Todays Woman August 2010 by Today's Transitions

AUGUST 2010

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Contents August 2010 articles

Man, Oh Man… By Lucy M. Pritchett

On the Cover By Tiffany White

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Power I Am Today’s Man Because… By Lucy M. Pritchett

Carl Stuck makes music women love.

Biz View: Joe

Bulleit

By Cheryl Stuck

Men Who Make Things Women Love

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By Jennifer Thompson

18 Things By Anita Oldham

Twenty Questions with the Mayoral Candidates By Lucy M. Pritchett

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STYLE Handy Men By Kristen Becht

Catch Sight of the Beautiful By Barbara MacDonald

On Top of Their Game By Tiffany White and Anita Oldham

Suit Sense

Closet Rehab:

by Wendy Anguiano

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WELLNESS Monthly Muffin:

The Savory Manly Muffin By melissa Donald

Healthy Man:

Joel Kelly

By Cheryl Stuck

Healthy Man:

Robert Black By Cheryl Stuck

Living Well: Come

On Home By BOB MUELLER

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CONNECTIONS Calendar:

7 Things Not to Miss this Month By Kristen Becht and Gioia Patton

Arts Insider Must-See:

Montgomery Gentry By Gioia Patton

Makeover By Tiffany White

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Man, Oh Man... e wondered… “what is going on in a man’s head?”

So, we set out to meet some

local gents. The ones we found are hearty, handsome, and handy. They are politically astute and involved. They are artistic. They are committed to family, careers, and self-care. Some of them even cook. We like these men and trust that you will too. Enjoy this once-a-year issue and if you figure out what is going on in a man’s head, let us know.

— Lucy M. Pritchett

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On Our Cover

hen Eric Jefferson performs a karate move, he is quick on his feet and never flinches. The former karate student — now a martial arts instructor — began studying at an early age and has earned numerous black belts in various styles of karate. Recently, Eric was inducted into the United States Martial Arts Hall of Fame with the “Master of the Year” award and has earned his Professorship degree through the University of Asian Martial Arts studies. He competes in the Regional Sports Karate Competition, Pro Am Sport Karate Association, and the North American Sport Karate Association. Outside of class, you can see him put his creative skills to use as a tattoo artist at Body Art Emporium Tattoo Studio located on Bardstown Road. Read more about Eric and see his impressive kicks in our fashion feature on page 38. Thanks, Hoops!

We took our cover photos and fashion photos at Hoops House of Basketball which you probably already know about if you are a basketball fan. They have “90,000 square feet of Basketball Heaven,” and host camps and leagues and offer sports training for all ages. You can find out more about what they offer and how to get in on the games at www.wherethegameis.com.

— Tiffany White

Photo by James Moses Styling by Wendy Anguiano

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I Am Today’s Man Because…

photo: jared Asheby

I am a good husband and father. Those are my priorities. I also value my personal well-being and my work. Work is important, but family trumps it every time.

by Lucy m. Pritchett

On Power...

When my clients leave they look better than when they came in. My secret? It’s all about the shampoo technique. I have very large hands and give a good scalp massage with my magic fingers.

On Style...

I can go from blue jeans and a tee shirt to a three-piece suit. I wear a lot of black. My Chevy Tahoe is navy blue, my favorite color. I wear Converse Chuck Taylor sneakers. I went to St. X, so I have a ton of ties...probably 75.

On Connections...

Johnny Bancroft, 32 Hair stylist at Looking Glass Ltd., 1512 Payne Street Household: Wife, Julie, daughter, Lucy, 3, and a “ferocious” miniature dachshund, Roscoe. Neighborhood: Camp Taylor

I am on Facebook. I had Twitter for a day, but I don’t have the time to keep up with that. I am very sociable. We entertain at home...dinner with friends, drinks, cookouts. I have a BlackBerry with the new iPhone 4 on order. I wanted that for its multimedia usage. To take video shots of Lucy in order to capture her childhood moments.

Every Tattoo tells a story...

I am very sentimental. I have a tattoo of a cross on my left arm as a reminder of my two grandmothers and great aunt who died within eight days of each other when I was 20. The rosary is a replica of the one my grandfather carried in World War II. I have a pink ribbon on my left wrist to honor my mother, who is a six-year survivor of breast cancer. On my right arm, there is a fleur de lis that is the start of what will eventually be a full sleeve. And of course there is the I Love Lucy heart. It was my first Father’s Day present.

On Wellness...

I don’t lift weights. They’re too heavy. I stay active with volleyball. I am a steak and potato guy. I quit eating fast food (any place with a drive-thru) in March. I am a big sweet tea drinker and I sometimes get on a Mountain Dew kick.

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A Powerful man At Work

Joe Bulleit

Age: 43 Systems analyst for Powder Keg Fireworks Founder and President of Danger Run Family: wife, Mary; daughter Jessica, 9

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photos: Melissa Donald

As a kid, Joe Bulleit loved going on ghost runs in October. He and his brothers and sisters, would follow a set of clues leading them on a mysterious route to find a haunted house. Joe said, “We loved the game component, puzzle solving and the haunted houses. We went on as many as we could.” But as he got older, the runs offered in the Louisville area weren’t living up to his expectations. The final straw was in 1993, when Joe and his wife, Mary, went on a run and followed simple clues to a so-called haunted house that turned out to be nothing more than garbage bags stretched over monkey bars in a children’s playground. “We were standing in line for this thing and I said to my wife, ‘This is ridiculous. Even I could do a ghost run better than this.’ She said, ‘Well, why don’t you?’” So around Labor Day in 1994, Joe started planning Danger Run. “I had no experience in this. In my mind it was a simple thing. If I could just drive around, pick out a series of roads to drive on, and figure out a way to write those directions in a rhyming clue pattern, people will pay me money to buy these clues and go on a run. That’s pretty much what I thought. Had I known the amount of work it would be I wouldn’t have tried it in the time frame I did.” Danger Run opened on October 14 that year. Joe’s main concern was the quality of the haunted house “after that garbage bag fiasco.” So he decided that instead of trying to set up his own haunted house, he would concentrate on the riddle and games part of it and lead people to an existing haunted house. A u g u s t

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Joe went head-to-head with existing ghost runs that had been operating for 30 years. He made a deal with the owner of the existing Haunted Hotel, paying $5 for tickets that normally sold to the public for $6. He wrote limerick clues for his driving route and re-sold the tickets for $8. Joe’s first Danger Run attracted 1,074 people. The second year, Joe negotiated a better deal for haunted house tickets, had two starting points instead of one, and 5,000 people went on the run. The third year, he added a third starting point and had over 10,000 participants. Now it averages around 12,000 haunted house hunters. This year, the event will cost $15.95 per person. Joe said, “We don’t get rich off of it, but that’s not why we do it. It pays for itself, and we make a little bit of money. “We change the haunted houses pretty regularly. They don’t want to know where they’re going. It’s a mystery. You give them clues and send them out on back roads they’ve never been on before, and they feel like they’re the only person on the face of the earth and in the twilight zone. They don’t know where we’re sending them.” At the starting point, the participants get a booklet filled with rhyming clues and hints. They have to follow the clues, one by one. The route takes them on a 40-to-60-mile drive, depending on the location of the haunted house. ORGANIZING THE RUN

“The biggest piece of it is negotiating and forming a partnership with the haunted attraction and getting all of our sponsors on board.” This year’s sponsors: Lowe’s Home Improvement Warehouse, which will be a starting point; Domino’s Pizza, DQ, and Speedway. Sponsors participate in different ways. For instance, DQ puts Danger Run clues on its reader boards. Joe said, “We design the route to go by as many DQ locations as possible. If you’re out on a run, you can drive through one of the DQs we’re sending you by, and they actually give you free food. Last year, they gave free cheeseburgers. This year might be something else, I don’t know. Speedway — if there are four people or more in the car, which most people do, they get a free $10 gas card from Speedway which pays for the gas to go on the Danger Run. Domino’s Pizza puts our fliers and coupons on their box tops and sends them out all over town with their pizza delivery.” Joe has two people who work with him year-round on Danger Run and when the event opens, that number grows to 30 to 40 paid employees. “I didn’t expect that I would do it this long, but I have no plans to stop because I love it. I like creating the puzzle and the games. I hear from so many people that it’s the highlight of their year. I feel fortunate to have created something that people look forward to.” w w w . i a m t o d a y s w o m a n . c o m

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By Jennifer THOMPSON / photos by Melissa Donald

As women, we usually know what we want, even if it changes day to day (okay, sometimes hour to hour). And I don’t know about you, but I don’t often make a secret of it. Still, we can drop all the hints in the world, circle dates on the calendar, talk about our girlfriends who have something we don’t — and the men in our lives still don’t get it. But there exists a league of extraordinary men who know what we want sometimes better than we do; in fact, it’s their job to know. These men are the ones who know what catches our eyes, tingles our ears, and tempts our taste buds (whether for the betterment or detriment of our waistlines). And the best part is that they’re right here in Louisville and Southern Indiana. Let’s meet the men who love to capture our senses. Charles Rice,

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“Art started out as a passion, not as a profession,” says fine artist Charles Rice. “I didn’t even know there was such a thing as a professional artist.” Rice’s passion showed itself at a young age when his mother gave him books to read; and while he claims to have read them all, he also admits that his favorite part was drawing pictures on the blank pages in the front of every book tucked away at his mom’s house. Rice started in the math program at duPont Manual but says he often “snuck out to art classes” and met success with every contest he entered. Likewise he started out as an electrical engineer at UK but inevitably changed to the fine arts program, which, by the end of his time there, was selecting his artwork to be part of several shows and galleries. Rice is able to connect with women because he has a special woman he uses as a focal point in his pieces: his mother. “Most of my work is very spiritual and nurturing,” he says. “I had a strong mother, and so I’ve done a lot of mother and child pieces.” He says that women are usually excited to discover that he is a professional local artist and are more interested in collecting fine art, while men are usually more engaged by his t-shirt line featuring his artwork. “Women are generally more emotional — they’re more heartfelt and able to connect,” Rice says. “They can really see themselves in the painting on a deep level.” Check out Rice’s artwork at Artbyrice.com or in the E & S Gallery at 108 South 10th Street.

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“Once music is in your blood, it doesn’t go away.” So speaks Carl Stuck, whose blood has been flowing to the beat of rock and pop since he was 6 years old composing his first song, Little Red Rocket. In his late teens and early 20’s, this singer/songwriter/guitarist was already playing in bars and shows throughout the Midwest and South. During those years, Stuck recalls he wasn’t allowed to walk around bars during breaks from playing because he was still underage. After working for such bands as Sugarland and opening for or sharing a stage with REO Speedwagon, the Tubes, and members of Poison, Stuck settled back in the Louisville area for the stability of a life not on the road. But music still keeps his heart pumping as he plays at night and on weekends. While many women admire him for his talents, he has had to battle the stereotype of musicians being womanizers. Regardless of others’ opinions, Stuck lets his music speak for itself. “I try to play to my audience,” he says. “You just have to represent honestly what you’re doing and put it out there for others to see. “You can’t fake someone into liking it.” Stuck knows he often has only one chance to woo his audience, because, as he says, “music is kind of fast food. I’m not playing classical or jazz. There’s new pop music coming out every day.” To keep his audience coming back for more, Stuck strives to make that personal connection with his fans.“I try to make it a shared experience.” Currently Stuck plays with the local band Strumbeat. Visit the band’s Facebook page for details on upcoming shows.

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Many of us (or, if you’re not willing to admit it, I will) rely on our five-minute face like it’s our best friend; some weeks (or months) we see it every day. It’s our saving grace when we’re running late in the morning, and it even helps us smooth over our not-so-perfect spots without passing any judgment. But to makeup artist Isidro Valencia, a woman’s face is not something to be patched and spot-touched, but rather it is a unique canvas on which to create “a one-of-a-kind piece of art.” While working as a wedding planner, Valencia says, “I saw so many brides and attendants’ makeup jobs that needed improvement, so it made me stop and think, ‘I could also work with the bridal party’s appearance via a personalized makeup job.’” Valencia knows the emotional impact a woman’s own appearance has on her and how she is conscious of her appearance in relation to what she’s doing. “I always strive to enhance and build upon my clients’ natural beauty,” he says, “keeping in mind the atmosphere and surroundings of the event they are attending.” He also knows how we talk. In addition to advertisements at events and salons, Valencia relies on what he fondly calls “girl-togirl gossip” to spread the word about his services. Valencia enjoys the accomplishment of both a beautiful finished product and a delighted customer with each successful job. “I love to see that emotional ‘satisfied smile’ when they view my final touches.” You can contact Valencia at 812.725.4006 or you can find him on Facebook. 2 0 1 0

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Whoever said the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach clearly didn’t consider that people like Frederick Moore exist to build a store where “everything has to have chocolate.” And, ladies, I’ll tell you now, that he fed me his chocolate and my journalistic bias is now completely compromised: Coco’s Chocolate Café on Bardstown Road is without question the sweet lover’s dream come true. “Your wife’s lucky” is a comment he’s heard from more than one woman regarding his profession. But I think Moore would contend that he is lucky to have had his wife as partner in their dream to open a mom-and-pop shop. After researching various chocolate stores in New York and Chicago, Moore studied at Ecole Chocolat in Vancouver, B.C. and did a tour in Italy to acquire the skills he needed to perfect his chocolate. Although chocolate is a timeless dessert, Moore pays attention to trends to keep his shop current. “Society in general is looking for more sophisticated foods, dessert included,” he says. Moore is constantly developing new flavors, everything from chocolatecovered green chili and habanero to cold drinking chocolate (think melted chocolate plus a little ice cream to make it smooth and ice-cold — perfect for summer). Moore takes it upon himself (or obliges his brave staff) to take the first taste of a new flavor, but once it’s nearing perfection, they announce the new flavor online for the public to taste test as well (translation, ladies: free chocolate!). Coco’s has also played host to the Louisville Hip Mamas group, showing mamas and their kids how to ice and decorate cakes (with chocolate included somewhere on them, of course). Coco’s is located at 1759 Bardstown Road, phone number – 502.454.9810.

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The Latin proverb tells us bonum vinum laetificat cor hominis — good wine gladdens the heart of a man. And, as Jim Pfeiffer will tell you, the heart of a woman. Owner of the Turtle Run Winery in Corydon, Ind., Pfeiffer got into winemaking and grape-growing “by dumb luck.” In college Pfeiffer actually hated the taste of wine, but while trying to fill some elective credit hours, he took a class called “Geography of Wine.” Although the professor made Pfeiffer fight for his “A,” the hard work in that single semester set Pfeiffer on a career path now several years in the making. Pfeiffer readily (and happily) admits that “most of our customers are women — or women dragging their husbands.” Pfeiffer therefore relies on his wife and his female employees to help him understand what his customers are looking for when they come for a tour. The result: a cozy, at-home feel to his winery. “We’re not a museum,” Pfeiffer says. “I want everyone to feel at ease and feel just as comfortable as if they were at home. If the wine tasting room gets too crowded, we find space for everyone so no one feels rushed.” Pfeiffer gives customized tours based on how long visitors tell him they can stay, and he makes sure all of his employees are very friendly and willing to provide that personal experience. Although Pfeiffer knows all the exact science behind every step in fermentation, he keeps his tours approachable to everyone. Top in his list of priorities is “listening to women’s needs, wants, and desires and treating everyone with the same high level of respect they deserve.” Turtle Run Winery is located at 940 Saint Peters Church Road Northeast, Corydon, IN 47112, phone number – 812.952.2650.

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I realize “chef” might belong more under the taste category, but just as the smell of food gives only a preview of what’s to come, introducing John Varanese as a chef only scratches the surface of all he does for the local food market. As owner of the restaurant Varanese on Frankfort Avenue and host of his own cooking show, Big World of Food, John Varanese is fully aware of his female audience. He says most of his public relations efforts focus on women because “they’re the ones who usually make the dining decisions.” Still, Varanese acknowledges that women’s traditional roles are taking on new forms in the 21st century. “Things are changing with women’s increasing responsibility in the workforce,” he says. And that works just fine for him, because, he quips, “now they come to me for recipes!” When women find out about his profession, “they all want to taste what I make. Sometimes they’re intimidated to have me over for dinner.” But Varanese often has many women for dinner at his restaurant, saying that “many times I walk through my restaurant with 70 people in it and 60 of them are women.” Varanese also works to appeal to women’s other senses as he carefully builds the restaurant’s ambiance, considering the décor, the way the servers are dressed, the music playing in the background, and even the way the tables are laid out. “Women celebrate things differently than men,” he says. “They like to go out to a nice restaurant and have good conversation, and Varanese has a great atmosphere for that.” Varanese restaurant is located at 2106 Frankfort Ave, phone number – 502.899.9904. Big World of Food is on WBKI on Sundays at 5:30 pm. Big World of Food shows food going “from farm to table” and educates viewers on how to make healthy food choices.

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Although tattoos are visible art, for the tattooee, in theory, the tattoo affects her skin for the rest of her life. And like visual art, tattoos can be as detailed as a painting on a canvas. Travis King, award-winning tattoo artist and manager at Body Art Emporium on Bardstown Road, prides himself on producing tattoos that are “as unique and personal as the people who come in the shop.” King began as an airbrush artist but was drawn to tattooing once it was legalized in the state of Indiana in 1997. Even at a young age, King was fascinated by tattoos, often approaching perfect strangers just to get a closer look at their body art. Although particularly interested in realism, King is open to doing whatever his clients are looking for. “Tattoos are so personal; it’s always about gearing toward the individual.” King says he likes to “show a high attention to detail,” which women often appreciate because they like the more “flowy” and fancy designs. In that sense, he jokes, “I have a girly touch.” Before getting started, King always sits down with his clients to get a feel for what their vision is. He says sometimes he has to draw women out a little bit more because “they’re afraid to say what they want or don’t want to seem demanding.” And once the tattooing starts? I couldn’t resist asking: Who takes the pain better, men or women? “Generally women take the pain better,” King says. “But if they’re going to react, they’re going to react more strongly.” Body Art Emporium is located at 1802 Bardstown Road, phone number – 502.452.1485.

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Bryan Wickens is a community leader and father of two girls — Riley, 5, and Reagan, 8. His efforts are focused on preserving our country’s founding principles, raising the level of decency for families, children, and the community. How does he accomplish it all in a day’s work? He is one of the founders of ROCK. ROCK (Reclaim Our Culture, A Fighting Man Kentuckiana) is a not-for-profit organization founded in 2004 by a group of locals who were concerned about the growing sex industry and its effects on our community. In that same year Bryan left his position at a law firm to dedicate himself fully to the reshaping of our culture through this one-of-a-kind organization. Visit www.myrocktoday.org for information on how you can get involved.

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Where Lucy Pritchett met and interviewed the mayoral candidates: Democrat Greg Fischer in his casual offices in Distillery Commons on Lexington Road. Independent Jackie Green at a picnic table in Tyler Park

Republican Hal Heiner in the wellappointed offices on Dutchmans Parkway. See page 26 for the interviews.

A Helping Man

Author David Domine recently wrote An Insider’s Guide to Louisville. It is the essential source for in-depth travel and relocation information to this storied Kentucky city. 18

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Keenan Burton, a duPont Manual and University of Kentucky graduate, is now a player for the St. Louis Rams. He was recently in Louisville to host a football camp at his high school alma mater. Keenan and Michael Bush established the Burton-Taylor College & Academic Scholarship in partnership with 1+1=U, Inc., a youth empowerment and mentoring organization. It recognizes graduating high school seniors who have overcome socio-economic and family obstacles to achieve academic success.

Take a Swing

Hit the green at Women 4 Women’s 18 th Annual Golf Tournament on August 23, 9:30a.m.-6:30p.m. at the Cardinal Club in Simpsonville, Ky. Proceeds from the event will benefit Women 4 Women, an organization dedicated to promoting the health and advancement of women and girls. Contact 502.561.8060, ext. 226 or go to www.women-4-women.org.

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Where Sharp Dressed Men Start

We had a moment to chat with Gerry Mattingly, owner of Evolve, the only man’s consignment shop in the area. He opened the store in February 2009 with a unique vision on hand. He wanted men to have the same opportunity as women in finding designer labels. There were plenty of boutiques around for women, but men were pretty much limited to department stores. “What I really like most in my shop is that it is a different store than Macy’s and Dillard’s. There are things you can’t find in Louisville regularly, like Prada for example, and it gives men around the area an opportunity to have things like that,” he says.

• What is the most sought after consignment item? “Lacoste and Tommy Bahama”

• What is the age of the majority of your clients? “25-40 years old”

• Right now, what item do you like the most in your shop? “Brand-name: Brioni.”

• How is business overall?

“It has grown at least 20 percent every month. We peaked at Derby and are always a little bit slower from January to March. Overall though, business has grown exceptionally well in the past year. I’m also planning on opening another store in San Diego in the fall.”

— Caitlyn Hack

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Get to Vote

Celebrate the anniversary of women getting the right to vote on August 26 at the State Capitol in Frankfort beginning at 10:30 a.m. On this day, let’s demonstrate the pride we take in honoring our foremothers for fighting for the right to have our voices heard through the power of the vote. Sponsored by the Kentucky Commission on Women, 502.564.2611.

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of teenage girls admit they diet to lose weight and 37 percent know a girl with an eating disorder. Help Kappa Delta and the Girl Scouts promote and support Healthy Media Images for Girls. Send a letter to your local member of congress urging them to support this act by going to this website: www.girlscouts4girls.

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Bellarmine 2010 Designer’s Show House

Louisville area designers have been busy working on the Bellarmine Show House. This year’s house is The Inverness, 966 Cherokee Road on September 11-26. Opened in 1929 as the Charles P. Moorman Home for Women, the Inverness offers owners beautiful, modern living space that maintains the charm of the Highlands. Shop in the boutique and enjoy lunch in the café. All proceeds benefit the Bellarmine University Student Aid Fund. Contact 502.452.8105. One lucky person will win two tickets. To win — go to our website, www.iamtodayswoman.com. Deadline: August 30.

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Check out photo exhibit, Landmarks Through the Viewfinder: 50 Years of Preservation in Southern Indiana, through August 21 at the Carnegie Center.

Worth a Trip The Holly Hill Inn has been chosen as a 2010 Fodor’s Choice selection which recognizes the Holly Hill Inn as a leader in its field for service, quality, and value in 2010. Holly Hill Inn is at 426 North Winter Street in historic Midway, www.hollyhillinn.com.

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Grow Your Business Catch Today’s Woman publisher Cathy Zion at The BusinessWorks Workshop Series on August 26 beginning at 9am. She’ll be talking about the different resources available to help small businesses soar. Sponsored by the Louisville Enterprise Group, 502.775.2567.

One of classical music’s most remarkable prodigies, Sarah Chang, will perform Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto.

Start Fall with Fanfare The Louisville Orchestra opens the 2010-11 Season with the Fanfara Gala on September 3 at 8:30pm in Whitney Hall. Subscriptions are available and single tickets are on sale from $25 - $75. Call 502.584.7777 or visit LouisvilleOrchestra.org.

Men want the same thing from their underwear that they want from women: a little bit of support, and a little bit of freedom. — Jerry Seinfeld

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Thanks, Man! I met James Moses about 12 years ago, when he was a bachelor freelance photographer. His life is totally different now with a wife and two sweet little girls and a corporate photographer position. James’ talent has been evident at Today’s Woman – because his work is on our cover most months (including this one).

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James with daughters Eleanor (2) and Amelia (3 months).

Will We See You There?

“I will never be as good as I want to be,” Peter Frampton admits “and I consider myself a much better guitarist than singer, because I’m no Steve Winwood or Stevie Wonder. I hope one day to be known as much for my guitar playing as for the success of Frampton Comes Alive!” he muses. “And on my death bed my last words will be ‘I wish I’d learned that solo bite!’”

— Gioia Patton.

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Twenty Questions

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by Lucy M. Pritchett

Greg Fischer

On his bookshelf: Undaunted Courage by Stephen Ambrose.

www.gregfischer.com

In his pockets: I am a minimalist. I carry my PDA, as few keys as possible, and my wallet. I also carry a black Moleskin pocket notebook and a light, slim pen.

Democratic candidate for Mayor of Louisville age: 52 Family: Wife – Alex; children – Eleni, 21; George, 19; Nick, 18; and Mary, 15. Neighborhood: Bonnycastle

Last purchase: A pair of shorts and a couple of summer shirts. Gourmet treat: Grilled steak, fish, or chicken and twicebaked potatoes made from a family secret recipe. I do the grilling.

Jump starts his day: I blow out of bed and go. I don’t need anything to get going.

Knows about women: I live with three women. I admire the friendship they have with each other which is different from the friendship I have with my sons. And the crossgender relationships are different as well. It makes for a dynamic and fun family unit of six.

Stays fit: I lift light weights, do cardio, and stretch three times a week.

Aftershave: None. I don’t want to wear any scented lotions or potions.

He is: People have described me as having the mind of a capitalist with the heart of a community-builder.

Jackie Green

On his bookshelf: Right now there are books by Dr. Seuss and Berenstain Bears.

www.jackiegreenformayor.com

In his pockets: Cell phone and keys, pen and notebook, business cards, a couple of dollars, and glasses.

age: 57

Last purchase: I bought a Jamis single-speed bicycle to displace my Puegeut.

Family: Wife – Cindy; daughter – Jaci, 5.

Gourmet treat: Chocolate.

Neighborhood: Deer Park

Knows about women: I would not want to live in a world without the influence of women: The nurture and the wisdom of women.

Independent candidate for Mayor of Louisville

He is: A father and husband. I am a businessman. I’m an active member of our community. I’m an engaged citizen. Jump starts his day: With daylight and birdsong. Stays fit: I’m active. I walk and bicycle.

On his bookshelf: John Adams by David McCullough. Also, The Power of Social Innovation by Stephen Goldsmith, former mayor of Indianapolis.

www.halformayor.com

In his pockets: A red Moleskin pocket notebook, Uniball pen, keys, wallet, and BlackBerry.

age: 58 Family: Wife – Sheila; children – Julia, 30; Hal, 26; Jenna, 22; Mya, 13; grandchildren – Daniel, 3; and Noah, 1. Neighborhood: Floyds Fork, eastern Jefferson County

He is: Husband, father, and more recently, grandfather. I see myself as a person who likes to get involved if it’s with an effort that will help other people. I enjoy making things better for others. Jump starts his day: I try to start each day with time in prayer and exercise. Stays fit: The treadmill, cycling, and kayaking. A u g u s t

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Hal Heiner

Republican candidate for Mayor of Louisville

Luxury indulgence: Taking Jaci on a cross-country trip in the company of others by bicycle with no clock ticking. To be fully free in our schedule to stop, explore, inquire, and study.

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Luxury indulgence: In general I am pretty frugal. I would rather pay for something that has quality and will last. I do like to take interesting trips to unusual places. Salon or barbershop: I have gone to the same stylist, Bill Durbin, at the ‘well-known’ Visible Changes on Brownsboro Road, for 25 years. Go-to vacation spots: Marco Island, Florida and Park City, Utah. Pet peeve: People who complain and don’t do anything positive. Household chores: I do garden upkeep and maintain the vegetable garden. Drives: Since my 2009 Cadillac was recently totaled, I am driving a 2002 Chevy Suburban. Secret Service black.

Go-to vacation spots: Anywhere I go, I would have to go by bus or train. I quit flying in 1993. Pet peeve: Clutter. Household chores: Whatever needs doing. I wash the dishes. Wash and hang out the laundry. Drives: I haven’t had a car since 1999. It was a beat-up farm truck. A dark blue Toyota that I gave away. Aftershave: (Shakes his head “No.”) With 15 free minutes: I would take a nap. Energy booster: Chocolate. My energy level is high if I have had enough sleep. You don’t want to see me on coffee or tea. Too hyper. Sports: The playground with Jaci. Would like to sit down with: Gandhi.

Salon or barbershop: Barbershop. I’ve gone to Warren’s on Shelbyville Road for 10 years. We call it our Middletown headquarters. Go-to vacation spots: Gulf Shores, Alabama, and St. Augustine, Florida. Pet peeve: I abhor dishonest or half-answers in an attempt to hide the true facts. There is no place for that in life, and certainly no place in government. Household chores: We live on a working farm and normally I take care of the animals and clear the edge of the fields with a bush hog. Mya has taken over the animals since the campaign. We have two miniature donkeys, three horses, chickens, dogs, and cats. Mostly the animals have been given to us.

Drives: A 2001 silver Ford Taurus or a 2006 white Chevy Tahoe.

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Democratic candidate for Mayor of Louisville

With 15 free minutes: I would do a little exercise or read the newspapers. Energy booster: Exercise. I live a no-caffeine life. Sports: UofL basketball and football. Would like to sit down with: The Dalai Lama. I admire him for his wisdom and kind nature. Must have every day: A kiss from my wife. Last thing he would change about Louisville: Our originality as a city and the kindness and compassion of our people.

Jackie Green

Independent candidate for Mayor of Louisville

Must have every day: Breakfast. In the summer, raw oatmeal with milk and honey. In the winter, cooked oatmeal with milk and nuts. Last thing he would change about Louisville: The neighborhood orientation we have. The allegiance to neighborhoods. I would hate to lose that.

Hal Heiner

Republican candidate for Mayor of Louisville

Aftershave: None. With 15 free minutes: I would call people and ask them for their support. There is a never-ending call list. Energy booster: Coffee. Occasionally a Red Bull or Mountain Dew. Sports: UofL and UK basketball. My favorite childhood professional baseball team was the Cleveland Indians. Would like to sit down with: I have been trying to meet as many mayors and former mayors as possible. Must have every day: Discussion time with Sheila. Last thing he would change about Louisville: The friendly, smiling people here who are so generous, giving, and kind. 28

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Read more about these men on pages 32-34.

“I try to keep my hands germfree.”

Dr. Sam Carter

Surgeon at Norton Hospital

“Functional art was a way to make a living.” Craig Kaviar

Owner and metal artist, Kaviar Forge

“My hands have created literature.”

James Markert

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“My hands are smooth from years of working with clay.”

Donnie Dalton

Auto Mechanic at River City Tire

“I am able to contribute to repairing and restoring rather than destroying.”

? Gyulten Kichuk

Goat farmer at Capriole farm

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a. Craig Kaviar b. James Markert c. Donnie Dalton d. Dr. Sam Carter e. Gyulten Kichuk f. Ed Hamilton

Ed Hamilton

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Ed Hamilton is a renowned sculptor whose work is not only admired, but it also educates women and men across the country. What’s the best thing about your hands?

Are you handy around the house?

Oh yeah, I can fix or build anything. My daughter is good with tools now too. She helped me build our sun room. Well, she started the project with me…I finished it.

They work.

You have chosen to create monumental art with your hands. Could you tell me

Do you do anything special for your hands?

more about that choice?

I find pressure points below my thumb and press those to relieve some of the tension that builds up after a day of work. I also stretch and pop them, too. Do you have a regimen of care for your hands?

It chose me. Most artists try to find their identity in their work. Through fate or destiny, whatever you call it, one project led to the next. It was an accident. I was trying to find myself in another venue. I used to do liturgical work, then abstract (but it wasn’t paying the bills). Then I did the whole junkology and confinement work. Then I got the Booker T. Washington commission which started all of the public art.

Not really. They’re smooth from years of working with clay. My wife has these Meltology (gloves) that I use. They are warm and you put your hands in them. It’s like a self massage.

How long does it usually take to finish a monument?

What is the best thing your hands have created?

How many sets of hands work along-side you?

All of my sculptures. I look at them like children. I don’t have a favorite. What is different in the world because of your hands?

There is a better understanding of heritage and appreciation of the past. We have to understand the past before we can understand the future. I hope there is a better understanding of America’s history, like the sculpture in DC that honors the African American men that also fought in the Civil War.

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It would have to be one of my clay tools. I pride myself in my hand-made clay tools. A drill is just a drill. Using those hand tools for modeling is my favorite part of the process. I’m glad to be doing what I like to do. Read the book The Birth of an Artist — my autobiography.

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James Markert teaches children how to swing a racket by day and writes stories about Waverly Hills at night. He is a tennis pro at Louisville Tennis Club and an author. What’s the best thing about your hands?

They’re mine. They work. Do you do anything special for your hands?

Not for my hands. Every once in a while I use suntan lotion when I know I’m going to be outside for the day. Are you handy around the house?

Not at all. I can cook. What is the best thing your hands have created?

A book. (He has actually published three, but his newest one comes out this month.) What is different in the world because of your hands?

I’ve created literature. And, I can help the kids I teach.

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Do you prefer to type or hand-write with pen or pencil?

I have to type. I can’t read more than the first two sentences if I hand-write something. How has your writing evolved?

The first few books I wrote were more plot based, but the new one is more into characters and setting. It is more historical than the others. Racquet of choice?

Prince. Forehand or backhand?

Backhand. I was going to say volley, but if I have to chose between the two, backhand. What books/authors do you keep handy for go-to inspiration?

John Irving, Greg Iles, Ken Follet, Steven King. Look for The Requiem Rose ($16.95, Butler Books). It takes place at Waverly Hills Tuberculosis Sanatorium in 1929 (available at all local bookstores and online at www.butlerbooks.com).

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Gyulten Kichuk, native to Bulgaria, plays an important role in the production of fine cheeses at Capriole Farm. He tends to the farm’s 550 goats daily, milks them, ensures their health and comfort, and helps birth new goats.

Craig Kaviar’s day job is to create functional sculpture. He enhances the lives of women and men each day with the metal artwork he creates for both the home and garden. What’s the best

What is different in the world

thing about your

because of your hands?

hands?

(laughs) I don’t know if anything is that different.

What is the best thing about

What is the best thing your

your hands?

hands have created?

Have you ever hurt your

They move well. for your hands?

Sometimes if the birth process is difficult I help deliver the goats.

No. It is enough to work. (laughs)

What is different in the world because of your

They’re strong and will do what I ask them. Do you do anything for your

hands badly while working?

hands?

Yes, many times, I’m still recovering from an injury (he shows me the tape on his hands). I used to burn my hands badly. I use Caligula petals to make a salve for them when I do.

No, I do yoga for my whole body. Do you have a regimen of care for your hands?

I usually don’t. In winter I use Burt’s Beeswax; if I’m painting I’ll use cream gloves. I use a lot of soap and water.

Whose handiwork inspires you?

Yes.

I’m inspired by Alexander Calder, Diego Rivera, Henry Moore, Giacometti.

What is the best thing your

What is your favorite tool?

Are you handy around the house?

hands have created?

I don’t know about the best thing, but I’m always creating beautiful things. Functional sculpture.

Do you do anything special

Do you have a regimen of

hands?

care for your hands?

Hmm… I am not sure.

In the winter I use lotion.

What is your favorite tool?

Are you handy around the house?

The milk machine. It makes it so easy! I like farming and working with animals. I grew up on a farm in Bulgaria and came here in 2005 for college. Now I am here to stay for work.

Yes. I can fix most things.

The most important is my power hammer. It was built for a battleship in WWII. Now I use it for artwork. It uses air and shapes the metal when it’s hot.

Dr. Sam Carter is an orthopedic surgeon at Norton Hospital. What’s the best thing about your hands?

Donald Dalton is an auto mechanic at River City Tire on Frankfort Avenue where he puts his hands to work each day…

I have a lot of dexterity in my hands, which helps in surgery.

What is the best thing about your hands?

No.

I am still able to use them. Being a mechanic can sometimes be hazardous, and you could crush a hand or fingers. I’ve had my share of busted knuckles and scratches like every other mechanic, but I’ve been lucky. Do you use any type of lotion or get manicures?

Maybe I would if I worked on Porsche cars, but no. Although, I probably have the cleanest mechanic’s hands because I always wear latex gloves when I’m working on cars. Are you handy around the house?

Yes, that’s another talent that God has blessed me with. I remodeled the house I’m in now with more projects in the works. What is your favorite tool that you use to do your job?

My borescope. It’s the same thing a doctor uses to look inside your body. I am able to see in places you wouldn’t be able to see without it. It makes a big difference in my job. What is the best thing your hands have created?

The best thing my hands have created doesn’t come from me being a mechanic. It comes from me being a father to three beautiful girls and being able to comfort them with my hands.

Do you do anything special for your hands? Do you have a regimen of care for your hands?

Other than trying to keep them germ free, no. The soaps used in hospitals now have a gel in them that contains moisturizer. Are you handy around the house?

Not really. I’ve tried though. What is the best thing your hands have created?

My wife and I are making a quilt for Project Linus (Project Linus provides blankets, handmade by volunteers, to children who are seriously ill, traumatized, or otherwise in need of this type of gift). I picked out the pattern and bought the fabrics. What is different in the world because of your hands?

I’ve helped fix a lot of people’s joint problems whether it’s an athlete with a torn ACL or an older person who has a rotator cuff tear. What is your favorite tool?

Probably bone clamps. They’re like pliers. They lock and hold things into position. What I do is a lot like woodworking or carpentry. There is a procedure called arthroscopy; it’s like building a ship in a bottle.

What is different in the world because of your hands?

We now live in a throw-away society, and I am able to contribute to repairing and restoring rather than destroying.

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Catch Sight It was a cool late fall day in southern Georgia when our family arrived at Fort Benning for the boot camp graduation of our oldest son. More than 600 young men were about to become American soldiers, and it was a ceremony I was not prepared to experience.

of the

Beautiful

By Barbara MacDonald

A proud father attaching the Infantry blue cord to Ryan’s uniform during the graduation ceremony.

midst misty rain and hundreds of proud family members, we took our seats, not sure what to expect. Ryan had told us he had a surprise for us, and he waited off to the side, alone. As the ceremony began, our nerves got the best of us. Was he in trouble? Was he not graduating? Our hearts sank at the possibility. After watching the soldiers on the field demonstrate their marching, Ryan remained standing off to the side. As awards and honors were presented, Ryan continued to stand away from the other soldiers. Members of our family made eye contact with one another. When was this surprise coming, and what could it be? At the very end of the ceremony Ryan was called to come forward. He had been named Soldier of the Cycle, essentially valedictorian for all 600 graduating soldiers. As such he was asked to lead the group in reciting the Soldier’s Creed. It was a moment I will never forget. I sobbed for Ryan and for the others. As a mother I cried for the man our son had become, as an American I cried for the dedication of our young men and women to willingly accept this life. It was a beautiful moment. I am sharing the creed here and hope you see the beauty in it too.

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Ryan leading the group in the Soldier’s Creed.

I am an American Soldier. I am a Warrior and a member of a team. I serve the people of the United States and live the Army Values. I will always place the mission first. I will never accept defeat. I will never quit. I will never leave a fallen comrade. I am disciplined, physically and mentally tough, trained and proficient in my warrior tasks and drills. I always maintain my arms, my equipment and myself. I am an expert and I am a professional. I stand ready to deploy, engage, and destroy the enemies of the United States of America in close combat. I am a guardian of freedom and the American way of life. I am an American Soldier.

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Angry much? Maybe it’s depression. I know, I know, you don’t want to talk about it, but the truth is, depression is being diagnosed in men at an increasing rate. Long thought to have been a ‘women’s’ disorder, doctors and therapists are now realizing that depression is an issue for men, too. Depression affects about 12 million women each year, and at least 6 million men, and can be caused by hormones, brain chemicals, or coping methods. Women most often show symptoms of sadness, fatigue, irritability, and changes in appetite; symptoms in men can be very different. The Mayo Clinic lists these symptoms for male depression: • Violent or abusive behavior • Inappropriate rage

Beautiful •E scapist behavior such as overinvolvement in work or sports • Risky behaviors, such as reckless driving • Sexual liaisons • Alcohol or substance abuse • Frequent thoughts of suicide If you are a man suffering with depression, or the loved one of a man dealing with this disorder, a great book on the subject is Terrence Real’s I Don’t Want to Talk About it: Overcoming the Secret Legacy of Male Depression. Real says men who are undiagnosed often become rage-aholics or emotional runaways. The book is available for $15 on Real’s website at www.terryreal.com or on Amazon.com. For more information about the symptoms, diagnosis, and

treatment of depression contact the National Institute of Mental Health Toll Free at 866.227.NIMH (6464), or on the web at www.nimh.nih.gov. Sweat the Blues Away A Duke University study found that exercise can be just as effective as antidepressants when it comes to treating depression, and that those who exercise are less likely to have their depression return. Another study suggests that participating in sports like rock climbing or kayaking —anything that gets your adrenaline pumping — can have a significant impact on the body’s ability to deal with stress. Texas A&M researchers found that fit men experience less psychological stress when doing challenging activities than do out-of-shape guys. And the better shape they were in, the better the men’s bodies could react to mental stress. Working Out on the Road For those of you who easily identify with George Clooney’s character Ryan “Bands give you a dimension of exercise that no other equipment can,” says personal trainer Cameron Troxell.

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“Bands are the best equipment you can travel with,” says personal trainer Cameron Troxell. Here he is demonstrating how to do a bicep curl.

Bingham in the movie Up in the Air, local personal trainer Cameron Troxell has some tips to help you cut stress and stay fit while traveling for work or pleasure. The Indiana-born Troxell, of Baptist East/Milestone Wellness Center, says it’s easier than you think to maintain a workout program while on the road. “Travel sometimes turns the exercise switch off for people. They stop working out and that becomes their habit,” he warns. Troxell says travelers should focus on two areas: cardio and strength training. Cardio is important for heart health and is the easiest in terms of available opportunities. Whether you’re in an airport, train terminal, urban conference hotel, or vacation area, plan to spend at least 30 minutes walking and do not avoid hills or stairs. They are far more effective, he says, than adding wrist or ankle weights. “Stairs and hills will increase the intensity of the workout, for better heart health. Don’t walk the Even with a lever-style door handle, resistance bands can be hooked on the fastest you can, but aim for a quick backside of the door. The mostly closed pace.” door will hold it in place while you work out on the other side. For strength training, Troxell says you can’t beat resistance bands. They are lightweight and won’t take up space in your suitcase. Resistance bands can be held down with your feet or locked onto a door handle. Make sure you test the strength of any furniture before using it as a base. And, before starting any new workout program it’s always a good idea to check with your doctor. Until next month, remember that life is what you make it. Find the beauty today and everyday. I welcome all comments, questions, and suggestions. Find me on Facebook or email me at barbara@todayspublications.com. —Barbara MacDonald

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Their Game

They set the goal, reach it, and win every time. Meet three men whose winning contributions make them champions in the game of life.

By Tiffany White and Anita Oldham Photos by James Moses Styling by Wendy Anguiano Location: Hoops

Having a Ball Howard Abraham might not know how to make the perfect jump shot on the basketball court, but he plays tough in the courtroom. A social worker for Child Protective Services, Howard handles previously investigated cases of abused and neglected children with the intent of creating a better life for them and their families. “I spend time collaborating with other professionals, school systems, and attorneys in order to effectuate positive changes for the families I serve…my focus with each case is to eliminate the barriers which brought them to the attention of Child Protective Services in the first place,” he says. He also focuses on improving the environment through promoting recycling. Howard is wearing: Caribbean Khaki pants, $43; Kroon Pinstripe vest, $88; Tre Vero hat, $15; Daniel Cremierex belt, $42; Thomas Dean shirt, $61; Cole Haan shoes, $148, all from Dillard’s.

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Kick It Up An innocent wrestling match between 6-year-old Eric Jefferson and another kid turned into a full-fledge fight between Eric and the child’s 10-year-old brother. After losing the fight—in front of his mother—he enrolled in karate classes the next day. “I felt a strong sense of fear and helplessness which motivated me to achieve the highest degree of skill and knowledge I could acquire,” he says. His intense study of martial arts has led to him being a 4th degree black belt in Shotokan karate, a 4th degree black belt in Goju Ryu karate, and a 4th level Wing Chun kung fu practitioner. Now, Eric is sharing his skills with children and adults as a martial arts instructor at Cochran Elementary. “I help those who come to me to gain a strong sense of confidence as well as humility,” he says. Eric is wearing: Roundtree and York belt, $36; Marc Ecko jeans, $68; Marc Ecko T-shirt, $28; Marc Ecko shirt, $68; Converses shoes, $65, all from Dillard’s.

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A Perfect View When it comes to his job, Michael Fitzer is a team player who aims high. He is an Emmy winning writer, producer, director of photography, and editor with more than 15 years experience in filmmaking and production. Michael works as the rich media director for the Bisig Impact Group where he produces work for a range of clients including The Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory, Norton Healthcare, Humana, and the Children’s Hospital Foundation. “What I like most about my job is that I get to tell stories. I get to think something up, create it, and put it out there for everyone to enjoy or learn from.” He adds, “If I can effect change through my work, then I know I am doing a good job.” Michael is wearing: Murano belt, $34; Levi jeans, $54; Johnson and Murphy shoes, $150; Perry Ellis shirt, $40; Perry Ellis pinstripe sport coat, $155, all from Dillard’s.

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Suit Sense By Wendy Anguiano Photos by Melissa Donald

Behind every successful man, there is a...suit. The perfect suit. The spectacular suit. Here are some tips on finding the power suit of your dreams. First, let’s look at the trends. • Stunning white clean-cut two-piece suits in combination with a contrasting dark dress shirt. • Combine a tailored suit with a hoodie for a sportier look. • Add in vivid colors, such as brick red, orange, bright blue, or purple to show off a more daring look. • Combine jeans and a classic suit jacket • Gray suits are the next big thing • Move away from the “skinny boy” suit and choose styles with a sense of masculinity that would appeal to a military officer. Look for broad shoulders, a slim waist and slim trousers. Based on your height. Men over 6' • Choose a three-button suit • Purchase a suit from a tall men’s store • Cuffs are recommended

To pad or not to pad. Avoid shoulder pads if you are athletic and have quite a “V” body shape. It’s all about the vents. Vents are convenient, especially when using a pocket or sitting down, and improve the hang of the jacket. It is best to choose a suit with two vents. The only time to break this rule is if you are buying a dinner jacket. Grab your own lapels. Notched has been the jacket lapel of choice for many years, but peaked lapels are returning. A peaked lapel helps convey a “V” shape. Add a hankie to your breast pocket. Protect your investment. •A void wearing the same suit on consecutive days. Give it a rest and allow three to four days between wearings. •H ang, brush, steam, and air out the suit in between wearings. • Do not carry heavy items in the external pockets. •W henever you remove your jacket, hang it on a wooden hanger. Avoid draping or hanging on a hook. • Dry clean the suit once or twice a year.

Men under 6' • No cuffs • Deep “V” stance to the jacket • Slight break in pants • Shoes match pants • Choose a two-button suit What’s it made of? Wool: Choose a super-wool, with a thread count somewhere between 120 and 150. The higher the better. Cotton: For informal or fashion suits. Linen: For hot, humid summer days. Choose cream or white. Do not be afraid of the creasing, it is all part of the charm of the fabric. Who’s got the button? One Button Suits: Typically a fashion suit. The more buttons a suit jacket has, the taller a man will look. If you are 6'2" or shorter, avoid the one button suit. Two Button Suits: A modern suit. It conveys height, slims the waist, and can be either a fashion or classic suit.

Three Button Suits: Making a comeback from the ‘90s. Conveys a greater sense of height, but harder to pull off.

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Today’s Woman and Closets by Design offered a garage makeover contest worth $1,000. From over 30 entries, Ellie Broderick won with her appeal on behalf of her father: “Dad recently lost his job and started his own contracting business. All his tools are loaded in the garage and there is hardly room for anything else. Dad is a very loving, Christian man and puts everyone before himself. I recently purchased my own home and he has been helping me with all the work and renovations, putting me before himself and his new business. Also, his nephew recently went through a difficult time, and Dad offered to store some of his belongings in the garage until things got back on track! He had to move his beloved 1968 GTO to a relative’s house in order to squeeze everything in. Dad needs more room and organization in that garage to keep his new business running smoothly. Please help him!”

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Gene Boldrick with his daughter, Ellie.

Ellie’s father, Gene Boldrick learned a few organizational tips that would improve the look of his garage and benefit his new business, House Menders of Kentucky. Amy Johnston, sales manager of Closets by Design, added a slotwall, which is a panel that is mounted to the wall at the studs. “The advantage of the slotwall product is that it allows large items to be brought up off the floor allowing more clearance for parking in the garage,” says Amy. She provided him with accessories designed to hold large yard equipment such as rakes and shovels. Amy also used hooks for hanging hoses and small tools. w w w . i a m t o d a y s w o m a n . c o m

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The Savory Manly Muffin

tâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tomato time! When I think of tomatoes, my thoughts drift back to my childhood on the farm where our days were spent outdoors in our yard, at the lake, and in our garden.

Every day in the summer, my mother would present a lunch plate beautifully displayed with slices of juicy, red tomatoes, fresh from our garden. Just as the plate would settle down in the center of our table, a spoke of arms would immediately reach for those wonderful, red rounds. There are many things that are wonderful about tomatoes. High in antioxidants, which helps fight free radicals that cause cell damage, tomatoes are found to be extremely beneficial for men. While doing my research on tomatoes, I discovered a recent study conducted by Harvard researchers. They found men who consumed 10 servings of tomatoes each week, could reduce the risk of developing prostate cancer, a disease diagnosed in approximately one in every six men. So this month, I developed a savory muffin incorporating tomatoes. The tomatoes used in this recipe are sun-dried. I usually purchase sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil and herbs, found in most grocery stores. I have paired this muffin with a salad, which includes fresh cherry tomatoes. These muffins are light yet filling. They are also great as a quick snack.

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The Savory M anly Muffin 11/4 c all-purpose unbleached white flour 1 /4 c corn meal 1 /2 c wheat germ Nutritional 1 /2 tsp salt Information: 1 tsp onion powder Calories: 99 Total Fat: 1.3 g 21/2 tsp baking powder potassium: 150 mg 2 Tbsp turbinado sugar 3 carbohydrates: 19 g /4 c milk (I use 2%) Fiber: 2 g 1 egg at room temperature sugar: 2 g 1 /3 c sugar free apple sauce Protein: 4 g 2 Tbsp chopped fresh basil 1 /2 tsp vanilla 1 /2 c chopped sun-dried tomatoes (I buy them in a jar packed in oil and herbs) Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Prepare a 12-cup muffin tin with Crisco shortening In a large bowl, combine the white flour, corn meal, wheat germ, salt, onion powder, and sugar and stir well with a wire-whisk. In a separate medium-size bowl combine the milk, egg, applesauce, basil and vanilla. Slightly beat the egg into this liquid mix. Stir the chopped sun-dried tomatoes into the dry ingredients until the tomatoes are coated with the flour mixture. Do not rinse the oil off the tomatoes. It will help coat the tomatoes and will add flavor to the muffins. Make a well in the dry ingredients and pour in the liquid ingredients. Mix until everything has just been incorporated. Fill the muffin tins about 2/3s full and bake on an upper rack in the oven for about 12-14 minutes. These muffins will be slightly lighter in color. Place a sharp knife or cake tester through the center of one of the muffins. If the instrument comes out clean, then they are done! After removing from the oven, let these sit for about a minute before removing from the pan and onto a wire rack. Makes 12 muffins. Store in the refrigerator. These muffins also freeze very well. Serve warm with the following salad if desired:

Salad

(serves 3-4 people) (1) 5 -oz container of Organic Baby Spring Mix or your favorite mixed leafy greens. 1 medium sized cucumber cut into slices (1) 4 -oz container of crumbled feta cheese (I use tomato and basil feta cheese) Approximately 15-20 cherry tomatoes 1 /3 c sunflower seeds â&#x20AC;&#x201D; toasted In a small frying pan, toast the sunflower seeds on mediumhigh heat for approximately 3 minutes or until they start to turn golden brown, stirring occasionally. Remove from the pan onto a plate to cool. Use the desired amount of leafy greens for each individual serving. Cut the cherry tomatoes in half Cut the cucumber into approximately 1/8â&#x20AC;? rounds Sprinkle each serving with the feta cheese and sunflower seeds. Drizzle with the following balsamic salad dressing:

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HealthyMan

Joel Kelly

AGE: 38 Sales Representative for Sealed Air Corporation Wife: Jennifer Sons: Kieran, 7; Ben, 5; Drew, 3

I get a lot of gratification out of setting a challenging goal and then achieving it.

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Joel Kelly got a taste of competitive cycling while in college. He developed a serious interest in the sport when he participated in the Little 500, an intramural bicycle race, as a student at Indiana University. He raced for his fraternity, Pi Kappa Alpha. Joel went on to win the silver medal in the Madison Event, a strategic team bicycle race with 60 to 140 laps. He was an Olympic Trials Finalist in 1996 in the Points Race, and also the Category 1-2 State Champion for Indiana and Kentucky that year. Since then, he’s won numerous races on the road and on the track. In 2009, he completed the Louisville Ironman. Now, Joel races once or twice a month in cycling criteriums (multi-lap races of 25 to 60 miles, held on a short course that is generally a mile or less in length) and last year began competing in triathlons. He tries to train six days a week, cycling anywhere from 25 to 40 miles per day and rides with the Barbosal Team, sponsored by Clarksville Schwinn. In addition to cycling, Joel swims three days a week and runs three to four days.

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HIS DIET “Depending on how you look at it, I am a horrible eater. I don’t really eat too many fruits and vegetables — my wife gets on me all the time about that. However, I do watch what I eat throughout the work week. I watch how much I eat and try to stay away from fried foods and sweets. Once the weekend hits though, anything goes.” HIS MOTIVATION “It can be tough sometimes, but I just enjoy competing. I get a lot of gratification out of setting a challenging goal and then achieving it. I feel better both physically and mentally after exercising. It almost rejuvenates you for the day ahead. I’m also motivated by my wife — she’s a very competitive runner, and I want to be able to keep up with her. My three children are also motivation because it’s important to me to be a good example for them. They all enjoy riding their bikes. A few times a week, we ride around the block and race down the street. They get a kick out of seeing how fast they can go. We have a lot of fun doing it.” HIS EQUIPMENT Bicycle: Custom frame Dean; Helmet: Rudy Project; Shoes: Northwave.

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Robert Black 60+ Retired stock broker and university professor

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to do it. “I don’t consider myself disabled but rather having a condition which helps me make certain choices. When I work out in the gym, for example, I have specially made wrist straps with hooks which allow me to perform weight-lifting exercises that I otherwise could not do. Rowing looked like so much fun that I wondered about making a similar device to hold on to an oar. I spoke with several rowing coaches and none of them had any idea how to do it. They did, however, offer me a spot in a regular learn-to-row class to see what I could do. It was a noble effort but I just couldn’t hold onto the oars.” But then Robert heard about the adaptive rowing program at the Louisville Rowing Club. He called and spoke to Randy Mills, the program director, who invited him to try it. Robert lived in Oklahoma City at the time. “So I bought a plane ticket from Oklahoma City to Louisville and commuted 1,600 miles round trip for my first adaptive rowing lesson. It seemed a bit insane at the time but little did I realize how my entire life was about to change.” Robert learned that the special grips he would use that day belonged to a woman who was a quadriplegic rower. “If she could row, then surely I could do it, too. It was quite awkward and a little frightening to be in a row boat with both hands strapped to the oars.” As he returned to the dock, he saw rowers with Down syndrome, autism, visual impairments, Cerebral Palsy, paraplegia, amputation, or Spinal Bifida get on the water. “It was simply magical to witness.” So he began filming with his video camera, interviewing coaches, volunteers and rowers. “When I returned to Oklahoma, I made my first film about adaptive rowing in an effort to raise awareness of programs like the one I had experienced in Louisville. The film was called Nothing is Impossible and featured rower and paralympic hopeful Oksana Masters. That was May 2007. I returned to Louisville in June of that year for more lessons and filming. I returned home to make my second film, Courage Has a Second Wind featuring rower Jenny Smith.” By August 2007, he was a competitor, rowing with his new-found crew, at the Bayada Regatta — National Adaptive Rowing Championships in Philadelphia. In July 2009, Robert established a YouTube site to encourage rowing clubs to establish adaptive programs. To date, the site (www. youtube.com/adaptiverow) has had 35,000 viewers in 50 countries. “In April 2010, I moved to Louisville both to develop my own rowing further and to create additional films documenting this wonderful sport.” Now, Robert goes to the boathouse on River Road on Saturday mornings from nine to noon to row. “How you think about things is important to your health. Who you surround yourself with is important to your health. What you say no to, who you let teach or influence you, and who your friends are...all that is important to your health.” Websites: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Marlinspikeknotworks/ www.youtube.com/marlinspikeknotworks Blog: http://throughrobertseyes.blogspot.com/ t o d a y ’ s

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Living Well

Come On Home I

used to play baseball, and my Dad went to the games because he was always interested in whatever his children did. I remember one game especially. It was a tight game, and I happened to get a long hit. I was running around the bases as fast as I could, but I seemed to gain added strength when I heard him shouting above the crowd, “Come on home, Bob, come on home.” Since Dad has been gone, there have been times when the going was a little harder for me and I have been tempted to do less than my best, but then I imagine him saying, “Come on home, Bob, come on home.” My brother, sister, and myself, and our spouses are so glad we celebrated Dad’s 90th birthday with our families, Mom, and Dad’s siblings. Soon after the party, both Mom and Dad became hospice patients: Dad with his heart and Mom with late stage Alzheimer’s. Always keeping his sense of humor, Dad told the hospice nurse that he declined so quickly because he partied too much on his 90th.

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Dad’s heart valve gave out on him, I think, because he gave his heart so much to whatever he did. He certainly gave his heart to Mom. They were childhood sweethearts and then dated seven years and were married almost 63 years. At his last birthday party, he held Mom’s hand throughout the entire event and sang to her, “I Love You Truly.” I owe my passion for baseball to Dad. He always used to say, “When you hit the ball, you run for first. You don’t look back.” Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent. He believed that achievement was only possible with persistence. The world responds to persistence; it almost always prevails. Dad was a humble, thankful man, too. Another thing he would frequently say was, “You will never obtain everything in life, but you will be blessed with so much. Thank God for all the good things you have.”

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Years ago, when I was a lad of five, we used to visit my Great Aunt who was an Ursuline nun. She would ask me, “Who is the greatest man in the world?” I would always say, “My Dad!” Then she would add, “Smartest?” or “Strongest?” The answer from me was always, “My Dad!” If she could ask me today, I would still say, “My Dad!” Dad filled his life with a gentle humor and friendliness that was infectious and contagious. One friend said at his funeral celebration that Dad was like a gentle breeze with great influence. He never swore or cursed but used German and fictitious expletives to make his point come to life. To know him was to love him. What a great man Dad was — the salt of the earth. I was blessed to have had such a good father. So much of who I am was shaped by this man for whom I am truly grateful. He has rounded the bases and truly come on home.

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Ring of Fire Derby Dinner Playhouse

Soon after Ring of Fire, the life story of the legendary Johnny Cash, opened on Broadway, March 12, 2006, the show’s creator Richard Maltby, who won a Tony Award as Best Director for the musical Ain’t Misbehavin, told Playbill.com “ask anyone who’s seen it, because in a way, you can’t describe what it is. It’s a book musical without a book — a play made up of songs. It’s about home and family and getting together and loving somebody and having a backyard and generations living together.” Featuring over 30 hit songs, Ring of Fire has a cast of 4 men and 4 women, and is choreographed by longtime DDP choreographer Barbara Cullen, whose contribution to the production is worth the price of admission alone.

August 17-September 26 Where  Derby Dinner Playhouse tickets  $40 includes buffet dinner Contact  812.288.8281 or visit www.derbydinner.com. — Gioia Patton When 

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Attend an Art Show

Enjoy work by local artist, Robby Davis, at the Liberty Tattoo & Art Parlor now through the 28th. Far Far Away showcases the new and recent works of this local artist. In his first solo show, Robby invites you into his imperfect world of characters, creatures and doom. When  Now through August 28 Where  Liberty Tattoo & Art Parlor, 801 South 3rd Street admission  Free Contact  www.libertytattooandart.com.

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‘Sarah Jessica Parker as Annie!’ If that sentence sounds a bit implausible, it shouldn’t, as Parker did indeed graduate from playing one of the orphans to the role of Annie during the original six-year Broadway run of the musical. Tomorrow and It’s the Hard-Knock Life are two of the signature songs for this beloved production — based on the ‘Little Orphan Annie’ comic strip, and which made its original Broadway debut April 21, 1977. Nominated for 11 Tony Awards and winner of seven, including Best Musical, a new Broadway mounting is scheduled for sometime in 2012.

When  August 6-8, 10-14, 15, @7pm. Matinees: August 7, 8,*14, 15, @ 1:30pm Where  The Kentucky Center’s Bomhard Theatre tickets  $10-$25. Contact  KC box office 502.584.7777, 800.775.7777 or www.KentuckyCenter.org. *Audio description, listening device, Caption Theater and ASL interpretation are available for the August 14, @7 pm performance. *Request for ASL interpretation must be made a minimum of two weeks in advance. Call 502.498.2436 (V) for more information. TTY and VCO users contact Kentucky Replay at 800.648.6057. — Gioia Patton

A Musical Treat

Enjoy the musical stylings of awardwinning pianist Steven Yee. Steven, born with Retinoschisis which left him legally blind, has played piano since he was 7 years old. Learn about his life and events that have shaped his career. The concert is part of a series that celebrates the historical traditions of entertainers with vision loss.

When  August 28, 1-2:30pm Where  The Museum of the American Printing House for the Blind, 1839 Frankfort Avenue TICKETS  Free Contact  502.899.2365 or mhudson@aph.org to make reservations by August 26.

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Rascal Flatts

w/Special Guests Kellie Pickler and Chris Young Kentucky State Fair

Since their inception in 1999 the trio of Rascal Flatts has helped change the face of popular music with their trademark sound, consisting of Gary LeVox’s powerful emotive lead vocals, coupled with the soaring harmonies of Jay DeMarcus and Joe Don Rooney. Along the way Rascal Flatts has placed 10 #1 singles and 20 Top Tens, seen every one of their albums go multi-platinum, and amassed 32 American Music Association, Country Music Television, and Academy of Country Music Awards. The trio even had a prominent role, playing themselves, on one of last season’s episodes of the primetime series CSI. Kellie Pickler rocketed to country music stardom within months after the 5th season tour of American Idol (where she’d placed 6th) completed the summer of 2006. After the very talented and barely 21-year-old singer/songwriter released her debut album Small Town Girl on Halloween Day of that same year it was certified Gold within three months. It also yielded three top 15 singles (I Wonder, Red High Heels, Things That Never Cross a Man’s Mind), making Pickler one of country music’s ‘It’ Girls. Another of Pickler’s hits is the catchy and upbeat Best Days of Your Life from 2009, which she co-wrote with her friend and then concert tour mate Taylor Swift. Pickler’s latest single is Making Me Fall In Love Again. Pickler was my Arts Insider Must-See interview subject for the October 2009 edition.

When  August 29 @ 7:30pm Where  Kentucky State Fair, Freedom Hall tickets  $48-$69. In person at the Kentucky Exposition Center or Kentucky International Convention Center, all Ticketmaster outlets, or www.ticketmaster.com. — Gioia Patton

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9th Annual Kentucky Art Car Weekend

Join the Kentucky Museum of Art and Craft for this familyfriendly weekend including over 40 art cars from around the country, a sidewalk sale of art, artist demonstrations, live music, a mini art car workshop, a drive-in movie at Waterfront Wharf, and a parade down Frankfort Avenue. When  August 5-7 Where  various locations throughout Louisville admission  Free Contact  502.589.0102 or

www.kentuckyartcarweekend.com.

Business Builder Trade Show

Attend the Women in Networking (WIN) business builder event to meet local women who own or lead their business. Over 70 women-led businesses will be represented at the event. Get inspired and make new connections with these invaluable women. When  September 1 from 5-8pm Where  Beargrass Christian Church in Chalice Hall admission  $5 donation to scholarship fund Contact  502.499.5798.

Did You Break Up?

Check out Dating Dilemma’s columnist Caitlyn Gaynor’s break-up playlist on our Facebook page: www.Facebook. com/todayswoman.

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Herbie Hancock: The Imagine Project The Brown Theatre

Named one of Time magazine’s ‘100 Most Influential People in the World,’ the multi-Grammy-winning artist is currently on a world-wide tour promoting his latest CD, The Imagine Project (Hancock Records/ Red), which is an unprecedented international recording and video project featuring collaboration between Hancock and over a dozen superstars from every region of the planet. The heady list of superstars include: Seal, Pink, John Legend, Dave Matthews, Susan Tedeschi, India.Arie, James Morrison, Los Lobos and Chaka Khan. “The Imagine Project will explore the concept across the globe that ‘music is the universal language,’ uniting a myriad of cultures through song and positive creative expression,” says Hancock, who turned 70 earlier this year. “My hope is that the music will serve as a metaphor for the actions by the inhabitants of this wonderful planet as a call for world harmony on all levels.”

August 15 @7:30 pm Where  The Brown Theatre $37.50-$69.50 Contact  Kentucky Center box office 502.584.7777 or 800.775.7777 or www.kentuckycenter.org. Contact  access@kentuckycenter.org for information about the range of accessibility options. — Gioia Patton When 

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Wharf Fun Fest

Come to the Fourth Street Wharf for live music, artist booths, and karaoke. Adults 21+ can board the Belle of Louisville for a dance cruise with live music featuring Soul Kustody. When  August 21 Where  Fourth Street Wharf admission  Free, cruise – $20 per person Contact  502.574.2992.

Breast Cancer Support Group

A new support group for women diagnosed with breast cancer within the last 18 months, will launch Aug. 2. Participants in the eight-week group will develop coping strategies to take them from merely surviving cancer, to thriving, as they share their stories and offer support. Those strategies include proper use of the Internet and social media for information and support and helpful tips for coping with side-effects from treatment. When  August 2- September 27, Mondays from 5-6:30pm Where  Baptist Hospital East admission  Free, Free parking Contact  502.897.8131.

Peter Frampton

Enjoy a night of music from one of the best guitar players of our time. When  August 6, 8pm Where  Brown Theatre Tickets  from $38 Contact  502.584.7777.

Mix and Mingle After Work

Connect with other business professionals and join Executive Women International – Kentuckiana, for this special networking event. Hors d’oeuvres, beverages, door prizes. When  August 4 Where  The Olmsted Tickets  Free, reservations requested Contact  502.581.2059.

Blackstone’s Fleur de Lis Artist Challenge

Come and enjoy artwork of all kinds embellished with a Louisville symbol, the Fleur de Lis. Artists will be competing for a prize, but everyone wins because Blackstone is matching all entry money to be donated to District 9 Hurricane Katrina victims. Mayor Jerry Abramson will be on hand to receive the donation check. There will be free wine tastings, and appetizers will be served. When  August 21 Where  Blackstone’s Home Décor, Gifts & Art Show Gallery admission  Free Contact  502.231.5757.

Kentucky State Fair

Enjoy this year’s fair which will include evening performances by Sugarland, Tim McGraw, Rascal Flatts, and Jeff Dunham. When  August 19-29, daily 9am-10pm Where  Kentucky Exposition Center admission  adults $8, children and seniors $4, concert tickets sold separately Contact  www.kystatefair.org or 502.367.5002.

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An Arts Insider Must-See

We keep to our roots. We’ll always talk about the good, the bad, the ugly and the party on the weekend. We’ll always include the ‘Man Upstairs’ and our American heroes.

By Gioia Patton

— country music star Eddie Montgomery, talking about Montgomery Gentry’s music.

Montgomery Gentry

raised overhead during My Town: Eddie Montgomery bursts out laughing after I muse at the top of his phone interview that although Montgomery Gentry concerts are PG-rated in content, it’s a safe bet that its Southern rock music is also chest-thumpin’, yeehawin!’ and Hell-Raisin’ enough (think Kid Rock, Lynyrd Skynyrd and Gretchen Wilson) to be played in ‘establishments’ frequented by Hells Angels. “Troy and I love livin’ life!” are the first words out of Montgomery’s mouth. “And because life is very short we want to live every second, a belief that we also teach our kids. We teach them that life is the good, the bad and the ugly, and a party on the weekend. What makes this the Tim McGraw with Montgomery Gentry greatest country in the

oth Eddie Montgomery and Troy Gentry are native Kentuckians; Montgomery born in Danville, Gentry in Lexington. They fit my romanticized image of Kentucky men as being rugged and fearless like Daniel Boone. The lyrics to some of the songs of the gold and platinum selling artists, whose anthems, like the hit singles My Town, Hell Yeah! and Something to Be Proud Of, are best experienced live in concert, if for no other reason than the songs are elevated to the 10th power in effectiveness due to the sight and sound of Eddie Montgomery dressed in his now-signature ‘outlaw’ gear of long black coat, black shirt, black pants and wide brim black hat, matched in chest-thumpin’ macho-man intensity by the male concertgoers, who sing along with pumped fists

Friday, August 21 @8pm Where  Freedom Hall. tickets  $64-$74. Purchase in person at Kentucky Exposition offices or any ticketmaster outlets, or www.ticketmaster.com.

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world is that as long as you go out there and work hard, you can play hard, though always acting responsibly,” he adds. Because both Montgomery and Gentry are Kentucky natives (Montgomery still lives in Kentucky, as well as owning the Eddie Montgomery Steak House in Harrodsburg); I ask what it feels like when they play Freedom Hall and Rupp Arena. (Laughs) “You know it’s really wild because it really was a dream come true,” he admits. “As a kid I remember going to concerts at both venues and saying to myself ‘man…one of these days I’d love to play on these stages!’ In MG’s early years we played a lot of small clubs in both Lexington and Louisville and we used to tell ourselves then ‘we haven’t really made it BIG until we play Rupp Arena and Freedom Hall.’”

* Read the entire interview online at www.iamtodayswoman.com Gioia Patton is an arts & entertainment celebrity profiler.

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NAME: Jerod Clapp Freelance writer and photographer; Waiter at Outback Steakhouse AGE: 25

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His Story Jerod Clapp, a recent graduate of Indiana University Southeast, is looking forward to pursuing a career in photo journalism. We wanted to help him celebrate his milestone with a makeover from Fritz’s Salon & Spa (4984 US Hwy. 42, 502.412.3748).

His Hair In the past two years, Jerod — who had always kept his hair short — let it grow out and would often pull his hair back into a ponytail. “I didn’t realize I had so much curl until I grew it out, and the girls seemed to like it so I thought I would keep it this way for awhile,” he says. But when we approached Jarod about the prospect of shedding his long, curly locks, he was ready. Stylist Keri Flowers lopped off 14 inches — 12 of which were donated to Locks of Love. She partially straightened his hair using a blow dryer; then added very subtle highlights to the front of his hair to brighten up his face. She applied a serum to his hair to maintain his natural curl (Crazy Curl, $16). She finished his style with a finishing texture clay that smoothes out the hair and gives it more definition, (Finissage, $16). t o d a y ’ s

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