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ORANGEVALE, CA (MPG) - According to the National State Leadership Institute on Drug Abuse, drug addiction is a complex disease. By Paul Scholl Since drugs change the brain in ways that make quitting hard, SACRAMENTO REGION, CA (MPG) PAGE 2 it usually requires more than - The Center for Jobs and the good intentions or a strong will. Economy recently released However, more is known about its full analysis of the May AUTHOR OF addiction now than in the past, employment data. and more options are available In the State Employment WEIGHT-LOSS BOOK for recovery. Growth Rankings, California There are more than 20 mil- dropped to 3rd place behind GAINS 15 POUNDS lion Americans in long-term Florida and Texas Between recovery from alcohol and drug May 2016 and May 2017, addiction. John Perry entered Bureau of Labor Statistics recovery in 1997. “I’ve been (BLS) data shows the total sober since September of 1997, number of employed in and my first few years of recov- California increased by ery I worked with people doing 250,000 (seasonally adjusted), 12-step work, one-on-one, and or 13.4% of the total net trying to help other people sober employment gains in this up, and I just really – I love it,” period for the United States. Perry said. He is now presi- California dropped to 3rd dent and director of operations place behind Florida (which PAGE 7 for Clean & Sober Recovery has a civilian working age Services, Inc., in Orangevale. population only 55% as large “My wife and I talked about as California’s) at 409,600 what we would like to do with and Texas (68% as large) at FERAL CATS our life and what we’d like to 254,800. do for a career, and we liked Measured by percentage the idea of helping people.” change in employment over PROJECT SEEKS Addiction is not something that the year, California dropped you recover from and then go to 33rd highest. Adjusted VOLUNTEERS back to life as it was, Perry said. for population, California For a person who has a prob- dropped to 35th. lem with alcoholism or drug The report shows addiction, recovery is an active California’s Labor Force process that starts with becom- Participation Rate at its lowest ing sober and requires continual level since 1976. California’s diligence. participation rate (seasonally Though statistics show that adjusted) in May declined inpatient residential treatment, to 62.0%, while the US rate ideally for three months, is dropped only 0.2 point to best for long-term sobriety, not 62.7%. Improvement in the everyone is in a position to take PAGE 2 unemployment rate at both the that route. “Maybe their work California and national levels won’t allow them to have more John Perry, left, president of Clean & Sober Recovery Services, and Chris Wright, Vice president stand in front of came from these contractions than a month off,” Perry said, the 5,300 sq. ft. residential treatment center home. Outpatient treatment is now an option, only three blocks in the labor force numbers. “or a mother with young kids from the residential facility. Photo by Margaret Snider The seasonally adjusted at home can’t afford to be away California participation rate from (them) for several months.” not 24 hour staffing, meals are 2008 and recently began an week. There are a wide vari- in May was at its lowest level Intensive outpatient therapy can not provided, and other consid- intensive outpatient program ety of classes or groups that can since 1976. The unadjusted be an alternative that may make erations are different than with located just three blocks from be carried out during days or rate was at its second low- recovery possible for those who residential treatment. And out- their residential treatment site. evenings. est level since 1976. In the are not able for various reasons patient therapy is more likely to The outpatient option includes Chris Wright is vice president recent May Budget Revision, to go into a full residential recov- be covered by insurance. a minimum of three one-hour and facility director for Clean & the Governor again pointed to ery program. Cost is less for Clean & Sober Recovery groups per day, and a one-on- Sober Recovery Services. “I’ve the increasing share of lower Scan our QR Code for a outpatient therapy, since there is Services has offered care since one counseling at least once a Continued on page 3 wage jobs as one of the prime direct link to our online edition! causes of slowing state reve- nues growth. “The level of wages has been revised downward, and Boy Scout and Troop to the Rescue cash receipts have been sig- GOT MORE nificantly below forecast.” By Paul Scholl and founder of the National Zoo in - Gov. Jerry Brown. Washington D.C. Brown continues to not take LOCAL SACRAMENTO REGION, CA (MPG) Recently Gabriel and his Mom responsibility for the many - Gabriel Cline, a 16 year old home- were walking along the American lost high paying jobs leaving schooled eagle scout from Orangevale, River and they saw a little duck- California for better busi- NEWS? recently completed installing five ling that was entangled with fishing ness climates in other states. micro filament recycling bins at the wire and they sadly had to watch it California ranks last in the CALL 773-1111 Nimbus Fish Hatchery with the help drown, as it was too far from them United States for being pro- of other Boy Scouts and friends. The standing on the shore and it simply business. Over one-third of Boy Scout patrol call themselves “The could not safely be reached. jobs growth over the past 12 LEGAL ADS FOR Flaming Jalapinos.” Gabriel wanted to protect other months has been in the low Gabriel has always had a keen wildlife from getting entangled by wage industries. SACRAMENTO interest in the environment. He fishing lines they cannot easily see, For additional information COUNTY? took on the project to fulfill the so he chose to work towards hav- and data about the California requirements of a little known ing the bins installed as a Boy Scout economy visit www.centerfor- Boy Scout environmental award project. Gabriel and his mom hope jobs.org. We Can Do That! called the Hornaday Award. The people will be more aware that they Source: Centerforjobs.org H Hornaday award program was cre- are available and will use them. ated to recognize those that have Rae Cline, Gabriel’s mom said made a significant contribution to “My son is the youngest Eagle conservation. It began in 1914 by Scout in the history of the troop that Gabriel Cline (left) saw the need to update micro filament recycling We Support To place your legal Dr. William T. Hornaday, director he is in (Troop 107) and we are cel- boxes at the Hatchery and wanted to have an impact on the advertising, go to of the New York Zoological Park ebrating our 25th Anniversary. H environment. Photo courtesy Rae Cline Our Military CarmichaelTimes.com www.AmericanRiverMessenger.com 2 • CARMICHAELAmerican River TIMESMessenger • GRAPEVINE INDEPENDENT • CITRUS HEIGHTS MESSENGER • AMERICAN RIVER MESSENGER • GOLD RIVER MESSENGER • JUNE 30, 2017 Capitol Pops Patriotic Concert July 2nd Cooley Honors Local Business at 2017 Salute to Small Business SACRAMENTO, CA (MPG) - On Monday, June 5, Assemblyman Ken Cooley (D-Rancho Cordova) honored Kniesel’s Collision, Inc. as the 8th Assembly District’s 2017 Small Business of the Year. Every year, members of the California State legislature take time to honor a small business from their district. The Salute to Small Business event provides an opportu- nity for small business owners to meet and share success stories with other small busi- ness owners from across the state. The California Small Business Association is a volunteer-driven, non-profit, non-parti- san organization with the mission to provide small businesses with a meaningful voice in state and federal government. “To honor Kniesel’s Collision as my Small Business of the Year brings me great pride,” Assemblyman Cooley awards Kniesel’s for their said Assemblyman Cooley. “Kniesel’s contributions to the community. Photo courtesy commitment to customer service and to Office of Ken Cooley their employees truly exemplifies servant leadership.” be recognized as the Small Business of the After emigrating from an Austrian refugee Year for our area,” said Richard Kniesel. camp after World War II, Richard Kniesel “When I landed at Ellis Island in the early founded Kniesel’s Collision in 1968. Richard 1950’s, I was bound for Chicago, Illinois, but Kurt Pearsall will lead the Capitol Pops Concert Band at Fair Oaks Village Park, July 2. has since handed the reins over to his two by the grace of god, I came to Citrus Heights sons, Robert and Tom. Having grown up instead, and I am forever thankful.” Story and photo volunteer members will offer an The park is located at 4238 Main in the business, they remain strong in their Assemblyman Ken Cooley represents the by Susan Maxwell Skinner all-American program that will Street in Fair Oaks. Downbeat is commitment to the family’s founding core 8th Assembly District which includes the include marches, anthems and 6:30 pm. values: integrity, trust, and quality. Kniesel’s communities of Arden-Arcade, Carmichael, FAIR OAKS, CA (MPG) - A free July swing tunes. Sheltons Unlimited Collision also provides support to numerous Citrus Heights, Rancho Cordova, Rancho 2 (Sunday) concert at Fair Oaks Susan Skinner is featured Mechanical Services of North charitable organizations including local food Murieta, Rosemont, Wilton and other por- Village Park will set a patriotic vocalist. A God Bless America Highlands is concert sponsor. banks, high school athletic booster clubs, tions of unincorporated Sacramento County. mood for the nation’s birthday. finale will include the audience Learn about the Capitol Pops Boy Scout Troops, Court Appointed Special For more information, please visit http:// Lead by maestro Kurt Pearsall, in a sing-along with the 60-piece Concert Band at www.capitol- Advocates, and breast cancer research. asmdc.org/members/a08/ the Capitol Pops Concert Band’s ensemble. Children are welcome. pops.org H “It is truly an honor and I am humbled to From the Office of Ken Cooley H Feral Cats Project Seeks Volunteers and Community Support to Curb the Feral Cat Population By Linda Morgan, abandoned cats will prevent residents in communities other volunteer opportuni- substantially increased. During Director Sacramento hundreds of litters of kittens, lit- throughout the County. ties at monthly Free Feral Cats the past two years, SacFerals has Feral Resources erally thousands of cats yearly, Feral cats are a neighborhood Workshops. Workshops open received reports of more than from being born in areas where issue that can have good reso- to the general public. Meetings 9,000 feral/stray cats. The need SACRAMENTO COUNTY, CA (MPG) they are not wanted and struggle lution when working together are held at 5605 Marconi Ave for assistance has out-paced the - Unwanted feral/stray cats are to survive on their own. to TNR. In fact, Sacramento in Carmichael. The Workshop current volunteer staff. everywhere and the proverbial Sacramento Feral Resources County supports TNR - not Schedule, class descriptions, and With an estimated 98,000 – “kitten-season” is in full-swing. (SacFerals) recently introduced euthanasia, starvation, or relo- sign-up information is available 220,000 feral cats in Sacramento In an effort to help these new- the Feral Cats Project. cation (which is illegal) of feral online: http://www.sacferals. County, as the saying goes, “It born kittens, people often put The focus of the Project is to cats. The good news is that there com/ takes a village” to make a huge them in a box and rush them to recruit volunteers and involve are low-cost and free spay/neuter Why establish a Feral Cats dent in reducing the number of the local shelter. Too often the residents county-wide to help clinics available. Project? In 2013 SacFerals intro- litters born in the County every outcome for these kittens isn’t humanely curb the feral cat pop- Residents who want to help duced a public website to offer year and to ultimately control what the well-intentioned per- ulation in Sacramento County improve the feral cat situ- resources and assistance to any- and reduce the community feral Spaying/Neutering of stray, feral, son expected. So how can you through a Trap-Neuter-Return ation can learn more about one with feral cat issues. Over cat population in Sacramento and abandoned cats will prevent H hundreds of litters of kittens, change this outcome? Spay/ (TNR) program. We are look- the Project, feral cats, TNR, time, traffic to the website as County. literally thousands of cats yearly. Neuter of stray, feral, and ing for the best ways to reach feral colony assistance, and well as requests for help have JUNE 30, 2017 American River Messenger • 3 FAIR OAKS COMMUNITY UPDATE A Useful Alternative Outpatient Recovery Services Provides Opportunity please visit regionalparks. Chamber of Commerce, Continued from page 1 the proper way to handle prob- month in residential treatment saccounty.net. Fair Oaks Recreation and been sober 15 years now and lems that I have. And I always and then transition to intensive Park District, and the have somebody I can talk to.” In outpatient counseling where Alcohol Ban Keeps Fair Oaks Foundation for I met John in a 12-step meet- ing, we were in the same home assisting others, Wright said, he their healing continues. For the Parkway Family Friendly Leisure and the Arts. For group,” Wright said. “It was found that trouble in maintain- best results, we encourage peo- If you are planning to a complete listing of all the quite a good friendship and a ing recovery was often preceded ple in outpatient programs to enjoy the American River bands, please visit fairoaks- recovery related friendship, too.” by the gradual dropping of sup- make a sober living community Parkway over the week- chamber.com. The key to continued health portive measures, including their home during their time in discontinuation of meetings, not outpatient treatment.” By County Supervisor end leading into the Fourth is never to forget. “I’m doing Eppie’s Great Race following the 12-step program, For more information about Susan Peters of July holiday, please note the same things today that I was there will be a complete ban Eppie’s Great Race doing when I first started, Wright and lack of healthy options to Clean & Sober Recovery Services problem solving. and the outpatient treatment pro- Through the generosity of the on alcohol consumption (otherwise known as the said. “I still have a sponsor, I still go to meetings, I’m still “Sometimes a treatment plan gram, call 916-990-0190, or go to American River Messenger, and possession both on land world’s oldest no swim tri- calls for a hybrid solution of www.letsgetbettertogether.com, this column serves to provide an and in the water between athlon) will be celebrating involved in the 12-step process, and I’m constantly refreshed on sorts,” Perry said. “For example, or e-mail info@candsrecovery. update about matters affecting Hazel and Watt avenues (an its 44th year on Saturday, a person might start with one com. H the unincorporated community exception exists for Ancil July 15. of Carmichael. Hoffman Golf Course). Founded in 1974 by the late Sacramento-area res- Kids Don’t Float In past years summer hol- iday weekends had become taurateur/entrepreneur and Neither do Adults major problems along the Eppie Johnson, the race Visiting Sacramento * American River due to has become an annual sum- County’s public waterways excessive alcohol consump- mertime tradition for elite FREE FIRST EXAM! and rivers is a traditional tion making the parkway athletes, fitness enthusi- way to cool off and enjoy less of a family friendly asts and families. The race Get to know our professional, friendly team with a “Welcome” the outdoors . . . but before outing because of fights, features a 5.82-mile run, you take the plunge remem- FREE First Wellness Exam at either of our convenient locations! public nudity, profanity and a 12.5-mile bike route and ber Life Looks Good on littering. a 6.35-mile kayak pad- You and so does a life vest. Besides the Independence dle held along the scenic Drowning Doesn’t. Day weekend, the restric- American River Parkway. Putting a life vest on tion is also applicable for It starts and finishes at the Boarding offer: before going into the river is the holiday weekends of William B. Pond Recreation TH the smart and safe thing to 5 NIGHT FREE Memorial Day as well as Area located at the end of do. And remember it’s the with purchase Labor Day. Arden Way. law for children under 13 The race is organized of 4 nights to wear a life vest because Free Concerts by the Eppie’s Great Race kids don’t float. Wearing in Fair Oaks Foundation and the pri- one could help save a life – The annual free sum- mary beneficiary is the including your own. mer Thursday night concert Therapeutic Recreation There are several life series in Fair Oaks Village Services Division within vest borrowing sites in the continues during July and the Department of Regional Sacramento area includ- into August. Parks which provides ing at area fire stations The popular program is therapeutic recreation and on the American River held in Village Park and the opportunities for individu- Parkway at Discovery Park first performance for this als with disabilities residing (2 sites -- kids and adults), month, July 6, features Jim in Sacramento County. Ancil Hoffman Park (kids Anderson and the Rebels, For more information, go only), Howe Avenue river an Elvis tribute band. The online and visit eppiesgreat- access (kids only), Watt concert series continues race.org. Avenue river access (kids through August 17 with Susan Peters represents the only), River Bend Park each show beginning at Third District on the Sacramento (kids only), and Sunrise 6:30 pm. County Board of Supervisors. river access (kids only). The concerts are pre- She can be reached at susan- For more information, sented by the Fair Oaks [email protected]. H

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might have to consider selling in an important decision-making Deendant Conicted o urder was a felon in possession of a fi rearm. something of that magnitude. If process is not marriage material. On September 7, 2015, Cleveland went into you were in a truly awful situa- I think your decision was heart- Roery in ariuana ransaction a Chevron station on Florin Road with a fi re- June 1, 2017 tion making $10,000 a year and breaking, but wise. arm and robbed the sole employee. He stole S Kane Thompson (Case the ring is worth $200,000 while Going into a partnership money from the register and after the victim 16FE009089) you’re $100,000 in debt, you’d with family like this is unwise. refused to get on the ground, he shot the fi re- S Deputy District Attorney have to give it some thought. There’s a lot of messed up stuff arm off two times before fl eeing the scene. On Kari Reeve, Homicide Unit Keep the Bike But there’s no way I’d sell that in his family dynamic. And it’s September 29, 2015, Cleveland went to the Kane Thompson was convicted by a jury Dear Dave, bike in your case! not like you won’t support your Florin Shopping Center and robbed another for the first-degree murder and robbery of My husband and I aren’t see- —Dave man and his dreams and deci- victim of 5,600 in cash. The victim had Nicholas Jaffray. The jury also found true ing eye-to-eye on a motorcycle. sions, but those dreams need just withdrawn the money from his bank and to contain wisdom and con- the special circumstance that the murder was The bike was my dad’s, and I got was about to get in his car when Cleveland The Family sideration for you. Otherwise, committed in the commission of a robbery. it four years ago when he passed struck him over the head and stole his money. Nightmare any dream will fast become a On May 7, 2016, Kane Thompson met away. I’d like to keep it because Cleveland then fled the scene in a car that Dear Dave, nightmare. Nicholas Jaff ray at a marijuana dispensary. I grew up riding it with him, and was waiting for him in the Sears parking lot. I still ride it today. My husband My fiancé told me the other I know it hurts, Carla, but this Mr. Jaffray was a marijuana grower who Officers were able to locate Cleveland in a thinks we should sell it to pay off day he’s going to buy a failing was not the right guy for you. was at the dispensary to sell his products. nearby parking lot after the license plate of the debt. We make about $60,000 a restaurant with his mom, sis- Money problems are one of the Thompson represented himself to be a mari- fl eeing vehicle was obtained. Cleveland was year, and we have about $36,000 ter, and a family friend. None of biggest causes of divorce in juana delivery man and legitimate marijuana detained by law enforcement and was found to to go before we’re debt-free them have any food service or America today. Trouble with in- vendor. Thompson then told Mr. Jaff ray that have half of the victim’s money and the gun except for our home. The bike business experience, and he has laws is another, and you almost he would like to do business with him. Later from the fi rst robbery on his person. is worth about $2,300. What do never said anything about want- signed up for both. I’m sorry you that day, Thompson and Mr. Jaff ray met in an you think? ing to own a restaurant. When I had to make such a tough call. apartment complex parking lot and began to Gan emer Conicted - Amanda questioned him about it, he said If you want to salvage this, negotiate a marijuana transaction while sit- or Possessin Firearms it was his mother’s idea. I don’t you could explain to him that ting in Mr. Jaff ray’s car. As a third man with a Dear Amanda, want to be part of this, and it he needs to make better deci- June 15, 2017 shotgun walked out from the apartment com- There’s no way I’d sell that wouldn’t be his first big surprise sions to win your hand again. S Todd Williams (Case 16FE021370) plex towards the car, Thompson pulled out a bike. If it were just a miscella- decision, so I told him I would In this case, making better deci- S Deputy District Attorney handgun and told Mr. Jaff ray “not to get killed neous motorcycle, I’d sell the walk away from the marriage if sions means involving you in Kristen Andersen, Targeting Armed Recidivist over a pound of weed.” Mr. Jaff ray attempted thing in about 20 seconds. But this he pursues this. I feel bad about the process, and giving your Gang Enforcement Team (TARGET) to fl ee in his vehicle, but Thompson shot and bike is unique and special because it, because he didn’t really do thoughts, feelings, and opinions killed him as he was exiting the parking lot. Todd Williams was convicted by a jury of it was your dad’s. There’s only anything wrong. Do you think the respect they deserve. Thompson and the unknown accomplice stole two counts of felon in possession of a fi rearm. one of those in the world. I’m making a wise decision? —Dave Mr. Jaff ray’s backpack containing the mari- The jury also found true a gang allegation on It’s like a lady in the same sce- - Carla juana before fl eeing the scene. both counts. nario saying she has a $2,300 Dave Ramsey is CEO of Ramsey Thompson faces a maximum sentence of Todd Williams is a validated member of diamond on her hand that’s her Dear Carla, Solutions. He has authored seven life in prison without the possibility of parole. the G-Mobb/Guttah criminal street gang. wedding ring. Would I tell her to Yes, he did do something best-selling books, including The Sentencing is set for July 14, 2017, at 9:00 On August 17, 2016, Williams was in a car sell it? No way! This bike is very wrong. He put his controlling Total Money Makeover. The Dave a.m. in Department 12 before the Honorable that law enforcement attempted to stop. much woven into the fabric of mommy ahead of his bride-to- Ramsey Show is heard by more Maryanne Gilliard. Williams fl ed from the car, and offi cers gave your life and your fondest mem- be, and it sounds like it’s not the than 13 million listeners each week chase. When Williams was apprehended, he ories. As a rule, you just don’t first time he’s made big deci- on 585 radio stations and multiple Deendant entenced was found to be in possession of two loaded sell things like that. sions without consulting you. digital platforms. Follow Dave on or Roeries fi rearms. Now, there may be extreme Any man who doesn’t consider the web at daveramsey.com and on Williams has a prior 2010 strike conviction the feelings of his wife or fiancée Twitter at @DaveRamsey. H June 2, 2017 cases sometimes where a person for accessory after the fact to attempted mur- S Pierre Cleveland (Case 15F05965) der with a gang enhancement. He previously S Deputy District Attorney served 7 years in prison for this off ense. Kristen Andersen, Career Criminal Prosecution Williams faces a maximum sentence of 17 Unit years and 8 months in prison. Sentencing is set LEGAL ADS FOR SACRAMENTO COUNTY? The Honorable Raoul Thorbourne sentenced for July 21, 2017, at 9:00 a.m. in Department Pierre Cleveland to 25 years in prison. 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Make It Fun and It Will Get Done! The Secret to Being Organized POPPOFF! Pam Young’s Corner with Mary Jane Popp Author of Weight-loss Book Gains 15 Pounds Insomnia comes as stress dis- and alcohol. Sorry folks. While rupts the rhythm. Frequent coffee may fuel you to hit your 2. Comparing my body to able to have cake and ice cream.’ infections from chronic stress work deadline, it stimulates our When you read this, you other bigger bodies: In “The ‘It’s my birthday, what’s wrong leads to constant elevation of sympathetic nervous system and could wonder why the author of Mouth Trap: the butt stops here!” with celebrating once a year.’ cortisol and makes the body increases the stress response in a weight-loss book could gain the book I wrote about losing ‘It’s Terry’s birthday, even more susceptible to disease the body. Also, it may seem weight when supposedly she’s weight on a low-carb diet, there’s though he’s gluten and dairy and infection. 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When I was in denial about sick with the flu; I deserve to cel- Sex Drive and Skin Issues can help. Focused breathing, her book on the subject. Well, if According to my weight, one of the biggest ebrate my wellness with a visit to Dr. Siobhan come into play. You can even yoga, visualization and med- you don’t know me, you don’t Kealy, the body’s stress forces keeping me struggling Burger King for a well-deserved have Stomach Upset, Brain itation are all techniques that know I have to always tell the response is the fight or flight” was my penchant for judging Whopper.’ ‘It’s Cinco de Mayo, Fog, Headaches, and Hair can help mediate our response truth even when it’s not pretty. response and it kicks into action others and comparing myself I can have beer and chips, I love Loss. Have you experienced to stress because they activate I’ve gained 15 pounds in three to help us perform under pres- to them. For five years I sang Mexico.’ one or more of these stress the body’s relaxation response, months (that’s five pounds a sure, think clearly, maintain in a Sweet Adeline Chorus When our celebrations lead to symptoms? the opposite of the fight or month!). focus and concentration, keep made up of 130 women whose weight gain, it’s time to wake up So now it’s time to get the flight response. Limit screen With that said, I hope you read energy levels up and get the average age was 55 and aver- and reset our entitlement meters. five tips to reduce the effects time at night. I know. You are my confession, given in the spirit job done. But, and this is the age weight I’d guess was 175 If you gain weight easily, of stress. Eat Well has to come about ready to scream “no way, of honesty in the hope that if 800 pound gorilla in the room, pounds. I’ve never in my life it most likely means you like first. Allowing yourself to feel not ever!” The blue light from you’ve fallen off any wagon of our bodies can’t distinguish seen such a massive collection sweets and all the white stuff; hungry triggers stress. Eat nutri- devices have been shown to resolve, know you can always between emotional and physi- of overweight, middle-aged rice, pasta, bread and potatoes. It ent dense whole food and cut decrease melatonin levels in the get back on and with a clearer cal threats and so the response women. When I compared my really is okay to have those foods sweets to keep blood sugar lev- brain, making it harder to sleep. understanding of yourself. is always the same…your adre- body to the average singer in once-in- awhile, but if you’re too els steady, thus reducing those Dr. Siobahn Kealy is a Board The 15-pound gain in three nal glands release adrenaline that group I felt-little. liberal with that notion you’re highs and lows. Rest Up comes Certified Family Practitioner months was caused by three and cortisol. Under situations But I was shooting myself in for weight gain. That’s what next. Have a bedtime routine and is the Medical Director for things. of chronic tress…whether the in the foot. That tendency to happened to me. In the course that is the same every night. New York Health and Wellness stress is physical, emotional, 1. I consumed too many compare cost me five years of of three months I had about 100 Cut out screen time before bed in Westchester, New York. She carbs. mental or environmental, real dragging seven sacks of flour. once-in-awhile eating sessions because that actually decreases is also co-creator of Balance 2. Compared myself to oth- or imagined, our bodies activate [In the book I have my readers which set the tone for allowing melatonin production in the 3H Metabolic Breakthrough ers who weigh more than I do the “fight or flight” mode and convert in their minds, their more carbs into the house. brain. If you can’t stop think- Weight Loss program. Check this can have longstanding det- (and dismissed scrutinizing weight into five-pound bags It wasn’t that hard to get back ing about what you need to get out www.drkealy.com. Don’t rimental effects on our health. those who weigh less than I do. of flour so seven sacks of flour on my wagon and now that I am, done tomorrow, then write a list let stress ruin your life. LIVE Want to know if you have (I’ve since learned that is text- equals the 35 pounds I wanted the carb craving has stopped and and put it aside as part of your LONG AND PROSPER! 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CITRUS HEIGHTS, CA (MPG) - Ninja assassins, espionage, family betrayal and mid-evil clan bloodshed are playing out across the Iga province in Samurai era Japan, the setting for Fair Oaks resident and award-win- ning author Susan Spann’s latest addition to her Shinobi Mysteries series, which she’ll read from and discuss at Barnes & Noble on Saturday, July 22. Spann’s new novel, “Betrayal at Iga” (Seventh Street Books), which releases July 11, promises a rare glimpse into the private world Susan Spann has already signed her next book deal in the of a Ninja Clan, specifically the Shinobi series: “Trial on Mt. Koya,” which she said picks up family life of her returning pro- where “Betrayal at Iga” (left) leaves off. tagonist, Hiro Hattori, a trained operate as a sort “This is just a genre I’ve been in ninja assassin now working as a of Japanese ver- love with forever,” she said. “All detective alongside his sidekick, sion of Watson and the time growing up I wanted to Portuguese Jesuit, Father Mateo. Holmes. This time, write,” Spann said. “I was drawn to This new, Samurai style “who the murder hits the mystery novels I read as a young done it” is Spann’s first attempt close to home. girl, but later I really got hooked on to take her readers into an actual “This is an emo- the genre after reading ‘Shogun.’ ninja province, in this case Hiro’s tional journey for Hiro,” explains That book really inspired me.” hometown of Iga. Hiro and Father Spann, who said she spent roughly Spann has already signed her Mateo are in Iga seeking refuge nine months researching the book in next book deal in the Shinobi while the assassination of an ambas- Iga in 2015. In “Betrayal at Iga,” series: “Trial on Mt. Koya,” which sador trying to negotiate a warring Hiro gets to interact with his mother she said picks up where “Betrayal” clan peace treaty occurs. Hiro must and grandfather, and his former leaves off, which has Hiro and confront his own past and family lover, so it is very personal.” Father Mateo sent to deliver a mes- members, as the crime may or may Spann’s first novel, “Claws sage to a Buddhist Priest in Koya. not have been committed by his for- of the Cat: A Shinobi Mystery” In preparation for the forthcoming mer lover, mother, or someone else. (Minotaur, 2013), was a finalist for series addition, Spann spent several “I get to take readers into the the Silver Falchion Award for Best months living in a Buddhist tem- actual Ninja province with this First Novel. The novel launched ple in Koya, where she said she was book,” explains Spann. “I wanted the Hiro and Mateo crime-solving granted wide access to historical to continue with the Hiro series but adventures, loosely modeled on the information and important details really go deeper into the more per- traditional mysteries of Sherlock about the Buddhist priests in the sonal side by taking readers into Holmes, in which paired detectives region of the era. the day-to-day life of a ninja clan to with seemingly opposite back- “Researching the next book show how ninjas actually lived and grounds, personalities and cultural was a wonderful adventure and I trained at home. This isn’t some- DNA, work in tandem to get to bot- am very excited for the upcoming thing you get to see very often.” tom of the latest caper. release,” Spann said. Back in Iga, Hiro confronts an Spann is at once a transactional Spann’s other works include old flame who is primary suspect attorney with a private practice “Blade of the Samurai,” “Flask in the case, largely because she has focused on business and publishing of the Drunken Master” and “The opposed the signing of the peach law, and an award-winning novel- Ninja’s Daughter.” H treaty. His mother is also a poten- ist with a degree in Asian studies MON ULY 3 7 tial suspect. As ninjas themselves, from Tufts University. Originally IF YOU GO: both women are trained assassins. from Southern California, Spann In fact, Hiro and his entire fam- says she wanted to be a writer since Susan Spann “Betrayal at Iga,” she was a young girl, hooked ini- ily are ninjas, however, with the Book chat and signing launch of series, Hiro finds himself tially into the mystery genre by Saturday, July 22, 1 p.m. RERCATS.COM on the other side of justice, perma- the Nancy Drew, Hardy Boys and nently assigned to provide security Agatha Christy works, as well as Barnes & Noble to Father Mateo. Now, the pair James Clavell’s “Shogun.” 6111 Sunrise Blvd.

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