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At 29, Justin Moffett is AlreAdy chAnging the fAce of reAl estAte developMent in hAMilton county By Brandie BohneyCurrent in Carmel
Like lots of kids, Justin Moffett made a few extra bucks in the summer mowing lawns when he was 15. But unlike most teenagers, Moffett hired and managed employees in his own summer lawn-care business.
Entrepreneurship comes naturally to Moffett. Back then, it was a lawn-care business; now it’s real estate de-velopment. And at the ripe old age of 29, Moffett is prov-ing he has a knack for finding and capitalizing on good opportunities.
Moffett’s business, Uptown Partners LLC, has four projects in various stages of development. Three are in Hamilton County (two in Carmel, one in Westfield) and are intended for multi-family planned-unit developments (PUDs). And while in Hamilton County multi-family PUDs generally refer to three-story condos, that’s not what Moffett and his business partner, John Hefton, have in mind.
“We’ve honed in on what people will be buying in the next 10 years, and that’s a product for the baby-boomers – a main-level living concept,” Moffett said. “They don’t
want to be downsizing into a zero-maintenance product that’s three stories; they want to be downsizing to main-level living.”
Main-level, zero-maintenance living is the minority among multi-family Hamilton County developments. And in Moffett’s opinion, being in the minority is a good thing.
“There is a definite market for (this type of home),” he said. “And if people can sell their existing homes, I think we’re going to have a product that’s far more appealing than any other multi-family product. That’s what we’re banking on.”
And while the combination of quantity and quality is foremost on most PUD developers’ minds, the environ-mental impact is just as important to Moffett. He is firm in his belief that the best way to limit suburban sprawl is to build densely in urban and downtown areas.
“When we put more density in the urban core, we help the environment by reducing commute distances, encour-aging more walking and biking, and hopefully … preserv-ing more suburban and rural green spaces,” he said.
In addition to his Hamilton County developments, Moffett is in the process of acquiring and developing a significant lakeside plot in northeast Indiana’s Steuben County. And he has taken his ‘responsible development’ idea seriously there as well. A number of lakes in the county have been overdeveloped and suffer from crowd-ing, but Moffett refuses to let one of his projects cause such a fate.
“We are intentionally seeing how few homes we can fit on the land,” he said. “It would be easy to fit more than 250, but we’re trying to keep it under 60. And even with 60 homes, we’re trying to cluster them in small sections to allow for larger sections of undisturbed green space.”
That type of development strategy might not put as much money in Moffett’s pockets, but he thinks it’s a sound decision.
“(The land) is gorgeous, with forests and meadows and wetlands,” he said. “It would be a crime to clear it entirely just to (put up) some extra houses.”
MOFFETT’S UPCOMING PROJECTS
The Cottages at Carmel40-unit condominium development
531 S. Guilford Road in CarmelModel opening this spring
The Villas at Timber Ridge140-unit condominium development
161st Street and Oak Ridge Road in WestfieldModel opening spring 2010
Hidden Springs at Hamilton Lake60 or fewer lakefront and lake-access homesHamilton Lake in southern Steuben County
(about 30 minutes north of Fort Wayne)©2008 Kil ARCHITECTURE/PLANNING
Justin Moffett (left) with his business partner, John Hefton
Artist’s rendering of the Cottages at Carmel
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business, “customer de-light” makes companies successful. As taxpay-ers, we should expect the same from our government.
Local officials main-tain an exhaustive list of lofty goals, and in most cases they reach them. It would be a shame for
those achievements to be overshadowed by a lack of attention to everyday business etiquette.
It is our position that our fine city (along with our nation and state) is reel-ing from the impact of the international financial mood. But even as we count the dollars and watch the pennies, we as a commu-nity must continue to grow our infrastructure with prudence. New citizens join our ranks every day, and this could prove to be a period of opportunity for Carmel. Let’s not waste it.
Downsizing businesses are looking for new office space. Can we provide it? Construction companies are hungry for business. Can we re-negotiate contracts? Opportunities are plentiful in every
market. How do we remain competitive? City council member Luci Snyder was
recently panned by the Indianapolis-biased media for urging Carmel leaders
to be on the lookout for community-improvement dollars from the federal government. They claimed Carmel should leave the money for larger urban areas and said trying to recoup a tiny fraction of
what we pay the IRS is somehow self-ish. While we love our neighbors to the south, Snyder was on-target. Carmel should continue to seek innovative ways to move forward in spite of the recession-ary headwind.
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Tuesday – it will either be the first snowflake that spawns a snowball effect of economic reform for our nation, or it stands a snowball’s chance in hell. With Barack Obama (officially) taking the helm in Washington, he’ll either be the hero or the goat in four years, possibly sooner. We’re hoping for the former, and more than you could possibly know. Change was promised, and now it’s time for Obama and his cabinet to walk the talk.
It’s puzzling to us, though, as he begins his run as the 44th president of the United States, that he is creating yet another layer of government – something hinted he wouldn’t do – to manage excess. We can save him time and money this way (and he doesn’t need to thank us): He needs to tell all his department heads to cut every ounce of fat from every corner of govern-ment and not consider any additional spending in the meantime. We believe that is his best chance to begin to re-craft the federal government into the more stream-lined, efficient entity it should be. A load of consolidation can happen if he orders it. A load of pork burning can happen if he sticks to his campaign pledges. We’re
hopeful. You should be, too. • • •
Speaking of streamlining, you have to love Gov. Mitch Daniels’ approach as he attempts to reform the Hoosier economy. In his State of the State address, he said his budget proposal “meets the test of honest balance by spending no more than it takes in.” Imagine. Responsible government! Mitch acknowledged the plan is loaded with tough calls and unwanted choices, but that IS the business we’re all in now. More than anything, we heartily applaud his call to “stop spending taxpayers’ dol-lars on programs that have fulfilled their purpose, or are failing to accomplish their purpose, or were never essential public purposes in the first place.”
It’s interesting how falling value in a stock portfolio and above-the-cost-of-inflation increases in college education make one think about who pays and who gets to choose.
As Hoosier parents (rightly) complain about the silly cost increases associated with our outstanding state-supported institutions (really, it applies to the private ones as well), many of these institutions’ egalitarian egos are being bruised by claims that higher education is becoming, at worst, elitist, and at best, plain irresponsible.
The institutions say many, if not most, students get some form of financial aid to offset the shocking increases. That sounds appealing, but let’s explore it as a practical matter: We go to a grocer to buy a gallon of milk, and he tells us the price is $35. Yikes! How can that be? Only a few years ago, it was $3.50. He says he understands our
concerns, but we should not be alarmed. He asks for our annual income, ethnicity, political views, religious persuasion, mar-ital status and sexual preference. Hmm … that seems like a lot of information.
He says he will “review” our case and decide whether we can afford it without signifi-cant hardship. If not, he will consider lowering the price to $4.
I’d be willing to bet the milk doesn’t cost $4, but I’m sure it’s not $35. The byzan-tine financial aid system is a boondoggle designed to shift decision-making power away from the consumer/taxpayer and give it to universities and other elites. It creates ridicu-lous contortion in the free market, and it has given soci-
ety-building power to unelected officials.
Terry Anker is an associate editor of Current Publishing, LLC. You may e-mail him at [email protected].
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distressed about the flagEditor:
I was deeply dismayed to see the article referencing Scott Diersing and his utter disrespect for our nation’s flag (“Flag Protest Sparks Debate,” Jan. 6). By pub-lishing not only his backward views, but also a photo of him standing proudly next to an upside-down flag, you encouraged his absolute ignorance.
My husband served proudly as an in-fantry soldier in Iraq. It never would have occurred to him or his fellow combatants to signal the type of distress an upside-down flag is supposed to represent. How incredibly insulting to have a suburbanite in Indiana do so because his political views
differ from those of our president-elect. Perhaps Mr. Diersing should recog-
nize the ridiculous irony of his “protest.” Barack Obama hasn’t even set foot in the White House, yet our country is stuck in an endless war and our economy is the worst it has been since the depression. Seems that distress flag might have made more sense two years ago.
I’m hoping the majority of Carmel resi-dents don’t share Mr. Diersing’s beliefs, or I’ll be looking to put my house on the market.
Megan Morseth, Carmel
Editor:Thank you so much for the wonder-
ful story on Doug and Sandy Ehrgott (“Global Heartwarming, Dec. 30). I moved to Carmel two years ago and had the good fortune to meet Doug. He im-mediately introduced me to Gary Frey and put me to work on the CarmelFest trash brigade. In that period of time, Doug taught me more about true Christianity
and the importance of humble servitude than I learned in the previous 48 years of my life. In an age when churches are fix-ated on self-promotion and looking more like corporate conglomerates than houses of worship, Doug is a breath of fresh air. I am proud to call him my friend and brother in Christ.
Dennis Shannon, Carmel
ROUNDABOUT CONFERENCE - Carmel has been selected to host the 2011 Transportation Research Board’s National Roundabout Conference.The city was selected by the 50-member board last week. Seattle, Wash. was also in the running to host the conference.
LIBRARY FOUNDATION BOARD - The Carmel Clay Public Library Foundation has named its board of directors and officers for 2009. Joining the board this year are Henry Blackwell II (retired), Mary Ann Burke (retired), Steve A. Cobb, managing director of CID Capital, and Dr. John Newton, assistant principal of Carmel High School. The foundation is a not-for-profit organization that seeks public and private funds to ensure the long term financial stability of the Carmel Clay Public Library.
OOPS - In Brian Shapiro’s Jan. 13 column, “Another Season, Another Disappointment,” he said, “We need an extra (Colts) player in case one gets a mysterious illness, like Booger McFarland, or gets caught with a bag of pot, like Corey Simon.” Corey Simon left the team in 2007 after suffering a “non-football injury.” Defensive tackle Ed Johnson left the team in 2008 after police in Hamilton County found a bag of marijuana in his possession.
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A few months back, Kent Burns wrote an article that included several suggestions for wives to help their husbands function better. His tips: Keep chips
and beer stocked, make color-coded lists and don’t bombard them with questions during their morning routine. (OK, so weren’t his exact words, but you get the gist.)
He even invited me to re-spond with advice for men. Oh happy day! So here it is, Kent and men of northern-Indianapolis suburbs – a litany of complaints, or rather, a few ideas for keeping your wife out of the loony bin and/or off the “Bachelor.” (Ladies, hopefully I have done justice to this critical topic; please let me know which items I have forgotten.)
1 don’t confuse your wants and needs with ours. We do not want
laser printers for Christmas. We do not need sex every day. We do not think it would be cool to spend our birthdays in Broad Ripple with underage hos and shots of Jägermeister. Though it’s always the thought that counts, if it’s clear you haven’t really thought about us at all, you’ll
miss the boat and need a life jacket when you swim it alone.
2 don’t try to “fix” us or the situ-ation unless we ask. Most of the
time, when women vomit feelings, con-cerns, and random thoughts, it’s simply to help us clear our hearts and heads. Nothing more. Please allow us to do this without tuning us out and going straight to a solution or plans for “making it better.” Allow us to vent, and we will usually get around to figuring it out on our own.
3 don’t tell us we’re being irrational, even if
we are. Women are crazy. We know this. We have hormones and children and husbands who frequently make our lives a veritable hell on earth. Our
decisions and actions are not always rea-sonable. Please do not point this out. Trust me, you’re not helping your case when you do this.
4 don’t leave the seat up. Seriously, why is it so hard for men to do this
one little thing? Imagine stumbling into the bathroom in the dark of night, sitting down to relieve yourself, and having your cheeks splash into cold, possibly contami-
nated, toilet water. So not cool. Just put the seat down after each use and pat your-self on the back for being a gentleman.
5 as much as you want to, try not to come home from work
and skip directly to “your” time. We know you’ve had a hard day at the office. We know you need to decompress. And we know you love us and the kids. But when you walk through the door and im-mediately head for your cave to watch the news or to run on the treadmill or to sit in the soothing quiet, you hurt our feelings. We would be much less evil if you would spend 20 minutes sharing stories about the day, playing with your children, and gen-erally engaging with your family.
Being a man can be tough. Learning to navigate the murky and often treacherous waters of the female being is hard enough. We are fascinating, yet fickle, creatures indeed. But hopefully the above list will help you understand and appreciate our womanly ways, or at the very least, keep you out of the doghouse for another week or two.
Good luck; you’re definitely going to need it. Peace out!
Danielle Wilson is a Carmel resident and con-tributing columnist. You may e-mail her at [email protected].
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Last week, I attended a video pre-sentation titled “Celebrate What’s Right with the World.” The video was part of a seminar designed to helped people deal
with a world that is not quite as secure as it has been in the past.
The movie showcased Dewitt Jones, a 20-year veteran photogra-pher for National Geographic. As I watched the film and absorbed the concepts, I kept thinking about all the volunteers I’ve met over the years and how they ex-hibit many of the same qualities.
“Celebrate What’s Right with the World” teaches seven key principles.
1. Believe it and you’ll see it. The old maxim is “don’t believe it until you see it.” The leaders and volunteers making Carmel great have a vision, and they believe in it before they actually see it. Perception can become our reality – good or bad – if we let it.
2. Recognize abundance. In the eat-or-be-eaten world of scarcity, it is easy to feel that if you’re not first in line, the good stuff will be gone. Nature teaches us there is always more than one good photo, and more than one person can get it.
3. Look for the possibilities. Do we truly believe they are there? Dewitt told a great story: One day, he came to a field full of bright yellow dandelions stretching as far as the eye could see. But he wasn’t in the mood to shoot because the light wasn’t
just right. Things weren’t quite clicking. He decided to return a few days later. As is the norm with dandelions, the full, colorful field had turned into one full of
drab and ugly puffballs. But because Jones kept looking for the pos-sibility, he found a great shot (pictured here).
4. Unleash your energy to fix what’s wrong. By celebrat-ing what’s right, we find the energy to fix what’s wrong. In every situation, look for things that are right. Enhance, improve and enjoy them. The wrong will go away.
5. Ride the changes. Don’t fear change, make it your ally.
Think of change as possibility, not some-thing to fear. Jones says change can’t be con-trolled, so ride it wherever you want to go.
6. Take yourself to the edge. Know yourself. Understand your internal boundaries and work to expand them. Practice going to your edge – not as a limit, but as a possibility.
7. Be your best for the world. Celebrate all of the people among us who recognize what is right with the world.
Jeff Worrell is a local business owner. He recognizes volunteers on “Connecting with Carmel” on cable channel 16. Contact him at [email protected]
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By Margaret SutherlinCurrent in Carmel
The 11th annual Young Performers Showcase – exhibiting local musicians, dancers and vocalists – is scheduled for Feb. 8.
Sponsored by the Carmel Arts Council and Piano Solutions, the competition invites performers from kindergarten through 12th grade to participate in com-petitive or non-competitive divisions, depending on the comfort level and expe-rience of the performer.
“The key to the program’s success is that it is not just for elite players but a chance for kids of all skills to really perform,” said sponsor Greg Durthaler of Piano Solutions.
The showcase, open to the public, will feature dance, vocal and instrumental per-formers on Feb. 8. Pianists will perform Feb. 28. The CAC will also award two $1,500 scholarships to graduating high school seniors interested in pursuing the arts.
Doreen Squire Ficara, executive director of the CAC, said she has high hopes for the competition this year, and she is work-
ing to build the non-competitive divisions.“We really want more applications and
larger participation,” she said. “For piano, we usually get anywhere from 140-170 participants. For the non-competitive (di-visions), we get 30-40.”
The competition’s primary focus, how-ever, remains to help young performers gain on-stage experience.
“The idea is for a community showcase in a friendly environment,” said Theresa Brust, co-chair of the event.
This year’s showcase is dedicated to the Carmel Art Council’s first president, Fran Shoup, who helped develop an apprecia-tion for the arts in Carmel.
“Fran really believed in arts as a part of the fabric of a community,” Durthaler said.
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The Carmel Mayor’s Wellness Challenge announced the start of its third year of promoting and practicing healthy living Jan. 14.
The challenge, a partnership between Clarian North Medical Center and Mayor Jim Brainard, encourages Carmel residents to continue or start living a healthier lifestyle.
“The purpose is really to get people to prioritize their personal health,” said Jon Goble, president and CEO of Clarian North. “Hospitals have a responsibility to help people maintain health, not just to take care of sickness.”
This year, the program is focused on in-dividual health, and Brainard encouraged
residents of all ages to take part in the ten-week program. The Wellness Challenge offers discounts and specials at local busi-nesses and screenings as well as special programming for participants.
“In Carmel, we have a great advantage to create and maintain a healthy lifestyle,” Brainard said.
With $1.6 billion invested in Carmel healthcare – in facilities, trails and pro-grams – Brainard and Goble are optimistic that the program will continue to grow as more area residents take interest in their health.
Registration is free and the program runs from Jan. 17 through March 28. Anyone can join at any time. For more information, visit www.carmelmayorswell-nesschallenge.com.
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CPA SEMINARS – Somerset CPAs has announced its January seminar schedule. The next, titled “Five Deadly Human Resource Sins” is on Jan. 22 from 1-5 p.m. The class, held at the Renaissance Indianapolis North Hotel, 11925 N. Meridian St. in Carmel, is free and open to the public. Speaker Howard Cox will present organizational deadly sins and how to identify, avoid and remediate them. Somerset will also host seminars on Jan. 27 and 28.
CARMEL ALUM NETWORKING – The Carmel Alumni Business Networking group next meets Jan. 21 at Dooley O’Tooles, 160 E. Carmel Dr. The group, which meets every first and third Wednesday, offers shared business contacts to expand your clientele, idea exchanges to enhance sales, and opportunities to unite with fellow classmates. For more information, visit www.carmelalumnibusinessnetwork.com or contact Brian Borshoff at 317-846-1005 or [email protected].
BARGAIN BIN STOCKS - John Neff, a former fund manager at Vanguard’s Windsor fund, beat the S&P 500 by an average of more than three percentage points during his 31-year run with the company. He has been investing his own money since retiring in 1995. Ever a contrarian, he has continued to thrive by going against the crowd. He recommends these four “bargain bin” stocks.
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IRWIN UNION CELEBRATION - Join Irwin Union Bank, 751 City Center Dr., Jan. 22 to meet renowned architect Deborah Berke as she signs copies of her new book. The event is from 5:30-7:30 p.m.
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I recently attended a Pacers game with three friends. By accident or default, I enjoyed the aisle seat for the entire first half. At halftime, like mindless sheep, we fol-
lowed everyone into the con-course. Halftime flies by, and after the chatting, the lines, and finding the restrooms, it was two minutes into the third quarter by the time I returned to my seat.
Being the first to arrive, I slid down two seats. It was like I was watching a whole new game. Moving two seats closer to center court created a whole new perspective, and it made me think about how little things can make a big difference.
Remember what your life was like when you were in school, before your first job? How about before you were married or had kids or whatever other life-changing milestones you’ve endured? There are major points in life when your perspective is totally and permanently altered.
But guess what? Minor points shape your life as well. And these different per-spectives, no matter how subtle, are what
make life interesting. As it relates to your life and
your life’s work – whether it be raising children or running a business – think of your audience’s perspective. Put yourself in their shoes. What are they thinking, and how can you move them two seats for a better view and a different experience?
My Pacers experience re-minded me that a little shift in viewpoint can change your whole point of view. Maybe it’s time to ensure your audience isn’t sitting in the balcony.
(I also discovered the Pacers are a great team to watch.)
David Cain works at MediaSauce, a digital media and online marketing company in Carmel. David welcomes your questions or comments at [email protected].
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MONEY MATTERSHow has the recent economic situation affected your charitable giving over the holidays and in the future?
“We used to foster kittens, but there’s not enough funding now so we don’t.”
Christine Chung Carmel
“Our cash contributions are down, but we are still giving as much as we can in non-cash donations.”
Greg SpringirthCarmel
“Actually, it has caused us to be more cognizant of our giving, because we realize people probably aren’t giving with the economy down.”
Meg WrobelCarmel
It’s a new year, folks. I have a love/hate relationship with January. I hate it be-cause the days are short, the weather is cold, and lots of things “reset.” In my sales days, January was
always the month when all the numbers reset to zero … argh!
At the same time, I love January because the craziness of the holidays is over, spring is around the corner, and the end-less possibilities of the new year are ahead.
Over the past few weeks, I have reflected on 2008. This involves reviewing my goals for the year and determining whether I achieved them. I also asses how well I lived out my “word of the year”
And you, Current readers, are the first in the known universe to hear my “word” for 2009 … intensity. I’m not sure it needs much explanation, but I plan to crank it up in every area of my life in ’09. So if you see me sprinting down Main Street – or eating my lunch really fast at
some restaurant – assume I am taking myself literally.
I have lived by this credo for many years: We are where we are in life because
of the cumulative effect of the choices we have made. If we want to be in a different place, we must make different choices. Chew on that for a while. You’ll find it is quite true. The great news is you get to choose.
I am extremely excited about 2009 for many reasons. I’m ex-cited for me, and I’m excited for you. Set some goals. Pick a word. Take a risk. Commit to be a better version of you this year. It’s all about choices, and you’ll be as good as you choose to be.
Don’t take that decision lightly.
Kent Burns is a Carmel resident, investor and cofounder of CrossConfirm. He is also a pro-fessional speaker and author of What’s Your Why? He can be reached at [email protected].
I am fascinated with analyzing stocks, and I spend most of my time trying to ferret out companies trading with share prices at bargain-basement levels. This is largely because of my
age: I have about three decades before leaving the workforce, assuming the Washington politicians find a sensible way to keep the Social Security Administration afloat without raising the retirement age.
Lately, though, I have been tracking the bond market. This is primarily because the stock market recently fell below levels last seen a decade ago, proving bonds to be a safer and less vol-atile investment. And lately, the credit crisis (brought on by the housing bubble and ensuing economic slowdown) has ac-celerated this flight-to-safety, with risk-free U.S. treasury bonds dipping into negative interest rates, meaning investors are willing to pay up for a safe haven for their cash.
This cash has come from stocks and other types of bonds, including corporate
and high-yielding securities. Bond yields move in the opposite direction of prices, so as prices have gone down, yields have gone up – a good thing for those relying on income to fund their retirement.
One fund that looks interest-ing is the Loomis Sayles Bond Fund (LSBRX), which fell nearly 25 percent last year. The fund is managed by Dan Fuss, who is one of the most respected fixed-income managers, but who has taken an uncharacteristic tumble because of his eclectic style and focus on corporate and junk bonds. This has pushed the fund’s yield to very appealing levels of more than 10 percent, and there is potential for price appreciation as bond markets return to nor-malized levels and the economy begins its recovery.
Ryan Fuhrmann, CFA, is a freelance invest-ment writer/analyst based in Carmel. Feel free to contact him at [email protected] or or visit his website at www.RationalAnalyst.com.
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many buyers, but it could be seen as a drawback to others. The three-car garage and basement make this home very appealing.
Keith Albrecht is a Carmel resident and realtor with RE/MAX Real Estate Groups. Contact him at 317-819-3388 or [email protected].
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Color Me Mine, a new pottery painting studio in Clay Terrace, looks to bring out the artist in everyone. Though the store, which opened Jan. 3, has been open only a few weeks, owners Shilpa and Noel Paul are excited to be part of the Carmel and Westfield community. They promise a great experience for children and grown-ups alike. “We really want to grow the business
with everyone,” Shilpa said. “A lot of people think it is kid-oriented, but really we offer such different products that … we can
cater to adults too.” With hundreds of options for every artist, space avail-able for parties, and a variety of month-ly specials, Color Me Mine provides a new angle on the pottery studio business.
“We are a lot more contemporary than a lot of pottery studios,” Shilpa said. “We have more than 400 (paintable) pieces, a design center, and are really a full-service store focused on customer service.”
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TEN FLU MYTHS - If you’ve ever had the flu, you know how sick you can be. Chances are, some of the advice friends and family gave you about avoiding or dealing with the flu was wrong. There seems to be no short-age of misinformation and bad advice when it comes to the flu. Here are ten myths you can ignore:
1. You can catch the flu from the vaccine.
2. Healthy people don’t need to be vaccinated.
3. Getting the flu vaccine is all you need to protect yourself from the flu.
4. The flu is just a bad cold.5. You can’t spread the flu if you’re feel-
ing well.6. You don’t need to get a flu shot
every year.7. You can catch the flu by going out-
side in cold weather without a coat or with wet hair.
8. Feed a cold, starve a fever.9. Chicken soup will speed your
recovery.10. If you have a high fever that lasts
more than two days, you may need antibiotics.
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YOUNGER-LOOKING SKIN - Exfoliating allows your freshest, most radiant skin to shine through. For most women, exfoli-ating twice a week is enough to ensure silky skin. A clean, nubby washcloth will do the job. Don’t use a sponge – they tend to stay damp and trap dead skin, creating a breeding ground for bacte-ria. Exfoliating gloves – available in fun colors –work well; pull them on and lather up with a moisturizing body wash. (Rinse the gloves well afterward, and let them air-dry.) A scrub solution is another good way to go.
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BEATING AGING ANXIETY - Like it or not, we all get older. Worrying about get-ting wrinkles or becoming a burden to our kids can send us spiraling into de-pression. What good does it do to panic, feel nostalgic for the days of youth or be fearful of future health issues? Instead, do something that challenges you every day. Anxiety naturally ebbs as we con-front our fears and step outside our com-fort zones. Soon, you’ll see that the best way to go is to stop wasting time wor-rying and start enjoying every moment you have with friends and family.
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Tired of the spare tire hovering at your waist? Did you make a New Year’s fitness resolution you probably haven’t kept or begun to approach? Are you ready to
take ownership of your health? Here’s how to get started today:
1 GET RID OF THE EX-CUSES. What’s the point?
There is no perfect time to start an exercise program. New Year’s Day has come and gone. Make today YOUR New Year’s Day. The thing that most often gets in the way of beginning and sticking to an exercise regime can be found between your ears. Once you realize nobody cares about your excuses, you can move forward.
2 START A CARDIOvAS-CULAR PROGRAM. Do
anything, take a step and pace yourself. You can start walking, biking or using the treadmill, among other options. If you begin by strengthening your heart, it will correlate to other areas. When your heart is functioning well, it allows you to do better strength training, because a stronger
heart pushes more oxygen to the muscles.
3 RESISTANCE TRAINING IS WON-DERFUL. Pilates, core training,
personal training, boot camps, yoga ... whatever you call it. Any of these, done
correctly, can be very helpful. Do you ever wonder why your posture is so poor, or why your shoulders slouch? You can’t touch your toes? Is it tough just to get into and out of your car seat or sofa? Honestly, it is a good idea to hire a professional fitness trainer to teach you these concepts, but if that’s not in your budget, hit the bookstore to find something to get you started.
4 A HEALTHY DIET IS A MUST. Granted, this is a
whole subject in itself, but just try your best to make it easy.
Drink lots of water, eat smaller meals, reduce carbohydrate intake and take in more protein without lots of fat.
John Karesh is a certified personal trainer and the owner of Paradise Personal Training in Carmel. E-mail him at [email protected].
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The beginning of a new year tends to be a time when people try to make changes in their lives. Whether it’s with finances, weight, health or relationships,
lasting behavior change can be difficult to achieve and maintain. Some common barriers keep us from reaching our goals. One is falling into the trap of “all or nothing” thinking.
When we first decide to improve something, it can be tempting to drastically change the way we do everything. For those first few hours, days or weeks, it’s easy to be “perfect.” But there usually comes a time when we slip just a little.
An example: Say I decide to eat more healthfully in 2009. The first week goes very well – I increase my intake of fruits, vegetables and whole grains, and cut out lots of junk food and extra fats. But then Friday rolls around, and I can’t avoid eating a donut at a morning meeting. At this point, I have
two options. I can choose to get back on track at lunch, or I can believe I already messed up and “might as well” go ahead and have whatever I want for the rest of the day, weekend, etc.
For some, slipping is unac-ceptable. Instead of getting back on track, they find themselves feeling like failures. They be-lieve they either have to change everything perfectly or change nothing.
This year, try finding a middle ground. No one is perfect. Instead of striving for perfection, try to make some progress. If you slip, get back on track at the earliest opportunity. We don’t have to fall into the trap of “all or nothing” thinking.
Remember, making some change is better than none.
Eve Olson, M.D., is the owner and founder of the Olson Center for Wellness. For more infor-mation, please e-mail [email protected], or call 705.1400.
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Healthy vision is one of our most trea-sured senses. But many of us take it for granted until it begins to fail. A number of foods promote good eye health. Eat foods rich in essential carotenes (in par-ticular, lutein and lycopene), flavonoids, glutathione and other nutrients found in natural foods. Among other things, these nutrients support flexible lenses and retinal health. Some examples:
EggsFresh fruitsDark red and green vegetablesBerries and nutsSeafood
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We have 2,000 taste buds, but they only register five sensations. Our sense of smell fills in the subtle flavors that let us relish food. You can fine-tune your taste buds. Give your jaded palate a fresh start with this week-long, four-step detox plan. When the week is over, you just might savor the simple tastes so much that you won’t go back to supersaturated flavor.
DON’T SWAMP YOUR TONGUE. Cut down on foods that are overwhelmingly salty or sugary.
KEEP IT FRESH. Toss refined and processed foods in favor of natural, healthy whole foods.
KEEP IT SIMPLE. Stick to fresh, seasonal, homegrown produce where you can.
KEEP IT CLEAN. Cut out tea, coffee, alcohol and carbonated drinks, and ease up on the spices so you can develop a palate that appreciates a wider range of delicate flavors.
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Pink should no longer be viewed as a color of your childhood. No matter your skin tone, eye color or hair color, there is a shade of pink out there that is right for you. From shadows to blush-ers, nail polish to lip gloss, pink is a great way to freshen your look this season.
Makeup lines, such as Jane Iredale (found at Salon 01) have a variety of
eye shadows, blushes and lip glosses
to choose from in this season’s hot color. For a bolder look, you may gravitate towards a bright berry gloss or lipstick. If seeking something softer, use a touch of smoky pink eye shadow.
It is important to understand what shades are right for you. The makeup artists at Salon 01 can help you customize your look, and pick a color palette, perfect for you. They are currently scheduling spring makeup lessons. Call today to book your ap-pointment. (317) 580-0101.
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Let’s face it, we’re all busy with work, kids, school, hobbies and many other things. In all the busyness, sometimes we forget to spend a little time on ourselves. There are many ways that we can make a change to our whole look and spend little time doing so.
An unkempt, relaxed and natural look is something that we will be seeing a lot in 2009 on the cover of magazines, and on TV shows, such as The City on MTV.
Whether your hair is long or cut into a bob, this unkempt style can easily work for a day at the office or even to a nice dinner with friends.
Bangs have been in style for months, and keeping up with them can be time consuming. Bangs don’t always have to be perfectly straight down or slicked to the side, they can be messy giving the style a relaxed look. In short, don’t be afraid to “relax” your routine occasionally. It will help “mix-up” our look.
When trying to decided which
hairstyle fits you best, there are a number of factors that you should consider, but none perhaps as important as the amount of time you have available to get yourself ready. When pressed for time, try an abbreviated routine using this “relaxed” approach.
Salon 01 stylists are trained to give you the easy look you’re wishing for and teach you how to maintain this look with easy techniques and top of the line products. Call us at 317-580-0101 to book your appointment.
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The skin under your eyes is thin and fairly translucent, and blood vessels in this area can show through. A bluish, dark cast can make it look like you haven’t slept in weeks. Com-pounding this problem, as we age the muscles around our eyes begin to sag.
To help minimize the appearance of these circles, keep a few of these tricks in mind.1. Cover your eyes with chilled
black tea bags. The cool water and
caffeine constricts these promi-nent blood vessels.
2. Try using sheer concealing cream. Under-eye concealers, such as Jane Iredale’s Circle Delete (found at Salon 01), help minimize the ap-pearance of shadows.
3. Stay hydrated. Drinking plenty of water aids in plumping the under-eye skin and prevents sagging. For further makeup tips and
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have a stand mixer, you’ve surely been
hit with the puff of dry goods they sometimes create. Next time you use
the mixer, drape a dish towel over it before adding
the dry ingredients to keep the cloud of flour (or powdered sugar) that kicks up from landing on your counter and you.
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GOOD WINE ON A SHOESTRING - Good wine can be found at nearly any price point. If you’re looking to pay a little for a lot of taste, try one of the following California wines:2003 Coastal Ridge
Cabernet, $72005 Forest Glen Merlot, $112005 Bonny Doon vineyard Syrah, $102006 Red Truck Petite Syrah, $10 2006 Fat Cat Chardonnay, $10-QRW The Wine Magazine
CLEAR THE PATH - If your carpet has a gray, matted trail from your couch to your kitchen – or any other well-worn route – yep, you have a traffic aisle. Since winter is far from over, save the heavy cleaning (with a rental machine or by a professional) for spring. Instead, hit the dingy path with a powdered carpet cleaner. Sprinkle on the powder and work it in with the included brush. Let it sit for about 30 minutes. Then vacuum. In GHRI tests, dirty rugs were noticeably brighter.
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KEEPING POINSETTIAS - If you haven’t tossed your poinsettia from the holidays, don’t. Treat it as any houseplant, but don’t overwater it or subject it to too much sunlight. To encourage it to bloom, make sure the plant has at least 12 hours of darkness, with nighttime temperatures between 60 and 68 degrees Fahrenheit. Keep the plant under these conditions until buds develop and the bracts (petals) begin to color. When they bloom, take the plant to a sunny, draft-free room. The bracts will color up within six to 10 weeks and may continue to bloom for several months.
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By Barbara E. CohenCurrent In Westfield
The Hamilton County Artists’ Association has hired Joyce L. Ribble as its first executive director. With extensive experience in arts and not-for-profit orga-nizations, Ribble hopes to help the HCAA expand its services and explore new chal-lenges for local artists.
“Joyce’s background in arts administra-tion and community arts programming strengthens our capacity to support the visual arts throughout Hamilton County,” said HCAA President Julie Houck.
In particular, the organization’s board of directors hopes to create exciting new op-portunities for the practice, appreciation and enjoyment of local visual arts.
The group’s first executive director enters the part-time job with a master’s degree in community planning and nonprofit organizations from Indiana University. She has served as the assistant director for grants and programs at the Indiana Arts Commission and as the executive director of Arts Alliance Indiana.
After only two weeks on the job, Ribble is already beginning to shepherd HCAA to a new level of community engagement. She has three immediate goals: (1) to strengthen the HCAA’s current practices, including classes, the art gallery and artists’ activities; (2) to raise the organization’s vis-
ibility in the community; and (3) to raise money to expand programs and services.
As the only paid staffer, Ribble’s job is to provide professional advice to the HCAA’s board of directors – drawing on both aca-demic and job experience – and to imple-ment the board’s policy decisions.
HCAA is a non-profit community or-ganization – definitely “not just an artist’s
club,” as Ribble puts it – and it looks to serve more artists and county residents.
“The public will see a greater effort to reach out to the residents of Hamilton County,” Ribble said. “HCAA wants to stimulate creativity in everyday life, in-crease public awareness of the arts and es-tablish programs that further community arts education.”
One project in discussion is a non-juried show of works by avocational artists. Another key initiative involves forging partnerships with other local arts orga-nizations, community organizations and schools.
An important part of Ribble’s job is to reassure the public that the HCAA will protect its financial investment in the arts.
“We want donors to trust that their in-vestment in the organization will be taken care of properly,” she said.
Though she is new to the job, Ribble is wasting no time getting down to busi-ness. Watch in these pages for evidence of the group’s increasing public presence in the months ahead – such as the Hamilton County Plein Air Paint Out, scheduled for the first weekend in June.
Barbara E. Cohen covers the arts for the Current community newspapers. Please send comments or story ideas to [email protected].
What: “Healing Art: The Amazing Story of the Wishard Hospital Murals” (lecture)When: Jan. 22, 5 p.m.Where: Indianapolis Museum of Art, 4000 Michigan Rd. in IndianapolisCost: FreeDetails: In 1914, Wishard Memorial Hospital invited top Hoosier artists to paint murals in the hospital’s new wing. IMA curator Harriet Warkel and conservators Linda Witkowski and Christina Milton O’Connell will discuss the idealistic intentions for the murals. They will also discuss the murals’ rescue and restoration by the IMA conservation department. The restored murals are on display at the IMA through March 29.Info: 317-920-2660, www.imamuseum.org
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I love visiting the Arts & Design District. I am proud to live in a city with an “if you build it they will come” mentality. What was once just a little town is now a quaint,
family-oriented, yet sophisti-cated, shopping and culture community.
Could your personality, ap-pearance and attitude use an “if you improve it, you will be more attractive” makeover? Here are some tips for improv-ing your mentality:
1. BE POSITIvE. No guy wants to spend yesterday’s pay-check on your date only to hear you constantly complain about the poor service.
2. SEEK POTENTIAL, NOT PERFECTION. Before you judge him on every little move, be sure to look at yourself and name your own poorest qualities. He’s overlooking those crow’s feet. Can you overlook his flannel shirt … just this once?
3. PRAISE, RATHER THAN CRITI-CIzE, HIM IN PUBLIC. There’s nothing like a gal who speaks negatively about her man to others. Even worse? Couples who bicker in front of their friends. Don’t be an instigator. And if he is, extinguish those flames with class and come back with
kindness. 4. FOR PETE’S SAKE, FIX YOUR-
SELF UP! Sweats are comfortable, and even cute. But why not mix it up on occa-sion by dressing up and slapping on a little
makeup? 5. SILENTLY SUPPORT
HIM. Don’t poke fun at his paycheck. Trust him (to be faithful, to do what he says he’ll do, to get you to dinner on time). Support his dreams, and don’t put down his ideas (no matter how scary it is that he thinks the newest and great-est invention will be a life-sized boat for your bathtub).
6. HAvE FUN! After all, men used to be boys, and they probably miss the good ol’ days of wrestling and shooting bee-bee guns. Be a friend to him.
Lighten up and have fun! I think we all could use a little improve-
ment, don’t you? I know I could. Guys: Feel free to e-mail me with tips for how we gals can improve our mentalities and be better dates and girlfriends. Happy dating to you!
Rachael Noble is a single Carmel resident and contributing columnist. She can be reached at [email protected].
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Locally owned and operated, 106th Street Grill is open for lunch and dinner. Along with daily lunch specials, the restaurant features a full bar – separated from the dining area – with nightly drink specials. It also offers kid and family-friendly activities, including a magician from 6-8 p.m. on Mondays. Kids eat for only $1.99 from 5-8 p.m. HD flat-screen televisions with the Big Ten Network are on hand at 106th Street Grill. Dine-in or carry-out is available.
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Where she likes to eat? Tilly’s Pub
What she likes to eat there? Chicken quesadillas
What she likes about Tilly’s Pub. It’s a fun and quaint environment. It’s laid back and everyone is friendly.
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Scientists are baffled by the recent decline in oak-tree acorn produc-tion. Numerous sources – from Nova Scotia to Kansas and south to Georgia – have reported a
complete lack of acorns in major forests. Even places like Arlington National Cemetery, known for its oak trees, have reported the phenomenon
The oak tree is native to all continents except Australia. Naturally domineering, there are hundreds of varieties. Not all bare nuts are suitable for human consumption, but most are fit for animal feed.
A typical oak tree grows for 20 years before produc-ing acorns. Once they begin budding, most acorns take 12 to 24 months before ripening to the point of consumption. Acorns are high in protein, car-bohydrates and fat along with niacin and some base minerals.
You may be wondering, ‘Why all the fuss about acorns?’ But though they are not a staple in the modern diet (except in Native American and Korean cuisines), they make up 25-50 percent of many ani-mals’ diets, and these animals support the natural food chain. This means humans are easily affected.
Throughout history, acorns appear not only in cuisines, but as cultural symbols of life, shelter from storms and evil, and the fruitfulness of the land. And they are still a part of holiday nut mixes in homes across the country, though most aren’t aware of their symbolic meaning.
Native Americans valued acorns so highly that they would deliberately start
fires to kill moth and weevil larvae, fertilize the soil, and make finding and collecting acorns easier. This was the first sophisti-cated natural resource management tech-nique. Recently, these indigenous peoples have proven themselves more sophisticated
than the modern-day scientist. Scientists have begun adopting their practices to slow wildfires.
There aren’t many great acorn recipes. Most are older Native American recipes for flat or whole-grain bread. When using acorns, the general consensus is to roast and grind them into flour or meal and use them as a grain additive.
The recipe I chose is for a simple apache corn cake I made once at the downtown Marriott Hotel.
1 cup acorn meal ground fine1 cup corn meal1/3 cup lavender honey
Salt and pepper to tasteWarm water to make pasteLard or Crisco shorteningMix the ingredients, except the water and
lard. Begin adding only enough warm water to help it become a moist, but not a sticky dough. Divide into golf-ball sized balls and let rest 15 minutes. With moistened hands, pat the balls down to a tortilla shape and thickness. Preheat a cast-iron skillet, and add enough lard or Crisco to the bottom to lightly coat. Add the tortilla, and cook on both sides on medium-high heat until spotted brown similar to a tortilla. Serve while warm.
Chef Michael R. Vlasich, CEC, AAC, is a Carmel resi-dent and the executive chef at the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown. You may e-mail him at [email protected]
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‘Peter Pan’ at Carmel HighCarmel High School’s performing arts department has announced the cast for its upcoming production of “Peter Pan.” Tickets, priced at $7 and $10, are on sale in the high school bookstore, open on school days from 7:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Tickets also may be ordered on line at
http://ccs.tix.com. To become a patron, which includes two tickets and a listing in the program for $30, contact drama director Maggie Cassidy at 317-846-7721, ext. 7477 or [email protected]. in.us. The play will open in the high school’s Dale E. Graham Auditorium Feb. 5 at 7:30 p.m. Other productions are scheduled for Feb. 6 at 7:30 p.m., Feb. 7 at 2 and 7:30 p.m. and Feb. 8 at 2 p.m
Phoenix Theatre Produces “Love Person” - The Phoenix Theatre of Indianapolis will produce the rolling world premiere of Aditi Brennan Kapil’s Pulitzer Prizenominated “Love Person” through Jan. 31 in its Frank & Katrina Basile Theatre. ”Love Person” explores how the format of communication shapes understanding. The play is per-formed in American Sign Language, Sanskrit, spoken English, and projected e-mail. For more information, call 635-2381 or visit www.phoenixtheatre.org.
Live MusicThe following musical acts will be play-ing live at Mickey’s Irish Pub, 13644 N. Meridian, Carmel. For more information, call 317-573-9746:Jan. 23: Endless Summer BandJan. 24: Toy FactoryJan. 30: Peace Train & the Flower Power Brass
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Registration has begun for the annual Carmel Clay Schools elementary cheer clinic, scheduled for Jan. 23 from 4-6:30 p.m. at Carmel High School. Participants will perform that evening between the CHS junior varsity and varsity boys’ bas-ketball games. Registration forms are available at carmelhighschool.net/chs/cheer_clinic.pdf. The cost is $30. For more information, call Vickie Walsh, varsity cheer coach, at 317-846-7331, ext. 6421 or e-mail her at [email protected].
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TEACHER OF THE YEAR - Nominations will be accepted through March 2 for the 2009 Carmel Clay “teacher of the year.” To nominate an individual, e-mail Jeff Swensson at [email protected]. Include the teacher’s name, teaching assignment and school and a brief expla-nation (no more than 200 words) of why you think that teacher should win. The Carmel Clay “teacher of the year” will be the district’s nominee for 2010 Indiana “teacher of the year.”
SUMMER SCHOOL - Registration forms for Carmel High School summer school are available in the high school coun-seling center. The first session will start June 1 and end June 26. The first day of second session is June 29, with the session ending July 24. Course offerings are subject to student enrollment and budget considerations. For more infor-mation, call the high school counseling center at 317-571-5922.
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Perception is the process of using the senses to acquire informa-tion about a situation or the surrounding environment. When making par-
enting decisions, what we think and how the situation makes us feel becomes our perception and shapes our opinions.
Several years ago, a study measured the perception of teachers given indicators of the types of students they would be teaching. One teacher was told she had an accelerated class (when in fact they were remedial students), and another was told he had a remedial class (when in fact they were accelerated).
Both teachers prepared their curriculum accordingly. The teacher with the “accelerated” class raised his standard of teaching, and the teacher with the “remedial” class lowered hers. After three months of classroom work, testing showed that the actual remedial students had
improved their learning skills. The actual accelerated students were not challenged to capacity.
Are our children behaving based on our perceptions? Do we look at our children, see them acting ir-responsibly, and perceive them to be irresponsible? (If yes, our perception is an unfair assess-ment). Or do we see them as responsible and perceive them performing responsibly at ev-erything they do?
Either way, our perception is limiting their performance. Keep an open mind in un-derstanding your children’s abilities. They usually take us in directions we might never have perceived.
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Last week, I smeared a reader who criticized my column in an unspecific and ungrammatical way. It turns out that reader is quite a nice guy; he just reacted too quickly to a concern. I turned his response into a column about effec-tive criticisms, but it wasn’t very kind. Sorry, dude. This week, I’d like to share some answers to the type of reader e-mails I usually receive.
Mrs. O’Malley and her students wrote about my use of personally with the pronoun I. The phrase I personally cropped up on Oxford University’s list of annoying phrases too many people habitually use, and Mrs. O’Malley and her students wondered if my use of personally, I was any different. Truth is, while neither is incorrect, both are redundant. My use of personally was as an intensifier to demonstrate that the preference I was explaining was mine and not necessarily that of other grammar gurus. It was still redundant, however. My apologies.
Another reader wrote to ask about the use of plan on versus plan to. Specifically, she wanted to know if a sentence such as, “I plan on running tomorrow,” was correct or if it should be, “I plan to run tomorrow.” Both sentences are grammatically correct. In the first sentence, running is the object of the preposition on. Gerunds such as running are acceptable objects of prepositions, so the sentence is fine as written. The second sentence is also correct, as the infini-tive to run functions as the direct object of plan, which is a common use of an infinitive as a noun. Good question.
On a related note, my final reader response is from Melissa, who wondered whether it is acceptable to say, “The
lawn needs cut,” as opposed to, “The lawn needs to be cut.” The answer is no. Cut is a past-tense verb that cannot be used as a noun, so it cannot function as the direct object of needs. The second example is correct. Another option is, “The lawn needs cutting,” because infinitives (and their re-sulting phrases) and gerunds can function as nouns.
I also get quite a bit of mail from readers who have pet peeves they’d like to discuss with me. Here are a few of my favorites:
The confusion of sit and set aggravates another reader, Conrad. For the record, sit never takes an object; it’s what you do when you park your rear end in a chair. Set always takes an object; you perform this operation on something else, as in, “I set the papers on your desk.” Set is neither the past tense of nor a substitute for sit.
Janet is bothered by folks who don’t use the correct forms of the verbs to see and to do. Her example is this atrocious blunder: “We seen what they done.” I’m with you, Janet. I used to teach in a school where this construction was a plague; even a couple of teachers used those misconstruc-tions. Janet also wonders why news reporters always seem to interview people prone to using such constructions. I can’t help with that question, though I often ponder it myself.
Thanks, readers, and keep those questions and comments coming.
Brandie Bohney is a grammar enthusiast and former English teacher who developed a mastery-learning system of teaching grammar to high school seniors. If you have a grammar-related question, please email her at [email protected].
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MATH HERO - For the third consecutive year, a Carmel Clay math teacher has been named a Math Hero Award winner by MathMovesU. Angela Moreman, math teacher and department chairperson at Creekside Middle School, is the dis-trict’s latest recipient. Moreman is one of 32 national winners, with only three instructors from Indiana being honored. She will receive a $2,500 grant from the Raytheon Corporation, which sponsors the program. Creekside Middle School will receive a $2,500 grant for math instruction.
CHS PLANETARIUM SHOW - Pluto has been kicked out of the solar system as a planet, and those attending the Jan. 24 planetarium show at Carmel High School will find out why. The first show will begin at 7 p.m., and it will repeat one hour later. CHS astronomy students Meera Chandra and Zach Conrad, along with their teacher, Keith Turner, have designed a 45-minute show in the high school planetarium that features Pluto. Tickets, priced at $4 for adults and $2 for children and seniors, are on sale at the high school bookstore.
BirThsSt. Vincent CarmelJan. 2Girls- Habegger, Luke and Bridget; Kipp, Trevor and AlyssaJan. 3Boys- Huizar, Joel and KelleyJan. 5Boys- Worth, Kevin and Sarah; McKay, KatherineJan. 6Boys- Blastick, Thomas and LaraGirls- Shute, Larry and Erica Jan. 7Girls- Toyoda, Yuji and Mayumi; Martin, Austin and Mortenson, Gina; Sanchez, Rafael and Marisol Jan. 8Girls- Kilim, Gopalakrishna and Jeeri, Kalpana; Ray, David and Holly
oBiTuariesAnnabelle Faust, 83, of Carmel, passed away Dec. 24. She was born May 24, 1925 in Pittsburgh, Pa. to the late Joseph and Isabelle Baumann Seubert. The past few years, she lived in Summertrace, however, she and her family moved to Carmel in
1959. Anne was a member of St Christopher’s Episcopal Church, where she had served as president of the Altar Guild. She worked for Reasoner’s Drug Store for a number of years and enjoyed managing the Hallmark section of the store. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Joseph Seubert. Survivors include her daughter; Cyndi (Joe) Lowe; son, Tony Faust; granddaughter, Stephanie Lowe and her sister, Joanne Landon.
police runsJan. 121:01:42 a.m., investigation, 538 Emerson Rd.1:32:20 a.m., investigation, 969 N. Rangeline Rd.1:39:47 a.m., alarm burglar, 14490 Clay Terrace Blvd.1:40:10 a.m., suspicious activity, 10481 Lakeshore Dr. East3:54:06 a.m., burglary, 10443 Bellefontaine St.7:39:47 a.m., transport, East 116th Street/Keystone Avenue North
7:46:38 a.m., investigation, 3 Civic Square8:39:56 a.m., theft, 11460 N. Meridian St.8:48:28 a.m., juvenile complaint, 510 Burnett
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Left: Snow sculpture of Abraham Lincoln in front of the former Graves house, just west of the Carmel Monon Depot (now the Carmel Clay Historical Society).Right: The same house today. It sits at 245 1st St. SW.
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It seems Britain’s beloved red squir-rel – the cute one with the little tufts on his ears – is being crowded out by his American cousin, the gray squir-rel. The gray squirrel was introduced
to the U.K. some years ago in what apparently seemed like a good idea at the time.
The grays have thrived, to say the least, and have run roughshod over the poor little tuft-eared reds, taking over their territory, eating their food and spreading the deadly (to red squirrels) squirrel pox. Grays are considered vermin in England.
This might make the new campaign to fix the problem a difficult sell. The gist of the operation?
Eat more squirrel. That’s right. In England, right now,
there is an “eat more squirrel” promotion going on.
I can already see some of you making faces. Tsk tsk. I, for one, happen to love squirrel. Not that I eat it very often, you understand. I have a backyard full of the things and a fine little .22 Remington squirrel gun, but something tells me the moment I pop a couple for dinner, I’ll
have the cops all over me.Most of my squirrel-eating was done
when I was a kid. But those were good, healthy country squirrels. I’m not sure I’d eat a city squirrel even if I could shoot
one. God knows what they’ve been putting into their mouths. I’ve seen what their rat cousins eat.
Nice country squirrels – with their wholesome diets of acorns and hickory nuts – are another story entirely. Which gets us back to England, in a way.
They’ve done squirrel tastings over there, with gourmands saying the flavor varies region to region. How silly. And it just goes to show how squirrelly things are getting over there.
Everybody knows it tastes like ... well, squirrel. You thought I was going to say chicken, right? Don’t be absurd.
That’s rabbit
Mike Redmond is an author, journalist, humorist and speaker. Write him at [email protected] or P.O. Box 44385, Indianapolis, IN 46244. For information on speaking fees and availability, visit www.spot-lightwww.com.
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The next edition of my book, “Indiana Curiosities,” is still a year away, but each month or so I’ll provide a sneak preview of the unique people, places and things I
continue to uncover in the Hoosier state. Here’s a guy from Pendleton, Ind. you won’t forget. I hope some day you can see him in action like I did.
When Steve Doudt makes his way down the bas-ketball court, the crowd watches every move. But he hasn’t made a three-point-er in ages … or even a layup. In fact, he hasn’t scored a point in six years.
Steve Doudt is the referee. And he’s in a wheelchair.
After a car accident in 1991 – when he was 23 – both of his legs had to be ampu-tated. Steve refused to let the circumstanc-es affect his love for sports.
Steve says wheelchair basketball is one option for people hoping to become physi-cally active again, so he decided to com-pete on the Pacers wheelchair team. But while he applauds all disabled sports pro-grams, he says he tired of the competition and wanted to find a unique way to apply his skills and passion for the game.
After passing the test to become an ac-credited referee, he armed himself with a license to officiate high school games. But he knew that to be successful on the court, he would have to temper his enthusiasm, which meant self-restricting his work to middle school and junior varsity girls’ teams. Nevertheless, he was, and remains, the only sanctioned high school basketball referee in a wheelchair in Indiana, and possibly the country.
When Steve appears on the court, fans who have never seen him in action are fascinated. The crowd fixates on him more than the players, but that attention fades when they realize Steve can easily keep up with the pace of the game.
The toughest part of the job, Steve says, is the rapid transition after a turnover or score, because he can’t make lateral movements as quickly as an able-bodied ref. Again, this is why he doesn’t do boys’ games. He admits the work would be out of his league.
Steve is also one of the few disabled referees in the National Wheelchair Basketball Association, where officials are mostly able-bodied.
“I want the players to look at me and say, ‘Hey, he’s one of us,’” he said. “And I think that happens every time I roll down the court.”
A paralympian in sitting volleyball, Steve is aware of his dual – and sometimes conflicting – role. He wants to be an inspi-ration to other wheelchair-bound young people, but he would prefer not to over-shadow the student athletes.
“I want kids to know that a disability is not the end of the world, but I also don’t
want to shift the game-day attention to me,” he said. “It’s a tough balancing act, even for a guy whose pricey wheelchair is equipped with anti-tip technology.”
Steve has seldom encountered any real discrimination as a wheelchair referee – only occasional skepticism, which quickly dissipates. But like all refs, he gets razzed
by the crowd on occasion. “I get booed as much as the next guy,”
he said. “Not because I’m in a wheelchair, but because I’m in the hot seat.”
Dick Wolfsie is an author, columnist, and speaker. Contact him at [email protected].
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As always, creative solutions and edgy new products are everywhere. We love the infa-red sizzle zone on stainless steel grills, complete with back-lighting, glowing control handles and recessed ice buckets. They will make grill kitchens even more rocked-out than previously imagined!
We can’t wait to plant a few updated hydrangeas and in-stall newly textured
tile and acid-wash concrete patios – all with the intent of helping families connect deeper and create more memories than ever before.
But perhaps the most prevailing and refreshing trend we are witnessing is that of gratitude.
In times like these, we tend to appreci-ate our families, relationships, jobs and homes more than ever. The simple things have always been the ones we treasure – we just need to be reminded occasion-
ally. Gov. Mitch Daniels said it best in his recent address: “But we must believe, and resolve to see, that these present troubles are but a frost in April, a brief chill before the full flowering of the greener Indiana to come.” What an awesome vision.
Jay O’Neil, a prominent realtor at the Sycamore Group, announced recently that this is a great time to buy a home. The values are incredible, and the interest rates are just as alluring. Likewise, falling con-struction material costs – down more than 11 percent from last year – coupled with softer schedules and an ample talent pool, are allowing landscape and remodeling firms to be their most competitive in years.
Contrary to the “doom and gloom” tsu-nami on CNN, the sky is not falling. We are still spending money on the things impor-tant to us. Carmel residents are still going out to dinner, heading to the movies, buying furniture and celebrating birthdays and anni-versaries. Perhaps just with a budget in mind, which is probably a good thing anyway.
We are reminded of the still-practiced art of “cocooning” and the simple plea-sures in life that surround us and fill us with … gratitude.
Randy Sorrell is president of SURROUNDINGS by NatureWorks+, a Carmel landscape and home improvement company. He may be reached at 317.679.2565, [email protected] or www.choosesurroundings.com.
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CAR SALES SITE UP, REvvING - FlyHoopty.com has announced the release of its first Web site, aimed at customers, including retailers, who wish to buy or list used vehicles priced $15,000 or less. The Columbus, Ohio, company saw an opening in the marketplace for a comprehensive national site where visitors can find or list lesser-priced vehicles. “It’s car-shopping and car-buying the way it should be. It’s easy, quick, convenient, secure and ultra-affordable,” a FlyHoopty.com spokesman said.
DUAL-SCREEN LAPTOP - Lenovo has finally (officially) launched the world’s first dual-screen laptop, the ThinkPad W700ds. The limelight is obviously on the two screens – the main display being 17 inches, with a second 10-inch slide-out screen. And no, the second screen doesn’t weigh down on the laptop – just expect the computer to be a half-inch thicker than its predecessor, the W700. The spring-loaded secondary display is housed within a “pocket door” configuration and can be angled up to 30 degrees. Laptops are available at www.lenovo.com starting at $3069.
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REAL-TIME GPS - TomTom announced its new connected GPS with social network capability, the GO 740 LIVE. This two-way communication GPS offers one year of free access to real time traffic updated every three minutes, local search powered by Google, and an internal social network that allows users to share and chat with other GO 740 LIVE owners. The unit will be available in the United States in the second quarter of 2009 for $499.
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This question underscores the often mistaken mindset of many computer users: “If I have security software in place, I shouldn’t get any infections.”
Nothing could be further from reality.
Antivirus/anti-spyware programs, as well as firewalls, won’t help if you click on links that generate malicious code or download and run question-able files.
User interactions can easily override installed protection. And in some cases, they can actually disable your pro-
tection programs, but make it look like they’re still running.
The antivirus scams actually started last year as “Antivirus 2008,” and they were so successful that they have lived in various incarnations, including “Antivirus 2009.” The clever author of these malware programs discovered a sneaky way to fool people into installing malicious software and even extort money by posing as a le-gitimate program.
This approach has been so successful
because it mimics Windows’ warn-ing screens and legitimate antivirus programs. Virtually every legitimate antivirus company has a product called “Antivirus 2009,” further confusing the uneducated.
The most common places to come in contact with these infec-tions are maliciously coded Web sites, e-mail messages that trick people into clicking malicious links, and Web sites that claim you need to download software to receive a video or file. These are often spread through social networking sites like MySpace and Facebook, as well as all the instant messaging systems.
At this point, you should consider any popup or error message that refers to Antivirus 2008 or 2009 (including System Antivirus, Ultimate Antivirus, Vista Antivirus, Pro Antivirus and XP Antivirus) extremely suspicious. If any reference to a virus comes from a product you haven’t installed for protection, consider it a fake. (Windows won’t alert you of virus infection.)
Further, any Web site that claims you need to download a video program or “codec” to view a video should be consid-ered a threat.
Getting rid of malicious code, once it has entered your system, can be very in-volved, and it is different for different in-fections. If you are a novice, don’t attempt this without help. Consult a tech-savvy friend or a professional, because removing the infection properly (so you don’t re-infect) is not easy.
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TAILGATING WITH FIDO - Are you ready for some football? Get in the Super Bowl spirit with man’s best friend. Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation is hosting a TAILgate party Jan. 31 from noon until 3 p.m. at Central Park. There will be games, prizes and other fun Super Bowl activities, such as football trivia and team-spirit judging. Snacks will be provided. No alcohol is allowed. All dogs must remain on a leash at all times. Pre-registration is required; cost is $5 per dog.
MICROCHIPPING YOUR PET - The Humane Society of Hamilton County and ACE Hardware in Noblesville (130 Logan St.) are teaming up Jan. 24 from 1-5 p.m. for a pet adoption and free microchipping event. The first 50 pets (limit two per household) will receive free microchips. Additional pets will cost $30 each. Pets will also be available for adoption, and there will be a prize drawing for a $100 gift certificate from ACE Hardware.
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If you angelfish seems a bit sluggish, your gouramis a bit listless, your red Serpae Tetras pale, you should probably be exam-ining their eats.
The best food regimen for aquarium fish is one closest to their natural diet. That means fish hobbyists should offer a menu to their finned pets that includes a variety of foods.
In the wild, fish spend the day foraging for something nour-ishing to nibble on. It keeps them busy. In home aquariums, fish can become lazy or dependant on their owners, who often overfeed them. Because of this, behaviors change. Some aquarium fish float motionless all day. Others become more aggressive toward tank mates.
Aquarium fish fed only a dry staple flake diet can also encounter health problems, and most lose the colors so vibrantly dis-
played in natural waters. Offering a mix of live foods and a variety
of dry, frozen, and freeze-dried fish foods can improve your wet pet’s disposition and health. Foods to consider:
• Brine shrimp: This crustacean is the live favorite among aquarium hobbyists. Live brine shrimp exist in salt lakes worldwide. Their eggs are easily hatched at home in saltwater kept at 77 de-grees Fahrenheit and aerated with a common air stone. Once the eggs
hatch, the baby brine shrimp need only to be rinsed with tap water before offering them to your fish.
• Blood worms: Because of their bright red coloring, fly larvae are commonly called blood worms. A damp, cool, aerat-ed container will keep this live food fresh.
• Daphnia: More commonly called water fleas, daphnia are actually small crus-taceans found in all kinds of standing water, where they ingest the phytoplank-
ton that makes them an excellent nutri-tional supplement for fish.
• White worms: White worms thrive best in damp soil, sand and peat. Fed moist oak flakes, they can grow more than an inch long, making them an excellent fatty treat for fish about to spawn. Other worms to consider: black, earth, meal, glass and wax.
• Tubifex worms: In its live form, this worm has gotten a bad name as a disease transmitter. Known inhabitants of mud below polluted waters, some tubifex worms may contain concentrations of heavy metals and bacteria fatal to fish. If offered live, keep them in clear running water for three days before feeding them to your fish. This process allows the worms to expel any toxic wastes.
Article courtesy of Petland, Carmel. For more information, contact Juan Lopez at 317-569-PETS.
Sedric is a 5-year-old male white-and-black American pit bull terrier. He is a quiet boy who is often found sitting patiently at the front of his kennel. But he still likes to play with toys and people. He arrived at the shelter with his sister, Pauly, when their owner could no longer keep them. Sedric is neutered and housetrained, and he is good with older children. Though he lived with his sister for the past 5 years, he would prefer a home where he can be the only dog. He is a good boy who would be very loyal to his family.
Telly is an 8-year-old female gray tabby DSH. She is an easy-going girl who can’t wait to find her forever home. She was happy to be rescued from the streets of Westfield, but she wants a home to call her own, where she can roam around and hang out in a window sill and watch the day go by. Telly arrived at the shelter on Sept. 23, and she wants you to know her bags are packed and she is ready to go!
For more information on these and other animals at the Humane Society, call 317-773-4974 or go to www.hamiltonhumane.com.
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I always felt the Lord’s Prayer was enough.
It’s not, of course. But when I wasn’t going to church, hadn’t been saved, and couldn’t make sense of the
Trinity as one God – or the Bible as two inerrant stanzas of the same inerrant book – I had the Lord’s Prayer.
I learned it as a kid in church without thinking about the prayer itself. On the rare, usu-ally awful, intervening occa-sion (during those non-church years) when I felt a tug to call out to God, the only club in my bag was the Lord’s Prayer. I’d pray it alone, never noticing the language.
It wasn’t until after I’d been baptized as a mature adult that I noticed:
“Our Father …”“Give us …”“… our daily bread”“… forgive us”“… our trespasses/debts”“… we forgive”“… against us/our debtors”“… lead us”“… deliver us”It was the first time I realized it’s not a
prayer about me. It’s about “our” and “we” and “us.” It’s a prayer about community. It points to our earthly community as believ-ers and, perhaps more subtly, to the divine community of the Trinity.
Christianity isn’t about being “alone.” It’s not about being away from others or away from God. “Our,” “we,” “those” and “us” are first-person plural pronouns. No singular. No “me.” No “I.”
Jesus links us together in faith. Through His incarnation, death and resurrection (his human-ity and the cross), He links us with the holy and eternal. “Our Father,” God, is not just in the immediate here and the imper-fect today, but forever in the same perfect place. He dwells, sharing His perfect presence.
We need Jesus, and we need each other. The Lord’s Prayer, the
Our Father, the Pater Noster … the prayer is about all of us.
Even when we pray it alone.
Bob Walters ([email protected]) suggests on this inauguration day we pray for our nation, pray for President Barack Obama and his family, and read Romans 13. Next week: the seven petitions of the Lord’s Prayer.
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It is definitely the time of year when most of us break out extra blankets, fuzzy slippers and sweaters to stay warm. It’s also a good idea to outfit our homes for the winter weather.
You can get your windows ready for the cold by taking steps to block drafts and increase your insulating power by hanging the ap-propriate window treatments.
Even new, high-performance windows are weak spots in a home’s insulating envelope. Glass simply does not slow the transfer of heat. To provide
more insulating power, the next layer of defense is window treatment. Consider these options, and you can save energy and lower your heating bills this winter.• Shades positioned close to a window are
the best option for blocking the flow of heated air. Blinds have slats that allow for heat loss, but shades’ solid struc-tures provide substantial protection.
• Cellular shades – also known as hon-eycomb shades – trap air in their cells
and help block heat loss. But the ideal choice is a fabric shade, such as a Roman shade, that is lined and interlined for maximum insulation. Insulated shades are available ready-made, or you can have them custom-made for fit and appearance.
• Keep in mind that more opaque fabrics will provide more insulating value.
• Drapes alone don’t block much heat, but a combination of shades and drapes provides the ultimate form of protec-tion and aesthetic value.
• Another effective option is a drapery treatment topped with a cornice. This solid decorative piece fits over the drap-ery rod to prevent warmed room air
from dropping down over the cooler window.
• Whether your choice is shades, drapes or a combination, it is important to pay attention to the way they are fabricated and hung. Statistics show standard drapes can slow heat loss by as much as 10 percent. If drapes hang to the floor and close to the wall, a beautiful lined and interlined window treatment can block 25 percent or more of the escap-ing heat.
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GET IT TOGETHER - Lots of women will tell you they hate carrying handbags – especially when going clubbing – but need to have what’s inside. To solve the bulky-purse problem, designer and entrepreneur Sandy Alexander came up with the Bucklette, a “hands-free alternative to a purse.” The belt-buckle-like device is designed to hold lipstick, a key or two, cash and an ID. It’s available in a clip-on ($92) or belt-buckle ($112) style at www.bucklette.com.
BAG SOME SHOES - These boots are the work of Chilean industrial design student Camila Labra, and they’re made mostly of recycled plastic bags. The boots are built by fusing several layers of plastic polyethylene together to create a thicker and more resistant material to work with. Their interior is covered with quilted piqué cotton fabric to make them more comfortable and prevent too much heat. According to the designer, the boots are impermeable, flexible, light and non-toxic. The boots are named Dacca after Bangladesh’s capital, one of the most plastic-bag polluted cities in the world. The boots are $45.
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