March 2012 Indulge

Canadian rocker Bif Naked opens up about life after cancer, divorce and embarking on her next journey.

PROVENCE MARINASIDE BENEFITS OF ORGANIZATION WINE & HEALTH

Vol. 6 • Issue 1 • MARCH 2012

E X Q U I S I T E S T Y L E E X Q U I S I T E S T Y L E • I N T E R I O R S • T R A V E L • C U I S I N E• I N T E R I O R S • T R A V E L • C U I S I N E

The The Naked Naked truthtruth

Although every precaution is taken, errors in prices and/or specifications may occur in print. We reserve the right to correct any such errors. May not be used with any other promotion. Some special items may not be on display but are available via our special order program. *See store for details. details.

Proud Sponsor of th ePNE Lottery Home

Store HoursMonday-Thursday 9:30-6:00pm Friday 9:30-9:00pmSaturday 9:30-6:00pmSunday 11:00-5:00pm

1455 United Blvd.Coquitlam, BC604.522.5144

100-12553 Bridgeport Rd.Richmond, BC604.271.8852

www.lanestore.ca

KENSINGTON 7 PIECE DINING SETRegular Price $2296 - 14% = $1974.56 +

+ SAVE UP TO AN ADDITIONAL 20%

FACTORY AUTHORIZED

TOTAL SAVINGS $471.44

$150OFF

$100OFF

$250OFF

= $1824.56

ACADIA ALL LEATHER 2PC RECLINING SET Regular Price $4696 -30% = $3296 +

=$3046

TOTAL SAVINGS $1650

Matching pieces available at discount prices

WESTBURY FABRIC SOFA Regular Price $1398 -12% = 1230.24 +

=$1130.24TOTAL SAVINGS $267.76


RICHMOND KING STORAGE BED

Regular Price $2298 -14% =1976.28 +

TOTAL SAVINGS $471.72

$1826.28$150OFF


5679 - 176th Street, Cloverdale604-575-3069 triciasgems.com

56A Ave.

Hwy. 10

Hw

y. 1

5

57 Ave.

176

St.

Facebook

TrTrTrool

lbea

dllb

eadsds

Trol

lbea

dTrTr

orollb

ead

eadsds

Can

adC

aanad

ana

da.c

om.cc

om

yH

wy.

15

Compatible with Pandora

20% OFFHEARTBEAD

CLEARANCE PRICED

Distributed free to select households in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia. Paid subscriptions available. Reproduction in whole or in part is prohibited. The publisher is not responsible

for unsolicited manuscripts or photographs.

4 MARCH 2012 Indulge

VOLUME 6 • ISSUE 1 • MARCH 2012

It’s time to declutter! Why being organized is good for your brain and tips on how you can get started.

Get rejuvenated with a boost of health at some of B.C.’s best retreats.

John Schreiner delves into the world of wine and health, giving you another reason to open that bottle of red.

contents

6

12

20

26

28

16

Canadian rock star Bif Naked talks about performing for the fi rst time after cancer and her fresh start at 40.

Healthy and delicious can fi t in the same sentence, thanks to the husband-wife duo at Provence Marinaside.

Make the most of a little black dress. We showcase one dress in three looks.

It’s been a busy time over here at Indulge, with changes both big and small. For starters, I have taken over as editor

while Melissa is away, spending time with her new – and adorable – family. I had some big shoes to fi ll, and I must admit, I was nervous to head the magazine, but I’m happy I made the decision.Sometimes the most daunting tasks are the ones offering the greatest rewards. So it’s important to do things that are good for you, whether it’s facing new challenges or slowing down to catch your breath.I had to remind myself of that recently after becoming a homeowner with my boyfriend, facing an onslaught of paperwork, bills and the never-ending shopping for toilet paper, mustard and other household items you don’t think about until you need them. I felt I would never be able to relax and enjoy my place.Fortunately, I did.But it took a lot of encouragement (of the forceful kind) from my better half to gear down and take in all our hard work making the house our home.

That experience was part of the inspiration for this issue, in which we focus on the importance of taking care of yourself, mind, body and soul – a task I know is easier said than done.

Taking care of yourself doesn’t necessarily mean booking a two-week vacation to a tropical destination. It can also mean setting a few minutes aside to make your life a bit more effi cient and worry-free.In this issue of Indulge, we explore how you can make your life that much better, from healthy and delicious breakfast ideas, to tips from a professional organizer on how to declutter your home (and your mind). And who better to talk to about taking care of yourself than Canadian rock goddess and yoga enthusiast Bif Naked, who opens up about why cancer was one of the best things to ever have happened to her.I hope you enjoy this issue of Indulge, preferably when you’re taking an all-important relaxation break.

From the editor Sarah Massah

Indulge is published four times annually by Black Press

Suite 200 2411 160 StreetSurrey, BC V3S 0C8

Tel: 604-575-5321 Fax: 604-531-7977www.indulgemagazine.ca

6

12 16 20

Publisher Rita [email protected]

Managing Editor Lance [email protected]

Editor Sarah [email protected]

Creative Services Manager Jim [email protected]

Contributors

Cover photo by Karolina Turek, with make-up and hair by Andrea Tiller.

Erin Anderson • Robyn JenkinsChristie Judson • Grant McAvoy

Jason McRobbie • John Schreiner •


#980 15033 32ND AVENUE Across from Cactus Club • 604.538.8155

Mon-Wed 10-6, Thurs-Fri 10-8, Sat 10-5:30, Sun 11-5

AGAVE DENIM

ALBERTO PANTS

BELSTAFF

FIDELITY

AG JEANS

DENHAM

ENGLISH LAUNDRY

HUGO BOSS BLACK

HUGO BOSS ORANGE

HUGO BOSS GREEN

DAGR

J. LINDEBERG

NAPAPIJRI

NANIBON

PRPS GOODS & CO.

ROBERT GRAHAM

STENSTROMS

STRELLSON

SAND

JOHN VARVATOS

INDULGE • MARCH 2012 5


bif nakedbif nakedvancouverite, rock chick, vancouverite, rock chick, yoga student, ex-wife, yoga student, ex-wife,

dog-lover, public speaker,dog-lover, public speaker,survivor.survivor.

Bif Naked is thankful she had breast cancer.

Sitting in her manager’s Vancouver condo with her beloved 14-year-old Maltese,

Nicklas, in her lap, the tiny, black-clad Vancouver rocker says she is appreciative of her two-year struggle with the disease that resulted in 13 months of chemotherapy and the removal of her ovaries in order to ensure the cancerous cells didn’t spread.

“It was amazing. I’m so happy I went through it, honestly, because it was a fantastic opportunity to experience that as a writer, as a performer and as a human,” she says. “To be able to work with other people and be like, ‘yeah, I absolutely understand,’ I’m glad I went through it.”

Born Beth Torbert on June 15, 1971, in India, the American-Canadian singer has always been known for her upbeat, confi dent personality, which she credits with helping her through her recovery.

Following chemo, she admits, her outlook on life was not radically altered immediately.

But she began to assess things she considered detrimental to her, and soon realized there were several things she needed to change.

“I began to make adjustments very quickly. Before, I would prefer to sacrifi ce myself rather than pipe up about something that was bothering me. But I found that after cancer, with things that were terribly uncool, now I will say, ‘I don’t think I survived cancer to do this.’

“I’ll convince myself I have a right to speak up about something that is not OK, that is something new for me.”

For some, it may be hard to imagine Bif, who is brimming with confi dence and positive energy, as ever being timid or even vulnerable – and for the most part, she says, she is anything but. However, she admits life after cancer was a big transformation.

The removal of her ovaries in 2009 catapulted her into menopause at the age of 39, coinciding with a tour to promote her latest album, The Promise, a collection of songs written and produced while undergoing treatment.

Her return to the stage just weeks after surgery, however, left her with a heavy heart.

“I still had my chemo hair and I just had my oophorectomy, so I still had my stitches, but I did a tour and after that I swore I would never go on tour again. I was so self-conscious and so stupid.

by Sarah Massah • photos by Karolina Turek


INDULGE • MARCH 2012 7INDULGE • MARCH 2012 7


“I look out into the crowd and there is not a single face out there, it’s just all iPhones. Our culture is now that; all you perform to is iPhones, not faces.”

The experience left her feeling as though she was on display as a “dancing cancer monkey.” And, subsequently, every show on the tour was a repeat of the same thing: a crowd of phones.

She eventually realized that the cellphone phenomena had nothing to do with her, or with cancer, or with music – but everything to do with the immediacy-obsessed culture we now live in.

“People are able to capture what they are seeing and instantly put it in the universe. I kind of had to get over my self-consciousness, but it’s been a struggle.”

The following year, she faced her next challenge, with the end of her three-year marriage to Vancouver sports writer Ian Walker.

Turning to yoga to deal with the grief, she found that being in a class with other students was a struggle as her emotions seeped out; she felt exposed and embarrassed.

“Last year, I was going through heartbreak, so every time I was in Shavasana, I would start crying and I wouldn’t even know it. I started feeling self-conscious and stopped going to class altogether – and the gym – because everyone kept asking me about my last marriage.”

This forced Bif to develop ways to stay fi t on her own at home. She switched her focus from training and bodybuilding to restoration of her mind, body and soul.

“After 20 years, I stopped running, not just physically, but in my head. I stopped running and I sat down and I asked what are my needs and priorities. They’re not getting my body fat down anymore, because I don’t give a f---.”

After reaching an emotional plateau, she began focusing on her passion for people and the need for more open discussion about cancer.

She recalls her own experience following her diagnosis, walking in hospitals and seeing patients in their own bubble, eyes down and not speaking.

The atmosphere was one of fear and anxiety, forcing Bif to break that uncomfortable silence with discussion to

ease their worries and her own.“There’s so many multilayers to each

person’s story, like little onions. Everyone is like a little walking onion. I was, like, no way, so I went up to people and I spoke to them and I was, like, ‘let’s not be upset, let’s talk about it.’”

With no family living in the province, she received comfort from other patients, and reciprocated that care and compassion.

She also volunteered for whatever she could in order to speak to women going through the same challenges, taking part in trials to reach out to others and fi nd out all she could about her illness.

One trial she participated in was an experience she compared to being in an army, huddled in the trenches, during a war.

“I was in a trial with 100 bald women and nobody knew what anyone’s job was, none of these women ever heard of me and they didn’t care – it was wonderful. We were all in the trenches together and it was the best

thing that ever happened to me.“If I didn’t have that, or the other patients

to be around, I don’t know what would have become of me.”

Knowing fi rsthand the comfort that comes from speaking to someone who can relate to the tumultuous emotions experienced with cancer, it became evident she was put in the position to do something.

“I think my job is kind of like saying, ‘hey, let’s talk about it,’” she said. “If I can encourage people to be more brave, then that’s great. I think I’ve done what I’m really meant to do.”

With two albums set to come out this year and an autobiography in the works, the Juno Award-winning rocker is excited to be embarking on a new journey in her life.

“I feel like an opening fl ower and I’ve never felt that way before. It’s new to me. It’s truly a shift for me and discovering it has been really cool. I’m fi nally fi nding my own voice.”

I look out into the crowd and there is not a single face out there, it’s just all

iPhones.


For all you need and more... Find it at Peninsula Village!

ACCENT ON TRAVEL • BIG GARY’S VACUUM SYSTEM • BLUE RIBBON

PET SUPPLIES • BOOSTER JUICE • CHOCOLATERIE BERNARD

CALLEBAUT • CORA BREAKFAST & LUNCH • CURRENT FASHIONS •

DOLLARAMA • DR. CHRIS SAM • ED’S LINENS • EXTREME PITA •

FLFLYIYINGNG W WEDEDGEGE P PIZIZZAZA C COO • • GAGALLLLERERYY 2424 •• G GAMAMEE STSTOPOP •• J J. GRGREGEGORORY’Y SS

MEN’S APPAREL • KITCHEN GARDEN • LENS R US • LONDON DRUGS

• MAGICUTS • MERIDIAN MEATS & SEAFOOD • NEVER E’NUFF

CLOTHES • NEW JOE’S FARM MARKET • PENINSULA MEDICAL

CLCLININICIC • P PENENININSUSULALA V VILILLALAGEGE C CHIHIROROPRPRACAC TITICC • PEPENININSNSULULAA VIVILLLLAGAGEE

LILIQUQUOROR S STOTORERE • P PLULUMM CLCLOTOTHIHINGNG • R ROGOGERERSS VIVIDEDEOO • SASABABATITINONO’SS

TRAT TORIA & BAR • SAFEWAY • SALLY BEAUT Y • SALON MONTAGE

• SEMIAHMOO PHYSIOTHERAPIST CORP. • SIENNA SUN STUDIO •

SPEC TRUM OPTOMETRY • SPEEDY SHOE SERVICE • STARBUCKS

•• T TIMIMEE III I D DRYRYCLCLEAEANN • • TUTURNRNABABOUOUTT CLCLOTOTHIHINGNG •• U UPSPS S STOTORERE •• W WESESTLTLANANDD

INSURANCE GROUP LTD. • YAMAKO JAPANESE RESTAURANT • ZIG

ZAG • ACCENT ON TRAVEL • BIG GARY’S VACUUM SYSTEM • BLUE

RIBBON PET SUPPLIES • BOOSTER JUICE • CHOCOLATERIE BERNARD

CALLEBAUT • CORA BREAKFAST & LUNCH • CURRENT FASHIONS •

DODOLLLLARARAMAMAA • DRDR. CHCHRIRISS SASAMM • EDED’SS L LININENENSS • EXEXTRTREMEMEE PIPITATA •

FLYING WEDGE PIZZA CO • GALLERY 24 • GAME STOP • J. GREGORY’S

MEN’S APPAREL • KITCHEN GARDEN • LENS R US • LONDON DRUGS

• MAGICUTS • MERIDIAN MEATS & SEAFOOD • NEVER E’NUFF

CLCLOTOTHEHESS • NENEWW JOJOE’E’SS FAFARMRM M MARARKEKETT • PEPENININSNSULULAA MEMEDIDICACALL

CLINIC • PENINSULA VILLAGE CHIROPRAC TIC • PENINSULA VILLAGE

LIQUOR STORE • PLUM CLOTHING • ROGERS VIDEO • SABATINO’S

TRAT TORIA & BAR • SAFEWAY • SALLY BEAUT Y • SALON MONTAGE

• SEMIAHMOO PHYSIOTHERAPIST CORP. • SIENNA SUN STUDIO •

SPEC TRUM OPTOMETRY • SPEEDY SHOE SERVICE • STARBUCKS

THOMAS KINKADE ART GALLERY • TIME II DRYCLEAN • TURNABOUT

CLOTHING • UPS STORE • WESTLAND INSURANCE GROUP LTD. •

YAMAKO JAPANESE RESTAURANT • ZIG ZAG • ACCENT ON TRAVEL

• BIG GARY’S VACUUM SYSTEM • BLUE RIBBON PET SUPPLIES •

BOOSTER JUICE • CHOCOLATERIE BERNARD CALLEBAUT • CORA

BREAKFAST & LUNCH • CURRENT FASHIONS

Pen i n s u l aV I L L A G E

24th Avenue & King G eorge Boulevard w w w.peninsulavi l lage.ca


Call us for the NEW non-invasive way to freeze fat.

INSTITUTEAvailable at

112-1656 Martin Drive, White Rock 604.541.8750 www.new-beauty.ca Evenings & Weekend

Appointments Available

$100 OFF the treatment

With coupon only. Offer valid till April 30/12

Dr.

C. M

ok

BEFORE AFTER

Health Canada Approved.


FASHIONS FOR TODAY’S MOTHER OF THE BRIDE OR GROOM!• sizes 2-18• shoes• accessories• one of a kind

jewellery designed & created by ANNA KRISTINA

119 - 1711 152 ST. SEMIAHMOO SHOPPING CENTRE 604.536.8873

Our Our Fabulous Fabulous

Spring Spring Collection Collection

is here!is here!

Anna Kristina BoutiqueAnna Kristina Boutique

SHOESSHOESSHOESSHOES

Semiahmoo Shopping Centre

1711 - 152nd Street

604-531-4633

HURRY IN FOR BEST SELECTION!

27 YEARSServing the Peninsula

in styleSTEP INTO SPRING…

PENINSULA V ILLAGE15355 24TH AVENUE • 604 -535 -1565

(Lad ies on ly )



Feel goodby Jason McRobbie • photos by Rob Newell

F O O DF O O D

NN either would look out of place on the red carpet.

Chef/owners Jean-Francis and Alessandra Quaglia are healthy proof of the merits

of a good start to the day and an even healthier appetite for good living.

He from Marseilles, France and she from Toronto, Ont., their paths crossed unsurprisingly in a kitchen, in the idyllic

setting of Nice’s acclaimed Hotel Negresco. Ten years ago, they opened their second

Vancouver restaurant, Provence Marinaside, under the spotlight and scrutiny of Food Network’s Opening Soon; they’ve been entertaining company since in more ways than one.

Morning, noon and night: they’ve lost none of their shine and only garnered further accolades and appearances en

route. The duo is presently on deck to host a culinary cruise to the Caribbean with Holland-America in April.

As parents of two and co-owners of Vancouver’s award-winning French restaurants, Provence and Provence Marinaside, the pair’s excellence on the plate is exceeded perhaps only by their endurance. Besides raising a pair of children, Chef Jean-Francis has his BMW

Provence Marinaside celebrates 10 years of healthy starts to the day

Indulge in...Cuisine



GS Endura motorcycle and budding black belt in counselling, while Alessandra celebrates salsa on a competitive level and has a dance studio at home. Yoga works wonders for both.

“It keeps me grounded, healthy and fl exible for when I have to go up into the ceiling and fi x something in the kitchen,” Jean-Francis said.

As per the three-year counselling program in which he is immersed, it pays similar dividends. “I refuse to go through life and not enjoy myself, but there are things that frustrate, so we all need to fi nd ways to make it work smoothly.”

Such as breakfast? Sharing a morning in the kitchen with

Indulge, Alessandra stirring the polenta, Jean-Francis putting his touch to an

omelette, the ritual of the morning meal becomes apparent.

On any given morning, breakfast is in full swing in the Quaglia kitchen.

“Actually, breakfast is a funny thing. We love breakfast. Still, after 10 years, people still don’t know that we serve breakfast,” said Jean-Francis. Save for weekends and holidays, which bring the brunch crowd like clockwork, breakfast is perhaps the only time you will fi nd a quiet corner to call your own at Provence Marinaside.

Then there is understandable industry attitude. He explains,

“Not everyone wants to wake up at 5 a.m. to do the prep work. Some chefs see it as a downgrade from dinner. We like to show how you can be creative and take real pride in breakfast.”

That pride shows on both the faces in the kitchen and where it counts most, on

the menu, where the house-styled croque benedict vies with the croissant shrimp benedict and ham and cheese omelette for most favoured. Naturally, breakfast takes on a lighter note as well, with a steady fl ow of special requests to be accommodated, ranging from the dietary to the die-hard health nuts who have come to crave Jean-Francis’ egg white omelettes.

“We have plenty of healthy options and don’t mind making something up at all, but people really love our take on the croque monsieur benedict-style and, no, that’s not really too healthy,” admits Jean-Francis.

“Healthy is just fresh and sensible. Eat what you love unless what you love is major processed food,” said Alessandra.

At home, the menu’s bend towards healthy is more obvious.

“It gets harder to set aside the time as the kids get older, especially on the weekdays, but breakfast doesn’t have to be complex. You can come to the restaurant for that,” said Alessandra with a grin. “It just needs to be there as both a start and anchor for the day.”

Her own secret recipe for a fresh start? A cold glass of orange juice swirled with honey and lavender.

Healthy is just fresh and sensible. Eat what you love - unless what you love is major processed

food.



Egg White Vegetable OmeletteMakes one omelette

Four kinds of fruit for garnish (pick in-season fruit)1 tsp. extra virgin olive oil4 small red nugget potatoes, boiled until just cooked1 tsp. fi nely chopped green onion¼ cup blanched spinach, drained and chopped1 tbsp. julienned sun-dried tomatoes4 egg whites1 tbsp. crumbled feta (goat cheese can be substituted) to taste salt and pepper

Preheat oven to 350° F.

Clean and prepare fruit, set aside.

Heat 1 tsp. olive oil in pan over medium heat.

Slice potatoes and sauté in olive oil to brown. Sprinkle with green onion, cover and set aside to keep warm.

In a bowl, mix together egg whites with spinach and sun-dried tomatoes.

Heat another small amount of olive oil over medium heat. Pour in egg mixture and heat until almost, but not quite, cooked.

Flatten the surface and put the pan in the oven to fi nish the omelette (1 – 3 minutes).

Remove from the oven when eggs are just set, add cheese to the centre, fold over.

Present on a plate garnished with fruit and sautéed potatoes.

Season to taste.

Maple Almond Soy PolentaServes two

2 cups almond soy milk2 cups water2/3 cup polenta2 tbsp. organic cane sugar½ tsp. salt2 tbsp. maple syrup1 cup fresh berries or fruit in seasonGarnish with toasted pecans, almonds or fi lberts

In a medium-size pot over high heat, bring almond soy milk and water to a boil. Reduce heat so liquid is barely boiling.

Stirring constantly, pour in polenta in a thin, steady stream; pausing occasionally to break up any lumps.

Stir in sugar and salt. Simmer, stirring often, until polenta is soft and creamy to bite, 20 to 40 minutes (if heat is too high, bubbles may ‘spit’ globs of hot polenta out of the pot).

Pour polenta into two bowls and drizzle the maple syrup around, one tbsp each, or as much as you like. Top with fruit and nuts.

Healthy Banana Muffi nsMakes: nine regular-size muffi ns or 24

mini-size muffi ns

½ cup sugar½ cup brown sugar½ cup butter1 egg1 cup mashed ripe banana (about three)1 tsp. baking soda2 tbsp. hot water½ cup all-purpose fl our½ cup whole wheat fl our½ cup fl ax meal



To coat muffi n tin:1 tbsp. butter1 tbsp. fl our

Preheat oven to 350° F.

Butter and fl our muffi n pans or use recycled paper muffi n cup inserts.

In a bowl, cream together sugars and butter. Add egg and mashed bananas, mix well.

In a separate dish, dissolve baking soda in hot water. Add to banana mixture – do not overmix. Spoon batter into muffi n tins.

Bake 25 minutes for regular size and 12-15 minutes for mini-size.

Entertain your SensesEntertain your SensesEntertain your Senses

SS

Entertain your SensesAUSTIN AUSTIN CUSTOM KITCHENS INC.CUSTOM KITCHENS INC.T: 604.542.9906 | F: 604.542.9936T: 604.542.9906 | F: 604.542.99362406 King George Blvd. Surrey2406 King George Blvd. Surreywww.austinkitchens.cawww.austinkitchens.calee@[email protected]

Entertain your SensesEntertain your SensesA luxury entertainment space that suits your style and budget.A luxury entertainment space that suits your style and budget.

at

Peninsula Village

15355 24th Avenue604-536-5555



a littlea little black black

magicmagicJacqueline is ready for a night out Jacqueline is ready for a night out

in her little black dress by Aryn K, in her little black dress by Aryn K,

available at Muse Social Fashion available at Muse Social Fashion

House, 604-560-5115. Topped with a House, 604-560-5115. Topped with a

NYC Accessories statement necklace NYC Accessories statement necklace

from Aldila Boutique, 604-535-4448, from Aldila Boutique, 604-535-4448,

and Blondo metallic peeptoes from Zig and Blondo metallic peeptoes from Zig

Zag Fashion Boutique, 604-535-1565. Zag Fashion Boutique, 604-535-1565.

Photography............Grant McAvoyHair /Makeup..........Robyn JenkinsModel.......................Jacqueline Mae Stylist.......................Sarah Massah

Indulge in...Fashion


a little black

magic

Take the same Aryn K black dress and Take the same Aryn K black dress and

transition it for a business look, with a transition it for a business look, with a

bit of an edge. This look was topped bit of an edge. This look was topped

off with an Aldila boyfriend blazer and off with an Aldila boyfriend blazer and

NYC Accessories necklace available NYC Accessories necklace available

at Aldila Boutique. Michael Kors heels at Aldila Boutique. Michael Kors heels

available at Zig Zag Fashion Boutique.available at Zig Zag Fashion Boutique.


Jacqueline shows off the Aryn K Jacqueline shows off the Aryn K

dress in a daytime look, with dress in a daytime look, with

scene-stealing Goldendoodle, scene-stealing Goldendoodle,

Archie. The dress has been Archie. The dress has been

topped with a Spanner denim topped with a Spanner denim

jacket and a delicate Troy jacket and a delicate Troy

necklace from Aldila. It’ll be necklace from Aldila. It’ll be

easy to take Archie for a walk easy to take Archie for a walk

with her Calvin Klein peeptoe with her Calvin Klein peeptoe

wedges, available at Zig Zag.wedges, available at Zig Zag.


Get the LOOKProfessional hairstylist and makeup artist Robyn Jenkins explains how she transformed Jacqueline’s look from day to night.

Jacqueline’s makeup is a ‘50s inspired lookwith soft, light frosted base on the eyelids with brown contouring in the crease and no makeup on the bottom.Robyn winged out black eyeliner and added mascara, with a few individual lashes to add a “special pop.”Robyn applied two types of blush, one bronze blush to add contouring to the face and a light pink on the balls of the cheeks.For the evening look, she darkened the lips, added a soft dark brown/black eye shadow the bottom of the eyes and to the outside creases on the eye lid. Robyn topped it off with more bronzed blush and mascara.

PATIO & SPA COVERS partially or completely enclosed maintenance-free outdoor living customized styles to fit your space

CREATE YOUR OWN BACKYARD RETREATProtect your family from the elements and still enjoy natural light

Contact Steve at 604-857-1702 or [email protected]

Turn your sun-baked and rain-soaked patio into a cool, dry, sun-lit outdoor living space!

Blocks 100% of UV, letting you enjoy the outdoors in unequaled comfort.

Maintenance-free living with a long life. Ask about our amazing 30-year warranty!

Wood Structures

Enclosures

Cathedral Style

Classic Style

www.naturallightpatiocovers.com or Toll Free 1-877-707-7427

See us at your

local Home Show

- visit our website

for dates!

Ageless Beauty...Ageless Beauty... Timeless Results... Timeless Results...

Unit B1A - 20202 66th AvenueLangley, BC604.539.5555 | www.rejuva.ca | [email protected]

Expires April 30, 2012Cannot be combined

with other offers. Some conditions apply.

It’s Time for a Spring Make Over.Beautiful Skin Starts Here!

Call to book your appointment.

with a Complimentary Advanced Skin Analysis or Skincare Review

® of Vivier Canada Inc.

25% off

Skincare


Eat less, exercise more, get organized. If you’re like most people, you’re constantly trying to work on those

three goals. Achieving the fi rst two goals is pretty straightforward: institute a moratorium on drive-thrus and dust off the treadmill – again. However, when it comes to “conquering the clutter,” most of us aren’t sure where to begin.

Of course, it’s no wonder: the thought of organizing a linen closet that has lost its way or (gasp) tackling the “junk” drawer – a shambolic catch-all of random odds and ends ranging from out-of-date grocery coupons to dried up superglue, MIA Scrabble pieces and an arsenal of loose screws and rubber bands – is enough to send most of us packing (and not in a handy Rubbermaid kind of way).

Yet, while the job of getting organized may seem like a daunting challenge, according to Janis Nylund, professional organizer and

owner of Orderly Concepts & Solutions in South Surrey, there are important health benefi ts and practical rewards to living or working in an effi cient and well-planned environment.

“In addition to providing peace of mind and enhanced function, aesthetic and safety, good organization helps to reduce stress, boost productivity and save people signifi cant amounts of time and money,” said Nylund. “Disorganized, cluttered spaces and ineffi cient systems in the home or offi ce can often lead to panic, confusion, lack of focus and a perpetual feeling of being overwhelmed.”

While she says most people are aware when they have “lost control,” telltale signs of chronic disorganization include frequently being late or running out of time, missing important dates and events, frequently misplacing items, not being able to relax and buying duplicate items of things you already own.

“Having too many things and a lack of logical systems or dedicated spaces for specifi c items and simple day-to-day functions, such as opening the mail, creates clutter and distraction. You can have stuff stuck in the basement and just knowing it is there creates mental clutter. Some of my clients have too much stuff in their bedrooms and complain of not getting a decent night’s sleep.”

While she says closets, garages, kitchens, basements and offi ces tend to be the most common spaces in need of reorganization, Nylund always recommends that her clients start with the areas that are causing them the most stress, costing them money or leading to problems such as missed deadlines or bill payments.

“If you are going at it alone, start on something easy, such as a closet or desk. Take everything out so that you can separate the items into categories or like-item piles.

by Christie Judson

Organizational Disorder


“Once you see everything you have, you can make better decisions on what to keep or toss.”

In terms of storage solutions and organizing systems, Nylund prefers anything that doesn’t take an extra step. “In other words, I prefer a drawer system over a lid system – especially for kids,” said Nylund. “Lids get lost, whereas a drawer is built-in and requires one direct movement for accessing and retrieving.”

“Sterilite drawers are one of my favourites for closets, playrooms, laundry rooms, pantries and garages. They come in a variety of sizes, stack nicely and are aesthetically pleasing. When organizing a child’s space, such as a bedroom or playroom, I recommend staying away from multi-coloured containers. Children grow older in no time and those colours will become too primary for them. Plus, too many colours can make the room appear more cluttered.”

The organization specialist, who is often hired alongside interior designers and

architects at the start of a renovation or new home construction project, says custom-fi t built-ins are a great option for homeowners and professionals who want to get the most out of their space by incorporating highly functional organization systems that refl ect their particular needs and lifestyle.

“Everyone has a different organizing style. The majority of my clients are visual, meaning they need to see an item or system (basket, desktop fi ler or sticky note) out in the open. Others prefer everything to be neatly tucked away. Basically, it comes down to liking the system you use. If it fi ts with your organizing style, you will use it!”

Quick Organization Tips:• Make organization part of your interior decor. Purchase

decorative boxes and storage solutions that pull double duty as furnishings and accessories.• Think systematically: create an “assembly line” for everyday chores and actions.• When working on a small space, use an egg timer to help keep you from losing focus and spending too much time on one particular task.• Limit your collections by focusing on what is important and regularly letting go of unused items.

Disorganized, cluttered spaces and ineffi cient systems...

lead to panic, confusion, lack of

focus...

Includes initial Chiropractic consultation and two follow visits.

Package price $99*

(regular $150)

Through a personalized treatment plan, preventative care and patient education, we will help keep you on the road to a healthy 2012.

*Package offer available for new patients only. Valid until April 30, 2012.

Linda Chu, owner of Out of Chaos and founder of the B.C. Lower Mainland Chapter of Professional Organizers in Canada, says establishing organizational systems in the home not only helps reduce family stress and anxiety, but teaches children lifelong skills that will help them learn to be self-suffi cient, organized adults.

To get a handle on busy schedules, while establishing important household routines, Chu offers the following simple family-friendly tips:

Create a Drop ZoneInstall labelled wall pockets

in a common “drop” area (kitchen, mud room, family room) to help organize school notices, homework, artwork, etc.

Help kids get into the habit of organizing their papers

and emptying their backpacks (including lunch containers and water bottles) as soon as they come home from school.

Calendar EssentialsRather than juggling multiple

calendars for mom, dad and kids, use one master calendar to minimize the risk of missed events and appointments.

Whether you are using an electronic or printed calendar, be sure to highlight each family member’s calendar entry with a different colour, as it will make planning easier and save time in the long run.

Before the new week begins, have a brief family meeting to gather important dates to enter into the master calendar. Make the “meetings” into a fun family games night or incorporate a tradition of hot cocoa and popcorn.

Get the whole family on board with organization


by Christie Judson

The Beauty of Organization

Visit us at www.stormore.com#111-19231 54th Avenue, Surrey I 604-575-8870-


Country Woods Furniture

Design Services AvailableSolid Wood Furniture

made in BC

Open 7 days a weekSame location for 18 years

2320 King George Blvd. (South of 24th Ave) • 604-535-9003

Not just country Not just country anymore… anymore…

We’ve been your

1552 Johnston Road, White Rock

604-531-3293Monday– Saturday 9:30am–5:30pm

www.laurasfashionfabrics.com

SEWING CENTRE for over 33 Years!

One StopOne Stop

A store full of... A store full of... • Fabrics • Notions • Machines • Sergers

• Patterns • Machine

Embroidery Supplies

6700D2

NX-2000

The Most Innovative Machine Ever!

Limited Edition Sewing Machine

Laura Ashley

YEARS 333333

FASHION FABRICS

• Large, bright workspace • Resize embroidery designs up to 200%

Cannot be combined with any coupon, stamp card or gift certifi cate. Expires April 30th, 2012.

Shops@Morgan Crossing778.294.4500120 - 15735 Croydon Drivewww.purenailbar.com

IntroducingAll-New OPI GELCOLOR MANI!

*Valid EVERYDAY

MANI PEDICOMBO SPECIAL

$50*

* lasts up to 2 weeks* choose from lots of OPI colors

special french$39 +$10


Webkinz Pink Poodle Donated by

Ganz

Raffl e to be drawn at

Nite of HopeApril 12, 2012

Buy your Webkinz Poodle for a chance of winning a

Diamond BraceletGrand Prize worth $3200!!

14k white gold diamond bangle that holds164 full cut diamonds of SI clarity and GH

in colour to give a total carat weight of .60ctw

Tickets ON SALE NOW at Rochells Jewellers!

Located in Semiahmoo Mall

All proceeds go to Nite of Hope White Rock / South Surreyand Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation - BC/Yukon Region

www.niteofhope/whiterock

Sponsored by

Raffle to be drawn atR ffl t b d t

on the Ruff$25

604.539.7720 20202-66th Avenue, Langley(across from London Drugs) www.exceljewellers.com

Goldsmith on Site

custom designeddiamond jewellery

Goo

cudeddiajew

6604.535399.77772020 220(across from London Drugs)

606044

END OF DAY CELEBRATION

Saturday May 19, 2012, 5pm-8pm White Rock Community Centre 15154 Russell Ave.

White Rock Firefi ghters Charity BBQ • Live Entertainment • Kids’ Activities and More!!Come Celebrate with us!

Visit www.whiterockcity.ca for updates


Granite Tops

$35INSTALLED

sq. ft.

30%MAPLE

CABINETSOFF

GUARANTEED LOWEST PRICES IN TOWN

20%ESPRESSO

SHAKERCABINETS

OFF

www. vancouve r cab i ne t s . c om

LANGLEY#104- 6360 202nd Street,

778-278-1818

RICHMOND#1-11520 Voyageur Way

604-233-9297

COQUITLAM2568 Barnet Highway,

778-285-1118

NORTH VANCOUVER3A-987 Marine Dr.604-929-9828

Vancouver Cabinets Inc.

| Specializing in Functional & Performance Training| Team of High Level & Experienced Training Coaches| Comprehensive Assessment & Customized Programming| 4,000 Square Foot Private Training Facility

Innovative Fitness White Rock#6 - 3238 King George Blvd., South Surrey604-536-1355 | www.innovativefi tness.com

KELOWNA WHITE ROCK SEATTLE

#120 - 1959 152nd St., Windsor Square • 604-536-3622 #120 - 1959 152nd St., Windsor Square • 604-536-3622 www.internationalgems.netwww.internationalgems.net

The Finest in The Finest in Diamonds & Diamonds &

Custom Designed Custom Designed Jewellery for over Jewellery for over

36 years36 years

Leading Trendsetter in Leading Trendsetter in Bridal JewelleryBridal Jewellery



When you’re on the go with work and everything else that fi lls up your schedule, it can be hard to fi nd the time to relax. But it’s imperative to give yourself a break to rejuvenate mind, body and soul.

British Columbia has a bounty of resorts combining spas with health and fi tness. These retreats pack in exercise, relaxation and even education in a short amount of time, making it the perfect get-away for someone constantly on the go.

Salt Springs Spa Resortwww.saltspringspa.comNestled away along the calm waters of the Trincomali Channel,

the 29 acre seaside spa resort provides the perfect backdrop to a relaxing getaway. For those looking to ease into the idea of a spa vacation, every Thursday evening, the resort invites guests to its Oneness Meditation and Blessing (Deeksha) gathering. The blessing is a non-denominational benediction described as a unique and specifi c blessing, transfering Divine Energy, which over time, brings the state of Oneness in the recipient. For those looking to take the plunge, the resort offers two and three night spa getaways focusing on fi tness, weight-loss and yoga. Each retreat includes an itinerary that is full of rejuvenating activities, including massages, meals and exercise.

Coastal Trek Health and Wellness Resortwww.coastaltrekresort.comSurrounded by one million acres of old growth forest in the

Comox Valley, this resort is a must for those who love to hike in the beautiful trails British Columbia is known for. Coastal Trek offers two options for those that want to get their body in motion, including their two day, three night health, hiking and fi tness program, Taste of Trek. The two day program is a compact version of the seven night, six day hiking and fi tness program offered,

and includes three nights accommodation, two guided hikes, one relaxation massage and three early morning yoga classes, as well as all meals and snacks.

Fresh Start Health Retreat www.healthretreat.caLocated on Vancouver Island in Oyster Bay, Fresh Start is a health

restorative retreat held at Ocean Resort. The retreat focuses on cleansing the body of toxins and rejuvenating the mind and body. The shortest health restoration program, The 5 Day Re-Energizer, uses juice fasting as a tool to cleanse, boasting an average weight loss of between fi ve to seven pounds. It can also help with a range of ailments including sinus problems, headaches, muscle pain and even bad breath. And don’t let the name fool you, even though it is called a juice cleanse, there are semi-fasting days which incorporate fruit and vegetable smoothies and gourmet raw organic meals. The fi ve days also include daily steam baths, health lectures and healthy drink preparation workshops, two guided meditations, two yoga classes and one excursion.

Mountain Waters Retreatwww.mountainwatersretreats.caMountain Waters Retreat offers a unique combination of pristine

natural settings and proximity to world-class amenities,with the city of Nelson just a short walk away. There are a number of retreats to choose from at Mountain Waters, including a sustainable living retreat, numerous health and well-being retreat and a women’s retreat. The sustainable living retreat includes a course with Rob Avis of Verge Permaculture, who provides education on sustainability. The health and well-being retreats include yoga teacher training and a retreat targeting those over the age of 45.

Get away from it allLocal getaway spots to recuperate and rejuvenate

by Sarah Massah

Indulge in...Travel


GRANDVIEWCORNERS

S H O P P I N G D I S T R I C TS H O P P I N G D I S T R I C T

Featuring over 75 specialty retailers, food outlets and services.

Visit www.grandviewcorners.ca for store listings and links.

2 4 AV E N U E AT 1 6 0 S T R E E T , S U R R E Y , B . C .2 4 AV E N U E AT 1 6 0 S T R E E T , S U R R E Y , B . C .

I T’S ALL ABOUT THE LABEL

Benjamin Moore colours can only be made with Benjamin Moore paints

Together our paint and colourcreate a rich and smooth fi nishthat cannot be matched withother brands. For the authenticcolour and performance youwant, make sure the labelsays Benjamin Moore.

©2010 Benjamin Moore & Co., Limited. Benjamin Moore and the triangle “M” symbolare registered trademarks; and REGAL is a trademark of Benjamin Moore & Co., Limited

SOUTH DELTA PAINT& DESIGN

#131-4857 Elliott StreetLadner Harbour Centre, Ladner

604-946-1333

PENINSULA PAINT& DESIGN

14936 32nd AvenueSouth Surrey

604-538-1338

HILLCRESTPAINT & DESIGN

#106-2055 152nd StreetSouth Surrey

604-531-3811

benjaminmoore.caAuthentic Colour

#24 - 3033 King George Blvd. Surrey, B.C.604.536.6585

LeapsAndBoundsFitness.com

Good Health, Function & Fitness



A male relative, age 42, told me recently that he drinks a glass of red wine every day to keep his cholesterol down.

Because there are so many claims regarding the benefi ts of wine, I looked this up in a source I trust – a 2003 book by a Seattle writer named Gene Ford, called The Science of Healthy Drinking (published by the Wine Appreciation Guild of San Francisco).

“Daily drinking has been identifi ed in many studies thus far as a contributor to balancing cholesterol levels and, in doing so, to lessening atherosclerosis,” the author writes. Whoever advised my relative was not talking through his hat.

It is always controversial to maintain that drinking wine can actually be healthy. There are numerous religions and temperance advocates that forbid drinking, the implication being that it is inherently bad for you.

Over-consumption of any drink is bad for you – whether that is wine, beer, spirits or Coca-Cola. To quote from a paper written by a wine-tasting doctor I used to know: “…every remedy which has a potential for good can also, in excess, cause harm.” These beverages are benefi cial only when they are incorporated in a wholesome lifestyle that includes moderate drinking, a balanced diet, proper exercise and adequate rest.

The idea that wine, and red wine in particular, is healthy seized the popular mind in November 1991 when broadcaster Morley Safer discussed this during one of his widely-watched programs on the 60 Minutes television show. Among others, he interviewed Dr. Serge Renaud, a French doctor who had been researching the place of wine in a healthy diet for years. This became known as The French Paradox: the French have an abundance of fat in their diets but signifi cantly less cardiovascular disease than Americans. One of the explanations (but not the only one) is that the French consumed a lot more wine.

Renaud told Safer that it had been “well-documented” for years that “a moderate intake

J O H NSchreiner

A glass (or three) a day, keeps the doctor away...

stridespedorthics

#109-1656 Martin Drive, South SurreyPhone: 604.538.8276 Email: [email protected] website: www.strides.bc.ca

Healthy. Comfortable. Beautiful.

DESIGNER FASHIONSSPECIALIZING IN SIZES 14 - 24

MORGAN CROSSING 604-535-2024LANGLEY CROSSING 604-534-2375

Y E A R S251987

2012

FASH

ION ADDITION 14+

fashion memories in plus s

izes

SURREY | LANGLEY | VANCOUVER | KELOWNA | CALGARY | EDMONTON

ENTER TO WIN2 PCE SPANNER OUTFIT.

See in-store for details.

SURREY | LANGLEY | VANCOUVER | KELOWNA | CALGARY | EDMONTON



of alcohol prevents coronary heart disease by as much as 50 per cent.” When asked to defi ne moderate, the doctor said: “I mean a few glasses of wine per day.”

The quantity has been defi ned fl exibly. Some years ago, a Vancouver doctor, in a paper given at the Playhouse International Wine Festival, put the recommended daily intake at close to half a litre. That would be excessive on its own but, in combination with meals, it is merely generous.

The Gene Ford book, which is replete with citations of peer-reviewed research, argues that wine benefi ts more than cardiovascular health. “Two to three drinks a day reduce cancer rates,” he wrote. “Alcohol may delay Alzheimer’s onset up to three years … An 8o per cent decrease is found in the rate of dementia.”

Wine and diabetes: “There is less diabetes incidence among moderate drinkers.”

Wine and gallstones: “Moderate drinking protects against … gallstones.”

Wine and osteoporosis: “Higher bone density is found among … consumers of twelve drinks a week.” Drinking can even reduce stress - not that we need studies to prove that.

One of the most surprising chapters maintains that moderate drinkers are at a far lower risk of getting the common cold. “Consumers of two to three drinks daily had an eighty-fi ve per cent greater resistance,” he wrote. Why? It seems that only a handful of research studies had been done.

I would think that the antiseptic effect of the alcohol might have something to do with killing cold viruses in much the same way that it counters the bacteria that causes many stomach ulcers.

Wine is not a panacea for all that ails us, nor benefi cial in excess. But since people have been drinking fermented beverages at least for 10,000 years, it is hardly a “poison” as the anti-drink lobby characterizes it.

I am with the British scholar, Henry Aldridge, who wrote in the 17th Century that there are fi ve reasons to drink: “Good wine, a friend, or being dry … or lest we should be by and by … or any other reason why.”

HIDE THEMFROM THE KIDS

PENINSULA VILLAGE 240, 15355 - 24TH AVENUE

SOUTH SURREY 604.531.6777

www.bernardcallebaut.com

Indoor Wicker/Rattan Furniture - Living Room,

Dining Room, & Bedroom.

Room Accents, Giftware, Silk Plants, Trees,

Lamps, Glassware and so much more.

Outdoor Patio Furniture Resin All Weather/ Aluminum Frame &

Polywood Collections.

Umbrellas, Fire Pits, Furniture Covers

& Cushions.

iiAll new 2012

Outdoor Furniture on display now in our beautiful

showroom

Bring in this ad and receive a

$50 Gift CardFREE!


1637 - 128th Street , Ocean Park 604-542-9600www.romancingthehome.ca OPEN 7 days a weekw

Spring 2012 Collection “Daydream” Now Available!

NUMBER 1 DESTINATION

for Sid Dickens Memory Blocksin White Rock

and Surrey!

778.808.7725

• Interior Design• Space Planning• Colour Consultation• Draperies & Window Coverings• Lighting & Furniture Consultation

Refresh.. .Renew.. .Revive your space.. .

m a r s h a l l d e s i g n . c a

Marshall Design, your interior design and interior deco-rating specialist in Langley and the Fraser Valley, can help you clarify your vision and discover what is possible for you in your space.

Redoing your space is fun and exciting whether it is a tiny refreshing change like paint or a new piece of furniture or a major overhaul or renewal like a kitchen or bathroom renovation.

marshallDesign


Think smart. Think energy smart.Think LED smart. Design Lighting carries a large variety of LED products including landscape, decorative interior and exterior, under cabinet, pot lights, light bulbs and more. What is LED? Light Emitting Diodes. A diode

allows current to flow through it only in one direction. LEDs emit a highly directional light across a narrow frequency range, setting them apart from a standard light bulb which emits the light at all angles. This makes the LED much more efficient and gives it an exact color output. What are the advantages of LED? LEDs consume very little power, 75% less than an incandescent and 50% less than CFLs. They also focus the light, making them much more efficient than a regular bulb. LEDs also have an incredibly long lifetime of 50,000+ hours versus the typical 2,000 hours we get out of a standard light bulb.

# 10

0 54

99 -

192

Stre

et

Surr

ey, B

C V

3S 8

E5

P: 6

04-5

76-8

733

f: 60

4-57

6-87

32

ww

w.de

sign

light

ing.

ca

LEDs do not produce any UV light which can damage photography and artwork, while traditional lighting can. At Design Lighting we carefully choose only the best LEDs, as there are many low quality LEDs currently in the market. We choose LEDs from reputable suppliers and also test the LEDs ourselves to make sure they are of good quality. LEDs can be used in almost every area of your home. Any area where an incandescent or a halogen bulb is used there is an LED solution. Many customers find changing standard halogen under cabinet light bulbs can be expensive and challenging, but with LED this is no longer a problem. At Design Lighting “service is key.” We are passionate about lighting and have a well informed sales staff here to serve you better. We believe that LED lighting is an integral part of lighting the future. So stop in at our showroom and enjoy a gourmet VanHoutte coffee on us and let us show you our latest in LED products.

Design Lighting Showroom

ADVERTORIAL

See It. Smell It. Live It.

SPRING

PLANTLANDNURSERY & GARDEN CENTRE

4391 King George Hwy., Surrey604.596.9201www.artknappsurrey.comOpen 7 days a week

SHOWROOM

VISIT OUR

H OT T U B S • C R O C S • 1 8 H O L E M I N I G O L F • H O M E D É C O RH OT T U B S • C R O C S • 1 8 H O L E M I N I G O L F • H O M E D É C O RG I F T S • J E W E L L E RY • M O D E L T R A I N S • T R A I N R I D E SG I F T S • J E W E L L E RY • M O D E L T R A I N S • T R A I N R I D E S

Surrey

-More than just a garden store --More than just a garden store -

Documents

March 2012 Indulge