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Paige Jackson Shines with Talent and Compassion for Others By Angela Rogalski When young people press toward the mark, both academically and personally, the results can be amazing. Paige Jackson is 15 years old, lives in Selmer, Tenn. and is a sophomore at McNairy Central High School. She loves to sing and dance and has a remarkable talent for both. While she's definitely young, her focus is clear and her determination is strong when it comes to the things that are important to her and her future. "I'm a member of our school's Women's Choir and we perform at different concerts as often as we can," Jackson said. "But I really became involved with AIM last summer, when we performed "Schoolhouse Rock," which was an adaptation of the Saturday morning singalong show. AIM stands for Arts in McNairy and is Selmer's art council. I really love the theatre and performing in musicals." Jackson is also involved with HOSA, which is an international student organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Health Science Education Division of ACTE. HOSA promotes career opportunities in the health care industry. Jackson's plans see JACKSON page 4

Paige Jackson

Eye of the Soapbox Derby Races By Nathan Weber

of sheer childhood exuberance at soapbox derby racing is still alive and Driving down a hill on a bustle of craft- well. ed two by four wood planks, the driver of The Lion's Clubs of a soapbox derby car feels the rustle of Booneville and Prentiss counties wind at his or her face while trying with sponsors the annual race in the tedious might to steer the car in the right community. Lion's Clubs have existdirection down the hill to the finish line. ed for over 100 years as a communiFor children and adults alike in the ty service organization helping those Booneville, Miss. community, that dream in need by primarily supplying vision and hearing care. Today, the Lion's club is Return Address: P.O. Box 1292 Corinth, MS 38835 regarded as the largest service POSTAL PATRON organization in the world with over 1.4

million members found in over 200 countries in 47,000 clubs worldwide. Tommy Ragan has been a member of the Booneville chapter for the previous 10 years. He was an integral part in bringing the Boonville soapbox derby to the community to serve as a fundraiser for the local chapter. "We build our soapbox cars out of the Boy Scout handbook," Ragan said. "We started these races in order to find cost effective methods of fundraising. We encourage people and businesses

in the community to help sponsor kids in order to get their vehicles in the competition. " The Lion's Club in Booneville has used the races as fundraising effort since 2009. Ragan raced soapbox derby cars as a kid and brought that expertise in help designing the courses and the chapter's first two cars. "I built soapbox cars as a kid, and we take skates apart to use as the wheels," Ragan said. "In our races, we have two 14 foot long, 4 foot high ramps. Sponsors help supply the drivers' materials built on two by fours of plywood. The races are not just for children, we also encourage adult leaders in the community to suit up for the race." see SOAPBOX page 4

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Let's face it -- millions of us have had difficulty with weight at some point in life. And many of us have tried one or more diets like South Beach, Atkins, Lemonade, Cabbage Soup Diet, and the Chocolate diet, just to name a few to shed some of those unwanted pounds. Nonetheless, it's evident that there is not a magical way to take off those unwanted pounds once you have packed them on. Magician David Blain has performed many magic tricks- sawing a woman in half, disappearing acts, and I've even seen him pull a rabbit out of a hat, but I've never seen him wave a magic wand to make unwanted pounds disappear. During his term as President of the U.S., Lyndon Johnson was thought to be a bit overweight. So, one day his wife challenged him with a blunt assertion, "You can't run the country if you can't run yourself." After Mrs. Johnson's declaration, the President lost 23 pounds. I've a fan of the television reality show, The Biggest Loser. The trainer from the show made me realize when it comes to losing

weight there is no magical diet or quick fix- it's a lifestyle change! According to The Biggest Loser trainers, Jillian and Bob, there are a few essentials to losing weight, and many of us understand what they are, but we just don't apply the principles. Along with knowing what foods to avoid and begin to focus on foods that will lead to a permanent weight loss, we have to realize that motivation and discipline are required to endure the battle of the bulge. Many of us never get off the couch, but physical activity is a key to any successful weight loss regimen. You have to move, move, move if you want to lose. If you are serious about winning the weight loss war, you will you're your friends, family and faith! "We exercise to develop our muscles, we read to develop our minds, and we pray to develop our spirit." After hearing this on The Biggest Loser, I realized just how over weight I was physically,

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time to go on a Diet

mentally, and spiritually and I vowed to get my whole life on a diet to help me rid myself of the things that have so easily overtaken me. As I stepped onto the physical scales to weigh my physical body, and onto the mental scales to weigh my spiritual mind, I realized I have to make some necessary changes to achieve a balance for my life. So, this month I would like to challenge you, the readers of The Community News Flash, to go on a twelve week diet or lifestyle change. What you do with your body sets the tone for everything else. Your physical health influences your mental, spiritual, and emotional health Will it be easy? Probably not! But with determination, it can happen. Everybody knew Ludwig van Beethoven as a musical genius, but few people knew the adversity he had to overcome to achieve greatness. In his twenties, Beethoven

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began to lose his hearing. Because he couldn't feel the music as he once had, on one occasion he said his fingers became "thick." His hearing problems haunted him into the middle years of his life, but he kept it a guarded secret. By the time he reached his fifties, Beethoven was completely deaf, but he refused to give up. He was once overheard shouting at the top of his voice, "I will take life by the throat!" Many of his biographers believe the only reason Beethoven remained productive for so long was because of his determination. In order for us to lose weight or make that lifestyle change, we

to must adopt the type of determination Beethoven had -- take life by the throat! During our new stance with life, we must realize that we cannot prod ourselves into thinking crazy assertions: • If no one sees you eat it, it has no calories. • If you drink a diet soda with a candy bar, they will cancel each other out. • Calories don't count if you eat with someone and you both eat the same amount. • Food taken for medicinal purposes does not count. This includes toast, hot chocolate, brandy and Sara Lee chocolate

Monthly Meditation Restore unto me the joy of your salvation and grant me a willing spirit, to sustain me. Psalms 51:12

cake. • If you fatten up everyone around you, you'll look thinner. • Snacks consumed at a movie do not count, as they are part of the entertainment. • Late-night snacks have no calories. If we are to win the Biggest Loser Challenge here on earth then we must change our physical diet just as Daniel was influenced by God to change his diet. And if we are to some day become the Biggest Winner in Heaven, we must modify our spiritual diet. Whoo! Whoo! Until Next Time! All Aboard!

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1. What singer was shut out of the Israelite camp for seven days when she was stricken with leprosy? 2. What five women demanded that Moses give them their deceased father's estate, though women had no property rights at the time? 3. What woman of Jericho was spared when Joshua's men took the city? 4. What unfortunate woman was gang raped, then cut into 12 pieces and sent to the tribes of Israel? 5. Who brought down Samson for the price of 1,100 pieces of silver from each of the Philistine chieftains? 6. At whose house did Peter confront maids who asked him if he was one of Jesus' disciples? 7. What famous Moabite woman was married to Chilion of Israel? 8. Who was the Kate Smith of the Hebrews? 9. What woman was suspected of drunkenness as she prayed in the sanctuary at Shiloh? 10. Who was David's first wife? 11. What young girl was brought in to warm the cold bones of old King David? 12. What name was borne by one of David's wives and one of his mothers-in-law? 13. Who was stricken with leprosy for speaking out against her brother? 14. What famous woman judge was married to the obscure man named Lapidoth? 15. What was Moses' mother's name? 16. What woman gave up her son to the household of an Egyptian but came to raise him in her own home anyway? 17. What Midianite woman was the daughter of a priest and the wife of a former Egyptian prince? 18. What woman of dubious character hid Israelite spies under piles of flax? 19. What woman from an idol-worshiping nation became an ancestor of Christ? 20. What barren woman begged the Lord for a son and later gave up her only son to live in the house of the priest Eli? 21. Who took great pains to make peace between David and her foolish and obnoxious husband?

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March Answers 1. Proverbs (Chapter 8) 2. Job's wife (Job 19:17) 3. Rome (Romans 16:13) 4. Abimelech (Judges 9:53) 5. Samson (Judges 16:1-3) 6. The woman of En-rogel who acted as a liaison between David and the high priest (2 Samuel 17:17) 7. The Bahurim woman (2 Samuel 17:19) 8. The wise woman of Abel (2 Samuel 20:16-22) 9. Ezekiel (8:14) 10. Delilah (Judges 16:19) 11. Philippi (Acts 16:16) 12. 2 Timothy (3:6-7) 13. 2 John 14. Twice (Genesis 3:20; 4:1) 15. Twice (2 Corinthians 11:3; 1 Timothy 2:13) 16. Luke (17:32) 17. Rachel (Genesis 29:6) 18. Dinah (Genesis 34) 19. Tamar (Genesis 38) 20. The wife of Potiphar (Genesis 39:7-20)

JACKSON.....from page 1 are to become chief of radiology in a hospital someday. And while one might think she would pursue a career in the arts with her passion and talent, her goals are a bit different when it comes to her professional future. "I love dancing and singing and I hope they'll both always be a part of my life," she said. "But I want to be a chief of radiology because I really want to reach out and help people who are sick." Jackson goes to Forest Hill Church of Christ in Selmer and also helps with teaching the children at church.

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"I'm just assisting right now," she said. "I help with Vacation Bible School and I also assist with church events too." With McNairy Central High School, she participates in a Future Teachers of America program that develops teaching skills in young people and helps them learn how to handle a classroom. "We also host breakfast events for the teachers through the Future Teachers of America club, such as on Teacher Day," she added. "We fixed all kinds of goodies then and we also cook for them every now and then." And with the Fellowship of Christian Students, Jackson meets every Thursday morning in the

gym of her school to plan events and activities. To say she is a very busy young lady would be an understatement. But with her determination and civic-mindedness, she's definitely a good role model for children, especially her 11-year-old brother and nine-year-old sister, who along with Jackson, live with their grandparents, David and Felesha Tall. And for any young person out there who may be standing at a crossroads in their life, wondering what they should do or who they should be, Jackson said: "Just be yourself. And find people along the way who can help you and lead you to the right path."

Tips to Get More Nutrients in Your Daily Diet

(StatePoint) Getting all the nutrients you need each day to function or even thrive can be a challenge. After all, there are only so many meals in a day. Here are some creative ways to pack the necessary nutrients into your day, without going over your tight calorie budget. Make Each Bite Count It’s tempting to sneak in “empty calories,” with foods and beverages that have little in the way of nutritional value. Don’t give in to sugary treats or easy fixes. You will ultimately feel more satisfied by foods that work to fuel your body. Plan meals ahead to ensure they each include a healthful balance of proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins, amino acids and minerals. Eating colorfully with each meal can help, because fresh fruits, vegetables, beans, nuts and seeds of different colors can provide a rich mix of these valuable nutrients and antioxidants. Also, don’t let unhealthy snacking be your downfall. Snacking doesn’t have to carry the connotation of mindless consumption in front of a television. Carefully planned bites between meals can be just

what the nutritionist ordered. For instance, consider a cup of high fiber cereal mixed with a few nuts or pumpkin seeds to tide you over between meals, A piece of whole wheat toast with a little nut butter also can do the trick, as can a piece of fruit with a slice of cheese. Get to know the healthful options on restaurant menus and take the time to chew and enjoy your food. Easy Replacements Some of the most essential nutritional components include protein, good carbohydrates, healthy fats, vitamins, minerals, fiber, enzymes and probiotics. While many foods contain some of these important nutrients, landing on the right formula can be an ongoing and time-consuming challenge. It doesn’t have to be. Consider fast tracking your way to all eight of these core nutrients with a high-quality meal replacement. For example, Illumin8, a plant-based USDA Certified Organic powder from Sunwarrior goes well beyond a traditional protein supplement and can be used as a meal replacement, snack or pre/post workout shake. Available in three flavors, Vanilla Bean, Aztec Chocolate and Mocha, clean eating can also taste good. Healthy Lifestyle Match your nutrient-filled diet with a healthy lifestyle. Get plenty of sleep each night, at least eight hours, and move more during the day, with at least 20 minutes of activity. Be sure to stay hydrated all day long with glasses of clean, clear liquids. Water aids digestion and helps you skip the sugary soft drinks, which are high in calories but offer no nutritional value. Opt for water and green tea instead.

SOAPBOX ......from page 1 This being the seventh year of the race, the efforts of the Booneville and Prentiss Lion's Clubs have been the epitome of community service organization. The races occur during the Booneville Fall Festival in downtown Booneville Each fall the Lion's Club also sponsors free eye exams for fourth grade students at the local schools. Apart from the soapbox derby, the Lion's Clubs also sponsor a steak sale every April and sell pecans in the weeks leading up to Christmas. The local from racing event does not take place in any recognizable soapbox league, but rather just serves as a fundraising cue for the local chapters. In previous years,

the city officials have participated in the races. "We have a great time putting this on every year," Ragan said. "It's funny when we get teenagers that compete in the race thinking they can drive these

things easily, and then they come off the ramp and break their car in two. We appreciate all the help with Lion's Club and this event has been great to make our chapter more visible."

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Getting Digital Photos Out of the Computer Some of us only receive photos of grandkids once a year — when school photos come out. Vacation shots our computer-savvy friends have taken sit in our computer unviewed, as do digital photos of our grandchildren. The reason: We don’t know how to open those files. No, this isn’t going to be a lesson in how to retrieve those photos yourself. But here’s how you can learn to do it: Buy a 4mg (pronounced “four meg”) flash drive at any store with an electronics department: Walmart, Radio Shack and so on. Don’t pay more than $15. If your senior center has a class in computers but hasn’t covered digital photographs, contact the instructor and get step-by-step instructions on how to get the photos out of your computer and into the little flash drive. (This will no doubt involve inserting the flash drive into the appropriate space on your computer, navigating to the folder where the file is and copying it onto the flash drive.) From there you take the flash drive to a photo store. They can download those files and create actual photos for you, or with a little help you can do it yourself. As a pricing example, if you want to print out 4-by-6-inch photos, you can do it for about 30 cents each at the Walmart photo lab kiosk. Or, they’ll help you. Second best bet is to hire a trustworthy child geek to download those photos for you or put them in a computer directory and show you how to get to them. First best bet: Tell people you’re fine with handling e-mail, but you can’t view or print the digital photos they send. Ask them to send you actual prints! Matilda Charles regrets that she cannot personally answer reader questions, but will incorporate them into her column whenever possible. Write to her in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or send email to columnreply@gmail.com.

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Mitral Valve Prolapse Rarely a Health Threat DEAR DR. DONOHUE: About 40 years ago, when I was in my 30s, I was examined by a famous heart doctor who went over me with great care and concluded I had mitral valve prolapse. He put me on medicine, which I have taken to this day. He also insisted I take antibiotics before dental work. That doctor died, and my new doctor, quite young, says I don’t have mitral valve prolapse and that I don’t need medicine or antibiotics before dental work. He saw that I doubted him, so he had me get an echocardiogram. It showed no mitral valve problem. I still wonder about this. I can’t accept that my former doctor was wrong. — J.P. ANSWER: The mitral valve regulates blood flow from the upper left heart chamber — the left atrium — to the lower left heart chamber, the ventricle. When the ventricle contracts, it pumps blood out of the heart. Simultaneously the mitral valve closes to prevent backflow of blood into the left atrium. Mitral valve prolapse means that the mitral valve balloons upward into the left atrium during heart pumping and might leak blood. In the 1960s, around the time you were diagnosed with this condition, mitral valve prolapse was first described and became a very popular diagnosis. Many of those who were then given a diagnosis of it really didn’t have it. The condition was written about in newspapers and magazines, and dire consequences were ascribed to it. Now, with new knowledge of how this valve works and with new equipment such as echocardiograms (sound-wave pictures of the heart), a

clearer picture of the mitral valve is obtainable. Most people who have a ballooning valve are not considered to have a serious medical condition. In only a handful of these people does a significant leak of blood occur. Those are the people who require treatment, and those are the people who take antibiotics before certain dental procedures. Your doctor wasn’t wrong. He was a victim of the inadequate knowledge of that era. Heart-valve disease is quite common. The booklet on it describes the more prevalent varieties. Readers can obtain a copy by writing: Dr. Donohue — No. 105W, Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. Enclose a check or money order (no cash) for $4.75 U.S./$6 Canada with the recipient’s printed name and address. Please allow four weeks for delivery. *** DEAR DR. DONOHUE: What is your opinion of prolotherapy? I have quite severe osteoarthritis in both thumbs and have been receiving cortisone injections for it. I was told that prolotherapy would be more effective than cortisone and that the relief would be longer-lasting. — B.N. ANSWER: Prolotherapy involves the injection of various substances around damaged ligaments and tendon attachments. It triggers inflammation. The inflammation, in turn, promotes healing by stimulating collagen formation. Often the material injected is dextrose (sugar) mixed with lidocaine (an anesthetic). Some reports say that it is quite successful in things like tennis and golf elbow, where the pain comes from ligament tears. Other reports question its efficacy. It won’t hurt you. I find it hard to believe it is more effective than cortisone for the inflammation of arthritis. *** Dr. Donohue regrets that he is unable to answer individual letters, but he will incorporate them in his column whenever possible. Readers may write him or request an order form of available health newsletters at P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. © 2011 North America Synd., Inc. All Rights Reserved

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A VIEW FROM THE ARBOR

April in the Garden

By Bitsy Davis Alcorn County Master Gardener News Flash columnist

Spring is a magical season for gardeners, as the sleeping landscape awakens to reveal a succession of blooms. In April, early wildflowers adorn the woods and fields and our gardens are filled with the beauty of jonquils and flowering trees and shrubs. As you survey your garden, make a list of jobs you need to tackle and projects you hope to implement. With the beginning of a new gardening season come the opportunity for change and expansion and the chance to try new plants and ideas. • Delay planting tender annuals, bulbs, and herbs until after the last frost date, which can be as late as mid-April in our area. • Resist the urge to clip off yellowing foliage of jonquils and other spring blooming bulbs. The leaves will continue to gather nourishment to strengthen the bulbs for next year's blooms. Remove the foliage only after it has completely died and pulls away easily from the bulb. • After the blooms fade on potted Easter lilies, add the plants to your garden. The foliage will continue to grow and nourish the bulbs and the plants will bloom in your garden next year at their usual early summer blooming time.

• Thatch is the term used for the dead organic matter that accumulates on top of the soil in grassy areas. Give thick grasses a thorough raking to remove this build-up of grass clippings that can smother the lawn. Removal of the thatch lets sunlight in and helps provide good air circulation needed to combat the development of diseases. Any bare areas in the lawn may be repaired by overseeding. • Replace mulch around roses, camellias, and other plants which are susceptible to diseases and insects. Garden pests and diseases often overwinter in mulch, and by replacing old mulch, you will be moving a step closer toward having healthy plants. • Put stakes in place for perennials such as peonies and hollyhocks that may have a tendency to flop. A grid-type support works well for plants with multiple stalks. • When night temperatures are consistently above 50 degrees, it is safe to move to the outside any plants which have wintered indoors. Place them in an area that is protected from full sun and then slowly acclimate them to sunnier spots. This gradual exposure to the sun will help prevent leaf burn. • Fertilize spring blooming trees and shrubs as soon as blossoms fade. Select fertilizer appropriate for individual plants, remembering that acid loving plants such as azaleas, camellias, and gardenias will need a fertilizer that meets their needs. Buckeye There are two native buckeyes that add color to the garden and also attract wildlife. The red buckeye (Aesculus pavia) is a deciduous tree which grows 12 to 20 feet tall and wide. It prefers moist, well drained soil in a spot that offers sun or light shade. Leaves are

dark green, umbrella shaped, and have 5 to 7 leaflets. Ten inch spikes of bright red flowers appear soon after leaves unfurl. Blooms are attractive to hummingbirds. The bottlebrush buckeye (Aesculus parviflora) is also a deciduous shrub. It grows 12 to 15 feet tall and resembles the red buckeye in its leaves and cultural requirements. It blooms in the summer with clusters of white, bottlebrush shaped flower heads which attract butterflies and bees. Both of the buckeyes are low maintenance and work well in the garden or naturalized at the edge of the woods. Butterfly Bush Butterfly bush (Buddleia davidii) is a wonderful shrub to have in a sunny garden, particularly if you wish to attract butterflies. Growing 5 to 10 feet tall, this bush has leaves which are dark green above and white and fuzzy below. Elongated clusters of flowers, which may be purple, lavender, or white, cover the plant all summer, attracting a wide variety of butterflies. Keep spent flowers clipped off to encourage continued blooming. Feed plants in the spring with a balanced fertilizer. Butterfly bushes require fertile, moist but well-drained soil. Shrubs should be cut back heavily in late winter to promote strong new growth. With all of the showy blooms of spring, it is easy to overlook the many dainty wildflowers which grow in our area. They poke up amongst the leaves in the woods, flourish on the roadsides, and blanket the open fields. Some are eleusive, but they are well worth the effort spent seeking them out. Woodland phlox, jack-in-the pulpits, bird's foot violets, and trilliums are waiting to be discovered!

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Why It's Important to Carve Your Own Identity

(StatePoint) As a society, we sometimes tend to put people in boxes and narrow an individual's character to a single label -- especially if he or she is different from us. While accepting the labels people apply to us seems only natural at times; doing so can be limiting.

However, when you defy labels, you can set the tone for your own life, say experts. Here are a few things to consider: Labels Start Early As early as kindergarten, labels are used at school to define children. Teachers label students according to skills, abilities and

behavior. Children label other students according to social status. At such a young age, children often internalize these general ideas about themselves; and overcoming the idea that one is a “slow learner” or a “dork” can be an uphill battle. Without a bit of will, a label can be a self-fulfilling prophecy. Descriptions vs. Labels Describing people, places and things is a big part of how we communicate. But there’s a difference between providing valuable or specific information about someone, and simply labeling them. Evaluate your words and see if you can stick to facts and insights. You can help others define themselves but not participating in labeling. Defying Labels Most everyone has been labeled at some point. However, labels are not only applied to people, but also

to the cars we drive and the homes we live in. For example, ever since the first MINI car was built in 1959, it has been called many things. “People have put labels on the MINI brand for years. We`ve been called the ‘small car’ or the ‘cute car,’” says Tom Noble, department head, MINI Brand communications. Noble says that while the brand has acknowledged those labels, they’ve also sought to innovate and have defied them in certain ways -and this has led to product innovation. In that spirit of self-definition, MINI has launched the Defy Labels contest. Anyone can nominate himself or others who have defied labels in a bold and powerful way. After the nomination period, there will be a series of votes to determine finalists and a winner. The winner gets a two-year lease

on the new MINI Clubman. “The contest isn’t about rebellion, but rather about creating your own path regardless of the labels you’ve been given; a concept the MINI brand understands and embodies,” says Noble. To learn more about the contest, visit mini-defylabels.com or follow the conversation at #DefyLabels. Shedding Labels Whether you’re with friends or foes, family or strangers, you’ll likely have to deal with being labeled by others. And the longer you’ve known someone, the harder it can be to shed the one-word conceptions they have about you. In the face of having others define you, being true to oneself isn’t always easy, but it can be done. Consider the labels assigned to you. If you don’t agree with them, defy them. It may take others time to notice the change, but it can be worth the effort.

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Prom Price Tag: Rising Costs of the Big Dance (StatePoint) Prom is a time-honored tradition and a rite of passage for teens. Originally inspired by graduation celebrations and debutante balls, prom today is now an extravagant, defining moment in a teenager’s life, and bears little resemblance to the promenades of the past -- especially when it comes to cost. Going to the prom can put a fairly large dent in one’s wallet. In fact, the average family with a teenager spends nearly a thousand dollars on the dance, according to a recent prom spending survey by Visa. Take a look at the budget breakdown below. “The Promposal” Just as significant as the dance itself, the new “promposal” trend is an elaborate -- and often public -- way that teens ask someone to prom. Teens are spending about one third of their overall prom costs on it, totaling around $324, according to the Visa survey. What are some popular promposal tactics? Spelling “prom” with pepperonis on pizza, airplane banner flyovers, giant duct tape posters and the jumbotron at a sporting event are just a few ways teens are “popping the question.” Fashion First When proms first became common, teens were encouraged to wear their “Sunday best” - implying that they wear a nice dress or suit that they already owned. Not so anymore. For girls, going to prom is all about the dress, and finding the perfect one at the right price is no easy task. In 2012, girls surveyed by Seventeen magazine said they planned to spend $231 on average for a dress, $45 on shoes, $23 on a handbag, $32 on jewelry and $118 on hair, nails and makeup combined. While guys typically spend less on prom clothing and accessories, they’re still shelling out heavy cash to arrive in style. Guys spent on average $127 for a tuxedo, $20 on a corsage for their dates, and $100 on other accessories, according to research from USA Today. Cut Costs, Save for College The steep cost of prom night is leading

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teens to look at alternatives to traditional prom practices. One way high schoolers are saving is by ditching typical outfits and making their own. One creative example is Duck Tape prom wear. The Duck brand Stuck at Prom Scholarship Contest annually offers more than $50,000 in scholarship dollars to creative prom-goers who craft DIY prom fashions. Over the last 15 years, the contest has attracted more than 7,000 entrants seeking the top prize of $10,000 each in college scholarships. So, in addition to recouping your prom investment --- the scholarship can help offset the skyrocketing cost of college, which has increased by 40 percent in the last decade! For more information about the contest, visit www.stuckatprom.com. Carpooling with a big group, asking a family member to take pictures with a nice camera and creating DIY flowers (i.e. Duck Tape roses) are all ways to add a personal touch to prom, and they cost significantly less than the usual limos, professional photographers and flowers. Setting a budget and looking for opportunities to When You Look Good, You Feel Good.......So Accessorize! save money can ensure prom is an www.vosya.com amazing night www.facebook.com/HouseofVosya that doesn’t break www.instagram.com/HouseofVosya the bank. Vosyasp@gmail.com

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Swindle Offers Guidance with the Word of God By Nathan Weber Reed Swindle, 38-year-old minister from Kingston, Tenn. of the Foote Street Church of Christ in Corinth, Miss., does a great job of tackling current societal issues by framing and reasoning his sermons and counsels around the Bible. "I am a very positive person; I am a fixer," Swindle said. "In the Church of Christ if the Bible advocates a message, I extend that message. It's tough because it's people's lives I deal with in sermons and messages. As a preacher my message should balance being informative, encouraging, and educational." Today, Swindle is a staunch voice and disciple of Biblical teachings, but he did not always envision himself as being a minister. He knew growing up that Christ and being a Christian were self-identifiers he wanted to be associated as. "Growing up I always loved being at church and going to summer church camps," Swindle said. "One summer people from Freed-Hardeman University came to one of my church camps when I was in high school. They showed a video of all these people having a great time on campus, and I had asked if all those people were Christians. I told them right then and there that's where I'll be going to school." At Freed-Hardeman, Swindle became president of student body and started to learn more about ministry during his undergraduate and master's studies. During summers of his college years, he started to intern as a youth minister at various churches. Upon graduation, he got his first job as a youth minister. From that point on, he went to work in youth ministry for three different churches in Tennessee, Alabama and Texas, and then got his current job as a fulltime minister at Foote Street Church of Christ in Corinth, Miss. After his stint as a youth minister in Lewisville, Texas, Swindle knew that he wanted to be move into the pulpit full time, helping people with scripture on a daily basis and at the pulpit. "In everything I do, I give it my all," Swindle said. "I husband hard. I daddy hard. I play hard. I try to put everything I have into all my efforts. And being a man of God you have to be a balanced person; you don't want to give the appearance of

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something you're not. I try to be as genuine as I can possibly be, and not use my weaknesses as an excuse, but rather something I should work on." At the end of the day, Swindle advocates strong messages as a disciple for Christ. He even calls some of his sermons as "sermons on a stool" where he pulls up a stool and

discusses or converses with his congregation rather than "preaching" to them. That is just the sentiment about Swindle; he is just a regular everyday person that just happens to be a minister. "My life revolves around the church, but I also have hobbies not related to the church," Swindle said. "I work out a lot, and I love to hunt and fish. Often times you can find me around a grill working up some barbecue. I am always a man of God. I will try to point people to Christ where we can work out a reasonable and positive solution to a problem." In his sermons and counselings, Swindle offers guidance in a balanced way between Bible teachings with the scope of the struggles of modern day. Swindle preaches not to just one person, but to benefit communities and persons as a whole. Swindle's work and responsibility as preacher is to provide a reasonable answer in a palpable way. "I cannot make the decision for people," Swindle said. "What I can do is show people what God says, so that we can find out a solution to the problem using His word as the foundation and going from there. My responsibility is to offer guidance down the right path, and at the end of each sermon, I will be there to pray with you." Swindle lives in Corinth with his wife, Bridget, and their two children, Roman and Scarlet.

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Spring Is In The Air Kids Meals Soon it will be vacation time for many Feeding a family can really eat into and summer fun! The kids will soon be your budget, but many restaurants offer excited that the school year is coming to a close and looking forward to vacations and free kids meals to help keep costs in check. Most, if not all, come with restricsummer camp. While preparing for those tions such as "must be accompanied by a vacations, check out the many sites and paying adult," "free for every $__ travel clubs that offer amazing deals spent," or available only during ceron great family fun locations and for tain hours or days of the week. Find those couples that just need a little a participating restaurant near you getaway time, there are many great at MyKidsEatFree.com romantic getaway spots as well. The Treats and Eats earlier you purchase vacation packScore your favorite drinks, ages the more money you can sweet treats and more in a save as well as have more number of ways. For options on parks and ticket instance, sign up for the savings. Traveling can be loyalty program at your expensive if you do not favorite restaurant, and prepare ahead of time. you could receive a free Booking early for rental beverage, appetizer or cars, and airline tickets can dessert. As you log pursave unbelievable amounts chases or visits with those of money that you can use programs, you'll earn for other entertainment. even more free food. There are so many online tools Also, many restaurants to help navigate you through the give out freebies in honor of process of checking sites for By: Alfreda C. Hill special days, such as vacation savings, and just about National Ice Cream Day, any travel arrangements you can National Doughnut Day or National imagine. Chocolate Day. Listed are just a few of some really Whatever you decide to do for your great offers and ideas that I found that can vacation or special getaway have a great help save funds and you and your family spring and summer blast of fun! can still have a great time vacationing. This will be my last column with The Check in advance the places you plan to Community News Flash and I would like travel and see if any of these offers can be to thank all of the readers that have so graa savings advantage for you. ciously supported my column and articles Retrieved from http://www.ehow.com for the past year. It has truly been a pleas/how_12341115_15-things-payingure writing for Mr. Jerry Porter - Editor, can.html Museums, Science Centers, Botanical and I really appreciate him giving me this opportunity and so graciously assisting me Gardens in meeting some of my PhD obligations. Many museums offer free admission In addition, I would like to thank Tupelo year-round while others have free nights weekly or monthly. Also, Bank of America Public School District for always being so supportive in helping me with my dissertaoffers cardholders free admission to 150 tion process as well as Lee County School museums, science centers and botanical District, and so many others that have been gardens on the first full weekend of every apart of this process and continue to work month. with me in the completion of the final State and National Parks stage of my dissertation. Most of all I Throughout the year, state and national would like to thank my Lord and Savior parks offer entrance fee-free park days to Jesus Christ for keeping me grounded and encourage more visitors to get outside and steadfast and my family. This has truly explore. The National Park Service pubbeen a wonderful experience and a pleaslishes a schedule for each year, but check ure that I will always cherish. your individual state park website for feeProverbs 4:7 "Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore free day(s) where you live. get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding".

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Growing Summer Savings in the Garden Have you ever thought about growing your own fruits and vegetables at home? For experienced gardeners, the By cold months Nathaniel Sillin are when their imaginations get fired up; seed catalogs seem to blow in with the arctic blast, accompanied by companion mailings from gardening accessories and equipment retailers. But where can amateurs start? To maintain a garden as a legitimate financial alternative to storebought food, it's important to understand the underlying costs involved. Some gardeners spend substantial bucks on fancy tools, equipment, gardening clothes, deluxe fertilizers or supplies, which sounds counter-intuitive to a money-saving alternative. Investing in home gardening requires frugal spending and a desire to learn – very few people wipe out their

entire produce bill without a little preparation, knowledge and most important, trial and error. There are plenty of studies (http://www.garden.org/) on how much people are investing in homeand community-based gardens, but very few reliable guidelines on how much money you can actually save by gardening. That's because it's tough to generalize results based on geography, climate and skill sets. Nevertheless, if you still want to get your hands dirty, here are some general steps to take before you dig in: Harvest as much local gardening knowledge as you can. The word "local" is very important. Planning a home-based edible garden in a sunny West Coast backyard is very different than planting a series of clay pots on a Midwestern terrace. Start with a close look at your climate and growing conditions before buying anything. Plant only what you'll eat. If you want a salad garden, stick to lettuce that can be planted and harvested

repeatedly in one season. Maybe you'll also want to plant a tomato plant or two. If you generally buy a lot of a particular vegetable, try and grow that first. The more you want to eat the food you're planting, the more interest you'll take in making it a success. Keep your first effort as inexpensive as possible. Generally, the cheapest way to grow plants is from seed you start growing indoors. Some people have special lights and shelving for indoor seed starting, but if you're planning on only a few plants, it's best to start modestly. Consult experts about the most effective and frugal way to start your desired plants from seed at home and set a growing schedule that culminates in actual planting outdoor. Sometimes it's better to stick with a few borrowed or garage sale hand tools and recycled containers that will work just fine for seeding and drainage. Keep learning as you go. When you start gardening, even if it's only a pot or two where you're growing from seed, start an annual garden journal

that details what you've purchased (with prices), what's worked well and all questions and answers you've gathered along the way. You might even discover new plants you'd like to grow next year. Re-reading your journal before you start your gardening planning in winter is a great way to shape your growing and cooking priorities for the coming year.

Disabled? Don’t Overpay Your Taxes If you’re disabled and receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or take the Earned Income Tax Credit, you may be paying too much in income taxes. The rules about tax credits and deductions are confusing. In some cases, you might have money coming back to you. Some answers can be found at Allsup.com, however. Allsup has provided Social Security disability claims assistance since 1984, the first company in the country to do so. A press release from Allsup outlines some of the details. —Up to half of your SSDI benefits are taxable. Take half of those benefits and add them to all of your other income. If that comes to $32,000 for couples or $25,000 for an individual for the year 2010, you’ll likely owe taxes. But the average SSDI recipient has a far lower total income. File a tax return anyway, as you could be due a refund for certain credits. —If you received a lump-sum SSDI benefit and file using that whole amount, you’ll likely pay tax, as it makes your income look bigger. Instead, spread that amount out over the years. The Internal Revenue Ser-

Bottom line: Homegrown food usually tastes better for two reasons – it's fresher than anything you can buy and you have the pride of growing it yourself. However, making an economical home garden takes knowhow, knowledge and as minimal initial investment as possible. Nathaniel Sillin directs Visa's

vice allows you to do that, but don’t take a chance by doing this yourself. Get tax help. —Workman’s compensation usually isn’t taxable, and neither are longterm disability benefits IF you paid for them with after-tax dollars. If your employer paid the premiums, it counts as income. Again, get assistance. —You may be eligible for the Earned Income Tax Credit if you earned between $13,460 and $48,362, but it depends on your individual situation, such as filing status and the number of dependents you claim. Other possible credits include those for the disabled and for dependent care. Besides the credits, there are numerous possible deductions you can take, such as a higher standard deduction if you are blind or visually impaired, medical deductions above 7.5 percent of your adjusted gross income, and the cost of seeking help to get SSDI benefits. For more information, go to Allsup’s website: www.allsupinc.com. Click the link to Consumer Web Site in the upper right corner. Click on Personal Finance, then click Managing Your Taxes, a free online guide. Or call them at 800-279-4357. There is a fee for its services. David Uffington regrets that he cannot personally answer reader questions, but will incorporate them into his column whenever possible. Write to him in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or send e-mail to columnreply@gmail.com. © 2011 King Features Synd., Inc.

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• It was venerable American newscaster David Brinkley who made the following sage observation: “The one function TV news performs very well is that when there is no news, we give it to you with the same emphasis as if there were.” • According to Guinness World Records, the oldest cat in the world was named Crème Puff and lived to the ripe old age of 38 years and three days. • If you do much printing, you might not be surprised to learn that if you figure out the cost by volume, the average ink cartridge for a printer costs seven times more than Dom Perignon champagne. • On an average day in the United States, 90 million cans of beer will be consumed. • If you’re planning a summer jaunt to Atlantic City, N.J., this year, you might want to stop by Margate City, just a couple of miles south of the gambling mecca. While you’re there you can see the oldest zoomorphic structure in the United States. Lucy the Elephant, built in 1882 by James V. Lafferty, is 65 feet tall and has served at various times as a cottage, a business office, a restaurant and a tavern. In 1976 it was designated a National Historic Landmark. • It was United Airlines that hired the first stewardesses for its flights, back in 1930. In addition to being attractive and charming, stewardesses had to be registered nurses. • Those who study such things say that in ancient Mesopotamia, it was not unusual for those of the wealthy classes to crush semiprecious stones and adhere the powder to their lips. *** Thought for the Day: “In this world there are only two tragedies. One is not getting what one wants, and the other is getting it. The last is much the worst.” — Oscar Wilde

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Keeping Our Morals Alive

J. Moffett Walker, Retired Counselor & Author In a great country like the United States of America, we need to protect decent morals. Think about what each person, adults, and children must do. Moreover, no reasonable individual can separate decent morals from respect for self and others. Learning morals begins at home. So, the first step begins with mom and daddy. A child needs to be taught by his/ her parents what's right and what's wrong. This is not a difficult task for parents. However, both parents need to be together on the do's and do not's list and stick to them. For example, will parents allow children to curse or become a bullies? More importantly, we as parents must live a morally sound life so the children will have good models. A teacher told me the other day she called a parent and requested a conference. When the parent arrived, the teacher explained during the conference that the student had walked out of the class because he did not like a grade he had received. The ninth grader talked to his mother so inappropriately, the teacher said she had to dismiss herself from the conference for a few minutes. This teacher, in thirty years plus of teaching, had never witnessed anything like this before. When children are allowed to do as they please, things usually go wrong. Young men start wearing pants hanging so low on their behinds, the underwear shows and sometimes the bare skin in the crack shows! This is more than freedom of dress. This is indecent exposure! It shows no respect for self or others. We as adults are responsible, especially the parents. What are we teaching our children? Is it

you can do anything you want to do? That is not true! We all have some rules we have to follow. Our churches may not be perfect, but most any church can help teach good behavior, good morals and spiritual living. It is true some children do not attend any church. Parents, your responsibility is to take your children to church and get them involved in activities. Most church officials dress decently. The children will see that the adult male leaders wear belts to keep their pants up. Also, the adult male leaders have decent haircuts, which make them look like real men, and one that young males will need to land a J-O-B! Schools are responsible to teach our children reading writing and arithmetic. That may seem old-fashioned, but those necessary skills must be learned in spite of our modern technology. Parents, if we want our children, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren to have a chance in this country, make certain each learns how to talk to people. That is imperative! That is significant! One may know science, math and technology, but anyone who does not knows how to get along with others, will have a difficult time finding and especially keeping a job. Nothing is wrong with "I'm sorry, thank you, and excuse me, please." Another thing, know your space and refrain from taking another person's space. Nothing is wrong with "I made the error." Nothing is wrong with having a positive attitude rather than a negative one. A positive attitude shows strength. What about, "I am busy right now, but I will take care of that as soon as I finish this project I am working on." Never say, "You put everything on me; do it your own lazy self." If you feel you cannot do the project, say, "Let's talk about it as soon as I finish this project." Ladies and female students, there is decent dress for us too. Skirts can be too short. Pants can be too tight. Blouses or tops can be cut too low at the neckline. If the breasts show at all, it is too low for school, church or work. Any female wanting to become a successful person will follow appropriate dress guidelines. Do you want to give up decency? Do you want to live in a society where there is no respect? If you answered "no" to either, let us work to preserve our morals. Teaching decent morals is the responsibility of the home, the church and the school.

Red Wine Steaks with Green Beans

Grandma Jo’s Stew This crockpot recipe is a favorite of my grandsons. They love all the vegetables and meat chopped into tiny pieces. I love that it simmers away while I play with the boys. 16 ounces lean round steak, cut into 36 pieces 2 cups sliced carrots 1 cup chopped onion 1 1/2 cups chopped celery 2 cups diced raw potatoes 1 cup frozen peas 1 (10 3/4-ounce) can reducedfat tomato soup 1 (8-ounce) can cream-style corn 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 1. Spray a slow-cooker container with butter-flavored cooking spray. In prepared container, combine meat, carrots, onion, celery, potatoes and peas. 2. In a small bowl, combine tomato soup, corn, parsley flakes and black pepper. Stir soup mixture into meat mixture. Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours. Mix well just before serving. Makes 6 (1 1/2 cup) servings. • Each serving equals: 237 calories, 5g fat, 20g protein, 28g carb., 336mg sodium, 4g fiber; Diabetic Exchanges: 2 Meat, 1 1/2 Starch, 1 Vegetable.

Low in carbs and accompanied by healthful veggies, this low added-fat steak dinner is sauced with a rich red wine reduction. 1 1/2 pounds beef strip steaks (each 1 inch thick) Salt Pepper 1 tablespoon margarine or butter 1 bag (12-ounce) microwavein-the-bag green beans 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar 2 shallots, finely chopped 1 cup dry red wine 1/4 cup packed fresh tarragon leaves, finely chopped 1. Sprinkle steaks with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper to season both sides. In 12-inch skillet, melt 1/2 tablespoon margarine on mediumhigh. Add steaks and cook 7 minutes for medium-rare or until desired doneness, turning steaks over once. 2. Meanwhile, cook green beans in microwave as label directs. Transfer beans to large bowl and toss with vinegar, 1/8 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper and 1 tablespoon shallots. 3. Transfer steaks to plate. Reduce heat to medium-low and add remaining shallots to skillet. Cook 5 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. 4. Add wine, increase heat to medium-high and simmer 2 minutes, stirring and scraping up browned bits from pan. Remove from heat and stir in tarragon, accumulated steak juices and remaining margarine until margarine melts. 5. To serve, slice steak across grain. Divide steak and green beans among serving plates. Spoon sauce over steak. Makes 4 main-dish servings. • Each serving: About 455 calories, 29g total fat (11g saturated), 97mg cholesterol, 340mg sodium, 9g total carbohydrate, 2g dietary fiber, 37g protein. For thousands of triple-tested recipes, visit our website at www.goodhousekeeping.com/recipefinder/.

1. GEOGRAPHY: What is an older name for the country of Ethiopia? 2. BUSINESS: Who founded a company called De Beers Consolidated Mines? 3. HISTORY: For what crimes was Socrates executed? 4. LITERATURE: What did Madame Bovary’s husband do for a living? 5. ANATOMY: Where are the conjunctiva located in the human body? 6. GOVERNMENT: Which of the original 13 colonies did not attend the Constitutional Convention of 1787? 7. SCIENCE: What common alloy is made up entirely of copper and zinc? 8. FAMOUS QUOTATIONS: To which U.S. president is the following quote often attributed: “Better to remain silent and be thought a fool than to speak out and remove all doubt”? 9. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: Who coined the term “muckrakers” for crusading journalists and other writers? 10. POETRY: How old was the Romantic poet John Keats when he died? Answers 1. Abyssinia 2. Cecil Rhodes 3. Corrupting the youth and impiety 4. Doctor 5. Eyes 6. Rhode Island 7. Brass 8. Abraham Lincoln 9. Theodore Roosevelt 10. 25

1. In 2010, the Florida Marlins’ Jorge Cantu set a record with at least one hit and one RBI in the first 10 games of a season. Who held the record of eight games? 2. Who is the all-time major-league record-holder in saves for a lefthander? 3. Who is the only starting quarterback other than Drew Brees to lead the New Orleans Saints to at least a 12-win regular season? 4. When was the last time before 2010 that West Virginia reached the men’s basketball Final Four? 5. Who was the youngest player to tally an overtime series-winning goal in the Stanley Cup Finals before Chicago’s Patrick Kane, 21, did it in 2010? 6. Name the first American men’s soccer player to lead a foreign league in scoring for a season. 7. In 2011, Chris Barnes became the sixth player in PBA history to complete the career Triple Crown. Name three of the first five to do it. Answers 1. George Kelly of the New York Giants in 1921. 2. John Franco, with 424 saves. 3. Bobby Hebert guided the Saints to 12 wins in 1992. 4. It was 1959. 5. Bobby Orr was 22 when he did it for Boston in 1970. 6. Herculez Gomez led a Mexican league in scoring in 2010. 7. Billy Hardwick, Johnny Petraglia, Pete Weber, Mike Aulby and Norm Duke.

Don't Shy Away From Shrimp If you've taken shrimp off the menu because you have fears about high amounts of cholesterol, there is good news. You don't have to give up shrimp! Research shows and dietitians concur that the high percentage of "good fats" in shrimp reduces the impact of cholesterol. So, enjoy shrimp as part of a balanced and delicious diet. In addition to being a great source of high-quality protein, shrimp is rich in healthenhancing nutrients. It also is low in fat and calories. Here

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are just a few reasons to place shrimp on your menu: Vitamin D: Four ounces of shrimp provide almost half the daily requirement of vitamin D, also known as the sunshine vitamin. Vitamin D helps build strong bones, maintain a healthy immune system and also may lower the risk of conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and colon cancer. Selenium: A serving of shrimp can provide 65 percent of the daily selenium requirement. This powerful antioxidant has been linked to a lower risk of certain cancers and also promotes healthy function of the thyroid gland. Vitamin B-12: Four ounces of shrimp provide a third of the daily requirement for vitamin B-12. It has many functions, including formation of red blood cells and maintenance of a healthy nervous system. Tryptophan: One serving of shrimp provides 100 percent of

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the recommended daily intake of this essential amino acid. Tryptophan plays a role in appetite control and sleep, and improves mood. This Shrimp Scampi with Tomatoes and Spinach is a "Diva-style" version of the traditional dish. It's a one-pan meal that can be prepared in less than 30 minutes. SHRIMP SCAMPI WITH TOMATOES AND SPINACH

Frozen shrimp is the perfect "go to" item for a quick and nutritious meal and works well in this recipe. 1 1/2 pounds jumbo shrimp, fresh or frozen and thawed, shelled and de-veined 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper 2 tablespoons unsalted but-

2 teaspoons minced garlic 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes with juice 1 cup chicken broth 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice 1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest 1 bag (about 6-10 ounces) fresh baby spinach 2 teaspoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsley or basil leaves 1/2 (8 ounces) of a 16ounce package linguine pasta, cooked and drained (about 4 cups) 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1. Put the shrimp on a large pie pan or plate and pat dry completely with a paper towel. Toss the shrimp with the olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon salt, pepper and cayenne pepper. Arrange shrimp so they lay flat and are evenly spaced. 2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add butter to the skillet. When foaming subsides, raise heat to high; care-

fully invert the plate of shrimp over the pan so the shrimp fall into the pan in an even layer, all at once. 3. Cook the shrimp, without moving them, for 1 minute. Add garlic, turn the shrimp and cook for 1 minute. Transfer shrimp mixture to a bowl and set aside. 4. Return skillet to the heat and add tomatoes, chicken broth and remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt and black pepper to the pan to make a sauce. Turn heat to high and bring sauce to a boil, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon, until slightly thickened, about 2 to 3 minutes. 5. Add in the spinach, lemon juice and zest, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until spinach wilts slightly. Add the shrimp, parsley or basil, and the pasta to the skillet, and toss to coat. Portion onto plates and top with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.