Forsyth Woman August 2013

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SPECIAL FEATURES 10 Brunch & Tennis, Anyone?

Winston-Salem Open to Host Ladies Day on August 22nd

12 The Elephant Chronicles: Things That Make You Blush Edition

18 The Earheart Journey Continues 20 Be Kind to the Environment and Lower Your Energy Bill 22 Brenner FIT Challenge: Help Fight Childhood Obesity

28 Black Women from Forsyth County in Role Model Beyond Beauty Exhibit 30 Salem Funerals & Cremations 32 Neighbors Helping Neighbors: Forsyth County Woman Fundraisers for the Stokes County Animal Shelter

36 Three Years & Going Strong…

The Educator Warehouse Gears Up for Another Great School Year!

38 Bloomday Granite & Marble 40 Break Out of the Breakout Cycle 42 Treat Yourself at Salem Smiles!

48 Styling a Beauty Queen 50 Six Simple (and Smart) Steps to Car Buying 54 Choose Natural Face & Body Products 56 Homewatch Caregivers 58 Fellowship Food 60 Forsyth Magazines You Tube 62 Pam Cook & Jim Longworth 64 What to Expect on a Consignment Shop Hop 66 Animal Hospital West 68 What’s Your Story?

70 Kelly’s Story 72 Volunteering – Giving From the Heart 74 A Chance to Give: Samaritan’s Penny Campaign 76 Till Debt Do Us Part: Managing Money in Marriage 80 Alpha and Omega: Church of Faith is Making a Difference in East Winston

84 Transitioning Your Spring Garden to Fall or Winter 98 Redecorating: DIY or Pro!

100 ARTSfest 2013 110 Relay for Red 114 Fire in the Triad Competition Dining

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The View From This Side

Didn’t the summer just start? How is it possible that August is here and kids will soon be returning to school? For the first time, Tim and I will have an empty nest, as Tanner will be headed to college. While we are going to miss him terribly, we are so proud of him and we are so excited for the opportunities in his future!

COVER STORY 45 Kingery & Kingery Smiles Are Our Specialty

DEPARTMENTS 15 Summit Eye Care: Hypertension in the eyes!

24 Keeping It Real: Taking the Plunge!

26 Rosey’s Review: Simply Southern Cuisine

34 Dear June 52 ReDESIGNS by Ava 78 Things That Make You Blush: How Women Get Their Hearts Crushed

82 Golf With Anne Marie 86 To Your Health!

Hiking Your Way to Better Health

We have an extra special Girls’ Night Out this month at 2520 Tavern! We are once again supporting Educator Warehouse. Readers who join us at GNO will get an extra door prize ticket for every school supply brought to support to this amazing organization. For more details, check out the article on Educator Warehouse on page 36.

As we wrap up the summer, we have several exciting events to look forward to in the next few months. Check out the ads for both the Fall Consignment Shop Hop (TinyUrl.com/Fall13CSH) and Bridal Show at the BB&T Ballpark (TinyUrl.com/OctBridalShow).

Speaking of the bridal show, did you see our newest issue of Forsyth Woman Engaged! magazine? We unveiled the 5th issue last month and we are so excited about it as the cover was voted on by our Facebook fans and this issue includes TEN real weddings to inspire brides. If you or someone you know is getting married, please visit www.ForsythWomanEngaged.com to learn more about where you can find a copy!

We thank our readers and advertisers in every issue and this one is no different.

Our team remains in awe of your loyalty and support. We cannot thank you enough for your kind words when we meet you at Girls’ Night Out, or just out and about around town! Readers, please continue to tell our advertisers that you saw their ads in our magazines. This free resource is a direct result of their advertising support! We appreciate you for letting them know their advertising dollars are well spent!

Enjoy this issue and we hope to see you on August 13th when we have Girls’ Night Out at 2520 Tavern! Don’t forget to bring your school supplies to help support Educator Warehouse!

88 Living Gently: 30-Day Challenge: Random Acts of Kindness

90 One Woman’s Voice: A Story About “What I Must Do”

92 Women Outdoors!

SUPing 101

94 Reel Time 96 Recipes: Seafood Spectacular

102 Women on the Move 104 Been There – Pinned That!

106 Local Vocals: Jamie Carroll

108 Celebrations 116 Calendar of Upcoming Events 118 The Last Word… with Lucy Duncan

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We celebrated my best friend and business partner’s 50th birthday party in grand style at WinMock at Kinderton in July. Robin – I hope your birthday was phenomenal! Here’s to the next 50!

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BRUNCH & TENNIS, ANYONE? WINSTON-SALEM OPEN TO HOST LADIES DAY ON AUGUST 22ND

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he third exciting year of the Winston-Salem Open tennis tournament is kicking off right around the corner, and as always, the whole week will be full of events and activities suited for any and every kind of tennis fan, from the die-hard to the simply curious. The Winston-Salem Open takes place August 18-24.

One Winston-Salem Open event will be targeted specifically for the women of Winston-Salem and surrounding areas. On Thursday, August 22, the third annual Ladies Day at the Winston-Salem Open will take place inside Deacon Tower at BB&T Field from 10-11:30 am. This popular event will once again provide a wonderful brunch buffet for all participants, along with a fashion show, vendor booths, door prizes and more.

“Ladies Day has proven to be a successful piece of the WinstonSalem Open experience,” said Teresa Braeckel, Tournament Coordinator for the Winston-Salem Open. “We saw the event essentially double in attendance from 2011 to 2012, so we are really looking forward to seeing what growth it will see in 2013. It really is a great way to start off a day at the tournament.”

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Attendees of Ladies Day, hosted again this year by FOX8’s Cindy Farmer, will be able to visit with local vendors who will be selling wares like jewelry and clothing; enjoy soothing services like chair massages; and catch up on the latest trends during a fashion show that will feature clothing and accessories from shops and boutiques that are all right here in Winston-Salem.

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Tickets for the brunch are available online at www.winstonsalemopen.com. There are single brunch tickets available, as well as options for purchasing whole tables or tickets that include admission to tennis that afternoon, with the Singles and Doubles Quarterfinals beginning at noon.

“We’re very excited for another Ladies Day this year,” Braeckel said.

“It’s a great way to get a group together – a ladies lunch group, friends from work or a book club – and come out and enjoy a unique part of the tournament and then enjoy the tennis afterwards.”

Start assembling your own group and sign up for Ladies Day at the Winston-Salem Open today!

MORE ABOUT THE WINSTON-SALEM OPEN The Winston-Salem Open, an ATP World Tour 250 event with a total purse of $625,000, will take place from August 18-24, 2013, with qualifying set for August 17. The tournament will be the final men’s event of the Emirates Airline US Open Series. For more information on the 2013 Winston-Salem Open, please go to winstonsalemopen.com.

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The Elephant Chronicles: Things That Make You Blush Edition

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

Lie #2: Looking at sexual images is harmless.

The Problem: Our culture insists: what you do for recreation, escape, or entertainment is nobody’s business. It doesn’t hurt anyone.

Especially you.

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

Here are 5 ropes (lies) relating to sexuality that might make you blush, but might also make you think differently about the relationship between sex, spirituality, and freedom.

Lie #1: Sex is just physical.

The Problem: The prevailing wisdom seems to be: as long as you don’t get a disease or get pregnant, then there is no harm in experimenting. No promises.

No expectations. It’s strictly physical. Like shaking hands. Only more fun.

The Truth: There is no such thing as casual sex. Sexual contact forges a deep spiritual connection between two people - whether that connection is desired (or even acknowledged) or not. To have multiple sexual partners is to have other people walking around, each carrying a piece of my soul.

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The Truth: It’s actually a huge, multi-billion dollar, international business.

And the “products” of the industry are human beings mostly women and children, millions of whom are enslaved.

But human rights issues aside, we are only just beginning to experience the effects of the widespread use of high-speed internet porn on attitudes, behaviors, and relationships.

These effects range from a distorted view of sexuality, to depression/numbness, to the inability to perform sexually with a real live person. An entire generation (male and female) is being warped (mind, body, and spirit) by this lie.

Lie #3: Sex gives a woman power.

The Problem: It’s an illusion. For a moment you feel like Superwoman - able to bring a man to his knees with desire. But it’s a fleeting moment.

The Truth: As soon as the passion fades, the powerful confidence drains away, and insecurity comes flooding in to take its place. Now what?

Does he love me? Do I love him?

Does he know the real me? Does he want the real me? Is this forever? Do I want it to be?

Will he expect this from now on?

What if he’s done with me now?

What if he doesn’t want me?

How can I pretend I don’t care?

How can I keep him interested?

The questions multiply on their own. Suddenly, the feeling of sexual empowerment transforms into naked vulnerability.

Lie #4: Sexual boundaries are oppressive.

The Problem: The image of sexual purity is: putting a kid in the middle of a candy store and saying, “Don’t touch.” The message of our time is: sex will make you happy, and not having sex will make you unhappy. The real question is: How is that working out for us? As individuals? As a society?

The Truth: Has the sex-saturation of our culture made us happier, more gratified, more content in relationships? While enjoying all of this sexual freedom, do we feel more connected or alone?

More fulfilled or empty? More valued or used?

More energized or spent? More whole or fragmented? More healed or wounded? More secure or jealous? More trusting or fearful? More comforted or anxious? More satisfied or hungry?

Lie #5: Once I’ve “gone there,” there’s no going back.

The Problem: The worse I feel about myself, the more willing I am to trade parts of me for the hope of what I really long for: attention, affection, acceptance…love. I might as well act like who I’ve become. Self-perpetuating misery.

The Truth: I serve a God of “do-overs” (yes, plural). His Word says that if we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness (1 John 1:9). In Him, we have the promise not only of forgiveness, but also of new life. “Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come!” (2 Cor. 5:12). God cares deeply about the dark corners of our lives. He longs to release us from the bondage of guilt, shame, regret, lust…

To see us walk in the light of His life-changing love. In freedom. Free to live as a woman wholly accepted, wholly cherished, wholly loved by God. God is not a prude. He invented sex. Read Song of Solomon. But He intended it to be so much more than what we have cheapened it to be. Sex is meant to be a sacred encounter. A well of healing, love, and satisfaction. A powerful and intimate blending of two souls in marriage. Will I experience this in my future? I don’t know. I hope so. But this I know for sure: I won’t settle for less.

Suggested reading: Sex and the Soul of a Woman, by Paula Rinehart; Undefiled,

by Harry Shaumburg.

Simply Sterling

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Get Ready to Go Back to School!

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HYPERTENSION in the eyes!

By Vic Khemsara, MD

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laucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness in the world. Ocular hypertension is a risk factor for glaucoma.

What is ocular hypertension? It's when your eye pressures are higher than normal. You can have ocular hypertension and not develop glaucoma; but researchers have estimated that ocular hypertension is 10 to 15 times more likely to occur then primary open-angle glaucoma which is the most common type of glaucoma in the US. The Ocular Hypertension Treatment Study showed that 4.5 to 9.4 percent of Americans over the age of 40 have high eye pressures and this increases their risk for developing glaucoma.

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3) Medications - steroid medications used to treat asthma and other medical conditions have been shown to increase eye pressures.

4) Eye injuries - an injury to the eye can damage your drain or cause too much fluid in the eye to be produced causing an increase in eye pressure.

5) Other eye conditions - there are some not so common eye conditions that need to be diagnosed by an eye doctor that can cause an increase in eye pressure (ie, pigment dispersion syndrome).

Age, race and family history can also increase your risk of having this condition. African Americans are at an eight times higher risk for developing glaucoma than Caucasians.

The last question you may be wondering is how do you know if you have high eye pressures? Most of the time, there is no way to know you do. There are no outward signs such as eye pain or red eyes. Thus, the importance of having eye exams. It's important to have your eye pressures checked on a regular basis.

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The Earheart Journey Continues…

Dear Forsyth Woman Readers, In the July issue of Forsyth Woman, we introduced you to five people, myself included, who were taking the Earheart Healthy Weight Loss Challenge. While our final “after” story and photos will not be shared until the September issue, I wanted to take a quick moment to update you on our journey.

Two weeks into the program, we have collectively lost 61.9 pounds, with four weeks to go. Speaking only for myself, the experience has been very eye opening.

I shared in the July article that I’ve struggled with my weight for years. My relationship with food has been a love-hate relationship, especially with portion control and my tendency to eat fast. I could write a dissertation on my love for sweets. And then the biggest change this challenge has brought eating meat again after 11 years.

Some things I’ve learned in this process of this journey: 1. I can do anything for six weeks.

2. I’ve got a lot more will power than I thought (especially when I’m watching everyone in my family dig into an Apple Strudel right in front of me).

3. Going on a diet in front of 60,000 readers is a heck of a motivator.

4. Going to a restaurant should not be treated like it’s a final meal.

5. I’ve learned a lot of creative ways to cook chicken.

6. And much to my husband’s delight – I’ve learned how to perfectly pan-sear a steak.

The Earheart Healthy Weight Loss Challenge isn’t over. I am eager to see what the rest of this experience brings. Linda Finch, the owner of Earheart Healthy Weight Loss, and my health coach, has been incredibly supportive, being available when I have questions, including the weekends and the Fourth of July holiday! I know that any time I need her, she’s a phone call away! She’s been awesome, especially when my undiagnosed OCD behaviors have kicked into overdrive on this program!

So, please continue to stay tuned! You’ll get the final update in September.

Please keep cheering us all on and on behalf of everyone in the challenge, thank you for your support! We can’t wait to tell you how we did in next month’s issue of Forsyth Woman!

Best regards, Denise Heidel Project Manager, Forsyth Magazines PS: If you want to check out this program for yourself before the “after” story comes out, give Earheart Healthy Weight Loss a call (855.732.7432) or stop by and visit them! They are located in Hanes Mall, on the 2nd floor right outside of Belk.

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Look hotter this Summer The weather is sizzling. Duke Eye Center of Winston-Salem can help your skin look its best when you want to show it off.

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Brenner FIT Challenge: Help Fight Childhood Obesity Brenner Children’s Hospital Challenges You to Join Them For the Brenner FIT Challenge on September 7 ut on your walking shoes, get your friends, family or a team together and join us as Brenner Children’s Hospital kicks off the fall season with a fundraising walk and professional bike race, and lots of fun!

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The 3rd annual Brenner FIT Challenge will be on Saturday, September 7 at WFU’s Bridger Field House.

This community event encourages all of us to get out and move, learn about healthy eating and help fight childhood obesity. Proceeds from the event benefit the Brenner FIT (Families in Training) Program, a family-centered, evidence-based approach to weight management.

The Challenge day begins at 9 a.m. with a 2.5 mile walk along a course that includes physical and educational activities for participants. The challenges are for all ages, and Brenner FIT encourages everyone to complete at least six of the fun and informative challenge activities.

Some of this year's challenges are: • Test your health and nutrition knowledge • Run the bases with the WFU baseball team • Do some "crazy running" • Hula hoop with Monkey Hooper • Go through the sugar zone • Find out what’s on your balance plate • Get fit with CrossFIT • Don't fear the Brenner FIT "flavor" factor …and many more challenges!

And enjoy the spectacle as cyclists burn rubber!

Following the walk, spectators will enjoy seeing professional bike races. The races begin at 11:30 a.m. and are limited to professional bikers. This is not just an ordinary road race, but a high speed race on a short track, where the intensity is sure to thrill and leave your family ready to get on your bikes at home.

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What is Brenner FIT? Brenner FIT (BrennerChildrens.org/BrennerFIT) is one of the most comprehensive weight management programs in the country. Staffed by a team of pediatricians, dietitians, behavioral counselors, social workers, physical therapists and exercise specialists, the program aims to improve the health of families.

Recognizing that every family is unique, Brenner FIT provides an evidence-based treatment approach that is tailored to meet the needs of each individual family.

Walks and bike riding are excellent ways for families to participate in fitness opportunities together.

Physical activity for children should be fun and involve the whole family — one of the messages the Brenner FIT Challenge aims to get across.

Other tips toward healthier living are in the Brenner FIT 5-4-3-2-1-0 plan. Help your children grow into strong, healthy adults by modeling these tips:

Brenner FIT 5-4-3-2-1-0 5 - Eat FIVE or more servings of fruits and vegetables every day 4 - Eat together as a family at least FOUR times a week 3 - Eat THREE meals a day no skipping meals 2 - Limit screen time (including computer and TV) to less than TWO hours a day 1 - Aim for ONE hour of physical activity each day 0 - Reduce the number of sugarsweetened beverages (including soft drinks and juice) to ZERO. Bring your family and friends and join us!

The Friends of Brenner Children’s Hospital, along with Ken Putnam, bike race chair and owner of Ken’s Bike Shop, invite you and your family to the Brenner FIT Challenge on September 7. This fundraising event is destined to become the region’s most popular family focused event for years to come!

To register, visit BrennerChildrens.org.

For more information, please contact the Brenner Children’s Hospital Development Office at 336-716-7985.

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Free Brenner FIT Classes Join the experts from Brenner Children’s Hospital for these FREE Brenner FIT Kohl’s Family Collaborative classes. Registration is required. Unless otherwise noted, classes are held at the William G. White Jr. Family YMCA,, 775 West End Blvd., Winston-Salem. Day care is available for classes held at the YMCA; please arrive 10 minutes prior to class time for check-in.

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Brenner FIT Brenner FIT Challenge – Fighting Childhood Obesity Saturday, September 7, starting at 9 am Wake Forest University Bridger Field House 2.5 mile walk with fun fitness challenges along the way, followed by a professional bicycle race. A great time for the whole family! Proceeds benefit Brenner FIT (Families in Training). To register, visit BrennerChildrens.org.

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TAKING THE PLUNGE! It’s summertime! There’s so much to love about this sultry season… cookouts, lightening bugs, and homespun ice cream to name a few.

Stealing away to the seashore is another favorite. Give this girl a beach chair and a great book and I’m set! The only thing that pulls me from the page is the occasional gaze across the ocean to locate my children. When I barely see their bobbing heads in the distance, I freak! (So what if my children are grown? It’s what mamas do!)

Not so very long ago, I sat in this same spot, watching my much younger children enjoy the beach. I vividly recall Paul’s fascination with the ocean’s waves, combined with incredible fear.

He desperately wanted to engage the flirting swells but just when he thought the ocean was retreating, its current hunted him back to shore. Repeatedly, Paul mustered the courage to give it another try.

He timidly ran toward the massive ocean, only to be chased back all over again. My young son’s preoccupation with the risks caused him to miss out on the exciting venture altogether. In Paul’s mind, the surges were trying to swallow him up. Little did he realize the ocean’s waves were actually inviting him to join the adventure!

Have you ever been there? Have you ever longed for adventure yet couldn’t see past the risks? Have you ever felt like you were suffocating from the all-too-familiar routine but couldn’t bring yourself to take the plunge into the unknown? I’m with you! I’m addicted to predictability. It’s just so doggone comfortable.

It’s boring, too!

I guess that’s the essence of faith, isn’t it? It’s moving beyond that place of familiarity, that place which seems manageable. It’s choosing to take the next step even though you can’t see where it leads or how things will end. The whole idea is frightening but then again, what’s life without a little faith? It’s really no life at all. It’s small, pitiful and did I mention . . . boring! Think about it. Ships are safest in the harbor but that’s not what ships are made for!

We are prone to think it would be easier to take the plunge if we could see what was ahead. It makes sense, right? There’s just one big problem with this scenario. If God disclosed where the adventure leads, rather than merely revealing our next step, we would hyperventilate. Once we caught our breath, we would run in the opposite direction as fast as our feet could take us. Why, you ask? If we were privy to all God wanted to accomplish in us and through us, panic would consume our very being. We don’t have what it takes. We would fall flat on our face. It’s way out of our batting average! And that’s the whole point, isn’t it? If we could do it by ourselves, we wouldn’t need God. We wouldn’t need faith.

It’s sad really, how we sell ourselves short. It’s even more tragic how we shortchange God. If we could bring ourselves to genuinely trust that God knows us inside and out, that He cares about every detail of our being, and that He is able to accomplish the impossible, it would transform our living. If we truly believed God has our best interests at heart and wants more for us than we want for ourselves, it would totally revolutionize the way we view the ocean waves of life. No more retreat. No more viewing the surges of life as seeking to swallow us whole. The invitation to adventure is simply more enticing! We prayerfully, yet eagerly, take the plunge, knowing the One who scooped out the ocean with His hand can be trusted with the outcome!

I’d love to stay and chat a while longer, but I’ve got to get back to it. My children have enthusiastically (a little too enthusiastically if you ask me) taken the plunge! I think I’ll go for it, too!

Adventure awaits!

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I was lucky enough to take several entrees and sides home to try, and I am not sure who was happier – me for not having to cook or my husband for getting a homemade dinner for a change. Thus began our trip around the world. The first night, we dined on baked spaghetti with tender noodles, just the right amount of sauce and wonderful Italian flavor, accompanied by the most delicious broccoli casserole I have ever had, hands down. Night two and we were off to Mexico with two versions of chicken taco casserole, regular and gluten free. Both were yummy in different ways. The regular casserole, made with flour tortillas, was moist with just the right amount of chicken, cheese and refried beans.

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casserole for dessert. How Simply Southern Cuisine is able to stuff that much beef into one pie boggles the mind, but there was tender, juicy shredded beef, peas, carrots and potatoes in a light, yet comforting, crust. I have heard that Simply Southern’s macaroni and cheese is to die for by someone who doesn’t even like cheese, so I was excited to try the gluten-free variety…it was creamy, cheesy and very, very good! Absolutely lived up to the hype. The sweet potato casserole was more of a dessert than a side dish, very sweet and smooth with just the right amount of potato to cinnamon-sugar ratio. Someone who will not be named gobbled it up before I knew what had happened. Then we had what we had planned on being the dessert – the pineapple casserole. My husband is a huge fan of pineapple casserole, having grown up with it as a staple around the holidays, so I knew he would be the perfect critic. His words? “Wow, this is really good!”

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Several are featured at the Sawtooth School for Visual Art opening event, including Sandra Miller Jones, founder of Segmented Marketing Services Inc. (SMSi) and three black women who are leaders in the upcoming National Black Theater Festival (NBTF), Sylvia Sprinkle Hamlin, Mabel Robinson and Gerry Patton, who was a former director at SMSi. The exhibit opened July 12 and will run through August 3. It will be in the Davis Gallery of the school which is located in the Milton Rhodes Center for the Arts complex at 251 N. Spruce Street in downtown Winston-Salem.

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“This event will be a great visual arts complement to our community’s most exciting theatre arts event,” said Lafayette Jones. “Leo Rucker’s portraits will have strong appeal to local audiences as well as out-oftown visitors before and during the theatre festival. We wanted to display these pieces in a location that would be convenient to the downtown performance venues and hotels, and we found perfect partners in the Sawtooth School and the Arts Council.”

The total collection, which has grown to 177 women of color, was developed over 20 plus years through Lafayette Jones’ column, “Role Model Beyond Beauty” in the

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Sophisticate’s Black Hair Styles and Care Guide, the best selling hair care magazine for women of color with an international readership of 1.6 million monthly. It is estimated that 200 million people world wide have seen the role models in the magazine which is popular at black beauty salons and can be purchased at major retailers like Wal-mart, Walgreens, K-Mart and CVS. The publication and column has a readership in the top 50 markets in the United States and global readership in West Africa (Ghana, Ivory Coast); South Africa (Capetown, Johannesburg), London, Paris, Milan and the Caribbean The estimated value of the portrait collection is around a half million dollars. "But to us it is even more valuable as the largest art collection of African-American women giving back in their communities," said Jones. He commissioned the portraits from Winston-Salem artist Leo Rucker for the Role Model Beyond Beauty magazine column and developed the magazine format with a short biography and question and answer approach. The works on display are part of Lafayette and Sandy Jones, executive partners of SMSiUrban Call Marketing.| “These women have made significant advancements in their careers and support myriad community service organizations and projects,” said Jones. The women include elected officials, celebrities, community and corporate leaders.

Sandra Miller Jones is president of the YWCA board of Winston-Salem. She is a graduate of Winston-Salem’s Paisley High School, Howard University in Washington, D.C., and was the first black woman to earn an MBA from the Kellogg School of Business at Chicago's Northwestern University. She was a group product manager for Quaker Oats and promoted the Cap'n Crunch cereal brand before founding SMSi. The works on display are part of the personal collection of Lafayette and Sandra Jones, executive partners of SMSi-Urban Call Marketing.

Sylvia Sprinkle Hamlin is the executive producer of the North Carolina Black Repertory Company (NCBRC) and is also the director of the Forsyth County Public Library.

Mabel Robinson is artistic director of the NCBRC and

ROLE MODEL BEYOND BEAUTY FORSYTH COUNTY WOMEN Portraits by Leo Rucker originally published in Sophisticate's Black Hair Styles and Care Guide *National Black Theater Festival (NBTF) **North Carolina Black Theater Festival Black Repetory Company (NCBRC)

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Gerry Patton its executive director. The company produces the National Black Theater Festival (NBTF.org), a biennial week long event that draws some 60,000 theater enthusiasts. The event will be held July 29 - August 3 in venues throughout Winston-Salem.

Eunice Dudley, co-founder and co-owner of Dudley Products Inc. in Kernersville, is also the executive director of the Dudley Beauty School System. Daughter Ursula Dudley Oglesby earned a Harvard Juris Doctorate and is president of Dudley Beauty Corp. Bridgette Miller Jones, an Eastern Carolina University (ECU) School of Dental Medicine student, class of 2015, Greenville, N.C., attended Winston-Salem's Summit School and Mt. Tabor High School, and graduated from Spelman College in Atlanta. She is the daughter of Sandra Miller Jones and Lafayette Jones. In 2010 she joined her father as a coauthor of the Sophisticate's column.

Jimmie Ruth Jones, 93, is mother of column author Lafayette Jones. She and her granddaughter Bridgette were featured in Michael Cunningham's book "Crowns: Black Women in Church Hats."

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Fantasia Barrino is the High Point native who came to national attention on American Idol competition and has evolved from singer-songwriter to actress and author. Tichina Vaughn, graduate of Winston-Salem’s North Carolina School of the Arts, is an internationally acclaimed mezzo-soprano. Trice Hickman is a graduate of Winston-Salem State University and a masters program at Wake Forest University. She has authored four books including "Unexpected Interruptions," "Keeping Secrets and Telling Lies," "Playing the Hand You're Dealt," and "Breaking all the Rules."

She formed a publishing company, Platinum Books. ToshaMakia Acevedo is a disc jockey at 102 Jamz radio, and an advocate for domestic abuse survivors.

Paige Woods attended Summit School and Parkland Magnet High School. She will graduate from Harvard in 2016.

These Role Models join a roster of well known black women including actress Sheryl Lee Ralph: singer Patti LaBelle; civil rights leader Rosa Parks; Susan L. Taylor, emeritus editor in chief, Essence Magazine; Dorothy Height, chair and president emeritus, National Council of Negro Women; and dance artistic director Judith Jamison of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater of Harlem.

IamFreeFrom.org is a contributing sponsor for the exhibition and Delta Fine Arts Center (deltaartscenter.org) is a program partner.

Following the debut at Sawtooth, the exhibit is scheduled in 20142015 to visit large scale special African-American events in major metropolitan areas including Atlanta, Chicago, Washington, D.C., New Orleans and Charlotte.

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By Meghan E.W. Corbett “Pre-planning is not something people wake up and think about,” said Wadkins, funeral director at Salem Funeral Home. “But doing it ahead of time is so much easier on yourself and on your family.”

Sometimes we plan for things that may never happen such as storm damage or a broken bone. As harsh as it may sound, a funeral is one thing we all know will happen one day, and planning now will make a big difference later. “There is a 100% chance that you will have to deal with this, so ignoring it is not something that is feasible,” said Wadkins.

When a death occurs, the family and friends in charge of the funeral are dealing with emotional struggles that can lead to rash decisions. “There are two mains reasons to pre-plan,” said Wadkins. “The first is financial. Preplanning allows you to pay off a funeral over time and also guarantees the price you were quoted originally, regardless of current prices at the time of death. The second is emotional. Planning your funeral reduces the stressful burden on your loved ones. After death, decisions are made with the heart, and often family members will overspend to make sure they are doing what they may have thought you would have wanted.”

With traditional funeral costs averaging near the $10,000 mark, preplanning, and more importantly, pre-paying, is very important in easing the burden on family members. “There is no cost to pre-planning, but prefunding is a wonderful idea,” said Wadkins. “You decide burial versus cremation, vault, casket, urn, service details, obituary, cemetery selection, cost and so on. Payment plans are available to allow for payment over one, three, five, seven or 10 years. The payments you make go to a third party financial institution until death occurs. All pre-planning done at Salem Funeral Home is transferable to anywhere in the country, so you do not have to worry about the possibility of moving down the road, and because the payments go to a third party, those are easily transferred as well.

Additionally, with some payment plans, should a death occur before the payments are completed, the funeral plan may still be paid in full.”

lanning is something we all do, whether we are aware of it or not. No matter how organized or disorganized our lives may be, planning is one thing that is done every day. We plan to go to work, we plan to go grocery shopping, we plan to pay the cable bill and on and on. Just because an errand takes five minutes, does not mean we didn’t plan how and when to do it. Some tasks require a bit more planning, and some revolve around topics that most of us do not like to think about, let alone take time to plan.

In most scenarios, there are people available to help us complete those seemingly difficult tasks. And, in most cases, these tasks are not nearly as challenging as we thought they would be. Such is the case with funeral planning, and Sandra Wadkins of Salem Funeral Home can make this unpleasant undertaking feel like lunch with a dear friend.

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Salem Funeral Home is the only funeral home owned and operated by the Vogler family, and Wadkins brings the comforting touch to the business of funeral directing that only a woman can. “I am a licensed funeral director, pre-need specialist, as well as a licensed insurance agent and have been with Salem for three years,” said Wadkins. “I also do pre-planning workshops at local churches and senior groups, as well as visit people in their homes to educate on the need to pre-plan and the advantages of pre-planning without the pressure to buy on the spot. I really just want to educate people on the options available and help them to follow through with their decision. I am also open to any small groups that would like for me to come and discuss pre-planning one afternoon.”

Rather than letting the inevitable become a burden to friends and family, let Sandra Wadkins of Salem Funeral home show you how easy and stress relieving pre-planning can be. When family members are confident that your wishes are being honored, it will make the grieving process that much easier.

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Neighbors Helping Neighbors: Forsyth County Woman Fundraises for the Stokes County Animal Shelter

By Kathryn Royal

Stokes County, these groups, businesses, and individuals responded to her request in droves.

If you braved the hot afternoon of June 1st and ventured near Washington Park off Broad Street in Winston-Salem, you saw the results of Kelly’s effort: Paws for Unity.

Kelly says she had “tons” of volunteers and donors. While the exact number of business and individual volunteers may be murky, she raffled off 31 gift baskets and other items from various local businesses, such as Green Gate Olive Oils on Stratford Road and wholePET on Country Club Road. Local group Stepping Stones Canine Rescue was so moved they donated $500!

Individuals donated as well, with several craftspeople and hobbyists making items to be sold, such as Sharon Hart from Tree of Life Crafts, who made dog-themed earrings. Individuals without the inclination or the time to get crafty still helped out.

Kelly says special mention should go to Dave Rowe for paying for all of the food and to Lisa Law for donating $100 for supplies.

For those with a sweet tooth, Kelly arranged a bake sale. Five volunteer bakers donated various goodies including mini apple pies, cookies, cinnamon crunch cake, and almond apricot squares.

Baker Vanessa Davis kept our doggie friends in mind and donated homemade dog treats.

hen news broke in late April that the Stokes County Animal Shelter (SCAS) had to euthanize most of the dogs in its care due to a canine parvo virus outbreak, many of us animal lovers here in Forsyth County were shocked and heartbroken.

But this news carried a silver lining – the SCAS is trying to raise money for a new building, one with multiple dog storage areas that will allow dogs to be moved and housed elsewhere for building decontamination in case of another parvo outbreak.

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Local musical group Three Women and a Dog kept the crowd lively as people enjoyed having their faces painted, playing corn hole, chowing down on dogs (hot dogs, that is) and watching some of Kelly’s canine students show off their Rally-O skills.

Potential dog adopters were able to meet some of the dogs in the care of two local rescue groups, the Merit Pit Bull Foundation of Greensboro and Surry Animal Rescue.

Kelly’s concern and generosity, shared by all who donated time, goods, or money, raised $1,400 for the SCAS. By doing so, she demonstrated the extent to which one woman can make a difference.

Geralyn Kelly, owner of Elite Canine Dog Training in Winston-Salem, decided to do something to help SCAS achieve its goal. “It always tugs at my heartstrings when I hear any shelter is having issues. This was such a dire emergency and a very sad tragedy that I felt I had to help any way I could.”

Kelly says, “It is always overwhelming when I see people in the community come together for animals in need. I take what I do very seriously, and I am always here to help any way I can for any of the groups that need me.

I enjoyed every moment of that day and would not hesitate to do it again for any rescue that needs me.”

Kelly contacted local rescue groups, businesses, craftspeople, her students – anyone she thought could help her cause.

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Three Years & Going Strong…

The Educator Warehouse Gears Up For Another Great School Year!

Story and pictures by Maria Glazener

The Winston-Salem Dash has once again teamed up to have boxes at their August 16th game, so why not come out and enjoy a game and help out the schools as well? Stuff the Bus will be out and about in August, and there will be live shots on August 13th from Shannon Smith from FOX 8 and Holly May from ABC 45, so there are many opportunities to drop off those school supplies!

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he dog days of summer are upon us and as we bake and swelter in the heat, it won’t be long before the sound of school bells beckon us to think of cooler days and the start of school. And as always, there will be a mad rush to get those school supplies while they are on sale and before they run out. The stores will be bustling, just like during the Christmas season, and anxious children will be running around trying to find the right 24-count pack of crayons.

While you might be a mom involved in all this hoopla, or you might have had your fill many years ago, there is still always a need for extra supplies to help out those who need it most, the teachers.

Going on its third year, The Educator Warehouse is gearing up for another successful school year. Fresh from a conference with the Kids in Need Foundation, Karel Chandler is ready to meet the new school year head on. “At the conference we realized all the things we were doing right with The Educator Warehouse and we also found ways to improve,” says Chandler.

This past year, The Educator Warehouse had 2,000 volunteer hours, 58 Crosby Scholars who logged in 250 hours, and over 1,000 teachers to sign up to shop! “Every year, we keep getting bigger and better,” says Karel Chandler.

“Getting the word out and making contacts is the key to growing relationships and stocking the warehouse.”

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The Educator Warehouse continues to receive donations from The Junior League, Shepherds Center, Targacept, IESS, Hanes Brands, the PTA and local public libraries and is always looking for more businesses to partner with.

Once again, Forsyth Woman and Forsyth Family are teaming up to help out The Educator Warehouse.

At this month’s Girls’ Night Out, empty boxes will be ready to be filled! We will be celebrating GNO at 2520 Tavern in Clemmons, on August 13th starting at 5pm. For every school item brought in, participants will receive an extra ticket for our gift board drawing!

Forsyth Family will be collecting supplies at Kids’ Morning Out which will be on the morning of Tuesday, August 13th from 10am to noon at BB&T Soccer Park @ 5765 US Hwy. 158, Advance 27006.

Even a small donation can make a big difference, and if you can’t make it out to Girls’ Night Out, then look for drop-off boxes at Truliant locations, Walgreens and other local businesses. All of these supplies will go directly to The Educator Warehouse and benefit the WSFC Schools.

So when shopping for school supplies, why not drop a few extras in your cart and help out the teachers and the students who really need it? The most sought after items are Sharpies, Kleenex and hand sanitizer. These supplies are always in demand and usually run out long before the school year has ended. Of course, the staples are always needed, too: pens, pencils, notebook paper, crayons and glue sticks.

Look for drop-off sites at local businesses or come and enjoy a nice night with your girlfriends at our August Girls’ Night Out and also our Kids’ Morning Out! You will be glad you did and so will our teachers!

For more information you can check out the Kids in Need Foundation at: http://www.kinf.org/ and The Educator Warehouse at: http://wsfcs.k12.nc.us/domain/6689 or contact Karel Chandler at: kchandler3@msn.com or 336-817-1673.

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By Justin Cord Hayes

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our kitchen is a hub of activity.

Its countertops are the landing strips for hot pots and pans, the launch pads for sneaky toddler feet attached to kids sneaking cookies, and the test sites for highspeed chopping, grating, mincing and dicing. If your countertops take such a constant beating, and they are a focal point for the heart of your home, you should ensure they are both top quality and beautiful.

Bloomday Granite & Marble has been providing the best in kitchen countertops since 1945.

“You can get countertops from several different fabricators in the area, but we honestly believe we are the best in the industry,” said Gary Hennessey, Bloomday’s Director of Sales. “Our craftsmanship and customer service sets us apart from our competition.”

In order to visualize the variety of products Bloomday offers, the company’s website, www.bloomdaygranite.com, offers a virtual kitchen tool. You can put together various combinations of marble and granite countertops, cabinet finishes, flooring and walls. Once you choose Bloomday, a representative like Tonya Hunsinger, Bloomday’s Style and Project Manager, will meet with you to discuss your design layout, color choices and edge treatment preferences.

And the work does not have to be limited to your kitchen.

Tables, dressers, man-cave bars, and even furniture tops are just itching for granite and marble additions. Once you have made your decisions, the company will cut everything to fit using skilled craftsmen. A lot of preparation is necessary to ensure you are happy with the finished product. “There are many details that need to take place before we can even start to fabricate a new countertop,” said Hunsinger. “Making sure we have all the necessary details and that everything runs smoothly keeps us busy.”

Bloomday has indeed kept busy, increasing its sales each of the last three years. “Commercial business has picked up recently,” said Hunsinger. “Perhaps, maybe our country is heading in the right direction, economically speaking.” Bloomday’s employees are proud of the reputation the company has achieved over the decades, and they love customers’ responses to their handiwork. “We really appreciate customers writing us thank-you notes and sending in great reviews to consumer websites,” said Hunsinger. “But making people so happy that they tell their friends, family members and neighbors that they have to use Bloomday Granite & Marble to do their work is very rewarding to everybody here.”

Bloomday Granite & Marble is located at 3810 Indiana Avenue in Winston-Salem.

Contact them at 336.724.0300 or www.bloomdaygranite.com for more information.

Decades in business have earned Bloomday Granite & Marble a reputation as one of the Triad’s finest crafters of quality countertops.

While Hennessey is pleased his company is well thought of, he has one concern. “I think our reputation of being the best has translated to us being the most expensive, and that is not the case,” said Hennessey. “We are very competitive because we price each job on its own, so we can be less expensive than our competitors in many cases.”

As a result, Bloomday has kitchen-enhancing countertops to fit most any budget. “We do a lot of higher-end remodels and newer homes,” said Hennessey. “However, we offer a broad variety of materials, colors and pricing to meet everyone’s needs and budgets.”

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The company’s name comes from its founders, Fred Day and Nonnie Bloom Cooke. The couple’s grandson, Frederick Cooke, Jr., is still one of Bloomday’s principal owners. “We still maintain the local, familyowned business qualities that customers appreciate: excellent customer service, a quality product and reasonable prices,” said Hennessey.

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of the Breakout Cycle

By Leigh Summer, MD he drug stores and supermarket shelves are filled with products that promise to give your teen the beautiful, clear complexion of their dreams. The myriad of lotions and potions with various active ingredients can easily be overwhelming and confusing. On top of the overload of choices, teens and their parents are often choosing products at times of stress or near desperation due to a recent outbreak.

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There are many pitfalls to avoid when shopping for acne control products in the superstore aisles. First, products that are labeled very differently may really be essentially the same. You may choose a “different” treatment option and actually be repeating the same treatment that failed you last time. Secondly, being overly aggressive and using some combinations of active ingredients can lead to drying of the skin, which can cause increased oil production and complicate the acne situation. The result of all of this is often that families will feel as though they have spent a wheelbarrow of money and seen little to no improvement in the breakouts.

So how does one break out of the breakout cycle? There are many options to optimize acne management. Recommendations for ideal treatment will be influenced by the severity and type of acne that you have. Not all acne is the same, and some types are more likely to respond to a certain treatment than others. Many people are very concerned about avoiding the use of oral medications for a condition such as this, and that is when the involvement of an aesthetician and physician together can really help.

When our team first assesses an acne patient, we begin by reviewing the home care already in place and any other topical or oral treatments that have already been tried. The home skin care program is the foundation that will support the results of any other treatments that we do and is critical to maintaining results. Typical home care programs will include a customized program of a cleanser, a therapeutic serum or lotion, and a spot treatment option. Specialized exfoliating scrubs or brushes are sometimes recommended as well. Steps are always minimized where possible to keep the routine simple.

With the foundation in place, we then look at treatment options to shut down the active acne. These treatments are often done in the office and will include options of microdermabrasion, noninvasive peels, and other pore purging therapies. In the beginning of treatment, most individuals will require a series of these sessions to get the acne under control, and then later will only use these therapies as needed. Don’t let the sound of these treatments scare you! There is only minimal if any discomfort with lots of yield.

The treatments mentioned above are typically provided by our aesthetician under the direction of the physician. Having a physician on board during this process helps to streamline the advancement of treatment to include prescription medications when needed. We are able to include antibiotic treatment, topically or orally, as needed. We also can employ more aggressive dekeratinizing medications to help open pores and keep them clear.

As a rule, we try to optimize the use of topical treatments before using oral medications in order to minimize exposure for the growing teen.

Many people are afraid of the expense that may be associated with this level of treatment, but most will end up spending similar amounts to what they are spending in their product hopping

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searches at the drugstores. When you look at that tradeoff, as well as the huge benefits of good results, well managed treatment is well worth pursuing.

We really enjoy helping young people feel their best. We can help at any stage of acne, but we really encourage parents to get teens involved in good skin care as soon as any breakouts begin. This helps minimize both physical and emotional scarring from breakouts. To encourage early intervention, we offer a free consultation at which we can review treatment options and concerns. Even though we are talking about teens today, adults who struggle with acne should consider this as well.

To schedule a consultation or receive additional information call Lewisville Laser & Aesthetics at 336.945.2076 or visit www.LewisvilleLaser.com

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Your initial consultation is free and Salem Smiles will be happy to develop convenient payment plans alone or along with any insurance.

• Treatment for prevention of orthodontic problems • Sleep appliances for mild sleep apnea or snoring with a doctor’s referral • Treatment of patients with craniofacial anomalies, such as cleft palate, craniosynostosis, and other congenital problems, particularly in relation to surgeries and speech therapy

ave your children finished their braces and now you feel your own smile doesn’t measure up?

Need to look great for that coveted job interview? Consider doing something for yourself, for a change -- something that will make you smile even more. Salem Smiles orthodontics is not just for kids, but also for adults.

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You might have seen their vibrant signature tie-dye tees around town -- Salem Smiles is a Winston-Salem favorite for orthodontics and more. Sarah C. Shoaf, DDS, MEd, MS, has been a practicing orthodontist in Winston-Salem since 1992.

Esthetic Orthodontics Not keen on conventional upper and lower metal braces? Salem Smiles’ adult patients often prefer the more esthetic orthodontics option of clear upper braces and metal lower braces with wires. This option decreases the impact of braces on their appearance during treatment.

Invisalign® Another esthetic treatment option that Salem Smiles has had great success in for their adult patients is the Invisalign® treatment. This treatment consists of a series of clear removable appliances to align the teeth. Many adults find this the “hassle free” way to increase their smile value. “We love the Invisalign because it allows you to eat, brush and floss normally during treatment.

There are no ‘forbidden foods,’ and flossing around regular braces can be challenging.” Even if other orthodontists have told you that you are not a good candidate for Invisalign®, schedule a consultation with Dr. Shoaf and let her reassess.

“I have found that with my experience, almost everyone can be helped by the Invisalign® technology,” said Dr. Shoaf. She was trained in the first East Coast training class for Invisalign® treatment in 1999, and has extensive experience and success with the treatment.

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• Orthodontic treatment in conjunction with surgical treatment

Find the Salem Smiles office at 1063 Northwest Boulevard in the white building with Bob’s Big Gas & Subs and WinstonSalem Theatre Alliance. For more information and to download medical forms to expedite your initial visit with them, visit their website at www.salemsmilesortho.com or call 336-725-5757.

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KINGERY & KINGERY “Smiles Are Our Specialty” DDS, PLLC

By Carolyn S. Peterson

In 1974,

Dr. William H. Kingery opened his family and general dentistry practice with a philosophy to serve his patients with knowledgeable and expert care.

When Dr. Kingery’s sister, Dr. Mary E. Kingery, joined the practice in 1983, the ‘family’ practice took on another meaning with siblings becoming partners and joining to care for patients. But there is much more that sets this dental practice apart than its partners being siblings.

“We make a commitment to our valued patients in delivering the kind of outstanding experience that will exceed their expectation every time.

To us and our team, it’s important that from the moment you come

through our door, to the moment you leave, you are warmly greeted with a friendly smile doing our best to make sure we are on schedule to minimize or eliminate your wait time. It is also a priority for our patients to be comfortable with their treatment, and understand their insurance benefits and any aftercare instructions. Our promise is that you will be treated in a manner that we would like to be treated if we were the patients,” said Dr. William H. Kingery. Although their philosophy may sound simple and to the point, Dr. Bill and Dr. Mary, as they are known by their team and patients, have held these beliefs close in their 40 year practice, which didn’t start out as a ‘brother-sister’ team.

A Good Foundation to Build On Although Dr. Bill and Dr. Mary came to their chosen professions from different directions, each of them built on a strong foundation established by their parents. “We have great parents who instilled in us a belief in hard work, a strong work ethic and a passion for helping others. Although I did not grow up with the dream of being a dentist, I had always been good doing detailed work with my hands and dentistry was a field where I believed I could excel. As my education progressed, I was interested in the medical field and the fact that dentists have regular hours, focus on keeping patients healthy, while using a lot of engineering and artistry, really made dentistry the right choice for me,” Dr. Bill recalled. After earning his dental degree from the University Of Tennessee Center Of Health Sciences, Dr. Bill Kingery served as a dentist in the August 2013 / 45

Dentistry: An Ever Changing Field

US Air Force. It was watching her older brother go through dental school that piqued Dr. Mary E. Kingery’s interest in the field.

“When Bill was going through dental school and graduating, I noticed that there were no women dentists. I was told that only men were dentists and so, as a 15 year old, I decided to pursue dentistry, too. I had to push through a lot of barriers to get into dental school; I was one of six women out of 80 students total in dental school. Prior to entering private practice, I followed along my big brother’s path and served as a dentist in the US Air Force, with the rank of Captain,” commented Dr. Mary. Now with a practice that has a 40 year history, Drs. Kingery & Kingery continue to focus on their patients’ needs, which includes establishing relationships built on trust.

Warm Hearts, Beautiful Smiles From the moment you walk into Kingery & Kingery, you get the feeling that you matter and the staff cares about your needs and concerns. “When a patient visits, our goal from the greeting to their care and treatment is to establish a feeling of trust. For the most part, people don’t generally look forward to going to the dentist and we realize this and understand the anxiety that comes with receiving dental care; therefore, we carefully explain your proposed care treatment plan and we take time to address any questions. Recent advancements in dentistry include many techniques, local anesthetics and relaxation methods to increase the patient’s comfort. As a team, we believe that the more a patient is involved in their own dental health decisions, the less fear and anxiety there will be,” Dr. Bill said.

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Recent studies suggest a link between oral health and the overall health of one’s body. It’s not just about having a pretty smile – your teeth and gums have a lot to say about you. “Gum disease has been shown to have a connection to your overall health.

Because of this, the more proactive we are as dentists in working with our patients to keep their teeth and gums as healthy as possible, the less chance there is of any issue developing. The good news in the area of gum disease is that it can be treated successfully, often without surgery. Regular visits to the dentist and care at home with brushing and flossing are also very important in keeping your smile healthy,” Dr. Mary said. Along with general dentistry care, Drs. Kingery & Kingery also offer other services including implants, whitening, cosmetic and laser dentistry, as well as Six Months Smiles ® and SomnoDent®, addressing the cosmetic aspect of one’s smile, straightening teeth in as little as six months, and the issue of sleep apnea, respectively.

“Six Month Smiles ® is a modified orthodontic treatment that uses invisible clear braces to gently straighten teeth in an average time of six months, focusing on the cosmetic appearance of the front teeth, but there can also be some bite issues that are resolved, too,” commented Dr. Mary. If your issues don’t stem from a slightly imperfect smile but

from problems snoring, Dr. Mary can help you or your significant other, as well!

Statistics state that sleep apnea, a diagnosed medical condition, affects over 30% of Americans, although only 10% are ever told they have the issue. “Sleep apnea is a dangerous problem causing or contributing to weight gain and mental fatigue with sufferers being four times more likely to have a heart attack. It has also been found that 40-80% of stroke victims suffer from sleep apnea.

After taking measurements and making impressions of the patient’s mouth, an appliance is fashioned in the SomnoDent® laboratory, which when used by the patient, will hold the jaw in the proper position during sleep. SomnoDent® has been credited with eliminating both snoring and obstructive sleep apnea in many patient cases. It is a great alternative to patients who are intolerant to the traditional CPAP machine,” Dr. Mary stated.

For Drs. Kingery & Kingery the key to the 40 year success of their dental practice is the dedication to meeting their patients’ needs, which is accomplished in a warm, friendly, family-feeling setting with a team that is committed to keeping patients as the priority from the first ‘hello’ to ‘come back and see us.’

Kingery & Kingery DDS is located at 2554 LewisvilleClemmons Rd., Clemmons, NC. For more information call 336-766-0511 or visit www.kingerysmiles.com.

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ainstream Boutique is becoming known as the place to go to cultivate an affordable style that’s your own. “We strive to give everyone who enters our boutique a personal shopping experience.

We also schedule appointments to provide dedicated one-on-one time to customers who would like to grow their personal style” says owner Anitra Mitchell. When asked to use their expertise to sponsor Christina Foster, the reigning Mrs. North Carolina United States, Mainstream Boutique jumped at the opportunity. As a result, she showcased several of Mainstream’s styles at the Mrs. United States pageant on July 31st in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Christina competed in the Miss America program when she was younger and decided to reenter the pageant world as an incentive to lose baby weight after starting her family, which includes two boys (ages 5 and 2). Through prayer, she found that competing was also a way to communicate her lifelong mission of educating others about the importance of organ donation. “When I was 11 years old, my identical twin sister passed away from a genetic heart disease and, even though she was at the top of the UNOS (United Network for Organ Sharing) list, did not receive her heart in time.”

Christina joined one of Mainstream’s personal stylists, Joanna Hansen, for a scheduled styling appointment one Friday morning. Joanna listened to Cristina’s wardrobe needs for her upcoming trip to Las Vegas and was able to define the style she was going for, which included comfort as much as fashion.

“Comfort is as important as style because you need to feel good to look good” says Joanna. They worked together to get the perfect look for the different events taking place during the national pageant trip.

“Even though I am a beauty queen, I will confess that I am not the best at fashion and putting outfits together. Joanna and Anitra were so nice to help sponsor my pageant wardrobe and made me feel so special inside their shop. I didn't have to put anything together, they did it all and it was such a hard choice narrowing my outfits down to just two. The clothes look great on anyone and are very affordable. You can wear their clothes for a night out, a business meeting or even a national stage in Vegas!”

Mainstream Boutique offers clothing and accessories for mom, daughter and grandmother and has a selection of clothing from size 0-16. There truly is something for everyone.

Christina has even sent her mother to the boutique for her own personal styling experience.

You can follow Christina’s journey on her blog at www.mrsncunitedstates13.wordp ress.com. To schedule your own personal shopping experience, contact Anitra Mitchell at 336448-1485 or stop by the boutique at 110 Oakwood Drive (beside Starbucks and across from the Thruway Shopping Center).

Hours of operation are Monday through Saturday from 10am6pm and Sunday from 1pm-5pm.

Follow them on Facebook @Mainstream Boutique Winston Salem, NC. With fresh inventory arriving daily, they stay on top of the trends.

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Six Simple (and Smart) Steps to Car Buying There’s something about buying a car that makes even the savviest shoppers feel just downright unprepared. Whether you’re in the market for a new or used vehicle for yourself, your spouse or [gasp!] your teenage driver, it never hurts to give yourself a refresher course in Car Buying 101. Here’s what we suggest: 1. Start by visiting a local credit union or bank to be preapproved for an auto loan.

Many times you can do this entirely online in just a few minutes. Pre-approval lets you know how much car you can afford and what you can expect in monthly payments.

2. Once you’re pre-approved, you can begin shopping for vehicles that meet your needs and your budget. Start your search with four or five models at most, making sure to research price, reliability and options for each.

You can do much of this research online.

3. When you’re ready to hit the dealerships, plan your moves wisely. Consider browsing the inventory when dealerships are closed so there are no salespeople hovering around to pressure you. Return during business hours when you’re ready to do a test drive.

4. After you’ve narrowed your search to just one or two specific vehicles, it’s time to determine the total cost of owning each one, which can help you make your final decision. Besides the number on the sticker, you’ll want to research fees for tax, tags, and other state mandated costs as well as any fees or costs the dealership may add on.

5. Before you sign anything, call your auto insurance agent to inquire about the cost of insurance, including collision and liability, to make sure you can afford to drive this car.

If your final decision comes down to two different sizes of vehicles, such as an SUV or truck versus a coupe, insurance will almost certainly play a factor in affordability.

6. Last but not least, you’ll want to complete the smart shopping process with a loan to match.

Never finance through the dealership without comparing their contract to that of a local credit union or bank. Dealerships will do anything to get you to buy right away, but as with any major purchase, you should take the time to shop around and find the financial institution that offers the lowest interest rates and best terms. It will be worth it.

Applying for a new or used auto loan at a credit union can be done quickly, often online, even if you aren’t already a member. It’s easy to join, and you’ll feel a lot happier driving your new or used vehicle knowing you got the best interest rate on your loan.

If you or a family member is in the market for a car, check out Allegacy Federal Credit Union. They offer interest rates as low as 1.99% APR on new and used auto loans.

And best of all, anyone can join. To learn more about the auto financing options at Allegacy, visit AllegacyFCU.org or call 336.774.3400.

Finally, if the car buying process is just too daunting or time-consuming to handle on your own, there is one other option. Have someone else do it for you! Many credit unions, including Allegacy, provide an auto buying service that will locate the exact vehicle you want, negotiate the deal on your behalf, and even facilitate the trade-in of your existing vehicle.

So whether you’re a DIY car buyer or someone who’d rather let the experts handle it, be sure you make a smart financial choice with a low interest auto loan that makes driving a pleasure for years to come.

Sander Smith and Cornerstone Concepts, LLC congratulate associate

Carol Gray, MHA Winner of the 2013 Jim Ollis Governmental Relations Award award is presented by North Carolina Association of Carol The Gray, MHA Insurance & Financial Advisors (NAIFA-NC) in recognition of outstanding involvement in political activities by an individual member of NAIFA that reflects positively on the financial services profession.

Alexander S. (Sander) Smith is a Registered Representative and Investment Adviser Representative of Equity Services, Inc. He offers securities in North Carolina and is insurance licensed in North Carolina.

Securities and investment advisory services are offered solely by Equity Services, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC. 380 Knollwood Street, Suite 300, Winston-Salem, NC 27103, (336) 722-6304. Cornerstone Concepts, LLC and all other entities referenced are independent of Equity Services, Inc. TC74995(0713)1

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Express Yourself…

Stretch Your Decorating Budget

ReDESIGNS by Ava “Decorating on a budget isn’t about being cheap, it’s about being smart---making informed decisions and getting the best value for your money.” ~Kristan Cunningham

ccasionally I receive a phone call asking me where my place of business is. ReDESIGNS by Ava does not have a store front and my answer is, “In my car…..have tools; will travel.”

ReDESIGNS by Ava provides a service. Whether it is Interior Redesign, Interior Decorating, Redesign for Resale, Relocation Redesign, Color Consultations, or Shopping, the goal is to help you make wise decisions when it comes to decorating your home.

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Decorating my own home is a process and I try to make informed decisions that will be the best value for my money. After I have made a decorating plan, I shop stores, the internet, and catalogs to get an idea of how much items cost. This helps me to not only plan my budget, but also to know where the best prices are.

Stretch Your Decorating Budget • Make a plan. Your budget may be just a few $100 or $1,000s. Either way, you need a plan. Stay within your means and by all means, don’t max out your credit card.

• Prioritize your purchases. Spend your ‘big’ money on things you first notice in a space: flooring, paint, built-ins, wellmade furniture, etc.

• Look for accessories that mimic a more expensive style you like.

• Sew your own pillows, bedding and window treatments. Home décor sewing is basically measuring correctly and sewing straight seams.

• Shop for bargains at estate and yard sales or the many thrift and consignment stores in the area.

• Update that ‘tired’ piece of furniture by repairing broken hinges, refreshing the stain or paint and adding new hardware.

• “Know when to hold ‘em and know when to fold ‘em.” (Kenny Rogers). This works in decorating also. When shopping you my find an item you really, really love and think you can’t live without it….buy it and make up for it on another piece.

• Add extra space to your room. To make a low ceiling appear higher, place a tall piece of furniture in the room and ‘the eye’ will follow the line up. Windows can be made to look taller by mounting draperies higher than the window and closer to the ceiling. By using drapes the same color as the wall, the room will look larger.

• Update an old lamp with a new lamp shade and some spray paint.

• Be a smart shopper and spend your money wisely.

• Find pieces that multi-task, such as an ottoman with built-in storage.

Need help in making wise decorating decisions for your home? Sometimes it just takes another set of eyes to see your home in a new light. Whether you are working with what you have or starting from scratch ReDESIGNS by Ava can help.

August has rolled around fast and I feel June and July are just a blur.

My grandsons were here for 2 weeks the end of June and first of July.

I enjoyed every minute of their visit. Hope you are having a wonderful summer!

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10 Reasons People Choose Interior Redesign 1. They've seen the results on TV Home makeover shows or in a friend's home.

2. They want a fresh, designer look but haven't been able to create it.

3. They want great results without great expense.

4. They don't know where to place the "old" furniture in a new house.

5. They don't want to make an expensive purchase they'll regret.

6. They are blending 2 households of furnishings and want professional help with what to keep and how to make it work.

7. They desire a home that feels good and looks good yet reflects who they are.

8. They want rooms to function better.

ReDESIGNS by Ava

9. They want to prepare their home to maximize market appeal for a quick, top dollar sale.

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10. They believe that when you want professional results you hire a professional.

Serving the Triad with their real estate needs since 1990.

My Priorities Are Simple…

They Are Yours "Pam was a pleasure to work with. She helped us through every step of the process which can be very stressful. We knew she would be there for us and she made closing day run very smoothly. She went above and beyond. My previous neighborhood wasn't selling very quickly (some houses on the market for 6-12+ months). Pam had our house sold in 11 weeks. It was amazing! Now we are in a home that is perfect for our family. Thank you Pam for knowing your job so well and which would be the perfect neighborhood for our family! We love it!"

– Dr. Sam and Kristen Turner

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Choose Natural Face

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veryone hears the word ‘organic’ and the immediate response is, “Isn’t that more-expensive?” The answer is no. While generic brands offer the same product at a lesser price, the value truly lies in the name of the ingredients. Customers pay more for a brand name, which may include harmful toxins. As an alternative to mineral oil-based products, derived from petroleum, consider using simple plant-based oil products, which have higher levels of natural vitamins and essential fatty acids. Allowing the skin to absorb what it needs, natural organic oils provide nourishment and protection. The next time a moisturizer, shampoo, or body wash is on the shopping list, take a close look at the ingredients. An educated shopper has the advantage of knowing the best buys and the worst investments.

Opening the lid of a container of unrefined pure virgin coconut oil transports the user to swaying palms, beautiful sands, and the sound of waves. Scientific research has revealed that the use of coconut oil has positive health benefits for the outside and inside of the body, including aiding in weight loss, limiting the risk of diabetes, and healing wounds. For the skin, it has an anti-microbial effect that offers a deep moisturizer while controlling skin conditions like eczema and acne. Additionally, coconut oil has two anti-oxidants, which assists in making the skin appear younger. The same is true of apricot kernel oil, hemp seed oil, wheat germ oil, and olive oil. Applying a small amount to damp hands or after bathing will keep skin soft and well protected. While the cost of your Estee Lauder or Elizabeth Arden may seem justifiable, one large jar of coconut oil certainly replaces four expensive small jars and will last a year.

From the kitchen into your bathroom, the natural oils found in olive oil are an ancient remedy for skin care. Stretch mark, acne, and antiaging therapy, extra-virgin or cold-pressed olive oil has nutritional compounds for skin health. Like so many natural oils, olive oil is also rich in antioxidants, improving the texture, brightness, and appearance of the skin; for this reason, it works well as a moisturizer.

To apply, wash your face and apply a layer of olive oil moisturizer.

While you may think olive oil is greasy, the moisturizer leaves the skin feeling soft.

Similar to fish oil, another oil rich in essential fatty acids, especially omega-3, is flaxseed oil. It has a long history of being associated with healing and revitalization.

Lowering cholesterol, protecting against heart disease, and

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controlling high blood pressure are just a few beneficial qualities.

Due to its skin-healing powers, flaxseed oil also responds to inflamed areas on the skin such as acne, eczema, sunburn, and rosacea. Women who take flaxseed oil as a supplement claim an improvement in skin tone; hair shine and growth; and harder, healthier nails.

The best way to understand how to avoid unhealthy chemicals is to read what is on the label. Harmful ingredients, such as preservatives, only allow the product to last longer. It does not provide any benefit to the skin. Mineral oils, named Parafinnum liquidum and Petrolatum, tend to be an ingredient in face and body lotions, baby oils and lipsticks. A few worrying effects are skin irritations, allergens, and potential carcinogens. Deodorant may not seem like a harmful product; however, the ingredient aluminum has links to Alzheimer’s, heart, and lung disease; and fertility problems.

Additional ingredients to avoid are fragrances, colors and detergents, which can be found in bubble baths, liquid hand soaps, shampoos and body washes. While there are many wonderful products on the shelves, it pays to use safer, organic products.

The skin of children differs from adults and can absorb up to 60percent of topical products; as a result, infants to young children are the most vulnerable. Choose fragrance-free or organic bath products in soaps, shampoos, and body washes. The same can be found in chemical-free baby wipes, diaper creams, and washable diapers.

While it is important to consider ingredients in products, the same is true of the natural fibers that surround our bodies. Pajamas and bed sheets are two materials in constant contact with the skin. In lieu of synthetic materials, choose to wear natural organic, breathable fabrics such as cotton, wool, linen, and hemp. These grown fibers, which cause the water to press away from the skin, also add to our bodies’ overall health.

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When you schedule your appointment, be sure to mention that you want to take advantage of this discount.

Certain exclusions apply.

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Where does YOUR Inner Strength come from? Philippians 4:13

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By Sara Stanley

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hen Marti Dizon’s parents relocated to North Carolina to be closer to her, she had no idea the impact this would have on her life, as well as the lives of others.

A busy career woman herself, Marti had many responsibilities to juggle as she began a new role as caregiver for her aging parents. Responsibilities of administering medicine, driving to appointments, cooking, cleaning and providing emotional support can become overwhelming for even the most devoted daughter. As Marti began to research their options, she was having trouble finding quality care in the area to assist with the caregiving responsibilities.

During this time, Marti also longed for a career where she could devote her time helping others and giving back to the community in a manner which was meaningful for her. It was this desire, along with the need for caregiving support for her own family, which lead Marti to open HomeWatch Caregivers over four years ago. Marti’s company is based in Kernersville and serves the Triad region, however, Homewatch Caregivers is a national company with over 30 years of proven success.

HomeWatch Caregivers provides exceptional comprehensive personalized care, rehabilitation care, companion care, and transportation services to a wide range of individuals. The staff at HomeWatch Caregivers is comprised of Certified Nursing Assistants who are responsible for the day to day interactions with clients who are in need

of their services. For potential clients, registered nurses are on standby to provide an initial assessment and custom home plan to meet each family’s individual needs and concerns.

Marti is truly dedicated to matching each client with the right caregiver, and has formed relationships with area educational institutions to ensure they recruit talented nurses and potential caregivers from all areas. The company offers educational opportunities and advanced training to their staff, along with competitive wages and bonus structure.

The clients these caregivers support have many different reasons for coming to HomeWatch. Some have chronic conditions such as ALS, Parkinson’s or stroke complications, while others suffer from memory problems including dementia and Alzheimer’s. Caregivers not only provide support in medical services such as administering medicine, but also provide emotional support and companionship to their clients.

Marti was able to remember countless client stories which touched her heart and illustrated the exceptional care and compassion her company provides. One of those stories involved a woman who came to HomeWatch Caregivers for assistance with her 90 year old mother who was suffering from advanced Alzheimer’s. Due to her own physical limitations of having a prosthetic and being wheelchair bound, she needed help with her mother’s day to day care.

HomeWatch Caregivers stepped in and

provided a much needed helping hand. After her mother’s passing, HomeWatch remained a part of her life as they cared for her sister who was diagnosed with Lou Gehrig’s Disease (ALS).

HomeWatch Caregivers also provides surgery services for post-surgical care as well as transportation services for hospital discharge. Their transportation services extend far beyond that of medical procedures and doctors appointments. One client who receives this service is a young adult who was wheelchair bound after a motorcycle accident. Unable to work due to his injuries, he now receives disability benefits and the caregivers at HomeWatch provide transportation each month for him to go to the bank to cash his benefits check. Thanks to the handicapped accessible van Marti decided to invest in, he is able to get out of the house and have a break from the confines of his everyday scenery. It has also become a tradition for him to go out to lunch as his ‘splurge’ for the month when he takes his trip to the bank. His caregiver at HomeWatch is not only his transportation, but also his lunch companion for an afternoon of camaraderie and conversation.

HomeWatch Caregivers truly strive to provide a level of service that surpasses that of other companies in their industry. Marti and her team provide a personal touch to professional care and treat their clients like they would members of their own family.

HomeWatch Caregivers are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week should you, a friend, or family member find yourselves in need of their services. For more information you can call (336) 455-9967 or visit their website at www.homewatchcaregivers.com.

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Fellowship Food

By Vonda Henderson

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e could call this article church food, get together food, even a potluck…it all fits. What better way to get together than over a table laden with favorite Southern dishes, visit with friends and neighbors and eat…and eat…and eat.

In this smorgasbord of delightful choices, some dishes just need special attention.

Chicken:

Potato Salad:

Cole Slaw:

In the world of potluck, there is probably no more versatile dish; as a minister I know once named it – the sacred bird of the Baptist (or Methodist, etc.). Let’s review a few options: Fried Chicken, Baked Chicken, Chicken Pot Pie, Barbequed Chicken, Chicken Fingers, Chicken Livers, Moravian Chicken Pie, Chicken Soup, Chicken Casserole, Chicken Stew, Chicken ‘n Dumplings, Grilled Chicken, Chicken Salad, and for those “which came first the chicken or the egg folks”…Deviled Eggs.

This, too, has as many varieties as there are church and club cookbooks. Do you prefer your potato salad ice cold, room temperature, cubed or mashed, heavy on the mayo or lighter, with mustard and some dill, with lots of relish and onion or a little sweet? Or, do you go completely rebellious and gravitate toward German potato salad?

In my opinion, you either really like cole slaw or you don’t. Is it a topping for a hotdog or a side dish at the table? Finely chopped, course chopped, spicy, or so covered in mayo it is equivalent to paste. I guess I fall more into the topping for hotdog category.

Green Bean Casserole:

Casseroles:

Bread:

Tea:

Whoever looked at a can of green beans and wondered what that would taste like with mushroom soup and onion rings on top should be a millionaire and then some. I admit I make a version every holiday meal. It’s a staple around my house.

Insert whatever vegetable you like in front of the word and you have a dish worth sharing: Squash, Broccoli, Green Bean (other than the aforementioned mushroom type), Pea, etc.

Basically any vegetable with a cream sauce or cheese sauce works. Obviously, calories are ramped up in what could be an otherwise fairly healthy dish!

No potluck is complete without rolls, biscuits, yeast rolls (they go really fast).

Or as many have named it – the house wine of the South.

Of course, it must be sweet for 95% of the population.

With a big slice of fresh lemon hooked to the side.

Now, I don’t know about you, but I’m ready for dessert…We’ve already blown our diet just talking about the meal, so enjoy dessert! For variety, these need their very own table and place of honor in the room. Here goes:

Cakes:

Pies:

Banana Pudding:

Pound cake, Chocolate layer cake, Coconut cake, Jam cake layered with homemade blackberry jam with butter cream icing (a favorite from my grandmother – never tasted one equal to hers), Lemon cake, White cake, Chocolate with seven-minute icing (my daughter’s favorite birthday cake that only my mom can make). We like cake, yes, we do.

Berry pies (endless options – blueberry, blackberry, cherry) and Cream pies (Boston, Chocolate, Coconut, Custard, Lemon Meringue).

Oh, my.

This one deserves a category by itself (it’s my mom’s specialty).

There’s the traditional cooked banana pudding with homemade meringue. But, if you’re in a rush the pudding variety with whipped topping is just as good.

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I hope you’ve enjoyed sharing a meal! I’m hungry…going to see what’s cookin’…

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By Denise Heidel

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or several years, Forsyth Magazines has partnered with 201 Media Productions. Matt Hall and his team have consistently delivered great video footage of our special events, including our annual Showcase and Bridal Show, our Pinterest party in 2012, and more!

A few months ago, we asked 201 Media to help us build up our own YouTube channel.

YouTube.com/ForsythMags will be the hub of our video library, but we’ve started working on some other special additions that we are all very excited about!

Each month, 201 Media meets with two of our advertising partners to film an interview. This is a great way to promote our advertising partners and extend their visibility to our readers. These videos give you the opportunity to “meet” the owners and learn more about the products and services they offer. They also share about their experience with Forsyth Magazines.

While the video library is a long-term, ongoing project, so far, we’ve met with Anitra Mitchell of Mainstream Boutique, Kim Vaughn of Ruff Housing Doggie Daycare, Jessica Barney of Jessica Marie Photography,

and Shelley Hundley of SASS Consignment Boutique.

These ladies were all eloquent and enthusiastic about being the first among so many wonderful advertisers to participate in this project!

We invite you to check out our video library each month. We will be posting links on our Facebook and Twitter pages as well our monthly newsletter!

Forsyth Magazines is all about building up and promoting local businesses!

This is just another step in the process of spreading the word about the great resources based in our community!

Get to know Matt and his team!

201 Media Productions can be found online at www.201MediaPro.com.

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Pam Cook & Jim Longworth

By Meghan E.W. Corbett

is one of those concepts that everyone seems to strive to achieve but very few actually do. Many people believe it is an impossible goal, as something always has to suffer when taking on more than one role. These are the people who believe “having it all” means effectively balancing being a parent, as well as a successful businessperson. But having it all can be as simple as accomplishing every goal you have for yourself and being genuinely happy with your life.

Pam Cook and Jim Longworth truly have it all!

Pam, a native of Surry County and 1990 graduate of Appalachian State University began her career while still in college as an editorial assistant and weekend assignment editor for WGHP-TV in High Point. “I drove more than two and a half hours to work each day while still attending classes,” said Cook. It was a pretty grueling schedule, but I wanted to get experience working in television news, and WGHP afforded me that opportunity.”

Upon graduation, Cook worked full time at WCNC in Charlotte, then as a news assignment editor at WFMY-TV in Greensboro and WXLV in Winston-Salem where she soon became the news director. She then moved on to be an account executive at WXII/WGPX before being recruited

by Sinclair Broadcast Group in 2003 to return to WXLV/WMYV. One might think this lengthy resume was coming to a close, but Cook later found herself serving as the vice president of client relations for a WinstonSalem public relations firm before deciding to start her own business, Pam Cook Communications.

“Winston-Salem and Forsyth County proved to be a great place for establishing my business because it is centrally located in the state and allows me easy access to the clients I serve throughout the region,” said Cook. “I started my PR agency at the height of the recession, and had it not been for clients who believed in me, and still do, I wouldn't be where I am now. I really like the folks I work for, and I respect what they do for their employees and their community.”

With more than 25 years of experience in media and public relations, Cook shares her success with her equally successful husband, Jim Longworth. A native of Winston-Salem, 1972 graduate of Reynolds High School and 1976 graduate of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Longworth worked several jobs while in college, including editing radio programs for the University News Bureau, running studio camera for UNC-TV programs and running camera at WFMY-TV.

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“I can't tell you much about what I learned in class, but I can tell you everything I learned on the job, and it has served me well over the years,” said Longworth. While at WFMY, Longworth produced and covered the 11pm weather and served as the director of promotions, in addition to producing documentaries and special programs.

"My boss at WFMY, Jack Markham, gave me a lot of freedom to explore and encouraged me to produce and host a number of programs, including a bicentennial primer, celebrity interviews with folks like Elizabeth Taylor and Bob Hope, and half hour specials with stars like Red Skelton and Vincent Price.”

Longworth continued his career with a job at an advertising agency in Greensboro, producing commercials and a local children’s show at WSOC-TV in Charlotte, hosting and producing live, daily talk shows in WXEX-TV in Richmond and co-founding a video production company and advertising agency in Virginia in the 1980s. In 2002, Longworth returned to Winston-Salem to create the Triad Today TV show that premiered in 2003. On the cusp of celebrating its 10th anniversary, Triad Today is the only locally produced

weekly public affairs programs on commercial television in North Carolina.”

Jim and Pam met in 2003, married in 2004 and live in Kernersville with their two adopted dogs, Charlie and Pepe.

“The secret to our marriage is that I do everything Pam tells me,” said Longworth. “She doesn't let me get by with anything. Once after I had just interviewed a big celebrity, I was fishing for compliments and said to Pam, 'I think I could have done that interview better.'

Pam said, 'Hey, relax; no one was looking at you any way. A monkey could do your job.' Pam's honesty and sense of humor holds our marriage together, and those same qualities also serve her well in her PR business.”

Jim and Pam have accomplished more in 25 years than most people do in a lifetime, and their successes are even more apparent because they are shared with each other. No matter what your definition of “having it all” is, it is impossible to have it all without a great amount of determination and hard work.

WEBSITES: www.pamcookcommunications.com www.jimlongworth.net www.triadtoday.com

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What to Expect on a Consignment Shop Hop

By Denise Heidel

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n November 2nd, the ladies of Forsyth Magazines and a group of shoppers will venture out on their 6th whirlwind shopping adventure, the Consignment Shop Hop! Many new shoppers ask what they can expect. The following is an outline of the day, but the biggest thing our shoppers have come to expect from the Consignment Shop Hop is lots of fun!

Shoppers arrive to register between 7:30 – 7:45am at Sunrise United Methodist Church. They board luxury coach buses that are fully equipped. Each shopper is given a door prize ticket and a menu for lunch.

At 8am, we depart. Each bus has its own respective route (planned to minimize driving time and maximize shopping time!) and each bus is directed either by Team Keela and Robin or Team Denise and Meghan.

We facilitate the day, doing our best to keep our shoppers entertained.

En route, we tell our shoppers where we are going and how long we will be there.

At our first stop, we collect lunch orders, and we have two helpers who deliver them to Which Wich Superior Sandwiches for us. When it’s time to re-board, the owner or manager of the shop boards the bus to thank our shoppers and invite them back! Once we are under way again, we like to keep our shoppers excited by giving away door prizes!

Towards the middle of the day, we have our lunch delivered to one of our stops. Which Wich Superior Sandwiches does an amazing job, and since they invite our shoppers to customize their orders to their exact preferences, everyone gets exactly what they want!

After lunch, we do offer a little sweet treat, courtesy of Christina’s Dessertery! No one can resist those amazing cupcakes! And the sugar rush is exactly what everyone needs for the last half of the shopping day.

We return to Sunrise United Methodist Church between 6 – 6:30pm.

After visiting 10 stores – all of our shoppers are tired because when we say we “shop til we drop,” we mean it. But it is such a happy exhaustion. We’ve had fun, we've laughed and we've found some great deals!

The Consignment Shop Hop has become a biannual favorite for many.

We are excited about the November 2nd Fall Consignment Shop Hop and hope to see many familiar faces as well as lots of new ones!

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Fall Saturday, November 2nd! includes transportation & lunch PLUS the opportunity to win some fantastic door prizes along the way!

$ “What a wonderful day Saturday!

It was so well organized and such great shops. I know everyone on our bus had a great time and went home tired, well fed, well gifted and shopped out.”

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STOPS WILL INCLUDE:

eClection Etc. Consignment ~Susan W., Spring Hand Picked Consignment Consignment Shop Hop 2013 Consignment Invio Shop Hop attendee SASS Consignment Treasures Decor Treasures Consignment Shea's Consign & Design Sweet Repeat Yours Truly Lunch will be provided by Which Wich Superior Sandwiches and delicious cupcakes, courtesy Christina's Dessertery, will follow!

Reserve your spot today! Only 100 seats available! Three ways to register: 1. Online at www.TinyUrl.com/Fall13CSH 2. By phone - call Denise at 413.7610 3. Mail your check to Forsyth Woman at 6255 TownCenter Drive, Clemmons, NC 27012 (be sure to include the names of all the shoppers you are registering as well as an email & phone #!)

Reservations / payments must be received by October 24th. Emails will be sent on October 25th with meet up instructions and details about the day.

Stay up to date on Consignment Shop Hop news by liking us on Facebook!

Facebook.com/ForsythWomanForsythFamily. Have questions? Email ConsignmentShopHop@ForsythMags.com.

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A N I M A L H O S P I TA L W E S T

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“We strive to set ourselves apart with top-quality care and prompt service.”

“I grew up in a farm environment surrounded by cows and horses and dogs,” Eubanks says. “When I went off to college, I always thought being a veterinarian would be a great career.”

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But how do you know which veterinary hospital to choose? Well, you might consider longevity of service.

When Dr. James Eubanks first opened Animal Hospital West, the Internet was science fiction, computers took up entire rooms, and John F. Kennedy was president.

Eubanks graduated from the University of Georgia—whose mascot is, appropriately enough, a dog—moved to Winston-Salem after earning a post-doctoral fellowship in cardiovascular research at the Bowman Gray School of Medicine, and opened his practice in 1963. The present clinic has been in the same spot since 1969.

Over the years, Animal Hospital West has attracted top-quality veterinarians. Today, Dr. Lacey Rush, Dr. Charlotte Wilkins and Dr. Tim Strickland serve alongside Dr. Eubanks.

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“Our goal from the very beginning has been to include the latest technology for our patients,” Eubanks says.

One reason for that is to stay competitive. “When I think of competition, I think of it in the highest sense of the word,” Eubanks says. “We strive to set ourselves apart with topquality care and prompt service.”

When Eubanks says “prompt,” he’s not kidding. Animal Hospital West includes something you probably don’t automatically associate with veterinary hospitals: a drive-through window.

The window and valet curb service allows you to drop off your pet—oops, I mean furry child—for grooming or boarding, pick up his or her medications, and get the finest food for him or her, all without leaving your car.

The drive-through came about a few years ago, when Eubanks made some alterations to his building. “I just thought it would be a convenience factor for our clients,” he says. “That’s the whole reason for our being.”

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So…some folks might even think of their pets as being their children? “I just see that when pets become ill, owners expect the same level of medical care they get when they themselves get sick,” Eubanks says.

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Kelly’s Story

By Meghan E.W. Corbett

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veryone seems to have a lot to say about healthcare these days. Whether you know a lot about it, or just think you know a lot about it, it is undoubtedly the most important industry that needs to be run successfully. When all is said and done, the patients in need of care are the most important focus for healthcare professionals. Some patients, like Kelly Draganov, need special treatment, and luckily, that treatment was received!

“I am a 43-year-old mother and wife, and I have Cystic Fibrosis (CF),” said Draganov. “I lived a mostly normal life until September 2012; then I became very sick, very fast and my only life saving option was a double lung transplant. Despite being turned down by Duke and the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC), I pushed my doctors to find another center that would accept me. I refused to give up and take ‘no’ for an answer. My life was saved thanks to Dr. Vincent Valentine, his amazing team and the generosity of an

organ donor at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) lung transplant program. I was blessed to have the love, support and prayers of countless family, friends and even strangers around the world (we have a Facebook group with about 850 members across 10 countries). I know this contributed to my survival. I fought for my life and never gave up hope.”

Draganov’s transplant journey began in November of 2012 when she was considered a candidate for a lung transplant. “Transplant candidates are unique in that we have a terminal disease, and we've reached end stage; but with a new organ, we get a second chance,” said Draganov. “Other patients who have reached the end of a terminal disease do not have such options.

Some CF patients do not have the option of transplant, and that was almost the case with me because I was extremely high risk due to a ‘super bug’ (drug resistant bacteria) in my lungs.” This was the reason why her case had been turned down by two medical centers before being accepted, sight unseen, by Dr. Valentine.

When she arrived in Texas for her transplant, Draganov was in a medically induced coma. To make things worse, the first pair of available lungs was too large for her small, petite frame. The touch-and-go surgery lasted for more than 12 hours and involved three rotating transplant teams. More than a week later, Draganov awoke after more than a month in a coma, giving her family, friends and supporters the miracle they prayed would happen.

She also inspired patients around the world to fight for what they believe is possible. “I am certainly not an expert qualified to speak on the topic of patient advocacy; however, I am aware of many efforts being made to improve patient safety and new standards in training medical students and residents that will benefit patients,” said Draganov. “Effective communication between caregivers and patient is the key. Fortunately, the issue of patient advocacy was not a major theme of my recent journey, as I had exceptional medical care by an outstanding team of caregivers at UTMB. That said, my husband advocated for me while I was sedated nearly five weeks. He developed a wonderful relationship with my entire team and ensured that I had everything I needed in a timely manner. Prior to transplant, I was my own best advocate, never standing down to a physician or nurse, making sure I understood the need for every test ordered, and not taking ‘no’ for an answer when Duke and UPMC declined me for transplant.”

Draganov’s journey is truly inspirational to anyone facing illness. “My transplant journey has been the most difficult challenge of my life, but I was determined to be a success story,” said Draganov. “Attitude is everything! Think positive, and you will have a positive outcome! I hope my story will encourage people to be their own best advocate in all situations – medical and otherwise – and to remember, no matter the struggles they face, never lose hope! Hopefully, increased awareness of transplant and organ donation will encourage readers to register as organ donors (visit donatelife.net; it takes just a few minutes to sign up) and inform their families of their wishes. Organ donation is the ultimate gift of life!”

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rowing up in Winston-Salem where her father Thad founded the TW Garner Food Company, Kathryn Garner credits her parents with instilling a commitment to volunteerism and community involvement. “From the time I was a small child, I remember very clearly my parents giving of their time to various community, church and school projects,” said Garner. “And those experiences shaped my own passion for helping others.”

One of Garner’s passions is Winston-Salem Industries for the Blind (IFB) and its supporting foundation, A Brighter Path Foundation (ABPF). Her involvement with IFB and ABPF spans more than two decades including service as a board member, IFB Board chair and Foundation board member.

“Winston-Salem Industries for the Blind has allowed me to give of my time and my heart in so many wonderful ways,” said Garner.

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Following her service as IFB Board Chair from 1999-2000, Garner turned her focus to IFB’s campus just off North Point Boulevard. With support from the Winston-Salem Foundation and the Forest Garden Club, Garner led a botanical transformation with numerous garden spaces, including one area dedicated in honor of her parents, Mildred and Thad Garner. “I love beautiful gardens, and it is something very near and dear to my heart, so bringing that passion to IFB was only natural,” said Garner.

In 2006, she worked with former Executive Director Dan Boucher to establish TAD’s Room in honor of her late son, William “Tad” Homan. TAD’s Room also stands for Training And Development, and provided IFB’s original space for skillstraining classes, recreational programs like the IFB Dart Team, and meeting rooms for clubs like Toastmasters and the IFB Book Club.

Volunteers are the lifeblood of any non-profit organization and recognizing them is paramount. “What I love most about this award is that it shines the spotlight on our volunteers – these are the people who give so unselfishly of their time and talents to make the mission and vision of IFB a reality,” said Garner.

TAD’s Room was the seed for Tracy’s Little Red School House, an independent learning center for children and adults that opened on the IFB campus in 2012. “Kathryn had the vision many years ago that TAD’s Room could grow into something much bigger and that vision came to fruition in 2012 when we opened the doors to Tracy’s Little Red School House,” said David Horton, executive director of WinstonSalem Industries for the Blind.

Volunteerism is Infectious Garner shares her enthusiasm and commitment by inviting friends, community groups and others to join her on tours of the IFB facility and Tracy’s Little Red School House, and to see firsthand the power of its mission of providing employment and services for people who are blind or visually impaired. She attends many of the IFB events, including the popular After Dark evening fundraiser held every September.

“I love sharing the IFB experience with others, and igniting that same passion for this tremendous organization,” said Garner. “With so many other demands on our time and talents, volunteering can be challenging, but when you connect with an organization and a cause that you are truly passionate about, you find a way to give those volunteer hours.”

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Director David Horton, and IFB Board Chair David Plyler decided to recognize Garner in a special and very fitting way – they renamed the IFB Volunteer of the Year Award as the Kathryn W. Garner Volunteer of the Year Award. Josh Jolly, a senior at Wilkes Early College High School, was the recipient of the newly named award in 2013, presented to him by Kathryn at the IFB Award banquet in April of this year. “It was incredibly meaningful to me that the first recipient of the Kathryn W. Garner award was a young adult who is just beginning his journey as a community volunteer and mentor,” said Garner. “It is important that young people experience the joy and impact that volunteering brings.”

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Just prior to the banquet, IFB hosted a special dedication of the award at Tracy’s Little Red School House. During the dedication, they unveiled a specially commissioned piece of art in Kathryn’s honor created by local artists. “Kathryn's infectious smile touches the lives of so many at IFB, and guides us all on a Brighter Path,” said Boucher at the dedication event.

“Giving of my heart to organizations like Winston-Salem Industries for the Blind and A Brighter Path Foundation that are truly transforming the lives of those who are blind or visually impaired is what keeps me going,” said Garner. “Volunteering at IFB Volunteering with a Heart has brought me a great deal Garner has 5 tenets for of joy.” volunteering with a heart Getting involved with • Choose an organization that matters Winston-Salem Industries for to you and speaks to your passion. the Blind and A Brighter Path Foundation is easy and there • Get involved in ways that play to your are many outstanding strengths and represent opportunities volunteer opportunities. For for real change. more information, contact • Share your enthusiasm for the Erin Bridges, Winston-Salem organization with friends, family Industries for the Blind, at and colleagues. ebridges@wsifb.com or Jenny • Think about volunteering as a longViars, A Brighter Path term commitment so you can see Foundation, at the fruits of your efforts. jviars@wsifb.com. The general number for IFB is • Make volunteering integral to your life (336) 759-0551, and the Web – you will receive so much in return! site is www.wsifb.com.

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As Kennedy High School’s parent-involvement coordinator, Cotton has worked to raise student awareness of Samaritan Ministries’ work. Since 2006, she has led the school’s efforts to raise money for Samaritan Ministries’ Penny Campaign, an annual fundraiser, which is in its 22nd year.

“We do shape our kids,” she said. “We have to instill in them the giving spirit.”

Samaritan’s Penny Campaign is an easy way to shape the giving spirit. Beginning in October, people are asked to collect coins or paper money for those in need in whatever container they choose. Just 208 pennies adds up to a hot meal in the Soup Kitchen.

December 7 is the official collection day when people are asked to drop off the money they’ve collected at 110 Oakwood Shopping Center.

With Scout troops, church groups, schools, individuals and corporate sponsors all collecting money, the results can be impressive. Last year’s Penny Campaign raised $74,748. Schools are some of the biggest participants.

Kennedy High School serves children in grades six through 12. The school is in the process of transitioning to a Career Academy Magnet School.

Students can choose from four academies that offer small class sizes, internship opportunities and a career focus.

Cotton said that students at the school often have a personal connection to this issue. “A lot of them don’t like to talk about it, but they have known hunger,” she said.

Cotton herself has known what it’s like to worry about where her next meal is coming from. As a single mother of two boys, she was once on welfare.

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She supports Samaritan’s work because the agency is a safety net for many people.

Last year Samaritan served 163,859 meals and provided shelter for 660 different homeless men. An increasing number of children and their families depend on the Soup Kitchen in the summer to provide their main meal of the day.

Samaritan opened as a soup kitchen in 1981, and the shelter, which today serves homeless men, opened in 1988. Project Cornerstone, a residential substance abuse recovery program for men, began in 1995.

Homeless Opportunities and Treatment (HOT) Project, an in-house mental health clinic, opened in 2009 in collaboration with Wake Forest Baptist Department of Psychiatry.

Last month, Samaritan Ministries broke ground on a new building, which will be located behind its current location. The new building, which will be at the corner of Ivy Avenue and Northwest Boulevard, will allow the ministry to expand its services and form new partnerships with other agencies.

The Soup Kitchen will go from 47 seats to 96 and shelter beds will increase from 69 to 80 beds. The expansion came in response to an increase in the number of hungry and homeless people in Forsyth

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Samaritan Ministry’s efforts have taken on a special urgency this year, as media reports of this area’s slow recovery from the Great Recession hit newspapers and television in January.

“We don’t necessarily rejoice about being busy,” said Sonjia Kurosky, Samaritan’s executive director, “but we’re glad to be here as a safety net for the working poor, those on fixed incomes and anyone who needs a hot meal, a warm bed and a kind word.”

When Penny Campaign materials arrive at the school in the fall, Cotton designs her own flyers to explain the effort, as well as the incentives, for children who participate. She places containers in each classroom and promises such prizes as pizza parties, movies or a day out of school uniforms for students.

The Penny Campaign is popular with students, Cotton said, and that’s not just because of the prizes. “It gives students a chance to give,” she said. “They seem to like that.”

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Till Debt Do Us Part: Managing Money in Marriage

By Lisa S.T. Doss

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hoever wrote the vow, “for richer, for poorer, in sickness or in health...” knew money was a hardship in marriage; unfortunately, including the words “poorer” has the potential to off-balance the rest of the vow.

In all relationships, there are deep concerns about finances, from saving money to controlling spending, and from making the most of a monthly income to retiring without worry. The answers may take time, but are feasible with some budgeting initiatives, communication, and compromise.

Whether you are preparing to combine households or are already well-established, couples need to sit down together monthly and discuss financial goals. Often, one spouse takes on the household’s financial responsibility, and through open communication, the system works. If communication is lost and responsibilities falter, the household pays the price in higher interest payments and lower credit scores.Understanding each other’s viewpoint of the financial world will help couples relate to why particular decisions were made. Defining “needs” versus “wants” and coming up with clear solutions when debt becomes a problem is an initial step towards a mutual understanding.

Do you pay bills as they are received or is there a system in which expenses are tracked? If over-spending occurs each month, it may be time to establish a written or computerized system that will make each of you responsible for spending. Listing expenses in a notebook and crossing off items paid may be simplistic as compared to using Quicken or Mint software, but some means of maintaining a current record of finances is a must. Using a method for couples who chose to have separate accounts will make the bigger picture transparent.

Food is one area easily affected by overspending. While groceries have increased exponentially in the last year, couples enjoy the freedom of eating out and will pay the price for ambiance and pampering. Running over the designated amount will reduce funds in other areas. While it may not be the best practice for every household, try using a credit card that offers some percentage of cash back on all purchases.

Keeping up weekly, and sometimes daily, with your account will ensure you can both stay within the budget. While it may present initial challenges, a cash reward of potentially up to $150 yearly makes it a viable option.

What are your financial goals? Perhaps it is desirable to earmark money for Christmas, college, or a vacation fund, in addition to saving monthly. Couples may need to work on a budget to include each area as a monthly expense. While the endeavor may take three to six months to establish, it means money is being saved for the future.

Communicating all purchases will strengthen the relationship, making couples feel as though saving and spending have equal value. Credit unions offer customers the option of having additional savings and money market accounts. While each would have a low percentage of interest, spouses could establish set accounts for future purposes. Whether spouses have a joint or separate account, the matter is a couple’s preference. A joint account allows for transparency, while separate accounts may call for a more communicative discussion when situations arise.

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THINGS THAT MAKE YOU

By Omar & Christie

How Women Get Their Hearts Crushed that this crush may be a deadend. Mr. Hunk may turn out to be Mr. Right, but the odds are against you in this one!

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ost nostalgic women remember their first innocent school-girl crush.

Maybe they were dreamy eyed over the second-grade boy next door; or they stole that first adolescent kiss from Ronnie during a spin the bottle game in the basement of their friend’s house; or maybe they stared a little too long at the biology teacher, Coach Dave, during their sophomore year in high school. All of these types of crushes were probably fleeting, innocent, and normal for most girls.

As these girls mature into women who date seriously, get married, or maybe even get divorced, some of their crushes may not be as healthy as in those teenage years. We recommend and encourage healthy adult crushes between two available, clear-thinking people.

Healthy crushes can lead to long-term relationships or even marriage. These types of crushes should be applauded. There are other types of crushes, though, that are unhealthy, dishonest, and potentially harmful. Let’s talk about a few examples of unhealthy crushes in hopes of helping you identify when a crush is capable of crushing you.

One of the most common types of unhealthy crushes is that seemingly healthy relationship with your toned, tan, encouraging, drop-dead gorgeous personal trainer. You meet your trainer in hopes of losing those last 15 pounds and you immediately respond to his kind words, motivating coaching style, and hands-on encouragement during tough exercise sessions.

No one has touched you like he does in months, maybe years. He knows just where to place his hands in order to get the most out of your warm-up and cool-down sessions. The intent may be to cool you down, but it only warms you up. You look forward each day to your next workout and find it funny now that you take 20 minutes to dress for a workout, full makeup on and your hair curled. The one thing that you may not recognize is the fact that you are only one of his many female clients and they all receive the same personal attention from Mr. Hunk. Recognize that you are only one of many relationship opportunities for him and

Another common unhealthy crush involves you and your boss or supervisor. There is an old saying that, “You should never get your sex and your paycheck at the same watering hole.” This is a wise saying for many reasons. First, it is a rare exception that this type of relationship becomes a longterm commitment. There may be a spouse, children, or a girlfriend involved who complicate the situation and may end of getting hurt in the reality of your crush. Often, work crushes develop innocently in the beginningas a result of working late or traveling together. You are working toward a common career goal and feel a work connection because of mutual respect and time spent together (minus the stress of children, spouses, or girlfriends demanding your attention). An obvious next step might be sharing a drink after a long day, which is now taking your connection from a work environment to a more social setting. Then you may let your professional guard down and start sharing personal feelings about an unhappy marriage, ungrateful boyfriend, or unsatisfying love life. Then someone is reaching across the table to console the other, which can ultimately lead to an affair. This crush is unhealthy for several very obvious reasons. Just don’t go there. If you have been there, you know what we are talking about (at your new job).

Top on our list of unhealthy crushes are married men.

Any married man who is willing to risk his marriage, hurt his children, or jeopardize his job is usually unhappy at home and is better off looking for a counselor than a new girlfriend. A crush on a married man is like pulling the pin on a grenade…it is only a matter of time before it blows up, taking you with it for another devastating dating disaster. He may have told you that he was newly divorced, single and available, and ready for a lifelong picnic. He probably will not admit that his main goal is purely sexual. This crush is built on a house of lies. He lies to you and you unthinkingly believe his story because you enjoy the attention. Funny that he only wants to see you in obscure, out of the way places and he can only call before 7:00 pm because of an “important business venture” that is taking up his time and attention. Just don’t go there. Again, a successful end to this kind of crush is a rare event.

Women, just like men, crave the love and attention that result from crushes. But unhealthy crushes, such as the ones described above, typically reinforce the opposite feelings of disappointment and rejection. They start off as fun and thrilling and boost your ego, but they end up as a regretful, foolish waste of time. Your self-esteem takes a hit and your heart may get crushed. Recognizing the potentially damaging crushes is the tricky part!

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welve years ago, the East Winston community was blessed to receive Bishop John Huntley and his wife Deloris to the Alpha Omega Church. They walked around the community in prayer hoping for guidance and change. Deloris remembers the neighborhood of forty years prior when she was a teen and attending Atkins High School. “It was a great, safe community. Fruit trees were everywhere. The people had businesses or were teachers and lawyers. For one reason or another they are no longer here. We needed to prove that we were here to stay.” Numerous programs were established, initiated by request or due to the need of the community. As a result of such positive, spiritual guidance; education on health, hygiene, and nutrition; mentoring and health education for children, Bishop John and Deloris Huntley have impacted the lives of thousands. As Deloris states, “It’s not a job. It’s what we love to do.”

Alpha Omega Church, through planning, obtaining land, and receiving assistance in and outside of the community, exceeded expectations by creating a two-acre community garden. Fruits, vegetables, and herbs were planted for everyone to share and prosper. From the young to the old, families walked together to participate in the planting, watering, weeding, and harvesting process. Teaching how to replace salt with herbs for proper seasoning; pairing vegetables and food demonstrations; and freezing and canning will create a new diet of healthier living and eating habits among community members.

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Winston-Salem Police Department view Bishop John and Deloris as community advocates who provide more than just spiritual counsel to East Winston. Deloris shares, “When you work with families who think they cannot do any better, we help them to realize that they have what it takes to do better. We offer a non-judgment, holistic approach, and our technique seems to help.”

The court sends offenders, ranging from teenagers through older adults, to receive community service at AOC. Whether typing, cooking, or gardening, participants are able to utilize their skills to complete their service hours. The teenagers accompany Deloris to meetings and are exposed to professional people. Deloris hopes the teens will want to seek improvements in their own lives. The Community Service Program has been in place for ten years. As a result, many return to Alpha Omega Church for counsel.

“People, deep down inside, are good. I like to observe people and guide them in the direction they seek. I encourage people to either stay in school, and/or go to college,” says Deloris.

“Ministry of Health is a spiritually based holistic approach to health and wellness in the African American church,” shares Deloris. Monthly, health and hygiene workshops are offered on topics requested by men and women of all ages. A representative from Wake Forest Baptist Hospital will share information on diabetes, stroke, breast and prostate cancer; and AIDS.

Many programs have influenced the children of East Winston in remarkable ways. Through the direction of Michael Burton for the past three years, Latch Key provides over 100 children ages 12 to 17 diverse opportunities, which foster or introduce a talent or skill. “It is a critical time of day, from 3:00 to 6:00 pm, when the majority of parents are not at home.

We are in the process of launching a lawn care service within the community. I continue to see community development at its best,” says Michael Burton.

Eight years ago, church member Jazmin Marlin, at 15, sought out a means to educate the less fortunate neighborhood children on the dangers of inactivity and obesity. Her program provided bikes or skates to encourage movement. Kids on Wheels was a proposal approved by the state. The church receives donations to assure the program continues.

Through the development of creating a program for either adults or children, education is the focus. To reduce infant mortality and morbidity, Building Family Strength-Works! was established to offer parenting tips, nutritional advice, employability skills training, workshops, classes, and conferences.

AOC offers a “safe place” to any minor in need of counsel. The protected of Alpha Omega Church includes runaways, the homeless, the abused and/or neglected; and victims of domesticviolence; therefore, the Victim Assistance Program was an invaluable addition.

Alpha Omega Church, through the spiritual direction of Bishop John and Deloris Huntley, has life-changing initiatives to advance East Winston. Many stewards are assisting in their endeavor; however, additional help and/or donations are greatly appreciated. Please contact Deloris Huntley at 336-748.4787.

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By Anne Marie Goslak

CELL PHONE

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othing in life prepares you for that moment when you are standing over the toilet, looking down at your cell phone sinking to the bottom of the bowl. First you can’t believe it.

Then you blame it on something. “It was the stupid belt clip!” Eventually, you come to the sad realization that you have no one to blame but yourself.

A couple hundred dollars later, you vow never to do that again. If you are smart, you take precautions and set policies. They usually start with, “I will never again….” Mine are, “I will never again put my phone on the back of the commode because it COULD slide off. I will never again attach a phone to my clothing because it WILL fall or end up in the washing machine.” My list of self-imposed rules is based on experience.

We should do the same thing with golf. After the third time I drown a golf ball by trying to go for a green surrounded by water, I realized that I needed a policy to protect myself from my own ego. My ego said, “Of course I can reach it. It’s only 220 yards

away! I won’t hit the water. I am too good to do that!” That is just about as smart as saying, “Well, I clipped it to my belt so surely it won’t fall….”

Success is not based on figuring out what you are capable of. Success is about understanding what could go wrong and planning accordingly. Basketball coach Bobby Knight wrote a book about the benefits of negative thinking. I found the concept offensive until I looked into it. If I understand his premise, he is advising that we look at our situation and acknowledge all the bad things that could possibly happen. We plan, practice and prepare for those scenarios. Because of our honest assessment, we have success strategies in place to help us achieve our goals, regardless of the circumstance.

Let’s say you are playing a par 5 with bunkers in the landing area and water near the green. You might say, “My tee shot could go in those bunkers. Can I live with that? Can I get out of them easily or would I be better off hitting a hybrid short of those bunkers to avoid them all together? Should I try and hit this green in two or would I be better served to lay up? If I did lay up, I could better control my shot into the green, giving me an uphill putt and hence a better chance for birdie.”

The biggest question a golfer should ask themselves is, “Can I live with the outcome, should things not go exactly the way I had planned?” Life and golf run an interesting parallel to each other. If we are realistic about what could happen, we prepare for the worst, but we still hope for the best.

Best of luck playing great golf and keeping your cell phone out of the toilet!

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With cucumbers, tomatoes, and melons all hitting their stride, it may be time to transition those areas that require little soil preparation. By extracting the old, dying plants, a gardener could opt for the most practical way to rid the garden of the waste. Composting can clean contaminated soil and suppress plant diseases. While gardeners can maintain a compost heap during the winter months, the process is slow; consequently, the ultimate goal of composting is to return the beautiful nutrient enriched black soil to the earth.

Carrots, onions, and beets are wonderful fall crops since they consume very little space. Paying more for seed tape allows small seeds like carrots or radishes to be planted in straight lines. For a creative approach, try using double-ply toilet paper in lieu of tape. A crop rotation of beans or peas is essential for all gardeners, since it replenishes nitrogen to the soil. Also, avoid waiting until peas have sprouted to begin staking. Fall rains will enhance growth and soon the peas will have created a tangle of vines.

Transitioning Your Spring Garden to Fall or Winter

By Lisa S.T. Doss

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rading and offering our canned goods to eager, receptive friends is one perk to having a backyard garden. In July, I noticed our stock of bread and butter pickles diminishing. I can look at the date on last season’s canned jars and realize we are months behind.

This year, heavy precipitation and frosts prevented us, and many others in the Piedmont Triad, from beginning the spring planting.While preparing the garden for cool weather crops is a worthwhile investment, the transition will require creative planning. As all gardeners realize, much work is ahead before reaping the benefits of fresh vegetables; therefore, grab your wheelbarrow, gloves, and gardening tools. August through September is the right time to begin another season of gardening love.

After months of attending daily to weeding, staking, and preparing the kitchen for canning or freezing, transitioning the garden for the fall planting seems like an uphill battle; however, what is more appealing than working in the garden when cooler temperatures arrive to the region? The colorful pictorial beauty of fall makes spending time in the outdoors, especially the garden, very appealing. As grocery produce continue to inflate the total bill, planning another season of fresh vegetables is a smart investment. Imagine the flavoring of winter soups when harvested carrots, peas, and onions are added.

In North Carolina’s hardiness zone seven, we are fortunate to be able to use our “heat-loving” seed packets. Selecting a fast-maturing variety is not necessary due to our location. In August or September, numerous vegetables can endure a winter harvest; therefore, consider planting two batches. For example, try planting beets and carrots in mid-August and again in early September. Spinach and broccoli will thrive if started in late August and mid-September. The days to maturity are found on the back of the seed packet. The fall planting will keep gardeners busy, but the rewards are a freezer full of newly harvested vegetables. While it is a great tactic to record harvesting dates on your calendar, numerous free apps can offer the same service while providing gardening tips.

Winterizing your garden is the last task signifying closure of a growing season. Putting away tomato cages and stakes; cleaning pots and baskets; and returning gardening tools to a barn are just a few chores that require completion. Once dead or dying plants are removed, cultivate the soil by adding a top layer of leaves and any remaining “black gold” from the composter. Tilling prior to winter helps the soil remain light and promotes aeration. Dormant vegetables like asparagus need two to four-inches of mulch to cover the plant and the surrounding soil.

Too often gardeners want to enjoy their harvest, and less than forty-percent is stored away, either in canned goods or in the freezer. Despite the therapeutic feelings associated with gardening, it offers individuals the ability to be well prepared for winter as well as a reduced grocery bill. Eager individuals can invest in building a few cold frames to ensure fresh vegetables can continue through the wind and chilling cold temperatures. While it is sad to put a garden to rest, opportunities are available to extend the growing season into the winter months.

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Hiking Your Way to Better Health

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or women already committed to regular physical activity, finding a new, enjoyable form of exercise can sometimes be a challenge. They may have tried every type of promising class: Zumba class, kick-boxing, spin class, Jazzercise, Body pump, boot camp, Pilates, Tai Chi; you name it and women have tried it! Trying a new type of exercise can be exciting and a much needed change from a stale routine of elliptical machines and weight lifting, both of which are important to better fitness, but both of which can also get a little “old.” Mixing up your exercise regimen can improve muscle performance as well as compliance to exercise. So, if you have exhausted all of the options at your local gym and are still searching for something different, or even if you haven’t tried “everything,” why not try hiking?

Hiking on the weekend can be a nice break from a Monday – Friday exercise routine at the gym or that daily run around your neighborhood. Hiking does not require special training or expensive equipment, depending on where you hike and for how long you hike. For a typical hike around Salem Lake (about 7 miles), all you need is a bottle of water, some tennis shoes, and maybe some sunscreen! Longer, more rugged hikes may require a walking stick, hat, larger water supply (such as a Camelback), and some healthy snacks along the trail. Serious hikers may pack along a compass, trail map, thermometer, flashlight, and hiking boots, in addition to their basic hiking

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attire and gear. Hiking also provides the benefits of exposure to Vitamin D if it is sunny, family adventure (if you decide to hike with your family or friends), or maybe some valuable time to be more introspective if hiking alone. Some of your best ideas may come from a long hike in the woods!

Hiking can also be adapted to any level of physical fitness. Beginners, or those hikers with young children along, may want to start on a less challenging course, such as a relatively flat trail at Tanglewood or Winston Lake. These more “urban”

trails provide restrooms, water, and benches for resting and see lots of hiking traffic, which solo hikers may desire for safety reasons. Trails at Pilot Mountain or Hanging Rock State Park present more of a challenge and may require more physical preparation, supplies, and prior planning. These more moderately difficult trails involve more climbing, water negotiation, and/or endurance. The Profile Trail at Grandfather Mountain would be a more strenuous progression for those hikers looking for a physical challenge and beautiful vistas within a short drive from Forsyth County.

Truly committed hikers (committed as in “crazy,” but in a good way) may take on a challenge such as hiking Rim to Rim at the Grand Canyon or Angel’s Landing at Zion National Park.

While these types of once-in-a-lifetime hikes demand more planning and cost than local hikes, they can be transformational experiences. And the beauty and breathtaking views on these types of hikes make up for the physical challenge of these more rugged trails. For women (and men) who are motivated by reaching long-range physical goals (such as completing a marathon or triathlon), training for a long, rugged hike can reap the same type of satisfaction and sense of accomplishment, but with better scenery!

If you want to try a little hiking this summer near WinstonSalem, explore the website below for great suggestions on day trips nearby. http://www.everytrail.com/best/hiking-winstonsalem-north-carolina

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Random Acts of Kindness: 30-Day Challenge

By Denise Heidel

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ark Twain once said, “Kindness is a language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see.” As people have become increasingly selfish or cynical, acts of kindness have generated suspicion. Our world has become so self-serving that the act of kindness and generosity may leave the recipient wondering what is expected of them.

Fortunately, a new trend is emerging: Random Acts of Kindness. When was the last time you did something for someone you knew could not repay you, or just to be kind?

Here’s a 30-day challenge for you: learn the art of random kindness. Take a look at the suggestions below and see if you can’t incorporate some of these suggested random acts of kindness into your daily routine.

• Call a friend…just to let them know they were on your mind.

• Surprise your spouse with a fresh cup of coffee.

• Give someone else your seat.

• Offer to run an errand for an elderly friend or relative.

• Let the other driver in front of you… even during rush hour traffic.

• Offer to babysit for a friend so she can treat herself to a manicure.

• Let someone with only a few groceries in front of you in line.

• Tell that great waitress you want to speak to the manager… and then praise her in front of her boss.

• Smile at the person you’re passing.

• Take your mom flowers… just because.

• Offer to put someone else’s grocery buggy away.

• Volunteer.

• Send a care package to a soldier serving overseas.

• Hold the door for someone.

• Pay it forward on your next visit to Starbucks.

Kindness is about being selfless and putting someone else’s needs above our own. It means “treating others the way you want to be treated.” In this busy, chaotic, craziness of our daily lives, the few extra seconds to be kind are worth the time.

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By Wendee Goodman

OUT THERE

By Emily Peebles Stand with me here upon this silver shore, As waves nudge sand And the night whispers.

Cast out your gaze— Let your eyes trace the fingers of the moon, And see where the winking rays point, To the rippling ocean In the measureless far-off,

his month, many students are packing and leaving for college.

Emily Peebles is off to Davidson College to major in English and, while she is quite aware that many people might wonder what she could do with such a degree, Emily has an answer.

“I’m on my way, don’t know where I’m going, as the lyricist put it, but for now I’m headed to Davidson College,” she says, “and after that I’ll be off to wherever God and this craft take me next, and that’s fine with me!”

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Most young people can identify with a sense of not being sure where the future will take them, but few exude a confidence and sense of peace about the unknowing. Emily shared a little about why she enjoys writing and her words were so creative and so beautifully written that I wanted to share them, word for word, as she did.

“You ask the role of writing in my life.

Is it enough to say that I write for the same reason that I pray, and run, and eat giant cookies at the bookstore café on Saturday nights—that is, because it is necessary for my emotional stability? It is so easy to get disoriented in this world, less easy to be well-balanced, but when I tune out

the details and listen for words and begin to scribble them out, weird interesting things start happening.

There is a sense, for example, of being lost in exactly the right place. There is, in a not-quite-articulable sort of way, a sense of knowing exactly who I am and what I’m supposed to be doing, or at least a sense of getting closer to knowing.

Once I slow down enough to listen like this, beneath all the world’s shouting and busy-ness, well, I’m realizing that there’s something there, in that strange and magical deeper place. Thoughts, I think, stirring— thoughts to be shared, to be said. And also what I’m realizing is—I must say them! If it takes my entire life to learn how! I must say them because I have a responsibility to them and this craft and to myself, but also because I simply . . . can’t not.”

Emily, thank you for sharing one of your poems, your passion for writing and for helping each reader ask herself two important questions: 1.) How can I begin to slow down and listen beneath the world’s shouting and busy-ness?

2.) What is it that I must do?

Where sea melts into sky and all is silken shadow.

A phantom prowls those depths, they say, A ghostly derelict, somewhere, And robed in fog it trolls Black glass reflecting night— They say. But really— Who can know?

Unless— Suppose we chanced a trek Into those waters, suppose we dared depart This stagnant shore— Then we might know.

Then we might tell Of a ship-shaped mist that glows From the winding sea-curtains, Of sails that bend in ancient breath, And masts that groan with voices Long forgotten.

Imagine the tales that drift, waiting— On that vessel of starless skies— Think of life that once paced those uncharted decks, And souls now sunk into wood.

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tand Up Paddleboarding or Paddlesurfing, aka “SUPing,” seems to be a new craze, but actually started as an ancient form of surfing in Hawaii. Hoe he’e nalu, as it is called in the beautiful Hawaiian language, was brought to the forefront of modern recognition by world class surfing champion Laird Hamilton and brought to the mainland by surfer Rick Thomas. It is an easier version of traditional surfing which makes it more appropriate for the “weekend warrior.”

SUPing can be done on almost any body of water, including the ocean, a river, or a lake, but a relatively smooth water surface is best while learning to gain command of the board. Local graphic artist Christine Silva (Moonlight Designs) has been bitten by the SUP bug, so I asked her a few questions about her new sport of choice: What part of SUPing do you find the most fun?

CS: “The entire experience, being outside, having fun and enjoying fellowship or just paddling by yourself. I enjoy the quietness of it, not being strapped to an engine, just being able to glide quietly through the water.”

What surprised you most about SUPing?

CS: “That I liked it! Just looking at a SUPing, I thought it looked silly, then I tried it and was immediately hooked.”

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What do you like least about it?

CS: “Nothing, really. There is not one thing to not like about this sport.”

Christine goes on to say that starting on a wider board is a good idea. That way you can learn to feel the balance needed to stay upright.

After you get more comfortable, you can switch to a more slender, faster board.

Boards come in different lengths ranging from 9-12 feet in length. There are also inflatable boards. The boards are slightly concave and have a rubber surface which makes them very easy to stand on. They are all relatively light and can easily be carried by one person and transported on the roof rack of a car. Prices range from $600-$1,500 for a good quality board.

SUP paddles are lightweight and look much like half of a kayak paddle.

They are long and should be about a half a foot taller than the person using it. One nice feature is that SUP paddles are extendable so they can be shortened for easy transport.

The US Coast Guard requires the use of a personal floatation device when paddleboarding in certain areas.

Since paddleboards are considered vessels, all the rules of the waterways should be learned and adhered to.

Since the paddleboard is low to the surface of the water, it is a good idea to paddle near the shoreline rather than in the main channel of the waterway. Like kayaks and canoes, these vessels are not always easily seen by boaters. So, rent a board through a local outdoor store, try it out and see if you, too, are hooked on SUPing.

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Time

By Lindsay Craven veryone loves a good movie — the exhilarating surroundsound, the eye-opening crystal clear, super-large screens, the popcorn, soda and candy…If you’ve been too busy to check out some of the latest flicks look to “Reel Time” to give you the good, the bad and the ugly! Send in your suggestion for movies to be reviewed, and you could win tickets to a current movie!

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The Heat (5 out of 5 reels) In theaters now

Side Effects (4 out of 5 reels) Available at Redbox now

The Heat has made a bit of history by being the first buddy cop film that stars two female leads. Don’t let it fool you, though. Just because there are two female leads doesn’t mean this comedy doesn’t provide the raunchy humor that we have come to love from their male lead counterparts. The Heat also delivers nearly non-stop laughs and is one of the first summer blockbusters that lived up to its teaser trailers.

This psychological thriller has one of the most impressive twists I’ve seen in a while. While it keeps you thinking about how little the medical world knows about the drug prescriptions they write without a second thought, Side Effects also carries you through a tangled web of characters who are all deceiving each other to get their way.

FBI Special Agent Ashburn (Sandra Bullock) is an ambitious agent who is mocked by her peers, whom she ostracizes by showing them up on crime scenes. When an important new position opens up at her branch, Ashburn immediately sees herself earning the job.

Her boss feels she needs to prove herself, however, and sends her to Boston with a mission to bring down an elusive drug lord. This proves to be more difficult than planned when she meets Boston Police Officer Mullins (Melissa McCarthy).

Emily Taylor (Rooney Mara) is a young woman struggling with anxiety and depression following the arrest and imprisonment of her husband, Martin (Channing Tatum).

When her husband returns home from prison she is so overwhelmed with the stress and adjustment that she drives her car into the wall of her parking garage. When the hospital refers her to Jonathan Banks (Jude Law), a psychiatrist he prescribes her an experimental medication called Ablixa.

In the beginning, the drug seems to work miracles as Emily finds herself with more energy and a cheerier mood. That is, until the sleepwalking begins.

Mullins is a foul-mouthed, rulebreaking officer that demands the streets of her neighborhood be safe and drug free. When Mullins learns that Ashburn is in town to bring down a drug lord in her neighborhood, she demands to be a part of the sting and hilarity ensues as the two join forces.

When one of her sleepwalking episodes leads to her husband’s murder, the question becomes whether Jonathan was negligent by putting Emily on the drug. When the side effects fail to add up, Jonathan sets out to clear his name and get his credibility back.

While these roles weren’t a huge departure from anything Bullock or McCarthy have done before, they own their characters and don’t disappoint.

Mara and Law give stellar performances. The plot in this film will keep you on the edge of your seat as you try to figure out who’s deceiving who.

Friends With Kids (3 out of 5 reels) Streaming on Netflix now I took this dramedy in with my best friend who is also a new mom. Despite our very different stages in life, we both found ourselves laughing out loud and looking at each other as we related to the characters in the story.

Jason (Adam Scott) and Julie (Jennifer Westfeldt) are the last two in their circle of friends that are still single and childless. As they continue to go to gatherings with their family oriented friends, they get lectures on how they can’t understand because they aren’t married with children.

This gets to Julie who proposes a solution to Jason; what if they keep their platonic relationship but have a child together so that they don’t have to continue living in fear that they’ll be too old by the time they find their soul mates.

As you can probably guess, feelings surface despite Jason and Julie’s best efforts and the two struggle to figure out how to be the perfect parents they thought they would be, while coming to terms with their feelings for each other.

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Seafood Spectacular

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Crab Cakes 4 pounds crabmeat

Peppered Shrimp Alfredo

1 egg

12 ounces penne pasta

1 tablespoon lemon zest

1/4 cup butter

1/8 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped

1 onion, diced

2 cloves garlic finely minced

2 cloves garlic, minced

Considering the summer season truly is synonymous with the beach, it can be expected that seafood is often the cuisine of choice. From crab cakes to ceviche, fresh seafood is a delicious and nutritious way to add some variety to dinner. As the lazy days of summer come to a close, Forsyth Woman decided to offer up the absolute best—yet easy to make—seafood recipes.

What are you waiting for? Dive in!

Georgia-Style Low Country Broil 1 tablespoon seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay), or to taste

1 cup saltine crackers, crushed

1 red bell pepper, diced

5 pounds new potatoes

1 cup light mayonnaise

1/2 pound Portobello mushrooms, diced

3 (16 ounce) packages cooked kielbasa sausage, cut into 1 inch pieces

4 tablespoons vegetable oil Directions 1. In a large mixing bowl, combine crabmeat, 1 egg, lemon zest, Old Bay Seasoning, chopped basil, minced garlic, crushed crackers and mayonnaise.

Mix thoroughly.

2. Form 5 ounce patties out of the crab mixture (should make about 16 patties), and chill until cold before cooking.

3. In a skillet, heat 4 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Sauté the crab cakes for 4 minutes on each side or until golden brown.

Herb Baked Shrimp 1 pound large, deveined shrimp 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped 3 tablespoons dry white wine ¼ cup softened butter 2 tablespoons chopped parley 1 tablespoon chopped oregano Sea salt Fresh ground pepper Directions 1. Heat oven to 425 degrees. In a baking dish combine shrimp, garlic, white wine, ½ teaspoon sea salt, ¼ teaspoon fresh ground pepper.

2. In a small bowl combine the butter and herbs.

3. Sprinkle butter/herb mixture over the shrimp and bake for 15-18 minutes or until shrimp are opaque throughout.

1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

8 ears fresh corn, husks and silks removed

1 (15 ounce) jar Alfredo sauce (can use light version to cut down calories)

5 pounds whole crab, broken into pieces

1/2 cup grated Romano cheese

4 pounds fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined

1/2 cup cream 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or more to taste Salt and pepper to taste 1/4 cup chopped parsley Directions 1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.

2. Meanwhile, melt butter together with the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in onion, and cook until softened and translucent, about 2 minutes.

Stir in garlic, red pepper, and mushrooms; cook over medium-high heat until soft, about 2 minutes more.

3. Stir in the shrimp, and cook until firm and pink, then pour in Alfredo sauce, Romano cheese, and cream; bring to a simmer stirring constantly until thickened, about 5 minutes.

Season with cayenne, salt, and pepper to taste. Stir drained pasta into the sauce, and serve with chopped parsley.

Original recipe makes 6 servings

Directions 1. Heat a large pot of water over an outdoor cooker, or mediumhigh heat indoors. Add Old Bay seasoning to taste, and bring to a boil. Add potatoes, and sausage, and cook for about 10 minutes. Add the corn and crab; cook for another 5 minutes, then add the shrimp when everything else is almost done, and cook for another 3 or 4 minutes.

2. Drain off the water and pour the contents out onto a picnic table covered with newspaper.

Grab a plate, refresh your beer and enjoy!

Classic Ceviche 1 pound bay scallops 8 limes, juiced 2 tomatoes, diced 5 green onions, minced 2 stalks celery, sliced 1/2 green bell pepper, minced 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley Freshly ground black pepper 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil 1/8 cup chopped fresh cilantro Directions 1. Rinse scallops and place in a medium sized bowl. Pour lime juice over the scallops. The scallops should be completely immersed in the lime juice. Chill the lime juice and scallops all day or overnight until scallops are opaque (you cannot see through them).

2. Empty 1/2 of the lime juice from the bowl. Add tomatoes, green onions, celery, green bell pepper, parsley, black pepper, olive oil, and cilantro to the scallop mixture. Stir gently. Serve this dish in fancy glasses with a slice of lime hanging over the rim for effect.

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By Denise Heidel

R

ecently, my husband was out running errands when I decided to rearrange my office. Actually, we had discussed this matter the day before and he thought we should leave it alone. Translation: “I don’t want to move the furniture around while you change your mind 50 times.” But, I figured as long as he didn’t have to do anything, what difference did it make?

He pulled into the driveway five minutes after I had just put the finishing touches on my newly arranged office. With a Cheshire Cat grin, I welcomed him home. When he saw what I’d done, he rolled his eyes and asked if I had hurt myself, broken anything, scratched the paint, or scuffed the floors. “Give me some credit,” I responded with incredulity (though in truth, I had scuffed the paint a little, but the chair covers it).

My husband is facing the same debacle my grandfather faced with my grandmother. A housewife, with a love for decorating, it wasn’t uncommon for him to come home to find that the master bedroom had been switched with

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the guest room, the smell of fresh paint coming from the bathroom, or in one instance, his favorite chair moved (which he only learned after he found himself in the floor).

What can I say? I get it honestly.

Most women I know love to decorate their homes. We’re always looking for some way to pretty up our environment and make it reflective of our personal style. And we all know that a determined woman is going to get her way!

And there are so many fantastic ideas out there now, and thanks to Pinterest, inspiration knows no limits! Whether it’s just a new coat of paint, a new light fixture, repurposing an old entertainment center, or styling up a room with some cool new curtains, it’s easier now than ever to truly customize your space.

So fellas, my advice is to sit back and let her drive! If you aren’t willing to get out your paintbrush and help, then either let her go for it on her own, or offer to hire a professional to help (chances are great that they may even have some great costsaving ideas!) Forsyth Woman is home to so many great resources

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once said, “The purpose of art is washing the dust of daily life off our souls.” And with the announcement of this year’s ARTSfest, the Triad is reverberating with excitement and anticipation of this exceptional and matchless event.

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The Historic West End ARTSfest has become a staple of the Winston-Salem art scene and one of the jewels in the artful crown of North Carolina. For one day, our downtown is a magical destination for arts enthusiasts, collectors and those who wish to escape into a world where beauty and creativity abound.

This year’s event celebrates the 6th biennial birthday of bringing some of the most talented and matchless fine artists and crafters to one place for one day. Held in charming Grace Court, thousands of art enthusiasts from all over NC will visit this festival that began in 2003 as the brainchild of Kathy Stanley and Kathleen Ramich. What started out as a small event to showcase our local talent has now become a major enterprise. Artists from all over NC and beyond compete for a coveted spot at ARTSfest, deemed in past years to be some of the exhibiting artists’ most successful shows.

Organizing an outdoor arts festival can be a daunting task.

From the logistics of turning a park into10x10 booth spaces that are suitable for the artists, to checking hourly weather reports, you can definitely run into obstacles. Add to that checking to make sure the grass will be mowed, the fountains are working, the electricity is on and everything is working properly the day of the event makes it a labor of love for Kathy Stanley. As the Director of this year’s ARTSfest, Kathy is rolling up her sleeves and pushing forward, full steam ahead.

Kathy notes, "I cannot believe that this is the 10th year since ARTSfest originally was conceived. It has been quite an insightful journey getting to know just what it takes to make an event like this happen, to make it look effortless. Like Brigadoon, it just magically appears every other year."

Adding to the arts will be an impressive line-up of music and performances from some of our city’s talent who will entertain all day in the gazebo. There will be food vendors and a children’s art activity area where they can make their own art to take home. Door prizes donated by the artists and local businesses are given throughout the day as well.

Asked how this year’s event will be different, Stanley commented, "I really think this year’s event is going to

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Veronica Bennett , an exhibiting artist notes, “ ARTSfest offers the opportunity to see an artist’s full body of work.

It is an opportunity for folks in the Triad to talk with the artists about their processes and the inspiration that led to the creation of the works of art they put in their homes.”

This year’s cover artist, Courtney Tomchik, comments, “I feel so humbled to have been selected as this years cover artist. “Spirit of the Heart” is a personal favorite of mine.

I love hearts and what the heart represents. The exposure of being the cover artist will be the first for having my work seen around the area in which I live now. An acknowledgement of one’s work so publicly is a true pat on the back that you are doing what you are meant to do in life. Thank you for giving me a pat on the back and reminding me why I do what I love.”

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Karen is grateful that she is living her passion and her assignment from God. Karen is a member of United Metropolitan Baptist Church, Winston-Salem Writers, BMI, Songwriters of Washington, Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators, Children’s Media Association, Licensing Industry Merchandising Association and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

Junior League of W-S Announces New Board of Directors The Junior League of Winston-Salem proudly announces its 2013-2014 Board of Directors. President Teresa Inman will lead both the Board and the organization’s membership as it continues its legacy of promoting voluntarism and developing the leadership potential of women, while working to positively impact the greater Winston-Salem community. During the 2013-2014 year, the Junior League of Winston-Salem will continue its community focused volunteer and fundraising work including holding the 4th annual Boutique holiday shopping event, the 9th annual Tour of Fine Spaces and the 60th, and final, Rummage Sale. Of the year ahead President Inman said, “The JLWS has planned a strong year for the community and for the organization. This year begins a two year community partner cycle within the JLWS, thus we are excited to build and solidify our relationships with our partner agencies and to commence work on the service opportunities they bring to our membership. In addition, we plan to prominently honor our Rummage Sale tradition, as we celebrate the final event in April 2014. Internally, we will be affirming and growing our membership while planning new programs to benefit the Winston-Salem community in the immediate and distant future.” All women who are committed to leadership, voluntarism and working to improve this community are encouraged to consider joining the Junior League of Winston-Salem.

The 2013-2014 Junior League of Winston-Salem Board of Directors: President - Teresa Inman

Finance Assistant Vice-President- Melissa O’Buch

President Elect- Christine Storch

Membership Vice-President- Kelly Meachum

Administrative Vice-President- Wesley Suttle

Membership Assistant Vice-President- Katie Neal

Communications Vice-President- Erin Kennedy

Strategic Planning Officer- Elizabeth Dampier

Communications Assistant Vice-President- Heather Hubbard

Volunteer Development Chair- Carrie Ross

Community Vice-President- Anna Ball Hodge

Nominating Chair- Amine Seifert

Community Assistant Vice-President- Yvette Boland

Sustaining Advisor- Allison Reaves

Finance Vice-President- Stephanie Moser

Member-at-Large- Grace Neal

About the Junior League of Winston-Salem The Junior League of Winston-Salem, Inc. is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable. With approximately 1,000 members, the Junior League of Winston-Salem has helped to inspire and establish vital WinstonSalem-based community organizations and events, including the Arts Council, Children's Museum of Winston-Salem, Ronald McDonald House, SciWorks, Komen North Carolina Triad Race for the Cure, READ TO ME and BOOKMARKS Festivals. Visit the Junior League of Winston-Salem website, www.jlws.org for more information.

Been There – Pinned That!

By Lindsay Craven

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f you haven’t discovered the magic that is Pintrest, then you are missing out on the most time consuming, yet inspiring, website around. The magical world of Pintrest gives you a way to search and catalogue ideas for recipes, homemade gifts, neat ideas for the home, and more.

This column will explore some Pintrest ideas and show you how you can make some simple Pintrest projects at home in about a day.

PROJECT ONE: JEWELRY HOLDER

PROJECT TWO: FABRIC WALL ART

This project was a necessity for me.

I’m a jewelry collector and my collection outgrew my storage space.

This pin allowed me to make a fairly large jewelry holder for under $20.

This project was a chance for me to make some much needed wall art for my upcoming move and, at only $15, it was cheaper than buying premade canvas wall art. It was a fairly simple project with the biggest hurdle being the decision of what I wanted it to say.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED: Find a picture frame or something similar that you can remove the back from. I found mine at the Habitat for Humanity Restore in WinstonSalem for $5. For the backing to the holder, I chose to go with burlap to give it a more rustic look but you can also use chicken wire. I also grabbed some knobs made for cabinets or drawers so I could hang my necklaces. Finally you’ll need a staple gun and some epoxy.

FROM PIN TO REALITY:

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First you’ll need to attach the material of your choice to the back of your frame. This will require a staple gun or some heavy-duty fabric glue. I recommend the staple gun because it’s easier to keep the material taut as you attach it.

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Next you’ll need to trim the excess material from the edges of the frame. Since I used burlap on my frame I kept a little frayed around the outside edges of the frame because I liked the look of it.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED: Any size canvas you choose. You’ll also need to venture over to the fabric department and find a unique print to serve as the background for your piece. You’ll also need contact paper, which is otherwise known as shelf liner. You’ll find this in the kitchen section of the store. Make sure you get the adhesive kind. Finally you’ll need spray paint in a color of your choice. You’ll need the staple gun for this project as well.

FROM PIN TO REALITY:

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First, you’re going to attach the material you purchased to the canvas. Make sure you stretch it tightly and fold the edges of the fabric at the corners like you would wrap a Christmas present so that it lays flat.

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Trim any excess fabric from the back of your canvas.

Next is the hard part – choose what you want your art to say.

Once you’ve decided, you’ll need to trace it onto the contact paper with a stencil. Then cut the letters out.

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Place your quote or phrase on the board and get your alignment just right. Now it’s time to break out the spray paint. Coat the canvas completely, making sure to the get all the sides. This may take two attempts depending on your color selection.

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Both of these projects were easily done in a day and were relatively inexpensive. They could be even more affordable if you have most of the items on hand. Check back next month for some great DIY jewelry for summer!

Now it’s time to attach the knobs to the front of the frame. I used epoxy glue because the knobs I picked up at Restore were very heavy and not much else would hold them in place.

Finally, you can add some paint to your frame or hang it on your wall and just add jewelry!

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Once the paint is dry just peel the letters off your canvas, revealing the fabric beneath.

You’re all set to hang it on the wall!

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amie Carroll grew up in Wilkes County, ridin’ Harleys with his grandfather. He was hooked by age 15 with his first Honda dirt bike and after some trial and error (falling off and getting back on), he has been riding ever since. Recently he found his soul mate of bikes in a 2006 Harley Softail Deluxe and his other soul mate, his wife, was on board…literally. The bike they found while joy riding was from Crossroads Harley in Wilkes County. It was just meant to be.

Music was also meant for Jamie. He’s been a local favorite for many years, playing in small to large venues with his own brand of soulful, musical storytelling. My favorite venue to hear Jamie is The Li’l Briar Patch, but he can be found all over the Triad.

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song just for your special day. Take that concept a bit further and you can have the PERFECT gift for a special birthday, anniversary or any occasion. Jamie can write your special story into lyrics and set them to music in a professional recording. He provides the lyrics, a CD, and a framed memento of the personal song he wrote just for you! It’s a really cool idea.

Jamie’s music ranges from classic rock influenced by Bob Segar, Bon Jovi, U2 and others to the soulful, soft side of John Mayer. He is inspired by local musicians Jerry Chapman and Owen Poteat; local guitar maker Gray Burchette; musician Bill Mallonee of Athens, GA; and country musician Darrell Scott. He has recorded an album through a Nashville producer as well as his own demo album and 12 other independent albums, but is most grateful for the gigs he does in the Winston-Salem area. His songwriting translates into beautiful music by touching

on his own experiences, and by relaying stories of his experiences and those of the people he crosses paths with.

He is touched by grace and forgiveness which drives many themes in his songwriting, not to mention his talent. Jamie’s music is currently sponsored by Clemmons Motorcycles, who do all his custom work and repairs, and his website is: www.jamiecarrollmusic.com.

His music is available on iTunes, Amazon, Spotify and www.jamiecarollmusic.band camp.com.

Jamie is married to Jamie Lynn Carroll, a professional photographer, and has two sons, ages 10 and 13. They live in Winston-Salem.

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Congratulations to Jordan and Garrett Holcomb on their recent graduations! Jordan (pictured left) just graduated from Appalachian State with Magna Cum Laude honors in Building Science with a concentration in Architectural Technology Design. Garrett (pictured right) graduated from Forbush HIgh School and has enlisted in the US Army. Garrett also recently earned his Eagle Scout ranking, making the Holcombs a family of two Eagle Scouts! Lots to be proud of in the Holcomb household!

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n February, the American Heart Association’s Go Red For Women program and local Go Red Sponsor Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center recognized five phenomenal local women who would represent Go Red For Women in Forsyth County.

Paula Hinkle, Jan Smith, Sonja Wallace, Julie Taylor and Robin Brickey are the “Fabulous Five,” as they have come to be known. These women are local heart disease survivors, heart attack survivors or have made lifestyle changes to prevent heart disease. They are sharing their stories and helping other women prevent heart disease in Forsyth County. Heart disease is the number one killer of women in the U.S., taking one in every three women from our lives. However, 80% of heart disease in women can be prevented.

Now, three of the “Fab Five” are taking on their first Tri! Jan, Sonja and Robin have formed a relay team and started training for the Ramblin’ Rose Women’s Only Triathlon in WinstonSalem on Sunday, August 18.

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By Sarah Fedele A 225 yard swim…

Jan Smith is working on her laps in the pool to train for her portion of the “Fab Tri for Go Red” Ramblin’ Rose Winston-Salem relay team.

This is not the hardest challenge she’s had to overcome. “Four years ago, I was over 200 lbs. and I decided to make some major lifestyle changes. When I reached my target weight of 135 lbs., I thought life would be a breeze,” smiles Jan. “Then, at 51 years old, I had a stroke due to a hole in my heart. Being a stroke and heart surgery survivor is not going to keep me from diving into life!”

An eight mile bike…

Sonja Wallace has her pedals in motion for the Go Red relay team in an effort to help other women prevent heart disease.

“The women in my family have a terrible history of heart disease. With the high blood pressure and high cholesterol in my genes, I almost felt like I was doomed to have something wrong with my heart,” shares Sonja. “I decided to ride in the other direction and not be a statistic. I am a personal trainer, group fitness and Zumba instructor. I am helping to prevent heart disease in my own future and now I work with my clients to make changes in their diets and exercise to make healthier changes for their hearts.”

A two mile run…

Robin Brickey is a two-time heart attack survivor. “I was one of those people that was doing everything wrong,” Robin laughs. “On the way to the Cath Lab, I told myself that if I don’t die, things will change. I was at my heaviest at 326 pounds and have lost 100 pounds since my heart attacks. I started out walking.

Then walked further. Then started running. Then I got addicted to putting one foot in front of the other.” Robin has now run two half marathons and will be lacing up her running shoes for the “Fab Tri for Go Red.”

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All of these women share amazing stories. Another amazing fact – of the 600 women expected to participate at the 6th Annual Ramblin’ Rose Winston-Salem Triathlon, 70% are usually first time triathletes. Decide to do the Ramblin’ Rose Triathlon yourself or grab one or two friends and form your own relay team. You can do it! Register today at www.ramblinroseevents.com.

The Ramblin’ Rose Winston-Salem Triathlon is one of six women’s only triathlons in the Carolinas and is produced by Endurance Magazine based out of Durham.

Winston-Salem Ramblin’ Rose is sponsored by Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center, Fleet Feet Sports, My Pilates Place, Hip Chics Boutique, and Dr. Tina Merhoff & Associates Pediatric Dentistry. Forsyth Woman Magazine, WXII-12 and 99.5 WMAG are proud media sponsors.

Go Red For Women and Gateway YWCA are beneficiaries of the Winston-Salem Ramblin’ Rose Triathlon.

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n the vein of the popular Iron Chef television series, the Got To Be NC Competition Dining Series wrapped up their Fire In the Triad competition on June 26, 2013. Bragging rights went to Chef John Bobby and his team from Noble’s Grille in Winston-Salem, NC. He won in a competitive battle against Chef Timothy Bocholis of The Bistro B & Wine Bar in Kernersville, NC. Sixteen chefs from the Triad, including Greensboro, Winston-Salem, Kernersville, Jamestown and Burlington, competed in the competition that began May 14, 2013.

Chef John Bobby and teammates Lucia Bobby and Sara Brown took home the trophy, a $2,000 check, a handmade chef knife by Ironman Forge in Charlotte, and the coveted red chef’s jacket worn only by Competition Dining finals winners. The $2,000 check was presented by Mac Sullivan, chief executive officer of Pate DawsonSouthern Foods, lead sponsor of the event, and Jimmy Crippen, host and founder of Competition Dining.

Fire In the Triad challenged the chefs to use two featured ingredients from Cheshire Pork by Heritage Farms in Seven Springs, NC. The chefs were required to use bacon and pork butt in each of their three courses for 140 diners. The chefs are not told what the featured ingredients will be until noon on the day they compete.

Chef John Bobby will now compete in November at Final Fire: Battle of the Champions against the Got To Be NC Competition Dining Champions from Asheville, Wilmington, Charlotte and the Triangle.

The Got To Be NC North Carolina Competition Dining Series, in its second year, is part of a larger movement. Because we are all chefs, farmers, or diners, our mission is to connect and celebrate this community through a dynamic, entertaining experience. Each statewide competition features 16 chefs and 15 single-elimination dinner battles judged by the public. Fire In the Triad is part of the Got To Be NC Competition Dining Series.

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SciWorks, 400 W. Hanes Mill Road in W-S. Adopt a Monarch which you or a loved one will release on Sept. 22nd to begin its migration! Your butterfly will be tagged with a unique research number, and you'll get an adoption certificate. Cost: $25/butterfly. 714.7109

10am-12pm, BB&T Soccer Park, 5765 US Highway 158 in Advance. Come join us for a morning of fun at our indoor facility. Many fun soccer games and relays including skills you can teach your preschooler! Ask the professionals about the many benefits of getting your child involved in soccer! As always, each adult receives four tickets for our fabulous prize board drawings and an extra ticket for each non-perishable food item you bring for the Second Harvest Food Bank!

AUGUST 3 2ND ANNUAL ZUMBATHON® DAVIDSON COUNTY RELAY FOR LIFE 10am-12:30pm, Oak Forest United Methodist Church/Family Center Gym, 11461 Old US 52 Hwy. Join us to raise money for Davidson County Relay for Life (American Cancer Society) as we provide Zumba Fitness, door prizes, raffles, refreshments and more. Cost: $5. 306.8081

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AUGUST 9 FAMILY FRIDAY NIGHT AT SCIWORKS 4-8pm, SciWorks, 400 W. Hanes Mill Road in WS. Join us for a summer tradition, and bring a picnic! Enjoy the museum, outdoor parks and planetarium for only $3/person. SciWorks members get in free. 714.7109. Cost of Event: $3/person (Under 4 and SciWorks Members FREE)

AUGUST 9-10 STARBOUND 7-9pm (9th); 2-4pm & 7-9pm (10th), Willingham Theatre, 226 East Main Street in Yadkinville. Cost: $5/students & $10/adults.

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Responsible adults more than 21 years of age, single or married, may apply. Training classes begin in September. 721.7691 Are reservations required:

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GIRLS' NIGHT OUT 5 pm…until! 2520 Tavern, 2520 Lewisville Clemmons Road in Clemmons. Grab a friend, neighbor, co-worker, mother, sister, SOMEBODY and have a much need Girls’ Night Out. Enjoy select half price appetizers and a GNO drink special! Also, register for TONS of prizes and giveaways and receive an extra ticket for every school supply item you bring for the Educator Warehouse! Sponsored by 2520 Tavern, Forsyth Woman and Forsyth Woman Engaged! See you there!

AUGUST 17 THE GATEWAY FAMILY 5K AND FUN RUN 9-11am, YWCA Gateway Fitness Center. A 5K and fun run for the whole family on Salem Creek's trail route, followed by food, music and family activities! Cost varies. 354.1589

AUGUST 17-SEPTEMBER 2 BUTTERFLY VIVARIUM AT SCIWORKS 10am-5pm, SciWorks, 400 W. Hanes Mill Road in W-S. As part of our Adopt-a-Butterfly event, we're installing a temporary butterfly vivarium! All-aFlutter Butterfly Farm will provide a variety of species, and you can go inside for an up-close look and some great photo opportunities! Included with museum admission. 714.7109

AUGUST 21 HEIRLOOM FLOWERS IN THE MODERN GARDEN

3:30-5pm, Sunrise Yoga Studio. Restorative yoga uses a series of easy, supported poses held for a long time under the right conditions (including the use of many props) to tip the balance from “fight or flight” mode into maximal relaxation. 778.1233

11am-12pm, Arboretum Office at Tanglewood Park, behind the Manor House. David Bare, Horticulturist with Reynolda Gardens and W-S Journal garden columnist, will discuss how we have changed heirlooms to fit a more modern concept of how a landscape 'should' be. 703.2850

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6:30-8:30pm, Parkway Presbyterian Church, 1000 Yorkshire Road in W-S. The Guild will host an old fashioned Quilt Bee. Quilt with friends and make new friends for a relaxing evening of working on shared or individual projects. 724.9509

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NEWCOMERS & NEIGHBORS OF GREATER WINSTON-SALEM 10am. Trinity Presbyterian Church, 1416 Bolton Street. Monthly interest groups include Book Group, Lunch Bunch, Bridge, Day/Evening Card Groups, Crafts, Dinner and Wine Groups. 245-8406.

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10am-4:30pm, Museum of Anthropology, Wake Forest University. This exhibit features 27 black-and-white photographs of Maya people, traditional craft activities, archaeological sites and colonial constructions taken in Guatemala during the 1960s. Weavings and other items collected by Dr. Huber at the time are also on display. 758-5282

NOW THROUGH OCTOBER 26 EXHIBIT: CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF THE MUSEUM OF ANTHROPOLOGY 10am-4:30pm, Museum of Anthropology, Wake Forest University. As the MOA commemorates its 50th year, this studentcurated retrospective exhibit showcases the museum’s history through a detailed timeline featuring photographs from the institutional archives and artifacts from around the world.

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NOW THROUGH DECEMBER 13 EXHIBIT: CHINESE CERAMICS FROM THE CHANGSHA KILNS 10am-4:30pm. MOA’s new permanent exhibit provides an overview of the ceramics produced by families at the Changsha Kilns during the Tang Dynasty more than one thousand years ago. The exhibit features more than 100 spectacular ceramic objects from the MOA’s Lam Collection. 758.5282.

DAILY METABOLIC EFFECT GROUP WORKOUTS 9:30-10am, MWF: Tanglewood shelter #4 & T/Th: Lewisville Square. 30-minute fat-burning workouts with weights! Bring a mat, a friend and your kids, so they can play on the playground! Change your body fast! Cost: $10/session.

SUNDAYS FITPRAISE 2:30pm, Women's Wellness & Fitness Center in W-S. Workout to contemporary Christian music with devotion and prayer! Designed for women of all ages and fitness levels.

Participation is FREE and open to members and non-members. Call 760.0030 for more information.

6:30-7:30pm, Women's Wellness Fitness Center, 690 Jonestown Road. Hula hoop cardio class for women and girls ages nine and up. Enjoy hooping with weighted hoops, high and low impact cardio, yoga/pilates type stretching and more. Burn hundreds of calories in an hour. Hoops provided and available for purchase. Beginners welcome! Cost: $10/class; $35/month. 414.5316.

FRIDAYS REYNOLDA VILLAGE FARMERS MARKET 8-11:30am, Reynolda Village. Vendor-produced farmers market includes crafts, produce, flowers, meat, eggs, honey, goat cheese, wine tasting, peanuts, breads and much more. 414.1026

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FUTURE OCTOBER 20 BRIDAL SHOW AT THE BB&T BALLPARK BB&T Ballpark, 951 Ballpark Way. Meet great wedding vendors who can help you plan your dream wedding. Admission for two is $24 at the door.

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NOVEMBER 2 FALL CONSIGNMENT SHOP HOP Join us for the 6th Consignment Shop Hop. Registration includes transportation on a luxury coach to 10 great consignment stores. Lunch is included. Space is limited. Cost: $25/person.

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1. How did you become an artist? Was it a calling?

“I guess art was a calling for me. I’ve always loved art and creating since I was a child. I can’t really say I had a plan to be an artist – things just seemed to evolve for me. I graduated high school with the School of the Arts, then worked in a few different jobs, but always came back to the creative process. In 1996, I started creating art as a living, and haven’t looked back.”

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2. What type of advice do you give young women pursuing a career in art?

“My best advice is to just do it. Sometimes a career in art can be hard, but if it is your passion, you will find a way. Gordon and I are not millionaires but we love what we do and we make a living at it. Don’t let anyone else talk you out of your passion.

Find a way to do it.”

3. What is your greatest obstacle as an artist?

“As an artist, you are always creating and sometimes that creation process can monopolize your time. My greatest obstacle is finding a balance between by art, my family, my business. I just became a grandmother recently and spending time with my granddaughter is very important to me.”

4. What sets you apart from other artists?

“I think one thing that sets me apart is that I am prolific – that helps me not become too attached to my work. I can sell it and let it go, rather than getting caught up in the ultimate masterpiece. Being prolific also allows me to create items for the store at reasonable prices. I love that anyone can come into the store and walk out with a piece of art, from small soaps to some of our larger stained glass pieces.”

5. Where would you like to see women in art in five years?

“I’d love to see women making careers out of art. Recently, my daughter in law started creating jewelry we sell in the shop, and I think it’s great that she can stay home with my granddaughter and still work for a living. I’d love to see women have more opportunity to do this.”

6. How will you define your legacy?

“I see my legacy in my granddaughter. I hope that I can boost her creativity by exposing her to art and nature. We had her down at a Gallery Hop this summer and I loved watching her enthusiasm at the different types of art, the music and the people. I’d like people to say that I was an artist and a nature lover with a passion for both.”

7. If you could nominate one woman for President, who would it be?

“I’d nominate Mary Jamis, with MCreative, who is a great supporter of the arts. We could use a president that is passionate, educated, and works hard to help women.”

8. Finally, what is your guilty pleasure?

“Only one? I guess my biggest guilty pleasure is trash TV. I can get lost on the Bravo Network, it’s just a great way to turn off the brain and relax. I just have to watch that I don’t relax TOO much.”

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Lucy Duncan Kelly Melang always gets the last word with the women of Winston!

During the heat of summer, The Last Word was able to catch up with a cool artist, Lucy Duncan of Earthbound Arts located on Trade Street in the Arts District. A potter, stained glass, herbal and copper artist, Lucy’s work has become a staple of the district since opening her shop with her husband, Gordon Jones, in 2000. Lucy was taking a break at the store when we sat down to talk with her.

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