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Above the LakeA S O C I A L P U B L I C AT I O N F O R T H E R E S I D E N T S O F G R E AT E R I S S A Q U A H , L A K E M O N T A N D W E S T L A K E S A M M A M I S H • D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 4
Meet the Chambers Family! Photography by: Mary Vance of AdVance Photography
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I am pleased to introduce Diane Meehl to the Above the Lake team. Diane has joined as Editor and will play a very active role in connecting with residents, chari-ties, schools, and organizations that make up the greater Issaquah and Lakemont community. Please welcome Diane to Above the Lake!
In this issue we celebrate giving. For many, the end of the year means the holidays. And, for others it is an annual time to look back and reflect on the year coming to an end. Whatever your motivation, the end of the year is also a time to think about others. Learn about the local charities helping to improve the lives of others in our community. Read about the students in the Athletes for Kids program who are building the esteem and confidence of those with special needs. And meet the Chambers family. Giving and serving are important words in their vocabulary. These and other articles make up this month’s issue of Above the Lake.
Want to get involved in your community magazine? Reach out! We’re always look-ing for residents to get involved in community building and contributing to the publication. Reach out—we would love to meet you!
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A WORD FROM THE EDITOR
Funny story. Our family moved to Sam-mamish last December, just in time to catch rampant Seahawks fever! After getting our kids settled, it was time for this longtime freelance writer and sea-soned mama of 3 to find new opportuni-ties. During a neighborhood lunch, I was fortuitously seated next to Reisha Bolton, the editor at our sister publica-tion, Plateau Living, and we hit it off. I had worked with N2 Publishing in my previous hometown in Phoenix, Arizona, and next thing I knew, Anne, Reisha and I were whipping up ideas for the newly minted, Above the Lake. I feel blessed to have landed in such a lovely region, full of generosity and warmth – despite the seasonal gloom. I look forward to sharing your stories. In this issue, it was especially joyful to point our readers in the direction of sharing time, talent and treasure with those in need this holiday season – and beyond!
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FamilyspotlightTROY AND JEN CHAMBERS: FAMILY, FAITH, AND FEEDING THE “GOOD DOG” Written by Diane Meehl
As Jen Chambers opens the door to greet us, she’s not the first one we
meet. Wilson, the friendly pup next door, scampers up the steps and barks his hello. “That’s how it is in this neighborhood,” she says. She nods toward the end of the Chambers’ sleepy Lakemont cul-de-sac. Neighbors are chatting, drinks in hand, while kids zoom on bikes. “We all run in and out of each other’s houses. We love it!”
A walk through the Chambers’ casu-ally chic home serves double duty as an introduction to Jen’s passion and voca-tion – painting. “I stared my career with a degree in Psychology, but while work-
ing in an addictions treatment center, I began to become depressed and realized I had trouble separating my work from life at home.” So she embraced another calling, interior design. Once the kids came along, Jen picked up a brush and began to paint sublime, textured hues and tranquil patterns, each one inspired by her love of the Pacific Northwest’s natural beauty. The sizeable canvases warm the walls graciously.
Flicking through a few pieces stacked in her studio, Jen says most of her work is commissioned, for now. “I don’t have enough time at this point to accumulate a backlog for a gallery or showing, so I typi-
cally go into people’s homes and create custom pieces.” Chosen as a featured artist to contribute her work to the Built For Hope Auction, to benefit Seattle Chil-dren’s Hospital’s Uncompensated Care Program, Jen’s excitement was palatable.
The kids have their own space to create there, too. Six-year-old Colby seems to have especially inherited his mom’s artis-tic tendencies. “He wants to be a golfer, an artist, and a fashion designer when he grows up,” laughs Jen.
Even his passion for shoes and suspend-ers suggests an artist’s sensibilities. Plus,
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both boys seem to have inherited another gift from their parents – generosity. More on that later!
Daddy’s Home. “This moment right here. This is the reason I get up and go to work every day,” says Troy Chambers, Branch Manager at RPM Mortgage in Bellevue. As he stops to wrestle his bouncing boys who squeal their welcome home, it’s pretty clear Colby (6), a 1st grader at Cougar Ridge Elementary, and Mason (3) a preschooler, have a serious case of hero worship.
“Troy works hard all day, then comes home and teaches the boys to constantly serve others first,” she says. “I think it’s amazing,” Jen beams.
Seems the boys aren’t the only ones who adore their father!
Love at First “Seat.” “The moment I saw her, I thought, ‘there’s my wife,’” Troy says, as he and Jen sit hand in hand folded into the cozy sofa. The two young college graduates had attended a small group Bible study at a church in Mill Creek. “I had to take a break for a minute and just give that thought up to God.” When he returned to the group, there was one seat open – you guessed it – next to Jen. “I knew it right then. It was meant to be.”
It didn’t take long for Jen to follow suit, and 4 months later they were engaged. Now, 9 years and two kids later, their easy rapport continues. “I thought I was going to be a pastor, but when I saw my brother doing so well in the mortgage business, I thought, that’s what I need to do. Launching his new career in 2001, he spent a decade at Arboretum Mortgage. It’s been just a year and a half since he made the change to his new post as Branch Manager at RPM Mortgage, the 5th largest retail mortgage
lender in the nation.
Living in Abundance - by Giving Back. What are Troy’s market predictions in light of the continued recovery? “The mortgage industry’s going to stay steady, and continue to grow. People are regaining confidence in our economy, and if interest rates rise substantially, we would see a drastic slow down in our economic growth.”
Troy’s enjoying success, but don’t ask him how to become a great salesperson. “I couldn’t teach a class on how to sell. I just listen, and offer great service in any way I possibly can. I live my life out of abundance – not fear. I try to continuously give out, because I know when I do, I in turn get filled up, as well.”
It’s what motivates him both personally and professionally. Troy says Jen and her family inspired his passion for serving oth-ers. Her family has a personal connection with the Ben Towne Foundation, whose annual September fundraiser benefits the Seattle Children’s Cancer Research Institute. Troy donates a percentage of his personal commissions from every loan he closes to the foundation in each client’s name. The couple also supports other global and local efforts, including Charity Water, Camp Korey, and Childhaven, where Jennifer once volunteered regularly. “I always left feeling so blessed, getting to see what they did at Childhaven - teaching a parent to lovingly integrate themselves back into their children’s lives. What a beautiful thing,” says Jen, wistfully.
Family Fun & Feeding the “Good Dog.” Like most parents, the Chambers’ lives revolve around spending quality time with their young family. “We’re very active – in everything! We love our community, the outdoors – Mariners’ games, team athletics,
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and neighborhood parties. A hands-on dad, Troy helps run the Cougar Ridge Y Guides group and is involved with the other Cougar Ridge dads, who coordinate go cart races, camp-outs and monthly events, like October’s “Spooky Spaghetti” fundraiser, bring kids and parents together for fun and community service.
“Like I said, he’s a man of service in all regards,” says Jen.
“I teach my kids, every one of us has two ‘dogs’ fighting inside us – a good dog and a bad dog. Which one’s going to win? The one you feed. And serving others feeds the good dog,” says Troy. “Plus, it just feels really good!”
Seems the boys want to be just like their charity minded par-ents. When Jen returned home one Saturday, Colby and Mason had spent the day with their grandmother, Susan Formo selling snacks around the neighborhood to raise money for the Ben Towne Foundation.
We know. Cue the, “Awwwwws …”
Did the Chambers’ story inspire you? Check out:www.jenchambersart.comwww.rpm-mtg.com/Agent/Team_Chambers www.bentowne-foundation.org
Mary Vance was our guest photographer. Mary Vance is a Sammamish-based natural light photographer and owner of Advance Photography. She specializes in senior pho-tography and loves to focus on bright faces. Visit www.advance-photography.com for more information.
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‘Tis the Season to Share time, treaSure & talent Written by Diane Meehl
Shopping! Decorating! Entertaining! It’s a busy time, to be certain. But in many of us there is a deeper calling to reach out to those in need. It’s a perfect opportu-nity to teach our children the real joy of the season – to look beyond their own circumstances and share their bounty. We’re here to offer inspiration and ideas!
Locally, our region is home to scores of non-profit organizations offering ser-vices to lift some of our neighbors out of homelessness, domestic violence, and hunger. So we’re showcasing three local organizations that can put your time, tal-ent and treasure to good use. So take a break from the holiday dash, nestle with a cup of peppermint tea, and discover how you and your family can do some good in the neighborhood. Then, pay that holiday spirit forward all year long!
ISSAQUAH FOOD & CLOTHING BANK Mission: To
provide free food, clothing and related ser-vices to promote continued inde-pendence for those in need.
Holiday Wish List: New toys and clothing donated to the Holiday Gift Barn at Pickering on December 8th & 9th (Register at www.issaquahfoodbank.org)
Volunteer: Help set up and break down the Holiday Shopping Event at Pickering Barn on December 10 & 11th (Details: www.issaquahfoodbank.org)
CHEESE. It's something the Issaquah Food & Clothing Bank never seems to get enough of. And they have more cli-ents now than ever. Why? Board member Ruben Nieto puts it this way, “The recession hit and many people lost their jobs, or had to take jobs pay-ing much less in wages.” It may surprise you to know that most people served by the food bank aren’t homeless. “Actu-ally, we serve 400 – 500 families every month, and most never thought they’d need our help. They typically have one or two incomes, but they’re just not mak-ing enough to get by,” says Cori Walters, Executive Director. Families in need are invited to shop once a week to select enough food for 8 – 10 meals. It’s something unique – the humble downtown Issaquah staple is organized like a store, so clients can make selections according to their needs. “It helps preserve dignity,” says Nieto. The holidays add further strain to stretched budgets. So on December 8th & 9th, donations for new toys and cloth-ing are accepted at Pickering Barn, which is transformed into a shopping extrava-ganza for their clients on December 10th & 11th. Volunteers are also needed for set-up and cleanup during the week. Pre-registration is required for clients, but donors can drop off gifts at the barn without registering.
While Issaquah Food Bank meets immediate needs for food and cloth-ing, their mission encompasses a range of prevention and outreach efforts. For
example, many students who receive reduced lunches miss that opportunity during summer months, so they launched a summer program to fill the gap. The Groceries to Go program delivers food to those who are homebound. Clients are also invited to participate in additional programs that help promote stability and independence, such as Tools for Schools, case management support, access to toi-letries and more. Year round needs include protein-based foods such as canned tuna, chicken and peanut butter in smaller quantities, fresh fruit and vegetables, seasonal outerwear, and clothing for teenage boys. And if you like to roll up your sleeves, there’s plenty to do as the food bank runs lean on staff. Share your talents as a board member, evening shift worker or office administra-tor, and help fill up more than empty stomachs.
VINE MAPLE PLACE Mission: To prevent and break the
cycle of homelessness, and empower single parents to live independently and raise healthy children
Holiday Wish List: Gift cards to Fred Meyer in denominations of $10, $15 and $20 (Send to: Vine Maple Place, P.O. Box 1092, Maple Valley, WA 98038)
Volunteer: Visit www.vinemapleplace.org for details
GAS. So many of us take it for granted, but it’s the biggest gift you can offer the residents at Vine Maple Place, says Kathi Ridge, Development Director. “Our families are working toward finan-cial stability and stable employment – and gas is a big expense. We need about $20,000 in gift cards in denominations of $10, $15 and $20 to get by each year.” The same goes for personal hygiene items and clothing. “Food stamps only pay for what you can eat, so gift cards to Fred Meyer or Safeway for other necessi-ties are always the perfect gift.”
Dotted with housing units to accommodate 14 families onsite, Vine Maple Place’s busy campus is always full to capacity. But with more than 2000 inquiries each year, their reach is far broader. “We work to prevent homelessness before it begins. We can help people with immediate needs for shelter. But we can also help those who are also on the verge of eviction to prevent them from becoming homeless it the first place,” Ridge explains.
Offering a range of programs to empower single parents and their children with hope, stability, and eventually, independence, residents are paired with caseworkers during their stay. Con-necting them to financial literacy coaching, parenting guidance, access to affordable housing, education and employment prepa-ration, and child advocacy, the goal is for each family to garner living wages and independent housing.
So – how can you pitch in? Vine Maple Place partners with many area social service agencies, but they rely on some 500 volunteers to do much of the work. They’re especially in need of male mentors for boys, coaches with HR and budgeting skills, and child-care helpers, who must be CPR certified. (Youth 14 and older are welcome to volunteer. All volunteers are required to pass a background check, but it’s quick and easy.)
So offer your time, treasure or talent, and help a family open this best gift of all – hope!
LIFEWIRE Mission: To prevent and end domes-
tic violence, and offer healing, shelter and stability to victims and families
Holiday Wish List: Donations of cash, or gift cards for toys, groceries, household goods, or clothing (Send to: LifeWire Holiday of Hope Program, P.O. Box 6398, Bellevue, WA 98008)
Volunteer: Work with victims directly, or help with administra-tive and fundraising efforts (Visit www.lifewire.org for details.)
BRUISES. “One of the biggest misconceptions about domestic violence,” says Kelly Becker, Development Director at LifeWire, “is that you can always see the bruises. Domestic violence takes many forms. It’s about power and control, and it can take form in physical, verbal and emotional abuse. It can be in the form of controlling what someone wears, where they go and whom they see, or withholding finances. And it cuts across every ethnicity and socioeconomic status. It’s a crime against the spirit.” LifeWire marshals the call to end domestic violence by deliver-ing a continuum of compassionate services, including preven-tion, advocacy, counseling, emergency shelter and access to flex-ible housing solutions. Not only a response to immediate needs, theirs is largely a proactive endeavor. LifeWire’s advocates reach into the community to prevent tragedies. “We work with schools to promote the idea of building healthy relationships, early,” says Becker. The numbers speak for themselves. Together with LifeWire’s staff, dedicated volunteers and community outreach efforts accomplished the following in 2014: - Responded to 10,354 calls on the 24-Hour Helpline- Provided direct assistance to 4,713 victims with counseling,
legal services, shelter & more- Offered 35,105 nights of safe shelter for survivors and their
children- Taught 15,807 individuals about domestic violence preven-
tion, education and awareness “Domestic violence is the leading cause of homelessness for women and children in the nation,” Becker explains. So in addition to emergency shelter, LifeWire offers community-based housing services including a hotel-motel voucher, rental assistance, and housing stability programs, and also a transi-tional housing program, My Friend’s Place. Are you called to share the gift of compassion? Your time and talent could be put to good use by volunteering at LifeWire. Comprehensive training equips volunteers to work directly with victims. But there are varied ways to contribute - fundraising, clerical assistance, and help answering after-hours helpline calls. Restoring a broken heart and a shattered life – now that’s a gift that keeps giving!
We’d love to know how your family plans to gift the community dur-ing the holiday season. Connect and share with us on Facebook!
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Holiday traditions are essential, and there’s a reason why we have kept them as a part of our lives for centuries. Simply put, it is because traditions add meaning to our lives, and help bond us to those we love. They give us a sense of belonging and a way to express what’s important to us. They connect us to our history and past generations.
No matter your origin or your ethnicity, food is most likely an important part of your holiday tradition. Here are a few time-honored food traditions from around the world.
Russia: Mushroom Soup with ZaprashkaPart of Russia’s 12-course Holy Night feast, which falls on January 6, is soup thickened with Soviet roux: oil, flour, and the liquid rendered from sautéing onions.
Canada: TourtièreFrench-Canadians pack ground, minced, or cubed meat (salmon in coastal areas) into a piecrust. They serve it with ketchup or savory fruit relish starting on Christmas Eve and ending on New Year’s.
China: Tangyuan (in the North) / Yuanxiao (in the South)They serve stuffed rice flour dumplings, which were once used as an oral remedy believed to protect exposed ears from cold-weather ulceration. Now they’re sunk in sweet or savory broth during Dongzhi, the celebration of the winter solstice.
Philippines: BibingkaThis Christmas breakfast pastry of rice flour and coconut milk is baked in banana leaf–lined terracotta pots, topped with kesong puti (local white cheese), grated coconut, and a salted duck egg.
Israel: LatkesHanukkah (or Chanukah, also referred to as the “Festival of Lights”) is a Jewish holiday that celebrates a miracle document-ed in the Bible’s Old Testament — one night’s worth of oil last-ed for eight nights. Because of this, many of the foods tradition-ally eaten during Hanukkah are fried in oil, like the ever-present potato latke, which is a potato cake fried until golden brown
and crispy. Potato latkes, sometimes served with applesauce or a similarly sweet topping, are one of the most beloved.
England: Mince PiesMince pies have been enjoyed in England at Christmas time since the 13th century. During this period, fighters returning from the Crusades brought back new and exotic spices, like nut-meg and cinnamon. British cooks began using them in a variety of dishes, including pies filled with mincemeat and dried fruits giving rise to the mince pie.
Sicily: FishChristmas in Sicily and Southern Italy means the Feast of the Seven Fishes. Traditionally, Roman Catholics in the region fast on Christmas Eve, so a feast of seven (or even more) seafood dishes at the end of the day is a true celebration in this area of bounty.
Singapore: Curry DevilServed on Boxing Day (December 26), this Eurasian dish, also
known as Devil’s Curry, is made from Christmas leftovers: chicken, cocktail sausages, cabbage, and cucumbers are stewed in a spicy rempah gravy.
America: EggnogIn America, one of our favorite traditions is eggnog. Many believe that the eggnog tradition was brought to America from Europe. Other experts would have it that the “nog” of eggnog comes from the word “noggin.” A noggin was a small, wooden, carved mug. It was used to serve drinks in local taverns. It is thought that eggnog started out as a mixture of Spanish “Sher-ry” and milk in the “Old World.” The English called this con-coction “dry sack posset.” However, in America, a new twist was put on the theme. Rum is now used in the place of wine.
At Matthew’s Fresh Market we love to support and celebrate the diversity of holiday traditions, and we have the ingredients to keep those traditions alive.
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Written By Diane Meehl & Reisha HoltonPhotographs compiled by Julia Pugh and Nancy Francis
ATHLETES FOR KIDS (AFK): Mentors + Buddies = Win/Win
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What does a strapping high school star athlete have in com-mon with a younger child with special needs? Turns out, they have something to learn from each other. Enter Athletes for Kids (AFK), a non-profit organization founded on the eastside that matches mentors from 7 local high schools to more than 100 area youth.
Each athlete “Mentor” is paired with a “Buddy” to offer the kind of attention only a friend that truly cares can deliver. In the process, youngsters who cope with autism, a range of phys-ical and developmental disabilities, depression, ADHD and more, enjoy the benefits that friendly, personalized role model-ing and relationship building lends. But as we discovered, it’s not only the buddies that thrive under these special relation-ships. The mentors win big, too.
Jacob and Sydney Liberty High School
Holly and Jake Issaquah High School
Name: HOLLY ELLIS Age: 17School: Issaquah High School Years as a Mentor/Big Buddy: A little over a year
What inspired you to become a volun-teer for Athletes for Kids?I have always loved working with kids. There is something about their innocence and honesty that is so angelic and inter-esting to observe. At Athletes for Kids, I get to work with a child and develop a strong, special, one-on-one bond that is so simple, but such an amazing thing for them. I love seeing that I have an impact on someone, even if it is just one person. It is an amazing feeling to know that I have positively affected somebody else’s life. I am also giving back to my commu-nity. I am very privileged and receive so much; it feels so good to give somebody something as great as friendship.
What is the biggest lesson you have learned from your Little Buddy?The biggest lesson I have learned from my little buddy is patience. Sometimes it takes her a little bit longer to under-stand a question I ask her, or there is a delayed response, and other times it takes her a while to finish the project we are doing, or she begins something else in the middle of it. I have learned to be patient with her in order to build a better bond.
How is your Little Buddy benefitting from your mentorship?My little buddy, right now, is going through the age at which kids are starting to notice that she is different. Being expe-rienced with kids, I know that soon she will start to lose some of her friends. For her, I provide friendship and a strong bond that she might otherwise never know.
What is your favorite activity to do with your Little Buddy?
My favorite activity to do with my little buddy is arts and crafts. We do lots of different activities pertaining to each holiday. I am naturally very creative and artistic and it is really fun to get to share that with her.
Name: JAKE LINDAHLAge: 17School: Issaquah High SchoolYears as a Mentor/Big Buddy: Almost 1 year
What inspired you to become a volun-teer for Athletes for Kids?My aunt struggles every day, due to a mental disability, and I watched how much the family’s support and love helped her grow, and I wanted to be able to do that for someone else.
What is the biggest lesson you have learned from your Little Buddy?The biggest lesson I have learned from my buddy is to have patience and just have fun doing whatever it is you are doing.
How is your Little Buddy benefitting from your mentorship?I see him growing and maturing each and every time I see him, and he benefits from the little things we do together, not just the big things people might talk about. For example, we have created such a great bond and friendship, but what he really benefits from are little things like high fives or handshakes.
What is your favorite activity to do with your Little Buddy?I like to go swimming with him because I know it’s his favorite, and he is happiest in the water; but it is a handful when we have to get out of the water.
Name: SYDNEY HOPPERAge: 17School: Liberty High School
Years as a Mentor/Big Buddy: 1
What inspired you to become a volun-teer for Athletes for Kids?I work as a camp counselor at Kiwanis Camp Casey, which serves kids with physical disabilities. My favorite thing about camp is that the kids are seen for who they are, instead of being defined by their disability. When I heard about Athletes for Kids, it seemed like a great opportunity to work with kids with spe-cial needs all year long and to provide a kid with a friendship that was based on who they are, instead of on their abilities.
What is the biggest lesson you have learned from your Little Buddy?I’ve learned a lot about approaching the world with enthusiasm—my buddy is a lot of fun, and always has a smile on her face. I’ve also learned about being patient. Sometimes we change plans last minute, and I’ve learned to be flexible with that!
How is your Little Buddy benefitting from your mentorship?I treat my buddy as I would any of my other friends—we hang out together and have a lot of fun. I think getting to spend time with an older student and getting to be involved in various school activi-ties has made her feel very special, and allowed her to have more involvement in school than she would have otherwise.
What is your favorite activity to do with your Little Buddy?My buddy and I both love going to the library and getting frozen yogurt, but my favorite thing we’ve done was attending a Mariners game. We walked all around Safeco, and I think she really liked seeing all the stuff that was going on in the stadium!
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Name: JACOB WINTERAge: 17School: Liberty High SchoolYears as a mentor/Big Buddy: 2
What inspired you to become a volun-teer for Athletes for Kids?My soccer coach approached me about the opportunity to participate in the Ath-letes for Kids program. I figured it was an awesome way to get involved in the community and have a huge impact on someone that I normally wouldn’t cross paths with. I am now super close with both my buddy and his family and am so happy I made the decision to join Ath-letes for Kids!
What is the biggest lesson you have learned from your Little Buddy?The biggest lesson I’ve learned from my buddy is not to take things too seriously. He is always super-silly and crazy when-ever we hang out, and that has allowed me to kind of relax and not pay attention to what others are thinking.
How is your Little Buddy benefitting from your mentorship?I think the partnership between me and my buddy allows him to have someone older who he can trust, who isn’t a parent or another adult. We can talk about things that are stressing him out, and I can give him advice fairly easy because it hasn’t been too long since I’ve been his age.
What is your favorite activity to do with your Little Buddy?Especially when the weather is nice, my buddy and I (and sometimes his best friend) love to go outside and play football. Sometimes we just pass it around but often times he thinks of some sort of 2 or 3 per-son game we can play with the football.
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Giving Holiday Gifts...with StyleWritten by Kelsey Hunt
The holiday season is suddenly right around the corner, and we all know that means: it is time for gift giving. Having a last-minute panic attack over what to get your parents, best friend, siblings, and partner is all too common, but not to fear! I had the chance to talk to Shelly Tingey, a professional personal stylist, about some of her favorite gift ideas for this winter. Shelly filled me in on the must-have, go-to trends for this season.
Worried about what to get your best girlfriend this Christ-mas? You can never go wrong with a simple flannel shirt. “I
think one must-have item for the season is a flannel. A great blouse that you can button up, leave undone with a tank, or wrap around your waist,” says Shelly. Flan-nels never disappoint, as they are both comfy and cute, and always a part of a casual but stylish winter outfit.
While shopping for your best friends may be hard, shopping for boyfriends can be even harder! Shelly gave me some great advice on where to start when searching for something special for the men in our lives. “For men, I love to see a light hooded sweater,” she says. “Men tend to not like bulky sweaters because they get hot easily, but they also need options for going out. A hooded sweater provides an option for this. Look into men’s Vince sweaters.” Men may not be as hard to please, but it’s always a good idea to get him something he will not only love, but also be able to wear often.
Personally, I always get stuck on what to get my friends as stocking stuffers. I am always at a loss when deciding what would be too much, and what would be too little. This winter, I’ve decided accessories make great stocking stuffers for friends. Whether it’s a simple bracelet I just know will look great with almost every outfit she owns, or a scarf that perfectly completes an outfit she wears often, an accessory makes a perfect gift. If you’re looking a necklace that makes a statement to give to a girlfriend, Shelly has a few tips on what to look for. “I love a long necklace that hits right above the navel. You can find one with a pendant on the end or just the chains converging into one with a tassel,” she suggests. “Be careful not to wear a long necklace too short. Right below your cleavage is a little short. If you need to lengthen your necklace with an extension, go for it.”
Your holiday shopping will be a hit if you use this guide when picking up gifts for all of your wonderful friends and family. Happy Holidays!
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• Pancake Breakfast $5.95 per person (infants are free). A portion of the proceeds supports pediatrics at Swedish.
• Visit with Santa and friends, plus FREE photos Come get a free photo with St. Nick and deco-rate a keep-sake frame. Other winter characters and princesses will be visiting too so bring your camera!
• Touch a Fire Truck Eastside Fire and Rescue
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• Teddy Bear Clinic Bring your favorite buddy for a “Teddy Bear Clinic” check-up.
• Life Size Gingerbread House All our welcome to help decorate our giant gingerbread house.
• Face Painting Our elf creates magical face-painting fun.
• Holiday Music Enjoy holiday cheer with music from local singers and musicians.
• Starbucks Coffee Warm up with a free 8-ounce cup of Christmas Blend coffee.
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Celebrate the warmth of the season with your family and friends at your communityhospital. Swedish Issaquah invites you to Holidays at the Hospital. Fun events foreveryone from a pancake breakfast, pictures with Santa and lots of holiday cheer!Saturday, December 6th, 9 a.m.-noon.
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Ed and Nicole Mecum’s lives changed when they visited friends in Texas several years ago. The two couples wanted to go out
to dinner, but they had not arranged for a sitter for the kids. Their host suggested taking the kids to Adventure Kids Playcare.
“We were very nervous when we got there due to our daughter’s food allergies, but the staff was reassuring and confident. It was clear this was a great choice,” Ed says. “The kids went off to play and we went off to dinner. Our kids had a great time, and we were relaxed—not always the case when leaving our kids with a babysitter.”
When they picked up the kids at the end of the evening, Ed took a company brochure and noticed that there were franchises available. And that lucky encounter led the Mecums to a career change.
Ed and Nicole owned their own engineering firm during the housing and construction boom and adequate childcare was hard to find. They also understood how hard it was for a working cou-ple on those days when their regular childcare was not available. Access to “drop-in childcare” would have avoided the difficult decision about who would go to work and who would stay home.
Certain that others parents surely faced the same obstacles, Ed and Nicole decided to bring Adventure Kids Playcare to Issaquah. Being the first Adventure Kids Playcare outside of Texas and the first drop-in style childcare center licensed by the State in this area, this was a task that extended well into the recession. But the couple persevered and officially launched the Issaquah location in April 2010.
Adventure Kids Playcare was founded in Texas in 2004 to solve that problem, as well as to provide drop-in childcare when school holidays don’t sync up with work holidays, or when parents just need a day or evening out. The company began franchising in 2006 and already had multiple locations in Texas when the Mecums discovered it.
Drop-in childcare is a new idea for most parents, so the Mecums faced a long process of marketing the center (even handing out flyers!) and educating parents about the program and its benefits. Over time, local parents came to appreciate and trust the center. Losing a sitter for the day was no lon-ger an insurmountable problem. Parents no longer needed to arrange the sitter at all!
It is important to the Mecums that Adventure Kids Playcare provides parents a worry-free childcare environment. The center is staffed with caring, energetic, quick-minded and experienced caregivers. Staff members undergo back ground checks, training in first aid, CPR, and take continuing education coursework as a requirement of employment.
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And of course it helps that kids love the center. There are activi-ties for kids up to 12 years, including an indoor playscape, crafts, air hockey, board games, Legos®, video gaming, a sports wall and movie nights for kids (so parents can enjoy their own movie night). And there are dedicated infant and toddler rooms so each age group has the right experience.
In addition to drop-in care for kids aged 6 weeks to 12 years, Adventure Kids Playcare also offers before-and after-school care—including transportation between the center and school. A preschool program is also available—Adventure Kids Uni-versity—which focuses on numbers, letters, colors, puzzles and other areas typical of a preschool program. Special camp pro-grams are also offered when school is on break and every camp has a unique theme, offering a variety of activities.
Adventure Kids Playcare’s rates are hourly, prorated to the min-ute, so if a parent picks up their child after 42 minutes, they only pay for 42 minutes. Parents can also purchase a prepay package for savings on all of their services. The center is open 7:00 a.m. –
10:00 p.m. on Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. – 12:00 mid-night on Friday, and 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 midnight on Saturday.
Need some time off to do your holiday shopping? Or need a night out for the office party? Take advantage of a free one-hour trial: email Ed and the Playcrew at [email protected] and sign up for an opportunity to try out the Adventure Kids Playcare experience!
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Financial FitnessSIGNS OF THE ECONOMIC TIMES
The health of the economy is often a big focus in news headlines, but why all the attention? The answer is both simple and complex. In our free enterprise system, the state of the economy can make a big difference in our daily lives. It affects opportunities in the job market, drives the stock market, deter-mines prices and influences buyer behavior.
When the economy is robust, there’s optimism in the air. Companies hire, inves-tors invest and consumers tend to spend more freely. Conversely, when the economy is sluggish, the mood is more somber. Companies struggle to make a profit, investors are more cautious and consumers tighten their wallets.
How do we know if the economy is doing well? Because so many activities contribute to the economy, it can be hard to get a handle on where it is headed. Economic indica-tors that go hand-in-hand with economic health provide clues. Direct economic indicators go up when the economy is rosy and go down when the economy tanks. Other factors have an inverse relationship with the economy. These inverse factors fall and rise opposite the strength of the economy.
Leading economic indicators are considered the most important factors to watch. Here are some of the most often discussed leading economic indicators to put on your radar.
Consumer Price Index The Consumer Price Index (CPI) is a consolidated measure of the price of goods and services over time at the consumer level. Observed changes in CPI help determine inflation (rising prices) and cost of living (how much it costs to get by) and help shape our monetary policy. Measured by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the CPI is calculated for food, energy and all other consumer goods. Further analysis within these categories can reveal what influences price fluctuations.
Producer Price IndexWhile the Consumer Price Index looks at prices paid at the store, the Producer Price Index (PPI) considers what wholesalers pay for U.S. goods and services (less food and energy, which are not fac-tored into this equation). Because wholesale prices influence con-sumer prices, PPI can be a useful predictor of impending inflation.
Productivity and CostsHow productive are our factories? How efficient are our processes? Productivity statistics tell an important story for those who want to predict how well our economy is working. When businesses are
able to do more in less time, profits rise, which in turn paves the way for more investment, more jobs and overall prosperity.
Employment SituationThe stock market tends to perk up at the announcement of new hires and fewer unemployment claims. Investors like a healthy economy, where able-bodied workers can find good jobs. Job security also tends to give consumers more confidence.
What can you do with your improved understanding of lead-ing economic indicators? Keep an eye out for trends reported in the news. If you want to do a deep dive, visit the websites for the Bureau of Economic Analysis and the U.S. Census Bureau for free reports of economic indicator data. Apply what you learn in a discussion with your financial advisor, who can help you consider important financial decisions that might be affected by a shift in the economic outlook.
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Eat Well. Eating small, frequent meals keeps your blood sugar stable. Erratic blood sugar can make you irritable and reduce your ability to manage stress.
Balance your blood sugar by having protein with every meal, especially with sugary or starchy foods. Don’t deprive yourself of holiday treats, just practice moderation and eat a serving of protein plus fruit or veggies with every meal.
Get Enough Sleep. Try not to “burn the candle at both ends.” Stick to a regular sleep schedule, tell your friends and family, and make a goal of being in bed before 11pm. If you are beginning to feel run down or ill, sleep is critical. When we are asleep before midnight, our bodies secrete melatonin in conjunction with growth hormone, which helps boost immunity and promote healing.
Exercise Regularly. As your holiday schedule fills up, it is easy to skip your exercise routine. Exercise helps to reduce the hor-mones that worsen stress, and also boosts neurotransmitters that improve your immune system and mood. Use your favorite app or exercise device to ensure you are walking at least 10,000 steps every day. Calculate your target heart rate and get 15 minutes a day of exercise within that range.
Take Time for Yourself. Even 20 minutes a day spent alone can help your brain and body rest and re-set. If you experience anxi-
WellnessFive Tips for Managing Stress Naturally During the Holiday SeasonBy Dr. Rachelle Forsberg
ety or depression during the holidays, you are not alone. Speak with a trusted friend or therapist. In times of high stress, take a few minutes by yourself and breathe deeply: focusing on your breath can help regulate your heart rate and stimulate the para-sympathetic nervous system, which promotes a sense of calm.
Go To the Doctor. For some, holiday stress takes a toll on our physical health. At our clinic, in addition to evaluating baseline labs for concerns such as hypothyroidism and anemia, we often use salivary testing to measure adrenal hormone levels. A reduc-tion in adrenal hormones can lead to a feeling of being “wired but tired.” Once we identify an individual’s needs, we can use vita-mins, amino acids, and herbal formulas to restore adrenal function and improve how our patient handles stressful situations.
Dr. Forsberg is a licensed naturopathic physician and acupuncturist at NaturoMedica in Issaquah.
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What Do You Like Best About Your Brother / Sister? When I wrestle with my brother and my sister is so cute and makes funny faces.
Sports or Musical Instruments I Play: Baseball, basketball, flag football, golf
Something Unique About Me: I’m funny, I can tie my shoes, and I have cool clothes.
When I Grow Up I’m Going to Be: Policeman with a taser, a bulldozer--I mean a construction worker, the Mayor of Sammamish and an elf
My Favorites:• ACTIVITIES/HOBBIES: Playing Nerf guns, jumping on tram-
poline, riding motorcycles,• ANIMAL: Shark• COLOR: Army colors• FOOD: Any dessert; cookies, ice cream, pies, etc.• MOVIE: Lego…Duh!• MUSIC: Daft Punk, Macklemore, George Straight• PLACE TO PLAY: Bouncy houses, outside, Lake Sammamish• SPORTS TEAMS: Seahawks, Rams, GU Bulldogs• SUBJECT IN SCHOOL: Science• TV SHOW: Anything on Disney• VACATION: San Diego; Sea World, Lego Land, Zoo, Safari Park,
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