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It’s true what they say: as you get older, time seems to move more quickly. This has been hitting me hard the past few years, especially now that I have little ones. When I was pregnant, every single parent warned me to savor each moment because it all goes by so quickly. This is definitely the most heartbreaking aspect of motherhood I’ve encountered so far. I’ve always been nostalgic, and the New Year amplifies this. It represents the passage of time but also an opportunity to turn a new page. It’s bittersweet. A few years ago, I started to embrace a word for each New Year—a word that would inspire me throughout the months to come. 2015- Transformation- I had just ended my first marriage and needed to focus on the positive changes happening in my life despite the emotional turmoil. I found myself that year and a new partner who joined me on that self-discovery journey. I was truly transformed. 2016- Joy- After the trials and tribulations of the previous year, I focused on joy—finding happiness in all aspect of my life: jobs, relationships, family and more. I fell in love with a wonderful man and we welcomed our daughter into the world. 2017- Peace- I settled further into my new role as a mom. I took a year off from full-time work and leaned into just being. I gave myself permission to put aside my volunteer demands and other commitments and focused on my new family. I was present. I was at peace. 2018- Strength- The end of 2017 brought great heartache when we lost our son (born prematurely). That experience, as difficult as it was, introduced me to my own strength. For 2018, I chose to focus on strength—the strength to face whatever came our way and to persevere with grace. 2019- Presence- This year we welcomed our second daughter, Adella, and I vowed to be actively present in each moment. I think I’ve done a pretty good job. This year has been full of some of the happiest moments of my life. So what should I choose for 2020? I’d love to hear what you think. Email me at ambouthot@the-papers.com.
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You can’t leave good skin to chance. Rather, women with glowing skin take care to protect their asset and look and feel great at the same time. Local experts share some tips for getting and maintaining a radiant complexion. Kate Sedlaczek is a nurse practitioner with Forefront Dermatology. She said while a skincare routine is essential any time of year, it’s especially critical during the winter months. “As the winter approaches, please remember to protect your skin from cold wind – when it’s freezing outside, the moisturizer itself doesn’t provide protection, so we need to use Vaseline based products, such as Aquaphor or Vaniply ointments, to create protective barrier,” she said. Some people with certain conditions like rosacea or broken capillaries need to be extra careful, as they can worsen with cold wind and freezing temperatures, she added.
water, too.” (Experts recommended drinking half of your body weight in ounces each day.) Lisa Stippich, marketing specialist at Fort Wayne Dermatology Consultants, said healthy glowing skin is within reach if you turn to the right ingredients and products. Here’s what she recommends: Peptides: These guys pack a mean punch when it comes to the look and feel of our skin. That’s because they have the ability to nourish collagen, improving the overall appearance of the skin’s tone and texture. Vitamin C: Your mom told you to drink your orange juice and she might have been on to something. “Vitamin C can help nourish collagen and improve the appearance of uneven skin tone,” Stippich said. “It also may have a brightening effect.”
Environmental factors enter into the equation, too. So, it’s advised to take extra precautions to avoid harming the delicate skin.
Retinol: Retinol is extolled for its many virtues, including its ability to accelerate cell turnover. It also encourages dead skin cells to naturally exfoliate more quickly, thus revealing healthy, fresh cells. “It provides overall skin revitalization while improving the texture/smoothness of skin,” Stippich explained.
“Heat and dryness in the house can cause our skin to get dry and itchy,” she said. “During showers, turn down the water temperature and lubricate with fragrance-free moisturizer into wet skin right afterwards. Don’t forget to drink lots of
Hyaluronic Acid: Truly a wonder ingredient, it can hold 1000 times its weight in water. “When applied, it creates a barrier for the skin, locking in moisture and improving texture,”
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Stippich explained. “Skin loses water and moisture as we age. This ingredient will help restore hydration.” Glycolic Acid: Glycolic acid is another fan favorite because it encourages skin cell turnover, revealing smoother, brighter, younger looking skin. Here’s to loving the skin you’re in! a
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Don’t miss our Greek-inspired event to kick off our Women Build Campaign. This event will be hosted at our ReStore, 4747 Lima Road. • Free Drink and Cash Bar • Local eats from Salsa Grille, Club Soda and more! • Activities throughout the evening including “She Nailed It” & “He Nailed It” nail-pounding competitions with grand prizes for winners. • Our Goddess Contractor Competition returns a 2nd year in a row. Local women will rehab and transform pieces from the ReStore intow new creations. You will be able to vote on your favorite and purchase the items through a live auction.
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Réna Bradley is a designer and activist who boldly pursues her passions and seeks opportunities to make a positive difference in the community. She uses her degree in architecture as a tool to share the love of Christ working across public, private and non-profit arenas.
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Why did you move to Fort Wayne? I moved to Fort Wayne to accept a position as Community Development Director at Bridge of Grace. In my previous jobs, I had to choose between doing work that was design-oriented or doing work that was community-development focused. Working in Fort Wayne has provided me with the opportunity to do both in a faith-based environment. What does your community activity look like? I work with community members to develop and launch initiatives that revitalize our neighborhood and equip neighbors with the tools and confidence to become agents of change. Over the past four years I’ve launched the following initiatives: • Wonderfully Made – An afterschool program that promotes faith, creativity and career-exposure for young girls. • Tired-a-Lot – A design camp where middle and high-school students design and build installations to activate vacant lots. • Park to Park – An effort to engage university students and community members in the process of designing and building a neighborhood-playground using upcycled materials.
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• Holiday Giveback – An effort where MVP residents give back by making hats, blankets and scarves for homeless men and women in Fort Wayne. What are you most passionate about? I’m passionate about the intersection of equity, justice, the built environment and beauty. I’m also passionate about amplifying the voices of youth, women and people of color in Fort Wayne, while promoting the use of design as a tool to enhance not only beauty, but also well-being and justice in neighborhoods and cities. Is there anything else you would like to add? I believe every person on this planet has the potential to effect tremendous positive change for themselves and for others. For the past 3.5 years, I have been privileged to call Fort Wayne home and work alongside some amazing people, especially the residents of the Mount Vernon Park Neighborhood and SE Fort Wayne. I’ve seen our community members – adults and youth alike – take on small tasks that have made huge differences in our neighborhood. Together, and with the help of other participants and volunteers, we’ve prayed, picked up trash, pulled weeds, tutored kids, testified at hearings and designed and built an entire park out of materials that some would consider trash! And our efforts have paid off. Overgrown lots are maintained, once blighted and vacant homes not only restored but occupied, and according to FBI’s uniform crime stats, since 2013, the number of incidents of crime in our community have fallen by more than 55 percent. I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished together as a united community. a
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Not even a decade old, Bailey (3rd grade) and Lilly (2nd grade) Ruse have developed an altruistic lifestyle. Devoting hours to a homemade lemonade stand, they have raised thousands of dollars for various charities, and their efforts have been recognized in some pretty amazing ways.
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“The idea just came into my head,” seven-year-old Lilly explained about starting their now-famous lemonade stand. In June, following Lilly’s epiphany, the girls set up a table in their driveway and began selling ice-cold lemonade to thirsty customers. With their parents help, they built a stand out of pallets, screws and wheels; painted it yellow; and added a sign. “We wanted to make other people happy,” the girls said, so each week they chose a different charity to give their earnings to. The first week, they were able to donate $1,125 to brain cancer research in memory of their grandfather. In the following weeks, Bailey and Lilly donated their earnings to the Noble County Special Olympics, Noble County Humane Society and Tim Tebow’s Prom through Night to Shine.
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“We decided then that we’d outgrown our driveway,” the girls reminisced. Over the 4th of July week, they asked to set up their stand in the parking lot of Kendallville’s VFW 2749 to raise money for Honor Flight. They were open for two hours and were able to raise $2,158 for veterans. “Our school worked to raise money for Light the Night,” the girls explained, “We got to present an $841 check to our principal in front of the entire student body.” Others noticed the girls’ efforts in some tremendous ways. They were presented with the Brilliant Firefly Award, an award given by the Lieutenant Governor to students when they help their community. The Mayor of the City of Kendallville, W. SuzAnne Handshoe, proclaimed November 19, 2019, as Bailey and Lilly’s Day. She praised their efforts saying, “Bailey and Lilly are wonderful examples to others of what can be accomplished at any age.” In addition to running their lemonade stand, the Ruse girls are involved in many extracurricular activities and have high hopes for their futures. Bailey is involved in gymnastics, basketball, robotics, softball and student council. She hopes to become a business person or 2nd grade teacher. Lilly is involved in gymnastics, basketball, art club, softball and newspaper club. She hopes to become a 5th grade teacher or an orthodontist. Bailey and Lilly are perfect examples of what can be accomplished with an idea, hard work and a caring heart. Who can’t help being inspired by their selflessness? a | JANUARY GLO 2020 |
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START the new year RIGHT
Allen Shaw, a Fort Wayne native and troubadour of music and writing, has found blessings in becoming blind.
“After losing my sight, I did not do much of anything until a friend invited me to the Fort Wayne Christian Writer’s Guild. I did one of her writing assignments and found it was something I could do quickly and for fun,” he said. “I started writing more stories and poems, and in the fall of 2016, was introduced to FIVERR, a freelance-based platform for anything that can be done on a computer. I have delivered more than 1,000 writing projects in 62 countries, including a script for Norway’s National Parks, a scuba diving company in Taiwan, a counting song in Azerbaijan, and just wrote the lyrics for 9 songs to be sung by a children’s choir in Birmingham, England, who presented the story of Cinderella. It was recorded by the composer in England and we are both thrilled with the outcome.”
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“I developed Type 1 diabetes at the age of thirty, which has caused Diabetic Retinopathy, Cataracts, Corneal Neuropathy, Scarring of the Cornea and Glaucoma,” said Shaw, a 1976 Elmhurst High School graduate who also earned his degree in Music Education from Fort Wayne Bible College and two Master’s credits at Western Michigan University.
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Shaw’s first children’s book – “Brainstorm! A Cave, a Stream and a Grandpa that Dreams” – was published in the spring of 2017 and was followed by three more books. Shaw has an extensive background in music. At Elmhurst, he was very active in choral music and even taught choir and orchestra there from 1982 to 1984. He also was a Minister of Music and Worship at Life Community Missionary Church for 11 years.
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“And now I have come full circle and enjoy writing lyrics,” said Shaw. “The Shawmusic5 includes my wife Debra, who is an amazing pianist and plays in churches and accompanies the Summit Middle School choirs, and all three of our children – Brandon, Amber Perry and Allison Ells – who all played instruments in high school.” The scope of Shaw’s writing has been breathtaking and varied: he wrote part of someone’s doctorial presentation; two marriage proposals; part of a defense for a person being wrongfully accused; a wine label in Australia; poems for pastors’ sermons; and even a prayer for a motorcycle gang in the United Arab Emirates. “I cannot make up some of the requests I receive, even with my vivid imagination,” concluded Shaw. “None of this would have happened had I not lost most of my sight. And truthfully, there are times when I try to do something I used to do and can no longer do, and I cry. I really should not, since losing sight has opened my eyes to so many amazing adventures in writing. “What some would see as a closed door, led me to a brand-new door with amazing experiences. I feel my writing is impacting lives. I feel I have purpose.” a
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FEATURE FOCUS | Wedding Guide
Winter Wedding Flowers By Hillary Knipstein
Glistening snow, warm candlelight, and rich colors: Winter can provide a stunning backdrop for a wedding. Winter weddings provide a welcome reprieve for friends and families to come in from the cold and celebrate a new beginning. Another perk? Winter wedding flowers.
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Trista Rose Miller, Owner and Lead Designer of Rose’s Bouquets: A Weddings-Only Florist, shared some insights on winter wedding flowers, from bridal bouquets to wedding decor.
cascade of greenery,” Miller advised. Luckily, flowers like cool weather. As long as temperatures don’t fall too far below thirty-five degrees, she noted that there’s no need to stress about how bouquets will stand up to outdoor photos.
HAIR FLOWERS: Hair flowers remain popular regardless of the season. For winter weddings, Miller said winter brides exchange summer’s big floral crowns for more simple displays featuring a few blooms with greenery and a traditional veil.
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EVERYTHING’S IN SEASON: Miller assures winter brides that they aren’t limited to using “in season” flowers or breaking the budget. “Most popular wedding flowers like roses, garden roses, spray roses, hydrangeas, stock, freesia, calla lilies, oriental or Asiatic lilies, ranunculus, orchids, alstromeria, delphinium, larkspur, gerbera daisies, mums and most greenery options are available year-round with little, if any, price change throughout seasons,” she said. However, a few more specialty options like peonies, dahlias and anemones, will be subject to seasonal availability.
DRAMATIC WINTER BLOOMS: During winter months, wedding flowers and arrangements incorporate more saturated tones like burgundy, navy and emerald greens. Some of Miller’s favorite blooms for winter weddings include garden roses in a rich burgundy tone, white anemones with their dark navy center, dark wine calla lilies, and champagne roses. “Amaryllis is a really fun bloom to take advantage of in the winter months,” said Miller. Don’t limit yourself to flowers, though. Miller notes that berries are a great choice for creating a traditional winter vibe, including hypericum, viburnum and brunia. 18
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DOUBLE DUTY: Miller noted that winter weddings can benefit from their venue’s existing holiday decor (assuming it matches the couple’s aesthetic) for automatic wedding ambiance. a photo courtesy of Rose’s Bouquets
GREENERY: “Greenery-heavy designs are still very popular and the boho trend shows no sign of slowing down,” said Miller. While traditional winter greenery like juniper, pine and cedar can add a beautiful seasonal touch, eucalyptus can add winter greenery in a more subtle way. Other benefits of eucalyptus? There are over 10 varieties in various textures and shapes, and its silvery-blue tones evoke “winter wonderland” vibes. Miller offered a word of caution to DIY winter brides planning to use pine or baby eucalyptus: “Use gloves and remember that sap is a hard thing to remove from skin, clothing and hair.”
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Winter Wedding Cakes Jaclyn Youhana Garver
Pure white icing on a wedding cake is called “royal icing” for a reason: Queen Victoria was the first to have it. “That classic design is especially popular for wedding cake trends this winter,” said Hetty Arts, owner of Hetty Arts Pastry. She broke down some of the most popular cake trends for winter weddings this year.
KEEP IT SIMPLE Winter wedding cakes in 2020 are pretty and simplistic. Icing is lightly feathered or ruffled ivory buttercream, or some skip the icing all together and opt for a layer of crumb coat buttercream so thin the cake still shows. “Simple decorating designs are made complete with fresh florals and hearty little decorations like berries or small pine cones,” Arts said, adding that simplistic designs are timeless. “Pretty shades of white and ivory never go out of style and have been wedding cake icons since the beginning of time.”
DEEP COLORS AND PALE GRAY Many couples opt for cakes with dark red berries and flowers and wintery greens for their winter wedding cakes. Arts also receives orders for cakes that are off white or pale slate gray, as well as cakes that include a touch of icy blue. These color choices don’t have any big pop of color. 20
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Arts is receiving winter wedding cake orders calling for decadent flavors: rich chocolate cake with dark chocolate ganache filling and spice cakes with cinnamon whipped cream or brown butter cream filling.
JUST SAY “NO” Arts has noticed a number of once-popular general cake trends that few couples would choose this winter. Cakes aren’t heavily decorated, and they don’t have brightly colored fondant designs. There aren’t a lot of piped
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“In winter, we both see and recommend fewer true summer flavors and garnishes like fresh summer berries and refreshing, light flavors,” she said. “Those are just enjoyed best when our local season here allows for them.” a
Resource: Hetty Arts Pastry, Fort Wayne, 260.444.1987, hettyartspastry.com
• $30 million — The price of the most expensive wedding cake ever commissioned, for New York City socialite Devorah Rose. Reports say the cake was decorated with diamonds, emeralds, sapphires and rubies. • 10,000 pounds — Amount of cake batter used by bakers to create a wedding cake for the Mohegan Sun casino in Connecticut. The cake was 17 feet tall, used 4,810 pounds of icing and weighed 15,032 pounds. • 17th century — The beginning of the groom’s cake tradition. It was historically a fruitcake, to symbolize fertility. • 1655 — When the Banbury cake, the first sweet wedding cake, appeared. The cake is a flat, spiced, currant-filled, oval-shaped pastry often paired with tea. Originally, guests broke bread and rolls at weddings. – Source: The Knot
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Hosting IDEAS the Bridal Shower AND INSPIRATION By Lauren Caggiano
In winter, oftentimes we just want to stay warm and cozy at home, but that doesn’t have to put a damper on planning a bridal shower. Bailey Hill, wedding coordinator at Blush Bridal Beauty and Boutique in Fort Wayne, knows how to make any event sparkle and shine — and that includes bridal showers. First things first: pick a venue and go from there. “A bridal shower doesn’t have to be at someone’s home,” she said. “You can add elements for a homey feel to any venue; transform it to make your guest of honor and guests feel like they are at home.” You might consider a theme like a cozy flannel and frost bridal shower. You can play on the crisp weather outside with the cozy, warm feeling of flannel. You might take it a step further and host a “flannel and fizz” shower theme, with the addition of a champagne/mimosa bar. Who doesn’t love a little bubbly on a special occasion? If you’re looking for more general inspiration, Hill said it’s easy to impress without having to (over) think about every little detail. Food and drink alone can set the tone. For example, she said it helps to offer a menu that includes favorite comfort food staples and hot foods. Her advice: 22
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“Create a fun DIY cocoa bar or even a coffee and tea bar.” Food and drink may be the main event, but the details also matter in making a statement. Hill said event planners said the season is just one factor of many. “The wedding may be in a different season, but you can still bring in some style from the wedding to the winter bridal shower to make it more special and personal for the bride,” she said. “If she likes the rustic feel, you can add in wooden signs for the food and beverage areas, and/or place winter greens on the tables for decor.” But don’t stop here. Hill is a fan of incorporating warm elements to the shower, such as
candles and blankets. “This can help the flow of the shower when you may have games and when the bride is opening gifts,” she explained. Lastly, bring Mother Nature inside with earthy table decor that wows. Winter centerpieces should be easy because there’s no shortage of festive options this time of year. Consider poinsettias, amaryllis, holly, topiaries or even some branches from your yard. Spray paint them white or silver and place them in a vase. Ornaments, cranberries or pinecones in vases also make great, affordable centerpieces. Whatever your pleasure, the bride is sure to feel special with you at the helm. a
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While it’s easy to let the stress of an impending wedding bog you down, there’s at least one night that should be worry-free and overflowing with celebration—the bachelorette party. We’re here to help you maids-ofhonor plan an evening of entertainment, whether it be casual or classy, a night in or a night on the town. When planning your celebration, just remember that it’s all about fun. Get to know the group you’re hosting beforehand so that you can plan accordingly. FOR THE ADVENTUROUS If you’re looking for a little more than a casual get-together, plan a trip to Fort Wayne Escape Room! Choose one of four challenging experiences like solving a mystery in space or surviving a zombie apocalypse to put the ladies to the test. You can also create your own game for the evening by organizing a scavenger hunt for the group. Dance with a total stranger, take an embarrassing selfie, and loosen up a little bit for a night full of laughter and new experiences. Want to kick it up a notch? Make it a theme. Dress up as the bride’s favorite movie character, create your own t-shirts or embrace a past decade. You can always go the traditional route as well with sashes, tiaras and goofy accessories.
FOR THE CREATIVE For those with an artsy side, try scheduling a Board and Brush or Wine and Canvas experience. Help the girls bond over a glass of wine and some artistic expression. Create a gift for the bride or a memorable piece for yourself. Want to get creative with your look for the night? Host a makeover party. You can reserve Blush Bridal Boutique, located downtown for a private beauty bar. Their talented staff will help you achieve that perfect look whether the party is staying in or going out.
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Make it a classic party by hitting the town. Rent a trolley to get you safely from one venue to the next as you experience Fort Wayne nightlife. With dozens of bars offering music, dancing and cocktails, you’re sure to host a night to remember. Visit some of the coveted wineries and breweries in town like Country Heritage, Hop River or Kekionga Cider Company to drink local. Most venues have private spaces available. Don’t forget to make a stop at Fort Wayne’s new rooftop experience, Conner’s, located atop the Hampton Inn & Suites. Rain, sun or snow, the rooftop is a must-see, featuring seasonal craft cocktails and delicious tapas. a
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FEATURE | Feature Focus
NEW YEAR, NEW YOU! By Mary Jane Bogle
I’m not usually one to make New Year’s resolutions. Goodness knows there’s plenty of room for improvement in my life. I could always exercise more, eat less or do a better job of organizing the linen closet. The problem is, those goals sound much nicer when I write them down in December than they do in January when I actually have to do something about them.
Procrastinator—or optimist? Perhaps, deep down, I’m not so much a procrastinator as I am an eternal optimist, hoping that some magic pill or personal assistant will take care of those weight-loss or organization goals for me. Sadly, the world just doesn’t work that way. No matter how much I glare at it, that pile of laundry is never going to jump off the coffee table, saunter down the hallway and tuck itself neatly into the drawers. Those extra pounds I want to lose are not going to melt away on their own. So this year, instead of making unrealistic resolutions, I’m going to follow one simple principle that will help me reach my goals—and kick that procrastination habit for good.
Taking care of my “future self” The next time I’m tempted to avoid some dreaded task, I’m going to ask myself this simple question, “What will my ‘future self’ think about that? Does ‘future self’ really want to face a mound of dirty dishes stacked on the kitchen counter tomorrow morning?” If the answer is “no,” then I’ll do my future self a favor and wash those dishes now. She’ll be so happy to wake up to a bright, clean kitchen. 26
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This principle works for weight loss, too. I’m pretty sure that future Mary Jane doesn’t want to exercise for an extra hour tomorrow morning—or starve herself for half the day—just so that current Mary Jane can eat that super deluxe, double-chocolate fudge brownie right now. Even better, with a little extra meal planning, my future self can stave off cravings with a healthy diet, decreasing the urge to binge. The applications are limitless, really. Start a gratitude journal now so I can look back on all my blessings at the end of the year. I’m pretty sure taking five extra minutes to wash off makeup and apply a toner and moisturizer at the end of the day will make me MUCH happier when I look in the mirror, not just tomorrow but years down the road. Setting aside one afternoon to purge clothes I no longer wear will leave my future self with a clean, organized closet to face each day. And cracking down on spending through a yearly budget just might net me that dream vacation, as long as my current self doesn’t overspend. Forget about those nagging New Year’s resolutions. I can meet all my goals, just by taking care of my future self today. Now that’s a promise I can keep. a photos: shutterstock.com
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FEATURE | On Her Nightstand
On Her Nightstand By Wendy Stein
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Hi, I’m Betty Stein’s granddaughter. If you by chance were at her memorial service in August, you heard me share that those words were more than an identifier, they were what I thought my name was outside the family when I was growing up. My grandmother was known far and wide, and I am both honored and humbled to have this opportunity to carry on her column. And a little bit terrified. Fortunately, I also feel a little qualified, because I share my grandma’s love for reading. I grew up before we had devices in our hands all the time, and instead I carried a book everywhere. I would have hated to have had two free minutes when I could have been reading but there was nothing handy. And I’m a chronic rereader. I could make a list of the books I’ve read and reread until the pages were literally falling out, which is ridiculous, since I always have stacks of unread books waiting for my attention. But sometimes you must read “Little Women” again, right? Grandma mostly read and moved on, but she felt some books had to be read more than once to be sure you got the full impact: books like “Fahrenheit 451”, “The Red Badge of Courage”, and “All Quiet on the Western Front”. What was her favorite book? “To Kill a Mockingbird” by Harper Lee. She admired the warmth and humanity in Atticus Finch and his relationship with his children. She also loved poetry, one of our great divides - if it’s not a haiku or a limerick, it’s not my jam. I’m looking forward to learning what the women in our community are reading. I‘m always ready to add more books to that pile on my nightstand or my coffee table. I do know people were sometimes intimidated about talking to Grandma and wanted to have worthy answers for her about what they were reading. Let me assure you, you should have no such qualms with me. I am a devoted subscriber to Entertainment Weekly, and my favorite genre is YA (young adult). Grandma did read a fair amount of YA also, on the recommendations of her students so she could discuss books with them. Right now, I’m reading “The Commitment” by Dan Savage. It’s a memoir about same-sex marriage, but it was published in 2005 and it’s interesting to read it through the filter of time remembering how not that long ago it wasn’t legal most places. It’s one of the (many) books I brought home from Grandma’s incredibly diverse collection. Grandma loved writing this column. I’ll do my best to fill her shoes! a
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FEATURE | Motherhood
EXERCISE
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By Deborah C. Gerbers
Exercise during pregnancy is a wonderful way to stay fit and ensure both the health of your body and your baby’s. Done safely, prenatal fitness activities can benefit both you and baby in a variety of ways. It can ease nausea and discomfort, lessen swelling and bloat, stretch out muscles that need to be worked in order to support and stabilize your body during delivery, reduce stress and anxiety, and can also help produce endorphins, which will improve your allover mood. As with any activity, be sure to check with your doctor before exercising, and make sure to monitor your heart rate so that it stays within the recommended range and you don’t push yourself too hard. You might consider consulting with a professional; for example, a Registered Integrative Nutrition Expert at the Fertility & Midwifery Care Center in Fort Wayne can be a wealth of information and can help keep you safe and fit during your pregnancy. Once you’ve started a plan with your health care professional, here are a few activities to try and some tips on keeping yourself safe throughout your pregnancy: Swimming — Especially during the second and third trimester when you’re feeling your body change more and might feel more effects of weight gain and imbalance, swimming can be a great way to feel weightless and supported by the water. Walking — It’s easy, free and you can do it basically anywhere. Be sure to wear supportive athletic shoes with enough tread on the bottom to reduce the chance of losing your foot30
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ing. Whether it’s on a treadmill, local nature trail or just through the neighborhood, walking is a great way for you and baby to get moving. Prenatal Yoga — Stretching and gentle yoga moves can be ideal for improving blood flow throughout the body, and can also relieve stressed or sore muscles that often come with pregnancy. Be sure to know your limits, stay hydrated and don’t push yourself too far. Bicycling — Check first with your OB, but as long as you feel in control of your balance and don’t get your heart rate too high, riding your bike at an easy pace can be another good form of prenatal exercise. Just make sure to wear your helmet, stay on safe sidewalks and welllighted areas, and listen to your body. Here are some tips for safe and healthy fitness from womenshealth.gov:
• Take frequent breaks. • Don’t exercise on your back after the first trimester. This can put too much pressure on an important vein and limit blood flow to the baby. • Avoid jerky, bouncing and high-impact movements, as they may put you at risk of joint injury. • Be careful not to lose your balance. As your baby grows, your center of gravity shifts making you more prone to falls. For this reason, activities like jogging, using a bicycle, or playing racquet sports might be riskier as you near the third trimester. • Make sure you drink lots of fluids before, during and after exercising. • Do not workout in extreme heat or humidity. • If you feel uncomfortable, short of breath, or tired, take a break and take it easier when you exercise again. Stop exercising and call your doctor as soon as possible if you experience dizziness, headache, chest pain, abdominal pain, less fetal movement or contractions. a
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• When you exercise, start slowly, progress gradually and cool down slowly.
Women’s Health Advantage (heradvantage.org)
• You should be able to talk while exercising. If not, you may be overdoing it.
Fitpregnancy.org
Office on Women’s Health (womenshealth.gov) Fertility & Midwifery Care Center (fertilityandmidwifery.com)
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FEATURE | Finances
2020 Financial Forecast The New Year is a time for optimism and a sense of wanting to take charge. This looks different for everyone, but many of us think about how we’re doing with our money. Maybe you want to get a grip on finances that have been derailed by events in 2019. Or maybe you are pleased with your current money situation and would like to challenge yourself to do even better. Whatever your financial status, it’s a good idea to take stock of your finances each year. We’ve gathered some information from Ric Runestad, president, CEO and investment advisor at Runestad Financial Advisors, to assist you in making your January finance resolutions a reality. (Note: The information presented is general knowledge to get you started and is not intended as specific advice for any particular individual situation.) Runestad said, “Create a goal and a budget. It’s also good to do an inventory of your finances at the start of the year to see if there are improvements that can be made. For example, ask yourself, ‘do I have large amounts of money in a savings account that isn’t earning any interest?’” Next, consider if you have any debt and set a plan to reduce it. “If you want to eat an elephant, you do it one bite at a time,” he said.
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RIC’S TIPS ON DEBT: 1. Don’t get discouraged. 2. Don’t ignore it. Confront it and create a plan for how to deal with it. If you find yourself in a hole, the first thing to do is to stop digging. So if you’re in debt, don’t add anymore to it. 3. Create a plan to relieve your debt. Retire debt instruments with the highest rate of interest first. Also, if you have savings that is low yield and debt that is charging high interest, use those savings to pay off that debt. For example, if you have $10,000 in a savings account that is paying zero interest and $20,000 in credit card interest, use as much of that savings to pay down that debt as possible. If you can get a home equity line of credit or some other financing to get rid of credit card debt, that can be a great idea, as well, but only if you resolve to never carry a credit card balance again.
RIC’S TIPS FOR WHEN FINANCES ARE ON TRACK: People who find themselves in a position of having significant savings may want to consider hiring an advisor to help them manage it. Make sure you trust your advisor. You also need someone who is knowledgeable not just about investments, but about money management, as well. In today’s complex financial world, having someone to help you navigate can be extremely helpful. a
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Why did you start your business? I worked for Lynn, the original owner, throughout high school and when I was home during collage breaks. I always thought I would work for a local corporation dealing with fashion or design in some way. I have a very artistic mind, which helps immensely in purchasing, store sets, organizing, displaying, window design, etc. I graduated from Purdue with Communications and Organization, Leadership and Supervision Degrees and wasn’t able to find a career that was the right fit. In 2012, my soon-to-be husband and I decided to take the leap and purchase Lyn-Maree’s. I knew every part of the business and how to run it already so I knew I would be able to make it mine. What do you like best about owning your own business? The best part of owning my own business is getting to know my customers. In a smaller community, we have regulars and get to hear about their children, grandchildren, etc. It’s fun to be able to help them find something for a special date or their daughter’s wedding. The second thing I love about owning my own business is owning a business downtown. It makes me feel so connected to my community and I get to know the other local business owners and organizations and support them in the best way I can. This has been essential in starting our second business, Auburn Brewing Company, in downtown Auburn. What’s the best piece of business advice you’ve received? The BEST business advice I have received is from a college assignment from Mike Littlejohn, owner of Carbaugh Jewelers. He told me about the ‘hard truths’ of owning your own small business. Things like: You actually need to be open during your business hours; you need to have set hours; you can’t leave for lunch; you’ll never be rich; you’ll work wayyyy more hours, than anyone with a 9-5; and since you do all this work and wont ever get paid for your hours you put in, you just have to be okay with the other perks. Where is your favorite local place to shop? Typically, I shop the blocks around Lyn-Maree’s based on what I need. We are so lucky to have so many options: cute boutiques, wineries, breweries, Country Lane General Store, Atrium Artists, Paper Gourmet, Little Sprouts Children’s Boutique. Auburn has it all. a
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GLO GOES + TRAVEL | Can’t Miss
MUST ATTEND EVENTS New year, new decade! We’ve put together a list of our favorite events for the coming year. Save the dates. JUNE
JANUARY Savor Fort Wayne January 15-26 savorfortwayne.com Enjoy three-course, value-priced menus in the City of Restaurants from Jan. 15-26, 2020. View the list of participating restaurants online.
FEBRUARY
Fort Wayne Home & Garden Show February 27-March 1 Allen County War Memorial Colliseum, Fort Wayne home-gardenshow.com The Fort Wayne Home & Garden Show is celebrating its 47th year in 2020. With more than 650 exhibitors, it’s the place to see the latest in contemporary home and garden products and services. General admission tickets are $10; seniors, $6; and children, free.
APRIL Restore Your Passion February 6, 6-9 PM Restore, Fort Wayne habitatgfw.com/restore-your-passion The 3rd Annual ReStore Your Passion event benefits Habitat for Humanity’s Women Build program. The event features local food stations, cash bar and activities throughout the evening. Early bird tickets are $50 per person before January 10, and $60 after that.
Weather the Fort February 8, 3-9 PM The Landing, Fort Wayne weatherthefort.com/ Weather the Fort is an outdoor winter festival with live music, interactive art, ice carvers, fire dancers, fireworks, beer, food and many other activities. This event is free.
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Tapestry April 24, 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, Fort Wayne pfw.edu/tapestry/ Tapestry welcomes women in all stages of life, gathering them for a day of inspiration, renewal and education. The event includes shopping, breakout sessions, a silent auction and an inspiring keynote speaker.
Michiana Wine Festival April 25, noon-6 PM Headwaters East, Fort Wayne michianawinefestival.com Combine 100+ wine samples from Indiana wine vendors, a spring craft market, more than 10 local food trucks and live music -- ALL in one place! That’s the Michiana Wine Festival. Tickets are $30. This event is 21 and over.
GearFest 2020 June 26 & 27 Sweetwater, Fort Wayne sweetwater.com/gearfest/ The annual event serves as the nation’s largest musical instrument and audio gear trade show open to the general public. It features performances and panel discussions from some of the best in the music business, along with gear debuts from the industry’s top vendors.
Buskerfest June 27, 4-10 PM Corner of Wayne and Calhoun Streets, Downtown Fort Wayne downtownfortwayne.com/buskerfest Buskers are the highlight of BuskerFest with great performers scheduled throughout the event. Add an eclectic mix of random and unplanned performances and you have an amazing day of talent, originality, novelty and creativity from around the region. Look for living statues, chalk artists, aerialists, fire dancers, caricature artists, magicians, jugglers, mimes, painters, musicians, balloon artists and more.
JULY Three Rivers Festival Art in the Park July 11 & 12 Freimann Square, Downtown Fort Wayne threeriversfestival.org/art-in-the-park Art in the Park is a two-day, juried fine art show in the heart of beautiful downtown Fort Wayne. Located in Freimann Square on Main Street, Art in the Park celebrates artists from near and far in the center of our city’s arts campus.
Fort Wayne Pride Fest July 24 & 25 Headwaters Park, Fort Wayne fwpride.org The two-day event features live entertainment, vendor market, a beer tent, food plaza, workshops, tournaments, KidSpace and fun with the community.
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OCTOBER
Night of Lights November 25, 5:15-8 PM Downtown Fort Wayne downtownfortwayne.com/holidayfest
Francine’s Friends Lunch with Friends October, TBD francinesfriends.org
The Night of Lights includes holiday lighting ceremonies from great downtown businesses and organizations, including the Santa and his reindeer at the PNC Bank building. The fun doesn’t stop after the lightings as great family events and activities will be happening throughout the evening all around Downtown Fort Wayne.
Francine’s Friends Mobile Mammography annual Lunch with Friends event and fundraiser provides an opportunity for guests to visit with their friends while honoring and celebrating breast cancer survivors and raising funds for mammograms.
Wild Zoo Halloween October, TBD Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo, Fort Wayne kidszoo.org Enjoy a “merry-not-scary” Halloween at the zoo. See all of your favorite zoo animals while you explore the Treat Trails, pick a mini pumpkin to bring home, and experience plenty more kid-friendly activities. Don’t forget to wear your Halloween costumes!
Festival of Gingerbread November 24-December 15 The History Center, Fort Wayne fwhistorycenter.com Local gingerbread artists submit their icing and gumdrop masterpieces to be judged in the Gingerbread contest, as well as to be seen by the public. Each year there are more than 100 gingerbread submissions, with prizes awarded in a number of competitive categories.
Taste of the Arts August 28 & 29 Arts Campus, Fort Wayne artsunited.org/tasteofthearts Taste of the Arts Festival celebrates and supports the rich diversity of arts and cultural experiences in our vibrant community. The festival is open to all, providing access to art culture, food, drinks and more.
SEPTEMBER
Hobnobben Film Festival October, TBD Cinema Center, Fort Wayne cinemacenter.org/hobnobben-film-festival Hobnobben Film Festival celebrates the art of film and filmmaking, featuring an eclectic mix of international, regional, student and locally produced films. The festival is presented by Fort Wayne Cinema Center, a nonprofit film organization serving the community since 1976.
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Embassy Festival of Trees November 25- December 2 Embassy Theatre, Fort Wayne fwembassytheatre.org/ Festival of Trees is one of the region’s most anticipated holiday traditions. Lobbies of the Embassy Theatre and Indiana Hotel are transformed into a wonderland of decorated trees. The festival is Embassy’s largest annual fundraising event. Tickets are $8/adult, $4/youth ages 4-12, children 3 and under free (ticket required). a
Be a Tourist in Your Own Hometown September 13, Noon-5 PM visitfortwayne.com/events/be-a-tourist Visit 16 Fort Wayne museums and attractions for FREE on Sunday, September 13, 2020, from noon until 5pm.
Johnny Appleseed Festival September 19 & 20 Johnny Appleseed Park, Fort Wayne johnnyappleseedfest.com Fort Wayne is home to the grave of the late John Chapman—aka Johnny Appleseed—and we devote an entire weekend to his legacy. OF FORT WAYNE The festival is located at Johnny Appleseed Park during the third weekend in September. Visitors can expect old-fashioned fun, amazing food, and row after row of artisan shopping.
Boys & Girls Clubs SMART Girls/Brilliant Women November, TBD Grand Wayne Center, Fort Wayne bgcfw.org/event/smart-girls-brilliant-women/ This event is a fundraiser that supports yearlong programs and involves hundreds of young women who learn about health and fitness, positive lifestyle choices, social skills and self-esteem. Education and academic performance are also critical aspects of the program. The annual Smart Girls/Brilliant Women luncheon marks the accomplishment of these young women, honors top nominees and designates a “Smart Girl of the Year.”
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ALL ABOUT YOU | TO-DO LIST
Januaryto-do list . . . By Ray Balogh
1 | Wednesday | “Public Hike: First Day Hike” Welcome the new year in the outdoors, exercising and connecting with nature. Dress for the weather, rubber boots recommended. Free admission. 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m., Eagle Marsh barn, 6801 Engle Road, Fort Wayne. 260.478.2515, lrwp.org.
2-4 | Thursday-Saturday | “Shipshewana’s Lights of Joy” Drive-thru light experience featuring more than 2 million LED lights in mile-long display of various light scenes. $15/car 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Thursday, $20/car 6 p.m.-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, throughout Shipshewana.. 260.768.4129, shipshewanaslightsofjoy.com.
3 | Friday | First Friday Live entertainment, food, kid’s activities, shopping, evening specials and more. Free admission. 5 p.m.-8 p.m., downtown Wabash. 260.563.0975, wabashmarketplace.org.
5 | Sunday | Mather Sunday Lecture Series “Classic Restaurants of Fort Wayne” presented by Keith Elchert and Laura Weston. Lecture and book signing. Free admission. 2 p.m., The History Center, 302 E. Berry St., Fort Wayne. 260.426.2882, fwhistorycenter.com.
5 | Sunday | Flea Market Nearly 100 indoor vendors, hot food available. Sponsored by the Adams County Coin Club. 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Riverside Center, 231 E. Monroe St. (Highway 224 East), Decatur. Contact Carla at 260.517.8182, facebook.com/decaturindianafleamarket.
7, 14, 21, 28 | Tuesday | “Little River Ramblers”
Hike and explore the interesting plants and wildlife of Eagle Marsh. Bring binoculars for a close-up view. Sponsored by Little River Wetlands Project. Free admission. 9 a.m.-11 p.m., Eagle Marsh barn, 6801 Engle Road, Fort Wayne. 260.478.2515, info@lrwp.org, lrwp.org.
9 | Thursday | “Breakfast on the Marsh: Wetlands Project: 2020 Vision” Betsy Yankowiak speaks about accomplishments, upcoming projects, and events that LRWP has in the making for 2020. For 50 years and older. A light breakfast will be served. Call to preregister. Free admission. 8:30 a.m.-9:45 a.m., Indiana Wesleyan Education & Conference Center, Room 102/104, 8211 W. Jefferson Blvd., Fort Wayne. Register with Aly Munger at a.munger@lrwp.org or 260.478.2515, lrwp.org.
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15 | Wednesday | “Short Hikes for Short Legs: The Life Cycle of a Snowflake” Answer questions like “Why does it snow?”, “Why is snow white?”, and more. Free admission, open to children 3-5 accompanied by responsible adult. 9 a.m.-10 a.m., Eagle Marsh barn, 6801 Engle Road, Fort Wayne. 260.478.2515, lrwp.org. 40
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Niswonger Performing Arts Center
• Through Jan. 5, “Christmas Connections” holiday exhibit, regular admission • Through Jan. 5, “Garden in Lights” (through Jan. 5), regular admission • Saturday, Jan. 11, 1st Garden Glimpse showcase exhibit opening day, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., regular admission • Saturday, Jan. 11 through April 12, “Dog Days of Winter” garden exhibit, regular admission • Saturday, Jan. 25, Winterval at the Conservatory, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., regular admission Adults $5, children (3-17) $3, children (2 and under) free. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Thursday, noon-4 p.m. Sunday, Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun St., Fort Wayne. 260.427.6440, botanicalconservatory.org.
• Thursday, Jan. 23, “The Bandstand,” 7:30 p.m., $75/$70/$65/$60/$55/$50 • Sunday, Jan. 26, Jeanne Robertson, 3 p.m., $65/$45/$35/$25/$20 Niswonger Performing Arts Center, 10700 SR 118, Van Wert. 419.238.6722, npacvw.org.
Embassy Theatre • Sunday, Jan. 26, Darci Lynne Farmer: “Fresh Out of the Box Tour,” 6 p.m. Fort Wayne Embassy Theatre, 125 W. Jefferson Blvd., Fort Wayne. 800.745.3000, fwembassytheatre.org.
Memorial Coliseum • Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 4-5, Winter Bridal Spectacular, noon-4 p.m. Saturday, noon-3 p.m. Sunday, call for admission prices • Friday through Sunday, Jan. 10-12, All American Outdoor Expo, noon-9 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, call for admission prices • Tuesday through Thursday, Jan. 14-16, Fort Wayne Farm Show, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday, 9 a.m-8 p.m. Wednesday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday, call for admission prices • Friday through Sunday, Jan. 24-26, Mizpah Shrine Circus & Fair, 7 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m., 2:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, 1 p.m. and 5:45 p.m. Sunday, $14 ages 2 and older • Thursday through Sunday, Jan. 30-Feb. 2, Fort Wayne RV & Camping Show, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, free admission Parking $6 main lot, $10 preferred lot. Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, 4000 Parnell Ave., Fort Wayne. 260.482.9502, memorialcoliseum.com.
Honeywell Center • Winter Bash Movies, 1 p.m. and 7 p.m.: Thursday, Jan. 2, “The Secret Life of Pets 2”; Friday, Jan. 3, “Toy Story 4,” free admission • Wednesday, Jan. 8, Bandstand: the Tony-Winning Broadway Musical, 7:30 p.m., $58/$45 • Sunday, Jan. 19, “The Elvis Tribute Spectacular,” 3 p.m., $75/$39 • Wednesday, Jan. 22, “Mark Nizer’s 4D Theatre: Sciencesplosion,” 10 a.m. and noon, $10 • Thursday, Jan. 23, “Mark Nizer’s 4-D Theatre,” 7:30 p.m., $25/$15 Ford Theater, Honeywell Center, 275 W. Market St., Wabash. 260.563.1102, honeywellcenter.org.
Fort Wayne Museum of Art Exhibitions • Glass Sculpture from the Collection (ongoing) • Planes, Trains & Automobiles: Classic Toys and Americana (ongoing) • Day of the Dead/Dia de los Muertos (through Jan. 26) • The Mexican Mask Collection of Helmuth & Terrie Goede (through Jan. 26) • More Than Four Walls: Photographs by Lucy Bell Seaton (through Feb. 16) • David Shapiro: Transcendent Abstractions (through Feb. 16) • Margaret Burroughs: Faces of My People (through Feb. 23) • Theotokos: Contemporary Visions of Mary by Elly Tullis (through March 8) Adults $8, students (pre-K through college) $6, seniors (65 and older) $6, families $20, free admission for veterans and veterans’ families, free general admission 5 p.m.-8 p.m. every Thursday. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday; 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Thursday; noon-5 p.m. Sunday (closed Mondays), Fort Wayne Museum of Art, 311 E. Main St., Fort Wayne. 260.422.6467, fwmoa.org.
Shipshewana Blue Gate Theatre • Thursday through Saturday, Jan. 2-4, “A Christmas Treeship,” 7 p.m. Thursday and Friday, 1 p.m. Friday, $38.95, dinner and theater $56.95 • Friday, Jan. 3, “The Heart Behind the Music” Songwriter’s Showcase starring Mo Pitney, John Ford Coley and Lenny LeBlanc, 7 p.m., $44.95, dinner and theater $62.95 • Saturday, Jan. 4, David Pendleton, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., $19.95, dinner and theater $37.95 • Friday and Saturday, Jan. 10-11, Booth Brothers,7 p.m. Friday, 2 p.m. Saturday, $39.95, dinner and theater $57.95 • Friday, Jan. 17, BIlly Dean, 7 p.m., $39.95, dinner and theater $57.95 • Saturday, Jan. 18, The Talleys, 7 p.m., $24.95, dinner and theater $42.95 • Friday, Jan. 24, Doug Stone, 7 p.m., $39.95, dinner and theater $57.95 • Saturday, Jan. 25, Jason Crabb, 4 p.m., $44.95, dinner and theater $61.95 • Friday, Jan. 31, Laura Story, 7 p.m., $49.95, dinner and theater $67.95 175 N. Van Buren St., Shipshewana. 888.447.4725, thebluegate.com. a
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For an appointment, call 260.483.1847 or 1.800.727.8439, ext. 68120. 1/2 PPG Albion – 817 Trail Ridge Rd, Albion 1/3 Kroger – 4120 N Clinton, FW 46805 1/6 HealthVisions – 2135 S Hanna St #300, Fort Wayne 1/8 Walmart – 7502 Southtown Crossing, FFort Wayne 1/13 Kroger – 5725 Coventry , Fort Wayne 1/14 PPG Rudisill – 1007 S Rudisill Blvd, Ste B101, Fort Wayne 1/17 Home Sweet Home Private Senior Care – 419 N Wayne St, Angola 1/20 PPG Huntington – 2708 Guilford, Huntington 1/21 McMahon Best-One Tire – 4201 Coldwater Road, Fort Wayne 1/22 Canterbury Green – 2727 Canterbury Blvd, Fort Wayne 1/24 Park Center – 909 E State St, Fort Wayne 1/27 Avalon Missionary Church – 1500 Lower Huntington Rd, Fort Wayne 1/28 Paul Harding Jr High School – 6501 Wayne Trace, Fort Wayne | JANUARY GLO 2020 |
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ALL ABOUT YOU | Glo-roscopes
glo-roscopes
By Julie Young
Capricorn (December 22 - January 19)
Cancer (June 21 - July 22)
You have resolved to live a healthier lifestyle, and you will find energy in new stimulants. Substitute a walk for a nap and a glass of water for coffee or other caffeinated beverage. Stick to your goals and you will be amazed at your progress.
Remember that journal you haven’t used in a while? It’s time to crack it open, record your thoughts and explore your ideas. When you put some of these intentions to the test, you will inspire others along the way. Just a few minutes a day can be very transformative.
Aquarius (January 20 - February 18)
Leo (July 23 - August 22)
You will be better at handling stress if you make the commitment to remain cool, calm and collected in every situation that used to drive you over the edge. Take a breath, work the problem and before long, it will be in the past. This is the year to get a grip on your life.
Learn to say no this year to anything that does not inspire you or bring you joy. Don’t agree to anything without weighing all of your options. You’ll resent the pressure you feel by committing to something before you are ready. Take back your power, Leo.
Pisces (February 19 - March 20)
Virgo (August 23 - September 22)
This year, bring in something new and throw out something old – not necessarily in that order. If you remain open to changes that the New Year provides, you will be able to transform your life for the better.
Aries (March 21 - April 19) You’ve been putting yourself last for far too long, so this year, take some time for yourself. Stretch your body, mind and spirit on a number of levels and find out what you are capable of when you make yourself a priority. There’s no stopping the power that you’ll find inside.
Taurus (April 20 - May 20) Make a point of laughing everyday. Stressful moments constrict your creativity and mental processing. Finding the humor in every situation will help you cut through the tension and get everything flowing once again. That’s when you will be at your best.
Gemini (May 21 - June 20) This is the year to work on your self-image and address your social concerns. Small improvements can lead to big changes. Old habits are hard to break, but if anyone can do it, you can. Remember the journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. 42
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This year, give yourself something to look forward to and then put all of your energy and efforts into meeting that goal. Whether it is that once-in-a-lifetime vacation, a new home or car, you can achieve it if you set the goal and do everything in your power to make those dreams a reality.
Libra (September 23 - October 22) You will go on a spiritual journey this year and it’s anyone’s guess what you will discover. Take the time to find out who you really are, what you want and how you can make that happen. A number of doors will open for you, but discernment is the key to success.
Scorpio (October 23 - November 21) Learn something new this year through a free program at your local library. Knowledge is power and when you take up something you are genuinely interested in, it will lead to more self-discovery. Make the most of this newfound interest.
Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21) A New Year is a brand new start, and it’s time to let go of those things that are dragging you down. Your load will be lighter and you will feel better than ever when you stop wasting your precious resources on something (or someone) that is not good for you. a
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