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Step Out Find your best holiday look, with help from local experts

Cuddle Up! with a furry friend from a local shelter page 13

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Seven heavenly gifts to fill stockings this season page 10

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“I knew I had spider veins, but had no idea I had underlying vein disease, too.”

Claudia Linda, well-known North Shore Spanish teacher, came to Illinois Vein Specialists after several years of intending to have her spider veins examined. In her mind it was strictly a cosmetic issue that she’d eventually get around to improving.

She was actually a bit surprised when Dr. Rivard and his team at Illinois Vein Specialists insisted on a thorough exam of both legs including specialized ultrasonography by IVS’ certified technicians.

What she didn’t know is that spider veins in the legs are frequently associated with underlying venous hypertension. Dr. Rivard points out: “High pressure in the veins inside the legs is caused when the vein valves break and the flow of blood falls backwards. This pressure forces its way to the surface veins distending the small capillaries causing the appearance of spider veins. This typically occurs below the knees and especially at the ankles.”

Other factors in the development of spider veins include: Age: The development of spider veins can occur at any time, but usually peaks in late middle age.

Gender: Women are four times more likely to have spider veins than men.

Pregnancy: Hormones are thought to weaken vein walls and this is coupled with increased blood volume during pregnancy that tends to distend veins.

Lifestyle/Occupation: Daily activities requiring pro-longed sitting or standing are also implicated in the development of spider veins. l a k e Claudia, c o u n t y masa ag amiddle-aged z i n e . c o m teacher and mother, was a perfectly typical candidate for spider veins.

BUT HERE’S WHERE THE STORY GETS INTERESTING She actually had symptoms of underlying vein disease for several years, but never recognized them.

They were a bit vague, occurred intermittently and then disappeared, and never really triggered the medical alarm bell we all have in our heads.

For example, every once in a while Claudia’s right leg had a dull ache without a seeming explanation, but then it would go away. And now and then she would suffer from restless leg syndrome in the same right leg for a couple of nights and then it would disappear. And this went off and on for years. There just didn’t seem to be anything to tell a doctor about.

PHLEBOLOGY,THE NEWEST MEDICAL SPECIALTY Dr. Rivard again: “Phlebology, the diagnosis and treatment of vein disease, is the newest Board Certified medical specialty—recognized only since 2008. My colleagues and I are discovering new aspects to vein disease on a regular basis.”

The field has rapidly developed to the point where internists and family practice doctors, who received their degrees in the twentieth century, may not fully be aware of the latest thinking. “I’m still surprised when I meet patients who were advised that they should not worry about varicose veins unless they hurt. And I continue to be stunned when I see men with advanced venous hypertension and huge, bulging varicose veins, who think it’s just a cosmetic issue.”

Vein disease is real disease. And venous hyper-

tension, whether painful or not, whether visible or not, cannot be ignored any more than arterial hypertension (usually called high blood pressure) can be ignored. Vein disease will only get worse if left untreated and will also interfere with wound healing, congestive heart disease and other medical conditions.

Illinois Vein Specialists opened in 2009 and has a staff of a dozen—physicians, registered nurses, medical technicians, ultrasound specialists and administrative personnel. Since then they have helped thousands of patients. “One of the things I like the best about specializing in vein disease is the opportunity to meet wonderful people like Claudia Linda; being able to help them is the reason I get up in the morning.”

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INSIDE Home For The Holidays 8 Light the night — Across our communities, the Holiday Light Shows are spectacular, from public light festivals to residential displays.

10 Editor’s Choice — Seven heavenly gifts to fill stockings this season!

13 Cuddles for Christmas — Unwrap a life of friendship this season, with a furry friend from a local shelter.

16 Get real — Cut down a Christmas Tree and build a family tradition everyone will enjoy!

Health & Wellness 20 Melancholy holiday — For some, Christmas isn’t the merriest season of the year.

Family In Focus 22 Crank it up — Family columnist Michelle Stien sounds off on the not-so-sunny side of the holiday season.

Fashion & Beauty 26 Sparkle all season — We’ve got the hottest styles from local boutiques for your big nights out on the town.

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A look at some holiday lights around Lake County

28 Artist Showcase — Dennis Downes of Antioch shares his painting, “Wilderness Coast.”

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The happiest of holidays to you and yours, from all of us at Suburban Life Magazine.

The season is upon us, from the quick cold snap in the last weeks of November, to the full-blown holiday revelry around our communities — from tree lightings to carolers, to Santa visits and retail deals.

We visit Animal Education and Rescue in Libertyville, where you can give your family a furry friend and a pet a forever home.

After the presents have been opened and the goose has been stuffed, gear up for a New Year’s Eve celebration. We’ve got great fashions for wherever you are headed.

Whatever your pleasure this holiday season, we hope you spend it with people you love, doing things you enjoy, right here in the suburbs.

This month in Suburban Life Magazine, we have our pages chock full of local seasonal splendor! We chat with the experts in holiday lighting, highlight Thanks for a great selection of gifts from nearby reading. boutiques, and give you the skinny on finding the fullest Christmas tree to grace your living room this season.

Looking for a gift that is extra special?

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The Wind Beneath WINGS

Ellaine Sambo-Reyther works to support those who’ve suffered domestic violence

are victims of domestic violence and abuse and knew it was there she could support an important mission.

Though she’s served on the board for years, it was at this fall’s fundraiser for WINGS that she was reminded just what it means to serve the community.

By Melissa Rubalcaba Riske

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t had been a busy week and Ellaine Sambo-Reyther recalls arriving home after her second board meeting of the week. Walking through the door, her sons asked her where she had been.

She explained that she was at another board meeting. Without missing a beat, her young sons, at the ages of 7 and 8, asked just how many board games did she need to play each week.

It was then she sat down to talk about her postwork commitments.

“I wanted to explain what I was doing, and how important it is to help others and give back,” she said.

Sambo-Reyther serves on the board of directors for WINGS, an organization focused on providing integrated services to homeless and abused women and children. She has previously served on the board of directors for Wellness Place. Her work in the community is balanced by her full-time career with BMO Private Bank for the last 20 years while continuing her education and raising three children with her husband, Alex.

“Ellaine can do it all,” said Jamie Maravich, a friend and market president at BMO Harris Bank. “She’s a wonderful mother, a very good friend and she is very good at guiding people because she is a dynamo on the professional side.”

She joined BMO 20 years ago while going to school. She earned her law degree from Northwestern University School of Law in Chicago and remained with the company, building a career. Today she is the vice-president and director of trust and estate services. She specializes in providing customized trust and estate administration for high net worth individuals and families as part of an overall

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“Every individual, every family has different needs,” she said. “After 20 years I’m still learning new things.”

She enjoys sharing her knowledge with others and has lead programs on estate planning, focused on women and wealth. She was part of the well-attended luncheon earlier this year with the topic of “Teaching My Family to Give,” and she wrote a column in the Wellness Place newsletter called “Ask Ellaine,” answering questions around estate planning and charitable planning strategies.

This year Sambo-Reyther was the recipient of the Athena Leadership Award, awarded by the Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce.

“It’s well-deserved,” Maravich said.

Sambo-Reyther said she is humbled by the award and enjoyed meeting those nominated for the Athena Leadership Award.

“There are a lot of passionate people doing good things and making the community a better place,” she said.

Several years ago she sought out a way to serve her community. She found WINGS, and its mission to help women and children who

“As I sat and listened to the women who had graduated from our program, it was a real role reversal,” Sambo-Reyther said. “I know as a board member we are helping, but on that night, listening to their stories it was very eye-opening. It is so easy for us to be busy, doing our own thing, working late, driving the car pool, questioning our strength and commitments. What I saw that night from the women and children of WINGS was true commitment and an unbelievable strength.

As the WINGS organization works to provide strength to our women, they provided strength and motivation to me that evening to find the time and the way to do even more. ” Sambo-Reyther said she comes from a family that just can’t say no. Her father was an attorney, her mother a nurse in a hospital burn unit and emergency room, and her aunt was a nurse working with veterans. Throughout her life she can remember how her family was always ready to jump in and help others. Her aunt was always ready to set an extra place at the table for a last minute guest, many times someone the family had never met, at Thanksgiving. The love, kindness and care she saw growing up served as a reminder of the importance to help others.

As a mother, Sambo-Reyther has been able to teach her own children, Alex, 13, Robert, 12 and Kayli, 7, how to help others as they’ve reached an age where they, too, can help in the community.

“My boys just got involved with Journey Care and they absolutely love it, and my little girl has been by my side, literally, attending a number of WINGS committee meetings and events,” Sambo-Reyther said. “I feel so much pride and gratification in seeing the enthusiasm my children have in rolling their sleeves up and giving back.”

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Light The Night Local businesses take the hassle out of home holiday light displays

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ll it took was a video of a holiday light display set to music and Mark Tarkowski was hooked.

This will be the third season of the Wauconda resident’s musical light show at his home on the 600 block of Walnut Road. The show is run from a computer and every year he adds to it and changes up the songs.

year’s “trendy song” is from Disney’s hit “Frozen.” Visitors should tune their radios to 88.7 FM to hear the accompanying music.

It takes a few weeks to get the show set up, especially this year, as Tarkowski has added six additional trees and added three more colors to his lights. While last year his home was decked out with 10,000 lights, Tarkowski says this year’s show will have between 12,500 and 13,000 lights. About 98 percent of the lights are LED.

Shows generally start around 5:30 p.m. or 6 p.m. and end around 9 p.m. or 9:30 p.m. nightly. The show sometimes runs a bit later on weekends. Tarkowski says more and more cars filled with people are coming by every year to see the show and he averages about 20 to 30 cars per night. He plans to pass out 1,000 candy canes to visitors this year.

“I do it for the community,” he says. “For me, it’s a hobby.”

“There was really no instruction manual,” he says of getting started. “It’s just a lot of research.”

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This season marks the 21st Annual Winter Wonderland Holiday Light Show at Cuneo Mansion and Gardens in Vernon Hills. The entrance to the light show is located north of Route 60 on Lakeview Parkway.

The show runs from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. through Jan. 3, although it is closed on Dec. 24 and Dec. 25. Admission is $5 per car Monday through Thursday and $10 per car Friday through Sunday. Tune to the local radio station for a dual musical and visual experience.

“It’s been a tradition in Lake County for 21 years,” says Daphne Stojiljkovic, marketing and

For those interested in creating their own light displays, Tarkowski advises they leave enough time to take a year to plan and get used to the programming. He also suggested anyone interested seek out someone who already has a display and help ask for some hands on learning.

“I would recommend starting small and growing every year,” he says.

For those looking for a decorated home, but who don’t want to, or can’t, do the work to get their home decorated, Gurnee-based New and Improved Landscape provides holiday decorating services.

Owner Marcos Vaca says his company has been providing these services for 15 years and has decorated hundreds of homes. New and Improved Landscape provides lighting and decorating services and will work with whatever decorations the homeowner provides.

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Holiday decorating is part of the company’s year-round service package.

“It just brings a little bit of holiday cheer,” Vaca says.

New and Improved Landscape can provide decorating services up to two weeks before Christmas and they will return in January to take the decorations down. The customer is responsible for storing their decorations from year to year.

As more and more people aim for beautifully decorated houses, the services offered by businesses like Christmas Outdoor Creations are more in demand than ever.

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The show is a partnership between Loyola’s Cuneo Mansion and Gardens and the village of Vernon Hills. Visitors can experience 97 acres of holiday lights and decorations from the warmth of their vehicle. Last year, about 22,000 vehicles passed through the show. Stojiljkovic says it takes roughly 45 minutes to an hour to get through the show.

“We really do it to have an opportunity for the community to come on the grounds and get into the holiday spirit,” Stojiljkovic says.

“Ours is a very classic winter look,” Berrens says of what their customers seek out. She added LED lights and high-grade garland are very much in demand.

Christmas Outdoor Creations average decorating between 75 and 80 homes in Lake, McHenry and Northwest Cook counties each season. They can still accommodate requests for decorations this season.

“Most of the homes just really appreciate that very warm glow of Christmas,” Berrens says, adding Christmas Outdoor Creations always goes over the design process with customers, to make sure they are satisfied.

Odalys Berrens, one of the owners of Christmas Outdoor Creations, says the company offers full professional decorating, installation, take-down and storage. The company has offered these services for 10 years.

Berrens says this year, Christmas Outdoor Creations will create a display for themselves and decorate their 25-foot tall Christmas tree.

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“We want to make it a winter wonderland out there,” she says.

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Heavenly Holiday Gifts Giving gifts at the holidays is an age-old tradition in many cultures, representative of friendship, reward and affection, and in Christian religions, a symbol of the gifts brought to Jesus by the Three Kings.

But whatever the reason you give, it’s always better when the gift is thoughtfully chosen, cleverly designed, and from the heart.

Here are some great options, found locally in our communities, to fill your gift list: Give the gift of beautiful music, with a three-concert package to the Lake Forest Symphony. Available for Saturday evening or Sunday matinee performances, the 2015 spring session includes January, March and May concerts, featuring: • “Hopes, Confessions, Testaments”— January 24 and 25 • The Dawn of Impressionism —March 21 and 22 • Aspera ad Astra —May 23 and 24

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Single performance tickets also are available for purchase through the College of Lake County box office. Classical Season performances are held at The James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts on the College of Lake County campus in Grayslake.

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Give a gift of pampering, with a basket of spa products for your special love or favorite gal pal. At Enaz in Libertyville, we found oils and lotions in 20 different scents on its Spa Bar, perfect for pairing together! Our favorites were the Pink Jasmine body lotion and the fresh fig room spray. Find them at Enaz, at 111 W. Church St.

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It’s chilly outside and cozy warm knits are just the thing. This year, consider a gift of pure American bison wool, from our neighbors to the north, Lester’s Bison Farm and Yarn Barn. While items from fingerless gloves to expedition hats are available individually, we loved the “Bison Super Sets” which allow you to choose a hat, scarf and gloves in a decorative storage box. Find them online at lestersbisonfarm. com or stop in at 31807 60th Street in Salem, Wisconsin.

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For another warm and cozy gift, especially for the men on your list, consider the Patagonia insulated sweater, a great option for men who don’t like

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Warm up from the inside out, with a winter collection of 12 loose leaf teas chosen to pair deliciously with the season. The limited edition of 12 assorted Teavana teas, each in an individual one-ounce tea tin, includes such varieties as Pumpkin Spice Brulee, Spiced Apple Cider, Anything is possible, with the Barbie White Chocolate Peppermint, Coco Caramel Career of the Year Doll! From Sea Salt, entrepreneur to astronaut to actress, Rooibos Barbie dolls help girls explore career Chai, Slimful options and play out the possibilities. This year, Chocolate girls can explore the exciting world of directing Decadence, movies with the Barbie Career of the Year Chocolate Film Director Doll. A viewfinder and utility belt Banana make for picture-perfect accessories, while her Foster, Milling sunglasses are a necessity when she’s on set Spice, Tiramisu, outdoors. Includes doll wearing fashion and Zingiber Ginger scarf, viewfinder, utility belt, script, black Coconut, Caramel flat shoes and hip heeled boots. Find it, Almond Amaretti, and and other career Barbie options, at the Toasted Nut Brulee. Find yours at Mattel Toy Store, 12400 Fox River Road, Teavana, 20530 N. Rand Road in Deer Park Wilmot, Wisconsin.

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This cold weather option is available in full sleeve, vest and hoodie styles. Check them out at Forest Bootery, 525 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Libertyville.

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Give the gift of unconditional love this holiday season, with a shelter pet! Whether you are a dog person or a cat person, there are so many animals in need of good homes this season. We visited Animal Education and Rescue in Libertyville to meet a few of the furry friends in residence there.

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e Mona is a twoyear-old female Siberian Husky.

e Rosie is a bichon frise-poodle mix.

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e Louie is a male Jack Russell Terrier-rat terrier mix.

e Magoo is an 11-year-old male poodle.

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EAR is a foster-based humane society founded in 2003 by shelter pet owner Sandy Kamen Wisniewski.

In addition to finding homes for rescue pets, efforts are made toward helping the community through other service and educational programs.

Humane Investigations: A team of dedicated investigators respond to reports of animal abuse and neglect. Our investigators help educate owners on proper pet care, work with owners in need of assistance, and rescue animals from bad situations.

A Community Outreach Program reaches out to schools, communities, individuals and families in low-income areas in Lake County by targeting neighborhoods and going door-to-door offering free advice, education and resources to individuals and families with pets.

e Twilight is a four-year-old female domestic long hair.

Additionally, the AEAR WE CARE Youth Club gives kids hands-on experience with animals, provides educational programs about animals of all kinds, offers mentoring for older children and teens — teaching them leadership skills and team building — and organizes various service projects and fundraisers. AEAR also visits area nursing homes, other approved facilities, and homebound individuals on a monthly basis.

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Cut down a Christmas tree and build a family tradition

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reate lasting holiday memories with the whole family, when you head out for a country drive to choose and cut a live Christmas tree. The variety of long-lasting fresh trees has never been better, and there are many growers around to find the perfect one for your home this season.

For driving directions to the farms and additional information, be sure to check out the websites or phone numbers under each listing.

Wisconsin Sugar Creek Tree Farm — N6447 Church Road, Burlington, open everyday starting the day after Thanksgiving, from 8 a.m. to dusk.

The farm has many Pine and Spruce tagged at $20.

White Pine, Norway Pine and Scotch Pine are marked at $30. Balsam Fir and Colorado Blue Spruce are $55. The farm accepts cash or check. The Colorado Blue Spruce, White Pine and Scotch Pine selections are abundant.

The Norway Pine and Balsam Fir are limited in selection.

The farm provides saws and twine and will provide help for those cutting down their trees. Visit www. sugarcreektreefarm.com or call 262-767-1177.

Lake County Gengel Tree Farm — 38614 N Fairfield Road, Lake Villa, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 29 and weekends until trees sell out.

Prices start at $35 and vary by height and variety. Call for more information. 847-3565661. Email: gengel@theramp.net.

Sullivan Family Tree Farm — 24774 Petite Lake Road, Lake Villa, Opens Friday, November 28th from 9:00am to 4pm.

Opens the day after Thanksgiving. You can walk the 20-acre farm to pick out that special tree and cut it down yourself or choose a fresh pre-cut. Visit www.facebook.com/pages/ Sullivan-Family-Tree-Farm/172927979401575.

Many tree farms also sell wreaths and garlands in addition to fresh-cut trees.

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Valley View Tree Farm — W798 Valley View Road, Burlington, open beginning November 28.

Tree prices range from $30 to $60. The farm has over 4,500 trees in seven different tree varieties, such as Scotch Pine, Norway Spruce, Blue Spruce, Fraser Fir, Balsam Fir, Canaan Fir, and Concolor Fir. The farm offers complimentary hot chocolate and has a sledding hill.

There are also kittens, chickens and ducks for everyone to enjoy. There is a warm sales shop that contains ornaments, stocking stuffers, centerpieces and baskets.

If you would like a tree delivered, the farm can do so locally during the week. Trees are all shaked and baled complimentary except the Scotch Pine (since they are too big). Visit www.facebook.com/pages/Valley-ViewTree-Farm/106065032761958 or call 262-5347234 or 262-210-7235, Stumpf’s Tree Farm — 340 Horns Corners Road, Cedarburg, open the day after Thanksgiving through Christmas on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

All trees are $49. Only cash and checks accepted. The farm will provide a saw and tarp to drag your tree back to the barn and will shake your tree on our mechanical shaker to remove any debris and fallen needles. For an additional $2 staff will bale your tree. Twine is available to secure the tree to your vehicle. The farm has an indoor, heated sales barn where hot apple cider is served. Other products available include fresh wreaths, door swags, boughs, large tree stands, lakecountymagazine.com

and disposal bag. No dogs are allowed. Visit www.ucuttrees. com or call 262-375-6351.

Shaking and baling of fresh-cut trees is available at most tree farms.

Noffke Tree Farms — 10341 N Granville Road, Mequon, open daily starting on Thanksgiving weekend, November 28, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Choose and cut tree farm is open until dusk.

The 47-acre tree farm has choose and cut and pre-cut trees available including Fraser Fir, Balsam Fir, Scotch Pine, White Pine and Colorado Spruce. The farm also has quality handmade wreaths. The indoor shop has hot chocolate, apple cider and special ornaments and gifts. Staff will shake and wrap trees for customers. Visit www.noffketrees.com or call 262-2425157.

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Ottman Family Christmas Trees — 759 Primrose Center Road, Belleville, open starting on Thanksgiving and then open every weekend Friday-Sunday.

Balsam Fir, Canaan Fir, Fraser Fir, Norway Pine and Scotch Pine are available. The business also has a selection of wreaths, boughs and garlands. Visit http://ottmanfamilychristmastrees.com or call 608-832-4848.

Winterberry Christmas Trees — N8220 Smith Road, Brooklyn, open on Saturday prior to Thanksgiving and then daily through Dec. 23.

Monday-Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Sunday, 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Prices range from $28 to $50. Balsam Fir, Concolor Fir, Douglas Fir, Fraser Fir, Spruce and White Pine available.

Fresh cut trees are also available, fresh wreaths and garland, free hayrides and apple cider and free baling and disposal bag. Visit www.winterberrychristmastrees.com or call 608-455-2040.

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Country Side Trees and Dog Bones — W7015 N. Walworth Road, Walworth, open daily starting on Nov. 22. Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. until dark; Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. until dark. Christmas Eve from 10 a.m. to noon. Closed on Thanksgiving and on Christmas.

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We all have visions of how the holidays are supposed to be: families enjoying a feast around a festive dining room table and kids’ eyes lighting up at the sight of the mounds of gifts under the Christmas tree. But for many, this is far from the reality.

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e all have visions of how the holidays are supposed to be: families enjoying a feast around a festive dining room table and kids’ eyes lighting up at the sight of the mounds of adorned gifts under the Christmas tree. But for many, this is far from the reality.

Indeed, a recent North American survey reported that 45 percent of respondents dreaded the holidays.

Anxiety often occurs at this time of year because of the barrage of demands it brings — incurring debt with the gifts and entertaining; attending social gatherings with co-workers, friends and family with whom you’d rather not spend time; and a long to-do list which includes decorating, shopping, wrapping gifts, sending holiday cards, baking, attending and hosting parties.

Amanda Sheldon, licensed professional counselor at Portrait Health Center in Vernon Hills, says “Individuals who report experiencing pronounced anxiety during the holiday season often report experiencing financial struggles, family expectations and conflict.”

In addition to the financial burdens and expectations associated with the holidays, the lack of close family and friends or the loss of a loved one can lead to depression, especially at holiday time. Catherine McConnell, Ph.D, clinical psychologist at Allendale Association in Lake Villa says, “Probably one of the greatest contributors to stress and depression during the holidays is a sense of loss.” She explained that the loss can be the actual loss of a loved one or a more intangible loss, such as the loss of the kind of relationships we wish we had or the resources, mainly time or money, we feel pressured to have but might not. Furthermore, Sheldon

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Probably one of the greatest contributors to stress and depression during the holidays is a sense of loss.

— Catherine McConnell, Ph.D, clinical psychologist at Allendale Association

pointed out that the holiday season correlates with the time of year in which many people experience Seasonal Affective Disorder. “Many clients who struggle with depression year-round often report feeling as though their symptoms intensify during the dark fall and winter months,” says Sheldon.

Dr. McConnell and Sheldon offer advice on how to cope with stress and depression at holiday time: • Realize this, too, shall pass. . . quickly! — “One paradox about the holidays is that they pass very quickly, adding to the stress that people may feel

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about how much they need to get done,” says Dr. McConnell. “But the other side of this is that the holidays will pass quickly and life will resume as it was before December.”

• Grieving is okay — “If this is a time of year that you miss a loved one, give yourself permission to grieve in the way that makes sense for you,” says Dr. McConnell. She mentioned that some grief support groups hold special meetings at this time of year • Set a budget — According to Dr. McConnell, “It can be useful to be more planful and intentional about one’s approach to the holidays.” She suggested that people decide before shopping how much they should spend and then they need to stop when they reach that amount.

• Take good care of yourself — Sheldon says she advises her clients to make sure they get adequate sleep every night and engage in at least 30 minutes of physical activity every day.” Minnesotabased Mayo Clinic recommends such relaxing activities as listening to soothing music, getting a massage or reading a book to keep calm during the holidays.

• Seek professional help if you need it — “If someone notices that they are crying most days, no longer feel interested in the things they used to enjoy, have greater problems with sleep, for example, and the feelings don’t resolve within a couple of weeks, that person may want to consider seeking therapy,” says Dr. McConnell.

In addition, many churches offer a service for those that are grieving. For example, The United Methodist Church of Libertyville will offer to the general public a Blue Christmas Service on Tuesday, December 9 at 7:00 p.m. The service acknowledges the struggles we face while providing comfort, healing and a safe place to rest. According to Mary Spooner, a Stephen Ministry leader at the church, “This is a service of worship designed for those suffering loss, sadness, isolation or grief in the advent season.” The service consists of scripture readings, Christmas hymns, a candle lighting and prayer.

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erhaps it is because I have barely gotten over the fact that Christmas decorations started popping up before Halloween.

Perhaps it is because only a few weeks ago I sold or donated most of the toys the kids got just last Christmas. It could be that my Jack-oLanterns hadn’t even rotted before Lite FM started playing holiday songs, or because I cannot stand hearing the words, “OOOH, Mom! I want that for Christmas!” every three seconds.

Whatever the case may be, I have a serious case of the Christmas Cranks.

It started immediately after my kids’ birthdays in the spring. Once the onslaught of toys was collected from their birthday party, they started making yet another list of more stuff they wanted. As we approached September, I felt it was finally appropriate for them to start a Christmas list (since it isn’t unheard of for me to

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start Christmas shopping in October). It also gave me the opportunity to squelch their comments simply by saying, “Put it on the list.” Every time my kids sit down to watch Nickelodeon, the list grows by five items. There are certain things I simply tell them Santa does not bring, mainly because I know that “Santa” will be selling that item at next year’s garage sale for less than half of what I paid for it.

What really ticks me off is that once they make their list for Santa, they turn to me and ask what

There are certain things I simply tell (my kids) Santa does not bring, mainly because I know that “Santa” will be selling that item at next year’s garage sale ...

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I am going to get them for Christmas. It is at that moment that I am tempted to tell them that there is no such thing as Santa, and that all the gifts they get each year are from yours truly. It really would make it a heck of a lot easier to explain that Santa/ Mom has a budget and that asking for a Nintendo 3DS from Santa and an iPad Mini from Mom and Dad just isn’t going to fly.

Recently, I’ve seen posts on Facebook about nongift ideas for kids like zoo memberships, trips to the children’s museum, donating to charity, etc.

Don’t get me wrong; we do many of these things and I wish it were that simple. We are diligent in our efforts to teach our children from an early age that not everyone is as fortunate as they are. We have donated used toys as well as brand new toys to families in need. I point out to them that most of the items on the giving tree at church aren’t toys because those in need don’t ask for things they want, they ask for things they need. They

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October through January as all the advertisements, still don’t understand why Santa is not an equal opportunity giver, yet they are getting old enough to decorations and major marketing blitzes ramp up. But I have no shame in tossing the Big Book start to question why that is. of Toys that comes in the Regardless of our mail before they even get efforts to be generous home from school. I would Someday I will miss the and give unto others, literally have to hide them in they still will be magic of them believing in a cave, deprive them of any expecting heaps of and all television, keep them Santa, but in the meantime I presents under the home from school at least a tree. Now, I know kind of want to give “Santa” month after winter break to what you are thinking avoid facing the inevitable a piece of my mind ... …“Michelle, you question, “What did you get have created these for Christmas?” Furthermore, monsters and you are I could never, ever take them the one setting these expectations.” to the store with me. Even Walgreens is littered with To that I say, “B.S.” “As Seen On TV” gifts that have my kids begging for any and all stuffed animals that can be worn, lit up You try putting one gift under the tree amidst I.O.U.s for trips to the zoo and museums when your or used to smuggle contraband. children are constantly being bombarded with Someday I will miss the magic of them believing in television commercials, the Big Book of Toys from Santa, but in the meantime I kind of want to give Target, Toys R Us, Walmart, Kmart and Kohl’s. That “Santa” a piece of my mind about this fantasy he doesn’t even scratch the surface if you throw in the plants in children’s heads about getting whatever catalogs for websites and mail-order retailers. the heck they want. He makes it look so easy with all those perky elves tinkering away making simple I know I cannot put blinders on my kids from

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olidays are the perfect occasion to break from fashion drudgery and try something fresh. Swap worn yoga pants and tired jeans for au courant trends that turn heads. Speaking of heads, maybe a cutting-edge hairstyle coupled with eye-popping cosmetics might help you step out with sparkle this season.

“Leather, lace, illusion necklines, low backs, shear sleeves and full circle knee length skirts,” are hot this season, says Deanna Dean, owner of Volle’s Bridal and Mr. Tux in Lake Zurich. “Holiday classics are always hot: black, red and silvers.”

And while that “little black dress” may be a staple in your closet, Karen from Charles and Minerva in Libertyville says new textures and fabric combinations are dressing it up this year. “Today’s trends are mixed with satins, velvet, and faux leather.”

Available in the Libertyville boutique are designs by Joseph Ribkoff and Frank Lyman, both flaunting straight lines, geometric designs, some sheer detailing, and heaping on black and white contrasting colors.

“Black is always a staple; timeless and elegant,” Dean agrees. “Take your black dress up a notch with a great collar piece.

Big chunky statement collar pieces are very trendy now. Metal tones of gold, silver, bronze, rose gold. Don’t be afraid to mix your metals.”

If you want to catch approving glances at a holiday party, then Dean has this to say: “Strapless ivory lace bustier paired with a black full circle cut knee length skirt and a bold chunky pearl and gold necklace.”

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Dressing for a more casual soiree, but still looking for the “wow” factor?

“If you want to be fashion forward and elegant, then my suggestion would be to keep it simple and chic,” she says. “For example, great leggings or pants with a fun top and fashionable jewelry.”

John Gialluisi, Creative Director for Mario Tricoci Hair Salons & Day Spas has some ideas for perking up your style.

This holiday season, soft waves with the appearance of effortless style is the hottest thing,” he says. “Styles that look undone yet finished will be the popular women’s hair trend for the holiday season.”

As for makeup, a soft, natural eye, paired with a strong lip in hues of red or pink is both beautiful and festive, Giallusi says.

Keep it simple and chic.

“The perfect ‘fashion forward’ holiday look this year would be a messy updo: eyes with natural shadow and soft liner, and a strong lip in hues of red or pink.” Gialluisi added confidently, “Anyone with this look will be a hit at any holiday party.”

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In addition to the painting itself, every original is presented in one of my own handmade, inlaid frames. I feel the frame helps to complete the piece, connecting it to nature and tying it to the past. All of my bronze sculptures reflect a great deal of realism in their nature, whether a personal commission or a historical figure.

Years of research supported by my artwork led to the publication of my award winning book, “Native American Trail Marker Trees: Marking Paths Through the Wilderness.” I have participated in over 100 solo shows and exhibits highlighting my award winning original paintings and bronze sculpture projects in the U.S., Canada, and the United Kingdom.

This year some of my landscape pieces will be featured in the award winning film “23 Blast,” directed by Dylan Baker, produced by Gary Donatelli, that opened in theaters in October.”

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December 9 and December 10 — Winter Wonderwalk and Holiday Boutique, TuesdayWednesday at Woodlands Academy & Lake Forest 760 E. Westleigh Road Lake Forest This year, tour four magnificent private homes uniquely dressed for the holidays, open for interior viewing only to those on the Woodlands Academy Winter Wonderwalk. Also enjoy the Holiday Boutique offering over 40 vendors and a Sip and Shop evening.

The Boutique will be open Tuesday 1pm-5 p.m. and the Sip and Shop 6pm-8 p.m. & Wednesday from 9am-3pm. The Housewalk tours will be held Wednesday 10am-3 p.m. and guests drive their own vehicle to each house. Tickets are $65 for Boutique, Homewalk and Sip and Shop or $15 for Boutique only.

Early bird tickets available before November 26th.

December 10 — Holiday Cheers! Seasonal Tasting at the Chicago Botanic Garden, Wednesday: 6 p.m.-8 p.m. at Chicago Botanic Garden - Burnstein Hall 1000 Lake Cook Road Glencoe Celebrate not only the holidays, but also Repeal Day - the end of Prohibition. The Garden will do this Chicago-style with tastings of spirits, wine and winter brews that are all local. Also enjoy the surroundings of the Wonderland Express exhibition featuring trains and over 80 Chicago landmarks. Guests receive a wristband, tasting glass and tasting sheet. Light fare and drinks will be available for purchase. Come to drink in the best of the season. Advance tickets are member/nonmember $25/$30, Day-of member/ nonmember $28/$30. Must be 21 or older to attend event.

December 12 — Dancenter North’s The Magic of the Nutcracker School Show, Friday: 9am at Genesee Theatre 203 N. Genesee St. Waukegan It is Lake County’s most lavish production of this time-honored ballet. This 80-minute professional live performance inspires and provides students an opportunity to enjoy dance, drama and classical music. This is a special performance for school groups only. Miscellaneous Information Tickets - $9. For more information, call 847-782-2366

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December 13 — Storytime with Mrs. Claus at Barnes & Noble, Saturday: 1 p.m. at Barnes & Noble at Deer Park Town Center 20530 N Rand Road Deer Park Join Mrs. Claus as she spreads holiday cheer at Barnes & Noble on Saturday, December 13.

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December 12 through December 14 — Make Your Own Glass Sparkler or Ornament, FridaySunday: 10am-4 p.m. at Peter Patterson Glassworks 888 Tower Road #E Mundelein Come into the studio and create a glass ornament or window sparkler. There are 2 styles to choose from, Flat or Twisted and also the choice of colors. These weekends are the only time this will be offered. It is first come-first served and a limit of 1 per person.

Ornament - $25 each. Fridays-Sundays through December 21. Everything in the Gallery will be sale priced for holiday gifts. For more information, call 847.949.0013.

December 31 — Barrington’s Third Annual Noon Year’s Eve Ball, Wednesday: 10:30am-12 p.m. at Parks Recreation Center 235 Lions Drive Barrington Too young to stay up to midnight or want to start New Year’s Eve early? Children and parents can get an early start at the Noon Year’s Eve Ball. Ring in the Noon Year with dancing, festive snacks and a Noon Year toast. All attendees must register. Registration deadline is December 22. $9 per child In District $11 per child Out of District Parents are free but must register. For more information, visit: http://www. barringtonparkdistrict.org/.

December 20 — ArtWauk, Saturday: 5pm-10 p.m. at Downtown Waukegan Genesee Street Waukegan Join in the fun with the monthly ArtWauk events and experience the arts revolution in downtown Waukegan. Paintings, sculptures, film, dance, theatre, comedy, music, performance arts, great food, amazing neighborhood, pedicabs and awesome people. For more information, visit: http://www. waukeganil.gov/.

December 20 — Wonderland Express Christmas Concert, Saturday: 2 p.m. & 4 p.m. at Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake Cook Road Glencoe Get into the holiday spirit with a Christmas Brass Concert, featuring festive holiday favorites in Alsdorf Auditorium. One-hour brass concerts will be held at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Ticket price includes concert and access to the Wonderland Express exhibit. Tickets are member/nonmember $15/$17 in advance and $18/$20 the door. For more information, visit: http://www.chicagobotanic.org. For more information, call 847-8355440.

December 31 — New Year’s Eve Dinner, Theatre and Overnight at Lincolnshire Marriott Resort, Wednesday: 5 p.m. at Lincolnshire Marriott Resort 10 Marriott Dr. Lincolnshire Enjoy deluxe overnight accommodations, a fourcourse dinner in the King’s Wharf Restaurant, tickets to “My One and Only”, DJ and dancing in the Grand Ballroom, party favors, midnight champagne toast and a New Year’s Day Brunch in the King’s Wharf Restaurant. Cash bar available. Reservations required for both dinner and brunch. Dinner seating’s available: 5 pm, 5:30 p.m. & 6 pm. No cancellation, non refundable. Must be 21 or older. Starting at $349.00 per couple, plus tax and gratuity. Mention code ES1 with reservations. For more information, call 847-6340100.

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