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Cheers friends! Johns Creek Lifestyle is proud to be a sponsor again for Polo in the Pines, a two-day festival honoring cancer survivors among us and raising funds for much-needed research while celebrating the great sport of polo here in the green Atlanta fields. When our lifestyle guru Sean O'Keefe came to us three years ago and suggested we collaborate with the PIP planners as media partner, we leaped at the opportunity to contribute, in some small way. This month, I'll dust off my fanciest hat (that is, Darce Richardson, our publisher coordinator will dust off an extra hat for me) and we will all join the fun October 7 and 8. While Saturday's event is a sit-down dinner (tickets still available), Sunday's brunch is a family-affair with bites from some of our favorite chefs and a more casual flair. Please join us!

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Around Town

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Open House

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Lifestyle Calendar

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Parting Thoughts

24 Work Hard, Recover Hard

We applaud athletes among you and suggest recovery nearby.

28 Dangerous Play

Navigating concussion symptoms and diagnosis.

34 Meet Donald Young

We catch up with him in Johns Creek.

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Good Times

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Grand Opening event on August 10 offers first 50 guests free Tin Drum for one year. Customers anxiously waiting for the doors to open.

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Around Town

AROUND TOWN

BRIGHTER DAYS Sunshine on a Ranney Day was honored to be able to do a makeover for the Summit Counseling Center of Atlanta. SOARD converted a large conference room into two kids therapy rooms. Summit Counseling Center of Atlanta has an amazing service to help counsel children with health and behavior issues, abuse, loss from divorce or death, suicidal feelings, bullying, self harm, social issues and many

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other things. This past year the Summit Counseling Center has had a

Wonderfully feminine, fashionable and just a bit glamorous is what

50% increase in children. Sunshine on a Ranney Day, with the help of

customers say when they think about the brand VLU Style (pronounced

Crosby Design Group, designed a nautical and jungle themed room.

vee-loo) fashion accessories. This month VLU, based in Alpharetta,

SOARD is a nonprofit approved organization based in Atlanta, and

has launched their first Black Label Collection. The upscale collection

founded in 2012 by Peter and Holly Ranney. The vision of Sunshine

includes necklace and earring designs made with genuine labradorite,

on a Ranney Day is to renovate homes for children with special needs

hematite and Swarovski crystal. The new collection is a direct compli-

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ment to the brands’ beautiful array of stylish and trendy fashion jewelry. Founder Veronica Miller says that having a great product is always her

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goal but the focus of her business is the customer experience: building

Northside Hospital and Gwinnett Health System (the parent of

relationships with customers and exceeding their expectations. She

Gwinnett Medical Center) announced that they have submitted their pro-

prides herself on her knowledge of what it takes to serve customers, and

posed merger agreement to the State of Georgia Office of the Attorney

her attention to detail to making the customer experience the best it can

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be every day. VLU Black Label Collection is available online and in stores

the five-hospital Northside-Gwinnett Health combined system could

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be operational in early 2018. Northside Hospital and Gwinnett Health System are both driven by quality patient care and satisfaction, strong

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medical professionals, health care innovation and unparalleled patient

AR Workshop Milton, an upscale boutique DIY workshop, cele-

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brated its grand opening last month. This DIY lover’s dream come true

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is located at the new Crabapple Market across from the new Milton

Gwinnett Medical Center in

City Hall. The relaxed industrial farmhouse style setting, with floor to

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BANK IN THE GAME The Milton Touchdown Club recently honored Providence Bank, one of their Platinum Sponsors, for their three year, $16,500 commitment to supporting the organization. During their presentation of the second installment of the bank’s sponsorship, Providence Bank

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executives received a special coaches’ tour of the Milton football fieldhouse and viewed the renovations financed by the bank.“The team needed the fieldhouse renovated and we wouldn’t have been able to do that without a commitment like this from Providence

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Bank,” says Colby Leonard, president of the Milton Touchdown Club. “We appreciate their support of the Milton Eagles program so we can continue to provide a fantastic football experience to players at all levels.” Providence Bank is the only community bank locally chartered in the Alpharetta/Milton community. Established in 2006, Providence Bank holds assets of $120 million and offers a wide array of banking solutions that include personal and business loan and deposit products as well as the latest in mobile and online banking products.

FREE BRAIN TRAIN LearningRx celebrated a special milestone recently when they trained the brain of their 100,000th student. To celebrate, LearningRx Atlanta-Buckhead is giving back to the community by offering up to 1,000 complimentary digital, standardized cognitive assessments between October 18 and 21. Call 404.25-BRAIN today to reserve your assessment. Facebook: LearningRx Atlanta Buckhead/Alpharetta.

A DECADE OF SMILES Exceptional Dentistry of Johns Creek is excited to be celebrating 10 years of service to the Johns Creek/Suwanee communities! To honor this achievement, the office of Dr. Judson Connell, DMD, is offering some fantastic limited specials to the community. All Cerec onevisit crowns are $50 off, Zoom in-office whitening is 20% off and Dr. Connell's Signature Smile Makeovers (veneers) are 20% off, as well. They would love for you to come visit their office, decorated to look like an Italian villa, and meet Dr. Connell and taff. Please call their office for details, as some restrictions

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Around Town (CON TI N UED)

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In business, we all know that flow is important when it comes to cash. Money comes in and money goes out. Lots of money coming in is a good sign; running out of cash means you are in trouble. Consider the same idea with your health. Flow is important when it comes to qi (chi) - also referred to as vital energy or ‘lifeforce.’ According to the theory of Traditional Chinese Medicine, a healthy body has an abundance of qi that flows and nourishes the vital organs, cells and tissues (the very things that protect, heal and energize you). We ‘spend’ qi in situations of fatigue, stress, strain, tension, fast-pace etc., so we need to do something to replenish ourselves. One way is to practice QIGONG (CHI KUNG). This ancient Chinese health exercise system uses gentle movements, healing postures, breathing exercises and focused awareness not only to build energy, but to lead and guide it to places in the body where it is needed for health and revitalization. Check out the classes at Grey Owl Mind-Body Studio in Johns Creek to learn more.

BABY CAM Emory Johns Creek Hospital (EJCH) has installed eight new cameras in the Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). The NICVIEW cameras allow parents to see their newborns, many of whom are born premature

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A GENEROUS NIGHT Experience a night like never before at Prevent Blindness Georgia’s inaugural Night for Sight Gala! The event will take place at the Atlanta History Center from 7 to 10 p.m. on Friday, November 3. Guests will enjoy a night of cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and more all for a great cause. Guests can also participate in a live auction accompanied by musical entertainment by the Macular Degenerates, a band led by doctors. As the first fundraising gala for Prevent Blindness Georgia, a Night for Sight’s goal is to raise critical funds and awareness for preventing sight-stealing conditions and diseases in Georgia. General tickets are $200 per person and patron tickets begin at $1,000 per couple. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit Georgia.PreventBlindness.org/ night-for-sight.

ACTIVE GIVING This month you can make a difference in the fight against breast cancer. Susan G. Komen Greater Atlanta is hosting its first ever GET UP Atlanta Virtual Challenge. To participate, simply pledge to complete eight hours of physical exercise during the month of October. The GET UP Atlanta Virtual Challenge allows you to engage in any exercise, all on your own schedule and skill level. Registration also includes a special bottle opener finisher’s medal and a celebration party at Monday Night Brewing’s new Atlanta Beltline location on October 23. Through GET UP Atlanta, Komen Atlanta will continue to raise funds supporting their mission of enabling our community to detect and survive breast cancer by facilitating access to quality care, providing education and supporting research. Join us in the fight against breast cancer. Take Action. Save Lives. For more details and to register, visit KomenAtlanta.org/virtual.

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Around Town (CON TI N UED) GAStateParks.org/LeafWatch, the travel planner is filled with top trails and overlooks, mountain cabins and campsites, fall events and hiking safety tips. Shutterbugs are encouraged to share their favorite shots on the Georgia State Parks’ Facebook page and Instagram, tagging #GaLeafWatch and #GaStateParks. Rangers will also post updates on how fall color is progressing in their parks. Some of the most popular parks for leaf watching include Black Rock Mountain, Cloudland Canyon, Fort Mountain, Tallulah Gorge, Unicoi and Vogel. Since mountain parks are heavily visited on

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From November 4 – 20, the Book Festival of the MJCCA will celebrate 26 years of bringing culture and conversation to the greater Atlanta community. This Book Festival repertoire of 45+ authors has something to offer all book lovers. More than 13,000 people from across the Southeast will come to engage with and listen to their favorite local, national, and international authors. Most events will be held at the Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta (MJCCA), 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody.

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Local Limelight

ometimes a single conversation can change your life’s purpose. That was certainly the case for Polo in the Pines founder Tina Fowler. In 2012,

Tina was at Houston’s MD Anderson Cancer Center with her mother, Sharon Knight, for treatment of leiomyosarcoma—a cancer Sharon had been battling for 20+ years. That’s 20 years of motherhood, birthdays, holidays and life laced with treatments, surgeries, fears and questions. While the journey was often challenging, Sharon always found the bright side, proclaiming, “Life is about choices, and I choose to turn this negative into a positive.” It was that day that doctors stressed the importance of research as they searched for a cure. Inspired by her mother’s positivity, Tina made the choice to find joy while working to fund cancer research that could impact countless families facing the same battle. With her heart of gold, Tina forged ahead and launched what would ultimately become Polo in the Pines, an exciting polo-filled weekend that would fund leiomyosarcoma research in honor of her mother. So, why polo? Not only do the stately horses, green pastures, and Pretty Woman polo attire provide the most amazing ambiance, but also the sport is historically philanthropic. Georgia's distinctive towering pines canopy Atlanta, giving it the nickname, 'City in a Forest,' providing a beautiful home

POLO for the Atlanta Regional Polo Center. Nestled in Vinings on an inviting

stretch of the Chattahoochee River, the polo fields offer the perfect setting

ARTICLE MARGARET SULLIVAN | PHOTOGRAPHY LIZ ERIKSON for supporters to enjoy a day of fun and philan-

year is uniquely honoring Saville and Lilia Sullivan, two sisters who were

thropy. This beautiful backdrop drew

each diagnosed with different types of brain cancer in 2016. The weekend

the lifelong equestrian, Tina, and

will kick off on Saturday, October 8, where the Sullivan sisters’ remarkable

connected her to Jolie Liston, the

story will be told to a crowd of over 400 supporters with the soft sounds

backbone of Atlanta’s thriving

of polo mallets whacking and horses galloping in the background. To top

polo community--thus help-

off the weekend, Sunday’s Atlanta Brunch Festival will feature more polo

ing make the idea of a polo

matches, as some of the city’s top restaurants compete for the title of

fundraiser a reality.

Atlanta “Best Brunch Bite.”

Now, five years later,

All proceeds from the weekend will go directly to the Sharon McCollum

the

Knight, Polo in the Pines Pediatric Cancer Research Fund at the Children’s

beautiful polo fields to

Healthcare of Atlanta Foundation. The fund will directly benefit brain tumor

sip champagne and enjoy

research at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta in honor of the Sullivan sisters.

patrons

flock

polo matches, while funding

In addition to all of their generous sponsors, Polo in the Pines is incred-

critical cancer research. Each

ibly grateful to Jolie Liston and the Atlanta Regional Polo Center for mak-

year, the organization celebrates

ing this incredible weekend possible. For more tickets and information,

a different honoree and benefits research for the honoree’s diagnosis. This 20

IN THE PINES

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visit PoloInThePines.com. Be sure to give a nod to all the generous sponsors, listed on the Editor's Page.

MEET JOLIE LISTON

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olie has played in every Polo in the Pines match, and you'll see her again this year. LP: How long have you been involved in polo in ATL?

JL: I started playing polo in 1980. My father played and introduced me to the sport.

LP: How has the polo scene changed in our state? JL: Polo in Atlanta has become more diverse. There are now four polo

clubs in the Atlanta area and it’s not just for the very wealthy anymore. Anyone can participate at various levels. I also see a lot more women and kids playing than ever before. LP: Tell us about your horses. JL: There are too many to list for a short article! A few that are special to

me are Alabama, Georgia, Pikachu and Snippet. They are the young horses I am currently training for polo. I rescued Alabama and Georgia from a kill pen in Louisiana, which makes training them even more special. Philomena is another special horse as she is one of my best. LP: Why is polo such an exciting sport to play? JL: Different people will give you different answers to this question but for

me, the relationship between the horse and rider makes polo exciting. We ask a lot of our horses and I consider them part of the team. Racing down the field at top speed chasing a little white ball can also be an adrenaline rush!

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WORK HARD, RECOVER HARD (CON TI N U ED)

advanced regiment of maintenance-based chiropractic care and Progressive Rehab® therapy, there are many ways to help your body recover. HealthSource Chiropractic works with athletes of all abilities, as well as non-athletes, to help them get personalized treatment for their specific issues. Whether working to prevent pain through stretching, therapeutic taping, and chiropractic care, or strengthening physical deficiencies, patients know they can depend on HealthSource Chiropractic to be proactive in injury prevention, and reactive when injuries do arise. Vivian Chhetri, who heads the tennis department at Life Time Fitness Peachtree Corners and works with many top junior players, believes recovery can be a mental thing, too. “I don’t think a lot of parents and coaches realize that tennis is a very emotional and mentally strenuous sport. In fact, we see a lot of athletes cramp up because of stress and not because they are out of shape.” Chhetri recommends a proper cool down so athletes can get their body to rest, as well as implementing a standard stretching routine before play even starts. One of the athlete recovery solutions that is often underused by non-professional athletes is the benefit of massage. It is not just an indulgence, says Nash-Smith, who also co-owns Massage Heights Johns Creek. She explains, “Massage therapy has been shown to drastically reduce recovery time for the professional and weekend athlete by allowing them to feel better and work harder. Recovery time is expedited because massage therapy dilates the blood vessels, allowing for increased circulation and oxygenation of fatigued muscles. Massage therapy also eliminates lactic acid and other toxins that accumulate during workouts, and it improves your overall flexibility and range of motion.” Massage Heights in Johns Creek offers a sports massage focusing on dynamic stretching. It allows the connective tissue to work through a full range of motion. The long strokes of their post-activity massage help to flush out toxins that cause soreness in muscles and joints. The benefits of massage are cumulative though, so don’t make it a one-time thing. Athletes of all shapes, sizes and abilities can benefit from these muscle recovery solutions. While you may never be a professional, you can be the best athlete you can be. 26

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t’s finally fall, and in Georgia, that means foot-

STEP TWO: GET AN EXPERT OPINION.

ball season is well underway. Unfortunately,

Concussions vary for each individual, so it’s

though, it’s nearly impossible to think about

important to have expert guidance on how to

football and not think about concussions, too.

properly treat and manage a concussion in

That’s because every year nearly 3.8 mil-

the safest and most effective way possible.

lion concussions are sustained by Americans

Working with neuro psychologists, like Dr.

of all ages, more than half of which are found

Shunk and Dr. Schwartz, will assure a thor-

in children and young adults between the

ough, customized treatment plan.

ages of 5 and 18. Even more staggering is

Before a treatment plan is implemented,

the fact that 1 in 5 high school athletes will

an assessment is done to test balance and

sustain a sports-related concussion during

ocular-motor skills (eye movement and

the season—practice included.

responsiveness),

As these statistics continue to rise, it’s more important than ever to ensure that concussions are identified quickly and evaluation and treatment are implemented.

neurocognitive

testing,

an in-depth interview and sometimes even supervised exertion testing. Once the evaluation is complete, a personalized treatment plan will be prescribed. Each

To provide better understanding of concus-

plan varies in length of time and can include

sions, two experienced neuropsychologists from

multiple types of treatment, such as vestibular

Gwinnett Medical Center’s Concussion Institute,

therapy and headache management, as well as

Adam Shunk, PhD, and David Schwartz, PhD,

basic things, like appropriate sleep, hydration,

explain, step-by-step, how to take action when a

proper nutrition, personal hygiene, and activity.

concussion occurs. STEP THREE: FORGET THE COMMON MYTHS. STEP ONE: RULE OUT A MORE SERIOUS INJURY.

Unfortunately, many people still believe and

It’s important to monitor a person after a head

practice common myths associated with con-

injury to rule out symptoms that could indicate a

cussions, including not allowing sleep, mini-

more serious injury. With a concussion there are

mizing stimulation and avoiding physical activ-

some symptoms you can expect to see, including:

ity; however, these are not entirely accurate.

• Headache

When it comes to caring for a concussion,

• Dizziness

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• Lethargy

ports the brains healing process. However,

• Fogginess

once symptoms improve, gradually transi-

• Difficulty Balancing

tioning back to normal activities as tolerated and even starting some light exercise can

Severe symptoms, like those listed below,

also help the healing process.

or worsening symptoms are not common signs of a concussion and could indicate a more serious injury.

STEP FOUR: PREPARE FOR A CONCUSSION.

No one wants to sustain a concussion, but

• Worsening Headache

being prepared in the event that one occurs

• Vomiting

can help prevent complications. To be pre-

• Seizure

pared, utilize resources like baseline concus-

• Confusion or Behavior Changes

sion testing to ensure faster, more accurate

• Eye Disturbances (e.g., inactive pupils,

care in the event that a concussion occurs.

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Will to Live

Foundation ARTICLE JORDANA KLEIN

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“L

ive each day as if it may be your last.” It's a message oftentimes preached through and through. But, what about another

alternative? “Live each day as if it may be your loved one’s last.” New perspective? New meaning? There are never too many times to form the simple phrase, “Love you, man.”

Will Trautwein

In a tragedy turned beautiful, John and Susie Trautwein are using the Will to Live Foundation as a way to spread love, awareness and hope after losing their son, Will, to suicide in the fall of 2010. At Will’s funeral, John recognized the outpouring of support and

and by the kids.” Encouraging kids talking to kids, Will to Live recog-

love from his son’s friends and teammates was impeccable, yet Will

nizes that the majority of one’s Life Teammates are formed during the

had not turned to a single person with his internal struggles. Known

teenage years; so, taking advantage of this opportunity to tell your

as a success in so many areas of life--athletic, handsome, well-

teammates that you love them may be the first step in changing a life.

rounded, family-oriented--John felt that suicide would be the farthest

Will to Live has raised more than $1 million through organized

thought from Will’s mind. Yet, like so many others struggling even at

events, donations and grants from corporate supporters across the

this very moment, Will kept his thoughts internalized.

country that believe in the mission of the foundation. Will to Live

“Life today is hard,” John says. “If Will had just known that it was

funds the Signs of Suicide (SOS) programs in 2,000+ schools in the

curable and would have talked to just one of his friends, he might still

U.S., and the foundation also assists with implementing the “Club

be alive today.”

Will to Live” group in schools. The Trautwein’s message has been

With this notion being the driving force behind Will to Live,

so embraced that John has a published book titled My Living Will,

the Trautwein family wants to encourage outward communica-

which leads readers through the Will to Live story and an incredibly

tion and comfort to everyone, and expand the message that

personal perspective of Will’s life and legacy.

your “Life Teammates” can play such a key role in whatever you may be enduring. A Life Teammate is simply a person active in your daily life, such as a friend, family member, sports teammate, and so many others.

“We’re improving people’s will to live, not just decreasing suicide,” John notes. “We need a few more ‘love you’s’, and this platform does that. We’re just getting people to talk because depression is so maskable. This is everything that Will lived for, and it has saved me.”

The importance of knowing your own Life Teammates can save a

Through the Will to Live website (Will-To-Live.org), anonymous

life that’s on the verge of a breakdown. Spreading this message

hotlines and programs are available for those not yet comfortable

through nation-wide speeches, school programming and clubs,

with confiding in a Life Teammate. With the hope that Will to Live

and local events, the Will to Live Foundation has created an outlet

can save even one life through its creation, the foundation believes

to actively create awareness about the second leading cause of

that Will’s name can live on forever. The Trautwein family lost their

death among teens.

teenage son but have gained an entirely new sense of comfort by

Events such as the Willstock Festival, held on September 9 at

continuing to keep Will’s name alive through the foundation.

Northview High School, and the Where There’s a Will There’s a Way

“It’s turned out to be the most rewarding, positive thing, but it

5K, which hosted over 1,700 participants in Johns Creek in January

stemmed from the most devastating,” John says. “It really is a miracle

2017, are allowing the youth to form a foundation that’s “for, through

that this tragedy turned into a true inspiration.” October 2017 | Johns Creek Lifestyle

Open House

A Dream (Kitchen)

Come True ARTICLE MARIA SMITH | PHOTOGRAPHY AUBRY CANALES

hen Johns Creek resident Retta Clark walked into Sewell

Builder Specialties, which owns Sewell Appliance, provides better

Appliance in Sandy Springs, she had no idea she would win a

home solutions including appliances throughout the South. For this

gorgeous new 36” Wolf range cooktop. She was one of many Lifestyle

contest, they teamed up with their counterparts at Sub-Zero and Wolf.

Publications readers who entered the giveaway just by stopping in to discuss kitchen renovation plans.

Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances are known for their legendary professional heritage, power and finesse as well as precise cooking

Clark loves to cook. It has been a source of pride and joy for her,

control. They help users enjoy more adventurous, satisfying cooking

even more so after the death of her beloved husband of 36 years

and they often become iconic centerpieces. For 80+ years, these

in 2016. Her kitchen had always been the gathering spot for friends,

appliances have been the choice of professionals. They have now

family and neighbors. And now her wonderful new professional Wolf

become a favorite of discerning home cooks everywhere, including

range helps her continue this coveted role.

Retta Clark in Johns Creek, Georgia.

“I love it,” Clark exclaimed. ”I've never won anything before so this

Rob Maxam, vice president of sales for Sub Zero Group Southeast,

was a total surprise. I'm artistic and I love creating things. I have a real

was thrilled to hear about the outcome of the contest. “We wanted to

good time cooking,” she says.

run a contest to create excitement about local kitchen remodel proj-

The crew at Sewell are sharing the latest design and technolo-

ects, Maxam explains. “We are a luxury premium brand, and we know

gies with readers like Clark and have helped many of them to create

that some people consider us out of range for their budget. We felt

the kitchens of their dreams. Sewell salesperson Tom Styer assisted

that it would be fun to offer up a chance to work with a Lifestyle mag-

Clark in picking out the appliances for her project. She was extremely

azine reader and complete their project, regardless of size or budget,

complimentary toward their whole team. “The people there were so

with the best name in cooking appliances. And that’s what we did!”

nice and helpful,” Clark says. 32

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DONALD Hometown Hero

YOUNG THE MAN BEHIND THE RACQUET

ARTICLE MARIA SMITH | PHOTOGRAPHY RON ANGLE

onald Young may have been born in Chicago, but Atlanta can now claim this professional tennis player as our own. Young began playing tennis at age 3. It’s no wonder

While you may never make it on the

Donald has achieved significant success: Both his parents taught tennis professionally and

professional tour, there are plenty

even owned a tennis center in Atlanta for a time.

of opportunities to play the game of

Though Donald is now only 28 years old, he is a veteran of the professional tennis circuit.

tennis in Atlanta.

He turned pro in 2004 and has been consistently getting better. So far, 2017 looks like it may be one of his best years yet. He reached the finals of the French Open in doubles and has

• Join a flexible league. For those

accumulated over $500,000 in prize money in just the first seven months of the year.

who don’t have a lot of time to get

Despite his achievements, Donald has blended into the fabric of Atlanta, both inside and outside

on the court the area Flex Leagues

the perimeter. He practices occasionally at Life Time Fitness Tennis Center in Peachtree Corners. He

are a great option. Play matches on

eats pizza at Bobby G’s Chicago Eatery in Alpharetta. He checks out the latest movies at The Avalon.

your schedule.

Johns Creek Lifestyle sat down with Donald Young recently to learn more about the man

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behind the racquet. JCL: WHAT IS A COMMON MISCONCEPTION PEOPLE HAVE HAD ABOUT YOU? DL: The most common misconceptions about me is that I'm SHY. I don't think that I am.

• Join a team. Whether it’s for USTA or ALTA season, you can play

It just takes me time to get to know you and loosen up. Also, if you watch me play I can look

team tennis year-round in Atlanta.

angry at times. But all the other times, I am a super chill person.

The social aspect is almost as

JCL: WHAT ARE YOUR GOALS?

important as the tennis match for

DL: I would love to make it into the top 10 and also compete for Grand Slams on a regular

most teams.

basis. I just enjoy winning. I want to do as much of that as I possibly can. My goal off the court

Atlanta.USTA.com ALTATennis.org

is to help kids, like through my partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs of America. I just like to see kids out of the house, off video games, and getting active. JCL: WHAT DO YOU LIKE ABOUT LIVING IN ATLANTA?

competitively? No problem. There

DL: What I like about living in Atlanta is honestly the space. The people are great. There are tons

are lots of opportunities to learn

of different cultures. There is always something happening. There isn't a dull moment in Atlanta.

the game of tennis. Life Time

JCL: WHY IS TENNIS SO POPULAR IN ATLANTA?

Fitness Tennis Center offers a “Try

DL: I think tennis is so popular in Atlanta basically because the weather is great. It just has

it, Learn it, Love it” 8-week class to

such a rich history in general here with pro tournaments at every level. The recreational tennis programs like ALTA are the biggest in the whole country. Plus, since so many adults play, it's only natural for lots of kids to play as well. 34

• Join a class. Not ready to play

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get beginners playing quickly.

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Parting Thoughts

or more than three decades, Katie Wilson of Johns Creek has won more than 100 medals and awards, but never thought she

would ever receive the big one. Highly-acclaimed gymnast and Special Olympics Georgia athlete, Katy was recently surprised and honored with an Honorary ESPY for the 2017 ESPY Awards. One of 25 Special Olympics athletes in the nation receiving this award, Katy was chosen by Special Olympics International for her more than 30 years of hard work, determination and dedication to not only Special Olympics Georgia but to the organization internationally. When Katy was born, her achievements were only dreams that some would say were far-fetched. Katy’s parents, Jeanne and Gerry, were told by doctors that their daughter, born with Down Syndrome, would have lim-

ited options in life. “When we think back to that moment, we never thought that Katy, or our family would be where we are today,” Jeanne says. Katy is not only a gold medalist in gymnastics, but also an elite bowler and bocce team member for Special Olympics Georgia Hall County. In addition to advanced athleticism, Katy is an International Global

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Global Messenger program. “I enjoy telling people about Special Olympics because it has helped me gain confidence, independence and happiness,” she says. Katy has gained so much confidence and independence that she has gone on to be a member of Special Olympics Georgia’s Board of Directors and valuable volunteer in the Georgia community. In the times when Katy is not training, talking about Special Olympics, or racking up awards for her exemplary athletic career, she volunteers with Challenged Child, an organization that offers a tailored experience where children with a variety of developmental delays and disabilities learn in a full inclusion program with children who have “typical” development. “Kate is so exceptional, happy and successful in event aspect of her life,” says Jeanne. “We could not be more proud of her accomplishments and achievements.” 38

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