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March 2016 | Volume 13 | Issue 3

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Abingdon, VA

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Ken Heath 18

The Forgotten History of Plaid

March is Quinoa Month

Tresa Erickson 9

Crystal Robertson 19

Awakening: Equinection Workshop

Jan-Carol Publishing

Derby Day

JCP Believe and Achieve Award Winner

New Releases 20

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Easter Recipes 14

YWCA Bristol Easter Celebration

Magical Miniature Fairy Gardens

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April Hensley 15

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month 25

Still Sparkling in Pink Fund

Cosmetic Laser Skin Care

Susan D. Crum 16

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bingdon may be a small town, but it is big in culture and activities. Maybe you’ve already been to Abingdon to see a play at Barter Theatre or ride the Creeper Trail. If so, good for you, but you are missing out on all that Abingdon, Virginia has to offer.

Don’t worry, though, because we’ve put together a guide to set the record straight. Here you’ll find a selection of some of Abingdon’s classic establishments, new hot spots and best-kept secrets.

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Next time you are looking for a place to watch the big game, skip the chain “sports bar” with their microwaved food, and go straight to JJ’s. You don’t need to enjoy sports to enjoy JJ’s, though; the food is just that good. Nothing beats JJ’s Special Burger either if you are looking to fill up on a burger topped with pimento cheese and fried jalapeños. Their top-notch service will keep bringing you back.

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Anthony’s Desserts

Maybe you’re looking for a sweet treat for that special someone or just looking to treat yourself. Either way, pastry chef Anthony Perkins has you covered. With a diverse selection of freshly made desserts, handroasted coffees and ice creams, you’re sure to find something to satisfy your sweet tooth. The desserts change every day, so you’ll just have to stop in and taste for yourself.

284 W Main St. • M–F 11–6 Sat 11–9

Pop Ellis Soda Shoppe

Pop Ellis Soda Shoppe captures that nostalgic era of the 1950s and provides the joy of the soda shoppe to a new generation. They’ve got more than soda, too, if you’re hungry. Even President Obama stopped here in 2008 when he was on the campaign trail! We recommend the Pimento Cheese Dog and a Coke for the uninitiated.

217 W Main St. • T–Sat 11–8

Like something out of Gilmore Girls, Bone Fire is located inside the old Withers Hardware building. If you’re going to Bone Fire, you’re going there for one reason—barbeque. Specializing in Barbeque, they offer a sauce bar with at least five different types. What will really bring you back is the cornbread fritters and live music.

260 W Main St. • M–Sat 11–10 Sun 11–9

128 Pecan

Sometimes the simplest ingredients, put together well, create the best dishes. This is something owner and chef Jack Barrow has taken to heart with his restaurant. Boasting an open-door atmosphere with a hey-how-are-ya-today attitude, 128 Pecan knows the best things, like Oyster Tacos or Grilled Ribeyes, are often the simplest.

128 Pecan St. SE • T–Sat 11–9

115 Charwood Dr. | Abingdon, VA | 276.525.4999 Anthony Perkins Pastry Chef

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SHOPPING Abingdon Olive Oil Company

There is beauty in simplicity, and sometimes that beauty is delicious. You might think of the olive oil-balsamic vinegar combo as your only option, but Abingdon Olive Oil Company offers so much more! Let your culinary imagination soar with a selection of more than 53 varieties, including infused oils and fruity balsamic vinegars. Our favorite is the blackberry ginger. The combinations of flavors are endless, not too mention, healthy.

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Shady Business

Lighting can make or break a room. Why is it at the bottom of our list when decorating? Move it to the top of your list and visit Shady Business. Owner Nancy Harte has over 40 years experience in clothing, furniture and kitchen design. Shady Business has so much more than lighting, but each item will surely bring light to your home.

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They have helped hundreds of clients obtain their weight loss goals. Make an appointment. Enjoy the self-confidence that comes with looking your best.

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ACTIVITIES Abingdon Fitness

Abingdon Fitness is a superb fitness facility that employs a variety of Tabata, Yoga, Tone and Tight, Hip-Hop Cardio and even Self Defense classes! They have free-weights, MAGNUM strength equipment and Truefit Cardio machines. They are located off exit 17 in the Green Spring Center. Come by and purchase a one-day pass and check them out.

729 Cummings St. #7 • Staffed Hours: M–Th 11–7 F 11–4 Sa 9–12

William King Museum

For almost 30 years now, the William King Museum has been an integral part of the cultural fabric of Southwest Virginia. With three primary galleries, two student galleries and an artist-curated gallery, the William King Museum has the capacity to host 24 exhibits a year in addition to its 9 main exhibits. That does not even include their artist studios, reference libraries, research archives and outdoor sculpture garden. With all this, it is safe to say, every time you enter the William King Museum, there will be something new for you to see.

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The Forgotten History of Plaid

By Tresa Erickson

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f you see a plaid shirt, your thoughts may turn to the Scottish Highlands. Well, you wouldn’t be entirely wrong. Many of the plaid patterns today can be linked to the Scottish Highlands.

However, it might surprise you to learn that the Romans and the English also had a hand in the development of plaid.

The first plaid pattern appeared in ancient Rome. One of the earliest examples dates back to 33 AD and was found near the Roman Anonine Wall. Woven of white and black wool, the Roman plaid was known as Shephard Tartan because shepherds used it to shield themselves against bad weather.

The origins of today’s plaid patterns can be found in the belted plaid, the long one-piece garment worn by the Scottish Highlanders.

The fabric of the belted plaid was gathered in folds around the waist and belted with the remainder fastened across the left shoulder. The knee-length garment allowed Highlanders to hunt and work with ease.

Individual weavers designed the first belted plaids, adding in colored strands to the basic black-and-white check and creating a wide variety of patterns. Over time, the belted plaids were used to identify with regions, clans and families.

The wearing of the belted plaid took on new meaning in 1707 with the union of England and Scotland under the Act of Union.

Scots opposed to the act, many from the Highlands, began wearing belted plaids as a statement of their heritage and a reflection of their stance. In 1715, several of the men Get Ready for Easter banded together with New and rose against Spring the English governFashion ment. The government responded by forming regiments to deal with the lawlessness that had developed in the Highlands. Several regiments consisted

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of Scottish clans who were unopposed to English rule. Some of these wore their own belted plaid patterns, while others chose to wear the Black Watch Tartan, which had been created specifically for the English army.

In 1746, the English government grew tired of trying to control the lawlessness in the Highlands and made it illegal for Highlanders to own arms. A year later, it restricted the Highlanders even further by enacting the Dress Act, which prevented them from wearing any form of plaid in public. Neither act applied to Highlanders serving in the regiments or the inhabitants of the Scottish Lowlands, as that area was generally considered unopposed to English rule. Those who violated the Dress Act were punished severely. First offenders were imprisoned for six months, while second offenders were sent to an overseas work farm for seven years.

In 1783, the Dress Act was repealed, but plaid was changed forever.

William Wilson had formed a company in the Lowlands to supply the English army and the Highland regiments, as well as the inhabitants of the Lowlands, with plaid. He had invented several new patterns, many of which he had simply given numbers instead of names. Some of his patterns had become so popular in certain areas that they were referred to by that region’s name, while others were purchased by a specific person and referred to by their surname.

As the demand for plaid grew during the 1800s, many patterns and colors were standardized and the old traditions and customs of plaid were lost. The modern kilt soon replaced the belted plaid, and with the advent of the Industrial Revolution, plaid was reproduced in mass quantities and became fashionable among the English elite. Gone were the unique, handcrafted plaid patterns of the Highlands. Commercialization had made its mark.

Today there are nearly 2,000 plaid patterns. You can find just about any color and type imaginable, and many represent not only clans and families, but events, corporations and even countries. People all over the world, it seems, are mad for plaid.

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Create an Outdoor Space Is this your year to create an outdoor living area? Start now! If you love to spend time outdoors, you will be surprised that the many options available. From patio furniture to an outdoor full serviced kitchen, you can easily expand the functional area of your home and take advantage of the space you have.

Tips to start: 1. Lay down an outdoor rug. An outdoor rug helps define the space as a room and not just a collection of patio furniture.

2. Add seating. Patio seating sets typically come with a sofa, a cocktail table, and one or two chairs. This grouping makes it easy to create a conversation area. Simply arrange the seating so people face each other. You can also create your own patio set; try mixing a few chairs with a chaise lounge, with the chaise turned like a bench.

3. Create “walls.” Just as indoor rooms have walls, so should an outdoor room. One wall may be the side of your house or garage.

A wall-mounted fountain or a metal wall sculpture will work for decorations. Plants work well as walls, especially when they are in large planters. You can also create the feeling of walls just by placing things in the “corners” of your outdoor living room.

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Awakening For Women A 4-day workshop “I am a different woman as a result of your teachings! You have given me a gift that will change my life and the life of those I love.”

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t is impossible to ignore the message sent when a 1,500-pound horse turns and walks toward you. Perhaps this has never crossed your mind, but Karen Head, founder of Equinection, relies on this certainty to craft self-awareness programs that change lives. With her experienced guidance, people engage with the wondrous spirit of a horse and from this, recognize their own inner strength, insight and wisdom.

Accordingly, a grounding premise of Karen’s work is: Our ability to connect with others depends fundamentally on our ability to connect with our true selves.

This level of authentic presence and congruence impacts every aspect of our lives.

Awakening is an Equinection workshop that Head designed specifically for women to deepen self-awareness by building relationships based on integrity and the truth of who they are.

“Horses are prey animals,” she notes. “They are sensitive to body language, intention, and emotions.” Their survival rests on trusting their instincts. Horses, by their nature, are curious, forgiving and nonjudgmental. These innate qualities create aha-moments when a woman experiences authentic, immediate responses to her emotional and energetic presence.

Time and again, Head witnesses women experiencing being one with a horse. She explains, “This is when she identifies and easily releases thoughts and feelings that block her experience of joy. This is when she finds strength in her innocence and stillness within truth.” The interaction sheds light on all relationships and inspires profound personal growth.

“I have learned this one absolute in my work: personal transformation can begin in a moment of sublime connection with a horse. There are no words—just an experience of the truth of who you are. You know yourself as an essential part of the whole, unmistakably reflected in the calm and gentle eye of a horse. In this moment, one info@equinection.org fulfills a fundamental human calling to live and interact with all that is beautiful.” equinection.org For more information about Karen Head and Equinection programs, go to www.equinection.org.

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Clean from Top to Bottom CO N C R E T E S E R V I C E S

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old. Mildew. Dirt. Oil. Grime. They are not pretty, and if left long enough, they can wreak havoc on a home. Spring brings nice weather and green gunk on and around your home. Hosing away the gunk is a necessity for the health and happiness of your home, and the best way to go about it is with a pressure washer.

A pressure washer makes quick work of outside cleaning. Water is directed through a high-pressure nozzle to sweep away all of the mold, mildew, dirt, oil and grime from siding, brick, stucco, decking and more. A pressure washer is not a hose.

It is a tool, and it must be used properly to prevent damage and obtain a thorough cleaning.

You can purchase a pressure washer, or rent one for the day. Many brands are available. If you are buying a pressure washer, make sure you do your homework.

Read up on the various brands available, and choose the one that is right for you.

Generally, the more powerful the washer, the more it will cost, but the heavier jobs it will be able to tackle. Choose a model that will serve your long-term needs and your budget.

Once you get the pressure washer home, make sure you know how to use it. Read the owner’s manual, and know what pressure to use for which job. The cleaning of brick, stucco and wood siding usually requires a lighter touch (about 1,500 pounds per square inch.) The cleaning of concrete may take more.

Most exterior surfaces can be pressure washed, from decks and patios to driveways and sidewalks, to brick, stucco and siding. The key is to adjust the pressure for each surface and attack the gunk from top to bottom. Stand at least three feet away to prevent damage from intense pressure. If you have heavily soiled areas, you may want to look into using some type of cleaner and a scrub brush.

Read up on the surfaces you intend to clean and prepare accordingly. You should also take time out to prep the site. Close all windows and doors. Remove all obstacles.

Cover all plants. Then get ready to clean the surface from top to bottom, washing the dirt down. Preparation will save valuable time and energy.

Pressure washing is not hard, and doing it routinely could save you money and time later. If left long enough, gunk and grime can take a real toll on a home and cause rotting and other structural issues. It can also take a toll on your health. Don’t leave it to Mother Nature to care for the exterior of your home. A good hard rain won’t do as good of a cleaning as a pressure washer will. Borrow one, rent one or buy one, and take the time to make the surfaces on and around your home shine.

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Easy Leg of Lamb Ingredients 5½ lbs. boneless leg of lamb, tied in netting 20 cloves garlic, or more to taste garlic powder to taste 10 fresh rosemary sprigs Instructions 1. Preheat oven to 325°F. 2. Cut 20 deep slits evenly spaced around the leg of lamb without cutting the netting.

Stuff a garlic clove into each slit. Rub garlic powder over the lamb. Slice rosemary sprigs under netting evenly around the lamb. Place lamb into a roasting pan.

3. Roast in preheated oven until reddish-pink and juicy in the center for medium-rare, about 2–2½ hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 130°F. Cover in aluminum foil; rest meat until thermometer reads 135°F before carving.

Italian Easter Pizza Ingredients ½ lbs. bulk Italian sausage olive oil 1 lbs. loaf frozen bread dough, thawed ½ lbs. sliced mozzarella cheese ½ lbs. sliced cooked ham ½ lbs. sliced provolone cheese ½ lbs. sliced salami ½ lbs. sliced pepperoni 16 oz. container ricotta cheese ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese 8 eggs, beaten 1 egg 1 tsp water Instructions 1. Cook and stir Italian sausage in a skillet over medium heat, breaking the sausage into crumbles as it cooks, until well browned, 5 to 8 minutes. Drain excess grease; set sausage aside.

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2. Preheat oven to 350°F. 3. Oil the bottom and sides of a 10-inch springform pan with olive oil.

4. Cut ⅓ of the dough off the loaf and set aside under a cloth. Form the remaining ⅔ dough into a ball and roll into a 14-inch circle on a floured work surface.

5. Line the springform pan with rolled dough, allowing dough to hang over the edge by 2 inches all around.

6. Layer half the cooked Italian sausage, half the mozzarella cheese, half the ham, half the provolone cheese, half the salami and half the pepperoni into the piecrust.

7. Spoon and spread half the ricotta cheese over the layers of meat and cheeses.

8. Sprinkle half the Parmesan cheese over the ricotta.

9. Pour half the 8 beaten eggs over the layers; continue layering the remaining meats, sliced cheeses, ricotta cheese and then Parmesan cheese.

10. Pour remaining beaten eggs over the last layer of Parmesan cheese.

11. Roll out remaining piece of bread dough to a circle about 12 inches in diameter; lay the piece over the pie to form the top crust.

Roll and pinch the bottom crust overhang over the top crust to seal in the filling.

12. Beat 1 egg with water in a small bowl; brush the top of the pie with egg wash.

13. Bake pie in the preheated oven until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set, 50 to 60 minutes. A toothpick inserted into the middle of the crust should come out without raw egg.

14. Allow pie to cool in the pan for at least 25 minutes before releasing the spring and removing pie from the pan. Transfer to a serving platter and cut into wedges for serving.

Spanakopita Ingredients ½ cup vegetable oil 2 large onions, chopped 2–10 oz. packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed, drained and squeezed dry 2 Tbsp. fresh dill, chopped 2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour 2–4 oz. packages feta cheese, crumbled 4 eggs, lightly beaten salt and pepper to taste 1½–16 oz. packages phyllo dough ¾ lbs. butter, melted

Instructions 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. 2. Heat vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Slowly cook and stir onions until softened. Mix in spinach, dill and flour.

Cook approximately 10 minutes, or until most of the moisture has been absorbed.

Remove from heat. Mix in feta cheese, eggs, salt and pepper.

3. Separate one sheet of phyllo from the stack and evenly brush with a light coating of butter. Place another sheet of phyllo over the butter and press the two sheets together.

Cut the layered phyllo dough into long strips about 3 inches wide. Keep the remaining phyllo covered with plastic wrap to keep it from drying out.

4. Lay out one strip of phyllo at a time on your work surface with one of the narrow ends close to you. Place a heaping tablespoon of filling 1 inch from the end closest to you.

Fold the bottom right corner over the filling to the left edge to form a triangle. Fold the triangle up, bringing the point at the bottom left up to rest along the left edge. Turn the lower left corner over to touch the right edge. Continue turning the triangle over in this manner until you reach the end of the phyllo. Repeat with the remaining filling and phyllo dough.

5. Place filled phyllo dough triangles on a large baking sheet and brush with the remaining butter. Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 45 minutes to 1 hour.

Asparagus Side Dish Ingredients 1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed ⅔ cup water ¼ cup olive oil ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese 10 grape tomatoes, halved Instructions 1. Combine the asparagus and water in a 10 inch skillet and place over medium heat; cover. Allow the asparagus to steam until tender, about 10 minutes; drain.

2. Reduce heat to low and return the skillet to the heat.

3. Drizzle olive oil over the asparagus; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

4. Add the grape tomatoes to the skillet and replace the lid.

5. Allow to sit covered until the cheese melts and the tomatoes are slightly steamed, about 2 minutes. Source: allrecipes.com

Magical Miniature Fairy Gardens

By April Hensley

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agic. We have all felt it. Gathered around the Christmas tree with family. Seeing your baby for the first time on an ultrasound. A gentle butterfly landing on your hand. Your heart swells with joy and wonder. You want to stretch out your arms and embrace the world.

You can find this magic in gardens too. Tiny seeds erupt from the earth to grow huge watermelons and even bigger trees. A little bitty bee visiting blooms makes juicy tomatoes. Who doubts the luck of finding a rare four-leaf clover?

A fairy garden can bring magic into our daily lives. Fairies love flying free and napping in shady trees on hot summer days. We can never tame a fairy. But, like us, fairies like nice comfortable things. So to attract a fairy to your garden, or home, you have to give them a place sized just right for them.

• First, you need a cute container filled with potting soil or a cozy spot in your yard. It can be as small as a martini glass on your desk, or the focal point in your flower garden. As simple or as elaborate as you want, your fairy will love it.

• Next, give your fairy a place to relax. Accessories can be homemade or bought.

Let your imagination take control. Think about the personality of the fairy that you want to attract. Craft and thrift stores, even your yard are great places to start searching. A beach fairy will adore a place with sea shells, grasses and a tiny umbrella and towel to relax on the sand. A mountain fairy might fall in love with a mini log cabin and a cobble stone path around a small evergreen over a sleeping hound. Perhaps you may just want to give your fairy a private spot to reflect with a tiny park bench and an even tinier book to read.

• Finally, you will need some miniature plants for your fairy to tend. Moss, herbs, fairy vine, grasses, ferns, succulents, miniature flowers or any small plants you like will work. If they get too big for the garden, you will have to help your fairy gently prune them or replace with something else. Don’t forget to water the plants regularly.

It’s as simple as that! Be careful though—fairy gardens can become very addictive. As your fairy garden grows, feel the magic grow in your heart.

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‘Still Sparkling in Pink Fund’ Susan D. Crum, Founder

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usan D. Crum of Greeneville, TN is president and CEO of The Susan D. Crum Foundation. The foundation’s mission is to equip and empower individuals through faith and leadership.

In July 2013, Susan was drowning in emotion as to how she would battle through her diagnosis of breast cancer. Following a recent stroke and the loss of her parents, she was able to develop a passion to encourage, inspire and help others.

As a result, she started the Susan D. Crum Foundation in September 2014, incorporating the “Still Sparkling in Pink Fund,” which provides financial assistance to those battling breast cancer in Greeneville and Greene County.

“I am so blessed to be a survivor,” said Susan, “and I want to help others battling this terrifying and life changing disease, whether it’s through education, creating awareness or financial assistance.”

The foundation is a 501(c)(3) so gifts made to the foundation, designated to this fund, are tax deductible.

In addition to her women’s ministry program, Crum conducts personal development seminars and speaking engagements.

A portion of revenue from her seminars, speaking engagements and ministry goes to support the “Still Sparkling in Pink Fund,” in addition to private donations.

Beginning next month, Susan will be hosting a Q&A column in Voice Magazine for Women. As a single mom, stroke survivor, breast cancer survivor, having lost both parents, worked in business/industry, non-profit, higher education, an author and now an entrepreneur, Susan can respond to many issues, utilizing her own experiences.

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Wearing of the Green On St. Patrick’s Day (March 17) it is customary to wear shamrocks and/or green clothing or accessories (the “wearing of the green”).

St. Patrick is said to have used the shamrock, a three-leaved plant, to explain the Holy Trinity to the pagan Irish. This story first appears in writing in 1726, though it may be older. Source: wikipedia.org

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rowing up on Fairground Hill, our little neighborhood had a choice of “walk to” churches, one Methodist, the other Nazarene. As kids, we didn’t know much difference. We’d bounce from one to the other, depending upon who had the best gig going that weekend. The Nazarenes did elaborate Christmas plays, but the Methodists had Scouts and a huge yard for the annual Easter Egg hunt.

On Easter Sunday, we’d all go to the 11 o’clock service, boys in knee shorts and girls in cute dresses tied at the waist with bright bows.

We’d twist and turn in those hard pews while our parents and grandparents sang those familiar hymns about power in the blood and walking in the garden alone. And finally, like prisoners released from a life sentence, we’d rush out those huge red doors and find a never-ending yard polka-dotted with brightly colored eggs. It was a treasure hunt! We’d laugh and tumble and snatch and grab, until the lawn was picked clean, then we’d count our bounty. We’d carry home the ones we didn’t break, to take turns hiding them in our own yards with our siblings and our buddies.

One particular Easter was early in the year. Knowing the lawn, still soaked from melted snow, wasn’t fit for a bunch of kids to be rolling around in their Sunday best, the preacher wisely decided to divide the eggs and hand them out at the end of the service.

We ran home, ramped up from an hour of doing our best to sit somewhat still, and were ready to hunt Easter eggs. Our parents must have gotten more than the Good Word that

morning, because they followed the minister’s lead and wouldn’t let us go outside.

Life was over! Easter with no egg hunt!

But my mom and dad finally compromised, allowing us to have our fun in the basement.

Off we went, taking turns hiding and finding, hiding and finding, until we were too tired to do it anymore. We came back upstairs, carrying baskets loaded with those eggs, and everything—kids, clothes, baskets and eggs—was covered in a layer of basement dirt and coal dust from the furnace. My mom was cool about it as she tossed our eggs and baskets into the trash can, while pointing us to the bathroom to get cleaned up before supper.

Not one person thought to count the eggs.

But, we really didn’t have to, because, soon enough, one egg let us know it had won the “hide and seek” portion of the contest. One of the taller kids had tired of the same old hiding spots and had precariously perched an Easter egg on the tip-top of the open cinder block wall, that surrounded the coal bin. And it had silently slipped in and disappeared that rainy Easter afternoon.

By Wednesday, my dad was convinced our dog had gotten into some sour food.

By the following Wednesday, he was certain we’d burst a sewer pipe. By the next weekend, my old man was considering burning down the house to escape the eye-watering smell.

Finally, like our own time here on earth, the “basement perfume” eventually faded. It was soon forgotten, only to be a fond memory. But I’m proud to know the legacy of The Fairground Hill Gang is here for all time. Sometime, somebody’s going to knock down that old coal bin wall in the house where I grew up, and there it’ll be— the forever reminder of a misspent youth.

Somewhere deep within the recesses of that old block wall, lies the remains of a petrified, Methodist, Easter egg. Happy Easter!

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The top item on my bucket list is: to travel around the world. I love learning about different cultures and climates and there is nothing better than experiencing it all first hand.

March is Quinoa Month: 8 things you should know about quinoa

By Crystal Robertson

1. It’s delicious. Quinoa (pronounced “keenwah”) has a subtle nutty taste that goes well with all kinds of ingredients. Some foods are powerhouse foods—packed with nutrition and flavor, and quinoa is definitely one of those foods 2. Its possibilities are endless. The nutty flavor is a nice complement to any recipe.

Eat it as a breakfast cereal, toss it into salads, mix it into burgers, substitute it for noodles in pasta dishes, create quinoa “cakes” with veggies or throw it in some savory soups. You can also use it as a substitute for rice or potatoes.

3. It’s high in protein. It’s not surprising that quinoa supports good health, as it’s one of the only plant foods that is a complete protein, offering all nine essential amino acids. Quinoa grains have an unusually high ratio of protein to carbohydrate, since the germ makes up about 60% of the grain. (Wheat germ comprises less than 3% of a wheat kernel.) Quinoa is also highest of all the whole grains in potassium, which helps control blood pressure.

4. It’s gluten free, which makes it extremely useful to the celiac community and to others who may be sensitive to more common grains such as wheat—or even to all grains in the grass family.

5. Wash before use. Quinoa grows with a bitter coating, called saponin, that fends off pests and makes quinoa easy to grow without chemical pesticides. While most quinoa sold today has this bitter coating removed, an extra rinse is a good idea to remove any residue.

6. It comes in different forms. Just like corn, it can be puffed or rolled into flakes or you can buy it whole.

7. It’s actually a seed. Quinoa has quickly become a favorite of whole grain cooks, because its tiny grains are ready to eat in just 15 minutes! You can tell when it’s done, because you’ll see that little white tail—the germ of the kernel—sticking out.

8. It’s in your grocery store. As this ancient food of the Incas has gained in popularity, it’s no longer limited to local health food stores. You can now find it at all traditional grocery stores. It comes in a rainbow of colors, but you’re most likely to see red, black and white.

To help you explore the wonderful ways that quinoa can be cooked and enjoyed, here are some of my favorite quinoa recipes.

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She is a Master’s candidate at ETSU College of Public Health and an aspiring “disease detective.”

When Ms. Robertson is not studying, she spends time making jewelry, hiking, and trying to visit every National Park in the U.S. You can reach her at crystalr501@gmail.com.

Moroccan Harira (Bean Soup) Ingredients 6 cups beef stock 1 cup dry lentils 1 Tbsp. olive oil, or to taste 1 onion, chopped 1 cinnamon stick 1 tsp minced fresh ginger root 1 tsp ground turmeric 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp ground black pepper 15 oz. can garbanzo beans, drained 15 oz. can red kidney beans, rinsed and drained 14 oz. can diced tomatoes 1 cup cooked quinoa 1 bunch flat-leaf parsley leaves and thinner stems, chopped 1 bunch cilantro leaves and thinner stems, chopped 1 lemon, or to taste, juiced

Curried Quinoa Veggie Bowl Ingredients Cauliflower: 2 Tbsp. coconut oil, melted 1 Tbsp. garam masala or curry powder 1 tsp ground cumin ½ tsp salt 1 large head cauliflower, separated into florets Quinoa: 1 Tbsp. coconut oil 1 clove garlic ½ cup chopped onion 1 cup quinoa 2 cups Unsweetened Coconut milk 1½ tsp curry powder ½ tsp salt 1 cup fresh or frozen peas Toasted coconut flakes, for garnish

Instructions 1. Stir beef stock and lentils together in a large pot; bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and keep at a simmer while preparing onion.

2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onion, cinnamon stick, ginger, turmeric, cumin and black pepper in the hot oil until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes; add to stock mixture.

3. Pour garbanzo beans, kidney beans, tomatoes and quinoa into the stock mixture; stir and bring mixture to a boil. Stir parsley and cilantro into the stock mixture; reduce heat to low and cook mixture at a simmer until the lentils are tender, about 45 minutes. Drizzle lemon juice over the soup before serving.

Instructions 1. Preheat oven to 450°F. Whisk together melted coconut oil, garam masala, cumin and salt in a large bowl. Add cauliflower and toss until well coated.

2. Arrange on a baking sheet and bake until tender, about 35 minutes.

3. Meanwhile, melt 1 Tbsp. coconut oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

4. Add garlic and onion and sauté for 5 minutes, until transparent.

5. Add quinoa and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring often.

6. Add Silk, curry powder and salt, bringing mixture to a boil.

7. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover and cook for 20 minutes.

8. Remove from heat and stir in peas.

9. Spoon into bowls and top with roasted cauliflower and toasted coconut, if desired. Source: allrecipes.com

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WCA Bristol will host the 13th Annual Easter Eggstravaganza on Saturday, March 18 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The fun-filled morning will take place at the YWCA, located at 106 State St. in Bristol, TN. The event features beautiful homemade Easter crafts, specialty themed Easter baskets, and delicious baked goods for sale. You can also get a picture with the Easter Bunny and enjoy a tasty pancake breakfast. The cost is $5 for adults and $3 for children 10 and under. The price of admission includes breakfast and a photograph with the Easter Bunny.

Proceeds from the event benefit YWCA Bristol’s McGlothlin-Street Children’s Center, the area’s only sliding-scale fee childcare. The YWCA Children’s Center provides daycare and early childhood education for children ages 6 weeks—Pre-K. The YWCA Children’s Center is licensed by the State of Tennessee and is “3-Star” rated—the highest rating available for daycare centers.

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ardwood floors are all the rage these days, and most people prefer them au naturel. The hardwood floors in your house may not be in good enough condition to be refinished or be mismatched from various repairs made over the years. In instances like these, the best option might be to paint the hardwood.

In the 1700s, it was not uncommon to find hardwood floors painted white, yellow, red or green. Paint protected the wide planks of wood from the hard-soled boots and shoes worn by people of the time.

Today, painted hardwood floors are starting to make a comeback, and the key to durability is the layering of thin coats. Three thin coats of paint layered on top of each other will wear better than one thick coat of paint.

Painting hardwood floors is no different than painting any other surface.

You can paint it all one color or multiple colors for a different look. You can create faux finishes or patterns if you wish. Who doesn’t like the look of a black and white checked floor? Painted hardwood floors not only look nice, but also can solve some design issues. A big geometric pattern can make a small room look larger, while vertical stripes can lengthen a room.

When painting hardwood floors, think about color as well as pattern. Consider using various finishes and glazes for unique designs. Love the look of marble but cannot afford it? No problem. Hire an artist to create the look of a marbled floor with paint.

For the best results, you will want to prep the floor well. Sand it down with 150-grit sandpaper. Repair all cracks and depressions. Then wash the floor to remove all dirt, dust, and debris. Allow the floor to dry, and then apply a primer. Give the primer ample time to dry, and then sand the floor lightly with 220-grit sandpaper for better adherence. Wipe down the floor again, and apply a thin coat of paint with a natural-bristle brush for a smooth finish. Allow the paint to dry for 24 hours, and then apply another coat. Repeat twice more, and add a couple coats of polyurethane for protection. Otherwise, heavy foot traffic will wear down the paint quickly, and give your floors a soft patina. Give the polyurethane six months to cure and apply one final coat.

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Safe Obedience “If you obey my commands, you will remain in my love, just as I have obeyed my Father’s commands and remain in his love.” John 15:10

By Leslie Snyder

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’ve often wondered if my kids listen to the many reminders I give them about obedience. More than once (a day, sometimes) I hear myself repeat the words, “when I ask you to do something, I expect you to do it the first time.”

Some years ago, we were walking out of a favorite fast food restaurant on our way to a school concert. We exited the door by the drive thru lane. One daughter was on my right, one on my left, and the baby in my arms. As we approached the curb, I noticed that the large SUV in the drive-thru lane was not slowing down, nor did the driver seem to notice us. With one free hand, I grabbed the daughter on my right but had to yell “Stop!” to the one on my left. She froze as the SUV continued driving inches away from her; the driver finally noticed

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my daughter in her rear view mirror. Without a doubt, immediate obedience saved my daughter’s life.

Most people don’t like the practice of obedience, especially once we reach adulthood. We strive to be independent, making our own choices, uninfluenced by others. Yet, obedience is what Christ requires of us. King James Version (KJV) 1 John 5:2 reads, “By this we know that we love the children of God, when we love God and obey his commandments.” Obedience is so important to God that Saul lost his kingdom due to disobedience. (1 Samuel 15:22) We can freely choose obedience or disobedience. Choosing obedience isn’t about mindlessly following rules and hoping when this life is through, we have been more obedient than disobedient.

Choosing obedience is coming to the place in our lives when we learn that to do what God asks of us is to trust that He knows what is best. Walking in obedience is the safest path for our journey.

It all boils down to a matter of the heart. When our lives are touched and changed by God, we have the power to say “yes” to obedience. Sure, we might stumble and fall along the way, but with God’s Spirit within us, we can get up, dust ourselves off, and get back on the right path. Today, I encourage you to place your trust in God, demonstrated by a life of obedience! Source: homeword.com

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There are two main types of lymphomas: Hodgkin lymphoma (HL) (formerly referred to as Hodgkin’s lymphoma) and Non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Certain symptoms are not specific to lymphoma and are, in fact, similar to those of many other illnesses. People often first go to the doctor because they think they have a cold, the flu or some other respiratory infection that does not go away.

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month I

n our region, we have a special facility created out of a need for ‘brain injury’ awareness and survival of traumatic brain injury. Located in Limestone, Tennessee, The Crumley House opened its doors in the summer of 1992.

Although from afar this may have looked like the beginning, the dream that became a reality was born in 1981. On a September afternoon, the lives of then 14-year-old Lori Beth Ford and her family were dramatically and forever changed. Following a tragic automobile accident, this beautiful and vibrant teenager became a brain injury survivor.

After several weeks in a coma, Lori Beth awakened with a frontal lobe injury to her brain. She was unable to walk, speak, or eat. The accident ended years of ballet, horseback riding, cheerleading, and many other outstanding endeavors.

However, it did not end her life. The goals changed but the drive and support of her family did not. Ms. Barrett, who knew very little on the subject of traumatic brain injury, did not hesitate. She immersed herself in Lori’s hands-on rehabilitation and recovery. She discovered throughout the process that there was a crucial missing link in the rehabilitation cycle. There was no place to support the transition between acute rehabilitation, community reentry, and independent living skills. From this idea grew what is now The Crumley House.

Through grant money and private fundraising, she turned her own family’s pain into a resource for the entire region. The Crumley House began as an act of love and continues to be for its members and their families.

Join them in show of your support: Joggin’ for the Noggin’ 2016. Sign up for Joggin’ For The Noggin’ 5K Run/Walk to Benefit The Crumley House. The event will be held on March 26 at 10:00 at The Crumley House in Limestone, TN. For information, call 423.483.8764.

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March—Women’s History Month The roots of National Women’s History Month go back to March 8, 1857, when women from New York City factories staged a protest over working conditions. International Women’s Day was first observed in 1909, but it wasn’t until 1981 that Congress established National Women’s History Week to be commemorated the second week of March. In 1987, Congress expanded the week to a month.

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March is Nutrition Month: Good Nutrition = Good Skin

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ne of the biggest motivations to adopt a more nutritious diet is the desire to improve skin health. Many people of all ages struggle with skin conditions such as acne, rosacea, dry skin, wrinkles and sun damage, among others. This can be very upsetting for those who have yet to find a solution to their problematic skin. The consumption of certain vitamins, minerals and other beneficial compounds in the diet is one of the most effective ways to treat skin conditions and improve the look and feel of one’s skin.

Vitamin A

Vitamin A, or retinol, is one of the most widely used nutrients for healthy skin. Synthetic retinoids have been used as effective treatments for severe acne and psoriasis since the 1980s, demonstrating how useful vitamin A can be in treating problem skin. One common sign for vitamin A deficiency is rough, dry skin, which often first appears as rough, raised bumps on the back of the arms.

Zinc

Zinc is an essential mineral that is an imperative part of many physiological functions, including structure in certain proteins and enzymes, and regulation of gene expression. It plays a role in immune function, protein synthesis, wound healing, DNA synthesis and cell division. In skin, zinc assists in the proper structure of proteins and cell membranes, improves wound healing, has anti-inflammatory effects and protects against UV radiation.

Vitamin C

Vitamin C has been known for decades to play a crucial role in the regulation of the structural protein collagen, which is necessary for the extracellular stability of the skin. A vitamin C deficiency causes scurvy, which is first manifested as rough, dry skin and corkscrew hair growth. Increasing the amount of vitamin C in the diet can contribute to improved skin health and faster healing. Vitamin C has an important role in wound healing and can improve the proper formation of strong scar tissue.

Eat Breakfast

Start your morning with a healthy breakfast that includes lean protein, whole grains, fruits and vegetables.

Make Half Your Plate Fruits and Vegetables

Fruits and veggies add color, flavor and texture plus vitamins, minerals and fiber to your plate. Make 2 cups of fruit and 2½ cups of vegetables your daily goal.

Be Active

Regular physical activity has so many health benefits. Start by doing what exercise you can for at least 10 minutes at a time. Adults should get two hours and 30 minutes per week.

Eat Seafood Twice a Week

Seafood—fish and shellfish—contains a range of nutrients including healthy omega-3 fats. Salmon, trout, oysters and sardines are the highest in omega-3s and lower in mercury.

Cut Back on Added Sugars

Foods and drinks with added sugars can contribute empty calories and little or no nutrition. Source: www.webmd.com

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Dermatology Associates Offers New Treatment U ntil recently, if anyone was looking to achieve a slim, trim and well defined chin, surgery with anesthesia was the best option. Now, there is a new injectable treatment available to improve your chin profile. If you’re bothered by moderate submental fullness, commonly referred to as “double chin,” Dermatology Associates may have the solution for you! Kybella™ is the first and only FDA-approved nonsurgical treatment that contours and improves the appearance of submental fullness. With Kybella™ we can customize a treatment program to help you achieve your aesthetic goals.

Submental fullness is a common yet undertreated concern that affects both men and women. Sometimes, no matter how much you diet or exercise, the condition persists and can make you look heavier and older than you really are. Genetics and the aging process can play a big role in whether you have a double chin. Kybella™ provides a new option to consider for individuals who are not ready for a surgical fix, but are looking for a solution to get rid of fat beneath the chin.

So what exactly is Kybella™? and how does it work? Kybella™ is identical to deoxycholic acid, which is produced in our bodies naturally. This acid helps the body absorb fats. When properly injected into submental fat, it causes lysis (i.e. it destroys the cell membrane).

The fatty cell then releases its contents, and the body metabolizes the fatty contents as normal. Once destroyed, these cells cannot store or accumulate fat. The procedure is available on an outpatient basis, and patients can receive up to six single treatments, no less than one month apart. Most patients will need 2–4 treatments over a period of 3–6 months. Each nonsurgical treatment session with Kybella™ typically lasts about 20–30 minutes. Once the aesthetic goal is achieved, retreatment or maintenance treatments are not expected.

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Treatment with Kybella™ should only be provided by licensed health care professionals such as Dermatology Associates’ board certified physicians. It is important to keep in mind that the treatment of fat outside of the submental area with Kybella™ is not recommended or approved by the FDA. The most common side effects of Kybella™ include swelling, bruising, pain, numbness, redness and areas of hardness in the treatment area. With Kybella™ treatments, a more refined chin and neck may be noticeable after as few as 2 treatments and will last for years, which means that touch-ups after your initial series of treatments are unnecessary.

You may be asking yourself, “Is Kybella™ right for me?”

Chances are that it is if you are bothered by the fullness under your chin, feel that the condition makes you look older or heavier than you actually are and would like to avoid surgery. Remember: if your main concern is weight loss, you may not be a good candidate for Kybella™. You shouldn’t view this procedure as a way to lose weight.

Also, patients with a lot of excess skin under the chin and neck are poor candidates for Kybella™ treatments.

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Caring for Aging Parents and Other Elderly Seniors

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aring for an aging parent, elderly spouse, domestic partner, or close friend presents difficult challenges—especially when a crisis hits and you are suddenly faced with the responsibilities of elder care. Perhaps your aging mother has fallen, is hospitalized with a broken hip and needs to go to a rehab facility, or nursing home to recover.

Caregiving can also begin as a result of a series of unsettling mishaps. There are warning signs that indicate a need for longterm senior care. Perhaps your elderly spouse has wandered off and gotten lost several times, or a long-time friend has lost a lot of weight and rarely leaves home.

You may be the only person to step in and become the caregiver, or you may be the backbone of the network of family members and friends willing to help care for your elderly senior.

Whatever the situation, you may not be sure of the next step, or even the first step.

assisted living preferred over a nursing home? What challenges does your loved one’s condition pose? What is the best way to access community elder care resources? How will you manage it all—and still maintain a life of your own?

Watch out for financial scams.

Financial abuse of the elderly has, sadly, become a growing industry during the nation’s tough economic times. Make sure your parents are protected from making hasty, poor and expensive financial decisions.

Consider professional help.

If your parent’s needs are extensive and challenging, consider hiring a geriatric-care manager who can put together a care plan for you and can often identify community resources to reduce your own expenses and time.

Have “the conversation.”

Make sure you understand what your parents want should you wind up with the legal power and responsibility to make decisions for them. This conversation may be uncomfortable for both of you, but it is essential. If you don’t know the ins and outs of a power of attorney, a living will or a healthcare proxy—and few people do—find an eldercare expert, or attorney to help.

Questions to know the answer to.

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