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November 2009Stylish cold-weather wear

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She Deserves It : mary Ann ransdell

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ON THE COVER Winter coats

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Motivation of an entrepreneur4

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Just a Minute

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View from Mars

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12 She Deserves It

Mary Ann Ransdell

Cuisine

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Capital gain for Brown County


The midday sun peeks through the fall foliage of the Brown County hills and sprinkles warmth across a large, open mead-ow that serves as a safe haven for deer and other wildlife.A quiet pond is tucked into the bottom of the hillside, and

for Nashville resident and entrepreneur Sue Ann Werling, this breathtaking view of her backyard represents her successes in business, her passion for animals and her desire to make a dif-ference in her community.Sue Ann grew up in Seymour, and after earning a degree in

print management from Indiana State University, she set out to make her mark in the world of printing. After gaining expe-rience working for a large company as a printing project man-ager, she spent the next seven years helping a small printing company in her hometown become a thriving business.Her next venture brought her to Moore Langen Printing Co.

in Terre Haute, where she met her future husband.“She was the first employee I hired because of her technical

experience,” said Evan Werling, who found his success as the CFO of a public company at a young age. “Had I not found Sue Ann, (the company) would not have been successful.”Although the company had been in financial trouble, the

Werlings turned it into a success. They began developing technology that set them apart from other printers, including perfecting precise hologram printing that eventually earned them accounts with National Geographic, Houghton-Mifflin, Harcourt and other major education publishers.“I received an e-mail one day from National Geographic, and

when I called I said, ‘Is this the National Geographic?’” Sue Ann said. “They were looking for someone to replace their supplier for specialty, high-end book covers.”Phil Schlosser, vice president of manufacturing at National

Geographic, traveled to meet with the Werlings two weeks later.“We asked him to give us a try,” Sue Ann said.On the cOverWithin eight months, Moore Langen was the domestic cover

printer for National Geographic’s entire line of books, and Sue Ann notes this was the highlight of her career.“Sue Ann’s level of enthusiasm ranks among the highest of

anyone I’ve ever met,” Schlosser said. “She was able to influ-ence us with her quality of people, craftsmanship and personal attention. Sue Ann knew what she was talking about, she knew the equipment, and she did everything she said she’d do.”Moore Langen continued its success and secured many of the

textbook covers that can be seen in schools today. Sue Ann, owner, president and CEO of the nationally certified Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE), was recognized by Print-ing Impressions magazine as one of the top women business leaders in the U.S.In 2005, the couple decided to sell Moore Langen and build

their home in Brown County, which brought them closer to Sue Ann’s family. The Werlings are now focused on helping people in the area with their new venture capital firm.

By Kami Ervin

Photos By JoEl PhiliPPsEn

Sue Ann

Werlingventures from successfulprinter to communitysupporter

The Werlings have adopted six rescue dogs and six cats, and nurtured many of them back to health in their pet-friendly home.


“We don’t see a lot of new businesses,” Sue Ann said. “Having more than 40 years (com-bined) of hands-on entrepreneurial success, we want to help other people pursue their Ameri-can dream.”The goals for their venture capital company

will be to invest in start-up businesses with promising growth potential, to buy out exist-ing companies to keep them local and to assist other local enterprises in need of financial and strategic guidance.“We would also like to provide support to as-

piring entrepreneurs,” Sue Ann said, “And as-sist women-owned businesses to obtain their WBE certifications.”AnimAls welcOmeSue Ann is an active member of the communi-

ty, volunteering at the Brown County Humane Society, and fosters mainly injured or sick ani-mals at her home. The Werlings have adopted six rescue dogs and six cats, and nurtured many of them back to health in their pet-friendly home.“The Werlings are marvelous people,” Tony

West, Brown County animal control officer, said. “We wish we had more people like them who have the resources and the time to be able to help foster these animals with special needs.”Among the foster dogs nurtured back to

health was Rainbow, an abused shepherd mix who had a torn ear and a bare leg that had been badly burned. With consultation from Purdue University’s School of Veterinary Medicine, the dog recovered from his injuries.

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Sue Ann, who is an avid photographer, has taken photos of humanesociety animals and is working on videos for shelter animals to display on Petfinders.org Web site.

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The Werlings also support Purdue’s veterinary school in its research for a cure for animal and human bladder cancer. This research has extended the quality of life for one of the Werlings’ rescued dogs, Brandi, by 18 months.“My passion for animals came from my mom,” Sue Ann ex-

plains. “We always had animals at home, when growing up.”Sue Ann, who is an avid photographer, has taken photos of

humane society animals and is working on videos for shelter animals to display on Petfinders.org Web site.She has also found that serving on the board of the Rotary

Club of Brown County has enabled her to contribute to the

community even more. As president-elect, she has helped with fundraising and Mother’s Cupboard and was in charge of this year’s fair booth.The Werlings also work with the Columbus Chamber of Com-

merce Maverick Challenge, a business-planning competition for Columbus North and East high school seniors, where Evan serves as a mentor and Sue Ann as a judge.“Evan supports me 100 percent,” she said. “We have that

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BladeWarsIt was a close shave, but we have somefavorites

ComPilEd By KElsEy vanarsdall

Many of us come armed for battle each time we commit the seem-ingly simple personal hygiene act of shaving. The mission: to elim-inate hair, at least temporarily. The risks: casualties in the form of razor burn and cuts.

To help mediate the conflict between our legs and the wily razor, it’s time for Blade Wars.

In this first (and only) competition, for just over a month we compared five types of disposable razors:

• Bic Twin• Noxzema three blade

• Venus Spa Breeze• Schick Quattro

• Bic SoleilEach razor was ranked in aesthetics, scent (if ap-

plicable), grip, conditioning, sharpness, endur-ance and nick factor.

When I started this mission, I found myself standing in Wal-Mart staring at a seemingly end-

less row of possible test subjects. The colors ran together and so did the names — many that

evoke feelings of comfort or an exotic tropi-cal locale.

I finally settled on a variety of prices and range of blades.

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Bic Twin$2.94 for pack of 10This razor is scary even at first

glance. The bright girly colors are its only up side. It has no scent and with two blades, minimal endurance past one or two shaves.One definitely needs shave gel in

order to do the job without losing precious skin. This razor has no con-ditioning strip, nothing to grip but its standard, round plastic tube of a handle. Obviously it’s a deal, but use with caution. Aesthetics: D

Scent: n/a

Grip: D

Conditioning: F

Sharpness: C

Endurance: D

Nick factor: C

Noxzema$2.97 for fourThe cool design drew my eye, but

that’s about all this razor has going for it.Virtually no conditioning (a thin,

tiny strip adorns the top) makes for a rough shave. It’s apparent the handle’s unique design is for looks mainly, because it provides a rather uncomfortable grip. It caused razor burn, but no nicks on its first use, so it wasn’t used again. Aesthetics: B

Scent: n/a

Grip: C

Conditioning: D

Sharpness: D

Endurance: D

Nick factor: A

Venus Spa Breeze$6.57 for twoAt first sight, this is one heck of a

razor. Surrounded by two fat con-ditioning strips, its design puts your mind at ease.The razor has a nice comfortable

grip, but I had to press harder than I normally would because of those conditioning strips. Even the first use didn’t provide the closest shave I’ve ever had, but it was very comfortable and it left no stubble.My legs remained nick free and felt

smooth and unirritated. The strips do have one down side: making it more challenging to get those hard-to-shave places such as around the ankle. I’m also disappointed that the razor doesn’t come with a cap to pre-vent the conditioning strip from goo-ing up shower walls and shelves. Aesthetics: A

Scent: A

Grip: B

Conditioning: A

Sharpness: C

Endurance: C

Nick factor: A

Schick Quattro$6.46 for threeNow we’re getting somewhere. The

Schick Quattro has a nice grip and comes in a variety of fun colors. It’s comfortable and sturdy with excel-lent swivel capacity for getting around kneecaps. This razor provided a com-fortable shave, and its rubber strip at the bottom of the blades lifted hairs for a close shave without discomfort. No nicks.It conditioned well through several

shaves and then began to wear. Aesthetics: A

Scent: n/a

Grip: A

Conditioning: A

Sharpness: B

Endurance: B

Nick factor: A

Bic Soleil$5.77 for fourThis razor proved to have the best

grip of all tested. It provided a close shave, but did leave some irritation. The razor has a rather small condi-tioning strip, especially for its four blades. I suffered a few small nicks on my

shin and knee, but that could be chalked up to my own carelessness. The Bic Soleil provided close shaves multiple times; however irritation increased because the conditioning strip quickly wore out. Aesthetics: A Scent: n/a Grip: A Conditioning: C Sharpness: A Endurance: B Nick factor: C

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It starts before the sun rises. At 7:15 a.m., Principal Mary Ann Ransdell has 30 minutes before the bell rings, and it’s just enough time to get a sense of what the day may hold. No matter what awaits on the other side of the bell, she is

prepared with a smile, soft-spoken voice and compassion-ate nature. And a huge fan club.Ransdell’s dedication to her students for the past 23 years

and her outstanding work as principal at Fodrea Commu-nity School are why she is the winner of She magazine’s She Deserves It contest, a series that highlights exceptional women nominated by She readers.Each winner receives a gift from contest sponsor Fair Oaks

Mall.Having grown up with 11 siblings, Ransdell has always

been around children. Reading has been the Western Ken-tucky alumna’s passion, and she’s worked to pass on that enthusiasm through teaching.“Knowing why some kids can’t [read] has always just been

a mystery to me,” she said. “That’s what you’re always look-ing for the answer for. What can you do to help this one read? What can you do to help that one read?” According to Ransdell, providing a caring atmosphere in

which students “feel safe and comfortable” is essential. One way she reaches her students is by making herself available to them and establishing and maintaining personal contact.

Her one-on-one time lets students know that they are each important. And, as a result, lunch with the principal has become very popular at Fodrea. Students commonly ask, “Can I have lunch with you today?”“Sometimes I’ll take a whole class, and we’ll just sit in the

community ed room,” she said. “And they’ll bring their lunches up, and we’ll just chat. And then they’ll all go to recess. And … in some kids’ cases, you think they just need that one-on-one time with you. And I’ll just let one or two come with me.” time tO celebrAteRewarding positive behaviors is part of the structure and

consistency that fill the halls of Fodrea. Celebrations, and sometimes costumes, play a role in that recognition. At the beginning of each nine weeks, there’s a festivity to recog-nize the good behaviors that occurred during the previous term. As the mother of three recently demonstrated, a great

sense of humor is a crucial part of the lighthearted atmo-sphere of celebration. Recently she donned a chicken cos-tume and danced the chicken dance. It was met with tre-mendous approval and calls for future appearances.“My sixth-grade students asked me if at graduation they

could have a picture of me with them in the chicken cos-tume,” Ransdell said. “I told them, ‘Yes’.”

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Her positive attitude and sense of humor are welcomed by students and admired by staff. “Mrs. Ransdell is not always the serious one. … She has been

known to dress up in a red nose, Dr. Seuss hat or bedroom slippers,” said Judy Lunsford, who teaches third grade. “She has also been heard singing a silly song for the winter holiday program, been seen dancing, and one can’t forget seeing her have wet sponges thrown at her face during the Spring Fun Fair.” Hanging on the wall opposite her desk is a framed picture

drawn by a second-grade student whom she helped through a difficult time. Standing below a rainbow are the student and Ransdell. Above the two figures the student wrote that when she grows up she wishes to be a principal like Ransdell so she, too, can make a positive difference in children’s lives and give second chances, just as she’d received a second chance.“That is what I look at each morning and make sure that I do

— to make sure that I give them lots of love and lots of chanc-es,” she said. “’Cause we all know children. It’s not their nature to be perfect. So we keep trying. Start each day anew.”mAtter Of trustRansdell believes that rapport built with a child goes a long

way. A sense of trust is critical.

MaryAnnRansdellgivesloveand

second chances to her students

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“That is what I look at each morning and make sure that I do — to make sure that I give them lots of love and lots of chances. ’Cause we all know children. It’s not their nature to be perfect. So we keep trying. Start each day anew.”

~ Mary Ann Ransdell,principalofFodreaCommunitySchool

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Ransdell with second-grade teacher Martha Heidt, left, and physical education teacher Jill Garris.

“A lot of children do not know how to verbalize what the problem is, and so the first thing is [to] calm them down. Sometimes if a child is having a bad day, you just take them aside and have just a short conversation with them. Say something positive. Say something funny to make them laugh.”

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Her dedication, compassion and optimism are also felt and appreciated by her staff. According to Lunsford, Ransdell leads her staff by her own example.“Not only does Mrs. Ransdell care for the children, but

she also has deep compassion for her entire staff,” Lun-sford said. “She genuinely cares about the well-being of each staff member.”Music teacher Beth Anne Brooks has worked with Rans-

dell for five years and says she is “one of those people you can’t help but admire.”“Mrs. Ransdell [makes] a difference in the lives of our

students because she creates a consistent, loving, firm but accepting environment in which our students are able to learn,” Brooks said. “She shows our students that they matter to her. What greater gift can one give to a child?”When she isn’t at school, Ransdell’s focus is on her fam-

ily, especially her grandchildren. Married for 37 years, she says that she and her husband, David, do get the travel bug.“My husband and I try to do something once a year. Both

of us agree that we want to see Alaska.”She considers herself very blessed.“I am so fortunate to work with such a wonderful group

of teachers,” Ransdell said. “That makes my job so much easier because we all are on that same page and we all have the same focus. And that focus is on helping chil-dren to be successful.”

“A lot of children do not know how to verbalize what the problem is, and so the first thing is [to] calm them down. Sometimes if a child is having a bad day, you just take them aside and have just a short conversation with them. Say something positive. Say something funny to make them laugh.”


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Give the gift of health and happiness offer those in your lives a gift card

so they may choose a quality bicycle,accessories or apparel. a gift that they

will enjoy for years to come.

Bicycle Station1201 Washington st., Columbus

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Give the gift of pampering this holiday season!treat everyone on your list to a gift card for products and services! We are a full service salon that offers a variety of hair, nails, waxing and skin treatments. stop by today or give us a call! Michelle’s Renaissance Beauty Salon1513 25th st., Columbus (maple Plaza) 812-376-9088

Appletters and Pairs in Pearsappleletters is like dominos, but you

connect letters not dots.Pairs in Pears involves making pairs of

intersecting words. it’s our best-selling game over the past two years. Both $16.99

Viewpoint Books548 Washington st., Columbus

www.viewpointbooks.com812-376-0778

Birch Vented Gas Log Set american Gas log Brands.

Come see our 22 burning displays.your fireplace specialist.

Bradbury’s2801 Central ave., Columbus

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Boots, belts, jewelry ...Cell phone covers and more.

Discount Boots & Tack1931 n. Ewing st., seymour812-523-3728

Coach eyewearGive the gift of style with Coacheyewear. We have hundreds of top name selections for women and men.

VanArsdall Family Optometrydr. Ken vanarsdall11th and Jackson streets, Columbus812-376-3068

Give the gift of health and happiness offer those in your lives a gift card

so they may choose a quality bicycle,accessories or apparel. a gift that they

will enjoy for years to come.

Bicycle Station1201 Washington st., Columbus

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discovery in Bethlehem that changed Christmas forever and the understanding that we give because God first gave to us.

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Visit the Vintage Winter Wonderlandat strawberry fields mercantile!Gifts from $1.99 and up. Strawberry Fields Mercantile326 Jackson st., hope812-546-0640

Perfect gift for the holidaystreat everyone on your list to a gift basket from

simmons Winery. Gift baskets are made to order and priced at $15 and up. add an extra special touch by adding a personalized bottle

of wine to the basket.

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Dixon Designs by Maggie Dixonstrawberry fields mercantile326 Jackson st., hope812-546-0640

Hearty & HappyHeartland Necklace

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Direct TV Get up to $26 off your monthlybill for 12 months. also get 3 monthsof stars and showtime frEE.Packages start at $29.99

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Samsung LED TVBreakthrough picture quality, smoother motion and eco-friendly features all wrapped up in an ultra slim 1.2-inch deep hdtv.

Luecke Audio, Video & AppliancesU.s. 50, west of JayCon seymour’s west side812-522-5123www.lueckeaudiovideo.com

2010 Dodge Challenger King of the asphalt jungle. flawlessly

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Bowman Automotive Group1873 E. tipton st., seymour

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massages, gift certificates,makeovers and much more.the perfect gift for all!

A Better Cut2331 n. marr roadColumbus812-378-1995Cypress Ladies Comfort Hybrid

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Spray-on bed linershardline linings are strong and great-looking and provide protection at a tremendous value. they come with a nationwide warranty.Prices vary on bed size.

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Front load washer & dryersmart dispense technology

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Bishopp's Appliances1647 national road, Columbus

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Clothingsomething for everyone

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Largest selection of spas in southern Indianaimagine ... stepping onto your back patio under the stars

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Bradbury’s2801 Central ave., Columbus

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bridesmaid's gowns.

Annalee's3623 25th Street, Columbus

812-372-9155Stay CoolStay dry and stay asleep with hot fl ash sleepwear from WildBleu.

Bevers HomeHealth Boutique200 S. Pine Street, Seymour812-523-5231

Fox GirlsFox Girls Sweatshirts are here and are available in all colors and styles. Starting at $49.99

Dreyer Honda South595 E. Tracy Road, Whiteland317-535-3700

Dazzling HolidayDresses for your special occasions.

That Special Touch544 Washington Street, Columbus812-375-2223

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Stay coolstay dry and stay asleep with

hot flash sleepwear from WildBleu.

Bevers Home Health Boutique200 s. Pine st., seymour

812-523-5231

Renew & Rejuvenate...Beautiful postcard and hand-crafted

gift certificates for any budget from $25 service of choice to $250 rendezvous couples

spa experience.

One Body One SoulMassage & Wellbeing Studio

431 sixth st., Columbus812-344-4941

Clothingsomething for everyone

Dreyer Honda South595 E. tracy road, Whiteland317-535-3700www.dreyerhondasouth.com

Silhouette Envisofeatures screwless hinge, EmPad systemnose pads and frosted plastic temples

Columbus Optical2475 Cottage ave., Columbus812-372-4117www.columbusoptical.com

Unique jewelrymake a personal fashion statement.

Call today and set up your special viewing.

Hot Glass Cool Jewelry1350 n. hill drive, Columbus

812-314-0996E-mail: [email protected]

Give the gift of memoriesthis holiday season.• Photos to Cd slideshow• 8mm and super 8 to dvd• vhs to dvd• vinyl to digital Cd

Flip That Video(812) 546- 5305www.flipthatvideo.net

Look radiant this holiday seasonlaser hair removal,

titan™ skin tightening, Botox®Gift certificates available.

Skin Deep Laser Centerat oB/Gyn associates

3183 n. national road, Columbus812-376-4020

www.skindeeplasercenter.com


Converse BoldConverse is famous for its strength and clar-ity of design with a young, style-conscious demographic.


Stockings filled with careFrom Vera Bradley

Christmas stockings in symphonyin hue and in Blue rhapsody.

Lockett’s Ladies Shop1202 Washington st., Columbus

812-376-8363Justin Boots the traditional Western boot.handcrafted in the U.s.ostrich and cow hide leather.men’s and women’s available.

Country Saddlery10317 U.s. 31, seymour812-445-3301

Pandora design your unforgettable

moments with Pandora charms,rings, necklaces and earrings

in sterling silver and 14K gold.


812-376-8363

Fraser fir Christmas tree Choose from a great selection of

freshly cut Christmas treesthis holiday season.

Prices start at $25 and up on all trees.

Wischmeier Nursery240 Jonesville road, Columbus

812-372-4662www.wischmeiernursery.com

CENTURY 21 Breeden Realtor Jan BrinkmanJan offers 30+ years of residential sales and

listing experience coupled with exceptional service. she can provide a smooth path to a

successful purchase or sale.

CENTURY 21 Breeden Realtors700 Washington st., Columbus

812-378-1712

SunKiss TanningGift certificatesall the newest styles of purses,clothing, jewelry and sunglasses.

Red Lips Boutique(located in sunKiss tanning)1675 n. national road, Columbus812-314-2tan2455 Jonathan moore Pike812-314-2222

Teleflora’s Jolly Jingle all-around arrangementBouquet approximately 16-by-15 inchesflowers, foliage and more!

Folger’s Four Seasons4710 W. Carlos folger drive, Columbus(812) 342-4112www.folgers4seasons.com

GE Front LoadWasher & DryerFeatures HydroMotion wash action with the GE Front Loading Washer and the Sensor Dry Plus featured in the GE Front Loading Dryer.GE Front Load Washer $999,GE Front Load Dryer $899

Bishopp's Appliances

1647 National Road, Columbus812-372-5899

interior & exterior

Be lazy.Complete your home with the right furniture, style, comfort and price at Furniture Plus. La-Z-Boy Recliners starting at $299.95.

Furniture PlusEastbrook Plaza, Columbus812-372-9220www.buyfurnitureplus.com

Home for the holidays.Kraftmaid is America's favorite cabin-etry, with a huge selection of colors,

materials and styles at a price you can aff ord. Planning and advice are

free. Rely on Joslin Cabinet Co. for all your cabinetry needs.

Joslin Cabinet Co.

4050 Middle Road, Columbuswww.joslincabinetco.com

812-379-1392

Courtyard Collection™The Courtyard Collection™ gives you the exceptional good looks of a “custom wood” garage door combined with the value and long lasting durability of a steel door. Call for a quote today.

Overhead Door1685 Indianapolis Road , Columbus(812) 379-2358


A Grand EntranceGive your holiday guests the grandentrance they deserve.

Vinyl Solutions Unlimited1-800-276-1676www.whynotvinyl.com


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Courtyard Collectionthe Courtyard Collection gives you

the exceptional good looks of a customwood garage door combined with the

value and long-lasting durability of asteel door. Call for a quote today.

Overhead Door1685 indianapolis road , Columbus

(812) 379-2358

See our great selection offamous name brands

haflinger, naot, finnComfort,Papillio, aravon,

Gift certificates available.

The Fitted Foot1239 E. fourth st., seymour

812-522-3800www.thefittedfoot.com

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Flexon 600 Seriesoffering simple and lightweight frame with clean construction. modern styling and some semi-rimless designs. it has diverse styling at a great price.


Justin Boots the traditional Western boot.handcrafted in the U.s.ostrich and cow hide leather.men’s and women’s available.

Country Saddlery10317 U.s. 31, seymour812-445-3301

Pandora design your unforgettable

moments with Pandora charms,rings, necklaces and earrings

in sterling silver and 14K gold.


812-376-8363

interior & exterior

Go green.User friendly meets trail-ready in the Boulder, a dirt-tough performer that's as at home in the woods as it is running errands downtown. $350

Columbus Cycle & Fitness833 16th Street, Columbus812-372-7486

2009 Dodge ChallengerKing of the asphalt jungle. Flawlesslysculpted design, packing serious HEMI muscle. Starting at $25,740.

Bowman Automotive Group1873 E. Tipton Street, Seymour812-522-2982www.bowmanautomotive.com

Classic & VintageSchwinn has enjoyed a heritage of providing quality products and service for more than 100 years. With vintage lines, timeless style and aff ordable transportation, there's a Schwinn Scooter to fi t everyone's needs. Many styles available.

Seymour Power Sport708 W. Tipton Street, Seymour812-522-9313

Carpet Maniahas you covered.

This holiday season, choose from great fl ooring products from Mannington and

Congoleum as well as great cabinets from Kitchen Kompact and Schrock. Call

with measurements for a quote.

Carpet Mania & Cabinet Mania1428 10th Street, Columbus

(812) 372-7577


Silent Night MusicalJim Shore's "Silent Night" musical lights up. This and other Jim Shore items 20% off from November 22 till December 6. $58.99

Tenn Oaks1661 N. State Street, North Vernon812-346-2959www.tennoaks.com

Crystal ClearWaterford Crystal 33" table lamp withbrass fi nish with Pineapple SupremeSatin Fancy Oval Shade.

Cummings LighthouseUS 31, Seymourwww.cummingslighthouse.com812-523-3410

Stay Warm & RelaxedWinter is right around the corner and so is some of the best “hot tubbing” weather. At Backyard Oasis, we have the right hot tub for your home. $5,500 and up

Backyard Oasis1428 10th Street, Columbus(812) 372-7559


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Silent Night MusicalJim shore’s “silent night” musical lights

up. this and other Jim shore items are 20%off from nov. 22 till dec. 6.

$58.99

Tenn Oaks1661 n. state st., north vernon

812-346-2959www.tennoaks.com

Dish Network Get up $15 off your monthly billfor 12 months. also get 3 months of hBoand showtime frEE.Packages start at $19.99

Tom's Antenna10270 W 700 s, Columbus812-342-8212www.tomsantennaandsatellite.com

Food & Spirits Book our upstairs room, overlooking the lights of Washington street, for your holiday parties.


Tre Bicchieri425 Washington st., Columbus

812-372-1962

See our great selection offamous name brands

haflinger, naot, finnComfort,Papillio, aravon,


The Fitted Foot1239 E. fourth st., seymour

812-522-3800www.thefittedfoot.com

This holiday season find usin Fair Oaks Mall located next to santa Claus.

Imagination Station26 E. Jefferson st., franklin317-736-9636www.imaginationstationtoys.com

Winter coats and accessories add zip to cold days

Winter is coming on strong, and it’s time to bundle up in snug and protective outerwear. However, warmth doesn’t have to sacrifice fashion.Coats, hats, gloves, scarves and boots should be consid-

ered an extension of or an addition to your daily ward-robe. This season’s styles and fits are varied enough to suit anyone’s body type and personal style. Perhaps the most important item is a winter coat.Paula Hartwell, assistant manager at Edinburgh Pre-

mium Outlets, provided these tips for selecting the right style and making the most of your investment:

Jacket of all trades

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v Take note: Heavy coats are notnecessarilywarmer. Fabric content ismore important. Check if the coat islinedtoprovideextraprotection.

v Besuretoexaminehowthecoatismade.Areseamsproperlystitchedandfinished,areshoulderseamsrein-forced,doesthecollarsitstraightandlayflat?

v Consider your lifestyle. Shorter-length coats are more convenientforgetting inandoutofvehiclesandclimbingstairs;alongercoatcouldbebeneficial forextendedperiodsout inthe cold because it covers and pro-tects.

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v Rememberthisrule…ifitdoesn’tmatch,coverit.Ifyourcoatdoesn’tcomplementtheoutfityou’rewearing,makesurethecoatcoversit.Togetmaximummileageoutofacoat,consideraneutralcolorandconservativestyle.

v Wearathicksweaterwhenshoppingforawintercoattomakesureit’sroomyandwillaccommodatelay-eringunderneath.Besuretostretchyourarmstotestforeasymovementaroundtheshoulderarea.

v Asingle-breastedcoatlooksbestonaheaviersil-houettebecauseitcreatesastrongverticalline.

v Awrap-stylecoatgenerallyaddsroundnesstoasilhouette.

v Petitewomenshouldavoidsweeping,floor-lengthcoats.Short,fittedcoatsaremoreflattering.

v Tallerwomenshouldchooseabeltedcoattobreaktheirverticallineandde-emphasizeheight.Alongcoatisagreatoption.

v Forwomenwithamplehips,avoidanycoat thatendsatthehips.Itwillonlyaccentuatethisarea.Lookforacoatthatisbroaderattheshoulder.

Once you’ve selected a coat, it’s time to find accessories, such as a hat, scarf and gloves. If you’ve chosen a neutral coat (black, brown, gray, tan), you can jazz it up with a col-orful or patterned accessory set.Boots are the last aspect of the winter outfit and perhaps

most varied, depending on their intended use. Hot styles this season for casual and work wear are flat boots and ankle boots.


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Flat boots provide comfort and are great options with skirts or over jeans, especially if you’re tall. If you want to add a little length to your figure, try a boot with heel or wedge. When tra-versing through snow or rain, it’s best to choose a boot with a fabric that won’t be damaged by moisture (so, stay away from suede).With a little research you can find the perfect outerwear to

keep you warm and looking great during these dreary Indiana winter days.


Lori Erfmeier perfectsthe fine art of jewelry makingBy Kami Ervin | Photos By JoEl PhiliPPsEn

Splendor in the glassSplendor in the glass

The process of making fused glass involves careful cutting, design and color matching.

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WWith her father’s influence, a creative touch and the support of her family, one Columbus resident has proven that jewelry making is indeed a work of art.Lori Erfmeier, who originally hails from Sidney,

Ohio, graduated with a degree in social services from the University of Kentucky. She moved to Co-lumbus after meeting her husband, Shawn, who is native to the city.They resided in the area for a few years before

Shawn Erfmeier took a job in a small town in west-ern New York. However, after being offered a job closer to this area, the family was ready to plant their roots permanently back in Columbus.While working full time and raising two young

sons — 8-year-old Leyton and 5-year-old Spencer — adding a working hobby to her agenda was the last thing on Erfmeier’s mind until she received a call a little more than a year ago from her father, a retired artist.“I remember the date — it was August 8th, 2008.

Dad told me that he wanted us to come home to Ohio that weekend and learn how to do this jewelry together,” Erfmeier said. Looking forward to spend-ing some time with her parents, she agreed.After being shown the unique, fused-glass art jew-

elry, she was immediately hooked but concerned about the equipment and materials she would need for start-up.“I was kind of nervous about making the invest-

ment,” Erfmeier admitted. “But Shawn was very supportive and said, ‘If you don’t like it, we can al-ways sell the stuff on eBay!’”The process of making fused glass involves careful

cutting, design and color matching. The piece then spends about an hour in a kiln and requires an ad-ditional five hours of cool down until it is finished.

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hOt And cOOlErfmeier started her business,

HOT Glass COOL Jewelry, about a year ago and makes bracelets, necklaces, earrings and rings. Each piece is differ-ent and can be customized for anyone’s tastes. She has made jewelry for a bridal party and birthday parties and has designed several gifts for her customers.“This type of jewelry isn’t for everyone,” she said. “But

it’s a unique piece of art that you can give someone.”Neighbor and friend Heather Krebs has gotten to

know Erfmeier over the last couple of years and has become a steady customer as well.“I’ve bought jewelry from Lori for gifts, and she also

made the jewelry for my niece’s bridal shower,” Krebs said. “I enjoy going down and looking at all of her piec-es. She has quite a gift.”

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Shawn makes the leather cords used for the necklaces, helps maintain the kiln and sometimes even makes jew-elry.“I’m not very creative,” he laughed.

“I’m here more for technical support when something needs fixed.”Erfmeier has set up a studio in her basement, where

she keeps her supplies, kiln and several of her pieces. Be-cause her art involves glass, she is especially careful when her children are in the workshop.“There is a yellow line marked on the floor,” she said.

“The boys aren’t allowed to cross that line without wearing shoes, and they know the rules. I cut myself all time!”AnOther tAlentWhile Erfmeier makes many pieces for friends and re-

peat customers, she also submits photos of her work to art shows, where handmade jewelry is popular. Photog-raphy is another of her loves, and she set up a special booth in her studio to take pictures of her pieces.“Art shows are hard to get into,” she explained. “They

are juried, and you have to be selected to be able to show.”The family takes the jewelry art on the road to festivals,

farmers markets and other events.“It’s a great experience to see all the art,” she said. “It’s a

family affair for us, and it’s good family time.”Erfmeier enjoys the weekends when her parents come

to visit and she and her father can spend time in her studio working together. Discovering a talent she didn’t know she had has opened her eyes to the many different types of materials she can use for her art.“Wine bottles and scrap glass are a great available

source of glass,” she said.While Erfmeier spends several hours a week on her

jewelry, her full-time job is with Bartholomew Consoli-dated School Corp., where she works as a parent/child specialist in the Title 1 program helping families of pre-kindergartners prepare for school.Her experience as a social worker at Quinco during her

first few years in Columbus fueled her passion for chil-dren.“It’s a great job,” she said. “I love working with these

kids and their parents, helping them prepare for kinder-garten.”Erfmeier puts that same passion into her jewelry mak-

ing.“Life is busy, and this is my getaway,” she said. “This

makes a good balance.”


~ Terri Stoebick

“I believe small communities are the heart of the country”

Kathy Harless, left, and Terri Stoebickoutside the newly opened Persnicketygift shop in Freetown.

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preservationFriends’giftshopaddsone

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No.That was Terri Stoebick’s immediate response when Kathy Harless, her friend

and co-worker, asked her to become her business partner, opening a small gift shop and art gallery in the tiny Jackson County community of Freetown.“I meant no until I thought about it,” Stoebick said later, reflecting on the initial

conversation. But the next day, she had second thoughts.What prompted her change of heart are the artistic members of her family,

including a daughter-in-law who quilts, a daughter who does wood-burning and a son who makes inlaid wooden boxes.“So many family members have talents but no place to sell their work,” Stoebick

explained. “I think this is a neat thing to do for my family. (And) it’s real exciting to bring something back to life. I’m happy to be a part of that.”What the two friends are helping bring back to life is the town itself, with a

population numbering in the hundreds and where many businesses have packed up, moved on or closed down.Their shop, Persnickety, is the latest small business to open in the tiny town, of-

fering a unique variety of merchandise, including jewelry, quilts, candles, wood-craft and purses.

~ Terri Stoebick

“I believe small communities are the heart of the country”


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Some of the merchandise is handmade, some is purchased wholesale, but one rule that is strictly followed is that everything must be unique in some way. The theme of the shop is “uniquely refined, simply elegant.”A small back room does duty as an art gallery; the works of

three local artists are on display: Jeff Harris, George “Chip” James and Kyle McIntosh.Harris, a Freetown native, and Harless have been friends since

childhood. He makes his living doing freelance construction and helped Stoebick and Harless set up shop.But Harris is also an artist. He started painting as a teenager

and hasn’t put his paintbrush down yet, primarily using acrylics and watercolors. One of his specialties is portraits, working off photographs of his subjects.“I paint anything and everything,” he said.“How much fun to give people who love to do something like

that a place to put it,” Harless said.the reAsOn behind the wOrkAll this is another piece of a dream nurtured by longtime Free-

town residents, Donna and Russell Fritz. If there is a community project going on in Freetown, it’s a safe bet the Fritzes are in-volved in some way.The couple purchased a handful of small buildings in the heart

of the community, some vacant and most in need of extensive repair, and renovated them. Donna has opened an ice cream shop; Russell a hardware store. There is an antique shop, and other family members have reopened one of the community’s grocery stores. There are two more buildings waiting for occu-pants.Other community groups have jumped on the bandwagon.

The local improvement association purchased the building that used to be a drug store, planning to make it a museum focused on the history of the town and township.That group has also joined forces with Pershing Township and

the community’s Fourth of July committee, pooling their funds to purchase property adjacent to the town park to expand it.“I’m excited,” Donna said, when asked for comments about

Persnickety. “I think the town’s excited. Slowly but surely it’s all falling into place. ... Kathy and Terri, they are great people.”fAmily ties, gOOd friendsStoebick and Harless met as co-workers at Jackson County

Bank in Seymour; their offices are next to each other, and they have lunch together every day.Harless said they have been working on a close friendship for

about a year and that Stoebick helped fill a void when her moth-er, Wanda Smith, died.Wanda was a graduate of Freetown High School, which closed

its doors long ago, and Kathy has lived in the community since eighth grade. A graduate of IU with a major in forensic studies and a minor in art history, Harless lived in Ohio for a while but found that wasn’t where her heart was. “I just missed home,” she said. “I moved back here and have

been here ever since.”Harless is also involved with Seymour Main Street, a downtown

revitalization effort focused on that community, and serves on the board of District 11 Legal Aid. Her son, Jacob, is 13.“He’s my hobby,” Harless joked, explaining she follows Jacob

on his sports beat — basketball and baseball.


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2690 State St. • Columbus812-372-1915

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Serving Columbus Since 1949

Stoebick has lived in many places, most recently Indianapo-lis, before moving to Brown County, settling with her husband, Tom. She retired from a bank in Indianapolis, but that retirement

lasted all of nine months, when a recruiter found her and she opted to take the job at Jackson County Bank.Her interests revolve around her home, including gardening

and canning; she also has a flair for decorating, and much of the shop’s decor is a result of her skill. The furnishings came from whatever the two women found in their attics and basements; they managed to pull things together in just 40 days.“This was so much fun, putting it all together,” Stoebick said.“It was hard,” Harless admitted. “We signed the lease on Sept. 1

and opened on Oct. 9.”

The two know it’s going to be a challenge balancing work, family and the shop, so for now, Persnickety is open only on weekends.“We’re not going to do both at the same time. We’ll do this

weekends and give each other breaks,” Stoebick said.She also hinted that if she ever does retire, she might run the

shop full time. Although technically a business, neither Harless nor Stoebick uses that word.“It’s heartfelt,” Harless agreed, when that observation was

shared with them.“I believe in small communities. Our bank is a community bank.

… I believe small communities are the heart of the country. If we let them go into decay, we’re losing something.” Persnickety is at 4779 W. Indiana 58, in the heart of Freetown.

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Thiscakebegstobeenjoyedatthistimeofyear,includingasaThanksgivingdessert.

It delivers so much elegance for a minimalamount of effort. It’s fluffy yet buttery withmoistchunksofapple.Ithasazigzagtoppingofcracklymeringueandatitsbaseisalayerofcrisp,richpastry.

Tocreatethepastryallyoudoisrubtogetherflour, sugarandbutteruntil it’s crumblyandpat someof it into thebottomofacakepan.The rest becomes the cake’s batter when youaddeggs,milk,applesandlemon.Topitwithstreaksofsoftwhippedmeringueandbake.


ElegantAppleCakemakes flavorfulThanksgiving dessert

tuscAn APPle cAke with crAckly meringue

(Serves 8 to 10)

2 cups (10 ounces) unbleached all-purpose flour

(organic preferred)

1½ cups (10.5 ounces) sugar

Generous pinch salt

1½ sticks (6 ounces) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces

¾ cup milk

1 teaspoon vanilla

Shredded zest of 1 large lemon

2 large eggs (4 ounces)

3 tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour

1 tablespoon baking powder

2 large (about 1 pound) apples(Granny Smith, Braeburn or Gala), peeled,cored and cut into ½-inch pieces

meringue tOPPing:

1 large egg white2 tablespoons sugarPlace the rack in center of the oven and preheat to 375 degrees. Grease

and flour a 9-inch springform pan.In a large bowl, with your fingertips, rub together the first measures of

flour and sugar with the salt and butter until crumbly. Remove 1 cup of the crumbs and press them onto bottom of the springform pan and about ½-inch up the sides, making a crust about 1/8-inch thick.Make a well in the remaining crumb mixture. Pour into it the milk, eggs,

vanilla, lemon zest, the second measure of flour and baking powder.With a whisk, blend this mixture thoroughly without incorporating the

crumbs. Then with a wooden spoon stir in the crumb blend until well blended but still a little lumpy. Fold in the apples. Scrape the batter into the pan.Make the topping by beating the egg white until foamy. Beat in the 2

tablespoons sugar until whites barely stand in peaks.Zigzag it over the top of the batter, leaving two-thirds of the batter un-

covered. Don’t cover the cake entirely with the meringue or it won’t bake properly. You need only stripes of it, with much of the cake not topped with the whites.Bake 65 to 75 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out

clean.Remove from oven and cool 30 minutes on a wire rack. Slip off sides of

the pan and finish cooling cake. Serve at room temperature.Covered in plastic wrap, the cake holds well at cool room temperature

for two days. It keeps a week in the refrigerator. Warming in the oven makes it even tastier.


ElegantAppleCakemakes flavorfulThanksgiving dessert

“Jingle bells, jingle bells, stress is on its way!”That’s a familiar old tune, unfortunately. There are ways to reduce your stress level

and keep up your activity level throughout the holiday season. It’s very tempting to throw your exercise routine away with all the demands of cha-

otic schedules, but the holidays are not the time to do it. Stress is high with added shopping, increased food preparation, house guests, financial stress and more de-mands on your time. Exercise reduces stress by releasing endorphins, those “feel good” little hormones,

and exercise additionally provides an outlet to release pent-up stress.

By shayla holtKamP

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Herearesometipsonhowtomaintainyourexerciseprogramwithinthemidstofholidaychaos:•Ifyoushopatamall,goearlyandlapthemallbefore

youstartshopping,inthemiddleofshoppingandbeforeyouleavethemall.•Makesurethatyouparkyourcarasfarawayaspos-

siblewheneveryoushop,gotodinnerorvisitsomeone.•Keepyourwalkingshoesinyourcartobeprepared

forthoseunexpectedwalkingopportunities.•Tellyourgueststobringcomfortablewalkingshoes

andinformthemaheadoftimethatyouwillbegoingoutforawalkafterdinner.•Getsomedailyfitnesspassesfromyourgymtopass

outtoguestsandtakethemtoclasswithyou.•Tourdecoratedneighborhoodsbyfootratherthanby

car.• Bundle the family up and do some old-fashioned

Christmascaroling.

Ifyouaretraveling:•Takeadvantageofthewaitingtimeinairportstogetin

somebriskwalkingintheterminal.

•Findagyminadvanceinareaswhereyouwillbetrav-elingthatwillallowyoutoworkoutforaminimalcharge.

•Investinsomeportable,lightweightexerciseequip-ment,suchasresistancebands,ajumpropeoradeflat-ableexerciseball.

• Google “exercises you can do without equipment”andsetaside15to20minuteseverydaytodothem.

•Somehotelshaveexercisevideosyoucancheckoutiftheexerciseroomsaretoobusyoryoudon’tlikework-ingoutinpublic.

• Ifyouare fortunateenoughtobe ina locationwithsnow, go outside and build a snowman or fort, helpneighborsshoveltheirdrivewaysandtakethekidssled-ding.

•Andmostimportant,don’tgetdownonyourselfifyoudon’tgetinyourusualfitnessroutine.Youwillgetbacktoit.Inthemeantimefindthoselifestyleactivitiesthatwillincreaseyourcaloricoutput.

Exerciseforhealthbenefits isnotanall-or-nonesitua-tion.Justbecreativeinfindingmorewaystomoveandenjoytheholidayseason.

Shayla Holtkamp is a personal trainer for Columbus Regional Hospital’s Wellness Program.


By ryan Brand

June 2009.The final arrangements for our trip to San Francisco to attend my cousin Kelsey’s

wedding were in place, and what a trip it was shaping up to be. Both a Christian and a Hindu ceremony, a trip to wine country, an afternoon

among the giant sequoias and a chance to catch up with family and old friends. It was going to be seven days in the city by the bay, and no one could have predicted how this trip was going to end.

My parents made reservations to rent a house for the week, and 10 family mem-bers joined us in the Presidio. It was a busy place. We had a full itinerary, and coordinating things in our house with the rest of the family and members of the wedding party was difficult to say the least.

First item on the schedule was the wine tasting in Sonoma. Fifteen of us on a party bus sampling the finest Sonoma had to offer. The afternoon before the trip, Gretchen pulled me aside to tell me that she hadn’t been feeling well since we ar-rived in San Francisco. She said she felt “pregnant.”

Now considering that I had visited a physician to prevent the pitter patter of ad-ditional tiny feet in our household 14 months prior, I attributed her condition to dinner from the night before or the stress of travel with our two daughters. Re-gardless of my assurances that all she needed was some rest, she couldn’t shake the feeling.

There was a drug store just a few blocks away, and along with antacids she de-cided that a pregnancy test would put her mind at ease before a day of drinking wine with family and friends.

Thirty minutes later I arrived back at the house with a bottle of Tums and the first pregnancy test I could find. Gretchen disappeared to the bathroom and 15 min-utes later called me back to our bedroom. Now, I had picked up one of the tests that use strange hieroglyphics to depict a positive or negative result.

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She directed me to take a look on the bathroom sink. When I first saw the test, it was unclear, at best, in my mind. Was it a plus? Was it a minus? Was it a fuzzy division symbol? Hard to tell, I thought. She was certain, but I was still skeptical. Back to the drug store I went.

I spent time reading every test label, reviewing every option. I returned with a pregnancy test for dummies, one that says “pregnant” or “not preg-nant.” We discussed waiting for the next morning to take the second test, but impatience got the better of us.

The results were quite clear. Pregnant! Our family of four became a fam-ily of five before our very eyes. The flood of emotion that overcame us is hard to describe. We were as unprepared for this news as you could imagine. Of course there were tears of joy, but also lots of concerns. What would our friends and family think? Our daughters? It was time to turn our lives upside down again and head down the path we had taken twice before. Needless to say, I beat the procedure’s odds of a 0.6 percent chance of conception.

Gretchen called her doctor the next morning to schedule an appoint-ment for as soon as we returned. We decided it would be best to wait to make the announcement until after we got back home. What a secret to keep for the next five days, and it was the morning of the trip to wine country, a trip Gretchen had been looking forward to.

Trying to fool friends and family that Gretchen was indeed tasting wine at the six stops on our tour was a difficult task, but we were committed to keeping the secret. We played the upset stomach card, but I still ended up drinking most of her servings that she couldn’t discreetly pour out.

By the time we got to the last vineyard we figured out how to make an arrangement with our guide to secretly have white and red grape juice poured into Gretchen’s glass during the tasting. I was stumbling a bit by this time.

We made it through the first day, but with a bachelorette party, rehearsal dinners and two wedding ceremonies yet to come, we were far from out of the woods.

The next morning our anticipation overcame us, and we decided to re-veal our secret to my parents, hoping they would help to keep this under wraps.

They were, of course, elated and happy to act as accomplices to our plan. Gretchen and I knew how hard this secret was for us to keep, but grand-parents? Who were we kidding? Over the next couple of days everyone knew and thank goodness. No more charades, just joy and congratula-tions.

The rest of the week’s events came off without a hitch. The two wonder-ful wedding ceremonies rekindled our 10-year love affair. The trip to the sequoias reminded us that there are things at work much larger than our own lives, and family and friends reinforced that nothing is more impor-tant than the love that keeps us together. What a trip.

It sounds clichéd to say something like “life works in mysterious ways,” but thank goodness. Mysteries and miracles are separated only by the smallest of margins, and it all depends on how you see your world.

This was a miracle.

Ryan Brand lives in Columbus with his family. He is the vice president of Brands Inc.

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Landscape Logic

Preparing your tools and equipment for their winter with a little bit of attention now will be rewarded with years of good service. You can start to prepare your tools by giving them a thorough cleaning.Remove caked-on soil from shovels, hoes,

trowels and spades. Scrub the blades and han-dles with soap and water and allow them to dry completely before storing. Putting a little linseed oil or similar protector over wood handles will keep the wood from drying and splitting. Sharpening your tools now will help ensure a quick start in spring when the gar-dening bug bites.

Drain water from garden hoses and sprinklers and hang them to dry before coiling the hoses for storage. Rinse and dry your fertilizer/pes-ticide spreader and oil all moving parts. Pesti-cide sprayers should be rinsed and allowed to drip dry before storing.When your lawn has seen its last mowing for

this season, run your mower until it is out of fuel. Changing the mower’s spark plug and sharpening the blades now will save you some time next spring.— Purdue Extension educator Mike Ferree

HeaLTHY HaBiTs

Floss your teeth. Recent studies make a di-rect connection between longevity and teeth flossing. Nobody knows exactly why. Perhaps it’s because people who floss tend to be more health conscious than people who don’t?

Thought for the day: Floss and be your body’s boss.— Columbus Regional Hospital

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Grab the girls and see a showing of “Julie and Julia,” starring Meryl Streep at Yes Cinema in downtown Columbus. The heartwarming film chronicles the rise of renowned chef Julia

Child. P.S. Husbands might like this film, too; they just won’t admit it.For show times visit yescinema.org.

“The Great Lakes Reader: Essays on the States that Make the Great Lakes Great.” $10.95. 137 pages. Various authors. This collection of 13 essays about the states

surrounding the Great Lakes offers intriguing personal views of the Midwest. One of the two Indiana essays was written by

Viewpoint’s Terry Whittaker, and although it

talks of the influence of high school basketball as he grew up in Elkhart, the experience could easily translate to Columbus. You will enjoy these snapshots, road trips and

memories.— Viewpoint Books

Recommended Reading

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• Therapeutic Foster Care for at-risk youth

• Residential Services including ICF/MR Group Home, Adult Foster Care (AFC) and Supported Living Services for adults and children with developmental disabilities

• Adult Foster Care (AFC) and in-home supports for elders

Since we fi rst began serving adults with developmental disabilities in 1985, Indiana MENTOR has grown to become a leading providerof community-based services that enable those we care for to grow and thrive.

Indiana MENTOR is a partner of The MENTOR Network. Founded in 1980, The MENTOR Network is a national network of local human services providers offering an array of quality, community-based services to adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities, acquired brain injury and other catastrophic injuries and illnesses; and to youth with emotional, behavioral and medically complex challenges as well as their families.

Mentor is an equal opportunity employer committed to cultural diversity in the workplace.

Visit our local office at 820 E. Tipton St. Seymour IN. 47274. Contact us at 1-866-724-7474 or online at www.in-mentor.com for more details on what opportunities Mentor has to offer.

















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