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Candy Waylock EDITOR

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{ INSIDE }

northside women { 8 }

INTERVIEW As a sheriff’s deputy for Forsyth County, Cpl. Page Cash believes having a heart is as important as her gun and badge.

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THEY GIVE BACK Mary Evans found a way to honor her son’s memory and provide much needed help for people on the organ transplant list.

Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office Cpl. Page Cash focuses on building bridges between the teens in her community and law enforcement. Read more page 8.

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WOMAN IN BUSINESS Leslie Graham took her healthy lifestyle choices and opened 3:8 Juice and Eatery to help others on their wellness journey.

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Go explore five Georgia state parks

that have lots to offer -- and are the

area’s hidden gems

{ 20 } GIRL POWER

“Strong” is the new definition of pretty

viewed through the lens of

photographer Kate Parker.

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GOOD EATS The secret to a memorable dining experience can be found at Secreto Southern Kitchen in Alpharetta.

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HER STYLE Red, white, and blue looks great on you so celebrate your patriotism in style.

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GOOD BOOKS Pack your summer tote bag with these reading recommendations from local book groups.

Abby Breaux

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NORTHSIDE MAN Mayor Joe Lockwood is building his legacy in Milton through leadership... and bricks and mortar.

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Protect your pets from the sounds and

chaos of Fourth of July celebrations. { 26 } RECIPE BOX

Greek Chicken Kabobs { 28 } OUTDOOR WOMAN

Set out on a local hiking adventure

that the entire family can enjoy.

{ 32 } HER HEALTH { 40 } JULY CALENDAR

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SUZANNE PACEY, PUBLISHER

The lost art of writing a thank you note

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Marcus Tullius Cicero

ow that graduation and wedding season are in full swing, a little reminder of the value of a thank you note weighs heavily on my mind.

Sadly, handwritten letters have become increasingly less common. They have been replaced by texts or emails for the sake of convenience. It seems like crossing the thank you note off the to-do list takes precedence over composing a thoughtful note.

Composing a thank you note is a moment to reflect on your good fortune, specifically on something you’ve been given — whether it be another person’s time, knowledge or money in the form of a gift — and to express your gratitude. It’s an opportunity to practice gratefulness in a timely manner.

It's important to be timely because that’s the only way the giver knows you’ve received the gift most of the time — unless you say thank you, they don’t know if it

has even gotten there. Thanking them via social media, email or text may be quick and easy, but it doesn’t carry the impact of a hand-written note. Personally, I think electronic acknowledgements look like you didn’t think enough of their gift to sit down and write a proper thank you note.

The formal protocols some of us were raised with have unfortunately fallen by the wayside. We no longer live in a world where children call their elders Mr. and Mrs. Smith, but rather use their first names. But when a child receives a gift from an adult, he or she should learn how to write a thank you note because, someday, that skill set is going to come in very handy.

One final note, for those of you who might slack off on your thank you notes and are reading this feeling very guilty — it’s NEVER TOO LATE to write an overdue note —if you write a thank you note that also carries an apology for being tardy. ■

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theinterview

Cpl. Page Cash

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Cash uses ministry background for public safety job

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t takes many qualities to be a law enforcement officer. But for Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office Cpl. Page Cash, having a heart and using it might be the most important asset.

“I wear a gun and a badge and my No. 1 job is to enforce the law,” Cash said. “If I need to, I will. But just like any other officer who works here, we all have a heart behind this badge. We don’t do this for the money, but out of passion for people and helping them.”

For nearly 10 years, Cash has worked with the sheriff’s office in various positions including Forsyth County Sheriff Ron Freeman, right, detective, school resource officer, has known Cpl. Page Cash since they were negotiator and most currently the teenagers growing up in Forsyth County. Now supervisor of community relations. the two work together and Freeman said Cash is the best hire he’s ever made.

But she also credits a lot of her success in her current role to what she did prior to becoming a part of law enforcement.

A Forsyth County native, Cash spent 14 years working for an insurance company after high school. While there, her faith soon became a big part of her life, especially when she became “saved.”

“I sold everything I had,” Cash said. “I felt like that’s what I was supposed to do. I paid off my debts and went into missionary school in Hawaii at the University of the Nations. I did undercover mission work in Asia because you’re not allowed to be a missionary there.”

When she returned home, she again felt a need to let her faith lead her to her next step. She ended up working for the City of Refuge church in Atlanta feeding homeless people three times a day, cleaning the church and starting an after-school program for at-risk youth.

Soon she built up a following of women who would come to the church asking for Cash’s help.

“They didn’t know why but they trusted me,” Cash said. “These ladies didn’t have any reason to trust anyone because they’d been in horrible situations with their own family members.”

Cash started bringing the women back to the church, so she was given an apartment and a house, which she filled with homeless women. Eventually, she started a women’s recovery home which is still going today.

Again, the winds changed for Cash as she soon felt a need to leave the church, but didn’t know why.

“Then I found out my mom was sick,” Cash said. “I feel like God set it up where I can spend a season with my mom before she passed. We found out in August and she died in January.”

After that, she didn’t feel like she was meant to go back to the church, so she did various jobs including substitute teaching and being a personal trainer.

It was a chance encounter with the now Sheriff Ron Freeman that led her to

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“We didn’t have anything, and it became a burden on me to the point where I knew we had to do something,” Cash said. “We had kids overdosing, making bad decisions and ruining their lives. And I remembered ‘teen interception.’ ” She created a PowerPoint of the details for the program, and was given the go-ahead by the sheriff at the time. So, in 2015 she created the Teen Interception Program. It’s a free seven-week program for teens ages 13-17.

The program has different themes each week including testimonials from officers and parents who have lost their kids due to drugs. The program will also offer offsite trips to the three places Cash says these kids will end up if they don’t change their ways — jail, under a bridge or death.

But it doesn’t take a “scared straight” approach, she said.

her current role. Freeman was working at the department at the time and was having lunch with his wife at a local sub shop. Cash knew Freeman since they were teens because she was friends with his sister.

“We got to talking and he said, ‘why don’t you work at the sheriff’s office?’” Cash said. “It was something I’d wanted to do all my life. I think just about everyone’s had that desire at some point in their life. I thought I was too old because I was 41 at that time.”

But she was soon hired and started dabbling in different departments. However, she kept feeling God telling her about the phrase “teen interception,” although Cash wasn’t interested in teen ministries, so she soon forgot about it.

As she responded to calls, she spoke with many parents who were having trouble with their teenagers and asked if there was some way the sheriff’s office could help, Cash said.

“We can be part of that success and helping them make good decisions in a different way rather than enforcing the law,” Cash said. “We have to do our jobs still, but we want them to see we are a resource that can help as well.”

Her goal with the program is to break down the barriers between officers and teenagers. Often for the teens in the class, they may encounter a similar life or death situation, so Cash said they try to bring that reality to them.

“I tell them in the beginning to keep an open mind,” Cash said. “Even if you don’t think you need this, I promise you can learn something that might help you save your or one of your friends’ lives. If we could plant a seed to when a teenager remembers one piece that helps them make the right decision, keeps them alive and helps them be successful, then we succeeded.” ■

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they give back

Jeffrey Campbell Evans Foundation Providing transplant patients and their caregivers a private residence steeped in kindness, hope and peace The living room of the first apartment for transplant patients and their caregivers at Post Briarcliff Apartments in Atlanta.

A heartfelt journey Home for transplant patients is goal of Evans Foundation

By CANDY WAYLOCK

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Mom, Mary Evans.

Dad, Bob Evans.

Brother, Brad Evans.

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o trace the path from grief to peace, you’ll need to go back more than a decade to when a warm pair of socks set a plan in action.

As her son, Jeff, lay dying in an Atlanta hospital hooked up to a respirator to help him breathe, Mary Evans fixated on keeping his feet warm.

Her once vibrant 26-year-old son, a successful chef with a spectacularly bright future ahead of him, had contracted a rare virus three years earlier which attacked his heart, causing permanent damage.

Although Jeff had been on the transplant list for months — once getting so close to a new heart that he was prepped for surgery — the options had dimmed by the summer of 2006.

“His feet were always cold...so I brought socks from home to make him comfortable,” said Evans, recalling Jeff’s finals days in the hospital. “At that point I decided that in the future I would make sure every [transplant patient] received cashmere socks.”

But after Jeff passed away, grief took hold and the journey through the healing process delayed those plans until early 2015...when a new goal took shape.

Evans, who lives in Ball Ground with her husband, Bob, said she remembers distinctly when the idea for a temporary home for transplant patients and their caregivers came to her family.

“I was sitting at the kitchen table with Bob and [son] Brad and we talked about what we could to do honor Jeff’s memory and help the transplant community,” she said, remembering the moment when she began moving forward on her son’s legacy.

Evans said when Jeff was placed on the transplant list for a new heart the family was initially told they had to move to Alabama to be close to the hospital where the operation would take place. The family was able to work out a plan to have Jeff treated at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Atlanta, but Evans knew many families were not so lucky.

“I know what families are going through in that situation, on top of all the emotional issues, you just don’t need the financial burden [of housing] as well,” said Evans,

who had heard stories of families living in their cars at times to remain close to the hospital.

Mary, Bob and Brad Evans formed the Jeffrey Campbell Evans Transplant House Foundation in 2015 with the goal of providing fully furnished apartments where the transplant recipient and caregivers could live rent-free while awaiting an organ.

The idea was spurred by the Mason Guest House at Emory Hospital where up to 15 families can live at low cost while awaiting a transplant.

This month, the first tenants will move into the twobedroom, two-bath apartment at Post Briarcliff provided by the Evans Foundation. Plans are well underway to open three more apartments by the end of this year and at least 15 more by 2020.

Looking ahead, the goal, said Evans, is to eventually build a stand-alone transplant home by 2022, similar to the Mason House, where 20 families can reside.

Those apartments will be a godsend to those on the transplant list and their caregivers, said Evans, but a drop in the bucket compared to the need. There are more than 5,000 people on the transplant list in Georgia alone.

She explained the tenants will be selected by social workers with Emory, Children’s Hospital and Piedmont Hospital – three transplant hospitals in the Atlanta area – along with the Georgia Transplant Foundation.

The tenants will stay at least a month, perhaps longer, and the Evans Foundation will never know who will be living in the units. But she is grateful for the opportunity to do something positive for others in her son’s memory, and that is all the appreciation necessary.

Looking back on the past two years getting the foundation up and running, Evans is amazed at where she started...and how far her family has come.

“We were completely naive in the beginning...but we were able to knock down every wall and get over every hurdle we faced,” she said. “We were determined that no matter what, that THIS was going to happen. And here we are...opening our first apartment.”

For more information on the Jeffrey Campbell Evans Transplant House Foundation, visit the website at http:// www.jcevansfoundation.org. ■

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women in business

The Power of

food

Proverbs 3:8: “this will bring health to your body and nourishment to your bones.”

3:8 Juice & Eatery helps customers on their wellness journey

By CANDY WAYLOCK

candy@northsidewoman.com

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ike many moms, Leslie Graham started gaining weight with each pregnancy and found it increasingly harder to take the extra pounds off – even after her children were born.

But the goal to be healthier was more important than the numbers on the scale – and led her directly to a new life and career path.

Today, Graham is 90 pounds lighter than she was just three years ago and is the owner of 3:8 Juice & Eatery on Windward Parkway in Milton where she helps her customers meet their health goals as well.

“Our mission at 3:8 Juice is to promote wellness. We want to [help] our customers learn to take control of their health,” Graham said of her business model.

Graham was first introduced to the concept of juicing four years ago when she came across a television documentary, “Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead.” The film chronicled the life of an individual who lost considerable weight by drinking only fruit and vegetable juice which he made himself.

Graham was immediately hooked on the idea.

“I called my husband [who was working in California] and told him that when he got home, we were going to start juicing,” laughed Graham.

“He said, ‘we’re going to do WHAT?’ and almost didn’t come home!”

But Graham was adamant, and over the next year her husband, John, lost 50 pounds, and she lost nearly double that by doing short juice fasts along with a mostly whole food, plant-based diet.

“John was able to go off his high blood pressure medicine, gout medicine and acid reflux medicine,” Graham said. “A nail fungus I had been unable to clear for the past four years went away on its own after I started feeding my body the nutrients [it needed].”

The idea to take her journey to others began when Graham starting sharing her experience. A friend from church heard her story and knew it

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Leslie Graham, owner of 3:8 Juice and Eatery.

could be the answer to medical problems he was having.

“His father had passed away about a year ago and he had been on high blood pressure medicine from his early 20s,” Graham said. “He was now 30 with a family and knew that if he didn’t make some changes in his diet, he would not be around long for his family.”

Using Graham’s model of nutrition, her friend lost weight and was able to go off medication he had been taking for the past decade.

“It was at that point that I knew I wanted to open a juice bar,” Graham said. “I wanted more people to know about the power of food and how it can heal us.”

Her husband was cautious at first, urging her to try working at a juice bar before opening her own. She did exactly that, and within one year the opportunity to open 3:8 Juice & Eatery presented itself.

The name refers to the Bible verse from Proverbs, Graham explained, adding if you put good things in your body, you are protecting yourself from many diseases and costly medications.

John and Leslie Graham opened their store on Jan. 20 (Inauguration Day, she laughs!) with no advertising or promotions simply to get the kinks out before the formal opening. She was shocked at the number of customers who stopped in that first day.

“It was an amazingly busy day! It exceeded our expectations and everyone loved walking in, ordering, sitting down on the couch and hanging out,” Graham recalled.

3:8 Juice specializes in cold pressed juices, flavored with lots of herbs and spices to create unique blends. Graham points to the Taste of Mexico juice which includes pineapple, green apples, limes, cilantro and jalapeno – ingredients that are high in vitamins, mineral, antioxidants and help boost your metabolism.

3:8 Juice also offers salads and soups, along with a wide variety of smoothies and bowls. She listed the most popular smoothies, including

3:8 Juice & Eatery

Juices, Smoothies, Soups, Salads, Bowls and More, Whole Food, Plant Based Options

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5250 Windward Pkwy, Milton, GA 30004 38juice.com • (770) 680-2411 the Rejuvenator which contains kale, spinach, pineapple, peaches and fresh pressed apple juice.

The store’s customer base ranges from those who are seeking tasty, healthy, wholesome food, to those who want the juice to help them “reset” their taste buds, to those simply looking to lose weight.

“Other individuals may want to supplement their diet by replacing meals with healthy smoothies or bowls, or possibly juices,” Graham said. “We listen to our customers’ needs and then suggest or create a plan just for them.”

While smoothie locations and juice bars are relatively common in the metro area, Graham said 3:8 Juice is far more than just a juice and smoothie bar.

A knowledgeable staff can answer all your questions, information resources abound on site, and customers can even create their own juices based on their individual preferences.

To stay up to date on emerging trends, the Grahams attend multiple conferences by Remedy Food Project that brings together physicians, dietitians, athletes, leading researchers, cook book authors and celebrity chefs in the world of plant-based nutrition.

Looking to the future, for their second store, Graham said they hope to open a second location for their second store and are fielding numerous requests to franchise.

“We think this is a concept that is ready to be implemented in other markets,” Graham said. “Every year, more and more people are choosing this lifestyle to bring health and vitality back into their lives.” ■

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The Red, White, Blue and You

By LORI WYNNE Style Contributor

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uring patriotic holidays it deems appropriate to show your festive spirit through red, white and blue attire.

Did you know there is a right and wrong way to show your patriotism through clothing? Most people would agree that clothing made from an actual United States flag is inappropriate, but what about a T-shirt with the “stars and bars” on the front? According to the U.S. flag code, “The flag should not be used as wearing apparel, bedding, or drapery."

Many people interpret that to mean that any article of clothing that bears a field of blue with white stars paired with red and white stripes is too closely related to the flag and is disrespectful to the flag.

According to the United States flag code:

• The flag should not be used on a costume or an athletic uniform, except a flag patch can be placed on uniforms worn by military personnel, policemen, firemen and members of patriotic organizations.

• “The flag should never be used for any advertising purpose. It should not be embroidered, printed, or otherwise impressed on such articles as cushions, handkerchiefs, napkins, boxes, or anything intended to be discarded after temporary use.”

• For more info on how to treat and display the U.S. flag find the flag code here: http://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title4section8&num=0&edition=prelim With this in mind, don’t think of the flag code hampering your patriotic fashion dreams. Here are some ideas of how to wear red, white and blue.

• A navy dress patterned with white stars and red shoes.

• White shorts and a red and white striped shirt.

• Red jeans, navy top and star studded sandals.

• White jeans, navy T-shirt and patriotic colored accessories.

• A floral patterned skirt that includes red, white and blue.

• A gingham sundress in red, white and blue.

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Scarves resembling the flag’s combination of a dark blue field with white star and red and white stripes.

Ball caps, beach towels, and swim trunks with the flag pattern on it.

Western shirts (sorry Garth Brooks), leggings and tablecloths with stars and bars is not appropriate.

Final tip:

There is no flag police. The U.S. flag code on apparel is not enforced, nor can a person be charged with a crime for wearing the pattern of Old Glory on a bikini or boxer shorts. Just consider it your patriotic duty to respect the flag and wear red, white and blue appropriately during the holidays. ■

As a personal wardrobe consultant and owner of Alpharetta-based Fashion With Flair, Lori Wynne helps people look their best. Contact her at fashionwithflair.com. july2017 | northsidewoman.com | 15

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Book Club Best Bets Pack your summer reading list with 15 recommendations from local book groups

By KATHY DES JARDINS CIOFFI Contributing Writer

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othing is more relaxing than a book with the power to transform beach chairs or even the same old couch into anywhere in – or out of – this world.

Here, six local book clubs list recent favorites to pack for that next trip, virtual or otherwise. These 15 titles, including one beloved by three different clubs, are sure to entertain till the leaves begin changing and flights of fancy require something toastier than a book jacket.

BOOK CLULB: Saddle Creek Reading Women LOCATION: Roswell SUBMITTED BY: Pam King PICKS:

“A Man Called Ove,” by Fredrik Backman.

This was a heartwarming story about a man who loved his wife so much that the idea of going on in life without her is unbearable to him. The story humorously balances the isolation of a man overcome by grief with the repetitive overtures and needs of neighbors who slowly become dear friends. We all really enjoyed the story.

“We Are All Completely Besides Ourselves,” by Karen Joy Fowler. This was the story of a family that participates in a kind of a scientific/social experiment and finds that they will never be the same again. As a group, we had read and loved “The Jane Austen Book Club” and the author was the same, but the story was astoundingly different.

“The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry,” by Gabrielle Zevin is a book lover's mystery. A theft, an abandoned child and a love story all intertwined around a book store. What more can any book lover want?

BOOK CLUB: The Alphareaders LOCATION: Alpharetta, Johns Creek SUBMITTED BY: Robyn Kanner and Julie Scott PICKS: “Big Little Lies” by Liane Moriarty.

Not your ordinary chick lit. A fun read for any summer vacation spot. Although set in Australia, the book is full of characters and settings we all know intimately: PTA moms, school events, working parents, kids and husbands, and a range of personalities and family dynamics. The recent HBO series brought the setting to California but remained extremely faithful to Moriarty’s original cinematic text.

“The Dirty Life: A Memoir of Farming,

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Food and Love,” by Kristin Kimball. A NYC career woman abandons her city life to live with the man she eventually marries on a start-up farm. With “farm to table” and “clean food” trending now, this is a compelling, wellwritten look at a small, family-run farm and a community that helped sustain it.

“The Kitchen House,” by Kathleen Grissom. A pre-Civil War story written about a slice of society not commonly covered in fiction features vividly drawn characters living on a tobacco plantation in Virginia. Engaging and absorbing.

BOOK CLUB: Between the Covers LOCATION: Roswell, Alpharetta SUBMITTED BY: Cheryl Rapaport PICKS: “Written in the Stars,” by Aisha Saeed.

This book takes you into the world of arranged marriages and cultural differences. Aisha is raised in the U.S. and when she comes of age, her parents take her to Pakistan to visit relatives, but their real mission is to arrange a marriage for her.

“A Man Called Ove,” by Fredrik Backman.

A grumpy old man has his world turned upside down by a very boisterous family that moves in next door. It is a heartwarming story of compassion and love.

“The Bullet,” by Mary Louise Kelly. A surprising find when a young woman discovers that she has a bullet lodged near the base of her skull and does not know how it got there. A thrilling suspense story.

BOOK CLUB: The Bards Nest Book Club LOCATION: Johns Creek SUBMITTED BY: Barb Townsend PICKS:

"The Magic Strings of Frankie Presto,"

by Mitch Albom. A wonderful story of a fictional character whose life crosses paths with musicians of our time.

"The Rosie Project," by Graeme Simsion.

A laugh-out-loud book that shines the light on a man with Asperger’s syndrome trying to find love. You will fall in love, too.

"A Man Called Ove," by Fredrik Backman.

A heartwarming story of a curmudgeon trying to end his life, only to find life and love in his community.

BOOK CLUB: Northcliff Book Club LOCATION: Roswell SUBMITTED BY: Marilyn Baron and Debbie Weiss

PICKS: “The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane” by Lisa See. “It is a wonderful mother-daughter story, a love story and it has a perfect ending,” Baron said. “I learned a lot about another culture.”

“A Gentleman in Moscow,” by Amor Towles. “At first I felt sorry for Count Rostov, sentenced to spending the rest of his life inside the Metropol Hotel in a small room, with no opportunity to experience life outside,” Weiss said. “However, as time passed and he made some amazing friends and established wonderful relationships inside the bubble of a community, it was a pleasure to see him not only survive, but thrive in his confined environment.”

BOOK CLUB: AAUW Monday Night Book Club LOCATION: North Fulton, Woodstock, Brookhaven SUBMITTED BY: Louise Conti PICKS:

“Sisters in Law: How Sandra Day O'Connor and Ruth Bader Ginsburg Went to the Supreme Court and Changed the World,” by Linda Hirshman. We enjoy reading about women and their achievements. These two women exemplified strong women of accomplishment.

“My Name Is Lucy Barton,” by Elizabeth Strout. This book is deceiving in its seemingly innocuous storyline, but as we discussed it, we realized the denseness of the story.

“Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End,” by Atul Gawande. We had quite an impassioned discussion of this book as it presents in a very readable fashion how end-of-life issues are handled in this country whether an elder or terminal patient is in assisted living, a nursing home or at home.

The author offers examples of new ideas that are working and how the medical profession can adapt. ■

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he 2017 Georgia Author of the Year Awards were announced June 3. In addition to a Lifetime Achievement Award, presented to Raymond L. Atkins, and Judith Ortiz Cofer’s Posthumous Lifetime Achievement Award, honors conferred in 14 categories included:

Winner: Kathy A. Bradley, “Wondering Toward Center” Finalist: Raymond L. Atkins, “South of the Etowah: The View from the Wrong Side of the River”

BIOGRAPHY

Winner: Gray Stewart, “Haylow” Finalist: Anne Corbitt, “Rules for Lying”

Winner: Ted Geltner, “Blood, Bone, and Marrow: A Biography of Harry Crews” Finalist: Patricia Bell-Scott, “The Firebrand and the First Lady”

CHILDREN’S BOOK

Winner: Marcia Hawley Barnes, “Tobijah” Finalist: Susie Gardner, “1, 2, 3 TEAM!”

DETECTIVE/MYSTERY

Winner: Trudy Nan Boyce, “Out of the Blues” Finalist: Carole Townsend, “Blood in the Soil”

INSPIRATIONAL-RELIGIOUS

Winner: R. Kirby Godsey, “The God Particle: God Talk in a ‘Big Bang’ World” Finalist: J. Steve Miller, “Faith That’s Not Blind: A Brief Introduction to Contemporary Arguments for the Existence of God”

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FIRST NOVEL

Winner: John Lewis, Andrew Aydin, and artist Nate Powell, “March” Finalist: Susan Lindsley, “Possum Cops, Poachers and the Counterfeit Game Warden” Honorable Mention: Molly Brodak, “Bandit: A Daughter’s Memoir”

POETRY

Winner: Sandra Meek, “An Ecology of Elsewhere” Finalist: James Davis May, “Unquiet Things”

HISTORY

Winner: Kaye Lanning Minchew, “A President in Our Midst: Franklin Delano Roosevelt in Georgia” Finalist: Dan A. Aldridge Jr., “To Lasso the Clouds: The Beginning of Aviation in Georgia”

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Winner: Jane K. Ashley, “Cancer: The Light at the End of the Tunnel” Finalist: Barry Pencek: “The Millennial’s Guide to Wealth: Learn About Saving, Investing, Spending and Living While Drinking Beer”

LITERARY FICTION

Winner: Susan Sands, “Love, Alabama” Finalist: Marilyn Baron, “Stumble Stones”

Winner: Sonny Seals and George S. Hart, “Historic Rural Churches of Georgia” Finalist: Judson Mitcham, Michael David Murphy and Karen L. Paty, “Inspired Georgia”

YOUNG ADULT

Winner: Julia Franks, “Over the Plain Houses” Finalist: Terry Kay, “The King Who Made Paper Flowers” Honorable Mention: Ann Hite, “Sleeping Above Chaos”

Winner: Marsha Mathews, “Growing Up With Pigtails” ■

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The sandy white beach at Don Carter State Park.

Georgia parks ready for you to explore

By SUZANNE PACEY

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Lake Lanier with beach

Don Carter – www.gastateparks.org/DonCarter

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44 campsites 8 cottages 4 picnic shelters 12 primitive campsites

had the pleasure of exploring one of Georgia’s newest parks, Don Carter on the north side of Lake Lanier. With over 1,316 acres to explore, we found plenty to do.

There were several choices for overnight getaways; twobedroom cabins, a campground that accommodates RVs, a camping area reserved just for tents and hammocks and a primitive yurt site.

After checking into one of their beautiful and spacious cabins, we ventured on a hike that led us to the beach at Don Carter. With over four miles of trails, we were never concerned with getting lost because the trails were very well marked.

The beach swimming area was free of debris, with clean restrooms for changing.

Stand-up paddleboards were available for rent, as well as kayaks and aquacycles. Boat ramps were also available to provide quick access to the lake. You can launch a boat, fish from the shore or cast a line from the fishing pier!

There were several playgrounds and pavilions to rent with grills with clean restrooms.

It's a beautiful park for a large gathering or place to plan a family reunion. Definitely a park to explore!

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Spotted several dear roaming around Don Carter Park.

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Interior of cabin 5 at Don Carter Park.

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100 campsites 6 yurts 20 cottages 7 picnic shelters 1 group shelter 11 walk-in campsites 1 pavilion

Newly renovated mountain cabins Fort Mountain – www.gastateparks.org/FortMountain • • • • • • •

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62 campsites 15 cottages 7 picnic shelters 1 group shelter 3 pioneer camps 4 walk-in campsites 4 backcountry campsites

ituated on a wooded peninsula, Tugaloo’s cottages and most campsites offer spectacular views of 55,590-acre Lake Hartwell in every direction. Some cottages even have private boat docks for overnight guests. Tent campers can choose between the developed campground or primitive sites located a short walk from the parking area. During summer, the lake is a popular destination for swimming, water skiing, sailing and boating. Both the Sassafras and Muscadine hiking trails wind through oak, walnut, mulberry and cherry trees.

Tugaloo State Park boasts a six-lane mega ramp used for large fishing tournaments and easy lake access. Fishing is excellent year round, and large-mouth bass are plentiful.

The name “Tugaloo” comes from an Indian name for the river which once flowed freely prior to the construction of Hartwell Dam.

scenic drive on Highway 52 near the Cohutta Wilderness leads visitors to this mountain getaway. Hikers, mountain bikers and horseback riders will find some of the most beautiful trails in Georgia, winding through hardwood forest and blueberry thickets, crossing streams and circling a pretty lake. Hikers can also explore a stone fire tower built by the Civilian Conservation Corps and an ancient rock wall which stand on the highest point of the mountain. The mysterious 855-foot-long wall is thought to have been built by early Indians as fortification against more hostile Indians or for ancient ceremonies.

During summer, visitors can cool off on a lakeside beach. Park guests may stay overnight in fully equipped cottages, a campground or backpacking campsites.

Pretty trails, camping and golf

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estled in the rolling hills of Georgia’s upper Piedmont, this is one of northern Georgia’s best kept secrets. A beautiful stream flows through the park, providing the perfect setting for an after-picnic stroll. Hikers can follow either the short nature trail or the longer perimeter trail that travels through hardwoods and crosses creeks. Animal lovers should keep an eye out for wildlife while passing food plots along the perimeter trail. Two small ponds are open for public fishing, and a swimming pool is open during summer. Campers can stay overnight in the small, comfortable campground.

Golfers will enjoy the park’s superbly-conditioned Highland Walk Golf Course with full amenities and reasonable rates. Memberships, golf packages and tournament pricing are available. The course is built on steep, rolling hills with broad, crowned Bermuda fairways leading to generous, sloping Bermuda greens. The course’s Bluebird Cottage is available for overnight golf packages.

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Hardman Farm Historic Site has no reservable facilities.

he Sautee Nacoochee Indian Mound at Hardman Farm is perhaps the best known feature of Hardman Farm, located just south of Helen in White County. The gazebo-topped mound and cow pasture is a favorite landmark in North Georgia with exceptional ties to Native American history.

Guided house tours include the 19th-century parlor, original lighting and interesting telephone and climate control system. Visitors will also see the bedroom belonging to Anna Ruby Nichols, the namesake of nearby Anna Ruby Falls. The old barn was the focal point of Nacoochee Dairy that operated from 1910 until the mid-1920s. Guests will learn how milk was processed and transported, plus they will see a spring house and former horse barn. The tree-lined road leading from the visitor center to the house is a remaining portion of the historic Unicoi Turnpike. This 200-mile road went from Toccoa to western North Carolina and eastern Tennessee. It began as a buffalo trail, then a Native American trading route. ■ Source: www.gastateparks.org july2017 | northsidewoman.com | 19

‘Strong is the New Pretty’ celebrates girls

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A Celebration of Girls Being Themselves

By JULIA GROCHOWSKI

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ne local Atlanta woman is redefining what it means for girls to be strong in her new book “Strong is the New Pretty: A Celebration of Girls Being Themselves.”

The photographer and author Kate Parker is the mother of two girls, ages 8 and 12, who inspired the project. She said she loved to photograph her children and eventually, from these photos, the idea for her book was born.

“I noticed over time that the strongest images, the ones that moved me the most, were the ones where the girls were being themselves,” Parker said.

“For my girls, that means being silly and emotional. A lot of times they were dirty, their hair wasn’t brushed, or they didn’t have a special outfit on. They were just being themselves.”

After this realization, Parker began outlining a project that became known as “Strong is the New Pretty.”

“Girls are bombarded with messages about how important pretty is, that it’s in your size, hair or outfit,” Parker said. “I wanted my girls, all girls, to know that that’s not true. Being yourself is enough. That’s where the beauty comes from. That’s the most beautiful you can be.”

She decided to focus on the idea of strength and all of the different ways that young women and girls show that strength. It was a definition that continued to evolve during the course of the project.

When she first started, Parker said she had a “very narrow” definition of strength that mainly focused on athletic girls living in the more affluent suburbs of North Fulton.

“When I had the opportunity to turn it into a book, I really wanted to expand the definition,” Parker said. “Strength doesn’t always look like an athlete.

It isn’t always gritting it out or making a muscle.

Strength shows itself in so many different ways.”

Parker traveled across the nation meeting girls from all walks of life in her search of the meaning of strength. Some of the definitions that she settled on include confidence, resilience, creativity, kindness, independence and joy, all of which became separate categories in her book.

There are nine sections in the book, each one representing a different word. But Parker said it was difficult to pick “just nine words” out of an original list spanning over 30. Out of the resulting list, the chapter for “wild” originally had the most images.

“We had so many ‘wild,’ which I thought was awesome,” Parker said. “You don’t generally think of girls as ‘wild,’ but that they’re calm and complacent. I love that I had too many wild pictures of girls.”

Each of the photos is paired with a quote from the pictured girl who generally was doing what she loved most. The quotes range from humorous – “I tried to bulldoze my little brother, but my mom said no,” – to profound – “we weren’t supposed to climb this high, but the view is better up here,” – and everything in between. Many of the quotes were obtained through a questionnaire asking a girl to define strength. But some were uttered candidly during the photo shoots themselves.

“It really cemented for me how important it is for kids, girls especially, to find a passion and pursue it,” Parker said. “If you have something you’re good at, something you love, something you really invest your time in, then your self-worth comes from that instead of external things like looks or boys. It keeps your confidence levels up.” ■

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Kate T. Parker is a mother, wife, former collegiate soccer player, Ironman, and professional photographer. Her Strong Is the New Pretty photo series has led to collaborations with brands like Athleta, Kellogg's, and Oxygen. The project has also inspired Kate to launch a philanthropic arm of Strong Is the New Pretty, partnering with organizations like Girls on the Run and The Bully Project that invests in girls' health and education.

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as well as my professional career, all were connected to Milton. That gave me all the motivation and reason I needed to try to make Milton a better place to live.

July Northside Man: Joe Lockwood, Mayor of Milton; Owner of JK Lockwood Construction in Alpharetta City of residence: Milton (25 years) Hometown: Huntington, W.Va. Education: Georgia Southern University / Bachelor of Science in Construction Management Family: Wife, Dawn; daughter Morgan (25); sons Evans (22), and Charlie (17)

What makes the hours, time and hard work worth it after all these years?

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ilton Mayor Joe Lockwood has shepherded the city of Milton from its founding in 2006 to a vibrant, successful community that routinely lands on the list of best places to live. He has seen the city rise politically and civically in it's 11-year history, and takes tremendous pride in the progress the city has made.

Did you ever imagine your role as mayor would be a long-term one?

I don’t remember ever having a preconceived notion of how long, if elected, I would serve our city. Wow...it sure has gone by fast! Before I ran for mayor, I had never considered running for political office, but I realized that everything that was important to me, my family, friends, our church, my children's school, our home and farm,

Let me share a story of why I love this job. Early in our cityhood, I received a letter from a woman - a senior citizen - living on a fixed income with her disabled husband.

She had received her first Milton tax bill and wrote that she saw no value to her family in Milton becoming a city. At the bottom in a handwritten note it said "no one probably even cares." I looked up her address, drove over and knocked on her door. I told her I was the mayor and I wanted to come by and see if there was anything I could do to help. She seemed taken back and said "even if you can't do anything it means so much to me that you actually came by." I went back to my office, researched senior exemptions, helped her with the paperwork, and two weeks later I went back to her house with a new tax bill showing she owed nothing. She gave me a huge hug. There have been many moments like this...and this is where I get the most satisfaction from being mayor.

Is the Milton today what you had envisioned for it in 2006?

I can go on and on about all the accomplishments that have been achieved in our 11-year history. But what I am

Milton Mayor, Joe Lockwood.

most proud of is the sense of community and pride I see from our citizens about where they live, and I see it getting stronger and stronger every year. Milton has exceeded my expectations from what I envisioned 11 years ago, and I realize it's not just because of my leadership, but our city council, our professional and committed city staff, our boards and committees, the hundreds of committed and caring volunteers, and our citizens.

Are you ever amazed at the “fingerprints” you are leaving throughout the community?

Being the first mayor of our city, and also a private business owner, it is very rewarding to be able to look around and see things that I have been a part of, or touched, that will be here for future generations to benefit from and enjoy. It's also very rewarding for Dawn (coowner of Henry and Pearl in downtown Milton) to be a part of our business community in Downtown Milton.

So, what’s next for the city of Milton...and what can we expect from you in the coming years?

Joe Lockwood, wife Dawn, and children Evans, Morgan and Charlie.

I am confident in the next 10 years Milton will continue to get even better, not just through the work of people involved now, but with future generations of leaders. As far as my future politically, I have one more term that I can serve (assuming I am re-elected in November). Just 11 years ago I was not a politician, had never considered or run for public office, and ran for Milton mayor solely in the hope that I could improve our city and our citizens’ quality of life. I would like to think I have played a role in making that happen. Looking ahead, I have no desire to serve in higher public office just to be a politician. But I certainly would consider a future opportunity if there is a need to serve, and I genuinely believed I could make a positive difference. ■

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By CANDY WAYLOCK

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lthough the name may imply a Latin flair, Secreto Southern Kitchen & Bar in Alpharetta has its culinary roots planted firmly in Southern soil.

Chef Boyd A. Rose describes Secreto’s concept as “a contemporary spin on classic Southern cuisine within elegant yet approachable environs.”

Inspired by the countless meals that Rose and managing partner Paulo Junior have shared in their own homes, Secreto opened in June 2016 as a neighborhood restaurant welcoming friends, family and the community to pull up chair at their kitchen table.

“Secreto, which translates to ‘secret’ in Spanish, represents the art of recreating recipes that have been handed down for many generations,” Rose said. “This resonates in the inspired cuisine and heartfelt service.”

Over the past year, Secreto has become a favorite among locals for lunch and dinner, and landed on the “best of” lists for critics and food bloggers alike. None of this acclaim comes as any surprise to Boyd, who has held executive chef roles at nearby restaurants Etris Kitchen & Bar, Milton’s and Rainwater, and is known for his unique take on farm fresh, Southern fare and his passionate culinary style.

Boyd is committed to sourcing regional proteins and produce to develop soul food dishes that reflect his upbringing in the South and the recipes he learned from his mother and grandmother.

“I have many memories of sitting on the counter and stirring cornbread dressing for my grandmother,” Rose recalled. “My mother cooked six nights a week, but that is now a lost art for many families. I want to provide that

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same kind of soul-satisfying meal for our patrons.”

That passion for authentic food is reflected in the menu starting with a Southern-infused collection of appetizers including crispy seared lamb belly served with lemon pearl cous cous, toasted cumin tomato vinaigrette and fried green tomatoes stuffed with house made pimento cheese.

Dinner entrees include Southern fried chicken (Rose’s personal favorite) served with buttermilk mash, garlic green beans and smoked bacon jalapeño gravy, Charleston-Style crab cakes and coastal shrimp and grits.

On the lunch menu, abbreviated selections of the dinner menu are available, in addition to sandwiches and paninis such as the smoked pork loin ciabatta panini and “Bang Bang” shrimp sourdough po’ boy.

Finishing off the perfect meal are a selection of desserts including Rose’s signature warm buttermilk-glazed carrot cake with orange cream cheese frosting — a longtime favorite which always sends guests home happy, he added. Other sweet favorites include the flourless chocolate torte and seasonal crème brulee.

The extensive wine lists complements Rose’s Southern-inspired cuisine, and prominently features selections from small producers in California and Oregon as well as those from French, Spanish, Australian and Italian origins.

A rotating selection of cocktails includes both classics cocktails and new favorites like the Southern Passion (vodka, orange liqueur, falernum, passion fruit, agave and lime). ■

Crispy seared border spring lamb belly, wild olive pearl cous cous.

Grilled farro island salmon, buttermilk mash, spring pea crawfish succotash.

General Manager Paulo Henrique Junior, left, and Executive Chef Boyd A. Rose.

Creamy pimiento cheese mac.

Secreto Southern Kitchen & Bar 6195 Windward Pkwy, Suite 102, Alpharetta Dinner: Monday through Saturday Lunch: Monday through Friday For more information, call 770-752-0922 or visit www.secretokitchen.com.

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By CANDY WAYLOCK

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ho doesn’t love the excitement of Fourth of July fireworks celebrating our nation’s birthday?

Lots of four legged creatures, say animal welfare organizations.

“Every year on the fifth of July, animal control officers get a huge volume of calls about pets who, frightened by the noise of the parades and fireworks, escape from their families or dig out of their yards in a desperate attempt to flee,” said Jaclyn Rosenberg, marketing communications coordinator for the Humane Society of the United State (HSUS).

A fear of noises can develop in dogs of all ages, although puppies appear to be less susceptible to the loud noises of fireworks (and thunderstorms). Typical symptoms include restless behavior, heavy panting, shaking, and excessive drooling, along with hiding, tails tucked and other protective stances.

So what can a responsible pet parent do to make the Fourth of July less traumatic for their pet? Here are suggestions from the HSUS.

Do not bring your pets to events where loud noises and bright lights are likely to scare them. On days like the Fourth of July, be sure your pets spend the day inside, secure and safe.

Create a safe place

Designate a place for your pets to go to when they hear the noises that frighten them. But remember, this must be a safe location from their perspective, not yours. Notice where they go (or try to go) when frightened. If they are trying to get inside the house, consider installing a dog door. If they are trying to get under your bed, give them access to your bedroom.

Consider using a fan or radio near the spot to help block out the sound. Pets should be able to come and go from this location freely. Confining them in their "safe space" when they don’t want to be there can cause more problems.

Distraction

This method works best when your dog is just beginning to get anxious. Start when they first alert to the noise, but are not yet

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showing a lot of fearful behavior. Immediately try to interest them in something they really enjoy, such as fetching a ball or their favorite toy. Reward them with praise and treats. As the storm or other noise builds, you may not be able to keep their attention on the activity, but it might delay the start of the fearful behavior for longer and longer each time you do it. If you can't keep their attention and they begin acting fearfully, stop the process. If you continue, you may inadvertently reinforce the negative behavior.

Behavior modification

Behavior modification techniques such as “counter-conditioning" and "desensitization" are often successful in reducing fears and phobias. These techniques must be implemented very gradually, and they condition or teach your dog to respond in non-fearful ways to sounds and other stimuli that have previously frightened her.

Begin by exposing your dog to an intensity level of noise that doesn't frighten her and pairing the noise with something pleasant, like a treat or a fun game. Gradually increase the volume as you continue to offer them something pleasant. Through this process, they’ll come to associate "good things" with the previously feared sound. Be careful using behavior modification. If these techniques aren't used correctly, they won't be successful and could even make the problem worse.

Consult your veterinarian

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Medication may be available to help reduce your dog's anxiety levels, but your vet is the only person who can prescribe appropriate medication. Don't give your pet any over-thecounter or prescription medication without consulting your vet. Animals don't respond to drugs the same way people do, and a medication that may be safe for humans could be fatal to your dog. Drug therapy alone won't reduce fears permanently, but in extreme cases, medication and behavior modification might be the best approach.

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Do not attempt to reassure your dog when she is afraid. This will only reinforce fearful behavior. If you pet, soothe, or give treats to your pets it may be seen as a reward for their fear. Instead, try to behave normally, as if you don't notice their fearfulness.

Do not put your dog in a crate. Pets will still be fearful in the crate and are likely to injure themselves, perhaps severely, while attempting to get out of the crate.

Do not punish your dog for being afraid. Punishment will only make them more afraid.

Do not try to force your dog to experience or be close to the sound that frightens them. Making them stay close when firecrackers are going off will only make them more afraid, and could cause aggression in an attempt to escape from the situation. ■

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Greek Chicken Kabobs Ingredients:

(For the tahini-yogurt sauce) 1/2c Greek yogurt 2T tahini 2T lemon juice 1/4t minced garlic 1/4t kosher salt 2T cool water (For the salad) 3T olive oil 2T lemon juice ½ English cucumber diced 1 green bell pepper, diced 1 heaping cup of grape tomatoes, halved 2T fresh parsley, chopped 1/4c crumbled feta

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rom BABY to BACK TO SCHOOLERS…the BRAINS of children are BUSY !

How are you moving from Summer Camp to finding the right school environment for your child?

Have you ever seen the 1990’s movie Baby Geniuses? While being a comedy, the movie is based on the truth of just how smart a baby really is. The premise of the movie is that a “wicked corporation” has discovered that babies have the knowledge to speak any language, cure diseases, have all sorts of technological superior knowledge, and the “bad guys” are trying to harness this knowledge for financial gain before this knowledge is lost as the babies get older and become “merely mediocre” like the rest of us. The fact is, for a comedy way back in the 90s and with what we know now about the brain, Hollywood didn’t realize just how right they had it!

Studies show that as babies grow into adolescence, approximately onehalf of the brain connections that have been made will be “pruned” and lost forever. The quality of stimuli that a child continues to experience plays a bigger part in their brain quality than genetics. As part of the early childhood profession, I feel particularly humbled as well as honored by the responsibility and joy of being a part of this incredible time in a child’s life. As parents and as educators we have a significant obligation to seek out and provide the very best early education and interaction experiences possible for children. Preschools that are academically strong, language rich, have creative outlets, provide social

…..in fact, the baby’s brain seems to be the most powerful learning computer on the planet.”

and play based environments, and physical fitness opportunities will all play equally important roles in a child’s brain development providing the neural architecture that will influence how they will handle all future experiences.

The potential for this type of superior knowledge for a baby-infantpreschooler IS there. How to nurture this potential is what we, as meager adults, need to figure out! Happy Back to School planning ! ■

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Here are five “summer springboard” tips from Brain Balance to keep their thinking skills sharp for the coming school year.

TIP 1: Get your child moving Activities that involve active physical motion help children to read with greater comprehension and retain more information.

Take a summer field trip to an outdoor gallery, or spend the day indoors in an interactive, hands-on museum.

TIP 2: Prepare a daily schedule of activities Routines keep children grounded—and they are especially necessary during breaks, when the regular school schedule goes out the window. Let your child have input into their schedule—it will give them an opportunity to have input on their day and make them feel empowered.

TIP 3: Spend time in the kitchen Let your child do simple activities like

measuring ingredients, dividing up portions, and reading recipes. This reinforces their reading and math skills without making them feel intimidated. And the upside for you is extra help with meal preparation.

TIP 4: Encourage them to journal Take a break from social media and have your child write about their feelings or thoughts in a journal during the summer break. This is a fun way to boost their writing skills and show them that writing can be a meaningful outlet. And, of course, it will show in their assignments when the school year starts back up.

TIP 5: Let them get their hands dirty Stimulate your child’s tactile and visual senses by letting them play with toys like sidewalk chalk and finger paints. These activities are sensory and help your child develop fine motor skills. They’re also plain old fun.

To understand left- and right-brain weakness in children you may know, check out this simple online assessment: https://www.brainbalancecenters.com/ our-program/childs-personalized-plan/onlineassessment/. ■

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Gail Stephe ns (right), w ith daughter Jordan set out for the top of Kenne Catherine Cameron and grandd saw Mount aughter ain.

The family that hikes together When mother, daughter and granddaughter go hiking together, the payoff is much more than just exercise.

By STEVE HUDSON

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he other day, while hiking the trail to the top of Kennesaw Mountain, I discovered something that’s good to know: It’s hard to keep up with Gail Stephens.

When I finally did catch up, Gail was already a quarter mile up the trail toward the mountain’s summit. It’s a moderately serious climb, but Gail was making it look like a walk in the park.

But wait. There’s more. With her was Catherine Cameron, one of Gail’s daughters – and Catherine was carrying her own daughter, baby Jordan, in a backpack seat and not missing a beat.

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Kennesaw Mountain rises almost 700 feet above the surrounding terrain. The trail to the top is a popular hike, one that gives you a good dose of exercise with some upclose history thrown in too. The trail makes that climb in roughly a mile, and let’s just say that if you didn’t feel your leg muscles at the start of the hike you’ll certain be feeling them at the end.

The same commanding topography that makes this hike such a good workout also gave Kennesaw Mountain a key part to play during the Civil War. It was one of the last barriers between Union General William T. Sherman and the nearby city of Atlanta, on Sherman’s march to the sea, and Union and Confederate troops came face to face at Kennesaw Mountain in June of 1864.

The defenders, under Confederate General Joseph E. Johnson, dug in on the mountain, fortifying their positions with earthworks and gun emplacements. You will see plenty of each as you hike the trail today. The attackers fought their way uphill, battling not only the Confederates but also the mountain itself. Looking now across the quiet forest, it’s hard to image cannon roaring and bullets splintering the branches overhead. But they were, and they did, and for those who fought here it was a rough start to a summer that history tells us was about as hot, wet and humid as it can get.

It was hot and humid on the mountain the other day, too, as I pushed to keep up with Gail and company as we climbed ever nearer to the summit.

“What does all that weigh?” I asked Catherine when we took a break for rest for us and a few goldfish for the baby.

“Jordan weighs about 23 pounds,” Catherine said, “and the baby carrier and all is probably another 10 pounds.”

Thirty-three pounds and a trail that’s all uphill…

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Hiking this trail with a baby in a backpack! I couldn’t do that.”

“I couldn’t do that either,” said her companion. “That woman is awesome. She’s my new hero!”

Hiking together has become a regular thing for Gail and her kids and grandkids, and it got started as way for them all to be together. Gail works fulltime as director of the Mother’s Morning Out program at Alpharetta First United Methodist Church, and two of her three daughters have full-time jobs too. Everybody was busy, and finding time to enjoy each other’s company was a challenge sometimes.

So, about five years ago, Gail decided to make family hiking outings a priority.

“We wanted to enjoy the outdoors and get some good exercise,” she says, “but especially we wanted to spend time together. Sometimes hiking is the only time I can get my girls to myself.”

These hiking adventures have now become weekly events. Everybody can’t make every hike, but once in a while it’s an expedition – Gail and three daughters and six granddaughters.

“Whoever it happens to be, we try THE TRAIL AT A GLANCE: to do a short hike every Saturday,” she says, adding that she prefers Saturdays to The trail to the top of KenSundays “because Saturdays are usually nesaw Mountain, one of many less crowded on the trails.” hiking opportunities that you’ll find “We start planning the Wednesday at Kennesaw Mountain National before,” she says, “deciding where to go Battlefield Park, begins at the park’s and checking the weather and finding a visitor center just off US 41. There’s time that works.” Mornings seem to be best, she adds, especially in the summer parking at the visitor center and months when midday can be sweltering. overflow parking nearby in case the Are there longer hikes in the future? main lot fills up, which it will do on “I’d like to do some day hikes on the most nice weekends.

Appalachian Trail,” she says, adding that The summit hike is actually the daughter Catherine and her husband first leg of a much longer (about Roger have already hiked most of the six miles) loop hike. The first leg Georgia portion of the AT. of that loop begins at the Visitor “But I only want to do day hikes,” Gail Center, climbs to the Kennesaw adds. “I’m just not into sleeping in a tent!” summit, and then continues to Little What advice would Gail give to other Kennesaw Mountain and Pigeon women who would like to begin hiking with their daughters and granddaughters?

Hill before reaching Burnt Hickory There’s the practical stuff, of course – Road. Portions of this section are bring water (“Lots of water,” Gail says) rough and offer challenging hiking. and plenty of good snacks for everyone. A The return leg of the loop, however, basic first aid kit is easy to carry, too, and follows a graveled pathway and is is helpful in the event of a scraped knee. much gentler.

Sunscreen and a hat are important, too, Water is available at each end and will help keep the sun at bay. of the loop (that is, at the visitor “And have the proper shoes,” Gail center on the loop’s north end and advises. “You’ll see lots of people hiking in at the intersection with the Noses flipflops, but remember that hiking is more Creek Trail just across Burnt Hickory than just walking.” Good shoes provide support and make the whole experience Road.). Otherwise, there are no much more enjoyable.” facilities along the trail, so plan acBut the most important thing, she cordingly. hastens to add, is to “make it fun.”

“That’s the number one goal,” Gail explains. “It’s not to get to the end but rather to have fun along the way.”

She adds, “If all you say is ‘we’ve got to get there,’ then it will not be fun for the kids.”

Instead, she says, make the journey itself the adventure.

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asal cell carcinoma (BCC) is an abnormal growth or lesion arising from the skins basal layer, the deepest layer of the epidermis (the outer layer of the skin). Basal cell carcinoma is the most common form of skin cancer.

When a person is overexposed to UVB radiation, it damages the body's natural repair system, which causes basal cell carcinomas to grow. These tend to be slowgrowing tumors and rarely metastasize (spread) to other organ systems.

What does basal cell carcinoma look like?

Basal cell carcinomas can present in a number of different ways: • raised pink or pearly white bump with a pearly edge and small, visible blood vessels • pigmented bumps that look like moles with a pearly edge • a sore that continuously heals and re-opens • flat scaly scar with a waxy appearance and blurred edges Despite the different appearances of the cancer, they all tend to bleed with little or no cause. Eighty-five percent of basal cell carcinomas occur on the face and neck since these are areas that are most exposed to the sun.

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Other risk factors for developing a basal cell carcinoma include: having fair skin, sun exposure, age (most skin cancers occur after age 50), exposure to

ultraviolet radiation (as in tanning beds) and therapeutic radiation given to treat an unrelated health issue.

Diagnosing basal cell carcinoma requires a biopsy — either excisional, where the entire tumor is removed along with some of the surrounding tissue, or incisional, where only a part of the tumor is removed (used primarily for large lesions).

Treatments for basal cell carcinoma include: • Cryosurgery — Some basal cell carcinomas respond to cryosurgery, where liquid nitrogen is used to freeze off the tumor.

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Mohs Micrographic Surgery — The preferred method for large tumors, Mohs Micrographic Surgery combines removal of cancerous tissue with microscopic review while the surgery takes place. By mapping the diseased tissue layer by layer, less healthy skin is damaged when removing the tumor.

Prescription Medicated Creams — These creams can be applied at home. They stimulate the body's natural immune system over the course of weeks.

Radiation Therapy — Radiation therapy is used for difficult-totreat tumors, either because of their location, severity or persistence.

Surgical Excision — In this treatment the tumor is surgically removed and stitched up. ■

Back To School- Your child’s dental check-list

By DR. USHMA PATEL AND DR. BRITTANY CORBETT, D.D.S Center for Advanced Dentistry

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our child may have the latest wardrobe, school supplies and sports equipment for the new school year, but does she have a healthy mouth and the tools they’ll need to maintain it?

According to the American Dental Association, a dental examination is as important as immunizations and booster shots and should be a regular part of backto-school preparations.

Your child's back-to-school checklist should include: • Regular dental examinations to diagnose and treat or prevent dental problems. Parents and teachers may not realize there's a dental problem, so regular checkups are important. We may suggest fluoride treatments or sealants to prevent decay and can diagnose and treat dental problems to save your child pain and lost school time.

• Regular brushing with fluoride toothpaste and flossing. Head for the dental care aisle when you're out shopping for notebooks, binders and pencils. If parents buy several toothbrushes they could have their child change to a new

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one every three months or so, or after an illness. If it's hard to remember when to change a brush, you could try to change it every time report cards come out. Ask us for a recommendation on how often to change toothbrushes.

• Eating healthy lunches and snacks.

Include portable healthy lunch items and snacks in your child's sack lunch, including grains, milk, cheese, raw vegetables, yogurt or fruit. If your child eats in the school cafeteria, review healthy, balanced food choices with him before the first day of school. Cut back on sugary foods and soft drinks.

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A big part of the dentist's role is to monitor children as they grow. They see where things need to improve and can give you the tools to maintain and improve your child's oral health. Seeing the dentist isn't the only step to keeping your children's teeth healthy. These tips can help them steer clear of cavities.

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The doctor and staff are dedicated to achieving the best possible result for each patient. As a general rule, informed and cooperative patients can achieve excellent orthodontic results. While recognizing the benefits of a beautiful healthy smile, patients should also know that, as with all healing arts, orthodontic treatment has limitations and potential results. These are seldom serious enough to indicate that the patient should not have treatment. However, all patients should seriously consider the option of no orthodontic treatment at all by accepting their present oral condition.

Alternatives to orthodontic treatment vary with each individual’s specific problems, and prosthetic solutions or limited orthodontic treatment may be considerations. The patient should discuss alternatives with the orthodontist prior to beginning treatment.

Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics is the dental specialty that includes the diagnosis, prevention, interception and correction of malocclusion, as well as neuromuscular and skeletal abnormalities of the developing or mature orofacial structures.

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The success of treatment depends on the patient’s cooperation in keeping appointments, maintaining good oral hygiene, avoiding loose and broken braces, and following the orthodontist’s instructions carefully.

The length of treatment depends on a number of issues, including the severity of the problem, the patient’s growth and the level of patient cooperation.

The actual treatment time is usually close to the estimated treatment time, but treatment may be lengthened if, for example, unanticipated growth occurs or no growth occurs. Also, if there are habits affecting the dentofacial structures, or if periodontal problems occur or if patient cooperation is not adequate treatment times can be extended.

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JULY 1

Roswell Farmers and Artisans Market 8 a.m.-noon. each Saturday throughout summer. Browse a large selection of fruits, vegetables, flowers, herbs, breads, pastries, cheese, grass-fed meats, eggs, drinks, jams, artisan bath products and more.

A typical Saturday includes live music, mini-workshops, children’s programs and chef demonstrations. A bistro area allows shoppers to relax, eat and enjoy. 38 Hill St., Roswell. www.roswellfam.com Johns Creek Farmers Market 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. each Saturday through Oct. 31, rain or shine. Meet local farmers and shop for organic or sustainable foods and produce. Newtown Park, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek. www.johnscreekga.gov Lambert Farmers Market 4 p.m.-8 p.m. Each Saturday through Oct. 28. Come check out more than 20 local businesses and artisans who will have their food and products for sale. Lambert High School, 805 Nichols Road, Suwanee. www.lambertfarmersmarket.com Riverside Sounds Concert Series 6 p.m.-9 p.m. first Saturday of each month through October. The annual, free concert series will feature The Fritz, a multi-genre band, in July. Food trucks will be on location for spectators to enjoy dinner while watching live music. Riverside Park, 575 Riverside Road, Roswell. www.roswellgov.com Independence Day Celebration 7 p.m.-10 p.m. Celebrate our country's independence with live music, activities, food and an exceptional fireworks display.

Newtown Park, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek. www.johnscreekga.gov

JULY 2

Free Outdoor Fitness 9 a.m. most Sundays through Oct. 15. Join a free outdoor fitness class. Newtown Park, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek, or the Autrey Mill Nature Preserve, 9770 Autrey Mill Road, Johns Creek, depending on the class. www.johnscreekga.gov River Canoe Trips 6 p.m.-9 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday through Aug. 27. Come and take a leisurely evening paddle with experienced canoe guides while learning all about the environment of the Chattahoochee River. This trip is perfect for a first time paddle or a fun way to reconnect with the Chattahoochee River. All equipment is provided. Tickets for the general public are $30, and tickets for CNC members are $25. Registration required. Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. www.chattnaturecenter.org

JULY 3

Garden Tour Mondays 9:30 a.m. each Monday through Sept. 25.

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Barrington Hall. Learn how the gardens have been restored and receive gardening tips. No reservations necessary. Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell. www.roswellgov.com

Entertaining-themed cooking class. $50 per person, per class. Reservations required. Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell. www.roswellgov.com

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Barbecue and Bluegrass 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Enjoy barbecue and bluegrass as the King family, who built Barrington Hall, Fourth of July barbecue tradition is revisited with live music, barbecue and desserts for sale. A children’s area keeps youngsters occupied with games and crafts. Admission is free, and vendors will have food and drink available for purchase. Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell. www.roswellgov.com Fireworks Extravaganza 5:30 p.m. The annual Roswell Fireworks Extravaganza will feature live stage performances, a Kids Zone and great food. Bring picnic blankets, chairs and the family. Dogs are not allowed. Roswell High School, 11595 King Road, Roswell. www.roswellgov.com Alpharetta Fourth of July Celebration 6 p.m.-10 p.m. Alpharetta Recreation and Parks will host an evening of entertainment and children’s activities on the lawn and field, with a fireworks display that begins at dusk. Enjoy inflatables, face painting, balloon animals and fun in the children’s area, with wristbands available for nominal fees. Food vendors located throughout the park will serve festive fair food. Wills Park, 1825 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta. www.alpharetta.ga.us

JULY 6

Food Truck Alley in Alpharetta 5-9 p.m. every Thursday through Oct. 19.

Feast on the street every Thursday evening with a rotating variety of six to eight food trucks and live music each week. Old Roswell Street (behind SmokeJack) in downtown Alpharetta. www.awesomealpharetta.com

JULY 8

“Making Transitions” Support Group for Women 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Join this free support group for women navigating through changes in parenting, relationships and balancing work and households. The facilitator, Sona Tank, a certified life coach from Life Purpose Institute, uses effective and evidence-based tools to help them make healthy transitions. Northeast/ Spruill Oaks Library, 9560 Spruill Road, Johns Creek. Registration required: Call 770-360-8820 or email Karen.swenson@ fultoncountyga.gov. www.afpls.org

JULY 13

Sam Hunt Concert 7 p.m.-11 p.m. Country music star Sam Hunt will make a stop in Alpharetta during his “15 in a 30” tour. He is joined by musicians Maren Morris, Chris Janson and Ryan Follese. Verizon Amphitheater, 2200 Encore Parkway, Alpharetta. www.vzamp.com

JULY 15

Summerour Concert Series 7 p.m. Autrey Mill Nature Preserve presents the Summerour House Concert series. This intimate concert setting suits the local musicians who visit. $18. Autrey Mill Nature Preserve, 9770 Autrey Mill Road, Johns Creek. www.johnscreekga.gov Movies Under the Stars 7:30 p.m. Bring a picnic along with your lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy an evening under the stars filled with music, playground fun and Finding Dory.

A concession stand will provide food and drinks. Admission is free, and the movie begins at dark. Riverside Park, 575 Riverside Road, Roswell. www.roswellgov.com

Movies at Newtown Park 7 p.m. A free featured movie presented on a huge outdoor screen offers family fun for the summer. Pre-show includes an inflatable moonwalk, face painting, children’s activities and more. Film starts at dusk. 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek. www.johnscreekga.gov

JULY 16

Brantley Gilbert with Tyler Farr and Luke Combs 7 p.m.-11 p.m. Enjoy a performance by Brantley Gilbert as he showcases songs from his album “The Devil Don’t Sleep.”

Ticket prices range from $29.75-$54.75.

Verizon Amphitheater, 2200 Encore Parkway, Alpharetta. www.vzamp.com

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Cooking Classes at Barrington Hall 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Join Chef Judith McLoughlin for a Southern Summer

Steve Miller Band 7 p.m.-11 p.m. The Steve Miller Band will perform along with Peter Frampton for an evening of music and fun. Ticket costs range from $39-$115. Verizon Amphitheater, 2200 Encore Parkway, Alpharetta. www.vzamp.com PRIDE Teen Driving Class 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. This free, two-hour course gives parents and future driving teens advice on what to do during the 40 hours of supervised practice driving time Georgia teens must complete before taking their driver’s license test. Milton Police Department, 13000 Deerfield Parkway, Ste. 107E, Milton. www.cityofmiltonga.us Hans Zimmer 8 p.m.-10 p.m. Come listen to some of Hans Zimmer’s classic film scores, such

as “The Lion King” and “Pirates of the Caribbean.” After this half of the show, enjoy reimagined versions of the scores from “The Dark Knight Trilogy” and “Inception.” Verizon Amphitheater, 2200 Encore Parkway, Alpharetta. www.vzamp.com

JULY 20 Forsyth County Women’s Club Monthly Luncheon 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Join the Forsyth County Women’s Club for its monthly luncheon.

It is open to all women of Forsyth County and the surrounding counties. The luncheon costs $22. Polo Golf and Country Club, 6300 Polo Club Drive, Cumming. www.forsythcountywomensclub.net Alive in Roswell 5-9 p.m. Head to Canton Street in downtown Roswell for one of the best street parties in the metro Atlanta area.

Live music, food, displays and shopping make this event a fun and family-friendly event. The event is free, with trolleys moving between Canton Street and Roswell City Hall. www.aliveinroswell.com

JULY 22

Stooges Brass Band and AJ Ghent Band Concert 7 p.m. Enjoy live music during the Summer Concert Series, this week featuring jazz bands Stooges Brass Band and AJ Ghent Band. Food will be available for purchase from food trucks. Mark Burkhalter Amphitheater at Newtown Park, 3150 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek. www.johnscreekga.gov

Looking Ahead to:

August

AUGUST 13

Atlanta Concert Band 4 p.m.-5:30 p.m.The ACB brings all kinds of different music to their audiences, from classical and traditional music to pop, jazz and movie scores. They strive to introduce children to great music in a fun atmosphere, improve their skills and encourage young musicians. Admission to their show is free. Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forest Street, Roswell. www.atlantaconcertband.org

AUGUST 19

Taste of Johns Creek 4 p.m. Sample more than 20 local restaurants from $1 to $4 at the Taste of Johns Creek. There will be an Art Walk where you can shop. Enjoy live music, local entertainment, kids’ activities and taste some of the best food the Johns Creekarea has to offer at this family-friendly event. Chattahoochee High School, 5230 Taylor Road, Johns Creek. www.johnscreekga.gov ■

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Dr. Taylor has performed thousands of Mohs surgeries and reconstructions, dermatologic surgeries and procedures while in private practice in Florida where local and even international patients have sought him out for the best care. He is an expert in skin cancer and melanoma treatment, endovenous laser ablation, minimally invasive vein procedures and cosmetics procedures such as Botox and injectables. He now brings his highly sought after expertise back home to Alpharetta with the opening of Premier Dermatology and Mohs Surgery of Atlanta! Now Accepting Patients.

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