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April 11, 2013

The Edge [Edgewater]

How I know my sense of smell is as good as its ever been

According to The Mayo Clinic’s website, our olfactory function declines as we age. The site further states that not only do we lose our sense of smell, we lose our ability to discriminate between smells. It’s called olfactory impairment.

A love that ticks

Maria (Riet) and Pier (Piet) Van der Mey are living proof that time, place, and different continents don’t get in the way of two people in love. More than 50 years after they first met, they live happily together in their Edgewater home after a lifetime shared and the blessings of a son, twin daughters, and grandchildren.

Who cares what the survey says when a slew of sales abound?

A recent survey conducted by the national polling organization PWCSS, which is an acronym for Persons Who Conduct Such Surveys, found that women living in Active Adult Communities throughout the United States do not need any new clothing.

An eclectic lunch date at breakfast favorite Benedict’s

Judi, my good friend and neighbor, and Glynn, my new friend and neighbor, joined me for a lunch date at Benedict’s Eggs and More, 8 S. River Street, just across the river in East Dundee off Route 72.

Police team with local specialists to keep seniors safe

When there’s something strange in your neighborhood, email inboxes, or answering machine, Cherie Aschenbrenner wants you to call her.

Al’s Cafe brings a worldly spin to the old malt shop style

Our good friends, Rich and Sharon, joined us for dinner last Saturday at an old standby in Elgin, Al’s CafĂ© and Creamery, at 42 Du Page Court. Fortunately, we arrived before the rush, as we had no reservations.

The agony and the ecstasy

No, I’m not referring to the 1965 movie starring Charlton Heston. That movie dramatically recounts the life of Michelangelo and, of course, his challenges while painting the Sistine Chapel. As I understand it, the entire project ceiling to floor took about four years.

It’s all fun and games on Tuesdays at Edgewater

EDGEWATER — Snow is falling steadily outside, and the wind is picking up. But inside Creekside Lodge, the fireplace glows warmly as residents gather around card tables for an afternoon of fun and games.

A new year can bring new beginnings and second chances

Well-behaved women rarely make history.” That certainly sums up my personal philosophy. I am going out on a limb to talk about the preponderance of second marriages and second relationships in Active Adult Communities and the larger world as well.

Little Panda’s great value puts it above other local Chinese spots

With Chinese New Year right around the corner, Roland and I decided on some Chinese food at Little Panda, 267 S. Randall Rd., in Elgin. I had heard some very favorable comments about this place. We were already on the road and decided to stop and order our food and eat right at the restaurant.

Our Place recalls childhood Wisconsin vacations

Since I have been writing this column, several friends have suggested nearby restaurants for review. One of those places is Our Place Restaurant at 889 N. La Fox Street, in South Elgin. This old establishment has a whole lot of character.

Complications caused by couples’ car consolidation

There comes a time in the lives of many living in Active Adult communities when the husband approaches his wife with the following observation:

The Creekside Cookers get a little cheesy

If Edgewater is mad over manchego and brie parties are all the rage over the next few weeks, it is all because of Creekside Cookers.

Greetings from Edgewater’s Travel Club

When it’s time to put on their traveling shoes, Edgewater residents don’t have to search very far to find adventure and entertainment, both locally and beyond.

Find your way over to Foxtrail for great breakfast specials

As I left the doctor’s office early this morning, I suggested that Roland and I get some breakfast. He immediately thought of a place that he had seen in his travels up and down Route 31, in South Elgin. We arrived at the Foxtrail Restaurant, 800 North La Fox Street, at the front end of a strip mall, across from the Fox River.

How I learned to stop worrying and love the game of bingo

Moving into an active adult community requires a major adjustment. And I’m not referring to a chiropractic adjustment but an adjustment of one’s attitude.

Months of planning goes into making Holiday Magic

In six years, Holiday Magic has established itself as not only the largest holiday event in Edgewater, but the largest event the community hosts all year. This year’s edition, held Dec. 9 at the Seville in Streamwood, drew about 300 residents to a brunch and dessert served both to tables and buffet-style.

Cafe Roma goes well beyond the typical Italian restaurant

My mother-in-law, Mimi, was visiting us for the holidays, and she had a taste for an Italian meal prepared the Italian way. She was born and raised in Italy, travels to visit yearly, and knows her Italian dishes. So Roland and I took her to CafĂ© Roma, a true “hidden gem” at the end of Point Boulevard in Elgin, behind and to the right of Country Inn Suites.

Paint Drops’ artists color their world with joy

Take one step into the craft room at Creekside Lodge, and you’ll feel like singing “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas!” That’s because the artistic folks of Paint Drops are busy creating festive masterpieces that are sure to brighten anyone’s holiday season.

The irresistible call of our inner interior decorators

Sometimes women just have to rearrange the furniture. It’s part of our DNA. For me, this can only be accomplished when my husband is going fishing for a weekend.

Golden Diners works to ensure seniors stay fed

Above ground, The Hemmens Cultural Center delivers its main commodity: entertainment. Hundreds of performers take the stage every year to amuse, excite, and awe guests. But deeper down, well below the stage and seats, a much more basic need is being provided.

Porter’s provides a cure to the Octoberfest itch

With November just a few days ahead of me, I realized that I had not had an Octoberfest beer for the season. With that in mind, I suggested to my husband that we get in on some good brew at Porter’s Pub, 1250 Bowes Creek Boulevard, in Elgin.

Yoga From the Heart inspires inner peace and friendship

The lights in the room are dimmed, and conversation ceases as soft, relaxing music begins to play. The students of Yoga From The Heart instructor Nancy May settle on their exercise mats, center their thoughts, and adopt an attitude of serenity as they enact a transformative practice that originated some 5,000 years ago.

When a husband retires: a survival guide

It started off as any normal day. I kissed my husband goodbye as he headed off to his office, and I returned to the kitchen to have coffee and read the paper. I remember thinking of what a nice weekend we’d had. Saturday and Sunday spent together was the perfect mix of alone and couple time. Today I had the entire day to do exactly as I pleased starting with cranking up the stereo (yes, we still have one) really loud with music he doesn’t like.

Kane County Board candidate Robert Getz talks Edgewater issues

Perhaps the only field Kane County Board candidate and Edgewater resident Robert “Ragman” Getz is not versed in is partisan politics.

Established Elgin diner perfects classic comfort food dishes

Welcome to the new restaurant review column “Eating around the Edge.” I’ve lived in Edgewater for five years with my husband, Roland. Together we like to explore restaurants in and around the area. He calls it “his turn to cook.”