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tooth loss causes bone loss When a tooth is lost, the jawbone beneath it shrinks from lack of stimulation. Not only does losing teeth affect your smile, it also changes the shape of your face causing you to look prematurely aged.

Q What will happen without treatment?

A Your jawbone begins to shrink from lack of stimulation. Losing your teeth will affect your smile and change the shape of your face, causing you to look prematurely aged.

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A Dental implants can be placed in most adults. Adolescents may be eligible once their face structure has matured. Please ask your dental implant specialist to explain the benefits and risks to see if dental implants are right for you.

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contents February 2014 On the Cover:

Color in Design........................................................................8 Valentine’s Day Gift Guide................................................ 22 Mardi Gras on the Northshore ....................................... 25

18 Photo by Steve Randon

LEGAL ENTERPRISING WOMAN

The Value of Savings Bonds............................................ 10

Mental Health Advocate Answers the Call to Public Service— Leanne McBurney Truehart ........................................... 18

MONEY Stop Teaching Your Kid About Money!....................... 11 Fundamentals of Investing ............................................. 12

COMMUNITY

Treating the Symptoms and Source of Back Pain: Northlake Neurological Institute .................................. 15

Behind the Scenes ...............................................................4 Save the Date ..........................................................................4

And the Beat Goes On… ................................................. 16

Associate Publisher’s Note .................................................5

Chest Pain: When is it an Emergency? ....................... 21

Preparing Your Home to Sell .............................................7

Just a Little Bit ‘Bad’ ........................................................... 23

Mardi Gras Calendar .......................................................... 25

BEAUTY AND LIFESTYLE

Mardi Gras Tips ................................................................... 26

Color in Design.......................................................................8

February Events .................................................................. 30

Recipe: Stuffed Piquillo Peppers ................................... 20

Around Town........................................................................ 31

Life Etiquette for Success ................................................ 21

Live. Work. Explore. ............................................................ 32

Valentine’s Day Gift Guide............................................... 22

Public Works and Mardi Gras Update ......................... 32

Insomnia ................................................................................ 27

More Than Parades in Covington This Mardi Gras ... 34

Gardening: A Time to Groom ......................................... 28

Chamber Referrals Help to Grow Your Business ..... 34

Shopping Scene ................................................................. 29

February Fun Fever ............................................................ 34

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Join us as we salute our Enterprising Women and Man of 2013 and name the Enterprising Woman of the Year.

Our Annual Hats Off Luncheon is Coming Up! Friday, April 11, 2014

Proceeds from the luncheon and silent auction benefit STARC, a program dedicated to providing a lifetime of services, training, advocacy, resources and community connections for individuals with disabilities.

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Thank you to the Paris Parker Salon and Spa team, including Erica Lee, Tiffany Delaune and Sunni Sigrist who help us each month to get our cover girls camera-ready for their photo shoots.

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With a background in print design, she holds a Bachelor of Arts from SLU, is a mother to a young daughter and enjoys scuba diving.

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WHEN YOU CALL BEFORE 2/28/14 Sophisticated Woman | February 2014

I ALWAYS LOOK FORWARD to a fun-filled February. Along with it being my birthday month, February also brings Valentine’s Day and here in Louisiana, Mardi Gras.

I am blessed with a husband who is always thinking of unique ways to celebrate special occasions like Valentine’s Day. We have been married for 16 years, have moved both ways across the Atlantic, lived in six homes, owned two dogs, four cats, two hamsters, two sheep, five turtles, too many fish to count, and one seaside restaurant. We’ve visited 16 countries together but our greatest achievement is our son, the love of our lives.

We are so proud of him, and as a teenager I know he would be so embarrassed to read this.

On our new website, one of our own, Anna Grundmann has a great blog following her engagement and wedding planning. It is not too late to vote for our Enterprising Woman of the Year and we have until February 16 to vote for the Northshore’s Best, which are both also available on our website sophisticatedwoman.com.

Sophisticated Woman Magazine is the only monthly publication that shares the stories of the people who live and work on the Northshore. Please support our local businesses. They are what make living on the Northshore so special.

In this issue we meet our Enterprising Woman Leanne Truehart, have great tips for using color in your home along with a complete calendar of parades on the Northshore.

Enjoy the issue,

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REAL ESTATE

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Preparing Your Home to Sell WHEN YOU ARE preparing to sell your home—appearances are everything.

Prepping, cleaning and de-cluttering your home for showings as well as for listing photography is essential to show your property at its best. Here are some tips to help get your house in “Model Home” condition: Exterior: Buyers may decide whether or not they like your property in the first minute

they see it. That means the condition of the exterior and entranceway are crucial.

• Make sure all landscaping is neatly trimmed, grass is cut and sidewalks and driveways are clear and clean.

• Patios, decks and porches should be clear of all toys and obstructions.

• If your landscaping leaves much to be desired, plant some seasonal flowers to add visual appeal.

• Place a seasonal wreath on the window and a new welcome mat outside the door.

• Open patio umbrellas and set out clean patio furniture.

Interior: The interior should be clean, fresh, de-cluttered and depersonalized. People want to see a home that they can see themselves living in. The goal is to create a feeling of openness and to highlight the best features of each room.

• De-cluttering is key. At least half of all photos, books, toys, awards, posters, artwork etc. should be removed.

• Thoroughly deep clean everything from the windows to the floors- even the dust on those ceiling fans.

• Odor control is necessary— especially if there is a pet or smoker present. Carpet cleaning, candles and potpourri can help.

• Empty closets as much as possible.

Remove off-season clothes, which allows the closet to seem larger and more spacious.

• Consider a new shower curtain or set of decorative towels to freshen up an older bathroom.

• Upgrade the little things. Things like cabinet knobs, door knockers and house numbers should be polished or replaced and all walls should be freshly painted.

• Set the dining room table with china or a beautiful centerpiece.

• Clear kitchen and bathroom counter tops leaving only one item such as an appliance or houseplant.

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Primarily neutral and monochromatic rooms are in style this year, which made us think about how you can incorporate that little pop of color into your home décor.

Color is a great way to bring spring into your home and to bid the dreary days of winter good-bye. The meanings and associations of color are subjective, but there are many theories as to how colors can affect how we interact with a space.

We’ve compiled a few examples of colorful accents from local boutiques that you can bring into your home this season.

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which differ greatly depending on the shade and hue. Blue can suggest calm, peace, energy, friendliness, strength and reliability. The bright blues of these glass vases can bring an element of playfulness and fun to a bookshelf, while this peacock colored lamp can make a statement on your bedside stand or in your sitting room. Glass vases available at Motif in Covington, 985.809.8887. Lamp available at Hazelnut in Mandeville, 985.626.8900.

Artwork is by far the best way to introduce color into your space. A neutral room serves as the perfect backdrop to a piece of vibrant artwork, just as a piece of artwork can perfectly complement the colors of your space. Greens display characteristics of renewal, nature, abundance and both the calming qualities of blue and the energizing effects of yellow.

This stunning piece by Scott Ewen can announce beautiful shades of green to your space.

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Yellow is sometimes considered the happiest of the warm colors and brings thoughts of sunshine and sunflowers to mind. The mustard color of these French confit jars would add a touch of warmth and cheerfulness to your living or dining room. Confit jars available at St. Romain Interiors in Madisonville, 985.845.7411.

Extraordinary Team Extraordinary Results Blue-green shades of turquoise and mint are exquisite cool colors that have regained a vast amount of popularity in the past year. These tertiary colors can range between their parent colors of blue and green and when used in a light pastel like this garden stool, gives off a relaxed, natural and calming ambiance. Stool available at the French Mix in Covington, 985.809.3152.

Warm colors, like the red and pink tones seen in this chair and cushion, can bring both energy and passion into your design. While colors like coral can bring vibrancy to a room, red in its purest form is a polarizing color associated with both love and war, and should be limited to accent décor. Pillow available at BMac Interiors in Covington, 985.635.4540. Chair available at American Factory Direct in Mandeville, 985.871.0300.

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SAVINGS BONDS

The Value of Savings Bonds

WRITTEN BY RONDA M. GABB

MANY OF US saw our parents collect Savings Bonds growing up. If we followed in their footsteps and bought some Bonds along the way (particularly EE Bonds from the late 80s or early 90s), you may be surprised by what they are earning, considering the low interest rates being paid on conservative investments these days.

Do you know what interest rate your Savings Bonds are paying? More importantly, do you know if your Bonds are still paying interest? As a general rule, all A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, and K Bonds, and all Savings Notes, are no longer paying interest.

There is a fast and very simple way to find out. Check out the Savings Bond Calculator on the Treasury Direct website at treasurydirect.gov/BC/SBCPrice. Here you can enter the type of Bond (the Series), the denomination, serial number, and issue date, and the value is automatically calculated. You can even save the inventory you enter for future reference through the “Savings Bond Wizard”— an easy way to keep an eye on your investment.

If your Savings Bonds are no longer paying interest then cash them in. All interest is subject to federal income tax, but not state or local tax. However, according to the “Education Savings Bond Program,” some qualified taxpayers may exclude from their gross income all or a portion of the interest earned on the redemption of eligible Series EE and Series I Bonds (issued after 1989) when the money will be used for college tuition and other educational expenses of yourself or a dependent.

Of course, it is common to handle finances online.

If you don’t want to keep track of your paper Savings Bonds, you can convert them to electronic form on the Treasury Direct website.

Now that you have a current inventory of your Savings Bonds, include it with your other financial records, and keep them in a common place—like “The Binder” you may recall from last month’s article.

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SURE, IT’S GREAT to teach your child how to, say, use a budget. But, if he or she doesn’t possess critical basic life skills—creativity, self-motivation and resiliency—that lesson is going to fly in one ear…and go nowhere.

That’s because successful money management requires more than calculators and spreadsheets. It requires foresight, flexibility and the ability to commit to a goal. As parents, it’s critical to impart these skills.

But how can we do so in a way that’s educational, engaging and easy?

1. Start at the beginning. Ask your child, “Where does our money come from?” (No, the ATM fairy didn’t put it there.) “I [or your partner] earned it!” Then, share the details of one project/task: its goal, responsibilities and timeline.

2. Let your kid try it. Turn your child into a Toy Designer: find a toy or game with a missing piece. Task him or her with creating a new one with whatever you’ve got in the house. Then pay him $1 for completing the job.

3. Give your child space. You’re not looking for perfection. You’re looking for best efforts and focused thinking. These skills are not innate, and the more kids practice them, the better.

We all want to prepare our kids for the future—to nurture their roles as financially literate, socially responsible, community and global citizens. Now is the time to take the focus off the money-part. You may be surprised at how easily—and well—it works.

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FINANCE

Fundamentals of Investing: WRITTEN BY RUFUS P. CRESSEND CRPC, PRIVATE WEALTH ADVISOR

MY OVERALL PHILOSOPHY to investing is grounded in long-term fundamentals with adjustments for today’s markets. Creating an investment strategy positioned for potential growth at the appropriate level of risk you’re comfortable taking is not something that 1/3InSquare has to be complicated. most cases, to have 5.05”you x 4.35” success as an investor should consider following these three basic fundamentals of investing: 1. Buy low and sell high- Seems obvious and simple enough. When it comes to investing, this is the fundamental that is most frequently ignored. It is often heard, “I think I’m going to buy back into the markets when things get better.” You might as well be saying, “I’m going to wait for the price to go higher before I buy it.”

2. Diversify your portfolio- I recommend a risk-managed and balanced mix of investments to create the appropriate level of risk for the scope of time you plan to be invested.

Two completely different investments that have opposite or negative correlation held alone may be considered aggressive or risky; however, these two held in various combinations together may create a moderate or even a conservative strategy. The allocation or percentage in which you own various asset classes will determine your overall risk and your potential return. Five of the same exact asset classes held in different allocations can produce risk levels ranging between conservative aggressive.

1/3and Square 3. Remain disciplinedStay the course 5.05” x 4.35” and do not make emotion based decisions.

This can be one of the hardest fundamentals of being an investor... especially in today’s environment of unlimited information and technology. Staying the course means not making long term investment strategies decisions based on current events or as I like to say, “market noise.” When that “breaking” news comes out, you need to determine if your goals have changed... if not, then doing nothing is often the right thing to do.

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Treating the Symptoms and Source of Back Pain Northlake Neurological Institute WRITTEN BY JILL WILLIE

WE CAN ALL RELATE to the frustration that comes from an occasional headache or back strain. While pain may range from a nagging sense of discomfort or the need to take a sick day, most of us are assured the inconvenience will be relatively short lived. For those with chronic pain, however, it may seem like there is no end in sight.

The neurologists at the Northlake Neurological Institute (NNI) work with chronic pain sufferers to guide them down the road to recovery.

“All pain has a neurological cause,” explained Dr. Rex Houser. “At NNI we have the qualifications, experience and technology to determine the source of the pain and recommend treatment options.”

Staffed completely by neurologists, NNI can perform all testing on-site. From simple blood work to EMG (Electromyogram) Nerve Conduction Testing and MRIs, patients can undergo testing quickly and easily, often on the same day as their initial appointment.

“Many times patients come to us as a last resort,” says Dr. Michael Happel. “They’ve already invested so much extra time searching for an accurate diagnosis. They are often tired and frustrated, so we try to make everything as convenient as possible.”

Patients may avoid wasted time by seeing a neurologist at the onset of pain; they may also circumvent ineffective therapies or unnecessary surgeries. “People may not know where to start. Or worse, they go from doctor to doctor to address their symptoms,” explained Dr. Michael Becker. “But without an accurate diagnosis of the underlying problem, there is no guarantee that their pain will be alleviated for good. In general terms, outcomes are better when patients have all treatment options available to them.” By the time a patient visits multiple doctors, they may have missed the opportunity for the most effective treatment.

When it comes to pain, neurologists diagnose and recommend treatment. Because they do not focus on one type of treatment, the neurologists at NNI bring an objective view to their recommendations. Moreover, their extensive experience with area neurosurgeons, occupational therapists and other health care providers enables

TOP: Dr. Patrick Glynn reviews an MRI and explains findings to a patient.

BOTTOM: The Northlake Neurological Institute’s MRI is one of the machines that allows NNI to perform all testing on-site. them to provide the most appropriate treatment plan for each patient.

“Patients often ask what we would do if we were in their positions…which treatment option we would pursue. With 30 years experience here on the Northshore, we are able to provide insightful, unbiased answers. If the need arises, we know the best physician to address each patient’s specific condition and needs,” Dr. Houser said.

In addition to addressing pain issues, the office also handles the spectrum of neurologic diseases and conditions like Alzheimer’s Disease, Parkinson’s, epilepsy and strokes. NNI physicians continually review clinical trials and new therapies to ensure that their patients receive the best possible care.

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Mental Health Advocate Answers the Call to Public Service— Leanne McBurney Truehart WRITTEN BY JILL WILLIE

DR. LEANNE McBURNEY TRUEHART has built her career on caring for the mentally ill in the community. In addition to the over 20 years as a practicing psychiatrist and serving on mental health boards and organizations, Dr. Truehart also serves as deputy coroner, handling over 2,600 psychiatric commitments in St. Tammany Parish over the last two years.

The increasing numbers of homicides, suicides and fatal accidents has raised awareness of the role that coroners play in death investigations and autopsies.

However, in the state of Louisiana, involuntary psychiatric commitments are a huge part of coroners’ responsibilities. In fact, commitments in St. Tammany occur at a proportionally higher rate than death investigations.

Access to adequate treatment and service has always been a concern. Yet, the problem has been exacerbated in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. It has become extremely difficult for people to get the mental health services they need quickly and appropriately—regardless of insurance coverage or ability to pay.

As Mental Health Director at the St. Tammany Coroner’s Office, Dr. Truehart has gone beyond the act of psychiatric commitments. She has worked to address the issues and challenges the mentally ill face on a daily basis. In fact, providing access to quality mental heath care is one of her greatest passions.

“One of the first things we need to do, is to remove the stigma surrounding mental illness,” she said. “Most everyone in the community knows someone, or has been impacted by someone with a mental illness. We need to look for opportunities to treat not just the patients, but to provide help for families and loved ones as well.”

According to Dr. Truehart, when mental illness is left undiagnosed or untreated, the consequences can be far reaching. Impacts range from drug and alcohol abuse, family dysfunction, unemployment, violence and suicide.

“For me, performing involuntary psychiatric commitments is more than a job requirement, it is part of a much larger societal issue. It is only one step in a very long, arduous process of recovery,” she said.

“When we work in partnership with health professionals in our community, we can improve the chances for recovery tremendously.”

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Dr. Truehart is involved with the Behavioral Task Force set up by Parish President Pat Brister to address mental health issues in St. Tammany and the Northshore. The group consists of representatives from the Coroner’s Office, 22nd Judicial District Court, Florida Parishes Human Services Authority, and other notable agencies and organizations that have a vested interest in improving access to quality mental health care in St.Tammany. Together with important work she does for non-profit groups such as NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) and STOPS (St. Tammany Outreach for the Prevention of Suicide (STOPS), Dr. Truehart welcomes the busy schedule because she knows that real lives are being helped. “I am fortunate to work with extremely dedicated agencies and colleagues. Together we have reached a pivotal point where we are raising awareness about mental

“I want people to know not just about my qualifications, but about who I am as a person—a person of integrity and honesty, a good mother, wife and friend.”

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ABOVE: The Truehart family: Matthew, Leanne, Dave, Dominic and their dog Maggie.

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illness and suicide prevention, especially among the young people in our community,” she said.

Dr. Truehart will be the first to tell you that the position as Mental Health Director is a dream job for her. It encompasses her professional goals, her leadership skills and her passion for bringing mental health resources to the community. So why is this wife and mother walking away from her dream job to run for the position of St. Tammany Coroner?

“I never thought I would be running for office,” she said. “But there was no one I knew or trusted to step up to the plate. Being in the Coroner’s Office, and being a concerned citizen, I know what is at stake. I am in a position to restore public trust—to bring professionalism, quality and transparency to the position.”

Noting that death investigations are also an important part of the Coroner’s Office, Dr. Truehart said she is committed to utilizing the best investigative practices to assist the law enforcement professionals in St. Tammany. To that end, in addition, communications and cooperation with the Sheriff’s Office are also a priority.

“My dad, who is one of the smartest people I know, is convinced that the vast majority of the world’s problems are from miscommunication,” she said. “I understand how vital it is that there is a clear and open line of communication and can use my leadership skills and psychiatric training to help make that happen.”

Because of her work in the judicial system and with law enforcement, Dr. Truehart said she has a unique perspective on the collaborative roles the offices play. “Just as we work together with regard to mental health issues, we need to work together with death investigations.”

While her experience, training and unique perspective are a perfect fit for the Coroner’s Office, Dr. Truehart admits the decision to run was not an easy one. She and her husband, David, an international airline pilot, made the decision together after “long conversations and prayerful consideration.” Because of his flight schedule, the couple wanted to maintain a sense of normalcy for their eight-year-old son Matthew.

“My mom (well-known Slidell dermatologist Dr. Elizabeth McBurney), was a great role model. Not only did she teach me to be a kind and compassionate physician, she showed me how to successfully manage career and family. Every decision I make is in the best interest of my family,” she said.

“I want people to know not just about my qualifications, but about who I am as a person—a person of integrity and honesty, a good mother, wife and friend.”

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PIQUILLO PEPPERS are a sweet and smoky pepper from the south region of Spain and provide the perfect shell for tangy cream and goat cheeses. The shrimp and lobster filling in this appetizer is just an added bonus that gives texture and elevates the dish further.

Piquillos can be purchased in any specialty food store and come in a jar or can already roasted and peeled, making this sophisticated dish easy for you to prepare at home and impress your guests.

Piquillo Peppers (serves 8): Ingredients: 1/2 pound cream cheese 1 ounce goat cheese 3 ounces diced shrimp 3 ounces diced lobster meat 1/4 cup Panko breadcrumbs

1 tablespoon lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon Dale’s liquid seasoning 1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire 1 ounce chives Directions: In a mixer, whip the cream and goat cheeses together. Cut the lobster meat and shrimp into small pieces. Cook the lobster and shrimp then fold into cheese with the chives, Dale’s seasoning and Worchestershire sauce. Season with salt, pepper and lemon juice. Add panko to bind. After creating stuffing, spoon or pipe into pepper. Serve and enjoy.

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THERE ARE MULTIPLE CAUSES of chest pain, ranging from benign musculoskeletal etiologies to life-threatening cardiac disease. It is important to be aware of these causes and able to sort out which one is causing your chest pain and whether to seek immediate help before it is too late. Before the advancements of all these technologies assisting doctors in finding causes for chest pain such as imaging studies and angiogram, the best clues usually could be obtained from clinical history pertaining to high-risk conditions for underlying life-threatening illnesses.

The life-threatening causes for chest pain include: -Acute coronary syndrome- leads to a heart attack. Risk factors include hypertension, diabetes and age over 55 for men and 65 for women.

-Aortic dissection- rupture of Aorta causing massive bleed in chest. Risk factors include hypertension, smoking and atherosclerosis.

-Rupture of esophagus or perforating peptic ulcer causing gastric contents entering chest cavity and causing chest pain.

-Pulmonary embolism- due to clot coming from other places such as lower extremities.

Risk factors include being sedentary after a surgical procedure, smoking and birth control pills.

-Tension pneumothorax- risk factors are spontaneous or trauma to chest.

Benign causes of chest pain include heartburn, chest wall irritation or referred pain from thoracic spine and psychogenic such as panic disorder.

All of the above-mentioned diseases can cause chest pain and it is important to decipher how urgent the condition is to seek immediate help. Please contact your doctor if you have chest pain and are in a high-risk category.

A LIFE ETIQUETTE CLASS is designed for those who are looking for professional skills to help them stand out amongst their competition in the real world. This class teaches teens to adults of all ages how to conduct themselves for job interviews, college and career placement, and boardroom presentations as well as dining etiquette and conversation skills.

Many people do not recognize that simple things like how to dress, the initial handshake, correct body language, speech tone and rhythm can actually set the tone for an entire meeting.

Meanwhile an incorrect handshake can give off a negative impression without the person even realizing it. The same goes for incorrect stance, hand and leg placement, attire and walk. Speech is another dead giveaway on whether or not a person is confident. Slow and controlled speech is key—many people tend to speak loudly and quickly which will lead the interviewer to question whether you are capable of handling the job.

Another favorite aspect of the class is dining. Teens always enjoy learning the correct way to carry themselves throughout a dining experience, but the adults’ reactions when they realize they have been doing certain things incorrectly for years is the best!

Something else many of us struggle with is making and continuing conversation with people we don’t feel that we have anything in common with. Actually, you can converse with anyone! Using simple tips and tricks plus practicing will have you conversing with anyone in no time!

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Just a Little Bit ‘Bad’ LAST MONTH, while most of the country was watching holiday decadence from the rear view mirrors of their mind’s eyes, we here in Louisiana found ourselves sandwiched in between seasons of indulgence.

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Now Mardi Gras is upon us, and maybe you’re experiencing the category five destruction of too many daiquiris, king cakes and deep fried anything. The good news is that it’s not too late to recover and you don’t have to sacrifice festivity participation to do it. The trick is to think small.

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Scheduling conflicts making gym time difficult? Practice “random acts of fitness” throughout the day. Power walk on your business call, choose the farthest parking spot and sneak in a few sets of lunges while you take the dog for a quick stroll.

Confronted by food temptation around every corner? Never fear. You can still be healthy without the experience of deprivation. Go ahead and have a few bites or sips; just stop before you’ve induced sickness (emotional or otherwise). Allow yourself to be just a little bit ‘bad’ while you stay committed to your greater good. In other words, do what you can, wherever you can. And at the end of it all, make carnival season your excuse to renew your resolutions.

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Mardi Gras Calendar 2014 February 28 Krewe of Selene parade. 6:30 p.m., Slidell.

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Mystic Krewe of Mardi Paws pet parade. 2 p.m., Mandeville Lakefront. **Schedule subject to change**

Krewe of Eve parade. 7 p.m., Mandeville.

February 22 Krewe de Paws parade. 10 a.m., Slidell.

February 22 Krewe of Push Mow parade. 11 a.m., Abita Springs.

February 22 Krewe of Olympia parade. 6 p.m., Covington.

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MARDI GRAS TIPS: • Before you leave home, check the weather. Find out if you will need outerwear, rain gear, etcetera—before you leave the house.

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• Bring totes for all the throws you catch.

• Find the nearest restroom as soon as you arrive at the parade.

• Consider giving your tween or teen a cell phone if they plan to walk around before the parade begins with friends.

• Designate a meeting place in case your group gets separated.

• Locate police in the crowd and instruct young children to turn to police for help if they get lost.

• Hand sanitizer is nice to have when little ones plan to eat hand-held snacks.

• Bring spending money if your personal krewe usually talks you into that noisemaker or hat the street vendor is selling.

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FALLING ASLEEP, staying asleep and waking up when you want to elude many.

Going to sleep is one of the first self-soothing tasks we learn. Children and adults alike may be troubled in three ways: first, cannot fall asleep; second, wake in the middle of sleep for minutes or hours then return to sleep; or third, awaken and for the rest of the night cannot return to sleep.

The first area, trouble falling asleep because of emotional or physical pain can be the most difficult sleep pattern to address.

Yet, sleep can be mastered. In the night, helpful distractions are to concentrate on a body part. For example, think about your toes and the work they do in balancing your body and how excellent it is that your toes fit perfectly into whatever footwear you decide to use. Fully give your attention to appreciating the work of your toes then move on to your ankles. Avoid berating yourself because you are not asleep.

The second area, awakening at an unwelcome hour, may be a good time to count blessings and give your heart to full gratitude and reflection for each one that comes to mind.

To address the third area, before you go to sleep, inform yourself that if you awaken in the night, you will get up and wash and wax the floor (have the bucket ready). For most people, knowing that an unpleasant task lies ahead is enough to have them sleep soundly.

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IT SEEMS LIKE we just switched the Christmas decorations for the Mardi Gras ones and before we know it will be Easter.

The garden is also in a state of change daily.

I know it is not an easy task to gaze upon the February garden, but in order for a beautiful spring yard to appear we must be busy now.

Anything that doesn’t bloom first thing in the spring should be pruned now. All the frozen vegetation should be removed to let that plant have some new growth.

Ginger plants, ferns, walking lilies and lots of others took a real beating with the low temperatures this year. Don’t dismay! They may look awful right now, but will come back when the warm temperatures set in again.

Prune roses, hollies and all woody shrubs now. Remember, you have a great opportunity to shape the bones of the yard.

If something was too tall, trim it back. Too bushy? Trim it back. This is not a month for yard beauty. It is a time to groom.

Leaves may be left in beds as mulch or pine straw gathered and placed around still tender vegetation. There are still more cold

days ahead. Be patient on the big cleanup. It is important, however, to keep the lawn free of leaves and twigs so the grass below can get the rain and nutrients needed to send sprouts in the spring.

Winter wildlife is plentiful here in Louisiana as we are a stop off spot for many making trips north and south. Be sure to clean the birdbaths frequently and fill with fresh water. This is the most important time of the year to provide a suet feeder for the feathered visitors. The finches and smaller birds will enjoy a thistle feeder.

Hummingbirds have been seen as well, so don’t forget to freshen the sugar water.

When flowers are scarce, the hummers really enjoy some delicious simple syrup: 1 part sugar to 4 parts water.

One last thing to do—find your sweetie and give them a big hug for their help and also for just being there! This advice is good for the garden too. Everything you do now in the garden tells the plants you love them.

Happy Valentine’s Day and happy Mardi Gras season. Now throw me a twig, Mister!

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Weekly Square Dance with the Ozone Squares Square Dance Club. 8–10 P.M., Bogue Falaya Hall, 317 Jefferson Ave., Covington, 985-626-5407, ozonesquares.com.

Boléro performed by the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra. 7:30 P.M., First Baptist Church Covington, 16333 Hwy. 1085, Covington, 504-523-6530, lpomusic.com.

Every 2nd & 4th Monday

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Hands That Touch Hearts Gala benefiting the Children of St. Tammany through Early Learning Classes, the Summer Experience for Girls and CEEP. 7–10 P.M., Christ Episcopal School, 80 Christwood Blvd., Covington, biddingforgood.com/cccovington.

St. Tammany Outreach for the Prevention of Suicide SOS Survivors of Suicide Support Group meetings. 2nd Thurs: 6:30–8 P.M., First Baptist Church, 1895 Hwy. 190, Mandeville, 985-237-5506, stops.org.

Ponchatoula Chamber of Commerce’s February Fun Fever. 5:30–9 P.M., Chesterton Square, 143 N.W. Railroad Ave., Ponchatoula, 985-386-2536, ponchatoulachamber.com.

February 16 Kickin’ It For Kids Spirit Championships Charity Cheer and Dance Competition. 9 A.M., Southeastern Louisiana University Center, Hammond, 985-345-4383, spiritprofessionals.com.

Every Wednesday

February 7–9 & 14–16

Covington Farmers Market. 10 A.M.–2 P.M., Covington Trailhead, 419 N. New Hampshire St., covingtonfarmersmarket.org.

Cat on a Hot Tin Roof directed by Michael Martin.

Fri–Sat: 8 P.M., Sun: 2 P.M., Fuhrmann Performing Arts Auditorium, 317 N. Jefferson St., Covington, 985-276-0465, fpa-theater.com.

Koresh Dance. 7:30 P.M., Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts, 220 E. Thomas St., Hammond, 985-543-4366, columbiatheatre.org.

Every Saturday

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February 22

Covington Farmers Market. 10 A.M.–2 P.M., 609 N. Columbia St. or side lawn of the Covington Police Dept. covingtonfarmersmarket.org.

Slidell Art League’s Let’s Get Physical Art Show.

Opening reception: Feb. 7: 7–9 P.M., Cross Gates Family Fitness, 200 N. Military Rd., Slidell, 985-847-9458, slidellartleague.com.

SLU’s Rock N Roar Fest. 8 A.M.–1 P.M., Southeastern Louisiana University Student Union Park, Hammond, 985-549-2150, selu.edu/roarfest.

February 16

Hammond Farmers Market. 8 A.M.–12 P.M., corner of W. Thomas St. and S.W. Railroad Ave., downtown Hammond, 985-277-5680, dddhammond.com.

Camellia City Market. 8 A.M.–1 P.M., City parking lot at the corner of Robert and Front Streets in Olde Towne Slidell, camelliacitymarket.org.

Mandeville Trailhead Community Market.

9 A.M.–1 P.M., Mandeville Trailhead Cultural Interpretive Center, 985-624-3147, mandevillemarket@gmail.com.

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Madisonville Art Market. 10 A.M.–4 P.M., Water St., Madisonville, 985-643-5340, madisonvilleartmarket.com.

Camellia Garden Stroll. 1–4 P.M., LSU Ag Center Hammond Research Station, 21549 Old Covington Hwy., Hammond, 985-748-5462, lsuagcenter.com/tangipahoa.

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February 28

Keep Mandeville Beautiful’s art contest kickoff to spread anti-litter messages. Students of all ages encouraged to participate. All entries are due to KMB by February 28, 2014. Artwork may be dropped off or mailed to Keep Mandeville Beautiful, 1100 Mandeville High Blvd., Mandeville, LA 70471, kmb@cityofmandeville.com.

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Salad Days Exhibition at the Slidell Cultural Center at City Hall. Wed–Fri: 12–4 P.M., Sat: 9 A.M.–1 P.M., 2055 2nd St, Slidell, 985-646-4375, slidell.la.us.

Reimers Variety Music Show. 6:30–9 P.M., Reimers Auditorium, 305 E. Charles St., Hammond, 985-974-1100, freewebs.com/reimersmusicaltheater.

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Arsenic and Old Lace performed by the Slidell Little Theatre. Sat: 8 P.M., Sun: 2 P.M., 2024 Nellie Dr., Slidell, 985-641-0324, slidelllittletheatre.org.

February 1 & 7 Cabaret performed by Cutting Edge Theatre. 8 P.M., inside Attractions Salon, 747 Robert Blvd., Slidell, 985-649-3737, cuttingedgetheater.com.

LA Art Therapy Educators Exhibition at the St. Tammany Art Association. Tues–Fri: 10 A.M.–4 P.M., Sat: 11 A.M.–4 P.M., The Art House, 320 N. Columbia St., Covington, 985-892-8650, sttammanyartassociation.org.

February 9

Radium Girls performed by the Slidell Little Theatre. 8 P.M., 2024 Nellie Dr., Slidell, 985-641-0324, slidelllittletheatre.org.

February 28

Mandeville-Covington Christian Women’s Connection “Sweet Purse-suit” Networking Luncheon. 11 A.M.–1:30 P.M., Benedict’s Plantation, 1144 N. Causeway Blvd., Mandeville, 985-892-9383.

National Pancake Day at IHOP. Enjoy a fee short stack of buttermilk pancakes. In return, guests are asked to consider leaving a donation for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals© and other designated local charities. Covington, Hammond, Slidell locations, 7-10 A.M., ihoppancakeday.com.

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February 28–March 2

Cut•A•Thon to benefit the Mandeville High School Marching Band. 9 A.M.–3 P.M., Isis the Salon, 2255 11th St., Mandeville, 985-626-5255.

February 12

Play Bunco and Canasta at the Northlake Newcomers Game Day Luncheon. 10 A.M., Maison Lafitte, 402 Lafitte St., Mandeville, 985-792-4926, newcomersinfo211@gmail.com.

Ponchatoula Antique Trade Days & Arts & Craft Fair. 9 A.M.–5 P.M., historic downtown Ponchatoula.

985-386-0026, casluve@bellsouth.com.

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2| The St. Tammany Hospital Guild recently donated 177 pounds of food to the Covington Food Bank.

The Guild also raises funds through sales in the hospital gift shop to provide nursing and allied health scholarships.

3| Madisonville Elementary School students in Mrs. Mount’s class celebrated “Character Dress Up Day.” Each student brought the book in which their character costume came from.

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4| To help make the hospital stay less frightening for children, the Quilts for Kids organization recently delighted North Oaks Medical Center Pediatrics Unit patients and their parents with a donation of 20 handmade quilts.

5| The Krewe of Eve recently announced its Royal Court for its 28th Annual carnival parade. Selected as King Adam & Queen Eve are Mr. Richard F. Dupont and Mrs. Valerie A. Dupont. Grand Marshall is Sophisticated Woman Magazine’s own publisher, Joanne Gallinghouse.

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6| Students and teachers were “in that number” at Northshore High School as they celebrated Black and Gold Day. Everyone contributed $1 to support the Children’s Museum of St. Tammany.

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7| Sean Noel, a sixth grade student at Tchefuncte Middle School, was honored by the St. Tammany Parish Government for his creation of the St. Tammany Remembers organization and registry website. Local veterans and service members can visit StTammanyRemembers.com to be added to the database.

8| Third graders at Abita Springs Elementary studied plants from Louisiana wetlands. Colin Saragusa and Kylie Reinecke are dissecting wetlands plants to discover their unique adaptations.

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WRITTEN BY PAT BRISTER, ST. TAMMANY PARISH PRESIDENT

LIFE ULTIMATELY COMES down to choices and if you are a citizen of St. Tammany Parish, you already know that you have chosen an extraordinary place to call home. We wholly embrace life through our tightly woven communities, our esteem for our abiding traditions and our appreciation of the arts and one-of-akind culture. We work hard to maintain our way of life and we welcome those willing to work alongside us.

Our educational system is one of the best in the state and our children and their teachers work diligently to keep it that way. We love to unwind through our natural resources, accessible and plentiful throughout the entire Parish.

We have the best of all worlds here in St. Tammany.

We live in an area known for its resort-like atmosphere

on the shores of Lake Pontchartrain, as well as its earthy equestrian and agricultural abundance further north within the Parish. We are economically competitive with other parts of the country and in the coming months, we will see our economy enhanced with both the revitalization of the St. Tammany Parish Fairgrounds and with the building and expansion of new corporations and local companies. Our surroundings offer an escape through long winding wooded paths, calm blue ways ideal for a sunrise canoe ride, a day of fishing off the recently reopened fishing pier or just a slow meandering through one of the hidden pockets of history nestled throughout our area.

St. Tammany — where we live, work and explore.

We have the best of all worlds here in St. Tammany. We live in an area known for its resort-like atmosphere on the shores of Lake Pontchartrain, as well as its earthy equestrian and agricultural abundance further north within the Parish.

Public Works and Mardi Gras Update

WRITTEN BY DONALD VILLERE,

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OUR PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT has a host of projects coming up this year. They include the new East Side Water Tower, Capital Street Improvements, Lotus Drive North and Village Lane South Drainage and rest rooms for Tyler Thomas Park. Hurricane Isaac recovery projects include water meter replacements, fire hydrant replacements, pile cap replacements, Lakeshore Drive repairs, sewer lift station electrical rehabilitation and removing and replacing concrete structures.

In September, the city announced a timeline for a flood protection study under a matching EPA grant from the Lake Pontchartrain Restoration Act. Proposed solutions and conceptual design alternatives are expected to be reported at a public meeting at 6 p.m. on February 4 at the Paul Spitzfaden Community Center. More information can be found on our website, cityofmandeville.com.

Mardi Gras is just around the corner. During the

Eve parade, an alcohol and smoke free zone will be marked and located on West Causeway Approach. This will be enforced by the Mandeville Police Department and can be enjoyed by all who wish to participate. We also ask that you remember to make it a safe holiday.

Our police will be on the lookout for parade violations, including possession of weapons of any kind. Glass is banned from the parade routes and animals and reptiles are prohibited from being closer than 150 feet from the route. Ladders, scaffolding and platforms of any type must be placed at a distance, and must not be fastened together with other ladders and platforms.

Parking along the parade route is prohibited less than 25 feet from intersections and extra police patrols will be on duty to look for illegally parked vehicles. Finally, please help us keep Mandeville beautiful by refraining from litter. Thanks for your participation and come to the Mardi Gras!

During the Eve parade, an alcohol and smoke free zone will be marked and located on West Causeway Approach.

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10| For a hands on project, students at Northlake Christian School in Ms. Albano’s class “mummified” apples to represent shrunken apple heads. Pictured are sophomores Maddy Rouyer and Mary-Landrum Robinson.

11| At commencement ceremonies, SLU awarded its highest academic honor, the President’s Medal for Academic Excellence, to students with the highest cumulative grade point averages in the university’s five colleges.

12| The Northshore Harbor Center teamed up with the Marine Corps Forces Reserve Band for a holiday concert and Toys for Tots 2013 toy drive. This event allowed the distribution of thousands of toys to hundreds of children in the Slidell area.

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13| Samuel and Marybeth Garrick students at Covington Elementary School were surprised by the special homecoming of their dad, Jessie Garrick, who returned from his deployment in Kuwait.

14| The Krewe of Lyra is pleased to announce that they have selected Walter Reed and Christine Foster as King and Queen for 2014.

15| Recently the Alzheimer’s North Shore Regional Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association raised over $97,000 with a successful “Walk to Remember” at the Fontainebleau State Park.

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16| Nonna Randazzo’s Bakery recently hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of its third location on Marshall Road in Mandeville.

Owners Felix Forjet, Jr. and Joel Randazzo Forjet were on hand to cut the ribbon with the help of St. Tammany Parish President Pat Brister, Abita Springs Mayor Greg Lemons and Mandeville Mayor Donald Villere.

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More Than Parades in Covington This Mardi Gras

WRITTEN BY MIKE COOPER, MAYOR OF COVINGTON

IT’S CARNIVAL TIME in Louisiana and we all know that means king cakes, Mardi Gras balls and parades.

While around the world people associate New Orleans with this season, we know that locally we have some pretty great festivities as well. The city of Covington alone hosts four parades (see our calendar of events at covla.com for details).

In an effort to provide a pleasant and enjoyable experience, the City would like to remind visitors of parade parking regulations as designated in Covington Code of Ordinances, Sec. 86-40 – Public Safety, which states that parking shall be prohibited along any parade route within the first 25 feet of any intersection, any neutral

ground, or as properly posted. Also, the distance of parked vehicles off the edge of the roadway shall be a minimum of four feet. There shall be no parking on the parade route to secure preferred parking more than 36 hours prior to the scheduled parade or 24 hours after the conclusion, postponement, or cancellation of any scheduled parade, or as properly posted.

Parades are not the only thing going on this February— come downtown and enjoy our nightlife with live music throughout the season or visit our Farmer’s Market every Wednesday and Saturday morning in preparation for your carnival parties. No matter what your interestCovington has something to offer!

Chamber Referrals Help to Grow Your Business

WRITTEN BY LACEY TOLEDANO, ST. TAMMANY WEST CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PRESIDENT

OUR THEME THIS YEAR is “Here to help you grow.” When we discuss the benefits of being a chamber member, we always point out the networking events, access to governmental and community leaders, educational information and marketing opportunities that we provide. But we have not emphasized something loyal members know to be a key benefit: our referral program.

According to a recent study by The Schapiro Group, most consumers think that being active in the local chamber of commerce is an effective business strategy.

Companies that are chamber members are viewed as being reputable and using good business practices.

Everyday we receive inquiries from potential customers looking for businesses that can help them with specific goods or services. Naturally, only Chamber member businesses are referred, providing potential

new customers, and keeping with the theme to “help you grow.”

In addition to telephone calls and walk-ins, our online business directory receives over 20,000 hits annually.

And in case you haven’t heard, we introduced a free mobile app, StTammanyBiz, that puts your business literally in the hands of potential customers. Visits to our online and mobile directory only continue to grow and generate leads for Chamber members. You can download our app by texting the words sttammanywest (one word) to 71441 or by searching for StTammanyBiz in the app store.

So whether through phone inquiry, email, online, mobile or a visit to our office, businesses, residents and visitors will find information about your company.

So become a Chamber member today!

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WRITTEN BY LIZ ANDERSON, PONCHATOULA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

ROADSIDE BILLBOARDS often catch my eye as I drive from town to town on America’s busy highways and interstates. They have often captured my imagination, as well, taking me to towns, stores and restaurants I never would have encountered otherwise. The Ponchatoula Chamber of Commerce each year spends over $20,000 on billboards with the goal of drawing travelers off the interstate to shop in America’s Antique City, to purchase strawberries, and to dine and do business with our many friendly retailers and restaurants. The Tangipahoa Tourist Commission and the City of Ponchatoula contribute to purchasing this effective advertising but February Fun Fever, our

annual auction event, is the Chamber’s primary fundraiser specifically dedicated to fill in the balance of monies for this cause. Information on this very important fundraiser event is just a phone call or website away, 985-386-2536, ponchatoulachamber.com. On another note, Chamber board members and officers were sworn in at the Installation & Awards Banquet held on January 14. How fortunate we are to have citizens willing to volunteer their time and effort to help put Ponchatoula on the map as an economically developing city. Volunteers and fundraising are both such integral components of Ponchatoula’s success.

Kudos to all who give back to their community.

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CELEBRATION Sunday, March 23, 2014 6 PM TO 10 PM • CASTINE CENTER ENTERTAINMENT: Groovy 7, Mandeville High School Jazz Band, Culinary Showcase, Zoë’s Desserts, Raffle, Live and Silent Auctions

TICKETS: General Admission Ticket: $100 Reserved Table for Eight: $1,200

For information, visit cmstkids.org, email celebration@cmstkids.org celebration@cmstkids.org, or call 504.615.8859.

Ticket holders must be 18 years or older.