Forsyth Family - November 2015

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In our ongoing effort to make Forsyth Family the ultimate resource to Forsyth County families, we’ve organized our content by categories to make sure you can quickly find exactly what you need when you need it! Also, check out our Index on page 114, which organizes all our advertisers by type of business!

co ver s tory 43 The Holiday Spirit is Alive and Well in Historic Old Salem

Local Businesses 12 Hampton House Art & Framing 26 Ruff Housing and Unchain Forsyth: Good Things Happen When People Care 28 V’s Barbershop: Excellent Service, Excellent Price, Excellent Experience 36 Carolina Laser and Cosmetic Center: Dare to be Beautiful 50 Nothing Bundt Cakes

Health & Wellness 18 24 38 46 54

Pelvic Floor Disorders Southern Dental Associates Smart Snacking Know the Facts About Getting the Flu Vaccine Old Vineyard Behavioral Health Services

Fitness 10 United Tae Kwon Do: Celebrating the Power of Positive Energy 14 My Y is Now Every Y in North Carolina

At Home 16 Dero’s Living a Decorated Life 32 Salem Windows and Doors

Parenting 40 72 80 82

A Time for Families to Discover and Share Thankfulness Parenting Perspectives: Thankfulness Triad Moms on Main: You’ll Miss This One Day The View From My Section, A Father’s Perspective: Teenage Driving Concerns… Perhaps a Better Way is on the Horizon 86 Small Stories for a Big World

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had hoped to give a quick report on how my Land of Oz in Beech Mountain experience went, but apparently the disclaimer that the event would happen…rain, sleet, snow or twister, did not factor in “state of emergency” being called by the Governor.

Once that was announced during the terrible rain storms that besieged our area in early October, permits were pulled and the event was cancelled.

Despite our disappointment at not getting to see the “wizard” this year, we had wonderful days spending time together! Little known fact…did you know Beech Mountain is the highest town east of the Rocky Mountains, with an elevation of 5,506 ft.?

November is upon us, let the holidays begin! Old Salem Museums and Gardens is our cover focus and is the perfect place to conjure up a few holiday memories this year. I just love the excitement that the next two months bring. Yes, the hustle and bustle can drive everyone a little crazy, but at the end of the day, it’s all about love and spending time with the ones we care the most about. Let us all be reminded this Thanksgiving to count our blessings and appreciate the little things in life that make it worth living!

I am grateful beyond words as we mark our 8th year of being in print. Looking at our first issue that debuted in November 2007, I am reminded just how far we have come over the years! I was at the Village of Clemmons first Monster Dash & Goblin Hop and was humbled by the comments of so many that told me how much they loved the magazine and used it to keep up with what was going on in our community. So, dear readers, I thank you!

Advertisers, many of whom have been with us from the start—I am ever mindful that without your support, we could not bring this publication to the community without you! So, dear advertisers, I thank you, too! Last, but certainly not least, I thank the wonderful team that helps me pull this together month after month after month! It’s no small feat and truly takes everyone working together to make Forsyth Family Magazine the resource it has become.

Blessings!

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Education 68 Learning Differences: Dyscalculia 70 Harry Potter Guide to Teacher Personalities 78 Is Private School Right for Your Child?

Ages & Stages 62 Bonding and Your Baby’s Brain Development 64 The Lessons in Friendship 66 Having Fun is a “Requirement” in Extracurricular Activities

Community 22 30 48 56 58

Tanglewood Festival of Lights Wake Forest Basketball: Ready to Rise to the Occasion USMC Birthday November is Child Protection Month It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year, So Volunteer! How You Can Help Crisis Control Ministry of Forsyth County this December 60 Operation Remembering Veterans 94 The Nutcracker Celebrates its 50th Season 106 Out and About in Winston-Salem: The Children’s Museum (Storybook Soiree)

Travel & Shopping 52 Fall Getaway off Asheville’s Beaten Path 88 Emergency Kits for Black Friday

Faith & Family 75 Stormy Weather 75 Minute For Your Minister: It’s Time to Send Your Pastor Packing 76 Keep on the Sunny Side

For the Kids 81 97 98 100 102

Why & How Come?

Kids Morning Out Kids in the Kitchen: Cooking Up Thankgsiving The Artist’s Corner Book Nook

Dining Guide 108 Mac & Nelli’s

Other 98 Celebrations 112 Calendar of Events 114 Advertiser Index Check out our website www.ForsythFamilyMagazine.com

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hen you first walk in the door at United Tae Kwon Do’s spacious studio in Robinhood Village in Winston-Salem, you’ll immediately feel positive energy radiating from students and instructors alike.

As for their proud parents—waiting in the wings and watching classes with great anticipation—there’s a warm feeling of camaraderie and an even greater feeling of confidence that they’ve entrusted their kids to someone who has their best interest at heart in what they do.

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That unmistakable energy is primarily due to the spirit, determination and hard work of owner and Grand Master Barry Partridge, a seventh-degree black belt himself, who has been immersed in the Martial Arts world for over 40 years. At the tender age of eight, Barry was introduced to Tae Kwon Do by his Grand Master, Timothy Crump, and soon after, he was hooked. Master Partridge established United Tae Kwon Do Academy in Winston-Salem in August of 1997.

Eighteen years later, the academy is still going strong. Open six days a week, with a variety of classes for all ages on their Martial Arts menu— including an “A+ After- School Program” and classes that parents and kids can enjoy together— United TKD operates under the philosophy that it really does take a village to educate children and keep their future on a positive track.

“We love our family-oriented atmosphere,” smiles Master Partridge. “We strongly believe it takes all of us working together to give back to the community.”

For school-aged children, Partridge places a high priority on involving parents and school teachers in the learning process. These mentors are asked to relay how the child’s grasp of United TKD’s core principles—respect, integrity, perseverance and selfcontrol—are being translated at home and in the classroom. “We make learning fun,” explains Partridge. “Most importantly, we teach our kids to hold themselves accountable.”

After visiting United Tae Kwon Do, it’s clear Master Partridge cares about, and has a personal relationship with, every one of his students. As parent Julissa McIver explains, he assumes the leadership role of a father around the studio. Watching her husband and three kids participate in classes, she’s seen first-hand the focus and discipline that has emerged in each of her children’s personalities. Her son began Tae Kwon Do at age three and instantly became a better listener at home. Now 11 years old, he is preparing for his black-belt test. “It is very good discipline,” says Julissa. “Plus, I know my kids are in a safe environment here.”

In early December 2015, United TKD will also host a two-part self-defense seminar: one part for teens and adults and another part for kids. The seminar is free and open to the public— another attempt at keeping the “village” safe and secure.

“We strongly believe it takes all of us working together to give back to the community.”

Whether you are deeply interested in pursuing Tae Kwon Do as a competitive sport or simply for relaxation, discipline and clarity, United TKD has a class to suit your needs. They also offer Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, kickboxing, parent/child combination classes, womenonly sessions, UTA Cardio Fitness for fat loss, toning, flexibility and stress relief, and Tiny Kickers, which caters to the smallest participants, starting at age four. All six instructors at the Robinhood Village location, as well as the Chapel Hill studio, are higher-level black belts who have been personally trained by Grand Master Barry Partridge.

Master Partridge feels that the studio’s commitment to supporting each student sets their business apart. Besides his role as the studio’s leader and mentor, Master Partridge teaches every single day—he is never far from the floor. Eager to share his enthusiasm, he also feels the world would be a better place if more people practiced the level of respect taught here at the studio.

“I’ll always be a student myself when it comes to Martial Arts,” he adds, with a personal goal of seeing the studio continue to grow and reach more kids. “United means one,” says Partridge. “All are welcome here and all are treated equally!”

United Tai Kwon Do is conveniently located at 5281 Robinhood Village Drive in Winston-Salem and welcomes questions about classes and philosophy. Call 336-659-1853 or visit them online at unitedtkd.com.

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ampton House Art & Framing has a long history in Winston-Salem. This family-owned business was established in 1977 in Winston-Salem, and opened a second location in King in 1987.

“Hampton House is known for their heirloom quality, custom framing. they also work with 30 to 40 regional artists, offering original art and limited editions.” presentation.” For instance, a handwritten recipe from your grandmother, framed for prosperity, can still be used as a cooking guide. Adding a photo of her cooking adds just the right personal touch.

A favorite dog collar as a memorial, tools from past generations, christening gowns, watches, or even a ponytail—anything that has special meaning can be preserved. Lara shared that all fabrics are stitched, never glued, to the mats; therefore, the fabrics are not damaged during the framing process.

The moment you walk into Hampton House, you feel welcome. Weezy, the Hampton’s rescue dog, is waiting to greet you and would love a pat as you come through the door. I’m sure she’d give you a tour of the shop herself, but Lara and her team, or Mark and his team at the King location, will take over to help you with your framing needs or guide you to a piece of artwork that suits your taste.

Hampton House is known for their heirloom quality, custom framing. They also work with 30 to 40 regional artists, offering original art and limited editions. Their galleries are showcases of contemporary and classic art, focusing on style versus trendy. Their galleries also include locally handcrafted ironwork and pottery.

Over the years, they and their staff keep up-todate on innovations in the framing industry while continuing to embrace the time-honored techniques that ensure their clients’ treasures are preserved for future generations.

Each gallery also offers in-home consultations, hanging and grouping artwork to showcase it at its best. Looking at a blank wall, wondering where you are supposed to hang something, can be a daunting task. Let the professionals from Hampton House help.

Mark shared some unique items that the business has framed over the years. One was certainly a standout—a client brought in “the worst biscuit ever made” to be lacquered and framed. I’m not sure that qualified as a family heirloom, but it would certainly be a unique piece to pass to the next generation with an interesting story to accompany it.

The largest framing Mark could recall was a 3 ft. by 8 ft. puzzle; their smallest, a stamp.

As they said, they’ve framed all sizes in between. With their attention to detail, the framing recommendations are designed to showcase the art or item and enhance the beauty of it, not overshadow it. As Mark stated, “A simple framed item can be a powerful 12 • forsythfamilymagazine.com

Hampton House offers Edward Wright frames, which are handmade and gilded. As a general practice, Hampton House provides a picture of the piece to the Wright frame-makers to assist them in creating the perfect display.

Mark and Lara, their staff and Weezy are looking forward to your visit.

The Winston-Salem shop is located at 720 Coliseum Drive, with hours of operation on Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Their phone number is 336. 723.8869.

The King shop is located at 613-A East King Street, with their hours Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The phone number for the King shop is 336.983.6688. In addition, the staff is happy to schedule appointments at their client’s convenience. They are on the Internet, Facebook and LinkedIn as well.

My Y is Now Every Y in North Carolina YMCA of Northwest North Carolina Changes Membership to Include all Ys in the State, and the YWCA Ever wished you could exercise at another Y in North Carolina when you’re traveling? Heard about the outdoor water park or hot yoga at another YMCA in our area and wanted to check it out? Or wanted to experience the Gateway YWCA? As a Y member, now you can.

Beginning November 1st, full facility/full privilege YMCA members in North Carolina have the flexibility to use other Y facilities throughout the state at no extra charge. YMCA of Northwest North Carolina members can also visit the Gateway YWCA as part of their membership, as well as the 16 branches within the Association.

“At the Y, we want to encourage you to use the Y as often as possible in order to meet your health and wellness goals,” said Curt Hazelbaker, President and Chief Executive Officer of the YMCA of Northwest North Carolina. “Sometimes, it is more convenient for a Y member to use a Y in a different location when traveling, near a workplace, or in another region. This program allows active Y members the flexibility to use other Y facilities.”

That means when you join one of the 16 YMCA of Northwest North Carolina locations you now have access to all this and more: • More pool space at the William G. White, Jr. Family YMCA, Davie Family YMCA, Stokes Family YMCA and now the eight-lane Gateway YWCA Aquatics Center.

• Special programs like Hot Yoga at the Robinhood Road Family YMCA and Les Mills GRIT at the Robinhood Road and Jerry Long Family YMCAs. • Full access, including pools, at the YMCAs in Wilkesboro and Statesville and an outdoor Water Park at the Kernersville Family YMCA. • The newly-expanded Wilkes Family YMCA Wellness Center.

• The state-of-the art Training Center with CrossFit at William G. White, Jr., Wilkes Family and Fulton Family YMCAs. • Full access to more group-exercise class offerings, gym space and more at all branches.

In addition, part of the new partnership includes the YWCA. Members of the YMCA can now visit the Gateway YWCA, located at 1300 S Main Street in Winston-Salem, to experience the state-of-the-art Aquatics Center, including an eight-lane competition pool and the largest indoor Water Park in the WinstonSalem area. The YWCA also includes a fitness center, three group exercise studios and a wide range of exercise classes, as well as AAU regulation-size basketball courts and an indoor track. YWCA members can also visit YMCA of

Northwest North Carolina locations as part of their membership.

The YMCA is committed to helping members reach their goals. When you join the Y, you also receive three free uFit sessions with a Wellness Coach to help you get the results you want. uFit coaches are trained to help you set attainable goals and provide you with the ongoing support necessary for success.

“There has never been a better time to join the YMCA,” said Hazelbaker. “When you join, you are not only joining facilities with state-of-theart wellness centers and pools, you are also part of a cause that strengthens our community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.”

The Y brings friends and neighbors together over shared interests in developing the potential of kids, improving individual health and well-being, and giving back and supporting our community. Membership at the YMCA provides access to comprehensive wellness and aquatics facilities, group exercise classes, savings on programs such as Boot Camps, Summer Camp, Youth and Adult Sports, Swim Lessons and much more. Visit ymcanwnc.org or call 336 777 8055 to find a branch near you. The YMCA of Northwest North Carolina offers financial assistance and never turns anyone away due to the inability to pay.

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The pelvic floor is a set of muscles, ligaments and connective tissue in the lowest part of the pelvis that provides support for a woman’s internal organs, including the bowel, bladder, uterus, vagina and rectum. A PFD occurs when women have weakened pelvic muscles or tears in the connective tissue, which may cause: • Bladder Control Problems: Inability to hold urine long enough to reach the restroom (urge incontinence), frequent urination during the day and night (urge frequency), and urine leakage caused by increased abdominal pressure (stress incontinence).

Urgency frequency and urge incontinence are also defined as “overactive bladder.”

• Bowel Control Problems: Loss of normal control of the bowels that leads to leakage of solid or liquid stool or gas.

• Pelvic Organ Prolapse: Dropping of the bladder, uterus and rectum, caused by the loss of normal support of the vagina. In severe cases, women may feel bulging tissue protruding through the opening of the vagina.

PFDs Impact 1 in 3 Women.

• One in three women will experience a pelvic floor disorder in her lifetime.

• PFDs are not a normal part of aging and can be treated successfully.

What are the Symptoms Associated with PFD? The symptoms generally begin gradually and the natural history is for the symptoms to progress with time. Symptoms may vary among women; however they can include: Symptoms of Bladder Control Problems: • Urine leakage • Overactive bladder • Difficulty emptying the bladder

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Symptoms of Bowel Control Problems: • Infrequent bowel movement • Constipation or diarrhea • Hard bowel movements • Abnormal stool consistency Symptoms of Pelvic Organ Prolapse: • A bulging, pressure or heavy sensation in the vagina that worsens by the end of the day or during bowel movements • Difficulty starting to urinate or a weak or spraying stream of urine • Urine leakage with intercourse What are the Risk Factors?

Risk factors may vary among women; however, they can include: Age/Ethnicity: • Age: The strength of the pelvic floor deteriorates as women age, which can lead to the development of pelvic organ prolapse.

• Race: The strength of a woman’s bones, muscles and connective tissue is influenced by genes and race. Women born with weaker tissues are at a greater risk for developing pelvic organ prolapse. Caucasian women are more likely than African-American or Asian women to develop prolapse. African-American women are more likely to have urinary leakage related to urgency, while Caucasian women are more likely to have leakage related to coughing and sneezing.

Woman’s Life Stage: • Pregnancy/Childbirth: Childbirth can contribute to the development of PFDs. Vaginal births double the rate of pelvic floor disorders compared to Caesarean deliveries or women who never gave birth.

•Menopause: The pelvic floor muscles often weaken during menopause, which can lead to the development of pelvic organ prolapse.

Lifestyle/Behaviors: • Obesity: Overweight or obese women have increased pressure on the bladder and often lack strength in their pelvic muscles, and they are at an increased risk of developing pelvic organ prolapse and urinary incontinence.

• Diet: When there is not enough fiber or water in a woman’s diet, bowel movements are more likely to be hard or irregular. Processed foods can lead to constipation. Certain foods also can irritate the bladder, making women feel like they have to urinate. Bladder irritants include caffeine and alcohol.

• Smoking: Women who smoke increase their risk of developing urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse.

• Heavy Lifting: Certain occupations, usually those that involve heavy lifting or exertion, can increase the risk of developing PFDs. • Sexual dysfunction: Pelvic floor symptoms are significantly associated with reduced sexual arousal, infrequent orgasm, and painful intercourse (known in medical terms as dyspareunia).

Health Conditions/Medical History: • Constipation/Chronic Straining: Conditions that promote prolapse include constipation and chronic straining. Straining with constipation puts significant pressure on the weak vaginal wall and can further thin it out.

• Pelvic Injury/Surgery: Loss of pelvic support can occur when the pelvic floor is injured from falls, car accidents, or surgery. Hysterectomy and other procedures that treat pelvic organ prolapse can sometimes cause further prolapse.

• Lung Conditions/Chronic Coughing: Chronic respiratory disorders can cause increased pressure in the abdomen and pelvis, which increases the risk of pelvic organ prolapse.

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Non-surgical Treatment Options: • Lifestyle changes such as performing pelvic floor muscle exercises, like Kegels, or losing weight, can help control and strengthen the pelvic floor muscles. In fact, overweight or obese women who lose weight have been shown to decrease weekly incontinence episodes by more than half.

• Dietary changes like drinking fewer alcoholic beverages and avoiding caffeine can help control urinary and bowel incontinence.

• Other treatment options include using medication or a pessary (a device designed to lift the bladder), physical therapy, electrical nerve stimulation to stimulate the nerves that control bladder or bowel functions, and biofeedback to improve sensation and muscle strength in the pelvic floor.

Surgical Treatment Options: • Pelvic surgeries can help restore the normal pelvic floor anatomy or repair damaged muscles or tissue.

• Many procedures to correct pelvic organ prolapse can be performed through small incisions in the vagina or abdomen, which may reduce scarring and complications and may shorten recovery time.

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“We have several new, large displays this year that guests are sure to notice right away,” said Jessica Sanders, Marketing and Events Manager for Forsyth County Parks and Recreation. “Also, we are extremely excited to announce Lowes Foods as the new sponsor of Festival of Lights. Lowes Foods will be bringing back the marshmallow cooking experience inside the Gift Village, right outside the Gift Shop. We are especially excited for the Gift Village this year! Also located in the Gift Village will be concessions by Bullzhead Brandz and Santa and Mrs. Claus, as well as local performers. The Gift Village is located in the Red Barn, where we will introduce several new vendors for this season. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be at the Festival of Lights Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays from 6–9:30 p.m. and on Fridays and Saturdays from 6 p.m.–closing. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be at the Gift Village every day of the week, based on the hours listed above, until Wednesday, December 23rd, 2015. Memories of your visit will be available on a photo CD with rights to have the pictures printed at a shop of your choice.”

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Photo pricing options range from $12– $32, so you can capture the memories of your little one’s first trip, or your own special memories of time with family!

“The Festival of Lights is open November 21st, 2015, through January 3rd, 2016, from 6–11 p.m. nightly,” said Sanders. “We also have several special events that happen throughout the show.”

Special events include: The Festival of Lights Golf Tournament will be held on Sunday, November 22nd, 2015. Lunch will be served at 11a.m. and then there is a 12 p.m. shotgun start on the Championship Course with awards immediately following play. The entry fee is $60 per person or $50 for Tanglewood members.

The Souper 5K is November 7th. This event supports the Manna Meals soup ministry and will be the first event through the Festival of Lights. Join the fun to help feed those in need!

Paws in the Park is November 10th. This unique event offers animal lovers the opportunity to bring their four-legged friends with them to Tanglewood Park for a walk through the enchanted holiday light display.

Make-A-Wish Walk for Wishes is November 14th. Be among the first to view the Festival of Lights while helping make dreams come true for children with life-threatening illnesses.

Arts for Life Roll & Stroll is November 20th, and is the perfect event for bike riders, stroller pushers and wagon rollers through the majestic lights, benefiting Arts for Life.

Running of the Lights is December 31st. Start off the New Year with a race through the Festival of Lights at midnight!

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On the following nights ONLY, receive reduced pricing: • Monday, November 23rd • Tuesday, November 24th • Monday, November 30th • Tuesday, December 1st

NOVEMBER 21, 2015-JANUARY 3, 2016 Open nightly from 6PM-11PM

Rates • FAMILY – cars, vans and trucks: $15 • COMMERCIAL – vans, limos and mini-buses: $35

Reduced pricing is as follows: • Family: cars, vans and trucks: $5 (regular price $15) • Commercial: vans, limos and mini-buses: $15 (regular price $35) • Motor coaches and buses: $65 (regular price $100) For more information visit: www.forsyth.cc/Parks/Tanglewood/fol or call 336.703.6400

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Southern Dental aSSociateS An Early Start to a Healthy Smile!

By Martie Emory

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hen Southern Dental Associates added a pediatric specialty practice to their already successful pair of offices in Lewisville and Wilkesboro, they knew they were reaching out to a patient group that truly needs tender loving care when it comes to their teeth!

Dr. Chad Shobe arrived last year to join the Advance office of Southern Dental after spending five years in general dentistry, with additional training to specialize in pediatric care. He saw an intense need to concentrate on children and their very different level of care, in hopes of promoting early intervention into better dental care for life. Plus, as he says, working with children is the most fun you can have at work!

With a focus on infants through teenagers, the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that children should be seen by a dentist by their first birthday, or upon the arrival of their first tooth. With this dedicated practice in place, Southern Dental hopes to conquer one of the biggest obstacles in pediatric treatment: fear of dental visits.

“Many people are fearful of the dentist, and those attitudes usually stem from a bad experience during childhood,” explains Dr. Shobe. “It’s very rewarding to be able to provide reasonable experiences for my patients, so they do not have fears later in life.”

Enjoying a friend-like rapport with your dentist can go a long way to eliminating fear of dental visits, both as a young child and later as an adult. The earlier your little ones become accustomed to visiting a dentist’s office and become familiar with regular procedures— especially new noises and sensations—the more comfortable they will also be in case of emergencies. Children tend to experience a high rate of accidents to the mouth area, and having to undergo dental care in a traumatic situation with someone who is a stranger can only add to your child’s fear. “It’s important to communicate to children that they are in a safe environment,” says Dr. Shobe. “When kids feel safe and comfortable, they do well for most procedures.”

Pediatric dentists are trained to take a different approach to calming children and reasoning with them, often succeeding where parents do not. That can bring enormous peace of mind for parents as well—with the added benefit of a pediatric dentist knowing just the right tactics to encourage daily brushing and flossing. If thumb-sucking or nightly teeth grinding are already emerging as issues, a pediatric specialist is well-versed in the best strategy to stop those bad habits.

Young children also require unique treatments, such as fluoride application and sealants that are designed to keep teeth cavity-free. The care of your child’s baby teeth is also crucial as problems, such as early decay, can lead to bigger issues later when the permanent teeth arrive. Baby teeth lost too soon can also be a recipe for future orthodontic troubles and even abnormal jaw development.

Having a healthy relationship with a regular dentist in place, your teenager will also feel comfortable and confident when it’s time to have wisdom teeth extracted. At an already difficult age, teenage dental care and orthodontics can be an emotional ride—that‘s the beauty of a history with your family’s pediatric dentist, who also steps in as a friend to ease those transitions.

Visit Southern Dental Associates’ pediatric office at 135 Medical Drive in Advance or call 336-998-KIDS (5437) for an appointment. They are also located at 6570 Shallowford Road in Lewisville, 336-945-5555, with general dentistry and pediatric services, as well as endodontic specialists, and at 1690 River Street in Wilkesboro for general dentistry and pediatric services. In Wilkesboro, call 336-903-1234 for pediatrics and 336-838-9400 for general dentistry. Check out their website at southerndentalnc.com.

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Ruff Housing & Unchain Forsyth Good Things Happen When People Care

By Carolyn S. Peterson n the early morning hours of July 12, 2015, a drunk driver lost control of his car, ran off the road and through the home of Tommy Crouse, killing him and leaving his dog, Roscoe, without an owner or a home.

Neighbor and friend, Mr. DePaul Peoples, took Roscoe in, but had to continue to chain him in his yard, along with his own puppy, Sky. As fate would have it, one day, Lori Shore-Smith, animal advocate and VP of Fur-Ever Friends of NC, saw Roscoe on his chain from the road as she drove by. Lori stopped and spoke to the lady of the house about a program through local 501 (C) 3 Non-profit, Fur-Ever Friends of NC, called “Unchain Forsyth.”*

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“Our program is made up of an awesome team of volunteers who conduct evaluations of dogs that are chained 24/7, belonging to lowincome families. If the candidates meet certain requirements, qualify and agree to have the dog spayed/neutered, then we will set up a date for the fence-build, paid for by Unchain Forsyth or sponsored by great individuals and companies in our community,” said Lori. The project manager is Matt Lucas, backed by a great team including Richard, Kate, 26 • forsythfamilymagazine.com

Susan, Andy, Brian, Stephanie, Jim, Lane, Jordan and Scott, but they are always looking for more volunteers. Local photographer, Deborah Hendrix of Portraits by Deborah, takes photos of the builds. After meeting the requirements for the fence, a local business, Ruff Housing, was the sponsor of the fence build for Roscoe and Sky, thinking it was a good way to “team build.” Yet they got so much more from the experience.

“At Ruff Housing we believe in providing fun and safe environments for dogs to play, ‘living life unleashed.’

Whether the dog is part of our daycare or a visitor when their owner goes on vacation, the dogs in our care come first, so the idea of the fence-build fit us perfectly. We had donation boxes at our three locations to get our clients involved in raising money for the cost of the fence,” said Kim Vaughn, owner of Ruff Housing. The cost of a fence-build varies due to size and location, usually $400$600, and if possible, the fence is attached to the house, which cuts down on cost and allows the dog to be closer to its family. So far, Unchain Forsyth has built fences with the help of sponsors for 70 dogs in Forsyth

County. Not only businesses sponsor fences. A volunteer and Board Member with Unchain Forsyth, Kate Egan, raised money for D’Jango’s fence, built earlier this year by running a marathon and getting donations.

The volunteers from Ruff Housing and Unchain Forsyth, working together, in three hours changed the lives of two dogs through an experience they won’t soon forget.

Danielle Hartill, projects coordinator at Ruff Housing, volunteered for the fence- build and didn’t know what to expect, but saw the results of her labor immediately. “The entire experience of freeing Roscoe and Sky was just amazing! They were so happy to see all of us and get tons of love and attention, and I realized we were truly making a difference in the lives of these dogs,” Danielle commented.

Lori and the Unchain Forsyth team members have seen dogs transformed from fencebuilds. “You see sheer happiness in their eyes and behavior. Dogs are extremely social animals; chaining them causes a dog to become territorial, resulting in anxiety and aggression.

Once chain-free, you can see a light shining from their soul that had not been there before.

There’s nothing like knowing you changed the life of a dog who only wants to spend time with its family and to give and receive love,” said Lori. *Forsyth County has a Tethering Ordinance, which was adopted in August 2011.

For more information on Unchain Forsyth or to sponsor or donate, visit www.fureverfriendsnc.org , “Like” on Facebook and view videos on YouTube ®. A donation box for supplies like collars, toys, food, etc. is at Pet Supplies Plus in Reynolda Manor Shopping Center.

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y dad loved Saturdays. After a long work week, Saturday meant time on the golf course, a night out with my mom, sports on TV and a trip to the barbershop. Every few weeks, he went for a haircut; but every week, unless he was sick or we were on vacation, he was there for a straight-razor shave. He loved going. It was not an errand, it was a chance to catch up with neighborhood friends, talk sports and relax. Back then, even though we lived outside a major city, our neighborhood was like a little village with locally owned shops.

You knew the proprietors, and they knew you. Over time, things changed, as small neighborhood shops disappeared and, along with them, that special relationship—until now.

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V’s Barbershop has brought back to the community that wonderful experience that has been missing for too long, but with so much more!

When Adam Thomas was looking for a new business venture, he knew he had found the right one in V’s Barbershop. The brainchild of Jim Valenzula back in 1999, Thomas brought the franchise to WinstonSalem as the first North Carolina location in 2013. Two years later, men are coming from all around to enjoy a haircut and shave from true professionals who are fully licensed and board-certified.

“All of the barbers at V’s are professionally trained and are full-time employees,” said Adam Thomas, owner. “Unlike many other shops, our barbers are committed to working here. They are not interested in going from one place where they rent their chairs to another with that same setup—they are dedicated and professional; consistency is important and relied on. Every male that comes here gets personal treatment—we are bringing back handsome.”

Although filled with the charm and nostalgia of barbershops in the past, V’s has elevated the experience by blending the old-time charm with a unique, upscale contemporary style. V’s Barbershop is a men-and-boys haven with its sports memorabilia, comfortable chairs, plenty of hot towels for that relaxing shave, and the personal treatment. V’s brings back that long-lost barbershop of old, with added services that ramp it up for today’s men. At V’s Barbershop, each chair is equipped with the client’s own HD-TV that can be put on the channel of his choosing, free Wi-Fi, free coffee and free soft drinks. Instead of having the client hold a hand mirror and try to see how his hair looks from different angles, V’s records it allowing him to easily see his perfect cut. Beside the best haircut in town, V’s also prides itself on the best straight-razor shave.

While a haircut comes with a neck shave, there is also the kind of shave my dad went for every week. Using the finest products available and a

While walk-ins are welcome, it is possible to phone for an appointment or book one on-line. For the latest promotions from V’s Barbershop, it is as easy as “liking” and following on FaceBook. With everything V’s has to offer, it makes me wonder why men would go anywhere else.

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With all that V’s has to offer, the assumption would be that it is expensive—never assume! “We are quite competitively priced, even with our perks and personal treatment,” said Thomas. “Men get a great haircut with a neck shave for $21; boys’ haircuts (8th grade and below) are $15; our fantastic shave is $25; and seniors (ages 62+), veterans, police and firemen, all get a 20% discount. We also offer a beard trim, moustache trim, facial and massage, shoeshine and package deals. We sell the latest and greatest in products for men, and gift cards. The key to our success is customer satisfaction, and we have a 4.96 positive experience rating out of a possible 5. If our client isn’t happy, we’ll make it right or give him his money back.”

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V’s Barbershop is located at 380 Knollwood Street, Suite C in Winston-Salem. For more information, call 336.245.8461, or visit the website at www.vbarbershop.com.

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Wake Forest Athletics

Wake Forest Basketball: Ready to Rise to the Occasion

By A. Keith Tilley

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kay, Deacon Fans, it’s time to get fired up! The second season of the Coach Manning era of Wake Forest Basketball has begun, and the Old Gold and Black have a solid year under their belts adjusting to the new system and style of play. Wake Forest has eight returning scholarship players who understand Manning’s system and can help the new recruits adjust quickly, a luxury he didn’t have last year. Both Coach Manning and the team have received much praise from sports journalists, Hall of Fame coaches and more in the ACC on how they’re developing quite a reputation as a tough, hard-nosed ball club that never quits. After losing several heart-breaking close games last season (including Duke, Louisville and Syracuse) that could just as well have gone the other way, this season is sure to bring some thrilling moments for fans. Coach Manning had this to say about the upcoming season and what the fans can look for: “Expect some exciting, fast-paced style of play,” said Manning, “The guys had a really good summer, and they’ve been working hard. It’s a fun, challenging, nonconference schedule which will help prepare us for the always-tough ACC season. We just want to go out and we want to play hard each and every time we step on the court.”

The learning curve hasn’t just been all about the players. Coach Manning himself has learned some things about ACC Basketball from a coaching perspective, other than what he saw while growing up in Greensboro and competing against ACC opponents while playing in college at Kansas. He summed it all up in this statement, “It’s tough. It’s challenging. It’s motivating. It’s a lot of fun!”

Demon Deacon Faithful will be treated to an exciting home schedule this year that provides strong non-conference matchups to go along with what is traditionally one of the best conferences in the nation.

Fans get their first look at the 2015-16 squad on November 6th, when UNC Pembroke comes into Joel Coliseum for an exhibition

game at 7p.m. Then the season officially tips off on November 13th at 8p.m., when the Deacons face the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) at home in the opening round of the Maui Jim Maui Invitational. This will be Wake Forest’s first appearance in this premiere pre-season tournament that also includes host Chaminade, Indiana, St. John’s, Vanderbilt, Kansas, UCLA and UNLV. After a trip to Bucknell, the Deacons come back home to host Richmond on November 18th at 7p.m. Then it’s on to Maui, Hawaii, to play Indiana at Lahaina Civic Center. Following the Maui Invitational and a trip to Rutgers, Wake Forest comes home for a four-game stand that includes Arkansas (12/4 at 7p.m.); UNCGreensboro (12/15 at 7p.m.); Coastal Carolina (12/18, 7p.m.); and finally Xavier (12/22, 7p.m.). The ACC Conference schedule officially starts on January 3rd, with a trip to Louisville, and then on January 6th, Duke comes into town for a 7p.m. game that will surely have Joel Coliseum rocking. The remaining home schedule includes N.C. State (1/10, 8p.m.); Syracuse (1/16, noon); Virginia (1/25, 9p.m.); Clemson, (2/2, 8:00 p.m.); Florida State (2/6, noon); and the Demon Deacons finish out their home schedule with three consecutive home games, including Boston College (2/21, 6:30 p.m.); Notre Dame (2/24, 9p.m.); and Virginia Tech (2/28, 6:30 p.m.).

This year Wake Forest Basketball is offering a variety of Season Ticket Packages, including the very popular Value Plan at just $99 for one, or Four- Value Plan season tickets for $280, while supplies last. For additional information on ticket options, visit the Wake Forest athletics website at wakeforestsports.com/tickets, or call 1-888-758-DEAC (3322). Tickets for select contests can also be purchased in person at the Bridger Ticket Office, located at BB&T Field. Don’t miss out on your chance to be a part of Tie- Dye Nation.

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When Zack & Melanie Lyon were selecting products for their new home, built in a community with strict guidelines for window products, they were displeased with the recommendations coming from their builder and lumberyard. “In an effort to find windows that were of the quality we were looking for and within budget, we reached out to Salem Windows & Doors, and everything they carried was of great quality,” said Zack. “Ben was very forthright and detailed about explaining the product differences to us; we had reviewed a lot of different vinyl windows, and we ended up choosing windows with heavier, thicker glass and a more robust construction. Salem Windows & Doors offers exceptional customer service…and if you have a problem, they make it right.”

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Salem Windows & Doors knows the most important features of your home can be expensive, so they constantly strive to find the “best value” for their customers. “Windows and doors are integral to the quality of a home,” said Heinsohn. “They are part of the core construction of the house and become a main factor in the overall quality of the building. Poorly built windows, or windows made with low-quality materials, sacrifice the integrity of the structure. When those lower-quality products wear out, the replacement costs will be much higher than the initial costs if higher quality products had been selected. The old adage of ‘you get what you pay for’ usually rings true.”

“We first met Ben at the Greensboro Home Show three plus years ago,” said Jim and Judy Guidone. “We were impressed with his knowledge, friendliness and honesty. We were also familiar with Marvin Windows, which we had in our previous home in Minneapolis. After discussing our needs with Ben, we settled on a three-phase process to replace all of our existing windows, which we were never pleased with since building our home in 2002. Ben laid out our overall two-year plan with timelines and introduced us to his installation team from J&L Designs. All went according to plan from start to finish. The installers, led by Shane and Kyle, were nothing short of fantastic. They were always on time, always highly professional, very courteous and settled for nothing less than perfection.

“Our premier window and door manufacturers are Marvin & Sierra Pacific.

We offer a wide range of quality products which are on display for homeowners to see the quality up-close.”

hen you’re looking to spend your hard-earned cash on a major purchase, customer reviews are often critical to help guide your decision-making. When I reached out to Ben Heinsohn, owner of Salem Windows & Doors, about this article, he wanted me to talk to his customers directly to get a better understanding of the type of service everyone who hires Salem Windows & Doors will receive. Their customers, no matter how big or small the project, agree that this personalized service and expertise was exactly what they needed.

In addition to fantastic planning and installation, the products offered by Salem Windows & Doors are worth every penny invested. “Our house is now quieter, and we immediately saw a reduction in our heating and air conditioning bills,” said the Guidones. “As you might have guessed, we give Salem Windows & Doors, J&L Designs and Ben Heinsohn our highest recommendation.”

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over 45 million Americans are estimated to have tattoos. “Tattoo regret” is a real emotion and occurs for most in their late 20’s; the average age seeking tattoo removal is 29, with 70% women, 30% men. Some relate to change in life style, limited clothing options, job acceptance (including the military), an ex’s name no longer welcome, or the desire that their child not see it. Dr. White stated that, on average, she sees four to seven patients a day for tattoo removal. It may require anywhere from five to ten treatments to remove a tattoo, depending on the size and color, versus 20 plus sessions with an older laser. Dr. White and her team focus on patient comfort and utilize a topical/injectable numbing agent to minimize discomfort. Carolina Laser & Cosmetic Center offers a 30-percent discount to military and first responders, as guidelines regarding tattoos have become more stringent in those career fields.

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he mission of Dr. Anne L. White and her staff at Carolina Laser & Cosmetic Center becomes evident the moment you walk into the office. The ambience is one of quiet elegance. Carolina Laser & Cosmetic Center is well-known in the medical community and the community at-large for their level of expertise and care for their patients. They are trained in the latest cosmetic treatment methods and enhancements for the benefit of their patients.

Among the many procedures performed at Carolina Laser, tattoo removal is one of the more frequent requests. Dr. White has been perfecting this procedure since 2002, having performed over 25,221 sessions and counting. She provides the very latest technology, including PicoSure®, which operates100 times faster than any other laser currently available on the market. Statistically, about 30% of college graduates have tattoos;

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Another frequently requested procedure is hair removal. While many laser hair removal devices are available, Carolina Laser & Cosmetic Center uses the Vectus Laser™. The Vectus Laser™ provides high volume hair removal that is fast and permanent. According to Dr. White, this laser is suitable for all but the darkest skin types. The large laser-spot size equates to faster treatments, covering 1 x 1½-inch area size per pulse, versus older lasers that only cover a size of ½ x ½ inch. Generally, using the Vector Laser™, a man’s back can be treated in about eight minutes. Using a sapphire tip and advanced contact coolants, the energy is distributed more evenly. The most frequent request for women are facial, bikini and leg hair removal; for men, the primary requests are for back- and chest-hair, and beard removal. Using the Vectus Laser™, the average number of sessions is six, versus ten to twelve that may be needed using other lasers.

Carolina Laser & Cosmetic Center recently began offering a new procedure known as Kybella™, “an injectable prescription medicine used to improve the appearance and profile of moderate to severe fat below the chin (double chin).” Dr. White recently trained with Sue Ellen Cox, M.D., Aesthetic Solutions in Chapel Hill on this procedure, and was one of the first cosmetic surgeons in the area to be certified. This injectable disrupts fat cells so that they cannot be stored again. The injections are administered in a grid-like pattern (usually two vials per session). Generally, the process requires at least two sessions, spaced 6 weeks apart. Basically, in layman’s terms, this “melts the fat” to improve the angle of the jawline.

The procedure was approved by the FDA earlier this year (April 29th, 2015).

Carolina Laser & Cosmetic Center offers these and many other cosmetic treatment options to their patients. Patient comfort and successful results are of upmost importance.

For more information, contact Carolina Laser & Cosmetic Center, located at 145 Kimel Park, Suite 140, Winston-Salem, NC 27103. Telephone: 336.659.2663; www.CarolinaLaser.com.

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hen you think of a snack, what foods come to mind? Most Americans think of chips, cookies, candy, soda and baked goods. This may be why most people believe snacks are unhealthy; however, this couldn’t be further from the truth. Snacks provide the vitamins and minerals our body needs each day. They also help to satisfy our hunger, so we don’t come to the next meal too hungry. Snacks can be foods that we automatically think of, like chips, cookies and baked goods; however, regardless of what we eat at snack time, the goal is to have two food groups. In fact, Brenner FIT refers to a snack as a “mini-meal.”

Mini-meals consist of any two food groups. Pairing two food groups at snack time helps to satisfy and fill us. Have you ever tried eating just a piece of fruit for a snack? Or just a doughnut? You may have noticed that you were still hungry afterwards. A single food group usually does not fill us. By adding some peanut butter to an apple, you are helping to satisfy your hunger by adding a protein to your snack. When drinking a glass of milk with a doughnut, you are creating a mini-meal that includes a protein and carbohydrate. Combining two food groups in this way ensures that we get a balance of protein and carbohydrates.

Check out these mini-meal snack examples: • Banana with peanut butter • Crackers with sliced cheese • Yogurt with granola • Grapes with string cheese • Cookies with milk • Chips with peanuts • Trail mix (cereal and dried fruit) Try creating your own mini-meals from the food groups listed below.

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Protein: Meat: Lean deli meat Canned meat Meat Substitutes: Nuts Nut butters Hummus Eggs

Starches/Grains: Crackers Sliced bread Pita bread Tortillas or wraps English muffins Dry cereal Pretzels Granola bars

Dairy: Milk String cheese Yogurt Cottage cheese Cubed cheese

Vegetables: Celery Sugar snap peas Sliced bell peppers Baby carrots Broccoli Cauliflower Grape tomatoes Salsa

Fruit: Apple slices Oranges Grapes Dried fruit Mandarin oranges Pears Pineapple Watermelon

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Thankfulness

By Lisa S.T. Doss

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he time of Thanksgiving is drawing near. We sense the colder temperatures, the brown-and-orange coloring of our environment, and the instinctual need to reflect upon our many blessings. For some, the need to pray and offer thankfulness to God is often quiet and personal; yet, how would verbalizing those thoughts enlighten everyone in the house? Our children are watching, thinking, and wondering about their own blessings; yet, they have difficulty expressing themselves, and need help. The month of November is the perfect time for children to witness the goodness in others, listen to kind words, verbalize feelings of thankfulness and remember their own year’s journey. Gather the family together to share and discuss November’s “challenge.” The first week’s task begins on November 1st.

Week 1: While we are always thankful for our colleagues and teachers, friends and peers, have you ever taken the time to notice random acts of kindness? The first week begins as a quiet game of listening and watching the interaction of others. Young children will need to know what defines a good example. Beyond the verbal manners of a person saying “thank you” and “please,” or offering greetings of “hello” or “goodbye,” what about an individual who takes the time to assist another in need? Yes! Or, have you ever witnessed a peer taking the initiative to sit, talk, or play with someone who is alone? Yes! These stories need to be witnessed.

Acts of kindness are usually spontaneous moments. At the end of each day during the month of November, everyone can discuss their observations at dinner. It may be challenging at first, but give it a few days and the need to share will become easier.

(Please remind children this week’s task is about finding the

goodness in others, and not to criticize any individual who was discovered to be not acting kindly.)

Week 2: For many children it is difficult to put others first; therefore, the second week emphasizes the willingness to help others. This may be a chance for children to meet and help a new friend at school, or give time in the community or to help with chores at home.

While weekdays are challenged by extracurricular activities and homework, plan one or two things the family can do in the community.

For example: At school, children could be given the task to help at least one person in need each day.

Children should consider donating gently used toys or stuffed animals to a charity or church collecting for Christmas.

Think also about an elderly man or woman living alone in your neighborhood.

He or she would appreciate the gift of hand-drawn cards from the children accompanied by a ready-to-eat spaghetti dinner.

Older children can volunteer a Saturday at a food pantry or animal shelter.

This is the perfect time to focus on tackling projects around the house, such as cleaning out the garage, the basement, a walk-in closet, or a back yard shed. Assign specific tasks for each child to accomplish independently and with pride.

Week 3: Articulating blessings is often challenging for young children. Ideas can be expressed through hand-drawn pictures or even starting the phrasing of a handwritten sentence. While it is a proud moment for children to be able to share their feelings, the sentiment will have greater value if it is wrapped in either tissue or newspaper and given as a “gift.” Other children can write letters or design cards to give to school staff, teachers and coaches.

Week 4: Across eleven months, children and teens will have learned lessons, reached milestones, improved a skill, discovered a gift, and made plenty of mistakes. In this fourth week of November, give children the task of “celebrating their year” in pictures, in any creative or visual forum. With reflection, children may discover that what truly matters, lies beyond themselves.

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ld Salem Museums & Gardens is the perfect spot to celebrate the holidays. You’ll find the holiday spirit all around, from November through January 3. You can stroll through the beautifully decorated historic district, take part in the workshops, demonstrations and other opportunities to experience authentic history, learn about holiday traditions of 18th- and 19thcentury Moravians, enjoy fresh-baked treats, find unique holiday gifts and hear seasonal music.

There’s something for everyone during the holiday season beginning with the Christmas by Candlelight Tours. The first of these popular tours is on November 13th. These evening tours of the district by candlelight are quick to sell out, so be sure to book early. It is a great way to kick off your holidays.

Other highlights of the season include a treat for the kids during Saturdays with St. Nicholas, and a special day on December 12th that features a Christmas Lovefeast at St. Philips and the annual Salem Christmas celebration. Don’t forget to mark your calendars for holiday concerts, including Swingle Bells, Peter and the Wolf and free Tannenberg Organ Recitals every Wednesday in December.

Old Salem will be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. However, Old Salem is a great place to bring family and friends during the week after Christmas. It is open for regular hours on December 26th, 27th and 29th–31st, as well as Jan. 1st–3rd (including New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day). Visit oldsalem.org for more detailed information for all Holiday activities.

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Special Events and Workshops During the Holidays at Old Salem 2015 Christmas by Candlelight Tours November 13th, 14th, 20th, 21st & 28th and December 4th, 5th, 11th, 17th & 18th 6:30, 7, 7:30, & 8 p.m.

Take a guided tour by candlelight through the historic district, where the customs and traditions of 18th- and 19th-century Moravian Christmases will be brought to life through all five senses. The evening will include music, food and drink, and interaction with Old Salem interpreters to create special memories. $25 for adults/$20 for children ($23/$18 for Friends of Old Salem). Pre-registration required, call 1-800-441-5305.

Shops at Old Salem Holiday Open House November 14th 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Enjoy the sounds of the season, sample local food products and get a jump on your holiday shopping. FREE Historic Workshop: Creating a Salem Town Putz November 14th 6–9 p.m.

Inaugural Salem Town Putz class (a “Putz” is a miniature scene that Moravians often created at Christmas, portraying either a town scene or the Nativity made out of various materials). Create the Single Brothers’ House lot, complete with the Single Brothers’ House, Workshop, pump, a fence and a tree. All materials will be provided. Registration: $75 per person/$68 for Friends of Salem.

Space is limited to 25 people and pre-registration is required, call 1-800-441-5305.

Historic Workshop: Creating a Pewter Spoon November 19th 6–9 p.m.

Create one finished spoon and a second spoon-casting to finish at home. $40 ($36 for Friends of Old Salem). Single Brothers’ Workshop. Pre-registration required, call 1-800-441-5305.

Historic Workshop: Slip-Decorated Pottery Plate November 19th 6–9 p.m.

Decorate two slip-trailed plates with Old Salem’s pottery manager. $35 ($30 for Friends of Old Salem). Single Brothers’ Workshop.

Pre-registration required, call 1-800-441-5305.

Saturdays with St. Nicholas November 28th and December 5th, 12th, & 19th 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Bring your family to the Old Salem for a visit with St. Nicholas!

Enjoy the beautiful historic neighborhood, accented by holiday decorations and special programming for children and the young at heart. Several activities will be available, including a photo opportunity with St. Nicholas, a holiday film, a delicious treat from Winkler Bakery and more! $8 (ages 3 and up) includes all activities, a souvenir photo, and a holiday snack. New location this year in the Old Salem Visitor Center.

Christmas’ Past and Present for Parents, Grandparents, & Children November 28th 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Make lasting memories during this family bonding experience. Dip a beeswax candle. Decorate a beautiful pyramid. Cook a Christmas treat on the hearth. Explore Moravian Christmas traditions while trimming a Lovefeast candle and more. $45 ($40 for Friends of Old Salem). Limited space available. Contact Darlee Snyder for reservations or more info at dsnyder@oldsalem.org or 336-721-7390.

Historic Workshop: Holiday Hearth Cooking Class December 1st 6–8 p.m.

Join us in front of the fire to cook a sampling of recipes from a recently translated 1795 German Cookbook. $40 ($36 for Friends of Old Salem); pre-registration required by November 25th; call 1-800-441-5305.

Wednesday Tannenberg Organ Recitals December 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th Noon Free organ recitals on Wednesdays at noon.

Christmas Lovefeast at St. Philips December 12th Noon A Christmas Lovefeast will be held in historic St. Philips AfricanMoravian Church to commemorate the first service held in the African-Moravian brick church on December 15th, 1861.

Free and open to the public.

Salem Christmas December 12th10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Join us for our annual celebration of Moravian traditions throughout the Historic Town of Salem! The day will feature various activities, including music, hearth-cooking demonstrations, wagon rides and more! At the end of the day, gather in the Gray Auditorium for carol singing & the lighting of the Christmas pyramid. Included with All-In-One ticket, $23 adults/$11 ages 6-16. Friends of Old Salem free.

Christmas Week at Old Salem December 26th, 27th, 29th–31st and January 1st–3rd (Old Salem is closed on Mondays) Bring holiday guests, friends, and family and enjoy the sights, sounds, and smells of the holiday season. Post-Christmas Holiday Sales will be going on in stores.

Peter and the Wolf December 29th 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Featuring the Carolina Symphony Players performing this beloved children’s classic. $10 adults and $5 students and children.

Purchase tickets at carolinachambersymphony.org.

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By Todd P. Kistemaker, PA-C, Brookview Hills Internal Medicine

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all brings a fanfare of fantastic foliage changes where leaves transform from greens to rich reds, yellows and oranges. Along with this scintillating time of year comes concern for the dreaded flu season. The flu is a respiratory disease caused by an influenza virus, typically affecting 1 in 6 people annually. Thousands of people in the U.S. die each year of the flu or its complications. With this in mind, we can help protect ourselves by getting a flu vaccine.

The flu vaccine is available in two forms, a flu shot and a nasal spray.

The flu shot is approved for people age 6 months or older. It contains killed—inactive—viruses; therefore, you cannot get the flu from this type of vaccine. Some people do get a low-grade fever for a day or two after the shot.

The nasal spray flu vaccine uses live, weakened flu viruses instead of dead ones. It is approved for healthy people aged 2 to 49 years. It should not be used in pregnant women, those who have asthma, or children under age 5 who have repeated wheezing episodes. Your health-care provider can recommend which of the two People who have chronic lung or heart disease, forms you should receive. Most people are protected from the flu sickle cell anemia or other hemoglobinopathies. about 2 weeks after receiving the vaccine.

People living in a nursing home, in extended care Vaccines made without eggs are available for people who are facilities, or with someone who has chronic health allergic to eggs. These vaccines are called “recombinant problems. vaccines.”

People who have kidney disease, anemia, severe asthma, The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends that diabetes, chronic liver disease, or have a weakened immune everyone 6 months and older should receive the flu system (including those with cancer or HIV/AIDS). vaccine. Some people are more likely to get the flu or People who take long-term treatment with steroids for any have a severe infection if they catch it. According to condition. the CDC, the following individuals are at highest risk for complications from the flu and should receive Some people believe getting the flu vaccine will cause an the vaccine early in the season, usually in individual to develop the flu. This is one of many misconceptions.

September or October: The following list contains 5 common myths about the flu.

Pregnant women or women who will be 1. You can catch the flu from the vaccine. pregnant during the flu season.

The vaccine is made from an inactivated virus that cannot transmit infection.

Children 6 months to 5 years of age, 2. Getting the flu vaccination is all you need to do to protect yourself especially those under 2 years of from the flu. age.

There are a number of steps you can take to protect yourself during flu Household contacts and season besides flu vaccination. Avoid contact with people who have caregivers of children under the flu and wash your hands frequently. the age of 6 months, 3. You can’t spread the flu if you are feeling well. including breastfeeding 20% to 30% of people carrying the flu virus have no symptoms. women.

4. Feed a cold, starve a fever.

If you have the flu or a cold and a fever, you need more fluids. There Health-care workers is little reason to increase or decrease how much you eat. and those who live 5. If you have a high fever with the flu that lasts more than a day or two, with health-care antibiotics may be necessary. workers.

Antibiotics work well against bacteria, but they aren’t effective for a viral infection like the flu.

Sources: Harvard Health Publications, Harvard Medical School, “Ten Flu Myths,” Web site Centers for Disease Control, “What You Should Know for the 2014-2015 Influenza Season,” Web, 19 August 2014 Medline Plus, “Influenza Vaccine,” Web, 2 October 2013

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USMC Birthday

By Vonda Henderson he United States Marine Corps has its birthday celebration on November 10th, 2015. It is a special day for every Marine, no matter where in the world they may be stationed and whether their service is active or in the past. The pride of being a Marine becomes part of who they are. It was certainly the case for my Dad. One of his favorite sayings was “once a Marine, always a Marine.”

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The birthday celebration is steeped in tradition and history that goes back to November 10th, 1775, when the Continental Marines were established.

Traditionally, the birthday is celebrated with a ball and a cake-cutting ceremony. On November 1st, 1921, General John A. Lejeune issued an order that set out a summary of the history, mission and traditions of the Marine Corps. He ordered that the summary be read each year on November 10th to honor the founding of the Corps. That tradition continues to the present day during the birthday ball celebrations.

Tradition is an important component in the Marine Corps.

• Semper Fidelis, the motto for the Marines, is Latin for “Always Faithful.”

• The license plate for the Commandant is “1775.”

• Marines finish meals in record time, because in boot camp, once the drill instructor was done eating, so was everyone else.

• If in uniform, a Marine does not put their hands in their pockets.

• Personal observation—there must have been lots of locker checks (my Dad checked my locker at every open house during grade school—I learned to keep it neat at least for that day).

Few people have been awarded the honorary Marine designation, an honor only bestowed by the Commandant of the Marine Corps. Honorees include Bob Hope, Jim Nabors, Joe Rosenthal and Gary Sinise.

The first official Birthday Ball was likely held in 1925 in Philadelphia; there are no recorded details regarding earlier Balls. Some of the more notable guests included the Secretary of the Navy, General Lejeune, national leaders and representatives from all other military branches.

In 1952, the birthday celebration was formalized throughout the Corps by Commandant General Lemuel C. Shepherd, Jr., and in 1956, it was detailed in the Marine Corps Drill Manual.

The Birthday Ball is usually comprised of the formal cake-cutting ceremony, a guest speaker, the Commandant’s birthday message and a reading of General Lejeune’s message from November of 1921.

Guests wear formal attire—suits or tuxedos and ball gowns. Marines are, of course, in their dress blues. The Birthday Cake is traditionally cut with a Mameluke sword. The sword is named from its cross hilt and ivory grip design, similar to the Ottoman warrior swords used for centuries. The sword is a reminder that Marines are a band of warriors. Marines have carried this style of sword since 1805, when the governor of Tripoli gave such a sword to Lieutenant Presley O’Bannor.

The first slice of cake is presented to the guest of honor. The second slice is presented to the oldest Marine present. Traditionally, he passes it to the youngest Marine present, to symbolize the sharing of experience and knowledge. The third slice is then accepted by the oldest Marine present, signifying that young Marines are cared for first and foremost. The ceremony of the cake cutting is an annual, symbolic renewal of commitment.

Happy Birthday to the United States Marine Corps!

Thank you for your commitment, traditions, service and protection on behalf of our great country.

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ucked into St. George’s Square is a little cake shop with a big personality. Traci Moore and her husband, PJ, introduced the Nothing Bundt Cakes experience to Winston Salem in 2014, and it’s been a big hit ever since. A West-coast original, Nothing Bundt Cakes was started in 1997 by two friends with a passion for baking and a love of giving. Now, 18 years later, the company has spread all over the country, and we are fortunate enough to have a little slice of cake heaven right here in Winston.

Right from the start of your visit, the delicious options for your dessert experience are up front on display. In staying with the Nothing Bundt Cakes tradition, Traci and her staff are committed to using the original recipes, utilizing fresh ingredients, and taking the time to bake perfection for each and every customer. There are nine standard cake flavors that people can choose from every day, with one featured flavor that changes seasonally. Red Velvet, Chocolate Chocolate Chip, Lemon, and White Chocolate Raspberry are baked and packaged and ready to go; the eight- and ten-inch cakes in Marble, Pecan Praline, Carrot, White White Chocolate, and Cinnamon Swirl should be ordered a day or two in advance. The featured cake for this season is, you guessed it, Pumpkin Spice. There’s even a gluten-free cake available year-round in the Chocolate Chocolate Chip flavor. As there are always samples of these scrumptious cakes available for your tasting pleasure, I was able to get a taste of some of these flavors on my last visit, and Oh. My. Word. Not only are the flavors delicious, the cakes themselves are light, fluffy and soft. The frosting is a made-from-scratch butter creamcheese frosting, is the perfect blend of smooth and sweet, and compliments each cake flavor.

Wonderfully.

While beautiful and delicious cakes conjure up images of birthdays and weddings, these cakes are ready for so much more! Not only are these cakes beautifully frosted to begin with, there are 40 decorating kits to choose from to make them specific enough to celebrate any occasion. Bridal luncheons, graduation parties, baby showers, holidays…you name the gathering, and there’s a cake for it. There are even school and team colors to choose from, so they fit right in with football season.

Fall and food go hand-in-hand, and these cakes are guaranteed to be welcome anywhere and everywhere. For corporate events and larger gatherings, serving packages are available to make everything convenient: forks, plates, and a cake cutter are included, so you have less to worry about.

Giving something delicious as a present always brings a smile, and the folks at Nothing Bundt Cakes are pros at helping you to pick out something perfect for your co-worker, your boss, or a loved one, and then crafting a truly amazing gift. Delivery is available to make things easy, and there is no minimum purchase amount, just a small delivery fee. Traci tells me that a lot of folks that don’t live in the area, and who have kids in college here in town, will order special birthday cakes to be delivered; a beautiful and delicious cake delivered on their birthday does wonders to make a student away from home feel loved, thought of, and missed. Gift cakes can be wrapped, and there’s an assortment of cake stands in various festive shapes to choose from.

Giving back and helping in the community are important to Traci and PJ. Some of the proceeds from the “Pink”-featured cake decorating kits go to the Susan G. Komen foundation, and past events have included donations to Brenner Children’s Hospital. Every Monday, teachers and educational staff can come in and buy one bundtlet (the adorable personal-sized cake) and get another one free. Nothing Bundt Cakes has a mailing list, and you can sign up to receive coupons, alerts for seasonal cake flavor changes and special events; there’s even a coupon to get a free bundtlet on your birthday!

This lovely little shop is as sweet as the cakes that make it famous. For your tasting and gift-giving pleasure, Nothing Bundt Cakes is open Monday–Friday from 9 a.m.–6 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m.–6 p.m. The staff there are like family, and Traci and PJ feel it’s important to give everyone evenings and Sundays to enjoy some time off.

Make an ordinary (or extraordinary!) day a little sweeter with a trip to Nothing Bundt Cakes. You’ll be anything “bundt” disappointed.

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Asheville and surrounding areas offer a unique mix of the best in nature, history, art and food. After learning of a unique excursion off the beaten path, we packed up the family for the Sandy Mush Farm and Artisan Tour, organized by the Asheville Bed & Breakfast Association.

The inns of the Asheville Bed & Breakfast Association have partnered with area farms, artisans and a vineyard to give guests a glimpse of the beautiful Big Sandy Mush community in nearby Leicester (pronounced “Lester”), NC. Though only 20 minutes from downtown Asheville, the area attracts visitors for its remoteness, beauty and sense of place. The tour package includes two nights’ accommodations, a beautifully designed map of the tour at their inn, along with boxed lunches to enjoy at your stop of choice. From our experience, it’s difficult to visit every stop on the tour in one day, so allow a little more time if you want to see it all, or pick your favorites to visit.

As a family of four, our personal bed and breakfast experience is usually limited to getaways with my husband, but to our delight, the beautiful Sweet Biscuit Inn in Asheville also accommodates families with warmth and attention to detail. The entire family loved the stay there and especially the gourmet breakfast. Conversation and breakfast with other guests was a great lesson in etiquette for my children, as well. Whether it’s a family excursion or a romantic tour for two, there are 16 inns to choose from for your perfect visit.

Our day began at Sandy Hollar Farm, where we picked blackberries and pumpkins. Farmer June Hawkins gave us a tour on her “gator” of the picturesque 200-acre farm. The farm also raises sheep, longhorn cattle, llamas, goats, apples, honey bees and Christmas trees, supplying five produce stands. The farm was preparing for the Christmas season following the tour, when guests can enjoy wagon rides to select Christmas trees, hot chocolate, roasted marshmallows and their shop of handmade beeswax candles, honey, woolen crafts and other gift items.

Reeves Home Place Farm is also a working farm where they raise beef

cattle, pigs, ducks, chickens and turkeys. Tour-goers can purchase frozen meat at a 10% discount, so be sure to bring your cooler!

Our next stop was Long Branch Environmental Education Center, a land conservatory, farm and education center, built in 1974 as an ecological sanctuary. Long Branch offers models and strategies in environmental design, organic food production, renewable energy, foraging, conservation, wildlife protection and more. Our family learned much and enjoyed picking organic apples, raspberries and blueberries. Leave time to explore the hiking trails of this vast property and hear the wisdom of founder Paul Gallimore. School tours are also welcome yearround.

Have lunch or finish your tour at Addison Farms Vineyard with wine in their beautiful new tasting room, enjoying panoramic views of the vines and surrounding mountains. Owners Jeff and Dianne Frisbee were inspired by a trip to Italian wine country and returned to convert the family farm from a tobacco farm to a vineyard. Each wine is named for a family event or memory, and Dianne designs the wine labels. Tourgoers enjoy 10% off wine purchases.

Artisan Stops on the Tour Another must-see stop on the tour is Jones Pottery, where awardwinning potter Matt Jones crafts traditional pottery forms with a modern twist.

Friendswood Brooms, the second-generation workshop of Marlow Gates, takes visitors back in time for a peek at the nearly lost art of handcrafted brooms. Each broom is a unique work of art.

Sky Dance Art Studio features the beautiful, inspired oil and watercolor paintings of artist Christine Hield.

The Sandy Mush Farm & Artisan Tour is open to Asheville Association inn guests by appointment at each stop through November 15th, 2015.

Visit ashevillebba.com/abba-exclusives for more tour package information and inn availability

“Whether it’s a family excursion or a romantic tour for two, there are 16 inns to choose from for your perfect visit.”

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depending on the seriousness of the issue. Some individuals may need treatment a few mornings a week, some may need daily treatment, and if it has become a crisis situation, then inpatient service may be more appropriate.” “Anxiety can be that overwhelming feeling of doom following you around and impacting your daily life, outlook, and inhibiting activity,” said Terri Economos, Director of Clinical Services.

“Anxiety can prevent you from engaging in the world outside your comfort zone and doing all the things you want to do. It can also be a very physical reaction, similar to that flood of chemicals in your body that take over when you are getting ready to make a presentation, when you are driving in bad weather or traffic, or feel your life is in danger.

Patients with generalized anxiety disorders, social anxiety, obsessivecompulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder and panic disorder are the most common at Old Vineyard.”

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veryone experiences anxiety at some point, some more often than others. There is a difference, however, between “normal” anxiety and serious anxiety, which may require treatment of some kind. Some of the symptoms of serious anxiety may include: • Excessive worry—persistent anxious thoughts on most days for six months which interferes with daily life and is accompanied by noticeable symptoms like fatigue.

• Trouble falling and/or staying asleep because you are agitated or worried, perhaps for no reason in particular. Possibly waking up feeling wired, mind racing, unable to calm down.

• Feeling edgy, restless, jumpy.

• Chronic digestive issues—stomach problems, nausea, diarrhea.

• Uneasiness.

• Panic—Panic attacks may cause shortness of breath, racing or pounding heart, difficulty breathing, tingling hands, dizziness, or feeling suddenly hot or cold.

• Overwhelming or irrational fears.

• Self-consciousness—feeling socially uncomfortable, often blushing, trembling, sweating, or having difficulty talking to people.

• Flashbacks—reliving disturbing or traumatic events.

• Feeling tense, muscle tightness, body aches—you may often ball your fists or flex your muscles.

• Perfectionism and self-doubt.

• Compulsive behaviors such as obsession/compulsive disorder when rituals begin to drive, or interfere with, life. Examples are excessive hand-washing, turning something off or on multiple times, repeatedly checking locks or straightening items.

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Whether or not the cause of your anxiety can be pinpointed, it can become too difficult to manage on your own, and the constant feeling of anxiousness may be interfering with your activities of daily living.

Locally, here in Winston-Salem, Old Vineyard Behavioral Health Services has years of experience in treating anxiety safely and successfully.

“Old Vineyard Behavioral Health Services (OVBHS) is a private, local hospital, on a beautiful campus, dedicated to individuals who are struggling with psychiatric issues,” said Director of Business Development Lyssa Haynes. We have different levels of service, 54 • forsythfamilymagazine.com

Finding the right treatment for each patient is the main goal of OVBHS. Each person is evaluated individually to assess the right path for his or her particular symptoms. “OVBHS strives for customer-service excellence and continuously monitors our patient satisfaction,” said Haynes. “We offer free assessments 24/7 and three levels of care, including outpatient services. We treat many types of mental health in a warm, caring environment which involves keeping our patients safe and working closely with them through many styles of therapy on how to lead a better life. Our outpatient services include a morning treatment small-group program that meets with a therapist, or a day-treatment program that includes a treatment team with a psychiatrist, therapist and nurse. This structured therapeutic program is ideal for individuals who are trying to manage medication, as well as build new life-management skills. Skills such as emotion-regulation, stress-management, mindfulness and interpersonal communication are discussed in a group setting for typically two to three weeks.”

In addition to support-group programs, Old Vineyard Behavioral Health offers medications to safely combat these disorders. “Often a combination of medication and therapies is helpful with anxiety disorders,” said Economos. “We use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) at OVBHS to assist in teaching skills to work with, and overcome, anxiety. We also have recreational therapy in groups that teach skills through movement and games. There are many therapy modalities which work well for anxiety symptoms, from relaxation therapy to systematic desensitization, eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), CBT, DBT, acupuncture, massage therapy and more which can be done in the outpatient setting, depending on the extent of the anxiety and the specific diagnosis.”

The good work being done at OVBHS has not gone unnoticed. “This fall, we received approval from the state to add 60 more inpatient beds (for adults and teenagers), which will make us the largest behavioral health hospital west of Raleigh,” said Haynes. “This is a huge asset to our local community since psychiatric beds are at a major shortage across North Carolina. Our inpatient hospital serves ages 12 and up with specialty programs for teens, dual diagnosis (mental health/substance abuse) and seniors. We also accept a wide range of insurance for all levels of care.”

Old Vineyard Behavioral Health Services is located at 3637 Old Vineyard Road in Winston-Salem. For more information, including how to schedule an assessment, call 336.794.3550, where you will always reach a live person and not a recorded message. You can also find additional information online at www.oldvineyardbhs.com or by emailing Lyssa Haynes at lyssa.haynes@uhsinc.com.

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ccording to the website, Safe Kids Worldwide, 2,200 children die each year from an injury within their home. 3.5 million children are rushed to the Emergency Room with an injury caused in their home.

With such startling statistics, it is vital for parents to reevaluate their living environments to ensure that they are safe. November serves as Child Protection Month: a month-long national initiative aimed at promoting the specific precautions needed to protect all young loved ones. Read on to discover five easy precautions you can take to prevent unnecessary accidents within your home.

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Test bath water. Countless burn cases are a result of children being placed into bathwater that is, simply put—too hot. Set hot water heaters no higher than 120 degrees F. A lower water temperature reduces the chance of scald burns. Products like Munchkin’s White Hot Super Safety Bath Ducky offer a unique method to help you manage the temperature of water in your children’s baths.

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Less clutter equals less accidents. Stock up on a variety of storage options at your local home goods store. These storage bins not only help keep your play or living area neat and clean, they also can protect your little loved one from tripping and falling.

3.

Secure large furniture items. Numerous children fatalities occur due to a larger item, like a television or table, falling over on them. Use angle braces or anchors to secure large furniture to the wall. Place TVs, VCRs and stereo systems on lower furniture, as far back as possible.

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Small items can be the most hazardous items. Beware of how easily any household item can become a choking hazard. Be extremely vigilant about loose items, such as: coins, marbles, keys, jewelry, paper clips, water bottle tops, safety pins, removable rubber tips on doorstops, jeweled decorations on children’s clothing, crayons, and hard and round foods.

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Less can be more when it comes to sleep areas. Many babies and young children are killed by suffocating themselves on a fluffy stuffed animal or pillow. Make sure to remove all soft, fluffy and loose bedding from the baby’s sleep area.

Pillows, blankets, quilts, bumper pads, sleep positioners, sheepskins, stuffed toys and other soft products can prove to be deadly.

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Beautiful plants can be deadly. Often exotic, striking plants can cause children to become sick, thanks to their leaves and the soil they are immersed in. Make sure to choose decorative plants that are all nontoxic.

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Put a lock on it! It should go without saying that any firearms or weapons should be placed in a safe and locked location. Every year, nearly 1,500 children die from guns, and many more are seriously injured. Locking these items can prevent what could potentially be a lethal situation.

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It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year, So Volunteer!

How You Can Help Crisis Control Ministry of Forsyth County This December

By Brittany Alexander

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arlier this summer, I drove a friend to 200 East Tenth Street in downtown Winston-Salem.

She had fallen on hard times financially and needed to see if the volunteers at Crisis Control Ministry would be able to help her pay her power bill. That was the first time I had ever been there, and it wasn’t the last.

As we stood outside the doors, waiting for the volunteers to reopen after lunch, my eyes filled with tears. There were so many people that were here to seek help. Some couldn’t afford food for their families, some needed help filling needed prescriptions and some needed help with their rent or utility bills. While sitting in the waiting room, I decided right then and there to volunteer with them.

I filled out an application that day and received a call to set up an interview the next.

My very first day was the grand opening of the newly renovated pantry. I was able to work hands-on with clients in the food pantry. This pantry was made to resemble a grocery store. My job was to walk through the aisles with the clients and write down the number of each item they put in their carts. This was neat because they got to choose what items and what brands they wanted; it was a wonderful way to not waste food.

It is now November, and we all know that the holidays are coming up fast. December is the busiest time of the year for those that work at Crisis Control Ministry (CCM). Being a non-profit organization, they rely on help from the community to meet the needs of those that seek help there. I spoke with Lucy Shaffer-Doherty, the public relations and marketing coordinator with CCM. In December of 2014, CCM used 28 percent of its yearly budget to help those in need. That equals $661,000. During the 2014 fiscal year, it helped 21,355 people, totaling $5.1 million worth of services.

This December, you can help CCM by stopping by the Winston-Salem or Kernersville offices to donate money or food to help those this winter. A portion of monetary donations will go towards the Share the Warmth Campaign which is geared towards helping people pay their heating and power bills.

The Dixie Classic Fair, which has already passed, provides CCM with one-third of its annual food supply. If you cannot donate money, feel free to stop by and visit Cynthia Mickle, who manages the food pantry in the Winston-Salem office. They can benefit from anything you can provide, but some of the most sought-after items are for babies, such as diapers, formula or wipes. The food pantry relies on community donations and is grateful that Trader Joe’s donates items weekly, including fresh flowers, fruits and vegetables, as well as meat, cheese, milk and pastries.

One service that CCM provides during the winter months is Holiday Honor Cards. For five dollars (tax deductible) per card, volunteers will hand-address, stamp and send a holiday card to whomever you choose. This is a great way to spread holiday cheer and help those in need.

I will never forget my time volunteering at Crisis Control. I always had fun and met many memorable people. My first day there, I was overwhelmed when one woman started crying. I pulled her into my arms and soothed her.

She never thought she’d have to ask for help. She was so grateful that we were there to help her and her family. That’s the thing; you never know where life will take you. Help others while you can, for who knows if you will end up in that position in the future.

If you are in need of any of the services mentioned above, you can visit the Winston-Salem office at 200 East Tenth Street. It is open Monday-Friday from 9am-12pm and 1-4pm. The Kernersville office, located at 431 West Bodenhamer Street, is open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9am-12pm and Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1-4pm.

Please bring documentation such as turn off or eviction notices, as well as pay stubs from the past two to three months and/or documentation of child support received/paid or food stamps.

If you are interested in volunteering, you can contact Vicki Jones at vjones@crisiscontrol.org or at 336.724.7875, ext. 1043. You can also stop by either of the offices during the times listed above. You may also stop by the offices if you wish to make monetary donations, or contact Lucy Shaffer-Doherty to sign up for the newsletter at lshaffer-doherty@crisiscontrol.org or at 336.724.7875, ext. 1040. For general inquiries, you may call the front desk at 336.724.7875.

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Veterans

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he month of November holds several important days, such as Thanksgiving, Election Day, and one of the most important—Veterans’ Day. This day, observed on November 11th, is set aside to honor the military men and women who fought for our country.

collects first-hand accounts from veterans from World War II up to the Iraq War.

donated to the organization, such as candy, cookies and letters.

Write thank-you notes: Get a group together and write thank-you notes for veterans in the VA hospital or at local nursing homes. The closest VA hospital is the W.G. (Bill) Hefner VA Medical Center in Salisbury.

Originally called Armistice Day, the holiday was created on November 11th, 1919, to commemorate the first anniversary of the end of World War I. (The war ended in 1918 on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of the year.) In 1938, the day was established as a federal holiday and almost twenty years later, in 1954, President Eisenhower changed the day’s name from Armistice Day to Veterans’ Day.

Contribute to the Honor Flight Network: This program flies veterans throughout the United States to Washington, D.C., to visit war memorials. Regional airport hubs are available and families or friends can submit a veteran’s information to attend a trip. There are also opportunities for you to donate, sponsor and volunteer with the Honor Flight Network.

Send a holiday card: The holiday season is just around the corner from Veterans’ Day. Remember veterans, active military members, and their families by sending them a holiday card through the American Red Cross Holiday Mail for Heroes. Contact your area Red Cross to find out times for card sorting and delivery.

This is a great idea for large groups.

Every year, numerous events are held throughout the United States to remember our veterans. Gather up your family and friends and choose one of these ideas to salute our heroes this Veterans Day. Attend a parade: Several parades are happening in the area, including one in downtown Winston-Salem on Saturday, November 7th.

Capture a veteran’s story: Sit down and listen to a veteran’s story about their life and military experience. Take it one step farther and create a scrapbook for the veteran and their family with their story and pictures. Also, you can get their story put into the Veterans’ History Project at the Library of Congress. This project was started by Congress in 2000 and 60 • forsythfamilymagazine.com

Donate new or pre-owned DVDs to veterans: The organization, DVDs4Vets, allows people a chance to give DVDs two ways: you can send your donations to your local VA hospital or mail them to the DVDs4Vets organization in New York. Portable DVD players are also accepted.

Bake desserts or call veterans you know: Send a sweet treat to a veteran in your family or to a veteran you know. In addition, give them a call and let them know you are thinking about them.

Sew a blanket, scarf or hat: This is a great idea for those who are crafty or love to knit or crochet. Through Operation Gratitude, you can help create a care package for a veteran. Within the care package, you can include a handmade scarf, hat, or blanket, in addition to several other things that can be collected and

Collect coupons for military families: Send your expired or unused coupons to military bases throughout the country and overseas through the Support Our Troops organization’s Troopons program.

Volunteer at the local American Legion or VFW Organization: Spend some time in giving back to veterans through volunteering with non-profit organizations that work with veterans. Volunteer activities could include placing American flags on veterans’ graves, building homes, or preparing special lunches for them. Contact your local American Legion, VFW organization, or Department of Veteran Affairs to get involved.

For more information on these suggestions, visit each organization’s websites.

Take the time this Veterans’ Day to remember those who fought for your country. Honor the veterans you know and the ones you don’t know, not just on November 11th, but every day of the year. A simple token of appreciation can go a long way.

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Ages & Stages School Aged Kids

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Bonding and Your Baby’s Brain Development By Stacy Leighton

our baby has arrived! Congratulations, you have made a place in your home and heart for a brand new person.

This is a tremendous responsibility and it can be just as overwhelming. But relax, believe it or not, you can do this, you have everything you need. When you bond with your baby, you stimulate neural pathways, laying the foundations for their physical, social, emotional and intellectual mastery. No batteries required.

At birth, there are nearly 100 billion neurons developed in your child’s brain. These are called “tentative connections.” Since your child’s success in the first two years is almost completely environmentally dependent, the more we bond with (action) and nurture (interaction) our babies, the more we are strengthening and reinforcing these information super-highways. Once hardwired, these lay the groundwork for your child’s future success, both academically and personally. But like all highways, if they are not maintained, or ignored or impacted by negative experiences, these highways will fall into disrepair and eventually be discarded (neural pruning).

So what does that mean?

Well, while in short-play, swaddle, sing, snuggle, converse with, respond to, and interact with your baby. You are the only toy he or she

needs. Try to create a stress-free environment.

That means eat right and rest when you can, because the chores will wait. Your time is best spent interacting with your baby. What about our working-outside-the-home-families? Most do, and that’s fine; find good caregivers while you are at work and focus on the quality of your time together when you are at home. It’s not about quantity time, it’s about quality time.

Here are a few activities for you and your baby that will stimulate his or her brain development while strengthening your bond.

Monkey See, Monkey Do – Coo and encourage your baby to imitate, make a popping face, smile, imitate animal sounds.

Peek-a-Boo – Hide your face, unhide “Peek a Boo.” Initially he will be surprised, then smile; by 9 months he will be kicking his legs, laughing and trying to pull your hands away from you face.

Sing, Sing, Sing…and Dance – So you can’t carry a tune in a bucket—children don’t care.

This stimulates both cognitive and language development. It may also make the child feel happy or comforted.

Where is it? – Help babies practice tracking an object; hide it behind your back. Where did it go? Here it is!

Talk to Me! – Talk about my day, my family, my toes! Doesn’t matter what we talk about, babies just love and need to hear your voice.

If your baby is a Toddler, your fun is ramping up. Here are a few activities for you and your toddler that will continue to stimulate his or her brain while strengthening your bond.

Icky Sticky – Sensorimotor input is a critical component to brain development. Fill a big plastic bowl with cooked spaghetti. Allow your baby to handle it while you use as many different descriptive words as you can think of to help expand their language skills.

Running, Climbing and Action Games – Oldies, but goodies, like “Ring Around the Rosie” and “London Bridge” Do It Again, and Again, and Again – Toddlers learn through repetition.

Repetition, whether in actions or rhymes in stories, helps children predict; knowing what happens next builds confidence and security.

Having children is scary, but it is also the most fun you’ll ever have. In nurturing your baby you are actually laying the foundations their brain needs for healthy long-term development. Give yourself permission to play.

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The Lessons in Friendship By Lisa S.T. Doss

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ommy, I met a new friend today. We had a good time out on the playground. I can’t wait to play with her tomorrow!” How often does friendship begin in places of open air, where there is freedom to run, climb and share ideas? While our children tell us about new friends, we never say, “Aren’t they lucky, treat them well, and, she won’t be the only new friend in your life.” Instead, we encourage and rely upon memorable quotes to teach them how to rise above those difficult lessons in being and having friends.

Welcoming Friends Odd numbers are challenging in friendships. As adults, we say, “Three’s a crowd.” In a child’s mind, this new person is invading the duo. Another great expression, “When life hands you what you think are lemons, make lemonade.” Yes, children need opportunities to handle odd-numbered groupings, and see that “the more friends” is truly “the merrier.”

Listening to Others Did you know the word “listen” contains the same letters as the word “silent”? Listening to others is a hard skill, especially for children who want to exert leadership and offer original ideas. With time and patience, children will soon value accomplishing a task when partnered and allowed to work together. “Together Everyone Achieves More!”

Trusting Your Intuition We all have an inner voice that reminds us to be cautious and aware.

Even with the best of friends, it is a tough decision to follow the crowd.

There are often repercussions from staying behind and walking a different direction.

One of the most important lessons in friendship is remaining true to yourself and your values. “If the inner image of yourself is integrity, then you may not find yourself walking alone, but leading.”

Truthfulness Young children are blatantly honest in their feelings and descriptions. It is a shame friendship is impacted by the change of growing up. Truthful answers should not be sugar-coated to protect a friend, and anger is not the answer to hurt feelings. A good friend will always be honest. Isn’t that the most important value in friendship? When in doubt, you can always make a pinky promise!

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Making Mistakes Yes, cookies crumble and messes are made. Friends are human and most certainly will make mistakes. Even the great Will Rogers is quoted as saying, “If stupidity got us into this mess, then why can’t it get us out?” It’s not how we make mistakes, but how we correct them, that defines us. A great friend will take the time to apologize, and an understanding friend will be accepting. One day, soon, you may be the one asking for forgiveness.

Cherishing Real Friends In youth, sometimes it is hard to distinguish a real friend, especially when they are right there every day. Of course, there are great times and bad, disagreements and questionable actions; yet, a good friend can always be counted on. The best part is that she can count on you, too. As they say, “Friendship isn’t a big thing—it’s a million little things.”

As parents, we love to listen to our children voice the highlights of their day the moment the passenger door closes or book bags are tossed onto the kitchen table. The mood changes from day to day as well as the rules of friendship, especially in elementary school. Aristotle is quoted as having said, “Wishing to be friends is a quick word, but friendship is a slow-ripening fruit.” It will take plenty of practice, hurt feelings, misunderstandings and apologies to understand and build those long- lasting and “forever more” relationships.

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Ages & Stages High School

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Having Fun Is a “Requirement” in Extracurricular Activities By Lisa S.T. Doss

oday’s lifestyle of rushing here and there, fast dinners, and late nights has become a new normal. Yesterday’s suggestion to “go outside and play” has been replaced with a long list of scheduled extracurricular activities. Even college admissions offices expect applicants to list years of experience as a student-athlete, musician, artist, or in the performing arts.

Several things have changed from that longago yesterday to now. Children as young as eight are feeling overwhelmed by long structured days, and time is labeled between two phrases, “free structured” and “structured.”

Sometimes, it is important to step back and view the family dynamic from a different perspective.

Wanting to Offer Opportunity It sounds enriching for young girls to capitalize on the wonderful opportunities surrounding our community. There are gymnastics and swimming, dance and piano lessons, and the fall or spring sport. Yes, it seems the possibilities are endless. Do you ever wonder, “How will our children discover a talent or become inclined toward a natural gift if we, the parents, don’t introduce them to all those things? Terry Simpson writes, “I want to give my ten-year-old daughter every opportunity I can. Even though she has two activities during the week that meet once a week, and swimming lessons on Saturday mornings, my daughter is constantly moving. Since I don’t come home until 6 p.m., giving her activities

twice a week seemed like the thing to do. I am thankful my parents are available to help in the afternoons. In our family, it’s hard to find balance between just sitting and enjoying one meal together.”

game. In fact, in the top 25 answers, “winning” was not listed. There is a greater worry. Seventy percent of children by the age of 13 will drop out of youth sports, and choose never to return.

Many families feel just like Terry. Afternoons spent in structured activities or awaiting pickup from an after-school program create very long days for young children. Stress wasn’t a factor until schedules were designed and play time was eliminated. Children discover who they are through play and rest, learning and time. With maturity and age, children will show us their interests.

Kristen McBell writes, “I am a mother of two middle-school daughters I love that both my children are succeeding in school and personal relationships. While one daughter has recently found a joy in taking piano lessons in addition to playing basketball, her sister thrives on the swim team. I had to figure out what I loved about their participation in sports. While I wanted to play a role, I added stress to their already stressful lives. I discovered I cared most about watching the team dynamics, and watching my girls be part of the action. When they were having fun, our home life and relationship seemed much more peaceful.”

If you wonder how many activities are simply too many, here are three questions to consider: 1.At what time of day does she start feeling exhausted?

2.What will my child gain from the activity?

3.How does she describe her extracurricular activities?

Having Fun Is Most Important It may sound logical to stress the value of competitiveness in the son who has a great pitching arm, or a daughter whose talent is track and field and swimming. These children, undeniably, have a natural athletic gift.

Through a survey, researchers wanted to discover why children engaged in competitive sports. The findings concluded the primary reason was not to win, but to have fun by physically engaging in the

There is no question, elementary and middleschool children need to be engaged and learn about teamwork, practice and balancing responsibility. The National Center for Education Statistics states, “Extracurricular activities provide a channel for reinforcing the lessons learned in the classroom, offering students the opportunity to apply academic skills in a real-world context, and are thus considered part of a well-rounded education.”

The question isn’t how much can we do in a week, but what is important? In our own childhoods, we learned something every day, made mistakes, played hard, ate meals at the dinner table, spent time with family and friends, and went to bed contentedly.

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By Lisa S.T. Doss

he words are often said, “I’m just not good at math.” There is a nod and an understanding behind those words. It is believed that there are people who are much more proficient at reading, and therefore have trouble computing, memorizing and problemsolving. During those conversations, it seems rational to say, “Math is a difficult subject. You are not alone.” Through research and education, dyslexia has become known as a common and well-understood learning difference. Why wouldn’t children who have difficulties with math not be just as common, or even exceed the known percentage of children diagnosed with dyslexia? Dr. Edward Hubbard, an Assistant Professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, writes, “Attitudes toward math may play a part not just in our overall lack of dyscalculia awareness, but in the fact that dyscalculia research is at least two decades behind dyslexia research.”

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What is Dyscalculia?

A child with a brain-based condition called “dyscalculia” has difficulty grasping basic math concepts, such as that two sets of three different objects are the same. In their minds, it doesn’t make any sense. Children with dyscalculia become unsure when to apply their knowledge in solving problems. It is easy to see why dyscalculia has been nicknamed “math dyslexia.”

Warning Signs As a child ages, the warning signs become more apparent; however, parents can detect problems as early as preschool. While every child is not going to match a textbook definition, here are a few key questions: • Before the age of five, did your child have trouble learning how to count in order without skipping or forgetting numbers, and successfully counting objects?

• recognizing numbers and their spellings, such as that “2” is also “two?”

• relating numbers with an object; for example,

By Stacy Leighton realizing there were eight slices in an orange or that he was playing with five cars?

• recognizing patterns and sorting items by color, shape, or size?

• playing games that involved counting or numbers?

Elementary or Middle School The warning signs by elementary school are recognizable and worrisome for parents.

Beyond your child functioning in a mathematics classroom, there may be a feeling that he or she is lost in our world dependent on math concepts. He or she will have difficulty • differentiating between his left and right hand, and reaching destinations without getting lost.

• remembering phone numbers.

• understanding money, estimating the total cost, and making exact change.

• measuring ingredients to make a simple recipe Researchers are able to confirm that children with dyscalculia cannot picture objects in their minds; therefore, this feeling of failure affects a child’s social skills, sense of direction, physical coordination and time management.

What is the Solution?

Documentation is very important. No matter if your child is a preschooler or an elementary student, the notes recorded by your child’s teacher and you will be beneficial in moving forward. With learning disabilities, other diagnoses, such as ADHD and dyslexia, may interfere with a second learning difference, which is a common occurrence. (If your child has ADHD, it can be harder to determine whether his or her math issues are caused by dyscalculia, ADHD, or both.)

With your explicit notes in hand and after a medical exam, the doctor may refer you to a neurologist or educational psychologist. With a

referral, the school team, comprised of teachers, the school psychologist and learning support coordinators, can all come together to determine a workable Individualized Education Plan, or IEP. Strategies Yes, with the help of the right strategies, your child can feel more confident using everyday math.

• Children need concrete examples associated with real life. Visual aids, such as number lines and counters will help a child see, touch and manipulate through action.

• Using graph paper will help a child keep numbers in alignment.

• “Chunking” is a process that breaks new lessons into smaller parts. Children with dyscalculia need to see how different skills relate to new concepts.

• Review is necessary before moving on to a new skill.

• Small-group instruction can help a child focus his or her attention and feel more comfortable talking through each step.

• Create a system to help your child keep track of time.

The Comforts of Home Isn’t learning easier in the comfort of home?

Yes, your child may be less anxious and noticeably relaxed, especially in sitting down at their own homework station or playing a family game. One thing children with dyscalculia will need is a schedule; therefore, discuss what is happening now, and what is to come. A timer may also help your child keep track of time.

With the help of school and open communication between the teachers and you, the new response, in time, will be, “Look at you! You’re doing great at math! Keep going.

Don’t stop!”

Forsyth Family offers this column as a way to bring awareness to various learning differences and empower parents and families for whom these differences are formally diagnosed. This is not intended to be a diagnostic tool. Concerned parents should consult a professional to determine if their child has any type of learning disabilities or challenges. See full disclaimer in bylines of this publication.

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November Issue 2015 • 69

to Teacher Personalities

By Lisa S.T. Doss

he elements of a great class are not T born on magical principles. In fact, it usually takes only one lesson combining fun, intrigue and organization, as well as a fair and encouraging teacher, for a class to become a student’s favorite. Students also look for qualities such as following through with word and actions, admitting to mistakes, taking a common sense approach to grading and assigning homework.

This month, the Harry Potter Guide will help students understand why some teachers are particular favorites, and others impart valuable life lessons.

“Unfogging the Future” It’s Thursday; so, climb out of your four-poster bed, say good morning to your bunk mates, and head down to breakfast. Now that it is November, transitioning from class to class is barely even a chore. Oh, you are right. It would be hard to forget about the ten-minute walk up seven staircases to the North Tower. This morning, don’t worry about Sir Cadogan’s loud, taunting comments; instead, focus on arriving to class early. Open the trap door and climb up. First period with Professor Trelawney is about to begin!

There are some subjects, like divination, that do not require study, only a natural ability.

While Professor Trelawney excites her students through a craft of making somewhat believable predictions, it is understandable why Harry “dreaded the hours he spent in her stifling tower room.” While most students don’t concern themselves with death omens, Harry needed a teacher who provided a sense of belonging for every student. Through her support, Ron and Harry may have taken the class seriously, and even explored other fields of study with an open mind.

A True Identity Revealed “The door swung open at once. She had a very stern face, and Harry’s first thought was that she was not someone to cross.” After three years, Harry and his classmates had time to value Professor McGonagall's no-nonsense, but fair, approach toward student bravery and acts of stupidity. Yes, she would dock her own house 50 points to teach a valuable lesson (or award points “for sheer dumb luck”). She also had a keen interest in supporting a student’s educational goals (from giving Hermione a time-turner to helping Harry become an Auror with the Ministry of Magic).

Too easily, a student can misjudge a teacher’s character without looking beyond the surface.

If you are very lucky, a teacher may be acting in character, and the real identify may be revealed in time; so, pay attention now, or you will miss not just great lessons, but a wonderful teacher.

There’s Trouble in the Dungeon While double the fun is a great expression, double-potions class for Gryffindor students has a different connotation. “A few cauldrons away, Neville was in trouble. Neville regularly went to pieces in Potions lessons; it was his worst subject, and his great fear of Professor Snape made things ten times worse.” Yes, it happens. Students meet teachers who do not offer second chances, grade with high expectations, use sarcasm, and show favoritism and fairness to other students.

Sometimes, the most challenging individuals teach attributes that are not found in a textbook, such as perseverance, lessons learned, and exceeding his or her expectations. By the seventh year, Neville begins to take pride in his abilities, make wiser decisions, and lead.

Recognizing the Good of Heart Great curiosity and excitement always surround a new teacher. No surprise, when one teacher replaces another, the class will congregate out in the hallway to make comparisons in style, presentation and pace.

Fortunately for third-year students taking Defense Against the Dark Arts, the class “had become most people’s favorite.” Who wouldn’t like the teacher whose “next few lessons were just as interesting as the first,” provided hands-on practical instruction, encouraged every student though praise, and even awarded house points for effort.

“Excellent, Neville. Well done, everyone. Let me see… five points to Gryffindor for every person to tackle the Boggart—ten for Neville because he did it twice—and five each to Hermione and Harry” for answering questions.

A Practical Lesson Outdoors Classes in the great outdoors have the ability to offer a practical, “worldly” lesson. If you open your eyes, many unexpected and magical experiences await you, such as witnessing a real unicorn, or flying on the back of a Hippogriff. Hagrid taught that you don’t have to see to believe, and to understand that everyone’s comfort comes in all sizes and fears. Sometimes, the best lessons are found walking in the Forbidden Forest without a textbook, notebook, or pencil.

Next month the Harry Potter Guide will focus on the themes of disagreements and apologies.

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November Issue 2015 • 71

Thankfulness

By Stacy Leighton and Willy Minnix

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arenting is hard. Kids don’t come with how-to manuals. And when it comes to parenting our kids, one size does not fit all. All clichés. And all-too true. “Parenting Perspectives” explores various parenting topics from the perspective of two parents who are at different stages in their parenting career. This month, Stacy and Willy both explore the topic of technology. Stacy is a mom to a 24year old daughter and 19-year old son. Willy is a dad to four children (one girl and three boys), ages 8, 10, 12 and 14.

(Willy Minnix) Thanksgiving is upon us, and it is that time of year to stop and consider the things we are thankful for. But how do we get our kids to be thankful all year round? One of the things that I think has been really helpful is to teach my kids to do nice things for each other. It’s easy to take things for granted when they’ve always been there. But if my children do nice things for each other, it is such a rare treat that it makes each of them appreciate the others more.

(By Stacy Leighton) “It’s not having what you want, it’s wanting what you’ve got.” ~ Sheryl Crow One Thanksgiving my little sister announced that she might like a new car for Christmas. She would be 16 in January and most of her friends had new cars; so, to her, this made sense. We all fell silent, not an easy thing to do for a family of 8 with 3 children under the age of 4. She didn’t notice the heat rising from my father as she continued, “Then I can get a job to help pay for gas and stuff.” I kicked her under the table. My older brother drew a finger across his neck to signal to her to cut it out. To no avail.

Quietly, firmly, and with deadly seriousness, my father pointed his fork at our 4- year-old brother in a booster seat. To my older brother he said, “Eric, that is your new car.” He pointed to my 2year-old brother, and to me he said, “Stacy, that is your new car.”

And then he pointed his fork toward my littlest brother, still in a bassinet, and said to my sister, “And THAT is YOUR new car, any questions?” In other words, be thankful for what you’ve got.

When you are thankful for something little that someone has done for you, it helps you realize that there are so many other things to be thankful for. Sometimes we will write lists of the things we are thankful for, and then share them around the table at Thanksgiving time. This would probably be a good habit for us to get into all year long.

We do this a lot at birthdays, too. Often each person in the family will write down several things they are thankful for about the person who is having the birthday. It is another simple chance to show thanksgiving at other times throughout the year.

I guess the bottom line I am trying to instill in my kids is that saying “Thank you” is more than just a polite thing you say when someone does something nice for you—it is a heart-attitude for living!

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Although my husband and I have only 2 children, we have continued to instill this value in our family. We believe we should be most thankful first for WHOM you have in your life and that WHAT you have is a very, very distant second. We focus on being thankful for what is in our lives, rather than what is not. When we talked about how grateful we were to have each other, we enjoyed our family time, adventures and stories.

Like all children, occasionally our children became envious or desirous of “things” their friends had. We talked about their value, and if they really wanted these things how they might earn them.

We talked about priorities and trade-offs. And as they grew, we volunteered and contributed our time and talents to help those less fortunate. Thankfulness is a value in our family that began as a theory, evolved into a practice, and became a way of life.

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Minute for Your Minister It’s Time Send Your Pastor Packing!

Stormy Weather

By Tami Rumfelt The news story read like this: “The center of the Tropical Storm has barely moved in the last several hours.

That has meant a lot of flooding rains with some areas getting as much as 25 inches, and more is expected.” Think about the poor folks experiencing this deluge, caused by a storm system stalling out over their area. They must have wondered if the rain would ever stop.

Sometimes, life can feel that way. We all experience times when stormy weather sets in, and after a while you feel certain it’s here to stay. Pain, discouragement, tragedy and loss come pouring down in buckets and you can’t understand why God doesn’t just make it stop.

These are the times that our faith is tried and tested the most. We cry out to God, wanting to know why he is allowing our pain. We want answers, but all we get is more rain.

Maybe you are feeling this way right now. I can’t offer you answers, but perhaps I can offer you some hope. This will not last forever. Just as with the tropical storm in the news story mentioned earlier, your storm will move on. You may be left with some floodwaters and a mess to clean up, but you will get to a place where the rain stops and you can move forward with life.

During this time it’s essential that you cling to God with the assurance that he has not forgotten or forsaken you. Consider these words from Psalm 37: 7 & 28, “Be still before the LORD and wait patiently for him…” and, “For the LORD loves the just, and will not forsake his faithful ones. They will be protected forever…”

In the midst of our storms, God promises us peace and strength.

Listen to these verses from 2 Corinthians 12:9–10, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.

Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong.”

Let’s take Him at his word!

At Energize Ministries, our focus every day is appreciating pastors.

There are so many ways you, your family and your congregation can make a point to show your pastor how much he or she is loved: a handwritten note, a gift card to his favorite store or restaurant, an all-expenses-paid date night with his wife, babysitting included.

But, what does your pastor REALLY want?

Last month, we asked several pastors, “If your congregation were to bless you with a gift to show their appreciation, what would you really love to receive?” Almost unanimously, their answer was, “time away.” Here are a few of their comments: “A cruise would be awesome because, once at sea, I’d have no choice but to leave my work behind, catch my breath and focus on quality time with my wife.”

“A trip away with my family…a little cabin on a lake somewhere would be perfect.”

“A weekend trip for my family at a place like the Great Wolf Lodge.

Really, anything that involves guilt-free time off with the family.”

“The perfect gift would be a planned, paid, three-month sabbatical!”

It’s pretty clear that what pastors want most, but would probably never admit to their congregations, is some time away from the church and the never-ending responsibilities that come along with their job. And, it’s no surprise! The average pastor works 60+ hours per week, and feels like he never really gets “done.”

Why not honor your pastor by sending him packing! Talk to his wife, friends and family to find out what he’d really love to do, and then make it happen! If lots of other church members chipped in, you could arrange a really wonderful time of relaxation for your pastor and his family. And, in return, you’ll get a refreshed and renewed pastor. It’s a win-win!

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By Reverend Jennifer Hampton of Sunrise United Methodist Church

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rilliantly colored leaves. Turkey.

Dressing, Grandmother’s green beans.

Home-made potato casserole. Pumpkin Pie. Pumpkin Crisp! Holiday Parades.

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Family. Friends. Fellowship.

The sights, sounds and smells of fall conjure up a plethora of exciting images of joyous excess and celebration. There is a comforting thickness in the air that surrounds the memories of good times and traditions, while the cool air slows the season and softens the transition from summer to winter. Fall may be my favorite season; for me, it is a thin place in the year.

I first read about “thin places” years ago in a National Geographic article on Native American religious practices. Sighting many of the natural geographic phenomena and features, now preserved by national parks, like the arches and Grand Canyon, thin places were locations where the distance between gods and earth were somehow not so far apart; places where spiritual and physical realities intersect in powerful and profound ways.

This concept transcends to other religious practices and has deep roots in the biblical narrative and historic Christianity. Genesis tells the story of Jacob, who wrestled with God all

night by the side of the river. In the book of Exodus, Moses traveled to Sinai’s mountaintop to meet God. Likewise, the prophet Elijah crawled out of a cave to witness the Lord pass by. The traditional belief was carried on by Celtic Christians who held a similar view of the Trinitarian God being more present on the Island of Iona, off the coast of Scotland, while our faith history is full of pilgrims who make their way to Jerusalem and the Holy Land. I’m personally convinced that God lives at Camp Tekoa, a United Methodist Conference Camp in Hendersonville, where I spent summers as a camper and staff. All these, and more, are thin places.

I tend to agree with New Testament scholar and theologian Marcus Borg that thin places cannot be limited to physical places alone, like mountaintops, river banks and summer camps, but the nearness of God may also be mysteriously more present in certain times, memories and even people.

I was once visiting a friend in his final days of Hospice care. We gathered around the bedside while my friend rested quietly and unresponsively, until a visitor came bringing his newborn granddaughter with him. The feeling in the room immediately changed; my friend opened his eyes, locking gazes with the newborn. I could almost hear the unspoken

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conversation which passed between them: her brand-new eyes said, “I know where you’re headed. I just came from there!” and he responded, “I know where you’ve come from, and I’m on my way back.” There was an assurance of a life to come and in a moment, the hospice room became a thin place.

Despite the heaviness of life that often comes with the fall, it is for me a seasonal thin place: a season of witnessing the life of God at work restoring the world through the beauty of creation and reconciling of relationships; a season of deep gratitude for a life given and sustained by a good and gracious God, in whose Spirit we live and move and have our being; a season of preparation as we inch closer to the holiest of seasons and remember how God became flesh to live among us.

As people who live by faith, not by sight, we believe God is present all around. God is present in every person, place and moment where the light overcomes darkness, where hearts are filled with hope, and an abiding peace reigns. May the colors, smells, sights and sounds of this generous season grow us all more attentive to the eternal, unfathomable and life-altering love of God in Jesus Christ. May our faith grow deep in the thin places the Spirit reveals to us, and may the light of Christ keep us on the sunny side of life.

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Is Private School Right for Your Child?

The question of “how to educate your child” is one of the most important that any parent may ask. No two children are the same, and everyone learns a bit differently. However, as public schools continue to work through new and evolving testing standards, uncertain annual budgets, larger class sizes and other challenges, parents may be finding themselves wondering what alternatives may be available for their children.

Taking on the expense of a private school education is not something everyone can do. While many public schools do an excellent job of educating students, the benefits of a private education can still far outweigh the costs. St. John’s Lutheran School in Winston-Salem is sensitive to the budget dilemmas that families face, and has made a private school education more accessible as a result.

Tuition is Affordable Tuition costs are often the biggest barrier for parents when considering private school. The national average for a private school education in the U.S. is somewhere between $12,000 and $14,000 per year. And while tuition in this range may not be an option for many, there are more affordable alternatives, such as St. John’s Lutheran School.

“St. John’s is really an incredible value,” Baldwin says. “Our yearly tiered tuition structure is pretty simple . . . kindergarten is $3,000, first grade is $4,000, second grade is $4,500, and third grade through eighth grade is $5,000. That’s it. And if, after you’re here, you refer people who enroll, we take $500 off your tuition payment for every child that enrolls from your referrals.”

Advantages of a St. John’s Education “A major advantage to private education is that your child will likely be challenged to a higher academic standard, and that is certainly true at our school,”says Tom Baldwin, Director of Admissions and Community Relations for St. John’s Lutheran School in Winston-Salem. “ And with smaller class sizes, students get more focused attention from their teachers.” In addition to the quality of academics at St. John’s, many activities, such as community services projects and the arts, are not extracurricular, but are required as part of the curriculum.

“While academics are the most critical part of our day, to make the best learners and leaders, our goal is to expose our students to experiences that also develop critical-thinking skills,” Baldwin says. “Just having knowledge isn’t enough. Putting learning into action makes it stick.”

In the interest of giving students the most advantages, private school can be an attractive option. Private schools can reduce worries about safety, increase a child’s exposure to taking more responsibility for their actions, offer reduced class sizes, and offer a challenging and creative environment for high academic achievement. In many cases, a private school can prove to be much more than that, providing a community environment for the family and special opportunities that a child would not have otherwise.

And when it is time for high school and higher education, students with private school backgrounds may feel better prepared to handle the increased rigors that are ahead of them. At St. John’s Lutheran School, many unique opportunities are available – participation in community service projects, sports programs, visual arts, theater productions, chorus and chapel services.

“At St. John’s our mission is simple, but it has a huge impact on our students. Our goal is to create life-long learners by helping students discover their God-given potential, by working to develop integrity of character and strength of body, and by generating service opportunities that put faith into action. It’s not something you can get just anywhere,” Baldwin says.

St. John’s Lutheran School is conveniently located at 2415 Silas Creek Parkway in Winston-Salem.

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“You’ll Miss This One Day”

By Kelly Hines, blogger for Triad Moms on Main

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ou’ll miss this one day,” says the elderly woman in the parking lot of the grocery store. She is watching me herd my children toward the car. My five-year-old son has just stepped on the jumbo-sized carton of eggs because he insists on riding on the cart. I’m sure this is totally dangerous (right?), but he is my third kid and cart riding is so far down on the list of concerns, it’s laughable. It’s further down than broken eggs, that’s for sure.

My eight-year-old and the fourteen-year-old are arguing because that’s what they do. It’s like breathing to them. The teenager is supremely annoyed by any kind of bodily noise—burps, farts, tummy rumbles, sniffles, saliva, throat-clearing. She wills her own body into complete silence, apparently. The eight-year-old is a champion body-noise maker, she even breathes at top volume. Anytime they are within ten feet of each other, it’s an all-out assault.

I have somehow forgotten that I needed to pee four hours ago and am at a critical urinary juncture. I would like to expend some mental energy listening to Meemaw wax poetic about raising children, but right now it is taking every ounce of willpower I have to not wet myself. So, instead, I smile and nod.

But if I never have to help a kid brush their teeth or rinse shampoo out of one side of their hair (when the other side has remained miraculously dry), it will be too soon. I will not miss math homework.

Abruptly, surprisingly, this is where my list ends. I would say I won’t miss laundry, but folding tiny things is a stark reminder of their smallness. I would say I won’t miss giving baths, but it’s such a sweet and loving way to care for them. I would say I won’t miss the volume, because my children are hands down the loudest children in the world, but it’s the soundtrack to my life. The idea of not having them underfoot, making mischief and causing infinite grey hairs, is unfathomable. I think of the day when they’ve all moved away and my throat seizes up. It is actually, acutely, physically painful.

“It goes by so fast,” the woman in the parking lot says. She’s right, of course. Some days I want to weep with the hardness of it, and I wish it would go by a little faster. But some days, I want to stop it all cold. I want to freeze this place right now, before things get too complicated, before they decide they don’t need me anymore. Before I lose the ability to make everything better just by being Mom. I will miss it, every bit of it. Except maybe the math homework.

Yes, yes, I think. One day I’ll miss this. Like a hole in the head.

I WILL miss a lot of things about having little kids. I’ll miss sweet notes with funny spellings and sticky little bodies crawling all over me. I’ll miss kids snuggling up into our big bed after a nightmare. I’ll miss the unique mom-ability of being able to make everything all right simply by being present.

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Co hoW ure, having a baby was scary. A few sleepless nights and a lot of soul searching later, you began to get the hang of answering their unspoken needs. And just as your new confidence began to blossom, they learned to talk, and they have questions, thousands of questions. This leaves most of us wide-eyed and dumbstruck— things just got real!

Parents are the keeper of the world’s knowledge, and their child’s quest for it is inexhaustible.

Don’t worry. You got this. Until the age of 2, most little ones are making conversation, chatter. Your explanations can be conversational and even nonsensical; the goal is language development and bonding. After 2 years, they begin their scientific quest for knowledge, specifically, causality. This is the foundation of logic and is a wonderful display of your little one’s burgeoning brilliance. For the next few months, I’ll share a few of their favorite questions, WITH answers!

Question: Why is the sky blue?

Answer: From some smart folks at a place called NASA… “The light from the Sun looks white. But it is really made up of all the colors of the rainbow. Like [wave] energy passing through the ocean, light energy travels in waves, too. Some light travels in short, ‘choppy’ waves. Other light travels in long, lazy waves. Blue light waves are shorter than red light waves. Sunlight reaches Earth’s atmosphere and is scattered in all directions by all the gases and particles in the air. Blue light is scattered in all directions by the tiny molecules of air in Earth’s atmosphere. Blue is scattered more than other colors, because it travels as shorter, smaller waves. This is why we see a blue sky most of the time.”

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New parents often ask, “When should my child first see a dentist?” The sooner children begin regular dental check-ups, the healthier their teeth will stay. The Ameri Ameri-can Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) suggests parents find a dental home for their children when the first tooth appears, or no later than the 1st Birthday.

This “well baby visit” teaches parents and caregivers how to care for their children’s teeth, which can help them remain cavity-free. National studies have shown that pre-school-aged children are getting more cavities. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that more than 40% of children have decay by the time they start kindergarten. “Baby” teeth are important! Not only do they help children speak clearly and chew naturally, they also aid in forming a path that the permapermanent teeth can follow whenever they are ready to erupt.

An early dentist visit and regular dentist check-ups can help to identify and prevent dental problems. Parents will have the opportunity to ask many questions, and the pediatric dentist will be able to address concerns that they may be faced with, such as their thumb-sucking habits, whether they should use toothpaste with or without fluoride, whether the addition of a prescription fluoride is needed, and other such questions. Seeing a pediatric dentist early and regularly for dental check-ups is the best way to create good dental habits and maintain a healthy smile. A team approach with your office and other healthcare providers can play a crucial role in the prevention of tooth decay and other dental issues.

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The View from My Section...

A Father’s Perspective

By A. Keith Tilley

Teenage Driving Concerns…Perhaps a Better Way is on the Horizon eing the father of two teenagers, I realize that the age of constant milestones is quickly dwindling away. There is one milestone, however, that I must admit is very difficult for me to adapt to, and that is my son learning to drive. I realize that it’s both inevitable and convenient in a lot of ways; but despite this, I’m still very cautious in adjusting to the idea.

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When I was growing up, I lived in a small town in Virginia. We did have a number of stoplights, so it wasn’t that small. However, the population was not nearly what it is in Forsyth County. That’s important to note, because with the increased population come increased cars on the road at any given time. More cars lead to more distractions, along with potentially distracted drivers in the other cars, as well. Add to this, that the AAA reported that in 2013 (most recent statistics) almost a million teens (963,000) between the ages of 16 and 19 were involved in accidents, and all that together makes a father very nervous about this next stage in his child’s life.

and Audi are also on board, and the idea is gaining ground fast. I know this all sounds a little like “The Jetsons,” but apparently the reality of this occurring is not as far off as one might think or expect. As a matter of fact, one Google representative indicated he was working hard to have a sound, reliable version available within four years (incidentally, coinciding with the time his child begins to drive). Another report (by the IEEE) indicated that by the year 2040, up to 75% of the cars on the road will be autonomous. And when you think about it, look how far we’ve come with electric cars. No doubt a large part of the delay in that technology stemmed from mere public acceptance and trust in the concept. Once everyone was comfortable with the idea, it grew dramatically. I suspect the same will occur with “driverless cars.” The public will likely be reluctant at first, but once they begin to realize these cars can be safer on the road and provide a multitude of additional benefits, I think they’ll warm up to the idea, and hopefully it will evolve just as quickly as the experts are projecting.

I realize there are multiple schools of thought on this, and I’ve spoken with parents on both sides of the issue. Some have said it’s just a part of growing up, and that I have to accept it sooner or later. Others say, just keep putting him behind the wheel and eventually I’ll get more and more comfortable with the idea. Yet, there are those parents who can relate totally to what I’m feeling. They assure me, I’m not alone in my worry, and can only offer their support. They also realize that when your child begins driving, it represents the beginning stage of their venture away from the nest, and that doesn’t make the situation any better.

It might help our comfort level to know that there are actually NASA scientists working on this technology, along with some of the best software experts in the world. Their aim is not only to have a car that understands the road, signage, directions, safe distance from surrounding cars and so on, but also one that can anticipate human errors in judgment on the other guy’s part. One example of this “thinking” capability occurred when the autonomous car came up to another human-controlled vehicle parallel parking on the side of a city street. The “self-driving” car came to a stop at a safe distance, anticipated what the car in front was going to do, and waited until he was safely out of the way. That’s how far they’ve come already.

But good news may be on the horizon. I was reading about an emerging technology recently that just may help solve this problem eventually for parents like me, not in time for my situation, but for future generations to come. They’re called Autonomous Cars, and basically they are cars that drive themselves with little to no human intervention necessary. My understanding is that Google was one of the pioneers of this technology; however, many of the large automakers, including General Motors, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Nissan

Besides the potential safety benefits and crash reductions, by not having to personally drive the car it should make traveling less stressful and give us more free time for ourselves. It remains to be seen just how impactful this technology will become, but if it can make the roads safer for everyone involved, that alone makes it worth the effort to develop. It’s possible that it may eventually help reduce the concerns I’ve mentioned, and make them a thing of the past for future parents, and that’s a good thing!

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By Robin White Ellis efore I became a mother, I had a firm set of parenting ideals and knew what would work and what would not work. I had it all figured out. I think this lasted until my daughter was around two days old. She grabbed my mental list of guidelines, balled it up, and threw it out of the window, while laughing hysterically. Becoming a mother was the most difficult adjustment of my life...and the best.

Prior to having my ideals kicked to the curb, I read every parenting book that I could get hold of during my nine-month incubation period. I was determined to be prepared. During my obsessive perusals, I discovered “Attachment Parenting” (AP). This form of parenting focuses greatly on the nurturing connection between parent and child. Attachment Parenting International identifies the eight principals involved in this form of parenting: 1.Prepare for pregnancy, birth and parenting in a positive manner.

2.Feed with love and respect.

3.Respond with sensitivity.

4.Use nurturing touch.

5.Engage in nighttime parenting.

6.Provide constant, loving care.

7.Practice positive discipline.

8.Strive for balance in personal and family life.

I was very excited about these ideas. Further investigation showed that Attachment Parenting is most often associated with certain practices, such as extended breastfeeding, baby-wearing (using pouches or wraps to hold the baby to the parent, even while doing household chores, etc.), immediate response to cries, and co-sleeping.

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disappointment. I opted to use the approach of feeding while I held my baby tightly, skin to skin, to avoid missing out on the bonding. AP recommends joint baths and responding instantly to crying. This provides a higher level of security for the baby and increased bonding.

While there were several great experiences, there was also a downside. Co-sleeping is one thing but sharing a bed with a baby is downright dangerous. I pulled a bassinet beside my bed so that I was able to touch her easily during the night. That is a safe option, but sharing a bed has resulted in both injuries and deaths of babies, especially newborns. Doctors do not recommend being in the same bed, as it greatly increases the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).

On a less serious level, sleeping with a toddler is like being assaulted when you are at your weakest. They flop all over the bed, usually ending with one of their feet in your mouth.

While most parents would agree that their children always come first, there is a real danger of losing your own identity when motherhood becomes your entire world.

A lack of adult time and, more importantly, couple-time with your partner, becomes unhealthy. Those against AP argue that instantly responding to a child's wants results in the child being unable to cope and creates an overly dependent child. Since tantrums are considered “communication,” AP recommends that parents never punish or ignore these outbursts. Spanking for any reason is a definite nono. While I personally chose not to spank, I did choose to punish when needed. Parents who fear discipline produce children we all fear! The most important advice I ever received was the

reminder that the way we talk to our child becomes their own inner voice.

Ultimately, no child is the same as another...which means that while certain guidelines may be helpful, no form of parenting is going to work 100 percent of the time for every child. Paying attention to your child’s needs and doing what is necessary to meet them will always be better than wearing yourself out in an attempt to follow an arbitrary set of rules, and then feeling like a failure if you fall short. You can always attempt to explain to your child, “Sweetie, you are making it hard for me to be the ideal parent.

Let’s work on that, okay?” No matter how much you try, children just do not get it.

In the long run...and this may come as a shock, but...it is okay to admit that we have some very real needs of our own! Any parent knows that the most sure-fire way to get your child’s attention is to relax or dare to go to the bathroom. In pure self-defense, we must be able to carve out some time for ourselves. If we aren’t fulfilled and healthy, how in the world are we going to be able to raise fulfilled and healthy children? Realize that you cannot effectively parent without having a sense of humor and without remembering that you have to take care of yourself before you can be of any use to your child.

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Small Stories for a Big World

By Kim Underwood have a long list of things to give thanks for on Thanksgiving Day. I know how important a sense of gratitude is. In the past, though, I was more likely to mislay that sense of gratitude for extended High on that list is having a family in which people routinely thank periods of time as I fretted about some perceived misfortune or each other. Whenever I come home with grocery items on Doobins’ another. Lately, though, when I start complaining to myself about personal list, such as gallons of milk and packages of Oreos, he something, it seems as if I don’t get nearly as far down that path as I thanks me. Somewhere in the past, I’m sure we talked to Doobins used to before I remember that the list of things I have to be thankful about the importance of thanking people, but I haven’t said anything for is far more substantial—wonderful family, a cozy home with lots about it in a long time and certainly wouldn’t require him to thank me of art, work that I enjoy—than the list of things to gripe about. for such a basic as milk.

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It’s something he started doing on his own, and it makes me feel appreciated.

Sparkle Girl and Doobins are remarkably good about regularly expressing gratitude as well. Whenever I drop off Sparkle Girl to see a friend and come back to pick her up, she thanks me. Since she doesn’t yet have a driver’s license, doing that falls under my official responsibilities. Yet she still lets me know she appreciates it. I particularly look forward to the enthusiastic “Thank you!” that I know is coming whenever I show up with an unexpected food treat.

Sometimes Garnet will surprise me by thanking me for doing something that it hadn’t crossed my mind would call for thanks.

When she does, a bubble of good feeling appears in my chest.

Once I remember that, I have a greater sense of proportion as I ponder the less-satisfactory parts of my life, and they lose some of their power over me.

One thing I like about Thanksgiving Day is remembering all those years of our family going to Nannie and Daddy Ralph’s house, running around the house and yard with the cousins, and, for that one day, drinking as much Coca-Cola as I wanted.

I also look forward to the stuffing with gravy. Of course, I could have stuffing with gravy any day of the year. I seldom give it a thought during the rest of the year, though, and, even if I do, I have no desire to do anything about it. Eating it wouldn’t seem quite right.

My life is filled with others who are also good about expressing thanks.

That one day of the year, though, it’s one of my favorite food combinations in the world.

Another thing I appreciate in my life is an increasing awareness of just how much I have to be thankful for.

I hope that this Thanksgiving Day is a particularly satisfying one for you.

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By Lindsay Craven

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mergency kits might inspire fear at the first mention of their name, but they aren’t necessarily tied to instances of disaster.

Thanks to handy sites like Pinterest and Etsy, there’s inspiration for ways to create kits for both real emergencies and for those little emergencies that life throws at us daily. This column will explore ideas of items that could be essential for various types of emergency kits, so that you can be inspired and start your own. This month we’ll looking at items to prepare a kit for “Black Friday,” a time of great deals that come with great sacrifice.

You’ll want to carry something that’s not a hassle to balance with your shopping bags. If you plan to head in with the pushing and shoving of the door-buster crowd, you may want to carry a cross-body bag that won’t fall off your shoulder in the rush.

Black Friday is a crazy experience and the best way to tackle all the great deals is being well prepared before you head out that night. Do some recon work in your Thanksgiving Day ad inserts in the local paper. There are lots of great templates online or apps for your phone that keep track of what items you’re looking for in each store and their sale price, and you can even go so far as to see if you can find a store map online, so you can find out where you need to go in the store once you’re in the door.

Long lines are the nemesis of all Black Friday shoppers. If you have a friend as hardcore as you, then you may have the convenience of conversation to keep you busy, but if you don’t, or if you end up in separate lines, then you may need to entertain yourself. Prepare your iPod or phone with a great, upbeat playlist or your favorite podcast, or you could even bring along a great page-turning book to keep your mind off the creeping check-out lines.

Hours upon hours of shopping can lead to a growling stomach and dehydration, and those food-court lines can be just as brutal as the store lines. Make sure to take along some healthy supplies to keep you

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nourished. Take an extra large, preferably refillable, water bottle and some healthy energy or protein bars. Bogging yourself down with carbs and sodas could just slow you down and make you sleepy.

Toting around a full-size bag might be a bit cumbersome in the stores, so make sure to take a wristlet that you can move your essentials to. A perfect wristlet would have room to carry your phone, some cash and credit cards, a lip gloss and maybe even have a hook for some hand sanitizer to clip on to keep the germs at bay.

It’s inevitable that in all the noisy crowds and stress of shopping you’re going to get hit with a headache or backache from standing in line. Take an assortment of pain relievers, some breath mints that can also double for nausea relief if you’re in a pinch, and maybe even some Emergen-C, if you find yourself next to some sickly people in line. Better to be well prepared than sore and sick the next morning.

Your feet will most definitely be the most abused portion of your body, come the end of Black Friday. Even if your shoes are particularly comfy, it’s always a good idea to stash a pair of insoles in your bag, in case they’re no longer doing the trick halfway into the day.

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g n i k o o b p Scra Memories f or “The Uncra fty”

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o you enjoy the idea of lovely, memory-filled albums, yet you are a person who avoids arts and crafts at all costs?

Do you go to Hobby Lobby for the home decor and steer clear of the aisles devoted to beads, yarn, fabric and all other creative accoutrements? If so, you may fall under the category of The Uncrafty.

Fear not! Even the worst of The Uncrafty can create scrapbooks so exquisite that they will be proud to show them off to family and friends.

The most difficult aspect to scrapbooking is simply getting started.

Walking into a store devoted to all things scrapbooking as a novice can be a terrifying experience! There is just so much of everything, including tools that are unrecognizable to the newbie. It can make a beginner feel that scrapbooking is too expensive, too complicated and, overall, too much of a headache. Let’s take a moment to simplify this entire process.

First of all, decide on a theme. Most of us have ridiculous quantities of pictures stored in boxes, on SD cards, inside phones and tablets...it is certainly overwhelming! Instead of trying to pull out a bit of everything, decide exactly on what you want to focus on. A vacation, class reunion, wedding, birth of a child...pick one moment in time for your first album.

However, do not begin with one-of-a-kind pictures! Using irreplaceable heritage photographs without experience is a disaster waiting to happen.

Pull out the photos and keepsakes based on the theme you have chosen.

Seasoned scrapbookers know to keep nearly every little thing to add to their books, such as ticket stubs, receipts, maps, pamphlets, special drawings, et cetera. As a beginner, you may not have many of these things, and that is okay! Remember that there is no such thing as a bad scrapbook. We all create in different ways, and your album will be as special as anyone else’s.

For the next step, gird up your loins and step into that craft store. Do not allow yourself to be distracted by all of the gadgets and furbelows. For this initial book, you have a basic supply list which consists of an album, page protectors, patterned paper, cardstock, adhesive and embellishments (stickers, ribbons, stamps, et cetera). I find the double-sided adhesive squares to be much easier than glue, which is messy and can cause your paper to buckle and crease.

You are ready to begin! Focus now on your layout. The first page of your album will be the title page...for example, “Beach Trip, 2015.” Select the pictures and embellishments that will go on each page.

Bear in mind that you are not required to use every single photo. I began that way and soon became exhausted and overwhelmed.

Choose your favorites and store the remainder. Crop the photos you are using to remove anything unnecessary. It can be fun to crop pictures into shapes, but do not do this to every photo on the page, as it is time consuming and can appear too busy. Matting pictures really dresses up the look, but again, there is no need to do so for every one. Decide which patterned paper fits with the photos you are using for each page.

Personally, I feel that the most important part of scrapbooking involves the journaling!

There are small things that you will forget over time. Reading each moment you have chosen to write about will spark poignant and amusing memories in later years. Make sure to leave room in your layout to record those moments.

I would like to impress upon everyone once again that there is no such thing as a bad scrapbook! If you have decorated your pages to your own liking, journaled your precious memories, and taken the effort to secure these moments in time, there is no way that you have erred. If you run out of ideas, feel free to “scraplift!” Look around online or at your friends’ layouts and copy them. C.A.S.E. the joint...which means to “Copy And Steal Everything!” Some of my best pages have been inspired by others.

The entire point of scrapbooking is to have a good time and to realize that even the Uncraftiest among us have their own style and panache! More than that, when things get tough, scrapbooks are bound memories of life’s most precious times. In that way, scrapbooking is more than a work of art… it is a work of heart.

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t’s beginning to look a lot like the holidays! Decorations are popping up around town, people are making their lists and checking them twice and the UNC School of the Arts is hard at work on the most cherished of local holiday events: The Nutcracker! Presented

by First Tennessee Bank and celebrating its 50th season, the 2015 production of The Nutcracker remains one of the most-anticipated and most magical holiday traditions in the Triad.

The UNC School of the Arts acclaimed production of The Nutcracker will offer nine performances from December 12th–20th at the Stevens Center in downtown Winston-Salem. The heralded ballet has received rave reviews from critics and enthusiastic audiences since the 2009 reimagining of the production by former Dean of the UNC School of the Arts’ School of Dance, Ethan Stiefel. This year, Stiefel is returning to add even more magic with additional fresh choreography for the opening scene!

For the best deal in town, take advantage of the great prices on The Nutcracker “Family Four Pack” for the evening performances on Thursday and Friday, December 17th and 18th. The “Family Four Pack” offer is subject to availability. Family Four Pack tickets are only $130 for Orchestra Side/Front Balcony and $95 for Center Balcony.

Tickets for the 2015 production of The Nutcracker are now on sale to the public at the Stevens Center box office, online, or by phone. For more information, please visit uncsaevents.com. Don’t wait until it’s too late: Be sure to purchase your tickets today for The Nutcracker!

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Featured guest artists for 2015 will be renowned dancers Sofiane Sylve

and Tiit Helimets, both Principal Dancers with the San Francisco Ballet, who will dance the roles of the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier Prince at the performances on December 16th and 17th at 7:30 p.m.

The full performance schedule for the UNC School of the Arts production of The Nutcracker is: Dec. 12th, 16th, 17th, 18th and 19th at 7:30 p.m.; and Dec. 12th, 13th, 19th and 20th at 2 p.m.

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Kitchen Cooking Up Thanksgiving

By Kristi Johnson Marion & Emily Eileen Carter Cheesy Gobblers These make cute appetizers while everyone waits for the turkey, especially for all the impatient little ones running around!

Mini Babybel white cheddar cheese rounds Cheddar cheese slices Almond slices Chocolate or butterscotch chips Directions: 1.Gently remove red wax covering (save pieces to cut out turkey wattle, tongue, or other decorations).

2.Slice a small amount off one edge of the round, so the turkey will stand.

3.Cut cheddar slices into small triangles for the beak and apply to center (should stick on its own).

4.Press two chips, pointy side in, into the cheese round for eyes.

5.Insert almond slices around the top of the round to represent the fan of feathers.

6.Cover the plate of Cheesy Gobblers in plastic wrap and store in refrigerator, but no sooner than 2 hours before serving, to prevent the cheese drying out.

Thanksgiving Pizza When we think Thanksgiving, we don’t always think of pizza, but why not create an Italian Turkey Day dish with those Thanksgiving leftovers? The kids will love using leftovers in this creative and yummy way!

1½ cups turkey gravy (it can be fat-free from a jar or your favorite gravy) 1 lb. your favorite sausage, cooked and crumbled 2 cups turkey breast, cooked and shredded 1 cup celery, finely sliced 2 12-inch pre-baked or -prepared pizza crusts 2 cups part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded 1 teaspoon thyme 1 teaspoon oregano Directions: 1.Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

2.Spread half of gravy over top of each pizza.

3.Arrange half of sausage, turkey and celery over each pizza.

4.Mix spices together and sprinkle half a teaspoon of each spice over each pizza.

5.Evenly sprinkle 1 cup cheese over each pizza.

6.Bake 10 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Clementine Pumpkins So easy to make, these fruit “pumpkins” are adorable and a healthy treat!

Clementines (or oranges) Celery bunch Directions: 1.Peel Clementines/oranges.

2.Slice celery stalks into 4 equal pieces 3.Gently wiggle a celery piece into the top of each Clementine at their natural split 4.Cover plate of “pumpkins” in plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve, to prevent drying out

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“Paintings have a life of their own that derives from the painter’s soul.” ~Vincent Van Gogh

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2 Class Quilt, FI Mod Class, Lowrance Middle Art Teacher: Phil Benenati

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Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, Book 1

By J.K. Rowling Genre: Fantasy Age Range: 10–11 years old Reviewed by Lisa S.T. Doss Some books have a mystery about them; a story that was not completely told on screen. You may have already looked at the table of contents and found 17 long chapters and wondered, “How am I going to read this story?” Sometimes, we need encouragement to get beyond the first few chapters of a book; therefore, I recommend the Illustrated Edition and, perhaps, also listening to the audio books narrated by Jim Dale. Either way, I am so glad YOU want to read about the boy named Harry Potter who experienced peculiar incidents and needed answers. After quite an adventure, he is handed his letter of acceptance to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. In the story, you will gain life-long friendships and question students associated with the Slytherin house, learn magic from interesting professors, and experience school-related problems, just like Harry Potter and his friends.

In no time, you'll be ready to delve into book two, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.

The 100

By Kass Morgan Genre: Teen Science Fiction Age Range: 15 - 18 Years Reviewed by Rebecca Olsen In the not-too-distant future, what remains of human society is crowded into an aging space station. When the station can no longer support its human population, 100 juvenile convicts awaiting execution on their 18th birthday are involuntarily sent to earth in a desperate experiment to determine earth’s viability after nuclear war left it decimated. Just kids, the 100 are sent to earth with an impossible task no one has accomplished in centuries—survive. Unknowingly the only hope of humanity, they may survive earth’s inhospitable environment, but only if they can survive each other first!

While there’s definitely a Lord of the Flies theme, as different characters jostle for control, and a setting reminiscent of Ender’s Game, you’ll find this one less intense than those reads. It’s engaging and fast-paced, and you'll enjoy this one, but don’t be surprised if it differs greatly from the CW show of the same name, now in its second season!

Secrets of the Baby Whisperer for Toddlers

By Tracy Hogg Genre: Non-fiction Age Range: Adult Emily Eileen Carter Many parents are familiar with Tracy Hogg’s Secrets of the Baby Whisperer. This author offered tried-and-true tricks for getting babies to sleep on a schedule and understanding just how they work.

In her second book, Secrets of the Baby Whisperer for Toddlers, Tracy offers parents sound advice for helping them understand, cope, and problem-solve during the challenging stage of Toddlerhood. From identifying your toddler’s inborn temperament to implementing routines and rituals, Tracy again provides insight into the minds of these perplexingly little beings as they begin to assert their will and independence.

While I stand by my belief that no parenting book has “all the answers,” I especially like Tracy’s H.E.L.P. method (Hold back, Explain, Limit, Praise) in nurturing curiosity, growth, independence and safety in our little tykes.

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Celebrate Life!

Welcome to the world , Adryan Thomas Poindexter!

“We goofed! This was incorrectly credited in the October issue. These beautiful photos are the work of Sandra Henderson Photography

Adryan arrived on June 16th, weighing 6 lbs 11 oz, and 21” long! New parents, Chris and Cella, join grandparents Tom and Cindy Poindexter, and great-grandparents Ruth Wooten and TW and Sylvia Poindexter in celebrating his arrival!

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“Out & About” in Winston-Salem

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The Children’s Museum (Storybook Soiree)

By Heather Spivey

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n Friday, September 11th, 350 guests gathered in downtown Winston-Salem at The Millennium Center for the annual Storybook Soiree, the Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem’s largest annual fundraiser.

This year’s theme was from the well-known Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling. The venue was creatively decorated with iconic Harry Potter images, including floating candlesticks, Platform 9 ¾ train station, The Three Broomsticks and Leakey Cauldron taverns, and a magical sorting hat to assign guests to their Hogwarts house.

Cate & Jack Lynch and Walker & Mark Jones were Co-Chairs for the event.

Henri & Royall Brown and Louise & Harold Pollard served as the Honorary Chairs.

In keeping with the Harry Potter theme, Peppercorn Theatre at the Children’s Museum had four costumed performers from UNCSA dressed as characters from the book series. The actors mingled with guests throughout the evening to add a theatrical flair to the event. Guests also enjoyed cocktails and small plates of delicious cuisine as they perused the silent auction. All proceeds from Storybook Soiree go towards education programming provided by the Children’s Museum to bring literature, storytelling and the arts to life for all children.

The Children’s Museum opened its doors nearly 11 years ago. Elizabeth Dampier, Executive Director at the Children’s Museum, adds, “The last 10 years we have seen a tremendous revitalization in Winston-Salem, and the Children’s Museum has played an integral role in that transformation. We hope that you will consider making your most generous donation possible this year to help this vital organization continue to positively impact the children in our community for many years to come.”

For more information about the Children’s Museum, visit www.childrensmuseumofws.org or call 336.723. 9111.

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taken care of. My husband and I are always here to talk to our customers and make sure that they are getting great service, the food is outstanding, and it meets their expectations.”

These goals are accomplished daily with an extensive menu that satisfies even the pickiest of eaters. “Mac & Nelli’s has something for everyone,” said Shaver. “All appetites and price ranges—from appetizers, salads, sandwiches, to pasta entrees and certified Angus beef. We offer weekly specials, such as 35-cent wings on Mondays and Wednesdays; Thursday is our $5 classic burger night with an eight-ounce prime ground beef; and, of course, our ever-so-popular slow-roasted prime rib every Friday and Saturday. We do make a few changes to our menu each season to keep things fresh. We will be bringing back our crowd-pleasing shecrab soup for the fall and winter.”

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fter a very successful transition to a new location on Country Club Road, Mac and Nelli’s is proud to celebrate its first anniversary in the new space! Though most of their customers “moved” with them and continued their weekly dinners out at Mac and Nelli’s, the new location welcomed many new faces during the past year and will surely welcome more for many years to come.

“We are really happy with our new location because of the additional space—adding 45 more seats in this space,” said Lori Shaver. “We have been welcomed into the new area, gaining new customers from the neighborhood and also retaining a lot of our regulars from the other location. We thank them all for their support and friendship. Here at Mac & Nelli’s, we strive to make everyone feel welcomed and at home.

Our friendly staff is accommodating and willing to go the extra step to make sure our customers are well

With football season in full swing, many of us find ourselves switching back and forth between multiple games on at the same time. At Mac and Nelli’s, you can watch all the games at once! “Since football season began, we have added eight more TVs around the restaurant and bar area, and now offer the NFL Sunday Ticket,” said Shaver. “This has given us a broader customer reach, because not many places offer the football package in the area. So, people ask, ‘are you a sports bar?’ Well, we are accommodating to the public with what it wants. We have added so much more to our venue because people have asked us. We have live music every Monday with Mike Bustin—a guy who just walked in our door one day; we had him play one night and, two years later, he is still our Monday night music. He is awesome! We have added trivia to Tuesday nights, and we have some great prizes that are given away. Wednesdays, we have karaoke that draws a good bunch of singers. Now, the newest to our weekly line-up, every Thursday will be a live sports-talk radio show with Scott Hamilton, sports writer/director for the Winston-Salem Journal, from 3–6 p.m. There will be call-ins, live interviews and appearances from coaches and players from all different sports: Nascar drivers, golf pros and local celebrities, like Dale Jarrett.”

Mac and Nelli’s is constantly adapting to what its customers want, which is why it has enjoyed so much success in the last year on Country Club Road. In addition to serving customers the best, it is important to owners Art and Lori Shaver to give back to the community that supports them. “We feel like we are part of a community here, and we will help where we can,” said Shaver. “We have had local churches do fundraisers for mission trips, and some that collect food for a local pantry to help feed local families. We are having a holidayLive Music shopping ladies’ day out on November 7th from 10 a.m.–3p.m., featuring local and Nightly Specials moms that have home parties and sell handmade crafts. This is a chance Check out our As a business owner, I feel to support local businesswomen in our community.

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Mac & Nelli’s is located in the Harper Hill Commons Shopping Center, located at 4926 Country Club Road in Winston-Salem. Restaurant hours are Monday– Thursday, 3 p.m.–12 a.m.; Friday & Saturday from 11 a.m.–12 a.m.; and Sunday from 9 a.m.–2 p.m. (brunch) and 2–9 p.m. (regular menu). For more information, call 336.529.6230, or visit the website at www.macandnellisws.com.

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INFANT SWIMMING RESOURCE (ISR) LESSONS 1113 West Mountain St in Kernersville. ISR Aquatic survival skills for ages six months to six years. Cost: $75/week. dmhaskins.infantswim.com NOW THROUGH NOVEMBER 28 (SATURDAYS)

32ND ANNUAL COZY COTTAGE CRAFT SHOW 9am-3pm, 405 Salisbury St in Kernersville. Unique handcrafted gifts, jewelry, pillows, yard art, holiday decorations and baked goods. Proceeds from raffle will be donated to the Hospice & Palliative CareCenter.

TOUR DE FOOD 1:30-4pm, downtown W-S. Explore the culinary delights and taste the best of downtown W-S. You will enjoy everything from local desserts to down home BBQ while you meet the chefs, owners and artisans who create it all.

We begin our tour at Jeffery Adams on Fourth. Cost: $47/pp. TourDeFood.com/tours/winstonsalem

NOVEMBER 6-8 FRIENDS OF CENTRAL LIBRARY BOOK SALE 9am-5pm, 590 Marshall St in W-S. Thousands of books and electronic media. Children, fiction/nonfiction, history, academic, foreign language much more. Sales support new Central Library and Children's Reading Programs.

NOW THROUGH NOVEMBER 30

DERO’S HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE 10am-5pm, 2671 Lewisville-Clemmons Rd, Clemmons.

RUBY SLIPPER FRINGE FESTIVAL ARTIST SUBMISSIONS 1259 Peace Haven Rd in W-S. Attention female artists: Musicians, poets, dancers, writers, actors, cinematographers, story tellers, builders, bakers and any combination thereof...creators! RubySlipperFringe.org

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“FROM HERE TO THERE” EXHIBIT AT SCIWORKS 10am-4pm, 400 West Hanes Mill Road in W-S. Discover the laws of gravity and motion as you float on a hovercraft chair, move your boat through a canal lock system, send colored balls zooming through air tubes and lift weights using pulleys, levers, pneumatics and hydraulics!

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NOW THROUGH MAY 15 (THIRD SUNDAYS EXCEPT DECEMBER 20) GIRLS’ NITE IN 6-8pm, 323 Hopkins Rd in Kernersville. Empowering teen girls to make wise choices through addressing life-altering issues and negative cultural influences, thereby providing the tools to rescue them from self-destructive behavior. Offering a place of refuge and hope.

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NOW THROUGH JUNE 2 CENTRAL TRIAD HOME EDUCATORS – MIDDLE SCHOOL CO-OP CLASSES 9am-2pm, 2935 Cole Rd in W-S. Cost: $10/child per class.

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NOVEMBER 1 FAMILY FIRST: FLOWER SCULPTURE 2-4pm, 2250 Reynolda Rd in W-S. Elementary school-aged children and their favorite adult tour the museum and make art together during family first workshops. Cost: $8$10. Reynoldahouse.org SNEAK PEEK CHRISTMAS WISH LIST PARTY 2-5pm, 2668 Lewisville Clemmons Rd in Clemmons. Come get a sneak peek of our Christmas merchandise, and make your wish list for Christmas! Wish lists will be on file so that family and friends will know what you would love to see under the Christmas tree! HipChicsBoutique.com

NOVEMBER 3-DECEMBER 31 HOLIDAYS AT OLD SALEM (see pg45) Experience authentic history, fresh-baked treats, unique holiday gifts, seasonal concerts, and the holiday spirit.

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NOVEMBER 7

HOLIDAY SHOPPING EXTRAVAGANZA AT HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH 9am-1pm, 4820 Kinnamon Rd in W-S. More than 35 vendors selling jewelry, crafts, greeting cards, woodworking, pottery, housewares, glass works, pottery, gourmet foods, ornaments, health and beauty care and more!

AROUND THE WORLD FAMILY BAZAAR CAROLINA ADOPTION SERVICES 6-10pm, 200 North Davie St in G’boro. Come to a fun, family friendly event with other adoptive families while supporting the mission of CAS. Our special guest is Joseph Roberts Sserwaada, director of our partner children's home.

NOVEMBER 9 GIRLS' NIGHT OUT 5pm…until! Hakka Chow Asian Eats, 615 Saint George Square Court. Grab a friend, neighbor, co-worker, mother, sister, SOMEBODY and have a much need Girls’ Night Out. Enjoy several delicious Girls’ Night Out specials including $5 chicken or tofu lettuce wraps and crab wontons, $5 sangria, various wine specials and sushi specials! Also, register for TONS of prizes and giveaways!

NOVEMBER 10 MONKEY HOOPER FITNESS 11am-12pm, 390 South Liberty St in W-S. With Monkey Hooper, kids learn early that fitness should be fun! Enjoy structured activities like dancing, games, parachute play, obstacle courses and more. Children are also encouraged to eat the rainbow to fuel a healthy body and mind.

ChildrensMuseumOfWS.org THE 2ND ANNUAL PAWS IN THE PARK 4:30-9pm, 4061 Clemmons Road in Clemmons. Come walk through the magical Tanglewood Festival of Lights rain or moonshine. Help us provide second chances for pets. Cost: $20-$25/advance; $30/gate. Pawsinthepark.causevox.com OPEN HOUSE 5:30-7:30pm, 6000 Meadowbrook Mall Court, Suite 6A in Clemmons. Everyone is welcome to stop by and enjoy some food and live music. We will be collecting food for Clemmons Food Pantry. Each canned good will get you extra entries into our giveaways! Bring a friend and enjoy socializing! PaparazziHairSalon.com BREAK FREE FROM PFDs WITH DR. JACOBS 6-8pm, Join Bradley E. Jacobs, MD, 2927 Lyndhurst Ave, WS, for expert advice about PFD signs, symptoms and treatment options. Register online at: voicesforpfd.org/events NOVEMBER 11 KIDS MORNING OUT FOR KIDS OF ALL AGES! 10am-12pm, Wake Forest Basketball at the Coliseum, 2825 University Pkwy in W-S. Come spend the morning at the home of Wake Forest basketball complete with fun activities (appropriate tennis shoes required), crafts, photos with the Deacon and refreshments! FREE event! Each adult attendee will receive four tickets for our fabulous prize

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board. Receive and extra prize board ticket for every new, unwrapped toy you bring for the Clemmons Rotary Toy Drive.

MUTT-I-GREES® IN THE LIBRARY STORYTIME 11am-12pm, 390 South Liberty Street in W-S. This program, brought to you by CMWS and the Forsyth Humane Society, aims to enhance children’s self- and social-awareness, relationship skills and ability to make ethical decisions that benefit people, animals and the environment.

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NOVEMBER 12 MEMBERS’ APPRECIATION DAY 9:30am-8pm, 2250 Reynolda Rd in W-S. Members are invited to bring four friends at no cost, enjoy a double discount at the museum store, shop with additional surprise discounts and more – and for longer! Stay or come back for our special after-hours night. ReynoldaHouse.org REYNOLDA THURSDAYS: THE ARTIST’S GARDEN 9:30am-8pm, 2250 Reynolda Rd in W-S. Plant a winter bulb garden to take home and quench your thirst with cocktails featuring seasonal flowers. Cost: FREE for pass holders, members and students; $5/non-members.

ReynoldaHouse.org EXPECTANT GRANDPARENTING 6-8pm, 2909 Maplewood Avenue in W-S. Babies haven't changed, but what we know about them has! Combine your wealth of knowledge with the latest information on infant care, safety, child rearing practices and new parent support. Cost: $25. BirthsAndBeginnings.com

NOVEMBER 13-15 “THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE, JR!” MUSICAL 7pm (13th-14th); 2pm (15th), The Hanes Brands Theatre, 200 North Spruce St in W-S. The classic musical is filled with fun flappers, dashing leading men and a dragon-lady audiences will love to hate. Enjoy an evening of madcap merriment based on the popular movie. Cost: $10/advance; $15/door. SpringTheatre.org

NOVEMBER 14 GO FAR 5K & FUN RUN FAMILY EVENT 7:30-11:30am, 211 East Commerce St in High Point. The Go Out for a Run (GO FAR) 5K and Fun Run for kids and families. Cost: $15-$35/person. GoFarClub.org CLEMMONS MORAVIAN FALL BAZAAR 8am-1pm, 3536 Spangenberg Ave in Clemmons. Children's book author, Michele Marlene Manderine, will be selling her pet creations -- cat, dog, doll and baby afghans; photo greeting cards featuring Michele's cat, "Remi, The Ragdoll"; and hand-drawn whimsical cat greeting cards.

LEWISVILLE UMC PRESCHOOL ONE-STOP HOLIDAY SHOP 8am-2pm, 6290 Shallowford Rd in Lewisville. Several local vendors, fun activities and a silent auction!

PRESCHOOL CLASS AT SCIWORKS: “WHEELS & WINGS” 10am-12pm, 400 West Hanes Mill Rd in W-S. For children ages 3-5 and their parent/adult caregivers. Pre-registration required; $7/members; $15/non-members (includes museum admission). 714.7105 to register. Sciworks.org CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE 10am-5pm, 2668 Lewisville Clemmons Rd in Clemmons.

20% off all Christmas merchandise (in-store only), door prizes, refreshments and more! HipChicsBoutique.com

NOVEMBER 15 ADOPTION AWARENESS DAY AT SCIWORKS 1-3pm, 400 West Hanes Mill Rd in W-S. The Children’s Home Society of NC and Forsyth County Department of Social Services will host an information table about fostering and adopting. There will also be a short presentation at 2pm. In addition, SciWorks is offering FREE admission (by invitation only) to families who have adopted through these agencies. Sciworks.org

XTREME HIP HOP WITH PHIL 2-3pm, 6205 Ramada Dr in Clemmons. Coming to NC! Join us for one of the most exciting new dance fitness formats.

Cost: $15/person early bird; $20/person otherwise.

XtremeHipHopWithPhilNCevent.eventbrite.com GOURD ART WORKSHOP 2-4pm, Museum of Anthropology, Wake Forest University, 1834 Wake Forest Rd in W-S. Gourds have a variety of practical and artistic uses in different cultures around the world. This workshop will present a number of different gourd uses and allow participants to create their own piece of gourd art. Open to all ages. Cost: $7/members; $10/non-members.

NOVEMBER 16-23 2015 OCC NATIONAL COLLECTION WEEK 8am-8pm, Operation Christmas Child National Collection Week. Bring in your gilled filled shoeboxes. See OCC website for a location near you. SamaritansPurse.org

NOVEMBER 18 MUSIC & MOVEMENT 11am-12pm, 390 South Liberty St in W-S. Come move and groove through songs, finger plays and a read aloud. Your child will gain meaningful skills to build upon their language, listening and physical abilities. ChildrensMuseumOfWS.org

NOVEMBER 19 COMFORT MEASURES FOR LABOR 6-8pm, 245 Charlois Blvd in W-S. This two-hour hands-on class is a great add-on to your childbirth education! Learn and practice labor positions, massage techniques, breathing, vocalizations and many other tips! $25/couple.

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NOVEMBER 20-21 MONOGRAM EVENT 9am-6pm (20th); 10am-5pm (21st), 2668 Lewisville Clemmons Rd in Clemmons. $2 off monogramming services; 15% off all personalized items and items that can be personalized (certain brand exclusions apply).

HipChicsBoutique.com JUNIOR LEAGUE OF WINSTON-SALEM’S BOUTIQUE Times vary, Downtown Embassy Suites/Benton Convention Center, 460 North Cherry St in W-S. This year, Boutique will offer two exciting days of shopping with a variety of events throughout the days. Tickets can be purchased online at Jlws.org/boutique

NOVEMBER 21-JANUARY 3 TANGLEWOOD FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS (see pg22-23) 6-11pm, Tanglewood Park in Clemmons, NC.

NOVEMBER 21 HILLSDALE SUNRISE ROTARY CLUB TURKEY DERBY 5K RACE 9-10am, 324 Bermuda Run Dr in Bermuda Run. The race features a 3.1 mile USATF-certified course that begins and ends inside beautiful Bermuda Run Country Club. Cost: $25 before 11/18; $30 after 11/18. TurkeyDerby.org 8TH ANNUAL ARTISAN AND CRAFTERS’ EXPO 9am-4pm, 1210 Museum Rd in Statesville. Artists and crafters offering beautiful works of art and unique handmade items. Artisan breads, jams and other homemade baked goods including gluten-free items also available. Chili cook-off and lunch available from 11am2pm. FREE admission!

WS YOUTH CHORUS WINTER CELEBRATION CONCERT (see pg59) 7pm, Ardmore Baptist, 501 Miller St.

NOVEMBER 27 ICE VENTURE @ CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF WS (see pg91)Build an igloo, collect snowballs, glide on our indoor sock-skating rink, and more. Visit childrensmuseumofws.org “COLORFUL” FRIDAY 7am-6pm, 2668 Lewisville Clemmons Rd in Clemmons. Hip Chics takes on "Black" Friday! Tons of deals and steals coming to you on this day! HipChicsBoutique.com

Come out and watch your favorite NFL team and enjoy great food and drink specials!

Dining Specials & Events for November Monday - 35 Cent Wings Tuesday - Wine Night $5.00 Select Wine Wednesday - 35 Cent Wings Thursday - LIve Sports Talk with Scott Hamilton 3-6pm Friday & Saturday Night - Our Famous Certified Angus Beef Prime Rib! Sunday Brunch - Brunch & NFL Sunday Ticket - 10 TV’s!

7th - Ladies Day Out! 10am-3pm Holiday Shopping with over 20 vendors and live music with Mike Bustin Live Music in November Every Monday - Mike Bustin 6-9pm Every Wednesday - Get Vocal Triad Karaoke 7-10pm 6th - Todd White Karaoke 9pm-1am 7th - Joey Whitaker 8:30-11:30pm 13th - Russ & John - Johnny Cash Tribute 9pm-12am 14th - Mike Bustin 20th - Todd White Karaoke 9pm-1am 21st - Knuckles Deep 9:30pm-12:30am 27th - The Rockers 8:30-11pm 28th - Eddie Clayton & Will Jones 9pm-12am Call Mac & Nelli’s for your next catered event.

336.529.6230 4926 Country Club Road Winston-Salem, NC 27104

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Advertiser Index Activities Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem ......99 Legacy Saddlebreds..................................53 Salem Gymnastics....................................71 SciWorks..................................................83 Studio Create..........................................111 TRU Taekwondo ........................................31 United Tae Kwon Do Academy...................11 Automotive Flow Automotive.........................................3 TJ’s Body Shop ........................................99 Bakery Christina’s Dessertery.....................107, 109 Nothing Bundt Cakes ................................71 Beauty / Styling V’s Barbershop .........................................29 Childcare Imprints....................................................71 YMCA.......................................................15 Churches Sunrise United Methodist Church..............76 Dentists / Orthodontists Chermak & Hanson...................................69 Kingery & Kingery.....................................49 Rudnicke Orthodontics..............................47 Salem Smiles ...........................................53 Southern Dental Associates ......................25 Tina S. Merhoff and Associates Pediatric Dentistry.......................................4 Education Calvary Baptist Day School .......................67 The Piedmont School................................65 St. John’s Lutheran School .......................83 Financial Truliant Federal Credit Union........Back Cover Framing Hampton House Art & Framing .................57 Health & Fitness C3 Fitness ................................................87 Gotta Get Thin.............................................7 YMCA.......................................................15 114 • forsythfamilymagazine.com

Home Budget Blinds...........................................49 Chamberlain Place ...................................59 Dero’s ......................................................17 Homestead Hills .........................................9 Isenhour Homes .......................................57 JMR Landscaping .....................................89 Moore Self Storage...................................89 Salem Window & Doors............................33 Sonoma Building......................................37 Stitches....................................................67 Susan Maier-Colon - Berkshire Hathaway ..57 Home Medical Care Home Instead Senior Care ........................41 Insurance Forsyth County Farm Bureau – Lewisville Office..........................................2 Ireland Insurance ......................................33 State Farm – Will Wilkins .........................73 Landscaping JMR Landscaping .....................................89 Medical Carolina Laser & Cosmetic Center.............37 Cornerstone Health Care ...........................47 Forsyth Family Eye Care ...........................61 Home Instead Senior Care ........................41 Lewisville Laser & Aesthetics ....................61 Lyndhurst Gynecological Associates .........51 Robinhood Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine ............................63 Summer Family Care ................................13 Wake Forest Baptist Health Brenner Children’s Hospital....................................................39 WomanCare..............................................65 Mental Health Old Vineyard Behavioral Health Services ...55 Organization Make a Wish.............................................42 Pet Care Ruff Housing ............................................27 Photography Tracy Krell Photography ..........................103 Radio Stations WBFJ .......................................................77 WMAG .....................................................91

Real Estate & Housing Chamberlain Place ...................................59 Homestead Hills .........................................9 Susan Maier-Colon - Berkshire Hathaway…57 Restaurants Christina’s Dessertery.....................107, 109 Hakkachow Asian Eats ............................109 Honky Tonk Smokehouse ........................109 Mac & Nelli’s .................................109, 113 Midtown Café & Dessertery ....................109 Omega House.........................................109 Stratford Station Grill ..............................109 Which Wich............................................109 Retail Clemmons Bicycle ...................................73 Dero’s ......................................................17 Hampton House Art & Framing .................57 Hip Chics Boutique...................................20 Honda of WS ......................................73, 83 Rolly’s Baby Boutique...............................35 Service 201 Media................................................99 Busy as a Bee Concierge ........................107 Hayworth-Miller Funeral Home & Crematory .............................................65 Lin Taylor Marketing Group .....................107 Nu expression.........................................101 Ruff Housing ............................................27 Triad Mac ...............................................111 Storage Moore Self Storage...................................89 Technology Nu expression.........................................101 Triad Mac ...............................................111 Upcoming Events Autumn in Old Salem..............................115 Nutcracker – Ballet & Performing Art Centre............................55 Operation Christmas Child ........................65 Paws in the Park......................................111 Take the Floor Tonight ...............................51 Tanglewood Festival of Lights ...................23 UNCSA The Nutcracker ...............................5 Wake Forest Basketball .............................31 Walk for Wishes......................................112 Winston-Salem Annex Ice Rink .................95 Winston-Salem Youth Chorus ...................59 Women’s Fund Annual Luncheon ..............85

Holidays at old salem Experience authentic history, fresh-baked treats, unique holiday gifts, seasonal concerts, and the holiday spirit.

november 3–december 31 Beginning November 13 candlelight tours – with music, games, food, and drink November 14 shops at old salem holiday open house – shopping, food, and more November 28 – December 19 saturdays with st. nicholas – family activities and a visit with St. Nicholas December 12 salem christmas – A full day of hands-on activities and holiday fun! visit old salem or shop online for unique holiday gifts For a full list of events, classes, concerts, and hotel packages, visit oldsalem.org or call 336-721-735o

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