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Contents | Features

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Retracing the Book

A defining document in human history, The Bible’s own journey – told through incredible artifacts and research – unfolds as the OKC Museum of Art hosts a new transcontinental exhibition.

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Cheyenne: Cowboy Up!

The Old West spirit is still alive and buckin’ in The Frontier City, but its rowdy past has given way to a deliciously rewarding cowboy cosmopolitan present.

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Days of Wine and… Cake

The best part of having a gift is sharing it, especially if it results in a treat like the multi-talented Mary Jo Watson’s Blackberry Wine Cake.

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When You’re Hot, You’re Hot

Love for and devotion to their families is only the beginning for these caring, community-minded women: the 2011 Hot Mamas are mothers like no others.

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Great Expectations

There’s no holiday called “Soon-toBe-Mother’s Day,” but fashion has fortunately caught up to maternity wear, and looks like these are cause for celebration.

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Properties of Light

Hand-cut stone, copious natural illumination and the loving intangibles that imbue it with life and joy – Jim and Linda Frazier’s home is a personal triumph.

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Letters

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Bling of the Road 20 Rules of the Roundabout 22

Details

Bringing Up Baby 25

Pursuits

Visual Performance Events Calendar

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Wanderlust

Cheyenne: Cowboy Up! 55

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Days of Wine and... Cake

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Properties of Light Setting the Table Project of Note A Haven of Hope

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Marketplace

Ambassadors for the Cause 96 The Buck Stops With You 100 The Most Successful Person I Know 102

Glimpse

When You’re Hot, You’re Hot 105 Down the Stretch 124 The Other Side of Karl Springer 126

Designers’ Notebook

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Great Expectations 128

Out & About

Party Directory 135

Last Laugh

A Stabbing Pain in the Ear 150

Last Look

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Producing our annual Hot Mamas feature is a multi-stage process, and it involves more than just the Slice staff. Our partners in creating the “Hot Mamas experience” invest time, energy and their considerable talents in ensuring that the Mamas love every aspect of it.

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Each year Bob’s is the first face our Hot Mamas see after finding out they have been selected: a dapper gentleman in suit and tie appears and greets each woman, hand-delivering her notification… along with a stunning Calvert’s flower arrangement.

Time after time, we discover that one of the recipients is fairly far away or only available at an inconvenient time and offer to handle her handoff ourselves… and each time Bob gently but firmly declines. This philosopher/ horticulturalist relishes his role as our messenger of good tidings to the remarkable women chosen as Hot Mamas.

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The most common reaction when we explain to our honorees that on top of telling their stories we’re going to make them fashion models isn’t “Hooray!” – it’s “How?” “Easy,” we tell them. “We’ll be going to Trichology first.”

Greg Welchel and the team at Trichology Salon – the term means “the study of hair” – make our Hot Mamas shine on their big day. Welchel puts in extra effort to make sure the salon itself is in perfect, pristine readiness to welcome the stars, then proceeds to build on their own beauty by providing hair and makeup services to rival any high-end establishment in New York or LA. The salon’s convivial atmosphere coupled with the unquestionably luxurious experience of being shampooed, trimmed, styled and made up by friendly pros form a perennial delight for our special guests, and the results are undeniable: Trichology’s creativity and technology create a breathtaking experience for all who enter its doors… including the 12 Hot Mamas you will meet in this month’s issue.

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Letters | From the Editor

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This One’s for the Ladies

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ver feel like it’s just all too much? You’re tired, overworked, overextended? You’re just simply all out of “oomph”? If you have kids, then the answer is probably yes, at least every now and again. If you have kids, a job and/or some seriously heavy commitments

with the community, then the answer is definitely yes. Either that, or you’re one Hot Mama.

Nothing can snap me out of a funk or a mental pity party faster than reading the nominations we receive every year for our annual Hot Mamas feature. The stories make us laugh, cry and feel appropriately humbled by what these women do not just for their families, but for the cities and towns in which they live.

Because the committee that selects the women we feature makes its choices based solely on the written words of those who nominate them, we have to wait until the day of the photo shoot to lay eyes on them. By the time we finally walk into the salon and stand in the same room with the ladies we’ve read so fervently about, we’ve formed one or two expectations based on their loved ones’ anecdotes. Meeting them live and in person, however, is nothing short of captivating.

Conversation tends to start off slowly – the ladies are in unfamiliar company, and we do get underway before sunrise – but as the dryers drone in the background and Starbucks’ finest begins to take effect, the atmosphere quickly grows livelier. Questions are asked and returned, stories are exchanged on all sides and friendships are born before our very eyes. Several times, a tale punctuated by laughter or rolling eyes and groans has reminded me of one of my own kids’ antics, or my mother’s response to being confronted with some bizarre situations while raising us… and I see the same smile forming on other listeners’ faces, too. All of us have, after all, all been down this weird, wonderful road of child-rearing. In the salon, in the limo, at the shoot itself, a bond is formed.

This issue marks the eighth anniversary of the feature, and while the individuals we’ve highlighted over the years have enjoyed tremendous (and well-deserved) public accolades, we can’t help but feel that we’ve benefited greatly from getting to know them. Everyone involved with the feature seems to take away something special from each of these remarkable women, something that we hold dear in our hearts forevermore.

Thanks to everyone, from the Mamas to all who wrote in, for demonstrating the joys of par-

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Photos by VisualityPhoto.com Salon time is a good time!

How did all this testosterone get into the mix on Hot Mama day? Yes, we sometimes allow boys along, particularly when they work for Slice. Pictured are Ronnie Morey, Scott O’Daniel, Erick Gfeller and Steve Gill.

It’s not all fun and games – every Hot Mama had a little homework to do. For some, that involved dialing up one of the kids to find out important details, like what they did that most embarrassed the child.

Our first brave soul steps in front of the camera on the set of Lyric Theatre’s “Boeing Boeing.” Photographer Erick Gfeller, as it turns out, was a touch uncomfortable having his photo taken.

The gifts for our Mamas were so abundant that it took some serious arranging – and just a little pushing and shoving – to make room in the limousine for our honorees.

Jean Latham and Lucille Rose enjoy some getting-to-know-you time.

Erick Gfeller points out Lyric’s “welcome” message on the theatre marquee.

No rest for the weary. Greg Welchel, owner of Trichology Salon, shows up to work very early on Hot Mama day to ensure that everything is “just so” for the ladies. Lauren Hammack, on the other hand, practices her handiwork late into the evening until her “welcome” packets suit her fancy.

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Letters | To the Editor

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Even before this issue had gone to press, a few of our 2011 Hot Mamas dropped us a line to tell us their thoughts about their special day.

To say that the 31st was a big day is an understatement. I was a “Hot Mama” for half the day and a great-grandmother – emphasis on great – the rest of the day (James Andrew Bunch was born at 3:53pm, weighing in at 8 lbs 11 oz). I am so blessed that my life is that way! Never a boring day. Thanks for the article to come. I knew I was in safe hands.

Caroline Cannon Oklahoma City

I had such a good time on Thursday and cannot find the right way to thank everyone at Slice magazine for treating me to a day of pampering and fun! The women I met, both Hot Mamas and the staff of Slice were all so very lovely and generous. All people I will not soon forget. I also wanted to send another HUGE thank you for that incredible goodie-bag full of surprises, gifts and gift cards! I cannot imagine the work that went into collecting all of those exciting goodies for us. I have never, in my life, been given a “swag bag,” but now I can say it is sure a thrill and an honor. I am still overwhelmed by this whole amazing experience. I can’t believe that I was nominated and recognized for simply doing what I love – now that is the secret to a happy life!

Jenny Flax Norman

Thank you to Lauren and everyone at Slice for such a fun day! It was so nice to meet all you and to be pampered all day with great food and goodies (and my hair even survived soccer practice). Thanks for all you do!

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I just wanted to thank you and the Slice staff for a wonderful day. I had a great time and, as you predicted, thoroughly enjoyed meeting all the interesting women that were there today. The goodie bag was tremendous. I waited to open it until I got home and could share the experience with my family. So much fun. Once again, thank you all.

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Spritz | This & That

Bling of the Road

By Lauren Hammack

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here’s no doubt that art can be moving. That’s especially true this month, when some mobile masterpieces hit the pavement. Many of those fanciful rides take their inspiration from a California artist named Harrod Blank.

Blank’s inspiration was born of that age-old, teenage angst over not having a cool enough car. He had nothing to lose at age 16, the year Blank decided his plain white VW Beetle was just that: too plain. Kind of like a canvas. Blank was an artist, after all, so why not paint a rooster on the driver’s door?

The rooster might have garnered enough attention on its own, but by then, Blank was on a roll, decorating the Bug beyond recognition and rightfully earning the car’s eventual moniker, “Oh My God!” And that’s exactly what onlookers exclaimed upon seeing Blank’s tricked-up ride in 1989 when Blank cruised into Houston for the city’s second annual Art Car Parade.

No doubt, a quarter-million spectators will shout, “Oh my God!” about 300 times later this month, as that many cars-turned-art roll along the streets of Houston for the 24th annual Art Car Parade, a roadside attraction that celebrates “the drive to create,” according to The Orange Show Center for Visionary Art, whose mission includes providing opportunities for the kind of personal artistic vision displayed during the three-day Art

Car Weekend, which begins Friday, May 20 and culminates with the parade Sunday, May 22 from 1-3pm.

Closer to home, Living Arts of Tulsa’s 7th annual ArtCar Weekend gears up May 26-29, converting almost anything on wheels into a moving sculpture. The four-day event encourages artists of all types – even welders and mechanics – to share their unique artistic expression with the Tulsa community, in keeping with Living Arts of Tulsa’s aim to present contemporary, non-traditional art to the public.

A Houston Art Car Parade entrant makes its wacky, shiny way along the route.

For more information about Living Arts of Tulsa’s 7th annual ArtCar Weekend, visit www.livingarts.org.

To learn more about Houston’s 24th annual Art Car Weekend, visit www.orangeshow.org/art-car.

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Rules of the Roundabout

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hey are a permanent fixture of the driving landscape in other countries, places like England or Australia. They are designed to keep traffic moving, to minimize accidents, to generally add a dimension of flow to the way individual drivers move from place to place. Welcome to the world of traffic circles… or, to use the proper British term, roundabouts.

Oklahoma City has recently added roundabouts to some public streets, the first being the notorious five-point intersection at N.W. 10th and Walker.

“This is a very effective way of dealing with a unique five-way intersection,” says OKC Planning Director Russell Claus. “It had several objectives – to ensure better traffic flow, to reduce the number of accidents due to confusion about which direction light changes permitted drivers to go, and to provide a feature that provides identity to the Midtown Plaza area.”

Laudable objectives all, but how do city drivers view the new additions?

Are Oklahomans, famously attached to their cars, truly getting the idea?

“I love them, but they aren’t for sissies,” says motorist, mother and business owner Morgan Harris. “I think they are very simple to use and speed up traffic flow considerably… except when timid drivers are too afraid to enter them.”

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mon roundabout errors. “The point of roundabouts is to facilitate better traffic flow, so if no one’s on the left, then the driver should just head straight into the circle. The other mistake I see is that people look at roundabouts like a four-way stop. They do this if no one else is at the circle and they do it if they’ve already given way to someone, at which point they think it’s their turn to enter despite the fact that a second car may be headed their way from the left.”

The rule: look to the left. If no car is coming, enter the traffic circle and exit when needed.

“It really is that simple,” says Claus with a smile.

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nnovation, they say, always arrives too late. Nowhere is that adage truer than on the subject of great stuff for babies and kids. As my babies would bounce, sway or dangle from the doorframe in their Johnny Jump-Up, visiting guests used to look on with certain envy. “They never had anything great like that when our kids were little!” older parents would snivel.

Today, there’s so much more to snivel about if your kids have already outgrown their Johnny Jump-Ups. But if you’re a new parent or a parent-to-be, you’re in luck. Innovation has arrived in the form of some very cool gear for baby (and everyone in baby’s immediate vicinity). We’ve scouted it out for you so you can tend to more urgent matters – because am I the only one who can smell that? may 2011 | slice

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Not even its built-in diaper changing station at the base of the “Elliott” bag from Nest gives it away as being a diaper bag. This buttery soft leather tote is perfect for the mom who prefers not to have to coordinate her wardrobe to match Care Bears or Winnie the Pooh. From BellaBlu Maternity and Baby.

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RETRACING THE BOOK

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he Bible is, in a sense, a road map to life; a guide to help believers navigate their earthly journeys. But viewed historically, this venerable document has undergone a journey of its own: expanding in global influence, being translated into dozens of languages and handed down across generations for millennia. This month, a new exhibit exploring the history of the Bible begins a global tour with its debut in Oklahoma City, as the OKC Museum of Art proudly hosts “Passages.”

“Passages” is the non-sectarian exhibition of a portion of The Green Collection, one of the world’s newest and largest private collections of rare biblical texts and artifacts. Named for the Green family, founders and leaders of Hobby Lobby, the massive collection was assembled at an aggressive pace beginning in November 2009. The speed was enabled by the work of Collection Director Dr. Scott Carroll and the Green family’s desire to make the story of

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the Bible accessible to people of all interests, as well as to scholars worldwide.

“The Bible didn’t come from Mount Sinai to Moses and end up in a Red Roof Inn desk drawer,” said Carroll, who holds a Ph.D. in ancient studies.

“There was a process and ‘Passages’ tells the dramatic story of that process.”

Beginning with its May 16 world premiere, the 14,000-square-foot interactiven exhibition will enable visitors to see, touch, feel and experience the exceptional story of thousands of years of Bible history. Included in the exhibition is one of the earliest pieces of Genesis, along with the Codex Climaci Rescriptus, one of the earliest surviving near-complete Bibles, and the most extensive early biblical texts in Jesus’ household language of Palestinian Aramaic.

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“The opportunity to present such a vast and important collection of biblical artifacts is exceptional,” said Glen Gentele, president and CEO of the OKC Museum of Art. “The exhibition provides a once-in-a-lifetime experience for guests to engage with these rare materials.”

“Passages” paves the way for a permanent site, soon to be selected, where visitors can interact with not only The Green Collection but also visiting exhibits covering the Bible. That permanent installation will also house a research arm – the Green Scholars Initiative – which brings together some of the world’s best and brightest minds to pioneer groundbreaking biblical discoveries through research and technology.

Carroll continued, “The Green Collection provides casual visitors and scholars alike a one-of-a-kind opportunity to go behind the scenes of the most influential work that humankind has ever labored to capture, preserve, translate and study.”

From Oklahoma City, “Passages” will travel to St. Peter’s Square in Vatican City this October and New York this winter – but through October 16, its historic splendor is to be found at the Oklahoma City Museum of Art at 415 Couch Drive. For Museum hours and information, visit www.okcmoa.com or call 236.3100; more details about the Green family’s exhibition are available at www.explorepassages.com.

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The Gallery

canvassing the area’s art

By Steve Gill

DYNASTIC DUO

oklahomaheritage.com, 235.4458 “My father’s spirit and heart was in each piece of his work, and I think that anyone that’s really familiar with his work can see him in each piece,” says sculptor Jason Stone of his inspiration, renowned craftsman Willard Stone. Twenty-five years after his death, the award-winning artist remains a vibrant presence in his state’s creative community thanks to the enduring popularity of his work, the uplifting nature of his life story and the influence he had on his similarly gifted son’s oeuvre – all three of which are on display in the Oklahoma Heritage Museum’s cross-generational exhibit “Living Legacy,” on view through June 18 in the Museum’s Tulsa World Gallery.

BLOSSOMING CREATIVELY pasnorman.org, 307.9320 Born and raised in Germany, Heidi James has traveled all over the world, developing an eye for artistic expression in Malaysia, then branching into oils and later photography. Her talent truly bloomed when she settled in Norman, where the Performing Arts Studio will display a free exhibit of her paintings in the Santa Fe Depot through May 31.

SHOW ME THE AQUATINTS nationalcowboymuseum.org, 478.2250 In 1833, a German prince embarked on a journey to explore the Great Plains and study its peoples’ cultures, bringing Swiss painter Karl Bodmer along to create a visual record. The meticulously rendered results make a vivid collection – they’re on display through May 15 at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum in “Images of the Upper Missouri: Aquatint Engravings After Karl Bodmer.”

Jason Stone, “Songs of the Trail,” based on a sketch from his father’s notebook

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NEWS FLASH ovac-ok.org, 879.2400 Want some quick insight into the photographic process? Hit the OKC Museum of Art on May 19, when a dozen top area camerawielders will convene in the Noble Theatre to discuss and display their work… in no more than five minutes apiece. Curated by Keith Ball, it’s the Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition’s Photo Slam. Tick tock…

VISUALLY ORIENTED inyoureyegallery.com, 525.2161 Practiced in watercolors, acrylics, collage, mixed media and printmaking, and currently exploring quilting, Natalie Friedman cites the Orient as her overwhelming inspiration, saying “The culture, the symbols, the calligraphy, the colors, the spiritualism and the exquisite papers and textiles all speak loudly to me.” See the echoes of that creative voice at the Paseo’s In Your Eye Gallery May 6-31.

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Curtain Calls

metro entertainment takes center stage

By Steve Gill

I DRINK YOUR POTION Poteettheatre.com, 232.7171 Life is odd: one minute you’re desperately bored, the next you’re losing at hedgehog croquet or arguing logic with an invisible cat. You just have to roll with the changes and try to keep a steady head on your shoulders (or fairly near your shoulders). St. Luke’s Poteet Theatre takes a short, strange trip with “Alice in Wonderland” May 6-22.

WHAT’S SO FUNNY ’BOUT ’EM? reduxiontheatre.com, 651.3191 This is the story of the Age of Aquarius – or at least its adherents Claude, Sheila, Berger and an assorted cast of drug users, dropouts, hippies and others seeking enlightenment and meaning in their lives.

As presented by the Reduxion Theatre Company, “Hair” is a paean to peace, love and understanding; May 12-28 at the Broadway Theater.

WE BAND OF SISTERS oklahomashakespeare.com, 235.3700 Fun fact: OCU’s Black Box Theatre cannot hold the vasty fields of France. But neither could the Globe, so then as now the battle of Agincourt is fought in audiences’ imaginations while they focus on the young English king who led his men to glory. Be one of the happy few to witness Oklahoma Shakespeare in the Park’s all-female rendition of “Henry V” May 12-14.

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LUCK BE A LAD

soonertheatre.org, 321.9600 It could be that choosing the name Horseshoe Road has brought the band good fortune, given the widespread demand for their performances and the universal acclaim with which they are received and reviewed. On the other hand, that inarguable success is almost certainly due in large part to the indisputable skill at work, given that the two men in the two-man band are veteran guitarist-singer Brad Benge and fiddlersinger Kyle Dillingham, a violin wunderkind whose speed, precision and palpable love for music have dropped jaws in over two dozen countries. They’re coming to the Sooner Theatre May 5 – don’t leave your attendance to chance.

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HOME IS WHERE YOU PARK IT uco.edu/broadway, 974.2609 cityrep.com, 848.3761 It’s a co-production of Broadway Tonight and CityRep; it’s a soapy comic musical about the lowbrow but lovable lives of a dissatisfied toll booth operator, his agoraphobic wife and the runaway stripper who comes between them; it’s “The Great American Trailer Park Musical!” Up on blocks May 13-15 at UCO and May 20-22 at the OKC Civic Center.

VOICES ACROSS THE WATER canterburyokc.com, 232.7464 A choir backed by a percussion section and guest organist Timothy Olsen will probably sound pretty good on spec, but if that choir is the 150-voice powerhouse Canterbury Choral Society, you’re in for a truly great performance.

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REALITY BLOWS carpentersquare.com, 232.6500 Eat your heart out, William Hung: before YouTube, before television, heiress Florence Foster Jenkins became a sensation as an enthusiastic, committed, unfathomably terrible operatic soprano, routinely performing sold-out concerts to quietly sniggering fans. Her unshakable delusions of grandeur form the backbone of Carpenter Square Theatre’s “Souvenir,” running May 13-June 4 at the Bricktown Hotel and Convention Center.

ONE FINAL FERMATA okcphilharmonic.org, 232.7575 After a magnificent season featuring guest stars from Peter Serkin to Midori, the OKC Philharmonic is almost ready to ring down the curtain on its Classics Series… but not quite. Call it an orchestral victory lap: works by Dvorak, Copland, Wagner, Ravel and more comprise the Philharmonic Showcase, May 21 at the OKC Civic Center.

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brightmusic.org It’s safe to say you’ve never heard anything like the final concert in the Brightmusic season, for the simple reason that no audience has. The outstanding lineup of works by five living American composers includes three works commissioned by the ensemble, two of which are world premieres: Dr. Rob Deemer’s “Quartet for Trumpet and Strings” and Dr. Kris Maloy’s “American Folk Song Medley.” They’re joined by compositions from John Harbison, Bill Douglas and OCU’s Dr. Ed Knight, and there’s no charge for admission (this being the land of the free and all). Enjoy “Americana” May 9 at Casady School’s Fee Theatre and again May 10 at St. Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral in OKC.

AMERICAN IDYLL oklahomachildrenstheatre.org, 606.7003 Life on the Mississippi in the pre-Civil War era often didn’t move very fast – the river was known as “The Big Muddy,” after all – but with the right mindset, that only left more time and opportunity for wholesome shenanigans. Oklahoma Children’s Theatre recounts “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer” through May 8 at OCU’s Burg Theatre.

HEAT SEEKER pasnorman.org, 307.9320 June 21? Who wants to wait for June 21?

Warmer weather graces Oklahoma early, and with the change in seasons comes the Summer Breeze – the Performing Arts Studio’s open-air concert series kicks off May 22 when Bob Livingston, appointed “Austin’s International Music Ambassador,” visits Norman’s Lions Park with a diplomatic gift of masterful songcraft.

ENCORE! Crowd-pleasers held over from last month “Money Matters” J 5/7 jewelboxtheatre.org, 521.1786 Oklahoma Festival Ballet J 5/8 ou.edu/finearts/dance, 325.4101 “Salute to Superheroes” 5/1 okcphilharmonic.org, 232.7575

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he 2010 deadCENTER Film Festival dazzled over 10,000 attendees with films about Oklahoma legends Wayman Tisdale, Mat Hoffman and the Flaming Lips, live appearances by Oscar® nominees Spike Jonze and Rinko Kikuchi and over 100 films from around the world and all over Oklahoma.

This year’s film festival is June 8-12 in downtown Oklahoma City. Slice Magazine has worked with the folks at deadCENTER to provide you with a comprehensive guide to the 2011 festival, so start planning now – you don’t want to miss out on any of the excitement.

HOW IT’S DONE There are two ways to enjoy the festival: an all-access pass for $125 or individual movie tickets for $10 each. The advantages of the all-access pass are first admission to all films and access to all pass-holder parties, educational panels and special events. Individual tickets are sold for each film once the pass holders are admitted and are limited to available seating. Many of the most popular films do sell out, so an all-access pass is the best way to ensure you will get to see the films you want to see.

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Still photo from the basketball documentary “Elevate,” to be screened at 2011 deadCENTER, directed by Anne Buford

THE HIGHLIGHTS Wednesday, June 8 redCENTER Celebrity Gala deadCENTER has one major fundraiser each year, and this is it. For $100, guests get to enjoy cocktails and great food from RED Prime Steak (504 N. Broadway) while mingling with celebrities in town for the festival. At last year’s inaugural gala, guests included Oscar® nominees Spike Jonze and Rinko Kikuchi, film critic Elvis Mitchell and a host of local dignitaries that included Mat Hoffman and Wayne Coyne. This year promises to be even more exciting, with filmmakers coming to OKC from around the world.

Automobile Alley Kick-Off Screening To jump-start the festival, deadCENTER hosts a free outdoor public screening at 4th and Broadway on OKC’s historic Automobile Alley. Last year, 2,500 people packed the streets to see Spike Jonze’s documentary, “The Birth of Big Air,” about Edmond native Mat Hoffman. It’s a great night of watching a movie under the stars in the heart of Oklahoma City.

Thursday, June 9 Opening Night at the OKC Museum of Art deadCENTER formally launches at its official home base, the Oklahoma City Museum of Art (415 Couch Dr.).

The evening starts with Cocktails on the Skyline on the Museum Roof Terrace from 6-8pm, immediately followed by the opening night film. The party is for pass holders only, and the film usually sells out, so even pass holders are encouraged to get their free ticket early to enjoy the big opening night film.

For those who don’t get in to the opening night film, deadCENTER presents great short films at IAO Gallery (706 W. Sheridan) on Film Row starting at 8:30pm and exciting feature films at the Kerr Auditorium (123 Robert S. Kerr) in the SandRidge Energy complex.

Opening Night After-Party at the Colcord Hotel To cap off an awesome opening night, pass holders are invited to a private after-party at the Colcord Hotel (15 N. Robinson), the festival’s official host hotel. deadCENTER takes over the hotel’s entire ground floor with DJs, filmmakers and celebrities. Two rules to get in: you must be an all-access pass holder, and you must be at least 21 years of age.

Friday, June 10 Film Row Frolic On Friday, deadCENTER spreads out across several different venues, including the Oklahoma City Museum of Art, IAO Gallery on Film Row, Kerr Auditorium at SandRidge Energy and Harkins Bricktown Theaters.

Following the Friday night screenings, deadCENTER will introduce its brand-new Battle of the Bands and Film Row Frolic. Bands from deadCENTER’s official music partner, the ACM@UCO, will take center stage on historic Film Row. Pass holders get in free, but the event is open to the public (all ages) for a $5 cover charge. Across the street, IAO will feature deadCENTER’s first foray into art films as four local fine artists debut new video installations created exclusively for the festival.

Saturday, June 11 Films, Films and More Films Saturday, deadCENTER will be showing films all over downtown starting at 11am, including free kids films and special interest documentaries at the Ronald J. Norick Downtown Library (300 Park Ave.) as part of the deadCENTER Gives Back program. The OKC Museum of Art and Harkins Bricktown Theaters will screen the festival’s four biggest features; Kerr Auditorium at SandRidge will screen Oklahoma films, documentaries and family films; and IAO on Film Row will present an entire day’s worth of awesome short films.

Awards Show and Free Outdoor Screening Saturday night, deadCENTER takes over the downtown lawn at 4th and E.K. Gaylord for the closing night awards ceremony and a free outdoor screening. Grab your lawn chairs and the family and enjoy a free movie under the stars.

Awards Show After-Party Saturday night wraps up with a private outdoor party hosted by Iguana Mexican Grill along 9th Street in Automobile Alley. Great food, great bands and tons of filmmakers are the highlights of this annual bash. Pass holders get in free, but the event is open to the public, 21 and over, for a $5 cover charge.

Sunday, June 12 Great Features and Best of Fest Screenings The Oklahoma City Museum of Art hosts a brunch and the Best of Fest short programs on Sunday afternoon.

Harkins Bricktown Theaters will screen the most popular films from the festival all day long, including the winners of the Best Narrative Feature Award and the Best Documentary Feature Award.

Purchase deadCENTER tickets online at www.deadcenterfilm.org or by calling 246.9233.

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A MUSICAL LEGACY

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he names of brilliant musicians who died young are familiar: from Mozart and Schubert to Charlie Parker, Janis Joplin, Jimi Hendrix, Michael Hedges, Keith Whitley and many others. We are left with what they accomplished during their too-brief lives, and wondering, “What if they had lived?”

It is a rhetorical question, of course. All we can do is look at their legacies and honor their memories, keeping their music alive. When guitarist Charlie Christian died of tuberculosis in 1942, at the tender age of 25, he had not recorded as a solo performer. Yet he had toured with the legendary Benny Goodman Orchestra and changed the way people thought of the electric guitar in jazz. He paved the way for the bebop and “cool jazz” sounds that followed.

His legacy, in such a short career, is astounding.

This year, Christian’s hometown of Oklahoma City observes the 26th annual Charlie Christian International Music Festival, May 31-June 4. It is something of an irony, and perhaps a true testament to Christian’s legacy, that the festival bearing his name this year will have endured longer than the musician’s own life.

The festival is packed with events in a variety of venues encompassing downtown and the Deep Deuce area, where Christian once participated in after-hours jam sessions.

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Kevin Eubanks

By Kent Anderson Photo by Raj Naik

The event opens with the Morris McCraven Trio performing in the OKC City Council Chambers, and continues with the unveiling of the Jazz Appreciation Stamp at the Oklahoma History Center. It also includes live concerts Friday and Saturday evenings in Bicentennial Park.

The showcase concert of this year’s festival, however, is Thursday, June 2, when Straight Ahead and Kevin Eubanks take the stage of the Civic Center Music Hall at 7:30pm. Eubanks began studying violin at age seven, then took up the guitar at 12 after attending a James Brown concert. He has played with many jazz greats, and for 18 years was the leader of “The Tonight Show” band on NBC. Straight Ahead will open the headliner concert. The Detroit-based quintet is a rarity in the jazz world, as an all-female band. They formed in 1987 and have performed around the world, including three prior appearances at the Charlie Christian International Music Festival.

Tickets for the headliner concert are on sale through the Black Liberated Arts Center, 524.3800, or at the Civic Center Box Office, 297.2264. More information, including a full roster of festival performers, is at www.charliechristianfestival.com.

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The perspective of the Sooner Center at the corner of Jenkins and Lindsey

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hen the University of Oklahoma’s Sooner Center Student Housing Project opens, sometime before the fall of 2013, it will be home to more than 300 students. Over half will be student athletes. It is a new concept in on-campus living, and the OU community is more than a bit excited about it. Sooner Center will occupy space at Lindsey and Jenkins near the location of the original O’Connell’s Irish Pub and Grille, an OU icon for decades.

“We are grateful to President Boren and the OU Board of Regents for their leadership and support of a project that will benefit our students for generations to come,” says Joe Castiglione, OU’s vice president for intercollegiate athletics.

This month, a dazzling event kicks off the campaign to build the Sooner Center. Sooner Spectacular: An Evening of Legends is set for Saturday, May 14 at the Cox Pavilion of the Oklahoma State Fairgrounds. It’s a gala worthy of the words “spectacular” and “legends.”

The evening begins with a reception at 6pm, followed by dinner at 7pm. Spencer Tillman and Stacey Dales, renowned former student athletes at OU, will

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serve as masters of ceremonies. OU President David Boren will speak, along with Castiglione. The keynote address will be given by legendary NFL quarterback Archie Manning.

More than 40 former OU athletes, dating back several decades, are expected to be in attendance. All five of OU’s Heisman Trophy winners will either be present or represented by family members. The highlight of the evening will be the public unveiling of a statue of Sam Bradford, the university’s most recent Heisman recipient.

The Sooner Center is a $75 million project, and Sooner Spectacular: An Evening of Legends is set as the first major fundraiser to turn the vision into a oneof-a-kind reality for the University of Oklahoma.

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or a quarter-century and counting, there’s been nothing else like it. Over the course of three days, Oklahoma City will be at the center of Native American art and culture as more than 1,200 American Indian artists and dancers and over 30,000 spectators gather to celebrate the Silver Anniversary Red Earth Native American Cultural Festival, June 3-5 at the Cox Convention Center.

Preceded by an earthshaking parade with representatives of more than 100 tribes in full regalia, the Festival offers contemporary and traditional examples of beadwork, basketry, jewelry, pottery, sculpture, paintings and cultural attire during the juried art show and market. Breathtaking Grand Entries by some of the most accomplished dance masters from America’s northern and southern tribes kick off unbelievable competitions featuring the originality and skills of elite dancers in distinctive tribal dress and traditional forms. There’s even a competition for those who would otherwise merely watch, in the form of the Red Earth Run 5k run and 2-mile fun walk.

Through its 25 years, Red Earth has matured into one of the most respected visual and performing arts events of its type – named Oklahoma’s Outstanding Event by the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department, a Top 100 Event in North America by the American Bus Association and Central Oklahoma’s Outstanding Cultural Tourism Event by the Frontier Country Marketing Association. For more information about this silver showcase, call 427.5228 or visit www.redearth.org.

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THE SOUND AND THE FLAVOR

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emorial Day weekend has a new “must” - the Fine Arts Institute of Edmond presents a day of world-class barbeque competition, live rhythm and blues bands and a muscle car exhibition. Circle May 28, when Hafer Park erupts with “Rhythm, Qs and Blues.”

Thousands of BBQ and music enthusiasts are expected for Edmond’s firstever Kansas City BBQ Society-sanctioned competition and music festival.

Music will be performed by The Way, Kyle Dillingham, Edgar Cruz and more.

FAI event coordinator Rob Holloway said, “When planning this event, we wanted to bring something to Edmond that was unique, family-friendly and just plain fun to attend. Contestants from around the country will be here to compete for $10,000 in prize money.”

The Kansas City Barbeque Society is the largest and most prestigious BBQ organization in the country; it sanctions fewer than 300 events across the country each year, and its imprimatur provides fair judging along strict guidelines, as well as helping contestants potentially qualify for the K.C.B.S. national invitational event.

Rhythm, Qs and Blues will include food vendors, children’s activities and a muscle car show sponsored by Oklahoma Corvette Club, plus a tasting kit for $10.

Proceeds will benefit the Fine Arts Institute of Edmond, which for over 25 years has provided cultural enrichment and arts education to persons of all ages and all stages in life. To get basted with more information, call 340.4481 or visit www.rhythmqsandblues.com or www. edmondfinearts.com.

THE GREAT UNKNOWNS By Steve Gill

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e live in a golden age, friends – at least we will on June 4, when the age of film redawns in downtown OKC during an elegant evening of grandeur, philanthropy and intrigue. Canterbury Choral Society announces its 6th annual Masquerade Ball: The Golden Age of Hollywood, on June 4 at the Coca-Cola Bricktown Events Center.

Co-chaired by Mary Blankenship Pointer and Dr. Joseph Phillips, the black-tie event invites guests to dress as their favorite film star and walk the red carpet before enjoying dinner, dancing, live and silent auctions and the grace, glitz and glamour of the silver screen.

“Masquerade is one of Oklahoma City’s most exciting events! When I was an attendee, I couldn’t wait to see the theme and everyone’s costumes,” said Pointer, who joined the committee after many years of attendance at the event. “It really is one of the best parties of the year. It just keeps growing and getting better.”

Dr. Phillips, a longtime Canterbury singer and board member, returns as chair of the event in a continuation of his assistance in the growth and branding of the Ball.

Proceeds benefit and ensure the longevity of Canterbury’s artistic and education programming. Now in its 42nd season, Canterbury Choral Society has been encouraging the development of the arts through its multiple music education programs and attracting world-renowned performers to share their talents in Oklahoma City.

For more information about the Masquerade Ball or to purchase tickets, visit www.canterburyokc.com or call 232.SING.

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ONCE MORE, WITH VIGOR

kcscfm.com, 208.5277 Bemoaning society’s inexorable slide into cultural execrability is easy (and fun!), but fortunately fallacious.

Listeners to classical music station KCSC are well aware that the younger generation is far from bereft of talented juvenile virtuosi devoted to the great composers and the classical tradition – each Sunday the station broadcasts the nationally syndicated “From the Top,” featuring performers aged eight to 18. “From the Top,” now in its 11th season and aired on 250+ radio stations, mixes music and fun, and KCSC is bringing the program to OCU’s Kirkpatrick Auditorium May 15 to tape a live performance by the cream of regional contestants… proof that great music from the past will be part of the sounds of the future.

“From the Top” host Christopher O’Riley

FRONT AND CENTER downtownedmondok.com, 249.9391 It’s a glorious time: the sun is shining, the birds are singing and over 100 artists are converging on the 32nd annual Downtown Edmond Arts Festival May 6-8. The streets will teem with visual spectacle in myriad media – including the amazing photography of Celebrity Artist Londell McKinney – plus children’s activities, over 20 food vendors and bands playing late into the night. It all benefits child substance abuse prevention nonprofit Parents Helping Parents, and it’s a party you’ll remember fondly all year.

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THE DEANS OF DOWNTOWN downtownokc.com, 235.3500 Perhaps the greatest indicator of successful leadership is the inability to imagine commensurate excellence without that leader.

Where would Oklahoma City be without the contributions and dedication of longtime OCU president Tom McDaniel, OKC Museum of Art trustee James Meade or midtown rejuvenator St. Anthony Hospital? Their outstanding efforts to improve the quality of life in downtown OKC and beyond have more than earned the accolades to be bestowed upon them at the Dean A. McGee Awards May 19 at the Skirvin Hilton.

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Cheyenne: Cowboy Up!

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or a small town – under 60,000 population – Cheyenne packs a big wallop. Born with the construction of the transcontinental railroad, the town had rowdy beginnings. Between the railroad workers, the soldiers at Fort D.A. Russell and the cowboys driving cattle to the railhead, there was a lot of testosterone in town. An early newspaper headline read, “A few good hangin’s is [sic] a sign of good things to come.”

Today’s Cheyenne is a much more civilized city, but its western heritage is still evident – never more so than during the famous 10-day Frontier Days celebration.

The centerpiece of the festival is the rodeo, now in its 115th year. The town hosts about 300,000 visitors during that period – and does it all with a staff of about a dozen paid workers and approximately 2,500 volunteers. Folks in Cheyenne schedule their vacations so they can help with the shindig. Activities include everything from pancake breakfasts and parades to art shows and entertainment. This year’s concert headliners include Toby Keith, Mötley Crüe, Kid Rock and the Charlie Daniels Band.

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During the festivities last year, I stayed at the Nagle Warren Mansion – once the home of Governor (and later U.S. Senator) F.E. Warren. An impressive Queen Anne construction, it was built in 1888 and is one of the few remaining elegant homes dating to the days when Cheyenne was the richest city (of its size) in the world.

The house is full of beautiful original features – rich woodwork and parquet floors, stained glass, rare cast-brass fireplaces, carved leather ceilings and a Moroccan chandelier in the foyer. My room overlooked the garden and the bathroom featured a claw-foot tub – complete with a little rubber ducky sporting a cowboy hat.

Breakfasts were multi-course gourmet meals served in the large dining room. Each day I looked forward to a savory surprise. One morning it was a tomato, mozzarella, basil and bacon frittata; French toast with orange sauce and dried cranberries was another morning; and my last morning, I was stuffed from all the good food I’d been enjoying, so the chef made my ham and smoked Gouda cheese omelet with just one egg.

Afternoon tea time could compete with Fortnum and Mason’s – sweets and finger sandwiches and an extra Western spin: bites of barbecued chicken and a deadly good dip with tortilla chips.

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Great Grub Capital Grille – located in the 1911 Plains Hotel. Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and features Wyoming Angus beef and Wyoming bison.

Little Bear Inn – popular steakhouse for over half a century. Steak is a must, but try the Rocky Mountain oysters and save room for bear balls – vanilla ice cream rolled in crushed oreos with crème Anglaise, drizzled chocolate and raspberry sauce.

Luxury Diner – have breakfast or lunch in a trolley that served Cheyenne between 1896 and 1912. Traditional breakfast items – but I recommend the huevos rancheros.

Suite 1901 – a tapas, wine and martini bar. Hey, cowboys go uptown sometimes.

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Activities Trolley tours – hear the history and see the sites including the gold-domed Capitol, Cattle Barons’ Row mansions, Festival Park and the historic Depot.

Terry Bison Ranch – a train ride gets you up close to the animals. Also available, horseback riding, trout fishing, old-fashioned photos and the Senator’s Steakhouse – try the bison burger.

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Vedauwoo – gigantic outcroppings of granite make this a climber’s dream – some of the best wide-crack climbing in the world. (Feel free to make up your own joke.) Great for hiking, mountain biking and picnicking.

Link Gallery – local, national and international artists, interesting mix of traditional and contemporary works, jewelry, photography, art glass in a huge gallery.

Deselms Fine Art – original artwork by local and regional artists in an 1880s home.

The Wrangler – western wear and home décor since 1943 – from boots to hats and everything in between.

Reata Collection – cool boutique with unique clothing, purses and jewelry.

Wyoming Home – western home furnishings, décor and more. Pick up your Roy Rogers or Dale Evans lunch box here.

Bit-O-Wyoming – see some of southeast Wyoming’s most beautiful scenery on a trail ride, then stay for a barbecue dinner and Western show.

spirit, take a “Behind the Chutes” tour in the arena. Word to the wise… don’t wear sandals! The rodeo is the main attraction but Festival Park also features a midway with rides and food; an Indian Village with Indian tacos and dancing and skill demonstrations; Wild Horse Gulch, an Old West town with all sorts of vendors (including, last year, Scott Farms from Altus); and the Old West Museum. Frontier Days has a couple of other Oklahoma connections – both Sonic and Devon Energy are among the sponsors. And, of course, some of Oklahoma’s best cowboys compete.

Everybody’s a cowboy during Frontier Days, so saddle up and get going. For more information, visit www.cheyenne.org and www.naglewarrenmansion.com.

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Fare | From Our Kitchen

The Allure of Lesser Lettuces

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he produce selection in our markets has expanded drastically in the last decade, bringing an exciting and laudable increase in variety. However, more exotic lettuce alternatives like mesclun or baby greens or arugula aren’t always appetizingly fresh, and it can be quite comforting to find new recipes for the old friends I love to call the “lesser lettuces” – like this sharp, velvety soup du jour I discovered on a recent trip to southern France. The basic recipe is simple, foolproof and forgiving; the only requirements are a few top-quality ingredients. Both iceberg and romaine work well, though romaine’s pleasantly bitter undertone is enhanced by any number of spices. Nutmeg, cinnamon or tarragon bring out a pleasing sweetness, while curry or cumin deepen the richness. Use our master recipe as a guideline, not a manual. When you’re comfortable with the basic recipe, fearlessly reach into the spice cabinet and toss in your favorites!

Chilled Lettuce Soup

2 T butter 1 large onion – sliced Salt and ground pepper 2 to 3 heads romaine lettuce – cut into thin ribbons (iceberg also works) 2 c chicken or vegetable stock 1 c cream or half-and-half Small croutons or crumbled bacon for garnish – optional Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and cook 2-3 minutes, until it begins to soften. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and add all but a couple of handfuls of the lettuce to the pan, reserving the rest for garnish; cook until it wilts. Add stock, turn the heat to medium-high and bring liquid to a boil. Lower heat to medium and cook until lettuce is very soft, about 5 minutes. Put cooked lettuce in a blender and add 2 c of ice water. Purée mixture until smooth then put in a large bowl and refrigerate for an hour or so. Add cream or half-and-half to taste. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Finely chop reserved lettuce and put about 1/4 c in each bowl and ladle soup on top. Garnish with croutons or bacon if desired.

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hen Kristy Jennings began to consider leaving her career in the mental health field, she put much thought into what direction she should go, and what she would do with the next chapter of her life. It is worth noting that Kristy considered not only what would work best for her, but what would fill a need within her community.

The answer was tea, and the result is t, an urban teahouse, at 7518-D N. May. Coffeehouse culture has bloomed around Oklahoma City, but Kristy took her love of tea and created a place that would capture a bit of that same vibe. While tea may conjure images of formally white-gloved ladies focused on etiquette, Kristy’s establishment is cool and laid-back, with over 100 teas on the menu.

A favorite of Kristy’s is the Ceremonial Matcha. This variety is not infused into water like most teas, but ground into a fine powder on granite stones and turned slowly. Kristy prepares it in the traditional Japanese style, which means it retains all the nutrients of the whole tea leaf… as well as over 10 times the caffeine of typical tea.

Kristy Jennings stands ready to introduce more Oklahomans to the art of tea.

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orth Western Avenue provides one of the best dining vibes in Oklahoma City, and now the proprietors of one of the city’s most beloved and iconic eatery chains have added an exciting new concept on Western. Rick and David Haynes operate their family business, Johnnie’s Charcoal Broiler, and with the opening of West last November, they have created a new and wholly unique experience for metro area food lovers.

West is at 6714 N. Western, in a building once occupied by the original Iguana Lounge. Extensive renovations to the building, inside and out, have left little of the previous incarnation. The most striking aspect of the design is the adherence to a two-tone black-and-tan color scheme throughout, from walls to upholstery. It provides a thoughtful consistency to the look. While undeniably elegant, West has a casual feeling, and on a recent evening, diners’ apparel ranged from jeans to suits, all fitting comfortably into the environment.

The Haynes brothers have partnered with Executive Chef Eric Smith, who has assembled an extraordinarily inventive menu. He makes extensive use of zucchini, showing the vegetable’s extreme versatility, and nowhere is this more evident than the Zuccha Chips ($4) on the appetizer menu. Zucchini are sliced very thinly, then flash fried and sprinkled with sea salt. They have the texture of potato chips, but with much more flavor. Don’t be surprised to find yourself ordering a second plate of this delight.

The whimsically named Fork Knife Spoon ($10) is listed on the soup and salad menu, but it really isn’t soup or salad, and can serve as an entrée - one of the more intriguing in Oklahoma City. A server at West described it as “deconstructed minestrone.” Indeed, it has all the elements of the soup, but is presented differently, with roasted chicken, zucchini and tomatoes in a puree of potatoes and carrots, garnished with roasted linguini. It is nicely done, and quite innovative. Try a side order of Balsamic Brussels Sprouts ($4) alongside it.

There is more conventional fare on the menu as well, such as the Filet Your Way ($34), an eight-ounce beef tenderloin offered in four different preparations. The Spinach Two Ways version is quite enticing, and Chef Smith has imagined a unique interpretation for this classic. The meat is centered atop a bed of garlic mashed potatoes, and surrounded by both creamed and fried spinach. Exquisite presentation, delectable flavor.

West offers a full bar and wine list. The West Bloody Mary is done particularly well, a fine complement to the meal.

From a revered name in Oklahoma City dining, West is a refreshing new concept on the always satisfying Western Avenue corridor.

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Days of Wine and... Cake

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udwig van Beethoven was once famously quoted as saying, “I can write music, thank God, but can do nothing else on earth.” The great master notwithstanding, many truly creative people are gifted in more than one field. The American composer Charles Ives was a successful insurance executive and pioneered the field of modern estate planning. Charlie Chaplin, the “Little Tramp” of silent film, was a serious classical cellist and composer. And the mere mention of the name Leonardo da Vinci conjures the image of the true Renaissance individual, a genius in many different endeavors.

So it is with Mary Jo Watson, Ph.D. Mary Jo is Director and Regents’ Professor of the School of Art and Art History at the University of Oklahoma. She is curator of Native American art at the Fred Jones, Jr. Museum of Art and developed the Native Art History program at OU. But her talent extends beyond the visual arts and education. A gifted chef, Mary Jo took time away from preparing for the School of Art’s Capstone Show at the Lightwell Gallery this month to share this recipe for Blackberry Wine Cake.

“This recipe was published by the Ione Branch of the YWCA in Oklahoma City in 1987,” Mary Jo says. “My daughter-in-law, Christi Wantland, was chairman of the cookbook committee and gave me this book as a present. She was aware that I collect special and rare cookbooks and this particular recipe has been one of my favorites for holidays and special events ever since.”

The original recipe, as published in the “Y Not Cook” book, is credited to Susie Caskey.

By Kent Anderson Photos by K.O. Rinearson

Blackberry Wine Cake 1 pkg (18 1/2 oz) white cake mix 1 pkg (13 oz) blackberry gelatin 4 eggs 1/2 c cooking oil 1 c blackberry wine 1/2 c chopped pecans (optional) mint leaves, pecan halves and whole blackberries for garnish, if desired

Glaze

1 c powdered sugar 1/2 c butter 1/2 c blackberry wine Combine cake mix and gelatin, then add eggs, oil and wine. Beat with mixer on low speed until moistened. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes, scraping bowl frequently.

Grease and heavily flour a bundt cake pan. Sprinkle chopped pecans in bottom of pan. Pour batter and bake in preheated oven at 325° for 45-50 minutes.

Prepare glaze by mixing all ingredients.

When cake is done, remove it from oven and pour half of the glaze over cake while still in pan. Let cool 30 minutes, then turn cake out of pan and cool. Add more powdered sugar to glaze until thickened and pour remaining glaze over cake. Mary Jo also likes to decorate the top of the cake with mint leaves, pecan halves and whole blackberries for a gorgeous finish.

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By Kent Anderson Photos by K.O. Rinearson

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For veteran designer Jim Frazier, building a home with his wife Linda was a process of analysis and discovery.

The end result is an architectural treasure that embraces the light.

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Designing a home does not happen in a vacuum. The designer brings skill and experience, empirical knowledge, but also intangibles, factors that go beyond angles and dimensions and building materials. These are the factors that do not show up on the drawings.

For Oklahoma City residential designer Jim Frazier, his own home is a study in these intangibles. A random encounter at a Paris antique market, a deep understanding of the properties of light and a reverence for his beloved mother… all these come into play in the home Jim shares with his wife Linda, northwest of Penn Square.

Jim began designing homes in 1960, after studying at the Kansas City Art Institute and Parsons School of Design in New York. On a trip to Paris in the early ’80s, he viewed an exhibit at an antique show in which a wall was used to display the artifacts. The wall stayed in his consciousness, and was still there when he bought a narrow empty lot in 1984. It was the place he would eventually call his home. But the process was not an immediate one.

“It became a remarkable time to analyze and consider what architecture means to me,” Jim recalls. “I carried around a sketch book for over a year. I drew all different kinds of houses: I drew a Tuscany, a French, a Santa Fe, an English. But I came to realize that what gives me peace is stone. The stone became the basis of everything, leading to the windows and the light.”

Jim built the home in 1986-’87, with a vision of a “modern traditional” house. But he eschews the use of the word “modern” and its connotations of coldness and sterility. “What we call ‘modern’, isn’t really modern. It is current.”

(previous page) The living and dining areas are open to each other, and to the grand entry hall. This portion of the home also serves as Jim’s home office.

“I can be with Linda full time, and I can be at work full time,” he says happily.

“What makes the kitchen work is the pantry and wall storage,” Jim says. “Most kitchens have a lot of dead space.”

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“It became a remarkable time to analyze and consider what architecture means to me.”

Looking into the kitchen from the dining area. Jim’s desire was that the kitchen be tight and compact, but not removed.

“When you’re in there, you’re not broken off from the rest of the house,” he says.

The study/office, tucked away to one corner of the entry, offers a daring splash of red on one wall. The color in this functional space is augmented by more of Jim’s paintings.

Swathed in illumination from the extralarge skylight, and reflecting the tone and texture of a truly grand space, the entry hall presents a thoroughly eclectic overture to the home.

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“Linda and I both have to like it, and we both have the right to veto it.”

The master bath was recently renovated, replacing a simple tub with this stunning walk-up shower. The bathroom wraps around the master bedroom.

The master bedroom repeats the theme of more space than one expects. Jim designed it as a longer rectangle. The headboard is stone and is built into the wall.

Jim and Linda Frazier

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So he began the careful business of implementing the vision, and indeed, stone became the basis for the entire design. All the floors in the Frazier home are hand-cut stone. “For the longest time, I didn’t bring any furniture in here,” Jim says with a laugh. “I was just so happy with admiring the stone.”

Once the stone was in place, Jim could begin to deal with the aspect of illumination. In his view, it is the central tenet to any home’s design. “Look at any architecture,” he says. “It doesn’t truly exist until light hits it. Light gives it shape and form. It lets us experience it. Light is the conduit that makes everything connect.”

Jim’s passion for “luminosity” is evident in conversation. That passion is clear in the home. A large skylight in the grand entry hall bathes the entire area, and the floor-to-ceiling windows that look from the living/dining areas toward the patio and back yard are so well integrated as to be almost invisible, allowing the rooms to truly bask in natural light.

There are many small features in the Frazier home that add up to an intriguing whole. Four different types of plaster are used for walls and ceilings. And of course, there are the columns. “It was the first time in my life I’d built a column,” Jim says. “Before, I would just draw them and someone else would manufacture them. There’s a big difference in feeling what it takes to make something and actually doing it.”

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ing screen. The kitchen is a masterpiece of efficiency in space, and it is also open to the living and dining areas. The master suite is large and comfortable, the outdoor living space stunning.

But there is more at work here than design principles and aesthetic statements. “We all bring our own talent, our own capacity, but we must have something that nurtures us outside of that,” Jim says.

For him, that nurturing comes from faith in God, and a profound influence on his life from his mother, Zelda Frazier-Ettinger. Born in Oklahoma in 1917, she was one of the first women in the state to operate her own interior decorating studio, located first in the Paseo, and later near N.W. 42nd and Western. Her orientation as a decorator has informed Jim’s entire career.

“I start from inside out, not outside in,” he says. “I don’t put windows on a wall so that when I go inside, it is dictated how that wall is going to look. My mother would come to me and say, ‘Where are you going to put the furniture? You have too many doors here, and you can’t use that wall for anything.’ My home is based on a reverence for her and her ideas.”

Jim’s mother died in 1999, but her influence is still felt. His wife Linda has a hand in the interior of the home as well. “Linda and I both have to like it,” he says of furnishings and interior design, “and we both have the right to veto it.”

In the years since he built his home, the ideas embodied within it have informed his work on other projects. “During that time, I’ve developed blueprints for all my clients who are ready to spend the time it takes to address the questions about what they want to do. I listen to the client.”

With his fundamental grasp of the importance of light, and the honor he shows to his mother – a pioneering voice in interiors in Oklahoma – Jim Frazier has crafted a home that makes bold statements, as well as lending itself to daily life and work.

And that wall in Paris that set the whole process of this home into motion? Jim created a replica of it, which stands in the home’s entry hall. It is a fitting testament to a home built on family, commitment and a rare depth of insight into how people relate to their environment. For Jim and Linda Frazier, that environment is inherently pleasing and immeasurably creative.

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The grand entry hall. “I wanted to make a house that is unimpressive from the street, then you go through a modest door and into a grand space,” Jim says. “The entry hall is bigger than you expect in a 3,500-square-foot house. You are able to stand and celebrate the space.” The skylight is crisscrossed by beams reclaimed from the scrap pile at a job site, and the paintings are Jim’s own.

At the rear of the home, floor-to-ceiling windows are almost invisible, seamlessly integrating the interior and exterior living areas. The backyard is one of Jim’s more recent projects in his ongoing dedication to refining the space. He laid every stone on the back patio himself.

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By Sara Gae Waters Photos by K.O. Rinearson

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t has been said that “No gift to your mother can ever equal her gift to you… life.” Truer words cannot be spoken, and that means celebrating Mother’s Day is a very tall order.

To honor the special women in our lives, we’ve put together a table that attempts to scratch the surface of our debt of gratitude to that special mom, grandmother, aunt or best friend. Life is beautiful, so celebrate beautifully! may 2011 | slice

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Have your cake, and take it home, too!

We’ll go around the world for you, Mom… French plates and compotes with Italian stemware come together delightfully with a palette of soft white, pink, green and blue. Highlight your table with flowers in shades of bright yellow, purple, red and orange. Try partnering a sleek set of flatware in a simple pattern and crisp white linens with stitched leaves to provide a clean and fresh element and a splash of green.

Filling up the table by stacking plates, crowding flowers at each place setting and using a full set of silver and both water and wine glasses feels lavish and extravagant. A delightful two-tiered fondant cake at each setting enhances the atmosphere of decadence and focus on celebration.

If there was ever a time to go the distance on the flowers, this is it! Freesia, lilac, roses and parrot tulips, just to name a few, are among the flowers shown in the centerpiece. Ranunculus and roses are tucked into dainty cups for special arrangements at each place setting. Compotes full of berries with mint and lemons with grapes bring color and height to the scene.

From our table to yours… Happy Mother’s Day! For resources, see page 145.

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The top tier of each cake is slipped into a cellophane bag with a fondant name card for your honored guests. Tie it up with satin ribbon for a treat later and tuck in a small memory book for moms to remember this special day.

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By Lauren Hammack

Photos by David Cobb

ven by today’s standards, a 7,000-square-foot home is spacious; by 1959 standards, however, it may as well have been Versailles when compared to the average American home size of the day, which measured slightly more than 1,000 square feet.

In 1959, the first Nichols Hills home to bear the address of 1701 Drury Lane was considered a mansion. A manifestation of the American Dream, the original five-bedroom home afforded plenty of space for an architectural rarity: six bathrooms. No one had that. In 1959, families expected to wait in line to get into the bathroom.

By the early 1990s, the home on Drury Lane assumed a new identity with totally new construction as an even more elegant expression of grandeur, extending beyond 15,000 square feet, amid three acres of finely manicured terraces, courtyards and walled gardens.

Selected as the site of the 38th annual Symphony Show House, the home has been appropriately themed “The French Country Château” and will showcase the inspiration and talent of local interior designers and decorators this month.

The 2011 Symphony Show House marks the second time the Oklahoma City Orchestra League has attracted visitors to 1701 Drury Lane for the annual project to benefit the Oklahoma City Philharmonic. The original home served as the 8th Annual Show House in 1981.

For Steve Calonkey of Mister Robert Fine Furniture and Design in Norman, remembering the details of previous Show House homes takes a minute or two; someone in Calonkey’s family has had a design presence in each home since the first. “My uncle, Bob Landsaw (of the former Landsaw’s Furniture in Norman), started with the Show House in the beginning, but I remember most of them,” Calonkey says. “I particularly remember that the John A. Brown mansion’s living room was so big, my entire house could have fit inside it.”

For Calonkey, the Symphony Show House is an annual tradition of supporting a meaningful community endeavor. “We love being involved with the Show House,” Calonkey says. “There are so many nice people who make this event a success – I think many of them go unthanked.

Supporting the Oklahoma City Philharmonic is important to us, and we’re grateful to play a part.”

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Rich wood appointments dominate the home’s dining room, exquisitely designed by Calonkey’s sister, designer Keven Carl, ASID.

The 2011 Symphony Show House is a project of the Oklahoma City Orchestra League to benefit the Oklahoma City Philharmonic’s educational programs. The home is open for tours May 1-22 (Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm; Sundays noon-5pm). Tickets are $12 when purchased before May 1 and $15 from May 1-22. Visit www.symphonyshowhouse.com for a list of retail locations where tickets are available.

The living room of the 2011 Show House is where Steve Calonkey has skillfully collaborated with Mister Robert designers Susie Pickett and Kristen Hanks, whose fresh palette of earth-inspired hues brings out the warmth of the home’s existing wood-paneled walls.

Sage green, buttercup yellow and rich ruby red fabrics blend effortlessly alongside animal prints and Oriental rugs on the 1,400 square-foot living area’s hardwood flooring. may 2011 | slice

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A Haven of Hope

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By Lauren Hammack

here’s no handbook for the unthinkable. Having a child diagnosed with cancer exposes families to a new perspective on life, an entirely new vocabulary, a list of new challenges and fears and, in many cases, a new and unfamiliar city in which to seek treatment.

There may be no handbook, but one thing is certain: keeping families together, near the medical staff and facilities serving sick children, is a powerful therapy in the face of uncertainty and medical adversity. In fact, research indicates that children with nearby family members heal faster.

Unfortunately, while the entire family’s focus should be on healing, many families worry about where they’ll stay while their child receives medical attention and how they’ll afford an extended stay at a hotel.

Soon, more families of children with life-threatening pediatric cancer will experience the warmth and security of a home-like environment on the campus of the OU Medical Center, allowing the peace of mind that comes from being close to their child and the security that comes from the proximity of their child’s medical team.

The OK Kids Korral, scheduled to open in early 2013, will offer daytime and overnight accommodations in a state-of-the-art facility designed for multiple families with one common enemy: pediatric cancer. The OK Kids Korral is a project of the Toby Keith Foundation, whose mission is to encourage the health and happiness of pediatric cancer patients.

The chart-topping singer, songwriter and Oklahoma native’s personal connection to pediatric cancer originates with the death of Allison Webb, the young daughter of Keith’s close friends, for whom Ally’s House was created, a nonprofit that provides financial assistance to families of children with cancer.

Recognizing the financial and emotional toll a diagnosis of cancer takes on a family, Keith, through his namesake foundation, turned his efforts to creating a relaxing haven for those families, at no cost to them. “OK Kids Korral is going to be different than any other facility in our area,” Keith explains. “We are doing our best to address issues that arise while a child is in treatment, such as weakened immune systems and sensitivity to light.”

According to Juliet Nees-Bright, Executive Director of the Toby Keith Foundation, community support for the early stages of OK Kids Korral’s construction has been overwhelming. “We are about a quarter of the way to our construction budget goal,” Nees-Bright says. “We’ve received grants from Ronald McDonald House Charities, the Piñon Foundation and RD Hubbard Foundation.” may 2011 | slice

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Plans for the OK Kids Korral include a community indoor/outdoor dining area, a gourmet kitchen, game room, movie theater, business center, refrigerators in each of the 16 suites, an outdoor play area and garden, as well as a center for learning about cancer and available treatments, among other amenities that create a comfortable, relaxing environment for families. One of the most unique features will be a designated neutropenic wing, consisting of four suites in a protected environment with a specialized, positive-pressure HVAC mechanical system with HEPA filtration, designed to provide protection for neutropenic patients whose immune systems are compromised.

Good Times!

The 8th Annual Toby Keith and Friends Golf Classic takes place May 20-21, beginning with a “Denim and Diamonds” themed evening on Friday with dinner, entertainment and live and silent auctions at Riverwind Casino in Norman.

Saturday’s golf tournament takes place at Belmar Golf Club in Norman.

For more information about the golf tournament or other ways to help build OK Kids Korral, visit www.tobykeithfoundation.org.

In conjunction with the Toby Keith and Friends Golf Classic, Marc Heitz Chevrolet and Interurban Restaurant present the Battle of the Burger, Saturday, May 21 from 11am-3pm at Marc Heitz Chevrolet, I-35 and Lindsey Street in Norman.

As construction continues, Keith assumes a very active role in its progress. “Toby is involved in all aspects, from design to material choices,” Nees-Bright explains. “He wants the house to be comfortable for the families and to reflect his love and appreciation for Oklahoma.”

In addition to the financial support from local charitable organizations that support OK Kids Korral’s goal to serve families, proceeds from Keith’s own “Toby Keith and Friends Golf Classic” (see sidebar) will benefit the building efforts of the Korral.

Nees-Bright knows that neither she nor Toby Keith have to look far to find inspiration to help families fight pediatric cancer. “A mother from Enid whose son had cancer told me that she wishes OK Kids Korral had existed when they were fighting the disease,” Nees-Bright recalls. “She would have liked to have those precious hours holding her child, rather than driving in a car. OK Kids Korral will exist to allow parents to focus on the most important thing: getting their child well.”

Keith adds, “More than anything, we want it to be a home of inspiration, encouragement and hope.”

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Battle of the Burger is an open invitation for regional, self-proclaimed grill masters to step up and accept the challenge to submit a sample of their mouth-watering creations to celebrity and professional judges for the honor of being recognized as the best burger on the block!

Burger judges include renowned local chef Kurt Fleischfresser, Barry Switzer, Pat Jones, Greg Zoobeck from KATT 100.5, Ron Benton from BOB FM 96.9, KOCO morning anchors Anita Blanton and Mat Garcia and Miss Oklahoma, Emoly West, among others.

For more information on rules, judging, schedules and what to bring, visit www.battleoftheburger.com or contact Beth Patterson at 321.7150.

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Living Well | Mind, Body, Spirit

The Healing Power of Friendship Dr. Krishna is President and COO of INTEGRIS Mental Health and the James L. Hall, Jr. Center for Mind, Body and Spirit. This is one in a series of Mind Matters™ articles he authored.

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aura is a new sales representative with a growing company. Although she doesn’t have to work in an office environment and maintains a home office instead, she’s seen her work hours nearly double in just the past few months. Her close friendship with a college roommate has dwindled to a once-a-month lunch.

She feels terrible about it. But what can she do?

Chad is a busy attorney with a growing practice. He finds himself spending his days – and nights – meeting deadlines, preparing for trials and engaged in lengthy telephone conferences. Over the past year, he’s had less and less time to spend with a group of golfing buddies.

Barbara was promoted to director of her department six months ago. She’s found herself at the office at least one day each weekend. She also brings work home, while her husband takes of care of the evening rituals of feeding, bathing and tucking in their two young children. She’s often at her computer monitor until bedtime.

It seems to be a growing conflict in many professions (a survey of lawyers in Boston, for example, found that 43 percent of new associates quit within three years because they believed they had to choose between a career and a family). Not only are families and jobs increasingly at odds, friendships are also often falling victim to the busy workplace our challenged economy has created.

In “Friends,” one of the most popular sitcoms of all time, the fictional characters met in a New York coffee shop to talk about life and love. In real life, many of us find it difficult to fit friendship time into our already tight schedules with demands of work, family and other activities.

The consequences may be more than just a lack of a social life. Our health and well-being are at stake too.

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The Wall Street Journal felt compelled to ask, “Whatever Happened to Friendship?”

As a culture, we may be abandoning friendship at our own peril. Medical research is showing the more healthy relationships you have, the better off you are.

True friendship and sound health are inextricably linked. Having friends not only gives you more meaning and purpose, it also lessens your stress level and may even add years to your life.

In my own experience, I’ve found there are three levels of healthy relationships central to fulfilling that most basic of human needs – connection: friendship with yourself, friendship with a higher power, friendship with others.

In our present society, we have a lot of “hi-and-goodbye” relationships. Few are able to develop long-term, nurturing and supportive relationships.

In the United States, nearly one-sixth of our population moves every year. We pack our bags and move somewhere else, establishing new contacts. We may be better off in terms of salary and jobs and stature, but we’re lacking in something else.

We humans have a need to connect, and that need is artificially taken away from us by modern culture and modern technology. Even the bravest of our explorers throughout history had a need to connect with other people. Christopher Columbus wanted to discover the New World so that he could return to the Old World to share the news. When we deprive ourselves of connection, we rob ourselves of a key component of healthy living.

It seems clear that maintaining healthy ties to other people can have a significant impact on our health. But how do we do it in today’s super-fueled Information Age? We should focus on having a handful of quality relationships. It’s also valuable to maintain a few healthy re-

Relationships Count lationships in different spheres of life. An obvious friendship can be had with your spouse, another with one or two colleagues and another with one of your neighbors.

Many urban professionals who want to foster friendships often face the constant twin challenges of deadline pressure and competition. But to experience close friendship, we must be willing to shed some of our professional armor.

Sharing is one of the most important qualities of genuine friendship. You should be willing to open up to this other person you call your friend. It must be a mutual exchange, an interaction. You must feel comfortable sharing opinions, ideas, feelings, hopes, frustrations and dreams. And you should offer feedback, advice and sometimes admonition.

In your friendship with yourself, this process can work through keeping a daily journal, where you share with your own spirit and heart the issues that are most important to you. In your relationship with a higher power, you can experience a similar exchange through prayer.

In friendships with others, simply sharing a common activity can open your relationship up to a deeper kind of understanding. It can be something quite superficial, such as golf, tennis, fishing or riding bicycles. These common bonds act as glue that keeps relationships together until they mature and strengthen.

Henry Adams once wrote, “One friend in a lifetime is much; two are many; three are hardly possible.” He may have been right. But I tend to think we can find many meaningful friendships in our professions, our communities and even within ourselves. Forging friendships is a powerful tool that can shape your life and give your daily existence more meaning. And it seems to be an almost magical tool for improving your health.

You need to look no further than the latest science for proof of the effects of friendship on health.

Medical research on the positive effects of friendship is striking: •

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A study at Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke’s Medical Center looked at the health status of 2,800 seniors. Seniors with friends had a lower risk of disabling health problems and recovered faster when they became ill. The more friends, the greater the health benefits.

Researchers studied 7,000 people in Alameda County, California over a nine-year period. People with the most social support and connectedness had the best health and long life. People with poor social ties died at a rate two to five times higher than people with solid social ties.

More research is also turning up the dark side. Isolation is bad for you: • Researchers studied the impact of living alone after a heart attack. They tracked about 1,200 heart-at tack patients for an average of two years. In this time, the patients who lived alone, compared to those with companions, had twice the risk of a second heart attack and twice the risk of dying.

• Connecticut researchers tracked nearly 200 men and women over age 65 who had a major heart attack, for six months. During this time, nearly 40 percent of the patients died. Taking into ac count the usual risk factors, lack of emotional support was deadly. Compared to those who had close friends, men and women who said they had no emotional support were three times as apt to die.

• Emotionally-abandoned babies develop a syn drome called “failure to thrive.” As a result of se vere loneliness, the babies’ pituitary glands fail to produce sufficient growth hormone. These chil dren literally wither away, despite having ad equate nutrition. Many of them die before reach ing toddlerhood. Those who survive are emotion- ally damaged.

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Living Well | Mind, Body, Spirit

Kick-Start Your Weight Loss

By Robert Custer

Robert Custer is a motivational speaker, adrenaline junkie, world traveler and adventure enthusiast with over 20 years of leadership experience in health, fitness, nutrition and wellness.

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he weather is finally warming up, and it’s never too late to get in shape. As you know, I’m all about creating permanent change, and I’m definitely not one for quick fixes or short-term solutions. But, sometimes we need a little kick-start to create some momentum and build our confidence and enthusiasm for the long haul.

When it comes to the process of creating lasting physical change (yes, it’s a process – not a momentary burst of emotion), many people are still looking for answers in the wrong place and still missing the point.

In the quest for our new-and-improved body, the answer (and the problem) is looking at the person who makes the decisions in your life – about what goes into your mouth, if and when you exercise, alcohol consumption, what you do when nobody is watching, how you manage social situations and how uncomfortable you’re prepared to get. This is the person who will determine how you look, feel and function – and that person is who looks back at you every time you look in the mirror (and that’s a lot for some of us!).

It’s that complicated – and that simple. As I’ve said many times, what kind of shape we’re in physically has a little to do with our genetics (genetic disposition) and a lot to do with how we maximize those genetics (genetic management). Genetic management is about choices, reactions, standards, commitment and resilience.

Keep in mind that the following is not an individual prescription, but rather some general advice from a caring trainer on how to get the wheels turning.

Take note.

Record every single thing you put in your mouth. Not fun, not sexy and not a particularly ground-breaking strategy, but effective nonetheless. Keeping an accurate record of food intake increases our awareness and accountability, and definitely helps us make better decisions.

Eat a high-protein breakfast.

Protein will keep you feeling full throughout the morning. A University of Illinois study found that people who eat more protein and less carbs than in conventional meals find it easier to stick to a diet. Protein is satiating and may also boost calorie burn, the study authors say. When you digest eggs, protein fragments are produced that can prevent your blood vessels from narrowing, which may help keep your blood pressure from rising.

Lose the liquid calories.

Drink nothing but water for 28 days. Some people consume over a thousand calories a day in fluids. Throw down a fruit and yogurt smoothie and you may have just added a lazy 600 calories to your daily total. Keep everything else the same and drop the liquid calories, and you might be laughing all the way to the tailor. Or is it seamstress?

Chew gum.

Stop pounding the steering wheel and reach for a pack of gum. In a British study, people who chewed gum while taking math, memory and concentration tests reported an average 13 percent drop in stress. The study authors believe that the act of chewing might lead to subconscious associations with positive social settings (like mealtimes), which may reduce tension.

Change your routine.

For many people, their exercise regime is “Groundhog Day” all over again. All over again. All over again. When we do the same type of exercise for the same amount of time at the same intensity level (give or take), we end up with the same body. Typically, if nothing changes with our exercise program, nothing changes with our body. Do different to create different. may 2011 | slice

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Not only does sugar turn many of us into diabetics and give us problems with our teeth, it also puts our body in a hormonal state to store fat more easily via the increased production of insulin. In other words, sugar creates a chemical reaction in our body that makes weight and fat loss less likely. Ironic that something containing zero fat can play such a huge role in the obesity epidemic. Watch those cereals; try natural oats for a change.

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When it comes to exercise, many people are simply going through the motions. When they do exercise, they tend to make a two-out-of-ten effort, while hoping for a nineout-of-ten result. No, you don’t need to be hard-core, and no, you don’t need to punish yourself. But you do need to work at a level that necessitates physiological adaptation.

Yes, intensity is relative, and yes, you should ease into it if you’re a beginner. But if you’ve been training for a while, it might be time to get out of first gear.

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Five Decades of Change

By Gary F. Strebel, M.D.

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Gary F. Strebel, an obstetrician-gynecologist in private practice with his daughters Drs. Julie Strebel Hager and Jennifer L. Strebel, is a past president of the Oklahoma State Medical Association and a 20-year delegate to the American Medical Association.

aving practiced women’s medicine for the last 45 years, I’ve seen many changes for the better in women’s health care. Most procedures I do today weren’t learned in medical school and residency, because the techniques available now weren’t in existence then.

I practice with two of my daughters, who finished their residencies in 2002 and 2009. We all learned based on the technology available at those times, but it’s interesting to compare the things I was taught in medical school and residency with the methods my daughters learned.

One of the most notable alterations in women’s health is the Pap smear. The test is done in the same way, but with computers replacing technicians, the cost has increased from about $7 when I began to upwards of $60, depending on the results: positive indications of human papilloma virus – HPV – require further testing, possibly taking a biopsy of the area. Since HPV is a notable cause of cervical cancer, being able to test and detect it early has taken a big bite out of this disease. Although the recently developed HPV vaccine Gardasil is expensive and only protects against a few (but the most common) of the strains of viruses, the benefits far outweigh the possible consequences without it, and most insurance covers the majority of the cost.

Today’s birth control pills have a much smaller – though equally effective – amount of medicine than the first FDAapproved versions, and many more options for taking them than the initial three weeks on and one week off, allowing the patient to choose what will work best for her. Along with pills, there are patches, intrauterine devices (IUD) and implantable devices that offer many options for family planning, all of which have come within the last 50 years.

Development of the mammography machine has played a huge role in improving women’s health. I started offering mammograms in my office in 1979, and their use in early 90

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detection is the biggest reason for the decrease in breast cancer deaths. Originally done on plain x-ray films, they are now digital, giving a much more accurate assessment. In the past, areas of concern were excised by a general surgeon in the hospital. Today, far fewer total mastectomies are performed, and most women can be treated with partial mastectomy or lumpectomy and additional radiation or chemotherapy, depending on their particular circumstances.

The number one killer of women is not breast cancer, but heart disease, originally thought to be more prevalent in men. Now, doctors are much more aggressive in treating hypertension in women and monitoring their cholesterol; lowering it reduces the likelihood of arteriosclerotic heart disease, which leads to heart attacks. Of course, one of the major causes of heart disease is smoking, which 50 years ago was an accepted way of life… not anymore!

When a 1990s study linked hormones to various health concerns, many women quit taking them and are still afraid of them. My practice has decreased the amount of hormones we prescribe, but the patient ultimately must decide if the associated risks outweigh the potential advantages that hormones can offer – dialogue between the patient and her physician can definitely help.

Estrogen prevents osteoporosis in some older patients, but not everyone. The advent of anti-bone re-absorption medications, such as Fosamax, Actonel, Boniva, Reclast and others, helps prevent the progression of bone loss and decreases the occurrence of spine, hip and other fractures.

In my practice, we pride ourselves on the complete practice of women’s health, and I want my patient to know when she leaves her annual exam that we have checked, examined and discussed all possible areas of her health… it’s a much more comprehensive process now than it was 50 years ago.

For 48 years, he rose in the wee hours to watch over the preparation of twists, long johns and fancy doughnuts in his bakeries.

When he retired, he was glad to sleep in ‘til 6:30 — “like regular people,” he said. But he was changing, and after awhile, he began to awaken as the baker again — up and rarin’ to go at 1 am. Baker’s hours, but no bakery.

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r. Kertrisa McWhite considers surgery her specialty, but providing exceptional patient care is her top priority. Dr. McWhite entered her residency planning to embark on a career in vascular surgery. Though she grew to love the trade, she knew by her third year that her passion was helping those embroiled in one of the toughest battles of their lives: the fight against breast cancer.

In the late ’90s, the doctor remembers, there wasn’t much respect for a surgeon who specialized in breast surgery. Most of her colleagues expected to either be general surgeons or master other types of complex specialties such as cardiothoracic, laparoscopic or neurosurgery – but she perceived a need despite its lack of cachet.

In 2005, Dr. McWhite completed a Susan G. Komen Surgical Breast Oncology Fellowship at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. She says the fellowship gave her the opportunity to connect and interact with breast surgeons all across the nation, and allowed her to focus on other aspects of breast cancer treatment, such as medical and radiation oncology and reconstructive surgery.

As a resident, she was able to meet a patient diagnosed with breast cancer, watch her undergo breast surgery and continue follow-up care with her, a process that many residents are not fortunate enough to experience. During that time she realized her calling was to be a breast surgeon, but not just any breast surgeon: Dr. McWhite feels that every patient deserves personalized care and a physician they can count on throughout the process of their diagnoses, treatment and lifetime of follow-up care.

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ward to new connections with patients throughout the Oklahoma City metro. She focuses on oncology issues, including genetic risk assessment (family history of breast cancer) but also sees a wide range of benign conditions in her practice, such as breast pain, cystic conditions and nipple discharge.

Dr. McWhite prefers to meet each patient as she is first diagnosed with any potential oncology issues. At St. Anthony Hospital Breast Center, patients are able to come in for a mammogram and receive their imaging results in just 10 minutes. If additional imaging is needed, it can be done on the same day – a process Dr. McWhite says is “invaluable.” Some medical centers ask for patients to come back for a second consult, and then a third appointment if treatment is needed. “We are trying to streamline the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer at St. Anthony Hospital,” says Dr. McWhite, “to ensure patients are taken care of quickly and given the peace of mind they need.”

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Mary Ellen Ternes, Esq. is a former chemical engineer from both the EPA and industry. She is currently a shareholder with McAfee and Taft and a co-chair with Richard A. Riggs, Esq. of its Renewable and Sustainable Energy Group. She is serving a three-year term on the City of Nichols Hills Environment, Health and Sustainability Commission.

y kids. Perhaps not a complete sentence, but two words representing an overwhelming challenge for me these days when I think about the outdoors and how my kids aren’t in it. I know it’s my fault, for buying them app-attracting “I” things and “P” things (iPod Touch and PS3), having relented in response to tearfully relayed horror stories of their app-less peers. Recently, I found myself on parent probation after imposing a grade-related suspension of electronic privileges and was truly shocked at the response from my usually human offspring. I didn’t grow up this way, so I guess I don’t really get it.

When I was a kid, we spent our summers on our family’s farm, riding horses, running and hiking on the bluffs, pretending we were explorers. We loved the quiet, the ancient cottonwood trees, the wind in the leaves, the Missouri River at all its various stages, the limestone bluffs... and did I already say horses? My parents’ dark basement with its entertainment center – basically a varnished, particle-board box with a radio, record player and eight-track tape player – the single Neil Diamond tape and the kind of sad, beat-up Monkees album were hardly an inducement to miss all that outdoor fun.

My kids don’t have a farm (I wish), and like most parents, I’d want to tag them with electronic chips before I let them roam the city neighborhood by themselves. How do we lure them outdoors? Especially now when the weather isn’t too hot or too cold?

Well, it turns out I am not the only parent struggling with my kids’ “nature deficit disorder.” As Richard Louv, recipient of the 2008 Audubon Medal, writes in his book Last Child in the Woods and later, Leave No Child Inside, our kids are really missing something significant, but there is help out there!

Education.com is just one of the great organizations providing ideas and support in getting our kids outside. One helpful article suggests 10 rules for parents. First, we need to be a role model. Even if we work all the time, we can take our kids outside on the weekends. We can plan field trips on a regular basis, and even organize one with our schools. If 94

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we aren’t already, we should probably follow the American Academy of Pediatrics’ recommendations regarding TV and video games, and limit our kids to one or two hours a day (my parents allowed no television at all during the week). Maybe take a walk after dinner together. Send our kids to summer camp, or just go camping ourselves. Plant a garden, use a field guide and maybe join one of the many organizations (see sidebar) hoping to save our children from artificially lit, yet stilldark interiors filled with indoor air.

Without a reprieve from the gadgets, our kids are probably missing an experience as basic as the profound stillness of the outdoors, the wild beauty of nature, and the reassuring perspective we gain when we can see ourselves as part of something infinitely larger: the ocean, a forest, a field of tall grass.

Prepare for moans and gnashing of teeth. My kids are going powerless. It’s time to reboot our habits, and plan some app-free time without the ancillary equipment.

Get Into the Great Outdoors Learn more about Nature Deficit Disorder at education.com: www.education.com/topic/nature-deficit-disorder Explore Richard Louv’s writings: richardlouv.com For younger kids, check out Lynne Cherry’s books: www.lynnecherry.com Get ideas for reconnecting kids with nature at the Child and Nature Network and gather information on its “Let’s G.O.!” (get outside) campaign: www.childrenandnature.org Other great sources for outdoor ideas: Outward Bound www.outwardbound.org Audubon (check out their summer camps) getoutside.audubon.org Society for Amateur Scientists (form an Oklahoma chapter!) www.sas.org

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he American Heart Association defines its Go Red for Women campaign as a “nationwide movement that celebrates the energy, passion and power of women to band together and wipe out heart disease.” It’s a lofty objective – and a necessary one. Recent statistics state that heart disease claims the life of a woman with almost every minute that passes. Every minute.

Enter the Circle of Red. “The Circle of Red is a group of women who are passionate about fighting heart disease in women,” says Debbie Hite, executive director of the South Central affiliate of the American Heart Association.

The mission is education, the mission is advocacy, the mission is understanding. The 18 women who currently comprise the Circle of Red come from varying backgrounds and perspectives, but they share a commitment to the cause that unites them.

“We started trying to build a group of influential women from the beginning,” says Hite. “Women who would champion the cause and help promote the mission to make women aware that heart disease is actually their number one health threat and to help support women-focused initiatives and gender-specific research. It is critical to build momentum and educate our community, and these are the women who have the ability to influence and educate many people within their own circles or company structures.”

Here is a glimpse of three of the women who comprise Oklahoma City’s Circle of Red. MARTHA BURGER Martha Burger is one of the best-known names in both business and civic circles in Oklahoma City. She is Senior Vice President for Human and Corporate Resources with Chesapeake Energy, and has worked for the company since 1994.

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Central Oklahoma Humane Society. She is also president of the Regional Food Bank Foundation, and has received numerous awards for her civic and charitable work.

Martha became involved with the Go Red for Women campaign several years ago when Chesapeake became a sponsor of the annual luncheon. She is committed to “just speaking up” on behalf of the American Heart Association, but for the last few years Martha has had a much deeper personal connection.

“I was diagnosed with coronary artery disease five years ago,” she says, “and I am hopeful that by supporting this wonderful organization we will be able to find a cure.

To me, getting the word out is so important. There are easy tests that one can do so that you can ‘know your numbers.’ I would like to make sure women understand that they need to get their cholesterol and triglycerides measured and have one of the calcium heart scans. Knowledge is power and once you know your numbers, you can take steps to make sure your heart is healthy!”

SUSAN COLES While Susan Coles and her late husband Allen built and operated Coles Garden, a floral and sculpture museum, and later incorporated a wedding and events business into its operation, she believes she has a different calling.

“I guess you could say that my real occupation is mentoring women,” she says.

She founded the Girls Night Out Society, and its membership boasts more than 200 women in the Oklahoma City area. They meet every Tuesday evening for fellowship and networking. “It appears to be a frivolous endeavor on the surface,” Susan says, “but when there is a cause, as in the case of Go Red for Women, my ladies step up and volunteer their time and money outside of the Girls Night Out realm.”

Susan has also been touched personally by heart disease.

Her husband Allen died of complications from a stroke. “He had suffered a mild heart attack in 2000,” she relates. “He went through several surgeries on his heart over the next six years, beginning with a stent, bypass surgery for five block

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ages, valve replacement and a pacemaker. Needless to say, I saw firsthand what heart disease and congestive heart failure can do to the patient. Ultimately he suffered a stroke, but continued to live for six months, unable to walk without a gait and unable to talk. It was tragic to witness this strong, handsome man go through such a frustrating final six months. When I found out that this is the number one killer of women, I knew, as a women’s advocate, that I needed to be involved.”

JACQUE FIEGEL Jacque Fiegel is Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer and a member of the Executive Management Committee of Coppermark Bank. Her civic work is extensive: she serves on the Board of the Oklahoma City branch of the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, and is a member of the boards of the Oklahoma Economic Club and Canterbury Choral Society. Jacque serves on the Alpha Phi National Foundation Investment Advisory Committee and is a current board member and past president of the Oklahoma City University National Alumni Association. In 2008, Jacque was honored

by U.S. Banker as one of the 25 Most Powerful Women in Banking.

She has been involved with the Go Red campaign for several years, and served as its 2010 co-chair. Coppermark Bank is a signature sponsor of the annual luncheon. “In addition to my corporate involvement, it has become meaningful to me personally and I wanted to contribute at a personal level,” she says. “The Circle of Red was a natural choice for me.”

Jacque believes the focus and dedication of the community of women is a powerful force, and she brings not only a passion for the cause of heart health, but a commitment to getting things done. “I have many family members, including myself, who are impacted by heart disease and this is one small way I can help. Being around women with a common cause is powerful to me and I plan to do my part in spreading the word about Go Red. I feel it is important to have my personal financial commitment coincide with the commitment of my heart to the cause.”

GO RED AT LUNCH The 2011 Oklahoma City Go Red for Women Luncheon takes place on Friday, May 13 at the Cox Convention Center. More than 500 professional and philanthropic women will attend the program, which consists of educational forums related to heart health. A silent auction will help raise funds for the local Go Red movement.

For more information on the local event, visit www.heart.org/oklahomacity or call 948.2147.

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Full Circle The Circle of Red is open to all women who make a minimum financial investment and commit to the Go Red for Women goals: public education to increase awareness of heart disease as the leading killer of women; educating health care professionals and lawmakers; and raising funds for women’s awareness, education and research programs. The roster of Oklahoma City’s Circle of Red includes: Mitzy Baggott Midwest Regional Medical Center Royce Bargas, M.D. Midwest Regional Medical Center Cynthia Brindley Martha Burger Chesapeake Energy Susan Chambers, M.D. Lakeside Women’s Hospital Cyndi Cleary Waterford Properties Susan Coles Girls’ Night Out Janice Dobbs Retired, Devon Energy Jacque Fiegel Coppermark Bank Teresa Folger, M.D. Por Vu & Lakeside Physicians Group Candace Haynes Midwest Regional Medical Center Barbara Henry, C.P.A. Shannon Hiebert Enterprise Rent-A-Car Kris Mullins, M.D. Saints Medical Group, Cardiovascular Specialists Julie Nebgen Simons Petroleum Sara Sweet Sweet Law Karla Wood Midwest Regional Medical Center Ceil Yowell, R.N. Oklahoma Spine Hospital

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ver the course of my 30-something-year career in the employee benefit business, I am constantly amazed by the lackadaisical approach so many plan sponsors have to managing their company’s retirement plan. They often have a “throw it in the back of the drawer” mentality and assume that the plan they set up years ago still meets the needs of their employees and satisfies the mandates of ERISA. Like the little black dress that I wore when I was 20 that is no longer in style or comes close to fitting me today, so goes the retirement plan that has not been reviewed, maintained and updated.

Employer-sponsored retirement plans are an effective means for employee retention, allowing employees to build their retirement nest egg while benefiting from tax savings. However, if not operated properly, a retirement plan can inadvertently expose the employer to liability from unhappy plan participants and the federal government (namely the Department of Labor and Internal Revenue Service). So, what should a responsible plan sponsor do when they decide to pull their plan out of that bottom drawer and dust it off?

First, they need to partner with an advisor who can walk them through the complex maze of a total plan evaluation. Not their cousin, golfing buddy, a vendor pushing their product or a broker without a securities license. This partner should work on a fee basis, and accept no compensation from a chosen vendor.

The next step is to review your plan design and determine whether it still meets the needs of your company.

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I think you get the picture. Just as you trade in your old car for all the new features offered in today’s models, your retirement plan needs to be updated as well.

Steps three and four should happen simultaneously.

Your partner advisor should create a Request for Proposal (RFP) for TPAs, mutual fund families, insurance companies and other potential plan administrative vendors. The RFP should include all of their services and fees associated with administering your plan, from both the employer and employee perspective. Once the RFP is completed and returned, it will be easy to identify those companies who can best assist you in the management of your plan.

While the RFP process is taking place, you will want to concentrate your efforts on choosing a qualified financial advisor, one who will accept the fiduciary liability that would normally be the plan sponsor’s responsibility and improve the retirement savings under the plan at a reasonable fee. Under ERISA guidelines, the employer is the sponsor of their retirement plan, and the plan’s trustees assume the fiduciary role. Since most employers and trustees are lacking in that expertise, they will want to hire someone with the professional knowledge to carry out the investment decisions and other functions.

The final step is to put that file back in your drawer.

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The Most Successful Person I Know

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uccess is tough to define, but, if you’re like me, you know it when you see it. One of the most successful individuals I know isn’t an industry leader.

He enjoys living in Oklahoma City but he’s not famous, and not wealthy in terms of what most people think of as wealth.

As an investment advisor, I know many who are financially successful. And yet, if I shared with him that he is one of the most successful people I know or have ever known, he would probably laugh and think I was kidding. He’s that way: humble. By worldly standards, he may not be successful… but I’ll let you decide.

He is an artist, a sculptor and a potter, and he also teaches others how to make their own works of art. He loves his work so much that he can’t imagine doing anything else; and he would do it for free, but he is so good at it that he gets paid well. He has his own studio called Paseo Pottery. If you visit him there, he will greet you with a genuine smile – every time.

He loves his family, and has been blessed with two beautiful children who respect him. His children often look to him for wisdom and guidance, yet are independent enough to make their own decisions.

He is the strongest man of faith I know. He walks his talk, not a plastic, holierthan-thou type. He truly believes, yet doesn’t judge others. He volunteers his time, talent and treasure. Sometimes he prays for impossible things, or “miracles,” if you will. And they are just that. Yet more often than not, these crazy, unrealistic prayers come true. He tries to explain to me that if you don’t believe in miracles, you’re not being realistic. Perhaps I’ll learn someday.

He is physically fit. If you were to see him – tan and, as many would say, “cut” – you would guess him to be 10 to 15 years younger than he is. His smile engages you and his high energy level is contagious. He’s enthusiastic about his family, his work, his life.

I’ve never met anyone I could say is happier and more successful than this artist.

He makes people happy with the work he enjoys doing. All in all, he leads a beautifully balanced life: faith, family, work and health. And in terms of finances, he has put two children through private school, tithes even when it isn’t “convenient,” has a college fund for his children and is setting some aside for retirement. He is on schedule with the goals he wants to realize, and the future he wants is secure.

Many of us feel that success is only measured through qualities like power, wealth and fame. Not true. Success covers a myriad of different purposes and accomplishments that people strive for every day. Many of the most lasting and satisfying forms of success, perhaps most of them, have nothing to do with being rich, famous or powerful.

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he correspondence at our office becomes particularly exciting this time of year, as our readers summarize the lives of incredible moms for our annual Hot Mamas feature.

We’re convinced that few things are as inspiring as a life well-lived, and your nominations provide plenty of supporting evidence.

In this eighth installment of the feature, we proudly spotlight 12 remarkable women who have excelled in making our world a little better, through dedication to family and the community, and finally to the pages of this magazine – where you’ll discover what it really means to be a “Hot Mama.”

Happy Mother’s Day to all!

Cynde Collins-Clark EDMOND

When her son, Joe, returned from active duty in Iraq with undiagnosed but severe Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Cynde embarked on a journey to advocate for her son and her family to find the resources necessary to help him through his painful recovery process. In 2006, she founded Veterans’ Families United (VFU) because she learned that many families of returning veterans face the same challenges. Cynde’s daughter Christy Collins writes, “Upon my brother’s return from Iraq, our family underwent tremendous challenges coping with Joe’s new mental illness. I saw my mother rise up in the face of so much sadness and grief and meet this new monster head-on.” As a mother first and a psychotherapist second, Cynde serves as the Executive Director of VFU in Edmond.

Spouse Jim Children James, Jimmy, Christy, Joe, Betsy and Stephanie Nicole Grandchildren Samuel, Adam, Sarah Grace, William and Olivia Motherhood motto Encourage each child to use their gifts and be of service to others. Parenting advice for new moms Create an environment of encouragement and joy. More than anything, being a mom has taught me A deep and abiding appreciation for life and a sense of humble pride in the type of people our children have become The most important thing I’ve taught my kids Cherish our faith. Love one another. Extend hearts of service. Have hope. The strangest thing I’ve taught my kids Wear matching socks. The person who inspired me to be a great mom My mom (faith and fashion) and my dad (faith and fun). Both taught me commitment. Being a “Hot Mama” means The greatest compliment a mom can have is for her own child to want her to be recognized. It is one of the greatest honors I have received. My secret weapon Love The greatest blessing I’ve received from being a mom is Watching my children blossom into incredibly honorable people with great integrity, creativity, courage and humility.

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Caitlin Kelley MOORE

During her tenure as the Community Relations Coordinator for Infant Crisis Services, Caitlin Kelley approached a national group-buying site to give part of their profits from local deals in Oklahoma City to the charity. They refused. Out of frustration, she decided to start her own group-buying site for moms on the local level, to give back to charities in Oklahoma City, and MommaCounts.com was born. Caitlin’s mother and nominator, Vicky Bass, believes this kind of ingenuity is just one example of Caitlin’s tenacious spirit and loving heart. When she’s not busy with her five-year-old son, Boston, Caitlin teaches a weekly group of young women at Church of the Servant United Methodist Church.

“This is a lot of accomplishment for her short 25 years, but she has made her time count, because this momma counts every day for God, her family, her friends and her community,” Vicky adds.

Spouse Tyler Children Boston (and one on the way!) Motherhood motto Keep calm and “mom on.” Parenting advice for new moms Enjoy every single moment. Only listen to positive advice about motherhood. More than anything, being a mom has taught me True love and greater understanding. Also, how precious life is. The most important thing I’ve taught my son Compassion, love, discernment, kindness and not to judge someone by how they look The strangest thing I’ve taught my son How to jump out and surprise people. (This one has bitten me in the behind at times!) One day, they’ll know Mom was right that You can do anything you put your heart and mind to. The person who inspired me to be a great mom My mother, my sister and my best friend, Beki. Being a “Hot Mama” means so much to me. I feel so honored. My secret weapon Prayer and all the amazing people in my life pushing me.

The greatest blessing I’ve received from being a mom is Everything. Every day is a gift.

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Paula Schick was joined by her four siblings in nominating their mother, Mary Louise Khoury, as a Hot Mama for her example of self-sacrifice, serving others and the community. “While raising her brood of five kids with her husband, Paul,” Paula writes, “she managed his real estate office in the home, volunteered at school (including cooking and sewing classes), was a scout leader for many years and was involved in many activities at church, ultimately receiving the Woman of Achievement Award for her parish.” Mary Louise also received The Oklahoman’s “Golden Thimble” Award for her unrivaled ability to sew anything – school uniforms, costumes or prom and wedding dresses. Her service to the community includes being a docent for the Oklahoma Arts Center, a voting poll volunteer and a meal delivery volunteer for Catholic Charities. Paula concludes that this grandmother of nine “lives joyfully and reminds them how important it is to look beyond yourself and find ways to help others.”

Spouse The late Paul Khoury Children Helen Forest, Mary Ann Whitsett, Karen Khoury, Paula Schick and Michael Khoury Grandchildren Christina and Lauren Forest, Aaron and Olivia Schick, Rachel Arnold, Cory, Gabrielle, Mary Claire and Catherine Whitsett Motherhood motto Don’t worry – things are never as bad as they seem. More than anything, being a mom has taught me Patience and always letting my kids know how much I love them. The most important thing I’ve taught my kids Always say, “thank you,” show respect to your parents and teachers and be polite to everyone. One day, they’ll know Mom was right about saving for the future The person who inspired me to be a great mom My own mother Being a “Hot Mama” means Humility, but I’m very honored that my children hold me in such esteem. My secret weapon Not speaking until my opinion is requested. The greatest blessing I’ve received from being a mom is Gratitude and fulfillment.

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Lucille Rose EDMOND

Terri White describes her mother, Lucille, as the “poster child” for raising future generations and making a difference in the world. The mother of six daughters had been a very content “stay-at-home, PTA, cookie-baking mother,” according to Terri, until Lucille’s husband was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor. “Within one week, we went from a happy family with a bright future to saying goodbye to our precious daddy, who never came out of recovery,” Terri writes. Lucille, faced with the daunting task of raising six girls, ages five to 15, on her own, resolved to raise happy, healthy and productive women. She returned to college to pursue a master’s degree in counseling, all the while remaining a hands-on mother. At the same time, she founded a nonprofit organization, Alcohol Training and Education, counseling thousands of people each year to improve their quality of life. Today, at age 83, Lucille is a grandmother of 19 and a great-grandmother of five. On top of that, she still works full time.

Spouse The late Howard Rose Children Michele Kinft, Laura Rafferty, Terri White, Cynthia Barry, Melanie Reber and Megan Taber – plus 14 grandsons, five granddaughters and five great-granddaughters Motherhood motto Make sure they know they’re loved, regardless. Parenting advice for new moms Don’t be afraid to discipline. If you want to embarrass your kids Sing. More than anything, being a mom has taught me Patience, to reserve judgment, to be a good listener The most important thing I’ve taught my kids To be strong, independent women and to get a good education One day, they’ll know Mom was right that good grades are important The person who inspired me to be a great mom My mom Being a “Hot Mama” means I must have done something right during all those years. My secret weapon Not to blow up when they’ve done something bad. It really gets them! The greatest blessing I’ve received from being a mom is all the love and caring that is flowing back to me.

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Jean Latham MERIDIAN

During our Hot Mamas photo shoot, we asked Jean Latham to take out “Badge #1,” a tarnished and wellworn memento of her 28-year career with the Oklahoma City Police Department, which she began in 1955, along with five other women – despite protests from the Chief of Police. The six women patrolled downtown Oklahoma City on foot five-and-a-half days each week, winter and summer – and they did it in skirts and high heels. Jean became the first female detective in the OCPD in 1974 and retired in 1983. She was inducted into the Oklahoma Law Enforcement Hall of Fame in December 2010, in recognition for her service as a pioneer for women in law enforcement, including her daughter and nominator, Judy Goodwin, who followed in her mother’s footsteps as a police officer for five years. “Having one of these women for a mother made for a really interesting childhood,” Judy writes. “Having my mother to look to as an example convinced me early on that there was nothing I couldn’t accomplish, regardless of my gender. What a wonderful gift.”

Companion Simon Thomas Children Judith Goodwin and Michael Latham Grandchildren Julie McMahon, Terry Melton, Rose McCracken and Nicholas Goodwin – plus 13 great-grandchildren! Motherhood motto Don’t touch that! You don’t know where it’s been! Parenting advice for new moms Prepare not to get much sleep.

If you want to embarrass your kids Show up at their school. More than anything, being a mom has taught me Patience The most important thing I’ve taught my kids Be fearless. You can accomplish anything. The strangest thing I’ve taught my kids How to turn on the red lights and siren in a police car. One day, they’ll know Mom was right when I said You’re not going to understand this until you have kids of your own. The person who inspired me to be a great mom My mother. Being a “Hot Mama” means Being surprised that people would think so. My secret weapon A Glock .40-caliber handgun The greatest blessing I’ve received from being a mom is My children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

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Jennifer Defee OKLAHOMA CITY

Jennifer Defee came to the U.S. in her 20s, looking for adventure… according to her daughter, Gemma. While she was here, she fell in love with Phil Defee and decided to stay. Once her three daughters were old enough to go to school, Jennifer enrolled in college at the age of 40. “With my dad’s help, she worked several part-time jobs, kept house, studied at night and still managed to have dinner on the table every evening so that the five of us could eat together, talking about dreams and the future,” Gemma writes. Jennifer became the first in the family to graduate with a college degree. She chose to use it at a grade school full of diversity and problems, in an effort to make the world a better place, according to Gemma. Today, after 14 years of teaching, many of her “children” have come back to visit her and let her know that they are the first in their families to go to or graduate from college, as well.

Spouse Phil Children Gemma Defee Cooper, Laura Munnerlyn, Lily Defee Grandchildren Keira Cooper, Josie, Heath and Ozzie Munnerlyn Motherhood motto Try to find humor in a situation. If that’s impossible, it will be better in the morning. Parenting advice for new moms Take deep breaths and nap when you can. More than anything, being a mom has taught me To put others first and to love children The most important thing I’ve taught my kids To keep an open mind and to be tolerant The strangest thing I’ve taught my kids The rules of “garage sale-ing” One day, they’ll know Mom was right that You’ll never know how much I love you until you have children of your own. The person who inspired me to be a great mom My mother-in-law and my mother Being a “Hot Mama” means Being appreciative of how much my daughters love me. My secret weapon Food – I cook for the entire family on Sundays. “Feed them and they will come.” The greatest blessing I’ve received from being a mom is My children and their children.

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Sara Collins EDMOND

Jon Davenport nominated his daughter Sara for her efforts in serving the community, caring for a special-needs child and changing her own life in her struggle with diabetes.

“Sara has overcome many obstacles to get where she is today,” Davenport writes, describing Sara’s determination to teach others about the importance of proper care and education for all children – a mission that has earned her recognition as a DHS Community Service Volunteer of the Year and as recipient of the Distinguished Service Award from the Oklahoma Association of Technology Centers for the “Read Across America” event she has helped to coordinate.

Davenport adds that Sara has minimized her need for diabetes medication by participating in a stringent weight loss regimen that has not only changed her view on nutrition; it’s changed her life for the better.

Spouse Jeffrey Children Lauren, Kaitlyn and Jeffrey, II Motherhood motto If you fail to plan, plan to fail. If you want to embarrass your kids Kiss them in front of their friends. The most important thing I’ve taught my kids Choices have consequences. The strangest thing I’ve taught my kids To enjoy extreme roller coasters! One day, they’ll know Mom was right about The importance of education The person who inspired me to be a great mom My daughter | Being a “Hot Mama” means Taking care of yourself the way you take care of your family My secret weapon Listening to my children The greatest blessing I’ve received from being a mom is Being part of my children’s lives and watching them grow into wonderful people. may 2011 | slice

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Laura Massenat OKLAHOMA CITY

Fellow Hot Mama Eileen de Coune nominated her friend, Laura, not knowing that she had been nominated herself. Eileen describes Laura as “a mother to progress in the renaissance of Oklahoma City,” detailing this mother of four’s efforts to elevate the health culture of Oklahoma City Public Schools through education and advocacy in her work as the president and co-founder of the nonprofit organization Eat Wise OKC. A confessed coffee aficionada, Laura is also one of the founders of Elemental Coffee Roasters, LLC, whose mission is to bring the world’s greatest coffees to Oklahoma City.

Eileen writes, “Laura is well admired and loved by her peers. Being around her makes you want to do more, give more and realize the potential you didn’t know you had.”

Spouse Laurent Children Zac, Thomas, Chloe and Theo Motherhood motto Do it the right way, not the easy way. Parenting advice for new moms Be a human being, not a human doing. More than anything, being a mom has taught me My parents loved me. The most important thing I’ve taught my kids I don’t try to protect them from getting hurt. I teach them how to handle it and recover. The strangest thing I’ve taught my kids To drink coffee. One day, they’ll know Mom was right that The only thing that can be wrong with a situation is what you think about it. The person who inspired me to be a great mom My sister-in-law, Stacy Phillips Being a “Hot Mama” means Giving myself permission to shine. My secret weapon My ability to stay calm The greatest blessing I’ve received from being a mom is Understanding the grace of being purely loved.

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Caroline Cannon OKLAHOMA CITY

Dana Cannon Brinson describes her mother, Caroline, as “the glue that holds our family together.” As a very active volunteer with several local charities and political campaigns, Caroline still finds time to attend Pilates classes, travel extensively and maintain a constant presence in the lives of her children and grandchildren. Caroline established the Sara Caroline Brinson Children’s Heart Fund at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center in memory of her late granddaughter. “Throughout my life, one of the things I’ve always known is that I have my mother’s unconditional support,” Dana says. “Her example of living each day to the fullest continues to inspire me.”

Spouse The late Judge Joe Cannon Children Dana Brinson, Scott Cannon, Toni Hoffman Grandchildren Scott Brinson, the late Sara Caroline Brinson, Avery and Maggie Cannon, Blair Bunch, Keihl Hoffman Great-grandson James Andrew Bunch Motherhood motto Don’t sweat the small stuff.

Parenting advice for new moms Relax. You’ll have plenty of time for yourself later. More than anything, being a mom has taught me I’m not as smart as I thought I was. The most important thing I’ve taught my kids How to work and the value of money One day, they’ll know Mom was right about Exercise. Exercise. Exercise. The person who inspired me to be a great mom My mother Being a “Hot Mama” means Remaining relevant My secret weapon Laughter The greatest blessing I’ve received from being a mom is A large family… and growing (Caroline’s first great-grandchild, James Andrew Bunch, was born during the Hot Mamas photo shoot.)

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Tracy Grammer NORMAN

Tracy Grammer is a speech-language pathologist who specializes in voice restoration following total laryngectomy, the surgical removal of the voice box. According to her husband and nominator, David, she also specializes in restoring the lives of countless survivors of traumatic events, organizing an annual trip to Red River, New Mexico for adults who have sustained brain injury as the result of accidents or other events. A competitive sweep rower, canoeist and mountain/road cyclist, Tracy also organizes and hosts a camp in Oklahoma for adult survivors of traumatic brain injury called Camp Sunrise. David describes his wife as a wonderful, loving and nurturing mother to the couple’s son, Nicholas, for whom she sets a great example of selflessness, service to others and being respectful of differences.

Spouse David Child Nicholas Motherhood motto Embrace your child’s individuality. Respect your child’s passions. Foster your child’s independence. Parenting advice for new moms It is your role to teach your child to be a respectful person of integrity, compassion and honor. If you want to embarrass your kids Show affection to your teenage son in public. More than anything, being a mom has taught me Life is too short to fill up on the green beans and broccoli! Eat dessert throughout the meal! Take time to laugh, play and love. The most important thing I’ve taught my son Respect and embrace differences in others. Also, he will never regret being a man of integrity. The strangest thing I’ve taught my son How to pop and ride wheelies on his bike and how to care for leeches. The person who inspired me to be a great mom My mother, Judy Johnson – a mother of five and grandmother of 15 Being a “Hot Mama” means I have an incredible family who embrace my passions in life and service to others. My secret weapon Listening to my son and never forgetting to laugh and have fun The greatest blessing I’ve received from being a mom is Watching Nicholas grow into a caring and responsible young man. I say that I have one child to the “fifth power!”

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Eileen de Coune OKLAHOMA CITY

Charles de Coune characterizes his wife, Eileen, as a woman who goes “above and beyond” in everything she does. “She excels as a mother and computer programmer whose efforts are truly helping Oklahoma City children.” As a board member for Eat Wise OKC, Eileen has helped to change the food culture of Oklahoma City Public Schools by reducing the amount of processed, sugary and starched foods offered in schools and increasing the amount of healthy options, such as fruits and vegetables. Eileen teaches religious education each week at her church and coaches her children’s soccer team.

Spouse Charles Children Chloé, Christian and Maximilien Motherhood motto Love and laugh often. Parenting advice for new moms Have fun. Count your blessings and remember to look at the big picture when things get tough. More than anything, being a mom has taught me Life is so much better when absorbed through the eyes of a child. The most important thing I’ve taught my kids Everything we have and every opportunity is a gift. Always, always say “thank you.” The strangest thing I’ve taught my kids How to call an animal in the animal’s language. One day, they’ll know Mom was right that the best foods are also good for you. The person who inspired me to be a great mom My mother Being a “Hot Mama” means Being the kind of person you want your kids to marry My secret weapon My amazing husband and believing in my potential The greatest blessing I’ve received from being a mom is when my kids say they want to be just like me when they grow up.

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Jenny McIntosh Flax NORMAN

“My Jenny has two passions in her life: her children and her community,” writes Joan McIntosh of her daughter, Jenny Flax, describing the woman we instantly recognized as a fireball when we met her. When she was a mother of three, Jenny learned that she couldn’t carry another pregnancy. A life-changing phone call announced that a newborn had arrived, and the Flaxes became a family of six with the addition of an adopted son, Jack. At the same time, Jenny became a staunch advocate for the miracle of adoption and founded an organization called C.A.K.E. (Celebrating Adopted Kids Everyday), a network that provides support and advice for adoptive mothers. Together with her son Jack, Jenny organizes an annual event in recognition of National Adoption Day each November for families who have been blessed through adoption. Jack wanted to take the occasion a step further by helping needy babies in Norman, so the event evolved into a Diaper Pantry Party, providing diapers for the Cleveland County Center for Children and Families.

Spouse Troy Children Samuel, Abbey, William and Jack Motherhood motto Never argue with a hungry child! Parenting advice for new moms Try to nurse if at all possible. If you want to embarrass your kids Cry every single time they leave the house – especially when they drive themselves away in a car! More than anything, being a mom has taught me Never say “never.” The most important thing I’ve taught my kids That a mother’s love is unconditional. There is nothing that can ever make me stop loving them. The strangest thing I’ve taught my kids Latin. One day, they’ll know Mom was right that Your whole life’s perspective changes the moment you hold your first baby in your arms. The person who inspired me to be a great mom My mother and grandmothers. Being a “Hot Mama” means Being honored to be recognized for just being who I am and doing what I love My secret weapon The “Flax Family Call” – I can turn all their heads immediately with my signature, “Woo woo woo!” The greatest blessing I’ve received from being a mom is the overwhelming privilege of growing new life and then presenting them to the world.

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Paying Tribute to Our Hot Mamas

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Tahari “Pauline” suit in ivory white, “Camilla” sling-back patent pump in gold ivory by J. Renée, extra-long pearl necklace by Cézanne – from Dillard’s at Penn Square Mall

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The Swag

Our Hot Mamas went home loaded down with great gifts, and we thank the following for their generosity:

Silver angel coin from the Angels Foster Family Network OKC, 4216 Rimridge in Edmond, 285.6193, www.angelsfosterokc.com

Two free passes and exhibition catalogues from the Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, 555 Elm in Norman, 325.4938, www.ou.edu/fjjma

$50 gift certificate from Mitchell’s Jewelry, 218 E. Main in Norman, 360.2515, www.mitchells-jewelry.com

$100 gift card from Physicians Optical, 4200 W. Memorial in OKC, 749.4285, www.physicians-optical.com

Jewelry wrap from B.C. Clark Jewelers, 101 Park Ave. in OKC, 232.8806, www.bcclark.com

$20 gift certificate from Funky Monkey, 14101 N. May in OKC, 748.7066, www.funkymonkeyokc.com

Jewelry travel rolls from Naifeh Fine Jewelry, 9203 N. Penn in OKC, 607.4323, www.naifehfinejewelry.com

Four-pack of tickets from the Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History, 2401 Chautauqua in Norman, 325.4712, www.samnoblemuseum.org

Ticket to the Kevin Eubanks show from Black Liberated Arts Center, 4915 N. Lincoln in OKC, 524.3800, www.blacinc.org

Notebook and pen set from Infant Crisis Services, 4224 N. Lincoln in OKC, 528.3663, www.infantcrisis.org

$25 gift card from Nonna’s and the Painted Door, 1 Mickey Mantle Dr. in OKC, 235.4410, www.nonnas.com, www.painteddoor.com

$15 gift card from Sooner Bowling Center, 550 24th Ave. N.W. in Norman, 360.3634, www.soonerbowl.com

Four tickets to an Oklahoma Children’s Theatre Performance, 2501 N. Blackwelder in OKC, 606.7003, www.oklahomachildrenstheatre.org

A pair of tickets to the UCO Jazz Lab, 100 E. Fifth in Edmond, 359.7989, www.ucojazzlab.com

Cookbook and set of note cards from The Children’s Center, 6800 N.W. 39th Expressway in Bethany, 440.9866, www.tccokc.org

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Tote bag filled with products from Esteé Lauder, Clinique, Clarins, Shisheido and Kiehls from Dillard’s at Penn Square Mall, 1901 N.W. Expressway in OKC, 840.8495, www.dillards.com A $20 dining certificate from FireLake Grand Casino, I-40 exit 178 in Shawnee, 96.GRAND, www.firelakegrand.com

$25 gift certificate toward adult’s or child’s art class from Fine Arts Institute of Edmond, 27 E. Edwards, 340.4481, www.edmondfinearts.com

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Blown glass wine stopper from Blue Sage Studios, custom necklace from Istvan Gallery and Art Fusion Studio, 1218 N. Western in OKC, 831.2874, www.bluesagestudios.com, www.istvangallery.com, www.artfusionstudio.com

2011 Calendar from JRB Art at the Elms, 2810 N. Walker in OKC, 528.6336, www.jrbartgallery.com

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The winning design

By Kent Anderson

hen the 137 th running of the Kentucky Derby takes place in Louisville this month, there will be much tradition to celebrate. The race itself, of course, but two weeks of pomp and pageantry precede the event. There will be derby hats, food traditions such as Derby Pie, and of course, mint juleps.

This year, the mint juleps at the Kentucky Derby take on added significance for an area artist. Brown-Forman, the official distiller for the Derby, sells tens of thousands of juleps on race day, packaged in collectible bottles.

For 2011, each of those bottles will bear a design by Marita Walizer of Oklahoma City.

“I’m still pinching myself,” says Marita. “I keep thinking, ‘Did this really happen?’”

It really happened. Marita is a Louisville native who has lived in Oklahoma City for 25 years and is represented by the Howell Gallery. She grew up steeped in Kentucky traditions, including the Derby. When Brown-Forman announced the nationwide “What the Kentucky Derby Means to Me” art competition last year, she decided to enter. But the contest and its outcome are bittersweet for Marita: her father died the day after last year’s Kentucky Derby.

She spent a month in Louisville with her mother after her father’s death last May. After returning to Oklahoma, family members told her of the contest. She had to think – and paint – fast. She found out about the contest two weeks before the deadline for designs to be submitted.

“The easy part was deciding on the derby hats,” says Marita, whose chosen medium is oils. “I’ve been painting them for 20 years.

So I looked at photos I had taken at Churchill Downs, which gave me the perspective I wanted. Then, on a Saturday, two weeks before the deadline, I had some friends over. It was one of those 100-degree days, and I asked if they would model for me. I herded them all into the back yard, I grabbed my julep glasses and picked fresh sprigs of mint, and that’s how I got the poses. I know where the light goes across Churchill Downs, and I placed them how they would be in the box, toward the sun. That’s how I had consistent lighting.”

Marita worked on the painting constantly for the next two weeks.

“I burned a lot of midnight oil,” she says.

Finishing just in time, she submitted her design. She was notified that her design was chosen, and not long thereafter, tragedy struck her family again. Her mother became ill in October. Marita went to Louisville, this time taking the winning painting with her. She showed it to her mother. “I set it on Mom’s lap, and she smiled and said, ‘I like it. It’s pretty.’”

Marita’s mother died shortly thereafter, but one of Marita’s joys was the knowledge that her mother knew she had won the nationwide contest, and had seen the painting in person before she died.

Losing both parents within five months of each other, and all in the same time period as the contest, has given Marita some perspective – on the Kentucky Derby, family and the creative process.

“Some of the models in the painting are family, some are friends,” she says. “But I needed to fill in a lot of faces in the crowd, and since my dad had passed away just a few weeks earlier, I put him in. One thing led to another, and I put in the faces of a lot of family members.

The Derby has all this tradition since 1875, and what I realized was important to me was the friends and family, the people you celebrate with. They were on my mind as I was working on this.”

For Marita Walizer, winning this contest means that thousands of people will see and collect her work. It means a trip to Louisville, media attention, bottle and print signings. It means she has already begun thinking about a design for next year’s contest. But above all this, it means friends and family and the relationships that come to define both life and art.

Marita’s mother and father

Tidbit

Marita’s youngest sister has Down Syndrome, and Marita donates a percentage of every print she sells to Apple Patch, a residential community in Kentucky for adults with mental and physical challenges. Information is at www.applepatch.org.

More information on Marita’s art is at www.maritawalizer.com.

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The Other Side of

By Lauren Hammack Photo by K.O. Rinearson

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Karl Springer

t’s practically a 24/7 gig. Arguably, the most controversial – and thankless – job in the state. Burnout rate: ridiculously high. A decade’s worth of predecessors left within the first year or two … some accompanied by TV cameras.

Three years in, Superintendant Karl Springer faces the daily maelstrom of supervising more than 40,000 students in the Oklahoma City Public School District with unflappable composure and a steadfast drive to forge a path of success for each one of them. “If we do it right,” Springer says, “we’ll make a significant difference in the lives of thousands.”

The superintendent, a former special education teacher who reflects daily on the finest virtues of both his late father and late father-in-law, reveals himself as someone who, most assuredly, is doing it right. We convinced Springer to skip class (not that we’re advocating truancy, of course) long enough to quiz him about his other side.

What is your hometown?

Los Angeles.

I hear you have a military past.

I do. I enlisted in the Marines after college, and later, after I’d been teaching in Muskogee, I served in the Army Reserves for more than 30 years.

What is gratifying about your job?

It’s the opportunity of a lifetime to make a positive difference for kids.

I want to give it 125 percent of my effort.

Who talked you into taking this job?

Kirk Humphreys convinced me to interview for it. My daughter told me, “I can think of 40,000 good reasons for you to take the job.”

How does your day start and how does it end?

It starts at 4:30am. I run for an hour to clear my mind. Most days end around 8 or 9pm. It’s more of a lifestyle than a workday.

Is there an event in your career that left an indelible mark on you?

I struggled learning to read in the first grade. In fourth grade, my teacher, Mr. Renner, made me his “project” and taught me to read. I keep a photo of him and my fourth grade class on my office wall.

What are people wrong about concerning this district?

I don’t think they realize that 99.9 percent of our kids are wonderful human beings who are resilient, cooperative and who want to be successful.

What’s the strangest thing you ever did as part of your job?

When I was working in Mustang, a colleague and I used to drive around at midnight and again at 3am to assess the road conditions when the weather was bad. That was just crazy.

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What guilty pleasure would you confess?

Given the opportunity, I could put away a half-gallon of Rocky Road ice cream.

What are you currently obsessed with?

I’ve had a 50-year obsession with running.

Who inspires you?

Kindergarten teachers, as a group, for moving kids from one activity to the next every three minutes.

If you only had this opportunity to convince me of something, what would that be?

That Oklahoma City kids are the most important topic, factor and objective our city will ever face and that all their needs must be met to give them a wonderful education.

Are you sentimental about anything?

I miss my dad. I wear his watch every day.

Any recurring dreams?

Yes – I’m either back in the Army or the Marines, and I’ve got some part of my uniform wrong. Or, I’m in college and I’ve forgotten I’ve enrolled in a particular class.

Who has been the most important mentor in your life?

My wife, Catherine.

What’s the best advice you ever got?

In 1978, I got pneumonia and ended up in the VA hospital in Muskogee. Beside me was a WWI veteran named Gus who had a simple, straightforward view of life. He told me, “Prepare yourself.”

Nine times out of ten you will…?

Get lost, despite the GPS in my car.

What subject are you glad you studied?

Psychology.

Have you ever even used Algebra?

Occasionally, solving for “X” has been an issue and the abstract approach is sometimes best.

How would your kids describe their dad?

As being musically “not with it.” And probably the only one left in Oklahoma City who doesn’t have a Facebook page.

Resistance is futile. You need to get on that.

Yeah, I know.

What advice would you give parents of the kids in your district?

I’d tell them that their child’s potential is unknowable. Have high expectations.

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f there’s anything better than expecting a baby, it’s looking great while you’re expecting. Maternity wear – once the mainstay of the Butterick pattern – has evolved more than any other area of women’s fashion in the past decade.

The covetable pieces we collected this month are essentials for mothers-to-be... and are the real secret for projecting a maternal glow.

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Red-trimmed nautical top by Maternal America, dark indigo skinny jean by Maternal America; both from BellaBlu Maternity & Baby | Gray and pink paisley nursing top by Lilac, white denim cigarette pant by Maternal America, pink three-strand necklace and pink earrings; all from Pickles and Ice Cream Maternity Apparel | Next page: Gray cotton wrap nursing top by Lilac, black Bermuda shorts by Olian, turquoise floral bib necklace and silver with turquoise drop earrings; all from Pickles and Ice Cream Maternity Apparel

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Jules & Jim strapless smocked tropical-print sundress from BellaBlu Maternity and Baby | Sleeveless empire-waist maxi dress in blue ikat print from A Pea in the Pod

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Jules & Jim cobalt blue cotton flutter sleeve dress, pearl and chain necklace and pearl drop earrings; all from Pickles and Ice Cream | Black embellished tank and Mavi Secret Fit Belly™ Cargo Pockets shorts from A Pea in the Pod

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OUT & ABOUT A pictorial wrap-up of local parties and events from previous months.

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ONLINE EXCLUSIVES See the scene at these events online at www.sliceok.com ADDY Awards Art With a Heart Beau Geste XXIII Byliner Awards Earth, Sky and Water Guns-n-Hoses Jennifer Hustis Exhibit Mediterranea Norman Mardi Gras OKC! Sooner or Later‌ Oscar Night America The Elephants Are Home Upward Transitions may 2011 | slice

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A NIGHT FOR AFRICA

Photos by Justin Avera

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2 OKC Thunder guard Thabo Sefolosha and his wife Bertille plant seeds to foster international charity by hosting a fundraiser for the IMBEWU organization, which benefits the children of Mamelodi, South Africa

3 1 Anna Burns, Wes Welker 2 Ryan and Melanie Hayhurst, Anna Maria and Dan Tonseth 3 Drew Dorian, Kealey McIntire 4 Dr. Bill and Donna Bozalis 5 Thabo and Bertille Sefolosha 6 Andrea and Desmond Mason

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GATHERING OF ANGELS

Photos by Claude Long

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1 Pi Beta Phi alumnae and guests congregate at the OKC Golf and Country Club to enjoy lunch, one another’s company and a guest appearance from bestselling author Ree Drummond

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1 Joan Frates, Penny McCaleb, Judy Love 2 Cindy Lang, Cathy Dillingham 3 Kay Musser, Barbara Lumpkin, Sandi Shaw 4 Rebecca Thompson, Jeary Seikel 5 Hilarie Blaney, Betty Huckabay, Betty Crow

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A VISION OF MORE ART

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Photos by Claude Long

2 For a society, there’s no such thing as too much creative expression. Members of the Oklahoma Arts Council and MidAmerica Arts Alliance plus other arts patrons gather to discuss their shared vision for a beautiful future

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1 Dick Sias, Doug Cummings 2 Norris Price, Kay Goebel, James Pickel 3 Valerie Naifeh, Joy Reed Belt 4 Clayton and Marnie Taylor 5 Shane Jewell, Mary Kennedy McCabe, Elizabeth Davis

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HUMANITIES AWARDS

Photos by Michael Miller

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2 Founded in 1971, the Oklahoma Humanities Council encourages exploration of history, literature, philosophy and art appreciation – much like the dedicated individuals and institutions honored at its annual gala

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1 Jay Hannah, Carla Walker 2 Shannon Hall, Cindy Hulsey, Laura and Clifton Raphael 3 Stacy O’Daniel, Brenda Grainger 4 Gene Rainbolt, Charlotte Lankard 5 Dr. Peter C. Rollins 6 Vincent Bamifay, Hayel Serradji, Fadoua McCray

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RED TIE NIGHT

Photos by Justin Avera

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2 Glamorous formalwear is de rigueur but it’s nonetheless a black tie optional gala as the Oklahoma AIDS Care Fund hosts a dazzling evening at the Cox Center, with proceeds benefiting over a dozen of the state’s care, treatment and education agencies fighting HIV and AIDS in Oklahoma

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SAINTS BABIES

Photos by Claude Long

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1 Maggie Clayton, Hattie Cook, Julie Buthion 2 Stephanie Singer, Malaak Compton-Rock, Lee Ann Nordin 3 Jackie and Jerry Bendorf 4 Jan Curtis, Dana Hirsch, Ingrid Riha

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5 Karie Apel, Susie Fuller, Margaret McLain 6 Myrla Pierson, Janet Jones, Celena McCord 7 Avis Scaramucci, Debbie Lucas, Lauren Humphrey

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SIT. STAY. ART!

Photos by Claude Long

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2 Animal and art lovers come together downtown for a fur-friendly fundraiser, art sale and adoption event, with proceeds benefiting the no-kill Pets and People Humane Society

3 1 Steve and Amy Bowman 2 Ted and Stacey Owen, Sydney Kelly, Brittany Kelly 3 Allen and Sharon Bumgarner 4 Michael and Priscilla Forehand 5 Tom and Valerie McAvoy with Apollo 6 Tim Wagner, Jody Harlan

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Bringing I Up Baby

By Lauren Hammack

nnovation, they say, always arrives too late. Nowhere is that adage truer than on the subject of great stuff for babies and kids. As my babies would bounce, sway or dangle from the doorframe in their Johnny Jump-Up, visiting guests used to look on with certain envy. “They never had anything great like that when our kids were little!” older parents would snivel.

Today, there’s so much more to snivel about if your kids have already outgrown their Johnny Jump-Ups. But if you’re a new parent or a parent-to-be, you’re in luck. Innovation has arrived in the form of some very cool gear for baby (and everyone in baby’s immediate vicinity). We’ve scouted it out for you so you can tend to more urgent matters – because am I the only one who can smell that?

DETAILS | Bringing Up Baby, page 25 Duck Duck Moose Apps for iPad and iPhone (prices vary, but usually range from $0.99 - $1.99), from www.duckduckmoosedesign.com; Beba Bean Pee Pee Teepee ($11.40) from www.bebabean.com; ($24.75) from Collected Thread in Oklahoma City, 557.1141, www.collectedthread.com; Bloom Fresco Loft High Chair ($500) from Uptown Kids in Oklahoma City, 418.8881, www.uptownkidsstyle. com; Nest “Elliott” Diaper Bag ($340) from BellaBlu Maternity and Baby in Edmond, 285.9003, www.bellablumaternity.com; Yookidoo Discovery Playhouse ($109) from The Learning Tree in Oklahoma City, 848.1415, www. learningtreeokc.com; Orbit Baby Stroller Travel System ($900) from Uptown Kids in Oklahoma City, 418.8881, www.uptownkidsstyle.com

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For veteran designer Jim Frazier, building a home with his wife Linda was a process of analysis and discovery.

The end result is an architectural treasure that embraces the light.

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SPACES | Properties of Light, page 66 Many of the plants and arrangements in the Frazier home are by New Leaf Florist in Oklahoma City, 842.2444, www.newleafflorist.net

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To honor the special women in our lives, we’ve put together a table that attempts to scratch the surface of our debt of gratitude to that special mom, grandmother, aunt or best friend. Life is beautiful, so celebrate beautifully!

SPACES | Setting the Table, page 74 Berry and Thread flatware by Juliska ($85 for a five piece place setting) from Tulips in Norman, 217.9322, tulipshome.com; Abigail’s water ($45) and wine ($72) glasses, Dransfield and Ross napkins ($45), Astir de Villatte tureen ($1,002), bread tray ($288), tea cups ($195), dinner ($84) and continued on page 146

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continued from page 145 SPACES | Setting the Table, page 74 salad ($75) plates, hobnail dessert plates ($57), footed centerpiece bowl ($402), compotes (extra large $315, large $226, medium $226, small $214) and fruit bowl ($324), and all flower arrangements (price upon request) from Dulaney’s Urban•Flower•Home in Oklahoma City, 607.8880

Designers’ Notebook | Passion for Fashion

Great Expectations

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f there’s anything better than expecting a baby, it’s looking great while you’re expecting. Maternity wear – once the mainstay of the Butterick pattern – has evolved more than any other area of women’s fashion in the past decade.

The covetable pieces we collected this month are essentials for mothers-to-be... and are the real secret for projecting a maternal glow.

By Lauren Hammack Photos by Erick Gfeller

Red-trimmed nautical top by Maternal America, dark indigo skinny jean by Maternal America; both from BellaBlu Maternity & Baby | Gray and pink paisley nursing top by Lilac, white denim cigarette pant by Maternal America, pink three-strand necklace and pink earrings; all from Pickles and Ice Cream Maternity Apparel | Next page: Gray cotton wrap nursing top by Lilac, black Bermuda shorts by Olian, turquoise floral bib necklace and silver with turquoise drop earrings; all from Pickles and Ice Cream Maternity Apparel

DESIGNERS’ NOTEBOOK Great Expectations, page 128 Special thanks to Jimmy Shumsky for hairstyle and L.J. Hill for makeup.

For over 21 years, Second Chance Animal Sanctuary, a non-profit organization operating solely on donations from kind and loving people, has been working to help homeless dogs and cats find their way to a safe, permanent and loving home. We are a no-kill facility, so each pet we bring to our sanctuary will remain here until they are either adopted, or fostered by one of our many foster families.

Please keep us in mind when you are in search of a new pet!

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Red-trimmed nautical top by Maternal America ($59.95) and dark indigo skinny jean by Maternal America ($79.95) from BellaBlu Maternity & Baby in Edmond, 285.9003, www.bellablumaternity.com; Gray and pink paisley nursing top by Lilac ($69), white denim cigarette pant by Maternal America ($79), pink three-strand necklace ($19) and earrings ($6) from Pickles and Ice Cream Maternity Apparel in Edmond, 348.5800, www.picklesandicecream.com; Gray cotton wrap nursing top by Lilac ($79), black Bermuda shorts by Olian ($89), turquoise floral bib necklace ($29) and silver and turquoise drop earrings ($6) from Pickles and Ice Cream Maternity Apparel in Edmond, 348.5800, www. picklesandicecream.com; “Tropical Dreams” dress by Jules & Jim, ($99.95) from BellaBlu Maternity & Baby in Edmond, 285.9003, www. bellablumaternity.com; Sleeveless empire waist maxi dress in blue ikat print ($149) from A Pea in the Pod, Oklahoma City, 840.2256, www. apeainthepod.com; Jules & Jim cobalt blue dress with tie, ($119), pearl and chain necklace ($29) and pearl drop earrings ($6) from Pickles and Ice Cream Maternity Apparel in Edmond, 348.5800, www.picklesandicecream.com; Embellished tank in black silk by A Pea in the Pod private label ($69) and Mavi Secret Fit Belly™ Cargo Pockets shorts by A Pea in the Pod private label ($79) from A Pea in the Pod, Oklahoma City, 840.2256, www.apeainthepod.com

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Last Laugh | Minor Injuries

A STABBING PAIN IN THE EAR

By Lauren Hammack Want to comment on Lauren’s tales or share some of your own?

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can’t say I didn’t see it coming; my son had sent up all the warning flares in recent months, asking, “Does it hurt to pierce your ears?” “What time does Claire’s close on Sundays?” “How much does a pair of diamond studs cost?”

So, he’s done it.

Having a teenage son with pierced ears doesn’t bother me a bit. My husband, the manly man, is horrified. He’s never had pierced ears, so he’s left to behold our diamond-studded club as an outsider, contemplating how fabulous it must be.

It’s not my son’s newly spangled lobes that trouble me.

It’s that, despite the aforementioned warning flares about getting his ears pierced, he unceremoniously opted to do it himself, jabbing his own earlobes in a moment of impulse.

Adding insult to self-injury, they’re a smidge uneven.

What’s wrong, I ask, with that time-honored institution: the mother/daughter, or in our case, the mother/son excursion to that Mecca of ear piercing, Claire’s Boutique at the mall? Claire’s is the home of the pneumatically powered, super-high velocity, one-squeeze-and-it’s-done hole puncher. Five minutes is all it takes to sign a quick “hold harmless” disclaimer, do the deed and scurry over to the Orange Julius line.

This propensity for pain may, in fact, be genetic. Like my son’s recent experience, my maiden piercing was self-inflicted.

At the age of social awakening (10), I demanded two personal freedoms that required maternal approval: shaving my legs and piercing my ears. My mom wouldn’t allow me to do either, so I devoted every waking hour to pestering her. As the most mammalian of the family, I wore her down quickly about the shaving. Let’s just say, I didn’t need leg warmers. I won the pity vote.

Ear piercing was a totally different folly. My mom, a clip-on gal from way back, often warned me, “Once they’re pierced, they’re pierced!” – as if that weren’t precisely the goal. More importantly, Claire’s probably charged $10 or $15 to do the honors and paying someone to maim me wasn’t something my mom was willing to do – at least, not until I turned 12.

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offered a fashionable look while they pierced your ears… over a 10-day period. And only $2!!

It may have been a Chinese water torture method of getting my way, but I was a 10-year-old with $2 on a madcap fashion mission.

My anarchy arrived in the mail with a poorly worded set of instructions that read like someone’s conjecture on how one might go about piercing his or her own ears if, say, s/he had lost a bet of some kind or were too irretrievably drunk to be counseled against self-impalement.

Fortunately, or unfortunately, the self-piercers were selfexplanatory – small hoops with a needle-sharp point at one end. With the barbs properly positioned on each lobe, all I had to do was to give the hoops a little squeeze every day, stabbing my earlobes further. Scream. Cry. Repeat… for 10 days.

The inevitable, non-stop throbbing was rivaled by the unsettling sound of the process. For the foolish masochist who could last through day 10 (as I did), the self-piercers announced their gouging triumph with an audible, celebratory “POP!” as they poked through the backside of my lobes.

As instructed, I continued wearing the hoops for a couple more weeks until the holes in my lobes were “set.” From there, I rushed headlong into the retail world of pierced earrings. I was particularly drawn to sparkly economy sets of 10 pairs for a dollar, which I could swap out several times a day, should the mood strike. And it usually did.

I don’t know what most 10-year-olds know about metallurgy, but I became a quick study on the irritating effects of cheap metal earrings on otherwise healthy earlobes. Within a week, my reddened earlobes ballooned until my prized $1.99 Libra scale earrings became entrenched deep in the fevered folds of my swollen flesh. Not even Grasshopper could have withstood the pain.

Denying my unsightly condition only prolonged my fate – the inevitable walk of shame into the doctor’s office with my mom (as irritated as my earlobes) – by my side, reminding me that, had I only waited until I was 12 to have my ears pierced by a trained professional at Claire’s, I wouldn’t be having double earlobe surgery. Instead, we’d probably be having an Orange Julius.

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Last Look | JoDee Molina

Just a Matter of Time

Her sister Mindy was seven months pregnant when JoDee Molina of Oklahoma City captured this image at sunrise last summer. “I love the parallel between the new day and the new life,” she said. That new life – a healthy girl – happily entered the world in early August.

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