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hat’s your relationship with winter sports? Do you buy a season ski
pass before the first snowstorm of the season hits or is your idea
of a winter workout maneuvering Christmas cookies to and
from your mouth? My courtship is complicated. Growing up so
close to the Sierras meant Friday
field trips to Boreal Mountain
Resort and Sunday fundays sledding. Though it sounds like
a postcard-perfect childhood, the reality was much different.
My inaugural experience downhill skiing was one of the most
frigid, frightening days of my life. I cried more than I laughed
and was on my fanny more than my feet. Subsequent attempts
included injuries and a general fear factor that I never could
conquer. Needless to say, when I moved to San Diego and
traded the snow for the sand, I didn’t miss the mountains
one bit.
It wasn’t until returning to my roots that I truly started
appreciating the beauty and flurry of fun we have in this winter wonderland of ours. Downhill
skiing aside, residents can go snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, ice-skating, or even join
a curling club. And in this month’s Health & Wellness article, “Work it Out(side)” (page 34),
Kourtney Jason guides you through various ventures, with the benefits/calories burned, local
places to try it, and a beginner tip for each. Even when the temps are tempting you inside, I
hope it inspires you to soak up the snow and opt outside.
Winter sports aren’t the only nod to the season this issue. We’ve packed these pages
with a plethora of holiday fun, including “31 Ways to Give Back in 31 Days” (page 38) where
Sharon Penny proves it is indeed better to give (of your time and talents) than receive. Make
it your mission to try everything on the list or commit to one cause and see just how warm
and fuzzy it makes you feel.
When it comes to giving more material things this month, because Christmas, I encourage
you to check out our Holiday Gift Guide on page 45, chock-full of over 75 presents that’ll please
“We make
a living by
what we get.
We make a
life by what
we give.”—
Winston S.
Churchill
the most discerning person on your list. The best part? Almost
everything is available at small-box brick and mortars, so
you can rest assured you’re doing your part to support the
cornerstones of our community. Bonus: We’re giving away a
few of the featured gifts; follow us on Instagram (@stylemags)
for the details and how you can walk away a winner.
For people planning to host a holiday party (bless you), flip
to Kerrie L. Kelly’s article, “4 Tips for Effortless Entertaining” on
page 40, featuring suggestions on how to be the hostess with
the mostess, including investing in actual invites to truly set
the soirée’s scene. And what’s an affair without alcohol? Make
it extra spirited by preparing one of the 3 festive cocktails (each
using locally made liquor) in Sip on This (page 78).
Whether you loathe or love this time of year, remember to take a moment to appreciate
the people, places, and things that abound and surround. Happy holidays!
— Megan // megan@stylemg.com
/@meggoeggowaffle
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ON THE COVER:
Christmas in Historic Folsom by Janeen Meyer-Johanson
Janeen Meyer-Johanson is a member of the Folsom Arts Association and
has shown her work all over town, including the Harris Center and at
various pubs, cafés, and galleries. Originally from Sacramento, she lived in
Germany for many years—studying art and design—before moving back to
the region where she works as a teacher. The artist is “always thrilled at the
chance to share the beauty and color of Folsom” that she knows and loves.
For more info, visit janeensoilworks.com.
Editor’s Note photo by Dante Fontana.
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