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You might be thinking that I started with
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Love Comes Full Circle
Extraordinary Acts of Kindness
by Sonia Ahuja
quickly. Earlier this year, a woman had answered his advertisement for home repair
work because water was leaking from her
roof into her bathtub.
Since the woman, Debbie Powers, didn’t have the money to pay for it, she called
Forister and asked if she could set up a payment plan with him. Forister told her if she
could get the materials to patch up the roof,
he would do the work for hardly anything,
which he did.
“How often do you meet a great
Samaritan like Paul?” Powers asked. “He really helped me when I needed it.”
Helping someone in need is not something that Forister, a middle-aged father and
grandfather raised in St. Louis, just thinks
about. It is a deliberate act.
“You can’t take money with you when
you die,” Forister explained. “But you can
end up with a lot of great memories in the
end. It’s not important for me to have a lot
of things. A person needs to survive and pay
their bills and taxes.”
Forister says he gets something worth
much more than “a few extra bucks” when
he helps someone like Powers—or someone
stranded by the side of a road. He says those
kinds of opportunities are chances to continue what he refers to as the “circle of love.”
“I am a person that doesn’t need a lot of
the modern comforts. I am most happy
while I am working,” he added.
Forister became convinced of this belief
years ago when he was married and his
three daughters were very young. His wife
had told him to stop spending so much time
helping others. She was very upset with him,
Forister recalls, and for a short while he
stopped helping others.
But that changed one day, when he saw
a woman stranded on the side of the road
standing next to her car. Her tire had blown
out. Forister came to her aid. He decided afterward that he would not be able to continue to comply with his wife’s request.
When he returned home that evening,
he had a surprising conversation with his
wife. She told him earlier that day she was
driving through an unsafe part of town with
their three young daughters when a tire on
the car blew out. An elderly man helped her,
she recalled. She then apologized to Forister
for telling him to stop spending time helping
others and said she would like him to continue to do what he had been doing before.
Then Forister told his wife that he had
helped a woman that day after a tire had
blown out on her car. They determined that
he had been helping the woman at the same
time that his wife was receiving help with her
car situation.
“I told my wife this was synchronicity,”
Forister said. “I really believe it to this day.”
Forister finally got to experience love
coming full circle. Last month, when he
needed a new place to live, Powers, who had
since become friends with him, phoned her
good friend, Claire. Claire owns a building
near Richmond Heights and had a one-bedroom unit but no tenant. Problem solved!
She not only gave Forister the keys to
the apartment, but a spare bed she had in
her home. Powers found a set of used furniture for Forister, and, in a matter of days, he
was living in a furnished apartment.
“I really credit Debbie and her friend
Claire, who didn’t even know me, with helping me out in my time of need. Debbie is really an inspiration,” Forister said.
Forister said, he sees that the circle of
love came to him. “This was really unexpected,” he said, “because I never had someone help me so much.”
The fact that this would not have transpired had Forister not helped Powers when
she needed it, is not lost on him.
“If I had made my first meeting with
Debbie about charging her money, I would
never have been able to patch her roof and
become friends with her. Debbie, with her
big heart, proved that what goes around
comes around. I can take money, but creating a circle of love is worth so much more.”
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It’s Human Nature to Nurture
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here’s been a debate among scientists
that dates back to thirteenth century France
about human nature versus human nurture.
Some scientists think that people behave as
they do according to genetic predispositions
or “animal instincts.” This is referred to as the
“nature” theory of human behavior. Others
believe that people think and behave in certain ways because they enter this world as a
blank slate and everything they think and do
is learned. This is known as the “nurture” theory of human behavior.
My perspective is that both human nature and human nurture are at play in our
lives, but as we wake up and become more
conscious beings we gain more and more
mastery over how we direct our human nature, or our basic instincts, through the conscious use of human nurture.
Two philosophy buffs were having a
deep theoretical argument. One of them said,
very sarcastically, “Since you’re so wise, answer this question: Why is it that when a slice
of buttered bread falls to the ground it’s
bound to fall on the buttered side?”
The other person decided to disprove
this theory by a simple, practical experiment.
He got a piece of bread, buttered it on one
side, and then dropped it.
“There you are,” he said triumphantly,
“The bread, as you can see, hasn’t fallen on
its buttered side at all. So where’s your theory now?”
The first person came back with, “You
think you’re so smart. You buttered the
bread on the wrong side!”
Doesn’t it seem to be human nature to
want to justify our beliefs, defend our position or opinion, and prove ourselves right—
sometimes to the point of the ridiculous?
Human nature seem to have certain
built-in tendencies. We’ve all said things like,
“It’s human nature to want to be loved. It’s
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human nature to desire success. It’s human
nature to be curious. It’s human nature to
want to feel important.” Many theologians
would say, “It’s human nature to be sinful.”
It seems obvious that human nature arrives at its true potential through human nurture. One of the human nurturing approaches
of modern psychology is to talk about one’s
“issues.” This is all about overcoming hurtful
past events by getting our feelings out, baring
our soul and discussing our issues.
Here’s a riddle for you: If you have ten issues, what’s the next thing you need? Well, if
you have ten issues, the next thing you need
is a pair of tennis shoes.
Maybe it’s human nature to talk about
one’s issues, and there may be some merit in
angry at your neighbor, walk a mile in his
shoes.” (Then you will be a mile away from
him—and you’ll have his shoes. Just kidding.)
2. Go the extra mile. You get out of anything what you’re willing to put into it.
3. Give back to life. To get from life, we
must give to life.
4. Treat others the way you would like
to be treated. This is simply the Golden Rule.
5. Think before you speak. Unbridled
words can wreak havoc with the concept of
human nurture.
6. Let every action be taken with love.
Love is understood by everything that
breathes.
7. Rejoice in gratitude always. Human nature can seem to be about bemoaning the tri-
‘It may be human nature to use our
imagination, but it’s human nurture
to use our imagination wisely.’
doing this. But doesn’t it make sense that the
more we think about and talk about our issues, the more issues we will find to talk
about? Talking about our issues can become
addictive and pretty soon life is just made up
mostly of issues. And then one finds oneself
telling one’s stories over and over and reinforcing the issues. Is that really human nurture? Perhaps sometimes it is, and sometimes
it isn’t.
At what point do we step beyond the issues to discover the truth that’s been there all
along, buried beneath a growing mound of
stories that often have more to do with our
imagination than with human nurture?
Here’s a brain teaser: Imagine you’re in
sinking rowboat surrounded by sharks. How
would you ensure survival? Stop imagining!
Step out of that dream.
Our mind is a powerful mechanism and
it can imagine anything to the point of making
it seem real in our human experience. It may
be human nature to use our imagination, but
it’s human nurture to use our imagination
wisely.
Our imagination is our ability to form
mental images. It helps us give meaning to experience, and understanding to knowledge or
awareness. It’s the basic way in which we
make sense of the world. It plays a key role in
our learning process. Imagination is fundamental to human nature, but it can also be
fundamental to the conjuring of stories filled
with assumption and erroneous logic and misperception. Likewise, our power of imagination is fundamental to our creativity and
fundamental to human nurture.
So let’s use the creative imagination of
our human nature, and come up with the Ten
Commandments of human nurture:
1. See things from the other person’s
point of view. Confucius say, “When you are
als and tribulations of life. But human nurture
is about cultivating a deep sense of joy and
gratitude.
8. “Fear not, only believe.” It’s human nature to worry. It’s human nurture to believe
in something greater than fear.
9. Seek understanding and do the wise
thing. Never approach any situation as
though you’re the expert without first checking up on your understanding of what’s happening. Then take action.
10. Stretch forth your hand. Never wait
for the other person to be the first to stretch
out a hand. You be the first. There is no law,
no rule, no restriction, no reason to withhold
one’s hand in good will.
All things considered, understanding,
extra effort, thoughtful action and the outstretched hands of men and women all over
the world—of all groups, religions, races, ages,
nations and cultures—can restore and heal all
of the withered values and intentions of
human nature through a simple act of human
nurture. I
Phylis Clay Sparks is the Spiritual Director of The Soul-Esteem Center, a
professional speaker and author of
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BOOK REVIEW
Ask And It Is Given
Learning to Manifest
Your Desires
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ecently, a friend encouraged me to
read Ask and It is Given, Learning to Manifest
Your Desires by Esther and Jerry Hicks (The
Teachings of Abraham). In 2004, when Ask
and It is Given was published, it was on the
New York Times’ bestseller list.
This book is somewhat out of the mainstream when it comes to the way in which it
was written, as well as the words and wisdom
that are offered. Keep in mind that Abraham
is a group of non-physical entities conveying
thought through Esther. The message is that
we have the ability to be, do or have anything
we desire and to bring ourselves to the feeling of joy from wherever we currently stand.
Before I started reading, my friend suggested that I watch a few of the AbrahamHicks videos found on the internet. As I
watched, I found myself listening closely. It all
made so much sense. So, I started reading
with the hope of learning more about the
teachings of Abraham. Ask and It is Given focuses on the following:
Abraham’s purpose: The entities are responding to our desire for leading-edge information about why we are here and how to
live our lives feeling good.
Abraham explains that one of the things
that keeps us from feeling good is how we express our desires. For example, when we
make a statement of what we do not want,
we are focused on the having of something
unwanted. In other words, the universe always provides that which we desire and does
not recognize “no.” Focusing on “no debt” is
recognized by the universe as “debt."
Abraham instructs the reader that after
we state what we desire, the universe answers immediately, and our desires begin to
manifest when we trust that our desires are
being answered. When we relax and go with
the flow, whatever we desire will arrive.
His message is that we must be a vibrational match to the thing we are wanting. In
other words, you cannot be prosperous and
feel poor at the same time.
Abraham states that we are here to experience joy through creating. The steps for
the creative process include:
Step 1: You ask the universe for what you
want (your task).
Step 2: The answer is given (not your task).
Step 3: The answer, which is given, has to be
allowed and received (by you).
Abraham says that the reason people do
not receive what they desire is that they are
out of alignment with that which they desire.
And that is the only reason—ever.
The example given in the book is that of
wanting a new car. You launch a desire by
noticing something that you want and feeling
it with emotion. But instead of maintaining a
good feeling about it, attention may be
turned to the unwanted thing—an old car and
what’s wrong with it. The justifications and
need for a new car reinforce the current situation, preventing the new car from coming
to you. But by focusing and thinking about
having a new car and feeling good, as if you already own the car, a new car is on its way.
According to Abraham, “As long as you
are more aware of what you do not want regarding this situation, what you do want cannot come to you.”
Abraham’s reminder: The law of attraction is
always working—it’s how we attract and create. Abraham explains the law of attraction
in these words: “It is the basis of your world,
our universe, and all that is. Things of like vibration are drawn to each other.”
We are all vibrational beings. We have
the ability to tune ourselves to certain vibrations — much like tuning a radio to different
frequencies to pick up stations. Our thought
is vibration.
In order to attract what we want, we
have to become a vibrational match to what
we want. What we focus on emotionally is
what we experience, whether it is something
wanted or unwanted.
Since the law of attraction is always at
work, everything is based on it—everything!
Abraham and the Emotional Guidance System (EGS) Abraham stresses the importance
of paying attention to our feelings. Abraham
says we are not aware of how we are vibrating. Our feelings are indicative of what we are
thinking and therefore vibrating. High vibrations are like bright beacons to the universe.
These high vibrations are easily recognized
and responded to by the universe.
In the EGS there is a scale of 22 levels of
emotions. The lowest level of emotion is
fear/grief/depression/despair/powerlessness. A few levels up is anger. Anger is at a
higher vibrational level than depression. Moving up the scale to higher vibration are, to
name a few, doubt, then pessimism, hopefulness and finally joy. If we are feeling doubt and
then move up to hopefulness we’re moving
up the scale of the EGS. However, if we’re
feeling doubt and then move down to anger,
we’re headed back down the scale.
The higher we move on the scale of
emotions the closer we are to connecting
with source energy. Source energy is the vi-
brational stream of well-being from which
everything flows. Going lower on the scale
causes us to move out of alignment with
source energy.
Abraham emphasizes that what matters
most is that we always reach for an improved
feeling and that we learn to pay attention to
our feelings.
Abraham says, “Pay attention to the way
you feel and deliberately choose thoughts
about everything that feel good to you when
you think them.” If we feel bad, that is an indication that our thoughts are not in alignment with that which we want and who we
are—joyful, powerful creators.
There are two sections to this book. The
first section is the instructional manual on
how to align our own vibration. It is filled with
interesting and thought-provoking information. There is a bit of repetition in each chapter. This put me off at first, but as I continued
reading I began to appreciate the reinforcement. I was struck by the importance of the
guidance that was being provided.
The second section of the book is comprised of 22 exercises or processes to help
readers align with their vibration and make
feeling good a reality. The processes are enjoyable and worth taking the time to practice.
Each is slightly different, but each process attempts to lead one to the ultimate alignment
vibration of feeling good.
As a self-proclaimed skeptic, I came away
from this book with the understanding that
being aware of my feelings and thoughts, and
practicing being in control of those feelings
and thoughts brings me closer to manifesting
what I want in my life.
Whether this information is coming
from Abraham, a group of non-physical entities or Esther Hicks doesn’t really matter.
The message is full of positive ideas that are
easy to comprehend and incorporate in our
daily lives. I
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Tired of Being Tired?
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Many people assume their thyroid (hypothyroidism) is the culprit. However, a
problem commonly mistaken for hypothyroidism is Adrenal Fatigue Syndrome, also
known as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Here’s
how that syndrome evolves.
The adrenal glands consist of two organs, the adrenal medulla and the adrenal
cortex. The cortex is configured like an envelope wrapped around the medulla.
The two adrenal glands are commonly
referred to as the stress glands. If we understand the biochemistry and physiology
that take place behind the scenes, we may
be able to recognize stressed adrenal glands
before they become exhausted.
Stress, regardless of its source—chemical, physical or emotional—always elicits the
following reactions: alarm; resistance or compensation to meet the stress; and exhaustion if the stress was too strong or was
maintained too long.
The purpose of the adrenal glands is to
trigger the alarm response. This reaction is
accomplished, in part, by the release of norepinephrine and epinephrine from the adrenal medulla.
The effects of norepinephrine are: increased activity of the heart; inhibition of the
gastrointestinal tract; and the dilation of the
pupils.
The effects of epinephrine are similar to
norepinephrine, except that epinephrine increases the metabolic rate of the entire
body. This includes increasing the rate at
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which glycogen is stored in the liver, is converted to glucose and released into the
blood.
Once epinephrine (adrenaline) and norepinephrine (noradrenaline) are released,
the alarm reaction leads to a more generalized response by the entire body. However,
if these alarm reactions are too long or happen too frequently, the body's ability to respond quickly will diminish. Then, the
adrenal medulla will hypertrophy in an attempt to meet the increased demand for
these hormones. It is at this point that symptoms of fatigue and inability to cope with
stress appear.
If the stress continues and the increased
nutritional needs of the adrenal organs are
not addressed, the gland begins a long, slow
decline into atrophy.
To help prevent the problem, the autonomic nervous system requires calcium and
potassium to allow cellular response for the
alarm reactions, as well as protein and carbohydrate metabolism. Additionally, the adrenal glands require vitamins B and C—more
than what is normally contained in an overthe-counter stress formula.
Symptoms of Adrenal Stress Syndrome,
also known as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Common symptoms of adrenal involvement are:
• fatigue
• irritability
• insomnia
• depression
• sore, stiff joints, such as arthritis
• hormone imbalance
• digestive issues: gas, bloating, irritable
bowel syndrome
These and other symptoms can easily
be recognized by a qualified doctor of chiropractic.
In children and young adults, Attention
Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention
Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
can also be associated with adrenal stress
syndrome.
Finding an internal health specialist — a
specialization within chiropractic—is an important step in diagnosing and treating Adrenal Stress Syndrome.
If you would like to find out more, Eric
Nepute, D.C., will be giving an informational
lecture on Wednesday, September 15, 6
p.m. at Nepute Chiropractic, located at
4225 Bayless Avenue. Call (314) 544-5600
to reserve your space at the lecture. I
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Michael Beckwith Says,
“Change Your Diet”
AU T U M N S P L E N D O R
M
ichael Bernard Beckwith invites you to
change your diet. What does this man, a slim,
trim guru of health and vitality, recommend? It’s
called “The Worry Free Diet,” Beckwith’s own
weight-loss program designed to help us shed
excess pounds of negativity.
Breakfast begins with “Cheery Os.” It’s a
great way to zero out negative gossip and lessthan-cheerful comments made by friends and
family. One simply responds with an “O?” (With
a smile, of course.)
For lunch, a big bowl of “Not So Ball Soup.”
Ever feel like the world has been overrun by
chickens? Chicken Little, that is. When you’re
confronted by a Chicken Little running around
shouting, “The sky is falling, the sky is falling!” be
bold with your answer. “Not so.”
Follow up with a large portion of “Grateful
Fruit.” Ask yourself, “What can I be thankful for
today?” Several helpings of this and you will definitely shed a few negative pounds.
Finish the day with a man-size portion of
the “No TV Dinner.” Television to negativity is
like ice cream and chocolate to a dieter — it
packs on the pounds! Try substituting it with
some “Tell-a-vision.” Beckwith suggests asking
the question: “What is trying to emerge in my
life? What amazing vision can I bring forth?” As
you visualize it, share it! You’ve let go of all that
negative weight you’ve been hanging onto. Now
is your chance to pass on something positive.
Michael Beckwith, with wife and musician
Rickie Byars Beckwith, bring their “Worry Free
Diet” plan to St. Louis as part of their new PBS
special, The Answer Is You. According to Beckwith, The Answer Is You is not a concert, not a
lecture, but a powerful evening of music and inspiration that can change people’s lives.
In The Answer Is You, Beckwith encourages
attendees to ask themselves three questions:
“How can I give? How can I grow? What can I
celebrate?” Beckwith addresses profound questions often raised during times of challenge and
change. The answers delve deeply into methods
for manifesting prosperity and health, such as
adopting mindsets and heart-sets that empower
individuals to live rich, fulfilling, positive lives, understanding universal laws and identifying a
larger purpose in life.
The Answer Is You will be held Friday, October 1, 7:30 p.m. at the 560 Music Center located at 560 Trinity Ave. in University City.
The event is sponsored by BellaSpark Productions and tickets are $30 for general admission. Special VIP packages, which include a
private reception with Michael and Rickie and
VIP seating, are $75. A bonus half-day workshop on Saturday, Oct. 2 is also scheduled at
Unity Christ Church. That costs $65. Tickets
are available at BellaSpark.com or through BellaSpark Productions, (970) 443-0732. I
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In Honor of
Grandparents’ Day
September 12, 2010
In honor of Grandparents’ Day, Java Journal asked readers to tell us about how their grandparents touched their
lives. A big thanks to those who shared their stories. We
were extremely touched by this story from Michele Wessley. We hope you enjoy it, too.
My Grandmother
When I was growing up, my
grandmother took care of me most of
the time. My parents were divorced
and I lived with my grandparents. That
might sound sad to you, but it was by
far the best thing that could ever have
happened to me. I went to live with
them when I was seven years old. I still
saw my parents, but most of my time
was spent with my grandmother. They
lived on a farm in Southern Missouri
and raised cattle and chickens and grew
vegetables. They also had a dog named
Benny and several cats.
My grandmother was the type of
person who made everyone feel good.
No matter what I did, she always loved
and accepted me. I always felt important, no matter what. There were
times when I misbehaved, but she was
still kind about how she disciplined me.
She was so nice, but firm, that I never
wanted to repeat my bad behavior. She
made me WANT to behave better. She
loved me and I never doubted it.
Even though she worked all the
time canning vegetables, taking care of
the animals, doing laundry (she hung
the clothes on a line to dry, even in the
winter) and so many other things
around the farm, she patiently gave
time to me. I helped her with many of
the chores, and we did them together.
She taught me how to can fruits
and vegetables for the winter, milk
cows, grow vegetables in her garden,
bake pies and bread and clean fish. She
even got my friends involved in canning
and baking. My friends always had fun
at my house because of my grandmother. And she drove me and my
friends everywhere we wanted to go
when the chores were finished.
My grandfather died when I was a
teenager. He was a very nice but quiet
man, so I wasn’t as close to him as I was
with my grandmother, but we loved
each other. I knew that my grandmother missed him, but her love never
changed for me. Even though he was
gone, her sweet and loving attitude
never changed. Teenagers can sometimes be quite challenging, and I was no
exception, but my grandmother hung
in there with me and loved me no matter what I did.
Those teenage years passed, and
we managed to stay close. When I left
home for college, my grandmother
stayed on the farm, never wanting to
leave. It was her home, her memories,
her friends, her animals, her life. She
was always healthy and joyful, so thankfully she was able to stay on the farm
with the help of friends and neighbors.
After college, I got married,
moved to St. Louis and had a baby boy.
I visited my grandmother as often as I
could. I loved her so much. My grandmother died nine years ago. But a part
of her lives on in me. You see, she made
me who I am today. I am who I am because of my grandmother. She gave me
love, acceptance, hope, peace, security.
She gave me confidence. She gave me
joy. She is the only person I can ever
say who has truly given me unconditional love. She was my friend.
Grandparents’ Day is very special
to me. Without the love of my grandmother, I can’t imagine how my life
would have turned out. When I celebrate Grandparents’ Day, I take some
time to be alone with my thoughts
about my grandmother, and I talk with
her as if she’s with me. As crazy as it
sounds, I think she sets that day aside
for me, too.
Michele M. Wessley
St. Louis
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Grandparents’
Perspectives
by Sherman Lee
W
hat does it mean to be a grandparent in today’s society? Quite a few people
don’t even know there’s a special day set aside
for grandparents. Of those who do, many will
co-celebrate Mother’s or Father’s Day.
A cruise is a perfect opportunity to ponder the role of grandparents, especially because many cruise passengers are retired, and
many of them plan extended family gatherings
on a cruise ship. On a recent summer cruise to
Alaska, several passengers shared their reflections about this special time in their lives.
The most common “best aspect” of being
a grandparent is the unconditional love shared
with the grandchildren. Gene Keng of Laguna
Hills, Calif., loves his young grandchildren’s innocence. “They’re fun to play with. I’m more
cheerful and they make me feel young again.”
Charlene Gridley of Reston, Va., echoed
other common sentiments: “You can play with
them when you want, or tell them to go away
when you don’t feel like it.” For her, it’s fascinating to see her adult son interact with his
children. But it also comes with the challenge
each grandparent in this set of interviews
struggles with: refraining from advising their
kids about how to parent. The books and advice are so different now from her time, and
simple things like child car seats didn’t even
exist back then. Gridley wryly observed, “It’s
a wonder that the younger generation even
survived into adulthood.”
When asked to compare her grandparenting style with that of her own parents, Gridley stated that one major difference is that
she likes to get down on the floor and play
with them. Her Chinese immigrant parents followed the “respected elders” model. This behavior called upon parents to be looked up
to—even worshipped —as teachers. They
would never have gotten their hands dirty
with the young children; that’s what maids and
nannies were for. As a grandparent, Gridley
sees in herself a very different blend of authority versus intimacy. Nowhere to be seen
in the mix is her parents’ authoritativeness.
Gridley’s husband, Peter, also feels the
challenge of not trumping their son’s parenting. It’s hard not knowing what the parents
want and it’s not something they’ve discussed
with their son and daughter-in-law. Peter says,
“It’s especially hard when the parents are
there” because it would be telling the parents
how to do their jobs. When the parents are
away it’s much easier because Peter then simply asks the grandchildren, “What would your
Mommy and Daddy say?”
Peter Gridley was asked what he would
have done differently as a parent, knowing
what he knows now as a grandparent. “I
would have spent more time with my son.
Charlene raised him. Back then my job—I was
actually pursuing two careers—was to ensure
the family’s finances.”
When asked what was the most surprising thing about becoming a grandparent, Charlene Gridley's sister, Meili Pinto of Warner
Springs, Calif., remarked how different her
grandchildren are from her. It’s a common
phenomenon for most immigrants, but exacerbated by being so geographically far from
her grandchildren.
In fact, grandparents’ reflections on seeing their families fell into two categories: close
or far. Being part of the ‘far’ grandchildren’s
lives is similar to long-distance relationship dating. Instead of a steady, constant presence, inperson interactions must be planned in
advance, for short, intense bursts of activity.
For Pinto, the only bad thing about being a
grandparent is the geographical distance,
which is so bad that sometimes her grandchildren feel like strangers to her. One of the obvious antidotes to that is more frequent visits
with each other, such as making this cruise
possible for the extended family.
One of the grandparents on the cruise,
Sharon Wilhelmi of Grand Forks, N.D., straddles the line between close and far grandchildren relationships.Even with her grandchildren
who live a few states away, no more than two
months pass between visits. Most of her
grandchildren are in town or a just a few hours
away and she positively beamed when asked
to reflect upon her grandparenthood.
According to Wilhelmi, the best aspect
of grandparenthood is that she “can have the
lousiest day, but those kids are the best medicine.” She loves being a part of their everyday
lives and can’t wait to share thoughts with
them. She found that the most surprising thing
about being a grandparent was wondering if
she could love the second one as much as the
first. She could, and did so for each of the
grandchildren as they came along.
When asked what she could do as a
grandparent that she could not do as a parent, Wilhelmi mostly echoed the others: take
classes and pursue hobbies and other interests, such as the cruise. Peter Gridley put it a
slightly different way. “My life, work and hobbies are all pretty much the same, just with
grandchildren added to the mix.” There’s
more time and flexibility than before, but
more intention is needed due to geographical
distance.
Finally, what about the role of the grandparent? Meili’s husband, Michael Pinto, summarized best what turned out to be a
universal theme in these interviews.
“It’s the expression of wisdom and knowledge and the passing on of the cultural legacy.”
He added that the grandparent gives the
grandchild a place to turn. The parent has to
wear many hats— teacher, disciplinarian, provider and so on, and helps move the child forward into the world. The grandparent can be
the gentle one whom the child can turn to.
The child gives the grandparent a way to interpret the changing world. For the child, the
grandparent gives a sense of the world and
where he or she came from.
In short, grandparents provide a “glue to
the generations.” I
Creating Positive Change
Be Prepared!
by Fran Taylor
When I observe people who get
what they want, I see they all have one
thing in common—they are physically and
emotionally prepared. If it’s a new job you
seek, being prepared is a must — appropriate clothing for interviewing, up-todate resume and a list of contacts. If you
intend to move, be prepared by getting
rid of unused items, making repairs and
getting your finances in order.
Whether it’s a job you seek or a
new place to live— or you simply want to
feel better and be in charge of your life—
basic preparedness is necessary.
If you’re always late, your house is
disorganized, unopened mail is piling up,
your bedroom has piles of clothes, and
you’re always buying fast food because
you didn’t pack a sack lunch, it’s time to
get your act together. As long as you’re
unprepared and disorganized, it is not
likely that you will have time to create
and experience positive change.
Here are some ideas to help you be
fully prepared for opportunities that will
inevitably come your way —they WILL
come your way when you are prepared.
Fran’s List
•
•
•
•
•
Wake up an hour earlier than usual.
Eat a healthy breakfast—fruit, nuts, whole grains.
Pack a lunch—protein, fruits and vegetables.
Plan your evening meal.
Make your bed and straighten the house—you’ll
appreciate coming home to organization.
• Spend 15 minutes meditating—just clear your mind
and count your breaths. It’s important.
• Leave the house 15 minutes earlier than usual.
• Drink HUGE amounts of water. Your body will adjust to it (fewer trips to the restroom).
• When you return home, do something physical—
take a walk, ride a bike, hit the gym.
• Do something fun, but don’t watch TV.
• Prepare your clothes for the following day.
• Get a good night’s sleep.
These are the basics of being prepared. Stay on top
of your life and be prepared for opportunity! The opportunities will come, and you’ll feel great in the
process.
A Healthier Life for Everyone and a Better Life for Anyone™
Vikki Farmer, Independent Shaklee Distributor
mvfarmer.myshaklee.com (636) 942-5955 (314) 369-8757
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Café Olé!
September Simmers!
by Marian Rein
File photo
Imagine—it’s 70 degrees, the windows are open with a gentle breeze blowing through and the
kitchen floor feels cool under your bare feet. A steaming-hot pot of soup is simmering on the stove.
That’s a scene that brings me very good feelings.
I’m a soup lover, and for those of you who are like me, September is my favorite time to keep
a pot of it simmering on the stove.
When it comes to feeding your family something easy and nutritious, you just can’t beat homemade soup! When my son, Sam, was very young, he loved soup and would often say, in his toddler
voice, “Mamma, go cook soup.” He loved it.
Here are three recipes that I’ve developed over the years. I hope you’ll try them and let me
know what you think. If you have a delicious soup recipe that you’re willing to share, write to me
at [email protected].
Lentil Soup
1 turkey carcass and bones
2 onions, roughly chopped
4 chicken bullion cubes
2 carrots, roughly chopped
2 stalks of celery, roughly chopped
1 apple, roughly chopped
pepper to taste
Soup’s On!
turkey meat from carcass
2 carrots, chopped small
1 stalk of celery, chopped small
3 Tbsp. parsley flakes
1 Tbsp. cumin
dash of ground red pepper
salt and pepper to taste
Optional: 1⁄3 cup rice or broken spaghetti
In a large stock pot, add turkey carcass and bones. Add water to cover threefourths of it. Add the next six ingredients. Cook for at least two hours on
medium-low heat. Remove the carcass and bones. Strain broth into a smaller
pot. Add remaining ingredients and simmer until carrots are tender.
In a medium stock pot, simmer onion and garlic in butter or olive oil until tender. Add remaining ingredients, except Sherry. Cook over
medium-low heat for one and a half to two
hours. Add additional water if it becomes too
thick. Add Sherry before serving.
Beans and Sausage Soup
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1 large onion, chopped small
1 Tbsp. butter or olive oil
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 lb. smoked sausage (cut in half lengthwise, then cut into 1-inch diagonal slices)
7 1/2 cups of water
1/2 cup split peas
1/2 cup lentils
3/4 cup barley
1/4 cup dried black beans
1/4 cup dried red beans
2 chicken bullion cubes
1 tsp. onion powder
1/2 tsp. basil
1 1/2 tsp. rosemary
dash of red pepper
1 16-oz can chicken broth
In a stock pot, sauté onions and garlic in butter or olive oil until soft. Add sausage
and brown. Add remaining ingredients and simmer for one to one and a half
hours or until soup is thick and beans are soft.
File photo
Turkey Soup
1 large onion, chopped small
4 cloves of garlic, chopped
1 Tbsp. butter or olive oil
1 16-oz can peeled tomatoes, smashed or pureed
1 Tbsp. tomato paste
4 cups water
1 cup (1/2 bag) lentils
2 carrots, chopped small
1 stalk celery, chopped small
3 Tbsp. parsley flakes
1 tsp. oregano
1 bay leaf
salt and pepper to taste
1
⁄4 cup Sherry
The Norton Grape
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I heard it through the grapevine…
The next time you take a sip of your favorite
Because Norton wines remain very popular,
Missouri wine and savor a strong dry grape flavor, producing enough of the fruit to keep up with the
it is likely you are drinking a wine produced from demand is challenging. More acres of land have
been set aside to produce the Norton grape, includthe Norton grape.
ing a plot in Texas a decade ago.
The oldest cultivated grape in the United States,
Many medical studies suggest compounds
the Norton Grape was first grown in Richmond,
Va., by Dr. Daniel N. Norton in 1820. It became found in grapes have health benefits. Some antioxhighly prized, and demand for Norton wines grew idant and anti-inflammatory properties are found in
purple grapes and red wine.
both in Europe and America.
Though first produced in Virginia, the Norton
grape is Missouri’s “official grape,” and is the main
squeeze of wineries concentrated here in the midwestern state—Adam Puchta Winery, Stone Hill
Winery, Hermannhof Winery, Les Bourgeois Vineyards and St. James Winery. Missouri is where most
of these grape are grown, though one vineyard in
Middleburg, Va., produces large quantities of the
Norton grape as well.
Missouri has several famous wineries, and
they’re a short drive from St. Louis. They are some
of the nation’s oldest, and their wines have won
prestigious medals in national and international
competitions.
A day trip to a local winery means not only sipping great wine and munching on cheese and crackers, but also taking in some of the most stunning
views in the state. Some have serene atmospheres,
near valleys, hilltops or rivers. Other wineries are
lively, with live music and even sports pubs.
Described as having an intense grape flavor, the
Norton grape is sometimes considered to be similar
to the Concord grape, but a bit less sweet, accordThere’s no better time to visit a Missouri wining to Slow Food USA. The Norton grape, which
ery than September. Imagine sitting on the patio of
has a profound bluish-purple color, is highly adapta winery—visiting with friends, nibbling on cheese
able to Missouri weather conditions.
and sausage and partaking of a delicious Missouri
wine. Give it a try!
Growing Grapes
Grapes need a location that drains well and contains
rocky soil. Often, grapevines are planted on sloping or rocky
land. Adequate drainage is key. Root systems of grapevines
can reach as long as 30 feet.
Certain varieties of grape thrive in certain climates and
soil conditions. Sunlight, soil quality and climate are important, as great wines start with the actual vineyard, not winemaking technology.
Climate is a crucial factor when it comes to producing
quality wine grapes and grapevine longevity. It is important to
select grape varieties that ripen during your growing season.
Growing grape varieties that produce mature wine grapes
during very hot months should be avoided.
Four to six weeks after they are planted, grapevines require plenty of water. The entire root should be soaked and
kept moist. At least eight feet around the base of the plants
is good because the roots of a single vine can spread to three
to six feet from the base of the plant.
Compost may be necessary if vines are not getting
enough nutrients. Leaves should be dark green and healthy.
If the vine looks as if it is not thriving, use several feet of compost around the base of the plants.
Trees nearby may create too much shade for the vine
and rob moisture from the soil. Small animals such as rabbits,
raccoons and birds can be a problems for your crop.
Perched dramatically on a hill overlooking picturesque Hermann, Mo.,
Stone Hill Winery is one of the most
popular tourist attractions in Missouri
Wine Country. Listed on the National
Register of Historic Places, Stone Hill
produces world-class wines in an OldWorld setting reminiscent of Germany.
Guests enjoy guided tours of historic cellars, samples of award-winning
wines and juices and a lovely gift shop.
A relaxing lunch or dinner awaits at the
adjacent Vintage Restaurant where German cuisine is the specialty of the house.
A nationally awarded winery, Stone
Hill has won more than 3,500 medals
since 1993, including the 2009 and 2010
Missouri Governor's Cup awards.
Stone Hill Winery
Hermann, Missouri
(800) 909-9463
stonehillwinery.com
In 1998, David and Tammy Campbell purchased the restaurant and have
grown the establishment to include not
only the restaurant and working winery,
utilizing local caverns where much of the
bottling is done, but also a gift shop just
a few blocks south on historic Main
Street. Their vineyard is in Eiola, Mo.,
where they grow the Norton and Vignole grapes.
With more than 20 years producing award-winning wines, Little Hills Winery now ranks among the largest
wineries in Missouri. Stop by and relax
in the main dining area or upstairs in the
loft, and savor the moment by tasting
award-winning Little Hills Wines, produced from French hybrid and native
wine grapes, all grown in Missouri.
Little Hills Winery
St. Charles, Missouri
(636) 946-9339
littlehillswinery.com
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Never Say Can’t
by Lacy Scarmana
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in your LIFE!
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hough it is time to calm down and
get ready for bed, Casey Adams challenges
his younger brother, Danny, to a competition: Who can brush his teeth the fastest?
Casey was four when he was approached by Bob Szyeman, who ran the St.
Louis Wheelchair Athletic Association
(SLWAA).
“[Szyeman] saw Casey out and about
and talked Casey into [wheelchair] racing,”
Pat Adams, Casey’s mom, said. “Casey was
always a competitive kid and [racing] gave
him an outlet to compete.”
Casey, now 22 years old, continues to
channel his competitive nature while playing wheelchair basketball for the University
of Missouri–Columbia.
It was through SLWAA that Casey
was introduced to Kelly Behlmann, the
head track coach at the time.
“Kelly is very manipulating in a good
way,” Casey said. “She’s extremely tough
on you if she believes in you.”
Behlmann’s passion for bringing out
the best in people is what led her to pursue
her dream of founding the Disabled Athlete Sports Association (DASA) in 1997.
Prior to that, Behlmann, a physical therapist, focused on children with disabilities.
She wanted to switch that focus to the abilities each child has. Behlmann’s foundation
involves visually impaired kids as well.
From June 20 through June 25, I had
the opportunity to volunteer at Camp Wecandu, the first DASA overnight camp at
Babler State Park. The children of DASA
participated in kayaking, archery, dancing,
swimming, scuba diving, martial arts and
horseback riding. It was a chance to live independently for a week. It was an ordinary
summer camp filled with extraordinary
kids. There was one very important rule:
never say the word “can’t.”
“She never wants to hear the word
can’t. Can’t is never spoken,” Pat Adams
said. Based on that one week, I saw Kelly’s
ability to push people to their limits, to
keep going when they feel they should give
up. I was inspired by her determination to
see everybody succeed. She taught me the
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importance of working hard despite the
obstacles that may be in my way.
In addition to helping kids with disabilities participate in sports, Behlmann
makes presentations at schools and teaches
other children to realize that, even if you
have a disability, you have many more abilities to show off.
Today, Casey Adams also makes presentations at schools in his free time to
share his personal experience.
“There are a lot of opportunities for
people in wheelchairs. Ever since I was little, Kelly’s been able to bring out my athletic abilities and instilled a lot of selfconfidence,” Casey Adams said. “Because
of her, I’m able to talk to kids and explain
a little bit about myself.”
Behlmann’s positive influence on children encourages whole families to do the
best they can and help others.
“She has a way of challenging everyone around her to get involved,” Pat said.
“A lot of people benefit from her and her
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COCA Introduces New Executive Director
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tion from University of Missouri in St. Louis.
She is also a graduate of the CORO
Women in Leadership Program.
COCA is the nation’s fifth largest multidisciplinary community arts center. The
organization has received significant national recognition for its achievements, including: a Bridge Builders Award from
Partners for Livable Communities, recognizing COCA’s strong partnerships in community improvement; participation in the
Partners in Education Program of the
Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts;
three Ford Foundation grants for Interchange, COCA’s collaborative arts integration program in the St. Louis Public Schools;
and a Coming Up Taller Award from the
White House.
In 2009, COCA was featured as one
of 19 case study sites for Qualities of Quality: Understanding Excellence in Arts Education. It was a research study conducted
by Harvard University’s Graduate School
of Education aimed at identifying and defining the key components of high-quality arts
learning and teaching, both in and out of
school.
Barbara Archer, president of COCA’s
board of directors, had this to say of her
new hire. “After an extensive national
search, we are fortunate and delighted that
the best candidate to lead COCA into the
next phase of its development comes from
within. Kelly’s combination of demonstrated leadership, commitment to quality
arts education and community building,
make her most qualified to build on the
outstanding success we’ve achieved in our
first 23 years.”
Pollock began her new job in July. Her
predecessor and founding executive director, Stephanie Riven, left to join David Bury
Associates in New York.
Founded in 1986, COCA’s mission is
to enrich lives and build community
through the arts. COCA’s noteworthy programming includes an extensive arts education program in dance, music, theatre,
voice and visual arts. It offers: 500 classes,
camps and workshops annually at its University City headquarters and at 50 schools
and community centers; The COCA Family
Theatre Series; The Millstone Gallery at
COCA; and its award-winning Urban Arts
and Interchange programs, providing free
arts education and arts integrated programming to St. Louis Public School students. It serves 50,000 people annually. For
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after an extensive national search. Pollock is
only the organization’s second executive director in 23 years.
Pollock, COCA’s general manager
since 2006, started at COCA in 1997 as its
director of development. In her eight years
in that position, the organization’s budget
grew from $1.7 million to its current $5 million. She successfully managed COCA’s $10
million Access to Excellence capital and endowment campaign. She also secured millions of dollars in grants over the years
from several sources, including National Endowment for the Arts, Wallace Foundation, Kresge Foundation and MetLife
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As COCA’s general manager, Pollock
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Adorable Adoptables
Maintaining a Happy,
Healthy Dog on a Budget
RALPHIE
by Richard Hoyle
Ralphie is a real sweetheart,
though a bit territorial. His
owner passed away and there
was no family member to care
for him. He would love have a
home with someone who will
adore him.
Courtesy of the APA
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Courtesy of the APA
MARY
Mary is a one-year-old gray
tabby. She loves to be around
people and is playful. Her favorite activities include chasing
string toys and batting balls
around her house.
Ralphie and Mary are available for adoption at the Animal Protective
Association, 1705 S. Hanley Road, (314) 645-4610. www.apamo.org.
s a trainer, I’m often asked how to
maintain a healthy dog in an economy like the
one we have today. With trips to the veterinarian, food bills and training costs on the rise,
things can become overwhelming. Many petfriendly families are losing their homes to foreclosure and feeling like they are being forced
to give up their beloved dogs. It can be like giving away a family member that has been with
them for years. There are solutions, however,
that will enable them to keep their dogs and
maintain their health while on a tight budget.
• Food—Americans spend more than $50
billion a year on pet care products that aren’t
always necessary. Instead of buying gourmet
or premium holistic food, read the ingredient
labels on medium-grade food to see what it
has to offer your dog. You might be surprised
at how closely related they are to the more
expensive premium brands.
• Veterinarian—Vetting can run into the
hundreds or thousands of dollars, depending
on the needs of your pet. Call a vet with minor
questions before making the trip. You could
check into the services provided by the Humane Society and the Animal Protective Association. Their services are low-cost and in
some cases, they may provide financial aid to
pet owners in need.
• Medication – You can buy medication on
the internet that will cost you half or less than
half of the amount being charged by your veterinarian. Find out what your pet needs and
order it from a reputable website.
• Training—The cost of basic and advanced
training has risen in the past two years. Search
for a trainer with reasonable rates, who will
teach you how to train while her or she is
training your dog. These cost-effective trainers are out there.
• Housing —Pet-friendly houses and apartments are available all over the St. Louis area.
It can be difficult to find at first, but with a little extra leg work you can get it done.
• Toys and more Toys—Toys and gadgets
are great to have around for you and your
dog’s enjoyment. However, a ton of toys can
be too much. Pets are easily entertained by a
few toys rather than a box of gadgets. In fact,
many pet owners are finding inexpensive ways
to create their own dog toys at home. Some
are inventing their own dog treats with very
little money invested.
Following these tips can save pet owners
hundreds of dollars a year, giving their dogs
everything they need to be a well-balanced
part of the family. Your dogs will live out their
years healthy and happy, knowing that they
can stay with the family that has always provided the love they are accustomed to. I
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Saturday, October 2, 2010
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ny reader who is concerned about the
welfare of farm animals may be interested in
knowing that Tower Grove Park will be the St.
Louis site for the national Walk for Farm Animals. The fundraiser, for Farm Sanctuary, will
be held Saturday, Oct. 2, with registration at 9
a.m. at the Chinese Pavilion.
St. Louis is one of 70 cities in the United
States and Canada hosting a walk to promote
compassion for farm animals and raise vital
funds to support the lifesaving rescue, education and advocacy work of Farm Sanctuary,
the nation’s leading farm animal protection organization. This year’s national Walk spokesperson is celebrity trainer and television
personality Bob Harper from NBC’s hit show
The Biggest Loser.
“Getting and staying physically fit,” Harper
says, “is a lot easier when you have a powerful
motivation, and I can’t think of a better reason
to get moving this fall than to raise vital funds
and awareness for farm animals.” He says he
feels more clear-headed and stronger since
adopting a plant-based diet, and his cholesterol
dropped more than 100 points.
Farm Sanctuary, incorporated in 1986,
exposes and stops cruelty to farm animals.
There are two shelters, located in Watkins
Glen, N.Y., and Orland, California.
Participants will receive an event t-shirt
and other prizes—and there will be music and
food. The walk starts at 10 a.m.
To register or learn more, visit walkforfarmanimals.org or contact St. Louis Walk coordinator Lisa Rimmert at (910) 728-0253 or
[email protected].
“For nearly 25 years, Walk for Farm Animals has provided a forum for people from all
walks of life to spread a powerful message of
compassion for farm animals in their own cities
and hometowns,” said Gene Baur, president
and co-founder of Farm Sanctuary.
The 2010 Walk for Farm Animals is sponsored nationally by Boston Baked Bonz, Great
Sage Organic Green Cuisine and Karmavore
Vegan Store. Local sponsors include Carol
House Furniture, The Healthy Planet, Whole
Foods and St. Louis Java Journal.
Additional information, can be found at
farmsanctuary.org or by calling (607) 5832225. I
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Twentieth Annual Canine Carnival Sunday, October 3 at Tilles
Park in Ladue from 11 a.m. to 3
p.m. This is St. Louis’ event “where
the dogs play the games and win
the prizes.” Bring the entire family — human AND canine — to the
Canine Carnival, which is sponsored by Purina ONE.®
The Canine Carnival is the
APA’s largest fundraiser. It features
games and contests for dogs, children’s activities, vendor booths and a
Pooch Parade led by KSDK’s Jennifer
Blome.
Other highlights include Purina
Incredible Dog Team performances;
an opportunity to purchase a commemorative Twentieth Anniversary
gift package; pets available for adoption; and delicious carnival food. Come
see why thousands of dogs and their
people have been enjoying this event for 20
years! Any good dog would.
Proceeds benefit the homeless animals
at the Animal Protective Association of Missouri. Admission is free and tickets can be
purchased at the event to play games and
activities.
For more information and to download
a pre-registration form, go to apamo.org or
call (314) 645-4610.
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T’ai Chi Ch’uan
for Health & Fitness
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ou may have heard something about
T’ai Chi, seen people practicing it in a park,
or watched it on a television special about
China. You may know that it’s a slow-moving, graceful exercise that is intended to
benefit your health. At advanced levels, it is
a formidable martial art based upon relaxation, yielding and using the opponent’s energy against him.
T’ai Chi, when practiced regularly, is
said to help with relaxation, concentration,
coordination, flexibility, posture (spinal alignment) and both physical and mental balance
or centering. If this sounds intriguing to you,
then you may be interested in the St. Louis
T’ai Chi Ch’uan Association, a not-for-profit
organization that has been offering classes
in the art for more than 30 years.
“The five principles of T’ai Chi are:
relax and sink; separate the weight; waist
as commander; body upright; and beautiful
lady’s wrist,” Michael David, president of the
association, said. David practices the Yang
Style Short Form, which the association has
taught for nearly 20 years. And like most
of its students, T’ai Chi Ch’uan practiced
there has changed David’s life in numerous
ways. He tells of his more relaxed manner
at work, improved health and vitality, in addition to increased balance and strength.
“These benefits come subtly, like laying
a sheet of paper on top of a sheet of paper,”
David said. “Over time, you find that the
way you sit, stand and move tend to
change. You gain strength, balance, suppleness, stamina and most of all, a more meditative approach to daily living.”
For centuries, T’ai Chi Ch’uan was a
closely guarded family secret in China. But
today, anyone with a sincere interest can
learn the basics of the form. With earnest
practice, some, if not all of the above benefits can be realized, which would be valuable for the remainder of any student’s life.
The Association’s Yang Style Short
Form was condensed from the Long Form—
mostly by eliminating repetitions — by professor Cheng Man-Ch’ing, a supremely gifted
master of T’ai Chi Ch’uan. Benjamin Lo, one
of his senior students, has taught all of the
organization’s current instructors. Now in
his 80s, Lo has strength, sensitivity and suppleness that must be seen to be believed.
Yang Style T’ai Chi is characterized by
slow, rhythmic movements of the body. The
Form can be practiced at any age and requires no special equipment—just comfortable, loose-fitting clothing and flat, thin-soled
shoes. The Form takes about eight minutes
to practice, once learned.
To find out more about this discipline,
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The Power of Children
The Arches Meet the Galilee Circus
by Jessica Hentoff
All photos courtesy of Jessica Hentoff
T
here is a lot of talk on the news about
immigration. Instead of allowing children who
are born here to be legal citizens, regardless
of their parents’ immigration status, some
people feel that children shouldn’t be granted
this right if their parents are illegal immigrants.
Israel is struggling with the same issue, so Circus Harmony sought to raise the children’s
morale.
On July 28, Circus Harmony’s St. Louis
Arches youth circus troupe, which performs
at City Museum and with Circus Flora, performed in Israel for the children of Israeli immigrants. It was the last show on a tour in
partnership with the Jewish/Arab Galilee Circus. Combined, they became the Galilee
Arches. The Arches and the Galilee Circus
have been collaborating since 2007.
When the circus tour bus got to the site
at Levinsky Park in Tel Aviv, one of the kids
surveyed the park and its bedraggled, prone
residents and asked, “Who are we performing
for here?” The park is in a run-down neighborhood where many of the city’s legal and illegal immigrants live. They come from around
the world. The troupe was also a mix of people: Americans, Israelis, Jews, Christians and
Muslims.
As the Galilee Arches prepared for the
show, children started to come to the park.
They wandered over to watch the young performer get ready and then ran away, coming
back with friends. Some offered to help set
up. They were from all countries and spoke
many languages. Their youth and innocence
was in stark contrast to the broken glass and
needles that were on the ground near where
they were setting up.
By the time the show started, there was
a fair-sized crowd. Just a few acts into the
show, the area became packed with a variety
of people who cheered and shouted
after every trick. The question of “Who will
watch us here?” had been answered loudly.
The energy and appreciation of the audience
was inspiring. It was a truly great last show.
After the show, everyone in the audience
came up to say thanks and to have their pictures taken with the performers. The Galilee
Arches appreciated it all. This last audience for
the 2010 tour illustrates the power of the circus to inspire people. As the Galilee Arches
soared through the air, kept multiple objects
spinning overhead and supported each other
in pyramids, the audience saw and felt the
amazing potential of the performers, who personify determination, focus and teamwork.
To watch the troupe perform is to feel
like anything is possible— and that the world
really can live in peace. Fittingly, the tour was
to promote “Peace Through Pyramids.”
You can learn more about this inspirational Galilee Arches relationship on the web
at circusharmony.org. You can also see a documentary about the first time the Arches
went to Israel in 2007, at the upcoming St.
Louis International Film Festival (circuskids.tv)
in November.
Sadly, just a week after the St. Louis
Arches returned to the United States, the
troupe got this email from the Galilee Circus
program manager:
“We performed a week ago in Tel-Aviv
to the children of immigrants. Today, the Israeli government decided to expel some of
these children—and I can not stop thinking
about which of them will be expelled: the boy
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more than great leaders did.”
Too often, the children suffer from the
decisions of adults. Perhaps it will also be the
children who show how we can change things
when we work together and focus on what
unites us instead of what divides us. The circus
may not be an answer to the difficult immigration questions the United States and Israel
face. The circus does remind us that these are
only children, but what they do and what
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In Pursuit of…
The Perfect Purse
by Leona Klayman, a Java Journal reader
T
his is my first attempt at writing or
writting for the general public. Does one double the consonant before adding the ending? Miss Lotta Rules, my English teacher at
good ol’ Clayton High would have been a
great help. Too bad it is seventy-odd years
too late. On many occasions I have wondered
about my spelling and grammar. Also, I realized others could have used Miss Lotta Rules’
help. I shall always remember her. But enough
of reminiscing—now to my story.
It all started innocently enough when I
was visiting family in Austin, Texas. I wanted
to order a purse online. I don’t go shopping in
stores very often because I don’t get around
very well with my walker. My experienced
daughters wanted to be helpful, so they engaged in some serious “playing around” on the
computer to find the perfect handbag for
“dear old Mom.”
With handbags, or purses as we call
them here in St. Louis, the choices can be
overwhelming. There are so many decisions
to make. The categories I describe below are
all of equal importance.
Design
A few of the choices available: solids,
plaids, stripes, polka dots, fish, seashells, cuddly animals, pastoral scenes, flowers, sexy lace
and sequins.
We discussed pros and cons, the first of
our heated debates, and then all hell broke
loose—BIG TIME! There was shouting, hysterical laughter, finger-pointing, stomping feet,
red faces, slaps on the back, vying for attention, strange looks, angry looks, trying to stifle laughter, trying to stay calm— the entire
gamut of all emotions, each of us giving her
own convincing opinion.
I, being out of control, was the loudest
and most animated. Had I been able to get to
the floor to roll around with frivolity, I would
have. I don’t think I would have been able to
get back up, though. My son-in-law, the prestigious professor who had been watching us
for a bit, managed to slip away from the
room. It was too much for him, and he’s a
funny guy under normal circumstances.
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with visible love and affection
weaving in and out and increasing
with every session. The debates
on the ensuing features of each
purse were getting progressively more boisterous and hysterical in every detail. We were
gaining more in this business of laughter.
For the next few days, whenever there
was a lull in activities—we’d been kayaking and
hiking at Whole Foods (it’s a big store)—our
eyes were glued to the web. It was lucky for
me that we located one of those 15-minute
massage guys at Whole Foods. After a relaxing treatment, I was rejuvenated and ready
to hit the computer screen again, and later
that evening we continued the search for the
perfect bag.
Interior Lining
We directed our next search to answer
the question: How much influence could the
lining have on the choice of a purse? Plenty. If
it was too dark, it would be difficult digging
around trying to find keys, money, chewing
gum, expired coupons, positive affirmations,
pens, combs, lipstick and those little cards for
various new services or new addresses that
you didn’t want in the first place. If the business cards were a little larger they could say,
“Clean up” (cleaning services included). Ha
ha... On the other hand, a dark lining makes
it difficult to see M&Ms and cookie crumbs at
the bottom of the purse, though it gives the
illusion of cleanliness. With a lighter colored
lining, everything would be visible.
Strap
Now we come to the really complicated
part—the length of the strap. After gathering
a tape measure, yard stick, ruler and other
measuring devices, we almost came to an
agreement on length. We then noticed a
purse that had an adjustable strap—a gift
from Heaven! No more neck strangle. The
strap is a very important feature, as I use a
walker and a cane as a result of hip surgery.
To keep my hand free for my walker or cane,
I generally go out carrying my purse around
my neck. In an attempt to retrieve something,
I could get strangled!
My favorite solo outing is swimming at
the Clayton Recreation Center. I swim, exercise, float on the Lazy river, use the hot-tub
and even go down the water slide. When I
leave the pool area I get dressed and head
out to the car with my walker and my
purse around my neck. Because it is so great
at the pool and the rec center, I don’t mind
wrestling with the strap of my purse. I just
hope to come out victorious.
Style/Shape
When considering a purse, the style and
the shape are also tough decisions. Sporty,
dressy, modern, conservative, rectangular,
square, rounded, banana-shaped. Fat on top,
skinny on the bottom, or vice versa. Because
one of my hips is higher than the other, I
would like something to hide the defect. Does
the style and shape of the purse make a statement? What does it say?
Price
Thankfully, I’m a bargain shopper and a
conservative dresser and don’t shop at Needless Mark-ups (Neiman Marcus). Something
reasonable and in good taste that suits my requirements are all I ask. Is that too much?
Color
Really, what could be more important
than knowing the color of my bag? But just in
case you’re waiting with baited breath to
know, I need to mention that we selected the
navy blue.
Reflection
I shall never forget this incident and how
freeing it was, and how light I felt. What I remember the best is the humor, frivolity (bordering on hysteria) and uncontrollable
emotion in every search session. So aside
from humor and laughs, I hope my readers—
if there are any left at this time—might try to
incorporate laughter whenever possible into
their lives. More and more there is scientific
evidence that proves how valuable this free
activity is. Being familiar with psychological
happenings, I feel that uncontrollable laughter
is very therapeutic. Speaking of fun, you gotta
try Laughter Yoga just for the “health” of it.
All joking aside, this ain’t (forgive me,
Miss Lotta Rules) all fun and games. Word
has it that, in order to keep brain cells alive,
one should do something new and different.
In my case, it’s writing. I hope it works. It
could be a real bonus in the process of getting older while having a ball. I did have fun
doing this piece. It was my first, and probably
my last, but it was an experience. I hope you
got a chuckle or two from this. I laughed at
myself many times and described it as a delicious happening.
Read it with peace and joy in all your
“purse-uits.” I must add, in seriousness, my appreciation for everything and everyone.
So now this little tale has ended
The experience for me was splendid
Now I take myself less serious
What the hell! Let’s be joyfully delirious!
I
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60- Bloody
62- Japanese dish
63- Organization to promote theater
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65- Distinguishing characteristic
66- Boxer Max
67- Arduous journey
68- Early life
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2- Banned apple spray
3- Additional
4- Bartlett’s abbr.
5- Reverberating loudly
6- Resin
7- Sponsorship
8- Fragrant resin
9- The study of forces in
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10- Flirting man
11- Join the cast of
12- Rise to one’s feet
13- Monarch
21- Hairpiece
23- Agile
25- Subatomic particle
27- D-Day beach
28- Zip
29- Hastens
30- Connections
34- Debate side
35- That is, in Latin
36- Category
37- Adjutant
38- Call for
40- Candle made of wax
41- Scribble (down)
43- Moderately cold
44- Integrity
45- Softwood tree
47- Tavern
48- Traditional portion
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49- Hackneyed
50- Purge
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53- Della’s creator
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1.
Perform a random act of kindness
today and tell no one about it.
Someday, the favor will be
returned.
2.
The things you are giving attention
to are important to you. Step back
and take a look! If the scene doesn’t reflect who you are, make
some changes.
3.
4.
5.
It takes 21 days to start a make a
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part of your life.
The possibilities are greater than
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Pay attention to your thoughts.
They may not be as positive as you
think. Think in the affirmative!
6.
Remember that hard times will
soon be behind you. Every day
brings new possibilities.
7.
No matter what the circumstance,
we can find something for which
to be grateful.
8.
Before you get upset, gather all
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In Your Community
FAMILY CAREGIVER TRAINING
SERIES: DRESSING & CONTINENCE
Thursday, Sept. 2, 6:30-7:30pm
Alzheimer’s Association
9370 Olive Blvd.
FREE program that will teach techniques to
manage dressing and continence issues for
your loved ones. Not appropriate for people
with dementia. Register at alzstl.org or call
800-272-3900.
ST. LOUIS MEMORY WALK
Sept. 11, 8:30am
Busch Stadium
With more than five million Americans living
with Alzheimer’s disease and nearly 10 million more serving as caregivers, the time to
act is now! One-Mile Walk Only. On Field Experience — sorry, no pets. For information,
call or email Kevin McFarland at 314-801-0412
or [email protected].
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I-70 & I-40/61, Wentzville
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GLUTEN-FREE FESTIVAL AND
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Saturday, Sept. 11, 11am-2pm
Sappington Farmers’ Market
8400 Watson Road
Sappington Farmer’s Market, in conjunction
with Farm to Family Naturally, will hold a
Gluten Free Festival & Informational Event
WEDNESDAY WALKERS TRAIL
WALKING
Wednesdays, 10-11:30am
Shaw Nature Reserve
Hwy. 100 & I-44, Gray Summit, Mo.
Sign in and pick up a trail walking assignment
each week that average one and a half to two
hours. Adults only. Meet at the Visitor Center. $4 adults, $3 seniors (65+). Included admission. ($3 adults; free children ages 12 and
under.) www.shawnature.org; 636-451-3512.
JUNGLE BOOGIE FRIDAY NIGHT
CONCERT SERIES – KIM MASSIE
September 3, 5-8pm
Saint Louis Zoo
Bring the whole family for a free concert in
the center of the Zoo. Zoo is open 8 a.m. to
7pm. Free. For information: (314) 781-0900
or www.stlzoo.org.
2010 JAPANESE FESTIVAL
Sat. & Sun., Sept. 4 & 5, 10am-8pm
Monday, Sept. 6, 10am-5pm
Missouri Botanical Garden
4344 Shaw Blvd.
mobot.org/events/japanesefestival or call
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Thru Sept. 6
Saint Louis Zoo
On Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, the Zoo
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9TH ANNUAL TOCO FAMILY MUSIC
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Friday, Sept. 10 & Saturday, Sept. 11
Jellystone Park Resort© at Six Flags
5300 Fox Creek Rd., Eureka
3pm on Friday to 3pm on Sunday. More than
35 local and regional musical acts will perform
on multiple stages. Kid-friendly, including a
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hands-on creative activities. tocofestival.com.
PETER MARTIN MUSIC FEATURING
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Saturday, September 11, 8pm
The Sheldon Concert Hall
3648 Washington Blvd.
$50 VIP (includes preferred seating and free
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Wednesday, Sept. 15, 5:45pm
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Skates will be available. It is recommended
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Saturday, Sept. 18, 10am-noon
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Free. Suitable for all ages. 314-291-7556.
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Sept. 12 thru Oct. 1
Main Street & Frenchtown
Historic Districts in St. Charles
Artists’ reception and sale of works created
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Friday, Sept. 24, 5:30pm
Walk begins at 7:30pm
Upper Muny parking lot in Forest Park
and St. Peters City Center Park in
St. Charles County
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Saturday, Sept. 25, 10am–6pm
3600 block of Grandel Square
in mid-town St. Louis
Produced by Missouri Botanical Garden’s
EarthWays Center and the Missouri Coalition
for the Environment. More than 90 exhibits
and demonstrations from the region’s experts on all thigs “Green.” Hourly workshops
from 11am-5pm. Also Sept. 25, Dancing in
the Street, from 1-9pm. Admission and parking are free. 314-577-0220. www.greenhomesSTL.org.
PRAIRIE DAY AT THE SHAW
NATURE RESERVE
Saturday, Sept. 25, 10am-4pm
Shaw Nature Reserve
Gray Summit, Mo., off I-44, exit #253
$3 members; $5 non-members; $1 kids ages
12 and under. 636-451-3512. shawnature.org.
STINGRAYS AT CARIBBEAN COVE
Thru September 26
Saint Louis Zoo
Touch and feed these gentle creatures. $3;
$1.50 for Zoo Friends members; free for children under two. Free the first hour the Zoo
is open. 314-781-0900 or www.stlzoo.org.
MICHAEL BERNARD BECKWITH:
“THE ANSWER IS YOU!”
Friday, Oct. 1, 7:30pm
560 Music Center
A powerful night of music and inspiration with
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970-443-0732. bellasparks.com.
ST. LOUIS STRASSENFEST
Friday, Oct. 1, 4-11pm
Saturday, Oct. 2, 10am-11pm
Sunday, Oct. 3, 10am-6pm
Held on Chesterfield Parkway
Chesterfield
Traditional German festival with a real family
feel. Wide assortment of food and beverages,
traditional German music on Two separate
stages, carnival rides, game booths, arts &
crafts, and an expanded children’s village. Free
admission. strassenfest.org.
PAINT THE PARKS AT OLD
COURTHOUSE IN ST. LOUIS
Oct.1–Dec. 1, 8am-4:30pm
Old Courthouse
Jefferson National Expansion Memorial
11 North Fourth Street
Exhibit features 100 paintings of America’s
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Oct. 2 & 3, 9am-5pm
Missouri Botanical Garden
4344 Shaw Blvd.
More than 130 Missouri food producers and
crafters offer fresh produce, baked goods,
flowers, herbs, baskets, toys, jewelry and
more. Under tents, rain or shine. $12 adults
(13-64), $10 seniors (65+), $5 children (312), $5 members. Buy tickets in advance at
mobot.org. No trams. 314-577-5100.
UNLOCK THE MAGIC OF LEARNING
Saturday, Oct. 2, 7-10:30pm
Grant’s Farm
10501 Gravois Road
Spend an evening of fun to help unlock the
magic learning for thousands of St. Louis children with learning disabilities. Entertainment,
activities and fun. Jugglers, performances by
the Villa Duchesne Show Choir, silent auction
items. 314-966-3088. ldastl.org/OurEvents.
RAIN BARREL WORKSHOP
Oct. 2, 6:30-8pm
Earthways Center
3617 Grandel Square, mid-town St. Louis
Included with EarthWays Center admission,
unless otherwise noted. ($3 adults; free children ages 12 and under.) 314-577-0220.
earthwayscenter.org.
OTTERTOBERFEST
Saturdays and Sundays
Oct 2-3, 9-10, 16-17, 10am-3pm
Saint Louis Zoo
Each weekend, families can enjoy special
menus, music, drinks and activities to celebrate North American river otters. On Sunday, Oct. 3, the Zoo will feature American
folk music. Free. 314-781-0900. stlzoo.org.
KALAPRIYA
Saturday, Oct. 0, 8pm
West Hills Community Church
13250 South Outer 40 Road
Town and Country
The dancers of Kalapriya dazzle with enchanting beauty. 314-721-6556. gitana-inc.org.
FEST-OF-ALE
Friday, Oct. 15, 6-10pm
Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House
15193 Olive Blvd. at Faust Park
$30; $15 Garden members. RSVP. 314-5779570. mobot.org/membership.
1-2-3 GREEN! A FAMILY ECO
FESTIVAL
Saturday, Oct. 16, 11am-3pm
St. Louis Community College–Wildwood
Explore how easy it is to live a greener life.
The day will feature electronics recycling, document shredding, mini informational sessions
and eco-friendly vendors of products and
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[email protected].
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LAINE, TERRY SYLVESTER AND
JOHN FORD COLEY
Friday, Oct. 22, 8pm
Sheldon Concert Hall
3648 Washington Blvd.
Three of folk-rock’s enduring stars perform
‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s favorites, plus stories and
memories. Terry Sylvester, formerly of The
Hollies; Denny Laine, formerly of The Moody
Blues and Wings; and John Ford Coley, formerly of England Dan and John Ford Coley.
$40 and $35. 314-534-1111. thesheldon.org.
FALL ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW
Saturday, Oct. 23, 9am-4pm
Sunday, Oct. 24 10am-4pm
Sperreng Middle School
12111 Tesson Ferry Rd.
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