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Honorable Service Anthem veterans getting ready to jet to D.C. By Octavio Serrano
Merrill Gardens residents Myron Carstensen and James Gaines are taking a bittersweet-yet-memorable trip in April. The two veterans are flying to Washington, D.C., as part of Honor Flight, a nonprofit dedicated to transporting World War II and Korean War veterans to see war memorials at no cost to them. “I’m proud of going and hopefully I will represent a lot of veterans here,” says Carstensen, 87. Carstensen was born in Minnesota and joined the Army in 1953, roughly four years out of high school and just at the end of the Korean War. He become an electrical engineer for the military. “I was trained to be a fire control repairman, which meant I repaired the radar systems,” Carstensen says. “I had taken a correspondence course in radio and television and I got a lot of basic electronics training. I think it motivated me to go on and become and electrical engineer.” Carstensen says he remembers the public’s mixed attitude toward veterans. He, however, always had positive experiences. “I’d come home on leave and I had 120 miles to Minneapolis to get home. I would hitchhike, and I always got rides,” Carstensen says. Carstensen says the Honor Flight invitation conjured images of his time in the Army. He has been thinking of people he formerly knew, and topics that normally do not cross his mind. “I always go back to the time when we went out to the field and one of the boys who was working with me, pointed his finger at this tube and a spark came out and he passed out,” Carstensen says. “I flipped him over to give him artificial respiration and he woke up, but he scared me for a minute there.” When asked what he is most proud of, Carstensen gave an answer that wasn’t necessarily expected: his family. “I spent time with my children but not enough,” Carstensen says. Carstensen remembers going camping with his family and enjoying hunting and fishing. Even at 87, Carstensen is still active and outgoing. Merrill Gardens’ community relations director, Martha Copeland, says Carstensen is “very independent and definitely a friend to all in the community.” Carstensen
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participates in Merrill Gardens’ excursions and activities like visits to Barrett-Jackson and the Irish Cultural Center. “He is definitely living his best life here,” Copeland says. When referring to his fellow veteran, Gaines, Carstensen says, “I’m proud of James and of what he did.” The New Jersey-born Gaines joined the Navy at 17 after schooling in New York. He served during World War II, but didn’t see combat because he worked on planes. “I went through great lengths in my initial training as a seaman,” Gaines says. He was trained for roughly nine months to be an aviation machinist. “I got the chance to work on the engines at the time. We tore it down and rebuilt it,” Gaines says. For troublesome times like WWII, Gaines says he wasn’t afraid of the military. “When you are that young, you think you are invincible,” Gaines says. His foremost Naval memory is a humorous, yet logical, one. “The Navy had very good cooks and the food was excellent,” he says. After the Navy, Gaines had trouble finding a job because he was discriminated against for being black. “They wouldn’t hire me as a mechanic at any of the airlines,” Gaines says. Left with limited options, Gaines took the civil service exam and passed with flying colors. He became a New York policeman, but when he sought to become a lieutenant, he had to take the test numerous times. He says he believes it was due to discrimination. He eventually became a lieutenant in the mid-1960s. “They kept giving me tests,” Gaines says. “I scored high on all the tests and the lieutenant kept saying it was not fair for African-Americans to take that test so he kept throwing it out. I took four tests.” Family is important to Gaines as well. His daughter, Laura Ellis, says he enjoyed reading to her when she was younger. “He loved to read, and he was always trying to get us to read different books,” Ellis says. Gaines particularly enjoyed Stephen King novels, but he now suffers from a
James Gaines and Myron Carstensen share military stories. (Photo by Kimberly Carrillo)
reading impairment. Ellis vividly recalls her father’s police career, which included working as a hostage negotiator. “When someone had someone locked in, he would try to get that person out,” says Ellis, who saw her father on television three times. “He was standing out with no one around him because everybody else was under cover because this person was shooting. My father is standing in the middle of the street, talking to him and telling him to walk out as he is walking toward him. My heart is pounding because I’m thinking, ‘Oh my god, they are going to shoot my father.’ He was always able to get people to come out.” Gaines took a year-long absence from the force to work on gang issues for the mayor’s office, Ellis says. “He has all my respect because he heard from the white officers that he was taking a white man’s job and heard from black people that he was selling out to white people,” Ellis adds. “But he still did very well. He was a good father.” Ellis says Gaines, who also owned a bar and dry cleaner, stressed the importance of education to her and her siblings. Two of Gaines’ daughters earned master’s degrees, and he made sure their loans were paid. Carstensen and Gaines served their country and communities as young men. Now, they will relive memories as they visit the Washington veteran memorials, thanks to Honor Flight. “They have served their country proudly and are very humble about that,” Copeland says. “I hope they honor them through this flight and thank them for their service to our country.”
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A love of animals often inspires young people to responsibility,” Shauna says. Abigayle says. start raising animals. This was the case for Abigayle “So, Abigayle has to keep track of all of her receipts, Taking care of her animals is built into her regular Huisman, a seventh grader from Desert Hills. what her expenses are. The objective is to sell the swine routine. She walks her pigs 10 to 20 minutes three times This year, Abigayle will take two pigs, two goats in an auction, and the money that you earn in auction a week, cleans out pens and chicken coops, fills water and four chickens to the Maricopa County Fair, which goes to paying for your project. At the end of the year, containers, feeds the animals, collects and washes runs Wednesday, April 10, to Sunday, April 14, at the she will reconcile her balance sheet to see if she made chicken eggs, plays with the goats and bathes and Arizona State Fairgrounds. a profit or a loss.” grooms the animals. Goats are challenging to groom. The 12-year-old shows as a member of the Western Her 4-H club members give back to the community “With the goats, now that they are getting bigger, Spurs 4-H club. Over the last two years, she has held through efforts such as collecting canned goods for a they don’t stand still when you are trying to groom the offices of secretary and treasurer within the club. local food bank while trick-or-treating. Raising goats, them. They always want to nibble on your clothes,” This is her second year going to the county Abigayle says. fair. To prep, she spends five to seven months Usually, she has to take care of her animals working with her animals. Last year, she also before and after school. Initially, Abigayle did took a guinea pig, or cavy, to the fair. extensive research on raising pigs because she Along with showing, Abigayle is part of her is the only one in her 4-H club working with school’s volleyball team, takes piano lessons swine. Attending a special camp on pigs gave and is part of the National Junior Honor her a better idea of what judges look for in Society. pigs, including the positioning of their legs She took an interest in 4-H from her friend’s and squareness of their bodies. sister and her mom, who showed a steer and “It is very specific how you have to look at swine when she was younger. a pig when they are little and be able to tell if “She told me these great stories about it,” they have a good foundation for when they Abigayle says. get bigger. It’s challenging to identify those In 4-H clubs, young people can do things in a smaller pig,” Shauna says. different projects, such as cake decorating, Abigayle adds pigs are the most dog obedience, cooking, archery or animal demanding animals because of their feeding showing. As part of their projects, the members and grooming needs. give presentations for the club. For her “They are the dirtiest ones, since they presentation, Abigayle demonstrated cleaning play around and get rough with each other,” poultry nails and beaks in preparation for Abigayle Huisman is a member of the Western Spurs 4-H club. (Photo courtesy Huisman Abigayle says. family) showing chickens. Pigs need to be fed on schedule, with a “The judge specifically looks at those areas. The pigs and chickens has been a challenge for Abigayle special diet high in fat and protein. chickens don’t have shoes, so their feet get dirty,” because they all have different needs. She has also “I was very surprised by the requirements and how Abigayle says. found that her animals, especially the goats and pigs, to feed them. I guess if I didn’t raise the pigs for 4-H, Abigayle’s first year helped her to get experience have varying personalities. and they were just to sell or eat, I probably would have with showing animals. “The goats are more on the playful side, and they’re given them slop. With 4-H, you have to feed them “Last year, in the ring, I didn’t know what to expect, really fun to have. The pigs are fun to have as well but specific things,” Abigayle says. and this year, now I know what to expect and how to pigs are a little bit harder to take care of, and their show,” Abigayle says. personalities mainly come out when you are walking Maricopa County Fair 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Wednesday, Her mother, Shauna Huisman, says raising animals them,” Abigayle says. April 10, to Sunday, April 14 has made her daughter more responsible and has Through the fair, Abigayle learned how to show the Arizona State Fairgrounds, taught her the financial aspects involved with raising different animals last year. 1826 W. McDowell Road, Phoenix animals. “The first year, I was ahead of myself because I didn’t $9; free for children ages 1 to 7 “The project is to teach the 4-H member not only really know what I was getting into with four animals. maricopacountyfair.org the life cycle of an animal but also the financial Especially at the fair, it was a lot of running around,”
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April Compiled by Samantha Fuoco
2019
Sundays in April Anthem Farmers Market Grab local, organic and seasonal crops, plants and seeds at the Anthem Farmers Market. Ranchers with grass-fed beef, pork, lamb and goat will be on hand, as will vendors with fresh local eggs, cheeses and butters. Producers of jams, jellies, pickles, tamales and sauces will sell their wares as well. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Anthem Community Park, 41703 N. Galvin Peak Parkway, Anthem. arizonafarmersmarkets.com. Free.
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5-6: AZ/DZ at the Roadrunner Rockin’ Bike Week AZ/DZ entertains during Bike Week at the Roadrunner Restaurant and Saloon Friday and Saturday. 7 to 11 p.m. Roadrunner Restaurant and Saloon, 47801 N. Black Canyon Highway, New River. 623-465-9903, roadrunnerrestaurantandsaloon. com, noon to 4 p.m. Free.
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Barks & Brews Adopt don’t shop while downing brews at the Barks & Brews event in Anthem this spring. Spend the afternoon looking for a new best friend, drinking in the craft beer garden, and watching live entertainment. Bring a furry friend and soak up the sun this spring. 2 to 6 p.m. Outlets at Anthem, 4250 W. Anthem Way, Phoenix. 623.465.9500, outletsanthem.com. Free.
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Cars, Café, and Flea Market All classic cars and vendors are welcome; no fees or commission fees. The event features free coffee and homemade biscuits and gravy. Market on the Move will arrive at 8 a.m. with fresh produce until it runs out. 8 a.m. My Crossroads Christian Fellowship, 42425 N. New River Road, New River. 623-4659461, myccf.church. Free.
Tuesdays and Thursdays in April FIT 4 MOM / Stroller Strides Stroller Strides is a total fitness program that moms can do with their babies. It includes power walking and intervals of strength and body toning exercises using exercise tubing, the stroller and the environment. These classes are taught by certified and specialty trained fitness instructors. The first class is free. 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Outlets at Anthem, 4250 W. Anthem Way, Anthem. 623-465-9500, outletsanthem.com. First class is free; charge afterward.
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Representatives Town Hall Meeting Micah Grondin, district ranger for the Tonto National Forest, and Heather Macre, water conservation director, will be the keynote speakers. 9 to 11 a.m. Anthem Civic Building, 3701 W. Anthem Way, Anthem/ 623-742-6050, onlineatanthem.com. Free.
Cowboy Baller Bash Get down to country music at the Roadrunner Restaurant and Saloon with entertainment provided by Luke Kaufman and Matt Borden. Kaufman is a Southern rocker, while Borden is a country singer. 5 p.m. to midnight. Roadrunner Restaurant and Saloon, 47801 N. Black Canyon H i g h w a y, N e w R i v e r. 6 2 3 - 4 6 5 - 9 9 0 3 , roadrunnerrestaurantandsaloon.com. Ticket prices TBA.
13: Java & Jammin’ Brian Bertrand comes to Java & Jammin’, a familyfriendly event that features live musical performances and free coffee and treats for residents and guests. 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Anthem Civic Building Terrace, 3701 W. Anthem Way, Anthem. 623-742-6050, onlineatanthem.com. Free.
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PERSPECTIVE
Religious?
Judge explains memorial cross case By Judge Gerald A. Williams
How did the American Legion end up in a lawsuit against a humanist group over whether a World War I Memorial is appropriate? Like many legal cases, it is complicated. Starting in 1919, a committee of mothers whose sons died in World War I began the construction of a war memorial in Maryland. By 1925, they run out of money and a local American Legion Post finished the job. Listed on the memorial are the names of the 49 local men who died. The memorial is shaped as a Celtic-styled Latin cross. That shape has triggered some modern problems for the 93-year-old memorial. The American Legion maintained the monument until doing so became unsafe because with the passage of time, the memorial ended up in the median of an intersection. In 1961, the land was deeded to the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission. In 2012, the American Humanist Association lodged the first and only known complaint against the memorial. They claimed its presence on public land violated the First Amendment’s Establishment Clause. Appellate courts evaluate whether something crosses a line toward the establishment of religion by using a three-part test from a case called Lemon v. Kurtzman. The government action: (1) must have a secular purpose; (2) must have a primary effect that neither advances nor inhibits religion; and (3) must not involve excessive government entanglement with religion. The plaintiffs believe the cross violates this test and that its display is offensive because they regularly encounter the cross while driving in the area. They also note that a cross has an inherently religious message. It is not a memorial to death in 12
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general; but it is a symbol of the crucifixion, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The Fourth Circuit held that a reasonable observer would view the display as impermissibly endorsing religion. On appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court, the American Legion argued that the Lemon test was the wrong test to use in war memorial cases. Instead of a potential endorsement of religion, the First Amendment and its authors were concerned about coercion. They note that the First Amendment prohibits the government from establishing religion, not from touching religion. The U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments on this case on February 27. When they will issue an opinion is anyone’s guess.
Judge Gerald A. Williams is the justice of the peace for the North Valley Justice Court. The court’s jurisdiction includes Anthem and Desert Hills. In the interest of full disclosure, he is a member of the American Legion.
Antichristus, a woodcut by Lucas Cranach the Elder of the pope using the temporal power to grant authority to a generously contributing ruler. (Photo courtesy of WikiPedia)
When did ‘separation of church and state’ originate?
If you ask most Americans about religious freedom, they would proudly state that our Constitution specifically provides for the separation of church and state and that we have always had a history of religious tolerance. Neither of those points is correct. As our new republic was being formed, Episcopal pastors petitioned to make the Episcopal church the official state religion of Virginia. Perhaps even more controversial, there was even a serious legislative proposal for a statewide tax to fund the teaching of Christianity. Our history of religious tolerance is also less than commendable. Even within the Christian faith, there were bitter conflicts. By 1768, Baptist ministers were jailed in Virginia on disorderly conduct type charges for, among other things, preaching the gospel to strangers. Members of the public would assault
church members and would disrupt baptism ceremonies by riding their horses through rivers. It was against this historical backdrop that Thomas Jefferson wrote one of his most famous lines. On December 30, 1801, a letter from the Danbury Baptist Association arrived for the recently inaugurated president. They felt they were being harassed by the official state-sponsored religion in Connecticut, known as Congregationalism. Jefferson’s response contained what would be one of his most famous phrases. He wrote, “I contemplate with sovereign reverence that the act of the whole American people which declared that their legislature should ‘make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof,’ thus building a wall of separation between church and state.” Although he clearly tied the concept of separation of church and state to the First Amendment, he also apparently saw no problem with attending church services in the U.S. Capitol building two days after he sent the letter.
Easter Service April, 21, 2019 10:30-12:00pm 42901 N 45th Ave Phoenix, AZ 85087 @crosslifechurch @crosslifeanthem https://crosslifeanthem.org APRIL 2019 |
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M r .BC
Meet the guys behind the Boulder Creek charity pageant By Elizabeth Hilton All photos by Kimberly Carrillo
The annual Mr. BC charity pageant is HALO Animal Rescue and Little Kids Rock. Mr. Congeniality is awarded to the returning to Boulder Creek High School The contestants spend the night of the show contestant—after a vote among the boys— on Thursday, April 18. who is thought to have Everyone is invited to a bright personality and witness 10 well-known encouraged the others to senior boys ta k ing give 110 percent. the stage for a night Audience Choice is of fun, light-hearted decided by the crowd. performances. A f ter a l l of t he Not only is this event performances, a code to something the student text will be projected on body looks forward to stage so the audience can every year, it is a way to choose their own favorite. encourage the young To close the show, the men, their fellow students winner is decided by and the community to the judges’ scores. And raise money for charity. of course, this winner All proceeds from the receives the title of Mr. show—including tickets, BC. concessions and standard The contestants, from left, top to bottom: Dillon Camasto, Luke Burger, Aaron Salcedo, Gavin Caldwell, Joseph Pitts, T h e public is Haaris Abbasi, Hayden Miller, Tor Tjorhom, Ben Blair and Hunter Eaton. donations—will be given encouraged to join in the to the Anthony Bates Foundation, which competing for four titles. Mr. BC festivities, which begin at 7 p.m. provides heart screenings for teens. Past Mr. Generosity is given to the one who Tickets can be purchased online using charities associated with the pageant include raised the most money over the previous few Vendini or at the door of the BC auditorium the Daisy Mountain Fire Department, weeks for the Anthony Bates Foundation. the night of the show. Tickets are $10. Ben Blair | Age: 18 Height: 6-foot-0 Hometown: Phoenix Eye Color: Brown Zodiac: Virgo Hair Color: Brown Where do you plan on attending college? Other plans after high school? I’m planning on serving a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, then go to college. Where are your summer plans? Visit all my family before my mission and hopefully get a couple trips in with the bros. What are three words that describe yourself?
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Good, better, best Favorite quote: “Why not?” Russell Westbrook When you’re not at school, you’re most doing what? Home, a friend’s house, a church activity, work or somewhere playing basketball What clubs/activities are you involved in? Basketball, choir and seminary Why should you be crowned Mr. BC? I want to be able to show my future kids their dad was cool when he was their age. Plus, “Why not?”
Haaris Abbasi | Age: 17 Height: 5-foot-10 Hometown: Tucson Eye Color: Brown Zodiac: (Left blank) Hair Color: Black Where do you plan on attending college? Other plans after high school? I plan on majoring in business at ASU, Tempe. Where are your summer plans?
Do you have any hidden talents?
Spending time with friends and family and getting ready for college.
I make a mean quesadilla. I can juggle for like 10 seconds. I may or may not be able to sing a little.
What are three words that describe yourself?
Enthusiastic, dedicated and industrious Favorite quote: “The secret of change is to focus all of your energy, not on fighting the old, but on building the new,” Socrates When you’re not at school, you’re most doing what? Doing homework, studying, playing lacrosse, working or spending time with friends and family. What clubs/activities are you involved in? Student government, lacrosse and National Honor Society Why should you be crowned Mr. BC? I am dedicated to making my school and community a better place in any way that I can.
put on a show to make people laugh and winning would just be an extra bonus. Do you have any hidden talents? You’ll just have to come and find out! Tor Christian Tjorhom Age: 18 Height: 6-foot-0 Hometown: Anthem Eye Color: Blue Zodiac: Capricorn Hair Color: Red Where do you plan on attending college? Other plans after high school? Naval Academy What are your summer plans?
Do you have any hidden talents?
Vacation with family.
Not that I know of
What are three words to describe yourself?
Hayden Miller | Age: 18 Height: 5-foot-10 Hometown: Phoenix Eye Color: Green Zodiac: Sagittarius Hair Color: Brown Where do you plan on attending college? Other plans after high school?
Funny, adorable, smart Favorite quote: “I’m true to the game like the sun first rose, I’m real like my man Michael Jackson’s first nose,” Dred Scott When you’re not at school, you’re most likely doing what? What clubs/activities are you involved in?
What are your summer plans? My plans are to hang out with friends and family before going to college. Also, I want to travel around Arizona.
Why should you be crowned Mr. BC?
What are three words that describe yourself?
You’ll see. I’m the best dancer.
Favorite Quote: “Vote Hayden, Mr. BC,” Barack Obama. When you’re not at school, you’re most likely doing what? I’m most likely at home watching Netflix, if I’m being honest. If there’s a wild night. I’ll go out with my friends and hang out. What clubs/activities are you involved in? I am involved with National Honor Society and student government. Why should you be crowned Mr. BC? It really doesn’t matter to me if I win or not. I’m just trying to have a good time and
Friendly, generous and lazy Favorite quote: “Never put off till tomorrow what you can do today,” Aaron Burr When you’re not at school, you’re most likely doing what? Hanging out with friends What clubs/activities are you involved in? I play varsity golf and volunteer in NHS Why should you be crowned Mr. BC? Because I am very active in helping staff and students. Do you have any hidden talents? I can climb things very well. Gavin Caldwell Age: 18 Height: 6-foot-3 Hometown: The Bay area of California Eye Color: Blue Zodiac: Pisces Hair Color: Dirty Blond
Working
ASU main campus for business tourism, part of the Leadership Scholarship program.
Spontaneous, adventurous and daring
yourself?
Key Club and swim I’m the cutest. Do you have any hidden talents?
Luke Burger Age: 18 Height: 6-foot-2 Hometown: Klerksdorp Eye Color: Blue and Hazel Zodiac: Scorpio Hair Color: Brown Where do you plan on attending college? Other plans after high school? I plan to go to Barrett at ASU. What are your summer plans? Travel around Eastern Europe and camp in tents there.
Where do you plan on attending college? Other plans after high school? I will be attending the University of Arizona Honors College to major in engineering What are your summer plans? To work at the United Christian Youth Camp in Prescott What are three words to describe yourself? Outgoing, friendly, caring Favorite quote: 1 John 2:17 When you’re not at school, you’re most likely doing what? Volunteering at Christ’s Church of the Valley, going to a concert or going to the gym/playing basketball What clubs/activities are you involved in? National Honor Society, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, basketball and academic decathlon
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CHARITY
What clubs/activities are you involved in?
Why should you be crowned Mr. BC?
What are your summer plans?
Student government, National Honor Society, taekwondo
Because I love making others laugh, lifting them up and doing what I can to improve the lives of others.
Traveling a little, hanging out with friends, relaxing before college.
Why should you be crowned Mr. BC?
Do you have any hidden talents?
What are three words to describe yourself?
I am an avid headbanger (I love metal). /m\
Dedicated, humorous and kind
It would be cool to talk about with my I’ve dedicated my life to this school and our community, focus on giving back and giving everything my all. It would be an honor to become Mr. BC.
Favorite quote:
Do you have any hidden talents?
“Real Gs move in silence like lasagna,” Lil Wayne
I’m really great at eating a lot.
Hunter Eaton | Age: 18 Height: (left blank) Hometown: Black Canyon City Eye Color: Hazel Zodiac: Pisces Where do you plan on attending college? Other plans after high school? Mesa Community College What are your summer plans?
When you’re not at school, you’re most likely doing what? Either at the gym or my house. What clubs/activities are you involved in? I played football all four years. Why should you be crowned Mr. BC?
Work to save up for college.
I’ve lived in Anthem all my life and I represent Anthem and Boulder Creek.
What are three words to describe yourself?
Do you have any hidden talents?
Respectful, caring and friendly Favorite quote: “When you’re good at something, you’ll tell everyone. When you’re great at something, they’ll tell you.” When you’re not at school, you’re most likely doing what? At work making money or at home doing homework. What clubs/activities are you involved in? Football Why should you be crowned Mr. BC? It would be cool to talk about with my children. Do you have any hidden talents? Ballet Aaron Salcedo | Age: 17 Height: 6-foot-2 Hometown: Anthem Eye Color: Brown Zodiac: Pisces Hair Color: Black Where do you plan on attending college? Other plans after high school? I plan to go to an in-state community college.
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I wish I did. Joseph Pitts | Age: 18 Height: 6-foot-1 Hometown: Anthem Eye Color: Blue Zodiac: Sagittarius Hair Color: Blond Where do you plan on attending college? Other plans after high school? I’ve applied to ASU, Stanford, Georgetown, George Washington, University of Pennsylvania and Yale. I plan to serve in the CIA or State Department after college. What are your summer plans? I plan to go on a trip with friends, play basketball with friends, eat a lot and hang out with my grandpa. What are three words to describe yourself?
Dillon Camasto Age: 18 Height: 5-foot-6 Hometown: Anthem Eye Color: Brown Zodiac: Cancer Hair Color: Black Where do you plan on attending college? Other plans after high school? I plan on attending college at ASU to hopefully become an English teacher. What are your summer plans? I am planning on a trip to San Diego with my childhood friend, hang out at the beach and sleep in. What are three words to describe yourself? Respectful, caring and funny Favorite quote: “Everybody’s somebody’s everything,” Chance the Rapper When you’re not at school, you’re most likely doing what? I enjoy reading as well as writing my own stories. I am very competitive. I play football, basketball and volleyball. I also enjoy going to Amped, getting a large chocolate milk with whipped cream. What clubs/activities are you involved in?
Charismatic, caring, friendly
The main activities I’m involved with are, sports wise, football, basketball and volleyball.
Favorite quote:
Why should you be crowned Mr. BC?
“Courage is not the absence of fear, but the capacity to act despite our fears,” Sen. John McCain
Because of my fun, caring and outgoing personality. I believe I should be crowned for the same reasons I was nominated.
When you’re not at school, you’re most likely doing what?
Do you have any hidden talents?
Volunteering/working for campaigns,
A lot of people don’t know I can play acoustic guitar.
HIGH SCHOOL
Stories of Service Boulder Creek Students publish third book of veteran stories and invite the public to the book release By Emma Suttell
Enter the North Valley Regional Library on a Tuesday afternoon and you’ll find a gathering of students sharing stories… but not their own. These students come together to tell the stories of local veterans in a student-led club. Through an Arizonabased organization called Veterans Heritage Project, students are given the opportunity to connect with service members, hear the stories of sacrifice that these men and women have made for our nation, and foster leadership skills that will take them far into the future. “Interviewing my veterans allowed me to learn the stories of vital service roles I never knew existed,” says Vice President Cole Berenstein. “It gave me the opportunity to appreciate the service of many on a deeper level.” Throughout the school year, the students interview local veterans and the stories are published in a book at the end of the year. Not many can say their work has been published in a book…let alone high school
students. The book, “Since You Asked,” will be published on April 13 at a communitywide ceremony. For Boulder Creek students, this is their third volume of the book. Last year was a record-breaking one for the members of Veterans Heritage Project; the students of Boulder Creek interviewed more veterans than before. Over 20 interviews are set to be published this spring, accompanied by dozens of interviews by Northern Arizona high schools. This school year posed a new challenge: to layout the book. Several students in the club decided to step up and offer to help construct the book itself. Instead of only being responsible for their own stories, these students took on the responsibility of aiding others in the club. “Laying out the book was much more of a challenge than I expected,” says editor Patrick Procter, “For everything to get done, I had to learn how to ask for help and say that I was overwhelmed; I’ve never had to do that before. ” With help from student artist Mikaela Mayhew, faculty adviser Courtney
Merriman, as well as several staff members from the North Valley Regional Library, students like Patrick were able to craft the book into a work of storytelling art. Not only do these students interview and document the stories of veterans, but they are active volunteers in the community. Within the past year, students have marched in the Daisy Mountain Veterans Day Parade, as well as the Phoenix Veterans Day Parade. Besides marching and hosting editing days for veterans to preview their stories and bond with their students, the Veterans Heritage Project club president spoke at Anthem’s annual Veterans Day Memorial Ceremony. The club is always searching for more volunteering opportunities to serve their veterans in and out of the classroom. Starting this school year, Veterans Heritage Project has partnered with several veteran speakers to present a series at Boulder Creek High School, offering open forums for discussion and opportunities for students outside of the club to witness first-hand history during the school day. At the last veteran speaker seminar, over 100 students attended, listening to the story of veteran Jim Zwit, who many Anthem residents will remember as the 2018 keynote speaker at the Anthem Veterans Day Memorial Ceremony. The Veterans Heritage Project Club of Anthem is inviting to all community members to attend this year’s annual book signing and reception. Hosted at Cross of Christ Church, the family-friendly event will feature musical performances, a keynote speaker, an exciting ceremony led by students, and an opportunity to meet the veterans who have their stories published in this year’s book. The reception is at 2 p.m. at Cross of Christ Church on April 13.
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CLOSE TO HOME
The Universe has Listened Brewhouse and Italian restaurant coming to Norterra By Shelley Sakala
What a concept! When you live in a growing community, every new business that opens brings hope that your favorite bar or bistro is finally coming to town. You daydream about the kinds of places you’d like to have and the features you would enjoy, and then you put it out into the universe to see what happens. Over the past few years, various surveys and polls taken in our neighborhood have revealed what locals are asking the universe to deliver: A wine bar, a brewhouse, live music, a fantastic patio and outdoor lounge space. Maybe even family-friendly games that let you stretch a Sunday lunch into an all-afternoon outdoor event. Delicious food that doesn’t come from a king, a clown or a drive-thru window. That’s what the people want! I have good news: The universe has finally listened. We’re getting all of the above, and we’re getting it this year. Over the coming months, two fantastic dining options will open their doors at The Shops at Norterra: An authentic Italian restaurant, and a true craft beer brewhouse. The family behind these restaurants are local restaurateur Mario Rana, his two brothers and their parents. They’re a
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restaurant family and Rana is a chef by trade. I had a chance to chat with Rana, and I have to be honest with you – I am downright giddy over these concepts. The first is a yet-to-be-named Italian restaurant and wine bar. Plans call for an inside/ outside design with a wraparound patio. The kitchen will be on display, giving the restaurant a friendly, communal feel. Imagine, if you will, a gathering place in Italy, just outside the big city, where locals enjoy pasta (al dente, of course) or a plate of handmade lasagna, while the entire room is gently warmed by the scent of a wood fired pizza oven.
The Italian restaurant is scheduled to open this October. State 48 is targeting an opening for the end of this year. “The old country meets new school Italian,” as Rana describes it. The menu will include housemade sauces and classic Italian dishes. As for the vino, the emphasis will be on the great Italian wines, personally sourced by the Rana family. Other parts of the wine world will also be represented, including wonderful Arizona wines. Their rotating selection will be available by the bottle or glass, and selected to pair perfectly with a full meal or a shared appetizer. The second concept is State 48 Brewery. It’s described as “A meeting place for family and friends to enjoy fresh beer and food in a comfortable setting while representing the great state of Arizona.” If you’re looking for a place where food is a
bare-minimum afterthought that follows a night of suds, you’ve come to the wrong place. While craft beer is the very soul of this restaurant, make no mistake: This is a food-first restaurant concept. Their meals are scratch made by trained chefs using high-quality ingredients. Everything on the menu is thoughtfully prepared and delicious. If you’re wondering how I know this, State 48 has four other locations in the Valley, each with its own unique theme: State 48 Brewery in Surprise State 48 Funk House in Glendale State 48 Brewery DTPHX in Downtown Phoenix State 48 Lager House in Scottsdale The theme of this State 48 will be live music. Imagine a casual atmosphere where you feel comfortable lingering, trying different food and drink, and grooving to the band. Diehard beer lovers will appreciate the 30 taps, several of which will feature craft beer from local brewing companies. “Some of the best beer in the country is brewed right here in Arizona,” Rana says. “And we’re proud to pour it…not just because it’s
local, but because it’s good.” If beer’s not your thing, you’re still in luck: State 48 offers a dozen or more wines by the glass or bottle, plus a full complement of craft cocktails. From a design standpoint, the outdoor space will be as large as the restaurant’s interior and will include games like cornhole and jenga. Something tells me this will quickly become one of the most popular neighborhood hangouts in North Phoenix. From the beer choices to the wine selection, I truly appreciate Rana’s focus on local. He assures me this is intentional: “If I’m asking people to support local businesses, then I’ve got to do the same.” Come for the food, stay for the drinks. Or vice-versa. We’re in for some amazing dining and sipping experiences, people. Let the countdown begin.
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Sophia Humbert enthusiastically enters a Mexican restaurant, dressed down with jeans, a Grateful Dead T-shirt and redrimmed glasses. The Boulder Creek High School student looks like an average teenager. But there’s nothing “average” about the Anthem girl. Humbert sings like an angel and has become a national anthem favorite around town. On Friday, April 12, she releases her debut EP, nicknamed “So Hum.” “These are my first original songs ever,” Humbert says with a huge smile. She worked on the album with fellow Anthem musician, Jimmy Newquist, lead singer of the rock band Caroline’s Spine. Newquist allowed Humbert to ease into songwriting. “It was something really new for me, but it was a really cool learning experience,” Humbert says. “I learned from him to stay true to who I am and what I want to do, and say what I have to say. Everyone has something to say. “That’s what I love about music. I can portray what I want to say. Going back to what I said before, I’m learning how to speak my mind because that’s always been a really hard thing for me.” Newquist and Humbert met through the teen’s piano
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teacher, who also schools Newquist’s son. “It’s been fun working with Sophia,” Newquist says. “I think one of the biggest joys is finding interesting talent. She’s a teen and she’s interested in songwriting, interested in expressing viewpoints and interested in music. “It’s really interesting to be a part of something like that. I remember my
journey and doing the same thing. Sophia has amazing, amazing range, an amazing voice box. She has a real talent. To be able to dig into that particular talent was amazing. She has a top-tier talent.” The 16-year-old singer is excited about her show, which will feature original and cover songs. “We have some really amazing people flying out to help me with all of this,” she says referring to Newquist’s bandmate, Matt McHan. “We had a concert in Salt Lake City,” Newquist says. “Matt was really taken by her. To play this kind of music, you really need world-class instrumentation, guys who know how to make a lot out of it. We came up with the idea of doing this acoustic thing.” The most important thing for Humbert, her family and team is to represent her well. “Going to a coffee shop and really hearing an artist bare their soul and having the skill, it’s like a slam dunk,” Newquist says. “We want to bring that slam dunk to the place where she blew up and present her to the community who’s known her for a long time.” Her father and mother, Trent Humbert and Vernaliza Meyer-
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Sophia Humbert celebrates the release of her EP on Friday, April 12. (Photo by Kimberly Carrillo)
Humbert, have supported her career since day one. “It’s funny because the other day I found a video when she was performing at the same venue, but when she was 12,” her mother says. “To see that side by side, it’s amazing to see how much she has grown. “It’s just very different from then to now. It’s definitely been a journey. We wouldn’t be doing all this and putting all this into it if we didn’t feel like she had the talent to take it to the next level.” Humbert looks at other musicians’ careers to guide her to that level. She looks to Tori Kelly, Sam Burchfield and Ariana Grande, for example. “I draw a lot of inspiration from different things,” she says. Surprised by talent The Humberts didn’t realize their daughter had a talent for music until she attended summer camp at age 10. “I sang ‘Rolling in the Deep’ by Adele,” she says. “My parents wanted to hear it,
obviously. I think that’s when they realized I could sing.” Her mother adds, “She’s come a long way. She wanted to turn and face the wall. I told her she couldn’t. When I heard her sing, that’s when we had the probing questions for her.” Humbert’s friends have been just as supportive. “They get it, which is nice,” Humbert says. “I mean, I also have friends who don’t play music, but they’re really happy for me.” Still, the music is personal and considering it’s stripped down, it’s difficult to bare her soul. With acoustic music, there’s nothing to hide behind. “Personally, I love it because it gives me more control of how I want to come across,” Humbert says. “It comes natural to me.” “One of the things that Sophia presents is a pretty wide breadth of diversity,” Newquist says. “I think this artist is capable of any number of genres of music, any style of writing.
“I do remember when we got together to talk about the record, we weren’t sure that it was going to be an acoustic record. We weren’t sure what it was going to do. But, I thought that would be very, very easy for her to make a connection with her voice, without a full band behind it. “I just want to explore the depth and some of the things she wanted to say. I’ve worked with a lot of artists who absolutely need to have distorted guitars and massive drums behind them, and need that amazing production.” Humbert, who has auditioned for “American Idol” and “The Voice,” didn’t need any of that, he says, and the result is “stunning.” “You just wait,” he says.
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Leaving a Legacy
Anthem Prep cousins make their mark on the school’s athletics By Eric Newman
Brenna Pillsbury, front left, and MJ Roem, front right, celebrated signing college athletic letters as their families looked on. (Photo by Eric Newman)
Brenna Pillsbury and MJ Roe’s college signing ceremony closed the door on two of Anthem Prep’s greatest athletic careers. And – as with most things – they did it together. The cousins, who will graduate from Anthem Prep Academy in May, shared the stage as Pillsbury committed to play basketball at Colorado Christian University and Roe signed on to the University of Portland’s soccer team. Friends, family, classmates and school staff gathered in the school gym on February 26 to witness the pair’s signing and speak about the impact the cousins have had. The two have been close as long as they can remember, sharing in the trials of childhood and adolescence while dominating Anthem athletics. “Since we were little, our parents always had us on the same teams. We were always supporting each other and helping each other get better at our sports, but always competing, too,” Pillsbury says. “We’re competitive about everything, even things outside of sports,” Roe adds. “Like we’ll talk about who got the better grade on a test. It helps us both have somebody to keep pace with, which I really like.” 22
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Athletic Director Rick Watmore witnessed that competitive nature many times, as the girls competed in soccer and basketball in the AIA winter season, with games and practices often taking place on the same day. On February 15, the cousins led the Eagles to a first-round basketball playoff victory over Immaculate Heart at home in the morning, and just hours later had to suit up for the 4A soccer championship game in Gilbert. Then, the next morning, they played another basketball playoff game. Watmore knew they were exhausted, but wanted to win so badly. “There they are, so close to being able to win the soccer championship, and then having to get up early the next morning for another basketball game. You don’t see that type of drive from many kids,” Watmore says. That athletic excellence has been on display since the two were little. Both played and were some of the best players on the Anthem Prep varsity teams as seventh- and eighth-graders. But Pillsbury’s father, Doug Pillsbury, remembers both girls dominating even earlier than that. “They were fourth-graders playing in the middle school basketball league.
Some of the others would look over and laugh at these two little girls, but then they started playing and they won the championship. I kind of knew from then that they could be special,” he says. Roe and Pillsbury have left lasting impressions on opponents on the fields and courts for years. At a K-12 school of around 800 – just over 200 at the high school – they showed classmates and future Eagles they can stand out with a little work. They hope to serve as role models for younger students at Anthem Prep, as a blueprint to receiving college recruitment and sustaining athletic excellence regardless of where they are playing. “We want to show Anthem Prep athletes can be really good, even though it is such a small school,” Roe says. The two will separate this summer when they leave for their respective colleges. It’ll be the longest the two have been apart. That does not mean their relationship will falter, though. “I know we’re always going to keep tabs on each other,” Pillsbury says. “We’ll call each other to get updates to see how we’re doing. I know we wouldn’t have it any other way.”
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A Sweet Promise
Anthem couple starts faith-based chocolate business By Laura Latzko
Amanda and Edmundo Osorio of Anthem founded faith-based chocolate company Promise Chocolates.
Chocolates can be delicious gifts to give to a loved one for a special occasion. For one local couple in Anthem, chocolates are a way to spread the word of God. In the last year, Amanda and Edmundo Osorio launched Promise Chocolates, a company that produces hollow chocolates with Scriptures inside as well as traditional chocolates. Married for 18 years with children ranging from ages 2 to 14, the couple started Promise Chocolates after Edmundo’s company suffered layoffs in 2014. Amanda says she and her husband wanted to embark on a faith-based endeavor, and Edmundo’s sweet tooth spurred the idea for a chocolate business. The name of the company was inspired by the promises featured in the Bible. “One of main things we were trying to do was create a unique gift that people felt like was a heartfelt gift from them, not just another knick-knack or memento. We wanted it to be a unique gift that reminds people of the goodness of God’s promises,” Amanda says.
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The couple has owned retail businesses in the past, but this is the first time the two have had a strictly online business. Edmundo comes from a sales background, and Amanda has expertise in marketing and photography. They share the taste-testing duties. The company’s signature item are the hollow chocolates, which are made with an outer layer of chocolate and a plastic green capsule, in which the Scripture messages are encased. The chocolates are similar in some ways to a fortune cookie. The company’s offerings include milk or dark cream, milk cream with nuts, assorted, sea salt caramel and reduced fat collections. The different collections come with between one and three hollows, and the company also sells collections with all hollows. Amanda hopes the Scriptures within the hollows provoke deeper thought in others. “That’s how it’s been for us. We are hoping that same thing happens for others, that it speaks to them and inspires them,” Amanda says.
The nearly 100 Scriptures found in the hollows fall into categories such as faith, hope, prosperity, love and thankfulness. Customers don’t choose the Scriptures they receive, but Amanda has found thus far the messages have spoken to those who are gifted them. “Once we print out the Scriptures and we put them inside the hollows, we have no idea which Scriptures you are going to get. There we like to say that we are leaving it up to God or the Holy Spirit to deliver it to who is supposed to have it,” Amanda says. Some recipients have kept the Scriptures, putting them on their fridges or at their desks at work. Along with the message inside, the quality of the chocolates was important to
the couple. When they were choosing from chocolates, they looked for ones that were rich in taste. “We didn’t want anything that tasted waxy or something that would be like a 99-cent candy bar. We definitely didn’t want that. We wanted it to be a better experience to the palate,” Amanda says. Starting a company has come with different challenges, but the Arizona weather has been one of the biggest. When shipping, the couple has to put ice packs in with the chocolates and pack them a certain way. Another company makes the chocolates, and the couple ships the collections all over the country. Thus far, they have had both local and outof-state customers. The couple plans to expand by reaching out to churches and spiritual retreats. The chocolates are meant to be a special gift for holidays such as Christmas or Mother’s Day or for special occasions such as anniversaries or birthdays. Promise Chocolates offers different types of chocolates as well as hollow chocolates, with Scriptures inside. Photos are courtesy of Amanda Osorio.
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Paying It Forward
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When Sawana Grimmett was pregnant pharmaceutical grade salt in, it grinds it and with her first child, she suffered from pumps it into little microparticles in the gestational diabetes and preeclampsia, which room during your session.” led to an emergency caesarian section. A native Phoenician, Grimmett attended Before taking those measures, she tried ASU where she studied nonprofit leadership prenatal massages and found them so helpful until she became pregnant with her first son, that she wanted to share the message. Gunner. She instead studied massage therapy Grimmett is celebrating the grand opening at the Southwest Institute of Healing Arts of The Salt Spa in Anthem, which offers and worked in a small Downtown Phoenix prenatal massages among other treatments. salon until she went independent at 28. Clients can indulge in facials, brow waxing, Considering where to open her spa, she nano needling, rejuvenation peels, massage knew Anthem was a logical choice, as she therapy and halotherapy. has family nearby. Most importantly, she wanted to create “I like that it has a small-town community an environment where vibe even though it’s in everyone felt welcome. metropolitan Phoenix,” “It’s a l l about self- The Salt Spa Grimmett says. 4111 W. Innovative Drive, care,” she says, “It’s taking The Salt Spa’s packages care of you and taking Suite 112, Phoenix and services are designed a minute for yourself, 623-551-0161, to adhere to any type of whether you only have spabysawana.com customer with its diverse 30 minutes to sit in a options. salt session or you have a The facials come in couple hours to do more of a whole spa day. different packages such as the 60-minute We really try to customize it to each person facial ($60), which includes an eye and and make it an experience for them.” lip treatment; the lunch break facial ($50) Her niche is salt spa treatments. Dry salt features a cleanse, enzyme and mask; the therapy, or halotherapy, is a holistic, drug- teen facial ($65) helps reduce blackheads and free, natural therapy using microparticles of the need for acne medication with a cleanse, salt to promote better breathing, healthier exfoliation and hydrating mask. skin, sounder sleep, improved physical As for nano needling, it reduces fine lines fitness and endurance and overall wellness. and wrinkles through its pain-free method According to Grimmett, her treatments of stimulating collagen production. The utilize a halogenerator to grind and crush nano needling is $95 per session or $240 for 99.99-percent pure grade sodium chloride a package of three. into micronized particles that are dispersed The rejuvenation peels shed the first into the salt room via a dry salt aerosol. It few layers of dead skin and replace it with helps respiratory and skin problems. For younger-looking skin. The rejuvenation a 30-minute session, it is $30; 60 minutes peels are $60 per session or $150 for a series is $50. of three. Halotherapy has been a hit. Massages ra nge f rom $ 45 to $110, “You go i n t he room, a beaut i f u l depending on the length of the treatment. ambiance, that is actual Himalayan salt,” Gr i m me t t say s , howe ver, t he sa lt she says. “There’s a generator which we put treatments are what sets her apart.
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CHAMBER CORNER
Meet a Chamber Member By Heather Maxwell, Executive Director, Anthem Area Chamber of Commerce
Matt and Stephanie Numrich of Phoenix Krav Maga and Fitness and their children. (Special to 85086 Magazine)
Phoenix Krav Maga and Fitness owners Matt and Stephanie Numrich want to make their students as comfortable as possible. There are no egos at Phoenix Krav Maga and Fitness. Instead, clients find a family atmosphere where comfort leads to talent and strength. “We’ve been teaching for 23 years,” Matt says. “We found it helps when you like the people you’re training with and they’re supporting you in your endeavors. With a lot of martial arts schools and gyms, you have a lot of egos walking around. That’s luckily not us.” Stephanie adds, “We offer a family-friendly workout and we help women and men gain confidence and not be a victim.” Name: Matt and Stephanie Numrich Age: 45/43 Business name: Phoenix Krav Maga and Fitness, 41780 W. Opportunity Way, Building 2, Anthem, 85086. Phone: 623-300-6114. How long have you been a chamber member: More than two years. What were the circumstances surrounding you opening your business, and what year did you open?
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We opened in 2015 here in Anthem but have been teaching martial arts for 23 years as our full-time profession. After taking a year off and traveling abroad, we moved to Anthem. Why did you decide to open your business in the North Valley? We loved the scenery and people! Do you own/operate any other businesses? No. What are some of the most challenging aspects of running your business? Helping people believe they can do so much more than they think they can! What separates your business from your competitors? We teach all five areas of self-defense, not just one or two. Do you participate in any local philanthropic efforts? If so, why? We support many charities around the area through fundraising seminars, but one of our favorite projects is teaching at the local schools for free, and then donating funds to the school. What does the future hold for your business? We have been blessed by tons of growth in such a short period of time. We’ll continue to grow, as we reach more of Anthem and the surrounding areas,
as the area’s authority in self-defense with our youth and adult-only classes. What’s one of your favorite memories/ experiences as an Anthem Area Chamber of Commerce member? The Winter Gala and meeting new people at meetings. Is there anything you’d like to add? Unfortunately, self-defense isn’t a luxury anymore, and people are starting to see that. There are still a lot of people who don’t see it is a need. What’s your biggest business pet peeve? It may be a pet peeve in the end, but seeing people underestimate what they can do, and then after we continue to encourage them, finally do it! I can’t tell you how many people who visited us months or even years ago who say, “I should have done this a long time ago!” What are you most proud of? Our students and the family atmosphere they have created for us and everyone else! When you see “Krav Family” tagged on social media posts, and said in class, that is what we mean. Best words of wisdom you've received? Never take things personally, because you don’t know the internal wars people might be fighting.
Swimming for Success
EVO wants to be Anthem’s community swim school
By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski
If EVO can collect contact information for 750 local families, it will open a swim school in Anthem. (Photos courtesy EVO Swim School)
EVO Swim School founder David Tait is hoping Anthem residents believe in his product as much as he does. Tait is hoping to open a school near Kerry’s Car Care at Norterra Fiesta, at North Valley and Norterra parkways, in Anthem. First, EVO – which has other schools in Gilbert and Queen Creek – needs 750 interested families to submit their contact information to show interest at evoswim.com before April 30. Further development will follow. “We’re patterning this one in the same way,” Tait says. “It has an indoor pool for swimming lessons, heated to 89 degrees. That’s ideal for babies and young kids, and anybody who is learning to swim.” Children are taught in five steps. First, kids are introduced to the water to help them build confidence. Next, they are taught basic swimming skills for backyard fun and survival, if necessary.
Third, students are introduced to “form” swimming for efficiency in the water, and as the first step to learning the four competitive strokes. Finally, the children refine their form, improve their endurance and further their love of water. If desired, the students are introduced to swimming as a sport. Tait makes an ideal coach, as he is a three-time state champion and state record holder, a junior national champion, senior national qualifier and competitor at the 2000 U.S. Olympic Trials. He has more than 20 years of experience teaching children, teenagers and adults how to swim. Tait says his passion is helping kids learn how to swim and, like him, enjoy the sport. “I coached as, basically, a job to get through college,” Tait says. “I never thought I would make it a career. I had one athlete who competed in the 2008 Olympic trials.” After he married and started a family, he realized he needed to leave the field completely for a traditional job, or firmly plant his feet in the market. He opened EVO Swim School. North Phoenix is a logical place for his next facility. “It’s really blossoming,” Tait says. “It’s a tightknit community with lots of families. The most time I spend up there, I realize it’s an incredible community.”
Tait explains his demographics fit well with his model, as, like Gilbert, a lot of families in Anthem have disposable income. “We were worried there wasn’t enough density yet,” he says. “To build a facility, we need a financial commitment and enough interest from the community to support something like that. We started talking to Marty (DeRito, developer). He was really active and supportive in helping me meet key people in the community and to help me gather interest. “If we can garner the interest, we’re going to jump on this thing, move quickly and be open by spring of next year.” EVO Swim School’s approach to aquatic instruction inspired our company name and motto: “Where learning to swim has evolved.” Outside of EVO, Tait is the director of the Rio Salado Swim Club, one of the largest competitive clubs in the state, and serves as a board member for Arizona Swimming Inc. “Our primary goal will be to teach children to be safe around water,” he says. “During this process, children and parents will naturally be introduced to an activity that can be fun and provide muchneeded exercise in a totally new environment – water.”
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Home Crafts
Kickstarting Spring Celebrate Easter by making bunnies By Shannon Fisher
Spring is here and we have some cute bunny crafts to celebrate April. Dryer balls make cute bunny bottoms for plants or another display. We used a wool dryer ball and after it became worn out to create our bunny. You could use a large pompon as well found at any craft store or a ball of yarn. We added a cotton ball for the tail, some fleece for the feet and a flower pot for it to be climbing into. You can add little pink pads on the feet with marker, paint or foam cut out and hot glued on. We love our curious bunny we created. Another cute bunny idea to create is from an old sock. Fill the bottom of the sock with rice and use a rubber band to secure. Take another hair tie and wrap around the body of the bunny to create the head. This will look like a collar or necklace. Squeeze the bunny body to shape until you like the look of it and it can sit up. Now cut the top of the sock shorter if it is still long. Cut down the center of the sock so the top is in half. You can cut each side like an ear or leaf shape. Young children will need help with this. Use paint, a permanent marker or even thread to create the eyes, nose and mouth. You now have a cute sock bunny creation! A thumb print bunny is easy for any age kids to make. Cut out a bunny silhouette. You can print one off online if you do not want to draw one. Cut out and tape with painterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tape onto a sheet a paper or canvas you want to paint on. Dip your thumb in paint and use to make thumb prints all over the canvas. You can use a bingo paint dabber if you do not want to get as messy. Carefully peel the template off the paper and you will see the silhouette of the bunny left. This craft is super easy, but so adorable. I hope you have a wonderful month of Spring crafting! Shannon Fisher is a local wife, mom of two girls and owner of Shannon Fisher Photography. She taught high school and elementary art before opening her photography business.
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F A M I LY
Teaching life lessons By Pastor David Bowen, Standing Stones Community Church, Standing Stones Christian Academy
Author William Arthur Ward once said, “The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires.” The greatest teaching and learning experiences come from being in a family. Families help us learn valuable lessons about life. God creates each of us with the desire to love and to be loved. He gave us the capabilities to grow in giving and receiving love by placing us in families. It doesn’t matter the size of the family, but what does matter is how we learn to communicate and socialize and value others. The ability to do so is either nurtured or abandoned while growing up in the family unit. Being more loving and less judgmental and being open to receiving love are all traits we learn in the family setting. How the dynamic of the family unit is developed and nurtured changes from family to family, yet there are still some common elements that help us go from talking to doing to actually inspiring others to be the best they can be. Practical and simple steps in developing healthy life lessons are making time to play, speaking words of encouragement and developing a habit of finishing what you start. These are samples of the dynamic we teach or ignore in the family unit. How would you answer the question, “Do I make enough time to play?” It’s important to make time for fun. Try to infuse a spirit of play into more of the everyday activities. With my kids, some of the greatest teaching and learning opportunities came when we were just relaxing and having a great time. Ears, eyes and hearts are open to understanding the importance of enjoying relationships, especially with
those whom we love the most. Life gets too busy too quickly; Take some time to slow down and play. Ever wonder at what stage of life our words of praise become words of criticism? It seems children naturally desire to receive praise. Praise needs to be offered in a healthy way, not so much that it becomes superficial and creates an unhealthy ego or too little that young eyes learn to become critical and negative. Words can build people up or they can tear people down. What do you choose? I have seen amazing results when adults offer words of encouragement to young minds. “C’mon, you can do it,” goes a long way in establishing confidence while at the same time developing some independence. Determination, work ethic and follow through are all traits learned or shunned while growing up in the family unit. Ever notice how babies just keep going when they have a goal in their sights? They can fall, they can fail, they can have obstacles placed in their way, but they stay focused on getting what they want. At what age does one lose the confidence that all things are possible? What if the words spoken and the action taken point towards digging deep, getting determined, and keep on going? In the family unit, life lessons are taught everywhere. The family is the breeding ground for growth. The choice is, are you going to be like the mediocre teacher, the good teacher, the superior teacher, or the great teacher who inspires. David Bowen has been married for over 20 years and is the father of three girls. He has a local radio program and pastors Standing Stones Community Church.
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Kuma’s Great Adventures Wildflower Season in Phoenix Told by Kuma and written by Lorraine Bossé-Smith
Our weekend started off with our Friday ritual of going to Anthem Park where I can visit the grass. Oh, how I love doing my grass dance for everyone to see! If I don’t say so myself, I have great form. Woof! I enjoy meeting all sorts of my kind and getting adored by humans. Then on Saturday, we met our friends Will and Kim again for a hike at Desert Vista in Norterra at 1901 Desert Vista Trail. What was this? I smelled Mopsey on them but didn’t see her. Perhaps they left her in the car? No such luck. Poor Mopsey girl hurt her back and had to stay at home. I know what it is like to have an injury and get stuck behind. We missed her, but I marked a lot of plants in her honor. Got your back, girl! The Desert Tortoise trail starts off with a bang and goes up rocky terrain. Our reward about halfway up the first hill is Mrs. Owl. Look for the large saguaro on your left behind the fence put up to give her privacy. When we were there, she was sitting on some baby owl eggs. Her ears are so big and alert that you can’t miss her. By now those eggs have probably hatched, and you will hear little owls demanding food. Follow the path and all the wildflowers to the top of the hill and continue on to the right
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for the 3-mile loop that leads you down into the cholla meadow. Watch out for snakes. I didn’t smell any this time, but we have encountered grumpy, mean snakes on this path before. Spring is when they wake up and are disoriented, making them more dangerous. If your dog isn’t snake trained, read my blog about the importance of it and how to get it done. At the base of the meadow, turn right to continue the loop and follow it back to the original intersection where you take a left back to the car. Of course, lots of other trails are available, but this is nice, shorter option. When Sunday rolled around, I assumed we would have a day of rest. Not so! My mom put on her running shoes, and off to Seventh Avenue and Carefree Highway we went to trail run Shaw Butte, a steep hill with a tower on the top. I’m so grateful for all the beautiful wildflowers because they gave me a chance to rest while my mom took pictures. Lots of folks were out with the same idea and yes, I was recognized and worshipped. FYI, both trailheads have human restrooms and plenty of parking. This trail is also a loop, and we chose to go up
the road toward the tower, then hang a left onto the connector trail to the Sidewinder, where we went right. This takes you down and around Shaw Butte (now dirt trail). Follow the trail back down to the parking lot. OK, now I knew I would get to rest … not! I knew something was up when mom put my bowtie on – that meant guests. I heard the name Joel, and I got very excited. Joel is my buddy from Chicago; He’s the best! I eagerly kept my eyes out for him, and when they arrived, we
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were back out to hike again. I didn’t mind, though, because I got to spend time with Joel and his son, Adam. This time, we went to Apache Wash (1600 E. Sonoran Drive) and I was ready to be a great tour guide until I smelled snake. Ugh. We didn’t get very far on the loop trail before I had to stop. My training is to inform my humans of the danger. They decide whether we turn around or keep going, but if we move forward, Dad needs to carry me. No, I’m not a chicken, but I need to know they understood my alert, which they did. So, I got a lift from Dad for a spell, and then onward we continued once we were away from the snake scent. Again, keep your eyes peeled for rattlers! The desert is incredibly green right now with high grasses and tons of flowering plants. One human stopped to share and explain some of the plants with us, but don’t ask me to tell you ‘cause I can’t remember. Now, if you want to know what they smell like … Joel and Adam enjoyed the views of the surrounding mountains and glimpses of Phoenix down below. It was a clear day with perfect temperatures and lots of sunshine. Hey, only the best for my buddy! I must say that I was truly tuckered out at this point. The humans went off to have dinner, and I tried to hold on, but I was ready for bed. I napped so I could at least say goodnight and then off I went to night night. The next day, our friends had to leave. Boo hoo, but what a weekend! I had wonderful dreams of all my adventures and look forward to what my mom has for me next. We don’t always get this kind of rain in the desert, so be sure to get out and appreciate the flowers and green landscape. Soon enough, it will be hot and dry. Hi! I am Kumaito (Kuma for short), a multi-tan Shiba Inu. My breed is one of the oldest and purest from Japan. I was born in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, moved to Friendswood, Texas, and now call Phoenix home. I enjoy running or hiking almost every day with my mom, chasing rabbits out of my neighborhood, playing with toys, pestering my brother Edmond, eating, napping ... well, I love just about everything and everyone!
My mom, Lorraine Bossé-Smith (Founder of the FIT Leader Formula) is kind enough to help me share my great adventures, big and small. My mom is a motivational speaker, corporate trainer, business consultant, executive coach, behavioral-wellness expert, and author of eight published books. More importantly, she’s the best doggy mom ever! Enjoy my blog at lorrainebosse-smith.com/category/kuma/ and be sure to follow me on Facebook at facebook.com/Kumathedog?ref=hl Get outside! You never know what you’ll discover, and our paths just might cross. Happy tails!
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What’s Cooking with Jan D’Atri Ham and Egg Brunch Cups By Jan D'Atri
They’re easy enough for kids to make and yet elegant enough to serve at your next fancy brunch. They’re called ham and egg brunch cups, but you can also make them with sliced turkey or salmon. I love this recipe because it’s so simple and looks gorgeous on a plate. I’ve included a fantastic recipe for crispy hash browns and a simple way to “fancy up” store-bought, refrigerated cinnamon rolls. These delicious brunch cups are my new favorite way to say good morning. turbing them! I know the tendency is to keep flipping, but don’t! Trust me!)
Ingredients:
Ham and Egg Brunch Cups (Serves 4) Ingredients:
4 slices deli-style ham, turkey or smoked salmon 4 large eggs 4 teaspoons milk or cream 4 tablespoons shredded or sliced cheese Salt and pepper to taste Herbs like thyme or chives for garnish
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray cupcake tin or ramekins with nonstick cooking spray or grease with butter. Line each cup with a piece of ham, turkey or several pieces of smoked salmon. Ham, turkey or salmon should cover the bottom and sides of the cup. Break an egg into each cup. Pour 1 teaspoon of milk or cream on top of each egg. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. Bake for about 12 minutes or until egg whites are opaque and eggs are done. Remove egg cups from oven. Sprinkle with tablespoon of shredded cheese or a piece of sliced cheese. Garnish with herbs. Serve immediately.
Crispy on the Outside Hash Browns (Serves 4)
(The secret to these perfectly crispy hash browns is letting them cook without dis-
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1 large russet potato, peeled and shredded 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided Salt & pepper to taste
Directions:
Roll shredded potato up several paper towels and squeeze tightly to draw out the moisture. Repeat with fresh paper towels if needed. Place shredded potato in a bowl. Toss with salt & pepper. Preheat a large fry pan (preferably nonstick) to medium-high. Place oil in the hot pan and swirl around. Make four patties of potatoes and place in hot skillet, patting them slightly to flatten. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook undisturbed and uncovered for 15 minutes. When bottom is crisp, turn potatoes over. Cook until crisp. Serve immediately.
Watch My How-To Video for Ham and Egg Cups here: https://jandatri. com/recipe/ham-and-egg-cup/
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Here’s a great way to fancy up refrigerated cinnamon rolls. Remove the dough from one canister of Pillsbury cinnamon rolls. On a cutting board, gently push the slices together and with your hands, roll them into one continuous log until there are no visible seams in the dough. With scissors, snip the top part of dough to about three
quarters of the way down. Arrange the cut sections so that each section leans on opposite or alternating sides. Spread the pieces apart, alternating sides. When rolls are done, drizzle with icing and serve.
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delivers diverse menu with optimal customer service By Octavio Serrano
Stuart Gee had a steady paycheck and a corporate job as co-CEO of Mimi’s Café when he became disillusioned with administrative work. He dropped everything and moved to Phoenix to be closer to his family. Shortly thereafter he found his passion: Tru Burger. Gee acquired the restaurant that offers a diverse food and liquor menu. He’s hoping to establish a legacy that his grandchildren can be proud of. “To me, this is my life,” says Gee, 55. Gee scrutinized the menu and saw deficiencies throughout. He wanted a higher-quality and healthier burger. “We upgraded everything,” Gee says. “We looked at the buns. We looked at the beef that we were selling and upgraded.” Tru Burger now uses certified Black Angus, as its base burger, and it doesn’t include added hormones or antibiotics. Customers can build their own burger, from the bun to the toppings. Beef isn’t the only option, however. The Impossible Burger is a vegetarian choice that “looks and tastes like real meat.” The Tokyo
Burger includes a house-prepared ahi tuna patty with lemon zest, panko crumbs and mayo served on a brioche bun brushed with miso ginger aioli. Tru Burger recently added three entrées— grilled chicken and fries, a paillard-style grilled chicken with lemon herb butter; salmon and fries with herb butter; and the steak and fries. Tru Burger has also developed its bar, as well. Local craft beers and natural juicers and mixers are prevalent, along with clever mixed drinks. “We really upgraded the quality of wine and then focused on bourbon and whiskey and brown spirits side of things,” Gee says. The smoky old-fashioned is one of the most popular drinks. “We barrel-age premium bourbon and we add some things to it,” Gee says. “We’ll mix in a cinnamon stick and a vanilla bean and we’ll put the bitters and some of the other things in there and let it mellow even more. “When we serve it, we’ll put a dome over and infuse wood chip smoke inside of it.” The quality of food is important to the people
of Anthem, Gee says, as they are continuously looking for restaurants to enjoy. “I think the Anthem people are very picky about how they spend their dollars and are not forgiving when the restaurants do not deliver,” Gee says. “So, what we try to do every day is to be consistent and be better than the guy next door.” As Tru Burger expands, Gee says it will stay relevant and give its guests what they want. “What we will do is continue to refine, restructure and innovate as we go forward within what we think the rules of a burger bar and grill should be,” Gee says.
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H E A LT H
Ask the Pharmacist Vaccinations especially vital to diabetics By Tara Storjohann, with Pilar Mackey
As a community pharmacist, I have many patients with diabetes who are looking for ways to stay healthy and prevent complications from having high blood sugars. Most recommendations I have are lifelong commitments such as diet changes or taking daily medications. However, there is something I can recommend that is safe, easy and doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t require daily attention: getting vaccinated against five key diseases. Read on to find out which vaccines are recommended for the more than 30 million patients in the United States with diabetes.
Influenza (flu) Getting the flu can raise your blood sugar levels higher than normal. It is also harder for patients with diabetes to fight off the flu. It is recommended that all patients with diabetes receive the flu vaccine every year. It is important to get it every year because the strains of the flu the vaccine prevents change from year to year based on what the most popular types of flu are in that specific flu season.
Pneumonia The American Academy of Dermatology recommends sunscreens and lip balms with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30+ that is water-resistant and provides broadspectrum protection against UVA/UVB rays. Although it may seem like thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a big difference, SPF 30 blocks 96.7 percent of UVB radiation, while a greater SPF blocks about 98 percent. Apply at least 1 ounce (enough to fill a shot glass) of sunscreen to your entire body 30 minutes before going outdoors and all sunscreen products should be reapplied every two hours.
Pertussis It is very important for diabetics to be protected against pertussis (also known as
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whooping cough), because it can lead to more serious complications if not vaccinated. All patients, regardless of diabetes status, should have one dose of the vaccine that contains tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis vaccine (Tdap). This vaccine can replace one of your 10-year tetanus boosters, but you do not have to wait 10 years after your last tetanus booster to get it. Talk to your pharmacist or doctor about getting the Tdap vaccine today!
these diseases. Make an appointment to see your doctor or stop by your local pharmacy without an appointment to discuss which vaccines are right for you! https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/data/statistics/ statistics-report.html
Hepatitis B People with diabetes are more at risk of contracting hepatitis B than nondiabetics due to the fact it is transmitted by blood and diabetes requires handling of blood to test sugar levels. This disease affects the liver and can cause long-term health problems. The hepatitis vaccine is given in either a two- or three-dose series â&#x20AC;&#x201C; it depends on what brand of vaccine is used. Your pharmacist and/or doctor can help determine which hepatitis B vaccine is best for you.
Shingles Shingles is a very painful and contagious virus, caused by the same virus as the chicken pox. All diabetics ages 50 and older should receive the two-dose shingles vaccine series (Shingrix) spaced two to six months apart. You may have had the old shingles vaccine, called Zostavax, however the new Shingrix vaccine is much more effective and it is recommended that you get it even if you had the old vaccine previously.
Where can I learn more? The CDC is an excellent source for up-todate recommended vaccines for diabetics. It is available at cdc.gov. Your local pharmacist or your primary care physician are also great sources for information about these vaccines. Vaccines are a safe and quick way to help protect you and those you love against
Pilar Mackey is a firstyear community resident for Walgreens and Midwestern University. She graduated from Wayne State University in Detroit with her Doctor of Pharmacy in 2017. She married her high school sweetheart in October and her and her husband (and their cat, Hamilton) are enjoying exploring everything their new home of Arizona has to offer. Tara Storjohann has resided in Anthem since 2002 and is a pharmacist and an associate professor in the College of Pharmacy at Midwestern University in Glendale. She enjoys spending time in the Arizona great outdoors hiking and snow skiing. She is a health advocate and is passionate about helping others achieve their wellness goals.
WELLNESS
Premier Wellness The ins and outs of hormone therapy By Ann Marie D’Onofrio, WHNP-C, MSN
As a women’s health care nurse practitioner, I have spent years studying and treating hormone imbalances in women. Hormone therapy treatment can be life changing for many women. Not only can it address physical changes, it can also be a key factor in restoring vitality and overall harmony along with a sense of balance in a woman’s life. Here is an outline of what hormone therapy is all about: The most common complaints that bring women of all ages (from child-bearing age to menopause and everything in between) in to consult with a gynecological provider for treatment are: Low/absent sex drive Hot flashes/night sweats Vaginal dryness/painful sex Leaking urine when coughing/sneezing/exercising All of these complaints can often be attributed in part or in full to a decline in the body’s ability to produce sex hormones (either due to aging, taking certain medications or hysterectomy) and there is no magic age as to when symptoms may appear. There are three sex hormones: Estradiol (estrogen), progesterone and testosterone, and all three need to be balanced and work in concert for optimal sexual health at all stages of life, as well as to keep hot flashes, vaginal dryness and incontinence and frequent UTIs at bay. All three are synthesized in the ovaries and adrenal glands from cholesterol and these are their basic roles: -Estrogen is critical for preventing vaginal wall thinning and atrophy, promoting bone health and helping to keep cognitive decline at bay. -Keeping progesterone levels within normal limits can improve sleep, can help with weight control, starve off anxiety, and must be taken in conjunction with estrogen when a woman has an intact uterus. -It may be surprising to learn women also produce and rely on testosterone. Testosterone in women plays a role in blood cell production, libido, reproduction, sexual desire and satisfaction. Testosterone synthesis starts to naturally decline at age 30. It’s known as the “menopause of testoster-
one” and by the time a woman reaches the age of 40, testosterone levels have decreased by over 50 percent. 3. Careful assessment and analysis of blood values plus a detailed history and physical exam will paint a picture of why a woman is experiencing symptoms. Then, we can initiate a treatment regimen of bioidentical hormone therapy if appropriate to re-establish sexual function and squelch the bothersome symptoms of menopause. 4. Bioidentical hormones. I only use bioidentical hormones for my patients, but there is a lot of confusion out there about what “bioidentical” truly means. Bioidentical simply means it is a medication that is formulated to be identical on a molecular level to the hormones that your body naturally produces. In other words, bioidenticals are copies of the hormonal structure found in our bodies, and your body can’t distinguish them from the ones that your ovaries and adrenals naturally produce. They are also always formulated from plant sources. Bioidentical hormones are formulated from two sources in the United States: a. FDA monitored and approved bioidentical hormones formulated and distributed by pharmaceutical companies. The American College of Obstetrics & Gynecology advocates FDA approved HT formulations over compounded formulations. b. Compounding pharmacies, which are licensed entities but are not regulated or approved by the FDA. Both are bioidentical, and a health care provider knowledgeable and experienced in the field will be able to safely advise and direct you to a formulation that will meet your needs, and determine if you should have your prescription filled at a traditional pharmacy or a compounding pharmacy. My favorite treatment regimen to use is a combination of a bioidentical estrogen and testosterone injection with an oral progesterone and a little vaginal estrogen cream or a vaginal tablet (to combat vaginal dryness and painful sex). This combination is safe and effective and will be closely monitored
Ann Marie D’Onofrio, WHNP-C, MSN, is a board-certified women’s health nurse practitioner at Premier Wellness Center in Anthem. A longtime Anthem resident, she earned a Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Pennsylvania where she graduated summa cum laude.
by ongoing blood work and weekly symptom assessment when patients come in for their injections. I’m not opposed to transdermal creams and gels, but I feel that injectable therapy is much more predictable and controlled than transdermal methods of delivery. 5. Desire and arousal are not the same thing. One is mediated by hormones and the other can be affected by many different factors, which can be situational or environmental. I will sit down and discuss in a very open yet private manner and guide women toward a plan to achieve optimal sexual health at all ages across the lifespan. In addition to balancing hormone levels, I can also guide women to appropriate sex therapy options and providers as needed. 6. What about cancer and hormone therapy? The “landmark” study, referred to as the Women’s Health Initiative of 2002, caused women to abruptly stop their hormone therapy from fear of cancer and a barrage of other negative outcomes. To this day, women still feel fear and doubt centered around hormone therapy because of the WHI results. However, today, it is unanimously accepted in the medical field that the design of the WHI study was extremely flawed and therefore the results should not be extrapolated to the general population of women in the United States. In fact, often, and especially in younger women with no risk factors, the benefits of hormone therapy outweigh the risks. We now have data to support the best medical practice regarding hormone therapy to individualize patient care based on physical exam findings, patient health history, family history, risk factors and symptoms. Fun fact: To put it in perspective, your lifetime risk of developing cancer is significantly higher if you are obese or if you are a flight attendant than it is if you take hormones prescribed by a trained medical professional. To determine if hormone replacement therapy is a good treatment option for you, set up a wellness consultation so we can discuss your individual symptoms and health risks. APRIL 2019 |
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