MY Issue 6, 2014
Cumberland Island
A Trip In Georgia’s History
Innovations in the Treatment of Osteoarthritis Robotic Surgery Meets Human Needs
Artistry in Gems
Artisan Hand Engraved Jewelry
How To Stop Procrastinating
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Features
08 | Innovations in the Treatment of Osteoarthritis 12 | Caring the United Way 13 | Being Offended: Let’s Chose Wisely 13 | Financial Power of Attorney 32 | 5 Ways Divorcing Parents Can Upset a Judge
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23 | Live Your Now! A Woman’s Passion for Life Coaching 24 | So You Want To Buy A New Car? 34 | How To Stop Procrastinating
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Colorectal Cancer: Understanding Your Risk and How to Prevent It To Cath or Not to Cath: That is the Question Children’s Eye Health, Nutrition and Safety (and Adults too!)
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Thinking of him caused a gallery of other faces to appear and linger a while in my thoughts – family, friends, and loved ones who enriched my life for all too short a time before crossing over to what lies beyond. The important people in our lives have a varied and everlasting effect upon us. Like long-gone bus masterful composers, they permanently stamp little vignettes in our memories that we can call forth at will to warm the heart or swell the spirit. Their acts of kindness, courage and selflessness provide a beacon that we can use to steer clear of moral hazards in the dark nights of the soul that occasionally afflict every human being.
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For example, it was hard to watch an active, athletic mother who raised and fed six children from diapers to adulthood struck by brain cancer, eventually leaving her unable to feed even herself. But is impossible to forget it when, in a two-year battle that first invalided, then ultimately claimer her, she never quit, never gave up, never lost heart, and she never complained. Even once. She looked a terrible fate in the eye, and never blinked. I hope that I never have to find out whether I have that kind of guts. Every day, people are passing out our lives, taking with them the memory and knowledge of a different world. It is quite a sensation to truly realize how friend and how fragmented in our tenure here, and yet how far foes the influence of our tiny moment in the sun. The world around us is so complex and so vastly improbable that its very existence might only be thought of as a miracle. I suspect for those for whom Time is short, there is a vivid and intense appreciation of that fact. And so I treasure those occasional odd moments of detached lucidity that I think of as “Joe Black” moments – drinking in an experience with every sense fully awake, savoring every nuance, as if both for the first and last time. As if a small voice in
a dim corner of the soul is telling me that I might never get another chance. You never know. Take a moment now and then to drink in a spectacular sunset, or to notice the way the air smells just before a summer thunderstorm. Pause to watch the ballet of hundred fireflies at dusk. Really savor the way your wine enhances a well-prepared meal. Listen to the haunting violin solo in Scheherazade, and imagine it as the voice of an imprisoned princess, wailing for her lover. It is all too common these days to become totally buried in a fast-paced career and a high-energy lifestyle. Santayana defined a fanatic as one who redoubles his efforts after losing sight of his goals. Even if we admit that a certain amount of fanaticism may be a necessary ingredient in an active lifestyle, there in one thing we should remember always: The goal is to live well.■
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INNOVATIONS in the Treatment of
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t’s inevitable – we get older and things start happening: bones fracture, our knees hurt and our tendons tear. To our advantage, innovations in the treatment of various orthopedic conditions that used to be inoperable and untreatable, causing a person to stop doing things that they once could, are currently readily available.
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r. Jon Minter, an expert in the surgical management of hip and highly complex arthritis disease leads the team of specialists at Northside Total Joint Specialists. Dr. Minter and his staff provide patients with a wide range of services, which includes the management and repair of failing total joint implants. Northside Total Joint Specialists offers the most innovative, compassionate, and highest quality care possible. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Robotic Surgery Meets Human Needs
Robotic surgery is the next generation of joint replacement surgeries. Through the use of the robot-assisted surgery, surgeons are now able to offer an alternative option for complex surgical procedures. For most patients, robotic surgery offers numerous benefits over open surgery, including: • Significantly less pain • Decreased blood loss • Fewer complications including improved stability and balanced leg length • Less scarring • A shorter hospital stay MAKOplasty® is a robotic arm assisted partial knee resurfacing procedure designed to relieve the pain caused by joint degeneration due to osteoarthritis (OA). By selectively targeting the part of your knee damaged by OA, Dr. Minter
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can resurface your knee while sparing the healthy bone and ligaments surrounding it. “This procedure enables us to precisely resurface only the arthritic portion of the knee, preserve healthy tissue and bone, and results in a more rapid recovery and shorter hospital stay than traditional total knee replacement surgery,” Dr. Minter explains. Unlike other more invasive procedures MAKOplasty® can often be performed through a four to six inch incision over your knee with small incisions in both your femur (thigh bone) and tibia (shin). Additionally the preservation of your own natural bone and tissue along with more ideal patient specific implant positioning may also result in a more natural feeling knee. And since healthy bone is preserved, patients who undergo MAKOplasty® partial knee procedures may still be a candidate for a total knee
replacement procedure later in life if necessary. Kevin Buckley, age 60, knows the value of the replacement procedure and Dr. Minter’s expertise. Last month he underwent hip joint replacement surgery. “I can’t believe this,” Buckley states when asked about his surgery. “Two weeks ago I was having surgery and today I am able to walk without any problems. The same day of my surgery I was able to walk down the halls of the hospital. Dr. Minter and his staff provided me with accurate information, were very helpful every step of the way, and continue to provide me with the tools to help in my recovery.” Buckley is certain he will soon get back to playing golf and doing a host of other things he had to put on hold due to his arthritic joints. Dr. Minter is considered one of the preeminent physicians in robotic
FEATURE hip and knee replacement surgery in metro Atlanta, having designed some of the artificial implants that can be fitted to patient’s individual anatomy with the robot. Candidates for replacement surgery, Dr. Minter explains, sometimes do not fit the criteria for partial replacement due to severe overall wear on the joint. “Robotic surgical replacement of the hip and knee is dramatically easier on patients,” Dr. Minter asserts. “Normally, patients are up moving and even discharged within six hours after surgery.” The national average is three to five days in the hospital after regular replacement surgeries. “Studies have shown that patients who go home from the hospital sooner have better results than those who stay in the hospital. Patients can expect good to excellent results – greater mobility and range of motion for overall greater quality of life – for 20 or more years,” Dr. Minter adds.
in the medial (inner), patellofemoral (top), or lateral (outer) compartments of the knee. During the procedure, the diseased portion of the knee is resurfaced, sparing the patient’s healthy bone and surrounding tissue. An implant is then secured in the joint to allow the knee to move smoothly again. MAKOplasty® Partial Knee Resurfacing can: • Facilitate optimal implant positioning to result in a more natural feeling knee following surgery • Result in a more rapid recovery and shorter hospital stay than traditional knee replacement surgery • Be performed on an outpatient basis • Promote a rapid relief from pain and return to daily activities.n
What is Osteoarthritis?
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a form of arthritis and a degenerative joint disease characterized by the breakdown and eventual loss of joint cartilage. Cartilage is a protein substance that serves as a cushion between the bones of a joint. With OA, the top layer of cartilage breaks down and wears away, allowing bones under the cartilage to rub together.
What are the symptoms of OA of the knee? Symptoms of OA of the knee include: • Pain while standing or walking short distances, climbing up or down stairs or getting in and out of chairs • Knee pain with activity • Start up pain or stiffness when activities are initiated from a sitting position • Stiffness in your knee joint after getting out of bed • Swelling in one or more areas of the knee • A grating sensation or crunching feeling when you use your knee
What is MAKOplasty®?
A MAKOplasty® Partial Knee Resurfacing is an innovative treatment option for adults living with early to midstage OA
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FORSYTH COUNTY PARK SPOTLIGHT: HAW CREEK PARK
STAY SAFE IN EXTREME HEAT The Forsyth County Fire Department urges residents to take extra precautions to help avoid heat-related illness, in jury and death during the hot summer months. ❏ ❏ Never leave a child or pet unattended in a vehicle – not even for a minute. ❏ ❏ If you see a child or pet unattended in a hot vehicle, call 911 immediately. ❏ ❏ Teach children that cars are not a play area.
For the second year in a row, Forsyth County has been named If you are looking for a unique location to exercise this summer, visit Forsyth County’s Haw Creek Park. Haw Creek Park is located at 2205 Echols Road and provides the perfect place to walk, run or bike ride under a full tree canopy.
❏ ❏ Stay indoors as much as possible and limit exposure to the sun. ❏ ❏ Limit outdoor activity to morning and evening hours.
Haw Creek Park, spanning approximately 85 acres, includes an approximately 3.3-mile multi-use trail for both foot travel and mountain bikes. Pavilions and a playground with a woodlands theme are also among the park’s features. Haw Creek Park is open during daylight hours only. Call 770.886.2851 for the Trail Status Hotline.
FORSYTH COUNTY ANNUAL REPORT NOW AVAILABLE Learn about your county government and recent projects and accomplishments by reading the 2013 Forsyth County Annual Report. View the report online at www.forsythco. com or pick up a copy at the County Administration Building.
GET FIT AT FORSYTH COUNTY’S RECREATION CENTERS! Are you looking to set new fitness goals this summer? If so, Forsyth County offers affordable and quality fitness programs to help you meet your goals. Each of the county’s three recreation centers, located at Central Park, Fowler Park and Old Atlanta Park, is equipped with a cardio/weight room as well as a wide variety of fitness classes. Several fitness pass options are available for purchase to meet your interests and can be used at all three recreation center locations. For more information, call 770.781.2215 or visit www.forsythco.com/parks.
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NEWS
A ROU N D FOR SY T H
NORTH GEORGIA HAND THERAPY ANNOUNCES NEW LOCATION
5TH ANNUAL PURPLE PANSIES GALA HELPS PANCREATIC CANCER RESEARCH Tickets are now available for the 5th Annual Purple Pansies Gala, a fundraising event to benefit T-Gen (Translational Genomics Research Institute). This year, Casa Nuova Italian Restaurant with Maria Fundora, Kim Crocco, Wendi Fareri-Dudley and Chelsie Byers as co-chairs, will host the gala and wine dinner. Only 120 tickets are available for this event, which includes a cocktail hour, live music, raffle items, silent auction, live auction and a 5-course gourmet dinner. The dinner includes wine pairings with each course. Individual tickets are $150.00 Contact Wendi Fareri at 678-313-2756, Maria Fundora at 678429-6297or Chelsie Byers at 770-475-9100 for details. Sponsorship opportunities are available. For more information visit www. purplepansies.org or their Facebook page.
With a focus on the treatment of upper extremities, North Georgia Hand Therapy (NGHT) works with adults and children who, due to a hand injury or condition, congenital or traumatic, have lost function of their upper extremities. Their new office is located at 2920 Ronald Reagan Parkway Blvd. Suite 110, Cumming. Amy C. Wallace, OTR/L, CHT opened NGHT in 2012 to offer North Georgia communities access to high-quality hand therapy. With over 14 years of experience in all aspects of occupational therapy and seven in the field of hand therapy, Amy opened her clinic to truly focus on individualized treatment of hand injuries. Offering custom splinting, wound care, and work injury specializations, NGHT provides a unique service to surrounding communities. “Our goal is to help our clients build skills for living,” Wallace explains. NGHT is open Monday through Friday, 8 am to 6 pm and Saturdays, 10 am to 2 pm (by appointment). For more information visit www.northgeorgiahandtherapy.com or call 770-889-0886.
FALLING IN LOVE WITH SHAKEAWAY The first of its kind in the United States, Shakeaway, the world’s largest milkshake bar company, has been enticing palates since its first location opened in the United Kingdom in 1999. “My wife, Tanya, and I decided it was time to bring Shakeaway to the US. Its unique brand experience captivates customers and keeps them coming back,” explains owner Dan White. Shakeaway offers fit and healthy shakes, fizzy soda shakes and hot shakes, frozen yogurt, smoothies and low-fat baked fries. A wide range of tasty options are available for customers to choose and includes M&Ms, fresh fruit, chocolate truffles and much more. Fresh and tasty, healthy and flavorful – all in one place! “Because our milkshakes are made using a special blending method with real ingredients for the flavors, premium quality ice cream and milk, it means that you can eat AND drink your milkshakes,” adds Tanya. Shakeaway is located at 1050 Market Place Blvd in Cumming (next to Lenny’s Subs). It is open Monday through Saturday from 11 am to 9 pm and Sundays from 12 Noon to 6 pm. Visit their Facebook page -Georgia Shakeaway - for updates and specials.
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nited Way’s Day of Caring is one great day of giving back to the community. Last year we brought together 525 volunteers from 40 different teams to complete community service work throughout Forsyth County. It’s the perfect opportunity to help a nonprofit in need of a few extra hands for a few hours.
The day begins with breakfast at 8:30am, the hair nets and gloves go on at approximately 9:15am! We ask that everyone participating
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bring one snack item to share with children’s programs in the community-pop tarts, boxes of raisins, fruit snacks, juice boxes, fruit cups or breakfast bars. There will be many other activities available on that day if you would like to paint, plant, read to kids, etc. This is a great opportunity to help build community, promote team building and give volunteers a practical way to make an impact at our local human service agencies, schools and other nonprofits. If you would like to volunteer, please contact us by calling 770781-4110 or visit our website at unitedwayforsyth.com. If you would like to be a sponsor of the Food Friday event, please contact
us at 770-781-4110. Sponsorship opportunities include $250 level, which pays for 1,000 meals; $500 pays for 2,000, and so on. We can all do something to improve lives in Forsyth County! Help us make this Day of Caring our best one yet!n Our mission: To improve lives in our community by mobilizing the caring power and spirit of our citizens. United Way of Forsyth County P.O. Box 1350 Cumming, GA 30028 770.781.4110 • unitedwayforsyth.com By: Ruth Goode
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t’s Food Friday the United Way! On Friday, September 5, United Way of Forsyth County will host its 13th Annual Day of Caring. Over 350 volunteers will package dried non-perishable meals of rice and beans and macaroni and cheese to be given to local food pantries for distribution. This event takes place at the Forsyth Conference Center at Lanier Technical College. A total of 60,000 meals are scheduled to be packaged this year.
Ruth Goode is the Executive Director of United Way Forsyth. She may be reached at 770.781.4110 or ruth@unitedwayforsyth.com.
COMMUNITY
Our children attended an overnight, week long camp this summer. They are 8 yrs. And 10 yrs. old so this was an adjustment for my husband and me missing our little ones. As we sat in the gymnasium waiting for the camp’s closing ceremony to begin, my heart was filled with joy and excitement to see and hear what was in store. The camp is located in a majestic place with Mountains in the distance, horse stables, a beautiful lodge, and the list goes on. I was reveling in the entire experience, that is, until the parent next to me leaned over and said “what’s going on, can’t they get this thing going! I didn’t drive an hour and half to sit here! Why is the horse stable so far away? “ Yada, yada, yada! Talk about a Debbie Downer!
Understanding a FINANCIAL POWER of ATTORNEY A Financial Power of Attorney is a written document that grants a broad range of specific powers over your financial affairs to someone you trust (referred to as your “agent” or “attorney-in-fact”). Specific provisions can establish when and how the power of attorney takes effect, the duration and the manner in which it can be terminated and can describe or limit the powers granted to the agent. A Durable Financial Power of Attorney remains in force at all times; when the principal is healthy and during periods of disability or incapacity; however, one could elect for it to be “springing”, which means the Financial Power of Attorney does not come into effect until the principal is disabled. Most couples will elect for the power to be immediate for their spouse acting as their agent; while all successor agents will not have power until the principal is deemed incapacitated. Therefore, it is a Durable Power of Attorney for spouse, but will not be effective for successor agents until principal is declared incapacitated. Delaying the
you find yourself getting worked up about minor, ridiculous factors step back and consider the big picture. Ask yourself, “is this really important and worthy of my energy? What are all the components of this situation that are good and positive, do those outweigh whatever it is we are wasting time being offended?” When I ask myself those questions, it realigns my perspective. Unfortunately I do this more often than I’d like to admit. How about you? Again, there are certainly occasions when we need to speak up about an injustice or mistake. I’m just saying don’t allow that to dominate. But when we do choose to be offended, let’s choose wisely.n
By: Christine Roberts
Being Offended: Let’s Choose Wisely
Why is it there are some of us that regardless of what great things are happening, can always find something that’s offensive? I’m sure you know people like this or maybe it’s you? Now don’t get me wrong, there are some things that really get my goat, for example, when I let someone out in traffic and the person doesn’t give me the “thank you” wave. Now that’s offensive! Or when I say “thank you” to someone at a service or retail establishment and they reply “no problem”. Come on, it should be either “you’re welcome” or “my pleasure!” See what I mean. I know, I know, I need to get over it. But, you see what I’m talking about, those circumstances when there’s so much good to focus on but instead we choose to find things to be offended by. So what’s the solution? Snap out of it! Be grateful. When
Christine Roberts is a volunteer with Mentor Me-North GA. She is also an author, motivational speaker, certified child advocate, former corporate manager, wife and mother of two children. She may be reached at christine@cmrobertsllc.com.
power is popular as a means of avoiding “blank check” issues with agents. Under Georgia law, a Financial Power of Attorney remains in full force and effect until specifically terminated by the principal or the terms of the power of attorney. Further, a power of attorney automatically terminates upon the death of the principal. Powers granted are typically bank and credit union transactions, real/personal property transactions, payment options, taxes, insurance, disputes and proceedings, gifting, administration of qualified accounts, and business transactions. While Georgia has a statutory form, it is not necessary to use that form. Qualified attorneys who practice in this area will typically have a more detailed instrument detailing numerous financial transactions the agent can perform on behalf of the principal. The ...continued on page 44
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Casey Norris may be reached at Ladyslipper Rare Plant Nursery at 770.345.2998.
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STEPS TO MAKING THAT HOME YOUR OWN
While the process of buying a home can seem somewhat overwhelming, it often helps to break up the process into steps which can help guide you along the way. Loan-Pre Approval: The first thing that will need to happen during the process is loan pre-approval. While it’s possible to search for homes without it, pre-approval helps you seek out a property which sits within your means. For this to happen, you must first contact your loan officer and supply them with all the necessary pay stubs, account statements, and tax returns. Property Search: Ideally, once you have gained pre-approval and are certain of what price range is affordable, then you can begin scouring the market for that perfect home! Purchase and Sale Agreement: So you’ve found your dream house—now begins the process of negotiating the terms of sale and presenting your offer to the seller. Appraisal and Property Inspection: While not the most glamorous step, the inspection is absolutely one of the most important. Not only will the property be checked for safety hazards, as well as water and termite damage, but an appraisal will be ordered which will make sure the sale price matches the home’s actual value.
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Processor’s and Underwriter’s Review: Although an underwriter has the final say in whether your loan will be approved, a loan processer will be in charge of reviewing your file and making sure that all the necessary information is included. Final Loan Approval: Even though you’ve already been pre-approved for a loan, there may still be financial and/or property conditions which will need to be met before final approval is granted. Signing Today is the day! At this point, all of your final loan paperwork and escrow documents will be signed by both you, as the buyer, and the seller. Funding: Now that all of the fine print has been accepted, a transfer of funds must be sent to the property’s title company. Close of Escrow: As the property changes hands, a record needs to be filed with the county documenting the title transfer. Confirmation of Record: Once all of the title company’s paperwork has been taken care of, payment for the seller will be authorized. CONGRATULATIONS! YOU’RE A NEW HOMEOWNER: From here, the property is yours. Now you can begin the exciting process of making it your own!n
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hen I received a call from my friend Allie asking me if I wanted to go on a girls’ trip I immediately said yes. I didn’t ask where we were going, who would be joining us or how long our trip would be. I just knew I could use a break and was more than happy to join in.
What I didn’t realize at the time is that I would be taken (by car and by ferry) to a most quiet, peaceful and delightful place called Cumberland Island. As an Island girl myself (yes, I do get called that often), I was ready to take off my shoes, walk along sandy beaches and relax. I did that for four awesome days – along with meeting a varied group of folks, riding bicycles along tree-covered dirt paths, and spending time learning about the history of this beautiful island off the coast of Georgia. Cumberland Island is described as one of the most spectacular natural habitats in the Northern Hemisphere, and Georgia’s largest barrier island. In the early 1880s, Thomas Morrison Carnegie and his wife, Lucy Coleman Carnegie, came to the Island and established the family’s presence, which exists to the present day. In the 1960s the human population began to diversify somewhat as the land started to leave the exclusive holdings of individual families, and the evolution of the National Seashore began.
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Cumberland Island is described as one of the most spectacular natural habitats in the Northern Hemisphere, and Georgia’s largest barrier island.
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The First African Baptist Church was established 1893 for the African American workers in the settlement. It was the site of the September 1996 wedding of John F. Kennedy, Jr. and Carolyn Bessette.
was accommodating and ready to take care of any request – even getting me a peeler for my carrot sticks. There are many tours available at the island. Allie, Donna, Jackie, Nena and I joined two of them and were greatly satisfied with what we learned and saw. One highlight was getting to meet and chat with one of the island’s most colorful residents, Carol Ruckdeschel. A renowned field biologist, Carol studies the life and death of the island’s endangered creatures. Despite Carol’s lack of academic credentials, she has been the senior author of various academic papers on sea turtles. She has a reputation for presenting innovative ideas about rare and endangered species at conferences. In a 2011 interview she was quoted as stating “The virtue of all wilderness areas is that you learn and observe cycles. Ecologists watch changes.” Our tour also included a visit to the First African Baptist Church founded in 1893, which was the place of worship for residents of the Settlement. The church is well-known as the place where the late John F. Kennedy Jr. married Carolyn Bessette in the fall of 1996. Notwithstanding this recognition, the church gives guests the unique opportunity to see and feel the presence of a higher power – an old Bible opened to the Book of Nehemiah, a church book opened to The Ultimate Harvest
(Tuesday, April 14) and a simple wooden cross in front of the altar. Perhaps it was my opportunity to feel faith, while my heart and mind heard the hymns of those whose lives were transformed over the years in this small church. Our tour guide was Christina Nelson, a Master Naturalist. She was fantastic. Her knowledge and enthusiasm were contagious and made us all want to learn more about the birds, the trees and all the makes Cumberland Island what it is – a quiet magnificent trip through history. An amazing mixture of history and nature, coupled with life and stillness, gives this island its power. Next time you are looking for something to do, a unique getaway, or simply a time to regroup, I suggest you take a closer look at Cumberland Island. I hope to visit its shores and see its people again and again.n greyfieldinn.com 866-401-8581 or 904-261-6408 seashore@greyfieldinn.com
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The island’s history is rich, and one can spend days just walking through the buildings still there – from Plum Orchard to the ruins of the spectacular Dungeness. The land is filled with flora and fauna that can keep someone occupied for a long time. The Ice House is a small museum/information center where guests can learn about the island’s history while also seeing some of the relics that have been found over the years. No doubt the Island is a treasure chest of artifacts sure to make archeologists – novice and professionals – extremely happy. Our home for four days was The Greyfield Inn, a grand and graceful mansion. The mansion was built in the 19th century by Thomas and Lucy Carnegie for their daughter, Margaret Ricketson. Converted to an inn in 1962 by her daughter, Lucy R. Ferguson, the Greyfield Inn exudes the welcoming atmosphere and charm of a family home. The rooms are clean and refreshing, with books everywhere. The library is spectacular and gave me the feeling of standing in the presence of history. The porch is simply breathtaking, providing all who sit on its rocking chairs or swings a peaceful time to read, sleep and meet folks. And then there’s the food. It was extraordinary – just what any foodie would want to enjoy. The Chef, an island man himself (a fellow Puerto Rican) had the ability to mix ingredients to satisfy even the most discerning palate. Fresh seafood, meats and vegetables, coupled with rich desserts made every evening a culinary adventure. The dining room has big tables and no sitting arrangements, affording guests the opportunity to sit among folks who otherwise may not have had the opportunity to meet. The kitchen staff
Julie Brennan is the Publisher of My Forsyth magazine. She is a native of Vieques, Puerto Rico. Julie may be reached at julie@ marketcomplete.com.
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first met Hal Buran, owner of Café Efendi, 16 years ago. Along with his cousin Jim, Hal started a restaurant featuring Italian cuisine. Great food and a fantastic friendly atmosphere was the trademark of their restaurant back then. Today, Hal continues the tradition that set him apart with Café Efendi, a Mediterranean Cuisine restaurant located in Alpharetta. The restaurant is truly an experience, as their slogan states. Your palate can feast on a variety of traditional meals that feature family recipes that Hal has kept over the years. Eggplant is one of my favorite vegetables, widely used in cooking, most notably as an important ingredient in dishes such as moussaka and ratatouille. Moussaka is prepared with sautéed eggplants, green peppers, tomatoes, onions, and minced meat. It is eaten with cacık and pilaf. There are also variants with zucchini, carrots and potatoes. Ratatouille is usually served as a side dish, but may also be served as a meal on its own (accompanied by pasta, rice or bread). Tomatoes are a key ingredient, with garlic, onions, courgette (zucchini), aubergine (eggplant), bell peppers, marjoram and basil, or bay leaf and thyme, or a mix of green herbs like herbes de Provence. Hal reminded me that if you want to know how many ways you can prepare eggplant, go to a Mediterranean restaurant. Lucky for me, the varieties served at Café Efendi are many and delicious. Guests can choose from a wide range of featured items, from Mangal (from the Grill) and Meze (appetizers) to traditional home cooking. The fact that items are listed in Turkish adds to the ambiance that makes a visit to Café Efendi a treat. When you are in the mood to try something new, take a ride to Alpharetta and visit Café Efendi, located at 488
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North Main Street, Ste 112. They are open for lunch and dinner 7 days a week. On Saturdays and Sundays they serve a traditional Turkish breakfast until 2 pm. The next time you want to treat yourself, your family or friends to hummus, Karni Yank, Kuzu Sote, Pirzola, or Roka salad, you should visit Café Efendi.n
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ceviche, which is fish or shrimp “cooked’ by the acidity of lemons and limes. My entrée was Cuban chicken and rice that was beautiful to the buds – taste buds, that is! The next day, we went to Magic Kingdom and had hotdogs for lunch little baby ducks wandered up from the lake and joined us! Later, after a hot day of riding rides and lots of walking, we had pineapple ice cream floats – you’ve got to try one of those if you go. The next day, we went to Epcot. I had a chocolate croissant and chocolate mousse in France. We went to Morocco for lunch and had lamb sliders and spicy sausage. Dinner was in Mexico – shrimp tacos. It was fun dining around the world in a day! One of my favorite meals of the week was at a Cuban restaurant called Cuba Libre – they had some amazing mango cinnamon butter for the bread. It was so good; I got some to go and had it for breakfast the next day! I tried the Cuban sandwich there (found on the kid’s menu – I love to see real food on the kid’s menu!). It had roast pork, ham, and pickles and was grilled to melty perfection. My week in Orlando finished up back at the Irish place for more soccer and lunch. This time I had a spinach salad with pecans and cranberries – it was very fresh with tartness from the cranberries and the crunch of the pecans. Have you had any food adventures this summer? If so, write to me and let me know about your favorites.n By: Ava Clavijo
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I also went to an Italian restaurant in Wilmington, Osteria Cichetti, where I could create my own pasta dish – I chose shell noodles, Alfredo sauce and sausage. The Alfredo was so creamy, the sausage was a little spicy, and the shells held in the entire flavor. They also had great bread, crispy outside but soft inside, with olive oil for dipping. Another dinner out was not my best experience. I ordered shrimp and grits. When I think about grits, I think breakfast grits with butter, salt, and pepper. The grits with the shrimp had garlic which wasn’t my favorite. I went to camp in South Carolina – it was called the CSRA Kids for Christ camp and, if you get a chance, you should go. My grandpa runs the camp, and my grandmother makes sure we all eat good food. We had hotdogs, hamburgers, spaghetti, barbecue sandwiches, and a pizza casserole that was my favorite. For breakfast, we had bacon, toast, grits, and cereal – all so good! Along the way, getting to camp, we had a stop in the middle of nowhere. We had a sandwich at Old Clinton Bar-B-Q in Gray, GA, and it was the best barbecue sandwich ever. This place has been there since 1958, so you know it’s good! Dreams do come true….at Disney World in Orlando! So, what did I eat there, you might ask? Well, we went to an Irish restaurant across from our hotel, and I had fish and chips – it was a little greasy but good. Dad was happy because he could watch the World Cup while we ate. The first night, we went to Downtown Disney and ate at Bongo’s Cuban restaurant. We ate really good
Ava is a student at Cumming Elementary School. She enjoys trying new foods and restaurants. Ava is ten years old. She may be reached at ava@myforsyth.com.
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According the consumer confidence index – a monthly survey that gauges the financial health, spending power, and confidence of the average US consumer – US consumers are becoming increasingly more optimistic about the US economy. In April the index has reached 84.1, an increase of four points from the previous month. Business owners share this sense of optimism. According to the 2014 Chase Business Leaders Outlook survey, optimism about the national economy is up 17 percent for middle market companies and up five percent for small businesses. The same study also states that confidence in local economies is increasing as well. According to the study 63% of middle market companies and more than half of US small businesses have a positive view about their local economy. Locally Forsyth County and the City of Cumming continue to lead the nation in economic growth. According to the Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce’s Economic Activity Report, in 2013 the community successfully participated in 19 new corporate relocations and expansions. The projects are collectively forecasted to generate over 600 new jobs and nearly $60 million in new capital investment. This year, the organization is on track to surpass last year’s successes. Since January of 2014 the Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce has participated in has already
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participated in 10 economic development projects that are collectively forecasted to generate 417 new jobs and $83.4 million in new capital investment. These projects include such retail new additions to our community as: •Fairfield Marriott Hotel (location: The Collection Shopping Center) •Costco (location: Exit 15 along GA 400) •Lou Sobh Kia (location: Buford Highway) •Aldi (location: Buford Highway) •The regional hub for Whitlock (location: Winward Corridor) •Davita Dialysis (McFarland Parkway Corridor) 2014 has also ushered in the expansion of such local companies as: •Automation Direct •Scientific Games •Leibel Law •North Georgia Promotions Forsyth County currently maintains one of the lowest unemployment rates in Atlanta Metro area. The community is also ranked by Forbes Magazine as the 7th Fastest Growing Community in America.n
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LOCAL ECONOMY: Back in Full Swing
Randall Toussaint is the VicePresident of the Cumming Forsyth Chamber of Commerce. He may be reached at 770.887.6461.
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Artistry in Gems
hen the world was a simpler place, your local jeweler could take care of all your jewelry needs—he cleaned and repaired your jewelry, created new jewelry for you, and looked out for special pieces on the market that he knew you’d like. You trusted the merchandise he sold was of the finest quality and that the price was fair.
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ut these days, with the explosion in Internet commerce and mass marketing and the proliferation of retail chains, buying jewelry can be a complex buyer-beware chore rather than a simple pleasure. Gems in Art, a local jewelry design studio, offers customers an experience that hales to a simpler time and value that is unprecedented. At this cozy unpretentious shop in Vickery Village, you will find exquisitely hand-crafted, one–of- a-kind creations at great prices. Owners Joshua and Gladys Avella are buying much of the jewelry they offer directly
from the artists, and Joshua, a certified Jeweler of America master jeweler, creates the balance in his on-site studio. “Our jewelry hasn’t been marked up several times as it has exchanged hands,” explains Gladys. “And we have purposely kept our overhead low so that we can pass those savings on to our customers.” And although there is nothing pretentious about the shop or its owners, the merchandise they offer is far from plain and Joshua’s talent is extraordinary. He is an artist with an eye for beauty and a craftsman with the deftness ...continued on page 22
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continued from page 21 to execute his few artisan jewelers that can do hand engraving, Joshua came to the United States from his native country of Colombia nearly 30 years ago to become a chef. Instead he followed his passion for jewelry, studied jewelry design at the esteemed Fashion Institute of Technology in New York, and distinguished himself by becoming one of the first jewelers in Georgia to earn the Jewelers of America certification. In 2006, the Avellas decided it was time to open their own local jewelry business. Having spent 25 years working for large national jewelry chains, Joshua knew that he wanted his business to be different. “Our goal is to offer our customers unique, highquality jewelry that is affordable and accessible. And we are able to bring in the work of some of the best designers in the world and offer it at very reasonable prices. When you look at the price tags, you’ll be amazed,” affirms Joshua.
Another element of the business that is important to Joshua is the relationship with his customers “I want to know them and earn their trust.” Joshua’s studio space is strategically located right in the front picture window of the shop. Here he turns molten metal and polished gem stones into exquisite works of art and attends to the needs of his customers. He routinely offers complimentary jewelry cleaning and will often offer suggestions for remounting stones or updating pieces. He enjoys working with customers to create new settings for passed-down diamonds or gems and loves to see their faces when he unveils his creations. “It is very gratifying for me to be able to see the pleasure my work brings to someone,” he says. “Many jewelers don’t routinely get to experience that.” This husband and wife duo work seamlessly together. “He is the talent and I am the management,” Gladys explains smiling. She has long encouraged her husband to start his own business, and eight (8) years 22 www.myforsyth.com
ago they decided the time was right. “He is so talented and so personable. He has a passion for what he does and it shows—in his designs and in his relationships with our customers. They share my appreciation for his talent, and this is very rewarding.” “When people hear custom made, handcrafted, unique design they tend to think that they can’t afford that. But we have a wide range of prices, starting at less than $200,” Gladys explains. “Jewelry doesn’t have to be expensive to be beautiful.”n
To view samples of the collections at Gems in Art, stop by the shop at 5930 Odell Street, Suite 100 in Vickery Village in Cumming, or you can visit www. gemsinart.com. Call 770.844.8005 for more information.
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Live Your Now! A WOMAN’S PASSION FOR LIFE COACHING
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“My calling is my life coaching - giving to other women what’s been given to me,” explains the Cumming resident. “I enjoy educating women and teen girls about selflove and self-care, helping them to discover or re-discover their passion, helping them work through their personal blocks and sabotaging patterns and helping them make their dreams a reality,” Shaver adds. Self-care, Shaver explains, always leads to God’s will and we can’t practice self care without self-love. Shaver recalls the moment she realized life coaching was her calling in life. “Feeling unhappy and completely stuck I started working with life coaches in 1998 and serendipitously I was introduced to Feng shui in 2004. I then became certified on both and have professionally practiced both. The most magic I saw happening in my life and in the lives of other women was when both practices were combined - that’s what I do in my coaching,” Shaver explains. “I use and teach my clients the basic principles of Feng shui: de-cluttering and re-organizing for a better and more harmonious flow of energy while guiding these women to recognize their own personal self- sabotaging patterns and encourage them to find their own solutions and to come up with their own ways to defeat and replace those negative patterns with positive ones.” According to Shaver, while it may a little unconventional, when you start de-cluttering your space your mind automatically starts de-cluttering as well. She calls it “a magical process.” “We already have the answers, and we are already perfect in our own beautiful imperfections - I just help you clear the way for you to see, believe and embrace your beautiful self so that you can create the life of your dreams,” Shaver asserts.n
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had a strong feeling that I was stuck in my emotional and spiritual growth. As Edvique and I were talking in my bedroom I suddenly realized what the problem was: my room was filled with my childhood furniture. My mom bought me this furniture and unfortunately I did not have positive memories of this experience. I was afraid if I got rid of the furniture, I would have to deal with my mom’s disappointment and anger. I decided I must face this possibility and move forward in my life. I now have a room filled with adult furniture of my choosing. I have also starting dealing with the pain and grief of my childhood and have gotten great relief from a shopping addiction. I feel I am unblocked and moving forward with my life. Edvique facilitated all this through her innate knowledge of what feels right in a home. -Lisa M
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dvique’s gentle, non-judgmental guidance has been instrumental in the progress I have seen in my life over the last three years. I was drawn to her because of her sense of humor, authenticity, and creative sparkle. She has a zest for living that is infectious, and a spirit that inspires me to never give up on myself. Like a friend, she walks beside me, but as a life-coach, she shares experience, strength, and hope from the struggles she has already overcome. Recently, she facilitated a vision board party, where all participants were encouraged to be intentional about the coming year. With our scissors and glue, we made posters to help us visualize the desires we had for our lives. Already I have seen positive, tangible outcomes from that project. With the principals of feng shui, she has helped me bring more order and intention to my home. At a time when my faith has been shaken by difficult life events, Edvique has been a flicker of light—and sometimes colorful, fun fireworks—reminding me of my Higher Power’s care and love. -Becky T
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So You Want to Buy
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o you ever get “car fever”? If you are a male, chances are you get that fever more than a female will, but we all get the fever or itch to get a new car. When the fever hits, you will know it and you do not want anyone or anything to get in your way. When you think about this new purchase, do you ever look at the long-term impact of your purchase?
Buying a car is a decision that so many do not take as seriously as they should. It is always a exciting time to sport a new set of wheels, but what will those wheels cost you in the short term and the long term? If you are like most people, you may stop for a second and consider the short term impact, but you will not let your mind linger considering the longer term impact. I mean, really, that long term is still a long way away - or so you think. The short term view for someone who will finance a car purchase is simply, “can I afford the monthly payment”? Always a good question to ask, but most people will allow themselves to agree with a payment plan that just barely allows them to “afford” the new car. In addition, upcoming needs are often forgotten such as an increase in insurance costs, the need for replacement items that are not covered by warranties, operating expenses, etc. The point is, the purchase may look like there is ...continued on page 44
WHILE BUYING A CAR
By: Parkey Thompson
two questions distinguish a broke person from a rich person - “how much can I afford” instead of “what will this cost me”. Parkey Thompson is a personal financial coach. He may be reached at 678.648.9940. Visit www.myfinancialfocus.net for more information about his services.
BOOK REVIEW
By Mary Kay Andrews A book review by Allie Smith
It’s summertime, and you know that the means – beach reads! Although I’ve read a number of wonderful books this summer, Save the Date by Mary Kay Andrews stands out at the head of the pack. Cara Kryzik is a newly divorced florist living in Savannah who’s trying to rebuild her life – and her business. Being a Yankee, she’s had a tough time winning over the old guard of Savanah society, but her creative flair, hard work and charming personality finally start to win her customers and friends. Cara meets Jack Finnerty, a Savannah native, at a wedding she’s working and sparks fly. Things are looking good until a nemesis florist begins making trouble – and it goes way beyond professional jealousy. Cara’s professional reputation is damaged after the theft of an antique family heirloom kicks off a domino effect of bad
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luck. Her assistant turns on her, her dad calls in her business loan and her relationship with Jack falls apart. What’s Cara do? She chases after a runaway bride who can save Cara’s business- if Cara can save the wedding. I think most of my readers know that I’m a huge Mary Kay Andrews fan. I love her books and yes, I can feel the eye rolls, but this one rocks. Andrews paints a vivid picture of life in the south and I love her female characters. They are cute (not perfect), quirky and a bit flawed, but always independent and true to themselves. She also creates gorgeous southern gentlemen and a unique cast of supporting characters – these elements are all guarantees when you read an Andrews novel. Although it’s a given that Cara will get her man, what I really love about Andrews’ story is the mystery that’s present and how it keeps the reader guessing. Who’s out to destroy Cara? Is it her father, her ex-husband or the competition (in business and in love)? Why? What’s up with the runaway bride? And who took the heirloom? You’re going to have to read to find out, but you’ll have fun!n By: Allie Smith
Save the Date
Allie Smith is an avid reader, traveler and the mother of four children. You can follow her on Goodreads or her blog www.thelatchkeymom.com. She can be reached at asreadsforsyth@gmail.com.
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Colorectal Cancer: Understanding Your Risk and How to Prevent It By Betty McGinty, Director of Northside GI Services
Luckily, there are many things you can do to reduce your risk of developing this disease, even if some of the risk factors you have are unmanageable. In fact, researchers believe that eating a nutritious diet, exercising, and controlling body fat could prevent nearly 45% of colorectal cancers. Dramatically reduce your risk of getting colorectal cancer by following these five simple rules: Exercise. Physical activity is a powerful weapon against colorectal cancer. In a recent study, exercise was linked to a 24% decreased risk of developing colorectal cancer. Aim for at least 30 minutes of physical activity five days a week. Eat nutritious foods. Adhering to a healthy low-fat diet with plenty of fiber and at least five servings of fruits and veggies each day can dramatically reduce your risk of developing cancer. Also, limit red and processed meats---they are linked to an increased cancer risk. Get Screened. Your recovery largely depends on the stage of your cancer, which is why early detection is so important. Stage 1 colorectal cancer has 74% five-year survival rate whereas Stage IV only has a 6% five-year rate. Beginning at age 50, schedule routine colonoscopies at least every 10 years. Manage Vices. Smoking and drinking radically contribute to your risk of developing colorectal cancer. People who consume more than 7 alcoholic beverages a week have a 72 percent increased risk, whereas long-term smokers have up to a 164 percent increased risk. Keep Your Weight in Check. Obese people (those with a BMI over 29) have a 20 percent increased risk of developing colorectal cancer compared to those of normal weight.n
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Your risk of developing colorectal cancer is a combination of controllable and uncontrollable factors. People older than 50 as well as those who have a family history of colorectal, ovarian, or breast cancer have a higher risk of developing colorectal cancer than others.
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TO CATH OR NOT TO CATH... THAT IS THE QUESTION By: Narendra Singh MD
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ithout a doubt one of the most powerful tools in cardiology is the heart catheterization (often called a cardiac angiogram). This involves advancing a very small flexible tube directly into the heart chambers and the blood vessels that supply the heart. This then enables us to get accurate pressure measurements in each of the heart chambers, assess the pumping function of the heart, identify any congenital abnormalities and most importantly determine the amount of plaque build up in the blood vessels supplying the heart. There are two main blood vessels to the heart –the RCA ( right coronary artery) and the left main artery that quickly branches into the LAD ( left anterior descending) and the LCX (left circumflex). The heart cath is an invasive test and has rare but significant risks that must be weighed against the information gathered. Information from a cath can determine the need for new medications, open heart surgery, coronary artery bypass operation, valve repair or replacement and most often the need for a balloon and stent procedure. In the past, heart caths were mainly done by accessing an artery in the leg (femoral approach). This led to the need for prolonged bed rest. Today many cardiologists can do the procedure through the wrist (radial approach)! Not only does this allow the patient to mobilize sooner but it results in less complications especially bleeding post procedure. So who should get a heart catheterization? There is little doubt that if you are in the midst of a heart attack going directly to the cath lab is the best treatment option. Rapidly clearing a blockage with a combination of blood thinners and a stent can be life saving! Most often however heart caths are done as an outpatient procedure in an elective setting. This should be considered if you have a stress test that suggest significant blockages, especially if your chest pain symptoms cannot be controlled with medications. Sometimes a heart cath is recommended because of ongoing chest pain for which no other explanation can be found. A heart cath may also be advisable if you have evidence of heart muscle damage or severe heart valve problems. A right heart cath is often needed to guide therapy for advanced lung disease. Of course nobody likes the idea of having tubes advanced to the heart if its not needed. So what are some alternatives? There are at least four options to consider with your doctor.
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A nuclear stress test, using a radioactive tracer can often identify if a blockage involves a small or large area of the heart. Small areas at risk can often be managed just with medications. A CT angiogram give great pictures of the heart and blood vessels through a simple intravenous needle. The test, however, results in greater radiation exposure and greater contrast dye load. It is best done when the coronaries are expected to be normal otherwise you end up getting the heart cath anyways for a stent. A calcium score is a simple and very useful test when the goal is to identify if there is early plaque buildup. It does not require any needles but also cant tell you how tight a blockage is. Finally, an MRI often gives the best pictures but the test is expensive, the equipment is not readily available and patients often feel claustrophobic. It is best used to identify congenital abnormalities, aneurysm of the aorta or unusual finding on other tests. Always consult with your cardiologist about the best option for you!n
Narendra Singh MD FRCPC FACC FAHA, is a Clinical Assistant Professor, Georgia Regents University in Augusta, and the Director-Clinical Research, Atlanta Heart Specialists, LLC. Dr. Singh studied at the Dalhouse Medical School in Halifax, Nova Scotia and went on to complete a residency and cardiology fellowship at the University of Toronto. He may be reached at 678.679.6800.
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So here are a few things to be aware of for kids and adults alike: while caring for your eyes involves regular vision exams and protective measures, such as wearing sunglasses while outdoors, diet can also play a major role in keeping your eyes healthy.
NUTRITION FOR YOUR EYES
Did you know that foods that are high in antioxidants, vitamins (A, C, D and E) and other important nutrients play a key role in the health of your eyes? So, enjoy the great taste of all types of
berries, Prunes, apples, Pecans, Sweet cherries and if you love Mexican food, now you know there’s a good reason for that because small Red bean, red kidney bean and Pinto beans have high antioxidants value as well! Beta-carotene and Selenium may reduce the progression of macular degeneration. Food sources: Carrots, sweet potatoes, spinach, kale, butternut squash, Seafood (shrimp, crab, salmon, halibut), Brazil nuts, enriched noodles, brown rice. Bioflavonoids (Flavonoids) may protect against cataracts and macular degeneration.Food sources: Tea, red ...continued on page 44 By: Mira Sivan, O.D., COVD
Children’s Eye Health, Nutrition and Safety (and Adults too!)
While carrots are recognized as a beneficial food for healthy eyes, they’re not the only food that will keep your eyes healthy. Foods high in antioxidants, vitamins A, C, D and E as well as the mineral Zinc all play a part in keeping our eyes healthy with good vision. Some of the most popular and delicious choices include: oatmeal, green leafy vegetables (spinach, kale and broccoli), nuts (almonds, peanuts and pistachios), fresh and dried fruit (mango, peaches, apricots, blueberries etc). As you’re packing snacks for any occasion keep the list of foods above in mind.
Dr. Mira Sivan is an optometrist with a private practice located at The Vickery in Cumming. She may be reached at 678.648.5185. Visit her web site at www.fyeo-eyecare.com
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oing through a divorce can be extremely stressful for parents. While it is easy to become caught up in the whirlwind of emotions that often accompany a divorce, there are critical things that every parent must keep in mind when going through this difficult time. As a divorce attorney with over thirty years of experience, I offer my insight on five common ways divorcing parents can upset a judge and hinder their case. Cutting off or reducing financial support for your family. An income-producing spouse who leaves the home should not cease or reduce support for a spouse or children remaining in the home. The courts demand that the parties maintain the “status quo” as much as possible, and trial judges frown on parties who try to create financial pressure on their spouse during the divorce. Denying child visitation to your spouse. If the father or mother decide to move out of their home during a divorce, he or she should be permitted visitation with the children despite the fact that he or she left the home. Denying a spouse visitation with the children after that spouse moves out of the home is frowned upon by the courts. Not consulting your spouse about parenting decisions. More often than not, courts provide that the parties will have “joint legal custody.” Implicit in joint legal custody is the fact that both parties will make parenting decisions together, that they will communicate as parents, and that they will make decisions that are in the best interests of the child or children as a team, whenever possible. This is critically important because issues of education, religion, extracurricular activities, and medical decisions must have a tiebreaker vote if the parents cannot agree. The court typically will award the tiebreaker vote to the parent having primary physical custody. Distancing yourself from your children. While courts are generally far more open to awarding custody to a father than they once were, a father who plans to seek custody must be particularly careful to continue his involvement with the children in the time period leading up to a divorce. A father who seeks custody should not move out of the home if there are minor children who are going to stay in the home with their FIVE WAYS DIVORCING
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How To Stop
re you putting something off right now? Don’t worry; we all do it. In our busy lives, the procrastination phenomenon w more and more relevant. Here are some solutions that I find may help you manage your productivity.
Procrastinating...
Give yourself a deadline
Unfortunately, willpower is often not enough to change lazy habits. It’s not enough to tell yourself to work harder. Rely on disciplined schedules or give yourself specified deadlines. Try to place your deadlines before the time you actually have to have the task completed.
Changeyour environment
Working on that cramped desk in your room may not be a great idea if all you can think about is your bed a few feet away. If possible, find a place clear of distractions with lots of natural light.
Pomodoro technique
Create a to-do list
Yes! The old-fashioned to-do list. Try putting temporal deadlines on certain tasks to keep on track. For example, instead of writing down “get groceries”, write down “get groceries by lunchtime”. Also, avoid writing down tasks you do on a daily basis anyway.
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The Pomodoro technique is a timemanagement method developed by Francesco Cirillo in the 80’s. It breaks down work into intervals with short breaks in between. Work for 25 minutes. Take a break for 5 minutes. Work again for 25 minutes and so on. Fun Fact: Pomodoro means tomato in Italian. Crillo named the method after the tomato kitchen timer used to develop the technique.
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S C H OO L S ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Big Creek Elementary 1994 Peachtree Parkway, 770.887.4584 Principal: Sherri Black sblack@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Brookwood Elementary 2980 Vaughan Drive, 678.965.5060 Principal: Kathie Braswell kbraswell@forsyth.k12,ga.us
Chattahoochee Elementary 2800 Holtzclaw Road, 770.781.2240 Principal: Barbara Vella bvella@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Chestatee Elementary 6945 Keith Bridge Road, Gainesville, 770.887.2341 Principal: Polly Tennies ptennies@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Coal Mountain Elementary 3455 Coal Mountain Drive, 770.887.7705 Principal: Debbie Smith dsmith@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Cumming Elementary 540 Dahlonega Street, 770.887.7749 Principal: Pam Pajerski ppajerski@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Daves Creek Elementary 3740 Melody Mizer Lane, 770.888.1223 Principal: Eric Ashton eashton@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Haw Creek Elementary 2555 Echols Road, 678.965.5070 Principal: Dr. Amy Coker arcoker@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Johns Creek Elementary 6205 Old Atlanta Road, Suwanee, 678.965.5041 Principal: Alyssa Degliumberto adegliumberto@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Kelly Mill Elementary 1180 Chamblee Gap Road 678.965.4953 Principal: Mr. Ron McAllister rmcallister@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Mashburn Elementary 3777 Samples Road, 770.889.1630 Principal: Tracey Smith tbsmith@forysth.k12.ga.us
Matt Elementary 7455 Wallace Tatum Road,
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678.455.4500 Principal: Charley Stalder cstalder@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Midway Elementary 4805 Atlanta Highway, Alpharetta, 770.475.6670 Principal: Todd Smith tsmith@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Sawnee Elementary 1616 Canton Highway, 770.887.6161 Principal: Dr. Eileen Nix ecnix@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Settles Bridge Elementary 600 James Burgess Road, Suwanee, 770.887.1883 Principal: LeeAnne Rice lrice@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Sharon Elementary 3595 Old Atlanta Road, Suwanee, 770.888.7511 Principal: Amy Bartlett abartlett@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Shiloh Point Elementary 8145 Majors Road, 678.341.6481 Principal: Rebecca Johnson rjohnson@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Sliver City Elementary 6200 Dahlonega Highway, 678.965.5020 Principal: Paige Andrews pandrews@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Vickery Creek Elementary 6280 Post Road, 770.346.0040 Principal: Kristan Riedinger kriedinger@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Whitlow Elementary 3655 Castleberry Road, 678.965.5090 Principal: Dr. Lynne Castleberry lcastleberry@forsyth.k12.ga.us
MIDDLE SCHOOLS Lakeside Middle 2565 Echols Road, 678.965.5080 Principal: Debbie Sarver dsarver@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Liberty Middle 7465 Wallace Tatum Road 770.781.4889 Principal: Connie Stovall cstovall@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Little Mill Middle 6800 Little Mill Road, 678.965.5000 Principal: Connie McCrary cmccrary@forsyth.k12.ga.us
North Forsyth Middle
Forsyth Academy
3645 Coal Mountain Drive 770.889.0743 Principal: Jeff Hunt jhunt@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Forsyth Academy at Night 770.781.3141
Otwell Middle 605 Tribble Gap Road 770.887.5248 Principal: Steve Miller stmiller@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Piney Grove Middle 8135 Majors Road, 678.965.5010 Principal: Terri North tnorth@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Riverwatch Middle 610 James Burgess Road, Suwanee 678.455.7311 Principal: Kathy Carpenter kcarpenter@forsyth.k12.ga.us
South Forsyth Middle 2865 Old Atlanta Road 770.888.3170 Principal: Sandy Tinsley stinsley@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Vickery Creek Middle 6240 Post Road, 770.667.2580 Principal: Kathy Rohacek krohacek@forsyth.k12.ga.us
HIGH SCHOOLS Forsyth Central High
Gateway Academy 770.781.2299
iAchieve Virtual Academy 678.965.4970
PRIVATE SCHOOLS Covenant Christian Academy 6905 Post Road, 770.674.2990 Headmaster: Johnathan Arnold www.covenantrams.com
Fideles Christian School 1390 Weber Industrial Drive 770.888.6705 Directors: Jonny and Ellen Whisenant www.fideles.net
Friendship Christian School 3160 Old Atlanta Road, 678.845.0418 Vice-Principal: Butch Quinn www.friendshipchristianschool.us
Horizon Christian Academy (K-6) 2160 Freedom Parkway (7-12) 433 Canton Road 678.947.3583, 678.947.0711 Headmaster: Heather Marshall www.horizonchristian.org
Ivy League Montessori School
520 Tribble Gap Road 770.887.8151 Principal: Mitch Young myoung@forsyth.k12.ga.us
1791 Kelly Mill Road, 770.781.5586 School Director: Becky Carty www.ilmsnet.com
Lambert High School
Montessori Academy at Sharon Springs
805 Nichols Road 678.965.5050 Principal: Dr. Gary Davison gdavison@forsyth.k12.ga.us
North Forsyth High 3635 Coal Mountain Drive 770.781.6637 Principal: Beth Hebert bhebert@forsyth.k12.ga.us
South Forsyth High 585 Peachtree Parkway, 770.781.2264 Principal: Jeff Cheney jcheney@forsyth.k12.ga.us
West Forsyth High 4155 Drew Road 770.888.3470 Acting Principal: Heather Gordy hgordy@forsyth.k12.ga.us
2830 Old Atlanta Road, 770.205.6277 Head of School, Kathy Lindaman www.montessoriacademygeorgia.com
Montessori at Vickery 6285 Post Road, 770.777.9131 Head of School, Kathy Lindaman www.montessorivickery.com
Montessori Kids Academy 3034 Old Atlanta Road, 678.208.0774 School Admin., Maureen Danbury www.montessoricumming.com
Pinecrest Academy 955 Peachtree Parkway, 770.888.4477 Head of School: Fr. Robert Presutti www.pinecrestacademy.com
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nhaling deeply I check my inbox and click on the reply, from my latest job application. Yes … as I exhale I read the lines and think, I shouldn’t be surprised, this is no different from all the others. How many hours have you spent on online job applications? Only to get that email that thanks you for your application and wish you well with your search, as they politely inform you, you are just “not the candidate “ they are considering at this time. To say it is frustrating is simply not enough.
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Well if you are like me, trying return to the world of a “structured, corporate, organized” workplace you are nodding your head as you read this; sharing in the reality. It’s been close to five years now since I have not been formally immersed in the traditional work environment. The reasons are many and span from relocation, to family commitments to even freelancing. There have been many important lessons learned along the way. So what’s the most important one? “Connecting, liaising, networking”, what do these words mean? Well in my opinion they remind me that if I don’t practice them, then the chances of me landing any opportunity are slim. In today’s world of technology and social media the personal or human connection go a long way. It is the one thing that can possibly get you pass all the resume databases, and software scanning for key words to match the advertised opportunity. “Networking” has perhaps moved on from being a mere buzzword to a way of life for professionals. It is the thing that will help you land that next opportunity, whether you are looking or not. The more you network, the more you get your “PERSONAL and PROFESSIONAL” brand out to the masses . Making the connection whether it is via a social function, a professional organization or a gathering of mutual friends is the step, that may help get you past the robotic resume scans. It’s about getting your brand out there! Networking tips • Always be ready to share YOUR brand • Have a leave behind (business cards) • Have an elevator speech ready at all times • Share yourself as nobody else is committed to doing it for you • Attend events that you are linked to professionally • Embrace all types of networking online (via groups, LinkedIn, alumni organizations etc.) and face to face • Do not ignore social mixers, it not always in the office opportunity can strike But most of all … Just how “location, location, location” is the chant for realtors, for job seekers it’s “networking, networking, networking”n Rookmin Maharaj is an experienced, journalist, corporate communications specialist and Storyteller. Her objective is to put all the pieces together in the right way to reach the right audience at the right time. A former broadcast news reporter/anchor, she has lived in three regions of the western world and at least six states in the US. She is and island girl from the twin island republic of Trinidad and Tobago – the southern most island in the Caribbean.
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s school back in session where you live? When I was growing up, school never started until after Labor Day. But here in the South, where the days are hot and muggy, August is as good a time as any to return to reading, writing, and ‘rithmatic. Heading back to school usually means buying new clothes, trying out for sports teams, and making new friends. Friendships are critically important. And the right friends can be an excellent influence on your kids: giving them encouragement, and challenging them to do their best. But the wrong friends can spell disaster.
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HARACTERISTICS OF FRIENDSHIP The Bible gives us a glimpse of what a great friendship looks like. Remember David and Jonathan? “The soul of Jonathan was knit with the soul of David, and Jonathan loved him as his own soul...” (1 Samuel 18:1b). They were kindred spirits. What made their friendship something special? challenged one another to do what was right. Their l They friendship was built on a love for the Lord. (1 Samuel
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Houses of NON-DENOMINATIONAL Eastgate Church 2820 Brookwood Road, Cumming 770.888.8852 Sunday Morning Worship Times: 9:00 & 11:00 am Wednesday Night services 7:00 pm Pastors: David & Robin Houtsma www.eastgatechurch.org
BAPTIST Antioch Baptist Church 2465 Antioch Road 770.887.6900 Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Service: 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. AWANA: Sunday at 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study: 7 p.m. Pastor: Travis Bridgeman www.welcometoantioch.org
Cumming Baptist Church 115 Church Street, 770.205.6699 Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship service: 10:50 a.m. Pastor: Dr. Barry Crocker www.cummingbaptist.net
First Baptist Cumming 1597 Sawnee Drive, 770.887.2428 Sunday Services: 9:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service & Bible Fellowship Groups 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service & Bible Fellowship Groups Wednesday: 6:15 p.m. AWANA Pastor: Dr. Bob Jolly www.firstbaptistcumming.org
First Redeemer Church 2100 Peachtree Parkway, 678.513.9400 Sunday Services: 9:15AM – Contemporary Service (Auditorium) 10:45AM – Blended Service (Auditorium) 9:00AM & 10:45AM; 6:30PM Bible Fellowship Jeff Jackson, Senior Pastor www.firstredeemer.org
Greater Heights Baptist Church 3790 Post Road, 770.887.4802 Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.
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Sunday Evening: 5 p.m. Wednesday Evening & AWANA: 7 p.m. Pastor: Chris Grinstead www.ghbcc.org
Longstreet Baptist Church 6868 Campground Road, 770.889.1959 www.longstreetchurch.com Sunday School: 10 a.m. Worship Service: 11 a.m. Wednesday night adult and youth activities
North Lanier Baptist Church 829 Atlanta Highway, 770.781.5433 Church service times: 9:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Bible Studies 11 a.m. Celebration Worship Service (main auditorium) Hispanic Service is at 10:30 a.m. in our Activities Center
Refuge Baptist Church 3525 Pilgrim Mill Road, 678.807.7746 Sunday Bible Study: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Services: 10:45 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Service: 7 p.m. www.refugebaptistchurch.org
EPISCOPAL St. Columba’s Church 939 James Burgess Road, Suwanee, 770.888.4464 Wednesday Services: 6:30 p.m. Saturdays Service: 5:30 p.m. Sunday Service: 7:45, 9 & 11:15 a.m. Rector: Father Tripp Norris Curate: Father Daron Vroon www.saintcolumba.net
The Episcopal Church of the Holy Spirit 724 Pilgrim Mill Road, 770.887.8190 Services: Thursdays 12 noon, Sundays 8:30 and 10:45 a.m. Rector: Keith Oglesby www.ecohs.net
GREEK ORTHODOX Saints Raphael, Nicholas, and Irene Greek Orthodox Church 3074 Bethelview Rd., 770.781.5250 Divine Liturgy every Sunday at 10 AM Pastor: Fr. Barnabas Powell www.stsrni.org
LUTHERAN Living Faith Lutheran Church, LCMS 103 Buford Dam Road, 770.887.0184 Sunday School: 9:00am, all ages Sunday Worship: 10:15am, 12:30pm (Korean) Wednesday Evening Fellowship Meal 6:00pm Bible Study for all ages 7:00pm Pastor Tim Droegemueller livingfaithoffice@bellsouth.net www.livingfaithlutheran.com facebook/livingfaithlutheranchurch
Christ The King Lutheran Church (Evangelical Lutheran Church In America) 1125 Bettis-Tribble Gap Rd. Cumming, Ga. 30040 770.889.5328 ctklutheran.com Sunday Worship Service 8 & 11 AM – Traditional 9 AM – Blended 10 AM – Discipleship Hour (Sun. School)
OTHER Baha’is of Forsyth County 1-800-22-UNITE www.forsythbahais.org Crossroads Church of the Nazarene 6160 Southard Trace Cumming, GA 30040 678.977.0328 www.mycrossroadschurch.net
Castle Christian Church 3149 Old Atlanta Road, Suwanee 678.648.5248 www.castlechristianchurch.com Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study: 7 p.m. Senior Minister: Jason Rodenbeck jason@castlechristian.com
Family By Faith Worship Center 4805 Atlanta Highway, Alpharetta (Midway Elementary School), 678.230.4800 Small Groups: 9:30 a.m. Worship: 10:30 a.m. Nursery available Pastor: Randy Grimes www.familybyfaith.com
First Christian Church 1270 Sawnee Dr., Cumming, 770.887.5542 Pastor Stan Percival www.fccga.org
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 510 Brannon Road, Cumming, GA 678.455.5290 – Hall Phone Worship Service: 9 am, 11:30 am, and 2 pm Visitors Welcome Nursery available
LifePoint Christian Church 3140 Old Atlanta Road Cumming, GA 30041 Sunday Small Groups: 9:00 a.m. Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. Childcare available Pastor: Chris Stovall www.lifepoint.org
NewSong Community Church 433 Canton Road, Suite 306, Located across from Ingles, behind the National Guard in Building 300, 770.888.5212 Sunday Worship Service at 10:30 a.m. Pastor Case Koolhaas www.newsongweb.org
Rameshori Buddhist Center 130 Allen Road, Unit B Sandy Springs, 30328, 404.255.1585
PRESBYTERIAN Deer Creek Shores Presbyterian Church 7620 Lanier Drive, 770.887.6801 Sunday School all ages: 9:45 am Sunday Traditional Worship Service: 11 a.m. Childcare available Pastor: John S. Martin www.deercreekshores.org email: dcspres@comcast.net
Chalcedon Presbyterian Church 302 Pilgrim Mill Road, 770.205.9390 www.chalcedon.org | www.rpcus.com Sunday Worship: 11:00 am Pastor, Dr. Joseph C. Morecraft, III.
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any of us living outside of town learned to drive tractors before 12 so it was natural for us to learn to drive earlier on the dirt roads near us. At first Dad sat in the middle ready to move his foot to the correct petal. Letting out the clutch when starting on a hill without killing the motor, finding the correct gear for the right speed and knowing how to parallel park were the important lessons we needed to learn. If there was driver’s education I never knew anyone who had taken it.
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ow wonderful, returning to school now that you could drive there in your own car. With a loan from Dad, I bought my first car on my 16th birthday just after getting my permanent license. Payments on $185 were
made weekly from my drugstore soda fountain job. Many of the guy’s cars were classics like the ‘55-‘57 Chevrolets which had been passed on to the boys after their fathers got the latest model. One guy, living with his grandparents, drove the ‘53 Cadillac they could no longer drive. Another, driving an older car like mine, put a V8 in a little Henry J (called the Allstate when sold in Sears’ catalog), where the back seat used to be. It was faster than the newer cars but it took an hour or two to regain your hearing after you rode with him. The styling of my ‘48 Chevy wasn’t like the ‘54 or ‘55 I had hoped to own nor was it fast but I had a part of the American dream that I‘d own it as soon as Dad was paid back!
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y story, learning to drive, is purely American. As teenagers we owned cars, earned wages working part time, choosing from automobile styles of competing car companies and modifying our cars. Unfairly, the free enterprise system is often referred to as Capitalism, meaning that the control of money is in the hands of a few when it should mean its control isn’t in a few hands of government leaders. What country more fairly rewards its citizens according to their talents and labor? Jeremiah 22:13 “Woe (sorrow or trouble) unto him that buildeth his house (palace) . . . that useth his neighbor’s service without wages . . .” Not giving the wages to the people who earned them is unbiblical. “America! God shed His grace on thee.”n By: David Hill
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earning to drive is one of the most exciting events in a teenager’s life. It created a miraculous change in the attitude of a 16 year old toward going back to school. Our school parking lot looked like a modern classic car show. The youth of today may only dream of cars having beautiful chrome trimmed dashboards inside and those elaborate chrome bumpers outside. Much of the modern car is made of synthetic material that wilts and warps as the car ages. When the new models were introduced we enthusiastically awaited their delivery. They were delivered hidden beneath canvas car covers until their early “invitation only” preintroduction showings. Every year offered new styling. Cars with 4 headlights rather than 2, tailfins, taillights that opened to fill the gas tank and some even had record players for listening to the latest 45s. Each year the animals beneath the hood roared louder. Soon the names cougar, tiger, ram, mustang, firebird, barracudas and jaguar were used to describe the horsepower competition.
Rev. David Hill is a Cumming resident and frequent guest preacher at Antioch Baptist Church. * Biblical quotes are from the King James Version of The Bible.
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Parkway Presbyterian Church 5830 Bethelview Road, 678.889.8694 Traditional Worship: Sundays 9:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship: Sundays11:00 a.m. Brazilian Ministry Sunday Services: 7:00 p.m. (The service is in Portuguese.) Rev. Bill Ford, Senior Pastor Rev. Cido Araujo, Assoc. Pastor of Brazilian Ministries
Parkway Church 5830 Bethelview Road, 770.889.8694 (½ mile west of GA 400 exit 13) Sunday Traditional Service: 9 a.m. Sunday Contemporary Service: 11 a.m. Childcare available for both services Senior Pastor: Bill Ford parkway-church.org email: info@parkway-church.org
The Vine Community Church 4655 Bethelview Road, 678.990.9395 Sunday Services: 9 & 10:45 a.m. Wednesday: Middle and High School youth meet at 7:15 – 8:30 p.m. Pastor: Jon Adams thevinecommunitychurch.com
ROMAN CATHOLIC Church of Good Shepherd 3740 Holtzclaw Road 770.887.9861 Mass: Saturday Vigil, 5 p.m.; Sundays,7:30, 9 & 10:30 a.m. and 12 noon; 5:30p.m. Spanish Mass, 1:30 p.m. Weekdays: 9 a.m Pastor: Father Frank goodshepherdcumming.com
St. Brendan Catholic Church 4633 Shiloh Road, 770.205.7969 Mass: Saturday Vigil: 5 p.m. Sunday: 7:30, 9 & 11 a.m. & 5 p.m. Spanish Mass: 1 p.m. Weekdays: 8:30 a.m. Pastor: Fr. Matthew Van Smoorenburg, LC Parochial Vicars: Fr. Joseph Ramos, LC and Fr. Juan Guerra, LC stbrendansatl.com
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UNITED METHODIST Bethelview United Methodist Church 4525 Bethelview Road, 770.887.4888 Sunday Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. bethelview.net (child care available) Pastor: Rev. Deborah Griffith
Piedmont United Methodist Church
The Inspiration Network of Cumming
1170 Dahlonega Highway, 770.887.0770 Sunday Services Bible Study 10 a.m. Traditional Service 11 a.m. Bible Study 5 p.m. PiedmontUMC@bellsouth.net
Meeting: Third Wed. from 7 – 8:30 p.m. Location: The Nurturing Nook, 205 Pilgrim Mill Road Contact: Leanne Temple, 678.965.5969
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Cumming First United Methodist Church 770 Canton Highway, 770.887.2900 Sunday Services: 8:45 and 11 a.m. – traditional worship services 9:51 a.m. – contemporary worship services 1:30 p.m. – Hispanic/Latino worship service en Español 9 a.m. – lake service (May-August) Senior Minister Dr. Jeff Ross
Lanier United Methodist Church 1979 Buford Highway, 770.887.0615 Sunday Traditional Service: 8:45 a.m. Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Contemporary Praise Service: 11 a.m. Nursery available for both services Pastor: Ted Miller lanierumc.org
Midway United Methodist Church 5025 Atlanta Highway, Alpharetta 770.475.5230 Sunday Traditional Worship: 8:30 a.m. Sunday Children’s Church: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School all ages: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Contemporary Worship: 10:45 a.m. midwayumc.org
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS BUSINESS NETWORKING Central Forsyth Leads Group Meeting: Second & fourth Tues. 11 a.m. — 1 p.m. Location: The Columns at Pilgrim Mill Apartments Contact: Nancy Wright, 770.886.0500 or nancyw@ecigroups.com Information: No fees. Open to all
Forsyth County Women’s Club Meeting: Third Thurs. of each mo. at 11:00 a.m. – $22 lunch Location: Windermere Golf Club Contact: Johanna Morgan 678.525.9309 jlmorgan1960@gmail.com Information:Membership is open to all women of Forsyth and surrounding counties Program includes group activities, information and more. Website:forsythcountywomensclub.net
Forsyth Network for Business Professionals Meeting: Thurs.11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Location: Bello Italian Restaurant 101 Meadow Drive Contact: Tiffany Allen at tiffany@servpro8378.com or 770.887.1962 Information: $50 membership fee and $10 monthly. Visit twice for free. No occupation overlap. Call first.
Meeting: Every Tues. at 12 Noon Location: Various chamber member restaurants Contact: 770.887.6461 or cummingforsythchamber.org Information: $15 for members and $30 for non-members
South Forsyth Leads Group Meeting: 2nd and 4th Wed. at 11:30 a.m. No fees Location: Starbucks-141 and Ronald Reagan – John’s Creek, 435 Peachtree Parkway Cumming, GA 30041 Contact: Robin Grier 770.887.2772 rgrier@harborfs.com
Women Who Mean Business Meeting: First Tues. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. Location: Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce Event’s Facility 513 W. Maple Street Contact: 770.887.6461 Information: Free for members; $30 for non-members Register online at cummingforsythchamber.org.
CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS Health Center (CHC) Serving the medical needs of North Georgia since 1979.
Horse Rescue, Relief & Retirement Fund, Inc. Contact: 770.886.5419 Website: savethehorses.org
Clubs & Organizations Humane Society of Forsyth County No-Kill Shelter
RECREATION & HOBBIES Cumming Garden Club
Location: 4440 Keith Bridge Road Contact: 770.887.6480 Information: Non-profit, no-kill shelter for cats and dogs. Website: forsythpets.org
Contact: 770.844.7061 Meeting: Held second Tues. of each month from Sept. until May at 10:00 AM Information: Non-profit organization with the purposes of educating members & the community in gardening, conservation & creative expression.
There’s Hope for the Hungry Contact: 678.513.9400 Information: Non-profit organization partnering with churches across North Georgia to feed those in need. Website: thereshope.org
Whispering Hope Resource & Pregnancy Center Location: 133 Samaritan Drive, Suite 306 Information: Non-profit organization dedicated to informing, educating, and providing an outstretched hand to women who face an untimely pregnancy Contact: 770.889.8302, whisperinghope4u@bellsouth.net Website: WhisperingHope.org
CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS Ducktown Chapter #460 – Order of the Eastern Star Meeting: Location: Contact:
2nd & 4th Fri at 7:30 p.m. 4655 Canton Hwy 770.887.8147
Rotary Club of South Forsyth Meeting: Wed. at 12:15 p.m. Location: 6300 Polo Club Drive Website: southforsythrotaryclub.org
Location: Land of a Thousand Hills Coffee House 5095 Post Road, Cumming Contact: Ann Linke at parkway-chruch.org holisticmomforsyth@yahoo.com Website: holisticmoms.org
Labrador Friends of the South, Inc. Location: Contact: Website:
PO Box 933, Cumming labfriendinfo@gmail.com labradorfriends.com
Cuong Nhu Martial Arts Club
Moms Club of Cumming – North
Contact: 404.423.3524 Meeting: Every other Wed. at 7 p.m. Location: Central Park Website: meetup.com/North-Atlanta-CuongNhu-Martial-Arts-Club/ Information: No fees, open to 16 yrs +
Monthly meetings with informational speakers, park play days, holiday parties, fieldtrips, playgroups and a monthly MOMS Night Out. Contact: momscummingnorth@yahoo.com Website: momsclub.org
Piecemakers Quilt Guild
Moms Club of Cumming – Southwest
Meeting: 2nd Tues. of each month; 4th Tuesday is “sewcialbee” (community quilts, classes or just getting together) Location: Christ the King Lutheran Church 1125 Bettis-Tribble Gap Road, Cumming Website: piecemakersga.netw
SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS AA Cumming Meeting: Meets four times daily Location: Ingles Shopping Center at 432 Canton Highway (Hwy 20) Second suite on far left. 24/7 Line: 770.886.0696 Information: Group of Alcoholics Anonymous located in Forsyth County Website: aacummingga.org
Holistic Moms Network – Forsyth County Monthly meetings with informational speakers, yoga group, play groups Meeting: 2nd Tues. of each month at 6:30 p.m.
Single Mom Meeting Connect with other single moms, learn about paths to higher education and get links to community resources. Light dinner provided and free on-site childcare/ homework help provided. Meeting: 2nd Thurs.every month at 6:30pm Location: 210 Dahlonega St., Suite 203, Cumming Contact: Valerie Daniel Faith’s House, Inc. 770.205.6311 Website: faithshouseinc.org
SMART Recovery Meeting: Location: Website:
Every Tues. at 6:30 p.m. Professional Recovery Counseling, LLC. 107 W. Court house Sq., Suite 274 smartrecovery.org
Meeting: Last Tues. of each month Contact: momsclub.org
NAMI Forsyth Dawson Lumpkin Meeting: Second and fourth Thurs. of each month 7PM-8:30PM (excluding major holidays). Two support meetings (for consumers and family members) held the second Thursday of each month Educational meeting on the fourth Thursday of each month Location: Forsyth County Senior Center, 595 Dahlonega Highway, Cumming, Ga. 30040 Information: Two support groups (family & peer) meet every Thurs. except the last when there is a speaker. Contact: Flo Giltman lgiltma1@gmail.com Website: namifdlga.org
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FINANCIAL POWER OF ATTORNEYcont. from page 13 Financial Power of Attorney. A discussion with an attorney will help you determine the options which are most suitable for your situation. A Financial Power of Attorney is an extremely important document that can be used to avoid the necessity of the appointment of a conservator by the court when a person becomes incapacitated. If a person becomes incapacitated and has not executed a Financial Power of Attorney, an individual who wants/needs to act on behalf of the incapacitated person has to go through probate court and be appointed conservator over the property. This is known as a Conservatorship proceeding. Conservatorships entail close court supervision, including the necessity to post a bond, filing annual returns and can actually hinder an individual’s ability to effectively manage the financial affairs of the incapacitated person.n
Bottle trees are great as well. I have been experimenting with more organic shapes with my bottle trees and I like it much better than the square ones I have seen. Most people like the iron to be black but I like mine green or brown to mimic the natural colors in nature. The best thing about bottle trees is the variety of color and the fact that you never have to water them. I always try to use living flowers whenever I can. Usually the design is about eighty percent perennial and twenty percent annual. But once in a blue moon I run into a spot that is hard to maintain and opt for something a little more durable like steel and concrete. If you have a tough spot that needs a little something, look at pots, statuary, fountains, or garden art to add a long lasting and fun burst of color. Happy gardening and remember, plant the green side up!n
CHILDREN’S EYE HEALTH, NUTRITION AND SAFTEY (AND ADULTS TOO!) cont. from page 32 wine, citrus fruits, bilberries, blueberries, cherries, legumes, soy products. Lutein and Zeaxanthin - may prevent cataracts and macular degeneration.Food sources: Spinach, kale, turnip greens, collard greens, squash. Omega-3 Fatty Acids - May help prevent macular degeneration (AMD) and dry eyes.Food sources: Cold-water fish, fish oil supplements, freshly ground flaxseeds, walnuts. Vitamin A - may protect against night blindness and dry eyes. Found in Beef or chicken liver; eggs, butter, milk. Vitamin C, D and E, may reduce the risk of cataracts and macular degeneration. Food sources: Sweet peppers, kale, strawberries, broccoli, oranges, cantaloupe, salmon, sardines, mackerel, and a few minutes of exposure to the sun daily will ensure adequate amount of Vitamin D. Almonds, sunflower seeds, hazelnuts. In general, it’s best to obtain most nutrients through a healthy diet, including at least two servings of fish per week and plenty of colorful fruits and vegetables. So have a sunny day and top your yogurt ice-cream with berries!n
SO YOU WANT TO BUY A CAR cont. from page 24 especially in the long run. What will this purchase prevent you from doing or having sometime in the future? It may prevent you from a new house, a long desired vacation, or achievement of retirement goals in a shorter window than normal. You can be different. Consider these options to still have the car you want or maybe one better. •Save up and pay cash. You can and will buy more car than you think when you have cash. •Buy used cars. Do your research and your homework to find and purchase the deal that someone else has already eaten a good chunk of the depreciation on. •If you HAVE TO finance, finance for the shortest window possible and put as much cash in the deal that you can. •Keep driving the one you have. Don’t desire a new car to keep up with others. Be intentional and think long term. While buying a car, two questions distinguish a broke person from a rich person - “how much can I afford” instead of “what will this cost me”.n , DEPENDABLE COLORS FOR TOUGH SPOTS cont. from page 24
more holes in that area. I no longer feel like I’m wasting time and money. I have started building lots of garden art for the nursery; colorful birds and flowers that I build out of old garden tools and flatware. I love to use the old shovels and rakes because they are great conversation pieces. Call me crazy but I feel like they belong in the garden. The great thing about metal garden art is that it lasts forever and you change the color as often as you wish. With a can of spray paint you can go from pink to red in minutes.
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FIVE WAYS DIVORCING PARENTS CAN UPSET A JUDGE cont. from page 24
mother. The act of leaving the home tells the court that it is the mother who is going to be responsible for taking care of the children, and in such a case, the father will likely lose his custody fight. Bad-mouthing your spouse in front of your children. Conduct after the case is filed can be just as important as conduct prior to filing. Don’t let emotions get the better of you! Making derogatory comments about a spouse in front of the children can also be a disaster for you and your children. n
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AUTO REPAIR/CAR CENTER Scott’s Auto Center – Insidie Front Cover 678.947.4040 www.scottsautocenter.net
LIFE INSURANCE/SECURITIES/ INVESTMENTS Connie Foster, Met Life – pg.25 770.844.8005 www.gemsinart.com
BOOK PUBLISHERS BookLogix Publishing Services, Inc. – pg. 33 770.346.9979 www.booklogix.com
MORTGAGES OnQ Financial – pg. 31 404.445.1033 | 770-883-2015 www.pamwright.onqalpharetta.com
DANCE ACADEMY/INSTRUCTION Cumming Dance Academy – pg. 7 770.781.4922 www.CummingDanceAcademy.com DENTIST/DENTAL CARE Jordan Dentistry – pg. 28 770.888.6262 www.JordanDentistry.com GREETING CARDS Doing It Divine – pg.49 www.doingitdivine.com HOME MOVING/CONSTRUCTION/ REMODEL Hercules House Movers – pg.32 770.235.7999 www.herculeshousemovers.com
North Atlanta Ear, Nose & Throat (NAENTA) – page 27 770.292.3045 www.naenta.com Obstetrics & Gynecology of Atlanta – pg. 27 404.252.1137 www.obgynofatlanta.com
PET ADOPTION/RESCUE Humane Society of Forsyth County – pg. 38 770.889.1365 | 770.887.6480 www.forsythpets.org
REAL ESTATE The Dinsmore Team – pg. 14 770.712.7789 www.dinsmoreteam.com
PHOTOGRAPHY Kim Bates Photography – pg. 37 770.617.7597 www.kimbatesphotoart.com
RESTAURANTS /FOOD SERVICES/ CATERING Casa Nouva – pg. 20 770.475.9100 www. casanuovarestaurant.com
Adam Pendleton – pg. 14 678.208.7077 www.AdamPendleton.com PHYSICIANS/MEDICAL SERVI CES Northside Hospital Forsyth – pg. 1, 28 770.844.3200 www.northside.com
JEWELRY STORE Gems In Art – pg.3 770.844.8005 www.gemsinart.com
Narendra Singh, MD – pg. 29 Atlanta Heart Specialists 678.679.6800 | 770.622.1622 www.heartdrsingh.com
Fresh ‘n Fit Cuisine – pg. 31 678.208.0341 www.freshnfit.com Lenny’s Sub Shop – pg. 38 678.947.0336 | Fax Orders: 678.947.5343 Norman’s Landing – pg. 25 770.886.0100 www.normanslanding.com
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT President Barack H. Obama (D) 202.456.1414 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, fax: 202.456.2461 Washington, D.C. 20500 Website: whitehouse.gov e-mail: president@whitehouse.gov
Senator Saxby Chambliss (R) 202.224.3521 Atlanta Office: 100 Galleria Parkway Suite 1340 GA: 770.763.9090 Atlanta, GA 30339 fax: 202.224.0103 Website: chambliss.senate.gov e-mail: use contact form on website
Senator Johnny Isakson (R) 202.224.3643 Atlanta Office: One Overton Park, Suite 970 GA: 770.661.0999 3625 Cumberland Boulevard Atlanta, GA 30339 Website: isakson.senate.gov
Rep. Tom Graves (R), District 9 202.225.5211 Georgia Office: Wachovia Center GA: 770.535.2592 500 Jesse Jewel Parkway, Suite 301, Gainesville, GA 30503 Website: tomgraves.house.gov
Rep. Rob Woodall. (R), District 7 770.963.2420 Email: woodall@mail.house.gov Website: woodall.house.gov
Rep. Mark Hamilton (R), District 23 770.844.6768 e-mail: mark.hamilton@house.ga.gov
Rep. Mike Dudgeon (R), District 24 770.887.0400 e-mail: mike.dudgeon@house.ga.gov
Rep. Amos Amerson (R), District 9 404.657.8534 e-mail: amos.amerson@house.ga.gov
FORSYTH COUNTY GOVERNMENT Forsyth County Board of Commissioners 110 East Main Street, Suite 210, Cumming, GA 30040 770.781.2101 Website: forsythco.com fax: 770.781.2199
County Manager Doug Derrer: 770.781.2101 fax : 770.781.2199
COMMISSIONERS R.J. (Pete) Amos, District 1 (R) 678.513.5881 e-mail: rjamos@forsythco.com
404.652.7003 Website: gov.state.ga.us fax: 404.652.7123
Lt. Governor Casey Cagle 404.656.5030 Website: gov.state.ga.us
Senator Jack Murphy (R), District 27 770.887.1960 e-mail: jack.murphy@senate.ga.gov fax: 770.205.0602
Senator Steve Gooch (R), District 51 678.341.6203 e-mail: steve.gooch@statesenate.ga.gov fax: 770.844.5821
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770.887.2461 1120 Dahlonega Highway Cumming Website: forsyth.k12.ga.us 1092 Tribble Gap Road, Cumming, GA 30040 Website: forsythco.com
BOARD OF EDUCATION Ann Crow, District 1 (R) 770.490.6316 e-mail: ACrow@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Kristin Morrissey, District 2 (R) 770.781.5222 e-mail: KMorrisey@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Tom Cleveland, District 3 (R) 770.657.0810 e-mail: TCleveland@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Darla Light, District 4 770.887.0678 e-mail: DLight@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Nancy Roche, Chairperson, District 5 (R) 770.889.0229 e-mail: NRoche@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Brian R. Tam, District 2 (R) 678.513.5882 e-mail: brtam@forsythco.com
Todd Levent, District 3 (R) STATE GOVERNMENT Governor Nathan Deal (R)
FORSYTH COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM Superintendent, Dr. L.C. (Buster) Evans
770.781.2101 e-mail: tlevent@forsythco.com
Cindy Mills, District 4 (R) 678.513.5884 e-mail: cjmills@forsythco.com
Jim Boff, District 5 (R) 678.513.5885 e-mail: jjboff@forsythco.com
Forsyth County Tax Commissioner Matthew C. Ledbetter 770.781.2110
CITY OF CUMMING Mayor Henry Ford Gravitt Cumming City Hall 770.781.2010 100 Main Street, Cumming, GA 30040
Cumming City Council Members: Quincy Holton, Lewis Ledbetter, Ralph Perry, John Pugh and Rupert Sexton
City Administrator Gerald Blackburn 770.781.2010
City Clerk Jeff Honea jhonea@cityofcumming.net
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EMERGENCY — 911 HOTLINES — 24 HOUR HELP LINES Battered Women Hotline 770.479.1703
Poison Control Center — Atlanta
Hampton Park Library 770.781.9840 5345 Settingdown Road
Sharon Forks Branch 770.781.9840 2810 Old Atlanta Road
404.616.9000
Outside Metro Atlanta 800.222.1222
Rite-Call (Child Medical Problems) (404) 250-KIDS
Sexual Assault & Family Violence Center 770.428.2666
MEDICAL Georgia Highlands Medical Services 770.887.1668 260 Elm Street ghms-inc.org
PARKS AND RECREATION City of Cumming Main Number: 770.781.2030 410 Pilgrim Mill Road
Central Park Office 770.781.2215
Central Park Recreation Center 678.455.8540 2300 Keith Bridge Road
Neighborhood Healthcare Center 770.844.7494 2825 Keith Bridge Road 770.886.7135
Health Department 770.781.6906 428 Canton Highway
770.888.2788 6050 Y Street
POST OFFICE
770.886.2388 525 Tribble Gap Road
UTILITIES City of Cumming 770.781.2020
Water & Sewer Forsyth County Water & Sewer Department 770.781.2160 110 East Main Street forsythco.com
Solid Waste
770.781.3491 235 Castleberry Road
Advanced Disposal/Eagle Point Landfill 770.887.6063 8880 Old Federal Road, Ball Ground advanceddisposal.com
Windermere Park
Olde Atlanta Recycling LLC
Cumming Fairgrounds
(770) 781 – 2215 3355 Windermere Parkway
Northside Hospital — Forsyth 770.844.3200 1200 Northside Forsyth Drive northside.com
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GOLF CLUBS Chestatee Golf Club 706.216.7336 777 Dogwood Way, Dawsonville
Country Land Golf Course 770.887.0006 6560 Mayfield Drive
770.205.6912 2535 Ivy Street East
Waste Management, Inc. 770.751.1304 774 McFarland Road, Alpharetta wm.com
RECYCLING Keep Forsyth County Beautiful 770.205.4573
Polo Golf & Country Club FIRE AND LAW ENFORCEMENT City of Cumming Police Department 770.781.2000 301 Veterans Memorial Boulevard cummingpd.net
770.887.7656 6300 Polo Club Drive
TELEPHONE AT&T
Windermere Golf Club
Residential 888.757.6500 Business 866.213.6300 att.com
678.513.1000 5000 Davis Love Drive
Forsyth County Fire Department 770.781.2180 3520 Settingdown Road forsythco.com
Georgia State Patrol 770.205.5400
LIBRARIES Forsyth County Public Library
FORSYTH COUNTY MARINAS Habersham Marina 770.887.5432 2200 Habersham Marina Road
Port Royale Marina
ELECTRICITY Georgia Power 888.660.5890
Sawnee Electric Membership 770.887.2363
770.887.5715 9200 LanMar Road, Gainesville
770.781.9840 585 Dahlonega Road forsythpl.org
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