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home decor Home prices are back on the rise, which is great news, especially if you’re considering selling your home. Getting top dollar for you home is the goal and being mindful of the dos and don’ts could mean the difference between big offers and no offers. Staged Homes We offer home staging because nothing can sell a home faster than a having it properly staged. When I visit a home on a consultation, I look for problem areas as well as its best features. The objective is to accentuate the great qualities and minimize any objections from potential buyers. On a consult, I take a thorough photo diary that I can refer to later. I compile a report and list room by room the areas that need addressing, both good and bad. If you don’t hire a professional, you can follow this same format on your own. It helps to take a methodical approach, to keep track of your progress and keep the process
moving forward. Target Buyer Identifying your target buyer is essential. Do you have several bedrooms ideal for a growing family? Do you live in a condo, where you’re more likely to attract singles or empty nesters? Highlight those aspects of your home that would suit their needs. No one knows your house like you do. Consider its quirks; it’s characteristics that, only you know, make it wonderful. These are the aspects that might set your home apart from the house down the road and should be shared with potential buyers. Clutter Begone Life is messy! We all have clutter, but it’s easy to overlook the mess when it’s your own. If you’re getting ready to list your home, purge! To a buyer, a clean, orderly house implies that it has been well maintained.
HOME STAGING TIPS FOR TOP DOLLAR OFFERS Are your closets busting at the seams? Edit the contents so your closets are only fifty percent full. Use baskets to organize. Over filled closets imply your house doesn’t have enough storage space, which is a red flag for buyers! Create Ambiance A house is basically a box four walls, a ceiling and a floor. It’s what we put on the inside that creates atmosphere and sets the mood, which is why staging is so vital. You want buyers to make an emotional connection with your home. The smells, the lighting, the flow of your home will impact how they feel. Instead of merely meeting a buyers expectations, why not blow them away! Make your home memorable with a few helpful tips: 1. Fresh flowers in a vase or a few potted plants strategically placed liven up a room instantly. 2. Turn on lights throughout your home, burn candles to add ambiance. Open curtains and blinds to allow as much natural light. 3. Bring the outdoors in, open windows to bring in fresh air. 4. Edit your furniture, less is more and put the rest in storage. Pull away from walls and create intimate seating areas. 5. Use toss pillows for added color, curtain panels for drama on win-
dows. Fresh linens on beds and turn them down, it’s more inviting. Think of your last hotel stay and how inviting the bed looked. 6. Lastly, clean until immaculate, even areas you don’t think they would look, because they will. Put Yourself in their Shoes The best advice I can offer a seller is to think like a buyer. The family that buys your home is buying a dream, buying a lifestyle. When they set foot in your home, they are chasing a feeling, looking for your home to feel like home. Julie Hite-Neilitz of HITE HOUSE Couture Your chic home decor store of downtown Kzoo. www.hite-house.com 210 S Kalamazoo Mall
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Page 2.............Home Décor: Home Staging Tips for Top Dollar Offers Page 3.............Gardening: Deliciously Beautiful Berry Plants Page 4.............Remember When: The Chocolate Shop Page 5.............How To Be The Best For Your Pet Page 6.............Book Reviews Page 7.............1950’s Cuffed Jeans Style How To Page 8.............Environment: Turning Plastic Waste Into Oil Page 9.............Mother/Daughter Adventure Series Page 10...........Recipes: Mint Condition Page 11...........The Dow Family Band Page 12...........Bookends - Design, Décor & More Page 13...........Mindful Parenting: Combat Cyberbullying Page 14...........Relaxation: Toy Xylophone for Stress Relief Page 15...........Health: How Much Exercise Do I Need: The Goldilocks Rule Page 16...........Non-Profit: Advocacy Services For Kids (ASK) Page 17...........Make Your Own Splash Pad Page 18 ..........Kairos Dwelling 10th Annual Benefit Golf Outing Page 18 ..........Golf Tips Page 19 ..........Celebrate the month of August Page 20..........Calendar of FREE Events
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Gardening to put in containers on your deck! You will love the amazingly delicious fruit, especially when it’s on the deck and easy to pick for topping your morning cereal!
There isn’t anything tastier than fresh-off-the-plant raspberries, blueberries and grapes! Many of you have gardens to grow delicious, fresh fruit and many of you only wish that you had room to put in fruiting plants. This summer, a brand-new line of berry plants has been introduced that grow beautifully in containers. Brazel Berries are compact fruiting plants that are pretty enough
Following are some of the delicious choices that are a cinch to grow: Brazel Berries Raspberry Shortcake Plants. These revolutionary, dwarf thorn less raspberries have a compact growth habit that thrives in patio pots or in your landscape. You’ll appreciate that there is no trellising or staking or big garden space required. Brazel Berry raspberry plants produce full-size, nutritious and super sweet raspberries midsummer. Brazel Berries Peach Sorbet, Jelly Bean and Blueberry Glaze Blueberry Plants. All three of these varieties fruit in mid-summer on 1-3 foot size plants.
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Deliciously Beautiful Berry Plants These compact blueberry plants are showstoppers with stunning leaves. Spring’s white, bell-shaped flowers will give way to an abundant summer crop of healthy, sweet blueberries mid-summer then showy foliage in the fall. Plants are a perfect for the landscape or patio containers.
Whether you are looking for something easy, something pretty, or something delicious, these plants hit the spot. Growing your own healthy fruit just got easier! Terrie Schwartz Wedel’s Nursery, Florist & Garden Center
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Make the most of the final month of summer. We all have grand plans before the beautiful Michigan summer weather hits. Whatever it is that you’ve dreamed of for yourself or your family – act on it now before the season changes.
Eat outside - Take a picnic lunch or dinner to the local park or playground. Serve a meal on your deck, patio or on a blanket in your yard. Dine out at a restaurant that offers outdoor seating,
Take a day trip - We’re so lucky to live in West Michigan where there are many great places to visit that are only an hour or two away. South Haven, Saugatuck/Douglas, Grand Haven, Holland, New Buffalo, Union Pier and Ann Arbor to name a few. Attend a local event – There is no shortage of events to attend this month, including Concerts in the Park, USTA Tennis Championships, Rib Fest, Island Fest, Scottish Fest, Delton Founder’s Day, Kalamazoo Salsa Cook-off, Lunchtime Live, Gazelle Sports Historic Walks, South Haven Blueberry Festival, Cruise-In’s at Gilmore Car Museum and Art Hop and many more.
Explore - Put on your best sneakers or hiking boots and get out into nature. There are so many beautiful sights and sounds, and no better way to unwind.
Visit with family & friends – Make the effort to get together with special people in your life – you will not only make their day, but yours as well.
Get moving – Dust off your bike, skateboard, rollerblades, etc. and enjoy taking in the sights from a different vantage point. I’m always amazed at all of the things that I notice when I’m on my bike, riding through the areas that I typically drive through in my car.
Whatever you were looking forward to doing this summer, be sure to get out and treat yourself and your family to the joys of the summer season! Jackie Merriam
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remember when “The Sweetest Place This Side of Heaven,” was The Chocolate Shop’s advertising slogan in the early days, and one it has been living up to for almost a century. The Chocolate Shop opened in downtown Kalamazoo and
gained a national reputation for their outstanding confectionary concoctions, house-made ice creams and secret recipe roasted nuts. Their candies are made with only the highest quality ingredients and made by real people, not machines. Some of the most coveted candies were the caramels, chocolate covered caramels, Creepers (turtles) and lace-like peanut brittle. Their sugar wafer mint patties were traditional at weddings and parties, and could be custom ordered to match any color scheme. They also produced many old-fashioned hard candies, including the popular Red Anise and Horehound drops, which were popular with seniors. Thick ice cream was sold by the cone or the package and made from the purest cream, freshest fruit and the highest quality ingredients. The tawny colored caramel ice cream was a local
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favorite. Life magazine even mentioned the Chocolate Shop ice cream in their September 1968 issue. Many locals remember their ice cream molded into a variety of shapes, including a frog or airplane for a young boy or ballet slipper or doll for young girls, along with other seasonal shapes. Ice cream baskets from The Chocolate Shop became a Kalamazoo tradition. The baskets were delivered to local hospitals 3 days a week to new mothers and patients that had been removed from dietary restrictions. They also gained national and international publicity for their nuts. The nuts are imported and then given their special treatment. The Virginia peanuts for example, were skinned by hand to avoid breakage, roasted in a secret preparation and sprinkled liberally with salt. The nuts are shipped all over the world and are unmatched for excellence.
The founders, Gus Senne and Frank Miller, opened The Chocolate Shop in 1917, which went on to become one of the best-known businesses in downtown Kalamazoo. Senne sold the business in 1959. It changed hands a few times before Al Heilman purchased the business in 1967. Heilman renamed the business in 1988, calling it Heilman’s Nuts & Confections. The business was operated at several different downtown Kalamazoo locations over the years, and also in Richland. In 1991, Heilman finally settled at 1804 South Westnedge, and it is still located there today. In the fall of 2006, Rose & Dan Herder took over the beloved Heilman’s Nuts & Confections, and have continued this tradition that began almost a century ago. Jackie Merriam
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how to be the best for your Pets Most people I know admit that their pet is the best one ever. The greatest dog, the sweetest cat, the smartest horse ... Do these furry friends deserve the best care possible? Of course! Here are six of the greatest gifts you can do for your amazing animal companions: 1. Annual Check-up: Plan an annual trip together to your preferred local veterinarian. Yearly exams ensure that all systems are working, as they should. 2. Be Hip and Get the Chip: Although some cats are strictly supposed to be house- cats and some small dogs are mostly indoors, the unfortunate happens, and they get
lost sometimes ... no matter how diligent we’ve been. With a microchip, this will make your search for your dog or cat much easier. Microchips increase your chances of a joyous reunion, as they can be easily scanned at any vet or shelter. 3. Indoor Cat and Leashed Dog: Cats who roam free and dogs that are off leash can encounter many problems that could harm or shorten their life span. Keeping them safe saves you both from heartache. 4. Balanced Meals: Although the human food pyramid isn’t appropriate for our companions, there are guidelines for nutrition based on size, age, and breed of your multi-legged friend. Following
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these can make your companion’s life not only longer, but also more fun to live. 5. Pet-Proof: Just as when small children come to my home and I remove all things glass from the living room, there are things we can do to make our homes safe for our cats and dogs. Keep all items that could be ingested either out of reach or behind lock and key. Ribbons and sewing notions can be a temptation to puppies and kittens or even playful adults, so try to clean them up as soon as you’re done using them. We’ve had a cat that can jump six feet straight up without a running start, so consider how high is high enough for your beloved pet.
6. Know Your Companion: Identify your cat’s daily routine, your dog’s eating practices, your feline’s litter habits, and your hound’s happiness. This knowledge allows you to see when an extra trip to the vet might be in order, or if perhaps the doggie ate your child’s toy instead of his food. The quicker you can provide assistance, the quicker your lives should be back to normal. A happy home is good for both you and your pets. May your home be happy in every way! By Kim Bourner KAR Friends June 2015 reprinted with permission from Kalamazoo Animal Rescue
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The top books published this month that librarians across the country love Kitchens of the Great Midwest
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“This novel is quirky and colorful. The story revolves around chef Eva Thorvald and the people who influence her life and her cooking. With well-drawn characters and mouthwatering descriptions of meals, Kitchens of the Great Midwest will appeal to readers who like vivid storytelling. Foodies will also enjoy this delicious tale.”
“Hannah Martin has just moved back to LA after ending a relationship. Her best friend, Gabby, takes her out to a bar on her first night home. Enter Ethan, the One Who Got Away, and suddenly, Hannah has to decide if she’ll leave with Ethan or Gabby. We follow Hannah after choosing both options, alternating chapters to explore the consequences of each. A must for anyone who loves a hankie with their books!”
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“Crooked Heart is a rewarding, addictive read. Orphaned ten-year-old bookworm Noel, sent away to rural St. Albans, finds himself under the reluctant guardianship of Vee, aka Mrs. Vera Sledge. Amidst a chaotic background of bombings and uncertain futures, Vee and Noel gradually form a powerful bond. I recommend this darkly humorous, honest, and complex story. It is book club heaven.”
“I couldn’t stop reading this fascinating portrayal of Beryl Markham, a complex and strongwilled woman who fought to make her way in the world on her terms. McLain paints a captivating portrait of Africa in the 1920s and the life of expats making their home there. Highly, highly recommended.”
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Janet Schneider, Oceanside Library, Oceanside, NY
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Halle Eisenman, Beaufort County Library, Hilton Head, SC
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Vintage 1950’s cuffed jeans
A trend that is sweeping fashion everywhere right now is the triumphant return of cuffed or rolled-up jeans. This a fashion statement that originated during the 1950s with the onset of rock ‘n’ roll, Elvis Presley, and the appearance of the “Greasers” such as James Dean. Whether you are looking at Vogue magazine or following style blogs, it seems rolledup jeans are on everyone this
season, making a retro comeback by the masses.
-Lace up classic oxfords -Accessorize with a Fedora hat
For the Guys: A popular style of jean men are wearing these days are the “skinny” jean. These skinny jeans are being rolled up and cuffed around the world too.
To release your inner bad boy, start by slicking back your hair or getting it cut into a pompadour style and by selecting a baggier jean, such as a “boot cut” or “relaxed fit” style and pairing it with a leather vintage leather motorcycle jacket and boots.
Here’s how to create a casual look with rolled up jeans: -Cuffed skinny jeans -White tee shirt - either a ribbed tank top or a soft cotton short sleeve -Cotton or flannel plaid shirt worn open over the tee -Slip on loafers or “boat shoes” -Accessorize with 50s-inspired aviator sunglasses and a trendy “man-bag” such as a duffel
For the gals: Another popular jean that looks smashing with the ‘50s throwback style is the “boyfriend” jean. For a perfect weekend outfit or casual look that is reminiscent of the female version of the “Greaser” pair your cuffed jeans with:
During the 1950’s, men were always wearing sports coats and ties. You can also dress up your rolled up jeans for a more “professional” type look that would also be ideal to wear for a special evening out. Accomplish this style by putting these items together: -Cuffed “slim fit” jeans -Button-down-the-front starched solid color shirt -Black, navy, or khaki colored sports coat -Geometric print tie or bow tie
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-Embellished tee that adds beading or other eye catching applique -A women’s vintage motorcycle leather jacket -50s-inspired ballet flat slip on shoes -Chandelier earrings -A vintage-inspired clutch purse or wristlet Another popular way to roll up your jeans for an instant 1950s look for the girls is to dress in a “Rockabilly” style. You can achieve this by selecting a pair of high-
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To top off the Rockabilly look, don’t forget to style your hair in a rockabilly style. You can do that by using the tips located on Pinterest or YouTube as well as create a vintage cat eye with your favorite eyeliner. By utilizing these few tips, you will be able to pull together an instant 1950’s inspired look while catching the eyes of anyone who is into a current and very trendy style. Mrs. Janice Glasser is an expert in Vintage clothing and styling. Follow her on Facebook at www.facebook. com/TheVintageStylist. For 15 years she has partnered with her mother in operating The Clothing Connection Consignment Boutique in Kalamazoo.
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Environment In school we were taught that plastic was made out of oil, and many of us wondered why plastic waste in the environment was such a problem. Can’t we just turn it back into oil? Some of us asked this question and received the answer that it was just impossible. No longer! Here’s how it works: when plastic is heated it releases vapors. The vapors are then trapped in a system of pipes
and water chambers. The vapor condenses into crude oil. There is a large plant in Washington D.C. that is testing this process, but the more remarkable development is that a Japanese inventor, Akinori Ito, has created a consumer-friendly version. His machine can turn two pounds of plastic into a quart of oil using only one kilowatt-hour of energy! The crude oil can be used in many different products, including generators, and the crude oil can be further refined into gasoline.
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Ito is selling this device through his business, Blest Corp., but the system currently costs about $10,000. Ito hopes to bring the cost down as demand rises. The drawback? Well, burning the crude oil still produces greenhouse gases, but it has the potential to take virtually all plastic waste out of landfills. This technology could revolutionize the way we take care of our garbage. Judy Smith High School Student Galesburg-Augusta/KAMSC
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In Search of our Super-Powers A Mother and Daughter Adventure Series tions as everyone reflected on how fast time passes and how quickly children grow.
Modern Family Reunions Ellen: I have clear memories of childhood summer vacations: swimming with cousins, playing at the farm with my sister, picking blueberries, reading in the hammock and, best of all, the family reunions. Reunions were long, weekend affairs, either at a campground around smoky fires or at a park gathered about picnic tables. There was the initial fear of remembering everyone’s name, the fun of reconnecting with far-away cousins, and then the day-end conversa-
As we “children” grow older the reunions become less frequent. Summer jobs, travel, sports, and grown-up lives make it harder to find three days during which to gather. However, as the distances between us grow longer, our ingenuity grows, too. On this particular evening I grab my iphone and open my messaging services while balancing my computer on my knees. Connected by the super power of wifi and cell phone cameras, I’m getting ready to join one of my family’s modern reunions. Jane: A large portion of the family is gathered on a sunny summer evening at Frederik Meijer Garden for the 2015 Governor’s Service Awards. My mother-in-law, Lorraine Knuth, has been nominated for the Governor George Romney Lifetime Achievement Award for her lifelong dedication to community volunteering. Some of the things she has done
in her 89 years are: 4-H, Meals on Wheels, Loaves and Fishes, Red Cross blood drives, mentoring at-risk students, the Allegan Historical Society, Allegan General Hospital, and Bronson Hospital. And there is all the stuff she does at church, too. Lorraine is baffled by the attention, nervous about meeting Governor Snyder, and thrilled to have so many family and friends sitting in the rows of seats around her.
gan, too. Friends in Texas and Kalamazoo are sharing the joy, as are cousins in every part of the country. Family reunions are the best! By Jane & Ellen Knuth
The announcement of the winner is broadcast over the sound system and Lorraine is wide-eyed in astonishment at hearing her name. The entire room stands to cheer her on as she makes her way up the ramp to the stage! Oh, how I wish Ellen could have been here to see this! But then, her sister hands me a phone and I see the texts, videos, and photos flying back and forth. Not only is Ellen watching and cheering in Detroit, but my brother-in-law in California, relatives in Oregon, Holland, and East Port, Michi-
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Recipes Mint condition
One of the many wonderful things that we can enjoy fresh from the garden, especially on a hot summer day, is marvelous mint! Mint is a large plant family with well over 30 species that, since they like to interbreed, continue to create more and more varieties.
In cooking, mint is appreciated for its pleasing breath-freshening abilities and also for its abilities as a relaxant. Consuming mint helps release tension from the digestive tract, making this marvelously scented herb an excellent choice when you are looking to create a meal that exudes a calm, peaceful and relaxing experience.
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Some newer varieties worth growing are chocolate mint, which tastes great in desserts and drinks, lemon mint or apple mint, which makes marvelous teas, and pineapple mint, which is super in salads and general cooking and regular garden mint is perfect for perking up artichokes, carrots, corn, eggplant, peas, potatoes and white or black beans.
1-pint mint chocolate chip ice cream 8 ounces frozen non-dairy whipped topping, thawed 1 ounce Cream de Menthe liquor 1 chocolate graham cracker piecrust Remove ice cream from freezer and let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes. In the large bowl of an electric mixer, using the whisk attachment, blend ice cream until smooth. Add whipped top-
When cooking with mint, be sure to always pick the youngest leaves off the top of the mint plant and add mint at the very end of the cooking process to preserve its minty flavor. Here now are some marvelous ways to find yourself in mint condition - ENJOY! Lauren Kurella
ping then the liquor. Pour filling into piecrust and freeze until set. Cover with plastic wrap and freeze 6 hours or until firm. Place pie in refrigerator 30 minutes before serving to soften. Approximate servings per recipe: 8 Nutrition per serving: Calories 340; Fat 17g; Carbohydrates 40g; Fiber 1g; Sugar 15g; Protein 6g.
Minted Artichoke Hearts 10 baby artichokes 1 fresh lemon, juice of 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium clove garlic, minced 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint Coarse sea salt and freshly ground pepper Using a sharp paring knife, peel each artichoke stem; leaving core intact then cut off top half of each artichoke, leaving the bottom attached to the stem. As you trim them, place them in a medium bowl and squeeze lemon juice over them to prevent browning. Transfer artichokes to a medium non-reactive saucepan. Add enough cold water to
cover artichokes by 1 inch. Using a small heatproof plate, weigh down the artichokes to keep them submerged. Bring to a simmer over high heat. Reduce heat to low, and simmer artichokes until fork-tender, about 10 minutes. Drain. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and mint. Cook, stirring occasionally for 1 minute, add artichokes and season with salt and pepper. To serve, stand each choke on end, pour sauce over and serve immediately. Approximate servings per recipe: 2. Nutrition per serving: Calories 376; Fat 27g; Carbohydrates 57g; Fiber 27g; Sugar 0.38g; Protein 17g.
Authentic Cuban Mojito 1 teaspoon powdered sugar Juice from 1 lime 4 mint leaves 1 sprig of mint 2 ounces Havana Club white Rum Crushed ice 2 ounces club soda Place the mint leaves into a long mojito glass (a “Collins” glass) and squeeze the juice from a cut lime over it. Add the powdered sugar then gently
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smash the mint into the lime juice and sugar with a muddler or the back of a fork or spoon. Add crushed ice then add the rum and stir. Top off with club soda. Garnish with a mint sprig. Approximate servings per recipe: 1. Nutrition per serving: Calories 140; Fat 0g; Carbohydrates 13g; Fiber 0.2g; Sugar 9.5g; Protein 0.2g. Recipes and photos By Laura Kurella, for more tasty recipes visit laurakurella.com
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the dow family band On a rainy afternoon in June, I was welcomed into the Dow Family’s living room and treated to an Irish Celtic music concert that I will never forget. The Dow Family musical group consists of a father and his four beautiful and talented daughters. I heard about the group while inquiring about the upcoming events at Boatyard Brewing for this papers monthly calendar of free events. When Dan Gilligan came to this group while discussing the upcoming line-up, he described them as “jaw dropping” and told me that they had played for free a few weeks ago. He also mentioned that he was so impressed, he hired them to play some future gigs. His description piqued my interest and I was drawn to find out more. When I contacted Douglas Dow, the father of the group and of the girls, he invited me to come to their house for the interview. When arriving at their home, I had no idea what to expect, and was quickly in awe, when I was treated to an impromptu concert performed especially for me in their living room, surrounded by
oodles of instruments - some that I didn’t even recognize. When I asked how many instruments they owned, they all shrugged, debated and jokingly decided that the only instruments they don’t have are a tuba and a French horn.
play. In fact, they each play other instruments in their school bands. Douglas plays the guitar and the mandolin. Pamela, wife and mother, enjoys hearing the music her family makes, but doesn’t play herself.
The family has been making music together since 2010. The girls were given piano lessons and played ukuleles as young girls, and then began expressing an interest in a variety of different musical instruments. The youngest girls are twins, Mary and Sherry, who have just turned 12. They play the button accordion and the dulcimer respectively. Sandra is 14 and she plays the fiddle and mandolin. Allison, age 15, plays the harp and various whistles, including the tin whistle. This just scratches the surface of the instruments they know how to
Douglas started out playing rock and roll music on his guitar in his younger years. The family began playing Christmas songs and pop music before landing on Irish Celtic Music, which Douglas chose because it’s very wholesome. The Dow Family has over 70 songs in their repertoire, including, Drowsy Maggie, The Kesh, Rakes of Mallow, Cooley’s Reel, Danny Boy, Scarborough Fair, Greensleeves, Morrison’s Jig and even Ashokan Farwell, which happens to be one of my favorites.
This unusually talented family of musicians is a fairly typical family. The girls are involved in extracurricular activities like little league and marching band, and love to swim in their pool. The family enjoys taking a road trip for a few weeks each summer to see the country. Being self-employed, Douglas is fortunate to have the time to play music with his girl’s everyday and encourage them to learn and challenge themselves with their music, including writing their own melodies. The Dow Family has only recently begun playing in public and sharing their music in our community. The girls are thrilled about being paid to perform, and Douglas is as proud of his girls as any dad could be. See the Dow Family future performances at Boatyard Brewing from 6:30-9pm on Saturday, November 7th and Friday December 18th. Feel free to contact Douglas Dow at 349-8542. Jackie Merriam
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The displays are really creative – showcasing recycling items that you may already have tucked away at home. As Digon says, “If shoppers walk away with a new idea, they are happy to have provided that to them. Reusing items is a great way to save money and save the environment at the same time.”
It’s always interesting to hear the background stories behind new businesses. Usually the idea has been stewing for a long time, or in the case of Barb Digon and Barb Walker, the owners of Bookends, the idea has been stewing over a long friendship.
Bookends is an amazing little shop full of great treasures and decorating ideas to liven up your home.
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They began their business adventure with a booth at a local Antique Mall, but quickly outgrew their space. Digon, a longtime Parchment resident, noticed that Sign Crafters had some extra space, and the two of them approached the owner, Bob Cox, about renting space in the back of his building for storage. It wasn’t long before they were selling out of this storage space and began holding outdoor sales on weekends. When Digon retired a few years later, they again approached Cox about expanding their space and opening a retail location. He agreed, and the pair began the remodel project - doing much of the work themselves. In Novem-
ber 2013, Bookends became a reality. Walker & Digon are enjoying their consignment adventure and divide the business duties based on their interests and expertise. Digon is retired and able to man the store on a daily basis, while Walker handles the marketing, website and social media. The two of them along with creative designer, Alexis Kniss, repurpose furniture and stage (display) the items creatively. Both owners are actively involved in working with local realtors, attorneys and estate companies to help with estate sales and clearing out the contents of homes. Many items are then donated to local charities, while other items are sold on consignment in their store. “When there is a death in a family and the relatives live out of state, we are able step in and assist them, says Walker. Three times a year, they coordinate an outdoor flea market, with many vendors, including a food vendor. Be sure to attend their next Fall-Flea-for-All coming up on September 12th from 9am4pm. If you are interested in being a vendor,
there’s still time to sign up. Visit Bookends at 101 Riverview Drive (In the Sign Crafters building) in Parchment, Tuesday-Friday 10am-6pm or Saturday from 10am-3pm. They can be reached by phone at (269) 998-0988. See them on Facebook at: facebook. com/thebarbsbookends, or on Etsy at: etsy.com/shop/TheBarbsBookends. Jackie Merriam
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mindful parenting
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Combat Cyberbullying
Children, especially teens, are on-line and on social media more than ever before. Not only are more children able to access on-line media, but they are also spending more time on-line, and anywhere that kids hang out, bullying can and does occur.
Bullying happens when kids act in aggressive or threatening ways to other kids or exclude them on purpose and it usually involves repeated incidents.
Cyberbullying is when kids bully each other through the internet or other technologies. This type of bullying can be especially harmful because offensive or embarrassing remarks, videos and pictures can be spread with a few clicks and anonymously. Here are a few facts about cyberbullying assembled by Dosomething.org. (2014). • Nearly 43% of kids have been bullied online. 1 in 4 has had it happen more than once. • 68% of teens agree that cyber bullying is a serious problem. • 81% of young people think bullying online is easier to get away with than bullying in person. • Girls are about twice as likely as boys to be victims and perpetrators of cyber bullying.
There are things parents and children can do to protect against cyberbullying according to Stopbullying.gov. • Talk with your children about cyberbullying. • Demonstrate how to be safe on-line by showing kids what sites are ok and for what purposes the internet can be used for. • Tell your kids not to share their passwords with friends. • Establish rules about technology use. • Encourage kids to think about who will see the information they post on-line. Not only can kids post content that could be embarrassing to themselves, they can also unintentionally post content that can embarrass others and
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contribute to cyberbullying. • Monitor the technology your kids use. This means asking for your kid’s passwords and looking at your kid’s activities on-line (on the computer and other places like their phones, tablets, gaming consoles and other devices). For older teens, you may have to strike a balance. Check in once and a while, but don’t scrutinize every interaction. Treat on-line life like regular life, with certain rules and boundaries but freedom within those parameters. • Have other trusted adults “friend” or “follow” you kids online. • Encourage your kids to tell you if they or someone else experiences cyberbullying.
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• If your child is being cyberbullied, Stopbullying.gov also has tips listing things you can help them do about it. • Bullies are looking for a reaction from their target. It is best NOT to respond or forward the offensive messages. • Document the instances of cyberbullying. Save and print screen shots, e-mails or texts. • Block the cyberbullying offender. • Report the cyberbully. In the past, there has been little recourse for victims of cyberbullying. However, due to new anti-bullying policies and laws, you may be able to seek help from on-line service providers, your child’s school, or even law enforcement. Kids are growing up in a rapidly changing world. Parents might not be up to date on all of the latest technology, but children still need their guidance to navigate in this world, including on-line. Talking with kids about bullying and teaching them about kindness are lessons that will help them through out their lives. Hilary Snyder, M.A., L.L.P. is a psychologist trained in family therapy who practices in Kalamazoo.
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relaxation I used to play the flute and piccolo. I started in 6th grade and continued through to graduation with the school band- I even played a little on my own in my college days. Over the years, with the demands of raising a family, building a business, and everyday stress that goes along with life, playing music didn’t seek like it should be a priority. It wasn’t until one day- playing with my toddlerI realized how wrong I had been. We were sitting on the floor and my daughter brought over her little Xylophone. She started banging away at the toy, then handed me the wand and said “munis” (meaning music in her world). So I started to play: ‘Twinkle Twinkle Little Star’, ‘Mary Had a Little Lamb’, ‘Joy to the World’, anything I could think of. We sat there for twenty minutes- a lifetime for 18-month oldjust playing and re-playing songs. It was the most relaxed I’d felt in months. All from a toy Xylophone. So I started doing research.
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Toy Xylophone for Stress Relief
I found out musicespecially making music yourself- helps to turn off your body’s stress response.
When you are stressed the brain flips a switch and tells every cell in your body to start producing cortisol (the stress hormone). When you play music, the switch is turned off making you feel more relaxed. And here’s the best part: it doesn’t matter if it sounds good or not, the simple fact that you are making noise is enough to make your body respond. Sounds good right! Whether it is an instrument you found in your child’s playroom, or an instrument of your own- sounding like Mozart or not- get making music and relieve some stress in your life. Now where did I put that flute case? Rebecca Byron; LMT, CAOBT Owner of Water’s Edge Day Spa
“Reduce the stress levels in your life through relaxation techniques like meditation, deep breathing, and exercise. You’ll look and feel way better for it.” -Suzanne Somers
August 2015
health
Ever wonder about how much exercise you should be getting, whether you’re doing too much or too little? The first attempt to answer this question was published in 2008 by the Department of Health and Human Services. Its recommendation stated that some exercise is better than none. Kind of a no-brainer there. It goes on to say that for “substantial results” an adult should participate in 150 minutes of moderate exercise per week or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity per week. The guidelines go on to say that additional health benefits will accrue when higher doses of physical activity are added beyond the recommended amount.
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HOW MUCH EXERCISE DO I NEED: THE GOLDILOCKS RULE
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Helpful? Certainly. But more detail and guidance would have been beneficial. Well, more detail is here and it’s very current. In an April 2015 study published by the JAMA Archives of Internal Medicine, there is more information on “finding the sweet spot.” The study followed over 660,000 men and women over a 14 year period. Researchers found that those who exercised moderately for 150 minutes per week were 31% less likely to die than those who did not exercise. But those who participated in moderate exercise for 450 per week were 39% less likely to die than those who did not exercise.
Furthermore, the researchers looked at those that moderately exercised 1500 minutes per week (that’s 10 times the recommended amount of time) and found that there was no health risk due to more rigorous physical activity. The researchers concluded that meeting the recommended amount of 150 per week provided almost the maximum longevity benefit. Often people think that you have to go to a gym to exercise. Well, the good news is that you probably exercise more than you think you do. Here are some examples of moderate exercise: gardening, walking pets, carrying or moving household loads less than 44 pounds, brisk walking, or any household chore than perceptibly elevates the heart rate for more than 10 minutes. (Doing bicep curls with the TV remote doesn’t count. Sorry.) Examples of vigorous exercise are: fast swimming, running, aerobics, carrying or moving heavy loads more than 44 pounds, brisk walking or climbing, or anything that causes
rapid breathing for more than 10 minutes. So what’s the take-away?
The Goldilocks rule seems to be that the standard of 150 minutes of moderate exercise/75 minutes of vigorous exercise yields the most benefit for time spent, although there is certainly no harm if you want to do more. Choose your physical activity according to your preferences and physical abilities. Bear in mind, though, that vigorous exercise is more time efficient and you’re more likely to keep exercising if you do something that you really enjoy.
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non-Profit Advocacy Services for Kids
If you are a parent or caregiver to a child with mood, behavioral and emotional disorders…there is assistance for you. Advocacy Services for Kids (ASK) can help you advocate effectively and find services you need for your child and your family. ASK is a non-profit (501c3) organization dedicated to supporting families and improving the system of care for children’s mental health. Through collaboration with families and community
partners, they hope to guide this system toward becoming more family-driven, youth-guided, and culturally competent. Many of the staff at ASK have first hand experience in raising children with mood, behavioral and emotional disorders, and know the challenges faced by the children & their families. They believe that the best support comes from someone who can personally relate to the obstacles, frustrations, joys and celebrations
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that go along with raising children with mental health issues. ASK’s vision is that parents will be respected and valued as competent advocates in the care of their children. They hope to achieve that by providing families/ caregivers with the knowledge and confidence to plan and advocate for their child. They believe parents are their child’s best advocate, knowing their child better than anyone else. It is their goal to provide families with tools necessary to advocate for their child’s needs, have their own supports and resources within the community, and eventually to assist other families in the community by providing a voice for making positive changes to our mental health system of care.
ASK also offers ongoing programs, speakers and trainings that benefit the child, parents/caregivers, siblings and even relatives. For more information about ASK, to access their services or donate, please contact ASK directly at 343-5896, stop in at 216 Balch Street in Kalamazoo or visit their website at askforkids.org. Raising kids can be tough. If you need help, just ASK!
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Day trip
Make a splash pad this summer and the children in your life are sure to enjoy hours of fun right in the backyard. It’s an easy, inexpensive and creative way to cool off during the hot days of summer. First you’ll need to find a good size tarp – many people have them hanging around in their garage, or I’m sure a neighbor would be happy to loan you theirs.
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Make your own splash pad
Next, dig through your garage again and locate a sprinkler. If you don’t have a sprinkler, borrow one. Garage sales are also great places to pick up used sprinklers for only a buck or two. Set the sprinkler up on the tarp.
with in the water. Be sure to include the kids in this step. Some examples to get your creative juices flowing are: wading pool, slide, water wheel, water table, buckets, squirt guns and so on.
You’re now ready for the fun and creative part. Look through your toys and grab whatever you come across that would be fun to play
Drumroll please…turn the sprinkler on and see the
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excitement on the children’s faces and hear their squeals of joy. Invite other children to join in the fun. Jackie Merriam
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Eliminate those high scores by taking “more trouble” out of play.
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golf tips
It’s very common during a round of golf that at some point you will hit a shot in some trees or other trouble – and now you have a decision to make. You can play it safe and just hit your ball back into the fairway and play for a bogey – or you can try to pull off that “miracle shot” and hit your ball through the trees or over some water and on the green. Most of the time your best bet is to play it safe – take your medicine (and your bogey) and move on. Because in the overall scheme of things – especially your scorecard – scoring a bogey is a lot bet-
ter than trying to hit that “miracle shot” and not pulling it off - getting into more trouble and ending up shooting a 7 or 8 or worse on the hole. Remember, “a bogey is 90% par” – and sometimes that isn’t all bad. But when you do shoot a high score on a hole (which every golfer does – some more than others) – you have to learn to let it go and not dwell on it and let it affect how you play your remaining holes. If you want to become a better golfer, you need to learn to put a bad hole behind you. Remember what the little golf-
kairos Dwelling
Kairos Dwelling does not receive funding or reimbursement from government agencies, hospice organizations, hospitals or insurance. Complimentary care for our guests and their families is made possible primarily by donations from people in our community, fund-raising events, memorial gifts, and occasional foundation grants.
The small staff and over 70 volunteers at Kairos Dwelling provide housing, food, compassionate care, and emotional support for terminally ill guests, at no expense to them or their families. Kairos
is a joyful, loving place, a place for families to share their pain and grief and to say their goodbyes in a homelike environment. They are able to do this through their caring partnership with hospice organizations in the area. One of the families they served describes Kairos best in a thank you note to them, which says, “The care at Kairos was compassionate and caring, but not intrusive. We ate with the volunteers and became part of their all-encompassing family. And there was laughter. We learned that death is
ing guy says: “The secret to saving your round after a bad hole, if you think about it.... is not to think about it.” By Kurt Pugh. For more great golf tips visit his new website at kissyouryipsgoodbye.com.
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a part of life, and that the dying process can be a positive occurrence. We celebrated as well.”
Kairos Dwelling is the only “home” in Southwest Michigan that provides care to the terminally ill and their families free of charge. Over the past 15 years they have cared for over 1,000 terminally ill people in our community, and have relied on the golf outing to assist with the operating expenses.
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You can participate in the golf outing in many ways, golfing costs $125 per person and includes,
lunch, strolling dinner and auction, or attend the strolling dinner and auction only for just $30. Corporate sponsorships and tee signs are also available. Please contact Sue or Ann with any questions or to support the event at 381-3688. Kairos Dwelling is located at 2945 Gull Road in Kalamazoo. For more information please call them directly, or visit their website at kairosdwelling.com. By Jackie Merriam
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History: In the original Roman calendar the month of August was called Sextilis. This was because it was the sixth month of the year. Later, after January and February were added to the calendar, it became the eighth month of the year. At the time the month -It is the last of the summer months. had 29 days. When Julius Caesar created the Julian calendar in 45 BC, two days were -The Islamic holiday of Ramadan runs from July 19 to August 18 in 2012. added giving the month 31 days. The month was later renamed Augustus in honor of -August in the Northern Hemisphere is similar to February in the Southern Hemisphere. the first emperor of Rome, Caesar Augustus. -Augustus renamed the month of Sextilis because many of his greatest triumphs occurred
Fun Facts about August
during this month. -August is a month of summer vacation and holiday for many children around the world. -Many cultures call this month the harvest month or the time of harvest.
Symbols of August Birthstone: Agate or onyx Flower: Gladiolus or poppy Zodiac signs: Leo and Virgo
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free August Events Through August 30 Evidence Found: Explorations In Archaeology Learn the real science and methodology Of archaeology in this new visual and Hands on exhibit. Kalamazoo Valley Museum 373-7990 Through September 20 TINKERTOY: Build Your Imagination™ Giant replicas of the classic TINKERTOY Construction set provide the framework for fun and educational activities Kalamazoo Valley Museum 373-7990 August 1,4,6,8,11,13,15,18, 20,22,25,27,29 Kalamazoo Farmers Market 1204 Bank St. 7am-2pm 337-8899 August 1,8,15,22,29 Washington Square Open Air Farmers Market 7am-2pm 337-8899 August 1,8,15,22,29 Texas Township Farmers Market 7110 West “Q” Ave. 8am – Noon 375-4670 August 1,8,15,22,29 Otsego Farmers Market 135 E. Allegan St. 8am-2pm 355-8865 August 1,8,15,22,29 Music: BenJammin and Analisa Educational entertainers & Kids breakfast Old Dog Tavern 10 – 11am 381-5677 August 1 Kalamazoo Salsa Cook-Off Downtown Kalamazoo See info. booth in Mall Plaza 11am -2pm 978-2167 August 1 First Saturday Stories, activities, guests & prizes Kalamazoo Public Library Central Branch 2-3:30pm 342-9837 August 1,8,15,22,29 Music: The Duffield/Carron Project Soulful piano and sultry songstress Old Dog Tavern 5-8pm 381-5677 August 2 Concerts in Bronson Park Yolanda Lavender Rain Site: First United Methodist Church 4pm 342-5059 August 2,9,16,23,30 Bell’s Eccentric Café Sunday Team Trivia Doors open at 5pm Trivia 6pm – 8pm 382-2332 August 2,9,16,23,30 Blues Jams Old Dog Tavern 6-9pm 381-5677 August 3,10,17,24,31 Monday Night Cruz-Ins
Dean’s Ice Cream in Plainwell 5-8pm (weather permitting) 685-6641 August 5 Moving Marvels: Get your move on with cars, airplanes… Kalamazoo Valley Museum 1-4pm 373-7990 August 5,12,19,26 Richland Farmers’ Market Behind Gull Lake Middle School 3-6pm richlandfarmersmarket@gmail.com August 5,12,19,26 100-Mile Farmers’ Market Kalamazoo People’s Food Co-op 3-7pm 342-5686 August 5,12,19,26 Wednesday night Cruise-Ins Gilmore Car Museum 5-8pm 671-5089 August 5,12,19,26 Gun Lake Live Summer Music Series Bay Pointe Inn – Lakefront Pavilion 6-10pm (888) 486-5253 August 5 Music: Whisky Before Breakfast O’Duffy’s Pub 8-10pm 344-5666 August 6-9 National Blueberry Festival Downtown South Haven 637-5252 August 6 Gazelle Sports Historic Walks West Main Historic District Meet at Monroe St. & Grand Ave. 6:30pm 342-5966 August 6,13,20,27 Live Music Thursdays Old Dog Tavern 9pm 381-5677 August 7,14,21,28 Lunchtime Live Live music, food trucks, vendors & more! 11:30am – 1:30pm 337-8191 August 7 Junior Tennis Clinic Stowe Stadium-Kal. College 5-6pm 337-7343 August 7 Art Hop Downtown Kalamazoo & In Park Trades Center 5-8pm 342-5059 August 7 Art Hop Ice Cream Social W. MIchigan Glass Art Ctr. 5-9pm 552-9802 August 7 Music: Steve Tesch, Guitar soloist Boatyard Brewing Co. 7-10pm 226-0300 August 8 Summer’s Winding Down Event Expanded outdoor area with many additional vendors Village Antiques In Richland 10am – 6pm 203-7127
August 9 Concerts in Bronson Park Keith Hall’s Homecookin Rain site: First United Methodist Church 4pm 342-5059 August 11 ARTBreak:Through the Lens of L.H. Bailey Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Noon 349-7775 August 12 Music: Carrie McFerrin O’Duffy’s Pub 8-10pm 344-5666
August 20 Music: Megan Dooley O’Duffy’s Pub 8-10pm 344-5666 August 21 Music: Moxieville Classic rock, blues, original music Boatyard Brewing Co. 8-10pm 226-0300 August 22 Joe Wang & The Test Pilots Boatyard Brewing Co. 8-10pm 226-0300
August 13 Music: Tom Duffield O’Duffy’s Pub 8-10pm 344-5666
August 23 Concerts in Bronson Park U.S. Navy Band Cruiser Rain site: First United Methodist Church 4pm 342-5059
August 14 Gazelle Sports Historic Walks Preservation in Kalamazoo Meet at Gazelle Sports 8am 342-5996
August 23 Lakeside Concert Kellogg Manor House Concert 3-5pm, Tours 4:30-6pm 671-2160
August 14 Music: Moxieville Classic rock, blues, original music Boatyard Brewing Co. 8-10pm 226-0300
August 25 ARTBreak: Film: Richard Mayhew Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Noon 349-7775
August 15 Oshtemo Fun Day Flesher Field 8am-4pm 373-3443 August 15 Free Vision Screening Lions of MI Project Kidsight, ages 1-100 Flesher Field, Oshtemo 10am-4pm 434-6356 August 15 Free Vision Screening, ages 1-17 Lions of MI Foundation, Project Kidsight Hiemstra Optical, Romence Rd., Portage 9am-2pm 434-6356 August 15 Music: The Pine Lunch Bluegrass/country Boatyard Brewing Co. 7-9pm 226-0300 August 16 Concerts in Bronson Park Schlitz Creek Rain Site: First United Methodist Church 4pm 342-5059 August 17 Celebrating these Anniversaries: Social Security 80 years & Medicare/Medicaid 50 years Senior Services Coover Center 1:15-2:45 382-0515 August 18 ARTBreak: Film: Against The Odds Kalamazoo Institute of Art Noon 349-7775 August 19 Music: Out of Favor Boys O’Duffy’s Pub 8-10pm 344-5666
August 26 Music: Joe Wang and The Test Pilots 8-10pm O’Duffy’s Pub August 27 Thursdays in the Park Bronson Park Jazz Series Herlin Riley Quintet 6-8pm 382-7774 August 27 Gazelle Sports Historic Walks Mountain Home Cemetery Meet there, W. Main St. 6:30pm 342-5996 August 27 Music: Bog Road O’Duffy’s Pub 8-10pm 344-5666 August 28 Gazelle Sports Historic Walks Westnedge Hill Neighborhood Meet at Inkster & S. Westnedge Ave., west side 8am 342-5996 August 28 Music: Robert Rolfe Fedderset Original rock music Boatyard Brewing Co. 7:30 - 9:30pm 226-0300 August 29 Music: Robert Rolfe Fedderset Original rock music Boatyard Brewing Co. 7:30 - 9:30pm 226-0300