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JUNE 2020 PUBLISHER

Anika Baty-Mills | anika.mills@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

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Finding Sanctuary and Gratefulness THERE ARE MANY MOMENTS IN OUR LIVES THAT WE OFTEN TAKE FOR

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GRANTED. Weddings come to mind as an example. Families gather to eat, drink and

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celebrate the joining of two families into one. Above is a picture of my father walking

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me down the aisle at my wedding. A photo that will be in our wedding album forever. I had the opportunity to stand closer than six feet to him, arm in arm, without a second thought. My mother helped me put my dress on while making sure everything was in the right place. I recognize, now in quarantine, just how precious those moments truly are. Both of my parents fall into the age group that is being affected the most by this terrible disease. My dad would not be able to cook breakfast for his grandkids or show

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Anika Baty-Mills, Veronica Barnes, Gabrielle Lewis, Katrina Hall CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

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his grandson a new exercise for track. Things are truly different and we are learning a new normal. Our cover photo is Howard County’s official flower Queen Anne’s Lace. The flower represents sanctuary and its seeds are so resilient that they can thrive in poor soil and in dry conditions. Queen Anne’s Lace represents our community. Though we are not living in an ideal time, we can still find sanctuary with one another, yes, even virtually. In this issue we will hear from our healthcare heroes on the front lines, and from our teachers learning new ways to reach their students and their families. We’ve got you

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FEATURES 14 Perspective from the front lines Hear from doctors and nurses who are on the front lines in response to Covid-19

20 Managing Your Risk Financial Advisor David Johnson lays out best practices during a financial downturn

26 Resilience in the Midst of it All Gino Palma is no stranger to hard work and will continue to serve our community

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30 Fatherâ€™s Day Dinner A recipe that will make dad smile

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20 Financial Buzz 24 Back Stage 26 Local Limelight 30 Culinary Creations 34 Faith Reflections

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WHEN FACING A FINANCIAL CRISIS, HAVING A HANDLE ON YOUR CASH FLOW IS KEY TO YOUR FINANCIAL SURVIVAL AND FOR REBUILDING IN THE FUTURE. Budgeting in a crisis requires knowing your priorities and limiting expenses. The most important costs to take care of are housing, groceries and debt. HOUSING The first line item in your budget should be housing. Regardless of what is happening in the world around you, ensure you have a roof over head. If you are unable to make your housing payment during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, includes foreclosure moratorium and forbearance for mortgages as well as eviction protection for renters. To learn about these protections, contact your mortgage or rental company. When this crisis is over, get current on your mortgage or rental payments to avoid fees or negative impacts on your credit score. If you are renting and want to purchase a home after the crisis, consider attending a homeownership course. Make sure the course is taught by a HUD approved housing counseling agency to help identify necessary budget changes getting you ready for the next steps. GROCERIES During a crisis, it is important to be frugal with groceries. For the largest savings, stick to the store brands, limit meat purchases, and stick to essentials. If you cannot afford groceries, seek out local food banks and community organizations that are providing free groceries during this pandemic. DEBT To give your budget breathing room, do not pay more than the minimum payments. If you are struggling to make payments after taking care of your housing and groceries, contact your creditors to learn about forbearance and temporary relief programs. Limit everything else on your budget to the greatest extent possible. Identifying expenses to reduce will help you feel in control during unsteady times. For help getting through a crisis, seek guidance from a not-for-profit credit counseling service who can help you manage your budget and navigate the relief options for your financial obligations. Visit www.cccsmd.org for more information.

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INSPIRED BY ARTICLE GABRIELLE LEWIS | PHOTOGRAPHY HOWARD COUNTY GENERAL HOSPITAL

PERSPECTIVE FROM THE FRONT LINES FROM OUR FIRST RESPONDERS TO COMMUNITY ACTIVIST, WE GET TO HEAR FROM THOSE ON THE FRONT LINES SERVING OUR COMMUNITY

I NEVER KNEW IT WOULD BE LIKE THIS.Â A recurring sentiment is shared throughout the United States as millions of lives have changed over the course of the last eight weeks. After the proliferation of COVID-19 (commonly referred to as Coronavirus) cases skyrocketed in March, the necessity of social-distancing and quarantining individuals has fundamentally shifted the way in which

howard county general hospital the nation is operating. Now more than ever before industries across the county have been impacted. Over the past two months, medical professionals have come together to protect and serve the community, advocating for tools and resources necessary to give their patients the best care during this unprecedented event. The tireless work of the medical staff during this time cannot be overstated--coming at a great personal cost to themselves and their loved ones; risking their own health daily. At Howard County General Hospital, a member of John Hopkins Medicine located in Columbia Maryland, medical professionals have been balancing the near impossible task of caring for incoming patients while protecting their own mental and physical health. With treating nearly 200,000 patients annually even before the spread of the virus, containment and treatment have become daunting tasks.Â Dr. Nia Jewell Leak, is one of the many doctors on the front lines at Howard County General Hospital. Dr. Leak is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology and has been involved in the healthcare industry for over twenty years. She and her colleagues are 14

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SERVING THE COMMUNITY SINCE 1973

continuing to help parents welcome new babies into

“Please remember to also check on your friends and

this world during the COVID-19 pandemic. Winner of the

neighbors, even if you can’t physically interact with them.

Armstrong Award for Excellence in Quality and Safety in

Send a message, or call them. You never know how much

2019, Dr. Leak and her staff have committed to keeping the

a warm message can mean. The more that we do as a

hospital running as smoothly as possible during this crisis.

community to think and behave safely towards our more

Dr. Leak and her staff have committed to keeping the hos-

vulnerable populations, the easier it will be to keep the

pital running as smoothly as possible during this crisis. “I

numbers as low as possible,” shares Dr. Leak. “We have

have my husband, three kids, and elderly parents at home,”

to work together to find solutions to the problems arising,

Dr. Leaks shared. “Every day, there is a joy that I feel when

and not just act out alone.”

I see my family, but there is also a semblance of guilt when

Labor and Delivery Nurse Manager Nickie Matters has

you’re aware of just how easily anyone can contract the

been an employee of Howard County General Hospital

virus. It’s hard to be able to separate the concern you have

for the past six years, and a Labor and Delivery nurse for

for your patients with that of your family. Everyone is a

15 years. Although she is no stranger to addressing the

potential patient.” In order to mitigate the spread of the

various needs of patients, she notes that the emotional

virus, Dr. Leak urges individuals to think about their family

responsibility for healthcare workers has shifted dramat-

when they venture from the house and remember to wear

ically. “Mutual trust, compassion, listening, and being

masks when entering into public spaces.

heard are important attributes in healthcare that improves

ASSISTANT PROFESSIOR OF GYNECOLOGY AND OBSTETRICS

d r. n i a j e w e l l l e a k “Please remember to also check on your friends and neighbors, even if you c a n ’ t p hy s i c a l l y interact wi th them. “

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health outcomes,” she said. “Parents and families who are preparing to welcome home a baby right now are feeling scared and having emotional support, the ability to have their questions answered, and trust in the team who is caring for them helps.” “Typical” days at the hospital have long since passed, every day bringing a new challenge. Through her work and nonstop research on the status of the virus, Matters highlights the necessity of trust, not only between patients and healthcare, but between staff members as well. Communication is paramount, as is the constant information on the progression of the virus that has to be disseminated as rapidly as possible. Flexibility is key--in such an abnormal environment, healthcare workers must adapt to the rapidly changing best practices in certain parts of the country, while still providing emotional and physical support to patients and staff alike. Matters likens the containment of the virus to a marathon as opposed to a sprint. Noting that the virus is placing a spotlight on how the staff needs to take precautions to protect themselves from infection, despite an unyielding responsibility to their patients. People can become overwhelmed with the inundation of statistics and images of COVID19, Howard County staff implores individuals to focus on what they can control in their own lives and to not despair. Maintaining and supporting mental health is paramount, and it is suggested to find healthy ways in which stress can be released including indulging in respite spaces in the hospital, family time, and exercise. Matters is grateful for the support for our community during this time, and it is that gratitude that helps maintain her resilience. She suggests that this is a time for the country to re-evaluate how we treat each other and our planet.

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Members of the medical staff are looking forward to the possibility of events in the summer if conditions allow for

“I am looking for ward to the oppor tunit y for our world to change

public interaction again. An avid athlete, Nurse Matters aspires to participate in the IRONMAN Maryland competition, a triathlon that fosters an environment of support and success for all. Dr. Leak is looking forward to enjoying food trucks and various Baltimore music and arts festivals, as well as the Columbia Fourth of July Fireworks Event.

how our societ y is run and how we treat our p e o p l e a n d p l a n e t .”

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ERIKA STRAUSS-CHAVARRIA IS A SPANISH TEACHER AT WILDE LAKE HIGH SCHOOL. Born in Albuquerque, New Mexico, she moved to Columbia during her formative years. In addition to her teaching career, Chavarria has a background in social justice. Her experience has increased her awareness in reference to the shortages of resources for the community. In the face of this pandemic, her skills helped her to begin a group called Columbia Community Care. ”I posted on Facebook asking if any of my fellow friends/colleagues would be willing to deliver groceries to families of our students. I woke up the next day and on a whim, decided to create a Facebook group with the folks who had responded. Before I knew it, we (had) over 2000 members in the group, dozens of volunteers, and hundreds of donations flowing in.” This is how Columbia Community Care started. They provide different services at five different schools in the county: Swansfield Elementary School, Wilde Lake Middle School, Oakland Mills Middle School, Lake Elkhorn Middle School, and Howard High School. Donations and distribution are provided throughout the week. Chavarria states that, “Safety is our top priority and we are doing our best to abide by all state and county guidelines and restrictions.” To volunteer or to find dates and times for donations and distributions, you can find Columbia Community Care on Facebook. Another example of how people in the Columbia community are going above and beyond to help.

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Have a consistent place and time to work.

Create a schedule and stick to it. On Saturday

Set up a space in your home where you will

or Sunday, take out your calendar(whether it

engage in your distance learning. Ensure

be on your phone or on paper) and syllabi

that all of your needed materials are on

and insert all of your scheduled classes,

hand. List all of your passwords, class codes,

due dates, and study times for the week.

etc. on one sheet of paper and post them

Consider colors for the different assign-

on your bulletin board, wall, refrigerator or

ments. For example, green for assignments

another surface near or at your workspace.

that are due, blue for classes, red for quizzes or exams. Be creative.

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IT’S JUNE AND STUDENTS AND TEACHERS ALIKE HAVE SUDDENLY BEEN JETTISONED INTO THE 21ST CENTURY CLASSROOM. Forced to adapt to a new model of learning, we took to our home offices, our kitchen tables, and yes, even our beds. New challenges have caused a rethinking of curriculum and a shift in pedagogy. Students were tasked with keeping themselves organized and completing tasks without the teacher’s watchful eye upon them. While many lessons were learned during this time, this writer offers four simple nuggets gleaned from the struggle and success of the last

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four months and may be relevant as we move into our new normal.

+ study online tutorials

+ know when to “turn it off ”

Study online tutorials of Zoom, Google Meets,

Know when to “turn it off”. It is very difficult when

or whatever apps you will be required to use.

you work (or learn) from home to know when to get

There is nothing more frustrating than fumbling

up from the computer and just STOP. Consider that

around with the software during the class and

this time has been granted to you for more than

not being able to access the needed pages.

one purpose. Take time for self-reflection, prayer

Practice navigating around the pages and but-

and meditation, and quality time with family mem-

tons before hand.

bers. Disconnect.

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TEACHERS HAVE BEEN THE BACKBONE OF OUR COMMU-

parents have lost their jobs. I constantly ask myself how I can best

NITIES AND OFTEN GO ABOVE AND BEYOND THE CALL OF

serve who is showing up, and help those who could not.”

DUTY TO ENSURE THE DEVELOPMENT AND CARE OF OUR

Passionate about exposing students to our community heroes,

YOUTH. Amy Brooks is no exception. Brooks, a Towson University

Brooks, along with Jessica Mahajan, created OM Online, a commu-

alumna, is a Pennsylvania native who originally had no interest in liv-

nity for anyone in the County who is looking for connection. The site

ing in Columbia. “I was a city girl”, she says chuckling. However, after

provides live interactive workshops, games, crafts, exercise, you name

marrying a Columbia native, she gave in and hasn’t looked back.

it! “It’s been wonderful to connect the students with their community.”

A teacher at Oakland Mills High School, Brooks is passionate about,

Not immune to challenges, Brooks and her husband Brian help

not only learning but bringing education into the 21st century. She

their 5th, 8th and 10th graders acclimate to distance learning. Brian

shares that passion with her students and her community. “Our dis-

Brooks is among the thousands who have lost their jobs during this

trict has conducted the most supportive and thoughtful roll out,” she

time. However, the opportunity to support his family in a different

says in reference to the resources provided to students. “Maybe this

way has been a blessing. “None of this works without my husband.

moment in time will force us to jump fully into innovative practices.”

He is the backbone of our family and takes wonderful care of us,”

Pleasantly surprised by the number of students who made it to

says Brooks. She advises parents, “Give yourself a lot of grace and

class and their positive energy, Brooks expressed sensitivity for

be patient. There are teachable moments for you and your child. Take

those whose families have been severely affected by the economic

a moment to show your child how to navigate, and learn yourself.”

downturn. “Some students have had to find work because their Check out OM onlinee for https://oaklandmillsonline.weebly.com/

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RESILIENCE IN THE MIDST OF IT ALL

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GINO PALMA IS NO STRANGER TO CARVING A CAREER THROUGH HARD WORK. Hailing from Naples, Italy, Palma immigrated to the United States in 1996 with no family, no money, and no knowledge of the language. Earning a position at the restaurant of a family friend from his original hometown, Palma began his career as a dishwasher and busboy. Working sixteen-hour days, six days a week, Palma constantly learned new skills and recipes. His flexibility in the back of house operations catapulted him to higher positions in the restaurant, eventually leading to Palma fulfilling management roles in various establishments in the Northeast. After moving to Maryland in 2005 and starting a family, Palma observed a lack of fresh, authentic Italian food in his community and was inspired to bring Neapolitan cuisine to his new home. In 2010, Palma became the proud owner of the Italian restaurant Facci Ristorante, a wine bar and pizzeria whose mission is to “transport your taste buds back to the streets of old Napoli.” Utilizing special preparation techniques for pasta, cocktails, and especially pizza, Facci’s has a variety of menu items. Facci’s use of the freshest ingredients and imported wood-burning oven honors the original method of baking Neapolitan pizza in temperatures 1,000 degrees and higher, developed as early as 1889. Expanding to Ellicott City and Laurel, Facci's has distinguished itself as a community favorite over the last decade. The restaurant has been named

LOCAL RESTAURATEUR GINO PALMA CANNOT WAIT TO GET TO THE OTHER SIDE AND CELEBRATE LIFE

one of Maryland’s Best 50 Restaurants by the Baltimore Sun, boasting a chic yet accessible atmosphere that invites patrons of all ages to partake in delicious Naples cuisine. Despite the popularity of the establishment previously causing long lines to wind out of the front doors every weekend, recently Facci’s has been forced to close its doors to the public. Due to the spread of COVID-19 infecting thousands of people throughout the country, the food and beverage industry has taken a significant hit. With the restaurant’s business model shifting to only allowing carry-out, curbside pick-up, or delivery for dining options, the staff CONTINUED >

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT (CONTINUED) at Facci’s have been drastically impacted, many being laid off or given greatly reduced working hours. Palma himself has had to manage the restaurant with a skeleton crew, oftentimes fulfilling various roles himself throughout the day. “If someone had told me three years ago what would be happening today, I would’ve never believed them.” Palma shared. “It feels like a movie, something surreal that was just made up and thrown on everyone. Even when this is all over, everything in the industry will have changed. The whole business will shift. It’s hard to look that far in the future.” In spite of this daunting time, Palma is still hopeful for the eventual return to business once the quarantine orders have been lifted. Apart from fully opening his dining room to customers again, Palma is most excited to enjoy the presence of his loved ones again. Palma advises anyone struggling with the quarantine to release the semblance of control and acknowledge that life is unpredictable. In the face of an uncertain future, one thing remains certain: Palma will continue serving delicious food to the community for as long as he can. “When this is all over, I can’t wait to throw a huge party. I want to invite everyone in the community so we can celebrate life. Celebrate the time we have together, the ability to touch and be around each other -- and not take it for granted ever again,” Palma says.

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CULINARY CREATIONS

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THIS FATHERS’ DAY, BRING DAD INTO THE KITCHEN AND CREATE HIS DREAM SANDWICH. The guys from the website, How to Feed a Loon, have an awesome recipe that will be fun for the whole family to take part in. CONTINUED >

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meatballs + 1 1/2 lb ground sirloin + ½ lb ground veal + ½ lb ground pork + 2 large eggs, lightly beaten + ¼ cup fresh Italian bread crumbs (recipe below) + 3 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped + 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped + 1 tbsp Kosher salt + 2 cloves garlic, minced + 1 tbsp freshly ground black pepper + 4 slices firm Italian bread crusts removed (let them sit out for about an hour to firm up) + 1 cup whole milk + 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese + 10 cups fresh marinara sauce + 6 - 10 medium homemade Italian meatballs (link to recipe below) + 1 cup fresh marinara sauce (link to recipe below) + 2 loaves Italian bread ends cut off, opened up + 8 slices fresh mozzarella + fresh Parmesan grated + 2 tbsp fresh herbs, chopped, i.e., basil, oregano, parsley

seasoned breadcrumbs + 3 slices white Italian bread torn into large pieces + ¼ cup freshly grated Romano cheese + 1 tbsp garlic, minced + 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped + 1 tsp dried oregano + Salt and pepper to taste DIRECTIONS + Heat the meatballs in the marinara. Simmer for about 15 minutes. + Place the opened loaves of bread on a baking sheet and cover both sides of the bread with the sliced cheese. + Place the bread with cheese under the broiler for about 2 minutes or until cheese is melted and started to brown on the edges (watch closely, don’t let burn!) + Remove from broiler. Add 1/4 to 1/2 cup of marinara on the bottom layer of each loaf of bread. Layer meatballs on top of the marina. + Spoon a little more marinara over the meatballs. + Top with shaved, or grated, fresh Parmesan and herbs. Serve at once. https://howtofeedaloon.com/ 32

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A Moment to Consider PASTOR DAN BATY GIVES PERSPECTIVE ON HOW WE CAN BRING MORE TO A RELATIONSHIP THAN JUST OUR PROBLEMS THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH PRAYER AS WE COMMONLY

It’s not that problem-focused prayer is wrong. On the

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THESE, THE PROBLEM CAN BECOME MORE ACUTE.

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I used my marriage to frame the problem for my wife. I said,

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Think about it. We might even begin to associate our part-

good to pray about our joys, our discoveries, our aspirations

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and our thankfulness. It is also spiritually uplifting to focus

conversation. We’d want a break before hopping back on the

our prayers on God’s marvelous personal attributes. This

problem-solving assembly line.

variety in our focus, helps us make Him more inclusive in

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