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The nonprofit, which recently merged with Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis, celebrated its 60th anniversary with a virtual gala. The event raised $370,000.
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PICTURED: MARTIN MATHEWS AND TOM SULLIVAN AT LAST YEAR’S GALA
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The new Ruth’s Chris Steak House in Chesterfield raised more than $8,200 to support the food pantry. PICTURED: CIRCLE OF CONCERN SENIOR DIRECTOR OF RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT JULIET HOLDEN, RUTH’S CHRIS GENERAL MANAGER MARK BULLOCK
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Thanks to a $94,009 grant from the St. Louis County CARES COVID-19 Humanitarian Response Fund, the nonprofit distributed more than 150 smartphones, tablets, Chromebooks and hot spots to adults struggling with mental illness so they have access to telehealth appointments and other critical services.
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DJ Reggie and the Hip Hop Mamas brought some holiday cheer to the intersection of Clayton and Lindbergh. The crosswalk performance raised funds for the early childhood center.
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I GRADUATED FROM HIGH SCHOOL IN 1972. No, no, no—not anywhere around here. It was ‘back East’ in Pittsford,
New York, a suburb of Rochester. I was only sentenced to my senior year there. My dad had been transferred after my junior year to that godforsaken place from Northport, a harbor town on the north shore of Long Island about 45 miles east of Manhattan. As awkward teenage years go, those were pretty close to awesome. But my last year of high school? The student body couldn’t have cared less about the new kid. I still remember the first few lines of a poem published in the creative writing magazine “Pittsford kids are ugly fakes / A mindless bunch this high school makes …” So, kind of a dork to begin with, I came nowhere close to fitting in. And that, dear readers, concludes the self-pity portion of our program. Ahem. Suffice it to say, now I’m a man of a certain age. OK, I’m 66. If the first part of life is climbing to the top of a hill, I’m headed down the other side and picking up speed. Although we’re somewhat closer to the exit than the entrance, no worries. My wife Cate and I are near the front of the line for the coronavirus vaccine. We have been hunkered down with The Dude, our hyper dog, in 836 square feet since March. We have our groceries and prescriptions delivered. We’re taking no chances, and it’s perfectly all right. Life can be lived only one day at a time anyhow, and wondering whether it will ever be back to ‘normal’ someday is fruitless. Good times or bad times, each day lasts only 24 hours. Our favorite pastime is dining out, but we haven’t met friends for dinner even when inside dining has been declared ‘safe’ by a county or city authority. I mean, for how long this time? And the virus apparently spreads via minuscule water droplets from an infected person, symptomatic or not. So, who’s to say even eating outside at a patio table is copacetic? COVID-19 is the ‘novel’ coronavirus, after all. There’s much to learn. But it will be a blessing to shake hands and hug people again, before and after a meal. Meanwhile, takeout or delivery are no big deal. Still, I can’t wait to introduce Cate to the last place I had lunch before lockdown: Cunetto’s House of Pasta. We’ll take a table for two in the back of the house!
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by stephanie wallace THE EVENTS OF 2020 WERE MARKED WITH UNCERTAINTY AND ISOLATION, and the challenging environment even creeped into the typically joyous occasion of welcoming a newborn to the family. Along with the usual changes and often nervous anticipation that come with pregnancy, the pandemic made it even more difficult for those who need assistance to connect with important medical, financial and emotional support. Since 1991, Nurses For Newborns (NFN) has worked to meet the needs of local families through in-home nurse visits, health care assistance, parent education and training, and other resources. Its mission is to ensure parents feel supported so every child can reach their first birthday and beyond healthy and thriving. The main stressors of the pandemic like job loss, housing insecurity and increased isolation have made NFN’s services even more crucial, notes CEO Melinda Monroe. Many of the normal sources of emotional and community support have been unavailable due to lockdown and social distancing. “During the first year of a child’s life, you set the trajectory of their health into the future,” she says. “We connect with families, answer their questions and provide valuable information, but we also act as another person who cares and is cheering them on as they do this very difficult task of raising a child in a pandemic.” While in-home visits have been disrupted, NFN has pivoted to offering telehealth appointments and using other virtual methods to provide services. Through grants, the nonprofit has been able to provide technology to families who may not have access to the internet. “We’ve distributed smartphones and other devices like digital infant scales,” Monroe says. The organization’s nurses use the technology to assess and weigh infants without being physically present.
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New year, new name. Stylebooks for metro journalists typically referred to our public television station as KETC-TV (Channel 9). Of late, the station has been the chief component of the Nine Network. But marketers will tell you less is more. It’s ‘Nine PBS’ for the foreseeable future. The station, which last updated its logo more than a decade ago, was created in 1954 to educate and inspire, and it’s always been an invaluable community institution. Station management emphasizes that combining the strong national brand of PBS with the local legacy of Nine establishes an identity that differentiates Nine PBS in an ever-changing media landscape. Now there are dozens, veritably countless, more commercial channels than the original three network outlets many of us grew up watching: ABC, CBS and NBC—plus the public station. Then, a test pattern concluded the broadcast day. Nowadays, you can watch TV 24/7, and often there’s little worth watching on many of those 649 or so channels. On the other hand, Nine PBS broadcasts Sesame Street and other wholesome, educational programs for kids. Youth and adults can watch the latest Ken Burns masterpiece and series on everything from the Civil War to jazz. The venerable TV station aims to fuel positive change through community engagement, presenting programs that encourage viewers to dream, laugh and learn. In a statement, management says the new branding “represents the essence of who we are today—contemporary, vibrant, hopeful about the future, and as passionate as ever about education and working together to make our region strong.”
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In 1998, indie band Semisonic released the hit “Closing Time” with a lyric that’s since entered the vernacular: “You don’t have to go home, but you can’t stay here.” So when bars closed for the night in Illinois and St. Louis City and County, inveterate party animals continued their shenanigans by descending on the Main Street entertainment district in St. Charles, where closing time was later than most elsewhere in the metro. That was, until right around Thanksgiving—the county’s health department established an 11 p.m. curfew starting Nov. 25 for bars and restaurants. The policy led some watering holes to sue, an effort that has yet to succeed. Well, COVID-19 policies throughout the metro— regarding group size, indoor dining vs. take-out and delivery, mask or no mask—seem to vary like the weather. So, guess what? The curfew was rescinded Jan. 11, allegedly because cases in St. Charles County had not spiked in December. Well, OK. At press time, that remained the case. But who knows what may have changed when this issue hits the street? Folks, just drink at home and maybe nobody gets hurt, catches the ‘corona’ or both.
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The St. Louis Mosaic Project is committed to fostering a more welcoming nation where everyone feels they belong, regardless of their background or where they were born. As part of those ongoing efforts, it is supporting the Ad Council’s new national ad campaign, Belonging Begins With Us. “We’re excited to extend this important message of belonging as part of our long-term efforts to create a region DANIELA VELÁZQUEZ where everyone knows they belong, and where we can all make connections across our differences,” says Suzanne Sierra of the Mosaic Project. Visit belongingbeginswithus.org, which features first-person stories from across the country, as well as ideas for welcoming actions people can take in their own neighborhoods and workplaces. Among the 40 stories selected nationwide, the local story of Daniela Velázquez is included. A second-generation Puerto Rican who returned to The Lou after a career in journalism in South Florida, she struggled with feeling like she didn’t belong here. She parlayed her journalism experience into a career in public relations and is a strategist at Elasticity, a digital marketing agency. The 60-second PSA, created pro bono by NYC ad agency Pereira O’Dell, features an a cappella version of the 1968 hit “Walk a Mile in My Shoes” and reminds audiences what it feels like to be left out—and for people who moved to this country, that feeling can last a long time. You can watch the powerful new video on YouTube.
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The 29th annual Whitaker St. Louis International Film Festival (SLIFF) wrapped on Nov. 22, 2020, but Cinema St. Louis is providing movie buffs another opportunity to view the event’s award winners in the Best of Fest, which is available virtually Jan. 22 through 31. One film to watch is Zappa, a documentary about the late iconoclast Frank Zappa that is directed by Alex Winter, formerly of St. Louis. Not your grandmother’s music doc, the multifaceted narrative brings a complex artist back to life. Viewers will get an intimate yet expansive look at a visionary whose music is impossible to categorize: jazz? comedy? progressive rock? All of the above, most likely. Zappa and eight other features, plus a program of 10 shorts, will be available to stream all 10 days, and several films will include recorded Q&As with filmmakers and documentary subjects. Visit cinemastlouis.org/best-of-fest.
LAST ISSUE’S Q&A TWO MUSIC QUESTIONS: 1. WHAT GROUP ORIGINALLY RECORDED THE 1960S HIT SONG “WALK A MILE IN MY SHOES”? 2. WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING SEVEN TITLES ARE NOT ALBUMS RELEASED BY FRANK ZAPPA (with or without The Mothers of Invention)?
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How many spheres the size of our home planet could fit inside Jupiter, the largest planet in our solar system— and a big gasbag? There are two answers, kind of, based on geometry. (Well, it’s some sort of math anyway.) The choices last issue ranged from 5 to 8,125. The answer(s)? F. 990 and G. 1,300. Huh? You see—or if you’re like me, you don’t—if the spheres were packed in there tightly, as many as 1,300 Earths could fit inside Jupiter. If the spheres weren’t packed tightly, only 990 would fit. Hmm. Is that physics? Beats me.
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St. Louis The pandemic means that how sports are Oct. 24. A glimmer, indeed—a maximum of played may never be the same. Restaurants 336 people were allowed in, consistent with close daily, all too many never to reopen. But social-distancing requirements. But that only few business models have been challenged as lasted about 10 weeks, and earlier this month, severely as the places where we used to go, Hagin pulled the plug on concerts at the venue with impunity, to enjoy live music. Pat Hagin has for the foreseeable future. Maybe they can been in the business in one capacity or another resume sometime in the spring? The answer since he started bartending at Mississippi to that question, says Hagin, is “somewhere up in the atmosphere.” With Nights in 1980. He no consistent, and often handled booking for conflicting, information the venue for 19 years. from city, county, state Hagin is managing THE VACCINE IS and federal authorities, partner at The Pageant nobody really knows. on Delmar Boulevard, PRETTY IMPORTANT Even over the phone, which marked its 20th TO WHAT WE DO. I could almost hear anniversary in October. Hagin’s eyes roll. Too Celebrate, not so much is at stake in a much—the last regular public health emergency show was March 10, 2020, before the coronavirus put the kibosh that shows no signs of waning, especially in on crowd size. (Hagin’s business partner is a concert environment where thousands of the infamous Joe Edwards, who founded very vocal people are shoulder to shoulder in Blueberry Hill in 1972 and owns many other a petri dish: staff, artists, road crew and the establishments in The Loop.) The Pageant, fans, each with a different sense of personal with a maximum capacity of 2,300 fans, responsibility or none at all. Meanwhile, stayed dark through last October, until the everyone’s favorite immunologist, the ‘Glimmer of Normalcy’ concert series began country’s embattled Dr. Anthony Fauci, was
quoted last week as saying that “sometime in the fall” it would be safe to hold concerts, open movie theaters and resume other live events once the vaccine has been widely distributed and we achieve herd immunity. In an understatement, Hagin says: “The vaccine is pretty important to what we do.” Whenever the facility is able to resume ‘normal’ activity, screening protocols will have changed. It may be that fans will need to display something like an official certificate of vaccination to be allowed entry, Hagin points out. “We’ll facilitate that as we go along,” he says. But anyone who has attended a concert since who knows when is used to a bit of a ‘hassle’ whenever they go to a show. Purses will be searched, if they’re allowed inside at all. Fans may be patted down, or frisked. (By the same token, many of us can’t remember what it was like to board a commercial flight before Sept. 11, 2001.) All that said, there’s a light at the end of the tunnel, financially speaking, for Hagin et al. Government grants to independent venues and promoters as part of the ‘Save Our Stages’ bill passed by Congress are slated to be disbursed beginning as soon as February. Visit thepageant.com.
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Armando Pasetti, chief emeritus officer of Volpi Foods
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An StL style institution is on the move. Saint Louis Fashion Fund’s new headquarters will be in the Grand Center Arts District at 3333 Washington Ave. The new, 1,000-square-foot space is set to open this summer.
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and master salumiere, passed away last month at age 96. Serving as leader of the fourth-generation family-owned business from 1958 to 2002, he grew the local company into a household name.
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Looking for Valentine’s Day ideas? Saint Louis Ballet is presenting a collection of performances that embody the spirit of the holiday. LOVE (and ballet) in the time of Corona will begin streaming Feb. 13. Visit stlouisballet.org for more information.
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Schlafly Beer is teaming up with the Animal Protective Association and The Watering Hole canine community for a pet toy drive. Through Feb. 12, you can trade in new dog and cat toys at all three organizations for a coupon for 20% off food and drink at Schlafly brewpubs. The best part? If you turn in your donation at one of the brewpubs, you’ll also receive a free can of Schlafly’s Uncaged Ale.
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The Velvet Hammer columnist Joan Berkman has been named the new president of the St. Louis Press Club.
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I DROVE 20 HOURS TO THE FLORIDA KEYS
with my daughter and husband, who both drive as if they are trying to qualify for the Indy 500. I sat in the backseat with the two dogs, boxed in with suitcases and everything else so my view was purposely obstructed. At the beginning of our journey, the sensors that alert the driver she is too close to other vehicles went off quite a bit. Other cars were honking and giving us the finger as we passed by. In the end, even the car sensors gave up. They no longer just beeped, they talked: “Are you kidding me?!” “Are you trying to get us killed?” “That was an ignorant move.” Car technology is amazing these days. In our family, the driver gets to pick the music. My daughter likes country. To me, country music is what I heard on Hee Haw. Feel free to mock; I am way behind the times. As I listened, much of it had the same theme. Hearts are broken, cowboys are involved, everyone drinks shots of Jack Daniels, and
people drive away in pickup trucks. Hmm. This did not seem right. Let’s start with cowboys. In my early 30s, I read a book by Pam Houston titled Cowboys Are My Weakness. I reread it every few years. Yes, I know most people reread the classics, but not me. That book and Valley of the Dolls are my go-to classics! But here’s the deal with cowboys: They only live in places like Texas, Oklahoma or New Mexico, you know, where there is livestock to tend. So just because a man has a cowboy hat doesn’t make him a cowboy. I think that before you fall in love with a cowboy, you should make sure they can ride a horse. Now, let’s talk about Jack Daniels. A long time ago when I didn’t know any better, I would drink Jack and coke. Then I visited the Jameson distillery in Ireland, and my life changed. At the end of the tour, we did a taste test between Jack, Johnnie and John Jameson, and Jameson won. So, I tried again. Jameson won ▶ Contact Patty at phannum@townandstyle.com. ◀
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again. Every time I visit Ireland, Jameson wins. When did pickup trucks become the vehicle of choice for so many people? We always had them around when I was a kid because my dad owned a roofing company. They were nothing fancy, manual transmission, unpleasant to drive and often did not have radios. (OMG. Was my dad just cheap and get the pickup with no extras?) Anyway, I am always surprised when I see someone drive a pickup truck if they don’t need it for work or don’t own a farm. What are they hauling? I drive my husband crazy at Home Depot when I point out the pickups that just seem too clean. Be leery of men with clean pickup trucks. So, I am working on a song that includes an actuary who broke my heart, a couple of shots of Jameson and me realizing that at my age, I should head straight to bed. I think I have a No. 1 hit on my hands! Now, I have to decide whether to send it to Miranda or Carrie.
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SRI JALADI OF PARKWAY WEST HIGH SCHOOL 〉〉 THE PANDEMIC HAS IMPACTED EVERYONE IN OUR COMMUNITY, but the homeless population has been one of the hardest hit. Parkway West senior Sri Jaladi is dedicated to supporting this vulnerable group in St. Louis and beyond. Through his nonprofit NANO (Navigating Access to New Opportunities) Lending, he launched a campaign to spread information about the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine locally. For more information, visit covidvaccinenotify.com. What sparked your interest in helping the unhoused in St. Louis? There is a negative connotation that people are in this situation because of their own choices. After meeting with unhoused individuals, I realized that there are so many skilled, hardworking people who have fallen victim to circumstances outside of their control. I’ve met a wide array of professionals like teachers and chefs who could do incredible things if they had the resources. I think there is a stigma around the word ‘homeless,’ so I always say ‘unhoused’ instead because it suggests that it is a temporary situation that can be overcome.
Where did the idea for NANO Lending come from? Someone explained to me that entrepreneurship is rampant in the unhoused community. He himself bought and sold scrap metal to survive. Through my participation in the Parkway SPARK! incubator program, I realized what could be done with a little entrepreneurial mentorship and support. Since high school students could generate revenue with minimal resources, I thought unhoused individuals could do the same thing with a little help.
in shelters, connect unhoused individuals with local businesses and experts for mentorship, and provide funds for necessary equipment. We call it a loan, but there is no expectation that it be repaid. If people are successful, we ask that they pay it forward to someone else in the unhoused community.
Along with outreach about the vaccine, what have you been doing during the pandemic? When shelters were getting ready for lockdown and quarantine, I realized it was impossible for them to socially distance and Tell me what NANO does. We have three-pronged approach take all of the necessary safety for people to launch businesses precautions. I reached out to and make a sustainable income. NANO participants who had We run workshops and incubators received a sewing machine to
start their businesses, and we were able to distribute more than 1,600 masks in camps and shelters throughout St. Louis. NANO also conducted safety workshops, and our normal services have been moved online. I’ve uploaded the recorded workshops to YouTube, so people outside of St. Louis can watch them and also apply for assistance and mentorship. What do you enjoy doing in your free time? I love to hang out with my friends and try new activities. Right now, skateboarding is one of my big hobbies, and I also enjoy go-karting. Going to the track and driving around in a circle may sound boring, but for me, it’s a great de-stressor and a lot of fun.
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WITH KATELYN & THE #CRUMBLYCREW NOW IS THE TIME OF YEAR WHEN THE WORLD
refocuses. We write down our goals, promise to do better, ban ourselves from indulging and set our intentions high. I fall somewhere in the middle of putting all my eggs in a basket of lofty goals that may or may not get accomplished and adopting the mindset to just let be what will be without immense pressure. One thing I know to be true, however, is that if I don’t have something to work toward, I most likely will wander aimlessly. There's a proverb that states, “Where there is no vision, the people perish.” And when I think about it, I have felt like I’m perishing, that feeling of not knowing which direction I'm going or not having anyone measuring my growth or accomplishments. I decided that this year, I want to be a cheerleader for my kids and encourage them to also set their own intentions and goals. I want them to partake in the practice of working toward a goal and feeling the deep sense of joy when it is met. I have talked about printables from biglifejournal.com before, but the 2021 New Year Kit PDF is a must. I loved going through the simple steps they created for kids to practice creating goals that include important stuff like acts of kindness, setting boundaries, tracking screen time and creating bucket lists for the whole family. It’s $12.95 to print from the website, and I picked up binders, stickers, and sparkly pens at the Dollar Tree to go with it. We have decided to keep our goal binders on the counter with our chore charts and gratitude journals inside. I am hoping this will feed my kids' quest to grow, explore and boost their confidence, and it also will help me be a mom who focuses on the good in them. I believe goals should always fuel positive feelings, not create pressure to perform, and this print out does just that. In fact, I may fill one out for myself because moms need daily affirmations, too! Let me know if you decide to do it with your kids, and tag me at @_katelynyoung_ on Instagram.
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FOR MORE THAN 40 YEARS, the Summer Opportunities Fair has helped St. Louis families look beyond the winter chill to the sun and fun of warmer months. Run by volunteers and sponsored by Mary Institute and Saint Louis Country Day School, John Burroughs School and Whitfield School, the fair showcases a variety of camps and activities for children and teens that foster intellectual curiosity, promote physical activity and offer plenty of opportunities for fun. While the pandemic has thrown a wrench into so many long-term plans, the Summer Opportunities Fair is still offering resources to families to prepare for the months ahead. Instead of an in-person event, information is available on the fair’s website. “Even not knowing what spring and summer will look like, parents still can start gathering information and planning,” says Becky Marsh, Whitfield’s director of marketing and communications. “We felt it was incumbent upon us to move forward with this service to the community.” To transition the event online, organizers had to determine how to make it easily accessible to families, but also manageable for volunteers to maintain. “A unique feature of the event is that it is parent-driven,” Marsh notes. “We wanted to make sure they could continue to facilitate things with support from the schools’ administrators.” Those in charge also wanted to show support for the camps that usually participate. “Like so many businesses, they are facing difficult times,” Marsh says. On the Summer Opportunities Fair website, the camps who exhibited at last year’s event are organized into a variety of categories based on interest, age and more. From sports and wilderness to academics and the arts, parents can explore topics relevant to their children’s interests and find local, national and international options. It provides links to each camp’s website so they can easily see what is being offered in 2021. The website will remain live through the spring and summer. “We will constantly update with information exhibitors provide us,” adds Rob Kampen, Whitfield’s assistant director of business and facilities.
The fair will be back in 2022
This year has started with uncertainty, but St. Louisans can still make plans for the future. The Summer Opportunities Fair can help answer families’ questions about summer plans, and Kampen says that even with so much uncertainty, there is one thing people can count on. “The fair will be back in 2022,” he notes. “We’re still working out the details, but it absolutely will continue.”
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by dr. tim jordan PEOPLE WHO REFUSE TO WEAR MASKS during the COVID pandemic are unwitting, ignorant victims. That may be a tough pill to swallow, but hear me out. Sofi, 16, was in a major power struggle with her strict parents about her schoolwork. She told me it was in large part due to them being overly invested in straight A’s and a future Ivy League education. Sofi felt micromanaged and overpowered, which was particularly hard for this strong-minded teen. Her response was to try to gain control, which in her case, meant procrastinating on her homework and ‘forgetting’ to turn it in. Her grades were hovering in the C to D range, which infuriated her parents. Here is the kicker: Despite a very brief feeling of power and control, Sofi was in fact giving her power away in the long run. She had proved that her parents couldn’t control her and that she was in charge of her life. She even proudly said to me, “I showed them!” But doing poorly in school to oppose her parents still made it about them. It was not in her best interest to get C’s and D’s; she was interested in a few colleges that required a high GPA for admittance. I helped her realize that by making her academic effort (or lack thereof) about her parents, she was in essence giving her power to them. I encouraged her to determine what kind of grades she wanted and to get there for her own reasons. And if she got A’s and her parents were pleased, that’s OK. Sofi was not doing it for them anymore. The same logic applies to adults who refuse to wear masks to demonstrate that the government and other citizens can’t make them. They are not making this decision based on careful research and science or what might be in their best interest. As resistors shake their fists at the powers that be, they will get an initial feeling of power as they shout, “You can’t make me!” But just like Sofi, they are giving their power away and becoming victims of their ignorance. Having said all of this, I do believe it is important that we all consider other people’s needs when it comes to the virus. Masks protect others as much or more than us. Wearing a mask for this reason is based on empathy, compassion and love of your neighbor. I encourage everyone to drop the power struggle over masks to protect their own health and the health of us all. & TIM JORDAN, M.D., IS A BEHAVIORAL PEDIATRICIAN WHO WORKS WITH GIRLS IN GRADE SCHOOL THROUGH COLLEGE. CHECK OUT HIS NEW ONLINE COURSE, PARENTING GIRLS: THE CHALLENGES GIRLS FACE TODAY WITH THEIR FEELINGS AND FRIENDS AND WHAT THEY NEED, AT DRTIMJORDAN.COM.
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LESSONS LEARNED & SHARED BY J U L I A M . JOHNSON
The COVID-19 pandemic has been responsible for many a tough break in St. Louis over the past 10 months, from shuttered businesses and lost jobs to family health crises. The silver lining is that difficult times offer key lessons about resilience, perseverance and priorities, skills we can learn ourselves and impart to others. T&S asked prominent businesspeople and leaders to share their insights on how 2020 made them stronger—and how they plan to approach the new year.
This past year made me realize how much of a planner I really am. It also taught me that I can be nimble in facing personal and professional challenges. I’ve never been a big fan of curveballs in life, but I definitely learned more about how to deal with them! I also realized how much we need culture and the arts in our lives; they are at the core of our being. Watching entities like the opera and local theaters get creative with virtual programming has been good for the soul.
Last year taught me how important preparation is in life. With everything that has been going on, it puts you in a position to realize that you shouldn’t be afraid or anxious in these situations. Instead, use your years of experience and observation to gain insight. I also found that making virtual visits and appearances in place of in-person events created new opportunities I wouldn’t have expected.
ISAAC BRUCE NFL Hall of Fame wide receiver Isaac Bruce Foundation
This year, I’m planning on expanding my foundation, which focuses on education, literacy and sports initiatives for young people. I want to create new programs and grow existing ones. I’m also looking forward to my NFL Hall of Fame enshrinement. My 2020 class is being combined with 2021, and it will be an exciting long weekend.
TANIA BEASLEY-JOLLY Tania Beasley-Jolly Consulting
Being patient and planning ahead are the two biggest lessons I learned from this situation. In the restaurant business, we’ve had to pivot so many times, it’s been confusing for customers and draining for staff. I’ve learned to rely on those who know what they are talking about, like experts who tell us the pandemic will not be over quickly. We need to step back, take a deep breath and work on planning instead of reacting.
I learned a lot about myself in 2020, and, like many of us during this pandemic, I realized there were things I had taken for granted. I just assumed I would be able to attend a sporting event or concert, go out to dinner and meet friends whenever I wanted, so I didn’t have the level of appreciation for those things that I do now. Also, I am very grateful for my family. We did the best we could to have fun and make sure there were plenty of laughs.
CAROLYN KINDLE BETZ Enterprise Holdings Foundation St. Louis City SC
I am looking forward to things getting back to normal, or at least a new normal, where we can go out and spend time with friends again—and of course, enjoy all of the exciting things we have coming up for St. Louis City SC. The year 2021 will be another important one for us, and I can’t wait to create memories with our unbelievable soccer fans.
ROB CONNOLEY Bulrush
I’ve realized that you should appreciate what you have and never underestimate the power of the unexpected. You have to be flexible and roll with the punches. More than ever, I appreciate my wife, Wendy (pictured); she really has been there for me, and we have grown even closer. I also truly appreciate my staff and customers because they stepped up to the plate for us last year.
PAUL HAMILTON Hamilton Hospitality
This year, I’m looking forward to a return to some kind of normal in terms of our restaurant business. I doubt it will get back to 100% right away, but we are hoping there will be some pent-up demand. As long as we can continue to serve people safely, I think the business will be there.
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This year, I think things will continue in a cycle similar to what we’ve seen in historically. After the flu pandemic a century ago, people were ready to party again, and I think that will happen this year as well. We also are switching to food packing materials that are beautiful, reusable and compostable, and we are continuing to provide special occasion meals. People always will need to celebrate birthdays and anniversaries!
I think the pandemic brought out a lot of latent creativity and resilience in people, including myself. Many people have taken more of an interest in things like landscaping, baking and art because creativity is closely linked to being happy and fulfilled. I also learned that for every bad thing in life, there’s an upside if you look hard enough. No one I know has rolled over and given up; it’s in our nature to find another way.
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My lessons for the year ahead: Don’t wait to do something that you have been wanting to do, and get rid of anything that isn’t serving you well. If something doesn’t fit my ideology or lifestyle anymore, I don’t do it. Life is too short to hold on to things you no longer need.
I’m continuing to take on creative opportunities for myself in the new year. The Nine Network asked me to make my book, Candy Men: The Story of Switzer’s Licorice, into an hour-long documentary, so I’m looking forward to that. Reedy Press invited me to do a book on the Irish in St. Louis, and I am working on a concert at The Sheldon celebrating the 200th anniversary of Missouri statehood. We may need to do it virtually!
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SHE SAID YES! EMILY GOLDSTEIN & DAVID TELL by julia m. johnson THE PANDEMIC PUT A TEMPORARY HOLD on Emily Goldstein and David Tell’s August
2020 wedding in Napa Valley, but it couldn’t dampen the memories of their beautiful engagement day in the mountains of France. “It definitely was a surprise,” Emily says of David’s proposal last year. “He loves to ski, so we traveled to Chamonix in the French Alps for a vacation on the slopes. One day, we took a break from skiing to visit some of the local attractions, including the summit of Aiguille du Midi, a 12,600-foot peak. It was a lovely day, and the views were amazing.” Emily says they brought along a picnic lunch and asked someone to take some photos of them together. “As we posed, I noticed David wasn’t facing the camera,” she says. “He was down on one knee, holding a ring.” She happily accepted while nearby tourists cheered and applauded, and David broke out a bottle of champagne to commemorate the occasion. “I never suspected that he was going to propose,” Emily says. “David loves planning surprises and is really good at it! He had been walking around with the ring in his pocket for two weeks, waiting for the perfect time and place.” Emily and David celebrated with cocktails and dinner at a local hotel. “We didn’t tell our families the exciting news until a day later,” Emily says. “We took those first 24 hours to just enjoy being engaged and let it sink in, and then we called our relatives back home.” The wedding has been rescheduled for this November. “To commemorate our original 2020 date, we held a small, private religious wedding ceremony with just immediate family,” Emily says. “We are looking forward to the bigger event this fall, and we want to go abroad again for our honeymoon. We are thinking of Italy, possibly Sardinia.” For now, the couple is enjoying life together in San Francisco. Emily, an alumna of Clayton High School and Stanford University, is a brand strategist and interior designer starting her own business. David, a Miami native, is a lawyer and tech entrepreneur who currently is launching a wellness app. He received his undergraduate and law degrees from Florida State University. Emily says the two will never forget the sunny, snow-capped day that marked the start of their future as husband and wife. “I smile whenever I think how the views, altitude and proposal all took my breath away at the same moment,” she says. &
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TAKE A DEEP BREATH SLUCARE PHYSICIAN GROUP by julia m. johnson BALLWIN RESIDENT ALAN ROBBINS had been
struggling with allergies and sinus trouble for years when he visited SLUCare otolaryngologist Dr. Jastin Antisdel in search of relief. “I had ongoing issues with sinusitis and polyps on my sinus membranes,” Robbins says. “Symptoms would come and go, but when they flared up, I had to deal with a lot of congestion and discomfort. My right nasal passage seemed to be affected the most.” Robbins had undergone surgery to remove polyps before, but Antisdel found they had returned and recommended another operation. He performed an outpatient procedure at SLUCare Otolaryngology West County in Creve Coeur and also corrected the patient’s deviated septum, a condition that can cause breathing problems because the wall between the nasal passages is misaligned. The end result was improved comfort and clearer breathing, according to Robbins. “Before, I basically had no path for air through my right nostril, and the recurring bouts of sinusitis were difficult,” he notes. “I didn’t realize how much I was compensating for my sinus problems in my daily life. I had to sleep on one side every night and keep a box of tissues with me at all times. But now, I feel great.” Robbins says the process was made even easier by the compassion and care he received from SLUCare staff. “Dr. Antisdel speaks in plain, straightforward language so you know what to expect,” he says. “He is never condescending, never talks over you and always explains things thoroughly. I like to know what is happening with my health, and he understands that. He even showed me images from the procedure so I could see for myself how the problems had been corrected. The whole SLUCare team provided me with a very high level of care and follow-up.”
Antisdel says sinus problems like those Robbins experienced are frustrating, but the SLUCare team has the knowledge and expertise to help patients find relief and enjoy a better quality of life. He and his colleagues, Drs. Joseph Brunworth, John Eisenbeis, Thomas Sanford and Joshua Hentzelman, are committed to designing personalized care plans that focus on each patient’s unique needs. “No treatment approach should ever be ‘one size fits all,’” Antisdel says. “We understand that each person is an individual DR. JOHN EISENBEIS CONSULTS WITH A PATIENT. patient comfort, less-invasive techniques and shorter and needs a tailored plan.” SLUCare physicians can help patients with all kinds healing times. He adds that it’s important to draw the proper of sinus and airway problems, including allergies, sinusitis, nasal blockage, recurrent infections and distinction between sinusitis and a sinus infection. more. “Allergies tend to be much worse in spring and The former involves inflammation of the sinus fall, but people have more problems with sinusitis in membranes that can go on for weeks or months and is winter,” Antisdel says. “Patients with underlying issues not contagious, and the latter is a temporary infection, often get winter upper respiratory infections, which is he says. It’s also possible to get a sinus infection on top why we often talk about sinus care at this time of year.” of sinusitis. Normal sinuses are open and filled with He says that during the pandemic, some people with air, but sinusitis causes inflammation and fluid buildup sinus and allergy issues have had less trouble because in the passages, leading to congestion, pain, pressure, they are exposed to fewer allergens like dust working nasal discharge and even fatigue. Antisdel advises paying attention to the duration and remotely, but others develop worse problems because severity of symptoms to decide when you should seek they are around their pets all day. Antisdel says SLUCare doctors enjoy collaborating medical care. “If you have problems like chronic loss of with patients to figure out a plan that meets their health smell, ongoing nasal obstruction or discharge, consult a goals, whether they need immunotherapy, balloon provider,” he advises. “If you have symptoms of a cold, sinuplasty, drug therapy, surgery or other treatments. give your body about a week to clear it. If the symptoms The emphasis is always on modern technology, hang on longer than that, seek treatment.” It’s also important for patients to remember that they shouldn’t postpone care because of coronavirus fears. SLUCare facilities practice in-depth sanitary and distancing measures so people can feel confident about visiting. The physician group has created a video, “Your Safety Is Our Priority,” to answer patients’ questions about COVID-19 protocols. It outlines virtual care options and precautions taken during visits to SLUCare facilities. The video is available at slucare.edu/covid-19/return.php. Robbins says he is extremely glad he chose the SLUCare team to solve his sinus problems. “My entire experience has been very positive, and the results of my surgery are so good that I wish I had done it a couple of years earlier,” he says. “I’m glad medical science has progressed to the point where it’s easy and pleasant to have your health problems addressed and get the relief you need.” & SLUCARE PHYSICIAN GROUP IS COMMITTED TO HELPING PATIENTS IMPROVE THEIR QUALITY OF LIFE THROUGH PERSONALIZED CARE AND TREATMENT FOR SINUS AND AIRWAY ISSUES. PICTURED ON THE SECTION COVER: SLUCARE OTOLARYNGOLOGISTS DR. JOHN EISENBEIS, DR. JOSHUA HENTZELMAN, DR. JASTIN ANTISDEL, DR. THOMAS SANFORD AND DR. JOSEPH BRUNWORTH. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 314.977.6362 OR SEARCH FOR ‘SINUSITIS’ AT SLUCARE.EDU.
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HEALTH & BEAUTY
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Disturbed sleep and daytime drowsiness are common complaints of people with Alzheimer’s disease, and the issues can be present even before cognitive decline manifests. A new study from Washington University School of Medicine offers insight into the link between the disease and disruption of the circadian rhythm. The protein YKL-40 is regulated by the body’s internal clock and also is connected to buildup of Alzheimer’s proteins in the brain. Looking at mouse models, researchers found that subjects without YKL-40 had less buildup, and their microglia (immune cells that keep plaques from spreading) were more plentiful. The findings suggest a therapy targeting YKL-40 could help slow Alzheimer’s progression.
The blood and bone marrow transplant (BMT) program at SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital is celebrating both its 30th anniversary and the impressive achievement of performing 100 transplants in 2020. Dr. Mark Fesler, SLUCare oncologist and director of the BMT program, says they didn’t imagine doing that number of transplants last year. Hospital staff had to balance the risk of the pandemic while continuing care of patients with life-threatening blood cancers. “It was a hard year for both the patients and the program staff, but accomplishing that volume of work is something that we’re all proud of,” he says.
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LABOR INTERVENTIONS HELP FOR MENTAL HEALTH St. Louis City is partnering with Behavioral Health Response (BHR) to alleviate strain on 911 dispatchers and potentially save lives. Through a new program, emergency calls dealing with mental health issues and without imminent safety concerns will be transferred to trained mental health professionals. In situations that still require a police officer to respond to the scene, the officer will be accompanied by a behavioral health professional who will serve as co-responder. The goal is to prevent people in mental crisis from being arrested and help connect them with important services. St. Louis will be the first U.S. city to divert mental health calls outside of the 911 system.
Two out of three pregnant women receive supplemental oxygen at some point during childbirth. Since the 1960s, it has been administered to prevent damage to the baby’s brain due to oxygen deficiency. However, researchers at Washington University School of Medicine have found that there is no benefit to the practice. Looking at 16 previous trials on the subject, they discovered that infants born to mothers who received supplemental oxygen did not have better outcomes than those whose mothers did not receive it but had otherwise similar labor experiences. The study suggests that the practice can safely be stopped for many women, and more judicial application of the intervention could reduce health care costs.
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he cold, gray months of winter often are made even drearier by seasonal upper respiratory infections, which can leave you feeling tired, stuffed up and uncomfortable for days at a time. It’s important to be informed about these illnesses so you can be better prepared to deal with them, says allergy and immunology physician Dr. Kim Waterhouse of SSM Health Medical Group.
“Acute upper respiratory infections like the common cold happen often at this time of year,” Waterhouse says. “The average adult will get two or three of them per year, and kids usually get more.” Rhinosinusitis, the medical term for inflammation in the nasal passages and sinuses, normally begins with a cold virus and may develop into a bacterial infection. “Along with nasal mucosa congestion, a runny nose and sinus involvement, some patients also experience facial pain or pressure and even toothaches,” Waterhouse says. She says the color of draining nasal mucus doesn’t really indicate whether an infection is viral or bacterial. “We look more at the time course of the illness,” she says. “A typical cold should last seven to 10 days before symptoms ease up. If they continue for more than 10 days with no improvement, the infection likely has become bacterial. If that’s the case, especially if symptoms are actually worsening or you have a high fever, contact your provider or go to urgent care.” While it may seem like seasonal URIs are nearly unavoidable, Waterhouse says there are some things you can do to decrease your risk. “Eating a healthy diet, exercising, getting adequate sleep and reducing stress can all help boost your immunity,” she says. “Not smoking is important as well. Smokers tend to be more susceptible to upper respiratory infections, and they often take a more serious course because the person’s nasal mucosa already are inflamed. Smoking decreases the efficacy of the immune system in fighting off infection.”
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If you do end up with an upper respiratory infection, get plenty of sleep and drink fluids often, Waterhouse advises. Decongestants like Sudafed can help, but people with cardiovascular conditions should consult a provider before using them. An over-the-counter preparation like NeilMed Sinus Rinse twice a day can flush out the mucus in your nasal passages, and nasal corticosteroids like Flonase may help reduce inflammation. “Most people get relief with two sprays of Flonase in each nostril once a day,” Waterhouse says. “You also can try Mucinex to thin nasal secretions and promote drainage, and if you have a headache or fever, ibuprofen or Tylenol can help.”
Is it a cold, or is it COVID-19?
What you eat impacts your immune system
It’s important to be clear on the difference between COVID-19 symptoms and those of a common upper respiratory infection. “Combinations of symptoms can vary, but a COVID-19 infection usually starts off with a sore throat, headache, fatigue and fever,” Waterhouse explains. “A URI like a cold tends to cause more nasal symptoms like runny nose and congestion at the outset. Most adults don’t get a fever when they have a cold, but children can.” Of course, if you have questions or feel unsure what your symptoms mean, it’s best to contact a health provider.
While no dietary change can completely protect you against illness, some foods may give your immune system a helpful boost of vitamins and other key nutrients. These foods include:
Waterhouse adds that working from home can protect you from exposure to colleagues who may be sick, but some virtual employees actually may be at greater risk for upper respiratory infections. “When families are working and studying at home, they are closer together in an enclosed space, so transmission is easier,” she says.
○ Always wash your hands for 20 seconds with soap and water, or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
When are upper respiratory infections common?
○ Protect others by moving away if you have to cough or sneeze. If you can’t, cough or sneeze into a tissue or your upper shirt sleeve, fully covering your nose and mouth.
According to Waterhouse, and rhinovirus parainfluenza outbreaks tend to happen in late spring and fall, and respiratory syncytial virus and non-COVID-19 coronaviruses are common in spring and winter. Common cold viruses are seen year-round. All of these can cause upper respiratory illness.
○ Citrus fruits ○ Red bell peppers ○ Broccoli ○ Garlic ○ Ginger ○ Spinach ○ Yogurt with live, active cultures ○ Almonds ○ Sunflower seeds ○ Turmeric
Protect yourself and others against URIs
○ Avoid touching your mouth, nose and eyes with unwashed hands. ○ Keep your distance from those who are sick.
○ Avoid hugging, kissing and shaking hands if you are sick.
DID YOU KNOW? Experts say the safety precautions in use against COVID-19 also can help protect you from colds and the flu. All three illnesses involve respiratory viruses spread by droplets, so wearing your mask and practicing social distancing can do triple duty.
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HEALTH & BEAUTY
Give Hope by stephanie wallace
IT CAN BE EASY TO FORGET THE IMPORTANCE OF BLOOD DONATIONS, but January is National Blood Donor Month—the perfect time to consider just how important blood drives are to the health of millions. According to the American Red Cross, someone in the United States needs blood every two seconds. It’s essential for surgeries and treating conditions like cancer, chronic illnesses and traumatic injuries. “It’s critical that we have the supplies necessary for transfusions of all types on hand so people can receive them in a timely and safe manner,” says Mary Jane Thomsen, executive director of the American Red Cross Missouri Region-Greater St. Louis Area chapter.
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Red Blood Cells: The most frequently transfused blood component, it typically is used for surgeries, trauma patients, individuals with sickle cell anemia, and anyone suffering blood loss. Red blood cells can be stored for 42 days after donation. Platelets: These are tiny cells in your blood that form clots and stop bleeding. They are used in many cancer therapies since a major side effect of treatments is low platelet count. A transfusion also can help with major surgeries, organ transplants and blood disorders. Platelets only have a shelf life of five days, so new donations are needed daily. Plasma: The liquid portion of blood, it is used to treat burn, trauma and shock patients. Plasma can be frozen and stored for up to one year.
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donations + drives According to Thomsen, there are eight to 13 blood drives daily in the St. Louis area, and the COVID-19 pandemic has not lessened the need for donors. “The necessity of blood transfusions never takes a vacation,” she notes. “Even when scheduled surgeries were postponed in the spring, we needed to ensure that hospitals had supplies of blood components for emergencies and regular treatments.” To keep donors, staff and volunteers safe, the Red Cross requires masks and social distancing and has increased sanitization. “It’s important that people know that when they donate blood, they are doing so in a safe environment,” Thomsen says. During the pandemic, the Red Cross also has been providing COVID-19 antibody tests for donors. The test determines whether your immune system has responded to the infection, but does not serve to diagnose illness and doesn’t determine if the virus is currently in your body. “It’s helped our donors learn if they’ve been exposed, and we’ve shared the information with local organizations who study transmission rates,” Thomsen says. The antibody testing began in June and will continue through March 31. Thomsen notes that it’s important for the public to be aware of the need for a diverse pool of donors. “One in three people will need blood, but only 38% of the population is eligible to donate,” she says. “Of that number, only 5% give. It may not be the most comfortable activity, but it’s a rewarding one. You can help save lives at local hospitals.”
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For more than 40 years, Ar t Holliday has been par t of many St . Louisans’ daily routines. The veteran broadcaster star ted in spor ts before spending 2 2 years at the news desk with co-anchor Jennifer Blome on Today St . Louis. Now, he’s a leader behind the camera in his role as news director at KSDK . HOW MANY EMMYS DO YOU HAVE? A modest three. They are from my spor ts days in the ’80s. Once upon time, somebody thought I was the best T V spor tscaster. WHAT STORY ARE YOU MOST PROUD OF ? In 1983 , the Cardinals were coming off a World Championship, and Whitey Her zog was a god in St . Louis. He wore a wireless microphone during a game for a profile piece of mine. Today, it ’s nothing ex traordinar y, but it hadn’ t been done back then. About 10 years ago, Whitey ’s personal assistant asked for a DVD of the original and Whitey also reached out . He watched it with his grandkids. The fact that a stor y I did 35 years ago still had meaning stands out to me. DID YOU ALWAYS PL AN ON BECOMING A NEWS DIRECTOR ? Years ago, I did. When I was doing Today in St . Louis, I decided to look into it , but when I realized how many meetings my news director went to, I tabled the idea. Years later, my director of content , Carol Fowler, recruited me. Now, I’m tr ying to figure out the pace of being a news director in a major market T V newsroom. WHO IS THE ONE PERSON IN THE BUSINESS YOU WILL ALWAYS STOP WHAT YOU’RE DOING TO WATCH OR LISTEN? I’m a huge Bob Costas fan. For whatever reason, he paid attention to my career. I remember the first time I met him at Busch Stadium. Unbeknownst to me, he also recommended me for a sideline repor ter position for the NBA with NBC Spor ts in the ’90s. They ended up hiring Ahmad Rashad, but I still got a shot , and it was all because Bob was talking me up to his network peers.
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ENOUGH OF THE JOB. WHAT ARE THE RE AL PA SSIONS FOR ART HOLLIDAY ? I love the whole creative process. I star ted making independent films in the early ’90s. I did a documentar y about schizophrenia, Before They Fall Off the Cliff. It was accepted in several film festivals, and Channel 9 aired it on prime time; that kind of whet my appetite. WHAT RESTAURANTS WOULD YOU HE AD TO FOR YOUR L A ST THREE ME AL S? When my wife and I were dating and first married, we lived in Mar yland Heights. There was a nearby restaurant called Balducci’s. I loved Balducci’s piz za. I’m also a big fan of Citizen Kane’s and Mission Taco. WHAT HA S THE PANDEMIC MADE YOU APPRECIATE? I miss a lot of things like eating out and live music. I turned my daughter onto the fantastic band Black Pumas, and we were supposed to go to a concer t last March. Music is one of the common things she and I share. WHAT ’S ONE THING YOU’RE RE ALLY GOOD AT THAT FEW PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT ? I get a lot of enjoyment out of writing. Just for my own amusement , I write lyrics and poetr y. Occasionally, if a feature lends itself to it , I will rhyme a news stor y.
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GETTING real WITH FOOD by alaina hinkle
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I think it’s safe to say when we counted down “3, 2, 1” on New Year’s Eve, we were all holding our breath. Please, please let 2021 bring light to what seemed like a dark, dreary storm in 2020. No matter what is going on, the new year always brings with it fresh goals and perspectives. One of mine? To not focus on the typical January conversation surrounding food. Our social media feeds, papers, etc. get flooded with a wide variety of diets that we ‘need’ to try. The majority of those diets fade in popularity, and we return to the norm in February … only to start the mind games again come spring. Talk about an unhealthy relationship! I want to focus on developing a healthy lifestyle overall and a positive relationship with food, body and mind. My Peanut Thai Sauce simmers in delicious, fresh zoodles and veggies and is topped with crunchy cashews and fresh cilantro. It is a protein-packed, plant-based, satisfying meal that is perfect for dinners or easy lunch prep. Remember to be proud of your journey. Together, let us learn to love our bodies the way they are, build a healthy relationship with food and develop a healthy mindset to go with it!
PEANUT THAI ZOODLE PASTA MAKES 3-4 SERVINGS
> PEANUT THAI SAUCE INGREDIENTS:
¼ C GRAPESEED OIL ¼ C SOY SAUCE 3 TBSP SESAME SEED OIL 2 TBSP PEANUT BUTTER 1 GARLIC CLOVE JUICE OF 1 LIME DASH OF GINGER, CAYENNE PEPPER AND SALT
> ZOODLE PASTA INGREDIENTS:
2 TBSP OLIVE OIL 2 MEDIUM ZUCCHINI (OR 4 C STORE-BOUGHT ZOODLES) 3 CLOVES GARLIC, MINCED ¼ C DICED SHALLOTS ½ RED BELL PEPPER ½ ORANGE BELL PEPPER RAW CASHEWS 1 C COLESLAW MIX FRESH CILANTRO ½ TSP GARLIC POWDER ½ TSP PEPPER ¼ TSP SALT
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Directions: 1. In an immersion blender-safe bowl, combine grapeseed oil, soy sauce, peanut butter, garlic, lime juice, ginger, cayenne pepper and salt. Blend until smooth, and set aside. 2. Shred the zucchini with a zoodle maker until you have roughly 4 cups. Set aside. 3. In a large frying pan, add olive oil on medium low heat. Add in diced shallots and garlic; saute for 2 minutes. Add the red and orange bell peppers cut in ½-inch strips. Season with half the salt and pepper. Mix until thoroughly combined, and saute for 1 minute. Stir in garlic powder, and add zoodles. 4. Let the zoodles saute with the rest of the veggies for a bit before cutting them down the center of the pan so they cook easier. 5. Sprinkle the remaining salt and pepper, and add in the coleslaw mix. Fold until all is incorporated. Saute for 2 minutes. 6. Pour the sauce over the zoodle mixture, let simmer for 1-2 minutes, and continue to stir. 7. Serve with raw cashews and fresh cilantro on top, and enjoy!
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TRADITIONS ALIVE BY JULIA M. JOHNSON
Last year, Valentine’s Day looked much like it usually does with candlelit dinners and cozy, romantic celebrations. You might assume
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My Lovely Wife by Samantha Downing It’s hard to believe this is the author's first book, especially since it is such a dark thriller. It seems impossible that these two people would be married. Love and serial killers—yikes! How people appear on the outside is not how they always are on the inside. This book certainly will provide dark thoughts at night, but it’s absorbing and well written.
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Open House by Katie Sise An old, unsolved crime of a missing college girl is at the heart of this story. When a bracelet turns up 10 years later, the investigation is back on. The story moves back and forth between those 10 years as each character is developed until the mystery is resolved. This book will hold your attention until the last pages; I had to reread them twice just to make sure I understood exactly what happened!
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Memorial Drive: A Daughter’s Memoir by Natasha Trethewey The author is an American poet who won the Pulitzer Prize in 2007. This is her unvarnished story of growing up in a world that did not quite know how to accept a biracial child. Her mother was in an abusive marriage, which ultimately led to her death. Trethewey’s writing makes you feel like you know her Uncle Sonny, her caring grandmother and, most of all, her mother, who wants nothing more than for her children to be loved. You won’t be able to put this one down.
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By the Numbers by Jen Lancaster Hmm. That’s the way I felt about this book, which is supposed to be a humorous novel about the sandwich generation. The main character, Penny, is meant to induce sympathy. I just wanted her to grow a backbone. I suspect you will see a made-for-TV movie by the same name. It is a great book to read if you’ve just been through a really tough time.
not much can be done this year due to pandemic restrictions, but that’s not true! Keep your favorite Valentine traditions going by being flexible and adding a little ingenuity to the mix.
Visit virtual Valentines
If you can’t be with the ones you love this Valentine’s Day, set up a fun Zoom call with close friends or family members. Schedule it for lunch or dinner so you can enjoy eating together.
Let love bloom
Remember those who are far away but close to your heart by sending a bouquet in shades of red, pink and white. Florists are sure to be swamped in mid-February, so consider scheduling your order a bit ahead of the 14th. There’s nothing wrong with starting the celebration a little early!
Drink it in
Making craft cocktails is a fun way to get creative. Look online for information about virtual mixology classes you and your significant other can enjoy together.
Walk the walk
Nothing says love like a romantic hike or stroll for two. Bundle up and head outdoors to enjoy some of the local scenery together. It’s good for your heart, both literally and figuratively. For ideas, check out Best Hikes Near St. Louis by J.D. Tanner.
Get carded
Not particularly talented at figuring out what to write in a Valentine’s card? No worries. Visit ideas.hallmark.com for tons of heartfelt hints on crafting a memorable message.
Feed the feeling
There’s no better way to make your loved one feel special than by cooking their favorite meal. A Valentine’s dinner for two can be just as romantic at your own dining room table, so find some ways to make it extra special, like adding candles, relaxing background music and fresh flowers. Or, if you don’t feel like breaking out the pots and pans, show your favorite local restaurant some love by ordering in.
Start waffling
Speaking of food, why not brunch to celebrate Valentine’s Day? Create a do-it-yourself waffle or pancake bar with fresh fruit, specialty syrups and jams, whipped cream, sprinkles and other tempting treats.
Bake it special
Make the kids part of your love fest, and whip up heart-shaped cookies together. Decorate to your heart’s content.
Love the local
Chances are, there are captivating outdoor landmarks in your area that would make the perfect backdrop for a romantic Valentine’s Day photo op. Be a tourist in your own town, and check off some points of interest you’ve been meaning to check out.
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We’ve loved our house for more than 40 years, but we’ve always thought we lived in a ‘teardown.’ We like the existing character of our street, so what can we do until they carry us out feet first? Is there hope for a fresher look? Sincerely, —TWEAKS FOR THE TEARDOWN
DEAR TWEAKS FOR THE TEARDOWN,
I think there’s a lot of hope for your home. It has a wide facade and is nicely framed (not overwhelmed) by mature planting, but there are some important upgrades we can make to the central part of the composition. I think it’s obvious that there is far too much asphalt roofing on display in the center of the house. By substituting a gabled elevation with dark-stained clapboards and a window above the front porch, you achieve a more classic (less dated) and welcoming presentation. If we sprinkle a few dormers around the rest of the mansard roof, add wider shutters, flower boxes and a brick entry, the house starts taking on the appearance of a ’20s-era European country charmer. The orange brick has received a tan wash, and the facias and gutters are now a charcoal brown. Only the white windows and doors stay the same. A new stepping stone walk to the street is edged with a low evergreen hedge. This walkway reinforces the location of the entryway, which is too discreet at the moment. Without changing the location or size of any of the existing windows, we get a much more timeless looking house. Hopefully you also will think it looks fresher. Thanks for the interesting assignment, —HOMEWORK
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4909 Laclede Avenue #2103
133 Bellerosa Drive
13302 Buckland Hall Road
Creve Coeur | $1,390,000
Chesterfield | $1,350,000
2024 Kingspointe Drive
Chesterfield | $1,500,000
Wildwood | $2,195,000
Chesterifield | $975,000
Clarkson Valley | $934,000
Town and Country | $875,000
1616 Stifel Woods Drive
1418 Sycamore Lake Drive
12704 Creekside View Drive
304 Pine Bend Drive
108 Sunnyside Estates Court
Creve Coeur | $829,000
Wildwood | $820,000
Central West End | $949,050
Foristell | $850,000
Des Peres | $830,000
569 Malinmor Drive
Dardenne Prairie | $785,000
Weldon Spring | $699,900
THE CLASSIC COLLECTION OF ALLIANCE REAL ESTATE
2618 Wynncrest Falls Drive Wildwood | $735,000
19139 Hardt Road
Wildwood | $700,000
4101 Laclede Avenue #102 16501 Highland Summit Drive
Central West End | $514,500
Wildwood | $450,000
Alliance Real Estate
16363 Champion Drive Chesterfield | $700,000
440 North Hanley Road
University City | $439,900
17750 Hornbean Drive
16215 Thornberry Ridge Ln Wildwood | $599,900
Creve Coeur | $549,000
643 Bambury Way
430 Nantucket Pointe
617 North Rock Hill Road
Wildwood | $685,000
Kirkwood | $399,000
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Wildwood | $289,900
30 Tealwood Drive
Rock Hill | $249,900
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PICTURE THIS… 2021 DESIGN RESOLUTIONS by lauren rechan
HAPPY NEW YEAR! Given the events of the past year, I think it’s important to set some simple and realistic design
resolutions for 2021. When it comes to our homes, we all are now hyper-aware of what is lacking after being homebound for so long. I encourage you to try easy fixes that will ‘elicit joy’ rather than starting from scratch.
Make a goal to hang an original piece of art that speaks to you in a high traffic area.
Do something cool for your pet(s) in 2021. This is the ultimate doggy door, which gives furry friends the freedom they crave. Begin or build upon a collection of items you love, and find a creative way to display it.
Tackle a hallway that you traverse countless times a day. Decorate with lighting, a runner, small tables and fresh paint.
Invest in creating the most ideal workspace within your house (even a corner of a room), and make it your own with lighting, rugs, storage, comfy seating and a cool desk.
A 2021 must is finding a clever way to hide packages when they’re delivered. This concept is wonderful if you have the space to build a niche.
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If you have not discovered succulents, take a stab at them. I promise you cannot kill these plants—trust me, I have tried!
What is your favorite color? Don’t be afraid to find a way to use it in your home where you can enjoy it regularly!
Change out the old foyer pendant that likely came with your house and opt for one you adore that makes a splash.
For some curb appeal, repaint your front door a new color that makes you happy. This one in deep blue is a cool twist on traditional black.
Pick one space you use daily (like your pantry) for an organization project. Baskets separate and hide clutter.
A bedding refresh, like this one from John Robshaw, can make your bedroom feel more inviting and up-to-date.
1717 HIGHWAY 109, WILDWOOD
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Off ffeered at $899,900 | 3500 SF fi fin nished living space
Off ffeered at $1,050,000 | 4528 SF fi fin nished living space
Spectacular new construction on .79 acre lot features quality craftsmanship, the latest ‘green’ building techniques & exceptional design. Chef ’s kitchen, 10’ ceilings, custom closets, wood floors.
Delightful, 5 bdrm, 4.5 bath, 1.5 story Cape Cod on large, landscaped lot in Ladue. Kitchen renovated in 2020, updated first floor primary suite features sitting room & expansive walk-in closets, and much more!
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54 BROADVIEW DRIVE, CLAYTON
200 TOPTON WAY, CLAYTON
Off ffeered at $1,150,000 | 3906 SF fi fin nished living space
Off ffeered at $2,185,000 | 5851 SF fi fin nished living space
Meticulous Mediterranean home rests on a premier lot in Claverach Park. Stunning architectural details, 1st floor primary suite with Restoration Hardwareinspired ensuite. The best of Clayton lifestyle in this 6 bed, 3.5 bath residence.
Space defines this magnificent 5 bed, 3 full & 3 half baths executive residence. Discover a masterful mix of modern & historical architectural touches. This impeccable home in Clayton schools commands your attention today!
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213 N. BEMISTON AVENUE, CLAYTON
Gorgeous private setting, custom details on all three levels of this versatile floor plan create a move-in ready opportunity in a premier location! 5 beds, 4 full & 2.5 baths.
Sophisticated townhouse in Old Town Clayton w/elevator & first flr primary suite. Recently renovated living spaces feature the finest finishes. Open kitchen & family room overlooks expansive, landscaped backyard.
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Off ffeered at $2,495,000 | 5198 SF fi fin nished living space
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A COLORFUL 2021 BY STEPHANIE WALLACE
January is the perfect time to try something new, and after the rough ride that was 2020, we’re all looking for change of some sort. Your decor is an easy place to start since major changes aren’t necessary to make a big impact. Plus, after spending so much time at home, our most-used spaces could use a refresh. Color is a great source of inspiration, and the experts at Pantone have selected two hues for the 2021 colors of the year.
ultimate gray: pantone 17-5104
Gray may seem like an unexciting choice, but Pantone picked this for its connection to dependability and fortitude—something we learned the importance of during the pandemic. Everybody is excited for a return to normalcy, and this neutral is the color equivalent. It can work as a backdrop for whatever changes you want to make, or it can be used for striking accents. If you are worried that the shade may be a little too gloomy, don’t fret! You can warm it up with texture and pair it with natural accents like wicker, rattan and wood.
illuminating: pantone 13-0647
If Ultimate Gray is a reflection of current struggles, then Illuminating is hope for the future—the light at the end of the tunnel. It’s bright and cheerful and can add a playful pop of color through accents like pillows, rugs and wall art. Or for a bolder statement, consider using it as an accent wall. The yellow shade also is a great way to bring some color into your kitchen.
TRIP GEOMETRIC INDOOR/OUTDOOR RUG by Pappelina $251 from Nordstrom
SPLATTER AND SPIN MELAMINE DINNER PLATE by Juliska $20 from Sallie Home
MINK HERRINGBONE THROW $117 from Marketplace at the Abbey
SOURCES: PANTONE, ARCHITECTURAL DIGEST
yellow and gray not your thing? Pantone isn’t the only color expert making predictions for 2021. Here are some other hues to consider to make your year brighter. BRONZE: Sherwin-Williams chose the warm, ancient metallic to contrast the technology and screens that dominate modern life.
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TEAL: Benjamin Moore and PPG both picked soothing, stress-relieving turquoise shades.
MAGENTA: Collaborating with global trend forecaster WGSN, Coloro chose a vibrant pink. For a richer alternative, consider Graham & Brown’s selection Epoch, a decadent plum.
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Ann Wroth
Alyssa Suntrup
Rex W. Schwerdt
Margie Kubik
Holly Bry
Ford Manion
Ann Farwell
Kim Frazer
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GRATEFUL TO BE THE 2020 TOP TEAM WITH OVER $15 MILLION IN SALES KIRKWOOD 652 Hawbrook Avenue 539 Middleton Court * GLENDALE 806 Brownell Avenue * 231 Parkland Avenue * WARSON WOODS 1605 Forest View Drive * 1470 Reauville Drive * 1450 Andrew Drive * HUNTLEIGH 4 Deacon Drive
BRENTWOOD 2518 Helen Avenue 2116 Saint Clair Avenue 15 Middlesex Drive * WEBSTER GROVES 662 West Lockwood Avenue 653 Lockwood Court * 225 South Old Orchard * LADUE 51 Waverton Drive 14 Fleetwood Drive* 10036 Conway Road
CLAYTON 8070 Watkins #2E FRONTENAC 10 West Geyer Lane U-CITY 7925 Teasdale Court * 422 Mission Court MAPLEWOOD 2226 Yale Avenue SUNSET HILLS 10785 Forest Circle Drive*
ST LOUIS CITY 6217 Bradley Avenue 3159 Clifton Avenue ST LOUIS COUNTY 9640 Howerton Drive 5943 Briarmist Place* 12923 Mayerling Drive* ST. CHARLES 1709 Hemmingway #E CHESTERFIELD 15450 Squires Way * Represented buyer
Your business is truly appreciated and I look forward to serving you again in 2021. Best Wishes for a Healthy and Prosperous New Year. Margie Kubik 314.954.2513
2240 Croydon Walk, St. Louis 3 Beds | 3 Baths | 2,441 sqft. $1,275,000
4749 Westminster Place, CWE 4 Beds | 3.5 Baths | 3,500 sqft. $665,000
Recent Sales
25 Fieldstone, Ladue
7948 Park Drive, Richmond Heights
6975 Cornell Ave, University City
539 Middleton, Kirkwood
3441 Halliday Ave, St. Louis
7162 Waterman Ave, University City
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3 Dunlora Lane, Huntleigh 6 Beds | 5.5 Baths | 4.9 acres | $2,199,000
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7190 Christopher Drive
52 Westmoreland Place
7186 Delmar Boulevard
7627 Westmoreland Avenue
14 Roosevelt Drive
7044 Waterman Avenue
6949 Cornell Avenue
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7103 Waterman Avenue
3304 Halliday Avenue
7616 Maryland Ave. Clayton $2,460,000
7520 Oxford Unit #1E Clayton $304,999
Alyssa Suntrup 314.359.3568
13 Westwood Country Club Westwood $2,195,000
Holly Bry 314.276.7727
341 Conway Hill Town and Country $1,799,000
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IT MAY BE A WHILE BEFORE SOULARD’S FAMED MARDI GRAS celebration
returns to the streets. But some of the historic neighborhood’s annual festivities have moved online, and you still can enjoy many of its celebrated food and drink offerings. Named for Antoine Soulard, a French surveyor who kickstarted its development, the district is replete with restaurants, bars, red-brick townhouses and hints of the city’s past. My favorite fun fact? The bustling farmers’ market got its start when our nation was 3 years old.
local shops
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SOULARD SPICE SHOP: Located at Soulard Market, the store offers spices, teas, coffees and other kitchen staples.
SOULARD MARKET PARK: The area around the market includes a playground and bandstand for live music.
NAMED IN HONOR OF:
THE SWEET DIVINE: The boutique bakery and coffee bar, featured on Food Network’s Cupcake Wars, is a destination for dessert aficionados.
PONTIAC PARK: The square city block features a playground, ball field and butterfly garden.
NOTABLE LANDMARKS:
bars & restaurants
Anheuser-Busch Brewery, Saints Peter and Paul Church
1860’S: Enjoy pub fare, drinks, live music and game room fun at this local mainstay.
HISTORICAL FEATURES:
MOLLY’S: The longtime landmark features a large outdoor terrace for dining and drinks.
ESTABLISHED: Early 1800s
PHOTO: NATHAN JACKSON
Antoine Soulard
Soulard Market, Second Empire architecture
annual events
CHAVA’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT: Margaritas and south-of-the-border specialties are on the menu.
SMARTY GRAS TRIVIA NIGHT (January): Benefits Soulard safety and beautification efforts ART IN THE GARDEN TOUR (June): Held the weekend after Father’s Day HOLIDAY PARLOR TOUR (December): Celebrates the neighborhood’s festively decorated architectural gems
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1110 North Drive, Warson Woods 4 Beds | 2 Baths $525,000
For more information call Aimee Whitelaw 202.977.1114
For more information call Ford Manion 314.495.4757
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4 Bedrooms | 2 Full and 1 Half Baths KIM ANDERSON 314-775-2050
Chesterfield | $469,000
348 West Manor Drive
Chesterfield | $424,900 4 Bedrooms | 2 Full and 1 Half Baths MATT MUREN AND MARY BLOOMSTRAN 636-394-2424
11 Claychester Drive
Des Peres | $2,225,000
4 Bedrooms | 3 Full and 3 Half Baths THE NANCY GORGEN TEAM 314-775-2050
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St. Louis Hills | $410,000
3 Bedrooms | 2 Full and 1 Half Baths THE DENNY TEAM 314-775-2050
2651 Shenandoah Avenue
Fox Park | $389,900
4 Bedrooms | 3 Full and 1 Half Baths NICK MONTANI 636-394-2424
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241 Fox Chapel Lane $507,500 | Pr/SqFt: $163.39 Coldwell Banker Premier Group Real Estate Agents: The Gellman Team 1320 Countryside Manor Place $680,000 | Pr/SqFt: $154.55 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Alliance Real Estate Agent: Margie Medelberg 1205 Edgewood Hill $935,312 | Pr/SqFt: $231.68 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Select Properties Agents: Linda and Kelly Boehmer
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227 Orrick Lane $655,000 | Pr/SqFt: $240.28 Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty Agents: The Svoboda/ Shell Group
1015 Lay Road $912,650 | Pr/SqFt: $215.40 RedKey Realty Leaders Agent: Sarah Brickey 8 Little Lane $1,051,000 | Pr/SqFt: $322.39 Keller Williams Realty St. Louis Agent: Sabrina Robb 48 Woodcliffe Road $1,160,000 | Pr/SqFt: $226.83 Janet McAfee Real Estate Agent: Julie Lane
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Q&A WITH THE EXPERTS Kim Jones Realtor BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES ALLIANCE REAL ESTATE Q: I keep hearing it’s a seller’s market—do I really need a realtor to sell my home? A: Yes! Choosing the right realtor to represent your home sale can put more money in your pocket. Not only can our expertise benefit you financially, but being advised through the process also can make for a seamless experience. An experienced agent who is also an expert negotiator is priceless. 17050 BAXTER ROAD, STE. 200 314.323.6909 | 636.230.2642 KIMJONES.REALTOR
Katherine Lovegren Realtor BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES SELECT PROPERTIES Q: What can I do to make my offer stand out in a multiple offer situation? A: Have your realtor determine if the seller would prefer a ‘highest and best’ offer or an escalator clause. The contract also should reflect the seller’s preferred closing date. Lastly, make the contract free of unnecessary contingencies and special requests. 1000 SCHNUCKS WOODSMILL PLAZA 314.753.1354 | 636.394.2424 KATHYWILLLEADUHOME.COM
Mark and Neil Gellman Real Estate Agents THE GELLMAN TEAM COLDWELL BANKER PREMIER GROUP Q: Why should I list my home now versus waiting until the spring market? A: There is way less competition now, which allows you to ultimately achieve a higher sales price. You will have fewer showings in the winter, but the buyers are more qualified and motivated. Plus, more corporate transfers take place in the winter. 2203 S. BIG BEND BLVD. 314.336.1991 THEGELLMANTEAM.COM
Stephanie Oliver Luxury Real Estate Agent DIELMANN SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY Q: What design considerations should sellers make when getting their homes market ready? A: Don’t break out the gray paint and sledge hammers just yet! A minimalist style and neutral palettes are shifting to bolder colors, patterns and prints. There is also some movement away from a completely open floor plan since we all need our private in-home escapes. Consult with your agent to make sure the vibe is current and fresh. 8301 MARYLAND AVE., STE. 100 314.322.6992 | 314.725.0009 STEPHANIEOLIVERSTL.COM DIELMANNSOTHEBYSREALTY.COM
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Ted Wight Agent and Broker DIELMANN SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY Q: What does 2021 look like? A: Last year was my best one in 16 years, and experts predict 2021 will be an incredible market with low interest rates and more inventory. 8301 MARYLAND AVE., STE. 100 314.607.5555 | 314.725.0009 TEDWIGHTREALESTATE.COM DIELMANNSOTHEBYSREALTY.COM
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Q&A WITH THE EXPERTS Kim Frazer Luxury Residential Specialist GLADYS MANION REAL ESTATE Q: How do you negotiate for your clients buying or selling? A: It involves professionalism and a win-win attitude. Negotiating to be the only winner is a disservice to your clients. Some will be more likely to give, and some more likely to take. It’s about analyzing the situation and determining the next best move. 8227 MARYLAND AVE. 314.800.4002 | 314.721.4755 KIMFRAZER.GLADYSMANION.COM
Ford Manion Residential Specialist GLADYS MANION REAL ESTATE Q: What is your top advice for first-time buyers in this hot market with limited inventory? A: Preparation and expectation management are key. Pre-approval letters and limited contingencies/inspection periods make your offer more appealing. If you get outbid, don’t fall victim to the ‘rebound’ fallacy, thinking you must have the next one. Your agent should help you make the best decisions for your family.
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GLADYS MANION REAL ESTATE Q: Is now a good time to sell my home? A: Given the pandemic and uncertainty, many homeowners think it’s not a good time to sell, but data suggests the opposite. With low interest rates, low inventory and buyers outnumbering sellers, now is a great time to put your house on the market. Don't wait. 8227 MARYLAND AVE. 314.440.0212 | 314.721.4755 GLADYSMANION.COM
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SABRINA ROBB PARTNERS KELLER WILLIAMS LUXURY SAINT LOUIS Q: What should buyers and sellers expect in 2021? A: Last year ended with low inventory and high demand for single-family homes. We expect more of the same, with a busier first quarter than usual. If you are considering selling, now is a great time to reach out to a trusted agent and discuss your goals.
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Residential Specialist
Q: What are the keys to success in winning a bidding war? A: Have your pre-approval and proof of funds letters prepared, and include a personal letter to the seller. Have a building inspector on speed-dial, and increase the amount you’re willing to put down. Waive contingencies when possible. Include an escalation clause. 8227 MARYLAND AVE. 314.359.3568 | 314.721.4755 GLADYSMANION.COM
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Q: Where does Payne Family Homes build? A: Payne Family Homes develops neighborhoods across St. Charles, St. Louis and northern Jefferson Counties. In addition, we currently are offering the rare opportunity to purchase 1+ acre home sites in a private, gated West St. Louis County neighborhood. 314.477.1218 PAYNEFAMILYHOMES.COM
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