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In This Issue 6/ Editor’s Note

36/ Things To Do

10/ Tales of a Transplanted Fashionista

41/ Cherri Design

13/ Cover Story

42/ Thyme Enough

16/ Myers-Davis Life Coaching Institute

44/ Adventures in Arkansas

18/ Smith’s Verdict ***1/2

46/ In the Field with Randy

20/ DownTown Guide

47/ Batesville Area Arts Council

21/ Seniors, can we talk?

48/ Unity Health Harris

24/ Local Faces

49/ Trending @ ASUN

38/ Tasty Talk

Combating Bitter Eggplant

Making Contact

The Crunchy, Granola, Keller Kindness Challenge Dustyn Bork and Carly Dahl The Role of a Coach

The Last Tempation of Christ

The Unthinkable

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Making Contact Joseph Thomas

Well, hello everyone.

We are still reaching out, trying to make new contacts within our expanded areas and to further compile more events, weddings and faces from our local communites. If you have anything you’d like to share with our readers, please email me at eyeonjoseph@ eyeonmag.com Also log onto our website eyeonmag. com to find our drop list, current online publication and past publications.

This hot August issue has Randy Chlapecka’s look at Irrigation Termination,

Cherri Rogers’ Table Center Pieces Part II, Leigh Keller’s Crunchy, Granola, Keller Kindness Challenge and Tanner Smith’s review on The Last Temptation of Christ. Hannah Rodgers shares a tip to combat bitter eggplant, Sandy and Nelson Barnett share Spoon Bread and Chesapeake Corn, while Dr. Sandra Massey talks of changing lives for the better. Hannah K. Robison shares information on an upcoming workshop called Newport Hope for the Future by Alzheimer’s Arkansas as she submits for our own Michelle

Foshee while she is out on Maternity Leave (we wish her a peaceful time with her growing family).

Caroline Beauchamp discusses the Unthinkable, Kacey Burge covers Dustyn Bork and Carly Dahl of Batesville’s art scene as well as a feature on the Trail of Tears 3D Archery Range in Cave City, their shoots and tournaments. Myers - Davis speaks of the Role of a Coach, we have recognition for local Batesville father Josh Bryant, United Way news, local faces, things to do, I share part II of Logan’s Walk in this month’s Notes from the Clearning and

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Tales of a Transplanted Fashionista

The Crunchy, Granola, Keller Kindness Challenge

Leigh Keller is a high school guidance counselor at Batesville HIgh School and the director of the BHS Glass Slipper Project. She lives in Batesville with her son, Cole, and a pack of dogs.

You know what? Sometimes people are mean, and unhappy, and just downright not fun to be around. Which, in turn, makes you want to be mean, and unhappy right back to them. But what if you countered every thoughtless word and act with a simple act of kindness? My own child is really fantastic at this (sometimes I struggle, let’s be honest, especially if I feel like someone has been unkind to him, I want to cocoon him up and drive us as quickly as possible to some salt water, somewhere), every year in December we do the 25 days of kindness, instead of 25 days of books (I do like that one, and he is an avid reader) or 25 days of toys that we do not need in our home, but I like to include Cole in everything that I do. That everything usually includes clothing to other people (either clothing closet or the boutique we run out of our home), prom dresses and our weekly meal with my precious single mamas. He is such a gracious host and loves company.

So, this week I am stinking tired. I know that people think teachers and counselors get the entire luxurious summer off, but let me tell you, single mamas do not.

Most single mamas have a couple of side jobs, and I do too.

I think of the summer as the time to get some extra rest and playtime in, but also as an opportunity to make some extra money for our little family so that things are not so difficult during the school year. I am tired from the heat, tired and in need of the beach, and just tired of people in general (not good for a people person to say, but let’s be honest with each other). I went to get the mail today, after we saw our favorite mailman, Mr. Kyle, drop it off, and found a card for Cole. He is on day 12 of recovery from tonsil and adenoids removal and he is a new man (he requested to try a little pizza last night, so I think he is going to make it ), so I thought it might be a sweet get well soon card. What a surprise to him that one of my fabulous former students had sent him a gift card. The gift card was not for him to spend on himself, but to do some of his little neighborhood acts of kindness. He loves to give away cookies to the neighbors, water to his favorite mailman, Mr. Kyle, and to just generally spread good cheer to everyone who comes into contact with him. Of course, I cried (I have done that a couple of times this week, but this time out of thankfulness for such an alarmingly amazing gesture), as he went to work talking about what he could buy with his gift card, “We need to get some more waters for Mr. Kyle and the UPS guy who brings the dresses (Lularoe always ships via UPS ;) ) and for our trashmen, and Oh!! We need to go and meet the new neighbor now that I have my voice back (as talkers, him not having a voice was pretty sad for both of us), and something for our little neighbor who lives 10 Eye On Magazine

all by herself”. Now, if that little string of excited sentences doesn’t make you ashamed of everything you don’t think to do for people, simple kind things, I don’t know what kind of person you are.

Off we went to purchase his supplies, and he was so happy to get to make his deliveries. We got to meet our new neighbors (he will so miss Ms. Tara and Mr. Tim, and their fabulous yard holiday decorations) and surprise our little neighbor who seemed happy for some company.

Our crunchy, granola, Keller Kindness Challenge is this: If you can be kind to someone, do it. You truly never know what someone else is going through, what struggles they are facing, loneliness, financial hardship, sadness (sad and mad are neighbors, remember, most angry people are really just sad). Move your neighbors trash cans or newspapers in, if they are not able. If you see a mother with babies in her cart struggling to get the kids and groceries out of the cart and into her car, and return the cart to the maddening cart corral, take her cart for her (I remember this struggle all too well). Just be helpful and speak with a kind voice.

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Dustyn Bork and Carly Dahl

Cover Story

Kacey Clare Burge has a Master’s degree in Professional Writing from Chatham University. She has written for a Southwest Florida lifestyles magazine and because of her outstanding work, she was featured in REAL Magazine as a contributing copy writer and editor. She has worked as a debt content writer for a financial advice website and had a successful freelance career for several years. Kacey spends most of her free time with her husband, daugther and three rescue dogs, enjoying the outdoors and exploring what the state of Arkansas has to offer.

Meet the Faces Behind the Paint Brushes Even if you don’t know Dustyn Bork or Carly Dahl, you likely know their work. With touches of their creativity peeking out of the Pocket Park, gracing the lobby of the Melba and drawing you in to the newly opened Maxfield Park, you’ve probably admired their work and appreciated the charm and character their hands have created in the revitalization efforts that have taken place up and down Main Street. Bork and Dahl are a married pair of artists who have individually and collaboratively made an undeniable impact in the Batesville art community over the past 7 years. Both naturally talented, experienced and well traveled artists, this creative duo possess a fiery passion for advancing the arts in Batesville and helping pave the way for up and coming artists that have yet to emerge.

Midwestern natives who are proud to call Batesville their home, Bork and Dahl are pillars in the community, serving the city from both their professional platforms, as well as, in their personal time. The creative couple have manifested into a powerful pair as they ignite sparks in the local art scene and fan the flames through their proactive approach to bringing visibility to their passion. As an Associate Professor of Art at Lyon College and the Spragins Resident Mentor, living on campus, Bork is as passionate about his students as he is about his craft. Dahl, the former Director of the Kresge Gallery at Lyon College and Advancement Coordinator to the President’s Office, has held the position of Executive Director of Batesville Area Arts Council since 2015 and has been instrumental in the artistic growth seen throughout the area.

Why Batesville?

Both Bork and Dahl grew up in Monroe, Michigan, a town situated on Lake Erie, about 25 miles south of Detroit, and both graduated from Monroe High School.

Interestingly though, the pair didn’t meet until years later in Toledo, Ohio where Bork was lecturing and Dahl was attending college. They started dating and relocated to Batesville when Bork accepted a teaching position at Lyon College. Only planning on staying a few years, the couple quickly decided to make Batesville their home. Although moving from the Midwest to the South was an adjustment, Bork and Dahl began to appreciate the distinction. “We began to realize how much friendlier and more personable everyone is in the South,” Dahl says candidly. “We miss that aspect when we go back to visit Michigan.” Both Bork and Dahl agree that the great people at Lyon College and the Batesville community in general made the transition an easy one. “We love it here,” she says with a smile.

The Artists’ Inspiration Bork and Dahl have always been artistic individuals and had early callings into the arts. They both credit their families as instrumental in their personal journeys toward artistic accomplishment. “My parents have both been a lasting influence in my personal life and my career. They really inspired me to follow my passion and encouraged me to work hard to achieve my goals,” Bork says. “ I have found it is family and friends that are there to lift you up in the tough times, challenge you to be your best, and are there to share your successes.” Dahl agrees. Her mother was inspirational to her growing up and she still admires her today. “She is such a strong and independent woman who works hard. She has always been a great support system for me,” Dahl shares.

The Brush Meets The Palette Bork’s educational pursuits have been persistent, and, after high school, he went on to attend the University of Michigan where he always dreamed of going since he was a youngster. “It is a great university with a distinguished reputation,” he says. “It was a nurturing environment and my professors and fellow students pushed me to consider all of the possibilities of an art degree as part of a broader educational context.” While there, he studied Fine Art and Printmaking and upon earning his Bachelor degree in the field, he went on to attend Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana to earn his Master of Fine Arts (MFA). He then lectured for the next seven years at the University of Toledo. Here, is where he met Carly while she was studying to earn her Bachelor degree in Fine Arts in Printmaking at the Center for Visual Arts. “UT has a great art program,” she tells me. “The Department’s home is the Center for the Visual Arts (CVA), a building designed by world-renowned architect Frank Gehry, which is also attached to the Toledo Museum of Art.” Engaging the Voice of Art When the couple relocated to Batesville for Bork to start his tenure at Lyon, Dahl was quick to secure a position as well. She became the Director of the Kresge Gallery at the school and kept her plate full while serving on the board of Batesville Area Arts Council (BAAC) and Number Inc, an independent journal of the arts in Memphis, Tennessee. In 2013 she started working as the Advancement Coordinator to the President’s Office at Lyon College before moving on to become the Executive Director of BAAC in 2015, a position she still holds today.

Bork and Dahl both love their jobs and feel grateful to have the opportunity to do what they love every day. When asked what he loves about teaching, Bork replied simply, “All of it.” He appreciates the research, teaching, interacting and guiding his students, as well as getting to work with great colleagues. “My favorite aspect of my job is working with the students,” he says. “I love helping young artists find their voice. I enjoy teaching students to appreciate August 2017 13

and engage with art as a way to add value to their lives and become life long learners.”

The vested interest he has in his students is evident, and teaching at a small liberal arts college like Lyon allows him to cultivate close relationships with both students and alumni alike. “It’s been awesome to work so closely with these students for four years as part of a small art program because you really get to know them and can work closely with them to cater the classroom pedagogy to their goals and interests,” he explains. “By the time they graduate you feel like they are friends and not just students.” Bork delights in getting to see them go on and be successful in graphic design, marketing, teaching, studio art, and arts administration, or go on to continue their education in graduate school. “A lot of the students, whether they stay close by or wind up relocating, keep in touch and still ask for advice, invite us to their weddings, or just simply check in,” he says with a smile. “I get geeked just thinking about what is in store for my students in the future.”

Dahl is also passionate about what she does in arts administration and pours her energy into advancing the arts in Batesville. “As an artist, I love working in a place where I’m surrounded by art,” she says. “Each day is different, whether I’m interacting with guests in the gallery, helping to organize or teach a workshop for kids and adults, or planning an arts event to benefit our community.” Dahl appreciates the opportunity she’s had in her role to work in many different aspects of raising the visibility of the arts in Batesville. “I have enjoyed watching the arts grow in the community and I am grateful to have played a role in this growth.”

The World is a Canvas Bork and Dahl are well traveled and, thanks to the Nichols program at Lyon, the couple gets to combine their love for travel with their passion for mentoring young artists. They have had the opportunity to take students abroad to study art and expose them to different cultures in Germany, Italy, and recently, Belgium and the Netherlands this summer. “The trip was an awesome experience,” Bork says excitedly. “In addition to art, we took in the beautiful views of the canals and windmills, and toured the Anne Frank House along with numerous churches and Cathedrals.” The group was able to see the Girl With a Pearl Earring by Vermeer in The Hague and toured a medieval castle and prison. In Belgium, they saw works

by Rubens, Bosch, and Van Eyck including large works

by Rubens in situ at the Antwerp Cathedral and the Van Eyck altarpiece in Ghent. They enjoyed amazing food, beer, cheese, and chocolate. “We love exploring the arts, culture and cuisine,” Dahl says, and getting to expose students to all of these unique and rich cultures is priceless. “I have to pinch myself sometimes that I get to take students to these amazing places,” says Bork. “The highlight is seeing them experience the art, landmarks, and cultures for the first time. It helps me to gain perspective of their new world view and see these awesome places and masterpieces with fresh eyes and enthusiasm.”

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Beyond the Canvas The merits of these two artists don’t go unrecognized.

This past year, Bork was awarded the Individual Artist Fellowship for Visual Arts in Painting from the Arkansas Arts Council. This esteemed award is the largest that the Arts Council gives for individual artists, recognizing artistic and creative excellence and allowing the artist more time and energy to devote to their craft. “It was a huge honor and it gives me momentum going into a sabbatical I will take next spring,” Bork says. “This will allow me a break from teaching to focus on my creative research and develop a new large body of work.” His plan is to do a short artist residency, exhibiting this work first at the Arts and Science Center in Pine Bluff before heading on to other museums and galleries nationwide.

Dahl was the driving force behind Artoberfest, a free art and music festival featuring regional artists and musicians.

“Growing up in Michigan, I looked forward to many of the large art fairs in the area, such as the Ann Arbor art fair, and wanted to create a similar event to benefit Batesville and the surrounding communities,” she says. Her vision was brought to fruition thanks to the Impact Mini grant initiative from the Chamber. “It helped make this dream a reality,” she says proudly. The 2017 Artoberfest is slated to take place on Saturday, October 7 in Batesville.

Peeking Interest & Celebrating Talent Bork and Dahl are both active in the art community outside of their offices. Bork was originally on the board for the Batesville Area Arts Council, and since stepping off, he’s joined the board for the Ozark Foothills Filmfest. He helps out with clubs on Lyon College campus, Art Student League and Kappa Pi. He has volunteered with Apple and Upward Bound in the past, leading an arts interest group for High School students. He and Dahl both served on committees for the Impact Independence initiative, where Dahl co-chaired a committee for tourism, and on the Board of Directors for Numbers, Inc, an independent journal of the arts focused on Tennessee, Mississippi and Arkansas.

Dahl also attends Main Street board and merchant meetings and is currently participating in the Leadership Batesville program through the Chamber of Commerce.

Dedication to Cultural Excellence There is no question that Bork and Dahl have made a significant impact on the community and have been a driving force behind advancing the arts in Batesville. Their shared passion for art, combined with their dedication to the people of Independence County, make them a real asset to the community. Their personal and professional strides have benefited Batesville in extraordinary ways and there is no doubt they will continue to raise the visibility of the arts in and around the community with their hands-on approach to hard work and their steadfast dedication to mentorship. “We came here for Lyon and the art opportunity, but we are staying for the people and supportive sense of community,” says Bork. “And we are excited for the future,” Dahl adds. Stay tuned to see what’s next from this distinguished, local pair of artists.

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The Role of a Coach Recently in working on my own self-improvement I listened to a presentation about “The Role of a Coach.” Since I am a Life Coach the topic caught my interest. What exactly does a coach do? I’m pretty set on knowing what a sports coach does. I’ve been involved in a number of sports growing up and I remember my coaches and the teaching and support I received from them; all to make me a better player. As the speaker continued it became obvious that I should take notes for there was still yet a lot for me to learn. Here are his points: 1. A PERSONAL VISIONARY: A coach is the person who sees the bigger picture. They speak as if they were already there. They know where the next level is and how to get you there. Listen to what they say, see the vision and go for it.

2. A BELIEVER IN GREATNESS: A coach sees the greatness in others, and they develop a certain expectation that they can accomplish what the coach sees them doing.

3. HOLDS A SAFE PLACE: A coach is present in their environment. They create a safe place to make mistakes and grow. They make it clear that they can be trusted. A good coach allows room for failure but has the players’ back and can say what they need to hear, rather than what they want to hear.

4. BE AN INTENTIONAL EMPATHIZER: Most sympathy is automatic. Empathy is different and intentional meaning it goes even deeper. Stephen Covey says, “Seek for to understand, then to be understood.” Pretty good advice for everyone.

5. A PROFESSIONAL FRIEND: The idea of being a friend means you build a relationship. In a relationship there is always give and take. There is a connecting on commonalities and a reward that comes with it. Professionals show up on time and do what is to be done. Listen rather than tell. Paul Drakeford’s book, “The Awesome Power of the Listening ear” would be a good source. It is dated, but the principles remain the same.

6. A MOTIVATOR: We are not talking about the pep rally “you’re the best there is.” Rather what we mean is to understand what a player has in mind to accomplish and what they want to avoid. Where they want to go (in their mind) but take them beyond just talking about it. See they are motivated to do it.

7. MODEL OF RESPONSIBILITY: Help people choose what they want to do and then make it happen. Someone once told me, “Responsibility is the ability to respond.” I like that. Taking responsibility means you do have the power and ability to make the proper choice – it may not be the easiest, but it is the proper choice.

8. ACCOUNTABILITY HOLDER: Some would say this is “holding someone’s feet to the fire.” That may be true.

But more than that. It is helping people understand that all choices have consequences (good and bad) and need to be weighed carefully.

9. A TRANSFORMATION CATALYST: Transformation means getting to the next level. We are not talking about taking the next step, we are talking about going to the next level. You can be the catalyst that kicks them into overdrive.

At this point it almost seems like such a daunting task, and I guess it is. But remember there are certain objectives a coach has: First, to facilitate in development. It’s not just growth (though that comes with it) but development. That takes doing things with specific intent. Second, a coach is involved in experiential learning. Simply put, it is learning by doing.

It’s like doing a residency in personal development. Third, one can learn to acclimate. “Self-sabotage” often produces a fear of success, not just a fear of failure. Fourth, giving minimal support. A coach gives support but doesn’t do it for them. They must do it themselves. Fifth, the last objective we mention is adaptation and attraction. Building various relationships that allow them to continue in their life.

A coach plays an important part in the life of one who wishes to succeed. More and more you will be hearing about coaching as a vital part of the world we live in whether it be in personal life or business life. If we could be of assistance to you, call or email and we will promptly get in touch with you.

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The Last Tempation of Christ Tanner Smith is a native of Manila, Arkansas. He has written movie reviews for the T Tauri Galaxy (www.ttauri.org/galaxy) for several years and is a five year veteran of the T Tauri Movie Camp. He has made a number of films, ranging from horror to documentary, and has won awards in filmmaking and screenwriting.

Spoiler Alert…but come on; you know how this story ends already.

God sent His son to spread His message. There are many ways He could’ve gotten His word across to man, but He chose His son as a symbol. God so loved mankind that He made His one begotten son into a man. When Jesus rose from the grave three days after being shamed and beaten and crucified onto a wooden cross to die because of His constant spreading the message of love, that message became clear, and that’s what’s been taught in Christian teachings to this day. Renowned director Martin Scorsese’s “The Last Temptation of Christ,” adapted by screenwriter Paul Schrader from the novel of the same name by Nikos Kazantakis, is a film that shows just how cruelly difficult it was for Jesus to carry on in becoming that symbol. Because He was both a man and the Son of God, He had the same temptations of man.

Sometimes knowing what He had to be would be hard for Him to take in. But not knowing what to do made it even tougher. And with the Devil coming in many forms to steer him away from the path to delivering the message, He would even wonder what it would be like to live a normal life as a man. He had desires, thoughts, feelings; the same as any other man. And He had to resist such temptations in order to carry out His mission. What we can take from this film is that it’s “more difficult to be a good man than God.” (That’s a line Gene Siskel originally wrote in his Chicago Tribune review of this film; I’m sorry, but that’s such a good quote.)

The film (as well the book it was based on, for that matter) makes it very clear that it isn’t based entirely on the Bible and that’s more of an interpretation of what Jesus must have felt in the last days of His life. At the time of this film’s release, many religious groups have attacked the film, calling it “blasphemous.” (But then again, religious extremists will fire shots at any film in which God is mentioned in terms of story, like “Life of Brian” and “The Passion of the Christ,” usually when they haven’t even seen the film.) Since then, it has become widely appreciated as one of the finest religious films ever made, because it challenges audiences with questions of faith and belief and gets the message across in a very strong way, by showing what trials and tribulations Jesus had to face before fully carrying out His destiny. It’s a message that can give comfort to any sinner.

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forgiveness is not easily delivered. And it’s not easy for Him either. Sometimes He doubts himself and questions whether or not He truly is the Son of God (and when He does believe, He uses it to reproach His mother and the memory of His father—ouch). When the prostitute, Mary Magdalene (Barbara Hershey), is forbidden to attend a wedding, Jesus has to be as calm as possible in order to rationally bring her in. Sometimes, He’ll confide in Judas (Harvey Keitel, possibly the film’s weak link—I didn’t buy him entirely in this role), who is portrayed as a better man than most teachings have made him out to be (and his name becoming a curse doesn’t help either)—here, he’s a man doing what he thinks he’s supposed to do.

It all leads to the most controversial sequence of the film. Jesus is crucified on the cross, in extreme pain, listening to those around Him either berating Him or screaming in pain, and He starts to hallucinate and imagine what it would be like if He was taken down from the cross and able to live out the rest of His life as a regular human being. He marries Mary Magdelene, has a family, and lives a full life. But He is also shamed by His former followers, who claim He abandoned His mission and say they don’t know what to believe anymore. Jesus soon finds the strength to shake off His temptation and return to the cross, where He will die as God’s son and come back to deliver the last piece of the message.

Scorsese, who was raised Catholic, is hardly a strange choice to make “The Last Temptation of Christ,” since a good chunk of his films are about flawed people seeking redemption. He knew he was taking a big risk with the Christian right, and he even received death threats and had to arrange private, secure screenings for critics before the film’s release. But he’s a skilled filmmaker, as well as a believer, and those who see the film for what it is can appreciate what he put into it.

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The Unthinkable

Caroline Beauchamp is a local insurance agent for M & P Insurance & Investment Services. She offers personalized life and health insurance solutions and is known for her widelypublished informational column, ‘Caroline, Can We Talk?’.

She was diagnosed with breast cancer. After she and her daughters got over the shock, they were thrilled to find out it was in an early stage. The recommended procedure was a lumpectomy followed by a few preventive radiation treatments. The prognosis for Jo’s mother was excellent.

The day of surgery everyone was upbeat. Even though this was routine, Ruth went to the hospital to be supportive of her friend, Jo. When the doctor came out with the report, he confirmed the surgery had gone well and he had gotten all the cancer. Everyone was relieved.

When Jo’s mother woke up, Jo was thrilled to give her the good news about her surgery. Only one problem – Jo’s mother was totally unaware of where she was, unaware of why she had the surgery and unaware of who Jo was! A little later she did remember – and then she was confused and could not keep track of things. She was also having problems talking and communicating. The nurses immediately called the doctor. The doctors performed a series of tests, examinations and observation of her activities.

Then the diagnosis - early stage dementia. How did this happen so quickly? No symptoms or issues prior to surgery. She had a successful surgery and now this!

Jo and her sister were uncomfortable leaving their mother alone. It seemed like her memory loss was

progressing very quickly. Jo and her sister decided to take turns staying with her – one during the day and the other at night. (Both Jo and her sister were working and thankfully their employers were understanding and sympathetic.) But how long could they continue this? After several weeks the picture turned bleak. The physical strain of taking care of their mother, the emotional drain of watching this disease in addition to missing work and not having a paycheck forced them to admit that they needed help. A nursing home was the only sensible option for everyone but it was a very emotional decision.

The first nursing home they called had a reputation of providing good care but cost much more than they could handle. The other nursing homes they called did not have availabilities in the memory unit. Was this move going to be even more difficult than they thought?

Finally they found a place they felt comfortable with.

They were comfortable with the facility’s appearance, the care and the cost. They were going to be able to pay for care with their mother’s social security and savings account at least until they made other arrangements. Another difficult task – not just selling their mother’s home but what to do with all her “stuff”.

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Ready, Set, Aim Trail of Tears 3D Archery Range, located at 75 Hulett Road in Cave City, has been gaining notoriety over the past couple of years. It’s founder Dylan Coles is a young entrepreneur, starting his business with a sack of cash he saved up from a summer job he worked between semesters at college. “I originally bought the targets so I could practice and become more competitive in the sport,” he says. “But to help pay for them, I started having shoots and hosting tournaments.” Coles organized his first public shoot in August of 2015 and advertised it through his personal Facebook page with only a 10 day notice. Word spread fast! “We had 88 shooters show up,” he says with a smile. “I was blown away.” Since that fateful day, participation numbers have grown by leaps and bounds with a record attendance to date of 137 shooters.

The Archers of Tomorrow The range is typically open for personal practice and allows for archers to come shoot for $10 a round.

Coles also offers lessons when he can. “When I get the time, I love helping other archers improve their game,” he says. No matter the age or skill level, Coles is there to demonstrate, facilitate and offer pointers from his experience as an archer. Recently, some local schools brought out bus loads of kids to come try their hands at shooting, have a bite to eat and get some lessons with the bow and arrow.

A Cut Above the Rest Trail of Tears has regular, open to the public, shoots scheduled throughout the year and those events can be found on the official Trail of Tears 3D Range Facebook page. Recently, they had successful events catering to military personnel and a Fathers Day shoot. Plaques are awarded to the top 3 finishers as they proudly take their places on the podium and are graciously recognized for their skill. Trail of Tears also offers a lot of things that other archery ranges don’t. “We do all home cooked concessions, pro Shootdowns with live commentary on the PA system, drone coverage if weather permits, 3 pro classes, a known distance range, an iron man and live score updates on tv and computer screens,” Coles shares.

“We allow vendors and photographers to setup and we welcome spectators,” Sometimes, the Cave City archery team will setup a novelty shoot to help raise money.

A Shooting Class For Everyone The shoots are organized into 14 classes ranging from novice to pro. There are 2 categories for young archers, Peewee (up to 9 years old) and Cubs (9-13 year olds), and they shoot at no cost. Then there are the Genesis (NASP) and Traditional classes with $10 entry fees. There are also a wide variety of amateur classes with a $15 entry fee that includes the Youth (13-17 year olds), Novice (entry level bowhunting setup), Women's Hunter (entry level bow hunting setup and middle 22 Eye On Magazine

level bowhunting setup), Women's Known 40 (top level known distance), Senior (over 50 with any equipment), and Open (any equipment). In addition to these groups, there are 3 pro classes which include Hunter Pro (hunting sight any length stabilizer and lens), Known Pro (known distance 50 yard pro class), and Open Pro (any equipment) that have a $25 entry fee with half the fee going into a pool for the winner.

The Main Event The Trail of Tears 2017 State Championship is slated to take place August 26-27th at Cave City park. It is predicted to be the biggest shoot yet, with a laundry list of sponsors including PSE Archery, Beverly's Construction, Gibbs Archery, Razorback Archery, Barley's Heating and Air, Cup'd Up Outdoors, Team Bloodline, Bohning, Izard County Stickshooters, Batesville Gun and Pawn, Delta Force Bowstrings, Korbin Bowstrings, 12 Ring, Shrewd, No Limit Pawn Brokers, Carbon Express and Brian's Custom Lenses. There will be lots of door prizes, a dunking booth, various food and merchandise vendors and catering. The Cave City park venue offers plenty of parking and access to the 2 playgrounds and a full basketball court, making the event family friendly and packed full of activities to enjoy.

In addition to the regular shooting classes, there will be a 5 target pro shoot down, a long dot, a novelty shoot across the pond and an iron man all with full drone coverage. With uncooperative weather during last year’s State Championship shoot, Coles is very excited about what this year’s event will bring. “Trail of Tears has partnered with PSE Archery to give away a top of the line Evolve 31 in country camo,” he says. “And we will also be presenting Shooter of the Year buckles.” He is hoping to have some live music lined up for Shooter Appreciation.

The event is going to be action packed and is something you don’t want to miss. *If you are interested in being a vendor or would like to bring a camper/RV, please call (870) 283-5455 to reserve your place for August 26th and 27th. The cost is expected to be $15 a day with electricity hookup and refillable water (no sewage hookup on site, but brick bathroom shelters are available at the park). Check out the Trail of Tears 3D Range official Facebook page for more information and updates on this and other upcoming events. Butch Rogers from Jonesboro area representing PSE in the Open Pro Shootdown.

1.) Drake Wilson from Lepanto shooting an awesome score.

2.) The Field Trip archery tournament with the Southside Archery School Team.

3.) The top 3 shooters in Hunter Pro. From left to right. Dennis Sneed, Tim Smith, and James Lee. 4.) Cub class- Braden Paul shooting strong on a pronghorn antelope.

5.) Jacquelyn with her traditional bow from out of town. They do a "farthest traveler award" for the shooter who drives the farthest to participate.

6.) This is Trail of Tears owner Dylan Cole placing at a National Pro/Am shoot.

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Local Faces Daughter’s rare disorder solidified UACCB alum’s decision to enter health care field Hannah Keller Flanery

Josh Bryant considered nursing as a career after high school but it wasn’t until his daughter was born with a rare disorder that he began to pursue his nursing degree. Bryant graduated from the registered nursing program at the University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville in December 2016.

“My daughter’s diagnosis with Angelman Syndrome really solidified my decision to become a nurse. We decided we were going to be very proactive in her treatment and give her all the opportunities that a normal child would have,” Bryant said.

According to the Foundation for Angelman Syndrome Therapeutics, Angelman Syndrome is a severe neurological disorder characterized by profound developmental delays, problems with motor coordination and balance, seizures and delayed development of functional speech. It is caused by the absence or mutation of Chromosome 15. Bryant said the third annual Macy’s Stroll and Roll was held in April at Riverside Park. The event is an annual fundraiser named after his daughter used to raise awareness of Angelman Syndrome. All proceeds go to the Foundation for Angelman Syndrome Therapeutics. The event raised $11,000 this year. Along with 4-year-old Macy, Bryant and his wife Ronda also have a son, Miller and a daughter, Emma.

Originally from Springdale, Bryant moved to Batesville with his family about four years ago. Before moving to the area, Bryant had worked in sports marketing management for New Line Media. “I realized what I liked about working in marketing was helping people. I decided I wanted a career that would have more of an impact in people’s lives,” he said.

Bryant said with a community college right in town, it was a “no brainer” to check out the nursing program at UACCB. “It was a good spot for me. It made sense financially and geographically. I decided over Christmas break that I was going to enroll in January, and I completed the program in less than two years,” he said.

Bryant now serves as the Health Coach Coordinator at White River Medical Center. He coordinates the health coaches and health navigators, pairing them with patients with chronic conditions who need in-home assistance or a follow up visit after they are discharged from the hospital. While at UACCB, he made it a goal to be actively involved in campus life. He served as a student ambassador and was a member of the Student Government Association.

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that I made through my involvement in campus activities and programs. I even met the person who is now my boss,” Bryant said.

Bryant said he had a great college experience even with the struggles students face. Like many students, College Algebra was a challenge for him, but he said the support he received from his instructors and tutors in the student success center helped him succeed.

“You’re teachers really care about you and want you to succeed. Take your pre-requisites and co-requisites early on. Don’t wait until you’re in the nursing program to tackle those, and take advantage of the summer classes,” he said.

Bryant plans to continue to pursue his education and is considering a bachelor’s of nursing, hospital administration or public health.

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The ribbon cutting ceremony for the Batesville Community Center and Aquatics Park was early in June in celebration of the amazing facility’s grand opening. Approximately three hundred guest were in attendance including community members, contractors, and city, county and state officials. The community center will be open seven days a week from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. It is equipped with a gym with basketball courts, walking track and racquetball court. The facility has an outdoor aquatic park, three indoor pools, a fitness center, group fitness room, bath house, meeting rooms, a kitchen and concessions.

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1.) Team members include: (in no particular order), Haley Grissom, Brooklyn Frick, Maigan Johnson, Kassidy King, Maddie Pool, Rachel Russell, Dayven Pledger, Hannah Rickman, Gabby Ellis, Samaria Jackson, Hannah Weaver, Molly Harrison, Paige Meredith, Michaela Ball, Cloie Mitchell. 2.) Tournament photo. 3.) Kassidy King.

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Salted Caramel Bars Adrienne Freeman is a Jackson County based food writer whose work is published statewide. When not at the keyboard, she can be found in the kitchen, focusing on recipes and techniques that can be easily replicated by fellow enthusiastic home cooks. She always welcomes reader response at adrienne@whimsyandwow.com.

Every so often, I notice that one ingredient or flavor profile will pop up on all menus, in every restaurant and on products at the grocery store. Think Chipotle, Sriracha, Salt and Vinegar, etc. Whatever it is, it seems to invade all products from snacks to desserts. We feel like we are missing something if we don’t join in.

Caramel has been around forever, but the “in” thing I have been seeing is Salted Caramel. The candy bar people have known forever that the addition of a little something salty perfectly complements the rich and buttery caramel. These cookie bars are nothing but delicious and a warning to the wise – you can’t eat just one!

into the pan to form a bottom crust.

Place remaining crust mixture in the refrigerator.

Preheat oven to 325F. Bake crust until firm and the edges are a pale golden brown approximately 20 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack and let cool about 15 minutes.

While the bottom crust is baking and the remaining dough is chilling, make the caramel filling. Place the unwrapped caramels in a saucepan, add the cream and vanilla and cook and stir over low to medium heat until completely melted. (You can also use the microwave in short bursts to melt the caramel mixture.)

Pour the caramel filling over the

crust. Generously salt with sea salt.

Remove the remaining chilled dough from the refrigerator and crumble it evenly over the caramel.

You may find the chilled dough doesn’t “crumble” that easily. If so, just place on a cutting board and chop into the size pieces you want for the topping.

Return the pan to the oven and bake until the filling is bubbly and the crumbled shortbread topping is firm and lightly golden, about 25 – 30 minutes.

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To make reservations or for additional information about the Citizens Bank Travel Club, contact Chuck Jones at 870-6986233, or email chuckj@thecitizensbank.net.

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Hutchinson, 60 members of the Citizens Bank Travel Club sat down to “Lunch at the People’s House.” The luncheons are served only two days in the spring each year in the Grand Hall of the Governor’s Mansion in Little Rock. Lunch was followed by a tour of the mansion grounds.

The ESSE Purse Museum, located in the South Main District of Little Rock, presents ladies’ handbags as concepts of art, history, and importance to the feminine essence. The museum’s permanent exhibit honors and celebrates the progression of the 20th-century American woman – decade by decade – through the lens of her handbag and the contents within.

While touring the Purse Museum, Travel Club member Wanda Perkey of Cave City discovered that the macramé purse she was carrying was strikingly similar to one of the purses hanging in one of the display cases. Ms. Perkey laughingly confessed she had recently purchased her handbag at an estate sale for the princely sum of $3.

At the Arkansas Repertory Theatre, Travel Club members were treated to a unique interpretation of “Godspell,” the timeless, groundbreaking rock musical that blends the Gospel According to St. Matthew with an unbridled sense of joy. An aerial acrobatics troupe brought a “Cirque” feel to the production, which was reimagined as a Southern parable set in a down-onits-luck circus.

Arkansas’ role in the history of frontier exploration will be the subject of the next expedition of the Citizens Bank Travel Club, which will tour Washington State Park on Thursday, August 17.

The unique museum village preserves and interprets the history of 19th century Washington, which was established in 1824 as an important stop on the rugged Southwest Trail for pioneers traveling to Texas.

Space is limited for all Citizens Bank Travel Club tours and events. The balance of the Club’s 2017 schedule of activities includes:

On Thursday, October 19, Club members will travel to the World War II Japanese-American Internment Museum in Southeast Arkansas. The museum at McGehee explores the history of nearby Rohwer and Jerome, where U.S. government internment camps housed more than 17,000 JapaneseAmericans during World War II. The group will also tour the Relocation Center Memorial and Cemetery at Rohwer.

Marlsgate Plantation at Scott will open its doors on Tuesday, November 14, for a Travel Club tour and luncheon at the stately columned Greek Revival Mansion. Majestically rising amid acres of rice, cotton and soybeans, Marlsgate is a reflection of the opulent plantation era. This trip will also include a visit to the nearby Toltec Mounds Archeological State Park.

On Sunday, December 10, “Caroling in the Caverns” will find wonderful holiday music, created from the acoustic combination of talented area musicians’ voices and stringed

1.) Jacki Klonowski (from left) of Batesville, Jeanette Bennett of Newark and Carol Thompson of Batesville prepare to enter the Arkansas Governor’s Mansion for “Lunch at the People’s House.”

2.) Arkansas First Lady Susan Hutchinson (left) greets Barbara Fitzpatrick and Georgeann Hicks of Batesville in the Grand Foyer of the Arkansas Governor’s Mansion.

3.) Citizens Bank Travel Club members (from left) Connie Moss of Newark, Saundra Shaw of Oil Trough, Dianna and Ron Satterwhite of Batesville, and Anne Butcher of Cotton Plant are ready to order their meals in the Grand Hall of the Arkansas Governors Mansion. Others visible at the table beyond are Raye Rogers, Bob Carius, Bob and Marcella Langley, and Bill Bundy, all of Batesville.

4.) Wanda Perkey of Cave City smiles as she discovers that her own macramé handbag is extremely similar in style to one on display at the ESSE Purse Museum in Little Rock!

5.) Having fun with circus props at the Arkansas Repertory Theatre are (from left) Becky Jeffery, Betty Webb, Barbara Fitzpatrick, Marilyn Brewer, Carol Fredrecks and Sue Floyd all of Batesville.

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A huge thanks goes out to all the sponsors and volunteers who helped make the White River Health System Foundation (WRHSF) Pink Dinner and the 23rd Annual Golf Classic a success! Between both events, the WRHSF raised a record $253,343 to benefit the WRMC Breast Care Center. The weekend kicked off with the Pink Dinner on Friday, June 16th, at the home of Robert and Beth Christian. Guest speakers were Dr. Steve Alexander, Breast Surgeon, and breast cancer survivor Michelle Huff along with her husband Richard.

The night ended with a special Luminary Ceremony honoring or remembering those affected by breast cancer.

On Saturday, June 17th, 176 players competed at the Course at Eagle Mountain. Sponsors included 99 businesses and individuals. We could not have made this happen without the generosity of the community.

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ster a E Megan Watson was i son r e h eight years old when t S n Wa d n she first saw Jeff and Sheri a Mega f f Easter.

They were in concert at Je & the Independence County Fair. She was

inspired that year to sing her first Jeff and Sherri Easter solo in church. She says from that moment on she was always singing their songs. “Their music is the reason why I learned to sing as a kid. I have never stopped,” Watson says, adding that now she has a two and four year old that sing their songs.

Watson has made a consistent effort to get the couple back to Batesville ever since. She has attended numerous concerts of theirs, meeting both Jeff and Sheri in person. She admits, “Nothing compares to last year. I had the amazing opportunity to sing with them at Silver Dollar City in Branson to an audience of twelve thousand people. It was the coolest experience for me. Now, getting to open for the lovely couple in my hometown might be even better!”

The Citizens Bank and Intimidator Inc. of Batesville are supporting Watson in her fervor to bring the Easters to concert at UACCB on August 26. “They have put their faith in me,” says Watson of the sponsors. The award winning southern gospel performers will perform in the Independence Hall, thanks to Citizens Bank, Intimidator UTVs and Spartan Mowers.

Jeff and Sheri Easter are two-time Grammy Award nominees and last year took home two Dove awards in the categories of Bluegrass/country album of the year and country recorded song of the year. Overall, Jeff and Sheri Easter have won eight dove awards from the gospel music association of the United States in recognition of outstanding achievement in the Christian music industry.

“Joining Jeff and Sheri on the road is their daughter Morgan,” Watson explains, “who accompanies them with vocals to round out the kind of harmonies that only a family member can produce.

Tickets for the concert are $10 each in advance, and are available

at UACCB, Intimidator and all Citizens Bank locations in North Central Arkansas. Tickets will be $15 each at the door.

“When we perform we want people to leave a little different than when they came in Sheri Easter says “ we want them to have a great time smiling, laughing, crying and healing. We want them to know GOD loves them and that He is in control.”

Megan married Adam Watson 5 years ago, “We have the best life!” she says. “We have a little boy who is 4 years old and a 2 year old girl, Jace and Anna. They both have grown to love the Easters too. Jace favorite song is River of Jordan.. he already knows every word!”

She believes they will eventually sing in church together because it’s in their blood. “Right now I don’t know if we are brave enough just yet--We jam out in the car a lot though,” she confesses with a laugh.

She sang “Roses Will Bloom Again” for her first solo and has been singing ever since. She grew up in a musical family, “and in my family you sing when you can. Seems like the national anthem is my main gig, ha-ha.” She sang it at the travelers stadium several times and a lot of extra activities in the community; Ballgames, Fireworks, etc. She adds, “I even got to sing the National Anthem with a veteran who had 7 purple hearts holding the flag. That was the coolest feeling!”

She even opened for Merle Haggard when he was at UACCB and has auditioned for American Idol.

“All I ever wanted in my life was to get married have kids and eventually get to sing or open for Jeff and Sheri Easter and I cannot believe it has all happened.

The concert will be the best thing in my singing career to have happened for me!” Watson is a member at First Baptist Church in Batesville, has worked at Citizens Bank for 11 years and is the AVP Retail Operations Manager. We wish her well and hope that it is all she ever dreamed it would be.

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Batesville Hunter Education Aug. 26, 8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. FREE Oct. 7, 8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. FREE Mary Zirkle, instructor. UACCB Nursing Allied Health Bldg, 927/928. Pre-registration online is required. To register call 870.612.2082 or email communityed@uaccb.edu.

Movies In The Park-Food Truck Friday Riverside Park in Batesville from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on August 11 there will be a free showing of the movie Storks at 8:30 p.m., area food trucks will be serving lunch and dinner.

White River Bass Classic On August 12 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., call 870.307.4113 for more information.

Annual Comp Cams / Crop Production Services Topless 100 The Batesville Motor Speedway on the weekend of August 17 - 19 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. For more information call 870.613.1337.

Friends with Food Allergies If you or someone you know has food allergies, sensitivities, or Celiac disease, you are invited to our area’s new group, Friends with Food Allergies. Come meet people who know exactly how you feel and what you are going through. Allergy friendly snacks will be provided by Hananel Bakery. For more information, contact Hannah Rogers at (870) 283-2343.

Microsoft Word Level 1 Aug. 29, 8:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. $69 In this introductory course, participants will learn the basics of document preparation including character formatting, paragraph formatting and document formatting.

Learn to work with graphics, styles, themes and document designs. Rhonda Byrd, instructor. UACCB Main Campus Bldg, 222. For more information or to register, call 870-612-2082 or email communityed@uaccb.edu<mailto:communityed@ uaccb.edu>.

Exam. The presenter, Greg Fulton, is a math educator with 36 years of teaching experience, including 28 years preparing high school students for a successful ACT(r) experience.

Students may register to take the class either Saturday, Sept.

2 or Oct. 21. Each class session is from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the UACCB Nursing Allied Health Building in room 926.

The registration fee is $30. Pre-registration is required. For more information or to register, call 870-612-2082 or email communityed@uaccb.edu<mailto:communityed@uaccb.edu>.

Friends of the Library The Independence County Library Friends Foundation has kicked off its “Friends of the Library” membership drive. Memberships in the Friends group are now available at the Library, 368 East Main Street in Batesville. Annual membership dues are $25.00 per person and renew every January, at the beginning of the Foundation’s fiscal year.

Contact: Vanessa Adams, Library Director at 870.793.8814, orvanessa@indcolib.com.

Spay or Neuter Coupons The Humane Society of Independence County (HSIC) wants to remind everyone that it offers coupons worth $35 off the cost of having your pet spayed or neutered. Please call the shelter during office hours (Tuesday through Friday from Noon-5:30 p.m. and Sat 11a.m.-4 p.m.) for more information.

The shelter phone number is (870) 793-0090.

Hutchinson Community Center Available The Hutchinson Mountain Community Center at 3370 Camp Tahkodah Road is available for rent by contacting Lea Barber at 870-612-4718.

Alzheimer’s Arkansas Caregiver Support Group of Batesville The Caregiver Support Group of Batesville provides opportunities for you to talk with others who really understand what you are going through. Join us every second Thursday at 5:45 p.m. in the WRMC Josephine Raye Rogers Women’s Center Conference Center. Contact Deanna Green at 443.651.9686 for more information.

Cave City Music and Fireworks The Trail of Tears 2017 State Championship is slated to take place August 26-27th at Cave City park. There will be lots of door prizes, a dunking booth, various food and merchandise vendors and catering. The Cave City park venue offers plenty of parking and access to the 2 playgrounds and a full basketball court, making the event family friendly and packed full of activities to enjoy.

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recycling program to collect aluminum, metal cans, plastics, paper and cardboard. The collection site is located at 300 Circle Drive, next to the Izard County Sheriff's Office off Hwy 9 Spur. Collection dates are Tuesday and Saturday afternoons from noon-4pm. Items you can drop-off: > Aluminum - beverage cans only (crushed cans preferred). > Metal Cans - food, beverage and juice cans. Empty foods and liquid and rinse thoroughly. OK to Leave labels on. (No paint cans or oil cans.) > Plastics - Soft Drink bottles, milk jugs, detergent bottles, etc. Containers MUST have #1 or #2 inside the triangle on the bottom. No paint, oil, chemical (pesticide or herbicide) plastics. > Paper - newspapers, magazines, phone books, paper, junk mail. Please keep paper dry! > Cardboard - Boxes, dry food boxes, shoe boxes, etc. Flatten all boxes. Pizza delivery boxes are OK but no wax-coated or frozen food boxes.

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Manna Manna Food Pantry is located in the Newport Pentecostal Church of God at 205 Ray street in Newport.

They are an open every Tuesday from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. for you come in and choose the items your family needs.

They have partnered with the NEA food bank in jonesboro.

Donate to the pantry by contacting Gail Poole. at 501-4731560 or log on to www.newportpcg.com. Accepting food donations.

JCHS The Jackson County Humane Society has recently undergone needed repairs to keep our dogs warm and dry, but now we have to pay for it. If you would like to donate, please send payment to: JCHS, P.O. Box 154, Newport, AR 72112 Or contribute online at: https://www.gofundme. com/jchs-winter-campaign. The Humane Society is a 501(c) (3) organization and donations are tax deductible. If you would like a receipt for your donation, please include your contact information with your donation. Thank you for your support. Sincerely, Ann Hout, JCHS President.

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Tasty Talk

Combating Bitter Eggplant Hannah Rogers recently returned home after serving 5 years in the U.S. Coast Guard as a cook. She enjoys time with her dog, baking, hiking, and serving others.

Hannah is currently in the process of establishing Hananel Bakery in Batesville

If you are anything like me, the first time you ate eggplant was your last time. Unfortunately, I am on a highly restrictive diet and my basic survival instinct kicked in when I realized that I had to figure out how to enjoy the things I have always disliked. After a little research and a lot of whining, I had to force myself to eat one of the few foods I could eat – the horrible, dreaded, bitter eggplant.

There is not a good answer for why exactly eggplant is bitter. Sometimes it is bitter and sometimes it is not.

You never know which one you are going to bring home.

However, there is an idea that the indicator of bitterness is the seeds. Underripe or ripe eggplant will have small seeds.

Once the seeds have become bigger, the flesh obtains bitter compounds. This is evident in overripe eggplant.

Yet, research is still being done on the process of eggplant turning bitter.

So, the first thing to note is how to pick a good eggplant. There are many different colors and kinds, but America generally offers just one – the plump, oblong, purple colored eggplant. When buying eggplant, you want it to be shiny and firm. This is a good indicator of being ripe. Since eggplant’s bitter flavor is presumed to be from it becoming overripe, it is important to consume eggplant while it is still ripe for optimal flavor.

The key to avoiding bitter eggplant is salt. Peel it, slice it, or cut it up and then liberally salt all sides of the eggplant. Let it sit for 30-60 minutes, wash or shake off the excess water and salt, and then batter, fry, cook, or bake it as needed for your dish. The salt triggers osmosis, which draws out the vegetable’s excess moisture and bitterness.

You can watch the process occur, as the eggplant pieces will sweat. If you press on the pieces, more water will be released, collapsing some of its air cells. This will result in less oil being absorbed if you sauté, fry, or bake it in oil.

Its high moisture content allows eggplant tissues to collapse rather quickly when heated. When cooked in oil, eggplant absorbs the oil in high amounts. This absorbed oil is what results in the soft, buttery texture that I have come to love and even crave. Also, the oil used will carry the essence of whatever herbs, spices, and foods are cooked in the dish with eggplant, enhancing the vegetable’s flavor.

Now that we know a little bit about eggplant and how to combat its bitterness, we can start looking at different ways to serve eggplant. Next month will be discussing different eggplant recipes that are surprisingly delicious.

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Dining Table Centerpiece - Part 2 Cherri Rodgers has a B.S. In Interior Design from UCA. She is active in several local ministries & community projects. Most of all, she values time with her family and grandson. Cherri's Interior Design is available for both residential & commercial design or decorating needs. Cherri now has The Kitchen Shop at 2485 Harrison St. for all your kitchen needs.

This month, we are discussing formal dining table centerpieces. Many American homes have a casual dining area and a formal dining area. Most formal dining rooms are typically only used a few times a year, so opt for a more permanent piece. Centerpieces can also be changed for seasons or holidays, if desired. Keep in mind that your centerpiece should sit about twelve inches below your dining room lighting. Your eye needs some separation between the centerpiece and the lighting.

For your formal dining room, consider a low rectangular glass vase instead of a tall vase. Fill it with rocks and insert beautifully colored flowers, fresh greenery or beautiful vegetables. Another idea that looks great is to lay fresh cut flowers at an angle (stem on right bottom corner and bloom at top left edge). Use your vacation memorabilia to fill the vase also.

Another idea is to use a tall vase filled with wispy

grasses and then place a plate, photo or art piece on an easel in front of the vase. Another option is to turn glasses or stemware upside down and place objects, such as flowers or heirlooms, under the glass. Place a candle, flower or other small object on top of the glass as well. A clear glass container filled with goldfish will make a colorful statement in your room. If your family is like mine, deer antler strategically lined up makes quite a statement. Place items behind/between each antler to fill the space and add height.

For your formal dining table, you can choose a single item or put together a grouping. To add more color, a fabric piece can be placed under your centerpiece, if you desire. Typical items usually include a table runner or placemat, but you can be creative, such as a hooked rug turned on an angle. Be careful though that your formal setting does not begin to look casual, unless this is the look you are trying to create. However, a formal table does not need anything under the centerpiece.

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Spoon Bread and Chesapeake Corn

Nelson and Sandy Barnett met in college. They have been happily married for 56 years and are still having fun cooking and living!

Ah, summer! That glorious time in Arkansas that gives us lovely, locally grown tomatoes, crookneck squash and onions, fried okra, field peas, iced tea. What is better than a good meal of summer vegetables on a bright August day!

And to top it off, there is nothing better to include with the meal than Spoon Bread and Creamy Chesapeake Corn.

The Spoon Bread recipe was passed to us from Sandy’s aunt, Eulalia Conditt Brandenburg, or Aunt Lady as she was called by her family. She was an remarkable high school English teacher in Newport, Swifton and Tuckerman.

Remarkable, but terrifying we heard from more than one of her former students. Sandy says that when she would write to Lady she always worried that she might get the letter back with lots of red marks in the margins! Her talents didn’t end with teaching. She was a fine cook and summer evening meals were her specialty. When her nieces and nephews came to visit her table was filled.

Aunt Lady’s Spoonbread Bring 1 pint sweet milk to the boiling point, and slowly

stir in ¾ cup of white cornmeal. Let cook until thick. Take off heat and cool. When cool add 1½ Tablespoons sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, 1½ Tablespoons melted butter, and 4 egg yolks. Mix well and fold in the 4 well beaten egg whites just before pouring into the buttered baking dish. Aunt Lady used a casserole dish. Bake at 400 degrees for 25 minutes until brown, but not too jiggily. Let set for 10 minutes and serve hot! And a large pat of butter on each serving won’t hurt!

Kathy and Jim’s Creamed Chesapeake Corn Our friends, Kathy and Jim Wilson have moved to northwest Arkansas, and we wish they hadn’t. Yet even as we miss them, they left behind some good memories and some great recipes. One of these recipes that is always on our menu when we can get local sweet corn is Chesapeake Corn. It originally came from the “Big Book of Outdoor Cooking,” but the Wilsons and Sandy tweaked it a bit. This recipe takes 4 cups fresh or frozen corn and serves 6 – 8 people.

Melt 6 tablespoons butter in a sauce pan or skillet over medium heat. Stir in the corn to coat with the butter.

Cover and sweat the mixture for 5 minutes. Uncover and continue cooking until the accumulated liquid has mostly evaporated, a minute or two (or more) for fresh corn, several more if you started with frozen corn. Stir in ½ to 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning and ¾ cup half and half, and continue to cook until reduced and thickened with just a little liquid remaining. Serve hot.

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Adventures in Arkansas NWA

Karin Mohlke Huffman is a stay at home mom. She enjoys hiking, camping being outdoors, and gardening. Karin is married to Nathan Huffman and mother of three children.

I was lucky enough to spend four glorious years in Northwest Arkansas when I attended the University of Arkansas for college. It changed my life in so many ways, and I realized how beautiful Arkansas really was while I lived there. My sister moved into the area the year I came back to Batesville, so that gave me many opportunities to visit.

I didn’t realize all of the natural wonders NWA had to offer while I lived there as I was busy with school, friends and the marching band. As I got older and could research and actually have money to spend, I started to realize the beauty and splendor on the road trip to NWA. I had a chance to spend a few days with my sister in July to celebrate her and her family buying a new house.

Oh, and to love on my 3 year old niece, Eva Mae too! We always try to do some type of hiking while I am in, and decided on a little place called Monte Ne. Monte Ne was created in 1901 as a health resort

by William Hope Harvey, and it ultimately ended in 1930 underneath Beaver Lake. Harvey was a financial theorist, and a one-time Presidential nominee. Monte Ne was actually the site of the first and only presidential convention in Arkansas. He may have been a financial wiz, but had a terrible management style that led to the demise of the health resort along with the fact that Beaver Lake was created in 1964 which now covers the small resort town.

The resort housed two hotels, “Missouri Row” and “Oklahoma Row” and were named the largest log buildings in the world, and held the very first indoor swimming pool in Arkansas. “Oklahoma Row’s tower section is the only structure at Monte Ne that can be seen when the lake is at its normal state.

We headed out to Monte Ne late one Sunday evening, as it was only 19 miles from my sister’s house and Arkansas weather is no joke in July! The trek was easy, and once we got to Monte Ne we were greeted by the Monte Ne Inn Chicken. I might add that almost every local I talked to mostly talked about this restaurant rather than the ruins…

Apparently, it’s the best chicken in Arkansas!

We made it to the open water site and there was the tower standing firm, graffiti and all. Still, a very solid, concrete structure that has withstood the hands of time, that’s for sure. It looked to have been vandalized by many, and I’m sure that’s why there was a huge fence all around it.

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get to see any of the other underwater structures. The last time Beaver Lake was low enough to see anything substantial was in 2006 when the water levels got just above 1,100 feet, and this sparked tons of interest back into the city. Locals and people from all over came out to explore the ruins as the upper part of the amphitheatre and the retaining wall were in clear view.

Monte is a neat place to visit, but be warned, it has fallen to massive neglect and vandalism. Yet, you can still see the massive concrete structures and the architecture was ahead of its time. Monte Ne was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1978, and is now owned by the Army Corps of Engineers.

I was hoping to see more the day we visited, but I did learn a lot about the area, and I will be watching Beaver Lake water levels throughout the year. I want to see that amphitheatre!

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In the Field with Randy Irrigation Termination

Randy Chlapecka is an agronomist with Farmers Supply Association. He is retired from the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture - Cooperative Extension Service where he served as a County Extension Agent for over 32 years. He is an avid ASU Red Wolves fan and has announced Newport Greyhound sporting events since 1996. He also enjoys vegetable gardening.

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After some timely rains in June and early July, we finally hit a dry spell in mid-July and irrigation demand increased considerably. As we get into August and early September, it will be time to start thinking about when irrigation can be stopped.

In this issue, I will discuss irrigation termination in corn, rice and soybeans.

In corn, the development of the starch layer in the kernel should be monitored to determine when you can terminate irrigation without sacrificing yield. If the starch layer has progressed 75 percent down the kernel and you have good moisture, then you should be able to safely terminate irrigation.

With rice, there are a couple of rules of thumb that can be considered in regard to when you can safely drain fields. The field should be 25-30 days past 50 percent heading, 25 days for long grain varieties and 30 days for medium grain varieties.

This will be listed on DD50 printouts as well. In fact, the DD50 will actually predict draining medium grain varieties at 35 days past 50 percent heading but you should typically be safe at 30 days.

The other rule of thumb is based on visual observation of the maturing grains on the panicle. On silt loam soils the panicles should be two-thirds straw-colored and on clay soils the panicles should be one-third straw-colored prior to draining.

A personal rule of thumb that I have always used is that I want the end grains to be straw colored and I want the base grains to be milky before I begin to consider making a drain recommendation. I always consider predicted weather and soil type when using this method.

With soybeans, we always used to say that when the beans were touching within the pods (Growth Stage R6) and there was good moisture, that you could terminate irrigation without losing yield. Research about 10 years ago showed that we were losing some yield by terminating at this stage. That research showed that there were still a few bushels left to gain by having good moisture past this point. We now believe that there needs to be good moisture until about Growth Stage 6.5 in order to obtain maximum yield. This is the point where the beans separate from the white membrane within the pod wall. You should start seeing the beginning of color change at that point.

If producers will utilize these irrigation termination recommendations, they can avoid losing yield after pretty much all inputs have already been spent on the field.

For more information, feel free to contact me through Farmers Supply Association at 870-318-0739 and my e-mail address is randychlapecka@gmail.com.

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Unity Health Harris

Newport Hope for the Future

Michelle Foshee is a wife, mother, dog lover, and Newport native who promotes Unity Health Harris Medical Center to improve the quality of health and well-being for the communities we serve through compassionate care. She is a graduate of the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville and prior to joining Unity Health, she worked in sales and marketing in Little Rock. She challenges herself and others to be Health Centered – physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual.

Submitted by Hannah K. Robison Harris Medical Center is proud to be the founding sponsor for the 2017, Newport Hope for the Future Workshop in collaboration with Alzheimer’s Arkansas.

This workshop, free of charge, will be held August 18 at the Arkansas State University Newport campus.

According to Alzheimer’s Arkansas, Hope for the Future is an educational workshop that provides information for caregivers, on how to care for those with Alzheimer’s or any form of dementia. Professional speakers from the fields of medicine, law, nutrition and exercise address important issues that caregivers face daily when caring for a loved one or patient.

This is a half day or full day seminar and provides breakfast, lunch and relaxing amenities, all at no cost to the caregiver. Financial assistance is available for respite care. Please contact Alzheimer’s Arkansas for more information. If you are a professional caregiver or student, Continued Education Units are offered for a small fee.

Dr. Witold Czerwinski is currently the medical director of Senior Care in Newport. He received his medical degree from the Silesian Academy of Medicine in Katowice, Poland and has practiced psychiatry for over 20 years.

Priscilla Pittman, MSW, MA Priscilla is a Gerontological Social Worker with a BA from Louisiana Tech University in Sociology, and a Psychology Minor. She holds master’s degrees in social work and gerontology from UALR. Since 2001, she has been the Program Director for Alzheimer Arkansas Programs and Services.

Bradley D. Hyde, B.Sc, MHPP, GA Brad is presently the Director of Marketing for Adult Services for Oakridge Behavioral Health Center in West Memphis, Arkansas. He has been in the mental health field for 16 years. He has worked in outpatient, inpatient, for profit, not-for-profit, private and community mental health treatment. He has worked for treatment centers in Arkansas, Missouri and Tennessee.

Sam Morris, Nurse Liaison- Licensed Nurse with extensive experience in most areas of the long term care, care planning community and facility education & the Medicare/Medicaid program.

Along with fellow healthcare professionals, the event will provide education and encouragement for caregivers helping loved ones with Alzheimer’s and dementia.

For more information or to register, please call (501) 244-0021 or (501) 913-1878, or visit www.alzark.org/ hopeforthefuture to learn more. Hannah K. Robison submitting for Michelle Foshee. N 48 Eye On Magazine

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Education: Changing Lives...For the Better Dr. Sandra Massey has been Chancellor of Arkansas State University-Newport since September, 2013.

Previously serving in student affairs and academic leadership posts in Arkansas and Oklahoma, she and her husband Ward make Newport, Arkansas home.

They have two children, Brittany and granddaughters Maggie and Ava of Jonesboro, Arkansas and Reese and granddaughter Maybelle Scout of Tulsa, Oklahoma. Dr. Massey enjoys running, lake activities and spending time with her granddaughters.

The events of June 12 shattered us – taking the life of a beloved, dedicated police officer and hitting us very close to home.

As you likely know, I’m referring to the shooting death of Lieutenant (Lt.) Patrick Weatherford –devoted husband and father, 15-year Newport police force veteran, and recent graduate of the FBI Academy in Quantico. Lt. Weatherford, a graduate of ASU-Newport and the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, was also Jackson County’s 2016 Law Enforcement Officer of the Year. He was an important and respected member of our community, and will be sorely missed.

Sadly, Lt. Weatherford wasn’t the first Arkansas police officer to be killed in the line of duty this year. Last month, Yell County Lieutenant Kevin Mainhart was also fatally shot while making a traffic stop in rural western Arkansas.

As we all continue to attempt to wrap our minds around these tragic events, one word comes to my mind … “senseless.” These incidents obviously served no purpose.

Clinically speaking, the actions demonstrated a lack of reason, a lack of intelligent thinking on the part of the shooters. And in the end, the incidents not only took the lives of two innocent, honorable men, but shattered the lives of countless others forever.

So how do we do better? Better for our families and better for our community. How do we as a community collectively help families break the cycle of poverty, the crime it fosters, and the devastation it leaves in its wake?

According to the ETS Center for Research on Human Capital and Education, the troubling facts are, “Children growing up in poverty complete less schooling, work and earn less as adults, are more likely to receive public assistance, and have poorer health. Boys growing up in poverty are more likely to be arrested as adults and their female peers are more likely to give birth outside of marriage.”

But the picture is not entirely bleak. As a life-long educator, I know with certainty that a significant part of the answer to escaping poverty lies in education. Education can help lift people out of poverty – teaching students how to be good citizens and creating economic mobility.

Consider, for instance, the findings from a Pew Research Center survey of 2,002 adults supplemented by economic data from the U.S. Census Bureau. The survey found that college graduates ages 25 to 32 who are working full time: • Earn about $17,500 more annually than their counterparts who hold only a high school diploma • Are more likely to be employed full time

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Are significantly less likely to be unemployed than those with a high school diploma • Are more likely than those without a degree to feel their job is a career • Are more likely to say they have the necessary training to advance in their careers than those with no college The fact is, education transforms lives. Over the last 34 years, I’ve see countless students – many of whom were the first in their families to attend college – succeed in their programs, graduate, land good jobs, and ultimately change their lives and the lives of their family members for the better. As Ruby Payne explains in her book, Bridges Out of Poverty: Strategies for Professionals and Communities, “We cannot blame the victims of poverty for being in poverty. Economic systems are far beyond the reach of most people to control. Factories close, small farms fold, racism persists, and the economy fails to provide wellpaying jobs.” What we can offer, however, is a way for individuals to do better, and that “way” is education.

As Chancellor of ASUN, I understand the college’s role in supporting this community by offering quality education options, as well as the support and services to see students through to completion – ultimately leading families out of poverty and toward prosperity. And, with the support of this community, I’m proud to say ASUN: • Serves as a cultural center for our community • Serves as a primary postsecondary education and training resource for today’s and tomorrow’s workforce • Offers such options for nontraditional learners as adult education, community classes and online education • Provides associate degrees in some of the fastest growing occupations in the nation that are crucial to our society – nurses, police officers, and other first responders • Serves as an economic catalyst, providing employers with an educated and trained workforce • Stimulates both the local and state economies with a trained workforce I urge you to take advantage of the valuable resources ASUN offers this community. Because the fact is, when our students succeed, we as a community succeed. Simply put, education has the power to change all of our lives … for the better.

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United Way to Expand Back to School Event - Stuff the Bus Allison Phelps

United Way of North Central Arkansas will launch its annual effort to collect school supplies and other basic items to ensure that every child in Independence County is properly equipped to succeed this month with our big collection day being August 5th.

United Way and Citizens Bank launched “Stuff the Bus” in 2013 to collect school supplies and the following year the Wood Family of Dealerships joined the campaign with “Best Foot Forward,” which seeks the donation of new athletic shoes for children who need them. Local United Way partners have banded together to expand this event even further, Batesville Help & Hope, with the help of Family Violence Prevention and The Community School will be collecting very gently used to new outfits for children in need.

“Batesville Help & Hope serves over 800 families per month and this new program will help each child in their system start back to school with one or two “new” outfits. This effort is going to take a village, we hope everyone will come together to support this expansion,’ said, Deanna Green, President of Batesville Help & Hope Board of Directors. “Look in your children’s closet, pick out something they can no longer wear and donate it to this great cause. Our goal is 2,000 outfits and we need your help to make it happen.”

The Wood Family Dealerships offered to donate

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one pair of athletic shoes for each car sold during the month of July and encourages others to help children start school with a new pair of tennis shoes. Supplies were collected the last two weeks of July at all Citizens Bank locations in Independence County and at the United Way office. Very-gently used or new outfits can be dropped off at Fresh Start Resale Shop (1280 N Saint Louis; M-Sat 8:30 am - 4:00 pm), Almost New Store (563 Water Street; M-Sat 8:30 am - 4:00 pm) or at Batesville Help & Hope (2622 E Main Street; M, W, F 8:00am to 12:00 pm). Please note that donations are for the “Back to School” event when dropping off.

“These resale stores help our local agencies, Family Violence Prevention and The Community School, provide much needed service to our community. These specific outfits will be given away to clients of Batesville Help & Hope free of charge. These stores are always accepting other donations to help support their efforts to help the community, please think of them when you are cleaning out your closet or discarding used furniture,” said Allison Phelps, Executive Director of the United Way of North Central Arkansas.

From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 5, school buses will be stationed at Walmart, 3150 Harrison Street to collect school supplies and shoes. That date also coincides with the annual Arkansas sales tax holiday, which means the money used for contributions will go even further.

Phelps, said “The school supplies and shoes will be distributed to children based on need in the five school districts in our area – Batesville, Cave City, Cedar Ridge, Midland and Southside.”

Additionally, Phelps said, “Thanks to cash donations from The Wood Family Dealerships, the Batesville Rotary Club and The John Herman Hickman Foundation we will purchase at least 300 pairs of shoes on tax free day for local kids in need.”

“We hope everyone will join us in providing students with the necessary supplies that sends them to school better prepared to succeed and steer them toward the path that leads to high school graduation,” Phelps said.

“As Back-to-School season gets under way, we hope everyone will pick up a few extra items and clean out their closets for this worthy cause.”

About United Way of North Central Arkansas: United Way of North Central Arkansas has been mobilizing the community to advance the common good since 1981. United Way of North Central Arkansas is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to increase the organized capacity of people to care for one another. United Way of North Central Arkansas serves North Cleburne, Independence, Izard, Sharp and Stone Counties.

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Logan’s Walk

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The blue and yellow Sea Star lay brilliant beneath the three inches of water Logan stood in, shining as if to earn its name. This was the first one Logan had seen and he was curious how it would feel in his hands. He also wanted to make sure he hadn’t hurt the unique animal. He rubbed the top and it felt knobby but soft.

He smiled and gently helped the ebb and flow of water pull sand from above its arms and pryed the creature loose from its star shaped hole. The arms drooped as if it wanted to know how he felt, grasping at the hand he’d placed under its center. He studied it with fascination, rubbing its top with one finger and watching it move its arms as if in breath. He was amazed by the vibrant color and then he was amazed by another color; neon red.

This color, this glow was just being uncovered by the cleansing waves in the hole the Star Fish was nested in. He was so captivated by the light, knowing that it shouldn’t be there, that he simply transfered the sea creature to his left hand and held it out like a gourmet dish not to be spilled. His right hand quickly shot towards the glowing object and froze at the water’s surface. ‘What if it’s dangerous?’ he thought, and then, ‘surely it is just a reflection or more likely a buried soda can.’ He knew it was too bright though. He hesitated still, but dared to break the surface or more precisely, held the smaller courage of not moving his hand as a wave broke over it. He realized as the star squirmed in his hand that he was still holding it. He sat the star back into the water a few feet away from the object and returned his focus on the red ember trying to get a better look. He pondered if it could be lava from an underwater vent, but there was no steam and it wasn’t cooling in the cool water. Plastic items ran through his head, like a red water gun or red flipper, looking for a likely culprit but it was just to bright within the shadow he laid upon the water. He slowly reached

for the item and felt no heat as his hand grew closer. He decided to take the chance and rub the top of it very quickly. He rethought this knowing if his worst fears were true, he would not have the chance to untouch the biting, burning, shocking unknown artifact. This full two seconds of hesitation over, he placed his finger on the object in what was meant to be a pop, so he would have his fingers off of it when he felt the sting or burn or whatever. However, the moment his flesh graced the red glow, it pulled into it hard as if from a flesh magnet. The instant his brain received the signal from his fingers touch, his face raised to the horizon and his eyes rolled towards the top of his skull. His mouth fell open and the world carried on around him without notice, save for the breeze that shifted to swirl around him as if he’d grown a gravitational pull of his own. Logan’s brain felt new senses akin to an electric egg beater in his skull. He would reflect on it years from now and visualize it like a red pulse of force bouncing in the space between his brain and skull with a speed known only to hummingbirds and electrons.

A passerby would have thought the boy possessed by pinkeye, among whatever demons play in his head.

And they would have been further amazed as the water waving about his ankles began to chaotically arc up towards his knees and right elbow. It made him appear to be a drop inside its own splash. Logan’s left hand, propped just off of his outstretched left knee, began signing frantically.

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