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What better way to celebrate Bristol Elementary’s first grade than with a parent’s happy hour at the new Olive+Oak in downtown Webster Groves— especially when the owners themselves are first-grade parents?

Pictured: owners Becky Ortyl and Jennifer Hinkle, Yolanda Marshall, Rachel Mixon

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The Epworth Children & Family Services Pillar of Strength 2016 Awards take place April 2 at Scottrade Center. for more information, visit epworth.org.

Pictured on the cover: Bruce Affleck, Al MacInnes and Reed Low. Cover design by jon fogel photo by colin miller of strauss peyton photography

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from the editor’s desk Talk about something unbearably tragic being turned into something positive. With it being National Heart Month, we have a feature in this issue about congenital heart defects (CHD).

It spotlights two local families bound forever by the loss of young sons to the disease. Today they are fast friends with children at the same Webster elementary school—and recently they became business partners. The families, the Hinkles and the Ortyls, just opened Olive + Oak, a restaurant on Lockwood Avenue named in tribute to their lost children (Oliver and Oakes).

While a new friendship and a new business are wonderful, there is something else, something more important but less tangible, that has come out of the two tragedies: the coalescing of a community in support of its own. The restaurant is packed, particularly with 30-something cohorts of the couples, enjoying everything from drinks and nibbles at the bar to full-out, Annie Gunn-style gourmet meals (one owner and a couple of the chefs hail from there). Then there’s the restaurant’s commitment to fund CHD causes: The Ollie Hinkle Foundation and the Mighty Oakes Foundation, among others. What St. Louis community wouldn’t rally behind that?

Support like this speaks volumes about where we live.

When one of the families faced staggering hospital bills (before insurance agreed to pay), friends and family raised the money to cover those expenses. It’s still there to do good for others, because the family used that donation as the seed money for the foundation in the child’s name. I’ve always believed that it takes a village to raise a child, but I never realized that’s also what it takes to heal after you lose one.

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by alexa beattie Epworth Children & Family Services started in 1864 as a small Civil War orphanage in Warrenton, Missouri. Now, 152 years later, more than a dozen programs

serve at least 10,000 individuals each year. Epworth’s annual Pillar of Strength Award honors a philanthropic leader in the St. Louis community. This year, it will recognize The St. Louis Blues Alumni Association at an award dinner April 2 at Scottrade Center. “This Pillar has the potential to be one of our best ever,” says Kevin Drollinger, Epworth chief executive officer.

The St. Louis Blues Alumni Association was formed in 1988 by then team owner Mike Shanahan. “He felt strongly that Blues players who called St. Louis home should give back to the community,” says Bruce Affleck, Blues executive vice president and Alumni Association president.

Since then, the association has raised more than $5 million for causes big and small, including helping victims of a house fire and supporting the program ‘Gateway Locomotives,’ which enables children with developmental disabilities to play hockey. (Affleck notes this particular program, begun by local businessman Tony Sansone in 1993, now has become national.) And since the association’s founding, he says it has raised more than $1 million each for March of Dimes, the LifeBridge Partnership (formerly the St. Louis Society), and the Blues 14 Fund, a charitable trust for cancer care and awareness initiatives. “We are in a position to help because of who we are,” he says.

Epworth’s mission is to support disadvantaged youth and families in finding strength to overcome obstacles in their lives. It offers foster care and independent living programs, street outreach to educate homeless youth about safe housing options, an emergency homeless and crisis shelter, and it provides in-home therapy to improve family communication and prevent abuse.

Drollinger says Epworth is honoring the St. Louis Blues Alumni Association for the group’s steadfast commitment to children. “It is among the most active organizations of its kind in the country,” he says, adding that the association has found many ways to connect with Epworth.

He says recently retired Blues player Reed Low spent a day visiting each Epworth location and “mesmerizing young people with hopeful lessons about sports and personal growth.”

“Epworth has been honoring local ‘pillars of strength’ for over a decade,” Drollinger points out. “Each honoree agrees to be ‘center stage’ not for their own personal glory, but to help us raise funds to support our mission. This year, the St. Louis Blues Alumni Association fits that criteria to a ‘t.’ We are thrilled to be honoring them.”

Affleck thinks the philanthropic efforts of St. Louisans are unusual. “When players are traded here from other cities, they are always amazed at how giving we are,” he says. “We are a wonderful town that way.”

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[ talkof thetowns ] by bill beggs jr.

The Pageant in U. City has a capacity of 2,000. The Duck Room at Blueberry Hill can hold 340. And now, as entrepreneurs Joe Edwards and Pat Hagin announced in the headline to a recent news release, they’re ‘having a baby!’ A new concert venue, that is, for the east side of The Loop, east of Skinker: Delmar Hall, an 800-seat venue. A fall premiere is planned for the duo’s ‘middle child,’ as it were. (But … a baby? We’re at least acquainted with each of these rock stars, and are pretty sure there isn’t some weird sort of bromance going on here.) Groundbreaking on the 10,000-square-foot, $2.5-million space is slated for April. It will start in the footprint (skinny tire tracks?) of Big Shark Bicycle Co., 6133 Delmar Blvd., which will be pedaling off from right across The Pageant lot to a new location yet to be disclosed. Now, what to do about parking? The city garage directly across from the Tivoli already could stand to have about five more levels built on top. Anyhoo, Edwards and Hagin have operated The Pageant since 2000. Before that, Hagin ran and booked talent for the late, lamented Mississippi Nights concert hall on Laclede’s Landing for almost 20 years.

Whither doth thou goest, Maplewood?

Into the streets! Even though its wonderful tagline is, ‘somewhere between Mayberry and Metropolis,’ Maplewood has been selected as the location for this fall’s annual Shakespeare in the Streets production by the Shakespeare Festival St. Louis. It will be interesting to watch from the

sidewalks as the troupe tells unique stories of the community through a Shakespearean play Sept. 17-19.

That might be a little late for A Midsummer Night’s Dream, but we just don’t see this cute little ‘burb as a vehicle for the likes of Hamlet or Macbeth. So; A Latesummer Night’s Dream, anyone?

Even though they’d hired a search firm to help, the board of education in the Webster Groves School District didn’t have to look very far to find a replacement for Sarah Booth Riss, the superintendent who is retiring at the end of June. John Simpson, presently the district’s assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction, will start July 1. Simpson, 43, holds a doctoral degree in educational leadership from Maryville University, a master’s degree in education administration and a bachelor’s degree in elementary education. He has been an assistant superintendent since 2009. Before that, he was principal at Hudson School in Rock Hill. The Webster students, staff and community members participated in developing a leadership profile for the candidates and interviewed the finalists. Simpson comes to this position in lean times, when Webster had to make $1.6 million in cuts for the 2015-16 school year. The district, as do many, faces severe financial challenges. The two most recent bond issues were defeated at the polls, leading to layoffs of teachers and staff. Before the cuts, Riss [ TT Trivia ] What are the five boroughs of NYC?

had handed the board president a check for $4,000, which was to have been her salary increase in the last year of her contract. She makes more than $200,000, but to keep it in perspective: some superintendents in the metro make upwards of $250,000 a year.

This just in! There is now clean water in Jaxson Estates, a Wentzville subdivision in western St. Charles County. But in truth, there always has been clean water, since it’s piped in there. This isn’t Flint, Mich., after all! Despite flooding in the area recently, nobody has to run out to buy Dasani or some other water to be safe. Actually, this was a minor story that Missouri American Water Co. released through a PR wire about it taking over the water supply for the neighborhood’s 75 customers from a realty company—no biggie, except that it’s a stark contrast to Flint and what happens when things like this aren’t resolved correctly.

NYC has five boroughs. And a certain county government veteran believes that The Lou could have nine. NINE?!

Yes, nine. Here’s a novel idea in an atmosphere of them-versus-us in the city-county merger squabble (although it’s been pointed out that the borough concept may have been floated at least once before). The inter-webs are rife

Last issue’s answer | The Cold War, which describes an era when many of us endured a constant fear of nuclear holocaust, lasted from 1947 to 1991. But it’s complicated. The erection of the Berlin Wall, to keep citizens of communist East Germany from escaping to the West, to many marks the beginning of the Cold War. But it was only the most obvious symbol of a global tension that had begun in 1947, when the USSR consolidated its grip on Eastern Europe after World War II. The wall went up in 1961, to stem the economically disastrous flow of workers from the East. The wall came down in 1989. The dissolution of the Soviet Union came in 1991 under Mikhail Gorbachev. Whew!

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with folks from the metro, plus anywhere but here (like reddit.com; ‘the front page of the Internet’), who think our local-local-local system of municipal government and essential-services delivery is nothing short of nuts, not to mention wasteful. Gene McNary, county exec from 1975 to 1989, with his son Cole penned an op-ed that ran in our daily paper last month, and the more we thought about it, the more we figured we just had to weigh in. The McNary boroughs would be equally weighted by population and be divided along lines already established by county council district boundaries. The city would comprise two of the boroughs, with I-44 as the dividing line and, because of population density, be more populous. Y’know, this seems to be a very tasty idea, especially if you think of the boroughs as strips of bacon … or, slices of pizza, more like. Well, to be absolutely fair, I guess that means each borough would have to include an equal number of Imo’s, since there’s really no way you can distribute squares of pizza equitably in this model for reallocating resources. Papa John’s stores would fit in more better, wouldn’t they? (No money was accepted under the table for that mention, neither was a lifetime supply of pizza.) And each would also have to include an equal number of Bread Company bakeries, Starbucks and Wehrenberg theaters. The city and county library systems also would have to merge, wouldn’t they?

Well? Plenty of money will have been expended by the time anything could ever be done about redrawing the lines already established by suburban growth and the retrenchment of city and county neighborhoods big and small, for richer or poorer. There’d be the issue of equitably dividing sales taxes—which point-of-sale cities like Chesterfield, one of the largest among our current 90-odd municipalities, would immediately file suit over. Fenton and Richmond Heights might get to sharpening sabers, too. Jiminy Christmas!

Life’s not fair, people. Roots have grown all over the StL, like it or not. New or old, some of them are very well established. Does that mean we believe in the status quo? Or that we think some of them need to be ripped out? Not necessarily. But that sunflower you so enjoyed last summer? It might have sprouted from a dropping left behind by a visitor to some neighbor’s bird feeder.

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by Patty Hannum

I turned 56 and wore a bikini all in one

week, and the world didn’t end. I know that’s a lot to take in so I will give you a moment to reflect on that statement.

I was not keen on my upcoming birthday, but the other choice was much more final. Fifty-six seems so close to 60, and 60 seems old. Well, except now it doesn’t because I am only four years away from it. My birthday happened to be during the same week David Bowie and Glen Frey of the Eagles died, and they were only in their 60s, so I got over the, ‘Oh I am so old!’ pity party pretty quickly.

Now, getting into a bikini was going to take a little bit more effort. Let’s be honest, does any 56-year-old woman have any business wearing a bikini, much less one who can be described as ‘not too small, but not too large?’ I have a good friend who tells me every summer that wearing shorts is not a right but a privilege.

However, my entire life I have been waiting to be the perfect size so I can wear a bikini. To be honest, I have weighed less than I do today, but I also have weighed more. Yet I never have worn a bikini. That’s not to say I haven’t owned them. I have, quite a few actually. I put one on underneath the cutest cover-up I own and then head to the pool. I remove the cover-up while lying down flat on a lounge chair. Anytime I get up, the cover-up is quickly thrown on top. That’s not really wearing a bikini; that’s wearing a cute cover-up.

This past spring, though, when I was in Cancun with my daughter’s high school class for spring break, another mom was sporting a bikini. Now, this mom was about my age, in great shape, but not in she-goesto-the-gym-for-four-hours-a-day shape. She was in I-walk-30-minutes-a-day-and-lift-weights shape.

She looked cute, and she walked around without a cover-up. More important, she didn’t apologize. Not once did she mention her thighs or stomach. She owned it. And from that moment, I wanted to be her.

Of course it took me nearly an entire year to get up the nerve to make it happen, but I finally did .

Like most women, I hate swimsuit shopping, so I bought a bunch online and tried them on in the safety of my own home—without the fluorescent lighting or anyone knocking on the door asking me how I was doing. I found one that seemed to cover what needed to be covered but still could be called a bikini and decided the next time I was in a warm, sunny climate, I was going to wear it. Then, I promptly put it in my drawer and shoved it to the side. Every time I needed a swimsuit, I relied on my tankini. But then my birthday came and two musicians I admired died. So, remembering my New Year’s resolution to take a chance (and there is no bigger one for most women than appearing in public in swimwear), I put on the bright blue bikini, walked down the beach, and sang my favorite David Bowie lyric: “Let’s dance. Put on your red shoes and dance the blues.”

And you know, not one single person looked at me, either in appreciation or horror. And, my friends, that is something I can live with. contact patty at phannum@townandstyle.com.

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by dorothy weiner

Dr. Brett Prywitch has given new meaning to the term ‘the medical arts.’ The radiologist creates art using medical imagery from X-rays, CT scans and MRIs. His work is on display as part of a juried show currently at the St. Louis Artists’ Guild at Jackson Avenue and Forsyth Boulevard in Clayton, through Feb. 27.

Congrats to design diva CJ Knapp, who earned three awards recently at a ceremony in Las Vegas sponsored by Vision Magazine.

Knapp won Designer of the Year, as well as first-place awards for a dining room bay window treatment she created for a Ladue home (shown) and a specialty treatment designed for a large, two-story arch window.

Circus Flora now has two reasons to celebrate: This year is its 30th anniversary, and Larry Mabrey has been named its new executive director. Mabrey will work closely with artistic director Jack March to forge strong partnerships with St. Louis business and arts groups. Mabrey returns to town from West Virginia, where he was director of West Virginia Public Theatre.

... »to theKUDOS St. Louis Symphony and Chorus on its

upcoming engagement at Carnegie Hall. They will perform composer John Adams’ Gospel According to the Other Mary as part of a celebration of the American composer’s 70th birthday.

to The McDonnell Genome Institute at W.U. School of Medicine on a $60 million mega-grant from NIH to study the genetics underlying common diseases like diabetes, stroke, autism and epilepsy. The goal is to uncover how differences in DNA contribute to disease risk.

If you haven’t yet heard the exciting news about our upcoming National Blues Museum ... where have you been hiding? The paean to the history and legacy of blues music and its impact on cultures worldwide is opening downtown in April was voted a top travel destination by The NY times, Smithsonian Magazine and CNN! For a preview, head to Ballpark Village, which hosts a free blues concert Feb. 27 featuring three St. Louis-based artists: Phi, Marquise Knox and Big George Brock (pictured).

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miriam: the learning disability experts Mission: To improve the quality of life for children with learning disabilities and their families through innovative and comprehensive programs.

meet Linda Estell

by karyn meyer

of Brentwood | volunteer

Q| How long have you been a volunteer?

A| 15 years Q| What got you interested in this cause?

A| One of my friends was on the board, and her son attended Miriam School. Because I love estate sales and older things, she kept telling me I should help at the nonprofit’s upscale resale shop, Miriam Switching Post, which raises money for the school. I was involved with other volunteer efforts at the time and told her I would look into it later.

Unfortunately, she passed away, and that motivated me to get involved. I started by visiting the school, which we encourage all interested volunteers to do, and I was amazed by the services and activities. When I saw how they handled their individual learning programs, I remember thinking how I could have benefited from something like that as a student.

Q| What kind of volunteer work are you involved with?

A| Most of my activities are at the Switching Post on Hanley Industrial Court, and I’m also on the board to represent the shop. It had been around a while when I started, but I made a plan to make it more profitable. Fifteen years ago, the Switching Post was netting $29,000 a year with five volunteers, and now it nets $370,000 with 47 volunteers. Proceeds from sales now make up about one-third of the school’s budget. I’m at the shop about three times each week to stage and rearrange the floor, put out new items, and assist the manager with business activities, like cleaning and valuing each item donated. We value everything that comes in for donors’ tax purposes, which we feel is important even though it’s very time-consuming. We can come to a better price when we do a little research, which just means more money for Miriam. It has been a wonderful learning experience, and everyone at Miriam is so committed. They have become my close friends and a great support system. No money is wasted, and the focus is on making the learning environment special for these children with learning disabilities. It’s very rewarding.

Q| If you could do anything for the organization, what would it be?

A| Because we’re always growing and changing and looking ahead to the future, it would definitely be to get more funds. When the current school was built, it was just elementary grades, but now we go through middle school, and these kids are different and bigger! So we’re trying to expand the building to have a more appropriate space for the older students.

How much we’ve grown is something to be proud of we have 96 full-time students and by approaching their disabilities individually, most kids are successful and many go on to college.

I was given an opportunity to try new things, and it’s been good for all involved. I hope to continue on!

In the Words of Miriam: “Over the past decade, Linda has worked tirelessly to transform the Miriam Switching Post resale shop into a place people want to return to. She is the driving force behind its recent financial success. As a board member, she has helped make critical and difficult strategic decisions regarding donations, marketing and pricing.

Linda is beloved by volunteers and customers, and it is through her hard work that hundreds of families have been able to afford Miriam Schools’ specialized education.”

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meet the MIRIAM board row: Anne Tolan, Linda Kintz, Susie Luten, president Bill Florent, « front Morrie Zimring, Judi Scissors, Judy Zafft. Second row: Trish Winchell, Kim Nazaruk, Steve Rosenblum, Lloyd Bruce, Stephanie DePlanty, Laurie Caro, Angela Vitale.

Third row: Michele Liebman, Don Steele, Lanie Goldenberg, Paul Belfer, Jeffrey Korn, Phil Mainquist, Berry Lane, Matt Fisher. Not pictured: Lynda Higbee, Harry Witte, Linda Estell, Sharon Friedman, Matt Herzberg, Larry Langsam, Barbara Silver, Sandy Washington.

Know a standout volunteer? Nominate them to be featured at townandstyle.com/reachingoutawards or email tellus@townandstyle.com for more information.

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Hammer ] by joan berkman Q: I work for a high-stress, high-energy organization

and, at times, the atmosphere gets tense. To relieve my stress, I can get a bit sarcastic with my longtime colleagues, and they seem to enjoy my sense of humor.

However, recently, I think I may have overstepped myself with a new member of our team. What do you think about the use of sarcasm at the office?

—Just trying to keep things light

A: Sarcasm is a dangerous game—especially at the office. Certainly

using sarcasm with people who know and trust you can foster intimacy and creativity but, as you have experienced, it can misfire. Irish poet and playwright Oscar Wilde called sarcasm the “lowest form of wit.” He also said it was “the highest form of intelligence.” Even so, keep in mind the word ‘sarcasm’ itself comes from the Greek and Latin ‘to tear flesh.’

Sounds like you may have given your new colleague a flesh wound with your sharp tongue, and perhaps an apologetic explanation is in order. Hopefully, in time, he or she will get to know your kinder, gentler side and come to appreciate your edgy sense of humor. Until then, I would tread very lightly. Sarcasm should be used judiciously and only with those you know well. I certainly would not use sarcasm with strangers or new acquaintances, who may be less likely to understand your intent and may very well take offense. Just because you are trying to keep things light around the office doesn’t make it right. It’s OK to be a little playful at work as long as it is appropriate, positive and not hurtful.

Q: I’m a recent college graduate and have just started searching for my first job. A former classmate of mine said that some of my Facebook postings could hurt my chances for landing a job. Seriously?

—My personal business is my business

A: Unfortunately, there are myriad stories about how inappropriate

Facebook postings have damaged employment opportunities, especially for young people entering the workforce. Like it or not, potential employers are probably going to check out your Facebook page. And, if you want to get your foot in the door, I would strongly encourage you to make sure your Facebook page is squeaky clean. Controversial or questionable posts and/or photos could easily hit a hiring manager the wrong way. In fact, before you send out your first resume, I would clean up your Facebook page.

A few tips: Upload a professional profile photo, make sure your privacy settings are on, untag yourself, clean up your content, and take the opportunity to showcase your strengths. And, here’s the good news: If your Facebook page is professional and engaging, it could go a long way in helping you land a job. Seriously!

If you have a question for Joan, send it to business@townandstyle.com.

Joan Lee Berkman is a marketing and public relations consultant.

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MICDS

Senior basketball players Rachel Thompson and Taylor Baur received high honors for their success on the court. The two were nominated for the 2016 McDonald’s All American Games to be held March 30 in Chicago. Only three students from Missouri were selected, and only 400 total nationwide.

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The school was recognized by the American Heart Association for raising the most money of all schools in Missouri that participated in the Jump Rope for Heart and Hoops for Heart fundraisers last year. Fourth-grader Andy Mai (pictured) was honored for ranking 12th among students statewide in raising the most money individually.

Ursuline Academy

Reagan Becnel, Maura Floretta and Caeley Kates were selected as three of 10 local winners of the Aspirations in Computing Award from the National Center for Women & Information Technology. They were chosen for their aptitude and interest in the field, strong leadership skills and academic performance. Allison Golomski and Melissa Simpson were runners up. Faculty member and alum Jaime Gilligan also was selected as a recipient of the NCWIT Aspirations in Computing Educator Award. They all were recognized at a recent ceremony at Saint Louis University. Pictured, standing: Maura Floretta, Allison Golomski, Caeley Kates and Reagan Becnel. Seated: Jaime Gilligan.

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Oak Brook Elementary

Nine students on the school’s chess team won the Gateway Board Tournament held at Chaminade, their third win this school year. The Parkway District team, led by parent Grace Foo, includes Isabel Yearian, Ali Syed, Allen Zheng, Anuj Ketkar, Anikait Rawat, Saketh Byrapuneni, Imran Khan and Anushka Rawat.

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Parkway Central High School

Freshman Bella Neuman was selected as the winner of the 2016 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Observance Celebration Poetry Contest at Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville. The theme of the contest was ‘Voices of the Unheard’ to reflect King’s focus on social justice and equality efforts. Neuman was presented with the award at a luncheon on the college campus.

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[parent trap embracing quirky kids by dr. tim jordan

Here’s to the kids who are different, the kids who don’t always get As, The kids who have ears twice the size of their peers, and noses that go on for days.

I recently ran a weekend camp for girls in third through fifth grade, and it was fascinating and disturbing to hear some of them relate stories about being seen as quirky. These were ‘normal’ girls who were being judged for being ‘different;’ it was troubling to see how it affected their self confidence and impeded their friendships.

Jane had been labeled as gifted since kindergarten and has always felt more comfortable talking with older kids and adults. She takes her schoolwork seriously and hates the petty dramas that play out among her peers. That frequently makes her feel left out and alone.

Here’s to the kids who are different, the kids they call crazy or dumb.

The kids who don’t fit with the guts and the grit, who dance to a different drum.

Tess considers herself an artist; she loves to paint and draw and put scraps together to make sculptures. She is a keen observer who sees the world a bit differently than her peers. She has a sophisticated sense of humor and is a great conversationalist. She also dislikes how immaturely girls in her class act, so she spends her time with one close friend.

Mia loves Pokémon and comics and video games. She connects better with the guys in class who share her interests, resulting in her being disconnected from the girls altogether.

Molly is known as ‘little Gandhi’ because of how deep, sensitive and soulful she is. She stays out of the gossip and drama rampant in her school, and this puts her out of the loop with most of the girls. Instead, she spends many recesses alone or helping the teachers.

The camp weekend away from friend drama was a breath of fresh air for these girls. Every girl needs to be appreciated for what she brings to her class, to friendships and to the world. That is the value of having ‘circle time’: for girls to get real, honest and vulnerable with each other. Sharing stories and hearing how others can relate to them is healing. Once girls put aside superficial judgments, they discover their commonalities are more significant than their differences.

Here’s to the kids who are different, the kids with a mischievous streak.

For when they have grown, as history has shown, it’s their difference that makes them unique. ~ Digby Wolfe Many eminent women who have made a difference in the world—Eleanor Roosevelt, Marie Curie, Margaret Meade and Georgia O’Keeffe—were considered quirky kids. They spent time in childhood developing their talents, and emerged from adolescence with confidence in their abilities. They found friends who could relate to them as they entered high school and beyond, when peers caught up with their level of maturity.

But we need to provide spaces in the classroom and outside school for quirky kids to connect so they can develop selfconfidence right from the start.

Tim Jordan, M.D., is a Behavioral Pediatrician who specializes in counseling girls ages 6 through college.

For more information, visit drtimjordan.com.

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Art Unleashed offers summer camps for students of all ages and abilities in a variety of mediums, including clay, watercolors, acrylics, oil pastels and more.

Burr Oak Camp

The full-day camp for boys and girls (preschool through grade six) emphasizes swimming instruction and includes crafts, sports, woodworking and games. Extended day is available, and lunch is provided. Three two-week sessions are offered from June 13 through July 22.

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Camp Magic House

Make your child’s summer magical with a one-of-a-kind summer camp experience. Campers participate in fun educational activities, explore The Magic House and more during these xweek-long camps.

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YMCA Camp Lakewood is an overnight camp for boys & girls ages 6-17, 90 minutes south of St. Louis on 5,200 wooded acres with a private lake.

We offer four and seven day sessions, as well as leadership, wilderness, ranch camp & more.

Camp Lakewood is not only fun, but teaches goal setting, making friends and much more all in a safe Y environment. Register today!

Located on a wooded campus with air-conditioned buildings and an in-ground pool, campers participate in a multitude of activities administered by experienced counselors. Activities include sports, outdoor education, performing arts, crafts, science and technology. Before and after care provided at no extra charge.

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Archery • Riflery Cookouts • Basketball Campfires • Canoeing Climbing Tower Water Trampoline Dance • Drama Drawing • Fishing Flag Football Floor Hockey Horseback Riding Kayaking • Zip Line Nature Center Outdoor Living Skills Snorkeling • Singing Spelunking/Caving Swimming • Crafts Tennis • Soccer Volleyball • Yoga All-Camp Games and much more!

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Camp Whitfield offers 5- to 12-year-olds a chance to move, sing, create and play.

Campers enjoy field trips, arts and games. Additionally, sports camps give developing athletes access to Whitfield’s star coaches and premium facilities. Athletes learn fundamental skills and improve their play while having fun.

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Chesterfield Day School ‘Fun in the Sun’

Keep your child’s love of learning strong all summer long! CDS camps are developed and taught by experienced educators, with hands-on themes focused on art, sports and STEM-based learning. Coed, 18 months to sixth grade.

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Churchill Center & School

One-on-one tutoring, along with auditory-visual, math, language arts, motor skills and art programs are available for children with specific learning disabilities. Program begins June 13.

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A variety of camps for age 3 through grade six, including arts and academics, are availible half- and full-day. Back this year are two camps in partnership with Stages!

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Countryside offers summer programs for children ages 1 through 6. Daily pony rides, swimming/water play and more are offered during five two­-week sessions June 6 t­ hrough Aug. 12. Half­-day, full­-day and extended-day are available (7 a.m.­to 5:30 p.m.)

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Come experience amazing things! Feed lemurs, pet a wallaby, zoom down a zipline, and shoot a bow and arrow. Take classes in veterinary medicine, survival skills, or arts and crafts. ACA accredited.

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Unplug! Ride bikes, climb higher, create, play sports, act, spend the night and more!

Register online for ages 3 to 12 June 13 through Aug. 12. Pre-primary camps and extended day are available.

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A camp for every kid: sports, gymnastics, arts, theater, technology and more. Most campers swim daily. Lunch is available as well as before- and after-care. Early bird pricing through March 4 and weekly bundle discounts. The more you camp, the more you save! ACA accredited.

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STAGES Performing Arts Academy Summer Break Camps

From June 6 through August 5, experience fun and imaginative musical theater-inspired camps designed to keep kids active and engaged during summer break! Enjoy returning favorites like Broadway Babies and Acting Adventures, Production Workshops Willy Wonka KIDS and Footloose, as well as new dance and acting-intensive offerings for teens!

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Eleven different sports camps are available, as well as opportunities to learn French, develop test­-taking skills, and explore coding by creating a video game or building a website.

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[ sibling success ] sassy and Jack Saleeby

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sports standouts] ‘Involved’ appropriately describes Sophia (who goes by Sassy) and Jack Saleeby: between spelling bees, chess practice, basketball games and more, they have a full schedule. In the midst of it all, they find time to attend taekwondo classes at Kelly’s Martial Arts and have numerous medals proving their success with the sport. “I started three years ago because my dad wanted me to learn how to defend myself,” says Sassy, a student at Ladue Fifth Grade Center. “Some of my friends went to Kelly’s, and its after-school program was easy to work into my schedule.”

The 10-year-old now attends practice three days a week for a couple of hours each time. “Every class focuses on different exercises and on Saturdays, it’s only the competition team that trains,” she says.

Eight-year-old Jack, a third-grader at Immacolata School, currently attends only the Saturday class because of basketball practice; otherwise, he follows the schedule of his older sister.

The two have accomplished a lot. As part of the competition team, they attend numerous local and interstate matches throughout the year, which prepares them for the state qualifier and USA Taekwondo Nationals, the precursor event to the Olympics. “The first year Sassy started taekwondo, she had been doing it less than six months when she qualified for Nationals in Chicago,” mom Trish Saleeby says, adding that there are only a few areas you can compete in at the national level, two of them sparring and poomsae, or forms. “It’s a defensive art, so for forms, it’s like a routine on the floor,” she says. “Students learn specific forms that are set for national standards.” It’s Sassy’s favorite activity.

“It’s moves that simulate if I were in a real fight,” she says. “As you progress in belt levels, the moves get more and more complicated. Training involves doing each form over and over to perfect and correct anything you’re doing wrong.”

At her first National tournament, Sassy missed the final division in forms by a hair. “We had coaches come up and ask about her because they recognized her skill,” Saleeby says. “They told us to keep her in it and that they wanted to keep an eye on her. There’s a real sense of community at these events. The kids sometimes wait three to four hours in the holding area before competing, so they meet a lot of other students from around Missouri and across the country that they keep in touch with.”

At his sister’s first Nationals, Jack became interested in the sport as well and started training. His favorite is sparring. “I really like the combat,” he says. “I just love kicking and punching in taekwondo.

Sparring is technically just fighting, but there are specific rules. You’re only allowed to use your hands to punch; no grabbing or pulling hair.” He also enjoys breaking boards and broke the black belt degree board as a yellow belt.

“That felt pretty good,” he says.

Last year, the two qualified at the Indiana State Tournament (Missouri no longer offers a state qualifying tournament) for Nationals by capturing the gold, Sassy for poomsae and Jack for sparring. At the tournament in Austin, Texas, Sassy won a bronze and Jack a silver. “I was so happy, tears of joy were coming down my face,” Sassy says. “Now that I’ve accomplished my goal of placing at Nationals, after I earn my black belt (I’m about four levels away), I will have achieved my overall goal. Then I will probably move onto something different! I’m going to start golf this spring.”

For now, the two will head to a state tournament soon to try for another bid to Nationals. As a parent, Saleeby not only loves the camaraderie and discipline of the sport, but also the fact that it provides a way for her kids to give back to the community.

“Kelly’s Martial Arts has started a nonprofit called Power Source, which sends kids on the competition team to inner city schools to teach and demonstrate the art of taekwondo,” she says. “We’re constantly working on balance!”

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Camp Weloki Even with all of Taylor Baur’s accomplishments, the MICDS senior remains humble and appreciative of her success on the basketball court. She casually answers a question about continuing on in college (she will play at Princeton!) and is quick to mention her teammate when talking about a recent honor they both received. From a Ram to a Tiger, Baur discusses her journey along the way.

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Q | When did you start playing basketball?

A | In kindergarten.

Q | What made you stick with it all these years?

A | My favorite sport was always soccer, actually; I’ve played

that since I was little as well. But in eighth grade, I started loving basketball. It’s so much fun because you can really make an impact in the game on both offense and defense, and it’s so fast-paced.

Q | What position do you play?

A | Forward, which is a versatile position on the court.

Q | Are you on a club team?

A | Yes, I started playing for Blue Star St. Louis last summer.

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Q | What is your practice schedule like ?

A | During the high school season, we practice every day after

school, and I do shooting and dribbling drills on my own. For club, we start practicing in the spring and then travel the entire month of July to different tournaments around the country. We do a showcase in September, which is when I tore my ACL last year. I couldn’t play soccer or basketball last year because of my injury.

Q | It seems like this year is going well. What are some highlights?

A | We’re having a great season so far and have only lost a few

games, as of right now. We won the holiday tournament that MICDS hosts for the fourth year in a row. Also, I was nominated for the McDonald’s All-American Games with my teammate and good friend Rachel Thompson. Only 400 girls are recognized nationally.

I’m so proud of us, and it’s really special to share with Rachel. We’ve been playing together since sixth grade and always play together in the summer.

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Libby Burkhardt & David Rosenfeld

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[ resources ] Ceremony | St. Louis Country Club reception | St. Louis Country Club photographer | Carretto Studio Photography FLORIST | Belli Fiori cake | The Cakery

[ wedding party ] maid of Honor | Katy Wolff Bridesmaids | Britt Sabbah, Andrea Rosenfeld, Natalie Shedd, Carolyn Hubert, Alex Karol, Theresa Elbert, MacKenzie Stirmlinger, Katherine Vicari, Blair Whitney, Shelby Rothman

Best Man | Adam Rosenfeld Groomsmen | Reid Burkhardt, Mark Levitt, Lenny Goldman, Barry Goldenberg, Joe Palmiotto, Lee Zucker, Brad Minkow, Joel McAllister, Kevin Daniel, Jason Kootman

Flower Girl | Vivienne Wolff Ring Bearer | Tate Wolff bride’s parents | Dan & Connie Burkhardt of Frontenac, Dan & Cindy Taylor of Chesterfield Groom’s parents | Richard & Shelley Rosenfeld of Chesterfield

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by karyn meyer It’s not uncommon for the best of friendships to turn into something more. Libby Burkhardt and David Rosenfeld had known each other for more than eight

years before they started dating. “We met when I was in eighth grade and he was in seventh,” Libby says. “We were in the musical Snoopy! together.” They became fast friends and remained close throughout high school and college. “I went to Mizzou, and I like to say he followed me,” Libby jokes. “We ended up once again running with the same crowd.

Everyone had always said we should date, and the more we spent time together, the more I realized it was true. Near the end of my senior year, I just said, we have to do this!”

Libby moved back to St. Louis after graduation while David finished school and worked with Teach for America in New York. “David and my whole family were in town for July 4, so we planned to have pictures taken at the Botanical Garden one night—or so I thought,” she recalls. “I arrived a little early, and my nephews had attended a camp there that week, so they were giving my sister and me a ‘tour.’” One of the boys led her to the Ottoman Garden, where Libby was let in through the gates to find a bouquet of roses and a note on a bench. “David had coordinated everything,” she says. “I read this romantic four-page letter talking about our journey together and why he loved me.”

When she finished, David appeared from his hiding spot and proposed. They walked out to both of their families, who were waiting to share in the good news. “His family had organized a dinner at Sqwires afterward,” Libby says. “It was incredible.”

The wedding will be big, she notes, and she plans on using ideas from her Pinterest board and stack of wedding magazines to plan a traditional St. Louis wedding that evokes “soft, vintage glamour.”

Libby works in fundraising and alumni relations at the University of Missouri, and David is a third-year medical student there.

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by karyn meyer | photos by anna petrow photography After meeting on the first day of orientation for medical school at the University of Missouri, Carrie Yeast and Stephen Johans Jr. were placed in the same small group when classes started.

While the circumstances were not always the most romantic (they shared a cadaver!), their connection was evident, and they started dating six months after their initial introduction. Seven years later, Stephen proposed to his med school sweetheart in San Francisco. “We biked across the Golden Gate bridge to Sausalito and stopped at a little dock before we turned around, and that’s where he proposed,” Carrie recalls. “For a city that’s always so busy, there was no one around except a nice older gentleman who took our picture.”

The two started planning with one main goal in mind: for it to be an elegant party that guests could really enjoy. “It was a little tricky to put together because I’m in Columbia for my residency, and Stephen is in Chicago for his—and the wedding was in Kansas City! But between my mom and me and our wedding planner, we got it done,” Carrie says. Personal connections made choosing vendors easy: the photographer was a neighbor Carrie used to babysit; the ceremony was at Carrie’s childhood church; and their reception was held at a venue opened by a catering company her family frequently used for parties.

“My bridesmaids and I all got ready at my parents’ house, and we did our first look there. That’s also where most of the pictures were taken,” Carrie says. “It was a beautiful day, and my dog Sam even got dressed up. Their goal of a fun party was evident at the end of the night. Guests lingered so long, the hired bus driver was upset that no one was leaving, Carrie says. “Stephen and I got left behind, and the bartender drove us back,” she laughs. “And we kept the party going at the hotel afterward!”

Carrie is a urology resident at the University of Missouri in Columbia, and Stephen is a neurosurgery resident at Loyola in Chicago.

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Best Men | Stewart Johans, Spencer Johans Groomsmen | Ryan Bruning, Eric Wisniewski, Buddy Hughes, Nick Dwyer, Thomas Yeast, Andrew Yeast

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Gowns

Megan Rumsey sales manager at The Ultimate Bride

Bridal gowns

The two-piece bridal gown just hit the St. Louis market this season. It’s often a big tulle skirt paired with various styles of top, like a camisole, shirt or even a crop top.

Strapless is out. For the past year or so, sleeves and straps have been huge. I would say 99 percent of brides come in asking for any kind of sleeve or strap.

The illusion top is super popular. ‘Tattoo’ or ‘floating’ lace is placed on skin-tone netting to make it look like the lace is tattooed onto the skin.

Bridesmaid Dresses

For years, bridesmaid dresses were all the same color and style. Now, brides are dressing the girls in different hues of one color and this year, some are even choosing all different colors. I advise brides who go this route to look at examples before ordering to make sure they really like the look!

Metallic dresses hit Pinterest a couple months ago.

We had a lot of weddings on New Year’s Eve with girls in gold sequins and gold dresses. We’re even ordering them for weddings in May.

Satin is making a comeback.

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A top request is for gowns in a champagne or cafe color, which suits a lot of women. These shades look great on many different skin tones and oftentimes are more flattering than traditional white.

If brides opt for a veil, many are bringing in a borrowed veil that their mom or grandma wore, and we modify and repurpose it. This way, they have something old and borrowed!

Tip I always tell brides, especially those shopping for the first time, to bring in pictures from magazines and online so the bridal consultant immediately has an idea of what their personal style is and knows what they want. It removes some of the guesswork for us!

Flowers

Ann Rabbitt owner of Thorn Studio Popular blooms are ranunculus, garden roses and peonies.

A lot of brides want blush and cream florals this year, which falls in line with popular shades for dresses. And many are choosing navy blue as a wedding color, which is great because a lot of flowers work well with it.

The rustic farm wedding is still really popular, and for those, it’s best to use natural, local flowers to complement the theme.

Regardless of the wedding venue, many brides want to use flowers that are sustainable and locally obtained and grown. This isn’t always less expensive, but the flowers will be a lot fresher. Some brides still want a specific flower no matter what’s in season or available locally, so to cut down on cost, I’ll suggest using it just in their personal bouquet and not in the centerpieces.

Some brides want to add a little pizzazz to their

bouquet with a special handkerchief, broach or cameo, and we can always work it in. To honor someone who has passed, I suggest putting pictures in a locket that I’ll tie to the bouquet handle with ribbon.

Brides want more than just flowers in the middle of the table, so florists are starting to offer more as well. Many want to incorporate candles on each table, and florists are renting these out so brides don’t have to worry about finding and buying the extras.

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Melody Lowry, director of sales and catering at Butler’s Pantry A trend couples are easing into is ‘communal dining,’ which is more like a family-style dinner. They’ll use big king-style tables, which are perfectly suited for this setup.

Couples really want the food to be representative of who they are and where they live. Brides who live out of town want to represent their home, like with an In-N-Out burger or Philly cheese steak. It’s all about the personalized extras, all the way down to cute signage.

Late-night snacks are still really popular, and many couples love small plates for dinner.

There are still those who invite 300-plus, usually younger brides. But smaller guest lists are becoming more and more popular, around 100 or less. This way, you can go all out with your food and have a custom menu. We recently had a rehearsal dinner with an upscale five-course meal. Each was a different St. Louis-themed small plate, and the chef came out and explained each course.

Let us put the finishing touch on your perfect wedding day …a perfect smile.

People now want a more intimate dining experience. We had a couple who left two spots open at each table. For each of the six courses, they switched tables so they could sit with everyone.

As you walk down the aisle glowing with joy, be sure your smile is just as radiant.

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Cosmetic restorative procedures include • Lumineers • porcelain veneers • tooth colored fillings • whitening procedures • crowns done in one visit.

Wedding cakes are still popular, but couples are choosing to have a variety of bite-sized dessert options as well.

Bars are huge this year. Couples want the premium liquors that mixologists are using, and Champagne is back. We’ve also added a craft beer package that has a lot of awesome microbrews. Because just like with wine, there are beer connoisseurs now!

Tip Caterers should be prepared to do whatever couples want, so give them all your ideas! We’re always excited to see what clients come up with.

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hen DeeDee Tate talks about her husband, she sounds like the happiest person alive. She laughs and laughs. Last summer, at age 67, Tate was married for the first time. She and husband Jay Harmon, 70, met the previous January and, considering their stage in life, decided time was of the essence.

“It was a blue moon,” she adds. “Quite literally.” She laughs again and says it was pure coincidence that she and Harmon picked that particular July day in 2015 for their wedding. (Technically, a blue moon is a full moon that occurs as the second full moon in a given month.)

Tate, a residential sales specialist at Gladys Manion, met Harmon when they were set up on a blind date by mutual friends. Neither imagined marriage was in their future—Harmon’s wife of 44 years had died three years prior and Tate had come to terms with her single life. “Marriage? Oh, no, no, no,” she laughs. But the courtship happened lickety-split, and by Valentine’s Day Harmon had asked for her hand.

Tate says she had never even been engaged before, but did have a couple of near-misses. “It was never the right time or place. Never the right person.”

Harmon says he certainly didn’t think he’d meet anyone else after his previous wife. “Blending families is a complicated business, so finding someone without those attachments made it easy,” he says.

From Tate’s point of view, however, Harmon’s ‘attachments’ have become a source of great joy. She went from having one immediate living relation (her sister), to having more than 50. She is now the proud mother of four, grandmother of four, and aunt to 43. “What an inheritance,” she says. In part, Tate attributes Harmon’s love of his family to her love of him. “It was a good indication that he was a kind and gentle man. And that is what I fell in love with.”

Harmon says he thinks love is different in later life because the concerns and expectations are not the same. “The first time around, your emphasis is on children and finances and building the family home. But now I’m simply looking for companionship, for someone who has the same kinds of likes as I have,” he says.

Tate and Harmon, who is retired, divide their time between St. Louis, Florida and Iowa, where Harmon is from. Tate says the adjustment to married life after 67 years has been easy. “It’s remarkable,” she says. “You’d think that after being single so long it would seem peculiar to be with another person all the time. But it hasn’t been strange in the least.” They were married at the Episcopal Church of the Holy Communion on Delmar Boulevard and held the reception at Washington University’s Knight Center. Tate says the moon was shining down on St. Louis that night. “We saw it,” she says. “It wasn’t blue, but it was beautiful.”

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We all know fitness is good for us. What we might not think about is all the ways it’s

good for our community, too. That is the message of Go! St. Louis founder and president Nancy Lieberman. The nonprofit’s year-­round initiatives are meant to inspire St. Louisans to lead healthier lives—and by extension, create a healthier community.

“Everyone is better off when we are healthier,” says Lieberman, who points out that businesses, too, benefit when employees take care of themselves. “Not only does it reduce health care costs when people are fitter, but it also reduces sick days and increases productivity. When you take part in something as a team, you feel good about yourself and where you work.”

Over the course of a year, Go! St. Louis, which began 16 years ago, holds four or five major events for individuals and families of all ages and abilities. There is a Diaper Dash for babies and moms, a Mature Mile (for the 60-plus crowd), and everything in between: fun runs, a 5K, a full and half marathon, and a four-person marathon relay. To encourage participation, Go! St. Louis offers special entry rates to its sponsors and designated charities. Companies may then provide additional incentives for employees by reducing or paying their entry fees and providing team T-shirts. Lieberman says Lockton Companies-St. Louis has done a particularly good job of involving staff in Go! St. Louis events. Chris Carlson is operations services director for the independent insurance brokerage firm, which has sponsored the four-person marathon relay for the past 13 years.

“We do it as part of our company’s health and wellness program,” Carlson says. “Participating together is a fantastic way of building a strong culture and extending one’s work family.” In advance of the April marathon each year, Lockton holds three ‘lunch and learn’ informational sessions for associates planning to run. Carlson himself has completed one full and eight half Go! St. Louis marathons through Lockton. When he took part in the four-person relay, his wife and daughter were on his team.

Lockton also is a great supporter of the nonprofit’s youth initiatives, which Lieberman says reach 260 schools across the bi-state region. Healthy kids are more likely to grow up to be healthy adults, she points out. As part of ‘Students on the GO!’ high schoolers train for the half marathon and take part in other events throughout the year. On Marathon & Family Fitness Weekend, Go! St. Louis hosts a free pre-race pasta dinner for as many as 400 students. (Lieberman notes that Go! St. Louis works with physicians to ensure all youth programs are age-appropriate for growing bodies.)

Another program, the Read, Write and Run Marathon for children in grades kindergarten through fifth, aims to develop reading-proficient, physically fit and community-minded children by challenging them to read 26 books, ‘right’ the community with 26 good deeds, and run 26.2 miles over a six-month period. “Healthier kids make for better students and a healthier society generally,” Carlson adds.

Lieberman says although she leads a healthy lifestyle and is a lifelong runner, she rarely runs the races. “Unfortunately, no,” she laughs. “On marathon weekend, my staff and I have 25,000 other people to take care of.”

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[ on the table ] by jonathan carli | photos by bill barrett

[ a pizza story ]

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[ amuse bouche ] THE scene

Attractive, casual pizza restaurant

THE CHEF/co-owner Muhammad Alhawagri

THE PRICES

Starters, $4 to $9 Pizzas, $12 to $16

THE FAVORITES

Tuscan Soup, Panna Cotta, Artichoke & Eggplant Dip

Opened in Maplewood about 18 months ago by two Washington University professors (one in biology, the other in marketing) who discovered a common passion for pizza, A Pizza Story offers wood-fired Neapolitan pizzas and other Italian specialties. They created a warm setting, with some walls a beautiful shade of claret— appropriate since this place is also a wine bar and lists wine pairings for every dish. The tables are a warm wood, and the overall aura has that cozy feeling you’d expect of a century storefront building with molded tin ceilings.

Food-wise, most of the variety is in the starters and the pizzas. There are salads and dips, soups and calamari.

Only three pastas are offered, but 11 different and creative pizzas. The kitchen experiments with toppings like pulled duck and lamb sausage and uses cheese not traditionally found on pizza, like fontina, manchego and gruyere. The atypical pairings don’t always work well together, or with classic pizza ingredients like tomato sauce and oregano.

A prime example is the ‘Thriller’ ($15), which has chorizo in place of the classic pepperoni. It’s simply too spicy-hot, and its heavy Spanish flavors fight the

oregano that is so indigenous to pizza. A better matchup was the Space Opera ($15), which was something like a bagel and lox with cream cheese, but on a pizza crust. A generous amount of smoked salmon topped a layer of ricotta cheese, capers and fresh dill on the pie.

Another successful pairing came on the Folklore ($14), which had tomato sauce, mozzarella, basil, eggplant, garlic and lemon zest. Had the eggplant been roasted and firmer, this would have been a real standout.

The pizza crusts are stellar. A large, wood-fired pizza oven dominates the back area and when those pizzas come out nice and hot, the Neapolitan crusts are simply delicious: chewy and crusty where the heat made the dough bubble up.

In the starters department, we tried a couple of classic Italian dishes: Fried Calamari ($9) and Tuscan Soup ($4). The soup was delicious, with a hearty flavor from cannelloni beans, pancetta, elbow pasta and herbs.

Don’t pass it up. The calamari, alas, was too regular in shape and breading to be ‘house-made,’ which was a disappointment. The accompanying dipping sauce also could have been improved on, as it was served cold,

which prevented the flavors from being realized.

Another winner, however, was the Artichoke & Eggplant Dip ($9), served with what appeared to be bread made from the pizza dough—and it was outstanding. The dip was impressive as a warm mash of roasted eggplant blended with tender artichoke hearts reminiscent of baba ganoush.

An order of Farfalle and Kale ($13) was pleasant, with lightly sautéed kale and a ‘sauce’ of crushed sundried tomatoes, which imparted good flavor—acidic and slightly tart. An undertone of wine added its distinctive flavor, and the topping of walnuts and goat cheese provided some interest in both texture and taste.

The standout dish was the Panna Cotta ($4), a loose custard topped with a very pleasant fruit reduction made with berries and balsamic vinegar. It was a dish with interest and intrigue, combining cream and vinegar to yield a flavor your mouth simply doesn’t expect. It was topped with pistachios, another nice touch, to cut the cream a bit and give you something to chomp on. Also nice is the coffee service, which comes to the table in a French press.

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dome, resulting in a crust blistered with small brown spots.

I’m self-taught; on a trip to Italy, I became fascinated with pizza.

Panna cotta An Italian custard made with gelatin and cream and often topped with fruit compote Neopolitan pizza This is wood-fired at 800˚to 900˚in about a minute inside an oven with a low Fontina An Italian cow’s milk cheese from the Val d’Aosta region, this has a mild, nutty and sweet flavor ideal for serving as a dessert or snack cheese.

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Jerusalem by Yotam Ottolenghi and Sami Tamimi

At Il Tartufa in Italy, where I ate black truffle soup baked inside an onion.

guilty pleasure food Ho Hos

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ROLLS-ROYCE WRAITH by robert w. paster

If you didn’t notice the moment you saw the Spirit of Ecstasy

hood ornament, you will when you glimpse the beautiful lines of the two-door, leather- and wood-ensconced 2016 Rolls-Royce Wraith coupe: This is something very special.

The Wraith is built to be sportier and have better handling than its sedan siblings.

Enter through rear-opening coach doors and plant yourself in the finest leather. No need to strain closing the door; just push a button and it closes for you. As I observed on a recent factory tour, the men and women who create Rolls-Royce interiors are Old World artisans.

The back seat can accommodate an adult, but it’s better for children. The trunk is big and deep and has an electronic deck lid. Rear and top-view cameras provide an image of what’s behind and beside your car on the 10.25-inch screen in the center of the dash when you’re reversing, which is helpful since the severe slope of the rear window hinders visibility. The screen also displays audio, navigation, communication and system information, but it can be hidden beneath a beautiful wood veneer. An indulgent option is the starlight roof with led lights that display thousands of twinkling ‘stars’ above you. The only noise that will intrude on your inner auto sanctum comes from a 600-watt audio system.

Details such as ‘RR’ center wheel caps that keep the Rs right-side-up differentiate the Rolls from more mundane cars. To protect your Spirit of Ecstasy hood ornament, it automatically retracts when you shut off the engine. If you feel the need to spend more, you can get a silver, gold plated or illuminated one.

The Wraith is a driver’s Rolls-Royce, with more than enough power at all times and a suspension that provides a liquid-smooth ride. Though steering through the large, leather-wrapped steering wheel was severely over-boosted at low speeds, it seemed to tighten up with speed. A heads-up display on the windshield digitally shows your speed and the speed limit of the road you’re on, while a lane assist system gently vibrates the wheel if you veer too close to the side. According to Ephraim Schmitt, brand manager at Rolls-Royce Motorcars of St. Louis, “What makes the Wraith unique is the mix of ultra luxury with the sportiness and immense power of its engine. It can go 0-60 in only 4.4 seconds,” he says.

The navigation voice has a female British accent that politely guides you to your destination. Direction arrows on the heads-up display provide additional assist.

When you get to your destination the voice says, You have arrived at your destination.

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West County Plastic Surgeons has moved to a new, larger suite on the Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital campus, with a spa-like atmosphere, privacy-focused layout and plenty of parking.

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Kodner Gallery announces the arrival of new inventory for spring.

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Make friends and see results at our new small-group training formats available at each location. Try Boxing, TRX, ViPR, Boot Camp, For Women Only and more, led by nationally-certified personal trainers.

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Join Epworth Children & Family Services in honoring the St. Louis Blues Alumni Association with The Pillar of Strength Award, April 2 at Scottrade Center.

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Marcus Roberts Trio The Marcus Roberts Trio brings its powerful rhythmic and melodic sounds to the stage as it shows off its fresh approach to jazz.

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This latest Coen brothers movie was as weird as I have found all of them. It appears to be a parody of 1950s Hollywood, and they left no genre unturned. There was the water musical, with Scarlett Johansson as a cantankerous and manly diving diva. And the standard Western, with Alden Ehrenreich playing a drawling, tobacco-chewing, lassowielding cowpoke. Channing Tatum was charming as a singing, dancing musical star who slept his way to the top, notably with Ralph Fiennes, a pretentious director named Laurence Laurentz. Tilda Swinton was insufferable as twin gossip columnists. The ‘plot’ was loosely arranged around George Clooney, the studio’s big star, and studio head Josh Brolin, who has a crisis of conscience every 24 hours; even his confessor tells him not to visit so often. Hometowner Heather Goldenhersh (JBS ’91) has plenty of screen time as Brolin’s secretary. The film is mostly a bundle of fun; if there is a deeper meaning, maybe it’s in the Ben Hur-style blockbuster they are filming with Clooney, which shows the Romans coming to Jesus in front of massive crosses. But I think not—it’s probably just nose-thumbing at the shallow, hypocitical and mindless World According to Coen.

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Thanks to a recently FDA-approved procedure offered by SLUCare’s heart valve clinic, a local man in his 80s has hope. He’s suffering from aortic valve stenosis, a disease

that causes the aortic valve opening to narrow, restricting blood flow. The condition is serious: It can cause shortness of breath, chest pain or pressure, fainting, palpitations and a decline in activity level. It also shortens life expectancy.

Just a few years ago, this patient would have had two grim choices: enter hospice or risk open-heart surgery, the traditional method of replacing the valve. The latter would have required a difficult recovery and likely would leave an elderly patient in worse shape, says his doctor, SLUCare’s Dr. Richard Lee. Either way, he would no longer be able to care for his wife, who has Alzheimer’s.

Soon, though, he will undergo transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), a minimally invasive process specially approved for patients too high-risk to undergo more extensive procedures.

A new valve will be placed in his heart via a catheter inserted through the leg artery, Lee explains, instantly improving blood flow. TAVR is performed at SLUCare’s valve clinic by Lee and Dr. Michael Lim, co-directors of SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital’s Center for Comprehensive Cardiovascular Care.

TAVR marks a significant improvement in care for high-risk patients, Lee says. “The first study showed at the one-year mark a 20 percent improvement in survival, one of the largest survival advantages we’ve seen for any therapy,” he says. Besides its monumental impact on mortality for acute aortic valve stenosis patients, TAVR also offers shorter recovery time and lessens the chance of complications inherent in open-heart surgery, such as renal failure and pneumonia. “If you fix the valve through the conventional sternotomy, it takes two months—usually double that for elderly patients—to heal up,” Lee says. “Instead of being out of commission for a long time, this is more like a regular sick leave.”

Patients with all manner of valve disorders can find help at the SLUCare valve clinic, Lee says, and it’s one of only a few centers in the area able to offer transcatheter options for both aortic valve stenosis and mitral regurgitation. The clinic has a team of highly trained cardiac specialists brought together in one place, including a heart surgeon and an interventional cardiologist. “Patients are able to get multiple opinions with one appointment,” Lee notes.

Although TAVR is currently available only to high-risk patients, Lee says future research might find it to be a viable option for lower-risk patients, too. “In years to come, we might be able to solve any valve issue with just a puncture in patients’ arteries and veins,” he says. For now, Lee is focused on his elderly patient’s outcome, glad to be able to present him with a viable option. “Offering him something like TAVR would not have been possible a few years ago,” he says.

SLUCare Physician Group’s heart valve clinic is run by Dr. Richard Lee and Dr. Michael Lim. It offers transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), a minimally invasive procedure for high-risk patients with aortic valve stenosis, at SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital.

Pictured on the cover, seated: SLUCare cardiovascular surgeon Dr. Richard Lee; standing: SLUCare cardiologist Dr. Abhay Laddu and Dr. Michael Lim. For more information, call 314.977.4440 or visit slucare.edu/heartvalve.

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Heart disease, whether genetic in origin or brought on by poor lifestyle choices, can be preventable. But what are the factors that can move you from a tragic heart statistic to a healthy patient? Doctors agree early detection is essential; so are regular checkups and seeing a cardiologist if your primary care physician recommends it.

Running guru Jim Fixx, author of the bestseller The Complete Book of Running, lost his father to heart disease at age 43. Despite this forewarning and a healthy, active lifestyle, Fixx himself died at age 52 of a heart attack while running.

Heredity trumped activity, but genetic predisposition doesn't have to be a death sentence.

CARDIAC CLOSE CALLS

“It’s really dramatic how much we can reduce the risk of an event with cholesterol medicine,” says Dr. Stephanie White of SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital. “That’s one of the main tools we have. The area of cardiology does a lot of research identifying risk factors for coronary disease,” White says. “Sometimes there’s a disconnect between identifying what those risk factors are and how we can modify them and prevent events from happening. That’s what’s difficult.”

Patients are at increased risk when a first-degree relative has had a heart attack at a young age, White says. Gender does not change the risk, but hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol and smoking do.

Dr. Jennifer Silva, a Washington University pediatric cardiologist, sees a lot of patients with sudden cardiac death (SCD) brought on by abnormal heart rhythm or arrhythmia, typically an inherited tendency. “There are certain people who are at risk of sudden cardiac death,” she says.

When a child has a family history of SCD, genetic testing can determine what the child’s risk is, Silva says. Risk can be mitigated with beta-blockers to limit arrhythmias, and devices like defibrillators and pacemakers also help regulate rhythm. “Arrhythmic sudden cardiac death is not always 100-percent preventable in all patients, but certainly for the vast number of kids we’ve identified with these conditions, they are alive and well.”

Genetic testing is essential, she says, because data suggests 10 to 20 percent of infants who die of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome had an undetected arrhythmia.

CAN YOU Lower Your risk?

It’s complicated, the doctors say. “Hypertension runs in the family, just like coronary disease and the way you metabolize cholesterol,” says White. “Each of those can be a genetic component for developing heart disease.”

It’s possible to lower but not eliminate heart attack risk with aggressive treatment, such as cholesterol medicine, she points out. For patients with a family history of heart disease—particularly immediate family like parents and siblings—White recommends the atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) test. “There’s a calculator that we plug in your blood pressure, cholesterol level, whether you have high blood pressure, and whether it’s treated. Then we can calculate your 10-year risk of having an event,” White says.

If that risk is very low, the next step is checking the coronary calcium score. If that score is higher than the 80th percentile for your age, White would prescribe cholesterol medicine to reduce the risk. “That’s the only thing we’ve found medication-wise that can actually reduce somebody’s risk of having a heart attack,” she says.

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“The cheapest and easiest for most people is walking,” she says. “You just need a good pair of walking shoes.” But what if you work and can’t find a good time for outdoor walking? Or you’d like to combine your sweating with reading, TV watching or binging on your favorite FX series?

Treadmills are a good option for elevating the heart rate, whether walking or running, Frese says. Stationary bikes and elliptical machines also offer solid cardiovascular workouts, with the added bonus of being easy on the joints, she says. If you use a stair stepper,

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There really is something called Broken Heart Syndrome (BHS), and yes, it can kill you! But not if doctors have anything to say about it. It’s not common, but nonetheless you’ll want to know its signs and how to avoid it.

Broken Heart Syndrome (BHS), also called stress cardiomyopathy, happens more often in books and movies than in real life. “It’s unpredictable and rare,” says Dr. Harvey Serota, a cardiologist with St. Louis Heart and Vascular Cardiology. “In my whole career—I’ve been practicing 29 years— I see one every few years.”

It hasn’t even been in the medical textbooks very long. “It’s only been recognized as an entity the last eight years,” says Dr. Pat Cole, a cardiologist with The Heart Health Center. As you might have guessed, BHS is brought on by stress (the death of a loved one or sudden shock) and mimics a heart attack.

BHS entails all the things people complain about with a heart attack, like chest pain and shortness of breath, Cole says. It’s also associated with EKG changes and elevated biomarkers. “For all intents and purposes, it looks like a heart attack,” Cole says.

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Weight training is good to incorporate into a fitness program, but it’s not necessarily the best cardio workout. To get a sustained cardiovascular workout with weights, do circuit training with no more than 30 seconds of rest between the machines. “That will give you some degree of cardio,” Frese notes.

Frese agrees with cardiologists that a minimum of 30 minutes a day, three days a week, of aerobic exercise is needed for heart health. And she reminds that older people or those with a history of heart disease should get doctor approval before starting an exercise program.

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It is likely related to the body’s ‘fight or flight’ reflex to sudden stress, Cole says. “The current theory is the body highly overproduces adrenalin or epinephrine, and that causes a direct problem with the heart muscle,” she

explains. “We know this because patients who have come immediately to the ER and had their epinephrine levels measured have levels much higher than normal—as high as 40 times normal!

So for whatever reason, your body is producing this overload of epinephrine or adrenalin.”

It is most common in older women, but it doesn’t happen often to anyone.“ We all live with stress every day,” Serota says. “I don’t think I would live my life worried about getting stress cardiomyopathy. It’s almost a surprise when the doctor finds it because we’re expecting (artery) blockage, and they don’t have it,” Serota says.

Still, it’s serious. “Patients can end up in ICU in shock.”

Treat & Take it Down a Notch

Mending a broken heart involves betablockers to reduce rhythm problems, ACE inhibitors to improve the heart’s pumping, cholesterol and pain medicine, and possibly diuretics to get rid of the fluid. “We treat them as if they’ve had a heart attack, even though that’s not really what happened,” Cole says.

And, of course, your doctor will try to get to the bottom of what incited the incident in the first place. “Often it’s extreme emotional or physical stress,” Cole says. “Most of the time it’s a short, sudden event: an acute illness of a spouse, an accident, or physical stress.”

Such episodes can also bring with them actual heart damage.

“There’s a huge psychological overlay to a diagnosis you didn’t have before,” Cole says.

“In some cases patients want psychological counseling because of the diagnosis.”

Fortunately, most people with BHS recover completely, with no permanent damage. “The good news is it’s almost always reversible,” Cole says. “Within a day or two to a week, everything goes back to normal. It’s nice to be able to tell patients, You’re going to be OK.”

LEISURE

p r e v enti o n If we’re looking for preventive measures, a lot of it comes down to good old-fashioned common sense. The cornerstones are diet and exercise, says Dr. Mark Vogel, a cardiologist with Mercy Clinic Heart and Vascular.

Get Serious “In general, shortcuts don’t pay off in life,” says Dr. Michael Lim, a SLUCare cardiologist. “Find the willpower and make prevention part of what you do on a daily basis.” He suggests people start with determining their susceptibility. “We’re actually getting pretty good at trying to predict what somebody’s 10-year risk of having a significant heart event is,” he says. That involves checking blood pressure, cholesterol and weight, plus discussing family medical history. “Those things are very telling with respect to your risk,” Lim says.

In some cases, medication will be necessary, but improving diet is absolutely ground zero in heart health, the physicians agree. “The consensus in the cardiac world is you want to have a diet that emphasizes fruits and vegetables, fish and poultry, and low-fat dairy and decreases the amount of red meat, sugary foods and sugary beverages like soda,” Vogel says.

The other part of the equation is exercise.

“Exercise absolutely complements diet,” Lim says. “The more you exercise, the lower your heart risk.” That doesn’t mean you have to run a marathon or climb Mt. Everest—just maintain a minimum of 30 minutes of steady aerobic activity three to five times a week. Your exercise of choice can be as simple as walking, swimming or bicycling. “Do it continuously, with a 5-minute warmup, 20 minutes of exercise and a 5-minute cooldown,” Lim advises.

The talk test

If you don’t have time to exercise daily, Vogel suggests a longer, more vigorous workout.

The ‘talk test’ helps determine if the activity is intense enough. “If you can go 25 minutes and carry on a full conversation, that activity level is not vigorous,” he says. He reminds people

that in order to decrease cholesterol and blood pressure, the American Heart Association recommends 40 minutes of moderate to vigorous activity three to four times a week.

“Think of the heart for what it is; it’s a big muscle,” Vogel says. “If you do aerobic, cardiovascular exercise, that muscle will be stronger.” Regardless of their diet and exercise, patients with risk factors like family history of heart disease, high blood pressure or high cholesterol should get screened for a coronary calcium score starting at age 40, Vogel advises.

This involves a CT scan to get a two-dimensional view of the heart and arteries so cardiologists can look for calcium. The higher the calcium score, the higher the risk for heart disease. Mercy offers this screening for $130; visit mercy.net/stlheart.

“If you adapt these measures, the overall benefits can be huge, in terms of your length of life and your quality of life,” Vogel says.

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Hinkle and Ortyl are the respective founders of the Ollie Hinkle and Mighty Oakes heart foundations. Both had sons who died of a congenital heart defect (CHD) before age 2. In the United States, 1 in 100 babies is born with such a defect.

Of the 40,000 CHD babies born each year, thousands do not reach their first birthday. Ollie Hinkle underwent his first open-heart surgery at 8 weeks, his second at 8 months. Such operations are only treatments; there is no cure.

Hinkle says she and husband Mark have devoted the three years since their son's death to making a difference in the heart community. In addition to directing more than $150,000 to the Children's Heart Foundation (the country's leading organization committed solely to funding CHD research), the Hinkles set up the Ollie Hinkle Heart Foundation (OHHF), which since its inception in 2015 has donated $300,000 to pediatric heart research and the compassionate care for heart families.

The Mighty Oakes Heart Foundation— established in 2011 by Becky and husband Greg in memory of their son Oakes—is a recipient of some of those funds. Oakes' defect was discovered in utero. He had the first of three open heart surgeries at 6 weeks and a double lung transplant at 3 months. He was 15 months old when he died. For all but 12 days of those months, Oakes was in the ICU at St. Louis Children's Hospital. Ortyl says the foundation was born of an awareness of other families' suffering. “We had an amazing support system—family and friends to bring us meals and stock our fridge—but so many people do not,” she says. Some, she adds, barely have enough gas money to get them to and from the hospital each day. “If your child is in the ICU, the last thing you should have to worry about is gas,” she says.

Mighty Oakes supports heart families by paying mortgages, travel and food expenses, and other bills.

“Anything to make the journey easier,” says Ortyl. In 2015, the foundation helped 53 local families. Since 2011, it has raised $750,000. Last Oakes month, the Hinkle and Ortyl families opened Olive + Oak, a restaurant in Webster Groves named for their boys. Hinkle says a portion of revenue will be allocated for CHD charities.

“Congenital heart defects are the No. 1 birth defect in the world,” Ortyl says. “And one of the most underfunded.”

Shelley Perulfi, director of cardiac and vascular services at St. Louis Children's Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine's Heart Center, says a CHD occurs when a baby's heart does not develop normally during early pregnancy. Different defects cause different problems, like too much or too little blood passing through the lungs, or not enough blood traveling from the heart to the body.

Sometimes, the problems are solved with surgery, but sometimes a heart transplant is needed. Last year, according to Perulfi, the Heart Center carried out 312 pediatric open heart surgeries and 15 heart transplants.

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Every day, our heart beats 100,000 times and sends 2,000 gallons of blood through 60,000 miles of blood vessel. In an average human lifetime (70 years, say), that amounts to 2.5 billion beats. If we put our hand to our chest, we can feel it doing all that work.

But otherwise, we hardly notice, we barely know it’s there. Unless, of course, something goes wrong. Then, we jump to attention.

We do what we know we must to care for the 12-ounce lump of muscle on which our life depends. But why wait? Why not pay attention now? Seventy years is a long journey. Shouldn’t we do what we can to make our most vital organ safe for the road?

This is where the quality of fuel comes in—where the food we put in our bodies really matters.

Almonds: Technically, an almond » isn’t a nut, but the seed of the fruit

of the almond tree. A Nurses’ Health Study has reported that women who consume more than 5 ounces a week may lower their risk of heart disease by 35 percent.

Barley: A member of the grass » family, this grain was first cultivated in Eurasia 13,000 years ago. It and its health benefits are still going strong.

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Black beans: Beans, beans, it’s good for your heart ... The American Heart Association lists more than 100 recipes that include beans on its website—that says it all.

Blueberries: The proof of » blueberries’ goodness is in the color. All those antioxidants turn them blue.

» » Edamame: One Japanese soybeans

Cherries: Have them any which way—sweet, sour, juiced or dried. cup of these contains as much fiber as four slices of whole wheat bread.

Flax: These tiny golden seeds are »packed with fibery goodness. They

become even more nutritious if ground.

Sprinkle them liberally on cereal and salads, into smoothies and even into the mustard on your sandwich.

» Oatmeal: Is there a better breakfast than this? Not only does it get us all the

way to lunch without the need to snack, it helps keep blood sugar stable over time (making it particularly good for diabetics).

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Olive oil: Used in cooking, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, soaps, and sometimes as fuel for oil lamps, this liquid gold is best if it’s virgin. ‘Virgin,’ in this case, means it comes from the olives’ first pressing and tends to have the freshest, fruitiest flavor.

» Red wine: A glass a day helps to strengthen artery walls. But easy does

it. Women should have no more than one. Men—lucky them—may have two.

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Salmon: This fatty fish keeps the heart’s rhythm in check and can be prepared in a matter of minutes by broiling, poaching or frying.

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Sweet potato: Switch out the regular white spud for these. They contain twice as much fiber and are high in potassium and vitamin A, a feisty antioxidant.

Swiss chard: ‘Swiss’ is » misleading. This leafy vegetable with

its beautiful rainbow stalks actually hails from the Mediterranean and was first referenced by Aristotle in 400 B.C.

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Tofu: Made from soybean curd, tofu is low-calorie and gluten- and cholesterol-free. The silky version is lowest in fat.

Walnuts: The king of nuts. One» quarter cup provides more than 100

percent of the daily recommended value of omega-3 fats.

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Yogurt: Not just for bones! A recent two-year study of 5,000 Spanish university graduates saw a 50 percent reduction in the risk of developing high blood pressure among people eating two to three servings a day.

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Perfectly nestled between Ladue, Frontenac and Clayton in Richmond Heights, Stonecrest at Clayton View is a senior living concept that will offer an active and engaged lifestyle with just the right supportive care available when needed. Just a stone’s throw from all of the exciting cultural, shopping & dining attractions St. Louis is proud to offer, Stonecrest at Clayton View will set a new standard in senior communities. Residents will enjoy beautifully appointed suites, a calendar full of activities and outings, an award-winning dining program, and much more, all within a vibrant community full of life. When complete, Stonecrest at Clayton View will be composed of 55 private apartments in its Assisted Living area including studio suites, one-bedroom suites and two-bedroom suites, some with private terraces on the garden. Stonecrest at Clayton View also will have 35 suites within a specially designed memory care neighborhood.

Individual choice and personal preferences are paramount. Our individually tailored programs provide the stability and safety needed for the independence our residents desire. We strive to enhance your experience with special attention to customizing our support around your lifestyle.

Our mission is to provide loving support in a vibrant, world-class community. We are proud of the naturally engaging warmth provided here at Stonecrest at Clayton View. But don’t take our word for it, come see for yourself!

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Visiting Nurse Association of Greater St. Louis (VNA) has served the St. Louis Community as a trusted healthcare provider for more than 100 years. The organization’s long history and success can be attributed to itscommitment to constantly exploring and developing innovative solutions that can close the service gaps in St. Louis’ healthcare. Later this year, VNA will introduce new opportunities to advance its continuum-of-care vision.

VNA’s experienced Registered Nurses specialize in end-of-life hospice care, and their advanced knowledge makes them recognized leaders among other hospice providers. VNA was the first provider to offer cardiology hospice care, a specific kind of end-of-life care for patients with congestive heart failure and other heart disease. Additionally, its customizable approach to caring for end-of-life patients in their homes is often recognized with awards. Recently, VNA nurse, Dottie Schonalau was honored with the Caregiver of the Year award by a leading ombudsman organization in St. Louis.

Throughout the year, the VNA nurses and staff provide other healthcare services to meet a range of needs. Daily, the staff connects seniors with area service providers that cater to their specialized requirements; the nurses provide vaccination and wellness programs to students at area schools or to professionals employed at area businesses; and an in-house chaplain can provide spiritual counsel to those sick or hospitalized.

The VNA of Greater St. Louis truly brings healthcare to people where they live, where they work – wherever they are.

For more information about the professional and compassionate healthcare services VNA of Greater St. Louis offers, visit www.vnastl.com or call 314.918.7171.

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Private Home Care embraces, celebrates, and improves the aging experience by providing a long-term solution for aging adults who want to remain at home. PHC offers non-medical in home care based on a European model. Each client is matched with a primary caregiver, seeing the same person day in and day out day out; we select only caregivers we would place with our own family members. In addition, clients are assigned a care coordinator who makes weekly or bi-weekly visits to the client’s home or residential facility to ensure everything is running smoothly and to report any changes to family members.

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Care coordinators have a small client base and communicate with caregivers regularly and are always accessible to the client’s family. This structure creates stability and familiarity. Clients know the person coming in and out of their home and have a close relationship with their care coordinator, while families can be at ease knowing their loved one is well taken care of. Live-in (24/7/365) and full-time care (40+ hours per week) are at the heart of what we do and involve no more than two caregivers, one primary and one secondary.

We have many clients whose families live out of state and want the reassurance of knowing that someone trusted will always be with their loved one. This structure allows our clients to live out their lives naturally, surrounded by what is most important and comfortable. When exploring long-term care options, choose the peace of mind our trusted and consistent care staff offer to both clients and their families.

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We specialize in safe access in, out and around the home, with our Amramp modular wheelchair ramps, stairlifts, and other accessibility solutions. Our modular wheelchair ramps are designed with safety in mind, using a unique, open-mesh, non-skid surface to allow moisture to pass through, minimizing dangerous ice film and mold build-up. Unlike wood or aluminum ramps, our steel ramps are fireproof, allowing for a safe exit in case of fire. Additionally, the ramps are free standing and do not attach to the home, causing no damage to property when they are no longer needed. This makes them perfect for historic and rental properties.

Amramp now proudly carries an expanded line of accessibility equipment, including portable showers, automatic door openers, threshold and entry ramps, inclined stair lifts, portable ramps, pool lifts, overhead patient lifts, grab bars, wireless alert devices and more.

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For Midwest Urogynecology’s Dr. John P. Judd, caring and responsiveness aren’t just words. His office is committed to providing state-of-the-art, evidence-based medical services that allow women to overcome pelvic disorders such as prolapse of the vagina, bladder and uterus, as well as urinary problems including incontinence related to urethral weakness or an overactive bladder. They are experts at evaluating and treating pelvic floor and vaginal mesh complications, and in cutting-edge in-office diagnostics such as comprehensive bladder testing and cystoscopy.

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Dr. Judd is one of the area’s most experienced Da Vinci robotic surgeons and a leader in InterStim, a surgical treatment option for overactive bladder. He completed medical school training at the University of Texas Southwestern School of Medicine, after which he completed residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Ochsner Medical Center. Dr. Judd then obtained additional subspecialty fellowship training in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery at Duke University Medical Center. He then served as an assistant professor at Washington University School of Medicine before founding Midwest Urogynecology, LLC., which is located at Des Peres Hospital.

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AccuCare: Private, in-home care for seniors with a human touch With AccuCare, an independently owned, private, in-home care agency serving the greater metropolitan St. Louis area including West County, you receive the same care and compassion we would offer our own families. Because we are RN-owned and managed, our family-inspired approach to care comes with the expertise to perform medically skilled services.

Our service offerings are broad, including weekly visits to assist with light housekeeping, pet care, meal preparation, transportation for doctors’ appointments, and other day-to-day living needs. AccuCare also provides customized plans for clients who require an R.N. on-call 24/7 in collaboration with Medicare and hospice services.

Founded in 1994 by Jacqueline Phillips, R.N., BSN, to serve seniors and their families, the ongoing mission for each team member is to provide every client with the highest possible standard of private, in-home care with a human touch.

Through Jacque’s vision, AccuCare has grown to more than 100 caregivers who provide in-home services to numerous clients. Our leadership team maintains a deep level of commitment to clients and caregivers alike to create a culture of trust, integrity and professionalism.

Jane Olsen, R.N., AccuCare’s Director of Nursing/Director of Operations, has been an integral part of the company for more than 20 years. Jane and members of her nursing team make weekly visits at no additional cost to each of our 24-hour cases, clients requiring medicine management, and other clients, as needed. This is done to assess the ongoing general health of each client and to ensure they receive quality care with a human touch.

To learn more, please visit www.AccuCare.com. You may also call 314.692.0020, or send an email to jolsen@accucare.com with any questions.

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In October of 2016, Provision Living will open a new kind of memory support community. After a decade of providing senior living services at communities across the country, Provision Living has come to believe that the direction of memory care is about to change. Over the years we have observed gaps in the traditional model and we are committed to preventing the small-scale management of these gaps.

A University of California study recently predicted that the number of people living with Alzheimer’s in the U.S. will soar to over 100 million in the next 34 years. Managing gaps in the traditional memory care model won’t be an option, but an imperative. Our model is needed.

Provision Living at West County will be a community created with the purpose of delivering memory support that seeks to continuously uncover better ways of caring for residents with Alzheimer’s and other dementias, as well as their families and loved ones.

Our memory support teams will be guided by principles that stress meaningful interactions between individuals over rules and processes. Our leaders will provide direction that improves collaboration and teamwork in order to produce healthy environments. The old model of memory care is based on strict operational programs driven by heavily documented plans. But that is incapable of adapting to how people live their lives.

We invite you to learn more about an approach to memory support based on the willingness to embrace and respond to changes in how people live. We encourage you to contact us to explore memory support at Provision Living at West County.

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FREE, Referral Service For St. Louis Senior Living Options We understand that changing homes at any point is difficult. For seniors, this decision is further complicated by the choices, costs and stigma associated with the process. This is undoubtedly a stressful time for you and your loved ones; so, let Transitions For Senior Living provide one-on-one guidance with that search.

Transitions For Senior Living is a free, hands-on, referral service helping St. Louis seniors and their families find appropriate housing when living independently is no longer a safe option. We work closely with the St. Louis region’s Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent and Skilled Nursing communities that provide the best levels of care.

We differentiate ourselves by personally meeting with the senior and family members to better understand the complete care needs of the individual(s). We want to identify their cognitive, physical, financial, geographical and social care needs, so that we can narrow the numerous choices to the best three to five communities. Then, we accompany the family on tours of these communities to make sure the right questions are asked to help them better understand the different services, offerings and amenities.

With our experience, we provide unbiased and professional advice to help make the best decision possible, FREE OF CHARGE!

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“Families do not have to do this on their own... we have done the legwork. We know which communities have openings, who is staffed to accommodate individual care needs, and their costs. Even if a move isn’t immediate, we want families to have a plan for the future, in an effort to eliminate crisis-mode.”

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History sells. If you don’t believe it, look at the amazing experience I had recently while assisting with a Leslie Hindman sale of the contents from the Kennedy Winter White House in Palm Beach, Florida.

‘La Querida’ (which loosely means ‘sweetheart’) was purchased from the Kennedy family in 1995 by Mr. and Mrs. John Castle, including the contents.

The Kennedys had owned the home for 62 years. The Castles recently sold it for $31 million, and also decided it was time to put the articles of history on the market, too.

How thrilling it was to watch the crowds (of which some Kennedy and Wanamaker family members were present!) compete in person, by absentee bid, online and on the phone for a piece of the Kennedy home that had been host to countless dignitaries and important historical events.

The auction grossed nearly $500,000 by the time the last paddle went down, so now the cache of furniture, art and bibelots will find new homes where they can be enjoyed for years to come. Among the highlights: Venetianstyle walnut twin beds where JFK wrote Profiles in Courage, which fetched $20,000; an exquisite pair of period Venetian glass mirrors for $38,750; and an Italian painted hall bench attributed to Addison Mizner thought to store Kennedy beach towels, which sold for $9,375.

The home was historic in its own right, having been designed by Addison Mizner in 1923 for Rodman Wanamaker, who owned department stores that carried his name. When Wanamaker sold the home in 1933 to the Kennedy family for $120,000, it looked a bit different than the structure there today. The Kennedys purchased an additional 150 feet of beachfront and hired another famed architect, Maurice Fatio, to design an additional wing, pool pavilion and tennis court. The new owners now are restoring the home to its original Mizner design.

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Design Redux Well it is official! I have been in this business for 32 years and now have the privilege of seeing old fabrics made new again. As you may know, fabric companies offer fabric and wallcovering showings twice a year to introduce their ‘new’ products, generally in the spring and fall. Much like lotus garden in the fashion industry, a color forecast is followed, and it influences the balance of color in each pattern. F. Schumacher has the reputation of remaining relevant to today’s trend but not straying from its classic roots.

Recently Sarah Henderson, my F. Schumacher representative, presented the new spring line; it is titled Classics and consists of document patterns that have been recolored and sometimes rescaled to work with today’s trends. The patterns they chose from their archives range from the early 20th-century Woodland Silhouette to the famed 1962 Pyne Hollyhock print used by Albert Hadley for Nancy ‘Princess’ Pyne and others.

This floral pattern is one of my personal favorites, and it’s now available in a new tobacco color that replicates an aged patina. For those loving all things chinoiserie, the Lotus Garden document fabric from the 1920s is back and remains a timeless classic. It only goes to prove: Everything old is new again!

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THE KLISMOS CHAIR Everything we use today in home decor had its roots many years ago, sometimes centuries ago. The Klismos chair is as popular now as when the Greeks designed it well into the B.C.s.

This chair is not only graceful but also comfortable, and it was the most influential piece of furniture to be introduced by Greek culture. It appears that no other culture had influence on the design of this chair, which was rare even back then when cultures were ‘borrowing’ ideas and tweaking them in order to take credit for their design or invention.

This classic design was later revived and influenced the designers of the Directoire, Empire, Regency, Duncan Phyfe and even 20th-century design styles. The mere form of the chair requires little or no decoration to enhance its pedigree, even though at times the ‘lily was gilded.’

With a curved backboard and curved legs, the flow of the line appears continuous. Generally, a broad splat runs down the back of the chair, balanced by narrow stiles on the side. Mortise-and-tenon joinery was often used for seamless appearance.

Early examples had woven leather seats or animal hides. Thanks to their light weight, the chairs could be transported from space to space.

TO USE TODAY: ➨HOW The form of this piece is timeless

and works beautifully in either a traditional or contemporary setting.

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10490 Ladue Road | $1,795,000 Over $2,300,000 in this Estate residence; a completely renovated showcase with modern look and feel. Ladue schools. Terrazzo, arches, custom ironwork and period millwork. Contemporary sophistication; museum lighting.

Luxe Master suite. Guest House.

Proud to be Locally Owned and Operated Since 1936

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NeW LISTINGS 13 oakLeIGh LaNe | $1,199,000 Great value in one of Ladue’s most sought after lanes! This 4+bedrooms, 4 bath home sits on almost 1 professionally landscape acre with pool and beautiful patio. Eat-in kitchen, gracious entry with formal dining room and living room, partially finished basement and much more!

4443 PeRShING | $425,000 Fabulous investment opportunity. 4 - 1 bdrm units with FR, separate DR and Kitchen. Incredible location close to all that the CWE has to offer!

CoMING SooN ! 9445 oLd BoNhoMMe | $737,500 Elegant and updated ranch. 3 beds/5 baths, 5 garage spaces, in-ground pool and a separate apartment . Secluded and private with 1.4 acres in Ladue Schools. ! 19 RIdGe CReST dRIve | $455,000 Beautiful home in the popular River Bend Estates. 5 beds/3.5 BA. Over an acre with spectacular views.

CLaYToN/RIChMoNd heIGhTS 4 BReNTMooR PaRk | $2,990,000 Gorgeous Georgian-style home on 1.5+ acres. Impeccably manicured lawn, pool, carriage house, greenhouse, much more!

35 BReNTMooR PaRk | $2,229,000 Architectural masterpiece, grand staircase, updated kitchen and baths. Pool, carriage house, 3-car garage.

26 SouThMooR dRIve | $989,000 Stately 2.5-story on sought after Clayton street. Large yard with pool. 6BR/4.5BA.

Ladue/fRoNTeNaC 2 uPPeR WaRSoN Road | $3,720,000 5 years new. Colorado-inspired 5BR/8BA/9,200SF TLA. Understated elegance. Finished walk-out LL to pool, spa.

Backs to wooded 3.6 acres.

9 TeRRaCe GaRdeNS | $3,300,000 Stunning Green-Built smarthome in Ladue School District. Nothing missing in this fabulous almost new unparalleled custom estate home. 5BR/9BA/11,000+ TSF. 14 oveRhILLS dRIve | $2,295,000 Extraordinary French manse on 3 exceptionally private, manicured acres PebbleTec pool. 5BR/4.5BA/7,200SF. 61 BRIaRCLIff | $1,089,000 Two-story home on corner lot. Updated kitchen, finished lower level, pool.

5BR/4 full, 2 half baths.

245 N. PRICe Road | $949,900 19-year-old 4BR/4BA 3,900+SF home on private .7-acre lot. Open floor plan, main floor master, separate office, gorgeous backyard and more!

9119 CLaYToN Road | $939,500 Magnificent setting in Ladue on 1 acre.

Expansive circle drive & parking court.

Fully improved, restored w/exceptional master suite. 4BR/4BA/4,600SF. 15 CLeRMoNT LaNe | $899,000 English cottage in the heart of Ladue with amazing gardens. Renovated kitchen.

Updated main level mastersuite. 4BR/3.5BA. 9 doGWood LaNe | $749,000 A unique major renovation makes this Ladue modern home one-of-a-kind. Expansive addition opened the kitchen and living rooms and created an oversized master bathroom.

3 The PRado | $625,000 Great price in desirable La Hacienda for this stately traditional brick 4 bedroom 3-1/2 bath home with center hall plan.

7 TReeBRook LaNe | $499,000 Charming 3BR/2.5 BA home on sought- after Ladue cul-de-sac with beautiful patio/yard and attached 3-car garage.

15 GLeN CReek | $479,900 Add personal touches to this ranch in the heart of Ladue or build on desirable lane with many newer homes.

304 NoRTh LINdBeRGh BLvd | $400,000 Residential building site over 1 acre in the desirable top-rated Ladue school district.

uNIveRSITY CITY 8717 TeaSdaLe aveNue | $399,900 All one-level living with one-car attached garage and fenced in yard. 3 BR/2.5 BA

huNTLeIGh 30 huNTLeIGh WoodS | $1,899,000 With a majestic park-like setting, this beautiful home boasts 5 bedrooms and 7 baths, all on 3+ acres in Ladue schools.

Meticulously maintained, finished lower level, pool, pool house and much more.

CheSTeRfIeLd/BaLLWIN 494 BRIGhTSPuR | $219,000 3BR/2BA spacious ranch with beautiful backyard with two private patios.

Located on quiet cul-de-sac.

oakvILLe/MehLvILLe 4403 CaRRIaGe TRaCe dR. | $265,000 4 BR/3.5 BA home with a stunning new season room overlooking backyard.

Finished basement w/ 3-car garage.

CReve CoeuR $ 47 WILLIaMSBuRG Road | $2,250,000.

Country French manse. 1.2 acres, main floor master, Viking kitchen, Saltwater pool. 6BR/9BA.

oLIveTTe/MaRYLaNd heIGhTS 11 BoN aIRe | $488,000 Intriguing mid-century ranch on a half an acre in the Ladue school district. 3 BR/3.5 BA/3,000SF.

ToWN & CouNTRY #6 GLaIZevIeW Road | $805,000 Fabulous opportunity to build on 2.66 private acres in Town & Country. Price includes Dick Busch architectural plans.

kIRkWood/deS PeReS 4 ToPPING LaNe | $1,399,000 Newer Luxury home convenient to best shopping, restaurants, theaters & highways.

Steps to Edward Jones World headquarters and major hospitals. $500,000 in improvements. Impeccable 1.5 story property.

Over 7,600 SF total living areas.

BReNTWood $ 8743 White avenue | $199,900 3 BR/1 BA home with impressive back patio and finished basement in the heart of Brentwood.

CoNdoS/ToWNhoMeS 40 BRIGhToN WaY, 2S | $625,000 Fabulous light filled Clayton condo in newer building desirably located near Shaw Park! Secure entry, elevator, 2BR/2BA, neutral decor, 2 balconies, 2 parking spaces in garage 622 foReST CouRT, #1C | $619,000 Luxury 2BR/2BA first floor condo.

Expansive private terrace.

200 S. BReNTWood, 17C | $245,000 Stunning views with dramatic vistas and sunsets over Shaw Park from this westfacing unit, high up on the 17th floor of Clayton’s standard, The Park Tower.

950 e Rue de La BaNque, uNIT L3 | $132,000 Wonderfully updated unit features an open concept! New kitchen with stainless appliances, granite counter tops, 2br/2ba.

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‘Deep Purple’ Mustard Greens

‘Lilliput’ Melon

‘Peppermint’ Swiss Chard

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by p. allen smith photos by jane colclasure & mark fonville Containers:

You can sow seeds in almost any container you have on hand: plastic or clay pots, peat pellets or even egg cartons, cut-off milk cartons or plastic jugs. Wash containers thoroughly in soapy water and disinfect them in a solution of one part bleach and nine parts water beforehand.

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Soil:

It’s best to use loose, fertile, disease-free soil for seed starting.

I recommend the packaged potting soil—it works well and is super easy to work with.

Timing:

Spring is just around the corner, but if you’re like me, cabin fever has already set in and you are counting down the days until you can get back into the garden.

Seed starting is a great way to get a jump on your garden plans and keep your green thumb busy during that last, seemingly endless, winter period. Here are just a few things you need to know before digging in …

Gauge the approximate time when your climate will have its last frost.

After you determine the last frost date, check the back of your seed packets to find out how long each variety will take to germinate. Mark the last frost date on a calendar, then count back the number of weeks needed for germination. That is the date to start the seeds. Seedlings will be ready to transplant into larger individual containers when they gain their first set of true leaves.

Temperature:

Soil temperature is critical when seed starting. Soil that is too cool halts germination. Aim for soil around 75 degrees until the seedlings have emerged. To maintain this temperature, I use an electric grow mat under my trays. There are many online sources for these, and they start at around $20. The air temperature in the seed starting room should be between 70 and 75 degrees during the day, and no cooler than 60 to 65 degrees at night.

Water and Light:

Once your seeds are planted, water the soil gently until liquid drains from the bottom of the container.

Cover the soil surface with plastic until the first seeds begin to sprout. Once the seedlings emerge, remove the plastic cover and move containers into the light.

410 North Newstead, Unit 9S CWE $395,000

7728 Shirley Drive, Unit 2E Clayton $275,000

2477 Indian Tree Circle Wildwood $439,900

7512 Balson Avenue University City $317,500

7564 Wydown Boulevard, Unit 1A NEW PRICE Clayton $309,900

New LIstINgs 10 COUNTRYSIDE LANE, Ladue schools. Charming and extensively renovated New england style home with 5 bedrooms and 4.5 baths. 3-car garage. $1,389,000.

Open 2/21, 1-3 PM 5 FARON HILL ROAD, Ladue schools. Modern yet classic 1.5-story on private lane with 4+ bedrooms, 4.5 baths, new kitchen and finished walk-out lower level. $1,245,000. Open 2/21, 1-3 PM 710 S. HANLEY, UNIT 11B, Clayton. 11th floor unit features updated bathroom and a spacious kitchen with custom cabinetry, granite countertops, and a center island. $375,000 23 NORTH BOYLE, CWE. Inviting townhome offers an open floor plan with great entertaining areas but enough space that privacy is also plentiful. 2 bedroom/2.5 bath. $259,993 2635 LIBERTY GARDENS DRIVE, Florissant. From your covered front porch to the white vinyl fenced back yard, you will be delighted with all the upgrades this home has to offer! $89,900

LuxuryCollection

1071 Keystone Trail Wildwood $410,000

2 GLEN CREEK, Ladue.

$1,795,000

1071 KEYSTONE TRAIL, wildwood.

$410,000

48 PORTLAND PLACE, Cwe.

$1,695,000

7457 CORNELL AVENUE, university City.

$318,000

2 LOG CABIN DRIVE, Ladue.

$1,695,000

8700 WHITE AVENUE, Brentwood.

$268,500

215 SOUTH WARSON ROAD, Ladue.

$1,495,000

7251 SPRING WATER COURT, oakville.

$179,000

30 PORTLAND PLACE, CWE.

$1,295,000

14790 SUGARWOOD TRAIL, Chesterfield.

$1,249,000

9052 CLAYTON ROAD, TBB, Richmond Heights.

$1,100,000

729 HIGHWAY H, troy.

$1,095,000

800 S. HANLEY ROAD, UNIT 4E, Clayton.

$949,000

750 SOUTH PRICE ROAD, Ladue.

$1,089,000

CondomInIum/VILLA HomES

201 KENDALL BLUFF COURT, Chesterfield.

$749,900

1516 SHEPARD ROAD, wildwood.

$875,000

622 FOREST COURT, UNIT 2C, Clayton.

$675,000

8 RIO VISTA, Ladue.

$869,000

710 SOUTH HANLEY ROAD, 18C, Clayton.

$599,000

28 VOUGA LANE, Frontenac.

$850,000

710 SOUTH HANLEY, UNIT 10A, Clayton.

$464,900

798 BORDEAUX CIRCLE, st. Albans.

$450,000

410 NORTH NEWSTEAD, UNIT 9S, Cwe.

$395,000

710 S. HANLEY ROAD, UNIT 10D, Clayton.

$329,500

7512 BALSON AVENUE, university City.

$317,500

8160 WHITBURN DRIVE, Clayton.

$850,000

108 CLUB CREEK COURT, st. Albans.

$850,000

369 MERLOT LANE, st. Albans.

$849,000

2192 WHITE LANE, Chesterfield.

$829,000

21 BERKLEY LANE, Ladue.

$809,000

11 HACIENDA, Ladue.

$785,000

ResIdeNtIAL HoMes

9847 LITzSINGER ROAD, Ladue.

$6,650,000

9 WILLOW HILL, Ladue.

$749,000

2 FORDYCE LANE, Ladue.

$2,650,000

4585 AUSTIN KNOLL COURT, st. Charles.

$665,950

7564 WYDOWN BOULEVARD, UNIT 1A, Clayton.

$309,900

710 SOUTH HANLEY, UNIT 4D, Clayton.

$279,000

7728 SHIRLEY DRIVE, UNIT 2E, Clayton.

$275,000

4415 LACLEDE AVENUE, #3, CWE.

$239,000

6 MONARCH TRACE, UNIT 206, Chesterfield.

$195,000

1136 WASHINGTON, UNIT 210, st. Louis.

$175,000

9004 N. SWAN CIRCLE, Brentwood.

$135,000

19 CARRSWOLD DRIVE, Clayton.

$2,595,000

8 FOREST CLUB DRIVE, Clarkson Valley.

$659,000

26 ROCLARE LANE, Town & Country.

$2,499,000

545 GASCONY WAY, warson woods.

$479,500

BLUFFS OF ST. ALBANS, St. Albans.

$2,389,500

5 LADUE HILLS, Ladue schools.

$459,000

11 SHERWYN LANE, Creve Coeur.

$2,300,000

1616 DEARBORN, warson woods.

$449,000

1041 LAY ROAD, Ladue.

$1,965,000

2477 INDIAN TREE CIRCLE, wildwood.

$439,900

1 LITTLE LANE, Ladue.

$750,000

2 HOLIDAY LANE, Frontenac.

$1,799,000

15 COVINGTON LANE, Ladue Schools.

$429,000

18051 SHEPARD RIDGE, Wildwood.

$662,900

visit us open Sunday, February 21st 2 LOG CABIN DRIVE, Ladue. $1,695,000.

1-3 PM

10 COUNTRYSIDE LANE, Frontenac. $1,389,000. 1-3 PM 5 FARON HILL ROAD, Creve Coeur. $1,245,000. 1-3 Pm 545 GASCONY WAY, warson woods. $479,500. 1-3 PM 7457 CORNELL AVE., university City. $318,000. 1-3 PM 7251 SPRING WATER CT., oakville. $179,000.

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We are pleased to announce Lisa Mullen has joined our firm.

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homework] Dear Homework,

We love our urban neighborhood and are currently renovating the interior of our almost 100-year-old, four-square limestone home. Next on our agenda is updating the exterior and landscaping. The lawn’s steep slope on both sides makes mowing a challenge. An ailing sycamore that sits on the curb is slated to be removed.

We are considering adding a retaining wall but would love your suggestions on how to soften some of the heaviness of the home’s design and make lawn upkeep more manageable.

Sincerely, —Take the Edge Off

Dear Take the Edge Off,

I think I understand the intent behind your request, but I love the power and strength of the architecture of your home and would like to ‘complete it’ with landscaping, rather than soften it.

As you can see in my revision sketch, I have leveled out the lawn using a two-tiered stone retaining wall and removed the existing street tree, replacing it with two new trees aligned with the main ground-floor windows. Pink dogwoods at the corners of the lawn add color, but don’t block the façade. Flower pots at the steps and terrace add detail.

This now has even more stone and formality than before, but by distributing the plantings to the edges and by having a hierarchy of plants (ground covers to hedges to trees), I think we now have a visually harmonious scheme that is much more welcoming, yet still strong.

Thanks for asking, —Homework

Homework is penned by Paul Doerner, Founding Partner of the Lawrence Group. if you would like your home critiqued, contact us at homework@townandstyle.com. follow us online.

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[ 63011 ] 27 Meadowbrook Country Club Estates | $575,000 | 1-3 p.m.

314.725.0009 | dielmannsothebysrealty.com

[ 63025 ] 161 Stuart Lane | $549,900 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.569.1177 | lauramccarthy.com

[ 63105 ] 24 Wydown Terrace | $1,095,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.725.0009 | dielmannsothebysrealty.com

[ 63108 ] 5228 Westminster Place | $759,000 | 2-4 p.m. | 314.725.5100 | lauramccarthy.com

545 Gascony Way | $457,500 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com

[ 63124 ] 2 Log Cabin Drive | $1,695,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com

[ 63129 ] 7251 Spring Water Court | $179,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com

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[ 63131 ] 10 Countryside Lane | $1,389,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com 1875 Candlewick Drive | $675,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.725.5100 | lauramccarthy.com

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5 Faron Hill Road | $1,245,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.997.4800 | janetmcafee.com 14 Beacon Hill Lane | $523,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.569.1177 | lauramccarthy.com

[ 63376 ] 139 Berry Manor Circle | $315,000 | 1-3 p.m. | 314.725.5100 | lauramccarthy.com

With the spring real estate market about to burst into full bloom,

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Ask Larry to review pricing strategies and the incomparable luxury marketing capabilities of Janet McAfee Real Estate.

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Renowned

Experience and sales achievement combine to solidify Julie Lane’s luxury agent reputation.

Luxury leader Janet McAfee Real Estate believes success is a journey and reputation is earned from achievement and integrity.

Such is the path for 2015 Top Agent Julie Lane. Since joining Janet McAfee eight years ago, Julie is one of the firm’s elite agents and a leading luxury market performer.

Check out Julie’s performance by going to her website: janetmcafee.com/julielane and click on the EXPERIENCE tab. It’s an in-depth analysis of her listing acumen and impressive sales achievement.

After you check out her qualifications, contact Julie for a complimentary consultation and the finest professional real estate representation.

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Thanks to all my friends and clients for making 2015 another great year and helping me to accomplish over $96 million in lifetime sales.

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Talks about the spring Real Estate market...

“STATISTICS SHOW that more homes sell in the spring and summer months than any other time of year.* I often wonder why this is? Is it the cyclical nature of people’s lifestyles? School, work, etc., may offer more time for a move in these months. Another dynamic which I consider very important when selling a property is presentation. Of course everything looks better in the spring time! Once the hostas have bloomed and the pool is open there is a renewed energy. Another great way to capitalize on this is a professional listing consultation. Every detail counts from proper staging, presentation and lighting to dynamic and story-telling photography. In my professional experience, the spring is a wonderful time to sell your home and find your next. Feel free to call me at 314.800.4755 to discuss a spring time real estate strategy.”

Proud to be Locally Owned and Operated Since 1936 Gladysmanion.com | 314.721.4755 *Statistics based on St. Louis MLS sales 2010-2014 of residential properties closed $400,000-$2,000,000. february 17, 2016 | townandstyle.com

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New Listing!

7038 Lindell Boulevard

$469,000

A restored home of refined style

and exquisite architectural detail will impress you as soon as you walk through the front door! This 1920s University City home is a picture of the past with comforts of the present. Designed by one of St. Louis’ preeminent architects of the time, Maritz & Young. The sunken living room with large picture window, built-ins flanking the wood burning fireplace, and arched doorway open to the formal dining room with picture moldings. Designed for efficiency, the white kitchen includes a breakfast bar and SS appliances. A south-facing, light-filled family room overlooking the beautifully landscaped back yard. A 1/2 bath completes the first floor.

Large master bedroom with 2 closets, 3 additional bedrooms with beautiful moldings and a large hall bath complete the second floor. Hardwood floors throughout. 2 car garage. Walk to Washington University, metro and downtown Clayton.

please call SaBrina roBB

@ 314.677.6490

www.robbpartners.com 10936 Manchester Rd. • St. Louis • 63122

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COMinG SOON An Exquisite ten acre Estate 4 Slate River Way

Gracing the rolling hills of St. Charles County is the exclusive equestrian compound of Slate River Way. Thoughtfully designed and beautifully crafted, an elegant main house, separate guest quarters, pool house and equestrian center meld to create an unrivaled, gated retreat on just over 10 acres. Architectural details are prevalent throughout, as each space exudes a combination of quality and sophistication. Recreation enthusiasts will appreciate the multitude of available options for both indoor and outdoor entertainment.

4SlateRiverWay.com

Offered at $3,900,000 • • • •

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Saltwater Fishtanks Wine Cellar Elevator Paved Trail

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Sport Court Riding Arena Barn Heated Garage

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200 s hanley road | clayton, mo. 63105 | office: 314-932-5646 | upperendproperties.com

The home you’ve always desired...

18 BRENTMOOR PARK | CLAYTON, MO 63105 | $2,399,000 This gorgeous historic home sits on a lavish and lush 1.6 acres. Dramatic architectural details are featured throughout and include a spectacular circular entry, wrought iron staircase, stained/leaded glass windows, terrazzo, and in-laid marble floors. A bonus? The picturesque backyard oasis setting, complete with a pool! Picture the elegant indoor and outdoor entertaining opportunities this home has to offer.

Tom Zupon of RedKey Realty Leaders St. Louis stands ready to assist you in buying this home—the home you’ve always desired.

314-330-4071 | tom@redkeystlouis.com

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Estate Sales

Need Accounting Services?

Heritage Estate Sales, LLC

Our Firm Focuses On Your Small or Mid-Sized Business & Family Full-Service So You Have Time To Focus On What’s Important To You Call Us at 314-888-9621 www.TomDunnCPA.com

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Professional & Experienced Thorough, deep & detailed cleaning, plus we’ll grocery shop & do laundry! Green products available.

Excellent references. Insured.

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Bright Cleaning Specialist We Specialize in Chandelier Cleaning

Cleaning, Repairs, Drainage Solutions, Screen Installation & Window Cleaning Professional, Reliable & Insured No Mess Left Behind • Free Estimates Contact Tony 314-413-2888 thegutterguy-stl@hotmail.com

Hauling Got Trash?

Call Rod; For Entire House Cleanout, Yard Waste Removal, Appliances, Hoarding Situations & More.

Reasonable Prices. Same Day Service.

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JSD Estate Buyers

WE BUY GOLD!!!

Also Jewelry, Diamonds & Colored Stones We will separate your real from costume.

Immediate payment since 1976.

Call Jamie at 314-997-1707 A division of Albarre’ Jewelry

Yue Ma has been practicing in STL for 17 yrs. (formerly at JCC for 14 yrs) She believes natural healing & deep relaxation follow her philosophy“Our body is like a river; all is connected.”

Tree Pruning & Removal, Plant Healthcare Program, Deadwooding, Stump Grinding, Deep Root Fertilization, Cabling & Storm Cleanup

Piano Tuning MCGREEVY PIANO

Home Improvement

HELPING YOUR LOVED ONES

Tune Out Those Winter Blues!

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Tree service professionals

Trimming • Deadwooding Reduction • Removals Stump grinding • Year round service • Fully insured Contact Michael Baumann for a free estimate & property inspection at 636-375-2812 You’ll be glad you called!

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Estate Buying

Complete Tree Service for Residential & Commercial

Cary Semsar ISA Board Certified Master Arborist OH-5130B Free Estimate, Fully Insured Call 314-426-2911 www.buntonmeyerstl.com

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Insured and Free Estimates.

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Tree Services

“Helping people remain independent & safe at home.”

THE GUTTER GUY

Family Owned & Operated Since 1983

Painting M & M Custom Painting

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Also, Warehouse, Business & Storage LockerLeftovers!

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Technology Services

Rotted Wood, Painting, Tile, Drywall, Floors, Electrical, Carpentry, Plumbing.

Insured. Free Est. 37 Years Experience.

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Lawn & Garden A Way Without Worries Gardening and Landscaping, LLC Premier landscaping company serving west county for over 15 yrs.

Design - Installation - Maintenance Fully insured/Free Estimates/Ref’s.

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Call or Text to 314-520-5222 Lowest Prices in town!

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