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DECEMBER 2019 PUBLISHER

Richard Meyer | richard.meyer@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

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Season of Celebration I LOOK FORWARD TO DECEMBER ALL YEAR LONG. Christmas was always

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magical at my house, and we knew it was really Christmas when Grandma arrived

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with gifts and treats and a special box of chocolate cherries for each of the kids. Now

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that I have a family of my own, I try to create that same magic, a feeling of family, the spirit of giving and the fun traditions that made it special. The festivities of the season—parties, concerts, events and activities—can add up, and sometimes it is hard to find a balance between celebrating and feeling over-

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whelmed. It takes some planning and prioritizing, but making time for family, friends and cherished traditions is what makes the holiday season “the most wonderful time of the year.” In this issue, we hope you find some inspiration in our gift-giving guide, a helpful tip from our article on limiting holiday stress and a fun activity or two for you and your family in our Lifestyle Calendar.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE DECEMBER 2019

FEATURES 14 A Recipe for Every Occasion Try a Festive New Recipe to Share with Friends and Family This Season

18 Five Reasons to Get Excited About Winter You Don’t Have to Look Hard, Travel Far or Break the Bank to Enjoy Winter

20 Gift-Giving Guide Choose a Thoughtful Gift from our Selection of Local Favorites from our Neighborhood Businesses

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34 Inspired by Success Meet the Owner of Sweet Zola’s

DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

Around Town

Culinary Creations

Water & Woods

26 Artist’s Palette 28 Financial Buzz 30 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Parting Thoughts

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GOOD TIMES

High Desert Harley-Davidson Bike Night Biker Rodeo Blesses Armed Forces On Aug. 15, the Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association organized a biker rodeo, hosted by High Desert Harley-Davidson. All proceeds went to Treasure Valley Blue Star Mothers of America. Blue Star Mothers collected donations to fill Christmas stockings and care packages for service men and women around the world. Blue Star Mothers of America is a nonpartisan, nonpolitical and nonsectarian organization.

Tut Tut, it Looks Like Rain: Collaboration Brings Good Fruit North Nampa is an area known as a “food desert.” There are no stores or markets offering fresh produce. The Good News Community Church has been running a food pantry in its parking lot. Now it has partnered with other entities and churches to construct a building that will provide greater selection and help the hungry with more regular hours.

1. Elder John A. McCune from Salt Lake City presented The Good News Church with a check for $100,000 on behalf of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. | 2. Partners include Lanco Inc. and Sunrise Homes, the Healthy Impact Nampa Coalition, the North Nampa Food Access subcommittee and the Idaho Food Bank. 8

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AROUND TOWN

ZENNIFY GRAND OPENING

CHAG URIM SAMEACH!

Zennify celebrated its Grand Opening with a

A community menorah lighting ceremony will take

ribbon-cutting and reception at their new Meridian

place on Saturday, Dec. 20, at 7:30 p.m. in the patio

location. Zennify has opened on the first floor of the

behind Big Al's at The Village at Meridian. Guest of

Paylocity building. The reception which followed

Honor Mayor Tammy de Weerd will give an address.

served food and was well-attended by people who

Come enjoy music, balloon-making, dreidels,

were all smiles. A quote from Zennify's founder,

Chanukah Gelt and refreshments including cotton

Nathan Mueller, decked the walls and prom-

candy. This event is free and open to the public.

ised good things to come.

THE WONDER OF CHRISTMAS

FIND JOY IN THE JOURNEY Meridian Meadows Transitional Care is having

On Saturday, Dec. 21, Valley Shepherd Church of

its grand opening on Dec. 5. The ribbon-cutting will

the Nazarene in Meridian will host a concert in cel-

begin at 4:30 p.m., and the open house will be from

ebration of the Savior featuring Liberty Ministry's

5-7 p.m. This is a family-friendly event open to the

Liberty Quartet. Admission is free, but love dona-

public. It is a new skilled nursing and rehab facility

tions will be taken. Valley Church of the Nazarene

across the street from St. Luke’s Meridian at 2656

is located at 150 W. Maestra St., Meridian.

E. Magic View Drive.

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CULINARY CREATIONS

A RECIPE FOR EVERY OCCASION TRY A FESTIVE NEW RECIPE TO SHARE WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY THIS SEASON

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ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY RACHEL BENNETT

SPARKLING CRANBERRY COCK TAIL

CRANBERRY AND TOASTED PECAN CHEESEBALL

INGREDIENTS

+ Cranberry Juice + Champagne + Frozen cranberries + Lime wedges INSTRUCTIONS At the bottom of each glass, put 3-5 frozen cranberries (adds festive decoration and helps to keep the drink cool!). Squeeze in a wedge of lime, leaving wedge. Fill 1/3 of the glass with cranberry juice. Top off with champagne or tonic water.

RUSTIC CARAMEL APPLE TARTLETS + Refrigerated pie crusts

INGREDIENTS + 8 ounces softened cream cheese + 1 cup white cheddar cheese + 1 cup chopped/toasted pecans (divided) + 1 cup chopped dried cranberries (divided) + 2 tablespoons garlic powder + Salt and pepper to taste INSTRUCTIONS Mix cream cheese, cheddar, divided pecans, dried cranberries and chives. Mix in garlic powder, salt and pepper.

+ 6 apples, peeled, cored and chopped into thicker slices + 1/2 cup light brown sugar + 1/2 cup white sugar + 1 tablespoon cinnamon + 1 tablespoon nutmeg + 1/2 teaspoon salt + 1 tablespoon lemon juice + 1 teaspoon vanilla + 4 tablespoons heavy whipping cream + 4 tablespoons butter INSTRUCTIONS

Place mixture on a sheet of wax

Place apples in a bowl; sprinkle with

paper; roll into a ball. Place in refrigera-

lemon juice. Add sugars and spices; mix.

tor until ready to serve. Remove and let it

Add vanilla and whipping cream; mix.

rest until room temperature. Take remain-

In a deep pan, melt butter. Add apple mixture

ing pecans, dried cranberries and chives

and cook on medium for 8-10 minutes until the

and spread on a flat surface. Roll cheese-

syrup thickens. Remove from the heat to cool.

ball in the mixture until the evenly coated. Serve with crackers and vegetables.

Cut each pie crust one into quarters. Fold the corners in, creating circles. Spoon apples into the center (no sauce). Fold edges up over the filling. Spoon caramel sauce onto apples. Cook for 30 minutes and spoon more syrup into centers when finished. December 2019 | Meridian Lifestyle

Join us as we set out on a journey to discover the authentic life of a Christ-follower through obedience to His Word, through loving one another in truth, and through serving and showing others what the abundant God-life looks like, up close and personal.

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WATER & WOODS

FIVE REASONS TO GET

excited about winter

Snow is like the landscape has donned its formal attire, which makes winter scenery spectacular.

ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY ROGER PHILLIPS

I UNDERSTAND WINTER CAN BE A TRYING TIME FOR SOME FOLKS IN THE TREASURE VALLEY. Sometimes it seems like we get the bad aspects (icy roads, inversions and cold temperatures) without many of the recreation opportunities that our friends in the mountains enjoy. At the same time, I look forward to winter and all that it brings, good and bad. It’s part of deal that comes with living in a four-season area. You only get three months of each season, so you want to enjoy the best of what each offers. Bald eagles spend winter along the Boise River, and they’re an unmistakable bird that turns us all into bird watchers.

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Ski resorts have a festive atmosphere that make every day on the slopes feel like a holiday.

Winter is no different than the other seasons; there are things we enjoy and others we could live without, and you don’t have to look hard, travel far or spend a bunch of money to find enjoyment during winter. Here are five of them: SNOW Snow is beautiful, and it’s as simple as that. I always marvel at how pristine and elegant the woods, meadows, rivers and mountains look with a fresh coat of snow, and the more it piles up, the more beautiful they look. It also astounds me how places that I know intimately can look new and foreign when there’s a foot or two of snow on the ground. Even if you hate the cold and have no interest in snow sports, head north during winter (wait for a clear, sunny day) and experience the beauty of nature swathed in snow. SKI RESORTS There’s usually something new to experience at Idaho’s ski resorts, and this year is no exception. Bogus Basin and Tamarack installed new lifts, and they’re expected to be ready by ski season. Tamarack has been bustling with development, and it will be cool to see how the resort transforms this winter. Sun Valley and Brundage will offer their usual winter fun. There’s something magical and festive about ski resorts, and they also have things to offer nonskiers. BALD EAGLES Truth be told, I’m not a big bird watcher, unless you consider duck hunting bird watching. But every winter, I catch myself staring at the bare cottonwood branches along the Boise River and waiting to see the tell-tale white head and tail feathers of a bald eagle. Sometimes I even spot them soaring above the river on my morning commute. Eagles winter in the Treasure Valley, and you can spot them anywhere along the Boise River, but they commonly roost in Southeast Boise in the Barber area. You can also–fittingly–spot them around Eagle Island and Lake Lowell, not to mention along the Snake and Payette rivers. FIRES Like most people, I love standing next to a fire on a chilly day, and I am not picky about what kind. It can be a campfire, fire pit, fireplace, wood stove or even a gas fireplace. I love to feel the intense heat washing over and soaking into me. Few things are better after spending a day in the cold outdoors than warming my bones in front of a fire. It’s a simple pleasure I look forward to during winter. BUNDLING UP Going outdoors is like a grudge match against Old Man Winter. He can’t keep me inside regardless of what frigid temperatures and blustery weather he sends. That’s because I have a closet full of clothes that are my armor against winter. I like putting on layers and braving the elements, and I get a giddy thrill when I am out in single-digit temperatures or blizzard conditions, and I am warm, dry

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and comfy. It’s like cheating, only socially acceptable and a lot of fun. December 2019 | Meridian Lifestyle

ARTICLE JULIE MEYER

G I F T G I V I N G G U I D E CHOOSE A THOUGHTFUL GIFT FROM OUR SELECTION OF LOCAL FAVORITES FROM OUR NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESSES

SELECTING THE PERFECT GIFT CAN BE ONE OF THE MOST REWARDING AND ALSO ONE OF THE MOST STRESSFUL THINGS ON THE HOLIDAY TO-DO LIST. Some are blessed with the natural talent of thoughtful gift-giving; some are not. As our list of recipients grows, so does the anxiety surrounding the age-old question, “What should I give?” The obvious answer to the dilemma usually equals cash, but that solution negates the adage, “It’s the thought that counts.” Putting some thought into our gifts is usually the best solution. Asking some of these questions may help. How do they like to relax? What do they like to do in their free time? Are they more practical, or do they like to indulge? Is there something you could give that would create an experience or allow you to spend time together? Talking about these ideas with your friends and loved ones is a great way to really score big without having them make a list. For our gift guide this year, we reached out to local businesses for suggestions and have collected some examples of items that will hopefully get your creative juices flowing. Gift-giving can be a great experience and a way to really show you care. Are you up to the challenge? Good luck and happy hunting! 20

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G I F T S

F O R

1. 1. Salsa Timberjack 20 Kids Bike, $449, Meridian Cycles, 1203 N. Main St., Meridian 2. Burton Women’s Snowboard, $500, Idaho Mountain Touring, 1739 W. Cherry Lane, Meridian 3. Salsa Cutthroat, $2,699-$5,799, Meridian Cycles, 1203 N. Main St., Meridian 2.

4. Traeger Pro 575 Grill, $799.99, Legacy Feed and Fuel, 3100 S. Meridian Road.

5. Stadium Seat, $25, Sportsman’s Warehouse, 3797 E. Fairview Ave., Meridian 6. Yukon Charlie’s Snowshoe Kit, $80, Sierra, 530 E. Sonata Lane, Meridian

4. 6.

Outdoors

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GIFT-GIVING GUIDE

(CON TI N U ED)

G I F T S

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F O R

Home

1. Hand-Painted Ceramic Christmas Ornaments, $16-18, Roost Gift and Home, 664 S. Rivershore Lane, #166, Eagle

2. Potted Amaryllis, $27, Amaryllis.com 3. Linen Bumble Bee Napkin, $14, Maison Blue, 50 N. Second St., Eagle 4. The Tymes Frasier Fir Candle, $30, Nest Holiday, The Village at Meridian 5. Eagan Stone Throw, $99, Bassett Furniture,1250 N. Eagle Road, Meridian 6. BK 2 1/2-Quart Dutch Oven, $100, Sur La Table, The Village at Meridian

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GIFT-GIVING GUIDE

(CON TI N U ED)

G I F T S

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F O R

Body and Soul

1. Hand Relief and Foot Relief Hydration Set, $53, Rain Salon and Spa, 1965 S. Eagle Road, #110, Meridian 2. Better Than Before, Mastering the Habits of Our Everyday Lives by Gretchen Rubin, $26, Rediscovered Bookshop, 180 N. Eighth St., Boise 3. Pompom Chenille Gloves with Touchscreen Asst. $24, Nest Holiday, The Village at Meridian 4. Bougie Slippers, $16, I Beni Boutique, 2845 E. Overland Road, #130, Meridian 5. Finnleo S810 Farinfared Sauna, $3699, Snake River Pool and Spa, 3036 N. Eagle Road, #100, Meridian 6. Seasonal Loose Tea by the ounce, $3.50-$7.50, Potters Tea House, 917 N. Main St., Meridian December 2019 | Meridian Lifestyle

ARTISTâ€™S PALETTE

WINTER \IN BLOOM BRIGHTEN UP YOUR AESTHETIC THIS SEASON WITH THIS BEAUTIFUL FLORAL ARRANGEMENT FROM KRISTEN CAISSIE, CREATIVE DIRECTOR AND FOUNDER OF MOON CANYON DESIGN CO.

PHOTOGRAPHY NICKI SEBASTIAN FOR JENNI KAYNE

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FORSYTHIA Named after William Forsyth, a Scottish botanist, Forsythia is an early spring flowering shrub often found in gardens and parks. Forsythia are well-known for their resilience and tenacity as much as the bright, cheery yellow of the branches’ blooms.

RANUNCULUS Also known as the buttercup, these spring bloomers are coveted for their delicate layers of petals, resembling ruffled tissue or crepe. In a wide range of vivid shades, ranunculus can bloom from late winter to early summer.

TWEEDIA This delicate perennial is coveted for its light fragrance and pale blue star-shaped petals. Found commonly in vines and trellises, tweedias are prime for an arrangement as they cut well and last long.

LADY SLIPPER Characterized by the slipper-shaped pouch (or labellum) that sits between the petals, these orchids range in color from white and yellow to a deep pink and purple. The lady slipper might take four to sixteen years to produce a bloom, but it’s worth the wait—in comparison to other, more temperamental orchids, this type can be considered fairly low-maintenance.

NARCISSUS Daffodils are instantly recognizable by their six petals surrounding a trumpet-like corona, most often in variances of white, yellow, or both. The ubiquity of the daffodil dates back to ancient times, both medicinally and botanically. They have been said to get their name because the image of languid daffodils along a stream evoke the image of Narcissus gazing into his reflection.

KRISTEN CAISSIE, CREATIVE DIRECTOR AND FOUNDER OF MOON CANYON DESIGN CO., created this beautiful flower arrangement as part of Jenni Kayne’s floral encyclopedia. This lush arrangement is comprised of early spring blooms arranged in a ceramic vase. The wabi-sabi aesthetic of the handmade vessel adds to the arrangement’s playful proportions. Earthy yellows, rich greens, and a touch of blue tell a color story that’s unexpected, yet warm and welcoming. Perfectly undone early spring blooms (Kristen’s favorite to design with) emphasize the meeting place of winter and spring.

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FINANCIAL BUZZ

Plan Early. List everything you need

MAKE A PACT TO REDUCE STRESS THIS YEAR BY FOLLOWING THESE FIVE TIPS

to do during the holiday season, to which parties you’ll be invited and how much money you’ll spend.

Cross off the least important, least necessary and least desirable events and tasks. Then review the list, and if you haven’t reached your predetermined reduction, go through it again. Once you’ve decided what items are important, plan how you’ll say “no” to all the others so you’re not caught off guard.

Ease Stress And Keep the ‘Happy’ in Your Holidays!

Ask for help. Enlist your family and divvy up tasks. Don’t expect per-

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holiday treats in moderation. Highfat and sugary foods and the lack of healthy meals can lead to tiredness

fection from yourself or your family.

and stress. Keep goodies stored in the freezer

Remember, you probably don’t notice

where they’ll be less of a temptation. Keep

or mind the imperfections in others’ holiday

healthy snacks such as raw vegetables and

gatherings. They are just as unlikely to notice

nuts on-hand. Get plenty of exercise such as

any in yours.

a brisk walk in the fresh air, and set aside time for relaxation, like a long bubble bath.

There is no place like home. Allow children to spend the day they open their gifts at home. It’s hardly fair and often stressful for children to leave

their gifts behind that they’ve waited so

ARTICLE KIMBERLY BLAKER

Keep healthy and energized. Enjoy

Simplify

gift-giving.

Decide

with

whom it’s necessary or important to exchange gifts. Talk to extended family, friends, co-workers and others

about forgoing the gift exchange. You’ll likely learn they feel the same as you do.

patiently to open. Plan family get-togethers

Hard-to-shop-for recipients will appre-

either on Christmas Eve or the weekends

ciate something practical. Certificates to

before or after the holiday.

restaurants, shops, activities or events make great gifts.

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Nicely done, beef. You deck the halls with savory smells.

1 WINTER LIGHTS PARADE AND TREE LIGHTING

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LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

The parade starts at Meridian City

Hall, travels down Main Street to Carlton Avenue, and circles back on

Second Street, ending at Broadway

Avenue. The fun starts at 6:30 PM and ends at 8 PM. This year’s Grand

Marshal is Dan Clark, who will lead the parade in a horse-drawn carriage. Clark is the founder and

executive director of the Meridian Food Bank. The parade will feature marching bands and more than 50

floats. School officials nominated a fifth-grader to “flip the switch” and

light the Meridian Christmas tree and help Santa set off fireworks to celebrate the season.

6 CHRISTMAS IN MERIDIAN: CANDY CANE FUN RUN The Pulse Running and Fitness Shop, 520 S. Meridian Road

Run the parade route in the Candy Cane Fun Run. Runners will get a blinky light to wear for the Winter Lights Parade! Meet at The Pulse Running

and Fitness

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for

check-in 5:30-6 p.m. Enjoy hot chocolate at the finish line. An ugly sweater contest will be 5:30-6:10 p.m. The run/walk begins at 6:20 p.m. ahead of Christmas floats.

7 CHICK-FIL-A BREAKFAST WITH SANTA Chick-fil-A, 2012 N. Eagle Road, Meridian For delicious, holiday beef recipes, visit www.BeefItsWhatsForDinner.com

Come for breakfast, a fun holiday activity and pictures with Santa. Children 2 years old and younger are free.

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7 CITY OF STAR CHRISTMAS BAZAAR Star

This is a Star City Signature Event. On the first weekend in December, come out for a Christmas bazaar, music, food, product and craft booths, charity events, bands, music, a tree lighting, and much more. See StarIdahoChamber.com for details.

7 MERIDIAN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Centennial High School Performing Arts Center, 12400 W. McMillan Road, Boise

A concert that is sure to get you in the holiday spirit, the program includes several famous selections as well as a piece composed by the orchestra’s own Dan Smith. Special guest Centennial High School Choir performs pieces with the orchestra including Handel’s "Hallelujah Chorus." Rumor has it special guests from the North Pole may also make a surprise appearance.

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CHILDREN’S WINTERLAND FESTIVAL Meridian Boys & Girls Club 911 N. Meridian Road

Bring your kids to the Children’s Winterland Festival from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., for pictures with Santa, cookie decorating, trolley rides and Christmas craft projects. Admission is free with a can of food or a cash donation

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for the Meridian Food Bank.

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Come by from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and enjoy a great variety of crafts and handmade, local and custom products from various artists. Gift items including glass art, woodworking, beauty and health and kettle corn. Food Trucks will be on-site. Kids will love the free scavenger hunt with prizes and will get to meet and greet Santa.

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DECEMBER

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

18 THE BELL RINGER

Nampa Civic Center 311 3rd Street S., Nampa

The new holiday rock opera The Bell Ringer, written by novelist Peter

Orullian, is coming to The Nampa Civic Center. The show features former Trans-Siberian Orchestra members. A portion of the proceeds will be

donated to the Toys for Tots Literacy Program. For more Information visit NampaCivicCenter.com/Events

stay warm C O O L PEO PL E WITH YORK

Enjoy Fall inside the comfort of your home.

THIRD ANNUAL PROCRASTINATORS DREAM CHRISTMAS AT KLEINER PARK Kleiner Park, 1920 N. Records Ave., Meridian

Come enjoy a variety of handcrafted, local and custom products from various artists. Gifts including glass art, woodworking, beauty and health and sweet treats plus food trucks will be on-site. Kids will love the free scavenger hunt and getting to meet Santa. There will be live music, and an Open World Comedy and Praynksters

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WHAT IS YOUR DEFINITION OF SUCCESS? Success is living a life that is full of love, joy, and laughter. It is important to help others find their success as well. WHAT IS SOMETHING YOU ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT? I am passionate about working with individuals with developmental disabilities. HOW DID YOU FIND YOUR CAREER PATH? I moved to Boise from Georgia with my teaching degree but had no idea what I wanted to do with my life. I was working at the Olive Garden when I responded to an ad on Craig’s list that was looking for people who were interested in working with children with disabilities. I was fortunate enough to be hired by the company and then was also hired by a local developmental psychologist who trained me in relational developmental therapy. Throughout the years, I had supervisor positions in local agencies and then broke off on my own doing autism consultation and crisis intervention. I kept thinking that there needed to be a business in the Treasure Valley that exclusively hires individuals with developmental disabilities. I originally wanted to open a coffee shop (The Growing Perk) and did a lot of fundraising but was unable to come up with enough money for all of the supplies and equipment. Sweet Zola’s Candy for Inclusion was the direct result of not coming up with enough money, and it has been an absolute success. I get to see my employees working hard and interacting with customers daily, and there is nothing

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