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Strutting the Best Swimsuits 2014 Hot Swimsuits With summer fresh upon us, selecting the perfect, form-fitting swimsuit requires the time and patience to try on and try out the latest and greatest. While my preference has always leaned toward Victoria Secret, look at these options and let us know what you think. Shaping Swimsuits: Draped Halter Tankini- This is a perfect option for those who have a bit to hide in the tummy and hips as well as those who need a bit of help in the
top. This swimsuit offers it all with flair of style as it highlights and adds the sexy curves that we all wish we had. The tankini is available exclusively through the Victoria Secret for a small price of about $90. There are two colors to suit your style. Check out the standard black or go with the leopard print to show that wild side. Pair this with several different bottom styles to wow everyone. Sizes range from extra small to extra-large. Magicsuit Firm Control Romper-
Stylish, flowing and graceful, this swimsuit add an element of surprise to those seeking a flowing mid-drift and bottom. This swim suit offers a full back as well as the option to tie around the neck or back. A sure hit with a shaping breast line that offers a bit of sex appeal without going overboard. The design and appearance show a free spirit with a modest effect. This is available through Victoria Secret with a bit pricey tag of about $180. The color options include basic black or head turning teal. Take a look at the available sizes of 4 through 14 double D. Full Coverage Swimsuit: Sunsetter One Piece: This is a great choice for those who suffer with short torsos. This design of a flattering top takes full advantage of appearance. It allows the torso to be highlighted and draping into a longer torso. With basically full coverage front and bottom, the element of surprise is a fully open back. With the halter top and fully lined interior, the style and smooth lining add a dramatic beach effect. This swimsuit is currently offered through The Orchid Boutique in blue with sizes ranging from small to large. The price tag will set you back a bit at $158.
While there are many sizes, shapes, colors and styles available, you are guaranteed to find the right fit for maximum curves and accents. Don’t settle on local stop and shop stores when it comes to highlighting your best assets and improving the slight needs. A well fitted swimsuit is a must for beach goers.
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Sayonara snow gear, bonjour long sleeves: Tips for keeping your spring look fashionable and fabulous Style expert and author of The Power of Style, Bobbie Thomas knows a thing or two about fashion and the importance of proper garment care. Tide Pods asked her to share her thoughts on how to ensure your wardrobe is ready for the spring season. * Fabrics of the season: This spring, keep an eye out for lightweight fabrics and light colors like white pants, linen dresses and cotton stretch tops. We’re going to be seeing a ton of fun and flirty pieces made with lightweight fabrics that’ll keep you cool in the spring/summer heat. If your spring clothing has been in storage for the past few months, freshen up your wardrobe with Tide Pods, a 3-in-1 detergent that not only acts as a detergent, but as a stainremover and brightener as well in one easy-to-use product. * Winter storage: For those bulky winter clothes you can’t stand to look at anymore, be sure to store them carefully so that they won’t get damaged during the spring/summer season. The best way to store winter clothes is in airtight compression bags that you can keep under your bed or in a closet. These bags will save you space and protect your clothing until you’re ready to wear them again in the fall. * Invest in quality pieces:
Sometimes the only thing you need to breathe new life into your spring wardrobe is to invest in a few new quality pieces. When you’re out shopping, be sure to consider the cost for care. Professional cleaning costs can add up quickly, and
sometimes surpass the original price tag. Thankfully, more designers are thinking about this when designing clothes. For example, thanks to a partnership between Tide and the Council of Fashion Designers of America, designers such as Tracy
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America’s Unquenchable Thirst for Wine and Exploration HAPPY GRAPES
By David White “The wine world is a big, fabulously diverse place, and arguably the greatest pleasure that oenophilia offers is the pleasure of discovery -- of finding new grapes, regions, and wines.” These words appear in The Wine Savant, a new book from Michael Steinberger, the former wine writer for Slate and a current columnist for Men’s Journal. He’s right. The pleasure of discovery is what drives wine enthusiasts. Those of us who obsess over wine aren’t just looking for something tasty; we’re looking for an experience. This concept is firmly taking root in America’s wine culture. And it belies the notion that Americans are intimidated by wine. Books with titles like “Wine For Dummies” and “Great Wine Made Page 4
Simple” line bookstore shelves. The media perpetuates this assumption, eagerly reporting on every study that “proves” oenophiles are full of baloney. But the numbers tell a different story. New data from the Wine Market Council, an independent, nonprofit trade group, show that Americans are increasingly comfortable with wine. And we’re thirstier than ever before. Last year, the nation consumed 297 million cases of wine, a 27-percent increase from just ten years ago. From the upscale wine bar to their local 7-11, consumers can now purchase wine from more than 522,000 different outlets. Across consumer goods with more than $1 billion in annual sales, only wine, coffee, and snacks have experienced consistent growth over each of last five years, in both dollars and volume. For more evidence of America’s wine confidence, look no further than your closest grocery store. Thirty years ago, the local market sold little more than jug wine like Gallo’s Hearty Burgundy -- if wine was even stocked. Today, the average upscale supermarket carries 1,500 wine selections or more. The number of breakfast cereals pales in comparison. Specialty wine shops also illustrate how the wine market is changing. Across the country, boutique retailers
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are filling their shelves with interesting, small-production wines -- and helping consumers learn. More and more wine bars are also sprouting up, providing opportunities for people to explore. High-end restaurants have responded to the nation’s selfconfident wine culture by changing their approach entirely. Whereas sommeliers were once glorified sales agents who intimidated guests by pushing expensive, predictable wines, today’s sommeliers are wine educators, eager to share their passion and palates. This list could go on. The nation has clearly embraced wine. The United States is still a nation of beer drinkers, of course. Of every dollar spent on alcohol, $0.49 goes toward beer. But wine is catching up. In 2002, six in ten alcoholic beverages consumed were beers. Today, it’s one in two. Unsurprisingly, a recent Gallup survey found that Americans are equally divided between beer and wine when asked which they drink most often. Even though Baby Boomers spend the most money on wine, millennials are driving the market. This generation of consumers -- those between 20 and 37 -- already makes up 30 percent of drinkers. And its participation is having a profound
impact, as millennials take great pleasure in discovery. In fact, the Nielsen survey asked consumers to react to the following statement: “I love to keep ahead of what’s happening. I love trying new things. I often tell others about them.” And more than any other generation, millennials agreed. It’s no wonder that millennials “frequently” purchase wine over $20 per bottle and are more willing than Boomers to purchase imported wine. Today’s wine drinkers are an adventurous bunch, confident in their own palates and willing to explore the unknown. As the purchasing power of millennials increases, more and more Americans will pursue the pleasure of discovery.
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Swimsuit trends are always fun to look at each year, and 2014’s gear is no exception. This year creativity has reached a new level with swimwear that will catch your eye. Some of the trends will have you giving a double-take, and others’ will not leave much to the imagination. Here are the trends for this year’s swimsuit season! Crochet swimwear This is one of my favorite trends for this season. Crochet pieces are absolutely beautiful, but the artwork of the crochet swimwear is stunning. There are fresh ideas out there that are full of color. Some are bikinis, but surprisingly, there are some really beautiful one piece crochet looks. Cultural notes This year’s swimsuit detailing beading, fringe, tribal influences, pulls from the Native American and color reminiscent of the Indian heritage it seems. There is a lot of culture. Although some pieces are breathtaking, be careful when you pick one out that the beading isn’t too cheap looking. Mesh Many swimsuits are taking on more mesh for 2014. It may seem inspired by a figure skating costume, but I like to think it is way hotter! And even though the fabric pieces seem to be skimpier when covering private areas, the mesh covering the stomach area may give some women more confidence in this year’s trend. It’s the next best thing to a bikini. Athletic wear/rash guard style Sporty looks have also made their way into 2014’s swimsuit line. In case you don’t have enough crop tops for this year, the swimsuit trendsetters have begun selling swimsuits that come with crop tops. The rash guard
style is also making headlines, and bringing a surfing feel to the everyday swimwear. There are some really cool designs with long sleeved tops with cut outs. High-waist bottoms The classic high-waist is not only popping up in shorts, but it has made its way into swimwear. The modern take on this oldie pairs a simple bra top with a high-waist bottom. It’s a very elegant way to pull off a trend for 2014. This style isn’t for every body type, so I suggest making sure you look good in a high waist before going out and buying one. Go bold with color There are so many styles to pick from this year, and after you decide what you want, go ahead and pick out one with extreme colors. This year’s trend is all about bold statements through print and color, so finding a swimsuit you are comfortable in is important!
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LOCAL DENTIST DR. MICHAEL TESSIER EXPLAINS NEWEST DENTAL TECHNOLOGY I had a conversation with a patient the other day, an eighty-five year old doctor (retired). We were discussing how, when, in the 1960’s I was a hospital corpsman in Dr. Michael Tessier the Navy and he was an established physician, we were just starting to use new needles on every patient, as opposed to re-sharpening old ones. The old way sounds so barbaric. That got me thinking about the other things we do today to make dental work easier and better. Thirty-seven years ago, while in dental school, there was nothing that bonded to tooth structure. Today we can bond a 0.75mm thick porcelain veneer to the front surface of a tooth, dramatically improving its appearance while removing a lot less tooth structure. The old analogue x-rays required some nasty chemicals for development. Today, digital x-rays go right into the computer, where they can be e-mailed to anywhere in the world. The definition is dramatically better, and the amount of radiation they expose the patient to is way less than walking around in the sun. We also take digital panographic x-rays which are totally extra-oral, and show a complete picture of, say, the wisdom teeth and surrounding tissues, or any bone abnormalities like cysts or even bone cancer in the jaws that regular x-rays don’t pick up.
I wear a battery-powered headlight that gives me better illumination than I’ve ever had before (no more working in the dark). For smaller cavities, we use a sandblaster istead fo the drill. No anesthetic is required, and there’s no heat of friction which otherwise might result in fractured teeth in years to come. Replacing missing teeth is still done with fixed tooth-colored porcelain bridges (don’t come out) bridges made of toothcolored porcelain and have no unsightly or irritating external hardware. Alternatively, implants are as close to 100% reliable as anything ever is, they don’t involve the teeth on either side of the missing tooth. Frequently, where a root canal on a questionable tooth used to be the only option, now that offender is removed and replaced with an implant. We’ve been using a laser for the past six years to treat gum problems. The old way of using a knife to cut the gums and peel them off the bone to fix a defect in the boney socket in which a tooth is situated was very painful for about seven to ten days after the procedure. Today, the laser allows us to avoid the knife and sutures and the post-operative pain, and we can actually expect the gum tissue to re-attach to the tooth structure. Dental work keeps getting easier, and the results keep getting better. Don’t hesitate to call (949-459 -7212) my office for a complimentary consultation appointment if you have any questions. My office is located at the intersection of Oso and Antonio Pkwysi (28562 Oso Parkway). Down the way from the carwash and Starbucks.
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Need a Quick Room Makeover? Look to Lighting Solutions Ever wonder how designers make the rooms you see in magazines or on decorating shows look so good? It doesn’t always depend on paint colors or fabric choices. From fresh and airy, to intimate and cozy – and everything in between – lighting sets the tone of a room and should be an integral part of its design and layout. And you can make dramatic changes by doing something as easy as switching out a light bulb. So if you want to give a room a makeover, or just freshen it up a bit, use these tips from the lighting pros at SYLVANIA to brighten things up. Types of Lighting Not only does a good lighting plan make a room more inviting, it also makes it more functional. To create a good lighting plan, you’ll need different kinds of light: Ambient – Provides overall illumination and a comfortable level of brightness, allowing people to see and move around safely and easily. Task – Helps you perform a specific activity, such as reading or playing games, by concentrating light in a particular place. Accent – Sets the mood and highlights certain areas and objects, such as paintings, walls and collectibles. Decorative – Fixtures become an element of the space themselves,
such as chandeliers or pendants. The type of light bulbs you use matter as well. Due to the EISA Act of 2007, traditional incandescent light bulbs will eventually be phased out; however there are several energyefficient options, ranging from CFLs to halogen or LED light bulbs. No matter what room you’re looking to improve, there is an energy-efficient light option that will be a perfect fit. Dining Room Using dimmers and layering with light gives you flexibility for different occasions. For an elegant look, blend low levels of light sources throughout the room. When installing light over the dining room table, be careful not to create shadows on the faces of your guests. Placing additional light sources elsewhere in the room helps to balance the light. Use adjustable accent lamps with halogen bulbs to highlight plants, artwork, or special furniture pieces. These bulbs are fully dimmable and use between 22 and 33 percent less energy than standard incandescent bulbs. Living Room For general lighting, use fixtures with a dimmer. The light source is concealed, and with dimming capabilities you can change the
lighting of the room for various activities from reading to movie watching. A good choice for these fixtures would be the Ultra A-Line 12watt LED bulbs. They’re the brightest replacement for the typical 60-watt incandescent bulbs, while using 80 percent less energy. They also last 25 times longer. Wall sconces and floor lamps are good sources of task lighting for reading or playing games, while track fixtures can be used to highlight art work or unique wall treatments such as wall washing or glazing. Place light sources at various heights within the room to add visual interest. Use translucent shades on table lamps to contribute to the ambient
light level. Bedrooms General lighting can be provided by ceiling fixtures, chandeliers, fan lights, recessed downlights or wall sconces that use halogen or LED bulbs. Use a floor-mounted directional fixture to project light through plants from the floor to soften a room with interesting shadows. Place the light behind a large plant or indoor tree and aim it through the leaves towards the ceiling. Use a low wattage energy efficient bulb to brighten up the closet. These bulbs have a long life and offer energy-efficiency and quality color. Provide light for reading by choosing swing-arm or flexible bedside lamps.
The Happy Diet Most people recognize the link between what they eat and their physical health. But many don't know that there is a link between what they eat and their mood. Literally, says Elizabeth Somer, M.A.,R.D., what you eat or don't eat for breakfast can have an effect on your happiness quotient by afternoon. The effects also are cumulative: eat the right foods for months, years, decades and you will be that much happier and mentally sharp in the years to come. In short, follow these tips that come from, "Eat Your Way to Happiness," the latest book by Somer, and she promises you will say, "I never knew I could feel this good!" Feel Good Tip #1: Eat breakfast People who eat breakfast have more energy, a more sustained good mood, they perform better at school and at work, and they sleep better at night. They also are less prone to food cravings, have an easier time losing weight and maintaining the weight loss. But, Somer is not talking doughnuts and coffee. You must follow the 1,2,3 rule. The breakfast must have: 1) a whole grain to provide needed high-quality carbs for the brain during the morning hours 2) a little protein
to keep you satiated and maintain even blood sugar levels throughout the morning 3) one, preferably two, colorful fruits and vegetables. Somer's favorite is as a bowl of whole-grain cereal topped with berries and low-fat milk, and served with sliced watermelon. Or, a morning smoothie made with watermelon, lemon yogurt, and dash of ground ginger, served with whole-grain raisin bread. Feel Good Tip #2: Keep lunch light and low-fat Not only will a heavy lunch leave you groggy, but eat too much fat mid-day and it turns on a brain chemical, called galanin. According to research from Rockefeller University, the more fat we eat, the more galanin we produce. People who eat a fatty lunch are likely to eat more calories later in the day compared to someone who eats a low-fat lunch. You definitely need some fat, like the healthy fats in nuts and olive oil and the omega-3 fats, but don't go overboard. A light, low-fat meal helps you stay alert through the afternoon hours, boosts energy, and fills you up without filling you out. An example would be a turkey breast sandwich on whole wheat piled high with spinach leaves
and served with a glass of low-fat milk and a fruit salad or watermelon, orange slices and pineapple. Feel Good Tip #3: Include super mood foods Somer says that it is a style of eating, not just a few foods, that will stack the deck in favor of feeling great. The 10 secrets of happy people discussed in her book include habits, such as focusing on "real foods" not processed ones, cutting back on the quick fixes, and keeping meals light. If you are following those guidelines, then adding super mood foods gives you an even greater nutritional bang
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U. s . C u s t o m s a n d B o r d e r P r o t e c t i o n E n c o u r a g e s You to be a “ReadyTraveler ” This Summer Pack the sunscreen and camera, the summer travel season is upon us. U.S. Customs and Border Protection is encouraging travelers this summer to be a “ReadyTraveler” by educating themselves on the rules and regulations relating to international travel. “CBP continues to make great strides to create a seamless, secure and passenger-friendly arrivals experience,” said Commissioner R. Gil Kerlikowske. “Programs such as Global Entry, NEXUS, SENTRI and the Automated Passport Control kiosks help expedite the arrivals process, but travelers can make their own experience better by being a ‘ReadyTraveler’ and being aware of the requirements when entering the United States.” CBP is undergoing modernization efforts to streamline the traveler’s inspection process, increase officer efficiency and reduce operating costs in order to provide better services for all travelers entering the United States. More than two million travelers are now enrolled in CBP’s trusted traveler programs such as Global Entry, NEXUS and SENTRI and last year CBP launched the Automated Passport Control program, self-service kiosks that allow U.S. citizens and certain visitors to submit their customs declaration electronically. The I-94 was also automated last year eliminating another paper international travelers have to complete. These programs allow CBP officers to process travelers safely and efficiently while enhancing security. Travelers can take additional steps to smooth their arrivals process by familiarizing themselves with U.S. rules and regulation before departing to avoid potential penalties and fines. And don’t forget to review the
travel checklist to ensure you are a “ReadyTraveler” this summer. Travel Requirements for U.S. Citizens Individuals traveling abroad must have approved travel documents when returning home. The Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) requires U.S. and Canadian citizens, age 16 and older to present a valid, acceptable travel document, such as a passport, a U.S. passport card, a trusted traveler card (NEXUS, SENTRI, Global Entry or FAST/ EXPRES), permanent resident card or an enhanced driver’s license that denotes both identity and citizenship when entering the U.S. by land or sea. U.S. and Canadian citizens under age 16 may present a birth certificate or alternative proof of citizenship when entering by land or sea. All travelers must have a passport for international air travel. Travel Requirements for Visitors to the U.S.
All nationals or citizens of Visa Waiver Program (VWP) countries are required to have an approved Electronic System for Travel Authorization, or ESTA, prior to boarding a carrier to travel by air or sea to the U.S. under the VWP. ESTA applications may be submitted at any time prior to travel, and once approved, generally will be valid for up to two years or until the applicant’s passport expires, whichever comes first. Authorizations will be valid for multiple entries into the United States. CBP recommends ESTA applications be submitted as soon as an applicant begins making travel plans. Travel Checklist □ Have all the required travel documents for the country you are visiting, as well as identification for reentry to the United States. Passports are required for air travel. Visit www. travel.state.gov for country-specific information. □ For citizens of Visa Waiver Program countries, make sure you have an approved Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) before boarding. For those traveling by air or sea on a visa, CBP has automated the Form I-94 removing the need for travelers to fill out a paper copy. Travelers will still be able to obtain their I-94 number and/or a copy of their I-94 at www.cbp.gov/i94. □ Have a completed Customs Declaration form (6059b) upon reaching CBP processing or use the Automated Passport Control kiosks at participating airports. Declare everything you are bringing from abroad, even if you bought it in a dutyfree shop. Know that things bought
abroad for personal use or as gifts may be eligible for duty exemptions. If you are bringing them back for resale, they are not. □ Know the difference between prohibited merchandise (which is forbidden by law to enter the U.S.) and restricted merchandise (items needing special permit to be allowed into the U.S.). For more information, please visit the Restricted/Prohibited section of the CBP website. □ Do not attempt to bring fruits, meats, dairy/poultry products and/ or firewood into the United States without first checking whether they are permitted. For more information, please visit the Bringing Agricultural Products Into the United States section of the CBP website. □ Understand that CBP officers can inspect you and your personal belongings without a warrant. This may include your luggage, vehicle, and personal searches and is meant to enforce our laws as well as protect legitimate travelers. □ Monitor border wait times for various ports of entry. Travelers are encouraged to plan their trips during periods of lighter traffic or to use an alternate, less heavily traveled port of entry. For more information, travelers can find up-to-date wait time information on the CBP website. □ If you are a frequent international traveler and haven’t already become a member of a trusted traveler program, sign up now. For more information, please visit the Trusted Traveler section of the CBP website. □ Familiarize yourself with the “Know Before You Go” brochure or section of www.CBP.gov.
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Girl Scouts Rallies Community Around STEM Education for Girls at Voice for Girls 2014 More than 150 Orange County business and community leaders came Julie Miller-Phipps with Liza Villanueva, Charlene Hwang, Dr. Michelle together with local girls at the Pacific Club in Newport Beach for a much Khine, Nancy Nygren, Patricia Cosulich and Aiyana Bobrownicki needed conversation on the state of girls and women and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math). Voice for Girls 2014, hosted by Girl Scouts of Orange County and sponsored by Applied Medical, Jones Day and Knobbe Martens, featured a keynote address by Dr. Michelle Khine, Associate Professor of Biomedical Engineering at UCI, an interactive panel with local young women, and voices of local leaders. This is the third year that Girl Scouts of Orange County has hosted Voice for Girls to rally the community around support for girls and their leadership potential. This year’s event focused on the value and importance of STEM education for all girls, regardless of career path, and the concerning data showing that male students are over three times more likely than female students to be interested in pursuing a college major or career in STEM. “Girls and boys attitudes about math begin to diverge as early as second grade,” shared Nancy Nygren, CEO of Girl Scouts of Orange County. “That is tremendously concerning, because the skills that girls gain from subjects such as math and science - like problem solving and critical thinking - are critically important, no matter what field girls end up in.” Dr. Michelle Khine, named one of 35 top innovators under the age of 35 by MIT Technology Review in 2009, shared what she believes is a “creativity crisis” and how we can make girls fall in love with science, technology, engineering and math. Dr. Khine emphasized that it’s all about play. “We play Max Gardner, Assemblyman Don Wagner and Eric Spitz baseball; we play soccer – why don’t we play science?” Dr. Khine’s academic co-op, A Hundred Tiny Hands, makes educational kits (based on her students’ projects) that are designed to help the next generation of innovators discover their own love of science through play. Four Orange County Girl Scouts and Alumnae participated in an interactive panel moderated by Julie Miller Phipps, Board Chair of Girl Scouts of Orange County and Senior Vice President and Executive Director for Kaiser Permanente Orange County. The young women, some of whom are pursuing STEM careers and others who are not, shared their experiences with these subjects in and out of school, and offered insights about what must change for girls to engage more deeply in STEM subjects. The young women emphasized the importance of labs and group projects, rather than reading from textbooks. “Hands on and experiential learning experiences are so much more motivating for girls in school,” commented Liza Villanueva, a Junior at Troy High School in Fullerton, recently ranked #6 in the nation for its STEM programs. Charlene Hwang, a senior in high school who will be attending Harvard in the fall to study biomedical engineering, shared the importance of having strong role models who know the value of STEM – and who kept her interested in these subjects. “When I was a kid, my dad and I recited multiplication tables while I brushed my teeth. He is Dr. Judy Rosener with Olivia Bobrownicki and Dr. Mildred Garcia such a great inspiration for me!” shared Charlene. After the panel, attendees participated in an engaging table exercise, discussing facts they heard that resonated with them and how they can take action to engage more girls in STEM. “It’s critical that as a community, we support girls in their pursuit of STEM education,” said Julie Miller-Phipps. “If we are going to have the best and brightest from 100% of our population solving the toughest challenges, we need our workforce to be prepared with skills developed through science, technology, engineering and math studies. And as community leaders, we must pave the way through mentoring, encouragement, and opportunities.” Girl Scouts is the preeminent leadership development organization for girls and the leading authority on girls’ healthy development. Girl Scouts has been building girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place for over 100 years. In Orange County, more than 22,000 Girl Scouts from every social and economic background are developing values, skills and abilities for success in the 21st century. According to a recent study conducted by the Girl Scout Research Institute in conjunction with an independent research firm, women who were Girl Scouts as children display significantly more positive life outcomes than non-Girl Scout alumnae. Girl Scout alumnae have higher perceptions of self, higher rates of volunteerism and civic engagement, higher rates of college education and higher household incomes than non-alumnae. To join, volunteer, reconnect with or donate to Missy Stern with Michelle Jordan and Max Gardner Girl Scouts, visit www.GirlScoutsOC.org. Page 12
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Treat your feet to pampering now to prepare for sandal season With snow falling, the wind blowing and everyone bundling up in extra layers of clothing, the last thing you probably have on your mind is the condition of your feet. But time passes quickly. Before you know it, the temps will be rising, and you’ll be digging in the back of your closet for sandals. Will your feet be ready for their reintroduction to society? With spring break plans in place and summer just around the corner - sandal season will be here before you know it. It’s time to put foot care on your immediate to-do list so your feet will be up to the task of showing off your newest pair of sandals with pride the second temperatures creep into the warm zone. Don’t forget to start these simple foot-care tips now,
giving your feet a beautiful new look come spring: * Spring showers bring softer feet - The dry winter air not only creates deep dry crevasses in the soil, it can leave feet cracked and scaly, which isn’t pretty for men or women. White and flaky feet don’t go well with the latest fashion in sandals. Cracked and scaly feet are also a health concern, putting you at risk for an infection. Use a good moisturizing lotion frequently, concentrating on the heels, balls and toes of your feet - areas where the biggest problems build up. * Massage away the stresses of winter - Foot care isn’t just about how your feet look - it’s also about how they feel. Massage and moisturizing go together like peaches and cream. Massage the lotion into your feet and toes, helping to improve your blood circulation and easing the aches and stresses caused by long days wearing socks and heavy shoes. Massage also will refresh the skin on your feet, giving them the soft appearance needed to look great once the socks are removed. * Scrub off the cold - When bathing, soak your feet and exfoliate areas where calluses - caused by the
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friction of socks rubbing against the insides of your shoes - build up. This often happens on the heels and balls of the feet - those same areas that need the extra lotion. Use a pumice stone to help keep those calluses in check, leaving you with soft feet ready for the beach and playing in the sunshine. * Yellow is the color of the sun, not your toenails - Yellow toenails are a sign of a fungal infection, which can be treated with Dr. Paul’s Piggy Paste. About 14 percent of Americans have this type of fungus, which leaves nails looking textured with a dark yellow coloring. Dr. Paul Kinsinger developed the gel to treat his patients at his Illini Family Medicine in Washington, Ill. With proper usage, you’ll start to see improvements between two to six weeks, leaving you with beautifullooking toes by the time spring has sprung. * Cabin fever? Give your feet a breath of fresh air - You wouldn’t think you’d have to worry about sweaty feet in the winter months, but when confined to socks and shoes, moisture can build up. Wear sweat-wicking socks to help prevent blisters when working hard like
shoveling snow or going for a winter hike. And take off your shoes and socks every once in a while to let your feet breathe. * Surprise your feet with a spa package - This tip is for both men and women. Establishing a pedicure schedule will keep your feet exfoliated and moisturized on a consistent basis, and your toenails will be trimmed to a suitable length, helping to prevent any ingrown nails. And if you are planning a tropical spring break trip, be sure to schedule a pedicure just before you leave, so you’ll be ready to show off your feet at their finest. It takes time to pamper your feet to be ready for sandal season, so be sure to get started moisturizing and treating any infections immediately. Your feet will thank you.
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LAGUNA ART MUSEUM’S SUMMER EXHIBITIONS JUNE 29-SEPTEMBER 21, 2014. MUSEUM HOSTS LAGUNA COLLEGE OF ART + DESIGN’S MFA ’14 EXHIBITION JUNE 8-29, 2014 Laguna Art Museum presents three new exhibitions this summer, including Rex Brandt: In Praise of Sunshine; John Altoon: Drawings and Prints; and selections from the museum’s collection of California art, including new acquisitions by Peter Alexander, Albert Contreras, and Tom Wudl. All three exhibitions are on view June 29 through September 21. In addition, the museum hosts Laguna College of Art + Design’s MFA ’14 exhibition June 8-29. Laguna Art Museum hosts Laguna College of Art + Design‘s graduate MFA in Painting and Drawing exhibition June 8-29. The exhibition features work by twenty-one MFA students, and is on display in the museum’s lower level galleries. The show offers an invaluable opportunity for the next generation of artists to introduce their work to a wider audience. Featured artists include Cindy Bernhard, Mario Colon, Therese Conte, Lani Emanuel, Zara Feeney, Zoey Frank, Emily Gordon, Julio Labra, Sandy Manich, Michael McGregor, Robert Nichols, Miguel Camacho Padilla, Leanne Reinhold, Katie Schmid, Cynthia Sitton, Bradford Smith, Justin Snodgrass, Sally Strand, Brandon Tucker, Trevor Walker, and Dylan Weiler. Admission is free for the duration of the exhibition, and the museum will host a public reception on Saturday, June 7 at 6:00 p.m. LCAD’s MFA in Painting and Drawing is a two-year program in which students turn focused research into the formal and conceptual potentials of representational painting and drawing. Designed as an immersion in the history, theory, and practice of representation, LCAD’s MFA in Painting and Drawing program functions as a laboratory where students can investigate contemporary subject matter within the pictorial tradition. The MFA exhibition at Laguna Art Museum will show the breadth of this research from current MFA students.
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Painting, Illustration, Graphic Design, Animation, and Game Art. The graduate program awards a Master of Fine Arts in Drawing and in Painting. REX BRANDT: IN PRAISE OF SUNSHINE Laguna Art Museum presents a retrospective exhibition of the paintings of California landscape artist Rex Brandt (1914–2000) in Rex Brandt: In Praise of Sunshine, on display in its main level galleries June 29-September 21. The exhibition is curated by Laguna Art Museum’s Curator of Historical Art Janet Blake, consists of fifty-two paintings, and is accompanied by a fully illustrated scholarly catalogue. Rex Brandt gained national renown for his watercolor paintings during the period from the mid 1930s to the 1990s. As a dedicated teacher of the watercolor medium, he conducted painting workshops both at his home in Corona del Mar, his summer home in the San Juan Islands off the coast of Washington, and at numerous international locations. Brandt published several books on watercolor painting, including The Winning Ways of Watercolor. Although he painted with other media (including oil, to which he developed an allergy), he preferred watercolor, which he considered to be the most expressive and the perfect vehicle to paint “light and air.”
The title of the exhibition, In Praise of Sunshine, is his own, from a 1991 privately-published pamphlet he wrote that was illustrated with nine paintings. In it he acknowledged sunshine as the essential theme of his long career. He wrote: “Whether we are conscious of it or not, everything in the perceived world is in motion. Sunshine is the mediator, a pervasive quality in which things are lost and found, emerge and recede…” Rexford Elson Brandt was born in San Diego in 1914. He grew up in Riverside and attended Riverside Junior College and the University of California, Berkeley, receiving his degree in 1936. The art department at Berkeley was decidedly modernist, in part a legacy of the German abstract artist and teacher Hans Hofmann, who taught there in the summers of 1930 and 1931. Brandt’s teachers at
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Berkeley included John Haley and Margaret Peterson, both of whom had studied with Hofmann. Brandt also studied Byzantine and Chinese art, both of which influenced his painting style and his teaching. After returning to Southern California, Brandt joined the California Water Color Society and became an active participant with artists of the American scene including Millard Sheets and Phil Dike. He was a champion of the so-called California school and organized one of the first group exhibitions of their work, in 1937. In the post-War era, Brandt eschewed literal representation except in his teaching and instead focused on complex, semi-abstract studio works in which he explored the effects of sunlight. JOHN ALTOON: DRAWINGS AND PRINTS On display in the museum’s upstairs gallery June 29-September 21 is John Altoon: Drawings and Prints, curated by Laguna Art Museum’s Curator of Contemporary Art Grace KookAnderson. The exhibition is timed to coincide with the major exhibition of Altoon’s work at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art during the summer. John Altoon (1925-1969) is best known as a painter, but drawing was an important aspect of his working practice throughout his career. Like his paintings, his drawings show a remarkable boldness, speed, and ability to improvise. This intimate exhibition of drawings and prints looks at Altoon’s hesitation between being a commercial illustrator and a fine artist. On the commercial side, he made illustrations for articles in magazines such as Caper and Escapade. He also designed album covers and in 1956 was included in Pacific Jazz’s “West Coast Artist Series” along with Robert Irwin, Sueo Serisawa, and Keith Finch. By the early 1960s, Altoon’s
work as a fine artist was his priority. Even as his style became more abstract, elements of the figure and the importance of line were evident throughout. John Altoon was born and raised in Los Angeles, the son of Armenian parents who had emigrated from Turkey. While still a teenager, he joined the Navy and went to the Pacific to participate in major military campaigns before the end of World War II. When he returned, he studied at the Otis Art Institute and the Chouinard Art Institute. In 1950 he moved to Santa Barbara, where his work caught the attention of the director of the Santa Barbara Museum of Art, Donald Bear. This led to an exhibition, although Altoon moved to New York just before the opening. In New York, he worked as both a commercial and a fine artist for four years. In 1954, he received a grant that helped him travel to Europe. He returned to Los Angeles in 1956 and the following year became one of the founding members of the Ferus Gallery with Ed Kienholz and Walter Hopps. In 1962 the innovative abstract paintings of his Ocean Park Series led to an exhibition at the Whitney Museum that circulated to several other museums the following year. Altoon died of a massive heart attack in 1969, at the age of forty-three.
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Latte Da Bagelry & Grill Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner served all day. Fifteen different types of bagels made daily. Salads, burgers, plus Italian specialties like Chicken Alfredo. opens at 6am daily; closes at 9pm Monday through Saturday, open until 4pm on Sunday.
21612 Plano Trabuco Road at Santa Margarita Parkway in the Albertson’s Center in Rancho Santa Margarita. 949-589-6405 O’Neill’s Bar & Grill at the Arroyo Trabuco Golf Club. Sunday Brunch at O’Neill’s is a delicious and leisurely experience. Zagat calls it the “best value in Orange County.” Daily specials include fresh fish, steaks, pizza and hearty sandwiches.
26772 Avery Pkwy, Mission Viejo. 949-305-5100 Peppino’s Newly remodeled restaurant on the Lake, expanded the dining area, full service bar, waiting lounge and a front dining patio. The rear-dining terrace offers a beautiful view of Lake Mission Viejo. Happy Hour daily from 3:00 to 7:00 pm.
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27780 Vista del Lago, Mission Viejo 859.9556 P.F. Changs China Bistro Superb Shanghai Street Noodles, available in few places on the globe, make the trip to Mission Viejo Mall a veritable necessity.
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Tips for making your child’s birthday extra special this year For many young children (especially those between the ages of 3 and 6), a birthday is the most important and anticipated day of the year, ranking even above Christmas or Easter. The challenge, however, is that with more two-income families, increase in single parent households, and busier work and school schedules, finding the time and the creativity to make kids’ birthdays extra special is difficult. “There are many fun and easy ways to make your child feel extra special on their birthday. It is amazing how these little touches can make such big and lasting impressions,” says Tish Dahlby, the author of Pinklejinx, a new children’s book that tells the story of Joy, the birthday fairy. Here are some simple ideas to help your child feel special. * Start the celebration early. While the child is sleeping, sneak into the bedroom and decorate with balloons and streamers. Cover the floor or stuff the closet with balloons. Form a trail of confetti that leads from the bedroom to the breakfast table. * Provide surprise birthday wishes throughout the house. Hide birthday wishes in unexpected places. Using soap, craft a birthday greeting on the bathroom mirror, the kitchen window or the rear window of the car. * Involve the whole family. If there Page 16
are siblings or other relatives in the house, have them wait on the birthday child. Even the family pet could wear a special birthday hat. * Create a festive environment fit for royalty. Consider dining at the fancy table in a room reserved just for special occasions. There you can pull out all the stops to make your child feel like a real prince or princess. The Pinklejinx birthday keepsake kit provides everything you need, including the storybook you and your child can read the night before to create a new family tradition of welcoming Joy, the birthday fairy. The kit includes a brightly colored felt birthday banner along with a festive felt chair cover with ribbons and tassels that turns any chair into the seat of honor. A velvety crown provides the full royal treatment and is durable enough to be worn for hours or even days after the birthday festivities have ended. Breakfast can be served on the colorful cake plate or pedestal bowl, along with birthday candle-shaped utensils. The most important ingredient, of course, is the Pinklejinx sprinkles, which should be sprinkled just before making the birthday wish. * Celebrate loud and clear. If possible, find a way to celebrate the exact moment of the child’s birth with lots of hoopla - perhaps blow some
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horns or bang the pots. * Break the routine. This is a day unlike any other, so don’t follow the same routine. Get creative with the food you serve, its color and how you serve it. Instead of making the child wait to open presents, start the day by opening at least one very special present. * Communicate what’s special about your child. This is the time for letting your feelings show. Take turns going around the table and let everyone in the family give one reason why the birthday child is special. * Lunchbox surprise. Pack school lunches as normal but take a few extra minutes to wrap the birthday
child’s sandwich in gift wrap. Imagine your child’s smile as he or she unwraps the most special sandwich at the lunch table. * Start a new tradition. Make this birthday so special that your little ones will already be counting down the days until the next birthday. Consider doing the same thing every year. Start by reading the Pinklejinx birthday story the night before the celebration and prepare for the coming of the birthday fairy. Or take a photo in the same location doing the same thing each birthday to see how much has changed in just one year. For more ideas on how to make birthdays extra special, visit www. pinklejinx.com.
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Eight ways to get the most out of your trip to the farmers market When spring arrives, leaves, flowers and robins aren’t the only signs of warm weather to reappear. Spring also heralds the return of farmers markets. A trip to the market is a great opportunity to indulge in fresh healthy produce and to expand your horizons by trying new items or preparing them in different ways. Here are eight tips to make the most of your visit to the local farmers market: * Note the hours and dates of your local market on your calendar. Set reminders on your smartphone that will alert you when favorite items such as tomatoes, peas, beans and strawberries come into season. * Prepare your refrigerator and kitchen for the season’s harvest. Clean out your fridge’s produce drawer, and stock up on items that complement fresh produce, such as salad dressings and seasonings that can be used to turn basic veggies into delicious meals. Make sure to choose organic options, such as Simply Organic’s Greek Yogurt Dips (great for broccoli and cauliflower florets). * While farmers market vendors will almost certainly have plastic bags on hand, take your own reusable bags or baskets to carry your purchase - they’re better for Mother Nature. If you’ll be buying
perishable items, consider packing a cooler as well. Remember to place heavier items (like melons) on the bottom of the bag and lighter ones (such as berries) on top. * You’ll find the freshest produce and best selection early in the day. Setting your alarm to wake you a bit early could ensure you get the pick of the day’s produce. * Leave the $20 and $50 bills at home. Smaller bills will provide you with greater buying flexibility, and vendors will appreciate the change. * Scope out the entire market before you begin making purchases. Certain popular items, such as tomatoes, cantaloupe, melons, peas and potatoes will be available from multiple vendors. Strolling through the market first will allow you to compare prices and taste samples to ensure you’re picking the best and most delicious buys for your family. * Unpack bags as soon as you’re home and store each item appropriately. Create a menu plan for the week that incorporates everything you’ve purchased to help ensure nothing goes to waste. Don’t forget to incorporate snacks into your meal plan. * Every week, try something new. By all means, enjoy your familiar favorites, but also add in new items like kohlrabi, chard or broccolini.
Not sure how to prepare something new? Seasonings are a great way to add flavor without fat. Spice-filled marinades or rubs are a perfect complement to produce. Throw your veggies on the grill to bring out the freshness. On its website, www. simplyorganic.com, Simply Organic offers numerous flavorful fresh produce recipes. Here’s a tasty recipe to try on your grill today: Adobo Grilled Asparagus Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 8 to 10 minutes Total time: 15 minutes Servings: 4 to 6 Ingredients: Use organic ingredients where possible. 2 ounces slivered almonds 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil 1 1/2 teaspoons Simply Organic adobo seasoning 1/2 teaspoon Simply Organic paprika Directions: In a dry 8-inch skillet, toast the almonds, stirring often, until fragrant and lightly golden, about five to eight minutes. Remove and pour the almonds into a small bowl and set off to the side.In a shallow dish, toss the asparagus with the olive oil, adobo seasoning and paprika.Preheat your grill. Real wood charcoal tastes best,
but gas works fine. Avoid briquettes; they make food taste like lighter fluid. Aim for medium-high heat - if your grill lid has a thermometer built into the lid, it should read about 375 degrees.Once hot, lay the asparagus perpendicular to your grill grates and cook for eight to 10 minutes, turning once until fork tender yet still firm.Serve on a platter topped with toasted almond slivers.
Guilt-free desserts to please the whole family Dinner is over and your family is craving something sweet to end the meal. There are plenty of delicious options to satisfy even the biggest sweet tooth while keeping your family’s balanced diet in check. Best of all, these desserts can be made right in your own kitchen. By preparing your own creations, you can please even the pickiest of eaters and give your kids some extra nutrients with hidden servings of fruits or vegetables. The whole family will applaud your efforts. Whole fruit ice cream If you love frozen treats, try a healthier, homemade ice cream using whole fruit. Create a quick raspberry ice cream by combining 1 cup milk, 3/4 cup sugar or your favorite sweetener, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla and 1 pound frozen raspberries in a Vitamix 5200. Turn on the blender and slowly increase the speed from one to 10, using the tamper to push the mixture down. In less than a minute, you’ll have a creamy, softserve style ice cream. You can make a variety of flavors by substituting blueberries, peaches, pineapple, strawberries or other frozen fruit for the raspberries. Non-dairy “ice cream” Whip up a batch of green apple ice cream for a non-dairy, vegan alternative to traditional ice cream. Page 18
Your kids will love the green hue of this after-dinner delight. Plus, they’ll get an extra helping of spinach, which is loaded with vitamins - especially A, C and K - on top of antioxidants and minerals like potassium and iron. Simply add 6 ounces of thawed apple juice concentrate, a peeled banana, 1 1/2 cups fresh spinach and 4 cups ice into your Vitamix. Blend on high for about 40 seconds and you’ll have a healthy dessert for your family to enjoy. The kids will never know this non-dairy delight is also nutritious. Satisfying dessert (or snack) For an easy option that will keep you full well into the evening hours, create a fruit and yogurt parfait. Fill a tall glass with alternating layers of Greek yogurt, fresh fruit and granola. Popular for its thick, creamy texture and rich taste, Greek yogurt is typically lower in sugar and higher in calcium and protein than regular yogurt. Mix in a touch of honey for extra sweetness. Your family will love the varied flavors and textures. Plus, you can choose any combination you like - from the classic vanilla yogurt with fresh berries, to strawberry yogurt with peaches. A parfait is also a smart breakfast option, providing the calories and energy needed to keep your kids moving throughout the morning.
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Avocado-based mousse Everyone knows that avocado makes a great guacamole, but did you know it can also be used in desserts such as mousse, pudding, sorbet and ice cream? It may sound strange, but the fruit’s rich, creamy texture lends itself well to many sweet treats. For the chocolate lover in your family, try a smooth chocolate avocado mousse. This raw food recipe uses avocadoes, almond milk, dates and coconut butter for the base, along with cocoa or carob powder for the chocolate flavor. It’s best to prepare the mousse ahead of time or while dinner cooks, because it needs to chill for at least an hour
before serving. Top with fresh berries or a bit of shaved chocolate for those with an extra-strong sweet tooth. Making dessert at home puts you in control of the ingredients. It’s also a great way to increase the level of vitamins, minerals and healthy nutrients in your family’s diet. Fruit is naturally sweet, so it’s a great place to start. To enhance flavor even more, experiment with other natural sweeteners, such as agave nectar, honey or stevia in place of granulated sugar. Whether dessert is a nightly ritual in your household or an occasional treat, use these ideas to satisfy your family’s cravings.
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