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December 2010
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About the Cover...............................................................5Health & Fitness: Holiday Travel.......................................6 Calendar of Events.........................................................8, 11Relationships: Making the Holidays Happy...................12 Family Focus: Eating Disorders..........................................14 Home Improvement: Wood Burning Stoves.................16 Feature Photographer: Brigette Carruth.......................18 Home & Design: Holiday Entertaining.........................18Finance: Everything Old is New.....................................20Medical: Safe & Happy Holiday.......................................22Seasonal: College Football Bowl Schedule....................24 More About the Cover....................................................25 Community: Cops 4 Kids................................................26Travel: New Year’s Eve Southern Style.............................28 Outdoor: Loggerhead Turtles........................................29 Seasonal: The Advent......................................................30 Letter from the Editors....................................................32Pets: Holiday Treats..........................................................33 December Crossword......................................................34 What’s Cookin’: Merry Cranberry.................................34
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The�Felix�family,�Joey,�Jenny,�Joe,�Abbie�and�Mary�Beth�all�share�a�love�for�Christmas�and� celebrating� the� birth� of� Jesus� Christ.� Each� year,� and� during� the� month� of�November,�they�prep,�plan�and�put�up�the�over�70,000�lights�and�displays,�with�184�channels�of�computer�animation,�and�a�whole�lot�of�amps�for�their�annual�Christmas�lights�extravaganza.
The�Felix’s�are�residents�of�Dallas�and�have�lived�in�Paulding�for�the�past�seven�years.�Joey� is�originally� from�New�Castle,�Pennsylvania�and�Jenny�was�born�and�raised� in�Mableton.�They�met�while�teaching�at�the�same�school,�and�have�been�married�for�nine�years.�Their�three�children�are�Joe,�who�is�8�years�old�and�in�3rd�grade,�and�their�twins,�Abbie�and�Mary�Beth,�who�are�6�years�old�and�in�Kindergarten.�In�addition,�they�have�four�cats�and�two�dogs.�Their�cat,�Bella,�decided�she�was�not�going�to�be�left�out�and�planted�herself�into�our�cover�shot.
Joey�is�a�6th�grade�Social�Studies�teacher�at�East�Paulding�Middle�School.�He�says�he�loves�being�around�the�children,�interacting�with�them�and�trying�to�make�a�differ-ence�in�young�people’s�lives.�Jenny�teaches�6,�7,�and�8th�grade�PE�at�Lost�Mountain�Middle�School.�She�says�she�enjoys�seeing�the�“aha�moment”�–�the�moment�when�a�student�has�mastered�a�skilled�they�have�been�working�on.����
Joey�and�Jenny�have�been�decorating�their�home�with�lights�since�2000,�adding�com-puter�animation�since�2006.�When�asked�about�the�inspiration�to�put�up�more�than�a�few�Christmas�lights,�Joey�says,�“I�have�a�deep�love�for�Christmas,�I�always�have.�Some�of�my�fondest�memories�as�a�child�were�pulling�out�the�decorations,�putting�up�the�tree,�and�stringing�the�lights.�I�think�what�inspires�me�the�most�to�put�up�more�lights�is� the� memories� that� I� am� creating� for� my� children� and� everyone� else� that� comes�to� view� the� light�display.”� Jenny� says�her� inspiration� is,� “Seeing�people’s� reactions�when�they�come�to�view�the�display.�For�one�month�a�year�we�get�a�chance�to�make�Christmas�a�little�extra�special�for�others.”
To� take�on�a� job�of� this�magnitude,� they�begin� to�put�up� lights� toward� the�end�of�October.� It� takes� about� three� to� four�weeks� to� set�up,� and� they� spend� an� average�of� four� to� six� hours� daily� setting� up� the� display.� They� also� spend� countless� hours�throughout�the�year�making�new�items�for�the�display,�working�on�new�and�current�displays,�and�sequencing�the�songs�which�they�use�for�the�show.�They�are�very�grate-ful�to�the�many�neighbors�and�friends�who�have�helped�out�through�the�years.
Although�Joey�doesn’t�have�a�preferred�display,�his�favorite�thing�is�the�ability�to�ani-mate�the�lights�and�have�them�“dance”�with�the�music.�For�those�who�know�Jenny,�guessing�her�favorite�display�is�easy.�She�is�a�huge�fan�of�Elton�John,�so�her�favorite�is�the�big�talking�Elton�John�head.�The�Felix’s�live�in�Oliver�Place�Subdivision�off�Dallas-Acworth�Highway.�Display�hours�are� from� 6pm-10:30pm� Sunday-Thursday� and� Friday-Saturday� 6pm-11:30pm� with�extended� hours� the� week� of� Christmas.� They� accept� donations� for� the� American�Cancer�Society’s�Relay�for�Life.��
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your� holiday� travel.� One�thing� to� do� is� arranging�your� travel� plans.� Many�will� have� the� benefit� of�flying�to�their�destination�when� traveling.� Be� care-ful� choosing� a� less� desir-able� fight� time� to� save�a� few� bucks.� As� nice� as�that� sounds,� it� can� affect�your� “hard� earned”� exer-cise�gains.�Here�are�a�few�tips�to�stave�off�the�affects�flying� can� have� on� your�body:
Book an early arrival�-�because�fatigue�can�be�brought�on�by�flying,� it� is�a�good�idea�to�plan�a�daytime�arrival.�This�will�give�you�time�to�get�out�and�exercise�with�a�walk�or�some�other�outdoor�activity�before�going�to�bed.
Stay hydrated� -�even�though�airlines�condition�the�air,�I�think�you�will�find�it�to�be�extremely�dry�in�flight.�Not�to�mention�how�stingy� they�can�be�with�beverage�cart.�Drink�plenty�of�water�before�boarding�and�try�to�drink�at�least�a�bottle�(8�oz)�every�hour�of�flight�time.
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you� are� drinking� all� that�water,� well....� you� know.�Sitting� for� long� periods�can� make� your� back� and�leg�muscles�rigid.�Walking�will�keep�them�loose�and�keep� the� blood� circulat-ing.� If� you’re� not� fortu-nate� to� fly� first� class,� get�an� exit� window� seat� for�the�extra�leg�room.
If� your� holiday� travels�won’t� be� in� the� air,� the�same� rules� apply.� Make�sure� you� bring� plenty�of� water� in� the� car,� stop�
every�hour�or�hour�and�a�half�to�stretch�those�muscles.�On�longer�trips�which�require�more�than�a�day,�plan�lay-over�stops�to�begin�while�there�are�still�daylight�hours.
Now�that�you�are�in�a�foreign�location�-�foreign�to�your�normal�daily�habits�-�I’m�sure�you�will�find�yourself�lazing�around�with�nothing�to�do.�Well,�don’t�let�that�get�in�the�way� of� a� good� exercise� program.� You’ve� taken� extraor-dinary�measures� to�put� into�place� an�exercise� regimen�that�keeps�you�looking�great�and�in�top�condition,�why�throw�that�away�for�a�few�days�or�weeks�of�holiday�travel.�There’s�plenty�to�do.
You� should� try� finding� a�way� to�workout� at� least� every�three�days�of�your�travel.�Add�strength�training�and�aero-
bic�activity.�It’s�ok�if�you�can’t�make�your�typical�workout�schedule,�but� it� is� important�to�at� least�maintain�a�por-tion�of�it.�If�you�can,�try�to�work�aerobically�at�least�one�half� to�one�third�of�your�regular�schedule,�keeping�the�normal�intensity�level.�Also,�make�sure�you�keep�strength�training�in�the�picture�by�addressing�it�once�per�week.
So,�how�do�you�find�a�way�to�implement�your�exercise�program� while� away� from� home?� First,� locate� a� gym�nearby�to�where�you�are�staying.�Most�gyms�have�some�form�of�day�pass�that�will�allow�you�to�use�their�facility�without�being�a�member.�See�if�a�relative�has�a�member-ship�that�allows�visitors.�Encourage�them�to�go�with�you;�what� better� way� to� show� you� care� then� to� encourage�your�loved�ones�to�stay�healthy.�
If�there�are�no�facilities�nearby,�you�can�purchase�travel�exercise�equipment� that�can�be�packed�with�you.�Most�travel�exercise�equipment,�you�will� find,�will� consist�of�several�elastic�bands�-�ranging�in�resistive�strength�-�with�grips�that�will�allow�you�to�keep�your�strength�training�going.�For� the� aerobics,� there’s� always� the� front� door.� Step�outside�and�go�for�a�run.�Chasing�the�kids�around�inside�the�house�isn’t�enough.�Take�them�outside�and�see�if�you�can�keep�up�with� them�as� you� chase� them�around� the�block�(several� times).� Jumping� jacks�are�a�good�way� to�jump�start�your�cardiovascular�system�and�can�be�done�indoors.�Don’t�be�lazy�with�them;�remember�to�maintain�the�aerobic�intensity�of�your�normal�workout.�
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***PLEASE NOTE – Dates, times and locations are always subject to change prior to printing. ��������������������������������������������������������������������������CHRISTMAS LIGHT AND MUSIC SHOW -�The�Home�of�the�Felix�FamilyDecember�1-30;�Weekdays�6pm-10pm�and�Weekends�6pm-11pmOur�December�cover�family,�the�Felix’s�are�hosting�their�annual�display�of�over�70,000�Christmas�lights.�This�animated�light�show�is�choreographed�to�music,�and�can�be�heard� through�your� car’s� radio�at�100.9FM.�They�are� located� in�Oliver� Place� Subdivision� off� Dallas-Acworth� Highway.� For� more� info,� email�[email protected].
BASEBALL REGISTRATION�–�Sara�Babb�ParkDecember�1st�–�Early�RegistrationOn�site�registration�will�be�from�January�3-31st.� �Open�to�ages�3-18.�All�reg-istration� fees� will� include� 2� uniform� shirts� and� a� baseball� cap.� Visit� www.DallasGaBaseball.com�for�more�information.
PAULDING CHAMBER - GEORGIA POWER LUNCHEONPaulding�County�Senior�Community�CenterDecember�2;�Thursday�11:30�to�1:00pm�Guest� Speaker:� Ralph� Reed� President� of� Century� Strategies.� $15/members,�$25/non-members.�For�info�visit�pauldingchamber.org�or�call�770-445-6016.
5th ANNUAL CITY OF HIRAM-CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING�December�3;�Friday�6pm�-�10pm�Live�Nativity,�pictures�with�Santa,�live�music,�food�and�more.�Great�fun�for�the�whole�family.�For�more�info�email�Cynthia�at�[email protected].
CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE�–�Christmas�is�our�BusinessDecember��4,�5,�11,�12;�Saturday�and�Sunday�from�11am-6pmIn� the� home� of� Curtis� and� Brenda� Roquemore� of� Benwater� subdivision,� are� over�22�beautifully�designed�Christmas�trees,�florals�and�more.�Admission�$5/adults;�$2/Children�5-12;�proceeds�benefit�St.� Jude�Children’s�Hospital.� (No�Cameras�Please)�For�more�info�or�directions�call�678-457-4434�or�678-324-8202.��
18th ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARADE December�4;�Saturday�2�pm�The�Paulding�County�Rotary�Club�and�Civitan�Club�are�hosting�their�annual�Christmas�Parade.�The�theme�is�“Bringing�Joy�to�Children�at�Christmas”.�For�info�or�to�partici-pate�email�[email protected].
“TWO FROM GALILEE”�–�Christmas�MusicalDecember�4�and�5;�Saturday�and�Sunday�6pmPresented�by�First�Baptist�Church�of�Lithia�Springs,�“Two�from�Galilee”�is�a�diverse�Broadway�styled�musical�that�shares�the�Christmas�Gospel�story�in�a�very�unique�way.�FBCLS�is�located�at�3566�Veterans�Memorial�Highway�in�Lithia�Springs.�For�more�info�contact�Kerry�Jenkins�at�770-948-2126�or�[email protected]
DALLAS DANCE PRESENTS…THE NUTCRACKER December�3�and�4;�Friday�7pm�and�Saturday�at�6pmFor� more� info� on� ticket� prices,� call� the� box� office� at� 678-363-0813� or� visit� www.�������dallastheater-civiccenter.com.
FAMILY CHRISTMAS CONCERT�–�West�Atlanta/Douglas�Choral�Society�December�7;�Tuesday�8pm24th� annual� Family� Christmas� Concert.� Douglas� County� High� School� Mashburn�Theater,� 8705�Campbellton�Street,�Douglasville.� LIMITED�SEATING;� tickets� can�be�purchased�for�$10�at�Kroger�(Douglasville),�from�a�Choral�member�or�at�the�door;�if�available.�For�more�information�visit�WADCS.org.
4TH ANNUAL PET LOSS MEMORIAL AND CANDLELIGHT SERVICE December�8;�7pm�–�NorthStar��Church�in�KennesawSpecial� memorial� service� to� honor� family’s� lost� pets� and� hosted� by� Dream� Land�Pet�Memorial.�A�tribute�DVD,�featuring�a�photo�of�every�pet,�will�be�shown�as�well.�Commemorative�porcelain�photo�ornament�with� your�pet’s�photo:� $25.�A�portion�will� be� donated� to� local� rescue� organizations.�For� more� information,� to� order� an�ornament,�or�to�include�your�pet’s�photo�on�the�tribute�DVD,�please�contact�Jill�at�678-594-0041�or�at�[email protected].
PAULDING BUSINESS ASSOC. LUNCHEON�–�Stars�and�StrikesDecember�9;�Thursday�11:30am-1pmGuest�Speaker:�Ken�Thigpen,�Chairman�of�the�Paulding�County�Industrial�Building�
Authority�and�Vice�Chairman�of�the�Paulding�County�Airport�Authority.�Networking�and�Buffet�Lunch-$10.�Visitors�WELCOME!�pauldingba.org
2nd ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF TREES�-�Dallas�Theater�&�Civic�CenterDecember�10�and�11;�Friday�and�Saturday�11am-7pmTicket�price� includes�Trees�tour,� free�movie,�children’s�crafts�and�a�visit�with�Santa�and� Mrs.� Claus.� (Santa� is� here� for� a� limited� time;� also,� bring� your� own� camera.)�Tickets�are�$10/adults�or�$7/children�under�18,�student,�seniors�and�groups�of�10+.�Contact�Lenay�Walker�at�[email protected]�for�more�information
HOPE FOR CHRISTMAS�–�West�Ridge�ChurchDecember�11;�Saturday�12pm-6pmThis� family�party� includes� a� visit� from�Santa� and� the�Grinch.�There�will� be� a� food�bag�for�each�family,�a�shopping�store�and�other�fun�activities�such�as�face�painting,�moon�walks,�and�a�craft.�Hosted�by�West�Ridge,�CAYA,�Toys�for�Tots�and�A�Fresh�Hope.�Registration�is�required.�Complete�one�registration�form�per�a�family.�For�more�infor-mation�visit�www.hopeforchristmas.com�or�call�770-222-2125.
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA�–�Paulding�County�Senior�CenterDecember�11;�Saturday�8am-11amSponsored�by� the�Paulding�Parks�and�Recreation�Department� -� reservations�can�be�made�Monday�–�Friday�8am-5pm�at�Mt.�Tabor�Park,�1550�E.�Paulding�Drive�before�5pm�December�3.�$11� includes�pancake�breakfast�and�picture�with�Santa,�$6� for�a�picture�only�or�$6�for�breakfast�only.�For�more�info�call�770-505-3885.
‘TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS�–�Puppet�ShowDecember�15;�Wednesday�10:30amPresented� by� the� Piccadilly� Puppet� Company� at� the� New� Georgia� Public� Library�located�at�94�Ridge�Road,�Dallas.��For�more�info,�call�770-459-8163.
NATIONAL SUPREME MISS SCHOLARSHIP AND RECOGNITION PROGRAMLast�Day�for�Registration�December�15Actual� event� will� be� on� February� 18-19,� 2011� at� Paulding� Community� Center� in�Dallas.�Recognizing�girls�ages�7-21�who’ve�excelled�in�academics,�volunteer�service,�leadership�&�personal�achievements.�Register�by�December�15th�at�our�website�www.nationalsuprememiss.com.�
2nd ANNUAL SPECTACULAR CHRISTMAS CONCERTDecember�18;�Saturday�7:30pm�–�Dallas�TheaterDon’t�miss� local� talent�of� Jeff� “Elvis”�Cole,�Kevin�Harry,� Joy�McBurrows,�The�Hope�Boys,� Sarah� Jane� Vanek,� Rex� Glover,� Peyton� Waddell,� The� Steadfast� Quartet,� and�“Mr.� Del”� Delamont!� All� seats� Gen.� Admission;� tickets:� $20/adults,� $15/Seniors,�$10/Students.� A� portion� of� the� proceeds� benefit� local� charities.� For� info� call� the�Dallas� Theatre� Box� Office� -� 678.363.0813� or� the� Paulding� Chamber� of� Commerce�770.445.6016.
CHRISTMAS EVE COMMUNION SERVICES�–�NW�Christian�ChurchDecember�24;�Friday�5pm�and�7pmCome�discover�the�TRUE�reason�for�the�season.�The�church�is�located�at�3737�Dallas-Acworth�Hwy.,�Acworth.�For�more�info�email�the�church�office�at�[email protected]�or�call�770-425-2525.
CHRISTMAS CANDLELIGHT SERVICE –�West�Ridge�Church�December�23;�Thursday�and�December�24;�FridayCelebrate� the�birth�of�Christ� at�our�Christmas�Eve� services.�See�ad�on�page�26� for�dates�and�times,�go�to�westridge.com�or�call�770-222-2125.
Disney’s THE JUNGLE BOOK�-�East�Paulding�High�School�TheatreJanuary�13-14;�Thursday�10am;�Friday�10am�–�School�Shows�OnlyJanuary�14-15;�Friday�7pm�and�Saturday�3pm�–�Public�ShowsTEACHERS� reserve� your� seats� now!� Tickets� are� $4� for� students� and� $5� for� adults.�Teachers-FREE.��Bring�a�two�can�food�bank�donation�and�get�two�admissions�for�the�price�of�one.�For�more�info,�visit�www.ephstheatre.com;�or�contact�Grant�Brown�at�[email protected]
2011 MISS PAULDING COUNTY BEAUTY PAGEANTJanuary�29;�Saturday�–�Dallas�TheaterAge�divisions�from�0-12�months�to�16-24�years�old.�Titleholders�participate�in�many�community� service� activities� and� public� appearances.� Proceeds� from� these� com-petitions�benefit�Paulding’s�Relay� for�Life�and�The�Puckett�Lake�Community�Youth�Outreach�in�Powder�Springs.�For�more�info,�go�to�misspauldingcounty.org�or�contact�Renee�Buchanan�at�770-845-8769�or�[email protected]
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ONGOING:
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers)�–�Fortified�Hills�Baptist�Church,�DallasONGOING,�1st�and�3rd�Fridays,�9:30-11:30�a.m.��MOPS�-�a�place�to�find�friendship�and�support�as�a�woman�and�mom.�Childcare�provided.�Visit�www.fortifiedhills.com�or�call�Kenni�Raye�at�678.398.9771.��
GRIEFSHARE SUPPORT GROUP�-�Northwest�Christian�ChurchOngoing;�Monday�nights�7pm�–�9pm�“We�know�you�hurt,�and�we�want�to�help”.�3737�Dallas-Acworth�Hwy.,�Acworth.�For�more�info�email�the�church�nwccoffice�@nwcc.net�or�call�770-425-2525.
MOM’S CLUB OF DALLAS AND HIRAMOngoing;�1st�Thursday�of�each�month�10am�–�Bethany�Christian�ChurchMOMS�(Moms�Offering�Moms�Support).�Meetings�are�held�at�3264�Villa�Rica�Hwy�(Hwy�61)�Dallas.�For�more�information�email�[email protected].�
PAULDING 45 & OVER SINGLES CLUB ACTIVITIESOngoing;�2nd�Tuesday�of�each�month�6:30pm�–�Ryan’s�in�HiramPaulding� Singles� Club� members�participate� in� dining� socials,� dance� nights,�movies,�bowling,�car�shows,�music�events,�adopt�a�solider�and�more.�Monthly�meetings�are�held�at�Ryan’s.�For�more�information�please�call�Andree�at�770-505-3237.
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers)�-�McEachern�United�Methodist�ChurchONGOING;�1st�and�3rd�Thursday�of�each�month;�9:30am�–�11:30amOpen�to�moms�with�children�ages�birth�to�kindergarten.�Meet�in�the�Oaks�Hall�build-ing�and�child�care�is�provided.�For�more�info�call�770-943-3008�ext.�1260.
SCREENWRITER’S GROUPOngoing;�1st�and�3rd�Tuesday�of�the�month;�1:30pmThe�group�alternates�meeting�between�two�locations:�Starbuck’s�in�Hiram�and�Hiram�Coffee�House.�For�more�info�visit�georgiascreenwriters.com.
WEST COBB MOTHER’S & MORE�Ongoing;�3rd�Thursday�of�the�month�7:30pmMeetings�are�held�at�W.�Cobb�Chiropractic,�5041�Dallas�Hwy.�Suite�500�in�Marietta.�Email�[email protected]�for�more�info.
THE PAULDING LITERACY COUNCILOngoing;�4th�Friday�of�the�month�10amMeetings�held�at�the�Paulding�Chamber.�Seeking�new�members,�volunteer�tutors,�and�adult�students�who�would�like�to�learn�to�read.�For�info�call�770-445-4511.
PAULDING COUNTY WRITERS’ GUILDOngoing;�1st�Tuesday�of�the�month;�6pm-8pm�The�PCWG�meets�at�the�Starbuck’s�café�in�the�Target�store�in�Hiram.�For�more�info�call�Dana�Freeman,�678-662-1948.
WRITERS CRITIQUE GROUP – “WRITERS OF LIKE MIND”Ongoing;�2nd�and�4th�Wednesday�of�the�month;�6pm�–�7:30pmAttention� writers!� Meetings� at� Denny� Burgers� &� Grill,�8879�Dallas� Acworth� Hwy.�Questions�call�Hank�Somma�678-414-6146�or�[email protected].�
PAULDING CO. MASTER GARDENER PROGRAM-�Dallas�LibraryOngoing;�4th�Thursday�of�most�months;�10amPCMG,� a� part� of� the� UGA� Cooperative� Extension,� hosts� an� educational� program�almost�every�month�and� invites�citizens� to� learn�more�about�gardening� topics.�For�more�info�and�to�verify�meeting�call�770-443-7616�or�email�[email protected].
NEED PRAYER?�–�Northwest�Christian�ChurchOngoing;�Monday�6:30pm-7:30pm�and�Sunday�8:30am-9:30amVisit�the�prayer�team�or�send�request�online�at�www.nwcc.net.�The�church�is�located�3737�Dallas-Acworth�Hwy.,�Acworth.�Call�770-425-2525�for�more�info.
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Festival of TreesDecember
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*Santa & Mrs. Claus are here: Friday Dec. 10th 5:30pm to 7:30pm and Saturday
Dec. 11th 1:00pm to 7:00pm Bring your own camera for pictures with Santa!
Also, hot cocoa and cookies for sale in our Civic Center (cash concessions only)
Ticket Prices:$10.00 Regular Tickets$7.00 Discount Tickets
Discount tickets for: Children (18 & under), Students with I.D.,
Seniors age 62+, and Groups of TEN or more tickets purchased together
Ticket Price Includes:l Festival of Trees tourl 7:00pm Movie Friday Movie: White Christmas Saturday Movie: It’s a Wonderful Lifel Children’s Craft’sl Visits with Santa!
The Dallas Theatre presents…2ND ANNUAL
AUDITIONS:
Check-in will be held in Civic Center at 121 E. Griffin Street and we will move to the stage for auditions.Open to Ages 6-18Please prepare a short speech or monologue (2 to 10 lines) and one song (sing 8 bars or chorus of one song) Bring headshot and resume. If you do not have a professional headshot: any good black and white photo of you, taken from the neck up, will suffice. Be prepared to stay and read sides.
Ages 6-8 at 5:30 pm n Ages 9-11 6:30 pm n Ages 12-18 7:30 pm
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By Leisa A. Bailey, Ph.D.
t�is�heard�throughout�the�season�-�-�the�hopes�for�and�the�wishes�offered�to�others�to�“have�a�happy�holiday”�or� for�a� “Merry�Christmas”.��
It�is�helpful�to�reflect�on�what�composes�a�joyful�experience�of�this�holiday�season.�By�understand-ing� what� creates� a� general� sense� of� happiness,�there�are�clues�on�what�elements� in�the�holiday�season�will�facilitate�a�truly�Happy�Holiday.
What�produces�happiness�is�somewhat�subjective�to� an� individual,� yet� the� discipline� of� positive�psychology� has� determined� that� many� underly-ing� determinants� of� happiness� are� consistent.� A�large�influence�in�level�of�happiness�is�personal-
ity.� General� temperament� and� outlook� on� life� are� key�factors.� These� factors� include� optimism� and� resiliency�which�can�be�nurtured�and�developed�over�time,�leading�to�an�improved�overall�sense�of�happiness.
For� some� when� they� consider� happiness,� they� often�think�about�things�that�bring�them�pleasure.�Food,�pos-sessions,� or� sex� often� are� mentioned� when� people� are�asked�about�what�brings�happiness.�However,� research�conducted� by� positive� psychologists� has� determined�that� often� these� bring� temporary� pleasure� but� are� not�the�core�of�deep�joy.�True�happiness�has�been�found�to�be�more�connected�to�having�things�in�life�that�are�both�pleasurable�and�meaningful.
Humans� are� a� social� species,� and� social� interaction� is�crucial.�Healthy�relationships�are�important�in�an�overall�sense�of�happiness�and�fulfillment�in�life.�An�interesting�
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Istatistic� is� that�people�who�describe� themselves�as�very�happy�watch�20%� less� television� than�unhappy�people.�TV�seems�to�be�a�short-term�pleasure,�but�humans�crave�connection;� and� while� a� distraction,� TV� offers� little�opportunities� for� meaningful� interpersonal� interaction�which�is�crucial�to�life�satisfaction.
One� of� the� most� highly� rated� predictors� of� happiness�is� being� in� love.� Additionally,� while� all� marriages� are�imperfect� and� often� complained� about;� married� men�and�women�are�generally�happier�than�people�who�are�single�or�divorced.� It�may�be� that�marriage�contributes�to� happiness� or� that� happiness� causes� marital� satisfac-tion.�Whatever�comes�first,�people�who�are�happier�tend�to� have� better� intimate� relationships� and� more� stable�marriages.
Money�does�little�to�make�us�happier�once�basic�needs�are� met,� but� how� someone� spends� money� can� affect�happiness� level.� Using� money� to� buy� experiences� such�as� a� vacation� or� outing� has� been� shown� to� bring� far�more�joy�than�a�new�toy.�Additionally,�using�money�to�do�good�and�help�others�brings�higher�levels�of�happiness�than� funding� fun�activities.�This�suggests� that�spending�money� on� charity� contributes� more� to� happiness� than�the�same�amount�of�cash�spent�on�oneself.
Research� confirms� the� connection� between� faith� and�happiness.�Religion�and� spirituality� can�give� a� sense�of�purpose�and�meaning�in�life,�provide�a�connection�to�a�caring,�supportive�community,�and�offer�a�sense�of�com-fort.�Generally,�people�of� faith�express�greater� levels�of�
happiness.
In� the�rush� to�do� it�all,� the� impor-tance� and� meaning� of� this� holiday�season�can�be� forgotten.�There� is�more�happiness� in� a�holiday� season� when� relationships� are� focal,� religious�expressions�are�nurtured�and�less�when�spending�money�and� gift� giving� are� the� predominate� elements� of� the�experience.� The� materialistic� features� of� Christmas� cel-ebrations� may� undermine� joy,� while� family,� social,� and�spiritual�activities�may�create�the�most�satisfying�holiday�memories.
During�this�season�--�at�least�once�a�day�--�stop�the�end-less�progression�of�doing�the�next�essential�task�towards�creating� the� perfect� holiday� and� do� something� that�brings� joy� --� something�meaningful� that�make� the�holi-days�special�for�you�and�your�family.��
“And the Grinch, with his Grinch-feet ice cold in the snow, stood puzzling and puzzling, how could it be so? It came without ribbons. It came without tags. It can without packages, boxes or bags. And he puz-zled and puzzled ‘till his puzzler was sore. Then the Grinch thought of something he hadn’t before. What if Christmas, he thought, doesn’t come from a store? What if Christmas, perhaps, means a little bit more.” ~Dr. Seuss
Dr. Leisa Bailey is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with a private practice in Marietta. Visit www.marietta-psy-chologist.com.or reach her at (770) 428-6698 or [email protected]. Your comments or questions are welcome.
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Dear Friend, If you’ve ever thought about going to a chiropractor but you’ve hesitated because you weren’t sure it was right for you please read on… My name is Dr. Amy Valente. I would like to show my heartfelt thanks to the community by celebrating the Christmas season with the announce-ment of Community Health Week. It’s my way of saying THANK YOU to the people who have been so helpful and mean so much. I hope this will benefit you and yours. I have agreed to “give away” (to any-one who asks for it) $200 worth of my services for only $20. That’s right-$20. In the years that I have been practic-ing I have helped many people in the North Georgia area feel better and live healthier, more productive lives through chiropractic care. I would now like to introduce you to the many benefits my profession has to offer. For instance, chiropractic care may be able to help you if you are suffering from any of the following conditions.
l Low back pain l Neck Pain l Migraines l Sciatica l Herniated discs l Degenerated discs l Shoulder/arm pain
And a whole host of other problems, ranging from TMJ to carpal tunnel.These symptoms can be caused when-ever the vertebrae in your spine are out of alignment, because this “misalign-ment” directly affects your nervous system. Fortunately, if you are suffering from such problems or similar conditions right now, they may be relieved or eliminated by proper chiropractic treat-ment (commonly called “adjustments”). So if you’ve always wanted to “check out” chiropractic care and see what is in it for you, now is the best time because….. Right now $20 will get you all the services I normally charge my new patients $200 for!
What does this include? Everything. Take a look at what you’ll get….l An in-depth private consultation about your health and well being.l A chiropractic spinal examination….l A set of specialized X-rays to deter-
mine if a misalignment in your spine is causing your pain or symptoms…(NOTE: Nobody gives these kinds of X-rays FREE. They would usually cost $100)…l An analysis of your X-rays and spinal exam results so we can see what needs to be done to help.l Helpful literature that shows how your body works and why you experience pain…l Answers to all your most probing questions about chiropractic care and what it can do for you…. The appointment will not take long at all. And like I said, we normally charge $200 for this (most of which just covers the cost of the set of X-rays). But now, as a part of this one time offer, you can come in and find out for certain if you need chiropractic care and how it can help you eliminate the pain you are feeling. Before you come in, though, you’ll probably want to know a little bit about me. So let me tell you….
MEET THE DOCTOR Prior to obtaining my Doctor of Chi-ropractic Degree at Life University in Marietta, GA, I received my B.S. degree from Excelsior College. I am nationally and state board certified in Chiropractic and Physiotherapy. I am one of the few doctors in this area that performs specific Activator analysis technique for the treatment of degenerative discs, scoliosis, herniated discs just to name a few. I have happily donated my time to organizations such as MUST Ministries, YWCA (Domestic Violence Shelter for Women), and Ross Memorial. I am very proud to be a wife and mother of four boys and a member of Liberty Church in Marietta, GA.
DOES CHIROPRACTIC REALLY WORK Absolutely! When you come in I’ll provide you with studies that show why chiropractic is a preferred method of treatment. But what provides the best “proof” on how well chiropractic works is what our patients say about it.
ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS AND BACK PAIN
Although Chiropractic care has been
an enormous help to me and my family for 30 years when I met the doctor’s at NLCC I was not currently under care. As I started getting adjusted again the relief was almost immediate! I was suffering from soreness, stiffness and sleepless nights. “Feeling better” affects everything in life and helps us cope with the daily stresses. I suppose I am most
amazed by knowing that one’s spine has to do with every part of the body. God made us that way-“fearfully & wonderfully made” (Ps.139)Your Friend- Pastor Ron
Mobley
TMJ & HEADACHES I was in a lot of pain when I started coming for my adjustments at NLCC. I suffered with
pain in my jaw and severe headaches. Now that I have been receiving chi-ropractic care my pain has decreased tremendously and I don’t have to worry about constant headaches. I can walk my dog without pain and my posture has gotten better. My husband is also very pleased with my progress. I am thrilled at how quickly I have improved due to chiropractic care and I love the positive caring atmosphere they have in the office.
Thank you- Denine Wolden
KNEE PAIN/SLEEPLESSNESS The reason why I came into the office was because I was having knee pain and I was not sleeping very well at night. I am now getting 3-4 more hours of sleep at night and my knees have got-ten a lot better. I interact more with my family and I can ride my bike with my granddaughter. I feel 100% better. The doctors and staff here at NLCC really do what they say and are very professional and friendly. Chiropractic care really works great!
Thanks-Thomas Weems
SCOLIOSIS When I first came into the office I did not know the extent of my health issues. After the exam, the doctor told me I had a scoliosis that affected my health in many different ways. Chiropractic has helped me to restore my physical balance and as a dancer that is very important! I also had numbness in my hands and now I can take notes without my hand going numb. Since I have been
getting adjusted I have more energy and my heartburn and circulation has improved! I am happy to say that chiro-practic is easier than I expected and not as time consuming as I once thought.
Thanks! Christine Pearce
GUARANTEE OF GREAT SERVICE Obviously we can’t guarantee results. No one can. But there is one guarantee we can give you and that’s a guarantee to accept your case only if we truly feel we can help.
LIMITED TIME OFFER Obviously, with an offer like this we can’t afford to do it for very long. So we’ve picked the dates of Dec. 1-15th. If you would like to take us up on our offer and see what chiropractic can do for you, all you have to do is call our office and set up an appointment.
Call our 24 hour help line @ 678-574-5678 and tell the receptionist you’d like to come in for the Special Introduc-tory Examination during Dec. 1-15th.
I expect to get flooded with appoint-ments for this event, so please call me as soon as possible to be sure that you don’t miss out.
Thank you very much, and I look for-ward to helping you get rid of your pain so you can start living a healthier, more productive life. God bless.
Sincerely, Dr. Amy Valente, D.C.
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By Dara Hosch, MD, FAAPCobb Pediatrics, PC
ost� adolescent� girls� admit� to� having� concerns� about� their� body� shape� and�weight� starting� in�elementary� school.�Fifteen�percent�of� them�will�develop�unhealthy� eating� behaviors� and� five� percent� of� them� will� develop� serious�
eating� disorders� such� as� anorexia� or� bulimia.� Although� eating� disorders� are� more�common�among�females,�ten�to�fifteen�percent�of�patients�with�eating�disorders�are�male.�These�conditions�are�extremely�dangerous�to�the�patient’s�mental�and�physical�health.�In�fact,�statistics� indicate�eating�disorders�have�the�highest�mortality�rate�of�any�mental�illness.�Less�than�half�of�affected�patients�fully�recover.�Therefore,�preven-tion�and�early�detection�of�this�medical�condition�are�vital.�Parents�need�to�be�aware�of�the�prevalence,�symptoms�and�complications�of�eating�disorders.
Eating�disorders�result�from�obsessive�thoughts�about�body�shape,�weight�and�food�intake.�There� is�no�single�cause�that� leads�to�eating�disorders�but� low�self�esteem,�society� pressures� and� the� need� for� more� control� over� life� stressors� seem� to� be� a�recipe�for�problems.�From�an�early�age,�children�are�bombarded�with�messages�from�print�and�film�media�that�glorify�unnaturally�thin�bodies.�Certain�sports�such�as�bal-let,�wrestling�and�gymnastics�also�pressure�adolescents�to�maintain�a�certain�weight�and� body� habitus.� This� can� be� very� difficult� for� children� who� are� in� the� midst� of�puberty�and�natural�growth�spurts.�Parental�eating�behaviors�and�values�can�have�a�significant�impact�upon�a�child’s�body�image�and�eating�habits.�Some�studies�linked�eating�disorders�with�a�desire�for�perfection�and�approval�by�parents.
Anorexia�typically�begins�with�the�desire�to�lose�weight.�It�evolves�into�a�pattern�of�extremely� restrictive� calorie� intake.�The�need� to�be� thinner�becomes� secondary� to�the�obsession�with�diet�control.�Patients�with�anorexia�have�such�a�distorted�body�image� that� they� do� not� stop� even� when� they� become� frighteningly� skinny.� Hiding�under�bulky�clothing�and�refraining�from�eating�with�others�can�keep�the�problem�a�secret� for�a�while.�Most�patients�do�not�get�medical�attention�until� they�develop�health�complications.�Some�of�those�complications�include�heart�problems,�loss�of�menses,�increased�bone�fragility,�and�suppressed�immunity.�The�death�rate�for�ado-lescent�girls�with�anorexia�is�twelve�times�higher�than�all�other�causes�of�death�for�this�population.
Bulimia� is�at� least� four� times�more�common�than�anorexia.� It� involves�compulsive�overeating�followed�by�a�need�to�purge�the�body�in�order�to�avoid�gaining�weight.�The�eating�binge�may�be�triggered�by�daily�stressors�or�the�need�to�fill�a�perceived�void�in�the�patient’s�life.�While�initially�eating�provides�comfort,�that�feeling�is�soon�replaced�with�guilt�about�the�excessive�calorie�intake.�To�purge�their�bodies,�patients�vomit,�use� laxatives�and�enemas,�or�partake� in�excessive�exercise�rituals.�The�cycle�of�binging�and�purging�may�go�on�for�many�years�before�treatment� is�sought.� It� is�harder�to�identify�a�typical�bulimic�patient�because�they�do�not�become�excessively�thin.�Some�of�the�physical�signs�of�this�condition�include�tooth�decay,�swollen�salivary�glands,�fainting,�bloating,�bowel�irregularities�and�chest�pain.�Depression�and�anxiety�are�common�conditions�that�accompany�bulimia.
Parents� need� to� be� role� models� for� healthy� eating� and� exercising� patterns.� Eating�meals� as� a� family� is� a� great� way� for� parents� to� monitor� their� children’s� attitudes�about�food.�Teaching�children�to�focus�upon�their�non-physical�qualities�rather�than�emphasizing�their�appearance�is�essential.�Children�need�to�know�that�they�are�loved�unconditionally.�If�there�is�concern�about�a�possible�eating�disorder,�medical�atten-tion�should�be�sought�as�soon�as�possible.Cobb Pediatrics has been helping families raise healthy children for more than 30 years.
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ASH: Average starting, little scent and sparking minimal.
BEECH: Poor starting, little fragrance as well as sparking minimal.
WHITE BIRCH: Good starting, slight fragrance as well as minor sparking.
CHERRY: Poor starting, spectacular fragrance as well as few sparks.
CEDAR: Superb starting, enjoyable scent and much sparking.
PINE: Superb starting, pleasant fragrance as well as low sparking.
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hanging�on�your�front�door�to�the�last�bite�of�a�tasty�dessert,�here�are�some�tips�to�make�your�holiday�event�a�success.
The�first�step�in�planning�is�to�choose�your�menu.�You�may�want�to�stick�with�your�traditional�fare�of�turkey�and�dressing�with�all�the�trimmings�or�a�family�heritage�favorite.�If�you’re�Italian,�you�may�choose�stuffed�shells�for�the�main�entrée.�If�you’re�French,�a�Cajun�turducken�would�be�a�great�main�course.�
Deciding�how�much�food�you�will�need�to�prepare�for�everyone�is�also�a�con-sideration�when�choosing�the�menu.�Whether�you’re�hosting�a�sit�down,�buf-fet�style�dinner�or�a�cocktail�party,�the�average�allowance�is�one�pound�of�food�
per�person,�plus�beverages�and�dessert.�A�good�“per�person”�rule�of�thumb�to�follow�when�preparing�would�be:�Poultry,�meat�or�fish�-�allow�8�ounces�as�a�main�dish�or�6�ounces�when�you�offer�two�or�more�main�courses.�Rice�and�grains�–�allow�1.5�ounces�as�a�side�dish�or�2�ounces�in�a�main�dish�such�a�risotto.�Pasta�–�allow�2�ounces�for�a�side�dish�or�4�ounces�for�a�main�dish.��When�serving�appetizers;�on�average,�your�guests�will�eat�5�hors�d’oeuvres�per�person�per�hour�for�the�first�2�hours�and�3�per�person�for�each�additional�hour.�So�for�a�3�hour�party�of�10�people,�you�need�to�prepare�about�130�appetizers,�less�if�a�meal�is�to�follow.�Whatever�menu�you�choose,�presentation�of�the�food�will�be�the�focal�point�and�set�the�stage�for�the�entire�event.
Beverages� are� also� included� in� your� party�food�planning.�How�much�punch�or�number�of� cocktails� a� guest� will� consume� will� vary.�Consider�the�length�of�party,�strength�of�the�beverage,� and�day�of� the�week,� then� figure�accordingly.�� It’s� best� to� just� figure� your�guests�will�consume�2�drinks�per�person�per�hour� for� the� first� 2� hours� and� 1� drink� per�person�per�hour�after�that.
The� second� step� in� planning� is� to� create�a� color� scheme/theme.� This� step� includes�tableware� to� floral,� fabric� to� candle’s,� even�paper�goods�and�accessories.�It�is�important�to�carry�the�theme�throughout�making�sure�the� rhythm� flows� from� space� to� space.� If�considering� a� winter� wonderland� theme,�the� use� of� crystal/glass� gives� the� icy� effect.�Together� with� white� fabrics� give� the� snowy�look.�Simply�cutting�fresh�greenery�from�the�yard�and�working�it�into�your�design�works�beautifully,� making� the� overall� theme� look�more� natural.� When� thinking� about� color,�don’t� be� afraid� to� step� outside� the� box.�Experiment�and�let�your�creative�juices�flow!�Hot�colors�this�season�are�green�with�brown�and�lime�green�with�red.�Although�each�step�is�important,�make�sure�not�to�overlook�this�one.�This�is�what�gives�your�event�the�“WOW”�factor�and�has�the�most�impact!
The�third�step�is�to�add�ambience�(i.e...�candles,�lighting).�This�detail�sets�the�mood�and�atmosphere�for�the�space.�Candles�are�essential�when�entertaining.�Strategically�place� tea� lights,� tapered� or� votives� in� concentrated� areas� or� throughout� the� event�site.��Our motto here at PearTree Interiors is…”The only difference in ordinary and extraordinary is that little something extra”. Hope these suggestions that we’ve made will make your holiday event extraordinary!
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t� Christmas� time� thoughts�turn�to�Baby�Jesus�and,�per-haps� the� Bible.� The� Bible�
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You’ve� heard� of� the� “wis-dom�of�Solomon”?�Well�it’s�found�mainly�in�the�book�of�Proverbs,�most�of�which�was�written�by�Solomon�or�attributed�to�him.�Some�of� the�verses� tell�us,�“The�borrower� is�slave�to�the�lender.”�(Prov.�22:7)��“Do�not�put�up�security�for�someone�else’s�debt”�(don’t�co-sign).�(Prov.�22:�26)��“The�wise�man�saves�for�the�future,�but�the�foolish�man�spends�whatever�he�gets.”�(Prov.�21:20,�LB).��“Wealth�from�get-
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rich-quick� schemes� quickly� disappears;� wealth� from�hard�work�grows�over�time.”�(Prov.�13:�11,�NLT)
There�are�Bible�verses�about�budgeting,�debt,�con-tentment,� borrowing,� giving,� greed,� saving� and�investing.�All�of� these�play� an� important�part� in�our�daily� lives.�Financial�planning�is�not�rocket�science.�There�are�basic,�unchanging�principles�that� apply� regardless� of� our� individual� situa-tions.�For�our�purposes�a�principle�is�“a�fun-damental�or�general�law�or�truth�from�which�others�are�derived.”��Principles�don’t�change.�The�decisions�we�make�based�on�the�prin-ciples�determine�our�success.�Ignoring�the�principle�of�gravity�can�cause�pain.�If�you�ignore�basic�financial�principles�you�risk�hurting�yourself�and�your�family.
Borrowing�what�you�cannot�repay�or�taking� on� debt� you� cannot� service,�results� in� negative� consequences.� If�
you�co-sign�for�someone�and�they�get�into�a�financial�bind,�you�are�going�to�suffer�because�you�are�on�the�
hook�also.� If� you�don’t� set� any�money�aside�as� you�go�along,�you�will�not�have�anything� to� fall�back�on� in�an�emergency�or�when�times�are�tough.
The�point�is,�good�principles�should�be�our�foundation�
in�all�areas�of�life.�This�is�tremendously�important�for�our�financial�lives�because�so�much�of�what�we�do�in�life,�or�want�to�do�in�life,�has�some�type�of�financial�component;�and� money� affects� our� interactions� with� people,� both�positively�and�negatively.�That�is�true�inside�and�outside�our� families.�Money� is�not� the�most� important� thing� in�life�-�People�are.
As�you�prepare�to�close�out�the�old�year�and�head�into�the�new�year�make�some�time�(who�has� time,�right)� to�consider�whether�the�principles�on�which�your�financial�life�rests�are�solid�or�shaky.��Do�you�need�to�get�back�to�basics?� � As� you� think� about� changes� or� improvements�that� are�needed� in� your� life� consider� the� financial� side�of�things�also.�Maybe�make�some�resolutions�to�do�some�things�differently�–�then�keep�those�resolutions.
I� wish� you� and� yours� a� safe� and� wonderful� Christmas�season�and�New�Year!
Feedback and topic suggestions are welcome - [email protected], or comment at www.HalcyonFP.com/halcyon-times. Glenton Ashby is the founder and owner of Halcyon Financial Planning, LLC in Gwinnett, a financial planning and investment advisor firm.
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Activities in Cold Weather:�As� the�winter�months�approach�and� the�weather�gets�colder,�here�are�several�things�to�keep�in�mind�when�participating�in�outdoor�activi-ties:
l� �To� stay�warm�when�outdoors,�wear� several� layers�of� light,� loose�and�water-� and�wind-resistant�clothing.�Layering�allows�you�to�accommodate�your�body’s�ever-chang-ing�temperature.�
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Savannah, GeorgiaThe� South� may� be� known� for� its� genteel�hospitality,� but� when� the� time� is� right,�Southerners� love� to� kick�up� their�heels.� In�Savannah,� that� time� is�December�31,�when�locals� gather� for� City� Market’s� annual� out-door�street�party.�Kids’�activities�are�aplenty,�and�the�live�music�that�starts�at�nine�is�fol-lowed� by� a� fireworks� display� shot� off� the�pier� on� neighboring� Tybee� Island.� While� there’s�nothing�wrong�with�being�a�landlubber;�booking�a�cruise�on�a�traditional�stern�wheel�riverboat�for�dinner�can�be�a�lovely�change�of�pace,�along�with�wonderful�champagne�toasts�AND�the�best�fireworks�views.�
On�January�1,�head�out�to�Tybee�Island�and�spend�the�noon�hour�watching�partici-pants�with� titles� from� ‘Shrimp’� to� ‘Moby�Dick’�brave� chilly� river�waters�during� the�Polar�Bear�Plunge.�Go�to�www.savannahvisit.com�for�more�information.
Charleston, South CarolinaCharleston�is�the�perfect�romantic�city�for�a�couple� to� ring� in�2011.�This� charming�city�possesses� the� perfect� combination� of� ele-gance,�history�and�style�that�can�make�for�a�relaxing�and�celebratory�New�Year’s�Eve�for�couples�and�families�alike.�New�Year’s�Eve�in�Charleston�is�a�city�wide,�admission-free�program� that� has� something� wonderful�
for� everyone:� comedy,� African� dancing,� many�forms�of�music� including�classical,�gospel�and� jazz,�children’s�activities�and�
so�much�more.�Food�vendors�will�be�on�hand�to�tempt�your�appetite�and�add�to�the�celebration.�
Like�neighboring�Savannah,�Charleston�hosts�their�own�tradition�of�the�“Polar�Bear�Plunge”�that’s�arguably�wilder�than�New�Year’s�Eve.�Thousands�of�people�flood�local�beaches�in�all�manner�of�costumes�(think�Elvis,�Baby�New�Year,�Where’s�Waldo,�and�plain� ol’� bathing� suits).� The� countdown� begins,� a� horn� is� blown,� and� the� crowd�rushes�toward�the�frigid�Atlantic�Ocean.�Most�folks�promptly�run�back�to�shore�after�getting�adequately�wet,�while� some�splash�around�or� swim�a� few� laps.�Either�way,�it’s�a�joyful�way�to�kick�off�2011.�To�get�more�information�on�the�activities�visit�www.charlestoncvb.com.
New Orleans, LouisianaHead�down�to�the�Big�Easy�to�catch�a�beautiful�fireworks�display�on�the�Mississippi�River,�and�then� embrace� the� city’s� celebration� culture�as� the� biggest� party� of� 2011� spills� out� into�the�Quarter.�New�Orleans�does�everything�a�bit� different,� so� don’t� expect� that� same� ole’�ball�to�drop�this�time�around.�In�the�heart�of�Jackson�Square,�a�grand�gold�and�black�fleur�de�lis,�known�as�‘Baby�Bacchus”�will�climb�a�25�foot�high�pole�above�Jax�Brewery�as�fireworks�light�up�the�Mississippi.�Also,�don’t�forget�to�fill�up�on�some�savory�Creole�cookin’�before�midnight.�For�more�informa-tion�visit�www.neworleansonline.com.
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record-breaking� year� came� to� a�close� recently� as� members� of� the�Georgia� Sea� Turtle� Cooperative�
met� in� Brunswick� to� wrap� up� the� nest-ing�season.�There�were�1,750�loggerhead�nests�recorded�in�2010,�topping�the�previ-ous�record�of�1,646�from�2008.�Last�year’s�nesting�totals�were�much�lower,�with�only�995�reported.
Members�of�the�coop�gave�updates�on�var-ious� projects� ranging� from� genetics� data�to�predation�issues.�The�overarching�mes-sage:�It�was�a�good�year�for�sea�turtles.
For� the� last� 22� years,� Sea� Turtle�Cooperative� members� have� worked� to�conserve� Georgia’s� turtles.� Coordinated�by� the�Wildlife�Resources�Division�of� the�Georgia�Department�of�Natural�Resources,�the�group�of�volunteers,� researchers�and�biologists� from� various� agencies� moni-tors� turtle� nesting� activities� on� Georgia�beaches.��
This� season,� Cumberland� Island� led� all�barrier�islands�with�486�confirmed�nests.�“Both�our�nesting�numbers�and�our�hatch-ling�success�numbers�were�really�high�this�year,”� said� Doug� Hoffman,� National� Park�Service� biologist� on� Cumberland� Island.�
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navigate� back� to� the� water� after� nesting.�A�turtle�can�become�disoriented�and�then�exhausted�looking�for�the�ocean�and�end�up�on�busy�roads�or�in�backyards.�Lights�are� also� a�problem� for�hatchlings,�which�may�head�toward�roads�and�homes�rather�than�the�water,�making�them�more�vulner-able�to�predators.�Despite� the� record� year� for� loggerheads,�biologists� urged� caution.� Federal� crite-ria� require� that� the� population� increase�by� 2� percent� a� year� for� 50� years� for�the� species� to� be� considered� recovered.�The� 50-year� nesting� goal� for� logger-heads� in� Georgia� is� 2,800� nests� a� year.��Loggerheads,�the�most�common�sea�turtle�on� Georgia’s� coast,� are� state-listed� as�endangered.� The� nesting� season� runs�from� May� through� September,� and� daily�monitoring�of�turtle�nests�began�in�1989.�For� more� information� on� helping� con-serve� sea� turtles� and� other� wildlife� in�Georgia�visit�www.georgiawildlife.com�or�contact� the� Wildlife� Resources� Division�Game�Management�office�770-918-6416.�
Melissa Garrett is the Communications/Outreach Specialist at the Georgia DNR, Wildlife Resources Division.
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�By Mary Cronan
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and�sometimes�frustrated�feelings� of� inadequacy.�There’s� just� too� much� to�
be� done� and� so� little� time� in�which�to�do�it�all!
From� a� practical� viewpoint,�there’s�the�list-making,�the�shop-ping,� the� baking,� and� the� clean-ing.� Then� there’s� the� decorat-ing,� the� unpacking� of� cherished�Christmas�ornaments,�and�trying�to�find�the�one�bulb�that’s�keep-ing�the�rest�from�lighting.�We�also�open� our� hearts� to� loved� ones�that�we�rarely�see�or�with�whom�we� rarely� correspond.�The�cards�go� out,� we� make� long-distance�phone� calls,� and� we� send� the�most� recent� school� photos� to�out-of-town�relatives.�It’s�so�easy�to�lose�track�of�where�else�our�hearts�should�be�during�this�most�blessed�season.
Advent�is�a�time�of�waiting�and�anticipation,�not�just�for�family�to�arrive�or�gifts�to�be�opened,�but�for�the�peace�that� the� newborn� Christ� brings.� It’s� a� time� of� prepar-
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I� will� take� people� at� their� word�when� they� say� they� want� nothing�for� Christmas� but� my� love� or� my�time.�I�will�give�them�just�that.�
I�will� spend�some� time�each�week�with�no�TV,�no�phone,�and�no�com-puter� during� the� Advent� season.�Instead,�this�time�will�be�spent�with�my�family,�in�the�quiet�and�peace�of�our�home,�illuminated�by�the�lights�from�our�Christmas�tree.�
I�will�do�my�best�to�take�time�with�the�Advent�wreath�each�Sunday,�and�teach�my�children�how�to�reverently�light�the�candles.�
I� will� not� put� pressure� on� myself� to� do� all� these� things�“perfectly.”�I�am�human,�I�am�a�parent,�and�I�have�a�lot�of�
responsibilities.�I�will�pray�that�God�helps�me�to�use�my�time� and�my� resources� to�praise�Him�and� to� teach�my�family�to�do�the�same.�
I�will�pray� that�God�helps�me� to�keep� in�my�heart� the�spirit�of�Christmas,�even�when�the�secular�stresses�of�the�season�threaten�to�bear�down�on�me�too�heavily.�
Aside�from�these�resolutions,�perhaps�you�can�come�up�with�new�traditions�to�start,�based�on�some�things�that�stand� out� in� your� mind� from� when� you� were� a� child.�One�of�the�most�peaceful�memories�I�have�of�Christmas�as�a�child�is�going�to�midnight�mass�with�my�whole�fam-ily.�We�would�all� string�across�one�pew,�dressed� in�our�finery,� looking� at� the� glorious� poinsettias� on� the� altar,�and� listening� to� the� choir� performing� at� its� very� best.�This� memory� didn’t� start� with� a� gift-wrapped� box,� and�nobody�bought� it� from�a� store.� It�didn’t� cost� anything,�nor� could� it� be� found� under� our� tree.� But� it� encapsu-lated�the�meaning�of�Christmas�for�me,�and�it�still�pulls�at�my�heartstrings�when�I�recall�the�feeling�of�joy�I�had�each� year,� sitting� amongst� my� brothers� and� sisters� and�parents.
If� you� have� memories� such� as� this,� cherish� them� and�build� on� them.� Recall� that� peace� that� you� had� as� you�move�through�Advent�toward�the�birthday�of�our�Lord.�Hopefully� in�doing�so,�you�will�carry�the�peace�in�your�heart�and�reflect�it�to�those�whom�you�love,�too.Mary is a mother of five and freelance writer.
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years� ago.�He� is� the� “reason� for� the� season”.� �How�wonderful� it�must�have�been� for� those� shepherds� keeping� watch� over� sheep� to� see� with� their� own�eyes,�the�little�baby�Jesus.
10�And�the�angel�said�unto�them,�Fear�not:�for,�behold,�I�bring�you�good�tid-ings�of�great�joy,�which�shall�be�to�all�people.��11�For�unto�you�is�born�this�day�in�the�city�of�David�a�Savior,�which�is�Christ�the�Lord.��12�And�this�shall�be�a�sign�unto�you;�Ye�shall�find�the�babe�wrapped�in�swaddling�clothes,�lying�in�a�manger.��Luke�2:10-12�(KJV)
It�is�a�blessing�to�live�in�a�country�where�we�can�still�freely�worship�and�give�thanks�to�the�Savior�who�was�sent�to�us�over�2,000�years�ago.�We�pray�God�will�bless�each�of�your�lives,�your�businesses,�and�your�families�with�health,�that�He�will�meet�your�financial�needs,�free�you�from�burdens,�and�bless�you�with�a�wonderful�and�Merry�Christmas!
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TRICKY (DOB ~03/06/2003) is a beautiful purebred male blue and white bicolor Persian with gorgeous copper eyes who came to us from a cattery when the cat-tery owner discovered she is gravely ill and needed to place her cats in rescue. TRICKY may be seven years old, but he is a fun-loving, sweet, and curious gentleman who would love to have a family to call his own where he could receive some much needed one-on-one attention and love. TRICKY would enjoy a home with no other cats or dogs. TRICKY is neutered, up-to-date with vaccines, negative for Feline AIDS/Leukemia/Heartworms, microchipped, dewormed, has received flea and ear mite preventative, and is eligible to receive at least 30 days of prepaid pet health insurance at the time of adoption. TRICKY’s adoption fee is $150.00.
To see all our cats available for adoption, please visit www.fancyfelinerescue.org, or come visit some of our cats at the Douglasville Petsmart. Fancy Feline Rescue of the South is a non-profit, no-kill rescue organization dedicated to individual attention and excellent care to homeless cats, working hard to find them
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These two poodles are Allie and Urbie Allen. Allie is nine years old, and came to live with us four years ago. She stole our hearts when we first met her at Paulding County Humane Society. She loves to cuddle all day long and enjoys her “treats” a little to much. Urbie is two years old, and came to us from the Easter Bunny! He was a puppy when he arrived, and has since grown into a bundle of energy, always following us around the house. They both live with their parents and siblings, Ryan, Hayley, Drew, and Lindsey. They also live with their big brother Farlie! (He was featured in the October issue!)
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rackling� fires,� snowflakes,� colorful� lights,�and� the� anticipation� of� Christmas� is� all�around.��As�the�excitement�of�the�holiday�
draws� near,� and� pets� young� and� old� await� the�arrival�of�Santa�Paws,�here’s�some�decorating�ideas�to�help�get�your�pet�involved�in�the�holiday�spirit.�
�The� Treat� Tree:� Mix� homemade� dog� biscuits� into� your�tree�decor.��There�are�some�great�recipes�online.�Here’s�one�for�example:
Christmas Cinnamon and Chicken Biscuits�1�cup�of�flour� � �1/4�cup�of�oil�1�cup�of�chicken�broth� �1�table�spoon�of�baking�powder�3/4�cup�of�oatmeal� � �2�table�spoons�of�cinnamon�1/4�corn�starch�
Mix�the�ingredients�together.�Form�into�cookie�and�add�a�hole�with�a�straw.�Bake�for�20�minutes�at�350�degrees.�Once�cooled,�place�a�ribbon�through�hole�and�hang�on�your�treat�tree.�
To�make� these� treats� interactive,�attach�a�small� label� to�each�ribbon�that�lists�a�trick�or�behavior�you�would�like�your� pup� to� perfect.� Each� day� you� can� pull� a� treat,� or�
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For�cats,�simply�use�a�soft�treat�and�add�ornament�hooks.�Many�cat�owners�express�a�problem�keeping�their�cat�out�of�their�tree,�if�your�kitty�likes�to�use�your�tree�as�a�hiding�place,�the�treat�tree�may�not�be�a�good�option;�consider�a�pet�tree�without�edibles�or�create�a�second�tree�as�the�treat�tree�to�act�as�a�decoy�for�your�cat.
The Pet Tree:�In�addition�to�homemade�treats,�add�candy�cane� rawhide,� embellished� pet� ribbon,� small� picture�frames�with�your�pet’s�photo,�and�pet�related�ornaments�to� your� tree.�Finish� it� off� with� a� small� picket� fence� to�keep� create� a� barrier� for� your� pet� for� the� ultimate� pet�themed�Christmas�tree.
The Treat Wreath:� Make� a� wreath� out� of� dog� treats.�Purchase� a� Styrofoam� wreath� form� at� your� local� craft�store.��Simply�make�additional�dog�biscuits�or�purchase�dog�bones�at�the�grocery�store.��Hot�glue�each�bone�to�your�wreath�form�until�the�entire�wreath�form�is�covered,�layering� and� overlapping� bones.�Add� dog� embellished�ribbon�and�your�wreath�is�ready�to�great�your�guests�at�the�front�door�or�anywhere�in�the�home.
For�cats,�substitute�the�dog�bones�with�small�cat�toys.
A Mantle to Bark and Meow About:�In�addition�to�stockings�
and� tra-ditional�hol iday�d é c o r ,�include� your�pet� by� adding� black�and� white� photography� of�your�pet� in� a� silver�or�gold�frame.�Take�a�photo�of�your�pet� dressed� in� the� holiday�spirit�or�simply�in�front�of�your� Christmas� tree.�You�can�easily�alter�this�photo�to� black� and� white� using� your� computer� or� take� it� to�your�photo�center.�Print�your�photos� to� the�size�of� the�frame� and� add� to� your� holiday� mantle� collection.�You�can�also�search�for�pet�related�holiday�accessories�at�your�local�home�goods�store.��Don’t�forget�to�add�a�stocking�for� your�pet.�Most�pet� stores�offer� some�great� stocking�stuffers�for�both�dog�and�cat�alike.
Incorporating�your�pet�into�the�décor�can�be�fun�for�the�whole� family,� whether� you� go� all� out� in� a� pet� themed�holiday� décor� or� simply� include� your� pet� by� adding� a�few�pet�friendly�embellishments.�It’s�the�purrfect�holiday�reward�for�your�perfect�pet.
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Merry Cranberry Christmas
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ness�to�our�holiday�meals.�Here�are�a�couple�of�wonderful�recipes�we�found�and�cannot�wait�to�try�this�Christmas�holiday.��
Christine’s Spicy Cranberry Relish1�can�whole�berry�cranberry�relish
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