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18 Faith & Tolerance
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Where do we find guidance for tolerance? Can we really have a tolerant world? Does faith have the answers? We asked three religious leaders for their thoughts.
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Garden Variety
I Want Candy
Kissing under the mistletoe became popular in the U.S. in the 19th century. Couples would kiss and take a berry from the sprig. When the berries were gone, so was the sprig’s kissing power.
Pub People Greg Girard, Amanda Jakl
This holiday season doesn’t have to be all about the cookies, cakes and pies. Try whipping up a few candies along the way and give them as a gift.
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Storysmith Greg Girard greg@sandandpinemag.com Creative Conjuror Amanda Jakl amanda@sandandpinemag.com
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Word Geek Rachel Dorrell Ad Peddler Marissa Cruz marissa@sandandpinemag.com
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Quicksand 6 Reindeer Fun Run 10 Good Reads 16 Holiday Gift Guide 30 Beer Matters 40 Humans of Moore 42
36 At the Table
Pomegranates—that strange, colorful fruit—were known in Ancient Greece as “the fruit of the dead,” grown from the blood of Adonis. Mmm.
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Green Clean
The days of using chemicals to make your house and home clean are long gone. Our DIY expert shares some natural, and safer, products that will make your home shine.
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editor note by Greg Girard
“If man is to survive, he will have learned to take
a delight in the essential differences between men and between cultures. He will learn that differences in ideas and attitudes are a delight, part of life’s exciting variety, not something to fear.” OK, so Gene Roddenberry, creator of Star Trek, may not be your first thought when it comes to a quote about tolerance, but bear with me. Here’s another one from Roddenberry: “Star Trek was an attempt to say that humanity will reach a maturity and wisdom on the day that it begins not just to tolerate, but take a special delight in differences in ideas and differences in life forms .... If we cannot learn to actually enjoy those small differences, to take a positive delight in those small differences between our own kind, here on this planet, then we do not deserve to go out into space and meet the diversity that is almost certainly out there.” Through science fiction, Roddenberry sought to address much of the intolerance he saw in the world in the 1960s. He addressed many of the day’s controversial topics—and skirted and
sidestepped television censors—by having them take place on other worlds. He introduced a pointy-eared alien as Captain Kirk’s secondin-command (he wanted a woman for the role, but was denied by the network). He introduced television’s first black woman in a professional role with Lieutenant Uhura. He introduced the first biracial kiss on television between Lt. Uhura and Captain Kirk. He also introduced a Japanese-American and a Russian into the show just a generation after World War II and during the Cold War. Star Trek episodes addressed everything from environmental concerns and bigotry to social inequality and religious intolerance. How would Roddenberry see our society today? Would a new season of Star Trek be addressing the same issues as he did in the ’60s? Have we changed for the better or for the worse? I contacted the religious leaders for our Faith and Tolerance story just a few days before the shooting at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh. Before the shooting at the yoga studio in Florida. Before Election Day. It’s all too clear we haven’t reached Roddenberry’s day of delighting in our differences. Then I read the words that Imam AbuTaleb, Rabbi Brickman and Reverend Hage wrote. Just maybe there still is hope. www.SandandPineMag.com | 5
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Trains 6 — The number of the major chord (the G-major 6th,
to be exact) played by most commuter or passenger train horns; the sound is less threatening than the sharp sound of the major 7th chord used on freight trains.
17K — The distance in kilometers of the longest
train ride in the world, which stretches all the way from Portugal to Vietnam solely by train.
1830 — The year Peter Cooper made the first train
powered by a steam engine—which he called the “Tom Thumb,”—instead of horse-drawn carts. The train reached a top speed of 18 mph on its inaugural 13-mile journey. The train even raced a group of horse-drawn buggies on the return leg, and won.
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50 — The speed, in miles per hour, that early train
travelers in the U.S. believed was too dangerous for women because their “uteruses would fly out of [their] bodies if they were accelerated to that speed.” Huh?
374 — The top speed, in miles per hour, of the world’s fastest train, the Japanese Railways’ latest mag-lev bullet train. The mag-lev is a transportation system in which trains glide above a track, supported by magnetic repulsion and propelled by a linear motor.
760 — The speed in miles per hour that the
Hyperloop can reach (trains average 150 mph and airplanes average 500 mph). Hyperloop is a mode of transportation that eliminates friction and air resistence using enclosed, vacuumed tubes to propel pods by using a magnetic field. There are several companies working on Hyperloop technology, including SpaceX and Tesla’s Elon Musk and Virgin’s Richard Branson. A 383-mile trip from Los Angeles to San Francisco would take just 34 minutes.
10 — The number of miles of train track laid by
Chinese and Irish laborers on the Central Pacific Railway in one day, in 1869. This record still hasn’t been beaten!
LOOK, LEARN & LISTEN
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Untappd If you consider yourself a brew fanatic, Untappd is an app that combines your passion and friends into a beer world social media. Untappd lets you keep track of every new brew you try and places it on a map to show you where each delightful drink was had. You can rate different beers you try and even send a virtual “clink of the glass” to friends when they post a picture of their selection. Cheers!
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A Cup of Jo Run by Joanna Goddard, Cup of Jo focuses on daily life and everything from parenting to life tips to advice. Goddard began her blog in 2007 as a hobby and eventually quit her job to pursue her passion. She has since ended up on Forbes list of Top 10 Lifestyle Blogs for Women. cupofjo.com The Habitat Space is fascinating to most people because it is the unknown. The Habitat details the expedition of six scientists who went to “Mars” in 2015. While they didn’t actually get boots on the red planet, in order to understand what it would be like to live on Mars, they lived in a simulated dome on the floor of Hawaii’s Mauna Loa volcano for eight months. Listen to real audio bites from their experiment and the story of their eight months through interpersonal stories.
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Road trip! Beyond the boundaries of our little sandbox, there is much to see. Here are a few events worth checking out. For events with a more local flavor, check out moorechoices.net.
Candlelight Christmas Evenings Asheville biltmore.com WHY: If you live in North Carolina for any length of time, you must experience Christmas at the Biltmore at least once. Sure, it’s pricey, but splurge this year on the Evening program and you’ll get a wine tastings, a selfguided tour and live music to get you in the holiday spirit. DEC. 1–31
Cut Your Own Christmas Tree Around the State ncchristmastrees.com WHY: If you’ve always wanted to strap a tree to the roof of your car, a la Christmas Vacation, check out this website and find the tree farm closest (or farthest) from you, and get chopping ... or sawing. NOW THROUGH DEC. 31
Speedway Christmas Charlotte charlottemotorspeedway.com WHY: A 3.75 mile loop with more than three million lights along with a 50-foot Ferris wheel, Bethlehem Village, photos with Santa and fire pits for s’more making!
The two most powerful warriors are patience and time. - Leo Tolstoy
Santa knows physics: Of all colors, red light penetrates fog best. That’s why Benny the Blue-nosed reindeer never got the gig.
The one thing women don’t want to find in their stockings on Christmas morning is their husband.
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Quicksand The Twelve Ways of Fitness By Brittany Hampton, owner of Stroller Strong Moms
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Find a friend to keep you accountable. Everyone is feeling the heat during this busy season, but it’s much easier to stick to your healthy habits by having someone who is in it with you. Whether that’s a friend you share healthy recipes with for holiday gatherings, or someone you meet weekly to get that run in on those cold mornings, social support will keep you motivated.
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Remember that moderation really is everything. It’s impossible to go to a holiday party and not drink a glass of eggnog or indulge in those festive sugar cookies, but three glasses and four cookies later and you’ll convince yourself the entire month is shot and doughnuts for breakfast the next day is OK. If you follow the mindset that a little goes a long way, you’ll be having your cake (just a small piece) and eating it, too.
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If moderation isn’t in your vocabulary, consider just saying no. When you think of this most wonderful time of the year, does some special treat come to mind? If so, make exceptions just for that, but if you could take or leave the bread pudding, just leave it and wait for your something special to come along.
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Savor the goodies. Are you at a party walking around grabbing bites here and there while talking to friends? If so, you’re not able to really enjoy the treats, and you’ll probably eat more than you planned. Find a place and a moment to sit down and truly taste and relish in your favorite delicacies.
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Drink water. And lots of it. When you’re busy it’s easy to forget to stay hydrated, but the more water you drink, the clearer your mind, the fuller your belly and the happier you’ll be. Aim for half your body weight in ounces.
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If you’re into outdoor fitness, invest in some gloves and a hat. Keeping up with outdoor runs in brutal temperatures is challenging, but you’ll be more apt to get out there if you are dressed appropriately. You’ll warm up fast and you may even run faster to beat the cold.
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Start your day with a healthy breakfast. By starting on the right foot in the mornings, you’re less likely to convince yourself that your day has already been ruined allowing yourself to let the whole day go in to the abyss. Oatmeal with peanut butter and bananas or Greek yogurt with berries are two great, simple options.
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Throw those resolutions out the window. By holding on to that notion that everything will get better in January, you’re creating the mindset that you can do whatever you want before then. Even if you do get back in the saddle in the New Year, it’s harder to bounce back than if you just choose to make every day a healthy choice with some holiday hiccups along the way.
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Now may not be the best time to start an exercise routine. If you’re exceptionally busy and can’t fathom adding one more thing to your plate, there are alternatives to getting your heart racing this time of year. Take the stairs instead of the elevator, park as far away as you can when holiday shopping, do planks or situps when watching the Grinch. Just keep moving.
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Don’t make excuses. Figure out what is stopping you from meeting your goals and find your solution.
Eat your fruits and veggies. Of course, this is grade-school level nutrition, but if you’re getting your fill of the good stuff, you may be eating less of the bad stuff, and getting the proper vitamins throughout this flu season will keep you healthier. Keep apples and clementines in your car for a quick snack while on the go.
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Take the time to soak up this chaos. Sometimes you just need to remember to breathe and focus on what’s important and the people you love, including yourself. If that means taking time for a meditating yoga class, or taking a long walk to appreciate the holiday lights, find the time. This season goes by so fast and your mental health is important.
DEC. 1 REINDEER FUN RUN Pinehurst 12K, 5K, Kid's Egg Nog Jog
JAN. 19 WEYMOUTH WOODS 100K Southern Pines 100K
DEC. 15 UGLY SWEATER BEER MILE Railhouse Brewery, Aberdeen 1M
FEB. 3 MARDI GRAS MILES Southern Pines 5K, 1 mile fun run
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7:15 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. Registration & Packet pick-up* 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. McDonald’s Kids Zone & After Party 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. 12ks of Christmas Run 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. 5k Reindeer Fun Run/Walk 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Costume Judging 10:30 a.m. Kids Egg Nog Jog (3 Heats, varying distance) 11:00 a.m.(ish) Awards Presentation @ Caboose Near Finish Line
*Registration & early packet pick-up starts Friday, Nov. 30, from 12 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Page Memorial Fellowship Hall, 104 S. Poplar St.
12k Race Info --
Starts at 9:00 a.m.
Presented by Trident Marketing This addition to the Reindeer Fun Run is USATF certified and takes runners through beautiful downtown and Bethesda neighborhoods of Aberdeen. With long, sloping curves and few sharp corners, this course separates from the 5k after the first mile and tours Bethesda before returning to the 5k at mile 5 to take advantage of the long, final downhill run into downtown and food, music and fun at the After Party!
5k Race Info --
Starts at 9:30 a.m.
Presented by Trident Marketing The Reindeer Fun Run USATF certified course takes you through the historic business district, as well as the downtown and Bethesda neighborhoods of Aberdeen. This route provides a beautiful tour of Aberdeen and finishes on a long, downhill slope to the awaiting After Party, including the Kids Zone, music, bands and more fun, fun, fun!
Egg nog Jog Race Info -- Starts at 10:30 a.m. Presented by McDonald’s The McDonald’s Egg Nog Jog is for kids 9 years old and younger. The course is an out and back on Poplar so parents can be at both the start and finish. Of course, parents are welcome to run with kids for FREE! Also, the McDonald’s Kids Zone has tons for kids to do: face painting, magic, games, food, fun and Santa! This event is open to the entire community, so come on out! 10 | SAND& PINE MAGAZINE December 2018/January 2019
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Prizes/Awards for best costumes and fastest times (overall and by gender). -5k/12k Ages: 1-10, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ -Egg Nog Jog Ages and by gender: 1-5, 6-7, 8-9 Race award ceremony to be at the Caboose shortly after the completion of the Egg Nog Jog.
1. Runners 2. Runners with strollers or pets—and please clean up after your pet 3. Walkers (no walkers allowed in the 12k)—please stay to the right and leave room for faster runners to pass on the left
Weather policy
We follow the same policy as Santa … rain, snow or shine!
After Party & McDonald's Kids Zone -Bouncy house -40' bouncy obstacle course -Inflatable slide -Balloon Man Mike -Face painting -Mobile Access Game Theater -Crafts in the Art Arkt
-Happy Dan the Magician -Santa & Mrs. Claus -Minions characters -Fire safety trailer & fire truck -Costume Contest (best group, individual, pet)
Water Stations
5k @ mile 1 & 2 12k @ mile 1, 2, 3.5 & 6.25
Special thanks to the Town of Aberdeen!
All free, thanks to locally owned McDonald’s!
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The Cause
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In every community, boys and girls are left to find their own recreation and companionship on the streets. An increasing number of children are at home with no adult care or supervision. Young people need to know that someone cares about them. Boys & Girls Clubs offer that and more. Club programs and services promote and enhance the development of boys and girls by instilling a sense of competence, usefulness, belonging and influence. Boys & Girls Clubs are a safe place to learn and grow—all while having fun. They are truly The Positive Place for Kids.
281 kids per day – So. Pines 113 kids per day – Aberdeen 37 kids per day - Trinity 50,000 meals per year
Membership 1,025 registered members 75 percent of families earn under $20k $35/year membership fee
From games and athletics to drug prevention workshops, Boys & Girls Clubs of the Sandhills offers young people a range of fun and productive activities. Clubs are open each day after school from 2:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., the window research has shown children to be most vulnerable to gangs, violence and other risky behaviors. In the summer, Clubs and special summer-only sites open their doors all day to young people with nowhere else to go. A trained, caring staff implements proven youth development strategies and creates a stable, supportive environment for children and teens ages six to 18. Specially designed programs concentrate on developing job readiness, study skills, leadership, self-esteem, good health and social responsibility among Boys & Girls Club members.
The Reindeer Fun Run is part of TeamGreen Charities, and is proud to donate 100 percent of net proceeds to the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Sandhills. To date, the Reindeer Fun Run has raised $307, 595 for the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Sandhills and is the Club’s single largest fundraiser. www.SandandPineMag.com | 13
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Town of Aberdeen Aberdeen Police Department Aberdeen Fire & Rescue
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Earn Your Antlers Training Partner FirstHealth Fitness
Frosty the Snowman Marlboro Chesterfield
Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer Aberdeen Exterminating Atex Technologies Burney Hardware Clean Juice Dick’s Sporting Goods Dogwood Family Dental Kim Stout, Keller Williams Realty Panera Bread Sandhills Community College The Sly Fox Southern Pines Brewing Company Veterans Guardian
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Registration, Packet Pick-up Manager: Marie Lewis Aberdeen Liaison & Volunteer Manager: Mary Edmondson Kids Zone Managers: Dana Barnes, Lynn Melton Setup Manager: Kim Whitaker Retail Sales: Sherry Willis Blitzen Bash Coordinator: Kate Petsolt
Race Management 5k/12k Race Director: Brian Povish Finish Line Manager: Katherine Schirmer Water Station Coordinator: Melissa Hamilton Awards Ceremony Coordinator: Natalie Whaley Egg Nog Jog Race Director: Tania Rodriguez
Sponsor Management Sponsor Coordinator (and task master): Sherry Willis Sponsor Promotion: Michael Lamardo
Town of Aberdeen Aberdeen Police: Deputy Chief Todd Weaver Aberdeen Fire & Rescue: Deputy Chief Jeremiah Johnson Aberdeen Town Planner: Justin Westbrook
And SOOOOOOO many more awesome people!
Media & Promotion Sand & Pine Magazine: Amanda Jakl, Greg Girard Registration & Website: David Petsolt
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Good Reads by Darcy Connor
Preschool/Toddler The Gruffalo
Picture Book Snowmen at Night
Written by Julia Donaldson
Written by Caralyn Buehner
Illustrated by Axel Scheffler
Illustrated by Mark Buehner
“A mouse took a stroll through the deep dark wood. A fox saw the mouse and the mouse looked good.” This is just one of the encounters the mouse has with an animal who wants to eat him. How does he defend himself? He uses his imagination to create the Gruffalo, a monster scarier than any of his predators. But will it work?
Have you ever built a snowman and the next day he looks very different? His nose may have fallen off. His grin may now be a frown. His hat may be a bit askew. Snowmen at Night has the answers, showing us the secret and exciting lives of snowmen after we’ve all gone to bed.
Upper Elementary School Keeper of the Lost Cities By Shannon Messenger
Twelve-year-old heroine Sophie is a little bit different. She’s telepathic, for one, and she’s skipped multiple grades, which makes it hard for her to connect with the older kids in her class. She just never feels like she fits in, even with her family. When she meets a mysterious boy named Fitz, who also has telepathic powers, she begins to realize nothing is as it seems. Thus begins a quest to discover who she really is and why she’s been hidden among humans for her whole life. There are seven books to this best-selling series (Book 7 was released in November) and, as my daughter will attest, it’s well worth the time.
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Serving the sandhills since 2000 Middle School Harbor Me By Jacqueline Woodson
Highlighting America’s social ills through the lives of six kids, Harbor Me is a story about community, friendship and compassion. During a weekly meeting at school with no adults to hear them, the kids begin to open up and share their stories, from Amari’s racial profiling fears to Haley’s father’s incarceration. And as they share, they begin to trust, to support and to grow together. The relevance and timing of the story is clear, and it should be a must-read for middle schoolers and adults alike.
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How does your faith practice tolerance?
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slam calls upon its believers to model mercy and compassion and uphold the values of justice in all affairs. Our holy texts contain many criticisms of racism, bigotry and the divisions that breed intolerance. In fact, the Constitution of Medina, a historic social contract between the first Muslim community and other ethnic and religious minorities living with them, modeled a message of unity, tolerance and mutual protection that continues to be studied and revered by Muslims and academics to this day. The Islamic texts also emphasize the inherent dignity and sanctity of human life, and the rights and respect that each person is owed regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender or religion. Islam also urges people to be tolerant in their daily affairs, large and small. Prophet Muhammad said, “God have mercy on a tolerant person: gentle when he sells, when he buys and when he requests his money back.” He not only modeled tolerance in the affairs of state and government, but also in many personal interactions and transactions throughout his life, even with those who opposed him or literally tried to harm him. When people cling to these values in matters public and private, large and small, then we affirm there is no place in our communities for the hate, bigotry and violence that has shaken so many in our times. - Imam Mohamed AbuTaleb
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hen we decided on faith and tolerance for this year's “Faith and ...” series, I reached out to Rabbi Brickman, Imam AbuTaleb and Reverend Hage just before the shooting and murder of 11 Jewish worshipers at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh. Rabbi Brickman was the first to respond to me with his answers. Before answering the questions, he noted to me how much more relevant the questions were following the tragedy at the Tree of Life and how within just a few days he saw the “heinous act of violence demonstrate the inevitable result of intolerance” and, on the other hand, “the outpouring of support for the Jewish community.” He finished with this: “The antidote to intolerance is education and information. The more we know about our neighbors who are different than we are, the more tolerant we will be. The more we can learn about one another and the more comfortable we are with people who are different than us, the more our communities will be places in which all people can live in harmony.”
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Rabbi Ken Brickman Sandhills Jewish Congregation – Beth Shalom sandhillsjewish congregation.com
Imam Mohamed AbuTaleb Islamic Association of Raleigh raleighmasjid.org
Reverend John Hage Browson Memorial Presbyterian Church brownsonchurch.org
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he Jewish faith’s practice of tolerance began with the well-known verse from the Book of Leviticus, “Love your neighbor as yourself.” There is a story about Hillel, a leader of the Jewish community during the First Century B.C.E., who was asked by someone to teach him the entire Torah (Hebrew Scripture) while standing on one foot. Hillel responded, “Love your neighbor as yourself. Everything else is commentary.” On another occasion, Hillel was quoting as saying, “Do not judge your fellow man until you reach his place.” In these two statements, Hillel established tolerance as the basis of Jewish belief, and many of our practices have grown out of that belief. Especially in the Reform Movement, the denomination with which my congregation and I are affiliated, there has always been an emphasis on improving relations among people of different faiths by learning about each other and by working together toward common goals that improve the lives of people in our community. In this way we learn what we have in common and focus on our similarities rather than our differences. - Rabbi Ken Brickman
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s a Christian, our call goes well beyond just tolerance. As a Christian, our call is to practice love. Christ calls us to love our God and love our neighbor as ourselves. We are called to love our neighbor regardless of creed, color or class. - Reverend John Hage
How do faith and tolerance coexist?
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aith and tolerance coexist because when practiced properly, they find their root in love. Especially love of the “other.” From the story of the Good Samaritan, Jesus encourages us to find life by loving our neighbor who is “other.” In that parable, we are called to love those who are radically different economically, politically and religiously. Christ embodied this self-giving love and He tells us that we will “see” Him often where we least expect it. We will see Him in the stranger, the prisoner, the sick and the poor. - Reverend John Hage
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aith and tolerance coexist when people of different faith traditions respect each other’s beliefs and agree to disagree in those areas where there are differences. Often during my career as a Rabbi, I have studied with clergy of different faiths, including Christians of all denominations and Muslims. We always had one ground rule in our studies. We acknowledged from the start that there were bound to be areas of difference among us, but we would always be respectful of each other. Each time we studied together, I found it remarkable that we had so much in common. I felt that acknowledging our differences and putting them aside enabled us to dig deeper into our faith traditions and find those areas of shared concerns. Too often throughout Jewish history, Jews were the victims of intolerance. We were often forced to convert or killed for
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no reason other than our faith. Throughout the ages, Jews have been the victims of the forces of intolerance from the Crusades and the Inquisition to the Holocaust and most recently in Pittsburgh where 11 Jews were slaughtered as they worshipped in Tree of Life Synagogue for no other reason than their being Jews. While I do believe that faith and tolerance can exist, sadly faith has often been the root of much of the intolerance in the world leading to tragedy not only for Jews but for people of other faiths as well.
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ot only should faith and tolerance coexist, one should strive that faith enhance and strengthen the tolerance of others. The Quran clearly states, “There shall be no compulsion in acceptance of the religion—the right course has become clear from the wrong.” For Muslims, freedom of religion is not only an American constitutional value—it is also a religious teaching. The Prophet Muhammad described tolerance as a defining feature of religion, stating, “The most beloved religion to God is the tolerant worshipper of the one God alone.” Sadly, many have misused religion across history as a means of waging war and persecuting minorities. This has existed and continues to exist among purported followers of each and every religion to this day. Yet, it is incredibly misleading to imagine religion to be the source of this problem. Much of the killing and persecution of the bloodiest century in history, the 20th century, was done in the name of nonreligious motives. In our own country’s history, racism has motivated much more persecution than religious intolerance. The problem is not race, nationality or religion—it is radicalism, extremism and intolerance that breed perversions of all of these. - Imam Mohamed AbuTaleb
- Rabbi Ken Brickman
Is it possible to have a strong religious identity and still be accepting of other religions/beliefs?
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bsolutely! Having a strong religious identity does not mean one has to be intolerant. One who has a strong religious identity and who is secure in that identity can be accepting of those who may follow a different tradition. The problem arises when those who have a strong religious identity feel that their tradition is the only acceptable faith tradition and that all other traditions are inferior and that those who follow other faiths have strayed from the true path. Too often Jews have been the victims of such people who sought to forcibly convert us to another faith. A strong religious identity can coexist with a sense of tolerance as long as your religious identity does not preclude the ability of other faiths to offer a legitimate path to God. Jews have always believed that there are many paths to the One God and that all people of faith have the right to choose their own path. While Jews have always welcomed converts to our faith, we have never proselytized. Those who have chosen to convert to Judaism have always been people who approach us with that desire.
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strong adherence to one’s religious identity is entirely compatible with acceptance of other religions and beliefs, just as a passionate and well-evidenced opinion is not weakened by openness and acceptance of other perspectives. Muslims are not called upon to proselytize, but rather to invite people to an accurate and authentic understanding of the Islamic faith; a person’s choice and responsibility for their beliefs and actions is solely their own. In one among many examples, Prophet Muhammad stood up to pay respects for a passing funeral procession from an adherent of another faith. When he was questioned on why he stood, he responded, “Is it not a human soul?” This story teaches us that all human life regardless of religion is to be valued and respected. The diversity of religious convictions and differences of practice are a necessary and natural outcome of the diversity of people around the world, and the underlying truth is that there are more similarities in our shared values, ambitions and concerns for our communities than there are differences.
- Rabbi Ken Brickman
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- Imam Mohamed AbuTaleb
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key step in any faith journey is to recognize that you are not God. As a follower, my role is to be a witness through my words and actions which point to a God of love. For it is only God who ultimately and truly changes hearts and minds. Therefore, I can engage others of different religious backgrounds with respect, dignity and love because I recognize we have so much in common. I see them as a child of God, just as I am, and that my purpose is to love them just as Christ loves them. - Reverend John Hage
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Is there a case for intolerance? How so?
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he only case for intolerance is an intolerance of hate. If you are a follower of Christ, let us remember that Christ came because God “so loved the world.” In scripture, the only intolerance I see was that Christ was intolerant of hypocrisy and hate. So there is no case for intolerance.
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he only case for intolerance is against those who practice intolerance. We must never shirk our responsibility as people of faith to speak out against those who preach racism, bigotry, homophobia, hatred of those who are different and prejudice of any sort. It goes without saying that violence is never a proper response to intolerance, but peaceful protest, clear and unequivocal statements and, most importantly, actions that demonstrate our concerns for the rights and well-being of others are always appropriate responses to those who preach intolerance in our society. - Rabbi Ken Brickman
- Reverend John Hage
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nder Islamic values, intolerance for certain violent, aggressive and destructive views in the public space mirrors many aspects of regulation by American law and First Amendment cases. A person’s individual right to freedom of thought must be restricted when it leads to violation of the rights of others. Many Islamic texts contain broad moral values most Americans are familiar with, like treat others as you would like to be treated. - Imam Mohamed AbuTaleb
How can we best show tolerance?
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n our times, it is easy to minimize the impact of a single act of kindness and tolerance. It seems many in leadership or in the public eye are practicing less and less civility and tolerance in dealing with differences. The tendency of media coverage to gravitate to tragedy, conflict and loss gives rise to less attention in the good being done within our communities every single day. Prophet Muhammad gives the example of planting a seed, even if you are not expected to see it grow to maturity. For me, that is the best thing we can do to show tolerance—to plant the seeds of compassion, love and mercy in the hearts of those around us. A word of comfort to someone whose been marginalized. A respectful but firm challenge to a stereotype of a minority by a colleague or friend. A cordial relationship with our diverse neighbors and friends. The virtue we bring in to our communities through our words and actions roots tolerance in our country more strongly than any media narrative or politician—one seed at a time.
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or me, our call as Christians goes well beyond tolerance. In a broken world, our call is to love. As I understand Christ, I always see Him caring for and loving the outcast and those who were on the margins of society. Christ was always the one who welcomed those who were different, and in Him they found love. As Christians, we are called to embody that love. Now, more than ever, we can embody that love by listening, and caring for those that are like us and those who are “other.”
- Imam Mohamed AbuTaleb
- Reverend John Hage
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began with the well-known verse from the Book of Leviticus, “Love your neighbor as yourself,” and I shall conclude with that verse. In Jewish tradition, love has always been demonstrated not only by words but also by actions. One manifests one’s love for another individual by how one acts in relationship with that person, whether that person is a member of our family, a friend or a stranger in our community. We demonstrate love by the way we treat others. This is also how we demonstrate our sense of tolerance. By treating other people as we wish to be treated and by speaking out on their behalf when we see them being mistreated, we show that all people deserve not only to be tolerated, but to be respected. Ours is a society in which all people are to be equal. That equality is written into our founding documents, and while this sense of equality has not always been manifest to the fullest degree, it has to be a goal toward which we always strive. Today, more than ever, when too many people are being demonized because of their faith, their race, their sexual orientation or identity or their national origin, the need to live our lives as exemplars of tolerance is greater than ever before. Without an effort toward that goal, I fear that the tribalism and divisions that exist in our country will deepen and lead not only to greater intolerance, but to more violence. - Rabbi Ken Brickman
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Mistletoe, with its creamy berries sparkling among leathery green leaves, is a charming totem that spurs sneaky holiday smooches. But did you know it’s a parasite? Mistletoe (Phoradendron sp.) is Greek for “tree thief.” Look for the tight bundles of green high in certain trees this time of year—that’s mistletoe. It’s a hemiparasitic plant combining photosynthesis and parasitic activity to obtain the water and nutrients it needs to live. Mistletoe roots, called haustoria, grow into the tree in which it exists. It’s not usually deadly to a tree, but it often causes unsightly bulges in the trunk or branches where it takes hold. Trees can withstand most mistletoe infestations, so removal is not necessary. A nontoxic way to remove mistletoe is to prune it out. To maintain the tree’s health, structure and your safety, find a certified arborist. If you do the pruning yourself, remove the infested material back to the branch collar. Winter it the best time for this, as trees are dormant. Another tactic, especially for large, established trees, is to manage mistletoe growth by cutting it off at its base so it can’t seed. But most mistletoe attaches itself to the top limbs of hardwood trees, so it’s virtually impossible to climb and grab it safely by hand. In our region, mistletoe shooting has a long tradition. Though it’s not the challenge most hunters seek, they’ll happily blast it out of the treetops with their 20-gauge shotguns, bagging clumps or blowing it to smithereens. That mistletoe sprig you bought from the farmer’s market was likely harvested using this old-fashioned method—a great way to repurpose plant material and ideal for inspiring holiday smooches.
Did You Know • The dense mistletoe clumps offer a safe, camouflaged haven for nesting mammals and birds. • Bluebirds, mourning doves, evening grosbeaks, robins and pigeons devour the berries each winter. • Mistletoe berries are mildly toxic to humans, dogs and cats.
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Microwave Caramels with Sea Salt dinneratthezoo.com INGREDIENTS
1/4 cup butter, melted 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup light corn syrup 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 teaspoons Morton Coarse Sea Salt cooking spray optional: 1 cup of semisweet chocolate chips or dark candy melts, melted INSTRUCTIONS
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1. Place the butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar , corn syrup, condensed milk and vanilla in a large microwave-safe bowl. 2. Line an 8- or 9-inch loaf pan with parchment paper and coat the pan with cooking spray. 3. Microwave for 6-7 minutes, stirring thoroughly every 2 minutes. A 6-minute cook time will produ ce a softer caramel; 7 minutes will produce a firmer caramel. 4. Pour the caramel into the prepared pan. Sprin kle the coarse sea salt over the caramel. If you're plann ing to coat the caramels in chocolate, do not add the salt until later, after the caramels have been dipped. 5. Let the caramel cool until firm. Carefully remo ve the slab of caramel from the pan and cut into 1 1/2 inch squares. 6. If desired, dip the caramels in melted chocolate. If you dip the caramels in chocolate, sprinkle the sea salt over the top before the chocolate has set.
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he Greeks and Egyptians are believed to be the first civilizations to create candy. It shouldn’t be too much of a surprise that honey was the main ingredient. Around 2000 B.C., the Egyptians began adding figs, dates and spices to the honey for their sweet treat; the Greeks combined the honey with flowers and fruits. The Chinese and Romans also made a honey treat using barley sugar. The Indians were the first to use sugarcane to make candy around 250 A.D. Caramel was invented in 950 A.D. by Arabs in the Middle East. The Mayans were believed to be growing cacao around 1200 B.C. or earlier. The Aztecs had a liquid treat made with cacao called chocolatl. European explorers, including Christopher Columbus, brought cacao beans back to Europe. The first chocolate bar was made in England in the mid-19th century. Fry’s Chocolate Cream Bar was made with melted cacao butter, cocoa powder and sugar. Cotton candy was invented in the U.S. in 1897 by a dentist. It was originally called “fairy floss.” Lollipops were invented in 1908 and were named after the inventor’s horse. Snickers was also the name of a horse before it was a candy bar. Snickers the horse lived on Milky Way Farm in Tennessee. A sweet tooth has no boundaries. Here are a few recipes to satisfy your sweet cravings or give them as a gift.
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little of the candy double boiler and then mix in a te over dark cane dust. Spread white chocola white chocolate chocolate (it’s OK for some of the to swirl into the dark chocolate). warm white 3. Press crushed candy cane into ely hardened. plet chocolate. Refrigerate until com es. Once hardened, break into piec
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ruffles Easy Decadent T allrecipes.com INGR EDIENTS am cheese, sof tened 1 8-ounce package cre ar, sif ted 3 cups confectioners’ sug late chips, melted 3 cups semisweet choco 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla INSTRUCTIONS
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Lemon Marshmallows
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1/3 cup powdered sugar 1/3 cup corn starch 2 cups sugar 1 tablespoon light corn syrup 1 1/4 cups water (divided) 1/4 cup lemon juice
1 hour. 4. Refrigerate for about 5. Shape into 1-inch balls.
4 tablespoons unflavored gelatin 2 egg whites, room temperature 3-4 drops yellow food coloring 1 tablespoon lemon zest
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1. Combine the cornstarch and powdered sugar in a small bowl. Prepare a 9 x 13 pan by lining it with foil and spray ing it with nonstick cooking spray, and sprinkle a generous dusting of the sugar/starch mixture over the entire pan. Set the pan aside while you prepare the marshmallow, and save the sugar/starch mixture for later use. 2. Combine the granulated sugar, corn syrup, lemo n juice and 1/2 cup water in a large pot over medium heat. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved, then stop stirring and allow the mixtu re to come to a boil. Continue boiling until mixture reaches 260 degre es Fahrenheit (hardball stage). This process will take a while, so move on to the next two steps while the sugar syrup cooks, but be sure to check the sugar syrup frequently so that it does not go above 260 F. 3. In another pan, soften the gelatin in 3/4 cup wate r for 5 minutes, until completely absorbed. Set the pan over low heat and stir constantly until the mixture is liquid. 4. While the sugar syrup is boiling and the gelat in is softening, place the room-temperature egg whites in the clean bowl of a large stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Once the sugar syrup nears 245 F, begin to beat the egg whites. Beat them until they hold firm peaks,
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but do not overbeat or they will be crumbly. If the egg whites are ready before the sugar syrup reaches the correct temp erature, stop the mixer until the sugar syrup is ready. 5. Whisk the gelatin mixture into the sugar syrup . Turn the mixer to low, and gradually add the sugar syrup in a thin stream. If your saucepan has a spout you can pour it from the saucepan, but if it does not, pour the syrup into a large, heatproof measuring cup or pitch er so that it is easier to pour. The sugar syrup is very hot and it can cause painful burns if it accidentally spills or splatters. 6. After the sugar syrup is incorporated, add the yellow food coloring and lemon zest, and gradually increase the speed until the mixer is running on high. Beat until the marshmallow mixtu re is shiny, thick, holds its shape and is completely opaque, about 10 minu tes. 7. Pour the marshmallow mixture into the prepa red pan and smooth the top flat with an offset spatula. Let the mars hmallow set overnight, uncovered. Once the marshmallow has set, dust your workstation with a generous layer of the sugar/starch mixture you used to prepare the pan. Lift the marshmallow from the pan using the foil as handles, and flip it face down on the prepared surface. Peel the foil off the top of the marshmallow, and dust the top of the candy with more sugar/starch. 8. Spray a large, sharp chef's knife with nonstick cooking spray. Cut the marshmallow block into small 1-inch squares, or whatever size marshmallows you desire. You can also use sharp metal cookie cutters to cut different shapes out of the marshmallow. Dredge the cut edges of the marshmallows in the sugar/starch mixture so that they are not sticky. Your marshmallows are now ready to eat! They are best soon after they are made, but if your environment is not too humi d, you can store them up to a week in an airtight container at room temp erature. You may need to dredge the sides in sugar/starch again if they get too sticky.
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POMEGRANATE n Greek mythology, Persephone was out picking flowers when Hades broke up the earth and pulled her into the Underworld. Persephone’s mother, Demeter, the goddess of agriculture, was so saddened by her daughter’s disappearance that crops ceased to grow. Zeus could not let the Earth die, so he commanded Hades to release Persephone. Hades agreed, but because she had eaten pomegranate seeds in the Underworld, he demanded that she must return for a portion of each year. For that part of the year, Demeter mourns and no longer gives fertility to the earth. In this way, the pomegranate is responsible for the seasons. Pomegranates were also known as the “fruit of the dead,” having sprung from the blood of Adonis. In Jewish tradition, it is seen as the original design for a crown. Some Jewish scholars have suggested that the pomegranate, not the apple, was the original forbidden fruit. In many cultures, it is a symbol of fertility and abundance, which is easy to understand in light of the many seeds that make up a pomegranate. Native to Iran and northern India, cultivation of pomegranates has spread across Asia to Japan, westward through the Mediterranean and even across the southern U.S. The plants are popular bonsai in Korea and Japan due to the bark, flowers and fruit. The fruit of a pomegranate is a berry with the number of seeds inside ranging from 200 to 1,400. Apart from eating the fruit, pomegranates are made into juice, molasses and grenadine syrup. The dried seeds are used in trail mix, granola or as a topping. If you have ever tried to remove the seeds from a pomegranate, you will know why they
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The French word for pomegranate is grenade, which is where the name for the military explosive grenade comes from.
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Pour the ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake well. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with either cinnamon and sugar or an orange twist. Optional: Rim the glass with a mixture of sugar and ground cinnamon.
aren’t more widely used. They are messy. Those arils are full of juice and ready to burst. It stains your hands and clothes a brilliant red, but that tangy taste is worth it. Here are a few handy hints to make it easier: • • •
Gently separate the seeds in a bowl of water. The white pith floats and the seeds sink. Freezing the pomegranate makes separating the seeds easier. Cut the pomegranate in half. Score each half of the exterior rind 4-6 times. Hold a half over a bowl and smack the rind with a large spoon. The seeds should fall into the bowl, leaving only a few deeply embedded ones behind.
Store pomegranates in a dark, cool place for several days, and in the refrigerator for up to two to three months. Seeds can be refrigerated for three to six days. Freeze seeds in single layers in airtight containers for up to six months. Pomegranate arils can be sprinkled on salad, yogurt, cupcakes—pretty much anything you would like that sweet/tart flavor on. You can even mix them into guacamole.
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Thomas Jefferson planted pomegranates at Monticello in 1771.
Kohresh Fesenjan Several months ago, I was invited by a friend to her parents’ home in Pinehurst No. 6 for a Persian feast. Her mother regularly cooks a huge spread for a crowd. One of the many excellent dishes was Chicken in a Pomegranate Walnut Sauce. When I started writing this article, I asked her for the recipe. Of course, there isn’t a written recipe that she uses, but with a little research we came up with this one. Serves 4-5 INGREDIENTS
1 1/2 large yellow onions, sliced thin 3-4 tablespoons of vegetable oil 2 pounds skinless chicken drumsticks or thighs (4-5 pieces) (I also used skinless breasts halves, cut in half) 8 ounces walnut halves (about 2 cups) 1/4 cup cold water 1 cup pomegranate concentrate* 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/8 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper Pomegranate seeds for garnish DIRECTIONS
1. Pick through the walnuts for shells. Add to a food processor and process until it turns to a tan-colored paste. With the food processor running, add 1/4 cup cold water through the feed chute. Continue processing until the paste becomes uniformly beige in color. 2. Fry the sliced onions with 3-4 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a 6-quart stockpot until golden brown. Remove from the pot. Add the chicken the same stockpot and top it with the fried onions. Spoon the walnut paste evenly over the fried onions. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Drizzle the pomegranate concentrate over all the ingredients. 3. Bring to a boil over medium heat. The pomegranate concentrate tends to stick and burn fairly quickly, so avoid high heat. Reduce the heat to medium low, cover the pot and simmer for 15 minutes. 4. Now reduce the heat to low and simmer covered for an additional 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the sauce is thickened and the chicken is fork tender and falls off the bone. Stir every 15 minutes or so to make sure the sauce does not stick to the pot. If at the end of this period the sauce has not thickened enough, leave the pot uncovered for about 10 minutes on low heat for a thicker sauce. Transfer the Fesenjan to a serving dish and sprinkle some pomegranate seeds on top as garnish. 5. Serve over white rice or Persian steamed rice. * Pomegranate concentrate can be purchased at some Middle Eastern markets and has two flavors, with one being more sour than the other; this recipe calls for the sweeter flavor. Pomegranate molasses is more sour than the concentrate, but can be used as a substitute with the addition of sugar to taste. I used the molasses without any sugar with a good result.
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Beer Matters
BY JASON DICKINSON, CERTIFIED CICERONE®
A Belgian Holiday
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ith the holidays approaching, I see an increase in people buying craft beer as gifts. Buying craft beer for someone can be nerve-racking if you are unfamiliar with beer or if you don’t know what the recipient likes to drink. If you have any doubt about what to get, buy Belgian beer. Belgian beer is the perfect gift for someone who is just getting into craft beer, as well as for someone who is more experienced. If you ask most craft beer fanatics how they fell in love with beer, the conversation will inevitably lead back to the first time they tried Belgian beer. It is so versatile that I put together a mixed six-pack you can give as a gift to both a novice and an experienced drinker. This mixed six-pack, to include a wrapped gift box, costs about $35 at Triangle Wine Company in Southern Pines.
Blanche de Bruxelles | Belgian Witbier | 4.5 percent ABV | A Belgian Witbier is one of the three predominant wheat beer styles (Belgian, German, American) and is recognizable by coriander and orange peel flavors. Blue Moon is probably the most recognizable Belgian-style Witbier. I chose Blanche de Bruxelles because it is a great representation of the style for a novice drinker and also a little harder to find, making it a good gift for the experienced drinker. 40 | SAND& PINE MAGAZINE December 2018/January 2019
La Fin Du Monde | Belgian Tripel | 9 percent ABV | A Belgian Tripel is a golden colored, highly carbonated beer that packs a punch at 9 percent alcohol by volume (ABV). Tripels are extremely approachable from a flavor perspective, which is why it is such a great transition beer from Bud Light to something more flavorful and complex. You cannot tell this beer is twice as strong as a Bud Light, so it is easy to have one too many by accident! La Fin Du Monde is brewed in Canada by Unibroue and you may be wondering why I chose a Canadian rendition of the style over one brewed in Belgium. It’s because this is the exact beer that turned me onto the Belgian beer game. I still remember the first one I ever had, sitting outside at a cafe on a warm spring day.
Saison Dupont | Saison | 6.5 percent ABV | The saison category is by far the most confusing to new craft beer consumers, so it is vital that you start them off with the one that everyone tries to imitate. If anyone asks what a saison is, you only need to hand them a Saison Dupont. This beer is extremely approachable for the novice drinker but also carries enough cache and complexity to make even the most experienced beer drinker happy to receive this as a gift. The reason Saison Dupont is such a special beer is
because of the yeast used during the fermentation and bottle conditioning. It is truly the secret ingredient that cannot be replicated anywhere else.
Orval | Belgian Pale | 6.2 percent ABV | This is the first beer on the list that is probably a little more suited for the experienced drinker, but it is one that can help introduce some of the more complex elements in beer to a novice. Orval is one of the handful of beers produced by monks and carries the government-controlled appellation “Trappist.” It is a very select crowd who can legally call themselves a Trappist brewery. This beer will have a pronounced bitterness and the yeast strains provide for some unique earthy flavors. Orval is bottle-conditioned with a yeast that will continue to change the flavors of this beer over time. The longer you wait, the more prominent the yeast flavors will become. This beer is fantastic with a funky cheese; I recommend Stilton. Don’t be afraid to age this beer for up to five years.
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Duchesse de Bourgogne | Flanders Red | 6 percent ABV | Since this is a gift, I wanted to make sure we hit a wide range of flavors. Flanders Red ales are oak-aged sour beers, but don’t let the word sour stop you from trying this classic example. Duchesse de Bourgogne (or simply called Duchesse) is a nice blend of both sweet and sour. This beer is actually a blend of 8and 18-month-old beer, which gives it a remarkable consistency. Duchesse will provide a novice beer drinker the experience of trying something aged in oak, as well as checking the sour block. This is a great choice for the experienced beer drinker because Flanders ales brewed by Rodenbach are more widely sold here in the States.
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My most memorable Christmas was when I was 8 years old. I was the first one up and I heard someone under the tree and heard a “ho-ho-ho” as I came down the stairs. We were really poor and I was the oldest of four children, but when I came downstairs, there was a full Christmas tree and there were more than enough toys for a bunch of kids who were poor and who were all adopted out a year later. My father had been in a hit-and-run accident when he was walking home from work. He was a chef. My mom was taking care of all of us, and my father was essentially a fifth child. He was mentally impaired, he was physically disabled, and she was working odd jobs. She took a job working in a children’s home in the town we were in. In second grade, I came home one day, and my two youngest siblings weren’t home. They had been put in the home. And then several months later, my brother and I were placed together in another children’s home. We were the poor kids at school, and the year before, to have a Christmas tree and all those presents under the tree ... I swore I heard Santa Claus under the tree the morning I came down for that Christmas. That’s what I always think about when anyone says there isn’t a Santa Claus.
I don’t do resolutions because you always end up breaking them. You’re setting yourself up for failure. It’s better just to set yourself a goal and aim for it. You say, “I aspire to do this.” Does that mean I’m gonna, I might slide? Sure. But I’m aspiring to do something. So with God’s grace, it’ll happen. If it’s not meant to be, it won’t, and it wasn’t gonna be good for me anyway. My life philosophy is, be kind always. It costs nothing to be kind and generous. And treat everybody else like you wanna be treated. 2018 was a wonderful growing year. We grew, we got excellent designers in the shop, we had a lot of input from people about what they liked, what they would wear, things like that, so we had a great year. And in 2019, I’m gonna dominate the bridal and formal wear industry. It’s not a hope, it’s gonna happen.
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I really didn’t set resolutions until this year. I thought they were kinda garbage, ’cause nobody ever really does it. I think that’s the minority of people, and I think if it had not been like a personal thing that I really cared about, I wouldn’t have done it. I’ve been talking about getting in shape for about 10 years and then I was gifted a three-month membership to the gym and I’ve been going all year since then. I’m down like 35 pounds. I got out of the Marine Corps in 2008, and then didn’t go to the gym for 10 years. I feel like I’m always chasing a 20-year-old version of myself, and I’m never going to catch up to that, but I’m definitely in much better shape than I was in January. It’s hard to get a goal weight. I’m working more towards going in that right direction rather than just sitting on the couch and eating chips. I’m mid-30s now and I figure it’s going to be easier to do it now then after I’m in mid-40s and later. Working out has definitely been a big help physically and mentally, just in general health. My wife got cancer last year and she went through chemo. It made me feel like I have a healthy body, so maybe I should take care of it. I’ve already quit smoking. I quit drinking. I don’t want to give anything else up. I think that’s the goal for changing anything about yourself. If you don’t wanna do it, you’re not going to.
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fumbled barefoot across the living room in the dark with my hands out in front of me like the walking dead. It was 6 a.m. and there was no time to stage an elaborate scene or get the ladder out and try to find an amazing spot high above the room. Today, the Elf on the Shelf would have returned from his nightly report to Santa to spy on us again from a less interesting vantage point. Yesterday he had clearly gotten into the craft box and while lying on his back made snow angels in some spilled white glitter. The kids were delighted by his mischief, but today is Friday and I’m exhausted, so he is literally just on the shelf. My duties fulfilled, my eyes began to water, not from the joy of the holidays, but from the pain that comes from stepping on multiple matchbox cars lying in wait for me in the darkness. The rest of my day was spent thinking about how powerful the Christmas holiday trends can be as they change the behavior of millions of people for those two months and often forever. The year was 1980 and the world would be forever changed on Christmas Day. The holidays have always
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been full of strange traditions, ceremonies and food, as well as music that we’re able to tolerate for only one month a year. Cookies for Santa, trips to visit relatives you don’t really know and Grandma’s Jello thing all had an origin somewhere in time, but the hottest Christmas gift in 1980 would change what kids do all year round. That year was when the world unwrapped Atari; video games have been in our homes ever since. That not-so-cold Southern Pines Christmas morning, my friends and I all felt like we had caught up to the rest of the world in some way. We knew about cable TV, but the lines hadn’t gotten out our way yet. My folks had “Pong,” but even as kids we knew how bad Pong was. It was a game that was so slow, the only way you could win was if your opponent had a sneezing fit or went to go answer the phone while the dot creeped toward their side of the screen. Atari was different, faster, in color and radical, with game cartridges you could trade with your friends like baseball cards. The whole thing was from space, as far as we knew. We had heard people talking about the amazing graphics, we had seen the printed
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ads in the Sears catalog, and we deployed our arsenal of parental manipulation tactics to ensure that Santa would bring this electronic joy into our lives. Until that day, television was the boss of us. We had to be there at exactly the right moment to see the show we wanted to watch, including waiting a full week to watch cartoons on Saturday morning. Once the Atari was plugged in, we were in control. We told the frog where to jump. We decided how long the hero in Pitfall would swing on the vine, and the barrel-tossing gorilla at the top of whatever that was he stood on would feel defeat because we memorized the pattern of the game on our own. It was before we had a remote control to change the channel and was lightyears before TiVo, DVDs and smart TVs, but we, the kids of the world, could now tell the TV what to do. Compared to what kids are plugging into now, the Atari seems as far in the past as taking a horse and buggy up to Raleigh. The controller only had two parts, a stick and a button, and it didn’t take long to wear one out if you had any skill at all at Space Invaders or Missile Command, which required slamming the button feverishly through level after level where the only change was how fast the little blip attackers moved. The game cartridges were not high-tech either. You shoved a game into the console and if it didn’t work, your best bet was literally to take it out and blow into the game. This somehow worked more often than science would suggest possible. When that method didn’t work, we would switch
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the game console off and on and off and on again until the screen lit up with that joyous, glowing reward of the game screen. Yes, I do believe that it was my generation who invented the “off/on,” as well as the “unplug it for five minutes” method. You’re welcome. Along with great technology came these technical difficulties, and in just a few short years, Atari was all but a thing of myth and legend. Nowadays, you can actually play every game Atari ever had … on your phone. They are like country store novelties in the realm of rock candy and carved wooden guns that shoot rubber bands. Eventually, with each Christmas that came around, newer systems with better graphics and controllers with more than two buttons filled the shelves of the new shopping mecca called Walmart, while the Atari became a yard sale staple. Each holiday season comes and goes and along with it will be have the cool new game console that the kids will convince their parents to buy. It’s sad, in a way, that the baseball glove and the dollhouse are so far gone from the Santa wish list, but we must follow the Christmas trends as they evolve, right? I know that video games are here to stay on Christmas Day, but I’m not afraid to admit that I hope the Elf on the Shelf will someday go the way of the fruitcake and door-to-door caroling. I must go now and flush ice down the toilet so it will snow tonight and sprinkle glitter and oatmeal down the driveway so Santa’s reindeer see where to land. Happy Holidays!
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Green Clean Happy New Year all! This year, and pretty much every year, I wish you, your family, and the earth peace, happiness and wellness. Truly, wouldn’t that be wonderful? And to help in my own tiny little way with the wellness portion of that wish, let’s talk natural. In this particular instance, I’m talking cleaning here. Natural ingredients. Gather ’round and let’s boycott all the chemical cleaners. I am ready to jump on the old soap box and start the eco-speech! Oh. Wait. Get it? Soap box … cleaners.
TOP 3 NATURAL CLEANING AGENTS No. 1: Distilled White Vinegar
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h so many reasons vinegar is No. 1, but the biggest is its disinfectant properties. It’s all about the naturally occurring acetic acid content. It has been proven to kill bacteria and virus germs just as well as any evil chemical out there. A study in the Journal of Environmental Health (1997) showed that undiluted vinegar was just as effective as bleach in eliminating E. coli from surfaces and sponges and way safer to use on your cutting board. Another study published in the Journal of Food Protection (2003) showed that vinegar, when used as a produce wash, reduced viruses by more than 95 percent. Bacteria, viruses and mold simply cannot make themselves a happy little home in an acidic environment. It is also an excellent degreaser. You can make some super simple cleaning solutions to have on hand for everyday use. This first one takes a little patience, but I feel it’s worth it. Since the downside of vinegar is the smell, you may want to add something to mask that.
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The DIY Part – Pine-infused vinegar multipurpose cleaner The Stuff • Distilled white vinegar • Mason jar with lid (I repurposed an old pickle jar) • Pruning shears • Pine boughs … I only had long leaf pines on my property, but still very piney. (OR citrus peels and/or coordinating fragrance essential oils) • Spray bottle • Water The Doing 1. Armed with your clippers, head outside and take off a few pine boughs. Or you can even use branches from your Christmas tree. 2. Cut up into small pieces. This not only helps it fit better in the jar but it will also help release as much fragrance as possible. Jam as much as you can into the jar. Take care not to get the sap all over. 3. Fill the jar with distilled white vinegar. 4. Pop the lid on and leave in a dark closet or pantry to steep for at least 6 weeks (longer is OK too). This process does take quite a long
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DIY time but is well worth it. If you would like to speed the process along or intensify the fragrance, add a couple drops of pine essential oil (5-10 drops should do the trick). Bonus: pine oil has some antimicrobial properties of its own. 5. To create the actual cleaner, pour the infused vinegar through a mesh strainer (at this point you can pitch the pine) combining with water at a 1-to-1 ratio into the spray bottle. Note: Use on almost any surfaces EXCEPT wood, varnished surfaces or granite counters. The acid can ruin the finish over time. * As a side note, infused vinegar can also be made with citrus peels. Lemon being the most popular, but I personally prefer orange. Just peel, cut up and add to the vinegar jar and steep. Then enjoy the actual fruit for snack. * If you are short on time (or patience) this same process can be achieved by combining the vinegar, the water, and 5-10 drops of your favorite essential oil(s) right into the spray bottle—and voila!
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aking soda also has multiple uses. It can be used to safely clean just about anything. Here are a few: • Add 1/2 cup baking soda to the washing machine for brighter whites and fresher smelling laundry. As you probably know, it is a great odor eliminator. It can also be added to the rinse cycle as a natural fabric softener. Optional: If you prefer a light fragrance in your clothes, add a damp wash cloth with a few drops of your favorite essential oil(s) to the dryer. Lovely! • To remove stains on fabrics or surfaces, mix a bit of baking soda with a squeeze of lemon juice to form a paste and rub into stained area. Rinse and clean as usual. • A similar paste, made with water instead of lemon juice, can be used to take the burn out of a bee sting or bug bite. This is one of those old wives’ tales that your grandma used to tell you that actually works. • Soak any pots or pans with burned on foods with a mixture of baking soda and hot water. I never measure this, I just dump a bunch in depending on the size of the mess. Let it soak for about 30 minutes or more. Drain, add some coarse salt and scrub with a brush or scouring sponge. This should get it all.
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DIY No. 3: Tea
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or the following tips, I recommend using previously brewed tea bags. Repurposing and reusing at its finest. Saves money too. • Black tea—Brewed and diluted and used with a damp mop, black tea is a great natural way to revive wood floors. Put the solution in a spray bottle and simply spray lightly and mop much the way you’d use a Swiffer. Just be careful what it might splash on, as tea actually will stain other items/fabrics. This same solution can be used to make your mirrors sparkle. Spray and wipe all over the mirror, and then, using a clean, soft cloth, buff to a streak-free shine. • Green tea—Green tea can make a great odor eliminator, especially herbal- or citrus-infused. • After you have finished steeping your tea, cool the bags and break open onto a plate or cookie sheet lined with newspapers to dry. Important: make sure they are completely dry to avoid staining. Once dried, they can be placed in a bowl inside your fridge (instead of or with baking soda) to absorb all the not-so-pleasant odors that sometimes accumulate in there. This worked great for us after the recent hurricane and power outage.
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• You can also toss some of those used tea bags into your running shoes overnight. • Green tea is a wonderful carpet deodorizer. Sprinkle dried used green tea leaves on the carpet for 10-20 minutes and then vacuum up. I like this method better than the baking soda version, as the baking soda is so fine and powdery it makes it extremely difficult to get it all out of the carpet. I have a ton of vintage carpets and it has really helped with any musty odors that inevitably come with the rug’s history. • Help your plants thrive! This is one of my favorite tips, because as much as I love plants, I tend to be plant killer ... accidentally. This is perfect for any plants that favor an acidic soil, such as ferns, magnolias, gardenias, azaleas, hydrangeas, daffodils, caladium and dogwood. But there are many more. A little “drink” of tea will also do wonders for your fruit and vegetable garden. Add a little tea-spiked water occasionally and watch them smile! Gather all these super easy, natural and money saving tips and get your New Year started right!
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Across 1. Latin name for the constellation The Lion 4. Overwhelmed 8. ___ Guevara 11. Sea eagle 12. Car registration (collaq) 13. Tobaggan 14. Slewing 16. In front 17. ___up, excited 18. Indistinct 19. another name for the constellation The Ram 22. Expiring 23. Aboriginal rite 24. Rodent 25. Synthetic yttrium aluminum garnet 28. Large snake 29. Earthwork 30. Soviet space station launched in 1986 31. Commercials 32. Enough 33. Juniper 34. Latin name for the constellation The Whale 36. Flower
37. Name of the smaller of the two moons of Mars 39. Shady tree 40. The path followed by a planet around the sun 41. Brutality 45, Golden 46. Party holder 47. Reverential fear 48. Witness 49. Towards the center 50. Human race Down 1. Monetary unit of Bulgaria 2. Before 3. Monad 4. Another name for the constellation The Ram 5. Gone 6. Ovum 7. Perform 8. Minister of a church 9. Perceive sound 10. Whirlpool 13. Avoid 15. Name of Saturn’s second largest moon discovered in 1672
16. Foreign 18. Subsidiary law 19. Swedish pop-group of the ’70s 20. Crucifix 21. Easily angered 22. Extinct birds 24. Planet often referred to as the evening star 26. Helps 27. Hoar 29. Add again 33. Arrived 35. Send out 36. Sun’s most distant planet 37. Canines 38. A Great Lake 39. Former 41. Cheat 42. Thrash 43. Two 44. Japanese currency 46. Hello there
DON'T LEAVE 'EM BARE! Ladderword puzzles are like crosswords but with a twist. The words in the middle column are anagrams of the words of the first column. The words in the last column are anagrams of the middle column plus one additional letter. The anchor words (the down clues) are related by a common theme. Across 1. Male offspring 3. Admits 5. Robes 6. Jack in Cribbage 7. Nee 8. Small bird 9. Sea eagle 10. Merit 11. Winnow again
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Last Word "Let them eat cake!" – Marie Antoinette (or not)
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or centuries, the life of Marie Antoinette, the wife of the French King Louis XVI, has epitomized the extravagance and insouciance of wealth and privilege. Born in Vienna, Austria, in 1755, Marie Antoinette’s world was one of increasing monarchical instability, and marriage of the nobility was deemed an expedient way to gain allies. The dauphin (prince) of France and Marie Antoinette were married in 1770 and Louis XVI was crowned king in 1775. When the couple ascended to the throne, 80 percent of the population of France were peasants, the country was heavy in debt and the vast majority of its citizens were living in abject poverty. Young, bored and with little to do officially as queen, Marie Antoinette embraced the lavish lifestyle French nobility had created and perfected for more than 100 years. Her expensive tastes were only limited by her imagination. She famously had an entire farm built—Le Petit Maneau or The Little Hamlet—on the grounds of her palace at Versailles where she and her friends could dress up and play milkmaids and shepherdesses. The farm was as authentic as the real thing except for the lavish interior of the farmhouse, which was much more fit for a queen. Optics, apparently, had yet to enter the political realm of French monarchs. Although behaving no different than much of the nobility who came before her and, indeed, she was known to be generous to the poor, Marie Antoinette quickly became the primary target of the disgruntled populace and eventually would be attributed with one of the most famous quotes in history. The story goes that when Marie Antoinette was told her French subjects had no bread and were starving, she quipped, “Qu’ils mangent de la brioche.” which loosely translates to “Let them eat cake.” (It actually translates to “let them eat brioche,” a thick roll traditional in France, which sounds more French-like but loses some of its callousness and insensitivity when translated.) Historians, however, don’t believe she ever uttered those words but that they were instead falsely attributed to her as propaganda to fuel unrest during the French Revolution. Historians believe the root of the phrase comes from the French philosopher Jean-Jacques Rousseau in his work “Confessions” from 1766 when Marie Antoinette was 10. He attributes the quote to French queen Marie-Therese, wife of Louis XIV, who suggested the people eat “la coûte de pâté” or “the crust of the pâté.” Not that this clarification helped Marie Antoinette’s fate. She was beheaded by guillotine on Oct. 16, 1793.
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