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Generations of Love Determination to stay connected keeps this family close.
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I Am A Beautiful Rochester Woman Sheri Rector now feels beautiful.
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Nikki Kranebell and Jorrie Johnson had a blast getting dressed up and going to Studs, Struts and Stilettos 2015 and we are looking forward to attending on April 21, 2016.
Celebrating Sweet 16
The third annual Rochester Area Builders Studs, Struts & Stilettos (page 11), held on April 21, will show off fashion creations from area builders but not necessarily ones we will see anyone wearing on the streets of Rochester. It’s a fun-filled multi-event fun-raiser. It’s spring, a time for new life and fresh style. Emily Watkins, owner of Empowered Wellness, gathers some spring athleisure finds from area shops and has her friends modeling them with her (page 25). These are my kinds of clothes. I can wear them from working at home or the local coffee shop, to the gym, transporting kids to their activities and then to meetings and networking events downtown. It’s time for spring cleaning. Hear how Sarah Oslund decided on a three-day cleanse (page 40). Beyond the short-term cleanse, Amy Brase finds humor in turning 40 and losing her butt (page 40). Our I Am A Beautiful Rochester Woman Sheri Rector confidently shows how size and shape redefine beauty (page 21). The women featured in our Careers for Women series are some of our city’s most respected and sought for advice and counsel. The women attorneys and legal staff in the courtroom share their career success stories (page 17). Last year, Rochester Women magazine celebrated our Quinceañera with a year-long fiesta. With this issue we celebrate Rochester Women magazine’s Sweet 16. I recall when I was 16 years old. I wish I could give myself advice…go for a PhD, learn how to fly and surf, run a marathon, overcome anxieties of being alone and standing on your own. What advice would you give your 16-year-old self? Read Generations of Love (page 14) to find out how one family stays connected throughout the generations. Adrienne Sweeney, associate artistic director and director of external communications with Commonweal Theatre in Lanesboro, and I are conducting workshops to compare and contrast life in different stages of life and connect with wiser women. If you would like to host an event at your church or with some women you know, please contact me.
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MODERN DAY SISTER (2 SESSIONS) Shattering an Image Wed., March 9, 5-7 p.m. Join for the stories of Rochester Sisters listening to their hearts, facing social changes with courage, confronting skepticism, and “walking the talk.”
Women Religious – A Place at the Table Special Session on Sun., March 13, 5-7 p.m., held at Assisi Heights Pope Francis says that he wants to see women have a greater role in important decision-making. How can this be accomplished? Modern day religious women share their views and experiences.
TRAVERSKI SKI, SPORT & SOCIAL CLUB INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY – HARVESTING GIFTS IN THE DARK Tues., March 8, 6-8:30 p.m., preregistration required by March 3, Assisi Heights, Rochester “Life is a Mystery Shrouded in Darkness. But darkness is fecund, a place of possibility and power,” states Judy Cannato in Radical Assessment. Three ordinary women will tell of life lived in the real world, while shrouded in darkness. Despite the issues they had to contend with, each found what was fruitful and productive, gifted with possibility and surprising power in order to continue moving forward in their lives. One of the women, Yuliya Antropova Elder, will explain how she has turned her own story into philanthropic projects that help her live a purpose-driven life. $25 per person includes appetizers.
Live and Silent Charity Auctions Sat., April 2, silent auction 5:30-7:30 p.m., live auction: 6:30 p.m., Elks Lodge 1652 18th Ave. NW (Hillcrest Shopping Center), Rochester Traverski will be raising funds that go towards National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Southeast Minnesota. NAMI mission is to improve the lives of individuals affected by mental illness through education, support, research and advocacy. Food will be available to purchase. To donate, contact Tim Troxel at 507-250-5152 or traverskicharityauction@ gmail.com, www.traverski.org
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CELEBRATING WOMEN’S LIVES THROUGH STORY Sat., March 12, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., preregistration required by March 7, Assisi Heights, Rochester An all-day workshop to highlight the gifts of women’s strength and resiliency. Schedule of break-out sessions is available. Register online at www.rochesterfranciscan. org. Full day event: $65 , Morning only: $20 (9:00am - 11:30am) Lunch and keynote only: $15 (11:30am - 1:00pm), Afternoon only: $30 (1:00pm - 4:00pm) For more information contact Angie Grimm at 507280-2195or ahsc@rochesterfranciscan.org.
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Thurs., March 10, 5-9 p.m., Downtown Rochester This exciting new event brings women together in downtown Rochester for a night of shopping, dining, contests, and giveaways, along with a special guest appearance by Robin Wolfram. Starting at 5 p.m., the first 100 women to stop by the Shops At University Square second floor, will receive a free Downtown Rochester Ladies Night Out shopping tote. Complete your official Ladies Night Out Passport for a chance to win over $200 in gift cards from participating stores. downtownrochestermn.com/events/ LadiesNightOut
“WOMEN OF MAYO CLINIC: THE FOUNDING GENERATION” BY VIRGINIA WRIGHT-PETERSON Available Tues., March 1, Minnesota Historical Society Press The book launch celebration coincides with the opening of the exhibit on Wednesday, March 2 from 5-7 p.m. in Phillips Hall in the Mayo Clinic Siebens Building. “Women of Mayo Clinic” traces those early days from the perspectives of more than forty women—nurses, librarians, social workers, mothers, sisters, and wives—who were instrumental in Mayo Clinic’s development. Virginia Wright-Peterson tells the stories of these and other talented, dedicated pioneers through institutional records and clippings from the period, introducing a welcome new perspective on the history of both Mayo Clinic and women in medicine. The book is available for $19.95 hard copy and $9.99 e-book. For more information visit mnhs.org/mnhspress.For more information on the Mayo Clinic history and heritage visit history.mayoclinic.org/toursevents/women-s-history.php.
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Building industry professionals cleverly disguised as fashion designers have been challenged to create one-of-a-kind, haute couture apparel largely crafted from materials used by builders. Who says paint chips can’t be pretty? Studs, Struts & Stilettos, brought to you by Rochester Area Builders Association, will take center stage on Thursday, April 21 at the Mayo Civic Center Auditorium. The construction fashion expose is now in its third year, and proceeds will once again benefit Rochester Area Habitat for Humanity.
FRESH FUN-RAISING FORMAT Silent and live auctions are standard at many benefits but not at Studs, Struts & Stilettos. This heady affair is anything but commonplace. You can safely tuck your paddles and silent auction numbers away for another day. After purchasing your ticket of choice, simply kick back and enjoy the show. If you so choose, you can get yourself in a proper state of mind by attending the pre-party at the Cambria showroom complete with food, drink and lively tete-a-tete. At the expose you will be treated to a spirited, yet friendly rivalry between fellow designers and their models. The visionary ensembles being strutted down the catwalk will take your breath away. I was in attendance last year, and I can attest that the prolific “Project Runway” contestants have nothing over your very own local talent. And that’s not all. You also have a post-show opportunity back at Cambria. Unwind with other showgoers, discuss your favorite getups and get up close and personal with masters and models.
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A CONCERT IN CREATIVITY According to last year’s “Best in Show” recipient, Karen Blissenbach, the main objective of the Studs, Struts & Stilettos 2016 committee is to build, no pun intended, on its already successful platform. Blissenbach states, “The kinks have been worked out, and the event committee is delighted with its venue, the Mayo Civic Center. It allows them plenty of room to grow, both in designer participation and attendance.” Last year’s event featured 18 participants, and hopefully 2016 will attract 24-plus. Yet another goal is to raise the bar on ingenuity and originality. Alexis Simmons, model of the winning Karen Blissenbach and gown in 2015, coined the event “a concert Krista Weisz showing off in creativity.” The team of Blissenbach and their winning 2015 dress Simmons will be back together again this designer awards. year, and from what I understand, they are formidable competitors. Although they would not share what’s on the drawing board this time around, rest assured they will be well prepared to defend their title.
YOUR TICKET TO FASHIONISTAVILLE April 21 is just around the bend so get your tickets today. This year promises to be a “move over Marc Jacobs” sensation. Prepare to be wowed. For all details and to purchase tickets, visit rochesterareabuilders.com. Sue Whitney is a best-selling author, “Better Homes & Gardens” editor, nationally renowned public speaker, founder and owner of JUNKMARKET Style and the nation’s leading expert in the vintage re-design industry. To learn more about Sue visit junkmarketstyle.com.
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OCHESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY DIRECTOR AUDREY BETCHER RECEIVES THE SIXTH ANNUAL MAUDE FINCH AWARD FOR HER IMPRESSIVE WORK IMPROVING LIVES IN OLMSTED COUNTY. THE AWARD IS GIVEN BY UNITED WAY OF OLMSTED COUNTY’S WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP COUNCIL IN RECOGNITION OF A COMMUNITY WOMAN WHOSE SERVICE AND ACHIEVEMENTS ARE OUTSTANDING EXAMPLES OF LIVING UNITED TO ADVANCE THE COMMON GOOD BY GIVING, ADVOCATING AND VOLUNTEERING.
Audrey Betcher is a familiar face at the Rochester Public Library. A chat with Audrey reveals insights into what makes her one of the most important figures at the library and also in Rochester.
WHERE ARE YOU FROM? “I grew up in Stewartville, one of four children (including an identical twin sister) in a closeknit family. I received my undergraduate degree in English and Library Science from St. Catherine University in St. Paul and my master’s degree in library science from the University of Missouri-Columbia. I returned to the Rochester area in 1989 and began working for the Rochester Public Library in 1996.”
WHAT SPURRED YOUR INTEREST IN BECOMING A LIBRARIAN? “I knew early that I wanted to be a librarian. I did my ninth grade career exploration paper on librarianship, and I interviewed former
Jerome Ferson, president & CEO of the United Way of Olmsted County; Audrey Betcher, director of Rochester Public Library; Susan Alhquist, past recipient of Maude Finch Award and Women’s Leadership Council member; and Colleen Landherr Maddox, Women’s Leadership Council Planning Team member.
Rochester Public Library director Judith Keller Taylor for another high school paper. I became good friends with librarian Deb Rogne in Stewartville. Librarianship was a draw to me because it combined my love of learning with my need to make a difference.”
long view. We recognize we must do better. There are so many visionaries, dreamers and out-of-the-box thinkers who are working together on systemic change that may take years to bear fruit. I am very fortunate to be in a position to be one of the collaborators.”
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“There are some pretty amazing things happening at the Rochester Public Library because of the innovative, collaborative, hardworking staff. The Wellness Corner, the Book Bike (2015 Local Government InnovationAward winner), Maker Spaces, mini-library program, Ready to Lead and so many more programs have been successful. The program closest to my heart is the Rochester Reading Champions (RRC) program. In 2012 a focus group discussed their vision for Rochester and how the library could help. We heard loud and clear: We had to be more proactive about basic literacy for adults and children. There is a strong correlation between low literacy, poverty and incarceration. We spent a year talking to the community, and the RRC program was created.”
HOW DOES IT FEEL TO RECEIVE THE MAUDE FINCH AWARD? “I am very humbled and honored to receive the Maude Finch Award because it spotlights collaboration for the common good and the
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WHO WAS MAUDE FINCH AND WHAT IS THE AWARD ABOUT? Maude Finch was the first recording secretary of Rochester Community Chest. In 1925, Maude donated her $20 paycheck back to the organization for "the common good." Established in 2009, the award is given to women of Olmsted County in recognition of those who make a difference and who "live united." Rochester Women magazine received the Maude Finch Award in 2009.
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Jean Whiting, her daughter Lori McConnell, granddaughter Lindsey Rippentrop and greatgranddaughter Layla Rippentrop all live within an hour of one another. Jean's in Hayfield; Lori lives in Lake City, and Lindsey and Layla live in Rochester. "We get together as often as we can," says Lori. "We make it a priority, especially at those times when we really want to be with family, like holidays and birthdays—and we're there for the tough times too."
ENDURING CONNECTIONS Although they enjoy close proximity now, the family hasn't always been near one another. Born and raised in Illinois, Lori and her husband, Dave, lived in Denver when their children were young. Lori's four sisters also moved away from their hometown. "My husband and I still lived in Illinois, but the five girls were all married and gone. Most of our grandchildren were also in college or married," says Jean. "Our youngest, Nicole, had moved to Rochester. 14
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She still had young children, and we decided we wanted to be near them as they were growing up." In 1990 those family ties, along with the stable economy, enticed Lori and Dave to relocate to southeastern Minnesota. "We made a deliberate decision to move back to the Midwest to be with family," says Lori. When they moved, Lindsey was 10, the same age Layla is now. Lindsey's grateful to have grown up with a close extended family,
and she's committed to helping her daughter make those enduring connections too. "I depend on my family for support. They have always welcomed me with open arms, no matter what," says Lindsey. "Friends may come and go, but family is forever. I want Layla to know how important that is."
DRAWING CLOSE The desire to keep family ties strong extends throughout the generations. Jean cherishes the time she spends with her five children, 14 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Being part of Layla's life is a true pleasure for her. "I remember vividly the day Layla was born. I've watched her grow, and now she's such a lovely young lady," says Jean. "We're lucky enough to be able to get together and have fun. She is just a joy." "Having the two of them spend time together is a blessing," says Lindsey. "Not many kids get a chance to know their great-grandparents. Now, at her age, Layla will never forget her great-grandmother." Lunches and brunches out, birthday celebrations, kids' activities and holiday gatherings are often the occasions that bring the women together. But the circumstances that draw them close aren't always fun. They also know the benefit of togetherness through challenges. Nursing home visits, doctors' appointments and health concerns are all part of the family's connections. "In tough situations, everyone pitches in. Whether it's driving someone to the doctor or being that listening ear to just be there," says Lori. "Everyone is busy, but we work it out to make sure that loving,
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GROWING APPRECIATION As Lindsey, Lori and Jean have gotten older, their understanding of one another has grown, and their appreciation for each other and their family has deepened. The years have increased the value of lessons learned. "Saying 'please,' 'thank you,' using common courtesy and being nice to others—that was always instilled in us," says Lori. "Those important lessons last. I'm 56 years old and Mom's 83, but I still know not to talk back to her." Lindsey agrees. "Growing up, I learned so many good lessons from my mom. As a mom myself now, I see all she did for me as a kid and all she taught me. I also see my daughter doing the same things I did and wonder, 'What in the world was I thinking?' Mom just laughs at that." For Jean, watching her family grow and being an active part of their lives brings a special satisfaction. "It's wonderful to see how they have become such lovely, responsible people," she says. "I don't know what I would do without them. I am the most blessed grandmother in Minnesota, anywhere else for that matter." Tracy Will is a freelance writer who lives and works in Rochester.
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HOOSING A CAREER IN THE FIELD OF LAW IS A DECISION MORE AND MORE WOMEN ARE MAKING TODAY. SINCE 1992, WOMEN’S REPRESENTATION IN LAW SCHOOL IS NEARING 50 PERCENT. AS OF FEBRUARY 2014, THERE WERE NEARLY 110,000 FEMALE MEMBERS OF THE AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION COMPRISING 33 PERCENT OF THE ORGANIZATION. Even though this number is growing, there is still a long way to go. By increasing the representation of women lawyers and judges, our legal system will be more reflective of our diverse population. Women bring an understanding of the impact of law as it relates to the lives of women and girls and help ensure the real-world applications of the law is understood.
PICKING THE RIGHT PATH Cheyenne Sanborn, a paralegal with Dunlap & Seeger, P.A., started working for the law firm when she was still in high school. As a teenager, the firm hired her to help in their office with administrative tasks. “During that time, I had the chance to see inside the law firm, and I loved it,” she recalls. Olmsted County District Court Judge Pamela King also found herself drawn to the legal profession after moonlighting as a guardian ad litum for Dodge County. “Being in the courtroom and seeing what the legal system was all about Cheyenne Sanborn piqued my interest,” Judge King recalls. The
experience prompted her to apply to William Mitchell Law School and pursue a career in the field. She was appointed by Governor Dayton in 2015 and now sits as one of Olmsted County’s three female judges. Lisa Swenson, managing attorney in the Third District’s Office of the Public Defender, came into her legal career in a different manner. “I had an English degree from a liberal arts college,” she says, “and it didn’t make me very employable.” Lisa always had an interest in the law, so she decided to take the Law School Admission Test (LSAT). “I did well enough to get into law school,” she says, Judge Pamela King “and thought ‘Why not?”
FINDING A FIRM Lisa quickly discovered, however, that even with a law degree, it could be difficult to find work. Her husband had recently gotten a job at St. Mary’s University in Winona, so she set about looking for a position there. “I sent out resumes to every law firm in Winona and made contact with as many attorneys as I could,” she recalls. But back then, in 1993, there were only a handful of female attorneys in the city, and it was the first time in Lisa’s life that she felt she was treated differently because of her gender. “I had to work as a bank teller for several months before I was offered a job as the compliance officer for that bank,” she says. Three years later, Lisa was finally hired at Attorney Melissa the Winona County attorney’s office, where Saunders she began honing her skills in the field before RWmagazine.com March/April 2016
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ultimately taking on her current role with the Public Defender’s Office. Attorney Melissa Saunders, who works at Dunlap & Seeger, also notes the challenges related to obtaining employment postgraduation. “Hiring practices have changed drastically, and law schools have had to adjust,” she says. Many of today’s graduates, she says, end up leaving law school with huge debt and limited job options.
BEYOND THE COURTROOM It’s easy to assume that if someone is going to school for a law degree, their goal is to become a lawyer. But that is not always the case. “The field of law is very diverse,” says Claire Langton-Yanowitz, an estate planning attorney and partner at Yanowitz Law Firm, PLLC. “You can be a judge, politician, private practice attorney, Attorney Claire litigator or work for Langton-Yanowitz the government,” she explains. An internet search confirms dozens of other career options that are available post-law school. A CPA with Smith, Schafer & Associates, LTD, Jill Eggerichs Rock seems an unlikely law student. And as she completes her final year of classes at Mitchell Hamline Law School, Jill has “no intention of changing career fields.” She started law school a few years ago because “it seemed like it might be fun.” And while most people probably wouldn’t describe four years of stressful test-taking and tedious paper-writing as “fun,” Jill is doing it to help her clients. “I’ll apply my degree to my work as a CPA,” she says, “and be a better overall business advisor.”
A HELPING HAND The fulfillment that comes with helping others is a common reason females find such enjoyment in this challenging career field. Jill Frieders practices family law for the offices of O’Brien & Wolf, LLP. “Receiving a positive outcome for your client is one of the greatest highlights of the job,” she says. By pursuing a career in family law, Jill knew she could help others, particularly children. She describes the cases in which she has been able to help get children out of abusive situations as the most rewarding. Claire also cites her ability to bring positive Attorney Jill Frieders changes into the lives of others as her reason for being passionate about law. “I enjoy educating
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people about their options and, through estate planning, helping families plan for their future,” she says.
CHANGES AND CHALLENGES The origin of law dates back to a time before humans were even able to write down the rules by which they wanted to live. But the current state of the legal system is plagued with challenges unrelated to the legal clients themselves. From the increasing expense of law school to the introduction of “internet lawyers” to the constantly changing regulations, “there is a new ‘normal’ in the legal field today,” says Melissa. With dual roles as a law student and a CPA, Jill Eggerichs Rock is doubly concerned about the role the World Wide Web is playing in the legal system today. “The growing number of people using Internet ‘legal services’ is very dangerous,” Jill says. While people might think they are saving money by drafting their own documents, doing so online can result in a number of problems, ultimately leaving them unprotected, she explains.
Beyond technology, the list of ways the legal profession is changing is almost as extensive as the list of careers one can pursue with the degree. “The government is forever passing new regulations,” says Claire. And in order to provide their clients with the best and most timely advice, lawyers need to constantly stay abreast of those changes.
THE FUTURE OF WOMEN IN LAW Females in the field face greater challenges than the men they work with. Women are not only breaking barriers to become part of what used to be an “old boy’s network,” but they also face the criticism of trying to balance a successful career with a stable and happy home life. “The stresses and time commitment of the job can be consuming,” says Melissa. “I think women—and men—struggle to find a work/ life balance.” Melissa has learned from many local female attorneys for the past four decades. “Those individuals were trailblazers,” she says, “and have been gracious enough to share their stories with the younger generations of female attorneys in Rochester.” Judge King recalls that when she was a young lawyer, there were not a lot of female attorneys or judges. “I’ve watched the women’s attorney group in Rochester grow,” she says. And while it may be some time before the number of women is equal to men in the legal field, Judge King believes women have come a long way already in bridging that gap, especially in Olmsted County.
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Attending any charity event when food is freely and bountifully disbursed attracts needy people. Usually needy people are living on the poverty level or below (in some places considered the “untouchables”). I'm one of the needy people, and so is Sheri Rector. My first impression of Sheri was seeing her walk down those old, concrete, basement stairs at Bethel Lutheran Church (to Community Food Response). Sheri's not a petite woman and isn't updating a fashion portfolio. Her presence might have made her a plus model during the Roman Era. She has long, thick, black hair, lacking any trace of gray. She has large, round, flabby arms (covered) in a flowered green summer dress flowing softly around her equally unshapely legs. She executes a maximum comfortableness, yet announces a cry for refinement, diet and exercise. My second impression of Sheri was artsy. We both attended a free painting class. Each participant in this women-only event made introductions and offered brief self-comments. Sheri did not lie or maintain a pseudo appearance. "I know I overeat. I can't help it. I don't feel beautiful. I feel ugly," she explains. Sheri's bold, forthright statements are refreshingly human. The “u” word was pronounced with such non-apology that love means not saying you’re sorry for having yellow teeth, gray hair or lumpy, muscle-less thighs. Perhaps, there's more to acceptance than toned, shapely arms, and perhaps Sheri's daring honesty might replace "celebrity apprentice" with "inner core is more important than stomach core." That search for beauty might begin with survival: Sheri's survival—the need to take care of yourself, the need to have food even if only obtained from charity, the need for self-improvement, the knowledge to want something better, the need and desire to find inner strength to overcome. When Rochester Women magazine team read Sheri Rector’s I Am A Beautiful Rochester Woman nomination, we felt drawn to her inner beauty and artistic flair. We thought it would be eye-opening to feature a woman in poverty, to help her rediscover her outer beauty in a way she perhaps didn’t realize she could.
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NE IMPORTANT MESSAGE THAT I TEACH MY CLIENTS AND CUSTOMERS IS THAT YOU CAN EXERCISE WITH LITTLE OR NO SPECIAL EQUIPMENT. DRESS IN ATHLEISURE APPAREL, AND YOU’LL BE READY FOR FITNESS AT A MOMENT’S NOTICE.
What is athleisure apparel? Wikipedia defines it as “clothing designed for athletic workouts...worn outside of the gym to go to the office or shopping or other social occasions.” Wearing athleisure saves time and looks good on you.
DUAL DUDS As an owner of a fitness business and mother, I frequently go from training sessions to meetings, then stop by the school or home before heading back to the gym again. I need apparel that is appropriate for all these situations. I need and desire apparel that looks stylish and that I can also move comfortably and sweat in. I am a professional woman who enjoys dressing up, and I don’t like traditional “personal trainer” attire (polo shirts and wind pants). Luckily there are so many great fabrics that allow freedom of movement but also look great and can be worn in the gym as well as out for coffee or lunch. Sometimes these fabrics mean a slightly higher price tag, but they are also high quality and durable, so they will last a long time. A basic athleisure outfit is a workout tank and leggings underneath a long shirt or dress. For yogis, flowy pants and shirts are an easy choice. Runners can quickly slip out of their running shoes and into nice shoes or boots and throw on an oversized sweater. Bicyclists can choose a cute skort made for cycling or multi-sports. Going to the gym? Throw a dress on top of your capris and tank top, slip into some sandals and throw your tennis shoes and a pair of socks in your gym bag with your water bottle. I like to dress up by accessorizing. Scarves are great, even in the spring and summer. Choose a light color and fabric for an easy way to add style in spring. Jewelry dresses up any outfit and can easily be slipped on and off between lifting weights and a business meeting.
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The auto-belay slowly lowers the rope (and the climber) down to the ground, but it takes a second for it to engage. “It’s scary at first because it feels like I’m freefalling for a second before it catches,” Emily shares. “I’ve got to trust that it will work.” If both auto-belay and partner-belay climbing sound over-the-top, indoor boulder climbing is another option. Boulder climbing does not use ropes or a belay system of any kind. Instead, there is a 9.5-inch padded mat to soften falls. Although this seems like an unsafe way to climb, it actually felt more unrestricted and secure to several of us. The boulders are not as high as the walls. We were able to free climb to the top and stand on the pinnacle with a feeling of empowerment. One by one, no matter which route we chose to try, we all gained solid mental ground as one personal fear obstacle after another was toppled over.
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BELAY BASICS The daunting walls at Roca Climbing and Fitness in Rochester stretch up to 39 feet high, with the competition wall standing at 48 feet. The holds and connecting ropes are color coordinated and labeled with numbers that correspond to the levels of difficulty. This allows for easy navigation and puts a novice climber more at ease. After orientation, we were provided with climbing shoes and a harness. We were then shown the proper way to connect our harnesses to the ropes that hung from the climbing walls. To belay (or to secure rope to a person for safety) comes in two forms. The first is an autobelay system that will automatically allow climbers to slowly drop from the wall to the ground. The second is partner-belay, where an experienced climber works the ropes to help the climber descend the wall. We learned that we needed to hone both our physical and mental fortitude to accomplish our climbs. “Climbing takes a surprising amount of stamina. I found myself constantly mentally engaged while planning my route or deciding which hand or foothold to reach for next,” Emily Whitcomb says.
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Prairie Walls Climbing in Rochester offers an outdoor alternative in addition to the indoor experience. You can rent their 25-foothigh portable wall, which has been used at Thursdays on First and Quarry Hill Fall Festival. The rental includes all necessary climbing equipment, as well as trained instructors to help with the group. Interested climbers can also take classes on outdoor climbing at Prairie Walls. These classes vary depending on skill level, but they can include a small group, private lessons, or an outdoor group climb. Prairie Walls also offers top rope anchoring and traditional leading classes.
INTERESTED IN CLIMBING? Prairie Walls Climbing Gym is located at 4420 19th Street NW. They offer indoor and outdoor climbing experiences. prairiewalls.com Roca Climbing and Fitness is located at 6071 Rome Circle NW. Roca offers an introductory class, Learn the Ropes, which is $25 for nonmembers. All non-members receive a two-week complimentary membership, which includes access to all climbing areas, rental discounts, yoga classes, and fitness equipment. climbroca.com
Kim Zabel is a freelance writer.
Once secured into the belay system, we found climbing the walls to be the easy part. The fear descended on us once we realized how far up we had climbed and began contemplating how to get back down. “It’s not the climb up that scares me; it’s letting go,” Dawn Sanborn says. RWmagazine.com March/April 2016
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diagnosis and was initially resistant to sharing her concerns with those who could help her most. As a result, she became an expert at hiding her symptoms. “People think that if you look okay, you are okay,” she stated. “We get very good at putting on masks every day. In order to survive and get going, I had to pretend.” By the time she finally sought treatment, Jueneman’s life had become decidedly altered. “I found myself having sleep problems, appetite problems [and] was feeling anxious for no reason.” After two years of treatment with various medications, she was referred to the worldrenowned Menninger Clinic. There she resided for 10 months and underwent Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT), which finally allowed her relief from the worst of her symptoms. Photos provided by Laurie Jueneman
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EPRESSION CREEPS UP QUIETLY, OFTEN ABRUPTLY AND FREQUENTLY WITHOUT CAUSE OR REASON. IT CARES NOTHING FOR AGE, INCOME OR EDUCATION LEVEL; AND IT LEAVES ITS VICTIMS DEBILITATED AND SOMETIMES WITH THOUGHTS OF SUICIDE OR WITHOUT HOPE FOR THE FUTURE. UNLIKE OTHER MEDICAL DISORDERS, MENTAL ILLNESS OFTEN COMES WITH A STIGMA LEAVING MANY TOO EMBARRASSED TO SEEK TREATMENT. LOCAL AUTHOR AND SPEAKER LAURIE JUENEMAN HOPES TO CHANGE THAT. HER RECENT NOVEL, “CLIMBING THE MOUNT EVEREST OF DEPRESSION,” IS A MEMOIR DETAILING HER OWN JOURNEY THROUGH DEPRESSION, AND IT BEARS WITNESS THAT THERE IS HOPE FOR BETTER DAYS AHEAD.
HIDING DEPRESSION In “Climbing the Mount Everest of Depression,” Jueneman shares her journey in poignant and painful detail. Like so many other victims of mental illness, Jueneman was embarrassed by the stigma associated with
Now at a stable place in her treatment, Jueneman hopes her story will empower others to seek help for their symptoms in the same way they would for any other ache or pain causing medical concern. Today, Jueneman is doing well. She emphasizes, however, that those with mental illness sometimes never completely overcome their illness. She hopes people will seek the treatments and programs available to help and sees her memoir as one tool to help readers find hope. “I don’t feel cured,” she cautions, “but I feel like I’ve learned how to live with the illness.” According to a 2010 report by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) State Advocacy Committee, nearly 168,000 adults and 56,000 children in Minnesota live with mental illness. That’s nearly one fourth of Minnesota’s estimated 5.2 million residents. Jueneman credits NAMI Southeast Minnesota chapter with providing her much-needed support during some of her more difficult times. It was through the encouragement from a group at NAMI that the idea for her memoir was born. After 12 years, Jueneman took the first steps toward writing her memoir by reviewing old journals and requesting the medical records of her treatment. The end result is a “how-to guide” where she shares the tools and skills she’s adopted over the years that have allowed her to implement coping mechanisms into her daily life. Rochester Women is pleased to host Laurie Jueneman and her memoir, “Climbing the Mount Everest of Depression” at Post Town Winery on Tuesday, March 15 at 7 p.m. For more information on Jueneman’s memoir go to lauriejueneman.com.
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ennifer and John Goodman’s home was taken right from the pages of a magazine. Their house design is “Better Homes and Gardens" Idea Home Plan 2809-A. The layout was one of six plans published in the September 1958 issue of “Better Homes and Gardens” magazine, available to homebuilders for assembly as shown. Local contractor John Weis & Sons obliged the publication and constructed the concept home— breezeway, carport, angled ceilings and wall-tall windows. Plan 2809-A still charmed the Goodmans in 2000, more than 40 years later, when they purchased the retro rambler in southwest Rochester. “It was just a beautiful, open floor plan,” Jennifer says of the house, sweeping her arm toward the floor-to-ceiling windows.
KITCHEN QUANDARY The kitchen had a view outside but not much space inside. At one end, a wall cut the kitchen off from the living area; a peninsula counter with hanging cabinets jutted out at the other end. The U-shaped kitchen was small, efficient for one person. Everything was in easy reach—sink, range, cabinets, refrigerator. “You just spun around and cooked,” says Jennifer. “It was too crowded for us, a family of four.” 34
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The kitchen also needed upgrading to replace dated features such as a single-bowl sink and older appliances. While eager for the improvements, the couple did not want to lose the character of their ranch-style home. Today, their kitchen is in full view of the rest of the house, blending seamlessly into Plan 2809-A. It even adds a touch of modern flair.
SPACE MAKING The Goodmans contacted Beyond Kitchens, L.L.C. early in fall of 2014. “She wanted [the kitchen] opened up,” says Diane Quinn, owner of the design-build firm. By late December, the remodeling was underway; it was completed in March 2015, three and a half months later. Creating space was Quinn’s first construction chore. Both legs of the U—the wall to the living room and the peninsula counter/cabinets— were demolished. The result was an uninterrupted interior view from the main living area through the kitchen. The remodeling project essentially lined up the kitchen’s work counters, appliances and cabinets along the walls, opening the narrow middle aisle. The small family room that had functioned as a dinette effectively disappeared. Beyond Kitchens also extended some wall space for the kitchen by replacing a sliding patio door with a single, walk-out entrance.
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WRITE ON THE DOOR Perhaps the project’s most unusual feature is chalkboard door that conceals an alcove that was remodeled into a six-level pantry. The door rolls open and closed on a visible track mounted on one wall of the kitchen. The chalkboard is the message center for the Goodmans and their two children, ages 9 and 12. The nook had not always been a pantry. Jennifer previously used the tiny space as an office.
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DETAILS OF CHANGE Meanwhile, the remodeling added new features to the Goodman kitchen, including a quartz countertop (Cambria Hyde Park) and double-bowl sink. Jennifer says, “That was a must-have.” It also features a natural gas range with a large ventilation hood. With the remodeling, the couple switched from electricity to natural gas for cooking. And finally, they included a wine refrigerator with capacity for 44 bottles. New decor tied together the project in a number of ways. A hickory wood floor flows through the new kitchen and into the living areas. A stone and glass backsplash features earthen colors matching the slate tile at the home’s main fireplace. The cabinets are made from rustic alder wood and stained in dark brown tones. “I love antique and rustic stuff,” Jennifer says. Quinn selected doors with recessed panel doors and simple lines. In the 1950s, “There was not a lot of ornate detail to it,” she says. The hardware for drawer and door handles were selected for modest rustic appeal. Pendant lights in the kitchen follow the same decor—a touch of antique but not ornate. Jennifer chose one favorite lamp to hang over the sink. “I like the old Edison bulb with its multiple filaments that light up,” she says.
BEFORE Jennifer and John’s kitchen before remodeling. The family was able to stay in the house during remodeling. The Goodmans keep a framed copy of the 1958 Better Homes and Gardens article describing their house plan. The remodeling project done by Beyond Kitchens also was featured in the Rochester Area Builders Inc. 2015 Remodelers Tour last fall.
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ROOTS IN MINNESOTA Chris Fierst was born in the Brainerd Lakes area and moved to Wales at the age of 10. He spent 10 years there and moved around England for a couple of years before moving back to Minnesota in 2011. I asked Chris if he always knew he wanted to be a bartender, and he replied, “I don’t think you ever really know. I think for me it was about the people. People are interesting. The little things that set people apart, the ability to help them in their situations, which are in each way different but some ways the same.” Similar to our previous “Hot Chef ” features, Chris says, “I enjoy the people I meet every day and the experiences I get to share with them.”
BARTENDER TRAINING Training as a bartender is ongoing for Chris. He states that you take a little bit from everyone as you learn. His first teacher, Chris says, was “a stereotypical pub landlord in the south of Wales: Howard. He’s really who I learned my ‘bar banter’ from. When I was in Cardiff, Phil Emery was the guy I spent most of my time around. [He was] a good friend and a great liar.” Interested in being a bartender yourself? Chris suggests not bothering with bartending
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CREATING COCKTAILS Taking inspiration from both the staff and what he feels like putting together at that moment is how he ends up creating some wonderful cocktails. So what does a mixologist like Chris like to drink at home? Well, he does own a whiskey bar, but he also always keeps milk and orange juice in the fridge too. What are Chris’s favorite items to mix alcohol with? “Ice and women, but not icy women,” he jokes. Chris’s favorite gadget that he uses in his mixology is the smoking gun. He explains, “It is an actual gun that quickly infuses foods and drinks with natural smoky flavors, equally useful behind the bar to enhance a whiskey drink.”
Chris’s thoughts for the industry’s future center around whiskey. “Whiskey is going to be the next big thing behind the craft beer and craft cocktail movement,” he says. “You can see a re-emergence of flair bartending in some bigger cities [as well].”
AFTER HOURS WITH FRIENDS When Chris is not learning new things, designing new drinks or mixing, he is your typical guy. “[I don’t do] anything out of the ordinary,” he shares. “I like solitude after a long work week. I do a lot of exercise, swimming and road trips on the motorcycle. I’m an avid Minnesota Wild supporter and enjoy hanging out with my close group of friends.” If you’re looking for some good stories to hear and to have a drink with a friend, Chris is available. Just stop down at the Half Barrel, located at 304 1st Ave SW, on the corner of First and Third. Ask for Chris because, “A nice glass of whiskey I can enjoy with a friend or two,” is his favorite drink in the world. Dawn Sanborn is a food and wine lover herself, and says, “Until you’ve actually drunk Ouzo from Greece, in Greece, you’ll never understand the allure.” RWmagazine.com March/April 2016
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THE ART OF TASTING WHISKEY St. Patrick’s Day is the perfect time to experiment with whiskey. Mike Sedor, Andy’s Liquor general manager, and Ari Kolas, whiskey aficionado from Apollo Liquor, have lots of Irish whiskeys to choose from. They can help you find the perfect Irish whiskey in the price range that fits your budget. But, if sipping straight whiskey sounds daunting, try mixing it with cream, coffee, chocolate or all three. For those who are intimidated by whiskey, tasting whiskey is similar to tasting wine. The first step is called nosing. Bring the rim of your whiskey glass to your nose and sniff with your mouth open. If you leave your mouth closed you’ll get an intense alcohol smell they may burn your nose. Then pour the whiskey slowly onto your tongue and taste it. Sedor says, “Good whiskey has a creaminess and layers on your tongue giving it a smooth, long finish, but other whiskeys may burn all the way down.” A safe bet is Jameson Irish whiskey. It’s the number one seller of whiskeys. “It holds about 80 percent of the market share and is recognized from New York to Alaska,” says Sedor. However, Andy’s has a little over 50 different Irish whiskeys ranging from $17.99 per bottle to $260 per bottle which makes it nearly impossible to choose. That’s why Andy’s is expanding their tasting room. They hope to have their new tasting room ready by St. Patrick’s Day to provide guests with the ultimate whiskey tasting experience. Apollo Liquor is hosting an Irish whiskey tasting for St. Patrick’s Day, featuring Jameson Caskmates Castle, Clontarf Whiskey and Knappogue 38
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Kolas says, “The Jameson Caskmates, a special in the Jameson release, is the original Jameson Irish whiskey aged the last six to 12 months in beer barrels. Jameson itself is a smooth tasting whiskey, and the beer barrels make it richer in color with a chocolatey, nutty flavor. It’s a unique twist adding whiskey to beer barrels.” The Jameson Caskmates is about $29.99 per 750ml bottle. Knappogue Castle 12-year-old is from a smaller distillery in Ireland. It’s a pale, straw-colored whiskey with the aroma of malt with a hint of spice. This whiskey spent extra time in the barrel giving it a richer taste. At first sip, or entry, Knappogue tastes slightly astringent. Then, mid-palate it has an oaky vanilla taste with a clean finish. Kolas says, “This is a unique and very rare Irish whiskey. It’s aged in oak barrels for 12 years and has a rich taste.” If sipping Irish whiskey neat or on the rocks isn’t your thing, whip up a batch of Irish Cream.
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Put all ingredients in a blender and blend on high for 30 seconds. Store in the refrigerator. Serve on the rocks. Yields about four cups. For more information on whiskey tastings visit andysliquor.com or apollowineandspirits.com. Nicole L. Czarnomski is a freelance writer.
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My Kaeng Raeng 3-Day Beginner (Non-Soy) Cleanse BY SARAH OSLUND
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’VE NEVER UNDERSTOOD THE CLEANSE CRAZE. WHY START A DIET THAT IS UNSUSTAINABLE LONG-TERM? YOU CAN’T LIVE OFF SHAKES FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE. EVEN IF YOU DO LOSE WEIGHT, WHY NOT JUST EAT A LITTLE LESS AND MOVE A LITTLE MORE?
With vacation season upon us, I realized my mostly “clean” diet is light on fiber and a little high on wine. (I’ll still argue that wine should be considered a fruit.) I’m doubtful my daily cup of detox tea is ridding my system of toxins.
CHOOSING A CLEANSE I decided to give my liver and kidneys a break and do a cleanse. I considered a few important things when selecting a cleanse. It had to be: Simple: I love to cook but don’t have hours to spend in the grocery store and/or the kitchen. Specific: I need a plan with meal options and manageable restrictions. Natural: Artificial sweeteners, even Stevia, inevitably cause bloating and taste awful. Short: Let’s be real. Weekend = Wine. My research led me to the Kaeng Raeng Three-Day Beginner (NonSoy) Cleanse: three 24-32 oz. shakes per day. You can mix them with 40
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water, ice, non-dairy milk, fruit and/or veggies. They are high in fiber and pea protein. You can also eat as many raw fruits and veggies as you would like. I can do anything for three days, right? No meat. No dairy. No grains. No caffeine. No alcohol. (Apparently wine is not considered “raw.”)
COMMENCE OPERATION CLEANSE: DAY 1 7:15 a.m. I made my first shake using the blueberry-blackberrybanana flavored packet, ice, water, blackberries, and half a banana. The result was a lovely purple-blue smoothie that I could only hope tasted half as good as it looked. And— shocker—it did! It was a huge shake and took me almost an hour and a half to finish. But at least I wasn’t dreading the next one. Shake One, Day One? Check. 12:05 p.m. A mild headache just before my usual lunchtime, I fired up the blender again with the mango mix, adding fresh mango and strawberries. This one didn’t taste as good, but it was drinkable. My headache
persisted and I was a little sleepy, but I was surviving. 3:30 p.m. Mid-afternoon I found myself craving something non-sweet. Actually I wanted a thick slab of ham and big slice of Gouda. But…no! I cut up a pile of fresh veggies instead, and then headed out to take the dog for a walk. 7:25 p.m. I wasn’t looking forward to another shake for dinner, but the biggest surprise on day one was not missing my evening wine. I made a spinach salad with tomatoes, celery, cucumber, red pepper, cilantro, lime juice, a little bit of avocado, and some cracked pepper. It was the best salad I’ve ever eaten. And, while I definitely didn’t want shake three, I choked it down. It was a mentally taxing day, but my body felt good.
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CONTINUE OPERATION CLEANSE: DAY 2 6:45 a.m. I woke up from a great night’s sleep rested and ready for a run. This is highly unusual; I have a closer relationship with my snooze button than I do with some of my family. Being up and ready for a four-miler before 7 a.m. is unheard of. After my run, I whipped up my breakfast and lunch shakes since I had a busy day at work and no access to a blender. 12:00 p.m. Shake two of the day, and I’m feeling great. Energized, alert and even productive. 3:45 p.m. I’m not sure what happened since noon, but I can barely keep my eyes open. I’m struggling with another full day without real food and reconsidering whether I should call my cleanse a two-dayer and be done. 6:05 p.m. I finish my dinner shake and look forward to a salad later. I’m on the fence about whether I’m going to stick it out tomorrow or not. And the smell of the burger my husband is devouring beside me is not helping.
CONCLUDE OPERATION CLEANSE: DAY 3 6:50 a.m. After another good night’s sleep, I woke up ready to finish the challenge. I knew I had another busy day ahead, so I packed up my breakfast and lunch shakes, an orange and some veggies. The day went fast, and the shakes went down easier than the first two days. 4:25 p.m. My energy level is high, so I did some weight lifting and embarked on a hilly eight-mile bike ride. Knowing the end was near definitely helped. 6:45 p.m. I finished my last shake (woo hoo!), had a cup of tea and ate a veggie salad topped with lime juice and cracked pepper. The hubby had hot dogs for dinner tonight (this is what happens when I don’t cook), so temptation was not an issue. I did, however, crave a glass of wine tonight but opted to head to bed early and finish strong.
POST-CLEANSE: DAY 4 I’m proud I stuck it out. In hindsight, the three days went relatively fast. My skin looks great; I dropped a couple pounds, and I have more energy. But long-term health is about the choices you make every day, not just three days. My goal for the remainder of 2016 is to implement sustainable healthy eating choices so I have cleanse-like results every day of the year. Sarah Oslund is owner of Inspire Writing & Consulting, inspiremn.net.
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HEN YOU HEAR THE WORDS, “FINANCIAL HEALTH” USED IN A SENTENCE, DOES IT MAKE YOU FEEL JUST A TAD QUEASY? DOES YOUR STOMACH DO A TINY FLIP-FLOP AND MAKE YOU WANT TO THINK MORE PLEASANT THOUGHTS? IF SO, YOU’RE NOT ALONE. MOST PEOPLE WOULD RATHER HAVE A MOLAR EXTRACTED THAN THINK ABOUT THEIR FINANCIAL SITUATION.
FINANCIAL STRESS Most of us stress about money to a certain extent, depending on where we fall on the socioeconomic scale. Some of us may worry about big expenses such as the next family vacation you dream of taking, how we will pay for our kids’ college educations or if we are saving enough money for retirement. Things get even more stressful when your financial uncertainties include wondering how you will be able to pay the rent, feed your family or pay for daycare, while praying that your car doesn’t break down again, so you can keep getting back and forth to work. Financial stress of this magnitude is a soul crusher. When you don’t know how your basic survival needs will be met, it’s difficult to think about anything else. When your back is to the wall and you don’t have enough income to meet your expenses, you can feel trapped and hopelessness.
MOVE THE NEEDLE ON POVERTY Olmsted County, in conjunction with several other organizations within the community, is working to address the needs of those impacted by financial stress and/or poverty within Olmsted County. According to Heidi Welsch, the director of Family Support & Assistance at Olmsted County, “Eighty percent of people on public assistance are working.” Olmsted County wants to move the needle on poverty, and Welsch adds that, “We need living wage jobs and affordable housing in Olmsted County, and to do that we need to fill in the gaps and get upstream of the problem.” Jennifer Woodford, executive director at Channel One Regional Food Bank, says, “Most of our clients are employed.” Woodford adds there are three key pieces that need to work in unison to keep the working poor afloat: housing, childcare and transportation. As soon as one or more of these components falters—the car breaks down, for example—the entire situation can implode. If someone cannot get to work, they can’t pay to fix the car or afford their basic needs, and it becomes a vicious cycle. While much of the economy has recovered, people who live in poverty take two to three years longer to recover, because they typically have fewer resources.
FINANCIAL EDUCATION AND TAX ASSISTANCE Berni Johnson-Clark, education manager at FamilyMeans Consumer Credit Counseling Service (CCCS), says, “Our financial health is intertwined with our spending and saving habits. Just like physical health is a combination of fitness and food intake, our finances must combine a realistic balance of spending and saving.” Johnson-Clark adds that, “Financial security is a part of our well-being.” As such, FamilyMeans offers education to clients, on-site as well as online, focusing on financial education, budget, credit counseling and debt management. As we all know, filing taxes can be overwhelming. To ease the pressures associated with filing, the Rochester Public Library is offering in-person assistance for anyone earning less than $62,000 last year. Staff will be available every Wednesday from 5-8 p.m. through the end of tax season, to help answer tax questions and file taxes online using myfreetaxes.com. The United Way of Olmsted County in partnership with AARP offers tax preparation assistance with an IRS certified tax professional through April 18, 2016. For sites and phone numbers see uwolmsted.org/taxhelp. Financial stress can creep into every area of your life, impacting your emotional and physical health. If you are struggling financially, there are numerous resources within the community, like Olmsted County, FamilyMeans (familymeans.org) and Channel One, along with several other organizations positioned to help ease the burden of financial stress. Cindy Mennenga, owner of Straight-Talk Wellness, is a health coach and freelance writer based in Rochester.
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ID YOU KNOW AUTISM OCCURS IN ONE IN 68 CHILDREN? DID YOU KNOW BOYS ARE FOUR TO FIVE TIMES MORE LIKELY TO DEVELOP IT? THE PREVALENCE OF AUTISM IS RISING, WHICH IS DUE, IN PART, TO GREATER AWARENESS AND IMPROVED SCREENING. YET SOME CHILDREN WITH AUTISM REMAIN UNDIAGNOSED, AND THERE’S A GAP IN THE NUMBER WHO ARE DIAGNOSED AND THE NUMBER RECEIVING SERVICES. THESE AND OTHER STATISTICS EMPHASIZE THE IMPORTANCE OF AREA RESOURCES, SERVICES AND ADVOCACY AS WELL AS SUPPORTIVE LEGISLATION AND INCREASED COMMUNITY UNDERSTANDING.
DIFFICULT DIAGNOSIS, VARIED SYMPTOMS Autism spectrum disorder and autism are general references for a group of complex disorders of brain development, including various difficulties in social interaction, communication and repetitive behaviors. “It can be difficult to diagnose autism because there isn't a simple test that can be run,” says Jon Sailer, director of Rochester Center for Autism. “Professionals have to observe behavior and development to make the diagnosis.” Some surveys suggest Jon Sailer is the the prevalence of autism director for Rochester is much greater than Center for Autism. realized; efforts are underway to improve methods of identifying autism. Symptoms and their severity can vary and range from mild challenges to severe repetitive behaviors and lack of communication. Challenges include difficulty in perceiving the emotional state of others, unwritten rules of social interaction and expressing empathy as others may expect. Strengths also can be present, such as attention to detail, loyalty, honesty and average to above-average intelligence. Symptoms may be accompanied by other medical conditions.
TREATMENTS AND THERAPIES With both strengths and challenges, many children with autism benefit from coaching and therapy to help them interact socially and live relatively normal lives. All ages can benefit from early intervention and treatments including
speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, music therapy and dietary help. “There are many different treatments for autism, some for each specific symptom,” explains Sailer. “ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) is the therapy we provide at Rochester Center for Autism. We work one-on-one with our students to help facilitate growth across all skill areas.” Another resource, the Minnesota Autism Center (MAC) is a nonprofit ABA service provider for clients ages 2 to 21 and their families. “We provide not only Individual Skills sessions but Family Skills sessions, so that the families are equipped and supported as well,” says clinical supervisor Jennifer Diederich. “We offer diagnostics, speech/occupational therapy and parent/sibling support groups.” Trained professionals on the MAC therapy team seek to reduce and eliminate the signs and symptoms of autism through ABA therapy, based on factors including data-driven research, scientific support and structure that meets individual needs. MAC promotes the welfare of those challenged by autism spectrum disorder and supports the development of healthy families.
EDUCATION AND ADVOCACY Recognizing that everyone in the community is affected by autism in some way, RT Autism Awareness Foundation (RTAAF) works to educate and improve understanding, advocate for those who struggle, and bring members of the community together to support children with autism. RTAAF helps ensure the safety of families and awards scholarships to promote higher education for students with autism. Fundraising events include the RT Autism Awareness Gala and a skydiving event. RWmagazine.com March/April 2016
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In addition, the Southeast Minnesota Autism Alliance (SEMNAA) maintains a database of related resources available in southeast Minnesota, including legal and social services, medical and therapy services and transition and employment services. The alliance’s online Autism Spectrum Disorder Resource Guide provides contact information, including phone numbers, addresses and websites. The association and network that comprises professionals, parents, educators and citizens help individuals with autism through educational and supportive activities, as well as events and group meetings.
LEGISLATION FOR AUTISM On the state level, the movement for autism rights is making progress in the legislature. Representative Kim Norton (DFL-Rochester) recognizes that parents and family members of individuals on the autism spectrum face challenges in their journeys, and her goal is to provide tools to meet those challenges. In recognition of her work on important autism-related legislation, Rep. Kim Norton Norton was presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award by the Autism received the Lifetime Recovery Foundation and other autism organizations. Achievement Award. Nationally, Hillary Clinton released an autism plan that emphasizes increased screenings, post-graduation transition plans, employment, research and coverage for related services. The fact that a presidential candidate is addressing autism is promising, and hope remains strong that similar autism plans will be introduced by other presidential candidates.
COLLABORATE AND ADVOCATE In the greater Rochester area, volunteers, family members, educators, caregivers, medical and legal specialists and other professionals and community members are working together to provide support for those on the autism spectrum and their families to help ensure they receive it. Compensation for many is simply the gratitude of helping others. Volunteers collaborate and advocate to improve the health and quality of life for those in need, but that’s not always enough. “It’s about empathy and understanding,” says Randy Schmidt, executive director of RTAAF. “The message is simple: It’s a different journey.” After a 33-year career at IBM, he was inspired by his daughter, a therapist, to get involved and raise awareness about autism and its effects.
HOW CAN YOU HELP? Learn about autism and teach your own children about it—start by visiting informational websites. • Be a good listener with compassion and understanding. • Care for the caregiver by helping with responsibilities to provide a needed break. • Offer to include children with autism in activities. • Participate in events and activities to support area resources and raise awareness of autism. MAC partners with and sponsors national and state awareness events and provides local presentations, consultations and trainings throughout the year. In addition, the center holds a yearly fundraising carnival and silent auction in July. “We always love seeing the community get involved with our events,” says Diederich.
AUTISM INFORMATION AND RESOURCES
Autism Society autism-society.org
Autism Speaks autismspeaks.org
Minnesota Autism Center – Rochester Therapy Center mnautism.org/rochester-therapy-center-2
National Alliance on Mental Illness nami.org
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NATIONAL AUTISM AWARENESS MONTH A nationwide effort to promote awareness of autism, National Autism Awareness Month is recognized in April. It’s an opportunity for everyone to commit to a better understanding of autism and participate in special events. “This year MAC will hold its Third Annual Beard-a-thon. It is a great awareness and fundraising event in which we partner with the Minneapolis Beard and Mustache Club,” says Diederich. “Our clients, staff and families all get involved in this really amazing event.” Whether you attend a carnival, grow a beard or participate in other activities and events, join the community in learning more about autism. Autism affects millions of Americans, including your neighbors, friends and family members. Take time and help support those who are living a different journey — a journey that requires help and hope. Trish Amundson is a Rochester-area freelance writer. 46
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Rochester Center for Autism rcautism.com
RT Autism Awareness Foundation rtaaf.org/events/rt-autism-awareness-gala.php
Southeastern Minnesota Autism Alliance semnaa.org These websites were also used as article information sources.
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ID YOU KNOW THAT YOU CAN FLY NONSTOP FROM ROCHESTER TO ATLANTA? ATLANTA IS LIKE ANOTHER WORLD, NESTLED WITHIN THE DEEP SOUTH. IT’S THE BIRTHPLACE OF THE CIVIL RIGHTS MOVEMENT AND THE LAND OF PEACHES, PECANS AND PEANUTS.
ARRIVING IN “A-TOWN” OR “HOTLANTA” The great thing about flying is that it can transport you to another world in a matter of a few hours. In this case, you can be in Atlanta after a short two and a half hour flight. Delta offers daily flights from Rochester, Minnesota (RST) to Atlanta, Georgia (ATL), and upon arrival in “A-town” or “Hotlanta,” as the locals call it, you will find yourself immersed in a vast metropolitan area. Because you can catch a direct flight to Atlanta from Rochester, you may want to consider a quick getaway with family, friends or your special someone. There is a wide variety of things to do in Atlanta, depending on your interests, budget and time.
GIRLFRIENDS GETAWAY Ladies, if you and your girlfriends want to enjoy a retreat, a jaunt to Atlanta has the ingredients for a fun getaway. Leave the kids and your worries behind and indulge yourself in a little “girl time” with your besties. There are several world-class shopping venues ideal for a day of bonding and relaxing with your friends. Atlanta’s luxury spas enhance your spa experience with regional inspiration ranging from native Georgia ingredients such as red clay at the Ritz-Carlton Buckhead to the BLISS products spa. At Exhale Mind and Body Spa, you can work out, take yoga and get your spa treatments. Hamman Detox Therapy is one of their most unique spa offerings. Spa Sydell has been Atlanta's most beloved day spa for over 30 years with seven metro Atlanta locations. Atlanta is also home to several unique restaurants and nightlife. Explore the plethora of unique dining. Indulge in southern-style cooking, seafood or soul food. One resource for favored restaurants is atlanta.eater. com for reviews and Eater 38 recommended restaurants. After the sun
goes down, you may want to visit some of the area’s nightclubs, attend a theatre production or enjoy a concert. There are endless relaxing and fun things to do in Atlanta.
FUN FOR EVERYONE Atlanta features many family-friendly attractions that are great fun for both adults and kids. Visit the Georgia Aquarium, take a CNN studio tour, check out the World of Coca-Cola, or spend a day at the Six Flags over Georgia amusement park. You could also take a memorable outing to Stone Mountain Park, Georgia’s most-visited attraction, or visit Centennial Olympic Park, the site of the 1996 Olympic Games. There are plenty of activities to keep everybody engaged and entertained. If you have kids along, consider hiring a babysitter one night at your hotel, so the adults can get out and play.
COUPLE’S ESCAPE If you and your special someone want a getaway, perhaps from the kids, you might enjoy other types of activities. Options to consider include a visit to the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site, the College Football Hall of Fame, the Atlanta History Center or even a tour of the Jimmy Carter Library & Museum. For outdoor activities, Atlanta has several parks, walking trails and numerous golf courses. You may also want to include an evening at the Atlanta Ballet or the Atlanta Opera, or if you prefer something lighter, Atlanta offers several comedy clubs. For accommodations, Barnsley Resort is one of the most romantic places in Georgia with a luxury spa. The Four Seasons Atlanta has one of the most luxurious, Roman-inspired indoor pools in Atlanta. Experience some of Atlanta’s amazing dining options unique to the area. The convenience of taking a nonstop flight from Rochester definitely reduces the stress associated with flying from a larger airport. Consider exploring the many attractions, entertainment venues, shopping opportunities and outdoor activities available in the Atlanta area, in person—soon!
Cindy Mennenga, owner of Straight-Talk Wellness, is a health coach and freelance writer based in Rochester. RWmagazine.com March/April 2016
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ARCH, WHETHER IT COMES IN LIKE A LION OR A LAMB, IS A GREAT MONTH TO GRAB SOME FRIENDS OR YOUR FAMILY AND TRAVEL EAST OF ROCHESTER TO MISSISSIPPI RIVER AND LAKE PEPIN. BUSINESSES THAT HAVE BEEN CLOSED ALL WINTER FLING OPEN THE DOORS AND LET THE SUNSHINE—AND CUSTOMERS— BACK IN. EVEN THOSE THAT ARE OPEN YEARROUND OFTEN HAVE A NEW FEEL TO THEM AS THE SHOPKEEPERS ARE GEARING UP FOR THE BUSY SUMMER SEASON AHEAD.
LAKE PEPIN Lake Pepin is really a wide spot on the Mississippi River surrounded by bluffs and is one of the best recreational areas in the upper Midwest. Whether you like to shop, drink, eat, ski, fish or sit around the fireplace catching up, the towns around Lake Pepin have a lot to offer.
EAT AND DRINK AROUND THE LAKE Many restaurants are open year-round, and the waits are a lot shorter in the early spring. Staghead Gastropub in Red Wing reopened last year under new ownership, and Oliver’s Wine Bar is the new hot spot down the block. In Lake City, try NOSH for fine dining. They serve a seasonal menu, sourced locally to ensure the freshest possible food. The Railhouse Grill has a wood-fired pizza oven. There’s a newly opened coffee shop next door which features acoustic music on weekends. Cucina Ceci is the new Italian place in Pepin, serving authentic Northern Italian year round. The iconic Harborview Café opens mid-April to begin their 36th year of its “best from scratch” fine dining menu. Wineries are plentiful around the lake, and most are open yearround as well. In Pepin, make a stop at the Villa Bellezza winery where if there’s still snow on the ground you can take a spin around their groomed cross-country ski trail looking for spring activities before relaxing by the fireplace with a nice glass of wine. Add on Maiden Rock Winery & Cidery, Falconers and Lake Pepin Winery, and you have a fine stop-and-taste adventure. 50
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If you are looking for a bit of the tropics right here in Minnesota, check out The Lagoon Water Park and Wave Spa at Treasure Island Resort & Casino. Just upriver from Red Wing, the casino’s new offerings are sure to be fun for the whole family. The Lagoon even includes hot tubs and a swim-up bar for the adults. The Wave Spa offers a variety of services, and you can reserve it for private parties.
WHERE TO STAY While the Mississippi is close enough to day trip, it also has a myriad of great places to stay overnight. Big hotels like Treasure Island or the St. James in Red Wing offer all the amenities. For a friends’ weekend, it’s often more desirable to rent a whole house with sleeping options and a kitchen and yard for the group to mingle and mix together. Pepin Cottage is one such retreat center, located in Pepin, Wisconsin, just four blocks from the lake. The house is available year-round, sleeps nine in four areas, and with a large living room that includes a gas fireplace, it’s a great spot to use as your home base. Insider tip: Lay claim to the twin bed on the porch, a favorite spot to curl up regardless of the weather outside. On the Minnesota side, Dragonfly Dreams Retreat Center in Lake City caters to scrapbooking, quilting and other crafting retreats with large tables and ergonomic chairs. They sleep eight and are located a block off the main street so walking to local shops, bars and restaurants is easy. Both places have a B&B atmosphere but with full access to the kitchen. Bonus: No one on property will ask you to quit giggling at 1 a.m. No matter your interests, you and your friends and family are bound to find some fun on the river this spring, so venture east and enjoy the natural beauty of the mighty Mississippi. Beth Anderson is a freelance writer.
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MARCH 4
Lyra Baroque Orchestra: The Dramatic Voice of the Baroque, Zumbro Lutheran Church, 21st-century premiere of works by Johann Christoph Friedrich Bach, 7:30 pm, (651) 321-2214, lyrabaroque.org
MARCH 4 Wines of the World, Rochester International Event Center, more than 200 worldly wines, beers, spirits, hors d'ouvres, and desserts, 6-9 pm, 288-7195, bearcreekservices.org
MARCH 4 Cloud Cult, Mayo Civic Center, an independent, experimental chamber rock band from Minnesota, 8 pm, 328-2222, mayociviccenter.com
MARCH 4-5, 10-12 & 17-19 Other Desert Cities, Rochester Repertory Theatre, comedy/drama about a family reconnecting and facing the truth of tragedy, 8 pm, 289-1737, rochesterrep.org
MARCH 5 Song of Wonder, Rochester Civic Theatre, South Indian and JudeoSpanish traditional folktales and poetry through music, 7 pm, 282-8481, rochestercivictheatre.org
MARCH 5 Riverside Concerts Presents: The Nordic Fiddlers Bloc, Mayo Civic Center, three young fiddlers who specialize in folk music with Nordic style, 7:30 pm, 328-2200, rochestermn.gov
MARCH 5-19 Acting Classes for All Ages, Rochester Civic Theatre, explore voice, movement, and theatrical performance for ages 5+, times vary, 282-8481, rochestercivictheatre.org
MARCH 5 & 19, APRIL 2, 16 & 30 Rochester Downtown Winter Farmers Market, Graham Park/ Olmsted County Fairgrounds, fresh, locally-grown produce and other homemade products, 9 am-12 pm, 273-8232, rochesterdowntownfarmersmarket.org
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MARCH 6
Salvation Army 32nd Annual Taste of the Town, Rochester Event Center, vendors, guests, and volunteers in a night of delicious fun, 5-7:30 pm, 288-3663, Rochestersa.org
MARCH 8
MARCH 12-13 RSOC Presents Gloria, Lourdes High School, celebration of musical greatness, Sat: 7:30 pm; Sun: 2 pm, 286-8742, rochestersymphony.org
MARCH 13 & APRIL 24 Jazz Jam, Rochester Civic Theatre, live jazz and open mic with John Sievers and The D’Sievers, 5:30-8:30 pm, 282-8481, rochestercivictheatre.org
MARCH 13 Singsation Children’s Choral Festival, Century High School, Featuring Children's Chorus & Treble Choir, and guest singers from area elementary schools, 4 pm, 252-0505, honorschoirs.org
MARCH 13
International Women’s Day – Harvesting Gifts in the Dark, Assisi Heights Spirituality Center, three ordinary women telling their defining life experiences, 6-8:30 pm, 282-7441, rochesterfranciscan.org
Festival of Music Concert, First Presbyterian Church, celebration of music with Lee Afdahl and many other musicians, 4 pm, 282-1618, fpcrochester.org
MARCH 9
Irish Fest, Rochester Art Center, dancing and Irish Culture with Céili Band and Máirtín de Cógáin, 5:30 pm, 282-8629, irishfestmn.org
Women on Wednesdays: Modern Day Sister, Part I: Shattering an Image, Rochester Civic Theatre, discuss facing social changes, confronting skepticism, and more, 5-7 pm, 282-8481, rochestercivictheatre.org
MARCH 10 Downtown Rochester’s First Ladies Night Out, the first downtown Rochester Ladies Night Out (LNO) event full of shopping, dining, contests, and giveaways, , 5-9 p.m., downtownrochestermn.com/ events/LadiesNightOut
MARCH 11 For the Birds - Kevin Kling & Zeitgeist, State Theatre, a series of musical pieces and storytelling to celebrate birds, 7:30 pm, 732-7616, crossingsatcarnegie.com
MARCH 11-13 Children's Dance Theatre's "The Mermaid," Mayo Civic Center Presentation Hall, based on Hans Christian Andersen’s fairytale “The Little Mermaid,” Fri: 7 pm; Sat: 7 pm; Sun: 2 pm and 7 pm, 269-9142, childrensdancetheatre.org
MARCH 11-13 Rochester Home, Vacation & RV Show, Graham Park, Fri: 3-8 pm; Sat: 10 am-6 pm; Sun: 10 am-3 pm, 286-1010, krocam.com
MARCH 12 Celebrating Women’s Lives Through Story, Assisi Heights Spirituality Center, workshop to highlight the gifts of women’s strength and resiliency, 9 am-4 pm, 282-7441, rochesterfranciscan.org
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MARCH 19 Sharing the Arts with Children, Destiny Church, hear why the arts are so important in our lives, 9 am-5 pm, 944-0619, kimt.lininteractive.com
MARCH 19-20 Choral Arts Ensemble Presents: Mostly Mozart with Maria Jette, Christ United Methodist Church, joined by Maria Jette, Choral Arts Ensemble will perform notable Mozart selections, Sat: 7:30 pm; Sun: 4 pm, 2528427, choralartsensemble.org
MARCH 19-20 40th Annual Rochester Woodcarvers Show, Graham Park, variety of carving styles performed by club members, 10 am-4 pm, rochesterwoodcarvers.com
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Mary Poppins, Rochester Civic Theatre, Come see a Disney-based musical , Thurs, Fri, Sat: 7 pm; Sun: 2 pm, 2828481, rochestercivictheatre.org
APRIL 3 Annual Fools Five Road Race, Lewiston, MN, raise funds for cancer research, 9 am registration, foolsfive.org
APRIL 6-7 Spring Fling: Etiquette at Assisi Heights, Assisi Heights Spirituality Center, young women will learn about proper etiquette, attire, language, manners, and more, Wed: 10 am-3:30 pm; Thurs: 1-3:30 pm, 282-7441, rochesterfranciscan.org
APRIL 7
The Daughters of the American Revolution-Rochester Chapter, story of “Unsung Heroes”: America's Female Patriots DVD presenter: Jane Ward, History Center of Olmsted County, 10:45-11:45 am, free, rochester-dar.org
APRIL 8 Tough Enough to Wear Pink Night at 20th Annual Valley Featherlite Bull Riding Challenge, Graham Arena, Olmsted County Fairgrounds, wear pink to Tough Enough to Wear Pink night and help raise awareness of breast cancer and also support Join the Journey, 7:30 pm, $20, 206-3212, jointhejourney.us
APRIL 8-9 RAACHE Choirs present Malice in the Palace, Calvary Evangelical Free Church, musical drama of Esther’s story with selections performed by Staccato, Fri: 7 pm; Sat: 5 pm, 356-8248, raache.org/choir
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Kidabaloo, UCR Regional Sports Center, fun for the whole family, 10 am–4 pm, contact Caitlin Stephenson at 507-286-1010 or Caitlin.stephenson@townsquaremedia.com www.kidabaloo.com
APRIL 24 Spring Finale, Bethel Lutheran Church, spring concert featuring all four Honors Choirs ensembles, 4 pm, 252-0505, honorschoirs.org
APRIL 28-30 Mid West Music Fest, Winona, featuring quality music, special events, collaborations, and over 100 acts, varying times, midwestmusicfest.org
APRIL 29 Wine and Roses, Somerby Golf Club, dinner paired with wine and a silent auction, 281-6116, possabilities.org
APRIL 29
French Connection II, Christ United Methodist Church, concert features Canadian violinist Veronique Mathieu and pianist Horacio Nuguid, 7:30 pm, 287-9765, rochesterchambermusic.org
RAACHE Choirs’ Accelerando Concert, Christ United Methodist Church, variety of music by the Arioso and Cantabile choirs, 7 pm, 356-8248, raache.org/choir
APRIL 9-10 & 16-17
RIA World Festival, Mayo High School, cultural and nonprofit organization displays, activities, stage performances, food, and more, 10 am-4 pm, 316-3114, ria-minnesota.org/worldfestival/
Rochester Area Builders Spring Showcase of Homes, homes, townhomes, and subdivisions in various stages of completion, 12-5 pm, 282-7698, rochesterareabuilders.com
APRIL 16 Cycling for Cindy Bike MS Fundraiser, Kinney Creek Brewery, support the bikers raising money for MS with food and brews, music by The D’Sievers and door prizesproceeds support team nmss.org/goto/cycling4cindy, 4-8 pm, 282-2739,kinneycreekbrewery.com
APRIL 16 Dancing for the Arts-Take V, Local celebrity dancers paired with pro dancers go toe-to-toe to benefit youth arts education, Mayo Civic Center Exhibit Hall, 5 pm, dinner $90, dessert only $35, reservations required by April 8, Bari Amadio, 424-0811 or bamadio@rochestermnarts.com, RochesterMNArts.com
APRIL 16 Elder Network's Spring Fever Annual Fundraiser, Kahler Apache, dinner, dancing and live and silent auction, 6 pm, $75, 285-5272, lauriem@elder-network.org, elder-network.org
APRIL 16-17 Slavic Soul, Lourdes High School, The RSOC will perform musical selections with Russian and Polish roots, Sat: 7:30 pm; Sun: 2 pm, 286-8742, rochestersymphony.org
APRIL 22-24 Bluff Country Studio Art Tour, Southeastern MN, range of quality art created in the Bluff Country, 10 am-5 pm, bluffcountrystudioarttour.com
APRIL 29-30
APRIL 29-30 & MAY 5-7, 12-14, AND 19-21 Aida, Rochester Repertory Theatre, Tony-Award winning love story that transcends warring nations and unites countries, 8 pm, 289-1737, rochesterrep.org
APRIL 30 Just Between Friends, community consignment sale, Graham Arena, Olmsted County Fairgrounds, rochester.jbfsale.com/homeView.jsp
APRIL 30 March of Dimes March for Babies, RCTC Fieldhouse, raise money for babies in our community, 1:30 pm, 282-0649, marchofdimes.org
APRIL 30 Southern MN Mothers of Multiples Spring Sale, Olmsted County Fairgrounds, children’s clothes, household items, baby equipment, maternity clothing, toys, and more, 7:30 am-1 pm, somnmoms.org
APRIL 30 Walk MS: Christopher & Banks Rochester Walk, Soldiers Field Park, help end multiple sclerosis, 10 am, (855) 3721331, walkmnm.nationalmssociety.org
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How I Broke Up with Sugar and Dumped Bread for Bacon BY AMY BRASE
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’VE HIT A NEW LOW AS I BEG MY KIDS TO LET ME SMELL THEIR CHOCOLATE. IT’S A STARK CONTRAST FROM MY OLD LIFE—THE ONE BEFORE I EMBARKED ON A STRICT DIET TO MANAGE CROHN’S DISEASE MORE NATURALLY. AND I’VE DISCOVERED THE MILLION DOLLAR SECRET TO WEIGHT LOSS: STOP EATING SUGAR AND WHEAT.
CONTROLLED DIET I used to think people with food allergies had some sort of extra-strength survival skills and a crazy amount of self-control. The first time I witnessed a friend politely decline dairy at a meal, I wanted to cry for her. As the gluten-free crowd grew, I experienced sincere, deep sadness for them. Because there’s just no pizza crust that compares to one stretched from glorious wheat. I remember meeting a lady in a yoga class who said she couldn’t tolerate any amount of sugar. I wondered if she would ever be happy again. There’s nothing simple about these diets. In a culture of convenience and a bazillion choices, this is an exhausting swim against the current. There’s no gas station snacks, drive-thru for lunch or $5 pizza. Festivals, fairs and parties find me sporting a fanny pack of boiled eggs, beef jerky and a banana. Ice cream means blended bananas minus the cream. I might as well skip the entire middle section of aisles at grocery stores, which is probably good since it now takes triple the time to inspect ingredients and drive around town to three different stores gathering organic, grass-fed, grain-free, dairy-free treasures.
WHERE’S THE FOOD? Once the golden groceries are safely tucked into their places of honor at home, I often stand in front of the open refrigerator and wail, “There’s no food in our house, only ingredients to make food!” And so begins another week of washing, dicing, chopping, pureeing and freezing. Last week, I began making my own almond milk. I told the kids they must forevermore call me the Pioneer Woman. The kids are along for this joy ride, so I’m constantly working to feed them well without depriving them of a magical, American childhood. Sometimes I score: “Mom, I can tell I’ve had too much sugar.” “Mom, this soup (brimming with nutritious root vegetables) is delicious!” Other times, it’s a giant fail. Let’s just say none of them will ever don a shirt that says, “I love kale.” I think that, deep down,
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they appreciate my efforts to color our honey-sweetened, almond flour cookies with natural food dye made from beets. There are days when I want to throw the cauliflower out the window and fill my plate with sinful carbs at my weekly ladies’ Bible study. I dream of holding a creamy, sugar-laden mocha in my hands and how incredibly pleasurable that first sip would feel on my tongue. I fantasize about the crunch of a real potato chip. But, then I remember that I chose this diet—the Specific Carbohydrate Diet—because I want to grow older, as healthy as possible, with no regrets.
THE REWARD I remind myself of the perks. I used to think I’d spend my entire life a little soft. I embraced my curves. It wasn’t that I hadn’t tried to lose baby baggage; it’s just that food tasted too good and result-oriented exercise hurt. A few months ago, I was alarmed to feel something sharp on my body. It was the corner of my shoulder bone that I had never met. I’ve discovered that I do have cheekbones after all. As icing on the grain-free cake, I turned 40 and lost my butt. These, my friends, are consolation prizes. My diet has absolutely nothing to do with a weight-loss goal, but it’s fun to shop for clothes three sizes smaller. And if I were to be completely honest, cauliflower cheesy bread is surprisingly quite delicious. Amy Brase is a writer who is learning to embrace the Specific Carb Diet and has a whole new appreciation for the many uses of coconut.
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