Issue 1 August 2022
Strawberries can play an important role in maintaining healthy levels of Vitamin C. This is known to help promote the immune system, protect eyes from harmful UV rays, decrease the risk of developing cataracts, and strengthen the cornea and retina.
Cocktail Combine Muddled strawberries, expresso/Kahlua/ chocolate or carob nut milk/coconut rum/coconut milk. Bailey’s Irish Cream whipped cream and dark chocolate shavings/chocolate syrup[/coconut flakes. Add strawberry slices to garnish.
Bountiful Benefits for Health and Beauty
Ellagic acid, a polyphenol antioxidant, and ellagitannins may help prevent cancer and deter cancer cell growth.
Strawberry Lemon/Lime de Mint Mojito Crush strawberry slices and fresh peppermint or spearmint and crush together. You can pour in rum, bourbon or lemonade and sweeten to taste. Add club soda/seltzer and garnish with lemon and strawberry wedges.
The Bright Red colors signals improved heart health because the anthocyanin pigments that give the berry color are full of rich antioxidants.
Diabetics can enjoy and benefit from strawberries since they contain a relatively low glycemic index and are not known to spike blood sugar
Strawberries
Let’s not forget a key role in beauty Vitamin C amps up collagen that maintains skin’s firmness, elasticity and So,resilience.weare in the Strawberry season…. Here are a few tips to EAT MORE STRAWBERRIES...
Strawberries (coffee/Chocolate/Coconut) ‘N Cream
Did you know strawberries have been linked to many heart healthy benefits?
Some of the benefits include lowering the harmful oxidation of LDL (bad) cholesterol, reducing inflammation, decreasing oxidation stress, and improving vascular function and blood lipid profile.
2. Mix together butter or coconut oil with granola, rolled oats and nuts. Spread mixture over fruit. Bake for 45 minutes to one hour. Serve with a generous scoop of ice cream and sliced strawberry garnish. if anyone asks, you are working on eating healthy!
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1/4 cup rolled oats
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1/2 cup chopped pecans/walnuts/slivered almonds
Instructions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees
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Ingredients: 4 cups diced fresh rhubarb (4-5 stalks) 4 cups strawberries (hulled and halved) 1 1/2 tsp grated orange zest 1 1/2 tsp stevia or 1 tbsp honey/maple sugar
Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble
1. Let cornstarch dissolve in fruit juice, stir in zest and sweetener and spoon over fresh fruit in baking dish.
1/2 cup granola
1 stick softened unsalted butter or 3 1/2 tbsp coconut oil
1/2 cup cranberry or pomegranate juice
1 cup flour
1 tbsp cornstarch
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Vanilla or Strawberry ice cream for serving along with sliced strawberry to garnish.
KENTUCKY CERTIFICATE OF IMMUNIZATION
PREVENTATIVE HEALTH CARE EXAM
INITIAL ENTRY INTO SCHOOL (Kindergarten-Grade 12)
All children are required to have a valid up-to-date immunization certificate upon enrollment in school. This should be on file within two weeks of the child’s attendance.
Even though it’s summer and really the last think you want to think about is returning to school, it is never to early to check your back-to-school to do list. Do you know what records your local school district requires for your child? Don’t worry check this out!
EYE EXAM
Don’t let Kid's Checkups Sneak up on you!
3 And 4 years Old
KENTUCKY CERTIFICATE OF IMMUNIZATION
Each child first entering a Kentucky public school must present a Kentucky Preventative Health Care Examination Form. This can be completed up to a year prior to entry.
Parents must present proof of a vision examination by an optometrist or ophthalmologist. This evidence shall be submitted to the school by January 1 of the first year that a chi8ld ages 3,4,5 or 6 is enrolled in public school, public preschool or Head Start Program.
2 Dose series of HepA (Age 12 months through 18 Quadrivalentyears)
AGE-SPECIFIC IMMUNIATION AND BOOSTER DOSE REQUIREMENT
Children are required to present a valid up-to-date immunization certificate upon enrollment in school. This should be on file within two weeks of the child’s attendance.
meningococcal vaccine (Age 16 years MenACWY booster)
th GRADE
PREVENTATIVE EXAMINATION
6 REQUIREMENTS
Every child first entering a Kentucky public school must present a Kentucky Preventative Health Care Examination Form. This exam may be completed up to one year prior to entry.
A second exam is required within one year prior to entry of Grade 6. KENTUCKY CERTIFICATE OF IMMUNIZATION
All children are required to show proof of a dental screening or exam by a dentist, dental hygienist, physician, registered nurse, nurse practitioner or physician assistant. This needs to be presented by January 1 of the first year that a child aged 5 or 6 is enrolled in public school.
PREVENTATIVE HEALTH CARE EXAMINATION
DENTAL EXAM/SCREENING
A valid up-to-date immunization certificate with the mandated Tdap booster, one dose of Meningococcal, second dose of Varicella vaccine needs to be on file at the school for enrollment. For more information contact (270) 338-2871 or go to muhlenberg.kyschools.us
EYE EXAM Proof of a vision exam by an optometrist or ophthalmologist. This shall be submitted no later than January 1 of the first-year ages 3,4,5 or 6 is enrolled in public, public preschool or Heat Start.
As a parent it’s important to understand that when our child is “flipping their lid,” they are reacting and expressing emotion the way their brain says is correct at that moment, even though as an adult it seems irrational. It’s even more important to understand how to properly respond to your child’s reactions and emotions. I sat down with Dr. Weston Crafton, a Tennessee licensed family and marriage therapist and Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy to learn how to better respond to our child when they are experiencing big Casey:emotions.Whatdo you tell parents in situations like I mentioned above — with the nuclear meltdown on isle 5? We’ve all seen it, a child completely “flipping their lid” in public, and as a parent, there’s a good chance that it’s happened at home too. As a parent it’s one of our worst fears; you’re at the grocery store, they ask for a candy bar or a toy, the answer is “no,” and you see the meltdown coming. Before you can respond it’s too late. FULL NUCLEAR MELTDOWN ON ISLE 5! Now you’re feeling completely embarrassed as your kid is screaming and crying…you try to calm them…it only gets worse. Then you find yourself telling them what your parents told you, “If you don’t stop, I’ll really give you something to cry about” ...and you guessed it, that didn’t work either. At this point you’re upset; they’re upset and you’re thinking to yourself “I just don’t understand why they always act this way” or “It’s really nothing to get this worked up about.” But to a child it’s not as simple as rationalizing their emotions and how to express them.
Big EMOTIONS
telling the downstairs how to react.
In a fully developed, healthy adult brain, they work together to establish the reaction and emotional response that takes place. But in the brain of children, this isn’t always the case. Why, you may ask, well the Prefrontal Cortex doesn’t fully develop until age 25-27.
There’s a scientific explanation why we “flip our lids,” and especially why it happens so often in children.
It works with the Amygdala to create emotional balance, provide space between impulse and action, helps us understand others’ emotions, and regulates our fight or flight response. Because the Prefrontal Cortex isn’t fully developed in children, the way a child reacts or expresses emotion isn’t always rational.
As the Amygdala is signaling upstairs that there’s a situation that requires response, the Prefrontal Cortex is
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The human brain is made up of two parts that work together to control our reactions and emotional response, the Prefrontal Cortex, and the Amygdala. You can think of the Prefrontal Cortex as the “upstairs brain,” and the Amygdala as the “downstairs brain.”
By: Casey R. Davis
Dr. Crafton: I tell my clients to speak to their child’s amygdala—your child is in their fight, flight, or freeze response and so trying to reason with them isn’t going to work—and do not shame them for having emotions. We help tame the emotion by naming it, by saying something like “I can see that you are angry now because I told you no. It makes sense to me that you are angry. It is disappointing when we are told no, especially when we want something so badly. How about we come up with something else we can say yes to?” This is acknowledging your child’s emotions, validating them by normalizing their experience, and then redirecting them toward a sense of autonomy by giving them a choice of a few options you could say yes to. Ultimately your goal is to communicate to the child they are seen, heard, and acknowledged. Even if the answer remains a no. For the child, they may not like the answer but at least they will feel safe and secure knowing their secure base remains in you as their parent. It’s important to speak with your child before you begin trying these techniques. Take time to explain that you are going to try your best to better respond when they are experiencing big emotions. Take time to talk about the emotions you feel when they are upset, and more importantly about the emotions they feel. Speak openly with your child about how responding to big emotions is something you can work through together; and although you both may fail with responses and reactions at times, you will continue to work through them together. Like everything in life, practice makes perfect...even when dealing with big emotions. Casey Davis is a wife, mom, writer and radio host with a passion for bringing awareness to mental health.
Casey: What is the best way to do that, after we put our oxygen mask on?
There is a saying from Dr. Dan Siegel which goes “name it to tame it”. If we will name our own emotions and be a witness to what is occurring within our mind and body, then we can help our child feel safe and secure.
Dr. Crafton: Well, first I would say go easy on yourself. We’ve all been there. Next, I would say that before we can help others, we have to put our oxygen mask on first. This means we have to recognize what we are feeling in our own bodies and what we are thinking.
Heat oven to 350 or 325 for dark or glass pans. Grease and flour a 9x13 pan. Mix brown sugar, cinnamon and pecans and set aside. Beat cake mix, oil, eggs and sour cream for 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally, Spread half the batter in pan, sprinkle brown sugar mix over batter and spread remaining batter evenly over the brown sugar pecan mixture. Bake for 45-50 minutes until deep golden brown. Mix powdered sugar, milk and vanilla until thin enough to spread, adding more milk if needed. Prick the surface of the cake with a fork and spread powdered sugar mixture over the cake .
I am excited to be in the first edition of Muhlenberg County Life magazine! I grew up in Graham and graduated there in 1976. I have lived from Kentucky to Florida and come full circle back to my Muhlenberg County roots. After working as kitchen manager for restaurants in Florida and Orange Beach Alabama, I went to the river as a towboat cook. Thirteen years later I don’t consider it a job, but a paid hobby. Towboaters are often referred to as “River Rats” thus the title of this column. I will be sharing recipes that are favorites of my crews and family. Until next time, fair winds and following seas to all.
INGREDIENTS:
1 yellow cake mix
1/3 cup chopped pecans (optional)
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 teaspoons cinnamon 1 cup powdered sugar
Enjoy!
Recipes from The River Rat Alisa Bolton Owens Honey Bun Cake
1 cup sour cream or plain yogurt
1 cup packed brown sugar
2/3 cup vegetable oil 4 eggs
1 tablespoon milk (I use flavored liquid coffee creamer, usually French Vanilla)
Tea Party in Greenville
his summer marks the 157 years since Alice in Wonderland was first published. As most people over the age of 10 are aware, the tea party scene is the most beloved in literary history. The modern European tea party began about 20 years before the publication of Alice in Wonderland. There are scattered references to fashionable ladies drinking a cup of tea in the 17th century. Most sources trace the tradition back to the 1840’s when Anna Maria Russell, the Duchess of Bedford, a lifelong friend of Queen Victoria complained of a “sinking” feeling midafternoon. In that day most British people ate two main meals: a huge breakfast served early and 8 p.m. dinner. Thus, the Duchess began having a pot of tea and some light treats in her boudoir around 4 p.m. Tea consumption in Europe had increased dramatically in the early 19th century, especially after Europeans learned the secrets of tea cultivation and began establishing their own plantations, instead of relying on China. The idea of an afternoon tea-based snackfest caught on after Anna began inviting friends to meet her for a cuppa (as Brits now call it) and “a walk in the fields”. There was always fine China, hot tea, small sandwiches, and plenty of gossip. Once Queen Victoria attended some gatherings the tea party caught on like wildfire. There were tennis teas, croquet teas, garden teas, wedding teas teas of all sorts. Some rules to follow is always have smaller table sitting. If the group is too big at a table, less “gossiping” or sharing of information may happen! Just a few more rules or guidelines, after the fruit is passed, the servants should leave. More formal teas are served in the dining room.
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So now that you know the facts on attending a tea, call or message Gypsy Lady and bring some friends for a few hours of fun and maybe some valuable information.
Formal, general introductions are not needed, although the hostess may introduce two people if she thinks that one, or both, would value her doing so. Also, don’t wear your gloves if you are eating food.
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Heart to Heart
Inspirational thoughts from the heart of Rev. Rick Brownlee to our readers. When we were contemplating the layout of this magazine, we knew that we wanted an inspirational page to be included as part of its content. Recently moving here from Atlanta, it did not take us long to get a “feel” for the wonderful people who would be our neighbors. From the very beginning we encountered the kindness and goodness from everyone we met. Coming from a big city, we were not used to strangers speaking to you, saying hello and so eager to see if they could be of assistance. Within a few days of our moving, our neighbors came over and introduced themselves and gave us a “run-down” of the area. Having many doctors in Atlanta one of my concerns was finding doctors to replace them. Our neighbors took the time to discuss their knowledge and experience to give ne some direction on where to begin. Less than a week later we received and official invitation to visit their church. We moved just weeks before that eventful day when part of Muhlenberg County and the areas around it suffered a severe blow from tornadoes. Luckily, we were just north-east of where they hit and suffered no direct impact. We noticed that the people of the community and state didn’t just stand around to see what the government was going to do for them, but knuckled down and immediately dug in, not only to work on their properties but also helped their neighbors. People came from all over to lend a hand. They showed kindness and goodness to those affected. This kindness and goodness is what Jesus demonstrated everywhere He went. He served others constantly. During His short 3 year ministry He healed the sick, raised the dead, cast out demons, fed people, washed the feet of others and taught those who would serve as the foundation of the Christian faith. No one deserved His kindness and they didn’t have to work for it in order to receive it. As He stated, “freely I give.” In the Bible, Galatians 5:22-23 lists some fruits of the Holy Spirit, things we receive when we ask Jesus to come into our lives. Since we are filled and then sealed by the Holy Spirit, we all have these fruits. As Christians, we too, are to freely give these fruits. They are to be a part of our lives. Just as the tornado victims and the community freely shared these gifts, we too, are to show we are Christians by giving these fruits.
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Can You Really Tell?
I'mlong!admitting to cheating and planting fake flowers outside in certain places. Yes, outdoor artificial landscaping is my new jam. No, I don’t use fade resistant flowers everywhere (I truly do love my real flowers) but using UV silk flowers in certain places is making my life easier. I challenge you to notice the difference!
A CALL for APPOINTMENT!
s much as I love gardening in my containers every year, there are a few flower pots that I’ve had it with! Some of my container planters just hate whatever I put in there. Maybe it’s the lack of water or the full sun or the black planters but flowers continually shrivel and die. I’m tired of redoing these planters all summer
Fake Flowers
One tip is to mix the flowers in a very organic style. This is not the time for perfect arrangements. You want these plants to look natural. Silk flowers are an easy DIY solution as long as you make it look like the earth grew them!
2. A Light Seasoning: Before storing, drop a half teaspoon of oil inside the warm pan. With a paper towel, run a thin coat around the base and sides. Use another paper towel to remove the excess.
4 Rust: Do not fear the presence of rust. Scrub the pan under the flow of water and then begin the seasoning process. Do not give up. You may need to season again!
3. Seasoning: Whether the pan is new, old, or frequently used, a castiron pan should never be considered hopeless. To rejuvenate or merely to maintain its longevity, the process of seasoning is essential. With a thin layer of vegetable oil coated over the entire surface of the pan, place it upside down in the oven at a temperature of 350-degrees for an hour. (It is wise to put a large cookie sheet underneath to catch the drips.) Once the pan has cooled, coat the inside with a small amount of oil, and store.
Constructed from natural materials, cast-iron it is not made in a laboratory or from chemicals. In removing contaminants, the remaining liquid is poured into a mold. Damage will not occur if it is dropped or scratched. The only means to end its purpose is through the threat of soap, and discontinued care, which will result in rust. Yes, cast-iron can be dangerous if not adequately cleaned and seasoned, or if the owner abandons its rules. One solution to ensure you do not miss out on one of the most durable and everlasting types of cookware is to invest in a cast-iron pan with enamel coating. There are some rules.. Unlike stainless steel, porcelain, Calphalon, Teflon, and glass, cast-iron will endure time. Initially, it can be a high maintenance relationship.
5. Storing: With the effort of proper drying and seasoning, the next rule to follow is storing. Paper towels are an excellent tool to prevent scratching and moisture from turning into rust. Pans should always be open to the air and never covered by a Inlid.considering its long history, the cast-iron skillet was a valuable item among pioneers, cowboys, and families. Imagine cooking from an open fire, whether outdoors or from fireplace, eggs and bacon, a broth-based stew, peach cobbler, or coffee. Today, this versatility can come in handy during power outages, camping opportunities, or day-to-day cooking. Not only are the recipes diverse to handle a delicate souffle, but cast-iron also is able to appease any request from cinnamon rolls and pancakes, baked ham and Swiss sliders to a chicken pot pie. While previously the skillet, kettle, and pan were the only options available, today, cast-iron can find the reversible grill and griddle, a waffle maker, multiple sized Dutch ovens, griddles, and pans.
Strong and will last a Lifetime the Love of Cast Iron
Generations of families have considered the cast-iron pan, kettle, or skillet a staple of their households. Versatility allows it to go beyond the range top and oven into a campfire or fireplace; therefore, owners do not worry about using it in high temperatures. It only needs care, frequent seasoning, and proper storage. Get Rid of Negatives
1 Washing: It is a believe that soap and water is the only combination to wash away grease and dirt. For a pan transformed through the process of seasoning, soap will strip away and alter its surface. Cast-iron has simple, yet specific requirements. After the pan has reached a temperature of warmth, take it to the sink and scrub with chainmail or a stiff brush while water is running. Immediately dry thoroughly by placing the pan on a burner for two minutes.
In addition to the weight of the pan, a second concern is a fear cast-iron will transfer deposits of iron directly onto the food. Uncertain of this statement many believed it was better to be safe than sorry.
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From the Publisher
The main things to remember in starting small and taking baby steps are: Don’t be afraid to start small. Everything big that you see around you started small – a tree started from a seed, a building started from one brick – brick after brick, wood after wood and a house was built. So, the only way I knew how to meet people, learn about the community was get out in it. Think about the timing of all this. People who had lived in Greenville, Central City or anywhere in Muhlenberg County where just starting to take baby steps and get out from behind the COVID wall. Everyone was still wearing mask!! Those masks had changed our life. Since so many were working from home, we suddenly had new work clothes, the makeup-less days, ponytails and we liked it! We also discovered the good 'ole days. Many pulled grills out, sat with the 6-foot distance ruling and enjoyed your neighbors again! Now that life is returning, events are being planned, people are going out to eat, sending kids to school, going to church, the fair, wearing makeup, all the good 'ole days. Thus, the beginning of Muhlenberg Life. Muhlenberg Life is a lifestyle publication created specifically for the communities and people of Muhlenberg County, Kentucky. Published bi-monthly, each issue is filled with local news, restaurant reviews, recommendations, people in the spotlight, coupons, and information regarding local businesses, prizes to win and fun things to do. Thank you for your interest! We welcome your and suggestions, regarding advertising opportunities, and feedback our publication. of all I want to thank this first group of advertisers and content developers. We are out of the gate and running and we look forward to you trotting along. Look for the All About Us pages that will introduce you our readers to our staff.
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