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Grand Traverse Woman Networking Bonanza P.O. Box 22 Interlochen, MI 49643 tel: 231.276.5105 By Kandace Chapple fax: 231.276.5106 [email protected] & Kerry winkler www.grandtraversewoman.com Blog: www.grandtraversewoman.com In honor of our career issue, we Facebook: http://companies.to/grandtraversewoman thought we would rehash the land- Publishers Kandace Chapple mines known as networking events. Kerry Winkler

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No software to buy or learn! Convert your paper forms or Word The job: I am the executive director of the Traverse Symphony Orchestra, a professional symphony serving Northern Michigan. I oversee the overall and Excel based forms to a true database stored form, you can administration of this performing arts organization. customize your own navigation, add formulas for addition and subtraction, customize with your logo, export the data, email The start: I studied music and English at Albion College with a specialty in from the form and more. vocal performance. Midway through my college career, though I had many rewarding performance opportunities (including soloing with the Grand New department = low introductory prices. Rapids Symphony), I didn’t feel at home being center stage. My love was the Starting as low as $49! study of the music, climbing into and being absorbed by a piece and the art of perfecting each phrase. I chose to surround myself with music, beginning Going Digital Conversions:(Partial list) with employment at Interlochen Center for the Arts, where I worked for Employee evaluation nine years before joining the Symphony staff. Inspection Checklists Quizzes and Tests The best part: The music! We bring powerful, inspiring and exhilarating arts Purchase order, Receipts experiences to Traverse City. At every concert I soak in the energy and enthusiasm emanating from the stage and the audience around me. It’s Daily cashbox reconciliation Scan the QR Code or visit: rewarding to the staff and volunteers of this non-profit who work so pas- Use your imagination! www.citymac.net/going-digital sionately to bring this music to life for our community.

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City is overflowing with genuine, wonderful people that I am blessed to Listen at work! spend time with every day. Win your A day in the life: “Typical day” doesn’t exist! Managing a non-profit with limited staff and resources is fast paced, with continuous creative thinking — seek- perk! ing funds and fresh ideas for marketing and enriching programming. To keep the organization moving forward, the yearning on behalf of all staff never ceases. Passion for our mission keeps us energized.

Years on the job: I’ve worked for the Symphony close to seven years. Prior to becoming the executive director 15 months ago, I was responsible for development and marketing.

The workweek: I work 40 hours a week in the office, spend time on evenings and weekends for special events and concerts and often work from home.

Office space: The Symphony office is located in downtown Traverse City. I love our downtown. Each day brings me down Traverse City’s Front Street for meetings, meals, etc. I enjoy the small-town friendliness of Traverse City; everywhere you go you greet a familiar face.

Family life: I have three beautiful children: a 12-year-old son and 9-year-old twin girls. They are thoughtful, creative and joy-filled beings. There is a lot of giggling at our house! Laughter fuels me, at home and at work. With six Join our loyal listener club, the Lite 96.3 Family instruments in our home, there is continuous music accompaniment to the to win great prizes everyday at work! It’s your Perk giggles. for Listening At Work... from the station that keeps the fun in your workday, Krista Cooper can be contacted at 231.947.7120 or visit www.TraverseSymphony.org. Today’s Lite 96.3. Join today at Lite96.com A career with staying power Hotel Management, BS The hotel and restaurant industry leads the service segment of our economy with continued expansion and opportunities abounding. Students are prepared for management in all areas, including food and beverage divisions, rooms division, sales and marketing, facilities operations and more. Ferris’ hospitality programs offer global experiences and opportunities in the hospitality industry, predicated on a solid business foundation.

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By Margaret Fedder

Maybe it’s the still-rebounding economy. My Career Crisis was of my own making. I with no one else to shoulder the weight of signing Maybe it’s the ever-expanding self-help sections worked as a teacher for nine years, and I truly documents, of divvying up property. in bookstores and libraries. Maybe it’s the align- loved it. But that love could not keep the unavoid- ment of the sun and moon and stars. Whatever able at bay. Then one day, something shifted. the cause, it seems as though the past couple of I had recently relocated and taken a position at I went upstairs, opened my computer, and years have brought about various iterations of the a new school, and I started to hear the humming. started typing a letter to my boss stating that I “Career Crisis” in a lot of lives. I wasn’t tuned-in to it. I didn’t want to hear what would be leaving at the end of the semester. I am no expert on the subject. Right now, I am it had to say. All I knew was that I felt exhausted. And the two sentences I wrote came out of my a mostly stay-at-home mom who works a side job And angry. Like I was raging through mud. heart and my fingers so easily, so peacefully, that freelance editing and writing from home. By and But I wasn’t experiencing a classic case of teach- it was almost impossible for me to believe that I large, my daily tasks involve playing cars with my er burnout. It was a classic case of trying to keep was the same person who had, for the past few son and figuring out how to spend the other hours doing and doing and doing because it was what I months, been trudging through each and every we are together not playing cars. did. Because it was my career. weekday. Though I am most certainly interested in the Because it was who I thought I was. I didn't It really did happen like that: after months of direction my current work and my writing are want to listen to the humming, to face up to the agonizing, my next move just became clear — I taking me, I wouldn't exactly call myself in my fact that I was changing. That I was ready. And would be leaving teaching for the foreseeable present state "career-focused" (i.e. I freaked out most importantly, that it was OK that I was ready. future. for about four hours the other Saturday when my At the time, I had a lot of negative thoughts I realized, in fact, that this move had been there son’s toy school bus went missing). toward the school I was working at — for all the all along. But a few short years ago, I was smack dab in ways they were doing things wrong, for all the The suffering had come from my own desire the middle of my own Career Crisis — a time in ways I didn't feel like I fit in. I wanted so badly to not to let go. my life that was so difficult and so consuming that be them. But it wasn't them. It was 100 percent, It's hard for anyone, everyone, to leave his or I still find myself breathing sighs of relief at having all the way, completely me. her work. Your co-workers make it hard. Your made it through to the other side. This realization was the crux of my Career boss. Your office. Your favorite lunch spot. The The Career Crisis takes many forms, but I think Crisis. I was being challenged to expand my schedule you are used to. The pay, the benefits, the what it mostly boils down to are two things: stay- view of what my livelihood could be. I was being perks. The reliability of it. The security. ing or leaving. Sometimes we are at the helm of encouraged to dig a little deeper into what it was I this decision, weighing the odds and ends and truly wanted to be doing with my time and energy. But here's the thing: all of that, all of that, pros and cons of staying or leaving, and other And as with any experience that involves means nothing if your heart is breaking. times that decision is made for us. Just. Like. That. change and growth, moving through it stirred up Not in the "That scoundrel!" way, but in the way Both situations, and all of their respective gray a lot of anxiety, a lot of guilt, and a lot of fear. It that slowly, over time, exhausts and deadens you areas, are difficult, sometimes agonizingly so. was like going through the pain of divorce, but in tiny increments, that plugs up your ears from

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hearing the humming of the spark inside of you that is telling you what else you are meant to do and be. I have felt the gripping fear of not knowing where the money will come from. I have felt the loss of an identity. I have felt the doubt and resistance of not wanting to trust myself. But I did. And I live no glorious, magical life. I play cars. I have debt. I make dinner. I read other people's writing and I revise it. I write a little myself. I kiss my husband with the tiredest of eyes at night and wish my cat were sleeping at my feet instead of in the basement. I saved a client $327 a year That one time, when I thought I would lose it all if I walked away from a career, led me to here. And even though I could and can grumble about this by updating their insurance life just as much as I did that job I left, this — this — is not living against the grain of what I know to be true of myself. Everyday, this is a gift. score & utilizing multi-policy I’ll be honest: Having a Career Crisis like this, the kind where you are able to make your own decisions, is a luxury. It's a sign that enough is going discounts for their home & right that you can start to notice when things feel wrong; that you have food - Patty Stuck and shelter and clothes and water and auto insurance. Ford insurance Agent the freedom to make a choice. “ And I think for a whole host of rea- sons, but mostly because we can, we should listen to the humming. Even if we don't want to. Even if it's easier not to.

Margaret Fedder is a mom, wife, daughter, sister and friend living in Traverse City. She works as a freelance writer and editor. You can read more of her work at 231.941.0450 | WWW.FORDINSURANCE.NET | [email protected] her blog, mjfedder.blogspot.com, where she 920 S. GARFIELD AVE. | TRAVERSE CITY, MI 49686 writes about living and loving creatively and authentically. LIFE | HOME | AUTO | HEALTH | BUSINESS ”

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By Terri Ray

‘I have to be honest with you. You’re not very good. I don’t

Getting ready to introduce Grand Funk Railroad think you should take the job.’ at the National Cherry Festival

Backstage at the National Cherry Festival with Billy Squier

I always wanted to be a radio disc jockey. know a soul and was fortunate that the station’s to meet up with Grand Traverse Balloons. The I started making little radio commercials on our office manager invited me to stay with her and limousine followed as the chase vehicle while home stereo when I was 12 years old. her husband until I got on my feet. It was 1984 we enjoyed the breathtaking views from high Having lived all over the country, my family and even though it was just a 3,000-watt rock- atop Traverse City. This was the first of many hot moved to Waterford, (just outside of Pontiac) and-roll radio station in Kalkaska, my new place air balloon rides I’ve enjoyed in my job over the when I was in eighth grade. My high school, of employment was working around the clock to years, and it was fantastic. Waterford Kettering, had a radio class with a become one of the most listened-to stations in But the hot air balloon ride was just the begin- station I was able to work at. I remember being this part of the state. ning! When we landed, the limo picked us up scared to death every time I was on the air, which We went everywhere and anywhere win- and took us to Mackinac Island for an adventure- is funny because I’m pretty sure no one was ever ning listeners over one by one. Not long after I filled day. Our next stop was the “Castle” in actually listening. Even though it scared me, it arrived, the station increased power and added Charlevoix. This was back when big music acts also excited me, so I stuck with it. a second signal, which was when we went from stilled played there. I have a classic big-haired Jan. 2 this year marked my 30-year anniversary “98 Rock” to “Double Rock KLT”; “Double Rock” ‘80s photo that was taken backstage with Rod at WKLT. I came to work in Northern Michigan because we are two spots on the dial. Stewart and our winners. It was awesome! right after graduating from Specs Howard School We went from a little station in Kalkaska to There were countless backstage adventures of Broadcast Arts in Southfield. a Northern Michigan market leader. Today, our at the Castle; we met just about everyone who KLT was my first full-time radio job. I had dual signals reach from Traverse City across to played there from 1984–1993. worked part time in Ypsilanti at WSDS, “Suds the edge of Alpena, and from Sault Ste. Marie, Cool opportunities that have come from my Country Radio,” while still attending school, but Canada, down to Clare. job at KLT have no end! I have chaperoned many since I knew absolutely nothing about country With a bigger signal came bigger opportu- a limo trip with winners to the Palace of Auburn music, it was a little awkward. nities. I became the station’s program direc- Hills, Pine Knob, and other venues in the Detroit What I remember most about WSDS is that, tor 20-some years ago and have been doing area and around the state. Not to mention all the when I graduated from Broadcasting School mid-days on KLT for 27 years. My job at KLT shows right here in Northern Michigan. and landed the job at KLT, the program director has given me the chance to meet some of rock From backstage to onstage introducing doz- called me into his office and said, “I have to be music’s biggest stars, go on stage to introduce ens and dozens of shows during the National honest with you. You’re not very good. I don’t some really cool shows, and travel to unbeliev- Cherry Festival, at Turtle Creek Casino, Leelanau think you should take the job.” able events. Sands Casino Showroom, Venetian Festival, The In spite of this less-than-stellar pep talk, One of my favorite promotions in the early Mackinac Island Music Festival, the Microbrew I packed my things and headed to KLT’s old years began bright and early in the morning & Music Festivals, shows at Odawa Casino’s Fourth Street studios in Kalkaska. when KLT contest winners and I were picked up Ovation Hall, Interlochen, Val Du Lakes, the I was hired to do overnights on KLT. I didn’t by a limo and taken to the Grand Traverse Resort Wexford Arena, Kewadin Casino and more. I

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Onstage with Northern Michigan's own Bihlman Brothers at Leelanau Sands Casino Showroom

have a book filled with backstage passes and memorabilia from so many shows. During one particular meet-and-greet with Stevie Nicks, one of our backstage winners kept telling me what a big Stevie Nicks fan she was. Unfortunately, when it was her turn to meet with Nicks and get a photo she literally passed out right there on Stevie’s feet! I have photos with the winner being propped up by Nicks and an EMS guy. We missed the opening act that night because the EMS folks wouldn’t let us leave the backstage area until they were 100 percent sure she was OK. I was a tad disappointed: the opening act was Sheryl Crow. When the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame opened in Cleveland in

1995, the Hall founders brought in rock radio program directors from BMW of around the country to give us all a personal tour. To my delight our Traverse City tour guide was Meatloaf. The Hall was closed to the public. Meatloaf

put on a mini concert for us while we were there. He was an excep- www.foxbmwtc.com 231-922-2002 tionally nice and profusely sweaty man. In 1997 I flew to New York City for the Grammys. The event was held at Madison Square Garden. Ellen DeGeneres was the host. It was surreal to sit on the main floor with stars of every genre of music possible. I was nervous at first but soon realized that half of those people didn’t know that they didn’t know me. So I started approaching them with arms wide open! “Eddie Money! How are you?” “Lyle… Lyle Lovett! It’s been a while!” “Travis! Is this your wife? It’s so nice to meet you!” Several years ago I was invited to introduce George Carlin at Leelanau Sands Casino Showroom. I was with a friend backstage before the show. We were instructed to wait by the back wall. Carlin’s manager was very specific: “Do not talk to George and don’t ask to have a picture with him.” Minutes later the dressing room door opened and out walked George Carlin. Without missing a beat he said, “Hello girls,” gave us a hug and asked, “Would you like to take a picture?” I am so blessed to have spent the last 30 years doing exactly what SETTLE FOR MORE. I wanted to do.

Terri Ray is on the air in Northern Michigan on 97.5 / 98.9 KLT or online at www.wklt.com every weekday from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. At noon each day she hosts Nicole Battista Client Advisor Northern Michigan’s longest running request hour called “Lunch at the Leetsville 231-929-6561 Café.” You can reach her at [email protected]. [email protected]

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My mom saved green stamps from the I was amazed. Through music we were able to from their youth, it can give them access to pow- grocery store (the equivalent today of points you connect and communicate. I didn’t understand erful memories, which can leave them feeling earn by using a credit card) and when I was 12 it and didn’t know why this worked. I just knew happy and content. years old, she traded the stamps for a little black that music was powerful. I have personally witnessed a sort of “awaken- Kay guitar. I took a few lessons on Saturday After my experience with Virgil I decided I ing” in those living with dementia or Alzheimer’s, mornings from a little old lady who wore wool knew what my perfect job was. I would often as the musical part of their brain is activated and skirts and lived above the Salvation Army. I grew tell people with a laugh: “Someday I’ll have my their body naturally responds to rhythm and up in a musical family and learned to sing from perfect job — playing music for little kids and familiar melodies. my mom. old people.” Hands clap, toes tap, and sometimes people Fast forward through several decades and Some years later the agency I worked for who have appeared totally disengaged lift their many different “day jobs,” the affectionate term closed its doors. I was unemployed, I had recent- heads, smile and start to sing along. musicians give to the work they do that actu- ly gone through a huge life transition and I had And for those seniors not living with memory ally pays them a living wage. I was an early moved to Traverse City. I decided it was time for loss, singing together offers the opportunity to childhood teacher, a music teacher, a school “the perfect job.” If not now, when? It was time connect with others in a fun and relaxing activity. administrator, an events manager, a mentor and to step off the curb and trust that the road would It creates a sense of community. a training coordinator. be there to meet me. Many people have fond memories of play- I loved all of these day jobs and often found So, my business partner, Tiyi Schippers, and ing music and singing with their families and a way to incorporate singing and playing guitar, I launched Young at Heart Music in 2013, a friends. Some sang in the USO, some performed especially with children. In addition I played in unique company devoted to bringing the joy of professionally, some say “I can’t sing!” but they bands, often racing from work on a Friday to get music to young children who may be experienc- join in anyway. to a gig. I’m still racing to gigs! I currently play ing the power of music for the first time and I lead senior sing-a-longs throughout the with an Americana duo, Drive South, and a vin- to seniors with decades of life experiences and Grand Traverse Region. I bring large-print song- tage country band, The Wilenes. memories tied to music. books based on popular and well-known stan- My interest in playing music with seniors I’ve learned a lot about music and memory. dards. Sing a-longs are lively and upbeat and began when I saw firsthand the power of music Did you know that music activates more parts often include funny parodies of old favorites. while caring for my father-in-law. Virgil had been of the brain than anything else? You know how I also provide what I call “music visits,” a minister and a musician, whose family loved a certain song can trigger a feeling or a memory? which are individualized music sessions or small to sing. How you can instantly recall that first dance, or groups, for people living with memory loss. I am Unable to carry on a conversation due to his your wedding, or that great road trip? often joined by family members who appreciate dementia, he was able to join in and sing all the We all know the joy that music can bring. Our having a way to connect with their loved one. words in perfect harmony when I played the old brains are in fact hardwired to connect music A client recently sent me an email that read: songs he knew and loved. with long-term memory. So, when seniors, even “My father has always loved music. In his those with severe dementia, experience music younger days he loved to write music and play

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Young at Heart Music was co-founded by Mary Sue Wilkinson and Tiyi Schippers. Both are professional musicians, certified music teachers and career educators. Tiyi teaches music for Pine River Public Schools and writes children’s songs and books, which she also illustrates. Together they have recorded one children’s CD: “Ms. Tiyi’s Garden,” a collection of original songs and stories. For more information visit www.youngatheartmusic.com. Contact Mary Sue at [email protected]

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— A sign of things to come — Amy Kohlmann, 35, co-owner of Image360, Traverse City By Amy Kohlmann

The job: My husband and I are the owners nication with each other so if one of us is After the morning meeting the sales team of Image360, formerly Signs Now. My role feeling stressed or unhappy, we talk and work works on getting estimates and orders togeth- involves sales and H.R. tasks. At Image360 we through it instead of holding it in and getting er, checking in with clients as needed, sending provide solutions to area businesses’ graphics, frustrated. We try hard to keep work at work proofs, and handling new calls and walk-in signage and display needs. and when we are home, we focus on family clients. Our team members in the graphics activities. It helps our working relationship to department spend their day designing proofs, The start: When I met my husband, Andrew, stay positive. printing and cutting vinyl and getting materi- he had been working for Signs Now since high als to our production team. Our production school. He knew at that time that he wanted The best part: The thing I like best about what group’s day is full of building, fabricating and to own the business eventually, and one year we do at Image360 is taking a client’s idea and installing signs and graphics. after our wedding we purchased the business making an amazing visual product that not from the previous owners. I was working at only looks great but will make their business Education/experience: I have a Bachelor’s Degree a dental office at the time and handling the grow and succeed. in Dental Hygiene from the University of accounting for Image360 from home. As our Michigan. business grew, I began helping out in sales The hardest part: The most difficult part about more and now work full time for Image360. what I do is juggling all of the responsibilities Years on the job: Andrew and I purchased the I have. My goal as a business owner is to be business in June of 2008. Why I changed careers: I realized early on in my there for our employees and clients and to career as a dental hygienist that it was not the help out wherever I can. This, on top of being The workweek: 45-50 hours per week path I would follow for the rest of my life. I felt a mother of two young girls, is sometimes I had some other purpose in life. I needed to challenging. Office space: Image360 is located at 1702 make the decision of either staying in a career Barlow Street. We moved to this new location that was not making me truly happy or find- The perks: The best “perk” about the job is in July 2013 — tripling our previous space. ing a new path. I had great support from my working with the amazing group of people on family and decided to make the leap. Walking our team. They are a very creative group and Family life: Andrew and I have two daughters, away from what I knew was a little scary. I every day is an adventure! Annabelle, 4½, and Alissa, 3½. The girls both continue to face the hurdle of learning a new attend preschool at Grand Traverse Academy. industry each day, but love how it forces me to A day in the life: Image360 has a staff of 14, grow and challenges me. which includes Andrew and me. We start our Amy and her husband Andrew enjoy spending time day at 8 a.m. with a group meeting to go over outside and watching movies with their daughters. Working with my spouse: Andrew and I work the projects for the day. We look at what proj- She can be contacted at 231.933.7446 or by visiting very well together. We keep open commu- ects are due that day and organize accordingly. www.image360tc.com. www.grandtraversewoman.com Mar/April '14 15 Grand Traverse Woman WE UNDERSTAND YOU. WE KNOW YOU.

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There’s great joy finding real satisfaction in your WHERE: Western Michigan University has had a presence in Traverse City since the late 90s. We’re located in the NMC University Center so I get to interact with a lot of people from the work. When your job is essentially to help people community who are happy to have us here. We’ve consistently offered a master’s degree in advance in their own careers, that joy is multiplied. counselor education and a graduate certificate for drug and alcohol addiction specialists. And when the work they’re doing is so important, THE JOB: As a regional coordinator, I’m half location administrator and half academic advisor. I’m also half event coordinator and general errand runner. For the most part, it’s it really grows exponentially. about answering questions from people who want to make a change or want to move in a new direction but aren’t exactly sure how to take the first step. It’s a lot of responsibility, I started at WMU in 1999. Since then, I’ve helped but I do find it rewarding. hundreds of people find their way to graduate WHY TRAVERSE CITY: My husband and I both love living and working in Northern Michi- gan. Traverse City a vibrant community, full of energy. Because of my role at WMU, I work degrees and certificates that move them forward with a lot of people in the city who are making great things happen in the region. We just in their careers. Our main offerings at WMU- hosted a 15 Year Celebration for our counselor education program and that allowed us to bring a lot of those community leaders in to show our appreciation of their Traverse City are master’s degrees for support. counselors and a graduate certificate ON THE HORIZON: Every year, we offer a couple of information sessions for for substance abuse professionals. people who might be interested in our degree programs. On Thursday, March The fact that I’m helping people get 13, we’re holding an info session for our counselor education master’s degree program. It’s always exciting to get prospective students in the same room with degrees to help other people here advisors and faculty to see the beginning of that path to the degree and taking in Northern Michigan is something that next step, professionally. that I’m really proud of. BIO: Kim Stevens is a regional coordinator for Western Michigan University’s Traverse City location and can be reached at (231) 995-1846 or at [email protected].

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I have always adored animals, so it’s no surprise that I ended up where I am. By KATHY HYLAND Over the years, like most pet owners who love their animals, I trusted the companies that were producing my pets’ food. It never dawned on me that there might be harm- ful ingredients in the bag of food I picked up at the grocery store. The labels led me to believe it was healthy. Was I ever wrong! About five years ago my Boston terrier, Lucy, became very ill while we were on an extended hiking trip out west. It started gradually with some skin issues like itching and hot spots. Then Lucy’s ailments spread into ear infections and loss of her coat. Eventually she became so ill with a full-blown candida infection she could no longer hike with me. She did not even want to get up! I went from veterinarian to veterinarian trying to get some answers but all I got were medications such as steroids and antibiotics to further complicate matters. I finally took matters into my own hands and started researching. What I found out shocked me. Lucy’s diet was the problem! The foods from the companies I had trusted were making her sick. In the food were corn and fillers, artificial preservatives and animal by-products. I switched Lucy to a diet with high protein content and put her on probiotics and some other herbal immune boosters and, to my amazement, within a few weeks she was back to her old self! The bottom line is that dogs and cats are carnivores and some of the ingredients in commercial pet foods are just not good for them: corn, wheat and soy being the worse culprits. The large companies use these products as filler to bulk up the food so

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they don’t have to use as much of the expensive ingredients, keeping their cost This? down and increasing their profits. When you choose a more nutritious food it will have a higher protein content; therefore you will actually feed your animal less. After my experience with Lucy I became passionate about helping others (humans and their furry friends) to understand the importance of animal nutrition and becoming aware of the ingredients in their food as well as where it is coming from and how it is produced. I talked to everyone with pets: This? “Read the labels on your pet food!” OR.... “Dogs and cats are carnivores and should not eat corn!” Come Play! “Understand the meaning of ‘Animal By-Products’!” This! Clip this “Know the warning signs of nutritional deficiency!” ad & get 3 full day visits While vacationing in Florida last winter, I stumbled across a pet supply store that was marching to the beat of the same drum that I was. I was so excited! WHERE AN EXHAUSTED FREE * Right then and there I decided that Traverse City needed a store just like it. DOG WILL ALWAYS BE A GOOD DOG! *OFFER FOR NEW The rest is history. CUSTOMERS ONLY I began the plan to create Pets Naturally, a pet store with a full line of healthy dog and cat food all made by conscientious companies in the United States or Traverse City’s 1st FULLY dedicated Dog Day Care Center Canada, all void of corn, wheat, soy and artificial colors or preservatives, and Tiring dogs out since 2005! ALL high in protein. Lucy, now 12 years old, is the store mascot greeting all of the humans and four-legged customers as they come in. Yes, pets are welcome!

Kathy Hyland is a long-time Traverse City resident and business owner. Hyland and her husband, Tim, own and operate Cash n Carry Flooring on US 31 South and both enjoy gardening. Visit Kathy at Pets Naturally at 1420 S. Airport Rd., Traverse City, or on her website, www.PetsNaturallyTC.com. You can also “like” Pets Naturally on (231) 946-WOOF (9663) Facebook. 3175 CONTINENTAL DRIVE - TRAVERSE CITY All play carefully watched by Dog Trainer Sam Jones & wife Joan.

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Little Grasshoppers is a fun-filled martial arts based enrichment class for toddlers 18 months to three years in age. With parental participation, the class creates a safe and empowering environment for the young students to develop hand-eye coordination, balance, strength, timing and positive interaction with their peers. The patient instructors lead the kids through interactive and imaginative play including balloons, bubble wrap, balls, tunnels, forts and the APRIL IS popular “shake-shake” bridges. HEARTWORM Classes are forming NOW -- to enroll your son or AWARENESS ANIMAL MEDICAL CENTER daughter just call the Seung-ni Martial Arts Academy MONTH at 231.932.4300 or look them up on the web at seungnitc.com. Welcome to another beautiful spring in spectacular Traverse City. After months with mountains of snow surrounding us it is difficult to think of warming We are offering temperatures and pesky biting insects like the mosquito. Mosquitoes carry the heartworm larvae WE BUILD an April special which can infect our dogs and cats with a single bite. on heartworm In recent years there has been an increase in ROCK preventative. heartworm infections and a decrease in availability of treatment options for our pets if they become infected SOLID KIDS Call us today! with heartworm. It is important to keep your dogs and cats on a monthly heartworm preventative and have routine heartworm tests performed ANIMAL as recommended by your veterinarian. Please 965 Industrial Circle MEDICAL CENTER feel free to call our office and inquire about Traverse City our April special. We at the Animal Medical Center 229 N. US 31 South are pet advocates providing compassionate care for on 3 Mile Road Traverse City, MI 49685 your furry friends. between S. Airport and Hammond (231) 943-8500 We hope to see your furry friends soon! Dr. Margaret R. Schopp, DVM KEVIN SHOULTS (Dr. Maggie!) [email protected] • www.seungnitc.com (231) 932-4300 www.traversevet.com

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876 E. Front St. • Traverse City, MI | 231.947.6880 In Traverse City, the incidence of physical violence against women is present and on the rise. Employees walking to the parking lot at night, those exercising along the scenic trails, walking to the car after shopping at the mall, coming home from an evening out — the opportunity to find yourself in a bad spot can quickly arise from seemingly innocuous everyday circumstances. To help protect you, your daughters, sisters and female friends we have Let SCORE Help developed the Seung-ni S.A.F.E Defensive System that is easy to remem- You Start or ber, easy to implement and easy to share with those you care about. Smart Being smart when it comes to self-protection means being aware of the Grow Your statistics and key patterns of violence against women and planning your daily life to put the odds in your favor. Small Business! We do it all the time in other parts of our lives. We wear seat belts. We get flu shots. We put our money in retirement accounts. Using this same logic when it comes to self-protection just makes good sense. For instance, a key thing men look for in a possible victim is hairstyle. Considering starting a business? Predators are more likely to select a woman with a ponytail, braid or other Already own a business, but want hairstyle that can be easily grabbed. As such, a S.A.F.E. prevention step is to take it to the next level? to simply tuck your hair inside a cap when you are heading out for a jog on the TART Trail. SCORE can help you maximize Women are abducted from grocery store parking lots more than any your business success! other location. Knowing this, a S.A.F.E. protocol to implement easily is N Free and Confidential Business Advice to try to shop with a friend or family member whenever possible. Little N Experienced Local Business Mentors precautions can go a long way.

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2. Be resourceful and use whatever is at your disposal. Brazilian Jiu-jitsu teaches women how to use their shirt sleeves or their attacker’s shirt collar as a weapon for devastating chokes.

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Weapons will only be there when you need them if you practice and do mental situational training to keep them fresh for recall under pressure. For example, someone grabs you from behind, you envision yourself immediately spinning toward them into a deep stance (not what they are expecting), fire off a palm heel to the nose (bloody nose interferes with breathing and causes blurred vision), followed by two knee strikes to stomach or groin (temporarily disable) and then run to safety. Rehearsing in your mind how you will respond will make your defensive skills that much more effective.

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Nana’s Legacy By Cindi Walton

When asked to write about my journey from wife/mother/nana to author, my first thought was: How do I connect the dots for the reader when I just connected the last dot a month ago? I guess it started on New Year’s Eve 2012. After several years of dealing with health issues, I found myself retracing my life and pondering the “What ifs.” What if I had followed through with geriatric Cindi Walton and her granddaughter, Kaleigh. nursing, my career choice when I started college over 30 years ago? What if I would have written that children’s book back when I was taking child development classes at Aquinas College? The list was long and to be honest it brought me to tears. My 56th birthday was approaching in May and I knew that I had more years behind me than in front of me. Now what? The next few months were spent walking down memory lane trying to piece together how I had “What are you afraid of?” ended up being a daughter, wife, mother and nana but didn’t have a clue who I was outside of those roles. My journey began by going backwards in order to move forward. I was finally able to answer, I married one year out of high school and had my two girls by the time I was 21. I loved my role “I am afraid of knowing as a stay-at-home mom but by the time the girls were in school, my dream of being a nurse reared its head so I enrolled at NMC and started taking a few classes. what I am capable of.” Scheduling, transportation, money and life in general put up some roadblocks and instead of pushing through them, I let them hold me back and continued to do what I knew best…be a mom.

I also had the personal issue of being a bulimic, which kept me in a constant state of doubting myself. Cool and collected on the outside, shaking on the inside. My health suffered and I found that putting my energy into being a mom was how I coped. Children and the elderly were always the two groups of people with whom I could be the real me, so they became my focus. As the years passed, I divorced and then slid into an ill-suited relationship. I had little moments of enlightenment when I truly believed I could break out of the box into which I had placed myself. I sought help for my eating disorder and began to see myself a little more positively. It was during this time, 20 years ago, that I met and married my present husband. He knew all about my personal baggage, took on my two teen daughters, and life began moving forward in a positive direction. In 1998 my older daughter gave birth to William Michael, my first grandchild. She was a single mom and, together, we made the decision that it would be in her best interest to get an education while I watched William. The family dynamics changed with the birth of William. He came home with his mother; me, in the role of nana; and my husband as papa. I did what I was best at; I took on the day-to-day activities in the life of a child. I loved it because this time around I was older, wiser and knew I was fortunate to have this opportunity with my grandson. Days turned into years and I continued to fill notebooks with stories and playful sing-songs for the extended children in my life. William’s mother received her teaching degree and went on for her Master’s while continuing to live with us. We lived well together, William clearly knowing who was Mom and where Nana and Papa fit into the equation. In 2007 my younger daughter moved back to the area with her daughter, Kaleigh Jean, and I began caring for my granddaughter while her mother advanced in her banking career. Having my grandchildren around sparked something creative inside of me. I began to sprinkle glit- ter in my garden and told Kaleigh stories of fairies and pixie dust. My grandson, who is an avid reader, knew that I had taken every literature class I could get my hands on, so we read Dickens together and discussed it. I saw a writer in my grandson and an artist in my granddaughter and more than anything I wanted to find a way to convey “reach for the moon, swim an ocean, run a marathon…pursue your dreams.” I didn’t want them to have regrets.

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Then, last May, a friend asked me, “What are you afraid of?” I was finally able to answer, “I am afraid of knowing what I am capable of.” When my 56th birthday rolled around, I knew I was writing this book. I didn’t know how but I knew it was the legacy I wanted to leave William and Kaleigh along with the message: “Take a step of faith and follow your passion. Believe in yourself and never waste the precious time you are given.” It’s a book of poems, poems that were already in my head. I knew nothing about book publishing so I took a shot in the dark and researched independent publishing, formatting, editing and the full gamut of creating a book, front cover to back cover. The process was hard and more than once I was ready to throw in the towel. Then I would think: How can I tell my grandchildren to follow their passion when Nana is ready to quit the first time she fails to properly format or embed a font? So I pushed on, cried a lot, and then came the day when I pressed the “send” button and off my manuscript went. It was finished! I had done it and that was enough. I had accomplished what I had set out to do. When Horizon Books scheduled a book signing, my first response was to say no and then I looked at my grandchildren and said, “Yes please!” I was out of my box and I could honestly say… I have nothing to lose.

Cindi Walton is a Northern Michigan native who currently resides in Kingsley with her husband, Michael, grandson, William, and Maxwell House, her poodle. Cindi has authored two books: “Nonsense and No sense and Somewhere in Between,” a whimsical book of poetry and short stories for young readers K-4th grade and “Marshmallow Hugs and Candy Cane Kisses, creating a circle with love.” Both books are available on Amazon.com. She is currently working on a chapter book series, “Mimsy the Michigan Mitten Mouse.” Visit Cindi at www.whimsicalwordspublishing.com or email her at [email protected].

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Hypnotherapy used for weight loss, children’s anxiety and more By Traci Croton-Kantz

In America, when most people hear While your conscious mind is still physical symptoms of the body, but the the word “hypnotherapy,” they picture completely aware of what is going on mind and emotions as well. a person on a stage jumping around the whole time, your subconscious mind So many of our physical symptoms has the ability to accept and integrate are caused by our emotions, stemming squawking like a chicken. Some people information suggested to it by a prac- from past beliefs and negative programs also believe that they cannot be hyp- titioner. we cycle through each day. notized. However, the average person Hypnosis uses this natural human Everything I had learned in the past enters into a state of hypnosis over process to change negative patterns into appeared to come full circle when I 120 times per day. If you have ever positive patterns of behavior. People are began the LifeStyle Engineering class. driven from one place to another and unable to be hypnotized to do some- The class was run by Sheila Grainger, the not remembered how you got there, thing that they do not wish to do. United Kingdom’s top hypnotherapist. then you have entered into a state of As far back as I can recall, I have Our subconscious mind stores infor- hypnosis. been drawn to healing work. Along my mation from birth and each experience Hypnosis is a state of conscious- journey, I began to notice that, although in our life-time shapes and molds who ness one enters and leaves naturally all people sought out medical care, they we are today. the time during day-to-day experiences. were rarely “cured.” I began to ask ques- I learned that by using these tech- Hypnosis is a state of heightened sug- tions and do research to find out why. niques, I could assist clients in achieving gestibility. In this state of deep relaxation What I discovered was that most their goals and begin to create the life you are more open to suggestions; your times people were only treating the they have always dreamed of living. brain-wave vibration rate slows down, symptoms without getting to the root of Each session is uniquely tailored to the giving you access to your subconscious what is creating the symptoms. I believe client and can facilitate rapid change in mind. that we must work with, not only the every area of his or her life.

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One of the most sought-after hypnotherapy sessions at the moment is the virtual gastric band therapy. What exactly IS hypnosis? It has had a 95 percent success rate in clinical trials. The virtual gastric band is a non-surgical technique which uses the power of hypnosis to retrain you to be satisfied with smaller amounts of food. It changes Hypnosis happens when a person is coached into a deep relaxed state of mind how you think about food and gives very safe, very predictable results. Clinical hypnotherapy convinces where they are most suggestible and are able to take in suggestions to help achieve the brain that the stomach is full after a certain level of intake, and that there is no need for more food. the results toward what the person is seeking. I am thrilled to offer this to my clients and see firsthand the positive health and lifestyle changes that When a person is at a completely relaxed state, their subconscious mind is at it brings. One gentleman who chose virtual gastric band therapy, along with Reiki and life coaching, saw a heightened level of sensitivity. Hypnosis has been used for pain management, a 21-pound weight loss in just one month. weight loss, depression, anxiety, child birth, eliminating unwanted habits and so More importantly, he has become more confident and his self-esteem has improved tremendously. He much more. has incorporated positive lifestyle changes which will prove to have lifelong results. A typical session might consist of spending about a half hour going over the I truly believe that this therapy is so successful because I tailor it specifically to the clients; their goals, client’s history and what results they are seeking. The nature of the concern will their thoughts, their fears, and whatever else might be creating a block that keeps them from achieving determine the number of visits. Weight loss hypnosis usually takes at least four sessions. Each session would evaluate progress and with that, a unique hypnosis their dreams. It works with the subconscious mind to instill a new positive program of healthy choices. plan will be created. I have also learned various skills for working with children. I have children of my own and I am Clients sit in a comfortable position; they can sit in a chair and put their feet delighted to work with them. Children spend 80 percent of their day in a state of hypnosis: using their up if they’d like. It’s not recommended to lie down because they might fall asleep. imaginations or daydreaming. They take in all that is around them and often become what we tell them The client is always aware of their surroundings and able to hear the hypno- they are. tist’s voice and if at any time during the session something comes up that needs Children also spend a lot of time worrying, and I have found that methods such as hypnosis can their attention, such as an itch, they will be able to deal with those issues as they significantly help children to deal with worry, ease test anxiety, enhance their sports performance - the happen. list is endless. People ask how long does hypnosis last. The answer? Forever unless the person Each step of my journey has provided me with various healing modalities that allow me to assist is resistant to suggestions. A person can either deny or accept the suggestions; it clients to heal their past, empower their present and create the future of their choice. These skills is clearly a choice. No one can be hypnotized against their will. facilitate rapid change, identify and release unresolved conflicts or factors beyond conscious awareness When a session of hypnotherapy ends, I bring the person to total awareness through counting to wake them gently. I do not believe in waking a person by the resulting in life-changing positive improvements in health, motivation, self-confidence, emotional sta- snap of my fingers. I want them to a wake feeling refreshed and feeling good. bility, pain relief, creativity, performance levels and habit control, all culminating in permanent positive When I make the comment of "awake", I am not referring to them being asleep but life-changing experiences. referring to them being in a deep relaxed state which is the state of being before going to asleep. Traci Croton-Kantz is a divine agent of change, Akashic record consultant, intuitive medium, energy Overall, a hypnotist will walk clients’ through a gentle total relaxed state of healer, and Reiki master, divine grace Reiki healer, life coach and ordained minister. Contact Traci at mind and from there will work in the suggestions of the treatment they are seeking. [email protected], 231.360.8894, or visit www.truewellnesstc.com.

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Sometimes starting over means going back to the old and familiar. For me it was going back to the place I swore I would NEVER live, my hometown in Leelanau County. Like so many teenagers I thought living in Coming Home “the middle of nowhere” meant, at a minimum, stifling career options and a lifetime of bore- (And bringing Miami & NY with me!) dom. Having grown up raising 4H animals and working on a cherry farm, I was pretty sure By Sarah Louise Morio the options for anything exciting locally were limited. I wanted to work in New York, L.A., Miami. I wanted to travel. I was going to be one of those exciting women with an interesting career and an exclusive zip code. I was going to make darn sure of that and college in Miami, FL, was my first step towards making sure it happened. I graduated in just three years from Johnson and Wales University in Miami with a degree in marketing and fashion merchandising. I jumped into a job in fashion and quickly discovered that the front lines of the bridal business were not for me. Shortly after I married at the age of 21, I answered a Craig’s List ad for an assistant to the CEO for Liberated Syndication. I worked my way up to the position of senior manager of Mobile App Strategy.

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Despite my successes in Florida, images of life in I also wasn’t entirely sure my company would I open my computer. For me, living in a smaller Leelanau County kept creeping into my mind and let me move with my job and basically crossed town did not mean smaller opportunities. heart. I felt like I had given Miami a good try, but my fingers when I broke the news to my boss. It Fast-forward almost five years and we have two after six years in south Florida, amidst the financial was one of those moments that my husband and I beautiful girls and I still work for the same com- meltdown and housing crisis, my husband and I both knew would come only once and if we didn’t pany as the senior manager of App Strategy from decided to try moving back to Leelanau County. take the opportunity to move home it would not my home office. While it’s not the ocean view I We told ourselves that we would try, but we come again. once had, I can't beat the commute up my stairs, were NOT going to move without jobs and live It was the awesome support of my husband and the view of the birds in my backyard and being in my parents’ basement. I was hoping to work family that made this move possible even though near family. remotely and my hubby would hopefully find a at times family and friends seemed to hint that my I learned so much from this move — most teaching job. We were starting to think about hav- decision to move home meant I had given up on importantly that being hung up on some teenage ing a family and simply couldn’t imagine our kids larger goals or was settling. To the contrary I had perception could cloud your judgment on oppor- not knowing their cousins or grandparents. worked hard for the right to live where I wanted tunities you thought you never wanted but are We looked at houses for an entire year, either to and still do the same exciting work I was doing exactly what you needed. This one new beginning online or when we were home visiting. We spent in south Florida. paved the way for others: motherhood, working almost every Saturday morning searching property I brought Miami and New York with me, as from home and starting a side Etsy business with and job listings. Evenings were spent writing and celebs like Aisha Tyler call my house and I man- my mom. reviewing résumés. During one of our visits home age customers from all over the globe right from The longer I live here, the more I run into those for the Fourth of July, an interview turned into a my little home office. While working remotely for I went to school with when they are home for holi- job offer for my husband. Libsyn, based out of Pittsburgh, I manage podcast days and I hear how they would love to move back One month later we were moving into our new Smartphone apps available across all major mobile but are limited by jobs or income. I realize I finally home in Leelanau County and I was removing old platforms and premium subscription offerings for have my exclusive zip code and it is far better than wallpaper from the room that would serve as my podcasters as popular as Adam Carolla to smaller the one I thought I wanted. new home office. podcasts by crafters, surgeons, tech geeks, teachers When we first started looking to move back and mommies. home, I don’t think my husband or I thought the I love the diversity of the people I interact with Sarah Louise Morio lives in Leelanau County with her hus- move would actually happen. The chances of his and helping them to build a bigger brand through band and two daughters. She works out of her home office getting a teaching job in an area that was largely podcasting. My little home office feels like a global for Liberated Syndication (www.libsyn.com) and along with cutting teachers, not hiring, seemed more than head quarters most days, even if I regularly have to her mother has an etsy shop, www.livbylouise.com. You can impossible. clear the toys left by toddler out of the way before email Sarah at [email protected].

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By Kourtni Rader

I love my sisters… but they drive me crazy. I’m able to say this with a smile and know that at the end of any day I can call my sisters and they will listen and more than likely put up with my complaints, gripes, and rants and raves, regardless if they agree or not. Most people are quite intrigued with my story. I was abandoned in South Korea and lived in an orphanage until I was adopted by an American family in Mt. Pleasant. I grew up in a family of 12 children — 11 of us adopted from South Korea, Hong Kong and the foster care system. Morgan, Whitney and I were adopted from South Korea (we are not biological sisters), and we are a couple of years apart in age. After graduating from high school we went our separate ways. I lost contact with Morgan and Whitney for over a year.

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In January 2013 the bond my sisters and I share was Whitney, being the closest to Jenn, had a very hard we know she is laughing her head off, saying that we put to the test when our older sister, Jenn Miles, died time. I could not bear to see her so sad. Hearing the are crazy, as she would have never seen the three of us from a stroke at the age of 42. She had suffered a stroke heart-wrenching sobs on the other end of the phone working together in this way. a year earlier and a series of smaller strokes due to a broke my heart and I wanted to absorb even just a Our roles are quite different as business partners. work-related injury. fraction of her sadness. As the entrepreneurial spirit, I manage purchasing, Jenn and Whitney were particularly close and had One morning I woke up and, as corny as it sounds, marketing and finances. Morgan and Whitney live in just taken a dream vacation together. Both had been I started to develop a business plan to open a boutique Traverse City and manage daily operations, inventory, active in local theater and decided to travel to New with fashion from Seoul, South Korea, where the three our online boutique, and they work every day. It is York City to see Broadway renditions of the musical of us were born, in Traverse City. I travel to Korea for challenging at times communicating and managing a productions they had worked on locally. work and fell in love with the fashion there. I wanted boutique from afar with my sisters, but we make it On Jan. 3, 2013, I had just returned home from to share what I love about Korea with others. work. Christmas when I received a call from Whitney that A month after the funeral, I called Morgan and As we recognize the one-year anniversary of Jenn’s Jenn was in a coma. I could only say three words, “I’m Whitney and asked them what they thought of my death, I am sad. Morgan is sad. Whitney is sad. And coming home.” business plan. Immediately they both said, “Yes! We our family is sad. Our lives have changed forever. Just thinking about those days makes my heart fall love it! This is so cool!” In the adoption community, we use the word “resil- out of my chest. It’s still too raw and difficult to speak For the first time in over a month I heard a high ient” to describe adoptees, as we have to be resilient in depth about Jenn. I cannot begin to articulate and pitch tone of happiness from Whitney — that made to overcome the tragic life event of losing our birth have only begun to wrap my head around the complex my day. After the conversation, I began to question families. I know Morgan, Whitney and I are resilient. aftermath and how the death of a sister affects family myself. Did they really want to start a boutique? Were We’re still working hard to understand and accept members. For some, the grief is too big to handle and they just saying yes not to hurt my feelings? Do they our sister’s death and what it has done to our family. you find love is just not enough to overcome. Growing truly understand what this means? The following day We are working hard to run a successful boutique up, our family, although dysfunctional, could get I spoke to them individually, laying out the good, bad, and are really excited about a grant we are developing through any life event, but the death of our sister was and possible ugliness of running a business and the called “Sisters Just Wanna Have Fun.” just too much. It has torn our family apart. reality of retail. Again, they both said, “Yes! We love it! The grant will further honor our sister Jenn by However, Morgan, Whitney and I have grown even This is so cool!” giving other sisters in the Grand Traverse Area the closer through this tragedy and I rely on them more The next day, I submitted paperwork to the state opportunity to share meaningful moments with each than they know or will ever understand. I am grateful of Michigan and a week later we were registered. Two other, just like the trip Jenn and Whitney shared before for my sisters. I am grateful for their love. weeks later we secured retail space on Front Street, on Jenn’s death. Our father often asks with a laugh, “How can three the first floor of Front Street Commons (the old arcade Revenue from the boutique, as well as some fun and people who are so very different be the best of friends?” building), and a week later I flew to Traverse City to sassy events we are planning, will provide funding for It is true - we are quite different, but I feel our differ- begin renovations. the grant, which will be awarded on Jenn’s birthday, ences are the key ingredients that make our relation- Within two months of that initial phone call, May 25, which happens to be the boutique’s anniver- ship work and ultimately led us to go into business Morgan, Whitney and I unlocked the doors to Seoul sary date. together. Sisters Boutique, a business we built together, as sisters We three sisters have now become business part- and best friends to honor and continue the legacy of Seoul Sisters Boutique is located on the first floor of the ners. Together, we run a boutique in downtown our beloved sister. Front Street Commons at 140 E. Front St. in Traverse Traverse City in honor of our sister, Jenn. The idea was Although we know Jenn is no longer physically with City. To apply for the “Sisters Just Wanna Have Fun” born out of our grief. us, she is with us every day through our boutique and grants visit www.seoulsistersboutique.com.

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After nine years working in the financial services industry with an antici- pated succession plan, I was in complete shock when my mentor and business partner told me he was terminating my position. This was not what I had planned, and my life at that point was going according to plan. I had worked hard the last ten years, weathering bad markets and building my experience. I had met my best friend and married him in a Pinterest- worthy wedding. I had studied for the Certified Financial Planner certification and passed – becoming part of a select group of advisors. I had just returned from my dream European vacation. And I was three months pregnant — with twins. So I laughed. And then I cried. . . a lot. While at home, I read an article by Sally Krawcheck that resonated with me. She too left a major financial institution over “restructuring” and listed her lessons learned as: “If it feels too good to be true it probably is, understand the power of culture, face time still matters, business results are not everything, and a strong outside network helps a lot. “ Ouch. One of the key principals of investing is diversification. Unfortunately I hadn’t followed my own advice. I hadn’t prepared myself to start over professionally. I had been a loyal employee and never entertained any discussion about other opportunities. I had let my tenure make me comfortable and complacent with my future. If I were honest with myself, I hadn’t really evaluated the motivation of those above me. It’s human nature for people and corporations to act in their best interests. This experience reminded me there are events we can never anticipate, but must be prepared to handle when they arise. It made me think about the many family businesses without a strong business succession plan in place. What would happen to your business if you died? Who would run it? What if you were suddenly sick, injured or divorced? Could you work together or would you be forced to sell it at the first offer? I felt powerless because I hadn’t expected such a life change. Now I truly understand the importance of protecting oneself, be it through continuing edu-

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cation, disability and life insurance, a well-managed portfolio, a well-designed business succession plan, an emergency fund, or simply a strong network. I started looking, praying and networking. I networked and met with other advisors. I hadn’t considered what other firms had to offer; I had never entertained the idea of being independent. So I thought about it. I thought about h what was important to me, what I wanted to provide my clients, and what I tiet An believed in. n n For me it was consulting, educating and counseling clients — bringing e u them concepts and design ideas that they hadn’t been exposed to. After a lot w a of consideration, I chose to partner with a firm that has a financial planning l T culture and provides the resources and support I need to guide my clients. • My daughters were born April 15, and three weeks later I started back to •

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dictate a client model and the feedback has been positive. H O Most of my clients have done some level of planning. They work with com- E I petent advisors such as attorneys, CPAs, and investment and insurance advi- N T sors — but they have a desire to take their financial planning to the next level. A A R I no longer apologize for the things that are unique to me. Yes, as a 30-some- A B thing I am younger than most advisors in the industry — but with a decade of W LE experience and a long career ahead of me I am able to build relationships with ARD CE not only my clients, but also their children and grandchildren. By recognizing my unique experiences, I’ve been able to market myself to my strengths, even hosting “Wine, Women and Wealth” educational events to help women empower themselves and own their financial future. It is important that my daughters know their mom is operating in her strengths. That they see me for who I am: both the driven, disciplined advisor as well as a loving, nurturing mom. I am a role model for these girls, just as my mom encouraged me. Join Us for a This journey has a happy beginning. I am owner of a business and financial planning practice as well as the proud mom of twin daughters, Maddie and Community Celebration and Josie. I’ve come to realize that my journey, growth and discovery have provided TH me unique capabilities that set me apart — ultimately empowering my clients, 2o Anniversary of and me, to take control of our future together. Supporting and Honoring Leaders

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By Tanya Berg Paychecks stop. Life goes on. Retirement can include a steady income. Are you in mid-life and flirting with thoughts of retirement or a second act? If so, you’re not alone. Many baby boomers are redefining retire- Understanding and managing your retirement income strategies can help you put a confident retirement within reach. ment by pursuing their passion and desire to make a difference... often long before normal retirement age. As Ameriprise financial advisors, we’ll work with you to define your According to Encore.org, a San Francisco-based non-profit organiza- retirement dreams. Then, we’ll apply our disciplined financial tion that helped coin the phrase “encore career,” nearly 10 million people planning approach, considering all aspects of your finances. And between the ages of 44 and 70 are in encore careers. together, we’ll create a plan that works for you — with the products Encore careers are defined as work in the second half of life that can and strategies that are right for your goals. be either in volunteer roles or paid positions. What sets them apart is Learn how you can put your confident retirement more within reach. they are typically driven by the desire to do something that is personally Robert Revett, CRPC® meaningful and makes a difference for others rather than simply to gener-

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at or near retirement to consider a new direction. Corporate restructuring, job eliminations or under-performing investments can prompt the need to reinvent your career in your 50s, 60s or even 70s. The great news is that encore careers often provide the best of both worlds. They allow you to pursue your passion in your second act while also generating income. The options are almost endless, but common pursuits include working for a favorite non-profit organization, teaching, consulting, volunteering or starting a business. I can personally attest to the benefits of pursuing an encore career. After a successful 25-year career in corporate marketing, I chose to launch my own marketing consulting firm. I now enjoy the freedom and simplicity of Friday, a home-based business. The additional time and flexibility has also allowed April 25th me to become more engaged in volunteer activities that I am passionate about. 6pm-10pm One of those is serving as a business mentor with SCORE, a non-profit organization that helps entrepreneurs start and grow successful small businesses. At SCORE, we work with many clients who are becoming encore entrepreneurs in their second stage of life. From launching retail stores to food-based businesses to energy-management companies and everything Grand Traverse Woman’s in between... our Greater Grand Traverse Area is full of talented mid-lifers who are leveraging their experience and connections to pursue the dream of owning their own business in the second half of their lives. There’s nothing easy about launching a successful business and clearly there are risks. This is especially true for near-retirees who have less time to recover should their business fail. However... if you have the needed is here! skills and a solid business plan, becoming an encore entrepreneur can be extremely rewarding. What are some tips for pursuing an encore career, or perhaps even becoming an encore entrepreneur? First, take time to assess your skills, experience, and areas of interest. Second, there are a number of books on the subject worth reading such as Encore: Finding Work That Matters in the Second Half of Life, by Marc Grab your girlfriends Freedman and Second Act Careers: 50+ Ways To Profit from Your Passion and join us on our GTW During Semi-Retirement, by Nancy Collamer. Spring Fling Wine Tour! Third, if you’re considering starting a business, there are many small business resources available to help guide you, including SCORE and the Tickets $45/each or 2 for $80. Small Business Administration. Open your heart and mind to all the exciting possibilities that come in Limited seating. the second half of life. This is not the time for a curtain call, but rather an encore. And you may just find this to be the most fulfilling chapter of your life! 6:30 Brys Estate Vineyard & Winery – Enjoy 3 wine tastings and their wonderful cheese and charcuterie Tanya Berg is a volunteer SCORE mentor and owner of Smartmark Consulting, a boards! marketing consulting firm in Traverse City. She can be reached at 616.340.1800 or 7:30 Chateau Chantal - During the visit, we will enjoy [email protected]. three different tapas style appetizers, each specially paired with their award winning Chateau Chantal wines. 8:30 Hawthorne Vineyards and Winery – More tastings SCORE is an all-volunteer, non-profit organization dedicated and nibbles! to helping entrepreneurs start and grow successful small busi- And to add to the fun, we nesses. SCORE is a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business have our fun bus ride to take Administration and has over 350 chapters and 13,000 volun- you to all 3 wineries with your teers throughout the United States. friends by your side! Thank you to Owens Soft Water for Staffed by business professionals and business owners, both making this possible! We will working and retired, SCORE volunteers donate their time and have games and prizes – what expertise to mentor small businesses in our community free of better way to start off the charge. Traverse City SCORE is one of the top chapters in the evening! country, with over 40 experienced mentors serving more than 500 small business clients in Northwest Michigan each year.

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Jessica Doerr was close to finishing a degree academic life. At the MCC conference, Doerr, Povolo in vocal performance when an illness forced her to and others gave a presentation about student service reconsider a career as an opera singer. learning, dialogue and civic engagement. In 2005, she was nearly finished with a Bachelor's She also served as a teaching assistant for Povolo's Degree in Vocal Performance at Vanderbilt University course, "Dialogue, Integration and Action." when she began suffering from chronic infections "When Jessica started in the Liberal Studies bachelor's program, it was easy to see that, although

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A changing career path first meant finishing a Social Work program. She earned a Master's Degree pho bachelor's degree. Doerr enrolled in Grand Valley in Social Work in August while working as a gradu- presented the findings at the Lilly Conference on State University through its Traverse City Center. She ate research assistant for the department. College and University Teaching. majored in Liberal Studies and built her degree pro- "The liberal studies program prepared me so well Prior to earning a master's degree in social work, gram around courses in communication and human for social work because of its systems-level analysis. Doerr completed a year-long clinical internship at development. In each class, we look across the disciplines," Doerr Northwestern Michigan College’s Counseling Center. During the changes, Doerr received a great deal of said. "In social work, we look at all the pieces of the She now works as a counselor for NMC, assisting help from her academic advisor, Gilda Povolo, affili- environment." students with personal issues, crisis situations and ate faculty of liberal studies. As a graduate assistant, Doerr had an opportunity judicial cases. "She served as my academic advisor and mentor," to co-author a research article with Dorothea Epple, She said she enjoys being a part of NMC's diverse Doerr said. "She guided me through my transfer pro- assistant professor of social work. Their article campus: "I love being a part of our students' journey cess and made the entire transition seamless." explored various faith perspectives on client-based through college, and walking with them on their As an undergraduate, Doerr participated in the definitions of forgiveness. It was published in "A path." Michigan Campus Compact academic conference. Pathway to Forgiveness." MCC is a coalition of 43 member campuses commit- She also co-authored, with faculty members, Jessica Doerr and her husband, Jeffrey, have a 1-year- ted to building civic engagement into campus and an examination of cohort education models and old daughter, Lilliana.

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Elizabeth Erickson PA-C and her husband Carl moved to Traverse City in 2010 and have enjoyed every second of the area. She currently works at Munson Medical Center in the Trauma Surgery department and welcomes your questions or comments at [email protected].

As the days of my third year as an under- throughout the United States in every specialty that patients. It was at times an overwhelming, harrow- grad at Central Michigan University ticked down, you can imagine. Although the majority of PAs still ing and exhausting experience but it was never dull I found myself still contemplating a career path. I practice in primary care, the number of PAs moving and always rewarding. knew I wanted to be something in the medical field, toward specialty practices is growing exponentially. When I returned to Michigan, I took a job at our but didn’t really want to commit to another 10-12 Now, the top three specialty positions are in ER, local hospital with the trauma service. I recall one years of school. orthopedics and cardiology; however, I know of PAs night when a patient from a motorcycle accident I ran cross country at CMU and remembered working in everything from radiology to forensics! came into the emergency room. I organized the being treated at one point for an injury by a physi- By design, physicians and PAs work together as a ER team, ordered diagnostic tests and medica- cian assistant (PA). I wanted to learn more. team and all PAs practice medicine with physician tion, placed a chest tube to help him breathe and I soon realized that PAs are an excellent branch supervision. Supervision does not mean, however, obtained a CT scan, all before the physician arrived. of medicine. They can basically do everything a that a supervising physician must always be present We took him into surgery, and I stayed the night primary care physician can do. Becoming a PA with the PA or direct the care provided. in the ICU to monitor him and update the family on meant I could operate, perform procedures, as well Quite the contrary. his condition, answering their questions. I had my as diagnose and treat patients. Physicians and PAs work shoulder-to-shoulder PA training and the confidence of the treating phy- It was important to me that I would be able to providing care and compassion to their patients. sicians to thank for my ability to help this patient maintain a career where I didn’t have to sacrifice my This “team” model is an efficient way to provide and hundreds of others during my time at Munson. personal life and would still be able to raise a family. high-quality medical care, as well as a personal con- In most cases, I am working concurrently with I had considered going to medical school for a nection with patients. my physician. We are able to be much more effi- long time, but becoming a PA just seemed to fit Physician assistants are distinguished from other cient with our patient care as a result of our work- better with what I wanted out of life. health care professionals by their education as gen- ing as a team together. I graduated from the Central Michigan University eralists, by the breadth of their clinical knowledge, Physician assistants have become a critical com- PA program in 2009, then traveled to New York by the extent to which they are given decision- ponent of America’s health care system. They have City where I did an optional surgical residency. I making authority regarding patient care, diagnosis become, in many areas of the country, the primary honestly couldn’t be happier with my career deci- and treatment. providers for medical services. With the United sion and I am certain I made the right move. During my surgical residency program, I expe- States facing a shortfall of physicians to meet the The PA profession has a rich history. During rienced the close relationship among my physician growing demands and an aging population, mid- WWII, physicians and other health care profession- colleagues, myself and our patients. level providers will continue to be at the forefront als realized: “Hey, there are not enough of us to go My fellow residents and I were expected to of health care. around and care for patients’ needs!” Queue the respond to all forms of emergencies, from gunshot Many of you have, or will use the services of birth of the physician assistant. and stab wounds, to accidental injuries such as these professionals. I am confident you will find Currently, there are over 170 accredited pro- falls. the care and compassion you expect and deserve to grams and over 90,000 certified PAs working We provided the “frontline” treatment to these address your health care needs.

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Densmore has been ate the space of their dreams in Leelanau salon manager of Pure Essence Salon, and employee benefits. “Abby has pas- a licensed sales agent in the real estate County, Traverse City or the surrounding where she was in charge of marketing, sion for teamwork and will be extremely industry for 13 years. She has assisted region. www.tcexit.com, 231.946.4404 customer service and general salon effi- valuable as we continue to grow as clients in Traverse City and is experi- ciency. Margo lives in Traverse City with an organization,” said Karen Browne, enced in residential and luxury home her husband, their two daughters and president and CEO of TBACU. “She is sales. www.remax-bayshore.com dog, Maggie. She holds a B.S. in Business a wonderful and welcomed addition to Management and Exercise Physiology our management team.” Smith holds a Tonya Atkinson is from Western Michigan University. degree in business administration from opening Serenity Spa, [email protected] Ferris State University and Professional a new day spa that in Human Resources (PHR) certification. will offer waxing, Tina Livingston is www.tbacu.com, 231.946.7090 facials, light-touch the owner and opera- body massage, body tor of Tina's Take Serving the region for wraps, pedicures and Control Yoga. She nearly 25 years, Signs manicures. Owner and sole esthetician, Efforts to create a regional early child- has been certified Now Traverse City has Atkinson has been a licensed cosme- hood development network will take since 2006 and is changed its name to tologist for 26 years. “Clients not only another major step forward thanks to a registered with Yoga Image360 – Traverse appreciate a relaxing atmosphere and grant to the Traverse Bay Great Start Alliance. Livingston teaches at differ- City, announced high quality experience, but prices that Collaborative from Consumers Energy. ent locations on Old Mission Peninsula: owners Andrew and allow them to take advantage of spa Consumers Energy presented $40,000 St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Old Amy Kohlmann. 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She 1702 Barlow St., Image360 provides ist in family medi- for an early childhood development cen- has previously taught in Pennsylvania, professional graphic solutions to regional cine. Fliss practices at ter and a regional satellite network of Ohio, Illinois and Utah. [email protected], businesses and organizations, including Crystal Lake Clinic in early childhood sites at existing facilities 330.519.6560 environmental graphics, mobile graph- Empire. A graduate of the University of including schools and libraries. muman- ics, way-finding solutions and promo- Michigan Medical School, she complet- [email protected], 231.995.7114 Kathy Hyland has tional displays. www.image360tc.com, ed her residency at Marquette General opened Pets Naturally, 231.933.7446 Hospital. www.crystallakeclinic.com, Judy C. 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Her practice is devoted to helping cli- Ross specializes in ents with intimacy and relationship wellness massage, issues. Additionally, she has expertise warm bamboo mas- in treating mental health issues related to sage, hot stone massage and arnica back infertility and menopause. Grow McLean therapy massage. www.salon804tc.com has been specializing in women's health issues since 2004 when she was senior therapist at the leading women's sexual KUDOS health clinic in Chicago before opening her private practice. www.drgrowm- Dr. Steven clean.com, 231.357.6178 Thomas and Dr. Christopher Tabatha Krumlauf Jeffries of The has joined Stewart Center for Family Eye Care as Plastic Surgery an office assistant. She at Copper Ridge have donated $3,135 brings with her over in support of Munson Healthcare’s 13 years of medical Navigator Program to Blanche Heidt. experience. 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Specializing in Bankruptcy & Debt Settlement National Association of Realtors. This designation is designed for real estate buyer agents who Pick up your copy focus on working directly with buyer-clients and includes ongoing programs and updates of the GTWoman to stay on top of the issues and trends in suc- Networking Guide cessfully representing homebuyers. Marilyn today! Taylor, Jenifer Bradley and Maribeth Kinsley have been awarded the Seniors Real Estate Use it as a resource Specialist. The SRES designation is awarded only to Realtors who have successfully com- to connect with local pleted the educational course on how to help women in business seniors and their families with later-in-life real estate transactions. www.tcexit.com, in our area! 231.946.4404 FREE

Ross and Brenda Biederman were honored by the Traverse City Area Chamber PUBLISHED ANNUALLY BY Tell them you saw WOMAN Magazine of Commerce with the Chamber’s Distinguished Service Award for 2013. The Grand Traverse them in the Guide! Biederman family name is well known throughout Michigan for successful broadcast media operations. The Biedermans have leveraged their business success to the benefit of other worthy community causes including health care, education, recreation Visit www.grandtraversewoman.com to learn more and help for the under-privileged. “Ross and Brenda Biederman truly embody what about how GTWoman Magazine can help you connect the Distinguished Service Award is all about,” said Laura Oblinger, chief operating with the women in our community! officer of the Traverse City Area Chamber. “It’s about people who’ve been successful in our community that share those blessings to create a better place for us all. That certainly applies to the Biedermans.” www.tcchamber.org

Michigan Governor Rick Snyder has announced the appointment of Robin Wybenga to the Michigan Board of Real Estate Appraisers. Created in 1991 and housed within the Michigan Department of Traverse City Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, the nine-member board licenses and regulates the service of more than 6,000 real estate appraisers. Wybenga will serve the remainder of a four-year term expiring June 2016, and her appointment is subject to the advice and consent of the state Senate. www.tbacu.com, 231.946.7090

Meagan Luce with Century 21 Northland was voted in as president of the Traverse Area Association of Realtors Officers and Directors Board. Luce is a Traverse City native, and became a Realtor after several successful years of real estate investment and property management. She was awarded Rookie of the Year in 2009, is certified as a short-sale foreclosure specialist and has been a director on the TAAR board. She is a graduate of the Chamber of Commerce leadership program. www.c21northland.com, 231.883.8440

tcwomensexpo.com Salon Verve, owned by Jo Ann Zenner, recently was named to the Salon Today Top 200 by Salon Today magazine, a business publication for salon and spa owners. The magazine honored applicants in 11 different best practice categories. Salon Verve was April 26 & 27, 2014 honored in the Growth Category. “Our edi- tors recognize that strong business leadership Howe Arena requires the mastery of a number of different best business practices,” said Stacey Soble, editor-in-chief of Salon Today. “The salons named to the Salon Today 200 for 2014 not only proved they excel in one or more of these areas, they also have created GT Civic Center rewarding environments for their staff members and standout experiences for their clients.” www.TheNewLookOfOrganic.com

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Ultimate Network Nite - Wed, March 12 their journeys and how much they lost — and how much they gained through changing We will be hosting this annual event their lives! at ECCO in downtown Traverse City and Our location host Sarah Brown will offer our grand prize for the night valued at $200. our entertainment is the talented singer and Attendees are also welcome to bring door prizes to give away for their 15-seconds of fame songwriter Jetty Rae! Ticket includes food at the mic. It’s invaluable face-to-face time with fabulous local women! from Opa! Uptown and wine from Forty A thank you goes to our series sponsor Borealis Medispa and our support sponsors Five North Winery. Opa! will be offering Mariposa Pathway, O.N.E. Ultimate Health and CityMac, and our media sponsors TV creamy feta artichoke dip, bruschetta, tzatzi- 7&4 and Z93 for making Network Nites possible. More info and tickets available at www. ki (cucumber dip), pita wedges & gyro bites. grandtraversewoman.com. Tickets are $15 or 2 for $20. We will have over 40 vendors that include demos and lots of laughs. Thank you to our GTWoman Luncheon - Thursday, April 10 sponsors main sponsor Borealis Medispa as STAY S.A.F.E. — Master Instructor Kevin Shoults from the Seung-ni Martial Arts well as supporting sponsors City Mac, Z93, Academy has developed the "S.A.F.E. Defensive System” for women that is easy to remem- Mariposa Pathway, O.N.E. Ultimate Health ber, easy to implement and easy to share with your daughters, sisters and friends. The and TV 7&4, along with our location spon- S.A.F.E. acronym stands for Smart, Aware, Fierce and Effective. sor ECCO. Attendee tickets are $15/each or 2 For instance, a key thing men look for in a possible victim is hairstyle. Predators are for $20 and available at www.grandtraverse- more likely to select a woman with a ponytail, braid or other hairstyle that can be easily woman.com. grabbed. As such, a S.A.F.E. prevention step is to simply tuck your hair inside a cap when you are heading out for a jog on the TART Trail. At the luncheon, Master Kevin will explain how 4 vital elements of self defense can be Network Nite - Wed., May 14 – Jane Reveal! simply and immediately put to use to help protect you and your family. Last year our Come join us and the women of TC to celebrate, network and make friends — this women’s self defense luncheon was our most popular ever. If you missed it or would like Network Nite is special because it’s the night of our Jane Reveal! more tips, join us for a luncheon on staying S.A.F.E.! The event is located at Sarah Brown Photography in Traverse City. The theme is Old The luncheon is 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hagerty Center in Traverse City. We also have Hollywood Glam — so get GLAM! We will award a prize for the best glam look. The night vendor booth at the event available for $185 (includes 2 lunch tix). Thank you to our includes appetizers along with wine by L.Mawby. series sponsor TBA Credit Union and GTOC and our supporting sponsors TV 7&4, Our speakers will be THE JANES! Yes, it’s the night of the big Jane Reveal. Hear about Lite 96, Fox Grand Traverse, Northwood Animal Hospital and SCORE. Lunch tickets are $25 or 2 for $45. More info and tickets at www.grandtraversewoman.com.

AREA EVENTS GTOC will also be accepting donations of non-perish- Tickets are on sale at www.mynorthtickets.com. Visit able food items for the Father Fred Foundation during www.zontatc.org for more information on Zonta. Grand Traverse Ophthalmology Clinic will host its the trunk show. www.gtoc.net, 800.968.6612 annual Spring Trunk Show on May 1, from 1-7 p.m. A The TC Chocolate Festival is Sunday, April 27, from selection of fashionable frames from top designers, like The Father-Daughter Dinner Dance, sponsored by 1–3:30 p.m. at the City Opera House in Traverse City. Anne et Valentin, Legre, Rem, Friezeframes and the Zonta Club of Traverse City, will be held on Sat., Attendees will sample all things chocolate from the Prodesign will be available. Discounts of 20 percent or April 12, at the Traverse City Golf & Country Club. area’s finest chefs and chocolatiers. The event includes more are offered on complete pairs of glasses ordered This evening is a celebration of the bond fathers and live music, demos and door prizes. For more info during the event. Refreshments will be served. A per- grandfathers have with their daughters and grand- contact Barbara Disborough, “The Chocolate Lady” at centage of proceeds from the sale will benefit Traverse daughters of all ages. The event includes dinner, www.tcchocolatefestival.com. Tickets are $15 adults, $8 Health Clinic CHAP, Safe Harbor and United Way. dancing, a professional photograph, crafts, and prizes. for children 12 and under.

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Nelson was the first one sick. For three days. On the fourth day, mother nurse was down for the count. Another three days and Kendall took the hit. But there was a one-day period in which Kendall was not sick, Nelson For his mummers was in recovery and I was sicker than a dog. Nelson stayed home from school on a Monday… and in a surprising turnabout, became the nurse.

Nurse Nelson was reluctant. He was, after all, home sick “Now get me some toast.” I see then he is poking the electronic death machine with and wanted to have the TV remote and the toast brought to This turned out to be the biggest challenge in his 9 years. a long, shiny stick. him. Some brownies and cookies too — after all he was feel- “How?” he bellowed from the kitchen. “Put the knife down!” I yell. I am sicker than I was before ing better. The only problem was that his mother was too sick Soon I was screaming instructions that took more energy this all started. to leave her bed, much less care. than actually making the toast. When I caught sight of him With more coaching, he wrangles a piece of bread in and “Nelson,” I called weakly, “can you try bringing me ransacking the utensil drawer for tools, I knew the show was out of the toaster. I hear the jam jar open, the lid clatter to Vernors?” I am not kidding. I was that weak. I had to be to about to begin. a stop on the floor. Some sawing and pushing and shoving. ask a child to open and pour a brand new 2-liter of pop. It “Where’s the bread?” He’s going to town on it. I say nothing. was sure to be a 1.5-liter disaster. “You’re leaning on it.” “So, I spread it like this?” But it was nearly noon. I had had nothing to eat or drink “Oh, that's right.” He presents me with the cutest piece of barely toasted toast for 24 hours. I was going downhill and fast. The puking had Some twist-tie untwisting, the sound loud in the quiet ever made. On his Star Wars plate. With a blob of jam high stopped and my survival instinct had kicked in. If I was going house. I resist further instructions, sip my Vernors and wait. and mighty in the middle. A few edges pulled at with a knife. to make it and feed my own child a lunch eventually, I needed “Where’s the jam?” It’s clear he gave up before he started. help. And help stood at the end of my bed in a pair of track “Top shelf of the fridge.” At this point my wrath disappears and I am overcome pants, a running shirt, and, no doubt, yesterday’s underwear. “The top?” with love. He carried the very full glass of Vernors in and stopped at “Yes.” “Oh my God,” I cry, “get the camera!” the end of my bed. “There’s no top shelf.” “WHAT?” He’s the indignant one now. “Sorry, Mom, I might catch it,” he said, reaching a very “Yes there is, keep looking.” I sit up in bed, using my last ounce of strength to take short arm out a very long ways. “Oh, you're right.” I stared at him. He stared at me. I watch him fumble the jar down. It’s as big as his head. his picture. He poses reluctantly but I don’t care. He doesn’t Finally, I spoke. “You gave this to me.” He would have dropped it if not for the grip of jam drip dried know it, but this is the bestest, sweetest, perfectest slice of “Oh, I did? That’s right.” down the side of it. toast I will ever eat in my life. “Give me that,” I seethed. But my indignation was working “So I just, uh, put it in the toaster?” he asks. in my favor — my verve and vigor returning with it. “Just stick it in and press the lever.”

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Grape Expectations By Kerry winkler I’m writing this motherhood column on another fun and then suddenly realized, no Bobby. Where was child of mine – our new puppy, “Bobby.” she? Feasting happily on grapes. It was a smorgasbord of deer scent and red grapes, any dog’s delight. She’s been keeping us on our toes, in true crawling- I called Bobby off quickly and calmly, suddenly infant style. It’s been 14 years since I last had a puppy. remembering that boring conversation I had with The dog was going to keel over since pup- So, as with childbirth, you never remember the pain, Kandy. We started the ski back to the house, me doing a pies have high energy and metabolize food quickly, only the joy. one-armed ski while Googling one-handed: “How many right? Right? I jumped into my car, sped a half mile My first heart-pounding, oh-my-I-really-do-love-her grapes are bad for a 16-lb puppy?” Siri’s answer was, and to my neighbors’ (my dad). They did have peroxide to moment came, well…when I almost poisoned her. Back I summarize: “1.” chase the grapes. Miracle! I said, I’ll be right back. They up to a few weeks ago when I was talking to Kandy Keeping my cool, I then switched to texting my vet, said: No, really, keep it. about her recent discovery: how grapes are toxic to who answered quickly, thank goodness. Solution: tur- Back outside with turkey baster, hydrogen peroxide dogs. Hmmm, interesting, I thought, boring to tell me, key baster and a small shot of hydrogen peroxide down and an oblivious Bobby thinking what a cool new game, but interesting. Let’s change topics, Kandy. her throat and do it immediately before the grapes are ain’t Mom awesome! Bobby didn’t think it was so fun Fast-forward a few weeks later to me and a crisper digested. Apparently it makes things come back up in eight minutes later though. Problem solved as I followed drawer full of past-their-prime grapes. Being an animal a hurry. her from pile to pile, cleaning up, counting the grapes. lover (really, despite this story) I thought I’d throw them I got home, ran to the cupboard and grabbed the Each cluster (!) adding to the guilt. Clearly I needed to out back along the deer run for the hungry deer in this peroxide from the high shelf, as of course I had kept it get my puppy/infant vibe back and pay more attention. hard winter. All good intentions indeed. stored high to keep away from infants. But it had been Bobby was fine. For now. Next, I decided I’d take the kids cross-country skiing 14 years like I said. The peroxide had EVAPORATED. Oh, and clearly I am not going to tell Kandy a word out back. With the puppy in tow, we skied and had our Empty bottle! Panic. Panic. Panic. of this.

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