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Keziah Kariuki (4/13/18)Grass greens, teals, reds. Royal blues, purples, yellows. The walls of one room in Michelle Outman’s Cape Girardeau home look like Kenya, lined with colorful jewelry in all shades, made from recycled glass and paper beads, bones and ostrich egg shells...
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Your Summer Road Trip Playlist (4/13/18)There’s nothing that says “freedom” quite like a road trip. When viewing the countryside with good friends, music and nothing ahead except the open road and a destination still faraway, everything becomes possible; even everyday tasks fill with wonder...
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Lavender (4/13/18)You know it: some things are all show, pretty on the outside, but not so much when you dig a little deeper. Then there are those that are both beautiful and substantial. That’s lavender. It’s a versatile, tried-and-true plant: Egyptians used it for embalming in ancient times, the Arabs used it for medicinal purposes in the 10th century and the British used it for perfume and furniture polish during the Victorian Era. ...
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Coloring is Fun (4/13/18)I think it’s beneficial to color because kids have dreams to be good at art and I do, too. It helps kids get better at coloring in the lines, and it helps kids in school. Kids use math for art, and it also helps some kids focus in school. You can show your true colors in art...
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One Woman's Trash (4/13/18)Hannah March Sanders is a Cape Girardeau artist who focuses on environmental issues in her work. Also a professor of art at Southeast Missouri State University and area head of printmaking, as well as the letterpress area coordinator of Catapult Press at Catapult Creative House, Sanders uses upcycled and repurposed fabrics in her work. ...
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Where Does Our Trash Go? (4/13/18)Here’s a confession: I don’t recycle. I did during graduate school, when there was a recycling bin right outside my door, and a truck came and picked it up once a week. Now, though, I live in a rural area with no bins and no recycling routes. For some reason, sorting my trash and taking it a few miles out of my way seems like too much effort...
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Getting Shady (4/13/18)Calypso, peppercorn, geranium — names of all the beautiful colors you remember using on your art project that your mom proudly hung on the refrigerator for days, until slipping it into the trash can when you weren’t looking, right? Yeah, probably not...
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The Feel Good (4/13/18)Everyone else hunches shoulders, huddles in jacket hoods, hides under umbrellas protecting skin made to touch. The wet is unpleasant. Stay inside, they say, or, get where you’re going, get there as fast as possible. We have been taught to run. But, you...
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Hey Beautiful (4/13/18)When it comes to beauty, I’ve always maintained the notion that one can make style their own, which is why fashion remains one of my passions. However, I have to admit that I’m somewhat of an amateur when it comes to curating the most euphoric color combinations...
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Needle and Thread (4/13/18)It’s been said that every person has a story to tell, and it turns out that the same may be true for every quilt. Full of color, comfort and love, handmade quilts — and the women who make them — seem to have found a way to preserve a part of past tradition, while leaving a legacy for the future...
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From the Editor (4/13/18)When I was sixteen, my summer camp student advisor gave me a yellow-green crayon and said it described me — always new, always forgiving. Like spring. I was disappointed. Yellow-green? I would much rather have been given the black crayon, classy and sophisticated like Rukhaiya, or the orange crayon, vibrant and outgoing, like Rachel. Or purple, beautiful and poised, like Beth...
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The every-morning marathon (3/10/18)Mornings at my house are like running a marathon. The alarm goes off and up I go running into the day with a list of 1,000 things that need done while my husband rolls over, yawns, stretches, and meanders over to the closet to get dressed. I rush to let the dogs out, pack school lunches, feed the cat, make sure all permission slips and homework sheets are signed, and somewhere in there find time to make myself a cup of coffee. ...
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From the editor (2/12/18)My most treasured possession is a ring made from a spoon. When it was still a straight, long rectangular handle, cupped like a palm at the end, it belonged to either my great-grandma or my grandma, who both passed away before I was two years old. My grandmas were farm women who dedicated their lives to caring for their families without asking for recognition. They knew what it meant to conserve and innovate, to touch dirt and be filled with quiet joy.
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The Slow Fashion Movement (2/12/18)Touch your shirt. Someone had a hand in making it. Think of your shirt like a letter. From a woman you don't know, and now her handiwork is wrapped around you, your body, in this place, like a hug. Think of it as a hug. From a woman in India. China. Bangladesh. Maybe she has a child or two, whom she loves like you love whomever you love most. Maybe she woke up late this morning and it was chaotic for her to put on pants, sweep her hair back, try to scrape together breakfast for her kids.
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Shaping your children (2/12/18)Hopefully as you’re reading this, the springtime is almost here and another cold winter will soon be behind us. If you’re like my family, a little extra space from each other sounds like a pretty good idea. Springtime has always symbolized a time of growth, exploration and adventure for me. I grew up in the country. More significantly, I grew up at a time when kids actually went outside to play. In so many ways, I think it was a much healthier way for a kid to grow up...
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Smart, messy, fun (2/12/18)What does it feel like to shape the tactile medium of clay? Artist Candace Taylor talks process in working at the wheel and how the insights she gains from it apply to everyday life --- The way it feels in your hands. It's the most hands-on medium. I also like how messy you can get. ...
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Take care of your body (2/12/18)Being healthy doesn’t mean you have to give up all bad foods and do hours of exercise each day. Food is a fuel your body needs to function properly, and it shouldn’t be used as a treat. Your source of foods should come primarily from proteins, veggies and clean carbs, such as chicken, fish, green veggies, sweet potatoes and brown rice. You can still have that burger and ice cream once in a while, just not daily...
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Bras, Breasts and How They Fit Together (2/12/18)They nourish, they jiggle, they hang low and high, and we are thankful when we find out they’re healthy — these are breasts we’re talking about, and they come in all shapes and sizes. This can make shopping for bras a nightmare. From buying the wrong size to not knowing what works best for your breast shape (yep, there are specific breast shapes), bra shopping can be a challenge...
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Feel Free to Browse Around (2/12/18)Eyebrows are one of the most prominent features on our face. Having a well-groomed brow can accentuate your eyes, shape your face and communicate emotion. The shape of today’s brows are full and groomed. There are three main parts of your brow — the starting point, the arch, and the ending point. Finding your brow shape is easy with these guidelines:...
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Roar of a Tiger, Beauty of a Lily (2/12/18)Looking back, the middle-school years were the most socially difficult years of my life. I was trying to figure out who I wanted to be — I was not quite a kid, but I was still far from “adulting.” Don’t get me wrong. I had an amazing childhood, but those years were hard, and if I had a do-over button, I would start there, because what I know now is those years matter. They matter a lot...
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LaKenya Taylor helps found Pad It program, publishes new book (11/10/17)LaKenya Taylor of Cape Girardeau came up with a concept a couple of years ago called Pad It that has helped hundreds of low-income women and girls in the area obtain free feminine products. "About two years ago, I had this thought," Taylor says. "My husband is the pastor at Lighthouse Cape Church, and I wanted to figure out a way to provide free feminine products to women in Mended Hearts Recovery (an alcoholism treatment center in Cape), and the Safe House for Women."...
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The local bee keepers (11/10/17)A “Certified Bee Friendly Farm” sign hangs on Jodi Freeman’s chicken coop in her garden to note she doesn’t use chemicals and pesticides on her plants so as to not harm her honeybees. Freeman, who has lived in Cape Girardeau for the past nine years, is one of many beekeepers in the area. She first became interested in beekeeping in 2015 after seeing an advertisement for a beehive startup business on Facebook. "It was Flow Hive, it was a company out of Australia and they had done their startup campaign and they had this video and they showed the mechanisms of how the flow hive worked and how it was not harming the bees," she says...
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Chantelle Becking strives to make a difference through her family and community (11/10/17)She describes herself as a one-time business woman for a Fortune 500 company who might be annoyed by a woman with a child sitting behind her on an airplane. For those familiar with Becking, her self-assessment might bring a smile. If the 1992 graduate of Dexter High School were as depicted, she surely crash landed somewhere along the way...
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Vicki Moldenhauer: Fighting more than just fires (11/10/17)Vicki Moldenhauer says she will never forget the feeling of helplessness she had after her grandfather’s truck was hit by a train. Though he survived the crash, she said she was at a loss for to how to help him. "It was the most helpless feeling that I'd ever had in my life that I couldn't help someone that I loved so much," she says. It was a feeling she never wanted to have again, and has since dedicated her life's work to helping people in times of crisis...
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Merchentice: Red, red and more red! Wintery trends for your closet and makeup drawer (11/10/17)First of all, RED. Yes, ALL of the red. Head-to-toe red. Layers of the red. Cherry on cherry. Fire-engine on oxblood. Candy apple on burgundy. It's on every runway, and in every fashion blog and magazine right now. And when it comes to red this winter, make no mistake about it, more is more...
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Focus on simplicity when decorating for the holidays with limited space (11/10/17)In the words of local interior designer Angela Francis of Angela Francis Interiors LLC, "downsizing is a mindset." As time goes on, downsizing and de-cluttering living spaces has become a growing trend. With books like "The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up" and "Spark Joy" by Marie Kondo and the rising popularity of small and tiny homes, the idea of organizing and cutting down on possessions has continued to grow...
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Area organizations provide opportunities for community members to give back during holiday season (11/10/17)n Cape Bible Chapel at 2911 Kage Road in Cape Girardeau n St. Paul Lutheran Church at 223 W. Adams St. in Jackson n Wesley United Methodist Church at 142 Carnation Lane in Jackson n Charleston Baptist Association at 4855 State Highway 77 in Benton, Missouri...
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Nutritious and delicious holiday dishes for those with dietary restrictions (11/10/17)The holiday season is nearly upon us and everyone is busy planning for parties, get-togethers and, of course, family dinners. When planning any event, it is considerate to make provisions for those with special diet concerns or choose to practice various eating habits...
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Beautiful trends and tips for how to make the perfect accent wreath this season (11/10/17)It's the first thing you notice when you walk up to someone's front door -- their door wreath! Two local experts share their tips and tricks on how to make a beautiful, custom wreath, plus new trends for the upcoming holiday season. Making a beautifully stylish custom wreath can be simpler than one thinks, according to Linda McKinnis, owner of Design Exclusive LLC in Cape Girardeau...
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Get planning: tips for traveling during the holidays (11/10/17)The thought of traveling during the holidays can seem like a nightmare for some, with costs being high and having to deal with all of the crowds. What are some tricks to finding the best deals and avoiding the most congested times and areas? Several local travel experts weigh in on the subject...
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Holiday events throughout the winter season (11/10/17)Editor's note: This is a partial list of holiday events available at press time. To search for or add a holiday event, visit www.semoevents.com. 26th annual Parade of Lights 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 26, downtown Cape Girardeau The parade begins at 5 p.m. or as soon as dusk arrives. The route starts at Capaha Park, proceeds down Broadway, turns right on Main Street and ends at Merriwether Street. This year's theme is "Christmas Fantasy." Old Town Cape presents the event...
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Paws & Effect: Winterizing your pet (11/10/17)As a responsible pet parent, now is the perfect time to prepare your pet for the winter ahead. It's safe to say we all know to keep our fur babies inside when there's snow and ice on the ground, but what about those not-so-obvious things? Play time Despite the temperatures, dogs (especially) need exercise. ...
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Teaching kids gratitude (11/10/17)The holiday season is here. And I bet you've already noticed the change that usually takes place this time of year. Everyone seems a little happier, a little more pleasant ... and a little more giving than they are the rest of the year. The bell ringers in front of the retail stores signal a great time to teach your kids all about gratitude...
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Beauty oils to benefit skin (11/10/17)Only in the past couple of years have we seen the word "oil" in the beauty industry as being a beneficial product to have in your beauty arsenal. Usually, if someone said they were going to put oil on their face prior to, or mixed in with their foundation, we would probably turn on our heels and run the other way. ...
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What are you thinking about? (11/10/17)Friends and family have remarked that I have a great memory. I think this is arguable, as I have a lot of trouble learning my students' names and just when I can remember them, the semester ends and I promptly forget almost all of them. Some might say this is my brain being efficient about what information I need to hang on to, but why is what we ate or wore at an event a couple decades ago any more important? But, even when I do have sharp memories, I only have pieces of the puzzle. ...
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Column: Grateful moments from 2017 (11/10/17)Through the good times and the stressful, I continue to be ecstatic and grateful for this position at the helm of our Flourish team at the Southeast Missourian. We've seen quite a few changes and moments of growth throughout this year, and are looking forward to tackling the challenges of the next...
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Carrie Holland assists area children, provides peace of mind for families (11/10/17)A process coordinator and psychological examiner for Jackson R-2 School District, Holland's work has two main areas of focus: early childhood development and working with older students who might show signs of emotional or developmental concerns. She's the coordinator for the Early Childhood Special Education Center in East Elementary, with certified early childhood staff, speech/language pathologists and other specially trained people who can provide services designed to detect potential issues and work with students from an early age.. ...
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Combining modern and nostalgic: Emily Colbert creates lifestyle, fashion blog Rag + Relic (11/10/17)Sewing and a creative nature run in the family for Emily Colbert. "Growing up, my grandma, when I would go stay with her we would sew," she says. "She would give me pieces of cloth that had a pattern on it and you would just needle and thread, and you would just sew it. And she actually kept all of them and gave me a baby blanket for my son when I had him four years ago."...
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Chipped Nails: Silence a squeaky floorboard (11/10/17)In the picture, I am carefully pounding a nail into a split floorboard while Daddy supervises my work through reading glasses. Thirty-eight years later, I still remember how excited I was as I used both hands to control the hammer while I tapped that nail into that little sliver of wood...
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Fourth-grade teacher Andrea Cox teaches students how to code, adapt to new technology (11/10/17)She has a deep passion for technology, and both her parents worked with computers while in the military. Her father works for MasterCard, for whom he does computer coding. "My parents were surprised, too," Cox says with a laugh when her choice of profession is brought up...
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A winter's tale ~ Flourish magazine (11/10/17)The Snow Angel "Downy flakes fall swiftly past the glow of the streetlight. A sprinkle of white flurries cast against the dark of night. The snow is crisp The stars are bright. I spread my arms and I take flight. Wings fluttering as I fly, up into the evening sky." ~ Christy Ann Martine Styled by: Rachel McNeely, Logan Young. Models: McKena Sharp, Cesia Watkins, Anna Mae Zembsch. Shot in the Southeast Missourian photo studio. Hair: Anna styled by Tanya Koerner and Cesia styled by Taylor Hendershott at JCPenney Salon; McKena's hair self-styled. Makeup: Styled by McKena Sharp LE.
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Herping in Cape Girardeau County (8/2/17)
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Life coach Marlie Love works to motivate and help young people hone their natural strengths (8/1/17)By Suzanne Thompson Cozza Marlie Love used to work a desk job, but she realized she wasn't living her purpose in life. "I knew there was no way I could do that for 30 years," she says. She decided to make changes in her life. She went back to college and earned her graduate degree in positive psychology at Southeast Missouri State University. Afterward, she was mentored by Cindy Loughran, a certified life coach based in Boston...
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Gabriela Castillo creates handcrafted jewelry, canvases and signs for small business Sunkissed Creationz (8/1/17)It all started with a leather cuff on a stranger's wrist. Last summer, Gabriela Castillo, owner of Sunkissed Creationz, noticed a lot of girls wearing leather cuffs as bracelets, and she says she thought, "I could do that!" Not just wear them, that is, but make them, too...
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Jordyn Richmond and Anna Mae Zembsch handle snakes and misconceptions about the species (8/1/17)Jordyn Richmond and Anna Mae Zembsch both note the obvious characteristics of snakes that set them apart: no arms, no legs. In turn, snakes may have their own unique observations about the two Cape Girardeau Central High School graduates that differentiates them from most others out "herping": They're women...
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Paws & Effect: Service dog vs. therapy dog vs. emotional support dog: What's the difference? (8/1/17)More and more, we are seeing individuals using dogs (and other animals) to help them cope with life's challenges. Dogs have become an integral part of our lives and can help us in many ways. Differentiating between service dogs, therapy dogs and emotional support dogs can be difficult and, unfortunately, either people don't know the difference or others are trying to take advantage of that very fact. ...
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Simmons family teaches martial arts, hosts free community self-defense workshops (8/1/17)By Jeff Breer There's a reason it's called Simmons Family Martial Arts. Caitlin Taylor, the youngest daughter of owners and instructors Mike and Lisa Simmons, is a 25-year-old black belt instructor at the karate studio. They jokingly say "Cait" has been involved in martial arts for 25 years and nine months. That's because Lisa, a third-degree black belt and 31-year year veteran of the sport, continued to take karate lessons while pregnant with Caitlin...
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Voices for Children/CASA organization to host polo match fundraiser, continue advocacy for children (8/1/17)By Marybeth Niederkorn A polo classic and fun will, organizers hope, bring in funds and awareness for Voices for Children/CASA of Southeast Missouri. The classic will be held Aug. 26 at the Little Egypt Polo Club in Cape Girardeau, and features a competitive polo match, hors d'oeuvres, dinner, music by Shades of Soul and a champagne divot stomp after the match...
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Merchentice: Say 'Hello' to these fall fashion trends (8/1/17)For many, fall is bittersweet. Saying "Goodbye" to hard-earned tan lines and flip flops, but "Hello" to oversized sweaters and hoodies, and the cool-weather comfort foods that make the extra layers so necessary. This fall, like many before it, you can expect the return of all the familiar favorites like flannels, boots and pumpkin-flavored... ...
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Physics professor Margaret Hill educates area about upcoming solar eclipse (8/1/17)Balls of fire vary in size. There is the sun, with a diameter of more than 864,000 miles. And then there's Margaret Hill, who stands 4-foot-something. The former is the energetic core of our solar system and has been the topic of much discussion with a total eclipse to occur over parts of this region on Aug. 21, and the latter is a physics professor at Southeast Missouri State University who has been leading some of the public education about the event...
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Julie Weathers recently named chair of Department of Agriculture at Southeast (8/1/17)Julie Weathers has been around animals and agriculture her entire life. "I grew up on a cattle and swine farm, and my dad was a high-school [agriculture] teacher, so I've always been a part of agriculture, it's just part of who I am," says Weathers, the first female chair of the Department of Agriculture at Southeast Missouri State University...
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The Five of Clubbs: The best club (8/1/17)"Cousins are like celebrities for little kids." -- Jim Gaffigan Much has been written about the decline of the extended family. The "Encyclopedia of World Problems and Human Potential" even gives the decline its own entry and lists the cause: "the splitting up of the nuclear family ... ...
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The Beauty Counter: Multitasking products for those busy and on a budget (8/1/17)With each passing year I feel my life flies past me faster than a speeding bullet. The hours in a day get shorter and shorter while my responsibilities as a wife, mother and business owner become greater and greater, leaving me so frazzled and desperate at the end of the day wishing I had an extra 15 hours to get everything I needed to do that day completed. ...
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Dragonfly Designs owner Dani Dunn finds solace in literature, support from family and community after loss (8/1/17)Dani Dunn is the owner and designer of Dragonfly Designs, located at 2370 N. High St. Suite No. 4 in Jackson. The business offers custom vinyl items, paint parties and DIY workshops, and specializes in custom wedding gifts, memorial items, customized T-shirts, tumblers, wine glasses, beer mugs, ornaments and floating frames...
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Chipped Nails: Installing a vinyl floor is a simple, inexpensive project (8/1/17)My first inkling that the previous owner of our adorable little Craftsman bungalow might not have been the next Bob Vila came a week or so after we moved in, when I walked across the kitchen floor and heard a series of popping sounds. I glanced down and realized what I'd heard was the grout in the brand-new tile floor cracking and popping up like popcorn...
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5 tips for parenting a child with separation anxiety (8/1/17)It's that time of year again. A new school year is beginning and many of you can relate to this scenario: You're trying to get ready for work and you're already running 10 minutes behind schedule. You tell your 6-year-old daughter it's almost time to leave for school and it begins...
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Chara Palmer shares experiences from more than 15 years of work at Skyview Animal Clinic (8/1/17)Chara Palmer has worked at Skyview Animal Clinic, located at 2139 Megan Drive in Cape Girardeau, since 2001 and she is the current practice manager there. "I started working there as soon as I graduated from high school," says Palmer, who is now 35 years old. ...
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Pre- and postnatal yoga can help moms retain flexibility, fitness and connect with baby (4/21/17)It's generally accepted that exercise during pregnancy is a good thing. Yoga is an ancient Indian form of exercise that emphasizes a person's well-being as a whole -- body and mind. It includes breath control, meditation and practicing various body poses...
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Shades of Summer (4/21/17)Stylish sunglasses to make you look glamorous
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Dawn Bollinger gives first-hand account of experience as an exchange student in Taiwan (4/21/17)For nearly three decades, I have taught. Being an instructor presents its own unique challenges and joys, but so does being a student. About four years ago, I enrolled in the MATESOL (Master of Arts in teaching speakers of other languages English) at Southeast Missouri State University. ...
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Finding time to unplug and recharge without electronics (4/21/17)Recharging. It's something anybody with a mobile electronic device is familiar. We all know the routine, plug it in before you go to bed and wake up with a full charge. For the user, it's not always quite as simple. While technology has become integral to everyday life, making many tasks much easier -- "Look, Mom, I ordered a pizza through my app" -- it does have a downside...
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Local teen and martial artist Skylar Ponder takes to the mat (4/21/17)Universal Martial Arts owner Bill Johns has made an interesting observation over the years. "Honestly, some of our best girls have been either cheerleaders or in gymnastics," says Johns, smiling as he delivered the unexpected words about the clientele that have taken his mixed martial arts classes...
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Local counselor Maryann Robertson works to empower area women (4/21/17)Maryann Robertson is a licensed professional counselor, and she has done counseling for the Safe House for Women for the past six years. "I was kind of a late bloomer," Robertson says. "When I went back to grad school, I realized there was such a need for empowering women ..."...
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Melissa LaPlant named manager of Charles Hutson Horticulture Greenhouse at Southeast (4/21/17)As she unloaded flats of tulips for an upcoming department banquet, Melissa LaPlant brushed soil from her shirt and talked about how excited she was to be manager of the Charles Hutson Horticulture Greenhouse at Southeast Missouri State University. "It's like coming home," she says, and it's not hard to see why...
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Cape Girardeau Safe House for Women celebrates 25 years of service to community (4/21/17)The Safe House for Women, with offices located at 230 N. Spring St. in Cape Girardeau, has served the community for the last 25 years. "Our mission is to provide safe refuge and support services for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence or stalking," says Jessica Hill, executive director of the Safe House. ...
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Paws and Effect: Doing it for the kitties (4/21/17)What do you know about cats? If you are a "cat person," you probably know what food your picky cat prefers and where he likes to be scratched, but do you REALLY know about cats? Cats were domesticated by humans more than 4,000 years ago. The ancient Egyptians were actually the first to keep and use cats to control vermin and other pests to protect their food supply. In ancient Egypt, the cat was revered as a hunter and worshipped as gods and goddesses...
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Merchentice: Trends for the season (4/21/17)If the weather lately has taught us anything, it is that Mother Nature is a lot like someone who has the gall to eat a Kit-Kat by biting it whole (barbarian), she cannot be trusted. Hanging on to the last bit of frigid temperatures she can get her icy-cold fingernails dug into, she has us more than a little hesitant to flip our closets in preparation for warmer weather. Needless to say, Mr. Easter bunny may not have been the only one wearing fur this year, am I right, people?...
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Going lean: Tracey Tripp discusses benefits to reducing red meat intake (4/21/17)Reducing red meat intake is a good idea, but why? Tracey Tripp is a registered dietitian nutritionist with Aging Matters in Cape Girardeau, and she says while there are conflicting studies, two things pop up time and time again. "Lower intake of red, processed meats seems associated with lower risk for certain types of cancer, like colorectal cancer, and a lower risk for heart disease."...
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Karel Edgar flourishes in landscaping business, part-time work for state conservation department (4/21/17)It's a busy time of year for area native Karel Edgar as she heads into the spring and summer months at the helm of her landscaping business, Ready to Grow. "Spring is the time when it picks up a lot," she says. Edgar gained an early appreciation for the outdoors from her grandparents...
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The Beauty Counter: Addressing common bridal makeup concerns (4/21/17)In my career as a makeup artist, I have to say that my favorite time is wedding season. I get to be a part of someone's life in a very special way by helping them look their absolute best. I also get a lot of questions from my bridal clients regarding their makeup for that day. ...
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Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center offers opportunities for children, parents to learn about conservation (4/21/17)Parents are constantly teaching their children, and conservation should be included in those life lessons. There are programs that can help, and the bonus is that in the process, parents may just learn something themselves. "Conservation is about building a relationship with the land, and caring enough that when you grow up you make the right choices, whether you are a farmer or live in the city," says Michelle Randecker, who has a Bachelor of Science degree in environmental education and a master's in curriculum and instruction with a focus in environmental education.. ...
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Good, clean fun: Entertain the kids and get a jump-start on the laundry with this homemade detergent (4/21/17)Children like to get dirty. Children also like to blow things up. What, then, could be better than letting children blow things up in the name of science while mixing up a batch of cheap, environmentally-friendly laundry detergent that will help get their clothes clean after a spring day spent playing in the dirt?...
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Five of Clubbs: Forty-one years young (4/21/17)"Face it girls, I'm older and I have more insurance." -- Evelyn Couch, "Fried Green Tomatoes" I don't think I would ever go so far as to repeatedly rear end the car of someone who took my parking spot (even if its occupants told me they were younger and faster) like Evelyn did in this movie. ...
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Chipped Nails: Make your own pond filter (4/21/17)I'm not girly. I buy my shampoo at the feed store. I loathe shoe shopping so much, I've been wearing the same pair of Birkenstock clogs since 1999. And the only makeup I currently own is a tube of lip gloss I bought because I noticed the rigid plastic tube was just the right size and shape to double as a self-defense weapon if somebody were fool enough to attack me...
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5 tips for parenting an argumentative, defiant child (4/21/17)Parenting an argumentative child can be very demanding and stressful. It often leads a parent to ask, "Why won't you just listen to me?" Arguing and defiance comes in varying levels. From the minor arguing that isn't much more than an inconvenience to the child who could, or does, meet criteria for Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD). Let's look at some simple tips you can try to make things go a little smoother...
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Nail trends for spring ~ Flourish magazine (2/2/17)Nailed It!: Beautiful and bright nail trends for spring Photography: Laura Simon; Nail work done by: Abbie Nguyen at King Nails, Lindsey Strubbe at Belladona Salon & Spa, Kailyn Ngo at Happy Nails Salon and TJ Truong at Jackson Nails; Modeled by: Stephanie Bird, Jordyn Richmond, Sana Saeed-Ahmed and Halle Brown in the Southeast Missourian photo studio. Flowers and gold earrings on Jordyn provided by Mother Earth at The Indie House; Jewelry provided by Gabriella Costello of sunkissed creationz, sold at Brickwood Boutique at The Indie House in Cape Girardeau.
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Changes in your household?: Tips for updating your insurance (2/1/17)The American household is changing. The typical single-family home has evolved in the 21st century. Today, it's not uncommon for older parents to move in with their grown children, and with the combined rise in housing costs and debt from college loans, more college graduates are moving home with their parents. ...
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Healthy cooking: Ingredient substitutions and smart food swaps (2/1/17)Creamy sauces, cookies, casseroles and cakes -- as temperatures drop, it's natural to crave favorite comfort foods. However, it's easy to overindulge on rich dishes and decadent desserts, especially if you're hosting a gathering of friends and family. How can you enjoy amazing foods while bumping up the health quotient?...
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‘A life-changing adventure’: Area native Kristen Dippold discusses trials and triumphs of hiking the Appalachian Trail (2/1/17)Kristen Dippold of Thebes, Illinois, first met a through-hiker while on a trail near her college in Georgia. He was a stranger, obviously, but there was something else about him she didn't recognize. "How full of life he was," she recalled. "How full of energy."...
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Five of Clubbs: Ordinary time (2/1/17)A couple of Decembers ago, after we started the month with a Christmas party for my mom's side of the family in my hometown of Kankakee, Illinois, my Uncle Denny sent me a Facebook message. He had given my son Eli a ride, along with his grandsons, at one point during the festivities, and they had discussed the upcoming holiday. ...
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Ask a designer: Designing a functional yet stylish mudroom (2/1/17)Associated Press Mudrooms have been a staple of large houses, especially in climates with plenty of rain and snow. But increasingly, a mudroom has become a design essential even for apartment dwellers and those with small homes. "Just like the kitchen has become so central to how everybody uses their home and lives their lives, a mudroom has become an expectation," says designer Vern Yip, an HGTV host and author of the new book "Vern Yip's Design Wise" (Running Press)...
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The Beauty Counter: Color concealor 101 (2/1/17)Being a makeup artist is comprised of more than just understanding how to apply an eyeliner without making someone look like they're growing wings and flying away. It is, in my opinion, one of the top five resources makeup artists should always have in their arsenal. ...
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Getting Away: Why you should take a vacation and how to do it (2/1/17)Associated Press It's summer time and the living is ... not so easy for some. American workers have been taking less and less vacation over the past 15 years. A study by Project: Time Off found that in 2015, more than half of American workers left vacation time unused...
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Area counselor Gina Crowley and local parents provide tips and advice for co-parenting in blended families (2/1/17)Blended families, which are defined as families consisting of a couple and their children from current and previous marriages or relationships, are becoming more and more common. And, in these families, kids often travel from one parent's home to the other. ...
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7 tips for parenting a child with ADHD (2/1/17)Parenting a child with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the more challenging, yet rewarding jobs a parent can face. I often hear parents tell me they literally dread the phone ringing during school hours. And I understand where they're coming from...
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On the horizon: Local travel trends for 2017 (2/1/17)Carolyn Sandgren (Kempf) of Elite Travel Inc. in Cape Girardeau, says she sees several trends moving forward in 2017. "I'd say a lot of people are excited about traveling to Cuba right now," she says. "For so long, travel there wasn't possible, then about a year ago when it did open, there were so many restrictions and it was so expensive that a lot of people didn't go. ...
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‘Walking side by side’: Community members unite to encourage peace through SNAP organization (2/1/17)Felice Roberson lost her son to gun violence in Cape Girardeau in November 2015. Quinton David Combs had been at an outdoor party on the 500 block of South Frederick Street when someone started shooting. She says that while it's hard knowing her son's killer hasn't answered for the crime yet, it's almost harder to accept the fact that none of the scores of people who were there during the shooting came forward to name the perpetrator to police...
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Getting to the point: Local individuals look to acupuncture, alternative methods for healing (2/1/17)Dr. Anne Heisserer talks freely with her patient as she glides about her business, first inserting needles into his toes, feet, arms, ears and forehead before finishing with the scalp. As much as the pins piercing the skin catch one's fascination, the absence of reaction is just as noticeable...
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Pursuing ambitions: Local entrepreneurs are part of a growing trend toward female-owned businesses (2/1/17)Becky Brown, Katelin Robinson and Christy Smith have several things in common. All are college educated to a degree, but none obtained a degree. But that has not prevented all three from owning their own businesses in Cape Girardeau. Brown runs a bakery operation, Cakes Reanimated, from her home; Robinson owns a novelty tobacco store, Glassroots; and Smith has been nursing a tropical-plant store, The Plant Lady's Corner, for more than a decade...
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Meet Adrienne Ross: 2017 Flourish Women’s Summit speaker (2/1/17)New York native Adrienne Ross has lived in Cape Girardeau for the past three years and already has had a lasting effect on the community. With an 18-year career as an educator in New York under her belt, Ross decided to uproot and move to Southeast Missouri to forge a new path, a decision she considers a "God-thing." Now a writer and motivational speaker, Ross uses her words to motivate and help improve the lives of others on a broader scale. ...
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Paws & Effect: What you need to know about pet food (2/1/17)The pet food business has evolved into a cut-throat industry over the past dozen or so years. We spent $12 billion on commercial pet foods each year, but what are we (and our pets) getting in return? How can we know they are creating a quality product to feed to our furry family members?...
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MerchEntice: 'Tis the season for shabby chic (12/16/16)'Tis the season to (fill in the blank). Eat that. Buy that. Try that. Wear that. So many traditions are being practiced this time of year. Some loved. Some enjoyed. Some endured. The holiday season can undeniably be described as a cocktail of stress and tension, shaken, not stirred, served over ice ... ...
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Cozy winter fashion ~ Flourish magazine (11/10/16)Happy campers: Cozy styles for outdoor fun Photography by: Laura Simon Styling by: Brandon Whitaker Modeled by: Leslee Ricketts and Shalyn Tucker Shot on location in rural Cape Girardeau County with Leslee's refurbished 1962 Shasta camper, nicknamed "Alma"
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Parents: Are you guilty of arguing in front of your kids? (Part 2) (11/10/16)In the last issue, we covered some of the effects parental conflict can have on children. This time we'll cover ways to at least reduce the harm caused by such arguing and conflict -- and, in certain cases, if done correctly, ways of handling conflict that can actually model for your child appropriate conflict resolution and problem-solving skills they can use themselves...
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The Beauty Counter: How to rock a red lipstick (11/10/16)It is my firm belief that wearing red lipstick can be as effective as changing from an office pantsuit into a slinky LBD (little black dress). That being said, one of the biggest fears I hear from women is they are terrified of how they will look in a red or dark-colored lipstick. ...
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Five ways to say goodbye to your 'sad desk lunch' (11/10/16)You're running out the door, already late and thinking about that important 8 a.m. meeting. Lunch is the last thing on your mind. In fact, you usually just pick something up from the deli line or local fast food place and hurry back to your desk. Sound familiar? You're not alone. ...
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Cape Girardeau women hit the bodybuilding circuit with strength and determination (11/10/16)Several months ago, Tara Landewee wrote her goal of appearing in a bikini bodybuilding competition on the goals board in the Osage Centre fitness room. A graduate of Southeast Missouri State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in health management with an option in health promotion, Landewee has been focused on her health and working out for most of her life...
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Holiday kitchen disaster? We've got a fix for that! (11/10/16)If you're planning to entertain at home this holiday season, you'd be wise to bear in mind the words of Julia Child: "Never apologize. Never explain." Because something is going to go wrong. Something always does. But that doesn't mean you need to tell the world. ...
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Go stuff it! Or not. Either way, this stuffing is delicious (11/9/16)To brine or not to brine? High heat or low and slow? Jellied or whole berry? And of course, to stuff or not to stuff? They are, of course, the perennial Thanksgiving debates. So let us give you a little clarity this year. And if your relatives disagree and want to argue about it, you can blame us...