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By Christine BavenderFor Current in Carmel

You could say Susie Beiman likes change.

She has run an eyeglass boutique, sold pharmaceuticals, and was one of the originators of Crackers Comedy Club in Indianapolis.

“It was funny; I was on vacation in L.A. with my boyfriend at the time and we ended up in the front row at the Comedy Store,” she said. “Of course we got picked on by the comedian – Ollie Joe Prater. He came up after and said he hoped he’d not been too hard on us.”

That chance encounter led to a friend-ship – a friendship that eventually led to the idea for Crackers.

“We were just laughing and chatting one day, and I said that maybe we should open a comedy club,” Beiman explained. “He (Ollie) looked at me and said ‘I’ve been waiting for you to say that.’ ”

Crackers Comedy Club opened in 1982, but three years later Beiman sold her half of the business to her partner and moved on.

Five years ago she was diagnosed with breast cancer. She’s now in remission.

“I had a lumpectomy and radiation,” Beiman said. “They said there was no need for chemo and now I just go in for check-ups once a year.”

And she watches what she eats.

“I do all organic dairy, chicken and beef,” the Carmel resi-dent explained. “That’s because of the added estrogen put into our meat and dairy. And I probably don’t have more than three cups of decaf coffee a month. I stopped with caffeine many, many years ago when I noticed it started making my heart race.”

These days her pulse races over new finds to add to her inventory at her gift shop, Details. The store first opened in 1990 at 86th Street and Ditch Road in Indianapolis. Five years later, it moved to its current location next to the Fashion Mall at River Crossing.

Items range from pottery to glass to hand-painted furniture and much, much

more. Prices range from $3 to $6,000. “I tell people

it’s either beau-tiful or whim-sical or we don’t have it,” Beiman said.

Beiman is highly selective about what she sells.

“I am constantly looking for the next new

thing,” she ex-plained. “Very few sales reps call on us be-cause we don’t want what everyone else has.”

Beiman just returned from a buying trip to the New York City International Gift Fair.

“I take our manager with us because I

realized I was a bit jaded, and her eye will pick out what my eye will miss,” Beiman said. “And because she’s always on the sales floor more than I am she knows what cus-tomers want.”

Most of the items the store features are from U.S. or Canadian artists.

“We do have some Indiana people,” Beiman said. “We have jewelry from a couple of local people, as well as some glass starfish and vases from the area and items from a metalworker in Southern Indiana who does great big metal fish with bubbles coming from their mouths. And we just got pottery in from a Bloomington

potter.”And while

she plans to continue with Details, Beiman is always ready to add to her resume.

“Who knows what I might just do next,” she said with a laugh.

REINVENTINGHerselfRunning a business

is no laughing matter for Susie Beiman,

who helped start a comedy club and now owns Details gift shop.

Five Tips for a Healthy LifeA breast cancer survivor, Susie Beiman strives to live a healthy life, and for her that means incorporating several things into her daily life. Her top tips are:1. Exercise 2. Take necessary steps to avoid work burnout and know what to do to have fun.3. Avoid drinking beverages in plastic bottles that have gotten really hot – for example after they have been sitting in a car. Beiman said xenoestrogens leak from the plastic and are believed to be cancer-causing.4. Eat organic meat and drink organic milk to avoid high levels of estrogen from animals being given growth hormones5. And for women – do a baseline saliva test well before you are menopausal to determine our natural hormone levels so you can use that information down the road if you need to begin hormone replacement therapy

Susie BeimanAge: 54

Originally from: IndianapolisEducation: Graduate of North

Central High School and Indiana University

Degree: Art with a major in jewelry designFavorite book:

“Ishmael” by Daniel QuinnFavorite quote: “Try not. Do, or do

not. There is no try.” – Yoda, from Star Wars.

Photos By Shane Rodimel

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It is our position that the upcom-ing presidential election is shaping up to become one of the most historic in American history. Surely each election is touted as the most important since whichever one was last the “most” important. But this time around the major parties are likely to field the first 70-plus-year-old candidate in John McCain, an either the first non-white candidate in Barack Obama or the first female candidate (and the first spouse of another president) in Hillary Clinton. This con-test must have political scientists around the globe salivating at the chance to test, prove and disprove all sort and manner of theories about the American political

landscape. Here’s the most salacious question: Is

this country more sexist, racist, or ageist? It assumes so little about how we make

choices. Will we chose our lead-ers exclusively based upon their aesthetics? At the end of the day, democracies function because people will ultimately do what they believe is in their best inter-est and in the best interest of those for whom they care and love. We hope that this election proves this supposition true.

Regardless, these candidates are to be com-mended for serving as an example of just how far this nation has come on so many fronts. Congratulations to us all, and let the games commence.

IT’S all aBouT CHoICES

OBAMA

It is our position that, while indi-vidual community flavor is good for all, our local convention of provinciality is severely disabling our efforts to con-tend with the communities with whom we should focus our competitive attention. Some might blame it on Indiana’s tradition of class basketball. Whatever the reason, we must move beyond the silly if not destructive contention that if Carmel succeeds that Indianapolis must be suffering and vice versa. One would think that such notions would have failed with the final hold-out fief-doms in feudal Europe. But alas, we con-tinue to make war with each other whilst

the barbarians are at the gate. Some even argue that arts in Carmel will kill arts in other communities, as if a vibrant arts community can only exist on one place at a time.

Our region – yes region – is competitive with scores of others around the country (and the world). Columbus, Ohio, is little more or less attractive to the relo-cating German company

than Indianapolis. What makes us stand tall might be the Colts – or it might be the superior schools of Carmel/clay. In a fiercely competitive world, the credit seems far less consequential than the outcome.

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Ask most people about the greatest disappointments of their lives and see what they say. Most will complain about lost love, missed

opportunity and squandered youth. While others are quick to answer that they’ve not really experienced any. Maybe they are the lucky ones. The few who are able to put the missed birth-day request or dashed prom date invitation into the proper perspective can get beyond the slight of the past to take their lives in the whole. That missed puppy for Christmas in 1982 is easily replaced with all of the bounty of life today. “After all,” they might declare, “what is my life missing?” They have a good point.

Most of our lives are an embarrass-ment of riches. So why is it that we often find ourselves indulging in a need for self pity?

As much as I try to move beyond the fact that the movie that I really wanted to see is sold out, I find that it annoys me that I have made the trip … stood in line … and been disappointed. My life will not end. I will likely enjoy a different flick (especially if I get over being irri-tated by the unexpected change of plan). And, failure to get on with the night will only result in my paying for a movie I didn’t want to see and now fully intend to refuse to enjoy. Experience has taught that we need to get control of ourselves and our situation. Does the movie really matter? What was the goal of the outing?

Disappointment is not shameful, but failing to deal with it might be. Can we

really appreciate what’s at risk unless we take note of our loss?

Disappointment vexes us. It makes us crazy and irresponsible. It changes us in

an instant in a way that the world cannot change in a lifetime. A childhood fixa-tion over a ball given rather than a bicycle probably isn’t the cause for world wars or spousal abuse, but it does seem to cause some of us a tremendous amount of pain. Moreover, it gives us an excuse to act out our own game of frustration. Why does disappointment hit us so hard? Some attest that Hitler’s spiral into madness began with the rejection of his student art projects.

Yet we continue to set goals and expectations – all of which could lead to disastrous disappointment – and hope desperately that our needs will be met. Many at Indiana University have expressed “disappointment” at the alleged actions of once again disgraced men’s basketball coach Kelvin Sampson. We hired the man and then asked, “Why does it hurt so much?” Business deals are off track – partners are underperform-ing or worse; and yet we forge on. The scales taunt each morning that the added holiday pounds are still hanging around. While it may be impossible or even un-healthy to ignore disappointment, it cer-tainly cannot be good to live in it.

Terry Anker is the associate editor of Current in Carmel. You may e-mail him at terry@cur-rentincarmel.com.

WE’RE QuITE SICK oF ‘DIRE WaRNINGS’

I DoN’T MEaN To DISaPPoINTWell, we should have predicted it. State

lawmakers are giving us “dire warnings” about the impact of the property tax caps proposed by Gov. Mitch Daniels. We’re being inundated with “Chicken Little” predictions of cuts in fire protec-tion; police protection; closures of parks; unfilled potholes (like THAT’S anything news); and our personal favorite: reduced trash service leading to a flood of “vermin and rats.” First thing, rats ARE vermin, but the bottom line is this: Don’t buy into any of this nonsense.

We have a news flash for these elected officials: There’s already a flood of “vermin and rats,” and it’s YOU! This ridiculous fear mongering about cuts in services that will make our cities and towns resemble a scene from a Mad Max movie is shameful. Instead of your dime-store strategy of scar-ing us to death, we want you to grow up (not likely) and start talking intelligently (also not likely) about reducing the level of spending. Starting now.

First, we want a plan to reduce head count immediately. No one, outside of government, believes you’re not over-staffed, and we want it dealt with now. All the support staffs that don’t administer the

necessary services to run a city or town: Out! We don’t need to pay employees to send out press releases telling us salt trucks will be sent out before a snowstorm. Immediately bring employee pension and benefits packages in line with the private sector. The number of paid government holidays is a joke. If your employees have this much time for long weekends, it fur-ther proves our point; you’re overstaffed. This represents a good start to cutting gov-ernment waste and would bring millions of dollars in savings to the taxpayer.

So, we’re tired of your cheap tricks. And voters, you should stand up and insist these folks stop it at once. This can be a productive process if we have elected offi-cials willing to stop their selfishness and do what’s right for the most forgotten group in the state, the taxpayers.

READER’S TAKE

Editors: I ran unsuccessfully for Carmel City

Council at-large on the Democratic ticket in this past election. …

The third paragraph of the enclosed Backshop really astounded me (and I am not easily astounded after 41 years practic-ing law). You state, “Quite a liberal move in the seat of conservatism!” I do agree that Carmel is conservative, but in my wildest imagination I cannot believe that you believe that Carmel has any conserva-tive views in its City government at all.

The Carmel City administration spends money like a “bunch of drunken sailors” (actually I have known several drunken sailors and none has even come close to the spending habits of this administra-

tion and its council). The utter opulence of City Center, the mannequins on its streets, its expensive roundabouts and its subsidizing of private business owners with public money are only a few example of its liberalism.

… The problem with Democrats run-ning in this city are that Democrats cannot run in the traditional way that they run in other areas of the country. No one can run to the left of the present city ad-ministration and its council. They are the most liberal and progressive government in the state of Indiana, if not in the entire country.

John Sullivan(For a longer version of this letter, go to

currentincarmel.com)

CaN’T GET MoRE lIBERal

Just like on TV, the emergency tones sounded overhead on the loud-speakers at Carmel Fire Department Headquarters. Instead of firefighters sliding down the pole into their

protective gear and racing toward a house on fire, all paused for the important message to come. The men and women whose job it is to protect the 39.14 square miles of Carmel and the 68,677 residents heard the familiar voice of the dispatcher crackle across the airwaves.

“The Carmel Fire Department respect-fully announces the well-earned retirement of Ambulance 41. Ambulance 41 has served the community, its residents and the department with distinction. It will be placed at Station 42, as Ambulance 42, and will continue to serve the community in reserve status.

“We are all here to welcome new Ambulance 41 to the Carmel Fire Department Family, and to dedicate its service to the Carmel community. We pray

for safe trav-els for those who work on board, along with comfort and safety to those patients who are en-trusted in our care.”

That an-nouncement marked the beginning of a new practice for the Carmel Fire Department. The cer-emony to christen a new ambulance du-plicated time-honored customs established over the years by early fire departments. “We will begin this tradition in our de-partment, gratefully welcoming our newest life-saving apparatus to our fire family and our community,” said Carmel Fire Chief Keith Smith.

Previous to the announcement on the radio, a “wet down” began with an engine company standing ready to spray the brand new Horton GMC 4500 bumper to bumper with water. Completely soaked and newly baptized, the ambulance was then manually pushed by firefighters backward into the firehouse. This was symbolic of a “Housing” ceremony, which

dates back to the time of horse-drawn equipment that could not easily be backed into the building.

Watching the ceremony, I felt glad to witness a group of people gathered

to stop and appreciate what might have been just another entry in a multi-million dollar budget. It wasn’t like this was our first ambulance — Carmel has had three ambulances for several years and now with the new one, will have two reserve units. Although #41 is more modern and up-to-date, it still looks like all of the others. Yet a group of people took time out of their busy schedules to show up and offer their support for the first of what will hopefully become a regular occurrence in Carmel. The grateful appreciation for what we have.

Jeff Worrell is a local business owner. He recognizes volunteers on “Connecting with Carmel” on Cable Channel 16. Contact him at jworrell@advantagemedical.com.

What’s trickier than scoring Hannah Montana tickets, requires several “back-up, worst-case scenario” plans, and causes mothers of

young children to stand in line for hours? No, not a date with George Clooney. (If only my dream date were so easy!) I’m talking about . . . da- da-da-dah . . . jazz hands . . . PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION!

If you’ve never experienced the insanity that surrounds register-ing a child for preschool, you are a lucky soul indeed. And just to be clear, I am referring to preschool — not a private boarding school or an Ivy League college — preschool, which by definition means before school. Generally we’re talking about little kids ages 18 months to 5 years. But judging by the way moms conspire, you’d think they were attempting to get their sons and daughters into Exeter or Harvard. “No, Gigi, you cannot possibly consider that school, it’s not accredited! I hear they even allow naps! Preposterous! How do you expect her to be successful in life if she isn’t reading Proust by kindergarten? I’m mean, really!”

The schools themselves only add to the competitive madness by the enroll-ment procedures they use. For starters,

many programs schedule registration for February and March, and some as early as January, nine months before school actual-ly starts! (Ask any mom what she thinks of first when she hears “March Madness” and

I guarantee it’s not Dickie V or the office pool. But while I’m on the subject, go, Cards, go!) And for returning students, it’s first come, first serve, hence the lines that form hours before the doors even open. My neighbor recently went to re-register his 3-year-old for next year and couldn’t get her in. His mis-take? He arrived at 7:30 a.m. and was too late! “I’m sorry, sir, we’ve been full for over an hour.”

And forget about the “open registration” for new students. Unless your child has sibling

alums or your family built the gym, there’s a greater chance little Suzie will win Powerball than a spot in the coveted 9 a.m.-1 p.m. MWF class (and she’s not even old enough to play Powerball). Odds are he or she will be waitlisted with hun-dreds of other young hopefuls. I advise an immediate prayer chain requesting a massive outbreak of emptynestitis, a rare disease causing a freakish desire among parents to keep young children at home. Barring that or sixteen 2-year olds moving

to Texas over the summer, you’ll need to look into other places, STAT. Did I men-tion the $25 to $50 registration fee (often non-refundable) per school? Good times, good times.

Hopeless yet? Fortunately, there are steps you can take to ensure your young grasshopper will have a spot. Your best bet is to check with friends and neighbors and choose two or three schools that you like. Find out when their registration times are and get there early. Utilize the wait list option and be prepared to get a call Aug 29 regarding an opening. Also consider newer programs that are still building their student base. Better yet, call around today to see if any school has current openings. If you can get them in now, you’ll be con-sidered a returning family next year and have a better chance of getting the times and days you want.

And don’t worry about accreditation or curriculum or the “graduates-who-have-gone-on-to-be-line-leader-at-their-elemen-tary-schools” list. It’s just preschool — a chance for your child to spread her wings a bit, have a little fun, and sample some Elmer’s. Save your stress for elementary school, where Hannah Montana tickets can really make or break you. Peace out.

Danielle Wilson is a Carmel resident and con-tributing columnist. You may e-mail her at danielle@currentincarmel.com.

TIF PLAN APPROVED: The Carmel City Council approved a proposal last week to use the profits from a West Clay commercial development to help pay for an $80 million bond for the city’s Performing Arts Center. The proposal must now be approved by the Redevelopment Commission, which met Tuesday but did not have the issue on its agenda. Les Olds, the city’s director of redevelopment, said he believed the commission “would embrace the deal.”

DEADLY BUG: A presentation on the Emerald Ash Borer in Indiana will be given at 7 p.m. March 4 at Carmel Clay Public Library, 55 Fourth Ave. SE. The Emerald Ash Borer, a new exotic beetle was discovered feeding on Ash trees in Carmel/Clay Township on Hazel Dell Parkway in January 2006. Emerald Ash Borer larvae feed below the bark of ash trees, producing galleries that eventually girdle and kill the tree.

AT THE LIBRARY:Events this week at Carmel Clay Public Library, 55 Fourth Ave. SE: Dr. Bradley M. Herold will discuss causes and cures for everyday back pain at 7 p.m. Thursday. Registration is not required. For more information, call the Reference desk at 844.3362.Musician Ray Kamalay traces the development of early American music from its links to slavery up to the early jazz age from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Friday. The program will include discussion. For more information, call the Audiovisual desk at 571.4281.

BISTRO OPENS: Bistro de Paris, a white tablecloth, French Fusion restaurant is now open at 15 W. Main St. in the Arts & Design District. It will be open for lunch and dinner. For more information, call 844.7270.

HANDEL’S MESSIAH: Carmel Lutheran Church, 4850 E. 131st St., will present the Easter portion of Handel’s Messiah, conducted by Timothy Juergensen, at 7 p.m. on Palm Sunday, March 16. It will include a full professional baroque ensemble and community choir of 60+ voices. Childcare will be available and a freewill offering taken. For more information, call 814.4252 or go to www.carmellutheran.org.

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By Beth SmietanaFor Current In Carmel

Mayor Jim Brainard and Carmel Clay Public Library Director Wendy Phillips unveiled the titles for this year’s commu-nity-wide reading program last week to nearly 70 attendees in the main lobby of the library.

The adult/teen title is “The Book Thief” by Markus Zusak and the children’s title is “Miss Rumphius” by Barbara Cooney.

Copies of the books are now available for checkout.

This year’s program, known as Carmel Clay Reads, is the sixth annual for Carmel, and will feature several organized book dis-cussions, a documentary screening, a guest speaker and an art exhibit to go along with “The Book Thief.” Children’s pro-

grams will focus on beautifying the world (the central theme of “Miss Rumphius”) through painting, flowers and gardening. Dates, times and details about all events can be found on the library’s Web site or in the free resource guides that are avail-able at the library.

Carmel’s program is unique in that a separate children’s title is chosen so that families with young children can partici-pate. By reading the book aloud with their children, parents encourage literacy devel-opment and strong reading skills.

For more information about Carmel Clay Reads, call the library’s Readers’ Advisory desk at 814.3987 or go to www.carmel.lib.in.us. The program runs through March 29.

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By Ellen GilmerCurrent in Carmel

Greg Durthaler, co-owner of Piano Solutions in Carmel, has never met a mom who said she wished she never took piano lessons. Instead, he said he hears far too many lament that they wish they had stuck with their lessons. The arts showcase Piano Solutions sponsors aims to give children the support they need to develop their talents and “stick with it.”

On Saturday and Sunday, scores of students will dem-onstrate their artistic gifts and hone their performance skills at the Young Performers Showcase in Carmel. The event, spon-sored by the Carmel Arts Council, Piano Solutions, the City of Carmel and the Carmel Performing Arts Center, features students in the Carmel-Clay area perform-ing a variety of talents, from piano to voice to poetry.

Doreen Squire Ficara, executive direc-tor of the Carmel Arts Council, said the showcase gives students an opportunity

to perfect their talents in a low-pressure situation.

“The whole idea is that it gives these youngsters the poise and experience to perform in front of an audience,” she said.

It seems to be working.“We’ve had participants go on to

Carnegie Hall,” she said.Students may choose to perform

competitively or noncompetitively. Seniors at Carmel High School and University High School also can com-pete for one of two

$1,500 scholarships: one for piano, one for variety performing arts.

Durthaler hopes the students have a positive experience and view the showcase as developmental, not critical.

“I look at these kids and know this is a lifelong journey for them,” he said. “We’re trying to have the children play against themselves and not worry about the child who’s getting ready to play behind them or in front of them. My hope is that when they leave, they’ve felt as though they’ve achieved something for themselves.”

SEE THEM PERFORMThe performances are open to the public, although space is limited. For more information, visit www.pianosolutions.net and click on teacher resources.

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CarmelFest 2008 has secured a Civic Square Gazebo lineup for July 3-4 that will offer something for everyone, the all-vol-unteer organization has announced.

“We’re thrilled to be able to bring quality acts to the community again this year,” said Gary Frey, chairman of CarmelFest 2008. “Entertainment chair Sue Westermeier and her committee have done a great job in securing this array of talent.”

Perennial crowd favorite The Wright Brothers will be returning to CarmelFest in their customary position as the July 3, 7 p.m. headliner. As popular as ever, The Wright Brothers will perform music that appeals to all age groups.

The Wright Brothers have been together for three decades-plus, and seamlessly string together a seemingly non-stop cav-alcade of hit songs from the 1940s to today.

Led by the vel-vety baritone vocals of guitarist Tom Wright and his brother, Tim, who expertly sings and plays a wide assortment of instruments from guitar to mandolin to banjo to pedal-steel guitar, this act never disappoints. John McDowell, whose rich tenor vocals and bass playing shine throughout; with steady drummer Bryan Chrisman; key-boardist/guitarist/vocalist Frank Bradford; and Tim Wright’s daughters, Emily and Lauren, lock it all together. The band has toured Europe, the U.S. several times over and perhaps is most known for its soundtrack for the movie, “Overboard,” starring Kurt Russell and Goldie Hawn.

Barometer Soup, a Carmel-based band featuring tight musician-

ship and nicely blended harmonies, will warm up

the crowd for “The

Wrights” with its July 3, 4-6 p.m. set as it did last year. Barometer Soup specializes in Jimmy Buffett selections, rock ’n’ roll and oldies. The two bands promise to make for a lively, fun and enter-

taining evening for the whole family. On July 4, Craig Brenner &

the Crawdads, a Bloomington-based act, will play from noon to 2 p.m. Brenner and Co. are known for original blues, jazz and boogie woogie, and covers of New Orleans R & B (Professor Longhair, Fats Domino, Neville Brothers, Meters), swing (Louis Prima & Keeley Smith, Big Joe Turner) and blues (Ruth Brown, Charles Brown, Memphis Slim).

From 2:30 to 4:30 p.m., former Dog Talk enthusiasts will love what drummer Michael Beck has assembled: The Tides. They will take you to the beach and places you need to go in the heat of summer.

Carmel’s own Blair Clark and his band, with a mix of rock,

funk, soul and standards, will delight the crowd from 5 to 7 p.m. as a prelude to the Carmel Symphony Orchestra show.

Lineups for other stages on the grounds of CarmelFest will be announced in the near future, Frey said.

CarmelFest 2008 is sponsored in part by the city of Carmel, Current in Carmel, Media Sauce, Conseco and SePRO. For more information on CarmelFest, visit www.carmelfest.net.

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AP MACROECONOMICS: Carmel High School will offer two sections of AP macroeconomics this summer. The class is open to any student living in the Carmel Clay district, including those who do not attend Carmel High School, who has completed his sophomore year. Students may register now for the course, which begins June 2 and ends July 11. Contact Dan Bates at dbates@ccs.k12.in.us or the CHS counseling office at 571.5922 for enrollment information.

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SAT PREP AVAILABLE: Registration forms for Carmel High School’s spring SAT prep class are now available. The course provides test-taking strategies for students for the May 3 SAT. The $30 fee provides two after-school or evening sessions for the review of math, reading and writing skills. The registration deadline is April 14. Checks may be paid to Carmel High School. For more information, contact Pat Barker in the counseling center at 571.5922 (x7430) or pbarker@ccs.k12.in.us.

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The last few social engagements I’ve attended have left me perplexed.

Many people come up to me and tell me how much they enjoy reading my articles but

then something happens. I can’t quite put my finger on it except to say that, I’m sensing, parents see me and are afraid to talk to me about their chil-dren for fear I may be sitting in judg-ment of their par-enting skills. That might be true if I were the PERFECT parent or grandpar-ent, who, of course, I know is non-exis-tent. Believe me, I couldn’t write about it if I hadn’t experienced the techniques that work and the techniques that don’t work.

My mom’s statement to me (with her Greek accent) while I was growing up was “Where you are I’ve been … and where I am, you’re coming.” I’m old enough to share that sentiment with you. I’ve been where you are. And I know how quickly the years go by and

some of the missed opportunities we have while we’re raising our children. You’re coming to where I am. We don’t get today back with children, so there is a sense of urgency attached to my mes-sage. We get caught up in the daily rou-tine of trying to raise decent children that we often are unaware of our influences over their daily lives.

The information I share with you is not to beat yourself up for what you didn’t know or couldn’t do. My mission is to provide parents and adult child-care providers with alternative methods of parenting that will help children maintain purposeful relationships with family, friends and associates. When we are equipped with tried and true parenting skills, connecting with our children be-comes second nature.

So, PLEASE, next time you read my article or see me, consider me as your crystal ball and know that even our best-intentioned parenting has a future with a lot to be desired and a lot yet to learn.

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Being “human” can be great … and not so great.

When someone does good things for mankind, we give them a “humanitarian” award.

When we do something sinful or stupid, i.e., make a mistake, we are quick to point out, “I’m only human.”

When the 800-foot-long German airship Hindenburg burst into flames 200 feet above the ground as it approached its mooring tower in Lakehurst, N.J., May 6, 1937, killing 35 of 97 souls on board plus one ground crewman, WLS Chicago radio reporter Herb Morrison famously cried out on that live national broadcast, “Oh, the humanity.”

“Humanity” and “humanitar-ian” conjure an aspiration to our better and caring nature, that divine and moral aspect of our being that pursues and re-veres justice and doing the right thing.

Being “human” intones a condemna-tion or at least an acceptance of fallenness; a reference to the way we mess things up and find ourselves at a distance from God because He is divine and we are, well, “only human.”

There has been one perfect human in history, and that was Jesus Christ: fully

God, fully human, fully love, and fully suf-ficient to solve our “human” problem.

We simply must never stop at “I’m only human.” That phrase should be a starting point to moving on, growing up, matur-ing, changing and receiving what God has already told us we acquire in Christ,

through the fruits of the Holy Spirit:• To be in the kingdom of God• To get rid of the negative (sin)• To be creative• To have a bond of love with the people around us.

Take a look at Galatians 5:16-26. It covers St. Paul’s advice (vv. 16-18, 25-26), our human sinful side (vv. 19-21) and our fruitful, divine side (vv. 22-24).

We must not be blind to the perfect path God creates so that we, even in our human imperfection, can be accepted by God perfectly and eternally.

Jesus Christ came as fully God and fully human to create a divine communion with humanity.

Why a human? It takes one to know one.

Bob Walters (rlwcom@aol.com) has had more human moments than he cares to count, and is thankful God counts faith.

One of the most surprising discoveries I have made was that Ethan Allen wrote a book on religion titled, “Reason: The Only Oracle

of Man.” The book is available online at http://ahp.gatech.edu/reason_eallen_1784.html.

Most of us know Allen as a hero of the American Revolution, a leader of the Vermont “Green Mountain Boys.” Allen writes: “I am no Christian, except mere infant baptism make me one.” Allen contends that both faith and reason are gifts from God. Among other matters in 13 chap-ters, Allen discusses “blunders” in the Genesis account of creation, i.e., day and night created on Day One, but sun and moon not cre-ated until Day 4. Allen considers the idea of Abraham killing and sacrificing Isaac a “barbaric act.”

Allen maintains that there is no original sin passed on from Adam. Consequently, there is no need for re-demption by Jesus. This was not a deci-sion reached quickly or without struggle by Allen. In Chapter XI, he recounts an early discussion he had as a young man with a “Calvinistical” minister. At that time, Allen apparently still believed in the Jesus redemption account, but disbe-

lieved the concept of Original Sin. But, the minister pointed out that a belief in redemption of many by one man, Jesus, for the sin of another man, Adam, im-plied a belief in the concept of Original Sin. So, Allen had to rethink his religion.

Allen found his answers in Ezekiel 18 as opposed to Exodus 20 and 34. The Exodus verses posited a jealous God “vis-iting the iniquities of the fathers upon the children unto the third and fourth generations.”

Ezekiel 18, on the other hand, quotes the Lord as saying, “What do you mean by repeating this proverb..., ‘The fathers have eaten sour grapes, and the children’s teeth are set on edge’? As I live, says the Lord God, this proverb shall no more be used....The soul that sins shall die. The son shall not

suffer for the iniquity of the father...the righteousness of the righteous shall be upon himself, and the wickedness of the wicked shall be upon himself.”

Bruce Braden is an author and poet. He is the editor of “Ye Will Say I Am No Christian: The Thomas Jefferson/John Adams Correspondence on Religion, Morals, and Values.”

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I didn’t think there was a chance.

Of course, I also didn’t think the Giants would beat the Patriots. Or that McCain would beat Romney.

But a beagle the winner at Westminster? No way.

Sure enough, I turned on the Westminster Dog Show last week just as Uno was proclaimed the world’s No. 1 canine: Best in Show. He also could have won noisiest in show (not to mention the nosiest) and the hungriest. Finally, beagle owners have something to howl about. You see, this is the first time that a beagle has won the coveted award. There was another beagle in contention back in 2003, but they let him outside for a minute to exercise and he just got back yesterday.

One of Uno’s biggest rivals was a poodle named Vicki, who apparently has her own video on YouTube. I wish that such Internet opportunities had been available when I had my old beagle, Barney. I would have started a Web site called MYMess.com, a place where beagle owners could post photos of the destruction their hounds wreaked that day.

From the TV exposure he received after the victory, we learned a great deal about Uno. He loves having his picture taken, for example. “He just eats that up,” says his owner. Barney felt the same way about publicity. But he actually de-voured the pictures. And two lens caps and a leather carrying case.

We also learned that Uno travels with his rubber ducky and a favorite leash, as well as a gift card to Applebee’s, where he’s just nuts about the $12.95 beef and chicken combo fajitas.

Prior to this event, Uno had already won 24 ribbons, all of which he buried in the backyard. Beagles really aren’t impressed with awards. In 2002, the winning dog was a German Shorthair

Pointer. Rumor has it she spends all day indicating to people that her ribbon is above the mantel.

At the announcement that Uno had won, poodles stuck up their noses; Shar-Peis rolled their eyes (we assume) and Afghans, who were al-ready suffering from some bad international press, bristled. Beagles, you see, are kind of a lunch-bucket dog. When they came to America, they came to work, not to sit on someone’s lap or lounge on a Persian rug.

I’m more liberal on immigration than most of the presidential candidates, but seeing some of these exotic dogs at

Westminster makes me think maybe we should have a fence around the U.S. border. Not that this would stop a beagle, but it might deter Irish Setters who would simply crash head-first into the barrier.

Lately, I have been thinking about writing a few more of the untold stories about Barney. I’m not a person who gen-erally believes in signals from heaven, but whoever is in charge of the sign depart-ment sent a pretty clear one the other day when Uno won.

I think there’s a little beagle in all of us, yearning to try something new, searching for an adventure. I’m human, of course, not a German Shorthair, but I did want to point that out to you.

Dick Wolfsie is an author, columnist and speaker. Contact him at wolfsie@aol.com.

I don’t know about you, but twice lately I’ve been ready for Giant, Humongeriffic, Get-The-Women-And-Children-To-Safety snow storms, and twice I have been pro-

foundly peeved with the pitiful precipitation we got instead.

The much-anticipated horror of the morning commute? Didn’t happen. The wholesale closings of schools and busi-nesses? Didn’t happen. The confusion that comes from a major weather event? Well, it happened, but it was confined to the TV studios.

I did learn a few things, though:

1. It is good to be the weath-erman. In no other business can you be so wrong, so publicly, and still hang onto your job. Why? Because ...

2. Weathermen never make mistakes. If they predict “up to” 6 to 8 inches of snow in the metro area (“up to” being the phrase that provides them the all-impor-tant wiggle room), and it turns out that the prediction is off by 5½ to 7½ inches, it’s not their fault. Oh, no, the blame goes to...

3. The storm, which for reasons of its own failed to follow the computer model and instead, did what it wanted.

By now it’s beginning to seem routine. Storm systems (why are they never just “storms”?) start moving our way and local weathermen, armed with all their gazil-lion-dollar forecasting equipment (not to mention having the National Weather Service on speed dial) go ballistic, con-cocting scenario after scenario by which the region is going to be snow-bound and quick-frozen.

This, of course, throws the metro area into a DefCon 2 Weather Panic. People descended on grocery stores to stock up, as they always do, on bread, eggs and milk. Grown men fight over the last remaining snow shovels for sale in the 317 area code. Kids begin calling schools, pretending to be parents and demanding to know why classes hadn’t been canceled when every

single weatherman in the city says we’re about to be buried by peril from the skies.

Then we all get up the next morn-ing and find none of it has come true. And all over the city, there is genuine

disappointment.It’s because we could all use a

Snow Day. People are grouchy these

days. They’re grouchy in traf-fic. They’re grouchy in stores. They’re even grouchy in church, for crying out loud. And it’s an election year, which means they’re only going to get worse before they start to de-grouchify. Therefore, I believe we should take all the pre-emp-tive attitude adjustments we can get.

This is where a Snow Day would come in handy.

I know there’s something silly in telling people to stay home because of the snow, fully aware that they’ll ignore the “stay home” part and spend at least part of the day playing outside or heading for a mall. But the Snow Day also offers a break in the grind, a chance to step off the tread-mill — because something bigger than the grind and more powerful than the tread-mill had moved in and forced us to slow down and lighten up.

It becomes exactly what we need: A re-minder that we’re not always in charge.

Which, in a roundabout way, is what happened with The Storms To End All Storms Except They Forgot To Materialize. We were already planning our Snow Days, but nature, obviously, had other ideas.

And I was disappointed. Then again, it’s my own fault for believing the gas-filled weather buffoons. I should know better. We all should know better. Fool us once, shame on you. Fool us twice, blame the storm. I’m sorry. Storm system.

Mike Redmond is an author, journalist, humorist and speaker. Write him at mike@mikeredmondonline.com or P.O. Box 44385, Indianapolis, IN 46244. For information on speaking fees and availability, visit www.spot-lightwww.com.

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A small mouse scurried across the snow-covered forest floor, and nothing seemed to change. No one noticed, nothing hap-pened, there was no reaction.

But is that true? This tiny winter-colored creature is a part of the ecosystem, the bigger picture. Who knows? His activities might be no less important to the continuation of the forest’s ecologi-cal balance than the tall oak that stands nearby.

As it relates to the marketing efforts of a company, the same applies. Companies must recognize the bigger picture and not spend too much time or money with just one piece. What’s more, it’s not uncom-mon to have uncertainty about which activities are most important.

Overall marketing requires an integrated approach – where all efforts are merged into a single campaign. It works like an ecosystem. There has to be a balance, all the pieces must live together and be sup-portive. With the advent of the Internet, the marketing ecosystem balance is argu-

ably shifting. Some of the big trees have fallen and new seedlings are taking hold. Even so, it is important that a company considers all pieces that make up an effec-tive campaign and understand how they are supposed to work together.

For example, there is more to effective marketing than a Web site. However, do you know of any successful efforts that don’t have an online component? It’s un-likely. What’s developed in the online or virtual world has to be supported by the offline or real world. They have to inte-grate and work together.

Once you have a Web presence, you

must have a strategy for securing visitors. And, once you have visitors, you must have a plan for what you want them to do. As online activities continue to grow and outpace television and other inter-ruption tactics, it won’t be long before the online world is the real world. No matter, effective campaigns will always require an integrated strategy that is supported by multiple media. It’s how you best reach an audience and support a message.

David Cain is President of MediaSauce, a digi-tal media and online marketing company in Carmel. David welcomes your questions or comments at David.Cain@MediaSauce.com.

CHAMBER MEETING: There will be a Carmel Chamber Networking Breakfast from 4:30 to 6 p.m. (yes, in the afternoon) March 6 at Prairie View Golf Club. 7000 Longest Drive. Cost is $10 for members, $20 for nonmembers. Reservations are required. Call 846.1049 or go to www.carmelchamber.com.

NEW WESTFIELD DUNKIN: Dunkin’ Donuts will open a location in Westfield, at 2560 E. 146th St. in Cool Creek Commons, by early March. The new shop, featuring a drive-through and indoor seating for 20 guests, will be owned and operated by the Miracle Restaurant Group, headquartered in Mandeville, La.

METALS ON THE RISE: The natural-resource stocks that powered the stock market in 2006 and 2007 have taken a rest so far in 2008, but there are no signs of an end to the long-term bullish cycle for producers of copper, iron, aluminum, nickel

and other industrial materials, according to

moneycentral’s Jim Jubak. Once worries

about a U.S. recession and global slowdown have

receded, the sector will be off to the races again. Here are his five

favorites to study now and to buy when you think the coast is clear. Fortescue Metals Group (FSUMF), HudBay Minerals (HBMFF), Impala Platinum (IMPUY), Thompson Creek Metals (TC) and Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold (FCX).

EXPANDING INTO CARMEL: Mercantile Bancorp has opened a loan production office in Carmel, and intends to develop this office into a full service banking facility, subject to Indiana regulatory approval. Kevin P. Murphy, 46, most recently first vice president and business banking department manager for First Indiana Bank, has joined Mercantile as regional president of this office. This is Quincy, Ill.-based Mercantile Bancorp’s first facility in Indiana.

PROPERTY TAX CHANGES: The potential impact of property tax reform on businesses could vary widely. Gov. Mitch Daniels’ restructuring plan includes capping residential property taxes at 1 percent, rental property at 2 percent and business property taxes at 3 percent. The Indiana Chamber has created a worksheet to calculate the potential changes a business could experience from this proposal.

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If you talk with your investment ad-viser about diversification of your portfolio, the answer to the real estate portion likely will be somewhere be-tween 10 percent and 18 percent.

As far as how to do it, he or she likely would suggest one of several Real Estate Investment Trusts, or REITs. If you have no time to research your own direct investments, or your resources are limited and your household budget is tight, then this is the way to go.

If, on the other hand, you are one of the millions of potential investors with some disposable income and a decent credit score, then read on.

Today, we will focus on resi-dential, single-family rentals.

Simply put, this is a great time to enter the rental market. Interest rates are at the bottom, and so are some very decent properties. I am talking about a typical tract home in a typical tract-home neighborhood. They exist all over Carmel, Westfield, Fishers, and there are hundreds of them that make sense right now. Here’s why:• Foreclosed properties, in tract neigh-

borhoods, are easy to repair and easy to compare to similar properties to ensure that your purchase makes sense. Most

of these properties need just carpet or paint — if anything at all. Good people with bad mortgages resulted in a great deal of higher-end foreclosures.

• Getting a mortgage is difficult if your credit isn’t great. The rental market, even with interest rates at all-time lows, is healthy be-cause of the number of people and families with healthy incomes and bad credit. The school systems are a great draw, and most of these neighbor-hoods will allow for the rental status, as long as your tenants abide by the same rules the owner occupants do.• Rates will increase, and when they do rents will increase almost proportionately. Locking in on a rate today can mean constant cash flow for years

to come. The tax write-offs associated with being a landlord, or being in any business for that matter, are fantastic. When rates come down again, and the real estate market is healthier, you can sell the property at its real value. The inventory reduction we are seeing as a result of the building industry rolling back helps to sustain future values.

You’ll need a plan of action if you are interested in moving forward. Here are questions to ask yourself to make sure you

can handle the acquisition:• Is your credit good?• Can you afford a down payment of at

least 5 percent?• If the house is un-rented for any period

of time, will your household budget allow for the monthly payment?

• Do you have at least enough time to show the home when it is for rent and

to meet contractors to repair the home when necessary?

If the answer is “yes” to each of those questions, then the next step is to call a Realtor. Now, if you think that calling a Realtor will only cost you money, you are wrong. If you choose one of the many qualified area Realtors to help you in your transaction, you could save thousands of dollars over going about things indepen-dently. Realtors, especially when you are in the buying phase, are your friends.

When a home is repossessed, banks don’t order an appraisal; they call a Realtor familiar with the area to give them an opinion of what it should sell for based on how long they want it to take to sell. A good buyer’s agent can get involved in the pre-foreclosure proceedings or talk to the bank through the listing agent to try to justify a reduction in the price if it is ap-propriate. They won’t talk to you directly in most cases, unless there is a second mortgage holder that wants to sell their note to you. Even then it can be tough.

What you want from the broker is inex-pensive or free credit checks for interested renters.

Nathan Thornberry, a Carmel resident, is owner of Residential Warranty Services. You may e-mail him at pnthornberry@blackberry.nextel.com.

In part, it depends on how long you stay in your house. The majority of the building codes in the U.S. are based predominantly on safety. There is a mistaken perception that

sustainability and quality are also intentionally built into the codes. The reality is that special interest groups get the quality compromised to increase the profits for the builders. This is not true with all builders, but it applies to many. One of the main arguments to reduce quality is to make the house cost less, which creates more affordable housing. So, the very group of people that we try so hard to make homeowners will become the very group that has huge repairs and maintenance expenses that they can least afford. Moreover, one of the benefits of home ownership that is always touted, the value through appreciation, becomes dubi-ous. How can a cheaply constructed house maintain its value for 30 years?

Some of the quality issues are obvious, but will add costs. Siding was originally invented to cover up a “skin” on a structure. Most houses today use siding to cover up the “Tyvek” wrap. There are some sidings that are very good, but most are put on

houses to lessen the cost. Another example is 1/2-inch drywall, instead of 5/8 or thicker. This drywall will not last over 20 years before it fails. We can continue to look at shortcuts that make the house cost

less but not make it sustainable for 30 years. In Indiana, we are re-evaluating the assessor’s ability to judge the fair market value of properties. But how many asses-sors or appraisers really under-stand the quality of material or the importance of the finishes?

So, how good is the 30-year mortgage? It depends in part on the quality of construction. I am afraid that these wonder-ful Sir Bernanke rate cuts may ultimately add to the housing problem.

Deflation has struck the housing market because of over-

supply and limited or ludicrous lending safeguards that has let financially unquali-fied people buy homes. Lower interest rates, however, will not fix the lack of sustainabil-ity. The grizzly bear in on the loose, and so far, the government keeps feeding him.

Brian Shapiro, a non-practicing certified public account and lawyer, is the owner of Shapiro’s Delicatessen. You may e-mail him at info@currentincarmel.com.

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I don’t watch much network TV. However, I have allowed myself to be sucked into the latest round of “Deal Or No Deal.” For those of you who haven’t seen it, “Deal Or No

Deal” is a guessing game. There are about 26 silver briefcases, each one with a different dollar amount inside. The dollar amounts range from one cent to $1 million. Contestants are allowed to choose one case for themselves. Then the fun starts. The contestant then selects, one by one, cases from the remain-ing 25 to reveal what they are worth. Through the process of elimination, probabilities emerge as to how much the contestant’s briefcase is worth. To complicate matters, there’s a “banker” who is continually offering to buy the contestant’s briefcase for varying amounts. All this is tracked on a big lighted board that everyone can see.

The show is a fascinating study in human behavior. Some become so con-vinced that their case has the $1 million prize that they completely disregard common sense in the choices they make. The banker cleverly increases his offers, creating additional tension and confusion. I recently saw a contestant reduced to tears because she threw common sense out the

window. She said “no deal” to a $500,000 offer from the banker because she was “convinced” that her case had the mil-lion. The banker went from increasing his offers to decreasing them. The poor thing

kept saying “No Deal,” and her position got worse and worse. It was hard for me to watch. She ended up accepting about $160,000 from the banker for her case, which – surprise – didn’t contain the million bucks.

What’s the lesson? Because there’s always a lesson. Lesson 1: It often doesn’t matter what you think; it matters where you stand. Know your posi-tion. Lesson 2: Keep your head. Don’t get too caught up in the moment and make a bad decision. Lesson 3: Pigs

get fat, hogs get slaughtered. Our unlucky contestant was gunning for $1 million, so she turned up her nose at $500,000 and ended up with no choice but to settle for $160,000.

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Kent Burns is a Carmel resident, professional speaker and author of “What’s Your Why?” His blog is www.kentburnsblog.com and he can be reached at kent@currentincarmel.com

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Julie Fernatt takes pride in her store’s fresh, homemade approach to tea. Her

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NEW SKIN: A new kind of artificial skin made from thin layers of polymers and carbon nanotubes could soon give patients the sensation of hot, cold and pressure. Though artificial hands have become increasingly lifelike in motion and flexibility, artificial skin is still, for the most post, an unfeeling plastic coating. Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory and NASA hope to change that with the latest in nanotechnology.

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BUILD YOUR FIBERS: Your muscles have two types of fibers, slow-twitch (for endurance activities) and fast-twitch (for moving a heavy object or a light object fast.) Working them together with supersets ensure the biggest muscles possible. The plan: Do 10 repetitions of one exercise, like an incline bench press, then 20 repetitions of a different exercise for the same muscle group, like push-ups, without rest. Then rest 60 seconds and repeat.

— Menshealth.com

NOT A SWEET DEAL: Using an artificial, no-calorie sweetener rather than sugar may make it tougher, not easier, to lose weight. Scientists at Purdue University studied rats that were fed food with the artificial sweetener saccharin and rats fed food with glucose, a natural sugar. In comparison to rats given yogurt sweetened with glucose, those that ate yogurt sweetened with saccharin went on to consume more calories and put on more weight and body fat.

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LEARN ABOUT BACK PAIN: The Carmel Clay Public Library, 55 Fourth Ave. SE, will host a back pain seminar at 7 p.m. Thursday in the Program Room. Dr. Bradley Herold, chiropractic physician at Chiropractic Neurology Center, will discuss causes and cures for everyday back pain. Registration is not required. For more information, call the Reference Desk at 844.3362.

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Be kinder than necessary because everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle.”

Message to self: Until you’ve walked a mile in another man’s

shoes, shut the heck up. Unless, that is, you want to be taken out behind the barn for your comeuppance.

I really hurt some good folks who have been trying to shat-ter the stereotype of the Fibromyalgia culture. They are strong, resolved, organized, but don’t you dare tell them it’s all in their heads. Buzz! You’d be dead wrong.

Perhaps I had it coming, because now, I know more and made some really cool friends in the process.

In a recent column I hit the raw, mother-nerve with my ignorance of the nuances of Fibromyalgia, a mysterious yet real disease. Out of the hundreds of pub-lished health columns in cities all across the U.S., I’ve always prided myself in ac-curacy. Readers deserve accuracy in a toxic world of disinformation.

Anyway, my e-mail box filled up with dozens of FM patients who felt I hadn’t done enough research. Accustomed to receiving letters of thanks for my information, these correspon-dences were fervent and freaked me right out of my shorts.

They proudly call themselves, “Fibroites,” and schooled me that not only is the disease misunderstood, but grossly so. How would you feel if you went to the doctor, told him you had a migraine, and he said, “No, you don’t. It’s all in your head.” Duh, ya think, doc? A doctor’s words are powerful and often hurtful to American “Fibroites.” What happened to, “First do no harm,” which encompasses emotional abuse.

One gal complained, “If a doctor doesn’t know much about the disease other than throwing me another pill, which I detest, then the doctor should consider a con-tinuing education course in sensitivity and FM.” I’d be dead if it were not for allopathic medicine, but I’ve also learned to take proactive care of myself and have made a partnership with my PCP.

I criticized what I did not understand nor totally compre-hend. The group took umbrage to my last sentence when I asserted that FM was caused by a bad diet and a sed-entary lifestyle.

That was the button puncher. These people constantly suffer from de-

bilitating pain. Pain that I dare say could bring someone to tears. Pain is stressful and stress reacts differently with everyone. Everyone deserves to feel good: every day. Right now there is not any pill that can cure this ill. But understanding, kindness and compassion are powerful medicines. Plus, they’re free and the giver gets a rush, too; a win-win for all. Now, if they could just find a cure.

Please forgive me. You’ve gained an ally. Now go get a “fibrohug” and the rest of us some loving awareness: www.fibrohugs.com.

Wendell Fowler is a retired chef, as well as an inspirational speaker, health humorist, story-teller and author. Contact him at fowlerindy@aol.com or go to www.wendellfowler.com. His blog is chefwendellfowler.blogspot.com.

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1) Use a variety of bodyweight and free weight exercises to work on your strength and mobility. By doing so, Tiger has been able to maintain his mobility and flexibility while adding strength and muscle.

2) Work with a good coach. Golfers are notorious for having swing coaches and mental coaches to help improve their game. It’s no doubt that they are all turning to fitness coaches as well.

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EARLY-MORNING EXERCISE: The longer you wait to work out each day, the more likely you are to skip it. “Morning exercisers stick to their programs better than if they try to work out later in the day, because life doesn’t get in the way,” says Michael Scholtz, M.A., a certified personal trainer and fitness advisor for The Biggest Loser. “If you can get into the routine of waking up early to exercise, you’ll be more consistent.”

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SHAKE, RATTLE AND ROLL: Talk about good vibrations! Mice who were put on a shaking platform 15 minutes a day for a week lost 27 percent of their belly fat. The vibrations interfere with the animals’ ability to produce fat cells, explains study author Clinton T. Rubin, Ph.D., of the Center for Biotechnology at the State University of New York at Stony Brook. So, can humans expect the same waist-shrinking result? Stay tuned: The National Institutes of Health is currently putting together a clinical trial.

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Despite the popularity of wire-less, the majority of computer users are dealing with this same problem because much of what connects to the computer has

a cable.Those that want reliability over

convenience tend to stick with wired solutions, but as wireless technology becomes more reli-able, some gains will occur from converting.

For instance, if you get a wire-less keyboard and mouse, you can eliminate the wires from those devices to your com-puter, but it still requires the same number of wires be con-nected on the computer from the transmitter/receiver.

The real question (even if you have one of the new iMacs that do a great job of cable management) is how can I organize the cables that are re-quired for my printer, scanner, USB hub, iPod, monitor(s), power protection and the list goes on.

Converting some of those peripherals from wired to wireless is an option, but it comes with some downside. Wireless peripherals tend to be more expensive, often more complicated to set up and keep running and commonly have batteries that need to be replaced regularly.

If those issues don’t concern you, decide which devices you are willing to convert to wireless. Wireless printers are my least favorite, because when they work they’re great, but when they don’t they are a

nightmare!If you are not sure about a

particular peripheral, don’t buy a wireless substitute because the salesman at the store said they were great; ask around and surf the Internet so you know what a large number of people are saying about it.

No matter what you decide, you will still have to deal with some cables, so finding good cable management products is very helpful.

There are a plethora of cable organizers on the market, but having worked with many

of them, here are some things to keep in mind.

Any system that is difficult to remove will become a pain in your neck down the road. For instance, you can use standard cable zip ties that will quickly allow you to tie all the cables together, but if you ever have to make an adjustment (like replace the keyboard, etc.) you will have to cut them all off and start over.

My favorite basic solutions use either Velcro ties, “spiral wrap,” or the “split

loom tubing” (a corrugated flex tube that is split on one side) approach.

Velcro ties are inexpensive and reus-able but they leave the decision on how to organize the cables up to you. Where you put them and how many you use is gener-ally determined by the various paths that your cables may need to take. This solu-tion will clean up the cables, but it won’t hide them.

If your cables are exposed (desks that are not pushed up against a wall, for instance) or they tend to all run in the same path, the spiral wrap or split loom tubing solu-tions are nice because they completely cover the cables (you can see examples at www.cableorganizer.com).

You can usually buy a roll and cut it to the required length. It takes more time to install, but it will look cleaner when you are done. They are also a little more work than Velcro ties if you have to make a change down the road, but not bad.

If you want more options for managing your cables, do a search in Google for “en-closed cable organizers.”

Gary Hubbard is owner of Data Doctors Computer Services at www.datadoctors.com. Have a technology question? Send it to CurrentInCarmel@datadoctors.com.

WII, LET’S EXERCISE: Nintendo will launch a new physical fitness game product called Wii Fit for U.S. shipping in May. The Wii Fit, which will debut on May 19, will come with a weight-and-motion sensing device called the Wii Balance Board, the company said in a statement. Nintendo is also planning to launch a new online service in the U.S. in May called WiiWare that will allow game publishers to distribute new titles over the Internet directly to users, instead of on discs.

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TOOL BELT FOR YOUR MUG: Slap a Mug Boss around your least favorite mug and it’s now a mega-strong receptacle for all your desk gear. It has 12 durable pockets, which can hold almost anything (pens, screwdrivers, laser pointers, paper clips, mints, ad infinitum). Larger items can go directly into the mug itself. To top it off, a hook and loop closure holds the whole thing secure (it fastens through the mug handle). Buy it, use it, love it – just please don’t call it an “office tool.” $4.99

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In our previous article (1/29/2008), we discussed that the main purpose of the check engine light is driven by improved air quality. This is accom-plished by computers controlling and

monitoring for cer-tain conditions such as misfires or other components not performing within specifications.

When something is out of range, the computer will turn on the check engine light and store the appropriate code in its memory. (If the check engine light is flashing, this indi-cates a problem that should be addressed immediately due to the likelihood of causing other damage.) That’s when, among other things, we plug our scan tool into a special connector under the dash to determine what code or codes have been stored.

These computers will adapt to the best of their ability to keep the engine starting and running smoothly even though the check engine light is on. Since it does not affect the way the vehicle performs, the customer sometimes will ask, “Do I have

to fix it?” The simple answer is no, mostly be-cause Indiana does not re-quire vehicle emissions testing.

The prob-lem is the amount of pollutants being released from that vehicle has increased because something isn’t working properly. The dilemma is whether or not to spend possibly a few hundred dollars to fix some-thing that does not affect the way the car starts and runs.

The most obvious reason to make the repair is to be able to rely on the light as a warning when something new is going wrong. If the light is on because of an old, unresolved problem, this can complicate things when trying to diagnose a prob-lem associated with a new symptom. A couple of visits may be needed to get the problems resolved when multiple issues are being addressed. The bigger reason to make the repair is simply to take care of our environment by keeping the air we breathe a little cleaner.

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EXPERT APPRAISALS: Get your antique items appraised during “Deal with the Dealer Day” from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 8 at Carmel Old Town Antique Mall, 38th W. Main St. Complimentary snacks offered and a chance to meet directly with the dealers in their shops. Visitors can also receive free appraisals of their items with a three item limit (no guns, stamps, coins or fine art please). For more information, call 566.1908 or go to www.carmeloldtownantiquemall.com.

By Donell Heberer WaltonFor Current In Carmel

Sunday was the 80th Annual Academy Awards and quite possibly my favorite night of television. In true “girlie” fashion, I tuned in before the show to make sure I caught all of the red carpet coverage. I can’t help it. I want to know who is wearing what and what the newest trends are. As I sat there with my popcorn and diet soda, admiring the newest fashions in Hollywood, I began to wonder what the “well-dressed” garden will be wearing in 2008?

After some research and talking to plant guru Jeff Gatewood of Allisonville Nursery, I found that any designer garden, just like in fashion, will include the quint-essential “must haves.”

It is all about color! Plant hues are becoming exceptionally vibrant and ex-hilarating. Forget about those pale pinks, creams and cool blues. Hot pink, bright yellows and greens, even electric orange are all the rage! Try a Hydrangea ‘Limelight’. This plant is a uniquely bright chartreuse green color.

Get that fabulous “golden tan” with

tropical plantings! They are sold as annual plants in Indiana, which actually thrive in our summer heat and continue to grow until temperatures hit the low 40s. Make sure not to plant them in the garden until the danger of frost is long gone – usu-ally around May 10. Want a taste of the islands? Try a ‘Black Magic’ (Black Taro).

This luscious plant is perfect for that hot, moist corner of the garden.

The bigger, the better! (Not always the best choice for the red carpet, but particularly fashion-able for the garden.)

Large flowers and loads of blooms are definitely in. Bigger, more mature plants are easier to maintain. They also help give your garden that finished look. Try a ‘Diamond Frost’ Euphorbia. This unique new plant has excellent branching abilities with tons of white flowers that create a uniform ball of color.

Donell Heberer Walton is executive direc-tor of HSI Show Productions Inc., producer of the Indiana Flower & Patio Show and the Christmas Gift & Hobby Show. 2008 marks the 50th year of the Indiana Flower & Patio Show, scheduled for the Indiana State Fairgrounds March 8-16.

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John LaBash, 82, of Noblesville, passed away Feb. 14, 2008. He was born in Shavertown, N.Y., to the late John and Anna LaBash. He attended high school in Garfield, N.J., and graduated from Penn State University as a Chemical Engineer. He worked at Olin Industries in East Alton, Ill., in the explosives division and later as the chief test engineer at Stewart-Warner in Indianapolis. In 1956 he joined Eli Lilly & Co. in Indianapolis, holding positions in the International Operations in Guatemala, Australia and Puerto Rico. After retirement he was an engineering consultant. He was an avid golfer and fisherman, and making and repairing golf clubs was a favorite hobby. For many years he was a member of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church in Carmel, and sang in the choir for 15 years. In addition to his love for music,

he had the privilege of being an active member in Mother Teresa’s Lay Missionaries of Charity for the past 20 years. He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Mary Jo Dugan LaBash; daughter Jeanne LaBash Lewis; grandsons Josh and Kelly Lewis of Sydney, Australia; son Michael LaBash; sister Alice Melzer; brother Edward LaBash, as well as his many loving nieces and nephews. Family and friends gathered Feb. 22, 2008 in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, where the Life of Celebration Memorial Mass was held. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Mother Teresa’s Sisters: Missionaries of Charity, 2424 E. 10th St., Indianapolis, IN 46201. Go to www.leppertmortuary.com to sign the guest book or share a memory or order flowers.Fred F. Todd Sr., 69, of Carmel, died Feb. 13, 2008. He was the son of the late Erma Dee

and David E. Todd, having been born on July 19, 1938, in Platte County, Mo. During his lifetime he was an Eagle Scout, a member of the U.S. Marine Corps Atomic Brigade and held various offices in many manufactured housing organizations, retiring as sales manager from Schult Homes, Middlebury, Ind., in 1996. He was a member of the Kansas City, Mo., Temple Gate Lodge No. 299; the Carmel VFW Post 10003; and the Carmel American Legion Post 155. He is survived by his wife, Karen S. Todd; son James B. Todd and wife Sydney of Blue Springs, Mo., son Fred F. Todd Jr., of Elkhart, Ind.; stepson Christopher J. Carrel and wife Jill of Indianapolis; stepson, Matthew K. Carrel of Indianapolis; grandchildren Pamela Todd, Brooke Todd, Brad Todd, Brandon Todd and Maxwell Carrel; and brother David G. Todd and wife Emily of

Americus, Ga. He was preceded in death by his brother Joseph A. Todd. Services were Feb. 16 in Leppert Mortuary, Smith Carmel Chapel, 900 N. Range Line Road. Got o www.leppertmortuary.com to sign the guest book, share a memory or in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Indiana Veterans Home at 3851 N. River Road, West Lafayette, IN 47906 or the Hamilton County Humane Society at 1721 Pleasant St., Suite 5, Noblesville, IN 46060.

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The following is a list compiled by the Carmel City Court showing defendants who have failed to appear in court on their scheduled date to appear or pay. Defendants who failed to appear for a traffic-related non-criminal offense could have their driving privileges suspended until the case is resolved. Defendants who failed to appear for a criminal offense could have a warrant issued for their arrest. To resolve a case or receive another date to appear, you should contact the Carmel City Court at 571.2440.Feb. 12, 2008Fry, Latasha, Indianapolis - Driving While Suspended, SpeedingPadilla, Andres Balcazar, Indianapolis - Operating

Motor Vehicle Never Licensed, Operating Without Financial Responsibility, Disregarding Automatic SignalReyes, Gerado, Indianapolis - Altered Interim Plate, Operating Motor Vehicle Never LicensedRodgers, Nickelle, Indianapolis - Driving While SuspendedFeb. 14, 2008Adzhiyev, Artem, Indianapolis - No Registration PlateAguirre, Flor D., Westfield - Disregarding Automatic SignalCampbell, David L., Carmel - Failure to SignalCorbett, Kristin L., Noblesville - SpeedingCuevas, Beatriz, Indianapolis - Driving While Suspended Curry, Toby D., Mooresville - Driving While Suspended, Operating w/o Financial Responsibility, Failure to Maintain Financial, Seatbelt Violation/DriverEnney, Christina, Carmel - Speeding

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Feb. 1912:01:36 a.m., suspicious activity, 1251 Bentley Way1:04:06 a.m., accident personal injury, 31 I 465 E1:20:46 a.m., accident personal damage, 31 I 465 E.1:25:06 a.m., investigation, 10101 N. Meridian St.1:36:01 a.m., investigation, West 96th Street / N Meridian St.1:39:56 a.m., traffic hazard, East 96th St. / State Road431 N.1:58:58 a.m., investigation, East 126th St. / Gray Road2:51:19 a.m., suspicious activity, 945 Mohawk Hills Drive3:19:39 a.m., f als serious, 1417 Queensborough Dr3:36:49 a.m., f als serious, 5878 Sandalwood Drive5:59:45 a.m., alarm burglar, 1 Civic Square6:47:10 a.m., f als serious, 10808 Bunker Hill Drive7:32:03 a.m., alarm burglar, 11702 Bennettwood Place8:01:36 a.m., accident personal damage, 32 I 465 W.8:11:37 a.m., traffic hazard, East 96th St. / Hazel Dell Parkway8:28:27 a.m., traffic hazard, West 136th St. / North Meridian St.8:32:00 a.m., domestic, 14318 Chariots Whisper Drive8:47:53 a.m., f als serious, 756 Suffolk Lane 9:01:15 a.m., f als serious, 780 Woodview Drive S.8:45:48 a.m., animal complaint, 4004 W. 141st St.10:08:25 a.m., damage to property, 5109 Kingswood Drive10:24:34 a.m., alarm burglar, 5292 Arapaho Court10:28:28 a.m., investigation, 9750 Lakeshore Drive E.11:52:30 a.m., alarm burglar, 10575 Power Drive11:52:23 a.m., theft, 1432 Keystone Way12:23:24 p.m., f als serious, 11604 Forest Drive12:29:52 p.m., investigation, 3 Civic Square12:05:58 p.m., abandoned auto, 4140 E. 96th St.1:12:41 p.m., disturbance, 1217 S. Rangeline Rd.1:39:12 p.m., disturbance, 1217 S. Rangeline Rd.2:34:31 p.m., fight, N Meridian Street / East 111th St.2:36:33 p.m., suspicious activity, 5758 Prelude Lane 2:53:02 p.m., traffic hazard, East 131st St. / Hazel Dell Parkway3:09:54 p.m., directed patrol, 2450 E. 136th St.3:45:00 p.m., accident personal damage, North Meridian Street / West 136th St.3:45:28 p.m., alarm burglar, 3177 Whispering Pines Lane 4:56:42 p.m., accident personal damage, West 116th St. / North Meridian St.5:02:21 p.m., accident personal damage, East 126th St. / South Rangeline Road5:28:17 p.m., accident personal damage, Illinois Street / West Carmel Drive5:33:51 p.m., assist public, 3 Civic Square6:41:33 p.m., investigation, 11280 Oldfield Drive6:35:35 p.m., solicitor, Cole Porter Lane / Harrison Drive6:51:37 p.m., alarm hold up, 650 E. Carmel Drive7:13:59 p.m., burglary, 4858 Windrift Way8:21:18 p.m., alarm burglar, 14455 Clay Terrace Blvd8:31:50 p.m., suspicious activity, 3rd Ave. SW / City

Center Drive9:48:22 p.m., domestic, 13860 Primo Way10:15:12 p.m., driving complaint, East 96th St. / Gray RoadFeb. 2012:38:43 a.m., f als serious, 12119 Castle Row Ovlk.2:34:33 a.m., alarm hold up, 650 E Carmel Drive3:19:16 a.m., accident personal damage, Hazel Dell Parkway / East 96th St.4:39:31 a.m., alarm hold up, 1 Civic Square4:48:20 a.m., suspicious activity, Meeting House Road / Telfair St.5:39:33 a.m., driving complaint, Hazel Dell Parkway / East 106th St.6:54:28 a.m., alarm burglar, 1423 Chase Court7:16:23 a.m., alarm burglar, 493 American Way S.8:45:34 a.m., investigation, 820 Mohawk Hills Drive8:52:25 a.m., driving complaint, East 146th St. / Greyhound Pass9:21:44 a.m., ordinance misc, 230 1st St. NE9:29:02 a.m., accident personal damage, East 116th St. / Manor Drive9:38:04 a.m., alarm burglar, 3344 Kilkenny Cir.9:43:52 a.m., traffic hazard, East 116th St. / State Road 431 S.9:51:33 a.m., accident personal damage, East 136th St / State Road 431 N.10:42:20 a.m., assist public, 11832 Westwood Dr.10:42:52 a.m., theft, 3100 East 96th St.12:10:15 p.m., accident personal damage, East 116th St. / State Road 431 N.1:07:45 p.m., alarm burglar, 12994 Deerstyne Green St.2:00:21 p.m., found/lost property, 510 S. Rangeline Rd.2:50:04 p.m., investigation, 531 S. Rangeline Rd.2:59:35 p.m., investigation, 3 Civic Square4:04:56 p.m., suspicious activity, 13633 Carey Rd.4:44:44 p.m., civil dispute, 969 N Rangeline Rd.4:55:54 p.m., driving complaint, East 116th St. / South Guilford Road5:06:53 p.m., driving complaint, East 116th St. / North Meridian St.5:22:52 p.m., accident personal damage, East 116th St / North Meridian St.5:49:08 p.m., accident personal damage, Pennsylvania St. / East 106th St.6:19:47 p.m., traffic hazard, East 116th St / River Road6:23:30 p.m., accident personal damage, North Meridian Street / I 465 E.6:42:45 p.m., accident personal damage, East 96th St. / Gray Road8:42:44 p.m., f als, 11594 Westfield Blvd.8:48:21 p.m., animal complaint, 14246 Autumn Woods Drive9:06:43 p.m., alarm burglar, 3 Civic Square9:11:32 p.m., investigation, 633 Ransburg Drive N.9:30:24 p.m., investigation, 5535 E. 131st St.9:37:56 p.m., driving complaint, 2300 E. 99th St.9:42:59 p.m., investigation, 5333 Underwood Court10:04:23 p.m., alarm burglar, 3003 E. 98th St.10:14:03 p.m., suspicious activity, 1708 E. 116th St.10:59:27 p.m., juvenile complaint, 11625 Rolling Springs Drive11:05:31 p.m., assist other dept, East 131st St. / Brookshire Parkway11:24:03 p.m., harassment, 3462 Briar Creek Lane

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A fabulous designer fabric is a perfect inspiration for a beauti-ful interior space. Most hom-eowners are quite comfortable with mixing a pattern with a

solid, but the thought of adding more strikes design cowardice … and that is where so-so and polished part ways.

The process of mixing fabric pattern and color can begin as simply as falling in love with one stunning textile. There are times when the most beautiful fabrics come packaged with an amazing price tag. Fear not. One fabulous fabric mixed judi-ciously with moderately priced fabrics elevates the entire room.

This inspiration fabric should have at least three colors, which can be blended with two or more additional fabrics. Vary the fabrics with contrast, texture, scale, sheen and pattern.

• Contrast: Overall color of one fabric should be light, with one medium and one darker.

• Texture: Choose fabrics with differ-ent textures, such as a smooth silk, a woven linen or velvet.

• Scale: Vary the size of the patterns by including one large, one medium and one smaller pattern or solid. For ex-

ample, you might choose a large pais-ley, a medium size stripe in coordinat-ing colors, and a small embroidered pattern or a solid texture.

• Sheen: Mix shiny and matte fabrics. • Patterns: Mix curvy and linear patterns, such as a floral or a toile and a check or plaid, with a third pattern, such as a small overall print or solid color.

Forget trepidation and ex-periment with different fabric samples until you find a group-ing that feels comfortable with the balance of color, scale and pattern. Once fabrics are select-ed, move ahead bravely with a plan of where they will be used. Spread the fabrics around the room to create balance.

For example, if you use your inspiration fabric for a valance

and/or curtains, or draperies in your bed-room, you might use the same fabric for a couple of throw pillows, shams or a head-board. The second fabric could be used as a duvet cover and for window shades and to upholster one chair. Your third fabric might be a luxurious solid linen that can be used to trim the window treatments, make shams or throw pillows for the bed, and to cover a bench at the foot of the bed and the second chair.

Don’t forget that your walls and floor

coverings are additional areas for color, pattern and scale. Consider those ele-ments, as well as the style and scale of your furniture, when planning a room!

Vicky Earley is the principal designer for Artichoke Designs in downtown Carmel. If you have an interior design question, please write artichokedesigns@aol.com.

CONFIDENCE LEVELS: From a recent Gallup Poll, the percentages of Americans who express “quite a lot” or “a great deal” of confidence in:

The military – 69 percentThe police – 54 percentOrganized religion – 46 percentThe president – 25 percentCongress – 14 percent

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AVOID RUNNY SPAGHETTI: How to get the sauce to stick to the pasta: “Before you strain the pasta, save one-quarter cup of the pasta water,” says Giada De Laurentiis. “Then drain the pasta, add a little parmesan cheese, then add your tomato sauce – and then mix in the reserved pasta water. The starches in the water help the sauce stick. It comes out really nice and creamy.”

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FOOD FACT: The word cookie sprung from the Dutch word koekje – meaning “little cake.”

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I SEE THROUGH: Nearly naked looks were huge in last fall’s runway shows as designers like Jil Sander and Marc Jacobs led the way with raincoats and blouses made from sheer fabrics; look for cheap imitations at H&M and Zara.

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SPICE DATE DECODER: Most people’s cabinets hold spices that are more than 4 years old! This site — www.spicecheckchallenge.com — features the McCormick Date Code Decoder, so you can find out if any of your seasonings are past their shelf life.

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FOREHEAD FIRMER: Start by rubbing the center of your forehead with the knuckles of your index and middle fingers. Moving in small, circular motions, continue to rub as you work your way out toward your temples. Repeat for two minutes.

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Pick up your FREE tickets to the Indiana Flower & Patio Show March 8th-16th at the Indiana State Fairgrounds.To receive your tickets (limited to two tickets per person) stop by the Carmel Arts & De-sign District office, located at 111 West Main Street in downtown Carmel, on or after Feb-ruary 27th between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm.

In addition to the free tickets you will also re-ceive a free promotional packet from many of the merchants in the arts and design district. For questions please call 571-ARTS (2787) and ask for Sherry Mielke.

NATURE’S INSPIRATIONS: Cool Creek Nature Center, 2000 E. 151ST St., is host for an art exhibit featuring nature-inspired artwork through March 2. Paintings, photography, and other art mediums will be displayed during the show. Entries from both professional and amateur artists will be featured. Visitors to the exhibit will be encouraged to cast a vote for their favorite entry. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday.

DORSEY TO SPEAK: The Mystery Company, 233 Second Ave. SW, Carmel, will host author Tim Dorsey at 7 p.m. on Thursday. He will talk about and sign copies of “Atomic Lobster,” the latest in his Florida-based series featuring Serge A. Storms. Find out more at themysterycompany.com or timdorsey.com.

A SHOW FOR HER: Simply She, a lifestyle show for women featuring fashion, beauty, cuisine décor and wellness, will be 5 to 9 p.m. March 13 and 14 at the Ritz Charles, 12156 N. Meridian St., Carmel. The Beat Goes On, featuring a retro fashion show and a Peace, Love and Rock ‘n Jewels show will be March 13. On March 14, there will be a LUXE Affair featuring a local celebrity LUXE runway show and a Diamonds in the LUXE jewelry show. Tickets at $15 are on sale now at many locations in Hamilton County. For a list, go to www.simplysheaffair.com.

PLAYERS PRESENT ‘ART’: The Carmel Community Players present “Art” starting this weekend. The show will run Friday-March 2, March 7-9 and 14-16 at Studio 15, 15 First Ave. NE, Carmel. Tickets are $12 to $15. Phone: 815.9387. Web: carmelplayers.org.

COOKING CLASSES: Kiss Z Cook is starting new classes on March 4 and 8. There will be classes for beginners and a series on sauces for the more advanced cooks. Classes begin at 6:30 at 890 E. 116th St. Register online at kisszcook.com, or call 815.0681 for more information.

Every month, 40 artists and writers as-semble at the Vermont Studio Center, an artist’s commu-nity set amid a collection of his-toric buildings on the Gihon River in north-ern Vermont. In September, Carmel’s Sofiya Inger will be one of the lucky participants.

“I’m very excited to go there,” said Inger, a Russian-born expressionist and surrealist artist. “First of all, I’ve never been to Vermont, though I have an idea of the place. Second, I’m always interested to see how a change of geography and the company of new people will influence my work.”

The Vermont Study Center is a collec-tion of artists who live and work together for the sole purpose of encouraging each resident to expand his or her creative horizons during their stay in the com-munity. Each year, VSC invites up to 600 residents, as well as 72 visiting artists and writers who each spend five days offering studio visits, conferences and public pre-

sentations of their work.“I can paint all day and all night if I

want to — without any of the usual inter-ruptions,” Inger said. “But it would be foolish not to take advantage of the learn-ing and networking opportunities while I’m there, too.”

Inger’s preparations for the residency have already begun. The Arts Council of Indianapolis is sponsoring a solo ex-hibition and sale of her paintings at the Artsgarden throughout March, in honor of Womyn’s Herstory Month.

“I’ve wanted to show Inger’s work since the first time I saw it. It’s so incredibly complex and expressive,” said Shannon Linker, director of artist services for the Arts Council of Indianapolis. “Our goal at the Artsgarden is to open new work, new artists and new ideas to the community.”

Among the pieces on display, look for “Soft Centers” (acrylic on canvas, $370), “Melting Pot” (acrylic on fabric, $600), “Life in Bloom” (acrylic on silk panel, $750), and “Running with Hopes” (acrylic on golden board, $950), all typical of Inger’s evocative imagery.

Prices for the pieces on display range from a modest $100 up to $2,900. All proceeds from the show will help finance travel and other expenses associated with the month-long residency at VSC, for which the Center awarded Inger a partial scholarship.

The Artsgarden exhibition opens on Friday and closes on March 31. The artist will be on hand from 6 to 8 p.m. on March 14 to meet with visitors to the free exhibition. You can also contact the artist directly at (317) 843-2487 or sonk8@aol.com for further information about her work or the upcoming residency.

Barbara E. Cohen is a freelance writer who covers the arts for Current in Carmel and teaches art history at Ivy Tech Community College. Please send comments or story ideas at barbara@i-writersstudio.com.

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Web site: www.Mudsocksgrill.comHours: 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.

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Mudsocks Grill is an independently owned restaurant for the family. The menu is diverse enough for everyone to find something perfect for them. “We have steaks and fish and other great dishes cooked up by our own personal chef and his menu,” said Mike Sullivan, general manager of Mudsocks Grill. Mudsocks offers an environment of an upscale sports bar. “We have hardwood finishes, flat screen TVs, stone fire pits and stone countertops. We don’t want to seem like we’re like other sports restaurants,” Sullivan said. A side room for business meetings or large group dinners is available for reservation. “The room has a projection TV with a sepa-rate audio option so that the occupants can play the kind of music or presenta-tions they want to play,” Sullivan said.

Debbie FaulconerFloor Manager, Muldoons in Carmel

Where she like to dine: Charleston’s Restaurant

Her favorite entree: I love their house salads, and their filets are always perfect.

What she likes about Charleston’s: The decor. It’s decorated with nice wood floors and is dimly lit. It reminds me of our place.

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Phone: 846.5965 Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

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MusicCarmel Symphony Orchestra Date: 7:30 p.m. March 15. Program: Bernstein & Webber: Broadway Hits with Jerry & Kathleen Hacker, vocalists. Location: Westfield High School, 18250 North Union Street, Westfield. Tickets: $20 for adults, $15 for seniors (65 & older), and $5 for students (high school – college). Younger students and children are FREE. However, please reserve a ticket if they will occupy a seat. Phone: 844.9717. Web: carmelsymphony.org.

Jackie Allen Date: 8:30 and 10:30 p.m. Friday. Location: The Jazz Kitchen, 5377 N. College Ave., Indianapolis. Price: $15. Phone: 253.4900. Web: jazzkitchen.com.

Mickey’s Irish Pub Date: Roadhouse: Saturday: Peace Train and the Flower Power Brass. Location:

13644 N. Meridian St. Phone: 573.9746. Web: mickeysirishpub.com.

Traveler’s Dream Date: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday. Location: Carmel Clay Public Library, 55 Fourth Ave. SE. An evening of traditional Celtic and early American music.

Tim Reynolds and TR3 Date: 8:30 p.m. Sunday (doors open at 7:30). Location: The Music Mill, 3720 E. 82nd St., Indianapolis. Tickets: $15, $17 day of show. Web: themusicmillvenue.com.

Jennifer Kirk and Friends Date: Thursday and Friday. Location: Kincaid’s at Clay Terrace, 14159 Clay Terrace Blvd., Carmel. Time: 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Featuring half-priced appetizers and drink specials for beer wine and cocktails, everyday from 3 to 7 p.m. and from 9 p.m. until closing. Phone: 575.9005 Web: kincaids.com.

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West Side Story Dates: Through March 22. Location: Beef & Boards Dinner Theater, 9601 Michigan Road, Indianapolis. Tickets: $33 to $55; includes buffet. Phone: 872.9664. Web: beefandboards.com.

My Fair Lady Dates: March 4-9. Location: Clowes Hall, Butler University, 4600 Sunset Ave., Indianapolis. Phone: 940.9696. Web: broadwayacrossamerica.com.

Thoroughly Modern Millie Dates: March 7-22. Location: Indianapolis Civic Theatre at Marian College, 3200 Cold Spring Road, Indianapolis. Tickets: $25 to $32. Phone: 923.4597. Web: civictheatre.org.

Art Dates: Friday-March 2, March 7-9 and 14-16. Location: Carmel Community Players, 15 First Ave. NE, Carmel. Tickets: $12 to

$15. Phone: 815.9387. Web: carmelplayers.org.

Special eventsArt of the Holocaust Dates: Saturday through March 31. Location: Carmel Clay Public Library, 55 Fourth Ave. SE. Visit the Main Lobby of the Carmel Clay Public Library to view a special

exhibit from the Center for Holocaust and Humanity Education in Cincinnati, OH. Phone: 814-3900. Web: carmel.lib.in.us.

KaraokeKaraoke with Mark When: 9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Location: Nippers II, 1772 E. 116th St., Carmel Phone: 818.9980.

DancingLatin Dance Party Date: 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Thursday. Location: The Jazz Kitchen, 5377 N. College Ave., Indianapolis. Price: $7. Phone: 253.4900. Web: jazzkitchen.com.

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publish a monthly Arts calendar, in con-junction with the Carmel Arts Council.

Galleries, theater groups and other arts-related groups based in Carmel are asked to share their information with Doreen Squire Ficara, executive director of the Carmel Arts Council for inclusion in the calendar.

The schedule calls for the calendar

to run the last Tuesday of each month for events to be presented the following month. The deadline to submit events is the 10th of each month for the subsequent month.

For example, the April calendar would appear on March 25, and the deadline would be March 10.

Send your information about arts-re-lated events to dsfcarmelarts@att.net.

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Animal, Vegetable, Miracle: A Year of Food LifeBy Barbara Kingsolver

A renowned novelist whose works have often centered on economic and cultural

injustices, Barbara Kingsolver now tackles her concerns for her own family (and the broader populace) regarding the food that we eat

every day. More of a memoir than a menu (though it does include some recipes), the author

narrates the experience of one full year of eating only food grown by her family or local farmers. Kingsolver, her husband and her two daughters packed up their belongings and moved from the desert environment of Arizona to a family farm in Virginia. Her account of the challenge is peppered with cooking excerpts written by her daughter Camille and more research-heavy sections on ecology and sustainable agriculture by her husband, Steven L. Hopp. It also features more than one or two humorous anecdotes about the labor of canning tomatoes and the intrigue of turkey mating rituals.

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