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All Things Soldier A Soldier From The South Medals In Rio... The South has risen again, literally, or perhaps it would be more accurate to say that with the help of a pole, a Southerner has soared in Rio de Janiero... Page 4
Athens Rehab Spotlight Spotlight On Antonio Dilemmo... On March 22nd, 1924, a true hero of the Greatest Generation named Antonio Dilemmo was born in Brooklyn. He goes by Tony, is an artisan woodworker, and moved here... Page 5
The Millennial Mind Nature and Nature’s God... The United States of America is one of God’s greatest gifts to humanity. Such a declaration is belittled in a culture shaped by... Page 9
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By Ali Elizabeth Turner
On August 23rd, citizens of Athens will be casting their vote for the two City Council positions that have opponents. In our interview, I asked Charles Sample to tell me what had motivated to seek
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Publisher’s Point
How Long Will Hillary Be Held Up?
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What I mean by the question is not, how long ‘til every obstacle in the way of a Clinton presidency is removed, literally or figuratively. I mean how long will she be physically held up by men and doctors around her until she collapses? In the past two weeks, there has been a rising tide of concern over whether or not Hillary Rodham Clinton is neurologically and thereby physically fit to take on the most stressful job on the planet. Now, it is true that FDR was physically propped up at times, and helped to stand when he made addresses, but that was due to the after effects of polio, which withered his limbs. Here is what we do know: Hillary has had several falls, some notably reported on the mainstream evening news. We know she was in the hospital for nearly a year. We know she has debilitating coughing fits. We know she has been caught on film making very strange, Parkinson-like movements. While I am not a medical person, I will tell you that she reminds me of Michael J. Fox, especially when he is not on medication to subdue his movements, and she mimics the movements of a childhood friend, also a Parkinson’s sufferer, who I had to help feed at Christmas a few years ago. Then there is the picture of the lesion on her tongue, as well as the crater that is there now. More subjective are the outbursts of anger,
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the maniacal, inappropriate laughter, and the telling absence of any venue which would by necessity have the presence of flashing cameras. What in the world is going on with this woman? Rumors range from stroke to Parkinson’s to tongue cancer to HPV to blood clots to mental illness.
est count from the last six weeks is 5, all with strong ties to Hillary. That makes the total body count of people who have mysteriously died during the Clinton regime close to 50. More tellingly, the deafening silence on the part of the media says more than if they were reporting it nightly.
forbid, we have to use a nuclear solution to a problem, and exposed him. Is this a demonstration of being “fit” to have the nuclear codes?
Secret Service members, who simply do not talk about this kind of thing, have anonymously broken their silence and reached out to the media. They are allegedly going to make an announcement at the end of August, and we shall see what happens with that. Julian Assange claims to have more emails. Could the supposedly non-essential communiqués reveal that she is terribly ill?
There is another development, something that is just never done during a presidential campaign, and that is to have a sitting member of the Executive Branch co-present a campaign speech. Vice President Joe Biden is speaking in concert with Hillary, and then the unthinkable happened: Joe Biden, in the process of bashing Donald Trump and claiming he’s not fit to have access to the nuclear codes, pointed at the guy whose full time job is to follow Joe Biden around with the codes in the event that, God
easing into the position of the Democratic Party nominee for President, and the “big announcement” will be that Hillary will step down? We shall see, and may the truth not only come out, but speak to power.
Then there are the bodies that are stacking up on Hillary’s watch. The lat-
My husband was the one to tell me about the Biden blooper, and he was met with stunned silence. Is it possible that Joe Biden is
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All Things Soldier
A Soldier From The South Medals In Rio by Ali Elizabeth Turner
The South has risen again, literally, or perhaps it would be more accurate to say that with the help of a pole, a Southerner has soared in Rio de Janiero. Army Reserve 2nd Lt. Sam Kendricks made it over the pole vault bar at the height of 19 feet, 2-¼ inches, and took a bronze medal on Monday night at the Rio Olympics. He is the first military member of the U.S. team to medal in 2016. It was also the first time the US had taken a medal in the pole vault event in 12 years, when Tim Mack won the gold, and Toby Stevenson won the silver in the 2004 Athens, Greece games. In keeping with the times, and demonstrating the popularity of Twitter, Army Secretary Eric Fan-
ning tweeted the following on Monday night: "Congrats @samkendricks! USA!" "#ArmyOlympian #TeamUSA." On Tuesday morning Fanning added, "Still thinking about @SamKendricks's medal last night. Now, even more energized for my trip to #Rio2016. #ArmyProud." Secretary Fanning will be part of the delegation that will arrive in Rio as part of the Sunday closing ceremonies. While Kendricks led the competition after the qualifying rounds, he was bested by Brazil's Thiago Silva and France's Renaud Lavillenie in the finals. Silva won gold with an Olympic record of 19 feet, 8 inches with the deafen-
ing support of Brazilian fans. They were so loud that defending Olympic champion Lavillenie, who is also the world record holder, complained about
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the crowd booing him on his final jump. "There is no respect. There is no fair play. It's the Olympics. So if we have no respect in the Olympics, where can we get respect?" Lavillenie makes a fair point, and there was a time when that kind of behavior was unheard of, especially at the Olympics. Kendricks is from Oxford, Mississippi, and set the state high school pole vaulting record in 2009. He graduated from Ole Miss in 2014 and is the five-time U.S. champion. He also represented Team USA at the 2012 London Olympics. I appreciated the fact that Kendricks is cognizant that “the whole world is watching,” and sets a standard for his men and all members of the armed services. He said, "As a military man and as a U.S. athlete, I keep my haircut in order to put the best foot forward for all the
soldiers who are watching. Those guys are really proud of me and have given me every chance to continue as a civilian." He added that he was proud "to represent the Americans on two fronts, as a military man and as a U.S. athlete." While writing this article I learned something interesting about Olympic pole vaulting, and that is that it is one of the least regulated of the sports. The pole can be any length or diameter that the vaulter finds comfortable. It can be made out of anything, and can be wrapped in tape at both ends. The only hard and fast rule is that the surface be smooth. Well, we in the South think Sam’s performance has indeed been pretty smooth in a good way, and he has done us proud as a soldier, as well as an athlete. Congratulations, Lt. Kendricks, and may both your careers be long and filled with honor.
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Athens Rehabilitation And Senior Care Center Spotlight On Antonio Dilemmo by Ali Elizabeth Turner On March 22nd, 1924, a true hero of the Greatest Generation named Antonio Dilemmo was born in Brooklyn. He goes by Tony, is an artisan woodworker, and moved here just a couple of years ago to be near his family. His father was born in Italy, and came over as an indentured servant. His dad served for six years to pay off the price of his passage, became a mason, and Tony was never aware of this part of his father’s story until Tony was in his 50s, and heard his father
share his story with his grandson. Tony endured the things that make people tough, and that included going to bed hungry during the Depression, as well as having no heat in the house during the frigid NY winters. “We used to heat up some of my father’s bricks on the hearth and wrap them in cloth. Then we would put them down by our feet so we could fall asleep. Kids today don’t understand what that is like,” he said. I nodded in agreement.
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At the age of 18, Tony enlisted in the Army, was part of the 82nd Airborne, and was part of the D-Day invasion. His time on Normandy is not something he cares to discuss, and simply says, “I lost a lot of friends.” I thanked him for his service, and for awhile we swapped literal war stories; for my part I told him stories about my dad serving in the Pacific during WWII, as well as a little about being in Iraq for 3 years. He served under General Ridgeway, and emerged from his
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time in the Army as a sergeant. He was actually present for the famous ticker tape parade held in New York City at the end of the war. Tony married Marge, and they had 4 kids. “We were married 3 months short of 70 years,” he told me proudly. They had booked a cruise to celebrate, but Marge passed before they could go on the trip. They also lost two children, and Tony told me, “It was the worst thing in the world. No one should have to bury their children.” He spent his working life as a machinist, and in every respect, he has experienced the American Dream. He lived frugally, invested well, and was able to retire in his mid 50s in order to spend more time with Marge. “Marge loved to fish,” he said. I could have spent all day talking to Tony; it was like being with my dad. But, it was time to move to the topic of “favorites.” Favorite color? Blue Favorite food? Figs. He went on to tell me that his dad had a fig tree in their yard, the only one in Brooklyn. It survived NY winters because his dad made a special box to protect it. They played stick ball, and the fig tree was second base. Favorite actors? Clint Eastwood and Gary Cooper. His favorite movie is Cooper’s “The Plainsman.” Favorite actress? Kate Smith, and how she could sing “God Bless America.”
Favorite President? FDR. “We had bonfires in the street to celebrate the election,” he said. He saw Frank Sinatra, Harry James and Benny Goodman perform in NY, and he used to go to the movies for a nickel. He goes to Lamb of God Church on County Line Road, and his favorite scripture, as well as picture, is the account of the Garden of Gethsemane. “Not my will, but thine…” is a truth he carries in his heart. Biggest change? “Transportation. The most important invention was windshield wipers on cars. Boy, what a difference they made. We used to have to carry a bucket and a rag, pull over, and wipe off the windshields. It was a mess,” he said. He has loved the care he has received during his time at Athens Rehab, but he admits he has gained a few pounds. “There’s so much food!” When he goes home, he’ll go back to working in his woodshop, and will be able to spend more time on his feet, so the pounds should come off quickly. He produces dressers, bedroom furniture, grandfather clocks, mantle clocks, and more. He showed me pictures, and they are indeed beautiful. I asked him what he wants young people to know. He said with a knowing smile, “Learn to manage your money.” Sage advice from Sgt Antonio Dilemmo, an American hero.
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Calendar of Events The Purple Party Aug 19th
Joe Wheeler State Park, 4403 McLean Drive, Rogersville, AL. Join Joe Wheeler State Park for The Purple Party with DJ CC Entertainment playing your favorite Prince hits and more! Wear your Purple and come join the fun. Stay at the lodge for $109.50 includes Tax and Fees, Standard Room, Two Tickets, and Two Drink Tickets. Show only: $15.00 per person; $25.00 per couple. 256-247-5466.
Rockin' the River Aug 20th
Joe Wheeler State Park, 4403 McLean Drive, Rogersville, AL. Live Music Schedule: 1:30-3:30: McTazz Band; 4:00-6:30: Uncle Shoals; 7:00-10:00: The Midnighters. Kids fun area: giant blow up slide: Rise Raptors project; sidewalk chalk; face painting; RVFD smokehouse. Concessions available. Bring your lawn chairs and come ready for a great time. Call 256-247-5461 to make your reservations.
Greenbrier Cooks for Breanna Aug 23rd
Greenbrier Restaurant, 27028 Old Highway 20, Madison, AL. Join Greenbrier restaurant as they cook for Breanna Riggs Smith, wife of Limestone County Sheriff Deputy Justin Smith. Breanna has been diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia and a portion of all sales - dine in or carryout - will be donated to the family to help offset cost of co-pays, visits, meds and other needs.
Elkmont Band Booster 6th Annual Car Show Aug 27th
Elkmont High School, 25630 Evans Avenue, Elkmont, AL. Elkmont Band Booster's annual car show is a fundraiser for the Elkmont High School Band from 10:00AM-2:00PM. $20.00 registration fee for cars - includes entry for 2 people. Admission is $5.00; Ages 10 and under free. Concessions, vendors, prizes and more.
Athens Saturday Markets Aug 27th
Limestone Co Farmers Market Pavilion, 409 West Green Street, Athens, AL. Join the Athens Saturday Market from 8:00AM to 12:00PM Noon for local growers, producers and artisans. Activities for the kids. Live music -- Hew Tyler will be playing an acoustic show at the Pavillion from 9am-Noon. AthensSaturdayMarket.com
Storybook Ball Aug 27th
Athens-Limestone Public Library, 603 South Jefferson Street, Page 6
Athens, AL. Step inside the storybook with the Athens-Limestone Public Library Foundation from 4:00PM to 6:00PM. Meet Giddy Potts, former Athens High School basketball player and current Middle Tennessee State University standout & Big Al, The University of Alabama’s own mascot. Admission is $20.00 for adults, $15.00 for 3-18 and Children 2 and under are free. http:// www.alcpl.org/storybook-ball
Light up the Night Charity 5K Aug 27th
Athens Bible School, 507 Hoffman Street Athens, AL. Come join the Athens Bible School at 7:00PM for the 3rd annual Light Up the Night Charity 5K and Fun Run, presented by Bankston Motor Homes. Runners will weave through the historic district of Athens, AL following luminaries to mark the course and wearing anything that glows. Information and registration www.athensbibleschool. org/giving/lightupthenight5k.cfm
2nd Annual Run Like A Boss Sep 3rd
Central Church of Christ, 320 U.S. Highway 31N, Athens, AL. Don your running and walking shows and help raise awareness for all who are fighting cancer starting at 9:00AM with shotgun start and balloon release. Volunteers welcome. Register online for $25.00 at runlikeaboss.org
Athens Police Reserve Golf Tournament Sep 8th
Canebrake Club, 23015 Founders Circle, Athens, AL. A golf tournament to benefit the Athens Police Department starting at 1:00PM. The money raised will go towards much needed equipment and training. The cost is $300.00 per 4 man team.
Freedom Day Sep 8th
USA Dental Day. Dental Associates of Athens, 105 South Hines Street, Athens, AL. As a thank your to those who have served our country, Veterans and their spouses without dental insurance may receive a complimentary dental visit. Appointments are limited. To schedule, please call: 256-232-1404.
Family Resource Center Training Seminar Sept 16
Training Seminar (4 CEU Hours). Treating the Spiritual Malady/ Ethical Integrity 8am to 12:30pm. Pre-register by 8/26: $20; after/at door: $25. Refreshments / registration begins at 7:30 am. Hosted by ALC Family Resource Center. Event Location: Rodgers Center, 112 S Jefferson St., Athens, AL 35611. Contact Tina Cook: alcfamilyrc@gmail.com or 256-230-0880 for more details / information.
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The View From The Bridge
Jackie Warner
Community Outreach “Impact, Engage, Grow” Community Matters
Attention Parents: Rules of Student And Academic Engagement. Let’s Get It Right This Year! by Jackie Warner
Helping your child to be successful is pretty much at the top of most parents’ to do list. As I was pondering my topic for this month, I decided to jump right into what we as parents and grandparents need to know to be effective when assisting and preparing our children for academic success. There are so many new programs for our students to choose from, but most of all we must take a moment and consider all options before signing our kids up and deciding to ask questions later. Research now, and ask all your questions so that your child makes an informed decision about their future. The classroom curriculum has changed, and the how in solving problems and answering questions is
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very different from when we were in school. This has made it tough to help with homework and provide advice on strategies to ace the exam. It sounds like we as parents need a crash course in academic success mentoring “remixed” to impact success. Here are a few tips to get this school year off to a great start for your students: 1.Parents, don’t do their homework for them. Guide, review, and allow them to think on their own. 2.Teach them organizational skills. Purchase a planner and have them to write down important dates such as projects, tests, trips, and extra-curricular activities. Review it at least weekly
with them so as to stay on top of what’s going on. 3.Parents and students should attend any scheduled school meetings. Stay in the know! 4.Both you and your child should visit their school’s website and to see what’s going on. 5.Most teachers provide students with a syllabus for the year. Make copies. Post and review them frequently. Add a copy to your child’s planner. There should not be any surprises when it comes to what they will be graded on and how. 6.Communicate via email with teachers. Let them know you are interested in making sure your child is progressing so if issues arise, they can be dealt with
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quickly. 7.When students get home from school, allow them time to slow down with a snack and beverage before jumping right into the homework. Allow for about 15 - 20 minutes for them tell you about their day and eat their snack, but then it’s time to jump back in and get it done. Waiting until after 5 or 6pm is too late. Provide structure and consistency. 8.Remember, reading is fundamental and makes a huge difference when taking achievement assessment. Set a rule for your child to check out a minimum of at least 1 – 2 books per month to read from the school or local community library. 9.Free study tools are available for the taking. Get off
Facebook and Instagram and look at sites like quizlet! Have your child to research study tools for each subject/book they have this year. Visit these sites. 10.Set high standards for your children to meet. If a “C” is not the best your child can do, then don’t accept it. Accountability is the key to their future. Set the bar high, and don’t waver! Until Next Time, Be Sincere, Kind and Intentional Jackie Warner, Community Outreach Specialist Email: thebridge.us@gmail.com Check out upcoming events: http://thebridge-us.yolasite. com/
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The Millennial Mind
Nature and Nature’s God by Rosemary Dewar
The United States of America is one of God’s greatest gifts to humanity. Such a declaration is belittled in a culture shaped by the left leaning mainstream media. Many don’t really know why America is particularly special. America, unlike many sovereign countries before her, developed a value system that allowed man to earn his success justly, even after failure. Society has grown to be impatient, and wants success and justice like it wants its popcornnuked to perfection. They don’t realize they are killing both. America’s Declaration of Independence clearly expresses the condition of man. The founding fathers understood that man is inclined to suffer under tyranny rather than justify the cost of freedom. Their reference comes from the Judeo-Christian viewpoint. God made man with the ability to endure his mistakes, and with mercy, excel. Twentieth century dictators took advantage of man’s condition in order to murder millions. Socialist dictatorships regulated man’s capability to advance. When a government becomes a god with no standard for liberty, one is left with tyranny. Secularists assert that because Americans and Christians fail, their beliefs are morally inferior. Similar to how one can’t judge a religion com-
pletely by its followers; one can’t judge a nation merely by its citizens. The fundamental beliefs and the law that governs a religion or a nation are where one should investigate. Man is flawed. Absolute
morality exists. But, an ideal theocracy is impossible. Theocracies attempt to legislate morality to the point of implosion. Secularists aim to peddle to humanity the philosophy of relative ethics, which invariably fails. The religious community can’t debate ethics independently from God, and looks unintelligent. What is to be done? Defend nature. Nature has an order, a value system that requires respect and perpetuation. When the left carelessly removes a proven element of nature from a social system, the system begins to fail. Every issue the left touches regresses. Natural law is like a game
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of Jenga. Conservatives and classic Liberals (or Libertarians) want to leave the structure alone. Leftists want to play with it. They pull the blocks, and cause undue stress on the blocks below. They could just put the
need connection, children don’t need parents, sex doesn’t need sacredness, education doesn’t need truth, art doesn’t need talent, business doesn’t need profit, justice doesn’t need a jury, and religion doesn’t need
block back, but instead they replace it with a Lego piece. The leftists see the structure begin to fail, and they frame conservatives as bad for doing little to nothing. Conservatives just want the left to put the block back.
a God.
All of history gives reference to what will either advance or devastate a civilization. Natural law requires reason, logic, and integrity. Omission and substitution weaken the outcome. The left wants to substitute natural law with shamelessness and meaninglessness in every facet of society. They assert, man doesn’t need determination, women don’t
The Roman Empire was just short of glorious. English historian, Edward Gibbon, summed up the empire’s decay in five major arguments: breakdown of the family, paganism, high taxation, government expansion, and excess of pleasure.
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Perhaps C.S. Lewis expressed it best when he stated in Pilgrim’s Regress, “You don’t know the difference between what nature has meant for nourishment, and what it meant for garbage.”
Germany was the most enlightened European country in the late 19th and early 20th century.
The country’s decline shows similarities to the Roman Empire’s fall: collectivism, high taxation, expansion of government, censorship of religion, and elevation of men. The first 10 amendments of the Constitution make it nearly impossible for a central leader to strip any individual of their natural, God-given liberty. One of our founding fathers, John Adams writes, “We have no government armed with power capable of contending with human passions unbridled by morality and religion. Avarice, ambition, revenge, or gallantry, would break the strongest cords of our Constitution… Our Constitution was made only for a moral and religious people. It is wholly inadequate to the government of any other.” For current social justice warriors to allege that the United States is fundamentally, institutionally, and systematically discriminatory would be an illogical lie. Individuals may discriminate to the point of violating others, but the system is not inferior, the individual is. Simply because an individual discriminates doesn’t mean their liberty can automatically be violated. The system corrects social/economic disorder naturally, in keeping with Nature’s law.
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From the Alabama Veterans’ Museum
Vietnam Monument Corrections And Information by Sandra Thompson, Director, Alabama Veterans’ Museum As many of you are well aware, the misspelling of Vietnam on the Monument has been a source of contention for some time now, however thanks to our generous community this will soon be remedied. This time we want to make sure that it is correct, I have been doing some research and have put together a list of names that either are on the
monument and should not be, are not on the monument but really should be, and a couple I am still trying to find information about. The following is what I have put together from several different sources, if you have any information about the following individuals it would be greatly appreciated, we just want to make sure we honor our heroes properly.
Name
Home of Record Information I have
Blalock, James Terrell
Salem, (Lee County)
He is not on the monument but he is on another list I found; could it be he was mistakenly thought to be from Limestone County because he is from “Salem?”
Box, Thomas Belue
Limestone County
Needs to be added to the monument. He was aboard the USS Frank E. Evans when it collided with an Australian aircraft named the Melbourne. He perished with 73 other crewmen on June 3, 1969.
Brewer, Bobby Herald
Limestone County
03/26/1945 – 02/14/1970
Craig, Clayton Gerome Limestone County
03/11/1947 – 12/18/1970
Downs, James Larry
Madison County (Toney) Ardmore High School?
Elmore, Gary
Garden City Michigan Moved to Athens at age 4
Garth, Raymond
Limestone County
11/13/1944 – 11/13/1967
Hargrove, James Mabron Limestone County
02/08/1931 – 09/29/1966
Harwell, Gary Curtis
Limestone County
Horton, Ruben Lee
Milwaukee, WI
07/24/1948 – 09/05/1965 Grew up in Athens, moved away after high school
Johnson, Donald Eugene Buried in Tanner
Once again, if you have information on any of these individuals that could help, it would be appreciated. If you know of anyone who is not listed here but should be, please let me know that also. Contact me at the Veteran’s Museum, 256-771-7578.
looking for information
Johnson, Thomas Allen Limestone County Killion, James Ray Jr.
10/13/1946 – 06/21/1967 Cannot find any information pertaining to him; perhaps his name is spelled incorrectly?
Long, Frank Ray
Limestone County
06/04/1944 – 11/29/1969
Lott, Junior Edward
Limestone County
05/14/1943 – 12/19/1967
Lyle, John Bruce
Limestone County
08/29/1948 – 06/11/1969
Magnusson, Fred Wayne Limestone County
04/30/1947 – 01/16/1968
McMeans, Dennie
Flint Michigan
Looking for information
Mitchell, Perry Adkins
Limestone County
10/20/1951 – 11/14/1970
Moore, Roy Lee
Madison County
Looking for confirmation
Owens, David Ray
Limestone County
01/04/1948 – 05/07/1968
Pryear, Johnnie Lee?
Mobile, AL
Looking for information
Troupe, Herman Lee
Limestone County
10/30/1946 – 08/18/1966
Ward, Carl Gene
Salem (Lee or Dallas County) Looking for information
Weed, Morgan William Limestone Cty (Decatur) 01/02/1945 – 05/11/1970
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Clean and Green
Dominion And Stewardship – What Is Our Responsibility? by Lynne Hart Being in the business of helping people understand the importance of caring for our world, we often hear the words “dominion” and “stewardship” brought up as referenced in the Bible. It seems there are differing opinions as to what these words mean as we apply them to our responsibility in caring for Planet Earth. Scripture tells us that God is the creator of all things. He created the heavens and the earth, the waters and all creatures within, the birds of the air, the land and all that dwell upon it. Since the beginning of time, everything needed by man has been provided. Everything we need, and everything we've discovered or will discover in the future has been here since God created the world. As the creator, God is also the owner. Once man was created, God showed Adam all the creations of heaven and earth and gave man dominion over them all. What does that mean? The definition of dominion is "the power or right of governing and controlling; sovereign authority." Wow! That sounds like we have complete control and can do whatever we want to do! Animals, plants, the air we breathe, the water we drink, are all under our authority! So if we choose to use them for our pleasure without care, we have that au-
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thority, right? Parents have authority over their children; however, we would never say that parents have the right to treat their children any way they please, would we? Authority comes with great responsibility. Then there is that second word - stewardship. Stewardship is the careful and responsible management of something trusted to one's care. If we believe that God is the creator of all things, then stewardship includes the careful and responsible management of this earth and all that dwells upon it. When we treat our environment with selfish entitlement, we are acting as if we are the owner. An owner is responsible to himself. A steward, on the other hand, is responsible to the owner. If we believe that God is the owner of all things, then we will answer to God for our care of all He has entrusted to us. If we spoil it, waste it, trash it, harm it, or pollute it, we are failing in our responsibilities as good stewards and will answer for our actions or inactions. It has also been said that "God will make the earth new, so it doesn't matter what we do." I have a pretty easy-going personality, but that statements really upsets me! Only God knows for how many more years this planet
must sustain life. How selfish it is to feel free to trash it at the expense of future generations! It is good stewardship to be aware of what harms our environment and to do what we can to avoid those things. It is also good stewardship to be aware of what helps the environment and to do those things to make our lives better. A few simple examples would be to recycle all we can to protect our natural resources for future generations. Recycling also provides jobs right here in this community. We can learn to properly handle garden and other chemicals to protect our land and water from poisons. We should care for wildlife by doing no unnecessary harm or plant gardens that attract and feed butterflies and birds. We have taken so much of their habitat; it would
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be kind to provide a bit in return. We also have a responsibility to protect those domesticated animals we have invited to share our lives. Let's learn and understand how littering can injure and kill wildlife, poison our water supply, and pollute the oceans. We can learn more about the importance of trees and all they do to provide clean air, pollution control, fresh fruits and nuts, homes for wildlife, cooling of the earth, and so
much more. Knowledge is key to knowing how to protect them. Maybe we could plant a garden to raise fresh, healthy food for our families, or to help feed those less fortunate. We may not be able to do it all, but we should all do what we can. I believe God will smile as each good steward passes on this respect for His creations by teaching others, especially our children, to do the same.
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Strawberries ‘n Syrup by Shelley Underhill I learned about this from Ali Turner, who claims it is “the world’s quickest dessert,” and she says it never fails to please. It is perfect for a brunch, or just about any meal. You can also keep the syrup mixture to use on pancakes, or as a dipping sauce for other fresh fruits. The entire preparation time for this healthy sweet treat is 5 minutes, so enjoy often for as long as strawberries are in season.
Strawberries ‘n Syrup
1 dry pint of fresh strawberries, or double the amount as needed. Figure on 2-3 strawberries per person 1 8 oz bottle of Grade B REAL maple syrup. You can find it at Publix or Sprouts.
Be sure to use Grade B, as it has more minerals, is less processed, and has a bolder taste. Use 4 oz (1/2 cup) per each pint of strawberries. You really can’t make too much, just make sure the taste is balanced—not too much cinnamon or vanilla.
1 pinch of cinnamon, or to taste 1 capful of REAL vanilla per ½ cup of maple syrup Wash your strawberries just before using, and let dry on a paper towel. I have found that if you wash them long before you use them, they tend to go bad much earlier. While they are drying, mix up your syrup, cinnamon and vanilla mixture. Place a small bowl for the syrup in the middle of a large plate, and arrange the whole strawberries around the bowl with the stems pointing out. You can go with two rows of berries, and you can also stack them two high. Make sure you keep the stems on the berries to hang on to while dipping, and if you are afraid of making a mess, you can put the berries on your plate and spoon some of the syrup mixture onto them. Any way you do it, you will be pleasantly surprised by this unusual combination of flavors. Let me know what you think!
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Health and Fitness
Fiber by Janet Hunt
Janet Hunt is a Certified Personal Trainer and can be reached at 256-614-3530 to schedule an appointment. Eating healthy may improve your health and lower your need for prescription drugs. Dietary fiber is a component in plant based foods that is linked to a wide range of improved health outcomes, including lower cholesterol, better blood sugar regulation, improved intestinal health, greater satiety (feeling of fullness), and lower rates of certain types of cancer. Fiber is found naturally in plant foods that should comprise the greater part of a healthy diet. The typical American diet includes only about half of the daily recommended amount of fiber, primarily due to the amount of processed foods we eat. A good rule of thumb is to aim for 30 grams of fiber per day in your diet; and here are five great fiber sources. Legumes Legumes are a class of vegetables that include beans, peas, and lentils. They are some of the most versatile and nutritious foods available. Legumes are typically low in fat, contain no cholesterol, and are high in folate, potassium, iron and magnesium. They also contain soluble and insoluble fiber. Because they are a good
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large pear has 7 grams of fiber, while a large Asian pear contains 10 grams. Stick with fresh pears because canned pears usually have added sugars and less fiber (because fiber degrades over time and is generally lost during the canning process). Peas
source of protein, legumes can be a healthy substitute for meat, which has more fat and cholesterol. Canned beans are affordable and a convenient way to get your legumes. Try subbing pinto beans for meat in your next batch of chili (or add less meat and more beans), add black beans to your burritos or canned beans to your salads, or whip up a batch of lentil soup. If you’re concerned about sodium, rinse the beans under running water first. This will eliminate about 30 percent of the sodium. The fiber in legumes ranges from 5 to 8 grams per half-cup serv-
ing. Berries While fruits and vegetables both contain fiber, fruit generally has more fiber per serving than do vegetables. One cup of berries, for example, contains 4 to 10 grams of fiber (about twice that of an apple). Blackberries and raspberries have 8 grams fiber per cup, while elderberries top the chart with 10 grams per 1-cup serving.
ounce of wheat bran and oat bran yields 12 grams of fiber, whereas raw corn bran packs 22 grams of fiber per ounce. Pears Many fruits contain 2 to 3 grams of fiber per serving, but pears contain two to three times that much. A
Peas are one of the few members of the legume family that are commonly sold and cooked as fresh vegetables. Black-eyed peas pack 6 grams of fiber per half-cup, and even green-pea powder is popping up with 4 grams fiber and 4 grams protein per 1 ½-tablespoon serving. To check out the fiber content of some of your favorite foods, visit the USDA Nutrient Database website at http://ndb.nal. usda.gov/ndb/search. For more help with a healthy nutritious diet, talk to a registered dietician or a certified Health Coach.
Bran There are many different types of grains that contain bran. Oat bran, for example, contains soluble fiber, which helps lower bad cholesterol levels. The bran found in corn, wheat and rice is largely insoluble fiber, which can help fight constipation. Highfiber cereals often include bran in their ingredients. Or if you don’t eat cereal, sprinkle bran on fruit and yogurt or add into casseroles or baked goods. One
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Elect Charles Sample For Athens City Council, District 5 by Ali Elizabeth Turner continued from page 1
the District 5 position, and he told me that several people had encouraged him to run. It was after much reflection and prayerful discussion with his family that he decided to enter the race. Charles spent his career as an electrical engineer, having graduated from Vanderbilt University. He worked for the TVA for 25 years at Browns Ferry and in their customer service department. At Browns Ferry, he helped to bring the nuclear plant back on line to produce electrical power for Athens and the entire Tennessee Valley. With regard to his duties in the customer service department, he said, “Basically, I was a high level trouble shooter. I solved electrical problems for enduse customers, did infrared scans and preventive maintenance." Sometimes “trouble shooting” meant dealing with problems that were “hot,” and by that I mean, they were running at 480 volts! Another important aspect of his experience was serving on the Athens Personnel Board, which is the means by which City employees seek redress for job-related grievances. “If a City employee had a complaint, they would file it with us. We would hear their side, hear the City’s side, and then make a recommendation to the City Council.” This is a “transferable skill”
that Charles feels will greatly aid him as a council member. As part of his TVA job, he had to deal with costs, and found ways to solve problems well, while spending as little as possible. That is another strength he feels he can bring to the table if elected as the District 5 City Councilman. Here are some more things that Charles has to say about who he is, and how he will serve Ath-
ens: “I will oppose and vote against any new or increased taxes. I will evaluate any expenditure against two criteria: 1 .Is this an expenditure the city should make? 2. Is this the proper amount? Economic growth and job creation require a favorable economic climate. Over-regulation and over-taxation are an impediment to both. I will work to keep regulation and taxation to the minimum necessary. In order to maintain contact with the people of the 5th District
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and give them access to me, I will schedule periodic town hall type meetings. I believe government’s first priority should be serving the people they represent. We should focus on roads, public safety, and education. Pet political projects are not the proper way to spend taxpayer money.” I asked him to tell me more about his platform, and he said, “I am very conservative, and I
know I need to be fiscally prudent with the people’s money. I want to conservatively and responsibly represent the people. The money is the people’s,” he added. He also said, “I believe that government must learn to live within its means as you and I must.” He mentioned that when he has been out knocking door to door, he has found that one the biggest complaints that people make is that after the election is over, no one ever sees their representative. One of the most important promises
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he is making will be to stay in touch with the people of District 5. “I will see to it that District 5’s interests will be represented,” he said. Charles mentioned that he is the only candidate who opposed last year’s property tax increase. He also made it clear that he is “not a politician or part of the Athens political establishment. My goal is to serve the people of the 5th District as their voice on the City Council.” By way of background beyond career, Charles served for several years as a reserve police officer, and is a member of the National Rifle Association. He is also a member of Madison Street Baptist Church. “I am a Christian, husband, father and grandfather who cares about the future of our community. I will fight to be a voice for responsible spending, family values, and our 2nd Amendment rights.” With regard to the possibility of legalizing Sunday liquor sales, he said, “The recent discussions
about legalizing Sunday liquor sales have saddened me. I truly want to keep Athens a city that places a high priority on family values. Therefore, I would oppose and vote against legalizing Sunday liquor sales. I reject the premise that Sunday liquor sales would significantly increase revenue. I am sure those who want to drink on Sunday already do. They just buy it on Saturday.” His final statements were: “My family and I have been residents of Athens for 29 years. I raised my children here, and my son and daughter-in-law are raising my grandchild here. I love Athens and want to serve its people. Please feel free to contact me with your questions, comments, or concerns.” If you are a resident of District 5, and this is the type of leadership for which you are looking, then vote for Charles Sample on Tuesday, August 23rd.
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The 2016 Athens Limestone Hospital Foundation Crystal Cup Tournament: Playing For A Purpose by Ali Elizabeth Turner continued from page 1
9900 Elite mobile standard C-Arm maintains a 12 inch II and is equipped with the ESP (Expanded Surgical Platform), the Basic Vascular Platform, as well as the Imaging Dynamic Range Management (DMR) software to help provide outstanding image quality. This combination completes this
tal Cup Golf Tournament. This year the tournament will be held on Thursday, September 15th at Canebrake Golf Club with a shotgun start at 1:00 pm and a rain date of September 19th. Canebrake is a championship course, and the ALH Foundation would like to thank them Dell Powell, Betty Christopher, again for hosting the Crys- Susan Riddle, Deborah Daws tal Cup. This year’s format will continue to be a 3 person scramble. As part of the entry fee, each player will receive a mulligan package (one power drive and two mulligans), one free ticket for the Golf Ball Throw, gift package, and access to the range. The awards ceremony will be immediately following completion of play. There will be over $5,000 in prize money with a lunch provided by 306 BBQ from 11:30 am to 12:45 pm. Pizza will be specially prepared by Joe Carlucci of Joe’s World Famous Pizzeria at 6:00pm. Jimmy Smith Auto
Group is the presenting sponsor and will offer a vehicle for the first hole in one on designated holes of the tour-
Austin Smith, Andy Wellden, Jimmy Smith, Elizabeth Smith, Joseph Cannon, Justin Smith nament. There are also other sponsorship opportunities still available. The Crystal Cup is known for great fellowship and fun and for the purpose of raising money to re-invest in Athens-Limestone Hospital, which was voted this year as one of the Top 10 hospitals in the state of Alabama. All money raised stays in Athens. The Crystal Cup is one of 4 major annual ALH Foundation fundraising events. Funds raised have served to upgrade the Emergency Room, purchase state of the art “smart beds,” procure a special table used in joint replacement surgeries, and provide the means to make the mother and baby wing one of the best in the area. This year’s Crystal Cup proceeds will go towards the purchase of a refurbished OEC 9900 Elite C-Arm. The OEC
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a chance to THROW A GOLF BALL to win a cash prize. After the conclusion of the Crystal Cup Golf Tournament, all participants will go to the driving range and throw, roll, loft, kick or heave a golf ball.
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comprehensive system which allows you to select the product features that best meet your clinical needs. This highperformance mobile C-Arm is for use in general surgical procedures and provides flexible mechanical features such as a rotating anode x-ray tube, a user friendly touch screen user interface, and a superb image quality. The physical dimensions and the open design of the CF-Arm allow the system to be easily transported throughout the hospital and provide unobstructed imaging access around the patient and procedural table. In addition, this year’s Crystal Cup is featuring another way to have fun, raise funds, and you don’t even have to be a golfer to win! For $10 per golf ball, the Foundation is offering you
The closest ball to the hole will win 50% of the proceeds of the total number of balls sold. You do not have to be a participant in the Crystal Cup to purchase a golf ball, but if you are unable to attend, you must get someone to throw your ball for you. This is yet another great way to support the ALH Foundation in their quest to make Athens-Limestone Hospital an even better community hospital. For more information about this year’s Crystal Cup, register for the event, or be a sponsor, please contact Laine Terry at 256-233-9557, or email lainet@alhnet.org. We hope we can count on your continued support, and look forward to having you join us for a day of fun, fellowship, food, and great golf.
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Learning As A Lifestyle
Alabama Olympians by Wanda Campbell
Center for Lifelong Learning - 121 South Marion Street, Athens, AL 35611 - 256-233-8262 Football is the sport that comes to mind most often when thinking about sports in Alabama. I would bet that most of you could name players on one team or another in high school, college, or professional football.
bronze medal) in the 2004 and 2008 Olympic Games. Rowdy Gaines of Florida won three Olympic gold medals in 1984 and was one of the fastest swimmers in the world during his era.
But, did you know that Alabama has many significant athletes with Olympic ties?
Alabama native Jennifer Kay Chandler (1959- ), from Langdale, won the gold medal for springboard diving in the 1976 Montreal Olympics at the age of 17. She led from the first dive and won by nearly 50 points over silver medalist Krista Kohler of what was then the German Democratic Republic, or East Germany.
Jesse Owens is probably the best known Olympic athlete from Alabama. Owens was from Lawrence County originally, but moved to Ohio State University for college. In 1936, he ruled the Olympics in Berlin. He won gold medals in the 100-meter dash, the 200-meter dash, the long jump, and 4 x 100-meter relay. That record stood until 1984. In 1984, Carl Lewis, from Birmingham, won gold medals in the same Olympic events that Jesse Owens won. Lewis went on to win four consecutive gold medals in the long jump in 1984, 1988, 1992, and 1996, and two consecutive gold medals in the 100-meter dash in 1984 and 1988. Remember Mia Hamm?
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Hamm was a popular soccer athlete from the 1990s. Born in Selma, Alabama, Mia (Mariel Margaret Hamm) led her teams to medals in three Olympics. In 1996 at the Summer Olympic Games in Atlanta, in 2000 at the Summer Olympics in
She also competed in the 1978 World Championships and qualified for the U.S.-boycotted 1980 Olympics but retired soon after. The information for this article comes from the Encyclopedia of Alabama, a free, online resource on Alabama history, culture, geography, and natural environment. The site offers articles on Alabama's famous people, historic events, sports, art, literature, industry, government, plant and animal life, agriculture, recreation, and so much more. It is sponsored by the Alabama Humanities Foundation, Auburn University, and the Alabama State Department of Education.
Sydney, Australia, and in 2004 in Athens, Greece. Mia Hamm retired at age 32 in 2004 with 158 goals and 144 assists in international play. The Auburn Swimming and Diving Program is well represented in international competition. Numerous Auburn swimmers have competed in the Olympic Games and 14 have won 32 medals. Kirsty Coventry of Harare, Zimbabwe, is the most decorated Auburn Olympian. She won seven Olympic medals (two gold medals, four silver medals, and one
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What Makes Ronnie Roll
Building Our Blueberries by Ali Elizabeth Turner
It is the beginning of the school year, and it is another opportunity for teachers, students, parents, grandparents, friends and businesses to “build our blueberries.” What in the world does that mean? The title of this edition of Ronnie comes from a story known as “the blueberry story” told in a book entitled, Schools Cannot Do It Alone, by Jamie Vollmer. The subtitle is Building Public Support for America’s Public Schools. I sat for a few minutes in the Mayor’s office and read it. The “blueberry story” is a humbling tale told by Mr. Vollmer, wherein he endeavored to simplistically suggest to a group of teachers that adopting a standard business model for today’s schools is the answer to all their “production” problems. By way of context, Mr. Vollmer produces ice cream, and a teacher challenged him for using the analogy of the quality of blueberries shipped to the ice cream factory that ultimately will go into Mr. Vollmer’s product. The exchange went something like this: “Mr. Vollmer, when…. you see…those blueberries do not meet your triple A standards, what do you do?” “I send them back.” “That’s right! You send them back. We can never send back the blueberries our suppliers send us. We take them
we are long gone. We talked some about the role of businesses as Partners in Education, and he said, “I am so glad they are involved.” However, what he wanted to convey the most is “how much we appreciate our teachers.” He has been in the classroom, and so have I, but it was a long time ago, and it was not with the kinds of challenges our teachers are facing today.
big, small, rich, poor, hungry, abused, confident, curious, homeless, frightened, rude, creative, violent, and brilliant. We take them of every race, religion, and ethnic background. We take them with head lice, ADHD, and advanced asthma. We take them with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, English as their second language, and who knows how much lead in their veins. We take them all, Mr. Vollmer! Every one! And that’s why it’s not a business. It’s school.”
builder.” After I read the “blueberry story,” Mayor Ronnie said, “Here’s what we have. On one hand, there is a kid named Ryan who got a 35 on his ACT and would have liked to have done better, and on the other, we have kids for whom school is the best part of the day. So the question is, ‘How do we build our blueberries?’”
To his credit, Jamie Vollmer has learned much since that exchange, and Ronnie has heard him speak. He has also spoken with Jamie briefly, and highly recommends the book for anyone in the private sector who wants to be a “triple A blueberry
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We discussed the fact that from some quarters, teachers are being asked to be the parents, provide apprenticeships, and essentially function as the cook, the counselor, and the coach. They are spread thin, and, as the book title reiterates, “Schools can’t do it alone.” We need to “build our blueberries” if we want to leave our town in good shape after
“I am especially thankful for the role the Dr. Sisk and Dr. Holladay and the School Boards have had with the new Career Technical Center,” he said. “They are creating an atmosphere for success.” He also talked about the fact that the year was fresh, and the students are excited. “I feel good about our schools,” he said. We both know that there is always room to improve them, and to that end we prayed. Then it was time for Ronnie to roll.
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Horse Whispering
Release
by Deb Kitchenmaster Are you staying hydrated? Whew, we’ve had some hot days, haven’t we? As important as it is to stay hydrated, keeping water supply flowing for your horses (even hosing them down from time to time), watering your plants to keep producing the fruit and vegetables that you enjoy at your table; so it is to establish respect without fear with your horse. In other words, be a place of deep, calm waters for your horse while you instruct them how to function well in the relationship. The study of the human brain has advanced (SWITCH ON YOUR BRAIN by Dr. Caroline Leaf is an excellent book on this study), and so has study of the horse brain. Knowing and understanding how horses learn helps humans become better at introducing new information to their horses.
grazing in a meadow. Instinctually, they are aware that the lion is not hungry looking for food, and they aren’t in any danger. Horses learn from discomfort. Repeatedly in training they are asking “What must I do to find comfort?” Let me explain. You’re doing some groundwork and you want to teach your horse to back up. You put pressure on your horse’s nose, which is uncomfortto overcome it. Release some patience so as not to get frustrated, or think your horse is being rude if it takes more time than you hoped for to get past this reflex. You’re building a brain that thinks rather than responds only to instinct. Like humans, information is constantly coming from its sensory organs. age takes place). When I use the term right/left brain, I am not referring to specific halves of the brain but descriptively speaking.
So much is going on in your horse’s brain while you are teaching it something. At the get-go, all horses have a built-in opposition reflex that helps protect them from predators. As you teach/ train, you are building new neural pathways that overcome this instinct, and work to make your horse smarter and safer. Note to self: All horses are NOT the same. Some horses have a stronger opposition reflex than others, therefore, some horses are going to require more time than others
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Useful information is either sent to the right brain (where instinct lives) or to the left brain (where learning and information stor-
In training, the horse notices your body language, energy level, focus and intention instinctually. Horses in the wild will be grazing peacefully and all of a sudden, heads are up, tails flagged, and they are running full speed ahead. Why? Instinctually, they are aware of a predator (mountain lion for example) who’s hungry and looking for food. Another scene would be a mountain lion resting on a cliff above a herd of horses
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and the beginning of a neural pathway is formed. As you repeat the process of releasing pressure each time your horse steps backward, a neural network is established. Each time you squeeze on its nose, the signal goes to the neural pathway, and your horse immediately responds by stepping back. One of your most effective training devises is consistency. When you begin to teach something new, it helps when you use the same pattern every time. Choosing consistency requires less sorting for your horse to respond to your request. When your horse is getting a mixed or unclear request and has to do much sorting inside, the brain slips over to the right side and instinct switches on (kick, bite, buck, rear).
able to him. This information is sent to the process- A release means “YES! ing center of the left brain. You got the right answer!” Your horse is looking for Another note to self: It’s information that is stored important to release at in its brain (neural path- just the moment the reways) that will bring com- sponse you are looking fort. If this is the first time for happens. This ushers you are working with this you into awareness. Oh, horse about backing up, what would we be moved there’s no information on to create on this earth if file. The brain searches for we lived in awareness! information it does have to relieve pressure. Your horse may toss its head Your NEIGHbor, (pressure continues) or Deb Kitchenmaster move forward (pressure Corral Connections continues). When your www.corralconnections.com horse takes a step back‘A church of great heart’ ward, you RELEASE, and the horse finds comfort. A 256-426-7947 tiny bit of chemical passes Animal B.E.S.T. practitioner from one cell to another dkitchenmaster@mchsi.com
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Medical Update
Could The Cancer In Your Family Be Genetic? By Dr. Shanna Ndong Let’s face it; cancer is an unfortunate fact of life. The American Cancer Society predicts that over 1.5 million Americans will be diagnosed with a form of cancer in 2016, and almost 600,000 will die from the disease. Fortunately, we are learning more about who is most at risk for cancer and ways to help detect cancer at earlier stages, or prevent it altogether. Most cancers develop by chance, and are influenced by a combination of factors including behavior/lifestyle (examples: smoking, lack of physical activity), environmental exposures (examples: asbestos, sunlight), and normal genetic variations which may make
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some people more at risk for certain cancers than others. In approximately 1 out of 20 people who develop cancer, the disease is caused by an abnormal gene change, or mutation that was inherited from one or both parents. This type of cancer, known as hereditary cancer, has been linked to multiple genes in the body. Mutations in genes associated with hereditary cancer may dramatically increase the risk for cancer in specific organs, including the breast, colon, pancreas, prostate, kidney, and more. Examples of hereditary cancer genes include BRCA1 and BRCA2 (hereditary breast and
ovarian cancer), MLH1 and MSH2 (Lynch syndrome/hereditary colon cancer), and CDKN2A (hereditary melanoma). You should suspect possible hereditary cancer in your family if three or more relatives have been diagnosed with the same cancer; cancer has been diagnosed at an earlier age than usual in your family (less than age 50 for breast and colon cancer); multiple unrelated cancers have been diagnosed in the same person; cancer has occurred in the sex not usually affected (breast cancer in a man); or you belong to a higher risk racial/ ethnic group (example: breast cancer in Ashkenazi Jews). Advances in gene dis-
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covery and genetic testing have made it possible to test for mutations in multiple hereditary cancer genes with a simple blood test. Most insurance companies, including Medicare and Medicaid, now cover genetic testing for hereditary cancer if you meet certain criteria. If your personal or family history is suggestive of hereditary cancer, then genetic testing may help you understand your risk for cancer and make decisions about your health. Genetic testing may also provide information to relatives who may be at risk, such as your children. A positive result may lead your health care provider to recommend
that you have cancerscreening tests earlier or more frequently. If you do develop cancer, finding it early (when the cancer is small) often means that treatment is more likely to be helpful. You may undergo screening tests that are used only for people known to have an increased cancer risk (example: breast MRI for hereditary breast cancer). Also, there may be options to help reduce the risk of cancer, such as drugs or surgery. You should notify your doctor of all cancer diagnoses in your family and discuss whether genetic counseling and testing is appropriate for you.
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Foreman’s Forum
Do You Have the Proper Gun Training? by Paul Foreman Almost every day, I talk to people about getting properly trained in the use of their handgun for self-defense. Probably nine out of ten people give me the same answer, “Oh, I know how to shoot a gun.” I usually then ask, “But, have you ever had any training?” Then the typical answer is, “Oh, my grandfather took me hunting when I was ten years old.” Sorry folks, that doesn't count as proper gun training. Just because you know how to point the gun and pull the trigger, does NOT mean you know how to safely and properly use a gun for selfdefense. There are very important things that each and every gun owner must know about using a gun in a selfdefense situation. Laws vary from state to state and if you, heaven forbid, are ever confronted by evil, you must know your state's self-defense laws. Knowing when to shoot and even more important, when not to shoot, can either save your life, or
save you from a jail sentence. I don't know how many dozens of times I have heard the old myth, “If you shoot a burglar inside your home and he runs outside and dies, drag him back inside before you call the cops.” If you believe that one, I have a bridge in Alaska to sell you. Believe me when I say, “Do not ever alter the scene of a justified homicide, or you will more than likely make it look like you are trying to hide something which will make you look very guilty. The same goes for the old myth, “If the you shoot the bad guy as he is running away from your home, drag him inside.” Believing these old myths could land you in a world of trouble. I am a retired Deputy Sheriff from Lee County Florida. I am an NRA Certified Firearms Instructor. I am currently teaching “Basic Pistol and Self Defense” firearms classes which include live fire training at the range, three out of four weeks every month.
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Most of my classes are on weekends, but I can easily schedule a class for as few as two, almost any day of the week except Sunday. I keep the classes small, four or five students, maximum, so I can provide individual attention. For my students and other experienced shooters, I also teach classes in “Advanced Self Defense Shooting.” For the advanced class, we use “Shoot, don't shoot” targets. The students must decide very quickly which target is the threat. For the advanced class we also do dry fire shooting from inside your car to teach defensive tactics in a car-jacking situation. This September and October, I will be giving classes at the Center For Lifelong Learning. Contact: Wanda Campbell, Center for Lifelong Learning – 121 South Marion Street, Athens, AL 35611 – 256-233-8262. On September 16th, the class will be “Introduction to Handgun Safety.” This
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is a basic 90-minute class for beginners who want to learn basic handgun safety and self-defense laws. Upon completing the class, students will understand how to safely handle a pistol or revolver. Students will be able to determine if a handgun is loaded and how to make it safe. Students will learn the basic laws of self-defense and when it is lawful to use a firearm in such situations. Attendees are instructed NOT to bring their own guns to this class. Any questions about this class, feel free to call and ask Paul, at 256431-6702 On October 7th & 8th, I will be instructing a class in “Basic Handgun Shooting and Self Defense.” This class is designed to teach new handgun users how to safely and properly use their personal firearm. This class is also a great refresher for experienced gun owners who may not have had previous professional instruction. The classroom portion is approx-
imately 5-6 hours, followed by time at a private shooting range. Students should transport their firearms unloaded to the class in a box, bag, or a gun case. Do NOT to BRING LIVE AMMO INTO THE CLASSROOM! You will not need your ammunition until we get out to the firing range. Participants must have in their possession their pistol permit as issued by your county Sheriff. Students are expected to provide their own handgun and 100 rounds of ammunition specified for their gun. Any questions about this class, your gun, or ammo, call and ask Paul at 256-431-6702. Paul Foreman: Is a retired Deputy Sheriff, from Lee County Florida. Paul is a NRA Certified Pistol Instructor For further information, Paul can be reached through e-Mail at Captureman@PaulForeman. com or his web site, www. PaulForeman.com
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