Maury County Living May/June 2022 Issue

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A letter from the Publisher KATHY FOX PUBLISHER | EDITOR IN CHIEF

IS S UE 9 M AY | JUNE 2022

PUBLISHER

EDITOR IN CHIEF Kathy Fox

CREATIVE | ART DIRECTOR Shelly Wells

It seems like 2022 is flying by and moving full steam ahead, especially after the grand celebration of Mule Day last month. There’s so much going on in Maury County and it’s great to be out and about enjoying life as the sun shines and the flowers are in bloom. As Maury County Living continues to grow, I wanted to share some exciting news as we have launched the sister publication Williamson County Living this month. It too is filled with features and colorful photos telling stories of those in the community and Middle Tennessee.

This issue of Maury County Living is loaded with stories along with gorgeous photos from around the world, literally. The cover feature delves into Columbia resident Katie Baker’s business and how she is the community connector. There are articles featuring moms and dads since we are celebrating Mother’s and Father’s Day, as well as health tips and decorating ideas. For those thinking about planning a vacation, enjoy the stunning photography and amazing places renowned photographer Jim Zuckerman shares from his journeys around the globe. They are spectacular!

DIGITAL DIRECTOR Christopher Hughes

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Christine Bailey Justin Batt

Holly Dobbs

Lydia Fowler Kathy Fox

William Harwood Hal Landers

Jessie Mobley

Elizabeth Shane Becky Smith

Emily Stembridge

Stefanie O’Reilly Stricker

Our mission at Maury County Living is to connect the community with local businesses so Maury County continues to prosper. Please follow us on Instagram and Facebook and use #MAURYCOUNTYLIVING when posting. I cannot begin to express my appreciation for those who contributed to this publication through advertising, photography, or providing content and I give you my sincerest thanks. The locally owned businesses, that make this magazine possible depend on your support and greatly appreciate your patronage. Remember this magazine was created just for YOU, and I would love to hear from you!

Many blessings,

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YOUR COMMUNITY CONNECTOR

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THE DADDY SATURDAY STORY — RECLAIMING FATHERHOOD

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KITCHEN TOWELS AS PLACEMATS

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REBIRTH OF THE DOMESTIC BAR

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IMPROVEMENTS FOR YOUR HAIR

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MENTAL MULES WALK FOR CHARITY

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MULETOWN MOPS — GATHERING AND SUPPORTING MOMS

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CULTIVATE A LIFE OF BEAUTY, NOURISHMENT & COMMUNITY

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RETHINKING THE WAY WE BUY FURNITURE

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HISTORIC HAYNES HAVEN

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REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH JOURNEY

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PICTURES ARE PARAMOUNT

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IT’S OKAY TO FEEL QUILTY

ON THE COVER: KATIE BAKER — THE KATIE BAKER GROUP, RE/MAX ENCORE PHOTO BY SOUTHERN SOCIAL

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Your A WELCOME CHANGE IN REAL ESTATE

By William Harwood

Downtown Columbia is quiet at 8 a.m. when Katie Baker pulls into her office at RE/MAX Encore. This early-bird-gets-the-worm mindset is how she has built her real estate career from nothing into a team of three, helping clients from Memphis to Maury County. “Many thought I was crazy to sell real estate in Memphis and Middle Tennessee,” Baker says. “But I knew from experience that anything is possible with the right plan.”

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Originally from Memphis, Baker grew up in a large Italian family, spending her childhood absorbing the homes and the architecture around her.

“When I was little, my parents would take us to open houses for fun.

Eventually, we bought a Tudor-style home in a subdivision called Lion’s Gate, a neighborhood built on the grounds of a large, Art Deco home owned by my great-uncle, Hoyt Wooten. Wooten’s pool, tennis court, and bomb shelter became neighborhood amenities. It was an idyllic time.”

Soon after college at the University of Memphis where Baker majored in Public Relations, she not only closed on her first home but met her future husband, Josh, at the housewarming party. Since his family has lived in the town of Duck River, Tennessee, for over 100 years, Columbia was a natural fit for finding their forever home, particularly since both Bakers share a love for old houses with modern conveniences.

In 2017, Baker was at a career crossroads. She had spent 12 years on cell tower development, traveling the country and working with national carriers to place towers. “It was a wonderful mix of commercial & residential real estate.” Baker observes. “That’s where I learned how to read construction drawings and understand zoning ordinances; how to work with attorneys to negotiate leases with landlords and carriers; and how to work on long-range development projects.” So, after the birth of her son, she decided to make real estate her career, requiring her to travel less while still utilizing her expertise.

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Being a Realtor was a risk, but one worth taking. Baker knew she could turn her love of architecture and Type A personality into a successful business venture. She interviewed several brokerages, and for her, RE/MAX had it all: the best technology, best broker, and ideal office space in downtown Columbia.

For the first two years, Baker was a solo agent, but then built a team including Melissa Pacco her buyers’ agent, and Katie Scott their assistant. For the logo, Baker’s memories of Lion’s Gate inspired her to use the lion head knocker, a symbol displayed most notably on the custom welcome mats the team gifts clients.

“The logo represents a leader-of-the-pack mentality,” Baker says. “We’re go-getters. We use the lion as a motivating factor to always grow and do better.”

The Katie Baker Group specializes in all things real estate: commercial properties, condos, farms, investment properties, homes, and vacation houses along the Tennessee River. Baker has a particular love for historic buildings. A self-described preservationist, she is a cheerleader for downtown Columbia’s revitalization and a supporter of First Fridays. “I loved the idea of businesses staying open late the first Friday of the month. Since the RE/MAX logo is a hot air balloon, I

THE LOGO REPRESENTS A LEADER-OF-THE-PACK MENTALITY. WE’RE GO-GETTERS. WE USE THE LION AS A MOTIVATING FACTOR TO ALWAYS GROW AND DO BETTER.

decided to hand out free balloons to the kids. They call us the ‘balloon ladies' and the kids light up when they see us.” Giving back to clients and the community has been a part of the Katie Baker Group since day one, a team that regularly donates to causes around town and has, most recently, chosen to donate a portion of every closing to the Children’s Miracle Network, a non-profit children’s hospital.

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Maury County is one of the top areas to relocate to and with 8,500 new houses expected to be built in the next five years. Baker understands what it’s like to move to a new city which is why she created a relocation packet to welcome newcomers. The packets are available at Baker’s office and are an excellent resource for anyone wanting to work and live in Maury County. “We’re not just here to help you buy or sell a house,” Baker says. “KBG is here to help you find your favorite boutique, restaurant, or even your dry cleaners.

We’re your community connectors.”

WE’RE NOT JUST HERE TO HELP YOU BUY OR SELL A HOUSE — KBG IS HERE TO HELP YOU FIND YOUR FAVORITE BOUTIQUE, RESTAURANT, OR EVEN YOUR DRY CLEANERS. WE’RE YOUR COMMUNITY CONNECTORS.

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Katie's Favorites ...

ITALIAN FOOD:

Barino Italian

PLACE TO RELAX:

Elia Day Spa

DOPPELGANGER:

Meadow Soprano

WAY TO DESTRESS: MOVIE:

When Harry Met Sally

HEALTHY FOOD: JUNK FOOD: COLOR:

Workout, Lotus Rising Yoga

Salad

Almond Joy

Blue

CAN’T LEAVE THE HOUSE WITHOUT: VACATION:

Earrings

Seaside 30A

Katie's Top 5 Things TO DO IN MAURY COUNTY

Visit The Factory at Columbia First Fridays Hoofing It Walking Tour Golf/Swim at Graymere Country Club Antiquing

Let the Katie Baker Group help you find your next dream home or business property. Call or text Katie at (901) 351-7235 and follow them on social media at @tnkatiebaker. n

WILLIAM HARWOOD, a Peabody-Award-winning, Nashville-based writer, teaches U.S. history for Bethel University and serves as the senior editor for Edible Nashville and SEONow. William is active with Achilles International, a nonprofit that guides athletes with impairments in races.

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THE DADDY SATURDAY STORY

By Justin Batt

When my wife Heather and I had our first child I had no idea that fourteen years later I would be leading an international platform on fatherhood. My wife Heather and I were married shortly after graduating from Clemson University and we started our careers in pharmaceutical sales and teaching. I quickly climbed the corporate ladder and Heather decided to leave teaching and become an entrepreneur by opening a bridal store in Charlotte, NC. We named the store after our first child, our daughter Hayden Olivia and I found myself alone with our newborn daughter all day on Saturdays. Fast forward and three boys later I had continued climbing the corporate ladder and was traveling frequently during the week. I would come home on Fridays exhausted, stressed out, and wondering what to do with four young kids for 8-10 hours

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on a Saturday. I remember one Saturday in particular when I had an awakening moment that changed the trajectory of my role as a father. I was challenged with the question, is this time with my kids a burden or a blessing, an inconvenience or an assignment? I realized that I had been given a gift and wanted to make the most of the time I had with my kids in the home. I began planning our Saturdays with intentionality and tried to create “epic” moments with our four kids. This one act changed everything in our relationship and the time we spent together. The kids began looking forward to our days together and one Wednesday morning my middle son Mason said, “What are we doing for Daddy Saturday?” and we named it and claimed it.

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Four years ago, I was asked to give a TEDx on fatherlessness and my eyes were opened to how big of an epidemic fatherlessness is in our world today. I knew I had a solution that could help other dads avoid the same mistakes that I had made and I could help fatherless kids at the same time. I wrote the book Daddy Saturday as a practical field manual for fathers and launched the Daddy Saturday Foundation with a mission to create events, experiences, education, and technology to help dads engage their kids and end fatherlessness. The organization is now international through Daddy Saturday Kenya, we work with the Pro Football Hall of Fame to put on the world’s largest Fatherhood Festival, partner with NFL players to bring the positive message of fatherhood to the masses, and partner with organizations locally to make an impact in the community. My wife Heather and I currently live in Columbia, Tennessee, on True South Farm where we raise our four kids, hold fatherless kid camps, youth events, and Daddy Saturdays almost every weekend.

I BEGAN PLANNING OUR SATURDAYS WITH INTENTIONALITY AND TRIED TO CREATE “EPIC” MOMENTS WITH OUR FOUR KIDS. THIS ONE ACT CHANGED EVERYTHING IN OUR RELATIONSHIP AND THE TIME WE SPENT TOGETHER.

If I could offer a few principles from the Daddy Saturday platform to help dads and moms engage their kids with intentionality to raise good kids who become great adults, I would share the following: Time with your kids doesn’t have to be extravagant, extraordinary, or expensive to be epic ... it just has to be intentional. We encourage parents to use what they have around the house and in their local community to spend time engaging their children and we provide a playbook and resources to help them do so. We are best known for our crazy videos of our epic adventures together on Saturdays like bubble wrap battles, pickup truck hot tubs, slime battles, obstacle courses, etc. This most often comes from what we can find around the house or activities in the local community.

Don’t be your kid’s hero, instead be their guide! Dads, you are your kid’s hero and always will be. You must allow your child to experience success and failure with you as their guide. When you do this it also allows other men to come into your kid’s lives as guides and open up experiences and opportunities in areas you don’t have expertise in. I know little to nothing about deep-sea fishing and my kids constantly asked to go when we lived in Charleston, South Carolina.

I have a mentor who has been deep sea fishing his whole life, and he took me and the kids out for an unforgettable experience. This is something I never would have been able to give my kids on my own.

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ONE OF THE BIGGEST WAYS WE CAN IMPACT THE NEXT GENERATION IS TO HELP THEM BECOME CREATORS AND NOT JUST CONSUMERS. ENGAGE THEIR IMAGINATION AND CREATIVITY BY HELPING THEM PRODUCE AND NOT SIMPLY CONSUME.

Far more is caught than taught. Do you consider

Do hard things and get comfortable being uncomfortable. Each day

yourself a consumer or a creator? As a parent, how

before school I walk the hill in front of our home with the kids for what we

you model everything in life will be picked up by

call our “Driveway Devotional”. It’s about a quarter-mile down and back and

your children, especially your use of technology.

500' of elevation gain. The top of the hill is very steep and gets your blood

If you routinely have your head in your phone

pumping. On Wednesdays, we carry sandbags for what we call “Heavy

scrolling your kids will too. One of the biggest ways

Day Hump Day”. Each day before school my kids do something hard and

we can impact the next generation is to help them

overcome an obstacle. During the day when they encounter something

become creators and not just consumers. Engage

difficult, they can look back and say to themselves, “I climbed a hill this

their imagination and creativity by helping them

morning and conquered that, so I can overcome this”. On Wednesdays, they

produce and not simply consume. This could be

overcome something even harder, because they will experience hard things in

starting a YouTube channel on a topic they enjoy,

life and it’s important to have the mental fortitude and resiliency to overcome.

starting an e-commerce business, or a social group based on an area of common interest. This year we’re launching a gamified mobile app for dads and kids, a fatherhood cryptocurrency coin, nonfungible tokens (NFTs) of athlete dads, metaverse and gaming training for dads, and experimenting with AI technology for fatherless kids. A big shift is coming through the metaverse and how much time kids spend online and in front of screens or on VR. It’s only going to get harder with the wave of technology coming, so start modeling the behaviors you want to see in your children now.

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FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY! My big vision for impacting fathers and kids has led to the Fatherhood Festival taking place this Father’s Day: WHERE: PRO FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME — CANTON, OHIO WHEN: JUNE 17-19, 2022

Learn more at FatherhoodFestival.com.

I decided to do a personal inventory and refocus my time and energy and pace on the things that mattered the most ... my family. I began incorporating my family into the areas of my life like exercise, where I would often go it alone. I made decisions independently and we also made decisions as a family to align our pace. We now homeschool our kids so I get the opportunity to spend so much more quality and focused time with them and it’s relieved so much pressure due to the sheer amount of proximity.

Daddy Saturday is willing and able to serve the fathers, families, Run at the pace of your people. One of the biggest challenges I’ve had

and fatherless of Maury County and beyond. It would be a

is running at the pace of my people. I have a very high personal velocity

pleasure to support those in need and I also appreciate your

and bring a lot of energy to everything I touch. This also means I can

support of our mission to end fatherlessness. Please visit

get so passionate about something I begin to lose focus on the things

daddysaturday.com and follow along on social media,

that matter the most. When Daddy Saturday began to take off, I had a

@daddysaturday, for ideas, resources, and tools to help you raise

wake-up call as I was a corporate executive in my day job, running an

good kids who become great adults. If you have suggestions,

international non-profit, supporting my wife’s business, running Spartan

opportunities, or would like to give to the cause please contact

obstacle course races, and most importantly raising four kids.

me at info@daddysaturday.com. n

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KITCHEN TOWELS AS

Placemats

By Amy Montgomery

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It just seems right that if you can get double use out of something in life, you should! A fresh kitchen towel is one of those things that can certainly take on a second job. What is that second job? A very practical placemat. I am a creature of habit, especially in the kitchen. I always have a large bowl of "hand towels" rolled up next to the sink, for drying hands only. I keep a very large stack of freshly laundered dish towels in the drawer next to the sink, for the messy cleanups.

The colorful porch dinner table was set with a mix of melamine outdoor dining dishes and a mish-mosh of different salad plates, including vintage blue danube, gifted to me by my mother. With a strong presence of various shades of blue, I set out to pull this summer table together, using items that I already owned. This is where the hand towels come into play. After looking through what items I had on hand, I decided the kitchen hand towels were just the right shade of blue and would make great placemats. Folded in thirds and with a quick hit of the iron, they were ready to use. Those towels were the placemats I never knew I had.

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AFTER LOOKING THROUGH WHAT ITEMS I HAD ON HAND, I DECIDED THE KITCHEN HAND TOWELS WERE JUST THE RIGHT SHADE OF BLUE AND WOULD MAKE GREAT PLACEMATS. FOLDED IN THIRDS AND WITH A QUICK HIT OF THE IRON, THEY WERE READY TO USE. THOSE TOWELS WERE THE PLACEMATS I NEVER KNEW I HAD.

The black and white toile dishes were my first foray into towels having a

Tea towels should be cared for a little differently.

double use. I was styling a table for a client newsletter, and the taupe and

Washing them separately, away from dish towels

white kitchen hand towels fit the look of the antique farm table so well.

works best. The lightweight linen content makes

Looking at the photo, I realize that some things are timeless — classic black

them the perfect candidate for air-drying. After

and white dishes, farmhouse tables, vintage jars, and the simplicity of white

taking them out of the washer, simply lay them

flowers. The fresh taupe and white hand towels make the perfect backdrop for

across the counter and they air-dry very quickly.

what is a truly classic table.

Let’s also explore the term tea towels. The term dates back to 18th century England when they were used to insulate teapots at tea ceremonies, and were used along with other fine linens as part of decorative place settings. Being lightweight, linen tea towels are perfect when placed over a basket of biscuits and scones to keep them from going stale. So, between patting dry fruits and vegetables, drying crystal, and just simply looking pretty in your kitchen, you can now give your kitchen towels another use as placemats. The next time you stop in my shop, take a look at all the different styles of towels; ruffled, embroidered, printed, linen, flour sack, heavy cotton, and most certainly decorative and beautiful! n

While we are talking about kitchen towels, let's brush up on terms. The workhorse of a kitchen is the dish towel. Usually made of terrycloth or thick absorbent cotton, they are perfect for drying dishes, and absorbing any water left on the counter after the task of washing. My grandmother always called her kitchen towels tea towels. At first look, a tea towel may resemble the dishtowels in your kitchen. It would seem that the two items should be interchangeable, but a tea towel is usually made of linen and is designed to be more of a decorative item in your kitchen. It's usually hanging on a hook, a drawer handle, or the dishwasher handle, looking stylish and pretty, and is perfect for a rinse of hands, and a quick pat dry. Tea towels are lightweight and can be used

AMY MONTGOMERY has 25 years of design experience and owns Amy Montgomery Home located in Columbia, Tennessee. She is a lifestylist focused on home, food, and flowers and delights in working one-on-one with customers. Visit amymontgomeryhome.com for additional information and follow on social media at @amymontgomeryhome.

to dry delicate crystal, fruits, and vegetables, and are great for lining a basket.

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The concept of the home bar first became popular in the 50s when men returning home from the war began to move their families to the suburbs. Their pride and joy was the basement bar. It wasn’t until the 60s and 70s we saw the birth of the cabinet bar, and though today’s popular home bar options are not hidden in the record player, the television, or a globe, cabinet bars are becoming very popular again. The man caves fashioned

By Becky Smith

after their predecessor — the basement bar — are still popular, but the rising trend is easy-to-access bars located right in the heart of the home!

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More and more furniture manufacturers are offering larger bar cabinets. A cabinet offers more room for a fully stocked bar, multiple bottles of wine, glassware, and accessories. If your space has room for a larger bar, you will also get the benefit of closed cabinet space, and possibly a

THE BAR CART

dramatic addition to your room design.

The easiest way to incorporate a home bar is with a bar cart. These have become very popular and can be found in just about any style and price point. The bar cart is perfect for more personal use and smaller spaces because it adds functionality as well as additional storage. Keeping on hand the homeowner's favorite nightcaps with the proper drinking glasses is all it needs to supply. With such a variety of design options, the bar cart is a great way to add convenience and beauty to any room. Current trends have also accepted the idea of turning alcohol bar carts into coffee bar carts, which is a great way to free up counter space or create more storage in the kitchen.

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Although this is a more expensive option than the bar cart, you can see the advantages are well worth it.

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THE BAR CABINET

THE BUILT-IN BAR If you're ready to commit, the built-in bar is the way to go with the transformation of a room in your house into your new favorite bar. Larger built-in bars can accommodate a sink, ice maker, wine cooler, and refrigerators. The perfect way to make your home feel high-end and lavish. Even a smaller built-in bar can incorporate one or more of these amenities and is an elegant way to display your fancy glassware collection and bar tools.

FOR HER For all the ladies out there looking for something a little more glam, there is something for you too. There are some pretty savvy companies, that recognize a girl sometimes needs a special spot in her bathroom, bedroom, or closet. This stunning revolving door drink cabinet by Wildwood, is a perfect addition to these small and special spaces.

Whether your style is a modern take on the Prohibition-era speakeasy, or you are looking for a classy bar design with floating shelves to liven up the family room, a home bar is a gorgeous addition to any room. And the great news is, you do not need a lot of space to set up an amazing home bar that is perfect for entertaining. n

BECKY SMITH is an interior designer and founder of The Linen Duck, a retail boutique in downtown Columbia. The retail boutique and

THE GREAT NEWS IS, YOU DO NOT NEED A LOT OF SPACE TO SET UP AN AMAZING HOME BAR THAT IS PERFECT FOR ENTERTAINING.

design center carry a selection of found objects, current trends in upholstery, beautiful bedding, unique lighting and accessories, special gift items, as well as ladies’ apparel and jewelry.

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IMPROVEMENTS FOR YOUR HAIR HAIR LOSS AND AVAILABLE TREATMENTS According to the American Academy of Dermatology, we each have approximately 100,000 hair follicles on our scalp, and it is very normal to lose between 50 and 100 hairs per day.

Whether you see hair in the shower drain after you have taken a shower or in your hairbrush, do you ever wonder if your hair is thinning and what can be done if that is true?

Most people don’t realize that anyone can have thinning hair, and the realization you may be losing your hair can be quite traumatic. Baldness is more common in men; however, women can experience hair loss too. There are different types of treatments and many ways to treat thinning hair, but once you know what is causing the issue, it is a lot easier to manage.

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Lydia Fowler, a registered dietician and co-founder of Climb Performance Therapies, shares with us her nutritional expertise as well as her own struggle with thinning hair. She reveals the nutritional components and how nutrition plays an important role in maintaining a healthy head of hair.

LYDIA FOWLER, CO-OWNER — CLIMB PERFORMANCE THERAPIES Vitamin B6 is found in fish, liver, pork and eggs, If you are experiencing hair loss or if the condition of your hair has become dull and brittle, you are not alone. My genetics have been very clear — I will continue to struggle with thinning hair as I age.

There is no way to completely avoid it but, BY GOLLY, I will fight it the

wheat germ, beans, peas, oats, peanuts, green leafy vegetables, bananas, avocados, and cauliflower.

best way I know how — with nutrition!

The deficiency of vitamin C leads to hair breakage because vitamin

Causes of hair loss or thinning include genetics, poor nutrition,

fruits, berries, peppers, dark green leafy vegetables, broccoli,

high-stress levels, damage from dyes and bleaching, hormonal imbalances, and thyroid conditions. Other causes may stem from the side effects of certain medications and diseases. There are natural remedies for hair loss and essential nutrition options for healthy hair.

Here I will share some of the nutritional components that can help

C is necessary for collagen production. Vitamin C is found in citrus cabbage, sweet potatoes, and tomatoes. I don’t know about you but so far this is sounding like a very colorful way of eating and we are only three vitamins in!

Hair loss is a classic symptom of iron deficiency anemia. The best

improve the health and volume of your hair.

source of iron is heme iron, which is only found in meat. Non-heme

Vitamin A is imperative for the growth and health of all cells,

non-heme iron is not absorbed as well. Helpful note: Vitamin C helps

including hair and scalp. To make sure you get enough vitamin A, pick yellow and orange-colored produce, as well as plenty of dark green leafy vegetables. Animal products such as milk, eggs, and liver are also high in vitamin A. Please remember moderation, since too

iron is found in spinach, dried fruits, beans, and bran. Unfortunately, with the absorption of iron, so try including a vitamin C food with your iron-rich foods.

Zinc is a mineral that promotes cell reproduction, tissue growth,

much vitamin A can also cause hair loss.

and repair. Zinc deficiency can lead to hair shedding. Zinc is found

The B vitamins that affect hair growth are vitamin B6, vitamin B12,

Too much zinc can also lead to hair loss, so it is best to get your zinc

and folic acid. These vitamins are important for the proper formation of red blood cells, which carry oxygen to the tissues, including the hair. Vitamin B6 is found in fish, liver, pork and eggs, wheat germ, beans, peas, oats, peanuts, green leafy vegetables, bananas, avocados, and cauliflower. Vitamin B12 is found only in animal products. Folic acid is found in green leafy vegetables, fortified cereals, citrus, beets, broccoli, whole grains, and tomatoes.

in some meats, eggs, milk, nuts, seeds, legumes, and whole grains. intake from foods rather than taking it in supplement form.

Isn’t hair made of proteins? Absolutely! People who do not eat

enough protein will have dry and brittle hair. Protein is found in many foods, including meat, seafood, dairy foods, soy, beans, seeds, and nuts. Try to get in protein consistently in each meal (and even snacks).

Take some time to evaluate your nutrition to find ways to diversify your intake, and include some foods mentioned here for a healthy head of hair!

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Eating healthy is always a good thing and will impact one’s overall health in a very positive way. However, sometimes it is simply genetics or other environmental factors causing thinning hair and you are looking for options to get a full head of hair again without any invasive procedures.

We asked Jessie Mobley, owner of 931 Beauty Co., what alternatives are available at the salon and this is what she shared with us.

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JESSIE MOBLEY, FOUNDER AND OWNER — 931 BEAUTY CO.

When you have done everything you can health-wise, but are still experiencing hair loss, there are other treatment options available. There is no one-size-fits-all solution since each person struggles with a different hair loss pattern and root cause. Stress, postpartum, changes in hormones and chemical damage are just a few contributing factors to hair loss. Most recently, we have seen a large number of clients with post-Covid hair loss.

In conjunction with these treatments, we recommend high-quality, sulfate-free, and professionally-formulated hair care products to treat and rejuvenate the hair and scalp. A large portion of hair loss can be attributed to the use of products that create build-up, thus causing irritation to the scalp and hair follicles. Removing this build-up can be achieved by using one of the product lines available at 931 Beauty Co. Oribe is a best-selling, award-winning brand we offer

Many nonsurgical treatment options range from tape-in extensions to sew-in wefts of hair, and for more comprehensive coverage, a hair topper is typically used for balding.

Whatever the reason for the hair loss, there are many nonsurgical treatments available. These range from tape-in extensions to sew-in wefts of hair, and for more comprehensive coverage, a hair topper is typically used for balding.

These are all noninvasive types of coverage to fill in the areas of the scalp that are missing volume and length of hair — the results are often undetectable! For hairline loss, some options create the look of a natural and beautiful head of

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— they have several product lines to treat many hair types and conditions. We have seen amazing success in hair health and regrowth from Oribe's Serene Scalp treatment line, used in combination with the Serene shampoo and conditioner. Oribe's Gold Lust repair and restore line is amazing for rebuilding the health of the remaining hair; and a new line, Alchemy, can work wonders in strengthening hair in as little as one week.

These products are all dermatologist-tested and free of parabens, sulfates and sodium chloride.

healthy hair. Tape-in hair extensions can fill in the front of the hair with a smaller

You are not alone in your struggle with hair loss —

section of hair, a full sew-in weft can add length and volume, and a topper

there is a custom solution for everyone, as well as a

covers the crown of the head when a genetic or medical condition has left a less

stylist that is ready help guide you through the journey

concealable bald patch.

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PHOTOS COURTESY OF MENTAL MULES

Front row, left to right: Brandon Kassinger, Ryan Carey, Chris Hamm, Brent Perry, Hal Landers, Scott Speer, Andy Lewis, Wes Hendrickson and Walker Hoye. Back row, left to right: Cory Ross, Greg Martin, Ryan Slaughter and Jeremy McCoy.

By Hal Landers For the past six years, a group of 12 men called the Mental Mules have tested their endurance in hopes of completing a 24-hour walk all for charity, but it didn't start that way. It was simply a challenge that started in 2016 as more of a personal goal amongst each of the 12 men to see if they could mentally and physically challenge themselves to complete this trek. The idea was to mentally push each other to stay awake, with minimal breaks, walking for 24 hours.

Jeremy McCoy and Andy Lewis present Cindy Sim, Director of the Center of Hope, with a donation from Mental Mules ­in 2021.

Mental Mules met several times leading up to the inaugural walk, but it wasn't until later they decided to raise money for local charities in the community. In 2016, the goal was $5,000, which they chose to donate to the nonprofit Best Buddies of Columbia Central High School.

The Mules ended up raising $7,500 and since then, have increased and exceeded their financial goal each year, adding more charities to contribute to. Last year the goal was $25,000, and the group exceeded expectations again raising $27,000 in 2021.

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If walking 60+ miles isn't challenging enough, in 2020 the Mental Mules added the 22 Pushup Challenge, sometimes called the 22KILL Pushup Challenge. Every hour, on the hour, they stop walking and press out 22 pushups to promote awareness for veteran suicide prevention because sadly, on average, there are 22 U.S. military veterans who commit suicide every day. By the end of the event, each participant has completed 528 pushups throughout the walk — pretty impressive, and an extraordinary way to honor military service members and veterans!

The walk for charity starts at the steps of the Maury County Courthouse with a prayer, on a Saturday at 7 a.m. when the bell rings, and commences back at the courthouse at 7 a.m. Sunday. The routes walked are throughout the city of Columbia and Maury County. Over the past five years, the Mental Mules have raised more than $100,000 for local nonprofits. Last year’s charities included Best Buddies 931, Center of Hope, Cowboy Up, Dogs of War, Young Life of Columbia, and Shop With A Cop program. In addition to the charities Mental Mules support, a portion of the proceeds is set aside in a reserve fund to be used during the holidays for a family in need. Whether it is funding meals, clothing, or gifts, the money is there when it is needed most.

Mark your calendars as the annual walk normally happens in late October, early November. The 2022 Mental Mule walk will again feature 12 guys, 24 hours, local charities, and hopefully lots of community support. Each year the financial goal is raised, and the community continues to support the Mental Mules. So, let’s walk one step at a time!

The Mental Mules’ walk is an extremely physical task. It can be very painful to walk for that long and do so many pushups in 24 hours.

Unfortunatley, there have been guys who have had to drop out during the journey after walking for so many hours due to injury. Although the

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group cheers for each participant, they don’t want anyone to risk injury.

It is a melancholy moment when someone must drop out due to injury, but each member knows what the other is going through and they

HAL LANDERS is one of the Mental Mules founders and has

support one another to the end — a key factor to their success! Once the

walked every year since its inception for the cause. In 2002,

pain starts to set in, usually around midnight with seven hours to go, the

Landers founded the Landers Insurance Agency LLC and is

men know they can count on each other to help get it done. Each year

a native of Columbia. He enjoys traveling, being outdoors as

averages around 65 miles walked per person, 120,000 steps taken, and

much as possible, cooking, and spending time with friends

close to 10,000 calories burned during their 24-hour walk.

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MOPS

Gathering and Supporting Moms

By Kathy Fox

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Mission

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) International encourages and equips moms of young children to realize their potential as mothers, women, and leaders, in relationship with Jesus, and in partnership with the local church.

PHOTO COURTESY OF MULETOWN MOPS

Motherhood is a journey that lasts a lifetime. It entails great sacrifice but offers an even greater reward. It can be difficult and challenging at times, but there will be many joyful moments too. Muletown MOPS was started by a group of nine moms in Columbia in 2021 as a type of support group and camaraderie for local moms. The acronym MOPS stands for “Mothers of Preschoolers” and was founded in 1973 when a group of moms with young children came together to share their lives and parenting journeys. Now 49 years later, MOPS International has expanded its reach to include ALL moms and partners with churches and organizations in more than 70 countries worldwide to equip and encourage moms.

Muletown MOPS had its first meeting in October 2021 and the group is open to any mom with kids up to school-aged through kindergarten. The group of moms and kids meets every second and fourth Tuesday of the month, but there are also nights out planned for the moms. Playdates are scheduled for Friday mornings along with plenty of other opportunities for all to get involved. The annual fee is $60 and other nominal fees may apply for different outings depending on the event.

The meetings are structured and include a variety of activities, such as time to network, devotions, crafts, and may involve videos from MOPS International or guest speakers depending on the meeting theme.

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There has been a wonderful response to the MOPS group

MOPS International also offers Teen MOPS, a group for moms

here in Columbia since it began last year. “We currently have

under the age of 20 (nothing local yet), and Mama Meetup™ which

40 members from Columbia and surrounding areas such as

are online groups gathering to traverse the joys and challenges

Thompson’s Station, Spring Hill, and Hampshire. The group

of moms’ unique journeys. Additionally, virtual gatherings are

is open to all moms and we want people to know you don’t

available for working moms, single moms, tired moms, happy

have to live in Columbia to join,” Marika Handziak, one of

moms, and moms of children with special needs in the Mama

the Columbia founders, explained. This fall there are already

Meetup™ group. Whether meeting online, in a coffee shop, or at

plans to grow into the MOMSnext group, which is a group

church there is a group suited to meet each mom’s needs.

for moms with elementary-aged children.

MOPS is a wealth of information for moms and there is The MOPS Magazine as well as a radio program that helps MOPS encourage every mother of preschoolers, whether a mom attends the MOPS program or not. “We wanted to create a space where

WE CURRENTLY HAVE 40 MEMBERS FROM COLUMBIA AND SURROUNDING AREAS SUCH AS THOMPSON’S STATION, SPRING HILL, AND HAMPSHIRE. THE GROUP IS OPEN TO ALL MOMS AND WE WANT PEOPLE TO KNOW YOU DON’T HAVE TO LIVE IN COLUMBIA TO JOIN.

moms can come together for support and community,” Kelsey Caso said, another founding member in Columbia. “MOPS is a community of moms, with kids of all ages, living life together. You will find friendship and support here as we all learn to embrace motherhood as a catalyst, not a constraint.” n If you would like to learn more about Muletown MOPS, there will be two meetings in May on the 10th and 24th before taking the summer off. For additional information on Muletown MOPS follow them on social media at @muletownmops or email muletownmops@gmail.com.

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Even though technology makes us more “connected” than ever, we still hunger for authentic relationships — with the natural world, our Creator, and one another. But how do we find them, especially when we’ve lost touch with many of the foundational rhythms that draw us together?

We find connection again in the rhythms and practices that have united us since the beginning of time, and still do: we get our hands dirty, we invest in authentic community, and we open up our tables.

PHOTO BY SARAH B. GILLIAM

The Kindred Life: Stories and Recipes to Cultivate a Life of Organic Connection is a rallying cry for real connection in a time when we need to recapture what's been lost in the chaos of busyness, distraction, and isolation. In this collection of

CULTIVATE A LIFE OF

Beauty, Nourishment, and Community

stories, photos, journaling prompts, and recipes from my home on Kindred Farm in Santa Fe, Tennessee (right here in Maury County!), I’m sharing both the beautiful and gritty moments as I’ve grown from a hopeful urban gardener to co-owner of a regenerative farm full of produce, bees, chickens, and flowers that provides meaningful experiences for friends, family, and hundreds of guests each year.

I actually started this project in 2019, but what’s happened in all of our lives the last few years has made it clear that we need this now more than ever. If you're hungering to be nourished on a soul level, to reclaim the gifts you have to offer the world, and to connect to a deep sense of community, this book is for you.

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CURRY CHICKEN SALAD FROM: The Kindred Life: Stories and Recipes to Cultivate a Life of Organic Connection

When I first met my chef husband, Steven, I basically lived on grilled chicken, apples, peanut butter, broccoli, and frozen chicken tenders. Thank God he swept in and showed me the whole big, beautiful world of food that was out there and helped me venture beyond bland snack food. A basic, yet perfectly balanced, chicken salad is one of the first recipes I learned from him, and whenever I think about it, it reminds me of our early married days, when we made this often as an easy lunch or to take on a picnic.

INGREDIENTS

1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast 2 cups Duke’s mayonnaise or your preferred brand 1/2 cup mango chutney or peach jam 3 tablespoons curry powder 2 large celery stalks, diced small 1 1/2 cups roasted cashew halves 1/4 cup golden raisins or regular raisins 2 green onions, chopped (both the white and green parts) 2 teaspoons sea salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper MAKES 6 TO 8 SERVINGS INSTRUCTIONS

Fill a large pot with water. Put the chicken in the pot, and bring the water to a boil. Once bubbles form, reduce to a simmer, put a lid on the pot, and leave the chicken alone for 1 hour while it poaches.

While the chicken poaches, use a medium-size bowl to combine the mayonnaise, mango chutney, curry powder, celery, cashews, raisins, green onions, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.

Take the chicken out of the pot, and it will be fall-apart tender.

Dice it into cubes, and add it to the mixture in the bowl.

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Stuff the chicken salad inside lettuce wraps.

Serve the chicken salad in a bowl and use crackers or dried roasted seaweed to scoop it up.

Spread the chicken salad on bread as an open-face sandwich.

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I’ve always loved the word “kindred” — it means “tribe” or “family,” and at the center of The Kindred Life is an invitation for you to join me in pursuing the experiences that unite us, like spending time in the dirt, slowing down, and joining in a simple meal under the stars.

Part memoir, part inspiration guide, this is a story of growth, born through struggle. A return to wonder, adventure, and discovery. A celebration of the table, the dirt, and the precious people in our midst.

I BELIEVE WE WERE ALL CREATED WITH THE ABILITY TO CARVE OUT A LIFE OF CONNECTION, AND IT'S WORTH EVERY BIT OF SWEAT IT TAKES TO GET THERE.

I believe we were all created with the ability to carve out a life of connection, and it's worth every bit of sweat it takes to get there. We can slow down. We can step forward in bravery to do hard things well. And we can be intentional about gathering with and investing in others. Discover the beauty of community, the magic of coming together around the table, and the lessons the land can teach you as you unearth your very own Kindred Life —right where you are.

The Kindred Life will be released by HarperCollins (Harper Horizon) in mid May 2022.

It will be available for purchase online at thekindredlifebook.com, in bookstores, or find it wherever books are sold. n

Christine Marie Bailey is a grateful farmer, writer, and dreamer. A former music industry gal turned social entrepreneur turned sustainable produce and flower farmer, Christine is growing deep roots with her

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chef husband on their 17-acre Kindred Farm in Santa Fe, Tennessee, where they raise sustainable produce and gather the community around long tables under the stars several times a year at unique farm-totable events called Kindred Dinners.

Christine is passionate about homeschooling her two wild and free daughters and will always say yes to waterfall-chasing, campfiresitting, and eating ice cream on the roof under a country sky.

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RETHINKING THE WAY WE BUY

By Stefanie O'Reilly Stricker

Stuck on the sofa with you When Americans first went home to stop the spread of COVID-19, we had to rethink how we lived, worked, studied, relaxed, and stayed fit — all without leaving the house. As we spent more time inside, many decided our living spaces needed an upgrade. Our sofa was uncomfortable and our dining table was definitely not big enough for home-schooling.

Families needed to be comfortable at home, and furniture sales boomed. When stores could not replenish stock due to shortages and delays, customer choices became more limited. It was time to rethink the way we buy furniture, too. Our new, family-run business had just opened in Nashville and was ready to offer shoppers a solution.

A new way to buy furniture O’Reilly’s Amish furniture opened in January 2020, ready to change the way people buy furniture. Everything at O’Reilly’s is made in America, with much of it handcrafted by small Amish businesses in Ohio. Throughout the pandemic, solid-wood furniture could still be created in each small Amish shop and carefully wrapped in blankets for delivery to Nashville. O’Reilly’s customers could still get what they needed and choose exactly what they wanted.

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My dad, Gary O’Reilly, has been in the furniture business for more than four decades. When he and mom moved to Nashville to be closer to their grandchildren, we thought my dad might retire. However, his passion for selling Amish and American-made furniture was still strong, and he wanted to bring it to Middle Tennessee.

O’Reilly’s Amish Furniture opened just before the pandemic, but Gary was steadfast in his belief

CUSTOMERS SHOULDN’T HAVE TO SETTLE! FURNITURE IS A BIG PURCHASE, AND THEY SHOULD GET EXACTLY WHAT THEY WANT.

that this furniture would be the right choice for families, even during a pandemic. Now in his third year, my dad is so excited about the community’s response to his collections of exclusively American-made home furnishings.

GARY LOVES TO CONFOUND CUSTOMERS’ EXPECTATIONS BY SHOWING TABLES WITH A “RIVER” OF GLASS OR COLORED RESIN FLOWING THROUGH THE MIDDLE.

Gary has built relationships with over 50 Amish builders whose solid-wood, handcrafted American furniture far exceeds the quality of the imports most stores carry today. The ability to customize is a big selling point, and many customers tell us they looked for months or years without finding what they wanted. Gary is delighted to tell them about all the ways we can customize. “I have an incredible opportunity to tell people ‘yes’ almost every time they walk through our doors,” he says.

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EVERYTHING AT O’REILLY’S IS MADE IN AMERICA, WITH MUCH OF IT HANDCRAFTED BY SMALL AMISH BUSINESSES IN OHIO.

This is not your grandfather’s Amish Sometimes before he gets to tell a customer “yes”, Gary has to first say, “This is NOT your grandfather’s Amish.” People are surprised that our furniture isn’t just oak rocking chairs or Mission style tables. Our Amish furniture can be made in almost any style from Mid-century Modern to farmhouse to contemporary. Gary loves to confound customers’ expectations by showing tables with a “river” of glass or colored resin flowing through the middle, a four-inch thick live-edge cocktail table on a metal base, or fractal-burned table-top that looks like lightning struck it.

Amish furniture is special, and Gary knows it’s because of the builders’ true craftsmanship and attention to detail. They are artists, who are as happy to make an heirloom-quality piece as they are to create a dazzling one-of-a-kind statement piece.

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O’Reilly’s solid-wood Amish furniture can be custom-ordered in oak, maple, cherry, hickory, elm, and walnut. Customers choose from over 100 different finishes and 400 pieces of hardware. Dining, bedroom, home office, living room, and entertainment pieces can be made to a customer’s exact size specifications. “Customers shouldn’t have to settle! Furniture is a big purchase, and they should get exactly what they want,” Gary says.

My dad has always believed customers deserve outstanding service from a business they can trust. He also knows that craftsmanship and quality make Amish furniture the right choice for any family. His Nashville customers seem to agree!

Stop in to see us at O’Reilly’s Amish Furniture on Highway 100 — one mile east of Loveless Cafe. n

STEFANIE O’REILLY STRICKER is the Marketing Director for her family’s small business. Stefanie and her husband are proud parents to three wonderful kids. She enjoys curling up with a good book, seeing live music, and family game nights.

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MAURY COUNTY CHAMBER & ECONOMIC ALLIANCE Columbia • Mt. Pleasant • Spring Hill

LOOKING TO NETWORK? With a variety of networking events each month, we can help you make connections with Maury County’s thriving community of business owners, government leaders and community members.

OPENING A BUSINESS? We can help promote your launch and make sure you have the tools you need to succeed.

WANT TO BE INFORMED? We host events with community leaders speaking on key issues in Maury County. This year we will also host Candidate Forums and Meet & Greet events so you can make an informed decision on election day.

READY TO GROW IN YOUR CAREER? We offer multiple professional development events throughout the year. Visit mauryalliance.com/events to view upcoming opportunities.

! y a d o T n i o J Online at

mauryalliance.com/join or call 931-388-2155.

We look forward to meeting you!

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HISTORIC HAYNES HAVEN

By Holly Dobbs

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Drivers passing the General Motors Plant in Spring Hill must be curious about Haynes Haven, the big white Italianate-style home that sits across from Rippavilla Plantation on Hwy 31 (Old Nashville Highway). This Spring Hill mansion has a fascinating history that was written about many years ago in a publication long gone, but in these pages, it can be told again, some of which comes firsthand from former resident Mrs. Sisse Pressnell Pfeiffer.

Haynes Haven is situated on the site of a home named Woodland, which was built just after the Civil War. In its heritage as Woodland, the Polks were its first occupants. It is said that Lucius Polk lived at Woodland during his bachelor years.

COLONEL JACK HAYNES PURCHASED THE PROPERTY IN 1938 AND SALVAGED MANY OF THE ARCHITECTURAL PIECES FROM WOODLAND, WHICH WERE USED IN THE CONSTRUCTION OF HAYNES HAVEN, MOST PROMINENTLY THE FRONT DOORS.

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In the mid-1930s, it was established by W.M. Tolley who used it as a breeding farm for trotters and pacers. Sadly, Woodland burned down in 1937 in an accident that occurred during its restoration. Colonel Jack Haynes purchased the property in 1938 and salvaged many of the architectural pieces from Woodland, which were used in the construction of Haynes Haven, most prominently the front doors.

Colonel Haynes was also the owner of Haynes Haven Stock Farms. He was particularly known for his prize-winning Tennessee Walking Horses, including the 1940 and 1941 Grand Champion Tennessee Walking Horse of the World, Haynes Peacock. The Tennessee native lived at Haynes Haven through the mid-1940s. However, that was not the end of Haynes Haven's history with

COLONEL HAYNES WAS PARTICULARLY KNOWN FOR HIS PRIZE-WINNING TENNESSEE WALKING HORSES, INCLUDING THE 1940 AND 1941 GRAND CHAMPION TENNESSEE WALKING HORSE OF THE WORLD, HAYNES PEACOCK.

Tennessee Walking horses, as told to us by Mrs. Pfeiffer who had the pleasure of growing up there.

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Mrs. Pfeiffer spent most of her childhood and youth at Haynes Haven when her father Harry Pressnell and his brother Wayne bought the property in 1957. She recalls spending her first night in their huge new home. The next morning she asked her mother, "Why are we spending the night at this hotel?"

Despite the size and (then) isolation of the property, Mrs. Pfeiffer had a lovely childhood, living there from second grade through high school. Some of her fondest memories are of the many parties her parents gave over the years and getting to brush the manes and tails of the numerous Tennessee Walking horses that were boarded and trained on the property.

Eventually, her father became taken with aviation and built a landing strip toward the south end of the house.

She and her brothers were responsible for washing his Mooney airplane on a regular basis. Mr. Pressnell also built a pool on the property, which was the first in-ground pool in Maury County. Her mother, Mrs. Pfeiffer recalls fondly, had gorgeous flower gardens near the barn and taught her how to grow and care for flowers.

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MRS. PFEIFFER RECALLS SPENDING HER FIRST NIGHT IN THEIR HUGE NEW HOME. THE NEXT MORNING SHE ASKED HER MOTHER, “WHY ARE WE SPENDING THE NIGHT AT THIS HOTEL?”

In 1970, Mrs. Pheiffer's senior year of high school, the Pressnells sold the property to Jesse Stallings who was the president of Capitol Airways. In the mid-1980s, General Motors (GM) purchased the farm when the automotive manufacturing giant made a large land acquisition to set up manufacturing for their new Saturn Plant. To date, the Maury County house and property are still owned and maintained by GM. The barn that housed prize-winning Haynes Peacock still stands on the GM site and has been restored as the company's Visitors Center, while the main house serves as an occasional meeting space for GM. With its fascinating history and elegant architecture, it is easy to understand why GM chose to preserve one of Maury County’s finest historical homes. n

IN THE MID-1980S, GENERAL MOTORS (GM) PURCHASED THE FARM WHEN THE AUTOMOTIVE MANUFACTURING GIANT MADE A LARGE LAND ACQUISITION TO SET UP MANUFACTURING FOR THEIR NEW SATURN PLANT.

HOLLY DOBBS is a professional home photographer who resides in Columbia, Tennessee. She and her family also operate the Maple Roost Vacation Rental in between spending time together on their farm.

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REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH JOURNEY VANDERBILT CENTER FOR WOMEN’S HEALTH COLUMBIA

By Emily Stembridge Between physicians, certified nurse midwives, and advanced practice registered nurses, Vanderbilt Center for Women's Health Columbia is well equipped to serve as a cornerstone during every step of your reproductive health journey.

Vanderbilt Center for Women’s Health Columbia provides a personalized approach for women through all stages of life with local, knowledgeable providers.

Our clinic offers comprehensive gynecological and obstetrical care with surgeries and deliveries at Maury Regional Medical Center.

“We also offer high-risk obstetrics, maternal-fetal medicine, ultrasound, and midwifery services,” said Karen Davis, MD, assistant professor of Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology and medical co-director of Vanderbilt Center for Women’s Health Columbia.

“Our goal is to provide personalized care for all of our patients, ensuring you understand and accept the care you’re receiving.”

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OUR GOAL IS TO PROVIDE PERSONALIZED CARE FOR ALL OF OUR PATIENTS, ENSURING YOU UNDERSTAND AND ACCEPT THE CARE YOU’RE RECEIVING.

They work closely with their physician colleagues, and in partnership with you, to help make the best decisions for you and your baby. No matter your risk level, our entire team is there to customize your birth plan to keep you and your baby safe and healthy.

We have a unique opportunity to be with patients during their highest of highs, and sometimes their lowest of lows. We offer a gentle ear to listen, a firm hand of support, and everything in between to care for you during your entire reproductive health journey. Our practice model is a team model — both the certified nurse midwives and physicians collaborate to provide the best experience possible to our patients.

WE DON’T BELIEVE IN A ONE-SIZE-FITS-ALL BIRTHING MODEL — INSTEAD, WE OFFER THE INTIMATE CARE YOU EXPECT OF A PRIVATE PRACTICE WITH THE BONUS OF HAVING ACCESS TO ALL THE RESOURCES OF A LARGE ACADEMIC INSTITUTION.

“We present all your care options to you and discuss the risk and benefits of each,” said Therese Whitten, MD, assistant professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology and medical co-director of Vanderbilt Center for Women’s Health Columbia. “This allows you to truly make informed decisions about your care. We empower our patients to have a say, leading to higher patient satisfaction scores and better patient involvement.”

Certified nurse midwives at Vanderbilt Center for Women’s Health Columbia pay specific attention to your needs during pregnancy and birth, offering guidance, advice, and connection. We believe that mothers know best, which is why we give patients the voice to alter their pregnancy and birth plans to fit their needs and desires.

Many mothers receiving care from a midwife report feeling better heard, understood, and advocated for under a midwife’s careful watch.

With a background in nursing, certified nurse midwives offer education to patients, limiting unnecessary interventions on a case-by-case level. They utilize various evidence-based practices and tend to have a lower cesarean section rate.

We don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all birthing model — instead, we offer the intimate care you expect of a private practice with the bonus of having access to all the resources of a large academic institution. Our patients get the best of both worlds. At Vanderbilt Center for Women’s Health Columbia, we are ready to help you personalize your pregnancy and birth plan to get the delivery that you dream of. n

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In 1970, Zuckerman left his medical studies to pursue his love of photography. With no formal training in art, it took several years to develop his style and learn how to market his work. His

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hundreds of magazines including the National Geographic Society, Time-Life, Conde-Nast Traveler, Life Magazine, The Economist, and Outdoor Photographer. Zuckerman’s work has

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also been sold to jigsaw puzzle manufacturers, poster companies, greeting card publishers, mural companies, corporate annual reports, calendar publishers, and advertising agencies and he has also penned more than 26 books about photography.

Zuckerman seeks to capture the beauty of our world, leaving the dark side of life to other photographers. He never specialized in a particular genre of picture taking, but his diversity of subject matter is unique in the professional area. He says, “It’s all about taking great photographs.”

Many years ago, Zuckerman realized amateur photographers wanted to travel and take beautiful pictures of wonderful places and unique subjects. Because of this demand, he began leading photography tours, first domestically and then internationally, in which he teaches clients how to take stunning photographs in a wide variety of locations. As he explains, “My philosophy in leading photo

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Photography is an art that captures true beauty in the eyes of the beholder at a

tours is simple. The pictures are paramount. The people who travel with me know they will take the best pictures of their lives.”

particular moment in time. It is a creative expression used to capture stunning and aweinspiring moments. Jim Zuckerman, a Franklin resident, has a gift for capturing those moments locally and around the globe.

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LEFT: HANG GLIDER DESCENDING IN FRONT OF A HUGE SAND DUNE, SOSSUSVLEI, NAMIBIA

Groups are typically small, with 6-10 people, and as a result of his exhaustive research and decades of traveling, his clients are privileged to see and photograph spectacular things such as African wildlife, interiors of awesome cathedrals, dazzling TOP: GWALIOR FORT, GWALIOR, INDIA BOTTOM LEFT: 6-YEAR-OLD GIRL PARTICIPATING IN THE JEMBER FASHION CARNAVAL, JEMBER, EAST JAVA INDONESIA BOTTOM RIGHT: CHEETAH MOTHER AND CUBS, MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE, KENYA

festivals, colorful birds, and exotic cultures. Zuckerman instructs them on which lenses to use, how to overcome exposure challenges such as when shooting on snow, what camera settings to use for capturing action, how to photograph the Milky Way, and how to set up an HDR sequence to reveal as much detail as possible in contrasty lighting conditions.

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For great architecture, Zuckerman’s favorite destinations are Europe and Russia. The castles, palaces, and cathedrals are awe-inspiring. For spectacular wildlife photography, there is nothing like the plains of East and Southern Africa, but he also loves the Pantanal region of Brazil where wild jaguars hunt caiman in serpentine rivers and where there is a tremendous diversity of magnificent birds. For unparalleled photography of people, there is no place like India according to Zuckerman. When it comes to landscapes, his favorite places for breathtaking scenery are the American Southwest, Patagonia, Central China, and the Dolomite Range in Northern Italy. For seemingly going back in time 20,000 years, nothing compares to the Omo River Valley in Ethiopia.

Zuckerman leads domestic photo tours which include intriguing destinations such as the Louisiana swamps, the Hudson River Valley, the Bisti Badlands of New Mexico, autumn in Vermont, and lighthouses in New England. His international tours span the globe, and they encompass exotic destinations like Morocco, Mongolia, Namibia, Uzbekistan, and Indonesia.

TOP LEFT: FEMALE SNOWY OWL IN FLIGHT, NORTHERN CANADA TOP RIGHT: VEILED WOMAN IN CHEFCHAOUEN, MOROCCO, "THE BLUE CITY" BOTTOM LEFT: STAIRCASE IN THE LELLO BOOKSTORE, PORTO, PORTUGAL BOTTOM RIGHT: HORSES OF THE CAMARGUE RUNNING THROUGH THE MARSH, SOUTHERN FRANCE

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Photography tours are a complete immersion experience. Leisurely breakfasts and lazy time by the pool are not on the agenda. Zuckerman always tells his clients they can rest when they get home! Often groups are up very early to capture dawn and sunrise lighting and sometimes bad roads have to be covered to get to a particularly great waterfall, ice cave, tribal village, or landscape viewpoint. Winter photography means clients have to prepare for the serious cold, and at other times extreme heat typical of deserts and tropical rainforests have to be tolerated. In a large city with a dynamic skyline, night photography might keep the group out late. When foreign models have been scheduled, such as a ballerina in Cuba, Balinese dancers in Indonesia, an eagle hunter galloping on a horse with his golden eagle in Mongolia, clients have to understand the meal schedule has to be flexible.

Everyone knows and understands on one of Zuckerman’s tours, they will return home with a wealth of remarkable images. It’s all about taking outstanding photographs and experiencing the world in ways most people never do.

For information on an upcoming tour or workshop, visit jimzuckerman.com. You can also subscribe to a free monthly eMagazine, Photo Insights, which features articles on photography and Photoshop. n

TOP: TWILIGHT IN THE VILLAGE OF VERNAZZA, CINQUE TERRE COAST, ITALY MIDDLE: PARTICIPANTS IN CANIVAL IN A MEDIEVAL PALACE, VENICE, ITALY BOTTOM: ST. MAGDALENA VILLAGE, THE DOLOMITE RANGE, NORTHERN ITALY

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IT’S OKAY TO FEEL

When Danni Surre was a child, her nanny possessed a power that must have seemed all but magical to the little girl. The older woman could take two pieces of fabric, add some soft batting in between, and — using only the

THE HEN PEN KEEPS A WARM CRAFT COVERED

simplest of tools: a needle, some scissors, some thread — create works of art that Surre would wrap her little body up in, feeling warm and safe and loved. She did not

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know it then, but Surre was being gently inducted into the ancient tradition of quilting. Stretching back to at least the Egyptians, “quilt” — both the noun and the verb — ­ have been part of the English language for a thousand years, a solid five centuries before Modern English even existed.

Oh, forsooth.

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But sometimes even good seeds grow slowly, and Surre stopped quilting by the time she reached her teenage years, blanketed by other interests. It was only after college and marriage and giving birth to little wee ones of her own that Surre decided it was, once again, time to thread the needle between two folds of fabric and step up to the batting. Sadly,

PEOPLE USUALLY TREASURE HANDMADE THINGS FOR BABIES A LOT MORE THAN ITEMS FROM BIG BOX STORES.

her beloved nanny had passed, so Surre had to refresh her quilting skills with YouTube videos. But, by 2011, her skills had returned to the point that she opened her business, The Hen Pen, focusing mostly on small, baby-related pieces such as crib sheets and nursing pillow covers. “People usually treasure handmade things for babies a lot more than items from big box stores,” Surre points out.

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As her expertise grew, so did her confidence in creating artisan quilts. She began to sell them, or, rather, her quilts began selling themselves, their quality and their beauty all but compelling patrons to adopt them into their forever homes.

Surre still crafts items for babies, but, since 2021, is now more focused on quilts. It is a labor of love. Each quilt’s construction takes 20 to 80 hours of focused expertise, depending on its size and its patterns. “I typically try to keep it around that 20 to 40-hour sweet spot,” Surre says, “because there's only one of me.”

Still, even by herself, she was able to create 35 quilts in 2021, a dozen of them memory quilts incorporating items of clothing from a loved one. “I have found an unexpected joy in making these quilts,” Surre shares, “specifically because it's just really fun to be able to take tangible

I TYPICALLY TRY TO KEEP IT AROUND THAT 20 TO 40-HOUR SWEET SPOT, BECAUSE THERE'S ONLY ONE OF ME.

things that hold so many memories for the person and then turn them into something that they can continue to love and cherish for many more years.”

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THE WOMEN WHO ARE DOING QUILTS NOWADAYS ARE MY AGE, IN THEIR 30S AND 40S, AND ARE REDISCOVERING WHAT THEIR GRANDMOTHERS DID. IT’S BEEN REALLY NEAT.

While Surre, a busy mother who homeschools her children, generally quilts alone — usually two to three hours a day as schedules permit Surre is also a huge fan of The Dancing Bobbin in Spring Hill. “They have so many fabrics and notions, and the ladies there are fabulous,” she says. This local community allows for local production. “The large majority of the quilts I make I do everything from beginning to end right here in Maury County.”

Thanks to artisans like Surre, quilting is far from a lost art in Middle Tennessee. “The women who are doing quilts nowadays are my age, in their 30s and 40s,” Surre says. “And are rediscovering what their grandmothers did. It’s been really neat.”

Follow The Hen Pen on Instagram at @thehenpen or for additional information on custom memory or heirloom quilts visit thehenpen.com. n

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