Forsyth Woman - October 2015

October 2015

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FROM THIS SIDE - October 2015 October is a month dedicated to breast cancer awareness. This topic is, and will remain, an important one to me as both my mom and I are breast cancer survivors.

This issue of Forsyth Woman is full of information about breast health, as well as upcoming breast cancer awareness fundraisers and events.

For instance, the 5th Annual Zumbathon will take place on October 16th at Village Inn Event Center. Our cover story advertiser, Style Encore, is hosting a Ladies’ Night Out fundraiser for breast cancer on October 22nd, in partnership with WFBH Outpatient Imaging and 3P. Finally, Inner Strength Pilates is hosting “Pilates & Plank for Pink” on October 30th!

We hope you’ll read articles such as “New Prevention and Wellness Clinic Helps Women Manage Their Breast Cancer Risks” on page 48 and learn about 3D Mammograms on page 58!

Lastly, my own mother is profiled in Kelly Melang’s “The Last Word” this month. As the ultimate fighter and my biggest cheerleader, Mom’s courage through her fight encouraged me through my own. Eight years later, I’m cancer free and I have so many people to thank for their support during my own treatment. There will never be enough thank you’s!

According to updated statistics on BreastCancer.org, breast cancer affects 1 in 8 women. Early detection is key. Next to lung cancer, breast cancer is the cancer that kills more women than any other type. And one should never assume that breast cancer risk is hereditary. While it certainly has an impact, studies show that 85% of breast cancer patients have no family history of it.

The pink ribbons are great, but be sure you’re taking care of your breasts.

Do your self-checks and if you’re over 40, get a mammogram.

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What is ocular hypertension? It is when your eye pressures are higher than normal. Left untreated, high eye pressure can cause glaucoma and permanent vision loss in some individuals. The Ocular Hypertension Treatment Study (OHTS) showed that 4.5 to 9.4 percent of Americans over the age of 40 have high eye pressure and this increases their risk for developing glaucoma. Therefore, you can have ocular hypertension and not develop glaucoma.

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3. Medications – steroid medications used to treat asthma and other medical conditions have been shown to increase eye pressure.

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 (for example, pigment dispersion syndrome).

6. Age, race, and family history can also increase your risk of having this condition. African Americans are at an eight times higher risk of 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 if you do. There are no outward signs such as eye pain or red eyes. Thus, it is important to have your eye pressure checked on a regular basis during an eye exam.

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Pilates & Plank for Pink

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“The idea for the Pilates & Plank Challenge began as a joke between some of our more competitive clients,” said Tiffany Robinson, Pilates instructor at Inner Strength Pilates. “There was a lot of talk about who could hold a plank the longest. The Inner Strength Pilates' record is currently five minutes in a forearm plank, held by one of our instructors, Noelle Tyner.

The current world record is five hours and 15 minutes in a forearm plank! We didn't think anyone would want to shoot for five hours, but building up to five minutes over 30 days seemed like an attainable goal. Since we usually do some fundraising to bring awareness to breast cancer in the month of October, we thought we would pair a fun challenge with a great cause, and that is how Pilates & Planking for Pink came to be!”

So, why is planking so challenging? The plank is a very effective exercise because it challenges the body in strength and in stability,” said Robinson. “Executing a proper plank requires the use of all the muscles in the core, as well as the upper and lower body, so it is a total body exercise!

The results of consistently working on a plank position will be more definition through the shoulders and arms and a flattening of the abdominal wall, as well as a narrowing of the waistline. Another great thing about the plank is that it can be done almost anywhere without the use of equipment. There are so many ways to modify a plank position that virtually anyone of any age can do it. The key to success is to listen to your body, start small and progress as your strength increases. As far as those who have issues, we are able to modify the plank so that it is safe and effective!”

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The goal of the challenge is to raise money for a very worthy cause while helping people build strength in a safe way. “We would like readers to know that while the Pilates & Plank for Pink Challenge is a fun way to build strength, it's really about helping women who are battling breast cancer,” said Robinson. “This year, we are raising funds for Triad Pink Heals, a local non-profit organization that raises awareness and funds for families and entities that assist women battling cancer right here in our community. Pink Heals is run by a volunteer staff that carries love and support all around the Triad in its pink fire truck called SOFIE. For more information on Triad Pink Heals, go to the website at triadpinkheals.org. We are looking forward to visits throughout the month from the Pink Heals crew! SOFIE and her crew of pink clad fire fighters will be making an appearance at our official Plank Challenge on October 30th. The winner will receive a fabulous free facial from our amazing esthetician, Giselle!”

In order to raise money, Inner Strength Pilates will offer a buy-in option for those who choose to officially be part of the challenge. “We have buy-in options in our online store where client donations will go 100% to Triad Pink Heals,” said Robinson.

“The buy in for the 30-day plank challenge is $40.

However, any donation amount, given at any point in the month of October, will be given to Pink Heals. To join the challenge, just visit our site, come by the studio or give us a call! The challenge will start on October 1st, and each day's plank pose will be posted to Facebook and Instagram. We will also work the day’s plank challenge into the classes here at the studio. Free weekly classes will be offered to anyone taking part in the challenge’s 45minute plank builder mat class.

The event will culminate on the evening of Friday, October 30th with a gathering here at Inner Strength Pilates and that is when we will hold our five-minute plank off.”

Inner Strength Pilates is located at 4983 Martin View Lane in the Harper Hill Commons shopping center in Winston-Salem. For more information, visit the website at InnerStrengthPilatesNC.com, email Amy at Amy@InnerStrengthPilatesNC.com or call 336.813.5320.

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Attention Forsyth Women: Airport Authority is Working for You

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re jobs important to Forsyth women? Let’s look at the numbers. According to a report released by the Women’s Fund of Winston-Salem in 2010, more than 60 percent of working age women in Forsyth County participates in the work force.

Jobs are indeed very important to a majority of Forsyth women. Jobs are also important to the leadership at Piedmont Triad International Airport.

When most people think of the airport, they think about passenger service. That’s understandable. Passenger service is an important aspect of the mission at PTI. They want to provide the best possible passenger experience – to be the best, most convenient, most courteous, quickest and easiest to use airport anywhere.

But that’s not the airport’s only mission. The airport’s second, perhaps equally important, mission is to generate jobs. Airport leadership and staff work hard on that objective every day. And, in recent years, the work has begun to pay off. Generating jobs is particularly important in the Triad market which includes Forsyth County.

According to the 2010 census data, household income in our area lags behind other markets in the southeast. Household income in the Richmond area, for example, is about $62,000. In Raleigh-Durham, it’s about $62,000 and in Charlotte it’s about $55,000.

Even in smaller markets such as Savannah and Charleston, household income tops $50,000. But in the Triad, household income averages less than $45,000. Airport leadership is acutely aware of this reality. Our community needs to create jobs, and most importantly, better paying jobs.

The region was fortunate 25 years ago when TIMCO, a global repair and maintenance operation, decided to open a headquarters at the airport. TIMCO, recently acquired by HAECO, now employs more than 1,500 people in our area and has plans to add another 400 jobs in the near future. These are good-paying jobs with a good future. In fact, one of the challenges at the airport is to find workers with the skills to fill these jobs.

Ten years after TIMCO arrived at the airport, FedEx announced that the company would locate a mid-Atlantic hub at the airport. In 2009, that hub opened. That hub has generated jobs, but more importantly, it has generated spin-off industry, including the location of the Honda Aircraft Company world headquarters at PTI. Honda, which began as an unproven concept in one of the fixed-based hangars, now covers a sprawling campus at the airport and employs more than 1,400 people in jobs with average salaries of $75,000 per year. An engine plant that supplies HondaJet has since located near Burlington. The HondaJet headquarters has helped put PTI on the economic development map.

There are other good tenants on the airport grounds, including a Cessna repair center and Landmark, our fixed-base operator. In fact, the airport’s 4,000-acre site is now the location for some 47 companies and agencies that employ more than 4,000 workers.

When you factor in spin-off jobs, like the HondaJet engine plant, the airport is responsible for creating more than 12,000 jobs in the region, according to a 2011 study commissioned by the airport.

During the past 10 years, the Piedmont Triad International Airport has attracted more than half a billion dollars in private investment from global companies that have chosen to locate new facilities at the airport or to expand existing facilities there. In fact, the airport has been so successful in winning new tenants that, in recent years, the airport ran the risk of running out of land where industry could locate. To address that issue, the Airport Authority is building a taxiway bridge across the new I-73 connector, which will join the airport with nearly 1,000 acres of land that the airport owns on the other side of the interstate. The airport has already had interest in that land from large employers.

When one of those employers decides on this location, they will want to move quickly.

In anticipation of a fast-track schedule, the airport has asked for and received the FAA’s initial blessing to move forward with hosting new, job-creating industry on that site.

Airport leadership expects the taxiway bridge to be completed in early 2016 which means that exciting prospects for new employment could be just around the corner.

The Airport Authority is committed to this plan because its members know from experience that this is how we can attract new jobs to the Triad. They are working hard to see the plan through because they know that good jobs are important to everyone, including the women of Forsyth County.

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Homestead Hills: All-Inclusive Living, Senior Style

By Martie Emory

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estled in a thoroughly peaceful setting with an inviting, resort-style clubhouse at its center, Homestead Hills is close to Winston-Salem’s lively downtown and a wide array of amenities, yet structured as its own community with nearly everything one could need just an easy stroll away. Known as an “active adult retirement community,” the name says it all. There’s no question residents feel a unique bond with each other, just as they did in their previous neighborhoods, and they can live independently for as long as possible with the stressful chores of home ownership a thing of the past. What now fills their schedules – in lieu of home maintenance issues – is time well spent with friends and family enjoying book clubs, bridge clubs, current events group discussions, singing groups, wine tastings and dinner parties. For seniors, this is all-inclusive living at its best.

With a good mix of Triad natives and out-of-state residents who have relocated here to be closer to family, Lifestyle Advisor Anne Letsky notes that the vibrant culture and convenience of first-class health care in Winston-Salem are big drawing cards. In August Homestead Hills celebrated the grand opening of a $6.7 million expansion that includes 33 new villa units to accompany the 62 units already currently in place. A mix of one, two and three bedroom units, the new phase offers full kitchens and full-size stainless steel appliances, individual washers and dryers in every unit, and stylish granite kitchen finishes.

“We are truly excited to open our new apartments, The Forsyth,” commented Executive Director Mark Kane. “Homestead Hills is built upon the core value of helping members live longer, healthier and happier lives through our diverse wellness and social programming. With the new 33-villa building we are able to extend that Weller Life® to more individuals.”

Besides the villa apartments, members who are able to live independently, but are ready to downsize and enjoy more freedom, can choose an existing cottage, expertly refurbished with decorator finishes (paint, carpet, etc.) so residents can add their personal style touches. They can also bring along their furniture and keepsakes from home – including their family pets!

Homestead Hills rounds out its services with assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care and rehabilitation and therapy when needed.

As seniors transition and embrace the mantra of living as fully as possible, the community is also equipped with healthy dining, exercise and lifestyle options – and health care services are always available at the full-service, on-site wellness center.

Additionally, a full-time wellness director offers personalized plans for each member of the community. As always, every activity and every scenario that residents encounter at Homestead Hills is handled with honor, dignity, trust and integrity.

The community hosts their Learn at Lunch programs monthly, which is the perfect way to become acquainted with the setting and way of life. It’s relaxed, welcoming and not a high-pressure sales experience. What you’ll learn most during a visit to Homestead Hills is that aging can be a wonderful, healthy transition!

Homestead Hills is located at 3250 Homestead Club Drive in Winston-Salem. Visit their website at homestead-hills.com or call 336-659-0708 for more information and to schedule a visit for yourself or a family member.

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By Stacy Leighton

emember when your family car had only two entertainment options? AM or FM? Oh, sure, some lucky folks had 8-track cassette players or kid brothers to taunt, but even then your options were limited. Not anymore! If you have access to a tablet, iPod, laptop or smartphone you can access literally thousands of informative and entertaining broadcasts anytime, anywhere and on virtually every topic! Check out podcasts – you’ll love having access to endless audio “infotainment.”

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So, what is a podcast? “A podcast is a form of digital media that consists of an episodic series of audio or digital radio, subscribed to and downloaded through web syndication or streamed online to a computer or mobile device.” (Wikipedia) It’s not new but has recently exploded into mainstream American culture. Initially introduced in the 1980s, “audio blogging” was marketed as an iPod download. Then in 2004, these iPod broadcasts became known as Podcasts. And they are no longer limited to Apple products.

Podcasts come in many flavors so there’s something for everyone. The main categories are: News, Comedy, Arts and Culture, Music, Brainy Stuff, Fiction, Sports and Technology.

These can be streamed to your devices or you can download a free app to your portable devices and save podcasts for listening at your leisure. This is the best option for long car rides or if you want to conserve your data usage.

With audio infotainment your hands are free to drive, garden, cook and more, all while keeping your mind engaged. Whether you need a distraction or simply need a brain break from your day to day, podcasts are a great escape. Some of our favorite podcasts include:

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How Stuff Works – Hosts Chuck and Josh deliver humor and thorough research on a variety of really interesting “stuff.” Categories include: Stuff You Should Know, Stuff You Missed in History Class, Brain Stuff, Stuff to Blow Your Mind and Stuff Mom Never Told You. Go to: shows.howstuffworks.com.

National Public Radio – NPR at its finest. With their user friendly podcast catalogue, NPR makes it easier to listen to your favorite shows, like: TED Radio Hour, Story Corps, Pop Culture Happy Hour, NPR Music, All Things Considered, Planet Money and more. Go to: npr.org/podcasts.

The Dave Ramsey Show – Who doesn’t need money advice? “The Dave Ramsey Show is about real life and how it revolves around money. He teaches you to manage and budget your money, get out of debt, build wealth, and live in financial peace.” Go to: daveramsey.com/show/radio.

Chalene Johnson – If motivation and inspiration are what you’re craving, check her out. “Chalene is a highly-sought-after motivational speaker that is adept at a variety of topics ranging from relationships, to life balance, to business management. She has a passion for helping others live fuller lives.” Go to: chalenejohnson.com/podcast.

Gastropod – “Food with a Side of Science & History and Humor.

Gastropod is a podcast about the science and history of all things gastronomical. A show about food, through the lens of science and history.” Go to: gastropod.com.

If mental stimulation is your kind of meditation, podcasts are for you.

Anytime and anywhere, podcasts will inform and entertain. We love them and I think you’ll like them, too!

GRAND REOPENING Nitsa’s

fresh new designers great new interior same amazing service

107 S. Stratford Rd. Winston-Salem

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Fresh Fashion, Exceptional Service

By Martie Emory

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verflowing with style, selection and a savvy awareness of what makes good fashion sense, Nitsa’s is a Triad shopping destination. Overseeing the store’s gradual redesign during the past nine months, Owner George Bambalis is excited for women to re-discover Nitsa’s with all of the great new lines in the store, as well as the new, more casual interior with its warm, barn wood accents. He’s dubbed it a “total mini-makeover” which was initiated simply to give customers one of the best, most relaxed and comfortable environments in which to shop, located right in the heart of Winston-Salem’s retail shopping district in the Stratford Village store.

Customers are already embracing the new focus – step through the awning-covered entrance and, after one glance, you’ll be drawn to the fashion-forward sportswear, such as Plenty by Tracy Reece; and the exceptional selection of accessories, day dresses and the cocktail and social occasion dresses in the new SocialLife section; or to the cosmetics department for a facial or makeover with Nitsa’s licensed, in-house esthetician. Of course, for that most special day of all, visit the Couture Bridal Salon upstairs. Add to that the unmistakable personal service and precise custom alterations, and it’s no secret what keeps Nitsa’s successful now and for the past 50 years. Success like this doesn’t happen by chance.

What started as Nitsa’s 4th Street Tailors and Alterations in 1964, (cozily situated over the family-owned Recreation Billiards and altering and custom-making clothing) Nitsa’s has been in its current location since 1995 – a second store opened in 2003 in Charlotte at Phillips Place. The elegant tan building with black awnings at Five Points on Stratford was once a residential home and has never been more welcoming or more vibrant than it is today.

“You know where you come from, and you know what’s important,” said George, who joined his mother, Nitsa, in 1987. Although she’s now retired, Nitsa can be found at the store on many a morning, inspecting every detail. Trained as a tailor in Greece 28 / ForsythWoman.com

before coming to the United States in the early 1950s, Nitsa has often been quoted as saying: “Fashion is one part style and three parts fit.”

Today, Nitsa’s finds itself perfectly poised to offer today’s discerning fashion consumer a carefully selected collection of lifestyle clothing which reflects their persona and enhances their shape.

Why is Nitsa’s so special? One reason is its incredible people.

“We have 23 employees in both stores,” said George. “Our people know what they're doing, and they do it well. Our seamstresses are amazing – one has been with us for more than 25 years.” There’s an obvious mutual respect, loyalty and admiration between the family and their employees.

That same loyalty and respect extends to their customers as well. When their younger customers began asking for fashion-forward lines at appealing price points, Nitsa’s worked diligently to achieve that. So now, to complement the new store design, you’ll find a bevy of current, contemporary looks along with the perfect scarves, belts and jewelry just a few steps away.

Just as important, Nitsa’s offers crossover

fashions for women who love contemporary design but want a more relaxed lifestyle fit. It’s definitely rare to find such a broad range of clothing in one store – that’s the unique aspect of the Nitsa’s experience.

“From ponchos to cocktail dresses, we offer women a great mix of products,” said George, who has always offered an extensive selection of merchandise. From the very beginning, he recognized the necessity of staying ahead of the trends to ensure that customers would find what they wanted.

Nitsa’s has been doing just that since 1994, with the guidance of the Doneger Group, New York’s premier fashion buying office and the industry’s buying office of record. Nitsa’s stores are always on trend with the newest looks from the fashion runways. Most recently, the buzz has been all about fabrication and textile technology (think everyday wear feeling more like your activewear with fabric that offers comfort, range of motion and fluidity all the while retaining its shape). George knows women will love Lysse, the casual/active line featured in Nitsa’s great-looking ad on page 27!

Step up to the top floor of Nitsa’s, and you’ll find yourself in the romantic world of couture bridal. Nitsa’s was the first store in the Carolinas to introduce Vera Wang Couture more than 20 years ago. Chris, George’s wife, oversees the bridal salons in both locations.

“We are committed to providing our brides not only the most exquisite gowns and the best fit and service available, but also the best overall experience possible for their dream day,” said Chris. Even though she works with brides in the Winston-Salem store, she works closely with the bridal staff in the Charlotte store which is geared exclusively toward social occasion, cocktail wear and couture wedding gowns.

Designer lines such as Amsale, Monique Lhuillier, Rivini, Romona Keveza and Pronovias (and others) are available to be viewed through private appointments or bridal designer trunk shows as well as semi-annual sample sales.

Nowhere is the personal touch more important than in bridal, and if you’re lucky enough to be a Nitsa’s bride, you’ll be working with some of the best, most experienced professionals in the industry – this is definitely not a massmerchant bridal store. The experience of shopping here is all about style, yes, but even more so about quality and service.

“We grew up serving people – that’s who we are,” said George, with a nod to humble beginnings that have grown into a business that defines integrity and maintains a close, accommodating relationship with its customers -- women who just happen to wear the most fabulous clothes!

Come experience Nitsa’s Apparel at 107 South Stratford Road in Winston-Salem, 336.725.1999. Hours are Monday through Friday 9:30am-6pm and Saturday 9:30am-5pm.

Visit the website at nitsas.com/fresh, and follow Nitsa’s on Facebook at www.facebook.com/NitsasApparel?fref=ts for updates on styles and events. Visit the Charlotte location at 6700 Fairview Road in Phillips Place, 704.940.1999.

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Welcome Home

By Meghan E.W. Corbett

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egardless of how long you have lived in the area, you likely are not familiar with all the options available to you for fantastic apartment living. Most people depend on word of mouth or simply drive around looking for buildings that look nice in a decent area of town, but there is so much more to picking the right place for you. Whether you have considered the stress-free possibility of living in an apartment before or not, Parr Investments will show you how luxurious apartment living can be!

“Forsyth County, and especially the Winston-Salem area, is home to many beautiful apartment communities,” said Rhonda Roth, president of Parr Investments. “We are proud to be the largest private apartment owner in Forsyth County. Our commitment and love for this area has resulted in us building eight beautiful communities that comprise of close to 1,800 apartment homes. Our management team strives every day to provide the best customer service for our residents.

We have weekly community events, such as Breakfast On The Go or Thankful Thursdays and one large event each month, such as tailgate

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parties for football and pool parties with live music and wonderful giveaways that help create a fun community to live in and show our appreciation for our residents.”

There are many benefits to apartment living aside from the added community fun offered by Parr Investments, such as ease of lifestyle. “I believe that consumers are drawn to the carefree lifestyle that apartments provide,” said Roth. “They also have access to many wonderful amenities such as beautiful pools, movie theaters, pet parks, business centers and state-of-the-art fitness centers. It allows them a resort lifestyle every day. I believe people love the idea of also not being tied down to a mortgage so that they have more freedom to make decisions if their lifestyles or job situations change. As a result of the many convenient and fun aspects of apartment living today, we have witnessed a swing towards apartment living for people, no matter where they fall in their lives. From the student who is working towards his or her career goal, all the way to the retired couple who wants to enjoy that carefree, relaxing lifestyle, we feel we can meet the needs of all people.”

Parr Investments is striving to meet the growing demand by continually looking for new ways to serve the people of Forsyth County. “There are two properties that we are completing Phase 2 of development,” said Roth. “We are beginning final construction of an additional 104

apartments at Clemmons Town Center apartments, off Lewisville Clemmons Road; and we are completing construction of 152 apartment units at Stafford Place Apartments, off of Stafford Village Boulevard, which is off Peters Creek Parkway. We are excited to be expanding these communities with an increased demand for apartments in these areas.

We have also begun construction of 224 apartments called Smith Crossing Apartments in Kernersville, off Union Cross road, with an estimated grand opening in the spring of 2016.”

Perhaps the greatest feature of a Parr Investment property is affordability for nearly every budget. “Since we have many communities in the area, we are able to offer a variety of options to fit our residents’ needs,” said Roth. “We offer one, two and three bedroom options at a range of prices from $589 up to $1,200. When we state ‘luxury’ in our advertising, those communities offer spacious open floor plans, upgraded kitchens and lighting, sunrooms or balconies and our many stateof-the-art amenities. In addition to the property aspects, we aim to provide red carpet customer service that allows our residents to feel taken care of in all their apartment home needs.”

For more information about Parr Investments and the properties currently available, visit the website at www.parrinvestments.com.

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Keeping It Real

By Dr. Debbie Lanier

The shaking got shakier as folks ridiculed our decision, openly mocking the brazen fiasco in the making. Friends and family thought we’d flipped our lids.

(Some days we agreed.) Nevertheless, a tiny group of adventurers put their credibility on the line for this seemingly futile mission. They believed in us and with us. Who leaves something solid to step into nothingness…just a few crazy people with a promise.

If I could talk to the “me” of earlier days, I’d share what my heart knows.

I’d tell her that even when our broken lives can’t fathom such a thing, some of our darkest moments give way to breathtaking breakthroughs. I’d promise her shattered self that some of the most debilitating seasons of our journey birth the most cherished and hallowed pieces of our story.

Twenty-five years later, I pause to ponder the power of His promise. When it’s all you’ve got, you realize it’s all you need. It’s really all you ever needed.

With nothing but a gnawing nudge from God that wouldn’t let go, we stepped off the ledge called “predictable” and ran smack dab into an adventure that continues to astound us.

PHOTO BY JAMIE CHRISTINA PHOTOGRAPHY

Nothing But a Promise Do you ever wish you could talk to the “you” of earlier days? What would you say? How would you prepare her?

There’s so much that can only be realized from this vantage point, isn’t there?

It was September 2, 1990. My world convulsed.

Everything that could be shaken seemed to tremble off its very foundation. My husband and I felt alone, so very alone.

Nine months earlier, on the day before Christmas, we laid our infant twins in the frozen ground. It never occurred to us, not even once, that giddy parents could walk away from a tiny grave with empty arms and a hole in the soul.

It takes my breath to consider the myriad of miracles wrapped within God’s promise. Because He extended Himself to a beaten down couple in the throes of despair, many hundreds of worshippers now call Hope Community Church home. Hope enthusiastically goes to the nations, and the nations affectionately come home to Hope. It’s a place that so beautifully reflects the world God loves.

My husband says, “You’ll meet many of your best friends just around the corner of daring.” And we did. In fact, we’re still meeting friends every time the doors of Hope swing wide open.

What’s shaking in your world? Perhaps you know what it’s like to stand in a restless place that reeks of hopelessness. Maybe you realize this season of your journey is ending yet you see no sure footing for the next landing. It’s terrifying!

You may have nothing but a promise, but this I know. If you cling tight to the promise, you’ll discover that the promise is clinging even tighter to you.

It’s all you need. It’s really all you ever needed…nothing but a promise!

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

The deaths of our son and daughter altered our perspective. It changed our course. Attempts to muddle through business as usual collapsed beneath the weight of this altering. Thus, the shaking continued.

We uttered goodbyes to folks we pastored in a small town for six years, then set out to birth a church in Winston-Salem on Sunday, September 2, 1990. No part of the decision seemed sane. We possessed no money, no building and no plan. We held nothing but a promise from God. What’s even more ridiculous, my husband and I ditched two salaries to embrace this endeavor with no hope of income on the horizon. Meanwhile, I carried a baby in my belly that would soon demand all kinds of nursery essentials. (Now, that’ll escalate stress levels.) We just kept holding tight to the only thing we owned…a promise.

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Dream Dinners 276 Towncenter Drive, Clemmons, NC 27012 • 336.766.0644 Times scheduled in advance.

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ne of my favorite meals of ALL TIME as Rosey was from this month’s location. I was so excited to review Dream Dinners again because I knew I was in for six nights of delicious meals in the comfort of my own home without having to go to the grocery store a single time. They do all the shopping for you, they create the recipes and they give you all the materials you’ll need to take it from freezer or refrigerator to oven or stovetop to table while all you have to do is follow a few simple directions.

Below are the six delectable dinners I chose from this month’s mouth-watering menu with descriptions provided by Dream Dinners as well as my own thoughts about each one. Hey, if Dream Dinners does everything else perfectly, I know they describe their creations perfectly as well – why mess with a good thing?

Mini Turkey Meatloaves with Bacon Ranch Green Beans – A great, healthy version of a comfort classic. Tender and juicy, these mini turkey meatloaves are topped with a delicious brown sugar and stone ground mustard glaze. Paired with our bacon ranch green beans.

– I love the concept of turkey meatloaves…I grew up with beef meatloaf which was phenomenal (my mom is an amazing cook), but in a more healthconscious world, turkey is such a simple fix that saves so many calories and unnecessary fat from getting to the dinner table. These are juicy which a fantastic glaze…perfect for the upcoming cool fall nights! Now, I don’t ever think outside the box enough to consider adding bacon and ranch to green beans, but Dream Dinners sure did – yes, please!

Chicken Marsala with Mushrooms & Mashed Potatoes – Our all-natural, boneless chicken breasts are cooked with a savory, smooth mushroom and Marsala

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sauce. Serve them over our classic mashed potatoes for a cozy evening dinner. Quick and easy, just 20 minutes on the stovetop.

– This sauce was divine. Absolutely perfectly seasoned! This is one of those things you’ll notice about Dream Dinners…the seasoning is always perfect…no need for extra salt. The chicken was so tender that it could be cut with a fork…yum!

Layered Ravioli Bake – Robust marinara smothers our delicious cheese ravioli in this easy one dish meal. Fresh mozzarella, mushrooms and Italian sausage will take you to Italy. Just pop in the oven, bake and enjoy.

– Who doesn’t love Italian food? And who doesn’t love Italian food that requires nothing more than preheating an oven and popping in a pan even more? Dream Dinners offers meals in every category, and each one is authentic and will have you coming back for the famous “one more bite” again and again!

Simmered Chinese Chicken with Jasmine Rice – Create a restaurant style Chinese chicken with a sweet and spicy sauce. You can bring this entrée to your table in just 25 minutes and for a fraction of the cost.

– Because you assemble your meals at Dream Dinners, you can personalize them to your taste. Want a little extra spice – no problem! Think your family would like a little more cheese to top off the dish, add it! This light dish will make you think you ordered take out from your favorite gourmet Asian bistro!

Cattleman's Pie – This classic English comfort dish combines lean ground beef, rosemary, herbs and vegetables along with velvety mashed potatoes and Parmesan cheese. Assemble to perfection in just under an hour.

– There were no leftovers…none! This unique take on Shepherd’s Pie eliminates the concern many people have about eating lamb because it is made with ground beef instead. It is the perfect dinner for a family, whether you have picky eaters or not, on a cool night sitting out on the porch or next to roaring fire. Every element in this dish blends together perfectly…you may want to make a few extra of these to stock your freezer through the holidays!

Buffalo Chicken Cavatappi – Tender chicken and pasta combined with our creamy, kicking buffalo ranch sauce topped with just the right amount of blended cheese and diced green onions.

On the table fast enough to get the kids to their events, worry free.

– Once again, the ability to personalize to your liking is crucial. I love the taste of buffalo chicken pasta, but I don’t want it to be so spicy that my mouth is on fire.

Problem solved! At Dream Dinners, I got the flavor without the powerful kick! But, if you like to shake things up, you can make it spicy to satisfy whatever level of hot you can stand.

Each month, Dream Dinners unveils a new, scrumptious menu – so stock up that freezer before the holidays are in full swing and be prepared for any visit from your relatives or any last minute dinner for the family! Don’t forget – tell them Rosey sent you!

Get ready for the holidays!

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“Unique.” “Overflowing with fresh inventory.”

“Priced to sell.” “Something for everyone’s budget.”

These are the words that guide Kinnaman’s Furniture, that their owners live by, and that their regular customers tell their friends – come see for yourself!

Kinnaman’s Furniture offers 26,000 square feet of new and pre-owned furniture and accessories. It was started 18 years ago by Niki and Michelle Kinnaman, who have always had a very unique outlook and focus when it comes to the great variety and quality of furniture they offer. With a combined total of 52 years in the furniture industry, they feel part of their job is to enable customers to spark their own creative streaks and buy pieces to fit their lifestyles. They encourage them to buy what they like and design their homes around pieces that make them comfortable and happy.

If you are looking for that certain special item for your home, the staff at Kinnaman’s Furniture can point you in the right direction and help you along the way. Niki and Michelle put in long hours buying treasures and “one of a kind” pieces, and they purchase them at the right price, so they can always pass the savings on to their customers.

Kinnaman’s is not a consignment shop – they own their inventory and have no consigners to pay a percentage of sales. When each item arrives on the floor, it is marked with a reasonable price. Feel free to buy it the first time you see it, without the hassle of remembering dates of when items will be marked down later. Once bought, you have the option of taking your purchase home right away, making plans to pick it up later, or using Kinnaman’s delivery service.

And if you can’t find that “perfect” fit, bring your wish list to Kinnaman’s Furniture. They will do their best to help you find quality pieces, both new and pre-owned, that are priced affordably.

Be sure to check out their website www.KinnamansFurniture.com. It’s constantly updated with new inventory items!

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By Meridith Whitaker

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s a Davie County native, I am aware of the many hidden treasures just a few miles west of Winston-Salem. The county has continued to grow and flourish since I grew up there – thanks, in part, to successful businesses like Southern Ties Boutique (formerly known as Haj-Paj Boutique). I was pleased to have the opportunity to travel that familiar path to Davie County again recently for a visit with Heather Martens, co-owner of Southern Ties.

So many beautiful sights offered me a warm welcome back to the area: the scenic country roads that led me there, the charming, refurbished General Store setting and the stunning array of clothing, accessories and gifts within. The shop is close enough to make it convenient – only 20 minutes from WinstonSalem – but perfectly placed to ensure a nice break from the traffic of the city. Heather made me feel welcome right away, and we sat down together to discuss the boutique, upcoming trends for the fall and ways each of us can enhance our own personal style.

Meridith Whitaker (MW): This is a beautiful store! Tell me a little bit about your transition from Haj-Paj Boutique to Southern Ties.

Southern Ties (ST): Thank you! We relocated the boutique from Bermuda Run to its current location in Farmington (an old General Store listed on the National Registry of Historic Places) in November of 2011…we simply fell in love with this old storefront and all of its charm! Once in this location, we were able to evolve into the full-fledged fashion boutique that we had always dreamed of. It was during that transition, however, that the original name “Haj-Paj” which had once perfectly described our “hodge-podge” of unique gifts and accessories, no longer seemed adequate. So, after much deliberation, we officially changed the name of our storefront to Southern Ties Boutique in November of 2014, with the new name reflecting our southern roots and overall style philosophy. Now, in addition to offering unique gifts and accessories, we also specialize

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in the latest fashions for women and juniors, sizes XS – XXL. We’ve been voted “The Best Shopping Venue in Davie County” for the last two years, and we couldn’t be happier or more grateful for the success we’ve experienced since our move to Farmington.

MW: It seems like the transition from summer to fall always makes me take a closer look at my wardrobe and rethink my own personal style; I think some of our readers may agree.

Which fall and winter trends should we be on the lookout for as we’re shopping for the colder months?

ST: There are several trends to be on the lookout for. The first, Boho-Chic (a more refined, Bohemian style), has such a big influence on fashion this fall and winter!

You’ll see a lot of earth tones, longer tops, layering…and plenty of fringe! We absolutely love this style and know just how to tweak it so that it works for every age and body type.

Our fall lineup includes fabulous tunics, ponchos, vests and cardigans as well as our best-selling line of Minnetonka moccasins and boots…all to help you create your own personal Boho-Chic style.

Another fashion trend that we love (and one that seems to never go out of style) is called Southern-Prep. This style combines a more structured, classic style with fun, bold colors and prints. We always carry a great selection of Southern-Prep fashions, and this fall we have some exciting new arrivals – one of our favorite new lines, Southern Couture, epitomizes the Southern-Prep style in a super-comfy, cotton t-shirt. We also have

wonderful quilted vests (with and without fur trim) and the ever-popular “Bean Boot” for the fall and winter, both of which complement the overall Southern-Prep style.

And speaking of boots…this fall, you can’t go wrong with a cute pair of short ankle boots with or without a heel. They can be worn with everything from skinny jeans to dresses, and while they won’t completely replace the taller “riding” boot that we all love, they are a nice, trendy alternative!

The big jewelry trends for fall and winter feature many Native-American inspired elements such as natural stones, tassels, tusks and arrows. Try layering a short, dainty necklace with a longer necklace (or two), and stack several bracelets on your wrist…don’t be afraid of mixing different metals and finishes!

Incorporate older pieces with newer pieces for an “effortlessly eclectic” look. This is a fun way to wear more of the jewelry you love, and it ties in so well with the Boho-Chic style!

MW: You seem so knowledgeable on trends and have an eye for design. What motivates you in your work, and what kind of impact do you think clothing can have on a person?

ST: We work really hard to stay on top of the best trends in the industry so that we can better serve our customers. We love being able to introduce local women to fabulous new styles that help them look and feel great. We know that the right outfit or accessory can completely change how a woman feels about herself - we see it happen every day, and it is why we do what we do!

As we said our goodbyes, I thanked Heather for sharing her time and insights with me.

As I headed home, I thought about the beautiful sights that had greeted me when I’d first arrived; only now, I had a fuller picture of the true beauty of this local business.

The careful thought that goes into selecting each style they will carry, the excitement and knowledge surrounding each new trend and the sincere commitment to personalized service…it all makes for a wonderful shopping experience, and I can’t wait to go back!

Come and visit Davie County’s best-kept secret! Southern Ties Boutique is located just 20 minutes from Winston-Salem, at 1896 Farmington Road, in Farmington.

Hours of operation: Tuesday-Friday 10:30am-5:30pm and on Saturday from 10am-4pm. For more information, call 336.940.5501, visit facebook.com/SouthernTiesBoutique or visit their Instagram page @ SouthernTiesBoutique.

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Let’s Face It

By Shanna Cassetta, JD, LE

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or years, scientists, doctors and other curious minds have researched what humans find attractive in one another. In a world of selfies and self-promotion, many of us are left wondering whether we are attractive.

Research studies show that the divine proportion (also known as the golden ratio) plays a role in the judging of facial attractiveness. The scientific explanation is this: the numerical value of the divine proportion is 1-1.618.

This ratio is a law of equilibrium in nature that presents a relationship between math and beauty to create harmony and to give the illusion of perfection.

You have likely seen the divine proportion at work without even knowing it. Leonardo Da Vinci used divine proportion in many of his paintings, such as the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper.

In the most basic sense, the divine proportion is symmetry. It is this symmetry that humans find attractive in the face. Understanding the complex mathematics and theory behind symmetry is not generally important to a lay person. However, it is necessary for surgeons who perform facial procedures.

These procedures may be reconstructive, cosmetic or preventive in nature, but without the most skilled eyes and hands, the result may be undesirable.

Therefore, accounting for facial symmetry before, during and after a procedure is ideal for maintaining or enhancing the aesthetics of the face.

Wake Forest Baptist Health facial plastic surgeons Jordan Wallin, MD, and Brian Downs, MD, FACS, perform procedures that recreate and enhance natural facial attributes. They have in-depth knowledge about creating an aesthetically pleasing face.

Both surgeons are double board-certified and specialize in facial plastic surgery. They perform a wide range of cosmetic facial plastic surgeries, including face-lift, endoscopic forehead (brow) lift, rhinoplasty (nose), blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), otoplasty (ear pinning), and cheek and chin implants. Additional certifications and

Left to right: Robin Inabinet, RN-BC; Brian Downs, MD; Tammy Nester; Jordan Wallin, MD; Shanna Cassetta, JD, LE training include minimally invasive in-office treatments such as BOTOX® injections and a variety of filling and re-volumizing agents such as Juvederm®, Voluma®, Restylane®, Radiesse® and Sculptra®.

Dr. Jordan Wallin completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Utah, received his medical degree at George Washington School of Medicine and Health Sciences, and completed a five-year residency in He completed an advanced training fellowship in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery in Southern Alabama.

He is active in medical missions and recently received the Hanes for Good Champion Award from HanesBrands Inc. for his service to people in the Dominican Republic.

Dr. Wallin’s clinical passion is focusing on the aging face with individualized techniques to maintain a youthful, balanced and natural appearance. His research is focused on new techniques to maximize patient comfort after face-lift surgery and patient outcomes after minimally invasive brow-lifting using endoscopic techniques. He lives with his wife and five children in Winston-Salem, where they enjoy outdoor family activities.

Dr. Brian Downs completed medical school and a residency in otolaryngology–head and neck surgery at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and a fellowship in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery at Oregon Health & Science University in Portland. After practicing on the faculty at OHSU for almost three years, Dr. Downs, a native of North Carolina, established Evergreen ENT & Facial Plastic Surgery in Morganton. In 2012, Dr. Downs joined Wake Forest Baptist Health. His clinical passion and the focus of his research is rhinoplasty and nasal reconstruction.

In his free time, Dr. Downs enjoys outdoor adventures, running, hiking and tae kwon do.

The Wake Forest Baptist Health Facial Plastic Surgery team includes a cosmetic nurse coordinator and a licensed medical esthetician.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, visit WakeHealth.edu/facial-plastics or call 336-716-4000 (option 1).

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WFBH Facial Plastic Surgery

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Experience Nail Care at Its Best

by Debra Perret

Nails Palace & Spa, an elegant addition to the Winston-Salem nail salon scene, beckons you to visit for a memorable and professional nail salon experience. One of the newest shops at the beautiful HanesTowne Village, just off Stratford Road, Nails Palace & Spa offers you a warm welcome and a cold beverage (water, soft drink, wine, or champagne), in a relaxing, pampering environment. Beautiful décor, lush plants, comfortable massage chairs, soft jazz in the air, and an attentive staff create a retreat-like setting to nurture your body, mind, and spirit.

The goal of the staff at Nails Palace & Spa, led by owner Tai Le (Johnny), is to provide you with impeccable service throughout your visit.

Johnny takes pride in treating his clients to the best experience he and his staff can deliver. Whether your visit includes a deluxe manicure, deluxe pedicure, professional waxing, or a polish change, you will treasure your time at Nails Palace & Spa, making it your first choice when selecting a nail salon.

Johnny believes in delivering the best to his clients. For that reason, his team offers CND® Shellac® polish for manicures and pedicures, providing 14-day wear, high shine, and, best of all, zero drying time! CND® is the leader in the shellac industry, and is trusted world-wide. CND® polishes were developed to support healthy, strong natural nails. Want to change colors? No problem.

The easy, five-minute shellac removal does not harm your nails, and you are ready for a new shade just like that! His team also offers OPI traditional polishes in dozens of shades.

Johnny has twenty years of experience in the nail salon industry, and his clients know and trust him. At the lovely, new Nails Palace & Spa, there are currently fourteen technicians. The salon exudes luxury but does it at prices that will please you, all while providing the most up-to-date services and products, as well as following the latest color trends. And, his team ensures that all of their tools are sanitized after each use, heated in hospitalquality bags to be sure they are completely germ-free.

A top-notch experience and pristine standards of cleanliness are hallmarks of Johnny’s business.

Schedule your special event in one of their two treatment rooms, each with ten spa chairs. Are you planning a Girls’ Day Out, Bridal Shower or Baby Shower? Bring some refreshments and decorations, if you like, and enjoy the company of your family and friends while all of you are pampered. You can even plan a party for your little princesses and let them delight in pretty polish on their fingers and toes. Package Specials are available for parties of four or more clients.

The Spa offers manicures and pedicures, from the Basic style, to the Deluxe, which leave you feeling beautiful on the outside and relaxed on the inside. The Deluxe Pedicures are designed to soothe stressed feet, soften dry skin, and relax the muscles. Each includes intense exfoliation and hydration, along with a fabulous hot stone massage. You will also want to enjoy the aromatherapy component of your pedicure, so choose one that delights you: Tangerine is “Fragrant,” Peppermint is “Invigorating,” and Chocolate will tempt your senses. And for the hands, the Milk and Honey Deluxe Manicure will leave your hands looking youthful and feeling re-invigorated.

Want to indulge a bit more? Inquire about extended massage services for the feet and hands, or add on an intoxicating neck massage. You will be transported to a world of complete relaxation.

Wondering how to delight a special someone with a welcome surprise? A Gift Certificate from Nails Palace & Spa is the perfect answer! You can select the service, or let the staff recommend something sure to please.

Nails Palace & Spa is located at 258 Harvey Street, in HanesTowne Village (next to L. A. Fitness), in Winston-Salem. Hours are Monday through Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., and Sundays NailsPalaceWS.com from Noon to 6:00 p.m.

Walk-ins are welcome. For appointments call 336-794-9797.

Johnny’s original Winston-Salem location, Nails Tech, continues to serve your nail salon needs. They are located at 205 South Stratford Road, Suite E, in the Towers Shopping Center. Their hours are the same as above. To reserve your appointment at Nails Tech, call 336-725-9595.

So how about some pampering, and the experience of nail care at its best? Nails Palace & Spa is just the answer you need.

You know you deserve it!

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Only their love outshines their smiles!

Sharon Reid, DDS, PA

Yadkin Arts Council

Family & Cosmetic Dentistry Sharon L. Reid, DDS, PA Justin L. Roberts, DDS

International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT)

100 Stadium Oaks Drive, Suite A Clemmons, NC 27012 Appointments 336.778.2477 www.smilesbysharon.com October 2015 / 47

New Prevention and Wellness Clinic Helps Women Manage Their Breast Cancer Risks

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ost women have been or will be touched in some way by breast cancer. With one in eight women being diagnosed in her lifetime, it’s no secret that early detection is key to providing the best possible outcome.

Mammography is recommended annually as the gold standard screening for the early detection of breast cancer, long before a lump can be felt. Even with mammography, however, some women are at greater risk to develop breast cancer and require additional monitoring to best protect them from the disease.

Novant Health Derrick L. Davis Cancer Center and Novant Health Breast Center are taking the guesswork out of breast cancer risk with the addition of a cancer prevention and wellness clinic. Women who receive a mammogram at a Novant Health Breast Center will complete a risk assessment during their visit. Anyone identified as having a 20 percent or greater lifetime risk of developing breast cancer will be connected with the new clinic for an individualized plan of care that may include genetic counseling, screening breast MRI or other risk-reducing options, such as chemoprevention medication.

“Our cancer prevention and wellness clinic is designed with the idea that women are counting on us to manage their breast health,” said Betsy Johnson, director, Novant Health Derrick L. Davis Cancer Center. “If there are additional efforts we can make beyond

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mammograms to ensure disease is either prevented or diagnosed at its most treatable stage, then we want to do so.”

Many women wonder what it means to be at increased risk to develop breast cancer. While many factors are considered, some of the most important include family history, possible genetic mutation and lifestyle choices. While only about 10 percent of cancer is due to a faulty gene inherited from parents, those affected can develop cancers at an earlier age, in multiple sites and can pass that risk on to their children. Carrying a genetic mutation may increase a woman’s risk of developing breast cancer during her lifetime from 12 percent to 85 percent. Armed with information received through genetic testing, affected woman may opt for more aggressive risk-reducing strategies.

Breast cancer awareness may be celebrated in October, but breast cancer prevention and early detection is a year-round effort. The best first step a woman can make is to schedule an annual mammogram. And now, with the addition of the Novant Health Cancer Prevention and Wellness Clinic, she can rest assured that her comprehensive breast health is being considered by a team of specially trained experts.

To learn more about the Novant Health Cancer Prevention and Wellness Clinic, call 336.397.6626. Time to schedule your mammogram? Visit NovantHealth.org/pink, or call 336.794.XRAY (9729).

Novant Health

Same-day mammograms?

We’re making mammograms convenient and easier to schedule When schedules get jam-packed, sometimes it’s easy to forget about your annual breast health screening. That’s why we offer same-day screening mammograms, no physician referral needed. With extended evening and weekend hours there’s nothing standing in your way. We also now offer 3-D mammography at Novant Health Breast Center in Winston-Salem. It’s just one more way we’re making healthcare work for you.

Locations in Winston-Salem and Kernersville. 3-D mammography at Novant Health Breast Center in Winston-Salem only.

Call 336-794-XRAY (9729) to schedule or just walk in.

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Elizabeth Soots and Sarah Zuvich f asked, most couples would say it's important to protect the financial future of their families in the event of a spouse's unexpected death. Yet, 74 percent of couples rarely or never discuss the topic of life insurance as part of their financial planning strategy, according to a 2010 State Farm® Life Insurance Study.

A 2011 study from finance research firm LIMRA revealed that 41 percent of U.S. adults don't even have life insurance.

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family situation and income change. Consult an insurance expert who can provide an outside perspective and make the discussion less stressful.

That doesn't mean it's not on their minds. Sixty-two percent of respondents said uncertainty in the economy makes having life insurance even more important than it had previously been.

Bringing up the subject can be difficult.

Elizabeth Soots and Sarah Zuvich can help with all of these plans.

“I grew up in the Triad, so this is always where I wanted to have my agency,” said Soots. “It is really important for me to stay close to my roots. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends in the Winston-Salem/Kernersville area. I have always wanted to have a strong connection to my community, and I am so happy to have that opportunity with State Farm. I am excited to continue to grow my business in such a great city. I come from a healthcare background, so I have always had a passion and a sense of responsibility for helping others. I use that same passion to protect others from everyday risks that they cannot see in the insurance arena.”

It may be that discussing the unexpected death of a spouse is awkward. Or that one spouse already feels the pressure of being the primary wage earner. Or that a spouse who has recently lost a job will react negatively to the topic. But whatever the obstacles, talking about life insurance is critical to both partners, even if one earns substantially more than the other, or one doesn't earn an income.

To start the discussion, try these tips: Talk before you're in a financial crisis. Pick a time when you're not stressed, and treat the topic as you would any other aspect of your financial planning.

Make a plan that incorporates life insurance as a primary component of your overall financial strategy. Having a plan in place can be reassuring if your circumstances change. Set a monthly budget and learn what options you can afford. Schedule follow-up evaluations and adjust your coverage as your needs,

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“Having relocated to Winston-Salem from central Florida to open my business, I have fallen in love with the town,” said Zuvich.

“With a strong background in hospitality and public service, I strive to provide each one of my customers with superior service, while guiding them through tough insurance and financial services decisions. Having strong relationships with my customers and being there when you need us the most is what separates us from our competition. And, if you’re an animal lover like me, be sure to stop by and say “hi” to our sweet office puppy, Zoe!” Contact Elizabeth Soots and Sarah Zuvich to learn more about the life insurance options that protect your family's future.

Sarah Zuvich - State Farm

Elizabeth Soots - State Farm

www.AgentSarah.com (336) 602-1999

www.SootsInsurance.com (336) 293-7232

Midtown Cafe & Dessertery

The busy fall season has begun.

The Midtown Market located inside the Midtown Café is here to help with high quality convenient tasty meals and desserts to fit your busy life.

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner | Dessert | Midtown Market

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Resale of Clothes is Always in Season!

By Carolyn S. Peterson with Shannon Kemp

oodbye, summer. Hello, fall. The transition to a new season always brings a measure of excitement! We pack away the shorts, cute sundresses, and t-shirts of summer, in favor of the sweaters, denim, and boots of fall. While it’s an opportune time to clean out the closet, it’s a task many look to with dread. However, thanks to Style Encore, a premier clothing and accessory resale store in Winston-Salem, the transition of one wardrobe to another can be fun. Dare we even say.... easy? Especially if you take into account that the simple act of cleaning out one’s closet and driving to the conveniently located Style Encore, means cash on the spot for your gently used clothing, shoes, accessories, and handbags? Yes, please! And the ever-fabulous Shannon Kemp, owner of Style Encore, is ready to help.

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Recycle Your Style and Personalize Your Shopping Experience!

Style Encore buys and sells gently used women’s clothing, shoes, accessories, and handbags. They accept and sell for all seasons, all day, every day – no appointment is ever necessary. Style Encore purchases a wide variety of women’s business and casual styles and brands, in sizes 0-4x, which have sold in retail stores in the last few years and are in excellent condition. On the shopping side, gently used items in the store are sold at 50-70% off of retail pricing, making it an affordable place to update your wardrobe without damaging your wallet.

Style Encore also purchases handbags and wallets, including designer lines such as Kate Spade, Michael Kors, and Coach, as well as fashion bags. The two large handbag walls in the store are a popular destination for many shoppers.

It’s also helpful that at Style Encore, personalized shopping is made easy. “We have found that for many women, fashion becomes about what they look good in and what makes them feel good about themselves,” notes Shannon. “But they aren’t always confident about choosing versatile pieces that will work well for their body shapes.”

“Our customers can make an appointment for free Personal Shopping, and with a short survey that identifies personal preferences and styles, our team will select outfits that match the shoppers’ wants, and advise them on the best ways to accessorize. We are able to prepare a full dressing room with a dedicated member of our team to swap styles or sizes as needed. It’s my favorite part of my job,” gushes Shannon. “Personal styling is a perfect way to enhance your wardrobe or just add a few pieces that you might not otherwise choose for yourself.”

A Career Transition Shannon and her husband, Mike, owner of Play It Again Sports franchises in Winston-Salem and Greensboro, NC, were interested in bringing a new concept in women’s fashion to the Triad. They are

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the owners of the first Style Encore franchise in North Carolina, and 11th in the nation. Shannon stepped out of her comfort zone and successful career as a speech pathologist when she began this journey.

“In my former career, I found joy by helping patients and their families recover from cancer, illness, or surgery. I was afraid that my role at Style Encore might not be as rewarding. However, I’ve been pleasantly surprised! It’s a different kind of rewarding, and often in the most unexpected ways!”

Shannon was drawn to make this career change because she was inspired by the fact that this brand is “by women, for women.”

The foundation of the business model empowers not only the owners, but ultimately, the shoppers, which is something that deeply resonated with Shannon.

Since opening in May 2014, Shannon has enjoyed working with women who come to the store looking for a new outfit for a job interview or a whole new wardrobe for a promotion, or something to wear on a first date! “I love helping them find a fabulous look at a great price!” she shares.

Many customers who are on weight loss journeys find that shopping at Style Encore is the perfect place to keep their wallet lean as well.

“They are able to purchase clothes in sizes they have not worn in a while, and we get to experience that excitement with them. As they return throughout the weight loss journey, we’re able to celebrate their success with them!” exclaims Shannon. “Connecting with women in our community and helping them find clothes that make them look and feel great is definitely satisfying!”

Balancing Franchise, Fashion, and Family Shannon has not only discovered new things about herself through owning Style Encore, but has found that she and husband Mike are good partners at work, as well as at home. “I’ve always known we are a great team,” she states. “I wouldn’t have been able to move forward in this opportunity without my husband’s support and business experience.”

As a wife and mother to three kids, Shannon is a busy woman! She works hard to strike a balance. The house rule is that the phone and computer must be put away during certain hours, which is challenging since social media and email are running 24 hours a day! Like many working women, Shannon tries to do it all.

“I’m constantly reminding myself to focus on the balance between work and home.

It helps that Mike and I are in this together!

“It’s a family business,” states Shannon. “But family first! We make sure we take the time for family vacations, to celebrate each other, and be a part of each other’s lives.”

Style in the Community

Style Encore “Being actively engaged in the community is important will be partnering with to us at Style Encore,” says Shannon, who loves hosting WFBH Outpatient Imaging events. “Ladies’ Night Out events have become a and 3P for our Breast Cancer favorite at the store. We have hosted events working Ladies Night Out is with local groups that offer free mammograms and Thu., October 22 4:00-8:00. awareness of heart disease. If a group of ladies has a Please check with the store particular charity that is important to them, we can or Facebook for donate a portion of the sales to that cause or offer a additional details. percentage off in their shopping.”

Style Encore is committed to making women the priority, including supporting causes that are important to women. “With events throughout the year, we encourage our shoppers to follow us on Facebook or visit our website to stay up to date on what is coming up!”

This is a unique business model that has quickly gained popularity within the Triad. Great fashions at a fraction of the cost and cash on the spot? It’s no wonder that in less than two years' time, Style Encore is already a local favorite.

Style Encore is located at 243 S. Stratford Road, Winston-Salem, NC. Hours of operation are Monday though Saturday, 10 am – 8 pm and Sunday, noon - 6 pm. Call to set up a personal styling appointment at 336-893-9146. Visit Style-EncoreNCTriad.com or follow Style Encore on Facebook (Facebook.com/StyleEncoreWinstonSalem).

fashion that FITS YOUR LIFE.

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Style Encore® is the store for fashion conscious, spending savvy women. We buy and sell the latest styles and brands of gently used, Style Encore women’s casual and business clothing, shoes, handbags and accessories all day, every day.

Whether you’re smart, savvy, sensible or sassy, a friend, mom, boss or teacher, Style Encore has fashion that fits your life.

243 S. Stratford Road • Winston-Salem, NC 336.893.9146 • style-encorenctriad.com •

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By Carolyn S. Peterson pon retiring, long time life and business partners John Koren and Lyn-Layton Koren of Virginia Beach, VA, left their home and took to the open road in search of new surroundings. They began a new chapter in their lives, with new experiences, challenges, and adventures. The couple discovered so many beautiful places throughout the United States, but nothing had that feeling they were looking for, that feeling of home.

As they were returning to Virginia, they stopped in Clemmons, NC, to visit Lyn’s brother, Garland Layton.

While there, they stumbled on a magical place called Yadkin County. “It was, without a doubt, the most perfect place we could’ve imagined for ourselves. Rural, peaceful and serene, yet a mere 20 minutes from downtown Winston-Salem, NC, where nearly everything we needed was at our fingertips,” recalled Lyn. What John and Lyn didn’t know when they moved to Yadkin County and the extraordinary Yadkin Valley, was that they were settling in North Carolina wine country.

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“On Sunday afternoons we went exploring and found quite a few wineries where we often enjoyed a glass of wine and good company, visiting with local winery owners, employees, and winery guests. Rag Apple Lassie, Hanover Park, and Flint Hill were probably among our first visits, before branching out to other local wineries.

Before long, John and I took up winemaking as a hobby.

It quickly grew into a passion for both of us. I began researching and studying everything I could on the subject of winemaking while John focused more on viticulture and the chemistry end of winemaking.

Suddenly, the hobby took on a life of its own. One day, while sipping wine on the porch of Hanover Park Winery, we conceived the idea for our winery, a small vineyard, and tasting room,” Lyn said.

A New Home and a New Passion The wine business was a far cry from the couple’s former occupations. John, along with being a loving husband, dad, and grandpa, was the owner of East Coast Automotive Services, Inc., one of the largest heavy collision automotive and large truck body repair business on the East Coast. Lyn, a loving wife, mom, and grandma, focused her studies in a different direction, becoming a Master Hypnotherapist with her practice specializing in pain management and hypnoanesthesia.

Sweet Home Carolina features an array of fabulous award winning wines.

A beautiful stroll awaits, winding peacefully down to the multiple pastures of the Rocky Road Miniature Horse & Donkey Farm with eight tiny horses and three tiny donkeys. From the path, you can also see the Lillie R. Art Studio, which is the home of the original artwork featured on the labels of Sweet Home’s Artist Series wines. “Our Moluccan Cockatoo, Baby Bird, loves to visit the tasting room riding in on John’s shoulder. Baby Bird has a fair vocabulary for a 6 year old, and is always entertaining as he flirts shamelessly with what he calls ‘all the pretty birds.’ John, me, miniature horses, donkeys, and Baby Bird. We’re a totally unconventional family but our guests love the experience of our amazing menagerie almost as much as they love our wines,” commented Lyn with a chuckle. Sweet Home Carolina’s wines include whites, reds, and fruit wines, with upcoming introductions of Riesling, Semillon, Chardonnay, Viognier, Cabernet Franc, Pinot Noir, Blueberry, Peach, Pear, Strawberry, and Rhubarb, along with the return of their ever popular Petite Sirah, Sangiovese, and Malbec. For the holidays, watch for the release of their Chocolate Cherry.

Relaxed and Laid Back, Just Like the Carolinas Visitors to Sweet Home Carolina can settle in for their tasting in the beautifully spacious tasting room, accented by a stone candle wall fireplace, a handcrafted oak and black walnut tasting bar, and a baby grand piano. It has an air of what those of us from this area appreciate as the relaxed, laid back atmosphere that only comes from the South. “We wanted our tasting room to reflect an extension of our sweet home in Carolina, encompassing all aspects of Sweet Home Carolina, from the winery, vineyard, and tasting room, to Baby Bird and the horses to the art studio. Our tasting room is the epitome of warmth and hospitality, welcoming all who walk through our doors,” Lyn stated.

Having only been open since December 19th of 2014, John and Lyn are finding their new adventure very rewarding. “The accomplishment of getting this new and very different business off the ground at our age, and for me personally, becoming a winemaker despite my blindness, are almost reward enough, but we have met and continue to meet so many wonderful people and we enjoy sharing the wines we make with them. It’s been a true joy having our family and friends, including other area wineries, take this fantastic voyage with us,” said Lyn. Sweet Home Carolina Vineyard & Winery is located at 3423 Old US 421 Hwy E, Yadkinville, NC, 27055 (just 20 minutes from downtown Winston and five miles east of Yadkinville). For more information, call (336)469-9905 or visit www.sweethomecarolinawinery.com.

The Tasting Room is open Fri 3-6 pm (or earlier if you call ahead).

Sat & Sun 12 noon-6 pm. All other days, by appointment only.

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3423 Old US 421 Hwy E. | Yadkinville, NC 27055 (336) 469-9905 | SweetHomeCarolinaWinery.com

Magic...just a sip away.

Come experience our varieties of award winning wines from dry to sweet! Beer, wineslushies, and snacks are also available.

Sweet Home Carolina Winery

Tasting Room Hours : Friday: 3 pm-6 pm or by reservation earlier in the day. Call ahead. | Saturday: 12 pm-6 pm Sunday: 12 pm-6 pm | Monday-Thursday: By reservation only. Call ahead.

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Mammograms Go 3D

By Denise Heidel

When it comes to breast cancer, consider these disturbing statistics*: •

About 1 in 8 U.S. women will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime.

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For women in the U.S., breast cancer death rates are higher than those for any other cancer, besides lung cancer.

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A woman’s risk of breast cancer approximately doubles if she has a first-degree relative (mother, sister, daughter) who has been diagnosed with breast cancer.

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About 85% of breast cancers occur in women who have no family history of breast cancer.

These are some alarming numbers. In fact, you’d be hard pressed to find someone who didn’t know at least one person who had been personally impacted by breast cancer.

For women, the early screening process for breast cancer begins at the age of 40 with a mammogram. While the mammogram has been an effective tool for detecting breast cancer, a new technique is being utilized at Wake Forest Baptist Outpatient Imaging: tomosynthesis or 3D. Tomosynthesis is a 3D imaging technique that allows health care providers to see deeper into the breast tissue and examine the breast tissue in more thorough detail. In a recent study, mammograms coupled with tomosynthesis, resulted in a 40% increase in the detection of invasive breast cancer, a 27% increase in the detection of all breast cancers, and a 15% decrease in false positives. These numbers mean saved lives, reduced stress, and a better opportunity to apply life-saving techniques. These numbers mean more breast cancer survivors!

Breast cancer screening isn’t fun. But it’s a necessary step for women’s ongoing breast health. We’re taught to self-screen at home, but the technology that allows your healthcare provider to examine tissue in one millimeter slices is a technology that should not be ignored.

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Consider the eight closest women in your life… maybe these women include your mom, your sister, your aunt, your grandmother, your best friend… whoever these eight women are, statistically speaking, one of them will be diagnosed with breast cancer. And another one of them may go through the emotional stress of a false positive.

Imagine the anguish of hearing those words: “You have breast cancer.” Maybe you already know the fear that strikes the heart at those words.

If you’ve heard those words yourself, or they’ve been said to someone you love, you know the next question is undoubtedly, “How advanced is it?” Because it’s common knowledge that the earlier cancer (any cancer) is detected, the better the options are for treatment.

My friends – early detection is crucial. It is the best chance women have of beating breast cancer.

Early breast cancer detection is a cause near and dear to the hearts of the Forsyth Magazines team. Our founder, Keela Johnson, is a breast cancer survivor. She was one of the lucky ones who got to hear the words, “You beat cancer.”

If you are over 40 years old, we strongly encourage you to get an annual mammogram, and moreover, visit Wake Forest Baptist Outpatient Imaging for your 3D mammogram. Wake Forest Baptist Health is the first healthcare system in the Winston-Salem area to offer this new technique.

Early detection saves lives. Schedule your appointment today.

You can schedule an appointment at Wake Forest Baptist Outpatient Imaging by calling 765.5722. WFBImaging is located at 265 Executive Park Blvd in Winston-Salem. Evening and Saturday appointments available for your convenience. *Resource: BreastCancer.org

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Dress Your Home…

Address the Monster in the Room

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nce upon a time, TVs lived in an attractive piece of furniture (cabinet) on the floor of the castle and viewers had to look slightly down to enjoy the picture on the screen. Fast forward several decades and the trend is to place large TVs in the living area of the castle. These monsters are sometimes mounted above the fireplace mantle or placed in a niche above the mantle.

Great idea? I beg to differ. It is not necessarily a good idea because, more times than not, the TV is too high and a person can be uncomfortable viewing it for a long period of time. Not to mention that these large flatscreen TVs, like a monster, can overpower the room.

Have I ever suggested a TV be mounted above a fireplace? Yes. Do I like it? No. But there are times when that’s the only solution that works in the room.

The reason I don’t like it is, as I mentioned above, the TV is usually mounted too high for comfort and can overpower the room. What I do like about it is that the two focal points in the room are combined: the fireplace (the architectural focal point) and the TV (the ‘real life’ focal point). Having these two combined to form one makes it easier to place the furniture.

Unless you are among the 3.3% who live without a TV in their castle, the monster in the room can be a challenge to decorate around. I found some great ideas on the Internet that will help you hide the monster in your castle: • framemytv.com The TV looks like a framed mirror but when you turn the TV on, the TV and the mirror become clear as the light from the TV emits through the glass.

• potterybarn.com Solutions to hide the TV: Gallery Frame TV Cover, Riddling Rack TV Cover or Mirror Wall-Mount TV Cover.

• lowes.com/creative-ideas/build-andremodel/artwork-that-slides-to-hide-yourtv/project Watch a DIY video to make a clever cover-up for your big screen TV. For more ideas: remodelaholic.com Check out 95 Ways to Hide or Decorate Around the TV. You can disguise that monster in the room of your castle… and even tame it to be an attractive part of your décor.

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An Exciting New Way to Treat the Double Chin e get very excited when a brand new treatment comes along,” says Dr. John Fagg of Forsyth Plastic Surgery.

He’s speaking of Kybella, a truly revolutionary product that was approved by the FDA this summer. “For the first time we have a natural product that we can inject under the skin and literally melt away unwanted fat.”

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Kybella, previously known as ATX-101, is a natural acid found in the GI tract. When purified and injected into fat, the fat cells are destroyed almost immediately.

“Nobody likes a double chin,” says Dr. Andy Schneider. “At Forsyth Plastic Surgery we see a lot of both men and women who want that fat under the chin gone. In the past, the only treatment was surgery, usually either liposuction or a neck lift, or a combination of both. With Kybella we can treat the double chin with injections, that are less expensive than surgery, and the patient can go back to normal activities right away.”

Dr. Gilson Kingman, also at Forsyth Plastic Surgery, explains how the procedure is done.

“We put a temporary grid on the patient’s upper neck so that the injections are spaced evenly. Sometimes we will numb the area, but it really isn’t necessary. We then make rows of tiny injections across the upper neck, and it all takes just a few minutes.” Ice is applied, says Dr. Kingman, and after about 15 minutes the patient can go home and continue the icing for a few hours. “It is normal to have some swelling for a few days, but our patients don’t seem to mind that as they know the results will be worth it.”

Not every patient will be a candidate for Kybella notes Dr. George Lawson, who explains that it will not tighten very saggy skin. “When you come for a consultation we will examine the quality of the skin and make sure that Kybella is the right treatment. There are some patients with a lot of extra skin, and minimal fat, who of course will still need a traditional face or neck lift. Remember that Kybella works on fat, and not skin laxity.”

Nonetheless there are still a lot of people who have extra fat in the neck, even young patients who are not overweight but want that “defined jaw-line look.”

“We think that there are many men and women who would love to get rid of even a small double chin, and now there is a relatively simple procedure that can help them,” says Dr. Fagg. “It is important to know that most people will need either two or three treatments – spaced six weeks apart – but the results are permanent. Once the fat cells are gone, they are gone for good.”

If you are thinking about losing that double chin before the holidays, now is the time.

“Because this new procedure avoids the need for surgery, we can usually treat patients on the same day as their consultation,” says Dr. Schneider. “The holidays will be here before you know it, and with Kybella, you can look your best.”

And Dr. Kingman notes that because Kybella is now only available in the practices of board certified plastic surgeons and dermatologists, patients can feel good knowing that their doctor has been well trained in this unique treatment. “Safety is our number one goal,” he says. “And every patient in our practice develops a one-on-one relationship with our incredibly well trained and professional staff.”

If you think Kybella may be right for you, contact Forsyth Plastic Surgery at 336-765-8620 or visit forsythplasticsurgery.com.

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oon enough the weather will actually feel like fall. Since the stores have had fall merchandise for a while, it’s time to think about what you may want to add to your closet this year. Here are a few of our favorite things, many of which are continuations of looks that designers showed last year. So if you have any of these items in your closet, you’re in luck. If you don’t, this is a good starting point for purchases that you may want to consider.

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The prevalent feel on the runways for fall was ‘70s. I know, I know. Many of us think we’ve already worn this look once and don’t want to do it again. This time, you don’t have to go all out like Saturday Night Fever. Instead, try something as simple as a pair of jeans that have a little more flare or even a simple trouser jean.

Pair the jeans with a turtleneck or even just a simple sweater and you can still have the ‘70s influence without feeling like you’re headed to the disco.

The whole athletic trend has been around for a few seasons and doesn’t show signs of slowing down. That’s why there is an entire category they have dubbed “athleisure”.

The idea is these clothes are not really meant to be worn to the gym. Instead, they have that athletic feel and are super comfortable, yet stylish.

Fringe The fringe trend relates to the ‘70s feel that we just discussed which is so big right now. Designers showed a lot of fringe and similar design details on sweaters. If you don’t want to purchase a new

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So there you have it, just a few of the trends you’ll see this fall. But remember, there are always a lot of trends to choose from and you need to do what seems right for you and fits with your personal style.

Don’t sacrifice your personal style just to feel on trend. Instead, find ways to make the current trends fit with your personal style. Join us next month for some more fresh ideas on how to maximize your wardrobe.

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UNCSA Alumnus and Internationally Acclaimed Opera Legend Will Perform for Piedmont Opera

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hen René Barbera was a third grader in San Antonio, his teacher attached a sticky note to his records to notify the music teacher that he had a pretty voice and would be a good addition to the chorus. Who knew how important that one sticky note would be to the world of opera and eventually to the opera program at The University of North Carolina School of the Arts?

Barbera, who today is one of the most recognized tenors in the world, will return, yes return, to his old stomping grounds for three performances as the sleazy Duke of Mantua in Piedmont Opera’s Rigoletto. Barbera studied at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts (UNCSA), under the direction of Marilyn Taylor from 2004 to 2008 and later at the esteemed Ryan Center at the Lyric Opera of Chicago.

Early in his career, Barbera established himself as one of the leading tenors in the industry. In 2011, at age 27, and after only seriously studying opera for five years, he made history in Moscow by becoming the first male performer to win all three areas of Placido Domingo’s Operalia competition.

Wade Weast, the former Dean of the School of Music at UNCSA, said he and his faculty were “on cloud nine” due to Barbera’s win and the glowing reviews. “We know these kinds of success stories are the single most effective way to recruit the best students to the UNCSA School of Music,” said Weast.

Barbera’s win helped catapult him onto the national opera scene. He went on to perform with the Opera National de Paris, the San Francisco Opera, the Los Angeles Opera and recently in Italy at the esteemed Rossini Opera Festival.

From 2014-2015, Mr. Barbera made several important company debuts throughout North America. He made his company and role debut as Elvino in La sonnambula with Washington Concert Opera, followed by his debut with Michigan Opera Theater as Almaviva in Il barbiere di Siviglia, and his return to Lyric Opera of Chicago for his role debut as Ernesto in Don Pasquale. He sang performances of Don Ramiro in La Cenerentola in his debuts with Seattle Opera and Los Angeles Opera, and was heard as Almaviva at the Stanislavsky Music Theatre in Moscow. In the summer of 2013, he made his Santa Fe Opera debut as Rodrigo in Rossini’s La donna del lago.

Piedmont Opera’s Rigoletto is on October 23rd at 8pm, October 25th at 2pm and October 27th at 7:30pm. Tickets are on sale now at the Piedmont Opera Box Office by calling 336.725.7101 or online at PiedmontOpera.org.

Title Character of Rigoletto Also Has NC Roots

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native of North Carolina, Robert Overman, who will play the role of the cursed jester, Rigoletto, received his musical training at UNC-Greensboro and the Mozarteum in Salzburg, Austria. While a student at UNC-G, Robert was first-place winner of the National Metropolitan Opera Auditions in New York City. Concerts at Fifth Avenue Presbyterian Church in New York City, as well as in West Palm Beach and Palm Beach, Florida, Atlanta, Georgia and at List Hall in Lincoln Center, under the auspices of the Metropolitan Opera National Council, followed.

When he’s not on stage, Overman assumes the role of Director of Music Ministries at Starmount Presbyterian Church. He is a former member of the vocal faculties at High Point University and Greensboro College. Robert has enjoyed a 30-year professional singing career, with 15 of those years spent living and singing leading roles in opera theaters and concert halls in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, France and throughout Europe, as well as in the United States.

He recently has been heard in leading roles with Piedmont Opera and with the Greensboro and Winston-Salem Symphonies. He has also sung as a guest soloist in churches and cathedrals throughout Europe as well as Duke Chapel and the National Cathedral in Washington, DC. Robert and his wife Rhonda are alumni of the Starmount Presbyterian Church Choir having served as soloists/section leaders prior to their time in Europe.

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f she is being abused, why doesn’t she just leave? I’d leave. You’d leave. How many times have you said that very thing when hearing about a domestic violence episode on the news, in the newspaper or even fictionalized on TV? It’s easy to say from the safety of your own world, but very different for those living in a domestic violence environment.

There are a number of emotional reasons that keep a victim from leaving. Fear of change is a huge factor. After being told repeatedly that you’re not capable of taking care of yourself alone, nothing you do is right or good enough, you begin to feel helpless, hopeless and unworthy. Somehow, you feel responsible for the abuse, as if it’s your fault and you provoked the attack. Perhaps you’ve heard so many threats against you, your family, even your pets, if you ever try to leave that you believe they might come true. Sadly, sometimes you’re right. Statistically, 75% of domestic violence victims are killed at or right after the time they fled the abuser.

Financial dependency is another strong reason that keeps a victim in the situation. If the abuser controls the income and the victim must account for every dollar spent on behalf of household needs, it’s nearly impossible to put aside money for escape. Lack of job skills is another reason that keeps the victim from leaving. Fear that you’re not able to take care of yourself can be a strong deterrent.

Statistics show that women in the 16 to 24 age bracket are three times more likely to be in an abusive situation. Within this age group, 500 are killed annually in the US by their abusers.

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The abuse cycle is well documented and the periods between outbursts can give the victim hope. Maybe it won’t happen again. Perhaps the outside world sees a happy family picture; the picture inside the walls of the home is quite different.

The fear that no one will believe you is enough to keep you quiet.

As one survivor stated, “Abuse thrives in silence.”

What can you do to free yourself from abuse? Hotlines are open 24/7 to learn what services are available in your community to help.

The national domestic violence hotline number is 1.800.787.3224.

Memorize the number. Keep to your normal routine. Do not telegraph in any way that you plan to leave. If possible, save some cash and have some clothes tucked away. But remember, you are more valuable than anything you may leave behind. All that can be replaced; you cannot. Your friends and family need you. And, they want you to be safe.

Domestic violence is not confined to any gender, economic class or race. One in three women will experience a domestic violence situation at some point in their lives. While 85% of abusers are male, males can be, and are, victims as well.

If you think that someone is being abused, let him or her know help is available. Give them the hotline number. You may be the encouragement they need.

Guidelines for Escape: Make up your mind to leave the domestic violence situation.

Have a place selected for you and your children to go (shelter, friend, family member or somewhere the abuser will not look).

Do not indicate in any manner, that you plan to leave. It may be necessary to keep your children in the dark until you actually get away from the abuser.

If possible: • Gather medications and special needs.

• Obtain important paperwork that may be needed, including birth certificates, marriage certificates, a Domestic Violence 50-B Protection Order, passports, Social Security cards, etc.

• Prepare a “to-go” bag (include a change of clothes, money, a favorite toy, cell phone and charger).

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If there are children in the mix, that’s an even bigger concern.

Loss of custody or having to allow children to spend time alone with an abusive parent can keep a victim from leaving. You want to care for your children, even if it puts you in harm’s way.

However, removing you and them from an abusive environment is key to stopping the cycle from moving to the next generation.

It’s a common occurrence that over time, the victim has been isolated from family and friends and now has no network on which to gain support. Social isolation helps foster the sense of dependency on the abuser and keeps the control in his court. Such isolation doesn’t happen overnight; it may be so gradual that it takes time to even realize that it’s occurred. Friends and family who would normally be around are given so many excuses for not getting together that they simply stop asking. Perhaps your abuser has even convinced you to move away from your support network.

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• Safe on Seven at the Forsyth County Courthouse is available and staffed with personnel trained to assist domestic violence victims (336.779.6320).

• Domestic Violence Crisis Hotlines: – National Hotline (800.787.3224) – Local Winston-Salem hotline (336.723.8125) – Winston-Salem Police Department Victim Advocates (336.773.7860) Bottom line: whether you are prepared or have a moment open to get away, take it and forget what you leave behind. Those things are replaceable – you are not. Stuff is stuff. Safety for you and your children is far more important than anything left behind.

These guidelines are offered by the Winston-Salem Police Department’s Domestic Violence / Special Victims’ Unit. Please share and use at any time. Remember: Domestic violence is never OK. Help is available. If you see, hear, or suspect someone is in immediate danger, call 911.

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Remodeler’s Leadership Benefits All North Carolina Homeowners DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen leads continuing education efforts for remodeling industry!

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ne morning as Erik Anderson was taking his son, Bodie, to school, the 7-year-old announced that when he grew up, he wanted to mow yards. His dad’s ears perked up. “Why that?” he asked.

“Because it makes people happy,” Bodie said.

Erik can relate. As co-owner of DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Winston-Salem, making people happy is one of the most gratifying aspects of his work. He likes knowing that his work makes people happy, whether it’s a remodeled kitchen that is built to be accessible and functional for someone with disabilities, or a new master bathroom with elegant features and pampering touches that encourages its owner to wake with a smile. He, business partner Tracy Moore, and their team work hard to deliver great results, as well as a professional process that is wellmanaged and trouble-free for homeowners. “My goal is to end every project not only with a happy customer, but with a new friend,” Erik says.

If you know enough friends who have hired remodelers, you’ve probably heard at least one horror story of jobs that dragged on for months or did not deliver on expectations. Erik and Tracy work hard to prevent that outcome for their own customers, and for every homeowner in the Winston-Salem area.

Improving the Industry by Giving Back DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen is not your average remodeling company. Erik has a civil engineering degree from N.C. State and an MBA from the University of Pittsburgh. Tracy graduated with business management and economics degrees from N.C. State. They have been in business together for nearly 20 years, forming Anderson-Moore Builders in 1996 and DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Winston-Salem in 2009.

The business has won a stream of awards from Qualified Remodeler magazine, Professional Remodeler magazine, the Better Business Bureau and the North Carolina Home Builders Association, as well as from Habitat for Humanity.

Underpinning the awards is the company’s commitment to continuing education.

DreamMaker’s co-owners and staff are certified ‘aging in place’ specialists and green professionals, and hold several other certifications. Everyone on staff undergoes several hours of continuing industry education each year to keep their skills and knowledge sharp and current.

Additionally, Erik is working to increase the professionalism and know-how of all remodeling in the area by teaching certification courses for the State and National Association of Home Builders. He is a past-president of both the Winston-Salem Home Builders Association and the North Carolina Home Builders Association and jokes that teaching the courses may be even better than attending them because he has to, “re-evaluate what I think I know every time I teach.”

Rigor & Professionalism Yield Results for Customers DreamMaker’s focus on professionalism has won praise from customers. The company’s new website, dreammakernc.com, shows just how much customers enjoy the process.

DreamMaker uses a third-party survey company, Guild Quality, to survey customers after each project. DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen happily displays the ongoing report card for everyone to see.

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“The entire project, from planning and permitting to the very last detail, was handled with professionalism and integrity,” a customer recently wrote. “You were not only committed to the highest quality, but you were consistently focused on identifying and meeting our particular needs. We are grateful for the many ideas and innovations you suggested throughout the process and appreciate your good humor and skill.”

DreamMaker’s Worry-Free Process DreamMaker offers excellent craftsmanship, but the thing that may set the company apart most dramatically from other remodelers is its emphasis on consultation and project management.

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Customers can come into DreamMaker’s Design Center to see, touch and feel different cabinets, tubs, showers, floors and fixtures.

The Design Center displays give homeowners a better idea of what options are available, and what’s possible with different budgets.

Customers are encouraged to bring in a photo of a room they would like remodeled. Interior Designer Jennifer Cameron can usually begin offering ideas immediately, drawing upon the hundreds of projects DreamMaker has already handled.

DreamMaker’s consultative approach to design means that the project will reflect your needs and taste, while layering in DreamMaker’s expertise to offer ideas and solutions that may not be on a homeowner’s radar.

Once customers hire DreamMaker, the company develops a full computer-assisted design and provides a full list of the materials for the remodel, which DreamMaker uses to create an accurate price estimate and a solid timetable for completing the project. Once a remodeling project begins, DreamMaker keeps customers informed about what’s being done, what’s next, and what they can expect.

DreamMaker also coordinates subcontractors, so homeowners don’t have to worry about hiring their own tradesmen and coordinating schedules. They handle everything, which makes the process seamless.

“We want the process to be as gratifying as the result,” Erik says.

“No surprises, no delays, just happy customers.”

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or more than two years, Penny Lane Boutique in Clemmons has offered customers a wide variety of unique products including clothing, accessories and paint. The store currently sells CeCe Caldwell mineral and clay paint and General Finishes Milk Paint and Finishes. Now, a new line of paint, DIY Paint

by Heirlooms Traditions, has made an appearance on the boutique’s shelves.

“We are adding the DIY Paint for many reasons,” said Owner Chris Hambrick.

“It’s a chalk paint, and chalk paints are becoming pretty common. There is really no other store in Clemmons that sells this type of paint. You used to have to go downtown to buy it. Now, you can get it while shopping for gifts. Plus, there are about 30 awesome colors and names, such as Old 57, which is an aqua/teal shade.”

The new DIY Paint is 100% green, non-toxic and made in the USA. When compared to other brands, this paint has a longer shelf life, multiple uses and saves steps for the painter.

“You can use it for cabinets, bathrooms or any type of furniture,” said Hambrick. “It can be put into a sprayer or used with a brush. There is no sanding or priming and takes only a couple of hours to dry.”

Another bonus for the addition is cost. The DIY Paint is less expensive for both the boutique and customers. A pre-poured eight-ounce sample is $12, while pints are $20 and quarts are $30.

“This paint saves money and waste,” said Hambrick. “It’s also more popular and has more options to provide the consumer. I’ve tried it, and you still get a great quality for less money.”

Want to try the DIY Paint? You’re in luck! Penny Lane Boutique offers monthly paint classes, featuring different types of paint and techniques.

“The ‘Painting and Pinot with Penny’ classes are held on a Saturday from 9:30am-2pm and include lunch and wine,” said Hambrick. “We ask you to bring your own piece of furniture to paint, and you get to select your colors. We’ll then go through different techniques and looks, such as waxing and darkening. Once you find a look you like, you can finish your piece.”

If interested, you must pre-register by calling the store or by visiting the website. These classes are just one of the many services that give Penny Lane Boutique a chance to interact with customers.

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“Customer service is very big for us,” said Hambrick. “We try to focus on connecting with our customers from the moment they walk in the door.

If a customer needs something, we try to fit that need.

We have customers that have been with us since our opening.”

In October of 2014, the boutique grew in store space and added more items to its inventory. In addition to the DIY Paint, customers can purchase clothing and gift items from brands such as Charles Rivers, Rewined Candles and Lola Blue. Most of the products are from vendors in North and South Carolina. The store also does monogramming and gift wrapping.

“We try to have eclectic and different items that appeal to a variety of ages and are reasonably priced,” said Hambrick. “It really is a one-stop shop for many, similar to an old mercantile store. Our customers like to say we are the best-kept secret in Clemmons because you never know what you’ll find. Penny Lane Boutique isn’t the traditional gift store you picture.

We always have things that you normally won’t find anywhere else.”

Customers can connect with the store through its website, Pinterest, Facebook and Instagram accounts.

Additional shopping is available through the boutique’s online store.

Looking into the future, Hambrick hopes to continue growing, possibly move to a bigger location and have a greater online presence through an e-commerce site.

However, there is one thing for sure – the future for Penny Lane Boutique looks very bright.

“The community and our customers are great, so we are definitely heading in the right direction,” said Hambrick.

Penny Lane Boutique is located at 3560 Clemmons Road, Suite C in Clemmons.

Call 336.661.8336, or visit online at pennylanebtq.com. Be sure to follow Penny Lane Boutique on Facebook, Pinterest and Instagram.

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heri Lingafelt is one of those people who just know… You know the type we’re talking about. These special people can look at a space, they see a vision, they effortlessly gather all they need, and when finished, it looks like something that should be featured in a magazine. While her own house hasn’t been featured in Better Homes & Gardens (yet), she is sharing her talents through Accent Prone’s new blog, MyAccentProneLife.com.

“We have so many of our customers say to us on a daily basis, ‘We would love to see how your home is decorated with all of your cool accent prone stuff,’” said Cheri. “So, now they can! We thought it would be fun to show people how we decorate and make our home ‘accent prone,’ hoping to inspire others to do the same. I'm also doing fashion posts that show me wearing the jewelry and accessories that we carry at our store to show people how to wear the look.”

One question Cheri answers on her blog is what it means to be “accent prone.” “We’ve formulated our own definition,” said Cheri. “Both in interior decorating and fashion, accent prone is an adjective meaning a strong, innate desire of representing a current popular trend or style with fashionable accents. Synonyms include fashionable, modern, up to date, stylish, chic, trendy and attention to detail. Being ‘accent prone’ means being fashion forward, unafraid to accessorize and try out new trends.

Literally, you are prone to accent -- either your home or yourself. To be accent prone in fashion could be layering arm candy, wearing some awesome shoes, carrying a bold handbag or scarf, or any fashion accessory. To be accent prone in your home is to not have all matching cookie cutter furniture and decor. Maybe you have a bright entryway table, some patterned wallpaper, fun pillows, a geometric rug, bright accessories or a well-designed gallery way. All of these things would make your home accent prone. From head to toe, wall to wall, we live life by that definition. Follow along with us on the blog as we show you how to live life more accent prone for yourselves!”

Cheri, and her husband Justin recently bought a new home that they hope to transform into a space that exudes that accent prone style they know so well! Cheri’s blog will show us how to create accent prone spaces in our own homes, as well as how to accessorize our wardrobes to be more accent prone! “While I believe a good designer can decorate using any style and cater it to each person’s unique home and taste, my favorite that I use in my home is rustic contemporary,” said Cheri. “I love organic woods and furnishings mixed with surprisingly contemporary variations.

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Accent Prone is located at 1030-F South Main Street in Kernersville.

For more information, call 336.310.4753, or visit the website at accentprone.com.

DIY Shiplap Wall – Accessorizing and Living room makeover still in progress.

Stay tuned for the final reveal!

As with everything in life, balance is key. The Furniture Market is probably the greatest inspiration we get for design. Every season, there are so many new designs, colors and trends introduced at each of these markets. The biggest designers from all over the world are always there, and it’s so fun to see the new trends before they hit retail stores.

Pinterest and Houzz are also two of my addictions. I am always pinning ideas and saving pictures to my phone of looks I want to try to recreate or items to bring in to Accent Prone. If you have looks or rooms that you love but don’t know how to create them for yourself, then bring in the pictures, and we will help you curate the look.”

What is truly remarkable about Accent Prone is how reasonable the prices are for high quality pieces. “We sell all furniture market samples form High Point,” said Cheri.

“Because we buy out entire showrooms of floor samples, before and after market, we are able to sell the pieces to our customers at wholesale prices which is typically half of normal retail. We have a very expensive look for a very affordable price tag! We literally carry every design style at Accent Prone. From modern to traditional, rustic to contemporary, mid-century, transitional, French country and everything in between.

We get in a full truckload every single week, so our inventory is constantly changing.

We have a lot of customers that check back often to see the new items we have gotten in.

And, our design advice is always free! Bring in some pictures and measurements of your space, and we will be glad to help you select some pieces that work.”

Photography by Catelin McNamara Interested in her photography services?

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vendors, prizes, photo opportunities, refreshments and a silent auction. “This event gets bigger and better every year,” said organizers Lana Schlotfeldt (Village Inn) and Helen Naples (Women’s Wellness). “We are pumped to celebrate five years of sweating towards a cure!” All of the participating Zumba instructors donate their time and talents toward this worthy cause; and several of them are volunteering specifically in honor or in memory of a loved one who has battled breast cancer…

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Amalia Grennan in honor of her friend, Stacey McGowan

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Stacey’s mother, Mary (who was a second mom to me) died of breast cancer after a long, brave struggle. I am dancing in memory of Mary, as well as in honor of Stacey, who is now fighting her own battle with breast cancer. I commend Stacey not only for her strength and courage, but also for her openness, honesty and humor as she shares her journey. Recently she revealed, “I need to be guided into something better, so that [at the end of my day] I feel…like I made a difference to somebody or something.” Stacey, I thank God for your breath and good health – you are making a difference – inspiring many women to keep up the fight!

My friend Nga’s struggle against breast cancer began in 2006. After a lumpectomy, six chemotherapy treatments and 33 radiation treatments, she was declared “cancer-free.” Until July of last year (2014) -- this time, a mastectomy and a brutal one-year regimen of chemotherapy. Nga’s courage is a constant source of inspiration to me. She is like a little bulldog that will not quit. Nga credits her strength of mind, body and spirit to the love, support and prayers of her family and friends. Her advice to other breast cancer survivors?

“Be strong, and never give up. Let your friends and family help you.

Be positive. Have faith in God, and believe in prayer.” You are precious to God, Nga. And precious to us! We love you.

LaQuinta Sanchez in memory of her grandmother, Shirley Lee Mathieu My grandmother was basically the only connection I had to my father, who spent most of his life in prison. But she did her best to fill his shoes by spending time with my younger brother and me. I can remember all the summers spent in her home – about an hour west of New Orleans (true Cajun country). She was a gifted chef, a talented seamstress, a down-to-earth conversationalist and one heck of an entrepreneur (working and running several businesses at once). After fighting breast cancer into remission, she finally succumbed to it a few years later. My grandmother was a great role model, a true matriarch. I will always be grateful for her presence in my life.

Tinia Scott in memory of her sister, Zennia Phillips-Howard My amazing sister, Zennia, was one of the most caring, loving and generous people I have ever known. In a family of seven siblings, she was the “mama” of the bunch, and I was the “baby girl” – always admiring her and aspiring to be like her. Having tragically lost both of our parents to cancer, we knew the fight we were up against when Zennia was diagnosed with breast cancer in June of 2005. But she wowed us all with her never-ending patience, love, courage and spirit to win. She waged a valiant battle before passing in May of 2007. Zennia continues to be an inspiration to our family and me. Her spirit will always live within us and in her beautiful children. She will never be forgotten. I love you, Zennia!

Gail Henderson Cherry in honor of her mother, Dorothy Henderson Seale I really admire my mom. I knew she was strong, but I learned that she is much stronger than I imagined! My mom has taught me to live each day to the fullest, to appreciate life. Five years after her initial encounter with breast cancer (surgery and radiation in 2010), her health and happiness continue to grow stronger. As a grandmother to seven grandchildren, she says that being a part of their lives brings her immeasurable joy. “Today” she says, “I am so grateful that science has provided so many cures for cancer patients.

We survivors are eternally grateful to organizations such as Komen Northwest NC which benefit research. For the many people involved in this year's 2015 Party in Pink fundraising event, thank you!”

Renee Grace Pickett in honor of her student, Marcia Tabor (AKA “Chocolate”) I am so very proud to stand next to my student and friend – an incredible overcomer and an inspiration to us all! Before her recent mastectomy, she asked her doctor, “How long will I be out of my Zumba class?” I wanted to laugh and cry at the same time. She is already looking for ways to be proactive in cancer awareness and prevention, in addition to her existing program which helps children and parents learn to eat healthy together. What an amazing leader and role model – showing us how strong and capable we are as women. I can’t wait to have her shaking it again in Zumba class soon!

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Terri Bias & Associates – A Creative Approach to Selling Your Home

By Martie Emory

elling your home is, well, a journey. You have made it your own, made lasting memories in it and you have loved it. The task of finding its next owner – while giving your family the freedom to land a perfect new place as well – can be overwhelming.

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Joining forces with an experienced realtor is the first step towards achieving mutual seller and buyer happiness, and with Terri Bias as your listing specialist, the service is personal and to the point.

With more than 25 years experience as the team’s leader, Terri has put together a very specialized office of professionals, and that’s what makes it work. We have a mixture of listing and buyers agents on staff focusing on Forsyth, Davie, Davidson, Yadkin, Guilford, Surry and Iredell counties. If you’ve got a home to rent, they also handle property management. Buyers’ agents work at no cost to the homebuyer and work to get the buyer the best scenario and price for his or her lifestyle.

Every homeowner recognizes the phrase “curb appeal” which includes the obvious basics of keeping the lawn freshly mowed, the driveway clean and planting seasonal flowers to enhance the look of his or her home sweet home. But, there’s more.

“Step back, and look at your house as a potential buyer,” said Terri.

“Be honest with yourself, and make adjustments.”

While it’s true that kitchens can make or break a sale, Terri stresses that a full kitchen makeover isn’t always necessary. If you’re planning a major re-do, take a look at other kitchens in homes around your neighborhood first.

“If you over-spend on a gourmet kitchen in a starter-home neighborhood, it’s going to be hard to recoup the return on your investment,” said Terri. “Buyers do want to see a sparkling clean kitchen they can walk right in to and start enjoying.”

Even if you don’t typically set a formal table, take time to designate a dining space, and set your table for dinner – even if it’s casual.

Potential buyers will feel welcome right away!

Refreshing the master bath also garners you points with prospective buyers, but putting a new face on the old fixtures can be as simple – and budget friendly – as new paint, new hardware and updated lighting.

Now that you’re ready to set things in motion, we’ve got Terri’s “Top Ten Staging Tips” to get you started on the road to a closing: 1. Change your mind frame. Step back and take a critical look at your home as if you were the buyer.

2. De-clutter and de-personalize. Buyers can get distracted looking at your family portraits and miss key points about your home.

A minimal amount of “stuff” can make a room seem larger.

3. Think neutral wall tones. Neutral walls and floors emphasize the space and allow buyers to visualize their belongings in your space.

(That’s going to mean a “no” to your teenager’s wild paint color request!)

4. Light it up! Add table lamps or floor lamps to any dark areas

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around the house, and when preparing for a showing, always leave the lights on and the blinds open.

5. Keep furniture size appropriate for the room. Don’t fill every square inch.

6. Stay on top of general maintenance including changing air filters, replacing bulbs as needed, keeping gutters cleared and damages or leaks repaired.

7. Clean, clean and clean some more. Scrub, mop, vacuum every room and pressure wash the driveway and siding if needed.

Hire a carpet cleaning company to rid your home of stains, pet odors or cigarette smoke but do not go overboard with scented candles or home sprays.

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Make your bed, put away laundry, empty the dishwasher and take out the trash!

9. Define the spaces of your home with appropriate furniture – if you have a catchall room, de-clutter it now, and find a real purpose for the room. Otherwise, it seems like wasted space.

10. Continue to make improvements while your home is on the market. Maintain cleanliness, and if you make any major changes, let your agent know so he or she can re-photograph and update your listing.

Terri Bias & Associates is located at 6201 Town Center Drive, #230, in Clemmons.

Call 336.399.7726 for more information, or visit terribias.com for a glimpse of each team member and how their professional services can match your real estate needs.

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s e h s i W & s m r Luck, Cha I s

By Lisa S.T. Dos

know I am superstitious.

Every morning, I walk into the left side of the shower and only walk out on the right side.

Why? God only knows, but for some reason, like many, I believe in superstitions to maintain the natural balance of the stars, moon and the universe. I’ve never had a day of bad supernatural luck for walking underneath a ladder, opening an umbrella in the home or spilling salt. And I am certain a black cat has crossed my path on a daily basis without any unprecedented cloud of doom following my family. She was, in fact, a family pet. We believe in superstitions because, if anything, they add a bit of quirkiness and fun to our days and months; so, cross your fingers, kiss a baseball bat, and knock on a piece of wood. Let’s talk about superstitions and charms and wishes associated with luck.

Crossing Your Fingers: Sacred geometry! This was the belief that good spirits resided at the intersection of a cross. As a result, wishes were made to a spirit by crossing two fingers using two hands. How we cross our fingers today began in the 14th or 15th century during the Hundred Years’ War. In battle, soldiers sought a little luck and began to cross their fingers to ward off evils and illness. Today, the expression, “I’ll keep my fingers crossed,” continues to be a form of hoping for luck.

Throwing Salt Over Your Left Shoulder: Spilling salt is considered a bad omen; therefore, to “risk looking the devil in the eye,” the spiller is supposed to focus on the present while tossing salt backward. Why the left shoulder? Well, anything associated with the left side was considered sinister. As a biblical reference, you may remember the story of Lot’s wife. She defied God, looking back as the kingdoms of Sodom and Gomorrah were being destroyed, and she became a pillar of salt. We can look upon this superstition in other ways, too. Once upon a time, salt was a fine commodity and should not be spilled.

Knocking on Wood: Thousands of years ago, people from Indonesia to the British Isles believed trees housed god and nature spirits. To ask for favors, people would knock on the trunk to rid it of evil spirits.

Rabbit’s Foot: From the Aztecs to the Chinese, magical properties are associated with the cunning and survival tactics of the “lucky” rabbit. German and Scottish people believed the hare could place an “evil eye” on people; so, the obvious answer is to carry the animal’s hind foot for protection. While a rabbit’s foot was once used to apply makeup, many actors today keep the good luck charm in their own professional case.

Wishing Upon a Star: We can thank the Roman Goddess of love, who is named after the planet Venus, for the desire to wish upon a star. In Greek mythology, she is the goddess of shooting stars, prophetic dreams, oracles, and the prophecies of night. Over the centuries, praying upon a star evolved into a wish. The connection between twinkling stars and sweet dreams is taught early in babyhood and follows many of us throughout our days and years.

Cake and Candles: The ancient Greeks celebrated Artemis, the goddess of the moon, with round honey cakes topped with candles. In honor of her glow, we have the symbolism of light. Adding a candle each of year of life increases the idea of a greater glow, a greater tribute to one individual; therefore, celebrations of big birthdays year-after-year should include every candle.

There are various superstitions in asking for a wish when candles are blown out. Never tell your wish; otherwise, it will not come true.

In addition, some believe, the smoke is carried with your wish to heaven.

And, best of all, birthdays are traditionally associated with a day of luck and congratulations!

How many superstitions have we passed on to our children and grandchildren? There is no harm in spreading along the idea of magic, good fortune, and the hopefulness of wishes, dreams, and health. Regardless of the times, through superstitions, prayer and hope are constant.

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11 Ways to Uplift Your Spouse

By Stacy Leighton

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remember my grandpa always referred to my grandma as his “bride.” At any given moment, Grandpa could tell you how many years, months and days they had been married. They were so in love, forever newlyweds. She passed before he did.

When he did leave us at 93, he was still madly in love with Grandma, and he was looking forward to being with her again.

I always wished I would have that kind of marriage. It occurs to me that even after nearly 30 years, I still feel like a newlywed.

I do have that kind of marriage.

Through thick and thin, good and bad, we are as one. He is the rock to which I tether my balloon and, sometimes, I am the rock to his balloon. We are a team, and when one of us needs uplifting, the silly day-to-day worries fall away and that becomes the only priority. Here are our top 11 ways to uplift a spouse (and keep them uplifted).

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Know when to talk, when to listen and when to just be there with him or her in quiet solidarity. More than just a spouse, this is also your best friend, your champion for life. He/she is the one who always has your back.

2. Flirt. You are never too familiar to “flirt.” With a touch or a

shared secret smile, these sparks can fan the flame and douse a bad mood.

3. Compliment each other. Don’t assume they know you think they’re witty, handsome, talented and clever because you have told them before. Tell them again, and be specific.

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4. Ditch the old arguments. Keeping love new is easier when

we don’t keep score. Avoid sentences that start with “You always.” When we practice selective memory, we are freed up to make new, better memories.

5. Turn up the music, dance in the kitchen and embarrass your kids. Life is sweeter when you give your life a soundtrack.

6. Remember to make time for each other every day. Protect

and preserve the couple that started it all. One day, if we do this parent thing right, our kids will grow up and make lives of their own. It won’t feel like an empty nest but a honeymoon all over again.

7. Never speak ill of one another, to anyone. Never. Ever.

8. Have more adventures together. Go new places. Try new

things that you never thought you would. Remember the best is yet to be.

9. Say “yes” more.

10. Laugh. Every. Single. Day. When we laugh, we release

serotonin, the happy hormone, and norepinephrine which makes it last. When humor is your “go to,” a positive outcome becomes an inevitable way of life.

11. Hold each other more often and always just a little longer

than you think you need to. This releases oxytocin, also called the “love hormone.” This essential hormone in your brain produces a sense of belonging and security.

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Celebrating 80 Years of Live Theatre in Forsyth County

By Kristina Ebbink

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n October 3, 1935, Dorothy Knox presided over a meeting held at Salem Academy. “Drawing attention to the need of organized dramatics for Winston-Salem with aim of building a permanent organization to present the best in dramatic arts for the citizenry,” The Little Theatre of Winston-Salem – now Twin City Stage – was born.

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The oldest performing arts organization in Winston-Salem, Twin City Stage began as a part of the Little Theatre movement. In the 1920s and ‘30s, talented directors, designers and actors came together and decided that they would write and perform plays. It was a fairly radical idea – “you mean you don’t have to be a big, professional company to create theatre” – but it took off. In an article by Dr. Twink Lynch on the American Association of Community Theatre website, “…[more than] 100 community theatres were founded [during those decades]…. Founded primarily by individuals, not groups or clubs, the theatres were representative of all kinds of people, a real cross section of each community.” In 1939, Albert McCleery and Carl Glick wrote in Curtains Going Up!, “Five hundred thousand to a million workers [are involved] in Community Theatres!

And close to fifteen million persons attend their plays!”

In the early days, most of Twin City Stage’s plays were performed at Reynolds Auditorium. When that space wasn’t available, the always-innovative volunteers found a variety of other places to perform – the West End School, Salem Academy, Wiley School, a few living rooms and even a barn. In the early 1950s, a small space downtown – the Fourth Street Playhouse – served as the company’s temporary dwelling. When the new Hanes Community Center was built on Coliseum Drive in 1957, the theatre company finally had a permanent home.

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Flash forward 80 years, and Twin City Stage is still going strong. Looking back at the more than 450 productions and the more than 20,000 volunteers who have given countless hours of their time, there’s no question that this community theatre is not only an integral part of the City of Arts and Innovation, it’s also nestled securely in the hearts of Winston-Salem’s residents. This season, Twin City Stage is producing nine plays and musicals and presenting three touring productions as well as offering acting classes and camps for children and teens.

And throwing a birthday party! On Saturday, October 3rd, Twin City Stage will invite the community to celebrate the theatre’s past, present and future. “We’re excited to be marking the milestone of 80 years of creating theatre in our community,” said TCS Executive Director Maureen Daly. “Our birthday is a great opportunity to look back and remember, lay out the path for our future and to express sincere gratitude and appreciation to all the people who have been a part of the organization’s success.”

Two events will be offered that day – a community open house from 10am-1pm and an evening birthday party from 7-10pm. Both will take place at the Arts Council Theatre, where historical photos and memorabilia from Twin City Stage’s eight decades will be on display.

The Open House will offer guests “behind the scenes” tours of the theatre and a chance to learn how plays and musicals are brought to the stage. Admission is free, and reservations are not required. Refreshments will be provided. Tours begin in the lobby.

The evening birthday party will bring together Twin City Stage members, volunteers, patrons and friends – old and new – to celebrate with a dessert reception, live entertainment, video presentation and other festivities, culminating in the lighting of a grand birthday cake, courtesy of Dewey’s Bakery. RSVPs are requested for this event by calling 336.748.0857 ext. 209 or emailing kristina@twincitystage.org.

American Playwright and Novelist Thornton Wilder wrote, “I regard the theatre as the greatest of all art forms, the most immediate way in which a human being can share with another the sense of what it is to be a human being.” For 80 years, Twin City Stage has embraced this philosophy and brought people together to laugh, cry, think, build and create…and it’s planning to do that for 80 years to come, too.

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For further information, visit www.twincitystage.org or the Twin City Stage Facebook page.

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THINGS THAT MAKE YOU

By Omar & Christie

Making Sense of Your Life After Tragedy

ow would you describe your vision of a perfect love life? Many people would list a series of events starting with falling in love, getting married, building a nest full of three loving children and a golden retriever, taking annual family trips to the beach, watching the three loving children grow into happy, successful adults, retiring early and celebrating their 65th anniversary surrounded by friends, neighbors and family.

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This vision looks like a Cialis commercial, minus the Cialis. The reality is that only five to six percent of all marriages reach their 50th wedding anniversaries, so the percent that make it to 65 years is slim. Life paints a messy scene on the ideal image of a lifetime love with events like divorce, illness and disability, accidental deaths and fatal diseases like cancer.

Losing a partner before your love story was supposed to end can leave those left behind feeling lost, lonely and in search of answers to why this loss happened to them; will they ever love again; should they try to love again?

Making sense out of life after losing a partner, not to mention making sense of a future love life, is a unique journey for each person. Some spouses, who have nursed a sick husband or wife for several months, or even years, may be ready to search for happiness right away. They began their grieving process during a lengthy illness before losing their loved ones. Some widowers may need years to grieve before resuming a love life that includes someone new. This may be the case for sudden tragic losses that quickly devastate the partners, leaving them to navigate through their shock and disbelief. And, there are people who choose not to find a lover, but who only want companionship or friends and family for support.

There are no right or wrong answers to the questions of whether you should date again or how long someone should wait before dating. This is a personal decision based on a unique loss, family circumstance and emotional experience. The need to date again may be very minimal for someone who has been married to his or her best friend for 60 years.

The grieving process for a divorcee may be very similar to the emotional journey of losing a spouse or partner. Some divorcees may say this emotional process is more painful than that of being widowed. Again, every relationship and loss is unique, but seeing an ex-spouse on a regular basis may frequently open old wounds and result in a chronic emotional “illness” unlike the finality of the death of a partner.

Whatever the reason for the loss or tragedy, women who decide to return to dating may carry emotional baggage that prevents them from enjoying this new journey after loss. The contents of the bag may vary depending on the current stage of life (nesting, raising a family, retirement, etc.), their success with the grieving process and the purpose for dating again. Some women may date in hopes of finding a father for their children, financial support and security, companionship, entertainment or maybe even love.

Everyone’s baggage is different, but a common emotion for those returning to love is the feeling of guilt.

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Guilt can sometimes be a constant nag, or it can take the form of a sudden roadblock that keeps even the most well-intentioned person from enjoying life and finding love again. Humans are very experienced at feeling guilty; guilt over not doing enough to save your spouse from an illness; guilt over what the children will think if you date someone other than their dad; guilt over feeling happy and in love again when your former partner has passed; or guilt trips imposed on you by family and friends over dating too soon.

Guilt has no use in making sense out of life after loss.

Only the person experiencing the loss knows the right time and place to begin dating again, so guilt has no purpose other than to hold him or her back from a positive outlook on life and maybe even from finding love and happiness.

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Lower extremity stress fractures generally hurt when you are up walking, running, or jumping. They typically feel like a sharp pain in a very specific point over the surface of a bone. Signs and symptoms of lower extremity stress fractures may include: • Pain during activity (walking, running, or jumping) • Sharp pain over a specific point on the bone (point tenderness) • Swelling without bruising at the site of pain • Aching pain after activity

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By Sara Migliarese f you frequent a gym, YMCA, or other exercise facility, you may have occasionally noticed fellow “athletes” limping in a walking boot, sometimes two walking boots. These walking wounded tend to fall into a few categories: overzealous and slightly older female athlete, over-zealous younger male athlete, and older female just trying to get a little too much exercise. Sometimes these folks are frequent flyers, wearing a boot for 4-6 weeks, then walking boot-free, then donning the beautiful black Velcro and plastic boot for another few months.

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As a physical therapist (PT), I am always interested in the injury stories resulting in the need for a walking boot. At the gym, the story usually involves “running through the pain” to reach a fitness goal or while training for a timed long-distance event. In your neighborhood, the story may involve someone new to exercise who tries to do too much, too fast, going from couch potato to walking or running five miles in too few weeks. I recently asked a neighbor about her exercise program (questions that PTs ask even when it is not National Physical Therapy month). She explained that she had started a daily walking program a few months back at a local trail, but that after two weeks she had to stop because of a stress fracture in her foot. She swore off exercise! For a PT, this is like a dagger to the heart.

Maybe my neighbor could have avoided this painful injury if she were armed with some education on how to begin an exercise program, along with the risks for developing activity-related injuries like stress fractures. So, what is a stress fracture?

According to the American Physical Therapy Association, “Stress fractures are tiny cracks that occur in bone, usually related to repetitive activities that impact the bone in a similar way over time. These stresses lead to change in the normal process of bone breakdown and reformation. Stress fractures are most common in the feet and legs, as these structures bear weight during walking, running, and jumping.”

Stress fractures make up about 8% of all activity-related injuries of the lower extremities, and female athletes are about one-third more likely to develop stress fractures in the legs and feet. While athletes may be more susceptible to these types of injuries, individuals who walk, march, or spend much of their workday on hard floors are also at risk (apta.org).

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If you experience these types of symptoms after activity, a visit to a PT can help. Your physical therapist will ask several questions regarding the onset and duration of your symptoms and will perform special tests to help determine the likelihood that you have an activity-related lower extremity stress fracture. To provide a definitive diagnosis, your physical therapist will collaborate with an orthopedic physician or other health care provider. The physician may order further tests, such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or a bone scan to confirm the diagnosis. Stress fractures are treated by resting the leg as much as possible. Whatever activities you are participating in that increase force in the legs (running, jumping or “cutting” in sports) must be stopped for at least three weeks in order for the bone to begin the healing process. Your physical therapist can decide whether you should use a compressive brace, crutches, or a walking boot to protect your bone while it is healing. Your therapist can design a specific treatment program for you.

While there are no guaranteed ways of preventing lower extremity stress fractures, there are a number of factors known to be associated with their occurrence. These include: • Excessive impact physical activity (running, jumping, cutting) with inadequate rest • Running more than 25 miles per week • A sudden increase in physical activity • Consumption of more than 10 alcoholic beverages per week • Smoking • Inadequate nutrition, including low calorie and Vitamin D Thinking back to my neighbor’s stress fracture story, she definitely had a sudden increase in physical activity, going from zerp days of exercise to 14 days straight. Consulting a PT or physician prior to starting an exercise program would have been a good idea for her and could have possibly prevented her painful fracture and her disdain for exercise.

Maybe I can talk her back into walking? It’s PT month. Anything is possible!

Resources: American Physical Therapy Association (apta.org), public resource on Stress Fractures, December, 2013

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lanning an event and need some assistance? Mama Lied Planners in Winston-Salem is here to help! Company Owner Tess Stewart grew up watching her mother work as a wedding planner, but at a young age, she discovered she wanted a career that had nothing to do with event planning. However, after planning her engagement party this past year and helping family and friends with parties, Stewart, along with her cousin Angie, decided to pursue a new adventure.

“Angie and I watched our mothers from childhood and saw how easy they made things look,” said Stewart. “It was amazing how fast my mom could plan a wedding. When you start doing it for yourself, from running the errands to putting everything together, you see how much time it takes and that you can’t do it all. You realize then that mama lied about everything that’s involved with an event. There is also a sense of southern flare, southern mama and southern hospitality that comes with the name.”

“We just looked at each other one night and asked ‘why not?’” said Stewart. “Plus, event planning gives both of us a creative outlet and way to de-stress.”

These inspirations have the company already looking into the future with creative and fun ideas. One of those ideas is to expand and grow into a different location.

This started the foundation for Mama Lied Planners, which officially opened its doors for business in August of 2015. Their services include everything from planning weddings and parties to charity events and more.

“Our goal is to be bigger, but not too big,” said Stewart. “We would love to have a cottage house, similar to a storefront, with different rooms and additional employees. There might also be a t-shirt line added and [we could] possibly explore the option of more traveling.”

“If you can celebrate it, we can plan it,” said Stewart. “We feel as if this is one of the ways we can give back. In addition, we help with decorating for events and holidays, shopping for items and writing cards. Basically, if you don’t know how to get something done or don’t have time, we can do it.”

When it comes to contacting Mama Lied Planners for an event, they recommend the earlier, the better. For weddings, there needs to be at least six months to plan. For other events, the timeline is determined based on the type of event. Starting early allows for better discounts and venue bookings. The business’ main markets are Forsyth, Guilford, Stokes and Surry counties, but they are willing to travel within a certain distance.

Another service provided by the company is working within a client’s budget.

“The only thing a client needs to bring with them for the first meeting is a budget,” said Stewart. “That way, we have an idea to work with and know where to go. This gives us a chance to see what we need to rent, if there are things we can make, etc. After this, the sky is the limit.”

As far as the name Mama Lied Planners goes, Stewart says it is a way for her and Angie to connect with their mothers, who are no longer with them.

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Mama Lied Planners is currently working on introducing themselves to other vendors and event planners. They have already made several connections through helping with events such as the Carolina Wedding Show. In addition, they are preparing for their debut party for family, friends and local businesses later this year.

“We don’t view others as competition; we view others as comrades,” said Stewart. “If you’re in this business, it’s because you love doing it. Events are fun. It’s scary, but fun.”

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he eyebrow is furrowed as she looks up at you with those pleadingly beautiful, but saddened, brown eyes.

If the dog is gifted in the art of “begging,” she may tilt her head and then gaze longingly over at your plate of food.

It is a great tactic, and one that usually makes a dog owner surrender. Pizza crust or a corner of hamburger, you may think “It’s only just a tiny piece. Is there any harm?”

Yes and no. A good five star brand of dog food will maintain the fragile balance of a canine’s digestive system; however, there are so many wonderful proteins and fruits that can take away your guilt. Here is a list of food approved for dogs.

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Peanut Butter: A favorite treat of many canines.

Raw, unsalted peanut butter is a great source of protein, and contains heart healthy fats, and vitamins B and E. Some dog toys, like the Kong, will encourage healthy entertainment for hours.

Cooked Chicken: Add a few small pieces into your dog’s evening meal for additional protein. (If you discover you are out of dog food, combine cooked chicken, rice or cooked pasta with minimal sauce together.)

Pumpkin and Sweet Potato: You will often find these two ingredients in dog treats or dog food.

Both are a wonderful source of beta carotene and vitamin A. Baby Carrots: Dog food or treats often include carrots as an ingredient. While it will take care of a dog’s teeth, carrots are high in fiber, vitamin A and beta-carotene.

Cheese: Sprinkling a pinch of loose cheese over a dog’s meal once in a while would be a great treat. Giving your dog melted cheese can cause diarrhea and vomiting. A very small percentage of dogs, also, are lactose intolerant.

Yogurt: While yogurt is high in calcium and protein, it is best if you read the label to ensure you are not giving your dog a brand which contains artificial sweeteners, added sugars, especially high fructose corn syrup. Dogs can receive a dollop every day.

Yogurts with active bacteria, act as a probiotic, and are gentle on your dog’s digestive system. While the weather is still warm, take time to enjoy a fat-free frozen yogurt with your four-legged forever friend.

Eggs: Regardless how you chose to “give” your dog an egg, whether scrambled, boiled, or raw, just know you are boosting your dog’s diet. While some controversy surrounds salmonella, this issue is rare in dogs. All thanks to the egg, neighbors and guests will notice how shiny and even more beautiful your dog’s coat appears.

Apple Slices: Not only are apple slices a great source of vitamins A and C, but the sound of your dog crunching may make you smile, too! Yes, leave the skin on, but ensure your dog does not eat the seeds or the core, which could cause choking.

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Blueberries: A blue super-food given to a dog? Absolutely!

While the antioxidants and fiber give your body a wonderful boost, it will do the same for your dog. (If you are worried about the mess, offer her a small handful of frozen blueberries. It will be crunchy and delicious!)

Strawberries: If you were surprised that blueberries made the list, strawberries are also full of antioxidants. One of the best ways to help whiten your dog’s teeth is to give her a few frozen strawberries on occasion.

Oatmeal: There’s nothing like sitting on the couch or at the kitchen table with a warmed bowl of oatmeal, and knowing your four-legged buddy can have some, too. Keep in mind that you should serve it plain with no additives of sugar or flavoring. Oatmeal is a great source of fiber and serves as an alternative to dogs who are allergic to wheat.

Now that we know what is safe to feed our favorite forever friend, we can enhance our dog’s regular diet with nutritious and beneficial additives. The suggestions are not meant to replace portions of your dog’s meal, only to add variety. And, of course, to make every dog lover feel good about giving their favorite beauty or handsome boy table foods.

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r. Sarah Shoaf of Salem Smiles Orthodontics has dedicated herself and her practice to providing orthodontic care to people of all ages using the latest technology and focusing on offering services that satisfy the needs of every patient. Dr. Shoaf routinely studies and assesses these new technologies before offering them to her patients to make sure they are strong options. One of her favorites is Invisalign.

“Many people want to increase their smile’s value by straightening their teeth, but they don't want to have the inconvenience or ugliness of traditional braces,” said Dr. Shoaf. “When patients find out they can get the results they want without the hassles of losing favorite foods, without looking too young when they are trying to get ahead in their professions, and can take them off if they have special occasions, it is a real motivator.”

While older patients are typically the most common candidates for Invisalign, it is available for patients of all ages. “Older teens and adults have been the ‘typical’ Invisalign patient, as many of those first choose Invisalign for the esthetics, only to find the other advantages extra ‘gravy’ to the treatment,” said Dr. Shoaf.

“Invisalign was originally conceived as a way to take care of minor tooth movement but has changed through the years to include all types of treatments, even those previously ‘too difficult’ for the original Invisalign system. With very few exceptions, every patient qualifies as an Invisalign patient in this day and age. Patients who are working or going to school like Invisalign because they only have to come to the office every two months for appointments, rather than the usual four weeks for traditional braces, so it is less of a disruption to their schedules. It is great to think that adults can achieve results for weddings, for job interviews, for periodontal or tooth replacement reasons, and still do it invisibly and comfortably.

A recent study in the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics proved that people with straight teeth were more likely to get the job, as interviewers always chose the person with the straight teeth.”

Additionally, new technologies have changed the way patients are fitted for straightening methods. “There is no reason to stay in the Dark Ages with treatment modalities when new treatments allow you to eat any foods, give greater hygiene access, cut your treatment time in half and have no visible sign of ‘braces,’” said Dr. Shoaf.

“Our use of oral scanning removes the problem of gagging with impressions at the start and finish of treatment, and we are able to save the final models electronically for future reference. The oral scanner is also easier for some of our physically challenged patients, who would otherwise be unable to cooperate for impressions. The scanner also allows us to send more accurate ‘models’ to Invisalign electronically, so instead of having to wait for shipping, we can send the prescription and models almost instantly to begin the fabrication process immediately. The new addition of AcceleDent to our armamentarium allows us to move even faster with Invisalign treatment, as patients using the AcceleDent are able to reduce time

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in each aligner to one week rather than two weeks per aligner, thereby cutting treatment time in half. Our personal experience with AcceleDent has shown it also decreases the tooth movement discomfort, making the whole experience much more pleasant for just a 20 minute treatment done at home each day. Our office also uses a 3-D printer to make any needed models for retainers and insurance companies, which decreases the amount of time needed for assistants to pour and trim models and also increases accuracy for better retainer fit.”

While all this may sound expensive, Dr. Shoaf assures her patients it is not. “What is wonderful about new technology is that it often is no more expensive than the old technology,” said Dr. Shoaf. “We find we spend less in assistant labor costs to make models and retainers. As our patients complete their treatment, we give them their 3-D printer plastic models to preserve at home. If they lose or break a retainer and bring back their undamaged plastic models, we will remake the retainer at a substantial discount. This saves both the patient and our office a lot of time, materials and labor to remake a retainer. Our office policy is to charge the same for traditional braces treatment as for Invisalign treatment, as we feel moving teeth should be the same cost for every patient no matter what modality is used.”

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Celebrating Loved Ones Lost

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urviving the loss of a loved one is a challenge met on a day-to-day basis. Losing someone important to you due to cancer, heart attack or any other fatal event or illness brings a darkness and despair that can be difficult to escape. Each person grieves in his or her own way and at his or her own pace, but eventually, the darkness fades, and life becomes a little brighter. Many loved ones left behind to mourn a loss look for opportunities to celebrate their lost loves, remembering the joyful times and shared moments with family and friends. An upcoming community opportunity called Lights, Love, Hope is a wonderful way to recognize those that have been lost to cancer and who have had an impact on our lives. Tara O’Brien, CEO of Cancer Services, describes his event as, “a collaborative community event open to anyone in our community who wishes to recognize the impact of a lost loved one on their own life and the lives of individuals throughout the whole community.”

Lights, Love, Hope was the brainchild of Marion Alexander and Tara O’Brien as they shared lunch together and reminisced over the recent loss of Marion’s husband, Chuck Alexander, to a sudden heart attack.

According to Marion, they wanted “…to plan an event that helped the community cherish the memories, lessen the grief and celebrate the life of the loved one(s) lost.” They chose All Saints Day and quickly assembled a committee of friends, family and co-workers to organize the event. Arts for Life, Cancer Services and Hospice & Palliative Care Center, along with the Jerry Long YMCA and other local businesses are collaborating partners for the event.

The Lights, Love, Hope celebration will take place on Sunday, November 1, 2015, from 4-6pm at the Jerry Long YMCA in Clemmons. There is no cost for attendance, but donations are welcome. The event will include individual art projects appropriate for any age group facilitated by Arts for Life, a community art project sponsored by Cancer Services, quilt signing and messaging for a loved one, face painting for children, uplifting music, healthy snacks and a luminary lantern that can be decorated and released later from home.

The setting will be outdoors, weather permitting, or indoors in the YMCA if inclement weather occurs. All of the activities are intended to celebrate the memory of a lost loved one and bring a little light and joy to those missing them.

Gina Frank captured the spirit of the event in this quote:

“Losing someone we love to cancer is very painful.

It’s even worse to see them suffer. When they die, we know by our faith that their suffering has stopped. But our hearts are broken. While we can’t bring them back, remembering them is always a special moment. Releasing a lantern penned with a love message is a gesture of hope. Hope for the day we will meet again. Hope that they feel our love.

Hope of renewing our faith in being reunited again one day.”

Please join your community on November 1st from 4-6pm if you would like to share in this celebration of hope and remembrance.

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here’s not a day that doesn’t go by that I don’t look at my lovely wife Lesa and know that I could have died this past year if not for her quick actions,” said Terry Lewis, Bermuda Run resident and a 40-year veteran of BB&T in Winston-Salem. Lesa had to do something that most women hope to never experience. In the middle of the night, Lesa had to perform CPR on her husband of 12 years.

In April of 2014, Terry had no idea how he and his wife’s lives were about to change. Just 12 hours earlier, Terry, an avid hiker, had completed the second leg of a 75-mile hike on the Appalachian Trail.

“We had gone to bed early,” said Lesa. “Terry was making an unusual sound that woke me up. I tried all I could, but I could not wake him.”

Lesa dialed 911. The 911 Operator, Stephanie Speer, coached Lesa through performing CPR until Terry responded.

“One of the few things that I actually remember is Lesa constantly repeating to me, ‘you need to stay with me Terry,’” said Terry.

“I was scared to death, and I just thank God for waking me. I am so grateful for Stephanie’s calmness which helped me stay composed during the most terrifying time of my life,” said Lesa.

“Terry coded for the first time shortly after the paramedics arrived,” said Lesa. “The paramedics were able to start his heart again at home with the use of an automated external defibrillator. An AED was used to bring my husband back to me four more times that day.”

“I had experienced a cardiac event in my sleep,” said Terry.

“An emergency heart catheterization revealed that I needed bypass heart surgery on five arteries with a 90% blockage, and a pacemaker and defibrillator needed to be installed.”

“I am a walking testament that God is still transferring tragedy into triumph and still performing life-saving miracles today,” said Terry. “I have a second chance at life.

I’m just one of the many lives saved in our community because of the funds raised for the American Heart Association in the Triad.”

“We were so humbled by the outpouring of love and support during Terry’s event and throughout our recovery,” said Lesa and Terry. “We could never thank the members from the Calvary Baptist Church, our neighbors, family and friends enough for helping us through this time in our lives.”

“Through the benefits of the American Heart Association funded research, Stephanie’s CPR coaching, amazing physicians and the Grace of God, I am able to enjoy the unmatched sound of my adorable grandchildren calling me grandpa, absorb my mother’s warm embrace and cherish each whisper of ‘I love you’ from my wife,” said Terry.

Lesa and Terry have asked their family and friends to join their team, “The Miracle Milers,” for the American Heart Association’s Tanglewood Heart & Stroke Walk. The dollars raised for the Walk go directly to the continued advancements of medical procedures and techniques and ever-improving standards of care.

The Tanglewood Heart & Stroke Walk with local My Heart.

My Life. Sponsor Wake Forest Baptist Health will take place on Saturday, October 17th, at Tanglewood Park in Clemmons.

The walk includes a stroller and pet friendly one and four mile walk. Walkers are also invited to dress up their doggies for the first-ever Pooches on Parade. For more information, visit www.tanglewoodheartwalk.org. To donate to Terry and Lesa’s team “The Miracle Milers,” visit http://heartwalk.kintera.org/tanglewoodnc/terrylewis.

“Like many of us, I went through life thinking I was invincible,” said Terry. However, he had a family history of deadly cardiovascular disease. His sister and mother both had triple bypass heart surgeries. “Unfortunately, my two younger brothers passed away in their sleep with cardiovascular disease at the very young ages of 39 and 40.”

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Terror 2015: Experience the Woods of Terror

By Denise Heidel with Eddie H. McLaurin

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or 24 years, the Woods of Terror has thrilled and terrified visitors. An elaborate production each year, the Woods of Terror employees over 10 actors and is operational 23 days in the fall. We had the opportunity to meet with the mastermind behind the terror, Eddie H. McLaurin.

DH: Please tell us about how you got started with the Woods of Terror.

EM: I grew up building forts and tree houses in the woods, and after I inherited the land, my entrepreneurial spirit kicked in and I took on a new level of building when I started the Woods of Terror.

I saw the potential when I originally began using the land as a salvage yard. As the years went on, I would place items and then find them moved or rearranged. I guess the spirits like it a certain way, so I left it alone.

DH: How long do you spend planning the new season and what goes into developing the various attractions?

EM: This has evolved into a year-long process. In 1995, I started planning in early September. By 2000, I was planning things in July. By 2010, planning began in January. I’ve been working on the 2015 season since fall 2014, and am even working on a new attraction for 2017! I spend an hour every night of the season, observing the attraction and making decisions about what we can do to make things run more smoothly, making it more detailed, and figuring out what needs to be added. It’s an ongoing process!

DH: What is involved with preparing for each night?

EM: It can best be described as organized chaos. The actors get their costumes and props before heading to makeup. Our makeup artists are phenomenal, and have won 2nd place in the Makeup Wars at the Midwest Haunters Convention.

While the actors are getting ready, our dedicated and talented maintenance staff are busy with pneumatic, audio, and lighting to make sure everything is up and running for the show.

At 7 PM, we begin the monster parade. This is when the actors go through the Midway, teasing the waiting customers as to what to expect when they get into the Woods.

We do some chants and callbacks. We then have a guest sing the National Anthem, set off fireworks, then, fire up the chainsaws!

The actors assume their positions in the Woods, and our guests begin their tour!

DH: What is one of your most memorable experiences from Woods of Terror?

EM: I could write a book from the stories we have! Our actors exchange stories at the end of the night as soldiers might exchange war stories. A

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Woods of Terror is open on the following dates:

September 25 - 26 October 2 – 3 October 8 – 11 particular badge of honor is if October 13 they can get three people to wet October 15 – 18 their pants in a single night!

October 22 – 25 We have guests who pass out October 29 – November 1 during the tour! Admittedly, as November 6 – 7 much as we want to give the audience a scare, it’s always shocking and scary to see them black out!

DH: You’ve been recognized by MSN as one of the Top 14 haunted destinations in America. Can you tell us a little about this honor?

EM: The quality of my set scenes, props, and infamous acting crew began to be recognized by not only my fan base, but others in the haunt industry.

Haunt industry leaders and experts have come to visit and helped spread the word.

It’s a great honor to be recognized by my peers and make these rankings! We definitely have our talented team members and loyal customer fan base to thank for helping make that possible!

DH: What kind of visitor feedback do you receive?

EM: 95% of our feedback is positive with a focus on the quality and length of the show, and the quality of our actors.

Our audience agrees that our ticket price of $28 is well worth the experience.

DH: How long will the Woods of Terror be open?

EM: Woods of Terror is a part of McLaurin Farms. This particular event opens on September 25th and runs through November 7th. The farm is open for other events throughout the year. We also host a Christmas event, a spring festival, and have more planned for 2016.

Woods of Terror is located at 5601 North Church Street, Greensboro, NC 27455. Call 643.3558 for more information. Visit WoodsOfTerror.com and be sure to like them on Facebook.

“If you live in the Triad or in the general vicinity of Woods of Terror, you need to go to it at least once…I am so glad I went because it was a ton of fun.” –Holly, Yelp review get get in the Halloween mood and “This is a great place to go to The le. edib incr are rs acto The !! a good scare or two or three!!! have fun at this haunt!!!!” will You ch. not top is e-up mak ~NM, TripAdvisor review “I am not scared easily, but Woods of Terror freaked me out!!! Job well done.” –Chelsea, Yelp review

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The Memoirs of Cleopatra: A Novel

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The Sewingly Yours Family Expands

By Lindsay Craven

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he Sewingly Yours family has grown in 2015 and that growth has brought along technological advancements and expansion to provide even more services and programs for loyal customers. In their 12th year of business, the owners of Sewingly Yours take pride in its development and progress. It is not only a trusted retailer for customers but a trusted friend.

“This business is not a regular retail business, this is a relationship business,” said Co-owner Teresa Conrad. “We offer a support system here and we’ve built lifelong friendships with people through this store. It’s a sisterhood.”

The sisterhood recently became even more of a family affair earlier this year with the addition of new Co-owner Amber Dietz, Teresa’s daughter. With Amber’s arrival, the store now has the leadership of three generations.

Amber moved back to North Carolina from Boston and joined the store in February.

“I consider moving back here and joining the store my second life,” said Amber. “I’d been away for seven years and it was like coming in to another family, because not only am I joining in ownership with my mother and get to work with my grandmother, but everyone here considers each other family.”

Amber has a background in software consulting and finance for over 10 years and her strong technical background has meant lots of advancements for Sewingly Yours.

She immediately got to work updating the store’s website, making it possible for regular class calendar updating and easy online newsletter access.

“Where you used to have to come in to the store for new information, you can now visit the website and find a complete listing of our current and upcoming classes, and you can even register for classes and receive your supply list online,” said Amber.

The store is also in the process of developing an online store where customers near and far will be able to find many of the items for purchase in the store. “We’ll begin with the sale of our kits and other items custom to Sewingly Yours and then expand,” said Amber.

The store has also become more active on its Facebook page and created and Instagram and Pinterest posts so that customers and fans can stay abreast of all the exciting new products arriving daily.

“We have increased our fabric lines with new items such as Tula Pink, Andover, Alison Glass and Cotton and Steel,” said Teresa. “We’re also

expanding our products to include more dual-use items that can appeal to our crafting customers, such as the Silhouette Cameo. This product is not only great for cutting fabric kits but can also cut paper, vinyl and cardstock.”

The store is also reaching out to crafters by adding more “Make It and Take It” classes that last only two hours, in which students will have a completed project before they leave. Students will be making items such as a clutch, men’s wallet and more.

Teresa said that Sewingly Yours will also be expanding its youth program. Previously, youth classes were only offered as a summer sewing camp during July and August. Teresa said the program will now be offered year round.

To learn more about Sewingly Yours’ newest developments, as well as classes and events, sign up for monthly newsletters at sewinglyyours.net, and visit the Facebook page at Facebook.com/sewinglyyours.

Sewingly Yours is located at 1329 LewisvilleClemmons Road in Lewisville. Hours are Monday through Friday 10am-5pm and Saturdays 10am-3pm.

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A City's Canvas: Profiles of the Artists of Downtown Winston-Salem

“As a special effects makeup artist, I sculpt, mold and cast all of my prosthetic pieces. I do all of my fabrication work, including headpieces and costume pieces. As my ‘fall back’ job I am an Art Director, Show Coordinator and Supervising Makeup Artist for a nationally recognized haunted house, coming up on its 30th Anniversary. I have access to amazing original film quality sets, thousands of handmade, one of a kind costumes and film quality props. I try to use all that is at my disposal for photo shoots, installations and film work. Thankfully, my bosses are very supportive of my individual creative endeavors and allow me a lot of creative free range, which means I am rarely, if ever, bored at work.” she adds.

Michael’s ultimate goal and her vision for her artwork is something much loftier and ambitious than just providing a good scare or catching the eye. “Back inside the house that I grew up in, I was surrounded by strong women. My grandmother, our loving matriarch, was a hugely positive force in my life and remains a constant source of inspiration. I attempt to create images which reconcile my feelings for that strong female figure. I strive to empower women by creating strong female characters through my work. Being surrounded by a strong family of women helped to shape this view,” she concludes.

Artist of the Month: Amber Michael

By David Willard

scar Wilde once said, “Art is the most intense mode of individualism that the world has known.” This insight into artists and their work is a reminder of how deeply artists are connected to their art. It is a piece of themselves.

It is a window into their thoughts, hopes, and even beliefs, and it is those same windows that make each trip down the streets of downtown Winston-Salem a journey. This month’s journey to downtown Winston-Salem looks at an artist who takes her art to a new kind of canvas.

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Amber Michael is a 28 year old makeup artist who specializes in special effects, beauty, and body painting. Also, just for good measure, she is a painter and amateur photographer. Her passion for her art has been recognized and honored: she won second place in the Emerging Artist Category at Living Art – Greensboro competition, and 4th in the same category at Living Art –Atlanta competition. Add to that list the fact that Michael is the Art Director, Show Coordinator and Supervising Makeup Artist for Spookywoods at Kersey Valley, and you get the picture that not only is Michael a busy woman, but she is truly living her dream; a dream that started in her childhood.

“Exploring the woods that surrounded my childhood home was a favorite pastime. As an only child, I spent hours creating my own fun amongst the trees and dreaming up lands of fairies and magical creatures. To this day, I create with my childhood memories held close to my heart,” says Michael. “I’ve been creating since I could hold a stick and draw in the earth.

My parents were always supportive of my artistic side, entering me in coloring and art competitions since I was 5 years old.

I received my first set of oils when I was 9 years old; I began painting with watercolor and acrylic a few years later,” she continues.

During her short career thus far, Michael has created work for films, music videos, commercials, children’s television shows, theatrical productions, photo shoots and live events. However, it is her current job title that allows Amber to fully utilize her special effects visions. As Artistic Director of Spookywoods, Michael truly gets to play.

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It is with this determination to empower, and her drive to create her visions of fantastical worlds, that Amber Michael is making her mark. She, just like her art, strives to take people to places that only their minds’ eyes have imagined, places that can only be seen through the window that Michaels creates. And what a truly fantastic voyage it is.

View more of Amber’s work at http://www.ambermichaelart.com/

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Looking Fabulous and Feeling Like Family

By Martie Emory

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eeping up with the industry they adore is much more than just a day job for the stylists who come together to make Paparazzi Hair Salon in Clemmons more than just a business.

Without a doubt, they are top-notch at what they do and that includes hair styling and color, manicures, pedicures, facials and peels, group spa outings and even teeth whitening. Their passion for their craft, their clients (really more like family) and the community that supports them is widely felt. For Owner Bobbie Skinner and the salon’s nine stylists – who can boast a combined total of well more than 100 years in the industry – continuing to give their clients the absolute best treatments means continuing their own training outside of the salon.

Their combination of camaraderie and shared love of the industry means that Paparazzi clients win every time. As part of being a Wella Professionals Salon – and yes, Wella is the leading educator of professional stylists and the largest color line used in the world – Bobbie and fellow stylist, Debi, recently spent time at the Wella Studio in New York where they participated in training sessions with Wella master educators. Becoming a “master stylist” is a three-phase process, and Bobbie stresses that it’s Paparazzi’s goal to have all master stylists at the salon.

“It’s about giving our clients the absolute best care and value for their money,” said Bobbie.

You’ll find a tightly knit group of professionals at Paparazzi, and the master stylist goal is one they share as a team. As stylists complete training – both in and out of the studio – they are eager to share their new knowledge and the latest exciting trends with the entire group which is a true bonus for every client who walks through the door.

“We want to be the leader of color in the area,” said Bobbie. “The Wella studio classes are intense and more in-depth of color theory, cutting techniques and color placement that are true to the clients’ needs.”

Known for its longevity and vibrancy, a product of years of research and development, Wella is indeed the largest color line used in the world. Paparazzi’s stylists stand firmly behind it as the top choice for their clients. From basic color, contour colors, Innosense allergy-resistant color to demi-color, trend colors and Illumina color, Wella simply covers the entire market and owns the rights to one of the three pigments used in all color lines.

The very colorful, creative Paparazzi team stands out on the community front, too, by supporting a variety of local charities and causes such as the Make-A-Wish® Foundation, Triad Pink Heals, The Salvation Army Girls’ and Boys’ Clubs and many local school groups. It’s also a tradition that they advertise their clients’ own small businesses – a winning combination for keeping things local.

Not only bettering the community but also lifting up their clients at every visit, the salon treats its loyal customer base to fun surprises and specials throughout the year. Any regular Paparazzi patron knows to expect the

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unexpected because that’s just their style; innovation with a personal touch and maybe even a theme day where you’ll arrive to find stylists decked out in costume! Specials and promotions are the best way to let their regulars know how much they are appreciated.

Bobbie’s very successful business philosophy has also proven that guiding customers on how to maintain the look they leave the salon with is key. They feel part of the Paparazzi family and they will definitely be back!

Paparazzi Hair Salon is located at 6000 Meadowbrook Mall Court, Suite 6 in Clemmons. For appointments, call 336.893.7169, and visit the website at paparazzihairsalon.com for information on services and any special upcoming events.

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Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice!

By Ellen Wakefield

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umpkin spice lattes. Pumpkin spice tea. Pumpkin spice granola. Pumpkin spice cupcakes, scones, cookies, cereal, pancakes, and coffee creamer. Pumpkin candles and air fresheners and scented oil. We all know it. Most of us love it. But summer is gone, fall is here, and along with all the other wonderful (and relatively mandatory) things that come along with this fantastic time of year, pumpkin EVERYTHING is at the top of the list (or at least fighting with football for the top spot). While this phenomenon is amusing, harmless, and for the most part delicious and nutritious (uh… I mean, appreciated), it sometimes borders on the obsessive – pumpkin spice Pringles, anyone? I recently saw an internet meme which showed the scene in Forrest Gump where he and Bubba are cleaning the floor with toothbrushes, but instead of Bubba naming a gazillion shrimp dishes, he was giving a list similar to the one above. Love it or hate it (or love to hate it), pumpkin is here and won’t be leaving any time soon. With that said, it’s not the only thing we love about fall. With summer behind us (at least in the technical sense…..we natives of North Carolina know better), here are three other reasons to say hello to fall: • FOOTBALL. This one deserves to be in all caps. Friends, food, fun, (in a word: tailgating), donning our favorite team’s colors, and of course, watching the actual game… there’s nothing like the full experience that is football. Whether you’re at the actual game itself or enjoying it from the comfort of your own couch, football is a perfect element for the transition between the seasons.

• The weather/the scenery. Even if you’re more of a beach person, rather than a mountain person, you might be swayed by the absolutely gorgeous foliage, not only in our own neighborhoods, but a short

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drive west as well. We’re lucky to live in such a place where a drive up the Blue Ridge Parkway is feasible, and at the peak of the fall foliage is it EVER worth the trip! Our Creator truly is a fantastic artist. Along with the beautiful scenery, we have beautiful weather, too. When true fall weather is upon us, the sweltering heat is replaced by wonderfully cool breezes and the worst of the humidity is behind us, but there’s still PLENTY of sunshine to be enjoyed before the winter comes.

• Movies and television shows. While summer is known for its blockbusters, there is a terrible lull in TV programming, and the fall season revives us in the entertainment department.

This season always provides an eclectic selection of movies to hit the theatres, and it’s during this time that a lot of our beloved shows come back from the dead (no pun intended for those of you who watch “that show”); it’s also a time when brand new shows hit the airwaves and a time for movie marathons of some of our old favorites. Raise the blinds, crack open a window, curl up on the couch, and grab a snack; it’s the perfect way to spend an afternoon (unless, of course, there are OTHER things to watch on TV: see #1).

The list of reasons I could give for why fall is such a wonderful time of year could go on for pages; my list is just to help get you started in the direction of exchanging seasons (if you’re a summer person, the change to fall can sometimes be difficult). It’s such a special time of year and it always serves as a perfect transition from the sweltering heat of summer to the biting cold of winter; transitions from season to season are important and appreciated and should definitely last longer than a week (here’s looking at YOU, spring!), and they’re a good time to reflect, replenish, and relax. A new season is upon us, and like it or not, orange is EVERYWHERE. Beat ‘em or join ‘em.

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Designers Create Timeless Interiors

By Carolyn S. Peterson

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scaping the hurried, stressful everyday realities of life can be as easy as selecting an interior designer at Today & Tomorrow Interiors.

A relaxed interior, designed especially for your individual lifestyle, may achieve this goal. The designers at Today & Tomorrow Interiors have years of experience, and all have an interior design degree from an accredited university. Their design knowledge can help create the perfect sanctuary for your family.

The design professionals at Today & Tomorrow Interiors are focused on client satisfaction.

Commitment to providing a quality product and pleasant experience are fundamental to the design philosophy of the firm. The designers have curated an extensive resource library to meet your every need. Visit this delightful shop to inspire your next design project.

Betsy Hine In 1978, Betsy opened the doors of Today & Tomorrow Interiors, Inc. Always having been interested in art, she was influenced by her mother’s desire to constantly change colors, arrangements, and furnishings of their home. After graduating with a BA in studio art from Salem College, she received a graduate degree in interior design from UNCGreensboro. Helping clients create their perfect environment is her primary objective. She gently guides them with her knowledgeable and caring solutions to achieve a timeless atmosphere for living.

Steve Hickman The path to the profession of interior designer had many turns for Steve Hickman. An undergraduate degree in art history led to 10 years as a gallery director in a local art gallery. A graduate degree in interior design followed, which led to the beginning

of a new career. A background as a fine artist has also proven to be a great resource in Steve’s design work. An emphasis on quality goods, avoidance of trend, and an intense focus on the needs and desires of the client are all attributes of this caring professional. He has been a designer with Today & Tomorrow for 15 years.

Amy Hopkins For Amy Hopkins, even as a little girl she wanted to be an interior designer.

“I remember cutting out pictures of furniture from catalogs to create houses for my paper dolls; I still have some floorplans I drew as a child that my mom saved.” This led Amy to pursue a degree in Housing & Interiors at Appalachian State University in her hometown of Boone. Amy has been an interior designer for 18 years, with the past three at Today & Tomorrow Interiors. “I enjoy getting to know my clients and creating a home suited to their individual tastes and lifestyle. I believe in classic styles, quality craftsmanship and staying true to yourself, not following every trend,” stated Amy. Nancy Keith Using things that are important to her clients, and adding some new touches, is what Nancy loves about her job as an interior designer. After 34 years as a designer, 32 of which have been with Today & Tomorrow Interiors, Nancy can see that her love of decorating and design started early in life. “When I was growing up, my best friend recalls that I was always redoing my bedroom in some way. I like to think that I bring enthusiasm and expertise to my clients’ projects, helping them choose color schemes, accessories and artwork.

Blending some new touches with furniture or accessories that a client already has can make a space feel new. A little something can make a big difference,” stated Nancy.

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“I provide design expertise to clients who need complete design direction or to those wanting guidance in their own design choices. Working as a team with the client, I want them to feel they have the final decision in their selections.

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o matter the location, culture, or time, history is replete with tales of healing in ways that we today would consider unique, to downright odd and scary. Many of these “cures” were discovered by trial and error. Imagine if you felt terribly ill and were forced to consume any number of disgusting concoctions on the off chance that something actually worked. In many instances, the cure became the kill. Those with healing knowledge tended to be the shamans, priests, medicine men and women, using ceremonies, rituals, and rites. These practices involved prayer, dancing, herbs, sweat baths, and many other methods of hopefully bringing relief to those who suffered.

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There were some real doozies when it came to remedies.

For the unfortunate people dealing with hemorrhoids, blazing hot cauterizing irons were used to burn them away.

I am impressed by the fortitude of the people who accepted this. Personally, I think I would just try to live with the hemorrhoids. While we are considering this anatomical area, people who were believed to be near death had to endure something referred to now as a Tobacco Smoke Enema. Yes, smoke was literally blown up the nether regions of these poor individuals by using bellows. This became so popular at one point that it began to be used as a health tonic of sorts. I am trying to picture the conversation...

“Margaret, would you like to have tea with me tomorrow?”

“No, dear, I am afraid I have an appointment for my monthly smoking enema. Honestly, I don't know what I would do without it! It perks me right up!”

For a parent whose child wet the bed, the recommendation was to roast a mouse and feed the “gravy” to the offending child. I truly believe that there is no way any parents of the past told their children what they were ingesting. Otherwise, there would be an hour long scene of tears, wails, and the child being held down by the siblings (probably because they shared the bed and were tired of getting wet).

Heaven help the person who had asthma. They were instructed to swallow young frogs.

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It makes me wonder...at what age was a frog considered too old to be useful?

“Put that frog down, Henry! Can't you tell that frog is three years old?

It won't work at all!”

Another popular ingredient for remedies was urine. Ringworm?

Wash your hair in a male's urine. Woe to the household consisting of only females! I suppose those ladies either learned to live with it or they took a bowl over to the neighbor's house in urine supplication. For the poor teenagers suffering with acne, washing their faces in a fresh, wet diaper would fix everything. I am once again trying to picture current teenagers being told to do such a thing. Somehow, I do not believe it would end well.

The early settlers of the United States held to a belief that the nastier the medicine tasted, the better it worked. Trying to get children today to swallow their doses is bad enough and they are blessed with berry flavors! Consider the “chase and capture” involved for the poor parents back then. Speaking of children, Bayer used to use heroin in cough syrup. This did not stop until 1913 due to the vast amount of children in hospitals that were addicted to heroin!

Now that you are completely disgusted, it must be noted that there were also many gems discovered. Aloe vera was used by many cultures, including ancient and isolated societies in South Africa. It is a highly versatile plant as it is anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory, anti-aging, and wonderful for burns. Ginger was used for gas and nausea, and is excellent for motion sickness. Cranberry was given to those with urinary tract problems and many people swear by it today.

Especially impressive was the use of willow tree leaves brewed for fevers.

The willow tree contains an abundance of salicylic acid, which is an important ingredient in aspirin (the non-heroin kind used nowadays).

While poking a bit of fun at the more eccentric folk medicines, it is important to remember that these healers paved the way for our doctors and scientists today. They used what they had to the best of their abilities and ended up with many quite useful and ingenious remedies.

The traditions of folk remedies are centered in providing the body with harmony and balance. I think we can all agree that a bit more harmony and balance in our lives would be quite refreshing.

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Bringing Local Back: Clemmons Country Store Provides a Local One-Stop Shop

By Lindsay Craven

The store is even reaching out to fellow local businesses and teaming up to expand local sales. Clemmons Country Store offers fresh baked breads and sweets from Camino Bakery, located in downtown Winston-Salem, and pies, quiches and desserts from A Full Measure Catering, located in Advance.

“We have found our local growers, bakers and artists by seeking them out,” Sherrie said. “We visit all greenhouses that we buy from and pick out most of the product we sell. If I see a great product at a farmers market or craft show, I will introduce myself and see if we can sell their products. We enjoy meeting local artisans and will continue to promote the great job they do.”

Now that October has arrived, the county is in the midst of fall decorating and pumpkin spiced everything. Clemmons Country Store is prepared with a large selection of fall décor and a wellstocked and affordable pumpkin patch.

“You can pick out your pumpkin, fall flag and chicken pie all in one spot,” Sherrie said. “We enjoy taking family pictures with the kids and we have great prices on our pumpkins.”

Customers can also stop in and grab a new fall flag for the front porch, and a cover for the mailbox. They will also carry a large selection of mums in all colors and sizes, as well as pansies and violas. t’s been 15 years and Sherrie and Tim Billings have watched a revolution occur in the consumer market. Since opening in 2000, Clemmons Country Store has grown as customers refocus their shopping from big box stores to heading back to their local shops.

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“Our customers like the convenience of shopping local and the customer service is so much better than at the big stores,” Sherrie said. “We have gotten to know our customers by name and their families. I think the community realizes that by shopping local you are helping the local economy.”

Clemmons Country Store began with small ambitions. What started as a part-time business for Sherrie to run and have the flexibility to be home with their daughter, Joanna, in the afternoons, has grown into a year-round, full-time business. Tim Billings is at the store daily and enjoys meeting and talking with the customers, and their daughter has spent many hours at the store over the years, unloading plants and helping in the store.

When jingle bells begin to ring and everyone starts to dream of a white Christmas, Clemmons Country Store will be ready with a wide array of locally made ornaments, holiday décor and gift baskets, as well as fresh wreathes and NC grown Christmas trees with a tree delivery service.

You’ll also be able to stop in to the store for your gift giving shopping list and find an amazing selection of locally made pottery, jewelry, candles and soaps.

“We are so proud of what our store provides for our community,” Sherrie said. “Every month we have new products coming in.

We change with the seasons and that keeps our customers interested and coming back to see what we have new.”

“We keep prices down to promote repeat business” Sherrie said. “The same products in a high end store would be twice as much. We really watch our price point with all of our products. I believe keeping our prices reasonable and the variety has kept us here 15 years.”

Clemmons Country Store offers one of a kind hanging baskets, mixed container pots, geraniums, and vegetable and herb plants in the spring months. In the summer you’ll find peaches, okra, watermelons, peas, cantaloupes and even more tomatoes. In the fall you can pick up a large variety of apples, pumpkin butter, pecan pies and apple cider.

Clemmons Country Store is located at 2690 Lewisville-Clemmons Road in Clemmons, NC. Their store hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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Have To vs. Get To

Living Gently...

Every Day

By Denise Heidel

Wise Words: “Whatever you do, do it enthusiastically, as something done for the Lord and not for men, knowing that you will receive the reward of an inheritance from the Lord.

You serve the Lord Christ.” Colossians 3:23-24 Since June, my life has been full of craziness, upheaval, and change. Emotions have been running high. Feelings of anxiety and being overwhelmed have become commonplace.

And all because of a move. As I write this, my husband and I are days away from selling one house, and buying another.

To say that it’s been a stressful few months is an understatement. To add to the fun, my husband also started a new job, while I’m moving into the season in which we work on not just two magazines, but four!

Camp Crazy, for sure!

As I was trying to decide what to write about this month, I came across a devotion I get in my email every day from Proverbs 31 Ministries. The writer spoke of the chores and obligations we have that bog us down and shared about her change in perspective when she turned her “have to’s” into “get to’s.”

I immediately sent this email to my husband and he agreed. All these weeks of waiting, wondering, praying, and at times, begging God to make things come together, we’ve also been in the mindset of paperwork that “has” to be done. Boxes that “have” to be packed. Repairs that “have” to be made. The list is long and tedious.

But after reading this devotion, and this woman’s change of attitude, I recognized that I had in front of me a huge opportunity! And how truly blessed I was!

My whole attitude about the move was completely wrong. I didn’t HAVE to move. I GET to move.

I GET to move into a beautiful house with the husband I love more than anything and make it our home.

I needed to remember that this was never something I had to do, but something we chose to do. And in our choice, God gave us tremendous opportunities and blessings along the way. We just needed to learn how to trust.

It’s funny how sometimes, when you pray for something, and want so badly for something to happen, when it does, it feels scary and overwhelming! But I really believe that the “have to versus get to” mindset is something that could revolutionize the way I think of things.

I’ve often said that when I write this column, I write it for myself as much as I do for anyone else. At 40 years old, I am still learning life lessons to carry me through to the next season. This is my latest life lesson.

So, as my husband and I GET to finish with this move, I am going to try to turn every situation into a “get to.” It’s all about attitude and perspective. If the dishwasher breaks?

I will get to clean up dishes because we were blessed enough to have food on the table. The toilet needs scrubbing? I’m grateful that we live in a society of indoor plumbing. If the air conditioner goes out? I’ll sit on the porch and enjoy the breeze, thankful that I work for Forsyth Magazines and have a large selection of magazines to fan myself with.

My challenge to you this month: What are the “have to’s” in your life that you can turn into “get to’s?”

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Feeling Hangry

By Denise Heidel

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like to think of myself as being a pretty nice person most of the time. I try not to be rude to people. I smile at people. I let people merge ahead of me on the road. I always put my grocery buggy away at the store. However, there’s an ugly, horrible side to my personality, too. When it comes out, it bears a resemblance to the Mr. Hyde side of Dr. Jekyll.

It’s not a mysterious potion that brings this dark side to being… it’s a side effect of being hungry that is also known as “hangry.”

You may know the feeling. If you’re like me… when it happens, it happens fast. You go from being a carefree and reasonable human being to one who would steal candy from a baby and bite the head off of anyone who tried to stop you.

It is the sensation of being irrationally angry while feeling hungry. And nothing, I mean NOTHING, will sooth this savage beast until it is properly fed. Nothing is funny. Favorite songs sound like screeching cats. And the endearing habits of the people you love will grate on your nerves like fingernails on a chalkboard. No one likes a hangry person.

Hangry people don’t even like themselves!

Hanger is the result of going too long between meals. It’s the result of blood sugar crashing.

And it does not bode well for anyone who is trying to eat healthy. It’s a dieter’s worst nightmare because once food is presented, the Hangry Monster does not care WHAT is eaten, as long as there is plenty of it. However, being properly prepared is half the battle to fighting off this beast.

1. Don’t skip meals. Especially breakfast. When they call it the most important meal of the day, they aren’t kidding. But make it count. High fiber and protein are the foundation for a great start to your day.

Refrigerator oats are a personal favorite!

2. Keep some high-fiber snacks in your purse. Ladies, this is a huge advantage we have over men. We carry bags with us wherever we go that are capable of storing an apple, a little turkey jerky, and a pack of almonds. You don’t have to cart a cooler around.

There are plenty of snacks that will happily tuck right into a purse.

3. Drink lots of water. All day. Make friends with your thirst and keep a water bottle handy at all times.

These steps can keep the Hanger Monster at bay. But sometimes, no matter how well you try to prepare for it and prevent it, you’re going to be in a situation that creates hanger. For instance, you may find yourself unexpectedly stuck in traffic without a snack. Or, perhaps a meeting with the boss may run longer than planned (and of course, as is always the case when you’re on the verge of hanger, no one else in the meeting, including the boss, is hungry).

As uncomfortable as being hangry is – for everyone involved, because let’s face it, being hangry isn’t the most attractive side of a person – try to keep tempers curbed long enough to wait for a sensible meal, so the hanger pangs you experience won’t be replaced with the Guilt Goblins.

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Recipes Guacamole

By Brooke Eagle p until a couple of years ago…it had always been a running joke in my family that I wasn’t the best at cooking. But, this wasn’t my fault! My sweet mother – who I love dearly – has never been a big fan of cooking (I’m going to blame it on her self-diagnosed ADD). Growing up in the Johnson household consisted of a lot of things, but home cooked meals every night certainly wasn’t one of them.

Fast-forward several years and, ironically enough, my younger brother and I both love to cook. It sure is a good thing for me though because my husband loves to eat, and I had some really big shoes to fill because my mother-in-law is the most amazing cook ever. She’s also the best mother-inlaw ever; I seriously won the mother-in-law lottery.

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Anyway, my guacamole recipe is very simple, but I love it because it’s the first recipe I “created” all by myself. My husband and I make it for an appetizer all the time and it’s my go-to for just about every bring-your-favorite-dish get together. Hope you enjoy it as much as my family and friends do!

Brooke’s Guacamole *I usually double this recipe when I’m taking it somewhere, but this amount is perfect for an appetizer for 3-4 people.

Ingredients: 2 ripe avocados 1 packet of guacamole seasoning (OR you can use a few shakes each of garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper) 1/2 can black beans (drained) 1/2 can corn (drained) Directions: Cut avocados in half, remove the pit and scoop out the inside, add in guacamole mix (or seasonings), corn and black beans and mix carefully with a fork, so the avocado doesn’t get too mushy.

Optional Add-Ins: Diced Tomato Diced Red Onion Cilantro

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COOKING TIP If you leave in 1 or 2 of the avocado pits in the guacamole, it won’t turn brown for several hours.

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LOCAL VOCALS

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ack in the day, good four-part harmony was easier to come by, but many of today’s bands rely on pre-recorded music and vocals to give a smooth tone. For the band GrayMatter, ‘graymatterizing’ songs of their youth and four-part harmony are what they do best – and why they are so popular on the local band circuit. “Our covers are usually ‘graymatterized,’ said Bev Gray Gude, “meaning that we’re likely to come up with different arrangements and/or instrumentation and we always layer on harmonies. We’re re-imagining and recreating the songs of our youth. It’s pretty terrific to look out into the audience and see people singing along with us to their favorites. The audience lifts us up and it’s for them that we keep working to get better at what we do. Our original songs are full of 4-part harmonies and personal storytelling, and because there are four singer/songwriters in the group, we have a range of styles, whether it’s tender ballads, folky Americana or driving rock and roll.” Along with Bev, who plays 12-string and high strung guitars, flute, tambourine, bodhra and tabla, GrayMatter’s band members include Barry Gray, acoustic guitar; Brad Gray, acoustic, electric and sitar guitar; and Dave Gude, acoustic guitar, banjo, harmonica, and mandolin.

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Growing up, the ‘Gray’ kids, Bev, Barry and Brad, listened to a lot of the early folk singers like Peter, Paul & Mary, Kingston Trio and Bob Dylan, soaking up those harmonies. “Our dad, Bryan Gray, was also a big influence. He played guitar and piano, and after many of our family dinners, we’d often gather our instruments, come back to the table and sit around singing and playing together

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for hours,” recalled Bev. When Dave Gude and Bev started dating at ages 14 and 15, Dave immediately joined in with the Gray family, performing for years together in various configurations until 2011, when the group formed the current GrayMatter.

Love What You Do, Do What You Love Pinpointing exactly what the members of GrayMatter like best about performing is hard to do. “Playing and singing big harmonies on top of those great classic songs that we cover is amazing, and we love working on and performing each other’s original pieces. Our audience’s reaction, from singing along to dancing, is the best! We have people come up to us after a show and tell us that we’ve played a song that they so loved and haven’t heard in a long while. We’re bringing back good memories during our shows and people really respond to that,” Bev stated.

Being Busy is a Good Problem to Have “This has been a great summer for us. We’ve really been busy and have met lots of great people and other talented musicians.

GrayMatter was selected to perform at a John Prine Tribute Concert in Greensboro this past May and at Bull Fest in Durham, NC. Recently, we performed live on WQFS 90.9 FM in Greensboro, NC, playing all original music. We’re working hard, staying busy, and are so appreciative of the people who invite us to play their venues and events, and so grateful for our wonderful audiences,” said Bev. GrayMatter is currently researching studios to record a CD of their original music by the end of the year. There are links to their music and embedded music at facebook.com/graymatternc and at graymatternc.com. For more information on upcoming events, visit graymatternc.com.

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Kim R. Bonuomo Kim R. Bonuomo has joined the Family Law Practice Section at Allman Spry Davis Leggett & Crumpler, P.A. Kim has practiced for more than 25 years, having spent 20 of those years exclusively in family law. She strives to facilitate respectful and equitable resolutions of complex financial, family and emotional issues on behalf of her clients. Her primary goal is helping clients move through a difficult situation to a better place. When litigation is the only alternative, Kim demonstrates her prowess as a strong, determined and passionate advocate for her clients.

Particular areas of emphasis in her practice include complex asset valuation and distribution; business valuations; custody and parental rights; financial support; premarital agreements; and settlement negotiations.

Prior to joining Allman Spry, Kim was a partner in the Minnesota law firm of Moss & Barnett and a partner at Morgenstern & Bonuomo in Greensboro.

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Kyla earned her law degree with honors from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill from where she also earned her undergraduate degree with honors and distinction. Kyla has more than 15 years of civil litigation and family law experience in local state courts. She has brought her domestic practice to the firm to resume working with Joslin Davis, senior partner, and with the other lawyers in the firm’s family law group.

Kyla is active in the local community and presently serves on the Board of Directors for Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) and on the Executive Committee for Forsyth County Women Attorneys. Kyla loves traveling as often as possible and also enjoys running, camping and spending time at the beach with her family. Kyla has two children and is active in their local schools.

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Daisy Genuino Daisy Genuino was with the Paparazzi Hair Salon when it first opened, but had to return home to the Philippines after the horrible typhoon that hit Manila in 2013. But now, Daisy is back and ready to work. Daisy specializes in color, as well as male and female cuts. She loves to work with all hair types. "I love Paparazzi and how they love to help the community,” said Daisy.

“If you are looking for a new stylist, I would love to have the opportunity to freshen up your look.” Daisy embraces the ongoing education and training encouraged by Paparazzi Hair Salon and is up to date on the newest color and hair cutting techniques! She is currently accepting new clients at Paparazzi Hair Salon.

Jackie Ireland Jackie Ireland has an innate passion for health and wellness, so it’s no surprise that she’s been named the new executive director for Empowris. Empowris offers a qualified, accountable marketplace of a community’s top weight management programs, designed to drive employee engagement and healthy outcomes. So if your business is looking for an effective weight management solution, she would be a great person to contact at jireland@empowris.com.

Jackie has spent more than 20 years as a health management consultant and adjunct faculty member. She has a keen focus on lifestyle modification that provides employee learning experiences to enhance awareness, increase intrinsic motivation and build skills that promote behavioral change.

She graduated from Kent State University with a bachelor’s degree in exercise physiology and a master’s degree in health promotion. Jackie also holds credentials as an ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist, a Certified Health Education Specialist, a Certified Intrinsic Coach, a Certified Personal Trainer and WELCOA Faculty.

Jackie stays very busy as the Program Chair for the Professional Woman of Winston-Salem, blogging for www.redesigningwellness.com, and has just started the Triad Health Promotion Network Group which she facilitates quarterly.

Outside of work, Jackie likes to experiment in the kitchen on new healthy dishes, hike the gorgeous NC mountains, read books on the beach, entertain and spend time with her husband, Dave, and fur baby, Buddy.

Reverend Bev Coppley Maple Springs UMC Rev. Bev Coppley of Maple Springs UMC is a graduate of Wake Forest University and GarrettEvangelical Theological Seminary. Following seven years in service as a Christian educator in the Presbyterian Church (USA), she surrendered to a calling to ordained ministry in the United Methodist Church. She and her husband, the Rev. Jeff Coppley, arrived at Maple Springs in July of 2012 and are currently serving as co-pastors of the Wake Forest University area church.

“At Maple Springs, our weekly messages speak to real-life concerns such as decisions, life transitions and authentic Christian living that leaves a legacy in this world,” said Bev. “Our services are built around biblical themes, and the music is especially chosen to fit the scriptures.”

Bev and Jeff have two children, Ellen (22) and Thomas (17). Ellen is a student at Salem College, and Thomas is a senior at Reagan High School. Bev loves planning worship services that help connect people to God and to each other. She enjoys helping others find clarity and purpose in Christian life, ministry and relationships. She also enjoys her work as a mentor and staff supervisor.

Bev’s hobbies include hiking, educational travel and cooking. She is an avid Wake Forest football fan and also loves to spend summer evenings watching baseball. She has been deeply involved in Rotary International and is a Paul Harris Fellow. She is a member of the WNCC Board of Ordained Ministry, the Conference Relations Committee, the Conference Worship Committee and the Yadkin Valley District Committee on Superintendence.

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Love is Not Blind, Love is Kind

By Stephanie Dean BA, RN

hen you love and care about people, turning a blind eye to what plagues our society is impossible. Finding a way to serve that is right for each of us is important. I was raised with the understanding and value instilled that, as people, we have a responsibility to help others and give back from a place where we recognize our own individual blessings, whether it is education, privilege or the good fortune of having been born into a supportive and loving family. As a young girl, I was exposed to many strong females, and charity work was part of my life before I began preschool. I am certain an early introduction to giving back helped create a positive attitude toward serving my community.

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When the idea for the Black and Bling event was conceived, my focus centered on the empowerment of abused women by raising money to help them escape their situations and find their personal voices, leading them to improved life experiences.

I chose the issue of domestic violence because of a strong emotional connection – I had personal experience with relationship abuse in my early 20s.

If you’re considering giving back by volunteering, think about your individual personal talents, hobbies and skills that bring you pleasure.

People often ask me why I work so hard to organize Black and Bling. I refer to it as cultivating my joy as I find satisfaction from using my strengths in a way to serve and help others.

I believe there is a path for all of us, and we are guided by our visions. You have to find the courage to act on them. When you find a good fit for your volunteer efforts, you will go into it with an attitude of joy and have fun, too.

When I talk to women about domestic violence, I’m amazed how many have a personal story to share. Almost every woman I know has experienced abuse at some time in her life or knows someone who has suffered. I’m so proud of women who share their stories openly, no longer fearing the stigma that once prevented them from discussing abuse issues.

Only through kind hearts, eyes that truly see, and ears eager to listen, can we hope to come together as a community of women and battle this social stigma. I want to eradicate the dysfunctional cycle of hopeless despair many women experience. Overcoming domestic violence in our society means we all have to want it and join forces to promote big change.

For this year’s Black and Bling event, I reached out to several merchants requesting help with table-top designs for the home tour and received strong support.

The generous donations from merchants have pointed toward a common interest in coming together to change the domestic violence landscape. A committee of volunteers, which includes my children, exemplifies attitudes of giving back to the community through commitments of time, resources and donations to the cause of domestic violence. Great minds are working together to make a difference in our community. I am blessed to have the support and cooperation of like-minded people who see the need and have risen to meet the challenge. This road is long, and the blackandbling.blogspot.com trip is difficult as we struggle to /swdean@embarqmail.com understand how we eradicate domestic violence in our society. When you are 336 936-0033 no longer blind, and truly recognize the Saturday, October 17th, plight of women who feel trapped in abusive relationships, one can only face 6:30-10:30 p.m. them with an open, loving heart and the Belle Terre Farm commitment to do something to help, 428 John Crotts Road while finding your own personal joy along the path of living a life of service.

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• 1 in 4 women (24.3%) and 1 in 7 men (13.8%) aged 18 and older in the United States have been victims of severe physical violence by an intimate partner. [cdc.gov/violenceprevention/intimatepartnerviolence/consequences] • Nearly half of all women and men in the United States have experienced psychological aggression by an intimate partner (48.4% and 48.8%, respectively). [cdc.gov/violenceprevention/pdf/nisvs_report2010-a]

cont’d from page 130 My Friend Is Being Abused. What Do I Do?

Anecdotal evidence suggests that victims may find it necessary to confide in 15 to 30 people before they feel that they have found a supportive listener. [Lomax, I Can Find No Way, 2015)] When you listen and believe the confidences that your friend has chosen to share with you, you are helping her to take the first step to help herself. You are doing your part to change the culture that tends to blame the victim and extend sympathy to the abuser. Before she decides to confide in you, she has already blamed herself, questioned her own sanity, and felt her self-esteem plummeting. It is empowering to her to recognize you as an ally in a world in which she feels quite alone, as she goes about wearing her mask of pretended contentment. When you listen to the victim’s story and acknowledge her struggle, you allow her to recognize her authentic self. You allow her to acknowledge that, although she has been abused, the shame is not hers. If she can look at her story and see the mistakes her abuser has made, as well as the mistakes that she may have made, your friend may be able to see healthy options. When you question her credibility, or when your expectations of her force her to present a false front to the world, her self worth is further diminished and she loses the strength required to move to a better place. You are telling her, just as the abuser tells her, that her own flaws are causing her reality and are keeping her from meeting the expectations of her intimate partner, of her family, and of society.

You are reinforcing the idea that the shame is hers to bear alone.

However, when you listen with empathy, in addition to helping her to take that first step, you may very well be helping her children to break the cycle of relationship abuse. Seeing their mothers treated with enormous disrespect teaches children that they may disrespect women the way their fathers do. Children who are raised in abusive homes learn that violence is an acceptable way to resolve conflicts and problems. Boys who witness their mothers’ abuse, or who are themselves abused, are more likely, as adults, to batter their female partners. Girls tend to regard their own victimization as a normal component of being in a relationship. By listening to your friend with empathy, you may be enabling her to begin to break the cycle of abuse for generations of families.

So, what can you do to help your friend?

• Assure her that she is not crazy and that it is normal to feel depressed, confused, and afraid when one is experiencing physical or emotional abuse.

• Remind her that emotional abuse can, in fact, cause long-term damage, just as physical abuse does.

• Describe her strengths and good points to her to counteract the damage that is being done to her self-esteem.

• Respect the victim’s choices, and be patient; self-empowerment takes a long time.

• Encourage her to build a wide support system among friends and family, and to avoid becoming isolated.

• Connect her to relationship abuse resources, such as Family Services at 336-722-8173, or the webpage for the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (ncadv.org).

• Do not judge, criticize, or accuse her or her abuser.

• Do not pressure her to leave.

• Do not try to be an expert on the topic of abuse; however, you may benefit from learning more at the website mentioned above.

• Speak with her only at a time and place that is safe and confidential.

• Express concern and listen empathetically.

• Listen to her and BELIEVE her.

• Tell her that no one deserves to be hurt, either physically or emotionally, and that the abuse is not her fault.

Relationship abuse is not a private problem. It is not just a woman’s problem. It is society’s problem, and as such, it is best to address it from all angles. We are fortunate that many of the men and women in our community are combatting the scourge of relationship abuse in various ways.

Many are making donations and/or are attending the Black and Bling event, benefitting victims of domestic abuse, which will take place on October 17, 2015. The event is held in memory of Sarah Virginia Carr Browder, and will feature numerous entertainers, including the band Fruit Smoothie Trio, a psychic medium, and a comedian/ magician. Go here for more information about this event: blackandbling.blogspot.com. Donations can be made via check to Family Services, with Sarah Browder Memorial Fund on the memo line. Black and Bling, which is a public event, will be an exceptionally good time for all. Please save October 17 on your calendar!

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Pictured (left to right): Marie Arcuri, Lynn Gwyn, Lisa Rowell and Kathryn Spanos.

Not pictured: Deborah Casstevens. and the value of being on a team is immeasurable.

Reynolds is truly a diverse school – ethnically and socioeconomically – and we need to make sure these opportunities are available to every student. Having an on-campus stadium will allow us to do that.”

Closer to Goal…

The Women Behind Reynolds High School’s “Home Field Advantage” Campaign

By Leigh Ann McDonald Woodruff

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t was at a 2011 girls’ field hockey game played at The Children’s Home when Kathryn Spanos had (what some might call) an epiphany.

Why doesn’t the oldest public high school in Forsyth County have a field of its own for its athletes?

“That afternoon, the referees were late to the field hockey game, and when they did show up, one of them explained that she was called in to work the game at the last minute because no refs wanted to work the Reynolds games because the fields were so uneven at The Children’s Home,” said Spanos.

“The refs were worried about getting injured while they were calling the games. Then she asked me, ‘Why don’t you have your own stadium?’ That gave me pause.”

Spanos began asking the questions…“Why doesn’t Reynolds have its own stadium? Why don’t we have a safe field to play on with an on-campus location for all of our sports? Why don’t we have a place where we don’t have to cart in everything for every game – from the PA system to the concessions to the scoreboard?”

Rowell said getting the stadium built will also give Reynolds parents more peace of mind. “It is one less time teenagers are on the road – either behind the wheel themselves or with another teenage driver,” said Rowell.

“When school is out, students should be able to walk to their afterschool activities, not have to find a ride to practice, or worse, not get to participate because of transportation issues.”

Now, after four years of hard work by some very dedicated Reynolds high school families, “Home Field Advantage” officially kicked off the fundraising campaign this fall. The goal of the campaign is $4.5 million, and close to $1 million has already been raised.

“This project is about giving Reynolds students the same high school experience every other student in the county has,” said Gwyn. “There is a pride attached to each school’s stadium – it is seen in everything from banners to decorations and even the name on the field. Reynolds doesn’t have that.”

Built in 1923, R. J. Reynolds High School has gone for 92 years without a home field, and it is time to change that for future generations, according to Spanos. “A lot has changed since the ‘20s –the number of sports teams, the amount of girls participating in athletics, emphasis on health and well-being – and it is time to give Reynolds students the same opportunity that other high school students enjoy,” said Spanos. “A permanent, on-campus place to experience school spirit, tradition, community and pride – what a great legacy to give to the future generations of students who come through Reynolds.”

“Home Field Advantage” FAQs

Spanos met with Darrell Walker, assistant superintendent with WinstonSalem/Forsyth County Schools, and they started scouting locations.

What is the stadium’s status?

“The ‘aha’ moment came when I was waiting for one of my children in the carpool line at Wiley,” said Spanos. “There was an unsightly bus lot, an unmaintained hillside, an outdated gymnasium and two mobile units that occupied what I envisioned as the perfect bowl-shape for a stadium. The property was owned by the school system and could stand to be improved.”

The Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School Board has approved the site on the perimeter of Hanes Park on land that is currently owned by the WS/FCS board. The school system will also pay for the replacement of the Wiley Gym.

Spanos had the land surveyed to make sure the size was right for the project.

Other women with students at Reynolds in 2011 joined her to get the project moving, including Marie Arcuri, Deborah Casstevens, Lynn Gwyn, Lisa Rowell and Michelle Wolfert. They named the campaign the “Home Field Advantage.”

“There has been a misperception that a stadium might disrupt Hanes Park with the traffic, lights and noise that are inherent with athletic events,” said Leah Crowley, “Home Field Advantage” campaign coordinator. “Home Field Advantage had studies done to see if these issues would be problematic and, if so, how they could be minimized to reduce the impact on the park and neighborhood. The decision to use non-glare lighting was a result of the studies conducted.”

“The Home Field Advantage campaign is about accessibility for all students,” said Arcuri. “Whether a student wants to participate in marching band, football or field hockey – or be a team manager or fan – an on-site stadium facility can be a game changer in a student's high school experience. As a mother of a daughter and knowing that four out of five executive level women played a high school sport, I want that opportunity to be available to all girls. Participation is an important part of building healthy self-esteem,

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The entire budget for the stadium project must be raised before construction can start, and the estimate for raising this money is six to 12 months.

Check out the website www.rjreynoldshomefield.com where donations are listed.

Don’t forget to put your name on here and represent your class!

Does WS/FCS support the project?

School administrators have been very supportive throughout the project. “R.J. Reynolds Principal Leslie Alexander and Superintendent Dr. Beverly Emory immediately recognized the inequity since every other high school in the county has a stadium on campus, except for Parkland, whose stadium is near the school.,” said Crowley. “They also see the 15,000 miles driven annually by students attending practices and games as an unnecessary hardship, a barrier to participation and a safety issue.”

When did the fundraising campaign start?

The fundraising campaign officially kicked off in late August of 2015. “Home Field Advantage” committee members recruited alumni from each graduating class at Reynolds from as far back as 1955 to be Class Captains and rally classmates to donate to the project.

In addition, Neighborhood Captains have been recruited to ask residents in the neighborhoods surrounding RJR, Wiley and Hanes Park for contributions.

“Home Field Advantage” will host several forums for potential donors to explain the project and offer site tours.

What is the fundraising goal?

The goal is to raise $4.5 million, which will allow “Home Field Advantage” to build a beautiful, architecturally appropriate facility with a turf field, home and guest seating to accommodate 4,000 spectators, a concession area, a covered entrance and walkway,

training room, locker room, press box and bathroom facilities.

The turf field will allow for scheduling multiple activities without the concerns that come with using natural grass such as bare spots, drainage issues, wear and tear, wet conditions, etc.

Close to $1 million has already been raised.

How can I get involved?

If you are RJR alumni, please consider being a Class Captain or assisting your Class Captain with spreading the word about the project.

If you are a RJR parent or neighbor, please talk with your friends, coworkers and neighbors about what an asset this facility will be for Reynolds High School, Wiley Middle If you School, Hanes Park and the would like to get community as a whole. Let your more involved in the elected officials know that “Home Field Reynolds is long overdue for Advantage” Campaign, an on-campus stadium.

And please support the project through your monetary donation. Visit www.rjreynoldshomefield.com, select “Donate Now” and make your donation.

please contact Leah Crowley at lcrowley1@triad.rr.com.

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r e l l i K a g n i w o r h T y t r a P n Hallowee te Ellis

By Robin Whi

alloween is such a magical, fun time of year...the crisp autumn air, the costumes, the deliciously tempting amounts of candy available everywhere you look. It is easy for both adults and children to get into the spirit of it all. Personally, I am rather passionate regarding Halloween as it is also my birthday. That sounds incredibly enjoyable -- and it was -- until I became an adult and had a child of my own. Suddenly, the focus was on the childlike aspect of it all. Even worse, my friends could not celebrate with me because they rudely put a priority on walking their own progeny from house to house, begging...oh, I mean trick-or-treating. But I'm not bitter. Not at all.

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Try a board game bash with the guests dressed as their favorite game characters or features. Imagine Miss Scarlett chatting up the Monopoly millionaire while someone dressed up as a chute or ladder listens in! Place board games around the rooms for impromptu gaming groups.

Seriously, friends, it is time to take back Halloween! Adults can and should benefit from this convivial, happy, guilt-free day of good times. We may not be able to claim it completely but, as it is vital for children to learn to share, adults should be allowed to have their own adventure on October 31st! The following ideas consist of worthy, yet uncomplicated ways to host a first-rate, grown up Halloween party.

Perhaps a theme isn't really your element. You could always request that your guests go above and beyond in the costume department and then select the most inventive as the winner. Instead of simply coming as a zombie, have them step it up by being an alien zombie...the possibilities are limitless. Even the activities involved can be quite simple, yet entertaining. For example, have each person bring a pumpkin and have a carving contest. Come up with funny clues for a spooky scavenger hunt. If you are feeling particularly brave, host a murder mystery game. There are several scripts for such a thing available free online, however, many of them are intricate and difficult to achieve. Search for one that suits your personal needs.

First things first...choose your theme! For the book lovers out there, a literature-based party can be a real hoot. Have your guests dress as their favorite authors or characters. Type up numbered poem or book excerpts and hang them around the party area. Have paper and pens available to the partygoers so, as they roam, they can write down their guesses for the author of each excerpt. The winner wins a modest gift card to a local bookstore! Speculating on the origin of each costume becomes an amusement unto itself in this theme.

The key to any Halloween party is to keep it as stress-free as possible. After all, as host, you want to have as much of a blast as your guests! Do not try to cook a five-course meal for 30 people!

Make several hors d’oeuvres and ask everyone to bring their favorite snacks. Include a punch bowl (spiked or not, your choice), several candy dishes and ta-da, instant party! Do not forget to take pictures of everything! You will enjoy the memories and, perhaps, even the possible blackmail of a friend, if he or she dresses or behaves oddly enough.

Another excellent party could consist of choosing a decade and running with it! For example, a 1920s motif would have the guests arriving to big band music while dressed as gangsters and flappers.

Turn your main party area into an underground speakeasy complete with a secret knock. This is an especially interesting theme if you are serving alcohol at your shindig.

When it comes down to it, Halloween is a marvelous excuse to dress up, eat sugar and cut loose. While it is adorable to see the little ones dolled up, grasping their candy bags, lisping out "trick or treat" and giggling away, bear in mind that we adults can enjoy the day (or night) just as much, in our own way. Let yourself enjoy the best of both worlds this Halloween!

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Life Hacks – Pets Tips and Tricks for Making Life Easier

By Lindsay Craven

There are countless problems you encounter on a daily basis that can put a little speed bump in your day. Life hacks are those “a-ha!” moments where you find the simplest solution to your daily problems, oftentimes using items immediately at your disposal. Each month this column will take you through some creative hacks to use in all different areas of your life, to make your day to day as simple as possible. This month we explore some hacks that will benefit your furry, four-legged best friends.

1. If you’re like me, you believe your pet is part of the family and, as such, he or she has a bed right next to the couch or bed, or they may even curl up right beside you on your household furnishings.

Every now and then there’s a need for keeping your pet safely leashed while outside. You can provide a temporary outdoor leash using your 2 normal walking leash and a carabiner. Simply hook the carabiner to the handle of the leash and then to the lead portion creating a loop around a sturdy porch leg or cemented pole.

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2. Storing all our pet’s accessories and upkeep items can take up a reasonable amount of space but there are tricks to organizing and efficiently storing all of your pet’s items. A cheap shower caddy attached to the back of a cabinet door or hanging on the wall in a laundry or mudroom is a quick 3 go-to spot. It can hold leashes, collars and harnesses on the hooks along the bottom, and the shelf or shelves can hold flea and heartworm medications, treats and grooming supplies.

3. Puppy breath is adorable, but it’s short lived and quickly turns into stinky dog breath. If you have a dog who doesn’t care for regular teeth brushings, try sprinkling parsley on his food. Not only will it add a touch of class to his breakfast and nightly meals, but it will also neutralize the rancid breath that makes those sweet kisses not so sweet. Fresh parsley is best and you only need about ½ a teaspoon sprinkled over the food per meal.

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4. Cats are notorious for scratching any beloved item or piece of furniture that you don’t want them to, many times looking you dead in the eye while they do it. “Why?” you ask. Because they’re cats and they do what they want…that’s why. To help stop Fluffy from destroying the arm of your second or third couch, try attaching some double sided tape to his or her favorite scratching areas. There will be attempts but the tape should scare them away after a couple of tries.

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5. Being a pet owner usually means you’ll be cleaning up accidental diddles at least a few times in your pet’s life. There are lots of products out there claiming to work miracles for 6 animal urine, but one of the most steadfast formulas can usually be found in your cabinets. After blotting up any dampness from the accident, sprinkle the area with just enough baking soda to cover the spot and pour white vinegar on top of the baking soda. There will be a reasonable amount of bubble and fizzing and this is normal. Once the combination has finished its job, wipe up the excess and vacuum anything left behind that you couldn’t pick up. This will take care of staining and clean up the odor of the accident for both you and your pet, deterring future accidents.

6. Cats are typically very food driven pets and often have a habit of overeating and making little kitty kibble messes around your house.

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I Am Married to Mr. “I.T.”

By Lisa S.T. Doss

n today’s world, each member of our household is within a finger’s reach from home computers, tablets, e-readers, cell phones, and now, smart televisions. With access to the home network, the need for monitoring and providing security is, indeed, important. We all know someone who can assist with our computer problems.

And sometimes that person is a family member or an eight year old neighbor. For our family, it’s my husband. There is a feeling of security to be married to an “Information Technology,” or I.T. guy who can quickly and simply answer my questions, and maintain our home network.

You, too, can do simple things to keep your computer working properly, resolve issues, and provide protection and security for every member of your home.

2. Google and Yahoo are not the Internet; they are search engines. If you believe you have lost internet connection, go to your email, or a news or social media website. Sometimes, websites have issues and are down; therefore, it is important to try reaching multiple sites. If you still cannot get a connection, it may be a computer or server issue.

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Perhaps you know someone in your family who understands computers. Most men and women who are in I.T. have a specialty area, such as fixing software or building routers and switches, for example. My husband says, “I am not a family help desk; although, I don’t mind helping, talking someone through their problems, or making a recommendation.” If problems arise, there are simple things you can do first.

You can easily start doing the following things:

1. An I.T. professional will first advise you to go to your preferred search engine.

There are millions of people out there with your problem, and why not ask Google or Yahoo a question? You can ask, “Why can’t my PC see my printer?” or “Why doesn’t my mouse work?” or, another popular question, “How do I get rid of caps lock?”

• In terms of security, in addition to antivirus software, every system should include Spybot and Malwarebytes to prevent against attacks and viruses, and protect your frequently used browsers. If you ever discover a virus on your computer, a commercial repair shop will likely install the same system you can download for free.

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3. There are numerous troubleshooting strategies you can use before making a phone call. First, check the connection to your computer. Sometimes it is as simple as disconnecting and reconnecting from your Wi-Fi. Then, you can go to your modem and turn off, take out each cord and reinsert. After ten seconds, turn on the modem, and wait until all the lights have returned to green.

• Whether once a week or twice a month, it is important to reboot the modem of your Internet connectivity. Every system needs to be reset to force the modem to start updates. You are, in fact, helping your operating system, your virus protection, and any individual programs such as Java or Flash, for instance.

• Creating an unbreakable password is essential today. By using 8 to 16 characters including numbers, symbols, or special characters, it will minimize a hacker from stealing your personal identity and banking information. Since the password needs to be remembered, not recorded on a sheet of paper, create a phrase dear to your heart such as: • Jennywas2in!997 • FamdogisT@n&Pink • LilyLove$Lego$!

• 1lovechocol@te!

Be creative! Exchange an “I” for an “!” (exclamation mark), the letter “s” for “$” (dollar sign), or the letter “o” for the number “0” (zero). These are just a few helpful hints to create a “strong” and hopefully “invincible” password to protect you and your family. If you think of more than one, wonderful! In six months, you’ll need a new password.

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Without a doubt, families are more connected digitally than ever before. There are numerous ways to keep every member of the household safe and, very often, the software and protection is free!

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What Not to Say to Cancer Patients

By Vonda Henderson

While diet and positivity – the “mind over body theme” – are seen as tools during cancer treatment, having an outlet to vent and someone with a shoulder to lean on during tough times are important.

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t some time in our lives, we’re likely to have a friend or family member facing cancer. How do we respond? What should we do? How can we help? These are all well-meaning questions that typically run through our heads at the onset of troubling news. No one responds the same way. Many times, such news shuts down a relationship simply because of the inability to deal with the news, the inability to deal with sickness in any way, or fear.

There are some comments or actions that cancer patients and the medical field have documented as “what not to say to a cancer patient.” Obviously, the degree of reaction depends on the situation and the patient’s relationship with the other person.

Hopefully, these will be of help should you find that someone you know has been diagnosed with cancer. Support is important at any time, but especially in times of uncertainty and when facing difficult decisions. And many times, it’s difficult to know what to say.

We can beat this. “We” aren’t facing cancer, only one of us is.

Just be the “we” who shows up, listens, supports – that’s the “we” that is needed.

Don’t get yourself worked up. Having a cancer diagnosis and getting worked up go hand in hand emotionally.

Congratulations, you’re done with chemo. Yes, that treatment phase may be over, but the uncertainty of the cancer is not gone.

Questions, such as whether it will come back and many others linger. The emotional highs and lows will continue for some time.

Continued support is valued and needed.

Saying nothing is one of the most difficult things to deal with for cancer patients. Friends and family who, perhaps, because they cannot cope with the news, simply disappear. People that you depended on for everything else are just not there. They may have shared all the highs and good times, but just cannot deal with such uncertainty. One of the biggest fears of cancer patients is of being alone.

Some statements that cancer patients have shared defy comment.

Why someone would say them is baffling.

Everything is going to be all right. Really? How would anyone know that? This is a typical statement intended to have a “feel confident” message. Unfortunately, it generally backfires.

Rather than continuing to share, this can end a conversation at a time when a patient may really just need someone to listen.

Reassurance that you’ll be there and they won’t be facing this alone is important and needed.

• At least you look skinny.

I know how you feel. No you don’t. Unless you have experienced the same cancer and treatment program, you don’t know. And even if you have been through it, everyone reacts differently so don’t make the assumption that they share what you felt. Giving them a chance to share how they feel, without interruption or comment, is valued.

• What stage are you?

You should keep a positive attitude, relax and avoid stress.

It will help you heal. Frankly, I don’t think relaxing and avoiding stress are possible when dealing with a cancer diagnosis.

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• Are you a smoker?

• Are you going to lose your hair?

• Are you going to lose your breasts?

• You don’t look sick.

• Cancer must run in your family.

• Did the treatment work?

• Things could be worse.

Whether you’ve experienced a cancer diagnosis yourself, or with a friend or family member, our first instinct is to help. Having some background in how to converse and just be there is part of being prepared. Prayer and just sitting by their side is enough to convey caring. And caring for each other is vital.

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By Vonda Henderson

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he 19th floor of the BB&T Financial Tower in downtown Winston-Salem offers a spectacular, panoramic view of the city and the surrounding landscape. It is home to the newly renovated Piedmont Club, offering a wonderful view and a vast array of options to embrace the community at-large. You may think that the Piedmont Club is just for downtown business people to meet and socialize, but it is so much more than that.

Like any family, there are a variety of personalities who enjoy the benefits of membership. There are: • The “Norm” from Cheers type who knows everyone and exudes goodwill to those they encounter.

• The Member who embraces all the bells and whistles that the Club offers.

• The Active Connector who builds bridges from one group or interest to another.

• The Host/Hostess who wants everyone to be comfortable and enjoy the experience.

• The Organizer who is great at planning and seeing to the details.

Together these personalities create an atmosphere of inclusion and ensure that the Club is a comfortable place for current and future members. Originally founded as a business club, over its 28 years the Piedmont Club has evolved and kept pace with the growth and revitalization of downtown Winston-Salem. There are a variety of membership levels offered, tailored to your specific lifestyle. The intent is to meet and exceed your expectations, rather than a “one size fits all” type of experience.

Those experiences are created to help members build relationships and enhance their lifestyles. Among the opportunities are: • The Wine Society – Whether you are already a wine connoisseur or have aspirations to become one, this is an opportunity to learn and expand your knowledge and appreciation of wines.

• The Travel Society – Embrace the travel bug and enjoy the world through personal and presentation experiences.

• Golf Committee – Develop your golf skills and learn from fellow members.

• Business Forum – Enjoy networking, learn about opportunities, and build your client base.

• Piedmont Women’s Forum – Expand your network and support projects focused on women’s growth.

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Many consider the Piedmont Club their office away from the office (a retreat, in which to work quietly without the normal interruptions and noise). It can also be viewed as a home away from home (an escape to recharge from day-to-day tasks). You can dine alone in comfort or if you’d like to meet others, sit at the Joiner’s Table and meet new people.

A unique social event held the third Tuesday of each month is the Sky High Sips, open to all members and the community. This is an opportunity for a not-for-profit, local community partner to showcase their program. The Club provides all the marketing and the partner organization presents an overview of their particular services. Some of the past partners have been the Veterans Helping Veterans Heal (a residential, sustainability program for returning veterans), Next Step Ministries (a housing and service group for survivors of domestic violence), and the NC Child Development Center. The proceeds from the evening’s event go directly to the presenting organization.

The Piedmont Club also provides a location for special events to non-members. The on-site Private Events Director is available to assist in planning and fulfilling your vision for special occasions, from wedding receptions, anniversary celebrations, birthdays, bar and bat mitzvahs, reunions, corporate parties, etc.

The Piedmont Club, located at 200 West Second Street (19th floor), Winston-Salem NC 27101, is part of the ClubCorp organization, known as the world leader in private clubs.” Membership offers a unique lifestyle with over 300 clubs worldwide. For membership information, contact Elisabeth Weston, Member Director, at 336.837.1751 (direct), 336.724.7077 (office), or elisabeth.weston@clubcorp.com.

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Kersey Valley - Celebrating 30 Years of Fun!

By Susan Woodall

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all – that wonderful season with its crisp, clean air and a break from the heat of summer has you ready to spend hours outdoors doing fun things with family and friends.

If you are looking for a place that is close to home, has something for everyone and where you can spend a few hours or several days enjoying fun family time, then look no further! Kersey Valley in Archdale, NC, is just the place!

For those who have never been or haven’t been lately to Kersey Valley, you are in for a real treat with so much to see and do. “First time guests tend to be a bit overwhelmed with the amount of fun stuff we have to offer,” said Tony Wohlgemuth, president of Kersey Valley, Inc. “For the adventurous people, we have the 10-line or 14-line Zipline tour. For our 30th season, we opened two new attractions, the Kersey Valley High Ropes and the Kersey Valley Escape games. The High Ropes Challenge Course has over 50 elements to challenge you on three levels. A 10-foot level for beginners, 20-foot for intermediate and 30-foot for the advanced challenges. Guests have two hour sessions on the challenge course that includes a 34foot rock climbing wall. For those that like a mental challenge, the Escape games are perfect exercises to make our guests work as a team. For more fun on the ground, we have two-hour outdoor laser tag sessions in the woods. For a more relaxed time, guests can test their navigation skills in the 10-acre corn maze. We have attractions for every member of the family, from toddlers to seniors.”

The new Escape games bring yet another dimension of excitement to Kersey Valley and one that guests will want to come back to many, many times.

For Wohlgemuth, it took his team’s skills, talent and imagination to make it happen. “I decided with the talented staff we have at Kersey Valley, that have been building themed sets for three decades, that this idea was in our wheel house,” said Wohlgemuth. “We took this idea of an escape room and have really taken it over the top with the tricks we use in our haunted attractions. Each game room is themed out with

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the smallest of details like smells, lasers, rain and audio effects. We utilize mostly original puzzles that our team has created in-house to make our escape rooms very unique. There can be up to 10 people in our family friendly option in the deadwood room which is themed as an 1800s whiskey bar, and up to 12 people in our creepy autopsy room. Guests can book out the entire room or join complete strangers to take on the challenge. The object of these rooms is to find the final key that unlocks the escape door. First time players can find it a bit overwhelming until they find the first key; then the adrenaline starts pumping, and it’s game on! Each room has a game master that is watching and hearing your every move. Kersey Valley Escape offers three levels of difficulty when playing the game. Hard mode is where no clues are given by the game master, medium mode is a clue at 15-minute intervals, and easy mode is a clue for every puzzle you must solve. Most guests start on hard mode and end up on easy mode as they start to run out of time. A common response from first time players is they want to book another room right away, as they become hooked on the rush of trying to escape.

We will open an industry ‘first’ with our new Haunted Manor Escape room this fall. The Haunted Manor Escape is a multi-room escape game that will be scary and filled with mystery. This will also be the main entrance to our Kersey Valley Spookywoods haunted attraction. The tens of thousands of our Halloween fans will get to come back and try to Escape the Manor which will be open yearround.”

Kersey Valley is located at 1615 Kersey Valley Road in Archdale, NC. Office hours are Monday-Friday 9am-6pm year-round.

For more information, visit the website at www.kerseyvalley.com.

For those new to the area, Kersey Valley has all attractions open weekends in September through the first weekend in November. The popular Spookywoods is open the last weekend in September to the first weekend in November for ages 12 and up. For the Zipline tour, Kersey Valley is open by reservation 364 days a year.

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The Benefits of Adopting Older Cats and Dogs

By Carolyn S. Peterson

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ne of the most exciting times in your life, or the life of your family, will be when you adopt a cat or dog. While many decide upon a kitten or puppy (I mean, really, who can resist those faces?) there are a lot of great reasons to consider adopting an older cat or dog, many of which you may not have even thought of…

Adopting an older pet may not initially seem like an option. After all, you had your heart set on a kitten or puppy. Many people want a young pet so that they can raise it, but often the responsibilities of training a kitten, and especially a puppy, are not considered. Older pets are already litter-trained and may be housebroken, so potty time is not something you always have to teach.

From the first day you adopt an older cat or dog, you can tell exactly what you are getting. Their temperaments are stable and with most adoptions, many shelters complete a thorough behavioral analysis of your potential cat or dog and can give you some background information on the animal’s personality, energy level and behavior before you get it home. Around the age of 2 ½ years old, a cat or dog’s personality is pretty set. Older pets have life experiences, like having a tail tugged on or a rambunctious child playing with them, and they know how to respond. And although you may think they are set in their ways, older animals are very trainable.

Don’t believe the saying ‘You can’t teach an old dog new tricks.’ Buying into this adage keeps people from adopting older animals. Cats and dogs of any age can continue learning, growing and expanding their cognitive development, easily adjusting to a new environment.

In fact, because an older dog has a longer attention span than a puppy,

older dogs tend to be easier to train. If you live in a busy house with work schedules, as well as kids in school and afterschool activities, taking the time to train a kitten or a puppy, and giving it the attention it needs, may not fit your lifestyle. An older pet is much easier to handle from day-to-day.

Beyond these reasons is the fact that many older cats and dogs in shelters have found themselves in a cage at an unknown place through no fault of their own and they deserve to have as much happiness as they can get in life. Alice Singh, VP of Fur Ever Friends of NC, has fallen in love many times over with senior dogs, some of which have health issues, because as she said, “These older guys deserve to know what love and care really are. As far as I can remember, in the past 18 years, only 4 of my dogs have been under 10 weeks old. I seek out, or rather they seek me out, and I take in seniors from shelters and either foster them or place them in a new home. Sadly, very few senior animals are even looked at in shelters,” said Alice. And Alice also reminds us, “Don’t ever adopt an animal that you aren’t going to give your attention to and with dogs, do not bring one home to just put it on a chain or in a small lot for the rest of its life.”

Older animals can be a wonderful addition to your life. Over the years, Alice has had many senior dogs in her life. “I don’t want any dog to die in a shelter and never know what it’s like to be loved and cared for. I love grey muzzles; their eyes tell a story. Sad eyes say so much and hurt my soul. I want to see a glimmer of hope in every dog’s eye before they leave this world. I truly believe that every dog has crossed my path for a reason and has made a difference in my life. Dogs are my passion and purpose; every day they warm my heart,” Alice commented.

Locally there are many rescue groups as well as the Forsyth Humane Society, AARF (Animal Adoption and Rescue Foundation) and Forsyth County Animal Shelter, all of which can be found online.

For more informati on on Fur-Ever Friends of NC, visit fure verfriend snc.org.

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The Dangers of Becoming a Professional Student

By Robin White Ellis

ollege students are taking longer than ever to graduate.

Yesteryear's four year bachelor's degree now takes five or six years for many students. There can be good reasons for this but unfortunately, more and more young adults are simply choosing to take as long as possible to enter the “real world.” These people fall under the slang term of “professional students.”

down on the slacker version of the professional student.

They are beginning to institute limits on how long it takes to achieve a degree. Exceptions are in place for those with learning disabilities and family or financial issues.

Another tempting benefit is being able to study abroad on the cheap. Speaking of money, the longer you stay in college, the longer you can put off paying for student loans. Continuing to take out loans to avoid the payments rather defeats the purpose, but many young twenty-somethings easily put this out of their minds to consider (and worry over) later. Their minds are filled with ball games and parties and bonfires...oh, and studying on occasion, with their friends and romantic interests.

important lessons a parent should provide, which is accountability. All this does is encourage an unattractive sense of entitlement. This student will have quite the shock once college is done and the real world comes knocking. Imagine how this looks to prospective employers! It will not be easy to explain why it took eight years to attain a bachelor’s degree.

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In some ways, it is almost understandable. It seems unfair to ask a teenager, fresh from high school, to decide what they want to do with the rest of their lives. Some people refer to this time as the “quarter-life crisis.” This age group cannot be considered Consider the reasons why someone might be reluctant to leave children and yet they are pretty scared of that adult world out college – it is pretty easy to figure out when you think about it. there. A certain level of exploring should be expected. However, College life is fun! There are parties every weekend, although it there comes a point where parents must draw the would not be difficult to find a line and furthermore, make that party any night of the week, if you “Unfortunately, the number of line clear to their student. The simply look for one. There are those who want to stay in college detriments to both the student and fraternities, sororities, clubs, the college are many. societies...all very attractive looking. as long as possible is rising.”

Need we even mention spring For universities, a certain number of spaces are available per break? Even better, there are long school vacations for the class and for new students. Those who constantly change their holidays and the entire summer to themselves! With college major or take unnecessary classes simply to stick around longer meal plans paid for by the parents, even the food is free. Student deprive other students of those spaces. A student who does not discounts are available nearly everywhere and there is unlimited care to graduate on time (or even close to the time he or she access to the school gym. While dorm life can be stressful, there should) causes financial difficulties in all quarters. The cost to is no other place where you can live so close to a great number the parent, the extra student loans, the possibility of living off of of friends. It is like a huge, never-ending slumber party! the “college system” – none of this teaches one of the most

Obviously, this does not apply to every college student. There are many responsible young adults out there who have reached the maturity level needed to take advantage of the opportunities available to them. Unfortunately, the number of those who want to stay in college as long as possible is rising. Universities are starting to take notice of this and are working on ways to crack

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Simply put, while college can be wonderful and yes, even fun, it should not be considered a landing pad so much as a springboard into the next chapter of your life. It should be an exciting time and an opportunity to contribute to society instead of draining from it. Let your college student in on the little secret that no one wakes up one morning to suddenly feel like an adult.

It is a process. There is nothing wrong with enjoying the journey, as long as you are moving forward.

Celebrate Yarn

By Vonda Henderson

I Love Yarn

day is October 17.

Yes, yarn has its own special day. It’s been celebrated for the past five years as a “stitch it forward” concept. Yarn lovers (you know who you are – you’re probably the ones who got past that opening sentence), share your love of yarn with someone else.

Give a lesson, give a yarn gift, etc. Let’s increase the yarn-loving population and celebrate what yarn does for us.

Does yarn do something for us? Yes, it sure does.

Working with yarn gives us a sense of accomplishment (93% say so). I recall a friend who shared that her husband had told her she couldn’t build anything. She picked up a ball of yarn and told him she was building a sweater – and did.

Working with yarn is a stress reducer. It’s been documented that 85% of those who knit or crochet report reduction in their stress levels. For me, knitting helps reduce my blood pressure. In fact, my doctor has told me to keep knitting – like I really need more motivation. Hey, it’s doctor’s orders.

Working with yarn can also improve your mood. At the end of a busy day, to sit for a while and focus on a project is a relaxing experience. Although I did recently read that one avid knitter said her kids could tell if she was upset by her “angry knitting.” I’m guessing those were some really tight stitches she had going.

Where do we get yarn that helps us in these ways? If you’ve been to a fiber fair, you’ve probably met most of them. Sheep, rabbits, goats, llamas and alpacas – they’re all beautiful animals that make the wonderful yarn we fashion into so many useful items. I recall one close encounter with a llama at a fiber fair. I was looking at the animals and stopped by a pen. When I turned my head, I was looking right into the eyes of a llama. The owner said he just wanted a kiss (the llama, not the owner). He was a blue ribbon winning llama and his owner was slightly offended that I declined the offer.

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Sheep are the most common source for yarn. Raising sheep is considered one of the oldest organized industries. In the US, there are approximately 40 breeds of sheep; worldwide there are about 900. Sheep and goats were brought to America by Columbus in 1493. George Washington raised sheep. Woodrow Wilson had sheep grazing on the White House lawn during his presidency.

One pound of sheep wool equates to about ten miles of yarn.

It takes about 70 steps to take sheep wool from its raw state to a quality product.

Goats provide two major varieties of yarn. Mohair comes from angora goats, which are sheared twice a year, producing about five pounds of fiber each time. Cashmere goats provide a luxurious fiber and their yarn is quite expensive. Each shearing produces about two and a half pounds of fiber.

Angora rabbits are amazing – they look like huge cotton balls.

They’re combed every three months to extract the loose fibers. Their wool is considered seven times warmer than other varieties.

Celebrate yarn on October 17. Add to your stockpile, take a lesson, teach a lesson, start a new project. Yarn on.

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Congratulations Becca Connolly who won first place in the Girls' 12-13 Division of the Tarheel Youth Golf Association Tournament of Champions at Mill Creek Golf Course in Mebane, NC on August 12, 2015. Mallory Fobes (right) from East Bend, NC, placed second, and Lotte Fox (left) of Raleigh, NC, placed third.

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Children are invited to dress in their Hallo ween costume and “goblin hop” along the gree nway. Local businesses and organizations will have tables along the greenway with kid’s activities/games.

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CALENDAR of Upcoming Events NOW THROUGH OCTOBER 24 PHLEBOTOMY TRAINING CLASS 9am-3pm, 200 Northgate Park Drive in W-S. Train on the weekends for a new career without interrupting your weekly commitments. This 10-week Phlebotomy course is designed to help students earn their Phlebotomy certificate. Cost: $450 deposit; three additional payments of $150. www.allianceassessments.com

NOW THROUGH NOVEMBER 1 (SATURDAYS AND SUNDAYS) THE HOME MAZE & PUMPKIN PATCH Times vary, 1001 Reynolda Rd (farm entrance) in W-S. Six and a half acres of family fun and fall activities – all ages maze, toddle maze, cow train, pumpkin chunker and more! Buy pumpkins too! Proceeds support The Children's Home. Cost: $10/adult; $7/child (4-17); and $5/group. childrenshomefarm.org

NOW THROUGH NOVEMBER 10 (TUESDAYS) THE WEIGH FOR YOU 6-7:30pm, 3333 Silas Creek Parkway in W-S. The Weigh for You is a 10-week weight mgmt. series focusing on healthy lifestyles and maintaining a high quality of life. The program fee covers all classes, 1:1 consults and access to the Gateway YWCA fitness facility. Cost: $150/person.

NOW THROUGH NOVEMBER 20 INFANT SWIMMING RESOURCE (ISR) LESSONS

Kersey Valley

1113 West Mountain St in Kernersville. ISR Aquatic survival skills for ages six months to six years. Cost: $75/week. www.dmhaskins.infantswim.com/instructor

NOW THROUGH NOVEMBER 28 (SATURDAYS) TOUR DE FOOD 1:30-4pm, downtown W-S. Explore the culinary delights and taste the best of downtown Winston-Salem. You will enjoy everything from local desserts to down home BBQ while you meet the chefs, owners and artisans who create it all. We begin our tour at Jeffery Adams on Fourth.

Cost: $47/person. Tourdefood.com/tours/winstonsalem

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

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

Christmas and fall items, boutique, cash raffle, silent auction and huge bake sale. Meatball sub lunch on Saturday, and coffee and pastries until 10am on Sunday.

OCTOBER 3 FALL OPEN HOUSE 7:30am-4pm, 1088 West Dalton Rd in King. Growing more than 125,000 pansies and violas, hundreds of trees and mums and thousands of shrubs. We grow one of the largest selections in the Triad. FREE refreshments and door prizes. mitchellsnursery.com

THE PINK RIBBON TALKS CONFERENCE FOR BREAST CANCER SURVIVORS 8:30am-2:30pm, 6205 Ramada Dr in Clemmons. Cancer Services presents the 14th Annual "Pink Ribbon Talks," a conference for breast cancer survivors. Activities include medical panel, survivorship panel, fashion show and boutique. Join us for a day of learning, sharing and talking!

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POINT & COUNTERPOINT OPENING RECEPTION AND EVENT 6-9pm, 750 Marguerite Drive in W-S. Join us for the opening reception of Point & Counterpoint and an evening full of events. This exhibition celebrates 18 artists from all over the state who were selected for the NC Arts Council 2014-2015 fellowship awards. secca.org

OCTOBER 4 SUNRISE YOGA STUDIO – AYURVEDA, SCIENCE OF LIFE, WORKSHOP 3-6pm, 6000 Meadowbrook Mall Court, Suite 1 in Clemmons. Ayurveda is a 5,000-year-old wellness system that promotes self-healing. Based on an understanding of how combinations of elemental energies affect the mind and body's regulation, Ayurveda, when combined with yoga, can help you make choices that prevent disease and promote sound health and improved vitality.

Cost: $45/person. www.SunriseYoga.net

OCTOBER 8 SCIWORKS AFTER DARK: “BREWING AND DISTILLING” 6-9pm, 400 West Hanes Mill Rd in W-S. Sample craft beers from regional breweries and brandied fruit from an area distillery. Food vendors available for optional dinner purchases. Tickets: $8/advance (through Oct 6); $12/door. sciworks.org

OCTOBER 8-10 MOUNT TABOR UMC CLOTHING EXCHANGE 6:30-9pm, 3543 Robinhood Rd in W-S. Make plans to sell and shop with us! All seasons clothing for infants-juniors, toys, books, games, footwear, children's sports equip., girls prom attire and ladies boutique. mttaborumc.org

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WALLBERG BAPTIST CHURCH CRAFT SHOW

HOSPITAL HOW-TO: PLANNING, STAGING AND PACKING FOR YOUR BIRTH 6-8pm, 2909 Maplewood Avenue in W-S. Learn how to plan for your birth preferences, prepare yourself by understanding the different stages of labor and pack an easy-to-carry hospital bag in this two-hour class.

Cost: $25/couple. birthsandbeginnings.com

8am-12pm, 5341 Wallberg Rd in W-S. Children's book author, Michele Marlene Manderine, will be selling her pet creations – knitted baby, cat, dog and doll afghans. "Remi, The Ragdoll" greeting cards, and knitted pet toys. 10/14: 8am-4pm at 3333 Silas Creek Pkwy in W-S; 10/17: 8am1pm at 1130 Jonestown Rd in W-S; and 10/24: 8am-1pm at 8300 Concord Church Rd in Lewisville.

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TWIN CITY ARTISANS ON DERO’S VERANDA

PUMPKIN PICK HAYRIDES AT TANGLEWOOD

8:30am-2pm, 2671 Lewisville Clemmons Rd in Clemmons. Browse and buy the works of the Twin City Artisans on Dero's Veranda. The artisans are juried members of the Piedmont’s newest crafts guild. Shop for the holidays! twincityartisansnc.com

10am-5pm, Tanglewood Park Stable in Clemmons.

Tractor drawn hayrides to the pumpkin patch by reservation. Kids who come out for a hayride in costume on October 3rd or 10th will get a prize! Cost: $9/person. tanglewoodstables.com

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HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH FALL BAZAAR

10am-12:30pm, 2250 Reynolda Rd in W-S. A series of interrelated workshops designed for visual art students in 7th-12th grades who are interested in improving their artistic

5-8pm (2nd); 8am-1pm (3rd), 4820 Kinnamon Rd in Clemmons. Handmade crafts and restored furniture,

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OCTOBER 11 RAFFALDINI VINEYARDS: FARMERS’ MARKET 12-4pm, 450 Groce Rd in Ronda. Meet and shop with local farmers on the grounds of Raffaldini Vineyards! raffaldini.com

OCTOBER 14 KIDS’ MORNING OUT - FREE EVENT! 10am-12pm, Fulton Family YMCA, 385 W. Hanes Mill Rd in W-S. Activity stations, free play, bounce house, arts and crafts, games and facility tours available.

GIRLS' NIGHT OUT 5pm…until! Five Points, 109 South Stratford Rd in W-S. Grab a friend, neighbor, co-worker, mother, sister, SOMEBODY and have a much need Girls’ Night Out. Enjoy dinner features, drink specials and a signature Girls’ Night Out cocktail. Also, register for TONS of prizes and giveaways!

OCTOBER 15 REYNOLDA THURSDAYS: THE ARTIST’S GARDEN 9:30am-8pm, 2250 Reynolda Rd in W-S. Take a gardener’s tour of Reynolda Gardens, make paper flowers in the greenhouses and enjoy the exhibition with music in the museum. Cost: RAH pass holders, members and students free; non-members $5 after 4:30pm. reynoldahouse.org/calendar/event/reynolda-thursdays-theartists-garden

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

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

OCTOBER 16 5TH ANNUAL 3-HOUR ZUMBATHON® TO BENEFIT SUSAN G. KOMEN NWNC 7-10pm, 6205 Ramada Dr in Clemmons. Presented by Women's Wellness & Fitness and Village Inn Event Center.

Cost: $15/advance; $20/at the door.

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OCTOBER 17 TANGLEWOOD HEART & STROKE WALK WITH THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION 7:30-11:30am, 4061 Clemmons Rd in Clemmons. One or four mile walk and take a stand against heart disease.

Bring your pooch for this year's first ever Pooch Parade! tanglewoodheartwalk.org

2015 PAPA FALL CMW SEMINAR 8am-4pm, The Piedmont Association of Physician Assistants again offers its free annual CME seminar. This seminar provides six hours Category I CME and is open to all PAs and NPs. Registration required. FREE to attend. papanc.org/2015-papa-fall-seminar/

FRIENDS OF RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE CHARACTER BREAKFAST 8:45am-12:30pm, 499 Deacon Blvd in W-S. Bring your family and join your favorite characters for breakfast and a special character parade at the 6th Annual Character Breakfast. Held at Bridger Field House with two seating times. Cost: $25/person; children under age one FREE. rmhws.org/event/character-breakfast

SHREDDING EVENT SPONSORED BY BERMUDA RUN GARDEN CLUB 9am-12pm, 120 Kinderton Blvd in Bermuda Run. Proceeds go to various Davie County community programs supported by the Garden Club. Cost: $5/brown grocery bag or equivalent size box; $10/hard drive.

Cash only.

TWIN CITY ARTISANS AT THE FARM AT THE CHILDREN’S HOME 10am-4pm, 1001 Reynolda Rd in W-S. Join in the

family fun! Browse the works of the Twin City Artisans in the hay barn of the Children’s Home Farm. Enjoy the animals, crops, crafts and meet the artisans. twincityartisansnc.com

THE DOUBLE DIVAS MOLLY & CYNTHIA FIT EVENT 10am-6pm, 6205 Ramada Dr in Clemmons. We're bringing Clemmons the #GiftofLift, and we want to see you ladies there! You can book a fitting with the Double Divas through Eventbrite.com. Cost: $50/person.

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TRIAD LIGHT THE NIGHT WALK FOR LEUKEMIA/LYMPHOMA 5-8pm, Country Day Park in Greensboro. Walk is for raising money for blood cancers. lightthenight.org

NORTH DAVIDSON HS 30TH CLASS REUNION 6-11:30pm, 6205 Ramada Drive in Clemmons. Email Lisa Grant Cameron at lisagrantcameron@gmail.com.

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OCTOBER 17-25 (SATURDAYS AND SUNDAYS) FALL PARADE OF HOMES 1-5pm, 2629 Forest Dr in W-S. June DeLugas Interiors and Custom Homes by Hamrick teams up again.

Come tour this lovely home for free. Light fixtures, window treatments, finishes/colors and furnishings by June DeLugas Interiors! junedelugasinteriors.com

OCTOBER 18 RAFFALDINI VINEYARDS: ARTISTS DAY 12-4pm, 450 Groce Rd in Ronda. Raffaldini Vineyards is proud to support the work of NC Artists! raffaldini.com.

JERRY LONG FAMILY YMCA FALL FESTIVAL 6-8:30pm, 1150 South Peacehaven Rd in Clemmons.

Join us for a FREE night of games, haunts and family fun!

There will be carnival games, hayrides, a pumpkin patch, food trucks, bonfires and a haunted trail! Costumes are welcome. Canned food donations are encouraged. jerrylongymca.org

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OCTOBER 24 TRIAD OUT OF THE DARKNESS COMMUNITY WALK 8am-12pm, 9652 East Mountain St in Kernersville. Join the effort with hundreds of thousands of people to raise awareness and funds that allow AFSP to invest in new research, create educational programs, advocate for public policy and support survivors of suicide loss.

THE BARBECUE FESTIVAL

JESSICA MARIE PHOTOGRAPHY

skills. Cost: $125/member; $175/non-members or $25/member per session; $35/non-member per session. reynoldahouse.org/calendar/event/reynolda-sketch-13

8:30am-6pm, Main St in Lexington. The Barbecue Festival will be celebrating 32 years of quality entertainment and exhibits, attractions and, of course, the “best” barbecue in the world! Don't miss the 50-ton pig themed sand sculpture. barbecuefestival.com

WORKSHOP: PLEIN-AIR PAINTING WITH WATERCOLORS 10am-2:30pm, 2250 Reynolda Rd in W-S. Guided tour studying the varied use of color and texture in paintings on view in The Artist’s Garden. Then students will enjoy an outdoor painting session on the grounds of Reynolda.

Cost: $80/members and students; $100/nonmembers. reynoldahouse.org/calendar/event/ workshop-plein-air-painting-with-watercolors

OCTOBER 25 NEWBORN KNOW HOW 6-8pm, 2909 Maplewood Ave. in W-S. Learn care basics for your new little one. Learn tips for safe sleep, cord care, bath time and everything in between. Registration required.

Cost: $25/couple. piedmontdoulas.com

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FRANKENSTEIN 7:30-9:30pm, 301 Hawthorne Rd in W-S. Come see one of the most iconic horror films of all time accompanied by live music, presented by the Piedmont Wind Symphony. Perfect for Halloween and audiences of all ages. Cost: $18-$22/person. piedmontwindsymphony.com

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B B&L Plumbing.......................................156 Becky Davis - Massage Therapy...........153 Bernardins Restaurant | Bleu Restaurant and Bar........................111 Best Bet Painters...................................157 Bloomday Granite ...........Inside Back Cover Brookstown Inn.......................................69 Burklee Printing .....................................137 Busy as a Bee Concierge......................131

C Carolina Center for Eye Care ...................89 Castle Lights ...........................................69 Charming Carolina ................................141 Chermak & Hanson Orthodontics .........139 Chris’ Lawncare....................................139 Christina’s Dessertery...........................159 Chrystal Yates- Real Estate ...................157 Clemmons Bicycle Shop.......................121 Clemmons Country Store........................19 Craige Jenkins Liipfert & Walker LLP ........5

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1. What life lesson did you learn as a breast cancer survivor?

My biggest lesson came in trusting the Lord. Proverbs 3:5 says, ‘Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not onto your own understanding.’ My cancer was a season of spiritual growth for me. I had to learn to let go and trust God through it all.

2. You’ve certainly played a pivotal role in the woman that our publisher is today. What was something you learned from your mom?

My mother always said to do the right thing, and it will pay off in the long run. She used to laughingly say, ‘Sometimes the long run is a LONG RUN!’ And that is the truth!

Kelly Melang always gets the last word with the women of Winston-Salem!

3. Who is someone you admire and why? My daughter, Keela Johnson, who never has an unkind word about anyone and has fun no matter where she is! When she told me she was going to start a magazine, I was nervous for her! I didn’t grow up in an era of entrepreneurship, but I was 100% behind her. The magazine has been out for ten years and it blows me away!

Her success is a combination of hard work and the simple fact that she loves her job. Work becomes fun when you love what you do.

4. Name a book that most influenced you and why? The Bible, because it is timeless and true. I have studied it for many years and it has been a great source of knowledge, truth, and comfort through various seasons of my life.

5. What is your favorite piece of art in your home? I have a couple of favorite pieces painted by an artist who is a friend of mine. When I look at them, it makes me think of the beach where we live, and how much her friendship has meant to me over the years.

6. What is your favorite home cooked family meal? I love Thanksgiving dinner. There is nothing better than family gathering for a home cooked meal and Thanksgiving draws a crowd of the people I love best in the world.

7. What qualities define a friend? What trait draws you to them? I enjoy people who are upbeat and positive and who have integrity. Those are the people I can count on through thick or thin, good times and bad, and for whom time and distance make no difference. True, good friends are like that…it is like you were never apart, you pick up right where you left off.

8. What is the perfect retirement age and why? The perfect age is when you are ready, not forced into retirement due to downsizing or age.

I retired when I was 49 and haven’t looked back. I left a fun career to enjoy our dream. My retirement is full of six grandchildren who we love beyond imagination! There is nothing better than spending more time with them, especially while we are young!

9. What is the scariest thing you’ve done in your life? Sailing our 34-foot O’Day sailboat to Bermuda, which was a major accomplishment for us and quite an adventure. I don’t think we could have it done it without the boating courses we took at the United States Power Squadron (who I highly recommend to anyone attempting such a trip)!

10. Where / how do you like to volunteer your time? I love working with children. I am on the board for Child Evangelism Fellowship (Good News Club) through our church. There is nothing better than running into a child years later and seeing what a wonderful, responsible adult they have grown to be. It makes me smile.

Marianne Schuler What a privilege it is to meet someone who is described as “giving, caring, loving, generous, and kind hearted,” and to learn that it’s all true! These are certainly accurate attributes for Mrs. Marianne Schuler. Marianne is the mother of Forsyth Woman magazine’s publisher, Keela Johnson, and a breast cancer survivor!

11. What is Kuzins Kamp? We had 2 grandchildren in NC, 2 in GA, and 2 in FL. My husband and I decided to create Kuzins Kamp as a week-long, no-parents allowed experience for our grandchildren so they could get to know one another. The entire week was based on what the children wanted to do and a lifetime of memories were created. It was a wonderful week of fun, laughter, showering our grandchildren with love and establishing friendships between them. Years later, they know their cousins in a way they may not have otherwise. Kuzins Kamp lasted for nine years and now that our grandchildren are all grown or college age, we look forward to picking it back up for the great-grandkids we hope to have someday!

12. What would you like your legacy to say? I enjoyed life and could be trusted to keep my word. Most of all, that I made a difference.

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