Urban Liaison Holiday Issue 2013

Happy Holidays!I’m thrilled to present our 5th Holiday Issue! Five years of bringing our important message of Buy Local, Support Local, Shop Local, Eat Local, Play Local, to the wonderful people of the Treasure Valley. Local, Local, Local! That’s the key to our communities being strong and healthy.

This beautiful magazine is chock full of information and details about local businesses needing our support. The Urban Liaison features pages of gift opportunities from local merchants – gifts for everyone on your list. I ask that you take time to read through this issue and be mindful of how you spend your dollars. We all have choices, and this is the most crucial time of year for all of us to choose to support local businesses.

I want to take this opportunity to say to my advertisers, supporters and readers - THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR SUPPORT! I sincerely appreciate every one of you for having my back and for understanding the passion that drives me to do what I do.

May each and every one of you have a blessed Holiday Season. Let us work together to make 2014 the year of good things for all. May this be your most loving, prosperous, healthful and peaceful year yet.

Love,

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Imagine delicate snowflakes gently floating, crackling bonfires hotly burn-

ing, delicious cocoa warmly soothing, cheerful choirs happily caroling... all in the midst of tiny lights brightly twinkling. This dreamy vision becomes reality each winter at the Idaho Botanical Garden’s “Winter Garden aGlow.” This Treasure Valley holiday tradition began in 1997 with a mere 15,000 lights and drew about 1,300 guests. The display has grown every year and this season, some 56,000 visitors are expected to enjoy the - ready for this - 308,000 lights! That's one LED for each person in Boise, Nampa, Eagle and Star combined! That's a lot of lights twin-kling over sixteen acres of garden grounds. Getting the garden ready is a labor of love. It takes six full-time staff and 50-60 volunteers nearly two months to light it up. They start stringing strands the beginning of October for the display that opens Thanks-giving Day. They'll cover nine separate garden areas with colorful lights to create unity in one spectacular aura. Just like each winter snowflake is unique, so is each winter's glowing garden. Planners create a new "WOW" for every season, and this year is no exception. Without giving away the surprise, watch for IBG Winter

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a unique feature in the Meditation Garden this year. Santa and Prancer have visited children at Garden aGlow for many years, but this year they'll have a brand new Train Station stop. So bring your camera or use their professional photographer's expertise to capture the memories. Speaking of trains, don't miss the Southern Idaho Gar-den Railway's moving train exhibit in the English garden. Then, grab your kaleido-scope glasses (and other goodies) from the garden gift store before heading up to the brightly lit tree house in the Children's Adventure Garden, from which you'll get a bird's eye view of the entire sparkling show that is certain to put you in the holiday spirit."My favorite thing is that everyone is in a good mood," says Renee White, Director of Events and Marketing. "It's a magical evening where everyone is respectful, kind, and cheerful. There's such a sense of joy, which is why we all really love the Winter Garden aGlow."While the event is a wonderful holiday cel-ebration, it is also essential to the Garden's ability to operate year round. As a 501(c)3 organization, it receives no tax or govern-ment funding, so a large portion of the annual budget comes from the Garden aGlow. The Garden is grateful

for this year's presenting sponsorship from Mountain West Bank and the volunteers from Hewlett-Packard who helped string lights. However, there is still a need for volunteers. What a great way to see the display, by giving a few hours of your time during the holiday season. (Contact the Garden's volunteer coordinator, Karen Christenson.)If you love the Garden, chances are you also like gardening - so check out the IBG's on-line auction for some great gift ideas. Starting November 1, you can bid on garden tool collections, Boise State pack-ages, autographed performer posters, spa days and many other items. Visit www.idahobotanicalgarden.org before the auction ends December 9 - just in time for gift-giving. As beautiful as the blooms are in spring and summer, just as enchanting are the colorful trees and shrubs in fall and winter, with the changing season and glowing lights. Make the Idaho Botanical Garden Winter Garden aGlow a part of your holiday traditions.

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Since this is the last issue of the year, I’ve decided to do a small summary of my three businesses, all of which I have advertised here in uL Magazine this last year, and all of which have benefitted greatly as a result of that advertising.

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We all want something, and not just material possessions. Yes, getting that shiny new toy can bring joy, but only short-term. Go deeper: What would you really LOVE in your life? Many people don't know the answer, because life gets so busy (especially during holidays) that we don't take time to sit still and listen to our hearts. We don't give our minds a chance to think about life.Consider the four realms that combined give Voice to our lives: Health, Relation-ships, Creative Expression and Finances. Each area influences the others. When you get sick (health), you stay home from work (creative expression) and get fewer hours on your paycheck (finances). When money is tight (finances), you and your mate argue about it (relationships), and you're distracted at work (creative expres-sion). When you fall in love (relationships), you have high energy and productivity (creative expression), so you work better and get paid more (finances). They are all intertwined. If you don't have what you want in one area, the others pay the price. However, when you are in har-mony with what you would love in each area, life becomes more free-flowing and abundant.So, what do you want - not just for Christmas - but for your life? Let's unwrap the box together.

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3. conserve the tape - While tape keeps packages together, too much tape is messy. Connecting with other people is important, but be selective about how much time you spend with whom. Make a Choice to be with those who support you and your efforts.

4. Be generous with tissue paper - When we have a precious or fragile gift, we line it with tissue paper. We all have something special to give. Discover what you have to offer and give it generously.

5. Open the box - We can guess, but we can't know for sure what's in the box until we open it. What's in your box? Something random you don't need? Or something you set your heart on? Whether it's for Christmas, or in life, you get what you ask for. So, what do you want? One thing's for sure: you are your own box. You have gifts inside waiting to be unwrapped, and you may find the contents are just what someone else is wanting!

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There are so many exciting things happening as we move toward 2014. November is celebrated with the Annual Banquet and the transition of the Board. Calvin Barrett with Edward Jones will transition to Immediate Past President. Calvin has been a great asset with his steady financial hand as we’ve had a year of transition and growth. The new Chairman of the Board is Kelly Ryan with Clear Voice. Kelly brings an amazing amount of enthusiasm and energy to the Meridian Chamber. The rest of the Executive Committee is Chair Elect, Rob McCarvel, united Heritage Insurance; Vice Chair, Walt Lindgren, Johnson Architects; and Treasurer, Mick Armstrong, Micro 100 Tool. The Meridian Chamber is so fortunate to have this amazing group of individuals.

Some dates to be sure and add to your calendar are the Table Top Tradeshow on December 3 during the Chamber lunch. This is a great way to share what you do with about 120 area businesses. December 16 is the holiday lunch with music provided by one of our areas schools. Please visit the Meridian Chamber website for details and reservations.

Remember through the holidays to shop local especially on November 30, which is Small Business Saturday. Let’s remember to think of our small local business for all of holiday gifts. Happy Thanksgiving and Merry Christmas from the Meridian Chamber.

Happy Holidays from the Meridian Chamber!

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Bridgetower Chiropractic, owned and operated by Dr. Scott Gibbons and his wife Debbie, is a state-of-the-art clinic that utilizes an ex-tremely gentle form of adjustment, called the ProAdjuster machine. And it is so popular with patients! You come in, sit in a comfortable chair and relax while Dr. Gibbons works on your neck, spine and any other areas that may be causing you discomfort. You will hear a tap-ping noise from the ProAdjuster as Dr. Gibbons adjusts your spine and gives you a gentle massage. Dr. Gibbons is a graduate of the pres-tigious Palmer Chiropractic School in Iowa, and has been in practice for 7 years. He has developed a reputation for listening closely to

patients so that exactly the right treatments are used and they feel better quickly.

With the ProAdjuster there is no twisting, popping or cracking. The gentle technique is especially ef-fective for anyone who has been in an accident because it creates relief without inflicting more pain. Patients never worry about being twisted or “crunched” because Dr. Gibbons simply does not use that methodology. With Bridgetower Chiropractic’s gentle way of adjust-ing they can help infants, children, adults and seniors - all ages.

“We are a small family business with a friendly, comfortable atmo-sphere,” says Dr. Gibbons. “Getting in to see us is quick and easy, and Debbie schedules so that waiting is minimal. Our patients come on an as-needed basis; we do not endorse high-cost plans that require ongoing visits. We are centrally located on Ten Mile in Meridian - not far from

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Inside of you is the truth. Your well-be-ing and happiness are the essence of who you are. It is not something to ac-quire or something you need to “do”. It is who you are when you let go of trying to obtain it. It is inside of you. Instead of trying to do more to be happy, start with connecting to your well-being.

So, how do you do that? Slow-down! I had a client who came to me with a myriad of problems that she was trying very hard to figure out all at once. Her thoughts were swirling at 100 miles per hour and so was she. And yet, she couldn’t figure any of them out. We slowed down....really slowed down until she had a feeling of calm. At that point, she began to miraculously see new answers and uncover resources that she could not access before. If you are speeding down the highway

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In ancient times, the creator wanted to hide something from humans until he felt they were ready to see it. He gathered all the creatures to ask for their advice. The eagle said, “Give it to me and I will take it to the highest mountain in all the land,” but the creator said “No, one day they will conquer the mountain and find it.” The salmon said, “Leave it with me and I will hide it at the very bottom off the ocean,” but the creator said, “No, for humans are explorers at heart and one day they will go there, too.” The buffalo said, “I will take it and bury it in the very heart of the great plains,” but the creator said, “No, for one day even the skin of the earth will be ripped open, and they will find it there.” The creatures were stumped, but then an old blind mole spoke up. “Why don’t you put it inside them - that’s the very last place they’ll look.” The creator said, “It is done.”

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Paula Kellerer ~ Northwest Nazarene University

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cheers to a Healthy YOU…in 2014! If you want to achieve a healthy lifestyle and be the best you can be then the 2014 HealthFest is the place to be. The HealthFest, a FREE community event, held at the Nampa Civic Center on Feb 8th from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm is one you don’t want to miss. There is something for every age group from children to seniors.

The HealthFest covers the full spectrum of health-related sectors which includes local hospitals, physicians, nutritional advisors, chiro-practic, physical fitness, vision, hearing, dental, mental health, finan-cial health and insurance.

This family friendly event has something for everyone. Sessions on living a healthy life style to opportunities to win free prizes will be available throughout the day. And, the kids will love participating in fun, hands on activities while learning how to make healthy food choices.

Each year free immunizations and screenings are available for all ages. Screenings include blood glucose, cholesterol, mammo-grams, osteoporosis, spirometry, body fat analysis, blood pressure, vision, dental, and more.

come join us at the 2014 HealthFest on February 8th, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Nampa civic center!

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During the most recent period of high unemployment we have all seen how devastating unemployment can be for individuals and their families. Affected individuals not only feel the financial pain, they often suffer the pain of depression and loss of self-esteem. Imagine what it would be like to actively search for employment for years and never find a job? Such has been the fate of many individuals who come to Witco looking for train-ing and assistance in finding work.

Witco assists individuals with a wide range of disabilities in achieving their employment dreams. Many of those who contact Witco have previously been employed, but the onset of a disability has necessitated a job change. Joyce, a 55 year old clerk recovering from carpel tun-nel surgery, can no longer manage a cash register. Trevor, a wounded warrior, can no longer work in the construction industry. John, a college educated technician, needs work modifications to accommodate his bi-polar disorder. As they engage in community activities and meet new people the “What do you do?” ques-tion is inevitably asked. The answer is “I am not working” or “I am looking for work.” Often those answers close doors rather than opening them.

Witco is where people with dis-abilities come to realize goals and passions because they find someone who believes in them. They find the talented and motivated Employment Specialists who help all people of all disabilities achieve employment.

Often that employment may come after the specialist assists the job seeker to pursue the education and training needed to earn good wages and benefits in the career of their choosing. It may come after working on job seeking skills including developing a resume and interviewing techniques. It may come after working with the job applicant to identify area employers in the individual’s field of interest. Sometimes it comes after helping folks find the resources to buy new

shoes and presentable clothing. The tracks to employment are as unique as the unemployed individual.

As we approach the holidays, the season of giving, and as we count our many blessings, please remember it takes just one person, just one small act to improve the life of someone who needs your help. If you have a job opening give Nate Dorman at Witco a call at 208-454-3051. You can be the one that gives the job seeker a positive answer to the ques-tion “Where do you work?”

Additionally if you are looking for that special gift – Shop Witco! Our gour-met popcorn canisters are a special treat and the perfect gift for every-one on your shopping list. Corporate accounts are welcome and we will deliver locally. Please call Marlena Iverson at 454-3051 to hear all about POPCORN CITY, a business gifted to Witco by the Crookham family in 1979.

Witco is a 501 © 3 not-for-profit or-ganization and donations to Witco are tax deductible from both federal and state taxes. Donations received this season will be used to purchase equipment and develop training pro-grams to assist individuals with on line job searches.

At Christmas and always we thank you for the 40 years of support you have given our local not-for-profit and for the thousands of lives you have touched with love and compassion.

WRITTEN By Mary (M.C.) Niland

3919 E Ustick Road Caldwell, ID 83605

Office: 208-454-3051 www.witcoinc.net

“Where do you work?” “What do you do”? these questions are frequently the ones we ask when meeting someone for the first time. They are the socially engaging questions that open avenues of understanding and

communication and often serve as the foundation for ongoing relationships, both in business and on a personal level.

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Classes are offered the 10th Street Dojo1512 N 10th Street in Boise’s North End

Adult classes are Sat & Sun at 10 am. Tue at 5:30 pm & Thurs 6:00 pm • Children’s Nia is Tues at 4:00 pm

Contact Jacqueline Kennedy at 208.353.0604www.Reikehc.com/Nia

Nia is a total mind, body, spirit

celebration.

Through movement we find health!

Fitness that fuses Martial Arts, Dance Arts and Healing Arts into a beautiful workout no matter

your level of fitness.

The Reiki Energy Healing Center208.353.0604 • www.ReikiEHC.com

7235 Potomac Drive • Boise ID 83704

Holiday Open HouseSunday, December 1st • 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Meet our staff, receive free mini sessions & enter to win!

This Holiday Season “Give the Gift of Well-Being”

Buy One Gift Certificate at regular price and get a second half off.

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The winter holiday season, which includes Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah and the New Year, can be a fun time of the year filled

with parties, celebrations, and gatherings with family and friends. unfortunately, people find themselves feeling stressed, anxious and overwhelmed because of those traditional “fun filled” get-togethers. Emotional dragons that have been ignored, suddenly appear when people, places and memories are triggered by the holidays. Too many parties, too many family gatherings, too much food or drinking all have a part in the dragons appearance.

Try these suggestions to relieve the stress and to tame the dragons:

Ask yourself the hard questions: “What is it about the holidays that gets me down?” “Why am I doing things that make me miserable?” Make a list of the pros and cons. Challenge the things you assume you “have” to do. If you celebrated the holidays differently this year, what would happen? Could you do it differently by being conscious in what you are doing?

Pace yourself and don’t overdo it! Start a new tradition that is all about moderation. Decide on limits and stick to them. Put your plans on paper. Pick a few favorite activities and really enjoy them. Allow yourself to forego the others.

Give yourself the gift of “down time”. “Down time” helps to bring balance back to life. Breathe deeply, journal, meditate, take a nap, go for a walk, read a book, take a bubble bath, or just sit and listen to the quiet (or the holiday music if that is what you enjoy) for a few minutes.

Learn to “Tap”. Tapping releases the emotional dragons that refuse to be ignored when you have to be around toxic and/or stressful family members, friends and traditions.

The winter holiday season doesn’t have to be stressful this year. Make this year the start of a new tradition: A relaxed, fun and enjoy-able time for everyone on your list.

For more information on Tapping (also known as EFT or Emotional Freedom Technique) and releasing Emotional Dragons, check out www.EmotionalFreedomByVicki.com. If you are ready for some serious Emotional Dragon releasing, contact Vicki at [email protected] and mention this article for a Free strategy session and a 20% discount on any coaching package.

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By Vicki Hurst, Certified Level 3

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My friend and mentor Linda Joy has a phrase for when something unexpected happens: she calls it being hit by a cosmic two-by-

four. In the past year, I’ve been hit by several of those: experienced a soul awakening and real-ized I was living somebody else’s life, broke my heel (twice!), started a health and life coaching business, got a divorce, and moved. And for all of those I am grateful. Why? Because it got me to wake up. It got me to own my truth. By com-ing ‘clean’ about my own cosmic two by fours, it made me realize that I was not the only person going through this.I talk to women nearly every day who feel disconnected from their lives, unsettled, unful-filled. But they don’t know what to do about it. They’ve come to accept that life is just like that, that we’re not meant to live the life we always dreamt we could have, that it’s okay to put your dreams, your life, your needs behind everyone else’s. But let me tell you something. It doesn’t have to be that way. You can choose to live another way. You can awaken to your potential and live the life you were meant to live. Sound too good to be true? Here’s the key: Start small. Start today. Take one step toward your ideal life every day. And – this is the most important part – take care of YOu. No one else will. You’ve got to learn to put your needs first. I know, I know. You’re the caretaker, the giver, the one who gets things done. But there is no giving without receiving, and you need balance in your life. So how do you do that?• Start your day with your favorite mantra or

affirmation – the minute you wake up, tell yourself, “I am enough,” “I walk the path of the Divine” or something that lifts you up and makes your soul sing.

• Create an environment that honors you – you deserve to surround yourself with people and things that lift you up and support you. This could be anything from saying ‘no’ to having lunch with a coworker who drains your energy to putting inspirational sayings on your cubicle walls.

• Do something for you every day – this doesn’t have to be anything big (although it can be) nor does it have to take long (5 minutes minimum, though), but do something for you every day.

• Take one step toward your ideal life every day. Always wanted to learn to tango? Spend 5 minutes Googling Tango Boise today and see what pops up. Tomorrow call a studio and inquire about their classes. The next day, pick a class to take. And so on….

• Honor your body. Eat foods that are nourish-ing, do some sort of movement each day and take frequent breaks to reconnect with yourself. I set reminders to go off on my iPhone that say things like, “How is this helping me heal?” or “How is this helping me achieve my dreams?”

• Engage in positive self-talk. It takes 5 posi-tive statements/thoughts to overcome the impact of one negative thought. So you’d better surround yourself with positive people and messages.

• End your day in gratitude. I’ve been keep-ing a gratitude journal for years. In it, I write down 10 things I am grateful for each day. There is no better way for me to touch in with myself than to remind myself of what I love about my life every day.

Will doing these things cure all ills and end all of your problems? No, but they will take you one step closer to living a life that you truly enjoy. A life that is balanced and more in line with yourself and who you want to be. And it may just help you avoid another of those cosmic two by fours!

What to Do When the Universe Hits You with a

WRITTEN By Mary Pritchard, PhD, HHC

Cosmic Two-by-Four

MARy E. PRITCHARd, PH.d., is a professor in the Department of Psychology at Boise state university as well as a Holistic Health Counselor specializing in serving women, virtually and in-person, at www.emBodyHeartandMind.com and www.AwakeningtheGoddessWithin.net. Her holistic health practice is dedicated to empower-ing women in healing their hormonal health naturally and reclaiming their Feminine Power. Mary’s own awakening led to the creation of the Awakening the Goddess Within community and

she just completed her book, Awakening your Inner Goddess: How to Recharge,

Reignite, and Refocus to Transform your Life. she has two more

underway Hungry? It’s your Hormones: Why diets Fail

and What to do about It and Honoring your Inner Goddess: Filling your Plate to Fuel your desires.


One question that often comes up at our teahouse is “What does Shangri-La mean?” The definition is

not complicated. It is a place, maybe, but more a state of mind – a mystical, harmonious, permanently happy place. It is considered to be an isolated place tucked away from the outside world. Is it imaginary or a real place hidden far away between mountains in the Himalayas? Or is it closer than we think? The people liv-ing in Shangri-La are said to be almost immortal, living healthy lives years beyond the normal lifespan with minimal signs of aging. They are said to live in harmony with fellow beings at a slow peaceful pace, holding life sacred in a state of refuge and joy.

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It is my opinion that Shangri-La is real. I like to think so, but I also believe it is a state of mind. Shangri-La is here and there. When we named our teahouse Shangri-La we set the stage for people seeking that far off tranquility. All you need is your imagi-nation and to look out of our windows with the mountains bathed in the pink of

the setting sun, soft music and the perfect pot of

tea. One of our staff or I will come to your table, light a little candle for your tea and lovingly explain our vegetarian menu. Although not everyone who frequents our establishment is vegetarian, we attempt to meet the needs of the many who come here because they know we can meet the growing food intolerance issues, such as sen-sitivity to GMOs, gluten issues, dairy, and so on. At present we are the only truly vegetarian/ vegan restaurant in the Boise area. Best of all - the food is delicious!

WRITTEN By Toni Hodge

Shangri-La {TEAHOUSE}

This is what a teahouse is. A place to forget about the hustle and bustle of the modern world and be more in tune with nature. Tea and natural foods have those elements, especially tea. Long ago the ancient cloud wanderers of the mountains would bring their medicinal herbs to the villages in search of the elements of fire, water, leaf, earth and sustenance, which were all comprised in the spirit of the teahouse. Being fond of tea but usually short of funds, they would trade their herbs, songs, poetry and their ability to perform with simple musical instruments, for tea and food. The village dwellers also found teahouses to be beautiful and appropriate refuge. This is the foundation on which our little Shangri-La is built. We have musicians performing a few days a week, and we feed them, pour them tea and some-times offer somewhat stronger liba-tions such as micro beers and fine wines. In return, they entertain us and our patrons.If you have health concerns, more than likely we have an herbal tisane (tea) that is right for you as well. I have been practicing herbalism for more than 30 years. We have created a ceremony out of simple ingredients and call it a teahouse.

HOURS: Mon-Thurs 11am – 8pm

Fri- Sat 11am – 9pm

1800 W. Overland Rd., Boise208-424-0273

www.shangri-latearoomandcafe.com

Tea Tasting at Shangri-La tearoom every 1st and 3rd

Saturday morning 10am to 11am Reservations 208-424-0273

Look for Divine Lotus Tea at these locations:

Boise Co-op | Goldy’s CornerHuckleberry’s inside Rosaur’s

Café De Parie | District Coffee Pizzelchicks | Whole Foods

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Shorten your workouts: If you are feeling the holiday time crunch, remem-ber that some is always better than none. If you don’t have time to work out for an hour, shorten your workout to 20 or 30 minutes. exercise doesn’t have to be all or nothing. Doing circuit training with weights or running intervals on the treadmill are fast and effective ways to burn a lot of calories in a short amount of time.

Combine strength and cardio into one workout: This goes hand-in-hand with my first tip. Alternating a strength exercise with a cardio exercise is a great way to get the best of both worlds. Per-form 3 sets of this sample circuit 1 minute each, taking only minimal rest between exercises: 1. Pushups 2. Jump rope 3. Cable rows 4. Jumping jacks 5. Body weight lunges 6. Rowing machine Find a workout partner: using the buddy system works wonders for staying consistent. It creates a sense of account-ability by both parties and has a tendency to make each one push a little harder. Just make sure you find a partner who is reliable!

Party: There will always be guilty plea-sures 24/7 around the holiday season. Filling up on healthy food and water prior to social engagements will lead to less calorie consumption once you arrive at the party. Plus, you’ll be able to savor the treats you do indulge in.

Eat only to mild fullness: We’ve all experienced it, eating our holiday feast to the point where we feel like the stuffed turkey. This year, try eating smaller portions instead of piling as much food as pos-sible onto your plate. There will always be plenty of leftovers for later. The goal is to stop at 80% fullness. Your waistline and digestive system will thank you for it. With just a little bit of effort, you can enjoy the tastes of the season, stay healthy and be ready for the New Year

Champion Fitness Training 1535 W Franklin Rd. Suite A

Meridian, ID 83642208-407-3160

www.championfit.net

Jason’s Experience & credentials:• M.S. Exercise Science & Health

Promotion, California university

• B.S. Exercise and Sport Science, university of utah

• National Academy of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer

• 18 Years of experience in the health and fitness industry

WRITTEN By Jason Wanlass

StaY HeaLtHY anD Be ReaDY foR tHe neW YeaR

With that being said, here are my top five tips for surviving the holiday season and starting the New year now!

After more than 18 years in the fitness in-dustry it still amazes me how quickly people put off starting a fitness program until “next year.” Before you consider shutting it down over the holidays, consider the following fact: Americans gain an average of five to ten pounds during the holiday season and…keep it! To put it into a larger per-spective, over a five years period holiday indulgence alone could result in as much as fifty pounds of weight gain. Yikes! Now before you chime in with, “But Jason, the holidays are so busy with work parties, fam-ily engagements, and not to mention all of the temptations, etc.”

Look, I completely understand and I agree that you should be able to indulge, but within reason. With the stress that the holidays bring there’s even more reason to start or continue with a fitness program. Look at it this way. Worst case scenario, you gain no weight and have positive momentum going into the New Year. Best case scenario, you actually lose weight, finish the year strong, and are even more driven come January.

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Success Story: Elisha Watkins


When I interviewed Dr. Erika L. Putnam, owner and physician at the beautiful office of Whole Health Chiropractic and newly opened Yoga 430 yoga studio in Nampa, I wasn’t expecting a pro-found turnaround in my personal views. But that is exactly what happened! I came away with a totally different perspective on what whole health really means and I can now admit to having had an incorrect ste-reotype of “those places” that I believed tend to impose a difficult-to-reach standard that makes us feel guilty for not exercising enough, eating the right foods, and finding our “inner peace.”

Oh boy. Was I off base on every count! First off, Dr. Putnam explained why we need chiropractic in the first place and that’s because by the time we reach 30-ish, most of us have spines that are aging, injured and out of alignment. Why? Because life hap-

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pens. We sit too much, have accidents, carry things too heavy for

us, fall down, gain and lose weight, have babies,

work too hard and play too hard. When the spine is not aligned we’re not comfortable,

even if the dis-comfort is subtle. When we’re uncomfortable

we don’t move around as much which leads to more joint/muscle

stiffness and even less activity. So we

sit more, eat more, sleep more, take pain meds, and

our health continues to degenerate, along with our lifestyle.

The doctors at Whole Health Chiropractic evaluate and treat the whole person; physical, mental, emotional. And that’s just the beginning! The philosophy at WHC is to help identify and improve all things that affect a person’s ability to live a long, active, pain-free life.

This expands then, to include nutrition, lifestyle, environment problems - things we may not even be aware of that are keeping us from living the kind of life we want to live.

That’s how the new YOGA 430 studio evolved from the original chiropractic clinic, and I have to tell you – it is one gorgeous facility. The chiropractic side is beautiful yet smoothly professional, with its comfortable furniture and tasteful décor. The yoga side offers a quiet, nature-inspired environment covering a roomy 1800 square feet, yet the feeling is warm and welcoming. No “gymnasium” feel here, with its warm wood floors and sparkling windows overlooking private green gardens.

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With the goal being spinal management and wellness, Dr. Putnam is merging chiropractic with yoga to improve not only her clients’ strength, flexibility and stability, (key compo-nents for optimum physical health and quality of life), but anyone in the community. The Yoga studio is available for everyone’s use and enjoyment! Patients who regularly com-bine chiropractic and yoga ultimately enjoy pain-free, stress-free, comfortable lifestyles that most thought was available only to young, thin “athletic type” people. Not so! I was surprised to learn that everyone can do yoga, and it is only as physically demanding as you want it to be! People of any age or physical condition can do it, and, contrary to popular opinion, yoga is not based on any religion or culture.

So! What if you have chiropractic issues and prefer to concentrate on that side only? No problem! How about if you’d like to try yoga without committing to chiropractic? Of course! As Dr. Putnam explains, the two work beautifully together but both have always been and continue to be beneficial independently. The choice is yours, and at Whole Health Chiropractic there is never pressure to do one or the other.

Dr. Putnam is as down-to-earth and approachable as they come. A Caldwell native, she became a chiropractor because of her keen interest in health. In her earlier years she was an aerobics instructor which led to a passion for fitness. She loves the out-of-doors and is active with her family and community as well as her thriving practice. Having recently completed her 200-hour yoga certification, Dr. Putnam and her staff of six other yoga instructors make classes available to accommodate most schedules.

Dr. Putnam is joined by two other Chiropractic physicians – Drs. Nate Berrett and Jared Pierson are on staff full time to assist with your health issues and injuries or answer any questions about chiropractic care, yoga, and the Whole Health approach to pain-free, healthy living.

Whole Health chiropractic and Yoga 430 are located at 430 Iowa Avenue, Nampa ID, 83686. Please visit the website, www.WholeHealthNampa.com, or call for a chiropractic appointment at 208-442-1123. For information about yoga, visit yoga430.com or call 208-442-9430.

Your Life

WRITTEN By Patti Mays

Yoga Studio

BALANCE


Tis the season to shop local, and have we got some deals for you! From glamour to music to wardrobe to pampering yourself after Christmas

shopping (or before), you are going to love what the uL has ‘in store’. early birds or last minute mavens, whether you’re looking for inexpensive

stocking stuffers or the blow-their-minds ‘wow’ factor, our Holiday shoppers’ Guide and the businesses you’ll find below has totally got this.

Giving GuideGreat Holiday Gift Ideas for Everyone on Your List

Mean Jean’s chic Boutique in Eagle has lots of new holiday ap-parel arriving weekly.Rock Revival, Big Star, Southern Thread, Mek, Cult of Individuality, Tin Haul, and a Mean Jean’s mens’ denim collection that you’ll love seeing on your guys. Light up the night with Lace Tees, Gypsy Soule, or rock the Chevron and Infinity Scarves at any event you show up to. Dress it up in this season’s sassiest party dresses, and kick it up with boots from Corral and Tin Haul that you can order from Mean Jean’s huge special order catalogue. This season, treat yourself and whoever you’re shopping for to a pair of good-fitting jeans, and white-hot clothing that’s gonna flat-out rock the Holiday house.

209 South Eagle Road, Eagle 208-697-7267

Renewed Expressions makes it easy to rev up your wardrobe this Christmas season, with 30% off any single item the day before Thanksgiving, and the day after Thanksgiving, too. urban Liaison readers get 15% off, if they mention to Kathy and her associates that they saw Renewed Expressions in the uL ad. Shop in the over 4,000 feet of their spacious store and get the ‘look’ so many Renewed Expressions customers have. Ann Taylor, Banana Republic… ‘Tis the season to reinvent and get excited about your clothing again! Discover wardrobe renewal at one of the best consignment boutiques in the Treasure Valley.

2100 East Fairview, Ste. #8, Meridian 208-855-2800

canyon West Guitars will be celebrating the holiday season with a bigger selection, and better deals than ever! Not only is the Down-town Nampa shop extending their hours, but is planning to celebrate Black Friday again this year with giveaways and special deals starting early on November 29th and lasting all day. The sales will continue through the Christmas season, including the year-round 10BEFORE10 program - everything is 10% off before 10 AM! With inventory ranging from brand new to vintage, Canyon West will help you find just the right thing for the rocker on your list with the personal service that you'll appreciate as well!

1224 1st Street South, Ste. #202, Nampa 208-615-4725

Mary Kay with Meg Moore. This season, it’s your turn to be seen as smokin’ hot, and here’s how: Reg-ister on Meg’s Mary Kay website at www.marykay.com/megmoore and get a fun, free lip gloss from the Marvelous Meg. If you register and like Meg Moore’s Mary Kay Facebook page at www.facebook.com/mkmegmoore , you’ll be entered in a drawing for a $50 gift certificate, (only to those without a current Mary Kay consultant are eligible). Meg also has festive and fabulous Holiday stocking stuffers starting at ten dollars each.w

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Babe on a Budget. Want to bling it up for the Holidays? Babe on a Budget says there’s no need to break the bank over the holidays to look and feel like the babe you are. Enjoy the holidays without all of the madness and sticker shock with their fabulous new gift items. Festive scarves, cute hats and hot, glam jewelry that makes a great present. uL readers mentioning this ad will get an additional $5 added to any gift certificate purchase. Babe on a Budget hosts Open Houses every Saturday until Christ-mas, featuring a different vendor each week and in-store specials that will make you happy you shopped and supported the localmotion.

1235 East Fairview Avenue, Meridian 208-794-4718

Nampa civic center This holiday season be sure to Shop Local and Attend Local! Buy tickets for yourself or a loved one to one of the fantastic shows at the Nampa Civic Center. They have gift certificates available for the remaining five shows in the 2013-2014 Season. The professional touring productions will feature everything from Jazz to Celtic! Treat yourself to tickets to The Alley Cats Holiday Show "Jingle Bell Rock" on December 19. Enjoy a harmoniously hysterical holiday hit as the Alley Cats return with their perfect blend of musical talent and comic timing. America's premier Doo-Wop group is sure to bring a bit of joy, talent and great music to brighten up your holidays.

208-468-5555 www.nampaciviccenter.com

Giving Guide

2013V3 Hair Studio has been named one of the top hair

salons in the Northwest. This is where you’ll find Holiday hair chemistry at its finest. Love your style when you get a sassy new look, whether it’s soft highlights, a sombre, ombre, or rich red locks to match the glitter of the sea-

son. If you’re looking for a big change, a different an-gle, or just ready to kick your glamour level up a notch, switch it up at V3. Experience the difference. Tell them

you saw this ad in the uL and receive a complimentary haircut when you schedule a hair color appointment

with one of their highly trained stylists.

1756 W. Cherry Lane #140, Meridian 208-870-7648

From your head to your toes and the tip of your nose, meet your sugarplum dreams at Wholistic Beauty Boutique.

Jewelry that sparkles, lotions that smell , oils, nourishing creams and aromatherapy to purify, relax, and to cleanse.

While candles of Bees Wax create beautiful scents and hair products and massage, energy healing, and even chakras brings natural healing abound.

Lips dewy with sweet grass, vanilla and honey, skincare infused with glycolic and vi-

tamin C will make everyone soft, supple and sweet

Make a purchase right now, get a $15 voucher (with a $50 purchase.)

Noontime till 5pm… so don’t be a sloucher!

1609 West State Street, Boise 208-841-9062

Mae’s Avon shows you how to welcome the Holidays in grand tradi-tion with the Avon Store in Nampa. This season, Mae Adams-Garrett

and the Avon store will be offering grab bag gifts with purchase, in $30, $60 and $100 increments. To the urban Liaison readers only, Mae is offering 50% off Avon Genics Night and Eye creams. There

are stocking stuffers galore to be found, from $.99 to $5. Lovely and festive Avon boxed gift sets can be ordered up until Dec. 11 for

Christmas delivery at either youravon.com/mae for home delivery, or you can call and Mae will order for you at 208-465-7575 . You can

pick your orders up right at the friendly Nampa store.

1106 13th Avenue South, Nampa • 465-7575

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Arno’s ChocolatesDelicious hand made Chocolate Confections.

Arno's Chocolates can be found in A' Tavola, Indie Made and the Gift Shop

in the Capital Building in Boise.

www.arnoconfectionperfection.com

Fat Daddy’s Barbecue SauceFat Daddy’s relies on old time methods and fine

ingredients to establish distinctive flavors and perfect consistency in every sauce we

create. By following this tradition of quality we’ve provided you with 7 amazing sauces to compli-

ment all your favorite foods. All of our sauces are All Natural, with No Preservatives Added.

www.fatdaddysbarbecuesauce.com 208-830-0905

Owyhee Lanes & RestaurantWe are a full service restaurant. Serving homemade breakfast,

lunch and dinner. Famous homemade pies and cheesecakes

and dinner rolls. We are taking orders for all of your holiday

events. Feel good supporting local and eating fresh, delicious, made

from scratch foods.

[email protected] 208-337-3757

Bzybee Crafts Looking for unique..One of a kind hand crafted Christmas gifts...from raggedy dolls to a time worn primitive pictures?

Bzybee Crafts can help.

Deborah Byron Leffler 208 703-1433

www.facebook.com/bzybeecrafts

Wild Country LLCWe are a farmstead with a small

herd of Nubian dairy goats in Owyhee Co, Idaho, their sweet

milk is made into fine Artisan cheese on the ranch.

All NATuRAL is our motto!

[email protected] www.WildMntcountry.com

208-834-2334

Boise Ranch RubWood or gas… Meat or vegetables… Lunch or dinner… There’s never a reason to put something bland in your mouth! With Boise Ranch Rubs you’re just a couple of shakes from amazing flavor…

www.BoiseRanchRubs.com BBQ Rubs and Seasonings 208-391-7676

Starlight Herb & Spice Co.Culinary products for the cooking enthusiast

• Herbs & Spices• Spice Rubs & Blends• Artisan Salts & Peppers• Wild Game & Sausage Seasonings• Culinary Gift Items~ Premium Quality ~ Handcrafted ~

~ Chemical & Pesticide Free ~208-863-2484

[email protected]

Make it an Idaho Christmas for family

and friends this holiday season!

Look for the Buy Idaho Logo and shop Idaho for the holidays.

When we Buy Idaho, We Build Idaho

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Gift Cards accepted at over 250 downtown locations, including public parking garages.

Order online at downtownboise.org

City Peanut

City Peanut Shop specializes in hand-crafted, small batch pro-duction of nuts and treats. We of-fer one-of-a-kind gifts, gift baskets and branded tins. Follow us on Facebook to see our latest cre-ations. LOCAL-FRESH-INNOVATIVE

803 West Bannock, Boise 208-433-3931 [email protected] www.citypeanut.com

Mixing Bowl

Need some reindeer juice to leap onto those rooftops? At The Mixing Bowl in Downtown Boise, you’ll find an assortment of french presses, coffee ma-chines, and grinders for the caffeine lover on your list! Be sure your hoofs take you to the Mixing Bowl, downtown on 9th!

216 N. 9th Street, Boise (208) 345-6025 www.themixingbowlboise.com

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Cheers specializes in making memorable special events! Invitations for every occasion, in store printing for quick turn around, wedding accessories, lots of fun and unique gifts as well as greeting cards and gift wrap. Cheers is the exclusive Crane & Co. dealer.

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Mixed Greens

Gift boutique in downtown Boise, on 9th St. between Bannock & Idaho. Come see us!

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The Chocolat Bar specializes in high quality artisan chocolate. We have unique and classic flavor that will tempt any pal-ate. You can find a Holiday gift for everyone on your list and WE SHIP ANYWHERE!

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hink you know Scentsy? Were you aware that this international

company is based in the heart of the Treasure Valley? If not, be sure to look next time you drive down Eagle Road for the 167,996-square-foot office tower at the corner of Eagle Road and Pine Street in Meridian where more than 1,110 employees and some 181,108 consultants worldwide are overseen. These consultants contributed to a revenue total of $559 million dollars in 2012 and Scentsy, Inc. was ranked in the 11th spot on the "Idaho Private 75" list of top privately-held companies in the state. When you shop any of the Scentsy Family Lines you’re supporting a local company that directly benefits our community. This year shop with our personal consultant Casie Stevenson to fill the holiday season with products that work to enliven the senses, inspire the soul, and warm the heart.

Host to Save Money this Holiday Season:Want to save money on gift giving this holiday season? Hosting a party is a great way to earn free and half-price items! If you’re interested in book-ing a home party, you provide the location and invite friends and Casie Stevenson will take care of the rest! Another option is to host a basket party, the perfect alternative for guests on the go. Casie will provide a beautiful display basket full of Scentsy product samples, order forms, and all the information you need. Then you'll return the basket and completed order forms to her and she’ll take care of the rest. Hosting is an easy way to earn some serious rewards. For example, if your party sales total $250, you’ll receive $25 worth of free Scentsy products plus two half-price items! Get creative! The hostess possibilities are endless. You can even host an online or Facebook party!

Opportunity Meeting with Casie Stevenson - SuperStar Director and Founding MemberHave you ever been interested in learn-ing more about joining the Scentsy Family? Starting in December, Casie will be hosting one opportunity per month at the Scentsy Commons, a place where employees or visitors can enjoy delicious meals. These meetings are open to anyone and everyone who’s ever wanted to gain personal insight from some-one who’s created a Scentsy team of over 200 members and a group with close to 6,000 members since joining in 2006!

Did you know that Scentsy Family Opportunity isn’t just about wickless candles anymore? Whether you choose to sell only Scentsy Fragrance or expand into multiple brands, you can build a team of Scentsy Family Consultants with each member selling the brands they’re most passionate about. With the new Grace Adele line you can get that career in style that you’ve been looking for. To learn more about this line visit www.casies.graceadele.us! If you’re passionate about cooking, hosting dinner parties or searching for new recipes, then this is the time to join Velata. For more info on this line visit www.justfondue.velata.us!

My Opportunity Meetings will be held on the 2nd Friday of every month with the first one on December 13, 2013. January will be the only exception with the meeting scheduled for January 17, 2014. The meetings will begin at 11:30am and end at 1:00pm. There’s no need to RSVP. If you would like to reach Casie Stevenson with any questions about Scentsy, Grace Adele, or Velata you can call her at 208-841-7872, visit her website www.justawickaway.com or stay connected with her daily updates on Facebook at www.facebook.com/justawickawayinc.

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Yards and gardens can provide a lot of insight into who the person or people maintaining it are and what they are about. From sense

of humor to favorite animals, lawn decorations are very expressive. That is especially true of art pieces created by Oregardenworks. Since 2009, metalwork design artist, Jared Crusta has made hundreds birdbaths and sculptures that now decorate homes and landscaping across the Treasure Valley.

Crusta has been involved in metal trades since 1989, primarily as a precision machinist. He was born and raised in New Orleans, and worked for his family's machine design firm in Louisiana until he decided to move west.

The primary objective Crusta sets when creating metal art pieces is that an item must be immediately recognizable as unique, and not widely available at a chain retail store. Each piece is hand crafted and finished with his unique signature rust finish and sealed with a clear topcoat.

Oregardenworks is the Home and Garden Metalwork division of Stepheny's Gardens Greenhouse and Nursery. Stepheny Hisel, who operates the greenhouse and nursery, co-owns the metalwork business with Crusta.

Hisel worked for many years under the tutelage of the late Carl Hoffman, owner of Hoffman's Greenhouse and Nursery. Hoffman's Greenhouse was a Treasure Valley icon in Nampa from the early 1950's until Hoff-man's passing in 2005. Stepheny's Gardens began later in 2005, after receiving greenhouses, plants, and fixtures from the Hoffman estate.

There are a large number of loyal nursery customers who have appreci-ated Hisel's extensive plant knowledge, as well as the health and unique variety of hard to find plants she cultivates. All annuals, perennials, and produce are grown from seed or cutting through natural methods on site at the nursery.

Crusta started selling his metalwork to compliment Hisel’s beautiful plants and produce at different farmer’s markets. Oregardenworks has been with the Capital City Public Market in downtown Boise for three years and can be found every Saturday at the corner of 8th and Main from April until late December.

Artwork from Oregardenworks has a new year-round showroom in The Grapevine, which is located off of State Street at the Waterfront in suite 132. Crusta displays a full selection of metalwork items, which make perfect Christmas gifts. They are also vendors at a number of arts and craft shows throughout the Northwest.

Oregardenworks is opening a new store this holiday season, "Ore-gardenworks Handmade Marketplace" at 820 Arthur St. in downtown Caldwell, directly across the street from the Post Office. They can be found online at www.oregardenworks.com.

A Personal Touch for a Green Thumb

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WRITTEN By Erin McClure

"I know what you're thinking," Mary Hurja, one of the creators behind Grow Local says with a smile. "What do half-naked firemen have to do with wine?" This is one of many questions Hurja, a first level sommelier and entrepreneur, is ready and willing to answer about her new business. After all, when one steps into the Grow Local showroom it is clear by the wine racks, stemware, and the centerpiece of the venue (a bar constructed from two enormous oak wine barrels) that wine is Grow Local's speciality. "Grow Local stands behind growing and supporting local business. Our mission is to advance appreciation and sales for Idaho prod-ucts- whether that be one of our wineries or the Eagle Firefighter Calendar."

The annual Eagle Firefighter Calendar is one of the numerous local products that has enlisted Grow Local's services for promotion and sales. The 2014 calendar is being released later this year and Grow Local is helping to herald its release with a special signing event. All of the events held at Grow Local's showroom in North-west Boise (which are slated to include book signings and a fundraiser for Trevor's Trek, among others) will sell Idaho wines by the glass. "We're offering a free venue for all types of gatherings and events," Claire

Fenton, Hurja's business partner and co-owner of Grow Local, says as she gazes around the airy but warmly inviting 2,000 square foot space. "Whether a holiday party, a business meeting, or social club event, our showroom can be reserved and used free of charge. We only ask that you and your attendees help sup-port the Idaho wine industry by purchas-ing wine for refreshment while using our venue."

Though she identifies her primary pas-sion as the wine industry (Hurja worked for Kendall Jackson Wineries for several years, winning numerous sales awards), it was her eventual relocation to Idaho that helped grow her admiration and interest in small business. She noticed that while Idaho, and especially Boise, were fertile ground for growing small businesses, a lot of local craftsmen struggled with the con-crete execution of their creative ideas. Year round distribution, marketing, pack-ing and shipping for internet sales, and ad-ministrative duties like record keeping and tax preparation can be overwhelming for an entrepreneur who just wants to get a great product idea out to consumers. Hurja saw an opportunity to help small businesses by acting, quite simply, as the essential bridge between the craftsman and the consumer. All she needed was someone to help her flesh out the business execution of this idea.Hurja met Claire Fenton, a consummate entrepreneur and businesswoman who has been living and working in Idaho for 27 years, while Fenton was visiting Bitner's Winery with the Boise Wine Club. A mem-ber of the wine club for the past year, Fenton joined the organization as a social outlet then began helping organize its monthly events. She was soon pro-moted as the club's chief executive officer and grew its membership from a 100 to over 700 members in only a year and a half. Her success and enjoy-ment in working with the Boise Wine Club

only made Fenton wish she could translate it into a profitable career.A few months after their first initial meeting at Bitner's Winery, Fenton and Hurja met again during Savor Idaho at a mutual friend's social gathering. Over a glass of wine, the details fell into place as the wom-en laid plans to bring Grow Local to life."This business has been my vision for a year and a half," Mary Hurja says. "Slowly the pieces have fallen into place. One of the biggest pieces was Claire, and another one was this space," she says, motioning to Grow Local's showroom. Hurja explains that the showroom, a retail space condemned by the owners of the Lake Harbor business district as "the dungeon," was leased to her at a dis-count on the condition she could revive it. Its brightly painted walls, large pic-ture windows, and comfortable seating areas encourage patrons to peruse local artwork and artisan foods while leisurely sipping some of Idaho's signature wines. Hurja and Fenton are currently putting the finishing touches on the showroom in preparation for their upcoming events, including of course, Eagle's finest firefight-ers."We've got so much going on here at Grow Local, and we have the potential to do so much more," Claire Fenton says. "This is only the beginning for us."The Grapevine is located at 3050 N. Lake Harbor Lane, Suite 132 in Boise. They can be reached by phone at 208-501-8280 ext 101.

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Ah – the “little black dress.” Always appropriate, always on par for the holiday party scene, isn’t it? But who says dressing up has to be so cut and dried – especially when I have a list of holiday fashion inspirations especially meant for those destined to gear things up this season! With a little creativity, stepping into the holiday party circuit will be a whole lot more interesting. It’s all here in my Holiday Glam Guide - the perfect way to let loose and find your inner fashionista!

White Hot: Take a cue from model Chanel Iman, who, in the “2013 Glamour Women of the Year Awards,” dared to be bold in a white Dolce & Gabbana dress. Go ahead - style yourself

in head-to-toe white this holiday season. Pick up feminine elements like a delicate white shift dress, white diamonds, white spiked pumps and white linge-rie - just pretty enough to peek through the very top of your dress.

Statement Waists: The peplum is the new black this season, and an easy way to add volume and style to any basic silhouette. Be bold and rock a power color combination! Color-block-ing is the perfect way to stand out at any holiday party.

HOLIDAYGlam GuIDELiquid Assets: I know what you’re thinking, but I’m not referring to cash, bills, or coins. This winter if you want to go glam in the biggest possible way you have to indulge in sequins. You can try a top, skirt, or dress - just be sure to wear sequins with neutral colors or black. Avoid looking like a Christmas garland by choosing shiny pieces in a modern mid-night blue color, silver, or gold.

Retro throwback: This holiday season proves that old-fashioned is anything but outdated in waist-highlighting silhouettes! Retro is highlighted on the Dolce & Gabbana runways and making a big comeback. Try this figure-flattering '50s silhouette with a full skirt and bright silk blouse

Your glam holiday look wouldn’t be complete without the finishing touches. This season when it comes to

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linger with a highlight of creamy, dreamy shadow. I love Avon’s Cosmic Eye Shadow in new shades of Blackened Sky, Celestial

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The members that made the band WHALE! including Tyler Brodt, Alex

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in full force, bringing their massive sound into venues near you. Find

Northern Giants at The Neurolux, The Crux, The Powerhouse, and even

the occasional drunken house party. Priding themselves on pushing their genre

boundaries, the talented musicians of Northern Giants always look to bring new

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Lyle Sinclair was born in a small city in the Northwest and listened to

traditional country music for as long as he can remember. It inspired him so

much that music was his major area of study throughout his school years.

He had barely started college when he felt a strong need to serve his country, so he joined the Navy. While there, Lyle discov-

ered he had more time on his hands than money, so he bought his first guitar and taught himself to play. The first music job Lyle

landed was during his military years, and after that he was “hooked” – motivated to learn as much as he could and perform

as often as possible.

After fulfilling his military duty, Lyle moved to California where he had the honor of playing lead guitar for Allen Frizzell. Allen

is the younger brother of the infamous Lefty and David Frizzell, so during that time Lyle had the opportunity and pleasure

of meeting Lefty. “Lefty was very real and fun to be around,” Lyle stated, and he gave me some advice I’ve used forever.

Lefty said “Son, when you are on stage and face the crowd, you are the star at that moment, so give it your very best

and always be yourself.” Lefty also advised that Lyle “Write with your heart and soul. When you sing, let it come from

there also.” Today Lyle sings true stories about life, and he writes and performs each note and word following Lefty

Frizzell’s advice of giving it his all. Lyle says, “The more I travel and perform, the more I realize there is a tremendous void

in the music world; a huge desire for traditional country music. I am here to fill that void.

In March of 2003 when u.S. troops went into Iraq, Lyle played music free gratis at his local VFW post #63. All monies

earned were contributed to the VFW to purchase phones and phone cards, enabling deployed troops to communi-

cate with their loved ones. Other local musicians joined the effort, and The Lyle Sinclair Band we know today was born.

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I have been covering local

music in the Urban Liaison

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and it has been amazing!

I owe a great deal of thanks to

the publisher of the UL, Cheryl Richard. It is an

honor to bring our talented local musicians more

publicity. My goal is to inform everybody that we

don’t have to spend a lot of money on traveling

performers that take our money and run. We all

need to help our friends and neighbors, by support-

ing the bands I highlight in each issue.

Please take the time to find and “like”the band I

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I decided right then that the best way to leave this earth would in fact be “sudden death,” a fast final occurrence that would spare me and my loved ones the agony of “draw-ing it out.” Not that I would have a choice in the matter, of course, but sudden death would be my preference.

I have felt that way all these years until last week when I met with Honey Goodman, Director of Business Development at Treasure Valley Hospice, to discuss the much-needed and often misunderstood service that hospice provides. Ms. Goodman is a dynamic, passionate, intelligent professional dealing with people every single day who have terminal condi-tions and a specific period of time to live, be that days, months or years. She supports a skilled staff that goes to the homes

of terminally ill individuals and helps them not just with pain control, but with emotional issues, family concerns, and so many other crucial matters.


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When I was about 30 years old, I had a serious discussion with my beloved mother about life and death, and she said do me: “There are a lot worse things than sudden death.” This was a revelation to me and initially I disagreed with her, but in thinking it through I realized she was right. Who would want a long, often painful, day-by-day

decline in health and dignity until the end finally came?


Treasure Valley Hospice doesn’t just treat the individual facing a terminal illness. They assist the entire family in dealing with key issues that need to be addressed before the loved one passes away, like clearing up old misunderstandings, sharing stories, talk-ing through concerns, addressing fears, and yes – having lots of laughs. The leadership team and staff at Treasure Valley Hospice provide care expertise that only decades of experience can enable them to do. They know the importance of treating each person as an individual, respecting and honoring their personal wishes; keeping them physically and emotionally comfortable while guiding the family in making this journey a time of peace and celebration.

When the terms “hospice,” “palliative,” or “end-of-life” care come up, who among us gets a happy feeling? I can’t think of a single person. And yet - after having my discus-sion with Honey Goodman and hearing about Treasure Valley Hospice’s philoso-phy, my perspective of what hospice is all about has changed. What I thought I knew was quite off-base and now, be-lieve it or not, I do not think of “instant death” as being the ideal exit.

There were two especially surprising facts I learned in this amazing interview. The first is the answer to the always-asked question: “When should hospice be called in?” My understanding was that hospice should be called about the last week – when medi-cines and usual pain killers are no longer effective, and the individual just needs help getting through those last days.

“Actually,” says Ms. Goodman, “the ideal time is when a terminal diagnosis is first made and confirmed, which could be several months or even years before death. That way hospice has plenty of time to thoroughly and completely help the person and his or her family,” she says. “We have countless resources available just for the asking, and when a family waits until the last few days; few of those can be utilized. That is a tragic waste, because patients and families struggle through on their own with no guidance or support – often making poor and/or costly decisions.”

My second revelation was that hos-pice does not cost the patient or his/her family a thing. Nothing! Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurance

plans cover hospice. Very few people realize that if hospice’s services are requested years or months rather than days before a person passes away, there is no additional cost whatsoever.

Honey proudly reports that “A big part of Treasure Valley Hospice’s job is helping families come to terms with the fact that their loved one is at the end of this life’s journey. Those conversations are some of the most meaningful parts of our work. I like setting up home hospice services for individuals facing a terminal illness because I know how the wise guidance and gentle touch of the nurses and aides can soothe and give solace to everyone involved.”

Treasure Valley Hospice is a locally owned and operated company serving the Treasure Valley and Elmore County. Call 208-467-7423 or visit the website at www.treasureValleyHospice.com


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Just having turned 70, I made the decision to take off the weight that was starting to affect my health and mobility. Without my doctor’s supervision, I mistakenly chose a self-injected hormone to begin my journey. Over the next year on a regimen that kept me going up and down in weight, I realized that it was not the answer.

In October 2011, I was introduced to alkaline water and natural supplements and that was the beginning of my healthy lifestyle journey. Over the next 6 months I lost the balance of 85 pounds that I had “packed” on over the years, bringing my weight to 145.

I decided to make a trip to the blood bank and donate blood and six weeks later received a letter from them that brought me to my knees. I had Hepatitis C. At that point I couldn’t imagine where I had contracted it, but after researching, I found that we all have it, and it can lay dormant for years. Consulting a specialist, I was told that it was most likely brought on by the hormone diet I had chosen. He said it was in the beginning stage and he would not prescribe the medicine as it was worse. My next doctor’s appointment showed I would have no long term issues with the diagnosis, thank goodness!

Fast forwarding to one month ago, I met a Synergy consultant who shared the product information at a networking event and I was interested in learning more since I had gone through all this transformation

was interested in knowing how my heart had fared. I took the non-invasive test and learned that I had the heart of a 120+ year old person and had some blockage in one area. My letter score was an F-, which I knew wasn’t good. I immediately went on the Synergy protocol and was retested in two weeks and had brought my letter score to a C. Over joyed does not describe it. One month later, two days ago, I retested and now test, having the heart of an 85 year old. Of course that still isn’t great and not near what I want to be. I am setting a goal of 35. If I can’t be there in reality at least my heart can."

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As you gather with friends and family for the holidays be mindful of small changes you may see in your aging loved ones. Are you wondering how long they will be able to live on their own?

If you notice that they are less steady on their feet, or they seem to be a bit slower in their thought processes, have increased confusion, or maybe they seem more withdrawn, it’s time to take action to help them stay independent as long as possible. The reasons for these declines are often reversible if addressed early on. Small changes can make a huge difference as to how an elderly person’s future plays out.

Nurse Savage will partner with you and your loved one to help identify areas (physical, mental, environmental and social,) that may be placing them at risk for losing their independence. With this information at hand, together you will develop a plan to address those risks and then implement the plan - moving forward

with better quality of life for your loved one. you may also want to talk with Nurse Savage about a scheduled visit package which keeps loved ones encouraged and excited about the plan to keep them independent. This is important, because sometimes plans fall by the wayside if they are not kept as a priority.

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Schedule a private consultation with Nurse Savage this Holi-day season. It is the best gift you can give your aging loved one. Remember – they supported you throughout your life,

now it’s time to honor and support them.

Don’t delay! Small things can become big things very quickly with the aging population.

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COPD; chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. COPD is a progressive disease that makes it hard to breath and gets worse over time. The symptoms of COPD are cough-ing, wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, chest discomfort and mucus production. (National Heart Lung & Blood)

The leading cause for COPD is cigarette smoking. Other related causes of COPD are long term exposure to other lung irritants such as pollution, chemical exposures, and dust.

In the USA, the term COPD includes two main conditions, emphysema and chronic bronchitis. Emphysema is damaged lung tissue between the alveoli, (small air sacs in the lungs that transfer oxygen to the blood and carbon dioxide out of the lungs).This damage to the tissue can destroy the air sacs leaving voids or large pockets in the lungs where the small air sacs should be, decreasing the ability of the lung tissue to transfer oxygen into the blood and carbon dioxide out of the lungs. Chronic bronchitis is an irritation that causes the airways to be constantly inflamed. This inflammation causes a mucus production in the airways making it hard to breath and decreasing the lumen size of the airway slowing down airflow into and out of the lungs. Frequently, people who have COPD have both of these conditions at the same time making the term COPD more accurate.

There is no cure for COPD yet, however life style changes and treatments can improve your quality of life and slow the progress of the disease. COPD is a leading cause of dis-ability and death worldwide. COPD is considered preventable and treatable, but is still substantially under diagnosed and under treated. Patients undiagnosed in early stages of COPD will progress to a more severe form of COPD which will decrease quality of life and increase health care costs. It is necessary to identify early stage patients which will require heightened COPD awareness among both patients and physicians. (Interna-tional Journal of COPD)

The internationally recognized gOLD gUIDELINES were developed to increase awareness of COPD and provide up-to-date information on management approaches. Using effective and evidence based options, including smoking cessation, exercise, edu-cation, vaccination, pulmonary rehabilitation and management of co morbidities should be considered and tailored to each individual. (International Journal of COPD)

With proper disease management, COPD patients can live longer and happier lives. For the next 19 years, approximately 10,000 people will turn 65 every day, the baby boomers. (www.pewresearch.com) Many of these retiree’s will be diagnosed with COPD and this will weigh heavy on the financial resources available for healthcare. By acting now, those resources will be better used if diagnosis and treatment begin on COPD patients before they reach a severe stage. See your healthcare provider for resources available for COPD.

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Reminiscent of “Sittin’ on the dock of the bay, watching our cares drift away,” the Southern & Island Fusion Diner offers fine soul foods made from scratch. Owner Shanaz has a Samoan heritage and a Mississippi upbringing, and she and her

husband have over 40 years of restaurant experience. The diner offers such delectables as seafood gumbo, red beans & rice, Louisiana hot links, okra, Andouille sausage, local catfish and seasonal crawfish. Other unique dishes are the Jammin’ Korean Pork Tacos, Fried Mac-n-Cheese Balls and Ain’t Yo Mama’s Hash. Come dine in or take out some of this fabulous soul food. They’re open for brunch, lunch, and dinner and even offer patio dining.

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Rice just opened near Eagle Road and State Street and serves up Korean, Chi-nese and Japanese dishes with flair. They feature Northwest Double R Ranch beef and a jumbo selection of seafood as well

as vegetarian and gluten free menu items. Average price for meals is $12.99. They also do catering for any size party and food delivery, includ-ing lunch boxes, is available within a five-mile radius. Boba smoothies and Thai teas are always available, along with a full bar with beer on tap, wine and sake. Food and Handcrafted-Cocktail Happy Hour is 4 to 7 daily, and on Thursday nights happy hour runs to closing time and features live jazz music on their covered patio, and hard alcohol is “buy one get one free” from 6 to 9. Rice is very nice!

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The nostalgic Nampa Building creates the perfect setting for Café’ de Coco. Catch up with friends and relax to the music of Ella Fitzgerald while Café de Coco’s atten-tive staff spoils you rotten. Offering “best in the world” sandwiches, a selection of savory homemade quiche, delicious soups,

and salads make for tough choices. Skip dessert? Not happening. Mouthwa-tering cinnamon rolls, chocolate cherry fudge cake, huckleberry scones with Devonshire cream and lemon curd, and strawberry-topped cheesecake make for happy patrons. On your way out, peruse gift shop jewelry, scarves, and keepsakes from one of Nampa’s favorite cafes.

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Rice Contemporary Asian Cuisine has already made its mark on the culinary culture in the Treasure Valley since their opening in February 2013. The fusion restaurant serves a variety of Chinese, Japanese, Indian, Thai, Korean, and Vietnamese foods, prepared unlike any other local venue. Not only is the faire noteworthy, but also it is paired with a unique atmosphere and modern décor with Asian influences. Patrons often photo-graph the lanterns and chandeliers. People repeatedly comment on the friendliness of the staff, which brings the restaurant to life. The chefs at Rice are continually educating themselves and improving their skills in order to provide the freshest and most authentic dishes. Rice uses local produce and partners with local farms and ranches to ensure their food is of the highest qual-ity. Since all foods are prepared fresh to order, menu items can be made more or less spicy according to guest preferences. The majority of Rice Contemporary Asian Cuisine’s dishes also have vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free options, providing a delectable alternative to suit every taste. One particular specialty is Korean Bulgogi Beef, which is a sliced rib eye steak from local Double R Ranch, which is marinated before being stir-fried without oil. It is then served on a hot plate with rice, kim chi, carrots and daikon pickle, along with Korean chili paste and romaine lettuce. This luscious entrée cannot be found at any other restaurant in the Treasure Valley.The delectable food is not the only reason to visit Rice Contemporary Asian Cuisine. The drinks and exceptional bar are reasons worth visiting on their own, not to men-tion the value. Rice has Happy Hour from 4-7; drink and appetizer specials, and even discounts during Boise State football games. They offer every feature you might want for a night out or place to watch the big game. One especially unique thing about Rice is their Thirsty Thursday, with live music from 6-9 and their “buy one, get one free” drinks. This is different from offers at other locales in that Rice includes all alcoholic drinks - even bottles of wine in this promotion. Continuing with their focus on offering local; Rice carries a variety of locally brewed beers, and wines from surrounding area vineyards. Just a few of their local offerings in-clude Payette Brewing, Sockeye Brewing, and Grand Teton. Wines include bottles from boutique wineries such as Cinder and 616 Cellar.Getting a great deal on beverages has excellent appeal, but according to the Boise Weekly’s “Best of Boise” awards, that is just the beginning. Rice Contemporary Asian Cuisine and one of their bartenders, Major Ludewig, took two of the coveted awards this year. Their specialty Lemon Basil Martini won Best Martini, while Ludewig took home the prize for Boise’s Best Bartender. Rice also placed third in the category for Best Happy Hour.

From a new take on General Chicken to Thai curries, Rice is sure to im-press, and continues to leave diners excitedly planning their next visits. Rice will cater any size party and will also host large events.

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If you haven’t been to Green Chutes and Salt lately, it’s time for you to head back. Formerly called Green Chutes/Salt Tears located at

4716 W. State Street in the Collister Shopping Center, the 12,000 square foot space is a retail mecca for local artists and art lovers. You can easily find the perfect gift or piece of art to display in your home by perusing hundreds of unique and handcrafted items for sale. You can also enjoy an espresso or a delectable meal at Salt; the café nestled within Green Chutes. Salt boasts a new head chef, Ben Thorpe, who has fully em-braced the vision of Green Chutes and has created an enviable menu. Salt’s new name communicates an elemental basic substance that we all need and can’t live without, which is what Salt and Green Chutes strives to become.

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Salt fits nicely within Green Chute’s mis-sion to be the premier modern public gathering place. Chef Ben Thorpe has introduced a seasonal food menu focusing on locally sourced produce and meat. He believes true culinary art and inspiration can be displayed by using basic elements in his dishes that he creatively presents in a flavorful way. Consider a meal of pan-seared Idaho sturgeon and butter-seared kale with pancetta and lavender compound butter, or try the special menu items offered during brunch on Saturday or Sunday. Chef Ben says, “All of the money spent here then recirculates into the Treasure Valley. We buy locally and

we encourage everyone to do it too. By coming here, you are not only supporting local artists, you are also supporting local farmers and pro-ducers.”

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local art. Joneen expresses, “Once you step into Green Chutes, your senses will rush with the sights of creativity, the sounds of spirited conversation, and the aroma of delicious dishes being served at Salt.”

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Green Chutes Artist’s Cooperative/Salt is a place to connect artists to con-sumers by providing an eclectic and enjoyable shopping and dining experi-ence. Over ninety local artists have their wares on display for purchase. On Saturdays during the Holiday season artists will be on hand in the building to demo their art. With hundreds of unique items for sale, Green Chutes has something for everyone. Some of the most interesting items for sale here include a Harley™ gasoline tank clock, and jewelry made from Legos™. Hand crafted lotions, soaps, and one of a kind pieces abound that will visually delight you. If you are looking for a unique Christmas gift for that special some-one, make Green Chutes your first stop.

The mission for Green Chutes has been to create an eclectic space for artisans and for the public by providing their patrons an environ-ment with an urban city feel combined with an industrial edgy vibe. Green Chutes Operations Manager Joneen Chapman articu-lates, “Our vision is to create a cooper-ative space that allows local art wares to be accessible to the public as well as being a viable business for our artists and artisans. We knew this could be a powerful combination and a won-derful addition to Collister Shopping Center and for the west State Street section of Boise.” She continues, “Boise has long promoted its art community and the downtown core swells with creative energy. Located less than three miles from downtown, Green Chutes combines the works of eighty to one hundred artisans, working in a variety of media.”

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