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Contents

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Cover Story Shiloh Ridge Athletic Club — Pages 30-34

A Daily Corinthian Publication | Summer 2014

Calendar of Events

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Health & Fitness Sorting through a house fallen silent — Pages 7-8

Publisher Reece Terry

Healthy lifestyle remains important — Pages 8-9 Travel Fishers love seeing cultures around the world — Pages 24-27

Editor Mark Boehler Contributors Steve Beavers Mark Boehler Sue Bronson Sue Elam Lisa Lambert Kimberly Shelton Zack Steen

Food Sprite Cake: A two ingredient great dessert Rolling Rumps team turns out good Q

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Community Cookbook — Pages 20-21 Meet & Greet Memorial Day programs

ad v er t i s i n g

July 4th at Pickwick

Sales Representatives Fallon Coln Skylar McCrimon Derinda Nunley

Green Market Jacinto Festival

Creative Designer Marissa Ferreira

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Miss Slugburger Winners — Pages 46-47 Slugburger Eating Contest — Page 48

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Slug Idol Contest

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Sorting through a house

fallen silent

By Jaylene White For Crossroads Magazine There were no clattering skeletons hanging in the back of my parents’ closet. Nary a rattling bone fell out of the drawers to turn my unsuspecting world upside down.

No, the sounds were softer than that, more of a rustling between my fingers, as I moved through the work that was in front of me. This house was crammed full with 63 years of marriage and two years of widowhood. A younger generation had an expiring lease looming and needed to call it home.

Time to get busy.

Many have been in a similar position. It’s not unusual to the human experience to find ourselves parentless, and, at the same time, facing the adult task of sorting through a house fallen silent, inhabited only by the lingering energy of memories. It’s an age old situation, but it was my new reality.

When my grandparents died, I’d helped my parents clean out their houses in a superficial way.

I’d pop in and clean out a drawer or two after I got off work, but the hardest jobs were mostly theirs.

When my mother-in-law died, my husband and his brother had their own system for working through the household. Once again, I played a supporting role.

Suddenly, here I was, one of the leads. My brother came from Huntsville to help, leaving with a few Saturdays’ worth of furniture and family items, but hardly a dent was made in the marathon of sorting and evaluating what to keep and what to dispose. There I sat in the midst of it, grieving, tired and out of sorts. Grumbling is what I do best when I’m overwhelmed and one had better believe it: I was doing some first class grumbling. I’m great at being peevish when I can’t get my bearings.

Friends, who knew I was under a time crunch and who were probably sick of listening to me moan, practically begged to help me go through the house. Without fully understanding why, I said

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“No.” It was, surprisingly, in not accepting their generous offers, but in finally accepting that this was a sacred task, and mine to do, that I found my way.

I am intensely grateful I did.

The house in which I grew up was modest, with no sprawling attic of trunks and armoires. Beyond the trappings of daily living, were simply drawers and drawers and drawers of cards, clippings, receipts, photos, notebooks, church bulletins. The tidiness that we’d managed to keep up throughout Mother’s Alzheimer’s-driven ramblings belied the sheer accumulation of what had been left behind.

To a stranger’s eye, a good deal of this documention would have looked ephemeral, papery and fleeting.

For me, it was priceless, an unbound journal of the marriage of two children of the Depression and their relationships with family and commu-

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The woman with whom I’d had an uneasy relationship, who was intensely private and spoke of her own rough patches with difficulty, had saved for me an issue of Good Housekeeping from May, 1954, the month of my birth, along with copies of Better Homes and Gardens, Family Circle, and Reader’s Digest from the month of my marriage. nity. Every scrap of paper was a fragment of the past, significant to them in ways I can only guess, touching in its simplicity and poignant in its complexity, the threads of their stories weaving through generations before them and after them.

It takes so long to know a parent, to know the person that existed before we were born and after we left home. Perhaps we can never truly know those closest to us, least of all while they are alive and able to guard their hearts. We accumulate experiences, stored in the closets of memory, and unless it’s jogged loose with a question or reminder, the past lies hidden, a silent mystery.

We hold back parts of ourselves from those closest to us, maybe to protect ourselves from our frailties and disappointments, maybe to protect those we love from family truths that would set them free, if only we could find a way to bring them to light.

Hard edges develop in relationships when we constantly protect ourselves or others from our stories. We call them “rough patches” in my family, and if any family is anything like mine, folks know exactly what I mean. The edges may need only a quick sanding or they may be absolutely jagged, but we’ve all had some degree of bumpiness.

In what my parents left behind, I found unexpected tenderness for the rough patches.

Beneath neatly stacked newspaper clippings, in a flat paper bag that I’m sure came from Sterling’s dime store, my mother left four magazines, undoubtedly tucked away for me. The woman with whom I’d had an uneasy relationship, who

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was intensely private and spoke of her own rough patches with difficulty, had saved for me an issue of Good Housekeeping from May, 1954, the month of my birth, along with copies of Better Homes and Gardens, Family Circle, and Reader’s Digest from the month of my marriage.

Those magazines touched me in a way that nothing else did. She’d kept every card I’d ever sent, every report card, even notes of phone calls from me, but those magazines weren’t about keeping anything of mine. They were about leaving a marker of the times for me, for the woman I would become. And they were about leaving a part of herself with me, a mother who could express herself more easily in unspoken actions than in words.

There were receipts that brought tears to my eyes. My heart broke for the bereft couple that my parents had once been, arranging the funeral of their first child at McPeters Funeral Home, his having been born too early to survive; ordering his simple headstone; paying his hospital bill.

I don’t remember a time of not knowing about their baby, Stephen Jay, but seeing the steady signature of our grieving father on a receipt from W.E. Boatman Monument Works took my breath away.

There were others, finds that blended the daily activities of house holding with the sad times and the celebrations of life. Photos and receipts, obituaries and awards, birthday cards and letters, all these formed a collage illustrating the intricacy and resilience of their modest lives. But if I’d found only the magazines and the funeral receipts, it would have been enough to make real to me that there is only so much we can know about those closest to us.

If we’re fortunate to find clues and if we pay attention, we may someday pencil in the unknown aspects of those who’ve gone before us. When we face our own hidden stories and frailties, we have a chance to touch those parts of previous generations who left legacies in ways they couldn’t foresee.

Whether we leave skeletons in our wake or a string of receipts, our stories keep unfolding for those who care to follow our trails.

(Jaylene Whitehurst is an artist and a Licensed Professional Counselor located in Corinth. Contact her at 662-286-5433 or by email at jaylene@ heartworkeel.com. She contributes to Crossroads Magazine and the Daily Corinthian.)

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Maximum Mobility trainer Mark Hajek works with Rusty Askew.

Staying fit Choosing a healthy lifestyle remains important Consistent and committed.

The two Cs are a must when it comes to staying fit.

Choosing a healthy lifestyle is more important than ever. National obesity levels rise on a daily

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basis, making some form of exercise needed in today’s society.

“Everyone is different,” said certified personal trainer Mark Hajek of Maximum Mobility. “You have to find what drives you … a lot can happen if a person stays consistent.”

Rusty Askew wasn’t much of a workout person until Feb. 13 of 2013.

“I do this so I can be around when I have grandchildren,” he said during a workout at Maximum Mobility. “I am trying to stay fit, but I

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didn’t know what to do when I first got here.”

His friend Mike Tryner did.

“It’s a lot easier when you have someone working out with you,” said Tryner, a certified trainer.

“A person has to find a reason to come to the gym and not stay at home,” added Askew. “It’s just a commitment.”

Askew is faithful when it comes to gym time. He is in the gym Monday through Friday for about 2.5 hours.

For those people who don’t have three hours to donate to the gym, there is still hope, according to Hajek.

“It doesn’t have to be hours,” he said. “Find 20-30 minutes for two to three days a week doing something that you like to do … not everyone is a runner or likes to lift weights.”

Once individuals find their niche, they need to keep doing it on a consistent basis.

“Consistency is the number one thing,” said Hajek.

“I don’t believe there is a plan that will work unless you commit to three months … a week or a month won’t do it.”

Hajek, a certified personal trainer since 2003, likes to take it slow with first-time fitness people.

“For me I like to start with baby steps,” he said. “I

do this so they can see progress over time.”

Nutrition also plays a big part in the effort.

“We live in a fast-food world, but you also can’t go hungry,” said Hajek. “You should have five to six small meals a day … it’s about making the right choices and working hard.”

Sleep is another important item on the staying fit list.

According to Prime Care Medical Centers, almost a third of the United States population doesn’t get near enough to stay physically and mentally healthy. Your body repairs itself when you sleep, and not getting enough can really effect that in a bad way, therefore affecting your mood, concentration, metabolism and generally bringing you down the next day.

Water is one of the best ways to improve your overall health and keep your body happy. Water will also help to curb your appetite throughout the day, which means you will be less likely to fork out on expensive, fattening and sugary snacks.

“Don’t wait until the doctor tells you to do something,” said Hajek. “We are here to help you head that off.”

“People shouldn’t be intimated when they come to the gym,” added Tryner. “Don’t look at another person and say ‘I can’t do that’ – a lot of it is using common sense.”

“I don’t believe there is a plan that will work unless you commit to three months … a week or a month won’t do it.”

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In the Kitchen Sprite Cake: A 2 ingredient great dessert After the initial “hello,” the caller said, “I’ve got one you won’t believe.”

Before I could say, “Let me get my pen,” she said, “It’s so simple you won’t even need to write it down.”

Jessie Bingham is one of many who share any recipes she knows I’ll enjoy. She was sharing that day what we call Sprite Cake. One can of Sprite Sue and one box lemon cake Bronson mix. That’s it -- no oil, eggs or anything else.

Down Home Not only is it simple, but delicious. I made three the following week and several since. I have used Sprite, Diet Sprite, 7-Up and Mountain Dew and can’t tell any difference. This moist cake is good plain but I like to serve it topped with Cool-Whip and fresh blueberries or blackberries.

When I told a friend about it, she said a friend has a child allergic to egg products so she learned that trick long ago. She’s also used chocolate cake mix and Coca-Cola. I haven’t tried that yet.

If it’s better than the Sprite Cake, I’ll need bigger pants.

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1 can Sprite 1 box lemon cake mix Spray regular-size cake pan with cooking spray. ( I use glass Pyrex pan.)

Mix Sprite and cake mix and pour into pan. Bake at 350 degrees for about 30 minutes.

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Bean Salad

2 cans dark red kidney beans, drained 2 or 3 hard boiled eggs, chopped Pickle cubes Chopped onion Mix all together and add mayonnaise and mustard, to taste. Mix well.

Refrigerate.

••• This Olive Cheese Spread recipe came from one of my favorite cooks, Jan Prater, many years ago. I think the secret to this is the cinnamon raisin bread.

Olive Cheese Spread

Bonnie Saliba serves her delectable Peachy Fruit Salad. strangers come up to me saying they miss the weekly food page with local recipes. Most of the time those people have a recipe to share. I have written recipes on whatever is available -- backs of checks and receipts and on napkins. Once, with nothing to write on, I reached into my shopping cart and pulled the label off a can of corn.

The cashier smiled when I handed her the label to scan and asked her not to smudge the ink.

On a Sunday night after church trek to Dairy Queen, discussion turned to upcoming Memorial and 4th of July cookouts. Several were swapping potato salad ideas. When I confessed I didn’t care for potato salad, Lavonia Essary proclaimed, “I’ve got a great alternative for potato salad and it’s really easier.” crossroads magazine

6-ounce cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup pecans, chopped 1 cup salad olives, chopped 2 tablespoons olive juice Dash of pepper Let cream cheese stand at room temperature until soft. Mash with a fork and add mayonnaise. Add remaining ingredients. Stir well. This will be mushy. Cover and refrigerate for 24 to 48 hours. Makes 3 cups. Serve as finger sandwiches on cinnamon raisin bread.

••• There has seldom been a church social that hasn’t added at least one recipe to my collection. Jason Dickey’s recent cookout was no exception. Bonnie Saliba brought a fruit salad that was to die for, just perfect for these hot days.

Peachy Fruit Salad

2 cans mandarin oranges 1 large can pineapple chunks 1-pound box frozen strawberries 4 bananas, sliced 1 can peach pie filling Drain oranges, pineapple and strawberries. Mix with bananas then coat with peach pie filling. (Be sure to coat the bananas well to keep them from turning dark.) This will keep in the refrigerator for several days.

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Community Calendar Corinth August 2 Green Market at the Corinth Depot 221 North Fillmore Street August 5 Junior Golf Clinics 3:45-4:45 p.m.

Shiloh Ride Athletic Club August 7 Corinth Art Walk Shiloh Ridge Athletic Club Pickin’ on the Square 600 East Waldron Street, Corinth August 12 Junior Golf Clinics 3:45-4:45 p.m.

Shiloh Ridge Athletic Club August 14 Pickin’ on the Square 600 East Waldron Street, Corinth, MS 38834 August 19 Aug 19th- Junior Golf Clinics 3:454:45 p.m.

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August 30 Mike Whitehurst Memorial Golf Tournament Shiloh Ridge Athletic Club september 1 Labor Day Memorial Golf Tournament Shiloh Ridge Athletic Club september 4 Corinth Art Walk Pickin’ on the Square 600 East Waldron Street, Corinth september 6 Green Market at the Corinth Depot 221 North Fillmore Street, Corinth september 11 Pickin’ on the Square 600 East Waldron Street, Corinth september 16-20 Alcorn County Far Crossrads Arena september 18 Pickin’ on the Square 600 East Waldron Street, Corinth september 25 Pickin’ on the Square 600 East Waldron Street, Corinth

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August 1-22 Mississippi Painters Society Art Show The Opening Reception is on Friday August 1st from 5pm - 7pm.

Tupelo Gumtree Museum of Art August 2 World Breastfeeding Day & Baby Fair 10 a.m.

The Mall at Barnes Crossing August 2 Dulcimer Day 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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Community Calendar August 16 Junior Ranger Program - Mammal Masquerade 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center (located at milepost 266 near Tupelo August 16 Dance Like The Stars 6:30 p.m.

BancorpSouth Arena Live Music Genres: Other August 21 A Directing Workshop 6 p.m.

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BY ZACK STEEN zsteen@dailycorinthian.com Ask Ken Hastings and Brian Coleman for cooking advice and they’ll agree on one thing.

“Never trust a skinny cook,” said Hastings. “Folks can tell we like what we do and love to eat what we cook.”

The two first cousins are the faces of Rollin’ Rumps Catering & Vending Championship Barbecue Team, but catering wasn’t always their forte.

“We have both cooked our entire lives,” said Hastings. “We never cooked together until we both joined the Caterpillar cooking team about eight years ago.”

Not long after joining the Cat Reman Roasters team, the two decided to jump ship and build their own championship BBQ team.

“In the beginning, all we did was competitions,” said Coleman. “We built our own trailer and started cooking.”

The team racked up a more than a doz-

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Team offers tips to turn out best barbecue

Lisa Hastings applies the seasoning on some meat on the grill.

Left When Rollin’ Rumps opens up for business in a local parking lot, the team will sell 120 racks of ribs in a 24hour period.

Opposite page Brian Coleman and Lisa and Ken Hastings of the Rollin’ Rumps cooking team. en wins at cooking competitions around the south, including two all-reserved grand championships and people’s choice at Corinth’s Hog Wild Festival, Tennessee State Championship for brisket, Kentucky State Championship for ribs and pulled pork and Mississippi State Championship for ribs.

“Folks started asking if we did catering,” said Hastings. “Before we knew it, we weren’t doing any competitions because we stayed booked doing catering events.”

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ness outside Gardner’s Supermarket every few months.

“Grocery stores and other businesses have us come in and cook in their parking lots,” said Hastings. “It helps drive traffic and they are able to advertise championship barbecue being cooked in front of their store. It helps them and us.”

The cousins also setup at the Slugburger Festival each year where there famous BBQ Nachos are a big hit.

“Ribs are also big sellers,” Hastings said. “We’ll normally sell 120 racks of ribs in a 24-hour period.”

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Rollin’ Rumps Catering & Vending Championship Barbecue Team owners Ken Hastings and Brian Coleman shared a few tips about how they cook some of the best tasting BBQ in North Mississippi.

“During competitions, we make our own rubs and sauces,” said Hastings. “When we setup at events or stores, the state doesn’t allow us to use our own rubs and sauces. We have to start with a store brought base, but we always add different things to get to help the taste.”

The cookers recommend Tuscumbia River Bottom BBQ Rubs, which can be found in most local grocery stores.

“It’s a great local rub made

by Danny Montgomery,” said Coleman. “By far, the best rub a person can buy around here.”

When it comes to the best store brought BBQ sauce, they both agree nothing beats Sweet Baby Rays.

“We start by adding brown sugar, honey and a little Dr. Pepper together,” said Hastings.

“Cook it and let the sugar melt, then mix it together with Sweet Baby. Really good, I promise.”

For meats, the team uses only the finest local pork.

“Most of our pork comes from Briggs, Rogers or Gardner’s,” said Coleman. “Folks ask us all the time, how long do we cook our stuff? We don’t go by time, we go by temperature.”

Hastings said they like to see their briskets and ribs reach 190 degrees, while boston butts need to reach 195 degrees.

“When they reach these temperatures, they’re prefect,” he said. “The meat will just fall off the bone, which should be every great barbecue cook’s main goal.” papa gg e e1 7

“The best BBQ is cooked in this area. If a person can make it here, they can make it anywhere.”

Ken Hastings nique on their a St. Louis style ribs that makes them so popular.

“We like getting involved in the community and cooking for people,” said Coleman.

“Lots of folks know us by name. If they see us setup somewhere, they’ll stop to say hello and grab a sandwich. It’s pretty neat.”

Thanks to Coleman, the team also offers fried catfish at certain events.

“Brian’s family always cooked catfish for the public, so we have put his talent to use,” said Hastings. “We can also do steak, shrimp boils and crawfish boils for the public.”

During events, the cousins normally run the smoker, while their trusted family and friends run the prep areas and front window.

Lisa Hastings, Ken’s wife, and Leigh Whitten, Brian’s longtime girlfriend, can often be seen running the front, while the boys cut and prepare pork for the smoker.

“This has turned into an every weekend job,” said Coleman. “We are booked at least 30 weekends out of the year.”

Everyone on the team has regular day jobs.

Hastings has worked at Caterpillar for 30 years, while Coleman has been employed at Cat for 28 years.

“I wish we could do more competitions, but we just don’t have time,” said Hastings.

According to the cook, the North Mississippi, West Tennessee and West Alabama area remains the premier area in the country when it comes to competition BBQ teams.

“The best BBQ is cooked in this area,” he said. “If a person can make it here, they can make it anywhere.”

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small can limeade can sweet condensed milk 8oz. Cool Whip (thawed) graham cracker crust

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Heat cheese and let get soft in microwave, then add egg and other ingredients, heat again.

2 cans black-eyed peas (drained and rinse) 1 can whole kernel corn (drained) 3-4 green onions (chopped) 1 tomato (chopped) 1⁄2 bell pepper (chopped) 1 small bottle of italian dressing chopped Jalapeños for taste Mix all together and serve. *Better if made one day ahead.

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1 Duncan Hines Lemon Supreme Mix 1 small instant lemon pudding 4 eggs 3⁄4 cup water 3⁄4 cup oil Mix well; bake 35-45 minutes, until toothpick insert comes out clean.

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1 6 oz can tuna (drain well) 1 8oz Cream cheese 2 teaspoons Minced onion 1⁄4 Cup pecans (optional)

Mix onion, tuna, and cheese sprinkle lemon pepper mix and mold.

Sprinkle Lemon Pepper and paprika. Roll in pecans.

Seafood Dip

1 can cheddar cheese soup 1 pkg. unflavored gelatin 1⁄4 c cold water 8 oz. cream cheese 1⁄2 cup minced celery 1⁄2 cup chopped onion 1 cup Hellmann’s Mayonnaise (only use Hellmann’s, others won’t work) 1 can crab meat drained, rinsed in cold water 1 can small shrimp (drained) Dissolve gelatin in 1/4 cup cold water. Heat soup, gelatin and cream cheese. Mix until smooth. Add mayo and remaining indgredients. Pour into mold.

Chill and serve with crackers.

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Sprinkle table salt on the wine stain and allow it to sit for two to three minutes.

Rinse thoroughly with cold water while blotting up the excess. Continue to rinse until the stain has dissipated.

Oily stains The first step to cleaning oil-based stains is to use something absorbent, such as corn starch or talcum powder, on the stain and blot with a cloth. This will help draw some of the oil out of the fabric. Lay paper towels down on a table and place the stained clothing face-down on the towels. Use a dry cleaning solvent on the back of the stain and push down to blot out the oily residue onto the paper towels. Repeat the process until the oil is removed. Apply a laundry pretreatment product or even plain laundry detergent to the stain.

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Red wine Anyone who has hosted a party where adults are drinking wine knows the potential for a spill is significant. Red wine can stain quickly, so fast action is necessary to prevent wine spills from causing permanent damage. Use cold water to flush out the stain as much as possible.

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With such hectic schedules, it’s no wonder so many working parents find themselves wishing there was more time in the day. While there may be no way to make a day 25 hours long, the following timesaving measures can increase the time you have to unwind and relax at the end of the night.

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• DVR your favorite television programs. Rather than sitting down to watch your favorite shows when they initially air, use your DVR to record them and watch them when you get the chance.

• Exercise in the morning. Devotees of the morning workout often note how working out early does

wonders for their energy levels throughout the day. But working out in the morning also frees up time to tackle household chores or projects in the evening.

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countries Jimmy and Rosemary Fisher have toured the world, seeing the sights and sounds of 37 countries.

The countries they have visited include: Mexico, Canada, United Kingdom, Ireland, Switzerland, Greece, Morocco, Spain, Barbados, Germany, St. Lucia, Italy, France, Portugal, Monaco, Vatican City, Liechtenstein, Netherlands, Belgium, Austria, Japan, Singapore, Thailand, China, Romania, Bulgaria, Yugoslavia, Croatia, Hungary, Serbia and Montenegro, Russia, Egypt, Antigua and Barbuda, Poland, Slovakia, Czech Republic and Turkey.

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Right The Fishers captured a photograph of the Pyramids of Giza – one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World built in 2500 BC – during a trip to Cairo, Egypt in 2010.

Opposite page Jimmy and Rosemary Fisher had their photo made in front of the Saint Mark Basilica in Saint Mark Square during a 1996 visit to Venice, Italy.

Been there.

Done that.

When it comes to traveling, Jimmy and Rosemary Fisher can say that about numerous sites around the world.

The couple, who will be married 50 years in Dec., have toured 37 countries and a vast majority of the United States.

“We are both history folks,” said Jimmy, a local attorney. “Both of us like learning and seeing new things.”

The Fishers got their start of traveling abroad in 1994.

“It started with high school student trips during the summer,” said Jimmy. “Rosemary and I just rode herd on those trips before we started traveling on our own.”

Travel partners now include Jimmy’s brother, Harvey and wife Celia and Corinth’s Charles and Sara Ellington.

“Harvey and Celia have traveled for several years,” said Jimmy.

“They are the ones who got us started.”

Each spring the Fishers head out on another adventure. The next trip lined up is a 16-day jaunt to the French and Italian Riviera in March of 2015.

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“People travel for different reasons.

Jimmy is interested in the history of each place while I am drawn to the country’s culture, how they dress and their religion.”

Rosemary Fisher students, it was usually before the real tourist season began around the first of June,” said Jimmy. “Now it’s in the spring.”

Over the years, the Fishers have seen the pyramids of Egypt, Great Wall of China along with numerous cathedrals and churches.

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as one of her most memorable places.

“It was impressive,” she said.

“Most Americans love Ireland and Switzerland, but I loved Greece … the water there was the most colorful form of blue.”

“Egypt was also incredible to see,” added Rosemary. “The people were so nice and I never felt threatened although there was security everywhere we went.”

“The Nile River dominates Egypt,” said Jimmy. “A mile on either side of the river is so plush and green, but once you get away from it, the rest is all desert.”

Spain is Jimmy’s favorite place thus far.

“Early on we took a group of kids there and I really liked the diversity,” he said.

The Winged Victory Samothrace statue in Paris left a lasting memory on Rosemary.

“I always saw pictures of it and wanted to see it myself,” she said.

For Jimmy it was Michelangelo’s statue of David in Florence.

“You can’t appreciate it until you see it,” he said. “To see something that detailed is fabulous.”

This spring, the two toured Holland and Belgium.

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because all the tulips were in bloom,” said Jimmy.

Forms of transportation change in each country.

“That’s one of the things I like,” said Jimmy of the different forms of getting around.

The Fishers have been on trains, carts, ferries, long boats along with a three-wheeled vehicle called a tut tut in Thailand.

“We have even been transported on “Part of the a elephant and camel,” said Jimmy with a smile. fun is to meet Thousands upon thousands of people and see photographs have been taken to things we have record each trip. Each trip sees in common with around 1,000 to 1,500 photos snapped by the couple. them.”

“I always enjoy putting together several books of photos,” said Jimmy.

Jimmy Fisher “We have seen numerous cathedrals and monuments through the years.”

The Fishers have yet to tour South America and would like someday to take a trip to Finland.

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“Part of the fun is to meet people and see things we have in common with them,” added Jimmy.

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When it comes to traveling, Jimmy and Rosemary Fisher know the route to take.

Since 1993, the couple has visited 37 countries and majority of the United States.

The two have some tips for those looking for adventure.

The Fishers recommend using a travel agency. Grand Circle Travel is the agency of choice for the couple.

“They cater to older travelers and aren’t as strenuous as student tours,” said the attorney of 48 years.

“A lot of people don’t like to use an agency, but we do,” said Rosemary.

“Grand Circle goes to the areas we want to see, is reasonably priced and provides a separate tour guide for each group,” added Jimmy.

River tours are also a favorite of the Fishers.

“The land tours are harder because most of your time is spent packing and unpacking,” said Rosemary.

“You also don’t have to worry about any meals on a river tour,” added Jimmy. “Every meal is taken care of.”

Spring-time travel is the choice of the two.

“We go in spring to beat the summer crowd,” said Jimmy.

Pricing also plays a part.

“We look at both the prices and the time we can go,” added Jimmy.

When traveling, Jimmy suggest purchasing a guide book.

“I like to get one and see what the place has to offer,” he said. “It’s interesting to get an up-close view on what you see on television.” pa g e 2 7

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Shiloh Ridge becomes recreational destination

By Kimberly Shelton For Crossroads Magazine Known for its rolling fairways, numerous amenities and superb attention to detail, Shiloh Ridge Athletic Club in Corinth has become a community asset and a recreational destination.

Since 1989, the golf course has taken pride in ensuring guests have everything they need right at their fingertips.

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From tranquil moments to exciting events, Shiloh Ridge is a welcome retreat for those in need of a getaway.

“Support from our community enables us to offer more,” said Owner Carroll Little. “Everyone is welcome at Shiloh Ridge.”

While golf is the most popular activity, the athletic club has a

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Above Shiloh Ridge has a 6,831-yard, par 72, 18-hole golf course.

Opposite page Shiloh Ridge features clay tennis courts for players.

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Golf

Featuring an 18-hole course, the par 72 course offers rolling hills and breathtaking views.

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Situated over approximately 90 acres, the 6,831 yard course offers fun and recreation for players of all skill levels. Meticulously maintained TifEagle greens create the perfect surface for putting.

Featuring an island green, Shiloh Ridge’s signature hole #8, par 3 will challenge even the most experienced of golfers.

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Each hole offers something unique and different, whether it be trees, bunkers or lakes. The course is a venue for a variety of events, including weekly nine-hole golf scrambles for its members.

Tournaments are common on Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day as holidays are a big deal.

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Those wishing to improve their game or perfect their golf swings can take advantage of one-on-one or group lessons offered by PGA golf professional Trey Adams.

Golfers may use the driving range, chipping range or the smooth putting green to practice. Hour and half-hour lessons are available.

Tennis

Featuring Rubico clay tennis courts and shaded viewing gazebos for spectators, Shiloh Ridge offers a custom experience.

Known to put less stress on the joints, the flexible surface offers comfort and quality.

Well-lit courts offer safety and evening matches. Various singles/doubles matches and mixers are held. The courts accommodate beginners as well as pros. An onstaff tennis professional is available for those wishing to improve their skill.

Swimming

Shiloh Ridge is the “clear choice” for “fun in the sun”.

Beat the heat in one of two seasonal outdoor pools or enjoy the indoor hot tub/lap pool year round. Boasting a family-friendly atmosphere, the main pool features two corkscrew water slides and a five-splash wading pool.

An on-duty lifeguard ensures safety and security to swimmers. As an added

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perk, members can munch on tasty treats from the Pro Shop. Group swimming lessons are available for several weeks during the summer from instructor Sherry Jones. The cost is $50 for members and $75 for non-members.

Fitness Center Featuring Cybex equipment and a state-of-the-art weight and cardio center, the two-story fitness center is the perfect place to work up a sweat. Listen to music or enjoy television while burning calories or building muscle. Members can alleviate stress and expel toxins in the gym’s dry sauna or steam their cares away in the warm steam sauna.

Friendly health professionals and personal trainers provide the tools needed to help reach fitness goals.

Pilates/aerobics, body sculpt cardio, and spin classes are available at no additional cost to members. Relax in the heated indoor whirl pool or purchase tanning minutes to regain that youthful summer glow. Ask about a free orientation to kick off your weight loss plan.

Jig Dance Company

Owned by Amber Gray, the dance company offers ballet tap, Jazz and more.

Dr. Beaty’s Chiropractic Clinic

Shiloh Ridge has a full service on-site chiropractor for those in need of pain relief or simply an adjustment.

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Pro Shop

Located in the heart of the clubhouse, the pro shop has everything needed to be game ready. The shop offers rackets, golf balls, clubs, shoes, apparel and snacks. Gift wrap is available and items can be special ordered.

Services include club set re-grips, racquet restrings and golf club rental. A SkyCaddie can also help pin down yardage.

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On-staff realtors will make finding real estate at Shiloh Ridge “easy and fun”. They are available day and night to assist property seekers with an office conveniently located inside the Shiloh Ridge clubhouse.

Chop House

Experience the tantalizing flavors and romantic ambiance of Chef John Mabry’s Chop House restaurant. American dining at its finest, each plate is served with skill and attention to service.

An upscale atmosphere with a flair all its own, Chop House features an innovative menu and a doting staff. Relax with a bottle of wine or sip on a glass of sweet tea while waiting to enjoy a memorable meal. The restaurant gladly accepts reservations for parties of six or more and has catering options both on-site and off-site for groups of 25 or more.

Their large dining room can accommodate 225 guests.

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Eighty Eight Piano Lounge The piano lounge offers “delectable bites and specialty libations” . Try the Bang Bang Shrimp or have the bartender mix up a French 75. A wideselection of beer is also available for those wishing to enjoy a “cold one”. Live entertainment is presented Tuesday–Saturday.

Venue

From wedding receptions to private parties and corporate meetings, Shiloh Ridge has meeting and banquet rooms to accommodate any gathering. A ballroom is also available for events.

Memberships

Full memberships, golf, tennis and health club memberships are available. Use of the outdoor pool and splash pad and unlimited golf rental can be purchased as add-ons.

Family and individual packages are available.

Rates range from $34 per month to over $1,000 annually depending on the package. Full membership is available for individuals at $129/ month with an annual cost of $1,548.

Full membership for families is $149/month with an annual cost of $1,788. Those who pre-pay can enjoy a discounted rates.

(Shiloh Ridge Athletic Club is located at 3303 Shiloh Ridge Road.

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1. Flags honor each veteran on Memorial Day in Shiloh National Cemetery.

nies at the Memorial Day program held in Corinth National Cemetery on Sunday, May 25

2. U.S. Marine and Vietnam veteran Mike Hennen stands in honor of the flag at Shiloh.

5. About 150 people attended the Memorial Day program at Shiloh National Cemetery.

3. Union re-enactors present the colors at the Shiloh Memorial Day program.

4. Veteran Bill Huff of Corinth served as Master of Ceremo-

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Pickwick Lake was buzzing with boats of all shapes and sizes over the Fourth of July holiday weekend, from the busy The Circle at Pickwick Landing State Park to fishermen below Pickwick Landing Dam on the Tennessee River. Rhonda Marlow of Henderson, Tenn. and her cousin Dianna Hughes joined many family members and friends with a pontoon boat rental from Pickwick Boat Rentals. Pickwick visitors were greeted to two fireworks shows -- one at the state park on July 4 and a second on Saturday, July 5 at Grand Harbor.

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Outdoor enthusiasts should take safety precautions

By Metro Creative Connection For Lifestyles Magazine Outdoor enthusiasts typically cannot wait to get outside and make the most of a beautiful day. But in their haste to enjoy the great outdoors, men and women can easily overlook safety precautions that protect them from potential hazards.

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Sneaking fruits and vegetables into any recipe

By Metro Creative Connection For Lifestyles Magazine

Fruits and vegetables are the building blocks of a healthy diet.

But many people do not eat the recommended number of servings of produce. That’s especially true among growing children, who can benefit greatly from the vitamins and nutrients fruits and vegetables provide.

According to the latest data from the NPD Group, a market research firm, Americans eat a little more than half a cup of fruit and a cup of vegetables per day. This is less than half of what the government recommends.

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• Add fresh berries or raisins to breakfast cereals and oatmeal.

• Add cauliflower or squash to boiled potatoes before mashing them to increase the nutritional punch and flavor of mashed potatoes.

• Blend fruits and vegetables to create smoothies for breakfast or lunch on the go.

• Bake hearty muffins or breads with sweet potato or carrots in the batter.

• Mix stewed tomatoes in with your broth soup base to make a vegetable or chicken soup even more nutritious.

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Single parents can handle challenge of balancing work and home life

By Metro Creative Connections For Lifestyles Magazine Becoming a parent may be the most important responsibility an adult ever faces, and that responsibility is even greater for single parents. Balancing work and home life as a single parent can seem like an endless juggling act.

But with a strong support system and some guidance, single parents can handle the challenge.

• Establish boundaries. Work and home life are both full-time responsibilities for single parents, and the line between work and family life often blurs for single parents wondering whether to put in more hours at the office or leave to tend to a family matter.

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