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LIFESTYLE LETTER

OCTOBER 2018 PUBLISHER

Michelle Willis | michelle.willis@lifestylepubs.com EDITOR

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Confessions of a Foodie World Traveler

ACCOUNT MANAGER

Joshua McCoy | joshua.mccoy@lifestylepubs.com CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Kim Bryant, Jolene Butts Freeman, Corro'll Driskell, Donna Gayden

IF I COULD GET PAID TO TRAVEL AROUND THE WORLD AND TASTE THE BEST

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

FOOD THE EARTH HAS TO OFFER, I’M PRETTY SURE I WOULD TAKE THAT OP-

Benjamin Grace Photography, Nicolette Martin,

PORTUNITY TODAY—LIKE RIGHT NOW! My signature activity when I travel is to find

Chris Mitchell Photography, Infinite Exposure Photography

out what the area is best known for and eat that dish as many times at as many different restaurants I can find. For instance, in London, I ate fish and chips like one zillion times and, unfortunately, that pea mush. Who knew baby food could be such a delicacy?

(Yuck!) In Greece, I ate, you guessed it, spanakopita, gyro meat and Greek salad everywhere! I figured the salad had to balance out the other two. Am I right? Am I right?

Well, SoFu is beginning to work its way up the food ladder, with plentiful area options to please any palate. To that end, we got a chance this month to peek into what’s become a staple in the area—Baltimore Crab & Seafood—and their newest addition, Bella. We’ll learn how Shema is establishing a true culinary enterprise across SoFu! And, since it’s our annual Food and Drink issue, you too, get a chance to do the same! I’m absolutely expecting to be at a dinner party at one of your homes and be offered one of the drink delicacies we’ve got featured this month!

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So, in the spirit of community, do me a favor: start patronizing our wonderful local spots. If you go somewhere, and it’s new to the area and not in the magazine, let us know! Be it a brewery, restaurant or wine spot, share it with the rest of us! Unless, of course, you’re trying to keep it a secret, which would be wickedly selfish! :)

Speaking of cool spots and wine, peep the pic of me up top at one of my favorite

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INSIDE THE ISSUE OCTOBER 2018

FEATURES 14 The One Percenters Meet The Newest Eagle Scouts of South Fulton

18 Building a Culinary Empire: Baltimore Crab & Seafood to Bella Shema Fulton and Her Chefs Along with Singer K. Michelle Craft Varied Dining Experiences

34 It’s Up to You What’s Next Encouraging Words from a Survivor

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in Observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month

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14 DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Road Trip

24 Open House 27 Realty Report 28 Culinary Creations

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30 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Parting Thoughts

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CHRISTIAN CITY SHOWCASES PATIO HOMES FOR ACTIVE SENIORS Active seniors considering moving to a retirement community toured available patio homes during an open house event at Christian City. “We have a number of one- and two-bedroom patio homes that are move-in-ready and available for lease now,” says Jane Finch, Executive Director of Active Senior Living at Christian City.

There are four neighborhoods of patio homes on the 500-acre Christian City campus, located in Union City. Active seniors over the age of 60 can lease a home for life. For more information, visit ChristianCity.org or call 770.703.2683.

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plan their fall escapes, Georgia’s state parks will soon launch “Leaf Watch 2018” to track fall color as it moves across the Peach State.

Found at GeorgiaStateParks.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

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fall color is progressing in their parks.

Typically, Georgia’s mountain parks peak in late October, however, color can be seen as early as September and throughout much of November.

Reservations can be made by calling 1.800.864.7275 or at GeorgiaStateParks.org/Reservations.

Park rangers have planned numerous events throughout autumn, including guided hikes and paddles, fall festivals, Halloween hayrides and

celebrating BRE A ST CANCER SURVIVORS

campground trick-or-treating. A list of events can be found at GeorgiaStateParks.org.

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THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA IS ONE OF THE MOST PROMINENT

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YOUTH

DEVELOPMENT

ORGANIZATIONS IN THE NATION. Organized to build character among young people, it is uniquely designed to offer participants activities that promote character development, survival skills, physical fitness and essential life skills.

Boy Scouts of America's membership stands at about 2.4 million members. Boys begin with Cub Scouting in first through fifth grade, followed by the Boy Scout’s flagship program for boys ages 11 to 18 and ending with the ultimate accomplishment of becoming an Eagle Scout.

Acquiring this honor is no easy accomplishment. As a matter of fact, only 4% of the nation’s Boy Scouts actually reach this status and only 1% of the “Top Scouts” are African-American.

Demarko Hooper, Cabral Jeter, Joshua Owens, Matthew Thacker and Nicholas Wilborn accepted the challenge and have risen to the decorated level of Eagle Scout. They all have one thing in common—they all started as Tiger Cubs in the first grade and later earned their Eagle Scout rank at Troop 54 in East Point, led

by Scout Masters Brent Summers and Phil Owens.

“Becoming an Eagle Scout was one of the last promises I made to my mother who passed away,” says Demarko. “My mother signed me up for scouting when we moved to Atlanta in 2005.”

Matthew

Demarko’s mother, Sandra, was an active volunteer with Pack 3310 and Troop 54 until her passing in 2011. “I learned so much during my matriculation through scouting. I made dear friends and if it weren’t for Miles and Matthew Thacker and their mother, Ms. Mia, who was like a second mom to me, I wouldn’t have accomplished this honor,” Demarko adds. “One of the most important skills I learned from scouting was time management.” Demarko graduated from Riverside Military Academy in Gainesville, Georgia, and is currently a sophomore attending Howard University, where he is majoring in Theater Arts with a concentration in Acting.

Cabral says that completing his Eagle Scout project was most exciting. He built a student sustainability deck at his boarding school. Cabral credits the accomplishment to all of the experiences he shared with his friends while working on numerous projects.

Cabral says it was tough for him, because while his parents lived in the South Fulton area, he lived out of state. “I attended boarding school at West Nottingham Academy in Colora, Maryland, for four years, and every summer I had to play catch-up to get my Boy Scout assignments done,” Cabral says. “I was also involved in required extracurricular activities, and learning how to excel while managing it all has prepared me for my future endeavors.”

Cabral is now a freshman attending North Carolina A&T State University and majoring in Political Science.

“My path to becoming an Eagle Scout has been one of hard work and fun, strengthening my leadership and communications skills,” Joshua says. Joshua, like all other Eagle Scouts, has many

Joshua

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Nicholas

merit badges for successfully completing specific requirements. Of all the merit badges he’s earned to accomplish the honor, the wilderness survival badge is his favorite. “I actually participated in the survival activity twice because I enjoyed it so much. The first year I made a lean-to shelter with branches and rocks. I slept in the shelter overnight, and the second year I built a giant dome structure with a few other scouts,” Joshua says. Joshua attends Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School and plans to attend Georgetown or Vanderbilt University upon graduation in May 2019.

Matthew was influenced to join scouts by his older brother, Miles, who earned the rank of Eagle Scout in 2017. “I became very interested in scouting after seeing my brother and Nicholas’ brother, Peter, participating in scouts. Both of them are Eagle Scouts and have set such good examples for me and my friends,” Matthew says. “It’s very easy to lose focus

Demarko

and drop out of scouting because it’s a 12-year journey, if you start from Cub Scouts. It wasn’t easy to keep going, but the friendships I’ve made and bonds I’ve developed with my scout brothers have made a difference in my life,” Matthew says. Matthew’s favorite merit badge activities were survival skills activities and swimming. He graduated from Westlake High School and is a freshman attending Savannah State University, where he is majoring in Civil Engineering.

Nicholas says the requirements for becoming an Eagle Scout promote persistence, creativity and the ability to develop and implement a plan from beginning to end. “I want more African-American young men to realize that being an Eagle Scout prepares you for the real world,” Nicholas says. “You learn how to face situations and challenges head-on. Being an Eagle Scout represents that I am an ideal citizen and it’s taught me the important lesson of being a

Cabral

responsible young adult.” Nicholas graduated from Westlake High School’s Magnet Program with a 3.8 GPA. He is a freshman attending Morehouse College and majoring in Applied Physics.

All five of these young men agree that the parents who volunteered were major contributors to their success and that countless volunteer hours and sacrifices made by their parents ensured they achieved their scouting goals.

Troop 54 is one of the few in the Atlanta Area Council that has held a charter for over 90 years, with current sponsor, East Point First Mallalieu United Methodist Church. For more information, send inquiries to troop54@gmail.com.

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THE SOUTH ATLANTA CULINARY SCENE IS BURSTING AT THE SEAMS. Fabulous food and amazing chefs are giving fine dining a new look in the South. Shema Fulton opened her first establishment, Baltimore Crab & Seafood, in Philadelphia in 1995. Her mother and Head Chef Myra Fulton crafted the menu now being served at the Atlanta-based restaurant.

In 2006, Shema introduced herself to the Atlanta night scene with Pearl Restaurant & Lounge on Peters Street. While this was the beginning of what would become a growing Atlanta empire, it started with Shema as the owner, operator and head chef. Pearl Restaurant & Lounge is ideal for a young, hip and trendy crowd looking for an upscale Atlanta nightlife experience.

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In 2012, Shema opened Baltimore Crab & Seafood on Fairburn Road. Myra and Shema used the same recipes created in Philadelphia with her family at the center of this culinary experience. In 2017, Executive Chef Keoko Turner was hired alongside Chef Myra to continue executing their family’s vision.

According to their website, Baltimore Crab & Seafood has been instrumental in redefining the dining experience for Cascade and the surrounding areas. The intimate ambiance is perfect for a mature audience wishing to indulge in delicious seafood and urban-inspired dishes.

In 2017, Shema teamed up with singer extraordinaire K. Michelle and opened Puff and Petals. This lounge features an over-thetop menu complemented by crafty cocktails.

Right in the heart of a growing social scene on Edgewood Avenue, Executive Chef Nilka Hendricks leads the team at this popular Atlanta nightlife destination.

After working in the health care industry for many years, Chef Nilka took the leap to attend culinary school. Her love for cooking has taken her from cook to executive chef.

Nilka is on a mission to “Change the world one dish at a time” and Puff and Petals is an amazing scene in which to execute this vision. As a mom of three, Nilka says her children are the grounding force for constant motivation and inspiration. As a contestant on Gordan Ramsey’s reality show, “Hell’s Kitchen,” she continued to push herself in the pursuit of culinary excellence. As executive chef of Puff and Petals, Nilka runs a highly successful personal chef business serving celebrity and elite clientele. She is all about quality and passion for the palate and the heart.

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During the summer of 2018, Shema opened

Bella

Bella (named after her daughter), on Butner Road. This new edition to the South Fulton area is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Bella and Baltimore Crab & Seafood are headed by

Puff and Petals

Executive Chef Keoko Turner. Chef Turner is a lover of Asian cuisine yet enjoys the militant structures of French kitchens. When asked about his journey to becoming an executive chef, Keoko says he was certain he was destined to become a chef and has dedicated his existence to the world of culinary arts. He encourages any young, up and coming chef to attend culinary school to enhance their grounding in the world of culinary arts because a college education is the first step toward taking yourself and your career seriously.

As executive chef of two popular South Fulton restaurants, he remarks that there is no grand secret to running two kitchens, outside of hoping that the team at both places will continue to push themselves to be the best they can be. Keoko is dedicated to the success of the kitchens he is blessed to serve in. As the former owner of KeKe’s Confections, he is certain that traces of this once booming dessert business are still alive and well in all of his desserts.

Business mogul Shema is slowly building a culinary empire across South Fulton. Fulton and K. Michelle are scheduled to open Garden Parc on Cascade Avenue in the former home of Live Edge. This dynamic duo plans to offer tapas and specialty cocktails in a high energy entertainment-based environment. The executive chefs’ collaboration will consist of none other than Chef Nilka Hendricks and Chef Keoko Turner.

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Chef Keoko

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W hy an H OA A L L I A NC E ?

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UR PERSONAL EXPERIENCE AND THAT OF

WHAT IS THE GEORGIA HOA ALLIANCE?

OTHER LEADERS IN OUR COMMUNITIES,

Initially, the founders saw a need to strengthen South Fulton's

SUCH AS MASON WHITE, HELPED SURFACE

Homeowner's Associations. After speaking with many people from

THE FACT THAT THERE IS A SIGNIFICANT

outside the unincorporated area, it was apparent that the HOA Alliance

AMOUNT OF IGNORANCE IN MANAGEMENT

needed to scale into other communities in Georgia's 159 counties.

AND OPERATIONS OF COMMUNITIES AND

The Georgia HOA Alliance was established to create a coalition

APATHY IN VOLUNTEERING, BOARD SER-

of Georgia communities, via a chapter model, dedicated to build-

VICE, AND MEMBERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY.

ing quality neighborhoods that are economically sustainable while

More importantly, many residents do not grasp

creating safe and healthy environments. Today, we work to make

the value of an effectively run community and its

Georgia a better place to live, work, and play for all residents.

impact on property value and quality of life.

That ignorance and apathy sparked discussions with commu-

nity leaders, the District Attorney's Office, code enforcement,

WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF THE SOUTH FULTON HOA ALLIANCE?

public safety, and state and local representatives. The discussion

The South Fulton HOA Alliance was our first chapter, formed to

birthed the idea of corralling communities to overcome challenges

empower South Fulton communities to establish a consistent way to

that negatively impact them. From that, we established the South

manage and operate. Today, we have the Cobb County HOA Alliance,

Fulton HOA Alliance to streamline a consistent approach to man-

Dekalb HOA Alliance, Clayton County HOA Alliance, and the Douglasville

aging and operating our communities in the unincorporated South

HOA Alliance, with additional chapters planned throughout Georgia.

Fulton area—today the City of South Fulton.

The formation of a community alliance was long overdue and made sense for South Fulton and, eventually, the State of Georgia.

Many homeowners are working citizens who entrust their quality of life to others who are not trained to do so.

IMPORTANT LESSONS LEARNED REGARDING HOA BOARD SERVICE ARE AS FOLLOWS: + "Community management depends on a communal effort and our ability to tap into the ideas and experience that every member possesses."

Thanks to the HOA Alliance, we established programs, such as

+ "As you can imagine, living in a community with an additional

Communities Against Crimes, Board Leadership Conference, Community

layer of governance is challenging for most people. We don't think

Educational Series, and HOA Boot Camp. Remember, our goal is

it is any different for the founders of the HOA Alliance. Any negative

“To establish a consistent way to

experiences come down to ignorance. Today's laws do not require

manage and operate our communities.”

managing and operating an HOA community."

any member of a community association to take any education on + "The United Way V.I.P. program's slogan is ‘Training volunteers to be leaders.’ All board members are encouraged to take a formal education on

WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF THE HOA ALLIANCE COUNTY CHAPTERS?

board service. It is advantageous to all residents of various communities." + "All residents of a community association are entitled to a good

The HOA Alliance county chapters allow the HOA Alliance to

quality of life. That fact is leading us to push for public policies that

scale across the State of Georgia in order to empower communities

protect family’s rights. Today, we are pushing for a Community

throughout Georgia. Plans are in place to scale across all states to

Association Protection & Transparency Bill to protect the rights and

establish a consistent way to manage and operate communities.

quality of life of residents."

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LESSONS LEARNED “None of us had any idea what we were getting into at the time. We wanted what was best for our families and our community."

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REALTY REPORT REALTY REPORT

NEIGHBORHOOD

SOUTH FULTON

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

Serenbe

$2,470,000

$2,200,000

89.07%

263

6

7

Serenbe

$1,299,000

$1,365,000

105.08%

96

4

5

Chattahoochee Hills

$1,290,000

$1,150,000

89.15%

6

6

3

Historic College Park

$1,245,000

$1,106,029

88.84%

116

6

7

Serenbe

$995,000

$950,000

95.48%

91

4

4

The Gates At Stone Lake

$899,900

$915,000

101.68%

5

5

5

Jailette Trace

$599,000

$599,000

100.00%

186

4

5

Boulevard Heights

$589,000

$589,000

100.00%

6

5

3

Historic West End

$475,000

$465,000

97.89%

1

4

3

Canaan Ridge

$469,000

$459,000

97.87%

26

5

4

Champions Park

$459,900

$453,100

98.52%

58

4

4

Information compiled from Georgia Multiple Listing Service from dates of 5/15/2018 through 7/1/2018.

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed and not a complete list of all activity. *DOM=Days on Market

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CULINARY CREATIONS

SPOOK-TAILS DO THE MONSTER MASH WITH THESE FALL-FOCUSED COCKTAILS PERFECT FOR HALLOWEEN FESTIVITIES PHOTOGRAPHY NICOLETTE MARTIN

CANDY CORN BOURBON

Kid-friendly!

TOASTED MALLOW

DIRT + SQUIRMS

INGREDIENTS

INGREDIENTS

INGREDIENTS

+ 2 ounces bourbon (Bulleit)

+ 1.5 ounces vodka (Tito’s)

+ Milk

+ 1/2 ounce brown sugar

+ 1.5 ounces Godiva

+ Mint chocolate chip ice cream

& cinnamon syrup

+ Halloween Oreos

chocolate liqueur

+ 2 dashes of orange bitters

+ 1/2 ounce Frangelico liqueur

+ 5 candy corns

+ Graham crackers

+ Gummy worms

+ Marshmallows DIRECTIONS

DIRECTIONS

DIRECTIONS

Combine all ingredients in a shaker tin. Muddle

Combine all ingredients except for the graham

Crush 5-8 Oreos inside a plastic bag.

the candy corns inside the shaker tin, add ice

crackers and marshmallows in a shaker tin.

Layer the bottom of a glass with half of

and shake vigorously until sufficiently chilled

Add ice and shake vigorously until sufficiently

the crushed Oreos to make a nice base.

and blended. Strain through a fine mesh

chilled and blended. Crush graham crackers in

Add 2-3 scoops of mint chocolate chip ice

strainer in an old fashioned glass over a large

a plastic bag to make a fine powder. Coat half

cream and fill the rest of the glass with cold

ice cube. Garnish with a piece of candy corn on

of a martini glass with your crushed graham

milk. Add another layer of crushed Oreos to

top of the ice cube and enjoy!

crackers and strain your cocktail into the

float on top. Finish with 2-3 gummy worms

coated martini glass. Layer the top of the drink

around the top and enjoy!

with marshmallows and toast with a crème brûlée torch. Enjoy!

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By Pickens A. Patterson III, MD

hat may at first seem like an odd question becomes an extremely relevant question with further reflection. Whether or not you and your physician mesh may at times be a decisive factor in whether or not you are receiving the best healthcare possible and could very well impact the results of your treatment and outcome. When you are choosing a doctor, you should most certainly consider his or her training, background and board certification status.

You may also want to look at online reviews of your doctor, but make sure you take the good and the bad evaluations with a grain of salt and look at the evaluations as a whole. Studies show that patients with bad reviews are more likely to respond to anonymous evaluations than those with good experiences.

Likewise, it is highly unlikely that a doctor will legitimately have 5 stars in all categories on every review.

Now that you have done your basic homework and researched your new doctor to be, how do you know if he or she “fits your style?” In my experience there are several components of a good physician patient relationship and several questions you should ask yourself after meeting your doctor.

The most important aspect of a physician patient relationship is respect. Does your doctor and his staff treat you with respect?

Does your doctor listen to you and address your concerns?

Studies show that patients perceive a doctor as being more attentive when they sit down and make eye contact with them rather than stand over them or stare at a computer screen.

Some people find it impressive to have a doctor who is direct and to the point and simply tells the patient what they need for treatment and leaves out what other patients feel is compassion, or a personalized touch.

At Alliance Spine and Pain we make every effort to please our patients and to provide you with healthcare that is unsurpassed. If you are looking for a competent, professional physician and staff who value you and your time and will always treat you with respect and not just a number, we “fit your style”.

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THROUGH OCT 21 NINA SIMONE: FOUR WOMEN AT KENNY LEON'S TRUE COLORS THEATER Cascade

Regina Marie Williams portrayed Nina Simone at the premiere at Park Square Theatre in Minneapolis and will step into the role again for the Atlanta debut. The cast will also include Wendy Fox-Williams, Jordan Frazier, and True Colors alumna Adrienne Reynolds as Aunt Sarah. Performances are Wednesdays – Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday – Sunday at 2:30 p.m.

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PARTING THOUGHTS ARTICLE DONNA GAYDEN PHOTOGRAPHY BENJAMIN GRACE PHOTOGRAPHY

Cancer Diagnosis:

It's Up to You What's Next ENCOURAGING WORDS FROM A SURVIVOR IN OBSERVANCE OF BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH CANCER IS AN UNFAIR DISEASE THAT NO ONE DESERVES. I was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer three years ago and I was truly horrified. My diagnosis threw me into an emotional turmoil and I didn’t know what to do or where to begin. I felt overwhelmed and worried about my future, coupled with information overload.

I had eight rounds of chemotherapy and 32 rounds of radiation. My doctor appointments after treatment were every three months. Each appointment gave me, and still does, anxiety and hope that my cancer has remained in remission. I understand now that it is perfectly normal for anyone diagnosed with cancer to go through a whole range of emotions, often several in a day. I found that coping with my cancer was as difficult emotionally as it was physically, and those feelings continued through treatment and even now during these years after recovery.

Before my diagnosis, I exercised three times a week. During my treatment I continued to exercise as least twice a week along with having physical therapy three days a week. I was told by the doctors that my exercise routine is what helped me with the healing process.

If you have been diagnosed with cancer, it is important to be proactive in your treatment. This will help you to regain control and channel all your emotional feelings into something more positive.

Educate yourself on all aspects of your cancer and the treatment involved so you will be aware of what’s to come. Cancer is stressful, which makes your support group critical. This was, indeed, my lifeline. I learned to accept help and ways to alleviate stress from experts, counselors and friends.

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“For I know the plans I have for you,” says the LORD. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope” (Jeremiah 29:11).

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