Pleasant View - May '18

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Melissa and Ryan Spelts

This month we have a great magazine for you. The May flowers are in bloom everywhere. It is truly a beautiful time of year. May is the month we celebrate moms, however I believe we should celebrate them every day. I am so grateful for my mom and my wife who is the mother of my children. Remember to tell your mom you love her.

Please remember to watch our pages for advertising supporters that might have services you might need.

They make this newsletter possible and help support our contests and the students of the month as well as the content we bring you. Tell them you saw them in “Connection.” We are grateful to all of you as readers. Happy May! Ryan Spelts, Publisher

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DEPARTMENTS 4 | City News

28 | Home

10 | Community

31 | Business

26 | Health & Wellness

35 | Food

ON OUR COVER PUBLISHER Ryan Spelts GRAPHIC DESIGN Kristina Case

EDITING Carolyn White Heather Godfrey

Loren Jepsen Naomi Elmer Steven Godfrey

COMMUNITY CONTRIBUTORS Adrienne Rees

The Blessings & Challenges of Motherhood page 20 History: Community Band page 13 The Best Chocolate Chip Cookies page 35

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CITY NEWS

From the Mayor S

pring is upon us, or so the calendar would have us believe. Mother Nature seems to be a bit confused this year. For those of us that have lived in Utah all our lives, we tend to just shrug our shoulders. Newcomers to the state are finally figuring out what we mean when we say you can ski in the morning and golf in the afternoon, all within 30 minutes of your home. I saw a meme last month on the internet. It had a picture of Punxsutawney Phil, the famous weather predicting groundhog. The meme said, “Six more weeks of winter, U.S.A. Except you, Utah. Your weather does its own thing.” So very true.

With spring comes those pesky spring chores. We hit the yard running and we arm ourselves with our trusty hand saws, trimmers, clippers, chainsaws, and mowers. So much to do, so little time between the freak winter/spring storms. With all that cutting and trimming comes a lot of green waste. What to do with it all? Some of you have the space and like to burn it. This requires a burn permit and can be obtained thru the Utah Department of Environmental Quality Division of Air Quality at their website: www.airquality.utah.gov/Compliance/ OpenBurning/index.htm There is no charge for the burn permit.

Many of you prefer to haul your green waste away. The Weber County Green waste facility is located at 867 West Wilson Lane in Ogden and is open Monday thru Friday from 7am-5pm and Saturdays from 8am-5pm. There is a charge for dumping at this facility and you can obtain a one-time use voucher from

Pleasant View City, one per household that will save you $5.00.

Call or stop by the City Office for more information or to obtain one.

Just a reminder to help keep our City storm drains cleared and flowing freely. The City Crews do a great job, but they can always use your help. You’re the best eyes and ears for everything going on throughout the city. If you see a problem and can remedy it, that would be awesome. If you can’t manage it alone, please let us know of the problem so we can get right on it. (801) 782-8529.

We have been busy planning our Founders’ Day celebration and as we have discussed the events and the great support we have in planning, executing, and attending each and every event.

It gives me great pride to be a part of the greatest community in the state. Our planning reminds me that the Mayor, The Council and the Staff are all here to make your life better. I would truly love to hear more from you. If you see me in the store, please say hello and let me know how we are doing. Feel free to send me an email and tell me what you love and what we can do better: lcall@pleasantviewcity.com Thanks for caring, thanks for all you do, and thanks for being good neighbors. It is great to live in a city where the citizens actually care about what is happening around them. I am committed to doing whatever it takes to ensure that we remain the best place to not only grow up, but the best place to grow old.

Leonard Call, Mayor

City Info Mayor: Leonard Call Business Hours: Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Friday 8:00 a.m. to Noon Offices Address: 520 West Elberta Drive, Pleasant View City, UT 84414 General Email: info@pleasantviewcity.com | (801) 782-8529

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North Shore Aquatic Center Opening Day - May 26th Public Swimming Hours Monday: 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Tuesday: 12:00 PM - 6:30 PM Wednesday: 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 PM - 6:30 PM Friday: 11:00 AM - 5:30 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM - 5:30 PM Sunday: CLOSED HOLIDAYS: 12:00 PM - 6:30 PM

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CITY NEWS

Key Community Contacts Main Office: (801) 782-8529 info@pleasantviewcity.com Mayor Leonard Call 801-940-6231 lcall@pleasantviewcity.com Councilman David Chugg: 801-499-7562 dchugg@pleasantviewcity.com

City Meetings

City Council Meetings: Meetings typically held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month. Some dates will change related to holidays and other conflicts. Check with the city office for exact details.

North View Fire Board Meetings: 3rd Tuesday of every month. North View Fire Station-315 E 2550 N North Ogden @ 5:00 P.M.

Councilman Jerry Burns 801-782-1680 jburns@pleasantviewcity.com Councilman Steve Gibson 801-941-8100 sgibson@pleasantviewcity.com Councilman Boyd Hansen 801-782-8345 bhansen@pleasantviewcity.com Councilwoman Sara Urry 801-737-0523 surry@pleasantview.com

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Resident Spotlight:

Dustin & Cody Hurd

BY RYAN SPELTS

Dustin Hurd and his big brother Cody like to run marathons. Cody has run 54 marathons and Dustin has run 27.

Dustin has qualified several times for the Boston Marathon initially, but when the final cuts were announced he always seemed to fall a little short.

After giving up running in 2011, his brother Cody talked him into trying again in 2014. This time, even though he is approaching 40, he felt better and his body responded to training better which meant his times got faster. This year he qualified and made the final cut. He was excited to check that one off his bucket list.

In preparation for the race, the brothers checked the Farmers Almanac which said the weather would be rainy. As the time approached, close monitoring of weather sources showed that the experts seemed undecided.

At times it looked like it would be stormy while others said it might be clear. Unfortunately, the stormy opinion was the right one. In many of the neighborhoods they ran through there was snow on the ground from the night before and it rained the entire race. In fact the last several miles were in a massive downpour with 25-30 mile per hour winds. After the race,

CONGRATS RUNNERS!

the brothers spoke with a man who had run 30 Boston Marathons, he said that this was the worst one he has ever run. Dustin and Cody smiled because being from Utah, the last two Ogden marathons were worse than the Boston, so they were right at home. Good old Utah weather.

As they approached the finish line, they were met with great applaud.

Thousands of locals come out to watch the race and they love it. Many families have cheered on runners for multiple generations. The crowds are very engaged and love to cheer. They make eye contact and wish every competitor the best. “It is an amazing experience,� said Dustin.

In all there were 25,000 athletes who finished the race and 300 of those were from Utah and at least two of those were from right here in Pleasant View.

In fact this year also had a surprise second place finish by a local Ogden girl and Weber State Alum Sarah Sellers. Congratulations Dustin, Cody and Sarah. Great job!

In all there were 25,000 athletes who finished the race and 300 of those were from Utah and at least two of those were from right here in Pleasant View.

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May Calendar of Events SCHOOL EVENTS May 1 Weber – Baseball @ Syracuse 3:30-5:30 pm Weber – Boys Soccer @ Davis 3:30-5:30 pm Weber – Softball @ Fremont 3:30-5:30 pm NOJH & Orion – Baseball Playoffs May 2 Weber – Track Weber, Fremont @ Syracuse 3-5pm Weber – Baseball vs. Syracuse @ Weber 3:30-5:30pm May 3 Weber – Girls Gold @ Valley View 124pm Weber – Boys Soccer vs. Northridge @ Weber 3:30-5:30pm Weber – Swingtime: A Big Band Dinner Show 6-9pm May 4-5 Weber – State Band Large Group May 4 Weber - Track @ Herriman Invite 3-5pm Weber – Baseball @ Syracuse 3:305:30pm Weber – Swingtime: A Big Band Dinner Show – 6-9pm NOJH & Orion – Baseball Championships May 5 Weber – Swingtime: A Big Band Dinner Show 6-9pm May 7 Weber – Boys Tennis – Region Tourn. @ OHS/Mt. Ogden Weber – Girls Golf – Region Tournament NOJH & Orion – Track – District @ Fremont High 3-7pm May 8 Weber – Boys Tennis – Region Tourn. @ OHS/Mt. Ogden Weber – Baseball @ Fremont 3:305:30pm Weber – Boys Soccer @ Layton 3:305:30pm Weber – Softball @ Northridge 3:305:30pm NOJH & Orion – Track – District @ Fremont High 3-7pm Orion – Choir Concert 6:30-7:30 pm 10 CONNECTIONPUBLISHING // May 2018

May 9 Weber – Track – Region Championships @ Davis 3-5:30pm Weber – Baseball vs. Fremont @ Weber 3:30-5:30pm Orion – Drama Showcase 5-8pm May 10 Weber – Track – Region Championships @ Davis 3-5:30pm Weber – Boys Soccer @ Syracuse 3:305:30pm Weber – Softball vs. Clearfield @ Weber 3:30-5:30pm NOJH – End of Year Band Concert 7-8:30pm Orion – Band Concert 6:30-8pm May 11-12 Weber – State Choir Festival May 11 Bates Elementary – “Our Country Tis’ of Thee,” Patriotic Pageant @ Weber High 6:30 pm Weber – Baseball @ Fremont 3:30-5:30pm May 12 Weber – Orion Celebration 7-9pm

May 19 Weber – Boys Tennis – State Tournament Weber – Track – State Meet May 20 NOJH – Track @ Weber High School 3-6pm May 21 Weber – Baseball – State Tournament

May 22 Weber – Baseball – State Tournament Congrats Weber – Boys Soccer – State Graduates!

Semi-Final Weber – Softball – State Tournament Weber – Graduation 2-4pm

May 13 May 14 Weber – Choir Spring Concert Weber – Girls Golf – State Tournament May 15 Weber – Baseball – State Tournament Weber – Boys Soccer – State Tournament Weber – Softball – State Tournament Orion – Orchestra Concert 6:30-7:30pm NOJH – Spring Showcase – Choirs & Drama 5:30-8:30pm May 16 Weber – Baseball – State Tournament Weber – Unified Track State Meet Weber – Band & Orchestra Combined Spring Concert 7-9pm May 17 Weber – Boys Tennis – State Tournament Weber – Softball – State Tournament Weber – Track State @ BYU 8am-5pm Weber – Actors Repertory Company Night of 10 Minute Plays 6-8:30pm NOJH – Orchestra Concert 7-8pm May 18-19 Weber – Orchestra Large Group Weber – Track – State Meet

May 18 Weber – Orchestra Large Group Weber – Boys Soccer – State Tournament Weber – Track – State Meet Weber – Actors Repertory Company Night of 10 Minute Plays 6-8:30pm MMA – 9th Grade Graduation

May 23 Weber – Baseball – State Tournament Weber – Softball – State Tournament Orion – Guitar Recital 6:30-8pm May 24 Weber – Baseball – State Tournament Weber – Boys Soccer – State Championship Weber – Softball – State Tournament May 25 Weber – Baseball – State Tournament Last Day of School

SENIOR EVENTS North View Senior Center 485 E. 2550 N. • North Ogden, Utah Mondays 8:30 am - Ceramics 12:30 pm - Pinochle 1:00-3:00 pm - Computer Lab 2:00pm - Tap Dance Class Tuesdays 9:30 am - Art 10:00 am - Line Dancing

COMMUNITY 12:30 pm – Mah Jong 12:30 pm - Weight Lifting (Strength Exercises) 12:30 pm - Pinochle Wednesdays 9:00 am - Wood Carving 9:30 am - Bridge 10:00 am - Line Dancing 12:30 pm - Pinochle Thursdays 1:00 pm - Center Opens 1:00 pm - Tap Dancing 5:00 pm - Dinner 5:30 pm – Entertainment Thursdays 5:30 Entertainment May 3 – Farr West School May 10 – Julie Moffit Dance May 17 – Sing a Long May 24 – Bingo May 31 – Fraud

Fridays 8:30 am – Hot Hula/Zumba 8:30 am - Ceramics 10:00 am - Yoga (bring own mat) Other events: Foot Clinic 2nd and 3rd Wed. - 10:00am Free Legal Advice 2nd Thursday – 4:00 pm Blood Pressure Clinics 2nd Monday – 11:00 am 4th Thursday – 4:00 pm Cell phone class 1st Wednesday thru May-June: 2:00 pm Special Events and Activities May 5, 10:00 am – Special Saturday Activities – Game Day May 7, 10:30 am – Hair Cuts (Make Appointment)

May 14 – Happy Mother’s Day May 19, 7:00 pm – Gary Romer (Dance) May 28 – Closed for Memorial Day May 31, 2:30 pm – Grief Group June 5, 9-11:00 am – Free Paper Shredding For Seniors 55 or older Lunch 11:45 AM - Mon, Tues, Wed,

and Fri Dinner 5:00 PM - Thurs (Opens at 1:00 PM) Prices Seniors over age 60 - $3.00 Seniors under age 60 - $6.00 Hours Mon. Tues. Wed. 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Thurs. 1:00 PM-7:30 PM Fri. 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

FREE FAMILY FUN EVENTS Tuesdays – North Ogden City Council Meetings 6:00 pm May 3 Freed Team Roping – Golden Spike Arena, Ogden 6-11 pm May 4 Reception: Main Gallery: Roberta Glidden – Eccles Community Art Center 5-8 pm Gallery Stroll – Union Station, Ogden 6-8 pm May 5 Safe Kids Day & Healthy Kids Day – Newgate Mall, Ogden 10 am-3 pm Open Streets SLC – West Temple & 200 South 10 am – 4 pm Cycle de Mayo – Riverdale Town Square 12 – 4 pm May 8 Ogden Community Job Fair – Hub 801 1-4 pm May 8 Utah Youth Rodeo 5-10 pm May 9 Best ‘N West Barrel Race – Golden Spike Arena 4–11 pm Jazz at the Station – Union Station, Ogden 7-8 pm May 10 Intermountain Reining Horse Show – Golden Spike Arena 10 am – 6 pm

May 11 Bates Elementary – “Our Country Tis’ of Thee,” Patriotic Pageant @ Weber High 6:30 pm WWII Lecture Series: Gasa Gasa Girl Goes to Camp, Lily Havey – Union Station Theater 7 - 8 pm May 12 Dance America “The Concert” Competition – Peery’s Egyptian Theater 8 am – 10 pm Mom Needs a Break – Free Mother’s Day Yoga Class – 50 S. Main SLC 8:15 am Intermountain Reining Horse Show – Golden Spike Arena 10 am – 6 pm Free Community Meal & Resource Fair – Marshall White Center, Ogden 5-8 pm May 13 Intermountain Reining Horse Show – Golden Spike Arena 10 am – 6 pm May 15 Freed Team Roping – Golden Spike Arena, Ogden 6-11 pm Free Concert ft. Changing Lanes, Motown Hits – Peery’s Theater 7-9 pm May 16 Rocky Mountain Barrel Racing Jackpot – Golden Spike Arena 4:30-11:30 pm Utah Film Center “Llama Nation” Free Screening – Peery’s Theater 7-9 pm May 18-20 Living Traditions Festival – 451 S. 250 E., SLC – Times Vary

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North Ogden Community BandA New Idea?

STORY BY LOREN JEPSEN AND PHOTOS BY NORTH OGDEN MUSEUM

Come join the band! There is a recent movement to start up a community concert band in North Ogden. Other surrounding cities in northern Utah have had community bands for years with continued success. “Why not initiate the tradition of a band here in North Ogden?” asks Loren Jepsen, an 18-year resident of the city. “There has not been a community band during my tenure here.”

As it turns out, North Ogden has had community bands in the past. Photographs provided by the North Ogden Museum provide evidence of their past success.

“There were no television or radio in the days when North Ogden’s top musical entertainment came from the town band. This old time photo shows them as they looked in their musical heyday. The snappy blue and white uniforms shown here cost $15 each. They were an important part of all the town’s big celebrations just before the turn of the century.

They took part in several contests and would tour the town in a big wagon serenading the citizens. Neighboring towns sought their services and would transport the musicians and stuff them with food in appreciation, but on the big town celebrations they wouldn’t budge from their home town. Their leader, Charlie Storey, once turned down an offer of $10 by a neighboring town for the services of the band on the fourth of July, one old timer recalled.”(1)

North Ogden Band Photo 1896 (The members are, from l-eft to right, (first row) William Deamer, Thomas Storey, Charles Ellis, and Charles Storey; (second row) Lamoni Holmes, Harry Chandler, Freddie Ellis, Jimmy Dudman, Mason Blaylock, and Joseph Ellis; (third row) Andrew Clark, Joseph Storey, Charles Jones, Chris Lind, and Arthur Berrett.)

theory and practice. Many of these youths have the motivation to continue their training in college. However, who knows how many adult musicians are not playing and not using the skills they acquired in our schools. Many of these people attend concerts in schools involving their kids and remember the days they played and admit they would like to play again. That is the motivation for the current community band movement.

Jepsen, who has recently revived his instrument playing skills and has taken on the task of learning to play the clarinet too, says, “If I can do it at the age of 70+ anybody can.” He has been playing recently with the band in Clearfield and wants to play in a group closer to home. “There are a lot of people out there better than I am that will help us former ‘closet musicians’ in the new band,” he says.

The band continued and enlarged during the 1914-15.

Perhaps there have been other bands in some form, but these are the only known photographs. The Weber High School band has been the main band performing in the past years of the Cherry Days parade.

Bands have served the citizens of the city of North Ogden in the past. Why not do it again, and this time keep it going way into the future? The current band organization proposal has already been presented and accepted by the city council. The movement has been generated by an ad hoc committee formed

by Jepsen including the music educators from our local high schools and junior highs (Joseph Windsor, Weber High School; Cindy Child, Venture Academy High School; David Sowby, Orion Junior High School; Jessica Graham, North Ogden Junior High; and Suann Adams, music teacher and promoter). These music educators do a super job training our youth in music

A 1933 photograph shows a marching band participating in a city event. Earl Chadwick is shown as a member of the color guard. Members of the band are not known, but perhaps you can remember some of the faces, if you are a senior citizen that is.

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The ad hoc committee agrees there is a large pool of “closet musicians” and active musicians in the area that would join a community band. The city has agreed to have the band practice in the North View Senior Citizens Center.

Now the big job is to find those who would like to once again enjoy the activity of making music in a social and recreational atmosphere.

The band already has a volunteer conductor. His name is Brent Broome. Brent is a professional musician with academic training in conducting. He has been a conductor in many music organizations in the past, including community concert bands. He is eager to get started with the new organization.

We are meeting in the North View Senior Citizens Center (485 E. 2550 N., North Ogden, Utah). Rehearsals are on Wednesday nights at 7:00 p.m. You need not be a resident

FOR MORE INFO

This 1984 photo shows an "Old Time Band" in the Cherry Days Parade. The float has the name Bailey on it. William A. Bailey was the North Ogden Mayor from 1973 to 1976, so maybe he was the sponsor. The old post office can be seen in the background.

of North Ogden to join. We need band instruments of all kinds and welcome your interest in joining with us.

Musicians of all levels and ages are welcome as long as in the past you have high school playing experience.

Please come and join! Information about the band, its organization and how to participate can be found on the city website: northogdencity.com/ departments/parks-and-recreation/community-events

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We offer a fun contest every month with cash prizes!

April Winners Congrats Chelsea Ayn Nelson on winning last month's contest.

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Please nominate yourself or a deserving high school student and Weber County Resident.

Announcing a new community-wide American Spirit Honoree award.

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PHOTO SUBMISSIONS Send us your cover photos!

Please send high quality photos (taken with a quality smart phone or camera), at least 300 dpi, in vertical format. Call with questions 801-624-9652. Email submissions to submit@ connectionpub.com.

Nominees should include information that their actions or achievements show support or understanding of one or more of the following: • Our systems of government, which is a republic with democratic processes •

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The final award will go to the individual showing the greatest action or achievement in one or more of the categories.

Please submit nominees with details to ryan@connectionpub.com (801) 7213762 The award ceremony will be held at North Ogden Cherry Days on July 4th, 2018. Deadline for submissions is May 31, 2018. Email any questions.

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Weber High School STANDOUT

BY STEVEN GODFREY

Erica Lee is the youngest of four sisters, plays 10 instruments, and loves Marching Band more than a teenager loves their bed. As a senior at Weber High, Lee is involved with all things instruments, maintains a 3.9 GPA, and works as a janitor after school. On top of that, Lee is the Student Body President this year. Here, she gives us a glimpse into her life in and out of Weber High.

What is something that has made you who you are?

My life hasn’t always been peachy. I started getting depression in 6th grade and was bullied throughout junior high. The summer before 11th grade, my depression hit worse than ever.

I learned a lot from that time-period though. Now I don’t have time to be depressed because I have so much to do! I always say I would rather be busy than not be doing anything. I could go on this topic for a while, but I won’t. It’s just a tidbit about me that has really changed my whole world.

Why did you want to run for Student Body?

I ran for Student Body because I wanted to be a friend to everyone. It can be hard when you’re shy and don’t have anyone who reaches out to you. I know from experience. It can be rough when you don’t have a friend in school. I have been in office since 9th grade and I have loved being involved in what happens at school. It’s quite a task, but it’s so fun!

What was your reaction when you won SBO President?

I was nervous because a lot of the other students would do well in this position. When they said my name and announced that I would be President, it was a feeling of relief, but also excitement. Knowing that I was chosen by the administration and students was humbling. I was glad that I had shown them that I was willing to put in the effort and could accomplish the job.

What is the most rewarding part of being an officer?

This role has really shown me how to love those around me.

People go through a lot more than you know, but once they share it with you, you can’t help but love them! I am eternally grateful for the friendships I have made as an officer.

Give us a glimpse into the life of an officer.

Being an officer is a lot of work. The work never seems to end.

From start to finish, there is always something to do. A lot of people may think the officers don't do that much, but we are constantly going to games, planning events, and trying to raise school spirit.

What is your favorite thing about Weber?

Honestly, I don't really know! There are so many good things about Weber, but I think my favorite thing about Weber is its lack of windows . . . JUST KIDDING! I think it's the teachers.

There are a lot of teachers at Weber who really care about you

and want to see you do your best.

This is one of the reasons I am sad to be graduating.

"Get involved: cheer at the games, join some clubs, just make sure you do something...it makes the experience better."

What is your message to incoming students to Weber High?

Get involved: cheer at the games, -ERICA LEE join some clubs, just make sure you do something. It's so much better to get involved rather than just go to school to just go to school. It makes the experience so much better. Also, don't freaking skip school!

Might as well just be at school when that time is set aside for you already instead of making up all the credits on your own time. Try your best, even though it's not always fun. The results will be worth it.

Mrs. Connie Perry, Student Government advisor, on Erica Lee: Her dedication to this school to try and make it a better place for everyone is what makes her a great SBO this year.

With all the suicides that we've had (in recent years), it was the one thing she wanted to focus on. She and the entire student government have gone out of their comfort zone to try and make all kids feel welcomed.

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Students of the Month

Some schools award multiple students of the month. We honor a selected few here. For the full list of students, visit www.northogdenconnection.com

Ryan Anglesey

Sage Taylor

Weber High School

Mr. Newbold, Ryan’s Secondary Math III teacher, says he has had the pleasure of witnessing Ryan’s analytical reasoning skills develop and mature this year. Ryan has distinguished himself among his peers as a student with a great work ethic and a commitment to learning. Ryan is inquisitive and takes the time to revise problems and understand the justification behind his answers.

Mr. Newbold adds that Ryan is always ahead of the math class in curriculum, which gives him time to proof read solutions online, give essential feedback, and allows time from the teacher to update his blog for the students. Ryan’s accurate and precise work in mathematics is then reflected to all of his peers as they access the class blog for help. Ryan also participates in class when no one else can answer. This not only helps the class along through hard mathematical processes, but also gives others a chance to shine.

Ryan exemplifies what it means to be a Weber Warrior. He is a great role-model for other students and will be missed when he graduates next year. He is an exceptional student who has earned recognition for his achievements.

Maria Montessori Academy Sage is in 9th grade and has been a student at Maria Montessori Academy for the last four years. Her favorite subjects include Art, English Language Arts, Science, Math, Theatre, and Geography. In her free time, she enjoys writing, drawing, and role-playing with her friends and cousin.

When she finishes school, Sage wants to be a graphic novelist.

She plans to achieve that goal by going to college, majoring in English, and minoring in Art. Sage is a true global citizen and crusader for peace. On March 14th, she participated in the National School Walkout because she is passionate about making school a safe place for all. Additionally in March, Sage won tickets to the musical Hamilton by participating in and winning the Telling My Utah Story Letter Writing Contest. In her winning letter, Sage expressed dismay and concern over the discontinuation of plastic recycling in Washington Terrace.

We think Hamilton would be just as proud as we are of Sage and her ability to express her thoughts to galvanize us for a better tomorrow.

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Tyler Casey

Patrick is an excellent student in my German 3 class. He is always excited to be in the class and completes everything expected of him. He listens well, notices new words presented in class, and helps others in his group with their work. He is constantly learning more German.

Tyler is a 9th grade student at Orion Jr. High. He loves all things football and baseball! He played on Orion’s football team and is currently on the baseball team.

He plays first base, catcher, and right field.

Tyler’s favorite class is not surprising, Conditioning.

Er strebt sich sehr, sein Duolingo Aufgaben regelmäßig zu machen und schafft es auch, das zu tun. Er ist eine der Besten in der Schule und macht immer weiter so. Patrick ist ein fleissiger Arbeiter, ein toller Schuler und ein hilfsbereiter Junge.

He says the best thing about Orion is the teachers. Tyler has a goal to get B grades or better, wants to graduate from high school, and play pro football or baseball. Congratulations and good luck, Tyler!

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I’m thrilled to have him in class, and hope you expect a lot from him in the future because he can achieve anything!

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hile I was growing up, I was often asked by adults, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” My answer was always the same, I wanted to be a mom.

Even in high school when all my friends were dreaming of becoming nurses or teachers or many other awesome things, I struggled finding a direction because being a mom had always been my wish.

After Ryan and I were married we struggled to get pregnant. It took us two years to get our Koby boy here. I thought we were going to have to adopt and I was totally open to that. However we were blessed with a beautiful little boy who recently turned 17 (how time flies)! When Koby was a month old I wanted a candy bar very badly. I made plans to run to the store and grab one. As we got to the store Koby started to scream (in that cute new baby cry). I pulled his little body out of the carseat only to find that he had pooped all up his back. I didn’t think to bring extra clothes or even diapers . . . not cool! I couldn’t take him in the store screaming in that mess so I loaded him back in his seat and drove home without my candy bar.

This was a turning point in my mind, the honeymoon

was over, I started to see what motherhood was really going to look like. Before being a mom life was all about ME! If I wanted something I would get in my car and go get it. This past weekend I heard someone describe motherhood as being in control of a three-ring circus. I like that analogy.

Helping our kids through good and bad days. Jumping through hoops, juggling all that they have to do on top of our list and walking on a tight rope while watching them in stressful or hard situations. I have five children and after I had each one I thought each of them would be just like the last, yet they are each so unique and individual. After my third baby was born I was so overwhelmed. I Melissa and her parents called my mom and she gave me the best advice. Be kind to yourself. Focus on the good and praise your older kids when they do something right. After I got off the phone I started focusing on the good and the contention and bad behaviors stopped. The kids were looking for attention and found it in the only way I seemed to give it to them.

They were happier and so was I.

“Each child came with unique gifts that needed to be unwrapped and discovered. Our greatest joys came from this incredible process of love and care over the years.” - MARILOU B. WOLTHUIS

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Melissa and her children.

I recently read about Marilou B. Wolthuis, one of our very own North Ogdenites who was named the 2018 Mother of the year for Ogden City, her message gave me more peace. She also had five children, but they were all boys. She said they ate a lot and she found herself cooking a lot to keep up with them.

She learned to have unconditional love for each of her boys. A prayer each day for each of them gave her the insight necessary to raise them. She said she realized that her parenting philosophy included God. “They were His before they were mine,” Marilou said. “Each child came with unique gifts that needed to be unwrapped and discovered.

Our greatest joys came from this incredible process of love and care over the years.”

There are times when I think I have this mothering thing down and then everything changes. Holy Cow! It can be so hard! It is a constant state of learning and growing. Those things that make it all worthwhile are the hugs, the kisses and I love yous. The late night talks about their days and dreams, the game nights where everyone is laughing and having fun. The times where they help each other. I love being a mom. It is all that I wanted and more. I hope that all of you find this Mother’s Day a wonderful day.

My great grandma Mary Frehner loved this poem. It hung in her house and has been a favorite for all the moms in our family.

Happy Mother's Day!

My Mother Says My mother says she doesn’t care, About the color of my hair.

Or if my eyes are blue or brown, And if my nose turns up or down.

My mother says, “These things don’t matter.”

My mother says, she doesn’t care if I am dark or I am fair.

If I’m thin or if I’m fat—She doesn’t fret over things like that.

My mother says, “These things don’t matter.”

But if I cheat or tell a lie, Or do things to make folks cry.

And if I’m rude or impolite and do not try To do what’s right, Then these things really matter.

It’s not looks that make things great —It’s character that seals our fate.

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Youth Council Update: egg hunt, caucus help and saying goodbye

BY NAOMI ELMER

This month we had a blast at the Easter egg hunt put on by the Kiwanis club. After hiding and scattering all the eggs, we had our members busy handing out the prizes. Each child could exchange their egg for a box of marshmallow peeps, and some brightly colored hard boiled eggs. And if they were lucky and had a golden or silver egg, they also received a chocolate bunny! We have so much fun working with the Kiwanis club, and we have even more fun working with the families of the city.

We were also able to help with one of our city caucuses.

We were able to help check in people at North Ogden Jr High, including our very own Mayor Chugg! Some members were able to attend the caucus which is great. It is so awesome to see our youth group getting involved in their community politically at a young, but very important age!

As the end of the school year approaches, we have the sad time

ďƒšWe checked in people at the city caucus including our own Mayor Chugg!

of our seniors leaving CYC and heading to different places.

This is so sad since our council members number will drop, so we need new members to fill in their place. Members can join at any time, if you are an upcoming 9th-12th grader we would love to have you! Summer is quickly approaching which means lots of fun activities, and we would love to have new members join us!

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PRECIOUS PETS

BY ADRIENNE REES

MACEY, AGGIE & BUBBA We have always looked at pets like children with little fur coats. As newlyweds, we haven’t had the opportunity to have kids yet, so for now all of our children walk on four legs.

Just like children, each one of our pets have their own personality. For instance, our Jack Russell Terrier Macey will sit and watch TV for hours on her favorite spot on the sofa. Her favorite channel is Animal Planet.

Our Border Collie Aggie loves the morning and makes sure to climb in bed each morning to wrap her arms around our necks, giving us a big bear hug.

Our Siamese cat Bubba brings home one mouse present to us each day and always assumes we want it in the house.

While each one of them have a different personality, oddly enough they get along super well.

We adopted our Jack Russell Macey and cat Bubba before we were married. We both were single and needed a little companion to come home to after college classes.

Macey was adopted from a shelter in Pasadena, California

where she had been found dumped in a public park.

Bubba was adopted from a shelter in Logan where he was picked up walking along the streets.

Once we were married, we decided to find one more together.

That’s when we turned to the classifieds and fell in love with a picture of a Border Collie puppy. So we put Macey in the car and drove to Logan to meet her. It was love at first sight so we brought her home.

While they all come from different places of the world, we know they all call Pleasant View their home. Walking around our little Pleasant View neighborhood at night is similar to Disneyland for them. The cat comes too.

Our dogs being as friendly as they are have earned the friendship of every kid in the neighborhood. We are known not by our given names but as Macey and Aggie’s mom and dad.

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Annual Wellness Visits are a time with your doctor to gather information about your individual, unique health situation, and to develop a personalized plan for preventing or managing illness. Plus with our new extended hours, we are working hard to make healthcare easier for you.

Request an appointment online at northogdenclinic.org.

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Dr. Schmitt was raised in Ogden, UT where he completed a bachelors degree in Clinical Laboratory Science at Weber State University. He earned his osteopathic medical degree at Des Moines University in Iowa. Dr. Schmitt enjoys many aspects of the medical field, which led him to pursue a path to be a general practitioner and provide care to patients of all ages. He takes great interest in spending time with his family, engaged in various outdoor activities.

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You see your doctor for sick visits and follow-ups, maybe even a yearly physical to see if your blood sugar and other levels are within range. If you’re a Medicare Advantage patient, you also have an additional visit covered by your insurance (with no copayment!) that sets aside extra time for you to talk with your doctor about your health, risks, and prevention measures you should be taking and lifestyle advice you should be following.

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An updated list of current providers and prescriptions

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Memory and depression risk

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Advanced directives and medical wishes and preferences

This visit—the Annual Wellness Visit—is a conversation and planning meeting that’s all about keeping you well.

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Fall risk and ability to function independently at home

As a primary care physician and as a patient myself, I know that it can be a challenge during a typical office visit to remember and fit in all the pressing problems and concerns about your health. You might feel like you’re complaining or there isn’t enough time in the appointment. Some issues may seem too insignificant to bring up or are simply signs of aging—like feeling tired, weak, sad, or lonely—when in fact symptoms could mean something more.

Thoroughly and clearly communicating symptoms, preferences, needs, and expectations is important. Communication helps patients and doctors get on the same page—and the Annual Wellness Visit carves out more dedicated time to do just that.

COVERING ALL THE BASES One of my patients, an 88-year-old healthy woman, was in last year for an Annual Wellness Visit. Part of the Annual Wellness Visit is a Health Risk Assessment, which she filled out. It’s a pretty detailed questionnaire and gathers all the details of a patient’s health: •

Height, weight, blood pressure, and other routine measurements gathered from the physical examination (the exam visit may require copayment)

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Diet and exercise

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Immunizations and cancer screenings

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Personal and family medical histories

So, back to my patient—she noted on the questionnaire a recent fall. I asked her about this and she expressed she bad been feeling more unsteady when walking and less confident when outside her home. She was given a Home Safety Checklist to offer improvements for clearing walking paths, support stability and mobility, and prevent slips. She also checked off her interest in doing Tai Chi classes to improve her balance.

At her next Annual Wellness Visit, she said she had not experienced any falls throughout the year and that her confidence with walking had significantly improved.

EARLY INTERVENTION I was so pleased to know that our conversation around fall prevention had made a difference to her. Communication matters so much in the quality and outcome of a patient’s care, in preventing disease or injury, or catching and treating issues early. The Annual Wellness Visit is a great platform for communication to happen, for possible problems to be identified before they become serious, for the care team to gather a baseline to measure progress over time, and for early interventions to begin.

Call or talk to your doctor and ask about scheduling your Annual Wellness Visit.

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ARE YOUR INVESTMENTS SAFE?

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hat’s your first thought when you consider the safety of your investments?

You might think about federally insured deposit accounts through National Credit Union Share Insurance Fund (NCUSIF). That’s a logical and comforting first thought for most credit union members, because your deposit accounts are covered up to a total of $250,000, and not one depositor has ever lost money in a deposit account that is covered by NCUSIF. But deposit accounts are not usually considered investments. Investments generally involve market risk, such as money invested in the stock market or mutual funds.

So, your first thought might be about your investments that are at risk in the stock market.

It’s well established that there’s an element of risk in all financial investments, and none are 100% safe from loss.

However, it’s also important to understand whether or not your credit union investments are insured. Investment adviser Linda Goin gives a clear explanation: “The NCUSIF does not insure the money individuals invest in stocks, bonds, municipal bonds, or other securities such as mutual funds (including money market mutual funds, and mutual funds that invest in stocks, bonds and other securities); annuities or insurance products such as automobile and life insurance, even if these products were purchased at a federally insured credit union or through an affiliated broker/dealer/insurance agent that is offering these products on behalf of a federally

insured credit union.”

So, to review, these are the types of member share accounts and deposits a credit union handles in its usual course of business, and the ones covered

by NCUSIF: 1.) Regular shares (savings accounts).

2.) Share certificates.

3.) Share draft accounts (checking accounts).

But any investment products a credit union offers, such as mutual funds, annuities, and other non-deposit investments are not insured by the NCUSIF. As a member of Wasatch Peaks Credit Union, your checking and savings accounts are insured

by NCUSIF. This insurance also covers your retirement savings in Traditional IRAs, Roth IRAs and Keogh accounts, which are insured separately from your regular (non-retirement) accounts in the same credit union.

The good news Experts predict a great year for returns on savings, especially CDs. As interest rates continue to rise, it’ll be increasingly more profitable to sock your money away in an interest-bearing account. If you’ve been putting off opening a certificate or increasing the deposits in your share account, now is an excellent time to consider it. With a 12or 24-month certificate, you can take advantage of rising interest rates while still leaving yourself the flexibility to re-invest once interest rates rise again.

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id you know that driving at night can be just as dangerous as distracted or impaired driving? Darkness brings additional challenges to see and be seen on the road so here are some tips to help you drive safely at night.

The eyes have it. The more birthdays we have, the more important it is to get our eyes examined.

Get routine checkups and schedule additional appointments if you notice changes in your vision. All in favor say, “eye”!

A clean slate. Your vehicle’s windows, wipers, mirrors, lights, and windshield should be clean and clear before moving into drive. Keep a dry cloth in your vehicle year-round and a snow brush/ice scraper during the winter to have on hand when needed.

Lighten up. Make sure all the lights on your vehicle—headlights, brake lights, tail lights, and turn signals—are working properly. Also, use the vehicle’s lights correctly to get optimal sightlines without distracting other drivers. Headlights should be aimed at the road, not at other drivers.

Turn off high beams if another car is approaching, and don’t use fog lamps on a clear night. The dashboard lights should be visible but not distracting.

Strangers in the night. Bats aren’t the only

creatures that come out at night. There is an increased chance of encountering drowsy or impaired drivers during the evening hours. Beware of wildlife lurking near roadways and construction that may not be well lit or marked.

If you notice suspicious activity in your driving path, slow down. If you are blinded by the lights from oncoming traffic, look toward the right edge of the road and use the white line as a guide until the vehicle passes or you can see clearly again. If the lights from a vehicle traveling behind you shine too bright, reduce the glare by changing the setting on your vehicle’s rear-view mirror.

Use these tips to drive safely at night and return home for a peaceful sleep. Sweet dreams!

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THE CHANGING FACE OF TODAY'S BUYERS: HOME FUNCTIONALITY & DE-CLUTTERING

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f you are thinking of selling at any point, whether to downsize as you get older or to upsize due to a growing family, know that the face of today’s buyer is changing and your listing agent is going to have you do things to your home that might not make sense to you at the time.

One reason you hire a realtor is because a good one is on top of changing trends in the market place that you might not be aware of! It has more to do with knowing what a buyer is looking for and then making your home fulfill those needs.

Remember that a buyer is living a different life than you are. Changing your home around is not a reflection of how you live, but rather what we want the buyer to feel when they walk in, so they can picture themselves in their future home.

Today’s buyer is more tech savvy, and more likely to want work from home space, in addition to the creative crafting places for family members, too. This means including more work-from-home situations, amped-up technology integration, and collaborative spaces. We might ask you to change a playroom into an office, or move things around that you would not have done to live there, yet a buyer will need to see the space in a different light than how you live!

We might suggest that a stager or interior designer be hired, paid for by you, in order to get a higher price for your home in the long run. Most stagers cost about $50/ hour, and a few hours of their time is well worth the investment.

Sometimes, it is easier to sell a home when it is vacant. “Vacant” does not always mean vacant

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by Gina Gonzalez

of furnishings!

“According to a . . . Realtor.com article, sellers may be shooting themselves in the foot when they leave an empty, dark, or cluttered room un-staged.

Empty rooms, for example, can ‘kill a home sale, especially if the other rooms are furnished,’ says Allison Bethell of FitSmallBusiness.com.

Imperfections stand out more in an empty room, and the absence of furnishings could make it more difficult for buyers to visualize how to use the space.”

If you are planning to live in the home during the showing process, the same article states: • “The cluttered playroom is another top offender. . . If a playroom looks like a cluttered mess, buyers get the impression that the current residents aren’t clean. Sellers should erase crayon and other marks on walls, as well as wipe fingerprints off doors and windows. Also, ensure the room isn’t stuffed with toys; [if it] is too full [it] can appear smaller.”

• The “creepy basement” gives off the wrong vibe, too. De-creep a basement by staging and brightening windowless rooms.

• Remove at least two-thirds of the clothes in the closets and cabinets, as cluttered closets and cabinets turn buyers away, thinking there’s not enough storage space in a home.

If you are thinking of selling over the next year, call a good realtor to walk through and advise as to how to make your home the most appealing to buyers so you can get top value in the least amount of time!

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PEACE LEGAL'S GOALS AND VALUES

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hanks to all who came out and supported us at the open house for our new office location! It has been a pleasure getting to know more of you in person over these past few months. Since I started writing in your magazine, the content has been primarily about estate planning. With the opening of our 25th Street office and the partnership between Inter Vivos and Peace Legal, I wanted to provide more background on Peace Legal’s goals and values.

Garrett T. Smith, Attorney

Peace Legal was founded by Joe Kerry who is the New York Time’s best-selling author of Common Sense. He co-wrote the book with Glen Beck during his time as Beck’s producer, over the course of a decade. Joe has deep ties to Utah, serving on several boards throughout the state.

Under Joe’s management, the firm has expanded to five locations with multiple attorneys focusing in the areas of business, family, immigration, bankruptcy, and criminal law.

Peace Legal is turning the legal profession on its head. Peace Legal offers a flat fee billing option on cases that traditionally have been billed hourly. Most attorneys will ask for a large retainer and then bill against it at their hourly rate. As the retainer is depleted, the attorney asks you to replenish it or they drop you as a client. This is like writing a blank check! Peace Legal’s flat fee billing option gives you peace of mind and certainty about what your case will cost. Our clients also have 24/7 access to their case via our secure online platform so they can

always see what is happening with their case.

As an attorney with Peace Legal, I focus on helping businesses limit liability and avoid litigious situations. The cost of reviewing a contract or employment agreement is worth the cost avoidance of facing subsequent liability. I recently helped a client who was facing a six-figure lawsuit because of an ambiguously written independent contractor agreement. Unfortunately, I was not hired on the case until my client had already received a demand letter from the opposing attorney and had been served with a lawsuit.

It was a stressful and time-consuming process for my client to experience the deadlines and costs of litigation while I worked to find the legal solution. After reviewing the case details, statutes, and case law, it became clear that the law was not on my client’s side, even though my client had acted reasonably. What was the problem? A simple paragraph. Because of a few poorly written sentences, my client was facing an expensive lawsuit that potentially could have led to extreme hardship or business failure. I worked with the opposing attorney on a settlement that satisfied the opposing client and saved my client tens of thousands of dollars.

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Valley Glass, Sonny Thompson and Shorty's Lane

BY ADRIENNE REES

The Thompson's enthusiastic history

dad frequently throwing his shovel or his pitchfork when a car would drive by. The street was officially changed during a Pleasant View City Council Meeting last year. Sonny’s fond memories of his dad and the heritage he left will always be cherished.

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he Thompson Ranch sits at the bottom of 600 West, near 2700 North.

Years ago, the lane heading north up to Pleasant View City Building was just dirt. During Shorty Thompson’s daily walks all the way up this dirt lane to pick up his mail and paper, he liked to make wild gestures like throwing his hat up in the air or flipping the birdy to people who passed by. It didn’t matter if you were the bishop or the mayor, he liked to make you laugh.

600 West in today’s Pleasant View was commonly known as “Shorty’s Lane” long before the city ever changed the name of the street in honor of Shorty Thompson. Friends, busses of school children, and other locals often went out of their way to drive past “Shorty’s Lane” to see the next crazy thing Shorty would do in front of the crowd.

His son, Sonny, remembers his

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For 62 years, Sonny Thompson of Pleasant View worked side-by-side with his dad and local funny man on the ranch running cattle and cutting hay. Still today, Sonny keeps the memory of his late father alive by helping run Shorty’s land and Thompson Ranch. He, along with his mother, Joan “Jo”, reminisce about the good times they had together with Shorty.

They hosted rodeos and bucking contests and worked to help all the youth in the area learn to ride. Jo, Shorty’s wife, smiles widely as she talks about Shorty’s kindness with the kids who came to be a part of Shorty’s extended family.

Jo would set the kids up with fresh grilled hamburgers and drinks while Shorty taught the kids how to rope and ride.

Jo remembers the fond times with the kids that would frequent her Ranch.

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Shorty would not put up with any reckless behavior. There was no smoking, drinking, or fighting to be had at the Ranch. Shorty and Jo hoped to teach the youth manners and respect.

Once, Jo heard a woman screaming in the field just north of her home. She grabbed her shot gun and headed up toward the field.

The man took one look at her as she loaded her gun and ran off quicker than a wink.

Jo then got the woman help immediately. For her unselfish service, she was awarded the North View Fire badge, as well as the Pleasant View police badge with her name and the title of “Mrs. Pleasant View” inscribed on it.

The legacy of Shorty and Jo Thompson lives on through their children and grandchildren. For instance, Sonny Thompson, their son, exemplifies the humor,

Shorty Thompson on his ranch

As warm and welcoming as he is, Sonny invited us out to see the land where the Ranch sits. We were able to take a few pictures and to meet the influential mentors to Sonny. Cal Grant who owns Grant’s Bulls, and Jerry Naylor, chatted with Sonny as if they were brothers.

It was clear that these three friends formed a bond that can only be forged over the period of many, many years. Cal has taught him so much about running a ranch and has helped him breed his cattle for many years. And Jerry has been there every step of the way with his growth as the head salesman for Valley Glass.

So, next time you drive up “Shorty’s Lane,” notice the open cattle land and far-reaching alfalfa fields.

You may even see Sonny’s white Valley Glass truck or his dear mother, Jo, walking into her lovely home. Then, see if you can picture a crazy cowboy throwing a pitchfork wildly in the air, and just try not to smile.

Once you have met Sonny, you are a forever friend. He also seems to know just about everyone and everyone knows him. He has become an area icon just as his father was. kindness, respect, and work ethic that his parents taught.

Throughout his life, those who know him would say that Sonny is a great father, outstanding cattleman, and a knowledgeable glass man.

In his teenage years, his work ethic stood out. Those who stopped in would find that he had helped to maintain quite the establishment. Two individuals in particular, Cal Grant (pictured) and Jerry Naylor (pictured), became influential mentors and great friends to him. For instance, Jerry Naylor, who frequently transported glass into Pleasant View and North Ogden, noticed Sonny’s skill and personable demeanor. Jerry decided to offer him a job at his glass shop, Valley Glass. Sonny accepted and has now been at Valley Glass 47 years.

Sonny started as a glass installer for Valley Glass, but today focuses mostly on sales, which is a perfect role for such a people person. He loves his customers and often shows up on location when their windows or glass are being installed, just to make sure everything goes alright.

Once you have met Sonny, you are a forever friend. He also seems to know just about everyone and everyone knows him.

He has become an area icon just as his father was. With the family owning and renting out multiple areas of land strictly for raising and grazing cattle on, residents both old and young are also grateful for these open, beautiful spaces.

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THE BEST SOFT CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES

By Melissa Spelts Thanks to Mr. Harris (from NOJH) for asking for more cookie recipes. We will keep them coming. I found this recipe on pinchofyum.com and it’s become a new favorite in our house. These cookies come out very soft and thick. If this is a combination that you like, try this recipe.

Preheat oven to 350. Bake 9-11 minutes.

8 tbsp. of salted butter (softened) ½ c. white sugar ¼ c. light brown sugar 1 tsp. vanilla 1 egg 1 ½ c. all purpose flour (add more flour if the dough isn’t crumbly) ½ tsp. baking soda ¼ tsp. salt (but I always add a little extra) ¾ c. chocolate chips Beat together the butter and sugar until creamy. Add the vanilla and egg and beat on low speed until just incorporated,10-15 seconds or so (If you beat the eggs for too long the cookies will be stiff). Add flour, baking soda and salt. Mix until crumbles form. Use your hands to press the crumbles together into a dough. It should form one large ball that is easy to handle.

At this point add chocolate chips. I dumped mine into my mixer or you can use your hands to turn them in.

Make into to balls and cook until golden brown. Do not over-bake.

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EASY BAKED ZITI

By Melissa Spelts This recipe makes me think of Ryan’s mom. I first had baked ziti at her house. She’s the best cook ever. I’m always excited when this is on the menu at her house. It’s a very simple meal to make. Perfect for busy spring nights when your days are full of running.

1 lb. ground beef 1 32 oz. jar of your favorite spaghetti sauce 1 16 oz. jar Alfredo sauce 1 lb. noodles (if you plan ahead grab ziti noodles or use what you have. My mother in law has used spaghetti noodles and it was yummy). ½ yellow onion diced 2 c. shredded mozzarella cheese Preheat oven 350.

Spray 9x13 baking dish with nonstick spray.

Pre-cook noodles. Brown ground beef with onion Combine browned beef with spaghetti sauce (warm) When pasta is cooked, drain excess water. You want pasta as dry as possible. Combine cooked pasta with Alfredo sauce. Pour pasta mixture into bottom of 9x13 dish.

Cover pasta with spaghetti sauce mixture Sprinkle top with mozzarella cheese Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes (spray inside of the foil with nonstick spray so the cheese won’t stick to it).

Remove foil and bake for another 15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Let it rest for about 5 minutes after taking out of oven.

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