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Try something new—such as bringing tile into main living areas in addition to your bathrooms and kitchen.

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Homeowners, builders, designers, and product developers are thinking outside the box when incorporating tile into renovations and new builds. From bringing tile flooring up the wall, to using the same tile flooring across multiple rooms, to using water jet technology, they’re working with tile in non-traditional ways. Here are some top tile trends to consider for your interior design project.

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f you are renovating any area of your home, it may be time to try something new—such as bringing tile into main living areas in addition to your bathrooms and kitchen. New designs, styles, and technologies are making tile the most versatile and accessible flooring material. Tile has always been durable and easy to maintain, tile also has a long lifespan and classic good looks, making it a favorite flooring choice wherever homeowners need a floor material that’s both practical and beautiful. Even more design options are available now, making tile a smart floor surface in virtually any room of the home. 8 CoastalHome&Garden I fall-winter 2015

The look of real wood with a rustic finish. Many of the larger-format faux wood tiles mimic the look of real hardwood floors. Less expensive and more durable than real wood, these tile floors are practical yet beautiful choices for active households with children and pets. Details evoke the character of real wood, right down to the nails. “Rustic faux wood is making a huge splash because of its warm, earthy coloring and unusual time-worn finishes such as aged paint, a finish hard to achieve with real wood.

Those longer tile planks. While standard square tile sizes will always have their place in home décor, rectangular tiles—otherwise known as planks— are gaining popularity. New 12-by-24-inch tiles are a hot choice in bathrooms and 6-by-36-inch tiles or 8-inch by 8-feet planks (often in wood-grained looks) are a favorite for living areas. Using longer planks can help smaller spaces look larger, and create an appealing consistency across multiple rooms. While consumers may be familiar with traditional tile shapes such as square or hexagon, these longer tiles offer exciting new design flexibility.

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That poured concrete look. While concrete is a trendy design material right now, it’s not practical for every household or application. New tile styles create the look of poured or stained concrete at a fraction of the cost, and with all the durability, versatility, and ease associated with tile. Tile options range from long rectangular 8-by-18-inch or 12-by-24-inch planks to 18-by-18-inch squares. Tiles are rectified—the edge is cut completely straight—and grout joints are very narrow to further create the look of seamless concrete.

The warmth of heated floors. While heated floors were once a luxury option for homeowners, they’re becoming increasingly mainstream. Tile lends itself to radiant heat beneath the floor in any room of your home, including both the shower floor and shower benches. Temperature can even be controlled using a thermostat.

Unconventional grout and tile design ideas. Using a high-contrast grout color can make the floor pop, and it’s a tactic that works well with mosaic designs. Choosing the right grout color is just as important as the tile you select. Also popular is the concept of mosaic designs that mimic an area rug within a larger section of tile flooring and create the look of custom art within the floor.

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THROWING A DECKED OUT

Deck Party SET THE STAGE FOR SAFETY Nothing spoils a deck party like a nasty splinter, a snag on a protruding nail, or a trip over an uneven board. If your deck needs a “face lift,” replace old, rotting, or warping wood boards with wood-alternative decking that combines durability and lowmaintenance or water proof your area and install light weight concrete or tile. Highperformance composite decking is available in a variety of colors, can withstand years of heavy foot traffic and severe weather, as well as outdoor entertaining mishaps like spills or dropped grilling tools. CREATE COVERAGE For maximum comfort, create a place where guests can get a reprieve from the sun’s heat and rays while still enjoying the great outdoors. A pergola can act as an extension of your house, creating the effect of an outdoor room. The overhead framing contributes to the architectural details of your space while providing shade and protection from the sun. Consider adding a waterproof, retractable canopy into the structure so your party can carry on—rain or shine. Grow vines around it to create added privacy and an extension of your landscape. Or string lights across your pergola to create charming nighttime ambiance. GET MORE FROM YOUR DECOR When selecting furniture for your outdoor living space, think durability and versatility. Pieces made from composite materials will withstand use and environmental elements 10 CoastalHome&Garden I fall-winter 2015

while maintaining their good looks. For maximum flexibility, choose neutral colored pieces that can be accessorized seasonally or even to fit a specific occasion. To keep your outdoor space looking festive and fresh each year, use brightly colored pillows or throws to make the whole space pop. Add extra personality with flowers, eye-catching tableware, and seasonal plants. DESIGN FOR FUN AND FUNCTION When prepping for a party, designate separate areas for relaxing, grilling, beverage service, and socializing. Be sure to include a conversation center by facing sofas and seating together around a fireplace, large coffee table, or other central point to keep conversation flowing. Accompany large chairs with upholstered ottomans to create an inviting atmosphere and increase available seating. Food and drink stations—arguably the most crucial element of a party—should be prominent and accessible to guests. Maximize your guests’ mobility with a buffet of easily edible appetizers and finger foods so friends and family can move around and mingle. Kabobs offer a mobilefriendly “grab-and-go” appetizer that you can customize to suit your guests’ tastes. Offer guests a variety of beverages in a way that allows them to serve themselves. Seek out alternatives to those bulky portable bars or tubs. The Trex Outdoor Storage collection, found at Big Creek Lumber, features an integrated ice cooler with two-inch-thick insulated walls to

Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue, holiday party, or making the most of the fall, the perfect preparations and attention to ambiance are key ingredients to a successful outdoor celebration. Check out these tips for creating a partyperfect deck. hold ice and keep drinks cold for days. Additionally, the new storage line offers other convenient options including trash storage cabinets, hampers, base cabinets, and bench drawers. LIGHT THE NIGHT Keep the party moving long after the sun goes down with ambient candles, light strings in trees, or hanging lanterns for the perfect mood and subtle lighting. For a more permanent solution, energy efficient outdoor lighting provides sophisticated, understated silhouettes that add both beauty and safety to your outdoor space. There are wide arrays of lighting options that can be easily installed into your deck, railing, or landscape.

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Living a greener lifestyle isn’t just about conserving natural resources, it’s also about saving money. Whether you’re renovating your existing home, or building from the ground up, you can create a home that’s more efficient, cost effective and “green.”

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In terms of heating and cooling, a well insulated home conserves the most energy by creating an airtight seal, locking out any potential hot or cold air drafts. To properly insulate, replace old windows and doors with more energy efficient options, such as triple-pane glass, and add extra insulation to the walls, roof, and basement.

Inefficient appliances can cause a spike in your gas, water, and electric usage. For a simple change, choose LED bulbs for all your light fixtures. To conserve even more energy, opt in for high-efficiency upgrades for your larger appliances, like refrigerators, dishwashers, and clothes dryers, and install water conserving bathroom fixtures to help cut down your home’s overall water usage.

When you’re able to rely on natural light for most of the day, the cost of your electric bill decreases. If you’re renovating, think about ways you can incorporate new window openings to increase the amount of natural light your home is currently receiving. If you’re building, think about incorporating an open floor plan with lots of windows to maximize the flow of natural light from room to room.

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CHOOSING the Right Paint Colors

Paint colors can be very difficult to choose. Check out the following tips for picking the perfect interior paint color for your home. There are some basic colors out there that are default colors. So what kind of paint color is best for your new room or new house? If you are building a new home, reconstructing a room, or simply planning or redecorating, the question of which interior paint color or colors to use is the number one stumper for a lot of people. Most house and room interiors are white. That’s not such a tough decision, right? But the question is what shade of white to use. There is beige, eggshell, bright white, off white, and a host of other subtle variations. These small variations can make a big impact in your room. Then there are the accent colors to choose. What’s the best way to avoid this conundrum? THINK OF A CENTRAL THEME It helps immensely if you have a central theme in mind before you start with anything else. Think of it like writing a good essay. You can’t start if you have 14 CoastalHome&Garden I fall-winter 2015

no focus. Themes give you a great idea about what you want. For example, if you choose a modern Zen theme, you may want to use wood and clean, barelooking designs to achieve that minimalist Zen feel. Thinking up a theme can start with a general idea about the features of your home. It could be your granite countertops in your kitchen or bath, or consider your floor coverings from which you want to build your concept on. For example, you have a variety of colors to choose from, and you want it to be the focus of your room. From that, you may decide to have a look that ties everything together. Your palette is narrowed down to a few colors that complement your idea. THINK OF YOUR FURNITURE If you already have furniture and accent pieces, and you aren’t planning on buying new ones, then you will have to consider how they might affect your interior paint colors. Pick your favorite furniture or centerpiece from which you want to build your concept on. For example, if you have a sofa with a variety of colors that you love and you want it to be the focus of your room, pull colors from that and this will enable you to work with the space and theme you will be choosing. VISUALIZE THROUGH ILLUSTRATION OR SOFTWARE There are a lot of software programs that help you in choosing a paint color. You

input what you want and the program generates three-dimensional images of your future interior design. Many of the paint suppliers offer this technology to their consumers. You can also rely on your own talents for color selection if you’re comfortable creating your own palette. The end result may end up different from your imagination, drawing, or a computergenerated image. BECOME INSPIRED Look at magazines, other homes, or visit your local paint store for inspiration. For those who cannot think of a theme, this should be the first step for you. Looking at other designs is helpful because it gives you something to start with. You might see elements in other designs that you want to incorporate. Since you are dealing with interior colors , visual inspiration and association is the key.

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Consider living in a well-designed home of less than 400 square feet that is easy to clean, affordable, and mobile if you get bored with your surroundings and want a change of scenery. Like the idea? Then you might be ready for what is becoming one of the biggest (no pun intended) movements yet: tiny homes! There are reality shows, communities, and related associations to support and inform consumers about tiny homes.

he typical American home is around 2,800 square feet, while the typical small or tiny house is around 200 to 400 square feet. Tiny houses come in all shapes, sizes, and forms but they focus on smaller spaces and simplified living. Another bonus is there’s no mortgage on tiny homes. Banks will not loan on a home smaller than 400 square feet so you do have to be prepared to pay cash. Once you’re built and moved in, your only expenses are maintenance and daily living.

Tiny homes are ideal for college graduates whose college loans might have put buying a traditional home out of reach, and retirees looking for affordable housing with minimal maintenance. Many owners of traditional homes are building tiny homes on their property to house family members, guests, caregivers, or to rent for extra income. Tiny home builders have said that while they are building the tiny homes people are curious about the project or ask about renting it. In several states, including California and Tennessee, micro home villages are being built for homeless people. A micro home is smaller than a regular tiny home, run by generator, and usually has a mini fridge, Murphy bed, and heating/air conditioning unit. The bathroom facilities in these communities are communal. Microhome communities for the homeless are meant to offer each resident a space to sleep and find privacy. People who spend months and years on benches, under bridges, or inside cars, receive a chance to again have a home with a front porch light and a door that locks. Even if it’s small, it’s something.

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in the home c oa s t a l hom ea nd ga rden .co m Building a tiny home can be a creative and fulfilling experience. It can also cost anywhere from $10,000 to $50,000 to build, depending on the size of the house and your taste in materials. Many people build from recycled materials. Nearly every city or town has a secondhand store that carries recycled building materials. If you take your time and shop around, you can save tons of money by purchasing used materials. Sometimes those used materials are actually new materials that contractors did not need when they were building a new home. Maybe you have a friend who is a builder. Let him or her know what you are looking for and they can keep an eye out for you. If you are not interested in building your own home and have the finances, there are lots of premade tiny homes with all the amenities of a bigger home, just on a smaller scale. A tiny house uses every available inch of space. Inside are the basics: living area, sleeping area, kitchen area, and bathroom. Some tiny homes have lofts that house the sleeping area. To get to the loft, there might be a ladder on the wall or a set of floating stairs that don’t take up too much space. Kitchen areas can be designed as a large part of the home or a small part. Depending on your preferences, you can plumb in a washer and dryer or choose to use that space for something else. Everything is carefully designed and placed for maximum usage of space. Before you start giving away your possessions and downsizing, there are drawbacks to consider. Many towns and cities haven’t yet figured out the legalities of tiny homes. There are space issues, permit questions, and challenges. For instance, if you don’t own land, where do you park your tiny house? If you can find a tiny house village, they usually include all the hook ups you need to maintain your tiny home, almost like an RV park. This makes it much easier to choose your dwelling space, everything is already there, and you don’t have to worry about zoning regulations. Even if you own land you should still check on the regulations for adding a tiny home. Each city or town has its own ordinances on building tiny homes.

Some tiny homes have lofts that house the sleeping area. To get to the loft, there might be a ladder on the wall or a set of floating stairs that don’t take up too much space.

There are several websites devoted to tiny homes. If you are in the “thinking about it” stage, have a look on the Internet and see what is out there. Photos by Molecule Tiny Homes

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GO NATIVE! T I P S F O R WAT E R - S M A R T L A N D S C A P I N G Whether you’re designing a new landscape or just sprucing up your current landscape, native plants are an attractive, water-smart way to make your garden self-sustainable and environmentally friendly. Below are five basic tips for conserving water by converting your garden to native plants. 1

Take into account your local climate as well as soil conditions.

Focus on preserving as many existing trees and shrubs as possible. Established plants usually require less water and maintenance.

Choose plants native to your region. Native plants, once established, require very little to no additional water beyond normal rainfall. Also,

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because they are adapted to local soils and climatic conditions, native plants commonly do not require the addition of fertilizers and are more resistant to pests and disease.

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made easy The Monterey Bay Friendly Landscaping program rewards residents and businesses that transform their once-thirsty landscapes into beautiful, healthy, and sustainable gardens that conserve water and harvest the rain.

onterey Bay Friendly Landscapes have implemented 10 basic ecological design and maintenance standards that maximize water and energy conservation. The standards require maintaining a layer two to four inches of recycled green waste mulch to improve soil health and conserve water, limiting functional turf areas, planting low-water use plants irrigated by drip irrigation in at least 75% of the landscape, and practicing weather-based irrigation scheduling. Going beyond conventional landscape water conservation practices, Monterey Bay Friendly Landscapes are required to manage storm water on site with green infrastructure before sending valuable rainwater down the curb to the storm drain and local waterway. Examples of green infrastructure include harvesting rainwater in cisterns for non-potable uses such as irrigation and toilet flushing, directing roof downspouts to rain gardens and dry creek beds, and replacing impervious (hard) surfaces that create run-off with permeable pavements and landscaping. When soils are improved and made to be more permeable with mulch and compost, the soil transforms into a water savings account. Rainwater stored in the soil during October through April sustains plants during times of winter drought and delays and reduces the need to irrigate with municipal or well water in the spring and summer. By managing storm water with green infrastructure, each Monterey Bay Friendly Landscape plays a part in infiltrating precious rainwater into the soil, promoting groundwater recharge and reducing flooding and storm water pollution downstream. Residential homeowners that participate in the Monterey Bay Friendly Landscape certification program receive permanent discounts at participating local nurseries and landscape supply businesses, as well as an attractive garden sign that can be displayed to show they have achieved a high level of sustainability. Find a certified Green Gardener to design or maintain your Monterey Bay Friendly Landscape, and learn more about all the ways your property can harvest the rain at www. green-gardener.org.

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WINTER GARDENING

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greenhouse can be the avid gardener’s best friend during the fall and winter months. Greenhouses make it possible for us to extend the lifespan of our valuable plants, and sometimes even overwinter them so they can enjoy yet another growing season the following year. If you already own a greenhouse or are thinking of buying one, there are several important things to consider when it comes to prepping your greenhouse for winter use. The primary consideration in winter use of any greenhouse is your local climate. Since our region experiences milder winters, with nighttime temperatures sometimes dipping near the freezing range, extended winter use of your greenhouse will be easier. It’s also important to ask yourself what types of plants you will keep in your greenhouse during the winter months. What range of temperatures do those plants require? In general, you want to overwinter plants that can tolerate some fairly cool weather. Tropical warm weather plants that are very sensitive to the cold will not do well in an outdoor greenhouse during cold winter months. Once you’ve determined the type of 24 CoastalHome&Garden I fall-winter 2015

plants you’ll be growing and the lowest possible temperatures of your local area, you’re ready to consider alternate heat sources for your greenhouse. Remember, daytime temps in a greenhouse will typically be 20 to 40 degrees warmer than the outside air. At night, however, the air inside the greenhouse will fall to about the same temperature as the cool night air outside. This is the time when you have to protect your plants from possible freezing in your greenhouse. If the nighttime temps will only dip to the 50 or 60 degree range, and you have fairly hardy plants in your greenhouse, you may not have to provide an alternate heat source. A very easy and inexpensive way to provide a little additional heat is to place several very large rocks or buckets of water inside the greenhouse. During the day, the rocks and water will absorb the heat from the ambient air. At night, they will then radiate that heat back out into the greenhouse. If you’re dealing with much colder nighttime temperatures, such as those that are within the freezing range, you’ll likely have to bring in some small electric heaters. Look for portable heaters that are specifically designed for use in greenhouses. These heaters will feature thermostats and automatic on and off switches that are programmable. A greenhouse heater is also designed to run for quite a few

hours at a time, if needed, without overheating. Last but not least, if you do have some snow accumulation in your area, be sure you remove the snow from your greenhouse as quickly as possible. Snow on the roof or sides of your greenhouse will reduce or completely eliminate any possible solar gain during the daytime. Furthermore, if you get too much snow on top of a greenhouse, even one that isn’t in use in the winter, you have to worry about snow load on the roof and possible damage to the structure. In any case, it’s always a good idea to keep snow brushed off the roof on a regular basis. As you can see, greenhouse gardening during the colder winter months isn’t impossible, particularly if you live in a mild climate. With a few simple steps and some pre-planning , you’ll be well on your way to raising beautiful plants year round.

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onions

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Autumn planting onion sets are easy to grow and will virtually look after themselves over winter. Onions have a long growing season and won’t be ready for harvesting until next summer, so you will need to plan carefully as they will still be in the ground when you start planting other crops in spring. In recent years, shallots have become more popular with the trendy gardener for its intense and concentrated flavor.

garlic

Growing garlic couldn’t be easier to grow and there are lots of varieties to choose from for fall planting. Like onions, they have a long growing season and won’t be ready to harvest until the following summer, but it is well worth the wait! Garlic is well suited to most culinary dishes, but if you enjoy the fuller flavor of baked garlic, then try the attractive variety of red garlic for its delicious creamy texture.

peas

Enjoy an early crop of peas next spring. Once planted, peas need little attention other than watering and harvesting. Pests and diseases are rarely a problem, particularly if disease-resistant varieties are planted. Just keep an eye out for aphids on the pea plants and get rid of them with a sharp spray of water from the 26 CoastalHome&Garden I fall-winter 2015

Most winter vegetable plants are fully hardy and will cope well with cold winter weather. Most can be planted or sown in the fall or winter to ensure that your vegetable garden is fully stocked.

garden hose. Peas thrive in cool weather and young plants will tolerate light frosts.

spring onions

Hardy winter varieties of spring onion make a tasty accompaniment to winter salads. They are a fairly quick growing crop and early autumn sowings should be ready to harvest by early spring. “White Lisbon” spring onions are a popular and reliable winter variety.

spinach

Spinach makes an excellent “cut and come again” crop that will produce huge yields of tasty leaves. Early fall sowings will keep you supplied with tender young leaves throughout winter and with regular harvesting will continue to crop well into summer!

broad beans

Fall sown broad beans can be harvested in spring up to a month earlier than spring-sown plants. Broad beans are one of the best for autumn sowings, being particularly quick to establish.

asparagus

If you have plenty of space then why not plant a permanent asparagus bed this autumn. Although asparagus beds take several years to establish, each asparagus crown can produce up to 25 spears per year and will continue cropping for 25

years. You will need to be patient with this crop, as it will be 2 years before you can harvest them properly. The promise of tender, homegrown asparagus spears is well worth the wait.

winter salads

Salads are not just for summer! Plant tasty “cut and come again” mixes. Cover for harvesting throughout the winter months. Plant rows of lamb’s lettuce, land cress, and mustard to add a spicy, peppery flavor to your winter salads. For tasty, crisp heads of lettuce you can also try the Winter Gem variety.

carrots

A popular root vegetable that is easy to grow in sandy soil, carrots are resistant to most pests and diseases and are a good late season crop that can tolerate frost. Not all carrots are orange; varieties vary in color from purple to white.

pak choi

This dual-purpose oriental vegetable can be harvested young throughout the winter as individual salad leaves, or let the heads mature and add the succulent stems to stir-fries. Pak choi is quick to mature and packed full of healthy vitamins A and C as well as calcium, iron, and folic acid. Although it is often grown as a summer crop, pak choi can still be sown in late summer for transplanting under cover in fall.

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BerrY BOOM

BERRIES LEAD THE WAY TO BILLIONS OF DOLLARS IN FARM INCOME FOR CALIFORNIA’S CENTRAL COAST.

California is the nation’s leading producer of berries. In 2014, more than 2.3 billion pounds of berries were harvested, amounting to 88 percent of the country’s total berries both fresh and frozen. Central California’s unique coastal environment provides moderate temperatures year round with warm sunny days and cool humid nights, the optimum combination for growing berries. The California berry crop’s value is approximately $2.6 billion and according to the California Department of Food and Agriculture strawberries are the fifth most valuable fruit crop produced in California. California’s northern berry growing region includes Santa Cruz and Monterey Counties and some acreage in Santa Clara and San Benito counties. Watsonville and Salinas account for about half of the state’s 40,000 acres of strawberries.

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Shipments from northern areas begin in April, peak in May or June, and continue through November. All California berries are handpicked so that only the highest quality berries are harvested. berry plants continually produce new fruit throughout their season. During peak season plants are harvested every three days. Fresh berries are rushed to coolers, where huge fans remove the field heat, and then shipped within 24 hours on refrigerated trucks or air freighted to their final destination. This long growing season contributes to California’s high berry yields. Other areas of the country have shorter production cycles, from an average of five-months to as short as a few weeks. Approximately 75 percent of California berries are harvested for the fresh market, with 25 percent frozen for the processed market. Approximately 16.3 percent of the fresh California berry crop is exported with Canada leading the way followed by Mexico, Japan, and Hong Kong.

Top 10 in crops for Monterey and Santa Cruz Counties combined for 2014: 1. Strawberries, Raspberries, and Other Berries = $1,105,127,000 2. Leaf Lettuce = $775,432,000 3. Head Lettuce = $651,136,000 4. Broccoli = $412,084,000 5. Nursery Stock = $406, 267, 000 6. Wine Grapes, Apples, and Other Tree/ Vine Fruit = $264,136,000 7. Misc. Vegetables = $231,863,000 8. Cauliflower = $188,173,000 9. Celery = $180,685,000 10. Spinach = $157,834,000 Total for the top ten = $4,372,737,000 Crop values, acreage, and yield vary from year to year and are influenced by many factors including weather, labor, market demand, and crop rotation. Overall production values remain high because of exceptionally fertile soil, a climate that allows for year round production, and consumer demand for high value crops. Many value-added and organically produced commodities are grown in this region.

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Holiday Wine Pairings Hosting a holiday meal at your house this year? Before you get down to cooking, you’ve got to plan the menu and shop for it. And of course a fabulous holiday dinner must have wine with it. There are so many different types of wines! So what kind goes with which types of food? This guide can help you choose the perfect varietal for your meal, so you don’t end up wandering the wine aisles in a state of confusion. Turkey is a favorite at any holiday dinner. Many people assume that white wine is an automatic pairing, but it’s best to pair turkey with a fruity, lighter bodied red wine. Here are three that will bring out the best in your holiday turkey dinner: PINOT NOIR – The lightest bodied of all the red wine varietals, the graceful, silky mouth feel of this wine and the wonderful earthiness will make you want to follow every bite with a sip. BEAUJOLAIS – This southern Burgundy varietal is a classic turkey pairing. The high acid will help cut through the richness of your side dishes, while the low tannins won’t 30 CoastalHome&Garden I fall-winter 2015

overpower the delicate white meat.

ZINFANDEL – This fruity, high-alcohol wine is perfect with a holiday meal. Zin is heavier than a pinot or Beaujolais and will be better suited to a meal with side dishes that are rich and buttery.

Ham is a Christmas dinner classic. Hams usually need a sweetness to them to balance out the saltiness of the meat. Generally white wines are best with a good ham. RIESLING – A good Riesling is the perfect accompaniment to ham, especially if it’s smoked. The minerality and brightness will help it stand out against all the complex side dishes. CHARDONNAY – A good chardonnay with little-to-no oak will be an excellent pairing with your ham. The full bodied, well rounded wine will not be overpowered even by rich side dishes. Many people opt for red meat on their holiday table, usually a beef rib roast. Beef nearly always needs a big red wine to stand up to its richness, and typical holiday preparations tend to make this even more true. SYRAH – Syrah is a big red varietal

from the Rhone valley in France. Its red and black fruit flavors make it a classic beef pairing. Any good Syrah will make a great beef pairing at your holiday meal. SANGIOVESE – Sometimes also called Brunello, Sangiovese is a varietal that can do great things on your table. This wonderful Italian wine has strong notes of red fruit and hints of leather and tobacco, making it a perfect pairing for beef. CABERNET SAUVIGNON – Usually the biggest and boldest red wine, cabs have a high tannin content that makes them the most typical red meat pairing. You should open the bottles an hour or so before serving to let the wine breathe a little.

Don’t forget the dessert wines. The secret of serving dessert wine is that it should be sweeter than the dessert and should match the flavor intensity. If the dessert is delicate or fruity, serve a Muscat, which should be chilled before serving. A heavy chocolate dessert, such as a torte, will do well with a port or Madeira wine. A dessert wine with, after, or in place of dessert can set your dinner apart from just another meal.

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As you’re looking for unique ways to entertain this summer, consider hosting a Mediterranean feast, California style!

LIVE LONGER, L ive Better WHY THE MEDITERRANEAN DIET JUST MAY BE THE MOST DELICIOUS MEAL PLAN YET Olives and olive oil, fresh vegetables and fruit, whole grains, nuts, legumes, fresh fish and seafood, lean meats, cheese and yogurt and red wine. This may sound like the grocery list for a delicious dinner party (and you wouldn’t be wrong), but these foods are also the staple components of the Mediterranean diet. An observational study conducted by Harvard University and published in the New England Journal of Medicine suggests that eating a diet consisting of foods that align with the Mediterranean diet, such as olives and olive oil, are associated with promoting longevity. Data from the study, which looked at female nurses of predominantly European ancestry, suggests that women who adhere to the Mediterranean diet had longer telomeres in their blood cells. Telomeres are DNA sequences that get short when cells divide, so their length is thought to be a measure of a cell’s aging. Because the study design precluded researchers from establishing a temporal 32 CoastalHome&Garden I fall-winter 2015

association between dietary habits and telomere length, the single-measure test used prevented the estimation of associations between the Mediterranean diet and telomere attrition rate in addition to the telomere dynamics possibly differing among other ethnicities.

Enjoy a taste of the Mediterranean with an al fresco California-grown Mediterranean feast. Here are a few tips to put together a delicious Mediterraneaninspired spread that everyone will love, whether or not they follow the Mediterranean diet:

OLIVES, A DELICIOUS PART OF THE MEDITERRANEAN DIET

Keep it rustic, yet elegant by serving dishes on wooden boards and serving platters family-style. Select earth-toned linens and decorate the table food like lemons, rosemary and other whole fruits and vegetables for a casual and culinaryfocused look.

Olives, such as California Ripe Olives, are an essential part of the Mediterranean diet and are as good for you as they taste. Their unique flavor, texture, and color make them one of the most versatile ingredients in the pantry, and make a perfect addition to a variety of dishes from appetizers to entrees. Olives are picked and canned at their peak, making them a delicious way to get a variety of nutrients such as vitamin A (60 IU per serving), vitamin E (.25mg per serving), iron (.49mg per serving) and fiber (.5 grams per serving). Olives, much like olive oil, contain monounsaturated fat - the good fat - which is associated with increased longevity, decreased risk of heart disease, reduced risk of chronic disease, lower blood pressure, and improved brain function.

Build your meal around the freshest ingredients you can find. Look for fresh in-season fruits like other California crops such as figs, grapes, squash and other fruits and vegetables. Create a Mediterranean-inspired/ California Grown cheese board with an array of cheeses, nuts and olives. For a simple Mediterranean-twist on marinated olives, combine black ripe olives with olive oil, lemon zest and herbs. Pair freshly grilled fish with a simple tapenade made with black ripe olives, olive oil, garlic and roasted red bell peppers for savory Mediterranean flair.

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THE ART OF CANNING

or many, canning has been a family tradition. It may be one that you continue with your own family or you have created your own spin on the tradition of home canning. Canning is something that can be enjoyed year round when you live on the beautiful Central Coast. We have incredible farmer’s markets to purchase fresh, local produce and a mild climate that supports abundant gardens and a wide variety of crops and orchards. There are plenty of vegetables and fruits that can be preserved for your eating enjoyment, any time of the year. Although canning sounds like it may be difficult, it is actually very easy. With just a few supplies, and some fruit and/or vegetables, you’re ready to go! Once you get started, you’ll find that canning allows you to get creative. From salsa to soup, apple and cranberry sauce, and even pumpkin and squash, there are canning recipes for every palate. There are two methods to preserve fruits and vegetables: water bath and pressure canning. The water bath is an easier method and better suited for a beginner. You’ll only need a big pot, tongs, and your preserving jars. Water bathing is easy—the empty jars have an initial bath in simmering water and once they are filled and sealed they have another bath in boiling water. They are then laid out to cool. Pressure canning is a bit more complicated, as it involves checking temperatures, making sure timing is correct, and using a pressure cooker. The reason for pressure cooking is that certain vegetables and fruits need a higher temperature to preserve than the water bath can provide. Pressure canning is definitely a method for the experienced canner. If you’re a novice canner, start with the water bath. You can always progress to pressure canning when you’re ready to kick your canning skills up a notch.

GET CREATIVE WITH CANNING RECIPES FOR SOUPS, SALSAS, AND MORE!

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The initial investment in canning can be a bit intimidating. Lots of people try it, don’t keep with it, and donate their supplies to a secondhand store. Before you go out and buy all new canning supplies, check your local secondhand stores first. Secondhand stores are usually always crowded with used canning jars. Before you buy used jars, inspect them very carefully for cracks and/or chips. Jars that have cracks and chips are not suitable for canning, as bacteria can grow and cause all kinds of health issues, including Botulism. Make sure that any used jars you plan to can with have ZERO cracks or chips! Canning can be a family activity that is fun for everyone. Kids can help with picking the vegetables out of the garden (or picking them out at the farmer’s market), they can peel vegetables and fruits, and if old enough cut into the correct size to fit in the jar. When it is time to eat what you’ve canned, the family will enjoy it more because they were involved in the process!

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4 lbs pickling cucumbers (about 16 small to medium) 3 cups sugar 2 tbsp salt 6 cups vinegar 2 tbsp mixed pickling spice fresh dill (1 head per jar) 6 Garlic Cloves 6 16 oz glass preserving jars with lids and bands

Directions Heat water to simmering in large canning pot. Heat the jars in the water until ready for use. Do not boil. Wash lids in warm soapy water and set bands aside. Wash cucumbers. Drain. Cut cucumbers into 1/4-inch thick slices, discarding ends. Combine sugar, salt and vinegar in a large saucepan. Tie pickling spices in a spice bag and add to vinegar mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes. Keep hot until ready for use. Remove spice bag. Pack cucumbers into hot jars leaving 1/2-inch headspace. Place one sprig of dill and one garlic clove in each jar. Ladle hot liquid over cucumbers leaving 1/2-inch headspace. Remove air bubbles. Wipe rim. Center hot lid on jar. Apply band and adjust until fit is fingertip tight. Place filled jars in large pot of boiling water for 15 minutes. Remove jars and cool. Check for seal after 24 hours. Lids should not flex up and down when center is pressed.

Pears in Syrup Ingredients s 8 1/2 lbs ripe but firm Bartlett (they are the best for canning) pears, peeled, cored, halved, treated to prevent browning and drained (about 24-36 medium) s 1 batch hot light or medium syrup s 8 16 oz glass preserving jars with lids and bands

Directions Prepare pears by peeling, coring, and halving them. To prevent browning, submerge pears in a mixture of 1/4 cup lemon juice and 4 cups water and drain. To prepare syrup, combine 2 1/4 cups granulated sugar and 5 1/4 cups water for light and 3 1/4 cups granulated sugar and 5 cups water for medium in a stainless steel saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Reduce heat to low and keep warm until needed, taking care not to boil the syrup down. Place the pears to warm, one layer at a time, in a large stainless steel saucepan, over medium-low heat, in syrup until heated through, about 5 minutes. Pack the hot pears, using a slotted spoon, cavity side down and overlapping layers, into hot jars to within a generous 1/2 inch of top of jar. Ladle hot syrup into hot jar to cover pears, leaving 1/2-inch headspace. Remove air bubbles and adjust headspace, if necessary, by adding hot syrup. Wipe rim. Center lid on jar. Apply band until fit is fingertip tight. Place the jars in pot of boiling water for 20 minutes. Remove jars and cool. Check lids for seal after 24 hours. Lid should not flex up and down when center is pressed.

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MAN’S BEST FRIEND?

YOU BET!

t is becoming increasingly evident that pets benefit their owners physically, psychologically, and socially. It may sound like a tall order for a small bundle of fur to fill, but there’s apparently a lot to be said for the snuggling, laughter, and unconditional love that pets provide.

While human best friends can be evaluative or judgmental, pets are not. With the growing number of elderly people living alone, pets are especially important in increasing their interest in life. Pets give the elderly something to care for, as well as providing an opportunity for exercise and socialization. Taking care of a pet can also serve as an alarm clock for elderly people, reminding him or her to take care of themselves. In fact, animal companionship can dramatically improve the quality of life and may even have a positive impact on longevity. Animals also give us a muchneeded natural outlet for touching and cuddling, especially to those who live alone. The next time you find yourself tense or irritable, take a few minutes to play with your pet. You may find that animal companionship is a wonderful prescription for healthy relaxation! Pets ease the advent of old age by diverting an older person’s attention away from his or herself and onto the playful antics of a dog or cat. The aches and pains are momentarily forgotten. Pets are a source of ongoing life, plus they are a great ego booster and their love is unconditional. The results are undeniable. Quality time spent with an animal can be used to manage behavior, stimulate memory, encourage muscle groups to work in harmony, and much, much more. 36 CoastalHome&Garden I fall-winter 2015

Acceptance and attention from an animal can restore feelings of self-worth and lift one from the seat of despair, depression, and boredom. In a recent study, researchers found that elderly people who own pets visit doctors less often than those without four-legged friends. Allowing pet owners to love and feel loved may be the greatest contribution pets make. The routine of caring for a pet can give structure and purpose to daily life. Maybe you don’t always want to get out of bed, but your pet wants you to, and isn’t that a good thing? People benefit from regular physical exercise regardless of their age. But it is hard to get into a regular exercise routine and so very easy to skip it. Having a dog can be a great way to make walking a regular part of your permanent daily plans. Walking your dog is a wonderful way to meet new friends. In the past, a move to a nursing home or retirement community meant giving up this important bond with the animal world. While some retirement communities, assisted living facilities, and nursing homes still don’t allow pets, many of them have decided to integrate pets into their communities, as the pet therapy benefits to the elderly is overwhelming. Some senior communities have volunteers that come in and help the residents take care of their pets.

Before you run and choose a pet for yourself or someone else, think about the living situation. That will weigh big on what type of animal you are choosing. A small apartment may mean no big dogs. Is it too much to clean out a litter box? Maybe a cat is not such a good idea. Observe the animal for a while before you adopt; get a feel for his or her personality. An older, more mature animal may make a better pet for an elderly person. While it is fun for children to have puppies to chase and play with, an elderly person who can’t get around easily would probably prefer a quieter, less hyper pet. All in all, owning a pet in your later years is a win-win situation. You both get lots of love and kisses!

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IMPROVE YOUR body & mind O utdoors

t’s no secret that spending time outdoors is good for your health and wellbeing. From taking in fresh air during a walk through the park to taking advantage of the outdoor recreation facilities in your community, getting outside does a body good. In the context of the nation’s obesity epidemic, parks and recreation spaces provide outlets for Americans to have much-needed physical activity with swimming pools, bike trails and various sports fields. Some communities even feature parks with amenities to encourage year-round use. Beyond the mental health benefits associated with physical activity, spending time outdoors is good for the body, as well. Countless studies show the health benefits of nature when people who have been suffering from stress, sickness, or a trauma can spend quiet contemplative time in gardens or take to the mountains or woods to heal. In some communities, particularly in urban and low-income areas, playgrounds afford the only interaction

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many children have with nature. People who live in communities that are walkable, have access to bike trails, and are near parks and green space have higher levels of health than those in communities lacking those amenities, according to Dr. Richard J. Jackson, former director of the National Center for Environmental Health and star of the PBS series “Designing Healthy Communities.” What you may not realize is that significant work and planning goes into creating outdoor spaces that promote physical and mental well-being. Landscape architects help communities maximize opportunities for daily exercise like walking and biking, as well as places that optimize mental and physical restoration, such as therapeutic gardens. Consider these tips to make the most of the active living designs, such as parks and plazas, in your community:

Mix up your routine so you take advantage of fresh scenery. Choose the path lined with trees shimmering their

autumn colors or take a route that lets you appreciate the late season blooms in a manicured flower-bed.

Get fit by exploring. The park closest to home may be most convenient, but venturing out to discover new outdoor recreation areas is a great way to keep active while enjoying a daily dose of nature. Blend education and activity. Learning about the animals, such as birds, and all the vegetation that inhabit your favorite park makes it rewarding to enrich the body and the mind.

Think outside the box. Box building, that is. Many parks and community centers offer outdoor versions of classes traditionally held inside. Yoga, aerobics, swimming, even group walks are possibilities worth exploring.

Remember to practice smart hydration. Protect the environment by carrying a refillable water bottle that lets you keep thirst at bay and your body temperature in check.

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Whether you are a resident, or visiting here on the Central Coast, this is the perfect location to relax, refresh, and rejuvenate. Here are just some of the places where you can find a better life experience for you and your loved ones. So, take the time to relax and enjoy!

STATE & COUNTY BEACHES & PARKS The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park Thirty miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking or a leisurely stroll. Directions: State Park Drive exit from Hwy 1 North to Soquel Drive. Turn right. Go east one mile to Aptos Creek Road. Turn left (N) on Aptos Creek Road to park entrance. Tel: 831-7637063 www.thatsmypark.org Seacliff State Beach & Visitor Center – Rio Del Mar Beach At the end of the fishing pier, the USS Palo Alto, a cement ship built during World War I, has been a popular attraction since 1929. Directions: State Park Drive exit from Hwy 1 South toward Monterey Bay to the park entrance. 201 State Park Drive Aptos. Tel: 831-685-6442 www.thatsmypark.org

New Brighton State Beach & Pacific Migrations Visitor Center This 93-acre park offers spectacular views of the Monterey Bay. Its family-friendly campground sits on bluffs high above the Pacific Ocean. Directions: New Brighton/ Park Avenue exit off Hwy 1, turn right (S) at bottom of ramp, then left at first stop sign. Follow the road to park gate. 831-464-5620 or 831-685-6444. www. thatsmypark.org Capitola Beach Enjoy this popular and famous beach beside Capitola Village with its famous Esplanade lined with shops and restaurants. Capitola, CA 95010. Twin Lakes State Beach A wide welcoming beach with beach volleyball adjacent to the picturesque Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor with its fine restaurants and shops. Take Soquel Avenue to 7th Avenue, turn South, dead-ends at Twin Lakes State Beach and East Cliff Drive. 831-429-2850 www. thatsmypark.org Seabright State Beach A long sandy beach between the Boardwalk and the Santa Cruz Harbor with the Walton Lighthouse on the east and the San Lorenzo River on the west. A popular beach for locals in Santa Cruz.

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Santa Cruz Main Beach & Cowell’s Beach Play volleyball, learn to surf, or just work on your tan. Visit the world-famous Santa Cruz Boardwalk and Municipal Wharf with its fantastic dining and shops. Along Beach St. west from San Lorenzo River in Santa Cruz.

West Cliff Drive A scenic drive, walk or bicycle ride between the Santa Cruz Wharf and Natural Bridges State Park. Santa Cruz Lighthouse & Park This historic lighthouse, originally dedicated in 1870 and rebuilt in 1967, is a front row seat on Monterey Bay and the local surfing culture. Lighthouse Point, West Cliff Drive Santa Cruz. 831-420-6289 www. lighthousefriends.com

Natural Bridges State Beach Winter refuge for Monarch Butterflies, great beach, sandy cove, tide pools, nature trail through the Butterfly Preserve, several hiking trails, and a bicycle trail around the park. Entrance at West Cliff Drive & Swanton Blvd. Santa Cruz. 831423-4609 www.thatsmypark.org

Wilder Ranch State Park Within its 7,000 acres, has 34 miles of hiking, biking, and equestrian trails winding through coastal terraces and valleys. The grounds include Victorian homes, barns, shops, gardens, and a historic adobe. Directions: From Santa Cruz, go north on Hwy 1 two miles past Western Drive and turn left. 831-423-9703 or 831-426-0505 www.thatsmypark.org Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park Its self-guided nature path has many large, old growth redwoods with the tallest standing 285 feet tall and 16 feet wide. The oldest trees are from1400 to 1800 years old. Directions: From Scotts Valley – Mt. Hermon road to Graham Hill Rd, turn right, then left onto Hwy 9. From Santa Cruz –Graham Hill road to Hwy 9, turn left. Park is .5 miles on the left. 831335-0782.www.thatsmypark.org

EXHIBITS & MUSEUMS Pajaro Valley Historical Association Established in 1940, PVHA preserves, interprets, and promotes the history of the diverse cultures that shaped California’s Monterey Bay area. The Bockius-Orr House in the city of Watsonville has been the organization’s headquarter since 1997, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. 332 East Beach St. (831) 722-0305 www. pajarovalleyhistory.org The Ag History Project & The Historic Rodgers House – Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds Discover the agricultural history of Santa Cruz County, Pajaro Valley and Watsonville. Visit aghistoryproject.org and/or www.santacruzcountyfair.com/ rodgers-house to learn more about the house, its coming events and how to hold your own event there. Aptos History Museum Located in the Aptos Chamber office, a wonderful community asset with a collection of local artifacts, photographs and information. 7605-B Old Dominion Ct. Aptos (831) 688-1467 www.aptoshistory. org Capitola Historical Museum An extensive collection of photographs and artifacts about Capitola’s history. Its latest exhibit pays tribute to hometown hero Harry Hooper (1887-1974). From 1909 to 1925, Hooper played major league baseball. He helped Boston win four world championships and his teammates included Babe Ruth and Cy Young. 410 Capitola Avenue Capitola. Tel: 831.464.0322 www.capitolamuseum.org

Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History @ McPherson Center Extensive local art and history exhibits. Visit www.santacruzmah.org for current events and exhibitions at the museum. 705 Front Street Santa Cruz, CA. 831-4291964 Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park Misión la Exaltacion de la Santa Cruz was the 12th mission built in California established in 1791. It is Santa Cruz County’s oldest building. The lovely, single-story adobe has been restored to its original appearance. Directions: Take Hwy 1 north to Mission Street – turn left 1/4 mile then left on Emmet Street by Mission Plaza and right on School Street. 831-425-5849 www.thatsmypark.org Seymour Marine Discovery Center A working marine laboratory with exhibits, aquarium, touch tanks, Ocean Discovery Shop, and unsurpassed vistas of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Hold a sea star and marvel at the world’s largest whale skeleton. 100 Shaffer Rd Santa Cruz, 831-459-3800 seymourcenter. ucsc.edu

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History Museum showcases the Ohlone native peoples, Geology, Wildlife & Habitats of the Santa Cruz Region and the Marine Life of the Monterey Bay. 1305 East Cliff Drive Santa Cruz. 831-420-6115 santacruzmuseum.org Santa Cruz Surfing Museum Surfing was introduced to Santa Cruz in 1885 and has been a surfing center ever since. The museum tells the story of surfing using photographs, surfboards and other memorabilia. West Cliff Drive at Lighthouse Point Santa Cruz, CA. 831420-6289 www.santacruzsurfingmuseum. org

UCSC Arboretum Located on 100 acres in the southwest corner of the UC Santa Cruz campus, the Arboretum at UC Santa Cruz is an unsurpassed garden with flowering plants from around the world. 1156 High Street Santa Cruz, CA 95064. 831.427.2998 http://arboretum.ucsc.edu/ fall-winter 2015 I CoastalHome&Garden 41

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Find the

Silver L inings in life

besTsellINg auThor, Nurse aNd breasT caNcer survIvor hollYe Jacobs shares advIce For healThY lIvINg Every year, approximately 250,000 people are diagnosed with breast cancer. As a vegan-eating, marathon-running mother in her thirties with no family history of breast cancer, Hollye Jacobs was unexpectedly diagnosed with the disease. Now, the nurse turned New York Times bestselling author of “The Silver Lining: A Supportive and Insightful Guide to Breast Cancer” has partnered with Allstate to help everyone impacted by cancer receive a free guide with practical tips, important information and inspiration to inform and support people from diagnosis, through treatment and recovery, and into life after cancer. “I am honored to . . . empower women with knowledge to take control of their health and encourage each other along the way,” said Jacobs. “I hope we can all be there for each other and find the silver linings in life.”

Dress the part

Dress to feel your best no matter where your day takes you, from school to work to chemotherapy. Invest in pieces that make you feel comfortable and confident. During her chemotherapy experience, Jacobs found that cotton scarves were the easiest to tie and most effective at staying comfortably on her head when out and about.

Exercise

Pace yourself and set reasonable goals to take control of a healthy lifestyle. Begin slowly but consistently to establish a positive habit on which you can build; even a slow stroll can be transformative for your health. 42 CoastalHome&Garden I fall-winter 2015

As a follow-up to her successful book, Jacobs offers this inspiring advice on how to find the silver lining and feel your best in any situation.

Healthy eating

Like exercise, good nutrition helps offset exhaustion that comes with the weight of daily stresses and fatigue. A balanced and healthy diet doesn’t have to be expensive. Incorporate nutrient-dense foods like avocados and nuts, and drink plenty of water. Whenever possible, avoid alcohol, sugar, and processed foods.

TheSilverPen.com, which unexpectedly reached audiences far beyond her circle of friends and family. She encourages people to write down at least three silver linings each day, from noticing the color of a flower to petting an animal.

Encourage each other

Be an active participant in your health by learning from trusted sources and resisting the urge to blindly search online for information. When learning anything new, be patient, open, flexible and assertive to find what works best and most comfortably for your routine.

Jacobs’ biggest life lesson from her experience with cancer was that asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. If you think that you could benefit from professional or spiritual support, pursue it. Celebrate positive thinking and remember that everyone reacts to life’s unexpected struggles and pain differently. Be kind and patient with others and, most importantly, yourself.

Express yourself

For Jacobs, writing was cathartic. Her book evolved from her blog, www.

Educate yourself

The free Silver Lining Companion Guide is available for download or for pick up at participating distribution centers and select Allstate agencies nationwide. Download or find the nearest participating distribution center at www.Allstate.com/ SilverLining.

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BUSINESS & SERVICE BANKING BAY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION 831.479.6000 www.BayFed.com Bay Federal Credit Union is a full service, not for profit financial cooperative. We provide personal and business banking services but, unlike a bank, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re owned by our accountholders and members like you! Our goal is to be better than a bank by delivering outstanding service, competitive savings yields, low loan rates, and many low and no-cost services. Our Board of Directors is made up of unpaid volunteers who spend countless hours ensuring the safety and stability of your money in the Credit Union.

CARPET CARPET KING 6000 Soquel Dr., Aptos 831.476.4849 carpetking@sbcglobal.net www.carpetking.org Locally owned and operated for over 28 years in Santa Cruz County. Customer service is our #1 goal. Let us help make your home beautiful. Come visit our showroom for a wide selection of handmade area rugs, wall-to-wall carpet or to schedule your carpet cleaning.

CLEANING HOUSE CLEANING BECKIE STYLE! 20 Lily Way, La Selva Beach 831.254.1538 Beckie Style means I take care of your home so you can take care of your life! Your home is a matter of pride, let me make it shine! I have 25 years experience and references to engender your trust. Let me clean your home so you can relish your time there! 44 CoastalHome&Garden I fall-winter 2015

CONSTRUCTION PORTER CONSTRUCTION 110 Glen Canyon Road, Santa Cruz 831.426.1681 www.jporterconstruction.com Porter Construction is an established contracting business with 36 years of experience specializing in Retaining Walls, Drainage Systems, Remodels, Foundation Solutions, Waterproofing, Woodwork, Fencing, Decking, Driveways, Erosion Control & much more. Call for an estimate.

CONSTRUCTION SUPPLIES APTOS LANDSCAPE SUPPLY 5035 Freedom Blvd, Aptos 831.688.6211 www.aptoslandscapesupply.com Family owned and managed, Aptos Landscape Supply has been in business since 1966. We continue to supply the material for homes of the most beautiful landscapes in Santa Cruz County. We also provide good, personal, friendly service. Our office and sales yard at 5035 Freedom Boulevard is a picturesque place to visit. Come on up and see the abundant amount of material we keep on hand. We look forward to seeing you.

BIG CREEK LUMBER 2 locations: Santa Cruz and Watsonville 831.722.7137 (w) 831.477.1231 (sc) www.Big-Creek.com Big Creek Lumber Company has been in business since 1946 & remains one of the few family-owned lumber companies in the area. We currently operate a sawmill & wholesale sales department, Five Pro Dealer lumberyards, a forestry department, & a logging operation. Big Creek has a long history of practicing superior forest stewardship â&#x20AC;&#x201D; growing, selectively harvesting & milling California redwood and Douglas fir.

TILE OUTLET 3098 Winkle Ave., Ste. A, Santa Cruz 831.479.4300 www. TileOutletSoquel.com Tile Outlet offers granite, marble, and quartz slabs, stone, porcelain, and ceramic tile stone, glass and tile mosaics, tools, supplies and setting materials and much more! Come by for free design assistance!

CUSTOM WOODWORKING WALLIS WOOD WORKS 2608 Mission St. Santa Cruz 831.460.9183 831.460.9184 walliswoodworks@cruzio.com www.walliswoodworks With more than twenty years experience designing and creating custom cabinetry and fine furnishings, John Wallis is proud to have earned a solid reputation for producing high-quality products, providing excellent service and attending to every detail. We custom produce built-in cabinetry, fireplace mantels, entertainment centers, and customer furnishings for home or office. We will help with your full design service and project cost estimates at no charge. To complete your project high quality finishes and professional installation are available.

DESIGN SERVICES GREENSPACE 719 Swift Street 56A, Santa Cruz 831.423.7200 www.GreenSpaceCompany.com The one-stop shop for sustainable interior design and finishes. Cabinetry, green paints & stains, sustainable bamboo, cork, and hardwood flooring; recycled-content countertops & tile; organic latex mattresses; organic cotton towels & linens, and more!

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