The Peoria Woman - September 2007

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Lynnette Demanes
Managing a Diverse Career Path
Over the years, Lynnette Demanes has thrown herself into a wide range of careers. She received her bachelor’s degree in secondary education from Bradley University and went on to teach at Academy of Our Lady/Spalding. After receiving her master’s degree from Illinois State University and completing a stint in the medical field, the sudden passing of her father propelled Demanes into managing a number of family businesses, including an 18-year career in radio at WTAZ. Now the owner of Ravina on the Lakes and Scrapadoodle—the Peoria area’s largest scrapbook and paper crafting store—the 17-year Rotary member looks forward to returning to education and volunteering her time to District 150. The mother of three daughters lives with her husband, Mike Fleming, in Peoria.
Features
Publisher's Note
Mr. Wonderful, Mr. Rogers and the Conditions of Praise
In a world of confusion, war and terror we need to not only hear the words, “You are special,” but we also need to believe in them.
Speaking the Language of Art
Now in its second year and with most of its foreign language and art classes full, Kultural Kids is thriving.
Peoria Profile
Shawna Ludy
Since she was three years old, Peoria native Shawna Ludy has donned a pair of ice skates.
Fall Fashion Trends
The general atmosphere of fashion in the upcoming months will be sleeker and more sophisticated than in previous seasons.
Career
Marketing Myths
Common Misconceptions Could Make or Break Your Business
- Michelle Lefebvre
This month I’d like to help you weed through and dispel some popular myths about advertising.
"Sellers Beware!"
- Katrina Taraska
The most important obligation of a seller of property is to disclose all material defects of the property of which he/she has actual knowledge.
Tips For a Clearer Outlook
Microsoft Outlook is a personal information manager program that can be used to email, schedule appointments and meetings, keep track of tasks, organize contacts and much more.
Health
Granting Dreams to Seniors
Our Mission: to bring smiles and joy to chronically and critically ill seniors who have brought smiles to others throughout their lives.
Methodist Breast Health Center
The advanced technology available can save lives and makes a mammogram faster, easier and more comfortable.
Milk: It Does a Body Good... or Does It?
- Kate Jones
Side effects of drinking cow's milk have been linked to triggering allergic responses such as sinusitis, asthma, earaches, congestion and more.
Rejuvenate the Aging Neck
- Dr. Nizar Merheb
A neck lift can positively affect one's confidence and body image.
Lifestyle
Creating Healthy Self-Esteem in Your Child
Parents have the greatest influence on our child’s development of worth and value, holding the key to creating healthy self-esteem and confidence for our children.
Senior Moments
The culture at resident camp is one of almost total isolation from the outside world.
Raising Charitable Children
Stewardship begins in childhood and becomes deeply rooted as parents, pastors, mentors and leaders stress the importance of generous givng.
An Invigorating and Therapeutic Water Massage
The rejuvenating benefits of a water massage can help maximize the circulatory and therapeutic effects of a massage.
Finance
Need Last-Minute Financing for your Child's College Education?
- Sandra Beneventi
Despite your best efforts, changing economic conditions and escalating tuition costs could mean that what you have saved now may not be enough.
Cut the Corporate Purse Strings!
Launching a business from the ground up can take a tremendous amount of time, energy and self-discipline.