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Show Wed/Thurs/Fri, September 4-6, 2019 B-7 The Park Record Bode Miller heads to Big Sky country after a traumatic year Retired Olympian is now the face of Montana resort MATT VOLZ Associated Press HELENA, Mont. — Retired U.S. downhill skier Bode Miller decided a change of scenery was needed after a tumultuous year in which he experienced the tragic death of his toddler daughter, the birth of a son and now the expected arrival of twin boys this fall. So the 41-year-old six-medal Olympic champion and his pregnant wife, Morgan, headed to the Montana mountains with four children in tow to settle into a new home at Big Sky Resort north of Yellowstone National Park. There, he plans to give his California-raised children a modernized taste of his childhood in northern New Hampshire, where he and his hippie parents lived in a home without running water or electricity. “After losing Emmie, we definitely reflected on how we were raising our kids,” Miller told The Associated Press in a recent interview. “We felt like there was enough missing from our experience and their upbringing in Southern California that we needed to look at other options.” Emeline Miller drowned in a backyard pool in June 2018 after she slipped out the back door of a neighbor’s house that the 19-month-old girl and her mother were visiting outside Los Angeles. Four months later, as Bode and Morgan Miller dealt with their grief, their son Easton was born and joined the family that already included another girl and two boys. Miller said he spent time after his daughter’s death questioning what he could have done differently, and then he sharpened his focus on his other children. Drawing from his childhood in Franconia, New Hampshire, he concluded they needed to move closer to nature and live in a small community to bond as a family and instill values like independence, self-reliance and grit. With the twins due in November, Miller decided the time was right. “When you get a true sense of the possible shortness of life — nobody knows what’s around the corner — it’s not something you want to put off,” Miller said. “It changed a bit our intensity of how we deal with our time and our family and our priorities.” Morgan Miller has said the family keeps Emeline with them by sharing memories and imagining having her with them, and that she wants to make sure their children are getting the best of their parents and out of life. “It’s a battle every day to get up out of bed,” she told NBC’s Today in August. “But to see them and see the joy through their eyes and to live vicariously through all of their daily experiences makes each day just a little bit easier.” The family plans to split their time throughout the year between their new home in Montana and their current home in Coto de Caza, an upscale Los Angeles suburb. In Montana, Bode Miller will have a new role as the face of the sprawling Big Sky Resort, in the shadow of the 11,166-foot Lone Peak about 25 miles north of Yellowstone. Communities scattered across the slopes include the Yellowstone Club, an exclusive resort for the ultra-rich. The Millers will live in nearby Spanish Peaks, another upscale development. Bode Miller will act as Big Sky’s brand ambassador, working on its ski programming, running camps and helping develop the booming ski area. He and Morgan, a former professional volleyball player, also plan to continue their campaign to educate parents about water safety for young children. “It was a horrible experience, losing a child,” Bode Miller said. “The loss was brutal, but we have an amazing family, and we have a unique ability to really live a spectacular life and move forward, and also to show each other and show the rest of the world what that healing process can look like.” Bode Miller is the most decorated male skier in U.S. history with 33 World Cup wins, two overall titles, four world championships and six Olympic medals. He built a reputation as a brash risk-taker who enthralled audiences that would tune in just to see whether he’d win or crash trying. His 19-year professional skiing career ended with a crash in the 2015 world championships in Beaver Creek, Colorado, that severed his hamstring tendon. He formally retired in 2017. Now, nearly four years after that race, his time on the slopes is spent mostly with his 11-yearold daughter, his 6-year-old son and his 4-year-old son, who is just learning how to ski. Bode Miller said he enjoys skiing as much as ever, but he harbors no thoughts of a comeback. “I’m pretty glad to have it behind me, honestly,” he said. “I feel like it was a great phase, but I’m definitely past it and don’t really have any desire to do it again or look back on it.” Bode Miller said he’ll always be involved in downhill skiing because he loves the sport and the people in it, but his long-term plans are unclear. He tried his hand at broadcasting during the 2018 Winter Olympics, but he was panned for his monotone delivery and had to apologize for suggesting that another skier’s decline may have been caused by her getting married. He’s not closing the door on broadcasting but acknowledged he’d have to do it more regularly to get better. “It can’t be once every four years for the Olympics,” he said. “That didn’t make sense to me. I don’t think I would ever really improve doing it that way.” Some of the petS at NuzzleS & Co. lookiNg for love These animals are available to be seen at the Nuzzles & Co. Adoption Center and Rescue Ranch. Our Adoption Center is open Monday through Friday from noon to 7 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. It is located in the Tanger Outlets in Kimball Junction. Our Rescue Ranch is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and closed Sunday. The Rescue Ranch is located at 6466 N. Highview Road in Peoa. Charlie Duggie Khaio Liesl This sweet senior Chihuahua is Charlie. He loves to go on walks and just hang out. Charlie does well around cats and other dogs. He prefers a home with children over the age of 5. He’s waiting to spend the rest of his golden years in his new forever home! Duggie is a 1-year-old cattle dog mix who loves to run and play. He’s very smart and needs an active owner to keep him engaged and happy. At the end of a fun and busy day, Duggie would be happy to curl up on the couch with his family for a snooze. Meet Khaio, a 1-year-old Border Collie! This handsome boy is looking for a great home where he can have his owners’ attention all to himself. He knows some basic obedience commands and is housetrained. Khaio needs a home with an active family with no small children that likes to have fun! Liesl is a friendly 4-year-old Pit Bull Terrier mix who is looking for an active home where she can let loose and just have fun. She is an energetic, happy girl who’s smart and loves to play. Liesl will need a confident owner who is willing to continue training with her. Kitty Carlisle Kitty Lincoln Sand Kitty Carlisle is a beautiful, 1-year-old Domestic Shorthair with a pretty black coat. This shy, gentle girl is looking for a peaceful home with a loving family that will make her feel safe and special. Once she feels comfortable around you, Kitty is an affectionate and sweet girl! Kitty is a 9-year-old Domestic Shorthair with a beautiful tortoiseshell coat. She can be shy at first, but with some TLC and time, she opens up and welcomes affection. Kitty would prefer to be the only pet in a peaceful and quiet forever home where she can relax and feel safe. Lincoln is a 2-year-old Domestic Shorthair with a shiny black coat. He is gentle and sweet and prefers a calm and comfortable environment. Once he gets to know you, Lincoln is very affectionate and loves to curl up on your lap for a good pet or chin scratch. Sand is a buff tabby Domestic Shorthair who is about 8 years old. She’s a shy girl, but with a little love and TLC, we know that she will open up and let her beautiful personality shine. She’s a gentle and quiet cat who is just looking for someone to love. WaNted: voluNteerS These Organizations are looking for volunteers. If you would like to include your group in this section, please email information to copyeditor@parkrecord.com. Please limit your entry to no more than 75 words Canines With a Cause Canines With a Cause is looking for volunteers interested in learning dog training and assessment skills. Volunteers will foster and train prospective service and companion dogs to be placed with veterans suffering with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). For more information please contact Cathy King at 435-640-9095. The Christian Center of Park City The Christian Center of Park City is looking for volunteers to help in our food pantry, boutique and thrift store. Be a part of a dynamic team that is dedicated to meeting the needs of the underserved in our community. Shifts available include mornings and afternoons, Mondays through Saturdays. Contact jessica@ccofpc.org or visit www.ccofpc.org. EATS Park City EATS Park City is dedicated to working with the school district and community to improve the school-lunch program using education as the foundation for change. School volunteers are needed to help with programs like lunchtime taste tests, cooking classes, and community events. Give an hour a week or a few hours a month to support interesting and fun ways to increase Park City children’s healthy habits. Contact eatspc@gmail.com to get involved. Girl Scouts Be the Girl Scout volunteer she’ll always remember. As a volunteer with a Girl Scout troop, you’ll introduce girls to new experiences that make every day feel like the best day ever. At every turn you’ll be their cheerleader, guide and mentor, helping them develop the skills and confidence that will last long after the meetings are over. For more information, visit http://www.gsutah.org/en/ volunteer-role-model.html or call Heather Smith at 801-716-5109. Guide Dogs for the Blind Guide Dogs for the Blind needs puppy raisers and sitters. Volunteers provide a nurturing, well-rounded, social environment for puppies 8 weeks old to 15 months. Guide Dogs for the Blind supports raisers and sitters with organized weekly training and socialization meetings. Basic equipment and complete veterinary care is provided for the puppies while with their raisers. Meetings are Mondays at 7 p.m. in the Park City/Heber areas. Contact Stefanie at 435-657-0760 for meeting location or questions; Facebook/ SummitGuideDogs, or www.guidedogs.com. Habitat for Humanity of Summit and Wasatch Counties Habitat for Humanity invites you build sustainable, healthy and affordable housing as a ReStore volunteer. Do you love to tinker and fix things? Find treasures? Are you looking for a regular volunteer opportunity that is fun and makes a lasting difference for local families? Immediate opportunities include cashier, merchandising, and customer ambassador roles. For more information call 435658-1400 or visit habitat-utah.org. For a full list of volunteer opportunities, visit parkrecord.com/volunteers #1 Title Company 2018 Th e Park Record. 2019 Committed To NARI TROTTER STEFANIE BOWEN (435) 649-8322 theteam@parkcitytitle.com 1670 Bonanza Drive • Park Record Building |