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Publisher’s Notes
A Great Match Autumn, here we come! By now, most of us have gotten into the routine of the new season. Kids are back in school. Sweater weather should be here by the time this issue comes out. Fall is such a bittersweet season to me. I love the fire pits, the football, the crisp air. If I didn’t know what was coming next, it most likely would be my favorite season! My family is in the final preparation stages for my son’s wedding to his longtime girlfriend, Sam. My granddaughters, Savannah (13) and McKenna (7), are going to be in the wedding. Savannah will be the junior bridesmaid, and McKenna will be the flower girl. They are both very excited. They get to have their hair done on the day of the wedding by my sister-in-law, Teresa Albracht, get manicures a couple of days prior, and will be wearing two VERY pretty dresses! My great-nephew, Fox, who is two, will be the ring bearer. It should be a great ceremony. There is lots of excitement running through the families! Everyone is checking the weather multiple times a day. Today, it looks good…72 degrees and sunny. Beautiful! We are all keeping our fingers crossed that the forecast holds. When two people decide to join their lives together, it is a very special, spiritual thing. Think about the commitment that this means! It is choosing one another over everyone else. It is proclaiming to the world that you love one another and want to be together for the rest of your lives. Adam and Sam have been together for almost 11 years, but I would guess that this will be a very special day in their lives. Making it “official” is not just a legal step. Getting married is a day to celebrate one another and to have friends and family witness the union and celebrate together. I must admit that I am curious as to whether they will feel different after the marriage is official. I’m going to give them a month or two and then ask them. My guess is that the answer will be yes. I believe Adam and Sam know each other better than most people out there who head down the aisle. Knowing the person that you have chosen to spend the rest of your life with is a step in the right direction to having a healthy relationship. It’s hard to fake being someone you’re not for 11 years! Adam and Sam have seen each other through some difficult times, and they seem very happy with one another. I think it’s going to be a GREAT MATCH…Congratulations, kids! I’ll let you know next month how it goes. Enjoy the fall!
Points of Interest The Vickeridge, in the Havelock neighborhood, has the latest in fall fashion for women. See page 11. This month, Homestead Rehab is starting their brain injury program. Flip to page 5 for more information. Get your carpets cleaned for the holidays! Heaven’s Best Carpet Cleaning has great specials for you. Read more about them and their services in our Out and About article on page 24, and view their ad on page 1. Pharmacy Solutions wants to know if you or someone you know could benefit from hormone replacement therapy. To schedule your appointment, find their contact info on page 8. Enjoy a great discount on microblading and a relaxing atmosphere at Brow Art by Tawn. Learn more on page 23. Franklin’s Treasures and Treats is the place to get all of your scrapbooking supplies…and so much more. Turn to page 16 for more information. A-1 Cabinet and Granite tells us about all of their services and products in our Business Style article on page 12. Flip to the outside back cover to see their ad, too. It’s time for some great fall events at Cause for Paws! Have fun shopping while supporting a great cause. See their event schedule on page 8. Women’s Edition is Now Hiring! Women’s Edition is looking for a full time Advertising Sales Account Executive. For more details, see our ad on page 36.
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Inside This Edition 2 Publisher’s Notes
28 Healthy Living
6 Fashion Worthy
30 The Market Place
9 Zodiac Forecast
32 Income Outcome
10 Weekend Gourmet
33 Kids Comments
12 Business Style
34 View From The Top
14 A Woman’s Work
35 The Good Life Until you’ve lived with physical pain, you don’t know how fortunate you were to have once been pain-free. Massage is good for both mind and body.
16 Interiors By Design 22 Good Looks All of us who undergo cancer treatment deserve to feel good about ourselves. There are more choices than ever to help women rediscover themselves during and after cancer treatment.
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Top Runway Dressing Moments Fall and Winter 2018 By Holly Bell
What is the simplest and quickest way to look pulled-together from head to toe? You won’t find a better solution than the one-piece practicality of the dress! If it’s been awhile since you’ve tried on dresses, you need to go for it this fall. Today’s shapes are so easy and so varied, everyone can find a style that fits and flatters. The shapes range from body-conscious to body-skimming to the ease of a fit and flare or even the wonderfully modified tent shape. The fabrics are easy to care for and are full of stretch for packability and comfort that looks great from dawn to dark. Add some leggings and pull on some tall boots, and you will be warm and comfortable—not to mention fashionable and professional! Designers are having fun this year with patterns and vibrant colors. Head-to-toe red makes an empowering statement and definitely turns heads! Bold animal prints like leopard, tiger, and zebra are here to stay in many intonations. They’re best worn with little adornment. Remember to keep it simple when choosing to wear an animal print—the print says it all, so it’s virtually a throw-on-and-go look. You’ll be able to find animal prints in your favorite color, no matter what your favorite color is. Fabulous in red leopard, Tom Ford’s ensemble was the hit of the fall runway in contrast to the sheer looks of last summer. Some designers have opted for a more modest look for fall. High necklines and longer lengths prevail throughout the season, which is good news for those of us who are cold-blooded or prefer a more modest look. Just because you aren’t showing much skin, that doesn’t mean you can’t shine—high-shine fabrics are key this season. Shiny silver and other glossy materials like multi-toned metallics are offering an exciting, edgy element. Fall florals are also blossoming on the runway and offer an interesting juxtaposition when worn with a faux fur jacket. Menswear-inspired tailoring will be important this year. One of my favorite looks is a tweed jacket worn over a dress. Adding a bit of swagger, tweed is surprisingly versatile and works with most other patterns and most any color. Usually black or brown with flecks of color in between, tweed seems to pick up whatever color you are wearing with it. This year, classic tweed will be bringing a chic and tasteful touch to skirts, jackets, coats, and dresses. Other Savile Row fabrics such as herringbone, plaids, and checks also add a touch of sophistication to this year’s fall collections. If you’re feeling a little daring, try layering and mixing these patterns together, along with a solid tone. You might be surprised! It can work really well and look totally new and innovative. Fringe was hot a couple of years ago, and it is back in a big way. It has a luxurious, more refined look this time around (rather than the bohemian feel of the past). Fringed dresses reminiscent of the 1920s will be a fun option. Fashion
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influencers will be wearing fringe, ties, and narrow scarves dangling from their waistlines this year. Part of the fringe rage is a decidedly western influence in fall fashion. Along with the fringe, western details such as flapped pockets and cowboy prints will sneak into dresses, tops, and jackets. If you’re going to go this route, remember that a little touch of the west goes a long way; be frugal with this trend so you don’t overdo it. Leather dresses will be dominating this fall and winter. If you’re picturing black leather, forget about it! Leather was served up in butterscotch and lime green at fashion shows this fall. Warm, supple, and surprisingly forgiving, a leather dress would be a great option to add to your fall wardrobe. For an impressive fashionista look that would be appropriate for almost any occasion, try topping that leather dress with a tailored tweed jacket. In the world of fashion, every new season takes flashes from the past for inspiration. In 2018, we are taking cues (gentle cues!) from the 1980s. Shoulders are looking a little more assertive; color-blocking is making a return. Belts are landing up around the waist rather than slung around the hips, and the belts are coming in both narrow and wide styles. The most important cue from the designers this year is timeless wearability. Classic fabrics that we love will appear this fall and winter to comfort us with their ease and familiarity. Worn with a few new twists but always with an eye toward comfort, there is nothing not to like about this year’s fall fashions— especially the ubiquitous favorite dress! 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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Happy birthday, Libra! This month, your purposes will be fulfilling personal pleasures and being happy. You feel extremely empowered to achieve your spiritual goals. Emotional happiness will be more significant than financial ambitions and outer success. You will enjoy your interests, such as travel and intellectual studies. Health will be superb, and pleasant relationships with others will enhance your well-being. Scorpio (Oct 23–Nov 21) October will be an outstanding month for various facets of your life, including love and personal finance. You are determined to accomplish your goals, and you are taking charge of what course of action you should pursue. Sagittarius (Nov 22–Dec 22) Career ambitions take center stage this month. Now is the time to take courageous actions to accomplish goals and leave roadblocks in the dust. Capricorn (Dec 23–Jan 19) Your emphasis in October is to enhance your public and professional image. You have gained enough emotional strength in the past few months to concentrate on ambitions with confidence. Aquarius (Jan 20–Feb 18) Career will take center stage this month. Your goals can be accomplished through social interactions with others who are eager to assist with your career ambitions. Pisces (Feb 19–Mar 20) Your professional life is about to reach a peak! You will want to gather your career plans and ambitions for the near future. You may also notice added passion in existing relationships this month.
Aries (Mar 21–April 19) Socially speaking, this month will be one of the happiest times of the year for you. Your main comforts will be love, spiritual pursuits, and interest in travel. Taurus (Apr 20–May 20) Your family and emotional issues take a back seat to your professional success. Scale down on assertiveness and seek out the cooperation of others to attain your goals. Gemini (May 21–Jun 20) This may not be the best time to strongly exercise your independence and free will. Your emotional security, along with home and family, will take priority. Cancer (Jun 21–July 22) This month will be exciting and full of socializing and get-togethers. Love paints a pretty picture, and relationships will be exhilarating and joyous. Leo (July 23–Aug 22) Your focus this month will be on home, family, and entertainment. There will be plenty of action—things are happening at a rapid pace. Positive transformation is on the horizon. Virgo (Aug 23–Sep 22) Emotional happiness is important this month. You will have the support of family and friends to complete your projected plans in the future. WE
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Harvest Moons & Dark Shadows—Hello, Fall! By Kate Beiting
Pumpkin Bread Mix 2 cups of sugar, 2 sticks of melted butter, 3 eggs, and 2 cups of pumpkin. Blend together 2 cups of flour, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 1 teaspoon of ground cloves, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon of nutmeg. Mix the dry ingredients into the wet. Fold in 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts (optional). Pour into three small greased loaf pans. Bake at 325 degrees for 60 minutes. Hot Beef Dip Sauté 1/2 cup of chopped pecans in 1/2 teaspoon of butter and set aside. Mix together 8 ounces of chopped chipped beef (located near the Spam in your grocery store), 2 Tablespoons of milk, 1/4 cup of chopped green pepper, 1 chopped green onion, 1/2 cup of sour cream, and salt and pepper. Pour into a pie plate and top with the pecans. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes. Hot Apple Cider Heat 1 gallon of apple cider in a Dutch oven with 1/3 cup of honey. Blend 1 1/2 teaspoons of ground allspice, 1 teaspoon of ground ginger, and 1/2 teaspoon of ground nutmeg. Add the spice
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A-1 Cabinet & Granite is definitely a business worth checking out before you make any decisions about a kitchen upgrade. Whether you are building a new home or remodeling your existing home, you owe it to yourself to get to know the A-1 difference. Designing or remodeling can feel overwhelming and even daunting. The experienced staff at A-1 Cabinet & Granite recognizes that and makes it their focus to ease your mind as you navigate the process. To get the very best service, they advise that you bring in your floorplans as well as all of your samples, including flooring, backsplashes, paint swatches—everything. The staff will help you sort it all out and bring it all together. That’s the fun part! Just watch as your vision becomes a reality for your home. They offer free on-site bids for semi-custom cabinetry and are happy to work directly with your contractor once you’ve made the design decisions. Before I spoke with the staff at A-1 Cabinet & Granite, I had no idea how much I didn’t know about countertop materials. They are so knowledgeable and thorough! For example, marble is a very popular choice for fireplaces and bathrooms, and it’s easy to see why— it’s simply beautiful. However, because it is softer than other stones or man-made surfaces, it stains easily. This makes it a less practical choice for countertops in the kitchen. Quartz is a natural stone, but most quartz countertops are actually man-made. The material commonly used for quartz countertops is made mostly of quartz but also contains resins and polymers. This makes it very durable and, notably, non-porous. This surface is low-maintenance and resistant to scratches, stains, and heat. You can see why it’s such a popular choice for kitchen counters! While quartz does have a high price point, you save a lot on stress and upkeep. Then, of course, there is granite. Your average granite installation will include protection with a sealer that is expected to last one or two years. That is just not good enough for A-1 Cabinet & Granite. They offer a sealer for their granite pieces that lasts 15 years. What peace of mind you will have knowing that your new granite countertops will be protected for the next 15 years! This sealer helps to avoid the chipping that can be caused by heavy pots and pans. Granite is also more cost-effective. Pricing varies, of course, and it goes up with special edging requests. At A-1 Cabinet & Granite, the basic edging package is always included at no extra charge. In addition to the Lincoln location at 1401 West Bond Circle, A-1 Cabinet & Granite also has an office in Des Moines, Iowa. They serve a four-hour radius from each location. The typical turnaround time for installation after placing your order is four to six weeks. Cabinets generally
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take two to three days to install, and countertops can often be installed in a single day. Many people who are dissatisfied with their kitchens hold off on remodeling because of the cost—they think that remodeling their kitchen will cost tens of thousands of dollars. This is simply not true when you work with A-1 Cabinet & Granite. Office manager Kim Choo notes that many kitchens can be fully remodeled with new countertops and cabinets for as low as $5,000. Kitchen cabinets typically range from $3,000 to $5,000, he says, depending on the size of the kitchen. Countertops depend primarily on your choice of material, starting as low as $32.99 per square foot. Customers at A-1 Cabinet & Granite often say they are pleasantly surprised by the reasonable pricing for such high-quality cabinets. “After shopping around, we felt discouraged,” says one such customer. “We knew what we wanted but couldn’t seem to find it within our budget...until we found A-1! We got the kitchen of our dreams without breaking the bank!” When it comes to remodeling your kitchen, there are so many choices and options available. Let the A-1 Cabinet & Granite staff help you find the right choices for you within your personal budget. You don’t have to compromise on quality to get a custom kitchen at a reasonable price—you just have to call A-1 Cabinet & Granite. If the high quality and low pricing aren’t enticement enough, you might just want to check out their one-year warranty and specialized customer service. They have everything you need to make your kitchen renovation complete, including cabinets, countertops, faucets, sinks, and hardware. For more information about the products and services at A-1 Cabinet & Granite, please call 402474-0848 or visit a1cng.com. WE
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The Spooky Season Here It Comes Again!
By Sharon Knierim
To me, October heralds the beginning of the holiday season, and it seems only natural that we spend this moment trying to scare the wits out of unsuspecting folks. Everyone needs a little harmless excitement now and then! Besides, we follow it in November with giving thanks for good harvests and for the blessings bestowed upon us. Then we really hit the big time with Christmas festivities. Of course, we don’t stop there! We wrap it all up with over-the-top New Year’s celebrations. I guess, once we start celebrating, it’s tough to give up all that fun. Although many of the major holidays come during the last few months of the calendar year, Halloween is the one that turns us into semi-scheming kids again. We all have special memories of Halloween trick-or-treating or pranks. Whether you are the target of a prank or acting as the instigator, keeping your sense of humor is what makes the holiday fun. Is it spooky? Sure, it can be awfully spooky. In fact, it can be just as spooky as we allow it to be. Spooky is fun! Gore and terror, however, can have some bad effects on us. We have to be sure that we don’t take it too far; that way, everyone can have fun…and that’s what Halloween is all about!
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In today’s world, at least as many adults as children revere and celebrate this holiday. Like most holidays, food and apparel are focal points, and themed gatherings and parties are in style. According to retailers, millions of dollars are spent each year on Halloween preparation, including costumes, food, decorations, parties, and games. Holiday celebrations don’t often have a competitive edge, but Halloween is that rare time when we vie for honors in cooking unusual dishes, wearing outrageous costumes, and entertaining ourselves and each other with games and ghostly traditions. If your trick-or-treating days are long past, you may recall dressing up in a ghostly sheet, in a cowboy or cowgirl costume,
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or perhaps in a pirate outfit. We were pretty well decked out in non-scary outfits and were usually recognized by our “victims” because at least one of our parents accompanied us around the neighborhood. Parents were probably sent out with us to keep a lid on the craziness that all kids seek when dressed in a costume. Wise parents could guide us by knowing which neighborhoods offered the best treats, which areas to avoid, and when to go home. A close friend of mine just told me that she and her friends used to start their Halloween adventure two or three nights before the actual October 31st hullabaloo. Apparently, they would knock on the front door, then run around the house and knock on the back door, then return to the front door to ring the doorbell, and then hustle off to another house full of unsuspecting residents. In the final analysis, she decided long ago that this bad habit probably greatly diminished the quality and quantity of treats finally handed out to little spooks on Halloween night. Sometimes, a prank does go just a little bit far! Sounds as though there were more tricks than treats. Also, it sounds like fun. Much of today’s neighborhood trickor-treating has been replaced by organized parties and gatherings. Shopping centers and local churches often sponsor safe and sane Halloween parties indoors, away from the unpredictable elements that the Midwest is known for. Adults are always present, and many of the yummy and sticky candy has been replaced by granola, or almonds, or apples. Is it as much fun? Well, that’s up to us! Fun is what you make it. Many adults love to throw Halloween parties. Costumes are usually required, and outlandish foods are a must. Fun? You bet these parties can be lots of fun. Life should be enjoyed! It’s good to be outrageous and step out of our everyday roles once in a while. Who says an accountant can’t be a vampire for one evening? Can a plumber become an astronaut? Why not? Everyone has a special Halloween memory. Here’s mine: In the fourth grade, one of our male classmates dressed in a costume (stuffed with pillows) and a wig with glasses to make himself look like our teacher, Miss Rosemary. Miss Rosemary did not appreciate his mimicry. She grabbed him by the ear and hauled him off to the principal’s office, where he spent the rest of the day. The lesson? It’s fun to have fun, but it’s not nice to ridicule someone else to have that fun. I hope you have a fun Halloween. Boo! WE
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Soothe Yourself Healthy Hobbies Improve Well-Being
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Between work, family, and a to-do list that never ends, life’s busy demands can sometimes feel overwhelming. One of the best ways to restore your sense of balance and improve well-being is to take up an enjoyable hobby. Research confirms that tapping into our creativity boosts positive mental health, provides an opportunity for mindfulness, encourages us to socialize, and combats cognitive decline. Autumn is the perfect time to try a new indoor hobby, like crafting. With cold weather just around the corner, get set to unplug and have some fun! In an era where hands are used primarily for swiping screens, we’ve lost touch with the benefits of tactile sensation. It’s no wonder that shaping things by hand has become one of the most popular trends in crafting—whether it’s working with soft, silky modeling clay or with malleable concrete that can be kneaded like dough, shaped without a mold, and dried without being fired in an oven. Our grandmothers understood the cathartic benefits of using our hands, as well as the social benefits of group projects. Through sewing circles and quilting parties, women connected with others in the community while busying their hands making the necessities of life. Our mechanized society may have eliminated the need to make things by hand, but our minds still crave the well-being found in meaningful effort. Quilting has made a real comeback. Today’s quilts are quirky and modern, are
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Many of our most treasured holiday ornaments and gifts are those made by hand—especially by the hands of children. Creating and giving holiday decorations and gifts is a terrific way to put everyone in the holiday spirit. The idea of creating something out of nothing but a little imagination and lots of love is what gift giving is all about. Handmade gifts are fun for the maker and special for the recipient. Items like cinnamonscented tree ornaments and holiday keepsakes are sure to be cherished by parents, relatives, and friends. Handmade invitations, stationery, and cards are fun and easy to make. For ideas and know-how, visit your local craft stores. Use your imagination to come up with one-of-a-kind greeting cards. The beautiful art of calligraphy has become one of the most popular hobbies among children and adults and can take creating greeting cards to the next level, making them even more personal and special. Home decorating projects are a fun way to give your space a fresh look. Breathing new life into old furniture by refinishing or painting has become a popular trend. Transform a dated dining hutch into a cheerful gardening station with colorful chalk or milk paint. Take design a step further by adding a pattern through stenciling or by using paint pens to draw designs on drawer fronts or tabletops. Create a gallery wall by arranging artwork or photos. Secondhand stores are treasure troves for finding unique frames that can be painted in fun colors. Stencil or hand-paint a tree on a blank wall and hang family photos on the branches for a whimsical family tree. Crafts can enrich your life and the lives of others. One of the best things about crafting is that it is multigenerational. Get your kids or grandkids involved in projects you can work on together after school or on weekends. Drop by your local crafting stores to see free demos, try new products or techniques, and sign up for classes. Crafting isn’t about producing something perfect. It’s about discovering the fun that can be had from tapping into one’s own creativity and the joy and satisfaction that comes with an end result that’s original and uniquely personal. Take some time out each week for yourself and your hobbies and feel empowered, excited, and recharged. Sources for this article included: familydoctor.org, headtohealth.gov.au, and berkeleywellness.com. WE
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The Rainbow After the Rain Reclaiming Your Sense of Self Post-Cancer
By Loretta McCollum
Surviving cancer requires strength, determination, and faith. This disease robs us of more than just our health. It alters our physical appearance, makes us question our femininity, and shakes our self-worth. We wonder if we will ever feel whole again. The good news is that there are more choices than ever to help women rediscover themselves during and after cancer treatment. Reconstructive surgery, permanent makeup and tattoos, and custom hairpieces are just a few of the ways to restore the body and renew the spirit. Hair loss can be one of the most devastating side effects of cancer treatment. Those long locks eventually grow back, but try rocking a shorter style in the meantime. If that’s not for you, consider a wig—they have come a long way from what you might be thinking. They are more comfortable than ever before and are available in a variety of materials and styles. Many insurance companies will cover part, if not all, of the cost; check with your own insurance provider for specifics. Synthetic wigs come in a multitude of colors and styles. They are affordable, low-maintenance, and feel much like natural hair. Color selection is basically unlimited, including many non-traditional colors. A monofilament wig looks very natural. Each hair in this type of wig is hand-sewn into a monofilament mesh, making it easy to part and style. Wigs made from human hair, although more costly, allow you to closely match the color and texture of
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Heaven’s Best Carpet Cleaning High-Quality Service, High Customer Satisfaction
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When potential customers arrive at Heaven’s Best Carpet Cleaning in Lincoln, they are always greeted with a warm smile by owner Shane Godtel. Shane and his staff are ready to help homeowners keep their carpets spotless, free from dirt, marks, or stains. They also do commercial work for business owners who want their office floors to look inviting. Their main services include carpet, upholstery cleaning, wood floor cleaning, and tile and grout. This family-owned company serves residential and commercial customers in the counties of Lancaster, Seward, and York. Shane started working for Lincoln’s Heaven Best Carpet Cleaning when he and his wife were expecting a child. When the chance to run the business came up in 2005, Shane did not hesitate to take the opportunity. As someone who has wanted to own his own business since college, Shane works hard every day to make his company grow and to make his customers happy with each service. “We want people to know the kind of business we are and what we stand for,” Shane says. Since his first day, his customers’ satisfaction has been his highest priority.
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What sets Heaven’s Best Carpet Cleaning apart from other carpet cleaning companies? Aside from stellar customer service, they also offer an uncommon cleaning method that leaves a customer’s carpet fresh, spotless, and dry—in only one hour! When they hire Heaven’s Best Carpet Cleaning, customers do not have to worry about tiptoeing on a wet carpet for hours, Shane points out, or worry about finding another stain later. Customers do not even have to stay out of the house to
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wait for the carpet to dry! The cleaner is pet-friendly and nonAs a family man, Shane always strives for honesty and toxic, so there’s no need to worry about kids and pets getting integrity when dealing with both his customers and his staff down on the floor. When families come home after a long day of members. He says he is inspired by his faith to always lead work or school, Shane says, they can relax with the fresh smell of with kindness and honesty. According to their online reviews, smooth, clean carpet. his customers appreciate this approach. “I have been using this Of course, some stains are tougher to remove than others. company for the past 11 years,” says customer Mary Beth. “They If Heaven’s Best Carpet Cleaning staff come across a stain that are very professional, do great work, and always go the extra is going to need a longer process to mile!” Bill and Connie rave, “We highly fully remove it, Shane will speak to recommend Shane Godtel and Heaven’s the customer about the problem and Best. We have been using Shane for many “We have been using recommend a solution. This high level of years. He is thorough, conscientious, and open communication, in addition to the trustworthy, and he does a wonderful job. Shane for many years. He great results, leads to a great many satisfied We know we can always count on Shane!” is thorough, conscientious, customers, he notes. In the rare event that The well-trained and knowledgeable a customer is not satisfied, Shane and his staff members at Heaven’s Best Carpet and trustworthy, and he staff are more than happy to talk through Cleaning always strive to provide the the problem and revisit the carpet to make highest quality of service and cleaning. does a wonderful job. sure that the customer is pleased with the In addition to residential and commercial We know we can always end result. carpet cleaning, Heaven’s Best Carpet Communication, Shane asserts, is Cleaning also cleans hardwood floors, area count on Shane!” an important aspect of his business. rugs, upholstery, and tile and grout. “We want to create customers for life,” One of Shane’s passions in life is to he says—to have customers return to Heaven’s Best Carpet help people. For those who have never hired professional carpet Cleaning whenever their floors need attention. To achieve this, cleaners before, Shane is always ready to answer any questions the staff must earn each customer’s trust. As part of the open you may have about the process. You can reach him in Lincoln communication process, price is always discussed clearly before at 402-475-4747 or stop in at Heaven’s Best Carpet Cleaning cleaning begins. Shane and his staff never pushes his customers at 8055 O Street, #122, in Lincoln. For more information about toward a price that was not agreed upon in advance. (For a the services provided by Heaven’s Best Carpet Cleaning, visit free estimate, you can fill out the online form at lincolnne. them online at heavensbestlincoln.com. To get service in Seward heavensbest.com.) County or York County, please call 402-204-0086. WE
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Good-Bye, Wrinkles! Plump Your Skin With Dermal Fillers By Kylie Gumpert
Let’s face it—nobody likes getting a shot. However, if an injection can curb the signs of aging? Well, that’s something that nearly 10 million Americans got behind in 2017, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. It’s not just Botox, either! The anti-aging and plumping game has changed quite a bit over the years. Today, there are more than 20 different kinds of dermal filler options, including synthetic compounds as well as the materials from your own body. Let’s take a look at a few options to help you navigate the issue. First, did you know that there are two different types of wrinkles? Dynamic wrinkles are caused by muscle movements, such as smiling, frowning, and squinting. These repetitive movements create lines around the eyes, mouth, and nose, as well as on the forehead. Static wrinkles, on the other hand, are not caused by movement. They are due to a loss of elasticity in the skin that can lead to sagging jowls or cheeks that have lost their youthful fullness. If you want to address the look of dynamic wrinkles, Botox is about to be your best friend. Botox, which is short for Botulinum toxin A, is FDA-approved and is technically a neurotoxin. It works by blocking the nerve signals that tell muscles to contract—no movement, no wrinkle! There are three types of Botox formulations. The formulation affects how much of the toxin is given to a patient, how it spreads, and how long it lasts. When it comes to static wrinkles, freezing the underlying muscle isn’t going to make any difference. If you want the youthful plump you used to enjoy, what you need is a dermal filler. Fillers are all about increasing volume underneath the existing skin. There are generally five different filler types that can be injected into the skin, all of which have certain FDA-approved treatments. The filler with the most FDA-approved options is made from hyaluronic acid, which is naturally found in your skin and helps it stay hydrated. When it comes to thickness of injection material, hyaluronic fillers are on the thinner side. This means they might not last as long as other options, but the procedure itself may be more comfortable for the patient. Most of the time, patients can enjoy their new features for six months to a year. After that, the body starts to absorb the filler, and the results are diminished. FDA-approved hyaluronic acid fillers include those in the Juvéderm family (Juvéderm XC, Voluma, Volbella, and Vollure), the Restylane family (Restylane, Silk, Lyft, Refyne, and Defyne), and Belotero Balance. Depending on the filler brand and product, certain injections are created specifically for different areas of the face. For example, Juvéderm offers one hyaluronic filler meant for plumping cheeks, two meant for smoothing lines and wrinkles, and one made specifically to enhance lip size and fullness. Calcium hydroxylapatite (or CaHA, for those of us who don’t enjoy tongue twisters) is made from a naturally
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occurring substance found in the bones. The injection itself is thicker and is mainly used for deeper lines and wrinkles. Beyond filling, it is also meant to stimulate collagen production. That means that some patients will find that their skin is more resilient and youthful after treatment, even beyond the year of full, plump, wrinklefree skin that they can expect. There is currently just one FDA-approved CaHA treatment: Radiesse. Filler made from poly-L-lactic acid, which is also found in dissolvable stitches, is synthetic but has been deemed safe to place inside the body. Unlike other fillers, this treatment is actually absorbed by the body just a few days after it is injected. Its real function is to stimulate collagen production so that the body itself makes more, which means that results last more than two years— significantly longer than the results of other treatments. There is one FDA-approved poly-L-lactic acid treatment: Sculptra Aesthetic. Bellafill is another synthetic filler approved by the FDA. This treatment, which is made of polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA), contains collagen, as well. It is actually considered permanent because PMMA takes the form of tiny, microscopic spheres that do not dissipate over time. Bellafill is only approved for use around the mouth. Last, but not least, we have the longest-lasting filler option: fat injections. Fat is taken from another part of a patient’s body through liposuction and is then injected into the facial area. This treatment is more invasive than other dermal filler treatments because you must first undergo fat-harvesting surgery performed by an experienced and board-certified surgeon. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections are another treatment proving to be effective at reducing wrinkles and
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age lines. Platelets contain proteins that are important for healing, so an injection that contains a condensed amount of platelets is meant to speed up healing and collagen production. For the most part, PRP is used in cases of physical injury, but some studies are finding it can be an effective way to reduce wrinkles and age lines. A 2017 study published in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology found that PRP is tolerated well by patients and leads to significant wrinkle correction, especially for laugh lines. Let’s say your “problem” isn’t so much about wrinkles. Maybe it’s under-eye dark circles, also known as tear troughs. While there are no fillers specifically made for the eye area, certain hyaluronic injections, when used carefully, can minimize or nearly eliminate the dark or sunken look. When it comes to choosing a professional to inject your filler, you should use considerable scrutiny. After all, someone is injecting something into your face that will change how you look—you want to make sure your practitioner understands how different fillers work and what will work best for you. You don’t necessarily need a board-certified plastic surgeon, but not just anybody can perform cosmetic filler injections. Rules vary from state to state. Be sure to find out what certifications potential practitioners hold and whether they have significant experience doing filler injections. As with any cosmetic procedure, you should ask to see before and after photos of patients treated by your chosen medical professional. After treatment with dermal fillers, you should expect some short-term swelling, bruising, or slight irritation. Nodules (lumps underneath the skin) are an uncommon side effect that could be caused by an allergy or infection. These can form soon after an injection or even months or years later, so this is important to keep
in mind. As always, be sure that your practitioner is aware of any allergies or medical conditions that you have, and carefully review the patient labeling information for any filler you are considering. You may have seen dermal fillers advertised for sale online. Do not buy these! First of all, only a medical professional should be administering them. Second, there is simply no way for you to know if the filler is fake or contaminated. Liquid silicone and gels are not approved by the FDA to be used as fillers. While there is no specific limit on how many filler injections a person can get, the recommended frequency depends on the product used and the location in which it was placed. For example, someone who has received a PMMA filler like Bellafill around the mouth will not need to get another one because Bellafill is permanent. Someone who gets a hyaluronic acid injection from the Restylane family of products may need another one after a year or so to maintain the new aesthetic. The last thing to keep in mind is your skin type. If your skin is relatively thin, or if it is significantly loose or hanging, fillers may not make any difference—or they may even do more harm than good. It’s important to consult with an experienced medical professional. Based on your current situation and your aesthetic goals, an option like surgery may be more appropriate or effective than dermal fillers. Now that you know the basics, talk to a medical professional about what dermal fillers can do for you! You may be a great candidate to join the growing number of Americans enjoying the youthful look they regained with dermal fillers. Sources for this article included: plasticsurgery.org, americanboardcosmeticsurgery.org, medicalnewstoday.com, orthoinfo. aaos.org, aao.org, fda.gov, and ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. WE
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Healthy Living
Lancaster Rehabilitation Center Patient-Centered Therapy—That’s Fun! By Jodi Fuson
To hear Shirley Sladek tell it, the physical and occupational therapy offered at Lancaster Rehabilitation Center is a really good time.“They made therapy fun,” says the 75-year-old former patient. Shirley fractured her left femur and was admitted on June 15th for rehabilitation. Working with occupational and physical therapists two times every day, Shirley manipulated weighted bean bags and pulleys and rode a NuStep recumbent bike. She occasionally kicked, batted, and tossed balls back and forth with a patient partner. She was never bored with therapy, she says.“They kept coming up with new stuff all the time.” Chad Schlueter, the program director, praises the ingenuity and dedication of the therapists at Lancaster Rehabilitation Center. All 20 therapists are employed by RehabCare, a nationwide provider of physical, occupational, and speech-language rehab services. With a doctor’s order, Chad shares, anyone at the skilled nursing and rehabilitation center can receive therapy. Outpatient therapy is available, as well, primarily for former patients who already have a connection with the facility. In addition to the top-notch rehab, another highlight of Shirley’s stay was the friendships she formed with three other patients. The foursome, named the Red Hot Rehab Ladies, shared breakfast, lunch, dinner, and, sometimes, therapy sessions. Shirley learned how to play Kings in the Corner with one of them while standing for 16 minutes for the sake of balance practice. She found the therapy room a great place to interact with other patients.“I tried to encourage them,” she says. Shirley was referred to Lancaster Rehabilitation Center by her brother, Norman Slama, who warned her that they would work her hard. Norman was a patient following an amputation and continues to return for the quarterly Rehab Reunion luncheons, to which all discharged patients are invited.“It’s a good way for us to keep our eyes on them,” explains Darcee Fricke, the business development coordinator. It also allows the facility staff to thank patients for choosing them and allows patients who made friends during their stay to reconnect, she adds. About 50 people attend each quarterly reunion. Lancaster Rehabilitation Center’s short-term stay program designates 30 private rooms for rehabilitation patients. These patients are typically coming from a hospital or other private facility following a surgery, fracture, stroke, or cardiac event. For those anticipating a stay, tours are recommended. With an Express Recovery ticket, future patients can reserve suites and let their discharge planners know their post-operative placement wishes. Many of Lancaster Rehabilitation Center’s patients come from Nebraska Heart Hospital and Bryan Heart. A specialized post–acute cardiac care wing features 15 beds and staff members who are trained by clinicians and cardiologists.
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In addition to physical and occupational therapy, Lancaster Rehabilitation Center provides speech therapy, including VitalStim, which helps improve swallowing ability by strengthening muscles with neuromuscular electrical stimulation. They also offer stroke rehabilitation, orthopedic injury and fracture therapy, and post-surgical recovery programs. Shirley successfully completed rehabilitation after 72 days and returned to her Friend home in late August. To prepare for her departure, she practiced climbing stairs and moving about inside and outside of the facility, finally meeting the discharge goal of covering 2,000 feet on both level surfaces indoors and uneven surfaces outdoors. Chad explains that the primary goal of rehabilitation is to return patients to their prior levels of performance and to compensate for ongoing deficits. In the world of rehabilitation, the process hasn’t changed much, he shares, but the patients tend to be more medically complex. New equipment, like the anti-gravity treadmill, assists patients who need to perfect their gait patterns or ease back into full weight-bearing mode. Electrical stimulation, ultrasonography, and balancing pads to focus on stabilizing muscles are additional tools. Patients have different needs and personality styles, Chad notes, so the therapy approach varies from person to person.“Some patients need a less formal approach, and some need to be poked and prodded a bit more.” For the most part, patients start and finish with the same therapists, but Chad says that he sometimes likes to mix it up for the sake of getting another set of eyes on a patient. The team of therapists meets daily to go over care plans and patient progress and to make any necessary modifications to the treatment plans, he adds. Lancaster Rehabilitation Center is located at 1001 South Street, in Lincoln. The facility has 293 licensed beds in a mixture of private and semi-private rooms. They offer not only rehabilitation services but also memory care, long-term care, respite care, and hospice care. It is a private-pay facility and accepts most private insurance, in addition to Medicare and Medicaid. To schedule a tour or reserve a suite for an anticipated rehabilitation stay, call 402-470-1767. For more information or to view photos of this beautiful facility, visit lancasterrc.com. WE
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We Conquer Ourselves Breaking Through Your Illusionary Limits I have had several occasions where I have had to deal with a particular individual in business situations. I was discussing that person’s typical response with a friend of mine when he commented that it sounded like the kind of person who, after events occur, often says, “What happened?” I thought that was interesting and probably accurate. That associate has never seemed very proactive nor willing to take on any risks. “There are three categories of people in industry: the few who make things happen, the many who watch things happen, and the overwhelming majority who have no idea what happened." —O. A. Battista That sort of person won’t be the best contributor to any organization and, in fact, will slow the success of an organization. Anyone who isn’t a sail is an anchor; instead of moving things along, they drag everyone down. “What holds so many employees back is an unwillingness to pay the price, to make the extertion, and the effort to sacrifice their ease and comfort.” —Orison Marden Some folks appear to have lost their zest for life. They seem to be going through the motions without enthusiasm, excitement,
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or joy. They definitely don’t seem to be having very much fun. Sometimes, we just feel so beaten up by life, and we don’t feel enough support around us. Sometimes, we just feel like coasting. “Far too many people sit back and coast just when they should be moving to the edge of their seats and hitting the accelerator.” —Les Brown The worst thing about coasting is that it can become a very comfortable habit of living. If it becomes comfortable, we start overvaluing things like “safety” and “security.” The worst thing about valuing these illusions is that we stop taking risks, we stop setting bigger and better goals, we stop having great visions for our great life. It is so important to realize that the limits you experience are also illusions. There probably are no real limits for you to experience in your career, your relationships, your social life, your overall quality of life. However, if you don’t take risks, then you can’t get to that special moment when you experience the joy and thrill of breaking through your illusionary limits—your fears, doubts, and worries— and create your life the way you truly want it to be. You can conquer this, but only if you are willing to make the exertion and the effort to sacrifice your ease and comfort. You must gather your courage, set your sights on your goals, conquer your limitations, and succeed. WE
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Planning Ahead Doesn’t Always Work Give ’Em a Break Do you ever feel like you take two steps back for every step you take forward? It’s frustrating! I try to plan ahead. I do everything I think is necessary to get a task done. Then, something out of my control happens, and I fall behind. For example: Last spring, there were several maintenance projects I wanted to accomplish before summer came and it got too hot. I talked to my Lawn Guy about weeding and feeding and seeding the yard. He agreed. I mentioned to my Handy Man that I wanted to get the house and deck painted. He said he could do that. Prices for both jobs were agreed upon, and I bought the necessary materials. Everything was stored where they had access. So far, I was ahead of the game. Then, I went out of town for a couple of weeks, and the weather turned unseasonably hot while I was gone. The grass turned brown from thirst. Oops! I’d forgotten to have the sprinkler system turned on. Lawn Guy called and suggested not applying the weed/feed/seed because it wouldn’t take without water. Good idea. Handy Man got started painting, but it was so hot that the paint was drying almost before the brush touched the wood. Not good. That job also got postponed. I have a “go with the flow” kind of attitude. Don’t worry about things you have no control over. If you can do something about it, do it. If not, don’t worry about it. Weather is going to happen! I got the sprinkler system turned on as soon as I got
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home...and then we had a period of serious rain. Handy Man couldn’t paint wet wood, and there’s no way to keep the rain from hitting the house, short of erecting a dome over it. The project had to be put back on hold. Lawn Guy had a family emergency to deal with, so the lawn project was also put on hold again. Now, I’m sitting here with two major projects unfinished. Lawn Guy has kept up with mowing, but the weed, feed, and seed directions said it should be applied either in the cool of the spring or the cool of the fall, so we’ll have to wait until the weather cooperates. Handy Man got part of the painting done before he, too, was distracted by a family emergency. It’s out of my hands. I just hope it all gets done this fall. What does this have to do with kids? They also make plans that fall apart through no fault of their own. When that happens, parents sometimes get mad and yell about sticking to the job. Take a look, though. Was there really anything they could have done differently? Did they learn from their mistakes? (I did!) Talk to them. Remember, kids are people, too. Give ’em a break. 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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Billy’s Restaurant Take Your Time and Enjoy Your Meal By Kit Boesch
Many of us from the Lincoln area remember the restaurant The Lincoln Exchange. The Chautauqua Bar inside was a conversation piece in its own right, and the wait staff was phenomenal. It was where “everyone who was anyone” went on a Friday after work, until the unthinkable happened—it closed! At the time, one of those excellent staff members was a young man by the name of Nader Farahbod. Born in Iran, Nader had come to the United States just out of high school, and his first job was as a kitchen employee at The Lincoln Exchange. When he was promoted to kitchen manager, he never imagined that, one day, he would own and operate one of the top-rated restaurants in the city of Lincoln. Built in 1887, Billy’s Restaurant appears to be a small house at 1301 H Street. Surrounded by a small iron-rod fence, with flags draped in the front, the house blends right in with the neighborhood. If you didn’t know what you were looking for, you might end up walking right past it. However, your first step inside tells you a much different story. Words like beautiful, elegant, intimate, and classic come to mind. You see, Billy’s isn’t just any house. It was, at one time, the home of Charles Dawes, who went on to serve as vice president under Calvin Coolidge. Mr. Dawes and his friend and neighbor, William Jennings Bryan, often stayed long hours at the house, discussing politics and the state of the country in the 1890s. The Chautauqua Bar in the house was named for the adult education movement, popular in the 1920s, that was designed to bring culture to communities with speakers, teachers, preachers, and lawmen of the day. Today, Nebraska state senators and lobbyists still mingle at the Chautauqua Bar to discuss the challenges of the day when the Nebraska Legislature is in session. Information about the history of the home can be found throughout the restaurant. Nader walks among his patrons, welcoming them to Billy’s, telling jokes while they wait for their food, and checking at the end of the meal to be certain they were satisfied with their lunch or dinner. Now the owner and executive chef, Nader takes great pride in the quality and presentation of his cuisine. This year, Trip Advisor rated Billy’s in the top 10 (out of 691) restaurants in Lincoln. There are several reasons for this outstanding rating, and the first reason is cost. All lunches are under $10, and that includes cuisine options like sandwiches, pastas, and salads. For dinners, diners have the options of lamb, stead, duck, chicken, veal, and fresh seafood. When asked how he can keep his costs down at a time when most eateries are increasing prices, Nader credits
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his small, dedicated staff of only 4 to 5 people, including himself. When you treat employees with respect, they will be dedicated to their work, he says, so you won’t have to waste money on replacing and retraining staff on a regular basis. The second reason for the great rating is the cuisine. Most of the delicious options served for lunch can be expanded to a full dinner. Billy’s is also different from places with a “hurry-up mentality,” Nader points out, because Billy’s encourages a relaxed atmosphere. In fact, Nader hopes that diners take at least two hours to soak in the outstanding food and intimate atmosphere. This atmosphere includes a full-service bar as well as dining in one of three private dining rooms, with enough seating overall for 80 patrons. If you come for lunch, the parking lot may be full, but street parking surrounds the restaurant. A handicapped-accessible ramp is located at the rear of the building, just off the parking lot. The last thing that makes Billy’s so special is the feeling of community. Chef Nader believes in giving back. Billy’s is well known for its incredible catering at events for local charities like The Food Bank, Child Advocacy Center, Child Guidance Center, and March of Dimes. Nader recently finished presentations for pork producers and dairy producers at the Nebraska State Fair. Anyone who has had the privilege of talking with Nader Farahbod will tell you of the many funny stories he tells that paved the way to the Billy’s of today. However, when asked how he would like to be remembered, he grows serious. “Every day, I know I am living someone else’s dream life,” he says. “I am very grateful for everything God has given to me.” It’s best to make reservations at Billy’s, especially on a Friday evening. Billy’s is also known for hosting special events like wedding receptions, birthday parties, and graduation celebrations. Billy’s is open for lunch and dinner, Monday through Friday, and for dinner on Saturdays. For more information, please call 402-474-0084 or visit billysrestaurant.com. WE
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Massage Getting the Relief You Knead By Holly Tierney-Bedord
Until you’ve lived with physical pain, you don’t know how fortunate you were to have once been pain-free. Luckily, one of the most effective and relaxing ways to feel better has been around for millennia— the practice of massage therapy. “The Yellow Emperor’s Classic Book of Internal Medicine” was written in China nearly 5,000 years ago, and it is still considered the definitive teaching guide of modern massage, acupuncture, acupressure, and herbology. Over the centuries, massage has become common all over the world. Massage is good for both mind and body. It has been proven effective in reducing pain, increasing circulation, helping injured muscles heal, lowering blood pressure and heart rate, and reducing stress. These results are documented in many studies, including a study on Swedish massage therapy that was published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine in 2010. It showed that just a single session of Swedish massage increased circulating lymphocytes and decreased interleukin levels, suggesting that massage has a role to play in the management of inflammatory and autoimmune conditions. There are many varieties of massage, from deep tissue to hot stone and everything in between. Western massage tends to be more about direct contact with muscles, whereas Eastern massage techniques often incorporate energy work into the massage. It’s helpful to know what to expect if you partake in some of the more popular massage options out there. Swedish massage, sports massage, and deep tissue massage are all Western massage therapy techniques. These methods use a variety of deep and light strokes, kneading, percussion-like motions, and friction to address pain, and they can be very effective if you’re healing from an injury. Deep tissue massage tends to be more intense than Swedish massage. Sports massage tends to focus primarily on an area of injury that needs attention. Lotion or oil is used in all three methods, which means you can expect to disrobe for these styles of massage. If you’re stressed and new to massage, a Swedish massage is a great starting point. Aromatherapy massage is usually some version of a deep tissue massage with the addition of fragrant essential oils, further promoting relaxation and wellbeing. Hot stone massage (during which heated stones are placed on the skin) is great for loosening muscles and the tension within them. You can also plan to disrobe for this style of massage, in order to feel the full benefits of the hot stones. Shiatsu massage stimulates acupressure points on the body, improving energy flow, balance, stress-related problems, and conditions like insomnia and sciatica. Since this method of massage does not use lotion or oil, wearing loose clothing is recommended. Thai massage is a bit like guided yoga, with the instructor gently moving your body into different poses. Loose clothing is
recommended for this style of massage, as well. Pregnancy massage focuses on an expectant mother’s back pain and swollen ankles, typically using a Western approach of hands-on, gentle kneading. (If you’re wondering how a pregnant woman can lie on her stomach on a massage table—these tables are specially designed to accommodate a pregnant belly.) Reflexology is all about your feet (and, sometimes, your hands and ears), which many people believe are like tiny maps of what’s happening throughout the entire body. A reflexologist will address everything from digestive problems to migraines by massaging the particular place on the feet, hands, or ears that corresponds to whatever issues are ailing you. Lymphatic massage uses gentle pressure to remove waste fluids from damaged lymph nodes. While most massage therapy techniques stimulate muscles, this technique’s primary goal is to detoxify the body. If you’ve never gotten a massage before, don’t be afraid to call ahead and ask what the experience will be like. Your questions might seem silly to you, but massage therapists likely hear them all the time and will be happy to answer them. It makes sense to be sure that your needs align with the massage technique that you choose. A deep tissue massage, for instance, is great for many people, but it may not be right for someone with lymphedema. You’ll have a better experience if you do a little homework ahead of time. Whatever health concern troubles you, there is likely a form of massage that may be able to address it. With the many benefits that massage therapy offers, you don’t need to feel that getting a massage is a luxury. In fact, your health insurance may even cover all or part of your massage treatment. Take advantage of this age-old practice that has proven health benefits. Massage is good for your mind, body, and soul! Sources for this article included: allalliedhealthschools. com, ncbi.nlm.nih.gov, verywellhealth.com, healthline.com, and abwmassage.com. WE October 2018
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Positive Perspective
Be Passionate Again You Don’t Have to Stay Stuck Do you ever feel stuck? You know what I mean. The passion is gone. You’re tired. There is no thrill in your life. You struggle to get out of bed, get to work, do your job. At home, you bark at the kids, annoy your spouse. You find yourself asking, “Is that all there is?” “Are you bored with life? Then throw yourself into some work you believe in with all your heart, live for it, die for it, and you find happiness that you had thought could never be yours.” —Dale Carnegie Wait a minute—you say—I already did that! I created a job that I loved. It’s just that, well, I’ve been doing it for so long, the thrill is gone, there is no excitement, no challenge. Life is such an interesting journey. We are constantly looking around us, making decisions as to what we want to have happen— what we want to create. Sometimes, things turn out exactly like we had imagined. We get just what we said we wanted. Standing in this new place, this new reality, we realize that there are things about this creation that we didn’t force when we originally launched our creation. Then, many of us begin to feel stuck. We lose the passion that got us here in the first place. What’s a human being to do? “Whatever you can do, or believe you can, begin it. Boldness has genius, power, and magic in it.” —Goethe
Is that really possible? Can we take a look at where we are currently standing and set new goals, make a new decision? Can we begin a new creation? Can we boldly go where we’ve never gone before? This is what creation is all about. It is an ever-evolving work of art. So many of us are concerned with “getting it done.” Well, we will never get it done! Our wants, our desires are always going to change. We create something and then we stand in that place of achieving it. The contrast once we have arrived shows us what we like about our creation…and what we don’t. We then make a new decision, based on where we are today and launch a new decision, a new creation. The trap that many of us set ourselves is believing that we are stuck. Is it safer to stay with what you’ve already created? Of course. Is it scary to expand your creation and make the decision that you want more? Certainly. Realize, though, that when you launched your original creation it was a little scary, too! “Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.” —Mark Twain Life is an ever-evolving creation. We don’t have to stay stuck. We can make a new decision. We can start to have fun and be passionate again. We can return to the purpose of our lives. WE
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