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VICTIMS GROUPS SAY DOMESTIC ABUSE AWARENESS IS LACKING
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By Margaret Sutherlin Current in Carmel
Amy• had long considered leaving her husband. Their 20-year relationship had spiraled out of control into physical and sexual violence, emotional manipulation and financial control. But Amy just could not bring herself to get out.
It took her daughter’s revelation that she had been molested by her father for Amy to make her move.
“I was not happy with him and the way he treated me for years,” Amy said. “But I just couldn’t seem to leave. Fear cer-tainly kept me from doing that.”
A Hamilton County resident, Amy’s story is not as uncommon as many believe. Domestic vio-lence is not typically associated with the area’s suburban, family-oriented image, but it still occurs through-out Carmel and the county.
“I think in general people have a hard time understanding domestic violence isn’t just a woman who is battered physically
and covered in bruises and bloody,” Amy said. “There is a lot more to it than that. It is about control and verbal abuse and psychologically twisting things around.”
Victims of domestic violence do have one option for help in the area. Prevail, Inc. (1100 S. 9th St. in Noblesville) is the primary victims’ advocacy group in Hamilton County. Offering counseling and support groups through outpatient
services, Prevail deals with hun-dreds of abuse victims. In 2008, the nonprofit helped 3,485 victims.
Carmel Police Department Lt. Jeff Horner said the city has not seen a significant increase in domestic violence. But Shirley Cecil, director of client services at Prevail, disagrees.
“Through the years, I think we have seen more severe cases of domestic violence than we ever have,” she said. “I have been here almost 19 years, and when I started everybody knew the clients who came in. Now it is very rare to know ev-
eryone’s clients because there are so many.”
Slide will continueCecil believes the domestic violence
problem will continue to worsen before any improvements are made. She sees the general lack of awareness of Prevail and the silent victims of domestic abuse as a seri-ous problem.
“We are always fighting this belief system – this paradigm that domestic vio-lence isn’t really happening,” Cecil said.
While institutions like Prevail work to fight ignorance of domestic violence, recovering victims face many other chal-lenges. Legal representation is expensive, and finding pro-bono lawyers is difficult. Further, establishing financial indepen-dence and finding a home takes time.
In Hamilton County, the lack of a vic-tims’ shelter presents another challenge. The closest shelters are in Marion County and Anderson, and Cecil says that is why many women are hesitant to end abusive relationships.
Amy considered going to a shelter sev-eral times.
“I certainly may have considered (going to shelter) a lot more seriously because there were not that many options in the area,” she said. “It was certainly an issue.”
Cecil believes a needs-assessment would show what she knows is a clear need for a shelter and transitional housing for Hamilton County victims.
But for now, she directs her focus on increasing awareness and preventing do-
mestic violence. Prevail hopes to expand into other areas of the county someday to make it more accessible for all victims. But without funding and in a slow economy, expansion remains unlikely.
A location in Carmel doesn’t appear to be an option, and city-level preventative programming seems unlikely as well. The police department recommends Prevail, but it does not conduct prevention pro-gramming, and City Council member Luci Snyder said city government does not usually focus on domestic violence awareness.
Awarness, education neededWith only 14 arrests in Carmel last year
for domestic battery, Horner said the police department understands domestic abuse is a significantly underreported crime.
And while Prevail continues to work against the perception that domestic vio-lence is not an issue in Hamilton County, Amy agrees awareness and education are the best tools to fight the cycle of violence.
“There is a big image factor here, and I don’t think people see beyond that image a lot of the time,” she said. “There are abus-ers who are making six figures and are VPs at companies. It’s just not recognized or acknowledged at all.”
For more information about Prevail, call 317-773-6942. Its crisis hotline is 317-776-3472. *To protect the victim’s identity, her name has been changed and other identifiable information omitted.
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VICTIMS GROUPS SAY DOMESTIC ABUSE AWARENESS IS LACKING IN HAMILTON COUNTY
“WE ARE ALWAYS fIGHTING THIS BELIEf SYSTEM – THIS PARADIGM THAT DOMESTIC
VIOLENCE ISN’T REALLY HAPPENING.”
HELP DEFEAT DOMESTIC VIOLENCEAll three Carmel middle schools are joining forces with the Carmel police and fire departments to raise money for the Julian Center Shelter for Battered Women, 2011 N. Meridian St. in Indianapolis. There are numerous ways to help.
• Charity basketball game: Faculty teams from Clay, Carmel and Creekside middle schools, as well as a team composed of members of the Carmel police and fire departments, will play basketball to raise money for the center. The event will be at Creekside Middle School Feb. 20 at 6 p.m. Admission is $5.
• Red Robin gourmet burgers: On Feb. 18, Red Robin will donate $1 for every burger/sandwich ordered at both restaurants in Carmel.
• T-shirts: Purchase a Charity Basketball T-shirt at any of the middle schools for $10 and wear them to the game to support your favorite team.
For more information on the Julian Center or to donate money or canned food/household supplies, visit www.juliancenter.org or call 317-941-2200.
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TAkE THE LEADIt is our position that President
Obama should focus his energy on providing a vision to lead the country through a world fraught with turbu-lence and financial risk. He ought not to expend pre-cious resources reminding the American public that he was not in charge over these past several years. Our president must show tremendous matu-rity in assuming the mantle of responsibility, without resorting to the tired political chicanery of blame-shifting and name-calling. He is no longer a political candidate; he is the president.
Campaign promises aside, Mr. Obama
is facing no easy task. Many important issues have been ignored or poorly man-aged – even during the last Congress, of which he was a member of the majority
party. Clearly, he has had little
time as chief executive. Much of his behavior could be the result of inexperience. Perhaps he is merely adjusting to the “buck stops here” role of the American president. But now, much like those first few hours and days following Sept. 11,
the country is longing for a demonstra-tion of leadership from its elected of-ficials. Blaming others about so-called inherited programs is not what we want.
SuCCESS IN A rOuNDAbOuT wAyIt is our position that the city of Carmel
should be lauded as the host of the 2011 Transportation Research Board’s National Roundabout Conference. Beating out the other finalist, Seattle, Wash., Mayor Jim Brainard’s presenta-tion persuaded the group to bring the international event (and its expected 600 attendees) to our own Renaissance Indianapolis North hotel.
What began as a peculiar array of unique intersections has developed into national leadership. Carmel’s imple-mentation of roundabout intersections (60 by 2011) has reduced municipal expenses, physical and property accident damage
and traffic flow. Quirky or not, we have assumed a lead-
ership position. But leadership brings with it responsibility … and scrutiny. During the recent heavy storms, some complained
plows were less effective in circles. And inconsistent signage has been a prob-lem. Further, roundabouts near traditional stoplights can become overloaded during rush hour.
Criticism aside, Carmel has stepped out in front of the nation, and it serves as an example of forward-thinking design. It is better to have exerted leader-ship and been challenged than to have never attempted to lead at all.
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Editor:As a Carmel resident, mother and educa-
tor, I was deeply concerned to learn that the Carmel Clay school board is proposing to eliminate Spanish at the kindergarten and early elementary levels.
Research says early childhood is an optimal time to begin learning a second language. Indeed, the human brain is hard wired to acquire language during these early years, enabling children to hear and produce sounds in a way not possible during subsequent developmental stages.
In addition to the well-publicized lin-guistic benefits of early language learning, young students make measurable gains in listening skills, memory, and critical think-ing abilities through world language study, and such study increases understanding of the structure of their native language. Early language learning is linked to higher scores
on standardized tests and increased achieve-ment in other disciplines. Perhaps most importantly, world language study provides young children with an appreciation for other cultures, an acceptance of diversity and an expanded worldview that should be an essential part of education in a global society.
Carmel schools have a well-deserved reputation for excellence, which makes these proposed cuts all the more disap-pointing. Budget cuts are an unfortunate reality in these challenging economic times. However, they should not come at the ex-pense of the cognitive needs of our young-est students.
Molly S. MurphyPresident
Indiana Network for Early Language Learning
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Wanna write us a letter? You can do it a couple ways. The easiest is to e-mail it to [email protected]. The old-fashioned way is to snail mail it to Current in Carmel, 1 South Range Line Road, Carmel, IN 46032. Keep letters to 200 words max (we may make exceptions), and be sure to include your home zip code and a daytime number for verification.
The Public Policy Committee of the Indiana House of Representatives passed a revised smoking ban last week for most public places across the state. There are exemptions for bars and casinos. Businesses with liquor licenses are free to let people fire up as long as proper notice is posted. Casinos will need to cordon off 20 percent of gaming areas for non-smokers, which reminds us of the former smoking sections on commercial aircraft, which similarly were a combined joke. So, here we go again with government inserting itself into our lives – at work and at play. These legisla-tive giants can’t balance a budget, build an interstate highway from here to Evansville or achieve any of myriad other objectives, but they can – and they will – be happy to control our rights. Five words: Get out and stay out! If business owners want a smoking environment (we don’t here), let them have it. If patrons want a smoking atmosphere, provide it. If workers want to toil in smoke-filled joints, let them, and if they don’t wish to do so, they needn’t apply. No one is forc-ing anything – except for the government. And that’s wrong!
• • •Striking back at business: It’s an
out-of-control freight train, and we fear it never will be stopped. The Indiana House of Representatives, controlled by Democrats, soon will vote on a mea-sure to help repair Indiana’s flat-broke unemployment-insurance fund by increas-ing taxes on employers. The plan would increase both taxable wage base and tax rates. It’s yet another stunning example of how government punishes businesses for actually hiring people. We sense these bozos are unfit to run a lemonade stand in the middle of the Sahara Desert! And they wouldn’t pay the taxes if they could.
• • •Somber note: Please keep our sales
executive, Dennis O’Malia, and his wife, Jill, in your thoughts and prayers. Jill’s daughter died at age 28 last week. We’re tremendously sorry for their loss.
ANOTHER TAKE FROM THE BACKSHOP
Brian Kelly & Steve Greenberg
Over the past few weeks, I’ve had to discuss a part of the human anatomy – specifical-ly, the male anatomy – that I would have been happy to
live my life without ever con-templating: the prostate. This sometimes cantankerous male reproductive gland generally operates without fanfare, but in a surprisingly high number of instances, something goes wrong and it becomes a killer.
Perhaps it is a function of age. Perhaps I am spending too much time talking about per-sonal matters and not enough time cleaning the garage. But I count among my friends many who are addressing the all-to-common cancer or are living in its aftermath. One recently faced the devil and looks to be on the road to recovery. His attitude and health remain strong. But the emotion of it all will no doubt take time to process.
Meanwhile, a favorite uncle called
with the news that his nine-year battle has taken a nefarious turn. His attitude is good; his health is not.
As luck would have it, I had my rou-tine physical this week as well. Each
time I have one, I dread (and ultimately endure) the awk-ward moment when I’m told I will feel “a little discomfort.” Yikes. But at least I know I’ve protected my children’s father another day.
So as a somewhat straight-forward guy, I often ask the aging men who populate my daily life whether they “get checked” (because prostate cancer can be treated with high success if identified). Many do not.
Man up, I say. At least we can take comfort in the fact
that we don’t have to do the checking.
Terry Anker is an associate editor of Current Publishing, LLC. You may e-mail him at [email protected].
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PrOCrASTINATINg ON THE PrOSTATE
Turbulent times set up opportuni-ties for revolutionary inventions, improved efficiencies and, in some cases, changed value systems. What don’t we know that will
change forever the way we live, work and play?
Is credit dried up for the next decade? If so, millions of Americans will have to learn to reduce spending and work off of cash. This is a tough lesson to learn all at once if you’re used to leveraging loans against non-liquid assets like invest-ment properties and business investments. How will this affect our burgeoning small business economy?
Will retail establishments and malls survive this down-turn? As Americans reduce spending to pay off debts and build up cash reserves, large retailers like Circuit City – who were carrying huge debt loads – cannot continue to operate. Will those that survive take this opportunity to pour money into their online infrastructure and distribution network, and subsequently reduce their retail presence?
Is traditional media on its way out? Television and radio stations and daily newspapers are struggling. Advertisers are
finding that DVRs and fragmented viewer patterns are infinitely reducing the effec-tiveness of TV ads, and they are instead opting to purchase product placements, on-screen graphics and celebrity endorse-
ments. Big print media budgets are being replaced by interactive marketing such as e-mail mar-keting, search engine marketing and Web site presence.
Will the auto industry as we know it continue to exist? It seems that the wholesale and retail portion of the industry is set to radically change. Will we see dealerships with only used cars – and just a few to test drive – with new cars available online direct from the factory? Will consolida-tion occur in the industry?
Some legislators are hinting that paying higher taxes to help
others out of this economic mess is the patriotic thing to do. That image certainly isn’t as inspiring as “baseball, hot dogs, apple pie and Chevrolet.”
What’s the new normal?
Sue Finkam is interested in making a difference in the community through healthy conversa-tion. You can participate in the conversation by posting a comment on her blog at www.youarecurrent.com.
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NEW CHAMBER CHAIR – Jeff Salsbery has been elected the 2009 board chair of the Carmel Chamber of Commerce. Salsbery, president of Salsbery Brothers Landscaping, becomes the chamber’s 41st chair. Salsbery Brothers celebrated its 25th year in business in 2008. Chamber officers for 2009 in addition to Salsbery are Randy Sorrell, Surroundings by NatureWorks+, chair-elect; William Redman, First Merchants Bank, treasurer; and Gary Everling, St. Vincent Carmel Hospital.
CLARIAN FIRST WITH NEW TECHNOLOGY – Clarian North Medical Center’s labor and delivery unit is the first in the Hamilton County and one of the first in the United States to incorporate a new patient safety technology called the RF Surgical Detection System™. This technology scans, and signals an alert if any Radio Frequency Detect-tagged surgical sponges or raytecs remain in a mother following birth. According to “The New England Journal of Medicine,” retained surgical sponges are one of the leading patient safety concerns in hospitals.
HAMILTON COUNTY HISTORY – Hamilton County historian David Heighway will make history come alive with interesting facts about our county’s heritage Feb. 24 from 7-8 p.m. in the Carmel Clay Public Library’s program room. For more information, call the library at 317-844-3362.
DISPATCHES
It’s an hour-and-a-half before the bus comes to pick up three of my kids for elementary school, and my oldest is sitting at the dining room table writing notecards for a presentation he has to give today. He hasn’t rehearsed his speech, hasn’t even practiced
with his props, and he just now told me he also has a book report due this morning on a book, no surprise, he hasn’t read yet. ARGH!!!!!! I don’t know whether to strangle him or hug him as the tears of stress pour out of his little 10-year-old eyes.
Part of the problem is he is in the advanced class and probably shouldn’t be. He didn’t quite meet the levels on his placement test, but since they needed more warm bodies, he was invited to try it. That was last year, and though he struggled to the point where we wanted to pull him, he absolutely loved his classmates and the coursework and insisted we give him another chance. We grudgingly agreed, but only on the condition that he get his act together and start being more responsible in the homework department.
At the beginning of this school year, he failed three tests in the first two weeks. Again, we questioned our decision to leave him in the class. After some serious discussion about expectations, we allowed him to stay. Now here I am, five months later, watching him struggle with moun-tains of assignments and an inability to manage his time.
What should we do? Initially, we opted to go medi-eval strict on his sassafras. No Wii, DS, TV, or fun until all homework was complete. It didn’t go so well. A slow
reader, he would literally spend hours each day trying to finish his assignments and become frustrated when he lost focus. Then we’d feel guilty because our once curious and personable son was beginning to hate school and learning.
So we tried a different approach. We left it up to him to decide when and for how long he would work on home-work. If he missed assignments or turned them in late, he would have to face the consequences of pink slips, deten-tions, and poor grades. But that didn’t last long either, be-cause as a fourth-grader, he hasn’t yet acquired much self-discipline or many time management skills, and as parents, we couldn’t bear to watch him flounder.
(The joy ride continues: He just walked into my office as I am literally typing this column to tell me he also has a spelling test today that he just remembered. Serenity now!)
So I guess my real dilemma is this: At what age do you allow your child to fail so that he will learn responsibility? Is 10 too young? Should we still be holding his hand every step of the way? Or is it time for him to step up to the educational challenges he has enthusiastically placed upon himself and either sink or swim?
We don’t want to be overbearing when it comes to homework, but at the same time, we know he still needs guidance and structure to be successful. Finding that bal-ance is the hard part, and we haven’t been able to manage very well yet. Clearly, we are still learning as well.
Lordy, I hear the bus. I’ll wish my son good luck, remind him to wear the fake mustache I created an hour ago, and encourage him to do the book report this weekend. That’s the best I can do for now.
Peace out.
Danielle Wilson is a Carmel resident and contributing colum-nist. You may e-mail her at [email protected].
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By Brandie BohneyCurrent in Carmel
Jeff Stone, Carmel resident and author of the Five Ancestors book series, re-leased the series’ sixth book, “Mouse,” last week at the Carmel Clay Public Library.
The event was unlike most book releases. It included a book-signing ele-ment, sure, but the kung fu element played a larger role.
“All my presentations for kids have a significant interactive component,” Stone said, “I invite kids from the audience to learn different animal kung fu poses that represent each of the different series characters.”
Stone holds a black belt in Shaolin Do kung fu, an accomplishment he com-pleted with a 2005 trip to the Shaolin Temple in China.
He describes his Five Ancestors series as “middle-grade martial arts action ad-venture for reluctant readers.” The pace and action, he says, keep even kids who don’t enjoy reading involved and inter-ested in the series.
“Mouse” was not one of the series’ originally planned books.
“Originally, the sixth book was going to be called ‘Mantis’ and follow the point of view of a 29-year-old character,” Stone said. “But my editor gave me a call and said he’d been thinking. They weren’t sure
kids would want to read an entire book from the point of view of a 29 year old.”
Stone eventually decided to use a barely mentioned street urchin character from book five as the sixth book’s focus.
“What that meant was me going back and literally rewriting the end of the fifth book,” he said, “to give (him) enough substance to be able to carry one-seventh of the series.”
Many kids will be looking for “Mantis,” but Stone doesn’t think that will be a problem.
“Kids who’ve read ‘Eagle’ really appre-ciate this Mouse kid and are looking for-ward to hearing his adventures,” he said.
For more information about Jeff Stone and the Five Ancestors series, visit www.readjeffstone.com.
CArMEL rESIDENT rELEASES ‘MOuSE’ AT CCPL
Stone teaching kung fu at the Carmel Clay Public Library Feb. 10
By Lily TsayCurrent in Carmel
Ryan Moore’s adventures with Clarian Health began when he broke his finger in a car accident.
“How far out of the way (the Methodist Hospital staff) went to make sure I was healthy,” More said, “made a lasting im-pression.” (Methodist, Indiana University and Riley hospitals united in 1997 to form Clarian Health Partners.)
The Butler alumnus is now the man-ager of marketing and public relations at Clarian North Medical Center, 11700 N. Meridian St. in Carmel.
“My goal is to increase community involvement and awareness of Clarian North,” Moore said. “And to communi-cate all the wonderful things we do in the community.”
Moore’s transition to healthcare market-ing from a communications firm specializ-ing in energy, healthcare and finance came when he realized he wanted to be closer to the human experience.
“I wanted experience closer to the pa-tient,” he said, “One of the great things about working in the (hospital) industry is that everybody cares.”
Before he started the position in January, he worked within the Clarian
Health system in downtown Indianapolis for five years. During that time, Moore was in charge of spreading the word about the transplant and gastroenterology pro-grams, both of which have been ranked among the top in the nation by U.S. News and World Report.
Rebecca Carl, chief marketing and community relations officer for Clarian Health, supervised Moore for three years.
“He has a fantastic sense of humor and worth ethic,” Carl said. “He’s a very pro-fessional and engaging young guy.”
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Expansion of services: The center recently opened an intensive care unit to focus on the critically ill, and Clarian North CEO Jonathan Goble said the emergency department is expected to grow as well. He said the center will also expand and improve bariatric, cardiovascular and pediatric services.
Continued community involvement: The hospital will provide free educational seminars and screenings throughout the year and continue its emphasis on community involvement. “A lot of this is wrapped into the Carmel Mayor’s Wellness Challenge,” Goble said, “and we’re absolutely delighted we’re in our third year with more than 3,000 participants throughout the years.”
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It is probably a secret that wonderful things are happening inside the non-descript white house on Roherer Road in Carmel. Not by design, but because
people are busy, and not many of the motorists whizzing past the two-story sanctuary realize that on the other side of those walls, young lives are being drastically changed.
For the last four or five years, expectant mothers with no place to turn have come to the O’Connor House for respite before and after giving birth. In most cases, the women come to the house with other children in tow, family support systems in ruins and, frankly, nowhere else to turn. It is an amazing place with remarkable staff, volunteers, supporters and residents.
Last Saturday, the O’Connor House family gathered for their yearly fund-raiser, Hope, Help, Home. The festivities included a talk by local obstetrician-turned-medical-missionary Dr. Paul Jarrett and a moving witness by one of the house’s success stories. Board Chairman Bill Bussick also rose to recognize the O’Connor House Volunteer of the Year, Beth Hartauer.
Surprised, gracious, humble and hard-working, Hartauer accepted the award given annually to somebody who positive-ly impacts residents’ lives. Mandy Teeter,
house director, had no problem lamenting story after story about why Beth was the
obvious person to receive the recognition.
“On one occasion, Beth even took a toddler into her home for an extended stay while mom was delivering her baby,” she said.
That is true dedication to the cause.
The O’Connor House meets a unique need – giving support to unwed, pregnant mothers who already have children, usu-ally toddlers. Young boys and girls, not just babies, make the house a lively and active place. Beth is constantly attending to the kids’ needs by playing with
them, mentoring them and freely giving her love.
Things are tough right now for the O’Connor House as the economy sours, but the babies and moms keep coming. The folks responsible for keeping it going are not deterred, and they continue their mission to save mothers and their chil-dren and turn them into families. If you would like more information about the O’Connor House, visit www.theoconnor-house.org.
Jeff Worrell is a local business owner. He recognizes volunteers on “Connecting with Carmel” on cable channel 16. Contact him at [email protected]
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By Chelsie LanningCurrent in Carmel
A new organization has taken the place of the defunct Old Town Arts & Design District Merchants Association (OTADMA), and Simply Sweet Shoppe co-owner Jill Zaniker is its first president.
The new group, the Arts & Design District Business Association of Carmel (ADDBAC), will involve the same busi-nesses, but Zaniker is looking to change the association’s focus.
“I really wanted to change the direc-tion to embrace all of the businesses down here,” she said. “So I changed the name to ‘business association’ rather than ‘merchant association,’ because we’re not all merchants here. I wanted it to be all encompassing.”
ADDBAC is a non-profit organiza-tion geared toward the growth and de-velopment of the Arts & Design District through events, promotions and advertis-
ing. Zaniker said she wants to broaden the group to benefit all district businesses.
Zaniker will hold the organization’s first meeting March 4 from 8:30-11 a.m. She plans to change a few things, including membership dues, positive referrals and legal entities.
She is pushing a new concept, ADDBAC Plus membership, which gives members voting privileges in the meet-ings (held every first Wednesday) and discounts. If members sign up in March or April, they will receive a 20 percent dis-count on their dues. Members also receive 15 percent off at Simply Sweet Shoppe (30 N. Range Line Rd.) and Artisan Masterpiece (19 E. Main St.).
“This will benefit the businesses and add value,” Zaniker said. “It gets all business owners shopping in the district and doing business in the district. It will promote a lot of referrals.”
For more information, contact Zaniker at 317-818-9866 or [email protected].
This story originally appeared Feb. 11 at www.currentincarmel.com.
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DISPATCHESTOWNE MEADOW KINDERGARTEN MEETING –The information meeting for the parents of next year’s Towne Meadow Elementary kindergarten students has been rescheduled to Feb. 25 at the school, 10850 Towne Road. The session will take place from 8:45-10 a.m. in the school cafeteria. The original meeting was canceled because of a snow day. Principal Ryan Newman, along with the school’s counselor, nurse and PTO volunteers, will provide information about kindergarten schedules and programming, offer tours and answer questions. No reservations are required.
INDIANA UNIVERSITY KOKOMO DEAN’S LIST – Three Carmel natives were among the 253 full-time students named to the Indiana University Kokomo dean’s list for the fall 2008 semester. Scott Jason Hood, pre-secondary education; Tori Jacklynn Leising, nursing; and John Wesley Yeary, psychology, earned a GPA between 3.5 and 3.99.
SMOKY ROW SCIENCE FAIR – Smoky Row Elementary invites individuals with a science background to serve as volunteer judges at the school’s Feb. 24 science fair. The school, located at 900 W. 136th St., attracts at least 30 projects annually, submitted by fourth and fifth graders. Judges arrive at 5:30 p.m. and evaluate student work from 6-7:45 p.m. No judging experience required. For more information, call PTO volunteer Layla Spanenberg at 317-319-3515 or e-mail her at [email protected].
CCEF TELETHON – The Carmel Clay Education Foundation will host its annual telethon from 6-9 p.m. Feb. 19. The high school’s TV station will air the program on Carmel Bright House Network’s Channel 99. The foundation’s annual fundraiser provides money for scholarships for Carmel High School graduates and instructional grants for Carmel Clay teachers. To make a pledge during the three-hour broadcast, call 317-571-4646.
Of all the areas of concern from my readers, raising our children and teaching them to be responsible is No. 1. I’ll begin with the literal defini-
tion of responsibil-ity, as it pertains to accountability. Encarta dictionary defines responsibil-ity as “the state, fact, or position of being accountable to somebody or for something.”
Responsibility begins with us.
Ask yourself, “Do I follow through with my commit-ments?” “Do I own up to my actions
and not make excuses?” “Do I take care of my own matters?” “If someone tells me something in confidence, do I keep it to myself?” “Do I usually make good choic-es?” “Do I do things on time?”
When you can answer these questions with 100 percent certainty, then – and only then – can you begin to understand whether you’re raising and teaching your
children to be responsible.
• It is unrealistic to expect your children to learn to be punctual unless you are always on time.
• It is unrealistic to expect your children to learn to be trustworthy unless they can rely on you to keep your word.
• It is unrealistic to expect your children to be open and honest unless you make no excuses for your actions.
• It is unrealistic to expect your children to make good decisions unless you are making good choices.
• It is unrealistic to expect your children to follow through on anything unless you do not procrastinate
Looking at ourselves before expecting our children to act in a certain matter can be a bitter pill to swallow. Change does not come easily, but pre-determined change must happen if we want our chil-dren to be accountable for their actions. We need to practice what we teach. It’s the responsible thing to do for our children.
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Have a parenting topic or question? Submit it to Ask Yiayia, aka Becky Kapsalis, Certified Parent Coach, at [email protected] or call 810.9358.
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When I was a kid, I loved those three-legged races at family reunions and school field days – you know, the ones where you find a partner, tie your left leg to his right, and run together. For one thing, I had (and have) really long legs, so if was paired with an adult, I was good to go. And I have rhythm. Sort of. And I love to run.
But more than all of that, I really enjoyed the coopera-tive effort in the three-legged race. I think that’s also why I really like the hyphen. Not only is it versatile, but it’s a very cooperative punctuation mark. It brings things together.
It’s also widely misused. And I completely understand why: There are quite a few uses for hyphens, so it’s easy to get confused.
My favorite use of the hyphen is to connect adjectives of two or more words that precede their antecedent. Did I lose you there, or are you still with me?
Take a look at the very first sentence of this column. See the hyphenated word three-legged? It’s two words serving as a single adjective modifying the antecedent races. Three-legged describes the type of races. And because it’s made up of two or more words, it’s hyphenated. Cool, huh?
The rub, though, is that if the compound modifier fol-lows the antecedent, it doesn’t earn the hyphen. Consider these examples:
Stephen King is a well-known author.Stephen King is an author who is well known.My friend Beth has a five-year-old, bug-eyed, bat-eared dog.My friend Beth’s dog is five years old, bug eyed and bat eared.
Also, if the first word of the compound modifier ends in -ly, you shouldn’t use a hyphen whether it comes before or after the antecedent.
Another widely ignored use of the hyphen is in writing out numbers. Compound numbers such as twenty-six, fif-ty-three and ninety-nine get hyphens. You don’t, however, hyphenate one hundred, five thousand or nine million. Think of it this way: If the little number comes first (like in two hundred), no hyphen; if the bigger number comes first (as in seventy-two), hyphenate. And another guideline for writing out numbers: Generally, if you can’t do it in two words, use the numerals instead.
There are other uses for hyphens, but that lesson will have to wait. Do keep in mind, however, that hyphens are not the same as dashes – dashes are longer and serve as an interruption or separation in a sentence.
Brandie Bohney is a grammar enthusiast and former English teacher who developed a mastery-learning system of teaching grammar to high school seniors. If you have a grammar-related question, please email her at [email protected].
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In the overall scheme of fitness and health, strength training plays a major role for everyone. Do you understand the importance?
Do you believe strength training will get you bulky and cardio is the only answer? Should people avoid resistance training after age 50 or 60? Is it only for athletes? These are a few of the questions I have gotten through the years. Facts are facts and many of these things are simply wrong. Here are some interesting facts you should know:
1 One statistic that has always stood out to me:
People who do some form of re-sistance training have 50 percent greater bone density than those who do nothing. That is the best way to treat osteoporosis, and it’s not a drug.
2 Women have 1/10 the testosterone level of men. They don’t have the
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muscle, you probably won’t get bulky. Personally, I would take muscle tone and shape over flab any day.
3 Muscular imbalance – when one side of the body is stronger or less flex-
ible than the other – seems to be getting more common. You may just write it off, but I truly believe this is something that will cause orthopedic problems if left unchecked.
4 Metabolic rate increases with muscle tone.
5 The older you get, the more strength training will
help you. As you age, you lose bone density and motor skills. Strength training will increase both. I commonly see people in their 60s and 70s and some-times 80s. Strength training is not just for the young.
John Karesh is a certified personal trainer and the owner of Paradise Personal Training in Carmel. For more information, visit his Web site at www.pptcarmel.com or e-mail him at [email protected]
REAL A-PEEL - Many fruits and veggies contain more health-boosting antioxidants in their skins than in their flesh. Try these four peels that pack a potent punch: Apple peels contain 87 percent more cancer-fighting compounds than in the sweet “meat” inside. Eggplant skin is packed with nasunin, a cancer fighter that also preserves memory. Summer squash skin is rich in eyesight-enhancing nutrients. Cucumber peel contains silica, crucial to the growth of wrinkle-plumping collagen.
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GO GRAY THE RIGHT WAY - More and more women are choosing to show off their gray rather than hide it. Here’s a tip to make it work for you: Wait until your roots are at least 60 percent silver before giving up your dye job, so your new gray hair hue will look symmetrical and natural as it grows in, suggests colorist Jennifer J., owner of Juan Juan Salons in Beverly Hills, Cal. But don’t give up color altogether just yet. “The contrast in texture and tone as your hair grows can look unkempt,” she notes. During this phase, which can last up to a year, get a do-it-yourself highlighting kit or ask your colorist to weave in a few fine highlights or lowlights (darker streaks) to add dimension and blend in roots.
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FREE ACUPUNCTURE – As part of its grand opening celebration, Acupuncture of Indiana (300 E. Main St. in Carmel) will offer free acupuncture treatments, allergy testing and elimination treatments and therapeutic massage sessions Feb. 21 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. For more information, e-mail Thomas Hammett, R.N. at [email protected] or call him at 317-946-6767.
EAT TO LOSE - Here’s a reason to reconsider your A.M. meal: Women who ate two eggs for breakfast shed 65 percent more weight after eight weeks than those who had bagel breakfasts of equal calories, according to a new study from Louisiana State University. If eggs aren’t your thing, you can still power-up early with protein-packed foods like yogurt and cottage cheese.
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Unless you have a couple of crossed wires or a genetic glitch in your brain cells, most of the emotional turmoil you experience is directly related to your attempts to try to con-trol those around you with these seven deadly habits, says psychiatrist William Glasser, MD, president of the William Glasser Institute in Chatsworth, Calif. and author of “Choice Theory: A New Psychology of Personal Freedom.”
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Dementia is a progressive disease that affects cognition and does not have a known cure. While it is far from being fully under-stood, there are some things
we can do that have been shown to protect our mind health and reduce the risk this debilitating disease.
A healthy diet is a great way to protect overall health, and this in-cludes mind health. For our mind health, there are things we need to be sure to incorporate into our diet and things we need to cut down on or eliminate. As always, increasing the number of fruits and veggies will be a great start to this process.
In addition, omega-3 fatty acids are essential in protecting mind health be-cause they act as anti-inflammatories. Great sources of fish oil include fish oil supplements, fatty fish such as salmon, and flaxseed oils and extracts. Black tea and green tea contain important anti-
oxidants that also help reduce the risk of harmful diseases. The good news is that red wine, in moderation of course, is also recommended.
There are also some foods we can cut down on to decrease inflam-mation and increase our overall health. Food that is high in cho-lesterol, including red meat, eggs and fried foods, are on this list. This is not surprising, as limiting these foods is important in any healthy diet.
Other things we can do: Exercise, maintain good oral health and get plenty of sleep each night. As with any type of behavior change, try starting slow and focusing on making progress
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Well, not nothing, but the meaning behind this dieting trick is simple: Spoil your appetite. In other words, if you know you’re going to an event that will offer opportunities for overeating, the worst thing you can do is starve yourself all day
because you think it will allow you to eat more. Do just the opposite: Eat a simple, sensible breakfast; have a healthy, light lunch; and right before you go to the party, have a healthy, filling snack.
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TOP TAX HAVENS FOR RETIREES - Full-time work is often taxing. Retirement shouldn’t be. Americans will spend more on taxes in 2008 than on food, clothing and housing combined, according to Tax Foundation President Scott Hodge. In 2008, Americans worked 74 days to pay their federal taxes and 39 days more to cover state and local levies, the Tax Foundation calculated. Here are six great tax haves for retirees:
1) Cheyenne, Wyoming: The city, famous for hosting the largest out-door rodeo in the world, is cutting its budget to try to stave off tax increases. Wyoming is one of seven states without income tax.
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3) Spokane, Washington: Spokane’s business-friendly tax structure keeps the economy humming along.
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5) Manchester, New Hampshire: New Hampshire has no sales or income tax, and withdrawals from 401(k)s and IRAs are also tax-free at the state level.
6) Juneau, Alaska: Alaska has no income or sales tax, and residents receive annual dividend payments from the Alaska Permanent Fund. Seniors in Juneau are exempt from the city’s sales tax and also get large property-tax exemptions.
STEAL THIS MOVE – Famous for its bare-bones operating style, Costco recently replaced in-person meetings with vid-eoconferencing in its northwest region. In late 2007, 59 managers who typi-cally travelled to headquarters monthly began meeting virtually every other month. The savings? Some $750,000 last year and $3-5 million when the retailer rolls it out nationwide.
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On my way to work, I pulled out in front of a black SUV moving at an average pace. There was plenty of space for me to pull out, but it was
only a matter of seconds before this seemingly angry driver was ready to trade paint.
Bumper to bumper, we drove along with no one else on the road. The car behind continued to nudge me along. My blood was flowing when I glanced down and noticed I was speeding. I had nowhere pressing to be, yet the pressing of the other driver caused me to increase my speed.
It’s not uncommon for ag-gravation and frustration to change your game plan. I’m fortunate to work with people who continually challenge me. It’s not uncommon for my first reaction to their pressing questions to be frustration and aggravation, but in the end change is good – and often quite productive. If you spend your life in your comfort zone, your comfort zone shrinks and you become too comfortable. Status quo gets you status quo, and the path to certainty gets you certain results and nothing more.
“Seabiscuit” is one of my favorite movies. It’s inspirational, and it’s a remind-er of the need to be challenged. The movie tells the story of a horse that couldn’t win until the jockey realized it needed to look
another horse in the eye. Left on his own, Seabiscuit
would start strong, but quickly fall behind and eventually lose. The jockey eventually discov-ered that the horse could win continually when he started from behind, raced to the front and then paced the strongest horse, causing an unusually strong surge.
What a great analogy for life. Pace the strongest horse in the field, look it in the eye, and run as hard as you can to win.
The current economic condi-tions require us all to be more
like Seabiscuit. We’ll all have to run a little faster, with a little more purpose. So re-member this lesson from Seabiscuit: Look the horse next to you in the eye and run like you want to win.
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How do you feel about the reces-sion? The constant barrage of negative media makes it hard to be upbeat, doesn’t it?
As I “make the rounds” every day to my favorite Web sites, I notice the abundant negatively in the cyber world. Just how much money is $800 billion dollars? If you got $1 every second, in 1.6 weeks you’d have $1 million. In 32 years, you’d have $1 billion. In 25,600 years, you’d have $800 billion.
That’s a lot of dough.If life is 10 percent what
happens to us and 90 percent how we respond to it, then how should we respond to the current economic situation? There are obviously a myriad of possibilities. We can whine, complain, curl up in the corner, suck our thumbs and talk about how life isn’t fair. But that won’t get us very far, and it will annoy most of the people around us. I’d like to suggest a bolder approach.
We’ve been invited to a recession. I sug-gest we decline the invitation.
Sounds simple, right? It is. Some of this
whole recession thing is in our heads. That kind of negative thinking has tangible ef-fects. “I won’t call that prospect because they probably won’t buy anything … this recession is bad.” “I’m tired of sending out
resumes … nobody’s hiring … this recession has everyone cut-ting back.”
Don’t presume to know everything. Don’t engage in “stinkin’ thinkin’.” Don’t let the noise level beat you down.
I was running on the track at the Monon Center the other day, and a runner ahead of me had a great quote on the back of his T-shirt: “It’s hard to beat somebody that won’t give up.” Now that’s the way to go right into the teeth of this economy. Don’t become part of a self-fulfilling prophecy. Be the
exception.Been invited to a recession? Decline the
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Kent Burns is a Carmel resident, investor and co-founder of CrossConfirm. He is also a professional speaker and author of What’s Your Why? He can be reached at [email protected].
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BUSINESS NETWORKING – The Carmel Alumni Business Networking group will meet Feb. 18 at noon at Dooley O’Tooles, 160 E. Carmel Dr. The group offers shared business contacts to expand your cliental, an idea-exchange to enhance your sales, and opportunities to reunite with your fellow classmates. It meets every first and third Wednesday. For more information, visit www.carmelalumnibusinessnetwork.com or contact Brian Borshoff at 317-846-1005 or [email protected].
LOCAL MORTGAGE COMPANY EXPANDS – Carmel’s MAK Mortgage (650 E. Carmel Dr., Suite 280), has announced an alliance with Access National Mortgage, a division of Access National Bank of Reston, Va. MAK has served residents of Carmel, Indianapolis, Fishers and Zionsville for 12 years. It will remain locally and independently operated, but it will add direct, immediate access to national banking funds at a time when many mortgage lenders are having trouble securing mortgages. For more information, visit www.MAKmortgage.net or call 317-846-1250.
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“It is disastrous. In the long term, we’ll owe even more money. It’s definitely not a good idea.”
Danielle Miller Carmel
“I find it scary. We have to do something about the economy, and I’m not sure a large amount of spending is the way to go.”
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“Maybe it will bring the econ-omy up for a little bit, but it is not a permanent fix.”
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Moving into its new location in the Performing Arts Center of Carmel, Jazzercise has returned with 50 classes weekly in nine locations. A combination of aerobics, dance, cardio kick boxing, yoga and Pilates, Jazzercise is an exercise program that emphasizes cardio, strength building and flexibility. New owner Michele Teague has been involved for more than 10 years. “More than anything, we hope for re-sults you can see when you leave,” she said. “Our instructors go above and beyond to make sure everyone can succeed.” At Clay Terrace for a short time, Jazzercise quickly
outgrew its storefront and now holds classes at the PAC and churches around Zionsville, Carmel, and the Northwest Indianapolis area. Teague said she hopes the exercise program will continue to appeal to as many people as it has in the past. “We really want to reach every age,” she said. “We want to see women stay fit for a longer period of time.”
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The biggest surprise of my Christian rebirth has been the multitude of really smart Christians I’ve encountered.
A case in point is Richard John Neuhaus, founder and editor of the brilliant First Things magazine. Father Neuhaus – a Lutheran Minister who complet-ed his own personal faith journey by becoming a Roman Catholic priest at age 54 in 1991 – died last month in New York City.
Neuhaus (1936-2009) was a pastor, theologian, philosopher, intellectual, commentator, coun-selor and prodigious writer. He was a Canadian by birth, who moved to America at age 15 and …• Pastored a black church
in Brooklyn in the 1960s; marched arm-in-arm with Martin Luther King as a soldier in the civil rights movement; zealously protested the Vietnam War in the late 1960s; and was arrested during the 1968 Chicago riots outside the Democratic national convention.
• Broke with his leftist roots after Roe v. Wade passed in 1973, and went so far as to suggest America had lost its legitima-cy as a nation by allowing the wanton killing of unborn humans.
• Wrote the book “The Naked Public Square,” his seminal intellectual treatise on the danger of attempting to secular-ize every part of American life.
• Formed highly public and productive relationships with Jewish lead-ers (Abraham Joshua Heschel) and Evangelical leaders (Chuck Colson); was the only Catholic listed in Time magazine’s 2005 feature, “America’s Top 25 Evangelicals;” was a religious ad-visor to U.S. presidents Carter, Reagan and both Bushes; and was a confidante and advisor to Pope John Paul II in Rome.
Not bad for a guy who never completed high school.
Neuhaus pumped greatly needed religious light and intel-lectual heat into the modern American faith conversation.
His remarkably perceptive, deep, witty, and entertaining commentaries on reli-gion, culture, sociology, politics and litera-ture are preserved in his 30 books and at www.firstthings.com.
As First Things editor Joseph Bottom writes, “Our great, good friend is gone … he has been gathered by the Lord he trusted.”
Bob Walters ([email protected]) never met Neuhaus, but loves his writings.
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It’s hard to imagine going your whole life and never visiting a dentist; the results could be detrimental and could lead to problems including gum disease and cavi-ties. The same applies to pets. Our furry friends need routine dental care to keep their pearly whites in tip-top shape.
Petland stores nationwide, includ-ing Petland of Carmel, are recognizing National Pet Dental Health Month this February by offering tips and advice on pet dental health and overall hygiene.
“Proper dental hygiene is equally as important for our pets as it is for us,” said Juan Lopez, Petland Carmel owner. “While we typically brush our teeth twice a day, we tend to ignore the oral hygiene of our pets. At Petland, we’re committed to offering advice to our customers on all aspects of their pets’ health.”
According to the American Veterinary Dental Society, roughly 80 percent of dogs
and 70 percent of cats display indications of oral disease by age three, which can result in bad breath, tooth loss, and reced-ing gums. Serious infections caused by oral disease also can enter a pet’s bloodstream, causing potential issues of the heart, kid-neys and liver.
Lopez recommends pet owners adhere to the following tips on a regular basis to ensure proper dental health for their pets:
Look for signs of tooth decay and oral disease by routinely inspecting your pets’
teeth. Bad breath, discoloration and tartar are all indications of problems that could lead to serious health risks, with the poten-tial for not only damaging teeth and gums, but internal organs as well.
Brush your pets’ teeth daily or at least weekly. Toothpaste made for people should not be used for pets. Your veterinarian can recommend proper pet-safe toothpaste.
Feed your dog or cat crunchy food. The abrasive texture of hard food can help keep teeth clean, while soft food can cling to your pets’ teeth and lead to decay. Also consider crunchy treats, which help clean pets’ teeth.
Chew toys for dogs and chewable rope toys for cats are not only immensely enter-taining for your pets, but also keep their teeth clean and breath smelling fresh.
Article courtesy of Petland, Carmel. For more information, contact Juan Lopez at 317-569-PETS.
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Brody is a 4-year-old male brindle and white American Staffordshire terrier. He is an active and playful boy who is also extremely intelligent. He knows the commands “sit,” “down,” “stay” and “shake.” Brody is a good boy who likes people, but he can get a bit carried away sometimes when he’s playing, so he would be best suited in a home with teenage children. Continuing his training would be very beneficial to help keep him focused and ensure he understands he’s not in charge.
Hi! My name is Dee Dee, and I am a 2-year-old female black and white DSH. I am a friendly little kitty looking for someone to cuddle and play with me. How can you resist this little face and my black-and-white spots? My foster mommy said I was the cutest thing in the world. I got along with my foster dog and my foster sister, Addison, who was recently adopted, so now I say it’s my turn! I am looking for someone who will give me lots of attention and a loving home.
For more information on these and other animals at the Humane Society, call 317-773-4974 or go to www.hamiltonhumane.com.
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CHANGE IN DIET - The right food for your pet can make a world of difference. A low-grade food intolerance – even if it’s intermittent or crops up after years of doing well – might indicate a change in diet is needed. Consult your veterinarian if you notice any of these symptoms in your pet:
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WINE, WAGS & WHISKERS - On Mar. 6, from 7-10 p.m. at Oak Hill Mansion in Carmel, animal lovers will gather for great wine and great food for a great cause. Tickets are $50 per person in advance or $60 per person at the door. There will also be a silent auction and specialty wines for sale. Come mingle with friends human, feline and canine for a great cause. Call David Landau to reserve your tickets at 317-219-3324 or e-mail [email protected].
HAIR LOSS IN CATS - Many diseases and conditions can cause a cat to lose hair. Some may be considered normal; others can indicate a serious disease is present. The only hair loss condition you don’t need to see your vet about, however, is the normal thinning of your cat’s facial hair just above his or her eyes starting around 10 to 14 months of age. Any other loss of hair should be discussed with your veterinarian.
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WATERING WOES - Overwatering is the leading killer of houseplants. Know when to water by sticking a finger about one inch into the soil: If it’s dry, it’s time to water. Do the watering in the morning for best absorption and use lukewarm or room-temperature water. Also, watering too often but a little at a time will weaken your plants’ roots. Instead, water them more thoroughly, less frequently.
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SHAKEN, NOT STIRRED - The unfortunate thing about hosting a cocktail party is trying to decide between neglecting your guests (having them make their own cocktails at your bar) and masochism (trying to field requests for drinks and make them all throughout the evening). Fortunately, there is middle ground: the cocktail list. Choose two to four cocktails, print a card with the offerings, and batch them up in advance. Measure everything, and taste for sweetness. All you’ll have to do come party time is shake and strain.
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LAST-MINUTE TRAVEL - If you’re looking to get away next month, here are a few destinations where you might save some cash by traveling in March: Hawaii. The big waves have subsided, along with winter beachgoers; resorts are bringing down rates. Rio de Janeiro. Carnival has come and gone, so hotel rooms are easier to find and much less expensive. Ireland. It’s warming up and beginning to bloom – a perfect time for exploring the countryside.
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In need of a late-winter pick-me-up? Head to Café Patachou (4733 126th St. at Gray Road, Carmel) for a refreshing lift provided by Gayla Hodson’s “Feel the Love” exhibition.
Nine of Hodson’s bright abstracts hang at the popular eatery, part of series dedicated to Hodson’s mother, who died from breast cancer seven years ago. The show is both a celebration of her mother’s life and a uni-versal expression of the many forms love can take.
“Although the show is a tribute to my mother, it’s also about global love,” Hodson said. “All of the images are meant to convey feelings of warmth, love, happi-ness and romance.”
Hodson began painting hearts shortly after her mother passed away, but this is her first exhibition on the theme. The motif plays well in February, given the month’s association with Valentine’s Day and national efforts to promote breast cancer awareness.
The exhibition is a departure for Hodson, who is most widely known for
bold images that incorporate flowers and cityscapes, using vibrant colors and energetic, fluid lines.
Her first heart painting, “A Mother’s Love,” has a big red heart floating on a bright yellow background, which Hodson says signifies her mother’s love. A small black heart represents the piece of her heart that was missing after her mother’s death.
In anticipation of the Café Patachou show, Hodson re-turned to the hearts motif, evolving the images into more abstract and colorful versions. “Love as Deep as the Ocean” shows a blue heart emerg-ing from a darker background. “Two of Hearts” pairs a smaller yellow heart and bright red one. In “Summer Love,” a red heart breaks free from a background of yellow and blue strokes, like a helium bal-loon rising.
All of the images, which Hodson paints in acrylics on wood, convey a happy feel-ing, rather than focusing on any particular narrative about love.
Hodson’s goal is to make the world more aesthetically pleasing, rather than telling a story or preaching a message. She
says Café Patachou is a perfect setting to achieve her goal, compared to a show in a traditional art gallery.
“Customers can look around and enjoy the artwork while having a meal, which is great,” Hodson said. “Café Patachou really supports arts in our community, and I hope people will be inspired and feel hopeful about love after seeing my works there.”
Barbara E. Cohen covers the arts for the Current community newspapers. Please send comments or story ideas to [email protected].
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What: “Down on the Bayou”When: Feb. 20 & 21, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 22, 2 p.m.Where: The Performer’s Edge, 12955 Old Meridian St., CarmelCost: $35, including concert, beverages and foodDetails: Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre’s February cabaret-style show gives audiences the unique pleasure of seeing a dance performance “up close and personal.” Kick back and enjoy Cajun and Creole food (provided by YATS) and drink, as GHDT presents works inspired by an eclectic array of New Orleans music, including Cajun, Creole, Zydeco, Dixieland, jazz, blues, folk and Santeria. Reservations required.Info: 317-846-2441, www.gregoryhancockdancetheatre.org
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wINE IS MOrE THAN A DrINkI love wine. There, now you know a
little something about me. After a long day’s work, I often enjoy relaxing with a good glass of wine to unwind from the day.
For me, wine is so much more than a drink. It involves all the senses – as does food (and, from a chef ’s perspective, what more could you ask for?)
Good wine is pre-sented much like a beautiful meal. Let me break it down.
“SIGHT”• The shape of the bottle (dependent
upon the type of wine)• The artistic label (usually with a creative
significance behind it)• The wine glass (I have a fetish for
unique wine glasses.)• The color (from beautiful gold hues
to bright, vibrant reds and deep, dark purples)
“SOUND”• The cork popping out (I always keep
the cork as a souvenir.)• The smooth “whooshing” noise of
pouring wine (relaxing, like rushing water)
“SMELL”• The bouquet or “nose” of the wine
(Smelling wine is almost as fun as tast-ing it!)
• Examples: dusty, earthy, grassy, fruity, chalky, etc. The list is endless.
“TOUCH”• The “feel” of the wine (in your mouth)• Examples: round, soft, heavy, thick,
fuzzy, smooth, etc.
“TASTE”• Last, but surely not least, the way wine
comes across your individual palette. • Flavors from exotic fruits to earthly
soil, wet cement , leather, smoke,
grassy fields and oak, not to mention common notes like berries, citrus fruits, vanilla, butter and pepper. What other food or drink can give you all of that in ONE sip?
Wine transports you: It can tell a story. It connects you to where the grapes came from, how it was made, and who it was bottled by. All of these things come together to produce a work of art. It takes a lot of great work, time and pas-sion to create a good meal, and the same goes for wine. Ah, the similari-ties. Do you gulp down a beautiful gourmet meal, or do you savor it? Life should have those exquisite moments. Take the time. Appreciate. You’re worth it.
Wine is social: Like a good book, it wants to be talked about. It wants you to share the experience with someone. It’s a uniter.
Wine is inspir-ing: The grapes that go through the most hardship while grow-ing produce the most spectacular wines. I admire that.
Wine is healthy: Say what? Yes, in moderation of course. This has become a “hot topic” in the past few years. Extra bonus in my book.
You don’t have to be an expert about wine. Why? Because it is a matter of taste. That is personal. You are not right or wrong about what you like or dislike – it is up to you. However, once you explore wine and further it with food pairings, a whole new world can be opened up to you. So, at the end of the day, relax, “un-wine-d” and pour yourself a little “get away and strike up a conversation.”
Taste something new. Appreciate what life brings. Wine not?
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VALENTINE'S DAY LIGHTSWith animated hearts blazing and lights raining from the sky, pioneering Carmel entrepreneur and inventor Scott A. Jones is lighting up Indy hearts with a dazzling Valentine's Day lighting display at his home (1150 W. 116th St). The patent-pending Smart-LEDs are a product of his newest company, Galaxia (www.GalaxiaLighting.com). They are on display from dusk to dawn through Feb. 23.
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Carmel Junior Girl Scout Troop 241 held a Valentine’s Day Party Feb. 5 for the children at Coburn Place in Indianapolis. The event was the final phase of the troop’s bronze project. Coburn Place is a multi-unit residential facility where women and their children can escape from domestic violence. Left to right: Emma Johnson, Ryan Dooley, Emily Abshire, Leah Dooley, Haley Hurlbert, Priscilla Conners, Kaitlin Vahle, Ellen Myers, Kelley Conners and Lucy Allan.
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CarmelFest 2009, which continues to evolve, will feature a new offering this year, CarmelFest Has Talent.
Gena Hout, who originally came up with the idea for the talent show, presented it to CarmelFest Chairman Gary Frey. After researching the market, the pair de-cided to follow through. With the help of Co-Chair Daris Blickman, the team ironed out the details for the contest.
“We had to format the rules and regula-tions, figure our where to hold the event and audition site, decide the criteria for judges, choose our judges, and pick age categories,” Blickman said.
Hamilton County residents interested in showing off their vocal talents are urged to apply at www.carmelfest.net beginning March 1. Registrants will be slotted for au-ditions on a first-come, first-served basis.
The format allows for only vocal partici-pants, who may choose to sing a capella or with an instrumental CD. Vocalists will be placed in age groups: 12-and-under,
13-to-17 and 18-and-older. Applicants are required to pay a nonrefundable $20 audi-tion fee.
There will be 10 semi-finalists for each category, and they will complete July 3 on the main stage. Winners will be deter-mined July 4. First place in each category wins $500, second place $250 and third place $100.
Although judges won’t be announced until the contestants make it to the finals, Frey said he hopes to have some celebrity judges.
Blickman said the criteria used to choose judges were based on musical abil-ity and other talents, such as acting.
“We may even try to get a recording studio involved,” she said. “We just really want people with personality who under-stand the talent of singing.”
Frey said he believes the new event will have a big turnout, and he encourages those with talent to step forward.
“We anticipate hundreds and hundreds of applications,” he said. “We hope this will cause tremendous excitement and buzz in the community.”
The two-day CarmelFest has served as the community’s annual Fourth of July celebration for almost 30 years. Last year, an estimated 50,000 people attended.
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THEATRE‘‘Cats’ at Beef & BoardsAmerica’s favorite musical sensation is playing at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre (9301 N. Michigan Rd. in Indianapolis) through April 5. Based on T.S. Eliot’s “Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats,” Andrew Lloyd Webber’s masterpiece won seven Tony Awards including best musical, best book of a musical and best original score. For reservations, call the box office at 317-872-9664 any day between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. For more information or a complete show schedule, visit www.beefandboards.com.
Purdue Varsity Glee ClubThe Purdue Varsity Glee Club, which has drawn acclaim from audiences around the world, is coming to Carmel High School Feb. 21. The group, sponsored by the CHS PTO, will perform at 7:30 p.m.
in the auditorium. Three CHS alumni are members of the Glee Club, including junior Ryan McLean and freshmen John Foerster and Tim Harris. Known as good-will ambassadors for the university, the Glee Club has performed at five presi-dential inaugurations and on legendary stages, such as the Crystal Cathedral and Carnegie Hall. The 110-year-old group also has been on Garrison Keillor’s “A Prairie Home Companion” live radio va-riety show. Reserved ($15) and general admission ($10) seats are available for the performance. Tickets are available at the door, or by sending a stamped, self-addressed envelope to Judy Van Houten, Glee Club Tickets, 3705 E. Carmel Dr. For more information, contact Van Houten at 317-566-0355 or [email protected].
Indyprov at Simply Sweet ShoppeJoin Simple Sweet Shoppe (30 N. Range Line Rd.) Feb. 21 at 4 p.m. for a family-friendly improv show from Indyprov, Indianapolis’ first and only independent improv comedy troupe. Admission is free. For more information, visit www.30northrangeline.com.
Live MusicThe following musical acts will be play-ing live at Mickey’s Irish Pub, 13644 N. Meridian, Carmel. For more information, call 317-573-9746:Feb. 20: Endless Summer BandFeb. 21: Fire in the Dawn
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CAMERA PHONES TO GET A BOOST? NEC Electronics Corp. has successfully developed a system LSI that is touted to bring high definition video to cell phones. The product is codenamed CE143. The CE143 chip will feature standard image processing functions coupled with a CMOS image sensor that allows camera functionality to be included in a cell phone. Other capabilities include an image stabilizer, shading correction and other functions, allowing such equipped handsets to capture images at 12 mega-pixels while outputting full HD video at 1,080p resolution. Experts are skeptical about the results from the tiny camera phone lenses, but the product should be released this week.
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We find there are often several different anti-virus or spyware pro-grams running on a computer, and only one (if any) is up to date. Many people
get good protection programs like CA, Norton, McAfee or one of many others, and when these expire, they change to a different program instead of renewing their subscription.
This is perfectly fine, but when changing, you need to remove old programs before installing new ones. These protection pro-grams don’t play well together. Each sees the others as threats, and let’s face it, that is why
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Some of these programs can be tricky to remove, as they protect themselves from being removed by a virus or malware. So you may need to do some research.
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What would most people say is the No. 1 killer of rela-tionships? You guessed it: Lack of communication.
As part of our quest to better ourselves, I sought the advice of one my consults, Alice McDermott (MSW, LCSW, NCAC II, CADAC IV), a family therapist who lives among us on the North Side. While chatting over French fries, these were the questions I pondered, along with her answers:
Is it healthy to fight? Alice: A little tiff here and there is normal. But “fighting” is the inability to compromise and see the other person’s point of view, and it is not OK. When you are fighting more than you are com-municating, there is a problem. If you and your date are arguing about little things, it is a symptom of a bigger issue. If you are not able to come to a healthy agreement, it may be time to seek counseling.
How can we learn to communicate better?Alice: Refrain from interrupting, speak in a calm voice, and avoid name-calling. (I know, it’s fun to revert back to childhood name-calling, but let’s grow up, shall we?)
Do not bring up the past. Stay focused on the issue at hand. Listen (Don’t sit and think about your next comeback.) Don’t be defensive. (It’s not a contest.) There is no winner or loser. Compromise
is the answer. You’re not trying to sway someone to your side; you’re listening to hear their needs and concerns.
If a couple is arguing all the time, is it a sign that it’s time to end the relationship?Alice: One of the things I help couples try to figure out while they’re dating is whether they are compatible. Before mar-riage, it is essential to find out if your partner is a good fit for you. Also, what is the real issue? This is the time to figure these
things out and work on good communica-tion skills, rather than just waiting until marriage to work on things.
These are certainly some tips I will take into account in my life. If you and your partner could benefit from practical ap-proaches to communication, feel free to give Alice a call at 317-654-6372.
Rachael Noble is a single Carmel resident and contributing columnist. She can be reached at [email protected].
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After hundreds of conversations with homeowners in our cool Italian-themed outdoor living space at the 2009 Indianapolis Home Show, I’ve discovered several emerging attitude-
driven trends. Refreshingly, most ho-
meowners remain upbeat and inspired about their lives. They are fed up with the “doom and gloom,” though they acknowledge many are swimming in ugly financial circum-stances. Inspiring stories of success, health, prosperity and perseverance were common.
Gratitude is our new-found virtue. We are grateful for our jobs. We are grateful for our health,
faith, families and friends, and we continue to pursue dreams and aspirations for improved homes and lifestyles.
So how do you “invest in your nest” while respecting your budget and the realities of the world? Moderation is certainly a strategy. Avoiding the urge to rip out your patios, decks and landscapes and replace them with the latest and greatest is another. More people are choosing to make upgrades and improvements to existing structures, and they are beginning to take action
on their pent-up demand. Several recently phased projects are examples
of this strategy. One had a deck in great shape, but it was unwelcoming and out of context with its elegant surroundings. A few smart alterations transformed this stale structure into a primary respite.
The 4”x4” posts were wrapped with 1”x6” cedar and enlarged to 6”x6” columns. Previously naked handrails were similarly enlarged to ac-commodate the custom feel the customer hoped for. Although not completely necessary, the pine decking was replaced with the fresh look of Trex. Exterior fascia was expanded and arched to echo interior architectural elements. Now, the previ-ously benign deck feels like an incredible, well-planned porch ready for entertaining.
You can employ this same strategy for sterile concrete walks, brick patios, tired landscapes and even screened porches, basement upgrades and other home improvement projects. Bigger, better, faster is not always the best strategy. Staging things over several seasons can be more enjoyable and easier to budget.
Looking for a way to improve your surround-ings and stay mindful of the “B” word? There are plenty of ways to smartly invest in your nest.
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ing when the ground is frozen and wintry winds howl outside your window. But that doesn’t mean you can’t get into gardening this month.
Consider:• While February is still
too early to start most seeds indoors, it’s the right time to prepare for seeding by purchas-ing seed flats, contain-ers, and peat pellets, as well as check your cold frame for needed repairs.
• This is the time to start small-seeded flowers such as begonias and petunias.
• If you potted bulbs for forcing last fall, check their progress. Soil should be barely moist. If tips have sprouted and have a few inches of growth, bring the pot into a cool, bright room (50 to 60 degrees F). Gradually expose the plant to increasing warmth and indirect sunlight. Increase waterings. Feed once a week with half-strength houseplant fertilizer.
• Check your perennial plants. An “open winter” like this one demonstrates the
need for protective mulch on straw-berries and many perennial flowers. Although it is too late to undo any damage that’s done, mulching now can prevent additional damage caused by
spring fluctuations in soil temperatures.
• You also should take a walk around the garden to check for ice and snow damage to shrubs, evergreens, and trees. Look for damage by rab-bits and rodents, too.
Install hardware cloth around stems to protect against further damage.
• Think about the birds. In addition to keeping the feeders full, you can attract them to your yard and garden next spring by building a birdhouse now.
• Subscribe to a new gardening magazine. Contact your local garden club for a list of upcoming programs. Sign up for a workshop, lecture, or course at your local garden center.
• Check out the mid-winter inventory clearance sales at your local greenhouse or garden center; cut back geraniums, hibiscus, and other houseplants for re-potting next month.
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I just love this: In a test conducted by Consumer Reports – a pretty reli-able source on most things – a panel determined the best-tasting coffee in America was (drum roll, please) ...
Eight O’Clock Coffee. The very same coffee my grand-mother bought every week at the A&P, back when we had A&Ps around here.
OK, I have to admit the winner was not exactly Grandma’s coffee. Consumer Reports liked Eight O’Clock 100 percent Colombian, which comes in a brown bag. Grandma bought the original version, in the red bag. (Though once she got wild and went for the black bag, the Bokar Blend. The daredevil.)
Bokar, by the way, was the coffee company’s way of paying tribute to the Columbian cities of Bogota and Cartagena. I had wondered about that for years. Isn’t the Internet grand?
Anyway, I think the fact that the panel’s first choice was a grocery store coffee, and not some designer coffee, supports some-thing I’ve been saying for years:
Most designer coffee is overrated.For purposes of this discussion, designer
coffee means any coffee that requires its own storefront, sometimes two or even three to a city block. It goes by several names – one after a character in Moby Dick, another after a reindeer, several with variations on phrases including “Seattle,” “java,” “cup,” and the mixture of earth and water commonly known as “mud.”
It’s all marketed on the belief that if you make people stand in line and pay extra, they automatically assume what you’re sell-ing is good. Which isn’t necessarily so.
I’ve found most of these coffees to be sour. Maybe that’s because I don’t gussy mine up with syrup and milk and hot fudge and whipped cream and sprinkles, at which point the drink stops being coffee
and becomes something of a milk shake. Or a runny candy bar.
If you drink the stuff in the unaltered state, it can be pretty harsh – and mind you, I’m no coffee sissy. I was raised on old-
fashioned mom-and-dad coffee, percolated over a roaring burner until it resembled black lava. The best description of it would be “stiff.” Or maybe “chewy.”
Looking back, I can honestly say it was godawful, especially the mornings I made it. (What did Mom say? Three scoops of coffee? Let’s try six!) So you can see I know bad coffee when I taste it.
Except they don’t call it that, of course. They call it “our custom roast,” also known as “burned.”
Now, there’s a certain dough-nut shop that has great coffee, in my opin-ion. There’s no mistaking it – it’s coffee, all right, with a certain amount of that coffee kick we all know and love – but it’s also quite mellow and smooth, as they used to say in the cigarette commercials. And no, it’s not the doughnut shop you’re thinking of. It’s Tim Horton’s, which we don’t have around here. Someone should do some-thing about that.
Until then, I guess I’ll drink Eight O’Clock Coffee, which you can get with-out traveling to the northeast and the few remaining A&P stores. Just about everybody carries it now. And tomorrow I’ll head out to ... Oh. Wait. I just remem-bered something. I quit drinking coffee three years ago. Drat.
I wonder how Consumers Reports feels about Red Rose Tea?
Mike Redmond is an author, journalist, humorist and speaker. Write him at [email protected] or P.O. Box 44385, Indianapolis, IN 46244. For information on speaking fees and availability, visit www.spot-lightwww.com.
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I hate to charge friends for books I’ve written. And with my latest, “Mornings with Barney,” the problem has gotten worse. Now, even people I don’t know have a personal story
about the famous beagle, and each account is just so heartwarming that when folks reach for their wallets, I’m tempted to say, “Ah, forget it.”
Here’s how a good business-man would handle this: “Oh, hi, Dick. I heard you have a new book about Barney. You wouldn’t remember me, but about 12 years ago, I rescued the little guy when he escaped from Market Square Arena and got caught in traffic downtown. What do you say to that?”
“I say $21.95.”But see, that’s not how I handle it.
What’s the opposite of cha-ching?My wife looks at the issue like the MBA
she is: “People who hate you aren’t inter-ested in buying a book, and you’re un-comfortable charging your friends and the fans who suck up to you. That covers just about everybody. This is not a good busi-ness model. You have to be strong.”
I promised her I would try – and I did for about a week – but it was soon evident that I needed a way to wiggle out of this agreement with my wife. And I figured it out over lunch with my friend, Jim.
“I’d like to get one those new books, Dick. How much?”
“Gee, Jim. I hate to charge you; we’ve known each other for 25 years, but Mary Ellen has this crazy notion that we have to actually save money for retirement.
“No problem, I’ll just get out my checkbook.”
“No, I can’t do it. Wait, I have an idea. You buy the book, and I’ll buy you lunch. How’s that?”
“I don’t want to nitpick, but that Reuben I’m eyeing is only $8.95. The book is $21.95. You’re not trying to scam me, are you?”
“Get something to go, as well. Maybe a nice Greek salad and a bowl of minestro-ne. Come on, work with me.”
We carefully examined the menu for the right combinations. One Barney book for a steak sandwich and a side of fries, plus a ham and cheese on rye to go and a $3.78 tip for the waitress. $21.95 on the nose.
But Jim has a big mouth and blabbed my dilemma to the whole world. Later that day, I got a phone call…
“Hey, Dick. It’s Tony, your old buddy.”“Tony? Tony Garwin? I haven’t talked to
you in ages.”“Just seems that way, Dick. Look, my
wife’s birthday is coming up and I think she’d love your book.”
“So how is Angie?”“No, it’s Coleen now. Boy, it has been a
long time. Here’s my idea. How about you come over to the house, clean out the garage, detail my car and paint the cellar door?”
“Huh? Why would I do that?”“Well, Jim said you feel guilty about
charging friends for your book, so I thought that would make you feel better about things.”
“You want me to do all that stuff just because I’m charging you for one book?”
“No, I need three. Mom and Dad are big fans, too.”
I spent most of last Saturday at Tony’s house doing a variety of odd jobs. I swept the basement, fixed the toilet and cleaned the mudroom. Let me tell you something from personal experience: Being a writer is hard work.
Dick Wolfsie is an author, columnist, and speaker. Contact him at [email protected].
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TIPS FOR MEN - Three tips from Esquire’s new book, “The Handbook of Style: A Man’s Guide to Looking Good”:
• Buy light-grey undershirts; they don’t show through light-colored dress shirts.
• Shoulders cannot be altered. If the jacket doesn’t fit there, it never will.
• A small, high notch on your lapel, right at the collarbone, is a minor detail that makes an off-the-rack suit look closer to bespoke.
• Before you wash your jean shorts, pretreat them by throwing them away.
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THINK WARM - It might not be time to break out the bikinis, but it’s definitely time to start thinking about new patio furniture for spring and summer. If you’re in the market for outdoor furniture, consider Kingsley-Bate teak outdoor furniture. The company is committed to environmentally friendly growing and harvesting of teak, and in homeportfolio.com’s editor’s picks for outdoor furniture, almost half of the editors chose products from Kingsley-Bate, including the Amalfi Lounge Chair and Ottoman (pictured).
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THIN AGAIN - If you’re looking for a new watch, think thin and classic. For much of the past decade, serious collectors paid little mind to slim, elegant dress watches. Exotic designs, high complications and large dimensions held the spotlight. Recently, however, dress watches have reappeared with a new look and exciting market momentum. “The thin, clean look is definitely the new thing,” says Steven Goldfarb of Seattle’s Alvin Goldfarb Jeweler. “These are the kind of pieces you can wear forever.”
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A room that lacks balance can give the illusion that part of your house will fall from its foundation if not adjusted. Try these tips to keep your house
from mimicking those gravity-defy-ing tourist funhous-es at mystery spots along the interstate.
CREATING A BALANCED
ROOM• Balance heavy fur-niture pieces with other large objects or groupings of smaller items.
• Don’t place all fur-niture against walls. Instead, use the
middle of a room to generate depth and interest and to create functional areas, such as conversation or work spaces.
• Look at the height of your furniture pieces and try to create multi-levels within the space. If you have a shorter piece and need to add height, hang a larger piece of art on the wall above, elongating the space and allowing the eye to travel upward. This will actually make the room feel taller!
• Use colors and patterns to your advan-tage. Strong, vibrant colors can make a room come alive, but remember not to overuse a particular color or pattern.
• As with color, a variety of textures can add depth and interest. Try varying tex-tures in pillows, rugs, drapes, and throws. The use of marble, wood and metal can provide grounding, while glass, breezy fabrics and wicker create an airy feel.
BEFORE ARRANGING A ROOM• Consider how traffic will flow through
the room. Most passages require two feet of space. Flow leading to personal space, such as a bedroom, can be re-duced. This provides a subtle message that the area is closed to visitors.
• Arrange furniture before hanging pic-tures or mirrors.
• Arrange major pieces of furniture first, then smaller items such as end tables, chairs and floor lamps. Remember to leave enough room to open doors and drawers.
• Think about lighting and how it will func-tion in the room, and place tables that will hold lighting accordingly.
• If placing a television in a room, con-sider the distance required between the screen and the viewer. Most sofas should be at least eight feet away from a stan-dard television screen, but with rapid technology changes, this is not a hard-and-fast rule.
One way to determine whether your room is balanced is to listen to your in-stincts. If a room feels top heavy or out of proportion, it probably is. Another way is to check for a sign in your front yard announcing that more than one million visitors have been mystified by the gravity-defying feats in your home.
If either happens, it is probably time to adjust the placement of your furnishings!
Vicky Earley is the principal designer for Artichoke Designs in downtown Carmel. If you have an interior design question, please contact [email protected].
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Spring break is just around the corner, and if you are fortunate to be heading to a tropical location for some much needed R and R, be sure you don’t skip the sunscreen when pack-ing your beach bag. There are several things you can keep in mind to be sure to be sun safe.
It is a good idea to put your lotion on 15 to 30 minutes before going outdoors. This gives the sunscreen enough time to be absorbed into your skin and offer you ultimate protection.
You only need to coat your body in a thin,
even layer. There is no need to frost yourself like a cupcake! About an ounce and a half will do for your entire body.
Be gentle on your face. The skin on your face is more prone to breakouts, so it is im-portant to use something formulated espe-cially for this sensitive area. Jan Marini and Yonka (found at Salon 01) make perfect facial sunscreens.
Last but not least, don’t forget to reapply your sunscreen about every two hours. Reap-ply even more frequently if doing something active —even if the label on your sunscreen of choice says it is waterproof.
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Most young women are obsessed with makeup but they often don’t have the knowledge or confidence to make it work. Teens love trying trendy colors and textures, but a fresh, young face should never be smothered in makeup.
Teens should skip an all over foundation. Cover blemishes with a blemish stick and then dab on powder in the oily T-zone, but avoid slathering on a heavy, liquid foundation.
Makeup should also not be used to look older. This can result in an unnatural, harsh look. Keeping colors light and sheer will ensure the fresh, youthful glow still shines through.
Trick of the Trade: To avoid drawing attention to braces, skip bright lip colors! Stick to a tinted lip balm or sheer gloss.
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POLICE RUNSFeb. 912:29:58 a.m., investigation, 545 S. Rangeline Rd.1:27:14 a.m., security check, 2140 E. 116th St.1:29:06 a.m., alarm burglar, 4039 Burford Dr.1:33:12 a.m., animal complaint, 4995 Woodfield Dr.5:02:57 a.m., alarm hold up, 1 Civic Square5:03:31 a.m., 911 hang up, 538 Emerson Rd.7:03:00 a.m., suspicious activity, East 96th Street/Marie Drive7:03:35 a.m., missing person, 14560 Waverly Dr.7:32:47 a.m., investigation, East Main Street/Lexington Boulevard7:39:58 a.m., driving complaint, Shakamac Drive/Illinois Street 7:59:37 a.m., driving complaint, West Carmel Drive/Arbor Drive8:17:37 a.m., driving complaint, 14500 N. Meridian St.8:26:01 a.m., investigation, Meeting House Road/Hoover Road8:27:25 a.m., traffic stop, Lantern Road/USA Parkway8:26:01 a.m., investigation, Meeting House Road/Hoover Road8:32:57 a.m., traffic stop, East 106th Street/North Meridian Street
8:39:46 a.m., traffic stop, East 116th Street/North Meridian Street 8:26:01 a.m., investigation, Meeting House Road/Hoover Road8:52:09 a.m., vin check, 434 S. Rangeline Rd.8:26:01 a.m., investigation, Meeting House Road/Hoover Road9:00:45 a.m., traffic stop, East 131st Street/Garnet Boulevard9:04:30 a.m., battery, 3525 W. 126th St.9:04:45 a.m., theft, 14163 Charity Chase Circle9:11:47 a.m., traffic stop, 1100 W. 116th St.9:17:37 a.m., f als serious, 2079 Finchley Rd.9:14:21 a.m., f alarm commercial, 10291 N. Meridian St.9:46:23 a.m., traffic stop, East 126th Street/South Rangeline Road9:43:53 a.m., traffic hazard, East 146th Street/Lowes Way10:01:19 a.m., traffic stop, East 96th Street/Lakeshore Drive East10:03:57 a.m., juvenile complaint, 495 Arbor Dr.10:16:16 a.m., traffic stop, East 96th Street/Lakeshore Drive East10:16:44 a.m., investigation, 3000 E. Carmel Dr.10:18:42 a.m., traffic stop, 116th
Street/Meridian Street 10:19:27 a.m., investigation, West 131st Street/Illinois Street 10:25:47 a.m., traffic stop, East 96th Street/Lakeshore Drive East10:34:25 a.m., traffic stop, East 96th Street/Bauer Drive East10:36:29 a.m., traffic stop, East 96th Street/Bauer Drive East10:37:06 a.m., investigation, 300 S. Guilford Rd.10:44:03 a.m., traffic stop, 96th Street/Delegates Row10:45:16 a.m., alarm hold up, 2410 Harelston St.10:56:17 a.m., traffic stop, East 96th Street/Lakeshore Drive East10:56:31 a.m., traffic hazard, North Meridian Street/East 116th Street10:58:32 a.m., damage to property, 3 Civic Square11:05:15 a.m., alarm hold up, 2410 Harelston St.11:14:23 a.m., traffic stop, 841 S. Rangeline Rd.11:15:40 a.m., traffic stop, Morgans Creek Court/Gray Road11:19:43 a.m., traffic stop, 3210 E. 96th St.11:15:57 a.m., harassment, 3422 Beech Dr.11:31:13 a.m., investigation, West 131st Street/\Illinois Street 11:34:30 a.m., traffic stop, East 96th Street/Lakeshore Drive East
11:43:28 a.m., traffic stop, East 96th Street/Keystone Avenue North11:54:50 a.m., traffic stop, 918 S. Rangeline Rd.11:59:01 a.m., theft, 300 S. Guilford Rd.12:00:10 p.m., traffic stop, 116th Street/Chateau Court12:08:34 p.m., traffic stop, East 116th Street/Fairgreen Drive12:11:58 p.m., traffic stop, Kingsbury Drive/Springmill Road
12:10:42 p.m., 911 hang up, 13804 Oakwood Court12:22:09 p.m., traffic stop, West 103rd Street/North Meridian Street 12:22:29 p.m., traffic stop, East 116th Street/Fairgreen Drive12:38:25 p.m., traffic stop, East 116th Street/Keystone Avenue North12:44:38 p.m., traffic stop, 28 I-465 West12:58:21 p.m., traffic stop, 31 I-465 West
Gilbert’s Carmel Drugs in 1982. Once a favorite early-morning coffee stop, the building is now vacant. It is just south of Lee Cleaners at 22 N. Range Line Rd.
Photo courtesy of Carmel Clay Historical Society
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