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Celebrating Women IN THIS SPECIAL WOMEN’S ISSUE AND IN HONOR OF MOTHER’S DAY MAY 12, WE ARE EXCITED TO HIGHLIGHT SOME WONDERFUL WOMEN IN OUR COMMUNITY WHO MAKE A DIFFERENCE EVERY DAY.

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In our feature story “Lessons in Life,” we have selected four local ladies who share more about themselves and the wisdom they share with others: Paige Wiscombe, international business manager at Women Ignite; Mindy Lin, CEO and founder of Damsel in Defense; Shelley Coates, co-creator of HowDoesShe.com; and Jennifer Swindell, CEO and managing editor of Idaho Education News. We also want to thank Susan Beckman Roghani for the use of the beautiful Chateau des Fleurs in Eagle for the opportunity to photograph some of these ladies in a stunning local location. Learn more about Susan and her daughter, Roshan Roghani Ishaq, in our monthly “Inspired by Success” feature. Roger Phillips explores our local trailheads that not only make Boise so popular with hikers, mountain bikers and explorers but also puts Boise on the map as one of the

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INSIDE THE ISSUE MAY 2019

FEATURES 18 Waffle Me Up Mouthwatering Sweet and Savory Belgian Liege Waffles

20 Lessons in Life Words of Wisdom from Influential Women

26 Evereve A Personalized Shopping Experience

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30 Something Special for Mom Choose the Perfect Gift from These Spring Favorites

DEPARTMENTS 6

Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

Around Town

Trend Setter

26 Hot Spot 30 Localâ€™s Choice 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Parting Thoughts

GOOD TIMES 1.

Albertson's Grand Opening The grand opening of the new 110,000-square-foot Albertson's Market Street took place in front of a large crowd of exuberant shoppers March 9. The store is the largest Albertson's in the world and provides a unique shopping experience with offerings that can’t be found in a typical grocery store. Market Street is located at 3499 E. Fairview Ave. in Meridian.

1-3 Photography by Jerry Smart | 4–6 Marc Walters Photography

Meridian Fire Station Breaks Ground The City of Meridian broke ground on a new fire station at 11:30 a.m. March 6. Though windy, the weather was cooperative as Fire Chief Mark Niemeyer, Mayor Tammy de Weerd, Deputy Chief Charlie Butterfield and Council President Joe Borton delivered remarks. The city is committed to maintaining sustainable growth and progress and providing reliable emergency services.

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MOUTHWATERING SWEET AND SAVORY BELGIAN LIEGE WAFFLES PROPRIETOR HECTOR GARCIA ADDS A WHOLE NEW TWIST TO A BREAKFAST FAVORITE. Delivering mouthwatering sweet and savory creations with Belgian Liege waffles as the star attraction, Hector offers a variety of options to the most discriminating waffle lover.

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The unique pillowy texture of Belgian Liege waffles comes from

Waffle Me Up got its start seven years ago in a pop-up tent in

the buttery risen dough that has pearl sugars lightly folded into the

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Shelley Coates CREATOR AND CO-OWNER, HOWDOESSHE.COM WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT YOUR JOB? I love the flexibility my job offers. I work from home, which allows me to be available for my five kids. There are also exciting opportunities for travel and collaboration with other bloggers, influential women and top companies that make this job unique and fun. Plus, HowDoesShe is all about empowering women, and that’s very rewarding. WHAT WOMAN INSPIRES YOU AND WHY? All women do. It’s why we started HowDoesShe. I’d look around at my friends, neighbors and women in general and think, “Wow. How does she do that?” Women are astounding people who power families, schools and society. Sometimes a woman’s example is a quiet one but nonetheless profound. To all women out there: you are amazing. WHAT IS THE BEST DECISION YOU EVER MADE? Investing that first $100 into an idea we thought might flop. I remember thinking, as I had twin babies and a toddler at the time, you know how many diapers that could buy? That first $100 investment and all the time and effort that followed paid off big, and my life has been so blessed. LIFE LESSON The biggest lesson I learned from building HowDoesShe from the ground up is to just go for it. Sometimes you just need to jump in with both feet. We all have dozens of great ideas buzzing around our heads, but until we shrug off fears of failure and stop making excuses, they’ll never happen. When Alison, Missy and I first started meeting late at night when all our kids were in bed, we had zero followers, very little content and tons of doubts. Now nine years and over 2 million followers later, we recognize starting our business turned out to be a very good idea.

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Paige Wiscombe BUSINESS MANAGER AND COACH, WOMEN IGNITE INTERNATIONAL WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT YOUR JOB? Significance. Knowing that what I do matters and makes a difference is definitely my favorite part. I love that every day we are changing people’s lives and helping them grow into their best self, both personally and professionally with inspiration and education. We are creating a safe space for authentic collaboration, support and true community. WHAT IS THE BEST DECISION YOU EVER MADE? The best decision I ever made was to go left when the plan was to go right. When I was approaching my college graduation, I had an overwhelming feeling that I wasn’t supposed to lock myself into a career as soon as I graduated. The idea of traveling the world took over every thought, but as someone who always had a plan and is super responsible, these ideas were terrifying and pretty unrealistic. Then one day after reviewing all the options for the 100th time, I decided I really didn’t have anything to lose. I didn’t love my current jobs, but I was making enough that I could save for a big trip and then quit them both before I would leave on my big excursion. I could come home with a fresh start and perspective and find a career that truly sparked joy in my heart. I booked the ticket. I went left. The 67 days I spent solo backpacking was by far the best decision I have ever made. I have never learned so much about myself and felt so alive. Those experiences have continued to lead me to go after things that fill my cup up and to be brave in the pursuit of those things. LIFE LESSON In my early adult years, I had a few experiences of being lied to by the people that I cared about most. These are probably my least favorite memories and feelings, but the lesson learned has served me well. I can always go back to those feelings and memories when I am struggling with being upfront and honest and know that even when what I have to say may not be the greatest, truth is always better than lying. I know that I never want to spark those feelings in anyone else. This lesson is something I will honor forever.

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but we can have any other kind of beverage," Jodie says. "We will usually provide a small appetizer or a breakfast item, depending on what time of day. We tend to host the socials in the morning, an hour before the store opens and go into an hour or two after the store opening. So, for instance, from 9 to 11 a.m. or 9 to 12 and then we'll do evenings, like 6 to 9 p.m. time frame.” The socials are held in an open house format so that people can come and go as they please. At the beginning of the party, the staff usually gives a brief overview of the store and the styling options as well as introduce the stylist that will be helping at the social. “A lot of times there are people who haven't been here before, so the presentation is kind of a way to reach out to those people, but also introduce them to the store and stylists in a way that is fun and lighthearted. It is a party with their girlfriends after all,” Jodie adds. The other kind of style social Evereve offers is in the form of a fundraiser. Instead of the shopper receiving the 15 percent discount, the Shopping Made Easy

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No matter which type of shopping social, each person attending has the opportunity to work with a personal stylist or simply pull items on their own. The point is to have fun in a relaxed, no-pressure environment. “The goal at Evereve is that every person receives a little bit of joy when they're in the store. That's about giving joy through fashion and also providing it through the styling experience,” Jodie says. Evereve is located at The Village in Meridian, 3450 E. Longwing Lane, Suite 120. For more information, visit Evereve.com.

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30 by 70 inches, polyester-viscose,

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comes in Blush Pink or Summer Blue.

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LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

2019 SPRING PARADE OF HOMES

FAMILY SNOOZE AT THE ZOO OVERNIGHT

KUNA HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION

MAY

APR 27–MAY 12 Boise

Tour

inspiring

this

year's

new

homes

Parade

Guides will provide your family with

Homes. Brought to you by the

evening and morning treks through

Building

Association

the zoo to investigate animals' hab-

of Southwest Idaho, the homes are

itats, behavior and care. Activities,

open to the public Tuesday–Thursday

games, art projects and up-close

from 5–8 p.m. and Friday–Sunday

animal encounters are part of

from noon to 8 p.m. For an interac-

the Snooze at the Zoo adven-

tive map and more information, visit

ture. Evening snack, continental

BoiseParadeofHomes.com.

breakfast

spring

Contractor's

4 UNPLUG AND BE OUTSIDE

and

indoor/outdoor

Ford Idaho Center

Thursday, May 23 at 3:30 p.m.

MAY 25 AND JUN 1 GRADUATIONS Taco Bell Arena

Meridian High School: May 25

sleeping area provided. Children’s

at 3 p.m.

parent(s) must be present through-

Mountain View High School: May 25

out the entire program. One adult

at 11 a.m.

per five children.

Rocky Mountain High School: May 25 at 7 p.m.

Meridian

Unplug and Be Outside is a weeklong series of free activities and classes in sports, arts and recreation for all ages. The kick-off event is on Saturday, May 4 at

Eagle High School: June 1 at 11 a.m. Renaissance High School: June 1

SENSORY-FRIENDLY MOVIE: DETECTIVE PIKACHU Majestic Cinemas

at 3 p.m.

Kleiner Park from 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

This month's feature is Detective

Bring bikes! Republic Services will

Pikachu (PG).

fill your bicycle tires with slime to

lights are turned up, the volume

keep them inflated this summer.

is lowered slightly, and the audi-

MeridianCity.org/Unplug

ence is welcome to get up and

MADC's annual evening at the races

move around if needed. Doors open

on family night educating parents

at 10 a.m. Show starts at 10:30 a.m.

and youth about prevention. MADC

Admission is $5.50 (plus tax)

provides useful resources like Parent

INDIGO ART FEST

21–23

The auditorium

MADC AT MERIDIAN SPEEDWAY FOR FAMILY NIGHT Meridian Speedway

Prevention Packets (with free drug

Storey Park

The Art Fest is a family- and fur baby-friendly event that advocates mental health awareness by fea-

Zoo Boise

GRADUATIONS

test) to parents and free Polaroid pictures to youth when they share their Natural High with the organization.

Centennial Performing Arts Complex

turing inspiring stories, powerful

Rebound School of Opportunity: May

artwork and a collaboration of

21 at 4:30 p.m.

local businesses and musicians.

Central Academy: May 22 at 7 p.m.

Admission

activi-

Eagle Academy: May 22 at 4:30 p.m.

ties include food trucks, a kids

Idaho Fine Arts Academy: May

We are always accepting sub-

area, shopping and prizes every

23 at 7 p.m. at CPAC

missions for events you'd like to

hour. Mad Swede Brewing will

Meridian Academy: May 23 at 4:30

see included in our Calendar sec-

be on-site. Performances by Zack

p.m. at CPAC

tion. Submissions are accepted

free,

and

Quintana Music, Big Stella, with

via

special guest Jen Adams and more!

LifestylePubs.com/Meridian.

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