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FROMTHEPUBLISHER I love you! No, really… I do! I am, of course, not referring to romantic love (Eros), but rather a sisterly affection (Philia) for you, my dear readers. Would it surprise you to learn that there are 7 types of love? ♥ Eros: Love of the body. Eros was the Greek God of love and

sexual desire. ♥ Philia: Love of the mind. Also known as brotherly/sisterly

love, Philia represents the sincere and platonic love. ♥ Ludus: Playful love. ♥ Pragma: Longstanding love. ♥ Agape: Love of the soul. ♥ Philautia: Love of the self. ♥ Storge: Love of the child.

Why is it that we are always so skeptical when someone tells us that they love us? I’m not sure why, but I do think we owe it to ourselves and those we care about to accept it when offered and return as much love as we can. I love you!

February is the month of love and so we celebrate it by bringing you our annual Go Red For Women– Heart Healthy feature, providing information vital to helping us keep our hearts and bodies strong.

You’ll also find our Bridal Section, a great read for those planning a wedding as well as those of us who are simply romantics at heart. This month we’ve gone out of our way to bring you articles that will help you to love yourself (and others) a little better. Whether it’s taking a moment for self-care or making one of our delicious recipes for the ones you cherish most, it is our hope that this edition will help you “feel the love”.

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“Instead of trying to make your life perfect, give yourself the freedom to make it an adventure and go ever upward.” ~ Drew Houston “Women in particular need to keep an eye on their physical and mental health, because if we’re scurrying to and from appointments and errands, we don’t have a lot of time to take care of ourselves. We need to do a better job of putting ourselves higher on our own ‘to do’ list.” ~ Michelle Obama “Did I offer peace today? Did I bring a smile to someone’s face? Did I say words of healing? Did I let go of my anger and resentment? Did I forgive? Did I love? These are the real questions. I must trust that the little bit of love that I sow now will bear many fruits, here in this world and the life to come.” ~ Henri Nouwen “Don’t let fear or insecurity stop you from trying new things. Believe in yourself. Do what you love. And most importantly, be kind to others, even if you don’t like them.” ~ Stacy London

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BRIDAL SECTION 10 Finding that Special One and Only 12 On - Trend Bridesmaid Dresses 12 Easy Chocolate Covered Strawberries 13 4 Wine Buying Tips

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10 Ways to Raise Your Winter Spirit in

FEBRUARY Get social: brave the cold and get out of the house.

10 to 20 percent of all Americans suffer from the winter blues; however, there are a few ways to counteract this phenomenon.

BY PEACHES MCCAHILL

Consider adding melatonin and vitamin D to your regimen.

Send out Valentines: remind others how much they mean to you.

Maintain a regular pattern of sleep: don’t let the darkness put you to bed too early.

Take a road trip: visit a winter festival.

Let there be light: sit by a window, open the shades and grab some sunshine..

Give love: volunteer your time or donate clothing.

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People don’t notice if it’s winter or summer when they are happy.

– Anton Chekhov

Have a sleepover: invite your favorite girlfriends over for an old-fashion PJ party.

Use full spectrum bulbs that mimic natural light during the winter.

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Maintain healthy behaviors: individuals that practice positive health habits have fewer sad days.

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se the cold weather as an opportunity to reinvent some of the rooms in your home. With paint, texture, fabric and lighting, rooms can be quickly transformed into cozy respites from the cold.

Practice layering in rooms

An affordable and relatively easy way to make a room seem more cozy is to layer fabrics and other accents, including throws and blankets. Remove place mats from the dining room table and use them on accent tables or an ottoman in the living room. Table runners also can add a splash of color to the top of bedroom dressers.

Play with texture

Look for fabrics that boast texture and add a tactile feel to spaces. Mix and match coordinating colors with various textures and designs. A lampshade made of an unusual fabric, such as a waffle-patterned material, can add a little depth and warmth to a space. Window treatments can brighten a space, let the outdoors in and add dimension to a room.

Reevaluate your lighting

Create a warm and cozy feel by switching out bulbs from cooler shades to warmer ones–those that give off yellow and pink hues rather than cool blues. Available in a wide variety of artistic designs, accent lighting helps establish a comfortable space for curling up and reading a good book. Spot lighting, such as fixtures that are trained on artwork or inside of a curio or china cabinet, also can set a more welcoming mood.

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Invest in area rugs

Thick area rugs add warmth to a room and can help it look more lived-in. A large rug can make a room appear more cohesive by providing a visual border and takes the chill off hardwood floors.

Start a pottery collection

Hand-crafted vases, pots and bowls add warmth to any space. Vases evoke a richness of texture and evoke the luscious warmth of the feminine form. Add original local works of art interspersed with additional design accents, and you will instantly make a room feel more inviting.

Get the Glow

Nothing creates a cozy vibe like the beauty and blaze of a fireplace. With the variety of portable options to choose from, you can add a toasty glow to any room. An ecofriendly tabletop fireplace makes a great centerpiece for gathering around your kitchen or cocktail table.

Choose dark paint

Dark colors give rooms a more enclosed feel than lighter colors, which can create a comfortable and more intimate feeling. This works particularly well in larger spaces that feel vast and empty. If you’re skeptical of painting an entire room, try a darker shade on one accent wall.

2017 Interior Color Forecast GRAY IS HERE TO STAY! “Gray, in all its variations, has emerged as the overwhelming choice of designers for spaces ranging from home interiors to elegant office settings, and everything in between, ” says Debbie Zimmer, color expert for the Paint Qua lity Institute.

Versatility is the secret to the success of gray, says Zimmer. “Gray is beautiful in its own right, but it is so perfectly neutral that it can work alongside other soft tints or serve as a perfect foil for vibrant accent colors.”

One reason gray is so versatile is that it is not a stark primary color, nor is it typically a simple combination of black and white. Wha t we call “gray” actually refers to a wide rang e of complex grayish colors that often contain hint s of red, green, blue, yellow, or some other hue.

“This subtle tinting is what enables various grays to work well with so many complem entary and contrasting colors,” says Zimmer. “For example, gray paints that contain a little yello w pigment work well with gold, beige, or brow n, while those containing red pigment coordinate beau tifully with burgundy or purple.”

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ou know deep down you have found the right one. An inner calm runs through your soul. You feel comfortable, confident and captivating. The approval of your family and friends adds to your certainty. You have found the perfect wedding gown.

Until then, here are a few things to take into consideration on your quest to find the perfect wedding dress.

Make Comfort a Priority

As a bride, you can plan on spending 12 hours or more in your wedding dress.

When shopping for a gown, many bridesto-be prioritize style over comfort. Keep in mind that a dress can be both stunning and comfortable. During dress fittings, move around in the dresses you try on.

Walk, sit, twirl and bend, just like you would on the dance floor, to get a feel for how comfortable you’ll be in your dress all night.

Opt for Options

Many women visit bridal shops with specific dress styles in mind. When browsing the racks of gowns, keep an open mind, grab a few styles that didn’t make your wish list and explore different materials and cuts. You may end up falling in love with a dress you never would have chosen initially.

“We’re loving the long sleeve trend that’s coming back after all these years.

It’s really a classic, sophisticated look, but the right dress can also look sexy, too–bride sexy,” Margaret Feil, owner of Renee Austin Wedding in Grand Rapids emphasized.

Consider trying non-traditional trends like a two-piece dress or a pale-colored gown–who said wedding dresses have to be white?

“Blush and champagne are the new ivory, and ivory is the new white,” Feil said. “We don’t even have a white dress in store!”

Undergarments

What’s underneath your gown is just as important as the dress itself. Ill-fitting bras, shape wear and other undergarments can lead to discomfort and may alter the look of your dress. Deb Bates, owner and professional undergarment fitter at Meme’s Foundations in Grand Rapids, recommends bringing your wedding gown along when you go to get fitted for undergarments.

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“I always ask clients, ‘where’s the dress?’ when they walk in to get fitted,” Bates said. “Don’t get your dress altered before

your get undergarments because they change the shape of what the dress will look like and you may have to get it altered again,” Bates added.

Body Type

Everyone’s body is unique and beautiful.

Don’t limit yourself to certain styles–try them all! Recognize the parts of your figure you’d like to highlight and go from there, choosing dresses that play up your best features. If you have shapely legs, look for a dynamic dress with a slit to show them off, choose a strapless dress to draw attention to your shoulders or go for a structured gown to enhance your hourglass shape.

Focus on Fit, Not Size

Remember, bridal gown sizes do not coincide with street sizes. Depending on the manufacturer, you may have to select a gown that runs a few sizes larger than the size you normally wear. Trying to squeeze into a dress that feels too small will only lead to discomfort on your big day. Instead, rely on your measurements and make sure the dress feels comfortable and right for your body, regardless of the number on the tag.

Alterations

Sometimes, your ideal gown has to be created. Many can be modified to ensure that you feel secure and confident marching down the aisle. Areas of the dress can be taken in or let out and sleeves or fabric can be added for more coverage.

Don’t be afraid to ask for what you want.

Something Borrowed

Not all beautiful wedding gowns are new.

Try shopping at a bridal consignment shop to browse gorgeous, refurbished dresses.

Many consignment shops re-create gowns that fit with the biggest trends of the moment, offering plenty of out-of-the-box options while staying in your price range.

Stephanie Howard, owner of Second Dance, pointed out that customers can save up to 25 percent on new dresses at a consignment shop and 35 percent on used or refurbished dresses.

“At Second Dance you can try on your dress in the store and leave with it,” Howard said. “Some of the dresses are already bustled and hemmed, so you might find one that already fits you.”

Shopping for a wedding dress is meant to be an exciting outing. Going in with an open mind, a realistic price range and a positive outlook will create the special experience you deserve.

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ON-TREND Bridesmaid Dresses!

BY ERICA SHIER

Gone are the days when brides surrounded themselves with friends clad in identical frocks. Instead, today’s bride recognizes and wants to honor the individuality of the ones closest to her by allowing them to pick dresses best suited to their personalities, style and body types. There are many ways to approach the selection of bridesmaids’ dresses that will simultaneously allow the beauty of each woman to shine through while creating an elegant, seamless look for the party as a whole. The following tips, while by no means exhaustive, should help you get started.

ONE FABRIC, DIFFERENT STYLES

Perhaps the simplest place to start is by selecting one of the many lines of bridesmaids’ dresses that offer many different styles of dress in the color or fabric you select. Choosing this route simplifies things greatly and diminishes the chance that a dress that you don’t like will be selected.

It allows each woman to select a style that complements her figure and personal sense of style while still guaranteeing that you will be happy with the overall look.

MIXED HUES You can offer your

bridesmaids the option of purchasing dresses in particular, specific hues. If your wedding colors, for example, are blush, mauve and gold, you can let your ladies purchase their dresses in any of these shades. The more specific the color, the better here as simply telling your bridesmaids that they should buy a green dress leaves the door open for clashes shades to appear on your big day. Communication is key, as you want to ensure that there is an even mix of colors (all but one in mauve might look odd) across the group. Also, if there are things you definitely dislike, such as lace or asymmetrical cuts, be sure to tell them that from the beginning.

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is a great choice and can look amazing, but care needs to be used here as well.

Make sure the colors are at least a full shade apart and make sure that your bridesmaids are communicating to ensure a nice distribution of shades among the group.

METALLICS OR NEUTRALS Metallic

Chocolate Covered Strawberries makes 60

60 fresh strawberries, with stems, rinsed and patted dry

2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

2 tablespoons shortening (do not use butter, margarine, spread or oil)* Cover tray with parchment or waxed paper.

Place chocolate chips and shortening in medium microwavesafe bowl. Microwave at medium heat 1 to 1 and 1/2 minute or so, just until chips are melted and mixture is smooth when stirred. Cool slightly.

Hold strawberry by stem. Dip 2/3 of each berry into chocolate mixture. Shake gently to remove excess. Place on tray covered with waxed paper. .

Refridgerate until coating is firm (about 30 minutes). Store covered in refrigerator until ready to serve.

* TIP: The chocolate experts at Hershey recommend using shortening as oil may prevent chocolate from forming a coating. Butter, margarine and spreads contain water which may prevent chocolate from melting properly.

Optional: Melt 8 ounces of white chocolate. Dip a fork in the melted white chocolate and drizzle over the chocolate dipped strawberries.

shades are still on-trend for 2017.

Allowing your bridesmaids to choose fabrics in shades of gold, silver and bronze creates a rich and elegant look.

The same can be said for shades of neutrals such as silver or cream.

TO THINE OWN SELF BE TRUE

Ultimately, this is the only “rule” that REALLY matters. This is your big day and while tips from the experts can be helpful, ultimately you are the only one who knows what makes your heart sing. Whatever vision you have for dressing your bridesmaids, don’t be afraid to follow it.

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raditional wedding rules have fallen by the wayside - food trucks are in, having a hashtag is a must, bridesmaids no longer wear the same dress and groomsmen are sometimes in sneakers. Couples are actively seeking ways to differentiate themselves and get creative. All that aside, there is one thing that remains constant - weddings must have wine.

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Say "cheers!" with a sparkling wine.

People love a good toast, and nothing washes down a teary maid of honor speech like a glass of sparkling.

Riondo Prosecco is an accessible option that's ideal to enjoy any day of the year, but perfectly suited for special occasions. You'll get six pours out of a bottle, so plan accordingly!

Wine math: What you didn't learn in school.

Running out of wine mid-wedding isn't an option, so it's important to do the math. You should anticipate getting about 5 glasses per bottle and assume that each guest will drink one glass per hour. Follow this rule and the wine will flow all night long, keeping you and your guests happy.

Good things come in threes.

Don't break the bank, but stay away from the cheap stuff.

In addition to a sparkling, you'll want a red and a white option that are familiar and food-friendly. You can't go wrong with a Merlot - look for labels from the Napa region. For a white, Terlato Friuli Pinot Grigio is exceptional and ideal for food pairing.

Choosing an excellent wine doesn't mean paying top-dollar, but buying too cheap can mean sacrificing quality. There are countless high-quality, delicious, wines available for $10-$20 per bottle, so leave the cheap stuff on the bottom shelf!

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olitically speaking, I do not consider myself either liberal or conservative, but I happen to have friends who not only lean to the far left or right, they are in danger of falling over the edge of the political spectrum. Instead, I sit comfortably in the middle, leaning a bit left from a social aspect, and a little more right from a fiscal standpoint. And something tells me, that a large portion of America feels the same way.

The way I see it, the far-left and far-right viewpoints are both full of… you know. Maybe it’s time for both political parties to step off of their pedestals and look around at reality. If they honestly looked at the other side, they just might see that we all have more in common, than we have differences.

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It’s because Middle-America is fed up with status-quo. The current political system may be broken, but this is the perfect time to rebuild it…better. Stop bitching and spreading fear, and instead, become a part of the solution.

WAKE UP. The average person lives in Rural America where the once-

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STOP THE HATE. Conservatives are not the enemy. They are your neighbors,

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CONSERVATIVES… CAREFUL WHAT YOU WISHED FOR. I get why you voted for Trump, but he’s

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TASTES FROM THE KITCHEN

BY ERICA SHIER

Potter’s Lounge & Restaurant

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estled back in behind I94 and only 3 miles from the airport, Potter’s Lounge and Restaurant is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered by Kalamazoo’s hungry residents.

The restaurant, named after Kalamazoo’s first mayor, Allen Potter, is located inside Four Points by Sheraton at 3600 East Cork Street and serves both breakfast and dinner.

Potter’s boasts a homey, relaxing feel to make diners feel comfortable while they sample dishes from a menu of upscale, pub-inspired fare. Executive Chef Paul Sayer switches and refreshes the menu quarterly, allowing him to create new dishes and utilize seasonal and local ingredients when possible.

There is a breakfast buffet that features all the traditional favorites as well as an a la carte menu with treats like Lightly Breaded Lake Perch and Salmon Benedict. The menu features many of your favorite comfort foods, with Chef Paul’s twist added in for flavor and interest.

The dinner menu has everything from mouthwatering burgers custom-made to your specifications to daily pasta and entrée specials.

There are thin-crust pizzas, delectable sandwich choices and entrees like Maple Glazed Salmon and a 16 oz. Ribeye. Whatever the make-up of your party, there is bound to be something for everyone on this menu. There is even a rotating menu of seasonal specials from which to choose.

Every Wednesday night, Potter’s is home to the Brews and Barbeque event. From 5:00 to 6:30 you can come in and enjoy free appetizers while enjoying a great selection of local craft brews for only $3 a bottle. There’s even live music for your listening pleasure!

Chef Paul has long been part of the local restaurant scene in West Michigan. The youngest of nine children, he began his career as a dishwasher at Bill Knapps and worked his way up to management.

Later, he worked for Hilton and Crystal Mountain Resort as a sous-chef. He spent many years as head chef at Pietro’s and the Moors Golf Club and Executive Chef with Arcadia Bluffs before joining the team at Potter’s as Executive Chef.

Chef Paul is the father of two grown children, Zoey and Cody, and the proud Grandpa of Conner. He encourages readers to be willing to change things up in the kitchen, trying new ingredients or techniques.

He notes that small additions can make all the difference, like adding a little siracha for a kick or fresh thyme to add flavor and interest.

Special thanks to Chef Paul for sharing his recipe for delicious Chicken Corn Chowder with our readers. It’s sure to be a hit on a cold winter’s night.

Erica Shier is a married mother of four who loves reading, scrapbooking and thrift stores. When she’s not driving her small pack of children around, she spends her time volunteering, writing and trying to keep on top of the laundry.

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Recipes

Simple Chocolate Pleasures

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Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Candies

Red Velvet Pancakes

Elegant and easy-to-prepare, Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Candies are perfect for entertaining those special guests. A few grains of sea salt as a topping garnish creates a great flavor contrast with the dark chocolate.

Store in a covered container in refrigerator.

Show your affection with a plate of colorful Cocoa-Kissed Red Velvet Pancakes featuring rich cocoa, buttermilk and fresh berries. Take heart-shaped cookie cutters out of hibernation for a special touch.

makes 30 candies

30 1-inch paper candy liners 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter 3/4 cup sifted powdered sugar

1 tablespoon butter, softened 1 2/3 cups (10-oz. pkg.) Nestlé Toll House® Dark Chocolate Morsels

1 tablespoon vegetable shortening Coarse sea salt Place paper liners on a baking sheet.

Combine peanut butter, sugar and butter in small bowl until wellblended. If mixture is very soft, mix in an additional tablespoon of sugar. Shape peanut butter mixture into 30 1/2- to 3/4-inch balls flattening slightly.

Melt morsels and shortening in medium, uncovered, microwave-safe bowl on medium-high power for 1 minute and stir. Morsels may retain some of their shape. If necessary, microwave at additional 10- to 15-second intervals, stirring just until melted. Spoon 1 teaspoon of melted morsels into each cup. Place peanut butter filling onto top of melted morsels. Top each with a half teaspoon of melted morsels.

Sprinkle with a few grains of sea salt. Refrigerate for 20 minutes or until firm. Store in covered container in refrigerator.

TIP: To keep melted chocolate warm, place bowl on top of smaller bowl filled with very warm water. Do not allow water to touch bottom of bowl or allow water to get into chocolate.

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makes 10 pancakes

1 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup granulated sugar

3 tablespoons baking cocoa

1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt

1 large egg

1 cup reduced-fat buttermilk or lowfat milk

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1 teaspoon red food coloring

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Heat nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Brush with a little oil or butter. Add about ¼ cup batter to skillet. Cook for about 2 minutes or until bubbles start to form on top. Flip and cook for 1 to 2 minutes or until bottom is lightly browned. Serve immediately with butter, powdered sugar, syrup and berries.

TIP: If using pancake or cookie cutters, be sure to coat with a little oil so the pancakes don’t stick. Place cutters in skillet and pour batter into cutters. Remove cutters before flipping.

Heart-shaped pancake cutters or cookie cutters (optional) Optional garnishes: butter, powdered sugar, maple syrup and fresh berries

Combine flour, sugar, baking cocoa, baking powder, baking soda and salt in large bowl; stir well.

Whisk egg, buttermilk, butter, vanilla extract and food coloring together in large bowl. Add to flour mixture. Stir to combine.

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Flourless Chocolate Crinkle Cookies makes 3 dozen cookies

Parchment paper

3 cups powdered sugar, plus more for dusting 3/4 cup baking cocoa

1 teaspoon 100% pure instant coffee granules or 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon salt

1 cup dark chocolate or semi-sweet chocolate morsels

4 large egg whites, at room temperature, lightly beaten

1 teaspoon gluten free vanilla extract Preheat oven to 325° F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

Combine powdered sugar, baking cocoa, coffee granules and salt in large bowl. Stir in morsels. Add egg whites and vanilla extract; stir until combined.

Drop by level tablespoon 2 inches apart onto prepared baking sheet.

Bake for 13 to 15 minutes or until tops are cracked and shiny and edges are firm. Cool completely on baking sheets, then peel off of parchment paper.

Dust with additional powdered sugar, if desired.

TIP: For Chocolate Fudge Coconut Crinkle Cookies, eliminate instant coffee and stir in 3/4 cup shredded sweetened coconut with the morsels.

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For the Love of DOG

BY ASHLEY CARTER YOUNGBLOOD LLMSW, LLMFT, CADC, ADS

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pet), you know the love they offer. To pet owners, animals are not simply pets. They are members of the family. Recently, this love that our furry friends bring to our lives has been given more attention by the scientific community. We now know that the humananimal bond is a love that can actually be measured by science.

UNDERSTANDING THE LOVE OF ANIMALS

The field of visiting therapy animals has long functioned on the understanding that the mere presence of animals can help reduce blood pressure, improve immune response, slow heart rate, improve sleep, improve mood, reduce stress, and improve heart health.

Harvard’s Medical School has even published articles that document how those who have dogs live longer than those who don’t own pets, or even those who own cats. Could it be the active lifestyle dogs encourage?

Or, is it the love they offer?

The National Institute of Health also offers articles on this topic. It turns out that the bonding hormone that is released for humans during breastfeeding and sex, Oxytocin, is also released by both pets and their owners when interacting with each other. This “love

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hormone”, in addition to “mirror neurons,” which are neurons whose only function is to detect and reflect the emotions of other beings, are what makes the relationship between owners and pets pleasurable. It is a chemical reflection of love.

Specifically for dogs (as most of the recent research has been focused on them given their stunningly human-like behaviors), the amount of eye contact a dog has with their owner can be a measure of this love.

Looking at his owner, Rover gets a flood of Oxytocin.

So, chances are he may follow you around, not just when he’s looking for food or wants to be petted. With Rover’s eye contact, he is sharing his love with you.

He is speaking a language that only the dance of our hormones understands.

This proves what pet owners have always known. They are not just animals. So, scoot over to your furry friend and give them a pat. Let the Oxytocin do its job.

HEALING FROM THE LOSS OF SUCH A LOVE

For those pet owners who have been told to simply “get over” the death of a pet as “it was just a cat,” this couldn’t be farther from the truth. Working through the grief of losing a pet is not unlike working through the loss of a human companion. Some would argue that the love of your animal is even more pure than the love any human could offer.

After the death of a pet, often people grow to understand just how much of a role the pet had in their life. It may be strange to come back to an empty home or go for a run by yourself. So, if you need rest, take it. Maybe honor the life of your late loved one with a memory book or a token of appreciation, like a paw print ornament that speaks to the love that you shared.

If all else fails, get some professional help to help you achieve this closure.

Whatever you do, find a way to celebrate the love, both chemical and emotional, between you and your pet.

After all, in the words of Bernard Williams, “There is no psychiatrist in the world like a puppy licking your face.” That’s love in its purest form.

Ashley Carter Youngblood is both a clinical Social Worker and a Marriage and Family Therapist at Meaningful Connections Counseling in Kalamazoo. She especially enjoys working with women and women’s issues in her practice in order to encourage female empowerment.

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Some mornings the lure of the snooze button is too strong to resist and we find ourselves scrambing to get out the door.

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3. FIND LIP COLORS THAT POP If you don’t have time for a full face of makeup, a quick swipe of brightly colored lipstick instantly pulls your whole look together, leaving you feeling great and looking polished. Corals, pinks and reds freshen up your face and never go out of style.

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muscles were constantly in tension, being over worked all the time. Using her orthotic full time, the muscles became relaxed, the tension was relieved and she very quickly found out that she was clenching and grinding on her teeth trying to find a place to put her teeth where the pain might be relieved.

These are pre-operative pictures showing the crowded teeth, the wear and that the bite is over closed.

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hen we last looked at Ruth Ann, we discovered what she had been doing with her mouth and teeth for many years. The downward spiral to headaches and jaw pain didn’t just start overnight.

She noticed that her facial muscles were constantly in tension with wrinkles appearing seemingly out of nowhere around the corners of her mouth, corners of her eyes and her head just continued to hurt. Months of physical therapy gave her some welcome relief but the relief time got shorter and shorter.

The tension in the muscles was caused by pulling her jaw joints forward in their sockets and holding them there with her muscles. Those small, delicate facial

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Ruth Ann had worn off about 1/3 of her tooth length over the years, had lost some teeth and had them replaced, and had done everything that she could to maintain her mouth in the best health possible. Unfortunately the system was overwhelmed and could no longer stabilize itself. The orthotic allowed her system to heal and gave us the information that we needed to restore her mouth to what it was originally intended to be.

There is a direct correlation between the health of the jaw joints and the way that the teeth come together. The key to stabilizing the joint and re“For many people, dentistry is about the mechanics – have decay - place laxing these inflamed muscles is to separate the a filling. Break a tooth – place a crown. Extract a tooth – its only one, I’ll teeth and allow the joints to center themselves let it go. I can get by. This is DISEASE MANAGEMENT. As a physician in the sockets in a stable position. This jaw of the mouth, I cannot take your disease away from you. I can, however, joint (the TMJ – temporomandibular joint) is show you a way that you can have NO gum disease and NO decay, AND the only compound joint in our bodies. It has have a stable chewing system that will serve you for life.” to hinge open, but also has to slide forward controlled by a group of muscles. That allows us to open wide for an apple or a sandwich.

Using minimally invasive techniques, we were able to determine the exact length of her teeth so that they When the teeth are worn due to clenching and fit her face and rejuvenate the mouth properly. Using grinding, three things may happen: composite resin and over-molding the front teeth, we ◉ The muscles become sore and tender created a beautiful smile that functioned properly and ◉ The teeth become shorter and worn was very easy to maintain. ◉ The tops of the jaw joints change shape causing Dr. Robin P. Steely, DDS, provides exceptional degeneration of the joint services for Battle Creek, Kalamazoo and surrounding Southwest Michigan communities.

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Reasons to Buy Flowers for Own Tremendous Those who give flowers are the most thoughtful, loving and sophisticated people on earth.

BY SARAH ANDERSON

Because you did it!

Because you didn’t do it.

Because you deserve it.

Because you need a hint of spring.

Because it’s an anniversary.

Because sometimes you need motivation.

It’s not easy being you and checking off everything on your daily to-do list. Sometimes you just don’t feel like it. You probably would’ve rather been laying on a beach somewhere sipping on a rum cocktail, but you kept at it and you did it.

You do a lot of awesome things. What would the world look like without you? No one wants to find out. For that reason, you deserve flowers.

It’s the day you accepted your dream job, the day you ditched an unhappy relationship, the day you discovered an awesome friend. Celebrate it!

Because the room needs a little something extra.

You love your space, but there’s something missing.

Add a bright bouquet for a special touch.

You really wanted to but for the overall good and peace of the universe, you didn’t. Go buy yourself some flowers.

You deserve a break from cold, grey winter days. Uplift your day with something fresh, green and fragrant to your life. Flowers have a positive effect on emotional health.

Life isn’t always smooth, and occasionally you need a boost. Remind yourself that you’re capable of conquering the day with a bountiful basket of beauty.

Because sometimes life doesn’t give you that trophy.

You worked hard! You did something incredible! You deserve a trophy! Get yourself one! Then, gift yourself a bouquet and add a celebration sash that boasts your accomplishments.

Because you don’t need to wait for somebody else to do it.

Be your number one fan. After all, you’re fabulous. You don’t have to wait for someone else to tell you that. Flowers for you!

Because you know what you want.

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FACT 2: Scientific evidence proves heart disease is different in women as compared to men.

• Fewer women than men survive their first heart attack • The symptoms of heart attack can be different in women and are often misunderstood, even by some physicians.

• Women have a higher lifetime risk of stroke than men.

• Each year, about 55,000 more women than men have a stroke.

FACT 3: Heart disease and strokes affect women of

Let’s unite to prevent heart disease and stroke.

It’s time to put our hearts into it and Go Red For Women®.

all ethnicities.

• Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death for African American women, killing nearly 50,000 annually.

• Research shows that African Americans are more likely than Caucasians to experience sudden cardiac arrest at a much earlier age.

• Hispanic women are likely to develop heart disease 10 years earlier than Caucasian women.

• Only 36 precent of African American women and 34 precent of Hispanic women know that heart disease is the leading cause of death in women, compared with 65 percent of Caucasian women.

• Of African American women ages 20 and older, 48 percent have cardiovascular disease but only 14 percent believe heart disease is the greatest health problem facing women.

• Only about 50 percent of African American women are aware that pain that spreads to the shoulders, neck or arms is a sign of heart attack.

FACT 4: Women who are involved with the Go Red For Women movement live healthier lives.

• Nearly 90 percent have made at least one healthy behavior change.

• Almost half have lost weight.

• More than 50 percent participate in regular physical exercise.

• Six out of ten have changed their diets.

• More than 40 percent have checked their cholesterol levels.

• One third have talked with their doctors about developing heart-healthy plans.

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ur mothers, daughters, sisters and friends are at risk. Heart disease and stroke cause 1 in 3 deaths among women each year–more than all cancers combined.

Fortunately, 80 percent of cardiac events can be prevented with education and lifestyle changes.

Get informed about the risks of heart disease and stroke. Know the red flags. Know your heart health story. Go Red For Women inspires women to make lifestyle changes, mobilize communities and shape policies to save lives. United, we are working to improve the health of women in your community.

Take action at GoRedForWomen.org.

Here are a few ways to take action today: • Visit GoRedForWomen.org to learn what you can do to reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke.

• Encourage your family and friends to take small steps toward healthy lifestyle choices to reduce their risk for heart disease and stroke, too.

• Explain “What it means to Go Red” by sharing

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the following acronym: Get Your Numbers: Ask your doctor to check your blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose.

Own Your Lifestyle: Stop smoking, lose weight, be physically active and eat healthy.

Raise Your Voice: Advocate for more womenrelated research and education.

Educate Your Family: Make healthy food choices for you and your family. Teach your kids the importance of staying active.

Donate: Show your support with a donation of time or money.

CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES FACTS FACT 1: Cardiovascular diseases cause one in three women’s deaths each year in the U.S., killing approximately one woman every 80 seconds.

• An estimated 44 million women in the U.S. are affected by cardiovascular diseases.

• 90 precent of women have one or more risk factors for heart disease or stroke.

• 80 percent of heart disease and stroke events can be prevented.

Go Red For Women by advocating, fundraising and sharing your story, more lives are saved.

• More than 670,000 women have been saved from heart disease and stroke since the launch of GRFW. • About 300 fewer women are dying per day.

ABOUT GO RED FOR WOMEN Go Red For Women is the American Heart Association’s national movement to end heart disease and stroke in women. Heart disease and stroke kill 1 in 3 women – more than all cancers combined. The good news is that 80 percent of cardiac events can be prevented with education and lifestyle changes.

Women who Go Red live healthier lives.

For more than a decade, Go Red For Women has fought for equal health opportunity for women. We proudly wear red, share our stories of survival and advocate for more research and swifter action for women’s heart and brain health. Our future is focused on changing the culture to make it easier for women and their families to live healthier lives.

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ne day while leaving work, Eve Walker felt extremely tired. She tried coffee and candy for a boost, but nothing seemed to work. Her legs “felt like tree trunks” as she walked to her car.

She was so winded and pained walking upstairs that she opted to leave her three-level home and stay at her mom’s house. While there, she “popped aspirin like candy,” but didn’t seek medical help.

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racy Hover was enjoying a “couch potato” moment, sitting back and sipping coffee. It wasn’t her usual behavior—she enjoyed running and being active. In fact, she was training for a 10K run later that year, in 2015.

Then it happened: chest pains.

“I felt pain down my arms, in my chest and between my shoulder blades, and I did exactly what I had told thousands of other people not to do,” Hover says.

“I ignored it.”

Hover knew better. For 25 years, she had worked as a paramedic in Grand Rapids, was a long-time supporter of the American Heart Association, and for the past seven years, she worked in cardiovascular research. All her career, she had been telling patients and friends—do not ignore chest pains.

“The chest pains continued off and on for the next couple of days,” Hover says. “So I asked a colleague at work to do me a favor and run an EKG.” The results of the EKG was abnormal, and Hover called a cardiologist at Spectrum Health. A stress test came back as “mildly suspicious.” Hover’s cardiologist was befuddled, as she did not fit the typical heart disease patient profile. She was fit, active, had healthy eating habits, low cholesterol, and didn’t smoke. She did, however, have a family history of heart disease.

“I work with cardiologists in different hospitals as part of my job,” Hover says. “I was at Borgess Medical Center when I heard about a clinical study being done there, for people with a family history like mine.”

Hover participated in the study, and as

Two days later, she felt what she thought was a mosquito bite on her leg, followed by a tingling that traveled up the left side of her body. A neighbor took her to the hospital where testing revealed she’d suffered a heart attack. She was diagnosed with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, a thickening of the heart muscle.

part of that study, she had bloodwork and a 64-slice cardiac CT scan done.

She was stunned when the results indicated a left atrial myxoma, a benign tumor inside her heart’s left atrium and attached to the septum.

While Hover’s cardiologist described the tumor as non-cancerous, it did put her at extreme risk for stroke.

She underwent open-heart surgery.

The tumor, the size of a golf ball, was removed, and Hover recovered quickly.

“I’m told it takes twelve months to recover from open-heart surgery, but I was jogging again before six months,” Hover admits. “You have to use common sense. If you feel punky, take it easy for a couple days.”

Hover relearned the lessons she has been teaching others for years. Listen to your heart.

“If you have chest pains, do NOT ignore them!” she says. “And participate in clinical studies, if possible. Clinical studies accomplish great things. This one saved my life.”

Symptoms of a heart attack: Uncomfortable pressure, squeezing, fullness or pain in the center of your chest that lasts more than a few minutes or goes away and comes back.

Pain or discomfort in one or both arms, the back, neck, jaw or stomach.

Shortness of breath, with or without chest discomfort.

Breaking out in a cold sweat, nausea or lightheadedness.

As with men, the most common heart attack symptom in women is chest pain or discomfort.

It’s important to note that women are more likely to experience other common symptoms, particularly shortness of breath, nausea/vomiting and back or jaw pain.

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Doctors prescribed medication and cautioned Walker to modify her life and limit her activities, yet she the made a decision to live her life to the fullest.

She returned to school and followed her passions while performing as a comedic actress.

Although Walker was aware of her mother’s and grandmother’s heart issues, it wasn’t until a few years after her own cardiac event that she recognized the extent of her family’s history of heart disease. Walker had been 12 when her sister died suddenly at 16. The family was so overcome with grief that she never realized was due to hypertrophic cardiomyopathy until she reviewed the death certificate 25 years later.

“There’s a stigma with having any kind of heart or health issue,” she said. “It’s important to talk about it because when it comes to your health, what you don’t know can kill you.”

What to do during a heart attack If you experience any of these signs or symptoms: Do not wait to call for help. Dial 9-1-1, make sure to follow the operator’s instructions and get to a hospital right away.

Do not drive yourself or have someone drive you to the hospital unless you have no other choice.

Try to stay as calm as possible and take deep, slow breaths while you wait for the emergency responders.

For years, Walker managed her condition with medication and mild exercise but avoided anything strenuous out of fear of another heart attack. She experienced sporadic bouts of chest pain and palpitations and decided to get a stress test in preparation for elective surgery at 41. During that time, tests revealed weakness in her heart that called for a change in medication and an implantable cardioverter defibrillator, which shocks the heart if needed.

While Walker’s heart disease couldn’t have been prevented, she could have known more about her risks by investigating her family history or the symptoms of heart disease.

“I had to break the cycle of not talking about it,” she said. “If you think something is wrong, get it checked out and don’t ignore the symptoms.”

She adds, “I have heart disease, but it doesn’t have me!”

Why it’s important to know the symptoms of a heart attack Women who consider themselves healthy often misdiagnose the symptoms of a heart attack because they don’t think it could happen to them. That is why it’s crucial to learn about heart disease and stroke, know your numbers, live a heart-healthy lifestyle and be aware of the risk factors of heart disease.

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Dr. Betty Dennis • Age 52 On a Mission of Heart

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n 2014, Dr. Betty Dennis was in a very high pressured job.

“There was a demanding atmosphere at work back then,” Dennis says. “Very stressful, but I thought I was handling it.”

She wasn’t. Although the married mother of three had showed no symptoms of heart disease, and her blood pressure readings when she visited the doctor’s office were normal, on August 2, 2014, Dennis suffered a stroke.

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arah Porter was a 20-year-old sophomore at the University of Maine when she felt dizzy and disoriented during class. Her arm felt tingly and she found it hard to string words together, both common stroke symptoms.

At the hospital, Porter’s symptoms were dismissed as anxiety before a doctor recognized that she was having a stroke. She spent the next few months at home in Presque Isle, Maine undergoing therapy to regain strength, the ability to walk and her short and long-term memory.

Four years later, Porter was in her final semester of a master’s degree in public health at Columbia University in New York when she experienced the same symptoms she had during the first stroke.

This time, Porter was able to tell the hospital nurse she was having a stroke and shared her medical history and was immediately treated. Two weeks later, Porter returned to Maine to undergo brain surgery.

Recovery was difficult. Porter had to regain her speech, control of her right arm and overcome memory issues, including dyslexia. A brain infection required a second surgery and additional therapy.

Inspired by her experiences, Porter pursued a career in public health helping others make lifestyle changes that minimize risks for heart disease and stroke and how to recognize symptoms when they occur.

“Stroke can happen at any age, even if you are young, healthy and active,” Porter said.“I remember feeling embarrassed and that I was somehow defective. I want to inspire young people and let them know they aren’t alone.”

Porter began volunteering with the American Heart Association in 2014, lobbying for more research funding and legislative support for heart and stroke health issues as well as participating in Go Red For Women events. She shared her story with members of Congress only weeks after her brain surgery.

“I was at my church for a meeting, and suddenly my arm gave out,” Dennis recalls. “I told the congregation members near me—I’m having a stroke.”

Dennis recognized what was happening to her body because of another church meeting she had attended. Mt. Zion Baptist Church had recently had a speaker from the American Heart Association talk about recognizing the symptoms of stroke, using the acronym FAST as a reminder. The acronym stands for Facial drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulties, and Time to call emergency services.

“By the time people had helped me to the middle of the room, I had collapsed.”

Dennis was taken to Bronson Methodist Hospital for three days, after which she went through intensive rehabilitation at Borgess Medical Center. That was followed by outpatient therapy, followed by working out daily at the Living Well Fitness Center.

Dennis now shares her story with everyone who will listen. Her journey of recovery from stroke is not one she would have chosen, she says, but it is a mission she believes her faith has assigned to her—to educate people to know FAST and stay strong and healthy.

“I’m still working out, now at the ‘Y,’” she says. “It takes time to heal—I still use exercises from speech therapy; I

“Stroke can happen to anyone,” Dennis says. “I want people to listen to their bodies. It can save a life.”

Sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm or leg, especially on one side of the body Sudden confusion, trouble speaking or understanding Sudden trouble seeing or blurred vision in one or both eyes Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination Sudden severe headache with no known cause You should never wait more than five minutes to dial 9-1-1 if you experience any of the signs above. Remember, you could be having a stroke even if you’re not experiencing all of the symptoms. And remember to check the time. The responding emergency medical technician or ER nurse at the hospital will need to know when the first symptom occurred.

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Dennis is resolute in her faith that she will regain her former self. She has returned to teaching at WMU, although she now is more aware of stress levels.

She knows when to say no to more hours and demands.

“Being educated about stroke symptoms is so important,” Dennis says. “It’s also important to make exercise a part of your daily lifestyle, and not just aerobic, but also strengthening.”

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Bette Rodewald • Age 80 Yoga Instructor who had heart issues and cardiac issues.”

Said Rodewald who sites better education about women and cardiovascular diseases.

“To me, it emphasized that if you don’t exercise and take care of yourself, everyone is at a high risk of heart disease.” A philosophy echoed by the American Heart Association and its Go Red For Women initiative.

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t’s a cold winter night but the ladies gathered at White River Yoga in Montague seem warm in the beautiful old store that has been repurposed into a yoga studio. Most of the women have worked with this instructor for a long time, and tonight’s class with Bette Rodewald doesn’t disappoint.

Rodewald has taught yoga for many years now – both in her current role as a yoga instructor and in her previous work as a cardio pulmonary rehab nurse, most recently for Mercy Heart Center, now part of Mercy Health.

She assisted and monitored patients who had experienced a cardiac event and needed supervision while exercising. After 15 years, she retired to spend more time with her husband, Bill, and their five children. However, she continued teaching her yoga classes.

It might surprise you to know that this agile instructor who teaches four classes a week just turned 80 years-old.

“When I started in Muskegon with cardiac nursing, it used to seem like only the men were having heart attacks and needed stents. Then we starting seeing more and more women

Traditional yoga is done by slowly stretching the body into a variety of poses while focusing on breathing and meditation. When yoga first became widespread in the late 1960’s, Rodewald was invited to a class by a neighbor. Her response was, “Sure, I’ll go – what is yoga?”

She went to the class and, with four little children at home at that time, she fell asleep during the resting phase at the end of class. She kept with it, and later in her career, Mercy Health asked her to start a mini-yoga classes for some of the rehab patients.

“With my nursing background, I could teach the patients the muscle systems they were using in poses as they slowly moved from one pose to another. They would gain strength and flexibility and we would use muchneeded relaxation techniques at the end of the classes.”

“Because I have stayed healthy and active all of these years, I can see what happens to someone if they don’t or can’t take care of themselves physically,” said Rodewald. “I never really retired. My children tease me that I just moved from one job to another!”

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Fitness

Try these suggestions from the American Heart Association to improve your heart health.

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mproving your health is accomplished with deliberate actions. Walk your way through this checklist and select new activities you are likely to do, then commit to doing those things on a regular basis.

Put a check mark next to your chosen activity. Write it in your journal or pin it to your corkboard as a reminder. Start making your fitness hopes a reality. Whether you do half of these things or just a couple regularly, you’re still on your way to improving your health.

Park and walk. How many times have you circled the parking lot to find “the spot”?

Spare yourself the stress and gain more energy by parking far away (or even in a remote lot) and walking farther to your destination.

Shake up the after-school routine. Limit screen time, including TV and video games, to less than 2 hours a day. Join your kids for a bike ride or shoot some hoops before they get started on their homework. They’ll feel better and think better!

Warm up before you work out. If you plan to run, start by walking. Then walk fast, and then speed up to a jog to increase your heart rate.

When you aren’t active, your muscles are cooler and tighter. Go easy on them by letting them get gradually loose and warmer instead of making them go straight from cold to hot.

Dance! Do it in a ballroom, at a club or even in your living room. Just clear some space, put on some upbeat music and shake a leg. You’ll burn calories and gain a new skill.

Stretch after every workout to help prevent injury or strain. Pick two or three of your favorite songs to play while you stretch—and don’t stop until they’re over. The minutes will speed by and you’ll get all the stretching you need.

Get active at work. Many adults spend the majority of their day at work. Add some physical activity to your workday by taking 5-minute stretch breaks throughout the day, scheduling walking meetings when possible or standing during conference calls.

Don’t get stuck in a rut. Incorporate a new physical activity every few weeks to stay motivated and make sure your workout is effective.

Try different activities and sports to keep your body guessing and to improve your fitness.

Take the stairs. You may huff and puff at first, but over time your body will thank you.

Keep it local. Join a fitness center near a route you always take. Work out before or after work to avoid rush-hour traffic or drop in for a lunchtime workout.

Step it up! To increase your physical activity, wear a pedometer or fitness-tracking device to find out how many steps you take on average each day.

Then every two weeks increase your daily average by 500 steps. Before you know it, you’ll hit 10,000 steps a day!

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Snack smart! For a handy pre- or postworkout snack that won’t leave you feeling heavy, try healthy easily digested carbohydrates such as fruits and vegetables, whole-grain cereal (with low-fat or skim milk), whole-wheat toast (with a little bit of almond or peanut butter), oatmeal or low-fat or fat-free yogurt.

Tune into fitness during TV time. Reject your inner couch potato. Walk, jog in place or use the treadmill at the gym while you watch your favorite 30-minute show.

Stay hydrated. The harder and longer you work out, the more water you need. Make sure to replace whatever water you sweat out after each workout. Your body needs it.

Skip the cake. Say goodbye to pie and take a walk after dinner. You’ll get a reward that’s sweeter than dessert: more family time.

Slow down and stress less. Try to pace instead of race. Plan ahead and allow enough time to get the most important things done.

Master the art of working while walking by using a treadmill desk, phone headset or dictation app. Be creative to fit in fitness while you work.

Get enough sleep and cut the stress.

Try to get six to eight hours of sleep each night. If you can’t sleep, take steps to help reduce stress and depression. Getting more physical activity may also help you sleep better.

Get busy when you travel for business.

See the sights in new cities by walking, jogging or bicycling. If you are spending a lot of time in an airport, walk while you wait! Many airports now have designated walking paths that travelers can use while they are waiting for their flights.

Give up bad habits. Too much alcohol, nicotine or caffeine can increase stress. If you smoke, decide to quit now.

Try the buddy system. Enlist a physical activity accountability partner. The coworker who always holds you to your deadlines can serve double duty by helping you reach your fitness goals.

Step out to a healthier life by taking part in the American Heart Association’s National Walking Day on the first Wednesday in April.

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Relationships

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Are your and your partner 's love languages in sync?

BY MEGAN STUBBS

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o you sometimes feel like your partner just doesn’t get you? Are the things you do for them going unnoticed or underappreciated?

Do you feel that your partner doesn’t show enough love towards you? These, along with many other concerns, could mean there is a misunderstanding around your and your partner’s love languages.

A love language is a way that you and your partner express and receive love. You can discover which love language you speak by taking Dr. Gary Chapman’s, author of The 5 Love Languages, official assessment test on his website 5LoveLanguages.com. Here is a breakdown of the five love languages:

1. Words of Affirmation

You appreciate unsolicited compliments, affirmations and kind words. Ways to speak your language include sending thoughtful notes or cards. Things to avoid are criticisms.

2. Quality Time

You appreciate one-on-one time without interruptions and face-to-face conversations. Ways to speak your love language include taking trips together, quiet nights in or simply doing things together. Things to avoid include long periods of time apart and spending more time with your friends or colleagues than your partner.

3. Receiving Gifts

You appreciate receiving physical objects as an act of love. Ways to speak your love language include flowers, jewelry and “just because” gifts. Things to

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avoid including forgetting special occasions such as birthdays, anniversaries and other gift-giving holidays.

4. Acts of Service

You appreciate when your partner does things that make your life easier. Ways to speak your love language include your partner offering statements like “I can…” or “What else can I do?”, confirming they have the ability to help you out in some way. Things to avoid include ignoring your partner’s requests and providing acts of service to someone else.

5. Physical Touch

You appreciate non-verbal communication in the form of touch. Ways you speak your love language include acts of physical touch like kisses, cuddles and PDA that makes you feel loved by your partner (and that they can’t quite keep their hands off you). Things to avoid include physical neglect or abuse.

It is important to know not only what your love language is but what your partner’s is as well. We typically sense the way we like to receive love, but if your partner doesn’t understand that expression of love or isn’t in sync with your personal love language, it’s almost like you aren’t doing anything at all. For example, your love language may be physical touch and for your birthday you partner gives you a bracelet.

You have a nice meal and go to bed with a quick goodnight kiss. While that may have been a nice night, you would have preferred to have dinner followed by a long night of intimacy, bracelet or not.

In this case, your partner’s love language is receiving gifts, and because the action is so important to them they assumed it would be just as important to you.

Despite the frustrating lack of intimacy at the end of the night, they may think they’ve knocked it out of the park because they expressed their love to you in the way they would prefer your love be expressed to them.

Without speaking up or understanding how our partners receive love, the message is literally lost in translation. You may dislike compliments, but if that is how your partner receives love you should make an effort to realize the importance of compliments to them for a stronger relationship. Learning your partner’s love language is essential if you want to know how to effectively communicate your love to them in a way they can understand. Couples who are able to understand each other’s love language and speak it fluently have better relationship satisfaction and overall happiness.

Take Dr. Chapman’s quiz and discover which love language you speak–you may be surprised at the results. Happy loving!

Dr. Megan Stubbs is a Sexologist, the job you never saw on career day. For insightful tips or a good laugh, find her on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and SexologistMegan.com

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What’s Your Mission?

How identifying a purpose is at the heart of your success.

M ission statements are relevant to nonprofit and for-profit entities, and are also applicable individuals. Mission statements don’t shape destiny, but they do put an organization’s purpose into focus; the same is true for personal mission statements. Without a mission statement, businesses and individuals may take much longer to acquire the success they desire.

Define a Purpose

Mission statements bring people together for a common objective. They bring clarity to external partners and supporters, tell the story of why an organization exists and align everyone in one clear direction.

Talent Acquisition

When an organization hires someone who supports the mission, they are able to leverage each other to maximize success. In fact, with the generational shifts in the workplace over the past decade or two, individuals seek private sector employers who have a purpose and meaning beyond making a profit. In today’s “War for Talent,” people aim to align their personal beliefs with their professional careers and seek out employers they can connect with for professional and personal growth.

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Decision Making

Organizations need a strategy for the future. Strategic decisions should not be based on what the competitors are doing or trying to copy them, instead, effective decision making needs to align with the company’s mission, allowing the organization to stay true to the mission and strategically align with its vision.

Inform External Audiences

While it is important to create a mission for clarity and direction for an internal team, it’s equally important for external audiences. Mission statements elevate an organization’s purpose and aim. External audiences, including customers and strategic partners, are eager to connect with organizations that align with their own values and goals.

Nonprofit and Private Sector

Mission statements tend to be associated with nonprofit organizations, but private sector businesses are starting to get on board. At the end of the day, mission statements help organizations (nonprofit or private sector) obtain their goals and encourage individuals to be successful.

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Personal Mission Statements

Whether we recognize it on a daily basis or not, all of us are on a journey. Over time, our personal mission statements need to be adjusted. When I was in my 20s, my mission was to be successful at everything I do.

When I was in my 30s, I have to say my mission was to acquire extensive leadership opportunities. Now that I’m in my 40s, my mission is to love, encourage and support others with a compassionate and empathetic heart in everything I do.

Your mission should reflect the things that get you up in the morning. What gets your blood flowing?

What puts a smile on your face? Once you have your mission statement identified, you will notice that setting professional goals, making decisions and being fulfilled comes more naturally.

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The Reality Factory. 6 – 8 pm. Enjoy beer label art by local artists Paul Sizer and Leigh Ann Theisen. Shay Church of Grayling Ceramics will also demonstrate how he makes his beautiful growlers and more! This event is free and open to the public. 269-553-7879. http://www.kpl.gov/ overduebrew February 4 Winter Snow Party

Oakland Drive Park. 12 – 3 pm. A great opportunity to enjoy time with your family and friends, all while enjoying the white wonders of Michigan weather. Build, decorate and bring your own cardboard sled!

Build and dress up the biggest and fanciest snowman! Prizes will be awarded for best in show for both contests as well as the fastest cardboard sled! When you need warm respite from the activities, enjoy a bonfire, with hot chocolate and coffee available for purchase. Free. 269329-4512. www.portagemi.gov February 4 – 5 Mid-Winter Auto Swap Meet

Kalamazoo County Expo Center. 8 am.

Hosted by the Kalamazoo Antique Auto Restorers Club. Saturday 8am-4pm, Sunday 8 is - 1 pm. $7 Adults, children 17 and under are free. 269-375-3669. www.kaarc.org February 7 KCA Retired School Personnel Gathering

WMU Fetzer Center. 11 am. Kalamazoo County Association of Retired School Personnel. The program will be Senior

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Services presented by Tauhric Brown. For further information, contact MaryAnn at 375-9693 ormaryann191@aol.com February 10 – 19 Water by the Spoonful

Gilmore Theatre Complex. February 10, 11, 16, 17, 18 at 7:30 pm. February 19 at 2 pm. $20 Seniors: $18 WMU Faculty/ Staff: $18 Students: $10.269-387-6222. http://wmutheatre.com February 10 Go Red for Women

Join us for the Go Red for Women Luncheon 10:30 - 1:30. Tickets are required.

More info at Heart.org/KalamazooGoRed and learn how we can save lives in Kalamazoo.

February 11 Coffee Hour at Water Street

Water Street Coffee Joint, 245 West Centre Ave, Portage. 10 am to 1 pm.

Join us for a fun coffee hour where we discuss all things vegan and nonvegan.

Event is free (except the cost of your food and drink, vegan only please) www. vegankalamazoo.com or email vegankalamazoo@gmail.com February 11 Integrative Breathwork Workshop

Unwindings, 5466 Holiday Terrace, Kalamazoo 2/11: 2 pm - 5 pm. A musical meditation for insight, emotional healing, creativity & renewal. $40. Pre-registration is needed. 269-388-2988. www.

AdamczAssociates.com.

February 11 Spy Kids Club: Astronauts

Air Zoo. 3 – 5 pm. The Air Zoo Sky Kids Club is a FREE program for 6 - 11 year old Air Zoo members that’s sure to ignite young minds and inspire a passion for science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics (STEAM)!Activities run from 11-3, or until supplies run out! Free with registration to the Sky Kids Club.

269-350-2848. www.airzoo.org February 11 Valentine’s Dinner

W.K. Kellogg Manor House. 6:30 – 9:30 pm. Celebrate a day for love in the romantic W.K. Kellogg Manor House with a four course dinner and music provided by local jazz musician Terry Lower and vocalist Edye Evans Hyde. Registration required. $52 member, $56 non-member.

269-671-2400. http://conference.kbs. msu.edu/events/valentines-dinner-2/ February 11 Annual “Pint with the Past”

Beer-Tasting Fundraiser. Gilmore Car Museum. 7 – 10 pm. Includes admission to the museum, a complementary tasting glass, and tasting tokens! Plus, enjoy live music from Big Boss Blues and Nathan Douglas, appetizers, and a night to remember! $35 per person in advance. $40 at the door. 269-953-9012.

February 12 Portage Winter Market

320 Library Lane. 10 am – 2 pm. The WomensLifeStyleKazoo.com

Portage Market is moving inside for the winter! You’ll find around twenty farmers and artisans selling local produce, meats, cheese, jewelry, soap, and more! We’re also really excited to announce that both SNAP and Double Up Food Bucks will be running all winter long! Free. 269-3596729. http://pfcmarkets.com

Kalamazoo. 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm. Please join us for a screening of the acclaimed Peaceable Kingdom, a 2009 documentary about several farmers who become animal advocates. Free. www.vegankalamazoo. com vegankalamazoo@gmail.com

February 12 Kalamazoo Vintage Market

Boatyard Brewing Co. 7 – 9 pm. Come out to Boatyard Brewing to watch a live demonstration of Michigan Mobile Canning! Their name says it all: they’re a mobile canning line that goes from brewery to brewery to help them can their beer! Watch the empty cans get loaded, filled, seamed and boxed up. Register today. Free. 269-553-7879. www.kpl.gov/ overduebrew

February 13 Group Dinner at Wild Ginger

Wild Ginger, 639 Romance Rd, Portage. 7 to 9 pm. Join us for a fun, informal group dinner. Event is free (except the cost of your food and drink, vegan only please). www.vegankalamazoo.com for more info or email vegankalamazoo@gmail.com February 14 Singing Valentines

Greater Kalamazoo. 8 am – 8 pm. The Kalamazoo Mall City Harmonizers will again be out to express your love in a very unique, memorable way, a quartet of four tuxedo-clad gentlemen will arrive to sing two love songs to the recipient and present a red rose and personalized Valentines card. $50. 269-615-8796. www.barbershopharmony.org February 14 Taoist Tai Chi Society Open House

Hillside Center, 614 Romence Road, Suite 240, Portage. Tues. 10 - 11:30 am, drop-in. Demonstrations and discussions of Taoist Tai Chi® arts. New classes start the following week. 269-323-1974, www. michigan.usa.taoist.org February 14 Valentine’s Skate Date

Millennium Park Ice Rink. 6 – 9 pm. Private skate, live music and dinner on the ice!! Bring your partner or kids for this unique Valentine experience.

The evening will begin with dinner on the ice, servers on skates and following dinner, the rink will open up for skating to participants of this event only. $17. 269329-4435. https://www.facebook.com/ events/1194787937302736/ February 16 Black History Month Keynote

Kalamazoo Institute of Arts. 6:30 pm.

Screening of Hamza Walker’s ‘In and Out of Contexts: Wadada Leo Smith’s Ankhrasmation Scores’. 269-349-7775.

February 16 Movie Screening: Peaceable Kingdom

Natural Health Center, 4610 West Main,

February 16 Annie

Miller Auditorium. 7:30 pm. The world’s best-loved musical returns in time-honored form. This production of ANNIE will be a brand new incarnation of the iconic original. Featuring book and score by Tony Award®-winners, ANNIE includes such unforgettable songs as “It’s the Hard Knock Life,” “Easy Street,” “I Don’t Need Anything But You,” plus the eternal anthem of optimism, “Tomorrow.” www. millerauditorium.com

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February 17 – 18 Traxxas Monster Truck Destruction Tour

Wings Event Center. 7:30 pm. Wings Event Center is proud to announce the Traxxas Monster Truck Destruction Tour! Come see this spectacular show, featuring jaw-dropping metal monsters roaring through the arena. $10 – 28. 269345-1125. www.wingseventcenter.com/ events/2017/monsterxtour2017 February 18 The Gilmore Keysfest 2017

The Epic Center. 9 am – 6 pm. The Gilmore KeysFest is an annual day-long festival for piano students in the greater Kalamazoo and Battle Creek areas.

Students of all skill levels grades 1-12 perform in a master class environment with a small audience of supportive peers and adults. They receive one-on-one instruction from professional pianists and educators. KeysFest is fun for everyone!

Free. 269-359-7311. www.thegilmore.org/ education/keysfest/

Presentation licensed by Walt Disney Music Company, Pixar Talking Pictures, Buena Vista Concerts, a division of ABC Inc., and Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Non-Theatrical © All rights reserved

KSO @THE MOVIES! MILLER AUDITORIUM Saturday, March 11, 2017 | 3pm TICKETS $10 reserved seating (No discounts available)

Go to KalamazooSymphony.com or call 269.387.2300

February 18 – 19 Shipshewana on the Road

Kalamazoo County Expo Center. Saturday 9 am – 6 pm. Sunday 10 am – 5 pm. This is a one-of-a-kind indoor market aimed towards the family that would like to find all their shopping needs in one place, at great prices and have some fun doing it! Admission: Adults $4, Children under 12 are free. 269-979-8888. jdlcorp@aol.com www.shipshewanaontheroad.com February 20 Kalamazoo Wings Hockey

Wings Event Center. 10:30 am. The theme for today’s game is Education Day! 269-345-1125. www.kwings.com

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February 23 Detroit Beer: A History of Brewing in the Motor City

One Well Brewing. 7 – 9 pm.

Author Stephen Johnson will speak about the history of beer in Detroit from the small brewers of the 1880s to the recent boom of breweries like Atwater Brewery, Motor City Brewing Works, and the triumphant return of Stroh’s.

Johnson is also the owner and founder of Motor City Brew Tours and a WMU grad! Register today. Free. 269-5537879. www.kpl.gov/overduebrew

This month’s selections are all about bravery and matters of the heart. Take courage and grab one of these engaging books today!

February 23 Drumline Live!

Healthy Slow Cooker Cookbook: 200 Low-Fuss, Good-for-You Recipes

Miller Auditorium. 7:30 pm. With its riveting rhythms, bold beats, and ear grabbing energy, DRUMLine Live is a high octane musical roller coaster ride that is guaranteed to touch every emotion in your body. They’re back with a BRAND NEW show for the entire family and we promise... you will be on your feet by Halftime!! http://millerauditorium. com

by the American Heart Association

This cookbook contains tasty, nourishing recipes that give you more time to do the things you love while living a healthier life.

The recipes are low sodium, low fat and high in fiber with simple ingredients and instructions, making whipping up a full meal possible for anyone--even on their busiest day.

Each recipe results in a satisfying cuisine that is good for you and your body.

February 25 Bear Cub: Super Science Saturday

Air Zoo. 9 am – 3 pm. During half of this Super Science Saturday, Bear Cubs will complete all of the requirements for the Super Science Adventure Loop. In the other half of the day, Bear Cubs will complete most of the requirements for the Forensics Adventure Loop. $22 scout and $12 adult. 269-350-2848. www.airzoo.org February 25 21st Annual Garage Sale Art Fair

Kalamazoo County Expo Center. 9 am – 4 pm. If you like art fairs and you love a good bargain, this is the show for you! 145 art fair artists will be selling their overstocks, seconds, leftover supplies and things they’re just tired of, for bargain prices. Adults $5. bonnie@garagesaleartfair. com visit www.garagesaleartfair.com February 25 Menopause the Musical

Miller Auditorium. 2 pm. Four women at a lingerie sale have nothing in common but a black lace bra AND memory loss, hot flashes, night sweats, not enough sex, too much sex and more! This hilarious musical parody set to classic tunes from the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s will have you cheering and dancing in the aisles! 269-387-2300. http:// millerauditorium.com February 25 Killamazoo Derby Darlins

The Valley at Wings Event Center. 4 – 9 pm. This event will start with our junior team, Killer Beez taking on Lansing Derby Vixens juniors. The following adult games will feature bouts against Grand Raggidy Roller Derby, Grand Rapids MI. This is a family friendly event, open to all ages. $12 adult, $11 student, $5 children. 269-271-2171. www.killamazoo.com February 26 Winter Blast Half Marathon, 10K and 5K

Portage Central High. 8 am. Join us in this extraordinary community celebration of health and wellness. The courses highlight the Portage Trail Way System and include a mix of mostly flat paved bike trail and roads. 269-929-4954. https:// portagewinterblast.wordpress.com March 3 & 4 Women’s LifeStyle Expo

Kalamazoo County Expo Center. Friday 12 – 6 pm. Saturday 9 am – 4 pm. An annual two day extravaganza event created for women by women! Every minute is designed to be fun, educational and entertaining! 269-488-9870. www.womenslifestylekazooexpo.com

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BY ALISON KUCHTA

Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead

by Brené Brown

Research proffesor Brené Brown seeks to discover and explain how to live a wholehearted life.

Throughout her study, she is constantly surprised by the results and provides concrete insights to help people live more meaningful lives and connect with others on a deeper level. Brown provides many candid personal examples of her own journey along with those of her subjects, encouraging readers to take more risks and pursue their goals.

Detroit Hustle: A Memoir of Love, Life & Home

by Amy Haimerl

Looking for a place to put down roots, Haimerl and her husband are drawn to Detroit. Neither has history with the city, but they are intrigued by the locals’ determination and resourcefulness along with the area’s history and spirit. The author examines her motivations while covering the struggles she, her husband and the community experience. Haimerl’s distinct voice and lively writing style make this a good read for those interested in books about family, relationships and social issues.

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