June/July 2017 issue of Marvelous!

MARVELOUS!CREATE THE LIFE YOU WANT
AT HOME WITH
JUDY LOVING Marvelous! Woman
Shannon Nachtigal
Art at Home
The Journey of a
MARVELOUS! Passionate Nurse
VOICES

JOIA TRAVER

The Splendid
Things Underwater

THE
QUESTION:

HOW WILL YOU
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THIS SUMMER?

AND...

BELLA'S TABLE

ESTELLA
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Features

13 At Home with Judy Loving
Art at Home

25 Marvelous! Woman
Shannon Nachtigal
The Journey of a Passionate
Nurse

Departments
33 4 From the Publisher’s Desk

8 M! Society

18 The Question: How will you be
creative this summer?

33 Bella’s Table

36 Marvelous! Voices
Joia Traver

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From the publisher's Desk Marvelous!

SUMMERTIME, AND with challenges and reflection. For women who create the life they want,
THE LIVIN’ IS EASY Joia Traver, a budding writer at age 13, and live it passionately.

N o matter your age, it seems sum- writes our Marvelous! Voices essay, and she JUNE/JULY 2017
mertime is filled with possibili- literally takes us below the surface—of Lake VOLUME VII, ISSUE 3
ties—flowers in full bloom, gatherings of Norfork, where she plans to spend a good
families and friends, trips both elaborate and portion of her summer vacation. There are Marvelous! is published bi-monthly.
short, and myriad ways to stay cool in the splendid things underneath the water as well
area’s waters. It looks like the livin’ is easy, as on top! Something to think about while PUBLISHER, EDITOR
and it often is, but underneath the surface, you’re lounging on the lake this summer. Deb Peterson
our lives are filled with the special meaning
we give the people and things we surround I am lucky to be the sampler as well as the MARVELOUS! MUSES
ourselves with, and filled with the challenges photographer of the yummy recipes Estella Karry Bass
of life itself. Tullgren shares with us in every issue. The
four recipes in these pages were particularly Kelly Householder-Giuliano
Judy Loving has spent a lifetime surround- scrumptious. I will be making and enjoying Christy Case Keirn
ing herself with art of all kinds. Her home is all of them this summer, especially the short- Sarah Knight
a fascinating place to visit, but Judy’s art isn’t bread bars and Rosemary Red Cocktail. Oh
just for looks. She shares with us why the art my. And they are pretty besides! CONTRIBUTORS
she collects makes her feel closer to who she Jaren Beavers
is and where she lives. We are no longer holding Marvelous! Minis, Don Blair
our mini events for women at our former world
Shannon Nachtigal, our Marvelous! Wom- headquarters building. Renae and I had a won- Kelly Householder-Giuliano
an in this issue, may relax around her pool or derful time with all of you who participated in Judy Loving
on the lake, looking on the surface that she them, and we thank you for joining us.
doesn’t have a care in the world, but you can Shannon Nachtigal
bet as chief nursing officer at Baxter Regional Remember to pick up a Bella’s Table Cook- Joia Traver
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her life that aren’t filled with responsibility. Estella Tullgren
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Shannon Nachtigal is the Joia Traver and her sister,
Judy and her husband, Chief Nursing Officer at Tiana (everyone calls her Jaren Beavers has been
Bob Winkelman, are Baxter Regional Medical Peeka), learned to swim capturing photos profes-
newly retired, Judy from a Center in Mountain Home. before they could walk. sionally for over 10 years.
30-year banking career in She is responsible for 700 They swim for the Moun- When she is not out shoot-
Marion County, and Bob staff members, nursing tain Home swim team and ing things, she and her
from a 50-year career as a practice, and compliance have competed in the husband, Matthew, enjoy
museum exhibit specialist. with nursing standards of Junior Olympics for three eco-friendly living and
In addition to thoroughly care. She is married with 2 years so far. Joia, 13, grew spending time with family
enjoying their children, daughters, 4 stepchildren, up on Lake Norfork and and friends in the beautiful
grandchildren, and home, 3 grandchildren, and 2 enjoys everything about Ozarks that they are proud
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At Home with Judy Loving

Art at Home

BY JUDY LOVING STYLE BY KELLY HOUSEHOLDER-GIULIANO
PHOTOGRAPHY BY DEB PETERSON

I am pretty sure that my art collection started with a stoneware Currently I also collect early, hand-thrown Niloak Pottery. In
mug. There was an inkling of an idea that even as an unem- 1906, Eagle Pottery Company of Benton, Arkansas worked with

ployed college student, I could afford to collect art in small, incre- kaolin (a fine potter’s clay) of several distinctive color combina-

mental ways if I limited my spending to needed, functional items. tions swirled together in a unique, mission-style design. The com-

The mug was created at Calabash Pottery, a wom- pany discontinued making Niloak (kaolin spelled

en-owned studio and shop just off Dickson Street backwards) pottery in 1926. Scouring flea markets

in Fayetteville. Its handle was large enough to grip and antique stores, Bob and I hunt for color combi-

with my entire hand and the thin-walled mug was nations and shapes that appeal to us.

the perfect size for a cup of tea or coffee in the morn- Why is art a crucial focal point for so many? Our

ing. The color was rusty oatmeal, with an earth- genes meet the world and we decorate accordingly.

toned base. Mugs were inexpensive in the mid 70s We live our lives as who we are. Our environment

and I splurged. I bought two. evolves and grows organically around us while, to

To this day, the early pots that I collected remain whatever extent we can, we make conscious choices

beloved. I find comfort and a deep restful pleasure to shape that environment; we adorn our bodies and

when touching or looking at them. In many cases our homes.

I have met the artists, and the human connection I do not think that people always deliberately de-

through art adds warmth to the visual experience. This page: Judy with her collec- fine themselves with the art they choose to live with.

Most of my pottery is from Arkansas. tion of Niloak pottery. But it is not haphazard either. Piece by piece, small

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Clockwise from left, this page: the dining room; Bob and Judy in the living
room (painting by Kate Nessler); pottery by Fu at Calabash Pottery; bitter-
sweet by Kate Nessler. Next page: Judy in the kitchen.

choices and large choices, we replicate our sense of beauty and our the garden at Highgrove, the country estate of Prince Charles in
interests. Our eyes reflect what resonates within us. Tetbury. Locally, you can view a Nessler painting at the Donald W.
Reynolds Library in Mountain Home.
Primarily limiting my collection to art from Arkansas helped
hone my focus. Beyond my love of family and friends, my joys in I find great joy when looking at Nessler’s work. I see life’s resil-
life come from the rustic and the out-of-doors. I purposely seek ience rushing through frail fallen petals. I see death and rebirth in
items that reflect these interests. I also think that as a species, hu- a spray of bittersweet. Nessler eloquently captures the audacious
mans share a legacy of bringing the beauty of the out-of-doors into helter-skelter construction of a bird’s nest simultaneously with its
our shelters. It keeps nature close. Personal. strength to withstand the rages of weather.

I expanded my collection with hanging-on-the-wall art, mostly Purchasing art supports artists, and that is a remarkable thing
posters purchased from art museums I visited. Over the years I to do. Bob and I give art as gifts to close friends and family. Close
added prints from Susan Morrison and Duane Hada, both Arkan- friends share art with us. It bolsters our sense of what is important
sas artists. In 2001, a friend gave me a poster of wildflowers from in life and deepens the intimacy of our relationships.
the Baker Prairie near Harrison. It was part of a touring exhibit
by Arkansas botanical artist, Kate Nessler, commissioned by the In 1987, a group of women with vision in Washington DC had
Arkansas Natural Heritage Commission to document indigenous the idea that women artists were underappreciated mostly because
plants of the state. Getting to know Kate Nessler’s work was a they were unknown. In order to correct the situation, and subse-
turning point in my art collection. I am honored and humbled to quently raise the status and pay scale of women artists, this group
live with several of her paintings. created the National Museum of Women in the Arts. Women artists
now have a museum of their own. Membership was on a grass
Kate Nessler lives near Kingston, Arkansas. She paints primarily roots level. For $35 you could become a charter member of an art
with watercolor on vellum. Nessler is an extraordinary botanical museum! As an underpaid teacher in Arkansas, I mailed in the $35
artist whose works are shown in the United States and in England. and to this day I remain a very proud member of NMWA. My an-
Two of her paintings were included in Shirley Sherwood’s 2005 nual contributions increase over the years as fate allows.
book, A New Flowering — 1000 Years of Botanical Art, and she has
two entries in Fresh Cut, the 2005 exhibition catalogue of the Amer- Beyond the art on our shelves and walls, our kitchen is a major
ican Society of Botanical Artists. She served as president of the expression of our love and interests and, like the kitchens of many
American Society of Botanical Artists and received its prestigious of our friends, is fabulous to behold. After forty years I continue
Award of Excellence in 1997. Her paintings are in the Hunt Insti- refining its look, its tenor, and its aromas. If I have any creative
tute, and in the Lindley Library of the Royal Horticultural Society. ability, the kitchen is where it seeks voice. Significant meals and
Her work was selected for inclusion in the Highgrove Florilegium. notable mistakes spring from my kitchen in random abandon. Like
She painted two watercolors under the umbrella of the Prince of life, it is a place of anxiety and peace, and in the end, there is laugh-
Wales Charitable Foundation to celebrate and record the flora in ter. Surrounded by Arkansas pottery and in view of two Nessler
paintings, inspiration comes easily to our kitchen.
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My younger daughter, Attila Berry, explains it best in an essay meals and provides a place for communication. Upon en-
she wrote twenty years ago: tering the kitchen, good conversations and in-depth dis-
cussions are inevitable. My mother and I perch on the
My family’s personal epicenter is in the kitchen. cool, granite counters and talk for hours about the joys and
It is the first room that is visible when coming in the front demons in our lives. Expression comes more easily in the
door and its aroma is the first thing smelled when entering warmth of the stove and the smell of oregano and freshly
through the back. It is not isolated from the rest of the house baked bread.
but integrated into the living room and dining area with no
separation. With a very humble start, it eventually changed We are a kitchen family and perhaps that is why it has
into an efficient and intricate work of art. The kitchen is such a profound effect on me. The hustle and bustle of ev-
compact and productive, and the heart of our house resides eryday life is forgotten when I see my family each playing
within it. their own part in calm delight. My future has a menagerie
Within its warmth my family becomes, all of our oddities of options and I am constantly bombarded with dreams and
and idiosyncrasies aside, a cohesive unit. We each do our own aspirations that may or may not come true. The one thing I
part in helping to prepare a meal whether that be perfecting a know, though, is that I want to have a home as connected
Crème Anglaise or stir-frying shrimp. I like just to watch the and contented as my family’s kitchen.
flurry of culinary activity unfold around me. The sights and
sounds of our kitchen, the simmering and chopping and the Homes, by definition, are places of nourishment. Whether a
strong scent of cilantro all merge together to produce a feeling modest cabin or a hilltop estate, a home offers safety. Homes pro-
of connectedness between the participants. vide nurturing and sanctuary, places where people love each other
There is a clear and definite flow to the kitchen. It is a and thrive.
rhythm to which we all abide. It resembles a song, carefully
composed and full of recipes and vegetables and love for I think often of the Syrians who leave their homes because of the
each other. In the kitchen my family sits on the brink of har- strife and fear besieging them. How do they choose what to take?
mony, and in order for other people to join in the cooking How did displaced Jews choose what to load on their backs and in
process, they must be very observant. Otherwise, they are their carts? Do you ever take a piece of art? Or photos of loved ones?
lost in a maze of pots and measuring cups. In most families
emphasis is placed on the eating of food rather than the pro- More often I think of Lot’s nameless wife. In the story, she was
cess used to make it. With my family it is the exact opposite. forced to leave her house—driven away, following her husband.
To us the preparation is exceedingly more important than And in her heart, she turns with a silent farewell to the home that
the actual eating. Consumption is an afterthought. had sheltered her family. I think that she was a wondrous home-
The kitchen is a multifaceted area. It is used to prepare maker amid the chaos of Sodom. She must have truly loved the
home that she created to disobey a wrathful God. She was turned
to salt. Salt, the essential mineral, displayed on every kitchen table.

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FROM TEEN MOM TO CHIEF NURSING OFFICER

The Journey of a Passionate Nurse

BY SHANNON NACHTIGAL

STYLE BY KELLY HOUSEHOLDER-GIULIANO
PHOTOGRAPHY BY JAREN BEAVERS

I believe one of the highest forms of professionalism is reflec- career, fast. My sister, Julie, lived in Little Rock and was a nurse in
tion. Reflection is used to look back on any given situation or labor and delivery (she is now a physician). I asked her if I could
choice and ask yourself what you would have done differently. As live with her and go to school. She said yes, and was a tremendous
I reflect on my life and what brought me to nursing, of course there help in my success at school.
are specific things along the way that I would have done different-
ly, but I wouldn’t change the journey, and my destination would be Jon had another year of high school to finish, so I moved to Little
the same. I love being a nurse. Rock by myself. It was difficult living apart and seeing each other
on weekends when we could.
I was raised by a nurse. I remember how dedicated my mother
was to her profession. Her profession was always a vital part of her I was six months into my pregnancy and three months into nurs-
life. She rose to positions of leadership in whatever work setting ing school when I told my parents I was pregnant. It was one of
she was in. She modeled that a woman could have a career and the hardest days of my life. I knew how disappointed they would
a family. As one of four children, I never felt that my mother put be, and I had waited so I could show them I was taking responsi-
work first, though she worked many hours. I never felt neglected bility. My dad asked what I expected from them. I said I wanted
because she was not at every practice, game, or class party. I always them to treat me just as they would if I weren’t pregnant. I expected
felt a sense of pride that my mother was a nurse and worked in the nothing more and would be accountable for my decisions. My dad
career she loved to support her family. My mother, Dorothy Carr, is looked at me said, “Ok, it’s a deal.” My mother was tearful but
now retired but still holds a nursing license. She worked at Baxter stayed calm; I think my dad’s reaction was a big factor in her ability
Regional Medical Center for many years. With her as my role mod- to turn her tears into a smile. I felt like a thousand pounds had been
el, I knew that I wanted both a career and a family. lifted off my shoulders. Now I could really focus on my education.

I did not plan to be a nurse until I learned very soon after gradu- Most nursing students take their general pre-requisite courses like
ating from high school that I was pregnant. I didn’t tell anyone ex- chemistry, algebra, anatomy and physiology, English and history,
cept the father, Jon Jenkins, and quickly enrolled in nursing school before enrolling in nursing school. I completed all of my pre-requi-
at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. I was determined to sites while going to nursing school. Full-time students take 12 credit
be the responsible woman my mother raised me to be. I needed a hours per semester. I took up to 23 hours to fit it all in. They no lon-
ger allow you to do that. I went to summer school and even took a

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“I never had any doubt that Shannon could achieve moved to California to start a solo surgi-
any goal she set her mind to. It has been awe- cal practice, another new adventure in my
some watching her develop both professionally career. I learned how to code, bill, and all
and personally. I could not be more proud of her.” that comes with helping manage a surgical
— Dorothy Carr, retired RN and Shannon’s moth- practice. We had a very successful business
er. She was a nurse for 56 years and still has an and met some very special people—Paul,
active license. She worked in labor and delivery, Carolee, Mary Alice, and Eric Ratzlaff. Not
was director of nurses at Marion County Hospital, only did they help run the practice, they be-
spent many years in the operating room, and was came our family away from home.
the director of surgery at Baxter Regional Medical
Center. After two years of very busy work, I
knew that California was no place for a girl
required speech class over Christmas break. longer than I had so it was very important to who grew up in Peel, Arkansas. I wanted
Thirty years ago, online classes were not remain humble and at the same time grow in to go home. Kent was not quite ready as
an option. I worked very hard to complete my competence to earn their respect. he was enjoying a busy vascular and trau-
school so I would have a career in time to ma surgery practice. Thank goodness he
support my family. A few years later, I became the house loved me more than California and agreed
nursing supervisor, and then went back to 2 to move to Mountain Home. He went into
I was horribly sick with nausea and vom- West to be the nurse leader. I went on to be- practice here, and I started as the custom-
iting from the minute I found out I was come the assistant vice president of medical er service coordinator at BRMC in 2005. I
pregnant until my sixth month. I went to surgical services. As the organization grew, helped the organization focus on service by
the emergency room a few times for IV hy- the director of nursing at the time, Margaret providing data and assistance to the leaders
dration. I would leave class to go vomit and Fielding, was looking for assistance to man- and staff. A couple of years later I took over
then run back so I didn’t miss anything. I de- age clinical operations. She needed more the float pool. The float pool covers differ-
livered my daughter, Melanie, on the Friday time to strategize and plan for the future of ent units when staff calls in sick, when there
night starting spring break and was back in nursing at BRMC. I stayed in that role for is a higher than usual patient volume, and
school one week later. I was so thankful that five years. I will always cherish the many when there is a vacancy.
I didn’t miss any school. Mel went to her leadership qualities I learned from Mar-
first babysitter when she was a week old. As garet. She was a pro at providing support In 2010-2011, my daughter, Melanie, be-
I look back, I have no idea how I did it except without removing accountability. came very ill and was hospitalized for a
for the support of my family and my faith. long time. She was diagnosed with a con-
My faith pushed me forward and has always Along this journey I had many personal genital disease that we didn’t realize she
been an unending source of strength for me joys and losses. Our second daughter, Bai- had until she became pregnant. This dis-
throughout my life. ley, was born in 1991, and was another joy
in my life. Jon and I divorced after eight “Go to college, get your education, and work
Jon and I married that summer, and he years of marriage. Over the years, he has hard for the things you love. Travel often and
moved to Little Rock to be with me. He always been a great father to our girls, and experience everything you can while you can.
worked a night position at a meat-packing as we have gotten older, we are both able to Always have a your independence and be
plant to support our family. I graduated look back at the blessings of our relation- self-secure. In the end, these are the things no
nursing school on my birthday and Moth- ship, Mel and Bai. one can take away from you as a woman. Oh,
er’s Day in May of 1989, and started at Ar- and don’t sweat the small stuff.”
kansas Children’s Hospital. I loved work- I remarried four years later and lost Rich- — Bailey Elizabeth Jenkins, 26. Marketing
ing there but was not a fan of Little Rock, so ard to cancer only 21 months after we were and Business, BA, and Shannon’s daughter.
our small family moved to Flippin in 1990, married. He battled cancer for most of our Works at Cross Mark in Rogers and does
and I started on the night shift at BRMC. marriage. This was my first real experience marketing for Sam’s club. She lives in Fay-
Within three months, I was moved to days with such deep grief. I didn’t know what etteville.
to start training as a relief charge nurse. I to do with the anger. I went back to work
worked with some of the smartest nurses. fairly quickly and was angry that everyone
I remember watching, listening, and learn- was moving on, business as usual. I knew
ing everything I could from them. I want- logically that the anger didn’t make sense,
ed to be as smart as they were. I wanted but I wanted life and everyone in it to stop.
to know why they were doing what they A social worker recommended grief sup-
were doing. I took every class I could and port and it was life saving for me. It was
learned from nurses, doctors, physical ther- a profound experience to sit in a room and
apists, respiratory therapists, social work- listen to people who were experiencing the
ers, case managers, and many other health- same feelings I was, and I no longer felt cra-
care teammates. zy. I think about Richard often and smile
knowing that we had a great marriage. We
I soon became a fulltime charge nurse, one did everything together, and I am so thank-
of my favorite positions. You certainly learn ful that I was able to care for him and love
a lot about people when you become their him during his battle. Today, I know he
leader. They can be a tough audience and would be very proud of his three children
they depend on you in many different ways: and grandchildren.
decision maker, referee, coach, mentor. I was
in charge of nurses who had been practicing Life went on, and I married Kent Nachti-
28 I MARVMAG.COM JUNE/JULY 2017 gal. We both wanted to start fresh. We

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This page, front row, from left: Michele Pierski,
Kalyn Hannaford, Crystal Brightwell, Barbara
Dyson, Lorie Davidson, Beverly Green,
Shannon Nachtigal, Kimberly Foxworthy, Kelly
Dicks, JoAnna Dean, Jeffrey Ott.
Back row from left: Anthony Reed, Dale White,
Susan Musgrove and Rachel Farris.
Not pictured: Janie Pugsley, Steve Sinor, Renee
King, Becky McCoy, and Tammy Penka.
Next page: Bailey, Kent, Melanie, Logan, and
Shannon.

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ease left her terribly weak throughout her on her own. She was eventually able to care ship team and board of directors.
pregnancy, unable to lift her arms above her for herself and Grady with the help of our My friends were right, I have seen a lot less
shoulders or swallow food without difficul- other miracle, the Gower family.
ty. After Grady was born, she became even of them over the past three years, but they
weaker and was eventually paralyzed. It I went back to work, but decided to step are still right beside me supporting me every
was devastating to watch her struggle to down from leadership and become a clin- step of the way. I cherish them and my fami-
breathe until she was eventually put on a ical educator so I could better manage my ly, and honestly don’t know what I would do
breathing machine. She was unable to eat personal life and care for my family. I went without them during life’s ups and downs.
and was given a feeding tube. She couldn’t back to school to work on my master’s de- My first grandson, Grady, was born in 2011.
hold or care for her baby. My niece, Aman- gree, which I completed in April 2016. I had My second grandson, Kenton, came exactly
da Still, would go to the nursery to feed no plans for future leadership positions, one year later in 2012, and Olivia was born in
Grady and love on him since he was not but I wanted to gain more knowledge about 2016. Grandchildren are certainly a gift, and I
allowed to come to the neuro-intensive care the nursing profession. am so thankful for mine.
unit to see his mom. At the time, I had no
idea what we were going to do, but I knew In August of 2014, while on vacation Three months into my new position as
I would do whatever it took to care for both with my friends and my niece, Amanda, I CNO, I declared Wednesday night “Grady
of them, even if I had to leave my career. got a call asking if I would consider taking Night.” He knows that is the night he
the interim chief nursing officer position spends with me, Gee-Gee. I try to make
When Grady could no longer stay at at BRMC. I was completely surprised. My sure that I leave work by 5 p.m. on Wednes-
Barnes-Jewish Hospital where Melanie was friends yelled in the background, “Don’t days. If something unavoidable comes up,
hospitalized, my younger brother, Shon, and do it, we’ll never see you again.” So many we switch nights or make it two nights the
his wife, Angela, took him home. They cared things inside me were telling me “No,” but next week. He doesn’t forget either. He
for him and took him to his first doctor’s ap- my heart was telling me “Yes.” My passion loves staying with his PaPa and Gee-Gee,
pointments so that I could stay by Melanie’s for my profession was calling me. I had a and I love to have him.
bedside. Eventually Mel got to come home, real desire to make a difference.
where my mother stayed and helped care for I have always said that my career has been
her. My mom had day shift and I had night Almost three years later, I hope I have done good to me. It has offered me great opportu-
shift. We made a good team! We happened just that, made a difference. I am fortunate nities and the means to support my family.
upon an experimental medication that be- to lead the best nursing staff. I work with Like my mom, I wasn’t at every practice and
came our miracle drug, and within days, the best nurse leaders. I collaborate with the was never able to be a home room mother;
Mel was able to start moving and breathing greatest ancillary leaders and staff. The phy- however, my girls are strong, independent
sicians are the best you will find anywhere. I women and I am so proud of them. I feel that
work with a very supportive senior leader- my contribution as the CNO is my thank

“I was raised by a single mom the first half of my can remember my mom told us, “Never rely on
life. I saw the determination she had to raise my someone to take care of you. Get an education
sister and me. She wasn’t one to ask for help, that will support your family.”
but with a push from my grandparents and her
kids, she would. My grandparents stepped in I hope to be half the mom to my son that my
to help when she worked 12-hour days as a mom was to us. I know she learned her work
floor nurse, sometimes missing out on school ethic from my grandma. My grandma raised
programs or extracurricular activities. Then, it four amazing and successful children. She too
was upsetting, but now it is so inspiring to know was a single working mom for many years. My
how much my mom gave up to raise us. You mom would not be the person she is without
don’t realize how strong a woman like my mom my grandma by her side cheering her on every
is until you become a woman yourself. I am not step of the way. We are a very close family.”
a single mom. My husband and I are able to
take off and enjoy our son’s sports, programs, — Melanie Kay Sheehan, 29. RN, BSN, and
rodeos, and other activities. Shannon’s daughter. Works at Kent P. Nachti-
gal, M.D. She is married to Logan Sheehan.
I have learned from my mom how to enjoy They have a son, Grady, 6, two dogs, one cat,
life but at the same time set goals. As long as I and two horses.

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long as people know that my intentions are
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Healthcare has become a financially tough
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the CNO, I am responsible for making sure
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passion for wanting others to succeed. M!

Marvelous! Woman
Profile

Shannon Nachtigal

Family: Husband, Kent Nachtigal. Children, Mel- Time spent with extended family: Our big fam- Twins, and Green Bay Packers. My husband was
anie (Logan) Sheehan, Bailey Jenkins, Ted (Ra- ily event has become celebrating each others’ born in Minneapolis, so he has always been a Min-
chael) Nachtigal, Alan (Blake) Nachtigal, Amy 50th birthday. My sister, Julie, turned 50 first and nesota Twins fan. I became a fan after watching
(David) Nachtigal, Emily Nachtigal. Grandchildren: we all went on a cruise. It was such a great trip. and going to games over the years. It was a great
Grady, Kenton, Olivia. My brother, Rich, was next, and the whole family surprise when my cousin, Neil Allen, became the
surprised him with a party in Little Rock. I’m next, pitching coach for the Twins a couple of years ago.
Pets: Dogs Rudy and Trixie. I am a dog LOVER! and I have no idea what’s in store, but I think Movies: Dirty Dancing, Beaches, An Officer and
planning is already underway. a Gentleman, City of Angels, Love Actually, and
Greatest accomplishments: All of our children Bridget Jones’s Diary.
are independent, college educated, and success- Wellness: I work out at 4:30 a.m. at the Knox TV shows: Friends, Modern Family, Downton
ful. Graduated nursing school in 1989 and passed Wellness Center. I have to fit it in somehow and Abbey, This is Us, Dr. Phil, Dateline, The Voice.
state boards, completed my BSN in 2011, and my that’s the only time I can make it work. Advice for younger women: Always be able to
MSN in 2016, my career. support yourself.
Bedtime ritual: I always take off my makeup, Favorite holiday: 4th of July
Interests: I love watching my grandson play cleanse and moisturize my face, and brush and What people might not know about me: I was
sports (except the rodeos, my nerves can’t take floss my teeth. born in Canada.
it), anything to do with water, lake, pool, river, Favorite travel destinations: Las Vegas and
ocean. I love country music, concerts, cookouts, Addictions: Diet Mountain Dew, Skittles, shoes,
and socializing with my friends. My BFFs, Wynne and food. I love all food except for fish. Nashville. M!
and Amber, are usually my sidekicks in whatever
activity we come up with for the weekend. Sports: I love going to major league baseball
games. I cheer for the Razorbacks, Minnesota
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Bella’s
Table

I t’s summertime…and that means outdoor grilling, picnics,
and bar-b-ques! I want to share some recipes for summer
entertaining with your families and friends. Wherever you live, I
hope you are taking advantage of the farmers’ markets and all the
wonderful produce.

BY ESTELLA TULLGREN

PHOTOGRAPHY BY DEB PETERSON

Shortbread Bars with Cream Cheese Filling remove from the oven and pour the filling over the crust, spreading it evenly
and Fresh Strawberries into the corners. Return the pan to the oven and bake for 16-19 minutes
until the filling is no longer jiggly in the center and the edges have begun to
Makes 12 squares set. Remove the pan from the oven and place on a wire rack to cool com-
pletely before frosting.
If you love a buttery shortbread cookie, you will love this dessert. It is
Prepare frosting: combine very soft butter, confectioners’ sugar, and al-
the perfect summer treat. I have used fresh blueberries or mango pieces mond extract in a bowl. While beating with electric mixer, slowly drizzle in
the cream. Add additional cream to reach desired glaze consistency. Evenly
instead of the strawberries—also very good. I know this recipe looks labor frost the cooled bars and let set for at least an hour before slicing so the
frosting can set up.
intensive, but it is really very easy and worth every bit of effort.
Before serving, sprinkle with strawberries—the berries can run and bleed
Crust: into the frosting, so if you are serving this for an important event, make sure
1/2 cup unsalted butter, very soft not to add the strawberries until just before serving. Bars will keep airtight at
1 cup all-purpose flour room temp for up to 5 days (without fruit added). You will love this dessert!
1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch Sesame Noodle Toss
1/4 teaspoon salt
6-8 servings
Filling: This recipe is one of my alltime favorites. It is so easy to prepare and you
4 ounces brick-style cream cheese, softened can eat it warm or chilled—great for outdoor entertaining. If you like
1 large egg dishes on the spicy side, add another drop or two of chili oil. You are going
1/4 cup sugar to love this dish.
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-2 teaspoons almond extract 12 ounces thin spaghetti noodles
1/4 cup soy sauce
Frosting: 1/4 cup canola oil
1/4 cup unsalted butter, very soft 3 tablespoons pure sesame oil
1 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar 2 tablespoons sugar
1-2 teaspoons almond extract 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons cream or milk 1/2 teaspoon hot chili oil
3/4 to 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced or sliced 4 cloves garlic, minced
6 green onions, thinly sliced
Preheat oven to 350. Line an 8 X 8 inch baking pan with aluminum foil
and spray with cooking spray. Set aside. Prepare the spaghetti noodles according to package directions. While
noodles are cooking combine soy sauce, canola oil, sesame oil, sugar, vin-
Make crust: in a large bowl, combine all crust ingredients and mix on low egar, chili oil and garlic in a small jar. Cover with lid and shake well.
using a handheld electric mixer. Cut the butter into the dry ingredients until
you have pea-sized lumps. Using a spatula, pack the crust batter into your Drain noodles and pour the sauce over the warm noodles and toss to
prepared pan so you have an even layer of crust. Bake for about 15 minutes
(don’t over bake as crust is going back into the oven). While the crust is coat well. Sprinkle with green onions. Toss and serve warm or chilled.
baking, prepare the filling.
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Prepare filling: combine all filling ingredients and beat with an electric
mixer until smooth and combined. After crust has baked for 15 minutes,

Rosemary Red Cocktail; Sesame Noodle Toss; Cold Roasted Veggies with
Herbed Yogurt Dep

Rosemary Red Cocktail fore. Chris and I enjoy having this recipe available because the veggies

Serves 1 go with anything: chicken, fish, or meat. It also makes a great appetizer.
Because I really like ruby red grapefruit juice, I knew I would love this
combination. It is a refreshing summer cocktail, and very easy to make by Experiment with your favorite vegetables—the dip pairs well with just
the pitcherful for summer entertaining by increasing all the ingredients
proportionally. The addition of the rosemary simple syrup adds great fla- about every veggie.
vor to this drink.
Yogurt Dip:
4 ounces ruby red grapefruit juice 2 cups plain Greek yogurt
2 ounces vodka 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint
1 ounce rosemary simple syrup (recipe below) 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
1 small slice fresh grapefruit, for garnish 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill
1 small sprig fresh rosemary, for garnish 2 cloves garlic, minced
Zest of 1 lemon and juice of 1/2 lemon
In a cocktail glass, combine grapefruit juice, vodka, and rosemary simple Kosher salt and pepper
syrup. Stir. Add ice to fill the glass and stir again. Garnish with rosemary
sprig and fresh grapefruit slice. Roasted Vegetables:
3 parsnips, peeled and cut into chunky stick wedges, 3-4 inches long
Rosemary Simple Syrup 5 carrots, peeled and cut into chunky stick wedges, 3-4 inches long
1 cup sugar 2 zucchini, cut into chunky stick wedges, 3-4 inches long
1 cup water 2 medium red onions, peeled and cut into quarters and separated
1 large sprig fresh rosemary (add more rosemary for a more pro- 1/2 cup olive oil
nounced rosemary flavor) Kosher salt and pepper

In a small saucepan, combine sugar, water, and rosemary. Cook over low First make the herbed yogurt dip: combine yogurt, mint, parsley, dill, gar-
heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Let cool for a couple of hours on the lic, lemon zest, and juice, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a
counter. Remove rosemary sprig. You may store in a sealed container for bowl and mix well. Add salt and pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate.
up to 1 month in the refrigerator.
Now roast the vegetables: preheat oven to 475. Using two baking sheets,
Cold Roasted Veggies with Herbed Yogurt Dip arrange parsnip and carrot wedges on one sheet in a single layer. Arrange
zucchini and onions on another sheet. Drizzle both with the olive oil and
Serves 6-8 sprinkle with salt and pepper.
This is a great recipe for outdoor dining and can be prepared the day be-
Roast the first sheet with parsnips and carrots for about 10 minutes until
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lightly browned but not soggy. Transfer roasted vegetables to a ziplock bag
and refrigerate.

Serve the roasted vegetables cold with the herbed yogurt dip. M!

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The Splendid Things Underwater

BY JOIA TRAVER, AGE 13

A rkansas is a beautiful place with many outdoor activities. with myself some days. I would think that it wasn’t a very big fish,
The lakes are a big attraction. During the summer, many but when I pull it out of the water, I’m in awe.
people rent wakeboards and tubes and head down to the lake.
They take the weekend off and have the time of their lives getting The thing I like most about spearfishing is being underwater and
whipped around on a tube. Some people like to show off their new sneaking along the bottom looking for fish. It is truly a silent and
sports boats and bake in the hot summer sun. magical world. The fish like to hang out where the water is cold
and you can’t see very far. One second you’re out in the middle of
What doesn’t get much attention is all the things that go on un- nowhere and the next you find yourself face to face with a huge
derwater. If you have ever seen a red flag on the edge of a boat with underwater tree, creating an ominous mood that reminds me of
a white diagonal line through it, then you have seen a dive flag. Vincent Van Gogh’s mysterious paintings. Chilling!
The majority of the people who scuba dive are spearfishing too.
They bring a shaft with a spear on the end of it to shoot a fish. Back in the boat on top of the water, we jump out of our scuba
gear and warm up fast meeting friends who are out on the lake in
I feel very fortunate to live in this area. Arkansas is one of the few their own boats. There is an enthusiastic aura to summer days on
places where we have just the right conditions to spearfish in fresh the lake, where some of my favorite memories have been made—
water. The water is splendid and is usually clear. like throwing watermelon to people lounging in the water.

Spearfishing is fun even though we don’t always see fish. It’s Spearfishing in the ocean can be entertaining, but the sharks sure
about getting out on the lake with friends and family. It’s about see- know how to get in the way. There are amazing fish in the sea, but
ing what’s down there. It’s about gazing up and suddenly seeing a sometimes it’s just too much because there are too many risks you
ski boat while I swim along with my spear gun. It’s about finding have to take. Don’t get me wrong, I still love the ocean, and all of
the elusive walleye. Or a pot of gold. Or just a random fishing lure. the water sports that come with it, but I am happy with the won-
drous things I have here on the lake.
On really successful days we might walk home with a 25-inch
fish! You can’t really tell how long the fish is underwater, but when The water is perfect for boating and spearfishing now, and I
you catch a big one, it’s usually a whopper. I have been impressed know I’ll be making new memories soon. I just know my cousins
and I are going to have a great time at the lake this summer. I want
to try to break my record and spear the biggest fish in the lake this
year! Because you know, “Any fin is possible!” M!

Above: Joia swimming with the sharks at Atlantis in the Bahamas.
Left: Joia with her dad, Patten Traver, and her biggest catch so far, a walleye
she speared on Lake Norfork.

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