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CONTENTS JUN ‘15
AROUND TOWN 10 A CONVERSATION WITH SETH SINOVIC, DEFENDER, SPORTING KC
IN FOCUS 14
A SIMPLY DETOX AVAILABLE AT MIDWEST MYOFASCIAL RELEASE CENTER
APP OF THE MONTH 16 BANISH THE VERTICAL VIDEO ONCE AND FOR ALL
STYLE 18 HEALTH & BEAUTY 24 A RUNNER’S SHOE
IN FOCUS 28
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HOME & GARDEN 30
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IN FOCUS 32
TEXTURE SALON: ON THE CUTTING EDGE OF FABULOUS
FINANCE 34 HOW TO HELP YOUR TEEN FIND SUMMER WORK
PARENTING 36 CHEERS TO DADS
OUR WORLD 38 UNBEELIEVEABLE POLLINATORS FACING THREATS
MIND & BODY 40 FINDING MEANINGFUL WORK
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WELCOME FROM THE EDITOR
MY LITTLE SOCCER SUPERFAN My 7-year-old is not the world’s most enthu-
is how a team works. This is how you move
siastic soccer player. He may have been play-
the ball.
ing since he was 3, but until recently, you were more likely to find him engaging the opponent with fart jokes than athletic prowess. Soccer games were prime social time for our mile-a-minute talker, and he didn’t want to waste a moment with, well, actual kicking.
pink or green soccer shoes — just like many of the Sporting KC players — and he’s never been the same since. Is he the next Matt Besler? Probably not. But have we found a
dered what we could do to help him see what
sport for our kid that he will enjoy for much
a cool sport soccer really is. He did some
of his childhood? Yes. And all it took was a
skills camps and began to see that the game
little inspiration from the boys in light blue.
was more than just running after every ball
You’ll find us front and center at many of
and trying to kick it as hard as possible.
this season’s home games cheering with our
He moved to a pre-competitive program in
wide-eyed 7-year-old.
like footwork, passing, and team drills. While both of those improved his skills, he still really wasn’t having fun. And, at his age, sports are supposed to be fun. We debated quitting soccer and helping him find something he enjoyed more.
And, speaking of those great athletes, our Around Town columnist, Julie Burton, did a great interview with homegrown soccer star and Sporting KC defender, Seth Sinovic. He reminds me so much of my little guy, especially when he says he was a “cry baby” after every loss when he was a kid. We know
And then one spring evening, the Cauldron
that feeling all too well. Check out the article
did all our work for us. We took our little
(page 10) for Seth’s pre-game superstitions,
guy to a Sporting KC game — his first ever
off-season workout regimen, and, of course,
— and his eyes had never been so big. There
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was no jibber-jabbering through the game,
Lindsay Weiss
no constant requests for candy and soda, no “Is the game almost over?” plea. There was only complete and utter amazement. We could see the wheels turning in his head: So this is how the game is played. This
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Because he had the ability, Jeff and I won-
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AROUND TOWN
A CONVERSATION WITH SETH SINOVIC, DEFENDER, SPORTING KC BY JULIE BURTON
You could call Kansas City a soccer boomtown. With the explosion of youth soccer and the rise of Sporting KC, soccer has Kansas City yelling, “GOALLLL!” Sporting KC’s defender, Seth Sinovic, has been playing for Kansas City since 2011. But he’s been around much longer than that — he grew up in Leawood, Kansas. In the first in a series of feature interviews with KC sports players, our own hometown player sits down to tell us what it’s like playing inside “The Blue Hell.” SKC: Last year, you were named Sporting KC’s Defender of the Year. The year before, you won the 2013 MLS Cham-
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pionship. Not only is this your fifth year with Sporting KC, you are also a local guy from Leawood, Kansas. So the big question to settle — what is the best BBQ in Kansas City?
As far as superstitions with other players, I don’t think we have too many crazy ones here. A pretty popular one is whatever your dominant foot is, you always put that cleet on first. I do that — my left foot first.
Seth: LC’s Bar-B-Q is my favorite! I like the beef sandwich with fries there. They have the best sauce in Kansas City.
Have you ever gotten nervous for a game?
Do you have any superstitions before a game?
I don’t have any crazy superstitions; I just kind of stick to the same schedule every day. I drink a lot of fluids. I always have some pasta with a little bit of red sauce and that’s pretty much it.
Yeah, earlier in my career there were definitely more nerves. I think there’s always an anxious feeling, a little burst of adrenaline before every game. What did you do with your 2013 MLS Cup Championship ring? Do you wear it all the time or just on special occasions?
I actually keep it at my parents’ house
because I’m afraid I’m going to lose it. I haven’t worn it yet. I’m kind of scared to wear it. I didn’t even wear it when we met the President.
Do you hear the stadium’s noise when you play or are you so focused that you tune it out?
What do you believe you would be doing if you weren’t playing professional soccer?
I do hear it but I don’t hear specific cheers. There’s definitely an energy and atmosphere with the noise level that gives me a burst of adrenaline.
That’s a good question. I was an economics major, so something with finance or economics, I think. I like the idea of investing and the competitive aspect of that.
The only time I heard a specific cheer was one time and only because I laughed a little bit. The crowd chanted “Hebrew Hammer” at goalie Andy Gruenebaum.
Which atmosphere rivals KC’s Sporting Park as the best in the country?
How has the explosion of youth soccer across the nation affected the U.S. talent level? Do you believe youth soccer will bring an increase in high-level athletes that play soccer?
I don’t think anyone is better than ours. There are some good ones — Seattle just because of the shear numbers. They have a really good fan base. Portland has a good one as well. What makes Sporting Park unique?
Oh man. I think it’s unique in how fast our fan base grew. There was always the loyal fan base with the Wizards. But the pace at which the fan base grew at Sporting Park is what is most unique.
There’s definitely an uptake in the talent level. You see more and more homegrown players, you see more and more younger guys playing in Europe. It’s exciting to see where this country can go soccer-wise. Do you believe U.S. soccer players get the respect that foreign players get?
I don’t. I think it’s because soccer is newer and fresher in the U.S. It’s tough to compare because in Europe, that’s their game. Like baseball is in America. The foreign players coming to the U.S. help quite a bit. People make accusations that it’s older foreign guys finishing their careers. But that’s not always the case — there’s younger and more talented players coming in and that’s good for the league. It will just take time for soccer to be as popular. For all the soccer moms and dads out there: How do we get rid of the soccer stench and grass stains from the kids’ soccer gear?
I don’t think that’s ever going to happen. Some form of bleach if the uniform is white? I’m sure the coaches don’t like a clean jersey. I know Peter [Vermes] likes us getting dirty. What’s your workout routine like? How do you stay in shape in the off-season?
There are a few guys who stay in the KC area in the off-season — Matt Besler, Chance Meycontinued on page 12
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I’m a sore loser! I was the kid growing up who used to cry after every loss. It was not as often when it came to Club Soccer. Man, I’m a sore loser, but now I just channel it into aggression.
What is something most people don’t know about you?
Do you have any mentors? Who do you admire on the field?
My dad and my mom are my mentors. I look up to my brother and sister as well. As far as soccer specific, I’ve always enjoyed watching Steven Gerrard play. He’s my favorite player on both sides of the field. How would your teammates describe you?
I hope they say hardworking! I talk a lot on field, not necessarily trash-talking or anything like that, but I try to be pretty vocal. Sometimes it’s annoying. So I guess they would say hardworking and annoying. I’m definitely not the most athletic.
What do you do for fun when it’s not soccer season?
I love going to all sorts of sporting events. KU, Royals, Chiefs. K-State is a little far sometimes. But I also like playing other sports, like basketball. Do you have any big vacations planned during the off-season? Where is your favorite place to go when you leave Kansas City?
I try to go somewhere every off-season. It was my first time in Charleston, S.C., this off-season. That was a lot of fun. I always enjoy visiting my sister in Portland. A couple of my good friends got married on New Years four years ago. The wedding party still takes a trip every year. Let’s be real, Seth: Is it called football or soccer?
Oh, it’s soccer.
Would you rather see the Royals win the World Series or the Kansas City Chiefs win the Super Bowl?
And is there anything you wish to tell Kansas City and the Sporting KC fans?
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Yes! Just keep coming out and keep supporting us. You’re awesome.
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HEALTH & BEAUTY
BY JULIE BURTON
A Runner’s Shoes Running is a mind game. It’s one step in
Olathe, has completed 10 marathons and
wore,” he says. “The most common injury
front of the other. It’s mind over matter.
several smaller races. His biggest feat was
in runners is plantar fasciitis, which feels
running 83 miles in the fall of 2013.
like a stabbing pain in the heel. We see at
The matter just happens to fall on a good pair of running shoes.
least one of those a day. We also see pa“It wasn’t my shoes that finished the 83
tients with shin splints, iliotibial (IT) band
miles, it was me,” Miller says. “I have run
injuries, tendonitis, and — yes — even
Your feet contain more than a quarter of
other races with blistered feet. And I have
toenails falling off. It’s all because of the
all the bones in your body. And there’s a
run races where my toenails have fallen off.
wrong shoe.”
good reason: resilience. With every step
Not wearing the right shoes will do that.”
you take, an intricate system of muscles, Dr. Todd Van Wyngarden from Podiatry
vidual. Two women with the same size foot
works as a unit.
Associates in Kansas City agrees. “When
may not run with the same type of shoe.
injuries occur on the foot, the first thing
Choosing a running shoe should be treated
we look at is the type of shoe the runner
like buying a car: Do lots of research.
Longtime runner Doug Miller, from
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Leslie Nottberg, owner of Elite Feet in
ment your toes hit the ground, they expand.
“We make everyone walk or jog in our store.
Overland Park, says running shoes are highly
It’s the body’s way of naturally absorbing
We are looking at your ankles, where your
personalized. “We look at several factors
the shock. Your arch can determine the type
foot lands, whether you roll in or roll out.
when you try on running shoes, not just if
of stability in a shoe. Nottberg recommends
We are watching your lower back and how
the shoe is the right size,” she explains. “How
shoes be replaced every 400 to 500 miles.
your weight is distributed,” Nottberg says.
you run will point us in the direction of
Running four to five times a week for six
“We observe all the clues to find your perfect
which shoe to try.”
months is the average lifetime of a running
shoe. Breaking in the shoes is not needed.
shoe. Changing out shoes every six months
Ideally, you should be able to buy a pair of
The first step is to determine what type of
will also keep your comfort level at a maxi-
shoes and go run a race the same day.”
exercise you will be doing. A 17-year-old
mum. “People sometimes forget our feet
high school track runner will use shoes dif-
change as we age,” she shares. “Your shoes
The human body is made to move, and that
ferently than a 35-year-old woman running
should be changing as you do too.”
movement starts from the ground up. Your
a mud race. “Always use your running shoes
feet control your balance and support the
for running. You should never use them as
Finally, where your foot makes initial con-
everyday shoes,” Nottberg says. “Your run-
tact with the ground will tell you where you
ning shoes are your only piece of equip-
should have more cushion. Some people will
Longtime runners like Miller will tell you
ment. Investing in the right type will prevent
need to add insoles and some don’t need any
running is mind over matter. “But if your
injury, make you more comfortable, and in
until the shoe itself is worn out. It helps to
feet are injured, you aren’t going anywhere,”
turn, yields faster running times.”
determine whether you roll to the inside of
Nottberg says. And that’s when shoes that
your foot, roll to the outside, or stay neutral.
matter take over the mind.
You should try a shoe a half-size bigger than
A person with a flat arch will need more
your everyday shoes, Nottberg says. The mo-
support than someone with a neutral arch.
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WHITE BUFFALO TRADING CO.: AUTHENTIC NATIVE AMERICAN GOODS IN KC BY BETHANEY WALLACE Photos / Samantha Levi
The Native American culture has a rich history, with stories of bloodlines and ancestry, honor and pride, and their day-to-day lives. But one of the biggest traditions of all is their handmade products: jewelry, decor, and more. You can find such items at Overland Park’s own White Buffalo Trading Co. The 21-year-old store is, now located at 135th and Metcalf, offers hand carvings of animals and other decor, jewelry, vases, bowls, and more. Owner Pamela Minick, who is of Dakota and Pottawatomie heritage, got her start by living her cultural life while managing different retail stores across the U.S. When Minick moved her Native American store to Kansas, she named it after
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the White Buffalo Calf Woman, an important cultural legend. She buys only from the artists — from New Mexico, Arizona, South Dakota, and Wisconsin — which helps cut costs and ensures all items are authentic. “It’s important to know who you’re purchasing from,” she says. “I’m always careful when I buy.” The tribes take great pride in their work, she says, and all use handcrafting methods that have been passed down for generations. It’s this level of intricacy and authenticity that Minick’s customers have come to love. Folks travel in from all across the country in order to purchase from White Buffalo, she says. Minick has customers from Alaska, Germany, Japan, as well as a big local following. Minick, herself, was quick to point out that she ”is very blessed to live my culture everyday in peace and beauty.” One of the newest collections she’s excited to offer to clients is AYA Pacific Northwest Eyewear. White Buffalo Trading is one of just three shops in the U.S. selling this designer collection. World-renowned First Nations artist Corrine Hunt was commissioned for this first series of AYA accessories. Hunt’s contemporary art, which ref lects the themes and traditions of her First
Nations Kwakiutl and Tlingit heritage, has been displayed from Whistler to Singapore. The affordable collection features eyewear crafted with high-quality acetates and metals, leading-edge hardware, and protective, polarized lenses.
White Buffalo Trading Co. is open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Call 913.789.8858 for information or find the shop on Facebook and Instagram. Or, sign up for their email alerts for notification of sales or artist demonstration events.
Of all the items in the store, jewelry is the top seller, she notes. Some of the more intricate jewelry is made with heishi — tiny, handmade beads carved by the Santa Domingo nation in New Mexico. And all of the jewels and stones in the jewelry have come from mines found within the U.S. Minick says this helps make the jewelry unique, as stones can carry different features, depending on where they were mined. Because several mines have been closed, there is a market for rare goods. Some customers even order specialty pieces, which are then handcrafted. “If [a customer] can draw it, [the artists] can make it,” she says.
“ N ative American jewelry lasts for a lifetime. You can start with a large piece and then put smaller pieces with it. All of those can be passed down in your family.” — Pamela Minick The jewelry pieces in her store are made with amethysts, turquoise, coral, shiny oyster, opal, onyx, or a combination of any of the above. But even with a single material, there can be a vast difference. The color of turquoise — Minick’s personal favorite of all her inventory — ranges from white to green to teal to blue. This variety is just part of what makes the store so special, she says.
Turquoise is Pamela Minick’s favorite type of jewelry, because it lasts for a lifetime.
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“Native American jewelry lasts for a lifetime,” Minick explains. “So you can start with a large piece and then put smaller pieces with it. All of those can be passed down in your family.” One of her more unique items includes a belt from the 1800s. A customer brought it in from an auction, along with proof of authenticity, and she’s been admiring it ever since. It’s items like these, she says, that create an even more enjoyable source of work.
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“These items bring a touch of a people, different tribes that you don’t hear about anymore,” Minick shares. “They’re wearable art that’s been passed down from generation to generation.” The store also offers cleaning and repair services, a perfect setup for pieces that have been passed down by generations or are worn on a daily basis and have become “well-loved.”
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HOME & GARDEN
BY ASHLEY PUDERBAUGH
ESSENTIAL KITCHEN TOOLS EVERY COOK MUST HAVE
We all have to eat to survive. But how comfortable individuals feel in the kitchen can range from those adventurous home cooks who tackle complicated recipes … to those who consider it a success when they don’t burn the grilled cheese. No matter your skill level, there are some
way through the handle. “It doesn’t have
plains. “Teflon is only OK for cooking eggs.
kitchen tools you must have in your kitchen
to be $200, but it’s worth it to get the most
You shouldn’t cook with it any other time
that will make cooking a much more enjoy-
top-of-the-line knife that you can afford,”
because it leaches toxins. If it has a scratch,
able experience, says Sandy DiGiovanni,
she says.
you should throw it out.”
KNIFE STEEL OR STONE
Instead, she says, cast iron is natural Teflon.
Don’t forget to purchase the steel to keep
Simply season your cast-iron skillet when
your knife sharp. Swiping your knife over
you get it, and then clean it and re-season
the steel two or three times before every use
after each use. To season your pan, heat
is worth it to invest in them.
ensures the little dings don’t dull your blade.
it up on the stovetop until it is smoking
CHEF’S KNIFE
Then, every six months, take your knife to
hot, then rub a little oil into it and let it
get professionally sharpened, she says.
cool. Repeat this process multiple times on
staff instructor at the Culinary Center of Kansas City. Perhaps you have some of these items already. Chances are good, though, that you don’t have all of these. But if you spend time in the kitchen, she says, it
Get a whole set of knives if you can, DiGiovanni says. If that’s not possible, however, definitely invest in a good chef ’s knife. Look for one that has steel all the
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DURABLE COOKWARE “Everyone needs a goods set of pans — not aluminum and not Teflon,” DiGiovanni ex-
a new pan, and just once after every use thereafter. Stainless-steel pots will give you more
even distribution of heat, DiGiovanni says. And, although we’ve been taught over the years that fat is bad, you will need to use fats or a
3 INGREDIENTS TO KNOW AND LOVE
“People usually just guess on temperatures and then burn meat, so
Do you understand how to use these three key ingredients? Jessica Glauberman, a cook at The American Restaurant, explains the importance of each.
a thermometer takes the guessing out of it,” DiGiovanni shares. You
1. Salt: Cooks use salt in all
spray to ensure your meat doesn’t stick.
MEAT THERMOMETER
should reach 165 degrees on chicken, 140 degrees on pork, and 115 to 135 for rare to medium steak.
FOOD PROCESSOR This tool offers so much versatility in the kitchen. You can use it to grate cheese, chop vegetables, make pie dough, create dressings and sauces, shred carrots, and so much more. “Like a knife, everyone needs to invest in a food processor that’s at the top of their budget, plus whatever attachments you can buy,” she notes. “It’s invaluable.”
WOODEN SPOON, TONGS, KITCHEN SHEARS Well-made utensils will last a long time, she says. A wooden spoon is nonreactive and won’t scratch your cookware. Tongs that lock into place are a must for any kitchen. “Don’t go into your office and grab a pair of scissors to use in the kitchen,” DiGiovanni says. “Use kitchen shears only. I use mine in the garden to get herbs and then cut the herbs with them right over my salads.”
your food, because it enhances the flavor. “When cooking from scratch, you don’t have to worry about overdoing it on salt,” she says. “It’s when you are using prepared, preserved, and packaged foods that you should watch out for it.” Salt needs time to dissolve and penetrate the food, she says. Big cuts of meat can be salted up to an hour before cooking, and singleserving steaks and chops should be salted 15 minutes before. Salting, or dry-curing, overnight in the refrigerator is a great way to boost the juiciness meat.
think first about whether you want to introduce a new flavor.”
2. Vinegar: This is just as
important as salt. In restaurants, she says, vinegar sits right next to the shaker and is often used when cooks are doing the final tasting of the recipe because it enhances flavors similarly. “Have a few different kinds on hand and use a few drops or more to balance the flavors in soups, sauces, braises, etc.,” Glauberman explains. “You won’t taste it, but it affects the overall taste of the dish.”
3. Oil: While great for flavor,
Glauberman notes that olive oil has a low-smoking point, which means you can’t heat it very high without it smoking and losing its flavor qualities. So if you’re frying and sauteing, use a neutralflavored oil with a high smoking point, such as canola or grapeseed.
Finally, “don’t automatically group salt with pepper,” Glauberman says. “If you are thinking about flavor, remember that salt enhances it, while pepper changes it. So
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For the past two-and-a-half years, Kristi Little, owner of Texture Salon in Overland Park, has specialized in creating unique looks for her clients that complement and ref lect each client’s lifestyle. In addition to the wide range of services you’d expect from a salon, such as haircuts, color, highlights, nail services, waxing, and more, Little is continually introducing new and innovative products and services that reinforce Texture’s reputation as one of the premier salons in the area.
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also gluten-free — a rarity in the industry. “It’s a very healthy formula for the skin,” she adds. Because Be Natural Cosmetics are applied with an airbrush, Little explains, you use 10 times less product than is needed with other types of makeup. The coverage is better and lasts longer. “You can also mix two shades to create the perfect match for every season,” she says.
Kristi Little is continually introducing new and innovative products and services that reinforce Texture Salon’s reputation as one of the premier salons in the area. In addition to saving time, Little points out that using Be Natural Cosmetics also saves you money because there is no need for brushes or other tools that are necessary for conventional cosmetics. For that reason, Be Natural is also more hygienic and better for your skin, because most people don’t usually clean their brushes as frequently as they should. Texture Salon offers free consultations and color matching as well as special occasion applications of Be Natural Cosmetics. You also can purchase the system for home use. Starter kits, which cost about $199, provide you with the basics, including primer, foundation, bronzer or blush, and setting mist. The air compressor is also included and comes with training on how to use and care for it. Concealers, lip stains, and lip glosses are available for purchase separately. Another product Little is excited to share with her clients is Babe Hair Extensions, the first extensions Little says she has tried herself and feels confident recommending to her clients. “Babe Hair Extensions are 100 percent human hair, which means you are able to do everything you would with your own hair,” Little explains. The stylists at Texture are professionally trained and certified in the application of these revolutionary hair extensions. They can be applied not only for additional length but greater volume, and they blend easily into hair. It typically takes 30 minutes to an hour for stylists to apply a full head of hair. These extensions can be reused up to three times and last three to six months with proper care. Unlike application methods typical of other extensions, Babe Hair Extensions are taped in using medical-grade adhesive designed
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How to Help Your Teen Find Summer Work BY BRIDGET MASON HESS
If you have a teenager prone to lazing around the house during summer break, it’s not too late to help him or her seek gainful employment. Aside from the obvious perk of earning some cash, your teen also will hone valuable life skills through the first-job experience: the importance of work ethic, the value of a dollar, how to interact with and get along with others, money and time management, learning how to be more independent, and various other “real-world” skills that can’t be taught in a classroom. Here, we’ve culled together some tips for helping teens find, land, and keep a summer job.
Finding a summer job Foodservice and retail jobs are often top picks for teens. Other options to consider
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are: yard work, pet sitting, babysitting, lifeguard or pool staff, camp counselor, office administrative or internship work. There is no better time than the teen years to enjoy a job that allows young people to work outdoors or alongside friends. However, it’s never too early to start building a resume and relevant job skills. Challenge your teen to not just think about which jobs might be fun, but also which jobs could be a good educational and networking experience for her. Aside from looking at online job boards, she should ask around and inquire in person. This serves the dual purpose of not only identifying available jobs, but also valuable practice communicating in a professional setting. Encourage your teen to walk into
area businesses to ask about job openings, or even email (in a professional, well-written message) local business owners, friends, and neighbors. Even if the potential job has a casual setting, this is an opportunity for your teen to practice putting her best foot forward in the way she presents herself when inquiring about or applying for a job. Remind your teen that in the real world, jobs often are not found when a “help wanted” sign is posted in the window; many potential positions are unadvertised but can be sought out by asking the right people and making a great impression. I know that my story is not unique when I share that I landed my own first internship during college (which led to a job at the
same company years later) after having babysat for the children of a department head for several years. Many of us have stories like this, because after all, it’s sometimes who you know as much as what you know that counts, right?
Prep your teen for success I informally polled a few people I know who regularly interview youth for internships or hourly jobs. Common mistakes interviewees often make that keep them from landing (or keeping) a job include failure to show up on time, make eye contact, dress appropriately, and communicate professionally. While these are obvious to most adults, not all teens have mastered basic professional etiquette, have had the experiences to know how to handle an interview situation, or even what may be expected of them at a job. For
example, a colleague was recently collecting applications for a summer internship position. One applicant emailed her saying, “I’m not familiar with what a cover letter is,” when asked to submit a cover letter and resume. While we giggled about it and also felt sorry for the student for not thinking to ask a friend, parent, teacher, or even Google “cover letter” before emailing this embarrassing question to a potential boss, it was a glaring example of how some young people just aren’t familiar with professional decorum and need to be taught! Make sure your teen isn’t the subject of office laughs by discussing this simple checklist with him: o Dress for the interview. o Be on time. o Make eye contact.
o T hink about and practice how you might respond to interview questions in advance. o K now where you are going — practice driving to the interview site in advance if needed. o Offer a firm handshake. o F ill out your application neatly and your resume without typos. o F ollow through — do what you say you’ll do. o S ay thank you — in person, and then with a prompt letter (type the letter and proofread it for errors before sending). o U nderstand what your boss expects of you and what your job description entails. o B e reliable; as in, be there when you are supposed to be there. o E njoy your job, but remember work time is for working — not texting, socializing, etc.
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Fathers are often the source of
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“Pray for wisdom. Ask for wisdom. That’s been great advice. It has helped me in seeking help outside of myself.” — Jayne Torline, co-owner of 3 Women and an Oven, which offers delicious, made-from-scratch goodies.
“As an adolescent and a teenager, I often complained about things not being fair: I didn’t get the grade I thought I deserved, parental decisions were unfair, I wasn’t appreciated for my hard work. My father would never argue the point, never disagree. He would simply say, ‘Offer it up.’ As a teenager, this infuriated me. I assumed he was dismissing my concerns. As an adult, though, I have grown to appreciate this statement as a guiding principle in my life. It means: ‘I hear you, acknowledge your complaint, and let it go. Move past the whining and do something about it. Don’t dwell in the negative.” — Dr. Jill Jenkins, owner of the pediatric dental practice Jenkins & LeBlanc. “If you’re struggling to make a difficult decision, ask yourself, ‘If I don’t do this am I going to regret it later?’ If the answer to that question is yes, then do it. If the answer is no, then don’t. It’s as simple as that.” — Cate DePrisco, owner (along with husband, John) of a Volkswagen bus photo booth company, The Photo Bus.
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UNBEELIEVEABLE POLLINATORS FACING THREATS What may seem like an annoying pest — or even a
However, and rather unfortunately, we’re seeing a
dangerous one for many — bees actually provide
decline in bees. Without bees we would see a huge
more than most of us truly understand. They aren’t
loss in our agriculture and livestock. This should be
simply a nuisance with a venomous sting. They deliv-
alarming for anyone, but the biggest question is
er something vital to our survival: pollination.
what can we do to prevent the loss of more bees?
About one-third of the food we consume is pollen-
Scientists suggest pesticides are one of the greatest
dependent, according to an article published by
causes of disease and death within honey bees,
the BBC. In other words, bees are required for the
so be aware of what you are using in your garden.
reproduction of those foods. Many of the meat
Because lack of nutrition is another culprit, you can
products we consume also rely on the exact pollin-
plant more flowers and add herbs to your garden —
ation process in order to survive.
even potted plants will do the trick!
An average colony of 50,000 bees pollinates
Without bees we’re destined to live in a world with
roughly 43,000 square feet of various fruit trees a
less variety of food, and quite possibly a shortage.
year. Including the vast amount of pollination done
Our pesky friends don’t seem as pesky anymore.
by a colony, bees also produce that luscious edible gold: honey.
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MIND & BODY
BY HODDY POTTER
Finding Meaningful Work Monday morning. How do those two words make you feel? If
you reach your goal. Here are some potential steps to finding
you’re like the majority of Americans, you probably don’t like
your dream job.
that phrase. In fact, for many people, Mondays are something they dread. Why? Because they don’t like their job. Job dissatisfaction is a common malady for Americans as they run on the
WHAT MAKES YOUR HEART SING?
hamster wheel of life.
You may already know what you love to do. But if you don’t, it’s no reason to panic. You just have to do a little more work.
But not everyone hates Mondays. Some people welcome Monday mornings with a big grin and open arms because they love their
First, consider taking an aptitude test. These tests are designed to
job. Confucius once said, “Choose a job you love and you will
highlight not only your interests, but also your skills. They can
never have to work a day in your life.” Though he lived thousands
help you align your passion and your talents.
of years ago, this sentiment is more true now than ever. Second, reflect. Spend some time alone thinking about what Choosing a job you love that also supports a lifestyle or a family
really lights you up. If money and time were no object, what
can seem daunting. As an example, how plausible is it that a
would you be doing? “Make a list of things that energize you or
nine-to-five cubicle dweller living in the Midwest could actually
that you are passionate about and hold nothing back — if you
monetize his love of travel and become a travel writer escaping
do not have a clue — then explore,” says Jill Tupper, a Kansas
to exotic locales?
City life coach and wellness expert. Ask yourself which things on the list hold some level of meaning for you and avoid judging or
But, as with most things, making a step-by-step plan will help
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dismissing anything insignificant due to size or impact. Then,
consider which ones make you smile. According to Tupper, those are the ones to focus on. You must identify your passion before you make a plan. Otherwise you will not have the tenacity to succeed over the long haul.
SURROUND YOURSELF WITH LIKE-MINDED FOLKS Befriend people who love their job. Of course, no job is perfect at all times, but hanging out with friends who are positive about their everyday life and their career path enlivens you and will inspire you to realize you can achieve that as well. These people might just give you the push you need to start working toward your goal.
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Doing this definitely helped me find my start on the path to my dream job. Prior to my current career, I was an attorney at a big-name California law firm. The associates at the firm worked long hours and many engaged in daily discussions about how they hated their jobs, hated the hours, and hated the lack of control over their own schedule. Almost everyone wished they worked somewhere else.
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Although it felt great to commiserate about how bad things were, it did not make going to work any easier. Outside of work, I spent time with friends from my exercise studio who were making plans to open studios of their own. Although it took me nearly six years to leave the law firm, I now own two fitness studios. But I never would have jumped ship had I spent all my time with my law-firm colleagues. I only did so after hearing my other friends talking excitedly about their fledgling businesses and telling me how much they loved teaching fitness classes.
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Ingredients
Ingredients
1/2 cup lime juice 1/2 cup water 1/2 cup coconut sugar 1 medium-sized watermelon (about 4 cups) 1/4 cup mint leaves
Directions In a saucepan bring the lime juice, water, and coconut sugar to a boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Set this simple syrup mixture aside to cool. Chop up the watermelon into small pieces and place in the blender. Process until smooth. Add mint leaves and simple syrup mixture to blender with the watermelon and process until the mint leaves appear to be well-blended. Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 6 to 8 hours or until firm. Remove sorbet from the freezer 5 minutes before eating.
1 cup orange juice 1/3 cup coconut sugar 2 cups Malbec* 2 cups mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, blackberries)
Directions In a saucepan, bring the orange juice and coconut sugar to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. Set it aside to cool. Add the Malbec, berries, and the sugar and orange juice to the blender. Process until well-blended. Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 6 to 8 hours or until firm. Remove sorbet from the freezer 5 minutes before eating. * B ecause I did not cook the wine, this should be served to those 21 and older. Also, alcohol slows the freezing process. Adding liqueurs will result in a softer product, which will melt faster.
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TRENDS
BY MELANIE KNOPKE
DO IT FOR He’s our hero, or Mr. Fix It, a shoulder to cry on, and our biggest cheerleader. On June 21, we celebrate Father’s Day! It’s the one time a year we can really show our dads how much we care about them. Here is a fun round up of gifts from some of our favorite local companies. BE ROYAL
If you live in Kansas City, you are most likely rooting for the boys in blue. Dad can show off his team spirit at the office or special events with these Kansas City Royals cufflinks. ($70, Geno’s Clothiers in Park Place, 913.814.0866)
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What dad doesn’t love a nice cold beer, especially from our beloved Boulevard. You can schedule a brewery tour or give him a gift card to use toward his favorite Boulevard products. (boulevard.com)
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Our favorite KC heart designs by Charlie Hustle are now available on hats. These are 100 percent wool, with an adjustable leather strap and made in the U.S. ($56, charliehustleshop.com)
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The men in your life may not admit it, but they enjoy a spa treatment as much as we do. Treat him to the Steam and Clean, a 45-minute “masculine” facial from Katie J Skincare. ($65, 913.406.4069)
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The Liberty Memorial in downtown KC opened on Veteran’s Day in 1926. The memorial, which rises 268 feet above the north lawn, features the Flame of Inspiration, representing freedom and patriotism. You can take an elevator, followed by 45 stairs, to the open-air observation deck for a breathtaking, 360-degree view of downtown.
The fountain took a hiatus this winter for its first major renovation in more than 50 years, according to The Kansas City Star. Now, the bronze statues, sculpted by Henri Greber in 1910, have been restored to their former glory.
The now beloved shuttlecocks were a source of controversy when they were first installed in 1994. But the husband-and-wife team Claes Oldenburg and Coosje van Bruggen pushed forward with their vision of the museum building as a badminton net, with three shuttlecocks resting on the south lawn, and the fourth over the “net,” on the north lawn.
The Scout has kept watch over Penn Valley Park in Kansas City since 1916. The 10-foot-tall bronze statue depicts a Sioux Indian on horseback surveying the landscape. From the base of the statue, you can get a panoramic view of downtown.
Everyone has an opinion about those four pylons atop Bartle Hall. Officially, the installation — designed by R.M. Fischer in 1994 — is called “Sky Stations.” Each art deco-inspired structure is made of aluminum and steel, and they all support the steel cables that suspend Bartle Hall above Truman Road and Interstate 670.
Completed in 1915 to connect the Central Business District of downtown Kansas City to the West Bottoms, the long, double-decker bridge fell into disrepair in the early 2000s. Renovations completed in 2010 brought it up to code and preserved the beautiful stone archways. Now, the lower level is often rented out for events.
Former president Harry S. Truman’s beautiful home showcases the simple life he and his beloved Bess enjoyed in Independence before, during, and after his presidency. Today, you can tour the first floor of the house, which remains the same as when they lived there.
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JUN 19–21 Kansas City Regional Quilt Festival Overland Park Convention Center, 6000 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS facebook.com/kcrqf 10 am–6 pm Friday–Saturday, 10 am–3 pm Sunday This inaugural festival is set to be the largest quilt expo of its kind in the area. The festival provides the perfect opportunity to get inspired for your next project, whether traditional or contemporary You also can see showcased quilts from area guilds, shop with a variety of vendors, and learn from some of the area’s top quilters.
JUN 4–7 Old Shawnee Days 2015 Shawnee Town, 11600 Johnson Dr, Shawnee, KS oldshawneedays.org The Old Shawnee Day’s parade is one of the largest in Kansas, with awards given in several categories. This year’s theme is “Back to the Future.” JUN 4–21 Jesus Christ Superstar Musical Theater Heritage, Crown Center, 2450 Grand Blvd, Kansas City, MO 816.545.6000 / mthkc.com This Andrew Lloyd Webber masterpiece presents the story of Jesus and his disciples, or followers, from the time they enter into Jerusalem until Jesus’ betrayal by Judas Iscariot and eventual crucifixion at the hands of the Romans.
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JUN 5–6 Hospital Hill Runs Grand Blvd near Crown Center, Kansas City, MO hospitalhillrun.com 7 pm Friday: Hospital Hill UMKC School of Medicine 5K 7 am Saturday: 42 Annual Hospital Hill Run (half marathon and 10K) JUN 5–6 The 30th Annual Sugar Creek Slavic Festival Mike Onka Memorial Building grounds, 11520 E Putnam, Sugar Creek, MO slavicfest.com The festival features the various Slavic customs and events continued by the people of Sugar Creek. Grammy-nominated Alex Meixner, master of the accordion, returns to headline. Festival-goers also can enjoy the Miss Czech-Slovak Missouri Pageant, the annual kielbasa eating contest, traditional music and dance, museum artifacts, traditional cuisine, and more.
vendors, BBQ contest, carnival, kids area, and more. JUN 5–7 Kansas City PrideFest 2015 Berkley Riverfront Park, Kansas City, MO gaypridekc.org 6 pm–midnight Friday, noon–11 pm Saturday, noon–6 pm Sunday Celebrate diversity and see live music from international, national, and local acts. The event features a kids and family area and food trucks. JUN 6 Bump. Set. Spike. CURE. Volleyball Tournament Shawnee Mission Beach Volleyball, 19800 Johnson Dr, Shawnee, KS 11:15 am This afternoon of volleyball, food, drinks, and a silent auction aims to raise money for Relay for Life of Shawnee.
JUN 6 Vaile Mansion 2015 Strawberry Festival 1500 N Liberty St, Independence, MO 9 am–4 pm 816.833.1646 / vailemansion.org Enjoy more than 600 pounds of strawberries served in shortcake, ice cream, and floats. The festival boasts more than 100 booths full of antiques, crafts, and flower plants, plus carriage rides, a ballet show, and more entertainment. JUN 6 The Inaugural Midwest Tea Fest JC Nichols Auditorium Lobby, National World War I Museum, 100 W 26th St, Kansas City, MO midwestteafest.com 10 am–4 pm At this benefit for Harvesters, you can shop a boutique of loose-leaf tea vendors, teaware merchants,
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JUN 2 National Geographic: The Hidden Lives of Wolves Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, 1601 Broadway, Kansas City, MO kauffmancenter.org 7:30 pm Jim and Jamie Dutcher lived in a tented camp bordering Idaho’s Sawtooth Wilderness. For six years, they documented the social hierarchy and behavior of the Sawtooth Pack, wolves they bottlefed as pups. They weave fascinating stories and stunning images about the world the wolf faces and solutions for their survival from on-the-ground biologists.
JUN 5 Jazzoo Kansas City Zoo, 6800 Zoo Dr, Kansas City, MO jazzookc.org Jazzoo celebrates the Zoo’s beloved orangutans as it raises money for their new habitat. You will enjoy local and regional entertainment on four different stages and more than 65 of the area’s finest restaurants serving delicious complimentary delectables.
JUN 5–7 KC Symphony Classical: Daphnis and Chloé Helzberg Hall, Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, 1601 Broadway, Kansas City, MO kauffmancenter.org JUN 5–7 Downtown Days: Streets Alive Downtown Lee’s Summit, MO Noon–10 pm Friday, 10 am–10 pm Saturday, 11 am–4 pm Sunday 816-246-6598 / downtownls.org An annual tradition each year, more than 80,000 people kick off the summer. The festival spans six city blocks and highlights include: live entertainment, a variety of
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and more. Get free samples to take home as well as try at the festival. Presentations and workshops will increase your knowledge of teas and tea preparation, tea culture, and health benefits. JUN 6–7 18th Annual Gladstone Bluesfest Oak Grove Park, 76th & N Troost 816.436.4523 5 pm JUN 9–14 Broadway National Tour: Camelot Starlight Theatre, 4600 Starlight Rd, Kansas City, MO 816.363.7827 / kcstarlight.com 8pm Camelot recounts the timehonored legend of King Arthur, Guenevere, Lancelot, and the Knights of the Round Table. This enchanted fable of chivalry, majesty and brotherhood is a four-time Tony Award® winning show. JUN 12–14 Annual Greek Festival In Overland Park St. Dionysios Greek Orthodox Christian Church, 8100 W 95th St, Overland Park, KS 913.341.7373 / stdionysios.org/ festival/index.php 5–10 pm Friday, 11 am–10 pm Saturday, 11 am–8 pm Sunday Clap your hands and dance along with the troupes: the Ikouyennia (Family) dancers and the Delta Dynamis dancers. Also make sure to check out the traditional cuisines and browse the plaka (Athenian marketplace). JUN 12–27 The Taste Test Musical Theater Heritage, 2450 Grand Blvd, Kansas City, MO 816.221.6987 / mthkc.com It’s 1985 and the biggest cola company in the world is about to shock America. Among the movers and shakers are: an aging leader who wants to prove she still rocks, a second-in-command who is always the smartest person in the room, and a woman who prides herself on always telling the truth. The question they will all wrestle
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with is, “What would it take for your best friend to betray you?” JUN 13 2015 Rattlesnake’s Run For Autism (Motorcycle Run) Hurricane Allie’s Bar & Grill, 5541 Merriam Dr, Merriam, KS Noon–1:30 pm registration, 2 pm run starts All bikes and cars are welcome at this benefit for the Autism Society – The Heartland. JUN 13 2nd Annual PorchFestKC 2015 44th to 47th streets and Genessee to Terrace streets in Kansas City, MO porchfestkc.com Noon–5 pm Last year’s event featured 70 bands on 34 porches, spread across a 20-block radius. At this free, unique music fest, you’ll hear a variety of local bands performing acoustic or near-acoustic sets lasting between one to two hours. Bands perform for tips. Also at the fest will be several food trucks. (Rain date: Jun 14) JUN 13 Dine and Dance with the Stars Overland Park Marriott, 10800 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS 913.451.8000 / bmafoundation. org 5 pm JUN 14 The 28th Annual Dog-n-Jog Central and Ward Parkway, Kansas City, MO hsgkc.org 7–10:30 am This one- and two-mile run/walk for people and their dogs benefits The Humane Society of Greater Kansas City, a no-kill, nonprofit organization. JUN 16 – JULY 5 The Heart of America Shakespeare Festival: King Lear Southmoreland Park, Emanuel Cleaver II Blvd and Oak St, Kansas City, MO kcshakes.org
6 pm gates open, 6:30 pm preshow parody, 7 pm Show Talk, 7:15 pm pre-show parody, 8 pm play begins JUN 19–20 2015 Big Slick Celebrity Weekend bigslickkc.org Join Kansas City’s own Rob Riggle, Paul Rudd, Jason Sudeikis, David Koechner, Eric Stonestreet, and their celebrity friends for the Big Slick Celebrity Weekend. Your participation will support Children’s Mercy Cancer Center, whose mission is to help improve the physical and emotional well being of children with cancer & their families; JUN 19–21 Boulevardia West Bottoms, Kansas City, MO boulevardia.com The three-day urban street festival will be highlighted with a craft beer and food sampling experience, music from local, regional, and national acts as well as family activities, entertainment, shopping, and eco-education in a unique urban setting. JUN 19–21 KC Symphony Classical: Season Finale: A Hero’s Life Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, 1601 Broadway, Kansas City, MO kauffmancenter.org JUN 20 Outpace Poverty The National World War I Museum at Liberty Memorial, 100 W 26th St, Kansas City, MO 816.659.8226 / outpacepoverty. org 7 am registration, 8 am walk Outpace Poverty benefits Catholic Charities of Kansas City–St. Joseph, which provides services that assist more than 72,000 neighbors in need in our community each year, regardless of faith, race, or ethnicity. After the walk, stay for music, treats, family activities, and visits from the city’s most beloved sports mascots.
JUN 22–23 Musical Mondays and Tuesdays Musical Theater Heritage, Crown Center, 2450 Grand Blvd, Kansas City, MO 816.545.6000 / mthkc.com 7:30 pm each night A high-energy evening of musical theater-flavored cabaret starring KC’s top performers and backed by a full band. Each show revolves around a featured musical, with history and insight given by MTH Executive Director George Harter. JUN 26 KC Critical Mass Bicycle Ride Sunfresh Market, 4001 Mill St, Kansas City, MO kccriticalmass.com 6 pm Critical Mass celebrates the freedom of traveling under your own power and promotes the bicycle as a viable means of transportation. JUN 27 25 Years of Briarcliff Music Festival 4105 N Mulberry Dr, Kansas City, MO 11 am–5 pm Bring a festival chair, and enjoy the entertainment, art, and unique shopping. Restaurants within The Village will offer an array of festival food and drink specials. The festival benefits both New House and the KC Pet Project. JUN 30 – JULY 5 Pippin Starlight Theatre, 4600 Starlight Rd, Kansas City, MO 816.363.7827 / kcstarlight.com 8 pm Broadway’s high-flying, deathdefying hit musical, is full of extraordinary acrobatics, wondrous magical feats, and soaring songs from the composer of Wicked. This unforgettable new production tells the story of one young man’s journey to be extraordinary.
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