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from our staff what I've learned this month... by Brenda Peterson Peace of Mind Why does it seem to be that the more we try to relax, the more stressed we become? Schedule a vacation, and a new project with an urgent deadline promptly lands in your lap. Plan to cozy up with a book? Suddenly you realize that mountain of laundry is still waiting to be folded. We could go on. Where's the reprieve? After meeting 80% Th e amount of your current income (as a with three area women this month, we were deeply relieved to fi nd out it's not in perfectly achieving it all. Messy house? Demanding job? Feet that could use a pedi- cure? You can still have peace in the midst of it all. Really! Turn to our cover story on p. 40 to hear how women are fi nding a happier path in the midst of all of life's demands. And then we're tackling what can be one Cruises on the lakes? Sign me up! Can't wait to check out the pontoon rides through Madison Community Schools and Recreation that launch of the biggest stressors of all: Finances. Who likes to talk about it? Maybe you don't even want to think about it! But fac- ing your fi nances is something you'll have to do eventually, so why not start today? Whatever your fi nancial situation, area experts have the know-how to make your money work for you. It's simple, empow- ering, and yes, it can even be exciting to fi - nally see the path to your goals. Turn to p. 57 to peruse the tips, then start taking the steps toward a healthy fi nancial future. And in the meantime, it's time to kick back and enjoy summer! Get inspired to live it up with cool sum- mer styles and fresh recipes on p. 46, cre- ate livable landscapes on p. 18, fi nd outdoor toys that will entertain your little ones (and yourself, we might add. Not that we tested them. OK, we did.) on p. 22, and enjoy all the options we found for getting out on Madison lakes on p. 65. As always, there's so much more. Here's to fi nding your peace, wherever it may be! " " from Tenney Park as well as the Lake Monona rides with Betty Lou Cruises. Play section, p. 65-72 A point about happi- ness I won't soon forget: The little things people forget to think about, that's what makes a difference. Chrisi Andringa "The Balancing Act," p. 40 Countless The amount of "guiltless" margaritas I plan to make this summer with the recipe from Karen Eigenberger. "Play With Your Food," p. 70 Sarah DeRoo Editor in Chief 8 Michelle Reddington Publisher BRAVA Magazine July 2012 Incontinence: I have to admit it's nice to know this hush-hush issue is not just for old ladies! "Live in Good Health," p. 13 Correction! Life's not perfect and neither are we. In our June issue we incorrectly stated the date of this year's Monroe Street Festival. You can actually attend that festival this year on Sept. 8. Our apologies! What a wake-up call! "Facing Your Finances," p. 57 starting point) to deter- mine how much you'll need in retirement.