St George Golf Academy

FITNESS | NUTRITION | HEALTH | Mind/Body | FAMILY WELLNESS 

The Billy Casper 

Golf Academy comes 

to St George 

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Photo by Cody Wood 

INSIDE: 

Spring Produce 

The Future of Fiber 

A Family that Plays Together, Stays Together 

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From The editor 

Happy Spring! 

Spring in St. George is unlike any other – warm sunny days, flip flops and shorts, early blossoms, desert flowers scattering the 

landscape. . . The awakening of the earth seems to pull us outside to bask in the sun and explore the world with fresh new 

eyes. I never tire of spotting the bright patches of desert marigold and globe mallow that cover the hillsides each spring. 

As nature puts on a show of colors, it also brings a renewed sense of hope and possibility. Just as I get excited to dig in the 

dirt and plant seeds in my garden, I also get energized about planting those fresh, new proverbial seeds of possibility - like 

imagining my next creative project. . . Or how much lighter I would feel if I made more time for fun! 

We can consciously plant these seeds for our own growth by doing more of the things that bring us joy and peace – or we 

can get swept up in the mad dash of schedules and forget to appreciate the little things that add up to make a beautiful, 

meaningful life. Either way we will grow, and either way what we focus on will grow. What do you want to grow this season? 

As you approach your own goals for this spring, I invite you to explore your wellness goals with curiosity and imagination. 

Focus on what really gives you a sense of well-being: enjoying nourishing foods, moving your body, pursuing your 

passions, belly laughs. . . Let go of judgments, criticism and guilt. Focus on what you want to grow – and keep an open 

mind so you don’t miss something unexpected! 

This issue of St. George Health & Wellness magazine is packed with inspiration and insight, personal stories and helpful 

health advice. Let those stories that are most meaningful to you inspire you to keep moving toward your dreams. Let them 

remind you to express yourself often and live as fully in the present as you can. 

We are very fortunate to be able to share such valuable content from our amazing community of contributing authors, and 

we hope this issue leaves you feeling invigorated, supported and ready to get out there and enjoy your spring! 

Alesha Sevy 

Creative Director 


Table of 

Contents 

MAR/APR 2014 

On The Cover: 

Nick McKinlay, Billy Casper and Byron Casper. 

Photography by Cody Wood. 

Fitness 

The Billy Casper Golf Academy 

Opens in St. George 8 

A Tribute to Sheila Brown 10 

Health Coaching: A Personal Journey 12 

Freedom to Ride 16 

No Pain, Just Gain! 18 

Family Fun and Fitness! 20 

A Conversation with 

Athletic Director Jason Boothe 22 

Bicycles Unlimited Celebrates 

30 Years in Downtown St. George 24 

Nutrition 

Spring Produce 26 

Anatomy of a Salad: 

Q&A with Executive Chef Greg 28 

Fresh Spring Salad 29 

Springtime Potted Herbs 30 

Restaurant Profile 

Irmita’s: The Hottest Spot in Town 34 

Health 

Infertility Etiquette 37 

Heart News from Heart of Dixie 39 

Prenatal Ultrasound 42 

Getting the “Straight Talk” 

on Orthodontics 46 

A Healthy Colon is a Happy Colon 49 

Still Living with Back Pain? 

Time to Decompress! 53 

Finding Hope in Infertility 58 

Financial Wellness 

Conventional Loan, Cash, or 

Reverse Mortgage? 62 

How Are You Doing Today? 64 

The Future of Fiber: 

Why it Matters to Southern Utah 66 

Are You Doing Enough 

to Keep Your Identity Safe? 68 

Mind/Body 

What is Energy Work? 72 

Cultivate 74 

Increase Energy and Boost 

Your Happiness Factor 

with Chiropractic Care 76 

Rest*Relax*Renew: 

Experience the Miracle of Massage 78 

Dynamic Silence Meditation 79 

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Family Wellness 

A Family that Plays Together, 

Stays Together 80 

Dreams Do Come True 82 

Are You a Leader? 86 

Dancing through Heaven 88 

Building Trust 90 

A Daughter’s Tribute 92 

Cultural Arts 

Planting Seeds and Growing Culture 94 

WCSD Foundation 

Reaches Out to Kids in Need 96 

Calendar of Cultural Arts Center 98 

Departments 

Intro to Cycling 99 

Featured Directory Listings 100 

Calendar of Events 101 


Meet our 

sTAFF 

Robert Benson, MD 

Medical Editor 

Terrin Parker, PT 

Associate Editor 

Alesha Sevy 

Creative Director 

Emily Fonnesbeck, RD, CD, CLT 

Author, Nutrition Section 

Tiffany Gust, CPT 

Author, Fitness Section 

Chad Olson, MS, LMFT 

Author, Family Wellness Section 

Brigit Atkin 

Author, Mind/Body Section 

Chef Greg Reith 

Author/Executive Chef 

Myke Bush 

Photographer/Video Editor 

W. Jared Dupree, PhD, MBA 

Executive Editor 

“What a wonderful time of year! Spring represents a time of new beginnings, 

hope and life. St. George is experiencing its own growth with what seems like 

a greater sense of hope for what the future holds. Myself and the staff of 

St. George Health & Wellness Magazine hope you enjoy our current issue! 

We have worked hard to provide you with information and articles that 

can help us all. We especially are excited about the announcement of the 

Billy Casper Golf Academy opening here in our community. I interviewed 

Billy myself and learned more about the great man that he is beyond the 

amazing golf career he holds. I’m also impressed with Terrin’s article this 

issue in the family section. She often reminds us of what is important in our 

lives. There is much to be thankful for! We wish you a wonderful Spring with 

much hope for a bright future.” 

Sincerely 

Dr. Jared DuPree 

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The Billy Casper 

Golf Academy Opens 

in St. George 

By Jared DuPree 

After more than twenty-one years of offering summer golf 

camps to adults and youth (over 4,000 to date), Billy Casper 

is excited to announce the first Billy Casper Golf Academy 

worldwide located here in St. George, UT at the picturesque 

Ledges Golf Course. 

“I run into grown-ups all over that went to my golf camps,” 

Billy said in a recent conversation about the upcoming 

academy. “I thought, why don’t we create a very elegant golf 

academy in the St. George area. People love to come to St. 

George! Beyond the beautiful golf courses, we can offer a 

wonderful experience to participants with the national 

parks, Tuacahn, and the beautiful weather!” 


Many golf academies throughout the world are associated with 

a big name, but seldom, if ever, do the guests get to see or have an 

experience with that particular professional golfer or instructor. At the 

Billy Casper Golf Academy, students at the premier schools will have 

an experience like no other, as they will get to interact with and learn 

first hand from one of the greatest players in the history of the game! 

Billy enjoys the intimate relationship with the guests, combined 

with cutting edge technology that they will be able to offer to each 

golfer. “Modern day teaching technologies provide golfers with 

readouts and visual aids on their swing.” He says. “A professional 

can instruct all day, but until the student can see it, they often can’t 

correct it. I’m really excited about the potential for learning we will 

have at the academy with the visual technologies we will be able to 

use to teach.” 

At the Billy Casper Golf Academy guests can experience 

half-day golf schools, 1-3 day golf schools, corporate 

groups and retreats, as well as individual lessons. Academy 

Instructors Nick Mckinlay and Byron Casper (Billy Caspers 

son) are the head golf instructors at the Billy Casper Golf 

Academy and bring over forty years of experience. 

I was excited to learn more about Billy’s career as a 

golfer, as he reminisced about his many accomplishments. 

“I have five important memories that really impacted me 

as a golfer. My first win in 1956 at the Labatt Open was 

important, as it was my first win on tour. Then, winning the 

1959 US Open at the Winged Foot Golf Club in New York 

really opened the door to the rest of my career.” 

Billy recounted his third important memory describing a 

hand injury in 1963 that took him off tour for three months. “I 

faced a lot of questions in mind when I returned: Can I hold 

up for 72 holes? Can I handle the rough? Would I be the same 

golfer? Well, I played in Hartford, CT and won the Insurance 

City Open Invitational. All my questions were definitely 

resolved!” 

His fourth important memory occurred in 1966 when Billy 

came back from seven shots 

after 54 holes and caught up 

to Arnold Palmer, eventually 

winning his second US Open 

after an intense playoff the 

next day. The fifth and final 

memory he shared with me 

was winning the Master’s 

Tournament in Augusta in 

1970, after another playoff 

against Gene Littler. Over the 

life of his career, he had a total 

of 69 professional wins and 51 

PGA tour wins making him the seventh all-time winner in PGA 

history. 

“If you could pin me down,” Billy says, “winning the 

open in 1959 was the most important event in my golf 

career. It opened the doors to everything else. It also led 

me to the Utah Open where I found my home, in more 

ways than one.” 

Billy spent quite some time with me discussing the 

lessons learned beyond the game. “Golf is much like life. 

You have good days, and your hazards, and you have 

to work yourself through it. It teaches you patience, 

love, and understanding. It is a game that builds and 

continues to build,” Billy exclaims. “Just like in life, you 

keep learning as you progress. You are opened up to 

more and more--you never stop learning, in golf or in 

life. You learn little things, and those little things are so 

important to become better golfers, and better people.” 

Billy finished his book a couple years back, The Big 

Three and Me, describing the trials and tribulations he 

experienced as he became one of the greatest golfers of all time. In the 

end, Billy has come full circle. “You know, the two most important 

pictures in that book are of my wife of 62 years, Shirley, and a picture 

of four generations of my kids, grandkids, and great-grandkids.” 

For more information on golf schools, corporate groups and retreats, and 

lessons with Billy Casper and the Academy Instructors, please contact the 

Billy Casper Golf Academy at the Ledges at 435-272-1774 or visit their 

website at: www.Billycaspergolfacademy.com 


By Alesha Sevy 

“Sheila Ilias Brown was the Magnum 

Opus, the Masterpiece of our Eternal Father. 

To me, she is most the beautiful being whose 

feet have touched this earth. Being with her 

was an eternity. Her love could never be 

measured in time, it was the love of God 

emanating through her soul.” - - Jt Brown 

The sorrow and disbelief were palpable 

upon the news that Sheila Ilias Brown, the 

embodiment of vitality, humility, kindness 

and love, had sojourned from this earth on 

Saturday, January 18, 2014. Sheila’s impact 

on our community was powerful, and her 

legacy will continue growing through those 

she inspired and empowered. 

Sheila (pronounced Shy-la) co-founded 

BE HOT Yoga and BE University with 

her husband, Jt Brown in 2010. Wildly 

passionate about cultivating a vibrant “yoga 

family” community, Sheila’s vision quickly 

materialized, bringing together first-time 

and long-time yoga students in a nurturing 

space that fostered self-acceptance, 

compassion, togetherness and growth. 

When students showed up for the first 

time feeling uncertain of their abilities, Sheila, 

exuding a strong but gentle confidence, met 

their apprehension with a reassuring smile, 

“You’ve got this. You can do it.” And they 

did. Droves of students left the BE HOT 

studio with a profound sense 

of peace, calm and strength. It 

didn’t take more than a class or 

two to become hooked on hot 

yoga. 

“Look into your own two 

eyes,” Sheila’s soothing voice 

would carry through the warmly 

lit studio. Each class offered a 

new opportunity to practice 

compassion, kindness and build 

strength, and often this was the 

only time of day people gave 

themselves permission to slow 

down and just be. That was 

Sheila’s deepest desire: to help 

others learn how to simply BE. 

Sheila and Jt soon began training new 

yoga teachers, and yoga lovers flocked to the 

various teacher trainings offered through 

BE University. In July of 2011, Jt and Sheila 

welcomed their beautiful baby girl, Shiloh 

into the world. Sheila took some time away 

from teaching in the studio. She cherished 

being a mother first and foremost. 

Meanwhile, the yoga family was 

outgrowing the studio – and quickly. 

Immensely grateful for the community 

support, the couple began planning for new 

studio space – an expansive space that would 

continue to offer a solid foundation for the 

current students, but with room to welcome 

many more. After deep thought and 

planning, a new studio three times the size 


of the current space was secured. Plans were drawn up, construction 

began and a soft launch date was set for February of 2014. The studio 

buzzed with excitement – not only for the new space but because 

people were genuinely happy to see their dear friends reach new 

levels of success in the flourishing St. George yoga community. 

Just weeks before the target open date for the studio, the 

unthinkable happened. Sheila fell ill with a case of pneumonia. Jt 

soon learned his beloved wife also had a rare form of leukemia and 

within a few short days, despite her fierce will to survive, Sheila’s life 

on this earth came to a close, surrounded by her loving family. The 

news was beyond devastating. But amidst the pain and mourning a 

beautiful thing happened. The community rallied around to offer 

support to a heartbroken Jt and their daughter Shiloh, now just two 

years old. 

Sheila was clear in her final days about moving forward with 

the expansion of BE HOT. Her love and passion for sharing yoga 

inspired Jt to continue moving forward even more diligently to bring 

their dream to life – now with the purpose of honoring the life of St. 

George’s matriarch of yoga, Sheila Ilias Brown. 

The BE HOT Yoga family is elated to invite our community to 

celebrate the opening of this sacred new space; a space dedicated to 

the memory of Sheila Brown; a space for all of us to rejoice and just 

BE. Join together on March 15th from 5pm – 8pm for a celebratory 

grand opening and dedication ceremony held at the new BE HOT 

Yoga studio at 558 E. Riverside Drive, Suite 209. 

In honor of Sheila’s dream, and the BE HOT mission statement, 

to make yoga accessible to everyone, join the movement and BE 

a part of our family! BE HOT will be offering individuals a three 

year unlimited membership for just $497. BE HOT will also offer 

the first 50 families (partnerships, couples & traditional families) to 

sign up, a one year unlimited family membership for just $497. 

Come as you are to celebrate and honor Sheila Brown’s legacy. All 

are welcome. Namaste. 

“Sheila Ilias Brown was the Magnum Opus, the Masterpiece of our Eternal Father. 

To me, she is most the beautiful being whose feet have touched this earth. Being 

with her was an eternity. Her love could never be measured in time, it was the 

love of God emanating through her soul.” – Jt Brown 

“In your light I learn how to love. In your beauty, how to make poems. You dance 

inside my chest where no-one sees you, but sometimes I do, and that sight 

becomes this art.” – Rumi 


Health Coaching: 

A Personal Journey 

By Caitlyn Brooksby, MPA 

When Colleen Conley made the decision 

to visit with health coach, Teri Koenig at the 

LiVe Well Center, she wasn’t expecting what 

transformed over the next year. “I wondered 

what someone could truly tell me that I 

didn’t know,” Conley said. “Health coaching 

wasn’t what I expected.” 

Originally from Fairbanks Alaska, Conley 

calls St. George her home in the winter 

months. She had tried to quit smoking on 

several occasions and had been unsuccessful. 

Conley realized, after meeting with Koenig, 

that every area in life deserves attention and 

is connected to create the whole person. 

“Teri had me look at the emotional side 

of my life as well as the physical aspect when 

setting life goals,” Conley explained. “It 

made me look at those aspects of my life that 

I typically wouldn’t look at.” 

Along with quitting her smoking habit, 

Conley made goals to work with animal 

rescue groups and read more. “I wanted to 

focus on activities that allowed me to look 

within,” said Conley. 

Taking time to look within helped her 

to realize that every day was a gift with 

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wake up,” she said. “I need to forgive myself 

when I mess up instead of focusing on the 

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says a coach is someone who helps a person 

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Above all, Koenig is there to listen. “All 

the answers reside within,” she said. “It’s 

a self-discovery that requires small steps 

towards a major goal.” 

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No Pain, Just Gain! 

By Archie Romney, ATC 

It is currently estimated that at some point in their 

lives approximately 90% of Americans will experience 

some sort of myofascial (muscular) pain. At the Summit 

Athletic Club, we have some techniques and machines 

that have been successful in reducing or even eliminating 

this specific type of pain: Acceleration training, Power 

Plate machine, and Aqua Stretch. 

With Acceleration training, your body’s muscles 

contract between twenty-five and fifty times per second 

as you make gentle body movements. It’s this constant 

muscle tensioning that increases muscle strength. A near-total muscle 

fiber employment translates into a higher intensity workout, unlike 

anything you’ve ever experienced. Acceleration training enhances 

your performance while it increases the efficiency of your workout. 

The massage and myofascial release that it provides is amazing, to 

say the least. 

With the Power Plate machine, you get a complete, full-body 

workout incorporating stretching, balance, core strengthening, and 

massage, with myofascial release all in as little as twenty to forty-five 

minutes. Using myofascial release procedure and a full or half foam 

roller and hand pressure with vibration on massage settings of the 

power plate produces amazing muscle release. Some other benefits 

of Power Plate are: 

• Improve bone mineral density to help fight bone loss 

and osteoporosis. 

• Reduce pain to enhance quality of life and overall 

function. 

• Improve proprioception and balance to prevent falls 

and improve reaction. 

• Increase circulation to enhance cardiovascular health 

enhance nerve pathyway. 

• Encourage hormone release, particularly Human 

Growth Hormone (HGH), to promote recovery. 

• Improve core strength and stability to prevent injury and restore 

functional movement. 

Aqua Stretch is a progressive assisted aquatic stretching technique, 

and considered by many to be a breakthrough in pain management 

and preventive medicine, provided primarily by massage therapists, 

athletic trainers, and physical therapists. It may quickly restore 

flexibility lost from accidents and surgeries more than three 

months old, significantly and immediately reduce chronic pain or 

movement pain, and/or create profound relaxation that may help 

improve sleep. 

Aqua Stretch theoretically breaks down fascial adhesions that 

inhibit flexibility or may cause nerve impingements, muscle tension 


or soreness, vascular insufficiencies, hormonal imbalances, and 

pain. It may also be potentially used in athletic conditioning and 

fitness programs to increase flexibility. It is a new form of individual 

and facilitated aquatic exercising which may be used in wellness 

programs and also as an aquatic therapy. This assisted stretching and 

myofascial release technique frees the body of restrictions that limit 

flexibility and may cause pain with movement. It has proven results 

in conditioning, rehabilitation and athletic performance. 

If you are fed up and want the pain to end, these methods may be 

your answer. Read the following testimonials. You, too, just may find 

the relief to your pain, and finally become pain free! 

TESTIMONIALS: 

On August 28th 2003 I suffered a stroke. I was living a “sedentary” 

lifestyle and decided it was time to make a change. I began to work with 

Archie Romney, I can remember sitting in my wheel chair with my heels 

on a vibrating machine called a power plate. Archie explained to me how 

the power plate worked and how the different settings affected muscles 

in different ways. After several days of repeated use, I began to notice 

an improvement in the way that I walked. The power plate allowed my 

muscles to work or “fire” when I needed them to for the effect that I wanted. 

Together with the power plate, Archie and my own persistence, I have 

regained a quality of life that would not 

have been at all possible without the use of 

the power plate. – Brian T. Ledbetter 

Archie was a Godsend in my recovery 

from hip replacement surgery. Previous 

surgeries and arthritis left me in bad shape 

and I had to walk with the assistance of 

a cane. It was Archie’s gift for finding the 

right treatment and his AquaStretch sessions 

that relieved me from pain and liberated me 

from the cane. I am a member of a privileged 

group of people that have been healed by 

Archie. His persistent spirit, knowing 

touch and tireless will to help others is proof 

that this work is his life’s calling. – Eva 

Czajkowski 

Give Archie a call at Summit Athletic 

Club 272-3301. 

About the Author 

Archie Romney was a high 

school teacher for thirty years. 

He also taught at Dixie 

State for five years prior to 

retirement. After retiring, he 

decided to become a personal 

trainer. He is now certified 

through the National Academy 

of Sports Medicine as a 

certified personal trainer and 

works at Summit Athletic 

Club in St. George, Utah. 

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Family Fun 

and Fitness! 

By Tiffany Gust 

Spring is upon us and everyone is excited to get outside and play! 

Well, hopefully they are – with all the electronic games and new 

technology, more and more kids aren’t doing what they need to and 

should do. Here are some fun ways to get your kids outdoors to enjoy 

the fresh air and sunshine! 

Move It Program – A program currently in the Washington County 

Schools run by volunteer mentors in association with the City of 

St. George. Their goal is to get kids moving for better health and 

encourage participation in a non-competitive environment. Students 

get “move it tokens” in either P.E. class or during recess. They can also 

get tokens for tracking their movement on a calendar. These tokens 

can be redeemed for prizes during 

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SHAC Spring Triathlon and Tuff kids Triathlon – This family fun event 

is held on April 5th. It’s a great way to spend time together. My 

daughter and I have done this race for over four years together. They 

even offer relays so that everyone can participate. If you want to get 

inspired and can’t participate, become a volunteer. This would be a 

great way to serve in the community with your family. Don’t turn 

down a great opportunity to be truly inspired. http://www.sgcity.org/ 

running/shactri.php 

Tuff Kids Family Bike Ride – This FREE event is held at Elks Lodge on 

April 12th. There are two distance options: 1.9 miles and 4.4 miles. 

For the younger kids they have a bike safety course. This is one that 

you shouldn’t miss. The memories you create from this event are sure 

to last a long time. http://www.sgcity.org/running/tuffkids.php 

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Exciting Times for 

Dixie State University Athletics: 

A Conversation with 

Athletic Director 

Jason Boothe 

By Jared DuPree 

Recently, I had the chance to catch up with Jason Booth, Athletic 

Director of Dixie State University. I’ve personally been impressed 

with the caliber of student-athletes and the level of play in various 

sports at Dixie. 

Q: What were some of the most exciting athletic stories of Dixie State University 

this past year? 

We have more to come I’m sure, but, so far, here are some of the 

highlights: women’s volleyball received first ever bid to the NCAA 

Regionals, we dedicated the field at Hansen Stadium as Sark Arslanian 

Field, Joe Don Duncan was awarded 1st Team All-American in 

football, men’s golfer Kenny You won the Western Washington 

University Invitational, our overall fall student-athlete GPA was the 

highest ever for one semester at 3.08 (326 student-athletes); of the 

top five team GPAs, four were teams that were in-season during the 

fall with women’s cross country finishing at the top with a 3.51, and 

men’s basketball ranked as high as #7 nationally in the polls. 

Q: What are you looking forward to for the 2014-2015 academic year? 

I am excited to see the continued growth and development of all 

of our programs. We have made tremendous strides since joining the 

NCAA eight years ago. Each year we get better and I don’t expect 

next year to be any different. 

Q: Where do you see the future of Dixie State Athletics going? 

I see the future of this program being very bright. We have 

tremendous facilities, coaches, trainers, student-athletes, and 

administrators here. We are very fortunate. We need to continually 

increase our fundraising abilities in order to put us on a more level 

playing field with the other top programs in our conference. We are a 

top program and we’ve been able to accomplish that very efficiently. 

Additional funding will open a few doors for us to achieve even 

greater things both academically and athletically. 


good our teams are. The more we can get that message spread to more 

individuals throughout the community the quicker we will meet the 

fundraising needs I mentioned above. Further, the amount of time 

and energy our student-athletes put into their academic and athletic 

efforts is amazing. Most people do not understand that. From a full 

class load, to practice, and in a lot of cases a part-time job keeps them 

very busy. Throw in the travel required during the season, and that 

shows just how proud 

we are of our high GPA 

in the fall. 

Q: What do you wish the community and others knew about the studentathletes 

at Dixie? 

Our community support is fantastic. Our loyal fans know how 

talented our teams are and just how difficult the competition is for 

us in the West Region. Without fail, every time someone comes to a 

game for the first time (or the first time in a long time), they comment 

on how incredible the level of play is, and how they had no idea how 

I would highly 

recommend catching a 

basketball game as the 

season finishes up, or 

baseball and softball. 

You will be impressed! 

For more information on 

Dixie State University 

sports and athletics or 

how to support studentathletes, 

contact Jason 

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BICYCLES UNLIMITED CELEBRATES 

30 YEARS IN DOWNTOWN ST. GEORGE 

By Gregory Pine 

When Mark McLaughlin established Bicycles Unlimited in 

1984, his reasons were twofold. First, he loved cycling. And second, 

he loved business. 

Having just completed an associate’s degree and series of business 

courses at Dixie State University (then College), McLaughlin found 

the idea of opening his own store both exciting and appealing. At age 

twelve, he took his first job working in retail, and says he discovered 

early on that he enjoyed working with people in a one-on-one setting. 

Also, he enjoyed riding his bike to and from work, and would save 

money from his paychecks to upgrade his bike parts. 

“For me, cycling has always been a lot of fun and something I want 

to do,” McLaughlin says. “As a kid I remember most days riding my 

bike from right after school until dinner time or later.” 

Putting himself through college, McLaughlin worked as 

a mechanic at Larry’s Spoke & Pedal, the local bicycle shop 

established in 1973. When it came time to make a career decision, 

he says it made sense to him to open a bike shop. However, in 1984, 

McLaughlin was given the opportunity to purchase Larry’s Spoke 

& Pedal where he had been employed for the past four years. With 

young entrepreneurial aspirations, McLaughlin decided this was the 

path he would take. 

With McLaughlin taking over in early spring 1984, the old 

Larry’s Spoke & Pedal bike shop received a springtime facelift and a 

name change to the current Bicycles Unlimited. Although the store 

has been through a few upgrades and remodels since then, the name, 

owner, and location have remained the same for the past thirty years. 

And so has the owner’s love for cycling. 

“It’s just really fun to be part of an industry that contributes to 

people’s happiness and well-being,” McLaughlin says. “Over the 

years the technologies have improved, building and maintaining 

riding trails have become a priority in our community, and the 

number of cyclists just keeps growing,” he says. “It’s a business where 

customers are happy, and I really like that.” 

McLaughlin recalls making his first top-of-the-line bike purchase 

in 1972 of a Schwinn Continental Road bike with European parts. 

The bike was a sought after model in the day and weighed in at 

thirty-nine pounds. Today, his bike of choice is a Cervelo road bike 

that weighs in at thirteen pounds, twenty-six pounds less than his 

state-of-the-art bike purchased forty-two years ago. 

“A lot has changed over the years in terms of materials and 

streamlining for speed and safety,” he says. “But working with great 

customers in a great community is still the same, and we enjoy being 

here every day.” 

This March, Bicycles Unlimited will begin celebrating their thirty- 


Mark McLaughlin, owner of Bicycles Unlimited. 

Photos courtesy TCS Advertising & Public Relations. 

year anniversary with customer appreciation activities, discounts and 

a series of celebration events. 

From February 27 through March 1, bike manufacturers 

Cannondale and GT will bring their brand trailers filled with demo 

bikes to St. George to allow customer fittings and trial riding. 

Demo rides will take place at the Bearclaw Poppy Trail parking lot 

(historic Green Valley Trail). From 11 a.m. to dusk, Southern Utah 

bike hobbyists and enthusiasts are invited to try out top-of-the-line, 

full-suspension bikes riding the trails and testing the latest in bike 

technology and performance. 

“This is a really neat opportunity for anyone interested in bikes 

to experience the newest models and the latest in technology,” 

McLaughlin says. “We are excited to be providing this kind of 

experience for our community.” 

On April 11 and 12, Trek Bicycles will bring its demo bike 

trailer to the downtown Bicycles Unlimited store at 90 S., 100 E., 

St. George. Again, customers will have the opportunity to ride the 

latest and greatest road and mountain bike models offered by the 

Trek brand. 

McLaughlin says that today Bicycles Unlimited has earned a 

reputation for its friendly customer service; huge variety of inventory, 

skilled mechanics, bike rental program, and that they have sameday 

repair service available by appointment. “We even offer pick up 

and deliver for repairs at a reasonable fee, and our customers have 

come to know and appreciate us for that,” he says. “As a store owner, 

reliability and friendly service are a lot to be proud of.” 

McLaughlin says he finds joy in serving customers from their 

first bike all the way through their hobby, sport and various levels 

of interest. Over the years, he has sold bikes to first, second, and 

now third-generation customers. “It’s really pleasing to see a 

customer walk in with their kids and grandkids ready to share the 

experience of buying and owning their first bike,” he says. “There 

really is something that is both meaningful and magical about the 

experience.” 

To find out more about Bicycles Unlimited sales, service or their bicycle 

rental program go to bicyclesunlimited.com or call (435) 673-4492. 

SOUTHWESTERN UTAH’S MOST COMPLETE BIKE SHOP 

» 1 Year FREE service w/bike purchase 

» Certified technicians, we repair ALL makes 

» Trade-ins - Layaway - Financing 

» Custom bicycle fitting 

From trikes to TRI Bikes, we have it all! 

The first 30 bikes purchased in 

March include a gift card valued 

at 20% of the price of the bike! 

Special Events 

» Feb 27, 28 & Mar 1 - 11AM to Dusk 

Bearclaw Poppy Trail parking lot 

Cannondale and GT demo bikes 

» April 11 & 12 

Trek demo bike trailer at our store 

MIRRACO 


Spring Produce 

By Emily Fonnesbeck 

Spring is here! I love the warmer weather, 

flip flops, tulips, blossoming trees and 

especially…spring produce! If I had to list my 

favorite fruits and vegetables, most of them 

would be on this list. Spring produce always 

seems so refreshing after a long cold winter. 

Here are some fruits and vegetables you will 

be see popping up in grocery stores and on 

produce stands. I have tried to give you tips 

on what to look for when purchasing them as 

well as how they can help you nutritionally. 

Apricots: Try to purchase these ripe or 

just underripe. If ripe, try to eat within a 

day or two or if they need to ripen, do so 

in the refrigerator. Fruit with a green tinge 

will not ripen properly so avoid those. 

Wash apricots just before eating to preserve 

quality. Apricots are good sources of vitamin 

A and vitamin C for immune function and 

maintaining healthy cells and tissues. 

Artichokes: Most people are familiar with 

artichoke hearts, usually canned in brine or 

marinated, but the petals of the artichoke are 

edible and tasty as well. The best preparation is 

usually to trim the sharp petals and then steam 

it. Once cooked, the petals can be torn off and 

run along your teeth to remove the “flesh”. 

Beneath the petals is the artichoke heart, which 

is delicately nutty and tender. Artichokes are 

very high in vitamin C for immune function, 

folate for reducing heart disease and cancer risk 


and fiber for digestive health. 

Arugula: Arugula should be fresh, crisp and 

free of brown spots. Ideally it should be eaten 

immediately but kept no longer than two days. 

Arugula has a spicy flavor similar to spinach. 

It is high in vitamin A, which is helpful in 

immune function and in maintaining healthy 

skin, eye and bone tissue. 

Asparagus: There are two varieties of 

asparagus, white or green. White is kept 

out of sunlight, otherwise the stalks would 

turn green. Both are excellent sources of 

vitamin C for immune function, folate for 

reducing heart disease and cancer risk, and 

glutathione, which is a powerful antioxidant 

to promote health. Look for asparagus that 

is firm and dry. The ends are tough and may 

need to be trimmed before cooking. Use 

within a day or two after purchase. 

Avocado: Avocado is a fruit! It is different 

than most fruits as it is very high in fat and 

calories. The fat is monounsaturated, making 

it a healthy choice. Monounsaturated fats 

will lower total cholesterol while raising 

HDL (or good) cholesterol. Avocado is also 

high in fiber and vitamin E. Pick those that 

are unblemished, heavy and slightly soft. 

Berries: All berries contain a generous 

amount of vitamin C. Most are a good 

source of fiber as well due to the skin and 

seeds. Berries are best used immediately as 

they spoil quickly. Their deep colors indicate 

high levels of antioxidants and vitamins and 

minerals. They are also lower in calories--1 

cup is 50-60 calories; the same calories in a 

1/2 cup portion for other fruits. Look for fruit 

with uniform color, un-bruised and firm. 

Carrots: Carrots should be firm and brightly 

colored. Carrots can keep in a refrigerator up 

to a month, making them a great vegetable 

to always have on hand. As most people 

know, carrots are high in vitamin A, which 

will aid in immune function and maintain 

healthy bone, skin and eye tissues. 

Cherries: Cherries can either be sweet or 

sour. The sour cherries are higher in vitamin 

C and vitamin A (and other powerful 

antioxidants!) than the sweet varieties. 

All cherries contain terpenes, which are 

antioxidants to help prevent cancer. Choose 

cherries that are firm, bright or shiny. Soft 

or shriveled cherries are a sign of poor 

storage condition or old age (and decreased 

nutrition). Store covered in refrigerator up 

to one week. 

Kiwi: Kiwi should be plump and slightly 

soft. It can be stored up to two weeks in the 

refrigerator but will ripen more quickly on a 

countertop. Kiwis are high in vitamin C and 

fiber, especially if you eat the skin. It is edible! 

Spinach: Look for spinach leaves that 

are crisp and bright dark green. Flat leaf


Emily is a Registered Dietitian 

and received her degree at 

Brigham Young University. 

She is a member of the Academy 

of Nutrition and Dietetics 

and belongs to the Vegetarian 

Practice Group, and the Weight 

Management and Sports, 

Cardiovascular, and Wellness 

Nutrition practice groups. 

She has a Certificate in Adult 

Weight Management and is a 

Certified LEAP Therapist. 

spinach is more common due to its milder flavor. Spinach is high in 

vitamin A, vitamin C and folate. Although it is high in calcium, the 

absorption is poor due to oxalates that block absorption. 

Enjoy eating these fruits and vegetables this spring! If there are 

any on this list you haven’t tried, don’t be shy! You might just find 

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Anatomy of a Salad 

Q&A with Executive Chef Greg 

By St. George Health & Wellness Staff 

SGHW: Chef, what makes a great salad? 

Chef G: Have I ever mentioned trusted sources before (wink, wink)? If 

you are fortunate enough to have access to locally raised, natural, all 

natural or organic leafy greens, it will always act as the “secret sauce.” 

I have experimented, safely, with this and know that no matter how 

great the dressing is, the leafy greens as the base make or break a 

salad. A blend of bitters, savory, herbs, weeds, edible flowers, super 

crops and citrus zest is the base formula for all of the salads I create 

for the cafe. Assembling a great, healthy salad is like preparing your 

body for a nutritional Olympics. Don’t compete against yourself 

by saturating your salad with a fatty, creamy, fructose, gluten filled 

dressing. Let super foods and super crops do their super job. The 

cleaner and more seasonal the base leafy greens that make up your 

salad are, the more remarkable your body’s reaction will be. 

As far as dressing is concerned, here is a short list of my secret 

ingredients: great Extra Virgin Olive Oil (XVO), quality vinegar, 

cracked pepper, ground nutmeg and a reliable whisk (and elbow). 

Here are some ingredients you can use as a wow-factor in making 

great dressings: non-alcoholic wine, pickling brines, organic jams 

and jellies, and your favorite barbecue sauce. My personal favorite is 

a Mediterranean inspired dressing using XVO, fresh shaved garlic, 

Meyer lemon juice, Sherry vinegar, cracked fleur de sol and cracked 

pepper. Pair this dressing with your favorite home made dressing and 

let new traditions begin. 


Now on to the accompaniments. Less 

is more. The accompani ments should not 

weigh more than the salad. My formula 

is to use the freshest ingredients, select 

vibrant colors, use robust flavours, and 

Chef Greg Reith is the executive 

Chef to St. George Health & 

Wellness Magazine. He has 

a passion for healthy lifestyle 

choices, great food, the LA 

Dodgers, comic books, and golf. 

lean towards sliced (not smashed or run through a food processor), 

raw (not blanched) and salted (not seasoned) ingredients. For 

instance, if you add chicken to this salad keep it healthy and light by 

steaming the chicken, dust with salt, and then slice and place on top 

of the salad. Remember, let the dressing be the hero. 

SGHW: What is a super crop? 

Chef G: As a Chef, a super crop is some thing available in abundance that 

is high in micronutrients but only available for a short period of time. 

A few examples are kale, kohlrabi, chard, strawberries, raspberries and 

select varieties of squash. Clearly, all food grows seasonally, but there 

are specific categories of fruits and vegetables that are notorious for 

short supply with abundant return. These are the most exciting foods 

for me to handle because they yield the highest nutritional returns. 

We focus on sharing this information with our dining patrons of the 

cafe and it seems to be much appreciated. 

SGHW: Chef, there seems to be a lot of talk about kale. 

What’s your take? 

Chef G: I jumped on that bandwagon two years ago after I tasted 

fresh kale we had grown for the first time. I too was aware of its 

nutritional buzz. Given ideal conditions, kale stores an abundance 

of key nutrients and not just a singular or dominant nutrient. For 

instance, the pith between the orange peel and the orange contains 

the most valuable nutrients to your body and is often discarded and 

thrown away, leaving the most dominant nutrient like Vitamin C. 

When broccoli is cut or trimmed, it immediately and rapidly begins 

to lose nutrients. When an apple is cut or peeled, it immediately 

begins to oxidize and lose nutrients. Kale preserves the nutrients that 

it stores while growing after harvest longer than almost any fruit 

or vegetable. Many vegetables lose a third to a half of its nutrients 

when boiled or baked. Kale holds on to much higher quantities of 

its original nutrients longer than any leafy green when exposed to 

extreme heat or cold: eaten raw or cooked. The Cafe has designed a 

Kale Campaign unlike any other you have seen or tasted! It will be 

introduced throughout this year.

(Serves approx. 6) 

Ingredients 

8-9 oz. natural, all natural or organic leafy 

greens 

2 oz. kale 

1 oz. micro greens 

Fresh basil and mint, hand torn 

Leek hearts, finely sliced 

Organic heirloom tomatoes, quartered 

Orange hearts, trimmed (orange supremes; 

do not substitute mandarin oranges) 

Fleur de sol 

Cracked pepper 

Freshly grated nutmeg 

Toast points 

Chef Greg’s 

Mediterranean Dressing 

Fresh 

Spring Salad 

Instructions: 

Combine leafy greens, kale, micro greens and 

hand torn herbs, toss lightly; sprinkle fleur de sol, 

cracked pepper and freshly grated nutmeg; add 

leek, fruit, tomatoes and dressing; using a wooden 

spoon, open fingers or closed tongs toss gently 

but thoroughly (bruising the leaves and breaking 

the stems will depreciate micronutrient quality 

and release bitter tannins when combined with 

your accompaniments and dressing); garnish with 

toast points. 

For toast points: warm non-stick sauté pan, 

butter three slices of your favorite bread, place 

butter side down in warm pan, cook until golden 

brown; remove and sprinkle with salt, nutmeg and 

pepper; cut diagonally in halves. 

Ingredients 

1 c. Extra Virgin Olive Oil 

2 T. Sherry vinegar 

3 large garlic cloves, shaved 

4 T. Fresh Meyer lemon juice 

Zest of one half one Meyer lemon 

Cracked fleur de sol 

Cracked pepper 

Combine ingredients in a glass jar with a lid, shake 

vigorously until emulsified; should not take more 

than 15-20 seconds; do not process or blend. Serve 

immediately. 

The Market Café is located at 

490 W. St. George Blvd #2, St. George, UT 84770. 

Chef Greg can be reached at (435) 862-4765. 

435.862.4765 

490 W. St.George Blvd #2 


Springtime 

Potted Herbs 

By Emily Updegraff 

Early spring is a great time to start 

gardening in Southern Utah, and 

anyone with a small patch of sunshine 

can enjoy the beauty and convenience of 

home-grown herbs. Mixing herbs with 

flowers provides an opportunity to use 

your creativity in more than one way: 

you can arrange complementary plants 

to show off their beauty as well as have 

herbs on hand that will inspire your 

cooking all summer. 


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Start by making a list of herbs you use already, especially herbs 

you like to use in the summer, rather than going to the home and 

garden store without a plan. In the past I’ve bought herbs on impulse 

and come home with things like sage, which I never use in summer 

cooking. It’s better to grow multiples of herbs you will use than a pot 

of something you’ll never use. Also consider how long-lasting your 

plant will be. Thyme, rosemary, and oregano provide a lot of flavor 

for a small cutting of the plant and will last all summer. Basil and 

mint grow quickly and will also provide a lasting source for months, 

but be careful to keep mint in a pot, because it spreads! On the other 

hand, a cutting of cilantro or parsley large enough for your recipe may 

render your plant unusable for quite some time, which is why these 

are herbs I prefer to buy at the grocery store. For fun, add something 

to your list you may not have tried before like anise, lavender, or fennel 

to prompt yourself to discover new tastes this summer. 

Once your herbs are chosen, it can be fun to pair them with edible 

flowers in pots of different sizes. For each pot, choose plants of various 

heights, keeping the taller plants to the center or back of a pot. For 

example geraniums mixed with a low-growing herb like thyme or 

oregano make for a nice combination in a small pot. Dill matched 

with low-growing violets and pansies also contrast well. Nasturtiums 

and marigolds are also edible. Chives are both edible and attractive, 

and make a good centerpiece in a large planter filled with other 

medium-to-large herbs and flowers. 

I would recommend starting with 

plants rather than seeds, unless you have 

time and a sunny indoor space to nurture 

seedlings. Small herbs and flowers are 

generally inexpensive at home and 

garden centers, and are easy to transplant. 

The shape of your pot doesn’t matter, but 

size does! A large volume of soil will hold 

water better than a small pot, so it’s better 

to put two plants in a large pot than to use 

two small pots. When purchasing soil, look 

for “potting mix” rather than “potting soil.” 

The “potting soil” is likely to be a sandier, 

poor quality product with poor drainage. 

Emily Updegraff teaches biology 

at Northwestern University. 

She studied plant genetics in 

her doctoral work and now 

enjoys reading about food. She 

was married in St. George and 

lives with her husband and two 

children near Chicago. 

“Potting mix” contains peat and compost and is an ideal texture for 

plant roots. At least initially, check your soil daily, and add water if it 

feels dry an inch beneath the surface. In very hot weather you will need 

to water daily. As your herbs grow, harvest the older leaves and stems 

first to keep the plant growing. 

Working with herbs and flowers in containers is a rewarding way 

to start gardening because given minimal care with enough water and 

sunlight, your potted garden will thrive. 


04/30/14 


Restaurant Journeys 

Irmita’s: 

The Hottest Spot in Town 

By St. George Health & Wellness Staff 

Randy Lovell of St. George Health & Wellness visited with 

Irmita’s owner, Jack Lancaster, to get the scoop on “The Hottest Spot 

in Town!” 

St. George Health & Wellness: I understand you purchased Irmita’s 

from the previous owner. What led to that decision? 

Jack Lancaster: The first time I walked into the restaurant, I fell in 

love with the concept; the atmosphere was great--it took me into a 

little piece of Mexico. Then... the food. I loved it! The owner at that 

time invited me to be a part of the team. Later, I had the opportunity 

to purchase the franchise, and take over all the operations, so my wife 

and I jumped at the chance! 

SGHW: What are some of the things that we can look forward to in 

the future? 

JL: My goal is to make this an even bigger success! We have a great 

team that works hard and has a love for our guests. They are professionals 

who care about serving great food for our loyal and new customers. We 

are planning to have many quality additions, like a kids menu, pozole 

(traditional Mexican soup, made with pork and hominy, and lots of 

love--very delicious!) salads, new meats like al pastor, machaca, and 

fish tacos. We want to enlarge our dining room to make our costumers 

more comfortable in the cold of the winter and heat of the summer. We 

stay open as long as the customers come to eat, it is not uncommon to 

stay open long after our closing time to take care of the hungry folks 

who are looking for a place to satisfy their hunger. 

SGHW: Tell us more about the food: What is the most popular 

item? 

JL: It is authentic Mexican food; that makes us unique here in town. 

It is hard to say what is our most popular dish, every dish is made with 

love, our costumers love everything they try! My favorite is the mulita, 

fajita-style.... delicious. A mulita is a crispy corn tortilla topped with 

melted cheese, beans and meat like carnitas, then the fajita-style grilled 

onions, bell peppers, and cabbage, topped with another crispy corn 

tortilla and melted cheese. You kind of have to see it to believe it! And 

of course we have our famous Giant Torta sandwich, a fresh baked 

loaf of bread grilled with mayo, three thin strips of seasoned grilled 

carne asada or carnitas, stacked on top of sliced onions, tomatoes, and 

avocado. It is by far the best steak sandwich you will ever eat! 


SGHW: What do you wish people knew about the restaurant? 

JL: Even when the weather is too cold to eat outside, we can make 

it to go. Our Irmita’s is unique. I know there are other restaurants that 

share the same name, but ours is different, and I know you will love 

our food. We have customers that come to eat several times a week. 

SGHW: What are your hours? 

JL: Our winter hours are: Monday to Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to 

7:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 11:00 to 8:00. We are closed 

Sunday. Summer hours are Monday to Thursday from 11:00 a.m. 

to 8:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 11:00 to 10:00. Closed 

Sunday. 

SGHW: Do you cater? 

JL: Yes! We are invited every year to different events, like art 

festivals, culinary festivals, etc. and private parties like weddings, 

Christmas and company parties, or just for fun! 



infertility 

Etiquette 

Infertility Awareness Week is April 21-27 


Diane is UFC’s practice 

Liaison. She attended 

Utah State University and 

graduated with a Bachelor’s 

of Science Degree. She works 

to increase community 

By Diane Fletcher 

awareness and share UFC’s 

message and mission for hope 

With one in five couples in our nation struggling with infertility, chances are you know someone affected 

by infertility. Dealing with infertility is a very sensitive issue. Feelings can range from feeling like a failure, 

and achievment to those 

struggling with infertility. 

Diane helps patients who 

to worrying about the future and about finances. Emotions sway from optimism to hopelessness and back 

are traveling from a distance 

to make their arrangements 

and if you do seek treatment your hormones can run amuck. For those four out of five couples, looking in 

and stay as seamless as 

from the outside, here are a few suggestions to help you be supportive and considerate of your not so fertile 

possible. She enjoys spending 

friends and family. 

time with her boys 5 boys 

(including husband) in the 

• Think before you speak. (Good rule for any topic!) 

• Realize their understanding and 

great state of Utah. 

• Let them know you care – be supportive. 

comprehension of parenting. Talking 

• Don’t tell them to relax. Relaxation 

about the woes of parenting is like 

does not cure infertility, nor does 

telling a blind person they should be 

stress cause it. 

happy they don’t have to buy sunglasses. 

• Validate their challenge. It is a 

• Be sensitive to sharing your pregnancy and baby news. 

big deal! 

People suffering from infertility can be happy for you but 

• Keep your reasons why this is 

choose a private and personal way to tell them. 

happening to yourself. Infertility 

is a medical condition, not 

a punishment from God or 

Mother Nature. 

• Offer a listening ear, but let 

them bring it up. 


Dr. Greg Taylor 


HEART NEWS 

Atrial Fibrillation 

By Kent Gleed, MD 

Atrial fibrillation (A-fib) is a very common heart rhythm that 

affects millions of people of all ages. It is usually not a dangerous 

heart rhythm in and of itself. It can, however, cause some very serious 

complications if not managed appropriately. For this reason it is 

important to seek medical help if you think you might have it. The 

good news is that with new medical advances, A-fib can be managed 

in a way that allows people to have a normal, productive life. 

WHAT IS A-FIB? 

A-fib is a condition where the top chamber of the heart (the atrium) 

beats in a very rapid, disorganized manner. This causes the bottom 

chamber of the heart to also beat in an irregular, disorganized way. 

This results in a patient feeling an irregular pulse and in some people, 

a fluttering sensation in their chest. Other symptoms could include: 

shortness of breath, dizziness, chest pain, weakness, or fatigue. In 

some patients, there may be no symptoms. Causes of A-fib could 

include: high blood pressure, sleep apnea, excessive alcohol intake, 

stress, thyroid problems or other heart conditions. 

WHAT IS THE TREATMENT? 

Treatment is aimed at preventing the two most severe complications 

of A-fib: a stroke and congestive heart failure (CHF). Blood thinners 

are used to prevent a stroke. Sometimes this can be as simple as an 

aspirin, but usually requires more 

potent blood thinners. These can 

include medications like Coumadin 

(warfarin), Pradaxa, Xarelto, or Eliquis. 

To prevent CHF, medications that 

slow the heart rate are used. If these 

medicines do not control symptoms 

well enough, then medications to 

control the heart rhythm are used. 

When these medicines are unsuccessful 

at controlling or eliminating symptoms, 

there are other procedures that can be 

done to control the heart rhythm or the 

heart rate. These are called “ablation” 

procedures. This is where catheters 


Dr. Kent Gleed, MD and Board 

Certified Cardiologist, graduated 

from the University of Utah and 

did his internship and residency 

at the University of Iowa. He 

completed fellowships in cardiology 

and electrophysiology, and has served 

as the clinical assistant professor at 

the University of Nebraska Medical 

Center, and the medical director 

at the Alegent Health, Heart & 

Vascular Institute, in Omaha, NB, 

and now practices cardiology at 

Heart of Dixie in St. George. 

To Schedule an appointment with 

a Heart of Dixie provider call 

435.251.2900. 

are placed in the heart through IV’s and positioned in areas of the 

heart that cause A-fib. Energy is delivered through these catheters that 

eliminate the heart tissue responsible for causing A-fib. 

Because there are several treatment options available, it is 

important to discuss all options available with your doctor. Your 

physician may decide to refer you to a cardiologist that specializes in 

the management of heart rhythms, or a cardiac electrophysiologist to 

help you decide which treatment option is best for you. 


Do You Have Peripheral 

Arterial Disease (PAD)? 

By Blake Gardner, MD 

If you have any of following symptoms: 

• Painful cramping in your hip, thigh or calf muscles after 

activity such as walking or climbing stairs 

• Leg numbness or weakness 

• Coldness in your lower leg or foot 

• Sores on your toes, feet, or legs that won’t heal 

• A change in the color of your legs 

• Hair loss or slower hair growth on your feet and legs 

• Slower growth of your toenails 

• Shiny skin on your legs 

• No pulse or a weak pulse in your legs or feet 

• Erectile dysfunction (if you are a male) 

You may be one of the many who suffers from peripheral arterial 

disease. 

Peripheral arterial disease (PAD), also known as peripheral vascular 

disease (PVD), is a potentially dangerous condition that many are 

not familiar with. Surprisingly, many studies have found that less 

than 50% of patients with PAD and their physicians know that they 

have the diagnosis. We now know that one out of three patients over 

seventy years of age (or over fifty years with diabetes or smoking) 

has PAD. At times, PAD is confused 

with other lower extremity ailments, 

such as diabetic neuropathy. 

What exactly is PAD? PAD is a 

condition of plaque build-up in the 

arteries outside of the heart and 

brain. This plaque build-up causes 

narrowing or blockage of the artery. 


Dr. Blake Gardner, MD, and Board 

Certified Cardiologist, graduated 

from the University of Miami 

School of Medicine, and did his 

residency at the University of Utah 

before continuing his training at 

the University of Rochester. He 

completed his cardiovascular and 

interventional cardiology fellowships 

and currently practices cardiology at 

Heart of Dixie in St. George. 

Why should I care? The diagnosis of PAD should not be overlooked 

for two important reasons: First, patients with PAD may experience 

many of the symptoms above. This can lead to future hospitalizations 

and potentially limb amputation. Also, patients with PAD tend to 

have a poor quality of life and a higher rate of depression. Second, 

patients with PAD have a significantly greater likelihood of 

experiencing a heart attack, stroke, and cardiovascular death. 

Can anything be done? YES! First of all the diagnosis must be 

made. This can be accomplished by a simple test called an ABI. If 

the diagnosis is made, treatment options include lifestyle changes, 

exercise programs, medications and minimally invasive procedures 

to open up the arteries. 


Heart Disease Prevention 

By Jamison Jones, MD 

Cardiology has made incredible advances in treating vascular 

disease over the past few decades. Many lives are saved or improved 

on a daily basis here in Southern Utah because of these advances. 

Yet many of us do not take the time to consider how to prevent 

heart disease before it takes hold. I have two suggestions, simple lifechanging 

concepts that have been proven to make a real difference in 

both quality and quantity of life. 

First, follow the Mediterranean diet. The New England Journal of 

Medicine recently published the results of a randomized controlled 

study of 7,447 people. The results of this study demonstrated a 

significant reduction in stroke, heart attack, and death in those that 

follow the Mediterranean diet. In addition, the Mediterranean diet 

has been shown to reduce blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, 

and inflammation; it can even prevent cancer, Alzheimer’s, and 

Parkinson’s disease. 

The Mediterranean diet consists of a balance of foods that are high 

in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, essential to good health. This 

includes eating a diet rich in vegetables, whole grains, fruits, beans, 

nuts, olive oil, seeds, herbs, and spices. 

It also includes healthy protein sources 

such as fish, poultry, eggs and yogurt, 

while limiting foods that are processed, 

high in sugar, or saturated fats. 

My second suggestion is to adopt 

an active lifestyle. This means find 

time to exercise on a daily basis. This is 

a dedicated time for exercise- beyond 


Dr. Jamison Jones, MD and 

Board Certified Cardiologist, did 

his residency at the University 

of Arizona in Tucson, AZ after 

graduating from the University 

of Utah School of Medicine. He 

completed his cardiology fellowship 

in 2009, and since then has been 

practicing with Heart of Dixie in 

St. George. 

the normal routines of life. The minimum goal is thirty minutes 

a day, five or six days a week. The benefits of exercise are widely 

studied and proven to reduce heart disease and its causes, including 

hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, obesity, and stress. 

Like the Mediterranean diet, exercise has been shown to reduce 

the damaging effect of inflammation. Choose an activity that you 

enjoy doing, and do it at a pace that makes it difficult to carry on a 

conversation. Both the Mediterranean diet and exercise are helping us 

fight and prevent heart disease, leading to a happier and healthier life! 


PRENATAL ULTRASOUND 

by Dr. Tracy Winward, Southern Utah Women’s Health Center, P.C. 

The first images of a baby can be a powerful bonding experience 

for the woman and her family. These images can be obtained 

through a prenatal ultrasound, which has become a valuable tool in 

obstetrical care. Most women have at least one ultrasound during 

their pregnancy and the optimal time for a single ultrasound is 

around twenty weeks. 

There are many medical reasons why a woman should have 

a prenatal ultrasound, such as confirmation of early pregnancy, 

evaluation of bleeding, determining the age of a fetus, diagnosis 

of some fetal malformations, and assessment of the placenta and 

amniotic fluid volumes. 

Not all pregnancies are perfect and some may require additional 

evaluation. Ultrasound can assist in the diagnosis of chromosome 

abnormalities. It can also be used to asses fetal well being. A 3D 

ultrasound can provide additional information if a problem is 

suspected on the regular 2D scan. 

Ultrasound uses sound waves to produce pictures in motion of 

the developing pregnancy. Unlike x-rays, ultrasound does not use 

ionizing radiation and the general use of ultrasound for medical 

diagnosis is considered safe. 1 

The physicians at Southern Utah Women’s Health Center, P.C. are Board Certified and Fellows of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. 

The practice has been serving the community for over 25 years and we look forward to serving you many more! 

The American Institute 

R.N. P.A.–C 

of Ultrasound in Medicine 

(AIUM) “encourages all 

patients to make sure that 

practitioners using ultrasound 

have received specific training 

in fetal imaging to ensure the best possible results.” The physicians 

and sonographers at Southern Utah Women’s Health Center, P.C. 

have achieved accreditation by the Ultrasound Practice Council 

of the AIUM to perform prenatal ultrasounds. We have achieved 

this recognition by meeting rigorous voluntary guidelines set by the 

diagnostic ultrasound profession. 

The physicians at Southern Utah Women’s Health Center, P.C. 

would love to assist you during your pregnancy and delivery. Please 

call 435-628-1662 to schedule an appointment. 

Craig D. Astle, M.D. Jeffrey G. Rogers, M.D. Tracy W. Winward, M.D. Brady N. Benham, M.D. Joan Vann Eggert, M.D. Pamela J. Sorensen, 

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(Although ultrasound for medical diagnosis is considered safe, ultrasound 

energy does have the theoretical risk to produce biological effects and 

therefore guidelines caution against unnecessary exposure to ultrasound 

for non-medical indications). 

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By Dr. Wayne Christian 

Getting the 

“Straight Talk” 

on Orthodontics 

William Arthur Ward once said, “A warm smile is the universal language of kindness.” In the world of orthodontics, we believe everyone 

deserves a warm smile. It’s heart breaking to us when we have parents bring in their children and the biggest concern is that their child won’t 

smile in pictures or that their child doesn’t like to smile at all. We are here to change that! It’s also common to have our adult patients come to 

us with the same concerns, telling us of things that have always bothered them about their teeth and smile, and say they are finally ready to get 

it corrected. Orthodontics or braces has become the fun thing to do! We find our patients come in excited to get started. 

A confident smile is only one of many reasons Orthodontics is so important. Other benefits include improved facial shape and profile, 

better chewing function and speech, freedom from jaw/joint pain and improving the ability to clean one’s teeth. A healthy and nice looking 

smile is as important at age sixty as it is at age sixteen. 

The history of tooth movement is over two hundred years old, with the first attempt to straighten teeth documented in the 1700’s. The first 

“braces” were made of pure gold, as that was the only metal available that didn’t corrode or rust in the mouth. Orthodontics has come a long way 

since then! Thankfully, braces today are much more comfortable, efficient, and certainly far less expensive than pure gold braces would be. 

Now, with all the latest technology in orthodontics, the choice is yours. Orthodontics is for everyone, no matter the age. It’s never too late 

to create the perfect smile! 

Here’s an update on what’s new in Orthodontics: 

The Invisalign System 

The Invisalign system is a modern, high-tech approach to 

orthodontics. It uses a series of clear, comfortable, and removable 

aligners to gradually straighten your teeth without metal braces. 

Invisalign is a cutting-edge manufacturing technology to 

provide you with a removable and nearly invisible solution for 

straightening teeth. 

iTero Digital Scan Technology 

Traditional impression techniques are now a thing of the 

past. The iTero scanner is all about keeping you comfortable 

while delivering precise imagery, without the goop or 

gagging associated with 

traditional impressions 

techniques. Not only is 

iTero more comfortable, 

but taking a digital 

scan for your Invisalign 

aligners is quick, which 

allows you to spend less 

time at the dentist’s 

office and more time 

enjoying your new 

smile! 


The AcceleDent System 

The AcceleDent system is a lightweight oral appliance, similar to an athletic 

mouth guard, which is worn for only twenty minutes per day to help Invisalign and braces 

treatment work 30-50% faster. It accomplishes this by generating small vibrations called 

‘micropulses’ to gently accelerate tooth movement by stimulating a biological response of bone. 

These micropulses also make your orthodontic experience even more comfortable from start 

to finish, and patients have reported significantly less tooth tenderness and discomfort. 

3D Imaging X-rays: 

X-rays are also changing with 3D imaging 

being used to better orthodontic treatment 

planning. Now with 3D imaging, we are able 

to see images not seen with the traditional 2D 

x-rays. This gives us the ability to see hidden 

developing extra teeth, anatomical anomalies, 

as well as discover the actual room needed for 

specific tooth movement. 

TAD’s (Temporary Anchorage Devices): 

Headgears are also becoming a thing of the 

past with the development of TADs, Temporary 

Anchorage Devices or miniscrews. These new 

devices may be used to eliminate the need for the 

cumbersome and unsightly headgear. 

Whatever your orthodontic concerns, rest assured we will do our very best to make the treatment for you and 

your family comfortable and affordable. At the office of Dr. Wayne Christian we make it our mission to make you 

feel at home and welcome. You will experience the best care in orthodontics! 


Dr. Wayne Christian is a 

native of St. George, Utah. He 

received his bachelor of science 

degree from BYU and his 

general dentist degree from The 

University of Kentucky. He 

continued his education at St. 

Louis University and received 

a Master of Science degree in 

Orthodontics. He has seven 

children, and enjoys golfing, 

racquetball, movies, skiing, 

and boating. His favorite 

thing to do is spend time with 

his children, visit family, go 

to the movies, plays, and any 

sport. Dr. Christian has been 

bringing smiles to the southern 

Utah community for 28 years. 


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A Healthy Colon is a Happy Colon 

By Brian K. Zehnder, MD 

I recently came across an anonymous a quote I found interesting: 

“True healthcare reform starts in your kitchen, not in Washington.” 

One of my passions is opening patients’ eyes to ways they can get 

and maintain a healthy colon. You never realize how important your 

intestinal health is, until something goes wrong. Then patients realize 

they may have been able to prevent their colon disease. It’s sobering, 

and I see it too often. However, there is always hope, and I encourage 

my patients to follow the following suggestions to prolong their life 

by reducing the risk of potentially preventable illnesses like irritable 

bowel syndrome (IBS), diverticulosis, and colon cancer. In addition, 

they can minimize the discomforts of bloating, constipation, diarrhea, 

fatigue, and gas. 

Fiber 

Fiber-rich food is a sure choice for a healthy colon. Eating a fair 

amount (about 25-35 grams daily) of high-fiber foods like raspberries, 

bananas, prunes, peas, broccoli, beans, celery and whole-wheat pasta 

is a great start to cleanse the body. Other fiber-rich whole grains 

include brown rice, whole-wheat and whole-wheat breakfast cereals. 

Fiber keeps food waste moving along your digestive track, which 

helps your intestines stay squeaky clean. If only broccoli smelled like 

bacon, we’d all be healthier. However, increasing fiber a few grams 

a day will pay off quickly, and you (and your colon) will notice a 

difference. Caution! Gas can increase initially, but will subside as 

your body adjusts. 

Vitamin D 

The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition says that a steady 

intake of Vitamin D is advantageous when trying to prevent colon 

cancer and maintain a healthy colon. You can get Vitamin D from 

a variety of sources including the sun. Fifteen to twenty minutes 

of daily exposure is sufficient. The controversy of sun verses diet/ 

supplements is that we have also been cautioned by the American 

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Cancer Society to limit sun exposure and to use sunscreen. Therefore 

diet and supplements can be helpful. 

Foods like bread, fatty fish, milk and cereal contain vitamin D. If 

your foods do not supply enough Vitamin D, taking a supplement 

may be warranted. I recommend D3 as it also may help prevent 

osteoporosis. Lately you may have seen that Vitamin D is added to 

orange juice and other foods which is also something to consider. 

Don’t hold it 

If you feel a bowel movement coming, head for the bathroom 

and let it go. If you try to hold it in, built-up fecal matter can release 

toxins into your body, which has the potential to cause diverticulosis 

and IBS. Regular bowel movements are one of the ways your colon 

keeps itself clean and healthy. And, remember my advice... “never 

strain, eat more grain.” 

Water 

Inadequate hydration can lead to a build-up of toxins in the body. 

As those toxins accumulate, the risk for constipation, bloating, gas, 

IBS and fatigue increases. If you’re trying to keep your colon healthy, 

try to drink eight eight-ounce glasses of water in a day to cleanse your 

body. Soups and juices also count as hydrating fluids, however I’d warn 

you that caffeinated beverages are a mild diuretic and can deplete your 

body of fluids. So, limit your caffeine, or increase fluids. 


Probiotics 

Although they are still being studied, probiotics may help several 

specific illnesses. In 2011, experts at Yale University reviewed the 

research. They concluded that probiotics are most effective for: 

• Treating ulcerative colitis 

• Preventing antibiotic-associated diarrhea and infectious 

diarrhea 

• Preventing pouchitis, an inflammation of the intestines that 

can follow intestinal surgery 

• Treating and preventing eczema associated with cow’s milk 

allergy 

• Helping the immune system 

The Yale University panel of experts concluded that probiotics 

may be helpful in other ways, although the evidence is less convincing. 

These include: 

• Treating symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome 

• Treating diarrhea caused by C. difficile bacteria 

• Treating Crohn’s disease 

Probiotics can improve intestinal function and maintain the 

integrity of the lining of the intestines, however if you’re one of 30 

to 50 million people who suffer from lactose intolerance be careful 

about the probiotics you choose. In addition to naturally occurring 

probiotics in foods, such as yogurt, there are also liquids, pills, 

capsules, and pearls. Lactose intolerance results from an inability to 

digest the natural sugar (lactose) found in milk and milk products. 

Lactose intolerance symptoms can include bloating, diarrhea, gas, 

and cramping. So, if you choose a lactose based probiotic and you are 

(or may be) lactose intolerant, you end up worsening your symptoms. 

Read the labels carefully or consult your pharmacist. 

Exercise 

When you’re trying to keep your colon healthy, exercise is a 

huge part of the equation. It’s a great way to start the day and start 

your digestive system into “motion.” By increasing blood flow and 

circulation through exercise, your colon (and entire gastrointestinal 

system) gets more oxygen. This may help ward off colon cancer 

and other diseases. Your fitness routine doesn’t need to be extreme. 

Stretching, doing yoga or walking for ten to fifteen minutes a day is 

sufficient to help keep your colon healthy. 

Colonoscopies 

Although a colonoscopy is by no means a fun experience, it’s 

essential in the prevention and early detection of colon cancer. For 

individuals over fifty, a colonoscopy is a necessary step in maintaining 

colon health. Also, come in and see me if you are experiencing ongoing 

diarrhea or constipation, as these can be signs of colon and 

intestinal problems. A colonoscopy can aid in proper diagnosis 

of your condition. My team and I work hard to make the process 

comfortable, so don’t put off making an appointment to see me. Call 

our St. George Surgical Center Office at (877) 523-4695 to “get 

things moving.” 



Still 

Living with 

Back Pain? 

Time to 

Decompress! 

By Ward Wagner 

Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression is a 

revolutionary new technology used primarily to treat 

disc injuries in the neck and in the low back. 




This treatment option is very safe and utilizes FDA cleared 

equipment to apply distraction forces to spinal structures in a precise 

and graduated manner. Distraction is offset by cycles of partial 

relaxation. This technique of spinal decompression therapy, that is, 

unloading due to distraction and positioning, has shown the ability to 

gently separate the vertebrae from each other, creating a vacuum inside 

the discs that we are targeting. This “vacuum effect” is also known as 

negative intra-discal pressure. 

The negative pressure may induce the retraction of the herniated or 

bulging disc into the inside of the disc, and off the nerve root, thecal sac, 

or both. It happens only microscopically each time, but cumulatively, 

over three to four weeks, the results are quite dramatic. 

The cycles of decompression and partial relaxation, over a series of 

visits, promote the diffusion of water, oxygen, and nutrient-rich fluids 

from the outside of the discs to the inside. These nutrients enable the 

torn and degenerated disc fibers to begin to heal. 

For the low back, the patient lies comfortably on his/her back 

or stomach on the decompression table, with a set of nicely padded 

straps snug around the waist and in some cases, another set around 

the lower chest. For the neck, the patient lies comfortably on his/ 

her back with a pair of soft rubber pads behind the neck. Many 

patients enjoy the treatment, as it is usually quite comfortable and 

well tolerated. 


Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression is very 

effective at treating bulging discs, herniated 

discs, pinched nerves, sciatica, radiating arm 

pain, degenerative disc disease, leg pain, and facet 

syndromes. Proper patient screening is imperative 

and only the best candidates are accepted for care. 

This treatment is enhanced by our Class IV 

Laser therapy which helps heal the involved tissues 

and speed recovery time. Laser gives physiological 

benefits that no other modality can deliver and 

is safe when performed by a properly trained 

technician. This is how we help many people avoid 

spinal surgery. 

More than 2,500 published studies exist 

worldwide involving laser therapy and over 100 

double-blind studies have been published. See 

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information. 

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Stephanie Slack and her 

miracle baby boy. Photo 

by Amber Wallis of Carly 

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Finding Hope in Infertility 

By Kristy Ann Pike 

Nearly four million babies are born annually in the United States. But for many couples, 

bringing home their own newborn remains a dream. 

Dr. Robert Strebel of the Intermountain Southwest Fertility Center at Dixie Regional 

says there are a number of possible causes for couples being unable to conceive, including 

irregular ovulation, blocked fallopian tubes, problems with the uterus or 

pelvis, and low sperm counts. 

Increasingly, couples are turning to Assisted Reproductive 

Technology (ART) to conceive. In fact, over one percent of 

all infants born in the U.S. every year are conceived using 

ART. (Centers for Disease Control 2011 ART Fertility 

Clinic Success Rates Report.) 

“In the past, we have spent a lot of time and money 

looking for reasons behind infertility and then treating 

them,” says Dr. Strebel. “While that may still be 

appropriate in some cases, we now know that some 

couples will have the same chance of getting pregnant 

whether we treat the problem or perform in vitro 

fertilization, and the expense may be similar or less 

with IVF.” 

That has especially become the case at Dixie 

Regional since in vitro specialist Dr. Matthew 

Peterson of the University of Utah 

Medical Center has begun consulting 

with couples at the Southwest Fertility 

Center. 

“Dr. Peterson is one of the 

nation’s leading experts in 

in vitro fertilization,” says 

Dr. Strebel. “Everything 

for IVF can now be done 

here at Dixie Regional 

except the retrieval of 

eggs and transfer of the 

embryo. Couples can 

usually accomplish that in 

one or two trips to Salt 

Lake. Reducing travel has 

brought down the cost 

substantially, and made 

it more convenient for 

patients.” 




Stephanie and Ryan Slack of St. George conceived last year 

using in vitro fertilization and brought home their baby boy in 

December. 

For the Slacks, the reasons behind using IVF were a little different 

than many people, since they already had two children; both of the 

Slack’s previous babies were born with ataxia telangiectasia (A- 

T), a rare genetic disorder. “It’s basically a combination of all the 

worst diseases,” said Stephanie. “It progressively destroys part of the 

motor control area of the brain, leading to a lack of balance and 

coordination. A-T also affects the immune system and increases 

the risk of leukemia and lymphoma in affected individuals. Most 

are in a wheelchair by the age of twelve, with a life expectancy of 

twenty-five.” (For more information about living with A-T: www. 

dylanandrileyslack.blogspot.com.) 

Stephanie and Ryan opted for IVF for their most recent 

pregnancy because it allowed them to screen out the possibility 

of this baby having A-T. The cost of their in vitro procedure was 

covered by private donors through the University of Utah’s Miracle 

Fund, making it financially feasible for the Slacks. 

Dr. Strebel and Dr. Kurt Hales at Dixie Regional cared for 

Stephanie before and after her in vitro, thus reducing costs 

associated with travel. When complications unrelated to the IVF 

caused Stephanie to deliver seven weeks 

prematurely, her baby was able to stay in 

Dixie Regional’s newborn intensive care 

unit until he was ready to go home. 

Today, the Slack’s newest addition is 

healthy and content to let his big sister 

fuss over him. “She is over the moon to 

Robert Strebel, MD FACOG 

have a little brother, and enjoys feeding, Dr. Strebel serves as the 

bathing, and choosing clothes for him,” physician lead at the Southwest 

Fertility Center. He completed 

said Stephanie. 

his OB/GYN residency at 

Dr. Strebel urges couples who haven’t Creighton University of 

had success conceiving on their own Medicine in Omaha, Nebraska. 

to visit the Southwest Fertility Center. Dr. Strebel has been practicing 

as an OB/GYN for more than 

“We can do most things here at Dixie 20 years. 

Regional, and with a good success rate. 

It is exciting to see people taking babies home.” 

The Intermountain Southwest Fertility Center is located on the 400 

East Campus of Dixie Regional Medical Center. For more information 

please call (435) 688-4848. 


• Alzheimer’s Disease 

• Back & Neck Pain 

• Brain Injury 

• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome 

• Dizziness/Vertigo 

• Dystonia 

• Gait Disorders 

• Headache/Migraine 

• Memory Disorders 

• Multiple Sclerosis 

• Neuropathy 

• Neuromuscular Disorders 

• Numbness 

• Parkinson’s Disease 

• Seizures/Epilepsy 

• Sleep Disorders 

• Stroke/TIA 

• Tremor 


Conventional Loan, Cash, 

or Reverse Mortgage? 

By Brandon Hansen 

I recently recently received the following inquiry from a client: 

My wife and I are buying a home and we are so confused with the 

options for homeowners over sixty. Should we rent? Should we pay 

cash? Should we finance and just make long-term payments with the tax 

benefits? Or should we look into the senior reverse purchase that so many 

others are opting for? Can you give me a quick simple answer? 

Well, I wish I had a simple answer. As a senior mortgage banker 

and a registered investment advisor representative, this question is 

asked of me weekly, if not daily. The truth is, there is no such thing as 

a black and white answer, just like there is not one universal financial 

plan or investment plan for everyone. 

Here are some questions you need to ask yourself: 


• How long do I plan on holding on to the home? 

• What is my income today? 

• What would happen if I lost my spouse? Would my income 

drop? Would I lose social security? 

• What is my savings like? 

• Do I have a long term care plan? 

Paying cash for a home is a luxury that not all can afford. If you 

have plenty of funds that will never outlast your retirement (including 

health long-term options) you’re one of the few. Even if you have the 

funds to do so, many will ask: why would you ever pay cash, when 

your investment funds can do better than holding it in your home? For 

example, if you can finance at 4.5% long-term and write off the interest 

(depending upon your tax bracket) you are borrowing at 3.5%. If your 

investment or retirement funds are doing better than 3.5% why pay 

cash for the home? You can grow your estate, retirement, and legacy 

faster and stronger by carrying a long-term mortgage for life. 

Conventional loans have some benefits, like low interest rates, a tax 

deduction with no pre-payment penalties, and the flexibility of paying 

it down and re-casting the note to lower the payment at any time. 

They have great interest rates (historically speaking) and low down 

payments. That is why 50% of our clients still choose this option. 

The HECM or reverse purchase is great for any homeowner that is 

buying a home for the long-term. They may not have any kids or 

they may have many kids and they are securing their home for life 

with no mortgage payment for life. You put half down on any home 

you want and you’re done. Free and clear, for as long as you and 

your spouse are alive and want to live in the home. The home is 

bullet proof and no one can ever put a lien or encumbrance on your 

home for life. You can also purchase other homes, cars, autos and the 

reverse loan does not show on credit as a liability. 

With the reverse purchase, you pay half the cash and there are no 

payments to boot. If you have the down payment, and are looking at 

the long-term with any concern about losing income from a spouse 

and/or outliving your assets, this is a perfect option for many. It is not 

a great option for anyone that does not have a large down payment or 

essentially half the price of the home, or likewise a homeowner that 

does not think they will hold onto the home long-term. 

The down side to this loan is that it carries a higher interest rate 

because of the mortgage insurance and higher closing costs. So, if 

you end up selling the home, then you would have accrued higher 

interest and higher fees along the way. My clients often ask how that 

affects them. They don’t have to pay any of the interest or fees--it is 

paid at the time of death by the heirs with the sale of the home. It 

will never affect you and your spouse, but it will have less equity in 

the home for your heirs when you have died and they sell the home. 

To make things simple, there is no such thing as simple! Clients 

need a mortgage planner that is not selling anything, but rather 

educating them on all of their options, and involving them in their 

financial and investment planning. Unfortunately, many mortgage 

brokers and mortgage bankers do not know how to analyze long-term 

plans to help cover long-term retirements. For a free consultation, 

please contact our office today to review in more detail what is 

available, and which option is best for you. 

Brandon Hansen is Senior Mortgage Banker and Registered Investment 

Advisor Representative for Cherry Creek Mortgage/Investment Advisors 

International and can be contacted at 435-668-2840/435-674-9200, or 

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How Are You Doing Today? 

By Jeff Sherman 

Consider the awe-inspiring human body; the beauty and 

complexity. The resiliency. When healthy, the body is capable of 

achieving optimum fitness and agility. 

’’Lifestyle changes that include healthier diets, regular physical 

activity, and weight loss of 7%-10% have shown phenomenal health 

benefits that can be more effective than medications,’’ says Katz, 

author of the best-selling book What to Eat. In like manner, a 

healthy business can accomplish much through cultural changes. 

Consider a visit to a physician. Your abdomen hurts. Upon 

checking-in at your local clinic, you are asked a set of initial questions 

regarding your past and present health. This early assessment will 

come into play as the doctor reviews your case. 

Next, you see a nurse or assistant who invites you to stand on 

a scale to ascertain your body weight. She charts the findings. 

Your blood pressure and pulse are taken. Your body temperature is 

recorded. Remember that your purpose for the visit is to relieve an 

aching stomach. What does body weight, blood pressure, pulse, and 

temperature have to do with stomach disorder? A lot. 

The body is made of systems comprised of organs formed by 

groups of organized tissues which are made of cells. Within cells 

are additional components. Complex interactions are taking place 

at all levels. Health assessment is a process beginning with systems 

analysis. 

As the doctor enters the room, she asks, “How are you doing 

today?” Again comes the response, “My stomach hurts.” Through a 

series of review questions, further analysis of your physical wellness 

is conducted. Again she listens to your heart and your lungs seeking 

information and clarity. 

Wouldn’t it be easier to just blame the stomach, and get it over 

with? But in the body, like in well run businesses, systems work in 

harmony to support health. This homogenous environment fosters 

vitality. 

Great leaders of companies, much like physicians, gather 

comparative information before stating cause. They ascertain the 

pulse of the company. They invite people to weigh-in on issues. They 

document their findings. Before attempting to discover things at a 

cellular level (the individual office cubical) leaders must first consider 

systems that may have broken down. They determine which, if any, 

organizational level issues are arising. 

Great leaders do not assume that by simply removing the pain 

they have alleviated the cause. We have all witnessed it. Someone 

gets fired over an issue only to discover upon their absence that the 

problem still remains. Instead, leaders foster health at all levels, they 

determine where and why breakdowns are occurring. And most 

importantly they aim to celebrate good business health. 


I asked local business leaders what it is that makes a leader 

successful and a business healthy. The answers are as insightful as 

they are reliable: 

“Leadership is delivering on what you say. A leader must balance the 

most important things, or all things fail.” — Mike Thompson, Skywest 

Airlines 

“The actions of leaders speak louder than their words. They lead by 

example.” — Nick McKinlay, Billy Casper Golf Academy at the 

Ledges. 

“It is as true to marriage as it is leadership, self serving individuals or 

those seeking self interests only, typically have problems with relationships. 

While those who strive to make others feel connected or needed or who 

validate others seem to have healthier relationships.” — Jared Dupree, 

St George Health and Wellness Magazine. 

George Graff of Hafen Buckner, Everett & Graff, PC said the 

following: “Successful companies have a process. They provide the right 

product at the right time,” referring to the book The World is Flat by 

New York Times columnist Thomas Friedman. 

Dr. Will Plumb, of Plumb Dental responded to the leadership 

question by referring to recent bad press about Seahawk Richard 

Sherman (no relation), “Rather than seek credit, a great football player 

will extend gratitude to his teammates. Consideration is given to the 

great quarterback, the strong linemen, the 

team and coaches.” 

“Egocentric drive is horrible for 

companies.” — Andy King, Pinpoint 

Marketing 

“Leaders build leaders. I judge the success 

of a leader based on how well the company 

performs after the leader has moved 

on. Leaders empower others and take 

ownership of the success of their team. — 

Chris Babcock, Les Olson Company. 

You have likely taken notice of a 

positive disruption taking place in business 

cultures around the globe. Seeking a more 

vibrant and productive workplace, leaders 

shun fault finding and placing blame. 

Instead, current trends shift negative 


Believing that “Beyond 

mediocrity dreams are found,” 

Jeffrey T. Sherman, Principal 

of ShermanSpeaks LLC is a 

public speaker and consultant 

utilizing a relationshipbuilding 

blueprint to drive 

fledging companies and 

individuals to the next 

level: Defining 2.0. 

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energy to more healthy outcomes. Blame and success share nothing. 

Empowerment and collaboration, however, are limitless. Check your 

systems. Improve processes. Create vitality. Remember to ask “How 

are you doing today?” 


The Future of Fiber 

Why it Matters to Southern Utah 

By Matt Heaton 

“Why are there so many internet options in such a small market?”. 

We have heard this sentiment throughout our area. It’s true, there 

are many choices when it comes to your service provider and having 

those options definitely brings advantages to our area. In fact, that’s 

how Tonaquint was formed - bringing additional fiber optic options 

to Southern Utah back in 2000. The major advantage Tonaquint 

brings to Southern Utah is that it is the only local provider that can 

offer a true “fiber to the customer” experience all over the region. 

We are not new to the market - but our name is. Certainly you have 

heard of the Tonaquint Data Center and that is part of our business 

as well. With the combined effort of these two companies, Tonaquint 

can provide the most robust network and a fully integrated solution 

for businesses. Whether it be Internet services, transport, colocation, 

cloud storage, or voice, Tonaquint is southern Utah’s premiere 

network and data provider as we have Fortune 100 

companies using our services. 

Typically, people think of some of the larger names when they think 

of “internet”. The reality is that a majority of these other carriers use 

our fiber infrastructure and then resell/upsell it as their service. This 

was our business model in the past -- to provide the secondary service 

and hand-off the Internet services to other ISP’s (Internet Service 

Provider). We know how to maintain the high quality service and 

experience, it is now time to offer businesses the opportunity to use our 

services directly. A major advantage Tonaquint has is we own the fiber 

infrastructure and it is one hundred percent redundant unlike any 

other network in the area. Tonaquint also provides 

24/7/365 local support giving our clients 

peace of mind. 


The power of the Internet is amazing and has become an absolute 

necessity in life and in business. The available speeds are so fast that 

its unimaginable the amount of information that can actually be 

pushed across these lines all at once. As society continues to advance, 

technology is ten steps ahead of it. Tonaquint Networks is not only one 

of the largest fiber providers in the area but we are forward thinking 

about the needs of our local market. We have plans to improve and 

grow the infrastructure, implement new technologies, and remain the 

preferred network for Washington and Iron counties. 

So how does “fiber” and “internet” even co-exist? As you see the 

large machinery trenching up the ground along the roadsides, you also 

will likely see a big huge spool right behind the trencher. There is a 

good chance there is fiber being laid inside a conduit and then placed 

in the ground. One fiber cable can hold dozens of actual fiber strands, 

each thinner than a human hair. Fiber is simply made 

of glass and with a 

special laser we can transmit a light signal 

over a single strand providing internet 

connectivity from our data center to the 

customer. As technology advances we all 

need to be up to date on the changes that 

are taking place. 

To learn more about us or just the technology 

in general, we are happy to have that 

conversation. You can contact me directly at 

801-930-0444 or visit our website www. 

tonaquintnetworkscom. 


Matt Heaton, Vice President 

- Network Sales, has a B.S. 

Degree in Technical Sales 

from Weber State University. 

He is an entrepreneur and 

has fourteen years in the 

technology and telecom 

industries. His experience 

and knowledge allows him 

to understand the industry 

needs within the local 

market. You can reach him at 

mheaton@tonaquint.com. 


By Dustin Schofield 

Are You Doing 

Enough to Keep Your 

Identity 

Safe? 

Every year, thousands of unsuspecting individuals are targeted for 

fraud and identity theft in a number of ways via mail, telephone, the 

Internet, conversations – even sifting through victims’ trash. We’ve 

all heard the horror stories resulting from these scams. Hopefully, 

the gruesome details convinced you to heed warnings from financial 

institutions, credit card companies and government agencies to take 

basic necessary precautions for protecting your good name and credit. 

But are you doing enough to keep your identity secure? Storing 

personal records in a safe place, shredding financial documents, 

protecting passwords, and not opening suspect computer files or 

email from unknown sources are a good start. But there are also less 

obvious suggestions you may want to consider to safeguard your 

personal information. 

Monitor credit history, inquiries and changes by ordering 

a free credit report once a year. With the passage of the Fair and 

Accurate Credit Transactions Act (FACT) in December 2003, you 

are entitled to receive one free copy of your credit report from each 

credit reporting agency (Equifax, Experian, TransUnion) during 

any 12-month period. Order your free annual credit report online 

at www.annualcreditreport.com , by calling 877-322-8228, or by 

completing the Annual Credit Report Request Form and mailing it 

to: Annual Credit Report Request Service, P.O. Box 105283, Atlanta, 

GA 30348-5283. 

Destroy hard drives or memory cards with personal information 

before disposing or donating personal electronic equipment or 

devices. Wireless devices such as PDAs and cell phones should have 

the internal memory reset to ensure that all personal data is removed 

(most devices of this nature have a reset button – simply removing a 


attery from devices does not always delete the information). Be sure 

to check with your waste management service/recycling company to 

follow proper environmentally safe guidelines for disposing of this 

type of equipment. 

Be cautious and limit your access to your personal and confidential 

information on public computers. Malicious software may be installed 

to obtain your account number and sign-on information, leaving you 

vulnerable to fraud. And whether you are on a computer at home, 

work or in a public facility, always remember to log out of online 

sessions that require you to use a password or login process and close 

out the browser. Unauthorized transactions 

and activity can occur if you leave your online 

session accessible to other people. Whenever 

possible, particularly in public facilities, reboot 

the computer to clear out any additional traces 

of your information that might be in memory. 

Assistance to victims of identity theft 

Contact your financial institution 

immediately if you suspect that someone has 

had unauthorized access to your account(s), or 

access to your personal identifying information 

such as your Social Security Number or credit 

card information. In addition, you should also 

report the crime to your local law enforcement 

agency and to the Federal Trade Commission 

(FTC). To speak with a trained FTC telephone 

counselor, call toll-free at 1-877-IDTHEFT (1- 

877-438-4338). To enter information about your 

complaint into a secure FTC online database, 

sign onto www.ftc.gov/idtheft. The site also 

provides links to numerous consumer education 

materials. 

For more information or suggestions on 

how to protect your personal data and financial 

records, contact your Financial Advisor today. 

Investment products and services are offered 

through Wells Fargo Advisors Financial 

Network, LLC (WFAFN), Member 

SIPC. The Schofield Group Investment 

Management is a separate entity from 

WFAFN. 

©2011 Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC. All 

rights reserved. 

Dustin Schofield, Vice President 

of The Schofield Group 

Investment Management in 

St. George. 

This article was written by Wells Fargo Advisors 

and provided courtesy of Dustin Schofield, Vice 

President of The Schofield Group Investment 

Management in St. George at 435-674-3601 or 

www.theschofieldgroup.com 

These suggestions are not all-inclusive and should 

not be considered nor interpreted as legal, accounting, 

financial or technical advice. You may wish to consult 

your attorney, accountant or other advisor for specific 

advice, guidance or recommendations concerning 

these topics. 

Investments in securities and insurance products 

are: NOT FDIC-INSURED/NOT BANK- 

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What is Energy Work? 

By Brigit Atkin 

Many have heard the term “energy work”, but because it is unfamiliar 

to them have feelings of apprehension about it. To others, this may be 

a new term. I find that people are somewhat leery of things they don’t 

quite understand, so I’d like to shed some light on this subject. 

Let’s start with what energy work ISN’T. It isn’t: magic, mystical, or 

scary. It isn’t even weird (unless of course your practitioner barks like a 

dog and dances like a chicken – get a new practitioner immediately!). 

Kidding aside, it also isn’t a substitute of any kind for prayer or any 

religious beliefs. I had a client make the following brilliant observation: 

“Prayer is what invites positive circumstances, and the energy work is 

what clears the inner resistance to help receive it.” 

Energy is the capacity of a physical system to perform work. Energy 

exists all around and within us in several forms such as heat, kinetic or 

mechanical energy, light, potential energy, electrical, or other forms. 

Because our bodies have an electrical system, defibrillators are used to 

restart the heart after a heart attack. We also have an electromagnetic 

system, which allows all kinds of communication to occur within and 

without the body. This is the system that is used with muscle testing 

(also known as kinesiology) to find blocks or weaknesses within the 

body. A polygraph test also uses this system and can be compared to 

muscle testing, as it is used to measure the body’s subconscious response 

to a true or false question. 

Because there are so many methods out there, I will stick with what 

I know – the SimplyHealed Method ® . This modality uses kinesiology 

to find blocks, glitches, doubts, even generational issues (traits that run 

in a family – addictions, abuse, etc) within a person’s being. Oftentimes 

this is happening subconsciously, so the person is aware only of the 

effects of these blocks, in whichever way they manifest in the mind or 

body –illness, anxiety, depression, etc. Once all these are found they are 

cleared. 

session, and when we were finished he 

commented on how good his back felt. He 

never mentioned back pain to me before, 

and indicated that he had experienced the 

pain for so long that he didn’t think about 

it, and didn’t bother treating it – it was just 

a part of him. He left my office, went to 

a movie with a friend, then drove the five 

hours to his home. When he finally got 

there late that night, he called to let me 

know that his back still felt great. He had 

energy, and felt like he could do anything 

– he had forgotten how it felt to not have 

that pain. So something that we cleared 

for his emotional well-being also helped 


Brigit Atkin – Brigit of 

Brightworks uses alternative 

healing methods to help 

improve the lives of others 

facing challenges and 

difficulties. She is certified 

in SimplyHealed TM method 

and was trained by founder 

Carolyn Cooper herself. For 

more information, visit 

www.brightworksbybrigit.com 

him physically. It’s amazing how capable the body is to heal itself when 

its blocks are out of the way! 

People ask me all the time what I do, and how it all works. In a 

nutshell, I refer to Will Smith, who sums it up best as a professional 

matchmaker in his hit movie “Hitch” – “I just help people get out of 

their own way.” 

“If you want to find the secrets of the universe, think in 

terms of energy, frequency and vibration.” Nikola Tesla 

Carolyn Cooper, the founder of SimplyHealed , uses a great analogy 

to explain how this works: Think of yourself as a biocomputer. As such, 

you store information, some of which is not serving you well – old 

programs, viruses, false information, etc. Just like a computer gets slow 

and tired over time, so do you! Especially when you are hanging onto 

hurtful things from the past. These things fester over time and become 

something much bigger and more complicated. So just like you call a 

computer expert to come clean up your hard drive and software, an 

energy work practitioner cleans out the old programs you are holding 

onto. With all the debris gone, the mind, body, and soul are now able to 

heal and function as they were designed to – and you are well on your 

way to being your best self! 

I once had the privilege of working with a client who was visiting 

from the Salt Lake area. We worked on many things during the 


AVOID END OF CRUISE 

BLUES WITH REGENT 

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By Celece Seegmiller, Travel Connection 

On the final night of a cruise, most 

passengers dread getting off the ship. We 

get accustom to someone else cooking 

gourmet meals; cleaning up after us; and 

entertaining us. As if the thought of leaving 

all of the wonderful service for our return 

trip to reality is not hard enough, the final 

night also brings something else: the dreaded 

final bill. At some point during the night, a 

lovely piece of paper (or multiple pages in 

many cases) arrives under the door with the 

grand total of your charges throughout the 

cruise. It all seems so simple upon arrival 

when you receive the “sign and sail” card at 

check in. A simple swipe of the card is all it 

takes to purchase shore excursions, beverages, 

gratuities, and everything else you could 

think of. I know many passengers (myself 

included) who failed to realize just how fast 

all of those drinks and shore excursions can 

add up. Many passengers find themselves 

suffering from a condition I commonly refer 

to as “End of Cruise Blues” as they exit the 

ship. 

There have been times when I wish that 

I could combine the all inclusive resort and 

the cruise experience. If you find yourself in 

the same boat (no pun intended), then look 

no further than Regent Seven Seas Cruises. 

Regent is a true all inclusive cruiseline and 

recently voted World’s Best Cruise Line from 

Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards. 

An all inclusive cruise on Regent features: 

2-for-1 Fares plus additional bonus savings, 

FREE Roundtrip Air with FREE Upgrade 

to Business Class Air in Penthouse Suites 

and higher on Europe Voyages; FREE 

Unlimited Shore Excursions, FREE Luxury 

Hotel Package ( concierge suites and higher); 

FREE Beverages including fine wines and 

premium spirits; FREE Pre-Paid Gratuities; 

FREE Ground Transfers; FREE In-suite 

mini-bar replenished daily; Welcome bottle 

of champagne; FREE gourmet restaurants 

at no additional charge- including the iconic 

steakhouse Prime 7, and Signatures, featuring 

French inspired cuisine, Compass Rose, La 

Veranda, Sette Mari at La Veranda (in the 

evening) for Italian Regional Cuisine and 

always al fresco Pool Grill each day. 

As if that is not enough, Regent sets itself 

apart with a staff-to-guest ratio of 1 to 1.5 

and capacity varies on their ships from just 

490 to 700 guests. Regent features all-suite 

accommodations, 97% with private balconies. 

Because the ships are smaller, Regent offers 

voyages to more than 250 ports of call with 

access to some ports that large ships are 

unable navigate. Although Regent is upscale, 

it is not uptight. The dress code is elegant 

casual with formal and semi-formal attire 

optional on sailings of 16 nights or longer. 

I know, you may be thinking this all sounds 

too good to be true and the price must be sky 

high. While the initial cost of a Regent cruise 

is higher than traditional cruises, a little 

mathematical calculation proves that Regent 

is competitive. After all of the additional costs 

of airfare, shore excursions, hotel, gratuities, 

beverages, etc. are totaled, Regent actually 

came in less expensive per day than some of 

its competitors (based on a similar stateroom 

category). 

If you are a discerning cruise passenger 

that wants to sign before you sail, then Regent 

is for you. “End of Cruise Blues” will only set 

in because you have to leave an exceptional 

cruise, not because your final bill looks like a 

version of the Sunday paper. 


By Niki Warner 

Have you ever seen one of those time lapse videos of seeds 

germinating? They begin with a small hard kernel and some dirt. Add 

a little moisture and the process that is set in motion is fascinating, 

explosive, magical even. The seed splits open and roots push down, 

tender shoots sprout up. That cold dense little pod is destroyed in a 

violent chaotic fashion, and yet, if given the right conditions, will be 

transformed into something amazing, large, and gorgeously complex in 

comparison to what it first appeared to be. 

Spring is a season of radical and beautiful metamorphosis. We 

are drawn outdoors and many of us plan or at least dream about the 

flowers, vegetables, shrubs, and trees we would like to raise. This got 

me thinking about the parallels of successfully cultivating gardens and 

successfully cultivating our own personal development. Both require 

labor and attention to detail. Both require an understanding of the 

conditions that surround us, and by extension, realistic expectations 

of how those conditions will help or hinder the direction of growth 

we want to achieve. Both are well served by having a plan or a vision 

of what we really are striving to 

accomplish, balanced with a measure 

of creativity and flexibility. Both will 

be filled with unexpected challenges 

and joyful surprises. 

I wonder how often we hold ourselves back from the process of 

cultivating our dream gardens or our dream lives because we are afraid 

we don’t know enough, that it will require too much effort, or that 

we will never be able to achieve the ideal. The constant lessons of an 

attentive gardener are those of observation, nurturing, patience; the 

seasonal nature of planning, planting, growth, harvest, and rest; the 

need to weed out distractions or harmful elements, and the helpful 

process of review and pursuit of greater understanding. 

This winter brought Southern Utah some unusual and unexpected 

cold snaps and storms that make the prospects of spring planting and 

summer harvesting all the more appealing. This winter also brought 

my life a few unanticipated squalls; lessons in love and loss that at first 

glance appear much like the chaos and destruction of a seed. In reality 

it is the presentment of an opportunity to be observant, to weed out the 

distractions, to be patient, to create a plan and vision for new growth; to 

cultivate and nurture a gorgeously complex, beautiful metamorphosis 

that will undoubtedly be full of unexpected challenges and joyful 

surprises. 

Spring comes early here, and the season for designing what we hope 

to enjoy and harvest later is upon us. Join me in planting things that are 

colorful and delicious to add beauty and enrichment to the world we 

are all lucky enough to share and learn from. 


For information about planning and planting a 

successful garden in Southern Utah you can email Niki 

at botanicalsdesign@me.com or call 435-313-3170.

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sometimes attributed to relieving chronic pain and tension. 

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When we are experiencing poor posture, tension and difficulty 

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Rest*Relax*Renew 

Experience the Miracle of Massage 

By Janine Housley 

Ancient records indicate that touch was recognized as one of the 

earliest forms of medicine used for calming the spirit and easing 

physical discomforts. It seems miraculous that one could go from 

a state of feeling overwhelming stress or pain to a state of feeling 

calm and physically at ease in the relatively short span of a massage 

session, yet over and over I have witnessed the mystery of relief that 

clients experience. 

Current research shows that massage encourages increased oxygen 

flow which carries blood, body fluids and nutrition throughout the 

body. This opens passage ways that might otherwise be blocked, 

and allows for the potential renewal of soft tissue relating to our 

organs, skeletal system, muscles, and even the nervous system. 

It’s kind of like having a sliver that festers with infection and 

pain until the sliver is pulled out, and we experience immediate 

relief. The body is now able to begin its natural process of mending 

itself. Getting a massage is similar to pulling out the sliver. So 

much of the time it is the festering of an emotional trauma, mental 

anxieties, stress, or a physical pain in the neck that compels us to 

seek massage for relief. 

One of the benefits I have experienced as a GIVER of massage 

is pain relief for those RECEIVING. This alone can open the gate 

for relaxation and stress relief. It sometimes seems miraculous that 

even after simple gentle compression, range of motion, Swedish 

massage, a hand, foot or chair massage, the RECEIVER will 

report feeling relief from pain, and deeply relaxed with a sense of 

renewal. 

During the actual massage, both the GIVER and the RECEIVER 

are having a very tangible experience of the RECEIVER’S sliver 

or pain, and the process of relief. The profundity of the massage 

experience for those RECEIVING is that it allows the chattering 

of the mind to diminish, while the body/mind system gets a 

chance to do what it knows how to 

do without interference. With the 

intuitive and ‘educated therapeutic 

touch’ of an experienced GIVER, the 

RECEIVER’S awareness seems to 

be heightened as it is drawn to, and 

in support of the different areas of 

the body being worked. At the same 

time, the RECEIVER’S consciousness 

oftentimes drops to a much deeper 

level of REST, RELAXATION, and 

RENEWAL! 

At the end of this type of session 

the RECEIVER will often feel a sense 

of relief, like a weight has been lifted 

from their shoulders or neck or low 

back, etc. and literally it has. Science 

confirms that we hold physical as well 

as mental stresses and tension patterns 

in our tissues. Effective therapeutic 

touch involves soft tissue repatterning. 

When a client receives regular massage 


Janine was in her forties with 

five children when she had her 

first massage. At age fifty-two 

she attended the Sensory 

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George, and became licensed as 

a massage therapist in 2003. 

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with students and clients. 

the whole body system begins to undo or peel off, layer by layer 

like an onion, thus relieving the build-up of mental, emotional, and 

physical stresses or pains or patterns, in the tissues. 

My personal experience as both a GIVER and RECEIVER of 

therapeutic touch, tells me it is possible that massage of all kinds 

can provide a silent retreat that allows for complete mental, physical, 

and emotional relaxation and rejuvenation! Receiving a well-timed 

massage could be a maintenance tool that keeps you feeling great. 


Dynamic 

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By Brian Hughes 

Dynamic Silence meditation is a simple mental 

technique, easily learned and practiced by anyone, 

which provides a host of benefits. When one 

practices daily meditation (usually twenty minutes 

morning and evening), one’s stress levels go way 

down. This leads to enormous health benefits, 

more lightness of spirit, greater happiness, and ease 

in all areas of life. 

When we meditate, we relax deeply. Many 

scientific studies have confirmed this. One 

experiences a level of rest deeper than in deep sleep. 

Thus, deeply rooted stress is released from the 

system. Stress is a real culprit in modern life and it 

is often difficult to detect, but we all carry its effects 

around within our bodies. When people learn to 

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Studies have shown that meditators’ brains work more coherently, student’s 

grades improve, the effects of aging start to reduce, and memory is enhanced. 

In fact, there is no single practice as beneficial to human life as Dynamic 

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A Family that Plays Together, 

Stays Together 

By Chad D. Olson, LMFT 

A few months ago on my way home from work I was listening 

to the radio and the show’s host posed an intriguing question: 

“Do you live to work, or do you work to live?” This question really 

made me think about the importance of balancing work and play. 

I have always found satisfaction in being a hard worker and want 

to instill that characteristic in my children; however, I also realize 

that playing together as a family is critical to my relationship with 

them. Work and play should not be seen an either/or proposition; 

we should view it as an and/both opportunity. The income I receive 

from my employment is not an end in and of itself; it is a means to 

provide opportunities for my family to strengthen our relationships 

with each other. I’ve heard it said that a common lament uttered by 

people at the end of their lives is the regret of spending too much 

time at work and not enough time with their family. 

In order to see the value of play, we may need to consider it 

through the eyes of a child. You might be familiar with the story 

about Charles Adams (President John Adams’ grandson) who had 

very little free time because of his professional and political career. 

However, one day he took his boy fishing and recorded in his diary, 

“Went fishing with my son today – a day wasted!” That same day 

his son Brooks wrote, “Went fishing with my father today – the 

most wonderful day of my life.” 

There may be some perceived sacrifices to making time to play 

as a family, but I believe that anything you choose to give up will 

be compensated by the memories, satisfaction, and relationships 

you will build with your family. So, where can you start? Here are 

five ideas that you could do this week to strengthen your family 

relationships through play: 

1. Go on a hike. Dixie Rock and Snow 

Canyon State Park are two of our 

family’s favorites. 

2. Go to a park. St. George takes 

pride in their parks and does a 

wonderful job maintaining them. 

There are dozens of parks, so find 

one you haven’t visited and go play! 


Chad Olson, LMFT, is 

the Clinical Director of 

the St. George Center for 

Couples & Families, 

www.stgeorgefamilies.com. 

3. Attend an event at Dixie State University or one of our high 

schools. Whether your preference is an athletic event, a play, 

or a concert, there are events going on regularly. 

4. Play a board game. Research suggests that playing board 

games can improve cognitive abilities, provide an 

opportunity to teach important values (e.g., cooperation, 

honesty, sportsmanship), and strengthen family 

relationships. 

5. Learn a new skill together. This suggestion could include 

learning a new sport, learning to play a musical instrument, 

building something together or dozens of other things. Be 

creative and use this idea to build self-confidence in your 

children. 

Did you notice that “Watching TV” didn’t make the list? That’s 

not to say that all TV is bad, but we shouldn’t rely on TV/movies/ 

video games to bring our families together because the focus is 

primarily on the screen – not each other. So, let’s enjoy this beautiful 

spring weather in Dixie and have fun playing! 



Dreams Do Come True 

By Darwin Evans DMD 

My brother Derek and I were raised in 

a family of twelve. Our mom was a dental 

hygienist who loved dentistry, and regularly 

spoke of its advances and the opportunities 

it provided to serve her patients. When we 

were young, we had many opportunities to 

accompany our mother to American Dental 

Association conferences in San Francisco. 

It was at these dental conferences that we 

both learned to love dentistry and began our 

discussions of a dream that would one day see 

us practicing together. 

Derek graduated from UNLV in the 

inaugural class of 2006. At that time I was 

working as a technical engineer for Intel 

Corp, but changed careers and shortly after, 

graduated from UNLV in 2010. Derek’s wife 

was raised in St. George, and our parents also 

retired here, so Derek made the decision to 

buy Gentle Dentistry, put down some roots, 

build his practice, and raise his family here. I 

soon followed with my purchase of Advanced 

Dental Concepts in July of 2012. This was 

the next step in seeing our future goal of 

practicing together. 

In August of last year, we made the long 

awaited decision to bring our practices 

together and see this goal that we had talked 

about since childhood come to fruition. It 

was an exciting and fun transition as Derek 

and I have always shared this goal. We have 

come to the realization that dreams really do 

come true as we continue to work towards 

them. Now that we have come together, our 

future goals include providing the highest 

quality dental care to our patients like they 

were our own family. In our waiting room we 

have a plaque that reads, “Enter as a patient, 

leave as family,” and this perfectly exemplifies 

our feelings of how we think of our patients. 

We invite you to come in and experience 

the warm smiles and caring attitudes of our 

staff and become a member of our dental 

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Are You a 

Leader? 

By Jack W. Rolfe 

My first understanding of leadership was 

formed when I was eleven years old. I was 

with a group of my peers participating in a 

scouting activity at our church. The individual 

conducting the meeting asked if everyone in 

the room would move closer to the front 

row. I remember looking at my buddies and 

seeing that no one else was moving. We were 

all frozen in place, thinking, “It would not be 

cool to do what the leader asked us to do.” 

Then a sharp impulse came into my mind. 

I stood up promptly and stated, “Come on 

guys, let’s move up.” Everyone followed and 

the task was completed. After returning 

home that evening, my father, who was 

also at the meeting, said to me, “That was 

amazing what you did today.” I had no clue 

what he was talking about and stared at him 

like only an eleven year old can. He repeated 

to me what he witnessed in the simple act 

of moving with my friends to the front of 

the class. He stated, “You are a leader.” His 

statement touched my soul deeply and has 

remained with me throughout my life. 

In his book Executive Instinct, Nigel 

Nicholson of the London Business School 

suggests that there may be a leadership 


gene—that some people are just driven 

to be in charge. But in The Leadership 

Engine, the University of Michigan’s Noel 

Tichy declares that leadership style and 

abilities emerge from experiences. I propose 

that leaders emerge from a combination of 

both these declarations. I believe that inside 

each one of us there is a leadership gene 

and experiences are necessary to bring this 

gene into action. Have you discovered your 

leadership gene? 

In the movie Facing the Giants, actor 

Alex Kendrick plays the role of high 

school football coach Grant Taylor. In one 

scene Coach Taylor instructs his team and 

specifically counsels his player Brock to 

remember that Brock has been gifted with 

leadership and he should not waste it! Coach 

Taylor increased his own leadership capacity 

by teaching Brock to be a leader. I have 

concluded through my life experiences that 

there is one sure way to develop leadership: 

by assisting others to become leaders in their 

own lives. When you help someone to find 

and use their leadership gene, your leadership 

gene blossoms. 

In our organization, the School of Life 

Foundation, we accomplish the mission of 

increasing high school graduation rates by 

teaching students to be leaders. We assist each 

young person we work with to reach their full 

potential in life. When these youth begin to 

see who they are and what talents they have, 

they discover their leadership gene. Even if 

the only thing these young people lead is 

their own life, we have all gained success. I 

ask you to picture a planet in which everyone 

is taking control of their life and helping 

others to do the same. The miracles that 

would be accomplished would truly change 

the world. The School of Life Foundation is 

accomplishing this goal one person at a time, 

one family at a time, one school at a time, one 

business at a time, one community at a time 

and one nation at a time. 

I invite you to begin or continue your 

leadership journey. Reach out to someone 

this week and guide them in their personal 

leadership growth. My father’s simple 

statement to me when I was young 

influenced me strongly—and you, too, can 

touch someone’s soul deeply for a lifetime. 

Remember you have been gifted with 

leadership. Do not waste it!

“If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn 

more, do more and become more, you are a leader.” 

~ John Quincy Adams 


Mr. Rolfe is the founder and 

President of the School of Life 

Foundation. This 501(c)3 

nonprofit organization has 

a mission to help youth reach 

their full potential in life. 


Dancing through Heaven 

A Story of Love and Loss 

By Ted Spilsbury 

My article today in this issue of the St. George Health & Wellness 

Magazine is intended to touch your heart. I would like to reflect on 

a most tender moment in the lives of LeGrande and Betty Spilsbury. 

They, like you, have weathered first hand the sting of death. I, their 

son, Ted Spilsbury write these words with love in my heart for my 

dear mother. She is now ninety-five years old, somewhat fragile, but 

still very much in charge. We love her so. 

May I suggest that each of us have a purpose and calling to perform 

in life. My dad, myself, and my daughter have chosen to be funeral 

directors, who will serve mankind with kindness and compassion, 

who will dedicate our lives to tenderly caring for friends, neighbors 

and family, and who will suffer from the heartache and sorrow of 

death. 

This is the reflection of our sister, Susan Francis, a beautiful red 

headed nine-year-old, a most precious and delightful princess, who 

fell out of her father’s custom made Dixie Sunbus to her death. 

The sunbus was an old Studebaker funeral coach that my father 

had cut the top completely off of. He called it the “Dixie Sunbus” and 

would moonlight giving tours throughout the Dixie area during the 

summer tourist season. When my sister died I was seven years old. 

My mother was heartbroken and my father… words cannot describe 

his sorrow. 

I asked my Mother’s permission to share the following story from 

her journal, and she kindly consented: 

Susan, darling, these last three days seem to have been endless, but now 

it’s nearly time to go to the church for the funeral. The minutes seem to fly. 

As the hands of the clock approach two, I seem to grow panicky inside, for 

this will be the last time I will be able to look upon your face in this world, 

maybe forever - for who knows if I will ever be good enough to ever reach 

your exalted sphere in the Hereafter. I simply cannot bear the casket to be 

closed, for even your still little body is some consolation. 

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Ted Spilsbury is a lifetime 

resident of St. George and 

Southern Utah. He joined his 

father, LeGrande Spilsbury, in 

the family business in 1968, 

at which time, the family 

served the communities of 

Washington, Kane and Iron 

Counties. Today the family 

business is still flourishing. 

Shortly, Jody Spilsbury Snow 

will be a fully licensed funeral 

director and technician. 

She will represent three 

generations of funeral service 

over a 75 year span. Ted and 

Vivian Spilsbury congratulate 

and welcome their daughter 

into the family business. She 

will be a breath of fresh air. 

as I look around, I know that I am not the only one who is grieved. All 

your little friends are here, sick inside, as I am, that this is the last glimpse 

of you. They have all come to see you, Susan; Bonnie, Claudia, Maurine, 

Kay, Beverly, Carol Ann, Judy, Kathy, Sharie, Donna Lou and Sharon. 

Everyone loved you so much. I guess I will just have to be happy that I had 

the chance to love you for nine years. 

The time has come and though I can’t bear it, I must memorize every 

little detail of your face to carry in my heart forever – your freckles and the 

tan you brought back from Long Beach. The little arch the chicken pox left, 

the cowlick in your hair. You can never wrinkle your little nose like a bunny 

at me anymore. 

You don’t ever need to “feel funny”, darling, because you look your best. 

Your fingernails have been polished, and you even have lipstick on. I know 

you will love the little blue satin gown and will feel real grown-up in the 

lovely white negligee. Your dancing shoes are on, all ready to dance your 

way through heaven. No more corrective shoes for you, baby. 

There isn’t a single snarl in your hair for I spent all Sunday morning 

undoing the tangles. Braids, to me, look the best on my baby, but you even 

have curls on the ends. Yes, you are a picture of perfection, and I didn’t forget 

your perfume because I do so want to return you to God smelling nice and 

fresh. Susie, darling, I am returning you even better than I received you. 

Goodbye, my darling, till we meet in the next world. Be good to all the 

babies on the other side, and, as Aunt Teddy Sue says, help all the kids over 

there with their arithmetic. I’ll have to leave now because I can’t see them 

shut the lid of the casket. 

The reason I decided to share this tender experience is because 

regardless of the age of our loved one that has died, it is a most 

beautiful and overwhelming experience. We cherish my mother’s 

notes. Some deaths are more emotional than others, but nevertheless 

we take our calling very seriously. Every family, like my mother, 

deserves our very best performance, because we know firsthand the 

tenderness of the occasion. 


Building Trust 

By Renae Stucki and Logan Leavitt 

Let’s be honest…It can be pretty hard to trust people! How hard 

is it for you to trust? We rely on many professionals each day, and 

that requires a great deal of trust. We trust doctors with our health, 

and lawyers with our personal and legal matters. Are builders any 

different? Finding the right professionals can make all the difference, 

and selecting a home builder ranks right up there at the top! 

The National Housing Survey recently published a survey listing 

the top five reasons people bought homes. Are you surprised that 

family was the top motivator for homebuyers surveyed? Real estate 

agents and economists can give you hundreds of reasons to buy or 

sell a home, basing their advice on sound research. In fact, it’s a 

great idea to seek and advise with industry professionals. In the end, 

determining the best location, plans, and builder is ultimately up to 

you. You know better than anyone the needs of you and your family. 

For those of us who are native to Southern Utah, we know that this 

area is an amazing place to raise a family. This area can be fruitful 

for visitors, retirees, and young people alike. Recreational activities, 

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Southern Utah has received and continues to receive an influx 

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homebuyers than ever before. It can be difficult for homebuilders to 

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Logan Leavitt, a St. George 

Utah native, played on the 

traveling golf team at Dixie 

State after graduating from 

Pine View High School. With 

a general contractor for a 

father, Logan has worked in 

construction and sales nearly 

his entire life. He, and business 

partner Dustin VanGilder, 

started laying tile flooring 

together at the age of twelve, 

and have been working 

together ever since. In 2007 

he earned a real estate license 

and has done real estate sales, 

marketing, and management 

for eight years in Southern 

Utah. He is currently engaged 

to Christina Delgado and 

has plans to be married in the 

historic St. George Temple in 

November 2014. 

themselves from everyone else, and finding a great deal is only the 

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in Southern Utah, paired with two award-winning designers placed 

at your beckon call, VanGilder Homes has confidence that your ideas 

will become a reality. VanGilder Homes feels that these key elements 

are vital to their success with homebuyers. 

“We understand the big picture,” said 

owner Dustin VanGilder. 

Everyone’s motivation in buying a 

home can be different. However, the 

commonality that you are investing in 

your future and the future of your family 

remains with everyone. You can feel 

Renae Stucki was born and 

raised in St. George Utah. She 

attended Dixie State College 

before moving to Las Vegas 

and working for KB Homes. 

Upon relocation back to Utah 

she took a position as the 

business development manager 

for Nicholas Development 

Group until becoming a 

realtor. She has recently settled 

back in St. George to raise her 

family and enjoys working 

with clients to help them find 

and purchase a home! 

confident knowing that you collaborated in creating the investment 

you will stand behind for years to come. After all, it’s more than just a 

house you’re building. It’s a home. 


A Daughter’s 

Tribute 

By Terrin Parker 

My father turned sixty this past year. Often dignified, sometimes silly, and always affable, my 

dad has been a light in my life, all my life. From the time I was small enough to climb up his long 

legs and flip around as he held my hands, to the time he gave my hand to another, to the time he 

held my babies in his hands, he has enriched my life and filled its shelves with volumes of love and 

memories: “Daddy-daughter dates” and fancy food. Subway sandwiches and Sandies for lunch 

after a long morning in the saddle herding cows. Oatmeal cookie dough on Sundays. Pack trips 

up Pine Valley mountain. Jumping waves at Newport Beach. Camping and Dutch-oven dinners. 

Weekly “interviews” to discuss life, sans judgement. My dad is and has always been a source of 

comfort and strength to me. 

I once attended one of the “Cowboy Poetry Gatherings” he often goes to, and since I know 

he enjoys them I decided to attempt to write a cowboy poem of my own about him for his 60th 

birthday. It was a bit of a challenge to compose verse in western slang, but I did my best. 


Terrin Parker is the associate 

editor of St. George Health 

and Wellness magazine and a 

physical therapist from Cedar 

City, Utah. She graduated 

from Loma Linda University 

in California, and has lived 

in Denver, San Diego and 

St. George. She loves to surf, 

snowboard, write, travel, play 

the guitar and spend time 

with her husband and their 

two young sons. 


Ridin’ the Range 

He’s out ridin’ the range, like his fathers before 

Pushin’ a herd of two hundred or more 

Wearin’ the brand that’s been worn through the years 

Backwards G S on their hide has been seared 

His buckle and hat ain’t changed much all this time 

And he ain’t made much more than a nickle or dime 

But a cowboy he is, in his bones and his blood 

And he wears the land well, the sage, sap, and mud 

His gait has slowed some, and his horse’s has too 

But they still ride the range, ‘cause they love what they do 

See this cowboy’s been ridin’ since he was real small 

Ropin’ and brandin’ and doin’ it all 

Life ain’t so easy, and challenges come 

So it sure does help to know where you’re from 

Good roots grow deep in the soil of life 

To hold your course steady ‘mid the winds of strife 

Well he’s had his fair share of ups and of downs 

But out on the range, as he looks all around 

At the sun coming up and the valley below 

Peace fills his heart, and joy fills his soul 

This life wasn’t meant to be rode on a track 

Where the soil is soft and the ground is all flat 

See, true beauty lies past the rocks and the brush 

And along the journey, if you happen to look up 

So this cowboy rides on, sitting tall in his saddle 

Learning the ways of men and of cattle 

A better man each day than the one just before 

And tomorrow he’ll be out ridin’ life’s range once more 


Planting Seeds and Growing Culture 

By Lani Puriri 

Spring is a time for a fresh new outlook and an opportunity to plant 

a garden that will harvest everything from beautiful flowers to fresh 

herbs and vegetables. Fresh cut flowers can embellish the dinner table 

or bring love to a dear friend. Garden vegetables provide nourishment 

and satisfaction to the body. As we anticipate the garden harvest we 

must also recognize the harvest of a well-cultured life. 

Culture can be defined as patterns set by human interests 

that give significance to activity. We experience culture through 

a variety of ways including tradition, dress, religious beliefs, laws, 

and social standards. These experiences enrich our lives and 

generate opportunities to grow and gain knowledge in a vast array 

of categories. A few of the seeds of culture that help to stimulate 

emotional and intellectual growth include gastronomy, literature, 

performing arts, and visual arts. 


Seed Packet #1 - Gastronomy 

This packet of seeds contains the study of food as it relates to 

culture. The main focus is on gourmet cuisine. Just the words 

gourmet cuisine denotes a feeling of enriching food that takes skill 

to prepare and special appreciation to consume. This time-honored 

cuisine might include dishes such as lasagna, simmering soups, or 

smoked meats that take several hours to prepare. Every bite fills you 

with delight as you experience the satisfaction of healthy eating. 

Seed Packet #2 - Literature 

Reading is essential to the existence of life. At first dawn we 

read a medicine bottle, a cereal box, an email message or a post on 

Facebook. While this is reading, it is not the deep reading that can be 

classified as cultured reading. The seed packet of literature includes 

novels, poetry, scholarly articles and other kinds of information that 

can be appreciated by readers interested in training their brain to 

enjoy intellectual discussion. Every seed in this packet will delight the 

reader and bring new insight into daily experience. 

Seed Packet #3 - Performing Arts 

Seeds of performing arts have been planted in the garden of 

society for many years as this form of entertainment encourages 

people to come together and enjoy a delightful presentation. As a 

part of the audience you may experience the beauty of ballet or the 

strum of the violin string. The sound 

of the operatic voice singing the Italian 

Aria may bring a tear to your eye as you 

connect with the music. Beyond being a 

spectator you may have children involved 

in dance and music recitals or you may 

be a participant yourself. Becoming 

engaged in performing arts stimulates the 

emotional energy within. 

Seed Packet #4 - Visual Arts 

This packet of seeds does not contain 

a television, DVD or video game. It does 


Lani Puriri is the Operations 

Manager with DSU Cultural 

Arts Community Outreach 

and DOCUTAH.com. 

however engage the mind by visually stimulating the creative senses 

and a desire to participate through tactile practice. The paintbrushes, 

the crayon, the chalk, the oil, all are mediums used to create masterful 

pieces of art. Strolling through the art gallery you might experience a 

beautiful sunset on canvas or a shimmering bronze sculpture. Beyond 

the walls of a gallery there are trips to experience and art classes to 

be taken. The seeds of the visual arts packet will harvest a connection 

to color. 

This spring consider planting a garden of culture, and enjoy a 

bounty of harvest for years to come! 

Dixie State University 

Planting Seeds of Culture 

BYU Men’s Chorus 

Royal Moscow Ballet 

Sunday in the Park 

with George 

DSU Symphony Orchestra 

DSU Spring Dance Concert 

For Specific Details about these 

performances please visit: 

dixiestatetickets.com 

San Francisco 

Art Trip Registration 

dixie.edu/finearts/san_francisco 

Sears Dixie Invitational 

dixieculturalarts.com/sears-museum 

DSU Summer Classes 

dixie.edu/finearts/art2 

Go Online & Register Now! 


WCSD Foundation 

Reaches Out to 

Kids in Need 

By Pam Graf 

It is hard to imagine that right here in 

our warm, safe and cozy community, there 

are children living in circumstances that 

are not what we would hope for them. 

Washington County School District 

Foundation is working closely with Bob 

Green, Coordinator of Child Services 

for WCSD, to help provide necessities to 

homeless and at-risk children. Currently, 

we have approximately 800 students 


classified as homeless who are registered 

Pam Graf is the Foundation 

in Washington County School District 

Director for Washington 

Schools. Homeless can be categorized as 

County School District and 

is actively involved in the 

living in a motel, a home with more than 

community. She was born 

one family, Dixie Care and Share, or living 

and raised in St. George and 

in a car. These and many other students 

moved all the way to Santa 

who have needs for food, clothing, 

Clara which she calls her 

shelter, eyeglasses, and medical needs are 

home. 

considered at-risk. The Foundation has 

set up an at-risk account where individuals in the community can 

help with these needs by donating to the Foundation in their behalf. 

Abraham Lincoln said, “No man stands so tall as when he stoops 

to help a child.” Our students deserve to have the best education 

possible, and taking care of their basic needs will allow them that 

opportunity, because having those basic necessities will allow them to 

be more prepared to learn and absorb what they are being taught . If 

you would like to donate to the at-risk account, please contact Pam 

Graf at pam.graf@washk12.org or call 435-673-3553, ext. 5161. 


DIXIE STATE UNIVERSITY 

DSU Fine & Performing Arts 

Spring Season 

DSU MUSIC CONCERTS 

DSU SEARS ART MUSEUM GALLERY 

Sears Dixie Invitational Art Show Feb. 14 - Mar. 30 Sears Gallery See Website for Details 

DSU THEATRE PRODUCTIONS 

Sunday In The Park With George February 27-28, March 1, 4-8 

Eccles Mainstage 

7:30 p.m. 

* Event free of charge. 

Chamber Orchestra Concert April 5 Eccles Concert Hall* 7:30 p.m. 

Chamber Music: Brass, Sax, Flute April 8 Eccles Concert Hall* 7:30 p.m. 

Voice Recital April 10 Eccles Concert Hall* 5:30 p.m.; 7 p.m.; 8:30 p.m. 

String Recital April 11 Eccles Concert Hall 7:30 p.m. 

Piano Ensemble April 14 Eccles Concert Hall* 7:30 p.m. 

Percussion Concert April 15 Eccles Mainstage 7:30 p.m. 

Jazz Concert April 16 Eccles Mainstage 7:30 p.m. 

Symphony Band Concert April 18 Eccles Concert Hall 7:30 p.m. 

Symphony Orchestra Concert April 19 Cox Auditorium 7:30 p.m. 

Piano Recital April 21 Eccles Concert Hall* 6 p.m.; 7:30 p.m. 

Chamber Music: Guitar, Strings April 23 Eccles Concert Hall* 7:30 p.m. 

Chamber Singers, Concert Choir April 24 Eccles Concert Hall 7:30 p.m. 

For tickets or more information, 

please visit 

www.dixieculturalarts.com 

or call 435-652-7800 


Left: Jamis Citizen entry level 

fitness bike. Cost: $380. 

Right: Jamis Ventra Sport available 

in Men’s and Women’s specific 

models. Cost: $725. 

Intro to Cycling 

When getting started in the the sport of cycling, the cost may get a 

bit over whelming so start with the basics: If you are a minimalist, you 

can get by with less, but please make sure you have a helmet. 

BIKE: 

Old, new, green, red, pink, blue, it is a simple machine with few 

moving parts. Somewhere between free, $10, and $100 will get you on 

the road. The Deseret Industries has a great selection of used bicycles 

that need little to no work to get you on the road. A GOOD new bike 

from High Knees Cycling will start about $250-700, the differences 

from a $59 Wal-Mart bike are many: it will last longer, work better, 

need adjustments less frequently, and be more fun to ride... but for 

now, just get started with what you can afford. 

There are only a few things you need to take care of on any bike: 

keep air in the tires, a little oil on the chain, and adjust brakes and 

seat so it fits you right and everything moves without rubbing (you 

AND the bike). If you can’t get anyone to help you and you’re not 

mechanical, High Knees Cycling has a full service staff willing and 

ready to get you riding. High Knees Cycling is owned and operated 

by people that love bikes and love to talk bikes; they will never try to 

sell you anything you don’t need. They will understand your situation 

and give you good advice. Don’t be afraid to say you don’t understand, 

they will explain. If you want to ride your old bike at the lowest cost 

possible, let them know, and they’ll treat you fair. When you get more 

serious and start thinking about a new bike, they will know where 

you’ve come from and steer you right. 

START RIDING: 

Start small, and have a destination! The thing I’ve found with 

beginners is, if you have fun, you’ll want do it more. In the beginning, 

one to two miles (five to ten minutes) each way is plenty. Try riding 

to the grocery store or a little errand to give your ride purpose. If it’s a 

“fitness ride”, start out with five, ten, or fifteen minutes, and build up a 

minute or two the next time. Your body is amazing--you will advance 

quickly, and in about a month you will be stronger and faster than you 

started just by getting your muscles fit. Group rides and clubs are good 

ways to get started too, they have all levels of riders so you can get with 

a group going just your speed. 

The most common mistake people make is over-doing it. I hear 

stories all the time... “Man am I sore!... I was having so much fun I 

kept going but didn’t realize I’d have to double the distance to get back 

home.” So, have fun, take short routes with detours or stop offs, take 

photos of your adventures, and as you gain experience and fitness you 

will naturally go further with less effort. 

HELMET: 

A must! 80% of serious bike injuries involve the head. Your odds of 

avoiding brain trauma are good if you wear a helmet every time. Cheap 

is OK. I’ve cracked a few helmets now..... pretty badly. Without them, 

head meets pavement at 18-20 mph... I’ve met quite a few people by 

now that have been hurt much worse, and of course the many ghost 

bikes I’ve seen are a constant reminder. 


FEATURED DIRECTORY LISTINGS 

adult retirement community 

Sunriver Community 

www.sunriver.com 

(435) 688-1000 

ATHLETIC CLUBS 

Summit Athletic Club 

1532 East 1450 South 

www.mysummitathleticclub.com 

(435) 628-5000 

ATHLETIC SUPPLIES 

Bicycles Unlimited 

90 S 100 E 

www.bicyclesunlimited.com 

(435) 673-4492 

Elliptigo 

344 E. Sunland Drive Ste. 9, 


(435) 652-4199 

www.ElliptiGoStGeorge.com 

eSpokes 

476 E. Riverside Dr. , St. George, UT 

(435) 688-1830 

eSpokes.com 

High Knees Cycling 

2051 East Red Hills Pkwy Suite 1 

(435) 216-7080 

Hkcycling.com 

AUTOMOTIVE 

Stephen Wade Automotive 

1630 Hilton Dr St George, UT 84770 

(435) 628-6100 

www.stephenwade.com 

COMMERCIAL DESIGN 

Botanical Design 

(435) 313-3170 

www.botanicalsdesign.com 

CONSTRUCTION 

Van Gilder Homes 

15 N. Main Street, St. George, UT 84770 

(435) 862-9565 

corporate networking 

Corporate Alliance 

1487 South Silicon Way 

www.knoweveryone.com 

(435) 256-6225 

CPA 

Derek Giles, CPA 

321 N. Mall Drive Bldg. R 

(435) 674.6789 

DENTISTS 

Advanced Dental Concepts 

321 N Mall Dr. Suite P101 

(432) 674-1418 

Riverside Dental 

368 East Riverside Dr. 

Mystgoergedentist.com 

(435) 673-3363 

DIXIE STATE UNIVERSITY 

Dixie State Athletics 

Ticket Sales (435) 652-7800 

http://dixieathletics.com 

Dixie State Cultural Arts 

350 S. 700E Tickets: (435) 652-7800 

www.dixie.edu/culturalarts/ 

EDUCATION 

Washington County School District Foundation 

121 West Tabernacle 

(435) 673-3553 

www.washk12.org/foundation 

Energy Healing 

BrightWorks by Brigit 

www.BrightWorksByBrigit.com 

(435) 668-0233 

FAMILY THERAPY 

St. George Center for Couples & Families 

321 North Mall Dr. Suite 101 

www.stgeorgefamilies.com 

(435) 319-0082 

investment management 

Schofield Group 

437 S. Bluff St, Ste 201, St. George 

(435) 674-3601 


GOLF 

Billy Casper Golf Academy at the Ledges 

Billycaspergolfacademy.com 

(435) 272-1774 

St. George City Golf 

www.stgeorgecitygolf.com 

Health 

Advanced Hearing & Balance 

1490 E. Foremaster Drive #360 


(435) 319-4700 

www.HearingAidDoctor.com 

Advanced Physical Therapy 

1490 Foremaster Dr. 

www.aptsaintgeorge.com 

(435) 652-4455 

Brain Balance 

446 South Mall Drive, Suite B-6 

brainbalancecenters.com 

(435) 627-8500 

Center for Advanced Plastic Surgery 

676 South Bluff St. Suite 207 

(435) 628-2895 

Coral Desert Orthopedics 

1490 E. Foremaster Dr., Ste 150 

www.CoralDesertOrtho.com 

(435) 628-9393 

Dan Sellers, MD 

676 S. Bluff St., St. George, UT 84770 

(855) 295-6554 

www.sellersplasticsurgery.com 

Define Your Prime 

www.defineyoury.com 

435.669.3377 

Desert Pain Specialists 

368 E Riverside Dr. 

www.desertpainspecialists.com 

(435) 216-7000 

Dixie Chiropractic 


www.dixiechiro.com 

(435) 673-1443 

Dr. Foulk (Infertility) 

676 Bluff Street 

(801) 785-5100 

www.utahfertility.com 

Hanger Clinic 

630 South 400 East, Suite 102 

(435) 673-6449 

www.hanger.com 

Heart of Dixie 

1380 E Medical Center Dr. 

St George, UT 84790 

435.251.2900 

Intermountain Instacare 

(435) 688-6388 

www.redrockpediatrics.org 

LiVe Well Center at Dixie Regional 

Health & Performance Center 

652 S. Medical Center Drive 

(435) 251-3793 

Massage Therapy Academy 

1722 East 280 North 


(435) 673-4101 

massagetherapyacademy.net 

My Family Chiro 

446 South Mall Drive, Suite B-5 


(435) 703-9406 

myfamilychiro.me 

Nitric Oxide 

(435) 673-1443 

www.nitroxide.com 

Oral & Facial Surgery Institute 

393 E Riverside Dr #2b 

www.oralfacialsurgeryinstitute.com 

(435) 628-1100 

Pain Relief Centers 


painreliefcentersofutah.com 

(435) 673-1443 

St. George Eye Center 

1054 East Riverside Dr. Suite 201 

www.stgec.com 

(435) 628-4507 

St. George Clinic (Family Medicine) 

736 South 900 East #203 

www.centralutahclinic.com 

(435) 673-613 

St. George Massage 

(435) 215-3480 

3143 South 840 East 

www.stgeorgemassage.com 

Simply Health Chiropractic 

1091 North Bluff St Suite 309 

www.simplyhealthchiropractic.com 

(435) 688-0444 

HEALTH (cont’d) 

Snow Canyon Clinic 

272 East Center Street 

Ivins, UT 84738 

(435) 986-2331 

Southern Utah Women’s 

Health Center 

515 South 300 East Suite 206 

http://www.suwhc.com 

(435) 628-1662 

Southwest Spine & Pain Center 

at Dixie Regional Medical Center 

652 S. Medical Center Drive #110 

www.southwestspineandpain.com 

(435) 656-2424 

Southwest Vision 

965 E 700 S #100 

www.southwestvision.org 

(435) 673-5577 

Dr. Greg Taylor 

1490 East Foremaster Drive Suite 300 


(435) 688-2104 

Utah Fertility Center 

676 Bluff Street 


(801) 785-5100 

www.utahfertility.com 

Dr. Watkins 

(435) 619-9630 

(801) 822-9693 

Dr. Zehnder 

676 South Bluff Street 


(877) 523-4695 

LEGAL 

Bush Law 

321 North Mall Dr. R-234 

(435) 674-6661 

Jones Waldo Law Firm 

www.joneswaldo.com 

301 N 200 E # 3A, St George, 

UT 84770 

(435) 628-1627 

Wright Way Legal 

321 North Mall Dr. Suite 301 

www.wrightwaylegal.com 

(435) 674-6744 

MORTGAGE 

Cherry Creek Mortgage 

720 S River Rd, (435) 674-9200 

www.cherrycreekmortgage.com 

MORTUARY 

Spilsbury Mortuary 

110 S. Bluff St. St. George, UT 84770 

(435) 673-2454 

25 N. 2000 W. Hurricane, UT 84737 

(435) 635-2212 

NEWS 

St. George News 

www.STGNews.com 

NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS 

Boy Scouts of America 

(928) 965-3943, clawton@bsamail.org 

School of Life Foundation 

River Road Plaza 

107 South 1470 East, Ste 101 

www.schooloflifefoundation.org 

(435) 632-2947 

Nutrition Stores 

Dixie Nutrition 

406 West St. George Boulevard 

(435) 673-3447 

Olive Oil 

Redstone Olive Oil 

250 N. Red Cliffs Drive 


(435) 628-1388 

www.redstoneoliveoil.com 

Orthodontics 

Theurer Orthodontics 

965 East 700 South Suite 101 

www.theurerorthodontics.com 

(435) 688-8228 

Wayne Christian Orthodontics 

330 E. Tabernacle, Bldg. B 

(435) 628-4422 

OrthoPEDIC SURGEON 

Dr Michael Green 

1490 Foremaster Dr. 

www.greenorthopedic.com 

(435) 688-0156 

pharmacy 

Family Pharmacy 

25 North 2000 West 

Hurricane, UT 84737 

(435) 635-8200 

www.utahfamilypharmacy.com 

Stapley Pharmacy 

102 E City Center St. 

(435) 673-3575 

446 S. Mall Drive #B8 

(435) 673-3575 

www.stapleypharmacy.com 

POOL & SPA 

Absolute Comfort Spa & Pool 

1397 W Sunset Blvd 

(435) 275-4107 

www.absolutecomfortutah.com 

Professional Office Services 

Fish & Frags 

630 N. 3050 E. #C3 

(435) 627-1777 

www.fishandfrags.com 

RADIO 

Cherry Creek Radio 

www.cherrycreekradio.com 

REAL ESTATE 

Equity Real Estate 

1173 S 250 W # 102, St George, UT 

(435) 628-2810 

ReSTAURANT 

Irmita’s Mexican Food 

148 W. St. George Blvd. 


(435) 628.4399 

Market Café 

490 W. St. George, Blvd. #2 

www.kitchencornersg.com 

(435) 862-4765 

The Painted Pony Restaurant 

2 W St George Blvd 

www.painted-pony.com 

(435) 634-1700 

Pasta Factory Ancestor Square 

(435) 674.3753 

Pizza Factory Ancestor Square 

(435) 628.1234 

Pizza Factory Express 

1930 W. Sunset Blvd. (435) 634.1234 

Pizza Factory Pineview 

Near Pineview Stadium 10 

(435) 688.2656 

Tropical Smoothie 

1010 E. Red Hills Parkway 

(435) 656-5508 

www.tropicalsmoothie.com 

SENIOR LIVING 

Beehive Homes 

(435) 627-0023 

www.beehivecare.com 

Beehive Cottages 

2041 S. Mesa Palms Dr. 

(435) 634-9299 

www.beehivecottages.org 

STORAGE 

Kustom Container 

3730 South 1700 East 

(435) 680-4509 

www.kustomcontainer.com 

TRAVEL 

Travel Connection 

1386 E. 100 S. Suite H 

(435) 628-3636 

www.stgeorgetravel.com 

Tuacahn 

Tuacahn 

1100 Tuacahn Dr. , Ivins, UT 84738 

(435) 652-3300 

www.tuacahn.org 

Washington Community Center 

Washington Community Center 

350 N Community Center Dr. 

Washington, UT 84780 

(435) 656-6360 

Washingtoncity.org/cc 

Weight Management 

Dr. Coleen Andruss 

1173 South 250 West, Suite 110 

www.drhealthylifestyle.com 

(435) 986-3800 

Healthy Express 

www.myhealthyexpress.com 

(435) 773-7712

CALENDAR OF 

March 

EVENTS 

March 1 

Lake to Lake Team Relay and Ultra. A 50-mile team relay from Gunlock 

Reservoir to Sand Hollow Reservoir. Gunlock State Park 

March 8 

Spring Art On Main Gallery Stroll, St. George Art Museum (start) 

and Main Street, Admission to the museum is waived the evening of 

the Gallery Walk. Make sure to pick up a free “punch card” at the Art 

Museum that is marked at each gallery attended. 

March 15 

Spectrum 10K, Ivins City Park, Come enjoy a beautiful, scenic run 

through Snow Canyon State Park. Transportation to the start line will 

leave at 8:15am from Ivins City Park. Runners MUST ride the bus 

provided. Pre-registration is accepted until Friday, March 7th. Late 

registration accepted until Wed., March 12th for an additional $10 late 

fee. NO DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION! 

March 20 

Mini Indy. Sponsored by SkyWest Airlines, Dixie College and the 

City of St. George, Mini Indy 2014 will bring together teams from 

international & local businesses, community leaders and various civic 

groups to race miniature Indy-style cars through a twisting course. 

Dixie Center Parking Lot & Exhibit Hall, Dixie State College 

March 29 

Sandhollow Marathon, Hurricane UT. 

April 

April 5: 

SHAC Triathlon. Beginner: 200 yard swim, 5 mile bike, 1.5 mile run. 

Sprint: 400 yard swim, 10 mile bike, 5K run. Kids Beginner: 50 yard 

swim, 1 mile bike, 1/2 mile run. Kids Sprint: 100 yard swim, 2 mile 

bike, 3/4 mile run. NO DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION! 

April 11 & 12 

3v3 Live Streetball. All age groups are invited to the Lifetime Store & 

Team D Auto parking lots to compete in 3 on 3 Live Streetball. Up 

to 4 players is $100, add a 5th player for an additional $25. Register 

online by April 5 at www.bigkickincountry.com, check in on April 10 

at Lifetime Stores. 

April 19 

Bubble Run, Ridgetop Complex, The BUBBLE RUN is 5km of 

frothy goodness! At each kilometer, participants will run through 

Bubble Zones, and come out covered head to toe in colored bubbles 

and foam! Early Bird – $40, After Mar 5 – $45, After Apr 9 – $50. 

Team members save $5. Kids 6 and under race for free with fully paid 

adult registration. 

DO YOU HAVE A 

PERSONAL INJURY CASE? 

Injury Attorney 

Rex Curtis Bush 

435.674.6661

St George Golf Academy

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