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about the cover A Teacher’s Influence By Brittany Kirkland
“The task of the modern educator is not to cut down jungles, but to irrigate deserts.” – C.S. Lewis
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s summer’s end approaches and Office Max and Walmart stores across the state staff up for the impending school shopping rush, I think it is only appropriate that we head into the school year by shedding some much needed light on Angela Barnett, Paulding County’s 2016 Teacher of the Year. As a Michigan native, Angela spent much of her childhood in South Carolina. Twenty eight years ago, she made the trek across the Georgia state line and decided to make Paulding County her new home. Angela’s husband, Billy Barnett, has been an electrician for 29 years, and the two will have been married for 25 years by the time December rolls around. Angela and Billy met through a mutual friend and instantly became friends. On their first date, Billy declared to Angela that he was going to convince her to marry him. Sure enough, the two lovebirds tied the knot three lovely months later. The couple have two daughters, Mackenzie, 15, who is on East Paulding High’s varsity soccer team, and Becca, 22, who is a Paulding High graduate with a love for soccer as well.
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Her own childhood experiences were what led her down the noble path of teaching. With her family’s move to South Carolina, Angela experienced gaps in her learning, and something she had once loved gradually became a fear. Angela explained that, “to put it mildly, math, a subject [she] normally excelled in, [she] now hated!”
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Her personal story revealed to her what it may be like for other students who deal with frustration in the classroom as well. Angela shared that her experience molded her into the teacher she is today and that, “[she] wants to be the teacher that [she] needed!” Angela has an amazing circle of people who have believed in and encouraged her to go for the goal and surpass expectations. In addition, her faith in God has been the driving force behind her passion to help every single student in her classroom. Angela believes wholeheartedly that, “teaching is a gift from God,” and certainly one of her duties in this lifetime. Read more about our cover on page 27
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PAULDING COUNTY YOUTH FOOTBALL & CHEER PROGRAMS The Paulding Fall Classic: Youth Football and Cheer Event August 20, 2016; 8am at East Paulding High School
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he 2nd Annual Paulding Fall Classic is a youth football and cheer event held to showcase local Paulding youth. This year’s event will take place at EPHS on August 20th and will feature kids from ages 3 to 12. Participants include East Paulding Youth Raiders, South Paulding Spartans, New Hope Patriots, Hiram Youth Hornets and North Paulding Wolfpack. They will play jamboree style games in an effort to bring our entire county together for fun games and fellowship bundled with local vendors and attractions. The cost is 5$ per adult; kids under 10 are free. The 5th quarter party will take place that evening at Stars and Strikes. Kids wearing their team’s jersey or cheer outfit will receive a $10 game card. East Paulding Youth Football and Cheer: When the East Paulding program was terminated by a local park, it left a void. A new program was stood up with the vision to complete the county landscape for youth sports that fed into the local High Schools. The long term goal for EP is to help shape the vision for our young people. To help them see things differently, build new friendships that last a lifetime and ultimately transform the future of our young people. That’s our mission and culture, and the shared goal for every parent, coach and participant of the Raider family. eastpauldingyouthfootball.com. Hiram Youth Hornets is the newest youth program under the high school. This will be our second season under the direction of Head Varsity Coach Chris Brown and Brannon Presnell. We look to continue to grow this program and make it stronger and better each year with Coach Johnson leading our coaches to teach these young kids North Paulding Youth Football and Cheerleading begins their 6th season and is the feeder team aligned with the North Paulding High School football program and the Touchdown Club. They provide experience in team sports, greater athleticism, and advancing football skills for each athlete; and is headed by President Kyle Anderson. North Paulding youth cheerleading is one of the biggest cheerleading programs in the league and is directed by Heather Sanders and Amy Barfield. They aim for excellence, encouragement, and advancing cheer skills in each of its cheerleaders. The had their inaugural All-Star squad last football season which allow cheerleaders the experience of tryouts, live performances at varsity games, and advancing more technical skills in the sport of cheer. *Photo credit - Miguel Brimmer at Baccab Studio. For event info email football@ eastpauldingyouthfootball.com
California Park offers youth ranging in age from 3 to 18 the opportunity to play Baseball, Softball, Track, Soccer, Football and Cheerleading, in a friendly, safe and family oriented environment. We have four baseball/softball fields and two football/soccer fields. California Park feeds into all the school programs and has served our community for 55 years; helping the kids who come through become responsible and productive adults. The real testament of our program is that we have former players who are now parents, grandparents and great-grandparents. We are always looking for new friends to join us. www.californiapark.org.
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5 Tips on How Parents Can Prepare Their Pre-Teens for Back-To-School Success By Joshua J. Soto
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s the school year begins, some parents may worry over their child starting the school year with a good start. Here are some tips on how to get them prepared:
1. Invite them to talk.
Managing your workload and the household can result in parent’s overlooking their pre-teen’s feelings of anxiousness with difficult social situations at school. Pre-teens can find themselves feeling stressed out about understanding their homework, and building and maintaining friendships. Ask your pre-teen if there’s anything about going back to school they are worried about. This lets them know you’re interested and willing to make the time to listen.
2. Empathize & look for positives.
Being a pre-teen can be challenging when you’re experiencing changes with physical growth, school, and their social life. Change can be both exciting and difficult for them learning in the classroom and building relationships in their peer group. When you acknowledge what your pre-teen is sharing about school and their peer group, you are also letting them know you’re aware of what they’re going through, and you will always be there for them along the way as they need you. While it’s normal to have some level of anxiety about starting school, it’s important to point out that things may not always be as bad as they make them out to be. It is important to teach resilience by encouraging your pre-teen to face their fears rather than avoid them. Ask them if there’s anything they liked about school last year, and how that can be a part of them starting a new year at school.
3. Start a routine for success.
Summer vacation often gives way to both pre-teens and teens developing the bad habit of going to sleep later than usual. Some parents don’t mind, but the drawback is that it’s hard getting them back into a good routine. A lack of sleep is often a major factor in how well people deal with stress, and this is never more true than with the developing mind of adolescents. Starting a regular routine of going to sleep before the first week of school can soften the blow of them having to wake up early. As much as your pre-teen may insist they can do it on their own (it’s not always the case), helping them organize where they keep things like their backpack, binder, and lunch money - can help make the morning go a little smoother.
4. Check in (and follow up) with the teacher.
During the first week of school introduce yourself to your pre-teen’s teacher. This helps to establish a connection with them that lets them know you’re open to and invested in your child’s academic success. Don’t wait until parent-teacher conference to check in and see how things are going. If you have a parent portal through the school, then you can view your child’s grades and attendance, or communicate with teachers by e-mail if that’s the preferred way to communicate. The homeroom teacher can be an important ally and advocate for your child’s education, and with informing you about anything that comes up before it becomes a serious problem.
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Dallas Farmer’s Market Saturdays (Now – December) 8am - 1pm; Weather Permitting 25 Courthouse Square, in the Georgia Highlands Parking lot formerly the old Courthouse annex in Dallas! http://tdfm.org.
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Paulding Chamber - Georgia Power Luncheon-Paulding Senior Center August 4; Thursday 11am - 1pm Speaker: Katherine Moore Georgia Conservancy; ($20/mem, $25/non-mem prepaid; $5 more at door.) Register at pauldingchamber.org or call 770-4456016.
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Tribute Concert of Eagles and Alabama presented by Georgia Players Guild August 5; Friday 7:30pm at the Dallas Theater The show will feature hits throughout each band’s career. Tickets $22/Orchestra or $20/Balcony. Purchase at the theaters Box Office 678-363-0813 or online at http:// www.dallastheater-civiccenter.com/tickets.html Wilburn and Wilburn Concert at the Dallas Theater August 6; Saturday 6pm Southern gospel duo Wilburn and Wilburn perform live with Dallas’s own Steadfast Quartet. Tickets $20. For more info and tickets visit www.hiramfirstumc.org. All proceeds benefit the Hiram First UMC children and youth ministries. Eastside Nature and History Hike Sweetwater State Park, Lithia Springs August 6; Saturday 9am – 11:30am This “Hidden Gem” hike will be to a little-known, beautiful area on the east side of the park. This 2.5 mile hike is rated moderate. Sturdy, closed toe shoes are required. Meet at the Visitor’s Center. $8 plus $5 parking. For info call 770-732-5871. Boots, Chaps and Cowboy Hats presented by Ragsdale Heating and Air August 12; Friday 6:30pm – 10pm at The Town of Ynot Tickets are $75.00/person; include a steak dinner, two drinks, a chance to win one of three $1,000 prizes, entertainment and fun. Register at pauldingchamber.org or call 770-445-6016. Concerts in the Park presented by Paulding County Parks and Recreation August 13; Saturday 8pm – 10pm at Veterans Park Sons of Sailors will be performing great saltwater, Jimmy Buffet songs. Admission is free and refreshments are available. No alcohol. Veterans Park is at 240 Constitution Blvd., Dallas. For more info call the Recreation office at 770-445-8065 Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic at Kritters Country Club* August 13; 2nd Saturday of the month Kritters Country Club is located at 7377 W. Strickland Street in Douglasville. Call 770489-7500 for hours and more information. Dallas Food Truck Friday with LIVE Concert by Reckless Dawn August 19; Friday 6pm – 9pm on Main Street Dallas* Delicious BBQ, American, Italian, Mexican and more. Plus funnel cakes and other sweets. Live Music, Games, and Face painting! www.dallasgeorgiama.com ZOOTOPIA - Outdoor Movie at Veterans Park August 20; Saturday 7pm FREE movie on a giant 45 Food Screen! Fun for the family. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. Concessions Available. No Alcohol Allowed. For info call 770-445-8065 Paulding County Fall Classic – Youth Football and Cheer August 20; Saturday 8am at East Paulding High School Fun pre-season scrimmage between the 5 represented high school feeder youth football & cheer programs. $5.00 per person. EPHS is located at 3320 E Paulding Dr, Dallas. https://www.facebook.com/pauldingcountyfallclassic Fall Vegetable Gardening Organically with Patti Cook, Spreading Oaks Farm August 25; Thursday, 6:30 pm, Paulding County Extension Office Learn Fall Vegetable Gardening tips and tricks from expert Patti Cook. FREE program; space is limited. To reserve call the office at 770-443-7616 or email uge2223@uga.edu Events continued on pg 24
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Building Confidence: Be a Rebel during Questionable Times
By Beth Tabak
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ear and insecurities are paralyzing. To be unlimited, go against the norm. Build strength and confidence in you. Control what you have control over... your thoughts, choices, and actions. Here are 10 tips to build confidence, stay in high energy, and stand strong.
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tude from a much deeper place. Stay in faith. Get out of your head into a more soulful place where you connect with feelings, intuition, and follow your gut instinct.
1) Identify and Leverage Your Assets. We each have a unique customized set of natural abilities waiting to be fully developed, poured out, and used in full to the benefit of others. They often show up as an ongoing inkling or burning desire watered down by apprehensive thoughts (ego). Develop assets that cannot be diminished: Strengths - natural abilities you might feel are no big deal... but others think are pretty special Passions - what you would do if time and money were not an issue Skills - what you have learned and developed from past work and experience Knowledge - gained from information, experience, or others, and lastly Values - you cannot imagine life without it; what you stand for (i.e. honesty, humor, adventure, compassion, etc.) 2) Trust- Know that you can handle anything. Experiences bring value that can improve the world. Hold a positive atti-
7) Focus on Your Service to Others. When focused on what you do for others you don’t have time to feel sorry for yourself. You get out of fear and paralysis and are drawn to action. Right now write down 10 ways you know you can help others through the work you do. 8) Set boundaries. Say ‘no’ to people who hold you back or treat you bad, over spending, debt, tolerating stuff, excuses, negative self- talk, clutter, feeling low, etc. Say ‘yes’ to healthy relationships, feeling good and healthy, being authentic, getting rid of clutter and repairs, and having reserves of assets.
3) Be a Rebel. Go against the norm. Open your eyes, ears, and mind to choices and possibilities instead of following the leader. Listen. Be creative. Think outside the box. Look at your situation from a new perspective as if you are on the outside looking in or a different person. 4) Stay Present. Fear is the perception of a possible future event. So if you become an expert at keeping your mind here and now, you will not be in fear. The more you stay present the more you notice the opportunities, choices, and people available to you.
9) Be in Action. Take new actions for new results. Choose those that allow you to hold your head high. In action you are likely to talk to more people and build relationships. You gain access to resources, opportunities, and information. You discern what you like and dislike so your passion finds YOU!
5) Shift How You Feel through Great Body Talk. Stand and sit up straight with confidence, walk with enthusiasm, hold your head up, dress in a way that makes you feel great, shake hands firmly, and smile often. You will feel great and others will, too.
10) Stay authentic. Be true to you! In uncertain times go against the norm. Keep your eyes, ears, and mind open to the opportunities and choices surrounding you. Get creative. Take new actions. Be courageous. Adjust. Trust. Know that you can make this a positive experience. Stay in the light.
6) Build a Support Network. Choose connections that are on your side. They get who you are, support who you are becoming, and encourage you. Hang in environments
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any water conservation-minded homeowners are turning to greywater recycling to reduce water bills and preserve the environment.
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Greywater - also called gray water - is all the water that goes down the drain from bathroom sinks, showers, tubs and washing machines. While you wouldn’t want to drink it because it contains traces of dirt, hair and household cleaning products, greywater is safe to use for outdoor irrigation. By rerouting greywater outdoors, you can keep your lawn green and your vegetables growing without increasing your water bill.
“Homeowners who begin recycling greywater now could be well ahead of the curve if and when their states begin requiring water conservation measures,” Peterson says. “Meanwhile, they’ll decrease their water and sewer costs by irrigating with recycled water, rather than fresh.”
“We’re seeing increasing demand for products that facilitate greywater recycling,” says Chris Peterson with Saniflo. The company specializes in above-floor plumbing, including greywater pumping systems and macerating toilet systems for residential and light-commercial applications. “Homeowners are realizing that recycling greywater is an effective way to lower their water bills, meet outdoor water needs and do something good for the environment.” The states are concerned about water consumption. A 2014 study by the U.S. Government Accountability Office found 40 out of 50 state water managers expect shortages in at least part of their states within the next 10 years. States have begun taking a number of steps to improve how they manage water, the GAO said, including enacting conservation measures and creating drought preparedness plans. In some states, homeowners and businesses that recycle greywater are being offered rebates
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from kitchen sinks, greywater is typically considered the water that comes from showers, bathroom sinks, dishwashers and clothes washers. Water from toilets is not greywater. l Experts estimate about 40 to 50 percent of the waste water generated by the typical American home qualifies as greywater and could be recycled. l Not all greywater is the same. The water from bathtubs, showers and bathroom sinks is relatively cleaner than the water from kitchen sinks, clothes washers and dishwashers, which may contain food scraps and cleaning products. It’s important to choose a greywater filter and pump system that’s made to handle the type of greywater produced by the utility you’re connecting it to.
Greywater recycling systems can be installed in homes under construction or existing homes undergoing renovation. In fact, says Peterson, many Saniflo customers who add greywater systems to their homes do so as part of a kitchen or bathroom renovation. “The compact size of our Saniswift pump makes it easy to tuck away inside a cabinet for a kitchen or bathroom sink, a clothes or dishwasher, shower, laundry or bar sink. Like all Saniflo products, you don’t have to open the floor or break concrete to plumb the Saniswift, so it can go virtually anywhere.”
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finance Contributed by Roberto De Jesus of Edward Jones Investments, Dallas/Acworth
Act Today to Avoid Financial Regrets Tomorrow
“Regrets? I’ve had a few.” – Frank Sinatra
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r. Sinatra, one of the most famous entertainers of the 20th century, did things his way, but he was also familiar with remorse. He’s not alone, of course. We all deal with regrets – and financial ones are among the most troublesome.
Here are the leading financial regrets, according to a recent survey by Bankrate_tmp_ url_4_.com, along with some suggestions for avoiding them: • Not saving for retirement early enough – This was the top regret expressed by survey respondents. Saving and investing early for retirement offers you two key benefits. First, the more time you give growth-oriented investments, the greater their growth potential. And second, by saving and investing for retirement early in your career, you will likely need to put away less money each year than you would if you waited until, say, your 40s or 50s. So, if you aren’t already doing so, contribute as much as you can afford to your IRA and your 401(k) or similar employer-sponsored plan. And increase your contributions every time your salary rises. • Not saving enough for emergency expenses – You can’t plan for all expenses. Your furnace might die, your car may need a major repair, you may incur a sizable doctor’s bill – the list goes on and on. If you don’t have the money available to meet these costs, you might be forced to dip into your long-term investments. That’s why it’s important to maintain an emergency fund, containing three to six months’ worth of living expenses, in a liquid, low-risk account. • Taking on too much credit card debt – If you don’t overuse your credit cards, they can be handy and helpful, in many ways. Try to keep a lid on your credit card debt, keeping in mind that your debt payments reduce the amount of money you have available to invest for your long-term goals, such as a comfortable retirement. • Not saving enough for children’s education - This may be perhaps the most difficult regret to address – after all, it’s not easy to save for your own retirement and simultaneously put money away for your children’s college educations. However, if you can afford to save for college, try to do so in as advantageous a manner as possible. • Buying a bigger house than you can afford – If you tie up too much money in mortgage payments, you will have less to contribute to your various retirement accounts. And while home equity certainly has some value, it generally does not provide you with the same liquidity – and probably not the same potential for growth and income – as an investment portfolio that’s appropriate for your needs and risk tolerance. So, think carefully before purchasing that big house – you might be better served by scaling down your home ownership and ramping up your investments. You can’t avoid all the doubts and misgivings you’ll encounter at various stages of your life. But if you can reduce those regrets associated with your finances, you could well increase your satisfaction during your retirement years. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.
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You and Your Braces
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y visiting an orthodontist you will have already taken a very important step towards attaining a healthier and more beautiful appearance but you must be wondering what will follow after your appointment. Normally, people who have braces installed have the first week as the most difficult period of them all; however, that will be a short time after which you will become fully comfortable.
won’t really cause any serious harm apart from just being inconveniencing; should this happen to you, all that you need to do is to visit your orthodontist and they will be able to bring the bracket back to where it ought to be.
and rolling it into a ball using your hands. You will need to dry the meal braces using a cotton swab before you can warp the wax around that sharp spot in order to create a cushion.
Caution with hard foods: You want to make sure that you don’t bite on hard items such as brittle, ice and other candies and completely avoid using your teeth to open any kind of packages; these are some of the habits that cause braces to easily pop away. It doesn’t matter whether you are dealing with something as innocently looking as French bread or popcorn, you just must avoid eating any hard food or when you must ensure that you cut them up into small pieces.
The first week: The first day will perhaps be the hardest of them all because your braces are going to feel extremely odd in your mouth and it will be a while before you get used to them; by the second day there usually is some feeling of soreness or even some pain. If by any chance you are going to experience some pain, you can expect that to take place during the second or third day; you can deal with a great deal of this pain using some over-the-counter medication. Sore spots: Your tongue and cheeks will also take a little time to get used to the new braces the same way the teeth will do; there are people that develop sore spots where the soft tissue comes into contact with that harsh metal on your braces. You can easily avoid this problem and allow your mouth to heal by asking your orthodontist to give you some orthodontic wax to cover the metal spots; you only need to break off a small piece
Floss: It may be painful to floss around you braces buy you can be sure that he consequences of not doing that will be susceptibility to gum disease and a host of other dental problems that you are better off avoiding. As your orthodontist about floss threaders that normally make the chore easier; all that you need is a few minutes of flossing daily and you will stay away from dental problems that could easily cause your braces to come off.
Breakages: There is some special orthodontic glue that holds the braces in place. However, every once in a while it is possible for some part of the braces to become loose from the tooth’s surface. Just take note that this
This article written by Richard Conrad, and contributed by Dr. Theodore R. Harless, DDS of Harless Orthodontics. For a FREE consultation for call their office at 770-222-3244.
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a fitness program for those with arthritis are to maintain range of motion and flexibility around affected joints, increase general muscle strength and endurance, and increase aerobic conditioning to lower other risks that are associated with having a sedentary lifestyle. To achieve these three goals, you need an exercise program with three components: flexibility, strengthening and cardiovascular.
The final component of a well-rounded fitness program is cardiovascular exercise. Cardiovascular exercises, often referred to as aerobic exercises, include any physical activity that brings your heart rate up to your optimal target level for at least 20-30 minutes. Some examples of cardiovascular activities include walking, dancing, swimming and biking. Turn these exercises into activities you enjoy such as walking your dog or biking with a friend, including them into your fitness routine three to four times a week.
Although they sound simple, flexibility exercises are the most important. These exercises involve gentle stretching and should be done daily to prevent stiffness. Such stretching routines will help protect your joints by reducing the risk of injury, loosening up your body when preparing for more strenuous exercise, and helping to release tension from your body.
So make no mistake, if you have arthritis, you can still enjoy the benefits of a regular exercise program. However, remember you should always discuss your fitness plans and goals with your doctor before starting. There may be certain activities that are off-limits because they could cause further joint damage, especially during a flare. So before you start, consult your physician to see which exercises are appropriate for you. Your doctor or physical therapist may also be able to suggest additional activities that are optimized for your unique needs. But now that you know the three main components to a moderate fitness plan, don’t wait! Ask your doctor how you can begin to work an exercise program into your daily routine.
e all know the many benefits of regular exercise; it helps one sleep better, helps control weight, reduces stress and generally lifts spirits. But for many years, it was thought that a person with arthritis should avoid exercise because it would damage the joints. Good News! That’s not true. Research has shown that physical activity is critical in managing arthritis. Regular physical activity reduces joint pain and stiffness, builds strong muscle around the joints, and increases flexibility and endurance. If you have arthritis, you know how important it is to maintain joint flexibility and muscle and bone strength. In fact, joint flexibility and stronger muscles may mean the difference in being able to do daily tasks such as buttoning a shirt, or folding the laundry. Committing yourself to a moderate exercise program is absolutely essential for healthy joints. After all, moving your joints daily is what helps to keep them fully mobile. An exercise program doesn’t have to be just for marathon runners and body-builders; it can include anything from simply walking around the block, to taking a yoga class, or playing a round of golf. The three main goals of
The next component of a moderate exercise program should promote muscle strengthening. When you have arthritis, it’s more important than ever to have strong muscles in order to lessen the stress on your joints. Building up your muscles helps them to act as shock absorbers and cushion your joints. The best way to strengthen muscles is to use weights or resistance machines to make muscles work harder and therefore, become stronger.
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As a teacher, Angela works to inspire children to be learners for life. Angela grasps a concept not many people get, and that is that she does not just have the ability to impact the lives of her students, but as a teacher, she also impacts the lives of her students’ families and community. She exclaimed that, “when we are motivated to make a positive change in those around us, build others up, [and] impact our communities, then we are truly purposeful and successful in our goals.” Her favorite subjects to teach are reading and social studies. She loves how books spark her students’ imagination and inspiration in addition to simply building intellect. Angela is also passionate about engaging students in social studies-driven activities and lessons that in return, produce informed citizens who become active participants in our society with the capability to think for themselves. Angela states that her favorite aspect of teaching is supporting students while in turn being able to witness their transformation into confident learners. With the school year drawing near, Angela is most looking forward to meeting her next group of fourth graders and learning from them as well. She is the type of teacher who understands being a teacher does not stop in the classroom, but it means her ‘teacher’ duties extend beyond her classroom door. From extracurricular activities to football games, Angela loves being a part of her kids’ lives. Her hope is that, “the learning experiences in [her] class will inspire them to want to continue learning for life, and never allow anything to hold them back from working for and realizing their dreams.” Angela’s family is very proud of her accomplishment. We asked Becca, Angela’s oldest daughter, how she felt about her mom winning Paulding County’s 2016 Teacher of the Year award, she shared, “I’m incredibly proud of my overachieving mom…[Mom] You truly have a gift and deserve this awesome recognition for your unwavering dedication. I’m so lucky to have such an amazing mom to look up to. I love you!” We congratulate Angela on being Paulding’s 2016 Teacher of the Year! It’s well deserved, and we wish her all the best with her new fourth grade class!
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Available for Adoption: I’m LOLA (DOB 05/11/2009), a four-paw declawed, purebred female Brown Mackerel Tabby and White Persian. I recently found myself in a local animal control facility, and that facility contacted Fancy Feline Rescue to take me into their adoption program. I was not a happy camper when I first made it to FFRS – after all, the world I had known for all of my 7 years was turned upside down. Well, I’ve settled in, learned to trust my caregivers at FFRS, and am now ready to find my new forever home. I enjoy having my head petted, and would love to learn to trust you so that I can provide you with years of love, loyalty and companionship. I am spayed, up-to-date with vaccines, negative for Feline FIV/FeLV, dewormed, microchipped, and will be eligible to receive 30 days of prepaid pet health insurance at the time of my adoption. My adoption fee is $300.00.
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***Fancy Feline Rescue of the South is in dire need of foster families and volunteers to help with cleaning, feeding, and socializing our cats at the Rescue Center to helping out at our weekend adoption events four times a month at the Kennesaw Petsmart. If you are willing to give of your time and your heart to help our kitties, please complete our online Volunteer Application at www.fancyfelinerescue. org/volapp.htm. The gratification of knowing you make a difference in the lives of these deserving cats is overwhelming.***
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What Do You Need To Know About Dog Aggression?
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ny dog, no matter how social, can get aggressive with another pet, resulting in a fight. It is normal for dogs or any kind of pet to misbehave at times, but this isn’t an indication they have an aggression issue. However, when your dog is frequently and unpredictably aggressive, then it is definitely a problem. Dog aggression can be a really frightening and harmful behavior issue that basically stems from frustration and dominance.
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1. Breed & Dog Aggression: This is a common misunderstanding that dog aggression comes from the breed. This isn’t true because any breed can cause trouble. The only difference is that the bigger breeds cause proportionally more damage than the small ones. This is why it is very important to recognize if the strong breed dogs are aggressive and unbalanced, since they can cause serious injuries. One thing you have to understand is that bad things happen when people want to have the stronger breed, but do not bother to fulfill the animal in the dog. Usually they focus on the looks or popularity, without thinking about the behavior of the dogs, which later becomes the recipe for disaster.
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2. Lack of Exercise & Dog Aggression: Another reason for a dog to be aggressive is the lack of adequate exercise, which burns the excess energy of your dog, helping to maintain a healthy state of mind. 3. Dog on Dog Aggression: This is the powerful negative association of your dog with other dogs. This behavior may have several reasons, for example your dog is afraid of other dogs and attacks them in defense. Other reasons for the aggression can be to guard their territory or resources etc. When your dog shows any kind of aggression, just understand that it is asking you to be its pack leader. A pack leader is an instinctual role that leads the pack and provides protection and direction. In return, the pack trust and depends on the leader for the proper behavior. You need to become a pack leader of your dogs and once you’ve earned their loyalty and respect, they will act according to your rules, boundaries and limitations. Their aggression will stop because with you as their calm assertive pack leader, they don’t need to be aggressive anymore. You’ve got to do this because you are needed to fulfill the nature of the dog. So if you are considering adopting a powerful breed, then first decide and make up your mind about taking this responsibility. Now the question is how can you become the pack leader? My recommendation is to take lessons from a professional dog trainer who will explain and teach you to be the leader your dogs want you to be. So if you have an aggressive dog, hire an experienced trainer to get rid of your dogs’ frightening and embarrassing behavior.
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what’s cookin’ 2016
Our Town’s Celebration of Food!
AUGUST
National Catfish Month!
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1. Full range 6. Distinguishes father from son 10. Boss of a shield 14. Archaic 15. “___ Brockovich” 16. It may be proper 17. When school begins, ___ 19. Getaway spots 20. 100 centavos 21. A pint, maybe 22. Understanding 24. Sun, e.g. 26. Cloak-and-dagger org. 27. Director’s cry 28. Room for down time 34. In-flight info, for short 35. Gag 36. Deep-six 38. International Monetary Fund 39. Bouquet 43. Stew ingredient 46. Fiddle stick 47. Play instruction 50. Trick taker, often 51. Consumes 52. “Fancy that!” 53. Fried vegetables 55. Schuss, e.g. 57. Bags 61. Exude 62. Should not be missed 65. Buck passers? 66. Beat badly 67. Arm 68. Building additions
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eoooowww!! Ok not that animal, but the fish with unique “barbels” that resemble cat’s whiskers. Catfish are a healthy, tasty, yet versatile fish that are being raised on “eco-friendly,” family owned farms all over the United States.
“Catfish month is a great opportunity to enjoy the many delicious preparations of our all-American fish,” says Roger Barlow, president of The Catfish Institute (TCI). “U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish is embraced across the country not only because of its healthfulness, quality and environmental friendliness, but also because it is 100-percent American-grown.”
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(Serves 4) 4 U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish Fillets 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 cup zucchini, diced 1/2 cup red onion, sliced 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 cup mixed Mediterranean olives, halved 1/2 cup grape tomatoes, halved 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped 1 tablespoon capers 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese, optional garnish
Preheat oven to 450° F. Heat oil in sauté pan over medium heat. When oil is hot, add zucchini, onion and garlic. Cook 5 minutes or until onions are translucent. Remove from heat. Stir in olives, tomatoes, basil and capers. Lightly brush catfish fillets with olive oil; season with salt and pepper. Place fillets into lightly oiled baking dish. Spoon equal amounts of vegetable mixture on top of each fillet. Bake 15 minutes or until fish flakes easily. Serve with crumbled feta cheese if desired.
Catfish Pinwheels
with Blue Cheese, Dried Cherries and Arugula Serves 7 wraps (40 pieces)
2 U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish Fillets, cooked and flaked 3 cups arugula 1 package “flat-out” wraps
Blue Cheese Spread
1 8-ounce cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup blue cheese 1/2 cup dried cherries 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper To make the Blue Cheese Spread: in the bowl combine cream cheese, blue cheese, dried cherries, salt and pepper. With an electric mixer, mix on high 3 minutes or until completely incorporated. Lay flat bread onto work surface. Spread a layer of Blue Cheese Spread across entire surface. Add layer of catfish, then top with thin layer of arugula. Starting at one end, tightly roll up flat bread. Repeat with remaining flat bread. Cover with plastic wrap and place in refrigerator for 5 minutes to chill before slicing. Slice into 1-inch pieces and place on serving tray. *See these recipes and many more at USCatfish.com.
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