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Epigenetics: The Science of Lifestyle Live the Optimized Life
Researchers have in recent years come to realize that genes aren't a fixed, predetermined program. DNA is not your destiny! Instead, genes can be turned on and off by experiences and environment. What we eat, how much stress we undergo, and what toxins we're exposed to can all alter our genes. In this new science of "epigenetics," researchers are exploring how nature and nurture combine to create the science of lifestyle.
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WHAT IS EPIGENETICS? Epigenetics literally means "above" or "on top of" genetics. (Epi-genetics) It refers to external modifications to DNA that turn genes "on" or "off." These modifications do not change the DNA sequence, but instead, they affect how cells "read" genes. Each one of our cells, from skin cells to neurons, contains an identical DNA blueprint, yet they perform vastly different functions. The Human Genome Project was an international, collaborative research project that identified and mapped all of the known human genes. It specified where these genes are in the sequence and their purpose from a physical and functional standpoint. This project has completely revolutionized the way we understand genes, health, and medicine.
WHAT DO DNA TESTS TELL US?
you’ll be more efficient and respond better to endurance sports such as
DNA tests do more than tell you
running and cycling. Whereas, those
where your ancestors were from.
with the CC variant are more
They offer an opportunity for you to
responsive to power training, for
take control of your health and live
example lifting weights. This can
an optimized life. These kits provide
then be taken into your fitness plans.
a way for you to optimize your health
An athlete looking to build muscle
based on your own genetic makeup,
will be more responsive to one
and take preventative measures to
method of training than another. If
transform and optimize your health.
they carried the GG variant of the
With your own INDIVIDUALIZED plan.
gene, then there would likely benefit
Not only that, they offer a chance for
more from doing lighter sets of
you to expertly tailor your exercise,
weights over a longer period of time.
sleep, diet, and overall routine based
In comparison, someone with the CC
on the specific results of your DNA.
variant, would benefit more from heavier weights with a smaller
Now that technology allows anyone
number of reps.
makeup, this information can provide
This explains why one person does
insights into your health that would
well with a fitness plan and another
have seemed impossible only a few
may not.
years ago. The key to DNA testing
however, is interpretation! That’s an
Now, how might this apply to
important point to say twice. The key
nutrition and weight loss?
to DNA testing however, is
Genetic factors influence how your
interpretation!
body processes certain nutrients. This
may have a direct or indirect effect
One gene does not equal one
on weight loss or weight gain. For
outcome. The human body is a
instance, the gene “Apolipoprotein
complex system and many factors
A2” (APOA2) is involved in the
contribute: diet, sleep, hormones,
production of a particular protein
thoughts, nutrition, environment,
which affects how your body
toxins, and more. This is something
responds to saturated fats. If you
an AI generated report cannot fully
happen to be one who possesses a
synthesize.
variant of this particular gene, no
matter how much you control your
What can we learn from our
calorie-intake, you could still be
genetics? Let’s look at two
gaining weight.
examples. Fitness and nutrition.
saturated fat from your diet, weight
loss may finally happen for you!
Wouldn't it be great if you knew the
It may not always be this
exercise best suited for you?
straightforward. It is important to
Yet, if you cut down
note that, there are other genes, For example. If you have the GG
variables and lifestyle habits that
variant of the PPARA gene, then
impact your weight.
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to get a breakdown of their genetic
And, there genes for how your
The best part about professional
metabolize caffeine, sleep genes,
genetics coaching is that your data
stress genes, genes for how you
is secure.
process toxins. The list goes on and on.
Apeiron’s Epigenetic Human
Performance Coaches learn a
A bit deep into the science here…
systems-based precision approach to
So how do you optimize your gene
optimize the performance and
expression? Within our bodies we
potential of the human system
have trillions of cells doing their
by everaging genomic and
individual jobs. Each cell has
epigenetic lifestyle strategies along
individual DNA genetic material. This
with leading edge research and
DNA has different proteins or
technologies. They are on the
sequences to carry out the job of
lleading edge of human evolution
that DNA. If the gene is turned off, it
and are part of a TRIBAL Global
no longer has the protein or
Movement creating a new paradigm
instructions to carry out its particular
in precision epigenetic programming,
function. This process is called gene regulation. The expression of those genes can change over the course of
Understanding your genetics is your path to an optimized life.
your life based on your lifestyle and other environmental factors. Genetic DNA tests are just the first step.
Did you know? Studies show that people are more likely to stick to a custom eating plan based on nutrigenetic reports because they
one that leaves sick care and even
are more likely to adhere to the
wellness far behind to create an
eating plan.
optimized and enhanced state of
potential.
DNA Tests are everywhere from 23
and me, Target, Amazon Prime,
Apeiron Coaches empower
Ancestry DNA, and more. How do I
themselves and their clients to
know what test is best?
achieve limitless potential and establish lifelong patterns that
I recommend getting a professional
create youthful longevity.
genetics test accompanied by
These advanced level experienced
a comprehensive consultation with a
coaches and partner with fellow
epigenetics coach. This gives you
students to refine their personal
data of your test results, but it also
coaching styles. They connect on
takes it one step further to
specific topic driven webinars and
understand exactly what that data is
live discussions to have Q & A time
trying to tell you about your health.
and share what they have learned to
Understanding your genetics is your
contribute to everyone’s success in a
path to an optimized life.
greater way.
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thriving human performance and Where can I get my genetic data?
Working out for just
20 minutes
a day can affect the expression of overÂ
7000 genes
EFT
(Tapping) produced changes in the expression of
72 genes
Fun Facts:
Science shows that mindfulness and meditation turn genes on and off to reduce inflammation. Because excessive inflammation causes disease, a reduction in excessive inflammation translates into health benefits. A study published in 2014 shows that the anti-inflammatory effect of mindfulness happens quite rapidly. In this study, a group of expert meditators underwent eight hours of intensive mindfulness. Researchers performed a gene analysis comparing the expert meditators to a control group who underwent eight hours of quiet non-meditative activities. What they found was that an intensive day of mindfulness in expert meditators is a powerful anti-inflammatory.
Apeiron coaches are recognized as experts in epigenetic coaching and gain access to proprietary genetic templates that have been validated through scientific research and translated into evidence-based clinical use over the past eleven years. An Apeiron coach receives the epigenetic human performance coaching manual and template guides to make genetics and epigenetic translation easy to understand and implement.
About Leann Spofford, Epigenetics Lifestyle Coach (Apeiron Center for Human Potential Certified Epigenetics Coach) Leann Spofford has been in the healthcare industry for 25 years. She is passionate about health and wellness and takes a nature-based approach to her own lifestyle and with her clients. She’s created a nature immersion retreat experience to educate and empower others to optimize their life and human potential with epigenetics. And, she provides one-on-one epigenetics lifestyle coaching.
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THE ART OF
PEOPLE-CENTERED LEADERSHIP WRITTEN BY DAVE KAUFFMAN
In your role as a leader who is tasked with producing results through leading others in any sized organization, you will be most effective if you focus on the growth of your people, as they in turn generate the growth of the operation.
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The key to sustainable success as a leader is
In my work with business owners across
to move your leadership strategy from
industries I have noted some of the ways
wherever it is now up the scale towards
they make their employees feel more
people-centered leadership. Focus on what
appreciated.
helps those in your organization to be more confident and effective as people, not just
1. Let employees acknowledge one another
as employees.
with symbolic kudos, awards, and rewards.
Appreciation, Recognition, and Trust: The
2. Offer opportunities to be heard; to
ART of People-Centered Leadership
contribute their tips, solutions and lessons
New policies and actions will come to you as
learned.
you think about the three areas which indicate a company has people-centered
3. Include your people in important
leadership at its core: Appreciation,
decisions.
Recognition, Trust. There’s an “ART” to leading with these at the forefront of
4. Change up your rewards so they don’t
decisions, policies, and actions. In the real
lose potency.
world, what do these look like? Yes, they are noble goals, but how do you, in concrete
5. Be specific with praise.
terms, instill these in the very fabric of your organization?
6. Give employees extra time off.
APPRECIATION
7. Give positive attention, stopping by
gratitude; thankful recognition: They showed
someone’s desk or inviting them to lunch.
their appreciation by giving him a gold 8. Improve office ergonomics, making the
the act of estimating the qualities of things
workplace more comfortable and
and giving them their proper value.
supportive.
clear perception or recognition, especially
of aesthetic quality: a course in art
RECOGNITION
appreciation
The “ART” of people-centered leadership
requires more than just appreciation, it also
In the very first instance, we see that
requires recognition. Recognition goes
appreciation is something that can be
beyond saying “thank you” by
shown, as in the example of a gift of a gold
acknowledging the reason for the “thank
watch. So, giving a tangible gift is one
you.” Let’s review the definition:
symbolic action to show appreciation, but
the acknowledgment of something as valid
certainly not the only way to say “thank you”
or as entitled to consideration: the
or “good job.”
recognition of a claim.
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watch.
The expression of this in the form of some token
incorrectly view trust in the workplace as a
of appreciation: This promotion constitutes our
one-way street. Right now you may be
recognition of her exceptional ability.
thinking to yourself, I have trust. I trust my
Both appreciation and recognition can be
employees to come to work, to do their jobs,
directly correlated, but it is possible to have one
and to do them well. The truth is, when it
and not the other. (If you don’t recognize it, your
comes to people-centered leadership, it is
employees certainly will). Have you ever found
just as valuable, if not more so, that your
yourself in a situation where someone asks how
employees have trust in YOU.
you are doing, but then doesn’t seem to be
paying attention to or caring about your
There are many methods for conveying
response? Perhaps they were attempting to fill
respect to your employees, and subsequently
awkward silence with small talk, but their lack of
establishing trust. For example, tell them
acknowledgement makes the entire interaction
your name, not your title. Don’t be known as
seem disingenuous. This, to me, is what it’s like to
just the “boss” or “manager.” Let your
work in an environment where recognition is
people know that you are a person first and
lacking.
a boss, second.
When one is assessing trustworthiness, there
employees has become company-run reward
is always more than one way to gauge it. For
programs, but even these should be given careful
example, a child may earn trust by always
thought and consideration. According to a
telling the truth. On the other hand, he may
research study conducted by Maritz Motivation
not yet be dependable to do his chores
Solutions, which offers rewards and recognition
when he is supposed to show up and do
services to companies, more than 1,000
them. Not that I was ever guilty of that!
employees in various industries across the U.S.
were surveyed. Fewer than half of the employees
There are four major components of trust.
said they felt rewarded and recognized by the
Think about how these show up in your
reward program their company offered. Those
business:
who did not feel adequately rewarded reported
1. Being honest
being “less engaged and productive at work.”
2. Being dependable
Understanding your people and their
3. Exercising judgment
predominant values, and tailoring a reward and
4. Generating partnership
recognition program to fit those values? Sounds a
lot like people-centered leadership!
A good place to start to maximize the four
components of trust is to take an honest look
TRUST
at what is going on right now in your
The pièce de résistance in the “ART” of people-
business. Are there behaviors you have been
centered leadership is trust. Many leaders
unintentionally exhibiting that erode trust?
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One of the most common methods of recognizing
Not just your own behaviors, but also question
Respect your employees enough to prepare
yourself if you have been allowing/putting up
them to do the best work of which they are
with dicey employee behavior. Just because
capable.
someone isn’t stealing from you doesn’t mean
.
they are trusted among their coworkers. Do not
Finally, always be kind, no matter the
underestimate the damage that this can do over
circumstances. Each of us is faced with our
time to your business environment, reputation,
own set of challenges and successes. Offer
and bottom line.
praise and support where warranted. By
building your people up, you’ll build trust.
To go beyond simply maintaining trust to
When appreciation, recognition, and trust
deepening it, one must be willing to be
are present, the company is operating with
vulnerable and authentic. Many times you have to
people-centered leadership principles.
stand on principles, not popularity. A high level of trust means that you pursue the truth even when
Dave Kauffman
it’s uncomfortable to do so, and that you confront
issues directly and openly.
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“Being dependable” of course means that one
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consistently delivers on his or her promises. We
love being able to trust someone to always show
Author, Seeds: Grow Your Business with 31
up—physically (like being on time) but also with
Entrepreneurial Lessons from the Farm (2019)
the right attitude and willingness to really apply
People-Centered Leadership (2018)
themselves at work.
Freedom to Succeed (2016) Master Certified DISC consultant (one of ten
Dependability requires communication skills.
world-wide)
Importantly, if there must be a change in the time
Ziglar Speaker/Trainer/Coach
or deliverable of the promise, this must be communicated ahead of time. Even with good communication, if someone changes their promises too frequently, their dependability is called into question.
that you be impeccably reliable. The standard must be clear.
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As the leader in your organization, it is crucial
ESSENTIAL STEPS TO SELLING YOUR HOME When you sell your home, here is a guideline
Have data on what is selling.
on all the steps and processes involved.
9. Research data to price home right. 10. Price your home appropriately. (All data on the internet can be wrong and cost you
1. Discuss your goal in selling and how
money.)
quick.
11. Have your house measured.
2. Write out your list of questions,
12. Verify legal description.
desires, and goals you have.
13. Disclose lawsuit(s) if applicable.
3. Create a plan for next dream home or
14. Gather history of permits on the home.
what to do with funds received.
15. Have land use coding, deed restrictions
4. Research real estate professional(s) to and zoning documents together. see who matches what you desire.
16. Survey information.
5. Select real estate professional(s) you
17. Verify if city water or septic. (Record of
want to meet with.
maintenance if septic.)
6. Interview real estate professional(s).
18. Lead based paint disclosure if
7. Preview houses online and offline that
applicable.
are comparable to yours.
19. Electric bills gathered.
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20. Homeowners association rules and fees
44. Create a net seller sheet. 45. If the home rented have all data
documentation.
including leases available.
21. CDD data. 22. Evaluate areas to improve the home and maximize profit; inside and outside. (Word of caution. Be careful of investing too much time and money.) 23. Keep items of value, medications, and photos of family out of sight. 24. Verify school zones. 25. Discuss home warranty options. 26. Create a marketing plan. 27. Select magazine the home be featured
46. Get sales contract ready. 62. Follow up on feedback from showings. 63. Review all offers. 64. Obtain pre-approval letter. 65. Communicate with the lender. 66. Accept the right offer. 67. Keep track of dates from the contract. 68. Place earnest money funds with title company within a certain timeframe. 69. Review title paperwork. 70. Evaluate home inspection and requests.
in. 28. Evaluate what social media advertising
71. Schedule of when to follow up with the lender
will be utilized. 29. Select right professional photographer. 30. Hire videographer. 31. Have a professional flyer created. 32. Have a home stager come in to give
52. Write out the right story to sell your home online. 53. List your home on MLS. 54. Create an open house plan. (Note to have a safe plan since there are people who
suggestions. 33. Hire an organizer to have the home
have bad intentions when entering a home for sale.)
together. 34. Select process of showing the home, including who shows the home and hours. 35. Have a plan on when the home is shown where to go and what to do. 36. Select the right title company for you. 37. Talk with a lender on financing options
55. Conduct open house on selected dates and times. 56. Have professional postcards made and mailed out. 57. Gather homeowner association data. 58. Get a list of repairs that need to be done.
for your home. 38. Water source and maintenance is
59. Schedule repairs. 60. Schedule showings.
applicable. 39. Verify security system. 40. Discuss what will stay in the home in
61. Game plan if house not sold by a certain time and price reduction scenarios. 62. Follow up on feedback from showings.
the sale. 41. Records of any termite or pest control. 42. List of yard maintenance plan. 43. Have mortgage information ready.
63. Review all offers. 64. Obtain pre-approval letter. 65. Communicate with the lender.
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66. Accept the right offer. 67. Keep track of dates from the contract. 68. Place earnest money funds with title company within a certain timeframe. 69. Review title paperwork. 70. Evaluate home inspection and requests. 71. Schedule of when to follow up with the lender. 72. Follow up with lender on deadlines. 73. Get home warranty if applicable. 74. Review closing and HUD documents. 75. Release funds appropriately. Beware of fraud! 76. For sale sign removed. 77. Celebrate!
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The wind and the water give way to the type of day it will be for those beautiful vessels
By: Katheryn Ericksen
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with their billowing sails that reach to the sky and speed across the water.
Sailing.
It is
the word that is synchronous with the feelings of excitement, gratification, peace and tranquility.
To describe the pleasure that one encounters during the moments of sailing
would be deficient in its full meaning. Once the boat is boarded and the crew begins to hoist the sails, the wind sweeps into the crevices and begins to propel the vessel out
| to sea.
There is no other experience in the world than that of being on a waterway
0 3 E G A P
THE JOYS OF SAILING with the breezes whispering up and over
a little sigh while glancing at each other
your being while pulling you out across the
with
gentle waves as you observe the dolphins
the secrets to the joys in life. Personally, I
frolicking about.
know there is no experience like it in the
admiration,
world. are Sarasota
is
home
to
one
of
the
largest
as
if
they
knew
one
of
Jacki Booker and Linda Schwartz
seasoned
these
sailors,
waters
for
having
almost
treaded
ten
years;
sailing communities in the country. There
whereas Linda Green is a newbie, having
are world class sailors living in and visiting
just gone through the ladies’ Introduction
the beautiful city.
to
competed around
and
the
These individuals have
won
international
world.
The
races
environment
is
Sailing
Course
this
past
fall.
Linda
Schwartz who is a retired Chief Warrant Officer
4
in
the
United
States
Army
friendly, offering year-round weather and
explained, “When I drive to the squadron,
waterways
and I cross over the Sarasota Bay on the
conducive
to
the
sport.
I
moved here a little over three years ago
John
and took beginning sailing lessons that led
looking at the wave of the palm trees and
me to the Sarasota Sailing Squadron.
the
It
Ringling
ripples
was there where I met Brenda Scanlon of
direction.
the Luffing Lassies.
which
come
She
invited
back
and
check-out
club
was
all
ladies’
changed. sailboat
about.
me
to the
currently
My
life
President
Learning to sail using a sunfish with
the
pretense
of
racing
it
over
the
Bridge,
water
I
for
am
wind
I look for holes on the water,
helps
what
Causeway
indicate
holds of
Association
the
the
wind.”
position
Florida
of
Women’s
(FWSA).
The
She Vice
Sailing
organization
governs ten women’s sailing clubs along
around the Sarasota Bay and other spots
the
up
was
maintenance team for the Luffing Lassies.
same
Those Maintenance Mommas call her Mrs.
and
intriguing
down but
the
Gulf
frightening
coast at
the
time.
gulf
coast.
She
also
heads
up
the
MacGyver.
Recently, I had the opportunity to dine at
Getting your vessel ready for passage is
Hyde
crucial
Park
Steakhouse
with
three
of
our
to
a
successful
day
of
sailing.
dedicated Luffing Lassies: Linda Schwartz,
There are many parts to a boat such as
Jacki
the mainsail, tiller, rudder, gooseneck, and
Booker,
discussed asked
the
them
if
and
Linda
love
of
sailing
Green.
sailing. was
their
We
When
I
halyard, just to name a few. I didn’t know
happy
what any of those parts were except that
place, they each smiled broadly and gave
they were terms used for sailboats and I
had to understand their function in order
and
to survive on the water. Rigging the boat
and feel for the wind to gain momentum
is
that will advance the boats.
basically
putting
it
all
together.
It’s
pull
the
mainsheets
as
they
watch
This is the
work getting the boat ready for launching
time when they will execute the use of the
into the water, but worth every second in
terms they learned in class, like tacking,
payback.
whether it be starboard or port and jibing.
Any given Thursday morning from October
The
through the month of May, the squadron is
weighted, brightly colored buoys floating
bustling
out on the water.
with
themselves
women
for
a
who
day
are
of
readying
racing
their
course
marked
is
as
set
they
as
they
to
maneuver back and forth.
the
before
paved
parking
area
and
start
time
see
the
The start/finish line is
begin
sailboats on Sarasota Bay. They arrive on gravel
can
and
line
up
and
It’s five minutes
there
is
a
class
proceed to the yard where they each grab
warning with one horn blast and the class
a dolly to maneuver their sailboat over to
flag is up. One minute later, another horn
the beach where it will be launched for
blast
race time. The boats are rigged. It’s time!
minute until start time.
The
the blue flag is down.
boatyard
bell
rings
loud
and
clear.
Hearts leap at the excitement of hearing the news of what’s to come.
They quickly
down.
on
the
their
around
as
meeting.
they
The
giggle
and
ladies laugh
look while
teasing each other if they haven’t already during
rig
time.
racecourse safety
Announcements
details
committee
consists
of
the
are is
given
blue
flag
up.
It
is
one
Another blast and The class flag is
There is one horn blast and they
the
water
best.
watching
Linda
these
Schwartz
women
at
commented,
“There is nothing more empowering than controlling your own boat.”
with
out.
The
introduced,
“Starboard
the
are off and racing! It’s exciting to be out
gather in the shade next to the lockers for Skipper’s
with
which
When
those
maneuver their boats back to the beach.
Studs,”
the
race
is
over,
the
women
men who volunteer their time to run the
Now is the real work.
safety
rig, wash down, and put everything away,
boats
committee. is
racing
and
help
with
the
race
It’s not a do or die race, but it at
its
best.
The
kind
that
including
the
lose; it’s invigorating and fun!
ability
their
sacred
shine,
be
sun. to
As
Jacki
Booker
command
a
explains,
vessel
tests your physical abilities.
by
“The
yourself
And when you
day, sometimes it can be a difficult task
no
to drag through the mud and trudge over
need
to
it’s
must
day and they will be there to race or help; tasks
or
that
are bringing your boat in at the end of the
what
rain
sail
their
matter
day;
There is a Thursday is
huge
placed in its sail bag after it has dried in
includes camaraderie whether you win or
code amongst these women.
the
Each lady must de-
be
done,
they show up.
the sea shells to maneuver your boat close to shore as it has to be guided onto the dolly
As
soon
as
the
boat
is
afloat,
the
dolly
and
beach.
pulled
up
and
out
It’s work, hard work.”
career,
she
District Commander for the Illinois State
to
maneuver
her
vessel
to
worked
as
a
the
gets brought back up onto the beach and begins
Jacki
onto
During her
Captain
and
waist deep water, then pulls her body up
Police.
and forward to climb aboard.
she paused, looked at me and proclaimed,
time!
Crisp,
white
sails
It’s show
amongst
a
few
brightly colored ones hover close to the docks as they begin to venture outward onto the bay.
They maneuver their tillers
After she took a sip of her drink,
“Its a cool feeling of being able to sail on the
beautiful
waters
of
Sarasota
There is nothing else like it.”
Bay.
Maintenance boat
means
which
taking
includes
care
repairing,
your
extended off the edge of the boat and
cleaning
of
into the wind, as she gripped the mainsail
and polishing. The Lassies are women of
tight,
motivation and commitment to each other
wondrously
and the sport.
through
Whatever it takes, they will
while
her
glide
the
across
the
Sailing
is
and
wonderful
the way.
limits. When you are involved with a group
They enjoy camaraderie on the
luncheons
or
amongst
each
other
for
a
ladies’
night
out.
festive
They are about helping each other.
When
and
are
learn,
willing
there
is
than
to
teach
no
greater
to work hard and to compete in a healthy
acquiring
way.
passed on to others.
a
sail, and the Luffing Lassies offer sunfish,
of
420’s and flying scots.
connection.
As
Jacki
Booker
to
push
your
of people that enjoy what they are doing
you are a sailor, you understand what it is
There are many types of vessels to
you
water
a
to
sport
and
challenges
seemed
do it as they encourage each other along
water
that
air.
vessel
other
conquering lifetime
involvement
and
skill
help
you
gratification a
fear
that
and
can
be
Sailing is that type
offering
an
outside
explained, “There is great teamwork on a 420 boat, but she also likes the solitude of a sunfish.”
I enjoy my time with these ladies and have appreciated
the
life
lessons
that
I
have
learned with them. There is a loyalty and There was joy and laughter at our table
dedication
that
our
unspoken friendship that goes beyond the
chocolate dessert, I asked each of them
sport of sailing. It reaches into our desire
their best moment. Their faces lit up even
to belong, and to help each other achieve
more,
and
our goals.
again
as
evening.
the
they
with me.
While
wide shared
enjoying
smiles their
appeared
joyful
amongst
each
other,
an
times
Linda Green explained, “I was
thrilled one time when my husband and my daughter showed up to see me sail. the
group
of
ladies
where they were.
and
sailed
I left
over
to
I was proud of myself
and thrilled that they came to see me.” She
continued
the
conversation
as
she
explained how she won the final race with her
Learn
detailed flying
to
her
scot
Sail
class.
experience
boat
in
a
Jacki of
Booker
skippering
Rainbow
a
Regatta
race for two hours but had to cut the race short due to thunder.
After the weather
subsided, she went back out and they won the race.
Linda Schwartz chimed in her answer with excitement,
“When
I
won
the
Rainbow
Katheryn
Ericksen
resides
in
sunny
Regatta! It was last year, the 2018 race.”
Sarasota, Florida.
She is an author and
I was happy to hear her response which
holds
of
prompted me to remember an image of a
business administration.
photograph
life is spending time with her four children,
of
her.
She
was
sunfish sailboat with her body fully
on
her
a
bachelor's
science
degree
in
Katheryn's joy in
daughter-in-law and grandson.
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