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Since 1994, this magnificent place has been home to a guy who loves all the outdoor opportunities so abundant here. I grew up just a little west of Mesa County in the Colorado Plateau country of eastern Utah hiking, camping, fly fishing working on farms for my own spending money and living in a community that was grateful for the freedoms we enjoy every day in this land of liberty. Recently some of Mesa County’s own gained a much deeper appreciation for our nation and their own liberties as they traveled to eastern Europe. More about that in this month’s article on the GJHS/CMU collaborative program for educational travel. When I think of this month’s theme, thankful, I’m reminded of Thanksgiving feasts with large family gatherings (sometimes there were four turkeys prepared). My mom’s brothers are all amazing cooks and they often had other fare that was tradition for our family, but not necessarily common for Thanksgiving. I hope our readers have a November filled with thoughts of patriotism, gratitude for their freedoms, desires to see those liberties safeguarded and efforts to assure that all are afforded the same privileges. I’m especially grateful for the great people I get to come in contact with throughout the year as we bring community connection and quality offerings to our friends and neighbors right here in Mesa County.

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Mosaic in Western Colorado, a nonprofit based in Grand Junction, provides a variety of supports to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)–from Day Services, Mental, Behavioral Health, and Autism Services to 24/7 housing and hourly in-home Supported Living. One of its most popular and growing full-time support service lines is Mosaic at Home. Through this service, the person with IDD shares a home with a Mosaic independent contractor (IC) who helps the person be an active member of the household and the greater community. To meet the desire of many people with IDD wanting more personalized services in a smaller setting, Mosaic is actively expanding its Mosaic at Home service–which it has offered for more than 30 years in some markets–in Colorado and in many places across the nonprofit’s 13-state network. According to Kelly Britton, Mosaic in Western Colorado’s Executive Director, “We’re in a wonderful position to offer people fulfilling and gratifying independent contractor work with Mosaic at Home. It gives them a great deal of control and flexibility over their schedules, it offers competitive pay, and it fits well with their lifestyles. Many of our ICs have said the work is life-changing.” CONTINUED > NOVEMB ER 2 0 2 2 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C OM/GRA N DJ UN C T I O N

“I can’t imagine my life without Steve. He’s an integral part of who I am. He’s taught me to be kinder, more accepting, and more aware that everyone deserves to have love and kindness and be treated well. It is my privilege to serve Steve, and we are truly blessed to have him in our lives.” — Tif f inie Storm

One of Mosaic’s longtime independent contractors in the Grand Junction area is Tiffinie Storm, who has been a Mosaic at Home provider for almost three decades. The person she “supports,” as Mosaic calls it, is Steven Browning. “He came to us in June 1995 to join our family, and he’s been with us ever since,” Storm said. The opportunity to become a Mosaic at Home independent contractor came at a time for a change of lifestyle for Storm. "At the time when Mosaic in Western Colorado was starting its Mosaic at Home program here, coincidentally it was the same time I wanted to stay home to raise my then one-year-old daughter, Shyanne. So when I was offered the position, my husband and I thought about it long and hard, then we decided 'let’s do this." After Mosaic in Western Colorado conducted its due diligence to ensure Storm and her husband were a good fit for the work, it then matched Browning to two possible independent contractors, including the Storms, for him to choose. “Matching the individual supported to the best contractor for their needs and wants is a key component of the process,” said Britton. “After a few spaghetti dinners and many movies at our home, Steve chose us,” laughed Storm. “I was extremely glad about that, because I fell in love with him after the first five seconds he walked in our door.'" Browning has lived with Storm and her family for half of his life. She said her family, both immediate and extended, “opened

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their arms when meeting Steve for the first time–as if he had been part of our family all along. “Steve has had a profound effect on my family and extended family–they love him as a brother. Because Steve has always been here when both my daughter and my son Logan grew up, they are more loving toward those with disabilities and all diverse people, and my grandchildren love him so much, they call him ‘Uncle Steve.’” Upon being asked why she loves Browning, Storm fought back tears as she responded. “Steven is the kindest, most loving person I’ve ever met. He’s kind to everyone, and he loves unconditionally. I’m his biggest fan, and he’s my greatest friend.” When she finished talking–yet still crying–Browning, who was at her side, lovingly kissed her on the shoulder as if to give back support and comfort. “If you want your heart expanded a million times over, you should seriously consider becoming a Mosaic at Home independent contractor,” said Storm. “I can’t imagine my life without Steve. He’s an integral part of who I am. He’s taught me to be kinder, more accepting, and more aware that everyone deserves to have love and kindness and be treated well. It is my privilege to serve Steve, and we are truly blessed to have him in our lives.” If you’re interested in Mosaic at Home either as an independent contractor or as a service for someone with IDD, please contact Kelly Britton via email at Kelly. Britton@Mosaicinfo.org or by phone, 970.245.0519, ext. 40015.

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You may recognize Willy Tuz from a variety of places. Our past articles, his ads, at local events, and even his television appearances. This last month Willy was back at it on The Food Network for the second time competing against eight other teams for a chance to win the 12th season of Halloween Wars. Willy reports that this was an amazing experience. At first, he was worried because he (and all the other competitors) get assigned a team and they have to get right to work with strangers. But by the end of the experience, his team had become family to him. He appreciated how they worked together and really pushed themselves to do their best work. "It is also a challenge to convince the judges that we have included all the criteria for each stage," Willy said. He also said that he enjoys doing these shows and hopes to continue doing them and even have his own show someday. Even though he enjoys appearing on the Food Network, Willy's passion is centered around two things, seeing the smile his work brings to his customers, and helping people find joy in art. Willy can be found all over our valley doing those very things in so many different ways, and we are lucky to have him in our community. If you want to see Willy's food/ice carving talents firsthand, stop by Willy's Wild Carvings in the Mesa Mall food court or go to his website at www.coloradofruitdesigns.com.

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I have lived in several places. Each possesses its own unique beauty and personality. Northern Utah, with its snowy picturesque winters. Montana, with its wildlife and early spring greenery. Canada, with its fall colors and images of people ice skating on local ponds. New Mexico, with its beautiful southwest deserts. These places were certainly unforgettable, but with all those compliments, the Western Slope of Colorado possesses a little of each of those places and then a little bit more. While I haven't seen people ice skating on ponds, the fall leaves on the Mesa are incredible. Picturesque winters shine against the beauty of the desert and the forest. Beautiful wildlife that we get to see frequently here in addition to the vibrant sunsets we often have. This list could go on and on. The Western Slope is truly a special place to live and I look forward to many more years here in this beautiful corner of the world. CONTINUED >

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“I have lived in several places. Each possesses its own unique beauty and personality... the Western Slope of Colorado possesses a little of each of those places and then a little bit more.”

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thankful for home through cultural education EDUCATIONAL TRAVEL - A CMU/GJHS CULTURAL EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP June 21 to July 2, 2022 students, parents and staff from CMU, GJHS and other local schools embarked on an educational adventure lasting 12 days, taking in 10 key sites across seven cities and six countries. 40 travelers got a first-hand look into life in Eastern Europe that they won’t soon forget. A few of the faculty, students and parents offered these comments about the experience: Dr. Justin Whiteford, PhD of GJHS said,“In education, there are a few opportunities that go way beyond the textbook. [after returning home] Students had a unique and rather touching chance to ask questions and interact with Ukrainian refugees online that we met in Poland. The experience was powerful and a real eye-opener for the students to understand the Ukraine/Russia war from a primary source.” Dr. Holly Oberle, Assistant Professor of international politics at CMU completed both her MA and Ph.D. in Germany. She also felt that her experiences working with Afghan refugees to achieve an education in Bangladesh, gave her a unique perspective to share with the other members of this trip as they visited Krakow, Poland and talked with Ukrainian refugees currently displaced by the conflict between Russia and Ukraine.

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When asked about what she enjoyed the most, she commented that it was wonderful to reconnect with some of her friends and academic associates while visiting familiar places with these students. She mentioned going to lunch on a bit of an informal stroll into one of the Hungarian marketplaces. She also remarked that the areas visited on this trip abound with natural beauty. Her studies of US foreign policy during the Cold War, European Union and NATO policies also lent a unique perspective to the conversations she had with students and parents alike in light of the current conflict in Ukraine. Her insight was very engaging and when asked about her impressions of these places she described the experience as much more impactful than a previous visit to Auschwitz. CONTINUED >

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This trip was never intended to be a relief mission but several of the students and parents have maintained contact with some of the refugees they met and have chosen to provide aid where they can after seeing the circumstances these refugees are facing. GHHS Senior, Logan J. shared some of his first impressions of Austria upon arriving there. His first trip to Europe was filled with surprises like lost luggage, the lack of graffiti, fast food being much different from home and amazing art, architecture and narrow roads. He even marveled at seeing Maria Teresa’s palace in Vienna. Regarding their time in Poland, Logan talked about two girls who had only been out of Ukraine for a few days. Those girls had previously visited the US and traveled through Grand Junction, Colorado. Recently, their parents had told them to flee form home to escape the conflict in Ukraine. They were applying for asylum in Canada. Pretty amazing how a “small world” connection can happen half a world away. He also said the impact, the somber nature of the WWII concentration camp ruins was a terrible reminder of the scope of human treatment of each other. From the kindness and generosity of the Polish people towards present-day refugees to the atrocities committed against those who were concentration camp victims, it was very eye-opening and left deep feelings of gratitude for the safety we normally enjoy at home in the US.

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Dr. Justin Whiteford of GJHS noted that the group met with dozens of Ukrainian refugees while in Krakow, Poland less than 100 miles from the Ukraine border. These two nations didn’t get along during the Cold War/ Soviet era, but remarkably, many Polish families have welcomed strangers into their homes to give shelter and aid to those forced from their homes; some of whose homes have been destroyed. He also remarked that many of these resilient people only stay in Poland long enough for a good meal and some sleep and then they go back to defend their homes and to help others get out. “We don’t stop until all our loved ones are safe.” Stated one of these hardy Ukrainians. GJHS teacher Megan Read said this about the trip: “One of the most poignant aspects of the trip for our students was giving them the opportunity to hear the harrowing stories of conflict and survival from Ukranians seeking refuge in Poland. We were visiting Krakow, which has its own brutal history of forceful occupation from the Nazis, so the students were able to synthesize the history of the city with the current events occuring in Ukraine while talking to the refugees. A mere day later, we traveled to Auschwitz, one of the infamous Nazi death camps, and students’ eyes were opened to the harsh realities of genocide, war, and the detrimental effects of a society turning a blind eye to injustice.”

Jane P. (a Palisade High School Junior who joined the group) and her mother also shared some of their thoughts about their experience. We began by talking about their impressions of the concentration camps, simply to cover the “heavy” stuff first, as Jane described it. Much like the others, they said it was a tremendously somber part of the trip and left them grateful to have the liberties and protections we do here in the US. One part of the concentration camps, Birkenau, was so stark because of thousands of shoes, eyeglasses and suitcases left by those who didn’t survive. As a result of cover-up efforts by Hitler’s forces at the end of the war, much of Auschwitz was destroyed but Birkenau was more intact and had rooms full of the belongings left behind by the victims. The refugees they met communicated mostly through a translator. They met one remarkable, tiny lady named Giulia who was still very concerned about others and would pray for them even when she was greatly in need herself. The Polish officials in one city even left an eightstory office building to work from home to provide more housing for those displaced by the current war. CONTINUED >

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Jane had been overseas a few times previously with her mom but several cities were new to both of them. On a much more positive note, the culture, the art and architecture, and especially for Jane and her mom the music, were some of the best evidences of the best things humanity can produce. In Hungary particularly, the musical performances available were so abundant and when asked what was the most fun, they both said the remarkable food was very enjoyable and their opportunity to attend a performance of Carmen. They also had the experience of attending an organ recital at St. Peter’s Basilica and mentioned that some of the audience was very moved emotionally by the music there. Parents, Kimmy and Katie Kleager said this after watching Justin Whiteford’s presentation to families of the students who made this trip: “Jimmy and I were blown away by the incredible and touching interactional experience the students were able to be a part of. We watched the video and had tears on many occasions. We discussed with Jed and he too was highly impacted by [the two young ladies shown] in their humanitarian efforts, driven by their faith. It was such a blessing to discuss with Jed how these women are using their faith to fulfill a greater purpose in life. Jed does not talk a lot about school but when things impact him, he opens up!! This was one of them. We appreciate you bringing the world to the students!” The group traveled with EF Tours, the largest educational travel program in the country, to make this unique opportunity possible and to gain access to Ukraine refugee sites in Poland. Even more, Justin Woollacott, the regional director for EF Tours, was able to help Dr. Oberle secure a last-minute flight and accommodations to join the GJHS students on this once-ina-lifetime journey.

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This is a recipe adapted from Joy of Cooking. The creativity is in the choice of fruit. For this recipe, we will use fresh peaches and cherries. This is a decorative element but also adds great flavor. You can choose any fruit you like. You’ll want enough fruit to cover the bottom (which will then be the top) of the cake. For the cake batter, bring all ingredients to room temperature. You’ll want to set them out first, so they will be ready later. Start by preparing the fruit. Remove the skin from four peaches. Then, cut into thin wedges from top to bottom, leaving the pit. Halve and pit two cups of cherries. In separate bowls, mix the fruit with fresh squeezed lime juice and sugar. You want enough to thinly cover the fruit, but play with the ratio to find your mix of sweet & sour. Put the bowls of fruit into the refrigerator to chill. This will deepen the flavor and keep the fruit from browning. Preheat oven to 350° F. Using a round 9-inch, 2-inch deep, cake pan, place 6 tablespoons of melted unsalted butter in the cake pan and swirl it around to coat the sides. Sprinkle 1 cup dark brown sugar evenly over the bottom of the pan. When cooked, this will make a beautifully caramelized topping for the cake. Arrange the peaches and cherries in the pan over the brown sugar and butter. Use whatever design you like! Flowers with peach petals and cherry centers is a good starting point. CONTINUED >

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Time to make the batter! Remember to check that your ingredients are at room temperature. In a bowl, whisk together with a cookie fork: eggs, 2 tablespoons buttermilk, and vanilla. In another large bowl mix well with a cookie fork: flour, white sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add unsalted butter, melted, and 6 tablespoons buttermilk. Using your cookie fork, mix vigorously until the batter is stiff. No more than 2 minutes. Add in one-third of the egg mixture at a time, mixing for 20 seconds and scraping the bowl after each addition. This is a workout. You’ll enjoy the cake for it. Using a rubber spatula, cover the fruit in the pan with all of the batter and spread evenly. Bake for 35-40 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean. Remove the cake from the oven and tilt it in all directions to detach it from the sides of the pan. Let it cool for 2 to 3 minutes. The moment of truth! Put a platter or plate upside down on top of the pan. Wearing oven mitts or using potholders, turn the cake onto the platter by flipping it over! If any fruit is left in the pan or is out of place, use a regular fork to gently put them back in place. Serve warm or cool. I like it cold with champagne or warm with a nice espresso. Double the recipe and give one cake to a friend; save one for you!

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