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Add weights to your routine. Many women skip the weights because they believe they will “bulk up” and this is not true. Think of it this way- muscle tissue is more metabolically active than fat tissue. The more muscle you have, the more calories you will burn throughout the day! Increasing your muscle mass revs up your metabolism.
Favorite intangible about The Ville? Thomasville is worldly but not wary—Everyone is welcome!
LAMP SHADES For quick, monthly cleaning, dust shades with a soft brush or microfiber cloth. For washable shades, fill the bathtub with lukewarm water and add small amount of liquid laundry soap. Dip shade, wiping from top to bottom with a clean rag. Rinse shade in clean, lukewarm water; blot with a towel. Drip dry or place shade in front of a fan.
What are you reading right now? I just finished The Great American House by Gil Schafer and am starting Butterfly in the Typewriter: The Tragic Life of John Kennedy Toole and the Remarkable Story of A Confederacy of Dunces by Cory MacLauchlin.
Think quality, not quantity. Maximize your time and intensity level by introducing intervals to your workout. Research proves that a 30 minute interval training session burns more fat and calories than a 30 minute endurance session. In addition, you can do it anywhere- home, gym, and the outdoors. Add in body-weight exercises- pushups, mountain climbers, lunges- for a combined cardio and strength training effect.
Ice cream or cake? And what kind? I am a chocolate cake kind of girl (with coffee ice cream on the side) The ultimate vacation? I would rent a house in London as a home base and make lots of side trips to Bath, Edinburgh, Paris, Florence, etc. Family and dear friends are invited, of course!
WASHING MACHINES Did you know that residue from laundry detergents and fabric softeners can cling to the inside of your washer? Baking Soda Scrub Add 4 tablespoons baking soda to 4 cups warm water. Wipe down the inside surface of the washing machine, scrubbing lightly if needed. Run the washer through a rinse cycle - if you see a powdery, white residue on the surface, rinse again. Vinegar Rinse Add 1/4 cup white distilled vinegar to 1 quart water. Wipe down the interior of the washer, scrubbing lightly if needed. Run the washer through a rinse cycle.
Try a Group Fitness class- exercise doesn’t have to be lonely and boring. Attending a class is fun! Plus, it gives you accountability and community! Lacking motivation? Let a certified instructor give you the motivation you need to finish the workout!
If I could teach my children one character trait, it would be... I would like for our boys are learn perseverance {they already have kindness, thoughtfulness and humor down pat!}. ….And why only one “a” in Margret? I honestly don’t know exactly why I only have one ‘a.’ One theory is that the aunt for whom I was named removed her ‘a’ in a fit of post WWII glamour and it appealed to my parents. Another theory is that my parents wanted to give their middle daughter a little edge. (They sheepishly cannot remember!)
Re-evaluate your fitness goals. The New Year’s Resolution hype has died down, and it’s back to everyday life. What is working for you? What isn’t? If walking on the treadmill for an hour at 5:30 AM isn’t your thing, then switch to a 30 minute spin class after work. Choose obtainable goals and be realistic!
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Consult a fitness professional. Personal trainers and fitness experts are full of new ideas, encouragement and guidance. They can provide you with helpful tips and support to keep you motivated! —Rebekah G.
a little birdie told me...
THE IRON Be sure your iron is cool before you begin! Waxy? Turn iron to highest setting and press onto newspaper until the residue disappears.
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Do you ever feel like a tortoise trying to make your way to Don’t try to get thirty errands done before you have to go to work? The race is on, and Dr. Towns is here helping you get work. Do not mind boggle yourself in the mornings—and to the finish line. save yourself from needing to make a call to the auto doctor! Go to bed at a decent hour. I promise you Facebook and Net- Having a clear mind can keep you concentrated and accident flix will be there tomorrow. As adults, we don’t always like free. Organize and prioritize your errands and spread them setting curfews for ourselves. However, the better rested you throughout the week. The more stress you have at the start of are, the more energy you will have the next day. And the more your day, the less tolerant you might be towards the end of the energy you have, the more tweets you will be able to post the day. And who doesn’t love saving money from not having to pay a deductible on your car? next day!
ThomasvilleCtr4Arts @ThomasvilleArts “Learn to paint your house- POP Art Style!”
Oily? Use ammonia to break it down and wipe away. Unidentified substance? Combine vinegar and baking soda and scrub surface with soft cloth.
TULibrary @TULibrary “Get your study on at the TU Library!”
Build-up in the vents? Use a pipe cleaner or cotton swab to clean gently. Never use a knife or anything else that will scratch the iron’s surface.
Rebecca Bonfanti @rbanditt “Easter dress and suit bought for the kids. I love shopping in downtown #Thomasville. #frillsandfreckles. Pictures next weekend.”
Gotta satisfy that inner neurotic and clean the inside? Mix one part vinegar + one part water and add to reservoir. Allow iron to steam for four minutes. Cool and drain, then rinse and drain again.
Try some exercise before your busy day starts. Run a mile or two around your neighborhood or even around your house. If this sounds boring, have your dog join you. Yoga is another activity you can do in the morning. Your kids will be too tired to laugh at all the awesome stretches you will be doing.
Trey Collins @treycollins3 This panel is trying to brag about the beautiful downtown Macon. I’m sorry, but have you seen downtown #Thomasville?
DISHWASHER After a fresh wash, with or without dishes, empty the washer and remove racks. Check spray arms to be sure holes are open. Use a toothpick to loosen any clogs. Look for buildup + debris in or around the wastewater grate and remove. Clean with a baking soda paste. If you have a filter, remove. Disassemble the filter in your sink and clean thoroughly with soapy water or a baking soda paste. Wipe outer seal with vinegar solution. Dissolve hard water stains by running a cycle empty, with white vinegar.
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I take birthdays seriously, and my own is no exception. I’ve compiled my own Bookshelf wish list! It’s the perfect way to say “happy birthday” to those you love. —Katie
1 Branch + Cotton ampersand notepad 2 Where’d You Go, Bernadette 3 Branch + Cotton gift box 4 My Ideal Bookshelf 5 Smart Folks Read tee 6 Kate Spade’s Things We Love 7 Wild, a memoir
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Last but not least, start your day with a multivitamin. Vitamins have a lot of nutritional value that will put more pep into your step each day. And if vitamins bore you, have no fear… they make gummy vitamins for adults! —Jon
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ISSUE Tuesday,March 5th at 6:00 sharp! @ Sweet Grass Dairy Downtown
Get ready for an evening of high energy! Get ready for an evening of high energy! The Thomasville Community Resource Center (TCRC) is hosting their First Annual Step Showcase to be held Saturday, April 27th. The Competition begins at 7:15 PM on stage at the Thomasville Center for the Arts. All proceeds from the evening will directly benefit the TCRC to sustain opportunities for academic enrichment and tutorial services for the children participating in its after school programing. Step Dancing electrifies the audience as the dancer’s entire body is used to create a percussive instrument. The dancers produce complex rhythms and sounds using footsteps, words and clapping as they compete for bragging rights as the best dance troupe. It is usually performed by groups and has grown in great popularity among college students for competition. It is an energetic, creative dance event for the whole family. The Step Showcase will present electrifying performances from Florida A&M University, Valdosta State College and local Thomasville, GA, Praise Dance ministries. Please join us for a night of fun and great entertainment! For more information or to join in the competition, contact LaRhonda Larkins at (229) 226-5846 ext 104 or by e-mail at tcrc1@rose.net. Tickets can be purchased in advance at www.tcrconline.org.
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Does your workout have the winter blues? Since starting your New Years Resolution to get in shape, you may have noticed you’re reaching a plateau and aren’t seeing the results you want. Here are some tips to spice up your fitness routine and get ready for summer!
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Well, not weird, but maybe things you don’t normally put on your cleaning rotation. Namely: lampshades, the washing machine, your iron and the dishwasher.
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It was one of those March days when the sun shines hot and the wind blows cold: when it is summer in the light, and winter in the shade. —Charles Dickens
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how to wash your dog... STEP 1—Gather supplies...shampoo, towels, swimming mask and knee pads. Arrange all supplies by tub while dog is not looking. STEP 2—Find dog. Best bets are under the bed, in the back of the pantry, behind the toilet or down the street running at a fast rate... STEP 3—Wrassle dog into tub. May involve superhuman strength and octopus-like arm maneuvers. Refrain from calling the dog names...the neighbors can hear you. STEP 4—Set water temperature using teeth. (Hands are in death grip on dog’s body.) Feel sorry for dog tip toeing in cold water. STEP 5—Wet dog with water using large plastic cup or a bucket. Either is a futile effort that you will regret. Consider calling plumber for hand held fixture installation, this week!
STEP 6—Apply shampoo by mistakenly squirting huge blobs of it on to dog with one hand. Careful, dog may shimmy out of way, allowing shampoo to run down the drain. STEP 7—Lather dog with breakneck speed before he escapes.Quickly alternate scrubbing with death grip hands. Stop only to wring out your shirt from dog shaking soapy water all over you and the entire bathroom. Threaten dog with his life for moving a muscle. STEP 8—Rinse dog with cup after cup of water, making sure to rinse off his head. Prepare for violent head shaking and soaking of walls. STEP 9—Unfurl towel and cover dog’s head and body, and begin to gently dry off entire dog. Praise him, apologize profusely and give him a smooch on the nose. Offer him a treat—and MEAN IT. STEP 10—Cuddle dog in a second dry towel...the one you put in the dryer for him earlier. He’ll forgive you quicker. —Leslie
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Opening reception + preview of exhibition entitled New Growth Wiregrass Gallery, 5 to 8 PM claire@rose.net
Free Concert! Drew Holcomb + the Neighbors 6:30 - 8:30 PM Downtown on the bricks in front of the Courthouse. chris@younglifetc.org
Thomasville Entertainment Foundation presents Big Bad Voodoo Daddy 8 PM Municipal Auditorium Adults $35, students $15 226-7404, tef@rose.net Purchase online at www.TEFconcerts.com
33rd Annual Brookwood School Auction Saturday, March 9 6 PM Glen Arven Country Club $75 per ticket, includes dinner Tickets (229) 226-8070
Women’s History Month viewing of the short documentary film, Rosie: Stories from the Home Front, followed by a time for sharing memories of World War II 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM TVille City Public Library (229) 225-5252
Spring Lecture Series Dr. Andrew K. Frank, Allen Morris Associate Professor of History, Florida State University: The Making of Chief Osceola: The Seminoles & The Abolitionists Free and open to the public, 7:30 PM (229) 226-7664
Metcalfe Community Association Yard Sale Starts at 9 AM Metcalfe Community Park
MARCH 1 Color and Space: New Work by Konstantin Prokos Also a writer, the artist will be reading his poetry at 6:30 PM, Accidental Gallery, Boston, 5 PM to 8 PM
MARCH 2 Pebble Hill Trail Ride 10 AM,-1 PM $10/adult, $5/child. Bring your lunch. Proof of negative Coggins is mandatory for entrance! 229-227-5384
Bacchus Wine Bar Sushi Night Thursdays Thursdays, order ahead at www.bacchusthomasville.com
MARCH 12 Taste of France: Champagne 3 course dinner + drinks. $50 pp, reservations required. Liam’s, 6:30 PM (229) 226-9944 *Townie Attending*
Stay tuned for news about Due South, Dogwood + Derby!
march 16 Birdsong’s Old Timey Plant Sale 100s of Native Azaleas *Townie Attending* 9 AM - 1 PM (229-377-4408) for more information.
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