JANUARY 2015 NO HOLDS BARRED Lizanne Falsetto Strives for Wellness All-Over Fitness NOLA to the Northshore CEO PROFILE New You! Albert Ruesga TOP STYLE PICKS Builds a Greater FOR 2015 New Orleans neworleansliving.com Ring in the New Year in Style! 3428-MBNO-NOLiving_3428-MBNO-NOLiving 4/17/14 1:29 PM Page 1 Groundbreaking innovation has broken through again. C-Class Its chiseled physique was developed in the wind tunnel. Its agility has been trained on the track. Its eye-catching style is something every C-Class Coupe is simply born with. And with the available Sport Package, its unmistakable allure becomes absolutely irresistible. Brilliant LED Daytime Running Lamps, taillamps and rear turn signals captivate onlookers while capturing the attention of other drivers. Available Bi-Xenon headlamps cast their brighter, whiter beams farther into the darkness, adapting to curves and oncoming cars. E-Class Sedan They're the only cars in their class that show you the horizon through four retractable side windows uninterrupted by framework. It's an elaborate feat of engineering to uphold two E-Class traditions: unmatched style and extraordinary strength. The view from outside is no less enticing, with a chiseled physique and a confident stance. Two advanced Direct Injection engines, a 3.5L V-6 in the E350 and a 4.6L biturbo V-8 in the E550, can fine-tune their fuel and spark within a millisecond. Quicker, leaner and cleaner, they create a torrent of power and torque with only a trickle of emissions. A new ECO Start/Stop system saves fuel with automatic engine shutoff at stoplights. GLK-Class SUV Just because the GLK is ready to climb mountains doesn't mean it can't hug the road along the way. The Appearance Package adds sporty 19-inch or 20-inch wheels and brushed aluminum roof rails. The Sport Package gets even bolder, with racing-bred AMG® wheels set off by sculpted lower body styling. Modern in style and advanced in function, the refined GLK cabin evokes the timeless craftsmanship of Mercedes-Benz while leaping to the forefront of technology. Crisp color displays, intuitive controls and advanced multimedia systems put a world of enjoyment at your fingertips, and put everyone aboard in the lap of luxury. Mercedes-Benz of New Orleans smart “Some interesting things to consider when making a decision on a vehicle..... Open the door. Look inside. We’ve made use of every inch of space. Stretch your legs and get comfy because the smart is more spacious than you’d think. It’s stylish and roomy enough to fit full sized Does your dealership open early at 7 am for service and is even open on Saturdays??? suitcases, golf clubs, ceramic dolphin collections, pirate's treasures…we could go on for days. Do they wash your vehicle every time it’s serviced? Think you're ready to uncar? The only way to find out is by taking a smart for a spin. Pop into one Is there a complimentary shuttle service? Or even loaner vehicles? of our dealerships and they'll arrange a test drive and even help with leasing and financing. And…. My favorite…. When you arrive you know there are always complimentary refreshments for customers? This dedication to customer satisfaction can always be found at mbofno.com Mercedes-Benz of New Orleans.” 3727 Veterans Boulevard of New Orleans Metairie, LA • 504-456-3727 Service open on Saturdays Jim Henderson 3428-MBNO-NOLiving_3428-MBNO-NOLiving 4/17/14 1:29 PM Page 1 Groundbreaking innovation has broken through again. C-Class Its chiseled physique was developed in the wind tunnel. Its agility has been trained on the track. Its eye-catching style is something every C-Class Coupe is simply born with. And with the available Sport Package, its unmistakable allure becomes absolutely irresistible. Brilliant LED Daytime Running Lamps, taillamps and rear turn signals captivate onlookers while capturing the attention of other drivers. Available Bi-Xenon headlamps cast their brighter, whiter beams farther into the darkness, adapting to curves and oncoming cars. E-Class Sedan They're the only cars in their class that show you the horizon through four retractable side windows uninterrupted by framework. It's an elaborate feat of engineering to uphold two E-Class traditions: unmatched style and extraordinary strength. The view from outside is no less enticing, with a chiseled physique and a confident stance. Two advanced Direct Injection engines, a 3.5L V-6 in the E350 and a 4.6L biturbo V-8 in the E550, can fine-tune their fuel and spark within a millisecond. Quicker, leaner and cleaner, they create a torrent of power and torque with only a trickle of emissions. A new ECO Start/Stop system saves fuel with automatic engine shutoff at stoplights. GLK-Class SUV Just because the GLK is ready to climb mountains doesn't mean it can't hug the road along the way. The Appearance Package adds sporty 19-inch or 20-inch wheels and brushed aluminum roof rails. The Sport Package gets even bolder, with racing-bred AMG® wheels set off by sculpted lower body styling. Modern in style and advanced in function, the refined GLK cabin evokes the timeless craftsmanship of Mercedes-Benz while leaping to the forefront of technology. Crisp color displays, intuitive controls and advanced multimedia systems put a world of enjoyment at your fingertips, and put everyone aboard in the lap of luxury. Mercedes-Benz of New Orleans smart “Some interesting things to consider when making a decision on a vehicle..... Open the door. Look inside. We’ve made use of every inch of space. Stretch your legs and get comfy because the smart is more spacious than you’d think. It’s stylish and roomy enough to fit full sized Does your dealership open early at 7 am for service and is even open on Saturdays??? suitcases, golf clubs, ceramic dolphin collections, pirate's treasures…we could go on for days. Do they wash your vehicle every time it’s serviced? Think you're ready to uncar? The only way to find out is by taking a smart for a spin. Pop into one Is there a complimentary shuttle service? Or even loaner vehicles? of our dealerships and they'll arrange a test drive and even help with leasing and financing. And…. My favorite…. When you arrive you know there are always complimentary refreshments for customers? This dedication to customer satisfaction can always be found at mbofno.com Mercedes-Benz of New Orleans.” 3727 Veterans Boulevard of New Orleans Metairie, LA • 504-456-3727 Service open on Saturdays Jim Henderson START HERE FOR A HEALTHIER YOU AND A HEALTHIER LOUISIANA Together, Winn-Dixie and LiveWell Louisiana show you how to make healthy choices–and it starts right here on the shelf. Look for the LiveWell sign on dietician-approved products that will help you lower cholesterol, cut out fats and avoid processed foods. By increasing whole grains, proteins and vitamins, you’ll reap the benefits of a balanced diet and kickstart your path to health! Find fresh new ways to eat healthy, feel good and LiveWell. Join the movement at LiveWellLouisiana.com It’s time to get covered, Open Enrollment ends Feb. 15, 2015. It’s never been easier or more affordable to get health insurance. Choose from a variety of health and dental plans. 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I also want to do more of what I love in my work, which will help me reach more people — this, I feel, is my calling. In order to live more gratefully, I am trying to establish daily habits that help me appreciate what I have. It’s easiest for me to tie these to another daily routine or time of day; for example, before I get out of bed in the morning, I try to simply lie awake for a few moments and reflect on all of the opportunities that the day might bring. This is also a much nicer way to wake up than jumping out of bed with your to-do list racing through your mind! With my hectic schedule, living mindfully is a challenge, but I try to remain aware of how I’m feeling and reacting, no matter what’s going on in my business or personal life. Because awareness is the sole goal of mindfulness, devote yourself to practicing it, and grant This time of year is always an inspiring, this practice helps me gain distance from permission to forgive yourself when you fail.