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Should I Get Dentures?.....................5Adult Recommend Braces................6Grow Where You Are Planted............7 Peripheral Arterial Disease............8-9

But You Look Good.........................10 You Can Rest When You’re Dead....11 Attitude of Gratitude.........................12 Back to School Juicing.....................13The Power of Persistence................14 What You Don’t Know......................15

Change Your Life in 2014..................16 Personal Financial Trends...............17The Dill’s Homebuying Experience..18Managing Work-Life Balance..........19 First Time Homebuyer Programs.....20Test imonia ls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

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What a fantastic summer! My oldest son just got married - a destination wedding, which allowed us a wonderful trip to Jamaica. If you have never been on an all inclusive vacation, I highly recommend it.

They really do things at a much more leisurely pace and it was so wonderful - no cell phone or computers for a whole week. Sun, swimming, sailing, and I even attempted paddleboarding. The food was great and so were the evening shows, I especially liked the steel drum show.

I bring all of that up because the biggest benfit of that trip was that I was able to recharge my batteries so to speak and it was way overdue. So, even if you can’t take a week off from work, take a day here or there or really utilize your days off to get a little relaxation / me time. You are worth it and you deserve it.

Also, if you’ve been putting off those doctor visits - stop - you need to take care of yourself so you’ll be around to continue taking care of everyone else.

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Dentures are never fun for anybody. Of course the best thing is to keep your own teeth and that is mostly

because it can actually help you to live longer. It is estimated that losing all of one’s teeth can shorten one’s lifespan by ten years. This is because when you lose your teeth you lose a lot of your biting force.

After five years of wearing dentures the biting force is reduced by about 75%. Af-ter fifteen years the biting force is reduced even further. Without a strong biting force you are not able to chew as well and get the same nutrition as having teeth. The potential malnutrition that occurs contrib-utes greatly to the decrease in life expec-tancy.

The roots of your teeth help keep the jaw bone stimulated and healthy. When you remove all the roots of the teeth the jaw bone actually begins to waste away. You are left with a smaller and smaller bone ridge for the denture to adhere to. This makes it incredibly difficult to get a den-ture to comfortably remain in the mouth when you eat. About one-half of denture wearers say that they prefer to eat with their dentures out of their mouth than with their dentures. This has an enormous effect on what they can eat and again on their nutrition. People tend to eat only softer foods. They sometimes cook their food, especially vegetables, to make them soft and then they lose nutritional value and/or fiber content.

People have a lot of issues with dentures. Nearly half of all denture wearers experi-ence Candida, a yeast-like infection. People experience alterations in speech pronunciation and some cosmetic dif-ferences. Successful denture wear takes practice and some patience to adapt and get used to a new way of chewing, speaking and denture maintenance.

I realize that some people need to get dentures. My advice is to keep your teeth for as long as you possibly can. Fight hard

to keep them so you don’t start losing bone at an early age. If you do have to get dentures I feel it is very important to get a good denture. Making a decent denture, in my opinion, requires several different appointments. You need to start with a good impression. The next step, called border molding, is a process which gets the form of the gums and surrounding tissues. Then you next have an appoint-ment to make sure the bite will be correct. If you have already had teeth extracted then you would do what’s called a wax try-in of the not yet complete denture to see if it fits and the teeth look as natural as possible. After this the denture is made. Any shortcuts on these steps can result in a compromise in the quality of the den-ture.

Because of all the above issues, if I had to have a denture I would prefer to invest in implants. Implant technology is rapidly

advancing and there are now some very good options for denture patients. I recommend what is called an implant bridge. This is a very good option in place of individual implants to replace all of your teeth. Four to six implants are placed and a bridge is attached to these implants. It is not like a denture because there is nothing that covers the roof of your mouth or pushes against your tongue. You get some bone stimulation from the implants which helps protect the bone. The bridge doesn’t move when you eat because it is secured with the implants and so you don’t have the same problems eating that you would with a denture. This is an expensive option but if you consider the benefits, especially a potentially longer life expectancy and the enjoyment of eating

what you like, it is well worth every dime.

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Maybe you did not want ‘braces’ when you were a teenager.

Now you’re an adult and you notice your teeth have shifted, and have discolored. You do not like to smile.

According to respondents to a recent study (1), conducted on behalf of the American Association of Orthodontists, 75% of adults surveyed reported improvements in career and personal relationships which they attributed to their post-orthodontic treatment smile. 92% of respondents say they would recommend orthodontic treatment to other adults.

The respondents were asked what their concerns were prior to treatment:“What will others think?”“How will I look?”“Am I too old?”

An overwhelming majority said the concerns went away shortly after treatment began: “With an attractive smile you can face your career and personal relationships with confidence.”“A more brilliant smile and the straightest teeth...gave me confidence to do anything.”“I found someone who cared about me.”

When I meet with new patients at Orthodontics on Silverlake, my team and I get to know you and listen to what you hope to accomplish. We review before and after pictures together, and help you understand what to expect as your smile improves

over time.

Both Invisalign and braces, with a well-prepared treatment plan, continue to yield excellent results for our adult patients.

Call us at 302-672-7776 to start planning your new smile today!

(1) Data from the 2012 AAO Economics of Orthodontics Survey (formerly the Annual Economic Survey and Biennial Patient Census Survey)

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This is by far the most organized operation I have had the pleasure of being a part of. Appointments are always spot on and the staff is always smiling and friendly! Thank you for the impeccable experience every single time! - Kym K.

Dr. Steckel is very courteous & professional. She and her staff take the extra care to make sure you are comfortable and your visit is as painless as it can be. I smile because of her :) - Anurag G.

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By Dr. Stephanie SteckelDr. Stephanie Steckel is a diplomat of the American Board of Orthodontics, and started her Dover orthodontic practice in 1995. She is a graduate of UCLA School of Dentistry, and she completed her postdoctoral specialty education at the Georgia Health Sciences University in Augusta, Georgia. At Orthodontics on Silver Lake (OSL) in Dover, she and her OSL team provide excellent orthodontic experiences and results for her patients. The science behind orthodontic treatment continues to evolve, in many cases resulting in greater comfort and predictability for our patients. Dr. Steckel’s experience as a general dentist prior to specializing means more coordinated care with your family dentist. Our OSL team is also proud to support the local community in numerous educational, sports and volunteer activities.

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By Kathi Naumann Kathi Naumann has devoted her physical therapy career to stroke rehabilitation. She is the owner and founder of StrokeandSupport.com and NaturalNutritionServices.com, specializing in the holistic care of stroke patients and their caregivers. Her passion amplified when she become a caregiver for her own father who suffered a massive stroke at age 60.

Prior to becoming a business owner, Kathi obtained an Associates Degree in Physical Therapy, a BA degree from Thomas Edison, and holds a Holistic Health Coach Certification from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition in Manhattan. She has 23 years of experience in neurological rehabilitation with an affinity for care of the whole family after a stroke has occurred. Kathi is the Executive Director of the Dragonfly Heart Camp and co-created a teen retreat program for children who are transitioning from child-centered care to adult care for a Cardiologist at Johns Hopkins Pediatric Cardiology Department. She is very proud that her third retreat will be held December of this year.

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In the last issue I wrote about being our true authentic self in a world

where we feel like we need to fit it. In this issue I am going to address survival in a caregiver’s changing world.

Having a physical disability today is not easy. Although, here in the US, society is starting to adapt by creating an environment where it is easier to move around if you are handicapped, I still scratch my head and wonder how and why some buildings do not have clear access for handicapped persons. This not only leads to frustration for the caregiver, it isolates them and the stroke victim even more. They are forced to stay close to home and can no longer explore and live their lives to the fullest.

As a caregiver, your life now has many challenges and you may be wondering how you are going to be everything to everyone and still take care of yourself.

Spiritual nutrition is incredibly healing and powerful. Whether or not we feel we have a meaningful life plays an important role in wellness. Having a sense of belonging and a spiritual practice, or something that gives us an underlying reason to be, makes all the difference in our health.

As a holistic health coach I encourage people to have a spiritual practice. In no way do I tell people what their practice should be. For some, they follow their traditional religion of birth. Others explore Eastern religion or new age spirituality, or evolve an integrative approach. Personally, I say whatever makes the day turn into night and night turn into day, winter turn to spring and spring into summer, whatever

keeps all the stars and planets going around perfectly in their orbits, creates new buds in spring and moves old leaves to drop away in autumn can surely look after this one little life of mine.

Seeing myself as a microscopic part of the universe is what spiritual nutrition means to me. By staying in harmony with the order of the universe, I feel that I am in the right place at the right time doing the right thing just like all the other major elements in motion. Even though, at times it may feel like we, the caregivers have been dealt a bad hand, we really are in the right place at the right time.

Synchronicity indicates the subtle interaction between individual will and universal law. Where a person can read the signs, see the way the wind is blowing, feel the direction in which life wants to go and then use his or her creativity and intelligence to help it happen in the best possible manner. We always meet the right people at the right time to lead us to the next place in our lives. It can be incredibly rewarding once we develop a knack for noticing and welcoming synchronicity.

It is easy to embrace synchronicity when things are going well, but there are times when things seem to conspire against us. Some days the computer decides to crash, I get stuck behind a tractor on the way to work and just in time to find that the only parking spot is a ½ mile away. Three or four things all seem to conspire synchronistically, preventing me from doing whatever I think I need to do.

These frustrating moments lead to interpretations popping into my

mind, including the self-defeating attitude that life is against me. I know that life is never against me or anyone. In these situations, the most effective strategy is to pause for a few minutes and reflect on the balance between the antagonism of life and my desire to achieve my goals. Sometimes, it is to my advantage that my goals are delayed a little. Maybe I am trying to push events faster than they should go and occasionally I am reminded about the power of synchronicity. Have you ever come across an accident and realized that if you had not been delayed a few minutes, it could have been you?

Take a break. Step back. Reflect.

Life is a delicate balance between two extremes, between will and let go, between goals and spontaneous impulse. We need to learn how to walk a middle path, be open to chance, be sensitive to the natural flow of events, all the while not throwing away our own determined idea of where we want to go.

I’m not suggesting that you give up on all efforts and swing to the opposite extreme. Don’t deliberately select signs and signals from tragic events to abandon your goals. Stroke happens and it happens to good people. Take some time to increase your awareness by sitting and watching your breath, sit silently with your eyes closed and allow yourself to be with yourself. Like yoga, it quiets the busy mind, relaxes the body and brings a sense of well-being in tune with existence.

There are many forms of spiritual practices and I could go on by listing other forms, but in the end it all comes down to one thing.

The more steps we take to bring our individual lives into alignment with the whole of existence, the more complete we feel.

As I reflect back on the past two years, I am reminded of the adversity I faced while creating this Stroke Support & Survival Guide. There were many times where I could have given in, followed the path of others and given up on my dreams and aspirations. Instead, I took a break, I stepped back and I reflected. I thought about all the people that need my help and support around stroke. I would think: why should anyone have to endure the difficulties of stroke when I can help them? I feel like it is my duty and obligation to society to stop the suffering and confusion associated with stroke and recovery. If I can help it, I will not let history repeat itself.

If you know someone who has had a stroke and is need of support or needs help to understand the American Health Care System, email me at [email protected] or visit strokeandsupport.com to receive 7 Free Video Tips. You’ll be set on the right track to take your stroke survivor to a higher level of recovery!


Have you ever had to cut a day of shopping or sightseeing short,

or have you given up on golf because you can no longer walk the course due to pain in your legs? You may have a condition known as Peripheral Arterial Disease or “PAD”.

Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is a common circulatory problem affecting 15-20% of Americans age 65 and older in which narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to your limbs. About 1 in every 20 Americans over the age of 50 has PAD, and it appears to be more prevalent in women than men. When you develop PAD, your extremities — usually your legs — don’t receive enough blood flow to keep up with demand. This causes symptoms, most notably leg pain, heaviness, tightness or aching when walking (intermittent claudication). PAD is also likely to be a sign of a more widespread accumulation of fatty deposits in your arteries (atherosclerosis). This condition may reduce blood flow to your heart and brain as well as your legs. Often, you can successfully treat peripheral artery disease by eliminating tobacco use, exercising and eating a healthy diet.

While many people with PAD have mild or no symptoms, some people have leg pain when walking, which is called intermittent claudication. Intermittent claudication symptoms include muscle pain or cramping in your legs or arms that’s triggered by activity such as walking, but disappears after a few minutes of rest. The location of the pain depends on the location of the clogged or narrowed artery. Calf pain

is the most common location. The severity of intermittent claudication varies widely, from mild discomfort to debilitating pain. Severe intermittent claudication can make it hard for you to walk or do other types of physical activity.

If PAD progresses, pain may even occur when you’re at rest or when you’re lying down (ischemic rest pain). It may be intense enough to disrupt sleep. Hanging your legs over the edge of your bed or walking around your room may temporarily relieve the pain.

PAD is often caused by atherosclerosis. In atherosclerosis, fatty deposits (plaques) build up in your artery walls and reduce blood flow. Although the heart is usually the focus of atherosclerosis, this disease can and usually does affect arteries throughout your body. When it occurs in the arteries supplying blood to your limbs, it causes PAD. Less commonly, the cause of PAD may be blood vessel inflammation, inherited vascular disorders, injury to your limbs, unusual anatomy of your ligaments or muscles, or radiation exposure.

If your PAD is caused by a buildup of plaques in your blood vessels (atherosclerosis), you’re also at risk of developing “critical limb ischemia.” This condition begins as open sores that don’t heal, an injury, or an infection of your feet or legs. Critical limb ischemia occurs when such injuries or infections progress and can cause tissue death (gangrene), sometimes requiring amputation of the affected limb. You are also at risk for developing stroke or heart attack. The atherosclerosis that

causes the signs and symptoms of PAD isn’t limited to your legs. Fat deposits also build up in arteries supplying your heart and brain.

Some of the tests your doctor may rely on to diagnose PAD include a thorough vascular disease-focused physical exam, an Ankle-Brachial Index, Vascular Ultrasound or a CTA/MRA or Angiogram. Your doctor may find signs of PAD during a physical examination, such as a weak or absent pulse below a narrowed area of your artery, whooshing sounds (bruits) over your arteries that can be heard with a stethoscope, evidence of poor wound healing in the area where your blood flow is restricted, and decreased blood pressure in your affected limb. The most commonly used screening test is the Ankle-Brachial index (ABI) which compares the blood pressure in your ankle with the blood pressure in your arm. To get a blood pressure reading, your doctor uses a regular blood pressure cuff and a special ultrasound device to evaluate blood pressure and flow. You may walk on a treadmill and have readings taken before and immediately after exercising to ascertain the severity of the narrowed arteries during walking.

Another noninvasive imaging test is a Vascular Ultrasound. Special ultrasound imaging techniques, such as Doppler ultrasound, can help your

doctor evaluate blood flow through your blood vessels and identify blocked or narrowed arteries. For more indepth and detailed evaluation of vascular anatomy, your doctor may recommend CTA, MRA or Direct Angiography. By injecting a dye (contrast material) into your blood vessels, this test allows your doctor to view blood flow through your arteries as it happens. Your doctor is able to trace the flow of the contrast material using imaging techniques, such as X-ray imaging or procedures called magnetic resonance angiography (MRA) or computerized tomography angiography (CTA).

Catheter angiography is a more invasive procedure that involves guiding a catheter through an artery in your groin to the affected area and injecting the dye that way. Although invasive, this type of angiography allows for simultaneous diagnosis and treatment — finding the narrowed area of a blood

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By Dr. Vincent Abbrescia Dr. Abbrescia is a Board Certified Invasive/Non-Invasive Cardiologist practicing in Dover, DE, as a founding and managing partner of Delaware Heart & Vascular, PA. He began his premedical education with a Bachelor of Science Degree from Loyola College in Maryland where he graduated with honors. He then attended a Non-Thesis Graduate program in Anatomy and Physiology at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland. He completed his medical school education at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He pursued postgraduate training in Internal Medicine, where he completed his Internal Medicine Internship as Chief Intern. This was followed by a three-year Internal Medicine Residency Program at Delaware Valley Medical Center in Langhorne, Pennsylvania, where he served as the Chief Medical Resident. His 3-year Cardiology Fellowship training was completed at the Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (continued after article)

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health & medical(cont. from page 8) vessel and then widening it with an angioplasty procedure or administering medication to improve blood flow. Finally, a comprehensive vascular disease evaluation should include Blood tests. A sample of your blood can be used to measure your cholesterol and triglycerides, homocysteine levels, diabetes screening, novel atherosclerosis risk factors and also evaluate for high concentrations of cholesterol protein carrier particles (LDL-P).

Treatment for PAD has two major goals. The first is to manage symptoms, such as leg pain, so that you can resume physical activities and improve your quality of life. The second is to stop the progression of atherosclerosis throughout your body to reduce your risk of heart attack and stroke. You may be able to accomplish these goals with lifestyle changes. If you smoke, quitting is the single most important thing you can do to reduce your risk of complications. If lifestyle changes are not enough, you may need additional medical treatment. Your vascular specialist may prescribe medicine to prevent blood clots, lower blood pressure and cholesterol, and control pain and other symptoms. Medications may include cholesterol lowering medications, high blood pressure medications, medications to control blood sugar, medications to prevent blood clots and symptom-relief medications. In some cases, angioplasty or surgery may be necessary to treat peripheral artery disease that’s causing activity limiting intermittent claudication.

In addition to medications or surgery, your vascular specialist may prescribe a supervised exercise training program to increase the distance you can walk pain-free. Regular exercise improves symptoms of PAD by a number of methods, including helping your body use oxygen more efficiently and facilitating your body’s ability to develop its own “collateral” bypass blood vessels. Keep in mind that many people can manage the symptoms of PAD and stop the

progression of disease through aggressive lifestyle changes including smoking cessation, routine exercise, and a low fat heart healthy diet.

Dr. Abbrescia and the members of the DH&V team of specialists are extensively trained to diagnose and treat patients with vascular disease in a comprehensive manner. Beginning with a thorough examination and consultation with our board certified cardiovascular specialists, coupled with our state of the art and nationally accredited vascular imaging laboratory and our Board Certified Vascular Interventionalist, Dr. Sanjeev Patel, we are able to provide comprehensive vascular care. Call now for a vascular evaluation, 302-734-1414, or

visit us on the web at, www.deheartandvascular.com.(Bio Continued) Dr. Abbrescia initially practiced in San Antonio, Texas from 1999 to 2003, where he served as the Chairman of the Department of Cardiology, and Director of the Invasive and Noninvasive Cardiology Laboratories. He then returned to the East coast where he started his own practice, Delaware Heart and Vascular, PA, with his partner Dr. Judith Rippert. The practice now includes Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Sanjeev Patel; Electrophysiologist, Dr. Laura Gravelin; and PAs Lindsey Miller and Kristen McLaughlin. He is an active member of the American Osteopathic Association, American College of Osteopathic Internists, American College of

Physicians, American Society of Echocardiography and the American Heart Association. He is actively engaged in the local community, volunteering his time and expertise in a wide variety of heart disease related educational and fundraising efforts.

His office utilizes a state of the art electronic medical record system and provides a full spectrum of nationally accredited Nuclear Cardiology, Echocardiography and Vascular imaging laboratories. As an Osteopathic Physician, Dr. Abbrescia maintains a holistic approach to cardiovascular disease and places a special emphasis on preventative cardiovascular medicine. He has a special interest in Lipid and Cholesterol Disorders.


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Presented By Sean M. Hebbel, LCSW, OSW-C Sean has been the Program Director for The Cancer Support Community Delaware since it’s inception in 1996. He has experience working in regional medical centers, university based health systems and community health organizations. From 1986-1996 he maintained a private practice specializing in the emotional support of those with acute and chronic physical and emotional illness. He has been the past President of the Board of Social Work Examiners for the State of Delaware; Past President of the Clinical Social Work Society of Delaware and past Chair of the National Certification Board of the Association of Oncology Social Work and past Treasurer for the Association of Oncology Social Work. He is on the Quality of Life Committee of the Delaware Cancer Consortium. He was the recipient, in 2006, of the Southeastern Region of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society “Oncology Social Worker of the Year”.

I t has been my privilege for the past 30 years to listen to the concerns

of folks who are living with cancer. Frequently their stories center around the helpful (and unhelpful) things that are mentioned by well-meaning family, friends and the medical community. Most people with cancer understand how difficult it can be for family and friends to speak with them after learning that they have cancer. They appreciate any attempt to alleviate their isolation and help them cope with whatever cancer is throwing at them at the moment. Most people, however, do not find it supportive to be told that “my great Uncle Harry had that 40 years ago” or “my neighbor lasted two years with that diagnosis”, etc. Cancer is an illness of individual cells and, while some cancers act in similar ways, your cancer is unique and nothing like “Uncle Harry’s” and especially not like it was “40 years ago”. What I hear people with cancer speaking about frequently is the desire to be asked whether they would like to speak about their cancer (or not). Much control is taken away from people when they are diagnosed and treated for cancer, and the simple act of asking their permission can allow folks to feel comfortable enough to speak with you about their situation. The issues of loss of control, isolation, and providing hope are the three main psychological issues for people living with cancer. Considering these three issues

before speaking with someone with cancer might help you have a more fruitful, supportive interaction. The primary side effect of cancer treatment is fatigue. Not the fatigue that you feel after a hard workout but the fatigue that makes it difficult to swing your legs out of bed after 12 hours of sleep. People usually want to conserve their energy during and after cancer treatment and the combination of “telling one’s cancer story” sometimes over and over with the side effects of cancer make asking people with cancer “do you want to talk about it?” timely and compassionate. Cancer can change people. Many people report that their family and friends want them “back”, defined as “the way they were before they were diagnosed”. But being diagnosed and treated for cancer has the ability to change people. Work may take on a different meaning. Relationships may change, confronting one’s mortality through a serious illness allows many people the freedom to be choosey about how they spend their time. A good support person attempts to understand this and appreciate the change. So why did I put “you look good” on the heading of this story? Many people seem to make this comment when seeing someone with cancer for the first time since their diagnosis. While it can communicate something

positive it can also be viewed as “please don’t tell me how you really feel”. It is a “pre-emptive strike” that could inhibit some people from speaking about their situation. They might be less willing to speak about how they might not feel so well at the moment, or how their self-image has changed since the treatment started or any number of other important issues that just got squashed under the “you look so good” banner. Sometimes the most supportive interaction you can have with someone with cancer is just to listen, to

ask if they would like to talk, to offer some assistance if you can and to just be present. So many people in this “health conscious” society run away from illness (and the people who are ill) that to just offer your presence is the most supportive thing you can do.

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living well & fitBy Diane Y. Temple-McCready

Diane has over 30 years of experience in the fitness and wellness industry. Diane holds multiple certifications and licenses in personal training, group fitness, public speaking, consulting and after care. She also contributes articles on fitness and health to local and national publications.

She currently owns two businesses. Fitness with Diane, a consulting firm for those who need guidance in the fitness arena and Temple Fitness and Wellness Center located in Stevensville, Maryland.

You Can Rest When You’re Dead!

So, here I am standing in line at the Safeway and notice there’s a young

man in line behind me. The first thing I notice is the t-shirt he is wearing. In bold letters it states, “You Can Rest When You’re Dead!” Curious, I ask him what that means to him. He looks startled that I would even ask, but indulges me anyway by turning around so I can read the back of his shirt. Not surprised, I see the Nike swoosh logo and the words “Just Do It.” I started to laugh, wondering if this kid really understood what he was promoting by wearing that shirt.

That seemingly insignificant interaction reminded me of a letter a member wrote to someone in the health club industry somewhere, some time in the past. No one really knows who wrote it and I’m sure it’s been altered as the years go by, but here it is:Dear Diary,For my birthday this year, my husband purchased a week of personal training at the local health club for me. Although I am still in great shape since being a high school football cheerleader 43 years ago, I decided it would be a good idea to go ahead and give it a try just for a tune-up. I called the club and made my reservations with a personal trainer named Fabio, who identified himself as a 26-year-old aerobics instructor and model for athletic clothing and swim wear. While signing up, the club encouraged me to keep a diary to chart my progress. MONDAY: Started my day at 6:00 a.m. Tough to get out of bed, but found it was well worth it when I arrived at the health club to

find Fabio waiting for me. He is something of a Greek god– with blond hair, dancing eyes, and a dazzling white smile. Woohoo!! Fabio gave me a tour and showed me the machines. I enjoyed watching the skillful way in which he conducted his aerobics class after my workout today. Very inspiring! Fabio was encouraging as I did my sit-ups, although my gut was already aching from holding it in the whole time he was around. This is going to be a FANTASTIC week!! TUESDAY: I drank a whole pot of coffee, but I finally made it out the door. Fabio made me lie on my back and push a heavy iron bar into the air then he put weights on it! My legs were a little wobbly on the treadmill, but I made the full mile. His rewarding smile made it all worthwhile. I feel GREAT! It’s a whole new life for me. WEDNESDAY: The only way I can brush my teeth is by laying the toothbrush on the counter and moving my mouth back and forth over it. I believe I have a hernia in both pectorals. Driving was okay as long as I didn’t try to steer or stop. I parked on top of a Smart Car in the club parking lot. Fabio was impatient with me, insisting that my screams bothered other club members. His voice is a little too perky for that early in the morning and when he scolds, he gets this nasally whine that is VERY annoying. My chest hurt when I got on the treadmill, so Fabio put me on the stairmaster. Why the heck would anyone invent a machine to simulate an activity rendered obsolete by elevators? Fabio told me it would help me get in shape and enjoy life. He said

some other garbage too. THURSDAY: Fabio was waiting for me with his vampire-like teeth exposed as his thin, cruel lips were pulled back in a full snarl. I couldn’t help being a half an hour late– it took me that long to tie my shoes. He took me to work out with dumbbells. When he was not looking, I ran and hid in the restroom. He sent some skinny witch to find me. Then, as punishment, he put me on the rowing machine– which I sank. FRIDAY: I hate that demon Fabio more than any human being has ever hated any other human being in the history of the world. Stupid, skinny, anemic, anorexic, little aerobics instructor. If there was a part of my body I could move without unbearable pain, I would beat him with it. Fabio wanted me to work on my triceps. I don’t have any triceps! And if you don’t want dents in the floor, don’t hand me the stupid barbells or anything that weighs more than a sandwich. The treadmill flung me off and I landed on a rock hard bodybuilder. Why couldn’t it have been someone softer, like the waiting area couch? SATURDAY: Satan left a message on my answering machine in his grating, shrilly voice wondering why I did not show up today. Just hearing his voice made me want to flush my phone down the toilet; however, I lacked the strength to even use the TV remote and ended up catching eleven straight hours of the Weather Channel. SUNDAY:I’m having the Church van pick

me up for services today so I can go and thank GOD that this week is over. I will also pray that next year my husband will choose a gift for me that is fun– like a root canal or a colonoscopy. I still say if God had wanted me to bend over, he would have sprinkled the floor with M&M’s!!! In closing, whether you’re just starting out or simply looking for a ‘tune-up’, give us a call at Temple Fitness and Wellness Center. Fabio is waiting……… Call us with questions 410-643-3130 www.templefitnessandwellness.com

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I t was that dreaded time again: time to pay the bills. I despised it so much, I would often put it off as

long as I could. I felt like they were trying to squeeze everything out of me that they could, I was a helpless victim as they decided to increase their prices. I was very unhappy. My checkbook seemed to reflect my negative feelings, as I never had enough money, and it was frequently in the negative as well. For many years this was my routine. The turning point came one day when I had to buy 4 new tires and I didn’t have the money that I needed to buy them. I did however have the credit on my credit card. I was so upset, as one of my rules for money was that I shouldn’t have to put it on credit; I should have the money I needed to pay for them. My husband and I worked hard, we made good money and we shouldn’t have to struggle like this. These thoughts obviously didn’t create a feeling of bliss for me!

As I mulled those thoughts over, I became aware of something new. It was very different from how I usually thought, but it felt so much better. I felt a sense of gratitude for the credit card company, for they had, in good faith, extended money to me. Without it, I wouldn’t have been able to buy the tires that I desperately needed to keep my family and me safe. My previous belief that they were out to get me, that they were “evil,” was replaced with a new perspective of appreciation for the company.

The feeling didn’t stop there though. I had often joked that electricity was my favorite invention. There was nothing like returning home to air conditioning and electricity after a weekend of living in a tent! Indoor plumbing quickly shot to number 2 after a weekend of camping with my girl scout troop. My co-leader informed me that the toilet we would be using was a latrine. I nodded and said okay, having no idea what she was talking about. I quickly learned when I went to the bathroom and saw a toilet seat over top of a 6 foot hole in the ground. There are few times in my life when I have felt so vulnerable!

I again felt a sense of gratitude for the services that the companies to which I pay bills provide me. I now recognized how I truly enjoyed the fruits of their labor; the water brought into my home, electricity, indoor plumbing, cable, internet, my heat, etc. My life was enriched by what they provided me. I now pay my bills with an attitude that I will gladly pay for these crucial services provided to me. I thank these companies for doing what they do on my behalf every day. I appreciate it.

It is so much more pleasant paying my bills now. I am aware that I have chosen to have these things in my life, how I would continue to choose them, and that I am responsible with my choices.

My checkbook is also reflecting my positive attitude.

If you have enjoyed reading these articles and are interested in exploring what perceptions or beliefs may be hindering and/or preventing your success, join me on August 23, 2014, from 11am til 3pm at Inspirit Studios 1325 South State Street Suite 201 Dover, DE. My interactive workshop has the potential to shape the success of your future. The cost is $40. Plus bring a healthy snack to share with the group. Seating is limited, so sign up today. Be prepared to have fun, learn and enjoy meeting people like yourself, eager to live a higher quality life! Contact me at 302-750-0574.

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“Recently, my journey of personal growth, change and self discovery led me to one of my biggest choice points I had faced so far. Living true to who I am at my core and my life’s purpose versus continuing down the road I was traveling, which was not a healthy one

for my body, mind or spirit. Just a few brief coaching sessions with Ann got me to my tipping point, and I knew without a doubt that I was choosing to follow my heart and live my purpose. I felt a weight lift off me and a peace I had never truly known. Ann’s ability to truly listen without judgment, her wealth of coaching skills, genuine love of people, positive energy and beautiful light are what make Ann a one of a kind Coach!” - Susan S., Wyoming, DE

“Coaching with Ann Darwicki has helped me immensely. I used to feel down and woe is me. She helped me to see more positive ways to look at things and change it around so that I not only live my life differently, but I am also able to help others. I have learned to stand up for myself, and she also has helped me to get through my divorce after struggling with it for 14 years. Ann has sincerely changed my life for the better.” - Lucinda G., Elkton, MD

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By Ann Darwicki, RN, CPC

Ann Darwicki is a Certified Professional Life Coach who completed her training at the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. She is the owner and founder of Whole Being Coaching, specializing in coaching caregivers and nurses to live the life of their dreams. Prior to becoming a life coach, Ann obtained an Associates Degree in Nursing from Delaware Technical & Community College. She has 22 years of nursing experience caring for women and children, with a life-long affinity for holistic medicine. Ann is a Reiki Practitioner and an outspoken advocate for both people and the environment, focusing on the environment’s impact on human health. She is a Nurse Luminary, a founding member and current chair of Delaware Nurses Association’s ad-hoc group Nurses Healing our Planet, and has been a Delaware Clean Air Ambassador. She is also a freelance writer. Ann can be reached at 302-750-0574 or by email at [email protected].

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living well & fitBy Jenn McCreaJennifer McCrea, a resident of the Mid-Shore since 1991, is a native Pennsylvanian with over two decades of experience in the food and restaurant industry. Jennifer owned Morsels, a popular mainstay in scenic St. Michaels before becoming a food sales representative with Sysco Foods, Inc., a post she held for 11 years. In 2011, Jennifer decided to return to the restaurant world and took over Hill’s Soda Fountain Café, an iconic community gathering place set in historic downtown Easton. While Jennifer has been a longtime proponent of cooking with and eating healthy and organic foods, it was her own personal quest for health that led her to discover the healing power of juicing fruits and vegetables. Since starting her own juicing journey over a year ago, Jennifer has seen major changes in her own health – and has since started a local following of faithful customers who have seen health and wellness improvements in their own lives with juicing. Wondering what all the buzz is about? This month, Jenn talks about getting healthy for the upcoming back to school season.

Back To School Juicing

The summer has flown by just as quickly as it arrived and suddenly we are surrounded by the official

“back to school” season. That season delivers more than the smell of fresh notebooks and newly sharpened pencils – back to school can signify a new beginning, a fresh start and a chance to get back into a new routine. Whether you have kids in school or not, the pending return to shorter days and fall weather can signify a chance to reset your routines and habits into healthier ones. Can juicing be part of that education? I say absolutely! Whether you are an expert juicer or freshman to the many health benefits juicing can bring to your life, here are some study tips to keep in mind to help you make the grade when it comes to health and wellness this season!

Energy boosters: As the days begin to grown shorter, many of us find the cooler days and decreased sunlight to be a real energy zapper. If you find yourself running low on energy, a good serving of juice can give you an instant recharge – without the jitters and other side effects that caffeinated options often bring. Hills’ Soda Fountain’s two mainstays – JMX Green and JMX Red typically sell out daily because of the amazing energy boost they provide. We all need at least nine to 13 servings of vegetables a day and one serving of juice typically provides more than your daily dose. It is no secret that getting that daily dose is key to good health and vitality – not to mention reducing our risk for disease but when you drink juice you are drinking them in a form that is easy for your body to digest and in turn, send those nutrients and all their benefits directly into your bloodstream. The result – lots of energy, stable blood sugar levels and decreased cravings for the stuff that makes us so sleepy to begin with! We call that an A+!

Juices for Rookies: Freshman juicers – and many kids – are often a little intimidated by the typical green juices out there. The green color and flavor can take some getting used to – although most avid juicers agree it doesn’t take long until your body actually craves the flavor! Want to begin garnering the benefits of juicing but are queasy about the greener and usually mostly vegetable-based juices. Try a good fruit based one with tasty fruits such as watermelon, pineapple and oranges. Add some cucumbers and you will still reap many health benefits! As you get more schooled in the world of juices, begin to experiment with more vegetables that you like – you will be well on your way! For kids, calling the juice something fun like “Monster Muscle Juice” or “Super Juice” will inspire finicky little ones to take a sip.

Grab and Go: Back to school often brings busy schedules – and with that, lots of grab and go meals that are typically less than healthy options. If you plan to be at the sport’s field this fall, find some hearty juices such as our Salad juice. A popular tomato based juice, this

is a great option to keep your hunger at bay when fall schedules interfere with your traditional dinner schedule. Drinking any vegetable based juice will help tide you over until dinner – and prevent you from overeating when you get to the table!

Back to germ season: Back to school time also ushers in cold and flu season, making the need for healthy eating even more important. Juices are full of immunity building ingredients and help you fill you body full of those essential vitamins and minerals a lot more efficiently. Carrots, grapefruit, tomatoes, watermelon and kale are super foods full of vitamins that help your body fight off viruses and infections and keep your body healthy!

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The Power Of Persistence

By Patrick PreeceMr. Preece is a graduate of KMAI Newark’s leadership team; he has gone on to become the chief instructor of our Dover location. Mr. Preece has been training with KMAI since the year 2000. He holds a 3rd Degree Tang Soo Do, a 3rd Degree Sin Moo Hapkido, and a 1st Degree Tae Kwon Do.

Mr. Preece’s teaching strengths include both youth and parent’s classes. He says his favorite part about the martial arts is teaching leadership skills to a new generation as well as encouraging families to train together to reach their full potential.

This month we are going to be discussing the powerful word “persistence.”

Persistence means “the determination to keep going even when faced with challenges or initial failure.” It implies that people who are persistent will keep trying when others might back down, pack up and move on, leaving their goal behind. As leaders, we all see the difference between the one who is simply talented but lacks the persistence to keep going and the one who may lack some talent but has the persistence to stick with his or her goal until it is achieved. Who would you rather work with in your life? As Elbert Hubbard once wrote: “A little more persistence, a little more effort, and what seemed hopeless failure may turn to glorious success.” The more people “dig deep” and “keep on keeping on,” the more success they will likely find.

The person who persists makes a choice. Instead of giving up when faced with challenges or failure, the persistent person tries something else. He keeps going because something inside him tells him to strive. The goal is in sight and he knows he can achieve it if he stays determined and focused. Jim Rohn once said; “How long should you try? Until.”

How can we help others (and ourselves) combat (1) Fear (2) Laziness (3) Lack of character (4) Overwhelmed/over scheduling (5) Peer pressure so that we can achieve our goals? What is the one barrier that you often contend with yourself and how do you overcome it?

People who persist have “grit.” Angela Duckworth, who has made a career focusing on the development of grit in young people, tells us that a person’s “grit score” predicts achievement

under challenging circumstances-- a result that we desire in leaders, teammates and competitors of all kinds. For example; a West Point cadet’s grit score was the best predictor of success in a rigorous summer program while the grittiest contestants of the Scripps Spelling Bee were the most likely to advance to the finals. Needless to say, grit and persistence are admirable qualities in a person.

There are many barriers to success that can derail even the grittiest people. From naysayers to repeated failures, poor self-confidence to lack of resources, persistent people must weather the storms. Persistent people aren’t without their frustrations and challenges, but they are more likely to keep going even as they arise.

There are also many ways to help a persistent person stay the course. Providing Support, igniting their Passion, encouraging them to take Action, reminding them of the Reason they want to see the goal to fruition and providing them with the Knowledge they need to move forward are vital.

By lighting a person’s “S.P.A.R.K.,” the gritty person can persist until the end. That means that we need to stress effort and grit over intelligence and talent. Research tells us that those parents who stress effort over innate gifts, tend to rear children who try harder and work longer on achieving their goals than others.

While there are times when shifting and even quitting is the right answer, persisting until you reach your goal is typically the best answer. After all, quitting a goal is counterproductive! As Douglas MacArthur once said; “Age wrinkles the body. Quitting wrinkles the soul.”

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What You Don’t Know About Skin Care & Cosmetic Products

By Tamra AvilesTamra Aviles is a licensed Cosmetologist with 15 years experience; as well as a Marketing Executive for a wellness company. She is a native of Las Vegas Nevada. Tami relocated to Delaware 8 years ago to begin a life with her husband. Tami has four talented and successful children who are independent and living in Delaware as well.

More and more everyday people want to look great using

all natural ingredients on their skin; ingredients derived from nature. So often we only focus on what looks good we forget to pay close attention to what is penetrating in to the soil of our skin.

What causes aging? Our skin ages from internal components as well as external components. Both wear on the skin by breaking down elasticity, collagen, and healthy fat tissue resulting in wrinkled, sagging, discolored skin. Genetics, nutrition, diet, lack of sleep, dehydration, and toxic skincare products are examples of internal components. Our skin also ages from external components such as harmful and ineffective ingredients in cosmetics as well as toxic and deadly chemicals in our household products. I recently watched a video segment on ABC News. Are you aware there are 120 chemicals in beauty products that are untested? Formaldehyde, lead, mercury, and parabens just to name a few. These are chemicals we are absorbing in to our skin daily if not several times a day. Yet we wonder why we are aging… Europe has banned over 1,200 chemicals found in beauty products; US has only banned 10! In fact Europe has outlawed most US cosmetic companies. Think about how many products you use in a single day; from toothpaste to body wash, shampoo, hair conditioner, deodorant, body lotion, and makeup. Now imagine how many products you use in a

year, and over a lifetime. Small amounts of toxic chemicals add up and can accumulate in our bodies through cosmetic use and through other chemical exposures in food, water and air. Chemicals linked to cancer and birth defects do not belong in personal care products. The Food and Drug Administration has almost no authority to regulate cosmetics. The FDA cannot require safety testing of products before they are sold. Instead, the cosmetic industry polices the safety of its own products through a safety panel that is run and funded by the industry’s trade association.

You may say, “I don’t wear much make-up, so I’m safe right? Unfortunately, that is not a safe assumption. We’re talking about more than make-up. Some companies make products safe enough to eat, while other companies routinely add carcinogens and other hazardous chemicals to their formula.

What if you could shop direct with the manufacturer for state of the art, vitamin & mineral based, pharmaceutical grade skin care and cosmetic products? These are products with age defying technology and patented ingredients. Skin care and cosmetics that penetrate healthy naturally derived anti-aging ingredients into our skin. We would love to help educate you on safer, healthier, nontoxic products for you and your family. Please

contact us today so we can set aside time just for you and help you find healthy alternatives. Call Tami Aviles 302.930.5507 or Lisa Dolbey 302.331.9249 for more information Testimonials - “I have tried several department store quality skin care systems. Unfortunately every time my skin would have an allergic reaction. I am beyond excited to have finally found a company with toxic free cleansers and moisturizers I can use! Best part… My skin is clear!” Brianna B. ~ Harrington DE

I absolutely love these products! I use the sulfate free shampoo and conditioner and it’s safe to use on my color treated hair. It doesn’t leave my hair feeling oily or weighed down...it’s just

moisturized and fresh and it smells great! I also use the facial cleaners and body wash and they have cleared up my skin beautifully. I have sensitive skin and these products don’t leave my skin feeling dry or itchy like most products I’ve tried from stores. The makeup line is new to me, but so far I’m loving it as well. I feel secure knowing there is a 100% satisfaction guarantee if there is something I don’t like. I can honestly say that I haven’t received a single product that I haven’t fallen in love with! It is definitely goodbye to over-the-counter, chemical filled products for me! Jennifer F. ~ Harrington, DE

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Personal finance is precisely that: every situation is unique and

every individual views money differently. In my practice, even though I follow a logic-driven process with every new client relationship, each conversation is fundamentally led by the individual’s hopes, dreams, aspirations, goals, and concerns.

In this month’s article, I hope to share with you some insights on personal financial matters that I have learned from my female clients.

To begin, even though women have significantly increased their participation in the workforce and are enjoying all-time high levels of income, studies show there are still major gaps and unsatisfied needs when it comes to being confident in financial decision making.

Coupled with this continued knowledge deficit is the significantly changing demographic landscape: traditional has become untraditional; rare has become commonplace. Women are increasingly choosing to marry later (or not at all), have children on their own, or form blended or multigenerational families. In short, the way we have traditionally viewed women is evolving. This evolution, whether by choice or by circumstance, has resulted in women finding themselves increasingly responsible for their family unit’s long-term financial security.

In the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis, surveys of the American people have measured the impact of the biggest recession since the Depression. Surveys have consistently shown that more

women are earning more money than ever—despite the crisis and the slow recovery. Furthermore, almost sixty percent of women indicated that they are the primary breadwinners in their households! A generation ago this would have been unthinkable. But gender roles are changing and as more women than ever obtain higher education, the pay gap is closing and, in many cases, does not exist at all.

The three topics women most frequently say they are interested in, financially speaking, include: 1. How to maintain my desired lifestyle in retirement, 2. How to guarantee income for life, and 3. How to invest/plan for retirement on a modest income.

As an advisor, when I meet with women to discuss their needs, concerns, goals, and aspirations—whether they are alone or with a spouse or significant other—there is definitely a general trend toward caution. In the twelve years I have worked as a financial professional, I have witnessed many women who want to avoid going backward financially. All too many women lost half their life savings in 2000-2002, and again in 2007-2009, and as a result, their outlook now tends to be more conservative than men. What is particularly insightful into the fundamental difference

between women and men is that during those terrible periods of time, many men also lost a lot of money. But their anxiety about the next crash—despite the evidence mounting up that one is coming—is not nearly as high as those of women.

Across the board, women grasp that greater financial understanding can help create more security in life. The high rates of divorce in our country (approximately 48% of women have been divorced) have led to many women taking charge of their finances and understanding the need to be financially aware and independent. And this is even more pronounced for widows, many of whom find themselves suddenly forced to make financial decisions that were once made by their husbands.

But what really strikes me as I look at survey data over the last few years, is how women from different socio-economic levels view the risk of ending up dead broke. See chart:

While those figures are not near 100%, it is troubling that even though some women feel more

at risk than others, about half the women in the country still fear that one day they may end up penniless. When I meet with couples there is rarely this level of fear in men. However, understanding the significant—and rising — role that women play in their family’s finances is the key to offering solutions to addressing their concerns and protecting them against calamity.

The key to financial success for both men and women, in my opinion, starts with education. We make our best decisions when we are well informed. I offer a variety of classes and seminars to help educate the public. In fact, on September 16th in Easton I will debut a brand new workshop that explores financial issues as they pertain to women. Considering the fear of poverty and the rising role women are playing in their families’ well-being, I think this is an excellent topic and I hope you will join me for it. Feel free to contact my office to register or for more information.

I also offer, at no charge, a complimentary “Discovery” meeting. During a Discovery meeting, I aim to understand your hopes, dreams, aspirations, goals, and concerns. Nothing is sold or even recommended during that meeting. It is purely an opportunity to gain critical facts that I’ll use to arrive at sound investment recommendations. If you wish to schedule a Discovery session please contact my office for an appointment. I have conveniently located offices in Easton, Cambridge, and in Annapolis.

business & financeBy Michael Andersen

Michael Andersen is an award-winning and nationally recognized investment and insurance advisor. With a home office in Easton and additional locations in Annapolis and Cambridge, Mr. Andersen has helped hundreds of clients succeed at securing their retirement and preserving their life savings. He utilizes time-tested techniques and strategies to provide clients with the highest probability of success, greatest margin of safety, and strongest “worst case” scenario. Mr. Andersen is the host of “Safeguarding Your Money” radio program on 96.7FM WCEI in Easton and is a long-time financial educator offering classes through Chesapeake College, Wor-Wic Community College, and other locations.

Personal Financial Trends Affecting Women Today

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Household Income $200K + 27%

Percent of Women Who Fear Running Out of Money

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On September 6, 2011 I went in to see Kevin Phillipson at Mortgage Ready, hoping he

could do what others had promised but never delivered - help Dana and I make our dreams come true, get a home of our own. Kevin told me what we needed to do, and stressed that in order for the process to work, I needed to allow him to guide us. I was impressed with his program, however, a little sceptical, but wanted it to be true in the worst way. Dana and I have 2 children, Dalonda who is now 12 and Deandre who is 10. We have dreamed of owning a home, a place our kids could grow up in, away from town. We dreamed of pools, land, beautiful gardens, but most of all, we wanted it to be ours. I am a truck driver and spend a fair amount of time away from home, Dana is a home maker, and so having a home in a safe secure environment for them while I was away was a big deal for me. I worked with Kevin diligently following his every instruction from September 2011 to March 2012. During that time, on Kevin’s advice, we retained a CPA to get my business taxes and books in order. With Kevin’s help we cleaned up some credit issues and got all our documentation in order. By March 2012 we were Mortgage Ready. Wow, could it really be true, could we be home owners? Kevin then introduced us to a wonderful Realtor®, Joyce Gatling from ERA Harrington Realty, who took us out house shopping. We saw so many homes that were so-so, but finally in April 2012, we found the one; pool, 3 bedrooms, wonderful yard, pond, and so much more.

The house was a short sale - we did not know short sale from long sale, all we knew was it had our name on it, or so we hoped. We submitted an offer and started the loan approval process. All went well on the loan side however the issues started when we needed to get the sales contract back from the bank selling the home. Can you believe it took until October to get it back, a full 6 months? We then went back to inspect the house only to find the pool pump and air conditioning unit had been stolen, as well as the fence was damaged. So we had to go back to the bank and ask them to either replace and repair or reduce the price. Back and forth with estimates and options, eventually the bank agreed to reduce the price $10,000 to cover the loss and damages. Final approval finally came back early in February 2013. The loan process then resumed, and at 4pm on March 5, 2013 Dana and I became home owners; our dreams

had come true. We don’t think we could have done it without Kevin’s constant support and guidance. Kevin and his team came through in every way - we own it all to them. All the waiting, the hard work on our credit issues and the running around was so worth it. The day we closed was the happiest day of our lives. If you are in a position like Dana and I were we encourage you to call Kevin, he will make your dreams come true as he did for us. Call him at 302-399-4829 or email at [email protected].

Presented By Kevin Phillipson

Kevin Phillipson has developed custom applications and solutions for small and large businesses, as well as the federal government, and has a case study published by Microsoft. His understanding of business processes and procedures has enabled him to bridge the gap between operations and technology and how it is applied in today’s market. With 6 years’ experience in the mortgage business, and 4 years of that specializing in working with people with unique and difficult financial and credit situations, Kevin has developed and copyrighted 2 processes, Mortgage Ready© and Ready for Business©. Both are designed to take people from where they are today to where they want to be, detailing all the steps along the way, a clear in depth, proven process of getting people Mortgage Ready, or Ready for Business. Kevin earned his MBA in 2010, and is working on his Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) at Wilmington University.

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The Dill’s Homebuying Experience


Managing Work-Life Balance

By Karen SingeryKaren Singery is a Transitional Coach who is furthering her studies at The Coaching Institute in Australia. She founded her business Pathways Unlimited and specialises in assisting people who are experiencing or wanting change in their lives, career, wealth, health or relationships. Karen is passionate about helping people to empower themselves, to explore new paths and develop new supporting goals. As a result of this her clients ultimately have clarity, direction and a new lease on life. She has coached clients in the USA, New Zealand, South Africa, UK and Australia. Karen can be reached on [email protected] or via her website www.pathwaysunlimited.com.au

I Yeah, yeah… I’m sure this is something you have heard before, but is it

something you have taken heed of? Have you actually made the necessary changes in order to have a balanced life? How many of you are still struggling with the demands of your career, family and life style?

The good news is that you are not alone in this. There are many people out there who are stuck in this predicament. A lot of people are putting in more hours of work because of cut backs and are fearful that they might lose their jobs. Others are so addicted to work that they know no different; and before they realise it, their life has disappeared before their very own eyes. Are you one of these? Work-life balance isn’t something new. It is however something that we need to remind ourselves of regularly - to slow down and really smell the roses.

There are many different techniques out there and not every solution works for everyone (it is never a one size fits all!). Define what is important to you in your personal life and career. Ask yourself the question “Is this something that I can control or influence?” Have an action plan and become solution orientated before it is too late!Balancing your work and life is a bit like baking a cake. You need to find the right ingredients and proportions to create the desired taste, texture and colour you are striving for. Here are some practical tips that will get you back on track. Select a few and start creating an action plan now.

1. Take time out – block out time on your calendar for lunch, family time and holidays, date nights and time for you to recharge. Have a plan for your week ahead, scheduling in work commitments, family and personal time. Combine your personal and work calendar so that you get a clear overview of your priorities.

2. Right click and delete things that have no purpose or that add no value to your life. It is all about prioritising your choices. Managing the use of technology could open up a whole lot of new possibilities, giving you the time to create a more balanced life. 3. Be organised – evaluate which tasks you have control over and which tasks you can delegate. Let go of the need for having to be in control of everything. Rather establish a culture of empowering others, which will free you to do what you need to do. Have an empowering schedule where actions are organised so that you don’t waste time on unnecessary things. Outsource

time wasters!

4. Be flexible – nothing in life is constant so be open to new possibilities. These could lead you to having more time for a balanced life style. See every change as a possibility for trying something else. Choose wisely how you fill up that extra time!

5. Seek support – don’t be shy to ask for support. It is not about being a failure or being weak. It’s about being smart. You don’t have to do it alone and people are always willing to lend a hand.

6. Me time – take some time out for you. Women in general can be especially bad at self-care. Take a little time for yourself - to read, go for a walk, watch a movie, or take a long, hot bath.

Honor yourself by giving a little time back to you. Think about what a difference this could make to you, your family and relationships. A client of mine once said, “I matter more to others when I matter more to me.”

The most important thing to remember is that you will never reach perfection in the search for work-life balance. Obstacles may and will arise, but it is how you choose to approach them that will get you through. What really matters is WHY this work-life balance is so important to you; and in the end what will it give you?

“Never get so busy making a living that you forget to make a life” Dolly Parton.

Testimonial:

During this coaching session I learned how to manage my time more effectively, delegate more and prioritize what is more important to me. I have effectively been able to decide that as much as I have wanted to do everything, I am not able; and now have time to relax and take life a little easier. It was immensely useful to target difficult tasks first, now facing challenges head on instead of shrinking away from them. Karen has a gentle and non-judgemental approach and is able to prompt in the directions necessary for change and development. -PC

If you are struggling with change in your career or other

areas of your life, contact me via email

[email protected] and visit my website for

more information at www.pathwaysunlimited.com.au

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business & financeBy Devin Wiley

Devin Wiley and his wife Vanessa have spent ten years living in Smyrna, Delaware. They have five beautiful children ranging in ages from 1 year old to ten years old. Devin spends his free time volunteering at the Smyrna Little League Ball Fields, where he helps coach and cheer on his children. If he is not out on the fields, you can find him fishing. He has spent twelve years in the mortgage business. Devin has built his career as a sales manager with Atlantic home Loans.

Buying your first home can be overwhelming, but the benefits of

being a first time homebuyer make it all worthwhile. You will be able to own a home that suits your needs and lifestyle; establish credit; receive tax benefits; and best of all, you can stop throwing your money away on rent. New American Funding has home loan experts who specialize in first time homebuyer. They can help you through the process of buying your first home and securing a first time mortgage.

Lowest rates for first time homebuyers

As a first time home buyer, you may be concerned about keeping your first time mortgage payments low, especially for the first few years. Our mortgage specialists will help you choose the best home financing option, so you can afford your dream home without struggling to pay your mortgage each month. We have a wide variety of competitively priced loan programs for first time homebuyers including:

• Fixed rate mortgages: The mortgage interest rate will remain the same on these loans throughout the term of the mortgage for the original borrower. Our popular 30 Year fixed rate mortgage is often the best option for first time homebuyers. Use our Fixed Rate Mortgage Calculator to give you an idea of

what your loan may look like.

• Adjustable rate mortgages: An adjustable mortgage has an interest rate which is adjusted periodically based on a pre-selected index. The advantage of an ARM is that you may be able to afford a more expensive house because your initial interest rate and payments will be lower in the first few years.

• FHA loans: This is a low interest loan insured by the Federal Housing Administration which is open to all qualified homebuyers. While there are loan amount limits for FHA loans, they are usually sufficient to cover most moderately priced homes anywhere in the country.

• VA loans: A long term, low or no down payment loan guaranteed

by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Restricted to individuals qualified by military service or other entitlements.

We make the borrowing process easy and convenient for first time homebuyers by

offering competitive rates and minimizing fees normally incurred with a loan arranged through a broker.

For more information on our first time homebuyer programs or other home loan options available to you, call Devin Wiley at 302-363-2128.

First Time Homebuyer Programs



Question: My husband suffered a severe stroke last year, and I can’t

seem to get my energy back after caring for him nearly 24/7. While he’s improving slowly, I’m struggling to carve out any time for myself. I miss my friends and some of what I used to enjoy doing.

It’s important that you try to regain some sense of yourself because, according to research, you could be happier. In fact, stroke caregivers are happier when they continue to enjoy their own hobbies and interests, according to new research in the American Heart Association journal Stroke.

Interestingly, researchers found that the happiest of the 399 family caregivers maintained their own hobbies and activities, and were the happiest when caring for a loved one who survived a more severe stroke.

“I was most surprised that caregivers were happier when caring for a family member who survived a more severe stroke,” said Jill Cameron, Ph.D.,

lead author of the study and an associate professor in the Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy in the Graduate Department of Rehabilitation Science at the University of Toronto.

Research revealed that the caregiver’s attitude also impacts happiness. If caregivers feel they can handle taking care of a family member and that they will grow from the experience, and they continue to take part in activities that interest them, they are happier, she said.

Researchers said learning

which factors led to more content caregivers will allow the healthcare system to make adjustments to better support stroke survivors and their families. “If the family is doing better, that helps the patient do better,” Cameron said.

One way to carve out more time for your own activities and reengage with society would be to get the help of family and friends. If no one is available, though, don’t give up. Contact your local Home Instead Senior Care® office.

A Home Instead CAREGiverSM, who is screened, trained, bonded and insured, could

come to your home and provide companionship and care for your husband while you get back to doing what you love to do. Call today to learn more.

To learn more about Home Instead Senior Care®, con-tact the Dover office at (302)697-6435 or the Lewes office at (302)645-8270 or go to HomeInstead.com. For more information about the study, visit http://news-room.heart.org/news/older-active-confident-stroke-caregivers-are-happiest.

Family Caregivers Happier When Continuing Hobbies

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We can do anything! And if you get a group of women together, watch out!

In 1986, Marcia Burgoon decided that Queen Anne’s County needed a networking group just for women. A year later, Marcia stated, “When we started there were only a few of us. In one year looking back, we’ve really succeeded in what we were trying to do.” So what was Marcia trying to do?

Chesapeake Women’s Network is where professional women network. They get together and discuss anything from Economic Development in Queen Anne’s County to a better way to remove ring around the collar. These women are both a driving force in business as well as the ones who drive their kids to soccer. Anne Cassidy, outgoing President of CWN puts it this way, “While we can accomplish these things on our own, when women network, magic happens. We learn from each others mistakes. We cheer for each other during our times of triumph. It isn’t enough that we keep focused on our goals; we help other women achieve theirs as well.”

One year after CWN was formed, the membership was over 50. By 2005 the membership was close to the 100 mark. But size doesn’t matter. It’s the quality of the women that count. They are the movers and shakers and when they move and shake together as a group, anything can be accomplished. Several years later, a second chapter was started in Talbot County. Talbot Chesapeake Women’s Network (CWN) seeks to foster personal enrichment and professional growth among women of the MidShore region through an active network of collaboration, communication and support.

Their vision is to provide varied opportunities for professional and social networking, financial assistance for select female applicants in pursuit of post secondary education and training

for women who would not be able to do so due to financial restraints, pro bono advisory services to stimulate, improve and enhance business opportunities and entrepreneurship for women in the community through the Talbot CWN Women’s Advisory Board.

Many members are active in both chapters of CWN and several have remained part of CWN since its inception. Both groups continue to flourish, meeting needs of businesswomen throughout the Eastern Shore.The feather in CWN’s cap is the yearly scholarship that is awarded to women who have decided to continue their education. In 2007 both CWN chapters, CWN Queen Anne’s County and CWN-Talbot, established component funds with Chesapeake Charities and it is through these funds that money is raised to award annual scholarships. Over the last few years CWN has awarded monies to single mothers holding down a job while going to school, to stay-at-home moms entering the workforce for the first time, and to women interested in pursuing a degree to better themselves and provide for their families. Their stories are incredible and testimonies to the invincible spirit of women.

If Marcia Burgoon was trying to form a group where women could come together and help each other become better women, then mission accomplished!If you are interested in becoming a member of CWN, the first step is to complete an application. The application

Pictured from left to right - Back Row: Victoria Hoffman, Debbie Fry, Susan Hale, Eileen Nonemaker, Gayle Jayne, Kenda Leager Front Row: Christina Wingate-Spence, Karen Baer, Melanie Drake, Casey Palmer, Anne Cassidy Not Pictured: Angie Bechtold, Linda Friday, Eva Stoopsnd suppo is available for download on the CWN websites:

CWN Queen Anne’s: www.chesapeakewomensnetwork.org

CWN-Talbot: www.cwntalbot.com

All applications are reviewed by the board of directors at the next month’s board meeting. Please note that there are no board meetings held in July or August.

CWN Scholarship Presentation 2013 (from left to right): Barbara Viniar, President of Chesapeake Community College; Jacquelyn Bateman, Nursing; Maggie Jarboe, Vice President of CWN; Alison Russ, Nursing; and Megan Omohundro, Elementary Education; and, Carol Michelson, CWN Scholarship Chair.

Chesapeake Women’s Network

The purpose of CWN is to facilitate personal enrichment and professional growth through communication, support, and to stimulate business opportunities for professional women in the community. CWN is not a service organization; however, members are welcome to express social and civic concerns at meetings or to make announcements about community services.

We Can Do Anything!



P lan! Work! People! These are the ingredients for a successful fundraiser.

Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center (CBEC), being a non-profit organization, engages in running several fundraisers a year to raise operational monies. These fundraisers are the “bread and butter” to the Center’s existence in the lean months. All fundraising endeavors rest heavily on the people who form the committee and act as the driving force to meet the plan. We have had successful fundraisers and some that were a bust. After each fundraising event the committee evaluates the event, and determines the success, the rights and wrongs, and sometimes reaches the conclusion, “Never, again.”

Some criteria for a successful fundraiser never change, no matter what is the focus of the event. Those criteria include:

• A committee of go-getters and a leader in the committee chair position.

• Assignments for committee members (selected by each committee member, so the job gets done).

• Timelines and Deadlines (strictly followed).

• Volunteers (trained/versed in their tasks) for the event day.

• Wrap-up Meeting (here’s where reality sets in- did we make any money).

• Recognition “Thank You” get-together for volunteers and sponsors.

Using our biggest fundraiser of the year as an example, The Wet & Wild Auction, here are some tips, suggestions, and modus operandi in no particular order.

Each year we schedule our Wet & Wild Auction on the third Saturday of September. This year our event is on September 20, 2014 (think about attending for a great time and support of our organization). Establishing a time that is consistent each year is important in the planning for both the committee and the regular attendees. Our committee (consisting of 10-14 volunteers) actually starts the planning in January of each year, as there are many details to ‘iron out’ along the

way. Merry Tobin, both a board member and volunteer, chairs the committee, and after being the chair person for years; she has the ‘making of a fundraiser’ down pat. Good leadership is critical to keeping committee members on task and meeting deadlines.

The committee/volunteers takes care of business, such as:

• Planning all phases/schedule of the event.

• Securing tents, tables, linens, decorations, music.

• Soliciting items for both live and silent auctions.

• Securing a professional auctioneer.• Setting menu and contracting a

caterer.• Obtaining beverages/bartenders.• Setting up items, bars, dining areas,

check-in area.• Meeting and

greeting guests and checking them in with auction numbers.

• Preparing a schedule and program for the evening.

• Attending to the many details that crop up during the event.

• Good weather (our event is both inside and outside).

This year we are asking our membership to help with the donating and collecting the items for the auction. This would be a tremendous help to the committee, because there would be an army of volunteers helping find items. The community at-large is helpful in that the businesses

cooperate with donations of items, services, gift certificates and sponsorships. After the event we provide a tax letter and heartfelt thanks to all who “gave” to the auction. We always express appreciation, because it is the “givers” who keep non-profits going.

We are hoping to have a successful event this year. The event is in the detail stage as we are within weeks of the final stage. Help support Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center by attending the Wet & Wild Auction, donating an item to the cause, or being a sponsor. For information, tickets, sponsorship, items check out our website at www.bayrestoration.org or contact Judy Wink, Executive Director, at [email protected].

By Judy Wink

Judy Wink is Executive Director for the non-profit organization, Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center (CBEC) located in Grasonville. She is responsible for the daily operation and fundraising for the organization. Her credentials include advanced degrees in Environmental Studies, Environmental Administration, Wildlife Biology, and Ornithology. Her career spans 50 years in the field with a number of agencies and organizations. She is on the board of the Queen Anne’s County Chamber of Commerce, and Kent Narrows Development Foundation, as well as, a member of Chesapeake Women’s Network.

The “Making” Of A Fundraiser

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The Corsica River Conservancy (CRC) is a group of local volunteers committed to restoring and

preserving the Corsica River and its watershed. Members and volunteers work with a wide variety of stakeholders to improve water quality and habitat condition in order to remove the Corsica from the Environmental Protection Agency’s Impaired Waters List. Our efforts are designed to reduce pollution, sedimentation, and contamination to improve water quality and habitat condition.

Examples of what we do include Corsica Watershed Awareness Day which is held annually on the 3rd Saturday in September at Bloomfield Farm in Centreville. This free event combines family fun with engaging environmental education designed to remind residents of their responsibility to help restore and maintain a clean and healthy river and watershed. During the past 6 years it has become a local tradition attracting over 1,000 visitors each year. Project Clean Stream is another annual event during which trash is collected and things that do not belong in the river are removed. Restoring the Corsica River is something that concerns us all, not just those of us who are members of CRC. We need to remember that what we do as individuals and families also makes a difference. You can make a difference!

THREE PRACTICAL WAYS YOU CAN HELP

(1) Don’t over fertilize your lawn.

Nitrogen (N) and Phosphorus (P) from fertilizer not used by your lawn ends up in the river where it produces excess algae growth and leads to poor water quality as well as the death of fish, clams, oysters, crabs and other river dwellers. An established lawn requires no phosphorus and no more than one pound of nitrogen per 1000 square feet per year. This is best applied in the fall using a slow release fertilizer. (2) Create a Rain Garden.

One of the most effective actions a family or homeowner can do to improve the water in the Corsica River is to install a Rain Garden helping to minimize runoff which carries pollutants (including N and P) and sediment into the river. CRC works with several grants and has been able to install over 250 rain gardens and 20 rain barrels in the Corsica River Watershed at no cost to the homeowners (saving homeowners up to $2,000.) To find out how you can have a rain garden or rain barrel installed at your Corsica Watershed residence, send an e-mail to [email protected]. (3) If you have a farm, sign up to participate in the Cover Crop program.

Planting cover crops after the harvest helps to minimize soil erosion and runoff which carries pollutants (including N and P) and sediment into the river. For details call the Queen Anne’s Soil Conservation District at 410-758-3136, extension 3.

INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING?

CRC routinely carries out activities in the following areas:Monitoring: Weekly water quality testing is done all along the Corsica River from May to October.Restoration: CRC gets involved in a range of hands-on activities including restoration of riparian buffers, natural

shorelines, oysters, and submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV). We also work to remove trash from local rivers and streams. Rain garden installation is also a key CRC activity. Outreach: CRC reaches out to the community and solicits citizen involvement. This includes conducting and participating in community activities such as Awareness Day which is held at Bloomfield Farm each September. Education: CRC conducts educational programs at all levels. We have several programs aimed at students from 4th grade through high school and are looking to substantially expand this effort.Administration: CRC is an all-volunteer organization and we need help in carrying out administrative activities needed to maintain a healthy organization. Some of the areas in which there are current opportunities include:

• Publicity• Finance• Membership

Anyone interested in obtaining information about current volunteer opportunities in any of these areas can send an email to [email protected] or call 410-758-8756.

Improving Our Water Quality

The Corsica River Conservancy (CRC)“Only when we preserve that which we have, are we worthy to restore that which we have lost.”

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community & educationBy Linda M. Kohler, Executive Director

Linda has been with Chesapeake Charities since it awarded its first grant back in 2005. She manages the day-to-day operations of the organization and its 70+ funds, provides assistance to those interested in philanthropy, and secures resources to address community needs. Linda’s background includes banking and finance. She served as Managing Director of Millennium Capital Development, an investment firm specializing in telecommunications and information technology projects; and Vice President of Treasury Bank, a “boutique bank” chartered in the District of Columbia. Linda is a member of the Chesapeake Women’s Network and the Partnering for Youth Advisory Council. Through her work, Linda enjoys being connected to many caring and compassionate individuals in the community.

A Change For The Better . . .

The Foundation for Community Partnerships has changed our name, but not the great level of service we

provide. We listened to our donors, our fund advisors, and those we serve in the community and it was unanimous: the old name was too long and confusing. Our board of directors deliberated and then selected the perfect name to describe who we are and what we do:

Chesapeake CharitiesSimply put, 1) We are a Community Foundation.2) We serve the Chesapeake Bay region. 3) We Make Charity Happen.

Since 2005, our community foundation has invested more than $5,797,750 in the areas of education, health and human services, the arts, animal welfare, and the environment. This past year alone, we awarded grants and scholarships totaling more than $1,038,000. By making lasting investments in the Chesapeake Bay region, we are creating a healthier community today and for generations to come. Most of these dollars are raised for and spent on our component funds – the charitable groups that operate under our umbrella.

You have already encountered many of our charitable funds in your daily life:List of Charitable FundsAdopt A Bear, Friends of Historic Christ Church, Alice Perry Liptak Scholarship, Friends of Island Dog Park, Animal Welfare League, Galestown Millpond Association, Bayshore Soccer Club , Giving the Edge Foundation, Bobbi Smith Cancer Foundation, Healthy Families, QA/Talbot Bully Free Community, Historic Stevensville A&E District, Cancer Comfort Angels, Island Bay Day, Cancer Comfort Angels Scholarship, Island Football Network, Caring and Sharing, Judy Center Partnership of QAC, Kent Narrows Development, Kent Island Educational Music, Caroline Veterans Memorial, MD Assoc. Prevention Prof. & Advocates,CASA of Queen Anne’s & Kent, Matapeake Elementary Mural Fund, Calvert Community Foundation, National Capital Radio & TV Museum, Centreville High School Alumni Scholarship, Partnering for Youth, Character Counts, Paso a Paso, Character Counts

Kent County, Price Community Club, Chesapeake Public Television, Queen Anne Railroad Society, Chesapeake Women’s Network, QAC Agricultural Land Preservation, Chesterfield Cemetery, QAC Community Partnerships, Child Abuse Response & Evaluation Center, QAC Economic Development,Corsica River Conservancy, QAC High School Alumni Association, CSAFE Community, QAC Parks & Recreation, CWN-Talbot County Scholarship, Safety Programs, Dancing for the Dogs, T. Conrad Monts Memorial, Dr. Elizabeth Hagen Scholarship, Talbot Senior Center Campaign, Drug Free Caroline Coalition, Team Chesapeake, Early Wars of QAC, The Ransom Foundation, Eastern Shore Police Canine, The Rose House, Eastern Shore Sister County International, Tomcat Solutions, Eric & Cara Thorn Memorial Scholarship, War of 1812 Commemoration Foundation Endowment, and Youth Development Assets

What they have in common is a passion for making a difference – and a desire to let an expert in philanthropy handle the paperwork. By establishing a component fund with Chesapeake Charities these groups are free to focus on the causes they believe in while we manage the fund. Donors have the assurance that their money is being used wisely – Chesapeake Charities uses less than 3% of donations for administration – so that .97 cents of every dollar donated is spent on direct services. Chesapeake Charities is accredited by the National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations and continues to receive national recognition for our financial health, accountability and transparency.

There are more than 700 community foundations in the U.S., and we are the fastest growing sector of American philanthropy. U.S. community foundations steward more than $55 billion in assets, raise nearly $5 billion a year in new funds and make annual grants totaling $4.2 billion. As experts in philanthropy, community foundations connect people to the issues and organizations making a difference in the region. And they connect donors with one another so they can have a greater collective impact. They also help

nonprofits manage their operating reserves and endowments, and strengthen their organizations to better serve constituents.

Community foundations offer:Personalized service: We make giving easy and effective. We offer a number of great giving options, and we accept a wide variety of gifts. You can contribute cash, stocks, bonds, property and bequests. You may establish a fund in your name, in the name of a loved one, or on behalf of a non-profit organization. In most cases, your gift qualifies for maximum tax advantage under federal law.

Local expertise: Our in-depth understanding of the issues, opportunities and resources that shape our community is at your service. We monitor all areas of community need – including human services, education, the environment, healthcare, the arts and economic development. We can help you learn more about local organizations and programs that make a difference in areas you care about most.

Community leadership: We bring diverse people and organizations together to address local issues and opportunities. We invest in the long term. Our business is building a strong community.

For more information about the Foundation for Community Partnerships, please contact Linda Kohler, Executive Director, at (443) 249-0606, [email protected] or visit our website at: www.chesapeakecharities.org


Diane Temple-McCready

Diane has over 30 years of experience in the fitness and wellness industry. Diane holds multiple certifications and licenses in personal training, group fitness, public speaking, consulting and after care. She also contributes articles on fitness and health to local and national publications.

She currently owns two businesses. Fitness with Diane, a consulting firm for those who need guidance in the fitness arena and Temple Fitness and Wellness Center located in Stevensville, Maryland.

Judy Wink

Judy Wink is Executive Director for the non-profit organization, Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center (CBEC) located in Grasonville. She is responsible for the daily operation and fundraising for the organization. Her

credentials include advanced degrees in Environmental Studies, Environmental Administration, Wildlife Biology, and Ornithology. Her career spans 50 years in the field with a number of agencies and organizations. She is on the board of the Queen Anne’s County Chamber of Commerce, and Kent Narrows Development Foundation, as well as, a member of Chesapeake Women’s Network.

Business in ProfileDiane Temple-McCready

Temple Fitness and Wellness Center &

Judy Wink Chesapeake Bay

Environmental Center


The Art Of Barbering

By Brenda Pressley, Owner, Director, Licensed InstructorBrenda Pressley is the owner of a small private trade school Pressley Beauty Academy Inc. We teach barbering, Cosmetology, Nail Technology, Instructor, Esthetics, and Makeup Artistry. I have been blessed to be able to teach students and clients alike. A new beauty from within. Which in turn makes all things possible. Education is a must. Learning is the foundation of life. With a strong foundation we have the ability to inspire others. We are located at 1417 New Burton Road, Dover, DE 19904

Pressley Beauty Academy Inc. Was proud to add barbering to our program

in 2011.

Archaeological studies reveal that hair cutting and styling were practiced in some form as early as the glacial age, Implements used were formed from sharpened flints, or bone. Hair adornment and braiding techniques were employed by using animal hide to tie back the hair. As time evolved there was a general belief among many groups that hair clipping could bewitch an individual. The privilege of hair cutting was reserved for priests, medicine men or other spiritual leaders of the tribe. In early times most groups considered the braid to be a sign of wisdom, strength or manhood. In some cultures the braid was a sacred symbol.

By the early ages barbers not only provided tonsorial services they also entered the world of medicine. One of the most common treatments for curing a variety of illnesses was the practice of bloodletting; barbers often assisted the clergy in this practice. For centuries dentistry was performed by barbers. They were known as barber-surgeons. The symbol of the barber pole evolved from technical procedures of bloodletting performed by the barber surgeons. The barber pole represents the staff that a patient would hold. The bottom cap was the

vessel to catch blood during bloodletting or lather for shaving the face. The white stripes on the pole represent bandages to stop bleeding, red represents the blood, and blue represents the veins. The modern day barbers have retained the barber’s pole as the fore most symbol of business and the profession of barbering. In fact in most states it is prohibited to display a barber pole at any establishment that is not a licensed barber shop.

In the late 1800’s the barbering profession changed, restructured into a new direction. The formation of employer organization known as Master Barber Group and Journeymen Barber Groups were the first steps toward upgrading and regulating the profession.

By the 19th century barbering had completely separated from religion and medicine

and began to emerge as an independent profession. The National Association of Barber schools were formed in 1927 working in cooperation with the associated Master Barbers and Beauticians of America. By 1963 The Name had changed again to the Journeymen Barbers, Hairdressers, Cosmetologist and Proprietors International Union of America.

Barbers have adapted to the eras into which they were born using the tools at hand. As a profession, barbering has risen from tribal beginnings to carry the practice of haircutting, styling and shaving to all parts of the world. Barbers have served as surgeons, dentists and wig makers. The art of barbering had adapted to trends, politics and

technology advancements Barbering Ethics, Skills, and Pride are still at the top of the pole. For more information visit our website at www.pressleybeautyacademyinc.com or by calling (302) 734-9853

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Everywhere you turn, people are talking about food and how you can eat your way

to better health and well-being. However, eating well sometimes comes at a cost. It’s all too common that the least expensive food is also the least nutritious. Families all across the great state of Maryland struggle to balance their budgets while eating a balanced diet. Where can they turn for help?

The Maryland WIC Program is a supplemental food and nutrition program created to bolster the health of women, infants, and children up to their fifth birthday, by providing nutritious foods, information on healthy eating, breastfeeding support, and referrals to health care. The foods WIC provides supply nutrients that are critical during times of growth and development. For women, these key times are during and after a pregnancy and while breastfeeding. A main part of WIC’s mission is to support and encourage breastfeeding. Mother’s milk is the healthiest food for giving baby the best start. Breastfeeding moms receive the largest quantity of WIC foods to support their unique nutritional needs. WIC staff and breastfeeding peer counselors offer mothers loving support and are resources for helping mothers sustain breastfeeding.

Since its beginning in 1974, the WIC Program has earned the reputation of being one of the most successful federally funded nutrition programs in the United States. Studies conducted by the USDA Food and Nutrition Services and other non-government entities point to WIC’s many accomplishments, such as: WIC reduces fetal deaths and infant mortality.

WIC reduces low birth weight rates and increases the duration of pregnancy.

WIC improves the growth of nutritionally at-risk infants and children.

WIC decreases the incidence

of iron deficiency anemia in children. WIC improves the dietary intake of pregnant and postpartum women and improves weight gain in pregnant women.

Pregnant women participating in WIC receive prenatal care earlier.

Children enrolled in WIC are more likely to have a regular source of medical care and have more up to date immunizations.

WIC helps get children ready to start school: children who receive WIC benefits demonstrate improved intellectual development.

WIC significantly improves children’s diets.

Who qualifies for WIC? Pregnant women, new mothers, and children before their fifth birthday with a qualifying income. Someone can have a job or be unemployed, married, single or live with their parents. Fathers, mothers, guardians or grandparents may apply on behalf of children under age five. Someone who receives Medical Assistance, Food Stamps, Temporary Cash Assistance,

or Foster Care is automatically income eligible for WIC. The best way to find out if you qualify is to call a WIC clinic near you.

Follow these three easy steps to apply to the Maryland WIC Program:

Call 1-800-242-4942 or visit www.mdwic.org to find your nearest WIC location and call your local WIC office to schedule an appointment. The clinic staff will schedule an appointment for you and will tell you what to bring. Come to your WIC appointment with the following information:

Proof of Identity - Bring one of the following for each applicant:- Driver’s license or MVA Identification- Birth certificate - Social security card - Picture identification (government, school, employment) Crib card from the hospital for new babies

Proof of household income bring at least one of the following:- Recent family pay stubs (dated within 30 days)

- Medical Assistance cards for all family members - Independence Card with register receipt (dated within 30 days) Benefits letters: SSI, Social Security, Unemployment

Proof of your address: bring one of the following: - Official mail (bill or statement) - Driver’s license or Maryland Identification card - Copy of a lease

Proof of pregnancy, if applicable: bring one of the following: - Doctor’s note - Pregnancy test results - Sonogram

Immunization record for an infant or child. WIC will provide a monthly “prescription” of nutritious foods tailored to enhance the diet of each participant. Participants will be given checks for specific foods which can be used at participating local grocers or Farmers’ Markets. WIC also provides information about shopping, cooking, eating well, and connects participants with other health and wellness services. WIC is for a healthier Maryland. Tell a friend!

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Looking For That Perfect Gift?We all look for that special gift to give the family member who has everything or to someone who needs something just for them. When we find the right thing for the right person we just know it. We prefer to give those meaningful gifts personal to the person we are buying for, not an impersonal gift card if we can help it. What a wonderful surprise when we find a solution that can fit our needs for many occasions in the future! And it is always a gift in return to see how much what you give means to the recipient. These framed photos are unique gifts for the holidays, graduation or any gift giving occasion. Alpha-Framed photo pictures are the right gift for any of these occasions. In designs geared for school spirit, sports teams (great for players and coaches), family names and LOVE - for a treasured wedding gift. Plan ahead and place your orders now. Photos can be submitted for inclusion.All letters of the alphabet are available.

Send email to: [email protected] or call: 302-492-3496Size: 5x7 or 8x10Wedding * Sport Team * School Spirit * Family NameFrame: Black * Wooden * Silver * Gold Make sure to include contact information, including phone number. Credit Cards Accepted!

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Montgomery/Ford Photography founded in 1991, remains

dedicated to our clients, committed to our craft, and is challenged each day to create a signature image for each and every client. Our professional and creative work reflects a long history behind the camera.

Personalization, sophistication, and artistry allow us to see beyond the camera’s lens to the canvas. Our goal is to create an experience you will remember and share. Our work is displayed in homes and offices throughout the United States, Virgin Islands and Mexico.

We have been featured in the following publications: Sew Beautiful, Delaware Bride, Delaware Today, Community News, Spark Newspaper, Signature, Land & Homes just to name a few. We also have been on Philadelphia NBC 10 for our classic boudoir. Montgomery Ford has also been awarded the U.S. Commerce Association 2009/2010/2011 Best of Wilmington Award. We previously were the official photographers for the Delaware March of Dimes. Currently we are the photographers for the Lighthouse Christian Academy, Kent County DE Women’s Journal and the Mid Shore Women’s Journal.

It›s not just the quality of our work that sets Montgomery Ford Photography apart from other photography studios. It›s also the diversity, creativity and style that is visible in each and every one of our photographs.

See for yourself how Montgomery Ford Photography captures the essence of the subject. Each of our photos is a testament to how Montgomery

Ford Photography uses the interplay between light, technology and people to create unique photographs tailored to your needs.

Family Portraits: We don’t just ‘take pictures”! The trend today is to personalize your space with wall portraiture. We create custom pieces of art capturing the relationship of your family. Our visionary style and devotion to photography will create a unique piece of art for your home.

Executive: Discerning executives choose Montgomery Ford Photography for all their portrait needs. We provide corporate head shots that may be used in company brochures, on web sites and in annual reports, as well as formal wall-sized portraits for offices and corporate galleries.

Over the years, we have earned a reputation for providing business men and women with the professional photographs that make them look their best. We are the area’s #1 source for corporate and executive photography. Whether you’re part of a large company or an individual, we understand the business need and importance of having a superior business portrait. Convenient. Affordable. Flexible. Because You’re a Busy Executive.

Corporate/Special Events: We offer great corporate/special event photography, and we’ve worked in countless locations for the past 25+ years. We’re always available to come to your chosen location to accommodate multiple individuals, groups, and capture the event through our photojournalism style photography.

Commercial: We have worked for many years photographing exteriors and interiors for realtors and other businesses. We have been commisioned by architects, construction companies, interior designers and editorial publications. Our architectural images are primarily used for portfolio and marketing purposes and help bring recognition to the clients work.

Pet Portraiture: Your pet captured your heart, why not let us capture the unique spirit and personality of your dog or cat with photographs that please you.

The Beauty of Classic Boudoir – For the Fearless Women! Allure Boudoir Photography by Peggy (in association with Montgomery Ford Photography) gives her the opportunity to present her loved one with the very special gift of YOU. You at your very best; you as he will cherish you forever. Be inspired! Be a work of art! Create the absolutely perfect gift…for a special occasion, for any occasion, for no occasion, for someone special — or just for you…just because! From innocent flirtation to soft nudes.

Peggy creates beautiful images of you in a king size room and Jacuzzi (bubbles included!) with the scenic view of the Chesapeake at the Holiday Inn Express on Kent Island. It is the perfect setting to capture unique memories!

Gift Certificates Available: The gift certificate can be credited towards any of our exclusive photography sessions. Gift Certificates are available for any amount you choose as we customize and personalize each certificate that is purchased!

Guarantee: We are committed to excellence and customer service satisfaction!

Call now to discuss your ideas or for more information!

Testimonial: “For many years our family has had beautiful portraits photographed by Montgomery/Ford Photography. Peggy & Michael have captured the best moments in our lives and we have a wonderful display throughout our home of not only great photography, but wonderful framing and matting as well. We are always very satisfied and trust in Montgomery/Ford that our portraits will be awesome every time. Thank you both!” Love, Wendy Cooper, Chesapeake City, MD

The first step in having any portrait style created is to call us at 302-494-0802 or email at: [email protected]. At that time we will discuss in detail the style of portrait you are looking to have us create – formal/casual, which includes clothing ideas for the family, location, sizing. We will take away any stress for you. It will be a fun experience for the entire family! The session investment starts at just $75 and we offer different packages to match anyone’s budget! Peggy M. Ford

302-494-0802 Chester, MD [email protected]

www.allureboudoirphoto.com

Montgomery/Ford is about building relationships and the

pursuit of your signature image. We look forward

to hearing from you!

About Us

By Peggy Montgomery Ford Since 1988, Peggy and Michael Ford have been providing portrait photography, commercial photography, and special event photography to individuals and businesses in the DelMarVa and Baltimore-Washington areas. Their work, which can be viewed on their website at www.montgomeryford.com, is displayed throughout the United States and in the Virgin Islands and Mexico. In 2011 Montgomery Ford relocated its headquarters from Wilmington, Delaware, to Chester, Maryland.

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Tucked away in Waterside Village in the charming town of Easton, Edible Arrangements has filled

a niche on the Eastern Shore with the many facets of business development they offer the community. Whether it’s their corporate accounts with easy gift-giving; donations to local churches, food and pet pantries, children’s teams and cancer research; or the sheer array of healthy and delicious arrangements deliverable anywhere in the continental U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico, Edible Arrangements does it all!

Kim is also very proactive about reaching out to anyone new to the area, both through local Realtors® and business owners. She hosts a variety of meetings and attends events to spread the word so that she can welcome everyone to Easton personally. It’s a fun and interactive way to introduce her delicious, healthy treats and gifts!

Our arrangements are filled with the highest quality fruit with no preservatives or additives, guaranteeing a fresh and healthy gift. Everyone is welcome to come to the shop where we can assist in finding the unique gift you’re looking for. We also serve sample treats for the uninitiated! It’s exciting to be able to make people happy for a living.

We are open from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday,

8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturdays.

Call today 410-770-5603 to order an edible arrangement or stop by our Easton location 28601 Marlboro Avenue #106

“I’m so excited that I have the opportunity to come to work and know that I make people happy for a living.”

By Kimberly Zambalis

Kimberly Zambalis and her husband Nick opened heir Edible Arrangements shop in Easton in June of 2010. They were planning to start their new life together once Nick returned from a tour in Iraq and arranged his retirement after 20 years of service, and Kim completed her studies in Business Management at West Virginia University. The shop, filled with the delicious chocolate and fruit creations, is the perfect spot for Nick and Kim to develop their business savvy, serve the community, and entertain their new baby Dylan!

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Commerce Street CreameryThe Commerce Street Creamery is a charming

sandwich and coffee shop located in the heart of Centreville, Maryland; specializing in breakfast, lunch, delicious coffees, espresso, and teas. The Creamery also features Hershey’s hand dipped ice creams, milkshakes, ice cream sodas, and more. You are invited to enjoy the comfortable atmosphere, superior service, and delicious food and treats. A true ‘Mom & Pop’ business, Val and Rick pride themselves on everything their store offers. “Centreville has just been great,” says Rick. “We love the people, the town, and couldn’t be happier.” Val adds, “We really enjoy the customers, talking with them, listening to them, and truly getting to know them. We have regulars we see everyday, sometimes for both breakfast and lunch.”

The menu seems just right, with a great mix of breakfast favorites and a delicious variety of sandwiches that are all made to order in their “fast casual” atmosphere. With an emphasis on efficiency and service, orders are prepared quickly and are always delicious. The Creamery’s homemade soups, freshest salads, and daily specials are all customer favorites. With over forty sandwiches to choose from, there is something to suit everyone’s taste.

The Creamery has continued to evolve since their 2012 Grand Opening. Starting as primarily a coffee and ice cream shop, the owners quickly saw the need for more options. The lunch menu was then added, along with a

light breakfast menu that offers a variety of breakfast sandwiches. From the very beginning, Val and Rick understood that quality and service were going to be the keys to their success. They put together a menu that was simple, delicious, and always a good value. Offering a variety of daily specials, a dedicated following was quickly established.

As time passed, the owners saw the opportunity to offer even more. Being very community oriented, Val and Rick developed a plan that would allow local groups to network in the community and raise money for their cause, using the Creamery as a fundraising venue. For the past two summers, the Commerce Street Creamery has hosted a series of “Friday Night Socials.” These events allow a group, like a Cub Scout Pack or a travel youth sports team, to utilize the Creamery to earn a generous portion of a night’s proceeds to benefit their cause. Rick says, “This was certainly a win/win for us, too. We got a chance to meet many new customers through these Friday Night Socials, that has allowed us to grow our customer base exponentially.” In addition to the in store fundraising nights, the Creamery also has developed a handful of other fundraising opportunities that are very easy to implement and continue to be very successful.

Late last year, the Creamery redeveloped their Breakfast Menu and has expanded their offering. In addition to their delicious array of breakfast sandwiches, Val and Rick have added a variety of breakfast platters to the menu. Favorites like Cream Chipped Beef,

homemade Belgian Waffles, and more are aimed to please anyone. Just like their lunch menu, dine-in or take-out is available for breakfast, as well. “This has been a big plus for us”, says Val. “Many of our customers were continually asking for breakfast platters, and we wanted to make sure we could do it right. It took some planning, a little trial and error, but we are really happy with how it has turned out.”

Keeping in tune with the needs of their customers, the Commerce Street Creamery also offers Catering Services. Val and Rick offer a variety of catering solutions that include both breakfast and lunch menus. They offer selections that are as simple as boxed lunches for small or large groups, to menus including beautiful sandwich platters for Bridal Parties, Birthday Parties, and more. The Creamery’s attention to detail, great service, and delicious food are always a winning combination. Off-site and on-site catering is available. Big plans are in store at the

Commerce Street Creamery. As Val and Rick celebrate their third year, they are expanding. This spring, the Creamery will grow by adding additional seating and a designated meeting/party room designed to accommodate the needs of our community. Without losing sight of their core business model, the Coulby’s feel that these new opportunities will allow them to make a good thing better.

The Commerce Street Creamery is located at 110 North Commerce Street, in Centreville, Maryland. Open weekdays at 7:30 and 8:00 am on Saturday the Creamery looks forward to having you join them for Breakfast or Lunch, and during evening hours during warmer months.

Call Val or Rick to discuss a ‘Friday Night Social’ to benefit your group or to discuss a catering opportunity. Don’t forget to Like them on Facebook and visit their website to view the menu, www.CommerceStreetCreamery.com

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By Valerie CoulbyValerie Coulby is one of the proud proprietors of the Commerce Street Creamery. She and her husband, Rick, were both born and raised on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. They both understand the definition of service and how it relates to operating a successful small business in today’s economy. In business since December 2012, the owners of the Commerce Street Creamery feel they have a clear concept and the ability to implement it consistently. Rick feels much of their success comes from the determination to succeed and the flexibility to adapt to changing market conditions.

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It’s a new day in Trappe but I’ll bet many of you have never heard of, or

been to the town of Trappe! Sandwiched between Easton and Cambridge on Maryland’s Eastern Shore many locals refer to the town as a bedroom community, with no real claim to fame; except perhaps the Rural Life Museum, shown by appointment only. The town is full of characters, families that have been here for generations and transplants, like me. Just two blocks off the Route 50 corridor- tucked away, you’ll find THE HIDDEN GEM RESTAURANT. An intimate, casual fine dining room with a cozy bar, serving comfort food that will make the drive worth your time! It’s a little hard to find, that’s why it’s called it THE HIDDEN GEM!!

The restaurant boasts two claims to fame, HOMEMADE AND WE MEAN IT and LIVER TO LOBSTER, WE SERVE IT!! I have been in the restaurant business since just out of high school and have benefited from working in some truly iconic restaurants, many now gone, but definitely not forgotten! Fresh food, made to order, the menu features many old favorites, Stuffed Peppers, the Monte Cristo, Classic Reuben, Antipasto Salad, Crab Melt, Five Layered Lasagna, Hot Roast Beef Platter, Chicken Cordon Blue, Shrimp Cocktail, Crab Imperial, Meatloaf, Greek Salad…I could go on! Of course you’ll enjoy the Eastern Shore favorites, Crab Cakes, Maryland Crab and Cream of Crab Soups, Fresh Fish and Jumbo Shrimp served many ways, Shrimp Salad, Fried Shrimp or Crab Imperial Stuffed Shrimp! Meat lovers, will enjoy choosing from a fresh cut between Prime Rib,Twin Filets or New

York Strip Steak. The Eggplant and Spinach Parmigiana is a favorite of vegetarians and others a like! My Quiche of the Day never disappoints, it’s not just about eggs here!! Apple and cherry turnovers served with vanilla ice cream, brownie sundaes, rice pudding are among the desserts!! Oh! I don’t want to forget to mention our Homemade potato chips,that are complementary with the sandwiches, a true labor of love! My son would never forgive me if I forget to mention Bella’s Pizza, named after his daughter. Made with FRESH DOUGH, Matthew takes great pride in his pies!! Eat in or Carryout, I’m sure you can guess, the sauce and toppings are fresh too!! Open 7 days a week (except Christmas), I am here to make sure you leave wanting to tell friends and know you’ll be anxious come back for more!! Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner, relax and listen to the light Jazz Music while your meal is prpared,and while you chat with your friends or family. I’ve been told I make a mean Martini, Manhattan, and Old Fashion ….Margarita anyone?? The house cocktail called The Gem Runner is made with coconut rum and fresh juices, perfect for a warm summer day or night…quite refreshing!! May I suggest a Bloody Mary or Mimosa to start your day right?? Of

course, domestic and imported bottled beers are also available. Moderately priced wine by the bottle or by the glass. I have also hosted some real fine and fun Tea Parties - Ladiesthis is a great way to spend an afternoon with friends and catch up! My thought is when you read this you will want to visit The Hidden Gem Restaurant. I hope you realize I take this very seriously, and though no one is perfect, each day I do my best to carry on the tradition of fresh food and quality service. On a personal note, I ask you to join me and others each night at 9p.m. to take just a minute to pray for our country, our fallen heroes, and our wounded and still serving soldiers, thank them and their families for all they have given us!! Share this to all your friends and families, it can give hope and encouragement to those who need it most!!

See you at the Gem,

29350 Maple Avenue Trappe, Maryland

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On Friday, August 9th, 2013, a friend treated to lunch for my birthday at The Hidden Gem. When I got home, I told my husband that I had eaten a burger that “was to die for.” We went back the next night and have hardly missed a weekend of having dinner at The Hidden Gem. The atmosphere is delightfully charming, the prices are reasonable, and the food is beyond compare. It’s all homemade to order, and just cannot be topped! At this point I think we have pretty much tried everything on the menu and have to say without prejudice that there is no favorite – they are all our favorites! If you haven’t been to The Hidden Gem, you owe it to yourself to try it. You are going to love it!Stevi & Alfred Saathoff, Hurlock, MD

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By Debbie CussenDebbie Cussen had a dream for years to open her own restaurant, insisting on fresh and home-made foods while offering a casual, fine dining experience. Debbie looked into teaching as a career but having worked in the Hospitality Industry since graduating high school, she caught “the bug” almost immediately. She prides herself in having learned the business from quality people from the ground up. Having worked in some long-time established and admired restaurants; including the original Pimlico Hotel an emphasis on service and “going the extra mile” has been engrained in her. Tutored by the amazing Ms. Kitty Whittington, now retired from the Restaurant Association of Maryland and placing in the Top Ten for server of the year, Debbie feels uniquely qualified to offer a professional dining experience. Debbie extends an invitation to join her and enjoy classic food, light jazz and conversation.

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Greetings and Salutations! Welcome to the third annual “Back to School” (August/September) issue of ‘Literal

Lissa.’ This column is an ongoing feature unique to the Kent County edition of the Women’s Journal. In each issue I thoughtfully recommend a collection of novels – sometimes new and sometimes old – encompassing a vast array of genres and subjects. All of this in effort to further pique you and your family’s interests, expand your general knowledge, and broaden your love for the printed (and now digital) page. As I’m penning this introduction, Independence Day is a mere two days away. Yet, somehow in the midst of all this red, white, & blue spectacular, I’ve already begun to spy retailers soft advertising their yearly Back to School savings events. It’s a present reminder that summer isn’t actually endless and soon we’ll all be trading in our boards for book once more. By the time this issue goes to print that Back to School shopping will be in full swing. You’ll practically be screaming supplies in your sleep. Backpacks! Pencils! Notebooks! Paper! It all appears to be never ending. Before you lose yourself to the mindboggling and often times berating preparations on your “Back to School” check list, take a break to relax and study some of these selections below. They’re sure to leave you feeling ahead of the class.

My EducationBy: Susan Choi

From the minute she meets Professor Nicholas Brideur, Regina Gottlieb is captivated. This would not be such a menacing thing if everything that draws her into his

world wasn’t so wrong. From the usual and suspecting company the professor keeps, to the classes he instructs, and even his wife, Regina finds herself helplessly entrapped. And her juicy love affair with Professor Brideur is written carefully as it honestly explores and depicts actions of a

young heart in its most bold and primitive habitat.

I Wear the Black Hat: Grappling With Villains (Real and Imagined)By: Chuck KlostermanThis non-fiction by famed and noted writer Klosterman, cleverly and entreatingly explores the fascinating ideals of the antihero in modern culture. In this book he questions

the modern understanding of villainy and why it’s often praised and revered. From Bill Clinton and Batman, to Don Henley and O.J. Simpson, Klosterman’s observations and criticisms on the complexity of the antihero deliver insightful and humorous depictions that will leave you questioning your own understanding of the villain.

PanicBy: Lauren OliverPanic began as so many things do in Carp, a poor town of twelve thousand people in the middle of nowhere: because it was summer, and there was nothing else to do. Heather never thought she would compete

in panic, a legendary game played by graduating seniors. She’d never thought of herself as fearless, the kind of person who would fight to stand out. But when she finds something and someone to fight for, she will discover that she is braver than she ever thought. Dodge has never been afraid of panic. His secret will fuel him,and get him all the way through the game; he’s sure of it. But what he doesn’t know is that he’s not the only one with a secret. Everyone has something to play for. For Heather and Dodge, the game will bring new alliances, unexpected revelations, and the possibility of first love for each of them.

MatildaBy: Roald Dahl

This timeless classic by famed children’s author Roald Dahl is about one particularly extraordinary little girl paving a path in the world not always accepting of her special talents and

gifts. It’s an ideal Back to School read for early elementary school and middle students. While attending school (finally!), Matilda encounters the truly awful and evil headmistress, Miss Trunchbull., but also the sweet love and care of her teacher, Miss Honey. At school, Matilda’s tale really begins to “take flight” and she finds a home where she finally belongs.

Good news, everyone! All of these selections are available at your disposal, free of charge, at your nearest Delaware Public Library. Log on to www.lib.de.us to find the closest library to you, along with additional information on how you can get carded.

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By Melissa Johnson Melissa Johnson is a twenty-something young lady with a penchant for the arts & entertainment currently residing in Dover. She has several years of work experience in the Delaware Public Libraries and is an advocate of reading and life-long learning.

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Rehearsal dinners have become a very important part of wedding planning

rather than just a formality. Rehearsals allow the families and wedding party the time to meet, greet and commune with one another in a more informal environment. Preplanning your evening will allow you to enjoy this wonderful occasion without the worry of stress.

Picking a venue close to the rehearsal location and the hotels of out-of-town guests is very important. Living on the Eastern Shore you may need to take into consideration weekend beach traffic in the planning of your event. You may want to add on a cocktail hour to allow all of your guests to arrive; given that some may be traveling after a workday or encounter congestion on the roads. Once the rehearsal is complete your guests should not have to travel far to get to a good night’s sleep before the big day. Cocktail hours are an excellent way to buffer the staggered arrival of guests and to set a casual, relaxed tone for your evening. With the next day being so important a less ‘spirited’ evening is usually in order. Most hosts opt for beer and wine selections to be offered at the rehearsal dinner. Thoughtful wine pairings or the selection of the bride and grooms favorites are excellent ideas to add a signature touch while keeping your guests’ consumption under control. Chances are if the wedding is taking place in Maryland that there is a crab cake and filet mignon in your near future! Make sure that the menu you are selecting compliments the food being served at the wedding rather than repeating, reinventing, or overshadowing. Highlighting what is fresh, regional and a specialty of the restaurant is

always a good idea. Rockfish, soft crabs and oysters are some of Maryland’s best offerings and can be incorporated into your menu in endless ways.

When choosing a menu that has courses, consider preselecting all but the main course with “crowd pleaser” options. For example Bridges Restaurant serves our famous Spinach and Arugula Salad with a white balsamic honey dressing, crispy bacon, hard boiled eggs, roasted red peppers and a warm goat cheese crouton as a first course dining option. Everyone who has had this salad is a member of the clean plate club! Selecting an item like this for all of your guests shows thoughtfulness in your preparations for the dinner and saves you from having to collect and organize that information from them! Think outside the table! Why not have a non-traditional rehearsal; where seating and preordered menu selection formalities are put aside? Think about planning a casual event where both families can meet, mingle and relax before the big day. Cocktail party themed events take the stress out of planning a formal seated dinner. A selection of heavy hors de oeuvres stationed around a beautiful waterfront or country venue is the perfect way to celebrate on the Shore. Thoughtfully selected wine and cocktail parings will impress your guests and add a signature touch to your event. Invitations are standard for rehearsal dinners hosted in a banquet room, restaurant or similar venue. Send your invitations out close to when the wedding invitations are being sent so that your guests can plan their schedules around all the wedding related activities. It is very important that you are clear

with your instructions in collecting menu preorders for your dinner.

Be certain to make it clear that you want to know what each individual guest will be selecting for their meals. You don’t want to get invitations back with just a list of check marked orders and no corresponding names. Don’t forget to invite the officiant and his or her spouse or significant other. They may or may not choose to attend, however it’s the polite thing to do. The night of the dinner should be planned out with the venue coordinator so that you can spend your time meeting, greeting and enjoying your guests. Casual self-seating is the standard for rehearsals. You may want to consider a head table where the bride and groom will sit with the parents or the bridal party. Tables of 6 or 8 guarantee an environment where conversation can be had easily. You should know in advance who will be speaking, toasting, if there will be any gift exchanges and any other activities. Communicating this information with your venue coordinator is essential in

organizing your night. Remember that the ultimate goal of the rehearsal dinner is to acclimate the families and to set the tone of the coming day. Anticipating your guest’s needs and preparing for them are at the core of hospitality. A relaxed environment with thoughtful organization and planning are certain to guarantee a stress free evening, setting the foundation for all the fabulous things to come.

Customer Testimonial But there is no way I wanted to go without expressing our gratitude for the wonderful job you and your staff did for our son’s rehearsal dinner. First and foremost - the food - it was delicious and unique. Everyone mentioned how good it was - we couldn’t have asked for better. Secondly - you were so easy and helpful to work with. I appreciated your ideas and how accommodating you were. You patiently walked me through everything. On that evening, your staff worked hard to keep our packed room satisfied and everything moving smoothly.Liz D.

By Michael Moon

Michael Moon was born and raised in the quaint town of Easton, Maryland. Michael’s interest in food has been with him for as long as he can recall. He remembers working up from the position of dishwasher in his grandmother’s kitchen to the coveted position of sous chef by age 10. Growing up working his family’s business taught him the importance of service and hospitality in the warm Eastern Shore way.

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Fashion is so much more than cars, clothing, and jewelry. It plays a greater role than people realize,

especially in what we elect to drink. It’s not surprising that fashion and wine go hand and hand, but it actually seems the two are a match made in heaven.

Regardless of the method use to make sparkling wine, today’s wineries are using more than Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. Drinking bubbly is an ex-perience that is unparalleled: a true plea-sure of all senses. Bits of edible genuine 24 carat gold flakes also make it utterly decadent. The mere idea of adding a touch of bling to any party or celebratory scenario is luxury on your lips.

Bleu de Chavin, truly extraordinary and unique, is a Caribbean blue destination that accentuates the profound taste of luxury in a sexy bottle. The style and flavor of this wine gives a distinctive character, setting it aside from other sparkling wines by offering a gentler perfume and tender flavor. As a delicate sparkling wine re-served for memorable celebrations, it of-fers seductive flavors and fresh aromatic effervescence with vividly pastel blueber-ries presented in an impressively alluring bottle belying a tasteful flair.

A refreshing change of pace from ordi-nary, the Champagner-Bratbirne Pear presents itself as a fine-bubbled, long-last-ing, intense, and unexpectedly delicate pleasure. The aroma infatuates with notes of ripe pears, encouraging the subtle creation of thirst and curiosity. An histori-cal book from 1760 documents that these sparkling wines have been produced from trees up to 150 years old, about 50 years before sparkling wines from grapes were produced in Germany.

Image Wine Cellars, the only importer of these exclusive sparkling wines, proudly presents the “New Face of Celebration.” The nature of the company is to provide a lifestyle of luxury, catalyzed by pro-

moting a new wine type in the USA and abroad. A distinctive character that will connect high-end entities and their re-spective clients as they create the “ESE Experience” (Embrace-Smile-Enjoy). Busi-nesses can use this “Experience” to re-ward loyal clients, employing it as a sym-bol of appreciation and prestige. Image Wine Cellars’ image of chic ex-clusivity is specially designed to create platinum brand loyalty. This image will be further cultivated through association with memorable and prestigious events and occasions, fostering a perception of an elegant and vibrant connection with people and their experiences.

Make no mistake, the world will always adore the romance and elegance of traditional sparkling wines and cham-pagnes. However, for the first time in centuries, wine makers are embracing the power of the fashion industry in their creative process. This elaborate business of moving people through the power of imagery and associations leads to trails of stimulation, fantasy, and titillation as the cork pierces the atmosphere. The by-product is an image of luxury in its full ca-pacity to make your celebration etched in stone for years to come: unique prod-ucts for your special moments.

The New Face Of Celebration

By Jim Price Jim Price is a highly skilled, entrepreneurial-minded individual who is an accomplished Chemist, Quality Assurance and Quality Control professional with a track record of results-driven success in delivering the improvements and efficiencies that support ongoing business modernization and technical capabilities. However, all his skill sets and education did not make him invulnerable to the down turn in our economy. Realizing there is no such thing as job security, he decided to take hold of his future and create his own destiny. Mr. Price brings with him exceptional business acumen, garnered from his considerable experience managing multi-million dollar chemical template repositories for high profile clients. He has a passion for developing and implementing new products and brands as well. This coupled with an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the beverage and lifestyle products industry and its market dynamics led to the creation of Image Wine Cellars. Image Wine Cellars is a member of the BBB as well as the only importer of the wine type Chic-Lux. Focused on building relationship through special occasions and events, Jim makes it possible for you to stand out in the minds of your family, friends, and clients. Contact him at [email protected] for more information.

EmbraceSmile Enjoy


Recipes! By Lisa Dolbey

Chinese Five Spice Recipe

The Chinese Five Spice blend is a staple in Chinese cooking, and is often used in a technique called “flavour potting”, where meat is steeped in a rich sauce and cooked for long hours. It is used in many Asian recipes, its sweet tangy flavor goes well with greasy meats like pork and duck. Stir-fried vegetables are enhanced by sprinkling about a teaspoon of Chinese five- spice over them when cooking. Add a little salt and it makes an excellent spice rub for chicken, duck, pork and seafood. Blend the following ground spices: 1 1/2 tbsp star anise 2 1/2 tsp fennel seeds 1 1/2 tsp cassia or cinnamon 1/2 tsp Szechwan pepper 1/2 tsp cloves optional: 1/2 teaspoon white pepper and/or 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger.

Both will give added bite and depth of flavor

Old Bay Seasoning Ingredients:

1 Tbsp. Celery Salt 1/4 tsp. Paprika 1/8 tsp. Black Pepper 1/8 tsp. Cayenne Pepper Pinch Ground Dry Mustard Pinch Mace Pinch Cinnamon Pinch Cardamom Pinch Allspice Pinch Ground Clove Pinch Ginger

Preparation: Combine all ingredients in a small bowl. Store in a sealed container. Makes 4 teaspoons. Mix 50:50 with coarse salt when seasoning crabs.

You can also use the blend on chicken, French fries, popcorn, baked potatoes, devilled eggs, hamburgers, and even pizza. If you’ve got a recipe that requires Old Bay, but don’t have any, head to the spice cabinet and throw these ingredients together to make the perfect clone.

When you want those special spice blends but you don’t have them in your cabinet, you might just have the ingredients you need to make them yourself! I pulled these from the internet, so they are not family recipes or my creations! Cooking is way more than adding salt and pepper to a dish. Try some of these spice blends and really attempt creative cooking!

enjoy!

food & fun

Herbes de Provence

For 2 tbsp herbs de Provence substitute as much of the following herbs as you have available:

Ingredients:

4 tsp each dried thyme and marjoram 1 1/2 tsp summer savory 1/4 tsp dried rosemary and mint 1/8 tsp fennel seeds

This is a great choice on both meats and veggies and is a flavor combination I Love!

Tired of the same old Dishes?

Maybe it’s time to Spice up

your cooking!


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This is what our advertisers say about the Women’s Journals: The Woman’s Journal has provided the Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce (CDCC) an affordable opportunity to market our events, programs and chamber to a consistent growing market in Central Delaware. The quality of the magazine is incomparable and the large page sizes give the advertiser more exposure. The distribution of the Women’s Journal is widely known and popular among many of the CDCC members. Whether you are advertising or featured in the Woman’s Journal, let it be known you will be taken care of by the staff at The Woman’s Journal. - J.R.Ennis, Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce

Working with the staff of the Women’s Journal has been a great experience. Their knowledge of their brand and audience has proven to be fruitful for my business. The reach of the Journal’s readers was much greater than the area in which it is distributed. I look forward to a long partnership with the Women’s Journal. - Michael Moon, Bridges Restaurant, Kent Narrows

We just love the Women’s Journal. We have seen a great response from our articles. We have gained new patients every month, not just the month of publication. These patients have been quality, repeat patients for our office. The Journal paid for itself by the third issue. We have seen a 40% return on investment and have two publications left in the one year time frame. Aside from the financial aspect, we think it’s important to educate the public about dentistry and this gives us that opportunity. It’s so much better than just an ad giving generic information about your business. We also love Kevin’s enthusiasm and dynamic personality. He always brightens our day when he comes into our office. – Dr. Coope, Care First Dental

Being a contributor for the Mid-Shore Women’s Journal has been a blessing for my business. We have been trying to establish our business as a wellness & fitness facility and not just another gym. Since being with MSWJ, I believe we are accomplishing this goal.

Because the MSWJ is distributed for free in various businesses and venues, and offers education to the readers, I know we have reached more prospective customers than regular advetising options such as the local paper and expensive display ads. - Diane Temple-McCready, Temple Wellness & Fitness

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