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By Melissa Fears photos by sharon shipley After struggling for years with asthma, Sandy Thomas decided to take action.

Through research and personal experimentation, she discovered that most of her health problems were linked to food and lifestyle choices. By taking better care of herself and making relatively simple changes to her diet, she was able to heal herself and be done with medication for good.

Earlier this year, Thomas opened Zen Choice, a health coaching business. She works with individuals who are curious about learning better or new lifestyle choices. Zen is defined as “mindfully dwelling in the present; enlightenment through development of intuition.” Zen Choice operates out of the One Body One Soul Wellbeing Studio at 603 Sixth St. After being involved in a bakery and ice cream parlor, Thomas became increasingly curious about healthier living and eating. She decided she needed to get away from a business centered on sugar, so she switched careers in 2009 and is now an American Association of Drugless Practitioners certified health coach and natural foods chef.

She and her family — husband, Jonathan, and their children, 12-year-old Kate, 10-year-old Alex and 7-year-old Max — moved to Columbus from Philadelphia three years ago.

“We wanted to live a more conscious life,” says Thomas. “We lived in an urban environment before and felt like we were on the proverbial treadmill of life. That’s how we came to choose Columbus.”

Being mindful and realizing that each decision that is made has a big effect on our bodies is important, Thomas says.

“Many of us put other people’s needs before our own,” she says. “Believe you are worth it. My approach is a holistic approach, which takes into consideration not only the body, but the mind and spirit as well.”

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people’s needs before our own. Believe you are worth it. My approach is a holistic approach, which takes into consideration not only the body, but the mind and spirit as well.”

— Sandy Thomas

Thomas’ journey began only a few short years ago, and she has made big strides since then.

“Five years ago, when I started a journey of recovering my health. I realized that I had been on asthma medicine for most of my life — over 30 years,” she says. “Through my diet and lifestyle changes I was able to get off all my asthma medicine and haven’t been on any in three years.”

Thomas doesn’t view medicine as inherently bad, she says. In fact, medicine saved her life many times. She hopes to give people a form of empowerment where they can make choices, and medicine is just one of those choices.

“Eliminating stress, treating our bodies with more kindness and making our food from scratch or at least making better choices can really have a huge impact on our health,” says Thomas. “I think a lot of people feel that we have to accept that as we age sickness and disease are inherent.”

Meditation and prayer are a regular part of Thomas’ life and are part of her six-month, 12-session program; however, she offers different suggestions for clients to consider as well.

Food choices, exercise, family and work can have an impact on daily life.

“I think being continually curious and exploring is a secret to the fountain of youth,” says Thomas. “I try to work that in to my lifestyle approach. As we slow down and eat more cleanly, we heighten our intuition and our connection to our inner spirit. They go hand in hand. I think it’s how we are designed as human beings.”

A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, the Strengthening Health Institute in Philadelphia and the Institute for Integrative Nutrition in New York City, Thomas has studied all the major dietary theories and helps clients discover what approach works best for their body type and situation. She has additional training in macrobiotics, loosely based on Japanese tradition and centered on vegetables, whole grains, beans and fish.

Her greatest joy comes from supporting and encouraging clients to achieve their goals and celebrate their successes.

Friend and client Tiffany Davis has known Thomas since she started her formal schooling in health coaching.

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t the same time, I had received a poor physical and was put on some prescription drugs that were causing me lots of uncomfortable, normal side effects,” Davis said.

“After some time on the medication and checkups, it was apparent the medicine wasn’t working. With other issues going on in my personal life and the shared views regarding prescription drugs and herbal alternatives, I reached out to Sandy to get guidance and direction.

“I am grateful to Sandy for helping me through a very difficult struggle in my life and giving me the tools to achieve a healthier lifestyle.”

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Thomas guides clients through a journey of self-discovery and transformation to uncover the healthy person living within.

“I am somewhere between a trainer at the gym and a therapist,” says Thomas.

“Like the trainer at the gym, I am going to be your champion and motivator to guide you to your goals, but like a therapist the sessions are very individual.”

She brings a systematic approach to every client she works with. While most dietitians dwell on calories, carbohydrates, fats, proteins and restrictions, Thomas works with her clients in a way that can be flexible, fun and free of denial and discipline.

“No one diet works for everyone. We add new foods in gradually,” she says.

“Even if we only made one new change each session, at the end of the six months they have made 12 new habits they could sustain. That is a pretty big change.”

Introducing new foods, such as butternut squash, is a good start. Squash is in season locally in the winter and is known as a “superfood,” something proven to be a powerhouse of nutrients and to have anti-inflammatory effects.

Thomas knows she has to live the lifestyle if she is promoting it.

“I don’t give out any advice I don’t take myself,” she says. “I walk the talk. While I was going through my school programs, I not only spent those years learning and growing intellectually, I really took on the lifestyle changes. I changed the way I eat, more whole grains, less meat, more vegetables. Those are things that will work for everybody. There is a common denominator in many programs.”

Not always multitasking and taking time to slow down can be steps in the right direction she says. “I help clients recognize the signals the body is giving.

We don’t always know how to recognize what our body is telling and what that information means to us.”

Her children are normal kids, Thomas says, and they moan and groan about eating their vegetables.

“The approach that we take with our kids is that there aren’t many foods that

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are off-limits,” she says. “We encourage them to check in with their bodies and how it makes them feel. It helps them make better choices. If one has a dairy allergy and he really wants a smoothie or ice cream, we let him have it from time to time, but we also recognize how they made him feel.”

The same goes for her clients.

“I think that change forced on someone will never work long term,” says Thomas. “It has to be their decision.”

“Sandy has been wonderful at coach-

ing and leading me in a more positive direction, mentally and physically,” said Davis. “She is very encouraging, very positive and never makes me feel like I have disappointed her or made poor choices if I didn’t follow her advice or fell back into old habits. During and after each session, she makes it a point to identify achievements, no matter how small.

“Sandy allowed me the grace and patience to work things into my lifestyle at my own pace. She was gentle, never pressuring me to make changes. She

never nagged or caused me to feel guilty if I didn’t try something right away.”

The start of her business in February was just the beginning for Thomas, and she looks forward to the next chapters in not only her journey, but the journeys of her clients as well.

Sandy Thomas can be reached at 350-7050 or at zenchoice.com.

“I don’t give out any advice I don’t take myself. I walk the talk.”

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By Melissa Fears This winter, fashion is all about being bold.

Dramatic accessories and new trends in denim are defining the season’s style.

It is possible for every fashion-conscious woman to find something to her taste. There are sexy slim-fit trousers, chic equestrian-inspired designs and comfortable knitted sweaters.

All these trends are interesting, and you can experiment with them in the most daring manner if you want to stand out or wear them wisely to look stylish but not too risqué. To get you ready for winter fashion, we break down the most popular trends and tell you how to pull them off.

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Leather Leather is always in fashion, but it usually gets trendier with colder seasons approaching. Many designers have created a lot of leather garments, but they focused on coats and skirts. Different types of leather in different colors can be worn to create the most amazing and chic looks.

“For the perfect mix of edgy and feminine, try the hottest fabric of the winter – leather,” Donna Christian, general manager of Edinburgh Premium Outlets, says.

“If you’re feeling bold and adventurous, pair a leather skirt with a feminine blouse to create the perfect look for a night out. If you’re not quite ready to be that bold, start small with a leather jacket or vest.”

The knee-length pencil skirt and the classic biker jacket are key wardrobe staples.

Leather is also set to make an appearance as detailing, either on pockets, collars, lapels or sleeves, and as accessories.

Animal print and faux fur accents The best way to spice up your wardrobe this winter is to add a touch of animal print or faux fur.

“One of the easiest ways to do this is with accessories,” Christian says. “Try adding a fur vest or animal print belt to change up a plain outfit.”

“Faux furs this season feel like fur, have comfortable price points and colors,” says Lynne Hyatt, owner of Lockett’s Ladies Shop. And they’re friendly to the conscience.

Denim Lately we’ve seen a lot of skinny jeans, but this winter trouser-cut denim has emerged as a clear favorite. Because they fall in a straight line from hip to toe, they give your legs a longer, leaner look.

“Colored denim is another trend that isn’t going away any time soon,” Christian says. “As we move into winter we are seeing darker and deeper colors, like burgundy and forest green.”

“Navy is coming back this winter and even more in spring,” Hyatt says. “Oranges, fuchsias and royal blues and all the jewel tones are popular and are almost universal.”

Boots/Booties Boots are always a winter staple, and this season we are seeing clever variations of classic styles.

Booties are the perfect winter alternative to pumps, and the key is in the detailing. Look for metal accents or even fringe detailing.

“You can never go wrong with tall leather boots,” Christian says. “Pair them with skinny jeans and a sweater for a casual and sophisticated look or dress them up by pairing them with a skirt or dress.”

“The skinny pant fits perfectly with the military or riding look trend,” Hyatt says. “I think the short bootie is very popular and easier to live in all day, but both look great with the tunic and legging look.”

Peplum Peplums had been popular all summer and will continue to be throughout the winter and spring fashion season. New peplums are darker and classier. Cocktail dresses, jackets and skirts are where this flared bodice style is being seen most.

“This trend has been dominating runways and is a must-have for every woman’s closet as it helps define the waist,” says Christian. “Make sure whatever you wear below the pouf is streamlined.”

Consider pairing it with sleek trousers or a pencil skirt for the office or change your outerwear wardrobe by adding a peplum jacket to your closet.

Military Coats and jackets with epaulettes and statement brass buttons are another winter trend to watch for.

“You’ll be wearing jackets more than anything else this winter, so you want something that flatters your figure, not hides it,” Christian says. “Look for something tailored and structured, like a military-inspired jacket.”

Equestrian fashion This trend has been around awhile now, and it shows no sign of letting up.

Pocket detailing, riding boots and plaid jackets with elbow patches are still going strong through 2012 into 2013. ”Riding attire is basically wearing a legging, and it can be appropriate for all of us if you wear a long enough tunic,” says Hyatt. “This is the strongest silhouette for fall.”

Color-blocking This season, use geometric prints and color-blocking to your advantage.

This trend was huge last season, but this winter, it continues with darker and richer colors.

“The easiest way to pull off this trend is to pair two colors with one neutral,” Christian says. “This winter try pairing brown or navy with beige or black, and green with gray.”

“Color-blocking has taken on a different approach, where it’s not always a top with four colors on it, rather a solid top and bottom and an accessory,” Hyatt says. “All the colors are striking and strong, and there’s a lot of ways to be creative.”

With some trends sticking around from season to season, and new ones making an entrance, it’s easy to incorporate new items into your existing wardrobe.

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Out of the dark

Depression has shadowed Megan Spauldin’s life, but solid foundation helps with her recovery

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By Crystal Henry photos by carla clark Megan Spauldin had a great job in Chicago. The bubbly woman was the life of the party, had great friends and an amazing family. On paper her life was wonderful, but all she wanted to do was end it.

Depression crept in and enveloped her, and she plummeted into the darkness.

It started after a routine visit home to Iowa to see her family. She returned to Chicago feeling homesick and in a funk, but expected the fog to lift after a few days back at work and with friends. But this time the cloud lingered.

What started with one day off work turned into a week, and soon she wasn’t even able to get out of bed. Her life stopped.

She didn’t shower or even leave the house.

She had plunged into such a dark place that daily tasks were painful, and the guilt from lying about her situation dragged her deeper into her depression.

“I didn’t want people worrying about me,” she said.

The lifetime risk for depression varies from 10 percent to 15 percent for women, said Bettye Pate, clinical psychologist at Centerstone in Columbus. And she said depression is twice as common in adolescent and adult females as it is in males.

However, oftentimes it goes undiagnosed or untreated until it’s too late.

During the darkest period in her life, as much as her thoughts drifted to suicide, Spauldin couldn’t put her mother through the pain again. When she was 3 years old, her maternal grandfather shot himself in the head one night without leaving a note or any indication as to why he ended his life. She vowed not to put her mother through that pain.

“In a way, my grandpa’s suicide saved my life by way of my mother’s love,” Spauldin wrote in an essay.

After three months of lying to her family, she finally admitted to them what was happening. She started an antidepressant and things began to look up. Her parents came for a visit and convinced her to come

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home to Iowa for a bit to regroup. Spauldin decided to leave her city life to lean on the support of her family.

She bought a condo about 45 minutes away from her childhood home, and her sister moved in with her. She found a decent job that was less stressful and paid the bills, but she was still sad and thoughts of suicide resurfaced. She started to miss work again, and one night after dinner and a few drinks with a friend, Spauldin finally verbalized the suicidal thoughts, and her parents rushed her to the emergency room.

After more weeks of switching therapies and medications, she found a system that seemed to work and decided it was time for a big change.

She quit her job to travel overseas for three months and planned to return to Chicago afterward for work. The adventure revitalized her. She felt like her old self again and was happy to have a purpose and goals. She regained her independence as she plotted travel routes and explored new places.

She felt so good she decided to wean herself off her medications, and it seemed to go well. But soon she began to struggle and her attendance at her temporary job suffered once again.

New plan She abandoned the idea of Chicago and instead found a job in Columbus. She moved to Indiana to start her new job in May, but without medication, the stress of moving, buying a home and starting over triggered another depressive episode. This time she recognized the warning signs and started seeing a therapist. But her attendance at work became an issue once again.

She started antidepressants, but since it would take weeks for them to begin working, she sank deeper into depression. One day in late July she called her co-workers and told them she wanted to end her life.

The police arrived at her house within minutes.

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She thought she’d lose her job, but they told her to take a few weeks off to get better, and she seized the opportunity.

She switched medication, enrolled in group therapy, tried acupuncture and went to see a hypnotherapist in Indianapolis. She decided she wasn’t going to give up her new home, her great career and her passions. It was time to get better.

She opened up in group therapy and started journaling. She realized how she’d been plagued by a negative script that began each morning and made staying in bed seem like the only option. “’You should just stay in bed. You’re going to have a horrible day,’ I thought when my alarm went off,” Spauldin said.

But she learned to write “I will” statements and began to open up to anyone who would listen about what she was feeling and what she went through.

She wrote a personal mission statement and began a new therapy that helped her realize the source of Megan Spauldin with her sister’s dog, Harley. her depression.

The old Megan was back and with a whole new arsenal of tools to combat the darkness that had enveloped her for so long. She realized that it would take a combination of doctors, medication, therapists and other outlets to overcome her depression, but she had a new hope that she could do it.

She finally opened up to her friends and family about everything she’d gone through so that they could help her by checking in on her and supporting her.

She now wants to be able to help others who might be going through similar depressive episodes, so she’s open and hon- Spauldin has taken up scrapbooking as part est about her journey. She said she’d like to get into public of her recovery process. speaking and mentoring others suffering from depression.

“People say, ‘Oh my gosh. I can’t believe you told me that.

“I love to experience new cultures and try new things,” she I’ve been going through that myself. Or my daughter’s going said. through that,’” Spauldin said.

She likes watching the Travel Channel and saying, “Oh, I’ve She encourages people to develop their own mission state- been there.” She enjoys planning and problem solving, and ments. Hers helps her focus on her passions and helping oth- traveling helps her have a goal to look forward to in the fuers instead of that negative script. She finds that by advocat- ture. ing and opening up it helps to spread awareness and enables She enjoys scrapbooking to document her journeys. others to feel less alone.

“To maintain control I do mental ‘gut checks’ with myself,” “Depression isn’t something you can help, but it’s something you get help for,” Spauldin said. She maintains it’s no she said. “Where’s my head at? What am I thinking right different than having diabetes or high cholesterol. People now?” shouldn’t be ashamed to get help from a doctor.

When her thoughts tend to be negative, it may be time to “It’s a very personal journey to find out what works best for get some help. Spauldin said depression seems like it’s a kind of cloud that envelops you, but many times it’s crept in long you. But it’s important you go on that journey,” she said. before you realize things are bad.

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a corner.” Megan recently had a housewarming party, and she was again the life of the party.

“She was like the old Megan,” Jane said.

The two talk on the phone daily, and her mother insists on honesty.

“I told her since this all came out, ‘I don’t want you hiding it anymore,’” Jane said.

Pate said it is important for friends and family members to be present in the life of someone going through depression. Let them know you love and care about them and urge them to seek professional help by reminding them that getting help is not a sign of weakness.

Spauldin said she feels that part of her struggle will be lifelong, but she’s prepared to constantly try new things to keep from slipping back down into despair.

She describes life as made up of bricks, cornerstones and foundations: A brick is something that happens to you like abuse or the suicide of a loved one.

“Those are part of your life, but they aren’t the foundation,” Spauldin said. “A foundation is built out of personal attributes like being funny, or smart, or a good wife or employee. Friends, family members and loved ones are all cornerstones in life and are instrumental in my recovery from depression.”

What is depression?

Depression is more than a day of feeling low. It is a longlasting, often recurring illness as real and disabling as heart disease or arthritis.

Symptoms If you have exhibited four or more of the following symptoms for more than two weeks consider professional help: • Sleeping too much or too little.

• Eating too much or too little.

• Inability to function at work or school.

• Headaches, digestive disorders, nausea, pain with no medical basis.

• Tearfulness, excessive crying.

• Thoughts of death or suicide.

• Lack of energy, constant fatigue.

• Slowed thinking.

• Loss of interest in daily activities.

• Loss of sex drive.

• Persistent feelings of sadness, anxiety, hopelessness.

• Restlessness, agitation, irritability.

• Feelings of inappropriate worthlessness.

• Withdrawal.

Depression affects about 10 percent of the U.S. population (more than 17.6 million people) every year. One in four women and one in 10 men will experience a depressive episode in their lifetime.

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By Ian McGriff photos by Carla clark “Why” is as important as “how.” In fact, it’s more important. Why you are doing something impacts how you do something — not in the physical manner, but in the effort you put forth.

This is something that has become clearer to me as I strive to help my team and my clients. If they don’t know why they want the things they do, there is no passion, no motivation to move forward and achieve the desired outcome. As the Strong, Healthy, Empowered contest has progressed, we have challenged our contestants to look more at why they are participating in this challenge.

I have people tell me all the time (and I’m guilty of it as well,) how much they would like to “do this” and “have that.” Well, the fact is that no matter how much you say you want it, if you don’t know the reason why you want it, you can bet it won’t happen.

About three weeks into the challenge we asked the 12 contestants to send us a “Why This Is Important to Me” statement. Every single woman, without exception, answered that this challenge was about more than just a number. It was about honoring parents, being an example for daughters, living a lifestyle, challenging themselves to become better, discovering untapped potential or believing that they were capable of great things if they didn’t get in their own way.

This question of “why ask why?” is well-explained in a book I recently read. “Start with Why” discusses stories of people and companies who strived toward a goal with a developed “why” — a reason to achieve success that was beyond the physical, beyond the money. The author, Simon Sinek, compares Apple to Microsoft, Martin Luther King to other civil rights leaders, etc. Sinek figured out that it wasn’t the “how” that mattered, even though that’s what the lesser businesses believe separates them from others. It’s the “why.” If you define your purpose and your reason for what you strive for, then you are ahead of the game.

This can easily be applied to the goal of living a healthy lifestyle, exercising more and losing weight.

If you’re brave enough to ask yourself the real reason for your desire to lose weight, you’ll honor the fact that you want to feel better about who you are (if that’s your “why”).Then you can better define your success by how you feel, not by how you look.

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With pride we can say that the Strong, Healthy, Empowered contestants get it. They understand their personal “whys,” that there are reasons more significant than weight loss or pant size. It’s a feeling of knowing that this reason is embedded deep inside you and won’t allow anything but success.

We also asked the women to send us a list of five things they’ve noticed that have already changed about themselves so far in the contest. Here are some of their responses:

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1. I’m usually in a better mood, especially at home with my husband and son in the evenings.

2. I feel stronger (and have muscles!) and healthier.

3. My clothes fit better. My co-workers point this out to me more than I actually notice it.

4. I want to eat healthier, even when I give myself permission to be a little (or a lot) lax.

5. Water isn’t quite as gross to me as it used to be.

— Ginger Jordan

And another….

1. I don’t have the desire to always satisfy my indulgences.

2. I allowed pictures to be taken of myself and felt joy when seeing them.

3. I feel stronger.

4. I am not completely neglecting myself. I now will fight for the time I need to be healthy.

5. I don’t hate myself.

— Joanna Shinn

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And one more….

1. I sleep much better than I used to.

2. I don’t grit my teeth anymore when I stress out.

3. I have a lot more energy!

4. I have much more strength in my arms and legs.

5. I have made smarter choices in my meals and snacks.

— Kim Rayburn

Their journey continues, but the contestants of Strong, Healthy, Empowered continue to be an inspiration to each other and to the Tipton Lakes Athletic Club staff. So dig a little deeper next time you say, “I want to do that.” Get to the “why” and you’ll discover you have a new energy and passion for achieving your objective than in the past.

Ian McGriff is the fitness director at Tipton Lakes Athletic Club and lead trainer in the Strong, Healthy, Empowered challenge.

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By Kelsey DeClue Despite a cold, rainy night, hundreds of women turned out for this year’s Pink Pamper Party. Attendees decked out in every shade of pink possible visited more than 30 vendor booths with food, beauty products, jewelry and health care products. Each year the Pamper Party marks the end of a month-long focus on breast cancer awareness, however it also serves as a great opportunity for women to enjoy a night out with friends. This year’s event included a fashion show featuring three local retailers — Red Lips Spatique, Edinburgh Premium Outlets and Lockett’s Ladies Shop. Here’s a look at the evening’s festivities.

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1. Deana Tuell, from left, and Tammy Creech, nurse navigators for the Breast Health Center of Columbus Regional Hospital, talk to Denise Bricker.

2. Sonia DiOrio models for Lockett’s Ladies Shop.

3. From left, Joy Miller and Jennifer McNeeley of Metabolic Research Center give information about the program to Marilyn Kelley and her daughter, Cristy Fields.

4. Women enjoy a dance on stage.

5. Don and Jean Kingen of Dancin’ DJs provide a demonstration.

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Stylishtwist Salons offer braid bars for new look in 30 minutes

By Caryn Rousseau Associated Press CHICAGO — A staple of the stylish gradeschool set, braids have moved from the playground to the red carpet and now, local salons.

Salons from Los Angeles to New York and cities in between are weaving “braid bars” into their services, offering special menus of different braid styles for a fixed price.

Danielle Maddox, 25, a Chicago personal trainer, made an appointment at the Braid Bar at Maxine salon for a look to transition from work to a date night with her boyfriend. Stylist Cliff Freeman, who incorporates techniques from crochet and knitting classes into braids, twisted Maddox’s hair into three French braids for a polished, finished look.

“It’s nice to have a cute, low-maintenance style I can have for a couple days,” Maddox said. “I can sleep on it.”

Owner Maxine Kroll started offering the service after clients kept asking for braids. She transformed the retail area inside the salon’s front door with a sleek white table and silver sign for her “bar.”

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Actress Jennifer Lawrence helped popularize braids in “The Hunger Games.”

Small containers on the table are filled with bobby pins, hair clips and rubber bands and sit next to hair spray and combs. A menu offers cord braids, French braids, waterfall braids and herringbone or fishtail braids.

Each service is $30, and clients are out of the chair in 30 minutes or less. The goal is to make a braid a fashion accessory, like a woman’s shoes or purse, Kroll said.

“We can’t escape it,” she said. “It’s in fashion. It’s in Hollywood. It’s in every magazine.

There’s going to be a braid in everything we look at for a while.”

Perhaps the most influential trendsetter, however, is the fictional heroine of “The Hunger Games,” Katniss Everdeen, played by Jennifer Lawrence, who wears her hair in an intricate side braid throughout the film that was a huge springtime hit.

About a half-dozen stylists do between 40 and 50 braids a week at John Barrett Salon in New York. The salon opened its braid bar in June 2011 and offers a menu with nine braids.

At first stylists at John Barrett thought the braid was just a fleeting trend or easy summer style, but then it continued to grow, salon spokeswoman Jenna Goldate said.

“Now we’re really seeing it everywhere,” she said. “Everybody started to wear braids in more modern and different ways. It’s not your traditional braid. It’s a modern take on it.”

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By Daniel Neman Toledo Blade photos by scripps howard news service

It was a bad year for a lot of crops. The drought knocked out much of the corn and clobbered the berries. But local apples fared better against the lack of water.

The good news is that although the number of apples is smaller, the apples themselves are larger than usual. That’s how nature works: With fewer apples on the tree, the trees can devote all of their energy to growing the apples they have. And the

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drought helped concentrate the sugar levels, making them sweeter than usual, too.

In other words, it’s time to do some baking. The all-American thing to do with apples, of course, is to put them into an All-American Apple Pie. And making it is as easy as, well, you know. Apple Poundcake and Chopped Apple Bread round out the baking, and a recipe for a dessert risotto makes an intriguing change.

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CHOPPED APPLE BREAD 6½-7 cups flour, divided 2 packages dry yeast 1 tablespoon salt ½ cup dry milk 2½ cups hot water (120-130 degrees) 3 tablespoons shortening 2 cups apples, chopped into ¾-inch cubes In a mixing bowl, combine 3 cups flour with the yeast, salt and dry milk. Pour in the hot water and stir in the shortening. Beat for 2 minutes with an electric mixer on medium speed.

Add additional flour, ½ cup at a time, to make a dough that can be lifted from the bowl and placed on the work surface.

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 10 minutes. Place it in a greased bowl, cover tightly with plastic wrap and set aside to double in volume, about 1 hour.

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

Punch dough down. Place on a floured work surface. Roll and press the dough into an 18inch square, about ½-inch thick. Let the dough rest for a few moments.

Spread the chopped apples uniformly over the surface of the dough. Pour the beaten eggs over the apples. Add the nuts. Sprinkle on the sugar and cinnamon. Fold the dough into a package, bringing the corners into the center. This will

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2 eggs, lightly beaten ½ cup walnuts or pecans, chopped into peasize pieces ½ cup brown sugar 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon Grease 2 medium loaf pans (nonstick spray is fine). Set aside. be the last time there will be a semblance of order in preparing the bread.

Using a dough scraper or large knife, chop the dough with random blows into pieces about 1 inch in size. Uniformity is of no great consequence. When the apple dough has been well chopped, toss or scoop the pieces into the prepared loaf pans, two-thirds full.

Cover the pans with wax paper and put aside to rise slightly above the edge, about 40 minutes.

Bake about 45 minutes or until a rich golden brown. Test for doneness with a cake tester or long toothpick. If it comes out clean and dry, the bread is done.

Turn out onto a wire rack to cool. The bread is fragile while hot.

Yield: 2 loaves — “The New Complete Book of Breads,” by Bernard Clayton Jr.

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AMERICAN APPLE PIE Crust: 1¾ cups all-purpose flour, sifted, plus flour for dusting 1½ tablespoons sugar ¾ teaspoon salt 1½ sticks butter, cut into small pieces 3 tablespoons vodka from freezer (see cook’s note) 3 tablespoons ice water Pie filling: 4 medium Granny Smith apples 4 medium Gala apples 2½ ounces sugar, plus more for sprinkling 1½ ounces light brown sugar ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon cinnamon, plus more for sprinkling 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon lemon juice ½ teaspoon lemon zest 1 egg white

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Cook’s note: If you don’t want to use vodka, substitute 3 more tablespoons of ice water.

For the crust: Place flour, sugar and salt in a food processor. Pulse quickly. Add cut butter, process until mixture comes together in uneven clumps, about 15 seconds.

Scrape down bowl and put mixture into a medium size bowl. Sprinkle water and vodka over the dough.

With a spatula, work dough in a folding motion just until combined (if it is too dry, add 1 teaspoon of ice water). Flatten out dough and wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 45 minutes. When ready to use, divide dough in half and roll out 2 discs large enough to fit a 9-inch pie plate.

Place one disc in the pie plate; reserve the other to place on top over the filling.

Preheat oven to 360 degrees.

For the filling: Peel and cut apples; set aside. Mix the sugar, brown sugar, salt, cinnamon and cornstarch, and toss with the apples. In a large pan, melt the butter over medium heat, add the apples, lemon juice and lemon zest. Cover and cook until the apples start to become tender, about 10 minutes. Do not overcook. Allow the apples to cool.

Place apples into prepared pie plate. Cover with top piece of dough. Brush surface of dough with egg white and sprinkle with a little bit of cinnamon mixed with sugar (1-1/8 teaspoons sugar to 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon is a good ratio).

Bake 45 to 60 minutes, or until dough is completely baked and golden brown. Cool 1 hour on a cooling rack.

Yield: 1 9-inch pie — Adapted from Americraft Cookware

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MULLED CIDER AND RUM RISOTTO

APPLE POUNDCAKE 2 cups plus 3 tablespoons sugar, divided 1 cup oil (not olive oil) 4 eggs ¼ cup orange juice 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 3 cups flour 1 tablespoon baking powder ½ rounded teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 2 cups chopped apples Preheat oven to 325 degrees.

Mix 2 cups sugar and oil in an electric mixer. Add eggs, orange juice and vanilla extract until well blended. Sift together flour, baking powder and salt, and add to sugar mixture. In a small bowl, mix together remaining 3 tablespoons sugar and cinnamon, and stir into the apples.

In a buttered and floured Bundt pan, pour in half of the batter. Sprinkle in the apples and gently add the rest of the batter. Bake for 1 hour or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean. Cool on a rack completely before removing from pan.

Yield: 8-12 servings — Jimmy Sneed

8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, divided 2 small Fuji apples, peeled, cored and cut into ¼-inch dice 2½ tablespoons granulated sugar 1 tablespoon rum 1½ tablespoons vanilla extract 5 cups unsweetened apple juice or cider 1 slice orange 1 cinnamon stick 2 cardamom pods or 1/3 teaspoon ground cardamom 1½ cups Arborio rice Whipped cream ¼ cup almonds or walnuts, coarsely chopped Melt 4 tablespoons of the butter (½ stick) in a large, heavy nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the apples and sugar and cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples are just tender, 6 to 7 minutes. Pour the rum in at the edge of the skillet. Heat briefly, then ignite it carefully using a long match. Shake the skillet until the flame goes out. Stir in the vanilla. Set aside.

Bring the apple juice, orange slice, cinnamon and cardamom to a simmer in a medium saucepan. Melt the remaining 4 tablespoons butter in a large, heavy nonstick saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the rice to the melted butter and stir for 2 minutes, or until the rice starts to become translucent.

Pour in about ¾ cup of the spiced apple juice, raise the heat and bring it to a boil, stirring. Lower the heat to a point where the liquid is simmering gently. Stir continually until the liquid is completely absorbed. Stir in the cooked apple mixture and an additional ½ cup spiced apple juice. Stir until the liquid is absorbed.

Continue adding the spiced apple juice ½ cup at a time at first, then ¼ cup at a time toward the end of cooking, stirring until each addition is absorbed. Cook, adjusting the heat as necessary so the liquid always simmers gently, until the rice is tender but not mushy, 20 to 25 minutes total.

You may not end up using all the liquid.

To serve, spoon the warm risotto into soup bowls. Top with whipped cream and sprinkle it with nuts.

Yield: 4 servings — “Sweet Magic,” by Michel Richard with Peter Kaminsky

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By Stephanie Truly The Centers for Disease Control states that one woman dies every 3½ minutes from smoking. Lung cancer caused by smoking is now the top female cancer killer. About one in five women smokes. Tobacco use remains the single most preventable cause of death and disease in the United States. Of the 9,700 premature annual deaths in Indiana caused by smoking, 3,800 of those deaths are women. Women smokers face additional risks: menstrual irregularities and earlier menopause, infertility, osteoporosis, arthritis, cervical cancer, emphysema, throat cancer, heart disease and stroke.

Few people are aware of the effect lung cancer has on women. This often fatal disease kills more women than breast, ovarian and uterine cancers combined. National attention is given to some diseases that attack women, such as heart disease and breast cancer. Women go red and see pink for months in an effort to raise awareness for these causes. One of the reasons why these movements are so powerful and successful is because the survivorships of such illnesses are significantly higher than that of lung cancer.

Women have the power to stop the epidemic by not smoking. There are medications, such as nicotine replacement therapy – patches, gum, inhalers, lozenges and nasal spray. There are also counseling programs, such as the Indiana Tobacco Quitline. The quitline is a free phone-based counseling service that allows participants to receive up to four personalized phone calls. Pregnant women will rePag e 4 6

ceive u p to 10 phone calls. Participants are welcome to call the quitline at any time they need to talk to their personal coach. A combination of the medication and the personalized counseling can lead to a more successful attempt to stop smoking.

Each year on the third Thursday of November, thousands across the country join the Great American Smokeout and give up smoking. The effort to increase awareness about lung cancer and lives lost to tobacco use takes place during Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Tobacco users and family members alike should understand that quitting is a process.

If interested in quitting or helping someone quit, consider the following: Getting Ready to Quit: • Set a date. Tell as many people as you can.

• Quit with a friend.

• Notice when and why you smoke (drinking coffee, driving a car, talking on the phone).

• Keep your cigarettes somewhere else.

• Limit the places you can smoke … take it outside.

• Delay getting cigarettes for as long as you possibly can. The urge for a cigarette goes away whether you have one or not.

On the Day You Quit: • Throw away your cigarettes. Get rid of ashtrays and lighters.

• Stay busy; change your routine; eat in a different spot.

• Practice the 4 D’s: • Drink Water • Delay • Do Something Else • Deep Breathe • Carry gum, candy, toothpicks or straws to put in your mouth when you get the urge to smoke.

• Reward yourself at the end of each day that you don’t smoke.

Staying Tobacco-Free: • Exercise to curb the desire to smoke.

• Write down the reasons you quit and review them often.

• Don’t get too tired, too angry or too hungry; these all trigger smoking desires.

• Save the money you would have spent on cigarettes and reward yourself.

• If you slip and smoke, quit again.

• If you need more help, see your doctor.

Stephanie Truly is the tobacco prevention coordinator in Bartholomew County. She can be reached at (812) 375-3194 or email struly@crh.org for additional information or motivation.

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By andrew larson I have a real issue with the appearance of my chin. Because I can, I have covered it up with facial hair for the better part of my adult life.

Maybe this is the fault of my father, a perennially bearded man. When you’re 5 and your dad comes in with a hairless chin, he might as well not be your dad anymore. So yeah, of course, I screamed and cried. And, of course, he grew it back. So I have chosen to cover that thing up, and to this day, my kids know me as one with a chin ranging from full-on chunkof-fur to short-cropped Don Johnson.

This month, though—the month of Movember — I bear my chin with pride. Movember and Sons is an organization devoted to promoting men’s health, especially with prostate and testicular cancer awareness. As the years advance on us middle-agers, those feelings of invincibility wear off and the impending first colonoscopy and prostate exams draw nigh.

A grim reminder of our mortality.

But why be morbid when we can instead offer up exultation of facial hair? Movember is a celebration of the penultimate demonstration of manliness; however, growing facial hair is not the same as cultivating it. A mustache is not merely a hairy upper lip; it is confidence, right in the center of the face. It is an expression of one’s inner mojo. And naturally, it is a tipped hat to our forefathers. But most importantly, this month, it is a walking, chewing and smiling billboard for Movember and Sons and its most excellent cause.

My plan is to have a natural progression of styles throughout the month of Movember.

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The first week, the style was Trucker (consult http://us.movember.com/uploads/files/2012/ Style_Guide_NA.pdf), and future weeks were to involve additional refinement of style and cultivation. While I’d like to say that my ultimate goal is to grow “The Connoisseur” (pictured next page), in truth, the real goal is to raise money and awareness about the cause.

Movemberists are most effective in teams.

My team, consisting of some of my male colleagues and students, are dubbed The CSA New Tech Mustachioed Men. If you’d like to see weekly pictures during Movember, follow me on Twitter at @andrewmlarson. You can support our team by finding our Mo Space page at www.movember.com and donating or simply spreading the word about this excellent organization.

The whole of Movember and Sons is nothing if not a massive support group. My father-in-law is a prostate cancer survivor, and I am dedicating this month to him; as such, each week’s mustache will be meticulously groomed and maintained in his honor.

Should I ever have to personally confront any form of cancer, as he and so many have, I will have garnered additional strength from my mustachioed brethren who are sporting the Mo with me this month.

Andrew Larson is a teacher at Columbus Signature Academy New Tech High School.

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Landscape logic Purdue Extension plant pathologist Janna Beckerman and entomologist Cliff Sadof have developed a smartphone application called “Tree Doctor” to help homeowners, landscapers, master gardeners, nurseries, arborists and others quickly diagnose problems with their trees. The app provides the most up-to-date information on tree species, illnesses, proper care, etc. The cur-

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His selection reverberates across a divided, traumatized country and, more intimately, through individual lives. Claire Burwell, the sole widow on the jury, becomes Khan’s

fiercest defender. But when the news of his selection becomes public, she comes under pressure from outraged family members and into collision with hungry journalists, opportunistic politicians and even Khan himself. A story of clashing convictions and emotions, and a cunning satire of political ideals, “The Submission” is a resonant novel for our times.

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Healthy habits With cold and flu season in full swing remember to protect yourself and your family by: • Washing your hands often.

• Regularly disinfecting toys, television remotes and other well-used household items.

• Avoiding sharing cups and utensils.

• Wiping down door and cabinet knobs.

• Getting plenty of rest and exercise.

Out and about In just a few days, join the Columbus community in welcoming the holiday season with the annual Festival of Lights parade Dec. 1 in downtown Columbus. Each year the parade is followed by the ceremonial

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