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SPECIAL FEATURES 12 Forsyth Magazines: Beyond the Paper & Ink and Into the Community 22 Happy New Year! What’s Your Wish?

24 Enjoying the Walk Across America 26 The Fleer Center at Salem College: If They Did It, You Can, Too! 30 Farm to Table Co-Op: Bringing Freshness to Your Table 32 Brent Johnson: Serving All Your Insurance Needs for 26 Years 34 Dress for Success 42 Cindy Johnson: It’s All Yours – Prayers to Rest Upon 44 Logi B. Designs: Have Scarves, Will Travel!

46 Treasures Consignments: Your Buena Vista Consignment Shop 48 Nu Expression: Helping Your Business Find Its Social Media Feet 60 Rudolph ‘Rudy’ Sullivan: Breast Cancer Survivor 62 Salemtowne 40th Anniversary Celebration Event 64 The Benefits of Animal Massage 66 BrookStone Technology Services, LLC: A Business’ Best Friend 71 Forsyth Woman Fitness!

72 Fleet Feet Sports: Train With Us in 2013!

74 Salem Gymnastics: Building Healthy, Confident Kids 75 Inner Strength Pilates 76 The Elephant Chronicles: Fitness Edition 77 The Kraze 78 Move It and Lose It: How to Make the Right New Year’s Resolution 80 Get Rid of the Holiday Weight at Diet Center 82 Mountain Valley Hospice Celebrates 30 Years of Service 84 Maddy Brandon: A Young, Soulful Voice 88 The New Look of Lunch 90 Dog Lessons for People for 2013 98 Invio Consignment Shoppe School Supply Drive 100 The Power of a Single Word

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Well, by the time you read this, we will have all survived 12/12/12, 12/21/12, Christmas.... and maybe even New Year’s Eve! There were moments when I wondered if things could get any crazier, especially as we worked on three magazines for January (Forsyth Woman Engaged! will be available at our first GNO of the new year!) Then one day, I saw the message below and, as simple as it is, it makes so, so much sense! I think I am the poster child for these words of wisdom. I don't think anyone could love their job as much as I do... but maybe? I certainly hope Forsyth County and beyond is filled with people that LOVE what they DO! As they say, if you love what you do, you'll never work a day in your life!

I am very excited with all that we have on the calendar for 2013! Check out the editorial on page 12 for details. However, the MOST exciting news is that after almost 8 years, Forsyth Woman and Forsyth Family magazines will be changing to an ALL GLOSS and PERFECT BOUND magazine format! I (we) couldn't be happier. I hope all of our amazing readers and partners feel exactly the same! Look for our new look starting in February!

January is a huge birthday month for our family and I won't call them out one by one, but they know who they are... I wish you all an amazing 2013!

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Beyond the Paper & Ink and Into the Community

By Denise Heidel

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hat started as a local women's magazine seven years ago has evolved into a regular part of the community. Forsyth Woman and sister magazines Forsyth Family and Forsyth Woman Engaged! have spent the last several years taking steps toward more readerinvolvement. With monthly Girls' Night Out and Kids' Morning Out events, as well as bi-annual Consignment Shop Hops, we have worked hard to connect directly with our readers, as well as to connect them with our advertising partners.

The year 2013 will be an exciting one for the magazines. Not only will our publications’ format take on a new look starting in February, with full gloss pages and perfect binding, we've lined up several great events to enjoy with our advertisers and readers. We hope you'll mark your calendars and join us!

May 11: Spring 2013 Consignment Shop Hop November 2: Fall 2013 Consignment Shop Hop Times and Departure Locations TBD January 8: Girls' Night Out at Five Points 5 pm until...

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Ads will appear in March, April, May issues and August, September, and October issues of Forsyth Woman and Forsyth Family.

While GNO is a monthly event, this will be an extra special GNO! Everyone is invited, but brides are encouraged to come and pick up their copy of the newest edition of Forsyth Woman Engaged! Brides will get two extra door prize tickets and the first 10 brides will receive a pair of complimentary passes to our upcoming bridal show!

$25 includes transportation to 10 local consignment shops, lunch, and the opportunity to win some fantastic door prizes!

March 10: Forsyth Family's Summer Camp Expo 1 - 4 pm Free admission for families.

See ad on page 101 The first Forsyth Family Summer Camp Expo is sponsored by the YMCA and will be hosted at BB&T Ballpark's Womble Carlyle Club.

Meet with summer camp providers, and enjoy some fun and games! The first 100 families will receive a free tote bag!

The Forsyth Magazines team loves to shop! The Spring and Fall Consignment Shop Hops will mark our 5th and 6th trips and we always have a blast! Space will be limited. Reservations may be made online (link will be available soon).

Credit card payments may be made via phone by calling Denise at 336413.7610. Checks may be mailed to Forsyth Woman at 6255 TownCenter Dr., Clemmons, NC 27012. If you mail your payment, please include your name, the names of your shopping buddies, and a phone number and email address.

June 2: 2nd Annual Forsyth Magazines’ Showcase: A Celebration of Things Women Love 11 am - 4 pm, Old Salem Ads will appear in March, April, May issues of Forsyth Woman and Forsyth Family.

Free admission.

We're headed back to Old Salem for the 2nd Annual Forsyth Magazines’ Showcase: A Celebration of Things Women Love. Over 40 vendors offering products and services women love will be in attendance, eager to meet our readers. The first 200 women will receive a free tote bag!

Vendors interested in being a part of any of the events listed should contact Denise@ForsythMags.com or call her at 336-413.7610.

March 17: 2nd Annual Bridal Show at the BB&T Ballpark 1 - 4 pm Tickets are sold in pairs for $12 or individual tickets may be purchased for $8.

See ad on page 101 Bridal Show at the BB&T Ballpark is cohosted by Forsyth Woman Engaged and BB&T Ballpark, and sponsored by Windsor Jewelers and The Perfect Pair. Make plans to meet a great selection of wedding professionals, eager to help you plan your perfect day! Brides can register online at ForsythWomanEngaged.com. When you register and attend the 2nd Bridal Show at the BB&T Ballpark, you'll be included in a drawing to win FIVE hours of limousine service, courtesy of Royal Limo!

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We hope to see many familiar faces, as well as lots of new ones, at our events this year! Stay tuned by liking our Facebook pages and following us on Twitter! And if you're not signed up for our monthly newsletter, please email Denise@ForsythMags.com and she will add you to the distribution list!

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Do You Have Red Itchy Eyes?

By Vic Khemsara, MD I often see patients with eyelids that are red and irritated with symptoms of dry eyes.

If you are someone who has these symptoms, more than likely you have some degree of blepharitis.

Blepharitis is a common eyelid inflammation that is sometimes associated with a bacterial eye infection.

When caused by a bacterial infection, the blepharitis tends to be more severe and can sometimes lead to loss of eyelashes. Without treatment, long term consequences include a permanent turning of the lid outward or inward, thickened lid margins, and the lashes rubbing against the cornea, causing erosions.

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Another type of blepharitis involves dysfunction of oilsecreting meibomian glands in the eyelids. The oils secreted by the eyelids help prevent tear evaporation. With reduced output from the meibomian glands, the eyelids may become inflamed and thickened. Eyelid crusting is common and tears look foamy.

The last type of blepharitis involves the condition rosacea. In this condition, eyelid inflammation is linked to the dysfunction of the skin's oil glands. Acne rosacea is a common skin inflammation that leads to facial redness and pimple like bumps, especially around the cheeks, nose, forehead and chin.

Is there a cure for blepharitis? A complete cure does not exist.

Symptoms can only be controlled with eyelid hygiene and medications.

Eyelid hygiene involves applying warm compresses, such as a washcloth to the outer eyelids for a few minutes, and then cleaning the lids with baby shampoo or a commercial lid scrub. This may have to be done several times a day depending on the severity of the inflammation.

If the inflammation is thought to be due to an infection, an antibiotic ointment and oral antibiotic maybe started for a few to several weeks. It’s important to follow up on a regular basis with your eye doctor during a flare up of blepharitis.

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Join us to sample items from their brand new bar menu!

As always, everyone is welcome, but a special GNO invitation goes to BRIDES! All brides-to-be who join us at Five Points can pick up their HOT OFF THE PRESS copy of Forsyth Woman Engaged!

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Fashion in the Triad: 2013 Fashion Trends Submitted by Mainstream Boutique

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hen shopping this holiday season, we have had many people ask us what fashion trends we expect this coming year. The question isn’t always direct, but what people really want to know is, “Is what I’m buying today going to be stylish next year? Will I need to reinvent my wardrobe?”

Most important to us is, “What can you do to help me ring in my wardrobe for the New Year?”

As the last few years have shown us, almost anything goes. From everything we have seen and read so far, 2013 will bring us some retro styles with welcomed updates.

Colors & Patterns As we welcome the New Year, winter fashion continues to give us the darker hues – so go ahead and love your black, gray, navy and brown fashions – whether in clothing, accessories, shoes, or jewelry.

As a popular designer recently stated, “Black and white will always be king, but add relief with color and abstract patterns.” Add color to black and white with a brilliant hued or patterned scarf (and scarf charm) or with bright and chunky jewelry. You will see more bold stripes, plaid, geometric and floral prints, and illusion fabrics for shoulders and sleeves. Color and prints will dominate as we transition into spring.

Speaking of prints, hounds tooth will remain very popular for 2013. Hounds tooth can be seen in dresses, jackets and pants – reminiscent of Jackie O and Princess Diana with their ladylike elegance.

Other pattern trends include the movement toward classic shapes and material, but mixed with loud prints and asymmetry. Animal prints will continue to be prevalent in mainstream wear with snakeskin gaining popularity. Additionally, geometric designs are always great to work with, especially in jackets and jewelry.

Styles and Materials So what’s your style? From what we are seeing, edgy, but soft will be fashionable in 2013. Military style tops over soft flowing palazzo pants or skirts are one example. For others, that edge may be found through executive style suits paired with a romantic long sweater. You may think to add a button down shirt with lace or jeweled collar to a plain pencil skirt or jeans. Lace detail will be very popular when used with cut-outs or with leather.

Romance will be on display with Victorian style tunics and sweaters. Floral shirtwaist dresses are back in style, but with an edge by adding details such as thick leather belts, apron type bodices or paired with a hoodie.

What about materials? Soft materials can add an edge to refined classic silhouettes….think Audrey Hepburn meets Heidi Klum! Velvet dresses, skirts and tops have gained a renewed popularity, while stand-up ruffled collars are back for a Victorian edge. Many past trends will show up, such as crochet, mesh, macramé, peplum jackets, shirtwaist dresses, and pearl embellishments. Bring out your old denim jackets in all colors to wear with maxi skirts, strapless dresses and any other outfit. These trends may evoke memories to some.

We are excited to see how we can help you transition into these styles and have many offerings that will bring you into a new year of fashion.

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I LIKE “NEW!” I like “new!” It feels fresh and clean. “New” has no baggage, no memories to beat me around. It’s untainted by yesterday’s failures and life’s regrets. “New” offers me a blank slate to start again. I like “new!”

Given the astonishing opportunities afforded by “new,” why is it that we often use it so feebly? Think about it. What do we female creatures do when we dislike the reflection in the mirror? We go shopping! Surely, getting a “new” outfit will bring confidence to meet life’s demands. A “new” hairstyle will rid us of life’s stifling monotony, right? I’ll lose weight. That’s got to help. It’s exactly what I need . . . a “new” me.

There’s just one big problem with this solution. Have you noticed how quickly the “new” wears off? Within weeks, we’re right back where we started . . . a predictably overwhelmed life that leaves us feeling blah all over again!

It’s time we start using “new” in ways that truly work for us. After all, we stand at the brink of a brand “new” year. While new clothes and looks are fun, we need more than this to create authentic “new” in our lives, a kind that generates lasting change. We need some forward movement with a new view!

I can’t help but think of an old friend, Paul. Here’s a guy who, despite his extraordinary brilliance and stature in the community, made some dreadful choices he lived to regret.

Paul desperately wanted to change his story. He longed to get past his past. Ever been there? There was just one monumental problem. Paul’s harassing memories played like a continuous movie reel in his head. Sleepless nights became his new normal. Paul’s past hounded him without reprieve as frustration festered and shame surged.

When Paul finally hit the wall, he had an encounter with the One who is all about forward movement. In fact, God’s dreams for your future are exponentially greater than you could dream for yourself. They were conceived even before you were!

This life-changing encounter alleviated Paul’s agony, providing a fresh perspective. Paul famously penned, “Forgetting those things which are behind me, I press on!”(Philippians 3:13) For you see, when he realized God wasn’t holding Paul’s past over him as punishment, Paul decided he would stop dwelling on it, too. He dropped the “neverenough” mentality that crippled his ability to live today and hope toward tomorrow.

Paul pressed on to the goal of his life, found in the One who dreams big for us.

You may wonder, “How do I stop dwelling on what I can’t change? How do I alleviate regrets that play persistently in my head? How do I experience joy that ‘new’ can offer with my weighty baggage of yesterday’s pain and guilt?” It’s not as difficult as it seems, I promise.

Hear me tell you that the God who adores you is continuously obsessed with your future. In fact, He doesn’t even relate to you based on who you are now, but on who He knows you can be! Wow! How many people in your life offer that invaluable gift? Most people won’t let you forget what you did wrong at a particular point in time. God won’t let you forget what He knows you can do right! He speaks life into us and continually seeks to remind us of who we can be!

Give yourself a gift this “new” year. Forget those things that are behind you, those things you can’t change. You can't start enjoying the next chapter of your life if you keep re-reading the last one. Choose to press on! Choose forward movement that focuses on what can be. It’s a perfect time for “new” in you! Let’s press on together.

Forward, march!

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Happy New Year! What’s Your Wish?

By Vonda Henderson

ew Year’s Resolutions --- New Year’s Wishes. Actually, I think I prefer the sound of New Year’s Wishes. Resolution sounds like something you might not really enjoy or want to do. If you resolve to do something and then don’t, you just feel guilty; whereas, if you wish to do something, well, maybe you will / maybe you won’t. See the difference? Perhaps we’re getting a little bogged down – let’s just jump right into the wish list . . . . .

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your waistband is clinging somewhere near your thighs.

Be healthier. Such a noble goal, perhaps a bit too vague in terms of expectations. Better take it down a notch. Okay, take it one day at a time and keep a food diary (an honest one – not to be mistaken for earlier versions where some snacks never made the list).

Fun: Do something just for the fun of it. Remind ourselves that everything does not have to have an end result --- some stuff is just for the fun of it. Like getting ice cream in a cone instead of a cup. Going through a Hallmark store and pushing the buttons on the stuffed animals that move or sing. It’s fun --- try it.

Exercise. This is perpetually listed every New Year, much to the delight of local gyms. What a difference in the gym population between January and June. However, as much as I hate to admit it, I do feel better on the days I workout. So, since I am (insert finally) exercising on a routine basis, I will stop whining about it. Or at least try.

Those are two fairly common, standard New Year wishes.

What about other wishes?

Sagging Pants: I wish they would go away. Is that direct enough? I was planning to research where this trend originated, but decided I really don’t care --- I just want (wish) it to stop. I feel comfortable in stating that no one wants to see any part of your underwear, but we are all happy that you’re wearing some since

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Good News: I wish the nightly news (local, national and global) would devote some segment to sharing some good news. We preach positive reinforcement in schools and at work – let’s hear about it along with the weather, politics and the latest Kardashian development.

Relax: Take a time-out for yourself even if you have to schedule it. Do something you haven’t done in a while --- ride a carousel, read a book, take a nap.

Pay it Forward: Make someone’s day special. It’ll do you – and them – some good.

Use the Good China: Don’t save the good china or a gift for later. What are you waiting for? Go ahead and use it. Enjoy the moments.

I wish for each of you a Happy and Blessed New Year!

Here’s to a fabulous New Year! Cheers!!!!

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encountered George Throop walking briskly through downtown Spartanburg one cool evening in early November. His yellow and fuchsia vest caught my eye, and I noticed he was pushing a child jogging stroller full of gear. He would stop intermittently to snap photos of downtown landmarks and then briskly walk on.

Interesting, I thought and proceeded to follow him a few blocks.

As I drew closer, I could just make out the dark letters on the back of his vest that stated “Walking Across America.”

My curiosity sparked, I worked up the nerve and jogged quickly to catch up with him.

“I saw your sign, and I just wanted to ask you about your walk,” I said, and introduced myself. George happily stopped to talk with me, and boy was I happy that I decided to approach him.

I found out that George is walking in honor of his mother who died of cancer when he was only nine years old. She was just thirty-three. “I’m walking to encourage people to take action to make healthy lifestyle changes. I hope my walk across America inspires people to get up, go out, and take a walk,” he explained.

“I noticed your gear in the baby jogger. Do you camp along the way?” I probed.

“Well, I am prepared to camp,” George explained. “But often, when I arrive in communities, I have offers to stay in people’s homes. In fact I haven’t camped since Alabama.”

George has been invited to stay in the homes of friends of friends, professors, and others who have been following his journey via social media. He has also stayed in host homes he has found through the social networking site, CouchSurfing International, Inc (www.couchsurfing.org ) a volunteer-based worldwide network that connects travelers with members of local communities who offer free accommodation and/or advice.

George began his multi-year pilgrimage in 2009 in Washington State, and he has since walked over 4,000 miles. George walks between 7-27 miles a day, depending on the community he is aiming to reach and the speaking engagements he’s been invited to. George will end his

Among the main reasons George advocates walking: • It’s free.

• It’s (nearly) universally acceptable.

• No special equipment, classes, videos or seminars are needed.

• It’s great exercise and it reduces stress!

• It can bring family, neighbors, friends, relatives, pets and more all closer together!

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three year journey at the White House early in 2013. He hopes to grab the attention of First Lady Michelle Obama who has been working diligently on a similar campaign, “Let’s Move,” to fight childhood obesity.

Walking away I felt inspired after talking with George Throop.

What dedication and drive! His tenacity, endurance, and purpose really touched me.

As George notes on his website, “I haven’t had any single bad experience with people. People across the country have been so wonderful to me. As a sage senior lady once told me, ‘The world is like a mirror. You smile at it, and it smiles at you.’”

To read more about George Throop’s “Walk Across America” visit his website at: www.enjoythewalk.com

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anuary is a time of new resolutions; why not make going back to school your resolution for 2013? It will help you advance your career, enrich your life or finish an education that you started years ago. Designed for women and men ages 23 years and older who are interested in completing their college education, The Fleer Center at Salem College provides the ideal atmosphere to fulfill dreams and accomplish goals.

It’s easy to come up with reasons not to take the step to go back to school. Time and money are two of the biggest fears holding people back. However, as many have discovered, The Fleer Center is affordable and flexible, making going back to school completely doable. The Fleer Center is particularly proud of its NOW program, which stands for Nights, Online and Weekends. For many, it’s the only way they can attend school.

“I couldn’t take classes during the day due to my schedule,” said recent graduate Terry Bennett. “The Fleer Center removed that obstacle. Not only is it close to where I live, it offers night classes, which made going back to school so much easier. ”

Another issue for many people returning to continue their education is trying to juggle work, family and school. The faculty and staff at The Fleer Center are fully aware that students have a lot going on in their lives and are always ready to assist.

“Our courses are taught by dedicated and academically challenging faculty who care about our students’ academic success,” said Suzanne Williams, Dean of The Fleer Center for Adult Education. “We understand that they have jobs, families and lives of their own. We also know they have many diverse reasons for coming back to school. We are dedicated to making their transition back to college as easy as possible and offer flexible day and evening courses to fit busy schedules. The Fleer Center offers a supportive, encouraging community where learning is grounded in excellence.”

“I have three kids and a husband. Making sure their lives weren’t disrupted was the biggest obstacle that I faced,” Tina Pickett, an education major at The Fleer Center at Salem College, said. “Salem is an amazing place because they are here to help students succeed. If I ever need assistance, they are completely available and understanding

“It’s easy to come up with reasons not to take the step to go back to school.”

about students having a family and having to work. Coming here was the only way that I could attend college.”

Salem College renamed its continuing studies program the Martha H. Fleer Center for Adult Education in July 2008 in honor of the program’s founder, Martha Fleer.

Fleer came to Salem College in 1973 and founded Salem College’s continuing studies program in the early 1980s. She was a passionate and visionary leader who recognized the need for lifelong learning and worked diligently to expand Salem’s mission to include adult education. She led this program as Dean of Continuing Studies and Evening Programs from its beginning until 1993, and still visits campus on occasion to stay in touch with friends and students.

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he Piedmont Triad has excellent growing conditions for fruits and vegetables, and a large population to consume them, but bringing the two groups together is not always easy. In 2010 a group of local growers met with Forsyth County Extension Director Mark Tucker to discuss marketing. A few of the growers operated farm stands and pick-your-own sites, and some sold at local farmer’s markets. All of the activities kept farmers out of the field and offered uncertain returns. The group was looking for a better alternative.

In April of 2011, the co-op contracted with Lindsey Butner to locate the produce and Susan Williamson to manage the finances. Both comanagers work to promote the co-op and recruit sites and subscribers. When Butner and Williamson started work in April 2011, there were no sites or subscribers, and farmers weren’t sure what or how much they would have to sell. But everyone worked together and on June 1, 2011, the organization made its first deliveries. In 2012, there were 100 new subscribers. It has been a learning experience for everyone, but the co-op is getting ready for its biggest season yet. In 2013 the co-op will offer a 16 week summer season beginning May 8 and ending August 22, followed by an eight week fall season beginning September 4.

After a year of searching, they came across a farmer and consumer co-op operating in Moore County. Using the co-op approach brought in a large network of growers who could offer a variety of quality produce. The consumers are also members who commit to buy from farmers (often before they plant) in a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) approach. Consumers buy subscriptions to purchase weekly or bi-weekly boxes.

The farmers benefit by having a ready market for some of their produce. The consumers benefit by conveniently having fresh, local produce delivered weekly or bi-weekly. Many local groceries and other organizations are promoting local foods, but it is important to define local. Farm to Table produce comes from Forsyth and surrounding counties, predominately Davidson, Stokes and Surry.

Fruit may be purchased from the Sand Hills of North Carolina or the foothills of Cana, VA. Farm to Table consumers are buying from their neighbors and boosting the local economy.

Another aspect of the program is the pick-up sites. Some are located in businesses as a convenience to employees, or as an incentive to bring new customers into the business. Other pick-ups are located in churches where a church or civic organization helps with subscription sales and monitors the weekly pick-up in return for a reimbursement of $2 per box. Thus, a church youth group, a Boy Scout Troop, a mission group and other non-profit entities can promote healthful eating and earn money for their causes.

What’s in a box? The season may start with fresh succulent strawberries, crisp greenhouse cucumbers and tomatoes, hydroponic Bibb lettuce, and wholesome greens. These goodies will soon be joined by peas, spinach, broccoli, cabbage, greens and other cool season crops. Garlic, cauliflower, green beans, peppers, cantaloupe, peaches, blueberries, blackberries, grapes, bok choy, carrots, beets, Irish and sweet potatoes, onions, radishes, watermelon, pumpkins, squash of all kinds, eggplant, and melt in your mouth sweet corn were some of last season’s offerings. Each box has a list of farmers who contributed produce and recipes for some of the more unusual items. Subscriber members say they eat healthier and learn to cook new veggies.

The website is www.triadfarm2table.com and offers more information. E-mail is info@triad.rr.com or contact Susan Williamson at 969-4172.

The local growers organized Triad Farm to Table Cooperative in early 2011 with James Hester as president. Forsyth County Farm Bureau provided start-up money to hire 1099 contractors, buy a computer and purchase produce boxes.

Some consumers compare their boxes to Christmas surprises. “We’re so excited, we never know what will be in our box,” said one happy subscriber. This year, local eggs from free range chickens will be a new addition. Sometimes there is local honey, Forsyth County’s own

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Coverage from Life, to Home, to Auto, to Business Just like most things in life, with insurance, you get what you pay for. At the Brent Johnson Nationwide Insurance Agency, they can provide coverage for practically all your needs at one convenient place.

“As a ‘full service agency,’ we offer all lines of insurance coverage, with our core products being Auto, Home, Life and Business, and our top-rated claims service is second to none. Many times people will switch carriers to save some on premiums, only to find out that the premiums jump up after the first year, sometimes even higher than what they were paying to begin with, and when they have a claim it can end up costing them hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars because of poor claim service or inadequate coverage, so be careful in choosing your insurance carrier and make sure you are getting the best value for your dollar,” Brent commented. Once you know the coverage is what you want and need, knowing that there is knowledgeable and trained staff to take care of your concerns is a plus at the Brent Johnson Agency, with their three locations in Winston-Salem, all staffed with licensed agents and support personnel waiting to serve you.

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‘On Your Side’ from Day One Nationwide’s motto is ‘On Your Side’ and Brent Johnson and his staff strive to go above and beyond when it comes to being on your side with your coverage. “Some valuable members of our sales and service staff include my daughter, Jackie Johnson, and Marie Robertson at our Westgate location, and Monica Vallier, an Associate Agent with her own location on Hanes Mall Boulevard. Each of them can write insurance policies based on a new member’s needs, as well as work with our existing members, making sure they have the coverage they need with our ‘On Your Side’ review service,” stated Brent.

Along with full-service coverage and a professional staff, another aspect that sets Nationwide apart from other carriers is that it is a “mutual” company where policyholders are not only members , but collectively own the company. “Everything that Nationwide does as a company is for the benefit of our members. Unlike the vast majority of insurance companies who have stockholders to pay and answer to, Nationwide only works for our members. Nationwide has been North Carolina’s number one insurer for 21 years in a row and we hope to continue as #1 for many years to come,” Brent commented.

Brent Johnson Nationwide Insurance Agency has offices at 1400 Westgate Drive, Suite 130, in the Parkway Plaza Shopping Center and at 1579 Hanes Mall Blvd., Winston-Salem, NC. For more information call 336-773-1323 or visit www.nationwide.com/brentjohnsonagency.

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Winston-Salem as the charity beneficiary. Belk agreed to be a sponsor by donating clothing and accessories for the fashion show, making a cash donation and promoting the event through in-store advertising. This collaboration is huge for Dress for Success Winston-Salem. Not only will it bring some much needed financial support to our organization, but it will reach a new audience of people, create a bigger platform in the Triad to share our mission, and create community partners with our sponsors and supporters."

By Susan Woodall

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he New Year finds many of us writing resolutions with the intent of improving some aspect of our lives - lose weight, exercise more, better our education, help others. Donating our time, money, goods and/or services are all resolutions that not only better our own lives, but the lives of so many others as well.

In 2009, Glynis Bell founded Dress for Success WinstonSalem, an affiliate of Dress for Success Worldwide, an international organization that began in New York in 1998.

For many women, Dress for Success Winston-Salem has brought them the clothing, confidence and, if necessary, the skills needed to move forward in their search for employment. "The ultimate goal for our organization is to give women the tools they need to succeed in work and in life," said Bell, founder and executive director. "I think the thing that sets us apart from other organizations is our dedicated volunteer base that offers our clients compassion and a personal touch."

In order for Dress for Success Winston-Salem to continue to provide this service to disadvantaged women in the community, it has partnered with a number of organizations.

These organizations help raise funds and awareness.

"Overall we are looking forward to a busy but exciting year for the organization," said Bell. "Our focus for the new year is to increase our client appointments, client services and partner referral agencies. This year we were excited and privileged that the Charity Chicks 'adopted' us as their in-

house charity to support for the year. They coordinated and hosted a wonderful first time excess inventory sale that raised more than $4,000 for the organization, along with other events including a concert and the Donuts for Doctors program.

They logged hundreds of hours worth of volunteer time on our behalf. The Professional Women of Winston-Salem also sponsored a year-long donation collection of a different item each month for us."

The Runway Show 2013 is the next major event to benefit Dress for Success Winston-Salem.

"The fashion show project developed when Freida Bailey, an executive with Polo Ralph Lauren, and The Artist Collaboration Group contacted me to talk about ways they could support the organization," said Bell. "After some dialogue, they proposed doing the Runway Show with Dress for Success

For anyone who wishes to make a donation of clothing to Dress for Success Winston-Salem, there are a few guidelines. "People can contribute to Dress for Success Winston-Salem by donating interview suiting and business separates, accessories, shoes, jewelry and new foundational garments," said Bell. "We have drop locations around the city of WinstonSalem and one in Greensboro for taxdeductible donations. We ask that the items be cleaned, freshly laundered and on hangers so that they will be ready to go directly to the clients. And we can always benefit from monetary donations, also tax deductible."

For a complete list of donation drop locations or for more information on Dress for Success Winston-Salem, please visit the website at www.dressforsuccess.org/winstonsalem. The Runway Show 2013 will be held February 1st at the Empire Room in downtown Greensboro. For more information on this exclusive event or to order tickets, go to the website at www.therunwayshow.org.

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Well-Trained Staff Makes All the Difference

By Kristi Johnson Marion

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our Pilates Place is the premiere studio for Pilates instruction in Winston-Salem. Once Pilates students themselves for several years, the staff of Your Pilates Place fell in love with the fitness discipline and then went on to receive training to become instructors. "We all do it because we love it, and we know it works," said owner Laura Shelton.

Laura began her Pilates journey 12 years ago after foot surgery left her unable to do the high-impact workouts she was accustomed to. Gaining over 30 pounds, losing strength, and suffering from migraines, Laura's massage therapist suggested she try Pilates. After speedy results, Laura continued Pilates and later brought her daughter, Ashlyn, to work out with her as well. After six years of regular Pilates practice, Laura decided to become a Pilates instructor herself.

Advanced Staff Training Now with over 15,000 hours of Pilates instruction, Laura is comprehensively trained and certified through Power

Pilates of New York to teach all forms of Pilates, including advanced Stott Pilates, Polestar Pilates, mat Pilates, and TRX and Pilates equipment usage.

She is also a certified massage therapist, with advanced training in Kinesis structural integration, and has Level 2 Egoscue posture alignment certification. Laura understands that continued education keeps instructors abreast of the latest research, as well as offering fresh workout training.

This is why she insists that her staff be well-trained, knowledgeable about anatomy, take continuing education in Stott Pilates and Power Pilates certification, attend annual national fitness conferences, and complete nine months of training to become certified.

Her daughter, Ashlyn, has been taking Pilates instruction since she was nine years old, and is now on staff at Your Pilates Place. She is certified on the Corealign Pilates equipment, which promotes gait alignment, pelvic balance, and strength training, and she is completing her Balanced Body Comprehensive Pilates certification.

The newest Your Pilates Place team member, Marilyn Payne, had been a nurse and was a Pilates student for over six years before becoming an instructor herself.

Believing so strongly that certification and movement education is vital to help clients during their body transformation, Laura opens the doors of her studio to others as an authorized Balanced Body training facility, offering advanced Pilates training, as well as Anatomy Trains courses. On January 26-27, 2013, Your Pilates Place will host Body Reading 101-Movement & Gait, a must-have course for massage therapists, movement therapists, fitness professionals and physical therapists alike.

Movement Heals "We believe that movement heals," said Laura. "We have clients that range in age from 9 to 87; some who are pregnant, some who have dementia, some recovering from injuries or surgery, and some have had January 2013 / 37

strokes." The discipline of Pilates was originally created by Joseph Pilates as a rehab therapy for bedridden soldiers. Pilates engages both the mind and the body at once, increasing balance, strength and flexibility and sharpening the mind, and therefore, the quality of life, to enable clients to live their everyday lives to the fullest.

It is not just a workout for the young and spry. Many of the clients at Your Pilates Place are elderly couples and people recovering from injury and chronic pain. The workouts are low impact, focusing on core stability and the quality of form and technique. With usually only a few in each class, instructors are aware of each client's needs and sensitivities, and customize each workout to strengthen these weaknesses and reduce pain. "We work with the 12 year old dancer, the post-surgical joint replacement client, the marathon athlete, the couch potato, and those 85 years young," said Laura.

One client, age 65, retold the story of her ski trip. As she was coming down the slope, one ski turned outward and she began to break into a split, but thanks to her Pilates practice, she was able to put all of her weight on one leg, pick the other one up and set it aright, all while speedily careening down the mountain.

Another client, Fran Shelton, age 75, insists that she takes Pilates so that she may be strong enough to continue to travel the world on her own. Her next trip is a bird watching safari in India. "Why stop dreaming because you're 60, 70, 80?" said Laura. "Pilates empowers you to lead an active healthy life, even in the golden years." One should not let injury or feebleness stop them from trying Pilates – it is exactly why they should practice Pilates.

More than 65 classes are offered weekly to suit every schedule. From private instruction to classes of up to four clients, such intimate lessons assure that the well-trained instructors are supervising clients' form, not only to provide a more effective workout, but also to prevent injury.

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Your Pilates Place is located at the Vineyard Plaza Center, 4808 Country Club Road, Winston-Salem, NC. Phone: (336) 659-0030. www.yourPilatesplace.com

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Bright Ideas…

Creating a Beautiful Home for the New Year

ReDESIGNS by Ava “Cheers to a new year and another chance to get it right.” ~ Oprah Winfrey A new year makes me slow down, look at where I’ve been and what I have accomplished in the past year; and then think and pray about the coming year. I love looking back to see, that yes, I did complete some projects…and yes, there are a few things I still need to keep on the list.

My husband and I spent last weekend taking down and putting away the Christmas decorations in our home. Not sure which I like more – decorating for the holidays or getting the decorations down and put away again. The house looks so bare once the decorations are down.

Let’s face it, most any décor pales when you compare it to the lights, colors, greenery, and ornaments of the holiday season. Holiday decorations are just accents with a little glitz. After your holiday decorations are put away, you can accent your décor with pattern, color, form, texture and sheen to help you feel like the magic of the holiday season didn’t disappear along with the tinsel and the tree.

To help you create a beautiful home in the New Year:

Add Accents • Without spending a lot of money, add pillows to bring pattern, color and texture to your décor. Use fun colors and bright patterns for a quick update.

• It’s January and it’s cold outside. Brightly colored throws will not only add color and texture, but provide warmth on a chilly evening, too.

• A runner or rug can add color and style and make a space feel cozy.

Deck the Walls • You get more ‘bang for your buck’ with paint than any other thing you can do to update your home. Adding a new paint color to your walls will be a breath of fresh air for your home décor.

• Wallpaper is coming back…yikes! Keep in mind that wallpaper is ‘taste specific’ and if you have plans to sell your house in the near future, don’t even think of adding wallpaper – update with paint instead. Wallpaper can be used to tastefully accent a feature wall or the back of a shelving unit, or used in an entire room.

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I love Christmas lights and I especially loved the light show in Tanglewood Park this year. A big part of Christmas decorating is adding the lights and when the lights come down in January; it’s drab, isn’t it? The ‘rule of thumb’ for lighting a room is to have at least 3 lamps placed to form a triangle in the room, in addition to overhead or task lighting. Consider adding a few more accent lamps to illuminate any remaining dark or dreary areas in your home.

Bring in Natural Elements Nature has a way of bringing ‘life’ into our homes. When decorating your home for Christmas, you used the Christmas tree, cut greenery, pinecones, poinsettias and Christmas cacti as some of nature’s decorations in your home. Replace those with fresh flowers or green plants, or opt for beautiful silk arrangements.

God’s best for you and your family in the New Year.

May these suggestions lift you and your rooms out of the post holiday doldrums and help you create a beautiful home in 2013.

Decorating Tip Reuse, recycle, re-purpose in the New Year. Try to use what you have when it comes to decorating your home. Rethink the use of the pieces of furniture you own. A desk can be used as a sofa table; resize the legs of a table to make it a coffee table; a dresser can be a buffet or foyer chest; an armoire can be a desk.

Paint chairs or case goods for a fresh new look.

Reupholster a sofa or chair, or have a slipcover made.

Update your lamps with new shades.

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Prayers to Rest Upon

By Carolyn S. Peterson

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hen it comes to prayer, it has been said that ‘It is better to have a heart without words than words without a heart.’ It’s the words spoken in prayer from the heart of a step-mom, Cindy Johnson, seeking the Lord in her relationship with her step-children, that led her to what she believes is her calling in life. “The role of being a step-mom is one not to be taken lightly, nor entered into without much prayer. Each step along the way was one of prayer and knowing that God had a plan. It was in those quiet moments when I would jot down specific scripture on cards as I prayed for my family, specifically my stepdaughter, Lauren, that I then took those cards and tucked them under her mattress.

When Lauren found the cards, she taped them to her bedroom mirror, sharing with me what they meant to her. It was those notecards that became the beginnings of my business, ‘It’s All Yours,’ pillowcases with scripture,” said Cindy.

In His Time For years, Cindy Johnson had waited on God to reveal His plan for her life. Many of us do that, and like Cindy, we soon realize that our lives unfold in His time, not in ours. “I have been a hair stylist for 30 years and love my clients. Sharing the important times in their lives is a wonderful thing, but I always felt there was ‘something’ I was supposed to do. I sing in my choir, so I thought maybe that was what I had been waiting on. Then when I married Larry, I wondered if building a relationship with his children, Hope, Lauren and Dillon, growing into my role as step-mom, was my purpose,” Cindy recalled. Like most of us, each one of those things in Cindy’s life was preparing her for her business, ‘It’s All Yours.’ “After Lauren found the cards I had tucked under her mattress, my son, Maddox began having fear issues. I would make scripture cards and read them to him before he went to bed. One night it hit me to take a pillowcase and a Sharpie pen and write those verses on his pillowcase. With each new verse, I would add it to the pillowcase,” commented Cindy.

Meeting the Needs Since 2011 when Cindy began her business, she has designed and produced 4 pillowcases: Courage, Comfort, Healing and Hope. “I see my company and pillowcases as a way to share with others what God can do in your life. The scriptures touch on every part of one’s life and the many struggles we go through.

This world is full of hurting people who have needs and God’s word can give comfort. I tend to think big and I have many ideas for pillowcases, including a line for children, which will focus on the things they go through as they grow,” stated Cindy.

Comfort is just one of the many feelings Cindy’s pillowcases have given to those hurting. “A woman’s father was entering Hospice care and she wanted the Comfort pillowcase for him to have at Hospice. When he passed, that pillowcase had not only given her father comfort, but it gave her comfort knowing that he rested on that scripture. For me, ‘It’s All Yours’ is about reaching hurting people and comforting them with the hope that is found in God’s word,” Cindy commented.

‘It’s All Yours’ pillowcases are available in standard size only at Hip Chics Boutique and Tanglewood Pharmacy in Clemmons, NC; Salem Collections Manufacturing Co., Sinclair Art & Frame and Moco Creations in Winston-Salem, NC. Cost is $26.99-$29.99. Visit Cindy’s website www.itsallyoursinc.com for upcoming designs and to order online. Go on Facebook and ‘like’ ‘It’s All Yours’ to view styles.

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Have Scarves, Will Travel!

By Carolyn S. Peterson here are three words that come to mind when introducing a product to consumers… marketing, marketing, and marketing! When Logan Prysiazniuk started her home business of making scarves from old sweaters, buttons and jewelry in 2008, she had a great place to market and sell her beautiful creations – her mother Kristina Prysiazniuk’s shop, Hip Chics, in Clemmons, NC. But there’s also a big world of potential customers, so how do you reach other customers? For Logan, it is a dedicated grandma, Faye Kapp, who along with her best friend, Jeannette Kelly, packs up a camper and hits the road, taking the scarves to craft shows from North Carolina to Georgia.

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Thelma and Louise Up to Their Necks in Scarves Faye Kapp and Jeanette Kelly have been friends for 35 years, so going on adventures and spending time together wasn’t something they’d never done before, but their new journeys would bring them the nickname of “Thelma and Louise” from family and friends.

“Just to see how things would go, we did a couple of shows in 2011 and they were very successful, so at the end of last year, I scheduled seven shows for 2012,” recalled Faye. As the New Year approached, Faye and Jeanette looked forward to their trips on Logan’s behalf, but things don’t always go as planned.

“This past January, I received the news that I had cancer and I was worried that

going through chemotherapy and radiation would affect the production of the scarves. I had very little energy and was in and out of bed a lot, but with the help of the Logi B team, we reached our goal,” Faye said. As most women who are grandmas know, there’s not much that keeps them down or from helping their grandchildren and Faye was no different.

A Good Change of Pace After eight challenging months of treatments, the thought of hitting the road with her best friend Jeanette was a good change of pace. “On the road, we had a great time and met so many nice people. Monday through Wednesday we would stay at state parks and then drive to the next show on Thursday to set up.

Jeanette and I would meet up with vendors and cook out, building a camp fire. One vendor, Mr. Ken, went fishing, caught some bass and cooked them for a delicious dinner. Several of the shows are organized by the group Made in the South and the people with that group became part of our family,” commented Faye. The scarf selling partners traveled from Mt. Airy, NC’s Autumn Leaf Festival to Made in the South shows in Concord, NC, Columbus, Macon and Augusta and Savannah, GA, ending in Raleigh, NC, at the Christmas Carousel.

Logi B. Designs’ scarves have obviously found their niche with sales for those six weeks on the road, reaching 3,000 scarves. “People are very interested in

Logan’s story and how she began making the scarves after studying recycling in school and deciding to take old sweaters and fashion embellishments and turn them into beautiful one of a kind scarves. In four years, Logan has become a young businesswoman and our customers love the story of Logi B. Designs,” stated Faye.

After six weeks together on the road in an 18 foot long camper, a friendship could be tested, but Faye and Jeanette are still hanging on to their “Thelma and Louise” nicknames. “We are so proud of ourselves that we handled everything with no major problems. If either of us was having a bad day, we’d take some time to ourselves. It was the first time I had pulled the RV and I always made sure I didn’t have to back it into a small area. It was a great learning experience.

I have already booked shows for next year and will add Charleston, SC, and Jacksonville, FL, to our stops, adding up to eight weeks on the road!” Faye said.

Just like the Hollywood version of Thelma and Louise, Faye and Jeannette are women willing to take a wild ride!

With humor, adventure, and determination on their side, these two will take the South by storm in 2013!

Logi B has found a real treasure with these two precious gems.

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Your Buena Vista Consignment Shop

"Where Smart Women Shop" reads the sign outside of Treasures Consignments. For many, there is a thrill in the hunt for a good deal.

And it just makes good sense to buy beautiful fashion at a fraction of the price. Treasures: Your Buena Vista Consignment Shop should be a frequent destination of such smart shoppers and bargain hunters.

Treasures began from an appreciation of fine, unique, and one-of-akind items.

The owner, Suzanne Cecile, has always enjoyed rare antiques and the type of clothing, home furnishings, and décor not available in department stores. In her years of travel she searched out antique shops, true boutiques, and small specialty shops that offer rare, uncommon items. This love for unique things and the desire to offer them locally blossomed into Treasures: Your Buena Vista Consignment Shop.

Treasures is an upscale “all ladies” consignment shop that continuously receives exceptional merchandise from consignors, often still with the original tags. Smart shoppers will find great deals on furniture, home décor, clothing, and accessories, like their Bob Timberlake buffet, a selection of Old Salem prints, and designer shoes – and their well-rounded name brand selection is too extensive to list.

"We constantly hear 'This doesn’t look like a consignment shop. It’s too nice,'" said shop owner, Suzanne. The extensive clothing selection is organized by color, then size, for added convenience, as often shoppers stop by looking for an item of a specific color to go with something they already own.

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The qualified staff at Treasures includes Nancy, Sue, Marcie and Alice. They each bring their own special gifts to the Treasures team, offering their individual interests and talents to assist shoppers, and contributing to the overall shopping enjoyment of customers.

A favorite consignment shop in the area, Treasures was recently voted the #2 favorite consignment shop in the Winston-Salem Journal Readers Choice Awards. "We believe our recognition is because of outstanding customer service and a willingness to go that extra mile to assist and help customers with their every need," said Suzanne. She and her staff take pride in getting to know their customers, customizing suggestions to their taste as a personal shopper would.

The staff often helps shoppers select clothing for special events, job interviews and weddings. Customers can place specific requests on the Treasures “Wish List” and ask the staff to keep an eye out for certain items. “When we find the piece that fulfills their need, we call them, and often they purchase the item over the phone and arrange for pick up at their convenience.”

In January, Treasures will again be offering their "Saturday Specials," which are especially convenient for ladies who work during the week and do not have the time to shop Monday through Friday.

Gift certificates and a layaway program make shopping convenient for every taste and budget. "We often hear, ‘My sister loves to shop here and this gift certificate is for her birthday,' or, ‘My mom loves consignment shops and she gets so excited about shopping at Treasures every time she comes to Winston-Salem. Treasures is her first shopping destination,’” said Suzanne.

Treasures is a “true consignment,” paying the client as items are sold.

All clothing considered must be dry cleaned or washed and ironed and brought in on hangers so that items are as pristine as possible.

Items should be current styles (no more than two years old), in sizes 0 –16. Home décor must be in ready-to-sell condition. For dinnerware, a minimum of a 4-piece place setting is required.

Consignments are accepted Monday – Friday, 10:30 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. If that schedule is not convenient, consignors may call for an appointment for after 3:00 p.m. or on Saturday. Clothing consignment is seasonal - winter clothing will be accepted until the first of February, when they begin their spring transition.

Treasures: Your Buena Vista Consignment Shop is located at 50 Miller St., Winston-Salem, across from Whole Foods Market on Miller Street next door to Mayberry Restaurant. Hours are Monday– Friday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays. For questions, please call (336)722-2434.

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Helping Your Business Find Its Social Media Feet

hile making resolutions to improve your body, mind and soul for 2013, are you including your business marketing as well?? Here are a few tips from our friends at Nu expression to get your social media in shape for 2013!

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Did you know mass marketing is now only getting a 2% response rate? And it’s continuing to decline!

The name of the game now is personal relationship, which is what the consumer expects from the businesses they frequent. With the accelerated growth of social media over the past several years, the interaction between business and consumer has changed drastically.

Consumers no longer want to be sold. They want to engage with you on a regular basis, whether it’s about what is happening in your business or with your employees, what is happening in your town, or what ways you can help them. Yes, you need to help them! That’s what makes a relationship personal – the give and take of the arrangement.

It can no longer be one sided.

Over the past few years, businesses have embraced the need for social media marketing, but are struggling with ways to effectively build their audience. It’s tough to create a community around your brand while learning the ever-changing nuances of Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, LinkedIn and Instagram.

To assist you in your growth, we have created the Top Five List of simple ideas to grow your audience.

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1. Make your page visually engaging. Be sure your profile badge (icon that people see as your business), cover photo and any other graphics posted to your page are clear and crisp.

2. Ask your friends, family and strangers to Like or Follow you. Ask through invite functions on Facebook, email, across platforms and while walking down the street. Your website, blog and any social media platforms you use should contain icon links to like your many pages.

3. Provide relevant, quality content to your audience. Share industry specific information that your fans will find helpful. Try to make their lives easier, more enriching, or happier and they will remember you when they make their purchasing decisions.

4. Use calls to action in a creative way that will inspire your fans to interact. Your posts are not automatically seen by all of your fans. Facebook uses an algorithm called EdgeRank to determine which fans will see your posts. EdgeRank takes into consideration your post content, likes, and comments (among other things) to determine if your post should be seen by many. Get your fans to take action to help you grow!

5. Don’t use Facebook just to blast out messages to your fans. They will tune you out quickly when so many brands are vying for their attention.

There’s a lot on your plate to do in order to perfect the new rules of engagement for marketing in 2013. If you need guidance in navigating unchartered waters or just don’t have the time and need someone to do it for you, give us a call and we will find a way to help!

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To Your Health!

By Sara Migliarese and David McConnall

Taking Diabetes Seriously

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o Your Health sometimes takes a humorous, lighthearted approach to sharing information on improving health and fitness, striving for a little laughter and a lot of learning. This month’s article deviates from that format just a smidge and covers the more serious health topic of diabetes. You may have read an article in last month’s Forsyth Woman magazine concerning the Forsyth Diabetes Center grant for diabetes education and prevention. Maybe you skimmed that article because you are not diagnosed with diabetes or you do not know anyone who is diagnosed. But have you seriously assessed your risk for this health epidemic? It only takes a few minutes to find some answers to this important health question.

Taking a closer-to- home look at diabetes reveals that 8.7 % of the population in our county is diagnosed with diabetes; that’s about 30,880 residents of Forsyth County. If you apply the statewide statistic of 7.1 % undiagnosed diabetics to Forsyth County, you find another 34,075 residents who have this disease, but are not receiving medical care because they are unaware that they have it. An additional 25,201 residents are considered pre-diabetic (blood glucose levels are higher than normal but not high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes). Add these categories together and the picture becomes clearer of the 90,165 family, friends, and neighbors that have diabetes, or are at risk for diabetes, in Forsyth County alone. Demographic characteristics for adults with diagnosed diabetes in North Carolina show the highest prevalence rate in women, African Americans, adults with less than a high school education, adults over 65 years of age, adults with a household income less than $15,000, and adults with disabilities. Time for a serious look at your own risk!

A good place to start would be a visit to the website for the Department of Public Health of Forsyth County at www.co.forsyth.nc.us/Publichealth/diabestes. Near the center of the homepage is a brief, 7-question online survey that measures your risk for diabetes, with immediate results provided at the end of the questionnaire. Questions pertain to your gender, whether you have a history of birthing a child that weighs over 9 pounds, your family incidence of diabetes, your weight, and your age. This survey takes less than one minute and is a good use of 60 seconds!

Other risk factors for diabetes that are not included on this survey include ethnicity (there is a higher risk for African Americans, American Indians, Asian Americans, Pacific Islanders, or Hispanic Americans/Latin heritage), prior history of gestational diabetes, blood pressure of 140/90 or higher, abnormal cholesterol with the HDL or “good” cholesterol 35 or lower, triglyceride levels of 250 or higher, and being physically inactive.

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After completing this survey, you can self-assess the presence of Type 1 Diabetes symptoms by asking yourself if you experience any of the following health issues: • Frequent urination • Unusual thirst • Extreme hunger • Unusual weight loss • Extreme fatigue and irritability Type 2 Diabetes is characterized by the following list of symptoms: • Any of the Type 1 symptoms • Frequent infections • Blurred vision • Cuts/bruises that are slow to heal • Tingling/numbness in the hands/feet • Recurring skin, gum, or bladder infections In Type 1 diabetes, the body does not produce enough insulin, while in Type 2 diabetes the body does not produce enough insulin or the cells in the body are resistant to insulin. Often, adults with Type 2 diabetes and/or those women with gestational diabetes do not experience symptoms, which is why it is important for you to assess your risk and be aware of your potential diabetic health risk before symptoms are present. A visit to your primary health care provider would be your next step if you believe that you

have any diabetic symptoms, especially if you have a high risk for diabetes.

They may use a battery of tests to determine if your blood glucose levels are normal (the A1C test, fasting plasma glucose test, or the oral glucose tolerance test). An abnormal test result may land you in a pre-diabetic or diabetic diagnostic category. Following the prescribed medical regimen of care is crucial with either diagnosis.

But what if your glucose tests are within normal limits and you scored at a high risk level on the online survey?

This is a call to action! You can prevent progression toward this debilitating condition by altering a few lifestyle habits aimed at exercise, diet, and excellent body weight control.

The list of resources included at the conclusion of this article provides detailed information on proper diet, exercise dosage, and advice on weight control. If diagnosed with diabetes, you can expect to live 5 to 10 years less than non-diabetic adults and have a 66% chance of dying prematurely from stroke or heart disease. Diabetes is a serious disease with serious consequences. So, be smart and take the online risk survey, check yourself for potential diabetic symptoms, and commit to a healthier diet and more exercise. Seriously!

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The restaurant sits on the corner of, well, five points, where Miller Street, Stratford Road and Country Club Road meet. Several other restaurants have been at this location and, while the other places had some good qualities, I feel like Five Points has a certain je ne sais quoi that will make it very successful.

When you enter the restaurant, you are greeted by intimate lighting with black and white photography adorning the walls to create a wonderful feel. A great way to describe it is that it can easily be the perfect formal setting for a romantic evening or a business dinner, yet it can be a great relaxing, casual location for drinks and a bite. The staff was equally impressive during our visit.

Our dinner was a little different than most dining experiences. Kevin Anderson, the general manager, and Eric Moreland, the executive chef, put together a wonderful experience for our table. My husband’s brother and wife joined us for a terrific parade of plates.

The display began with shrimp and grits, wild mushroom ravioli, pan-seared scallops, coastal fritters, spicy black bean cakes, fried calamari, and southwestern egg rolls. All I can say is WOW! Everything was delicious. The coastal fritters were fantastic. They are made with jumbo lump crab and Carolina shrimp stuffed in fillo with a Cajun lobster cream sauce and red peppercorn salsa. My sister-inlaw and I really loved the black bean cakes; they had great flavor and were topped with some avocado-tomato relish with chipotle cream.

Round two (this meal was a three-round knock-out) brought us a Caesar salad, the Five Points Prime Bacon-

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Bacon Burger, a maple balsamic pork chop, honey-chipotle BBQ ribs, and roasted chicken. Once again, it was excellent. The ribs were succulent and tender, brushed with a delicious honey-chipotle BBQ sauce. The chicken was crisp on the outside while juicy and flavorful throughout the middle. The pork chop was AMAZING; served bonein, thick, and juicy with a sticky maple glaze. The burger was definitely worth mentioning as well, with thick slices of Applewood-smoked bacon, aged cheddar, and a bacon aioli. It was truly a bacon lover’s dream.

The third and final round was dessert, and it was definitely the knock-out punch. The Five Points cheesecake was soft and smooth with a great flavor. Many cheesecakes can be dense and dry; this one was not at all. The white chocolate bread pudding was delicious, made from croissants. The Belgian chocolate torte was last, moist and extremely good: a must-try!

The staff at Five Points is already making an impact in the Winston-Salem community since their Grand Opening in August, including work with Toys for Tots and the March of Dimes. They have several different dining areas to accommodate groups of various sizes, as well as special events like Forsyth Woman Magazine’s Girls’ Night Out. A complete calendar of events can be found on their website, FivePointsWinston.com. Five Points also has drink specials every day of the week, including martini and wine flight nights that feature three drinks from their respective selections. The arrival of new restaurants in the community can be exciting, and sometimes you find ones that just seem to fit with their location. I think Five Points will fit that description if things continue to go as well as the management and chef have things going now. When you stop in to check out Five Points in the New Year, don’t forget to mention that the same old Rosey sent you! Have a very Happy New Year!

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The New Year and Some New Resolutions

In 2013, I resolve to accomplish the following goals:

s the New Year approaches, our government hurriedly searches for a roadmap that directs our country around the “fiscal cliff.” They may not be the only ones who need a better GPS. Some single adults may be searching for a route to a happy, stable, and loving relationship, free from Mr. Wrong, Mr. Right Now, and Mr. Mistake from 2012. A dating roadmap for 2013 would be a great stocking stuffer this holiday, but Santa probably can’t provide the most current dating advice. One possible solution may be a tradition that is familiar to almost everyone – that of making a list of New Year’s resolutions. Why not add a little spice to your typical (or nonexistent) list of resolutions and create your own roadmap for dating in 2013?

Committing to paper a list of relationship resolutions can be the first step in transforming the dream of finding that special someone into a workable roadmap for more successful dating next year.

A good place to start is deciding if Mr. Right for 2013 looks like the same model in your 2012 search. The topic of an earlier column explored the desirable characteristics of your Mr. Right, including his values, hobbies, political affiliations, and communication style (just to name a few). After tweaking your outline of your Mr. Right “destination,” the next step in your roadmap could be a self-assessment of your readiness to arrive at Mr. Right in 2013. When you look in the mirror, a few questions may come to mind, such as, “Am I starting to look like my mother?”; “Did I really gain 10 pounds over the holidays?”; “Am I dressing for comfort or like the vixen that I want to be?”; “Do I need a tune-up for this dating roadtrip that addresses fitness, hair style, emerging crows’ feet, or makeup?”; and, “Am I nurturing my stimulating, interesting inner-self or am I fading into a boring, intellectually stale wallflower?” Honest answers to reflective questions like these can assist you in outlining your resolution list.

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1. Lose 1-2 pounds/week by exercising 3-5 times/week for a total of 15 pounds in 90 days (a physical health goal).

2. Find a spiritual outlet by April 1 by regular attendance (75%) of a Bible study or church service, learning meditation, or joining a service organization that gives back to the community (a spiritual goal).

3. Take at least two courses by the end of the year at a local learning center that challenge my intellect and get me out of the house. Will explore Salem College, Forsyth Tech, and the Sawtooth Center for options (an intellectual goal).

4. Talk to a professional by March 1 about my past dating “emotional baggage” and implement at least two of their suggestions for change (emotional goal).

5. Consult with a_______ (fill in the blank with dermatologist, hair stylist, plastic surgeon, ophthalmologist, etc.) to improve ________ (fill in health area) by June 1 (health and appearance goal). your self-assessment, try addressing a few general categories of life satisfaction, including: physical health and appearance, intellectual growth, emotional stability, spiritual well-being, and financial health.

These categories are just a place to start.

Your tune-up may have many other engine parts under the hood that require maintenance. With this list of honest answers in one hand, and maybe a glass of wine in the other, you are ready to record the “what – how – when” of a 2013 resolutions list. The “what” portion of each resolution should be an objective goal that you desire to reach in 2013; the “how” portion should include a method for achieving this goal; and the “when” portion of your resolution should be a realistic target date (either short term or long term) in 2013. Here are some examples:

6. Read a book every month in 2013 (intellectual goal).

7. Add five more interesting, sexy items to my wardrobe when my weight goal is met on April 1 (this could cover all of the bases)!

The fun part of following this road-map and meeting your goals is adjusting your journey along the way. Goals will hopefully need revision and amplification as you meet new people in a class, make new friends at church, and become more accessible to dates.

Achieving your entire list of resolutions may move you closer to Mr. Right and qualify you as a “Mega Woman,” equipped with the confidence to date at will and throw away those granny panties, replacing them with something made of more lace and less fabric.

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“What about Bobby Knight??” Christopher asked.

I was addressing a group of golfers, talking about why it’s essential to stay in a positive state of mind. Christopher was the first to challenge the question. He wanted to know, if staying positive was so essential to “staying in peak performance” what about Bobby Knight? Despite the basketball coach’s zealous behavior, he did pretty well for himself.

“Christopher,” I said, “golf is not like other sports. In football and basketball, oftentimes, the most aggressive player wins. It all happens so fast. In golf, there is time in between shots to think and visualize. What you CHOOSE to put in your brain directly affects the body’s ability to perform.”

Here’s how it works. Every time you have a physical reaction, like you smack your putter on your shoe, chemicals are let out into your body and brain. They are based on the “fight or flight” reflex. The same holds true if you say something out loud or think something like, “You, idiot! Don’t hit it in the water!”

These chemicals directly affect fine motor skills, especially your hands. That means you can no longer control your short game, your distance or your club face at impact. In a sense, when enough chemicals build up due to YOUR reaction, you have rendered yourself a boat without an oar.

These chemicals also affect your body’s ability to make a logical decision. With enough of them in the body, you might end up with the golf equivalent of “throwing a chair,” a la Bobby Knight. In golf, it may not be that extreme but it might come in the form of you trying to hit a par 5 in two or going for a pin when you know you should lay up.

Finally, too many chemicals make you hypersensitive. That means every man mowing his lawn ticks you off. You may suddenly notice the out of bound marker you never knew existed. To make matters worse, it takes HOURS for these chemicals to leave your system.

I challenged my students to see how many holes they could play without having a physical, verbal or negative thought. The best kid lasted four holes. The good news is that they were suddenly aware of the toxins they had been voluntarily putting into their system “Toxins?” you say. “Anne Marie, aren’t you being a bit dramatic calling this toxic?” Well, you tell me. If I said, “Hey, I have a bottle full of liquid. If you drink it, it will ruin your ability to putt, chip, control the club face, AND make intelligent decisions. And if you drink enough of it, you will be distracted by every little annoying thing around you. Do you want some?” I think you would agree, it sounds toxic now.

So what about Bobby Knight? Or others who have been known to be emotional? I maintain, they played as well as they could, given their impairment. I would have loved to see how they would have played or coached if they had been free of toxins. It certainly would have left a different impression on the Christophers of the world.

You see, the smart kids not only ask the best questions… they pay attention, too.

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Rudolph ‘Rudy’ Sullivan:

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By Carolyn S. Peterson here are those times in life when a small, quiet voice from God gives us guidance; whether we choose to listen or not, is our decision. For Rudolph ‘Rudy’ Sullivan, God’s voice came in the middle of the night, awakening him about a lump on his left side. “Early one morning, I heard a voice calling me, telling me to check my chest. I felt and there was a knot. I told my wife, Lois, about it and I soon made an appointment with my doctor,” recalled Rudy. But it would be nine months before Rudy and Lois would hear the words “you have breast cancer.” Yes, Rudy was diagnosed with breast cancer. Although breast cancer in men is rare, it does occur in about one percent of all breast cancer cases in the United States. But because it is so rare, it often goes either undiagnosed or misdiagnosed. Such was Rudy’s case…

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Today, Rudy looks forward to the future with Lois, serving the Lord who whispered a warning one morning that saved his life. “I am back playing the organ and leading the choir. I am here for a reason,” Rudy stated.

And on that foundation, Rudy continues to share his story with others…

Rudy was well acquainted with breast cancer, as he had several members of his family, including his mother, sisters and an aunt who had been diagnosed with it. But to Rudy and most men, they consider their ‘breast’ area their ‘chest,’ so having breast cancer wasn’t possible. “My doctor told me that the knot I had was a cyst and that he would check it again in a few months, but that there was nothing to worry about. The cyst began to grow, making me uncomfortable, eventually causing numbness in my left arm,” said Rudy. Lois had decided to go with Rudy to the next appointment and ‘express her opinion.’ “I wasn’t satisfied with what the doctor had said in earlier visits, so I asked about getting Rudy a mammogram at The Breast Clinic, just like I get,” Lois commented.

The mammogram was followed with a biopsy and then the phone call that changed life forever: Rudy had stage four breast cancer.

Rudy and Lois were initially in shock, feeling numb with the news. “I was told to contact a surgeon as soon as possible. It was found that the cancer had spread to my lymph nodes and bones, so I had chemotherapy for 6 months,” stated Rudy. Even with the diagnosis, Rudy and Lois’ faith never wavered.

“Neither one of us ever thought of the possibility of death. We would go to Rudy’s chemo treatments and be laughing; sharing the reason we have hope.

Rudy is active in our church, New Jerusalem Baptist, as the minister of music and the organist, so the treatments slowed him down, but we knew he would be alright,” Lois recalled.

As Rudy approaches his fifth year of being cancer free in 2013, he knows without a doubt that he was saved for a reason. “I have spoken at several groups about my story and have become active with the local Susan G. Komen affiliate. It’s very important for me to let men know that they could come down with breast cancer, even though they may be macho like me. I served in Special Forces during the Vietnam War, in the 82nd Airborne Division, and then was in the reserves for 25 years, but breast cancer doesn’t care about that,” said Rudy.

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40th Anniversary Celebration Event n Tuesday, December 4th, in a packed Sam Snead Room in the Bridger Field House at BB&T Field, Salemtowne Retirement Community celebrated its 40th Anniversary in a style and with a grace fitting the ruby anniversary occasion.

President Joe Lydon, the Board of Trustees, and the 40th Anniversary Planning Committee hosted 260 residents, associates, family members, sponsors, and friends.

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The room was filled with holiday cheer, led with music by a quartet from the Winston-Salem Symphony, and wonderfully decorated with anniversary momentos, some of which were crafted by Salemtowne residents.

The gathering was entertained to a video capturing in dramatic presentation the beginning history of the Moravian Home, which was part of the 125th Anniversary Celebration of the Emma Bahnson Service League honored on the Salemtowne campus earlier in November.

Numerous recognitions were made during the event. Salemtowne acknowledged the strong support of its 16 corporate sponsors for the event, including the lead sponsors, Southern Pharmacy Services and Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice. Additionally, letters were read from our two United States Senators acknowledging the milestone.

Tom Akins, President & CEO of LeadingAge North Carolina, the state association of not-for-profit providers dedicated to providing quality care, housing, health, community and related services to the elderly, provided a poignant tribute to the various leadership groups at Salemtowne and how we impact local, regional, and national issues. Winston-Salem mayor Allen Joines sent a proclamation renaming sections of Bethabara Park Boulevard, during the month of December, Salemtowne Parkway, and naming December 4, 2012 as Salemtowne Day.

Deep emotions and moving memories were stirred with recognition of the inaugural Board of Directors of Salemtowne. A bronze plaque was unveiled to commemorate the occasion. Current Board Chair David Cotterill led the audience through a fond recollection of this inaugural Board’s establishment and its early leadership. The moment culminated with inspiring reflections from the two living inaugural Board members, Ms. Sallie L. Greenfield and Mr. James A. Hancock, Jr. Both recalled the Moravian Church Synod meeting that established the Board and the key individuals who made it happen.

President & CEO Joe Lydon not only captured the spirit and uniqueness of Salemtowne’s first 40 years, but painted a hope-filled portrait of the next chapters in Salemtowne’s history by covenanting our intentional presence in, and continued partnership with, the Winston-Salem community and in the lives of older persons. Citing Salemtowne’s historic underpinnings in the Moravian values of respect for others; the spirituality of hospitality; love of the arts and nature; and the power of lifelong learning, Mr. Lydon located these values under the biblical concepts of Justice and Fidelity to relationships.

Salemtowne will continue to be a leader in the community and for older adults, he shared, with a sustained vision that focuses on Wellness of the whole person; expanded Care Coordination services; and creative Care for Dementia, ultimately leading to its cure.

Salemtowne strives to be a community "Where Every Life Shines."

This motto has distinguished our first 40 years, and it will make an indelible impression on our next 40 years. On December 4th, it was on full display!

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By Carolyn S. Peterson people and animals. "I'm a huge animal lover and I’ve always been intrigued with how massage therapy techniques, presented in a different way, can benefit our dogs, cats, horses...etc..." The beauty of these special animals in our life is the unconditional love they offer their owners/ caregivers...they love, expecting nothing in return.

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Juliette, licensed massage therapist of Healing Hands, as well as Healing Hooves & Canine Therapy, knows very well the impact massage therapy can have in promoting a healthy lifestyle, for

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Juliette’s love of animals, coupled with her desire to help these special animalcompanions in our lives, pushed her to pursue the required training to become a certified animal massage therapist.

"Mary Schreiber, of Round Hill, Virginia, created a technique for animal massage, called Equissage, over 22 years ago. Initially, Schreiber began providing her services to race horses, but within a short period of time, she was unable to keep up with the demand, and developed a curriculum for Equissage.

Training others was the best method she could think of to “clone” herself. She now trains and certifies individuals from around the world.

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by Schreiber and is already reaping the rewards of her education. “There’s nothing more rewarding than being able to locate trigger points or sore areas of animals, and provide much-needed relief.” An evaluation on animals begins by working one’s way down the animal, from head to tail. This assists in locating problem areas of tenderness.

These areas of concern are treated through various techniques for circulation of oxygen and nutrition, which allows the brain to release endorphins (a natural feel good chemical). Sessions end with a gentle massage on the animal.

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develops between me and my four legged clients. Animals are similar to people; trust isn’t an automatic ‘given.’

Learning to relax is an outgrowth of trust. It’s an amazing experience to have an animal, especially a horse, completely relax, “Juliette commented.

While all animals can benefit from massage, there are definite conditions which are aided by massage. “Massage is great therapy for animals that have been mistreated or abused. This demonstrates for the animal that humans can have a positive touch. It’s also beneficial for animals suffering with hip dysplasia, arthritis, or anxiety. A more serious issue in which massage therapy can assist is digestive issues stemming from constipation and bound up intestines. Horse owners know how time sensitive these particular issues can be. With respect to these particular issues, which are also shared with dogs, the techniques of animal massage therapy can literally save a life,” said Juliette.

Animals are like infants – unable to verbally communicate discomfort and pain. Being attuned to the sensory information they provide can lead us to awareness. Animals are extremely sensitive to touch. This is demonstrated through the twitching of a horse, when a fly lands on its body. Imagine the effects of massage therapy on our four legged creatures that bring such joy to our lives. With our animal-companions regularly offering unconditional love to their owners, isn’t it time we reciprocate that same love for them?

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Helping Companies Do What They Do Best “We help businesses by allowing them to do what they do best and that is running their business, while leaving the technology needs to us. Businesses shouldn’t have to worry if their computers are going to work or if the server is being backed up, etc. We take care of those things so they can focus on running and growing their businesses,” Chuck commented.

BrookStone Technology Services serves clients who have 5 to 200 computers, assisting them in growing their businesses.

“We have been with some of our clients from the start of their business, watching and helping them grow to multiple locations. It is great when we can be a part of a company’s growing success,” stated Chuck.

The First Rule of Computers: They Will Break!

Since opening in 2006, Chuck Goad has gained much knowledge about computers and what makes them ‘tick,’ but if there is one thing he knows all too well it’s that computers will eventually break. “No matter how new or old a computer is, there is always the possibility that they can fail.

It could be a virus, a hardware failure, a power surge, etc. It’s not a matter of if a computer will fail, but when. We are constantly telling our clients how important backups are, but most people think it won’t happen to them until it’s too late.

Sometimes the data can be recovered, sometimes it can’t. It’s best to make sure you never have to be in that position, so always backup your data,” Chuck said.

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O N E WOMAN’S

VO I C E A Story About Tweaks

By Wendee Goodman

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t's hard to believe how fast the years are rolling by. It seems like yesterday when I got married, but the truth is, it was 1979; it seems like yesterday when my first daughter was born, but the truth is, my first daughter just gave birth to her own daughter a few days ago.

In the hope of enjoying life more and living it more fully, I am going to “tweak” my life a little in 2013.

Some people might call this a list of New Year’s resolutions, but I see resolutions very differently than my tweak list. Resolutions are something you feel you have to do; my tweaks are something I get to do! My tweaks involve five areas: Mind, Body, Emotions, Relationships, and Spirit. I'm going to post these in my house to remind me because the truth is, I forget and get distracted easily.

Mind Limit TV time and read at least one book each month. The truth is, I've found that the TV makes me anxious, especially the news and TV shows that contain even minimal violence.

Body The truth is, I'm not going to go to a gym or run a marathon, but that doesn't mean that there aren't simple ways I can improve my physical wellbeing. My plan is to walk 500 miles next year – that is 2 miles each day, 5 days a week. (I like the way “500 miles” sounds.) I've lived long enough to know that the truth is, I am not going to eat perfectly next year, but I am going to try to increase fruits, vegetables and fish.

Emotions The truth is, there is too much noise in my life. Silence and thankfulness are going to become a greater priority for me, because I know that both bring healing and calm to my life. The truth is, I know when anger or selfishness is simmering and I know what works for me, so it's time for me to "pull up my big girl panties" and deal with it!

Relationships As a woman, the truth is, we (I) sometimes try to be all things for all people and we (I) end up making a big mess of relationships. For me I let lower priority relationships suck the life out of me and then I have very little left over for my highest priority relationships. The ugly truth is that sometimes I show more patience, kindness and gentleness to other people and then have very little left over for my highest priority relationship – my husband. I want to give my highest priority relationships more than the left-overs.

Spirit The truth is, I have neglected the spiritual side of my life in the past several years and I am beginning a new story in 2013. The spiritual side of my life includes church involvement for me, but this year it looks very different. This past year I began attending a church (newstorychurch.org) that looks very different from any church I have every attended. I believe it will help me grow in a whole new way this year. In addition, the arts touch me in spiritual ways that are difficult to describe, yet quite worthy of becoming a greater priority in my life. When was the last time you painted something, made something or sang really loud? Finally, and probably most importantly, I plan to spend more time outside. Nature has a way of tweaking us and bringing balance and perspective into our lives. While this seems like a very small tweak, I realize it makes a big difference for me in all five tweaks.

HOW will I do this? Tweaks involve modification and fine-tuning, therefore I will begin by eliminating some activities (and maybe some people), and they will be replaced with art, beauty, silence, thankfulness and more. The truth is, it will not be easy and the truth is, I will stumble and screw up (often) but the truth is, 2013 will be different.

Are there a few tweaks you can make in your life this year?

Think quality - not quantity, think silence - not noise, think space not things, and above all give yourself a break!

MY TWEAK LIST Mind - Read at least one book/month.

Body - 500 miles in 2013 More fruits and vegetables.

Emotions - Silence.

Thankfulness.

Relationships - Evaluate priorities.

Spirit - The arts.

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Spend more time outdoors.

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One winter weekend we were “snowed in” at our family’s Smith Mountain Lake house and took our big tubes from the summer boating season and headed out to the driving range nearby. We had a blast just zipping down the smooth, packed snow and bailing out before we hit the lake’s edge at the bottom of the hill. We would trudge back up the hill, dragging our tubes behind us. It was quite a spectacle. We have also been known to use our kayaks in the same manner, but that was the next generation of Fenns who figured that new sport out.

In fact, snow tubing may be a little older than a quarter of a century. Wikipedia says perhaps as long ago as the 1820s people in the Alpines were engaging in snow tubing adventures. At any rate, they, too, must have realized what a great family adventure this can be.

The sport is a cross between the best of sledding and skiing.

I say it’s the best of both of them because you don’t have to strap on cumbersome equipment like skiing (although you really should wear a helmet) and there are motorized lifts to pull you back up the hill, unlike sledding. Many ski resorts offer snow tubing in a designated place with lanes designed

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to protect the tubers from crashing into each other. Priced in two hour sessions, the cost is usually around $25, which is less expensive than skiing.

North Carolina is a great destination for snow tubing since our weather allows for snow making machines but very little natural snow. Many of our big ski resorts offer snow tubing in addition to skiing and boarding, but I enjoy the smaller resorts for tubing. Ski Hawksnest, in Seven Devils, near Boone, offers a great tubing park, as well as excellent cabin (2 night minimum) rentals in that area. Their website is: Hawksnest-resort.com. Another one fairly close to the Triad is Jonas Ridge in Linville. Their website is: Jonasridgesnowtube.com. If you are a Hendersonville/Maggie Valley fan, there are Moonshine Mountain (Moonshinemountain.com) and Cataloochee (Cataloochee.com) which offer Snow Tubing.

Do take warning, however, that this is not the safest sport in the world (but what fun sports are?) and kids should be well supervised by adults. I really would recommend ski/bike helmets. Snow tubing is a slightly out of control (there is no real steering or braking mechanism on a snow tube), fun activity that allows your inner kid to reemerge!

Go out and enjoy a family outing in the beautiful mountains of North Carolina!

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Every January we devote our first issue of the year to the topics of fitness and health, and this year is no different. To start off your 2013, please enjoy some great articles by local fitness experts in our community who are eager to help you succeed and meet your fitness goals!

Body Integration at Your Pilates Place ......37 Fleet Feet ................................................72 Salem Gymnastics ..................................74 Inner Strength Pilates..............................75 Women's Wellness & Fitness..................76 The Kraze ................................................77 April Hartsook..........................................78 This year, Forsyth Woman is also taking proactive steps to make sure you stay on track with your 2013 fitness resolutions! On April 14th, our magazine, with sponsorship from Inner Strength Pilates, will host a Fitness Hop! Be sure to stay tuned for details! If, as the year progresses, you find yourself getting off track from your goals, or your goals just aren't working out the way you had hoped, our team of fitness experts will open their doors to you. They'll be available to answer questions and help you stay on the right path!

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Salem Gymnastics: Building Healthy, Confident Kids

By Kristi Johnson Marion umble, kick, flip and roll. These basic skills of childhood are losing ground to sedentary ExerSaucers®, kids' television programs and handheld video games. "The changes prohibiting child movement in the last few generations are a detriment to children's fitness," said Salem Gymnastics owner Beth Morphis.

"Children have grown accustomed to being visually entertained without movement and that sets a pattern for life."

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The Importance of Moving Early Classes for children begin at 12 months.

"It is very important to get kids moving early," explained Beth. "Preschoolers are little sponges and can learn so much.

They pick up on non-verbal cues to learn what the world is like and how they fit into it. Unfortunately, many kids see themselves as being awkward, clumsy, or non-movers before they even start kindergarten, and that can become a self-fulfilling prophecy. Young children do not judge social status by success or intelligence, for example. Rather, they judge social ranking using physical markers, such as 'Who can get all the way across the monkey bars?' Or, 'Who can swing by themselves?' So it is important for children, socially, to gain these skills at an early age for their own self-confidence."

Variety of Classes Toddler and preschool gymnastics classes teach fundamental movement skills that are building blocks to enhance ability in other sports and activities, such as balance, flexibility, coordination, racquet skills, kicking, being upside down without fear and over- and underarm throwing. Toddler classes for ages 12 months to three years old are parent/child classes. Preschool course selections include Parent/Tot, Tumbleweeds, Dance-nastics, Sports Motions, and Little Dragons (karate).

A wide variety of programs are offered in the 27,000 square foot facility at Salem Gymnastics, including not only gymnastics, but also dance, karate, sports motion, and the Fit Kids program, as well as a Real-Life SelfDefense class for adults. With various programs for different ages going on at one time, many families enjoy the convenience of "one-stop-shopping'" of activities for the whole family at once.

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Parental Benefits Parent and child classes offer an opportunity to connect with other parents with children of the same age group. Often, parents will picnic afterwards on the outdoor playground with other families.

Salem Gymnastics' monthly Parents’ Night Out events are a big hit for the whole family. Kids get four hours of supervised fun and a pizza dinner, while their parents get some rare but much needed alone time. The upcoming Parents’ Night Out is Saturday, February 16, 2012 -- perfect for mom and dad to enjoy a romantic dinner for Valentine's Day. Building Character & Confidence Salem Gymnastics emphasizes not just how good a child’s cartwheel or split is, but focuses on the whole growth of the child, building character and confidence through individual athletic achievement, camaraderie and focused learning.

Although the gymnasts of Salem Gym have won numerous awards, "We count our success by the smiles on their faces and the twinkle in their eyes, which is why our tag line is 'Where confidence soars!'" said Beth. "When a child learns to move well, they want to move and are not afraid to try other activities and sports, and that leads to a healthier outlook for life."

About the Owners Salem Gymnastics is locally owned and operated by husband and wife team Kenny and Beth Morphis and Beth's father, Frank Minter. They have been building healthier bodies and confident kids for over 32 years. Beth is an award-winning gymnasts herself. Several of their current instructors grew up as students at Salem Gymnastics, and they even have a few second generation instructors as well.

Salem Gymnastics is located at 4870 Country Club Road, Winston-Salem, NC. Course descriptions, more information and easy registration are all available online at www.salemgym.com or call (336) 765-4668.

By Denise Heidel s a non-fitness guru, my initial thought was that Pilates was for contortionists or those with dreams of joining Cirque de Soleil. The exercises have weird names and the exercise equipment resembles medieval torture devices. For someone who doesn’t like exercise and doesn’t like to sweat (or glisten, as we gals in the South prefer to call it), Pilates was something I approached with a degree of skepticism. But I visited Inner Strength Pilates and actually…I loved it. Amy Dixon and her team are fantastic, and extremely patient with someone who approaches exercise with the same amount of enthusiasm as she would when facing a spider.

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And those are just the exercises! Allow me to introduce you to the machines!

• The Cadillac: In my world, you drive a Cadillac…and when you learn that the inspiration behind this machine’s design was a hospital bed, you really wish you could go back in time and ask Joseph Pilates: “What were you thinking?”

The Cadillac, however, is actually a pretty cool machine, but if you visit the Inner Strength Pilates website, ignore the photo of the woman hanging upside down…that’s not something they’d ask you to do during your first class. But maybe your second...

• The Reformer: This is actually my favorite piece of equipment in the Pilates studio, though the name kind of intimidates me. (The Reformer? From what am I being reformed?) But, it’s more like feeling as if you’re on a piece of playground equipment. You get to lie there, and yes, you’re exercising, but you get to slide back and forth and it’s kind of like being on a ride.

And I learned a lot. So, today I’m going to present the layman’s version of Pilates. First, let’s talk about the exercises. I have to give the father of Pilates (Joseph Pilates) credit for some really creative names for exercises:

• The CoreAlign: I imagine if you’re a fan of skiing, you’d probably love the sensation of working on two pads that skate on tracks, though I wouldn’t know… the last time I skied, I ended up being knocked into a snow blower, walking down the mountain carrying one ski, and made it back to the ski lodge just as the search party was heading out.

• The Hundred: It’s more technical than this, but you suck in your stomach and bounce your arms up and down. Actually, that’s what it looks like, but wow!

It’s like serious sit ups without sitting up. New moms: try this with your kids who are trying to learn their numbers. It’s called multi-tasking!

• The Chair: Sounds innocuous but, HA! Don’t let the name fool ya’. In the world of Pilates, the Chair is more than a simple chair. I like my chairs to be full of goose down and exceptionally fluffy, but this – you’ll never see a chair as multifunctional as this one.

• The Roll Over: I actually did this when I was a kid.

I’d lie on my back and kick my legs up in the air over my head. I was doing it mostly to let my toe nail polish dry without getting smudged, but it turns out – I was doing Pilates! Who knew?

• Rolling Like a Ball: Another one I used to do as a kid… I’d pull my knees to my chest, and roll up and down on my spine. It actually feels pretty good – sort of turns you into your own personal masseuse!

• Corkscrew: This sounds like an entirely different idea, but basically, you lie on your back, with your legs in the air, and you twirl them. (If you manage to get wine that way, let us know your secret.)

• The Mermaid: With this one, you can embrace you inner Ariel and just feel pretty. There’s no other way to say it… Close your eyes, and imagine the sea air whipping your hair as you bask on the rocks…

• The LadderBarrel: This one I get. There’s a barrel and there’s a ladder. Being short and not quite as bendy as I used to be, I have a bit of a love-hate relationship with the LadderBarrel. Yes, it gives me a great stretch, and once I can crawl my way onto it – I’m happy. Let’s just say getting down is easier for me than getting up.

So – if you’ve ever been curious about Pilates, there’s a brief overview in a nutshell.

And, here’s something new! Starting in January, Inner Strength Pilates will offer i-Dance. This class is designed to offer strength and toning through a full body Pilates warm up. It will provide conditioning for the rigors of movement, utilizing fun and active contemporary dance choreography to get the heart pumping and make your day's workout something to look forward to. It will challenge the body to find new muscles and to let loose! (Ability to dance and rhythm are optional.)

If getting in shape is a New Year’s resolution, Inner Strength Pilates is a great place to start. The exercises are designed for people with all abilities, and because the exercises won’t leave you gasping for breath or clutching the stitch in your side, you’ll leave feeling stretched, relaxed, and stronger. And the great news is that Walgreens is within walking distance for the Tylenol you’ll definitely need the next day!

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By Helen Naples, Owner/Operator, Women’s Wellness & Fitness

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he story is told of a baby elephant that was tied to a pole. There she learned her limitations. She was not strong enough to break the rope and run free. When the elephant grew up, she remained imprisoned within the radius of the rope to the pole. She did not realize that she now had the strength to break free. The rope did not keep her trapped. Her belief in the rope did.

Here are the top five “fitness ropes” from my life (lies that kept me stuck for many years).

Lie #1: I cannot live in moderation.

The Problem: From the time I was 10 years old, I was either on or off of a diet plan. For over 20 years, I either ate everything I could see or hardly anything at all. My weight fluctuated wildly (along with my self-esteem), and the roller coaster took its toll (physically, emotionally, and spiritually).

The Truth: A healthy weight for me is whatever the scale says when I’m taking care of myself.

When I feed my body, move my body, and rest my body, it rewards me with energy and stability. This has been my experience for the past 17+ years.

Lie #2: I am controlled by food.

The Problem: For more than half of my life, I felt like food had power over me. Actually, I was controlled by my emotions, and I used food (or dieting) as a coping mechanism. Therefore, food seemed “addictive.” Although sugar and caffeine are addictive, the deeper problem for me was the need to resolve conflict without (literally) stuffing my feelings.

The Truth: I have the power to choose.

Circumstances and relationships offer challenges. I can choose how to respond. I can pray. I can read. I can talk things out with a trusted friend. I don’t have to starve myself. I don’t have to eat a whole pizza.

Lie #3: If I can just stick to this 6-week program, it will fix my life.

The Problem: At the end of the 6-weeks, there were two possible outcomes: Either (a) I didn’t reach my goal (in which case I felt like a failure – not just at dieting/exercising, but as a human being!) or (b) I did reach my goal and was ready to “taper” off the program (in which case the results “tapered” away).

The Truth: Short-term behavior changes produce short-lived results. It has taken me decades to realize that I must enjoy what I eat, and enjoy what I do for exercise.

Lasting results require lasting behavior change. I had to find foods and activities that I could live with over time.

Lie #4: I can achieve my fitness goals through either diet or exercise alone.

The Problem: When I don’t eat well, I have trouble achieving results.

When I don’t exercise, I have trouble maintaining results.

The Truth: I can become healthier either by improving my eating habits or by increasing my exercise levels. However, I will accomplish more (and accomplish it faster) if I do both. I also have a better chance of keeping the results.

Lie #5: When I reach that magical number I will be satisfied.

The Problem: When I reach that magical number, I’m still me. If I place my worth and value as a human being in a number on a scale, I am on volatile emotional ground. I know because I lived there for a very long time.

The Truth: I am not defined by my dress size. My value as a human being comes from the One who created me – with inherent (and inestimable!) worth as His child.

It is this very fact that has freed me over the past few years from the lies listed above. Ironically, it’s learning how much God loves me just the way I am that has motivated me to become the best I can be. I take better care of myself these days because I see myself differently: not as a body to be “fixed,” but as a whole person, already valuable, already loved.

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hoever said, “In seeking happiness for others, you find it for yourself,” must know Kevin and Derina Pyles. They are the very happy owners of Kraze Fitness of Winston-Salem.

As a licensed Physical Therapist since 1998, Kevin had worked with many patients who had lost their ability to function in meaningful ways due to injury or the post-surgical healing process. This experience created a desire to help people of all ages become healthier before they ran into problems. Kevin and his wife Derina, a certified Zumba and Zumba Toning Instructor, dreamed of opening a large, inviting facility where others could gain strength, energy, enthusiasm and agility – all while losing weight, stress, and for some, even the need to take certain prescription medications.

A black belt in Mixed Martial Arts in addition to being a Physical Therapist, Kevin planned to make this a top quality facility for martial arts teaching and training. The Pyles’ powerful dream to help others, along with their faith and a lot of hard work, paid off in 1998 with the opening of American Martial Arts Academy and Kraze Fitness was added in 2001.

The Pyles family not only works, but also works out, at Kraze. “Our children, Carmen, Kage and Kaleah, are all involved in martial arts training with Kevin and enjoy a bit of dancing as well,” said Derina. “I love teaching Zumba and Kickboxing classes. I tell some of my more stressed-out ladies to bring in a photo of whomever they would like to, and kick away the tension! Kevin tells them it’s training like the pros without the blows! We truly enjoy what we do, and we can see the difference it makes in the lives of our members.”

As Kevin adds with a smile, “We are very blessed to have such a great team and such wonderful members. We see folks cheer one another on, some losing over 150 pounds to change their lives dramatically.”

And Kraze isn’t just for adults. Kraze Youth Martial Arts Classes have a remarkable impact on the self-esteem, agility and focus of children aged four and up. Kraze is a valued leader in antibullying teaching, showing kids how to deflect bullying in a variety of ways.

Kevin notes that, “Bullies target others with little or no self-confidence, so kids who engage in an extracurricular activity that interests them and gives them greater self-esteem often counteract bullying.

Learning martial arts actually teaches you how to avoid these difficult situations.

And many of our kids go on to help guide others who are bullied.”

A black belt in Gacie Jui Jitsu and a 3rd degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do, Kevin has a deep understanding of just how the discipline and focus learned in martial arts training benefits the player of any sport. “Because size isn’t an important factor for success, and every student participates, there is no sitting on the bench,” says Kevin. “Learning to stick with a program, to trust your teacher, to respect yourself and other students, to humbly accept a win or loss… all these things are proven to build character.”

And strong character is one of the descriptions you hear most when folks talk about the Kraze team. “We’re here to pick you up if you fall,” says Kevin, “and lift you up when you succeed! That’s why we’re now offering special pricing AND NO CONTRACT for the readers of Forsyth Woman. Just $29 a month gives you 24/7 access to the latest fitness equipment and 15,000 square feet of room to train, dance, sweat, laugh and learn. We even provide a FREE PERSONAL TRAINING SESSION! More than great pricing, our goal is to show you how to become healthier, and in turn, happier. Our staff is highly trained and honestly cares about your success. This offer is just one way to make it even easier to take the first step.”

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How To Make the Right New Year’s Resolution

By Kelly Melang

n January 1st every gym in the Triad area experiences “New Yearitis,” a term used in the fitness area for those that make a New Year’s resolution of getting into shape and immediately join a gym. Joining a gym is a great idea, but when making a New Year’s resolution, here are some tips to making the right resolution.

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1. Will your resolution make you happier? Don’t jump out of bed January 1 and yell to the world, “I am going to get fit,” if you are not excited about it. Think of a different way to say your resolution, “I am getting fit for my family.” “I want to live longer.” “I want to get up in the morning and feel good.” You’ll be more likely to stick with it.

2. Make a goal in your resolution - If you are choosing a life of fitness, set a goal. “Getting into shape,” could turn into “Running a 5K.” Recently our Winter Warriors group trained and completed the Mistletoe Half Marathon. Their goals went from get into shape, to the feeling of victory when crossing that finish line at the end of a race. Don’t make it about a number on a scale, make it about wanting your clothes to fit, or better yet, to go down a size.

3. Make your goal accountable - everyone says to include a partner and you are more likely to stick to your schedule.

Add a friend to your resolution and you’re BOTH accountable. Nothing like someone looking over your shoulder to make you stick to your goals. Join April Hartsook’s running group starting in January to plan for the Shamrock 5K.

5. Tell everyone.

Shout your resolution in every avenue you can find. Tell all your friends about it and recruit them to hold you accountable. Shout it out on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn, or make a video for YouTube.

6. Incorporate it into your daily life - If you are making fitness a goal, then move forward and make it a lifestyle. You will be surprised at how quickly it becomes second nature and what was once something you dreaded, is now something you celebrate.

7. Forgive yourself - If you slip up, forgive yourself and move on. Don’t wallow in it, don’t use it as an excuse to turn around - move forward without looking back.

April Hartsook, Personal Trainer, is accepting members for her Winter Warrior groups. The best part of fitness with April is she takes that fear of working out outside and throws it, and you, out the front door. “We work out outside because it’s the best place no germs, no waiting for weights, just you and your Winter Warrior support group getting fit. By using body weight and targeted exercises, we not only jump-start the metabolism but we build muscle. And when my clients notice the loss of inches rather than a loss of weight, they see real results. We teach them a lifestyle beyond the New Year’s resolution - we give them the tools of eating and working out that help them not just make a resolution, but make it a lifestyle.”

4. Start small - Don’t plan on jumping off the couch and going out and running your first 5K. By starting small, you build step by step to making that resolution a reality. A 5K can start with a walk down to the mailbox and back, then to the end of the street and back - just keep moving. Each time you conquer a new distance, you feel victory, and with that is the motivation to continue.

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Get Rid of the Holiday Weight at Diet Center

By Meghan E.W. Corbett

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he beginning of a new year often encourages people to make resolutions and promises to do all the things they have been putting off doing, so that they could make time for errands like Christmas shopping or cooking fattening holiday dinners. Most of the resolutions involve getting healthier, whether through increased exercise routines, dieting or cutting out specific foods. Crash diets and intense exercise programs may work for a few months, but in order to get long term results, it is best to trust those with years of experience and long-lasting weight loss.

For the past 29 years, Merrillyn Helton and Lynne Spach of the Diet Center have helped countless people achieve their weight loss goals and maintain their new healthy lifestyles. “If you could lose weight by yourself, you would have already done it,” said Merrillyn Helton, owner of Diet Center. “We can offer support.

Our clients like the one-on-one support they receive from us with each visit. The accountability keeps them on track to be successful at reaching their goal weights. We help them develop lifelong healthier eating habits.”

support and encouragement. They adjusted my plan to fit my 3rd shift job. I like the fact that I was able to eat regular foods and did not have to purchase pre-packaged foods. They also offer a variety of supplements that can be used to enhance weight loss.”

As a nurse at Forsyth Hospital, extra time to focus on her health habits was not something Dubose had readily available. Luckily, the Diet Center had a plan that worked for her, and worked big!

“If someone had told me one and a half years ago that I would be 132 pounds lighter, I wouldn’t have believed it,” said Dubose.

“Like many women, after having children, I gained weight over the years and eventually weighed more than 300 pounds. Being a registered nurse, and with my family history, I knew the consequences of obesity. With the Diet Center program and exercise, the weight will come off. For anyone who is serious about weight loss, the Diet Center is the way to go! Today, I am much healthier, and I am making better choices in my food selections, whether it is prepared at home or purchased at a restaurant. Since losing the weight, I have been able to decrease my blood pressure medication, I have stopped using my C-PAP machine (for sleep apnea), and I have decreased nine dress sizes.

It is wonderful to go ‘shopping’ in my daughter’s closet.”

While some weight loss experts focus on strenuous exercise, Diet Center focuses on nutrition to keep each and every client’s health at the forefront of the process. “We emphasize a balanced approach that meets the body’s nutritional requirements and helps Do not wait any longer! Let the Diet Center show you how wonderful the weight loss experience can be, clients feel better overall,” said Helton. at a price you can handle. “Weight loss is The proof is in the results. “Last year, very affordable,” said Helton. “You only after my last child graduated from get one body – your finely tuned machine college, I decided to do something for – and it is important to take care of it.” myself,” said Karen Dubose. “I joined the Diet Center in Winston- The Diet Center is located at Salem in August of 2011. I chose 511 Shepherd Street in Winstonthe Diet Center because I knew Salem in the Executive Park area.

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• Hosting a Beach Music Bash – planned for June 2013 at the Mount Airy office (date, time and more details to be announced).

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ver the next 12 months, Mountain Valley Hospice & Palliative Care will be celebrating their 30th anniversary in service to the community. "It seems like just yesterday when a group of volunteers started a hospice program in Mount Airy," said Denise Watson, Executive Director of Mountain Valley Hospice. "Their dreams helped us grow into who we are today.”

Mountain Valley Hospice is a non-profit organization serving the terminally ill. It began serving the community as Hospice of Surry County, Inc. in December of 1983. In 2005, Hospice of Surry County, Inc. and Northern Hospice of Surry County merged to form Mountain Valley Hospice & Palliative Care, which now serves 16 counties in North Carolina and Southern Virginia.

But as the region has continued to grow, so has the need for hospice services, thus the necessity for some major expansions.

"In 2009, we opened the Joan and Howard Woltz Hospice Home, as well as an office in Stuart, Virginia. Then, in 2011 we opened an office in Pilot Mountain," said Sheila Jones, Director of Marketing for Mountain Valley Hospice. The Woltz Hospice Home, located in Dobson, North Carolina, is a state-of-the-art hospice facility, featuring 20 patient suites with private outdoor patios. There is also a spa room, an

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• Producing a special Memorial Christmas Ornament celebrating 30 years – available in November 2013.

• Holding Open House celebrations at each Mountain Valley Hospice location throughout the year. Dates and times to be announced.

Today, Mountain Valley Hospice serves patients and their families through seven regional offices. To commemorate their anniversary and long standing service, Mountain Valley Hospice will be celebrating with a number of activities and events throughout 2013.

Those include:

"It has been a rewarding 30 years, and we couldn't have helped so many families without the support of staff, volunteers, and business partners," said Ms. Watson. Hospice cares for people with terminal illnesses and offers support to them and their family members. "We do that through a variety of services, from respite care to chaplaincy counseling," said Ms. Jones.

"We hope that our year-long anniversary celebration will help to raise awareness for who we are, and for what we offer."

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When asked how she felt after singing for Forsyth Woman's GNO event, Mark, said, "She loved it! She's a very unassuming kid and has very little ego, so sometimes she doesn't realize the God-given gift she has. All the praise makes her feel good, especially the support from friends who came out."

Currently a student at Meadowlark Middle School, Maddy also enjoys playing soccer on the WinstonSalem Twins Classic Silver team and is active in her Girl Scout troop and church youth group. Right now, she is debating whether she wants to be a professional singer when she grows up, or a veterinarian. Keep an eye out for this one, folks – if she chooses to, she certainly has the talent to go far! facebook.com/MaddyGraceSings @MaddyGraceSings

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Kick Start 2013 with a Healthy Winter Lunch!

By Elisa D. Wallace and Emily Eileen Carter

The holidays – the delicious, yet decadent holidays…

With the festive parties and gatherings, it is easy to forget how the countless savory delicacies we all enjoy eventually can lead to weight-gain come the New Year. However, with those days behind us, it is now time to move forward and launch into eating healthier! With that said, Forsyth Woman decided to dedicate this article to providing a healthy, yet satisfying, winter lunch menu. Read on to learn the easy and filling recipes aimed at starting 2013 off right!

Black Bean Hummus 1 clove garlic, minced 2 Tablespoons tahini (roasted sesame seed paste) 2 Tablespoons fresh lime juice 1 Tablespoon olive oil ½ teaspoon ground cumin

Lemon Berry Parfaits

1 (15 oz.) can black beans, rinsed and drain ½ cup fresh cilantro, divided

1 cup plain low-fat yogurt

Directions

2 containers (3.5-ounce) fat-free vanilla pudding 2 tablespoons bottled lemon curd (such as Dickinson’s)

1) Place cilantro, garlic, tahini, lime juice, olive oil, cumin, and black beans in a food processor.

2 Tablespoons olive oil

2 tablespoons honey

2) Process until smooth.

4 garlic cloves, crushed

Zest of 1 lemon

1 onion, chopped

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

3) Spoon into a bowl and sprinkle with remaining cilantro.

2 teaspoons ground cumin

3 cups mixed berries (such as blueberries, strawberries, and raspberries)

Spinach & Chickpea Soup

5 cups vegetable/chicken stock 1 large potato, peeled and finely chopped 1 (15 oz.) can chickpeas, drained 2 Tablespoons tahini 7 oz. Baby spinach cayenne pepper salt & pepper Directions

Fresh mint leaves (optional) Directions 1) Whisk together yogurt, pudding and lemon curd in small bowl; set aside.

2) In a medium bowl, stir honey, lemon zest, and lemon juice until all combined.

1) Heat oil in large sauce and over medium heat to cook garlic and onion for 5 minutes.

3) Add mixed berries to medium bowl and gently stir with a rubber spatula to coat them with the honey mixture.

2) Stir in cumin and cook 1 additional minute.

4) Assemble the parfaits in four 8-ounce glasses.

3) Pour in stock and add chopped potato.

5) Using measuring spoons, scoop 3 tablespoons of the yogurt mixture into each glass and top with ¼ cup of the berries, then another 3 tablespoons yogurt, and another ¼ cup berries.

4) Bring to a boil and simmer 10 minutes.

5) Add chickpeas and simmer 5 minutes.

6) Add tahini and spinach.

Bring to a boil and simmer 2 minutes.

7) Season with salt and pepper.

8) Sprinkle with cayenne when serving.

6) Garnish each yogurt parfait with fresh mint, if desired.

4) Serve with pita chips or your favorite cracker.

Turkey & Brie Sandwich 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons honey 4 kaiser rolls 8 ounces brie, sliced into 4 equal parts 12 slices deli turkey (about ¾ lb) ½ green apple, cored and thinly sliced Directions 1) Combine mustard and honey and mix until smooth.

2) Cut the rolls open horizontally and spread the bottom side with ¼ of the mustard mixture.

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lthough the traditional “brown bag” lunch is decidedly more stylish these days, with monogrammed thermal lunch totes and chic bags that double as purses, the mission is the same: a quick bite to energize you for the rest of the work day and still not topple your calorie count. Working women who pack their own lunches also tend to eat less sugar and fewer processed foods – an overall good move for the health (and weight!) conscious.

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As a bonus, bringing a healthy and tasty lunch from home is typically more budget-friendly. By stretching meals you make at home – think doubling your dinner recipe and enjoying the leftovers for lunch – you also stretch your food budget. Whipping up a hearty pot of homemade soup or protein-packed chili with beans that does double-duty for lunch the next day can also be perfect “comfort food” in the midst of a chaotic day of meetings.

Local lunch spots are on board with the healthy habits and requests of their clientele, offering diet-friendly, dine-in options and popular boxed lunches to go, as well. “Breads have been passed over for more healthy options like wraps and lettuce wraps,” says Kyle Agha of New Town Bistro. “Many guests demand healthier sides like fresh fruit, three-bean salad, yogurt and baked chips.”

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At Which Wich, Doug Frail says that turkey, chicken and the black bean patty are in high demand for boxed lunch sandwiches and with over 30 menu options that are under 400 calories and six grams of fat or less, their selections make grabbing something to go an easy choice.

• A tortilla can wrap (or roll) almost anything: turkey, tuna, hummus, sliced veggies or even peanut butter and apples.

For those of you resolving to pack a nutritious workday lunch at home, we’ve got tips to make it easy and even fun:

• Add a side of blueberries, cherries or pomegranate for color and vitamins.

• Stock up on reusable containers with wellfitting lids in a variety of sizes.

• Buy a few containers with compartments that can hold dressing or condiments on salad days (or keep bottles of your favorite dressing in the refrigerator at work).

• Pre-made sushi from your local supermarket is fast, easy and feels like a treat!

• Work more fish into your diet by adding tuna or salmon to your regular lunch salad.

• Bring your own silverware to the office to keep the use of plastic cutlery to a minimum.

• Pack lunches with your kids at night – your healthy habits will rub off on them – and you might be surprised at the new food combinations they are willing to try!

• Tired of sandwiches? Toss angel hair pasta with your favorite veggies.

• Boycotting the carbs? Enjoy your homemade egg salad on lettuce instead of bread.

• Buy pre-chopped broccoli and carrots, or pre-packed (often 100 calories) almonds and walnuts.

• Edamame (green soybeans) can be bought frozen and will be perfectly thawed by lunchtime (full of fiber and protein and great to nibble on throughout the afternoon).

• Always include some protein to keep you fueled throughout the day – cheese sticks can be tossed in at the last minute and go great with fruit.

• Make burritos (with chicken or beans) by the dozen, freeze, and then pop them in the microwave at work.

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f we just watch or interact with a dog for a while, we can learn life lessons too numerous for this article. So this is just a taste of what I have learned from dogs over the years:

Sit close and listen. If you observe yourself in a conversation, especially at home, you will likely notice that your listening is in preparation for a response/defense/attack! Seldom is listening purely an activity unto itself. For dogs, on the other hand, listening is an activity without future planning included; a dog listens in a way that is “all ears.” He is taking in every word you say. There might be a response, for instance if he hears the word “treat,” but it is a spontaneous response. Imagine if we listened to our friends, co-workers, children and spouses for the “treat” they might be trying to offer us.

Play every day. What grown adult has time to play? Life is serious business, busy with work, errands, responsibilities. If play happens, it is quickly turned into competition. In order to have a party, we sometimes think we need drugs, like alcohol!

Dogs come equipped with their own natural “high.” In our house, the word “ball” evokes near hysteria from our dogs! Play is not only a means to an end, such as getting healthier or losing weight; it does not have to be productive in the way we usually use that word. There are physiological benefits to play, and I could cite studies which support this. Dogs don’t need studies.

Forgive quickly. The lesson here is about letting go. It’s not a deep, theological lesson, but an attitude toward people and events.

Bad things happen; people can be hurtful. It is important for us to honor our feeling responses to people and events; it is important to release and let go, too, so that we don’t get stuck in a dark cloud of holding grudges. I accidentally stepped on my dog’s foot this week. He screamed. As soon as the ball came out for play, we were reconciled! My unfortunate clumsiness was not on his mind, even though his foot might have been a little sore for a while.

Be in the present moment. My dog was able to forgive and forget because he was in the present moment; the moment of being stepped on was gone and the moment of running with a mouthful of ball was present.

Dogs do not live in the past, with regrets and ruminations; they do not live in the future, with the anxiety that goes along with all that is unknown about the future. Dogs don’t need a mindfulness course to be in the present. We humans might benefit from a mindfulness or meditation course, or yoga class or centering prayer – or watching a dog – to reconnect with our bodies, minds and spirits in the present moment. That’s where the real action lies, as any dog can tell you!

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“We are thrilled to have Kim join our Garden family,” said Kitty Lyon, Executive Director of Paul J. Ciener Botanical Garden. “She has more than ten years of experience in sales, and has spent a lot of time working with people in the community, so it's a perfect fit.” Babyak will be responsible for the gift shop's overall appearance, inventory, and sales, as well as for administration of the Garden office. Prior to joining the Garden, Kim worked for Inlow's Country Market and Deli. She has volunteered with the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County schools in various capacities, including tutoring, proctoring tests, and conducting health screenings, and has also been active in the PTA. Kim has also served as Team Mom for several sports teams, and as Secretary of Kernersville Cares for Kids. Kim lives in Kernersville with her husband, Mike. They have two grown children, Michael and Carolina. They also have two dogs, Sophie and Lucy, and a Cockatiel named Tiki.

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Dr. Ramsay then served four years of active duty service in the US Navy, achieving the rank of LCDR. During that time, she was placed in charge of training for all Obstetrics and Gynecology students at the Uniformed Services University. She held the position of Assistant Professor, and was awarded the 2011 National Faculty Award. Upon completion of her military service, she was additionally awarded the Meritorious Service Medal from the US Navy for the work she did with Wounded Warriors, their families, and the futures physicians who serve them.

Dr. Ramsay is Board Certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is a fellow in the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.

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By Andy Fenn

Sarah Jarosz Flowing effortlessly out of her country rock musical roots, Sarah Jarosz brings subtle harmony that only a classically trained voice can offer.

The depth of her soul pours out in her clear, deep melodies. Often compared to Gillian Welsh (widely acclaimed Nashville artist who has NC roots), Sarah adds a strong blend of folk and country music in her songs. Her music offers an angelic harmony strongly influenced by Celtic tradition. Her voice is a well tuned musical instrument.

But Sarah Jarosz is not a voice or a musician to be readily categorized.

She is a blend of all the musical influences that have graced her young life (age 21). At the age of ten, she was already being labeled as a mandolin virtuoso (certainly not an easy instrument to master at any age). As a pre-teen, she jammed on stage with the likes of Ricky Skaggs and David Grisman. Grisman is a revered mandolinist who played with Jerry Garcia of the Grateful Dead, as well as with Bonnnie Raitt. She takes her musical training seriously and studied voice at the New England Conservancy. Acoustically sophisticated music belies her appearance; she is a singer, songwriter and multi-instrumental musician (claw hammer banjo and guitar, in addition to mandolin). She is a force to be reckoned with and a voice to “watch” as she continues to grow as an artist. Sara has already figured out who she is as a musician and takes on her craft with joy and purpose. Her albums include guest appearances from Dan Tyminski (of Alison Krauss), with whom she does an awesome duet on "Annabelle Lee"; Shawn Colvin, who sings with her on "Run Away"; Bella Fleck, who accompanies her on banjo on "Come Around"; and Vince Gill who works harmony magic on "Ring Them Bells," a Bob Dylan song. "Annabelle Lee," "Run Away" and "Ring Them Bells" are on her second CD, Follow Me Down on Sugar Hill Records. Her first CD was a retrospective called Song Up in Her Head, also produced by Gary Paczosa and Sarah, and on the same record label.

Accolades are surely in her future, as Grammy nominations for her performances on Austin City Limits and Prairie Home Companion have already won Sarah national attention. She has performed at many of our best known music festivals including Bonnaroo, Telluride and Newport. Recently, she has opened for John Prine in Philadelphia. Upcoming dates include a gig in England, Savannah, and Greenville, SC in April. Check out her website: sarahjarosz.com and I am sure you will enjoy her music.

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uring the months of July, August and September, we are inundated with school supply drives, and it can be hard to keep it all straight and get supplies where they are most needed.

Once children are back in the swing of the school year, many of us assume they are set for the year, or forget that the need still exists, as we busy ourselves in other charities or activities. Luckily, Kim Buccino, owner of Invio Consignment Shoppe understands the need exists yearround, and has opened her store to donations for nearby West Forsyth High School.

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“I was fortunate enough to have had the ability to be very involved with my older two children’s academic life throughout the years,” said Buccino. “I have seen the changes in how enthusiastically parents in larger numbers support and give to elementary schools as opposed to middle schools. There seems to be a sharp reduction in the parents who are actively involved, and the decrease in material support is even more noticeable. By the

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D R I V E • Even when parents supply their students with adequate supplies, teachers are still in need of their own tools, especially now.

“The schools have faced large budget cuts that affect how many supplies they can order,” said Buccino. “I learned that there are things that teachers can use to enhance the classroom experience for students, thus further helping students learn effectively. I have been in contact with the school and was supplied with a list of commonly used items that includes colored pencils, dry erase markers, colored markers, post-it pads, pencils, black and blue pens, Sharpies and 1 or 2 inch binders.”

time our children get to high school, the level of physical and material involvement goes down even more. With budget cuts and high achievement demands placed on our teachers, with dwindling support, I thought donating necessary tools to help our teachers help our kids would be a wonderful gift that the community could give West Forsyth. We have kids with great futures ahead of them, and we have great teachers who want to use every tool possible to get them there.”

Invio Consignment Shoppe was the perfect place for this new endeavor! “This store was a video store prior to us, and we inherited a drop box and a slot in the store window,” said Buccino. “After hearing the need reiterated by my son’s teacher at orientation, I felt that this was worth the effort. As a businessperson and a member of the community, I have no choice but to find ways to give back. This is an investment in our children and a show of support for our teachers. Things don’t end at the high school level; it is the beginning of the future – our future.”

No matter how much you can give, every little bit helps. “We want to challenge Forsyth Woman readers to fill the drop box so that we can deliver a handsome load to West Forsyth for the start of the New Year,” said Buccino. “We want to let our customers and readers know that it is with a humble and grateful heart that we accept these donations for a great cause.

Every little bit adds up, and I believe that this community can really deliver. We do not care if you stay to shop or not; the only benefit we are looking for is that of giving the teachers some much needed help. Teachers spend their own money on tools for our kids all the time. The least we can do is help them help our kids.”

Invio Consignment Shoppe offers a wide range of clothing, furnishings and household items in a friendly and comfortable environment. For more information, call Invio Consignment Shoppe at 336.283.9277. Donations will be accepted throughout the school year and can be dropped off anytime at the shop, located at 1456 River Ridge Center Drive, part of the Food Lion Shopping Center in Clemmons.

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ome words carry a powerful punch, even when used by themselves. “Fire!” can create an obvious reaction.

“Whatever” is sarcasm in a nutshell. And those of us who are parents (or pet owners) can all relate to the singleword sentence, “Stop!”

From my point of view, in addition to living in a world of truncated spelling, it seems we also live in a world of truncated answers. One-word answers that are typed for the convenience of speed but may come across as a bit abrasive…

They are simple words but they can carry a lot of weight in their delivery. Consider these scenarios: Question: “Did you stop by the cleaners?”

Response: “Yep.” Question: “How are you today?”

Response: “Fine.”

conversation, we can hear the inflections of the speaker and interpret them more accurately, while a message in print leaves us to our own speculation of what the messenger intended.

I blame texting. Of course, I text, but I blame it for a lot of things, including the truncated answer, and you really don’t want to get me started on truncated spelling. We’re in the fast-food society of “I want it fast and I want it now” and our conversations are being impacted by it. So many of us are constantly on the go, so understandably, it’s often easier to type a one-word response. However, as one who refuses to abbreviate in text formatting and will type out “Okay” instead of “OK” or “K,” I find myself the recipient of messages that probably meant nothing. But nonetheless, I’m left wondering, “Are they having a bad day?”

On the other hand, one-word responses can work. Consider these options:

Question: “Are you mad about something?”

Response: “Nope.”

Question: “Did you win the lottery?”

Answer: “YES!”

Sorry, Imaginary Responder – you sure do sound mad! I’m not sure I believe your response!

It’s a long-held truth that the spoken delivery of a line is often very different than the printed delivery of the same line. In

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Answer: “BOY!” Question: “Where are you going on vacation?”

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But, notice that I all-capped those answers! The single word responses were highlighted via a slight change to create the positive impact I wanted my reader to feel. Let’s flip it around and consider some interpretations: Question: “Did you win the lottery?”

Answer: “Yes.” Interpretation: “Please don’t ask me for money.”

Question: “Is it a boy or a girl?”

Answer: “Boy.” Interpretation: “This wasn’t planned.”

Question: “Where are you going on vacation?”

Answer: “Duluth.”

Interpretation: “It wasn’t my first choice, but Paris was too expensive.”

So, as we enter another year, and abbreviations surround us even more, take a few moments to consider your answers. How is the recipient going to interpret your message?

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By Raven Dear Fans and Friends, With the New Year approaching, I’m looking forward to 2013. As a reflective soul, even I get caught up in the spirit of continued selfimprovement, so I thought I would share some of my resolutions with you.

This year I… 1. …promise to decrease the amount of time I spend on Facebook, Horsebook and playing games on my iPhone in my stall during the afternoons. This is the time for my afternoon meal and nap, and instead of resting, I’m ruining my eyes staring at screens. Besides, gaming is becoming increasingly bizarre.

2. …promise to refrain from pooping while standing in the cross-ties waiting to be tacked up, but only if I’ve been allowed to eat grass on the way from my stall to the barn. Life is all about giving and taking, and if you take away my grass while I’m trying to eat it, I’ll give it to you in another form.

3. …pledge to have a gracious, willing attitude in all riding lessons in which I’m informed up front that there will be a food reward afterwards. It’s important to be on the same page with whomever you’re working with from the beginning so that there are no misunderstandings later. I could require a down payment of the food reward prior to the lesson, but since I have a trusting nature, I’ll take a blood vow of the rider as proof of his or her honorable intentions. Should I discover that my trust has been misplaced, there will be consequences at the next lesson.

4. …will incite at least two barn rebellions, insurgencies or mutinies during the year.

Otherwise, the herd gets bored, and the staff members become complacent (humans love a challenge, you know).

Maybe this year, one of my uprisings will succeed – as you are aware, my most recent revolt didn’t exactly end in the blissful climax I expected, but hope springs eternal, and so forth.

5. …agree to stay with the trailer and the other horses at all shows and will not attempt escape. I will participate cooperatively in the show and not be overcome by a perfectly honest and rational misunderstanding that a mountain

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The mounting block shuffle is fun…for me. lion is after me just because a child shrieks like a woodland primate being slaughtered.

6. …will only spook at true threats, like motorized lawn tools, items out of place and my shadow. I must keep my senses keen, and I cannot become careless when survival issues are at stake. What if the new lawnmower is actually a predator in disguise? Then where would I be? I can hardly contemplate such a grim tableau – the thought is simply bone chilling.

7. …resolve to fully cooperate with the farrier. This means I will not immediately place all of my weight onto the foot he is trying to lift. It also means that I will not bite his butt, nor turn and lick his head, when he is working on my front shoes.

Along the same lines, I will not deliberately sully the atmosphere by letting a stink-bomb fly while he is working on my back shoes.

8. …swear I will not deliberately antagonize the mares to the point of implosion. This hasn’t worked out well for me this year, so I’m going to try a different tactic in 2013, but I haven’t figured out what it is yet. Email me with any suggestions.

9. …will not play mounting block shuffle with new riders. This is a fun little game involving the rider’s attempt to get into the saddle. It starts when the rider puts the mounting block directly under the stirrups

and climbs to the top step. As she begins to put her foot into the stirrup, I move forward three feet. So the rider climbs back down the mounting block, moves it forward so it’s under the stirrups again and climbs to the top step. At that point, I back up three feet. The rider climbs down the mounting block again, and moves it backward to a position under the stirrups again, and climbs to the top step again, and I swing my hind-end around so that I am facing her. The vexation this engenders is priceless.

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And finally, for the year 2013, I truly and wholeheartedly resolve to avoid ALL mountain lions.

I hope you are all working on your resolution lists, too, because as the year progresses and you follow through, they actually become accomplishment lists. (Or sometimes not...I’m already feeling melancholic about the mounting block shuffle, and the farrier uses a hair gel that’s actually quite tasty, so I guess we’ll see how it goes. After all, a little slip-up here and there doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try to meet your goals.)

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10am-12pm, Kernersville Family YMCA, 1113 West Mountain Street in Kernersville. Grab a friend and the kids for a morning of fun and play at the Kernersville Family YMCA! Activity stations, free play, bounce house, arts and crafts, games and facility tours available. Each adult attendee will receive four tickets for our fabulous prize board drawing which will include a special drawing for a 3-month membership!

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JANUARY 20 THE SACRALITY OF SOUND IN HINDUISM: A WORKSHOP WITH TANISHA RAMACHANDRAN 3:30-5:30pm, Sunrise Yoga Studio. The multi-sensory dimension of Hindu religious worship (puja) is apparent from amalgamation of smells, sights and sounds that saturate your senses. This workshop will examine the importance of sound in Hindu worship and discuss the relationship between sight, sound and posture. Cost: $25 (or $20 before 1/13).

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SUNDAYS FITPRAISE 2:30pm, Women's Wellness & Fitness Center in W-S. Workout to contemporary Christian music with devotion and prayer! Designed for women of all ages and fitness levels. Participation is FREE and open to members and nonmembers. Call 760.0030 for more information.

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s e j t t a B e i c a t S with Kelly Melang always gets the last word with the Women of Winston!

Stacie Battjes, run coach and motivator of Fleet Feet Sports, knows New Year’s resolutions and how to make them happen.

The driving force behind their award-winning training program of helping beginning runners to their first 5K, she knows about commitment and perseverance. Stacie also puts her money where her mouth is – she coaches great runners and recently WON the Grandfather Mountain Marathon this summer, billed as “One of America’s Toughest Marathons.”

We caught up with Stacie and she was doing what she does best – running out the door.

1. How did you get into the fitness business? What was your inspiration? "I was always into athletics from a young age, as a connection with my father. He taught me to work hard and inspired my competitive drive. This love of sport took me into high school coaching, then personal training, and now into training adults. I knew I loved my job when one of my clients told me, ‘I've gotten strong enough, I don’t need my husband’s help getting the dog food out of the trunk.’

That’s an accomplishment! I love helping people live their day to day lives in a healthier manner!

2. What advice would you give to young women? “In fitness, my best advice is to create variety and do SOMETHING consistently. One single activity is not a quick fix or easy answer.

Adding variety into your workouts, and your life, keeps things exciting, and keeps you motivated. It also challenges your body. Another reminder to my clients is that working out is supposed to be uncomfortable – rejoice in sweat and dirt – it means you are doing something!”

3. What is your greatest obstacle as a woman? “In my job as run coach and motivator I think that being a woman has been an advantage and not an obstacle. So many of the women wanting to start a training program or a lifestyle of fitness are intimidated. We

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help provide a safe and comfortable environment, helping them get started.”

4. What sets you apart from other women? “You know what sets me apart? The people surrounding me. I feed off the energy of the people in our groups. I love being in a crowd, helping people, and watching people achieve their goals, one step at a time. They bring so much energy to each practice – it makes it hard not to match it!”

5. Where do you see women in 5 years? “I would love to see people, not just women, getting back into the fun of exercising, and many more adopting it as a lifestyle. What a great way to help end the obesity epidemic we have in our country. Moving past exercise as a means to an end, to exercise as a fun and healthy lifestyle choice!”

6. If you could nominate a local woman for President who would it be? “Someone that stands out to me is Bonnie Phillips of Village Yoga. I’ve watched so many people meet her and come out a better person. She helps everyone feel better about themselves.

Wouldn’t that be a great trait in a President?”

7. What do you see your legacy as?

“That I helped people gain self confidence. There’s nothing like watching someone set a goal, work hard to achieve it, then bask in that success.

It can be so hard for adults to start

something brand new... and when they succeed it is so rewarding! They don’t even need to remember my name or me in particular, but if our participants feel better about themselves, and they are healthier as a result, that’s a great legacy.”

8. Last but hardest question: what’s your guilty pleasure? “Oh, my husband is going to groan, but I LOVE teen dramas. Put me on the couch with a great show like 90210 or Gossip Girl and I can actually slow down. Add a bowl of popcorn and I can make it a night.”

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