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Room For The Groom Bridal Issue featuring tips, tricks and treasures! Join our regular columnists and bloggers Like Monica Stump Thayer and Lisa Soros!TRANSCRIPT
Room For The Groom Tips, Tricks & Tuxes especially for the Groom
Senior PromGrace Haven seniors get formal with a Snow Ball
PLUS: Community Spotlight with CC Sheriff candidate Ryan Cressman, Lisa Soros at Mackinaw, PLUS: all of your favorite columnists, Gallery Talk and so much more!
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Grace Havenassisted living
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Whimsical Occasions Wedding Show • March 25, 2012 Weber's Inn in Ann Arbor, MI. 1pm – 4pm. see website for information.
Wedding Inspirations For The Bride & Groom • March 25, 2012 Horizons Conference Center, 6200 State Street, Saginaw, MI 48603. info 989-799-4122
Brides-To-Be Show • April 1, 2012 Petruzzello's: 6950 Rochester Rd, Troy, MI 48085 (north of Detroit).
12-4pm. features a Fashion Show and Door Prizes. Visit website or call 586-228-2700.
Precious Memories Bridal Show • April 7, 2012 Doubletree Hotel-Dearborn. 5801 Southfield Expressway, Detroit, MI 48228. Info: 734-308-2613.
Elegant Wedding Bridal Show Lansing • April 15, 2012East Lansing Marriott: Lansing, MI. 12p-5p.
Brides-To-Be Show • April 22, 2012 Imperial House's: 701 Groesbeck Hwy, Clinton Township, MI 48035 (north of Detroit).
Visit website or call 586-228-2700.
Elegant Wedding Spring Grand Finale • May 6, 2012 Ukrainian Cultural Center. 26601 Ryan Rd, Warren, MI (just north of Detroit).
Charitable event. See website for more Info.
Brides-To-Be Show • August 19, 2012 Sheraton Novi: 21111 Haggerty Rd, Novi, MI (north of 8 Mile, west of Detroit).
12-4pm. features a Fashion Show and Door Prizes. visit website or call 586-228-2700.
GR Brides Fall Bridal Show• September 14-15, 2012 Devos Place in downtown Grand Rapids.
Kohler Expos, Inc., Grand Rapids Bridal Shows of West Michigan. Visit website for show information.
Brides-To-Be Show • September 30, 2012 Summit on The Park, Canton: 46000 Summit Parkway, Canton, MI (west of Detroit).
12-4pm. features a Fashion Show and Door Prizes. visit website or call 586-228-2700.
2012LOCALE WEDDING SHOW CALENDAR
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Say yes to the Groom
In this issue:
6Room For TheGroomThis one is for the boys. Get him
involved, save some money and tie the knot!
10Beautiful Winter DiscoveriesLisa Soros takes us to the bridge during winter for some captivating sights.
28Habitat ForHumanityClinton County Habitat builds its seventh
house.
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20Senior PromGrace haven holds its first-ever Snow Ball event. Friends, family and staff gather for the
dance of life.
I don’t normally watch the now infamous
bridal shows on TV, but one idle Sunday
afternoon, a marathon of Say Yes To The
Dress had me completely mesmerized. All
those people and all those dresses were
enough to make anyone spin like a top. I
remember trying on my own wedding gown
with a parade of folks to help; and help they
did. I’ll never forget the tears welling up in
the eyes of my Grandma Oakwood when I
walked out of the dressing room. That’s
when I knew I had found the one. Fast
forward to marriage number two. Shopping
for the dress wasn’t near as involved. I
went on my lunch hour alone, about 2
weeks from the date and asked to buy
the dress off the rack. Thankfully, it was
no problem, and Mr. Lett was just as
complimentary as any entourage could
be.
Maybe I am just getting older, but it
seems to me, more and more, the emotions
run high, and there always seems to be one
person that wants to make things difficult for
the bride. Sometimes thats the frustration of
the groom himself. But, the happy ending is
never more than a 30 minutes away. On TV.
This has become a very stressful time for
brides. It’s expensive, and the expectations
are high. The good news is, while weddings
have become more complicated, it seems
the groom is playing a much larger role in
the event planning. I think this may leave
some grooms feeling like they need a brown
paper bag and a glass of uh... beer.
This annual issue of Locale is dedicated
to the groom - and the bride who needs a
giggle. We found great tips, to-do lists and
even a step-by-step guide on how to tie the
knot - the bow tie knot, that is. Sprinkled with
a bit of humor, we think you’ll find it festive
and fun.
For the bride, we have a calendar of
Bridal Shows and some great ideas if you
decide you want a “destination” wedding
right here in the state of Michigan with our
top 5 picks for out-of ”locale”venues.
We hope you enjoy this special annual
issue of Locale. Here’s to you, the happy
Bride and Groom! Cheers!
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COVERSHOT
Published by Locale Media CompanyBridal 2012
Photography by EMILY IRISH-KENDALLWedding Day Excitement
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their community support resource. Please tell our advertisers you saw their ad in Locale Magazine so we may continue to bring you the best, beautiful and heart-warming stories of our favorite hometown.
Contributors:Sue Carroll Ron Huard
Mike MeuhlenbeckLisa SorosMonica Stump-Thayer
Ye Olde BrideLaurie Oakwood-Bishop
Marketing Manager Cammi Robinson
Graphic ArtistMegan Priess
Office Assistant Christina Hammond
Photography Jim Oakwood Brian Bishop
Guest PhotographersEmily Irish-KendallLisa Soros
Distribution Sam Thelen
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This year, Locale felt is was time to give the
groom his propers. After all, with the growing number of self-aware men and their desire to be involved, or rather, their brides desire to MAKE them involved, we decided to do a little shake down on the low down for the groom, about the groom, and to the groom. So whether you are the groom, or simply reading this to the groom, we’ve pulled together some simple tips to keep things straight-forward for you and smart for your bride. From economizing to tying the bow-tie, we’ve got your knot.
We all want the perfect wedding, but that doesn’t mean we can’t pinch a penny or two and still pull off an elegant wedding.! No matter if you are paying for your wedding or your parents, you want to make sure they get the best deals possible when it comes to your wedding.! While the average cost of a wedding is around $15,000, this doesn’t mean your wedding has to be this expensive.!By using some affordable wedding planning and consulting, you can save money on your wedding without looking cheap!
How can I pinch some pennies without her pitching many fits? Have you considered donating blood as a second income? Maybe even an organ or two? Hold on. All is not lost. There are some ways to cut corners without having to cut out a kidney. But like any surgical procedure, proceed with caution. It’s one thing to not do anything for your wedding. But it’s just another to not do anything and attempt to cheapen the affair.
Plan ahead. While this can go against everything a man stands for, save money by booking things early. Besides avoiding rush charges, you can also avoid any bidding wars over the must have chef/photographer/florist/pick your vendor.
Embrace technology. It’s the Internet Age, so go online to find vendors. You’ll be surprised to find what is getting outsourced these days. Besides getting favors drop shipped direct from just about anywhere, you should take advantage of the tools right under your nose, like laser printers, digital cameras, and e-mail. Websites like Ecards.com and Hallmark.com can get those pre-wedding party or save the date notes out in a flash. Use that digital to get the dollars back into your pocket.
Go all-in. Inclusive, that is. Many venues offer package deals that include services you would normally have to secure elsewhere, like catering. They might also provide day-of wedding planner support to make sure all goes well on your big day.
Start early. Whether it’s earlier in the day, earlier in the week, or earlier in the season, you might save a bundle by avoiding the sought-after Saturday night time slot.
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Mix and match. While expensive foods, premium-shelf alcohol, and freaky-fancy pastries might impress your guests, you don’t have to pay top dollar for everything. Pick a few lower-cost appetizers, consider a buffet, serve only wine and beer, limit alcohol to custom cocktails, like, martinis or flavored vodkas and soda.
Call time-outs. Limit the photographer and/or videographer’s schedule. Just make sure the shots you want occur during the actual filming time. Although can anyone really know when a conga line will form?
Pool resources. If people you know are getting married around your wedding day, try sharing some costs, recycling decorations, and obtaining volume discounts. Even if you don’t know anyone, see if the reception venue can assist in reusing some supplies.
Do it yourself. Break out the warehouse club card and bring your own alcohol. Apply summer-camp arts-and-crafts skills and make your own party favors. Go to work early and use your company’s printer. (Did we just say that? Don’t tell the boss). And forget it just being DIY. Recruit, draft, and beg your friends for assistance. Okay, her friends.
Stand firm. Try to negotiate discounts or extra services with your vendors. Also, make sure you review each contract’s fine print to avoid additional charges. And, wherever possible, don’t tell places it’s for a wedding. That little fact might avoid any ”we got you by your shorts” pricing.
Go off the beaten path. You might be able to lower your expenses dramatically by picking an out-of-the-way place for your reception. It might even be worth checking out just the surrounding towns. Be sure to strike the right balance between saving money and costing your guests more to get to the wedding. And if you find a real bargain site, keep telling her it’s rustic, not run-down.
Adopt a less-is-more attitude. When possible, pick the simpler decorations, choose less labor-intensive foods and flowers, minimize the band, and reduce the guest list. Besides saving you money, it’ll probably save you time and anxiety in the long run.
Elope. The granddaddy of cost cutting. And if you play your cards right, you might still get some presents. Especially if you throw a casual post-elopement party for your friends and family.
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So the dress is the biggest gig for her - but what about the groom? Of course, the tux. Did you think a black tie is as stuffy as it gets? Think
again. White ties (along with a black tailcoat) define a formal evening wedding. But now the semiformal tuxedo, with its black dinner jacket and tie, is the more popular choice. If you are a stickler for formality and having a day wedding,
wear a morning suit. This consists of a gray or black cutaway coat, gray vest, striped trousers, and a four-in-hand tie or ascot. Not that traditional? Wear a black or gray short jacket, called a stroller, instead of the cutaway.
And if you don’t want the bride to be the only one in white, push for a summer or hot-climate wedding so you can don a white
jacket. Just be easy on the lace. And don’t pull up the sleeves like Crockett and Tubbs. If things get ugly with
your fiancée, just toss this zinger out there:What’s black and white and red all over?A bloody groom if his tux
doesn’t fit. If she laughs, then you know she’s the one. If she doesn’t, you’re on your own.
THE Groom’s To Do List:Brides have more to-do lists than most corporate assistants. So why should the groom be left out? Here’s a quick hit list to get him started.
Name namesPrepare your side of the guest list.Go for the gold
Choose the wedding bands, which can match or just have matching engravings. Some couples have their initials engraved with their wedding date inside the ring. Avoid etching “RIP.”Keep it real
Call the marriage license bureau to determine the necessary requirements and timing. Arrange for the blood test, if necessary. Schedule the marriage license appointment.Get from Point A to B
Book transportation to and from the ceremony and after the reception.Speak eloquentlyGive a toast at the rehearsal dinner in response to the best man’s toast. Mention how lucky you
are to marry your bride and thank your parents, in-laws, and guests.Provide shelterBook a hotel room for your wedding night, unless you are leaving directly to the honeymoon.
Plan getawayHoneymoon getaway, that is. While you’re probably going to pick a place with your bride, you are still responsible for most of the legwork.
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Wrap the tie around your neck so that one end is slightly longer and
pointed toward
1Cross the long end over the
short one.
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3Bring under & lift long end through the
center of the neck.
4Fold short end over itself so its perpendicular to your body
& pointed
5Finish loop with
long end, dropping it over folded short end
so that it’s parallel to your
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6Make the same type of angle loop with long end, and push
through existing short loop.
7Tighten knot by adjusting ends of both
loops.
8Return tie to the store & rent a pre-
tied tie with a hook for easy
on & off action.
Does the thought of tying the
perfect bow-tie make you lay on
an extra layer of cologne? Never
fear. Locale is here to help you with
the knot - in your tie.
Tear out this page and duck tape to
his side of the mirror for a handy-
dandy hands on step-by-step helper
guide for tying the perfect knot.
Tying The
Knotperfect
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As of press time, winter was taking its sweet time finding Michigan.
But that was not the case
last year, when my family and I ventured north for a quiet night
in Mackinaw City. If you’ve
been to that area in the summer
and fall, you know how
crowded and bustling it can be.
Such is not the case, however, in
the dark and cold months of
winter. Have you seen the
movie “The Shining?” That
would be Mackinaw City in December.
A virtual ghost town,
Mackinaw City is asleep for 5 months. You will find unplowed
parking lots, hotel signs covered
or taken down completely, and
nearly every store is closed.
Some even remove their
merchandise altogether. The
ferries are either wrapped and
up on blocks or tucked away in
storage barns.
Even a local favorite, Darrow’s Family
Restaurant, was shuttered, bearing the
sign “Closed for the season. See you in
the spring.” And the Welcome Center under the bridge was completely
snowed in, preventing even those with
four wheel drive from entering. The
beach we usually stood on was full of
snow, some of it heaved into massive carvings along the shore. We wandered
carefully onto the ice and stood under
the bridge, listening to the traffic overhead. No geese ran from us. No
seagulls danced at our feet. No children
waded into the water.
Dinner that night was at the Dixie
Saloon which is open year round. We
took our regular spot on the second
floor, where we could look upon the
BEAUTIFUL WINTER DISCOVERIESFROM LISA SOROS
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2 eerily empty parking lot of Shepler’s Ferry. Only a handful of locals sat
scattered about the restaurant. At the
only open hotel in town, my kids ran
noisily down the halls. I didn’t even
bother to shush them for who was there
to bother? That night I lay next to the
sliding door facing the beach but there
were no waves to be heard, and no
ferry horns announcing departures to
Mackinac Island.
We left early the next morning, and I
watched the Mackinac Bridge
disappear from view. Six months later my daughter and I would return to find the
transformation that occurs each
summer. All was right with the world again.
If you have never had the
opportunity to visit this area in the winter, it is worth the drive. Don’t expect to do
any shopping. Watch for snowmobiles
rather than cars and pedestrians. Bundle
up and bring your camera. Mackinaw
can be just as magical in the winter as in
the summer, and you won’t have to
share the area with anyone but locals.
A ghost town it may be, but a
beautiful one to discover. - See more photos by Lisa Soros at stjohnslocale.com
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Grand Hotel,Mackinac Island.America's Summer Place. Grand wedding locale. Unforgettable location for up to 450 guests. Ceremonies held on the world's longest porch or in the Grand Hotel Tea Garden. Other details offered: A full-service spa, salon, flower shop, five formal private dining rooms, three casual off-site restaurants, cakes, and live music.
Mission Point Resort, Mackinac Island.Mission Point Resort offers 18 acres of beautifully landscaped lawns over looking Lake Huron, 242 guest rooms, full spa and salon on site and the widest selection of breathtaking venues with seating for 10 to 500 guests.
Frederik Meijer Gardens,Grand RapidsAlways beautiful. Always new.The exquisite natural surroundings, exotic plants and spectacular sculptures at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park combine form and function for a fabulous setting year round. From relaxed and casual to elegant and formal, Meijer Gardens is perfect for that once-in-a-lifetime celebration.
Castle Farms,PetoskyElegant castle weddings.Romantic courtyard chapels, magnificent formal gardens, soaring towers and stone archways all combine to create a unique and elegant castle wedding. From intimate wedding receptions to large parties, this premier wedding destination is surprisingly affordable.
Eve at the B.O.B.Grand RapidsA posh, cosmopolitan lounge at The B.O.B., Eve is sleek and intimate. The genuinely classy lounge boasts hip, contemporary atmosphere and service with it's white walls, modern furniture and a 360 degree bar. This room can accommodate up to 180 guests for a private party.
For more information on these great venues in Michigan, visit our website at stjohnslocale.com!
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Cressman says Clinton County is his home.
His family has been here for generations, he
went to school here, and he and his wife
Sarah are raising their!children here.!
Cressman says he has a vested interested
in!this community and it's residents, his
friends!and family, and the future.! Ryan is
passionate about!the community.! In
addition to serving his family,!he says it's
important to serve in three!areas of his
life:!his place of employment, community,
and church.!
Cressman Says, “I think you'll find me easy to
talk to and willing to put service above
myself.! I'm a good listener and!will help you
solve problems by encouraging people
to!be part of the solution.!You should also
know that I'll always try to incorporate humor
and to share a laugh or two.!Life is way too
short to be too serious all the time.“
Working Administration.! Modern leaders
can't!sit at a desk.! I would be a "working"
administrator.!!He says he’ll be actively
administering the agency and
frequently!working shoulder to shoulder with
the men and women on the street.! After all,
they're the ones who hear and see what is
going on within our neighborhoods.!
We'll seek to stop crime before it happens.!
We will deploy our resources to be Proactive.!!!
We will be a lot more visible!in our own
neighborhoods and school areas.! All of our
townships will begin to see more patrols.! Our
support functions like the detective bureau,
records management, and!volunteer
operations!will become more efficient as
well.! As stated before, traditional policing
will not!serve us in the future.! A more
modern, proactive, and energetic
leadership style is what's needed.! Meth labs
and home invasions!need to be stopped
before they start.!!!
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12 COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT:Native St. Johns man, Ryan Cressman, sets sights on Clinton County Sheriff Post.
"I believe that my entire life has been spent preparing for this opportunity.! It is
all about SERVICE:!service to the citizens
of the community and to the people
who work for the department.!I am
making myself available for this service
and would commit my life to making
Clinton County a better place to live,
work, and raise a family."!Cressman is
shown above, left, with Dave Hunt at his
recent induction into the Kiwanis 707 club of St. Johns.
Photo provided as a courtesy and not intended for endorsement purposes.
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Please Vote
AUGUST 7Ryan Cressman
Education over Enforcement.! Traffic
enforcement is important, but it is not the
only job of law enforcement.! Education
takes priority over Enforcement and
revenue generation.! No longer can entire
shifts be spent "working traffic", especially
when our!homes!and families are more
and more vulnerable to crime due to the
current poor economic situation.!
Expanded!Communication.! Social media
and new!communication technologies
will be used more effectively and
promoted to the community.! Did you
know that we currently!have a Reverse
911 system that more people should
register with, but simply don't know
about?! We'll use Facebook, Twitter, email,
and other!electronic media outlets to
communicate with the community about
crimes in progress, missing children, and
other law enforcement related
alerts.!!We'll flatten out the
communication process both within the
agency and with the public.! It will be a
lot easier to communicate directly!with
me!and the other members of the
department, and it will be a much more
open department as far as sharing of
information and implementing new ideas.!
The men and women on patrol and
working in the!jail cells are the ones with
the ideas as they are the ones!that see
the problems and solutions to make things
better.!
Team Building.! We'll begin to work more
closely with the other police agencies in
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A Wisconsin author
with Michigan ties the
distribution of her
current effort by holding
a book signing at
Clinton County Arts
Council Gallery.
Janet Halfmann, who
grew up on
a mid-
Michigan
farm
recalls
spending
time with
kittens,
swinging
beneath
a maple tree and playing with brothers
in the haymow.!Those memories, along
with recollections of sitting on the porch
at night, listening to crickets and
reading, were the kernels of inspiration
that germinated into an award winning
career as an author of more than thirty
fiction and non-fiction children’s books.!
Her most recent product, “Home in the
Cave,” casts a new and refreshing light
on the world of bats and how other
species come to rely on their presence.
A brief preview of the tale reveals
how Baby Bat loves his cave home and
never wants to leave it, but while
practicing wing flaps one night he falls,
only to be rescued by Pluribus Packrat.!
Ties to Michigan
helped Janet Halfmann
select St. Johns as the
location to open
distribution of her current
children’s book,
“Home in the Cave.”!
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Together they explore the deepest,
darkest corners of the cave, all the while
meeting amazing animals that don’t
need eyes to see or colors to hide from
enemies.!Summarily, Baby Bat learns the
importance of their kind to the cave
environment and how other cave critters
come to rely on them.! Finally, the story
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of the question; will Baby Bat venture out
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!Janet Halfmann (pronounced Howlf-
mun) is an award winning author of
children’s books.!She is a member of the
Society of Children’s Book Writers and
Illustrators.!Before becoming an author,
Janet was a daily newspaper reporter,
children’s magazine editor and creator
of coloring and activity books for Golden
Books.!She is a graduate of Michigan
State University, a mother of four and the
grandmother of four.!When not writing,
she enjoys gardening, exploring nature,
visiting living-history museums and
spending family time.! She currently
resides in south Milwaukee.!Janet
maintains a website at
www.janethalfmann.com.
!The Gallery is located at 215 N.
Clinton Ave. in St. Johns.!Persons
interested in Halfman’s book may
contact the Art Council at 989 224-2429.
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The stars were shining and the snow
was falling over Grace Haven Assisted
Living on Saturday February 18th.
Residents, families and staff all gathered
to drive away the chill on a cold winter’s
night. The first annual Snow Ball gave an
opportunity to dress up, dance and
enjoy delicious desserts.
The Scrambled Eggs
Band provided
entertainment for
the evening and
kept everyone’s
toes tapping. “It
was a wonderful
occasion to
gather and enjoy
each other’s
company” said one resident.
The outpouring of support was
greatly appreciated. St. Vincent de
Paul, Goodwill Industries, and many
family members graciously donated the
use of formal dresses. Volunteers Megan
Stoddard, Samantha Osborne, Madison
Hutton and Haley Robinson were
fantastic! To quote a family
member enjoying the
evening with her
Mother, “The staff at
Grace Haven goes
so far above and
beyond, these events
create priceless
memories for us all!”
SENIOR PROMGRACE HAVEN’S SNOWBALL DANCE IS A FAMILY AFFAIR
FAMILY, FRIENDS & STAFF
GATHERED TO DANCE &
CELEBRATE TOGETHER .
THE SNOWBALL DANCE,
IN IT’S INAUGURAL YEAR,
IS EXPECTED TO BE AN
ANNUAL EVENT AT
GRACE HAVEN
ASSISTED LIVING.
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These events create
priceless memories for us all.
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Lessons to be learned. I’m definitely learning things on this journey of mine.
I’m finding out that I’ve hit a brick wall,
so to speak. As much as I would like to
say that it has been all sunshine and
rainbows, it’s not. It has been almost 3
years I have been losing weight and
gaining some. It has been almost 3 years
of walking,running, and lifting weights.
My motivation and drive has been going
non-stop since making the decision to get healthier. So, when I decided to slow
down, it hit me like a ton of bricks. I
thought it would be just a little break and
I would go back to the task at hand.
My last weigh-in was rather hard, actually, quite hard on me. I gained 7.6
pounds. There are always things to factor
in as a woman. We have water retention
and other female issues to take in
consideration; but it doesn’t make it any
easier to hit the scales and see that
number jump up. I have been taking a
little break from my running and
exercising. I’m finding out I’m one of
those people that can’t do that. It helps me, not just for losing weight but it gives
me clarity and balance.
I’ve wanted to enjoy the journey and
to experience all that it entails but I’m
not sure I like the up and down part of it.
It’s hard on me to go in month after
month and not hit the goal the Doctor
and I set. I get so close and then I have
a little bit of a set back and it messes with my head. I’m very proud of what
I’ve been able to accomplish but I just
wish there was a way to protect myself
from the disappointment I feel when it
doesn’t go well.
Writing these articles has helped me
and I’ve always written from my heart.
So, when it came time to write this
article, I was afraid to do just that; to address the negative side of my feelings.
I want to be an inspiration to people but
I also want people to see there are brick
walls you run into. I want them to see
that no matter what you do or what you
don’t do, you have the control. There is
JUST A SMALL TOWN GIRLTHE TRANSFORMATION OF MONICA - By Monica Stump-Thayer
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no one to blame but yourself. You control what goes in your mouth. You control your
thoughts and actions.
I’ve went from running at one point, 7
days a week on my treadmill to running 5
days a week part treadmill/part outside to
running 1-2 times a week. I needed a
break from it. It’s hard to keep up the
mental stamina that it takes to run and/or
exercise. I’m finding out that my drive and determination are still there. It’s a matter of
control now. I control whether I want to
exercise or not. I control what I put into my
mouth. It’s as simple as it was when I first
started on this journey.
So, I have been struggling with this brick
wall. I can choose to climb over the brick
wall, tunnel underneath it or knock it down.
Sitting in front of it crying will do no good. It still will be there until I make the choice. I
choose to knock it down and I have the
tools to press forward. I’m slowly getting
back to the task at hand. I haven’t given
up the fight. And, I know the lesson to be
learned is the brick wall is a part of my life
now, and always will be. As a person
having to deal with weight issues, it never
goes away. You just learn how to deal with
it! It’s your choice and no one else’s to make.
Follow Monica on her web blog by
visiting stjohnslocale.com
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of the road ahead.A very clear view
the county and will use all of our
resources!in ways that "traditional" policing
can't.! Our county jail and it's employees
and all of our volunteer groups are also
very important and necessary to our
mission.!!We'll work with each of these
workgroups to make sure they're
functioning to their best ability.! New ideas
and!a more aggressive and modern
philosophy will accomplish this.! The
partnership with the community must be
built upon as well.!!We will expand on the
good things in place like
the!Neighborhood Watch program, DARE,
and other community based actions.
!!!
Maximum Capacity/Alternative
sentences.! Our jail bed space must be
used to it's maximum and kept filled and
that revenue stream must be kept open.!
I'll look at other avenues to increase this
revenue as well.! Local inmates of a first
time, non violent status could be given
alternative sentences!which would open
up even more bed space to lease!out,
which would add more to the revenue of
the jail, while at the same time, provide
ways for our own to get back to their
families and work.
Cressman believes our!Sheriff's!Office has
done a great job and Ryan is excited
about enhancing what is already!in
place, building relationships, and
strengthening community ties.!He believes
law enforcement is all about customer
service, building relationships, and team
work.!Including, traffic education and
enforcement, laws of arrest, and using
resources wisely.!Cressman believes that a
law enforcement leader should be
measured by these things amongst others.!
Cressman Continued
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glad to a part of the community
“A leader should not be measured solely by
things like statistics, as they can be skewed, or by
revenue generated, and that should not be!a
major function of law enforcement.”
You will find Ryan out and about at many
community events and youth sports functions.! He
also can be found serving at Pilgrim United
Methodist Church on Sunday's and throughout
the week.
For more information on Ryan Cressman, visit his
Facebook page or his website at cressmanforsheriff.com.
I think you'll find me easy to talk to and willing to put service above myself.! I'm a good listener and!will help you solve problems by encouraging people to!be part of the solution.!You should also know that I'll always try to incorporate humor and to share a laugh or two.!Life is way too short to be too serious all the time. - Ryan Cressman.
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Politics. Zombies. Model trains. Silly hats. And of course, plungers. We could only be talking
about one person, Oakview South’s “custodial engineer,” Todd Feldpausch. He is the only person I know who whistles while
cleaning bathrooms, laughs off unexpected stomach explosions, reads Time magazine
cover to cover, spends hours creating meticulous details on model train sets, and has a collection of crazy hats. And of course,
he was recently cast as an extra in the upcoming movie “Detention of the Dead,”
in which his fourteen year old son Trevor also appears.
Todd is an expert on all things zombie, specifically AMC’s hit show “The Walking
Dead.” He’s also a huge political junkie, has amassed an impressive Star Wars collection, is the father of two children, husband of Kim
Feldpausch (a counselor at the Middle School), and walker of lab/beagle mix
Cocoa. I recently cornered Todd and started badgering him.
LS: So what exactly led you to this position?TF: I don’t think anyone sets out to be a
custodian. But for us it was perfect because it allowed me to be a stay-at-home dad with my kids. Working the night shift meant we
didn’t have to do the daycare thing. Having the opportunity to be a stay-at-home dad
definitely allowed me to experience things that most men don’t get to experience. And taking care of my children was all the
training I needed to be a custodian in an elementary school! (Laughter) In all
seriousness, necessity brought me here but the strong sense of community with the staff and experiencing the exuberance and
innocence of the students keep me here.
LS: Which begs the question: How much housecleaning do you do at home? TF: Honestly, not a significant amount.
Bathrooms are mine. Go figure! But I am not allowed to touch the laundry.
LS: Tell me about your kids and wife.TF: Trevor is in the 8th grade, is involved in
basketball, cross country, track and the jazz band. Rebecca is in the 6th grade, and is
very active in cheerleading, dance and the arts. She plays the flute like her mom. Academically, both of my kids excel and
are 4.0 students. My wife Kim and I have been married for almost 18 years. She is a
mother first and foremost. Before she became a counselor, she taught high school, and found that she enjoyed
counseling the students so much she chose to obtain her Master’s from MSU.
Oakview South Elementary: Day in the LifeA MAN OF MANY HATS - By Lisa Soros
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For more information about Oakview South Elementary as well as photos, check out their Facebook page!
LS: How do they feel about zombies?TF: It’s a 50/50 split. Boys yay, girls nay.
LS: So no Walking Dead family viewing nights?TF: No, no, no! The wife likes it but she can’t watch it.
(Chuckles)
LS: The producers of The Walking Dead call you. They’ve seen you in “Detention of the Dead” and they need a new zombie for the show. Your reaction?TF: When do you need me on set!
LS: Who do you admire?TF: My wife, definitely.
LS: You and I have worked together for several years, and we have learned that laughter is the best way to get through the day. Do you have any funny moments that you can share?TF: Where does one start? Everything is kind of surreal
to me. I suppose the call to clean up the “snake” on the playground would make the list. It turned out
to be “petrified dog poop.” (We both laugh)
LS: Tell us your absolute dream job.TF: I would love to be a movie producer.
LS: When can we expect to see “Detention of the Dead” in theaters?TF: Sometime in 2012. Check the website http://
www.detentionofthedead.com.
See more from Lisa Soros at stjohnsLocale.com
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On Wednesday, February 22, the City of St. Johns sold their first vacant lot to
Habitat for Humanity of Clinton County
for the purpose of constructing a new
home this summer for a low income
family in need of adequate shelter.
“We are so pleased to be building in
St. Johns for the first time, “said Sue
Carroll, Executive Director. “We have
built homes for families in Maple Rapids, Laingsburg, Wacousta and Ovid, but
never before in the heart of the county
that we represent. We felt it was the right time for this project.”
The lot, located on Lansing Street just
south of Townsend Road, is an ideal
location for a family because of its close
proximity to local churches, merchants
and all the St. Johns schools.
“The St. Johns City Commission and
City staff is excited about Habitat for
Humanity’s acquisition of city land for its next residential home build,” said Dennis
LaForest, City Manager. “We hope this is
just the first in many Habitat homes to
be built in our community. New
construction and adding a new family
with children attending local schools is
the kind of growth that keeps our city
healthy. We definitely consider this a
‘win-win’ moment for St. Johns.”
Habitat Accepting Homeowner Pre-
applications through March 31, 2012.
Pre-applications are being accepted for
additional homes to be built in 2012 and
2013. To qualify, applicants must
Highlights: Habitat For HumanitySeventh house to be built in St. Johns
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currently have a need for adequate housing. They must be a resident of Clinton
County and be willing to partner with
Habitat by working on their house and
other projects. Applicants must be
considered low income, meet minimum
and maximum income criteria and have a
satisfactory credit history.
To learn more about this great
opportunity, informational meetings will be held at the Habitat office located in the
ReStore, 2352 N. US 27, St. Johns, on
Wednesday, March 21 at 7 pm and
Saturday, March 24 at 10 am. Please
contact Sue Carroll at 989-227-1771 or
[email protected] for more
information.
Left: Pictured from l-r are Dan Redman,
Roger Wells, Theresa Fedewa-Wells and Sue Carroll representing Habitat, and Dana
Beaman, Mayor, Mindy Seavey, City Clerk,
and John Salemi, City Attorney,
representing the City of St. Johns at the
closing on the Lansing Street property.
Information provided by Sue Carroll,
Executive Director, Habitat For Humanity of
Clinton County, PO Box 313, St. Johns, MI
48879. Phone 989.227.1771 or visit their website, habitatclinton.org
habitatclinton.org
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You might recognize the face of The Dell Event Center & Get Catered, LLC from one of our favorite restaurants. Norm Nethaway has been
serving customers for 7 years at The Wheel Inn in St. Johns. Norm is now the owner of The Dell Event Centered and Get Catered, LLC. A 1992 graduate of Ovid-Elsie, Norm’s family has been in the community for generations. Norm and his
associates, Autume McElroy, Sales & Client Services and Monica Butler, General Manager look forward to assisting you with all of your Catering and Event needs.
Their future plans include developing food products for purchase, along with securing relationships and working with local organizations to provide local fundraising options. They want to
have
available fresh Produce in season along with craft shows
and potentially a Farmers Market.Get Catered,
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with excellent customer service in outdoor or indoor events. Get Catered, LLC can help make your dreams happen! Call or email today at 989.834.5100 [email protected]. The Dell Event Center is located at 5556 E. M-21, St.
Johns.
The Dell Event Center boasts• 20 acres in rural Clinton County, but easily
accessible• Fully appointed private restaurant perfect for
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• Family Parties - when they've outgrown Grandma's house
• Birthdays and Anniversaries• Fundraising Events• Inside dining areas seat up to 150
• Charming double-sided fireplace• Plenty of parking• Comfortable atmosphere, linens available for
more formal events• Decorating Services available
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