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Tina Karres The Ride Of Her Life

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Living On The Edge here’s just something about women on the edge that appeals to the tomboy in me.

I am a tomboy from way back. Growing up,I was determined I was going to be a professional softball player … never mind that I’d never heard of any professional women’s softball teams back in the mid-1980s. I lived to be on the field, the smell of cut grass in the air, the feel of a welldrug infield under my cleats, third base beside me like an old friend. I eschewed makeup and hair spray for my glove and favorite Easton bat. (This was long before the invention of the DeMarini bats that would have made my life complete in high school!) And if my uniform wasn’t covered with dirt by the end of the game? Well, that just meant I didn’t play hard enough.

Oh, sure, I wear makeup now, and I get my hair done more than any woman I know. (Gray hair,anyone?) These days,I do care about what I see in the mirror. But on the inside,I’m still that rag-tag little girl with the big old glasses and boy’s haircut who would rather play ball with the fellas than go shopping with the girls.

I played softball from the time I was 10 years old until I officially retired about two years ago, due to a nagging knee injury that made it darn near impossible for me to enjoy my game of choice,even sporadically. Lucky for me, right about the time my knee started screaming “Girl, you got to stop!” I was completely enmeshed in a different type of sport — horses.

My horse roots go back nearly as far as my softball roots. As a kid, my sister had a horse named Fame that we took turns riding down Dixie River Road, in south Charlotte — no helmet,no saddle,no worries. Fame was a 14.3 hand, red-roan spitfire with a white blaze down

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her nose and a penchant for turning on a dime. Fame had been a former barrel-racing horse,and she never forgot those skills … nor did she avoid the opportunity to send me flying off her back and scuttlebutting along the pasture ground.

Ah, the good ol’ days. Back when the thought of flying through the air and meeting with the hard ground was laughable, not achy-breaky.

Ironically, while I had plenty of experience around horses, I never had a lesson until I was 28 years old. At that time,I decided to take“a few”lessons,for a trail ride I had planned with my best friend. Twelve years and three horses later,I have found that my life isn’t complete without a good, weekly ride on a horse. (Daily would be better, but that’s nearly impossible to do with work and a kid.)

Riding is the way I transcend my life … it’s the way I lose and then find myself.

Honestly,it’s that element of losing yourself that makes being on the edge so appealing. When you are on the edge, you can’t worry about whether your boss thinks you are doing a good job, whether your kid is doing his/her best in school, whether you’ll get that raise you so desperately need,or whether the people you love are happy and healthy. When you are truly on the edge, life stops,and your only focus is on doing what you love,and doing it well. Throw in a little danger,and the focus only heightens.

For me,it’s that element of being on the edge,no matter what activity you are embarking upon, that makes it so good for your soul. Only by losing yourself for those few,precious moments can you come back to real life and appreciate it for what it is … a breather until your next breathless moment begins.

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DEPARTMENTS 6

Editor’s Letter Living On The Edge

12 On The Move Charlotte Women Making Strides

14 Girl Time Tips,Trends, And Fancies www.TodaysCharlotteWomanMag.com | April 2013 8

26 Fashion Spring 2013 Forecast

34 Wine Up Three Extinct Wines Make A Comeback

36 At Home Airy Accessories Create Carefree Interiors

40 Beauty Color Your World

42 Health Flash What You Need To Know To Stay Well

46 Queen City Jewels Happenings You Don’t Want To Miss

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Publisher Sharon Simpson sharon@todayscharlottewomanmag.com

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22 Sales Executive April Rozzelle-Woolford

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18 Beauty & The Beast Boxer Carrie Flock Refuses To Lose

Creative Director Kerrie Boys, idesign2, inc

22 Horse Feathers Tina Karres Takes Flight With Her Equines

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FEATURES

Trevor Burton Dana Durham Beth Howard Melinda Johnston Lee Rhodes

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Contributing Writers

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OnTheCover Tina Karres enjoys the ride of her life.

Photo By Glenn Roberson.

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Thin Porcelain Laminate Veneers For Smile Enhancement Dr. Ross W. Nash

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Ross W. Nash, DDS, is one of only 46 Accredited Fellows in the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, meaning he has acquired extraordinary skills in the area of esthetic and cosmetic dentistry.

ometimes, all that is needed to revitalize a smile are thin porcelain laminate veneers. With minimum removal of natural tooth structure, these high strength and esthetic laminates can be used to resurface teeth for the purpose of improving a person’s appearance. In this illustration, Laura’s smile was enhanced by replacing her previous direct composite bonding on her four front teeth with thin porcelain laminate veneers and adding eight additional veneers to fill out the corners of her smile zone.

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Q: How much tooth structure has to be removed to place porcelain veneers?

A: Sometimes, no tooth removal at all is needed. When preparation is necessary, only minimal tooth re-contouring is required.

Q: How do the porcelain veneers stay on the teeth?

A:The veneers are bonded to the natural tooth with strong bonding agents. This lamination process can actually result in strengthening of the tooth and the veneer itself.

after Laura’s fuller, brighter smile ers vene ain application of porcel

Q: How long can porcelain veneers be expected to last?

A: With proper care and regular maintenance, these restorations can be expected to last for many years.

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Laura’s b e enhanced autiful smile with por celain laminate veneers

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Q: How long does it take to have porcelain veneers placed?

A: These strong and esthetic restorations can be placed in two appointments only a few weeks apart.

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Job Changes/Promotions Moonlight Creative Group co-founder and partner Karen Ponischil is retiring; Dawn Newsome, the firm’s co-founder and partner, has become principal owner.

SOS Intl, a leading provider of training to the energy industry, has hired Delsey Brown as operations manager and Nancy DeLeon as senior training and compliance consultant.

The Ballantyne Hotel & Lodge has hired Monica Murano Robinson as director of catering sales.

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New Business/Changes SouthPark mall has added two new retailers: David Yurman, and a renovated Ann Taylor concept store, slated to open in May.

Awards & Installations Susan Rowe, an assistant professor at the Charlotte School of Law, was crowned Queen of the seventh-annual Lupus Mardi Gras Gala, presented by the Dickerson Family Trust.

The fundraiser generated $62,000 for the Lupus Foundation of America, North Carolina Chapter.

Stacey Randall, chief talent officer at HF Financial, was named Young Professional of the Year at the inaugural Charlotte Chamber Young Professional Awards. Randall is chair of the Charlotte Chamber’s BusinessFirst program, and vice president of Charlotte Business Exchange.

Sandy Saburn has joined the International Association of Business Communicators’ board of directors as co-vice-president of communication (events).

YWCA Central Carolinas was named a bronze winner of the 2013 Global Excellence Awards for its Attendance on Demand system.

Christina Howard has been elected to the YWCA Central Carolinas board of directors.

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Embrace Your World

By Honoring Earth Day arth Day was created in 1970 to spread awareness of environmental issues. Every April 22, people all over the world join forces to celebrate the gift of our planet, and to raise awareness of ways to protect Mother Earth. If you are looking for tips on how you can dramatically help the environment (and if you aren’t,you should be!),consider these suggestions:

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Conserve water. Although water covers 70 percent of the planet’s surface, most of it is salt water. According to the United Nations,95 percent of cities worldwide still dump raw sewage into their water supplies. Protect fresh water at all costs. Keep it clean.

Have less children. Overpopulation is a serious environmental problem. The planet is a closed system with limited resources,including air,water,and land on which to grow food.

In the United States, new births hit an all-time high of more than 4.3 million in 2007.

According to the CDC’s National Center for Health Statistics, that’s the highest number of births since 1957,the height of the baby boom! More people equals overuse of the earth’s limited resources.

Save energy. When possible, switch to renewable sources. Instead of driving, consider walking, biking, or using public transportation. Also, keep heating and air conditioning use in check when possible. Substitute cold water for hot. Not only will you help the world, you’ll save money.

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ant to overcome the unpleasant smell of your favorite running shoes … in a natural way? Try slipping a Mini Moso Air Purifying pack into your shoes, and eliminate the odors found in small spaces with 100-percent bamboo charcoal.

Air fresheners don’t attack and break down odors, but instead mask them with other scents. Moso Natural has created fragrance-free, air-purifying bags that absorb and filter out odors, pollutants, allergens,and bacteria. Bamboo charcoal helps trap impurities inside its porous structure. Each bag dehumidifies to prevent mildew, mold, and moisture for up to two years. In addition, the Moso Bag has been scientifically proven to reduce the amount of formaldehyde, ammonia,benzene,and chloroform gases that are emitted from furniture, paint, carpeting, cleaners, rubbers, and plastics.

The Moso Bag is safe to use around pets and children, and can be rejuvenated by leaving it in direct sunlight. Visit MosoNatural.com.

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aper towels are one of the most convenient products around … and one of the worst products for the environment. Why not join the anti-paper revolution and try the Bambooee Reusable Bamboo towel instead?

You can save money while also helping decrease the 3,000 tons of paper-towel waste produced each day.

Bambooee provides a certified-organic, reusable alternative to paper towels.

They look like regular paper towels,but instead are made of earth-friendly, sustainable bamboo. One roll of Bambooee replaces 60 rolls of the average paper towel, because the product can be reused and washed up to 20 times in the washing machine.

Unlike the trees from which traditional paper towels are made, Bambooee is fabricated from the world’s fastest-growing plant,bamboo. Bamboo requires no fertilizers, pesticides, or insecticides and is harvested using sustainable and green practices.To learn more, visit Bambooee.com.

resh water is one of the world’s most precious commodities: Approximately 1 in 8 people don’t have access to clean drinking water. But did you know that skincare products often contain up to 90 percent water? In addition, products often require water to make them effective — which all adds up to wasted H2O. One beauty-based company, La Fresh, decided to become part of the solution by creating products that contain just a small portion of water per use, and don’t rely on additional water for activation. Products are free of parabens, sulfates, GMOs, triclosan, phthalates, acetone, dyes, artificial fragrances, and animal byproducts.

Interested in eco-friendly beauty buys? Best-sellers include the Eco-Beauty AntiAging Face Cleanser, 100-percent natural massage oils, and wipes that purify skin with yummy-sounding ingredients such as aloe, papaya, pineapple, jojoba, vitamin C and E, and peppermint. To learn more, visit lafreshgroup.com.

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et back to the basics — from the bathroom to the bedroom — with organic cotton products by Coyuchi. The company produces home textiles that depend on natural fibers, and are free of the toxic dyes, bleaches, and finishes used in conventional textiles.

Founded 20 years ago in Point Reyes Station, off the Northern California coast, Coyuchi’s “aesthetic ecosystem”philosophy of design led to the creation of the first 100-percent organic cotton bedding in the United States. Coyuchi products such as the Air Weight Bath Collection help consumers eliminate pesticides, toxins, and chemicals from everyday home products, especially those found in your coziest spaces — the bed and bath. Products are soft and soothing, and completely natural. For information, visit Coyuchi.com.

Ground Thyself With The Earth’s Energy ver stood barefoot with your tootsies tickling the ground,and wondered why it feels so darn good?

The phenomenon is called grounding.

Our planet is a natural energy source, and standing toe to toe with that energy can be invigorating.

According to scientists,being barefoot enables the body to efficiently absorb the planet’s energy in the form of electrons. Now, thanks to technology, you can enjoy that feeling while wearing shoes. Each pair of Pluggz shoes contains plugs made from a custom carbon and rubber compound. The plugs sit under a weight-bearing part of the feet to form an electrical contact between your foot and the earth. Pluggz are touted for helping you feel balanced, energized, and calm.

Designed to conduct a flow of free electrons from the earth to our bodies, Pluggz allow people to be grounded when walking on grass, sand, soil, even concrete. Visit pluggz.com. [TCW]

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Beauty & The Beast

Boxer Carrie Flock Refuses To Lose

By Melinda Johnston | Photos By Michael C. Hernandez Shot On Location At Renegade Fighting Systems Carrie “Beauty and the Beast” Flock is a knockout — in and out of the ring. The 36-year-old professional boxer boasts a career record of 8 wins, 3 losses, and 4 knockouts. While she’s tough as nails on her opponents, she also enjoys her feminine side, and is completely comfortable with her statuesque beauty.

“I’ve never been afraid to get my hands dirty or to put stuff together, but I’m not afraid of being a girlie-girl, either. I like to put on makeup, have my hair done, and wear high heels. I enjoy both sides — getting dirty, and being cute and pretty at the same time,” Flock says.

Daredevil Roots Though the Garinger High grad didn’t set out to be a boxer,she was bound to embark on some dangerous and exciting pursuit — daredevil blood runs deep in her veins.

Her great aunt, Reo Flock, was a noted wingwalker and stunt parachutist who performed with traveling air shows across the eastern United States. Carrie’s grandfather, Tim Flock, was an early NASCAR legend and a two-time NASCAR

series champion. His sister, Ethel Mobley, was NASCAR’s second female driver, and his brothers, Bob and Fonty Flock,were NASCAR pioneers as well. Carrie’s dad,Carl Flock,raced dirt tracks and worked as a mechanic for different teams.

“I asked my dad years ago if he would teach me to race. He said no,that it wasn’t a safe sport,” she says.

Instead,she gave up her garage dreams for the boxing ring.

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For Flock, fighting is two-fold: In additional to her professional boxing efforts, there is also her impassioned fight against cancer, in honor of her father, mother, and aunt … all of whom were diagnosed with different kinds of cancer last year.

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“In boxing, it’s one-on-one, and I’m in control of whether I win or lose.

When I’m in the ring, I just tune everything else out.” — Carrie Flock “I was taking kick-boxing classes, and I’d see the guys in the ring across the gym from me. I asked trainer Leon [Moffett] if I could try it. I started sparring with guys and loving it!” she says.

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In order to fight professionally, Flock needed female opponents. It wasn’t long before she registered with the North Carolina Boxing Commission, which means that, among other things, her hands are legally considered lethal weapons. Soon,she began looking for her first fight. She has averaged about one fight a year since she began,which is not unusual, she says, for the female boxer.

“Women don’t get as many calls as men do, and there aren’t that many women in my weight class. But it’s worth the wait,” she says. “In boxing, it’s one-on-one, and I’m in control of whether I win or lose.

When I’m in the ring, I just tune everything else out. I’m ready to release some energy and knock somebody out. It’s such an adrenaline rush!”

The payoff doesn’t come without a lot of hard work. Flock works two part-time jobs — as aTarget associate and as a suite coordinator at Time Warner Arena — but her heart is in the gym, which is Revolution Sports and Recreation, on Remount Road. That’s where she’s training for her comeback after a two-year hiatus from the sport.

She trains four to five days a week, three to four hours each time. Like her male counterparts, she runs, works on balance, and she’s an expert on the speed bag.

But you won’t catch her with a jump rope in her hand.

“I can’t stand to jump rope! I do jumping jacks instead,” she says with a laugh.

Though her diet has some wiggle room, she eats lots of eggs, fruits, and vegetables,and stays away from sodas,fast and fried foods, and red meat. She’s obligated to stay within one or two pounds of her current 165 to remain in her weight class and be eligible for her next fight,scheduled for later this month.

Fighting For A Cause Much of the reason Flock has been out of the ring for the last few years has been in order to devote time to her family.

After her father, mother, and aunt were diagnosed with different kinds of cancers last year,she has been helping to take care of them.

“When they were diagnosed, I had to sit down and have a moment to myself where I talked to God. I felt like there was something that he wanted me to do,” Flock says.

She moved out of her home and back in with her mother and aunt so she could be closer to them. She appears and participates in various cancer fighting events, and she’s created special T-shirts and bracelets that she sells to help support their cancer fight.

Flock is especially proud of the “Losing Is Not An Option”slogan,which appears on the back of the shirts. She says it promotes her philosophy for fighting cancer,fighting in the ring, and any other challenge life happens to throw her way.

“The enthusiasm of my dad and mom helps keep me driven. And I want to show my 19-year-old son that anything is possible.

Before my last fight, my father and my son walked me out to the ring. That was so very special,” Flock says.

“I believe that if you think positive thoughts, positive things will happen,” she adds. “And if you work hard,what you work hard for you will get in return.” [TCW]

If Melinda Johnston found herself in a fight, she would want Carrie Flock on her side.

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Horse Feathers

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Tina Karres Takes Flight With Her Fleet Of Equines

By Lee Rhodes | Photos By Grant Cutri & Glenn Roberson

Picture this: throngs of people packed in an arena while penned calves, bulls, and steers wait nearby. Bright lights, loud noises, and cheering crowds against a backdrop of bucking bulls and athletes wrestling steers to the ground. Entertaining rodeo clowns providing comic relief and, most important, protection for the bull riders. But the main attraction is the horses, athletes in their own right. Together, the horses and riders race against the clock to navigate a cloverleaf formation of barrels in the center of the ring, putting their speed and skill on display. The event is dangerous, the competition is fierce, and the “cowboys” are all women.

Rockin’ The Rodeo Now that spring is here,Karres spends every weekend traveling to rodeos, sometimes competing in multiple rodeos per day. For training purposes, she makes a 140-mile round-trip, twice-weekly trek to Gaffney, S.C., where her horses currently reside. As she runs the rodeo circuit this season, Karres’ goal is to consistently place in the top five, a feat she has accomplished in years past.

Karres wasn’t born into the sport of rodeo per se, but her family had a plow horse when she was a child and later enrolled her in English riding lessons that she took on “borrowed horses in borrowed clothes.” Once she got her driver’s license,she abandoned riding lessons for riding in cars. She came to the sport of barrel racing later in life when she visited the Rockin K Ranch and, as she puts it,“got bit by a horse fly.”

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This is life at the rodeo, also known as a day in the life of a barrel racer. Tina Karres, who at 5 feet 2 inches tall and 110 pounds consistently places in the top ranks of the Southern Rodeo Association and National Barrel Horse Association, likens barrel racing to “kamikaze running.”

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things to do. She was a young mother with an exploding new nail business. As the owner of Lake Norman Nail Shop,she had already put her competitive spirit to use, at one time earning the rank of fourth in the U.S.and 13th in the world in fingernail competitions according to “Nails” and “Nail Pro” magazines. Amie Kidd, whose family owns Rockin K and who once worked for Karres as a nail technician, invited her to her first rodeo.

“Within a matter of months, I had purchased my first barrel horse and was on my way to a lifelong commitment to the sport,”Karres recalls. She was soon spending every waking minute at the ranch, riding a horse named Possum.

Possum and Karres went to the SRA finals that year. Recognizing that she was cashing in on Possum’s experience as a seasoned barrel horse and wanting to improve her own abilities, Karres purchased a young horse off the racetrack named Purple Saint. Her mentor and the individual she deems the most instrumental in her barrel-racing career is Dean “Gator” Allison, who taught Karres how to train Saint.

Her voice becomes impassioned when Karres talks about Red Bird Jet, the horse she began riding after Saint. The duo won events everywhere they went, including back-to-back years at the NBHA finals. “If I didn’t place on her,it was my fault or the

ground was too bad to run her,” Karres says.

Her current rodeo horse is Red Bird’s stallion son,Sixes Red Jet, lovingly referred to as Red. She also rides Red’s half-sister, a mare named Red Jet Stone,whom Karres refers to as “the hooligan.”

“If you had to stand and watch her in a stall,you wouldn’t get within 20 feet of her,” Karres says.

The Love Of A Good Horse The personal relationship Karres has with her horses is incredible,especially considering that she bred the mares, birthed the foals, and raised them from babies.

Her own babies, 25-year-old A.J. and 14-year-old Lacy, have served as her rodeo

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co-pilots over the years. Though her son is now more interested in motorcycles than horses,he used to travel the East Coast with his mom and made junior rodeo when he was young. Today, Karres’ daughter has taken over that role. She rides Sun of A Buck, another of Karres’ horses — a striking, mild-mannered, 6-year-old buckskin.

Karres and her daughter like to take Sun of a Buck to ride in the Grand Entry,to give him the full rodeo experience.

“The Grand Entry is a parade of flags, horses, and the cowboys competing that night. We pay tribute to God, country, solders, and anything else worthwhile,” Karres explains.

“It can be quite moving.”

Equally moving will be the day in the near future when Karres transports her horses from Gaffney to her home in Cornelius. She’s been busy on her tractor, clearing, grading, and cutting trees in her four-acre backyard in anticipation of the move. The stalls are ready and waiting; all that lacks is the fence.

It’s amazing to think of all that Karres has accomplished … from a busy mom who won nail competitions to winning “kamikaze” horse competitions. Perhaps her life is best summed up by the lyrics from one of Merle Haggard’s famous songs: “Breakin’ broncos and gettin’ broke/ That’s the life of a rodeo cowboy/ And that’s the only life I know.” [TCW]

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Three Nearly Extinct Grapes Face A Tasty Future

By Trevor Burton ooting for an underdog or a comeback kid is something that seems to be genetically locked into the American psyche. Maybe that’s why I enjoy finding and tasting wines made from grapes that have become obscure and are finding their way back onto the world stage.

When you can taste a great wine and simultaneously savor a moral sense of doing good, it’s a pretty good day. At least, that’s a rationale that works well for me!

Here’s a look at three grapes that were lost and then found.

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Sense Of Abandonment The first grape is Carmenère — an abandoned orphan. Up until the late 19th century, Carmenère played a big role as one of the grapes used to blend the spectacular wines of Bordeaux.

That was until the plague of phylloxera, a root-munching louse, hit most of Europe and wiped out the grape vines.

As the industry recovered, growers decided not to replant Carmenère. The grape was more than a little temperamental. It took longer to ripen than other grapes and suffered from a disease called “coulure,” which causes grapes to drop off the vine before they ripen. Carmenère’s future looked gloomy.

Fortunately, a few years earlier, some Carmenère was shipped over to South America, where it was mistaken for Merlot. For years, it was grown mixed in with that grape. Fast-forward to 1994. An ampelographer — a lovely word that means an expert in identifying and distinguishing vines — came to visit. A few years and a little DNA analysis confirmed that this quasi-Merlot was, in fact, Carmenère … and doing spectacularly well in Chile.

Its temperamental ways in Bordeaux had magically vanished in the new setting.

Carmenère is like a Merlot with a little kick to it. It’s velvety and fruity like a Merlot, but with a slight peppery aspect. In total, Carmenère are great, inexpensive wines.

Suffering From Neglect Another grape, Bonarda, suffered from neglect. Other grapes made wines that were more economically successful, and Bonarda simply faded out of sight. Just like Carmenère, Bonarda was shipped over to South America to grow the wine business on the other side of the Atlantic, and it also flourished.

There was a similar mix-up when it came to identifying this grape in its new neighborhood. The southeastern part of France

is home to a grape called “Douce Noir” — sweet black. Over the border, the Italians have a grape, Dolcetto, that they sometimes call “Dolce Nero.” Dolce Nero means, you guessed it, sweet black. For the longest time it was thought that the Bonarda in South America was really Dolcetto. Thanks to DNA testing, it turned out that South America’s Bonarda hailed from French lineage. The grape also found its way to the United States; you can find the grape in California under the moniker Charbono.

All this “sweet black” stuff would give you the impression that Bonarda is on the sweet side. Nothing could be further from the truth. The wine has an intense ruby color, and is light bodied with noticeable tannins and acidity. There’s lots of fresh fruit, and a chocolaty quality.

Bonarda is another great value.You can find a bottle for less than $15.

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If Carmenère and Bonarda are orphans, the next wine is more like a phoenix.

Wine has been grown in the Tuscany area of Italy for millennia. Before the Eternal City was even thought of, the Etruscans were stomping on grapes to produce wine. Most of the grapes they used have been consigned to the dustbins of history.

Out in the countryside, there are literally hundreds of old, unidentified grape vines that nobody has bothered with for years. They just hang out doing their grape thing. Well, a group of botanists from the University of Florence got it into their heads to investigate these vines. They came upon one ancient and gnarly grapevine that produced clusters of grapes shaped like a fist, and they named it Pugnitello, which is Italian for fist.

The owner of the vineyard where it was discovered had no idea of its provenance and there were no references to the grape in any literature.

The bright botanist bunch joined forces with winemakers from the San Felice winery to apply a little TLC and some modern viticulture to the sample they had taken from old gnarly. Cuttings of the Pugnitello vine were grafted onto modern rootstock and planted in San Felice’s experimental vineyard.

What resulted was a very low yielding grapevine, which is probably why the vine fell into oblivion in the first place.

Pugnitello is not as easy to find as Carmenère and Bonarda.

But what a find. Low yields generally produce intense wines, and this wine doesn’t disappoint. Pugnitello is a dark wine, and on the nose there is smoky tar and leather. On the palate, there is a whole load of dark fruit and a definite sense of earthiness and spiciness. Pugnitello is unique, but if you were to compare it to a well-known grape, Syrah would be fairly close — it is deep, intense, and spicy.

So, embrace all that is good about underdogs, and chase these grapes down. They need your help on their path to economic recovery. You’ll be doing a good deed … and have a really tasty time doing it. [TCW]

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atural woods. Whimsical patterns that mimic the flora of spring … but with a modern touch. Delicate blues, a trace of hot hues, and plenty of white, white, white. All fit the forecast for home’s nature-inspired designs this spring.

Just like the perfect outfit needs all the right trimmings to make it complete, your home’s décor can benefit from well-planned details and trendy treatments. And there is no easier way to make everything old new again than to invest in a nest-full of nature-inspired items this spring.

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“Diet has a dramatic impact on levels of inflammation and pain in the body,” says Beth Reardon, M.S., R.D., a nutritionist at Duke Integrative Medicine at Duke Medical Center in Durham.

Consider adding these pain duelers to your plate:

Fish Fish, especially fatty fish such as salmon and mackerel, contains high levels of omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3s calm the inflammation and pain associated with arthritis and certain autoimmune diseases, such as Crohn’s disease, as well as migraine headaches. A University of Pittsburgh study showed that 60 percent of patients with neck and back pain experienced an improvement after three months on omega-3s. Two to four fatty-fish meals a week provide the benefits. Or, if you’re not a fan of the fin, consider a supplement.

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Tart cherry juice is 10 times more effective than aspirin at relieving pain and inflammation, according to research from Michigan State University. And a Baylor Research Institute study found that a daily dose of a tart cherry extract cut arthritis pain by 20 percent for most study subjects.

Soy Soy has isoflavones, which are plant hormones with antiinflammatory properties. People with knee pain reduced their discomfort and took fewer pain medications after eating soy every day for three months, according to data from Oklahoma State University.

Red Grapes The magic ingredient: resveratrol. Researchers at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago showed that the compound (also found in red wine) might protect against the

kind of cartilage damage that triggers back pain. Resveratrol inhibits the enzyme cyclooxygenase (COX), similar to COXinhibiting drugs like Celebrex — but without the side effects.

Ginger Long used as a folk remedy for a variety of health ills, ginger has been shown to decrease the chronic pain linked to osteoarthritis. New research from the University of Georgia shows it may be even better than aspirin at alleviating postworkout pain. In the study, those who consumed the root reduced their pain by 25 percent, compared to those who didn’t eat ginger.

Turmeric The spice responsible for both the flavor and color of Indian foods not only fights arthritis, but also inhibits the destruction of joints that accompanies the condition. That’s due to its action against NF-KB, a protein that turns on the body’s inflammatory response. A study from the National Institute of Health found that turmeric changed the expression of hundreds of different genes involved in joint swelling and destruction.

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Sneezing Season Strategies ven as you are beginning to enjoy the warmer temperatures of spring, you may be experiencing a less welcome feature of the season: allergies. Research suggests that more adults than ever are suffering from allergies — even those who managed to avoid them as children.

If you fit that bill, take heart. Medications and immunotherapy — a.k.a. allergy shots — really do head off the worst of symptoms. Experts say you can turn down the volume by reducing the level of allergens you encounter in the first place, by following these tips:

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• Keep your windows closed and run the air conditioning. In the car, put the AC on the re-circulate setting to keep pollen out.

• Replace AC and furnace filters every three months to minimize pollen inside.

• Check pollen counts in your area and plan your day accordingly. For instance, exercise indoors when pollen counts are high, or wait until early evening when counts are lowest.

• Wear glasses or sunglasses outside to keep allergens away from the eyes.

• Take a shower before going to bed to rinse pollen from your hair and skin.

The same goes for kids and pets, since they can bring irritating pollen inside.

• Use a mask when doing any sort of yard work, including mowing the grass or gardening.

• Rest right, by placing your mattresses, box springs, and pillows in airtight plastic or allergen-proof fabric covers.

• Vacation in a low-sneeze zone. Think: aboard a cruise ship or at a high altitude.

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Cancer & Fertility From Surviving To Thriving hen a young woman is diagnosed with cancer, her first priority is survival. However, advances in treatment are allowing more women to focus on life after treatment, including their future fertility.

Chemotherapy and radiation used to treat many cancers often render female patients infertile. But new techniques, particularly ovarian tissue cryopreservation, could change the outlook for many patients.

The technique involves removing one of a patient’s ovaries prior to the start of cancer treatment, and freezing small strips of the tissue, which contain thousands of immature eggs.

After treatment is complete and a woman is ready to conceive, the tissue is thawed and returned to her body.

In many cases, the tissue begins to function and the woman ovulates after a few months on her own.

The technique has benefited from a rapid freezing technique called vitrification. Doctors freeze the tissue quickly with the help of an antifreeze chemical, allowing tissue to freeze solidly — without the formation of ice crystals, which can harm the eggs.

Although freezing individual eggs has become a popular way to preserve the fertility levels of women, it’s not always an option for cancer patients. For one thing, it may take several weeks to stimulate the ovaries to produce eggs to freeze, and not all patients have the time to wait before starting treatment. What’s more, using eggs to conceive involves assisted reproductive technologies such as in vitro fertilization, also known as IVF, which requires injections of hormones that might fuel a cancer’s growth or return.

So far, about 30 births have resulted from ovarian tissue cryopreservation — and most of the mothers conceived spontaneously without the need for IVF. The Oncofertility Consortium, a nationwide network of fertility experts, is making the technology available at some 60 facilities across the country, making it possible for cancer patients to achieve pregnancy in a normal and healthy way.

For information, visit MyOncofertility.org, the patient portal of the Oncofertility Consortium, which explains the options available for preserving fertility to cancer patients and puts patients in touch with fertility experts who can help them with their childbearing goals. Fertile Hope (fertilehope.org), an initiative of the LIVESTRONG organization, provides reproductive information and support to cancer patients.

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An Inky Endeavor Take Caution With Tattoos ith tattoo parlors popping up in many shopping centers and reality shows glamorizing the lives of tattoo artists, the popular form of body art has become mainstream. More than a third of people ages 18 to 25 sport tattoos, and mature folks are also taking the plunge.

Unfortunately, dermatologists are seeing a surge in complications due to tattoos — from allergic reactions to serious infections.

Problems stem in part from the composition of dyes used to create tattoos. Today’s dyes often contain plasticbased pigments that are used in industrial settings, such as in printing, textiles, and car paint, and little is known about how these inks interact with the skin.

Allergies are a main concern. Itching, The American Academy of Dermatology bumps, or rashes can occur days, weeks, or recommends the following in order to years after the initial tattoo, according to keep tattooing safe: Dr. Michi Shinohara, a clinical assistant pro• Only use the services of a professional fessor of dermatology at the University of tattoo artist who is licensed based on state Washington, in Seattle. Tattoos can cause requirements. psoriasis or eczema to flare among people • Insist on seeing equipment in sterile who have these chronic skin conditions. packaging before getting a tattoo.

Infections can result from tattoos when • Let the artist know if you have a skin reaction, and see a board-certified instruments are not properly sterilized, or dermatologist if the problem lasts for more if ink is contaminated with bacteria. A rethan two weeks. cent outbreak of atypical mycobacterial • Check with a dermatologist before getinfection was traced to a bad batch of tatting a tattoo if you have psoriasis, eczema, too ink. This type of infection causes itchy, or a tendency toward keloid scarring. painful blisters to form within the first • Avoid tattooing over a mole, as it will be month of getting a tattoo, and may require more difficult to diagnose a problem if the months of oral antibiotics. mole changes.

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Pet Smart Animals Are Good For You

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t’s cheaper than a trip to the doctor, has no side effects, and doesn’t require a prescription. However, with loads of research demonstrating the healthful benefits of pet ownership, a prescription for a pooch or other cuddly creature might not be far behind.

Among the latest data is a recent study from Virginia Commonwealth University that found stress levels fell about 11 percent among people who brought their dogs to work, while they rose as much as 70 percent for those who didn’t (or who didn’t have pets).

New data from the University of Missouri hint that for children with autism spectrum disorders, the presence of dogs may help them function better. Dogs act as “social catalysts,” helping to bridge the divide with other

children and adults.

Almost any animal — even snakes and lizards, in the hands of the right person — provide “contact comfort,” which is the calming influence created by touching and petting animals. Research has shown that interacting with animals lowers blood pressure, respiratory rate, and stress hormones. Children who are raised with pets fare better with allergies than those who grow up pet-less. And people who walk their dogs tend to walk more than those without dogs, making it more likely for them to meet recommended physical activity guidelines.

Even watching fish swimming in a tank appears to be helpful, reducing blood pressure and anxiety.

There are mental health perks, too. According to Dr. Stanley Coren, professor of psychology at the University of British Columbia at Vancouver and an expert on the healing potential of pets, “Nurturing another — including a pet — gives you a feeling of purpose.” [TCW]

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on’t miss the Bethlehem Center of Charlotte’s Laughs, Lunch & Lasting Legacies luncheon on Wed., April 24, from noon to 1:15 p.m. at the Ritz-Carlton.

The annual event includes a gourmet lunch, a short comedy act, and the testimony of keynote speaker Dr. Monteic Sizer, founder and president of the Judah Lion Group and Strategies International, a public policy, political consulting, and strategy development firm.

Dr. Sizer’s powerful testimony chronicles his transformation from growing up in Charlotte’s public housing in a single parent family to his exceptional professional and personal success. His story parallels Bethlehem Center’s central mission — to provide educational opportunities for Mecklenburg County’s at-risk children and families to improve the quality of their lives.

Founded by United Methodist Women in 1940, the Bethlehem Center seeks to break the cycle of poverty by helping children and families learn to become selfsufficient. Initiatives include overseeing the Head Start preschool program for Mecklenburg County, as well as after-school enrichment programs, summer camps, and educational classes on parenting and financial management.

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Presented by the Carolinas Latin Dance Company and back for its 11th year, the 7 p.m. performance offers audiences the opportunity to experience an expanded repertoire of live mariachis and dances or music from 16 Latin American countries, offering a glimpse into these diverse and fascinating cultures.

This year’s performance will include facts from different countries to add a more educational aspect to the performance — including an espionage theme that involves the audience.

The Carolinas Latin Dance Company is a nonprofit created to promote cultural awareness and acceptance of diversity.

Waxing Eloquent Mel Rea Exhibit

WantToGo? McGlohon Theater is located at 345 N. College St. Visit thecarolinaslatindancecompany.org for information.

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hain Gallery is offering new works by abstract artist Mel Rea April 18 through May 4.

Rea worked as an artist for 17 years with clay before discovering the last batch of beeswax from her grandfather’s apiary.

Looking for a change, she decided to embrace the art of encaustic painting — painting with hot beeswax. With the blessing of her grandmother, Rea used the last of her grandfather’s wax to create new art.

For Rea, the transition from 3-dimensional clay to 2-dimensional wax was natural. Wax afforded her the chance to dig, scratch, and sculpt the surface as she had

Figuratively Speaking Charlotte Fine Art Offers Sculpture

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harlotte Fine Art Gallery is offering “Figurative Sculpture Rooted in Nature” April 5 through April 27.

The exhibit highlights work from North Carolina sculptor Charlene Bregier, who creates pieces in a variety of media, from bronze to terracotta. Bregier fashions unique clay sculptures of the female figure with “skin” made from actual petals and leaves, celebrating the spring season.

Mom Prom Ladies Night For A Cause

njoy an evening of dancing and shopping by attending the second annual Queen City’s Mom Prom — a unique ladies night event that doubles as a charity fundraiser for Cookies for Kids’ Cancer.

Toyota Motor Sales’s Sienna family minivan is the presenting sponsor for the April 26 event, held at the Havana Banquet and Ballroom in Cornelius, from 8 p.m. until midnight.

The Queen City’s Mom Prom is a celebration of women in all stages of motherhood.

The inaugural event raised more than $20,000 for Cookies for Kids’ Cancer, a national nonprofit that raises funds for research into new, improved therapies for pediatric cancer. All proceeds go to Cookies for Kids’ Cancer.

done with clay, and the sheerness of each layer of wax in Rea’s work gives the surface a similar illumination to clay glazes. Today, the artist’s work, both clay and paintings, are in numerous private and corporate collections nationwide.

WantToGo? Shain Gallery is located at 2823 Selwyn Ave. Visit shaingallery.com or call 704/334-7744.

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WantToGo? Tickets are $50 and available at QueenCityMomProm.com.

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can’t remember when the symptoms began … maybe my early 40s. I was sure by then I had become immune to such a condition. (I had no idea it can hit you at any age!) The fact is, research shows there are thousands of women dealing with this phenomenon, and unfortunately, we can’t hide it no matter how much we deny it.

So at 54, I’ve decided to embrace it. I encourage women suffering with the same diagnosis to do the same.

Are you ready for my confession? Here it is: I have a thing for bling.

There, I said it.

I’m obsessed with it, maybe even addicted. When it comes to fashion and accessories, if it shines, shimmers, glitters, or glistens, I will wear it! I can’t help myself. It’s beyond my control.

Whatever I’m shopping for — cocktail dress, business attire, casual wear, swimwear, purse, shoes, obviously jewelry, heck, even my iPhone case — there is one single requirement. It must be embellished with jewels!

It seems to have started with a few flashy sequins sewn onto my first holiday sweater (ladies, you know the ones). My problem quickly escalated to a desire for more shiny buttons and dazzling zippers

adorning … well, everything I wore!

I tried to convince myself that professional businesswomen like me would never allow themselves to be wooed by such frivolous trinkets that sparkle and twinkle. I was a grownup. I should rise above all this razzle and be-dazzle.

But then I discovered the Buckle store. Strolling through the mall, minding my own business, I was lured in by the smell of fresh leather belts inlaid with rhinestones and silver trim, the “diamond” studded hats, the sparkling tops and jackets and, oh, those ornamented jeans!

This professional businesswoman was suddenly forced to face the fact that my need for sheen was greater than any business suit, starched white blouse, or sensible pair of black pumps could satisfy.

Today, as I celebrate my first full year

By Sharon Simpson

as publisher of Today’s Charlotte Woman magazine, I’m proud to come clean and share my foolish indulgence with you.

We’re all friends by now anyway, right?

So, the next time you see me at the gym, a NAWBO meeting, a fundraising event, a corporate luncheon, or maybe even in your office presenting the advantages of advertising in Charlotte’s only woman’s magazine, please look beyond the glittered nails, the beaded belt, and the sequined scarf … and see a professional businesswoman who is now unafraid and unashamed of the fashion choices she’s made.

And for all you women out there who have yet to reveal your true “thing for bling,” I’ll see you next week at the Buckle store!

Note to the TCW staff: If you’re looking for that perfect gift to help me celebrate this momentous occasion, there’s a really cute pink and black bejeweled iPhone case at the kiosk in the mall. It’s the one right in front of the Buckle store. [TCW]

In addition to bling, Sharon Simpson has a soft spot for shag dancing; put ’em together and you better get out your sunglasses!

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