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from the publisher Dear Reader Friend, I am kicking up my heels and proudly wearing my red shoes, and I wouldn't have it any other way! It is almost spring (my favorite season), I can hardly wait for the newness that will unfold. It was such a looong election year and now I am embracing my next steps and invite you to join me. Together let's "pump" it up, one day at a time! To those committed to being the change you want to see in Loudoun and beyond: spring forward and get it done. One person can make a difference, will YOU be that ONE? Our contributors including Cover WOMAN Donna M. Ivey started with ONE. Some 25 years later, she and her family are making a difference for the ONE who matters most in the eyes of her families served. Learn more about the I-CARE Family Affair that was created with "One" thought. (Page 19)
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SottoPelle’s unique hormone replacement therapy relies on science, not guesswork. Our pellet therapy incorporates many features that other hormone replacement methods lack, even other pellet therapies.
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Dr. Coleman graduated from medical school in 1984 and has been in practice for over 25 years. She is interested in a comprehensive care model to care for the “Total Patient.” Other Practices promote Warehouse Medicine... NOT HERE! Dr. Coleman will give you the personal touch. She likes to know about the events in your life that contribute to your health. She has a special interest in Diabetes, Hypertension and Woman’s Health. Dr. Coleman is always trying to think of innovative ways to promote your health and wellness. Dr. Coleman is a proud mother and lives in Loudoun County with her son, who plays football for one of our local schools. In addition, she participates in several volunteer organizations that support the community and is an avid Buckeye Fan. Practice Philosophy – “My goal is to give the best medical care possible. Honest and open communication is paramount. There have been many advances in medical technology and treatment, however, the patient is always a person first. They all have the need and right to be treated with dignity, respect and compassion.”
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WOMAN to WOMAN Has Anyone Here Seen My Sex Drive? By Dr. Gloria Ivey-Crowe
lthough women aren’t usually out asking to find theirs, many a partner is asking that questions to themselves. This question however, applies to both men and women. Your libido or desire for sex is affected by emotional, spiritual, physical, psychological factors. Some of these factors affected your libido indirectly and directly while in the womb.
"Intelligence is a turn-on for most persons of either sex. So a good place to start." So really what stars have to line up for you to be ready to go at a moment’s notice. Well, for females and I’m sure Steve Harvey has hit on it in one of his books, most women don’t just respond at the drop of the hat or dare
"We are emotional beings 99% of the time and require some emotional stage setting. . ." I say draws, pants, boxers or whatever. We are emotional beings 99% of the time and require some emotional stage setting before the flame is put on simmer. We want to be stroked psychologically, emotionally and physically. Intelligence is a turn-on for most persons of either sex. So a good place to start. Making that person feel special on a regular basis and doing nice things “just because I love you” and not because its a birthday or anniversary gets brownie points too. But whoa, wait a minute before we get to this point you’ve got to remember that my upbringing, my parents, my surrounds, all that and a bag of chips impacted me in ways that I may not even recognize. For those of us who are not MILLENNIAL but BABY BOOMERs where we were raised and by whom most definitely
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". . . how many grew up thinking it was dirty and didn’t say the work sex until well into adulthood." affected our desires. Being exposed to theology as a Baptist, Pentecostal, Catholic, Lutheran, Muslim shaped our first views on our body as well as intimacy or the lack thereof. Just think if our parents found it hard to talk about our body parts, our menstrual cycles, any discussion was taboo. Thus how many grew up thinking it was dirty and didn’t say the work sex until well into adulthood. “Intercourse” sounded cleaner right? So being raised with a moral compass from the South, everything was planned, missionary position and no exploration of anything else was done. Men were the aggressors and women were docile and waited to be told when the man was ready. Keeps your libido in check uh . . . Men had porn magazines and videos; women had . . . I don’t know besides the ones who were considered “ladie of the night” nobody else had any real experience to compare. If you were on your cycle that gave you an excuse not to and pregnancy gave you an excuse not to as well. For those who didn’t like their bodies and who felt ugly inside and out, no doubt they wouldn’t be having any fuel to light the fire. But truly how one thinks plays such a vital role in their perception of life and others. There are people who are considered h yposexual. There is no real desire for sexual activity at all. As opposed to the person who is hypersexual; who desires sex all the time. Both can be disorders affecting a person in their early years and becomes more problematic when they are in more serious relationships. Low libido is not considered hyposexual but a decrease desire which in most cases can be altered by solving the underlying problem. educate. empower. inspire. inform.
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What’s Your Problem? • Pregnancy • Childbirth (Scars, Discomfort, Laxity) • Low Testosterone • Fatigue • Sleep Deprivation • Mood Disorders: Depression, Anger, Anxiety • Medications • High Blood Pressure • Diabetes • Menopause (Vaginal Dryness, Itching, Urinary Frequency) • Ptsd (Molestation, Abuse) • Overworked • Stressful Home Situation
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Dr. Gloria Ivey-Crowe received her M.D. degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine and did her residency training in Obstetrics & Gynecology at Georgetown University Hospital. Dr Ivey-Crowe is the owner of Women Physicians of Northern Virginia, an all female medical team, with an office in Reston and Ashburn, VA. Dr. Ivey-Crowe has three children. In her spare time she enjoys needlecraft and reading.
Remedies For many of these, lifestyle changes and modifications are easy remedies. But for many easier said than done. For low hormones, supplementing hormones with creams, gels, or pellets will do the trick. For those factors that affect our psyche they will require the help of a therapist along with medications. For the menopausal women the discomfort she experiences can be remedied with the use of lasers (THERMIVA or MONA LISA). Three monthly 15-30 minute sessions, I say worth their weight in gold. The p ink pillwas a bust and not helpful for the average women. It may prove helpful for the hyposexual arousal disorder person but not most low libido patients. However, the b lue pillalong with Cialis has served the men well. So many women come to their appointments and I ask how’s your sex life. The non verbal speaks way before words come out of their mouths. I say he didn’t sign up to end having pleasurable time with his wife in her 40s and up. Haven’t you guys heard that STDS are highest in nursing homes among the elderly. Somebody is doing something? Men what are you willing to pay for themselves upwards of $100s of dollars if it will get them back in the game. Women are willing to just let it ride, do nothing and go to sleep Ladies why not invest in you and give us a call to see how we can help. Sounds like a lot to maneuver around but YOU’RE WORTH IT!!!
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fter a long winter of reduced activity or inactivity, you might be tempted to get outside and train as soon as the weather improves. You may also be tempted to exercise at the same level you did at the end of the last season. But such enthusiasm often leads to early season injuries.
There's a lesson here: After you prepare your body for spring activities, then spend the warm-weather months healthy and active, don't let it all go to waste by hibernating next winter. Stay strong year round, so you don't have to start that exercise program all over again. You aren't competing, and you aren't burnt out yet. So just relax and enjoy your activity.
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usion Academy will open campuses in Loudoun, VA and Rockville MD In September 2017, in addition to their Alexandria VA, Washington DC, and Tysons Corner VA existing campuses
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Fusion is a revolutionary learning community that builds personal relationships and customized education solutions for every student. Serving grades 6 through 12, Fusion’s individualized teaching methodology unlocks students’ academic potential while also creating opportunities for emotional and social growth. Following the successful opening of three campuses in the D.C.-metro area last year, Fusion is expanding with fourth and fifth local campuses to meet the increased demand for high-quality and unique educational options.
ing social and learning differences, highly gifted and twice exceptional students, and students and families who benefit from flexible scheduling.”
“One-to-one, relationship-based teaching echoes the way we have educated our next generation of students throughout most of human history,” said Jeremiah Hakundy, Head of School at Fusion Tysons. “It seems revolutionary by today’s standards, but it’s also the most natural way to educate. We can precisely meet students of all capabilities where they are currently, as well as provide truly individualized instruction with meaningful connections, support, and genuine understanding. We are able to catch students up on content, accelerate to the next level, and foster a nurturing and successful environment for students for whom the traditional classroom is holding them back for whatever reason—includ-
Tysons campus is led by Jeremiah Hakundy, a Harvard graduate and experienced teacher and education administrator.
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The Alexandria location is led by Lori Lankford, a University of Tennessee graduate and experienced education administrator. Lori’s passion is developing, implementing, and supporting programs that provide exceptional academics and a well-rounded educational experience.
Fusion offers flexible scheduling to meet the growing demands students face outside of school. At Fusion, homework is completed in the Homework Café® on campus, and no work goes home at the end of the school day. This enables students to spend quality time with family and friends while simultaneously making sure they receive the instructional support they require to complete assignments. “Having worked with adolescents for almost a decade in both educational and
therapeutic settings, I have witnessed firsthand how focusing on individuals’ strengths and contributions leads to students’ emotional and academic success,” said Rachel Bailey, parenting specialist and consultant. “Fusion’s emphasis on respect-based teacher-student relationships, as well recognizing each student’s unique qualities is refreshing, and I am confident that it will be effective in helping many students meet their potential. I am excited to see a variety of learners in our area benefit from their presence in our community.” The Fusion Loudoun campus will be located at 19307 Promenade Drive, Leesburg VA 20176. Fusion Academy was founded in San Diego, CA, more than 20 years ago out of frustration with the status quo in traditional K-12 schools. Fusion’s one-student-to-one-teacher model proved to unlock academic potential while opening opportunities for emotional and social growth. To enroll your child at Fusion today, or for more information, visit www.FusionAcademy.com or call (855) 826-4355 to speak with someone regarding the Loudoun campus. educate. empower. inspire. inform.
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The Top 6 Most Common College Funding Mistakes Made by Parents By Luanne Lee, CCPRS, Your College Planning Coach 1. Misunderstanding Your EFC The Expected Family Contribution (EFC) is the portion of your family’s income and assets that the government expects you to cover out of pocket each year before financial aid kicks in. The EFC comes from filing an annual FAFSA, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Unless your student qualifies for Merit Scholarships, financial aid will only cover the costs leftover above and beyond your EFC. Many parents, when they learn what their family EFC will be, often ask if one parent should stop working to reduce the EFC. While it doesn’t make sense to earn less money to receive more financial aid, you can reduce the EFC considerably by structuring the family assets into accounts not counted on the FAFSA. Everyone should file the FAFSA! 2. Education Tax Breaks The Hope Scholarship and the Lifetime Learning Credit are substantial college funding tax benefits available to many middle-class Americans. These benefits, which come in the form of a tax deduction or tax credit, can put $1,500 to $2,000 back in your pocket at tax time. The key on qualifying for these benefits depends on how you paid for college tuition the year before. Unfortunately, many parents miss out on these credits or deductions by not understanding the strategies needed to take advantage of these credits and deductions. 3. Not Accepting the Federal Stafford Student Loans Every year in the spring and summer I receive calls from parents that start out: “Luanne, you don’t know me. Terri suggested we should call since you are probably the only person who could help us”. I dread these calls because I already know where this conversation is going. They have a child already in college. They have used up their personal resources to pay for college. They have just been turned down for the parent PLUS and private lender loans. They are looking for a miracle so their son or daughter won’t have to drop out of college. They usually have 2 other children at home who now have NO college funding since they used up their resources for the oldest child. The sad part is most of the time I find they turned down the offer of the Federal Student Loans. If they hadn’t turned down those loans they may have had enough resources left to finish paying for college. Why did they not accept those loans when offered on the student’s financial aid award? They didn’t want their child to have any student debt. What they failed to realize college costs have risen faster than most Americans
can keep up. None of us can save enough to fully pay for college anymore. The Federal student loan program helps parents and students finance a college education for a minimal interest rate and fairly reasonable terms. Plus, I am a firm believer our kids need to have some skin in this game of paying for college! 4. Underestimating Inflation According to the College Board, college costs increase on average 4-6% every year. Well over 500% since the 1980’s when you went to college! The average family can’t possibly save enough to fully fund a 4year university program anymore. With proper planning and time on your side you can take advantage of the other areas where you can save ON the cost of college that will help offset the never-ending creep of inflation. 5. Not Understanding Savings Options You can save money for college in many types of financial vehicles, from a simple savings account, checking account, CD’s, stocks, life insurance, annuities, real estate, Roth IRA, 529 plan, etc. Unfortunately, not all of these accounts are created equal. Some will count against you on the FAFSA, others have fees and expenses or taxable consequences. The first step in choosing the right vehicle to save for college is to understand your options. Know the pros and cons to find the right account for your family. When it comes to saving, there is no right or wrong way, there are just some accounts that will be more efficient than others. 6. Using Your Retirement Funds to Pay for College The biggest college planning mistake many parents make is using existing retirement funds to pay for college. Whether you take out a loan or cash in your retirement account either way you are setting yourself up for retirement failure. You may have extra fees, expenses, tax consequences and lost opportunity of compounding interest. Just remember, if you don’t have sufficient funds saved for college you have other alternatives. You can borrow for college, start at a 2year college and transfer, scholarships, military, trade school, etc. Once you are ready to retire the one thing you can’t do is to borrow for retirement! There are many other funding mistakes we could add to this list but we will run out of space. Don’t go into this most expensive time of your life with your head in the sand. Don’t follow the crowd. Know what options you have that will be right for your family.
About Luanne Lee Luanne Lee is a licensed College Planning Relief® specialist with over 20 years in business and personal financial services. Married to Jim for 40 years, she is a proud mother of two young adults, three grandchildren, 3 dogs and 2 cats and lives in Northern VA.
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Are you a Breast Cancer Survivor? IN THE BAG, Annual Fundraiser for the American Red Cross, Reaches $110,000 On November 4th, the IN THE BAG Steering Committee Women, held their 7th annual silent auction of designer purses benefitting The American Red Cross of the National Capital Region. One of the most distinguished philanthropic events held in the metropolitan area, and certainly the place to be, if handbags are one of your must-have accessories. The main focus of the women’s luncheon is a wonderful and dizzying array of handbags. This year the categories offered an astounding collection of purses categorized as Iconic-style, Kors In-style, Corporate & Urban-style and Vintage & Free-style. The silent auction of these purses brought in an amazing $47,860. It is impossible to forget the Chocolate Chanel bag offered as an ICON Drawing purse offering only 35 ticket at $100 each — a sell out! The incredible drawing packages offered a heart thumping chance to indulge in Monthly Restaurant Dinners, Sand Castles & Sunsets Get-a-way, or Home Sweet Home remodeling baskets. The generosity of the businesses and individuals donating these packages ultimately raised over $13,500 for the American Red Cross. Brenda Blisk and the Steering Committee wish to thank you — our primary supporters. This annual charitable event would not be possible without your support and commitment to making it a successful, ongoing fundraising effort to benefit families right here in our neighborhoods and around the United States. We are thrilled to let you know IN THE BAG netted over $110,000 — our best year! This could not have been achieved without your donations, and eagerness to bid for one — maybe two or three special handbags you just had to take home! Thank you for being there to support us, and most especially, extending your support to the American Red Cross.
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A Compassionate and Caring Leader “All of my kids have been W-2 employees of I-CARE since the age of 14. On their 14th birthday, they all received a birthday cake and a worker’s permit. I felt it was important for them to learn about healthcare, helping people and to learn different aspects of business ownership and management.” Since age 14, Donna M. Ivey has aspired to make a difference in the medical field, beginning as the President of The Explorers Program at the Medical College of Ohio. Inspired by her successful leadership of over 200 students in the program, she accelerated her education, graduating at the age of 16 and launching her college career in pre-med. At the same time, Donna worked as an administrator for a neurology group, learning firsthand about neurological issues like multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, traumatic brain injury, and strokes. It wasn’t long before Donna completed her degree, cum laude, in business administration “While gaining tremendous experience working with clients that neurological issues, I had no clue I would soon need this experience in my own personal life”
a clinical background in healthcare but she also has been the primary caregiver for loved ones. Donna’s love for helping people transcends her social and personal life. Her 35+ years of extensive healthcare experience has led her to provide consulting services for clients, family and friends. She is a leader in many civic, religions and community organizations, and speaks frequently about health insurance, ensuring clients safety at home and how family caregivers need to “breathe first,” allowing them to find happiness and rest so that they may be the best for their ill loved one. Despite all the titles Donna has: business owner, speaker, leader, Donna continues to believe that the titles of mother and wife have been the most important. “I couldn’t fathom having a career that wouldn’t allow me to have an active and engaging impact in the lives of my children from birth through adulthood. I love being a mother more than anything else in the world.”
In 1993, with three children and a husband who worked full-time, Donna opened up a home health care company with the mission in its name: I-CARE. Initially I-CARE provided supplemental staffing in the areas of physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy for homebound clients. After over 10 years of rehabilitation experience, I-CARE expanded, incorporating nursing and personal care assistance. Today, I-CARE provides care for individuals who need companionship, medication reminders, light meal preparation, light housekeeping, etc. I-CARE Inc., was established in 1993 with of a mission of restoring excellence in health care. I-CARE is a Virginia licensed home health care agency that provides home health nursing care service including personal care assistance and companion care. I-CARE has several added benefits including expert consulting services, home modifications and mobile salon & spa services for seniors and clients that are home bound. I-CARE is family owned and operated and was founded by Donna M. Ivey. Donna not only has virginia
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Tony and Donna are the proud parents of three young adults. Ashley, the oldest has two siblings - Anthony Jr and April. All have all been a part of growing the family business. “My mom believed so much in education and instilled independence in us. During summers, when she was working at home, we had the option of either playing outside or watching TV. If we chose the “watch TV” option, we had to write a paragraph summary of what the show was about. It didn’t matter what cartoon it was, we had to write. I’m convinced that is one of the reasons why I love to write to this day. “ By the time Ashley was ready for college, she was taking five college level courses, two languages and was well on her way to her dream school, the University of Miami. In February of her senior year of high school, she was diagnosed with and became disabled by a severe form of Multiple sclerosis. Three years after her diagnosis she had endured over 70 hospitalizations, various medications and treatments and tremendous symptoms and disability with the disease. “I remember a doctor leaning over my bed and saying to my mom, ‘Ma’am I’m sorry but there is nothing more we can do.’ He said this while I was unable to walk on my own, unable to see in my left eye and could not pick up anything in my right hand. He said this while I had been in the hospital for months, hoping and praying that I would recover. Despite what he said, I was never going to give up.” During some of the roughest times with MS, Ashley’s mother sought ways of making Ashley
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feel better. One time Ashley came home from the hospital her parents surprised her with a nail technician who provided her a full manicure and pedicure spa treatment. This gift meant the world to Ashley in her time of need. Despite the disability and MS relapses, Ashley continued her education with hard work and dedication. At first as an English major, then finishing up in a physical therapist assistant program, graduating with honors. At the end of 2014, Ashley started her own business, “In the Nick of Time: The Elite Mobile Salon & Spa.” Ashley’s business provides salon and spa services to clients at their location (homes, offices, hospitals, hotels, events etc.). In the Nick of Time and I-CARE work hand in hand, gifting full time I-CARE clients complimentary salon & spa services once a month. “I wanted to share this with others that would like to feel and look great but for whatever reason have limitations (time, availability, disability etc.) may not be able to conform to the regular spa environment. These services are very close to my heart since I have received them. I personally understand the impact feeling and looking great has on a person’s life, and that sometimes they can be received right when you TM need them, just In the Nick of Time.”
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Ashley Ivey Askew is a licensed physical therapist assistant who has been working administratively and/or clinically for I-CARE since 2000. She also has contributed to I-CARE by hosting a series of healthy living seminars that clients and others find very useful in understanding how to achieve and maintain optimal health. educate. empower. inspire. inform.
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Project Manager TONY IVEY SR. VICE PRESIDENT/ DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
Tony Ivey serves as the Vice President and director of operations for I-CARE, Inc. He moved to the Northern Virginia area in 1987 after graduating from Oklahoma State University with a B.S. in Engineering Technology. In 1993, Tony, a project manager by trade, took some time off from his management responsibilities in the private sector to assist I-CARE in documenting compliance to state regulations that allowed the company to become a licensed home health organization in Virginia. Throughout the 90s, Tony continued to help Donna establish and manage I-CARE while still working in his field outside of the home. When Donna decided to create a home office, Tony constructed and created a beautiful office out of their large basement suitable to fit 3-4 employees. Tony has also constructed custom assistive devices for clients. Donna saw the talented attributes Tony had, and asked him to come work for I-CARE full time in 2002. Tony not only brought his construction management background, but also his financial, human resource and organizational skills.
In 2004 when Tony, & Donna’s daughter became physically disabled with Multiple Sclerosis, Tony transformed their living room into her bedroom. There, she would have enough room to navigate her wheelchair and other assistive devices. Tony understood it was also important to have Ashley on the first level of their home for safety reasons. Later, he worked with contractors to install a chair lift in their home so that Ashley had the option of going up stairs, as well as ramps to make transporting Ashley easier. Utilizing his medical experience from I-CARE, Tony was able to expertly help his two parents who Alzheimer’s. Tony realized his skills and experience could be used to help clients who wanted to stay at their home safely. Tony also provides livability safety assessments for clients. Homebound clients request his services when they need a trustworthy person to install stair lifts, shower benches, ramps and home additions that allow clients to stay in their home. Tony vets all contractors and manages the entire project, ensuring all clients needs are met.
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A Caregiver Near You NEEDS HELP
Get plenty of rest. Eat right. See your doctor regularly. Take a vacation. All excellent suggestions. When caring for my father-in-law in our home for seven years I longed to follow that advice. I simply couldn’t figure out how I could add more to my nearly impossible list of things to do. When I was a new mom I walked around in a sleep deprived daze, my hair uncombed, teeth not brushed until late in the day. My clothes were often wrinkled and spotted with unidentifiable bits of stuff. I felt like crying much of the time.
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cycle is reversed, adults become more and more dependent and caregiving often last for many years. Sleepless nights, hours long feedings, frequent changes of bedding and adult diapers, and tantrums become daily occurrences. There simply isn’t time to take care of oneself. Caregivers need help.
Maybe you asked what you could do to help and were told everything is fine. Yet, as she walked away, somewhere inside, you knew it wasn’t true. She was communicating her need through her absence from all the activities she once did or by the emails or text messages that no longer arrive in your inbox. Perhaps the last time you saw her in the grocery store there was a brief moment when she was fighting back tears.
Life was much different for the precious darlings in my care. She wants help, she simply doesn’t know how to ask for it. How Their tummies were full and their tiny sleepers were warm and do you request a good night’s sleep or a few moments to collect clean. I thanked God for bringing them into my life. Inevitably, your thoughts? How do you tell friends who are so busy with just as I was about to grab a bite to eat or sit down for a moment, their own families that you are lonely and wish they would stop a heart wrenching wail would ring through the house and all by for a visit? thought of caring for me disappeared. No one suggested I get plenty of rest, take a bubble bath, or If you know a caregiver, please don’t go on vacation. If they had I would ask if she needs help. Know that she r ve have laughed or cried, depending on does. y e t h d ing is f re tol e w ne the moment. Eventually things got ou Y better. The baby slept through the Before going to the store call and ask night and so did I. My infant became if you can pick up a few things. a toddler and while life remained Drop off a casserole now and then. hectic it became manageable. Offer to come by for an hour so she Replace the word mom with caregiver can take a hot shower without worry. and a loved one’s name for the infant Let her vent when she needs to. in the passage above and you get an Caregivers can become overwhelmed accurate picture of life for a caregiver. with doubt and guilt. Having a friend The difference is, for a caregiver, the listen and understand is priceless. virginia
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Make Your Man More Stylish By Lori Bowlin he assumption men are clueless on style isn't really all that true, at least not if you ask him. But we all know there is a strong likelihood the favorite guy in your life could use a few tips. Style doesn't have to be complicated, and guys don't have to be fashion-forward to dress well. If your guy is open to suggestions and willing to try something new, here are several ways to “up” his style.
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Separating or divorcing couples face major financial adjustments. Switching from a dualincome to a single-income household brings many financial challenges, with the biggest adjustment for women, who are likely to experience as much as a 30% decline in income. It’s not uncommon for one party in the family to manage the finances. Only 35% of women considered themselves the primary manager of finances for their households. This leaves women feeling vulnerable when negotiating their financial future. When emotions run high, people tend to make financial mistakes. After a divorce, most women become solely responsible for their earnings, savings, and retirement planning. This makes financial planning a critical step in the divorce process, especially during the construction of the settlement agreement.
Enter the divorce financial planner… Typically, if financial planning takes place at all, it’s after the divorce, when financial planners help individuals take stock of their finances and move forward. Divorce financial planning, however, takes place at the start of the process, when individuals first choose to go their separate ways. With early entry into the process, divorce financial planners can provide the comprehensive and accurate financial information necessary to reach a workable financial agreement. Uniquely qualified to make long-term virginia
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By: Dianne W. Nolin, CFP® financial projections, divorce financial planners integrate the methodology of financial planning directly into the divorce process. Since settlements are in large part financial, divorce financial planners can explain options, help set priorities and lead a client through the difficult choices and tradeoffs ahead.
Below is a checklist for organizing yourself and your finances to arrive at reasonable outcome: Gain a clear understanding of the current financial picture: Discuss and Prioritize Goals Create a New Household Budget Gain a clear understanding of the future financial picture: Estimate Future Earning Potentials Estimate Spousal Support Needs Estimate Career Training Cost and Time Horizon Project Retirement Needs Analyze Insurance Needs Focus on negotiating a fair and workable settlement: Minimize taxes and expenses Maximize marital assets Compare After-Tax Asset Sales Look at After-Tax Proposed Settlements Compare and Contrast Settlement Proposals Develop Alternate Settlement Proposals Understand the Division of Property
Divorce financial planning increases the accuracy of financial information so that both parties achieve workable settlements quicker and accept realistic lifestyle changes when necessary. Financial settlements achieved with the help of a financial planner are less prone to problem or error. Some say marriage is about love and divorce is about money. Certainly, a divorce has longranging financial implications. To minimize the “interruption”, empower yourself with preparation, financial education and sound advice from disciplined professionals uniquely qualified to support you throughout the process. Brenda Blisk, CFP® CEO of Blisk Financial Group | Senior Vice President of Spire Investment Partners Office: 703-748-5800 ext. 5823 Toll-Free: 800-262-3458 Fax: 703-748-1372 Brenda.Blisk@spireip.com Brenda Blisk is President, and owner of Blisk Financial Group. Brenda’s built a solid record of accomplishments and a reputation for excellence among the Blisk Financial Group clients and colleagues. An investment professional since 1986, Brenda is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER. She employs a comprehensive, client-focused approach to financial planning. Such discipline ensures the recommend programs embrace your goals, time frames and tolerance for market risk.
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Forgiveness Is The Key To Letting Go By Terrie Christine
Testimonials For years, I had health issues, spent a lot of money on doctors and felt stuck in my life. Once we started clearing up my past belief patterns, my health started improving on its own and my life took Your physical body can show signs of deterioration from you energetically “holding” on to past pain or anger. If your body shows signs of physical off on a different dimension. - Ivana Ticha, Washington, D.C. ave you told yourself and others, multiple times, that a hurtful or unpleasant experience with someone, “is in the past and I have gotten over it”. Your life is not going to move forward until you can truly forgive and let go and not just “get over it”.
ailments in the hips or knees, this is usually caused by “not being supported”. She sees, feels, and understands what is not visible. With her If your body shows signs of physical ailments in the feet, this is usually intuition, love, and positive energy, Terrie helped me recognize the caused by “not wanting to move forward.” Energy within your thought patterns and words can create the breakdown to your own physical body. The strength within the thoughts and words wrapped around holding onto the negative emotion surrounding an experience in your life, can feel as if you are putting a screeching halt on feeling loved and fulfilled from the inside. It’s almost as if the love bubble you create for yourself gets pushed aside so that you can live and dwell in heavy dense energy surrounded by words and emotions of anger, pain, hate and despair.
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Forgive. Forgive yourself first. Forgive yourself for what you think you did to cause turmoil or pain. Forgive yourself for taking in the lies surrounding the incident to cause your own self pain. Start with your forgiveness, for yourself. Once you forgive yourself then forgive each individual that was part of the hurt and pain from the experience. See the inside of your body glowing, filled completely with bright light and your beautiful heart right in the middle of all of the white light. If you keep your eyes closed, picture all the individuals around you who you feel caused you pain. Every single one of them stands in your heart. As strong as your heart is, say out loud “I forgive you all, I forgive me, I forgive everything that I feel you have done to me and I know it’s only been a lesson for me to learn and grow and expand with unconditional love from my own inner being. I believe it. I know and I forgive you all.” Forgiveness can be extremely freeing to some and on the other hand, extremely painful to others. It's a choice to decide if you want to forgive those that you felt created hardship or pain within you. The experience that you are harboring or hanging onto that created the feeling of pain, can only be released by forgiveness. When you go through a process of releasing and letting go through forgiveness, you will have a sense of freeness with a gentle sensation of being lifted and guided out of an internal struggle. As for the ones that resist the desire to forgive, they continue to live within the story that the “bandit” is going to get away with it.
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Marching For Equal Rights By Patricia Depew Wirth
ogi Berra once said, “It’s Deja Vu all over again!” That was exactly how the Turning Point Suffragist Memorial Association (TPSMA) felt when it learned of the Women’s March on Washington, held on January 21, 2017, as it reflected on and compared it to the D.C. suffrage parade of 1913. The purpose of this grassroots rally and procession was to send a bold message to the fresh administration on its first day in office and to the world that women's rights are human rights. Participants stood together, recognizing that defending the most marginalized among us is defending all of us to be treated equally. The TPSMA’s mission includes remaining vigilant in the quest for equal rights; participation in the march was inevitable. The first march for equal rights ever held in D.C. was staged and orchestrated by the powerful National American Woman Suffrage Association (NAWSA) on March 3, 1913, the day prior to Woodrow Wilson’s inauguration. Suffragist Alice Paul, a brilliant strategist who understood the power of media attention, wanted to unequivocally announce to Woodrow Wilson’s administration that there was important new energy in the suffrage ranks. The parallels between the two marches are uncanny and presumably some symbolism was deliberate: marching the day prior/after a presidential inauguration to bring equality causes to the new administrations’ attention, protesting in the shadow of the nation’s Capitol, organizing each event in a matter of weeks, including significant male participation, wearing costumes to garner attention and carrying signs to accentuate one’s cause. Demonstrators for both events were comprised of every race, ethnicity, religion, immigration status, economic status, age or disability. In 1913 marchers came from all over the world to participate particularly countries where women had already gained voting rights. In 2017, nearly 5 million stood together in 673 sister-city marches all over the United States and throughout the world in solidarity with those assembled in Washington, DC. It was epic – a global protest for equal rights. The TPSMA contingent on the 21st was comprised of about a dozen men and women. Several were dressed in suffragist period attire, most wore Votes for Women sashes and carried numerous signs that were votingrelated. We were pleasantly surprised to see dozens of marchers dressed in suffragist garb both in person in D.C. as well as on the 11 o’clock news that broadcast clips of sister marches. This bolstered TPSMA’s resolve to ensure that a proper, national memorial be erected to honor and commemorate the millions of women who fought over seven decades to win the vote – enfranchisement: step one toward equality for women. Attending the march was an emotional, fulfilling, awe-inspiring experience. Trying to explain the aura is like trying to explain what the Grand Canyon looks like – you had to have been there. In the morning, every Metro station was jam-packed with thousands of riders headed into Washington. In fact,
it was the second highest ridership in Metro’s history. Over 1,200 buses carried the faithful from as far away as Alaska. We met and spoke to dozens on our train who had come from all over the world. Spirits were high, the mood festive knowing we were making history. Traveling from several different Metro stations our group disembarked at the Smithsonian stop on the Mall where we rendezvoused at 8 a.m. The rally included 50 speakers and entertainers beginning at 10 a.m. from an elevated stage at Independence Avenue and 3rd Street. There were several jumbotrons strategically located all along Independence; we made it to 6th Street. The crowd continued to swell throughout the day from hundreds of thousands to nearly a million. Beginning at 1:30 the march was to kick off on Independence and culminate on the ellipse. The crowd, weary from standing many hours, began to get restless and by 2:30 chants of March! March! March! rose up making the round of voices mirror “doing the wave” in a sports arena. The problem, of course, was that the organizers had told the National Park Service they expected 250,000 protesters and four times that many showed. We human sardines couldn’t fathom the extent of gridlock in which we found ourselves. There was simply no room to march anywhere – the entire parade route and the National Mall were packed with wall-towall people! Hundreds of porta potties left over from the prior day’s inauguration lined the side streets, but it was impossible to get to them. Other than BYO, there was no food and nothing to drink. In spite of these trying conditions, the crowd was exceptionally well behaved making way for scores of wheel chairs and dozens of strollers. There was not one single incident of unruliness; respect for each other – regardless of one’s platform - was the order of the day. The bored police officers obliged marchers and took dozens of group photos to capture and memorialize this historic event. In 1913, the suffrage procession of nearly 8,000 was not so fortunate. The onlookers consisted of nearly a half million men in town for Wilson’s inauguration. Many were drunk and rowdy and surged into the street until they had surrounded and completely blocked the parade. Men grabbed at the women, tearing at their clothing and ripping banners from their hands. Some marchers were struck in the face and spat upon; vulgar, obscene, abusive language was hurled at them. The women attempted to fight their way forward, but the police refused to protect them; hundreds were injured and required medical attention. The Secretary of War called in the 15th Cavalry from Ft. Myer and the tenacious marchers triumphantly finished the parade. These incredible suffragists deserve a national memorial to honor what they endured to win the vote. March is National Women’s History Month; please consider making a tax deductible donation to TPSMA. You can donate electronically on our website www.suffragistmemorial.org or send a check payable to TPSMA to 5400 Ox Road, Fairfax Station, VA 22039. For ! your name or someone you wish to a minimum of $1,000 you can have memorialize inscribed on the Donor ! Wall. Contact Ex. Dir. Pat Wirth for further information, pwirth@suffragistmemorial.org 703-201-3171.
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drink a red wine with a white meat if the flavor profile demands it).
• Bitter wines (e.g. red wines) are best balanced with fat. • It is better to match the wine with the sauce than with the meat. • More often than not, White, Sparkling and Rosé wines create complementary pairings. • More often than not, Red wines will create congruent pairings.
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ith the arrival of warm weather finally here, many in the Northern VA – Washington DC area will experience the downside of a spring. Pollen and other airborne molds- OUCH!!!
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The wide brim will protect your face from the sun and help with allergies. Those “things” flying around your head and landing in your hair will be safer under your hat.
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8. Shower and shampoo NIGHTLY.
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