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Archival Back Issue: 2009 - 09 September
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FEATURES 16 Wild Bird Store Pat Anderson purchased the Jim Gilbert's Wild Bird Store five years ago. The store includes an eclectic array of items that include birding supplies, gift items and home accessories. 26 Part 3: Art Showcase Southern Minnesota offers exceptional art galleries and art centers featuring the work of diverse local, national and international artists. 38 Sunnyside Alpacas The Killion family from North Mankato, Minnesota has fallen for alpacas - their gentle nature and their curious personalities. 43 Junk Mail Gems Gretchen Fleener uses her creativity to turn useless junk mail into unique products. 51 A Recreated Path Professional motorcycle racer Jessica Zalusky had plans for one more racing season when, at 32 years old, she suffered from a stroke. THIS MONTH 12 Local Attractions 12 What Are You Reading? HEALTH 20 Living with MS 25 Afraid to Cough or Sneeze? HOME 32 Recovering Space WORK 48 I Shop Ugly 50 The Importance of a Good Handbook and Job Descriptions SELF 56 Lovin' Dublin 58 Meet a Subscriber 59 Ask the Coach: Inspired Leadership 61 Resolve Your Conflicts with 3 Easy Steps 62 Finding a Loss Every Issue: 4 Win a $1,000 Shopping Spree 8 From the Editor 10 Contributing Writers 60 Contest Rules 63 Shopping Cart
Archival Back Issue: 2009 - 10 October
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FEATURES 26 Ein Plein Aire Brush Strokes translate to beautiful art when Mary Pettis takes her easel outside and paints outdoors. 34 Cottage Industry Three local women turn their creative talents into home-based businesses. 45 Out of the Storm, Into the Calm Kristi Krengel shares her journey of grief after losing her infant daughter Hannah. 49 Dual Careers, Dual Coastlines Pam Gillespie is a successful realtor and the woman Gap calls when they are doing photo shoots for their baby and kids advertising campaign.
THIS MONTH 12 Unique Collection Spawns Vintage Hollywood Store
HEALTH 20 Test of Endurance 23 ER Vs. Urgent Care
HOME 30 Feng Shui Starts at your Front Door
WORK 40 Old Mill New Life 44 Employee vs. Independent Contractor Lifestyle 52 From Online to In Love 56 Meet a Subscriber 57 Renew Refresh De-Stress 59 Kindness is Contagious 62 Family Flying is Fun
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Archival Back Issue: 2009 - 11 November
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FEATURES 12 The Power of Mentoring Four women mentors relate the importance and the value of sharing experiences. 20 Fashion Forward Boutique Awaits You in Stillwater Sisters Liesl Benson and Kirsta Benson Sanchez offer designer fashion at their clothing boutique. 34 A Woman of Perseverance Turning 100 years old in December, Tillie Fleming shares her life story. 42 Zambian Children's Fund Carol McBrady works in the streets of Zambia to give sick and at risk youth a chance at health, education and community.
HEALTH 18 Fatigue: Is It Something You Can Manage? 19 The Flu and You
HOME 26 The Do's and Don'ts of Additions 29 The Peacock Inn Bed and Breakfast
WORK 38 Bringing it Home to Morristown 41 Health Savings Account: The Future of Health Benefits?
Lifestyle 48 Flores Guatemala 52 Meet a Subscriber 53 Happiness is Wanting What You Have 55 Ask the Coach: Trusting and Inspiring Trust 57 Holiday 2009 Trends 58 Love and the Art of Letter Writing Part 2
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Archival Back Issue: 2009 - 12 December
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FEATURES 15 Soaring Soprano As the original voice of Riverdance, Katie McMahon has been heard by millions. 22 A Wild Wind Habit Sled dog racing has become a way of life for Aaron and Natalie Harwood who raise purebred Siberian Huskies. 38 Mission Heart After nine years as a Campus Crusade staff member, Shanda Cutler moves on to nursing school and reflects on her time in ministry. 46 The Fighting Princess Ireland Born December 15, 2007, Ireland Kay Meyer has shown her family how precious and fragile life is.
THIS MONTH 12 Sheppard Girls
HEALTH 18 How to Stay Healthy When Those Around You Aren't
HOME 28 Victorian House on Winter's Eve 35 Gifts from the Kitchen
WORK 42 Capturing Precious Moments 44 Defining "Total Compensation"
Lifestyle 52 Preventive Care 55 Meet a Subscriber 57 Making Good Life Decisions 58 Pancakes
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Archival Back Issue: 2010 - 01 January: Volume 6, Issue 1
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FEATURES 15 Carla Thompson's Pleasantly Imperfect Barefoot Studio Meet a mixed media artist from Northfield, Minnesota who uses acrylic paints to create colorful scenes on wood, walls, furniture and canvas. 22 Stretching the limit. Amy Etzell, a wife and mother of four, fosters peace and tranquility in the lives of her yoga clients and in the lives of foster children. 46 Rachel Takes a Shot. Seventeen-year-old Rachel Hardy is wheelchair bound, vivacious and enthusiastic. She's also a champion shot putter.
THIS MONTH 12 Minnesota Doctors for the People
HEALTH 18 Fear and Stress Before Labor 20 Hope, Dream, Hold Your Miracle
HOME 28 Woman-Centric Building: Rosewood Homes 33 Everyday Green
SPECIAL WEDDING SECTION 34 2010 Bridal Trends 38 Our Wedding Story - Lukus and Maggie 39 Betty's Cakes 42 Our Wedding Story - Tim and Meaghan
WORK 44 Succeeding in a Multi-Generational Workplace 45 Journey with Three Sisters
Lifestyle 50 The Simple Life 52 Celebrate You 53 Assessment, Reflection and Action 55 Meet a Subscriber 56 Seeking a Righteous Night's Sleep 59 Cat and Mouse Game With a Twist
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Archival Back Issue: 2010 - 04: Volume 6, Issue 2
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12 Paw Prints. Erika Breiner developed a love for dogs at a young age. She now owns and operates a pet salon and boutique in Spirit Lake, IA.
16 Dedication and Destiny: Olympian Ali Bernard. Athlete Ali Bernard has faced fierce competition. At the 2008 Olympics in Beijing, she showed the world how sports are a means to achieving many of her goals in life.
25 Making Heirlooms Affordable. Nichole Johnson sees potential in forgotten pieces of furniture and uses her talent for refurbishing to restore their vitality.
38. The Rising Star Shines Brightest. Meredith Fierke shares her heartfelt original songs and her love for performing as a budding musician.
40 A Life Devoted. Diane Dobitz has dedicated her life to service of others. After spending 25 years with the School Sisters of Notre Dame, she now works with elementary students and English language learners.
49 Finding New Balance: A New Normal. A wife and mother to two young daughters, Shannon Vaske shares how she maintained balance while facing a brain tumor.
MY HEALTH
20 Osteoporosis in Women
SPECIAL SECTION: Home & Garden
30 Garden Diva: Sculpting Earth into Art
34 6 Tips for an Eco-Friendly Kitchen Remodel
36 Starting Seedlings Indoors
MY WORK
44 Rosemaling Entrepreneur
46 Organize Finances Online
MY LIFESTYLE
54 Ask the Coach: Expanding Possibility
55 What is Happiness?
59 My Life as a Sandwich
42 Our Wedding Story - Tim and Meaghan
Archival Back Issue: 2010 - 10: Volume 6, Issue 3
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10 Elizabeth Kearney: Dignity and Grace.
13 Women of Excellence.
30 Be Happy, Shop the Market.
38 Miracles and Milestones: Life with Quadruplets.
MY HEALTH
14 Before Baby: Preparing for Pregnancy
16 Busyness is a Health Hazard
MY WORK
34 Creating Your Financial Legacy Book
36 Interviewing Tips for Employers and Employees
MY HOME
20 On The Shore of Lake Washington
MY LIFESTYLE
40 Love Songs
Archival Back Issue: 2011 - 02: Volume 6, Issue 4
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FEATURES
12 Teaching the Art of Dance
24 Junk Collecting
30 Spenser's Underground Serves Coffee and Care
MY HEALTH
14 Understanding Menopause
16 How to Stay Healthy Longer
My Home
18 Building a Dream and Mending a Heart
MY WORK
27 The Widows Guide to Well-Being
28 Managing Workplace Conflict
MY LIFESTYLE
33 Midmarriage Crisis
38 Valentine's Day Memories
Archival Back Issue: 2011 - 03: Volume 6, Issue 5
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FEATURES
10 America's Junior Miss
20 Walnut Grove Mercantile: A Doorway to the Past
31 Bound for Battle
MY HEALTH
16 Busting Health Myths
18 Understanding Your Temperament
My Home
24 Nostalgic Retreat
MY WORK
36 Preparing to Survive During a Recession
38 Making Sense of your 401K
39 Tips for Leading Effective Employee Performance Reviews
MY LIFESTYLE
42 Defining You
44 Kindle Care Gone Awry
47 Womeninc Tips
Archival Back Issue: 2011 - 04: Volume 6, Issue 6
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FEATURES
10 Rodeo Dani
24 Overflowing with Inspiration
32 Learning to Be Here Now
MY HEALTH
14 Taking Time for Your Health
16 Alternative Medicine: Good, Bad or Another Option
My Home
20 A Home Full of Memories
MY WORK
29 Pushing the Envelope
30 Navigating Worker's Comp
MY LIFESTYLE
37 Talking to Yourself
38 Put Your Best Face Forward
43 Womeninc Tips
44 Super Gardening Woman
Deb Oothoudt’s Journey Through Adoption