Forsyth Woman - June 2015

June 2015

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CONTENTS June 2015

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49 COVER STORY Gotta Get Thin: Weight Loss Transforming the Body Inside and Out

22 Piedmont Federal Savings Bank: A Community Partner

24 Bright & Ready for Summer

46 FEATURES

The Gruff, Loveable Dad

58 The Pam Boyle Real Estate Group is Painting the Triad Keller Williams Red!

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62 For Dads: You Can’t Scare Me, I have Children

90 Your Career and Social Media

92 Never Too Old to Learn

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Celebrating the Success of a Friend: Grant Dawson

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CONTENTS June 2015

32 Keeping it Real: Beating Your Head Against the Wall

34 Rosey’s Review: Ryan’s Restaurant

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Fashion Forward

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IN EVERY ISSUE

Nu Expression: A Hiring Process for Your Small Business

76 Things That Make You Blush: Should You Date a Daddy?

84 To Your Health: Starting Early May be a Key

98 Living Gently... Every Day: Smiling

102 Recipes: Black Forest Overnight Oats

110 Life Hacks

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130 The Last Word: Kelly Groce June 2015 / 13

THE VIEW

From this Side June 2015

Publisher and Editor-in-Chief Keela Johnson | Keela@ForsythMags.com

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Account Executives Tamara Bodford | Kelley Carnall | Brooke Eagle Alexis Snow | Heather Spivey | Carol Vaughn Surratt

Every month, we celebrate the amazing women in and around Forsyth County. But this month, we offer our salute to those incredible men in our lives…the ones we know as “Dad.” I’m blessed with three special men in my life who wear this title. First and foremost is my own father. My dad is truly my rock. I’ve been close to him all my life and when I began this publication in 2005, he jumped in with both feet to help out. Every month, he helps us with distribution. Kelly Groce is a familiar face and you may have seen him quietly and efficiently filling racks around town.

He is featured this month in “The Last Word” column! I hope you’ll read it and get to know my dad a little better! Dad, I love you and I appreciate you more than I can ever say!

My husband, Tim Johnson, is my next special “Dad.” Our children learned the value of hard work from watching their father who has owned and operated TJ’s Body Shop for over 30 years. Tim is a wonderful father and I’m blessed to have him for my husband and to share my life with him. When I decided to tap into my own entrepreneurial spirit, Tim supported me every step of the way. Even ten years later, he never complains about the glow of the computer late into the night or the many special events that I need to attend.

Tim, our children are so lucky to have you as their dad! Thank you for a lifetime of memories with our family! Here’s to the next 30!

I also must acknowledge my step-father, Charlie Schuler. My step-dad is a wonderful man who shares our family’s love for the water, but most importantly, a love for my mom, Marianne. I am so happy that my mom has someone as special as Charlie with whom to share her life! Charlie, thanks for being such a special addition to our family!

To ALL the dads out there! We hope you have an amazing Father’s Day! At Forsyth Woman, we just finished our annual Consignment Shop Hop and plans have shifted into full gear for the November Tour de Boutique! Stay tuned for details, but if you just can’t wait, go ahead and email Denise (Denise@ForsythMags.com)! She’s working it all out now!

But before the Tour de Boutique, we will be celebrating TEN YEARS of Forsyth Woman in September. It’s hard to believe! It feels like we just celebrated our 100th issue and while we’re not going THAT big, we will do something to celebrate the occasion. So stay tuned for that announcement as well!

As always – we cannot do what we do each month without you, our readers and advertisers! Thank you for being a part of our publications! It is an honor to bring you Forsyth Woman every month!

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Protecting Your Eyes from Injury This Summer!

By Dr. Truc Ly Tran ith the summer months fast approaching, there are many celebrations to look forward to such as graduations, weddings, and the Fourth of July. While it is important to have fun at these events, it is also important to be safe.

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For example at a wedding, you're probably not thinking about eye damage. But a flying cork from a bottle of champagne can rupture an eyeball, cause a detached retina, dislocate the eye's lens, or damage the orbital bone structure and more. Serious vision loss can result from these injuries. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, this happens more often with champagne and sparkling wine bottles that haven't been fully chilled, causing the corks to come out much more forcefully. To prevent eye injury, follow these instructions provided by the Academy: • Don't shake the bottle before opening it, because this increases the speed at which the cork leaves the bottle.

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• When opening a bottle, point the cork away from yourself and others.

• Place a towel over the cork, and keep your palm on the cork as you twist the bottle, rather than pushing under the cork.

Fireworks are another major cause of eye injuries. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, between June 21 and July 21, 2013, there were about 1,200 eye injuries. An estimated 40 percent of the injuries occurred in children younger than age 15, and 51 percent occurred in people under 20.

The eye injuries were caused mostly by sparklers and Roman candles. At least 100 were caused by public displays, another 100 by bottle rockets and 200 by unspecified fireworks. The eye injuries were mostly contusions, lacerations and foreign bodies in the eye, but many were burns as well.

The American Academy of Ophthalmology offers these safety tips for preventing eye injuries from fireworks: • Never let children play with fireworks.

• Enjoy fireworks from a safe viewing distance.

• Don't touch any unexploded fireworks remains.

If you do experience an eye injury, please seek your nearby eye doctor for immediate attention. Have a safe and fun summer!

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Jeffrey Adams first started serving Andrews Farm produce in the spring of 2013, and customers have taken note. Andrews says he’s received messages from customers raving about his produce. “That’s what keeps me going,” said Andrews, of his long days on the farm and in the kitchen. “You feel like ‘Wow, I’m really making a difference, somebody noticed!’” Andrews says it’s easy to spot the difference in his farm fresh veggies and those of big distributors. “The flavors are much better and the color is better, too,” he said. Prior to his farming days, Andrews was not much of a vegetable eater, especially tomatoes. Now, after tasting the difference in growing his own, he’s found a new appreciation. “It’s a different veggie that way,” said the chef, who will now slice a fresh tomato from his farm and eat it raw. “I’ve really grown to appreciate it coming from my own farm,” he said.

From Farm to Fourth Street

By Lauren Robison Jones

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ocal chef Adam Andrews is getting fresh with his customers… and they like it.

The long-time chef and general manager of the Fourth Street Filling Station, and chef and part-owner of Jeffrey Adams on Fourth, has taken on yet another title in the food industry: farmer. With his newfound green thumb, Andrews is delivering fresh produce straight from his own farm to his customers’ tables, creating a farm-to-table experience that is truly homegrown.

“The farm-to-table idea has been around,” said Andrews. “But how many restaurants do you know that own their own farm?” To Andrews’ point, you can bet there aren’t many restaurants like Jeffery Adams. It’s one thing to order produce from a local farm, but to have your chef growing the restaurant’s produce during the day, then cooking it into delicious dishes at night, is rather unheard of. As a new farmer, Andrews is learning quite a bit about horticulture and with a lot of help from family, they’ve done all of the legwork themselves. “I grow it, I pick it, I watch it, I weigh it, I deliver it…it’s mine,” said Andrews.

The ambitious chef decided to start his own farm after years of struggling between the affordable produce prices of big distributors and the preferred, but more expensive, cost of buying from local farmers. “I wanted fresh, but I also wanted affordable,” said Andrews. “I love outdoor work, so I decided, ‘I can do this!’”

Currently, the 2-acre “Andrews Farm” in King, North Carolina, produces about 80% of the produce used at Jeffrey Adams during the spring and summer seasons.

In the future, Andrews hopes to get that number to 100% and bring in livestock, as well. “I’d love to have chickens and lambs and make our own goat cheese!” said Andrews.

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Andrews’ produce isn’t the only local fare at the restaurant. Eating at Jeffrey Adams is a local experience on multiple counts. “We have local coffee, local veggies, and are looking into sourcing local beef,” said Andrews. In addition, the décor is accented with works by local artists, and it’s all for sale. When not looking at the artwork, guests can simply watch the locals. “People love to sit upstairs,” said Andrews of the 2nd story’s panoramic view of Fourth Street. With the exciting backdrop of downtown Winston-Salem, guests can people-watch with a birds-eye view while sipping one of the restaurant’s well-known specialty martinis.

As a Winston-Salem favorite, Jeffrey Adams is a great representation of the city. It’s exciting, intriguing and welcoming all at once, similar to the Twin City itself. “People always think we are fancy,” said Andrews. With high-ceilings, rustic brick walls and dark wood accents throughout, it’s easy to mistake Jeffrey Adams for pricey, elegant dining. However, a closer look at the staff that wears jeans, and the eclectic menu’s affordable prices, and you’ll see the place in a new light.

Though the food is indulgent and the setting stylish, there are no white tablecloths or stuffy maître d’.

You won’t have to decide which fork to use to as you dig into your Pot Roast Nachos, and your center-cut, prime-grade steak won’t cost you an arm and a leg.

“We really want to make people feel comfortable,” said Andrews, who is partowner of the restaurant with Jeffrey Bassett.

With their homegrown hospitality, farm-to-table initiatives and love of all things local, Jeffrey Adams has put down roots in the heart of Winston-Salem and is sprouting new ideas all the time. Keep an eye out in the future for special 100% local NC dishes and possibly snag some of your own Andrews Farm produce at the farmers market next year.

Jeffrey Adams is located at 321 W. Fourth Street in Winston-Salem, NC. View their menu at JeffreyAdamsWS.com and be sure to like them on Facebook to stay up-to-date with specials and events!

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A Community Partner

By Vonda Henderson with Ginger Salt

iedmont Federal Savings Bank has deep roots in Winston-Salem. Through the decades since it’s founding in 1903, the desire to remain grounded and supportive of the customers it serves has remained a constant in its philosophy and the manner with which it serves the community of Forsyth County.

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Piedmont Federal’s Vice President of Marketing and Business Development Ginger Salt shared some of the background and historical factoids that point to the community feel one senses when doing business with them.

Founding: In 1903, a small group of businessmen decided to help others with their dreams of home ownership. It was their vision to help families buy or build homes and pay for them via monthly installments. They formed the Piedmont Building and Loan Association and opened the first office at 452 North Liberty Street in downtown WinstonSalem. With 112 years of service to Forsyth County, Piedmont Federal is the oldest existing financial institution founded in Winston-Salem.

Names: Through the years, there have been several different name changes. In 1935, the name became Piedmont Federal Savings and Loan, and it was the seventh in the nation to adopt a Federal Savings and Loan Charter. The most recent change to the name occurred in 2008.

Milestones: In 1904, the first loan was made – for $500. When sufficient deposits were received, depositors would draw lots to determine who would be fortunate enough to buy or build their homes.

The Great Depression was difficult for the nation as a whole; however, Piedmont Federal never missed a dividend payment and none of its customers lost any of their money.

During the 1980s, when almost a third of savings and loans failed, Piedmont Federal thrived and remained a viable institution.

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The Winston-Salem Journal voted Piedmont Federal “Best Mortgage Lender” for seven years in a row.

Piedmont Federal has a tradition of gifting previous buildings to benefit community organizations (The Pepper and Crawford Building was gifted to the Downtown Winston-Salem Foundation, and the previous Northside branch was gifted to the Winston-Salem Urban League).

And a milestone to be applauded, Piedmont Federal has never laid off any of its employees.

Community Service: Piedmont Federal supports the community through volunteer efforts as well as monetarily. Organizations supported include: Habitat for Humanity, United Way, Senior Services, Dress for Success, American Heart Association, Artizens and Big Brothers/Big Sisters just to name a few. Piedmont Federal’s website and Facebook page routinely feature community events or service organizations, and you’ll frequently find donation boxes in branch locations.

Customer Value: From the founding to present day, the mission to serve customers has been unwavering.

Customers come first at Piedmont Federal, and the staff demonstrates this on a daily basis. When branch employees learned that one of their customers was ill, they delivered cards and food. In another instance, staff members visited an assisted living facility to provide their customer, who was unable to drive, notary service.

These are not isolated occurrences. It’s the way that Piedmont Federal employees care for their customers.

The offices have low counters for wheelchair customers to ensure their banking business can be conducted with ease. The staff will help customers to and from their cars as well.

From personal experience, the staff at my Piedmont Federal bank greets me by name whether I walk in or pull up to the drive-up window. It has been my bank for more than 20 years, and that’s the way I think of it. I’ve recommended Piedmont Federal many times through the years. It’s a pleasure to do business with a hometown bank, truly rooted in the community it serves.

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Bright & Ready for Summer

By Martie Emory

f the livin’ is easy in summertime, then the shopping is a breeze at Mainstream Boutique. It’s June and it’s summer (finally!) and with a few smartly chosen pieces, a summer wardrobe is born.

Parris. Anitra points out that a strong navy dress can be the canvas for a really puttogether look. “It’s quite simple to create different looks with a summer dress by making a few simple changes to your shoes, jewelry and bag,” she says.

Forget the chore of facing a crowded department store because putting together that summer wardrobe will actually be fun at Mainstream Boutique, where the ladies are always eager to make your shopping experience effortless and treat you to their styling tricks. Just think of them as your personal stylists! For women of all ages and sizes – even if you’re shy about accessorizing or stepping out in a bright color combination – this is the place to find what works for you.

Your favorite navy dress – or that perfect little black one we all have – can be made summer ready by adding color through your accessories, says Anitra. A hot pink belt, print scarf or a sunny yellow beach bag or handbag may be just the bright, happy color bursts you need to feel some summer energy.

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The boutique is sporting some seriously classic summer trends, including the ultrachic head-to-toe white, cute, flirty dresses that are both comfort driven and stylish, easy-to-wear culottes, timeless linens and crisp shirt dresses that fit both your office’s summer dress code and the mood of a patio dinner date later on. Even though black and white are still a popular duo, navy seems to take over come summertime.

Is it our love of a nautical look or a little bit of preppy attitude?

“Navy is the new black when it comes to summer,” says Anitra Mitchell, co-owner of the boutique with her mother, Charlotte

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If you’re not into coordinating too many accessories, nothing is more stylish than the perfect summer dress – a cute halter style or a sassy floral print that just can’t be beat.

“People often say I look so put together,” says Anitra. “My answer is that I’m just lazy! There’s nothing easier than throwing on a dress and running out the door.” (Tip: Don’t forget a cardigan for cool evenings and chilly restaurants!)

Every visit to Mainstream Boutique presents you with a unique collection of fashion and accessories – every element needed to give you your own look, while making it easy to fit shopping into your busy schedule. They also offer online shopping via their Facebook page –

Facebook.com/MainstreamBoutique WinstonSalemNC – so what could be easier? Choose an item they’ve posted, comment with your size and email address and it can be on its way to you – just in time for some fashionable summer fun.

Stop in to the Winston-Salem Mainstream Boutique at 110 Oakwood Drive, Suite D, just across from Thruway Shopping Center, call them at 336-448-1485 or visit their website at winstonsalem.mainstreamboutique.com.

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Joytime Ladies’ Event from Joytime Ministries

By Meghan E.W. Corbett

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n 2012, Joy Greene officially began Joytime Ministries in Jackson, Tennessee. “I was invited to be a guest on the local Christian radio's morning show to share my ‘God Story,’” said Greene. “The DJ could tell that I had a passion for women's ministry and asked me if I would consider doing a daily devotional on the air to encourage their female listeners. I knew God was revealing to me a women's ministry He wanted me to begin to encourage women Joy Greene in their walk with Him. From there, Joytime has grown and airs on more than 100 radio stations worldwide.

You can hear Joytime locally on JoyFM and WBFJ-Your Family Station.”

When Joy moved back to her home state of North Carolina to become an Assistant Dean and Professor at High Point University, she knew this was God’s way of telling her she belonged here and could help women in this community through radio and speaking engagements. “In addition to radio, I have a passion for teaching and encouraging women at weekend retreats or one-night Christian events,” said Greene. “On June 18th, we are having a Joytime event for ladies with Mike Weaver of Big Daddy Weave and the new Christian music group, ‘I Am They.’ This event is open to ladies of all ages (although most appropriate for middle-school ages and up). This inspiring event will provide encouraging music and a Christ-centered message of support to the ladies. It is my heart's desire that this event will provide a ‘girls’ night’ full of worship, relaxation and fun. As women, we have so many responsibilities at home, as well as in the work force. Often, women are busy I Am They taking care of others, and they neglect their

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own needs, even their spiritual needs. This event provides an opportunity for friends to refresh their souls and have a great time!”

With the support of the community, Joy has been able to bring hope and spiritual guidance to thousands of people, and the Joytime Ladies’ Event is just another way she is encouraging others. “This is a great event to promote unity among the ladies at your church,” said Greene. “What a fun, encouraging night you can have as you find encouragement through Christian music and a Godly message!

It is our hope to plan additional Joytime events in the Triad! We are grateful to Chick-Fil-A of High Point for being our sponsor of this event, and we are also grateful to Piedmont Christian News and WBFJ-Your Family Station, for their support!”

The Joytime Ladies’ Event will be held on June 18th at 6:30pm at the First Wesleyan Church in High Point. Tickets can be purchased online at www.joytime.org. Individual tickets are $15, and VIP/Meet and Greet tickets, which include a Chick-fil-A dinner, gold circle seating and photo opportunities with the artists are $39.95 each.

There are discounts available for groups of 10 or more.

For more information, email Dr. Sandy Robertson at sandy@joytime.org, or visit the website at www.joytime.org or find Joytime Ministries on Facebook at www.facebook.com/joytimeministries.

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Where There is Always Something New in Store

By Susan Woodall appeared to have had a litter of puppies and was heartworm positive. Fortunately, Guilford has a wonderful program for people to donate to that pays for the medical treatment of dogs with heartworms.

I had been looking for a dog to rescue for many months when I first saw Annie. I went back three times to get to know her, and the third time, I adopted her. She is very sweet, good with people and is excellent in the shop.”

t is nearly impossible to go to Hand Picked Consignments and not find something to bring home. Owner Paige Wheeler has filled her store with many wonderful items, and new things come in almost daily. There is one new thing in her store, however, that she will not sell to you no matter how much you beg – her name is Annie. Well, to be exact, “Orphan No More Annie.”

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“We have a new addition to our Hand Picked Consignments family,” said Wheeler.

“She came from the Guilford Animal Control facility. She was a stray, and they guessed her to be about two years old. She

By visiting and making sure she was the perfect fit for her family and the store, Wheeler went about adopting Annie in the right way. It is important to understand the commitment one is undertaking when getting a pet. It is unfair to treat these animals like a piece of returnable merchandise or, even worse, a disposable one. They will need vet care, vaccinations, preventative medicines, training, food, water and love. If one is not prepared to put in the time and money necessary, then maybe a pet isn’t the right choice for now.

Animal rescue is very important to Wheeler.

“There are so many animals that are in need,” said Wheeler. “I have always wanted to focus on animal rescue groups, and in my previous locations, during the holidays we'll do something to raise money for these groups. We are pet friendly and want to see more animals rescued.”

Besides Annie, there are so many other items you will want to see when you come

by Hand Picked Consignments. New to the store is Ollie’s Boutique. Ollie Singleton has a line of clothing called Repurpose/ly/Yours.

Singleton has found a way to take outdated styles of clothing and, instead of throwing them away, she remakes them into something stylish and fashionable.

Now with around 1,600 consignors, Wheeler is very selective about the items she will include at Hand Picked Consignments.

“We have a lot of sterling silver jewelry – gorgeous articles this talented woman makes,” said Wheeler. “We also have some hand-made purses, some wonderful leashes, eclectic pieces – such as several teak wood items, hand-carved pieces from Africa, fun jewelry and many, many other things. Along with consignment items, I like to display works of local artists as there are not many locations in our area for them to display their crafts.”

Another great product that can be found at Hand Picked Consignments is a line of chalk paint. If this is something you have always wanted to try, you're in luck. “We will be having a chalk painting party on June 6th from 12-6pm,” said Wheeler.

“We hold it right outside our store which is all under cover, so weather is not an issue.

If a customer buys three small, two medium or one large can of our chalk paint, they can choose an item from our store that is suitable for painting, or they can bring their own pieces. We have invited people who have done this a lot to help those who are new to this.”

Another date to mark on your calendar is June 20th. This is a Hand Picked Consignments summer sale day which means an extra 10% off the current prices all day. So, as if it wasn't an incredible deal already, imagine saving even more!

Come by soon to see what’s new. Wheeler and her wonderful staff look forward to your visit – and, of course, so does Annie!

Hand Picked Consignments is located at 2878 Reynolda Road in the Reynolda Manor Shopping Center. For more information, call 336.924.3755, or visit the website at handpickedconsignments.com.

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The retreat location is spread across golden beaches and has mineral pools, a complete spa and a full complement of exercise classes. It is a destination vacation spot in its own right. There are miles of walking and biking trails, a museum, numerous parks and greenways, as well as diving and kayaking nearby. It is a perfect choice for a therapeutic wellness retreat.

We were warmly greeted on our arrival, and settled in with a meet-and-greet with our counselors and retreat-mates. Let the week of becoming non-smokers begin!

We listened to information that many of us have never heard before. We heard facts, figures and results of scientific studies. We were warned of the changes we would experience during our week of quitting and the support we would receive. We were advised of the importance of staying busy and the necessity of resting when our bodies told us to. We were told that 3 days (or 72 hours) were all that were required to cleanse our bodies of the poisons contained in cigarettes and that everything else was habit. We were warned that we could become quite emotional, because smoking had been our friend during celebration, stress, depression and heartache. When asked about how and when we would actually quit she told us that the group would decide… our group decided on 10:30 pm Monday and each of us was as ready as we could be. ou want to quit smoking and everyone else wants you to quit, too. The media bombards you with tactics and medicines for quitting, but quitting is hard – almost too hard. There are drugs to help but they make you sick. There is cold turkey but you can’t get beyond 12 hours on your own. Therapy is fine, but then you’re on your on again for the rest of the week and electronic cigs don’t taste the same or feel right in your hand. So, what is left?

I believe that I discovered the easiest way to quit smoking and it only requires a commitment of one week. I have been smoke free for nearly a month and it gets easier every day.

I was one of those who couldn’t get beyond 12 hours cold turkey and Chantix threw me into a horrible sick migraine. I enjoyed smoking, but my doctor told me I had to quit. I knew I had to do something but I could not do it on my own.

We met for breakfast daily where group schedules were disclosed and individual meetings were affirmed. Every meal was educational and entertaining. Some of us were blindsided by irritability and fatigue, and a few became distracted and forgetful; one of the group even became tearful for a day. While the degree varied, moodiness was widespread so we tried to stay busy and forget about smoking. We took yoga classes together and spent hours in the sauna, steam room and pools. Some spent mornings in the gym and afternoons exploring on foot or by bike.

We met with counselors during the afternoons and capped every evening off with a lengthy healing session. Every day was easier until the week was gone and we discovered we were all nonsmokers and that each of us had 11 new best friends.

Then, I found ‘Smoking Cessation Wellness Retreats,’ a program that combined group therapy and Reiki at a spa resort on the gulf coast of Florida and I was amazed. This seemed exactly what I’d spent years searching for. The program uses Reiki, a Japanese technique for stress reduction that promotes healing, addiction therapy techniques, and group and individual counseling.

Our group of quitters ranged in age from 33 to 64 and traveled from as far away as Canada, and as nearby as 30 miles. We were male and female, single and married, but by the end of the week we were all the best of friends. Our counselors continue to be in contact and offer support, and welcome our calls and emails. Our group continues to support each other and is always there to offer help when things get tough.

When I called for information, I felt an immediate rapport with the woman who answered, a former smoker who understood my misgivings. She was a credentialed counselor specializing in addiction therapy, as well as a Reiki Master. Reiki is administered

Quit smoking now. Everyone wants you to quit smoking and you know smoking is not good for you. Every ‘quit smoking’ blurb or ad on television catches your attention because you know it’s what you should do.

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Beating Your Head Against the Wall

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Ah . . . you thought I was referring to my husband. Nope. It’s this crazy bird!

By Dr. Debbie Lanier

No lie. Some jacked up, on-a-mission red bird rams right into my morning, day after day after . . . well, you get the point. As I sit at my computer: Crash. Bang.

Boom. I race to investigate the ruckus. Yep, it’s him. In rapid succession, this crazy bird flies smack dab into my glass door.

Nothing deters him. This repeated act of futility doesn’t remotely weaken his resolve. It won’t phase his pace. Just when you think this fella can’t endure one more slam of blunt-force trauma, he smashes in fiercer than ever.

You would think after hours of wasted work and squandered sweat, this irrational bird would get the message that he’s not breaking past this barrier. But nope!

Without the slightest apprehension, he’s right back at it when the sun rises.

The whole ordeal leaves me wondering, “Where is his mama?” Surely she would intervene, advising against such meaningless measures. After all, that’s what moms do, right?

As I ponder a little deeper and muse a little longer, I realize that perhaps this bird isn’t so uncommon after all. Irrational? Yes. Rare? Not so much.

It’s ironic, isn’t it, this tendency many of us share. We exert enormous energy toward meaningless endeavors that perpetually trigger pain and disappointment.

Hold that thought.

Have you ever suffered betrayal by someone you trusted deeply? Maybe you’ve agonized emotionally at the hands of another. Have you endured physical brutality that left every part of you paralyzed with fear? Perhaps some sick soul ravaged the innocence of a defenseless girl’s sexuality, leaving you to pick up the pieces alone.

The wound cut deeply, metastasizing like a cancer to every part of who you are.

Regardless, you determined to move forward, leaving yesterday’s anguish in the rearview mirror.

Just when you’re sure it’s buried, just when it’s finally licked, the unexpected erupts in your story. The situation pushes you right back into those familiar reactions that pain birthed.

From that place, we create haunting habits. They tend to grip tight, refusing to let go.

The significant relationships of our lives see the destructive patterns that we so easily justify. Nevertheless, we roll out of bed in survival mode each new day, ramming into the same brick walls of life. It’s what we know.

Hear me. It’s time to stop beating your head against the wall.

What if we let go of the stronghold that’s been holding us captive far too long?

What if we began holding strongly to the only One who can completely heal the hole housed in our hearts?

The reality is that we can’t fix ourselves. If we could, we wouldn’t even be having this conversation, would we? A wound so much bigger than us takes a God so much greater than us. My whole life attests to this Truth. “God heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. He cures our pains and our sorrows.”

(Psalm 147:3).

Notice this Healer won’t merely offer a patch. He doesn’t simply soothe the pain.

It’s in the Father’s very DNA to stay the course with the brokenhearted, completely mending and restoring the shattered pieces. This Healer sticks it out with those who feel left out. He bends down to those who feel let down. You’ll never have all the answers but you can rest your life in the One who IS the Answer.

It’s time. The wall isn’t budging. Besides, you weren’t made for pain. You were created for purpose. Stop slamming into the same hard places. Spread your wings.

Fly in a new direction that makes you better, not bitter.

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Now, back to that crazy bird. He’s pitiful, just pitiful. Help me, Lord!

For comments or prayer, contact Dr. Lanier at www.HopeCommunityChurch.tv.

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Ryan’s Restaurant 719 Coliseum Drive, Winston-Salem, NC 27106 • 336.724.6132 Monday-Thursday 5-9:30pm • Friday & Saturday 5-10pm

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very month, I review a restaurant in the area…and just about every month, there’s always one dish that stands out among the rest. One dish that I remember the next day, the next week, the next month as something I need to have again very soon.

This month, the entire meal is that one dish! Seriously…there was not a single frontrunner…they were all award-winning quality.

Ryan’s has been offering the people of the Triad “an escape from the ordinary” since 1977. Dining there truly is an escape…nestled in the trees with gorgeous views of large oak trees and a soothing stream with comfortable, upscale décor.

Owners Jeff and Dennis spoiled us…just like every other guest!

Appetizers: Fried Brie – Almond panko-crusted fried Brie served over raspberry coulis, petite salad, balsamic reduction and toasted almonds. Wonderful paired with either the pretzel bread or yeast rolls…creamy with just the right amount of crusty breading.

Mussels – Steamed in white wine and tarragon-garlic butter. My parents joined me for this review, and it was so funny to listen to them reminisce about all the times they had dined at Ryan’s many years ago, and the dishes they had always ordered.

Mussels was one of those dishes, and my dad said they were just as he remembered: perfect! He also said they always ordered the French onion soup…which leads to our next item!

French Onion Soup – Baked with mozzarella cheese and Parmesan. Best French onion soup I have ever had, hands down. I normally leave the onions behind because there are always too many, and they normally never have much flavor, but this was perfect! Just the right amount of everything…so much so that when I offered my friend a bite, she had to order one for herself!

Entrees: Beef Tenderloin Tips – Caramelized onions de-glazed with French onion bourbon bordelaise sauce over buttermilk mashed potatoes and steamed broccoli florets. The sauce on this dish was divine…and the buttermilk mashed potatoes were creamy but not perfectly smooth…just the way mashed potatoes should be!

NY Strip – Ryan’s specialty 14-ounce aged cab. Cooked to a perfect medium…with just enough seasoning to allow you to enjoy the genuine flavor of the meat.

Served with a choice of side, so of course, we went with macaroni and cheese. It put my blue box mac and cheese to immense shame.

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Pork Special – Maple-glazed, 10-ounce on-the-bone pork chop served with mashed sweet potatoes and blackberry sage salsa. Juicy and flavorful!

The maple for the maple glaze comes from the maple trees behind Ryan’s. They are tapped, and Ryan’s cooks the sap down to make a spectacular glaze to serve to customers. Such a unique and special twist! Ryan’s knows how to cook pork!

Shrimp & Grits – Jumbo shrimp and organic, stoneground grits. Red pepper, red onion, blistered cherry tomatoes, grilled Andouille sausage and a white wine, cream and Parmesan reduction.

Desserts: Black Mountain Blackberry Chocolate Cake – This was a special for the night…and while I normally try to order menu items that will absolutely be available to order no matter when you choose to pay a visit, I decided that maybe if I wrote about this dessert and described how unbelievably light, yet indulgent it was, that maybe the great minds who assemble the menu might decide to make it a permanent addition!

Fresh Seasonal Berries in a Caramel Pecan Shell – Topped with fruit sauces and whipped cream. I sometimes forget how delicious fresh fruit is, but wow… give me blueberries, raspberries and strawberries in a caramel pecan shell any day!

Ryan’s is nothing short of perfection.

From the moment you park, you will be amazed at the attention to detail and the feeling that you are stepping into a spectacular resort getaway located deep in the woods. Suddenly, everything seems very far away in the best way possible.

The next time you decide to treat yourself to an outstanding dinner, the only place you should even consider is Ryan’s …just make sure you tell them Rosey sent you!

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Raising a Southern Gentleman

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hett Butler will always and forever be the epitome of Southern Gentility. As a southerner, I had planned for my son to also be a southern gentleman. However, flash forward 17 years…my non-conformist teenager has never fit a mold, and I decided a long time ago that it was okay. He marches to his own drumbeat, and as long as he is kind and considerate to others, that has mattered more to me than forcing him to wear stereotypical shoes that weren’t a proper fit. At our house, it isn’t about being a southern gentleman. It’s about being a gentleman.

Period.

Because what does southern matter? Isn’t being kind and considerate to others the ultimate goal for any parent, no matter which geographic region they happen to live in?

Manners matter, and they will never go out of style (despite our media suggesting otherwise!) The way a man acts, the way he responds to various challenges and the way he treats others is something that should be engrained at an early age. These are the things that can help to shape a gentleman.

Still, parents are often fighting an uphill battle between the lessons they want to teach and outside influences.

For instance, the simple matter of holding open a door for a lady – I know plenty of grown men who are afraid to do this for fear of unleashing some feminist wrath. However, I expect it from my son. I think the majority still prefer this small gesture. If he should ever inadvertently cross paths with someone who feels otherwise, then, I hope he will have the graciousness to simply walk away.

Other gentlemanly behaviors I expect my son to embrace: Being on time. This is just a matter of being polite whether you’re a man or a woman. Everyone has those occasions where, no matter what, they are late for an event or appointment. But, it should be the exception rather than the rule. Chronic lateness sends the message that “my time is more important than yours.”

Respect opinions that you don’t agree with. Everyone has a right to his or her own opinion, and a disagreement in viewpoints isn’t an invitation to name call and finger point. One of the greatest strengths is the ability to walk away, even believing you are right.

If you see someone who needs a helping hand, then lend one. Whether it’s someone who can’t reach something on a shelf in the grocery store, or it’s someone who is struggling to carry a heavy load, offer assistance.

Demonstrate compassion and empathy. Having feelings isn’t a sign of weakness; it’s an indicator that you’re human. Showing other people that their feelings are valid and understood goes such a long way.

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Don’t play games or use people. Boys have a bit of an unfair reputation for using others especially where girls are concerned. I say it’s unfair because the truth is that girls can be just as guilty. But, a gentleman doesn’t give any opportunities for people to make this assumption about them. They are forthright, honest and kind. They live by the motto of treating others the way they want to be treated.

Get out of your car, and ring the doorbell.

I would snatch my son bald if I learned he had picked up his girlfriend with the honk of a car horn or sending a text message. If she’s important enough for you to spend your evening with, get your butt out of the car, and ring the doorbell.

Call when you say you’re going to call. It’s a pretty well established fact that girls are more talkative than boys, but if you’ve made a promise to call, then do it.

Watch your language. These days, people drop four letter words like they are nothing, no matter who is within earshot.

Be mindful of your surroundings, and just watch your mouth.

There are millions of other words to use. Pick another one.

Make eye contact with a woman. She’s not a piece of meat, and a gentleman knows how to look her in the eyes for a conversation.

Dress for the occasion. I know that this generation loves t-shirts (what’s not to love?) But, have some pieces in your wardrobe that can be used for more formal occasions and at least one suit and tie. There are some occasions for which a t-shirt or casual attire is simply not appropriate such as a wedding, a funeral or even a job interview!

Being a gentleman isn’t assuming that women are the weaker sex.

The truth is that women are capable of opening their own doors and carrying their own luggage. But, making the effort is a way to demonstrate your respect, not your dominance. These tiny little life skills and gestures will carry any man far, and he will be recognized as a true gentleman -- whether he’s from the south or not.

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Not many. So, if you try on one size and it’s too small, but the next size up is too big, you’re not alone. In fact, you're in the majority.

Consider buying the size that is a little big and getting it altered.

I truly believe the biggest thing you can do for your look, besides being sure to get a good night's sleep, is to make sure your clothes fit properly.

ow many times have you gone shopping and finished empty-handed and frustrated because nothing seems to fit?

I know that has happened to all of us at some point.

My guess is that it is more likely for women to have an unproductive shopping trip than a really successful one. There are various reasons for a frustrating shopping trip, but I believe one of the main reasons is that we expect clothes to fit us without alterations. Don’t get me wrong – I wish I could try something on and have it fit perfectly right off the rack, but for the most part, that does not happen to me.

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For some styles of clothes, like cotton shirts or t-shirts, the fit doesn't have to be perfect to look nice. However, pants, jackets, blouses and jeans—yes I said it, even jeans—usually need to be altered. I know what you’re thinking… “I don’t want to pay money for a piece of clothing that doesn’t fit and I don't want to have to pay more money to get a piece altered when I already paid to purchase it.” I get it, and I don’t want to pay any more than I have to either. Unfortunately, though, this is the case for most people. You can be wearing a beautiful outfit, but if it doesn’t fit, it simply isn't going to look right on you! And, if you are holding out for a perfect fit without alterations, you will probably be waiting for a long time. If it helps, try thinking of the alterations as part of the price of the clothing. If you read my March Fashion Forward column, you will remember I talked about cost per wear. If you think about it this way, you will see that the extra money spent to alter something is worth it and, when calculated over time, the cost is negligible.

So, before you throw in the towel and give up on shopping, think about fit. When you are trying on clothes, look and see if it can be altered to give you the fit you want. If you don’t think you have an eye for this, ask a personal stylist or seamstress to help you evaluate a piece. When your clothes fit properly, you look and feel dramatically better.

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A Forsyth Woman in Saudi Arabia

By Sara Migliarese

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n January of this year, my department chair asked if I would like to teach physical therapy for 10 days in Saudi Arabia. I have to admit that I did not jump for joy at the opportunity. An offer to teach overseas in Brazil, or Australia, or even China would have sounded much more appealing than Saudi Arabia, where women’s’ roles in society are so different from home. After a little coaxing, I agreed to join two colleagues from Winston-Salem State University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program, Dr. Lynn Millar and Dr. Hamdy Radwan, and travel to a hot, sandy country to teach a profession that I love.

The trip was scheduled for April and that meant researching life in Saudi Arabia (especially for women) in order to successfully and safely visit this country.

I learned that Saudi Arabia was an absolute monarchy governed by strict Islamic laws that dictated dress, education, a ban on alcohol, and even driving restrictions for women. The Islamic principle of modesty required that women cover their heads in public and wear black abayas or other black clothing that covers everything under the neck with the exception of the hands and feet. Failure to abide by these rules, even for foreign women, could result in police action. Women are not allowed to drive in Saudi Arabia, vote without a male guardian’s permission (and they just received this right in 2015), or live on their own without being married. They must also sit in separately designated areas in restaurants that have a partition to prevent them from being seen while eating. Women do attend

universities, typically segregated ones, and make up 51% of the college graduates, though only 13% of the workforce.

Permission to attend school or to work has to be granted by a male guardian. There are many other issues of discrimination against women in the courts.

While I certainly did not agree with this weak status for women in a country that I did not fully understand, I did strongly feel the need to help educate young female students there at Qassim University. Several universities were established after 2000 in an attempt to modernize the workforce and Qassim was the first Doctor of Physical Therapy program in Saudi Arabia. So on Good Friday, we started our journey to Buraydah, Saudi Arabia, armed with a government visa, a computer full of lectures, and head scarves. After a 24-hour trip we arrived in a hot, sandy, brown dessert and the city of Buraydah. We were chauffeured everywhere and followed by a body guard throughout our trip. We were the only women in the airports dressed in Western clothes and we stood out like sore thumbs.

My initial feelings of nervousness and conspicuousness quickly turned to excitement and anticipation of exploring a new country (at least new to me). Our driver, Salah, spoke wonderful English, as did most Saudis we met, and he was very friendly and helpful. The students, faculty, and Saudis that we met were almost all friendly and helpful. Adjusting to the 8-hour time difference was probably the most difficult part of the whole trip.

We started teaching the next day, Sunday, at the girls’ university and began our week as rock stars! I had the pleasure of teaching neurologic physical therapy to 17 eager, attentive upper level students who wanted to be Facebook friends, take selfies with me, and perform well on tests and practical exams. These girls asked excellent questions, despite being shy, and danced out in the rain for the 5 minutes that it

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sprinkled one day. For a week we reveled in the joy of knowing that what we said and did made a huge difference in the education of these curious, brave girls. The university arranged for us to experience a little of the local culture in the evenings, which required a chauffeur and body guard for safety. We visited a market with open-air shops selling jewelry, scarves, black robes, and lots and lots of Turkish coffee pots and dates. We were in the “date” capital of the world! We drove to the desert (farther out in it) to ride camels, drink camel milk, visit a traditional historical village (like going to Old Salem but hot and sandy), and run out of gas!

Gas everywhere, but none in the tank! Even that unfortunate event turned into a lovely evening sitting under the night sky in the desert on Arabian cushions, watching the stars come out.

A little like churches in the South, in Saudi Arabia there is a mosque on every corner.

Five times a day the tall mosque towers would blast the call to prayer and people would close store doors, roll out their prayer rug and pray toward Mecca. Also like the South, fast food restaurants were prominent, including Kentucky Fried Chicken, Hardees, and McDonald’s. And unfortunately, obesity is as high as 40% among women who can’t leave their home without an escort or chauffeur to take a walk, exercise, or take their children to a park. There were signs in the local newspaper that women are starting to request (demand is too strong a verb) changes to the political system, dress code, and work opportunities. The Saudi women must have an incredible amount of patience and perseverance, because I just about went crazy not being able to exercise in a gym for 10 days!

There is so much to share about this trip that it is hard to highlight only a few experiences, but it is easy to say that the people I met were one of the best parts of the trip, especially the physical therapy students. The desire to learn is easy to understand in any language!

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The Gruff, Loveable Dad here are moments in a girl’s life when she acknowledges that she is, in fact, a daddy’s girl. Personally, I believe this term is complimentary to a father since he must be a great man to win over a bright young girl. Sometimes it’s the actions, not necessarily the words, that help define our labels. I can recall those Saturday mornings when I was invited to run errands with Dad in our paneled station wagon. Without thinking, the words “yes” would instantly be voiced. I was undeniably not a graceful, feminine child in those early years, but a tomboy. In visiting his preferred home improvement store, I learned to appreciate the smell of fresh cut lumber. And, among other teachings, differentiate between a quality or bowed two-by-four. Of course, there were other advantages, too. When picking up a newspaper, he’d select “Whoppers Malted Milk Balls” or “Twizzlers” candy for me. Dad would say something causal such as “I got these for you.” By not saying what he really meant, he handed me the small package to make me feel content by his side.

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When you love your dad, you don’t realize he may have flaws. Because in your eyes, he is perfect for what he says and does.

My father was gruff. His tone of voice was harsh at times and yet, I could interpret his sounds, silences, and actions with, perhaps, a different meaning. A girl learns her dad may not say emotional words, but his love was displayed in other ways. On a random day, he

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may delight her with the record “Sergeant Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band” or decide to wash and vacuum her car. There are great lessons in having a gruff dad, especially when her own relationships expand to a greater definition.

With time, the gruff dad can change into a more reflective and communicative man. As I was standing in my college dorm room, I distinctly recall feeling amazed that he dialed my number by himself, and was pleased to hear those ever important, rarely heard words, “I love you.” My dad never regressed backward, but constantly moves forward in a wonderful balance of open communication, gesture, and action. From the love of a daughter comes unconditional love. I hope he knew that in my lack of words during those early years.... I loved him, too!

It took almost 38 years for me to fully realize the blessings a daughter provides a father. I know my own daughter and I have a lifelong bond on many levels; yet, she, too, is a daddy’s girl. Regardless of her day, she will divulge the good or the bad, along with details, to her daddy. She knows he will praise her efforts and remind her that tomorrow will be a better day. And, when nightmares frighten her, she’ll come to him for protection and comfort.

It doesn’t take a special holiday for daughters to realize the impact our dads made in our lives. In addition of the years of guidance and countless teachings, we are also appreciative of the unconditional love that was given to us. No wonder we all claim to have the best dad in the world. Happy Father’s Day to all dads!

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Williams Chiropractic ‘Gotta Get Thin’: Weight Loss Transforming the Body Inside and Out

By Carolyn S. Peterson

An Individualized Plan with Results If you’ve ever tried to lose weight (and who hasn’t?), you know there’s no ‘one-size-fits all’ weight loss program. We are all different, as are our bodies and the nutritional and hormonal imbalances that we have. Targeting your specific hormone makeup is the key to fast and effective weight loss. “The Gotta Get Thin technology gives us an individualized plan under doctor supervision, basically taking your own hormonal ‘fingerprint’ and determining the exact ingredients you need to bring your body into an optimal place, and also to become healthier in the process. Some of our patients have been able to either lower or discontinue their medications associated with the treatment of health issues like cholesterol, diabetes and fibromyalgia,” stated Diane.

or 20 years, Dr. Paul Williams, chiropractor/owner of Williams Chiropractic, has been helping his patients live healthier lives. In his practice, Dr. Williams has had many patients complain of pain in their joints and low back, in some cases related to weight gain. Recognizing the impact that weight gain has on overall health, Dr. Williams set out to find a program that not only helps people lower that number on the scale, but also restores proper hormonal balance, resetting their metabolism so they remain in fat-burning mode and achieve better overall health. He found what he was looking for with his program, Gotta Get Thin, and introduced it to his patients after he and his wife, Diane, lost 45 and 30 pounds, respectively.

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Much More Than Losing Weight The doctor-supervised Gotta Get Thin program focuses on much more than losing body weight and pounds. In fact, it’s not exclusively a weight-loss program, although the numbers on the scale will reduce dramatically. “Unlike traditional diets, we start each patient with a body composition analysis and closely monitor several key markers, including body mass index, visceral fat rating, hydration level and metabolic age. Visceral fat, often referred to as ‘the dangerous fat,’ located in the mid-section of the body, is especially bad because it puts pressure on the vital organs, such as the heart and lungs, which can lead to serious medical problems,” said Dr. Williams.

The 40-day program does not use fad diet tricks with pre-packaged food, shakes or bars. Rather it uses sound diet techniques, customized to each person, with an average weight loss of 20-45 pounds. “We use technology to find out what is going on with each person and then we balance things nutritionally. The system analyzes 2,800 different biological markers, using resonant frequency technology, determining what kind of nutritional support is needed to bring one’s body into its optimal state of fat burning and health. A patient may need supplements to help balance their hormone or vitamin levels. It’s very different than other weight loss programs. In the year since we started the Gotta Get Thin program, we have had great success with helping people get fit bodies and become healthier. Following the 40 days of fat loss, Gotta Get Thin will reset your metabolism so you can keep the weight off for good…results guaranteed,” Diane Williams, weight loss consultant for Gotta Get Thin, commented.

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After initially being a skeptic, Joe of Greensboro lost 50 pounds on Gotta Get Thin! “I have been on the Gotta Get Thin program since January 2015,” he said. “Dr. Williams told me about it after he and his wife lost a lot of weight. I have to admit, it sounded too good to be true, but since it was guaranteed, I tried it.

It worked better than I had expected. I lost 50 pounds; my blood tests are now normal and my cholesterol dropped 60 points to a now healthy level. The program was easy to follow and I wasn’t really hungry. I would recommend this program to anyone who has weight they want to lose.”

For us women, sometimes it takes a special occasion like a reunion or wedding to inspire us to make changes to lose weight. Patty, from Greensboro, had gained 60 pounds over a relatively short period of time due to a medical condition, but when her son announced that he would be getting married, Patty decided to get on the Gotta Get Thin program. “In addition to not wanting to be ‘fat’ in my son’s wedding photos, my knees, feet and hips were not tolerating my weight gain well. I always seemed to be hurting, so it was time to do something, but I’d never had success on other diets. I heard the radio ad about Dr. Williams and his weight loss program, and the fact that it was doctor supervised, and since it was guaranteed, I figured I didn’t have anything to lose except the weight! I made the changes needed after my consultation and analysis, following the program, doing everything recommended.

I was very strict with myself, not cheating at all and was extremely happy with my results of 37 pounds in 44 days and a total of 62 pounds in 4 months and 4 days. Diane had great recipes to follow so I never felt deprived and my boyfriend, who was not on the program, lost 22 pounds just as a benefit of how I changed my cooking habits. I am no longer having to take my cholesterol medicine and I rarely have issues with my joints anymore,” Patty commented.

For Adina Klima, Doctor of Pharmacy, her weight loss journey was like many, in that she

lost weight, only to regain it. But with Gotta Get Thin, she finally got the results she wanted. “I had spent the majority of my life losing weight, gaining it back and repeating that cycle over and over. I wanted to end this cycle and I happened to see an ad for fat loss that promised to reset my metabolism with a new type of technology that I was familiar with. I watched the video on Dr. Williams’ website and it resonated deeply with my philosophy on health care. As a pharmacist, I am open to alternative methods of healing and I believe that our bodies know exactly what we need in order for us to feel and look our best. The idea that I could have a completely customized fat loss program that would also reset my metabolism to end the yo-yo dieting cycle forever was very appealing. I had 20 pounds to lose and I accomplished my goal,” Adina stated.

Julia of Greensboro began the Gotta Get Thin program in December 2014, thinking that if she could stay on the plan through the holidays, she would be successful. “I went in to my first visit with Dr. Williams and Diane to get more information about the program. I had been on other diets and had little success, but I knew I had to do something. Gotta Get Thin has given me a whole new outlook on the way the foods I was eating affected my body. I lost 38 pounds in 40 days, starting on December 3, 2014 and only had a couple of cravings during the holidays. I have just finished my second 40 days and I am down another 26 pounds. I feel great and have an appreciation on my choices and the fact that what I eat affects how I feel,” said Julia.

Patients on the Gotta Get Thin program visit each week with Dr. Williams during their 40 days to discuss any concerns they may have along the way, share their experiences for that week and to also get the support that they need.

“By following our program, we help our patients to get their bodies into the optimum fat burning zone, creating balance in their bodies to go beyond weight loss by creating a lifetime of health. Losing weight makes us feel better about the way we look, but feeling good from the inside out is where healthy living really starts,” Diane stated.

For more information or to schedule a consultation, call 336-778-1057 or visit www.gottagetthin.com. Initial consultation cost is $27.

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Space That’s Safe, Secure & Versatile

By Martie Emory

acking, moving and realizing you may have to store what’s left behind is never a fun endeavor. Even when it’s a happy reason – college, marriage or a brand new career – it can be a struggle to find spots for everything you own. It’s likely those boxes that are now headed to a storage unit hold household items you can’t quite part with, such as toys you aren’t ready to pass on and memories of one kind or another that you want to keep, but may not have space for in your new home.

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supply imaginable, as well as locks to secure your unit. If you’re looking for flexibility, their storage units can be rented on a monthto-month basis with no long-term contract.

Like most things these days, renters want space to be affordable, easily accessible and, above all, clean and safe. Moore Self Storage covers all those bases and more. Their happy customers find the one constant with the company’s staff is a friendly, personal touch, whether you reach them by phone or during an in-person visit.

Sylvia Walker, site manager of the Clemmonsville Road location, loves the company’s versatility.

When you lock your unit and drive away, you’ll know your treasures are in good hands and that’s a comforting thought when you’re facing a big move across town, an out-of-state relocation or simply sending a child off to college. Whether you’re storing boxes of mementoes, furniture or appliances, your valuables are housed in well-lit storage units with gated access (you’ll be given your own personal code) and with 24-hour digital surveillance cameras always on the job. They’ve also recently added an additional building of brand new climate-controlled units at the Westpoint Boulevard location. The climate control feature is very important for older furniture, pianos and electronics.

As a new customer bonus, if you rent a 10’ x 10’ storage unit or larger, you’ll enjoy free use of their 15’ moving truck or cargo van when it’s time to move in. If you’re short on time and some of the necessary details slipped your mind, they also offer every packing

Moore Self Storage also realizes everyone’s storage needs are different – and their available options cover larger needs as well.

Not just for families in transit, these storage units are perfect for pharmaceutical reps and manufacturer’s reps who need to store product in a safe, convenient location, even for a short time.

“We are MOORE than just storage,” she says. “We have RV/boat units, warehouse units and office suites.”

Yes, office suites! If changing circumstances also find you in need of office space – perfect for budding small business owners, contractors or freelance professionals who may find they’ve grown out of their corner office at home and need off-site business accommodations – Moore Self Storage’s Westpoint Boulevard location offers first-floor office suites for rent with a short, two-year lease agreement.

Moore also has RV/warehouse units available, all 18’ high, with electronic doors, power and lighting, available in 15’ x 40’, 20’ x 45’ and 30’ x 40’ sizes. RV and boat parking is also available at the Clemmonsville and Westpoint locations. If you’re in need of outside parking, they have RV/boat parking that’s on a concrete slab, positioned at a 30-degree angle which is perfect for parking those recreational vehicles. You will be assigned your own personalized parking slot so there’s no need to worry about finding someone parked in your preferred spot the day you return from a long trip.

With additional storage sites in Pittsburgh, PA, Moore Self Storage is a business with a vision for keeping customers happy and giving them peace of mind about the very important things they’ve decided to store. For more information visit their website – mooreselfstorage.com – or call your specific location: 2589 W. Clemmonsville Road, 336-768-6461 3935 Westpoint Blvd, 336-768-6100 3125 University Parkway, 336-723-3110.

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Make Your Great Room “Great” throw pillows to help carry your eye around the room. This will be visually more pleasing.

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• Do plan for good lighting in your room.

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loor plans have evolved to suit the needs of families. Instead of lots of closed off rooms, most of the newer houses today have great rooms. Wikipedia defines a great room as a space within an Need help making your great room “great”? abode which combines the specific Give ReDESIGNS by Ava a call to schedule functions of several of the more an appointment.

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This client took advantage of ReDESIGNS Many times a great room will also have a by Ava’s consultation services to serve as a high or vaulted ceiling and a vast amount spark for her personal vision. of floor space. So how do you make this space feel welcoming, comfortable and • Consider the scale of the accessories cozy? Here are a few tips to help you also. Since there will be lots of space, but with this challenge: Before not necessarily lots of wall space, use larger, • Think about how your family will bolder art and accessories in a great room. use this space. Do you need an area for Even if you do a grouping, use larger pieces TV viewing, an area for a game table, an rather than lots of smaller ones. This will eating table, a conversation area in add a punch to your ‘great’ space. front of a fireplace, a chair for reading, a • Avoid the “funeral parlor” effect….or at writing desk, etc.? How you’ll live in the least that’s what I call it. Don’t line up the room will determine how to divide the After furniture against the walls. That leaves too living space. much space in the middle of the room. Pull • Define your living areas within the the seating areas away from the walls and The client was able to update her classic great room with rugs. Coordinate the create cozy conversation areas around a home while preserving the beautiful wood colors if using more than one rug. focal point such as a fireplace. Those empty work created by her husband.

• Use the right scale of furniture in a walls are not to be feared, they are great great room. Tall ceilings can make a great places to hang art, place a buffet or console, room feel out of balance. Tall furniture is a bench or a bookcase. a better choice if there are tall ceilings.

• Repeat elements with color, fabrics, art, Consider using a taller bookcase, an accessories, and the style of furniture. For armoire, taller backs on chairs and sofas, example, because there is usually no starting and taller accessories. or stopping point with the wall color; use • Choose larger sofas, an oversized the same color throughout the space. Or ottoman (coffee table), bigger chairs and repeat fabric patterns or colors on chairs or After of Both Rooms sometimes a sectional sofa for a great room. The scale of the space also lends I am honored that you read my column each month. It is my pleasure to share decorating itself to using heavier fabrics like chenille, ideas to help you create a beautiful home. tapestries and leather. Mix it up, Give ReDESIGNS by Ava a call for an Interior Redesign or help with your next though – don’t use all leather or all decorating project. Get to know more about ReDESIGNS by Ava at fabrics. www.TinyUrl/meetAva

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That way, they get the best of both worlds and technicians certified in both areas of their business.”

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hose of us lucky enough to have a Mac product, or several scattered throughout our homes as is the case in my household, know that problems are rare.

Because these products are so reliable, many of us are not sure what to do when something goes awry or a program needs explanation. Many big cities have large Apple stores where people trained specifically to handle Mac intricacies can handle any problem you throw their way. The Triad area is no large metropolis, but luckily, we still have Apple experts available to us at Triad Mac in Kernersville.

“Triad Mac was started by former Apple employees after they discovered the huge need for on-site support here in the Triad,” said Lead Technician Marko Rivas. “Owner Robert Phelps worked at Apple for more than six years as a trainer, technician and sales specialist. During this time, he was asked too many times, ‘Can I take you home with me?’

Until Triad Mac opened, the answer was unfortunately ‘no.’ Triad Mac’s goal is to help everyone in the Triad get the most out of their Apple technology, and what better way than delivering Apple’s amazing support right to your front door?”

The need for experts who are specifically trained in Mac technology is obvious. “Macs and PCs are vastly different,” said Phelps. “If you have someone work on your Mac who is not Apple certified it will actually void the warranty of your machine. Since Triad Mac specializes in only Mac, and its staff consists of former Apple employees certified in everything Apple, it is the best resource in the Triad for Apple support.”

No matter how big or small your question may be, Triad Mac is happy to help! “Triad Mac offers on-site support for consumers and businesses, as well as repair for Mac, iPhone and iPads,” said Phelps. “Triad Mac now even offers used Macs and setup for new Macs. If you need help getting Apple equipment running in your home or if your business relies on Apple hardware, the certified experts at Triad Mac are your go-to source. Triad Mac offers repair in the retail location in Kernersville with free hardware diagnostics for Macs and drop-off repairs for iPhones and iPads. We also have PC partners

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There are more than 500 customers in the Triad alone, and Triad Mac’s on-site assistance can be a lifesaver for clients’ business and personal Mac needs.

The centralized location in Kernersville makes this on-site service possible.

“Kernersville was the best place to be to make sure we could get to our clients throughout the Triad quickly.

We wanted Triad Mac to be easy to find, located right off of business 40.”

Above all, the experts at Triad Mac understand the importance of caring for Mac products properly. The investment in an Apple product can be a large one, so it is important they are given the best care available. “Apple products are some of the best in the world,” said Phelps. “You want to make sure you are getting the most out of them.

When you first get an Apple product, you want to make sure it is set up right and communicates with all of your other devices. Triad Mac will get you set up and going, making sure you don’t run into frustrating roadblocks. If something ever does go wrong, our friendly staff will make sure it gets fixed right away. The convenience of having someone come to your home or business and make sure everything is working the way you want it to is unparalleled. Having former Apple employees trained and certified in everything Apple gives you the best level of support you could possibly get.”

Triad Mac is located at 851 Old Winston Road, #109 in Kernersville. For more information, call 336.310.6622, email info@triadmac.com or visit the website at triadmac.com.

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Keller Williams Realty Triad Now Open For Service

By Kristen Bodford, Team Leader/Business Coach

By Pam Boyle

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imes have changed when it comes to effectively and efficiently representing our real estate clients. No one agent can be everywhere at the same time, which is why having a team of specialists is essential. With the team working together, we are able to handle each of these tasks simultaneously to meet the needs of our clients.

At The Pam Boyle Real Estate Group, we have two Buyer Specialists who focus on showing homes to buyers, hosting open houses and relocating buyers to our area.

After owning a successful relocation business in Atlanta, DeeDee Harrington’s experience allowed her to move directly into our Triad real estate market with outstanding customer service as a Buyer Specialist. She knows that the transition can be tricky, whether you are relocating from out of town or moving to a new neighborhood locally.

This understanding, in addition to her thorough knowledge of the market, contract negotiations and finance, sets her apart as an outstanding REALTOR in the Triad.

Our second Buyer Specialist is Allen Gentry (aka Mr. Pam Boyle), who is available after hours and on weekends. When our clients want to see a home on short notice, we do our very best to accommodate them, and that is where Allen comes in. With a thorough knowledge of the Triad and exceptional negotiating skills, he is an invaluable asset to our team.

In addition to our two experienced Buyer Specialists, we also have a full-time Executive Administrator, Maggie Phillips, whose main job is to keep our marketing and websites up-to-date, our clients informed of activity and feedback on showings, and our office running smoothly.

And then there is me, Pam Boyle, and I wear all of the hats! While focusing on the listing and marketing side of our business, I am also a Buyer Specialist. With over 25 years of helping sellers and buyers achieve their real estate goals and dreams, I am a stickler for “doing it right.” My team members are in full agreement.

Each member of The Pam Boyle Real Estate Group is an expert in a specific job. Simultaneously, we can show your home, get feedback on showings, negotiate contracts or inspection reports, and tour buyers who are new to our area. Let us know how we can work together to help meet your home buying or selling needs!

For more information, please contact Pam Boyle at sold@pamboyle.com or 336-682-7653.

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eller Williams, the largest real estate franchise by agent count in North America, recently announced that it has expanded its network to the Winston-Salem area with the opening of Keller Williams Realty Triad.

Led by Operating Principal Blake Ginther and Team Leader Kristen Bodford, the newest Keller Williams market center will offer Triad area buyers and sellers exceptional service and over 65 combined years of agent and staff experience.

“Keller Williams is excited about opening a new market center in Winston-Salem,” said CEO Chris Heller. “Our company has a policy of limiting its market presence by selecting only the premier partners in any given area. These individuals are top producers, or have the potential to be so. By maintaining our standards of excellence, we can provide Keller Williams customers with the best real estate experience possible.”

Keller Williams keeps its agents performing at the highest level by offering them leading-edge training and technology. The company’s models, systems and culture attract and retain the best in the business.

“We are proud of the way we do business and we hope Triad residents will think of us when they think of real estate,” said Ginther.

Keller Williams Realty, Inc. is the largest real estate franchise company in North America, with approximately 700 offices and 112,000 associates in more than a dozen countries around the world. The company has grown exponentially since the opening of the first office in 1983, and continues to cultivate an agent-centric, education-based, technology-driven culture that rewards associates as stakeholders. The company also provides specialized agents in luxury homes and commercial real estate properties.

The new Triad office is located at 280 Charlois Blvd, Suite 100 Winston-Salem, NC 27103. To contact Keller Williams Triad, call 336-283-8691 or email wskwoffice@gmail.com, or visit the website at kw.com to learn more.

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Repel Mosquitoes the Natural Way

By Lisa S.T. Doss

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Research has discovered many of our preferred plants of summer have a natural insect repellant oil called globules.

In educating ourselves on the names of these useful plants, we can surround our favorite places with a natural flowered protection.

Lavender Those beautiful, tall, fragrant, deep purple flowers have been used for centuries to scent homes, aid in relaxing the body, and promote sleep. To prevent insects, tie bouquets of lavender to the entryways to your house. Whether you prefer to pot or plant (or both), areas of lavender will keep your sitting areas fragrant and pest-free.

Rosemary Along with basil, chamomile, and a variety of mints, mosquitoes are also repelled by rosemary.

This easy-to-grow herb can reach five feet tall. Imagine growing rosemary using an ornamental pyramid or trellis near your porch. If potted, rosemary can be brought indoors when the weather dips below 30 degrees, and returned when the insects begin circulating in the springtime.

Catnip Give your kitty an extra scratching behind the ears. The catnip you plant is also helping to keep the insects away. Similar to the herbs in the mint family, catnip is best if planted in a container, especially in a hanging basket. Surprisingly, catnip is 10 times more effective than DEET (a chemical commonly found in insect repellents.) The next time you consider reaching for an insect

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repellent, try rubbing crushed catnip leaves on your skin. It is one safe way to warn against insects, especially mosquitoes.

Marigolds We often think of marigolds as ornamental border plants in our vegetable gardens to aid in the protection of tomato plants; however, due to its distinctive smell, marigolds also repel insects. While you are enjoying your time in the garden, continue to plant marigolds with the purpose of easing the mosquito population. In addition, potted marigolds in your window or situated near the entryway of your door may offer a pretty conversation piece. Please be mindful, however, that the bright blooms may attract wasps.

Bee Balm Also known as Bergamot, Bee Balm is a beautiful purple flowering plant that attracts butterflies, hummingbirds and bees. You may be familiar with the name since its dried leaves and flowers are used to scent sachets, lotions, or teas. Strategically placed, this plant may be an eye-catching attraction to your yard, while effectively repelling mosquitoes and other insects.

There are many pesticides on the market and it is difficult to know what harmful chemicals are used, especially when a high percentage of ingredients are “unknown.”

Creativity in placing hanging baskets or trellises can create a cozy environment for your family and friends who wish to sit on your porch with you – perhaps this is one way for humans to naturally battle the war against mosquitoes and other bothersome insects.

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By Stacy Leighton appy Father’s Day to you dads – you are truly remarkable. From the day you first held your child, you knew life would never be the same. Being a parent is awesome and terrifying. New dads might say, “How hard could it be? Babies don’t take up a lot of space, they smell sweet and they don’t talk, this’ll be a piece of cake.” You have learned a lot since then. You have risen to the challenge and mastered this parenting thing … well, in your own way.

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It is this unique way that dads parent that is a marvel to us, the moms. You will never do things the way we do, even with exhaustive coaching. And yet our children survive and are better for it.

We love you, dads – here are some of your stories and the lessons we learned.

Logic vs Emotion – “There’s no crying in baseball!” Our two year old daughter became inconsolable after her dad said “No!” He was confused. When I explained he had hurt her feelings, he said “I’m a guy, with brothers, not sisters. We don’t have feelings.”

Why? Agh!

Outside the Box Problem Solving – It was Dad’s first ‘full day’ alone with his 5 year old daughter and 6 month old son. The mother returned to find her children happy and well, but the house and Daddy looked like a tornado hit. She handed him a beverage. She asked why their son was wearing the pink sweatshirt she left their daughter in.

Daddy groaned “Because it was already dirty,” and collapsed on the couch.

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Have the Right Tools for the Job – Tim’s toddler had learned to pop the tabs on his diaper in his daily quest to be naked. The toddler proudly demonstrated this new skill at a dinner party. As his mother blushed, I watched Tim whip out the duct tape like Wyatt Earp at the OK Corral. With lightning speed and accuracy, he affixed the diaper in place. Seconds later, Tim was seated and eating as if nothing had happened.

Keep it Simple – Sally’s 6 year old son announced he had learned where babies came from at school. That night, Sally thought she’d have a laugh.

She asked her husband to talk to their son about the birds and bees ‘man to man.’ Agreeing to this, he got up to speak with their son. He returned in minutes. Sally looked at him quizzically “He said babies come from kissing and I told him he was right,” remarked her husband, as he deftly retrieved the remote control from Sally before it was even cold.

Look Before You Leap – Back in the day, Underoos were all the rage for little folks. The daddy presented these to his 4 year old son. He explained these were super hero clothes with capes. Minutes later, the little guy came in the back door all skinned knees and dirt. He had jumped out of the (first floor) window. “Well, Dad, these Underoos are broken, they don’t fly.”

Personal Grooming and Hygiene – One dad places a scrunchy on the end of the vacuum hose, sucks his daughter’s hair into it, slips the scrunchy into place and says ‘Bam! A pony tail.’ Same dad informs his son at sleep away camp to, “Save your laundry money – turn your dirty shirt inside out.

Bam! It’s clean.”

Creative Nutrition – There are eggs in cake – that’s protein.

Need I say more?

In your own wonderful way, you teach your children invaluable lessons. You are both tough and tender. You are our rock and our beacon. You make us laugh and dry our tears. The bravest of men, you cannot be scared because you have children! On Father’s Day, and always, I tip my hat to you.

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Making Wishes: A Conversation with Wishmaker, Keela Johnson

By Denise Heidel with Keela Johnson ast year, our publisher, Keela Johnson, was nominated for the W.I.S.H. Society, an initiative for Make-A-Wish® Central and Western North Carolina. She was challenged to raise $6,000 to grant the wish of a child, and it quickly evolved into a community endeavor. As we reflect on the last few months, we talked to Keela about her experiences as a Wishmaker.

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DH: What made you choose Make-A-Wish® for your fundraising campaign?

KJ: I have two beautiful children. One married and the other in college. They’ve been healthy and active throughout their lives and, other than my own personal experience with breast cancer almost ten years ago, my family and I haven’t had any health issues.

As a mother, my heart hurts for those families who do have to face these challenges.

I wanted to find a way to support those children and their families who are facing lifethreatening illness.

DH: What is the W.I.S.H. Society, and what does it mean to be a part of it?

KJ: The W.I.S.H. Society stands for Women Inspiring Strength and Hope. It’s an initiative for Make-A-Wish® Central and Western North Carolina, and it recognizes local women who are community philanthropists. Participants in the W.I.S.H. Society are nominated by peers, and when I got involved, the Triad class was really just getting off the ground.

In fact, I’m told that I was the first nominee in the Triad which is kind of fun!

DH: You organized a successful silent auction to support Make-A-Wish®…what kind of response did you get as you were organizing the event?

KJ: I knew that to raise $6,000 was going to require some legwork. Unfortunately, I also have very limited free time to do this sort of thing. Fortunately though, I have many great community connections. My team and I brainstormed ways to get the word out, and we decided to try a silent auction.

We knew we were headed in the right direction when we approached The Village Inn in Clemmons about hosting. Manager Lana Scholtfeldt had just returned from a trip to Hawaii – as a part of her own nephew’s Make-A-Wish® experience. Needless to say, we had cold chills at the coincidence, and The Village Inn, who has always been a great partner, was eager to be our host!

As we began to contact our advertisers and others within our circles about making donations, we began to see a true spirit of generosity and kindness within our community.

I was overwhelmed by the amazing donations that were made for this cause as well as the number of people who contacted us and asked how they could get involved! Paparazzi Hair Salon, for instance, hosted an event where proceeds went directly to our campaign.

Twin City Stage built a wishing well for donations to be collected before performances.

But going back to the silent auction – in all, more than $15,000 in products and services were donated by local businesses to the auction enabling us to have a room full of amazing items up for grabs! We had about 200 people at the auction and sold every item that was donated.

DH: What was the most rewarding part of the experience?

KJ: I was in awe at the way so many came together to support a cause. I’ve certainly seen this happen before with various groups I’ve been a part of – Komen and Hospice races and other fundraisers…but to see how so many volunteered and were eager to be a part of the campaign was truly humbling and rewarding.

DH: What advice do you have for someone who is interested in becoming a Wishmaker for Make-A-Wish®?

KJ: The best advice is to realize that you’re not an island. People are eager to help.

All you need to do is ask! The idea of raising $6,000 is daunting if you’re trying to do it alone. But, I asked for help, and at the end of the campaign more than $10,000 was raised. Make-A-Wish® is a trusted name, and people know that it’s an organization that has helped support children and families for years! Getting people on board is not a hard sell!

Learn more about Make-A-Wish® Central and Western North Carolina at NC.Wish.org.

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Ten Things

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By Katie Marsh

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hen it comes to money, most of us feel we’re living from paycheck to paycheck. We know that money pays the bills, buys our groceries, and (hopefully) when we save it properly, helps us live comfortably during our retirement. Everyone needs it. Everyone uses it. It can be given, earned, or even won. But no matter how we obtain it, there are some things that money just won’t buy.

1. Respect: Respect is earned and it doesn’t come from the treasury department. Respect is defined as “a feeling of deep admiration for someone or something elicited by their abilities, qualities, or achievements.” Money doesn’t increase abilities. It doesn’t provide talent. Money is about quantity, not quality.

After all, a used up, torn, and worn out $5 bill spends the exact same way as a fresh, crisp note. Finally, while achievement can often yield financial benefits, it doesn’t work the other way around.

2. Common Sense: No amount of money in the world can buy common sense. In fact, money can often cause the direct opposite effect of common sense, and push us to make rash, irresponsible decisions. Common sense is learned, not earned.

3. Manners: Saying “please” and “thank you” doesn’t cost a dime and yet, the value of these small words is of inestimable worth.

4. Happiness: Many people have amassed a fortune but find little value within themselves, and are unhappy with their lives. Many people make attempts to surround themselves with “things” in an effort to fill fulfilled, but the temporary high is short lived. Money doesn’t buy inner peace, self-worth, and any modicum of long-term happiness.

5. Love: The Beatles sang it, “Can’t buy me love” and it’s a universal truth – money can’t buy true love. It can purchase cheap imitations, but if all material possessions were stripped away, would it be genuine love for the person?

Or love for the money? Would it be there “for richer or for poorer”?

6. Friends: Just as money won’t buy true love, it’s not going to provide true friendships. Celebrities often make news headlines for bad behavior, surrounded by an entourage of “friends.” However, those people tend to disappear very quickly if the money runs out. A true friend is never bought; they are there through thick and thin.

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7. A Clear Conscience: Money isn’t going to give you a good night’s sleep. That’s going to come from a clear conscience when someone knows that they have done their best and treated others the way they would want to be treated.

8. Health: An abundance of money won’t keep disease away and is no guarantee for health.

Personal chefs and fitness instructors may help prevent genetically predisposed diseases, such as heart disease, but they can’t promise a clean bill of health forever.

9. A Good Character: Your character is who you choose to be… It’s about your own moral code and personal ethics. No amount of money in the world can buy you a good moral compass or strong work ethic. Those are things you have to build within yourself.

10. A Sense of Humor: Humor is something that comes naturally and with age. The best humor is light, fun, and often a bit self-deprecating. True humor doesn’t come at the expense of others. While money may buy more tolerance for bad humor, it will never purchase true, authentic belly laughs.

This is just the tip of what is really an endless list of the things that money won’t buy. We could keep going. Money isn’t going to buy you a great hair day or a guarantee for successful children. It’s not going to buy precious memories or more hours in the day.

Money gives us the illusion that we can have more and be more if we have more of it. However, I challenge you to take a moment to count the things in your life that money won’t buy. Perhaps you’re richer than you think.

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A Dream Realized

By Mary Hollingsworth

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t was almost four years ago when Denise Moseley and Kim Gleason started looking for a building to share.

Denise had, at that time, been cutting Kim’s hair for over 20 years and they had become close friends. The idea was that Denise would run a hair salon out of the building, and Kim would rent part of the space for a used horse tack shop. Denise had always supported local artists in her previous shops, so it was a given that local artists would be a part of this new shop, too.

Kim, whose daughter had been riding horses for years, saw a need in Forsyth County for a used tack shop and was excited about finding a space for such a place. In this dream shop, Denise would have her own area, Kim would have hers and they would share common areas. It was a win-win for both of them. The waiting area would look like a living area with everything being for sale so there was a constant rotation of items for purchase.

The break area was to be an open area for customers and clients. Ideally, there would be two entrances and two restrooms.

Denise and Kim found several buildings that they thought would work. One by one, these places were dropped. One place was in a noretail business zone, one was going to be way too expensive to renovate, and a third one was sold out from under them. Then a friend of Denise’s, a client, suggested that she check out a building that he owned. This building had sat empty for two years. The building, located at 2050 Griffith Road, was originally a fire department, then a tanning salon and then a Hispanic health

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clinic. There was more than enough room for Denise’s salon but, as it turned out, there wasn’t enough space for a tack shop. Kim was OK with this, though, and is now way too busy keeping up with the gift shop to run another store.

The building was a little overwhelming at first. There were five baths, one which has since been converted into a shampoo room.

One of the hair stylists has lead walls in her room because it was the old x-ray room. The fountain in the front was just a large bricked hole – one wall was covered with plywood, as a car had driven through the building. But, even with its overwhelming size (5000 square feet), and imperfections, it turned out to be perfect. With the help of family and friends, Kim and Denise painted and cleaned, added a fountain, had a couple of walls removed and brought everything up to code.

Farrago is now home to Denise’s hair salon, Kim Branch’s hair salon and Belle La Vie’s nail salon which is owned by Phany Watson and Tashika Lopez Russell. Denise has three hair stylists working with her, Jennifer Ward, Amanda Wilson and Alicia Frizzell. “We also have the best massage therapist in town at Farrago,” said Denise. “Her name is Mandy Walker Saxon.

Our newest addition to the Farrago family is Meika Sherrard. Meika is our skin care specialist, and she also does body waxing and make up. Several of our ladies are certified for spray tanning in our tanning room. Kim runs the gift shop in the front of the building, well technically, the gift shop has spread all over the building. So, when you stop in for a visit, feel free to walk all through the space.”

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Dining out to fight hunger in our community…

One bite at a time!

By Lucy Shaffer-Doherty, Crisis Control Ministry’s PR & Marketing Coordinator

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he first Tuesday in May every year, Crisis Control Ministry holds their signature Hope du Jour event with Forsyth County restaurants participating by agreeing to donate 10% of their day’s sales to help feed those who are hungry in our community. This year, 130 restaurants participated in Hope du Jour and they embraced the opportunity to have a great time while serving up, or eating out, for a good cause.

“Hope du Jour provides an opportunity for the entire community to support families who often struggle to meet their basic life needs,” said Margaret Elliott, Crisis Control Ministry’s Executive Director.

“I absolutely love walking into participating restaurants. You can feel the energy and the positive spirit. We are so very grateful to the participating restaurants and to the thousands of patrons who support the restaurants and those in our community who need help in financial crisis situations.”

Since the start of Hope du Jour, the community has eagerly anticipated this event for well over two decades. Some diners have been going to the same restaurants year after year, while others take the opportunity to try something different, maybe a restaurant they didn’t even know existed! You can try out that little coffee shop you always wanted to go to, or have lunch with your co-workers. There are restaurants that are open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert and anything in between! Since 1990, restaurants like Ryan’s Steakhouse and Midtown Café & Dessertery have faithfully supported this cause.

What is really exciting is the new restaurants discovering Hope du Jour and finding how profitable it is for them, as well as for the community we are trying to uphold.

their donation amount will go directly to serving those in our community who are in the middle of a crisis.

This year, Crisis Control Ministry held a 25th Anniversary Kick-Off Celebration Event at Southern Smoke Eatery & Tavern in Winston-Salem, a new restaurant to the event. Southern Smoke Eatery & Tavern joined Café Gelato, Grecian Corner, Vincenzo’s Italian Restaurant, Honky Tonk Smokehouse, Low Price Mart & The Grill, Jeffrey Adams and Forsyth Seafood & Café in providing a “tasting” for guests to try before the day of Hope du Jour arrived. Andy Lutz, Owner of Southern Smoke Eatery & Tavern said, “We are more than happy to participate in community causes such as Hope du Jour. This allows us the chance to give back and it allows the community to get to know us a little better.”

Crisis Control Ministry was beyond thankful that two of the three originators and founders of Hope du Jour could attend the Kick-Off event to share their thoughts about why they started Hope du Jour and why they believe it continues to be such a success. Both Murphy Gregg, the owner of Diamondback Grill, a participant for 25 years, and Downtown Diamondback, a participant for three years, and Candide Jones, one of the founders and a former writer for the Winston-Salem Journal, were there. Jones noted that, “Hope du Jour, on a good night, doubles numbers. We wanted it to be a win- win event for both restaurants and for Crisis Control Ministry.”

Our Executive Chef Level Sponsor, Wall Babcock, LLP, in union with our additional sponsors, assists in underwriting the costs for the event so that the restaurants who are participating know that 100% of

Josh Liebman, Owner of O’Brien’s Deli on Country Club Road in Winston-Salem, sampled his first taste of participation in Hope du Jour. Liebman shared with his customers via social media that, “We wanted to give a huge shout out to everyone who came out yesterday to support Hope Du Jour! It was a record setting day at

Village Tavern employees are geared up and ready to serve diners and their community!

Cathy Mills and friend decided to dine out at Cagney’s Kitchen in Winston-Salem for lunch to support Hope du Jour.

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welcome to our new patio Laura Bond enjoying breakfast at Cloverdale Kitchen. the deli and we could not have done it without you! Thank you again for making yesterday so special while supporting a great, local cause!”

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In addition, Crisis Control Ministry’s Millennial Committee held an event on Hope du Jour day, which also happened to be Cinco de Mayo. Over 125 people attended the Hope du Jour event at The Porch Kitchen and Cantina on the evening of May 5th. Crisis Control’s Millennial Committee’s mission is “Conceptualizing and executing creative strategies to promote awareness, volunteerism and philanthropy at CCM among the next generation of good will ambassadors.” Rachel Laird, a millennial and a senior at WinstonSalem State University’s School of Nursing remarked that, “I had such a blast at The Porch for Hope du Jour. Being able to have fun with my friends, post-exams, while helping others, is an awesome way to spend Cinco de Mayo. Cheers to Crisis Control Ministry for hosting such a fun way to promote this great cause!”

Judie Holcomb-Pack, Membership Sales at the Winston-Salem Chamber of Commerce and previous coordinator of Hope du Jour, said, “I’ve been eating out for Hope du Jour even before I started working at Crisis Control because I love this event! I especially love the way the restaurants are so enthusiastic and supportive.”

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A Winston-Salem Landmark

By Meghan E.W. Corbett

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here are many businesses in Winston-Salem, and through the years, those of us who have lived here the majority of our lives knew which new businesses likely would and would not make it. There is something about the people who live in Winston-Salem when it comes to businesses that are around long enough to celebrate amazing milestones like a 60th anniversary. These are the types of businesses with employees who have been involved for decades. They are part of the landscape of our city, and few are as recognizable as Hauser Rental’s main location on Stratford Road in Winston-Salem.

President Dennis Stewart has been with Hauser Rental for more than three decades. He started as a branch manager in 1978, was promoted to General Manager in 1984 and became the president in 2004. His involvement is the perfect example of company loyalty and perhaps the reason behind the success of Hauser Rental. “I have been with Hauser Rental for more than 35 years,” said Stewart. “In that time, I have been under a tent with three different presidents and shaken hands with many wonderful people. It is a fantastic business to be in.”

Since its humble beginning, Hauser Rental has prided itself in focusing on customer needs. Founder Denson Hauser, Sr. offered his tools for rent out of a shed in his backyard. The idea of allowing people to rent items they could not afford to buy was brilliant and extremely popular during that period in history. While the business quickly evolved beyond the rental of tools, it remained a staple in the community. “Due to market demand we have changed the focus from tool rental to special events and parties,” said Stewart. “We are always looking for new ideas in the market to see what we need to add. We are able to keep costs low for our customers because we shop around for our supplies; if we can find a better price, we will, and then pass along the savings to our customers. We also take into consideration what our customers are looking for when we buy equipment. We are adding a lot of linens these days – lots of different colors and fabric styles. If a customer wants a specific color or pattern we do not currently have in stock, we offer custom orders. The sky is the limit here…we just ask for at least a month’s preparation for custom orders, so we have time to plan and get it in here.”

Hauser Rental is famous for helping out with weddings, parties and other special events, but the amount of assistance available is likely even more than most realize. “Most people do not know that we have a good line of kitchen equipment,” said Stewart. “We have a portable kitchen, so if someone wanted to host an event on a remote location, we can accommodate that request. We can also provide air conditioning for the warmer months. With about 600 tents in stock, some that can accommodate as many as 4,000 people, we can help with just about any event.”

But perhaps the greatest feature of Hauser Rental is the dedication to promoting the community that has supported it through the years and through the ups and downs of the economy. “We like to take care of local needs,” said Stewart. “We give away lots of free equipment to those in need because we are very community-oriented. We have helped 15 organizations through the years in the area…it is part of our civic duty as a company, and while we do not believe in name dropping or taking credit for giving back, we like others to know it is important for companies to do their part.”

Hauser Rental has two locations in Winston-Salem. The main office is located at 1511 South Stratford Road, and the special events building is located at 2511 Empire Drive. For more information, call 336.765.6560, or visit the website at www.renthauser.com.

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THINGS THAT MAKE YOU

By Omar & Christie

Should You Date A Daddy?

f you are actively dating today you have most likely asked yourself this question, “Should I date a daddy (we are not talking Sugar Daddy, but a man with children)?” The online dating sites ask you this question, along with, “Do you want a smoker, or an athlete, or an intellectual, or a 20-30 year old?”—you get the picture. There is no “one size fits all” answer to this question, but it is an important dating filter to consider prior to entering into any relationship. “It depends” is probably the most common answer to this question.

Or sometimes a potential Mr. Right may help you change your mind about children after a few dates. Otherwise the answer could be a hard “no” or an iffy “maybe” or a resounding “yes.” So, should you give a dad a chance?

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If you answered this question with a “no,” there may be several good reasons why this is the best choice for your dating situation. Maybe you have raised a family already and are ready for time for yourself, and for romance and adventure.

You built your nest, gave your chicks values and wings, and sent them on their way. Now it is time for weekend getaways, walks on the beach, and wine with dinner across from a blueeyed hunk that might just make it your lucky night. This may sound selfish, but being honest with yourself about children and being honest with anyone you are dating is important from the outset if you are serious about commitment. And there is nothing wrong with choosing a lifestyle that works best for you without children in the picture, whether you are young and not ready for this responsibility, or more mature.

If you answered “yes” to dating a daddy, this definitely increases the playing field as many single dating adults are either divorced with children, widowed and raising a family, or have not started a family yet and would like to start. While saying yes opens more doors for dating, it complicates the situation and requires flexibility, organization, and a different set of dating priorities if children are already in the picture.

Deciding when to tell your new date that you have kids (preferably right away) can be a delicate situation, as well as when to introduce your new man to your children (or vice versa) or when to meet his children. Do you vacation with Mr. Right and his children? Do you “stay over” at his place with his children there? Answers to these questions are influenced by a variety of factors such as the age and personalities of the children, any co-parenting situations as the result of divorce, or your comfort level and experience with children, whether yours or his. Honest, open communication

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and gradual contact with any children involved may reap benefits later in a relationship and make any future breakup less complicated.

Breaking up with a “daddy” is hard enough, without having to break up with his children, too.

Keeping an open mind about “maybe dating a daddy” could also work for women who approach life and dating with less intention and more chance. They may take life as it comes and decide to see how the romance goes first, regardless of children, and learn how to work romance around children later in the relationship. They may decide that true love will conquer all and be able to bend and flex with the challenge of blending families, raising his children, or starting a new family. For them, a daddy could present the complete package, a caring lover who is also great with kids. That’s like winning the lotto, but with much better odds.

If you are already dating a daddy (or are married to one), then congratulations and we hope you have a wonderful Father’s Day planned for your man. May we suggest some private time so he can be “Big Daddy” and not just the “Baby Daddy?”

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Making an in Yadkin County

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By Denise Heidel

magine a collaboration of 43 churches and 900 individuals coming together to serve a community. And imagine that at the center of it all is one man whose vision has impacted hundreds of lives in Yadkin County.

Meet Chris Hauser, the man behind Impact Yadkin. A man with a mission and a heart for service, Chris spent much time on the mission field before he decided to bring his missions closer to home.

Chris, along with his friend Brent Winslow, launched Impact Yadkin in 2009. The program has quadrupled in size since its inception and it has touched hundreds of lives in this community.

“This year,” said Chris, “our theme is ‘To Serve.’ We’ve based our focus on Romans 15:1 – 6 which says, ‘We who are strong ought to bear with the failings of the weak and not to please ourselves. Each of us should please our neighbors for their good, to build them up.

For even Christ did not please himself but, as it is written: “The insults of those who insult you have fallen on me.” For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through the endurance taught in the Scriptures and the encouragement they provide we might have hope. May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude of mind toward each other that Christ Jesus had, so that with one mind and one voice you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.’”

The message of service has certainly resonated with past events.

Over 120 families have benefited from Impact Yadkin. They have been fed, housed, homes have been renovated, including basic home improvement, and in some cases, wheelchair ramps have been added for increased mobility. Additionally, Impact Yadkin has helped maintain a daycare facility and sponsored seven vacation bible schools. “Without question, lives, hearts, and families have been changed,” shared Chris.

Heather Stone, a volunteer with Impact Yadkin, agrees. “Impact Yadkin is an amazing mission opportunity!” she said. “Our whole family participated in the last event, and we are excited to be serving again this year! Our teenagers are learning firsthand the value of helping others.”

There are three ways in which one can become involved in Impact Yadkin. The first is to simply commit to prayer. Pray for the volunteers and the recipients of these services. Pray that others will be moved to give, and pray for the safety of all those involved.

Secondly, Impact Yadkin accepts monetary donations to help with building supplies and food. Third, to volunteer your time, please contact 469.2758 for more information.

“The mission of Impact Yadkin is to build lives and change our community through service, as well as the sharing of the Gospel of Jesus Christ,” stated Chris. “Our common goal is to lead people to the Lord and change hearts for Christ.”

More information about Impact Yadkin may be found online at MagnifyMinistries.org. Find them on Facebook or call 469-2758.

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he dictionary defines a hero as “a person who is admired for great or brave acts or fine qualities.”

Of course, that word is subjective and can mean different things in everyone’s eyes. What is not subjective is the need most all people have to see those qualities in other people. It is a need to believe in greatness. It is a desire to believe that honor, selfishness, and bravery can be achieved. It is simply hope.

Fortunately, on June 26 and 27, everyone will be close to a hero, as the Gateway YWCA and the Forsyth County Special Olympics present the Superhero Spectacular. This first-time event will feature a one mile fun run, a 5K race, a 10k race, and a Zumba party, and all this as participants are encouraged to dress as their favorite superhero. The special part is that all race registration fees go to give a Special Olympics participant a YWCA membership.

The idea behind the event is to raise money to give Special Olympics participants a chance to train for their event in an environment where they can truly succeed. “The Gateway YWCA and Forsyth County Special Olympics decided to team up to host an event that is not only fun for everyone involved, but offers a solution to the question of where the athletes can train. It is also intended to bring awareness to the Special Olympics community and their efforts to encourage their athletes to stay strong and healthy!” says Kristen Williams, the Assistant Fitness Director and the Events and Marketing Coordinator for the Gateway YWCA. “This race will consist of a Friday night Zumba party kick-off. Saturday will have a one mile fun run, as well as timed 5K and 10K Superhero-themed races through downtown-Winston Salem. Participants can dress as their favorite superheroes to add some extra charisma to the atmosphere.

The idea is to raise awareness that we are all heroes. We help each other push past what society deems as normal.

We help each other exceed the expectations of the past and, as a result, we create a happy, healthy future! As we creatively build this future generation, we are giving back to those ambitious athletes, just like ourselves, who don’t have a fitness center to call their own, and are now creating a place to improve upon daily healthy living,” she continues.

The community can get involved as well, as each race registration will provide a one year membership to one athlete. The community can also help by running the race or by telling others about the race. If a person does not want to run, they can always simply sponsor an athlete to have that membership at the Gateway YWCA. The benefits of these memberships are tremendous, according to Williams. “These memberships provide a safe and sustainable place for these athletes to continue training for their upcoming games, have a community of others with like interests, and encourage them to be a part of something bigger.

They will inspire and they will be inspired,” concludes Williams.

The Superhero Spectacular is a unique event that will bring together athletes from all areas of the community with a variety of skills and abilities. It is an opportunity to be a part of something that is truly helping others. Ironically, it is also an opportunity to witness heroes at work and at play, and all you have to do is look around.

Details for the event can be obtained by contacting the Gateway YWCA or by visiting superherospectacular.com or the Facebook Page, Superhero Spectacular. Be sure to share the event with your friends, family, and coworkers!

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How to Make Environmentally Green Cleaning Products

By Lisa S.T. Doss ow many cleaning products do you use on a daily basis? Environmental experts suggest the average household contains 62 toxic chemicals. Currently, there is no law that requires manufacturers to list ingredients on their labels or to test their products for safety. Have you ever noticed the third line on cleaning products is “other ingredients” totaling 49 to 97.725%? Unknowingly, we are exposing everyone in our household to dangerous fragrances called “phthalates,” high percentages of ammonia and chlorine, and a burning agent called “sodium hydroxide.” To be assured your cleaning products are safe and effective, why not try making your own “grandma-proven” natural alternatives? You will be familiar will every item on the list.

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• Baking Soda: cleans, deodorizes, softens water, and scours • Borax: cleans, deodorizes, disinfects, softens water, cleans floors • Soap: unscented soap in liquid form, flakes, powders, or bars is biodegradable, and will clean anything • Cornstarch: can clean windows, polish furniture, shampoo carpets and rugs • White Vinegar: cuts grease, removes mildew, odors, and wax build up • Olive or Vegetable Oil: cleans cast iron pans, shines stainless steel, and polishes wood furniture • Lemon: a strong food-acid effective against household bacteria • Hydrogen Peroxide: cleans windows, countertops, showers (including mildew) and toilets Understanding the list of “safe” ingredients will encourage you to create your own recipes. In the meantime, here are a few detergents, soaps, and cleaners proven to clean effectively. Make sure the container you use is thoroughly cleaned and clearly labeled.

Laundry Detergent: Mix 1 cup Ivory soap grated into flakes, 1/2 cup washing soda and 1/2 cup borax. Use 1 Tbsp for light loads; 2 Tbsp for heavy loads.

Dish Soap: Heat 1 ¾ cups water until boiling. Combine 1 Tbsp borax with 1 Tbsp grated natural bar soap in a medium bowl. Pour hot water over mixture. Whisk until grated soap has melted. Soap will need more than six hours to cool; stir occasionally.

Appearing as a gel, transfer to a squirt bottle. Shake well.

Sink or Stovetop Cleaner: Put 1/3 cup baking soda in a bowl. Mix in enough warm water so that you get a nice moist paste. Put paste on sponge or brush and scrub away. Make it as you need it.

Tub and Tile Cleaner: Combine 1 2/3 cup baking soda and 1/2 cup vegetable oil. Add 1/2 cup water and 2 Tbsp vinegar. Shake before using. Apply with a cloth or sponge, and rinse well. It can be placed in a jar or spray bottle.

Toilet Bowl Cleaner: Mix 1/4 cup baking soda with 1 cup of vinegar in the toilet. Let it sit for 15 minutes. Then scrub and flush.

Glass Cleaner: Pour 1/4 cup of vinegar and 4 cups of warm water in a spray bottle. A dry cloth or page of newspaper works best.

Carpet Stains: Mix equal parts of white vinegar and water, and place in a spray bottle. Allow the spray to sit on the stain for several minutes.

Then, using soapy water, clean with a brush or sponge.

Furniture Polish for Varnished Wood: Add a few drops of lemon oil into 1/2 cup warm water. Mix well and spray onto a soft cotton cloth.

Cloth should only be slightly damp. Wipe furniture with the cloth, and finish by wiping once more using a dry soft cotton cloth.

Toxic cleaning agents offer the same warning on their labels: This product is harmful to the eyes, skin, and mucus membranes. Keep away from children and pets. Yes, making your own cleaning products takes time and patience; but, imagine the space and money you will save from following just a few recipes. If you are in need of a “homemade oven cleaner” or desire to try making your own “Oxyclean,” these recipes and many more are found online. You never know – one recipe may just change your life.

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To Your Health!

STARTING EARLY MAY BE A KEY

By David McConnell

efore opening our new training center at Wilson Park in Clemmons, my partner and I participated in Forsyth Family’s Summer Camp Expo. We displayed some of our fitness equipment used at our exercise facility. One apparatus displayed was an agility ladder that can be used to enhance speed, quickness and balance. For years, I have used the ladder while training middle school and high school athletes. It normally takes several weeks for these athletes to master the basic fundamental steps before moving on to more advanced movements. My partner is a trainer for the U.S. Olympic speed skating team.

His travels to elite training centers in various countries along with trips to the U.S. training facility in Salt Lake City, have allowed him to witness training that begins as early as three years of age. He pointed out that it’s best to install athletic memory at an early age.

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This concept was very evident at the expo. The stepladder and box jumps were big hits among the children, many between the ages of three to eight, and they watched my partner perform on the ladder and then executed what the coach did. I was amazed at how proficient the kids performed a new skill. The coach explained to me that, at an early age, kids are like sponges.

They watch what they see, process mentally and then perform without having to think. It goes back to my coaching days when I remembered saying, “You are thinking too much. Just go out there and play.” I was sold that we needed classes for kids of all ages.

It has become a problem in our fast-paced society that our children are spending more time watching TV and playing video games than they spend running and playing. Parents should limit TV, video gaming and computer time. They should set a good example by being active themselves.

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Competitive sports can help kids stay fit. Children need at least an hour of physical activity every day. Just like parents, this makes them feel better about themselves, feel more ready to learn in school, keep a healthy weight and sleep better at night.

Starting activity with your kid at an early age will not only encourage a healthy lifestyle, but it can also lead them toward success in sports down the road. For information on our Kids Fundamental class or setting up a good home program for you child, contact us at Wilson Park Athletics and Training Center.

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As we all age, it’s no secret that our bodies naturally begin to break down and become more susceptible to aches, pains, stiffness and disease. Massage therapy is the perfect addition to a routine of regular exercise, eating right, engaging in social activities and learning new skills that can keep seniors looking and feeling young.

Senior Massage: The perfect touch for feeling young again! By Martie Emory, with Becky Davis ith the popularity of massage therapy that caters to seniors on the rise – especially for those that live in retirement and assisted living communities – adding senior massage to her repertoire was a natural progression for local massage therapist Becky Davis.

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“As the baby boomer generation begins turning 65, the number of seniors continues to grow, as does the awareness of the benefits of massage therapy for this special population,” says Becky.

While she currently works toward adding certification in the field of senior or geriatric massage to her other national certifications, Becky is now offering senior massage in addition to her other services of Swedish, deep-tissue, sports and therapeutic massage at her Winston-Salem studio.

Human touch is known to be extremely powerful at any age: it decreases blood pressure, creates bonds with others, reduces anxiety and generally makes people feel happier. Unfortunately, many seniors find that they have fewer opportunities to experience the healing power of touch as they age. However, those who have added massage to their health care regime report feeling less depressed and also exhibit a more positive outlook on life in general, following their treatments.

With sessions that typically last from 30 minutes to one hour, senior massage can be done on a comfortable massage table, or a massage chair or other adaptations can be made as needed for each individual. If the client is in a wheelchair the therapist can administer the massage to the client right in the chair or, if transportation is an issue, arrangements can be made to come to their home or to their retirement community.

“Also important to seniors, massage enhances muscle tone,” says Becky.

“It increases stability, too, which helps prevent injuries due to falls from a loss of balance.”

Important to all her clients, no matter their age, Becky’s massage techniques improve blood and lymph circulation throughout the body in general, and with each massage, blood flows more freely to affected areas and even speeds the healing process of old injuries.

Senior clients also report that massage soothes joint stiffness, alleviates arthritic pain, increases their range of motion and even improves their posture. Hand and foot massages – while aiding in relaxation – are also known to enhance circulation.

Massage therapy is commonly used as a complementary therapy for osteoarthritis (OA) and it has also been documented to benefit Alzheimer’s patients. A 1998 study by Kilstoff and Chenoweth investigating new approaches to health and wellbeing for dementia day-care clients, concluded that hand massage was a beneficial intervention for dementia, producing a relaxation response in the body and decreasing physical expressions of agitation such as pacing, wandering and resisting.

Also effective in pain management for patients of any age, massage therapy can be a healthy, worthwhile investment in yourself or a truly wonderful gift for a friend or family member. The benefits are endless and the relaxation reached can be priceless.

To reach Becky Davis for an appointment, call 336-978-1516 or email her at beckybdavis@earthlink.net.

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A Novel Idea The Magician's Lie, By Greer Macallister Reviewed By Rebecca Olsen Genre: Adult Fiction The Amazing Arden is truly the most gifted magician on the vaudeville circuit at the turn of the century. She can saw a man in half and put him back together in just a puff of smoke. But when her husband turns up dead, stuffed into one of her prop boxes, Arden finds herself at the mercy of a down-on-his-luck local sheriff looking to trade her in to improve his own small-town status.

Whether or not he believes her tale of mysterious powers and sinister forces will determine if she'll ever be free to do magic again.

This book embodies the tradition of storytelling. There are not a lot of bells and whistles to it, just an engrossing plot line that leaves you guessing right up to the end.

The Last Ship, By William Brinkley Reviewed By Vonda Henderson Genre: Fiction Age Range: All The Last Ship presents a different twist to other end-of-civilizationas-we-know-it books. The dramatic event that results in the Nathan James and her crew being the last survivors on earth (or so they think) is told from the perspective of the ship’s captain. Since the author served as a naval officer early in his career, his comfort level as captain is evident. The hierarchical relationship of the captain and his authority over the crew, which includes a number of female officers, is the structure that holds them together as survivors and guardians of future generations of mankind. It’s an interesting book, especially for those who are familiar with the military code of conduct and life on board ships.

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Princesses Behaving Badly: Real Stories from History without the Fairytale Endings,

By Linda Rodriguez McRobbie Reviewed By Rebecca Olsen In the wake of the widespread success of the Disney Princesses marketing campaign, it might be easy to overgeneralize all princesses as tiara-wearing, tea partythrowing, shallow characterizations, but not every royal was quite so well behaved. History is littered with accounts of princesses whose behavior ranged from ruthless to promiscuous, from peculiar to down-right crazy! There, hidden in the details of history, are princesses who turned to piracy, led armies into battle, spied for the Nazi party, flaunted their figures and wealth, and were imprisoned for life. McRobbie's vignettes include a good dose of opinion as well as salacious details about the world's most notorious princesses - real women across centuries, who were flawed and imperfect, often put in difficult circumstances, and anything but stereotypical.

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Your Career and Social Media

By Denise Heidel

arlier this year, a woman went on Twitter to write a disparaging comment about the new job she was to begin the next day. It was brought to the attention of her new employer who immediately fired her…over Twitter. When the story broke, I was shocked. Not by the fact that she made the negative remarks on Twitter or the fact that she got fired on Twitter…

I was shocked that people actually applauded her and criticized the manager. I’m still stunned that the manager who fired her was criticized for NOT wanting to work with someone who would belittle and bad-mouth his business before she even started.

The simple solution? If you wouldn’t want your boss or co-workers to see it, don’t post it. It seems like common sense, but we also have a very self-indulgent society with a disturbingly abundant number of people who feel entitled to anything and everything.

But that’s another article.

It never ceases to amaze me how, with an unemployment rate still higher than we’d like it to be, that there are those who will think nothing of going on a diatribe against their employer on social media. And I’m not talking about teenagers! I’m talking about grown adults who should know better!

After all, with a national unemployment rate of 5.5%, and a 4.9% unemployment rate in Forsyth County, there are plenty of people who would happily take your job…and not make a single negative comment about it.

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Brenda White frequently receives resumes for a variety of jobs.

“The first thing I do, after receiving a resume from a job candidate,” shares Brenda, “is look them up on social media.

I type in their email address in Google to see what comes up and if I can’t find what I’m looking for, I’ll do a name search in Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn.” Brenda is far from the only one who does this! In 2013, Forbes.com reported that 37% of employers use social media to screen potential job candidates. Employers are looking to social media to get a feel for a job seeker’s personality, interests, and behaviors.

From this social-media screening, a candidate may be immediately eliminated based on inappropriate photos, evidence (or the suggestion) of drinking or drugs, or whether negative comments have been made about a current or past employer! Even communication skills are critiqued.

Now, with all that said, a potential employer still has legal obligations to those who are seeking employment. They may not discriminate based on race, sex, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, or age. But it’s also incumbent upon a job seeker to put himself or herself in a positive light, and similarly, for the already employed, to use some common sense and not post questionable photos or content that may be offensive to current employer or coworkers.

Consider the high level executive who posted a YouTube video in 2012, where he berated a Chick-Fil-A employee. He was on his own time, but his employer no longer wanted to be associated with him after the video went viral. He was fired the following day.

A simple Google search of “fired for social media” yielded the stories of multiple teachers who lost their jobs due to inappropriate photos and / or comments about their students. Even a guard at Buckingham Palace lost his job after posting some negative words about Kate Middleton!

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I get it – everyone has a bad day at work. But even if you’re not “friends” with or “connected” to the boss, you never know who might share what. It’s better to err on the side of caution and just leave some details about your life or opinions about your job to yourself.

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Never Too Old to Learn

By Vonda Henderson he week of June 14 – 20 is designated as Adult Learning Week.

Let’s face it, we’re always learning, whether we realize it or not.

Every time we get a new cell phone or the latest electronic gadget must-have, we have to learn how to use it. Regardless of a particular reason, some folks just yearn to learn.

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In 2007, Nola Ochs, at age 95, became be the oldest college graduate in the world. According to reports, she had spent the past 30 years working toward her degree. Imagine the effort and fortitude it must have taken to achieve her goal. It’s fitting that she’s making history earning a history degree. Ever the achiever, Ms. Ochs was far from done with her education. In 2010, she earned her Master’s from Fort Hays State University in Kansas. She now plans to write a book at 100 years old.

The previous record for the oldest graduate was a 90 year old who earned a journalism degree from the University of Oklahoma.

Several states (North Carolina included) waive tuition for older students attending public universities. Most, however, elect to pay their own expenses. The average estimated percent of adults over 50 attending college is around 10%. Perhaps family or financial circumstances disrupted their educational goals, but the desire to earn a degree never went away.

Why let age dictate whether you become a student again? With the advent of on-line programs, and initiatives like the tuition waiver, get that college catalog out and find something that interests you. Perhaps you didn’t get to finish high school and want to earn your GED. Or, maybe some continuing education classes are right up your alley. We’re rich in opportunities with all the schools in our area.

And don’t forget the arts. Forsyth County is blessed with a great arts community and classes are offered in many forms (from stained glass, quilting, basket weaving, drawing, pottery and so on). There are a number of options you might be interested in checking out in the arts arena. Whether there’s talent

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there or not, it’s the experience and learning to appreciate the skills that are the end result.

And who knows, Grandma Moses didn’t pick up a paintbrush until she was 76 years old.

You may have an untapped talent waiting to be explored!

It is inspirational to learn about adults who have decided not to miss their chance at finishing school or who simply take classes for the enjoyment of them. Their example proves that learning is not just for the young and not something to be ‘gotten through.’

I wonder who is going to break Nola’s record and be a 100 year old graduate.

Learning as an adult is about finding and taking the time. It’s about setting goals and seeing them through. It’s about learning how to do something you always wanted to try.

It’s about self-fulfillment and discovery.

It’s about time that we all picked something new to learn. I’m game. How about you?

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Family Owned Since 1984

By Susan Woodall ife is full of changes, and some of those changes necessitate moving. Even if it is a move you are excited to be making, once you realize that most everything you have accumulated through the years will be going with you, the joy turns to dread. The idea of packing it all up and getting it to your new destination safe and sound makes your head spin. It doesn't have to be that way, and if you hire Todd's Easy Moves, it won’t be.

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While working in maintenance at an apartment complex, Todd Cummings noticed the way some moving companies treated their clients and their belongings. The realization that he could offer people a more pleasant, professional, less stressful experience culminated in Todd’s Easy Moves.

Now in business for more than 25 years, Todd is still determined to treat people and take care of their possessions as if they were members of his family.

Family is very important to the Cummings and to the business. Todd’s wife, Karen, works in an office in the warehouse. She keeps the business organized and running by answering phone calls, handling paper work, consulting with clients and dealing with all other office services. The warehouse has a playroom so that Karen can bring their youngest son to work with her. It is wonderful for Karen to be an integral part of the business while being able to watch their son playing nearby. And Karen and Todd are not the only family members involved in the business; Todd’s nine children, ranging in age from 2 to 25, have been raised in the moving business. His oldest sons help him with moves and understand the value of hard work.

Running a successful business means being involved and staying on top of things. Todd is on site for 90% of the moves. He only uses experienced movers who have been through a thorough background check. While they are on a job, Todd is the only one allowed to have a cell phone – his workers have been hired to work. Todd’s Easy Moves owns the warehouse and also the trucks which are regularly serviced. The equipment used is routinely checked and repaired or replaced when needed. Todd’s Easy Moves also seeks to relieve the stress moving can cause by offering helpful tips and consultations to make the transition a smooth one. These include not only packing hints, but also suggestions to keep children and pets happy and safe.

Whether you choose to pack yourself or have Todd’s Easy Moves do it for you, it is important to note that not all boxes are made the same. “Many boxes available for sale in stores are made from 100% recycled materials,” said Karen. “They may look the same as ours, but they are not. These boxes can collapse or fall apart, and we can’t take responsibility if that happens and the items you pack in them sustain damage. We have good quality moving boxes that are made with 35% recycled material and 65% fiber board. This combination makes a stronger box.”

Todd’s Easy Moves has all the supplies you will need for any item you plan to move. “At Todd’s Easy Moves, we use 35-foot trucks with solid oak floors,” said Karen. “The trucks are fully equipped with tie-downs, packing quilts, appliance and cargo hand trucks, and dollies. To prevent scratching of your hardwood floors, we use special runners. We use door jamb protectors to protect your doors.

Certain appliances, water beds, baby beds and bunk beds are carefully broken down and reassembled at the destination.”

Whether you need to move across town, across the state or out of state, transport a vehicle or you need some items put into storage, Todd’s Easy Moves is the place to call. They will be happy to discuss your needs and give you a very competitive quote. They are fully insured and bonded. So, if a move is in your future, give them a call.

Todd’s Easy Moves is located at 3136 Starlight Drive, Winston-Salem, NC 27107. For more information, the phone number in Winston-Salem is 336.784.0786 and in Clemmons is 336.766.1155; or visit the website at www.toddseasymoves.com.

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Celebrating the Success of a Friend: Grant Dawson

By Denise Heidel

prah Winfrey said, “Only surround yourself with people who will lift you higher.” Grant Dawson is blessed because, between his family, friends, and coaches, he is surrounded by those who believe in him.

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A student at Wake Forest University, he joined their football team as a walk-on in 2013. After two seasons of determination and hard work, he was awarded a football scholarship for the balance of his time at WFU. This unusual situation is the result of perseverance, but to those who know and love Grant, they aren’t remotely surprised.

Tim Johnson, owner of TJ’s Body Shop in Clemmons, has known Grant and his family for years. As a friend to his own son of the same age, Grant was a frequent guest at the Johnson house and it was never any secret that Grant has a passion for football. The boys were in elementary school when Tim overheard a conversation between his son Tanner and Grant Dawson. Grant boldly stated, “ When I grow up and become a professional football player, I’m going to buy you any car you want!” Tim recalls being amused, but today, he couldn’t be more proud of the young man whom he has watched since childhood.

After all, as parents, we tend to chuckle when we hear the proclamations of determined young souls. We know that things change with time,

but on occasion, you hear of such a person who knew at a tender young age what specific goals they wanted to achieve, and years later, they are still committed. Such is the case with Grant! While he hasn’t reached the pros yet, he’s well on his way to establishing himself as a hard working leader with promise and potential.

Grant’s parents, Harry and Lisa Dawson, have always supported his ambitions.

They had no doubt in his abilities, but when the time came to enroll in college, there were concerns about the tuition costs. However, they decided to give their son the chance. They prayed, believing that God could, and would, provide. Their faith, coupled with Grant’s determination, has proved to be a huge blessing and the gift of this scholarship is truly an answered prayer for everyone involved.

Grant’s family and friends know beyond a shadow of a doubt that whether he plays professionally or not, his commitment to excellence and teamwork will carry him far.

Whatever the future holds for Grant Dawson, we know it’s going to be special!

If you’re a football fan, and specifically, a Wake Forest University football fan, be sure to stay tuned in this upcoming football season. When you hear the name “Grant Dawson,” remember it as an example of what can happen when we not only believe in ourselves, but others believe in us as well!

Tanner and Grant, friends since childhood

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Wake Forest Unveils New Football Uniforms ake Forest has recently unveiled a new custom Nike uniform collection that will hit the field this fall.

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The new look pulls from the history and architecture of the school and, of course, the Demon Deacon himself. The black and gold uniform shows off new numbers honoring the university’s founding in 1834. They feature angled notches at 18 and 34 degrees, top and bottom respectively.

The look of the jersey sleeves combines elements of the University Shield and the wrought-iron that is seen throughout campus, and the graphic forms a stylized “W.” The jersey collar references the Demon Deacon mascot, and other details include the words “Deacon Tough,” embroidered on the neckline of the jersey, and Wake’s “WF” logo on the hip.

At home, the team will wear black jerseys with gold pants.

Away, they will dress in an all-white uniform. A third, all black look rounds out the trio of new uniforms.

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Living Gently...

Every Day

By Denise Heidel

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e live in a world of violence, self-indulgence and entitled

behaviors. Our daily news can be both overwhelming and depressing. But how different could things be if we all

embraced a few positive changes? What are the endless possibilities that could come about if we found ways to support, encourage and empower one another? Each month, we’ll explore a new way to embrace a way to live more gently, and hopefully, create a ripple effect in the lives around us.

June: National Smile Month (May 18-June 18, 2015) Wise Words: “It takes a lot of work from the face to let out a smile, but just think what good smiling can bring to the most important muscle of the body...the heart.” ~ Author Unknown Technically, National Smile Month is really about oral health.

And yes, it is very important. Be sure you’re brushing morning and night and flossing every day. Personally, I highly recommend the Oral-B Vitality. I’m expecting an extra good check up when I see my dentist in August.

But I digress. Your smile is incredibly powerful. One could even say that it’s magical. It’s definitely contagious. You pass someone on the street and smile. The stranger then gives it to the cashier at the grocery store. The grocery store cashier passes it along to his or her customer, who then, gives it to a nextdoor neighbor. It’s a ripple effect that can literally change the outcome of a person’s day. It is the ultimate in pay-it-forward.

Swedish scientists conducted a test in which participants looked at other subjects who were smiling. The reaction was almost involuntary, and I can speak to that from experience. Just ask my husband or my son. When I’m mad at them, they both know they just need to smile because I’m going to smile back; I can’t help it. And immediately, no matter how much I try to resist it, I get over whatever I’m mad about. After all, it’s hard to stay stern and angry when you start smiling and then start laughing because you didn’t want to smile…sound familiar to anyone else? Surely, I’m not the only one this has happened to.

The amazing thing about smiling is that it not only benefits the recipient, it benefits the giver. How many times have you ever smiled at someone, and felt your own energy increase, a spring in your step and feeling of contentment? While I’m far from a science wizard, the effects have been studied.

“Psychology Today” reports that the act of smiling can release endorphins which are a natural pain reliever. Smiling has also been proven to lower heart rates and blood pressure, and it can also alleviate stress.

Smiling is a universal language that is spoken by everyone, including newborns who are born with the ability to smile. It improves personal appearance and can even help you climb that corporate ladder! It’s globally accepted as a sign of happiness and acceptance.

What is stopping you? Start each day with a smile…try it for a month, and see how it impacts your overall outlook. When we think about “Living Gently,” we think of ways we can improve our lives, our communities and even the world! Few things can be as easy as a simple smile. It costs nothing and gives so much! You’re not only giving your family, friends, neighbors and strangers a boost to their days, you’re improving their health! It’s just a saying -- it’s the truth, “Smile, and the world smiles back!”

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That day, Brittany developed a plan to place a positive influence in Kristian’s life - two of them, actually. Brittany would be Kristian’s Big Sister and Tyrell would be his Big Brother; she would see him at school and Tyrell would see him outside of school. Brittany expected Kristian to be happy about this arrangement, but instead, her enthusiasm was met with a nonchalant response. “Fine,” said Kristian. “If you want to.”

Kristian’s disinterest that day at summer reading camp continued in the days and weeks ahead. Brittany often visited him at school for lunch, only to find him absent. He was out of school more than he was there, hanging around peers that were a bad influence, and often getting into trouble.

Eventually, Kristian was transferred to an alternative school for his repeated bad behavior. Brittany and Tyrell were discouraged, but they cared about Kristian and could tell he cared about them, too, even if he did not always show it. “The first six months were really difficult,” said Brittany. “But I kept reminding myself that all I needed to do was to be there for him. The most important thing I could give him was my time.”

The Importance of Ordinary Moments:

A Story of an Unlikely Friendship

By Meridith Whitaker

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ur lives are made up of two types of moments.

The first are the moments that stand out, brightly etched into our memory because they touch us in some way or represent a milestone in life. These are the moments that we recall often; we repeat stories about them and capture them in our journals and photo albums. The second type of moments are the everyday, ordinary moments. The majority of our seconds, minutes, and hours are not permanently etched into our memories, and yet these ordinary moments make up our lives. Big Brothers Big Sisters, a nonprofit organization that matches children with caring adults in mentoring relationships, is all about moments - the small and the big, the challenging and the exciting, the mundane and the magic. Every single moment matters.

Brittany Pruitt and Tyrell McQueen have been “matched” with their Little Brother, Kristian, since September of 2011 when Kristian was 12 years old. His mother, while a loving, attentive, and active parent, juggled multiple responsibilities as a single mom. She felt that Kristian could use a positive male role model in his life and had enrolled him in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program, where he was on the waiting list for a Big Brother.

A summer reading program for children on the waiting list brought them together. Brittany remembers meeting Kristian, who quickly warmed up to her and began discussing life in middle school, his father’s death at a young age, and his group of friends. The stories he told about his friends startled Brittany, who understood the significant impact of peer relationships on children his age. “The photos he showed me of his friends on Facebook were shocking,” said Brittany. “I could tell then that he needed a positive influence in his life to point him in a new direction.”

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There were difficult moments, but there were bright moments, too. When Brittany and Tyrell had been matched with Kristian for about a year, Brittany mentioned planning a visit to Appalachian State University, and to her surprise, Kristian was interested. “College was something he had never even considered before,” Brittany said. “He finally realized there were options for his life after high school.”

Moment after moment, Brittany and Tyrell simply spent time with Kristian. They shared meals, studied together, played sports, and went to the movies and the mall. The moments turned into years as Tyrell, Brittany, and Kristian struggled, learned, and shared together. Now, that 12-year-old child has turned into a young man of 16 who is no longer hanging out with the wrong crowd or skipping school, and who has come to understand responsibility and consideration for others.

While out at dinner one night, the topic of volunteering came up and Kristian responded with a surprised look.

“Volunteers?” he said. “You guys aren’t volunteers. You are my friends.”

Brittany does not remember every moment leading up to that conversation at dinner with Kristian. Somewhere along the way – and it is impossible to say where, among the multitude of ordinary moments – a friendship was formed. What she does remember, vividly, is Kristian’s sentiment at dinner that night.

And that moment will be etched brightly in her memory forever.

Contact Brittany Pruitt at bpruitt@bbbsnc.org to hear more of her story and learn how you can become involved as a Big Sister or Big Brother.

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Recipes COOKING TIP What’s the difference between regular oatmeal and steel cut oatmeal? It’s a matter of how the oats were processed. Traditional rolled oatmeal has been toasted and steamed, then rolled flat to create flakes. Steel cut oats are toasted and then simply cut. Because they are the least processed, they retain more nutritional value.

fridge! Especially since the steel cut oats have more of a texture than regular oats, they need to stay in the fridge for at least 10 or 12 hours before you eat them. I often make several on Sundays and eat them all within 3-4 days.

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By Brooke Eagle have no idea who came up with the concept of Overnight Oats… but whoever you are, I. Love. You. For the past few months, I’ve made at least 2-3 jars of Overnight Oats every single week. Not only are they healthy, but they are also super convenient. It doesn’t take long to whip up several jars of it… stick them in the fridge and voila! Breakfast is ready—for the whole week!

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There are SO many different Overnight Oat recipes… but I’m going to share with you my MOST favorite one. I originally found this recipe on Pinterest, but it has evolved quite a bit.

Black Forest Overnight Oats 1/3 cup steel cut oats

The basic formula for this is 1/3 cup oats, 1/3 cup almond milk (could sub other milk), 1/3 cup Greek yogurt and then whatever fruits / toppings you like!

Banana, peanut butter and dark chocolate is fabulous … apples and cinnamon… strawberries and dark chocolate …the possibilities are endless! (And seriously, if you add dark chocolate… it CAN’T be too bad, right?)

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* The Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet, so your values may change depending on your calorie needs. The values here may not be 100% accurate because the recipes have not been professionally evaluated nor have they been evaluated by the U.S. FDA. *Nutritional data calculated with the MyFitnessPal.com recipe builder.

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Kirsten Russ Kirsten is passionate about education, voting and creating a healthy community where our young people want to live and actively participate. As a parent of students in the local public schools, a teacher at West Forsyth High School and an engaged member of the Clemmons community, she appreciates the tremendous local support for students and for West Forsyth High School, an integral and vital institution in Clemmons.

Community is important to her and her major contribution is to involve students so that they will become lifelong participants in decisions affecting their lives. Students organize and run the Candidate Forum which is the only night time public debate for the candidates, offer voter registration at school and in the community, and enjoy visits by the Mayor and Councilpersons, as well as local community leaders.

Kirsten is Vice President of a newly formed philanthropic group in southwest Forsyth County called Women Who Care, sponsored by the Clemmons Community Foundation. The focus this year is awarding grant money to assist single mothers. She is excited about the work of Women Who Care, which will improve the lives of women in this area.

Kirsten is also a member of St. Clement’s Episcopal Church, and enjoys helping with the Young Adult Group.

The Village of Clemmons is a wonderful location to live and raise a family. Kirsten is grateful for the opportunity to serve here.

Joanna Lyall Joanna Lyall was recognized as one of the Triad Business Journal’s Women in Business for 2015. She has a B.S. in Health Education with a minor in Communications from Appalachian State University, a Masters of Education in Health Promotion from UNC-Charlotte, and an MBA/MHA from Pfeiffer University.

Lyall served as the Lewisville-Clemmons Chamber of Commerce chairwoman in 2014 and continues to serve on the board. She is president of the Clemmons Community Foundation and was co-founder of the newly formed Women Who Care philanthropic effort in western Forsyth County. Lyall will serve as the Board of Managers Chairwoman at the Jerry Long Family YMCA from 2015-2017. She is a member of the Davie County Chamber of Commerce Board and is a 2014 graduate of Leadership Winston-Salem. She serves as an alternate on the Zoning Board for the Village of Clemmons and is a member of Clemmons United Methodist Church.

Additionally, Lyall is the Director for Community and Affiliate Marketing and Programming at Wake Forest Baptist Health where she oversees community relations, marketing for Davie Medical Center, BestHealth, the community wellness outreach program and the communications, marketing and media division’s personnel and financial operations.

Joanna, her husband, Troy Shaffoe, and daughter, Katie Lyall, reside in Clemmons.

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Lynette Matthews-Murphy After successful careers in retail and personnel management, Lynette Matthews-Murphy came to Winston-Salem for a short stint in the mid-1980s, but her real love affair with the city began when she located here permanently in 1994 to work at the Twin City Club. In 1997, as Visitor Center Manager for Visit Winston-Salem, she learned the city inside and out. “I connected our history to where the city was heading,” she says. While serving as the marketing chair for the Downtown Winston-Salem Partnership, she “fell in love” with the downtown revitalization efforts.

To contribute to those efforts, she took the helm at Elevation Media & Special Events (2004 to 2007) and produced Alive After Five, 4th Street Jazz & Blues and Summer On Trade. “The Arts District was forming, and people were taking chances at the creative level, opening businesses and galleries.” From 2007 to 2009, she was the special events and fundraising consultant for the Downtown Winston-Salem Partnership, nurturing Salute! The North Carolina Wine Celebration, Downtown’s Summer Music Series, 500 Strong and more.

After raising a blended family of six children (her proudest accomplishment), Lynette started thinking about the next phase of her life. She wanted to combine all of her passions and create a gathering place for people to celebrate. She and her husband partnered with Chef Timothy Grandinetti to open Spring House Restaurant, Kitchen & Bar in the spring of 2012 after bringing the historic Bahnson House back to life. In March 2015, the seasoned team opened Quanto Basta: Italian Eatery & Wine Bar on Fourth Street to rave reviews and a consistently full dining room. During this time, she and her husband also acquired and renovated the old Pine Brook Country Club. They now manage the property, which they renamed Maple Chase Golf & Country Club.

Lynette smiles as she remembers her beginnings. “Somebody I hold dear once said, ‘You have the gift of hospitality. You should look into that.’” She describes her journey as “a very winding path that’s been fairly magical.”

Meagan Rosenburg Local College Student Wins National Horseback Riding Title Meagan Rosenberg, a native of Cary, NC, and sophomore at Wake Forest University, recently placed first in the Intercollegiate Dressage Association National Championships in Westerville, Ohio. Rosenberg rides for the Wake Forest Equestrian Team, whose home base is at Hidden K Stables in Pfafftown.

The championships, held the weekend of April 24-26, were “nerve-wracking” for Rosenberg, but she obviously rose to the challenge in spectacular fashion! “The best part about winning,” she stated, “was knowing that all the hard work I had put in had paid off!” In addition to her championship ribbon, she got a brand new saddle as a prize!

As an incoming Captain of the Equestrian Team for the 2015-2016 school year, Rosenberg loves that she can continue following her passion for riding horses and competing alongside her teammates, while getting an excellent education at the same time. Her advice to young riders?

“Ride horses that are going to make you sweat and work for it. Then, when you get things correct, you’ll know that it was you who did something right, not just the horse being talented.”

Wake Forest Equestrian Team Coach and Owner of Hidden K Stables, Michelle Hargreaves, says Rosenberg is a hard working, passionate rider who looks for what each horse can teach her. “She is full of love for every horse and each opportunity to learn,” said Hargreaves.

“She shows an impeccable attention to detail in both her team leadership and personal goals of riding.”

The Wake Forest Equestrian Team has been at Hidden K Stables since 2008 and competes against eight colleges and universities in their region throughout each school year. The team is made up of dressage and hunt seat riders, and usually has about 30 members.

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By Rebecca Olsen

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hat was your prom night like? Were you filled with nervous anticipation, excitement, or maybe a little dread?

For the adults with disabilities attending Saturday, April 11th’s event at Winston-Salem First, it was pure JOY. On this beautiful spring evening, around 100 adults ages sixteen and up were invited to experience what most would consider a rite of passage in life, and what for many was a first - prom night. The women donned their finest, in sequins and satin, while the men were debonair in suits and button-ups. Each arrived to be announced by an MC on a red carpet entrance, complete with cheering fans and the flashing lenses of the paparazzi. Participants were paired with a “date” host or hostess to walk them through the night’s “Under the Stars” themed event.

After each guest received a corsage or boutonniere, the first stop for women was the Girls’ Glamor and Glitz Room where volunteers waited at twelve different makeup, hair, and jewelry stations to do touch-

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ups or add a little bling (including tiaras for the evening) to each ensemble.

Meanwhile, the men headed down to the Shoe Shine Room to get a polish, but not before a stop at the Photo Booth to have their official prom night pictures taken (with or without the fake mustaches and silly glasses provided). Everyone converged onto the dance floor, which was crowded with smiling faces and uninhibited dancing as volunteers enticed even the most reluctant onto the floor for some fun. Caregivers got the night off, able to enjoy some respite while watching the evening’s events projected on a big screen. Finally, feet weary guests could go relax in the Starlight Café and enjoy some refreshments and desserts! When exhausted guests and volunteers finally made their way home after a full evening, it was with smiles on their faces and memories to cherish in their hearts.

Shelley Hundley, owner of Sass Consignment Boutique, who donated much of the jewelry in the Glamour and Glitz Room, says of this year’s Joy Prom, “For participants, Joy Prom is a fun night in which they feel beautiful and special. However, for many of the volunteers, Joy Prom is much more. It is the celebration of the belief that all people are perfectly created and should be celebrated. It is a way of life... a way of thinking that is an outpouring from the love and respect deep within us.”

Joy Prom, an event inspired by Luke 14:12-14, is a nationally held prom specifically catered to adults with “different abilities.” The event was conceived ten years ago by Providence Baptist Church in Raleigh and has begun to spread across the United States. While Charlotte, Matthews, and Chapel Hill have hosted Joy Proms of their own, this is the first time Winston-Salem has been home to the event. A small group, largely from Reynolda Church and led by Joy Prom Coordinator Donna Zayas, organized and planned the massive undertaking. Love out Loud, a coalition of local churches and non-profits, provided support for the event and over 250 volunteers contributed to make it a success. Pastor Alan Wright of Reynolda Church says of the endeavor, "We wanted every person in our community to feel loved and celebrated and honored. That's why we were thrilled to help with Joy Prom - a night of red carpet treatment for some of the most special people in the world."

You can find out more about this event and how to participate in next year’s Joy Prom at joypromwinstonsalem.org.

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Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s “Team in Training”

Giving Back for the Good of Others

By Molly Flinchum

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t’s summertime and the sun is just welcoming people to get outside. With the weather warming up, people are grabbing their running shoes and getting back in shape. It can be hard to get up and get yourself up and running, but what if there was a team to encourage and keep you accountable? And what if it was for a good cause?

The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society is the world’s largest voluntary health non-profit.

It seeks to fund blood cancer research and provide support and information to the patients and their families who are battling blood cancer. Through an endurance sports training program, and events such as marathons, triathlons, cycling, hiking, and more, individuals can help raise money for the 1.5 million people in the U.S. living with blood cancer.

There are 75 chapters within the United States and Canada, with locations in Charlotte, the Triangle, the Triad, and Wilmington. One way the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society raises money is through Team in Training [TNT], the largest endurance sports training program.

Throughout a three to five month period, those who participate achieve a fundraising commitment while training for an endurance event they get to choose. In return, they will be coached professionally, engage in weekly group training sessions, be provided with destination event lodging, and receive race entry. This is open to all levels of athletes who are willing to get in shape, meet people, and help save lives.

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Diane Boomershine has been involved with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society since 2008. “I had seen brochures in the past for TNT so I Googled the web site to find out when the next informational meeting would be held,” said Boomershine. “During that meeting, I signed up for my first event: the sprint triathlon in Wilmington, NC. I thought that would be it, a one event and then done.”

After having the thrill of crossing the finish line the first time, Diane signed up for a second event that took place two years later: a century bike ride called “Fletcher Flyer” in Asheville, North Carolina. A month after completing this event, she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer.

“I thought that this couldn’t be happening to me.

I was the one helping to find a cure and now I needed the assistance; it just wasn’t fair,” she said.

“I spent the next couple of years going through surgery, chemotherapy, recuperation, and more.

I became a fighter and wasn’t ready to give up.”

Diane fought until 2014, where she became a cancer survivor. Eager to get back in shape, she started fundraising again for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. She was eager to earn her ‘Triple Crown,’ a special recognition from Team in Training for completing three different types of events: triathlon, cycling, and running.

And now Diane challenges you to join her in her fourth event – the Rock ‘n’ Roll in Savannah, Georgia. She would love to have you join her by signing up to run or walk the event, or help her fundraise so that cures can be found and lives can be saved.

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By Lindsay Craven

There are countless problems you encounter on a daily basis that can put a little speed bump in your day. Life hacks are those “a-ha!”moments where you find the simplest solution to your daily problems oftentimes using items immediately at your disposal. Each month this column will take you through some creative hacks to use in all different areas of your life to make your day-to-day as simple as possible. This month we’re preparing you for summer road trips, hotel stays and packing.

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1. There’s lots of excitement when preparing for your big road trip in the summer but there’s also a lot of stress and organization involved, too. Packing is always a hassle but there are some ways to simplify.

4. If you’re not an avid traveler, you probably haven’t invested in a permanent GPS system or phone mount in your car. For those impromptu or once a year summer trips, grab a rubber band, loop it into 4 a car vent and wrap it over the top and bottom of your phone.

• Buy travel toiletries or small dispensable bottles with a hookable area on them and attach them all to a lanyard that can hang from the showerhead in your hotel.

5. Phone apps continue to make life more convenient and affordable. Here are some great apps that can up your road trip/travel game in 2015.

• If you need more shampoo than will fit in a small bottle, remove the lid of liquid products and lay a piece of plastic wrap over the opening. Then screw the lid back on to prevent leaks.

• GasBuddy can track you by GPS or by putting in a zip code and let you know the most recently reported gas prices in your area, as well as show you how to get there.

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• Waze will provide the same service as your Maps app does, but it will include Waze user reports of traffic backups, accidents, road closures, hazardous driving or police looking for speeders. It can also reroute you if traffic is going to be an issue.

• Wrap jewelry in Press ‘n Seal to keep it from tangling and getting lost in your luggage. You can also use a bendy straw on one end of a necklace to keep it from tangling.

2 2. Let’s face it, hotel rooms don’t always smell fresh and clean. If you’re on a budget and going for a better trip instead of a nicer hotel, you may be stuck with a reformed smoking room and you just never get rid of that smell. A simple fix is to grab a Febreeze Gain car vent clip and slide it on the vent of the room heating/air system. Ta da! Your rooms smells like fresh laundry.

3. Keeping your money safe while you’re traveling gets more difficult as criminals continue to get sneakier with each passing year. If you want to keep some cash on your person but need a handy way to keep it hidden, take an empty sanitary napkin wrapper and wrap your money up. No one is going to grab for a pad out of your purse.

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6. If you’re traveling with little ones this summer and you’ve got a long car ride, why not keep an array of distracting activities at their tiny little fingertips? Take a shoe organizer and hook it to the back of your passenger or driver headrest and fill with all the things your child likes to do.

There can be a pouch for a tablet, coloring book with colored pencils or crayons, an iPod filled with their favorite songs or audio books and a set of headphones, some favorite dolls or stuffed animals and more!

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or the band members of So Glad, the best part of performing and the one thing that truly makes them ‘so glad’ to do what they do is their audience. “To us, the audience is the most essential part of our performance,” said Glad Douse, lead and backup vocals for So Glad.

“We love the smiles, the laughter, the dancing and the energy they give back to us. When a band is putting out all that musical energy, and we always give 100%, you have to get some back. Our So Glad crowds always come through! I use a wireless microphone and spend part of every gig out in the crowd giving the audience the experience of an up-close and personal performance.

It’s so much fun to watch them watch us!” Not only do the members of So Glad share a love for their audience, but they share an early love of music.

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Glad and Dave Douse This married duo have been in bands together for the past 25 years and Glad says that marrying a musician was the best thing she’s ever done in her life. “I grew up in a Vermont family of musicians with both parents playing instruments and singing,” Glad commented. “I started singing as soon as I could talk. Dave and I met in a band in high school and after graduation we lost track of each other. A little less than 20 years later we met up serendipitously and immediately put a band together. This time I convinced him to marry me so I would always have my guitar/keyboardist by my side!”

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Dave and Glad have lived in this area since 2003. “After visiting our second newborn grandchild in King, NC, we decided that mild winters and Dave grandbabies were good reasons to retire to this area,” said Glad. Dave owns Dave’s Guitar and Amp Repair, and has become an essential part of the musical community in Forsyth County by keeping multiple musicians’ keyboards and amplification equipment in excellent repair.

Shannon Kerr Raised in a house with classical, soul, jazz, rock ‘n roll and even disco, it was a foregone conclusion that Shannon would be a musician. Beginning with clarinet in a middle school band, Shannon moved to drums and percussion by his sophomore year of high school. After college and ten years of teaching percussion, Shannon now plays drums with So Glad. Shannon’s philosophy on music is, “I don’t care what it is, as long as you can dance to it!”

Ken Simonds Ken picked up the bass at age 16, but didn’t venture out to play until he was 31. Enjoying every aspect of music is what this self-professed gear head and tone fanatic lives for, from playing gigs to recording a wide variety of styles, including rock, country, blues folk, pop, jazz and Motown. “Ken’s arsenal features nice amps, vintage and boutique basses, including 4’s, 5’s and even a fretless 6 string. He’s always there to lay down solid grooves to enhance our band’s sound,” stated Glad.

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Paul Douse With a sound that has been described as smoky and sultry, Paul not only sings, but plays rock and blues lead and rhythm guitar with his own fabulous style.

Majoring in music education in college, Paul writes and arranges his own material and has extensively toured with and fronted his own band for years.

“Paul displays a fantastic live-show attitude and readily shows his musical soul on stage,” Glad said.

So Glad covers classic and semi-current rock and blues, with female vocalists prevailing. “Along with Bonnie Raitt and Melissa Etheridge tunes, we cover some Blondie, Beatles, BB King and Janis Joplin, to mention a few. No matter what we are playing and singing, we make sure the audience has the best musical experience possible,” Glad commented.

You can catch So Glad at local restaurants and clubs, and book them for private parties. For more information on So Glad and upcoming events, visit www.sogladband.com and ‘like’ them on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/so.glad, or call 336-985-4953 for further info.

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The Craftsman Behind American Custom Leather

By Denise Heidel

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f you watched the 2010 Grammy Awards, you may have caught Zac Brown Band’s performance. Perhaps you remember Darius Rucker’s 2013 performance at the Country Music Awards.

What do these two have in common? Actually, it’s their guitar straps, which were handcrafted by Keith Bryson in Clemmons, NC. And they are far from the only celebrities sporting one of Keith’s guitar straps. Country music legend Vince Gill has a customized strap, as does Justin Moore!

Originally from Asheville, NC, Keith began working with leather in 1993 when he was employed by a company based in Cherokee.

There, he gained the experience and knowledge to take a hide and measure, cut, dye, and construct a variety of leather-goods.

He developed the skills and craftsmanship that would pave the way for his own entrepreneurial sprit.

When his employer went out of business, Keith wanted to continue on his own under the name American Custom Leather. “It took about a year to get started,” said Keith. “But once I got my name out there, my work has been consistent for over ten years.”

This home-based business attracts customers from across the globe and Keith has become a trusted resource and noted artisan and craftsman. He offers men and women’s belts as well as guitar and banjo straps, as well as animal collars.

It starts with a hide that is much thicker and heavier than the standard weight. Keith uses American Bull Hide that is 3/16ths of an inch thick. He does all the prep work and creates each piece to his client’s expectations. While he offers his customers a five-year

warranty (which he’s never been called on), this is the leather that can endure for a lifetime. The durability and craftsmanship are superb, and his customers couldn’t agree more.

Mr. T. Dale ordered a guitar strap and rated it five stars! “My Paisley strap is absolutely gorgeous! I’m amazed how quickly it was delivered and I'm thrilled with how the strap turned out. It will see many, many years of use, and I’ll be a return customer for sure.”

In addition to the excellent materials that he chooses for his products, Keith also offers custom work, enabling his customers to personalize their items to exact specifications. Mr. D. Tyge ordered a customized Low Down strap and was thrilled with the results: “It far exceeds my expectations. The quality, craftsmanship, and overall value of this strap blows away anything I have seen; especially for the price. I have seen custom straps go for $300, and these are much better straps.”

Keith humbly shares, “I love what I do and I feel fortunate to be able to work from home. I’m able to be with my boys when they get home from school and they enjoy helping me in my workshop!”

He has built a brand loyalty from hundreds of satisfied customers, which has contributed to the business’ success for over a decade.

This is a slice of American spirit that is in it for the long haul. Keith has built his business by handcrafting quality leather products that truly live up to the business name – American Custom Leather.

Keith’s work can be viewed on his website AmericanCustomLeather.com or call 336.201.7687.

American Custom Leather belts, guitar and banjo straps, or animal collars make great gifts! As long as Keith has a minimum of three days built in for shipping, he will take your order, but for the Christmas season, he recommends ordering up to two months in advance. American Custom Leather products make a great Father’s Day gift!

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HOLIDAY TOURS 2015 Story by Meghan E.W. Corbett, Photos by Tim Talley Photography

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“Since the very first trip taken by its founders, Nancy and Dwight Thompson, Holiday Tours has been committed to offering customers an exceptional travel experience,” said Co-owner and Office Manager Rhonda Moody. “Originally founded as a small, familyowned tour operator in 1978, offering local patrons a variety of uniquely customized vacation getaways, Holiday Tours eventually emerged from those humble beginnings to become an industry leader, both in vacation travel and charter motor coach service. I co-own Holiday Tours with my brother, David R. Brown, who serves as President. Together, we offer a fleet of more than 60 late model 50-56 passenger Prevost motor coaches and 38 passenger mid-size coaches.”

Perhaps the greatest feature of traveling with Holiday Tours is the peace of mind you feel knowing your trip will be safe and comfortable. “When looking to charter a coach, a company’s safety record should always be your main concern,” said Moody. “We are proud that our safety record speaks for itself. We consistently rank at the top on our DOT (Department of Transportation) inspections and on our DOD (Department of Defense) inspections. We have also won other National Safety awards and have a full time safety director. Our drivers inspect their coaches at the beginning and end of each day. These inspections include critical items such as tires, lights, steering and brakes, in addition to convenience items such as the coach’s cleanliness, P. A. system and baggage area. On site, Holiday has a top of the line service facility where safety for our passengers and staff are our most important priorities. We have a very extensive preventive maintenance program to keep all equipment maintained at the highest factory specifications. Each coach is serviced and cleaned before every trip; no other company in our area can match the quality and cleanliness of our modern fleet.”

The safety and comfort combined with the lower cost of motor coach travel makes the decision to choose Holiday Tours a true no-brainer! “Motor coach travel in and of itself is the most economical way for a group of individuals to travel,” said Moody. “At face value, you’re going to get a discount while traveling as a group to nearly any location you are going to. Hotels, attractions, restaurants, events, etc. – they all love for a group of 30 or more to come together and are willing to offer a better price to have that group at their location. In addition to saving money, there are other advantages of traveling by motor coach as opposed to driving or flying. With airlines, you have so many hidden fees and wait times, not to mention the hassle that comes with flight changes and cancellations. With driving, you’ve always got someone in a group of two to four who doesn’t get to relax like the rest. They must drive and can’t enjoy the sights along the way. You’ve also got to break your large group down into smaller pieces where everyone is segmented, and it can just be a hassle trying to get everyone there safely. With motor coach travel, you simply skip over all of that.

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Your group gets to travel the best way – together. That’s what makes it so special.

Add that to the fact that you’re saving, and you’ve got a winning combination.”

No matter what adventures await you, Holiday Tours can enhance your experience each and every time! “Over the past 37 years, we’ve had the pleasure of chartering trips for thousands of students – some on their way to the nation’s capital to explore the richness of American democracy, while others head to Disney World for one last memorable adventure before graduation. We’ve had the privilege of transporting our military service men and women, deployed around the world, to some of the most amazing homecomings in small towns all across America.

Countless numbers of high school, college and even professional sports teams have heard their final big game pep talk aboard one of our motor coaches. Political and national leaders have spent the last few minutes before taking the stage aboard a Holiday coach, rehearsing the lines of an all too important speech; and we can’t forget the thousands who have found a refuge from devastating natural disasters, such as hurricane Katrina, aboard a Holiday coach. Holiday is truly committed to serving its customers no matter what the need. Whether you are looking for that perfect vacation or a quick get-away, a trip of a lifetime to the Canadian Rockies, a relaxing cruise or you need our experience to help with transportation and complete trip planning for your group, just give Holiday a call!”

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Fabulous Ways to Use Baking Soda in the Garden

By Lisa S.T. Doss ny product that is labeled as a “miracle powder” may leave you skeptical unless it is associated with “baking soda.” From the generations of families who have used it to relieve sunburned skin, abate odors, and clean surfaces and floors – clothing to cars – we rarely heard about its uses in aiding the outdoors, especially our gardens. You'll be amazed at how easy your life will become when implementing these new worthwhile tips.

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Sweeten Your Tomatoes: Have you ever wondered what to do with that expired 30 day box of baking soda in your refrigerator?

In lieu of throwing it away, sprinkle it lightly around the soil.

Your tomatoes will be much sweeter since the sodium bicarbonate will lower the soil’s acidity, and keep the leaves and fruit healthy by discouraging pests.

Encourage Beautiful Blooms: Flowers such as geraniums, begonias, and hydrangeas thrive in alkaline soil; therefore, add a slight amount of baking soda to your watering can, and watch the magic happen!

Extend the Life of Cut Flowers: Add a teaspoon of baking soda to your vase, and you will be amazed at the extended vitality of your arrangement.

Deodorize Your Compost: Sprinkling baking soda works wonders in your cat’s litter box, and why not suppress the odors in your compost, too?

Clean Clay Pots: A pot caked in dirt from a previous plant is no simple job to clean. Next time, sprinkle the clay pot with baking soda prior to adding water. Since baking soda is natural, you need not worry about any harmful residues being absorbed into the clay. In fact, you can keep the soil fresh by coating the walls of the pot with a thin layer of baking soda prior to adding soil.

Deter Insects and Animals: Sprinkling baking soda on the surface of your garden is an easy way to deter rabbits, ants, and silver fish from entering. Why? They simply do not like it.

Kill Weeds: Put aside those harmful chemicals and grab your box of baking soda. Like many individuals, you have wondered how to eliminate the weeds growing in the cracks on your sidewalk or patio. By pouring a thick layer inside the cracks, the baking soda will kill the small weeds and prevent new sprouts from forming.

Solve Powdery Mildew: Powdery mildew is one of the most common and easily recognized plant diseases. In addition to cucumbers, eggplant, strawberries, and squash (or any soft leafed plants), mildew also affects lilacs, grapes, roses, impatiens and zinnias. One solution is to make a spray adding one tablespoon of baking soda, one tablespoon of vegetable oil, and one tablespoon of dishwashing liquid to a gallon of water.

Mix together. While a spraying weekly is necessary, try to apply either on overcast days or late in the evening to prevent the foliage from burning.

Eliminate Harmful Insects: If you are looking to kill harmful insects like aphids without harming the beneficial insects like bees and ladybugs, mix a teaspoon of baking soda with a 1/3 cup of cooking oil. Then measure out two teaspoons and add it to one cup of water. Please label your spray bottle with “organic pesticide spray.”

Clean Up: Impromptu gardening moments occur each and every day. You ventured to the garden with the hopes of taking a leisurely stroll and perhaps watering. It didn’t occur to you to bring your gardening gloves. Did you know cleaning your hands with baking soda will eliminate the dirt and grime even in the small creases? Yes, baking soda is our miracle cleaning powder inside, and, also in the great outdoors.

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The Glitz! The Glamour!

The Likelihood of Divorce!

A Look at Las Vegas Weddings

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y ex-wife and I must be the only couple in American history to meet in Las Vegas, get engaged in Las Vegas, and then get married in...Tulsa, Oklahoma?

My own marriage notwithstanding, Las Vegas is known almost as much for its (usually quickie) weddings as for its gambling, colossal shows often featuring aging and Botoxladened performers, and buffets loaded with ten lifetimes worth of carbs.

You can get married by an Elvis impersonator.

You can married at a drive-through window.

You can get married underwater.

(I think I’m kidding about the last one, but you never know.)

The bottom line is that if you present someone with this fill-in-the-blank: “ _________ wedding,” the most likely answers would be “June,” “shotgun,” or “Las Vegas.”

Thus, even though Sin City is over 2,000 miles away, focusing on celebrities who got married there seems only fitting.

I’m going to ignore more-recent nuptials, such as those of actor Doug Hutchison (51) and beauty pageant queen Courtney Alexis Stodden (16...yes, 16!) or of one-hit and wonderfully hairless chanteuse Sinead O’Connor to therapist Barry Herridge, and focus instead on some classic Vegas weddings from the past.

Elvis Presley and Priscilla Beaulieu, May 1, 1967. Priscilla was only 14 (!) when Elvis met her in Germany, during his two-year stint in the army. Believe it or not, at one point, the singer, famous for wiggling his hips and sneering his lips, convinced Priscilla’s parents to let her come to live at Graceland, Elvis’s home in Memphis, when she was still a high school student. Soon after Priscilla turned 21, Elvis made an honest woman out of her. The two married in a private suite at the then-new Aladdin Hotel.

They divorced in 1973.

Cher and Gregg Allman, June 1975. Cher was still legally married to Sonny Bono when she met rocker Gregg Allman, of the Allman

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Brothers Band. For their first date, Allman took the drug-free Cher to several drug-fueled L.A. parties. But, summoning up all of his Southern gentleman manners, Allman convinced Cher to go out again. This time he picked a more low-key outing. They got married at Caesar’s Palace just three days after her marriage to Sonny officially ended.

That marriage lasted 11 years. The marriage to Gregg Allman lasted a mere two.

Angelina Jolie and Billy Bob Thornton, May 5, 2000. At the time they got married, Billy Bob was still best known for his breakthrough role as a mentally disabled murderer in the film, Slingblade. So, when news emerged that THAT GUY was marrying the undeniably gorgeous Angelina Jolie, many were left scratching their heads.

The facts were even weirder. Jolie was Billy Bob’s FIFTH wife, and when he married Jolie, he first had to break off his engagement to actress Laura Dern for whom he had left his FOURTH wife. As for Jolie, the then-24-yearold married Billy Bob only after getting the courts to speed up her divorce from her first husband, British actor Jonny Lee Miller. The marriage took place at the Little Church of the West wedding chapel. Despite her “Billy Bob Forever”-style tattoos, the marriage lasted only two years.

Frank Sinatra and Mia Farrow, July 19, 1966.

This May-December match didn’t even make it to two years because a petulant Sinatra got upset when Farrow chose to work on Rosemary’s Baby instead of on Frank’s forgettable film, Lady in Cement. The wedding, which took place at The Sands (in which Sinatra had a financial stake), started with such promise, too. After a friend told the 51-year-old Frank that it would be a bad career move to marry the 21-year-old Farrow, Frank made darn sure the nuptials took place within 48 hours.

Clara Bow and Rex Bell, December 4, 1931.

Few remember Hollywood’s “It” girl of the silent screen, but she was once a household name. She became one of the first celebrities to get hitched in Las Vegas. They were such pioneers that (gasp!) they got married in the chambers of a judge rather than in a wedding chapel! Their marriage actually lasted, by the way.

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CONGRATULATIONS TO THESE FORSYTH COUNTY GRADUATES! We are so happy for you and we wish you the best!

Congratulations to ALL the recent graduates in Forsyth County!

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CALENDAR of Upcoming Events NOW THROUGH JUNE 18 (THURSDAYS) INTRO TO YOGA CLASS 6-7pm, 6000 Meadowbrook Mall Court, Suite 1 in Clemmons. Explore the basics of yoga in a safe, friendly and non-competitive environment with other students who are new to yoga. Learn a variety of simple yoga postures and how to do them safely and effectively. Cost: $65-$75/person. www.sunriseyoga.net

June 2015 best family-friendly entertainment in the Triad!

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NOW THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30 (WEDNESDAYS) LIVE MUSIC AT VILLAGE TAVERN

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7-10pm, Village Tavern, 2000 Griffith Road in W-S. Join us for live music every Wednesday, and enjoy half-priced wines by the glass at Village Tavern. www.villagetavern.com/events.cfm?pid=179

PAQA-SOUTH ARTQUILTS REMINISCE

NOW THROUGH NOVEMBER 20

10am, 119 Ambassador Loop in Cary. 12th international juried exhibit. Memories of long ago or the not-so-distant past will be displayed in this exhibit of innovative art quilts. Reminisce a little, as exhibiting artists share their stories in art quilt form. www.paqa-south.org

INFANT SWIMMING RESOURCE (ISR) LESSONS

NOW THROUGH JUNE 27

NOW THROUGH NOVEMBER 28 (SATURDAYS)

WS/FCS VISUAL ART TEACHERS’ EXHIBIT 6-8pm, 2611 New Walkertown Road in W-S. Delta Fine Arts, Inc. presents the first ever WS/FCS Art Teachers’ Exhibit. Opening reception on May 7th at 6pm in the Simona Atkins Allen Gallery; panel discussion on May 21st from 12:301:30pm – free lunch. www.deltaartscenter.org

NOW THROUGH JULY 28 (TUESDAYS) TODDLER/PRESCHOOLER STORYTIME 10:30-11am, 2969 Main Street in Walkertown.

Stories, songs, rhymes and simple crafts or games make literacy fun for ages one to five. www.forsyth.cc/library/walkertown

NOW THROUGH JULY 30 BRADLEY METHOD® NATURAL CHILDBIRTH CLASSES 6:30-8:30pm, Novant Health Midwifery Associates, 150 Charlois Boulevard, Suite 100 in W-S. Bradley Method® is a comprehensive, 12-week, smallgroup course preparing couples for natural birth, covering nutrition, exercise, relaxation, positioning, Dad/coach’s role, stages of childbirth, interventions, breastfeeding and more. Cost: $325. www.bradleybirth.com/lanettetyler

NOW THROUGH AUGUST 29 (TUESDAYS-SATURDAYS) EXHIBIT: AT HOME ON THE PLAINS 10am-4:30pm, Museum of Anthropology, Wake Forest University, 1834 Wake Forest Road. This exhibit showcases Plains Indians objects from MOA’s permanent collection. Exhibit highlights include beaded moccasins from the Cree and Lakota Sioux tribes and two rare Comanche painted hides, on display together for the first time. www.moa.wfu.edu

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

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JUNE 2-JULY 7 (TUESDAYS) SUNRISE YOGA STUDIO – YOGA FOR MENOPAUSE 6-7pm, 6000 Meadowbrook Mall Court, Suite 1 in Clemmons. Explore beginner-level postures that can help manage hot flashes, reduce bone loss, improve sleep, reduce fuzzy thinking and relieve anxiety, moodiness and fatigue. For women whose menopause is approaching, in progress, waning or complete. Cost: $75/person. www.sunriseyoga.net

JUNE 6 THE CLEMMONS STRIDE FOR COURAGE 5K AND FUN RUN 8:15-9:30am, 3376 Middlebrook Drive in Clemmons. Benefiting Cancer Services, Inc. Refreshments, awards, door prizes, live music and more! Technical shirts are guaranteed to the first 200 entrants. Cost: $15-$30/person. www.stride4courage.com

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1-5pm, 6000 Meadowbrook Mall Court, Suite 1 in Clemmons. Through yoga poses, mindfulness meditations and experiential exercises, learn how mindfulness brings clarity to the practice of asana, flexibility to the body and stability to the mind.

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SNAKES, TURTLES AND DINOS…OH MY! REPTILE DAY AT SCIWORKS

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1:30-4:30pm, 400 West Hanes Mill Road in W-S.

Marvel at the fascinating Snakes Alive! program (featuring a huge Burmese python), snap a photo with a certain martial arts-practicing turtle mascot and enter to win tickets to Jurassic World (opening June 12th) and other fun prizes. Seating for Snakes Alive! is limited and is first come, first served.

Included with museum admission. 767.6730; www.sciworks.org

JUNE 8 GIRLS' NIGHT OUT 5pm…until! Bleu Restaurant & Bar, 3425 Frontis Street in W-S. Grab a friend, neighbor, co-worker, mother, sister, SOMEBODY and have a much need Girls’ Night Out. Enjoy half-price appetizers until 7pm and a $3 margarita special! Also, register for TONS of prizes and giveaways! Sponsored by Forsyth Woman, Forsyth Woman Engaged! and Bleu Restaurant & Bar.

JUNE 10-SEPTEMBER 7 TEAM UP: EXPLORE SCIENCE & SPORTS EXHIBIT AT SCIWORKS 10am-5pm (M-Sat.); 12-5pm (Sun.), 400 West Hanes Mill Road in W-S. Team Up examines the science of sports through 13 interactive components, encouraging visitors to test their skills at basketball, tennis, soccer and football while learning about math and physics. Included with museum admission. 767.6730; www.sciworks.org

LITTLE BUILDERS EXHIBIT AT SCIWORKS 10am-5pm (M-Sat.); 12-5pm (Sun.), 400 West Hanes Mill Road in W-S. Little Builders invites children ages 2-7 to create, play and learn as they explore the concepts of construction, motion and simple machines. Included with museum admission. 767.6730; www.sciworks.org

JUNE 10 POLYMER CLAY CHARMS FOR TEENS 2:30-3:30pm, 2969 Main Street in Walkertown.

We’re keeping it small. Join us to make small charms out of polymer clay. Learn why small is sometimes best. Program for students entering grades 6-12.www.forsyth.cc/library/walkertown

JUNE 11 EXPECTANT GRANDPARENTING 6-8pm, 2909 Maplewood Avenue in W-S. Babies haven't changed, but what we know about them has! Combine your wealth of knowledge with the latest information on infant care, safety, child rearing practices and new parent support.

Cost: $25/person. www.birthsandbeginnings.com/events.html

JUNE 12 FAMILY FRIDAY NIGHT (SUPPORTED BY PNC) AT SCIWORKS 4-8pm, 400 West Hanes Mill Road in W-S. Join us for a summer tradition…and be among the first to visit our new traveling exhibits: Team UP! Explore Science and Sports and Little Builders!

Enjoy the museum, outdoor parks, planetarium and refreshments for only $3/person. SciWorks members, PNC employees and kids 2 & under are free! 767.6730; www.sciworks.org

AN EVENING WITH MIKE WEAVER, JOY GREENE AND I AM THEY

12-6pm, Sparrow’s Nest, 6253 Shallowford Road in Lewisville. Refreshments, prizes and music.

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6:30-9:30pm, 1701 Westchester Drive in High Point. This encouraging ladies event will include music by Christian Music Artists, Mike Weaver (of Big Daddy Weave) and the up and coming group, I Am They. Joy Greene (of Joytime Ministries) will also give an encouraging message.

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MAIZY AND SPROUT 11am-1pm, 390 South Liberty Street in W-S. Intertwining Native American legend with contemporary characters, Maizy & Sprout examines the balance between science and storytelling. Dig deep into the soil with two young native sisters to discover where stories come from. Cost: $3-$11/person. www.peppercorntheatre.org

JUNE 13 CRAFT FEST AT BETHANIA VISITOR CENTER 9am-3pm, 5393 Ham Horton Lane in Bethania.

6th Annual Craft Fest sponsored by Mizpah Moravian Church. Artists/crafters, paintings, pottery, handmade jewelry, handmade crafts of mixed media. Food available. www.mizpahmoravianchurch.org

JUNE 16 KIDS’ MORNING OUT 10am-12pm, TRU Taekwondo Center, 5065 Country Club Road in W-S. School’s out for summer! KMO for ALL AGES! Come see all TRU Taekwondo has to offer with a variety of individual activity stations. There will also be games, treats, fun, Taekwondo demonstration, giveaways and more! Each adult attendee will receive four tickets for our fabulous prize board! For more information, call 448.0152.

PRESCHOOL CLASS AT SCIWORKS: “LESS IS MORE” 10am-12pm, 400 West Hanes Mill Road in W-S. Special science class for ages 3-5 with a parent/adult caregiver. Pre-registration required.

Per class fee: $7 members/$15 non-members (includes museum admission). Call 714-7105 to register. www.sciworks.org

JUNE 17

SHRED DAY 9am-12pm, Knollwood Baptist Church, 330 Knollwood Street in W-S. Bring your personal, confidential papers to be eaten (shredded) by the mobile truck “the beast.” Cost: $5/bag requested. familyhousews.org

SHELTON VINEYARDS SUMMER CONCERT FEATURING TOO MUCH SYLVIA 6-9pm, 286 Cabernet Lane in Dobson. Join us for our Summer Concert Series with Too Much Sylvia, Best of Beach and R&B. Cost: $20/advance ticket; $25/gate ticket. www.sheltonvineyards.com

JUNE 21 HAPPY FATHER’S DAY AT THE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM 1-5pm, 390 South Liberty Street in W-S. Fathers receive free admission to the museum to celebrate Father’s Day! www.childrensmuseumofws.org

SUNRISE YOGA STUDIO OPEN HOUSE 12-4pm, 6000 Meadowbrook Mall Court, Suite 1 in Clemmons. Join us to celebrate International Day of Yoga with free classes for beginners, food, discounts, prizes and a wonderful trunk show by Athleta! We'll also be taking donations for Forsyth County Senior Services. www.sunriseyoga.net

JUNE 22-26 ONE-DAY SCICAMPS AT SCIWORKS 9am-4pm, 400 West Hanes Mill Road in W-S. One-day camps for rising kindergarteners through 6th graders. Sign up for a single day or the entire week! Visit www.sciworks.org for camp descriptions, pricing and registration information.

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HANDMADE CARDS FOR DADS AND TROOPS

JUNE 27

2-3pm, 2969 Main Street in Walkertown.

Make a Father's Day card or a July 4th card for our military troops. Ages 7 and up.

Registration required; call 703.2990. www.forsyth.cc/library/walkertown

SOFIA THE FIRST TEA PARTY

JUNE 18 COMFORT MEASURES FOR LABOR 6-8pm, 245 Charlois Boulevard in W-S. This two-hour hands-on class is a great add-on to your childbirth education! Learn and practice labor positions, massage techniques, breathing, vocalizations and many other tips!

Cost: $25/couple. www.piedmontdoulas.com

10:30am-12pm, 390 South Liberty Street in W-S. Make and wear your very own tiara, listen to Sofia the First: The Floating Palace storytime and create fun Sofia-inspired crafts. Children and adults enjoy tasty teatime treats -- a mini cupcake, fruit and more! Registration required: $15/member-child (1 adult free); $23/nonmember-child (1 free adult), museum admission included; $4/additional adult, museum admission not included. www.childrensmuseumofws.org

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Enjoy delicious food from our large menu selection. Quality and unsurpassed service await you at Mac & Nelli’s Weekly Dining & Drink Specials: Monday - Wing Night 35 CentMac Wings&- $2.00 PBR Drafts Nelli’s Tuesday - Endless Pasta Night - $11.95 Half Price Select Wine Wednesday - Hump Day Half Price Appetizers & Half Price Well Drinks Thursday - Classic Burger Night - $5.00 Friday & Saturday Night - Prime Rib Sunday Brunch - 9 am - 2 pm, Full menu after 2 pm, open til 9 pm.

Live Music by Local Musicians Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.

Please keep up with our Special Events and Musical Line-Up for the month via our FaceBook page or Website.

Call Mac & Nelli’s for your next catered event.

336.529.6230 4926 Country Club Road Winston-Salem, NC 27104

macandnellisws.com M-Th 3-11pm | F-S 11am-Midnight Sunday Brunch 9am-9pm

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Ramblin’ Rose ......................................113

Handpicked Consignments ...................107 Handpicked Jewelry................................77 Hauser Rental .......................................119

Remax - Delana Jordersma.....................47

Hillcrest Vision ......................................115

Rodan + Fields - Kelley Carnall ............121

Hip Chics Boutique..................................43

Ryan’s Restaurant...................................47

Holiday Tours ..........................................79 Homewatch CareGivers ..........................77

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Salem Gymnastics................................107

House Matters ......................................119

Salem Smiles Orthodontics.....................61

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Inner Strength Pilates ..............................75

Sass Consignments ................................77

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Saura Farm Landscaping & Nursery .....115

Jeffrey Adam’s........................................21

Sewingly Yours .......................................91

John E. Fitzgerald, Attorney ay Law ..........7

Sharon Reid, DDS, PA ............................85

June DeLugas Interiors......................36-37

K Kinnaman’s Furniture ..............................12

L Lamberti’s Salon & Day Spa...................53 Leather & Lace Acoustic Duo ...............111 Lewisville Laser & Aesthetics....................3 Lil’ Briar Patch.........................................85 100.3 Kiss FM .........................................4 201 Media...............................................79

D Davie Flooring & Cabinets .......................81

ReDESIGNS by Ava.................................55

Simply Southern Cuisine.........................75 Simply Sterling & Company ....................48 Singing Bird Salon.................................124 Skeeter Security....................................125 Southern Ties Boutique...........................17 Sparrow’s Nest .......................................99 Starboard Accounting ...........................107

Live 2 Lead ...........................................109

Studio Create ........................................115

Lyndhurst Gynecologic Associates .........15

Style Encore............................................31

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Mac & Nelli’s ........................................127

Summit Eye Care ....................................18

Accent Prone ............................................2

Diet Center ............................................121

Macrae Rare Coins ...............................121

Dobson, Town of.....................................55

Sunrise Yoga...........................................61

Accessorize This!....................................61

Mainstream Boutique ..............................25

Aesthetic Images ....................................69

Doterra - Norma K. Stommel ................125

McIntosh Total Home Repair .................124

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Alexander’s Automotive ........................117

DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen....................83

Midtown Cafe & Dessertery....................71

Thrive Integrated Health...........................79

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American Custom Leather.....................121

Moonlight Designs ..................................95

Tina S. Merhoff & Associates .................45

Aristopits.................................................29

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Todd’s Easy Moves...............................117

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Best Bet Painters...................................124

Fabian’s Restaurant...............................125

Noah Willaims Media ............................111

Bleu Restaurant & Bar.............................41

Farrago....................................................81

Note Worthy............................................61

Bloomday Granite ...........Inside Back Cover

Financial Divorces, LLC / Forefront

Nu expression .........................................73

Brookstown Inn.......................................57

Investment Counselors............................75

Broyhill Center.........................................99

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Oasis on Fifth..........................................91

Burklee Printing .......................................89

Five Points...............................................53

Moore Self Storage ...............................119

P Busy as a Bee Concierge ........................99 Flow Auto..................................................6

Piedmont Advantage Credit Union...........10

C Carolina Urological Associates................79 Castle Lights ...........................................39

Forsyth Plastic Surgery ...........................31

Pam Boyle Real Estate ............................59

Fourth & Trade ......................................121

Paparazzi Hair Salon................................67

Fraleigh’s ..............................................109

Paparazzi - Kristin Gee ..........................125

TJ’s Body Shop ............................117, 125

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Fresh Air Carpet Care ............................125

Parr Investments .....................................35

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Christina’s Dessertery.............................87

Goin’ Postal ....................................93, 125

Clemmons Bicycle ................................107

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Facial Plastic Surgery..............................23

Prints Charming Photo Booth..................91

Cornerstone Cafe & Catering.................103

Gotta Get Thin ...........................Back Cover

Professional Women of Winston-Salem ..45

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Graylyn Conference Center ...............29, 59

PTI ..........................................................11

Yadkin Arts Council.................................48

Chermak & Hanson Orthodontics ...........91

Wilson Park Athletics & Training Center ..83

Photo Artistry by Melinda .....................103

Winston-Salem Journal.........................125

Piedmont Club ........................................16

WomanCare ............................................65

Piedmont Federal Savings Bank ................9

WS Dash...............................................101

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1) What was your first job? What was an important life skill you learned from it?

I went into the Air Force when I was 17 years old. I learned everything about being on my own while in the Air Force, including how to sew a button (they gave each of us a sewing kit).

2) What did you want to be when you grew up?

I wanted to follow my big brother Levi’s footsteps, which is how I ended up joining the Air Force.

3) What is your favorite thing about Winston-Salem?

I like a lot of things about Winston-Salem. I was born in Old Salem and remember being five or six years old, peeking in the window at the original Krispy Kreme store. They would feel sorry for me and give me a doughnut.

4) Name someone you admire and why?

I admire my daughter, Keela. She sets her mind to do something…and she is going to do it. She is a go-getter in every aspect of her life, and I admire her for that and many other things!

5) If you could go anywhere in the world, where would it be?

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By Kelly Melang, with Brooke Eagle

I would go back to Japan. I was there for two and a half years from 1952-1955. When I was there, Japan had dirt roads, and people used the bathroom on the streets…I know Japan is totally different now, so it would be really interesting to see all the changes.

6) What is your favorite home cooked family meal?

On Sundays when I was a child, my mother would kill a chicken, and we would eat chicken, mashed potatoes, green beans, and corn…if you knew my mother, you wouldn’t believe she could kill a chicken like she did…but that was how she was raised, and that’s what she did every Sunday to feed her family.

7) What is the biggest lesson you’ve learned in your life?

My mother always told me that we should always do the right thing, and that you’ll always know what the right thing is.

8) What is your favorite trail for walking/biking/running in the Winston-Salem area?

Tanglewood is my favorite, but I also enjoy going to Salem Lake.

9) What are your hobbies?

I enjoy jogging at Tanglewood. I also like to watch golf, football, basketball and NASCAR on TV.

10) What is the perfect retirement age, and why?

I retired at 58 because I had to…but I would’ve worked longer if I could! I’m not technically retired now, but delivering magazines is definitely a job – a fun job most days!

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