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The Universe Has My Back As I write this column, it is January 9, 2018. I am incredibly optimistic about the coming 12 months...more so than I have been in a very, very long time. The last time I had this incredibly optimistic “feeling tone” was January 2, 1995. I was trying to emerge from five years of what felt like hell. My husband, Jim, was in the ICU, with a prognosis of three months to live if he didn’t receive a heart transplant. The past half-decade had brought the birth of my son—GREAT NEWS!— but then the passing of my father-in-law, the passing of my father, and, after a long struggle, the passing of my mother. How could I be so optimistic on that day? I just FELT it. I walked into Jim’s ICU room and said, “This is going to be a GREAT YEAR!” You know what? It was. The next 12+ years were off-thecharts phenomenal. Jim received his heart on March 6, 1995. The doctor told me we would have “10 years, tops” before Jim would die of heart failure or cancer. We got almost 14 years. (He passed quickly of cancer in 2008.) The great thing about being “mature” is that you gain hindsight. This is something we don’t have in our 20s, 30s, 40s…sometimes, not even in our 50s. Life can be an incredible challenge, as we all know. I believe that when we feel as if we have WAY TOO MUCH on our plates, something eventually gives. When we are in the thick of things, and it feels as if we can’t do it anymore, we get our second wind. Then, the Universe delivers what we have been asking for, for so very long. A dear friend of mine, Kelly Steiger, who is my massage therapist, shared with me a wonderful affirmation a couple of months ago that I have taken to heart: The Universe has my back. Hmm. For a control freak like myself, I found this quite comforting! I know that I have tried to “control” my life for some time now. What that affirmation taught me was that maybe the Universe has a better plan than what I would come up with. Now, I’m not saying that the last couple of months have been wonderful. What I know is that it’s coming. Like I said, I feel it! I sincerely hope that each and every one of you has an off-the-charts phenomenal 2018. I feel it’s going to be a GREAT YEAR for all of us! Let’s go do it! Let’s have some joy this year!
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Inside This Edition 2 Publisher’s Notes 6 Fashion Worthy The biggest news in bridal trends this year is going to be the plunging neckline. Brides, get ready for the sexy look you’ve been seeing on celebrities.
26 Fresh Concept If your surgeon agrees that making a surgical change will help you be more comfortable in your skin and in your everyday life, then it’s worth considering.
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30 The Market Place
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14 A Woman’s Work
34 View From The Top
Everybody seems to have their own love story, though perhaps nobody is quite as interested in our love stories as we ourselves are.
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Fashion Worthy
Love Is in the Air Bridal Inspirations for 2018 By Holly Bell
Since Valentine’s Day is a very popular and romantic time to get engaged, it’s a fun time to look ahead to the latest in bridal inspirations for 2018. The biggest news in bridal trends this year is going to be the plunging neckline. Brides, get ready for the sexy look you’ve been seeing on celebrities at award shows this past year—virtually every designer is featuring plunging necklines in their collections. If you go for the plunging style, be sure to secure it with tape made especially to hold the neckline in place! Many styles have built-in security but maintain the deep V-neck look by using a sheer piece of illusion netting to discreetly cover the bare space. Ready-to-wear trends for the past year have featured shoulder-baring looks along with cold shoulder cutouts. Bridal fashions in 2018 will reflect this in feminine shoulder-baring and off-the-shoulder styles. This is a flattering look for brides of any age or size, and it’s a great, modern alternative to a plunging neckline. Details are important this year, as designers have fun with bows of all sizes, in all places! A show-stopping dress by Carolina Herrera featured a huge chiffon bow at the lower back. This is a glorious place to put a statement bow, since your guests will spend most of the ceremony viewing your backside! Bows were also shown side-tied, as a belted look. Of course, all the bows were oversized, making a real focal point. Halter dresses were particularly pretty with the neckline tied in an enormous bow at the back of the neck. If you have a huge bow as a focus, remember to keep the rest of the gown simple and elegant. Also gorgeous this year is fabric detailing, with lots of hand-cut lace and floral embroideries. Of course, the classic bead-and-rhinestone–encrusted bodice is always a bridal favorite. Color is in the news for brides, too, with rose petal pink and serenity blue being the standouts. It seems as if the color trend in bridal gowns is here to stay. Designers are taking artistic license in adding color to the classic white or cream gown as an accent. Some gowns feature a simple colored ribbon tied around the waistline. A particularly spectacular gown by Marchesa featured a blush-and-ivory ombre tiered skirt. Skirting trends on bridal gowns are looking fresh in 2018. The mermaid skirt has been the most popular for years—brides have loved it for the curvy silhouette that the mermaid cut gives everyone. This year, however, the new skirt trends are draped over the body more subtly, with a flattering flow. For the bride who loves feeling like a princess, there are still layered tulle styles and cascading, full-skirted gowns that gently taper out from the waistline, creating the look of a tiny waist. If you really dare to be different, pants can be a viable bridal alternative! Most every bridal collection included a pantsuit or jumpsuit, making us think this may be an up and coming trend. Another ultra-chic and different trend was the capes. Channel your inner Snow White with a hooded lace cape for an original take on your wedding day. Bolero capes were shown topping off strapless gowns, adding a demure facet to a strapless ensemble. Even moto jackets made of leather
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or lace can work for the truly modern bride. Here’s a new take on the off-the-shoulder trend: detachable sleeves! Basically, the dress is a strapless gown but with added sleeves that you can take off at the reception. Now, that’s some bold versatility! Bridal designers are offering a lot of variety in hemlines this year. Midlength gowns are a great alternative to the usual floor-length gown. It’s a retro trend with a decidedly Audrey Hepburn feel. This length is great for showing off your fabulous shoes! Keep in mind that the most flattering part of your leg is where it is slimmest. The dress needs to fall a little below the fullest part of the calf. Another uncommon hemline is the tiered skirt that is shorter in the front and longer in the back. The best of both worlds! Designers are even showing mini-skirts, worn with long, flowing veils down the back. This might be the hemline for you, if you really want to make a statement and you are fortunate enough to have great legs. There really is a hemline to suit every bride this year! Wedding ceremonies are about hope, love, and the bride and groom. They offer us a reminder that love never goes out of style! Whether or not you’re in the market for a bridal gown in 2018, let’s wish for all the love that February has to offer. Editor’s Note: Holly has been in the fashion industry for over 30 years as a buyer, boutique store owner, visual merchandiser, and fashion show producer. She is currently the owner of a modeling agency. Holly regularly appears on local TV doing fashion segments. WE
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AQUARIUS
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Happy birthday, Aquarius! You are feeling extremely independent at this time of your life. There is really no need to rely on others or circumstances to make things happen. Whatever your life goals are, you are inclined to make them materialize! The influences you will receive from Sun and Mercury will enhance your personal charm. This could help you develop new friendships and strengthen current relationships. Pisces (Feb 19–Mar 20) Spirituality will play an important role this month. It will be a key component in various aspects of your life, such as finances, relationships, and health. Aries (Mar 21–April 19) You will notice progress in all aspects of your life. Career is bright due to your determination to succeed. Expand your social connections through mingling. Single Rams should prepare for love at first sight! Taurus (Apr 20–May 20) House of Spirituality may incline you to balance spirituality with other life objectives. You will have the support of family members during life transitions. Gemini (May 21–Jun 20) Your professional life will dominate this month, with a strong focus on personal ambitions. Maintain your health and conserve energy to balance family and career. Cancer (Jun 21–July 22) House of career is dominant this month. Your focus will be on your professional objectives. The workplace is cordial, and this success is also beneficial to your personal life. Leo (July 23–Aug 22) Maintain your independent spirit and allow things to happen. Career prospects will be great due to the
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emotional strength you’ve attained over the last few months. Virgo (Aug 23–Sep 22) Convert your spiritual thoughts into daily activities. You may be involved in humanitarian functions and take an interest in activities like yoga and meditation. Libra (Sep 23–Oct 22) House of family is strong this month, and you really are enjoying your home environment with family members. They give so much support and encouragement! Your gratitude encourages you to return the favor. Scorpio (Oct 23–Nov 21) This month is splendid for career and relationships. While you are making progress in your professional life, you are also enjoying yourself and allowing time for loved ones. Sagittarius (Nov 22–Dec 22) Life may seem hectic right now. Bring down the tempo for the time being, until you are energetic enough to resume your daily lifestyle. Capricorn (Dec 23–Jan 19) This month, focus on family and emotional growth. You may notice your personality is developing based on your spiritual strength—this will also help with your career.
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Reasons to Celebrate Galore! Let’s Eat! By Kate Beiting
Salmon Tacos Put 4 salmon fillets in a greased baking dish. Season with the juice of 1 lime, 1 teaspoon of cumin, one-half teaspoon of garlic powder, one-half teaspoon of onion powder, and salt and pepper. Put a bunch of trimmed and cut-up asparagus (fresh or frozen) in the dish, and pour a bit of olive oil over everything. Bake at 450 degrees for 15–20 minutes. Warm or fry some corn or flour tortillas. Assemble the fish tacos with additional condiments, as desired. Make fresh tartar sauce by blending one-fourth cup of mayonnaise with 2 Tablespoons of pickle relish. Creamed Eggs with Ham Cut up 4–6 peeled hard boiled eggs and set aside. In a saucepan, melt 4 Tablespoons of butter and add 4 Tablespoons of flour. Mix and heat through (3–4 minutes). Slowly whisk in 2 cups of milk until lumps disappear. Add the chopped eggs, salt and pepper, and 1 cup of chopped cooked ham. Heat through. Serve over toasted biscuits, English muffins, or croissants—cheese optional. Crab Quiche Drain two 6-ounce cans of crabmeat. Mix with one-half cup of mayonnaise, 2 Tablespoons of flour, 3 eggs, and one-half cup of milk.
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Stir in 2 chopped green onions, 1 teaspoon of parsley, and 2 cups of shredded Swiss cheese. Pour the mixture into an unbaked pie shell. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour. Let set for 5 minutes before serving. Chicken Hot Dish Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Add one and one-half cups of long grain rice (uncooked). Put cut-up chicken pieces (uncooked) on top of the rice, skin side up. Mix together one and one-half cups of water, 1 can of cream of mushroom soup, and 1 package of dry onion soup mix. Pour over the top of the chicken. Bake at 350 degrees for 90 minutes.
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as a shortcut), 4 cups of chicken broth, 3 cans of cannellini beans, and 1 can of Ro-Tel tomatoes. Stir well. Add 1 teaspoon of cumin. Add salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for an hour. Quick Skillet Tilapia Heat 3 Tablespoons of olive oil and 3 Tablespoons of butter in a large skillet. Stir in 2 teaspoons of Old Bay or Cajun seasoning, 1 teaspoon of dried basil, and 3 cloves of sliced garlic. Add the tilapia and cook each side until golden (take care—tilapia cooks quickly!). Salt and pepper to taste. Squeeze the juice from half a lemon over the top and baste with the pan juices. Serve with rice. German Chocolate Brownies Gently melt 1 stick of butter and 1 chopped 4-ounce bar of sweet cooking chocolate (sometimes called German chocolate). Let cool. Add one-half cup of sugar, 1 teaspoon of vanilla, and 2 eggs, and beat well. Add 1 cup of flour mixed with one-half teaspoon of baking powder and one-fourth teaspoon of salt. Spread in a greased 9-inch baking pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 18–20 minutes. Mix 2 Tablespoons of butter with one-half cup of brown sugar, 2 Tablespoons of light corn syrup, and 2 Tablespoons of milk. Blend well. Mix in 1 cup of shredded coconut and one-half cup of chopped pecans. Drop by teaspoons over the warm brownies and spread gently. Broil 4 inches from heat for about a minute, watching carefully. Cool and cut. Editor’s Note: Kate has been an Omaha area culinary instructor since 1997. She attended The Institute for the Culinary Arts at Metropolitan Community College in Omaha. WE
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Midwest Pain Clinics At the End of Your Rope? Tie a Knot and Hang On! By Julianne Dunn RN, BSN, JD
For most of us, pain management amounts to aspirin for a headache, an ice pack for an athletic injury, or, in the more serious cases, two ibuprofen and rest for back pain. But what if your pain is not relieved by these tried and true methods? What happens if pain interferes with your daily activities and even impairs the quality of your sleep? Is there any hope for relief? The physicians at Midwest Pain Clinics want you to know that the answer to that question is a resounding: Yes! A relatively new field of medicine has emerged in response to the need for more efficient and effective relief of pain. That field is called pain management. Practitioners must be graduates of medical or osteopathy school, must complete a residency in one of four specialties, and then must complete a fellowship in pain management. The physicians at Midwest Pain Clinics are either board-certified and/or fellowship trained and are qualified both to prescribe medication and to perform interventions that can address ongoing pain issues. All licensed physicians who have a DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) number can prescribe controlled substances for the relief of pain. However, only those with specialized training can perform the sophisticated interventions that can bring more effective and longlasting relief while reducing the risk of addiction to painkillers. Midwest Pain Clinic is located at 965 S. 27th St., Lincoln (inside Heartland Urgent Care) and 825 North 90th Street in Omaha, with satellite locations in Columbus, NE, Missouri Valley, IA, and in Dakota Dunes, South Dakota. Physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants offer care to patients in a collaborative atmosphere, where the providers call upon skills and knowledge from a variety of sources to relieve pain. Dr. Kevin Balter and Dr. Matthew Nadler work in the Lincoln and Omaha offices. Dr. Balter uses a multidisciplinary treatment approach to achieve the best results for possible relief and has over 20 years experience in interventional pain management. Dr. Nadler, has been involved in pain medicine for over 25 years with specialized training in cancer pain management. The doctors at Midwest Pain Clinics describe pain management as multimodal, which means it is made up of different methods that work together to manage pain. Among the methods they use to ease the pain of their patients are prescription medications (often called opioids) enhanced with adjuvants; injections of lidocaine and steroids into the epidural, lumbar, and facet areas of the spine; spinal cord stimulation; physical therapy; acupuncture; and radiofrequency ablation. They can also
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Dr. Kevin Balter and treat patients with nerve blocks and ultrasonography in Dr. Matthew Nadler order to interrupt the pain loop. Pain management specialists are very aware of the opioid crisis that is affecting patients across the United States and elsewhere. The doctors see patients who are referred to them by other doctors who have reached the end of their skills in treating chronic pain. There is no doubt that the patients have real pain. There is also no doubt that the dosages of opioids some of them have been prescribed exceed the limits of safety established by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Some patients seek prescription drugs not solely for pain relief but rather for secondary purposes: for resale, maintenance of an addiction, or distribution to family and friends. This is a real danger of pain management that cannot be ignored. However, there are multiple safeguards in place to protect both practitioners and patients from improper prescription and use. One of these safeguards is an accurate assessment of both the source and the intensity of pain. Correct assessment of pain is the greatest challenge for the practitioner. Because pain is purely subjective, doctors must rely on their assessment skills to determine the level of pain and the appropriate treatment. Medical management of pain is a complex discipline that not only relies on prescription medication but also offers an entire menu of treatments to provide relief from acute and chronic pain. Sometimes, neither the patient nor the doctor can identify the source of the pain that the patient is experiencing. That does not make the pain any less real or debilitating. All the doctors at Midwest Pain Clinics view pain itself as the disease, and they endeavor to treat it with all the tools at their disposal. Safe, effective pain relief is their ultimate goal. And their patients must feel their concern and appreciate their skill—the doctors and staff at Midwest Pain Clinics have received a “Best of Omaha” designation in a city-wide poll for the last four years. If you feel that you have reached the end of your rope and need some relief for your pain, call Midwest Pain Clinics at 402-391-PAIN or visit www.midwestpainclinics. com. Don’t let pain stop you from enjoying your life. No matter what you’re experiencing or how long you’ve suffered, there is hope for a better quality of life! Let the clinicians at Midwest Pain Clinics help show you the way. WE
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Love Story How Does Love Last?
By Sharon Knierim
Everybody seems to have their own love story, though perhaps nobody is quite as interested in our love stories as we ourselves are. Love can carry us through both hard times and good times as we navigate through our lives. Love is precious, and love is kind, if we allow it to be so. Love is not a tangible thing. We try to examine it frequently and wonder what it is. How does it bind us together so strongly? Is it no more than a chemical or physical reaction to another person? Most of us do not think so. What very often begins as a simple attraction will, if given time and care, blossom into a sustaining force that unites us. It is an undeniable force that bonds us together, grows and changes over time, and can turn into a sustaining partnership. Sometimes, we’re not even sure why we love the people we love. There are, of course, many kinds of human love. A mother’s love for her child, for example, is a tough bond to break. Once that connection is made, it is pretty permanent for most motherand-child duos. Sometimes, it may seem that our mothers do not love or even like us very much when they scold or correct our behavior, but we all know that it is for “our own good” (or, at least, that’s what we’re repeatedly told). Very often it takes becoming a
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mother to recognize that this is true. Children of the world: Do not doubt your mother…she is always right, and you will turn into her someday, so listen up! For many people, loving the god they worship is the foundation of their being. It is the flame in our hearts that keeps us going when our path is unclear or when we are unsure of ourselves and, perhaps, unsure of those around us. We love our country because that, too, is part of our lives and helps define who we are. Because we are human, most of us are interested in romantic love. This is often the fun kind of love. Meeting that special
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someone is exciting! At the same time, it gives us the opportunity to learn more about ourselves as we explore a new relationship and discover how love grows and fits into our lives. There cannot possibly be anyone on this planet who does not remember meeting his or her spouse for the first time. Now, there may well be more than one version of this meeting—one sweetheart sees it one way, while the other one remembers the event totally differently. Upon meeting my future husband for the first time, I had the feeling that this would be the man I would marry, even though courtship and marriage were the last things on my mind in those days. Enjoying being a single young woman had so much appeal to this former farm girl turned career woman, college student, athlete, and fun seeker. Why would I want to have a steady boyfriend, much less a husband? Still, in the back of my mind and probably my heart, too, this boy did make an impression on me. When he finally broke up with the girl he had been seeing, he did ask me out on a date. For our first date, he stood me up! For our second date, he brought along his best friend. Not a promising start. After those two dates, I decided that I couldn’t stand him. Of course, that all changed by the third, fourth, and fifth dates. My would-be husband finally proposed marriage to me while I was in the hospital, shrouded by an oxygen tent. This girl was not feeling romantic at the time. He was persistent, though, and waited until I had recovered from pneumonia. I am glad he was persistent. Finally, after trying all kinds of approaches to the marriage question, he produced something of a flowchart exhibiting the financial benefits of marriage. Oddly, that’s what won me over. The rest is history. Why do we fall in love, and how do we keep that love strong? Maybe it’s the constant discovery about that other person that is so fascinating. What often begins as passion grows into companionship and understanding, a sense of belonging. How does it happen that some of us grow in our love for each other? Maybe it’s luck. Nobody knows for sure, but why bring into question something that works so well? Do you have a love story close to your heart? If so, share it with someone else. The love you send forth will come back to you multiplied. WE
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Interiors by Design
Bathroom Bliss Even Bathrooms Deserve a Little Luxury
By Robyn V. Powell
Bathrooms have replaced kitchens as the most remodeled room in the home…and not just the master bathroom. Whether you’re building, remodeling, or just dreaming, exploring beautiful bathroom design will inspire you to change the way you think about this key area of your home. The bathroom doesn’t have to be all about function. Beautiful form can make the difference between a room designed to simply serve a utilitarian purpose and one that feels like a relaxing retreat. One common thread that is expected to continue through 2018 is homeowners’ desire to break out of the mold and make their space their own. When it comes to bathrooms, homeowners are looking to technology, bold accents, and luxe amenities to give their space personality and turn the room into a sanctuary. Brass fixtures, bold color, and patterned tile are a few of the latest trends showing up in bathrooms everywhere. More than ever, homeowners are viewing the master bath as a place of peace and solitude—a secluded retreat designed to help them escape from the rest of the world. While much of the attention has been on the shower in recent years, the bathtub is once again making a splash! More beautiful and spacious than their predecessors, modern tubs are designed for ultimate relaxation. The sophisticated island tub, available in a multitude of shapes, delivers maximum “Wow!” factor when placed in the center of the room. Deep, freestanding soaking tubs are the go-to amenity
for luxury homeowners looking for a place to unwind. With no jets, the simple soaker tub provides a peaceful experience and is available in stylish finishes such as porcelain, concrete, copper, and stainless steel. Whirlpool bathtubs—using water jets, air jets, or a combination of both—remain popular as stress relievers and as a way to massage tired muscles. Whether it’s bath time or shower time, bathing is the perfect time to indulge all the senses with options like built-in audio systems, mood-enhancing colors known as chromatherpy, and even tub-side refrigeration. Fully loaded showers feature systems for water temperature and pressure, steam, and built-in stereo or television, all controlled from an LCD screen mounted on the shower wall. To conserve water, luxury bathrooms can be equipped with environmentally friendly low-flow toilets and showerheads or touchless faucets. Bathroom vanities can set the tone of any bathroom. In the bathroom, the availability of good cabinet space and functionality is just as important as style, and, with the high moisture content and everyday use, investing in high-quality cabinetry is essential. ›››
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While granite and marble remain popular countertop choices, you might also consider engineered stone in this moistureheavy room. Engineered stone not only emulates the character of natural stone, it is also maintenance-free; won’t crack, stain, or scratch; and resists mold and mildew growth. Decorative floor and shower tiles in bold Mediterranean motifs are trending this year. Whether you prefer intricate Moroccan-inspired patterns or bold geometric shapes, these colorful ceramics can freshen any space, add an exotic flair, and evoke the feeling of being permanently on vacation! Ceramic tile that looks exactly like real wood (but doesn’t warp from moisture like wood might) is also a popular flooring choice in the bathroom. Whatever your choice of flooring, consider incorporating radiant heat. Not only will it feel pleasantly warm underfoot on cold mornings, it promotes faster drying, reducing the risk of slips and falls. Petite powder baths typically don’t see a lot of traffic, giving homeowners an opportunity to focus on the form. You can splurge and bring something fun or sculptural into this small space. Handcrafted sinks are making a big comeback. From intricately carved pottery sinks to gleaming metals like hammered copper, handcrafted sinks come in all shapes and sizes and are akin to a piece of fine art, personalizing and upgrading your space. In children’s bathrooms, where surfaces and fixtures will see lots of wear and tear, the focus is on durability and finishes that can stand up to heavy use. Pair granite or engineered stone countertops with bright, scratch-resistant chrome fixtures. Installing a fan with humidity sensors ensures proper ventilation in case kids forget to turn the fan on or off. For the ultimate in spa-like experience, consider a heated towel rack. No need to endure the post-shower chill ever again! What could be more luxurious than wrapping yourself in a toasty towel? Available in wallmounted or freestanding units, some have a programmable time function that allows you to dry off with a towel heated precisely how and when you want it! Take a look around your bathroom and see if it could use a little love. Don’t neglect this functional space in your home! With some imagination, your bathroom could become your favorite room in the house. Sources for this article included: consumerreports.org, www.nari.org, and realtor.com. WE February 2018
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Good Looks
Lose Fat, Not Time Nonsurgical Body Sculpting By Loretta McCollum
Every day, you rise before dawn, stumble out the door, and stagger into the gym. Your eating habits are cleaner than an operating room. You do everything right, but your love handles linger, and your muffin top won’t melt. What can you do to shrink those stubborn fat pockets that diet and exercise won’t touch? That is, what can you do if you don’t want to undergo surgery? Today’s technology provides several procedures that utilize heat, cold, ultrasonic waves, and lasers, some of which permanently destroy fat cells with little or no downtime. These aren’t your mother’s cellophane wraps! Results are usually long-term, and there is very little discomfort. These procedures are typically best for people who are slightly to moderately overweight. Most of these procedures can be performed over the lunch hour, allowing you to return to your daily routine immediately. Want to melt away those fat cells while comfortably relaxing? SculpSure is a laser technology that involves wrapping a belt-like device around the target area; the device delivers heated laser pulses to melt fat. It’s effective on multiple body types and is typically applied to the upper and lower abdomen or the flank area between the ribs and hip. During the 25-minute treatment, fat cells are literally destroyed while you recline, read, or take a nap. Once destroyed, those cells will not regenerate. Your body will naturally flush out the dead cells. This is a gradual process; you
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can expect to see your results over a period of several weeks. If you love getting a hot stone massage, consider truSculpt. This procedure utilizes radio-frequency technology to diminish fat cells in larger areas like the abdomen. One treatment lasts about an hour. Patients can return to their normal routine immediately following the treatment. Results are usually visible after about six weeks as the body breaks down the targeted fat cells and eliminates them. Some individuals opt for a second treatment for fine tuning. Vanquish is another radio-frequency option for that pesky belly flab. It involves a series of four weekly treatments to permanently eliminate fat cells. Picture yourself stretched out and relaxed as a horseshoe-shaped apparatus is placed over the target area. Once turned on, it feels much like a heat lamp on a low setting. After 45 minutes, a technician may administer a Cellutone treatment to mechanically massage and smooth out the area that was treated.
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Heat and cold may be opposites, but they both have incredible power to destroy fat cells. Fat cells freeze at higher temperatures than other tissues, which allows techniques like CoolSculpting to use cold to kill fat cells without harming the surrounding tissue. During treatment, a handheld applicator, applied to the skin, supplies targeted cooling to the fat cells underneath. As it does after radio-frequency treatments, the body then metabolizes and eventually eliminates the dead cells. CoolSculpting is a good option for muffin tops, saddle bags, and belly fat. Successive treatments provide enhanced results. Ultrasonic energy can also be channeled to obliterate troublesome fatty areas. UltraShape is a procedure in which ultrasonic energy pulses destroy the fat cell walls, releasing the fat as triglycerides, which are then processed by the liver and eliminated naturally. A special belt is wrapped around the treatment area and a gel is applied to the skin. A trained technician moves a handheld device over the area, delivering painless ultrasonic pulses. Initial results may be visible after just two weeks. Treatments are administered three times per week over a four-week period. Some areas, including the hips, thighs, and upper arms, are particularly resistant to efforts to tone and shape. Lipo-Light is a technique that blends tradition and technology. It combines LED light therapy with posttreatment physical exercise. The light therapy penetrates the skin and opens the fat cell walls, allowing the contents to escape. Once the fat escapes, it travels through the body as fatty acids to tissue, where it is then burned off during post-treatment exercise. A typical Lipo-Light session includes 20 minutes of treatment followed by about 10 minutes of exercise. The initial treatment cycle is two treatments per week for four weeks. Many patients return for maintenance sessions. Lipo-Light produces long-term results in conjunction with exercise and a healthy diet. An added benefit of Lipo-Light is that it has the potential to increase collagen levels, firming the skin and enhancing the body sculpting effects of the treatment. It’s important to remember that many of these procedures produce gradual results over several weeks but that the results are long-lasting. To find out which of these procedures best suits your needs, consult a local plastic surgeon, dermatologist, or medi-spa. Sources for this article included: americanboardcosmeticsurgery.org, thelipobelt.com, coolsculpting.com, lipolightpro.com, ultrashape. com, and plasticsurgery.org. WE
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Out and About
Sartor Hamann Jewelers A Lincoln Tradition By Sarah Brown
Since 1905, Sartor Hamann Jewelers has been a treasured source for helping customers commemorate the special people and moments in their lives. What’s their secret to doing this so well for so long? For this family-owned business, it has been always treating their customers as friends. Four generations of service-driven commitment to their customers has earned them the loyalty of multiple generations of local families. “Our quality and service persevere through the community,” says Marketing Coordinator Anna Alcalde, “and people keep coming in because of how they feel about us.” It’s easy to appreciate a company when you know they will work to give you the most for your money, as customers at Sartor Hamann can attest. People may have the impression that independent jewelry stores are automatically more expensive, but that simply isn’t the case at Sartor Hamann. “We want to be your jeweler,” explains Anna, “and we’ve worked really hard in the last few years to let the public know that we can offer something for any budget.” If you aren’t able to find
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l-r: Don Hamann, what you want in the store, their jewelry designers can Jordan Hamann-Heiser, assist you in creating a custom piece at a price point and Rick Hamann that you set. Financing is available, and military discounts are a part of standard sales policy. They offer the best-of-the-best in top brands, customer service, selection, and quality. Sartor Hamann has always been a local industry leader in the expertise of its staff. Anna shares, “We have the highest credentials for jewelers around Lincoln, with more Master Jewelers than anyone in the area. Our award-winning jewelers have a combined experience of 75 years.” Sartor Hamann is certified by the American Gem Society, and they employ five graduates of the Gemological Institute of America. The family members who run the company
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are industry experts in their own right. CEO and company how they serve customers every day in their downtown and manager since the late 1950s, Don Hamann is the former SouthPointe Pavilions stores. Sartor Hamann is also one of President of Jewelers of America and Chairman of the Board Lincoln’s most generous community supporters. Fifty years ago, of Jewelers Mutual Insurance. Both his son, Rick Hamann Don Hamann was a founding member of the Downtown Lincoln (Executive Vice President), and his granddaughter, Jordan Association. Lincoln’s Rose Garden bears the family’s name as a Hamann (Head Buyer), are Gemological Institute of America tribute to the donation Don provided toward renovation efforts. Graduate Gemologists. That level of expertise is what allows The company regularly contributes to the United Way and the Sartor Hamann to stand apart from other jewelry stores and Make-a-Wish Foundation as well as other charitable causes. The provide everything for customers incompany also takes an active part throughout house. Custom pieces can be designed the year in local events that generate funds “We have the highest and created locally, all under Sartor for the People’s City Mission, the Hope Gala, Hamann’s roof. “Repairs or appraisals and the Lincoln Symphony Orchestra. credentials for jewelers can be completed in a very timely You can still find Don Hamann making around Lincoln, with more manner because we have amazingly a visit to one or both of the city’s Sartor talented jewelers on staff,” Anna asserts. Master Jewelers than anyone Hamann stores on any given day of the week. Excellence abounds at all levels of It isn’t uncommon to see him sitting with in the area. Our awardthe staff. “All of our salespeople have customers by the fireplace of the SouthPointe multitudes of years of experience,” Anna store, taking time just to talk. “Don loves winning jewelers have shares. “The average employee has been people—he loves meeting people and getting a combined experience with us for 10 years or more—with many to know them,” Anna shares. Judging by the of them going into more than 20 years.” last century of loyal customers at this familyof 75 years.” Anna herself has been employed at owned business, that must be a family trait! Sartor Hamann’s for nearly two decades. The experienced staff Sartor Hamann encourages customers to stop in anytime members at Sartor Hamann don’t just sell jewelry to customers. for a free ring inspection and cleaning. Mention this article to Sartor Hamann employees have been known to deliver a ring on receive 10 percent off your next purchase (excluding Rolex, Oris, Christmas Eve or meet a customer in an airport to make sure he or sale items) or 10 percent off fine jewelry repair. The Sartor has his design in time for a special occasion. When it comes to Hamann Lincoln stores are located at 1150 O Street (402customer service, Anna emphasizes, “we really believe in going 476-8561), 2900 Pine Lake Road, Suite C (402-420-2244), and over the top.” 337 W. State Street in Grand Island (308-382-5850). For more Their dedication to the people of Lincoln isn’t limited to information, visit www.sartorhamann.com. WE
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Fresh Concept
Serious Surgical Solutions The Latest Procedures From the Neck Down By Kylie Gumpert
When it comes to taking the plunge and deciding to get plastic surgery, are you worried that you won’t be pleased with the results? That you’ll regret your decision? No question about it—these are exactly the sorts of questions you should be asking yourself. As any reputable plastic surgeon will tell you, surgery is a big deal, and it should be taken very seriously. However, a frank conversation with a trusted surgeon will go a long way toward getting your questions answered and your fears eased. If your surgeon agrees that making a surgical change will help you be more comfortable in your skin and in your everyday life, then it’s worth considering. Before you talk to your surgeon, you need some idea of what you might want to have done. What are the popular procedures today in the field of bodily cosmetic surgery? Since 2000, the two most popular non-facial plastic surgeries have been breast augmentation and liposuction. Breast augmentation is used to increase breast size and fullness and to achieve balance. The procedure is often done in combination with a breast lift, to restore shape and a more youthful breast position. Breast lifts have grown increasingly popular and are also performed in combination with breast reductions. In cases where a woman has had a mastectomy or lumpectomy, breast reconstruction surgery can help rebuild breast shape, size, and symmetry, restoring the patient’s confidence. In many augmentations, implants are inserted alongside breast tissue. Sometimes, fat from other parts of the body is transferred to the breasts to increase size or improve shape. Implants may be filled with silicone, which is a viscous gel, or saline, which is liquid. “Gummy bear” implants are made from a thicker silicone gel that is shaped—if these implants rotate for some reason, an additional procedure may be required to correct their positioning. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, 86 percent of augmentation patients opt for silicone implants, most likely because silicone implants feel more like natural breast tissue and are less likely to leak. Excessively large breasts can be extremely uncomfortable, both physically and socially. An excessively large chest may inhibit movement, impact a woman’s ability to exercise, and cause back pain or skin rashes. Breast reduction surgery can provide muchneeded relief from these symptoms. Procedures may involve surgically removing fatty tissue and excess skin, sometimes in combination with liposuction. In some cases, liposuction alone can sufficiently reduce breast size. (One important note: Most cosmetic surgical procedures are not covered by insurance. Breast reduction, on the other hand, may be covered if you can demonstrate that the excess weight of your breasts is causing physical trauma that the surgery would relieve. Talk to your surgeon.) Liposuction is used to reduce fat or improve proportion
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on many areas of the body. It is not a cure for obesity, it cannot replace the visible benefits of proper diet and exercise, and it is not effective on cellulite. However, it is extremely effective at permanently and immediately removing stubborn fat deposits. It can be used in combination with other surgeries and is performed on many different parts of the body, including the thighs, hips, upper arms, calves, ankles, and inner knee. To perform liposuction, the surgeon makes a small incision and then inserts a small tube with a surgical vacuum attached to it. Fat is loosened by moving the tube back and forth. The fat is then suctioned out of the body by the vacuum. Considerable bruising can be expected, but the results are undeniable. Liposuction is often used to reduce fat during a tummy tuck procedure, in which excess abdominal fat and skin are removed and the underlying muscle is rejuvenated or repaired to create a smoother, slimmer stomach. Less invasive fat reduction procedures don’t offer the dramatic results of liposuction, but they are less expensive and are easier to recover from. CoolSculpting, for example, features a cooling mechanism that freezes fat cells, killing them so that the body can gradually flush them out. Another method, called truSculpt, uses radio-frequency waves to achieve the same result. Sessions for these noninvasive procedures usually last around an hour, and they may require more than one visit. Final results can been seen over the course of a few weeks to a few months (compared to the immediate results of liposuction). Buttock augmentation, labiaplasty, and the lower body lift are not the most common cosmetic body procedures, but they are growing in popularity. A buttock augmentation is done to modify the size and shape of a woman’s backside. As with breast augmentation, this surgery may involve inserting silicone implants. Some patients choose what is commonly known as a Brazilian
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butt lift. This procedure, technically called buttock augmentation with fat grafting, involves taking unwanted fat from a different part of the body and injecting it into the buttocks. With the labiaplasty procedure, the size and shape of the labia are surgically adjusted. This procedure will reduce what can be painful or uncomfortable tugging or pulling in this delicate area. Significant weight loss, dramatic fluctuations in weight, or simply the change in skin elasticity caused by the aging process can all result in sagging skin below the belt. A lower body lift is done to improve the appearance of sagging skin on a patient’s abdomen, buttocks, and thighs. Skin and fat will be removed to improve skin appearance and elasticity, most commonly by making an incision around the entire waist and removing a band of tissue. This procedure is also known as belt lipectomy. With almost all of these procedures, it’s difficult to know what the results will look like on your body until everything’s all said and done. That can feel like a big risk—and it should! Fortunately, technology is solving this problem. Helpful 3D imaging simulations can give you an accurate idea of what the results of your procedure will look like on your body. The Vectra 3D imaging system, for example, is commonly used to capture photos of a patient’s face or breasts and then create 3D images that can be viewed from all angles. The system can be used to capture images of other parts of the body, as well, to create renderings for other procedures. Your surgeon can use these images to explain the limitations of various procedures and offer other surgical options that might work better for you. Of course, it’s vital to choose a surgeon who is certified, who is experienced in performing the procedures you want to have done, and who you trust. If you know people who have undergone
the procedure you’re considering, ask them about their surgeons. Your regular doctor may also be able to recommend someone. If you’re starting from scratch, you can search for surgeons in your area on the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery’s website (AmericanBoardCosmeticSurgery.com). When you’re comfortable with your surgeon, it’s easier to be comfortable with your surgery. Taking advantage of 3D imaging is also a great way to feel confident about your surgical decisions and the expected results. However, something that not everyone considers is the psychological and emotional impact of undergoing cosmetic surgery. Even the most confident of patients may feel nervous before going “under the knife.” In the days immediately following the procedure, you may have feelings of doubt, worry, or regret. For a couple of months after your surgery, you may feel like you’ve made a mistake or worry that you just don’t look like yourself, according to the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery. These feelings are very common. Don’t forget to give yourself a break—remember, you’ve just had surgery, and your body needs time to recover! Once your body has had several months to heal and you’ve had time to adjust to your new features, you (like the majority of patients) will likely be very happy with the results. It’s perfectly normal to be worried about making the decision to pursue plastic surgery—in fact, it’s a good sign that you’re taking the issue seriously. There’s no need to spend every day feeling uncomfortable in your own skin. There are so many resources today to address the physical features that you feel are holding you back. Start your journey today to see if cosmetic bodily surgery is something that can help you live your life to the fullest! Sources for this article included: plasticsurgery.org, canfieldsci.com, and americanboardcosmeticsurgery.org. WE
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Healthy Living
Women’s Clinic of Lincoln Raising Awareness of Heart Disease By Jodi Fuson
Breast cancer. The words strike fear in most women’s hearts. According to Dr. Stephen Swanson, at Women’s Clinic of Lincoln, women should indeed listen to their hearts—that is, they should pay closer attention to the risk factors of heart disease, which is still the number-one killer of women over 40. After his interest was piqued during a seminar at the Mayo Clinic three years ago, Dr. Swanson became passionate about teaching women about heart disease and how to keep their hearts healthy. “I learned what to look at in a woman’s health history when it comes to heart health,” he says. “If women understand it, they’re more likely to take steps.” Dr. Swanson is an OB-GYN, not a cardiologist, so you might not think that heart disease would be at the top of his list. However, he realized that his work as an OB-GYN puts him in an excellent position to pinpoint risk factors and keep his patients informed. In fact, a woman’s obstetric history is a very important piece of the puzzle—conditions that are associated with pregnancy can cause early damage to women’s heart
vessels, putting them at a higher risk for heart disease. High blood pressure (or preeclampsia) is one of the risk factors. Another is gestational diabetes, which can lead to diabetes if a woman does not lose the excess weight she gained during pregnancy. “If women don’t lose pregnancy weight within six months, they develop a higher risk for diabetes and heart damage,” Dr. Swanson explains. Polycystic ovary syndrome can also indicate a greater risk for heart disease, he adds. Additional indicators of
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heart disease risk include a family history of heart disease, early diagnosis of diabetes, and high LDL cholesterol levels. One of the difficulties with heart disease in women, Dr. Swanson points out, is that heart disease is different in women and men, but women have been treated like men for decades. First, women’s heart vessels are much smaller than men’s. Second, women tend to develop thickening of the lining of the coronary vessels, and the internal lining will come loose and block the vessel intermittently. “Women can have heart disease, and it will not show up on a cardiac stress test,” Dr. Swanson warns. Because of a woman’s anatomy and symptoms that come and go, it can take a long time to diagnose heart disease. The standard dye test often is not as helpful in finding blockages or damage in a woman. Stress echocardiography ultrasound or stress nuclear testing are both helpful in detecting the source of a woman’s heart problems, Dr. Swanson says. At Women’s Clinic of Lincoln, care providers take a more vigorous approach to heart disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. For example, they keep a close eye on related health factors, like weight, diabetes, hypertension, and metabolic syndrome. When working with patients, they emphasize the importance of staying physically active and paying attention to diet. Prescribing medication to manage high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes are additional preventive measures. “It’s important to teach women not to ignore the symptoms
of heart disease,” Dr. Swanson says. Warning signs can include indigestion and heartburn, shortness of breath, and chest, shoulder, and arm pain that comes and goes. When a woman sees her doctor, she should always share any of these symptoms, as well as her family history of heart disease and any risk factors she knows that she has. Progress is being made when it comes to diagnosing women’s heart disease, Dr. Swanson notes, but it’s a process. It takes ordering the right lab work that corresponds with the woman’s anatomy, he explains. There are specific tests that can help determine a woman’s heart disease risk while she is in her late 30s and early 40s. “We need to start looking at patients based on their obstetric history, not just what is happening at age 50,” Dr. Swanson emphasizes. He has shared his knowledge about the links between obstetric history and heart disease at Bryan Hospital and is happy to do presentations for interested groups. “I think it’s a service to women to give them more information,” he says. Women’s Clinic of Lincoln has three buildings in the 200 block of Lyncrest Drive, just south of O Street, near the Lincoln Public Schools District offices. Hours are 8:30–4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with evening appointments available on Tuesdays and Thursdays. To contact Dr. Swanson, call Women’s Clinic of Lincoln at 402-434-4370. For more information about the practice, which includes obstetrical, gynecological, fertility, and breast care, visit their website at www.womensclinicoflincoln.com. WE
“We need to start looking at patients based on their obstetric history, not just what is happening at age 50.”
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Do Circumstances and Choices Define You? Accept Responsibility and Allow Them to Redefine You We are all where we are in life because of a combination of circumstances, choices, and, sometimes, a little luck. While many of us are quick to blame our problems on circumstances or bad luck, fewer of us are willing to accept responsibility for the choices we’ve made that have led us to our current circumstances. It is much easier for us to blame others for our problems. “Responsibility: A detachable burden easily shifted to the shoulders of God, Fate, Fortune, Luck or one’s neighbor. In the days of astrology it was customary to unload it upon a star.” —Ambrose Bierce The problem with perpetually living in this state of feeling that circumstances and your happiness are out of your control, often leaves people feeling like a helpless victim. So what would happen if we chose to accept responsibility for our actions and choices? What if instead of letting a bad choice define us and continue to play the victim, we chose to take a different path? We can choose to learn from a less than desirable outcome and make the choice to do something new and move forward. We tend to think that our circumstances are what drive our happiness or lack thereof. In reality, it is how we choose to react to circumstances and decisions that truly impacts our happiness and
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success. How else can you explain those individuals that grow up in dangerous neighborhoods and still choose to follow a different path? They make a commitment to themselves that they want more and that they can have more. Happiness itself is also a choice. Look at the people who live with mental or physical disabilities. There are many of these individuals that choose happiness rather than sadness or despair. There will always be someone whose circumstances are worse than yours. It doesn’t mean it needs to define who you are. Consider taking a look back on the past year. What decisions have you made that have led you to feel happier? Better yet, look at some of the choices you made that had less than desirable outcomes. You have a choice every day on how you are going to feel and how you are going to react. Are you going to embark on the coming months with a positive attitude and the realization that you always have a choice in how you react to things, or are you satisfied with blaming your feelings and emotions on others and on circumstances? Here is to hoping we all enter 2018 having made the choice to be happier by doing the things that keep us feeling that way. “I must do something” always solves more problems than “something must be done.” —Author Unknown
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A Home Built for You A Primer on Custom Homes By Julie Kuntze
If you have ever considered having a home built just for you, or thought about what your dream home would be like, consider that the reality might be closer than you think. Prospective homebuyers are sometimes surprised to discover that a custom home can be built at almost any price point and is often comparable to what they would pay for an existing home of similar size and location. There are many benefits to building a custom home, like unique architectural features and the flexibility to design a home that meets the specific needs and aesthetic of the homeowner. The general process of building a custom home starts with your budget, the size of the home you are looking to build, the location you desire, and a basic wish list. The next step is to find a builder or community developer who matches your aesthetic, builds in an area appealing to you, and is easy to communicate with (a crucial part of the process). Once preplanning begins, you may be working with the builder, an architect, an interior designer, and, possibly, a civil engineer. This is when the home location is determined, permits are filed for, plans are drawn and finalized, and the budget is outlined. The preplanning phase can take roughly six months. Construction usually begins by pouring the foundation, followed by rough framing, after which electrical and HVAC systems are put in place. Next comes insulation, then drywall; interior and exterior finishes; trim; and the installation of flooring, fixtures, counters, and cabinets. The work typically concludes with landscaping or additional small interior details before the final walk-through. Construction typically requires between 10 months to a year to complete. It is important to find a builder who meets your needs. The National Association of Home Builders (nahb.org) suggests asking your local home builders association for a list of active local builders. Then, research the builders online or in your local newspaper to get a feel for the type of work they do. Consulting with a local realtor or asking friends or relatives for recommendations are other ways to find builders in your desired area. Don’t forget to ask builders for references from recent (and older) clients. Ask if they have a financing program and if you can see any homes they are in the process of building. If they do not give details to you in writing, be sure to take careful notes. Look for value and quality in a custom builder’s work, from the types of cabinetry installed to details like the quality of the trim work and paint. A residential architect works on projects of all scopes and sizes. She can help choose the right location and eliminate possible problems from even the smallest decisions or plan modifications. Similarly, an interior designer can help guide the process in terms of aesthetics. On the one hand, it’s delightful to
choose any kind of flooring in the world. On the other hand, you’ll also need to choose lighting, faucets, door handles, paint colors, tile, toilets, and so on—and most of us are ill-equipped to make good, coordinating, costeffective choices the first time around. Interior designers can help with all of these decisions. One thing that is hard for homeowners to determine is how much it might cost to make changes along the way. If you request a change before product is ordered or pertinent structural work is done, many builders will not charge additional fees. Other changes can be more costly, especially if demolition is required. Good communication is key, and frequent visits to the build site can help you stay apprised of the progress. There are a few ways to finance a custom-built home, such as paying cash, paying cash for the lot and financing the construction, or financing everything with a down payment of 20–25 percent. Once you have a total budget for the build, your building team will work with you to determine where that money will go. According the Federal Trade Commission (consumer.ftc.gov), homebuilders “generally offer limited coverage on workmanship and materials relating to various components of the home.” This is known as a warranty. It is important to understand the warranty offered, as well as the coverage duration, which typically varies between one and 10 years. Some states allow subcontractors or suppliers to file a mechanic’s lien against your home if they are not paid. The FTC advises that you “protect yourself by asking the contractor, and every subcontractor and supplier, for lien release or lien waiver.” It might not be tomorrow, but you could wake up next year in your dream home, just the way you like it. Sources for this article included: nahb.org, washingtonpost.com, network.aia.org, and consumer.ftc.gov. WE February 2018
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Hereditary Cancer Screening Compassionate Genetic Counseling
By Jessica Sodeke
Wouldn’t it be great if an oncologist could order a test on his patient’s tumor to see which genes were causing her cancer? Advances in technology now allow for this type of discovery and are helping millions of people—including patients at Southeast Nebraska Cancer Center—be proactive about potential health risks. Bronson Riley, a licensed genetic counselor and the director of clinical research, has been with Southeast Nebraska Cancer Center for 11 years. Each month, he sees between 20 and 30 patients. Most are new or established patients diagnosed with cancer, but a handful of those patients are women who are unaffected but concerned about their risk for breast cancer. “We’ve seen a tremendous increase in the last few years of women seeking answers,” Bronson says. “It’s important for people to understand their options. Right now, it’s estimated that between 1 in 300 to 1 in 500 individuals have a mutation in BRCA1 or BRCA2 (genes that increase the risk of cancer).” How do you know if you need hereditary cancer screening? Not all cancer or DNA is created equal. There are two types of DNA—germline, which is inherited from parents during conception, and somatic, which includes all other cells, like teeth, organs, and breast tissue. Only germline DNA can carry hereditary cancer mutations. Because hereditary cancers affect only 5–10 percent of cancer patients, oncologists generally only order diagnostic tissue testing on somatic DNA. Bronson specializes in blood testing germline DNA, which reveals if a patient developed the cancer because of an inherited gene mutation. Any kind of DNA testing is useful for doctors to determine what kind of treatment is best to use. The information discovered can direct what kind of chemotherapy and medication is most appropriate and can find mutations in specific tissues that could contribute to the aggressiveness of the cancer. The discovery of these mutations also provides information for patients to share with siblings, children, and parents who could be at risk. People with a hereditary cancer mutation could also be at risk of getting a second or third cancer. Hereditary cancer screening can help doctors determine further risk. “In a way, hereditary cancer testing is empowering,” Bronson adds. “It’s the first time a patient can feel a measure of control. She is able to decide if she wants to do the testing and then tell her family members to help them.” So, why isn’t everyone signing up for hereditary cancer screening? Certain criteria must be met before undergoing hereditary genetics testing. For breast cancer, specifically, patients who are diagnosed at a young age
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or those who have two close relatives affected by breast cancer are likely candidates. Bronson recommends that those interested in undergoing hereditary screening express their interest to their doctor, who can refer them to an oncologist or genetic counselor. This increases the likelihood that the testing will be covered by insurance. Hereditary cancer diagnosis can also be scary. “When someone is diagnosed with cancer, she feels very vulnerable,” says Bronson. “You have to be in the right emotional mindset to undergo hereditary genetic testing. It can create a lot of anxiety, especially if you end up with a positive result.” Another inhibitor of hereditary cancer screening is the fear of genetic discrimination. Patients fear that insurance companies might use the information to decline coverage. The Genetic Information Non-Discrimination Act (GINA) is a law passed to alleviate those concerns. GINA prohibits health insurance companies and employers from using genetic information to make hiring, firing, and coverage decisions. Patients should note that life insurance, long-term care insurance, and disability insurance are not protected by GINA. “There are many pros and cons, but our job is not to make a decision for a patient; it’s to offer information about her diagnosis or risks so she can decide what’s best for her situation,” Bronson says. “I love hearing people’s stories about their families. Each patient is different in how they work through a cancer diagnosis. Southeast Nebraska Cancer Center is there to make it easier.” Southeast Nebraska Cancer Center provides comprehensive cancer care in Lincoln and the surrounding areas, combining advanced medical oncology and radiation oncology services. They believe in a personalized approach to diagnosis and therapy, and they encourage comfort and education when patients are faced with some of the toughest situations of their lives. In addition to treating cancer, they also offer several services empowering patients to be proactive when it comes to their future health. Southeast Nebraska Cancer Center has two locations in Lincoln. They are located at 201 S. 68th Street Place and 3901 Pine Lake Road. They also provide care in eleven communities in southeast Nebraska. Visit them online at www.leadingcancercare.com or call 402-420-7000. WE
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Show ’Em You Love ’Em Do Something Special…Spend Time! I am in a February rut. Every year, I sit down to write this column in February, and the question in my head is: How can I write about LOVE this year? In the past couple of years, I’ve written about accepting others and the difference between love and hate, like and dislike. This year, I want to talk about showing love to others. Brother Dear (BD) told me that he and some friends are planning to take an older friend, Dan, to a special event out of town. They made a similar trip a year ago, and Dan loved it. The guys knew that Dan was disappointed that the timing didn’t work out for his son and grandson to take him, so they planned this excursion. Dan’s a special guy—these friends are special, too. That conversation morphed into one about families and how kids should show their parents, especially as their parents get older, how much they love them by doing something special. Over the years, BD and I both took Mom on excursions. I went with Mom and two of her sisters on a road trip to New England. BD took Mom to family reunions. He made sure she made it to her grandkids’ weddings and graduations. Mom and I went to her little sister’s 90th birthday party. Between us, BD and I made sure she attended every family event to which she was invited… and some to which she wasn’t. We threw parties when she turned 80, and 90, and 100.
By Marge Shoemaker, BS, MS
When Mom was approaching her 96th birthday, she informed us that she wasn’t having a birthday that year. “My sister died on her 96th birthday. I don’t want to die on mine…so I’m not celebrating it,” she declared. We had coincidental non-birthday gatherings every day of her birthday week. The kids stopped to visit because “they were in the neighborhood.” We brought pizza and said, “We were hungry and thought maybe you were, too.” We’d go to lunch and “just happen” to run into other family or friends at the restaurant. Mom knew she was loved. She was Grandma Ag to all of our friends…and to many of our kids’ friends, too. When Dan’s friends take him on these road trips, he knows he’s loved. Every time you do something nice…share a small kindness…for someone else, you show them that you love them. Take Uncle Ron to a concert in the park. Give Aunt Angie a drive in the country on a beautiful spring day. Take a neighbor out to lunch…or just go over and spend time sitting and talking on the porch or patio. Call someone you haven’t talked to for a while. A few moments mean a lot. Sometimes a hug means more. Happy February! This month, take the time to show some love. Editor’s Note: Marge has three children, two grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. She holds advanced degrees in education. Her life’s mission is to teach everyone that kids are people, too. WE
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Positive Perspective
Are You Taking Life Way Too Seriously? Laughter is the Answer! I’ve concluded that many of us—myself included—are taking life way too seriously. We walk around with frowns on our faces, hurrying to reach our next appointment or get our next task accomplished. We have an opinion about everything—whether it is any of our business or not. We find ourselves getting into political “discussions” (i.e., arguments) and religious “conversations” (i.e., arguments.) How did this happen? Just a short while ago, we were focused on what we appreciated in life, how many blessings we had, how happy we were! Well, we could blame the media. (Blame always feels better than guilt!) We could blame our bosses. We could blame our spouses. “If you could kick the person in the pants responsible for most of your trouble, you wouldn’t sit for a month.” —Unknown Oh, so maybe we need to take responsibility and kick ourselves in the pants? The problem with this approach is that the last thing we need right now is to beat up on ourselves. After all, we wouldn’t kick another human being when they were down, would we? Why do we think it’s okay to beat up on ourselves? But what do we do? If we don’t get ourselves out of this funk, we may actually go crazy! “If we couldn’t laugh, we would all go insane.” —Jimmy Buffett
By Janet Van deWalle
Ah, the magic potion—laughter! Why do we so often forget this remedy? Whenever I find myself taking life way too seriously, I look back over the previous several weeks and realize that there has been very little laughter happening. I’ve been rushing, pushing, arguing—but hardly a smile or a giggle in the midst! Before I know what has happened, I’ve lost my sense of humor and then everything goes to heck! “Laughter gives us distance. It allows us to step back from an event, deal with it and then move on.” —Bob Newhart Being able to let go and laugh gives us the bridge to getting to where we want to be—that place that we were, not so very long ago. Laughter is the path that allows us to let go of our exaggerated sense of self importance—so we don’t have to take life so seriously. Laughter is the answer! Still not convinced? I’ll end with this: “We would like to leave you with this very clear knowing that we hold: You are just a few laughs away from letting a whole lot of good stuff in. You are just a few kisses away from letting a whole lot of good stuff in. You are just a little bit of relief away from letting a whole lot of good stuff in.” —Abraham/Hicks
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