September moments by Statesboro Herald

September 2017

ALSO INSIDE Go Girl: Liz Corbett Winning Plant Combos for Fall Recipe: Hamburger Hobo Dinner Packets Bulloch County Births

Finding Strength along an Unwelcome Journey Battle with Childhood Cancer Puts Life in Perspective for Polk Family

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table of CONTENTS

The most amazing women have both organized and attended the most perfect showers in anticipation of Baby Rudd. The last crib screws are in place, and the diaper bag is stocked. We've made room in our bedroom for a sweet little vintage bassinet. The carpet will be cleaned, the new onesies washed, the hospital bag packed. The nesting phase is in full force around here, but there's more to it than simply readying our home for a new baby. For this expecting mom, the overwhelming desire to prepare extends far beyond the nursery. I want to be ready mentally, physically, financially, for the what-ifs, the unknowns, the bestand worst-case scenarios. Of course I know that's not exactly realistic, but there's a sense of calm and reassurance that comes with the effort. The more I feel prepared, regardless of the logic, the more confident I feel that I can actually do this whole parenting thing — do it well, even. But there are some things for which no mother can even begin to prepare. These things test your faith, upend your world, Photo courtesy of Katrina frighten you to your core — things like childhood cancer. Barrow Photography; floral halo September cover mom Jody Polk was forced to face exactly by Colonial House of Flowers that kind of earth-shaking fear when her daughter Anna Hays was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia at just 3 years old. Following some intense chemotherapy and drug treatment, Anna Hays thankfully is now in remission, but, as Jody attests, that unwelcome yet pervasive fear continues to linger. To ready more about the Polk family and what they've learned along their difficult journey, turn to page 12. This month's Go Girl is Liz Corbett, whose life has also been impacted by childhood cancer. When she was 16 years old, Liz was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma and told that she probably would not live more than six months, and there was little hope she could ever have children. The doctor was wrong on both counts, however: Liz is now the mother of three children and founder of Hearts Matter Ministry for college-aged women here in Statesboro. For her story, flip over to page 5. Here's to strong mothers and their amazing children! ADVERTISING DIRECTOR Jan Melton • jmelton@statesboroherald.com

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blood cells), a part of the body's immune system. "At the time when I was diagnosed, I was 1 of 5 to have that particular kind at my age," Liz said. "My first oncologist gave no hope for future children or living past six months." However, soon Liz was approved to participate in a clinical trial at Vanderbilt University. Her doctor there did not promise a cure, but he did promise to not give up on her. During the trial, she received in six months' time the amount of chemotherapy usually administered to patients over a span of two years. "The very first time I was retested, I was in remission," she said. "There were a few lasting effects of the chemo. I have cold hands and feet almost all the time. I have slight issues with short-term memory. And I have a tremor that can cause others to think that I am cold, nervous or crazy â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and, well, I do not mind crazy. I believe we all are." After being cancer free for five years, doctors told her that her chances of a cancer diagnosis were the same as for anyone else; she was no longer at a greater risk than the general population. She credits God for healing her body and rejoices in the fact that she was given three children that her first oncologist believed she'd never have. She's now turned her faith into a ministry for college-aged women.

"I love college students," she said. "They are at such a pinnacle point in their lives. They are making decisions that affect the rest of their lives. One of my favorite things about someone college-age is their faith." Hearts Matter is a nonprofit ministry open to all denominations, developed on the message of Proverbs 4:23: "Keep vigilant watch over your heart; that's where life starts." Its mission is "to assist in the restoration of women's hearts to boldly love the world around them through Jesus Christ." Hearts Matter holds conferences throughout the year and an annual prayer walk at GS with the intent of providing a chance for young women to worship and learn. The ministry also has purchased

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a house on Savannah Avenue, "A Quiet Place Where Hearts Matter," to serve as a place for college women to gather and study both the Bible and their schoolwork, pray and just hang out in a relaxing environment. "I believe wholeheartedly that if while in college, before graduating and getting married (if that is what they choose), girls learn who and whose they are â&#x20AC;&#x201D; they are daughters of the King Most High, they are loved by him, and he cherishes them â&#x20AC;&#x201D; that they will have a rock consisting of this knowledge, faith and belief in Christ to stand upon," Liz said. "Then, the winds of the storms may blow around them, and they will make it. Through this, we will see better sisters, friends, wives and mothers."

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eptember is a month designated to raise awareness about childhood cancer, something that has impacted the lives of both this month's cover mom and Go Girl. Cover mom Jody Polk's daughter was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia on her third birthday, and Go Girl Lizabeth "Liz" Corbett, founder of Hearts Matter Ministry in Statesboro, was herself diagnosed with cancer when she was a teenager. Liz, 45, has lived in Statesboro since 1991, when she began attending Georgia Southern University. She is originally from Smarr, Georgia, "a little dot on the map between Macon and Forsyth," where her father, Joe Evans, still lives. Her mother, Ann Rose, lives in Forsyth. She and her husband, Shawn, met at GS and have three children together: McKenney, a senior at Statesboro High School, is also attending classes at Ogeechee Technical College; Michael, a sophomore at Bulloch Academy, keeps the family busy with track, cross country and basketball; and youngest child Grace Ann, a third-grader at Julia P. Bryant Elementary School, loves horses. At age 16, Liz was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma. According to the American Cancer Society, non-Hodgkin lymphoma is a cancer starting in the lymphocytes (or white

Choose Today to Let Courage Lead You

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oday, I want to share with you the power behind the word "courage," a word that is often overlooked and underestimated. Courage is defined as the quality of mind or spirit that enables a person to face difficulty. Often it's easy to remain in our comfort zones, doing what comes easy to us. However, as Christopher Columbus once said, "You can never cross the ocean unless you have the courage to lose sight of the shore." Courage first begins with a mindsight — thoughts that are more powerful and determined than your fear of failure, rejection or standing alone. Courage says, "Even if I fail this time, I will try again!" People that are viewed as leaders or successful are most times individuals that stand firm and persevere despite adversity. They choose to weather through obstacles by clinging to courage and focusing on the end goal.

Ty Johnson Ty's Counselor Corner

Remove those invisible blinders that stop you from seeing things from a greater perspective. You must intentionally reach for what you want and hold on to it with strength. There may be some resistance, but that is what builds endurance. You will experience moments that will frighten you, but this will cause you to readily confront your fears and work toward your desires with certainty and confidence of completion. Decide today to give your life your very best. Don't die with a "what if" in your heart.

Overthinking hinders courage. Ask yourself, "Am I overthinking this next move?" Oftentimes, we spend so much time trying to plan every little detail that we miss the opportunities unfolding beautifully on their own. Constantly awaiting the "right time" will cause you to waste time. That's not to suggest that you should not plan; however, there's a point when action must take place. Even in a well thought-out plan, there may be something you failed to consider. The best experiences in life are revealed in the moments in which we allow courage to lead us. Some level of fear is natural and can be healthy because it heightens our awareness. However, fear becomes greater than courage when we allow the tragedies and pains of life to overtake our thoughts and emotions. You must confront the moments when you become stuck in the fear of failure. If you are reading this, chose today

to let courage lead you. Apply for that new position, start that business, remarry, try to conceive a child. If you feel you have failed in these areas before, don't become stuck in that failure; learn and try again. Change your fear into faith. I myself chose to allow courage to lead me recently when I decided to make a career change. I had to challenge myself by making a conscious decision about what's best for myself and those around me. During the course of life, your reasons for doing what you do will be influenced by whatever season of life you are in. Be sure to make courageous moves, not fearful ones. We have a little over 100 days left in 2017; make your list and get to action. You are worth it! Ty Johnson is cofounder of Refocus Counseling and Consulting Services LLC, a program that teaches people how to focus on the positive. Email her at refocus123@gmail.com.

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Autumn Cooking with Hamburger Hobo Dinners

ith the changing colors of autumn at their most beautiful and a new school year beginning, why not make mealtime simple and delicious? These Hamburger Hobo Dinners are super easy to prepare and loaded with yummy vegetables and flavorful meat, making it a meal the whole family can enjoy together. Hamburger Hobo Dinner 2 pounds ground beef Salt and pepper, to taste Worcestershire sauce, to taste 1 large onion, sliced 2 medium baking potatoes, peeled and sliced 2 cups mushrooms, sliced 2 large carrots, sliced 1½ teaspoons margarine Season-All Seasoned Salt, to taste Aluminum foil Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Tear 6 large pieces of foil and set out. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with the salt, pepper and Worcestershire sauce and blend together with your hands. Pat out 6 hamburgers and place them in the center of each piece of foil. Pull the foil up around the hamburger patty to make a pouch. Add sliced onion, sliced potatoes, sliced mushrooms and sliced carrots to each pouch. Top each dinner with ¼ teaspoon margarine, and season with SeasonAll Seasoned Salt and more pepper to taste. Seal up the foil pouches and place on an 11-by17-inch pan. Bake on the third (middle) rack for around 1 hour, or until vegetables are tender. Note: If making pouches for kids, you can add their favorite vegetables and season lightly with regular

Azure Rountree Fun, Delicious and Festive

salt only, as the Season-All Seasoned Salt and pepper tend to give the dinners a little heat. Azure Rountree, a wife and mother of four beautiful kids, has a love of cooking and sharing recipes. She enjoys writing for cookbooks and working as an advocate for autism. Her newest cookbook, "Kid Friendly Recipes from the Kitchen of Azure Rountree," is available for purchase locally at the Averitt Center for the Arts' Rosengart Gallery. A portion of the proceeds from every book sold will go to benefit children with special needs.

A Page from Plato: When 'Music Is a Moral Law'

Ashley Whittemore

"Music is a moral law. It gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and charm and gaiety to life and to everything." —Plato pathetic vibrations when playing the violin. Academic achievement isn't the only benefit of music education and exposure. Music ignites all areas of child development and skills for school readiness, including social, emotional, motor, language and overall literacy. According to ancient Greek philosopher Plato, music "gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and charm and gaiety to life and to everything." Music helps the body and the mind work together. Learning to play an instrument teaches children about delayed gratification, teaching youth to persevere through hours, months and sometimes years of practice before they reach specific goals, such as performing with a band or memorizing a solo piece. Mastering an instrument helps children in their development of coordination and motor skills, requiring movement of the hands, arms and feet. Instruments not only help develop ambidexterity, but they also encourage children to become comfortable in naturally uncomfortable positions. Enhancing coordination and perfecting timing can prepare children for other hobbies, such as dance and sports. Group classes require peer interaction and communication, which encourage teamwork, as children must collaborate to create a crescendo or an accelerando. If a child is playing his instrument too loudly or speeding up too quickly, he'll need to adjust. Group lessons also improve patience, as children must wait their turn to play

individually. While waiting and listening to their classmates play, children learn to show their peers respect, to sit still and be quiet for designated periods of time and to be attentive. It's important for children to know and understand their individual part in a larger ensemble. Whether a team is responsible for choosing instruments or creating a melody, students work toward a common goal. "These are the kinds of experiences we have in society," Averitt Center Youth Chorale Director Tamara Watson-Harper said. "We need more group interaction and problem solving." According to the Children's Music Workshop, the effect of music education on language development can be seen in the brain. Recent studies indicate that musical training physically develops the part of the left side of the brain known to be involved with processing language and can actually wire the brain's circuits in specific ways. Furthermore, the study suggests that linking familiar songs to new information also helps imprint information on young minds. Music education also offers a forum in which children can learn to accept and give constructive criticism. Turn-

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usic plays an important role in our culture. It's a key component in film, television, theater, worship, holidays, celebrations and formal ceremonies. From birth, parents instinctively use music to calm and soothe children, to express their love and joy and to engage and interact. Parents can build on these natural instincts by learning how music can impact child development, improve social skills and benefit kids of all ages. From chamber orchestra, violin and piano classes to private lessons in voice and youth chorale, the Averitt Center provides various opportunities throughout the year for youth to experience the many benefits and joy found through harmony in musicianship. If you're on the fence about adding music classes to the list, take note of the benefits that come with signing your little one up for piano or voice lessons. Your children may not become the next Beethoven or Madonna, but they will have an easier time learning math, practicing good manners, learning patience and becoming a team player. In 2016, research from the University of Southern California's Brain and Creativity Institute concluded that musical experiences in childhood can actually accelerate brain development, particularly in the areas of language acquisition and reading skills. Research also suggests that understanding the beat, rhythm and scales of music teaches children how to divide, create fractions and recognize patterns. Singing along with their favorite songs helps children recall lyrics, processing short-term and eventually long-term memory. Musical instrument classes also introduce young children to basic physics, such as plucking the strings on a guitar or learning about harmonic and sym-

Superhero for Heroes Launches Annual Fundraiser

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hild care centers across Bulloch County are participating in a statewide effort for a great cause. This year marks the third annual Georgia Child Care Association's Superhero for Heroes fundraising event, which raises awareness in students that superheroes are not just cartoons or characters in movies on television. Many real-life superheroes are moms, dads, teachers, counselors, servicemembers, veterans and everyday citizens. This event is hosted on Sept. 11 all around the state of Georgia, when child care programs who voluntarily signed up will put on a superhero event, such as a walk-a-thon or parade in which students, teachers, staff and administration dress as superheroes. The event raises money that serves two statewide projects: the GCCA Early Education Advocacy Fund and the Matthew Freeman Project. Last year, the Superhero for

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Heroes fundraiser raised more than $40,000 statewide. This year, the goal is $50,000. The Bulloch County programs contributing to this worthy cause this year are Kid's World Learning Center, Childcare Network #137, Kidovations and Super Kids Child Care Center. If you are a child care provider and would like to join with those in our industry, please call the GCCA office at (770) 752-4117 for your free toolkit. If you are a community member who would like to donate, please call Michelle Smith

Lank at (912) 764-4298. The GCCA's Early Education Advocacy Fund was established specifically to advance the GCCA's regulatory and legislative goals for the early care and education industry in Georgia. Without donations to this fund, advocacy efforts would not be possible. It is important that the child care community speak in unison, regardless of the size of the center, geographic location or population served, and this fundraiser assists in the goals of early education advocacy. To learn more about GCCA or to donate to Georgia's Early Education Advocacy Fund, please visit www. georgiachildcare.org or call (770) 752-4117. The Matthew Freeman Project supports the families of fallen soldiers through the Memorial Sibling Scholarship Program and creates "Matthew Bears" from uniforms of the fallen for grieving children. During Capt. Matthew Freeman's last phone call to his mother from Afghanistan, he said, "Mom, the kids would rather have pens and paper more than anything, even food or water. Would you please start a collection and send them to me?" Two days later, the 29-year-old Richmond Hill native was killed, but his message rang loud and clear. With the help of the community and the country, The Matthew Freeman Project was born. Since Matthew's request, more than 16,000 pounds of school supplies have been sent directly to men and women on the ground in Afghanistan and Iraq. However, when it

became too difficult for U.S. servicepeople to get the supplies into the hands of the children, they looked for another way to affect others educationally. That's when the Matthew Freeman Project began to offer scholarships to siblings of fallen servicemembers, known as "the forgotten mourners," who often struggle for years. Since Veterans Day 2013, the organization's Memorial Sibling Scholarship Program has awarded nine of these scholarships. In 2014, the sister of a fallen serviceman approached Matthew's mom, broken from her brother's death. She said she had not received any of his belongings because his wife was unable to part with them. Mrs. Freeman, who had made teddy bears from Matthew's uniforms in the past, suggested the woman ask her sister-in-law for uniforms that could be used to make bears for his daughters and her boys. This launched "Matthew Bears." Since August 2014, the Matthew Freeman Project has matched families with seamstresses who have custom sewn more than 350 bears for fallen servicemembers' families. To learn more about or donate directly to the Matthew Freeman Project, visit www. freemanproject.org. Michelle Smith Lank is the owner and director of Kid's World Learning Center, a three-star Quality Rated and National Association for the Education of Young Children accredited child care program in Statesboro.

Bulloch County's Babies

Compiled from information supplied to Moments by East Georgia Regional Medical Center Barker of Brooklet Dec. 21. • Raelynn was born to Janee' Anntoinette Carlyle and Oteria Quintette Beal of Metter Dec. 21. • Mitchell was born to Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Tyler and Katrina Breanne Krug of Sylvania Dec. 21. • Phanta'C was born to Mr. and Mrs. George Willie and Queneisha Latonia Daughtry of Springfield Dec. 22. • Cameron was born to Jessica Leigh Cazorla and Kenneth Matthew Gay of Rincon Dec. 22. • Autumn was born to Mr. and Mrs. Robert Cory and Andrea Lee Hart of Statesboro Dec. 22. • Jayden was born to Martina Shanae Foy and Cedric Renee Moore of Statesboro Dec. 22. • Landon was born to Anna Marie Cannon of Hiltonia Dec. 23. • Caron was born to Heather Renee Rustin and Jeffery McNeal Lovett of Claxton Dec. 23. • Jace was born to Takeisha Dishun Roberts of Statesboro Dec. 23. • Karter was born to Mr. and Mrs. Todrico Laprentiss and Shakena Nicole Seymore of Statesboro Dec. 23. • Halo was born to Angel S. Tarver of Swainsboro Dec. 23. • Carson was born to Chasidy Renea Hart and Larry Bernard Upton of Portal Dec. 23. • Gannon was born to Shakierah Jandearia Youmans and Christopher Lee Bennefield of Statesboro Dec. 28. • Emily was born to Mr. and Mrs. Mark Richard Cummings of Brooklet

Dec. 28. The mother is the former Merideth Craw. • Joseph was born to Mr. and Mrs. Brent Coleman Laircey Dec. 28. The mother is the former Lisa Finch. • Bryson was born to Kamara Shamore Stokes Dec. 29. • Josiah was born to Sabiena Danielle Smith and John Henry Huiett of Glennville Dec. 30. • Beckett was born to Mr. and Mrs. Scott Christopher and Casey Lynn Scheidt of Pooler Dec. 30. • Icey'Yon was born to Brittany Nicole Burns of Statesboro Jan. 1. • Megan was born to Amanda Winskie Harrison and Grant Tillman Waters of Ellabell Jan. 1. • Anna was born to Mr. and Mrs. Cameron Matthew and Rebecca Lauren Brown of Statesboro Jan. 3. • Maddox was born to Darby Elizabeth Brazel and Rodrigo Javier Flores of Reidsville Jan. 3. • Evelyn was born to Jenna Daye Thigpen of Statesboro Jan. 3. • Messiah was born to Myesha Breona Charmekia McKine and Omar Octavis Terrell Thomas of Sylvania Jan. 3. • Kel'Cee was born to Kayla Jeree Scott and Octavin Rashoid Williams of Swainsboro Jan. 3. • Dalelyn was born to Contessa Monique Byrd and Robert Lee Durrell Redding of Statesboro Jan. 4. • Charles was born to Mr. and Mrs. David Biton and Jeanna Lynn Smith of Statesboro Jan. 4.

• Myles was born to Shardasha Ja'nae Brown and Antavious Raynard Smith of Statesboro Jan. 4. • Dalton was born to Diamond Monya Rice and Bryant Laurece Williams of Statesboro Jan. 4. • Pheobe was born to Brittany Lynn Allen of Statesboro Jan. 5. • Jakayla was born to Santavis Elizabeth Davis-Phillips of Millen Jan. 5. • Abigail was born to Mr. and Mrs. Jordan Nicholas Pucciariello of Statesboro Jan. 5. The mother is the former Kimberly Clubb. • Chloe was born to Mr. and Mrs. John Weston and Christy Janette Rikard of Statesboro Jan. 6. • Kevin was born to Mr. and Mrs. Ed Marvin and Jennifer Ann Bowen of Perkins Jan. 7. • Mason was born to Mr. and Mrs. Jordan Matthew and Jodie Ashley Austin of Statesboro Jan. 9. • Nicholas was born to Jatorya LaParis Davis of Glennville Jan. 9. • Paisley was born to Melody Joy Williams and Donald Steven Horton of Statesboro Jan. 9. • Cassie was born to Tyneisha Terrell Lattimore of Sylvania Jan. 9. • Teriah was born to Shaqueta Gabrielle Butler and Tyresse Leon Saunders of Sylvania Jan. 9. • Lincoln was born to Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Donald and Rachael Lynn Smisson of Swainsboro Jan. 9. • Phillip was born to Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Samuel and Monica Lee Jones of Midville Jan. 10.

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• Dawson was born to Mr. and Mrs. Bradley Lee and Chelsea Griffin of Statesboro Dec. 15. • Scarlett was born to Ashley Nicole Wright and Robert Dale Hodgson of Statesboro Dec. 15. • Oliver was born to Mr. and Mrs. Allen Nelson Battles of Statesboro Dec. 16. The mother is the former Amanda Mullaney. • Canaan was born to Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Ryan Goff of Statesboro Dec. 16. The mother is the former Bayleigh Hall. • Stone was born to Kimberly A'Aliyah Johnson of Statesboro Dec. 16. • Preston was born to Mr. and Mrs. Pernall Montrel and Cora Francis White of Statesboro Dec. 19. • Amanda was born to Angel Marie Calhoun of Perkins Dec. 20. • Addison was born to Mr. and Mrs. Jeremy Mark Cowart of Ellabell Dec. 20. The mother is the former Ashly Strickland. • Journee was born to Tinisha Lashea Morgan and Jaquan Ciscero Donaldson of Brooklet Dec. 20. • River was born to Chelsey Cierra Lastinger of Metter Dec. 20. • Korbin was born to Laura Michelle Gerrald and Kyle Dewey Monroe of Bloomingdale Dec. 20. • Bella was born to Mr. and Mrs. John Matronia and Jonna Vantreil Nelson of Statesboro Dec. 20. • David was born to Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin David and Jean Nicole

Finding Strength along an Unwelcome Journey

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Battle with Childhood Cancer Puts Life in Perspective for Polk Family

t's a club no one wants to join, even though membership is nonexclusive. Childhood cancer doesn't discriminate among families. Bank statements, educational status, denomination, race, ethnicity — none of that matters for this club. September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and cover mom Jody Polk said it's an awareness she'll have and a cause she'll support for the rest of her life because, unfortunately, she and her family received an unwanted membership to that club on her oldest daughter's third birthday. "Anna Hays started preschool on a Monday and seemed to be her normal, happy self," Jody said. "On Tuesday, when I got home with her at lunchtime, she all of a sudden screamed and said her legs hurt and she needed me to carry her inside." Jody said her daughter was somewhat lazy the rest of the afternoon but seemed better the next morning when she took her to school. However, she later found out Anna Hays wasn't acting like herself at school. A doctor's visit revealed an elevated white blood count, and by Friday, that count had doubled. "The next day, Saturday, we got a call from her pediatrician that there were more abnormalities in Anna Hays' bloodwork, and they were referring us for further observation immediately to the children's hospital in Savannah at Memorial," Jody said. "When the pediatrician told me we needed to ask for the pediatric hematologist/oncologist, I was in complete shock and dropped the phone. I

Julie Lavender knew it was cancer." In surreal motions, Jody and her

husband, Rett, headed to Savannah with Anna Hays, and by 10 o'clock

that night, their little girl had been diagnosed with leukemia, though it would be Monday — Anna Hays' birthday — before they knew the exact type: acute lymphoblastic leukemia. The month following the diagnosis was critical. "It was a very intense 30 days, with a lot of chemo and a high dosage of the steroid Dexamethasone that helped her pack on 30 pounds in one month," Jody said. The minutes and days and weeks seemed to blur as the Polk family concentrated on Anna Hays' illness. "We all dealt with it in our own personal way," she said. "It was so difficult for all of us." That included older brother William,

your body and it is moving around constantly, there is no possible way to test and visually inspect every part of your blood — so they treat you like you still have it. And the doctors and researchers believe very strongly that you do still have it somewhere." Standard protocol for most children calls for 27 months of treatment for girls and 36 months for boys, so Anna Hays continued treatment until November 2013. An element of fear accompanied the Polks throughout their unwanted journey, though at times it was more prevalent than others. "We thought she was relapsing toward the end of her treatment," Jody said. "Her blood counts were not where they were supposed to be. She kept needing blood transfusions and platelets." Last September was the first time Anna Hays was cleared to go one year between blood checks. Prior to that, she had visited the clinic once

a month for a year, then every three months. Unfortunately — yet understandably — a bit of fear and uncertainty remain. "The farther and farther we move away, the easier it gets," Jody said, but she admits that she worried a great deal with her youngest daughter, Lucy, who was born in March 2014, especially when she experienced leg cramps and pains as a toddler. Jody said she'll work the rest of her life to help find a cure for childhood cancer — and taking an active role in the local fundraiser Sisters on a Journey is one way she is doing just that. Currently, the group is selling gold bows, because gold is the color for childhood cancer awareness. "I would love for all of Statesboro to have a gold bow on their mailboxes at home and work," she said. As a member of a club that she didn't want to join, Jody said she's

learned so much. "The world we live in, it's so easy to get caught up in daily worry and stress, easy to get in a tizzy about something," she said. "When that happens to me, I feel like God reminds me where we've been. It takes something like this to show you what's really important. "At the end of the day, all that matters is that my children are healthy and happy." Huge to Jody throughout the ordeal has been the bond she's formed with other moms who have experienced similar situations. "I called a mom I'd never actually met in person during the middle of the night one time," she said. Being part of the mom club — now that's a membership she treasures, and she implores moms to reach out and encourage other mothers whenever the need arises. "There's always something you can do to support," she said.

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who was 5 when Anna Hays was diagnosed. "It was difficult to keep things normal at home and school for William," Jody said. "It wasn't too long after she was diagnosed that he broke down and asked one of us to please stay at home with him and the other go stay with Anna Hays. He had a hard time being separated from us, and he constantly begged to be able to go and see Anna Hays and stay in the hospital with her." Jody and Rett worked to spend as much time with him as possible after that, working around Rett's professional schedule with Tippins-Polk Construction Inc. and Jody's time spent at the hospital with Anna Hays. When they couldn't be with him, William spent time with Rett's parents. "I was terrified to leave Anna Hays' side," Jody said. She soon closed her monogramming and embroidery store, Josephine's, to give Anna Hays roundthe-clock care, though she continues to operate the business from home, mostly via social media. "The love, support and prayers that we received from all over, especially in Statesboro, was a huge part of what kept us going," she said. Friends and acquaintances, family and church members provided meals for months and assisted in other ways. "Rett was our rock — the one who held our family together," she said. "Everyone constantly said that we were so strong, but we really were not. We were doing the best we could to take care of Anna Hays. "When you hear your child has cancer, you are in shock, devastated beyond belief. My faith kept me going, even though it was tested throughout this journey. I knew she had a good chance to beat this, and I learned quickly that there are so many parents who are told at diagnosis that their child has very little or no chance." Jody said that, medically speaking, Anna Hays went into remission 30 days after her diagnosis, which was exactly what doctors wanted to see. "Remission with leukemia only means there is no visual sign of leukemia cells under the microscope when they smear her blood," she said. "Since you have blood all over

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“Guys and Dolls” Averitt Center for the Arts $20 • 7:30 p.m.

Genealogy Talk: “Digging into the Past” Statesboro Regional Library • 6 p.m.

Homeschool Art Statesboro Regional Library • 2 p.m.

SBCPRD Fall Sports Opening Day Mill Creek Regional Park free • 9 a.m.–noon

16 Music & Lyrics Workshop (ages 10–18) Statesboro Regional Library • 5–5:45 p.m.

Lego Club (ages 5–12) Statesboro Regional Library • 2 p.m.

“Guys and Dolls” Averitt Center for the Arts $20 • 7:30 p.m.

22 Paul Taylor Dance Company’s “Taylor 2” Whitaker Black Box Theater $25 • 7:30 p.m.

23 SBCPRD Soccer Skills Challenge Mill Creek Regional Park free • 9:30–11:30 a.m.

Shenandoah: 30th Anniversary Tour Georgia Southern PAC 52 Weeks of Giving Statesboro Regional Library • 4 p.m. $25 • 7:30 p.m.

9 “Adopt-a-Dog” Statesboro Regional Library • noon–3 p.m.

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Book to Movie Club: Teen Advisory Group TAG “The Wizard of Oz” Anime & Manga Club Meeting (ages 12–18) (ages 8–12) Statesboro Regional Library • 5:30 p.m. Statesboro Regional Library • 4 p.m. (ages 12–18) Statesboro Regional Library • 5 p.m. Genealogy Talk: “The How to Get a Job: Toddler Time (ages 2–4) Changing of Names” Interviewing Statesboro Regional Library • 2 p.m. Statesboro Regional Library • 6 p.m. Statesboro Regional Library • 10:30 a.m.

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Parents’ Night Out Averitt Center for the Arts $35 • 5:30–8 p.m.

“Guys and Dolls” Averitt Center for the Arts $20 • 7:30 p.m.

Genealogy Talk: “Digging into the Past” Statesboro Regional Library • 6 p.m.

Homeschool Art Statesboro Regional Library • 2 p.m.

SBCPRD Fall Sports Opening Day Mill Creek Regional Park free • 9 a.m.–noon

16 Music & Lyrics Workshop (ages 10–18) Statesboro Regional Library • 5–5:45 p.m.

Lego Club (ages 5–12) Statesboro Regional Library • 2 p.m.

“Guys and Dolls” Averitt Center for the Arts $20 • 7:30 p.m.

22 Paul Taylor Dance Company’s “Taylor 2” Whitaker Black Box Theater $25 • 7:30 p.m.

23 SBCPRD Soccer Skills Challenge Mill Creek Regional Park free • 9:30–11:30 a.m.

Shenandoah: 30th Anniversary Tour Georgia Southern PAC 52 Weeks of Giving Statesboro Regional Library • 4 p.m. $25 • 7:30 p.m.

9 “Adopt-a-Dog” Statesboro Regional Library • noon–3 p.m.

Eagles football vs. New Hampshire Paulson Stadium • 6 p.m.

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Reading to Rover (for new and developing readers) Statesboro Regional Library • 5 p.m.

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'm usually a big procrastinator when it comes to planning out my gardens and deck pots. After all, with two small kids and one on the way, there always seems to be something else more important to do! But lately, I can't help thinking ahead to fall. Ahh, it's glorious. As far as I'm concerned, it could be autumn everyday of the year and I'd be in my element. So, even though it may still feel like summer outside, let's get a jump start on some perfect plant combinations that will look marvelous through the end of summer into the cooler months. For our first combo, let's start with aster as our showstopper. "Aster" in Latin literally refers to "star," and its star-shaped blooms are sure to add some star power to this combo. Because there are spring, summer and fall varieties of aster, make sure that you select a cultivar that suits the fall season well. Once you've selected your favorite, try adding some Russian sage to the mix. This sage sends out delicate purple blooms on slender stalks, and it can grow quite tall, so use it for height and dimension, and plant a few of them close together so they don't flop over as they grow. For the finishing touch, round out the empty spaces in your design by using sedum as a filler. Sedum comes in a ton of varieties and shapes, colors and textures, so you can really add your own creative touch to the mix. This grouping will need a good amount of sun, so choose a well-lit space before you plant. This next winning combo groups some more artistic and whimsical fall bloomers together, starting with the classic anemone (or windflower). Anemone are great cutting flowers due to their long, sturdy stems, and their cheerful, cupped blooms in pink or white easily draw the eye for a dramatic effect. As with other popular plants, make sure you select a fall cultivar when shopping, as there are spring, summer and fall anemones

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from which to choose. For depth and texture, add to this backdrop some turtle head, so named for its budding blooms that resemble the head of a snapping turtle as they open, forming clusters of blossoming stalks that group together as they grow. Last but certainly not least, a little fall crocus goes a long way toward completing this gorgeous combo with its short, bright blue flowers. Most people think of crocuses as the first spring bloomers, and they're correct; however, fall crocus is specifically cultivated to bloom in October and November. This combo will need sun to part shade. If you're looking for something to fill in that space on the side of your home or outbuilding, why not try a climbing variety like sweet autumn clematis? Clusters of fragrant white flowers grow up to 20 feet on this vine in the cool fall weather. To add depth and texture, try pairing it with a climbing rose in a contrasting color like blue, orange or red. As before, make sure to select a variety that suits your needs as far as height, bloom time and type, as well as maintenance. Clematis and rose will do well in part sun to part shade but will tolerate more shade if necessary. Have fun with your garden combos this fall, and add your own flair and creative touch to make something magical! Erinn is part of the professional team at Ninja Lawns who seek to serve the Statesboro community and make a positive difference in the world around them.Contact Ninja Lawns online at www.ninjalawns.com.

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Why Do Book Distributions books together. Books It is hard to imagine a world without books. How would we learn? How would we escape reality for a few moments and go into a world other than our own? I did not think about these questions until I was distributing books to children here in our library and a little girl wrapped herself around my legs and happily proclaimed, “Ms. Cindy, thank you for my book! I now have a book to put on my bookshelf.” Children need books. Books inspire us to dream. Books create warm, emotional bonds between adults and children when they read

help children develop basic language skills and profoundly expand their vocabularies. Books are great friends. You are never lonely when you have a book to read. Best of all, books are free at your local library. We have several book distributions planned throughout the year. Our next event is September 23rd at 2:00. Curious George and The Man in the Yellow Hat will be here giving out books. Our goal at the Library is to put a book in every child’s hands. Cindy Hatchell Manager Youth Services

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William James Middle School • Tuesday, Aug. 29, 6–7 p.m.

Southeast Bulloch Middle School • Thursday, Sept. 14, 8:15 a.m.– 12:15 p.m. • Tuesday, Sept. 19, 6:30–7:45 p.m.

Langston Chapel Elementary School • Thursday, Aug. 31, 8–9 a.m. and 6–7 p.m. Stilson Elementary School • Monday, Sept. 11, 6–7 p.m. Langston Chapel Middle School • Tuesday, Sept. 12, 8:30–9:30 a.m. and 6–7 p.m. Julia P. Bryant Elementary School • Thursday, Sept. 14, 7:30–8:30 a.m. and 5:30–6:30 p.m. Sallie Zetterower Elementary School

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Mattie Lively Elementary School • Thursday, Sept. 21, 7:30–8:30 a.m. Nevils Elementary School • Thursday, Sept. 21, 8–9 a.m. Mill Creek Elementary School • Thursday, Sept. 21, 6–7 p.m. Brooklet Elementary School • Tuesday, Sept. 26, 8–9 a.m. Portal Middle High School • Tuesday, Sept. 26, 5:30–6:30 p.m.

The Bulloch County Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, physical handicap, religion or age in employment practices or in admission to or participation in any education programs or activities.

912.212.8500 • 150 Williams Road, Suite A Statesboro, GA 30458

Statesboro-Bulloch County Library 124 S. Main St. Statesboro, GA 30458 Monday-Thursday 9-8, Friday-Saturday 9-6

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arents and the community are encouraged to take part in Bulloch County Schools' series of annual Title I Parent Meetings in August and September. The school system has 13 Title I schools — all campuses except Southeast Bulloch High School and Statesboro High School.

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Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s September and tailgate time again. You can stop by the Mainstreet Statesboro Market before the game and stock up on all of your tailgating needs. While you are there, gather up the ingredients for this interesting spin on a grilling classic. If Bootleg Farms is all out of manchego cheese, you can substitute the regular goat cheese.

Serves 4 1 large red pepper from Market, or 2 small ones, halved and seeded 4-pack Hunter Cattle hamburger patties, from Market

1 pkg manchego or goat cheese, from Market Arugula, micro greens, or chopped fresh herb of your choice, from Market Hamburger buns

Heat grill to medium high. Toss pepper halves with oil and grill skin side down, until skin is somewhat blackened, about 3-5 minutes. Put pepper halves in a paper bag and set aside. Make indentation with thumb on thawed burger patties. Reduce the grill heat to medium, brush both sides of burgers with vegetable oil, and grill 5-6 minutes per side. Top hot burgers with a slice of manchego cheese. (If using goat cheese, you may want to put on bun or on top of peppers.) Meanwhile, retrieve peppers from bag. Remove skin and if using large pepper, cut each half in half. Place on top of cheese. Place on bun bottom, top with greens and bun top.

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Junior Open Tennis Tournament: Singles Sept. 9 and Sept. 23, 9:15 a.m. Mill Creek Tennis Complex Junior Open Tennis Tournament: Doubles Sept. 10 and Sept. 24, 3 p.m. Mill Creek Tennis Complex Camp Adventure Sept. 5, 7:50 a.m.–6 p.m. Old Julia P. Bryant Elementary School Golf (Level 1) Sept. 6–Oct. 2 Mondays/Wednesdays, 6–7 p.m. GS Golf Course $65 Learn to Swim Lessons (all ages) Beginning this month Call (912) 489-9089 for days/times

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