Lifestyle GAINEY RANCH
NOVEMBER | DECEMBER 2020
Sleep Smarter, Live Larger
Cover featured listing by Bobby Romero! 7475 E Gainey Ranch Rd 6 Under contact in only 4 days! Offered at $1,700,000
Island Hopping Center of the Home
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EVENT CALENDAR NOVEMBER | DECEMBR 2020
Fall Colors Tour on Verde Canyon Railroad Clarkdale| Nov. 1-27 VerdeCanyonrr.com Catch the last of the Autumn colors set against the Red Rocks of Sedona and the Verde River as you chug along this scenic track. Mild temperatures bring out active wildlife that passengers can spot through panoramic windows or open-air viewing cars.
America’s Largest Virtual Turkey Trot Online | Nov. 1-Dec. 12 TheVirtualRunChallenge.com This annual event celebrates healthy fun, encouraging participants to complete a 5k Turkey Trot while offering maximum flexibility: the race can be completed at any location and within your own timeframe. Registered runners will receive race swag and a finisher medal. Additionally, The Biggest Flock award will be presented to the largest team. Connect with other runners on the event Facebook page @americaslargestturkeytrot.
Downtown Phoenix Farmers Market Phoenix | Saturdays Nov. through Dec. 18 ShopTheFarmersMarket.org This popular attraction brings together more than 100 local farmers, food producers and artisans that have prepared fresh produce, baked goods and more. Enjoy our beautiful desert winter weather and support small businesses as you fill your bags with goodies for you, your pet and your home.
Watercolor Online Workshop Virtual | Nov. 21-22 SedonaArtsCenter.org All skill levels are welcome to join this 2-day online workshop presented by the Sedona Arts Center. Students will learn from professional artist Karen Elaine. Different styles, methods and materials will be explored as the group learns skills such as creating color swatches, glazing and color lifting.
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hink dream kitchen and what comes to mind? Maybe it’s shiny new appliances, more cabinet space, or a new soothing modern color. But for many, a large kitchen island tops the must-have list. What was once considered a small prep area for serious chefs has now gone mainstream. Perfect for everything from late-night homework sessions to Super Bowl snack spreads, today’s kitchen island truly is the hub of the home. Those who have a kitchen island know that it’s truly indispensable for family living. And most likely they’ll never buy another home without one! First and foremost, the kitchen island gives you extra counter space for cooking and baking. It is a kitchen, after all. But it can also provide additional storage space for dishes, linens, cookbooks, school supplies, and anything else you can think of that finds its way into today’s kitchen. After all, the island is also the perfect spot for doing school assignments, working at home, and completing numerous other projects. And when it comes to entertaining, the kitchen island makes a great area to serve meals and snacks buffet style. If you’re looking to gather with family or friends, the kitchen island with bar-style seating simply can’t be beat. But what are your options if you don’t have a kitchen island in your home? If redesigning your current kitchen layout isn’t in the budget, you can create an island with something you already own, such as a vintage country table placed in the center of the room. Not only is this functional but it’s unique and will give your space that one-of-a-kind farmhouse look. Don’t have the perfect chippy antique table or cool old desk on hand? Search for kitchen islands online and you’ll find some with wheels that can be moved around the kitchen as needed, and others that look like built-ins with architectural moldings and marble tops making them as attractive as they are versatile. While many kitchen islands are big, smaller workstations can provide just the extra space a kitchen needs. Add a few baskets and there is plenty of storage space below. Islands can also provide a fun place for a pop of color to break up the aesthetic of a monochromatic kitchen. Blues, greens, and creams are all popular island cabinetry hues for the years ahead. The only downside to a kitchen island that we can think of? Keeping it clutter free!
Virtual Star Party Stargazing Online | Dec. 5 TucsonAstronomy.org Explore the regions of space from the comfort of your living room! Steaming live on Facebook (@TucsonAstonomy), members of TAAA using telescopes and image-capturing software will lead roughly an hour and half star tour for viewers. If you can’t make the live stream, you can view the recorded version at your leisure.
REAL ESTATE
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your arms and legs. Reduced sleep can also contribute to irritability, depression and the inability to recognize emotional cues from others, which can cause professional and personal relationship conflict. Sleep also plays a major role in both short-term and long-term health. Your immune system is able to function better when you’re consistently getting the recommended 7 to 9 hours of rest every night. In fact, regular sleep deprivation actually changes the way your immune cells function. Similarly, poor sleep causes irregularities in the hormones that control appetite, blood sugar levels and heart health.
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you’re used to rushing through your days with the power of coffee and determination, not even realizing how your sleep habits influence your everyday mood, productivity and wellness. If you’ve been viewing a good night’s sleep as a luxury you can’t afford, take a closer look at the vital role it plays in every aspect of health and happiness. In a normal sleep pattern, your body cycles through five different stages that can be simplified to light, deep or REM sleep. Light sleep usually occurs as you fall asleep and your body starts to relax. In deep sleep, important physical and mental recovery take place. REM sleep is when your brainwaves are more active as they prepare to wake up. Your body will typically repeat these stages every 90 minutes throughout the night.
So, what can you do to help yourself get a restful night’s sleep? Simple lifestyle changes can have a big impact on sleep patterns. Giving up alcohol or caffeine altogether may help your body readjust to a natural sleep rhythm. Additionally, establishing a consistent bedtime and arising time helps reset your internal clock. Give yourself a sleep-conducive environment that is dark, quiet and a comfortable temperature. If you’re able to, leave your windows uncovered so natural sunlight can come through and stimulate you in the morning. As with any new routine, give yourself time to adjust and build new healthy habits. Give yourself permission to prioritize sleep, knowing it will help you be more present and positive in all aspects of your day-to-day life. Sweet dreams!
IN GOOD TASTE
Your emotions and cognitive function take a big hit when your sleep pattern is disrupted. If you’re finding yourself extra forgetful or clumsy, it might mean you didn’t have a restorative slumber the night before. This causes your brain to function less efficiently, whether its processing new information, recalling a stored memory or sending signals to
SLOW COOKER LASAGNA INGREDIENTS 12
Dry lasagna noodles
1 bag
Frozen chopped spinach
½ tsp
Ground black pepper
1 container
Ricotta cheese
¼ cup
Parmesan cheese
1 jar
Marinara sauce
2 cups
Shredded mozzarella
2
Large eggs, beaten
¾ cup
Water
DIRECTIONS Combine marinara sauce and water in medium bowl. Combine ricotta cheese, 1 ½ cups mozzarella cheese, spinach, eggs, parmesan cheese and pepper in a separate medium bowl. Pour one-quarter of sauce mixture onto bottom of 6-quart slow cooker sprayed with nonstick cooking spray. Top with 4 lasagna noodles, broken to fit and overlapping as needed. Spread one-third of cheese mixture over noodles. Repeat layers of sauce, noodles and cheese mixture 2 more times. Top with remaining sauce and remaining ½ cup mozzarella cheese. Cover; cook on low for 3 to 4 hours or until noodles are tender. Turn slow cooker off. Keep covered; let sit for 30 minutes.
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B o b b y R o m e ro . c o m | B o b b y R o m e ro @ m a c . c o m
Bobby Romero Real Estate Advisor Since 2007
Bobby Romero Gainey Ranch Featured Listing
480.773.3937 Direct 480.315.1240 Office
“Gainey Ranch holds a special place in my heart. I spent 10 years working as a Golf Professional at Gainey Ranch Golf Club. The community is as beautiful today as it was when I first arrived in Scottsdale back in the early 90’s. Gainey’s amenities, location and beautiful landscaping makes you feel like you are always on vacation… Because you are”.
IT’S A GREAT TIME TO CONSIDER REFINANCING!
UNDER CONTRACT IN 4 DAYS!
7475 E GAINEY RANCH RD 6 | 4 BED | 4 BATH | 6,197 SQFT | $1,700,000 ADDRESS ACTIVE
7710 E GAINEY RANCH RD 112 7272 E GAINEY RANCH RD 102 7272 E GAINEY RANCH RD 85 7700 E GAINEY RANCH RD 222 7400 E GAINEY CLUB DR 206 7760 E GAINEY RANCH RD 1 7222 E GAINEY RANCH RD 208 8989 N GAINEY CENTER DR 237 8989 N GAINEY CENTER DR 118 8989 N GAINEY CENTER DR 146 7760 E GAINEY RANCH RD 32 7525 E GAINEY RANCH RD 105 8989 N GAINEY CENTER DR 114 7878 E GAINEY RANCH RD 57 10040 N 78TH PL 7475 E GAINEY RANCH RD 18
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7700 E GAINEY RANCH RD 115 7272 E GAINEY RANCH RD 71 7400 E GAINEY CLUB DR 108 7525 E GAINEY RANCH RD 182 10020 N 78TH PL 7878 E GAINEY RANCH RD 22 7475 E GAINEY RANCH RD 6
BED
BATH
SQFT
PRICE
PRICE/SQFT
DOM
2 2 2 2 2 3 2 2 3 3 3 3 2 3 4 4
2 2 1.75 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 2.5 3 2.5 4.5 4.5
954 1,415 1,290 1,392 1,869 1,891 1,695 1,970 2,047 2,048 2,112 2,437 2,282 3,382 3,459 5,016
$379,000 $496,000 $499,900 $520,000 $575,000 $679,999 $695,000 $699,500 $725,000 $729,000 $835,000 $895,000 $1,125,000 $1,239,000 $1,395,000 $1,995,000
$397 $351 $388 $374 $308 $360 $410 $355 $354 $356 $395 $367 $493 $366 $403 $398
36 5 27 152 75 150 43 53 94 17 101 36 93 1 336 26
2 2 2 3 4 2 4
2 2.5 2 3 4 2.5 4
1,392 1,603 1,792 2,407 3,568 3,083 6,197
$430,000 $550,000 $669,000 $898,100 $1,050,000 $1,250,000 $1,700,000
$309 $343 $373 $373 $294 $405 $274
190 113 64 93 19 67 4
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Scottsdale Spectrum Branch
Vice President/ Branch Manager
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Scottsdale, AZ 85253
480-675-4995
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