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Essential uses for essential oils 4
60 minute calorie burn 5
I do it for them 6
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Young chicz
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Enjoy winter in Minnesota!
Ah, winter in Minnesota. Isnt it wonderful?
Sure, Ill admit that it brings lots of challenges icy roads and
sidewalks, shoveling, plowing, frigid temperatures...
But to be a true Minnesotan, you must find joy in
what winter brings as well. Dont get too busy to
enjoy the beauty of those big, fluffy snowflakes or
the frost covered trees.
Remember the thrill you had as a child when you
heard the words school cancelled? You can still
let those unexpected schedule changes be a
blessing instead of a hindrance. Snow days might simply be
Gods way of telling us to slow down.
Whens the last time you played in the snow?
This winter, I challenge you to build a snow-
man, make a snow angel and have an
old-fashioned snowball fight! Then
go inside, sit before a cozy fire
with a cup of hot cocoa and read
a book (check out the
recommendations on Page 38).
Or tackle some of those projects youve
been putting off organize your photos,
paint a bedroom, try a new soup recipe
or plan a wine and cheese party.
We can help! Take a look inside.
You can grumble about the weather and
pine for warmer days, but it wont make
them come any faster. So don the extra
layers and a smile, and find joy in winter!
inside
this issue
Winter 2013
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4 Chicz January 2013
health & fitness
Basil:
Scent: Earthy, herby
Uses: Coughs, colds or bug
repellent
Bergamot:
Scent: Citrus
Uses: Depression, stress, acne
Chamomile:
Scent: Sweet, herby
Uses: Depression, stress,
nausea, headaches, insomnia
Citronella:
Scent: Citrus
Uses: Headache, fatigue or bug
repellent
Eucalyptus:
Scent: Earthy
Uses: Soreness, colds
Ginger:
Scent: Earthy, spicy
Uses: Stress, soreness
Grapefruit:
Scent: Citrus
Uses: Depression, oily skin
Jasmine:
Scent: Floral
Uses: Depression
Lavender:
Scent: Floral, herby
Uses: Allergies, stress,
headaches, skin conditions
Lemon:
Scent: Citrus
Uses: Stress, fatigue
Lime:
Scent: Citrus
Mandarin:
Scent: Citrus
Peppermint:
Scent: Minty
Uses: Exhaustion, fever,
headache, sinus infections,
stomach pain
Rose:
Scent: Floral
Uses: Stress
Spearmint:
Scent: Minty
Uses: Exhaustion, headaches,
stomach pain
Tangerine:
Scent: Citrus
Vanilla:
Scent: Sweet
Uses: Stress, anxiety
By Melissa Walerius
essential oils
W
hether you are creating a body lotion, sugar scrub, lip balm or just using a drop for perfume, essential oils can
be used for many different home remedies. But there are a few things to know first
Never mix more than three oils in one recipe. Some oils do not combine well due to their properties.
Always test on a small area before using large amounts.
Always read the label of the oils you buy. Some need to be diluted before use while
others can be used as is.
Children and pregnant women should stay away from essential oils due to their potency.
essential uses for
Use essential
oils from
citrus fruits
like lemon,
orange or
tangerine
to help
reverse
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fatigue!
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o what if youre in the midst of a Minnesota winter?
Thats no excuse for not burning away those calories!
Try some low-impact aerobic stepping while watching
your favorite TV show, get on that dusty exercise bike
and ride, or enroll in a local zumba class. Structured exercise
not for you? Try rearranging your furniture, get out and shovel
some snow, go bowling, or put a little zip into your housework.
Still not interested? Take a shopping trip, read a book, or say
yes to your husband! Even your favorite things can equal
calories burned!
See how your favorite activities stack up on the burn scale:
Calories burned in 60 minutes
of activity by body weight
120 lbs. 160 lbs. 200 lbs.
Sleeping 50 67 84
Reading 58 77 96
Foreplay 79 106 132
Washing dishes 122 163 204
Shopping 130 173 216
Billliards 137 182 228
Housework 158 211 264
Bowling 166 221 264
Weight lifting - general 187 250 312
Pilates - beginner 202 269 336
Stretching 216 288 360
Intercourse 230 307 384
Walking 3 mph (medium speed) 238 317 396
Dancing - fast 302 403 504
Shoveling snow 331 442 552
Swimming - moderate 331 442 552
Aerobics - low impact 331 442 552
Rearranging furniture 360 480 600
Aerobics - high impact 382 509 636
Zumba 432 576 720
60
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Most women I know are so unselfish.
They are always thinking of others
spouses, children, neighbors, employers,
co-workers. Not me. I am pretty selfish
when it comes to my health, always
thinking about me and ways I can get to
the gym, out for a bike ride or a run.
But I have my reasons.
I dont trust my husband to pick out
the nursing home. Its doubtful that he
and I will leave this earth at exactly the
same time, so if one of us is left to pick out the nursing
home, it should be me. Sounds selfish, but on the other
hand, if I really do love him wouldnt I want to do every-
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My daughters-in-law will need someone to talk to who
understands. Or someone to blame for my sons bad
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three sons, a grandson and a granddaughter. She may
need some inspiration when she is feeling insecure about
her own looks. I want her to know that her body was made
for activity not just to be seen. The down side if she is
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The 90-year-old who got his first hole-in-one. That made
my day. Maybe I havent gotten a hole-in-one yet because I
need 30 more years of practice. If thats possible, maybe I
can beat my 5:03 marathon time also. In other words, if I
live to be 90, I want to still be active and enjoy it.
Im not ready to give up ice-cream, chocolate or beer.
Even if my beer is only 64 calories, it takes walking a mile
to burn off the calories in two beers. One-half cup of
chocolate-chip cookie dough ice-cream is 270 calories. I
need to run almost 30 minutes to burn that off. If I was a
vegetarian not that I dont like vegetables, I like all food
operating the TV remote would probably be enough to bal-
ance my caloric burn with my calorie consumption.
Doctors are doing well enough without my help. I know
the unhealthier I am, the more of a financial boon I am to
the medical industry, but Id rather spend my money on fun
things. So even if the gym membership seems like an
expense, I try to think of it as an investment in my health
that in the long run will save me money on blood pressure
and cholesterol medication. Besides, Id rather the doctors
spend their time and energy curing diseases and illnesses
that people suffer with through no fault of their own.
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Blood donation is gratifying and offers tremen-
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Each component can be given to a different patient, which
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oots are definitely a fashion state-
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almost any look, from casual to for-
mal, and increase the versatility of a
womans wardrobe. Here are a few tips on how
to select and wear this adaptable accessory.
Consider your personal style and comfort. Not every trend
is appropriate for every woman.
Knee high boots are probably the most versatile and work
well with all body types. You can pair them with long or
short skirts, dresses, pants and jeans, but remember that a
stiletto leather boot with sweatpants might not be the best
combination.
Knee high or thigh high boots can help keep you warm
and make wearing dresses and skirts during the fall and
winter more comfortable.
High-heeled boots can replace pumps, and allowing the
hem of a full skirt to fall just over the top of the boot helps
refine the look. If youre wearing a fitted skirt or dress, leave
a few inches between the hem and the top of the boot.
If you want to offset a longer length skirt, you could head
for the chunky heeled boots; if you want to polish the look
of pants, you could lean toward ankle boots that will slip
under the hems and not restrict your legs.
A boot that fits your leg is a great look, but dont select a
pair that squeezes your calf.
There shouldnt be more than about a half inch between
your leg and boot unless youre selecting an equestrian style
boot. The straight cut makes them easy to put on or take off,
and they work well if you want to tuck your jeans inside.
This boot is more casual, but still gives a polished look.
Tall boots, whether just above the knee or thigh high, can
be worn with a skirt or dress that just touches the top of the
boot. Or pair them with skinny jeans or leggings, then add a
long sweater or jacket to finish off the look.
If you lean toward biker boots, you can soften the look
with a soft oversized sweater or a basic black knit dress and
a black leather jacket.
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a very versatile piece. Clip it onto a strand of
pearls, a heavy chain or a simple cord, and presto!
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By Al Edenloff
Im tired of winter. Theres nothing fun to do and Im
bored with the same ol get-togethers.
How about some cheese with that w(h)ine?
A wine and cheese party can break up the winter doldrums
by providing a fun night with friends as you compare how dif-
ferent types of wine go with different kinds of cheeses.
Even if you feel like youd qualify for a Wine for Dummies
course, you can easily pull off an entertaining evening with
these simple tips.
Prepare a guest list. Keep numbers manageable
(between four and 12) so the setting is somewhat intimate.
Decide on the wine. As host, you could provide the
wine, or a more adventurous option is to ask each guest or
couple to bring a bottle of their favorite, or something theyve
wanted to try. Have at least a couple bottles of reds and white
wines ready in case all your guests bring the same varietal.
Your goal should be to have just enough for guests to enjoy
making casual comparisons, without getting too tipsy! Figure
about four bottles per dozen people.
Buy a variety of cheeses. For your first wine and
cheese party, try three to five cheeses. Your pallet would be
overwhelmed with more than that. Buy at least one ounce of
cheese for each person to try. Dont be afraid to try cheeses
youve never tasted before. A few options:
Semi-firm (cheddar, fontina, manchego) with cabernet
sauvignon, sauvignon blanc or rioja.
Super-aged (gouda, asiago, parmesan) with champagne or
merlot.
Pungeant or stinky cheese (taleggo, Langres) with pinot
gris or Gewurztraminer.
Mild, soft cheeses (brie, goat cheese) with merlot,
chardonnay or sauvignon blanc.
Other accompaniments. Make sure you have water
and other palate cleansers available such as fruit (strawber-
ries, grapes, apples) and veggies. You may also want to
include a couple kinds of meat spicy salami or prosciutto.
Set the stage. A couple of hours before the party, take
the cheese out of the fridge so it warms to room temperature.
Make sure your white wines are chilled. Place labels in front
of cheeses, listing the name and characteristics of each.
Keep it fun. Liven up the evening with some blind taste
testing. Pour cheap wine in one glass and an expensive kind
in another and see if guests can tell the difference. See if they
can tell the difference between a merlot and cabernet or, for
the whites, between a sauvignon blanc and a chardonnay.
Sip away, compare notes, laugh over who is the best wine
snob and make a rule: No more whining!
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Make sure
you have water
and other
palate cleansers
available, such
as fruit and
veggies.
Spring is sprinting closer on the calendar. Time for a light,
refreshing mocktail to rejuvenate the creative juices and
shake the winter shack nasties.
Its essentially a non-alcoholic mojito. The zippy mint and
lime concoction can be modified to suit many occasions.
SPRITELY SPRITZ
Start with a lime. Smoosh it lightly by rolling on a cutting
board and then slice in half. Use half the lime to wet the top
of your glass and dip the rim in sugar.
Muddle three mint leaves, two teaspoons of sugar and a
dash of lime juice in the bottom of your glass.
Fill glass to rim with ice and add soda. Garnish with mint
leaves and a slice of lime, insert straw and ta-da!
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W
hen winter turns cold and blustery, my
thoughts turn to the warm comfort of home-
made soups and stews. Add a slice of fresh,
crusty bread and youre all set. Nothing
seems to satisfy quite like it!
Here are some of the favorites in our household.
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INGREDIENTS:
2 cups water
2 cups diced potatoes
1/2 cup diced carrots
1/2 cup diced celery
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
2 Tbsp. butter
WHITE SAUCE:
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup flour
2+ cups milk
2 cups cheddar cheese, grated
1 cup cubed ham
DIRECTIONS:
Combine water and potatoes; bring to a boil and cook for 10-
12 minutes or until potatoes are tender; drain. In separate
saucepan, saut carrots, celery, onion, salt, pepper and onion
until tender. Add to drained potatoes.
In small saucepan, make the white
sauce by melting the butter. Add
flour, salt and pepper and stir
until smooth, about one
minute. Slowly add 2
cups of the milk; cook
until thickened. Add
grated cheese to white
sauce; stir until melt-
ed.
Add white sauce
and ham to potatoes
and vegetables. Heat
through and add more
milk until desired con-
sistency.
YIELD: 6 servings.
Ham and Cheddar Chowder
DIRECTIONS:
Saut onion in butter until tender. Add carrots, potatoes,
cabbage, broth and salt. Simmer until tender, about 20 min-
utes.
In another kettle, melt butter. Stir in flour, paprika and pep-
per. Remove from heat and stir in a little of the milk until mix-
ture is smooth. Add remainder of the milk and heat until thick-
ened. Mix in with the vegetables and add ham, if desired.
YIELD: 8 servings.
INGREDIENTS:
3 Tbsp. olive oil
2 cloves garlic
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped carrots
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped zucchini
1 tsp. basil leaves
1 tsp. oregano leaves
1/4 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. black pepper
1 15 oz. can tomato sauce
1 14 oz. can stewed tomatoes, undrained
6 cups chicken broth
1 15-1/4 oz. can kidney beans,
drained
1 cup shredded spinach
1 cup pasta
OPTIONS: grated parmesan
cheese, chopped ham
DIRECTIONS:
Saut chopped garlic in olive oil
for two minutes. Add onions, car-
rots and celery; stir until tender
(about eight minutes). Add to large
dutch oven or soup kettle and add zucchini, basil, oregano,
salt, pepper, tomato sauce, stewed tomatoes (broken up),
chicken broth, kidney beans and ham, if desired. Cover and
simmer for 30 minutes. Add spinach and pasta*; cover and
simmer 12 minutes or until pasta is tender.
Ladle into bowls. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese, if
desired.
YIELD: 8 servings.
*Cooking pasta in the soup tends to make any leftovers
starchy. Cooking the pasta separately and adding at the end of
the cooking time prevents this.
SOUPS &STEWS
INGREDIENTS:
2 Tbsp. butter
1 cup sliced carrots
1 small head of cabbage,
cut up
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 cup butter
1/4 tsp. paprika
3 cups milk
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup diced potatoes
1/4 cup flour
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 cup cheddar cheese
OPTIONS: chopped ham
Ham and Cabbage Soup
Minestrone Soup
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INGREDIENTS:
2 lbs. stew meat
2 med. onions, cut into bite-sized pieces
3 stalks celery, cut into chunks
4 (or more) med. carrots, cut into chunks
1 large can of tomatoes, cut up (28 oz., approximately)
1/3 cup quick cooking tapioca
1 Tbsp. sugar
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. dried basil
2 med. red potatoes, cut into bite-sized pieces
DIRECTIONS:
Combine everything but
potatoes and put in two-quar-
ter casserole dish. Cover with
aluminum foil.
In 300-degree oven, bake
for 2-1/2 hours, stirring occa-
sionally. Add potatoes and
cook another hour, or until
potatoes are tender.
Slow Oven Beef Stew
Pepperoni Pizza Chili
INGREDIENTS:
1 lb. ground beef
1 16 oz. can kidney beans,
rinsed and drained
1 15 oz. can pizza sauce
1 14 1/2 oz. can Italian
stewed tomatoes
1 8 oz. can tomato
sauce
1-1/2 cups water
1 3-1/2 oz. package
sliced pepperoni
1/2 cup chopped
green pepper
1 tsp. pizza seasoning or
Italian seasoning
1 tsp. salt
OPTIONS: shredded
mozzarella cheese
DIRECTIONS:
In a large saucepan, cook beef over medium heat until no longer
pink; drain. Stir in beans, pizza sauce, tomatoes, tomato sauce,
water, pepperoni, green pepper, pizza seasoning and salt. Bring to
a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes or until
chili reaches desired thickness. Garnish with cheese, if desired.
YIELD: 8 servings.
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COOKIE INGREDIENTS:
1 cup softened margarine
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
1/4 cup milk
3 cups flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. vanilla extract
Craft sticks (resemble popsicle
sticks, found at local craft store)
Colored sugar
Heart-shaped cookie cutters
FROSTING INGREDIENTS:
1/2 cup melted margarine
1 tsp. vanilla extract
4 cups confectioners (powdered) sugar
2-4 Tbsp. milk
Red food coloring
W
hether youre planning a party, packing a Valentines
Day lunch or just want to let someone know you
appreciate them, these LOVEly cookie pops are a tasty
way to get your message across. And with this melt-in-your-
mouth homemade recipe, theyll know you care.
LOVE-ly
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By Deb Roell
Using the frosting recipe above, frost about one third of the
cookies white. Set approximately 2 Tbsp. of white frosting aside
for use later.
Add 1 drop of red food coloring to the remaining frosting to create
a light pink. Mix well, and frost another third of the cookies.
Add another drop of red food coloring to create a darker pink/red.
Mix well, and frost the remaining third of the cookies.
Spoon leftover white and red
frosting into two small Ziploc
bags. Using a scissors, cut the
corner off of each bag to
create a very small hole, and
use to pipe words or designs
onto each heart. Some frosted
hearts may be sprinkled with
pink or red sugar.
After frosting is completely set
on cookies, craft sticks can be
inserted. Do not insert more
than halfway through
the cookie.
DIRECTIONS:
Cream together margarine and sugar.
Add eggs and milk and beat well.
Add remaining ingredients and mix well.
Refrigerate for a minimum of 3 hours.
Roll dough on floured board until approximately
1/4 thick.
Flour cookie cutters and cut shapes from dough.
Place on cookie sheet.
Bake at 350 degrees for approximately 8 minutes.
Remove from cookie sheet and allow cookies to
cool completely.
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Shine surfaces
Spray any glass surface with diluted vodka and wipe dry
with a lint-free cloth to eliminate streaks or smears. On
chrome surfaces, remove hard water spots and soap scum
by soaking a cloth in diluted vodka and wiping the surface.
Remove stains
Dip a clean cloth in vodka and scrub away trouble-
some stains such as ink, grass and most foods.
Freshen fabrics
Lightly dust musty smelling clothes, curtains, upholstery,
etc. with a cloth soaked in vodka to remove odors.
Remove rust
Leave small rusted objects, such as screws, in a
container of vodka for a few hours, and simply
wipe rust away.
Lengthen bouquet life
Combine a few drops of vodka with a teaspoon of
sugar and add to a vase of water to delay wilting.
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Combine 1 ounce of vodka, a few
drops of liquid dish soap and 2 cups of
water in a spray bottle and spray
weeds on a sunny day to dry them out.
Remove mold & mildew
Spray the caulking around bathtubs or showers
with vodka and let sit for 10 minutes. Scrub
with an old toothbrush and rinse thoroughly.
Beautify
Using a cotton ball, apply vodka to your
face as an astringent to cleanse skin and
tighten pores, or add 2 tablespoons of
vodka to a 12-ounce bottle of shampoo to
clean and remove toxins from the scalp and
stimulate hair growth.
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Remove foot odor
Spritz diluted vodka in smelly shoes or
boots and let dry.
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Relieve achy muscles
In a sealable bag, combine equal
parts of water and vodka and freeze
until slushy. Place on aching muscles.
Remove soap scum by
wiping the surface with
diluted vodka!
Versatile stripes
While we used these in a girls room, they work great for
any room of the house. Just use subtler colors if you pre-
fer the desired effect of a more grown-up space.
1
Measure off where you prefer each colored stripe
begins and ends. Mark with short pencil ticks.
2
In line with your penciled-in markings, run painters
tape around the room in one long strip, handing it off
to the next person, and so on. This is surprisingly simple
with a couple people and a stool to stand on.
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Fill in the untaped areas with paint! Kids love the
pride of helping with this part, and its as easy as
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While you can purchase decals for your polka dots,
our choice was to make custom ones.
1
Gather small round covers from cookware and
storage containers.
2
Trace around them with a pencil onto your wall
in whatever pattern you wish.
3
Use stiff, clean-edged brushes and inexpensive
craft paint or leftover wall paint in your choice
of colors to fill in the dots!
Accessorize
Every kids room needs
a corkboard or two.
1
Choose a standard
corkboard.
2
Paint it with leftover
wall paint.
3
Hook wide ribbon
through the boards
hooks that were meant
for the nails. Instead,
add your nail a foot or
so higher where it will
be covered with the
decorative ribbon.
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By Nichole Roell
If the idea of refinishing furniture sounds fun but intimidating, fear
not! With a few tips and tricks from a fellow amateur, youll have a
new piece you can be proud of in no time.
Search the local classifieds and for-sale-by-owner websites for low-
priced or free pieces that would be worthy of refinishing. Look for
solid wood construction as opposed to particle board for the best
result.
Check the mismatched paint section of your local hardware store for
reduced-price paint, or visit Pope Douglas Solid Wastes reuse room
for the chance to find paint, primer, thinner and more, absolutely
free. *Note: Be sure to read the labels on your paint and primer
cans to make sure the bases are OK to use together. Sometimes oil
and water just dont mix.
Dont skip this step! Sand your piece thoroughly to remove imper-
fections and get the surface ready for painting. Youll be disappoint-
ed if all your hard work flakes off in a week or two. Once its sand-
ed, prime the surface and sand again.
Thin down your paint and apply multiple coats. While it requires
more work, youll get more even coverage and fewer pesky paint
drips.
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Add the details, and enjoy!
Inexpensive, decorative wooden
appliques can be purchased just about
anywhere that sells lumber and can add a lot of
personality to your piece.
Hardware can make a huge difference in the
overall feel of the piece. If you dont like the
handles or knobs, change them!
If you want a rustic look, use a stiff dry brush
and add a touch of black or dark brown paint to
the edges, or use a dark primer and sand away
some of the paint.
Want a truly unique look? Decoupage. Try lace,
old family photos, fabric or a vintage map.
Outgrown your
jewelry box?
Velvet lined boxes are stackable, versatile
Convert your top dresser drawer into a little bit of heaven.
Fill a shallow drawer with stackable velvet or felt-lined boxes.
We fit 10 boxes filled with jewels into one shallow drawer.
Opening this drawer helps you feel like a princess every day.
Frame your earrings
We took an old frame, painted it and stained it, and
secured a piece of screen from a local hardware store
to the back. Ta-da! The perfect place to secure a
giant collection of hook-backed earrings.
Todays costume jewelry is bold
and chunky. The jewelry boxes of
yesterday just dont cut it anymore.
We believe todays chicz deserve
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bracelet, unhook
that necklace and
remove your rings.
But where do you
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treats once, but now
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Pin Away!
Pinterest is a website where you can create and share
ideas from a wide range of subjects:
Wedding or party planning. Set up a board for
your upcoming wedding or event, and when you find
ideas you like from other pinners or out on the web,
you can keep them in one place to reference later.
Gift ideas. Pinterest is full of DIY divas who
have tons of great ideas for homemade gifts. Collect
some of your favorites, and start creating!
Style & fashion. Want new hairstyle ideas?
Amazing makeup tutorials? Fashion combos? Beauty
tips and clothing creations abound on Pinterest.
Articles. If you are constantly trying to remem-
ber where you saw a certain article relevant to your
job or something you were researching, create a
board on Pinterest to collect bits of information youll
need later.
H
ave you ever searched the Internet and found
the perfect idea or recipe, only to look for it
later and come up empty? Enter Pinterest. A
virtual pinboard, Pinterest is a place where you can
find, organize and share all those ideas you find while
surfing the web and keep them right at your fingertips.
Instead of file folders full of clipped articles and
photos cluttering your home, you can keep everything
online.
You can use Pinterest to create your own pinboards
for recipes, decorating or even just for saving beauti-
ful photos you come across for that time when you
want to look at them again.
Youre also able to browse the pinboards of other
members, getting ideas, tips and inspiration.
And the best part of Pinterest is that its easy to use
and its free!
Once you create an account, simply by using your
e-mail and a password, or by using Facebook or
Twitter, the world is at your fingertips. Youre then able
to set up boards for anything you wish recipes,
home decorating, do-it-yourself ideas, weddings,
fashion or party planning whatever your interests.
You can take ideas from Pinterest and repin them
to your own personal boards, or you can use the book-
marklet that Pinterest provides for your browser Pin
It to pin ideas from around the web.
Youre able to add your own descriptions or com-
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bering why you pinned the idea in the first place.
If you want to test the waters without committing,
you can use Pinterest online and browse through the
unlimited ideas waiting there. You wont be able to
create boards and pin without joining, but you can
find out if Pinterest is for you.
With recipes, DIY projects, jokes, quotes, decorat-
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Pinterest are endless. And with millions of pins added
every week, youll find lots to love on a virtual pin-
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By Kelsey Langager
Are you tired of looking in your
closet and seeing the boxes of
photos shoved on your top shelf?
Are you frustrated trying to find
the photos of your last family
vacation on your computer?
Here are a few helpful tips
for organizing your print and
digital photos so they can be
enjoyed by one and all.
Digital
Delete all of your unwanted photos.
Use descriptive folder and file names for easy
recall in the future. Example:
ItascaStatePark_2012.jpg instead of
Vacation_2012.jpg.
Back up photos on an external hard drive so
they are safe if your computer crashes.
Print
Gather all your photos in one place and sort
them into three piles: keep, toss and give away.
Put the photos you are going to keep in
chronological order, starting with the most
recent. Starting with photos that are fresh in your
memory will help the task seem less overwhelm-
ing.
Use index cards to divide them by years.
Store photos in acid free storage boxes to
avoid damage.
If you find yourself overwhelmed by the num-
ber of photos you have to sort through, pick a
theme or series of pictures that seem attainable.
For example, a family vacation, baby pictures,
whatever inspires you to finish the task.
Now that the hard part is done, have fun plac-
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forms to choose from 1040EZ, 1040A and 1040
its easy to get confused. Not only are the forms difficult
to plow through and understand, but you have to determine
which one to use.
Here are a few simple guidelines to help you determine
which form is the one for you.
Use the 1040EZ, the simple form, if:
Your total income is less than $100,000.
Your filing status is single or married filing jointly.
You (and spouse if filing jointly) are younger than 65.
Your income interest is less than $1,500.
Youre not claiming tax credits other than earned
income credit.
Use the 1040A, the short form, if:
Your total income is less than $100,000.
You have income from wages, dividends, salaries, tips,
interest, capital gain distributions, Social Security, etc.
Only adjustments you claim are student loan interest,
early withdrawal penalties, IRA deduction, educator
expenses, etc.
The only tax credits you claim are child and dependent
care, education credits, retirement savings, earned
income credit, etc.
You do not itemize deductions.
When in doubt, use form 1040, the long form, because any
taxpayer can use it. However, you must file 1040 if:
Your total income is more than $100,000.
You have self-employment income.
You itemize deductions.
You receive income from a farm, trust, partnership,
S-corporation, rental or business.
You claim adjustments for tuition and fees, moving
expenses, educator expenses or health savings
accounts.
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Organize your records, receipts and documents year-
round to make for minimal work during tax season.
Keep tax records seven years from the filing date.
If you make charitable donations, verify whether you
are contributing to qualified organizations. Double-
check the rules on donated items, such as clothing,
household items, cars or boats. Keep records of all
donations made.
For quicker refunds and more accuracy, file your taxes
online or seek the help of a professional.
By Peter Pfeffer
I
roll into Starbucks, pick up a venti Americano and
after a short internal discussion about carbs, give in
and grab a blueberry scone as well. I whip out my card
to swipe and pay but nothing happens. I try again and
nothing. The smiling baristas look sheepish and say,
Guess its on us! I reply, Really? They keep smiling, Yep,
computer issues, our problem not yours. Have a great day! I
smile and say, That really makes my day, thank you.
So for $7.38 my day is better. Im either a cheap date or
that little act of customer service had value. These two savvy
cats realized that a series of $2, $3 or $7 losses during a 20
minute computer glitch were actually a priceless marketing
campaign. I dont think loyalty is for sale, but they made a
down payment on mine that morning.
The whole exchange brings up the idea of money behaviors
and the scripts that drive them. Why did a measly $7.38
make my day? There are predictable thought patterns and
behaviors that surround money. Those with money have a
systematic pattern as do those with not enough money. The
pattern can be identified and changed for the better. In Wired
For Wealth, Brad Klontz, Psy.D; Ted Klontz, Ph.D; and Rick
Kahler, CFP; identified 10 disempowering money scripts that
contribute to self-limiting and destructive behaviors in people
with financial stress.
More money will make things better.
Money is bad.
I dont deserve money.
I deserve to spend money.
There will never be enough money.
There will always be enough money.
Money is unimportant.
Money will give my life meaning.
Its not nice (or necessary) to talk about money.
If you are good the universe will supply all your needs.
I thought I was wired up tight in my thought process about
money and many other things. Apparently I was still running
an errant script or two. This was evidenced by my joy at a free
scone and coffee that I normally wouldnt cross the street to
get.
Thats the beauty of our adaptable, coachable, ever-chang-
ing human brain. What we think about and what we repeat
with regularity is what we become.
Do you like what youve got and what youre getting? Then
keep up your present patterns and habits. Not so pleased
with your situation? Then careful scrutiny of your choices and
patterns will give clues on what may need to change.
$7.38 wont make me or break me in the grand scheme,
but it provided a little joy, a little fuel for self-reflection and
discussion.
Peter Pfeffer is a doctor of chiropractic with HealthSource
Chiropractic and Progressive Rehab in Alexandria.
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The interesting thought patterns that surround money
Cabin fever driving your kids (or you) crazy? While winter
doesnt always allow a lot of opportunities for young children
to play outdoors, it can be a time of great discovery with a lit-
tle help from Mom, Grandma or a favorite aunt.
Paint without the mess
Finger paint is a great activity for little Picassos but can prove
messy, especially for those younger than age 3. To provide
the fun without the mess, put a small amount of finger paint
in a gallon size freezer bag (stronger than storage bags), and
tape the top and bottom edges to a table. No mess, no slip-
ping, and your kids will have fun painting designs in the
bag! Or, tape the bag to a patio door or window and let them
design their own stained glass.
Have a ball (of clay)
Homemade clay is inexpensive and can provide
hours of entertainment. Use the recipe to the right
to whip up some non-toxic clay, collect some
add-ons (nuts and bolts, wiggly eyes, beads,
sequins, pipe cleaners, feathers, etc.) and let their
imaginations run wild. Allow creations to dry on a
wax-paper lined cookie sheet for a few days.
Want colored clay? Add a few drops of food color-
ing or natural dyes like beet juice or cocoa pow-
der.
Have a picnic
Spread out a blanket and pick out
some of your kids favorite sum-
mertime foods Hot dogs, fried
chicken, burgers, chips and
dip, cupcakes, whatever they
love. Turn up the heat, let
them wear summer clothes and
pretend its a nice summer day.
Want to take it a step further?
Bring in a plastic play pool and
set it on an uncarpeted floor. Fill
with warm water and let little ones
splash around in something other
than the bath tub!
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cornstarch with 1/4 c water and stir well. When the salt water boils, remove
from heat and add the cornstarch mixture. Stir well to thicken and set on a
sheet of wax-paper to cool before playtime.
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Vehicle accidents are the leading cause of death among
teens ages 15-19. According to experts, parents play a key
role in preventing such tragedies. Here are things you can
do to try to keep your child and others safe on the roads.
Be a good role model. Your children are watching you
from infancy on. Model good driving habits every time you
drive. Drive cautiously, dont speed, dont tailgate, dont
drive distractedly and ALWAYS wear your seat belt.
Dont skimp on education. A Minnesota teen can
begin drivers ed. at 15. Dont sign up until they are mature
enough to handle it. Once they have a learners permit, they
need six hours of behind-the-wheel training with an instruc-
tor and at least 30 hours driving with a licensed adult. Keep
track and make sure to meet or exceed that. If they struggle
or are uncomfortable with certain areas, have them practice
these. Its easy to leave the teaching to the instructor and
get too busy to make sure your child gets quality drive time.
Remind yourself of the statistics and make time.
Set and enforce rules. Once a child passes the license
test, the parents most important work begins. Set rules
about when they can drive, where they can go, who is
allowed to ride with them. Set clear consequences for
breaking rules or driving laws and follow through. It could
be the key to ensuring your child isnt a statistic.
Talk openly. Assure them your rules arent because you
dont trust them. Scientists found that areas of the brain
involved in making judgments/decisions are not fully devel-
oped until age 25. Simply put, teens are not capable of
making the same judgments/decisions as adults. Explaining
this can help them understand they are at higher risk and
may bring them on-board with your precautionary attitude.
Promote a healthy lifestyle. Lack of sleep, poor
nutrition, overloaded schedules and stress are contributing
factors to accidents. If your child had a strenuous week or
hasnt been getting adequate sleep, give them a ride until
things settle down. The inconvenience is a small price to
pay to keep your child safe.
The Douglas County Safe Communities Coalition sponsors
a Teen-Parent Distracted Driving Event in Alexandria. Its
required that a parent attend with their teen, who can be a
pre-driver, new driver or teen who has been driving. The
goal is to make teens and parents aware of the dangers
associated with driving, and pledge to be safer drivers. For
information, visit www.dcsafecommunities.com or call
Crystal Hoepner, program coordinator, at (320) 762-3054.
Make a pledge.
MN Teen Crash Facts 2011 (ages 15-19)
39 died in auto accidents
3,921 were injured in auto accidents
Teens are involved in 15 percent of all auto fatalities
Top crash contributors: inattention, failure to yield, speeding
Most dangerous month was July
Most dangerous time was 3 to 6 p.m.
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A
wintry weekend in the dark on a glacial Minnesota
pond sets the perfect stage for Alexandrian Jackie
Reeds favorite pastime.
Reed peers into the deep reflective pool of Lake LHomme
Dieu with predatory intensity until the precise moment when
she strikes fear or a spear actually into her prey. Reed is
a spear-fisherwoman.
She picked up her first spearing rod as a child. As an adult,
Reed enjoys fishing with her husband, Jeff, and plans to
teach their new granddaughter, Rylee, in coming years.
When Reed isnt relaxing in a dark house around her favorite
fishing hole, she is an associate broker at Glenwood State
Bank.
How many other women do you know who spearfish?
Only three: my mother, Mayme Rajdl, my sister, Sonya
Anderson, and Eleanor Jahnke from Carlos, who spears on
the Long Prairie River.
When did you start spearing?
I began spearing as a child when my dad and mom went.
Do you think spearing has gained popularity since you
began?
I personally think the popularity of it has declined over the
years. When you spear, you are able to spear northern pike.
A lot of people say, Oh, yuck, northern, those slimers. I
wouldnt touch one of those with a 10-foot pole.
Do you find spearing more difficult or rewarding than tra-
ditional ice-fishing?
I prefer spearing over angling, because the spear hole is
like watching an aquarium. Even though you may not see a
northern, there may be other species of fish you get to watch.
Sometimes, you see the same fish on different days from
characteristics on that particular fish.
Do you spear in the summer as well?
Personally, I do not spear in the summer. I do know that
some of the younger generation has recently caught on to
carping. A bow and arrow attached to a string is used to
arrow the carp and retrieve them. I have been along with my
nephew once. That is also exciting.
What is great about living in Douglas County?
We are extremely blessed to live in a county of so many
lakes. If the fish cant find you on one lake, you can always
change lakes. Maybe they will find you on a different lake.
People would be shocked to learn that:
I locked my husband, Jeff, out of the fish house one time
because I was missing the fish and he was getting them. I
just plain locked him out and told him he wasnt coming back
in until I got caught up! I let him hang out there for a couple
minutes, then let him back in.
What are your other passions, hobbies or interests?
Deer hunting time is sacred to me! I love it because it is
just like spearing. You wait and wait and wait, sometimes!
Then, in the blink of an eye, the deer or fish is there.
I like to go 4-wheeling, camping in old cabins, everything
rustic and just plain enjoying nature especially early morn-
ings. I also like to show a lot of the younger kids how to spear
or teach them what I know about taking care of the meat you
may harvest.
I prefer spearing over angling, because
the spear hole is like watching an aquarium.
Jackie Reed
SPEARFISHER
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The role of a woman has morphed through the decades.
What can Generation Z learn from your generation?
Everyone has a story of what they did, how they did it, or
what they wouldnt do again. I hope the Generation Zers lis-
ten to their mothers, fathers and grandparents stories of
how they used to do things: raise produce in the garden,
raise their own meat, beef, hogs, chickens or whatever the
case may be.
I know now, as I get older, I did not pay very close atten-
tion to a lot of things when I was younger. I blew them off
and thought, What do I need to know this for?
I am blessed to still have the luxury of having my mother
to ask questions about how she did stuff. She is still alive to
tell me how to do things differently, to make things better.
I am lucky. I have a lot of younger, little guys that like to
go spearing with me. I will never refuse them, because I tell
them: I will take you spearing now, but someday, you will
take me spearing!
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To get a taste of spearing, Reed recommends the Rudy Zwieg
fish decoy show. The ninth annual show will be held March
16 at the Runestone Community Center in Alexandria.
Chances are that by the time
anyone reads this I will have
already dived head first into the
most important job I will ever take
on.
My wife and I were expecting to
become first-time parents at any
time during the past few weeks. A
due date of December 27 meant
we have been putting the finishing
touches on preparing the house for
the arrival of a baby girl.
Stacks of baby clothes are ready in the closet. Tiny dia-
pers are on the shelf. The crib is assembled and all the nec-
essary materials are in their place. Now we wait, which is a
much more agonizing process for Mali.
Its impossible for the delivery
not to consume her mind. We
both went to eight hours of classes
offered at the Douglas County
Hospital in October. The message
was pretty clear women get through
this every day, but its really hard. My job is
to do everything I can to make it just a little bit easier on
her.
My ability to do that will depend entirely on whether or
not I am able to remain in an upright position. I tend to
have a fainting issue in hospitals. Cut your hand off and Ill
help you to the ER. Just dont make me visit you once you
get inside.
This is a bit of a roadblock in what should be an other-
wise easy job for me. Im ready to be the best darn support
person ever if I can keep from hitting the deck. All my com-
forting lines are ready to go: Youre almost there.
Breathe, youre doing great. Stop yelling at me! Its the
doctor who is making you push.
The nurse who taught our
delivery class in October said she
has never had a dad pass out
during a delivery. If that holds
true, Mali has a boatload of
encouragement coming her way.
Then the fun can finally begin
once the delivery is complete.
The thought of becoming a first-
time father excites me more than
it worries me. I know there are
plenty of challenges and responsibilities coming our way,
but were as ready as well ever be.
More than anything, I hope we are able to help her grow
up to become a good person. Thats the challenge of any
parent. Children are like tiny sponges waiting to absorb
their surroundings. I hope we can guide her on what it
means to be a good friend and a positive person to those
around her.
So ready or not, here we go. Its time to dive in head first
on a journey that I cant wait to embark on.
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Start a poetry journal. Start with simple topics such as
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Paint your nails. Paint them a light blue or white and
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Brandon: Rules, schmules! Ill
admit, its not really that bad, but
it sure is fun to joke with my wife.
The shower curtain rule is based
on simple scientific fact related to
volume. You see, I leave the
shower curtain open so the steam
from the hot shower evacuates
quicker than if the curtain was closed. See my point, guys?
Mr. Wizard would be proud.
Amy: Its not often my husband rolls his eyes, but when I
say, New rule, he rolls em and lets out a sigh. Its some-
thing Ive been doing the last few years its my way of
communicating clearly. When I say, New rule, my hus-
band knows I mean business.
Brandon: I so cherish the moments when I can create a
New rule for her. I know there are several for Amy too but
I just cant remember them when the pressure is on. Do
you think she has a list? Ah I remember one. New rule:
Turn off the lights when you leave a room. Amy is notorious
for breaking this one. I find myself flippin switches off all
the time. Now she calls me Johnny Kilowatt.
Amy: New rule: All of your stuff goes in the mansket on
the kitchen table. Its the best rule ever. I created a place for
all of his stuff screws, random receipts and business
cards, coins and stocking caps to be placed in one spot,
instead of scattered all over the kitchen table. Its fondly
referred to as the man basket he calls it the mansket.
Amy: New rule: I decided we needed to eat less red meat
so I proposed meat-free Mondays. He looked at me and
said, Honey, Im a man. I eat meat. OK, so much for that
rule.
Brandon: To quote Paul Harvey, And now, the rest of the
story. She tried to convince me to eat a TOFU BURGER!
Nuff said.
Amy: I never thought Id have to actually make a rule for
this, but heres the latest new rule: No putting the cat on
the dog. In an attempt at humor, my husband tried to put
the cat on the dogs back to ride around the living room.
Apparently some things need to be spelled out.
Brandon: I saw this on TV and couldnt resist. I got busted
before things could really be tried. Do these rules apply
when shes not home? Maybe Ill risk it and give the cat
and dog experiment a try some time. Either I or our insur-
ance agent will let you know how this went.
Amy: He enjoys poking fun at me for making rules and
often references the fact that Im slowly chipping away at
his manhood. However, every once in a while he gets to
make a new rule. For example, my husband is particular
about how the dishwasher is loaded. I mean
really particular. The plates must be
perpendicular to the right angle of
the cutting board, which is pro-
portionate to the triangular tra-
jectory of the coffee mug on
the rack above. Seriously,
its weird. So, I have to fol-
low rules for loading the
dishwasher but as any
good wife knows, it sure
is fun to mess with your
husband once in a
while. I delight in
putting a dish out
of place in the
dishwasher. Its my
version of putting
the cat on the dog.
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(me) doesnt have to struggle to pull the curtain apart at 6 a.m.
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Know the name of your antivirus product and know the
company it came from. If you see an antivirus window or
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Horoscope January 2013
CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20
Sometimes it takes more time and money than its worth to follow
through with something that originally seemed like a good idea.
Dont think of it as giving up but redirecting.
AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18
It may take a little more time to work through the long to-do list, but
that will make the satisfaction of getting the job done that much
more worth it, Aquarius.
PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20
Words can be interpreted in many different ways, Pisces. Choose
what you say wisely so you dont give anyone the wrong impression.
ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20
Aries, there are some things that need to be accomplished this
month despite the your reservations. Find a way to make the best of
the situation.
TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21
Taurus, enjoy an active week ahead that includes a very busy social
schedule. Instead of trying to swim against the tide, let it take you
along.
GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21
Take care of things on your own this month, Gemini. Others around
you will be just as busy, so put your head down and get started on
the many tasks at hand.
CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22
Sarcasm is not the right approach this month, Cancer. Focus on
being amiable to all of the people you interact with the next few
weeks and reap the rewards.
LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23
Secrets have a funny way of catching up with you, Leo. Although it
can be hard to be honest, upcoming situations will work out much
more easily if you are.
VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22
You have no reason to question your confidence this month, Virgo.
Give yourself a pep talk to make it through a sticky situation, and
things will turn out alright.
LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23
You are coasting on a high of good fortune, Libra. Dont worry, it isnt
going to slow down anytime soon. Enjoy all of the opportunities that
come your way.
SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22
It takes more than just good ideas to find success, Scorpio. There is
also a lot of follow-through and legwork that goes into every sce-
nario. Start working through the particulars.
SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21
You wont be able to rest until you solve a problem that has been
bugging you, Sagittarius. But the solution wont immediately present
itself.
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sun
2. Arm bones
3. Placed on a dis-
play stand
4. Repeat a poem
aloud
5. Eyelid gland
infections
6. Lubes
7. A contagious
viral disease
8. Stormy &
unpeaceful
9. Devastated &
ruined
10. Put in advance
11. Paters partner
13. Exploiters
16. Meeting sched-
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21. Intensely dis-
likes
23. Tim
McGraw was
her 1st hit
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ment
29. Atomic #18
30. Microgadus
fishes
31. Blue jack
salmon
32. Of I
33. Feet first som-
ersault dives
35. Tool to remove
bone from the
skull
36. Glides high
37. Tower signal
light
38. Small recess off
a larger room
39. Water chestnut
genus
40. City on the
River Aire
41. Its capital is
Sanaa
43. Lost blood
45. A citizen of
Denmark
48. River in NE
Scotland
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5. Not hard
9. Revolutions per
minute
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Licensed Aircraft
Engineers
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service
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right
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development
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Gordon
24. Showing keen
interest
25. Doyens
26. Remain as is
27. 36 inches
(abbr.)
28. Told on
31. Making a sus-
tained din
33. Poked from
behind
34. 24th state
35. Himalayan goat
36. Diver breathing
gear
39. Groups of three
40. Not tightly
42. Regenerate
43. Strung necklace
part
44. Breezed
through
46. Imitate
47. Do-nothings
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Unconsciousnes
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52. Used for baking
or drying
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To Be Sung Underwater is a story of first love, forgotten
dreams and yearning for what might have been.
Judith has a seemingly happy and successful life in
California, a life she carefully planned and thought she
wanted. She has a fine career in film editing, a comfort-
able home with a loving husband and a
teenage daughter she is proud of, but
as in many lives, there are secrets from
her past she has kept from her family.
She begins to feel a longing for that
past and is tempted to go back to her
girlhood home in Nebraska and find out
if that first love can be recaptured.
Early in the book, Judith has a scrap
of paper with a phone number on it
that may belong to Willy Blunt, a car-
penter she fell in love with and who
believed that she meant it when she
said she loved him. The problem was that Willy didnt fit
in with her educational and career plans and when she
left Nebraska, she never looked back. If she calls him
now, more than 20 years later, what would he say?
McNeal has created a great
plot and vivid characters who,
though flawed, are well drawn
and sympathetic to the reader.
The contemporary California
life and the earlier, simpler life
in small town Nebraska are
so well described that it is
easy to put yourself into the
story and wonder, What
would I have done?
The Cleveland Plain-
Dealer describes the
book as: Beautifully writ-
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uniting the literary, charac-
ter-driven novel with what
eventually becomes quite a
page-turner.
Several of us at Cherry Street Books read this novel and
liked it very much. Its one of those books that will
linger in your mind for some time. Words from the pub-
lisher sum it up well: To Be Sung Underwater is the epic
love story of a woman trying to remember, and the man
who could not even begin to forget.
Kathleen Pohlig is owner of Cherry Street Books in Alexandria.
The Notebook
by Nicholas Sparks
about a woman who
suffers from dementia and the
devotion and tenderness that
was shown to her by her hus-
band as he reflects back on
their love story.
I am not much of a love
story reader; however, this
one touched me.
[Sparks] is a master of
modern love stories.
I would certainly recom-
mend this book, as I think it
is an unforgettable story of
love in all its countless ways -
first love, love
between par-
ents, etc. I
think it demon-
strates the
many ways
that love can
break our
hearts and heal
them.
Kathy Franson of Alexandria is
a retired preschool educator who
keeps busy volunteering.
By Kathleen Pohlig
Kathy Franson
To Be Sung Underwater
a Novel by Tom McNeal
Reached
by Ally Condie
the final book in the Matched
trilogy about a dystopian society. A
young couple falls in
love against the rules
and dares to defy the
society to pursue
their dreams and
create a kind of
world that they hope
to live in some day.
With the power of lit-
erature inspiring
them, Reached is a heartwarming
story of love, courage and choice.
The trilogy hooked me from the
start. Its a story of how words can
move you as well as how people
can be your strength. It also shows
you how strong you yourself can be
when you put your mind to it.
It is written quite well, and it gets
you thinking about things in our
society. It also makes you appreci-
ate the opportunities we are given
much more.
Kirsten Lusty of Alexandria is an
English literature major at Concordia
College in Moorhead.
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Outlander
by Diana Gabaldon
...an engaging time travel story
of a modern day nurse named
Claire Randall who time travels to
1743 Scotland. Scotland is a land
torn by war and raiding border
clans. Claire is thrown into this
medieval world with fighting and
barbaric living conditions only to
find an alliance with Scottish war-
rior Jamie Fraser. An interesting
love triangle ensues
with the fact that
she is a 20th cen-
tury woman.
Its a well written
story that captures
you immediately
and draws you into
the characters. The
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