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EDITOR’S NOTE
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his family issue of Celeb Staff features a big thing going on in
Hollywood right now: having babies. It seems like every time
you turn around another celebrity is expecting or has just had
a baby. Babies are really “in.” Some of these moms have been
trying to have a child for a while and some are just adding to
their brood. But one thing is for sure: a new baby will certainly
change family dynamics. Just think about the changes Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie
go through every time they add another child to their family. Our feature focuses
on the resources available to celebrity families when they bring home that new
little bundle of joy (page 48).
It is never too early to teach children about responsibility, even if they are
growing in wealthy homes. Justin Womack highlights the fact that any age is a
good one to start tackling chores in “Let There Be Chores” (page 31).
As responsible adults we need to plan ahead for our approaching golden years. It
is a fact that people are living longer every year, so we need to give some thought
to how we can retire in style. Miriam Wizman in “It’s All in the Timing” (page 40)
gives solid advice on this important matter.
Many of us are attached to our pets and think of them as nothing less than family members. For many of us, they replace children, and we spend huge amounts of
money on our four-legged friends. Chris Edling looks into the role that pets play
in our lives and why we value them so much in “Families’ Best Friends” (page 56).
Need time to get away from it all without taking a trip abroad? Cal-a-Vie may be
an ideal choice. Marjorie Hope Rothstein tells us more about these French villas
this side of the Riviera (page 46) where you wake up to chirping birds while you
snuggle under an authentic French pouf. And in our “Giving Back” section (page
96), Merle Goldberg writes about how Dress for Success is helping women to get
back into the workforce by outfitting them in stylish professional wear for their
first interviews.
Finally, remember back when domestic staff didn’t make that much money or get
enough respect? Those days are gone. Claudia Kahn tells you why and how in “The
Evolution of Domestic Staff ” on page 24.
Read and enjoy this issue of Celeb Staff, and celebrate all that a family means
to you. The bonds of family make us strong as individuals, as a community and
as a nation. C
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48 Hollywood’s Baby Boom
These new moms and moms-to-be have all they
want—fame, fortune, beauty and now a new bundle
of joy. How will having a baby alter the lives of these
celebrities, and what kind of help can they expect?
By Laura Bell
56 Families and Their Pets
Millions of Americans own pets and we spend billions
of dollars every year on their upkeep. Why do we love
pets so much, and what do we benefit from them?
By Chris Edling
62 T he Significance
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Adapting to a green way of life is becoming
an urban reality that can no longer be ignored.
More and more people are adapting this lifestyle—which is why Al Gore’s Blockbuster An
Inconvenient Truth made such an impact.
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Cover Jennifer Lopez at the Kodak Theater, Hollywood, CA, at the Conde Nast Media Group Presents “2007 Movie Rocks” event. Photography by
Chris Hatcher/PR Photos. This Page Jennifer Lopez at The Late Show with David Letterman. Photography by Janet Mayer/PR Photos.
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EDITOR’S NOTE
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CONTRIBUTORS
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READERS WRITE
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ASK PAULINE
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STAFFING THE MANSIONS
The Evolution of Domestic Staff
By Claudia Kahn
26
MEMOIRS OF A CELEBRITY BUTLER
The Tale of the English Fox Hunt
By Michael Holly
29
PERSONAL ASSISTANT JOURNAL
Staying Cool Under Pressure
By Mandie Green
31
MANNY DIARIES
Chores and Children
By Justin Womack
33
AROUND THE ESTATE
Making Purchases for a Household Employer
By Carol Scudere
34
VIP Security
Ensuring Safety at Home and Abroad
By Michael McCann
38
READ ON
40
MONEY TALK
Planning Early for Retirement
By Miriam Wizman
42
MANSION ELEMENTS
46
LIVING THE Five-STAR LIFE
Fine French Villa Living at Cal-a-Vie
By Marjorie Hope Rothstein
67
MANNERLY MANOR
Putting Your Best Foot Forward with Future In-laws
By Sandra J. Payne
70
PET WORLD
Pets Are Family Treasures
By Owen Swaby
73
SOCIETY CORNER
By Marci Weiner
81
Best of the Best
84
POWER PORTFOLIO
88 CLASSIFIEDS
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GIVING BACK
Getting a Fresh Start with Dress for Success
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CONTRIBUTORS
Miriam Wizman is a seasoned financial manager who consults with many celebrities
on financial matters. As the owner of Beverly Hills-based Miriam Wizman Insurance
& Financial Planning, she provides financial planning services to high-profile
individuals and business owners, focusing on meeting their individual financial
needs. In her column “Money Talk” (page 40), she addresses the very pertinent issue
of how to plan early so that you can retire in style.
Michael McCann is president of New York-based McCann Protective Services
(MPS), an executive protection agency that provides for the protective needs of
diplomats, celebrities and VIPs. Prior to founding MPS, McCann was chief of
security for the United Nations and a commanding officer for the NYPD. In this
issue (page 34), he tackles the question of how to keep your family safe both at
home and abroad in every situation.
Sandra J. Payne is a Hollywood screenwriter who was born in Alaska and has lived
in Asia and Europe. Her background has given her a lifelong fascination with social
customs and etiquette. She delivers her column “Mannerly Manor” (page 67) with
a witty and delightful humor. In this issue she advises those who are single but
looking to become attached how to step gingerly with their future in-laws.
Michael Holly is a celebrity butler who has worked for some of the most prominent
families in the United States and Europe. His many years of diligent service have
gained him recognition as one of the top butlers in the industry. In this issue (page
26), Holly recollects a fox hunt in which he accompanied one of his bosses in the
pure English tradition. Tally-ho!
Claudia Kahn, the owner of The Help Company, started one of the first nanny
agencies in the United States. As a single mother, she recognized a void in the
availability of high-quality child care. Since then, her agency has expanded to
include chefs, estate managers, butlers and personal assistants. Her clients include
a virtual who’s who of Hollywood. She has seen the household-staffing industry
evolve from the time she started and is amazed at the transformation, which she
discusses on page 24.
Justin Womack is a professional manny with over six years experience under his belt.
He loves working with children and has mentored, cared for and tutored boys and
girls of all ages. His charges look up to him as a role model, which allows him to
reach out to them and help them achieve their goals. On page 31 he approaches the
subject of chores and children, which is so important for developing responsibility
in children, no matter how young they are.
Carol Scudere is the owner of Professional Domestic Services & Institute in Ohio.
Along with her experienced staff, she has been teaching the “Art of Caring for
the Wealthy” for almost 20 years. Scudere has devoted her life to educating those
individuals with a true service heart. Her article on page 33 gives comprehensive
guidelines on how to shop for an employer efficiently.
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READERS WRITE
Have Your
HATS OFF TO MIKE ROWE
Celeb Staff
Thumbs up on the feature you did of
Mike Rowe in your January/February issue.
I loved both the cover and the feature—
which certainly showed a different and very
debonair side of him. He is a great guy and
really down to earth!
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Mike Rowe in a suit … I was not sure I
was seeing right! Also, your cover feature of
him in the tub was amazing. I think the article did him justice as a genuine man who
believes in what he is doing—delivering a
strong message about the dignity of workers
in America, especially those doing filthy and
backbreaking jobs. They are honest, hardworking people who need to be celebrated.
Thank you, Mike!
What’s the
nature of nurture?
Wow!!! I came across your magazine
(January/February issue) by chance and
happened to see the review you did on the
best of the best household professionals.
Not even in my wildest dreams had I ever
imagined that people of such high caliber
worked in the household-service industry.
What is even more shocking is the type of
salaries they are earning. Why stay at a desk
job when you can have such an exciting career? I am spreading the word about this
and seriously thinking of entering this field.
I think that at 27 I am young enough to
make the switch. I will definitely be subscribing to the magazine.
I read your article on the return of
uniforms in your January/February issue
with interest. I have been trying to resolve
a similar issue in my home, and my staff
has been resisting. They felt that uniforms
would be dowdy. Armed with the magazine, I had a meeting with all my household employees, and I am happy to say
that everyone agreed to wear uniforms.
Thank you for having your pulse on the
requirements in this industry.
Marlene O.
New York, NY
TOO EXTREME
Mandie Green’s piece in your January/
February issue on the extreme conditions
that push some personal assistants over the
edge was an eye-opener. I have just entered
the personal-assisting field, and I work for a
very nice boss. I simply can’t imagine getting
to the point where I would kill my employer.
I have heard “horror” stories from other assistants I have met, but they all chose to quit
when they realized that their employers were
not going to change their behaviors. I don’t
understand why any assistant would allow
things to get to that point. Why not quit if
it becomes unbearable? Obviously, some assistants stay in spite of the worst conditions.
Why they do is a mystery to me.
Michael B.
Seattle,WA
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I enjoyed reading your feature on the
Davidson Institute in your January/February issue. I have a son who is 4 years
old, and our family is coming to the conclusion that he is a very gifted child. His
teachers and nannies all agree that he is
extremely gifted. We have the responsibility of making sure that he reaches his
fullest potential. The Davidson Institute
certainly offers an excellent option.
Cynthia Z.
Cincinnati, OH
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Dear Pauline,
Q:
I own a household-staffing agency based in the
Midwest. Since a few of our clients are on the
West Coast, we fly to Los Angeles periodically to
interview candidates to add to our roster. I have
met some of these candidates myself. They look very professional
and have wonderful references, yet when we have asked them to
undergo drug testing as required by some of our clients, many of
them have tested positive for marijuana. We get very few candidates locally that test positive for drugs, even though I must admit
that many of our local clients do not require drug testing. I am
wondering if other agencies have had similar problems in regards
to candidates living on the West Coast.
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Drug use has become widespread and is a problem
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We contacted agencies in other parts of the United
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world issue. I would highly recommend all agencies make it mandatory for all candidates to be tested for drugs just before they are
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In December of this year I landed an ideal position as a
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conversation with me, in the course of which I told her
about my two children who live in Poland with my mom and about my
plans to visit them in the New Year. To my utter dismay, she was very
angry and told me that she does not expect new employees to go on
vacation as soon as she hires them, and she fired me on the spot. What
she failed to understand was that I had made these plans before I got hired
and not after.Where did I go wrong?
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The answer is simple: You got hired to do a job
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No wonder you got fired—you were completely in the wrong
to even mention the word “vacation” when you had just been
hired! For future purposes, take care of your vacation and other
personal affairs before you hit the job market.
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By Claudia Kahn
A
t one time, domestic employment was considered the worst
type of job in America, akin to slavery. But that has changed.
Now a typical domestic can, and often does, have a good
education, a generous salary and respect around the home.
Starting in the late ‘80s, the concept of servants changed as the babyboomer generation entered adult- and parenthood.With the radical lifestyle (hippie) evolution of the ‘60s and the emphasis on equality, the
new-age woman found it hard to have an old-fashioned “servant” or
“maid” in her home. People so committed to equality found it uncomfortable to have someone call them “sir” or “ma’am.”
But now we have entered the 21st century. Butlers and nannies
are common, and no one is surprised to find a family with one or
two nannies, a butler to serve dinner or a chef to make dinner. These
families now enjoy staff for their private planes, yachts and second
and third homes. The hippie has disappeared, and people are trying
to emulate the European culture.
“Service” and “presentation” have become common needs
among families all over the United States—from New York to Los
Angeles, from Chicago to Detroit and all over the Midwest. Household staffing agencies are called upon daily for this type of service,
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Domestic training classes, schools and agencies have changed the
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The demands of the service required have not changed. What has
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The government now requires domestics to be paid legally—especially
since September 11. Companies that specialize in paying household help,
have become large, successful businesses because of this change. People are
making estate manuals for their homes, and companies have emerged that
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The Help Company and other agencies like it are required to give
their clients not only new staff but contracts for employers and employees, confidentiality agreements and
other legal documents. We are also asked to consult at
the home to ascertain how much staff is needed. This
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The concept of servants
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entered adult- and
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We do not know what the future holds, but we
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to increase and they continue to be recognized for
the valuable service that they provide. C
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Angeles, CA. With a client list that reads like the who’s who in
Hollywood, she caters to the latest staffing needs of her clients.
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Memoirs of a Celebrity Butler
Tally-Ho!
An English fox hunt becomes an unforgettable adventure
By Michael Holly
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evon, England, 1987. I went there with my American employer, Major
Geoffrey Jones, who resided in New York. He was a great horseman
and loved to talk about his adventures.
Jones was always searching for ways to stretch the envelope
when it came to life pursuits. After brainstorming about how
to spend an upcoming vacation, he decided to visit a friend,
Terrence Churchill. On the agenda, besides small talk, would
be something special: an English fox hunt, or meet, as Europeans call it.
This hunt was particularly
gracious because rather than
having a live fox as quarry,
they used a “scent drag.”
The hunt is normally held twice a year, after the harvest.
What remains is a barren landscape ripe for trampling by
man and beast—the beasts being horses ridden by the participants and hounds that track the fox.
From New York, we flew to London, where our host’s
chauffeur, Bradley, met us at the airport. We drove to the
estate, which encompassed flowing fields and oak trees.
The hunt required preparation by the mansion’s service
staff, overseen by the household’s butler. Although I was
Jones’s butler in New York, I became his valet, which was
easier. Preparing the hunting outfit followed tradition: Jones
brought riding boots, a well-used red jacket and a pair of
beige britches, and I made sure they were clean, with the
buttons polished.
Of course, Jones, a tall, gray-haired ex-Army man who’d
served in World War II in Germany and France, wasn’t alone
in the hunt: there were 30 invited guests.
The event began that evening with a pre-hunt dinner. I
didn’t have anything to do with the food preparation, as I
was the valet. Although I ate downstairs with the staff, we
enjoyed the same dinner the guests were having upstairs—in
fact, we dined before them—and the dinner was brilliant.
The following morning, staff and guests congregated after
breakfast in the front courtyard of the estate, along with
the horses and dogs—the scene reminding me of a 19thcentury lithograph. An early arrival was Michael O’Sullivan,
renowned hunter and master of the North Kerry Harriers,
who had trekked from Ireland to be the master of this hunt.
Assisting him was George McGuire, charged with maintaining the hounds. I remember the sounds—the racket made by
the guests, the horses, the dogs, the horns.
Most of the hunt’s participants had grown up around
horses, lear ning to r ide as soon as they could walk and
later on schooled in the graces of the hunt. Men made
up the major ity, but there was a spr inkling of women.
While the men rode their mounts in the common saddleup position, the women, mandated by histor ical decorum,
opted for the side-saddle approach—a practice dating to
an earlier per iod when it was considered unladylike for a
woman to straddle a horse.
This hunt was particularly gracious because rather than
having a live fox as quarry, they used a “scent drag.” Before
the hunt began, the master’s assistants went out to spread the
scent of a fox. This morning, the hunter’s goal was sport; the
participants had no intention of killing an animal to show
off as a trophy.
After hours of galloping, everyone retur ned to the estate. Humans and horses and hounds were tuckered out.
Faces and heads were muddied beyond recognition, and
it was clear that people needed time under neath a shower head or in a bathtub. No waiting in line to clean up,
though, as the mansion had plenty of bathrooms. Before
long, participants were sparkling clean, no worse for wear
except for aches and pains—and those were a major topic
at dinnertime.
At 9 p.m., we assembled in the dining room for dinner.
All had discarded their riding wear in favor of black suits
and bow ties—an amazing transformation of appearance and
mind. After a night of rest, we returned to London the following day, then two days later set out to New York to resume our lives.
Faces and heads were
muddied beyond
recognition.
After what I’d experienced, daily life seemed mundane.
Jones had shared an outdoor experience that I will always remember. Hats off to the eccentric and thoughtful adventurer
who had it all and wasn’t shy about sharing.
In fond memory of Major Geoffrey M.T. Jones, a great American hero and a gentleman. C
Michael Holly’s “Memoirs of a Celebrity Butler” is a regular series written
exclusively for Celeb Staff magazine, representing his life experience as a
butler in the service of those in the higher echelons of society.
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Staying Cool Under Pressure
A personal assistant must be ready for anything
By Mandie Green
Traveling to a location for an event
is always a challenge. Organizing
flights, hotels and airport pickups while overseeing the
timely arrival of the entourage can be tricky.
No matter how many
weeks in advance
you prepare, the
toughest part is
handling situations
you didn’t plan.
My boss was presenting
and performing at an awards show
at a major venue. The full entourage would be there: agent, manager,
hair, make-up, wardrobe, plus several guests to boot. The group flew
in days before the event, separately and in order of their duties.
Rehearsals were underway, and, as a potpourri of stars were performing on stage in jeans and T-shirts, I felt as though I were peeking
into their living rooms during private moments. As harried as things
were becoming, I was managing to keep up with the usual calls,
while making sure that the entourage would arrive on schedule.
This was a big televised event with a live audience, which meant
miles of walking inside the enclosed arena. I hiked up to the production office to take care of details, then walked another mile to find
my boss, who was never in the same place for long. I quickly realized
that I had brought all the wrong shoes. Blisters were already forming,
and there would be no time to shop for a new pair.
Rule No. 4 in assisting: Never
let them see you sweat.
The last few prep days were 12 to 15 hours long, and the day of
the live show finally arrived. The venue was packed, and we were 20
minutes away from showtime. My boss’s manager and I settled in the
dressing room to watch the show on television. I was finally starting
to relax, when the manager asked, “Do you have the six backstage
passes for the guests for after the show?”
Huh?
No one had told me that my
boss’s friends were coming
backstage after the show.
No one had told me that my boss’s friends were coming backstage
after the show. The plan was to meet at the VIP exit. I now had a big
problem on my hands. I ran into the hallway, which only moments earlier had been packed with stars, and found it empty. Finally, I saw a production woman. I grabbed her and told her my dilemma. She quickly
responded, “Follow me.” We sprinted through the unending corridors
until we came upon a famous industry mogul complaining to another
production person that he, too, needed several backstage passes. The
production woman and I exchanged knowing glances and ran.
Out of breath, we found ourselves alone in the production office,
and we ran straight for a file cabinet. Inside a folder were the last of
the backstage passes—exactly six. In a burst of giddy laughter, we
grabbed them, knowing that we were taking them away from one
of the biggest producers in Hollywood. Unfortunately for him, his
people were not as fast as I was.
I distributed the passes to the seated guests and calmly made my
way back to the dressing room.The manager looked surprised at how
quickly I had returned and asked, “Did you get them?” I responded
with a careless shrug: “Yeah, it was no problem.”
Rule No. 4 in assisting: Never let them see you sweat. C
Along with fielding non-stop business calls and well-wishes from my
boss’s family and friends, I was trying to keep up with constant requests
for little things, such as a new toothbrush or extra towels for his room.
No one thing was insurmountable, but the little tasks were adding up. I
Mandie Green has several years experience working as a personal assistant
felt hindered from handling the more serious issue of confirming that in Hollywood and knows all the ins and outs of personal assisting. Her tips and
stories about her life are a must-read.
the entourage had landed with all of their individual necessities.
MANNY DIARIES
C
Let There Be
hores
Introducing chores now prepares children for a lifetime of success
By Justin Womack
C
hores and children. The connection doesn’t always “birth”
naturally. According to one recent study, nine out of 10
Southern California families do not follow a regular chore
schedule. In light of grades, extracurricular activities and sports,
chores might not seem a valuable investment of time. However, the
children who do make chores a childhood habit blossom into more
responsible, organized and disciplined professionals—a pattern I’ve
seen established consistently in my personal experience, as well as in
numerous childhood and adolescent studies. The key to getting on
track with chores is simple: LEAD.
Lead
by example
Chores can seem a little daunting at first, so it’s important that we
keep our own living areas neat and that we keep that feat as simple
as possible. It’s been my experience that a general organic household
cleaner is a safer and more efficient tool than the array of traditional
cleaners available. With window cleaner, bathroom cleaner, toiletbowl cleaner and so on, the task of cleaning a small room can quickly
turn into a complicated sequence of actions. A multipurpose solvent
is more versatile and is great for quickly cleaning several different
From toddlers to adolescents,
any age is a good age to
start tackling chores.
Encourage!
“household terrains.” For children, this makes cleaning easier to master because they don’t have to worry about how to use each type of
cleaner—and believe me, they do! Just spray, and go.
From toddlers to adolescents, any age is a good age to start tackling
chores. Doing the chores is one thing, but enjoying the experience
is another. By noticing their hard work, complimenting tasks that are
done right and rewarding consistent performance and improvement,
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MAR/Apr 2008
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AROUND THE ESTATE
Shopping
forYour Employers
Buy what they want and need—and plenty of it
By Carol Scudere
P
urchasing for a household employer is one of those things that most
people think anyone can do. Buying with someone else’s money does sound
great, doesn’t it? However, having someone
else’s credit card tucked into your wallet
does not mean that you can buy whatever
you want, however you want, from wherever you want to buy it. Purchasing as a
household manager requires you to do so
according to someone else’s needs, tastes
and desires. And in the case of the household employer, those may be far different
from your own.
Here, then, are some principles of purchasing for you to consider.
• Know Your Employer
This may require you to do some detective work. It is not uncalled for to check
what your employer already has to see
what their tastes are like. Check their
closets, their drawers, their cabinets. This
is especially important in the kitchen
pantry and the toiletry closet. This is
how you will become acquainted with
and accustomed to their tastes.
• Buy Brand Names Only
There may be some exceptions (and
checking out the pantry will make you
aware of these), but for the most part,
when it comes to foodstuffs, only brand
names will do. There is usually a great
difference in quality between brandname and generic items.
When it comes to foodstuffs,
only brand names will do.
• Buy In Bulk
Wealthy people should never run out of
anything. On no occasion should you
have to tell your employer, “Sorry, we’re
out.” Buying in bulk also allows for better time management, because you will
never have to stop what you’re doing
and run to the store.
• Research the Bigger Items
Your employer may also have you buy new
items requiring more consideration.While
it’s easy enough to purchase groceries
or toiletries, more care is required in
purchasing things such as Italian linens,
electronics, china, kitchen appliances or
a new heating or cooling system. Your
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VIP SECURITY
safe
at
home
abroad
… and
Essentials for protecting your family
By Michael McCann
T
he most valuable assets of high net-worth families are
not their financial assets, but rather their personal ones.
What could be more important than keeping family
members as safe and secure as possible? As the former
chief of security for the United Nations and president of an executive protection service agency, I’d like to offer a few words of advice
on how to keep the family safe and sound.
Green cards, which confer lawful permanent residence status, formerly were issued by the Immigration and Naturalization Service,
which was absorbed into, and replaced by, the new U.S. Citizenship
and Immigration Services in the Department of Homeland Security.
If an immigrant wants to work while his application for a green card
Remove all personal information
from company, family and
social networking sites.
Deter, detect
and defend against identity theft
As identify theft continues to plague consumers throughout the
country, we must take proactive steps to protect ourselves and our
personal information. You can drastically minimize the risk to you
and your family by adhering to a few simple precautions.
First, minimize the personal information you make available to the
public. Whenever possible, keep your Social Security number and
PIN numbers confidential. Opt out of unnecessary mailing lists; remove all personal information from company, family and social networking sites; and shred documents with identifying information.
Finally, review your credit report quarterly to detect any suspicious
activity on your accounts. For further information on how to protect
yourself and your family from identity theft, visit the Federal Trade
Commission’s website at www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/microsites/idtheft.
Travel
is pending, an Employment Authorization Document is needed. In
2006, 1,266,264 green cards were issued; nevertheless, a Pew Hispanic Center study released last year estimates that the total number
of illegal immigrants in the U.S. has risen to about 12 million. With
so many immigrants here illegally, it is no wonder that green cards
and Social Security cards are widely counterfeited.
The majority of immigrants seeking domestic employment are
good, hard-working people. However, whether you are hiring a
citizen of the United States or an immigrant who has not achieved
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citizenship, the same rules apply for determining the safety of your
prospective employee.
safe, not sorry
The excitement and hurried nature of travel can leave us particularly vulnerable, so use extra caution while on the move. Keep
baggage to a minimum and store tickets securely in an inside pocket.
Never leave luggage unattended, and report any abandoned baggage
you encounter.
If you plan to leave your home unattended, lock and secure the
premises thoroughly and take measures to eliminate signs that your
home is vacant—for example, stop mail and newspaper delivery and
hide empty trash cans.
Make
an emergency plan
It is paramount that each and every one of us—whether we are
in the heart of the Big Apple or in other rural or urban locations—
develop a personal escape plan in the event of an emergency. Draft
a plan for your family and ensure that everyone comprehends it and
keeps a copy with him or her.
During and immediately after a natural disaster or terrorist attack,
outbound communications could be severely restricted, so it is especially important to designate a meeting place outside your home
where you can congregate. An out-of-town friend or family member
is usually best. Make arrangements ahead of time so that every member of your family knows where to meet and how to get there.
Make
a
“go
bag”
In the event of a major emergency, have ready a “go bag” that
includes essentials: an extra set of eyeglasses, house keys, a small
amount of cash, your emergency plan, Metrocard or other mass
transportation cards, a spare credit card, prescription medications,
whistle, a pair of comfortable shoes or sneakers, portable radio,
flashlight and a standard first-aid kit. The kit should also include a
three-day supply of food and water rations, including bottled water,
protein bars and dried food. And don’t forget to stash extra batteries
for your cell phone, radio and flashlight as well. Remember, if the
power fails, electric telephones and radios won’t work.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security promotes individual
emergency preparedness through their Ready Campaign, designed
to educate and empower Americans to prepare for and respond to
emergencies. For more information, visit www.ready.gov or call 1-800BE-READY for a “Get Ready Now” brochure.When you resolve to
be ready, you resolve to protect your most valuable assets—this year
and every year thereafter. C
Michael McCann is president of New York-based McCann Protective Services (MPS),
www.mccannps.com, an executive protection agency. Prior to founding MPS, McCann
was chief of security for the United Nations and a commanding officer for the NYPD.
During and immediately after a natural
disaster or terrorist attack, outbound
communications could be severely restricted.
READ ON
Titles recommended by
publisher
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by
Pauline Guy
A Gentleman Gets
Dressed Up: What to
Wear, When to Wear
It, How to Wear It
The Prince’s Bedtime
by Bryan Curtis and John Bridges
Price: $14.99 (Hardcover)
by Joanne Oppenheim
Illustrated by Miriam Latimer
Price: $9.99 (Paperback)
A very helpful book for today’s men
who need to know not just what to
wear for different occasions, but the rules
regarding dress code. This clothing guide
provides options for a wedding, a job
interview, the Academy Awards or even
a funeral; and answers questions such as
“What button do I leave open on my suit
coat?” This is an excellent resource for
both novices and seasoned gentlemen.
This illustrated children’s book will
delight kids and parents alike. It tackles the
age-old problem of kids who cannot sleep
by telling the story of a young prince who
cannot fall asleep despite everyone in the
kingdom offering a different solution.
Finally a wise woman arrives and comes
up with a solution to make him fall asleep
successfully. A delightful bedtime story!
The Everything Toddler
Activities Book: Games
and Projects That
Entertain and Educate
by Joni Levine
Price: $14.95 (Paperback)
Look no further for the ultimate resource
for toddler games and activities. Both
parents and child caregivers will find
hours of enjoyable activities for little
ones. Written by Joni Levine, M.Ed., an
experienced day-care provider, the book
is packed with hundreds of enjoyable
age-appropriate games, songs, rhymes
and more. These fun activities are ideal
for speeding up a toddler’s cognitive,
physiological and emotional maturity.
Pauline Guy, publisher of Celeb Staff magazine, is also a children’s book author and an avid reader. She has been collecting books on philosophy, child development, psychology,
health, decorating and cooking for more than 15 years. Pauline is a world traveler and loves to watch children grow and develop to their fullest potential.
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MONEY TALK
This article appears courtesy of Miriam Wizman Insurance & Financial
Planning in Beverly Hills, which offers fee-based financial planning services
through MetLife Securities, Inc. She focuses on meeting the financial
needs of individuals and business owners. Insurance and annuities are
offered by Metropolitan Life Insurance Company (MetLife). Securities
products are offered through MetLife affiliated broker/dealers including
Metropolitan Life Insurance Company or MetLife Securities, Inc.
It’s All
Timing
in the
Plan early and retire in style.
By Miriam Wizman
W
e are living longer, healthier lives. Identify Your Goals
As a result, for many, retirement
may last 20 years or more. So, if “time is
money,” how many years do you have in
the bank?
The sooner you start building your nest egg, the longer it has to
grow. Consider the following examples, which assume no taxes or
inflation. Suppose that, starting at age 25, you save $100 per month
for 20 years and earn 6-percent interest. If you make no additional
contributions after the age of 45, and your savings continue to earn
6-percent interest, at age 65 your savings will be $148,182. However, if you begin at age 45, save $100 per month for 20 years and earn
6-percent interest, at age 65 your savings will be only $46,204.
As these scenarios illustrate, an additional 20 years and the
compound-interest factor make all the difference in the world.
If you are in your prime earning years and start setting money
aside now, you have a better opportunity to save for the retirement you desire.
The first step in developing a savings strategy that best meets
your retirement needs is determining your objectives. How
do you envision your “golden years”? Allow yourself to dream
about what you want your future to look like. At what age do
you want to retire? Where do you see yourself living? Do you
enjoy travel? Would you like to continue to work at least part
time? These questions and others will help you shape a vision
for your retirement.
Once you have a sense of your objectives, it’s time to estimate
your financial needs. Remember that a person’s living expenses in
retirement will be roughly 30 percent less than his or her current
expenses. While some costs may increase (such as health care and
leisure activities), others most likely will decrease. For example,
retirees tend to spend less on mortgages and education.
If you are in your prime
earning years and start setting
money aside now, you have a
better opportunity to save for
the retirement you desire.
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The finest French villas this side of the Riviera
By Marjorie Hope Rothstein
I
am snuggled under an authentic French pouf and duvet on
my pillow-topped featherbed, with plumped-up pillows supporting my back.
This morning I was
gently awakened by chirping birds; the French doors
in my 400-square-foot
suite stand wide open to
the misty morning haze. I
must admit that I opted out
of the sunrise hike into the
hills. It is 8 a.m., and I am
not yet ready to emerge
from the folds of my warm,
cozy bed. Outside my window, the mist fades to reveal
an authentic 17th-century
French chapel on the hill,
delivered stone by stone
and strategically placed on
its hilltop perch.
If you are yearning for a
five-star destination spa retreat, you will find it at the
private, secluded enclave
called Cal-a-Vie. It is not
really an enclave per se—the word literally translates to “group home
or closed society or collective”—yet it feels like one the minute you
step across the old, splintering wooden bridge and into this intimate
rural parish of authentic French country villas. Looking out from the
hilltop chapel, you’ll see a charming cluster of terra cotta rooftops. It’s
like a small French village above the clouds. Conveniently situated a
couple of hours from Los
Angeles, this hideaway haven is only 40 miles from
San Diego.
If you delight in an intimate setting (maximum
of 25 guests) where you
are pampered to perfection with personalized attention, this is your place.
If you seek the best in
gourmet spa meals and
sybaritic pleasures set
amongst the finest-quality
French antiques, you will
love Cal-a-Vie.When you
take a break from the daily routine, browse the au
courant fashions at the spa
boutique (a well-deserved
reward for your rigorous
workouts). While you’re
hunting for gifts, check
out the recipes from Chef
Steve Pernetti’s new spa cuisine book (so you can try all the recipes
you loved, including the chocolate swirl pie, at home!).
The fitness-minded traveler will appreciate the spa’s instructional
series. Expert seminars treat you to the latest in health and nutrition,
Outside my window, the mist fades
to reveal an authentic 17th-century
French chapel on the hill.
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CELEB STAFF
MAR/Apr 2008
babies
Show
biz
is
abuzz with
What’s next for new celeb moms?
by
L a u r a B e ll
Jennifer Lopez, Nicole Richie, Christina Aguilera, Halle
Berry, Cate Blanchett, Jessica Alba, Nicole Kidman and
Boom
Courtney Thorne-Smith are all in the family way. Some are
expecting,while others are already cuddling their high-profile
offspring. And Richie’s daughter, Harlow, and Aguilera’s son,
Max, have more in common than moms in the limelight—
they share a January 11 birthday!
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Tori Spelling and Dean McDermott with baby
Photography by Elizabeth Messina/WireImage.com
T
hese new mothers and mothers-to-be have been blessed
with beauty, fame and fortune.Their personal lives are the
stuff of primetime news, and they are at the peak of their
extraordinary careers. Do they have any clue as to how
much their lives are about to be upended?
The arrival of a baby always means change, but these starlet moms
will have to assimilate a tiny new life into one already brimming with
paparazzi, travel and high-octane working schedules. Accustomed to a
lifestyle of jetting off to Paris or staying out all night on the town, they
will have some big adjustments to make. But it’s not just about toning
down the glitz and glamour. Certain rites of passage are part of every
new mom’s experience: nights of crying infants, feeding schedules, diapers, doctor visits, teething and a whole lot more. The experience of
having a baby can be challenging for every new mother, but add in
the extraordinary pressures of a career and a personal life always in the
spotlight, and the celebrity mom may find those first few months too
much to handle without help.
An extra pair of hands can go a long way toward alleviating the chaos
of the new arrival, which is why most of these starlets will seek out
baby nurses—newborn-care specialists who assist in tending to a baby
from the time of its birth.The baby nurse will place the baby on sleep
Much like nannies, baby nurses either live-in, offering round-theclock backup for the exhausted new parents, or work on a daily or
hourly basis. At around $250 for 24-hour care for a single infant, a baby
nurse isn’t cheap, but it’s difficult to put a price on a good night’s sleep.
Parents with twins, like Jennifer Lopez and husband Marc Anthony, can
expect to pay around $380 per day.
The cost of hiring a nanny or a manny—as the newly-popular
male nannies are known—is a little more variable and is determined
by the caliber and experience of the candidate. These professionals
often command six-figure salaries and travel everywhere with their
celebrity employers.
Ultimately, like all moms, these show-biz luminaries will develop a
system that works best for them. Reese Witherspoon has always enjoyed such abundant family support that she often leaves the children
with her parents while she works on her next blockbuster.When that’s
not an option, she hires a part-time nanny on a need basis. Supermodel
Heidi Klum, who together with her popstar husband Seal has three
children between the ages of one and three, has three nannies to help
care for the children.
Starlet moms will
have to assimilate a
tiny new life into one
already brimming
with paparazzi, travel
and high-octane
work schedules.
and feeding schedules, bathe the infant and keep vigilant guard over his
or her well-being.The experience and expertise such a professional offers can help to stabilize a chaotic time, giving both parents a chance to
enjoy the wonders of the experience without having a meltdown.
So what’s the difference between a baby nurse and a nanny? The
former specializes in infant care, which is why parents typically retain
one for the first part of the baby’s life before bringing in a nanny. It is
not unusual for baby nurses to stick around for anywhere from two
weeks to six months, depending on the needs of the family and the infant. Mothers of “high-needs” babies—who may indeed be high-needs
mothers—may want to extend the reinforcement.
Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony in Miami Beach
Photography by John Parra/WireImage.com
So what happens when it’s time to get back to work? And when will
that be? With the help of personal trainers and chefs, many movie-star
moms have flat abs and svelte bodies ready for primetime in as little as
six weeks. Others risk a career hiatus for the joys of full-time parenting.
Gwyneth Paltrow and Jodie Foster each took three years off to care
for two additions to their families before returning to the silver screen.
Jennifer Lopez is so thrilled about her nascent twins that she’s not even
penciling in a work-return date.
Rather than forsake work for parenting, other busy mom stars manage to combine the two. That’s how Sarah Jessica Parker kept up with
Many movie-star
moms have flat
abs and svelte
bodies ready for
primetime in as
little as six weeks.
Name is a .......
her single-gal role in Sex and the City post-delivery; she’d arrive on the
set each day with six-month-old James—and his private nanny—in tow.
Kate Hudson was often spotted nursing her newborn son between takes
on the set of the movie Skeleton Key. And before the ceremony was
canceled, Maggie Gyllenhaal was ready to pump breastmilk and hire a
babysitter for the Golden Globes.
Whatever course they choose, these celebrity moms have a lot to
think about. Since many high-profile moms won’t get as much time
with their newborns as they would like, it is especially important to
them that their babies have excellent care in their absence. Some will
find it through word of mouth. Sheryl Crow trusted the same nanny
who worked for Julia Roberts and Reese Witherspoon to look after
her adopted infant son. Others turn to an agency that specializes in infant-care professionals and provides references, guarantees and thorough
background checks.
What else will change for the glowing A-listers? Only time will
tell. But in an industry that revolves around the whims of the public,
they can rely on one certainty: they have an exciting journey ahead
of them. C
Laura Bell enjoys writing about the entertainment scene but is also a very
versatile writer that tackles a multitude of topics. She lives in Seattle,WA with
her husband and twin daughters.
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The American Pet Products
Manufacturers Association estimates
that people spent over $40 billion a
year on their pets in 2007. That’s more
than we spend on candy and toys.
D
r. Albert Schweitzer, the Nobel Peace Prize
recipient and revered scholar of the human
condition, was once asked for an antidote to
the general misery of life. His response: “Music and cats.” The latter half of his prescription could reasonably be expanded to include creature companions of all shapes and sizes. Although this may seem a mere bon
mot to some, any animal owner will confirm Schweitzer’s pithy
remedy. Pets fill a unique and substantial void, and, like music,
they improve the quality of our lives.
In fact, they have been improving our lives for many thousands of years. The earliest evidence of animal domestication
dates back to dogs in 15,000 B.C. in eastern Asia, making canines our first known nonhuman companions. As civilization
developed structured agriculture, dogs were intentionally bred
to assist in labor. This was especially helpful when the domestication of goats, sheep, pigs and cows followed suit, as dogs were
employed to help herd and protect kept animals from predators
such as wolves, their own not-so-distant relatives.
Of course, the cast from Old MacDonald’s farm comprises
only a portion of the beasts we humans have drawn close to our
collective heart. Spiders, skunks, tortoises, tigers, snakes, alligators, raccoons, rare birds and countless other bestial buddies have
played the role of pet in homes across the globe. In the United
States, pot-bellied pigs are not uncommon pets in Texas and the
Southeast, and domesticated hedgehogs have enjoyed a surge in
popularity since the 1980s (though owning them is illegal in
numerous states, including California, Georgia and Hawaii).
Whether Labrador retriever or leatherback turtle, the motivation for keeping any pet depends largely on the wants and needs
of the owner. An older widower in search of companionship
probably gets more pleasure from a purring kitten in his lap
than the dragon stare of a terrarium-bound monitor lizard. For
seeing-impaired persons, the spectacle of Siamese fighting fish
would pale in comparison to the benefit of a golden retriever’s
watchful eyes and vigilant tug.
In a family setting, pets serve a role that is complementary
but separate from that of other members in the family. In the
same way Starbucks strives to be a “third place” for customers
away from home and work, one might say pets fulfill a similar
function: a domestic “third place.” Traditional families have
parents, children and perhaps extended family like grandparents
or aunts and uncles. These roles are fairly well defined along lines
of authority, freedom and duty. Pets, on the other hand, provide
a comfort zone of security where all the stressors from intimate
family ties—anger, annoyance, disapproval, punishment—simply
melt away. Just as Starbucks provides overstuffed chairs (and WiFi for T-Mobile subscribers) to give customers a pleasurable
refuge from home and work, pets bestow the rejuvenating perks
of playfulness, distraction and unconditional love that family
members crave but can’t always find elsewhere.
Given this preponderance of desirable traits, it is not surprising
that pets are typically considered full-fledged members of the
families they join. At dinnertime, dogs often sit a scrap’s throw
away from the table with their own bowl of chow. For Christmas, a paw-adorned stocking carrying the dog’s or cat’s name
often dangles alongside the socks of parents and kids. As entities
that provide the positive attributes of family members but lack
many of the attendant complications, it is little wonder that family pets are treasured so highly.
So highly, in fact, that the American Pet Products Manufacturers Association estimates that people spent over $40 billion a
year on their pets in 2007. That’s more than we spend on candy
and toys (which generate $20 billion and $25 billion annually)
and nearly double the amount we spent on pets a mere decade
ago. Emblematic of this extravagance is the growing popularity of luxury pet accoutrements, such as designer pet clothing,
pet therapy and high-end pet spas, which offer guests amenities
ranging from gourmet meals to exercise facilities and professional mani-pedis—complete with nail polish.
Also contributing to the increase in spending is an upswing
in the popularity of pets themselves. Twenty years ago, it is estimated that 56% of U.S. households owned pets; today, that figure is closer to 63%. That’s over 71 million homes enjoying the
known benefits of animal companionship, which studies show
to include lower blood pressure, reduced stress, decreased incidence of heart disease and staving off depression. Score one for
Dr. Schweitzer. C
Chris Edling who lives in Los Angeles writes for several publications and has also
written interactive content for NBC, CNN and the History Channel.
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Going Green: An
Why the future is looking greener and cleaner
By Eugenie Mason
T
he practice of “going green”—choosing options that
are good for the environment—is now mainstream.
Buzzwords like “eco-friendly,”“organic” and “hybrid,”
once relegated to hippie counterculture, have become
firmly entrenched in our vernacular and are embraced as lifestyle
choices that reflect sensitivity and awareness. In Greenopia:The Urban
Dweller’s Guide to Green Living, Collette Brooks writes, “Imagine a
world in which everyone lived green. This is no longer a utopian
aspiration. It’s a practical way in which urban dwellers can live
sustainably, today.” Living green in a city like Los Angeles may seem
like a oxymoron, but by making simple lifestyle adjustments, it is
incredibly possible.
We live in times in which claiming ignorance is no longer acceptable. Al Gore’s blockbuster documentary, An Inconvenient Truth,
marked a point of no return for green consciousness in America.
And he is not alone in his crusade. Celebrities like Cameron Diaz,
Bono and Leonardo DiCaprio, among others, are also using their
fame to champion the green cause, winning respect from their colleagues and the public.
Buzzwords like “eco-friendly,”
“organic” and “hybrid” have been
embraced as lifestyle choices that
reflect sensitivity and awareness.
There are many areas of our lives in which small adjustments,
from where we get our facials to the type of fuel we put in our
vehicles, have real-world, long-term significance. Far from being
an inconvenience, green living is healthier, the food tastier, the air
cleaner and, now, the lifestyle classier.
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Urban Reality
spas now use mineral-based cosmetics and natural products composed of essential oils and plant extracts. From acetone-free nail polish-remover to organic hair dyes, pampering and luxury have become
associated with making healthy and natural choices.
Food
The latest trend
in dining is opting
for grown ingredients. Besides ensuring quality seasonal
food is also environmentally
responsible. Some of the
Transportation
Doing your part for the environment doesn’t have to mean riding
the bus. Biodiesel, a clean-burning fuel derived from domestic, renewable resources such as soybean oil, has recently become available
at select public pumps. Cameron Diaz made the news by purchasing a Toyota Prius over a gas-guzzling luxury vehicle and showed
the world that social consciousness, rather than extravagance, should
guide our lifestyle choices.
Beauty
The beauty products we use are as important as the food we consume in terms of maintaining our health. Labels like “natural” and
“organic” have made their way out of the food aisles and onto bodycare and cosmetic products made without petrochemicals and preservatives. We now know that to keep our skin healthy and our bodies
free of questionable, unpronounceable ingredients, it is important to
use only products made from pure sources. Most high-end salons and
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Al Gore’s blockbuster documentary, An Inconvenient Truth,
marked a point of no return for green consciousness in America.
best restaurants also have menus that reflect a
commitment to sustainable agriculture. Choosing organic has become a declaration of culinary
savviness as well as the hallmark of a healthy lifestyle.The resulting surge in organic products has
changed the way we shop and eat.
Clothing and Home
In the past, “green” fashion implied hemp
skirts and granola gear. However, as Scott Hahn,
founder of Loomstate, writes in Greenopia:“An
awakening of ecological sensitivity is driving
designers to deliver socially- and environmentally-gratifying products.” For example, take
Edun, a clothing company founded by Bono
and his wife Edun was established “to create
beautiful clothing while fostering sustainable
employment in developing areas of the world,
particularly Africa.” And thanks to new developments in solar panels, sustainable wood and
Al Gore with Davis Guggenheim, winner of Best
Documentary Feature for An Inconvenient Truth
Photography by Lester Cohen/WireImage.com
recycled materials, where you live can make as
much of a statement as what you wear. Again,
celebrities lead the way to greener pastures.
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger uses solar
heat, and both Dennis Weaver and Daryl Hannah live in homes made completely from recycled materials.
“Going green” is no longer a catchphrase for
the fringe culture but a viable lifestyle choice for
all of us. From using the blue recycling bin for
bottles and cans to purchasing hybrid vehicles
and donning organic cotton clothing, simple
choices declare sensitivity to the health of our
planet and future generations. As Ed Begely
Jr., actor and committed environmentalist,
eloquently states, as Americans, “we celebrate
excess, and that message is transmitted around
the world. But there is a way to have all these
things—to have a cold beverage and a warm
shower—and to do it efficiently.” C
Eugenie Mason is a freelance writer based in TK. Her
informative articles have appeared in publications such as
GlobalChefs.com.
ROBERT IRVINE GOES
WHERE FEW CHEFS DARE . . . .
Star of Food Network’s Dinner: Impossible
I n M I SS I O N : CO O K ! ,
Irvine tells the astonishing story
of his life so far, from cooking for
3,000 refugees over open fires on
a beach while civil war raged in
South Yemen to serving his food
to four U. S. presidents.
In this colorful memoir that
combines great stories with even
better recipes, Irvine shares stories
of his training under the best
European chefs, along with his
personal culinary philosophies, best
recipes, and tips for adding a stylish
flair to any dish.
My Life, My Recipes, and Making the Impossible Easy
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MANNERLY MANOR
Relating to future
relations
By Sandra J. Payne
Y
Illustration by Robert Salanitro
ou meet your soul mate.
Life is bliss.
Then, you meet your soul mate’s parents.
Bliss is woefully short-lived.
Okay, maybe not in every case—there are many wonderful, war m relationships out there between couples and their
in-laws. But as is often the case with relationships of any kind, putting in a little work will pay big dividends toward
creating lasting, loving bonds.
One of the great, unsung heroes essential to getting
along with others is, of course, etiquette. There are certain
basic behaviors that can either increase respect and affection for each other or, when such behaviors are lacking,
fuel the flames of discontent.
That old cliché, “You never get a second chance to make
a first impression,” is a cliché for a reason: it’s true. So,
when it’s time to meet the parents, there are a few steps
you should take as you begin what may become a lifelong
relationship with your prospective in-laws.
Helpful hint: Feel free to apply this advice to other relationships in your life, as well.
Five
c r i t i ca l st e ps to m a k i n g a good fir st
im p r e ssi o n o n f o l k s :
think other people are fascinating when the reality is that
they’re just good listeners. That’s r ight: if you can make
the people you’re listening to feel as if you’re hanging on
their every word, they think you’re the fascinating one.
When meeting future family members, work less on spilling your life story and more on finding out about them.
There are certain basic behaviors
that can either increase respect
and affection for each other or,
when such behaviors are lacking,
fuel the flames of discontent.
1. D o yo u r h o m e wo r k . A little preliminary research goes a long way to ensure that you won’t commit
a gross social faux pas in the presence of your soul mate’s
parents. You don’t want to be in mid-preparation of BLTs
when your new Jewish or Muslim in-laws ar r ive on the
doorstep. Instead, it’s best to solicit your soul mate’s advice
on how to make a good first impression, and then listen
carefully to the response. Sometimes, people are unaware
of the, shall we say, “personality quirks” of their own relatives. Find out a few simple facts—religion and political
or ientation are excellent places to start—just so that you
can steer clear of potential conversational landmines.
2. C l e a n u p . It may seem r idiculous to mention this
step, but in these days and times, it’s best not to leave anything to chance when it comes to etiquette advice. When
you are judged within seconds of meeting someone, it
makes good sense that the first time you meet prospective
in-laws, a certain level of care is taken with your dress and
grooming. You may not want to greet them at the door
with bed-head and a dirty T-shirt. There’s a high probability that this image will be bur ned into their retinas for
decades to come.
5. F ollow up . Oh, yeah. Here it comes. The dreaded
advice to wr ite a thank-you note. It’s the same-old sameold, but it’s still good stuff. A quick note on a small card
telling people how much you enjoyed meeting them can
cement a great future relationship. Make it happen. You
won’t regret this extra level of politeness.
Once you’ve created a successful atmosphere for meeting those future in-laws, the last piece of advice is to relax,
be yourself and enjoy the exper ience. A certain amount of
awkwardness can be expected but will be eased quickly
with a genuine smile, good listening skills, great questions
and exemplary treatment of your soul mate.
Come to think of it, you don’t need such a momentous
occasion as meeting future relatives to flex your etiquette
muscles. Stay in practice by exercising these simple rules
year-round, and you’ll be ready to meet anyone any time
with aplomb. C
3. B e t h o u g h tf u l . These are the people who are
responsible for creating your beloved. A basket of flowers
or a bottle of wine may be just the thing to start off on the
r ight foot. Again, check with your soul mate for hints so
that you don’t invest in peanut patties for someone with
a nut allergy.
4. B e fa sc i nati n g . S i m p l e , r i g h t ? So many people think this means putting themselves at the center of
attention, but in actuality, it means the opposite. People
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Sandra J. Payne is a Hollywood screenwriter who was born in Alaska and has lived
in Asia and Europe. She has a lifelong fascination with social customs and etiquette.
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PET WORLD
FamilyTreasures
Owners and animals form strong bonds
By Owen Swaby
P
ets are integral to family life.
So, being a pet owner myself, I
hit the bricks to discover how
much they mean to others.
O wner : Eileen Ikuta
O ccupation : actress/dancer
P et : Tater Tot, 5-year-old Chihuahua
I don’t have kids, so I treat him like a baby—pushing him in
his stroller, taking him for a ride in the car, brushing his teeth
every night, reading bedtime stories, putting a sweater on him
when it’s cold, worrying about him when I go out of town. He
eats food from the vet, as well as a home delicacy: kangaroo
and rabbit.
Tater Tot brings joy, forcing me to lighten up. We celebrate
Easter, Christmas, birthdays, Thanksgiving, Fourth of July, etc.
I love to buy him stuff (he owns 150+ outfits). On the serious
side, we give back to the community. Three years ago, I got
Tater Tot certified as a licensed therapy dog. He’s a hit visiting
children in hospitals and seniors in nursing homes.
O wner : Crystal Rose
O ccupation : works for Yahoo! HotJobs
P et : Smokey, 3-year-old Maine Coon Cat
My mother calls him her grandson, spoiling him whenever she visits.
And, like family, he makes me laugh. One day my former
roommate was playing “chase” with Smokey and cornered him.
Realizing his predicament, Smokey turned, faced the wall and
“assumed the position.” He had his eyes closed, paws against
the wall, looking like he was waiting to be frisked.
Also, Smokey’s has an uncanny way of being able to escape
from locked rooms without assistance.
MAR/Apr 2008
O wner : Samantha Maze
O ccupation : wardrobe designer
P et : Sabrina, 9-year-old Maine Coon Cat
I had pets growing up: dogs, cats, even a pony. When I moved
out on my own, I wanted something to come home to that was
happy to see me.
Like my family, Sabrina is persistent, including herself in
activities whether invited or not. She supervises home repairs
and checks grocery bags when I return from the market (to
see if I bought her favorite treats).
Sabrina helps alleviate stress. Sometimes when my boyfriend and
I get into a tiff, she distracts us with an affectionate headbutt.
Sabrina has an extraordinary human-like trait: an ability to
sense my mood, knowing when to stay clear and when I need
some love.
Conversely, she has a mean side. When my boyfriend and I
moved in together, he brought his cat, but Sabrina wouldn’t
allow it to sleep in the bed with us. Sabrina would also gather
her toys one by one and bring them onto the bed so that the
other cat couldn’t play with them.
Pet ownership is not for everyone. Hang around people who
have pets for awhile and see how you react. Sometimes it takes
time to warm to animals, and for them to warm to you. C
Owen Swaby is the vice president of Fifi & Romeo, which has a flagship store in
Los Angeles and 10 others in Japan. With its A-list celebrity clientele and acclaimed
designs featured on shows such as Oprah and CNN, it stands out as a leader.
CELEB STAFF
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SOCIETY CORNER
Marci Weiner is a widely recognized society reporter. She has been writing
for many years for publications such as Entertainment Today, Beverly Hills
90212, The Good Life, West Coast Lifestyle and Movieweb. Her syndicated
column reaches the socialites and celebs in Tinseltown, and she is a friend
and confidante to movers and shakers around the world.
Honorees, Awardees, and Gala Events of the Season
Julia Roberts on stage
accepting award
Pretty Woman Honored
Tom Hanks with Julia Roberts
Natalie Portman
hen Tom Hanks said “Everybody
loves Julia—everybody,” he was,
of course, referr ing to the Pretty
Woman herself. Julia Roberts
received the 22nd Cinematheque
Award at the Beverly Hilton
Hotel. She was lauded for her contr ibutions to the art of
the moving picture by this organization, established in 1981,
which celebrates film in all its for ms. Some of her for mer
co-stars who were on hand to congratulate her included
Natalie Portman (Closer), Marcia Gay Harden (Mona Lisa
MAR/Apr 2008
Sally Field
Smile), Bruce Willis (Ocean’s Twelve) and Shirley MacLaine
(Steel Magnolias).
But the most moving tribute was delivered on video by George
Clooney, who appeared in a bathroom stall; he was filming on
location and had to get away to a private place to speak. In the middle
of his speech, his shoe was tapped by a foot in the stall next door . . .
and an embarrassed Brad Pitt was the culprit!
Julia, who just turned 40, said she is most proud to be a wife and
mom to her amazing children. Former honoree Denzel Washington
presented the award to Julia. He co-starred with her in The Pelican
Brief and announced: “You do an extraordinary job!”
CELEB STAFF
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Strong Survivors
The legendary singer Diana Ross performed for the Associates for Breast & Prostate
Cancer Research. Commanding the stage in a succession of spectacular gowns, she wowed
the audience. She has raised millions of dollars for
numerous charities during her 40-year career, and
breast cancer is one of her dearest causes. Farrah
Fawcett, who is currently battling cancer herself,
was unable to appear. However, her Charlie’s Angels
co-star Kate Jackson a cancer-survivor herself, was
on hand to accept the Spirit of Entertainment Award
in Farrah’s honor. The plucky performer made an
impassioned speech about Farrah’s determination to
fight the dreaded disease.
Carrie Ann Inaba, who will soon be seen
along with her Dancing with the Stars cojudge Bruno Tonioli in the new ABC reality
competition Dance War, was a special guest.
(above) Diana Ross strutting her stuff for
Cancer Research; (left) Carrie Ann Inaba
Heroes of Our
Four-Legged Friends
Doris Roberts, the four-time Emmy-winning star of Everybody
Loves Raymond (the show for which Willard was nominated for
an Emmy for his recurring role), joined the dais full of jokesters
and toasters that included Norm McDonald, Ted Lange,
Cindy Williams and Sarah Purcell. The money raised at this
event is used to continue the programs of this
organization, including lifesaving surgeries for
(left) Fred Willard with Sarah
Purcell; (inset) Lassie - The
animals in need.
Star of the Event
One of the biggest stars in attendance
was Lassie, the great granddaughter of
the original Lassie. She enjoyed the barbs
thrown by newly-elected A&O President
Jo Anne Worley (Laugh-In) and the special
vegan luncheon served to the animalfriendly audience. Kudos to Executive
Director Susan Taylor and her hardworking
committee for their ongoing efforts toward
the care and protection of animals.
Fred Willard was honored by the Actors & Others for Animals
at the Universal Hilton Hotel for his huge support of animals.
The talented thespian has appeared on numerous television
series, films, stage and talk shows, but he is best-known for his
role in the hit flick Best in Show.
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A
Day to Remember for the Operaphiles
The official opening of the social scene in Los Angeles is the Opera’s
Weekend Gala, which brings out opulent operaphiles from our arts
and entertainment community. The opening-night performance
was Beethoven’s Fidelio (the only opera the master ever wrote). L.A.
attendees included billionaire philanthropists Eli and Edye Broad, Sid
and Mercedes Bass, Michael and Jane Eisner, playwright David
Mamet, and Elizabeth and Dennis Tito (fresh from his high-flying
trek to the International Space Station). The performance by soprano
Anja Kampe as Lenore was out of this world! The audience was
From left: L.A. master chorale assistant conductor Ariel Quintana, Helene Quintana with Music Director Grant Gershon
and Elissa Johnston
Ship Ahoy!
swept away with the opera’s superlative video presentation.
The three-dimensional animated special effects by Sergio Metalli,
which depicted a horrendous Spanish prison cell, were stunning. Besides
the two principal artists making their debut with the L.A. Opera, music
director James Conlon welcomed Grant Gershon for his debut
season as associate conductor and chorus master.
But the best musical note was issued by Placido Domingo, who
announced that over $1.5 million was raised to secure the position of the
Los Angeles Opera Company as one of the finest in the world.
Black & White Ball Steering Committee members: Carolyn Miller, Annette Emshar, Elizabeth Redmond, Marguerite Marsh, Mona Mapel, Sonya Randazzo
and Marina Raine
Celeb Staff’s recent cover girl, Beverly Cohen, has to be the busiest gal in town. After hosting
a fabulous party at the Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills (which she and hubby Bob Cohen
happen to own), she threw a Boat Bash at her new home in Newport Beach.The Cohens purchased
John Wayne’s former abode and have transformed the waterfront estate into a palatial paradise.
Among the celeb guests were Lee Iaccoca, Mr. Blackwell
and Spencer, comedian Jack Carter, and John Wayne’s widow,
Pilar, a renowned artist and author of My Life with The Duke. Pilar
was with her daughter, Marisa. Others enjoying the sumptuous
buffet and gazing at the gaily-decorated yachts in the Holiday
Boat Parade included socialites Marianne and Martin Berman,
Laurie and Richard Rodnick, and Grace Robbins (widow
of famed writer, Harold Robbins), who had a few fantastic yachts
of her own moored in the South of France. She was with her
handsome new husband and first mate, Paul Barnes.
MAR/Apr 2008
CELEB STAFF
(above) Laurie
& Richard Rodnick with Beverly
Cohen; (left)
Paul Barnes &
Grace Robbins
Barnes; (far left)
Pilar Wayne
with her daughter, Marisa
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Toy Drive from the
Crown Jewels
he festively decorated Night Club in
the Beverly Hills home of the Duchess
of Dusseldorf (a.k.a. Gail Dauer) was
the perfect setting for the Crown Jewels’
Annual Toy Drive to benefit Coach for
Kids. Over 100 “royals” attended the
event, and scads of terrific toys were strewn around the magnificent
trees, which Gail spent many hours decorating.
Some of the special guests included soap star Brenda Dickson
(The Young & the Restless), author Donna Spangler (How to Get a
Rich Man), cookbook legend Renny Darling Klein, and Shelly
Sterling, wife of Donald Sterling, owner of the L.A. Clippers.
The Members of the Crown Jewels is getting ready for their next event,
The Royal Purple Luncheon at Spago, where Leeza Gibbons will be their
guest speaker. C
Brenda Dickson (The
Young & the Restless) in
front of one of the gaily
decorated trees
(above) Jennifer & James Smith (Gail &
Roger’s daughter & her husband); (left)
Board of Crown Jewels with Donna
Estes-Antibi of Coach for Kids
at Holiday Toy Drive
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Let There Be Chores
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Shopping for
Your Employers
Cal-a-Vie
• Watch the perishables
Some perishables may be consumed
quickly (and repeatedly) by your employer and thus are appropriate to purchase
in bulk. Others may not be consumed
so quickly. Purchase no more than one
extra of these.
• Be on the lookout for sales
Sales on nonperishable items are a great
time to stock up.
• Plan ahead for parties
Some items, such as toilet paper and hand
soap, may require a little extra stocking.
• Monitor cleaning supplies
Cleaning chemicals can lose efficacy over
time. Track cleaning supply consumption
and purchase accordingly.
• Show good judgment
If your employer gives you free rein to
purchase a particular item, this doesn’t
necessarily mean you need to purchase
the most expensive one available.
Shopping for someone else sounds like fun,
but in reality, it’s part of your job. Buy what
your employer wants and needs, but be responsible about it.You wouldn’t want someone to be reckless with your money. C
and guest speakers make special appearances
on scheduled weeks. LoRayne Haye, the staff
nutritionist, will share some excellent tips on
revving up your metabolism, which you can
jump-start into high gear with the spa’s eclectic selection of fitness options. You name it,
you can try it here, from the Bosu Ball workout (like a half-cut balance ball) to Zumba (a
Latin-based movement class) to water- and
land-based aerobics.While you’re at it, why not
lap up the lavish personal attention in circuit
training,Tai Chi or cardio-kickboxing classes?
And 400 acres of hiking trails means beginners and veteran trekkers alike have miles of
options. The spa has recently added the Vista
Valley Country Club to its properties—one
more perk for pampered guests. And there’s
more to come: Cal-a-Vie will soon be adding
an aquatics center, and an authentic orangerie
is being shipped from France for the ultimate
wedding ceremony!
The most luxurious parts of the threenight to one-week program packages are in
the bath house and the salon. Sample dozens
of unique treatments, from a scalp massage
with vibrating chair (what a surprise!) to a
micro-current facial with an oxygen mask.
My favorite? The BodyCoffee Vichy Scrub
exfoliating body polish with Dead Sea Salts,
followed by a massage of decadent BodyCoffee Body Lotion. It’s a caffeinated delight—
without the calories!
If you live in the United States and crave the
authentic experience of the French countryside, Cal-a-Vie is the haven escape for you!
For more information visit their website
at www.cal-a-vie.com, or call 760-945-2055
for reservations. C
Carol Scudere is the owner of Professional
Domestic Services & Institute in Ohio. For the
last 20 years she has been teaching the “Art of
Caring for the Wealthy” to individuals with a true
service heart.
Marjorie Hope Rothstein is a Luxe Lifestyle
Consultant specializing in creating resort-like living for
her clients in their homes. As a spa-trends specialist, her
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we can make chores an effective self-esteem
booster as we teach responsibility. A few positive words go a long way.
employer may ask you to prepare a report
comparing and contrasting the different
types of the item to be purchased so that
they can decide which one to buy. Your
employer may also ask you to take care of
it yourself. Regardless, the only way you
will know how to get the most value for
your money is to investigate fully. Some
of this research may need to be completed
on your own time if you are not able to
do so while you are working.
Adjust
the routine
As our children progress through a basic
routine, it’s time to start making adjustments.
The whole purpose of chores is to teach our
younger ones how to take care of themselves
independently. It’s important to slowly move
away from a set chore chart and place more
emphasis on the whole picture. I’ve found
that assigning a whole room for a week and
rotating throughout the house, for instance, is
a great way to exercise their “cleaning muscles.” From the kitchen to the bathroom to
the living room to the dining room, make
sure to start with a clean room in perfect order. Explain to the child that it is his or her
mission to keep that particular room in order
for a week. Go easy, because this is a pretty
big assignment, but eventually things will begin to flow naturally.
Do, do, do
Once children have been taught properly,
patiently and thoroughly, they will continue
“doing”—doing their own chores, doing
their own homework, doing their own …
You get the point. Chores lay a foundation
for the initiative and responsibility children
need as they grow into independent adults.
Taking out the trash on Wednesdays might
not seem essential initially, but taking out
that big pile of trash consistently will grow
into the greater habit of self-responsibility.
We LEAD our children through chores so
that they can succeed! C
Justin Womack is a professional manny with
more than six years experience under his belt. He
has cared for children of all ages and served as a
positive male role model.
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It’s all in the Timing
K now Y our Resources
The second step in planning is to determine from where you will obtain your retirement money. Most people draw on three
main sources of income during retirement;
Social Security, employer-sponsored plans
and personal retirement savings.
With Social Security, the benefits received
are based on the income you have earned over
the course of your life, subject to a maximum
amount. It offers, for most, only a base level
of income, which many retirees supplement
with savings from employer-sponsored plans,
such as pension plans, 401(k) plans, 403(b)
plans, Simplified Employee Pensions (SEPs)
and Savings Incentive Match Plans for Employees (SIMPLEs). The tax advantages and,
in many instances, matching contributions
from employers make these savings vehicles a
popular complement to personal retirement
savings, which often include traditional Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) and
Roth IRAs.
Make
a P lan
Now that you’ve thought about your retirement objectives and your potential sources of income, the last step is developing a plan
that works for you. If you’re like most people,
you probably could save more money. Analyze your present spending habits: Are there
short-term sacrifices you are willing to make
for long-term gain? When it comes to saving,
stick to your plan, but monitor it regularly.
As we’ve seen, saving more earlier can have
a significant impact on how you spend your
retirement. It’s never too late to start saving,
and the sooner the better. C
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Household Manager/Housekeeper KY
Lexington adult couple seeks Housecleaner
now and a Household Manager when new
20,000 sq ft home is built. New home includes a thoroughbred horse farm and has a
guest house and guest apartment to oversee.
Must have a friendly personality and be able to
work independently and multi-task.
Household Manager,
Housekeeper, Nanny, Cook
IL
Couple
PA
Northfield family needs 3 employees to divide the above duties. All must know how to
swim, have good English, be legal, and enjoy
children and pets. They should also be honest, detail-oriented, able to anticipate needs,
and pleasant.
For Pittsburgh couple. In addition to housecleaning, responsibilities include occasional
cooking, and supervising ground maintenance crews. Wonderful opportunity to
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Salary: open (for 5 ½ days a week) + benefits
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Governess
Butler/Housekeeper
Housekeeper
OH
NY
MD
For New Albany family. 2 ½ year old needs
help with language skills. Must have previous
experience, be flexible, outgoing, and have
lots of patience. They are looking for someone who will stay long-term and grow with
the family.
To oversee adult couple’s Manhattan penthouse
and summer home in the Hamptons. Seeking
long-term employee, preferably someone familiar with New York. Responsibilities: housecleaning, answering phone and taking messages, overseeing repair personnel, laundry, ironing men’s
shirts, polishing silver, simple cooking and meal
serving, and running errands. Ten-hour days
worked Monday through Friday.
For Bethesda single mom. Last Housekeeper
(placed by us) remained for over 10 years.
Slightly challenged 24-year-old daughter lives
with her. Responsibilities include running
errands, laundry, some home-style cooking,
supervising part-time housekeeper, etc. Work
week is Tuesday through Saturday.
Salary: from $55,000 + benefits & housing
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Salary: to $60K + benefits & housing
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Butler
Household Manager or Couple
Household Manager
CA
MD
IL
Beverly Hills family seeks a very formal English Butler for their large estate. Must have
excellent serving abilities, be able to oversee
large staff, and maintain a perfect setting for
the homeowners.
Older couple in good health seeks employee(s)
to help them be as independent as possible.
They will share their beautiful 6,000 sq ft
home on 4 acres with their employee(s).
Want someone without “baggage” who is/
are honest, helpful, very organized, and nonsmoking. Responsibilities include driving,
companionship, cooking, laundry, and light
housekeeping.
For single woman in Deerfield-North Shore.
Care for 5 cats and 1 dog; supervise part-time
Housecleaners, contractors, and vendors; run
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as is an excellent work history (no job-hopping). Tuesday to Saturday work week of 9 to
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Governess
Estate Manager
Household Manager
FL
FL
For older adult couple in Jacksonville. Work
hours are 9 to 5. They have two standard poodles and many fine furnishings that require
special care. They have a 17,000 square foot
home on a river; if you love caring for an exquisite home, this is the perfect opportunity
for you.
For a Loving family in Naples with 2 children
ages 3 and 7. Degree in early childhood development/education or related field required;
must have loving heart and tender touch.
Travel with family two months a year in New
England required. Flexible hours.
Salary: open + benefits & housing
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New York City family seeks staff for new
home. Current priority is finding employee to oversee other staff and maintain
continuity with their other homes. Must
enjoy children and be able to work with
Chef and Personal Assistant. Training and
experience required.
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Multiple Properties Manager
CA
Couple Team
CO
Couple Team
CO
Live-out house manager with previous experience managing multiple properties. Will
be responsible for several homes in the Bay
area as well as coordinating with the family office. Need strong computer skills and
knowledge of Smart Homes. Will be responsible for arranging travel and large organizational projects. Principals are private
and informal. Excellent compensation package for the right candidate.
Experienced Domestic Couple team needed
for live-in position in formal Aspen home.
Principals are in residence 180 days a year and
require full care while in residence. Job duties include cooking (Asian cuisine a must)
and cleaning, arrange entertaining events,
both large and small. Couple team will serve
as caretakers when principals are not in residence. Competitive salary offered.
Caretaking couple needed to manage a 26
acre property and a newly purchased 10,000sft
home in the mountains of CO. Absentee owners will be in residence seldom throughout the
year. Would like personal service and cooking
when there. Must be proactive, self starters to
handle the intricacies of a high tech home in a
high elevation. Must be willing to do all hands
on cleaning and most maintenance themselves.
Excellent salary and housing on site provided.
Email: [email protected]
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Nanny
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Nanny
ID
Couple Team MN
Looking for live-out Nanny for Seattle area
for three children ages 4, 8 & 9. The parents
enjoy an active lifestyle with their family and
expect that as part of your duties you will be
comfortable in making play dates and maintaining a clean and meticulous play area. Excellent salary and benefits provided for qualified candidate.
Live-in nanny needed for Sun Valley, ID family. Nanny would care for two boys ages 5
1/2 and 2 1/2 who are both in school during
year. This is a great family that Heartland has
worked with before. Nanny would travel on
vacations and between ranch house to house
in Sun Valley during week and would have a
private 2 bd/2 ba cottage with satellite and
private hot tub during days off, weekends, vacations and all summer.
Couple team needed to work with existing, long
term staff (another couple and gardeners) to provide seamless coverage for a large historic estate.
40,000sf home sits on 13 acres with clay tennis
courts, lake and pool. Need a couple that can
complete hands-on housekeeping, laundry, ironing, cooking and maintenance duties to keep the
estate in pristine condition. Three bd apartment
on the property provided. Might consider entry
level couples but no pets allowed.
(800) 866-6266
(800) 866-6266
(800) 866-6266
Ranch Manager
MO
Seeking an experienced ranch manager for a one
to two year mentoring position on large recreational ranch in Montana. Would prefer someone
with previous guest ranch/hospitality experience
as well as working ranch knowledge to teach
young manager. This property is used as a family
retreat and occupied all summer with a staff of 30.
Management, hospitality and a desire to teach are
the pre-eminent qualifications for this position.
This will not be a long term position.
WY
Ranch Couple to assist current Ranch Manager on 500 acre private ranch. Ranch is used
as a retreat for friends and family from May to
November. Busy season is between June-Sept.
Need one to have strong mechanical/welding
skills for upkeep and operation of a variety
of ranch equipment. The other should have
housekeeping, hospitality and cooking skills.
Private home on the ranch for couple with no
children but dog or horses ok.
(800) 866-6266
(800) 866-6266
House Manager
Couple Team NH
Farm Manager
Estate Manager NV
Experienced Estate Manager needed to manage two properties in NV; Tahoe and primary
residence in Las Vegas. Must have excellent
references, longevity and experience managing multiple properties for one employer.
Must be willing to travel with and ahead of
family to prepare properties and oversee any
future construction, investment or personal
purchases. Excellent salary with benefits depending on experience.
(800) 866-6266
NJ
Couple Team
WA
Hands on household manager needed to care for a
weekend farm retreat in rural NH. Owner visits the
property every weekend but family only periodically throughout the year. Must be willing to work
weekends, prepare meals for owner and guests (6-8
for dinner on Saturday night) when in residence
and provide full housekeeping for all the buildings.
Beautiful furnished private cottage attached to the
home provided. Fair salary with perks and bonuses
for the right long term candidate.
Farm Manager couple for a pick your own
apple orchard. Full care of orchard, grounds,
buildings and equipment. Looking for long
term stable couple to assist single owner of
the property. Will be responsible for orchard
upkeep as well as related activities to include
hay rides, tours, wood cutting and a variety
of other activities to supplement income. A
couple with entrepreneurial ideas would be
welcome.
Service oriented caretaking couple needed on
115 ac performance horse ranch in Western
WA.Will also be responsible for housekeeping,
entertaining assistance and grounds and building maintenance. Previous equine experience
preferred. Will report to Ranch Manager and
assist with any capital improvement projects
around ranch. Housing is a two bedroom, two
bath home near the horse barn.
(800) 866-6266
(800) 866-6266
(800) 866-6266
Executive Assistant
NY
Personal Assistant
NY
Chef
NY
Prominent Entertainment Mogul is looking to
hire an Executive Assistant with a college degree and a minimum of 5 years of corporate
experience working with top executives. Must
have outstanding computer skills; excellent time
management, interpersonal, communications
and written skills; be detail oriented and able
to work well in a fast-paced environment with
tight deadlines. Candidate must have a “can-do”
attitude. Excellent references required.
hire a Personal Assistant with a college degree and
a minimum of 7 years experience working with
top executives. Must be computer savvy with excellent communication skills, a self-starter, detail
oriented and work well under pressure. Will be
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24/7 and be flexible to travel at a moment’s notice
internationally. Excellent references required.
hire a part-time Chef with a minimum of 5
years experience working with high-net-worth
individuals. Candidate will be required to work
on weekends. Proficiency in American, Italian,
French cuisine and Soul food a must, and the
ability to cater to guests at very short notice is
mandatory.Will be required to keep the kitchen
clean at all times. Excellent references a must.
Salary: Negotiable
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NY
Nanny/Governess
TX
Estate/Property Manager CA
Busy Manhattan family is looking to hire a liveout Nanny for 2 pre-teens. Candidate must be
flexible to work day or evening shifts and through
the weekends. A teaching background and a college degree from an Ivy League college a plus.
Must be athletic, have polished manners, be a team
player to work well with other staff and be flexible to travel at least 2-3 months out of the year to
other residences. A minimum of 5 years experience with excellent references required.
Formal Texas family is seeking educated Nannies
for newborn twins. Duties include full charge of
the babies, placing them on schedules, making
sure that they are well stimulated, etc. Must be
bilingual, as client needs kids to learn a foreign
language as they grow. Swimming and flexibility
to travel internationally for long periods required.
5 years minimum experience with excellent references mandatory. Must wear uniform and commit at least 5 years to work with the family.
Professional family looking to hire an Estate/
Property Manager to manage all the clients’
residential and commercial properties, hire,
train and oversee staff, handle maintenance
and renovations, landscaping, etc. Excellent
references and a minimum of 7 years experience serving employers in the Los Angeles
area required. Must be flexible to work weekends and travel on short notice.
Salary: $75K + benefits
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CA
Chef
CA
Couple
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Chairman is looking to hire an experienced
Couple to work in his 15,000-sq. ft. estate.
Must have a minimum of 7 years’ experience working in formal homes with large
families, young children and other household staff. Duties include butlering, nannying, cooking, housekeeping, chauffeuring,
etc. Must have excellent references and be
willing to travel extensively.
Chairman is looking to hire a Chef to cook
healthy cuisines. Candidate must have previous experience working in a restaurant and as
a private chef for high-profile clients. Cooking
and presentation skills must be outstanding.
Must to be able to cater to guests on a regular
basis and be flexible to travel internationally.
Must have previous experience working on
private jets. Excellent references required.
Mature couple is looking for a Couple with
a minimum of 5 years experience to work in
their 8,000-sq. ft. estate 6 days per week. Duties include housekeeping, cooking, laundry,
serving, chauffeuring, repairs, car maintenance,
etc. Must have previous experience working in
formal homes and be able to cater dinner parties for guests. Excellent references required.
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By Merle Goldberg
face. I was coming from public assistance,
where no one has a smile on her face.”
Each 24 to 72 hour period before the
big interview, DFS works the transformation of each client into a professional businesswoman. Head to toe. Suit to
shoes. Jewelry to handbag. A brief consultation with a few mock interview
questions, and before she’s out the door,
every woman, like Ammon, feels like a
million bucks.
The international
nonprofit helps
women get back in
the work force and
become independent.
Suzanne Elliott Armstrong - Executive Director
of Dress for Success
F
irst impressions last forever, and
Dress for Success (DFS) knows
it. Founded in 1999, the international nonprofit helps women get back in
the work force and become independent.
When a local partner, like Goodwill, refers a woman in need, DFS outfits the
job-seeker with stylish professional wear
for that all-important first interview.
Holly Ammon, a single mother of two
boys, was laid off and stuck in a vicious
cycle until Goodwill set up a job interview and put her in touch with DFS.
“A door just opened, and light came
through,” she says. “I was greeted by a
personal shopper with a smile on her
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About 50 percent of the new, or nearly
new, suits are donated by the public. The
other 50 percent are excess inventory
from various clothing manufacturers.
“We don’t always have all the accessories, but every woman gets a suit,” says
Suzanne Elliott Armstrong, executive
vice president of resource development
and strategic marketing. “All of our cli-
ents are living below the poverty line.
After landing a job, they are invited back
for a week’s worth of clothes—businesscasual separates.” Ammon is still wearing
the clothes DFS gave her. “It was the sole
place I had for clothes, and still is my
sole place.”
All clients are also invited to join Professional Women’s Group, the DFS mentoring program. Ammon attends meetings
regularly. “The lectures help you budget
your money and time,” she says. Her sons
have reaped the benefits; their mother is
the role model she always wanted to be.
Now, Ammon has big goals.“I would love
to become a DFS volunteer. And I want
to be a supervisor at Downstate Medical
Center.” Ammon gained more than confidence the day she put on that suit and
rejoined the professional arena: she gained
a new outlook and a world of new opportunities. “I would tell any woman to make
the effort and find Dress for Success,” she
says. “She will never be sorry.” C
Merle Goldberg is a writer/producer for film
and television. She has interviewed celebrities such
as Sally Field, Shirley MacLaine, Sidney Poitier
and Julie Christie. In addition, she’s written
several award-winning documentaries and worked
for Steven Spielberg’s Shoah Foundation taking
testimony from hundreds of Holocaust survivors.
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