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Editor’s Notes

A Mother’s Love Only Grows… The saying, “April showers bring May flowers” certainly doesn’t seem to apply to us this year. What a beautiful spring we are enjoying! Since I’m writing this in the middle of April, things could still change, but for now I am getting the bug to start planting flowers and digging in the dirt! To be on the safe side, though, they always recommend waiting until after Mother’s Day to plant. That doesn’t mean that I won’t be out doing the winter cleanup in the yard and getting the beds and pots ready for planting. To all of our mom readers: Happy Mother’s Day! Unlike other holidays, Mother’s Day is all about us! If your household is anything like mine, the whole family gets together and the men do the cooking and the cleanup. Believe me, I so love and appreciate someone else cooking for me, since I’m the one who usually does it. My daughter, Brittany, will be celebrating Mother’s Day as a mother for the first time this year, as she is now a new mom— congratulations, honey! A mother’s love will only grow more with time! I can’t wait for us girls to be able to kick up our feet and relax together this year; we always have so much fun. It’s certainly one of life’s simple pleasures! (For any of you fathers who might be reading this: We always reciprocate on Father’s Day!) The biggest pleasure of all, of course, is having all of our children and grandchildren together to just hang out with each other. I feel so amazingly blessed that we are such a close family and that our kids and grandkids actually like spending time with us! In addition to Mother’s Day, my daughter will also celebrate her birthday this month, on May 6th. I have to confess that I still make my kids their favorite meals for their birthdays. Since Brittany is just not that into cake, I have started making her a birthday pie. I rather like the idea of birthday pie! Happy birthday, honey! I hope you really enjoy your special day. I love you to the moon and back! Memorial Day is coming up, which means we have a three-day weekend! Memorial Day, however, is more than just backyard barbecues and getting together with family and friends. Let’s not forget to honor those who have died serving our country in order to preserve our freedom. It’s because of that freedom that I still believe we live in the greatest country in the world.

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Inside This Edition 2 Editor’s Notes

34 Healthy Living

6 Fashion Worthy

36 The Market Place

8 Business Style

38 Cuddly Critters

9 Zodiac Forecast

39 Auto Wise

Happy birthday, Taurus! If you are contemplating a new adventure, the time is now! This will allow you to spend extra time with loved ones.

12 Weekend Gourmet

40 Income Outcome Know that the Universe has our back—always has our back. Make a decision to trust, have faith, and keep moving forward. Stop looking back.

16 A Woman’s Work

41 The Good Life

18 Fresh Concept

42 To Your Good Health

Between rising divorce rates and new legal questions stemming from same-sex marriage laws, issues are constantly arising that are best handled by an expert in family law.

20 Interiors By Design 30 Good Looks 32 Out and About

44 View From The Top 46 Home Works While it’s impossible to take all the stress out of moving, there are certain professionals and services for hire that can really take the edge off.

48 Positive Perspective

33 Kids Comments

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Editor/Account Executive Vicki Kahler

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16 Art & Editorial Director Erin Lanza

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Fashion Worthy

Let’s Spoil Mom… With Summer Inspirations! By Holly Bell

Let’s show the moms, grandmothers, and other special ladies in our lives some love this Mother’s Day! With a little effort, we can bring that beautiful smile to Mom’s face. She has been there for us, so let’s show her that her hard work is appreciated. Sometimes, moms have a hard time pampering themselves. Let’s get her a head start on some much-needed pampering featuring thoughtful gifts with summer in mind. Warm temperatures bring thoughts of the beach. Even if you don’t live near a beach, you can pretend with floral and beachy scents! A gift of a wonderful lotion, perfume, or scented candle with hints of coconut oil and paradise would be welcomed by any woman. Speaking of the beach, how about a gorgeous beach towel for her next vacation? If she’s not planning a vacation yet, maybe your gift could be her inspiration! Doesn’t she deserve some time away from the pressures of her daily life? For vacationing or not, a woman always appreciates an easy, breezy dress. How about an effortless, cotton/linen blend shift dress? These are the hot trend for summer. So many women love the one-piece dressing aspect, along with the flattering shape, of the shift. Make some waves with floral and beach-inspired motifs on your mom (or yourself!). For the glamorous mom, a maxi- or midi-length summer dress may be just the ticket. You can’t beat the ease of a long dress—it’s appropriate for the beach, an evening out, and everything in between. If it’s a cool evening or you want some arm and shoulder coverage, just add a little bolero or tie a cardigan around your shoulders. All we need now to complete the look are some fantastic accessories. To go with her summer shift or maxi dress, let’s choose from an array of beautiful blue jewelry for the season. Blue is the perfect color for summer; whether turquoise, royal, or sky blue, it brings us the feeling of clear blue water and clear blue skies. Summer jewelry is so much more fun than jewelry for the other seasons! Brimming with starfish motifs, sparkling Swarovski crystal dangles, swingy tassels, or sand dollars and shells, a gift of summer jewelry is one she will bring out every year and think of you! Since the warmer weather is here, how about a gift of an island-inspired handbag? We all need to put away that heavy, black leather satchel and move on

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to a brighter, lighter clutch or tote. Nothing completes the look of a summer frock like an adorable straw or lightweight fabric bag with some funky tassels or floral vibes. One of my favorites this year is a tote in white with gorgeous blue flowers, featuring the lettering “Seas the Day!” It’s a perfect and delightful gift for Mom, and for you and me too! Summer may be warm, but those evening breezes sometimes still cool us down after dark. Fortunately for gift-givers, that gives us another great idea: a scarf or wrap. A trendy new scarf can brighten up last year’s outfits, bringing fresh life to them. Some gorgeous selections this year feature a dip-dye effect, where the ends of the scarf feature bold, brilliant color that fades into pastel tones. Also fun are lightweight chiffon and cotton scarves that feature tassels and other adornments. Larger scarves have so many uses. In a pinch, your scarf can be anything from a table cover to a Brazilian-inspired pareo! All you need is a little imagination (and a big scarf). Another thing that makes a scarf a great gift—you don’t have to worry about sizing or fit. How about helping protect your mom from the sun? A hat is a thoughtful gift. Couple the hat with a bottle of SPF lotion, and your thoughtful gift gets even more useful. For the sporty mom, choose a cute summer visor or a patterned baseball cap. For the mom who

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loves the outdoors, choose a hat with a brim to protect her while she is hiking, gardening, or relaxing on the beach. Mom will appreciate your thoughtfulness. One style that looks good on everyone is the fedora. It can be used as both casual and dressy, with not too large a brim. Many summer hats can now be folded up to fit in a suitcase or beach bag without ruining their shape! Such a great idea. Now that you are inspired to spoil your mom or the other women in your life, you may as well do a little spoiling on yourself. You know your mom is not the only one who deserves a treat! 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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Business Style

Life Can Be Toxic!

Restore Your Body’s Harmony at Colorado Life-Changing Care (formerly Health Source of Lakewood)

By Heather Pastorius

Are you fed up with feeling tired and wired? For many of us, these feelings have become all too familiar. Every day, we are bombarded by the day-to-day stresses of life and toxins in the environment. It’s no wonder that our bodies present us with so many seemingly unexplainable symptoms. “Our bodies inherently know what they need in order to heal,” explains Dr. Stephen Tashiro, owner of Colorado Life-Changing Care. “Healing is a process. Symptoms are often a sign that your body is healing. During the healing process, it’s not uncommon for new symptoms to show up or old ones to resurface.” Dr. Steve, as he is fondly called, has worked in health care for over 43 years. Originally working in the field of nutrition, he collaborated with many alternative health doctors. He became fascinated by the philosophy of chiropractic, which, at its core, states that the body is self-regulating and has the capacity to heal from within. “That was consistent with my previously developed beliefs and perspectives about health and healing,” Dr. Steve says. He now specializes in neuro-metabolic care for chronic conditions. According to studies done on fetal blood in U.S. hospitals, Dr. Steve shares, we are all born with around 200 toxic chemicals already in our blood. As we go through life, this “toxic load” increases because of our exposure to the over 150,000 toxins in our environment. These toxins are used in agriculture and industry as well as in food, personal care items, and household cleaning supplies. “All of this begins to create a snowball effect,” Dr. Steve explains. “When you add to that our patterns of genetic weakness and the normal stress of everyday living, it’s a recipe for the kind of health disaster we see right now.” The kinds of health issues he is referring to include, but aren’t limited to, autoimmune disorders like Hashimoto’s disease and Graves’ disease (common thyroid problems), sugar regulation problems (like low blood sugar, insulin resistance, and diabetes), peripheral neuropathy (nerve damage), gastrointestinal disorders, hormonal imbalances, and brain disorders like ADD and ADHD in children and cognitive dysfunction in the elderly. The list can seem daunting. But take heart! Dr. Steve uses a system of assessment and support that is well-suited to discovering the source of manifesting symptoms and addressing the underlying cause. This allows a restoration of the body’s balance and harmonious function. He accomplishes this with a combination of functional medicine, functional neurology, and chiropractic care. “In today’s healthcare environment, people are oriented toward symptom relief with drugs, while the underlying cause goes unaddressed,” he says. One of the things that Dr. Steve often does to help

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patients is wean them off any nutritional or herbal supplements that are worsening their conditions. He notes that he does not make recommendations to patients about their prescription medications, other than to refer them back to their prescribing physicians as their need for prescription medication decreases. He helps patients identify both internal and external triggers for their conditions, which can then be addressed. “Our bodies are designed for health,” Dr. Steve insists. “My job as a practitioner is to work in agreement and in concert with the patient’s innate intelligence to identify the optimum pathway to healing.” Dr. Steve’s patient results often defy conventional medical thinking. It’s not uncommon for his bone-onbone knee pain patients to experience not only reduction of pain and improvement in function but also an increase of knee joint space! These results are achieved through a combination of computerized knee decompression treatments along with other structural and neurological procedures. His trust of the body’s innate healing potential, along with advanced methods of assessment and support, allow Dr. Steve to help people with complex, chronic conditions. Two such methods are field control therapy (FCT) and quantum neuro reset therapy (QNRT). FCT allows Dr. Steve to identify organs, glands, and tissues that are weakened, stressed, and inflamed and the underlying causative organs—a key step in helping autoimmune patients. QNRT allows him to reset specific brain lobes by unburdening them from the effects of prior stress and trauma, thus helping that lobe work better as well as the body region controlled by that lobe. Dr. Steve is currently the only practitioner in Colorado offering FCT and QNRT. For more information on conditions that Dr. Steve can help with, as well as a more in-depth look at his philosophy and methodologies, visit his website at colifechangingcare.com. You can stop by his office at 12051 West Alameda Parkway, in Lakewood, or call 303-985-5540 for a free 10-minute phone consultation. If you’re struggling with a chronic condition, get in touch with Dr. Steve today. He can help you bring your body back into its natural, harmonious state. WE

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Zodiac Forecast

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TAURUS April 20–May 20 Happy birthday, Taurus! If you are contemplating a new adventure, the time is now! Venus has an impact on your personal magnetism, and you will feel a sense of confidence. Setting professional goals and working hard to meet them will bring positive results. This will allow you to spend extra time with loved ones. Support for financial ventures comes from family. Gemini (May 21-June 20) House of Self is strong for you this month. You have decided what you crave in life and are pursuing it with independence and ambition! Cancer (Jun 21-July 22) Due to planetary positions, Crabs will have a happy, harmonious month with family and friends. There is a sense of cheer in the air, and you feel like celebrating! Leo (July 23-Aug 22) You can expect to see an improvement in your monetary situation this month! Your financial intuition is at its peak. Family, friends, and loved ones support you as you focus on your financial ambitions. Virgo (Aug 23-Sep 22) Your professional commitments are powerful this month.Your domestic life falls to the background. These professional commitments may hinder your romantic life, so be cautious. Libra (Sep 23-Oct 22) Thoughtfully guide all aspects of your life to bring successful outcomes this month. Psychological matters and professional matters will require equal attention. Scorpio (Oct 23-Nov 21) Finances may seem restricted this month; however, your professional life is good! Although your

focus is on personal ambitions, remember to save quality time for family. You can spend time together without spending a lot of cash. Sagittarius (Nov 22-Dec 21) You seem to be having difficulty balancing your emotions with practicality this month. You have an abundance of opportunities but may have a hard time committing. Capricorn (Dec 22-Jan 19) Sea goats should use their intuition wisely with finances this month. However, expect to experience a lot of enjoyment, both socially and professionally! Aquarius (Jan 20-Feb 18) Domestic life will be dominant this month. You are finding great pleasure and enjoyment in catering to the emotional well-being and happiness of your family. Pisces (Feb 19-Mar 20) House of family is powerful this month. You feel a desire to engage in the harmony of your family environment. Emotional health is important this month; reserve some time for yourself for spiritual healing. Aries (Mar 21-Apr 19) Proper planning, paired with diligence, will create desired results for the Ram this month! You will have propitious opportunities with romance and love. WE

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Weekend Gourmet

Casual Eats for Spring By Kate Beiting

Swiss Cheese Quiche Beat 4 eggs with one and one-half cups of cream and 1 teaspoon of salt. Cook 5 strips of bacon until crispy and set aside. Saute 2 thinly sliced leeks and one half of a sliced onion in 4 Tablespoons of butter until tender. Put cooked and crumbled bacon and the cooked leeks and onions into an unbaked pie pastry. Add 1 teaspoon of chopped chives, 1 teaspoon of marjoram, 1 teaspoon of chopped fresh parsley, and 2 cups of grated Swiss or Gruyère cheese. Pour in the egg/cream mixture. Bake on a cookie sheet at 400 degrees for 40 minutes, until a knife tests clean. Sweet and Sour Breakfast Sausage Cut 1 pound of sausage, Polish sausage, kielbasa, or turkey sausage into 1-inch chunks and place in a slow cooker. Mix together 2 cups of ketchup, one-half cup of brown sugar, 2 Tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce, and 3 Tablespoons of butter. Microwave the sauce for 30 seconds, until sugar is dissolved. Add the sauce to the slow cooker. Add one-fourth cup of sliced onion and one small can of pineapple tidbits. Cook for 1 hour on high (or in the oven for 30 minutes at 375 degrees).

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A Woman’s Work

What Mothers Want

The Secret Longings of Motherhood By Sharon Knierim

There are about as many methods of mothering in this world as there are mothers. Each one of us has her own style. Many of us have learned mothering from our own mothers or other female relatives. Some of us have mimicked mothers of close friends who had a profound effect on us as we were growing into adulthood. Other mothers do a complete about-face in child rearing and act entirely opposite of what they were exposed to early in life. There are a number of us who were given a head start at mothering as we became caretakers for our younger siblings. We bring some bona fide skills into being mothers! No matter how we approach the raising of our children, we all want the same basic “good things” for our offspring. Who doesn’t want their children to be healthy? What mother doesn’t wish for the most attractive kids in the neighborhood? And, of course, we all wish for children with wonderfully high IQs, coupled with musical ability and the skills required for moving forth in their young lives. Do you recall what you wanted for your children when they were growing? This mother wanted her children to be

compassionate. Of course, that was decades ago, when they were still in rompers. It is difficult (if not impossible) to teach kindness and empathy to someone who still drinks from a bottle and crawls around on their hands and knees. Still, there were lessons to teach and to be learned using teddy bears and dolls. Was it worth the effort? Well, the jury is still out on that one, but I think there is compassion in the generation we produced. One mother once told me that her wish for her three children was that they would be the very best at everything they tried— they should never settle for second best. Now, that is a lot of pressure. Are those three kids the best at everything they do? I’m not sure. You would have to ask their mother. My mother’s wish for her daughters was the same as everyone

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else’s. That is to say, she wanted us to be smart, and pretty, and popular. She would encourage us in any way possible and did her best for us as we grew up on the farm. Unbeknownst to her daughters, there were plenty of pressures for our mother. There was, of course, the battle of the budget. Raising five children during the 1950s and 1960s took lots of work and planning…but raising five children, none of whom could share wardrobes or enjoy the fun of hand-me-downs from the closet, had to sometimes seem hopeless. All mothers want their children to “fit in” with their peers. Wouldn’t it be grand if all kiddos automatically and naturally fit into the profiles we set up for them? Well, we know that never happens. Anyway, who would really want that? It’s best and natural that each child finds his own way in life. Forcing a child to be a certain way is much like trying to fit a square peg into a round hole. It can leave people feeling beat-down and unhappy, and it just doesn’t work. Over the decades, mothers and their children travel through lots of different phases. Personally, I loved the baby stage of childhood, when the little ones thought their mother was the most wonderful person on earth. Oh, but don’t forget the third birthday, when that baby slips out of toddlerhood and becomes a delightful little companion sans diapers and bottles. The school years always bring back good memories, but it’s also the time when we notice our children listening to other voices (not just their mother!) and marching to different drummers. Of course, they have to do this because these things are rites of passage into adulthood. Adulthood—that’s the magic word. Now that the children are grown and have settled into listening to their mothers again (oh, joy), they are absolutely wonderful human beings. Of course, they were absolutely wonderful human beings all along. Maybe it’s the leveling of being adults together that brings forth a wonderful and peaceful harmony. With peace and harmony, we are given the opportunity to reflect on all the wonderful talents and characteristics they each possess. If you are a mother, please have a wonderful Mother’s Day. If you are fortunate enough to still have your mother near you, take time to celebrate her and reflect on what a genius she is. And remember, like Mother always told you, say “thank you.” WE

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When Family Matters The Importance of Family Law By Kathy Glow

Family law is an area of the law that deals with family matters and domestic relationships. It is sometimes called matrimonial law; however, a family lawyer can help settle matters other than those pertaining to marriage. Basically, any legal issues that a family—spouses, parents, and children—would face fall under the umbrella of family law. In many jurisdictions in the United States, the family courts see the most crowded dockets, with litigants from all social and economic classes. Between rising divorce rates and new legal questions stemming from same-sex marriage laws, issues are constantly arising that are best handled by an expert in family law. Marriage is at the root of most family court hearings, since there are many scenarios that result from marriage and may need intervention. Family courts can be involved in common law marriages, can dispute whether a couple is legally able to receive a marriage license, can rule in cases of annulment or dissolution of marriage, and can grant legal separations. Minors under the age of 18 can also petition the court to be emancipated (that is, legally free from the control of their parents). The issue of same-sex marriage was settled in 2015, when the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the Equal Protection Clause of the 14th Amendment fundamentally protects the right of same-sex couples to get married. This changed the legal landscape for many issues related to marriage, as same-sex couples now have the right to marry in all 50 states, and states are required to recognize lawful same-sex marriages performed in other states. However, some related issues will need to be decided by the courts in various states. Couples wishing to adopt children may need the assistance of a family lawyer. Questions over couples’ tax status, inheritance, and death benefits also may arise. Civil unions and domestic partnerships are also granted by family court. A civil union, while not a marriage, is a legal relationship between two people that provides legal protections to the couple only at the state level. Civil unions do not provide federal protections, benefits, or responsibilities to couples, and they may not be recognized by all states. Similar to civil unions, domestic partnerships are a form of relationship that gives limited state rights to both same-sex and opposite-sex couples who live together but wish to remain unmarried or whose marriage is prohibited by law. Where there is marriage, there is also divorce. Family court helps settle many decisions surrounding divorce. In collaborative mediation, a neutral attorney-mediator and a counseling professional work collaboratively with a divorcing couple to help them reach mutually acceptable agreements. They can bring a couple’s pre- or post-nuptial agreements to a judge, who will ensure that the agreement is upheld. If couples do not wish to confront each other in person, the courts can make determinations relating to the divorce. The court can award alimony payments to

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one spouse; in some cases, palimony is awarded. Palimony refers to alimony-like support payments that are made by one unmarried partner to another upon splitting up after having previously lived together. When minor children are part of a dissolving marriage, the family courts are involved in making decisions for the children’s welfare. Issues of child custody are decided independently of all other issues. Child custody is based on many factors. If the court believes a child’s well-being would be jeopardized by one parent, that parent will not be awarded unsupervised visits with the child. If parents are granted equal and unsupervised parental rights, one parent (the custodial parent) is usually awarded primary custody of the child. Family court also steps in on cases of parental abduction. Because parental abduction is specifically a violation of the child custody order, many of the remedies in a parental abduction case are the same as those for any violation of a child custody order. Some of the penalties for violating custody orders are large fines, jail time, loss of custody, and loss of visitation rights. Child support payments are also handled as an independent issue in family court. Sometimes a custodial parent has to pay for activities the child engages in when in the care of the non-custodial parent. Family courts often require child support orders to be filed with the state’s child support enforcement agency to ensure that parents are in compliance with the orders. If not, parents can face stiff penalties, such as jail time or termination of parental rights. Unmarried couples can ask the court to order legal custody, visitation schedules, and child support. Family court can step in when a child’s paternity is in question. Paternity fraud occurs when a mother

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names a man as the biological father of a child, when she knows or suspects that he is not the biological father. Because no states require a mother who files a claim for child support to advise the court or child-support agencies when another man (other than the one she named) could potentially be the child’s father, men may be paying for support for children who are not their own. Certain cases of adoption may be handled by family court. In situations where the state’s laws are not clear, a judge may hear the case and rule based on her discretion. Many times, these are cases involving single parents, same-sex couples, or two families who wish to adopt the same child. Judges are likely to grant adoptions based on the best interests of the child, as long as the decision is within the confines of the law. The desire to have a child who is genetically related to at least one parent may make surrogacy a more attractive option than adoption for some couples. The legal issues surrounding surrogacy are constantly changing. A family lawyer can help couples and their surrogates interpret these laws and enter into a lawful contract. Sometimes there are serious reasons that a custodial parent should no longer have custody of a child. When issues of abandonment, neglect, and abuse arise, the court may recommend placing the child in a foster home. The court then works with the custodial parent to regain parental rights. In severe cases, the rights are terminated indefinitely, and the child is placed for adoption. Family court also presides over cases of guardianship, in which a decision is made determining who will be responsible for the medical, personal, and financial decisions of a child or adult who cannot care for himself. Family court also hears cases of domestic violence; in fact, the number of cases reported annually has been increasing. In some

jurisdictions, the court can press charges against the abuser even without the victim’s permission. The court can make decisions even in the absence of the victim. Abuse victims can also seek a restraining order or an order of protection against their abusers. Allegations of child abuse and child neglect are seen in family court, as well. The family court handles most cases involving youths between eight and 16 years old who are charged with offenses that would be crimes if committed by adults. These are called adjudication cases. This is a trial process in which a court determines whether or not the allegations contained in a petition are supported by evidence. A good family lawyer is a jack-of-many-trades. A client needs to be mindful of the fact that a family lawyer may be working several cases at the same time, so choosing someone with excellent time management is important. A family lawyer needs to be an expert negotiator as well as a skilled litigator, as cases may be settled either in or out of the courtroom. A lawyer with financial knowledge is key in cases involving payments and settlements. Finally, counseling and interpersonal skills are a must, as a family lawyer is working with a family during one of the most stressful and difficult times in their lives. Families and their lawyers often develop a close and sensitive relationship, as settling some cases may take months or even years. To find a family lawyer who fits the needs of your family, you can conduct an online search or contact your State Bar Association. It is of the utmost importance that you and your attorney have a good working relationship so that you can both take care of your family matters. Sources for this article included: kaptest.com, familylawselfhelpcenter. org, and americanbar.org. WE

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Garage makeovers are one of the hottest home improvement trends in 2017. Once an afterthought, the garage has new status among homeowners looking to enhance their living environment with a clean, wellorganized, and functional space. No matter what your style, your budget, or your needs, the rapidly growing garage improvement industry has made transforming your garage into a tidy, functional space an achievable goal. From lawn equipment to sports equipment, the garage is a catchall room for everything we don’t want stored in the house but can’t quite bring ourselves to part with. The result is a cluttered and chaotic space with barely enough room left to park the car! The first step toward reclaiming your garage is to purge. Take advantage of a mild spring weekend to tackle the job. Place a couple of tarps on the driveway and remove everything from the garage. Decide what to sell, trash, or donate. How many rakes do you actually need? How about that broken toaster that you’ve been planning to repair for five years? The more clutter you have, the more ruthless your purge needs to be. Once you’ve pared down your items, you’ll have a better idea of how much and what kind of storage you need. Visualize your space and how you want it to function. One of the biggest challenges in a garage makeover is how to optimize storage space—the objective is to get everything off the floor and give

it a place of its own. An organization specialist can help you make sense of your space. She can talk to you about your vision, take a look at your space (and your stuff), and suggest storage solutions tailored to your needs. Smart storage systems use vertical and overhead space to maximize the square footage you can devote to storage. A versatile slat-wall system is perfect for yard tools, shovels, extension cords, and bikes. Overhead storage racks are ideal for bulky or seasonal items like tires, patio furniture, and sports equipment. You can also consider adjustable shelving, cabinets, peg boards, or drawers. Well-planned work stations can also be a great fit in a garage. Do you have a gardener, carpenter, or automotive enthusiast in the household? Install a convenient potting or tool bench. Consider lockable cabinets to safely house power tools and automotive fluids. Once you’ve cleared and organized your garage, that dull, bare concrete floor will really stick out. Turning a dirty concrete floor into a beautifully finished floor sets the ›››

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foundation for the entire space. Once it’s finished, you’ll appreciate how much better it looks and how much easier it is to maintain. When you’re deciding on a new floor, you should consider budget and durability. Garage floors take abuse from road salt, motor oil, anti-freeze, and temperature extremes. Fortunately, there are paints and dyes specifically designed to seal and protect concrete garage floors. A multi-coat 100 percent solids epoxy garage floor finish is hard, durable, and attractive. Adding color chips creates a textured finish and decreases slipperiness. Floors will need to be cleaned, cracks repaired, and surfaces properly prepped before coating. Be sure to get competitive quotes for installation, and find out whether the prep work is included. Also, keep in mind that you’ll need to have everything off the floor of the garage during installation and curing time—your installer can tell you how long it needs to dry. As a prominent exterior feature of your home, garage doors improve curb appeal and increase the value of your home. According to a recent report from the National Association of Realtors, homeowners can expect to recoup 100 percent of the cost of replacement garage doors. Garage doors come in many materials, including wood, wood composite, steel, and fiberglass, as well as many styles, one of which is sure to suit your home. The best garage door opener is the one you never have to think about; one that’s efficient, reliable, and quiet. The best ones integrate seamlessly with your home’s automation system, with features like preinstalled timers for automatic closure and backup power systems so you’re never stuck during power outages. You want an opener with a motion sensor that will reverse door closure if it detects an object in its path. You can even go high tech with built-in Wi-Fi that allows you to close your door from wherever you are, with your smartphone. Homeowners everywhere are appreciating the benefits of a garage makeover. Whether you’re ready to invest in a custom makeover or you just wish you could find your hedge trimmer when you need it, creating an inviting and efficient garage is within your reach. Sources for this article included: realtormag.realtor.org, consumerreports.org, bobvila.com, and nari.org. WE

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Good Looks

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We’ve made it! The frigid winter months are gone, and Memorial Day is upon us, bringing summer gatherings, picnics, and pool time. Along with that come sundresses and bathing suits—unmasking the arms. Your arms spend most of their time undercover in winter, and now you want them to look great. It’s not too late to spruce them up for summer! Of course, your whole body benefits from exercise, but keep some specific activities in mind to tone your arms. You can increase the amount of muscle in your arms and shed fat by committing to an arm-focused workout routine. Choose activities that engage your upper body, such as kickboxing, swimming, weightlifting, or yoga. Fitness facilities offer many group classes as well as personal trainers to help you obtain the toned, chiseled arms you desire. Now, for some of us, it doesn’t matter how many trips we make from the vehicle to the house with shopping bags, how many extra arm reps we add at the gym, or how much healthier we eat. Our arms are never going to be as toned as we would like. Luckily, there are some cosmetic procedures available to help us close the gap. One method is Smart Liposuction, which improves muscle definition, tightens loose skin, and enhances the overall appearance of your silhouette. Smart Liposuction removes excess body fat and firms loose skin. After local anesthesia is applied, a small incision is

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Swiss Flower and Gift Cottage Something for Everyone By JayLynn Louise

Swiss Flower and Gift Cottage, in Wheat Ridge, is a charming floral and gift shop that feels like a gorgeous “Boutique Retreat.” It’s not just a flower shop—it’s an experience! From the moment you walk through the door to this magical store, you will enjoy the fragrance of beautiful flowers and the friendly greeting of Scruffy (the cutest puppy in town). The shop flows from one room to the next; each room has its own theme and color. Very few stores entice your senses and offer such a vast array of merchandise! You will find unique items of all price ranges and interests here. There truly is something for everyone here. Heidi Haas-Sheard is a dedicated business owner, buyer, and designer at Swiss Flower and Gift Cottage. Heidi’s parents opened the doors 48 years ago. It began as a flower shop with a greenhouse and just four small rooms. Over the past 27 years, under Heidi’s ownership, the shop has grown from a small family business to over 5,000 square feet of “Retail Therapy.” Heidi says being raised in a family business and seeing the time and dedication her parents invested in their shop is why she feels so dedicated to her own business. Swiss Flower and Gift Cottage is a full-service florist that delivers fresh flowers, green and blooming plants, and gourmet food baskets to the entire metro area. Their signature “Swiss Bouquet” has a unique style with a fresh European garden flair. The designs are individually created to meet each customer’s needs. You can just see the passion in their work. Heidi greatly enjoys the quest to find the freshest and finest flowers that are available each week. “Like most people who go grocery shopping, I have the fun of searching the flower markets in Denver for the best flowers for our arrangements,” she shares. “Taking the time to hand-select the flowers we incorporate into our unique bouquets helps to ensure that they last and gives our customers the quality and freshness they expect and deserve.” Need a new look for your home or office? Swiss Flower and Gift Cottage offers beautiful artwork and furniture to brighten up any room. Let them work their magic and create a custom silk piece using the most realistic-looking flowers available. Need a new look for yourself? Check out the fun and refreshing boutique clothing. Like many customers, Apryl Johnson had driven by the shop for years before finally stopping to see what was inside. “What a surprise to discover the largest selection of Elfbeads and Trollbeads in Colorado,” says Apryl, who loved the store so much

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that she is now employed there. “The floral arrangements are wonderful, and the customer service is spectacular. All of the staff are dedicated to making your shopping experience special. A wonderful change from the typical shopping adventure.” Heather, a new customer, says, “Swiss Flower and Gift Cottage is a striking business. I went looking for a birthday gift for my younger sister who can be very difficult to shop for. Within minutes of exploring the meticulously laid out rooms, that seamlessly flow together in design sophistication, I located the perfect items for her. I’m left with the impression that no matter the occasion for your need or the special recipient, you’ll be able to find an item ideally suited to their taste and style. Plus, Heidi and Jerry are so friendly!” Constantly adding new lines of gifts and home decor is one reason that Swiss Flower and Gift Cottage was voted in the top 5 on The Denver A-List for Best Gift Shop. The newest addition is Artistry Puzzles. You don’t have to be a puzzle fanatic to appreciate these heirloom-quality wooden puzzles. The puzzles are custom made in the store, and they make a great family activity. While you’re exploring, make sure to check out the expanded outside patio area, which showcases many whimsical garden animals, arbors, and metal art. If you’re working with limited gardening space, you can always enjoy the fantasy world of fairy gardening. “Working with our customers is so rewarding. Whether it is creating a special Trollbeads bracelet, designing a floral bouquet, or building a fairy garden, our relationships and friendships continue to grow,” Heidi shares. “I can’t image doing anything else. I feel very blessed to have my shop and my fantastic staff that help to make it all possible.” Take some time to really enjoy the experience. Swiss Flower and Gift Cottage is retail therapy at its finest. Swiss Flower and Gift Cottage is located at 9840 West 44th Avenue, in Wheat Ridge (just two blocks east of Kipling). You can call them at 303-424-7421. For more information or to take a virtual tour, visit www.swissflowerandgift.com. WE

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A Story of Four Sisters

Talking to Mom About Senior Living By Marge Shoemaker, BS, MS

I recently came across a series of letters (round-robin style), written over a period of years, by four sisters. This is the story of those four sisters, from a family of 10, and how they navigated senior living arrangements. Brenda had two children and was divorced. Alison came next, had three children, and was widowed after being married only 20 years. Next was Lydia, who never married but was godmother to several nieces and nephews. After 12 years came Daphne, the youngest in the family, who had nine children and was married for more than 50 years. The sisters were active, liked people, and were interested in what was going on. All lived to their late 90s. The letters, about caring for their aging mother, began in the late 1950s, following the death of their father. Brenda didn’t like the idea of putting Mama in a home. “That’s where people go to die,” she wrote. “They don’t have anything to do. They’re around old people all the time. Mama wouldn’t like that.” Alison and Daphne agreed. “We all have families and are spread around the country. It would be difficult for any of us to take Mama in,” they wrote. Lydia commented, “Since I live in the same town as Mama, it wouldn’t be hard to get a bigger place with room for her.” The others agreed to chip in and help Lydia with expenses. The sisters kept in touch. Eventually, all four ended up living alone. Talk about “old folk’s homes” resurfaced after Brenda was

injured in an automobile accident and spent several months in rehabilitation. Brenda’s daughter looked to her aunts for advice. “Those injuries aren’t going to permit her to go back to her apartment with the stairs,” Brenda’s daughter wrote. The sisters responded, almost as one voice: It will be difficult for Brenda to adjust to a move. Today’s senior facilities aren’t like the old homes. She would be happier there. Sadly, the decision didn’t need to be made because Brenda died from complications shortly thereafter. Lydia chose to move to a senior facility when the stairs to her apartment became “too steep” for her to climb. Alison opted for assisted living after a debilitating illness. Daphne and her husband moved to a senior living complex together. After he died, she decided to move to another facility, closer to her children. What’s my reason for telling this story? These women made their own decisions to move into a senior facility, after discussing it with their children. None of them wanted to be “put” in a home. Each found a place suited to her wants and needs. The moral? It’s never too soon to talk to Mom (and Dad) about the aging process and possible relocation…even hypothetically. 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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“What? Excuse me? Could you say that again? I’m sorry, but could you speak up?” If this sounds like you, you may have hearing loss. Fortunately, audiologist Julie Eschenbrenner is here to help. Dr. Julie is celebrating her 10th year as the owner of Flatirons Audiology. She provides comprehensive hearing services and specializes in the treatment of tinnitus and hearing loss. Hearing loss is a sudden or gradual decrease in how well you can hear; it can vary from mild to profound and from temporary to permanent. Tinnitus is the perception of an ongoing sound in the ear in the absence of actual sound. Mike Goss greatly appreciates how Dr. Julie helped him. “One night, at dinner, I kept asking a friend to repeat himself. He suggested I go see Dr. Julie. I realized I was reading lips more than I was hearing,” says Mike. “My wife’s voice was in the alto range, which was right where my hearing loss was. Thanks to Julie, I can hear again. My children have applauded my getting hearing aids because now I can hear them and my grandkids.” Dr. Julie notes that it takes most people years to realize and admit they have a hearing problem and then to seek help for it. Signs of hearing loss may include having trouble hearing in busy, noisy places; misunderstanding what people are saying; turning up the TV but still not being able to hear clearly; or asking people to repeat what they’ve said or to speak louder. Ron Spalding loves his hearing aid. “The technology is amazing!” he says. “Julie can adjust the device in hundreds of ways to give an optimal listening experience. I can just tap the hearing aid to change the hearing. Julie is a tremendous doctor. Her exams in the hearing room are so thorough. You can go there any time—and they make homemade cookies!” Dr. Julie’s hearing evaluations take place in a soundproof booth, where she addresses loudness tolerance issues, tinnitus, and hearing loss by performing a comprehensive evaluation. Her goal is to determine whether it’s a medically treatable hearing loss or if the patient is a good candidate for an amplification or tinnitus device. Dr. Julie keeps current by researching new technologies and attending audiology conferences. Her thorough research into tinnitus has made her a go-to audiologist for those with this complicated condition. “Tinnitus is not a disease; it’s a side effect of something wrong with the auditory system,” Dr. Julie explains. “It’s an internal biologic noise, so no one’s noise is going to be the same. There’s no one-sizefits-all treatment.” They begin with a comprehensive tinnitus evaluation, complete with strategies and

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methods to help the patient manage it. “We want your tinnitus to be less annoying, disturbing, and distracting. We want to enhance your Dr. Julie Eschenbrenner communication.” Today’s hearing aids are sporty-looking, tiny, and available in a rainbow of colors. Most are Bluetoothcompatible, which allows users to stream music via their smartphone directly into the hearing aids without using headphones. Some even offer software applications that can be installed on a phone, allowing it to be used as a remote device to control the hearing aid. Up and coming in the world of audiology are Hearables, which are Bluetooth-compatible earbuds for use with wireless smartphones. Hearables are a blend of a fitness bracelet, earbuds, and a hearing aid in one, and they boast the ability to stay in the ear while the wearer is hiking, biking, running, or dancing—all while streaming vital information into the ears. For patients who aren’t sure they want a hearing aid, Flatirons Audiology offers what they call “test drives” on hearing aids. “We check them out to people for a week at a time,” explains Dr. Julie. “Sometimes, people feel scared, or they just aren’t ready, or they simply want to feel what it’s like to wear one in their own world. It’s a great opportunity for people to decide whether they want to solve their hearing problems.” Dr. Julie adds that most hearing aid manufacturers offer a one- to three-year warranty for loss, damage, and repair. Flatirons Audiology carries all major brands of hearing aids. “We make sure that each patient is fitted to the ideal one, depending on their lifestyle and their budget, and follow-up visits are included,” shares Dr. Julie. “We excel in customized programming and adjusting the frequencies in countless ways. I’m not selling just a hearing aid—I’m selling better hearing.” Flatirons Audiology sponsors community events and provides free health screenings at schools, health fairs, and seminars. They are located in the Community Physicians Pavilion of Exempla Hospital, at 300 Exempla Circle, Suite 365, in Lafayette. They can be reached at 303-664-9111. Visit flatironsaudiology.com for more information or to subscribe to their humorous and educational monthly newsletter. WE

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Equestrianism is for Everyone! Enjoy the Benefits of Horses By Kathy Glow

“There’s something about the outside of a horse that is good for the inside of a man.” This quote about our equine friends has been incorrectly attributed to many men over the years—former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill and former United States President Ronald Reagan, to name two. While its origin remains unknown, it rings true for anyone who loves horses. Learning to ride a horse can be a fun recreational activity for adults and children alike, but it also brings a host of physical and cognitive benefits. Children gain a greater sense of their own bodies and coordination as they learn to ride. In addition to developing a strong core and better posture, they also learn patience and listening skills, develop longer attention spans, and learn to follow precise directions. By the time children are eight to 10 years old, they generally have the strength and body coordination to safely stay on a horse by themselves. This is a great age at which to begin riding lessons.You can find out about summer camps and riding lessons through your local newspaper or by inquiring at equestrian centers or tack and feed stores. Horseback riding can also be an excellent form of therapy for children and adults with disabilities. People with autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, traumatic brain injuries, and multiple sclerosis can benefit from using horseback riding to work on physical therapy goals. It helps patients to relax their muscles and increase flexibility and strength. It also heightens confidence and self-control. Riders can also work on social and emotional goals as they interact with instructors, volunteers, and the horses themselves. If horse ownership is something you’re considering, you’ll need time, space, and supplies. A horse needs a stable and a large area for exercise. If you do not have the space, you can stable your horse at a private facility. Costs vary, but plan on spending several thousand dollars a year on food, health care, boarding, grooming, shoeing, and other equipment. Children and adults who enroll in riding lessons and camps may soon learn that horseback riding can be more than just an occasional hobby. Some riders take it to the level of competitive sport. The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) is the national governing body for most equestrian sports in the United States. Also known as US Equestrian, USEF oversees competitions and breed shows within the United States. Riding styles and competitions fall into one of two categories: Western or English. Western riding features a larger, heavier saddle and neck reining to guide the horse. In English riding, a smaller, lighter saddle is used, and the reins make direct contact with the horse’s mouth. Western riding competitions are typically referred to as rodeos. They feature timed events such as barrel racing, calf roping, pole bending (running a weaving path through poles arranged in a line), and steer roping. They also feature horsemanship events such as cutting (separating

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a cow from the herd), sorting (sorting cattle in numerical order), reining (running one of several patterns), and seat equitation (riding with control and proper technique). Events can be entered individually or as a team. Western horses tend to be compact and sturdy. The most popular types of horses for Western riding competitions are the Quarter, Paint, and Appaloosa Horses; however, many horses of other breeds have done well in Western riding. English riding competitions feature disciplines that show off the beauty and skill of the horse and its rider. The highlight of a dressage competition is the Musical Freestyle, in which the rider creates and choreographs to music an original ride of compulsory figures and movements. During a show jumping competition, the horse and rider are tested under various conditions over a course of obstacles. Saddle seat equitation is designed to show off the high trotting action of certain horse breeds. English-style horses tend to be taller and “leggier” than Western-style horses. The most commonly used horses for English riding are Morgans, Thoroughbreds, and Arabians, though Quarter Horses and Paint Horses are versatile breeds that can make the crossover. The International Federation for Equestrian Sports (FEI) is the world governing body of equestrian sport. Aside from the summer Olympics, where equestrianism has been featured since 1912, the premier horse competition is the Longines FEI World Cup Jumping and FEI World Cup Dressage Finals. The World Cup Finals feature horses and riders from all over the world who have won various competitions and are ready to compete to be “the best of the best.” This year, the event was held in Omaha, Nebraska. There’s an aspect of equestrianism that’s right for almost everyone—whether you’re considering horse ownership or you’ve never even met a horse. Check with your local equestrian center or tack and feed store to see how you can get involved. Sources for this article included: equisearch.com, equiworld. net, inside.fei.org, and horsechannel.com. WE

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Recreational Toys Aren’t Just for Boys Reawaken Your Senses Outdoors!

By Julie Kuntze

Now that spring is officially here and summer is right around the corner, many people are indulging in their primal urges to explore the outdoors. It’s all well and good to go for a walk at lunchtime, but you might consider something more adventurous this year. Recreational “toys” aren’t just for men, and science tells us that the surge of adrenaline that is such a part of these pursuits can boost the immune system, improve focus and concentration, and generally slow the aging process. If you are new to adventuring, consider upgrading the basic camping experience with an RV or camper trailer. New models are available with all the comforts of home, from fireplaces and flat-screen TVs to kitchen islands and slide-out space for entertaining. Camping trailer manufacturers offer a wide array of options at price points from under $10,000 to more than $100,000. The lightest camper trailers can be towed behind many cars and offer just enough space for a bed off the ground, protected from bugs and inclement weather. Owners can choose to visit many places by staying somewhere new each night, or they can explore an area in depth by having a central base at a campground or national park. All-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and off-highway vehicles (OHVs) may seem intimidating to the uninitiated, but there are enough varieties to fit almost any adventuring opportunity. Designated trails can be found in many state and national parks, and they run the gamut from singlelane tracks (for dirt bikes and small-engine motorcycles) to competitive rock crawling areas for jeeps and other 4x4s. OHVs offer the ability to visit areas that are not easily accessible otherwise, and their unobstructed views are perfect for photography. When not out on the trails, ATVs can be put to work at home, with accessories like snow plows and garden buckets. Safety, of course, should be a priority. A good dealer will be able to explain different options and help identify the right vehicle for each person. If highways and urban roads call to your adventuring spirit, a scooter or motorcycle might be a better fit for you. Scooters place the engine under the seat (often attached to the rear axle) rather than mid bike, so you don’t have to straddle it while you’re riding. They can be quite sporty, and they offer great fuel mileage. Although scooters typically have smaller engines and are best for getting around town, riders must be confident enough to share the road with larger bikes, as well as cars and trucks. Women are getting more involved in motorcycling, and manufacturers have taken notice. Experts recommend that women start with a smaller bike, making sure that the seat position can be adjusted so that both feet can easily reach the ground when at a stop. There are a number of groups in all parts of the country for scooter and motorcycle enthusiasts, from those who love their vintage bikes to others dedicated specifically to female riders. Boats and personal watercraft are great for individuals

who prefer an aquatic experience. Whether speed and racing appeal to you or you would rather explore hidden coves and narrow channels, options abound. Boats and personal watercraft are similar to other recreational vehicles in that one size does not fit all. Women, in particular, should keep a few points in mind when shopping for their own craft. The National Women Boaters Association advises that when shopping for a boat, women should most importantly consider the helm. It should be at the correct height for the operator, or have a bolster or adjustable seat, in order to provide for maximum visibility. Other possibilities to consider include a private toilet, options that assist in handling (such as power steering and bow and stern thrusters), safety features (like emergency beacons and depth finders), and comfort options (including air conditioning, heating, and flexible seating arrangements). Often known better by their brand names, including Jet Ski, Sea-Doo, and WaveRunner, personal watercraft are also popular ways to explore waterways. New models boast improved emission rates and range in price from less than $10,000 to more than $25,000. Personal watercraft include styles that seat one to four people, and they are quite popular with both singles and families, as they are easy to store, transport, and maintain. Features like cruise control, cup holders, and audio systems should be considered. While most buyers opt for sit-down versions, a few stand-up models still exist. Enthusiast clubs exist around the country, and members often travel together, provide education, and promote safety and waterway protection. By land or by sea, be sure to get outdoors, enjoy nature, and improve your health. Try something a little more thrilling this summer, and see where it takes you! Sources for this article included: fs.fed.us, nohvcc. com, nationalwomenboatersassociation.com, treadlightly. org, discoverboating.com, motorcycle.com, kbb.com, and chicagotribune.com. WE May 2017

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Contrasting Experiences Instead of Looking Backward, Move Forward When we finally understand that we all create our own reality, it can be a little disconcerting. After all, unless we live in Utopia, there are always going to be things occurring in our experience that are less than perfect. It could be relationships, health, work, or money. Are you appreciating the contrast yet? “Perhaps without the lows, the highs could not be reached.” —Stephenie Meyer You are most likely experiencing contrast if you find yourself asking, “Why in the world did I create this?” What most of us have a tendency to do is to try and figure out how “it” happened. We typically look backward and evaluate what our thoughts and feelings have been to get us to this point. A better approach may be to view it as the perfect path that we are supposed to be on in order to manifest our broader intentions. When I am going through something less than perfect in my life, I have come to realize that I don’t have the full story yet. “Don’t dwell on what went wrong. Instead, focus on what to do next. Spend your energies on moving forward toward finding the answer.” —Denis Waitley An affirmation that works very well is: “Everything is unfolding

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exactly as it should be. The Universe knows exactly what I want and is in the process of delivering it to me.” Instead of looking backward, I am moving forward. Now, I am not going to tell you that this is always easy. In fact, it can be incredibly challenging. What helps me through it is faith and my past life experiences. I have often said that nothing bad has ever happened to me. I believe this. Have I faced a lot of challenges in my life? Of course. Have I learned from each and every one of them? Yes. When we are in the thick of a challenging situation, when we are experiencing true contrast, we need to step back and know that “this, too, shall pass.” “Just because today is a terrible day doesn’t mean tomorrow won’t be the best day of your life. You just gotta get there.” —Unknown Trusting that the Universe has heard our asking allows us to let go. Let go of the angst, let go of the action part of creating our own reality. It allows us to get out of our own way, which more often than not, is exactly what stops us from creating the reality that we keep saying we want. Know that the Universe has our back—always has our back. Make a decision to trust, have faith, and keep moving forward. Stop looking back. As a dear sweet friend of mine reminds me, you’ve got to keep swimming! WE

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Sit Back and Enjoy Your Mother’s Day! Enlist Help at Home to Make Time for You

By Ashley Anderson

Our lives are filled with things to do, places to go, and people to see. Between work and home responsibilities and caring for others, we often become so consumed with our to-do lists that we forget to enjoy life and those closest to us. We all need and deserve time to ourselves or to enjoy with others. The good news is that you can hire professionals to take almost anything off your list. Start by identifying the tasks that consume most of your time and deciding what you can eliminate or outsource. For example, one of the most common and time-consuming tasks is planning, preparing, and eating three meals a day. It’s a lot of work to precisely plan out meals, shop for the ingredients, and spend an hour cooking…only to be faced with the dishes afterwards. Eating can’t exactly be eliminated, but you can certainly streamline the process. There are a number of options available to help with this problem. Many grocery stores offer scheduled grocery delivery that you pre-order online. It’s like a personal grocery shopper! You can even tell them what brands or flavors you do or don’t like, and they do all the shopping and delivery for you. Another great idea is meal delivery—and I’m not just talking about ordering a pizza. There are many services that deliver prepared meals or a box of individual ingredients with a recipe for you to make. No more trying to decide what to make! Input your preferences online, tell them how many you’re cooking for, and the whole shebang shows up at your door, ready to be prepared. Another time-consuming task around the home is cleaning. We spend hours each month keeping things tidy. If you’d rather enjoy your free time without wearing yellow rubber gloves, hire a maid service. Most maid services offer custom cleaning, so they will come as often or rarely as you want. You can hire them to do all the regular cleaning, just the chores you hate the most, or periodic deep cleaning. If you have a large family, laundry may be the task that holds you back. You already drop off your dry-clean only clothes—why not have the rest of your laundry done, too? Many dry cleaners and even self-service laundromats offer laundry drop-off services. Some even do delivery! You’re probably aware that you can hire landscaping services to mow your lawn or shovel your snow. You can also arrange for fall maintenance, which sends a crew in at the end of autumn to get your yard cleaned up and ready for winter. Some companies also specialize in maintaining water features, which is a whole different league of yard chore! You can also hire a company to clean and maintain a pool or hot tub or clean your gutters in spring and fall. Check with your favorite landscapers to see what services they offer. Most people don’t mind shopping for clothes, but

that doesn’t mean we have the time to do it. If you know what you like, why not have a personal stylist do the shopping for you? Check at your favorite local boutique to see if they offer this type of service. The more you’ve shopped there, the more they likely know about your size and preferences. If you’re less certain about your style and need some guidance, make some time to go to the store yourself for help. Many boutiques and even secondhand stores offer personal style consultation in their stores. If your home and family are large, you might consider bringing household staff into the picture. A nanny, of course, takes charge of the kids, supervising them and getting them where they need to go. A personal concierge is like a personal assistant—someone who can do everything from booking your next vacation to taking your cat to the vet. If the kitchen is the room in the house you’d like to avoid, you could consider hiring a personal chef to do the cooking. The largest household staff position is that of household manager. A household manager is not a housekeeper; she is an administrator who manages the household staff and handles household operations. This role is generally required only in large homes with personal staff and complicated schedules. The next time you’re out having coffee with friends, ask them what kind of services they used in order to find time to have coffee with friends. They probably have some great recommendations! Be sure to check references, and don’t let anyone work in your home if she’s not bonded and insured. Take advantage of some time-saving services, and use the time you gain to spend with friends and family—or even just yourself! Sources for this article included: lifehack.org, forbes.com, and care.com. WE May 2017

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Hearing Loss Is Not a Fact of Life Protect and Test Your Hearing

By Kylie Gumpert

Hearing loss doesn’t get as much press as heart disease and arthritis, but it joins them to round out the top three most common chronic conditions in the United States. Many Americans are not taking advantage of the treatments and devices that could help them hear better…and they’re not taking simple steps to protect the hearing they still have. According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, roughly 38 million Americans have trouble hearing. It’s the most common disability experienced by those who live and work in combat areas where gunfire or explosions are present. Even noise that doesn’t seem all that loud, like a lawn mower, or loud noise that we only hear occasionally, like a rock concert, can contribute to hearing loss over time. Still, the majority of people with hearing issues—80 percent of hearing-impaired Americans—don’t seek help. Many people go 10 years or more before they seek a solution. Why the long wait? Hearing loss most often happens gradually. In many cases, the loss is so gradual that it goes unnoticed. Medications, infections, and exposure to loud noise can all contribute to hearing loss. Its severity can vary, and it may be temporary or permanent, depending on the cause. Tinnitus is the perception of noise in the ears when no such noise is actually present. Patients often describe the sound as ringing, buzzing, or static. You have probably heard this sound

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yourself—it’s the ringing you briefly experience after you hear an extremely loud noise (like a rock concert or an explosion). With short-term exposure, the ringing is most often only temporary, and normal hearing returns shortly. The American Tinnitus Association estimates that 20 million Americans experience tinnitus chronically. Most often, chronic tinnitus is caused by damage to or infections of the ear and surrounding areas. There is no cure for tinnitus, but hearing aids, sound therapy to mask noise, and behavioral therapy to relieve feelings of anger or anxiety from experiencing these often offputting sounds can help. Hearing tests are relatively simple and may include a physical examination of your ear, a tuning fork test, which makes a ringing sound when struck, or an audiometer test, which involves listening through headphones and telling the technician when you hear noise. These tests may be administered by your regular doctor, an otolaryngologist (ENT), or an audiologist. A new hearing test from researchers at the University of Connecticut may be able to determine hearing loss earlier by

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testing both ears together. Traditional screenings normally test one ear at a time, but testing both ears simultaneously may reveal a hidden hearing deficiency, even if a single-ear test showed a normal hearing range. There are many types of hearing aids. A completely-in-the-canal hearing aid is molded to fit inside the ear and is nearly invisible. These are recommended for mild to moderate hearing loss. An in-the-ear aid is slightly larger, filling the bowl-shaped area of the ear. It has more capabilities than smaller devices and is good for more severe hearing loss. Some hearing aids have directional microphones, which are helpful in noisy areas, or telephone switches, which allow the wearer to hear more clearly on the phone. Several hearing aids on the market can now connect to smart devices around the home, such as a smoke alarm or the doorbell, to ensure that users can hear these important and potentially life-saving sounds. Some hearing aids can even stream phone calls or music. In cases of severe hearing deficiency or deafness, a patient may opt for a cochlear implant, which is surgically placed inside the ear and directly stimulates the auditory nerve. This is appropriate for patients of all ages, even children as young as one year, so long as they are healthy enough for surgery. Worldwide, around 325,000 people have opted for this procedure. Because the cochlear device bypasses whatever portions of the ear have been damaged enough to prevent hearing, the type of hearing experienced through this implant is different from a fully functioning human ear. However, it can enable someone who was born without hearing (congenital hearing loss) to understand speech and sounds. The device’s processor can last for several years. Its battery and microphone will need to be replaced every year or so. Some types of hearing loss can’t be prevented, but noise-induced hearing loss is completely preventable. All it takes is being aware of the damage that loud noises can do to your ears and choosing to protect them. If you are regularly exposed to loud noise at work or at home, do yourself a favor and pop in some earplugs. It’s never too early to start protecting your hearing! Sources for this article included: ata. org, nih.gov, hearingloss.org, healthyhearing. com, aarp.org, giftofhearingfoundation.org, audiology.org, mayoclinic.org, and asha.org. WE

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Dr. Todd Dorfman has spent many years as an actual emergency physician and trauma program director before deciding to change the focus of his career. Accustomed to being on call, he wanted to be more involved with prevention and proactive health care. He found that the timing was right to shift gears and decided to create Cedalion Health, a customized solution to health care. As an executive health consultant, Dr. Dorfman offers personalized and comprehensive care to his patients. “I began organizing my practice so that I could help patients with both disease prevention and with dealing with disease progression following a diagnosis. My office functions as a medical assistant, where we interface with our patients and other offices and set up different appointments, as needed,” he explains. The result is customized health care, with Dr. Dorfman taking a consulting role. “My husband and I could not be happier with Dr. Dorfman at Cedalion Health,” says patient J. “He is truly our partner in health and well-being. He takes the time to research our individual health issues for the latest and most up-to-date treatments and procedures. Dr. Dorfman is available night and day, 24/7, by email, phone, or text. With Dr. Dorfman, our appointments are never rushed; he sometimes spends two hours with us. He genuinely cares about our health. We are so grateful to have found him. He is a physician of exquisite qualities.” During an initial visit, patients can expect a baseline evaluation with a detailed outline, including a discussion of their medical history, a nutrition and exercise assessment, a lifestyle questionnaire, and an exploration of any problems they’re experiencing. Current and past blood work will be discussed, with labs ordered as needed. “Once I have this information, I research the literature and develop a game plan,” Dr. Dorfman says. “I become my patient’s advocate and help her work through her health problems. The focus here is on prevention and on maximizing health care.” “Dr. Dorfman is fantastic. You can’t get any better care than this! It’s the best money I’ve ever spent,” raves patient W. “I am a busy man, and I travel a lot. For me, the incredible comfort and convenience of having a doctor that I completely trust, and who I can literally call, text, or email any time of day or night, from around the world, and know he is going to be there… it’s well worth the monthly fee.” His many years in emergency rooms and dealing with traumas, has convinced Dr. Dorfman that preventive care would have helped many of the patients he saw. Not all patients have advocates who can help them navigate the healthcare system. They may not know which doctor to see for what problem, let alone have the resources to travel for medical appointments

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or for lab work. For patients who are not able to get to a lab for a blood draw, Dr. Dorfman sends a nurse to the home. “I can and have done home visits. I’m always available for my patients. They have my cell phone number,” he states. When patients come with a diagnosis and differing ideas about treatment, Dr. Dorfman spends time with them, helping them create an individual approach to their disease problem. “When I refer to other physicians, I use those who I would go to or send my family to see.” In his referrals, he tries to match the patient with the other doctor’s style and personality. Dr. Dorfman notes that his practice is about evenly divided between men and women. Patient ages vary from the 30s to the 70s, although he does see some teenagers. “I don’t give examinations, as one might expect from a primary doctor,” he explains. “I serve as their consultant, focusing on preventing versus treating disease.” “Everything I do is scientifically based on very solid medicine. Over my many years of practice, there’s not much that I haven’t tried to help a patient deal with. Spending time with my patients and delving into their problems gives them customized care. We weigh the risks and benefits of their plan.” Camille initially worked with Dr. Dorfman in the emergency room. Now, she is his physician scribe at Cedalion Health. She continues to be impressed with how he listens to patients. “He loves to teach anyone who wants to learn,” she shares, “whether that person is a patient, medic, nurse, or aspiring medical student.” If you want to make the most out of health care at the highest level of personalized service, Dr. Dorfman can help. Cedalion Health is located at 2355 Canyon Boulevard, Suite 102, in Boulder. For more information, call 720-381-3318 or visit www.cedalionhealth.com. WE

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Home Works

More Move, Less Stress Hiring the Right Moving Professionals

By Anne Yankus

Moving is a stressful process, as anyone who has done so can tell you. Between cleaning, making sure nothing is left behind, and getting everything (and everyone) to your new home safely, there are a lot of things to accomplish in a short amount of time. While it’s impossible to take all the stress out of moving, there are certain professionals and services for hire that can really take the edge off. One thing many people have to deal with when moving is buying or selling a house. This does not technically require a professional—but just because you can legally do it yourself, that doesn’t mean you should. If you want to concentrate on the logistics of moving your household, hire a realtor to handle the pricing, staging, advertising, and showing of your home (not to mention negotiating the deal!). Mostly likely, you can work with the same realtor to find your new home and negotiate with your seller. It’s important to find a realtor you can trust to guide you through both of those transactions. There are a few easy steps to help you find the best realtor for you: researching her credentials, talking to her recent clients, and checking her current listings. When researching a prospective realtor’s credentials, you’ll want to look for Certified Residential Specialists (CRS) and/or Accredited Buyer’s Representatives (ABR). Looking up a realtor’s current state license should also allow you to see whether she has had

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any complaints or disciplinary action lodged against her. Once you’ve settled the buying and selling your house part (or if you’re a renter who didn’t have to do that in the first place), the next thing to worry about is getting your stuff from point A to point B. For that, you can call up some friends and bust your back trying to shimmy your couch through the door, or you can hire a professional. It can be worth every penny. You’ll want to do some research before deciding which moving company to hire. A good starting point is to get personal recommendations and create a list of three or four companies for in-home estimates. Show the estimators everything that’s being moved, and let them know about any obstacles that may be in your new home (like distance from the curb and stairs) to make sure you get the most accurate estimate. You’ll also want to get each company’s contact information and their U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) and MC license numbers. After selecting your ideal mover, be sure to get all the proper paperwork, like a bill of lading, the company’s liability insurance, and a timetable for the move.

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When searching for moving companies, you may come across the term “relocation company,” which is actually different from a moving company. A relocation company specializes in helping companies move their employees for work. If you’ve ever heard of a job offer that included moving expenses and assistance, you can bet a relocation company was involved. While this is probably an irrelevant process if you’re making a personal move, you may run into a relocation company as the seller when purchasing your new house. Another thing to consider is storage. Maybe your new house won’t be ready yet when you need to be out of your current one. For the time in between, you’ll need somewhere to store whatever doesn’t fit into your temporary housing. There are many types of storage available, including storage through your moving company, DIY self-storage, portable storage units, and climatecontrolled storage facilities. Short-term storage is nice for its flexibility, with facilities that are accessible 24 hours per day and month-to-month payment plans. If you need to store items for years rather than months, long-term storage might be a more economical option. (For long-term storage, consider a climate-controlled unit.) Last, but not least, is cleaning your old place before moving out. This is the part of moving that often gets forgotten until the last minute, which makes it really stressful. Who wants to worry about cleaning out the kitchen cabinets after you spent all day organizing their contents and packing them into boxes? Keep in mind that you can hire a professional cleaning service to clean your home for you! Some cleaning services even specialize in moveout cleaning. Outsourcing the heavy cleaning lets you focus on packing up your stuff—plus, they’re professionals, so you’ll probably get a more thorough clean than if you do it yourself. Now that you have a good idea of who to call to make your move as stress-free as humanly possible, you’ll be able to focus on all the important parts of moving, like enjoying your new home! Sources for this article included: bankrate.com, homes.com, realsimple.com, angieslist.com, and movers.com. WE

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Communication in the Digital Age Don’t Lose the Ability to Read Body Language

“The most important thing in communication is hearing what isn’t said.” —Peter F. Drucker With the majority of communication being non-verbal, what are we as a society saying when we spend more time texting and emailing than talking to each other? I’ve observed that this technology is used to make our lives simpler, quicker, and easier, but it has had negative side effects, as well. We are becoming a society that is highly concerned with getting things done as quickly and as inexpensively as possible. Because of this, we are not only losing the personal touch and connection, but we are actually losing our ability to read body language. “We’re losing social skills, the human interaction skills, how to read a person’s mood, to read their body language, how to be patient until the moment is right to make or press a point. Too much exclusive use of electronic information dehumanizes what is a very, very important part of community life and living together.” —Vincent Nichols I know that in my home and around the country, a constant conversation flows during meals when cell phones are left out of the equation. I know my grandchildren are growing up in a world where they have never known a life without cell phones. I also know they

understand the annoyance and lack of respect others feel when that phone interrupts precious family time at dinner. I am not going to say I’ve never answered a call, but I make a concerted effort to leave my phone off the table and in my purse in another room. I know that there are very few “emergencies” that can’t wait for a meal to be finished. “Body language is a very powerful tool. We had body language before we had speech, and apparently, 80% of what you understand in a conversation is read through the body, not the words.” —Deborah Bull It is imperative that we, as a society, don’t lose the ability to read body language. It is a crucial skill that can help in many different situations—from interviews, to sales, to simply expressing your feelings about what you are discussing with clients, colleagues, and friends. It is frustrating for me to see adults who simply can’t read body language. I have seen disagreements started simply because one person couldn’t read the non-verbal cues the other person was giving. Often times, these cues are not even ones we do consciously; that is why it is important to study and learn how to read people. This skill can play an important role in every aspect of your life. So stop and ask yourself, how would you rate your ability to read body language? WE

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