March 2011 - Tukee AZ
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What’s Your Passion
Finding Your Personal ING
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Marchinside the
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Cover FeaturesWhaT’S yOuR paSSIOnInteresting stories containing some fact, some fiction, but always with a mixture of boldness, courtesy and an uncanny air of familiarity.
10 FINdING YOur PErSONal ‘ING’ IN ahwatukEE
14 IGNItING YOur PaSSION IN PhOENIx
15 PhOtOGraPhING SuNSEtS
ThaT OnE ThInGFinding and featuring the best of the best in our community.
18 EYE OPENING SuShI at SuShI EYE
STEppInG InStep into our world where we escort you through various designing techniques and ideas, some old, some new and some yet to be named.
22 MOdErNIZING, PErSONalIZING, MESMErIZING
What’s insideBEhInD ThE CuRTaInIt’s not always easy to pull the curtain back. these are issues you don’t always find the words for, and along with ideas, you’ll want to uncover for yourself.
20 FEElINGS
26 JuGGlING act
SECOnD GlanCEwhat makes you stop, turn around and take a Second Glance...it’s worth it!
24 avOIdING ShOPPING MIStakES
ThE DEEp EnDdive into a section that will surprise, educate and possibly anger you with topics you wait for “the other guy” to bring up. throw down the gauntlet and challenge us!
28 tExt MESSaGING aNd drIvING: daNGErS aNd lawS
also this month13 cElEbratING MOMENtS
17 advENturES IN bIkE rIdING
27 thE ultIMatE SPINach aNd brOccOlI GYOZa rEcIPE
29 GIvING back tO ahwatukEE
30 ExErcISING aNd ExcuSES
30 SwEatING aNd dEtOxIFYING
31 lauGhtEr aNd hEalth
32 arE thESE thE drOIdS YOu’rE lOOkING FOr?
34 PartING ShOt
about the Cover
the landscape of ahwatukee and its cul de sac nature as seen from South Mountain. knowing we can walk out our door and become involved in any ING that enhances who we are. Photography by art holeman.
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CREaTIVE anD aRT DIRECTORNiki blaker | blaker design
COVER phOTOGRaphyart holeman
aDDITIOnal COnTRIBuTORSlisa ashford
Melanie beauchamp
Sandra lassiter
agnes Oblas
Matthew Petro
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pRInTInGthe dot Printer
robert Petri, consultant
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DEnISE TEIChERT local designer denise teichert, owner of teichert design Group and show host of Fine Wine and Design, has actively lead complete floor to ceiling design projects for over 18 years for both residential and commercial projects. denise is an allied Member of aSId and a regular contributor for tukee aZ.
ChEF lauRa SlaMaan ahwatukee resident since 1992, laura Slama is a graduate of le cordon bleu, Scottsdale and the university of Pennsylvania. as the executive chef and owner of Celebrated Cuisine, as well as laura’s Gourmet, the producer of four mouth-watering flavors of artisan crafted granola. chef laura is also a regular contributor to tukeeaZ as well as several television shows, including Sonoran living live and the Valley Dish.
alEXanDRa EVjEnalexandra Evjen is a fashion stylist and Founder of aVE Styles, a company that exists to help men and women feel confident in their appearance, and to make the sometimes overwhelming world of fashion simple. She is a graduate of arizona State university, and has lived in the valley for eight years.
MaRCIE EDMOnDSIn her ahwatukee practice, Change of heart Counseling, Marcie Edmonds, M.c., l.P.c., helps people cope with and heal from a range of issues including depression, anxiety, addictions, codependency and relationship challenges, divorce, grief and more.
DIanE MEEhllongtime ahwatukee resident diane Meehl, owner of your Words by Design, is an independent journalist and editor and a mother of three. a regular contributor to several local publications, including The arizona Republic and Raising arizona Kids magazine, diane can be found poring over her laptop during piano and ballet lessons.
CaRlOS MOnGEcarlos Monge’s fitness knowledge is the result of 25 years of personal training, competitive bodybuilding and managing gyms. he presently owns Body by Design personal Training Studio in the ahwatukee Foothills and is certified through the baylor Sports Medicine Institute in Post rehabilitative training and Pre/Post-Natal Personal training. carlos is an avid motorcyclist and a married father of two boys.
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SPRINGFirst, we’d like to graciously thank our advertisers for the faith they’ve had in us from
the beginning and jumping into the deep end with us (even when we didn’t have a
media kit or mock up) knowing it would grow, AND IT HAS. We’d also like to thank
our readers for the all the positive input and support. When we were “gently nudged”
by local leaders, businesses, neighbors and friends into producing TukeeAZ we decided
from the start to design a magazine that would have readers looking for the next issue
and local advertisers the opportunity to show off their business or product. The magazine
is structured to focus on all of YOU and to produce something YOU can be proud of.
Some local magazines have been a hit or miss, but coupled with our new website, we
are quickly getting notice. We are getting consistent local TV coverage (Thanks to Chef
Laura and Sonoran Living Live), and numerous kudos from outside our community. Like
most of our local businesses we are small, but we have some incredibly talented people
that believe in the product and our community and we welcome your input (even if its
yucky!)
Each month we try to find something exciting to show you. Entering into SprINg is
no different, so for March we wanted to focus on finding your personal ING. We were
standing on the top of South Mountain preparing to take the cover shot when we were
approached by some visitors (not the ones relating to the “phoenix lights” but rather from
Indiana) who asked us, “what is that community below and what’s unique about it?
As our intrepid photographer, Art Holeman, who left for Africa after taking this shot,
answered their questions, we noticed at least every other word ended in an “ing”, and
there it was…finding your own personal ING. Many of these “ings” in our lives, and as
you will see throughout this issue, relate to the components of Mind, Body and Soul
(along with some other stuff).
With our previous issues, we’ve presented our monochromatic covers with our one-
of-a-kind logo in copper foil as it definitely makes a statement, but with the view of
Ahwatukee from the top of South Mountain, we just HAD to showcase it in color. Since
we embrace change, we also welcome our new Art Director who has added more splashes
of color throughout the magazine. She’s really good so I didn’t have much to say!
Shhhhhhh. Don’t tell her I said anything.
So, with that said, SprINg is upon us, what better time to check your status of beINg,
and find that your own personal garden may need some tendING. As for us, we’re going
to look for some fertilizer and begin anew and discover how it relates to Mind, Body,
Soul and Other Stuff. Enjoy.
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In what is uniquely our ahwatukee spirit and positive attitude, each day
we walk out our door and participate in our own personal ING. whether its hiking, cooking, laughing, dancing, talking or any other ING, it’s time to focus on your mind, body, soul…and remember to include the other stuff!
There are the INgs you’re good at, the ones you aren’t
good at, and the INgSs you’ve never tried.
Now that it’s Spring, stop should-ing on yourself! With
all that Ahwatukee has to offer, you have no excuse but
to start overhauling your INgs and incorporate new ones.
Many of our imbalances come from choosing the
wrong INg so by discovering and exploring what our
community has to offer towards our own well-being,
we can relearn to live instinctively and be connected to
something more than our day-to-day existence.
The INgs in your life are the ones that make you who
you are, so here’s to discovering your personal INg!
(and let us know what new INGs you
have tried, found and loved!)
FINdING YOur PErSONal ING
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soul...and other stuff
hiking. biking. climbing. jogging. golfing. even paragliding.When you start itching for fresh air and open spaces, it’s time to delve
into the outdoor activities of Ahwatukee. You don’t need to be a fitness
guru to enjoy the natural wonders of our community, these activities
come just as active or relaxed as you would like.
pushing the boundaries.We are made up of highly educated
professionals with families working in
finance, medical, and high-tech fields,
but we still know how to let loose and
have a little fun!
paying it forward.Often surrounded by examples of neighbors taking the time from their busy
schedules to reach out and lend a helping hand to their fellow neighbors,
performing a random act of kindness is a wonderful way to enrich our
lives (and gain a little good karma).
Be spontaneous and passionate about everything you do! Build your
confidence or even build your wardrobe. Try smiling at yourself or
heaven forbid, try dancing alone. Start evolving into who
you want to be, seek out the positive people
in your life, join into their INgs
and begin celebrating your
special moments, family,
friends, neighbors and your
community.
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life is comprised of moments laced within ordinary days and weeks, filled with beginnings, endings,
milestones and an occasional I wish I could forget moment. with each one, you will create a time
stamp in your mind that will freeze that moment. throughout humanity, we have celebrated those
moments and special dates with those we love and created a perfect sounding word for it —
cElEbratE!
time may be flying and the moments may be fleeting, so carpe diem, form a gathering, start sharing,
kissing, laughing, reuniting, and begin celebrating. with any INGS in your life, remember to mark
the birthdays, anniversaries, bar/bat mitzvah’s, weddings, holidays, your pet’s first growl, summer
solstice, your first job, your last job, your girlfriend’s new pair of shoes or the day you learned to drive.
Its human nature to want to feel special, and to make others feel special. there
is nothing like that feeling of making people in our
lives feel loved.
Celebrating Special Moments{soul}
ere’s a little challenge: can you guess
what these topics have in common?
• Fairy tales
• Arizona wines
• Saving stray dogs
• Assyrian culture
• Star Wars conventions
Stumped? Of course you are, unless you
attended the most recent installment of
Ignite Phoenix. In that case, you know
that these topics were just a few of the
18 presented at one of the valley’s most
unique and engaging events.
Ignite Phoenix is a recurring event
featuring 18 speakers who deliver
presentations on topics they are deeply
passionate about. what makes Ignite
Phoenix unique is the speakers are
ordinary valley residents, chosen to
present because of their passion, not
because they’re professional speakers.
Past presenters have included local
restaurateurs, software developers,
doctors, teachers, magicians and life
coaches. Many have presented on topics
which are simply hobbies and completely
unrelated to their day jobs.
there’s another aspect to Ignite Phoenix
which makes the event all the more
engaging: each presentation is only five
minutes long, and speakers prepare
slides which automatically change every
15 seconds. that works out to just 20
slides per presentation. the restriction
of five minutes and 20 slides keeps
the event fast-paced and requires the
speakers to distill their message down
to the most fundamental core of their
passion. audience members are never
bored, as the rapid-fire presentations
keep everyone intrigued.
How did this start?
Ignite Phoenix is a part of an international
phenomenon which started with Ignite
Seattle in 2006. Since then, Ignite events
have been started in dozens of cities
around the world. the first Ignite Phoenix
event took place in 2008 and was held
in front of an audience barely topping
100 people. the format and the passion
of the speakers were fascinating, so a
second event was held a few months
later and attracting more attendees.
Each subsequent Ignite Phoenix event
grew larger, most recently selling out
to an audience of over 800 people. Its
popularity has ensured that Ignite
Phoenix will be an ongoing series
within the valley community.
From the beginning, Ignite Phoenix
has been a non-profit event
driven entirely by volunteers
and remains so today. a small
team of dedicated
individuals plan
each event and
rely on local
companies for
sponsorship.
The point of it all
the goal of Ignite Phoenix is to light a fire
under the valley’s creative community.
the word “creative” doesn’t just mean
artists, musicians and the like. a motif
which runs through each event is the
belief that all people are creative and
can find inspiration from hearing other
creative people speak about their
passions. Ignite Phoenix doesn’t light
a fire which drives massive change in
the local community. Instead, it aims to
light a fire in each individual, a fire which
drives people to find new passions and
more fully explore existing passions.
a second goal of Ignite Phoenix is to
help build community within the valley.
Phoenix and the various suburbs are
spread far and wide, and Ignite Phoenix
aims to counter the sprawl. It brings
hundreds of people together for an
evening of inspiration, and in doing
so, creates an environment in which
conversations can be started and
friendships can be formed.
the next event will be Ignite Phoenix
#10 on May 20 at Scottsdale center for
the Performing arts. also, submissions
are currently being accepted, so if you
have a passion you want to speak about,
now is the time to submit a proposal.
Only 18 will be chosen for presentation
on stage, but all are welcome to submit.
More information about attending and
speaking can be found through tukeeaZ’s
website at tukeeaz.com.
Matthew is currently the social media director for Ignite Phoenix. In his day job, he does software development and social media consulting. He first came to Ignite Phoenix #2 and hasn’t missed one yet. At Ignite Phoenix #6, he did a presentation on coffee, one of his passions and daily indulgences.
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Igniting Your Passion in Phoenix
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by Matthew petro
It’s never too early to find your own special ING. 11-year old McKenna Ham has been inspired to pursue her ING with passion — photographing the beautiful Ahwatukee sunsets. Her story has not been edited to maintain the nature of its youthful spirit.
Photographing Sunsetsby McKenna Ham
One of my favorite hobbies is photographing. Taking pic-
tures is like an adventure, and you can take pictures of
anything you want. My Dad gave me a camera, and along
with my step mother, we love racing out the door to catch a
sunset.
Sunsets are so beautiful, of course, some night there isn’t a
sunset, then you’re in trouble. Sometimes, when it is really
cloudy out, that is when you get the best shot.
When I take these pictures it makes me feel happy and excit-
ed just because they turned out great. I had to learn how to
get the right settings, and angle, and the best lighting. If you
could count how much pictures I have, it would mostly all be
sunset shots. That is how much I love photographing sunsets.
Where I go for the pictures is just like an overlook that looks
over Tukee. It’s a nice area for sunsets because that is where
you could see it really good. If you go there for those shots,
what you get is mountains, the sunset, and
the overlook. It’s such a great spot.
I really like taking these photos because
when I see the picture, I say to myself,”
Wow I took this photo,” or “ I really took the
shot?”
I love photographing and this will
always be part of my life.
{soul}
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I feel younger when I rIde that bIke.
by Lisa Ashford
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My ahWaTuKEE InG?RIDInG a BIKE!
MaKES ME ThInK OF WhEn I WaS a KID .
ThE FIRST TIME ThOSE TRaInInG WhEElS CaME
OFF anD I WaS aBlE TO RIDE aROunD ThE
BlOCK On juST ThOSE TWO WhEElS,
Man, you were IT!
You and your friends could go anywhere, challenge each other to races, and see who could ride the farthest with no hands. In the spirit of childhood and also trying to get back in shape, I decided to take up bike riding again. Bicycles have definitely changed since then but I figured the basics were the same. You know the old saying “It’s like riding a bike, you never forget!”
As I found out, some of that is true, some not so much. First off, my body has changed immensely since the last time I rode a ten speed (which they now call road bikes). I took my road bike to the local bike shop and got it tuned up for $30. To my dismay, my seat didn’t seem to fit the bike seat as well as it did many years ago. I returned to the local bike shop to buy a new seat, now realizing this might be my second trip of many. I was also informed I needed a helmet and gloves (purchased ones that matched the color of my bike, of course!) I was ready to take on the hills of my neighborhood. I made it one mile the first day before calling it quits and actually had to walk part of the way.
realizing that I’m not in as good as shape as I thought, I decided to take it easier the next day but eventually worked up to five
miles a day. I was really enjoying this and had my route mapped out until one day I decided to go do another road which led to another road, well, you get the drift. One day I clocked 10 miles because I just got lost. people are pretty good about not running over you but there have been a few close calls and numerous adventures. Like the day I was surrounded by three big dogs and two little ankle biters. I got off the bike trying to keep it between me and the teeth. It’s those little ones you gotta watch out for! A neighbor down the road heard me yelling and rescued me. He told me I was lucky as another woman had gotten bit the week before. I ventured back to the bike shop for some pepper spray and advice. paid for the pepper spray, the advice was free. Seems being chased by dogs is good cardio exercise! I’ll consider that a lesson learned.
When it got too hot to ride so I put trusty “Blanca” in the back bedroom and said goodbye for now — as a fair weather rider and do not understand why people would want to ride in the rain, cold and humidity.
All in all, I do enjoy my rides, looking out for the snakes in the road, filling my lungs with fresh air and seeing just how far I can push this old girl. I’m not as fearless as I was when I was younger but I do feel younger when I ride that bike. So get your old Schwinn out of the garage, dust it off and take a spin. You might actually take a ride down memory lane!
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Sushi Eye
As a professional chef, I am
frequently asked which
restaurants are my favorite
in the Valley. For the last
several years, Sushi Eye has
been on the top of that list;
its original location in Tempe
was conveniently located
near my businesses. Recently
transplanted right here in the
Tuke, my long-standing favorite
is even better. On a recent
Saturday night I took a good
friend who had never been for
his Sushi Eye indoctrination. Of
course, with the help of sushi
chef-owner Richard Cho’s
fantastic cuisine, my rock star
status was quickly secured.
by Chef Laura Slama
That finely chopped wasabi
root – well, it was like playing
wasabi roulette – one bite
would have just a hint of heat,
the next had your sinuses
cleared out for a year. That’s
my kind of roulette.
What I love about Sushi Eye is its ability to take what has
become a ubiquitous experience (sushi restaurants on every
corner, not to mention the grocery store) to a whole new
level. In this restaurant, with its sleek décor, cool lighting, and
copious comfortable seating indoors and out, you are made
to feel special the moment you walk in. This restaurant has a
following, “sushi eye die hards” who know it doesn’t get better
than this, especially in our landlocked, ocean-starved state.
So how do they do that? Like everything else, it’s a trickle down
effect, starting with richard. Having been a die hard myself over
the last few years, treating family, friends and coworkers to the
great combination of flavors Sushi Eye has to offer, Richard has
quietly catalogued my life: he knows what I do professionally,
where my daughter goes to college, the names of my coworkers
and friends and continues to make the effort to stay current. The
staff does the same – they are not just a name (hello my name is
X and I will be your waiter tonight) but also an individual who
wants to make a connection at the table. Don’t believe me? Sit
at the bar for an hour and watch the wait staff HUg guests as
they leave – that is what a following looks like.
Our server, Luigi (actually it was Mario Luigi for all you
video game enthusiasts) had only one goal: to please. Whether
making a suggestion for a cocktail to start (definitely try the
pom Drop), or following up on how we liked one of Sushi
Eye’s many creative rolls, Luigi rocked. And these rolls are not
just creative, they’re creatively named: the Climax, the Second
Climax, Booty and the tamer rice-free Atkins, among others.
All conversation starters, but the talking stops when the eating
begins.
I asked what was especially good that evening. I’m sure for
Richard suggesting one fish over another is like picking a
favorite child, but I am so glad he did as he turned me onto
escolar sashimi. Not meant to be eaten in large quantities, escolar
is buttery without being rich, and this sashimi offering was the
cleanest, freshest fish to greet my mouth in ages. Served simply
with finely chopped fresh wasabi root, you could honestly hear
sushi angels singing. And that finely chopped wasabi root –
well, it was like playing wasabi roulette – one bite would have
just a hint of heat, the next had your sinuses cleared out for a
year. That’s my kind of roulette.
Of course, as a regular, I was treated to another differentiation
– my own chopsticks. Yes, you read that right – once you
have demonstrated your loyalty to this sushi nirvana, you are
rewarded with your very own boxed chopsticks kept securely
on the shelf in the sushi bar, quietly waiting for your next visit. I
was epitome of sushi cool when mine were brought to the table.
So, if you haven’t discovered Sushi Eye yet, now is a good
time – this place pops our Tukee bubble, just like tobiko* on the
tongue. Sushi Eye is truly eye opening sushi.
*Tobiko: Flying Fish Roe, similar in texture and shape to caviar.
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The staff of Sushi Eye are just
not names but individuals
wants to make a connection
at the table.
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{mind}
feelings.Spring fever is in the air! have you caught it yet?
the days are longer, temperatures are rising and
people are out and about enjoying all the amenities
in our beautiful ahwatukee backyard! Families
can be seen on the hiking trails, bike tires are
rolling and runners are lacing up their shoes for
early morning workouts. Spring brings a renewed
commitment for many to health, fitness and overall
wellbeing.
when we hear the word fitness, most of us
associate that word with our physical state and we
assess whether we are ‘in’ or ‘out’ of shape. while
many of us have spent countless hours getting into
physical shape, there is another type of fitness
to pay attention to; I like to call it our “emotional
fitness.” what? I have to be emotionally fit too?
Many of us are what I call “emotionally out of
shape.” we struggle with identifying, accessing
and expressing our emotions/feelings directly.
For some, their emotions come from every which
way but straight. they can be masked in sarcasm,
humor, thoughts and often times can be ‘stuffed’
for years, never to see the light of day. Stuffed
feelings are like having a clogged filter or broken
oil pump and with a lack of ‘circulation’, you can get
‘emotionally overheated’…doing harm to yourself
and to those you love.
EMOtIONS. we all have them…they are ‘hard wired’
into us. they are a natural part of who we are. the
families we grew up in and their attitudes and
beliefs about feelings are what we carry around as
adults unless we take some time to examine them
for ourselves. Many of us have very low tolerance
for uncomfortable feelings (like sadness, grief,
loss, pain). becoming more emotionally fit requires
increasing our tolerance for feeling uncomfortable.
It is a challenging thing to do, like a tough workout
or a race. but, it is important to remember that
feelings, like those workouts have a beginning,
middle and end and don’t last forever.
Feelings are not right or wrong, they just are.
Oftentimes we have feelings about our feelings.
we might feel angry and then feel guilty because
we feel angry. we are left ‘sitting’ with our anger
rather than the dealing with the guilt that lies
below.
Some of us grew up with the message to ignore
“bad” feelings. a caregiver may have said things to
us like “don’t feel that way” or “pull yourself up by
your bootstraps and get over it” or “big boys don’t
cry.” all of these messages keep us away from a
significant part of ourselves.
Feelings can be one of our most important
personal possessions; and identifying, accessing
and expressing them directly is a wonderful road
to creating long lasting intimate relationships with
important people who we put in our lives. how
we deal with our emotions on a daily basis with
can make a significant difference in the quality of
our lives. So EMbracE all of you…and start your
training program today!
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Figuring out that personality is the important first phase of a design interview. Sometimes this can take several hours and a great bottle of pinot Noir. Okay, that’s not the truth, just an excuse. When a client already has that sense of style, feel and personality that they want to incorporate into their project, my job is simply to help them achieve it. It’s interesting for me to work with someone who absolutely knows what they want. Their vision is expressed to me passionately and they are excited to put a personal stamp on their transformation. Always makes me smile. Walking them through that vision with professional guidance is where the inspiration and fun begins.
A style that has become more sought after is Modern Design. This look can be truly transformational and realistically economical. Modern design themes came about as a rejection of other more ornate design styles and offered something new for those wanting the simple, minimalist look. Modern can be edgy, clean and sleek, yet remain comfortable and inviting. Bold, strong and sexy, some love it, some do not. But it’s a style that can be intimidating to create. Modern Design is truly an artistic statement. For those looking to introduce this personality into their living spaces, here are a few basic tips to keep in mind, although applications can vary greatly.
The use of bold color is especially important when modernizing. Color can be introduced through the form of accent walls and accessories. A simple splash may be all you need.
Flooring selections such as dark wood, low pile carpet and cool contemporary porcelain tiles can be used alone or in combination to create dramatic flooring affects.
White sinks and chrome fixtures are striking against dark counters and cabinets.
Lighting will always take center stage in the world of Modern Design as contemporary lighting is full of artistic flair.
Furniture and accessories are clean, solid and chic. One of my favorites…the wall mounted electric fireplace! It’s insanely
conversational and functional.
personalizing while modernizing…it’s inviting, inspirational and fun! perhaps a bit challenging and for some a total transformation however if you are looking to bring out personality this is a creative way to let yours shine. It’s a look you will want to come home to!
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MODERN FLAMESThis contemporary home accessory
is sure to be one of the most eye catching features in your home. I absolutely love this! It’s instant
ambiance! And yes, it’s easy to use, which is just one of the reasons I
recommend it. you simply plug in the “picture frame with a burning flame” and enjoy the look of realistic flames
and even some warmth. Perfect if you want the look and feel of a real
fireplace but have limited space and not wanting to invest in the
expense of putting a real fireplace in. you don’t need a chimney or
outside vent. There are many sizes and options to choose from. This
mesmerizing picture flame is a great choice for a modern look.
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The epiphany that many of us hope to see in magazines stays folded up in the stack of pages, and we find ourselves aimlessly perusing the aisles of our go-to, easy fashion fix stores hoping that something will catch our eye and will fill a hole in our wardrobe.
Chances are on a good day, the blouse you purchased out of your desire for something new and trendy sees daylight for a month and then becomes a top that sits in your closet and doesn’t even come close to whispering, “That’s me! That’s my look!” as a stylist, a professional who is never supposed to make fashion mistakes, I confess I also have a handful of clothes that have only been worn once because I’m guilty of shopping without purpose. however, I can also say that 85% of the clothes I do own are worn plenty within a year and I confidently know my style.
So, what if 2011 was the year that you finally built the wardrobe that is your style, and 8.5 times out of 10 every purchase you made hit the nail on the head? Ten out of ten is perfection, and not even stylists are perfect. So, how do you build an 8.5?
Flip through a fashion magazine, when you see an outfit that you crave, save the page. Once you have five pages of style inspiration, tuck them in your purse. you will then be prepared for your shopping trips to nordstrom, detours to the clothing section in Target and tempting shoe sales where you might otherwise come home with another pair of black flats. you will promptly be able to remind yourself that you are need of some round toe, nude pumps, which by the way, every woman really should have, and you will have the measuring stick to say no to the flats.
Keep an archive of these magazine clippings, and you will come to understand your personal style. you’ll recognize common threads, such as colors you are drawn to, stripes are your favorite pattern or you may really love sun dresses even though you always wear jeans.
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“DIanE - [hEaVy SIGh] - DO OnE ThInG; DO IT WEll, anD MOVE On.”
Ha! That was my husband’s advice to me, early in our marriage. Living with a whirling dervish made him dizzy, it seemed. Even before our kids arrived on the scene, it was nearly impossible to truly dedicate myself to completing just one task at a time. How boring! I am woman; watch me multi-task.
I can’t say much has changed over the years for Venus and Mars, navigating endless demands of the domestic landscape. My husband attacks a task at hand with the visceral focus of a surgeon’s initial incision. Neither inquisitive preschoolers nor ringing doorbells nor barking dogs will break his concentration. Not me. I juggle two things at once at the very least, thinking about the 4 others I’ve got ahead… all while doling out bones to the 3 needy “pups” nipping at my heels.
My endless observation of social behavior leads me to believe my penchant for multi-tasking must be imprinted into the DNA of most women. Mornings, as soon as my lids fly open, I pick up all the balls and hit the ground running. With a ticking clock hastening my pace, I simultaneously juggle the morning round…coordinate breakfast, negotiate sibling warfare, sign papers, toss a load in the washing machine, strategize schedules with my other half (who is busy doing one thing at a time, doing it well, and then moving on), slapping on some lip-gloss, emerge victorious in the debate over wearing mismatched clothes with my littlest one; tabulate what deadline I simply must meet that day, and shepherd 3 kids to the car. Even when we’re driving, I review spelling words, ask about the latest on the social scene and lead a quick prayer for their safety. Whew. Take a breath; get ready for the next round.
I’m curious about the origination of this pattern I see in so many women. Was it a necessary adaptation to the demands of raising children even as women worked alongside men-folk in the fields? Or, are our brains simply wired to manage multiple tasks in preparation for tending to that for which we seem naturally suited… nurturing relationships, managing employees, tending to children with different developmental needs at once? Note to self: add, “read up on the history of multi-tasking” to the to-do list. Yeah; I can squeeze that in!
My own propensity for juggling skyrocketed with the birth of my third baby. I spent many afternoons nursing my infant while helping another with homework and keeping a trained eye on my ambitious middle child, practicing handstands around the house. I remember smiling to myself at times, liking this new version of myself, juggling so many balls at once. True, sometimes I did, and often still do, drop one of those balls. (Not the baby, of course!) I’d forget to return a client’s call; neglect to sign a permission slip for a field trip, place my husband last on the list, again. But in all, I manage to keep my head above water meeting the demands of my numbered roles… mother, wife, professional, friend, volunteer, church leader, chauffeur, nurse, counselor, neighbor, family member. Where would the world be without women?
So sorry, honey. I never was able to take your well — intentioned advice to “do one thing, do it well, and move on.” But it’s all right; that’s your job. Two whirling dervishes would just collide. And I appreciate that every now and again, you convince me to put down all those balls and just relax. Even if I do insist on cutting coupons while we watch TV.
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Spinach and Broccoli Gyoza YIEld 18-24 PIEcES
1 cup broccoli, trimmed, blanched and shocked3 oz. Spinach, baby3t water chestnuts, canned, drained2 chives, chopped2t asian sesame oil2t Ginger, fresh, peeled1t Sugar1t Sherry, dry 1/2t Sea salt24 Gyoza, round, about 2 ½ inches in diameter2t Soy sauce2t water1t SugarGinger, finely grated to tasteasian chile paste to tasteSherry, dry to tastechives for garnish
1. Make dipping sauce: combine soy sauce, water, sugar, ginger, sherry and chile paste in small bowl. adjust seasonings to taste.
2. Place broccoli, spinach, water chestnuts, chives, and ginger in food processor and pulse lightly until all ingredients are finely chopped. add sesame oil, sugar, Sherry and sea salt. blend together, taste and adjust seasonings.
3. Mound 1 slightly rounded teaspoon filling onto each gyoza round. bring up edge of each round, squeezing gently to close.
4. heat about 1 tablespoon canola oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. add dumplings and cook about 1-2 minutes or until bottoms are browned. add ½ cup water and cover tightly. Steam an additional 5-7 minutes, or until cooked through.
5. to serve, place dumplings on a platter with sauce in separate bowl. Garnish with chives and serve hot.
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As a result of people talking, texting, and e-mailing while driving, approximately 500,000 individuals are hurt and 6,000 killed annually.
According to the American Automobile Association’s Director of Traffic Safety, distracted drivers cause approximately 24% to 50% of vehicular accidents. For example, a Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles and Virginia Commonwealth University study concluded that texting or videotaping while slowing to observe other accidents caused 16% of distracted driver accidents. Based on survey results cited in Oprah’s no texting campaign, it would seem most of us are tempted to use cell-phones while driving. The survey cited by Oprah’s campaign revealed that 71% of individuals 18 to 49 years of age
drive while texting or talking on their cell-phones. This makes it essential for all drivers to familiarize themselves with Arizona’s texting laws.
Phoenix City Code Section 36-76.01 provides:
E. If a person violates this section and the person is not involved in a motor vehicle accident, the person is subject to a civil penalty of not less than $100 plus any other penalty assessments authorized by law.
F. If a person violates this section and the person is involved in a motor vehicle accident, the person is subject to a civil penalty of not less than $250 plus any other penalty assessments authorized by law.
G. If a person is cited for violating this section, the person is involved in a motor vehicle accident and a written accident report is required by law, the law enforcement officer investigating the accident shall indicate on the written accident form the use of a personal digital assistant to send or receive a written message at the time of the accident.
Although currently only the City of phoenix has texting while driving laws in place, the Arizona State Legislature is seriously considering two pieces of legislation that could make texting while driving an offense statewide. Arizona House Bill (HB) 2426 seeks to prevent drivers less than 18 years of age holding Class g licenses from using cell phones or texting while driving. The proposed penalty for violating HB 2426 would be an extension of their restricted driver’s license for six months. Arizona Senate Bill (SB) 1111 seeks to prohibit driving while using all wireless devices in the State. The proposed penalty is $100 for a first offense, $250 and community service for a second offense, and $500 and community service for a third offense. SB 1111 would also double the fines proposed if automobile accidents were involved.
Please refrain from texting while driving and drive defensively because so many people continue to drive while texting. 50
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today’s businesses are more than about making money. It’s about making a difference. here are a few examples of the many in ahwatukee who are setting examples for our community through their personal commitment and actions.
Ahwatukee’s top litigator, Melanie Beauchamp will defend the concept of charity through deeds rather than words. A longtime resident and business owner, she has been involved with numerous charitable events and mentoring. Of her most rewarding experiences as a guest lecturer at Mountain pointe High School she says, “I think I benefited more than the students!” Melanie has also helped raise money for the Sandra Day O’Connor House and various youth athletic programs. She is currently working with the Chamber to promote Women in Business through a fashion show benefiting Connecting to Serve’s scholarship fund.
Doozy of a Deal is the locally based deal of the day website, which in addition to delivering dining, pampering and entertaining deals, is giving back to our community. Through its Doozy “gives Back” fund-raising program Doozy donates 7.5% of every deal sold to local schools, charities, and non-profits. Since its launch in March of 2010, has raised over $17,000 for our community.
As the child of a single mother, Connie Nelson spent much of her youth at the YMCA where she discovered the joys of volunteering. Her many years of helping others led her to continue to do so, and she now serves as Ahwatukee Foothills YMCA’s Executive Director. In addition to her work with the YMCA, Connie meets monthly with the Ahwatukee Chamber Coalition where other area non-profit groups, associations and community leaders come together to discuss local issues and concerns.
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Excuses… I’ve heard them all in my 25 years training clients. You know the if ‘I had a nickle’ bit? Well, let’s just say, I should be a rich man. A very rich man. I’ll give you a few of my favorites EXCUSES but will forgo the names, to protect ‘the lazy’. 1. My house is too messy. What does this even mean?
What does a dirty house have to do with working out? 2. I’m too tired. 3. I don’t want to eat rabbit food. 4. I’ll get too sweaty or stinky.
You do realize you will have to sweat at some point in order to lose weight right?
And I still laugh out loud when I think about this one: I need to diet before I start working-out. I understand we would all be better off with 30 hours in our day, that jobs are demanding, and kids suck the energy out of us. But the reality is, life isn’t handing us an extra 6 hours on a silver tray and while we try to ‘find the time to workout’ our waistlines get wider, our skin starts to sag and our health is hitting and all-time low. So, aside from stepping away from the cheeseburger and fries, how do we take control of our health; in mind, body and spirit?
IT’S AS EASY AS 1-2-3-4.
1. COMMITMENTMake your commitment known. A private promise is rarely as effective as one you make before others. Understand the motivation behind your commitment and be prepared for the mental fight that will ensue when your days are long and your patience for results is short. 2. SET rEALISTIC gOALS The magazine covers seduce us with claims of “Diets That Work” and ways to “get Think Fast”. But, if they worked, the Centers for Disease Control’s recent findings wouldn’t show that roughly 25% of adult Americans have Type 2 diabetes. There isn’t a magic pill, it’s not coming off fast and your goals are just that, YOUr goals. 3.. FIND THE rIgHT FITNESS prOgrAM FOr YOUr NEEDS Start with what you enjoy. Hiking in our Tukee Foothills or maybe biking in your neighborhood. But, then change it up to avoid boredom. Just keep the momentum going!
4. MAkE A DATE AND DON’T STAND YOUrSELF UpYou schedule your dentist appointment, dinner with your friends and all your meetings for work and kids. Make a date for fitness! You can continue with the excuses and watch your overall wellness slip away or you can consider these numbers: We all get 168 hours in the week. But, you only need 3 to 4 hours to begin making exciting improvements in your health. What are you waiting for?
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sweatIngToxins are in the water, air, food, soaps, shampoos and even clothes and have been directly linked with a host of diseases: cancer, lowered immune function, arthritis, autism, fibromyalgia, Alzheimer’s, neurological as well as cardiovascular disorders. So, its TIME TO SWEAT and detoxify. Sherry rogers MD, in Detox or Die, says toxicity is a one-way street leading to disease; the key to healing the impossible is to reverse the toxicity.
Therapeutic sweating is one of the most natural ways to assist your body’s natural detoxification. Now, I’m not saying you should sit in a sweat lodge all day, but perspiring is a natural way to eliminate waste from your body. Skin has been called your “third kidney” due to its incredible waste removal capabilities. Yoga is a healing lifestyle, and if you sweat in the process, so begins the elimination of toxins.
SO, LETS DO SOME SWEATINg AND A LITTLE YOgA WITH IT!
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PatIeNt: DOCTOr, WHAT DOES THE X-rAY OF MY HEAD SHOW? DoCtor: ABSOLUTELY NOTHINg!
Medical studies show laughter boosts levels of endorphins, the body’s natural painkillers, and suppresses levels of epinephrine, the stress hormone. When Norman Cousins, a columnist for Saturday Review and perhaps most well-known proponent of laughter therapy was diagnosed in 1964 with a painful and potentially lethal auto-immune condition. Faced with the prospect of his impending death, he realized if negative emotions contribute to poor health and tend to make symptoms worse and positive emotions should have the opposite effect. So he decided to put his theory to a test. With his doctor’s permission, he rented a hotel room and watched Marx Brothers movies and Candid Camera episodes for hours on end. He discovered his pain levels decreased and the quality of his sleep improved. He even went into remission surprising the medical community.
One researcher in the 1980’s, Dr. Lee Berk, also found that laughter increases the activity of cells that destroy viruses and tumors, increases disease destroying antibodies and increases cells which help cellular immune responses.
Another study took a look at 20 high-risk diabetic patients with high blood pressure and high cholesterol levels. These patients were managed according to standard medical guidelines but half watched funny videos for 30 minutes a day. researchers found was after two
months the laughter group had lower levels of stress hormones, improved cholesterol levels, and lower levels of harmful inflammatory proteins. The study concluded that “there is an intrinsic physiological intervention brought about by positive emotions such as mirthful laughter, optimism and hope.”
No one wants to be given a life-altering medical diagnosis. But when faced with such a situation, following the standard prescribed therapies along with a healthy dose of optimism and laughter just might improve your odds for recovery.
DoCtor: I HAVE SOME BAD NEWS AND SOME VErY BAD NEWS.
PatIeNt: WELL, MIgHT AS WELL gIVE ME THE BAD NEWS FIrST.
DoCtor: THE LAB CALLED WITH YOUr TEST rESULTS. YOU HAVE 24 HOUrS TO LIVE.
PatIeNt: THAT’S TErrIBLE! WHAT COULD BE WOrSE? WHAT’S THE VErY BAD NEWS?
DoCtor: I’VE BEEN TrYINg TO rEACH YOU SINCE YESTErDAY.
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If you’ve stepped foot in a cell phone store or watch any amount of TV you are likely familiar with how many options there are for mobile devices. Though Blackberrys were ubiquitous in the business world it wasn't until Apple released the iphone that the smartphone really caught on. Now we have the iphone, Android and Windows phone 7 and they all claim to be the best, so how can you know which one is right for you? If you're going to shell out $300 for a new phone you want to make sure you're getting the best one. This gets more difficult as most people emotionally zealous about their current device.
Comparing features isn’t always helpful. They all perform the same high level tasks; Download and run applications, create, edit and view contacts, make calls, use gpS and browse the internet. All three of these phones do these things but it's all in how they do it that make them what they are. It comes down to personal preference and how you want your superphone to do things.
The iphone varies from the other devices as it actually features less variety. This isn't necessarily a bad thing as it means that it's a lot easier to pick out which model since all you have to do is decide how much internal memory you need. If you want to pick up a Windows phone 7 or an Android device there are an overwhelming number of options since multiple manufactures make multiple models.
Then you have apps. Lots and lots of apps. The iphone's app store has been around the longest and has more high-quality apps than the Android market, but are generally more expensive. The Android market is quickly catching up and a lot of iphone developers have started doing Android apps as well. The Windows phone 7 app store has the least number of apps available, but their selection is growing steadily. Exploring apps and figuring which device has the apps what you need is definitely one of the most important features in determining which will be the best device for you.
All in all you can't go wrong with the main three contenders. They are three different personalities and the secret is all in finding which one's voice attracts you the most.
by Jeremy Blaker
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