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A recent visit back to Chicago proved to be enlightening. In making homemade pierogi with my Polish mother and my 86-year-old aunt, I have decided that the secret to life can be found in kneading dough. Really. (I may write “If You Knead Dough, The Money Will Follow” at some point, but let’s not get sidetracked.)

In any case, few things trump slowing down and actually having conversations—face to face—with family members. So, while I had my Polish hands in the mixing bowl of flour, butter milk, vegetable oil and water, I asked my mother: “Don’t you measure your ingredients?” She looked at me and shrugged. “No. I go by how it feels!” To which I thought: “How very Zen of her!” (And Chicagoans think they’re all about planning!) That said, my clan and I may have more similarities than differences.

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It’s good to be 39! This week Good Times officially steps deeper into middle-age as it celebrates its 38th birthday. Founded by Jay Shore back in 1975,  GT, like hair styles over the years, has boasted many looks, but it always has the community’s best interest at heart, shining the spotlight on the most interesting news that the area and its locals have to offer.

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It’s a full week here at Good Times as we unveil our annual GT Active publication, which spotlights some of the best the area has to offer in the realm of fitness, health and the great outdoors. You can find the publication at many spots where GT is already available. But take note: Some of the highlights in this year’s issue shed new light on a number of captivating topics—from the popular CrossFit regime, spinal network analysis and eating disorders to cycling, skydiving and helicopter tours. You may also be intrigued with the special centerfold poster from Santa Cruz Waves, which features the top pictures of the year from the popular, local online portal. Enjoy.