Hillcrest Academy

Bringing Character
to the Classroom
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North County Sand & Gravel Inc, is a full service sand and gravel company owned by Mike & Tracy LaPaglia,
which they have owned and operated in the valley for over 20 years. Their company is unique because North
County Sand & Gravel offer services to both the contractor and Homeowners. Their projects range from
major public works, to sand boxes and volleyball courts. Additionally, NCSG is capable of doing any job,
large or small. They own their own fleet of trucks, tractors, screening plants, and crushing equipment. NCSG
produce their own materials to eliminate the middle man which keeps the customers costs down.

2010 is a banner year for the LaPaglia family as a third generation has come into the business, with sons
Michael and Tony helping to run the company. Both boys were born and raised in Murrieta, participating
in many activities the valley had to offer including; little league, Murrieta Valley High School Football and
professional Supercross. The family, which includes youngest son Nick, enjoys boating, dirt bike riding,
desert racing and golfing. Along with working at the company, Tracy takes an active role in the community;
Tracy heads up the Scholarship program for The Temecula Valley Women’s Club, which provides over
$15, 000 in scholarships to high school seniors. Tracy is also on the Board of Directors for the Murrieta Valley
Public Library Foundation.

North County Sand & Gravel has always been there to support many sporting and academic activities in
the local schools and little league with sponsorships. NCSG looks forward to a great 2010, bringing their
company forward into the new decade.

PHONE: 951.928.2881
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Photo by RK Green Studios

Hillcrest Academy
4 | ask the WINEMAKER 37-39 | helping HANDS
Tips For Home Wine Blending Contributing Writer Barbara Tooker Discusses
Foster Care; The Race 4 Humanity and
7 | cover STORY National Child Abuse Prevention Month
Hillcrest Academy: Building Character in the Classroom
42 & 43 | the IN-CROWD
9 | the day TRIPPER Stars of the Valley Puts on a Party!
Exploring Idylwild
45-46 | going GREEN
11 & 12| music SPOTLIGHT Tips for Making a Change to your Home and Lifestyle
Wild Child & Ticket to Ride
Bring Music to Wine Country 48 | legal EASE
Attorney Brad Landon States the Facts
17 | our TOWNS
Old Town Temecula 50 | dr. LOVE
Advice Column with Dr. Tim Abihider, M.Div.,PhD.
18 | retro REWIND
Part One in a Series on the History of the Valley 52-54 | on the MAP
A Gem of a Good Time, Wild Side, and
25 | restaurant REVIEW Dorland Art Colony Re-Opens
Gourmet Italia & Sputino Pizzeria and Delicatessen
56-58 | parks & RECREATIONS
29 | easy ENTERTAINMENT Y Indian Guides and Toon Time
Tips for Making Your Party a Success
60 | big round of APPLAUSE
30 | mr. FIX IT People in the Community Making a Difference
Spruce Up Your Home
61-62 | taking care of BUSINESS
31-33 | the CURE Employment Advice and Business of the Year, Big Fogg
Health Experts Give Advice on Current Health Issues
68 | editor’s NOTES
35 | first IMPRESSIONS
Why Patients Have Options When Choosing a 68 | ENCORE
Cosmetic Dentist Remember Doug from The Knack

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 ASK THE
WINEMAKER
Question: Do you have any tips for home wine blending?

Answer: Sure! It’s surprising how rarely anyone does this at home since blending can be a powerful tool for improving a
deficient wine, or to modify one having a style that doesn’t meet your expectations. I suppose the reluctance might have
something to do with opening several bottles at once and then having to drink them all (darn!) before they spoil (although if a
bottle is refilled completely and tightly closed it should hold up just fine for several days).

Here are some general blending tips:

WINE PROBLEM TO FIX, ADD WINE WITH VARIETIES TO ADD
Flabby, no “zing” High acidity Sangiovese, Barbera, Sauv. Blanc
Low color High color Syrah, Petite Sirah, Petit Verdot
Thin, watery High viscosity Syrah, Petite Sirah, Viognier
No fruity aromas High fruit characters Grenache, Sangiovese, Merlot
Tannic, astringent Smooth mouthfeel Merlot, Zinfandel, Syrah
Green, weedy High fruit, strong flavor Syrah, Grenache, Viognier
High alcohol “hot” Low alcohol Check alcohol on label
No finish Persistent flavors Cabernet, Grenache, Petite Sirah
Weak flavors Strong flavors Mourvedre, Cab Franc, Syrah
Overpowering Modest character Tempranillo, Sangiovese, Merlot
Too oaky No oak Determine by taste

Hosting your own blending party can make for a very entertaining event. All you need is measuring containers, lots of wine glasses,
notepads & pens, and a variety of wines. Start with a small taste of each wine and write down characteristics before blending. Most
blends turn out great, but some are downright failures! Don’t be afraid to experiment, although starting with small amounts is wise.
Sometimes adding even a very small percentage can totally change the wine. So have fun, go forth and blend!

35055 Via Del Ponte

Temecula, CA 92592

Photo courtesy of Hulse Photography

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 UNIQUELY SECURE YOUR PROPERTY
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customized to your special home, estate or business. No
two Rising Star gates are exactly alike!
Rising Star designs all types of automated systems,
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the original Rising Star Vertical Lift Gate. “Our custom
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the United States (including Hawaii), Canada and the
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Located in Sun City, Rising Star is not only home to a booming
gate business but also to Nels and Shawna Bloom, their
registered Tennessee Walking Horses and Nels’ two Harley
Davidson’s, which he enjoys immensely in his spare time.
Why do customers overwhelmingly prefer Rising Star to
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cater extensively to our customers needs and provide each
and every client with an entry system that is an original,
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All new systems come with service and parts warranties.
We stand behind our product 100 percent!”
Rising Star offers free estimates on potential automated gate
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For aesthetic beauty, convenience and security, Rising Star
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 Hillcrest Academy
Bringing Character
to the Classroom
by Judy Contreras
Country Review Magazine sat down with Maureen Manion,
Head of Hillcrest Academy, K through 8th grade private
school, to ask her what makes Hillcrest stand out from oth-
ers. Manion began by stating that the focus is not only on
academics, but on leadership skills and character building.
She stressed that her teachers were all accredited. They ap-
preciate the autonomy and creativity of their jobs which is
a significant part of why the teachers stay at Hillcrest Acad-
emy for so long. Additionally, states Manion, “the parents at
the school are a very tight group who are very involved with
their children’s education, we embrace and appreciate our
many parent volunteers.”
Governed by a board of Trustees, Hillcrest is the only In-
dependent school that is part of a mentoring program with
Riverside County Schools. For academic testing Hillcrest
uses CTP4, which instead of being standards driven, is cri-
terion referenced. Included in testing, students at Hillcrest
participate in the John Hopkins and UCI talent search pro-
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Studios
grams which includes the opportunity to take college bound
SAT or ACT tests.
As part of the daily curriculum, all students take French or
Spanish. Fine Arts, including classical music and Art, are
incorporated into a well-rounded learning environment.
Students at all grade levels participate in field trips includ-
ing the 4th grade trip to Sacramento where they learn about
California history. Fifth graders participate in an overnight
stay on The Pilgrim Ship in Dana Point. Middle school stu-
dents take trips to Catalina for science camp, 7th grade goes
to Boston and New York, and 8th graders have the privilege
of taking a field trip to France and Spain, to practice using
their foreign languages on location.
Middle School students at Hillcrest Academy participate in
a leadership program, directed by Suzanne Adkins, Assis-
tant Head of School. Students are involved in community
and world charity projects in which the students are respon-
sible for both the planning and coordination.
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Hillcrest Academy Continued Hillcrest students are the first middle school Slow Food
chapter in the nation. This 5th through 8th grade club is
Middle school students begin the school year with leader- linked to the Garden Education program at Hillcrest. All
ship camp, this begins leadership training with peer leaders Hillcrest students experience planting, care taking and har-
and to team build and set goals for the new school year. Each vesting the produce from the garden with Slow Food stu-
grade has a project for the year, sixth grade works with a dents aiding in the teaching about good, fair and clean food.
group called H.O.P.E. in Lake Elsinore on an annual canned Hillcrest students did so well last year they were able to sell
food drive for the holiday season. Seventh grade is involved the lettuce as a fundraiser. Recently, Slow Food students
with HUGS foster agency, and they work to coordinate gifts went on a field trip to Mountain Meadows Mushroom Farm,
for Christmas. Eighth grade students host a Walk-A-Thon to a certified Slow Food grower. Students had the opportunity
Temecula Valley’s Only Non-Profit
raise money for schools in Kenya. Last year with the money to see how they make compost for the mushrooms to grow
Non-Denominational Private School
raised by the Walk-A-Thon they purchased a cow for milk in and how the mushrooms are Nowhand picked
Enrolling forfor harvesting.
and they continue to raise money to support the cow. This 2009-2010 School Year
school year the 8th graders are buying bicycles for students What makes Hillcrest Academy stand out from a “typical”
in another school in Kenya because the students have to school community is the passion in the school culture. Fac-
Challenging Academics
walk 5-10 miles to get to school. “Students get an enormous ulty, administration, families and students together form a
Caring, Character-Oriented Environment
a dif- by thededicated
education from the opportunity to give back and makeAccredited Western Assoc. ofcommunity driven by the importance of being
Middle School Leadership Program
ference in the life of another person,” says Manion. Schools prepared to lead in the 21stPerforming
& Colleges & the California
Assoc. of Independent Schools.
century,& Visual
while Arts
enjoying every
day of the journey.
Academics French/Spanish Language Instruction
Character Competitive Athletic Program
Leadership Community Service Learning
Enriching Field Trips
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IDYLLWILD
Thinking of taking a day trip to somewhere close but
different, mellow but fun? Less than two hours away,
Idyllwild is only a few square miles in diameter and is
nestled at the top of a hill and the bottom of a mountain,
at 5,500 feet above sea level. For such a small town, there
is still plenty to do, whether you’re looking for a quiet
weekend away or a fun-packed day with the family – it’s
all here.
I checked into the Silver Pines Lodge mid-day on Friday
“
and noticed that the town seemed quiet and still. Our
room was a second-story,
cozy room that looked out
over Strawberry Creek, ...whether you’re looking for a
the Lodge’s Koi pond quiet weekend away or a
and the snow covered fun-packed day with the family– into town for one last meal before
surroundings. Chris and
her two pooches, Ella and
Shelby showed us the grounds, including a lodge that was
once frequented by General Patton when it was a saloon.
Silver Pines is one of several lodges within walking distance visitors mingle together in several dining areas. We were
of the town center, where you can stroll from shop to shop
and café to café.
After a classic Country breakfast at the Red Kettle, I
checked into Quiet Creek Inn just a half mile outside of
town. Jim and Mike greeted us and led us into the Living
Room Gallery, aptly named as it can be found between
the owner’s kitchen and hallway, displaying local artist’s
painting, photos and art for viewing and purchase. Their
passion for art is apparent in each of their 15 cabin-
style rooms, all very warm and spacious, immaculately
decorated and all settled yards away from the creek. I loved shops and restaurants, glistening snow and bright, roaring
that Quiet Creek Inn, although only a short distance from
town, was a six acre haven from the ordinary.
the DAY TRIPPER
Based on Jim’s recommendation, we dined at the new
Mountain Restaurant, and even though we were early for
our reservation, we were greeted warmly, seated promptly
and spoiled rotten! From the pate and beet salad, to the
organic filet with self saucing ravioli and braised beef with
crispy and tender brussel sprouts, every sense was piqued
and every craving indulged. Mountain Restaurant proves
that a lack of can opener and microwave only make Master
Chef Bryan Ayer’s disposition that much more impressive.
The only disappointment after the Crème Brule, apple tart
and French pressed coffee was that I’d have to travel two
hours to enjoy such culinary art
again.
The next morning, I headed back
heading home. Jim suggested we
it’s all here. ” try Café Aroma, a local café near
the snow and family-filled Humber Park where local
musicians can play their latest originals and locals and
led to a small table in the “Library”, surrounded by every
type of book, ranging from the Bible to Beowulf. I opted for
a glass of fresh orange juice and the Breakfast of Frankie
Machine, a sandwich with two over easy eggs cooked into
cutouts in the bread, dusted with Parmesan and butter and
filled with bacon – a unique and delicious change of pace.
Contrasted nicely by the peaceful outdoors, the diverse and
bustling Café Aroma is the place to be on Sunday morning
in Idyllwild.
If you’re looking for wide open spaces and small, cozy
fires, kind, welcoming people and peaceful privacy, make
your next trip be one to Idyllwild.
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 music SPOTLIGHT
Wild Child is the Los Angeles based act that re-recreates the
madness and the magic of a live Doors concert. Starting in
Southern California the act has been a big draw at major
national act clubs and theater venues, fairs and festivals for
years. Wild Child tours internationally, performing many
tours in Europe, The UK , Mexico and Canada.

Wild Child’s success recreating a live Doors show is due to the

talented hand picked musicians and lead singer Dave Brock,
whose looks, vocals, and stage antics recapture the essence
of Jim Morrison live on stage. The music is painstakingly
reproduced and combined with the voice, look and essence of
by Christy Sanchez Jim Morrison in concert.

Wild Child mirrors the depth, energy and emotion of The

Doors concerts as they were live back in the late 1960s.
The Band also utilizes the same musical instruments live
as The Doors did over 35 years ago. Wild Child performs
internationally, playing to packed venues around the globe.

Front man, Dave Brock, started his role as the Lizard King by
grabbing the lead in the “Jim Morrison Rock Opera,” produced
by the late legend’s sister, Anna Morrison Graham. Anna
personally selected Brock for the part. From there, he started
the band “Wild Child,” whose reputation rapidly spread from
Southern California to remote areas of the world. The Doors
keyboardist, Ray Manzarek, introduced Wild Child to a packed
Los Angeles crowd at the bands’ first show at The Whisky a-Go-
Go on July 3rd, 1986. Wild Child broke into the national act
venue circuit before any other tribute act, selling out countless
shows from its inception to the present. Last time Wild Child
played in Temecula, the show was sold out.

hope and CHARITY

Musicians Workshop has, over the

last many years, evolved from a simple
music education center, to a “full on”
contemporary Children’s After School
Performing Arts & Music Education
Center for Programs and Events in the
Temecula Valley.

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music SPOTLIGHT
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and prolific vocals. If you were a crazed screaming victim
of Beatlemania, now it’s possible to set the dial on your time
machine and revisit America ’s beloved Beatle era. Imitators
are plentiful, but when the tribute is taken to heart, it produces
great art that will make you feel an emotion you have never
felt before. With their tight harmonies, flawless note for note
renditions of Beatles hits, custom–tailored costumes, vintage
instruments, Liverpudlian dialect and precise attention to
every detail, they recreate the magic, music, wit and charm
of the Beatles, including the Fab Four’s cheeky personalities,
familiar onstage banter and patter between songs.
More than just a Beatles tribute concert, Ticket to Ride gives
the audience a chance to “be there” at pivotal moments in
the extraordinary career of the Beatles – from Liverpool
’s legendary Cavern Club, to the Ed Sullivan Show, Shea
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performance on the rooftop of their Apple Corp offices. With
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by Christy Sanchez
manager Brian Epstein serving as Narrator, Ticket to Ride
allows the audience to get a glimpse inside the world of the
Beatles from their point of view, as well as hear some of the
greatest songs ever written.
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California Family Life Center is a private, state
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Dance is an art form that can be quite costly to maintain,
but Discount Dance Supply makes it easier to get low-cost,
high-quality dancewear, shoes and accessories for all dance styles.

A retail chain selection with a “mom and pop” style, Discount

Dance Supply in Murrieta proudly serves the needs of the local
dance and arts community. We know that cost and quality rank
highly among you; that is how we earned our place as the number
one source for beginning and professional dancers, parents, and
instructors alike. From ballet to ballroom, we support you by
carrying the best selection of dancewear, at the best prices.

What started as one Hill’s Capezio Dance Shop in Orange County

in 1973, has grown into a super multi-channel retailer now known
as Discount Dance Supply. Owners, Brian Hill and Rhonda
Hill-Tolar, first established Discount Dance Supply as a mail-order
division in 1992 and launched the website (discountdance.com)
shortly thereafter. From that point on, the company has garnered
tremendous success as the top dancewear retailer for men, women
and children who dance and exercise.

In addition to our e-commerce site, there are currently six

retail stores to shop from in Southern California. Our Murrieta
store offers the largest inventory and widest selection of name
brands. Customers can always expect friendly staff providing
excellent customer service, and a promptness to assist new and
loyal customers. We offer various volume discounts and rewards
programs for studio owners, teachers and those on pointe.
Our pointe shoe fitting parties are celebrated and our contests,
fundraisers and guest appearances are renowned. We boast a
thriving social media presence on Facebook, Twitter and MySpace
and regularly offer freebies and special discounts to “fans” and
“followers”.

Popular TV shows such as “So You Think You Can Dance” and
“Dancing with the Stars” have boosted the interests and needs
of dancers world-wide, and Discount Dance Supply continues
to sustain them. We take an active role in keeping up with dance
fashion trends, and function as the “go-to” guide for style.

Throughout our history, we’ve made annual contributions to

charitable organizations nationwide and seize opportunities
to connect with a diverse mix of dance enthusiasts. We’ve
acknowledged and donated to those affected by natural disasters
such as Hurricane Katrina in 2005 and the recent earthquake near
Port-au-Prince, Haiti. We sponsor various dance competitions,
contests and fundraisers and maintain strong relationships with
dance studios, companies, choreographers and media.

We strive to be the quality and service leader in all areas of

dancewear and proudly support dancers around the world. We
offer the best selection of dancewear and accessories at the best
prices for adults and children. No matter if it’s tap, jazz, ballet,
modern, hip hop, funk, yoga or ballroom, Discount Dance Supply
Murrieta is where dancers shop for less.

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 our TOWNS

OLD TOWN TEMECULA

by Chris Jefferson
This summer, take a vacation in your own back yard and
discover Temecula, known for spectacular beauty, history,
terrific shopping, outstanding restaurants and year-round
entertainment and recreation for the entire family!
The Old Town district blends historic buildings with over
640 antique dealers, unique shopping, and restaurants.
Old Town Temecula is the site of many special events
including car shows, semi-annual Rod Runs, Western
Days, and summer weekend entertainment. Every
Saturday, visit the popular Farmer’s Market which offers
fresh produce, flowers, and crafts. Tour the Temecula
Valley Museum and discover the city’s historical
treasures, or enjoy the Imagination Workshop
Children’s Museum.
amazing array of specialty stores, exclusive boutiques, art
galleries and a myriad of antiques stores, which together
with whimsical and historical features that make Old
Town Temecula what it is.
Old Town Temecula boasts a variety of quality
entertainment venues, the renowned Old Town Temecula
Community Theatre provides an intimate yet upbeat
theatrical setting, and many of the local restaurants also
provide informal venues for musical bands, and other
events.
Old Town is also a thriving business community, proud
of its history and there are ongoing plans for its continued
restoration, development and improvement.

Old Town Temecula has been around since 1882

when the California Railroad came through the
valley and local investors created the first Bank.
Old Town was the site of the Butterfield Overland
Stagecoach Shop and California’s first inland post
office. From the wooden boardwalks and shops
to the vast amount of antique stores, history buffs
and window shoppers take a step back in time when
visiting Old Town Temecula. The storefronts have
stayed true to the historic golden west period.

In Old Town Temecula you’ll find that elusive piece of

art you’ve been looking for, that usual and tasteful gift for
the person who has everything. Next, take in a show and
finish a perfect day with a wonderful meal at one of the
many independent restaurants. When it’s time to dine, an
array of dining experiences will fit any taste or budget.

If it’s shopping you’re looking for Old Town has many

quaint specialty boutiques throughout. Enjoy the sense of
adventure and wonderment as you take time to explore
Old Town Temecula’s many alleyways with a new exciting
discovery around every turn. Here you will find an

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retro REWIND
By Paul Richman (this article first ran in the very first issue of Country Review Magazine in 1987)
Years after the first Ford cars were driven off the assembly
line in Detroit, Neda Thompson was still riding to the Tem-
ecula grammar school in a horse pulled cart.“I still remem-
ber when our horse saw a car for the first time, “said the
75-year-old Thompson, daughter of popular Indian Tony
Ashman who died in 1980 at the age of 101. “The horse just
stopped, then started backing up and went berserk. He re-
fused to pull the cart.”
Like Thompson’s horse, the 97,500-acre Temecula Valley,
nestled in the Southwest corner of Riverside County, has
always bucked and whinnied at the thought of change, and
understandably so.
Temecula boasts one of the most colorful histories of any
Southern California town – a history which includes In-
dians and massacres, Spanish missionaries and American
Trailblazers, stagecoaches, railroads, granite quarries, and
swaggering cattle-ranchers engaging in occasional saloon
shoot-outs.
Standing on Front Street where the cowboys ventured every
Saturday for haircuts and to buy Levis – or roaming amidst
the scenic hills which English author William Tallack once
described as being occupied by “several Indian villages and
wigwams of poles (with) men going by with lassoes, “ a
sense of history is omnipresent in Temecula. It’s like a sailing
into the Boston Harbor and smelling the tea, or journeying
through Paris and hearing the clashing of bayonets. When
you breathe the dry breezy air of Temecula, the lore of a clas-
sic western town fills your lungs.
“Temecula was a crossroads for everyone, “ says Tony Tobin,
curator of the Old Town Temecula Museum. At one time,
Temecula was a key city on the stage couch route (and later
the railroad) linking the Midwest to the west. Scouts like Kit
Carson, and trappers such as Pegleg Smith share the pages
of Temecula history alongside writers Helen Hunt Jackson,
(who immortalized the Indian’s plight in her novels) and
Earle Stanley Gardner, (who immortalized the plight of law-
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yers unlucky enough to go up against the inimitable Perry
Mason). The history of Temecula begins before frontiers-
man and mystery novels, though – long before Henry Ford’s
cars or even the ancestors of Neda Thompson’s horse.
“SUNLIGHT THROUGH THE MIST”
An archeological dig in the 1950s estimated that the area
of Temecula was first inhabited by Indians around 900 AD.
“Temecula” in the native language meant “diffused sun-
shine” or sunshine through the midst,” which is supposedly
what the chief Nahachish saw when he first looked down
upon the valley. Later, according to legend, after the chief
had named the valley and the Indian village had celebrated,
Nahchish turned to stone. Tough job, thinking up those
names.
Father Juan Norberto de Santiago obviously wasn’t afraid of
being transformed into a rock when he left Mission San Juan
Capistrano with seven other men and ventured through the
Temecula Valley in search of a new mission site. This was
in 1797, marking the first time a white man had set foot
in Temecula. The mission was eventually built at San Luis
Rey and the Temecula valley region became one of the most
valuable holdings.
Fire following the San Francisco earthquake in 1906 de-
stroyed many of the early records regarding Temecula, but it
is known that in 1821 the Pala Mission was built and Chris-
tianization of the Indians began. Ten years later, a group of
American trappers including Ewing Young, John Turner, Kit
Carson and his older brother Moses wandered into the area
for the first time Temecula was associated with America’s
west, in “the last frontier.”
About a decade later, as Mexico’s grip on California was
slipping, provincial governor’s began granting large plots of
land to individuals. The days of padres controlling the lands
adjacent to their missions was over, and the age of rancheros
was ushered in.
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as if they are family. Giuseppe and Vincenza can often be
seen stopping at each table, greeting customers with hugs and
handshakes.
I’ve been a fan of Raviolis! since they opened in 2006. Start
your meal with a Caesar salad, or the wonderful Mozzarella
Caprese – ripe tomatoes topped with fresh basil and mozzarella
cheese, then drizzled with olive oil. While I occasionally divert
from my favorite entrée, I can usually be found ordering
the Funghi alla Bascaiola. This is mushroom ravioli with a
sage cream sauce, tossed with asparagus and Italian sausage.
Delectable!
wine selection, hand-picked by sommelier Vincenza. You will
find everything from their delicious house wines to unique
selections that will please the most discriminating palate. The
Scotch aficionado will also find themselves instant friends with
Giuseppe and Vincenza!
The ambiance at Raviolis! is elegant, with beautiful music in
the background and mood lighting. In the adjacent cocktail
lounge, you can find live entertainment most weekends, with
happy hour specials on beverages and appetizers throughout
the week. For dessert, you can choose from classic Tiramisu,
chocolate raviolis, or my personal favorite – the chocolate chip
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of Chef Giuseppe’s cooking classes – always a fun evening and
a full house! Learning some of his trade secrets has allowed me
to create some delicious meals of my own.

My other top choice is the Spaghetti alla Carbonara – pasta tossed
with crisp pancetta and onions in a parmesan cream sauce.
My husband, however, always opts for the Ravioli di Gamberi
alla Inferno – shrimp ravioli tossed with garlic and shrimp
in a spicy tomato white wine sauce. He’s always in epicurean
bliss. The bread service, served before your meal, comes with a
selection of delicious toppings for your fresh bread, including
roasted garlic and olive tapenade. Raviolis! also has a wonderful
Raviolis! has truly become our go-to place for delicious food,
a wonderful glass of wine, and the feeling that we are dining
with good friends, even if it is just the two of us. Raviolis! can
be found at 123 N. Main Street in Lake Elsinore, and on the web
at www.raviolisitalian.com Coming soon, a sister location with
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29940 Hunter Rd. Murrieta, CA 92563
across from French Valley Airport
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Smooth Drinks Amazing Food
Great Company in your Neighborhood
Rustico is Simply Great Italian Food! Family owned for over
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ago, but his romance with food began many years before in
his homeland of Sicily, Italy. Rustico begins with the freshest
ingredients and prepares the basics daily. The sauces, dressings
and soups are all homemade. No artificial anything!
The experience at Rustico starts with the warm, homemade,
delicious bread and dipping sauce. But don’t fill up on
bread because you won’t want to miss out on a tempting
appetizer, like the lightly battered calamari, fresh fried
mozzarella or Rustico’s specialty Portobello Mushroom
Repieni, stuffed with shrimp, walnuts, sundried tomato,
romano cheese and topped with a butter white wine sauce.
For a main course, you can choose from a great selection
of traditional pasta dishes, Shrimp Scallop Agro Dulce,
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Veal Marsala, Chicken Picatta or Filet Medalians. If you
are in the mood for pizza you have come to the right place
because all of the pizzas have a New York style crust and
are freshly made by Co-Owner Joseph Cusumano. For
dessert lovers, one bite of any of the homemade selections
and you will truly know they were made with love.
Naturally a good wine enhances any Italian dish and
Rustico offers a generous selection of local and imported
vintages. A full bar is stocked with premium liquors and
in the comfortable lounge area you are invited to enjoy the
Extended Happy Hour from 3pm till close everyday!
Rustico is open for Lunch and Dinner Monday – Thursday 11:00 a.m. –
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12 chicken thighs 1 bunch parsley, minced
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2 large yellow onions, slice
1 bottle Temecula red wine
5 garlic cloves, minced
1 c. flour
4 c. button mushrooms, sliced
ther pan, brown
in flou r seas one d with salt and pepper and brown on low heat. In ano
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By Peggi Nash
Tony & Joan move their popular
Italian Restaurant to Murrieta!
Originally in Temecula, Anthony’s
Lounge & Ristorante is one of the oldest,
family owned fine dining establishments & Lounge
in the area. Located in downtown
Murrieta at 24630 Washington Avenue,
it remains an Italian cuisine favorite and
the place to have fun!
Even in the current economy, Tony &
Joan continue to treat their clientele to
delectable Italian fare, made with only
the finest fresh ingredients. The Osso
Buco is renowned and people come on
weekends just for that! The menu also
includes Lamb Rack, Filet Mignon, Rib
Eye steak, 24 oz. Porterhouse Fiorentina,
Chicken and daily Fresh Fish. Specialty
pasta dishes are always a favorite and
Tony’s secret salad dressing is one of the
most popular things on the menu. You
can buy it….but don’t ask him how to
make it! All dishes are specially prepared to please the most
discerning palate.
Anthony’s Lounge has live music Tuesday through Saturday,
featuring favorite local talent. Weekends are usually crowded, the community!
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so reservations are recommended. Special
requests are gladly considered. You can
enjoy “Happy Hour” from 3:30 to 6:30
p.m., Monday through Friday and savor
unique appetizers and pizza along with an
exotic drink, if you choose. There is a full
bar and a wine cellar filled with premium
Italian, Domestic and Local wines. Patio
dining and a private meeting/party room
are also available.
Tony is an avid sports fan, so his
restaurant is the place to be for major
sports events. There are three giant
televisions and he’ll bring in more if
necessary. A good time is always had by
all!
The serving staff of Anthony’s is among
the best and they go out of their way to
please the diner. If you are a regular, they
greet you by name and remember what
you like in food and beverage. Great food,
great service, attention to detail and the
customer’s wishes are why people come
back to Anthony’s time and again.
Tony and Joan want to thank the residents of Murrieta for
welcoming them and enthusiastically embracing them into

By Judy Contreras
Italiano Delicioso!
Lots of restaurants have come on the scene in Temecula since
2000, but only the best have survived. Gourmet Italia is one of
best and for good reason. Alex Prestifilippo, owner and chef,
has succeeded in consistently giving his guests a warm, invit-
ing dining experience.
I have to admit that with all of the new restaurant choices in
town, I hadn’t been in to Gourmet Italia in a while and dur-
ing my recent visit, I found out what I have been missing. My
Husband, Darrell, and I showed up unannounced and were
welcomed immediately by Angelo. Our waitress, Nora, came
over immediately and started us off with the Gourmet Italia
Salad of baby greens topped with a wine poached pear, gor-
gonzola crumbles, candied walnuts and finished with a bal-
samic drizzle. She paired it with a crisp Sicilian Catarratto that
was a perfect match to the light sweetness of the salad.
We then chose the homemade Lasagna and the Pollo Marsala
as our entrees. We again asked Nora to chose a wine pairing
and we were delighted with the 2004 Spina Syrah for the Lasa-
gna and the 2007 MasiTupungato Malbec for the Pollo Mar-
sala. The Lasagna was served in a steaming chafing dish with
delicious layers of homemade pasta, marinara, béchamel and
bolognese sauces with a nice layer of mozzarella cheese. The
Bolognese sauce tasted like it had been simmered long enough
to marry the flavors to a deep red color and rich meaty perfec-
tion. The Pollo Marsala was my favorite. The chicken was very
tender and covered with a sauce of fresh mushrooms and just
the right amount of sweet earthiness from the Marsala wine.
It was served with penne pasta with a fresh marinara sauce.
Yum!
We hadn’t seen Alex, which is unusual, and Nora told us he
was in the back dining room giving a cooking class. I went
back to check it out and found a large group learning how to
prepare Ostrich with a Sicilian rub and Arugula and Cherry
Tomato Salad. They both looked fabulous. I got a taste of the
Ostrich which was moist, tender and very flavorful. It is on
the menu as a special and I would love to come back and try
it as an entree. Alex, took time out to greet me with his usual
grace and then went back into his instruction of how to care-
fully handle the arugula greens.
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We finished our dinner with a Cannoli filled with smooth
ricotta blended with a hint of orange and vanilla. It was topped
with strawberries and drizzled with chocolate sauce and choc-
olate pieces. It was the perfect ending to a perfect meal.
Weekend nights get very busy and I highly recommend call-
ing ahead for a reservation. The wine lounge is a great place to
relax and, on the weekends, listen to good music. The cooking
classes are held every other Tuesday night and reservations
are essential.
If you are looking for a more casual, family lunch or din-
ner, I would recommend Spuntino Pizzeria and Delicatessen
which is also owned by Alex and Charity Prestifilippo. It is
Charity that is running things most days. It has a fun, casual
atmosphere with the specialty being the Sicilian style pizzas
baked in the wood fired oven. Charity makes sure the atmo-
sphere is fun and inviting and even has specials like “Taxless
Tuesdays” or when twice a month you can get a family style
four course dinner with wine for $20 a person. She also has
“Thirsty Thursdays” with $3 beer and $4 wine by the glass.
There is a full service deli if you prefer to get something to go.
Private pizza parties for Birthdays and other special occasions
can be reserved.
GOURMET ITALIA
27499 Ynez Road, Temecula
(951) 676-9194
Upscale Italian Cuisine
Open Tuesday – Saturday 11am – 10pm,
Sunday 12pm -10pm
Call for reservations
Group cooking classes every other Tuesday, limited seating
SPUNTINO PIZZERIA AND DELICATESSEN
31891 Rancho California Road, Temecula
(951) 699-7722
Casual Family dining
Open 7 days a week 10:30am to 9:30pm
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 easy ENTERTAINMENT
The Floral Ingredient Ingredients for Entertaining
by Rebecca Orlauski – Twiggs & Petals Floral Design by Tiffany Halverson – Tiffany’s Party Designs

Just like there are those that are born party planners and others If you are reading this article I assume you have the bug – the
that are terrified at the idea of making dinner for a single guest; entertaining bug, that is! Be it big or small, if you have it I am
there will be some of you out there that have seasonal gardens and afraid there is no cure. I find it to be a positive attribute, however
make a fresh arrangement every week for your kitchen counter. my husband might argue that point! Whether you love to have a
few friends over for dinner and pore over cook books looking for
Others will never have done more than drop a pre-made bouquet
the perfect meal or you are itching to plan an entire wedding for
in water. My goal is to make everyone know one thing…“It is okay
200 in your backyard with 20 different aspects, it all comes down
to touch the flowers, they are not as fragile as you think.” to wanting to put a smile on someone’s face and a little warmth in
your heart.
The three key ingredients in any floral arrangement are the flow-
ers, greens and filler. We all know what flowers are, but in a floral What does entertaining mean to you? A gathering, a group, an
arrangement, one or more flowers must be the main focal point. event, a few friends, ahh family, a gala, a BBQ – so many op-
The greens are just what they sound like, the leaves or foliage that tions…. To me it means a party, everyone loves a great party…just
is used to surround the floral. Filler can be a variety of foliage or the word party gives me a little thrill will it be grand or intimate?
flowers used to complement or accentuate the main flowers in an Extravagant or casual? Will there be a theme? Who will be there?
arrangement. Filler can also be fruit, vegetables or any other accent What will be there? Now I know there are some people out there
item you want to highlight. Filler can be some of the most creative that get a little stressed out when they think they have to entertain.
I know it seems hard to believe for you party people, but they are
aspects of an arrangement. If you are having a spicy meal,add a
out there. And don’t worry if you are one of them because I am
few chili peppers to the centerpiece. If you’re making sushi, add going to hit on some tips and ideas that will make it easy and yes
chopsticks. As we play with fun ideas and themes in future issues, even enjoyable for you to throw a shindig, but we’ll get to that later.
we’ll explore numerous ways to be creative with floral décor.
Officially, a party is a gathering of people who have been invited
As we’re being creative, we will cover the tools you will need to by a host for the purposes of socializing, conversation, and rec-
design amazing floral arrangements. The first is a pair of floral reation. This brings us to the beginning, the ying and yang, the
scissors or knife. I will admit that a knife will give you a better two main ingredients that will be at every party: the host and the
cut, but I personally prefer a pair of floral scissors, and I would guests.
recommend anyone new to flo-
ral design starting with scissors. A few things that are required
of a good host and good
Floral scissors, are designed
guests. The Host: The party
to cut a flowers stem without
is not all about you, it is a lot
crushing it. Other tools or sup- about you, don’t get me wrong,
plies will depend on the type of but not all about you. When
arrangement or container you you plan a gathering you
are using. As we design our way should have your guests’ en-
through the coming “Parties” joyment in mind. From time
we will explore these tools and frame, to menu and drinks,
discuss their proper usage. I like to add a little surprise
if possible. Guest mixability
Lastly, let’s discuss making your should be considered and the
arrangements last. We’ve all little details are fun to add.
The Guests: The host went to
heard different tricks, but re-
a lot of trouble for you, so be
ally, it all comes down to water. appreciative, be on time, and
Flowers are thirsty. You want to bring a gift for goodness sakes!
make sure that they have clean, Every good guest should bring
room temperature water and a hostess gift. Beverages are
that none of the leaves or flow- always a hit, candles, and food
ers are in the water. You can products, but not food to go
also add a floral food, but make with the meal unless asked.
sure you get the food to water Your hostess probably already
ratio correct. After you’ve de- has his/her meal planned out,
signed a beautiful arrangement, so consider a unique condi-
ment for them to try later or
we want to make sure you can
scones for breakfast.
enjoy it even after your guests
have gone home.

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SPRUCE UP YOUR SPACE WITH
QUICK FIX-UPS
Already delaying your New Year’s resolution to spruce up
your home? Many fix-ups do not necessarily call for hours
of physical labor, sweat and tears - a number of projects can
be accomplished on the weekend, or even in an evening, to
give your home a fresh new appearance. Here are some ideas
that require just a few hours, a little elbow grease and won’t
break your budget:

Carpet Clean Up: If your carpet shows stains and dirt, con-
sider performing a deep cleaning to enhance a room’s decor.
Many local hardware stores rent carpet extractors for those
who don’t own one. To get rid of ingrained stains from food,
drinks or pets, use a heavy-duty stain remover to lift out dirt
and grime while deodorizing. While it’s smart to treat stains
right away, many new products will even reduce the appear-
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 the CURE
cause enough for the headache pain commonly diagnosed as mi-
MIGRAINE , FIBROMYALGIA, graine. This fact can be demonstrated by the absolute elimination

CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME, of certain foods that are known to cause elevated histamines.

GOUT, ARTHRITIS, ASTHMA, & ADD/ADHD There’s a protocol that I have used in my Temecula practice for the
by B.F. Rocco, D.C. last 20 years that has produced positive results with patients from
What do these as well as a whole host of common and uncommon age 18 days through age 93. The list of cases treated includes all of
maladies including the entire list of autoimmune diseases have the conditions mentioned above and more. The protocol requires
in common? First of all, their diagnoses are determined by the a 21 day abstinence from those known offending foods, during
same method. The MD is trained to consider the patient’s history, which time, at weekly visits, the patient’s metabolic imbalances
symptoms, lab results and exam findings, and then select one and deficiencies are revealed and appropriately addressed, mak-
of the known disease syndromes that best fits those factors. ing it possible for the patient to reintroduce the foods into the diet
The MD then names the patient’s symptoms and selects a drug without the previously experienced allergic responses.
recommended by the Pharmaceutical industry that’s expected to
eliminate the symptoms, produce normal lab values, and return To summarize, Food Allergies result in nutritional deficiencies
the patient to a state of wellness. If one drug doesn’t work, the which lead to metabolic imbalance, immune system compromise,
doctor tries another, and another in hopes of eventually finding and the appearance of symptoms. At this point there’s a choice.
one that does produce the desired results. Meanwhile, the drugs You can go to an MD, get a medical diagnosis, have your symp-
wreak havoc on the patient’s liver and other previously normal, toms named, get prescription drugs, experience disappointment
healthy organ systems. You’ve seen the ads. The lists of potential and failure, and even risk potentially severe side effects. Or you
side effects are frightening. can address the Food Allergies and resolve the primary, underly-
ing cause of your symptoms safely, naturally, and without the risk
Second and most importantly, all the symptoms by which these of potentially harmful drugs. For information on the location of
maladies are diagnosed are also symptoms of Food Allergies. my practice, or for referral to a doctor near you that is familiar
Sometimes called Food Addictions, food allergies occur when an with this protocol, go to my website. www.doctorbennrocco.com
individual is unable to effectively digest certain foods due to nutri-
tional deficiencies. These deficiencies are either genetic in origin
or are the result of poor eating habits like eating too much of cer-
tain favorite foods too often. These undigested foods putrefy in the
small intestine and create histamines which inhibit the absorption
of nutrients necessary to maintain a normal, healthy, disease free
body. Instead, histamines are absorbed and circulated throughout
the body, resulting in symptoms which are identical to those as-
sociated with the disease processes mentioned above. The inability
to digest and assimilate nutrients, and effectively eliminate waste
materials results in nutritional deficiencies, metabolic imbalance,
and immune system compromise, thereby setting the stage for
most if not all disease processes.

Let’s consider Migraine for example. Appropriate Chiropractic

Manipulative Therapy is effective 100% of the time in cases where
the cause of the migraine is the result of joint dysfunction, and the
patient’s metabolism is in a normal healthy state. However, if due
to Food Allergies an individual is unable to provide the essential
nutrients to appropriately produce the neurotransmitters required
for normal nerve conduction, an imbalance occurs in the central
nervous system which can not only set the stage for migraine,
but also render Appropriate Chiropractic Manipulative Therapy
ineffective. Additionally, histamines cause water retention and
swelling in body tissue. The mechanical pressure caused by water
retention and swelling of brain tissue within the cranium can be

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TA B LE
IS O TREAF
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UTI DIBLE B 12
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AHE INCRE ETHYL-B
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VITA N. Woeller, D
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by Ku

Autism is treatable - despite erroneous claims of some medi-
cal professionals that children with autism will never recov-
er. Through the use of a specific B-vitamin called Methylco-
bolamin individuals on the spectrum have recovered, while
other have improved their capacity for language, communi-
cation, eye contact, social engagement and more.
Individuals with autism process and respond to information
in unique ways. Some common traits of autism are listed
below:
• Resistance to change
• Repeats words or phrases
• Prefers to be alone; aloof manner
• Little or no eye contact
• Sustained odd play
• Spins objects or self-spins
• Inappropriate attachments to objects
• Over-sensitivity/under-sensitivity to pain
• Not responsive to verbal cues
Research has shown that a large percentage of autistic in-
dividuals have biochemical abnormalities that do not allow
for effective elimination of poisons such as environmental
toxins and heavy metals, i.e. mercury, lead. These biochemi-
cal abnormalities also affect their ability to produce normal
levels of brain chemicals which are responsible for the lan-
guage, focusing and attention problems. Methylcobolamin
(Vitamin B12) significantly helps these areas. It is being
used not because of a deficiency of B12, but because of a
biochemical dependency on this specific form of B12. The
key is using the right type of methylcobolamin with a proper
concentration and route of administration.
James Neubrander, M.D. (www.drneubrander.com) discov-
ered that a simple subcutaneous (under the skin) injection
of methylcobolamin given in the buttocks is the most effec-
tive form of this therapy. The injection using a small insulin
needle is given every three days. The key to this therapy is that
parents are giving the injections themselves. At first this may
seem alarming, but even the most nervous parents quickly
recognize that the injection is efficient, quick and painless.
I have seen many individuals (approximately 60 to 70%)
quickly respond with increased expressive language, eye con-
tact, attention capacity and willingness to socialize within the
first six weeks of therapy. Other may take a little longer. Over-
all, greater than 90% respond favorably to this treatment.
My approach to autism incorporates biomedical interven-
tion - such as Methyl-B12 - which is a system of medicine
that utilizes specialized diagnostic testing, dietary modifi-
cation, nutritional supplements, and medications (when
appropriate). This approach stems from the knowledge
that autism-spectrum individuals, including those with
and attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
and other neuro-developmental disorders are dealing with
biological and toxicity (chemical, heavy metal, food, infec-
tions) issues that are compromising their health. I believe
that autism and its related spectrum disorders are more than
just a psychological condition without hope for recovery or
improvement. In fact, my experience utilizing specialized
diets such as gluten/casein-free, anti-yeast treatment, sup-
plements, methylcobolamin injections and more holds great
promise for significant cognitive improvement and some-
times full recovery.

Kurt N. Woeller, D.O. is Medical Director of Stillpoint Center of Integrative Medicine in Murrieta. CA. He is author of MethylB12ForAutism –
www.MethylB12ForAutism.com. For more information please contact 951-461-4800 or www.mystillpoint.com.

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Vitamin D The Healing Power of the Sun &
by Dr. Eric Madrid, M.D.
Vitamin D was the #1 vitamin of 2009 and will certainly be
the most talked about vitamin of 2010. If there is one vita-
min in the world that can do more for a person’s health and
longevity- vitamin D is it. Fortunately, this vitamin can be
made for free, when time is spent in the sun. UV-B light
from the sun reacts with our skin and generates vitamin
D. However, to achieve adequate blood levels, most need
to supplement. Thousands of studies show health benefits
when one optimizes their blood levels.
Higher levels of vitamin D in the blood result in less heart
attacks, breast cancer, colon cancer, multiple sclerosis, dia-
betes, high blood pressure and more. Avoiding the sun may
be more dangerous than we realized.
WHO IS DEFICIENT?
In my medical practice, four in five patients have vitamin D
deficiency, or a blood level 31 ng/ml or lower. Few people
spend 15 to 20 minutes each day in the sunlight, allowing
their face, arms and legs to be exposed. The is the time re-
quired for adequate vitamin D production.
High Blood Pressure. High blood pressure affects one in
four adults. It is a leading risk factor for heart attacks and
strokes. While there are many reasons a person develops
high blood pressure, studies show at men with lower levels
of vitamin D were 6 times more likely to have hypertension
while woman were almost 3 times more likely. Maintaining
a healthy weight and doing routine exercise help control
blood pressure.
Heart Attacks. Heart disease is a leading killer in the U.S
and causes over 900,000 deaths each year. A Harvard Uni-
versity study showed that people with higher levels of vita-
min D in their blood had 80% less risk of heart attacks when
compared to those with the lowest levels.
A study from Germany showed those with lower vitamin D
blood levels were five times more likely to die from sudden
cardiac death when compared to those with higher vitamin
D blood levels. Many other studies have shown similar re-
sults.
Breast Cancer. Breast cancer will affect one in nine women
during their lifetime. Mammograms help detect existing
cancer. Preventing cancer from forming should be the pri-
ority, not simply trying to find it.
A healthy diet can also help prevent breast cancer. Studies
show that vitamin D can help, too.
the CURE
How It Can Save Your Life
A 2007 study from UCSD showed a 50% reduction in breast
cancer in women who had vitamin D levels greater than 52
ng/ml. Another study showed that those women who lived
in areas with more sunlight exposure had a 25% to 65% re-
duction in breast cancer. Other studies have shown similar
findings.
Colon Cancer. According to the American Cancer Society,
colon cancer accounts for 8% of all cancer deaths in men
and 9% of all cancer deaths in women. Fortunately, the ma-
jority of cases can be prevented. Vitamin D has been shown
to prevent colon cancer. This was first observed back in the
1930s, and later confirmed in the 1980s at UCSD. Scientists
showed that those who live in areas with more sunlight had
lower rates of colon cancer. Two studies, published in 2005
and 2007, showed that those with more vitamin D in their
blood could decrease colon cancer risk by 50%. Another
study at Creighton University concluded more vitamin D
resulted in 60% less cancer.
OTHER CONDITIONS ASSOCIATED
WITH VITAMIN D DEFICIENCY
Numerous other studies show those with lower vitamin D
intake have higher rates of strokes, peripheral artery disease,
prostate cancer, ovarian cancer, pancreatic cancer, fibromy-
algia, falls, fractures, multiple sclerosis, lupus, rheumatoid
arthritis, asthma, autism, psoriasis and much more.
Toxicity. There is no such thing as true “vitamin D toxicity”.
However, those who take in excess of 10,000 IU of vitamin
D daily may absorb too much calcium resulting in elevated
blood calcium levels. It is important that people check their
blood vitamin D and calcium levels before taking anything
over 2,000 IU of vitamin D daily. Those with kidney disease
or high blood calcium levels need to consult with their phy-
sicians before supplementation.
Check Your Vitamin D Level. Ask your doctor to check
your vitamin D blood level. Most people will need at least
2,000 IU of vitamin D, many need much more. Spend 15
minutes each day in the sun, without sunscreen, allow your
arms, face and legs to be exposed. Preventing chronic dis-
ease is the key to longevity and a quality life. Vitamin D
supplementation will likely prove that one vitamin that can
actually help us achieve this goal. Best of luck in your jour-
ney for a healthier you!
About author: Eric Madrid MD is a Board Certified Family Physician at
Rancho Family Medical Group (www.RanchoFamilyMed.com) with offices
in Temecula and Menifee. He is author of Vitamin D Prescription - The
Healing Power of the Sun . Available at amazon.com
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Mark Griffiths DDS
3565 Fourth Ave
San Diego, CA 92103
(619) 298-6257
www.griffithsokiharadentistry.com

Advanced Cosmetics • Sleep Dentistry

Numbness Reversal • Laser Dentistry
Financial & Insurance Options

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 first IMPRESSIONS

Why Patients
Have Options
When Choosing A
Cosmetic Dentist
Recently Country Review Magazine sat down with Dr. Mark To become a leader in cosmetic dentistry a dentist must
Griffiths of San Diego who has been involved in Cosmetic dedicate him/herself to many years of continuing education
Dentistry for over 10 years. Dr. Griffiths is well known in above and beyond the standard general dental requirements.
Southern California for his out-standing customer care, “If a patient really wants to change their smile, it is impera-
technical knowledge and skill in Cosmetic Dentistry. tive they choose a dentist with the skills and experience to
accomplish their goals.”
Our questions to Dr. Griffiths were: What makes Cos-
metic Dentistry stand out from other types of Dentistry? People who are considering cosmetic dentistry need to ask
Dr. Griffiths was very candid in explaining that Cosmetic a few important questions. First, they need to see before
Dentistry is not recog- and after photographs. Most den-
nized specifically by the
“If a patient really wants to change tists’ websites and advertisements
American Dental Associa- their smile, it is imperative they choose use “stock” photographs which are
tion as a dental specialty. a dentist with the skills and experience not the dentist’s own work. “Many
Therefore, all general den- times you can tell the quality of the
tists can perform cosmetic
to accomplish their goals.” work you will receive by the quality
dental procedures. Unfortunately, not all general dentists of the photographs.” Second, you need to ask for references.
have the experience and or skills to perform cosmetic den- Ask previous patients what their experience was like. Would
tistry at the highest level. they go through their cosmetic dental treatment with their
dentist again? Lastly, ask what type of continuing education
Dr. Griffiths went on to explain that there are professional the dentist has pursued. Have they made a lifelong commit-
organizations dedicated to the advancement of cosmetic ment to studying the art and science of cosmetic dentistry?
dentistry. The largest of these organizations is The Ameri-
can Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Founded in 1984 the
AACD has grown to over 7,000 members worldwide. Mem- If you would like to discuss any of the exciting new cosmetic
ber dentists of the AACD strive to advance the knowledge options available, feel free to contact Dr. Griffiths office at
and art of cosmetic dentistry. For the elite few, the AACD 619-298-6257.
also offers a credentialing program. This program includes
written, clinical and oral exam requirements that test for a Mark Griffiths, D.D.S • 3565 Fourth Ave • San Diego, CA 92103
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National Child Abuse Prevention Month
by Clifford Nunn
April is recognized as National Child Abuse Prevention
Month, a time set aside to call attention to the plight of abused
youth here in America. Child abuse, or youth maltreatment if
you want to be politically correct, is a rising problem across
America, but to the surprise of many it is also a problem right
here in Southwest Riverside County. Abuse does not know
any boundaries. It crosses all socioeconomic limits, ethnici-
ties, and communities. According to the most current statis-
tics there are over 3.5 million potential child abuse cases re-
ported to authorities annually. Of that, over 900,000 cases are
severe enough to merit the removal of the youth from their
families and sadly for over 1,700 cases annually help arrives
too late and a child dies from abuse.
Those are very large statistics and if you are like me, they are
difficult to truly comprehend. Let’s break it down into easier to
understand numbers. Approximately every 47 seconds a child
is abused. Every 26 seconds a child runs away from home and
every eight seconds a child drops out of school. That means that
in the short time it will take you to read this article another
three to five children will become victims of abuse.
This information, these statistics, may leave you feeling hope-
less, angry, and frustrated. Although the numbers are stag-
gering, there is hope. There are actions that we can take, deci-
sions that we can make within our own families and within
the communities that we live in to make a difference in the
lives of our children and youth.
Nestled in the wine country of the Temecula Valley sit 12
acres of hope, healing, and recovery. It’s a place where up to
36 youths can find shelter, love, and the opportunity to start
over. I’m referring to Rancho Damacitas Children’s Homes, a
long-term residential treatment facility that provides compre-
hensive care for hurting youth ranging in age from 6 to 18. On
this campus sits six homes, three homes for boys and three
homes for girls. Each home is led by a married couple with
a compassionate heart for children, referred to as home-par-
ents. These couples are supported by an array of staff includ-
ing therapists, social workers, crisis intervention teams, child
care workers, and administrative staff working in concert and
with great integrity for the benefit of the children entrusted to
their service. At Rancho Damacitas everyone works toward
the goal of providing physical recovery, emotional healing,
and hope for a new beginning…one of promise, purpose, and
a brighter future.
helping HANDS
The road to recovery is not easy. In addition to recovering
from the abuse that these children have suffered, they also
must learn that the abuse was not their fault, that they are
not worthless, and that their life is worth saving. As these
obstacles are struggled with, depression often sets in, anger
begins to surface, and sometimes thoughts of suicide must be
dealt with. Abuse, like a weed growing in a beautiful garden of
flowers, must be dealt with from the roots up. It must be ex-
tracted from the garden so the flower can flourish and reach
its maximum potential to bud and then bloom beautifully as a
healthy, happy, productive member of our community.
I invite you today to become an active partner with Rancho
Damacitas and to help stand in the gap for the innocent vic-
tims of child abuse. The abused cannot stand alone, we must
come alongside them and take them by the hand, tell them
that they are important, valuable, and precious. They need
our help, our encouragement, and our resources. I invite you
to visit www.4kidsfirst.org to learn how you can help. We also
must stand together to help those abused and to try and stop
abuse before it happens.
So I ask each of you, especially during the month of April,
National Child Abuse Prevention Month, to show that you
care about the abused youth of our community and for all
children by spending time with your children. Read to them,
play with them, and plan family events with them. Be a role
model for respectful behavior and values you believe in. Show
your children that you love them. As a community, reach out
and help a parent who is struggling. Let’s remind everyone
who may be wrestling with the difficulties of parenthood that
asking for help is a sign of strength. Please, lend your time,
skills, resources, and money to help agencies such as Rancho
Damacitas who work with the abused and who work to pre-
vent others from being abused.
Lastly, the easiest request possible, will you join me and oth-
ers by simply wearing or displaying a blue ribbon during the
month of April? A blue ribbon humbly worn by a Virginian
Grandmother in 1989 in honor of her grandson who died as
a result of abuse has become the national sign of child abuse
prevention and was the beginning of April being recognized
as the National Child Abuse Prevention Month.
Together we can make a difference, together we can heal the
broken and hurting, and together we can stand in the gap and
prevent others from being abused.
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helping HANDS
RACE FOR HUMANITY 2010 PLANNED
Third District Supervisor’s Race for Humanity 2010 is happening
on Saturday, April 24 at the Mt. San Jacinto Community College –
Menifee Campus, from 6:30 am to 12:00 pm. This popular annual
10K/5K Run and Expo/Kids Zone is a community event benefit-
ing women and children living in Riverside County who are af-
fected daily by life-threatening crises.
Race for Humanity 2010 is a public/private partnership between
Riverside County Board of Supervisors, corporate and individual
donors and race participants to help raise financial support for de-
serving nonprofits that supply life-saving services to women and
children in dire circumstances. 2010 nonprofit recipients are:
• All from The Heart
• Birth Choice of Temecula
• Boys and Girls Club of Southwest County
• Canine Support Teams
• Center Against Sexual Assault of Southwest Riverside County
• Coalition to Improve Education
• Community Outreach Ministry
• Inland Empire Habitat for Humanity
• La Vista Recovery and Wholeness Center for Women
• Michele’s Place
• New Vision’s Children’s Services
• Oak Grove Center for Education Treatment & the Arts
• Our Nicholas Foundation
• Valley Watch
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This year’s event includes “Food Drive for Humanity” set for April
12-23. Individuals and businesses are encouraged to donate nutri-
tious canned and nonperishable food items (please, no glass items
or home-canned goods) or donate a $10.00 gift card from any
grocery store. Food and funds benefit the following hunger-relief
organizations:
• Community Pantry of Murrieta
• Hemet/San Jacinto Community Pantry
• Idyllwild Help Center
• Menifee Valley Community Cupboard
• Senior Services Center Emergency Program
For further information about the Race for Humanity or to find
your nearest drop off locations for the “Food Drive for Humanity”
donations please visit www.race4humanity.org .
About Race for Humanity:
The mission of the Race for Humanity is to raise awareness of the is-
sues pertaining to women and children in Riverside County: family
safety, domestic violence, substance abuse, sexual assault, homeless-
ness, breast cancer, heart disease, autism and education to name a
few. These issues affect all of us at some level.

DESERVING KIDS,
SALVAGEABLE LIVES:
THE PLIGHT OF OUR FOSTER YOUTH
PART 1
By Barbara D. Tooker
“Hi, -------, things have happened again with really bad
timing recently. I would still like to go to college in Cali-
fornia but would not have a place to stay. I really hope I
have a chance of making it in this world….”
This message, and thousands of others just like it, came from the
more than 500,000 foster youth in this country. Every year, ap-
proximately 20,000 “age out”(turn 18) of the system. They be-
come “emancipated” from the system, but certainly not “free.” In
California, according to the CCS Partnership (Cities Counties
Schools), there are approximately 83,000 in foster care, with over
4,000 aging out each year.
What happens to these emancipating youth, who already have
lived in an average of 6 different placements? The 2008 CCS re-
port, Our Children: Emancipating Foster Youth; A Community
Action Guide, provides the following statistics researched by Hon-
oring Emancipated Youth, a San Francisco-based non-profit:
65% need immediate housing
40-50% become homeless within 18 months
60% earn at or below $6,000/year
10% attend college; less than 1% graduate
40% complete high school
25% become incarcerated within the first 2 years
Experience Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome at a
rate two times the level of U.S. war veterans
The statistics from the 2008 report of California Blue Ribbon
Commission on Children in Foster Care are even grimmer:
46% not completing high school
35% becoming incarcerated
60% unemployed upon emancipation and
50% still unemployed by age 21
helping HANDS
These statistics should be screaming at us. They represent
the current plight of too many children. These are kids, who
through no fault of their own, are ill prepared to succeed. They
have two hands tied behind their back from a very early age,
and the problems mount. Even if we took the individual out
of the equation (which would be inexcusable), we can see the
overall problems people represented by statistics like this create
for society: welfare, homelessness, incarceration, children rais-
ing children, health hazards, and passing on these problems to
another generation, and another.
“Frank” first became a court-ordered dependent when he and
his mother and sister were found living in an abandoned mo-
bile home in a rural, mostly uninhabited area. His mother was
making, selling, and using drugs; his father was incarcerated;
and they were basically living off the land. His poor nutrition,
lack of basic physical and emotional care, and truancy from
school led to anger, defiance, and other behaviors that were a
part of his survival shield. He doesn’t trust adults because they
either hurt him, abandon him, or lie to him. He’s smart, in fos-
ter care, and working to succeed. Sometimes. Then other times,
he lashes out, shows poor judgment, and defies authority.
There are too many “Frank” stories. He, and others like him
in our communities, need our help. These are our kids; they
are our collective responsibility. They deserve a chance to “be
somebody.” They need both a hand out and a hand up. They
need mentoring. They need a place to live. They need some
trustworthy adults in their lives who won’t let them down.
They need counseling, job skills, socialization skills, a decent
education, a cheerleader, and a drill sergeant. They need us as
a community, as a family, as a caring group of people who be-
lieve in them and won’t let them go no matter how hard they
try our patience. Individually and collectively, we can make a
difference.
Temecula is working to make a difference. They are develop-
ing a model program to address the needs of their own foster
youth. In November 2008, the Temecula City Council, the Riv-
erside County Board of Supervisors, and the Temecula Valley
Unified School District Governing Board passed two impor-
tant joint resolutions. The first was to form a local City County
School Partnership whose express purpose is to work together
on as many issues as possible that impact their joint constitu-
ents. This saves taxpayer dollars, shares the responsibility, com-
bines the talent of all residents, and increases the chances of
each foster youth achieving goals about which they may only
have been able to dream.
Barbara Tooker is Executive Director of the National Parenting Institute
and serves as the Chair of the Temecula Area Foster Youth Task Force. She
is writing on their behalf as a study committee who has been charged with
the duty of making recommendations to the CCS Partnership. She can be
reached at 951-694-8910.
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WHY SOLAR POWER? “HAVE THE SUN WORK FOR YOU!”
Harnessing the sun’s energy is one of the cleanest methods
of generating power. In fact, powering the average home
through solar energy technology is the equivalent of driving
12,000 miles less per year, or planting an acre of trees. By
having a solar power system installed at your home, you are
gaining independence from the utility companies, as well
as adding close to 100% of the system cost to the value of
your home. Not only will you get away from ever-increasing
power bills, but Edison will now pay you once your system
starts producing more power than you use. There is truth
to that urban myth about your power meter spinning
backwards, after all.
Why now? The California Solar Initiative is offering rebates
at unparalleled rates, but only for a limited time. The average
rebate is currently about $10,000, and combined with a
tax credit of up to 30%, this can mean a total savings of
up to 50% of the cost of your new system. If you act soon,
SUNPRO SOLAR will reserve your high rebate tier for free
before it gets lower. Riverside County currently has one of
the highest tiers in terms of rebate value. In order to take
advantage of these rebates, you need to act soon, before they
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are reduced or disappear. Solar systems are more affordable
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system costs by installing one now!
Why SUNPRO? SUNPRO’s owner, Adam Evans, a licensed
electrician, is fully invested in his company, proven by his
hands-on approach to the business and personal involvement
in every project they take on. He handles installations
personally alongside his business partner and lead installer,
Jesse Green. Customer satisfaction is his number one concern.
Locally owned and operated, SUNPRO also designs systems
to be as aesthetically pleasing and efficient as possible for each
home. The owner has a SUNPRO system on his own home
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going GREEN
WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO LIVE COMFORTABLY
by Kimbely Neccochea
For busy Americans, living comfortably means convenience.
Conveniently keeping that 20-pack of water bottles in the
pantry for an easy grab as we are running out the door, or
leaving our coffee pot plugged in throughout the night be-
cause the self-timer is necessary for those two extra minutes
of sleep. Convenience for Americans has become a way of
life; a way to help ourselves keep up with the fast pace of our
daily lives. However, the unconscious things we are doing
daily have developed into the monster we recognize today
as overconsumption.
Living comfortably doesn’t have to mean inconvenience.
Here are some ways you can do your part, while using little
of your precious time, and saving those precious greens:
ENERGY
CFL Bulb. Switching from incandescent light bulbs to the
more energy efficient CFL’s (Compact Florescent Bulbs),
might cost you more at the initial purchase, however be-
cause the bulbs use 75% less energy, they end up paying for
themselves within two months and will save you around $45
big ones over the span of a year.

As awareness of how overconsumption directly affects our Whole House Fans. While most people passed on these
ecological sustainability increases, so does Green propagan- whole house coolers in the past because of the immense
da. In fact marketing “Green” stands as one of the top trends noise they created, new digital models have been introduced
in 2008 and 2009. Missing the point of all this propaganda, that eliminate this problem. Whole House fans are mounted
the unnecessary overconsumption of our global re- in the ceiling of your home and pull cool outside air
sources, might seem to be unavoidable. In in from open windows, then push it out to cir-
fact, it’s unimaginable that any Ameri- culate a cool draft throughout your home.
can could fail to notice the Green These fans will run you anywhere from
movement when it’s slapped on $70 to $500, but with the tax credit
your new eco-friendly corn pro- you will receive and up to 30% sav-
tein Starbuck’s coffee cup, and ings on your air conditioning costs;
heading the products with the fans generally pay for them-
green labels such as “Seventh selves over the span of three years
Generation” “Greenlist” or (www.atticfans.com).
“Greenworks on the shelves
of your local Walmart.” WATER
Shower Heads. By switching your
However, whether one notices current shower head to a low flow
the green movement or not, is one, you will reduce unnecessary
far from the reason for the billions water usage by half, save up to $75 on
of dollars spent on Green market- your water bill and up to $50 on your
ing. The motivation behind the energy bill. For a product that will only
billion-dollar change comes cost you around $10, it’s a no brainer!
from the knowledge that we (www.hometips.com)
are “overshooting the Earth’s
biological capacity by nearly Aerator. Installing an Aerator onto
50%”; in other words at the your faucet takes only seconds and
rate we are consuming now will cost you under $10. This little
we would need an earth cap that fits nicely into your fau-
and a half to sustain our cet head will increase the airflow
current way of life (www. within the running water, keep-
myfootprint.com). Thus ing a steady water flow but re-
the goal for the money ducing water usage up to 50%.
spent lies in the hope that (www.eartheasy.com)
if major corporations can
make the change, so can we. continued on page 60
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Celebrating its two-year anniversary in March 2010, the Links at
Summerly golf course is more than your average golf course – in
addition to being top-rated; it is also a hidden gem of a restau-
rant and meeting facility. The Links has been recognized by Inland
Empire Golfer with the distinction of “Best Golf Course Food.”
A commercial smoker on the property provides guests with items
like incredible tri-tip, brisket and pulled-pork sandwiches. The
friendly and accommodating staff can customize menus for spe-
cial occasions such as weddings and corporate functions. Custom-
ers rave about the quality of the food, service and the experience.
Having personally attended several charity functions at the Links,
I can tell you the service is outstanding, and the cuisine well above
par (pun intended).
But, of course, the Links is also a golf course – an unusual, Scot-
tish-style golf course that was voted “Best Golf Experience” by
Southland Golf. The par-72 course, designed by famed course
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architect Cal Olson, has a unique layout with almost three miles
of Scottish-type burns and 18 stone bridges scattered across the
nearly 7,000 yards of challenging course. The property has beauti-
ful, soothing scenery, with the Ortega Mountains looming nearby
and natural landscaping which has also made for a stunning wed-
ding backdrop for many lucky couples. The Links at Summerly is
open for breakfast each weekend at 6:30am, and open for lunch
daily from 11am-4pm. The golf course and restaurant, combined
with a full-service bar and pro shop, allows the Links to offer a
true golfer’s “perfect day.”
Coming soon, the Links will be offering specialized events such
as wine tastings and holiday buffets. Details can be found on the
website. The 68-seat clubhouse as well as any of the three outdoor
event lawns are available to rent for any special occasion, with a
full-service catering and event planning staff to make your event
everything you want it to be, and more. Greens fees are competi-
tive, and Annual Memberships are available.
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Access privileges 7 days a week
Monthly dues: $200 single ($2,400/year), $300 family ($3,600/year)
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legal EASE
Sticks And Stones May Break My Bones Pursuant to Family Code section 3044, a custody litigant
found by the court to have perpetrated domestic violence
But False Words Can Take My Custody in the past five years against the other party, the child or the
child’s siblings must overcome a presumption that a sole or
In recent months, I have seen a surge in Restraining Order
joint legal or physical custody award to him or her would be
filings. Many are necessary and based upon serious threats
detrimental to the child. For that reason, a restraining order
or acts of violence. However, some are merely fabrications of
can have a marked effect on an abusive parent’s visitation
the truth by one spouse to get some sort of assumed upper
and custody rights. While there are many situations where
hand in the custody battle.
a restraining order is necessary to protect a spouse or chil-
dren from an abusive parent, occasionally I see a parent seek
Domestic violence is actual or threatened acts of domestic
a restraining order based upon false accusations or skewed
abuse. The Domestic Violence Prevention Act of the Cali-
facts that do not amount to domestic violence. Be warned, if
fornia Family Code starts at section 6200. The Court has a
a spouse is shown to have clearly used a restraining order to
series of mandatory forms for Domestic Violence relief. The
improperly gain the upper ground in custody and control of
forms are specially designed for use by self represented par-
the children, such a victory will undoubtedly be short lived
ties as well as those represented by counsel, and many are
and, at the end of the day, that spouse could very well lose
supplemented by a set of instructions with the intent that
custody for making false accusations of child abuse!
the forms be “user friendly.” (They are available in English,
Chinese, Korean, Spanish and Vietnamese.) The forms are
If you are seeking a restraining order or opposing a restrain-
available for viewing and downloading at the California
ing order you should consult with an attorney.
Courts Web site (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/forms), which also
has a “fillable” forms function. Disclaimer: Brad Jefferson Landon, Esq. of Landon Law, APC is licensed
to practice law in the State of California. Please note that this article does
not constitute legal advice, and should not be relied on, since each state has
The restraining order code sections are intended to prevent different laws, each situation is fact specific, and it is impossible to evaluate
the recurrence of acts/threats of domestic violence and to a legal problem without a comprehensive consultation and review of all the
provide for a separation between the parties involved for a facts and documents at issue. This article does not create an attorney-client
relationship with Brad Jefferson Landon, Esq. or Landon Law, APC.
period of time sufficient to enable them to seek a resolution
of the causes of the violence.

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dr. LOVE
“Forget the Flowers,
Wash the Windows”
Hey Dr. Love;
For our last anniversary my husband gave me the usual:
flowers and dinner. We had fun, but I would rather he
had washed the windows with me! How can I get him
to do what I really want?

Dear Forget the Flowers,

It sounds like you want your husband to show you that he
loves you in a way different from what’s he’s doing. He is
loving you, but he’s doing it in his way, not your way. You’d
like him to learn your way. In fact, many couples, particularly
those who have been married for awhile, think they know
what each other wants. Over the course of their relationship
they feel like they’ve picked up signals from their spouse
about what makes them happy. I’m sure your husband does
know many of the things you want, but it sounds like there
are some things you want from him that he’s not giving you.
There are a few things that might help.

First, you could do what I call “make a study” of each

other. This involves understanding all the aspects of your
spouse. That means, for him, understanding what your like:
how you were raised, your background, your personality...
what makes you unique. No matter how long people have
been in a relationship one of the most important “success
tools” is to continue to study the other person. The problem
is, sometimes we put a certain amount of work into a
relationship and then fall into comfortable routines where
we think we’re doing a good enough job. Maintaining a great
relationship takes a lot of work. This work involves studying
your spouse consistently every day to better understand
them. Since it’s easier for humans to get along best with
people like themselves, same background, personality, and
gender, it’s logical that there will be some sort of struggle to
not only understand our spouse, but make each other happy.

The truth is that we can keep our identity and yet fulfill the
desires of people different than us. A nice gift, then, is to do
some things exactly as your spouse would like.

Men really do find a great deal of satisfaction in pleasing

their wives...as long as they can still be themselves and not
feel like their wives are trying to change them. When you ask
your husband for the gift, tell him you understand washing
windows is not his thing and reassure him this is not going to
become his regular responsibility. Be sure to let him know he
does many other things for you that you absolutely cherish.
Dr. Love is Dr. Tim Abihider, M.Div.,PhD.
If you have a relationship question and you need answers send your
question to info@countryreviewmag.com

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April marks the beginning of our season of bridal fun at
Babydollz Lingerie! With the beautiful change in weather
comes the preparation and excitement of summer wedding
season. In that excitement are the traditional bridal showers
and crazy bachelorette parties that have become a standard
in the basic American wedding. Babydollz Lingerie is proud
to offer an exclusive variety of both bridal shower and bach-
elorette party appropriate gifts.
When Babydollz opened its doors in Temecula three years
ago, we anticipated the strong bridal market as we had expe-
rienced in our previous location in Fallbrook. Well, 2010 is
proving already to be a very busy bridal season again and we
are offering more products than ever!
We are proud to offer our bridal customers the cutest and
most exclusive lines of lingerie, gifts and our now expanded
“custom” selection. Our custom lines include bridal tees,
embellished with swarovski crystals, bridal sleepwear, wed-
ding day wear, hand-painted glassware and our well known
bridal garters. Our bridal garters are completely customized
and handmade here at Babydollz Lingerie by Kathryn, one
of the store’s owners. We offer over 300 color combinations
for our custom garters as well as embellishment to fit each
bride’s personality. Custom garters generally take 7-10 days
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from concept to completion, so if you’re looking for this
hard to find item, give us a call and we will bring your de-
sign to life.
In addition to our fabulous bridal gifts and goodies, we are
very happy to announce that we have expanded our retail
space to include a fun adult products area, we like to call our
Naughty Toy Room! Situated at the back of our boutique
space, our fun adult room offers everything from bachelor-
ette party gifts, decorations and games to a good selection of
adult toys, lotions, potions and costumes for all occasions.
We also offer in-home or private boutique parties we call
“Bedroom Bombshell Parties” for bridal showers, bachelor-
ette parties or just a fun girl’s night out! These parties have
no fee, and are an excellent way to kick off your summer
fun. We recommend our boutique parties for the most fun
and for a limited time are offering a generous discount on
lingerie for your in-store party!
So if you haven’t made it into Temecula’s sexiest boutique,
you’re missing out on some good fun! Come by and see what
we have to offer, we promise you won’t be disappointed! For
any questions or to book your “Bedroom Bombshell Party”,
please call Babydollz Lingerie at (951)719-3655 or visit us
on line at: www.babydollzlingerie.com.
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on the MAP
There are bucket loads of treasure
A GEM
made several expeditions in Riv-
in them thar’ hills south of erside and San Diego Counties. By
Temecula. That’s treasure with a the late 19th century, the mine em-
capital T as in tourmalines. GOOD TIME ployed 128 people, and was known
as the largest pegmatite-mining
operation in U.S. history. Pegmatite
Don’t worry about packing in any By Sandra Shrader minerals contain lepidolite, and, in
pickaxes and hard hats, though. After
turn, from that lithium can be ex-
an easy drive south from Temecula
tracted. This was in great demand at
to Gems of Pala, an outlet of the still-
that time for its commercial uses in
working Stewart Mine’s operations
ceramics and grease.
located on the Pala Reservation, day
trippers and starry-eyed prospectors
But it’s the lepidolite that also con-
don’t even have to break a sweat dur-
tains the sprays of and sprinkles of
ing their sift-and-screen search of the
tourmaline, and, beginning in the
semiprecious gems. Not only that, the
1890s, the Stewart Mine’s output
best treasure of all may be the loads
of the gorgeous gems, rather than
of fun that the whole family can dig
lithium, increased after Tzu Hsi,
into, too!
the dowager empress of China, got
the fever for the pink beauties. The
Open to the public on weekends, the
Customer and prospector Caroline Graber (left) Chinese court subsidized all of the
laid-back and rustic Gems of Pala
of San Diego fills her bucket of mine tailings while San Diego County tourmaline min-
outpost, country store and museum
Gems of Pala proprietors Blue and JoAnn Sheppard ing for 30 years until the death of the
contain large piles of virgin mine “tail- lend a helping hand. empress in 1908. The Stewart Mine
ings” and material from the maze of
shut down for the next 60 years until
miles-long tunnels that makes up the
it reopened under private ownership
privately-owned and nearby Stewart
in the 1970s.
tourmaline mine. For $20 to shovel
and fill a bucket, visitors can purchase
Created one hundred million years
buckets of the underground stuff to
ago, gem quality pink tourmaline
sift through—via screens, trays, and
gemstones are five times as rare as
coffee cans— in their hunt for green,
gem diamonds and over ten times
blue, black and the highly-coveted
more valuable than pure gold, said
pink tourmalines.
Sheppard. But, for him, mining and
prospecting and even sifting through
It usually takes about two hours to
mine tailings is more than being just
go through a five-gallon bucket, says
about the money.
Gems of Pala proprietor and mining
engineer Blue Sheppard, but small
“Yes, of course, it’s great to dream
treasures and nice-sized specimens
about finding treasure, and it’s a real
can be found in the tailings.
thrill when you do,” says the mining
aficionado, who also can enthrall an
“Everybody usually finds something,
Blue Sheppard of Gems of Pala explains the screen audience for hours with a trove of
and that makes the search for tour- and sift process of gem hunting. wild stories about his own mining
malines a lot of fun. People really get
experiences from the Arctic to Zim-
into it,” said Sheppard, who himself
babwe.
caught the mining bug when he was
eight years old and has worked in
“But it’s also more spiritual than that.
mines all over the world since 1967.
We need to remember that life is
about being attuned to and discover-
“One of the best stories we have is
ing what’s right under our feet, too!”
when a nine-year-old boy found such
a big tourmaline here that he was able
to create a college fund when he sold Gems of Pala is located 7.2 miles on Hwy. 76
it, and he’s a civil engineer today,” he east of I-15. Space is limited and telephone
said. reservations are required one week in ad-
vance for gem buckets, and public sifts are
According to Sheppard, the Stewart Tourmalines showing off their stuff at Gems of Pala
available 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. on Sat-
Mine has a rich history dating back urdays and Sundays only. Buckets are $20
to the days just after the California each, cash only. Call 760-742-1356 or visit
www.mmmgems.com for reservations and
Gold Rush when luckless forty-niners Photos by Sandra Shrader
information.

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WILDside by Adria Poindexter

As I’m a native of the flat and green East Coast, off-roading through
the mountains and deserts was foreign to me when I met my hus-
band - who has been off-roading since he was a kid. Since then,
though, I have been witness to some of the most breathtaking views
off-road enthusiast. With over 585,000 acres of wilderness, there are
many options available. Many roads are sandy and require a 4WD
vehicle with high clearance. There are also many hiking trails avail-
able, however - and some vantage points, on a clear day, allow a view
all the way to Mexico. Located
imaginable. Southern CA offers a little something for everyone in just northeast of Palm Springs,
the off-roading arena, and Spring is an exceptional time to head for this is another area that could
the hills as wildflower season is in full swing. There are rugged trails easily be accessed for a one-day
that require four wheel drive and some experience, and there are trip. However, there are nine
trails that a two-wheel-drive vehicle could handle no problem. campgrounds, and backcoun-
try camping is permitted if
Pack a lunch, bring binoculars and a you’d rather make a weekend
camera, and enjoy a day full of color out of it. In terms of backcoun-
and nature before our dry summer try camping, I must include a phrase
turns everything brown again. The I’ve heard before - “take only memo-
wildflowers are fleeting! The heavy El ries, leave only footprints.” Nothing
Nino rains we’ve been having for the aggravates me more when we are out
past several months are sure to bring in the truck or camping than to see
us a spectacular show, so make the trash left lying around. Many of the
time to see more than just the paint- species of plants and flowers you will
splattered hillsides as you drive up the encounter are protected, and it is a
15. Wildflower blooms peak February violation of State law to pick the wild-
through May in the desert regions. flowers no matter where you are. For
more information about Joshua Tree
One of the best locations to view the Spring wildflower extravagan- State Park, visit www.nps.gov/jotr.
za in our area is Anza-Borrego State Park. Located 65 miles from
Temecula, it is an easy day trip with many things to do once you Another desert area that is well worth exploring is the Mojave Na-
arrive. Many of the dirt roads do require 4WD, but stop by the Visi- tional Preserve, east of Barstow. Roughly three hours from the Tem-
tor’s Center for a map of the park to see where your vehicle can go. ecula Valley, this area has over 1,000 miles of dirt roads, that once
There are over 500 miles of roads meandering through the park. For again are best traversed by vehicles with 4WD and clearance. Sever-
those that would rather “hoof it,” there are extensive hiking trails al unique attractions make this area one you don’t want to miss. One
that offer stunning views of the desert landscape. The Visitor’s Cen- that stands out for me is the lava tube - a cave created by ancient vol-
ter also offers Ranger-guided tours that showcase points of interest canic activity, which is accessible via a dirt road and a ladder. Also
in the park. For details about Anza Borrego and all of the services a must-see are the Kelso Dunes. At almost 700 feet high, the dunes
provided, check out www.anzaborrego.net. The wildflower pictures are an impressive sight. Wildflowers bloom at varying times in the
featured on this page were all taken at Anza Borrego. If you are only park depending on the altitude. www.nps.gov/moja
familiar with the desert when it’s dry and monotone, the popping
colors of the blooms will amaze you. Whether you spend an hour or spend a day, get out there and enjoy
nature’s beautiful bounty!
Joshua Tree National Park is another phenomenal day trip for the photos courtesy of Linda Poindexter
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on the MAP
DORLAND MOUNTAIN
ARTS COLONY REOPENS
by Martha Minkler
Burned to the ground in the 2004 Eagle Mountain Fire,
Dorland Mountain Arts Colony reopened for business in
November 2009 after a five and half year rebuilding effort.
Dorland’s first returning artist resident, Catharine E. Roth
arrived for a month long stay December 1. Two more re-
turning artists, Joel Sokolov and Peter Liashkov arrived for
January & February residencies. Several more artists are
scheduled for spring 2010.

Multiple openings for

2010 Artist Residencies
are still available. The
normal review process
is being waived through
May 1, 2010. Artist Resi-
dency application and
guidelines are available
online at www.dorland-
artscolony.org.

Many volunteer oppor-

tunities exist at Dorland.
The Colony needs help
restoring the 10-acre landscape and hiking trails, revegetat-
ing construction areas, restoring Lake Ticañu which has
been overgrown with reeds and clearing building foundation
sites. Opportunities are available also for well-published
writers, painters with a history of multiple exhibitions, and
often-performed composers to serve on Dorland’s artist res-
idency Review Board.

Future public activities

scheduled at Dorland
include a series of Open
Studios events. Held on
Sundays, Open Studios
are scheduled from 1:30
to 4:30. 2010 dates are: June 13, August 22, September 26
and October 24.

For residency, fund raising and volunteer inquiries please email info@dor-
landartscolony.org, call 951.302.3837 or visit www.dorlandartscolony

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parks & RECREATIONS
D IA N G UI
IN DES
-Y
THEN AND NOW…
by Little Lightning
“Friends Always” captures the essence of the Y-Indian Guide
Programs – the opportunity to strengthen parent-child re-
lationships through activities that are challenging and fun!
The Y-Indian Guide Programs are aimed at both parents and
their five- to 11- year-old children. Parent-child pairs meet
in small groups called “tribes” with several tribes forming
a “nation” which get together regularly for planned events
and outings. The original activities were often based on an
American Indian theme, a theme that stimulates creative
projects and activities through which relationships are en-
hanced for a lifetime. This theme is always used with great
respect and dignity.
In these and all other Young Men’s Christian Association
(YMCA)programs are common goals for individuals and
families, such as personal growth, appreciation of diversity
in thought and traditions, and development of leadership
skills. Such programs provide opportunities for accomplish-
ing these essential goals.
How the YMCA Indian Guide Programs Began
The first Y-Indian Guide Program was developed to sup-
port parents, vital role as teachers, counselors, and friends
to their children. In 1926, Harold S. Keltner, the St. Louis
YMCA Director, initiated the program as an integral part
of the Association work. He organized the first tribe with
the help of his good friend, Joe Friday, an Ojibway Indian.
Inspired by his experiences with Joe Friday, who was his
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guide on fishing and hunting trips into Canada, Keltner es-
tablished the program of parent-child experiences that now
involves over 200,000 children and adults annually in the
YMCA. Joe Friday planted the seed for this program during
a hunting trip by explaining that “the Indian father raises
his son, teaching him to hunt, to track, to fish, to walk softly
and silently in the forest, to know the meaning and purpose
of life and all he must know, while the white man allows
the mother to raise the sons.” Keltner brought Joe Friday to
St. Louis, where the Ojibway spoke before groups of YMCA
fathers and sons, who developed a keen interest in the tra-
ditions and ways of the American Indian. Influenced by a
great outdoorsman, Ernest Thompson Seton, Keltner then
conceived the idea of a father-son program based on the
strong qualities of American Indian culture and life – dig-
nity, patience, endurance, spirituality, harmony with nature,
and concern for the family. Thus, the first Y-Indian Guide
program was born more than 75 years ago.
Many of you may have participated in the Indian Guide
Program as children. Since the first Y-Indian Guide group,
the program has grown to include father-daughter, mother-
daughter, and mother-son programs. This included adding
the Y-Trail Blazers for those graduating out of the Guide
program, but still wanting to continue the purpose of the
Y-Guides.
The YMCA is dedicated to providing good opportunities for
people to achieve their greatest and most satisfying potential
as honest, caring, respectful, and responsible human beings.
The Y-Indian Guide Programs help fulfill this mission by
providing the following benefits and objectives:
• Foster companionship and understanding and set
a foundation for positive, lifelong relationships be-
tween parent and child.
• Build a sense of self-esteem and personal worth.
• Expand awareness of body, mind, and spirit.
• Provide the framework to meet a mutual need of
spending enjoyable, constructive, and quality time
together.
• Enhance the quality of family time.
• Emphasize the vital role that parents play in the
growth and development of their children.
• Offer and important and unique opportunity to de-
velop and enjoy volunteer leadership skills.
Aims of the Guide Program include:
1. To be clean in body and pure in heart.
2. To be pals forever with my father/son/daughter.
3. To love the sacred circle of my family.
4. To listen while others speak.
5. To love my neighbor as myself.
6. To seek and preserve the beauty of the Great Spirit’s
work in forest, field, and stream.
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Y-Indian Guides Continued
No longer called the Y-Indian Guides, the program is of-
ten referred to as Y-Guides/Y-Princesses or just Adven-
ture Guides. The Temecula Valley program was established
around 2002 by a couple of fathers who relocated to the area
from Orange County, which has a vibrant, active and very
large program. From its humble beginnings in 2002, the
Temecula Valley program has grown to over 100 father-son
and father-daughter members. Under the Coyote Nation
(chief is Scott Seyler), there are two girl tribes, the Apaches
(under chief Miguel Gonzalez) and the Mohawks (under
chief Jim Akers), and one boy tribe, the Comanches (under
chief Greg Thomas). As mentioned, the purpose of the Y-
Guide Program is to foster understanding and companion-
ship between father-son and father-daughter. Their slogan
is “Pals Forever.” This does not mean that father and son/
daughter relate to each other as equals, such as two boys
who are pals. Rather, it means that father and son/daughter
have a close, enduring relationship in which there is com-
munication, understanding, and companionship. The Y-
Guide Program encourages such a relationship by providing
the means for father and son/daughter to share enjoyable
experiences, to observe and learn about one another, and to
develop mutual respect.
The tribes gather monthly in regularly scheduled meetings,
discussing current and planning future events, participating
in activities, constructing a craft, and growing in the spirit
of the program. There is a monthly Longhouse meeting,
predominantly with the Nation and tribe chiefs, but open
to all members, that plans out the nation calendar and dis-
cusses the program focus and future events. Monthly, the
tribes will also conduct an outing, and predominantly it
is a weekend long camping trip, that entails hiking, crafts,
learning skills, such as knot-tying, map and compass read-
ing, fishing, and other wilderness skills. Two major outings
include visiting two YMCA camps, Camp Fox on Catalina
Island and Camp Marston in Julian, chock full of activities
(hiking, archery, canoeing, snorkeling, obstacle course, etc),
that is talked about by everyone attending for months on
end. Other activities include bowling, community service
activities, an annual Daddy-Daughter dance, and an annual
Pinewood Derby. In line with the Program objectives, it al-
lows the parent-child to build a better relationship, very im-
portant in today’s hectic work environment.
If you are interested in the program, please contact Kyra Pela-
chik, the Southwest Family YMCA Director in Temecula, at
951-677-9622.
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parks & RECREATIONS
By
Sandra
Shrader
Tony Moramarco helps kids
turn doodle power into
drawing power!
Whether it’s populated by Sponge Bob, Tinker
Bell or The Fantastic Mr. Fox, kids think that the
world of cartoons and animation is pretty cool. 
Graphic artist and cartoonist Tony Moramarco
thinks so, too. That’s a big reason why he’s been
getting a kick out of teaching cartoon workshops
since 1998 for pre-teens and teens to draw their
own crazy, cute and comic characters.
“I really like teaching cartooning and art to kids.
They’re always ready to do something creative,
and I never know what they are going to come up
with!” says Moramarco, 40, the owner of Big Foot
Graphics in Temecula and instructor in cartoon-
ing and art classes provided through the City of
Temecula’s Community Services Department.
“But it’s also interesting for me to follow what
kids like these days too because the media ani-
mation and cartooning environment keeps
changing,” says the Temecula-born artist.
“Movies today like Up, and Avatar and Harry Pot-
ter that use animation, have a big impact on kids’
creative ideas. And anime and manga--styles of
animation which began in Japan--have become
very popular with a lot of my students. I never
did that kind of cartoon art when I was a kid, so
it’s fun for me too!”
Pokémon, which became popular in video games
a decade ago, continues to be a number one choice
for his younger art students to draw, Moramarco
says, “but, by age 11, the kids are starting to ex-
pand their ideas and develop a direction of what
they might want to do, whether it’s honing in on
cartooning or painting or graphic design.”   tric guitar kits.
Through the City of Temecula, the professional
illustrator and graphic designer offers cartoon-
ing, art and graphic design classes for teens and
adults, and Cartoon Camp workshops for kids.
Moramarco’s interest in working with kids start-
ed as more of a heartfelt project than an art-felt
project, however.
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“At one time, I was working in San Francisco,
and I got involved with the Big Brother pro-
gram there,” he recalls.  “I had been working 12
to 14 hours at a time, sitting in front of a com-
puter all day long, and I felt like I wanted to get
out and make a difference in someone’s life. It
was so rewarding to help my ‘little brother’ ex-
pand his horizons.  That’s when I first thought
about teaching kids to draw.”
But Moramarco, who stays busy with a roster
of corporate and business clients, hasn’t been
shy about expanding his own personal artistic
horizons either.  
“As much as I enjoy doing my creative work
and graphic design on the computer, I am al-
ways looking for an opportunity to get away
from the computer, too!” he laughs. “So I also
use my cartooning skills on things like holiday
windows and non-permanent tattoos.”  
For a period of time in the 1990s, Moramarco
hosted a radio show on Temecula’s KRTM ra-
dio station, and a couple of years ago, he was
asked by a Rancho Vista High School teacher
to help some students make guitars from elec-
 
“Yeah, that was a real stretch for me!” he chuck-
les. “But it was an awesome project, and, in the
end, we had thirty fully-functioning guitars.  I
got to learn as much as I got to teach!”
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For more information about Tony Moramarco’s
cartooning and art, visit bigfootgraphics.com and
cityoftemecula.org/Temecula/Residents/Recreation/
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Temecula History Continued
THE MASSACRE
Perhaps the bloodiest battle of the Mexican War was fought
in Temecula in 1847. The Massacre in Nate Harrison Grade,
(what is now the Vail Lake dam) saw the Temecula Indians,
apparently fueled by the fighting going on around them, en-
gaged in a futile battle. The Indians precipitated their own
massacre by capturing 11 Mexican soldiers and killing them.
More Mexican soldiers set out to find the Indians, who had
retreated back into the canyons. The Mexicans called up on
the Cahuilla Indians, already at odds with the Temeculans to
help them, and as the Mexicans lured Temeculans out of the
canyon by feigning weakness, the Cahuillas massacred their
enemy tribe. Somewhere between 30 and 100 Temeculans
died. Later they were buried in a common grave which is
still visible today off Highway 79. A group of five tribes then
planned to retaliate against the Cahuillas, but they were dis-
suaded by an American General.
After the war, Temecula became part of the United States,
and white settlers began buying up the land to use for
cattle grazing areas. This caused conflicts with the Indians
who still considered the area their homeland. On January
5, 1852, a Treaty of Peace and Friendship between the U.S.
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and several Indian Tribes was signed in the Magee Store in
Temecula. Besides allotting several thousand square miles of
land to the Indians, according to area historian Tom Hud-
son, the treaty called for such provisions as: “ One pair of
pantaloons and one red shirt for each Indian man and boy,
one gown for each woman and girl, 1,700 yards of brown
shirting, 70 pounds of Scotch thread, 48 pairs of scissors,
168 thimbles, and 5,000 needles.” The white men, it seems,
were determined to make tailors of the Indians yet.
The first child was born in Temecula the same year the peace
treaty was signed. Mr. and Mrs. N.M. Strong, traveling from
Little Rock, Arkansas, along the Santa Fe Trail headed to El
Monte. While the couple rested one October day in Tem-
ecula, Mrs. Strong gave birth to Minerva – Temecula’s first
baby. Soon, with the stagecoach and the railroad, Temecula
would grow in a hurry.
NEXT ISSUE: The greatest manhunt in California history and
the state’s first inland post office; the stagecoach and the rail-
ways open the door to Temecula. Helen Hunt Jackson sheds
light on in-justices committed at the expense of the Indians:
and Walter Vail owns the town.
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Going Green Continued
Pentair Pool Pumps. If you can’t move to a salt pool system
consider an energy efficient Pool Pump. Pentair digital vari-
able speed pool pumps cost around $600 dollars on average,
but will save your energy bill around $600 to $1360 annu-
ally! (www.temeculapoolandspa.com)
FORESTRY
Sugar Cane Based Paper. Buying paper products that
are sugar cane based versus tree based, will not save
you money but because sugar cane based paper is “tree-
free” and biodegradable, making this small change
will make a huge impact on the rate of our deforesta-
tion and will reduce the amount of waste in our landfills.
(www.sugarcanepapercompany.com)
Re-Usable Coffee Filters. Though you can purchase one
thousand paper coffee filters for around seven dollars, buy-
ing a re-usable mesh coffee filter will run you around six, but
can last over ten years. In the end, buying a reusable filter
will only save you around fifteen dollars in its lifespan, but
will save our precious trees, and decrease waste.
Recycled Toilet Paper. I know what you’re thinking, you
don’t want to use a scratchy paper towel for your bathroom
tissue; this is where you draw the line! However recycled toi-
let paper is not what it used to be; not only are brands like
CVS Earth Essentials and Seventh Generation able to com-
pete price wise, and even beat out standard name brands,
they also can hold their own when it comes to comfort.
Switching to green toiletries might only save coins, but the
real savings will be in our forests where “old” and “virgin”
trees will stand, no longer being deforested for their “living
fibers”. (www.greendaily.com)

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BIG FOGG
something to offer the community. It’s a
way to be involved, to have a voice, to
“I am passionate about the charitible or- make a difference, even if it’s only in a Temecula Businessman of the Year Chris Miehl
ganizations I work with, and love to see small way.” loves it when his business gets sidelined. Because
the tremendous positive impact that we that means his company Big Fogg, Inc., with its
all can have on people's lives by working misting, cooling and heating equipment, gets to
together toward a common goal regard- be part of the action in major professional and
less of city, state or national borders.” collegiate sports events.

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 taking care of BUSINESS
ized care. Wage and salary employment in the healthcare

SAYING “YES” TO industry is projected to increase 27% through 2014, ac-

cording to the U.S. Department of Labor. Comparing this

FUTURE CAREERS increase to the 14% forecasted for all industries combined
makes pursuing healthcare positions the closest thing to a
safe bet. Some of the occupations cited to grow the fastest
By Drew Ballard
in the economy are home health aides, medical assistants
Last May, during the University of Connecticut’s com- and physician assistants. Registered nurses, human services
mencement, President Michael Hogan spoke to his young workers and residential counselors who manage activities
audience about the trend of graduates turning down job op- for nursing home patients will also be in demand.
portunities. Hogan advised that when it came to prospective
employers, “Say yes…Saying yes begins things…Yes is for Green and Clean Industries
young people, and an attitude of yes is how you will be able It’s hard to ignore the lure of “green careers” and getting in
to go forward in these uncertain times.” on the ground floor of this potentially lucrative field is an
option for those seeking growth areas in a stalled economy.
Hogan’s simple advice speaks volumes during this time when President Obama’s stimulus package included $16.8 billion
workers are trying to reinvent themselves and re-imagine in renewable energy-related industries including the fields
their careers. In this challenging employment environment, of solar energy, wind farming, architecture, mass transit,
one of the best tools job seekers have is saying “yes.” and engineering. Solar panel installers and energy engineers
are two alternative energy positions with growth potential.
As the economy recovers, businesses are steadily stepping up Other peripheral positions are urban planners, public tran-
their temporary hiring. In January, it was sit workers, and compliance advisors.
announced that temporary help ser- Keep in mind that most green jobs
“Programming will are not totally new positions, but
vices had expanded for the fifth straight always command a niche
month. One of the positive aspects of and design and existing ones that are re-purposed
the recession is that it has ushered in to be environmentally feasible. For
development will be a instance, the transportation infra-
more flexible work weeks. Flex sched- lucrative field
uling has now become the norm and structure encompasses everything
well into the future” connected to clean technology
experts believe this is a win-win situa-
tion for employers and employees. Profes- and vehicles including automobiles,
sionals capable of excelling in unconventional schedules will planes, and mass transit trains. “The Metro is committed to
respond well to this major trend impacting the job market. sustainable green projects and incorporating green initia-
tives,” says Tom Kefalas, Principal Environmental Specialist
Another trend is the explosion of personal businesses. Eas- for the Los Angeles Metro. “With planned new construc-
ily available technology and modest costs have made home- tion in our bus and rail divisions, we are implementing these
based businesses thrive and it’s estimated that half of all goals.”
small businesses are home-based. The rise in downsizing
has more displaced professionals saying yes and joining the Technology & Telecommunications
ranks of entrepreneurs. The built in obsolescence of technology and telecommu-
nications and our race to build better and faster systems
Saying yes when presented with temporary, temp-to-hire, or bodes well for professionals in these fields. “Highly special-
part time offers can open doors to more desirable oppor- ized positions in Web development and database program-
tunities. Taking the initiative to continue education, sharp- ming are still ones that companies will covet for years to
ening skill sets, and volunteering exemplifies a yes attitude. come,” says IT Network Analyst Robert Alayra. According
Being willing to venture into new fields is another way of to Alayra, “programming will always command a niche and
saying yes. Here’s a snapshot of three industries and specific design and development will be a lucrative field well into
occupations within them with strong future growth poten- the future.” The rise of fiber optics for transmitting promises
tial, ripe for job seekers with the right attitude. steady growth and experts foresee a wide range of fiber op-
tics applications being used in medicine, communications,
Healthcare and computer technology. The increasing use of location ap-
The surge of aging baby boomers ensures that healthcare plications like GPS systems in smartphones and cars, radio-
will be a flourishing industry for professionals to enter well frequency identification chips, and sensors to gather data,
into the future. Boomers require basic healthcare including means there will be jobs created to process and analyze in-
vitamins and prescription drugs, office visits, and special- formation.

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FANNING OUT
FOR SUCCESS
By Sandra Shrader
In the world of sports, Big Fogg’s misting fans and heated benches
help athletes outplay the weather
Temecula businessman Chris Miehl loves it when his business
gets sidelined. Because that means his company Big Fogg, Inc.,
with its misting, cooling and heating equipment, gets to be part
of the action in major professional and collegiate sports events.
The National Football League’s vendor of choice for sideline
climate control, Big Fogg—which received the Temecula Valley
Chamber of Commerce’ s Bronze 2010 Business of Year in
February—has kept off-the-field temperatures comfortable for
players in more than a thousand NFL and NCAA football games,
including the last seven consecutive Super Bowls.
Miehl, founder, president, and CEO of Big Fogg, recently spoke to
The Country Review about the company’s unexpected beginnings
in 1999, the art of maintaining comfort levels, and keeping Big
Fogg’s business plans focused well beyond the goal posts.
What Big Fogg equipment is used at sporting events? We offer
high-, mid-, and low pressure misting systems which provide
a super fine mist that is “flash-evaporated” naturally or by fans
up to 60 inches in size. These can bring temperatures down by
25 degrees, but it’s the flash evaporation that keeps people cool.
The water never even hits them. For cold-weather games, we
provide propane-heated benches for the players that maintain
a 65-degree temperature environment when the playing field is
ten degrees.
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Big Fogg’s sales and leasing accounts with the NFL, as well as
with the NCAA, NHL, MLB, PGA and motor sports represent
what percentage of its business? About forty percent currently.
The other sixty percent comes from special events and festivals,
restaurants, resorts, residential, agriculture, and the government.
Our equipment is also used for odor reduction and dust control
too.
Big Fogg sells world-wide now, doesn’t it? Yes, we’ve sold to
quite a few places and events in the world. Any place that it’s hot.
A lot of resorts in Mexico, Wendy’s and McDonald’s in Kuwait
City. We’ve sold equipment to the Saudis, and to customers in
Brazil. But we also sold in Canada for things like odor reduction
for the Calgary Stampede in Toronto. And just this morning,
I had a call from someone from Melbourne, Australia about
getting equipment for an event down there.
In 2007, you were at the $2 million in sales mark. Have sales
exceeded that in the past two years? We were on our way toward
hitting that goal in 2008, but the recession hit in September, so
2009 was a bit down also. I expect to easily make that mark this
year. Things are still slow, but getting better.
Is it true that you got the idea for your misting fans from
seeing a Hemet farmer cool off his cows that way? Yeah, that’s
true. We’ve just taken that concept to whole different, more
advanced level! But, prior to Big Fogg, nobody in football had
done anything like we were proposing, and we had to educate
people about misting fans. The San Diego Chargers had been
cooling fans with blocks of ice!
You went from a career in mergers and acquisitions and
finance to misting manufacturing? Why the change? I got laid
off! I loved the work in finance, but the money dried up in the
early ‘90s, and I found myself collecting unemployment while
living in Orange County. One day, a head-hunter, told me about
his side business in misting systems. I got interested in it and
decided to give it a try even though at that time there was a lot
more of talk and ideas than there was money. I suppose that
I could have just collected my unemployment and gone to the
beach every day, but I had too much ambition to do that.
When and why did you move to Temecula? 2003. Before that, I
had been living in a one-bedroom apartment in San Diego with
no kitchen, and keeping our equipment in storage in Oceanside.
But we were growing so fast that I started looking for a place for
an office and warehouse. I looked up and down the coast, and
then inland. I liked the Temecula area. It was new, and there was
room to grow.
So how’d you come up with the name Big Fogg? We’d been
tossing around a lot of ideas for weeks. Then, one night I went
to a concert at the Belly Up in Solana Beach, and had a good
time. The next morning,a friend called to ask how I was doing,
and I told him that I felt like I ‘was in a big fog.’ So I guess that
Heineken beer had a part in inspiring our name!
For more information, visit bigfogg.com and Big Fogg, Inc. on Facebook.
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 Gravel pits built in a community change the way people look at
that community. It becomes an industrialized area, a dump-
ing ground. The Mega Mine will pollute and imperil our
communities. This is a toxic project!

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our communities! Dr. Daniel C. Robbins says, “The
Liberty Quarry project is an open pit mine and will in-
crease air pollution, and silica dust will be carried via
the prevailing winds directly to our valley. This will
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of chronic nodular silicosis, and will worsen the lungs
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PHYSICIANS AGAINST THE QUARRY

Abshire, Bret, MD, Neurosurgeon (Temecula)
Alexander, Christopher, MD, Orthopedic Surgery (Murrieta)
Amin, Jatin, MD, Cardiologist (Wildomar)
Atiga, Jon J., MD, Pediatrician (Temecula)
Azhand, Azim U., MD, Pediatrician (Temecula)
Bakr, Sabry MD, Pediatrician (Wildomar)
Balikian, Richard, MD, Plastic Surgeon (Temecula)
Basch, Michael, MD, Internal Medicine (Temecula)
Basjwa,Saif, MD, Internal Medicine (Lake Elsinore)
Bianchi, Anthony, MD, Obstetrics/Gynecology (Fallbrook)
Blanscet, Laurie, DO, Family Practice (Murrieta)
Boyatt, Kelly, MD, Family Practice (Temecula)
Briggs, Bridget, MD, Family Practice (Murrieta)
Bui, Brian, MD, Cardiologist (Murrieta)
Calinisan, Joan H., MD, Obstetrics/Gynecology (Murrieta)
Carrasco, Douglas, MD, Internal Medicine (Temecula)
Chan, Allen, MD, Vascular Surgeon ( Murrieta)
Chang, David F., MD, Nephrologist (Temecula)
Clements, Douglas H., MD, Ophthalmologist (Fallbrook)
Coullahan, Jessica, MD, Pediatrician, (Temecula)
Cross, Michael L., MD, Surgeon (Corona)
Darnell, Duane R., DO, Internal Medicine (Sun City)
Dinh, Jack, MD, Gastroenterologist (Murrieta)
Dinh, Tommy, MD, Surgeon (Murrieta)
Drinhaus, Rolf, MD, Orthopedic Surgeon (Fallbrook/Murrieta)
Druet, Jack, MD, Anesthesiologist (Temecula)
Ebersole, Philip, MD, Family Practice (Murrieta)
Ellis, John, MD, Orthopedic Surgeon (Temecula)
Estrella-Itchon, Rhoda, MD, Family Practice (Murrieta)
Faerber, Wade, DO, Orthopedic Surgeon (Temecula)
Feeney, John R., DO, Family Practice (Temecula)
Fraley, Charles , DO, Family Practice (Temecula)
Freyne, Brigid, MD, Internal Medicine (Murrieta)
Gentile, Mary, DO, General Practice (Temecula)
Gisi, Sylvia, MD, Sports Medicine ( Temecula)
Glaser, Joseph, MD, Obstetrics/Gynecology (Murrieta)
Gorski, Tito, MD, Surgeon (Corona)
Harney, Brian P., MD, Anesthesiologist (Fallbrook)
Haynes, John R., MD, Internal Medicine (Menifee)
Hayton, Bruce A., MD, Internal Medicine (Sun City)
Hayton, Tammy, MD, Obstetrics/Gynecology (Murieta)
Holburt, Ernest, MD, Pathologist (Murrieta)
Im, Tae-Woong, MD, Family Practice (Temecula)
Jacobs, Randy, MD, Dermatologist (Temecula)
Jacobson, Arthur I., MD, Ophthalmology (Menifee)
Jercinovich, Igor, MD, Orthopedic Surgery (Murrieta)
Kaplan, John, MD, OB/GYN (Wildomar)
Kattan, Ramzi, MD, Radiation Oncologist (Murrieta)
Killeen, Timothy J., MD, Pulmonologist (Temecula)
Kim, John, MD, Radiologist (Temecula)
Krepak, Donna M., MD, Pediatrician (Temecula)
Larsen, Douglas, OD, Optometrist (Temecula)
Lawson, David, MD, Radiologist (Wildomar)
Le, Thuan, MD, Infectious Disease, (Wildomar)
Lee, Young H., MD (Murrieta)
Lineback, Frances, MD,OB/GYN (Murrieta)
Mangoba, Luther, MD, Family Practice (Riverside)
McCormick, Leslie J., MD, Pediatrician (Temecula)
McHugh, Shawn M., DO, Internal Medicine (Temecula)
McKerahan, Kelly L., DO., Family Practice ((Murrieta)
Mendoza, Evelyn, MD, Hematology/Oncologist (Temecula)
Mohr, Thomas, MD, Pediatrician (Temecula)
Montanez, Alicia, MD, Electrophysiologist (Anaheim)
Nevarez, Joseph. MD
Nizar, Salek, MD, Internal Medicine (Temecula)
O’Neil, Kelly J., MD, Family Practice (Temecula)
Odubela, Abayomi A., MD, Internal Medicine (Temecula)
Olito, Atalanta, DO, Anesthesiologist (Murrieta)
Oslund, Lane, MD, Family Practice (Fallbrook)
Pace, Robert, MD, Orthopedic Surgeon (Temecula/Fallbrook)
Phelps, Paul, MD, Anesthesiologist (Wildomar)
Phillips, Barratt, MD, Ophthalmolist (Murrieta)
Ponce, George, MD, Cardiologist (Riverside)
Reed, Lisa, DO, Pediatrician (Temecula)
Reedus, Desiree K., MD, Cardiologist (Murrieta)
Reynolds, Richard J., MD, Family Practice (Fallbrook)
Robbins, Daniel C., DO, Pediatrician (Temecula)
Rouhe, Richard L., MD, Orthopedic Surgeon (Corona)
Safie, Nerissa C., MD, Obstetrics/Gynecology (Murrieta)
Salas, Ernesto T., MD, Internal Medicine (Temecula)
Salek, Munif, MD, Pulmonologist (Temecula)
Schoonmaker, John L., DO, Family Practice (Temecula)
Schwartz, David, MD, Family Practice (Temecula)
Shen, John T., MD, Dermatologist (Murrieta)
Sial, Khuram, MD, Pain Management (Temecula)
Skeoch, Gordon, MD, Family Practice (Temecula)
Stephen Nguyen, MD, Internal Medicine (Temecula)
Stull, William R., MD, Radiologist (Norco)
Swain, Julie, MD, Cardiothoracic Surgeon (Fallbrook)
Tafoya, Phillip, MD, Internist (Riverside)
Tang, Frank, MD, Pediatrician (Wildomar)
Tsoulos, Nicolas, MD, Pediatrician (Temecula)
Tun, Tin, MD, Dermatologist (Hemet)
Vaezazizi, Reza, MD, Emergency Medicine (Temecula)
Vargas, Michael J., MD, Cardiologist (Temecula)
Varma, Chandrasekhar, MD, Endocrinologist (Temecula/Escondido)
Veve, Robert, MD, Pathologist (Temecula)
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editor’s NOTES
TWO SIDES TO EVERY STORY:
THE PRO’S AND CON’S OF BRINGING A QUARRY TO THE VALLEY
By Jami Tobey-Kiendra
“The ultimate test of man’s conscience may be his willingness to sac-
rifice something today for future generations whose words of thanks
will not be heard.” — Gaylord Nelson- Co-Founder of Earth Day
There has been much talk in the past year or two about the Lib-
erty Quarry and what impact it will have on our valley and quality
of life. As with most things that are important, there is really no
“right” answer. As a member of the community, its about research-
ing the facts and the claims, and forming your own opinion. If
Liberty Quarry opens in our valley it will be one of the largest,
open pit MEGA mines in the United States. The Quarry will be
1,000 feet deep, one mile wide, operating 20 to 24 hours per day, 6
to 7 days per week, for 75 years or more. Additionally, the quarry
will consume over 400 gallons of new water per operating minute.
Riverside County is currently in a Drought condition? The envi-
ronmental factor in bringing the Quarry to the valley is a huge
one. The Quarry would jeopardize the future of the Santa Mar-
garita Ecological Reserve and could pollute the Santa Margarita
River; the last free flowing river in Southern California. The Mega
mine would severe the last Wildlife Corridor from the coast to the
inland mountains in Southern California.
Is this project worth risking the destruction of the Santa Margarita
Ecological Reserve, the last wildlife corridor connecting the coast-
al and inland mountains, and the possible polluting of the Santa
Margarita River; last of it’s kind in Southern California?
On the flip side of this; Western Riverside County has an enor-
mous need for aggregate. Currently, our county uses over 9 mil-
lion tons of aggregate per year. A 2% annual growth rate will in-
crease the aggregate needs to over 14 million tons per year within
20 years, which would exhaust currently permitted reserves. The
Department of Conservation has documented the need for new
local aggregate sources and underscored the significant economic
and environmental costs to both County and State from transport-
ing aggregate long distances. Importantly, according to economist
Dr. John Husing, The Quarry would pay the county of Riverside a
tremendous amount in taxes and fees at $2.2. Million per year. Ad-
ditionally, Liberty Quarry would pay $6.1 million per year to the
State of California. Taking additional trucks off the freeway also
saves our county and state $5.3 million per year as well as lowering
infrastructure costs and stretching Measure A and TUMF trans-
portation dollars. Revenue going back to the County of Riverside
and the State of California is an enormous benefit to our State that
is currently taking fiscal hit after hit. Those tax dollars will cine to
schools and public service positions, both of which have had to cut
jobs in the past year.
Both sides have valid arguments: its important to do
the research, get the facts, and form your own opinion.
For more information about Liberty Quarry go to
www.libertyquarry.com and to learn more about the
environmental impact go to www.nogravelquarry.com

ENCORE
“It is difficult to describe the impact the Knack had on
radio, fashion and rock and roll.”

Lead Singer, Douglas Lars Fieger, 57, lead singer of the rock group
The Knack and composer of the 1979 #1 hit “My Sharona” passed
away on February 14, 2010—Valentine’s Day. Doug had battled
cancer for six years. He outlived, for many, many years, his doc-
tors’ prognoses.

In person, Doug was brilliant, witty, with a wry and biting sense
of humor. To those who loved him, his sometimes outspoken and
argumentative nature was recognized as a thin facade for a genu-
inely caring and gentle soul. Golden Crown Productions was for-
tunate to host the Awesome ‘80s concert at the Ramona Bowl in
Hemet, which featured Doug’s last show for The Knack. The night’s
play-list was terrific featuring, “My Sharona”, “Good Girls Don’t”,
and even an amazing cover of “Break on Through” by the Doors. It
was a night to be remembered by those who attended the wonder-
ful concert, and the Golden Crown Productions team was honored
to host a very special musician’s last show. Go out and “Get The
Knack” you won’t be disappointed!

68 | The Country Review April/May 2010

 Jobs. Jobs. Jobs.
New Quality Jobs will Fuel the Economy.
Now more than ever Southwest
California needs the new jobs
and economic boost that will
be generated by Liberty Quarry.
Liberty Quarry will create 99 new,
local family wage jobs. In addition,
178 jobs will be created indirectly
with suppliers and vendors from
the local community to service the
new project.

Go to www
www.LibertyQuarryFacts.com
Facts com
for a list of jobs and salary ranges.