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Staff Photographer & Teen2teen Editor

Contributing Writers Gail Moore, Nathan Swanson, Richard Sikora, DPM, Lina Landess, Michael Harmon, jacquie Reininger, Winona Wentworth, Cindy Wilkins, Rev. Peter Panagore, Dr. Neil Griffin, Tom Gillespie, Molly McClean,

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Dear Readers,

appy New Year! I hope you had a wonderful holiday season; it’s hard to believe Christmas came and went so

quickly. 2012 will be an interesting year. According to the ancient Mayans, on December 21, 2012 cataclysmic or transformative events will occur on the Earth, ending a 5,125 year-long cycle in the Mesoamerican Long Count Calendar. Many believe these events will be the end of life on Earth as we know it. Others believe the Earth and its population will undergo a positive physical or spiritual transformation. Still others believe that it marks the Earth’s collision with a black hole, a passing asteroid or a planet called Nibiru, also known as Planet X. Whatever you believe, live life to the fullest, and do the best you can to help others along the way. 2012 will be a challenging year for our family, regardless of what the cosmos have in store for the Earth. Our daughter Lauren was diagnosed with Osteosarcoma in midDecember. This is a fairly rare bone cancer that is common in children ages 12 to 19, and can be caused by rapid bone growth. She is putting the Asheboro & More Teen 2 Teen Magazine on hiatus until she is able to focus on it again, but it will return! Please keep her in your prayers during the next year as we go through the steps to healing her. It’s getting cold outside, so check out some of the great ideas in the magazine this month for things to do. Read our cover story about Summit Laser & Cosmetic Center and Dr. Pamela Penner. This a great time to focus on YOU and your body, before the “bare it” months of summer arrive. Check out what they can do for you. There is a great article on things to see at the Zoo during the cold weather months, definitely plan a trip or two to the Zoo. Faylene Whitaker of Whitaker Farms talks about the Bare Beauty of Winter in her Nature’s Nuances article, and we have a great recipe for Mustard-Herb Beef Stew to accompany the Peirano Estate Vineyards 2008 Malbec that Dave reviewed. Please enjoy all the articles in our January issue. Next month we are hosting our Randolph County Bridal & Prom Show. We are so excited to bring this event to Randolph County and it’s FREE!! Please plan to attend and check out the latest fashions in gowns, what’s hot in hairstyles and skincare for your wedding. We are bringing together the best selection that Randolph County has to offer to assist you in planning your special day. Bring your mom, your best friend, the groom, and plan your wedding without having to leave the County. We look forward to seeing you on February 18th at AVS Banquet & Catering Center.

“2012 will be an interesting year. According to the ancient Mayans, on December 21, 2012 cataclysmic or transformative events will occur on the Earth, ending a 5,125 year-long cycle in the Mesoamerican Long Count Calendar”

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my perspective

Happy New Year!

t is amazing how quickly things can change. Just when you think you are starting to “get into the groove,” something comes along and throws you for a loop. Usually that something is just irritating, creating extra work and then goes away without too much hassle. Other times, it is something catastrophic that stops you in your tracks and changes your life forever. As a serial entrepreneur, I am accustomed to dealing with more than my fair share of things that cause minor deviations in the plan. Although I have encountered a few life-altering events that have thrown me for a loop, I was not prepared when the doctor told us our daughter, Lauren, has Osteosarcoma, a type of bone cancer that affects children between the ages of twelve and nineteen. One thing I’d hoped never to hear in relation to my family was the word Cancer. In fact, we have been extremely fortunate that our family has been cancer-free until now. However, in the middle of December, we were told by an orthopedic surgeon, who is also a good friend of ours that Lauren’s severe knee pain was, in fact, cancer.

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She referred us to a specialist at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, who performed a biopsy and told us that Lauren’s pain was being caused by a lemon-sized tumor on her femur. He informed us that Lauren would have to undergo months of chemotherapy, as well as reconstructive surgery to remove the tumor and repair the damage that it had caused so she can walk again. There are no words to express how utterly helpless I felt at that very moment. I am, by nature, a problem solver. I enjoy solving problems from the simple like crossword puzzles to the complex that business ownership throws at me on an almost daily basis. I don’t profess to have all the answers, but in the past I have done a fairly good job of solving them on my own. On this particular day, I was presented with a problem that I could not solve. Watching Sherry and Lauren deal with the news in their own way only made me feel even more helpless. This was, undoubtedly, the worst day of my entire life. I am not “the glass is half empty” type, but I had a hard time finding the upside to this situation. As we all know, God works in mysterious ways and the upside became apparent very quickly in the form of the overwhelming outpouring of support, thoughts and prayers from this community. I know I have said it at least a thousand times, but there is no better place to call home than Asheboro and Randolph County. What I have discovered is that Asheboro is not just a town or a community, but a big family that really cares about one another. We feel very privileged to be part of such a special place. The support has been nothing short of amazing and it has given us the confidence we need to help Lauren battle her cancer. From a business perspective, we have had to make a few changes to accommodate the extra time that we will need to focus on Lauren. It is important to us that everyone understands we are going to continue forth with Asheboro & More Magazine and our other printing and graphic services. While our primary focus is Lauren, we know we have to keep our business moving forward. For this JANUARY 2012

reason, we are going back to the basics while we work through this difficult time. To facilitate this, our business partner, Julie Moore, has handed the reins of the business back to us. Our gratitude, love and affection for her and her husband Mike cannot be adequately expressed with words. Their contribution to Asheboro & More Magazine will be felt for a long time to come. We feel very fortunate to have the Moore’s in our lives and to be able to call them friends. Additionally, we are moving back into our home office, which will allow for Sherry and I to care for Lauren and do the things needed to publish the magazine each month. We have set up a remote work environment so that Sherry can also work from the hospital when Lauren is there receiving care. It is our hope that these steps will provide the flexibility we need to help Lauren heal while we continue to grow Asheboro & More Marketing. Finally, we want to thank everyone that has sent kind words, offers of help, have helped or prayed for Lauren. Knowing that we have so many people out there “pulling” for her makes this situation much easier to manage. We are confident we are going to emerge on the other side of this much stronger (as a family and a business) and we look forward to the opportunity to repay those who have helped by “paying it forward.”

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Discipline is Key By Sherry Johnson

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that everyone should do their part to help those in need. He plays basketball at the YMCA with other teams from the area, including teams from Malt-o-Meal, Majestic Floor Covering, and Whitaker Farms. They play Saturday mornings during the winter/spring season. In addition to his work and community projects, Robert runs a record label on the side, Medley Records, here in Asheboro. He has been writing songs since he was 12, and when he decided to open his record label, he thought it would be a great play on words to name it Medley. There are currently eight artists working with him, covering everything from R&B, Soul, Hip Hop to Pop, and he is working on signing a country music singer and looking for other good musicians. His main goal is to get the music out there for people to hear. He encourages his artists to keep a clean, positive

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friendly, positive and caring environment

By Sherry Johnson

re you hoping to look better and younger in the New Year? Are you looking for a family feel for you and your entire family’s health and medical care? You will find exactly that at Summit Laser and Cosmetic Center and Summit Family Medicine. Dr. Pamela Penner and her staff create that “special” feeling for their patients daily at their Asheboro office. Dr. Penner opened her practice, located at the corner of Park and Salisbury Streets in 2006. From the moment you are greeted at check-in by Penny, to being worked up by her nurse Brenda, you will feel that you are part of a friendly, positive and caring environment. Yes, a truly caring and efficient staff has assembled to create a pleasant and comfortable visit. Most of the staff has worked with Dr. Penner from the beginning, so you will always see a familiar face, someone who really knows you.

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Dr. Pamela Penner grew up in Michigan in the suburbs of Detroit. She is a diehard Michigan fan, and when they are playing, you will often see her sporting the maize and blue colors of her team. She attended Wayne State University in Detroit for her Medical Degree. She then completed her family medicine residency training at Mid-Michigan Regional Medical Center in Midland, Michigan. She moved to Washington State in 1997 and while there married her husband, Jeff. Washington State was her pick because of her love for the west. Mountains, skiing, hiking, and the beauty that nature has in abundance in the upper west corner of our great country was the drawing factor. She and Jeff lived there for four years before beginning to look for a home closer to their parents on the Eastern Seaboard. The criteria for choosing a new location were to be close to the mountains; her first love, and warm weather and golf, which are Jeff’s. They chose North Carolina as the best of both

worlds, and moved to Asheboro in 2001. She spent five years working for a local practice here in Asheboro, before looking into starting a practice on her own. One of the main reasons she wanted to be on her own was her interest in offering laser surgery and cosmetic treatments while also being able to continue family medicine in a more comfortable environment. In 2006 she opened Summit Family Medicine & Summit Laser & Cosmetic Center. She can now provide her patients a very personal, caring approach to their medical and cosmetic needs. In her own practice, she schedules her patients with enough time between to have a real conversation and talk about anything concerning their health and well-being. This is one of the many benefits; says Dr. Penner, of being in practice for yourself, as opposed to being a part of a larger practice.You get to schedule patients as you see fit, which allows for the entire staff to really get to know the patients well and treat them like

family. At Summit Laser & Cosmetic Center they offer laser hair removal, spider vein treatments, laser treatments to reduce the signs of aging (i.e. brown spots, wrinkles, broken capillaries etc), treatments for rosacea (a skin condition that causes reddening of the skin) and acne, chemical peels, and microdermabrasion. Prescription grade skin care products and Latisse are offered to augment any treatments that you receive or just give you the base that is good for all skin care. Botox Cosmetic ®, Dysport®, and dermal fillers are all offered as well. They can even offer spray tanning to give you a natural glow without the harmful rays of sun and tanning beds. Summit Laser & Cosmetic Center is the only local provider who can safely offer laser hair removal for ALL skin types, including dark skin tones. The Candela Gentle Laser and Gentle Yag lasers available at Summit Laser & Cosmetic

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Center provide state-of-the-art--fast, safe and effective treatments. Laser hair removal takes between five and seven sessions, and is spaced out one to three months- based on the area of the body you are treating. Most sessions take just a few minutes to perform and are very well tolerated. The treatments are very effective in permanent hair removal, and generally require no touch-ups. So why deal with unwanted facial or body hair, daily shaving or razor bumps? There is a better solution. With Dr. Penner’s vast knowledge and experience in the field you will not be disappointed. Laser hair removal has become very popular and can be obtained in many places; we think that you will find a local provider like Summit Laser & Cosmetic Center to be the best option. It is less expensive than centers in larger cities and you get the added benefit of having an experienced licensed MD perform your treatments. In December of 2011, Dr. Penner purchased an ECO2 Fractional Resurfacing Laser. The ECO2 is a micro fractional laser skin resurfacing system that dramatically improves deep wrinkles, laxity, and sundamaged skin using an advanced state-ofthe-art process that delivers thousands of laser pulses to the skin. ECO2 has become popular due to the fact that it offers less discomfort and a quicker recovery time. Additionally, the ECO2 system has proven to have superior results and is administered in just one treatment. Patients are thrilled with the 14 | ASHEBORO & MORE Magazine

results. It comes with downtime of about a week but can offer results that keep you from needing more aggressive surgical options. Do you want dramatic results without “downtime?” Botox Cosmetic®, Dysport® and dermal filler injections may be the answer for you. Botox Cosmetic® and Dysport® work fantastic for those frown lines between your eyes that make you look mad or tired. Forehead lines and crow’s feet can be a thing of the past also. Dermal fillers are often used for deeper folds such as those around your nose and mouth or to add a natural fullness to your lips. At Summit Laser & Cosmetic Center all laser treatments and injections are physician performed for that added level of comfort and experience. To expand the availability of skin care services of chemical peels, facials, microdermabrasion, and waxing, Dr. Penner recently added a new member to her staff with the addition of a skilled aesthetician; Pamela Bonk. She comes to Summit Laser & Cosmetic Center with vast knowledge and experience as a skin care specialist and will help you look better while also making you feel extra “pampered” on your visits. You will be glad you chose Summit Laser & Cosmetic Center for your skin care needs. With all that Dr. Penner has going on, you may wonder how she spends what little free time she has. Her now 3 year old son Connor keeps her on her toes and moving. She is an avid jogger for fitness

and stress relief. She also loves to hike and camp when she can. She still tries to travel out west occasionally to get in some powder skiing and hopes to get Connor on the slopes soon!! Dr. Penner and her family are very pleased that they chose Asheboro as home. They love the small town atmosphere with the easy access to larger cities and all that North Carolina has to offer. You will be glad she has settled on Asheboro as home also once you become her patient. I should know; I’m her patient as well!! If you would like more information on the services offered at Summit Laser and Cosmetic Center, you can visit their website at www. summitlaserandcosmeticcenter.com or simply give them a call at 336-636-5100. One of Dr. Penner's New Year’s resolutions is to become more visible in the area of “social marketing”, so please “like” them on Facebook www.facebook.com/ SummitLaser for specials that will only be promoted through the Facebook page. Summit Family Medicine accepts all major insurance plans and offers discounts for self-pay cash patients. Services range from newborn to well woman care, geriatric medicine, skin biopsies, mole removals, joint injections, immunizations and more. They are accepting new patients and would be honored to serve you. Give them a call to make an appointment at 336-636-5100; you will be glad you did. JANUARY 2012

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ibromyalgia is a health condition characterized by chronic and widespread muscular pain and tenderness with symptoms of fatigue, difficulty sleeping and thinking/ memory problems. People with fibromyalgia may also have other symptoms such as:  Morning stiffness  Headache  Irritable bowel or bladder syndrome  Pain/cramps in abdomen or pelvis  History of depression and anxiety  Temporomandibular pain  Numbness or tingling The cause of fibromyalgia is not known but is thought to be due to changes in how the nervous system processes pain. It may be associated with a triggering factor such as trauma, arthritis or stress. Since there is no blood test, x-ray or muscle biopsy that can diagnose firbromyalgia, it is important to work closely with your health care provider to obtain an accurate diagnosis. Before a diagnosis of fibromyalgia is made, it is important to have a thorough medical examination to rule out other health conditions which may cause similar symptoms, such as rheumatologic or infectious disease, lyme disease, hypothyroidism, metabolic disease or side effects of medication. Fibromyalgia affects an estimated 5 million people in the United States and is much more common in women than men, usually affecting adults between the ages of 30 to 50. How a Physical Therapist Can Help Managing fibromyalgia can be challenging due to daily variation of

painful symptoms, level of fitness and the impact of other related symptoms. Research has shown that exercise is an important part of managing fibromyalgia; yet fear of pain often keeps people from beginning an exercise program. Recent studies has shown that reducing body mass index can reduce the risk of fibromyalgia. Aerobic conditioning, stretching, strengthening, aquatic exercise, yoga, tai chi, deep breathing, and manual therapy have all been successful in managing pain symptoms associated with fibromyalgia. A physical therapist can help an individual learn to interpret pain signals and decrease pain through exercise. As an expert in restoring and improving motion in people’s lives, a physical therapist will consider all these factors when developing an individualized plan of care.

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features

The Ripple Effect By jacquie Reininger

Originally published as a guest column in The Courier-Tribune.

rop a pebble into the surface of a still pond

our own local community. Simply make a promise to yourself,

and watch the tiny waves ripple away from the

perhaps even look in a mirror to do it face-to-face, that “Just

center. Concentric circles moving out from the

for Today, I choose Peace”. And then use your hands, feet and

initial disturbance eventually make their way

tongue, (in yoga we call these our main Organs of Action) to

to the shore. In some way, that shoreline has been affected. In

avoid conflict. Make it a point to act like that pebble and create

a similar way, the results of everything we do or say ultimately

waves of Ahimsa (“non-violence” in Sanskrit). They needn’t be

bump up against someone or something to elicit a change. What

large, even tiny ones will eventually make their way to shorelines

sort of ripples do you emit? I believe that each one of us has a

throughout the universe.

responsibility to travel a “right” path. I have made a conscious

Americans have been able to accomplish some huge tasks. In

decision: I am attempting to spread only positive ripples in my

an article by John McConnell, (founder of Earth Day) at http://

life, ones that promote Peace on Earth.

www.peaceonearth.net/, he points out,

I still have a childlike notion that big changes can be made by

“The United States … spend(s) billions for bombs -- and

simply shifting our intentions. I believe that we can find peace

pennies for peace. Were the money devoted to our vast military

on earth, end world hunger and save the planet. I see an end to

establishment given to global education that would foster peace,

war, an end to abuse and an end to exploitation of the world’s

justice and a sustainable future, there would be no more wars

resources. I am ready to see these wonderful events happen right

and we could have a future of peaceful progress.” When I first

now. This idea is not childlike, I think it is trust coming from an

read this, I thought, “Our government needs to mend its ways!”

open heart. Call me naïve, but I am not the only one, for Mother

Perhaps this is why it is taking so long for Peace on Earth to

Theresa said, “Peace begins with a smile.” And the simple words

happen, we tend to think it is someone else’s job to take action.

of Rodney King repeat it, as he appealed to the rioters of LA

But no matter what the institutions of power do, it is ultimately

during his trial in 1992, “People, I just want to say,…can we all

the individual who is responsible for bringing that change to

get along?”

life! The Dalai Lama said, “Although attempting to bring about

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world peace through the internal transformation of individuals is JANUARY 2012

difficult, it is the only way.” Even Michael Jackson promotes this consciousness in his popular song: “I’m starting with the man in the mirror, I’m asking him to change his ways.” I know a few people who recognize this dynamic I call The Ripple Effect. My friend Holly, also a yoga teacher, says she likes to spread joy wherever she goes…she says it is like sprinkling fairy dust around! My friend Dr. Todd is a glowing example of generosity and compassion. He gives in a variety of ways to end suffering in this community. Whether it is sharing his medical expertise, coaching soccer or supporting youth theater, I wouldn’t be surprised if you have been touched by his ripples too! He embodies Christ’s Golden Rule, “Do unto others as you would have them do unto

at a

you.” Mark lives here in Asheboro and is a teacher in Siler City. My husband and I had dinner with him and his wife the other night. Mark wanted to drive all the way back to the community where he had worked all week to support a local coffee shop. While we were there several students of his, past and present, flagged him down to chat. It was clear by his conversation that he took a sincere interest in every one of them! You can see his ripples like waves from a great distance as he mentors these teenagers. C.L., my friend from up Liberty way, taught me about giving. He supports local farmers and artisans and provides a place on his family farm for young people to experiment with sustainable energy and gardening. He sees a need and provides for it in whatever way he can, generously and unconditionally. His ripples have touched me and in turn encouraged me to contribute to humanity in whatever positive ways I can. I believe we have the capacity to transform our world. I believe we have the responsibility to do so. When we realize this task falls upon each and every one of us, it doesn’t appear to be so daunting. We need to step up, take action and encourage others to join the club! Let us all begin to build Peace on Earth by simply acting peaceful! The signature in all of my emails ends with a Mahatmas Gandhi quote, to remind us all of this challenge: “Be the change

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you wish to see in the world.” Not naïve at all: powerful, very powerful. ~namaste

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New Year – New Look for City of Asheboro by Casey Fletcher

The new City of Asheboro logo was created by Kerri Lindley, of KCL Creative.

he City of Asheboro has marked the start of the new

Warner channel 8) and on the City's web site. The city’s web site

year with a new look – a new City logo. The logo

address has also undergone a change and is now www.asheboronc.

was developed to promote the vitality and activity of gov. modern day Asheboro.

"The image or graphic most people in Asheboro associate with

“We're working to improve content and navigation, and have added a sub-site with information on living in Asheboro. The

their government is our city seal. It was created in the late 1960s

new site will continue to grow and evolve with more content

and has served us well over the years, but it just didn't express

throughout the year. We'd certainly appreciate feedback from

what Asheboro is today,” said City Manager John Ogburn.

residents and other users so that we can continue to make

The new city logo evokes a sense of destination, with a postal stamp type frame around a downtown scene and animals that

improvements,” said City Marketing Specialist Casey Fletcher. “First we're doing what we can to bring this idea to life within

represent the North Carolina Zoo. The tag line "Exactly where

city government. Next it will be expanded to the Asheboro

you want to be" promotes the idea that Asheboro is an ideal

community and finally it will be used in some of our larger

destination for residents, businesses and visitors.

promotional efforts, such as our retiree attraction program.

The new logo is being rolled out slowly within city government Whether you're a visitor for the day or a lifelong resident, we want in order to reduce waste and expense. Some of the first places the

you to feel that Asheboro is exactly where you want to be,” said

new logo will be used is on the City’s cable access channel (Time

Asheboro Mayor David Smith.

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Randolph Arts Guild Presents "Printmaking 101 Lecture" with NC Artist, John D. Gall

ohn D. Gall is a printmaker who specializes in telling stories. Most of his current work delves into a focus of math and science and are primarily intaglio, also known as etchings. “I am fascinated by the aesthetic beauty of mathematical equations, graphs and symbols. This has led me to the most complex equation of all: the ‘Human equation.’ In an almost surreal way I have begun combining and incorporating human figures with these symbols in a new, fabricated "world" of Knowledge Seekers.” John is also well-versed in the four forms of making prints: intaglio, serigraphy, lithography, and relief printing. He is a member of the Southern Graphics Council,

Mid-America Print Council, and The Print Consortium. On Tuesday January 24th at 7pm, Mr. Gall will give a free lecture: “Printmaking 101” at the Randolph Arts Guild, located at 123 Sunset Avenue in downtown Asheboro. As the title reads this will be a thorough primer in the art of printmaking. And for all you local printmakers -- keep your eyes peeled, the Randolph Arts Guild plans to have Mr. Gall back for a printmaking workshop in the second quarter of 2011. Check out more of his work at www.johngallart.com . For more information on this and many other community arts events, contact the Randolph Arts Guild at 336629-0399 or visit our website: www.randolphartsguild.com.

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Operation Red Sleigh has been blessed in 2011 and is gearing up for 2012

very day we each face challenges, some greater than others, and throughout this community the economy has added to those challenges. This year Operation Red Sleigh received 646 applications, from the over 2,500 applications that all the organizations received within Randolph County. Unfortunately at the time we had only raised enough funds to provide for 252 children. As we do every year, we prepare for the selection process, reviewing needs, individual challenges, removing duplicates shared with other agencies and pray. While we were deciding who we could help and where we could get help for the other children in need, a local foundation’s director provided a monetary gift that increased our list to 452 children. With individual, business, community support and God’s help ORS was able to accept 503 applications, an increase of 11% from 2010. The local chapter of Toys for Tots graciously accepted the remaining children. Christians United of Southern Randolph County kindly accepted to feed 400 children and their families at Central United Methodist the day of gift distribution. We stepped out on faith and God provided exactly what we needed, and more. With what remaining funding we had, we were able to assist 3 other families and distributed assistance to another

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family with medical challenges from WBFJ Christmas Blessings Project. Due to the collaboration between several organizations including Salvation Army, Christmas Cheer and Toys for Tots, we are able to prevent duplications and reach out to more children in need. In 2009 several organizations worked together to share a secure web based application that allows the organizations throughout the county to maximize the efforts with the need. Thanks to Salvation Army, Toys for Tots, Christmas Cheer and the many individual schools and area churches for being a partner in this process. It is a pleasure to work with them all and assist each other with the ultimate goal. On behalf of Operation Red Sleigh, Inc. we want to thank everyone for helping us pray for the needs, and wants of the children of Randolph County as well as for ORS. A big thank you goes to the people of Christians United of Southern Randolph County for providing a wonderful lunch for close to 700 people and for cooking the lunch for the cyclists at our July event. We also would like to thank area cyclists for their participation in the annual Sleigh Ride, Mrs. Wavie Presnell for making her 10th year as the 2011 Flagship Sponsor, Cox’s Harley Davidson as Diamond Sponsor of the 2nd annual motorcycle ride, and the other

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wonderful sponsors of all our events, those who do fundraisers for ORS, Southbound 49 for providing the music at the motorcycle ride, and the Harley Owners Group for assistance in the second ride. The Sleigh Ride is one of our primary fund raisers and is held annually in July. It is hailed the safest cycling event in North Carolina, with the assistance of North Carolina State Troopers, local law enforcement, Local Fire Departments, Emergency Services and a multitude of volunteers. Intersections are swept to remove debris that may be a hazard to riders. Area bike shops are on hand to assist the rider, if needed. A rider would only need to stop if they wanted to at one of the rest stops provided by sponsors along the route. We are excited to announce that the Sleigh Ride will be starting and stopping in Downtown Asheboro. We will provide 3 route options to the cyclist of 27, 40, and 75 mile routes. Awards are presented in select categories and door prizes will be given away. Participants will receive a T-shirt and a BBQ chicken lunch. Registration opens at 6:45 a.m. on the day of the event. Staggered start will begin at 8:00 a.m. Chip timing is also provided. Registration Fee $35.00 (under 12 Free w/ riding adult on the 20/50/75 mile routes) Early Registration Special— before June 1st fee is $30.00 REGISTER BY MAIL OR ON-LINE AT www.operationredsleigh.com Registration forms available at area bicycle shops or online. We are also very excited to introduce a 5k run the evening before the Sleigh Ride. The Reindeer Run will leave from downtown Asheboro at 7pm on a certified 5K. Snacks will be provided and awards will be given out by age group. Cyclist participating in the Sleigh Ride will be able to participate in the Run for only $5. Runners alone will be $20. One of our other primary fundraisers is the ORS Motorcycle Ride. Operation Red Sleigh and Cox’s Harley-Davidson are doing their part to help the children in Randolph County and they need your help. Saturday, October 13th, join the 3rd Annual Charity Motorcycle Ride ‘n Roll Dice Run and Concert to benefit Operation Red Sleigh, Inc. Registration starts at 9:30 a.m. Kickstands up at 11:00 a.m. and the ride will depart from Cox’s Harley-Davidson in Asheboro and take a scenic tour of the Uwharrie Mountains including a hot dog lunch available for purchase at Morrow Mountain State Park. When the ride returns there will be door prizes, a 50/50 raffle, dice roll winner and a free concert at 2:30, which is open to the public. Bring your chair or blanket and join in the fun. Any type of motorcycle can join the charity motorcycle ride and concert Saturday, October 13th at Cox’s Harley-Davidson in Asheboro. $10/bike & $5/rider. For more information go to www.coxsharley-davidson.com or www.operationredsleigh.com or find us both on Facebook. You can keep up with our progress and events or even make donations on our website. www.operationredsleigh.com We can always use the gift of a prayer or your time and volunteer at one of our events. Always remember that even the smallest act of kindness could change someone’s life. Thank you for your continued support.

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It’s Been Almost 51 Years…

By Nathan Hoover for Senior Project

ver a half century ago, the Asheboro’s neighboring city, Greensboro, became home to a miraculous historical event that later helped shape equal rights. On February 1, 1960 four freshmen from what is now North Carolina A&T State University began a non-violent protest known as a “sit-in” at a local Woolworth’s in Greensboro. These students were African American and intended to target

“What I learned from that little incident was ... don't you ever, ever stereotype anybody in this life until you at least experience them and have the opportunity to talk to them”. segregation and inequality by sitting down in the whites’ only section of a local Woolworth’s Five and Dime. By doing so, they engineered what came to be a decade 24 | ASHEBORO & MORE Magazine

of great change and showed tremendous bravery. The four courageous freshmen who began these peaceful protests were Franklin McCain, Ezell Blair Jr. (later known as Jibreel Khazan), Joseph McNeil, and David Richmond. Perhaps the most inspiring thing about their plan was that it was designed and later perpetrated by people who, at the time, were only a couple of years older than myself. During their sit-ins, these four young men stood firm in their beliefs and thoughts and never once lost composure. When I look back at this accomplishment these four young men achieved, it should really give hope to young people everywhere that if you feel strongly enough about a social issue or problem, you can always stand up for your beliefs and make a difference. The day of the sit-in, the four young men arrived at Greensboro’s Woolworth’s store after school and placed an order and sat down at the diner. While you may think that there is nothing strange in their actions, during this era that was a big problem. Although they felt intimidated and outnumbered, “The Greensboro Four”

stayed calm, sat quietly and ate their food. Much to their surprise, an older white woman approached them after she was done eating her food and praised them for their courage and their brave actions. Later on in his life, Franklin McCain was asked what he thought of this unlikely compliment. “What I learned from that little incident was ... don't you ever, ever stereotype anybody in this life until you at least experience them and have the opportunity to talk to them”. This simple yet powerful compliment paid to them by an unlikely ally helped restore any second thoughts or loss of motivation they may have felt after beginning their protest and they sat still until Woolworth’s closed and that concluded their first successful day of peaceful protesting. After the success of the first day, the four young men felt confident enough to ask fellow classmates to join in. The next day, more than twenty African Americans came to Woolworth’s and participated in the sit-in. Although they were harassed, there were no injuries or signs of violence. Five days after their initial protest, an astounding 500 African JANUARY 2012

Americans crammed into Woolworth’s and those who could not fit, clung closely together on the outside sidewalks of downtown Greensboro. Over the course of the year, more and more people came to protest. In fact, people of other ethnicities joined in the cause and other young people in other southern states began protesting segregation. This act of courage and valor helped inspire other races and minorities to peacefully protest. Seeing as the 1960s was a decade of great change, it is only fitting that one of the first

significant events of change from that chaotic decade came from a local city and helped motivate others’ to stand up for themselves. This story is one of many that people tend to forget. The truth is, many headlines and events that we see today may seem insignificant now, but one day we will all look back at them and realize just how important they were. The action taken by these young men was so daring and risqué that many people would not have dared to attempt this. Acts such as these and many others may be forgotten, but their ideals and motivations never will be.

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on games are nothing new; they’ve been around for decades. There is one thing that’s changing, though: the frequency with which seniors are being targeted by criminals looking to make a quick buck. Senior scams are costing older adults their life savings, their homes and even their lives. Seniors often are sitting ducks for a criminal looking to make fast cash. And they do that in a variety of ways. Everything from investment fraud to lottery and sweepstakes scams to home improvement schemes. According to statistics from the National Fraud Information Center, there was a high percent of telemarketing scam complaints logged by those over the age of 70. And that could be just the tip of the iceberg. The National Center on Elder Abuse tells us that only one in every 25 financial exploitation cases against seniors is reported. That means there could be in excess of five million senior victims each year. And though seniors represent only about 12 percent of the U.S. population, they account for about 35 percent of all financial fraud victims, according to the Securities and Exchange Commission. Criminals use many avenues to get to seniors including telemarketing, direct mail, free seminars and the Internet. According to our research, here are the five top scams against seniors. First are prizes and sweepstakes scams. Here’s how these work. A senior is told he or she has won a sweepstakes and all that’s needed is a check to cover the taxes. Or, this individual will receive a fake check for $5,000 and be encouraged to deposit the money and send

back $2,000 to cover the taxes. By the time the senior figures out the check is no good, his or her money is lost. Second are home-improvement frauds. Criminals will knock on a senior’s door offering to fix a driveway; then they’ll merely paint the pavement black and charge the senior $3,000 for “repairs.” Or a senior will be asked to pay up front for home renovations, never to see the alleged repairman again. Third are “phishing” schemes. This is where a senior receives a call from someone claming to represent a bank or other reputable financial institution. The senior is warned that personal financial or credit card information has been compromised, so he or she is then asked to verify a bank account number—or to call an 800 number, where this individual is asked for personal financial information. Fourth is Internet fraud. A senior who is unfamiliar with use of the Internet can unwittingly give a credit card number to a scammer. And finally, there’s identity theft. A senior who gives up birthdate and Social Security number to a stranger can open up his or her entire personal financial history to a thief. So what makes older adults so vulnerable to tricksters, scammers and con criminals? It appears that physical and psychological needs are at the heart of this issue. For example, seniors often worry they will outlive their money, and thus, they could be concerned about their ability to pay for the lifestyle they desire. As a result, some may get caught up in these schemes because they are looking to improve their financial situation. For more information visit our website at www. hisc574.digbro.com, visit us at our office located at 928 Sunset Avenue, Suite 2A in Asheboro or call us at: 336-610-8800.

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New Year’s Resolutions

By Nathan Hoover for Senior Project

ewYear’s resolutions are made at the beginning of a new year to signify a change of some sort in one’s life. Some may have resolutions to lose weight, quit smoking, save money, or even to be more accepting of something in the world. However, many of us know that very few people follow through on their respective resolutions. In fact, studies show that only 8% completely follow through in achieving their resolutions (Shapiro). That is downright depressing, seriously. Many probably claim to themselves that they won’t fall into the 92%

of people that ultimately fail at accomplishing their resolution, but sadly it is true. I want to inform you, on how to not fall into this trap and how to overcome the odds. Goal setting is the key issue in why most NewYear’s resolutions fail. However, if determined enough, you can accomplish

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mediately (Tips).We all know that we are naturally procrastinators and oftentimes we have to have someone push us in order to achieve a goal.Well, as much as it even hurts me to say, YOU need to be that person.YOU have to strive hard if you really want to lose fifteen pounds or you want to stop smoking. Resolutions are never easy to accomplish, so you must start now and stay focused until the goal is accomplished becauseYOU CAN DO IT! Another significant step in accomplishing your NewYear’s resolution is to write it down (Tips). Seriously, it works.Writing down goals (in this case resolutions) makes it easier to accomplish them. Similar to taking notes for a class, the more you write something down, the more you are likely to remember it and/or follow through with it. A journal or even something as simple as a notepad will suffice when writing down your resolution. The most important thing to remember when doing so is that you are writing this resolution because you ultimately want to accomplish it. One of the more essential things to remember when trying to accomplish reso-

lutions is to spread your resolution out and do not worry about time (Tips). Few jawdropping events have occurred in only one day, so do not worry! In fact, embrace that you have all year.Your NewYear’s resolution is only a starting point.When you accomplish it, you may decide that instead of only saving your money, you may also want to spend that saved money on a family vacation you’ve dreamt of your whole life. That’s one of the great things about resolutions; they can be used as starting points for something else far more extravagant. Remaining flexible is without a doubt the most important aspect to keep in mind when accomplishing NewYear’s resolutions. Just keep thinking to yourself that in the end, it will pay off. In addition, be aware that your plan to accomplish your resolution can and probably will change (Tips). It is very difficult to commit to something and have it work flawlessly in your favor. Be openminded to adjusting your resolution plan, but DO NOT give up. NewYear’s resolutions are a flashy aspect of the NewYear that many people choose to embrace. My advice to you is to follow these

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f you’ve been suffering with heel pain that just won’t go away, there could be a simple treatment to relieve your pain. A non-invasive treatment that can be performed in your podiatrist’s office is showing great results for those with heel pain. Extracorporeal pulse activation therapy or E.P.A.T. is fast becoming a primary treatment for plantar fasciitis. Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common foot ailments seen by podiatrists today. The plantar fascia is the thick band of tissue on the bottom of your foot. It connects your heel bone to your toes and creates the arch of the foot. Plantar fasciitis is the inflammation of the plantar fascia and is the cause of your heel pain. The pain may be dull or sharp and can be accompanied by stiffness. This pain often occurs first thing in the morning, after prolonged sitting, climbing stairs or lengthy activity. Don’t despair and continue to live with this type of heel pain. EPAT continues to help alleviate chronic heel pain for those with plantar fasciitis. What Is E.P.A.T.? EPAT is the acronym for Extracorporeal Pulse Activation Treatment. It is a non-invasive treatment that accelerates the healing process. First used in medicine to break apart kidney stones and allow

them to pass without an operation, this type of shock wave therapy has been used on many different musculoskeletal conditions. The positive effects of E.P.A.T. have helped to relieve pain and increase the range of motion for conditions such as tennis elbow, shin splints and calcified shoulders. This type of therapy is so effective it is fast becoming the treatment of choice for chronic heel pain. The Treatment Performed in the office EPAT delivers pressure waves, which stimulate metabolism and enhance circulation, thereby promoting healing of the damaged plantar fascia. A special non-invasive applicator generates a unique set of acoustic pressure waves, which it delivers to and focuses on the site of the issue. The tip of the applicator is moved in circular motions over the injured tissue. Treatment sessions are short, only lasting minutes, and are performed in the office. The number of treatment sessions may vary depending on levels of improvement with each session. If you have chronic heel pain, see a podiatrist. A podiatrist will be able to accurately diagnosis the issue and determine whether EPAT is the best treatment method for your situation. All of the Podiatrists at Triad Foot Center have extensive training and experience in diagnosing and treating all types of foot pain and injuries. Don’t suffer. Make an appointment today.

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The History of a Much Loved Holiday By Nathan Hoover

for Senior Project

’m sure if I were to ask, “What is the first thing you think of when you hear the words Valentine’s Day?” I would get an array of answers. Some love it, some hate it and that is just how it is. Whether or not we want to admit it, it is approaching that time of the year again. It’s the time where men and women alike rush frantically to find something special for their significant other. Some may love it and some may hate it, but regardless, Valentine’s

Day will

always be here and be prevalent. Although nearly everyone knows what Valentine’s

Day is, many do not where it came from and how it came to be… The origins of Valentine’s Day are virtually unknown. However, what has been known for quite some time, is that the month of February contains many aspects of Christian and ancient Roman customs (“Valentine’s Day”). Historians still argue today who Saint Valentine actually was. Some contend that he was a priest that secretly helped young lovers against the will of the Roman emperor Claudius II. Others believe he was simply a man who helped Christians escape persecution at the hands of the Roman Empire. According to this legend, while imprisoned, Valentine fell in love with a girl and often wrote her letters of admiration. According to this tale, he would sign his letters, “From your Valentine,” which, as we all know, is still used quite frequently today (“Valentine’s Day”). The time of celebration (February) is believed by some to be the day of Saint Valentine’s death, while others assert that was originally celebrated in February by the Catholic Church to try to convert pagans during a pagan festival/holiday. This festival, called Lupercalia, was a day-long event where, at the end of the day, women’s names would be placed in an urn and young bachelors would draw names and be matched with a young

woman (“Valentine’s Day”). After finding out about this ritual, Pope Gelasius banned the match-making ceremony, but did pronounce February 14 to be Saint Valentine’s Day. In addition, it was also believed that in France and England, the middle part of February marked the beginning of the mating season for birds, which only added to the thought that the middle of February (14) should be dedicated to romance. In fact, Charles, Duke of Orleans is the author of the oldest known valentine card today. He sent the card to his beloved wife while he was imprisoned as a result of the Battle of Agincourt between the British and French armies. During the seventeenth century, Valentine’s Day began to be celebrated on a more wide scale level. Over time, many friends and lovers would exchange hand-written love letters and tokens of affection on Valentine’s Day. By the end of the eighteenth century, technological advancements introduced pre-made printed cards which began to take the place of traditional hand-written cards. Shortly after, postage rates became more affordable, which improved the popularity of sending these pre-made valentines. At this time, the tradition crossed the sea and began to spread to America (“Valentine’s

Day”). It is estimated that approximately one billion valentine cards are sent each year, making it the second-highest grossing holiday for card companies (Christmas being number one). Interestingly enough, the Greeting Card Association has surveyed that 85% of people who buy valentines cards are women. On average, over 50% of all valentines cards are bought within the six days prior to Valentine’s Day, meaning that most of us are procrastinators at heart, no matter the holiday! Valentine’s Day is a holiday that will be going nowhere anytime soon and we should all be really happy about that. The origins of Valentine’s Day may still be unknown, but the one thing we do know is that Valentine’s Day is here to illustrate our appreciation for our loved ones. Valentine’s Day is a reminder for us all to appreciate the ones we love, and to be thankful that they love us in return.

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New Owner, New Services at Merle Norman Studio

andolph resident Maria Dombrowski wasn’t sure what to do after being laid off from her job this past year. She was 50 years old, and after working at the same company for 19 years, felt her job prospects were limited. When a friend told her that the local Merle Norman Cosmetic Studio was for sale, she knew owning that business would be perfect for her. Dombrowski confides that her husband says she’s “ been putting on make-up 2 hours a day for years” — so she is definitely an expert! Now she’s ready to help others develop their own beauty expertise. Dombrowski is excited about owning the Studio at 1438 East Dixie Drive in Asheboro. She has just returned from two weeks of training at Merle Norman’s corporate headquarters in Las Vegas. Merle Norman is still a family-owned company, and is celebrating 80 years in business, according to Dombrowski. She describes it as a “very American company” because their products are made entirely in the United States. “It’s a great company to work for because they support each individually-owned studio.” She also adds that training is on-going for owners and staff through DVDs and webinars. Maria’s business philosophy includes providing excellent customer service. At Merle Norman, customers can try the products before they buy — “something you can’t do very often these days. It’s very different from buying a packaged cosmetic product that you’re not sure is right for you; you can’t return a product once it’s been opened and used.” Maria and her assistant, Kenne Jones-Dunn, offer free Express Makeovers every day. She maintains her product inventory at 98% availability so customers won’t have to wait for back-orders.

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In addition to make-up, Merle Norman has created skin care systems: cleansers, toners, and creams for every age and skin type. Kenne Jones-Dunn is also a registered esthetician and will offer professional facials, waxing, and paraffin treatments for feet, hands, and faces. A private treatment room has been added to accommodate her customers. Both Dombrowski and Jones-Dunn especially enjoy working with young women, teaching them about good skin care and how to apply make-up that looks natural and age appropriate. And there’s more to this Merle Norman Studio than cosmetics and skin care services. Pick out a new purse from their large selection of fashion bags, or find the perfect jewelry to complete your look. Colorful 1438 East Dixie Drive, scarves (including Pashminas) and (Big Lot Shopping Center) jackets are available in 336-626-1533 unique patterns and Hours: Mon - Fri: 10:30 am - 6:30 fabrics; it’s a surprise Sat: 10:30 am - 4:00 pm boutique- shopping experience! The Grand Re-Opening of the Merle Norman Studio begins with a ribbon-cutting on February 13. Customers can start registering February 1 to win $100, $50, and $25 store shopping sprees and a free European Facial. Another special promotion will include a free Beauty Bonus cosmetic bag with the purchase of any two Merle Norman products. “Made in USA” cosmetics, personalized customer service, and trending accessories are all great reasons to shop locally at Merle Norman!

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Randolph Arts Guild now Accepting Vendor Applications for ART MAY-HAM 2012 arts and crafts items are encouraged to

artisans, a BBQ cook-off to raise funds for

apply. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s event is set for May 5th,

Habitat, activities for kids, and an amazing

2012 in downtown Asheboro, NC. The

line up of musicians.

deadline to apply is Wednesday, February 29th, 2012. Again this year, the City of Asheboro,

Artists and artisans can pick-up applications and guidelines at the Randolph Arts Guild, 123 Sunset Ave. in downtown

Habitat for Humanity, and the Randolph

Asheboro or download them by visiting

he Randolph Arts Guild is

Arts Guild will be partnering to put

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interested in selling their handmade fine

Clay Vessel Carving Class with NC Artist, Molly Lithgo

he Randolph Arts Guild offers its first 2012 class with Clay Vessel Carving featuring Greensboro, NC artist and potter, Molly Lithgo. This is drawing in 3-dimensions and you don't even have to know how to draw! Participants will learn how to transfer ideas to a 3-dimensional clay surface and explore carving tools and techniques. One clay vessel and tools supplied. No experience is needed. This class is designed for ages 16 and up. Just bring

your enthusiasm! Appropriate for all levels. Each participant will carve a clay vessel that will be glazed for later pick-up. This class meets on Saturday. February 4, 2012 from 10:30am - 5:30pm at the Randolph Arts Guild located at 123 Sunset Avenue in downtown Asheboro. Bring your own lunch. The Clay Vessel Carving Class costs $70. Pre-registration and payment are due by January 26th. For more information and to register for the class, contact the Randolph Arts Guild at 336-629-0399.

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business

Unintended Consequences of Budget Cuts

I Nathan Swanson is the president of Northmont Navigation, LLC, a firm that specializes in business process analysis and Compression Planning® using a visual storyboarding technique. He has created processes that have streamlined hiring, increased utilization, provided more accurate revenue forecasting, and enabled better visibility of the sales pipeline. Nathan is a certified Project Management Professional, a graduate from the Compression Planning® Institute, and has a business degree in Management Information Systems. You can reach Nathan at nathan@ northmontnavigation.com.

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dentifying and implementing budget cuts that serve to streamline the organization while still preserving revenue flow can be challenging. Three rules should be followed when trying to identify budget cuts. 1) Involve personnel with a highlevel view who are not close to the situation. This provides two benefits. First, hopefully, they will have less personal investment in certain budget areas and may be more willing to “cut”. Second, they will have a more complete vision of the corporation and may be able to see areas of overlap or synergy. 2) Involve personnel from each department who are very close to the processes. These people will be able to give a realistic idea of what implementation will achieve at the ground level and what the opportunity costs will be. They may also be able to explain what “work-arounds” have been developed because of inefficiencies or political issues… and resolving these “work-arounds” may themselves serve as excellent opportunities for improvement. 3) Remember to ask both the highlevel folks and the ground-level folks the following question: If we implement this budget cut, what downstream negative effects could there be? Depending on the answer, the proposed budget cut may need to be reconsidered or reconfigured. Two Examples:  I used to work at a consulting firm that went through a hiring freeze due to a budget cut. The cut saved a great deal of money in recruiting costs, but had an unintended consequence of limiting our ability to produce revenue because we did not have enough specialized consultants to do certain work for some clients. At the firm, the average project took about six weeks to complete. When the hiring freeze was implemented all of our specialized consultants were already staffed at

client sites. This meant that all “new” projects had to wait for our consultants to roll off older projects. The delay in starting new client projects delayed realization of much-needed revenue from already sold work. As a result, we were going to miss our revenue target. o SOLUTION: Reconfigure the budget cut and allow recruiting of these specialized consultants for already sold work. With this new policy, we were able to hire the specialized consultants that were needed, satisfy client requirements, and realize our revenue target. In this situation, a more precise, finely-tuned hiring freeze allowed us to decrease our recruiting costs while maintaining client satisfaction and our revenue targets.  Many software companies, when faced with a tight budget, tend to eliminate quality assurance (QA) positions. These typically are employees who test the software for bugs, which are items that prevent the software from doing what it was designed to do. Some high-level decision makers think that the programmers can inherit this QA role in addition to their current role. However, what usually happens is that the programmers are too familiar with the code and miss what a fresh pair of eyes would find. As a result, when the software is released, it contains bugs. Consumers give negative reviews and the software company earns a poor reputation. The bottom line would then be: Is saving $100,000 in salaries worth the potential millions in lost revenue from poor reviews and a damaged brand? o SOLUTION: During the budget review process, include both a ground-level programming lead and QA lead who may highlight the importance of both roles and how they each support the other’s work. JANUARY 2012

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The Ramseur Community Museum

he Ramseur Community Museum was not designed to compete with big city museums. Its purpose is to let the community and other areas know that small towns do have an interesting past worth showing to the public. And the public has come! Since opening in November, 2006 nearly 2000 visitors from all over North Carolina, as well as15 other states and three foreign countries have signed the museum’s guest register.

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The collection of artifacts and memorabilia has grown since the opening date. The original objective was to preserve the items stored in the little post office museum building behind the public library. This museum was established in 1976 as part of the town’s bicentennial celebration. The building lacked heating and air conditioning. It also had lots of openings that birds, bees and other animals used as an entry for inhabiting the place. Many of the keepsakes had deteriorated, others were salvageable. Ramseur’s historical committee asked the town council for help in preserving these artifacts. The council made available the old Bank of Coleridge building at the corner of Main and Liberty Street. Following renovation and repairs the museum committee began the task of developing a community museum. The museum is staffed entirely by

volunteers. Carol Akers and Emily Johnson serve as curators. One section of the museum is devoted to General Stephen Dodson Ramseur for whom the town was named. Another section is devoted to the post office and the history of banking in the area. Artifacts from local businesses and industries, household items from residents past and present and school memorabilia and pictures are part of the collections on exhibit. These tell the story of the little Deep River town that was first called Allen’s Falls and later Columbia and finally Ramseur. Displays are changed frequently. The museum is open the fourth weekend each month except on holidays. During holiday weekends an alternate date is announced. At other times the museum may be seen by calling Emily Johnson at 879-3673 or Carol Akers at 824-2361.

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your teeth

Faster Than the Speed of Light...

Dr. Cheryl Freeman has practiced general dentistry in Asheboro with her husband Dr. Bryan Freeman for 18 years. They share a passion for helping patients achieve healthy, beautiful smiles. In a gorgeous new office completed in 2008, they are able to use the latest in technology to delivery high quality care with an emphasis on patient comfort. Dr. Freeman can be reached at 336.625.3292 or 2toothdocs@freemandds. com.

n the digital age, change often comes with lightning speed. And even with instant access to so much information, we can sometimes miss how all this change can totally transform an experience. So I want to take a few moments to tell you how the practice of dentistry has changed in the past decade or so, and how that can impact your experience as a dental patient. Many of

my patients actually say their dental visit was the most relaxing part of their day! With more and more studies showing the impact of good oral health on both overall health and self-confidence, that is a very good thing. In most cases, technological advances have made dental care quicker, more predictable, more esthetic and more comfortable. Digital x-rays provide instantaneous images with less radiation, which can then be magnified and lightened or darkened for optimal image quality. They can be emailed for an instant online consultation. Single-visit crowns made in the dental office are a reality, and they eliminate the need for impressions, temporaries, and second visits. It is widely accepted that the quality of these office-milled crowns is equivalent to that of lab-fabricated crowns. Laser-based cavity detection systems and better quality x-rays have made cavity detection much more predictable. Instant access to online reviews makes it easier to select the very best material and technique for a given restorative situation. Newer composites and porcelains make it much easier to create a lifelike natural-looking tooth with phenomenal esthetics. And when it comes to improvements in patient comfort in the dental office, the changes are many! Electric drills are quieter, newer patient chairs are more comfortable, and you will often find TV’s on the ceiling! Lasers allow many surgical procedures to be accomplished without stitches and with minimal post-operative discomfort. Finally, technological advances have created incredibly successful outcomes for such procedures as implant placement and computer-generated Invisalign aligners. Another area where changes have impacted dental care greatly in recent years is in digital communication.

Intraoral cameras allow patients to see their teeth and oral cavities like never before – instantly! Through intraoral cameras, digital photography, and patient education software, patients are able to see the condition of their teeth and have a better understanding of treatment choices and procedures. They are even able to see a digital simulation of the anticipated treatment outcome. This is especially helpful when planning a smile makeover or Invisalign case! Digital communication is also of great benefit between dentists and specialists or labs. For example, if an unusual lesion is observed during a routine cleaning, a picture can be taken and emailed immediately to a specialist. If the shade of a crown needs to be an exact match to the adjacent tooth, photos can be taken and shared instantly with the lab. Traditionally there have been many excuses to avoid or put off regular dental care, even though we all are aware that delaying the inevitable only makes it more involved and expensive in the end. With today’s state-of-the-art equipment and instrumentation, hygienists can tackle even the toughest cases with a gentle touch, anesthesia (numbing) is easier and more predictable, and the overall patient visit is so much more comfortable. The online interest-free financing coordinated by many dental offices has made dentistry more affordable than ever. While some dental offices cater to the managed care, high volume practice model, many more strive for a spa-like atmosphere and a “high tech, high touch” style of dentistry that most highly values quality and personal relationships and takes advantage of many of the technological advances I have described. So yes, we’ve come a long way baby! And remember, “Be true to your teeth and they won’t be false to you!” AsheboroAndMore.com | 37

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Janie & Doug Little By Winona Wentworth

ork chops and crossword puzzles. What a strange combination. But that is what brought Janie and Doug Little together and they couldn’t be happier! Janie and Doug had seen each other over a period of about 20 years. Janie would see him sitting by himself doing crossword puzzles in P&J’s Restaurant when she would go out to eat with her now deceased husband, Douglas. Douglas and Doug would occasionally talk so they began to know a little about each other over the years. Then came the day Janie saw “pork chops” listed on the sign out front and she decided to go inside to get an order to go. Doug was sitting alone with his crossword puzzles as usual. As she walked over to him he looked up and said “Where’s that scoundrel? I never see one of you without the other?” And that is when she broke down in the restaurant. You see, the reason she went to speak to him was to tell him the news…Douglas Meadows had passed away after a very lengthy illness. She had stopped by on her way to the cemetery so she could get something to eat while she was there. She had spent most of her time at the cemetery since Douglas had died. As she cried she poured out her heart to Doug. He sat there and listened…and listened…and listened. He said that no one knows what to say in a time like that but if she ever needed to talk that he would always listen. He told her that he spent almost every evening at his house under a walnut tree and she was welcome to visit anytime she needed to talk. 42 | ASHEBORO & MORE Magazine

As she left the restaurant she had no intention of taking him up on his offer but appreciated the fact that he listened. She was having a hard time. One day it all came to a head and she collapsed into a fetal position crying. Her friends gathered together for a prayer session and one of them asked God to “please send her a reason so she can go on”. Later, as she was heading for the cemetery again, she honestly thought it would be her last day. But as she was driving down the road her car turned into a driveway. She said she didn’t mean to but it “turned itself ”. And under a walnut tree sat Doug. For an entire year she never went into his house. She would visit and they would sit under the walnut tree and talk. They found out they liked the same things including corny jokes and even knew each other’s punch lines. They took it slow. Doug was so much like Douglas that Janie needed to make sure she was not just trying to replace Douglas. (She once made the mistake of calling him “Doug 2” and he stopped that right away! He told her he she could call him “Bubba or something like that” but never Doug 2. To this day he sometimes signs cards to her as “Bubba”!) Doug had sworn off women and had to make sure he wasn’t just on the rebound from his past marriage. They describe themselves at first as “lost individuals” but they slowly found themselves. Doug started sending her things at work like paintings he had painted and flowers. Ironically, Janie’s deceased husband before Douglas had been a painter. She says in Doug she found JANUARY 2012

the best of her two husbands plus “Doug Little” all rolled into one! The day he brought her a birthday cake she started knowing he was the one. It was a “redneck birthday cake”…one of those little individual pecan pies with 62 matches stuck in it like candles! (She said those matches were all over the place on that little pie!) He later ended up asking her to marry him but she wanted to wait two years to make sure they had “gotten themselves together”. He renegotiated it down to one year. When February 29, 2008 came she knew what she wanted to do. Sadie Hawkins Day (Feb. 29 – Leap Year!) is known as the day women are supposed to “do the asking” so she did. They were at P&J’s when she got down on her knee and held up a ring box containing a tie tack with a little diamond chip in it while also holding an artificial rose. Then she asked him to marry her. He told her to “get off your knees! You better never bow down to anyone again!” He also didn’t answer her question. Then one day when she was visiting he went down on one knee, looked her in the eyes and said… “Are you gonna marry me or not?!?!” And on October 12, 2008 under the walnut tree they were married. The reception was, of course, at P&J’s Restaurant courtesy of the management. They have spent every day since then enjoying life and being together. Date Night: They definitely still include P&J’s Restaurant in their lives and go there frequently. Nowadays they both sit at the table with him doing crosswords and her doing Boggle or Word Jumble. They have also gone to Liberty to see Gene Watson which they enjoyed greatly. They love going to the coast. Going to friends’ and family’s homes for “pickin’ sessions” is a fun thing to do even though health problems have pretty much put Doug’s “pickin’” on hold for now. But some of their favorite times are around home. They love to hop on the tractor or Kobota and ride down to the river and back. Splitting and stacking wood is actually a fun thing to them. To them every day is date night. “We enjoy each other…period!” I will end this with a quote from Janie which says it all. “We LIKE each other!”

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wellness

Randy Lina Landess is a Holistic Health & Wellness Coach whose primary goal is to help her clients enjoy optimal health: physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. To help facilitate that process, Lina employs two primary energybased techniques; EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique), which is an acupuncture tapping technique (without needles) and Usui Reiki (Universal Life Force energy).

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e was handsome, bright, sensitive . . . and painfully unsure of himself. In spite of his potential, his desire, and technical ability, Randy found himself overly anxious and insecure. He reported growing up in a stable, loving, upper middle class home, and by all obvious measures, had everything a boy could want. He had a close and loving relationship with his mother and his brother. His father was there, but not really available. Randy described himself as a shy and awkward child. He had difficulty relating to the other kids in school, and rather than risk rejection, often chose to sit alone in the lunchroom. As much as he wanted to be like the other kids, he just didn’t know how. Now in his mid-20’s, Randy was saddened by his inability to connect with others, and wanted to see if EFT could help him shake the shyness that was still effecting his life. As we explored his childhood, looking for clues as to why he was so shy, he spoke about his fathers’ reticence and the sadness he felt about their lack of connection. He rated his sadness at an 8 on our scale of 0-10, and after several rounds of tapping, it had fallen to a 2. I asked if he could accept and forgive his father for his inability to express his pride and interest in his son’s life. Nodding yes, Randy allowed me to guide his tapping while focusing on forgiveness. Forgiveness frees up energy that’s been ‘bound up’ in our disappointment or hurt. Accepting his father’s limitations would allow Randy to move on, no longer needing to change his dad or wishing he were different. During Randy’s most recent session, I

employed an advanced Emotional Freedom Technique called Matrix Reimprinting. While difficult to explain here, this technique allows us to work with and figuratively tap on the child — in this case the young Randy — who needed to have his father’s support and attention. In Randy’s own words, “It was hard to admit I had some deep seated issues that I hadn’t been able to ‘get over’ on my own, but once I made the connection between this and how it influenced my relationships, my health and my productivity at work, I got so fed up with living with it that I decided to man up and do something about it. There was a part of me that kind of lapped up any kind of encouragement and praise it could find. Upon getting into it, I found that it had to do with not feeling that my dad ever approved of me. Since I was a child it was hard connecting to him — he was normally very distant, and any praise almost always came through my mother. Up until this point I felt that all of that ‘inner child’ talk was a bunch of psycho-babble, but here I was seeing that exact dynamic at work inside of me. So I met with Lina this last time and we did a technique to make peace with that. In 30 minutes of work, she did what 15+ years of ‘just dealing with it’ has not been able to do. I feel I’m finally free from those insecurities and needs. I don’t need to work crazy hours anymore, or require people’s approval, or be afraid to open myself up to someone else. This is absolutely the best gift I could have ever given myself, and Lina’s awesome insight and skill was a crucial part of it.” And I’m so grateful to Randy for allowing me to help him transform his life, from the inside out. JANUARY 2012

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ave you ever wished to get away to a quiet place where you can think, reflect, commune with your thoughts, or meditate while also enjoying the great outdoors? There is such a place right here in our own backyard. It’s called the Deep River Rail Trail or DRRT for short. The DRRT began as an idea back in the 1980s. The first three-quarter-mile section (Phase 1) opened on September 19, 2009. Work on Phase 2 will begin in early summer 2012. When Phase 2 is completed in mid-to-late summer, the DRRT will expand to almost two miles in length, and two additional access points to the trail will be linked. From the West parking lot of Riverside Park in downtown Franklinville, one will be able

A Place of Serenity – Here at Home to walk, run, or bicycle through the park, across Phase 2 and Phase 1, and down the unimproved trail section to the Highway 64 Bridge over Sandy Creek and Deep River. Plans are underway to update and reopen the old NC Wildlife boat landing property at the Highway 64 Bridge for parking, trail access, and canoe/kayak launching. Work is also underway to cross Sandy Creek, thereby linking the old boat landing to the currently opened DRRT. In addition, Ramseur is well on the way to developing their portion of the DRRT that will link downtown Ramseur to the old boat landing. The DRRT provides a place for exercise, quiet solitude, and enjoyment of nature. Due to the rich biodiversity around the river and rail trail, it is a natural classroom. Many times we

fail to appreciate people, places or things right in our own communities. The Deep River State Trail (Deep River itself) and the Deep River Rail Trail invite you to visit and enjoy the beautiful natural world right here at home.

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What is LINKS? Stacy Green, Foster Home Licensing Social Worker, She has 6 years experience as a social worker and graduated from University of North Carolina at Wilmington. 1512 N. Fayetteville St. Asheboro, NC 336-683-8038

INKS is a federally funded program for youth between the ages 13-20 who are currently in or have been in foster care. It is designed to build a network of relevant services with youth so that they will have ongoing connections with family, friends, mentors, the community, employers, education, financial assistance, skills training and other resources to facilitate their transition into adulthood. How do teens benefit from the LINKS Program? Through the LINKS program teens: • Learn independent living skills • Develop leadership skills • Have positive interactions with other teens • Learn decision making skills • Participate in holiday and social events • Take college tours • Have job shadowing opportunities • Receive financial assistance with college • Receive limited funds to promote successful independent living • And MUCH MORE!!!

the youth and the Department of Social Services. The program provides a broad range of resources and educational opportunities for eligible youth as well as utilizes individualized assessments and service plans designed to guide the progress of each youth toward self-sufficiency. Randolph County works to educate each of our teens to make them aware of all that LINKS has to offer and how to access the program. Randolph County is unique compared to surrounding counties in that we have a disproportionally high population of youth who have aged out of foster care. Randolph County is in dire need of foster families who are able to open their homes and their hearts to helping prepare our teens for independent living. Foster families who can teach our youth and lead by example in conjunction with assistance from the LINKS program will greatly help set our youth up for success in their lives.

Randolph County LINKS Program: The Randolph County LINKS program provides a strong foundation of knowledge, skills and real-life experience for the current and former foster young in this county as they strive for independence. The LINKS program incorporates the Youth Development Approach, a strengths-based philosophy which promotes the sharing of power and establishes a partnership between 46 | ASHEBORO & MORE Magazine

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daily devotion

Don’t Expect Perfection

By Rev. Peter Panagore

like small town living.You live in a small town long enough and everybody knows your successes and your failures, your sorrows and your joys. They might hold high expectations for you, but they don’t expect you to be anybody other than the person you actually are. There’s honesty to a small town living, because there is no hiding; everybody knows everybody, and they see you at your worst and at your best. More commonly, they see you just living, and if you are lucky, they love you anyway. My job is being the inspiration man, the hope giver, the guide to spirituality and

to God. I do those things not as a leader, not as a guru, not as some kind of holy Joe, but as one who seeks, studies, and desires God. In my town, people expect me to have a beer, have fun, make mistakes, say the right thing, and sometimes say the wrong thing. They don’t expect perfection and that’s fine with me. Only God is perfect. The messengers never are, and if they pretend they are, then watch out. Let me put it this way. I work for the company as a company man. I’m not the boss’s son. I didn’t graduate first in my class. I remain surprised and amused that the boss hired me. Just like you, I’m just a

frail and fantastic human being, hoping to find my way Home.

Let’s Pray: Dear God, bless those who seek You that they might speak to help others find You. Amen.

Here’s a Thought: God’s peace be with you.

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Spring School Supply Drive

Campaign 4 Kids SPRING SEMESTER SCHOOL SUPPLIES

JANUARY 9 – FEBRUARY 4, 2012 Bring these items to help area students with needed school supplies

book bags (no wheels) 3-ring binders, especially 2” and 3” wide-ruled notebook paper pencils pens – black, blue or red ink subject dividers colored pencils highlighters crayons glue sticks and Elmer’s glue pencil bags and pencil boxes composition books – 1, 3, or 5 subject student scissors folders – 3 prong and pocket, any color erasers markers – thin or broad tip marbled composition books sticky notes, various sizes rulers, with inches and centimeters

through the end of the ach day current school year. throughout We are requesting Randolph businesses ask their County, employees to bring in hundreds of children go as many of the items to school without the shown on the list as basic needs required possible. When the to complete their daily Supplies will go to: program concludes on studies, such as crayons, Archdale-Trinity Area Schools February 4th, you may notebooks, lined paper SPONSORED BY: Archdale-Trinity Chamber of Commerce deliver your collected and even pencils. At Communities In Schools items to the chambers the beginning of each For further information call (336) 434-2073 or Sharon@archdaletrinitychamber.com involved, or call to year, there are many make arrangements different programs for pickup. There that gather such items will be public drop to help these children off sites throughout begin the school year, the community as well. Call your chamber if you need this but historically, as the year goes on, these supplies diminish information. and they are again without. This year, the Archdale-Trinity We have cardboard containers available that can be used to Chamber of Commerce is joining with the Asheboro/Randolph Chamber, Liberty Chamber and the Randleman Chamber along collect the materials. If you produce employee newsletters, either digitally or otherwise, and could include this information with the Asheboro City and Randolph County Schools and it would be very much appreciated. Communities In Schools to help provide these much needed Without question, the school supplies we collect together school supplies to children and we need your help. will make a very big difference to many young children Beginning January 9, 2012 and running through February throughout our community. If you have any questions, require 4, 2012, we will conduct our first “4-S Campaign for Kids” any additional materials, or feel we can assist you in any (Spring Semester School Supply) program and want to ask manner please contact your chamber office or the Communities you to help in this project. Our goal will be to gather enough in Schools of Randolph County office. school supplies to ensure the needs of the children are met 48 | ASHEBORO & MORE Magazine

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your eyes

Cataract Surgery at 102 Years of Age and laughed, “if you want you could even get your driver’s license”. Edith Brookbank at 93 years old wrote a Anna Fakadej, MD, Carolina Eye Associates, is a cataract and aesthetic laser specialist. For more information on LASIK (laser vision correction) and other eye diagnostic and treatment services call 336-6291451 or 800-222-3043. Visit our web site for special offers and military discounts. www.carolinaeye.com

book of her memoires, “Yesterday Sublime: A Look into the Life of Edith Wright Brookbank” and taught for 37 years in Randolph County. Her daughter Ann said, “My mom loves to read and is grateful to Dr. Fakadej and the advanced technology taking place with cataract surgery. This will enable my mom the ability to see more and

do more”.

her caregiver and was not sure if her mom

lens will be replaced by an artificial lens

was ready for cataract surgery. Several

known as intraocular lens (IOL). Up until

months later she escorted a friend to have

recently, nearly everyone who had cata-

cataract surgery at Carolina Eye Associates.

ract surgery was fitted with the same lens.

After seeing how effective the procedure

However, recent innovations have led to the

was with her friend she thought, “My mom

development of a variety of IOL designs,

could go through cataract surgery”.

each with their own unique features.

If you’ve been diagnosed with cataracts,

dith Brookbank is 102 years

you’re likely familiar with how it can af-

old and last month she could

fect your ability to interact with the world

no longer read. She had been

around you. Once you have made the deci-

told by her optometrist she

sion to have cataract surgery you have an

had cataracts and the start of macular degeneration. Her daughter, Ann Debot, is

On September 8, 2011 Edith Brook-

important choice ahead of you. During the surgery, your eye’s cloudy

You and your doctor will work together

bank had cataract surgery in her left eye by

to decide which type of IOL is best suited

Carolina Eye Associates Ophthalmologist,

for your needs. While the characteristics

Anna Fakadej, MD. Before Mrs. Brook-

of your eyes certainly play a role in lens

bank’s surgery she could only see light out

selection, it is important to consider your

of the left eye. During her post operative

lifestyle. Talk to your doctor and consider

visit on October 6, 2011, Dr. Fakadej

the new options when selecting your IOL.

noted Mrs. Brookbank could actually

Your lens selection can change the way you

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More Art than Industry By Dave Johnson

or January, I was going to write about a sparkling white wine, champagne or prosecco, but Asheboro & More Magazine comes out in the middle of the month and New Year’s celebrations are behind us, I chose to write about a type of wine that I have yet to explore, Malbec. Specifically The Peirano Estate Vineyards 2008 Malbec. This particular wine hails from the Lodi Region of California and is made by the Peirano Estate Vineyards. You might be more familiar with their more popular brands “The Other” and “The Immortal Zin.” Malbec is one of the traditional “Bordeaux varietals” or “big six.” It’s taste and other characteristics fall somewhere between a Cabernet Sauvignon and a Merlot, which makes it a perfect wine for my palette. As you may or may not know, I prefer medium-bodied, jammy wines and most of the Malbecs I have sampled certainly fall into this group. The sad thing about Malbecs is they have fallen out of favor among French wine makers and therefore the vines that produce these versatile grapes aren’t being replanted on pace with other varietals in France, if at all. The exception to this is the Cahors area where Malbec is the dominant varietal and wines produced there must contain 70% malbec. Malbecs grow exceedingly well in Argentina, Chile and Australia. California 50 | ASHEBORO & MORE Magazine

vineyards are having some success, as well. In fact, California wine makers have succeeded where their French counterparts could not; making a Malbec that rivals many bordeauxs which cost twice or three times the price. Successful malbec growers have discovered that the grape needs to spend extra time on the vine even if the sugar levels indicate ripeness. If picked too early, malbec can be very "green" tasting, without its characteristic notes of plum and anise. So, it is easy to conclude that growing, harvesting and making wine from malbec grapes is more art than industry. I found the tasting notes from the vineyard’s website especially informative. “The carefully handled grape bunches are immediately inoculated with yeast that helps retain the fruits’ natural character while extracting a good amount of tannin during an even fermentation. The 2008 Malbec was a much smaller lot of grapes compared to our core wine production, so the fruit is handled more gently and a lot of attention is paid to the wine as it develops. For our red wines we use a combination of rotary fermentation as well as static fermentation (tank fermentation), because we can get different characteristics from each. The rotary fermentation is typically short and monitored closely so that the wine never gets bitter or overextracted. After completion of malolactic fermentation the wine is racked and then aged for 12 months in a combination of JANUARY 2012

new (20%) and used French and American oak barrels.” My assumption that this particular bottle of wine is more art than industry was dead on and the taste reflected it, also. The color of this wine is a vibrant deep purple/garnet. The aromas are spicy and peppery with hints of red hots, strawberries and cloves. The flavors are forward with Bing cherries, dark fruit, balanced acidity and moderate tannins. The wine is ready to drink, but will continue to age over the next 5 to 8 years. In short, this is one of the better tasting wines I have reviewed and it is fun to drink, too. In my house, I doubt a bottle would last 5 to 8 hours let alone 5 to 8 years. And for the price (under $15) you’d be hard pressed to find a wine that offers more value. Needless to say, this particular bottle of Malbec will become a regular in my rack. As far as pairing this wine is concerned, I am certain it will drink nicely with just about anything. But seeing as January is a colder month, I think it will go especially well with a hearty beef stew or roast beef. That being said, it will also enhance a burger or pizza. So, if you are looking for a wine that is fantastically fun, forward, fruity and frugal (all the important “f ” words are represented here) look no further than The Peirano Estate Vineyards 2008 Malbec. As always, this bottle of wine is available at Lumina Wine and Beer in Asheboro.

Mustard-Herb Beef Stew Ingredients 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon snipped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley 1 teaspoon snipped fresh thyme or 1/2 tsp. dried thyme, crushed 1½ pounds boneless beef chuck, cut in 1-to 1-1/2-inch pieces 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 8 - 10 ounce cipolini onions, peeled, or 1 medium onion, peeled and cut in wedges 4 carrots, peeled, cut in 1-inch pieces 1 8 ounce package cremini mushrooms, halved if large 8 tinyYukon Gold potatoes, halved 3 tablespoons tomato paste 2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard 1 14 ounce can beef broth 1 12 ounce bottle dark porter beer or non-alcholic beer 1 bay leaf Crusty bread slices Directions 1. In large bowl combine flour, parsley, thyme, 1 teaspoon pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add beef, a few pieces at a time; stir to coat. Reserve leftover flour mixture. 2. In 6-quart Dutch oven heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown beef. Stir in onions, carrots, mushrooms, and potatoes. Cook and stir 3 minutes. Stir in tomato paste, mustard, and remaining flour mixture. Add broth, beer, and bay leaf. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 1 to 1-1/4 hours until beef is tender. Remove and discard bay leaf. Serve with crusty bread. Makes 6 (1½-cup) servings. Prep time: 30 minutes. Cook time: 1½ hours.

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Pamela Poe Myers and Linda Smith "The Power of Color with a Twist of Floral Design"

Circa Gallery will host an exhibit for local Asheboro artist Pamela Poe Myers and floral designer Linda Smith. The show will be a colorful way to beat the winter blues. Paintings, pottery and furniture by Pamela Poe Myers will be full of mood, color and texture. Accenting the paintings will be floral designs by Linda Smith that create a spring feeling. The opening reception which will be held Friday January 20, 2011 from 5 p.m to 8 p.m at Circa Gallery located at 150 Sunset Avenue. Make plans to visit and enjoy ap-

petizers, refreshments and live music with Steve Cain. After retiring from Asheboro Parks and Recreation, Pamela Poe Myers began to foster her love of the arts. With a background in commercial graphics, along with many and various art classes over the years, it was not until after her retirement did she begin to focus on her art. Besides her family, her art is her passion and it shows in her work. Pamela's favorite mediums include oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastel and clay. Her diversity of mediums

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at the marriage of her older son and his bride almost 12 years ago to do arrangements for their special day, then again for her younger son and his wife several years later. Both were successful, so a leap of faith had her doing a good friend's outdoor wedding reception, and many others have followed. Linda also works with a company during furniture market in High

Point. Nothing Linda does has structure as she prefers the natural style of arranging, using natural materials when she can. Linda states that you "cannot get away from silk for permanent arrangements which never need food or water". The Artists will be on hand to meet and greet at the opening reception which will

be held Friday, January 20, 2011 from 5 p.m to 8 p.m at Circa Gallery, located at 150 Sunset Avenue. This event is free and the public is invited to attend. The show will be on display January 20, 2011 through February 15th, 2011. For more information please call 336-736-8015 or email circagallery@gmail.com.

Individuals Graduate from Extension Master Gardener Program, New Class Planned

ine individuals have completed the training

Before graduating, individuals complete forty hours of

and volunteering requirements of Randolph

training, pass an examination, and volunteer forty or more

Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Extension Master Gardener

hours of service with the local Cooperative Extension

program. Graduates were recognized at

Center.

a luncheon at the home of Susan Garkalns on December

Those interested in being considered for future Extension

7. The graduates were Jackie Derr, Susan Garkalns, Terri

Master Gardener classes are invited to complete the

Garmon, Janet Mackey, Betty Parker, Mary Pickett, Tina

application (http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/depts/hort/

Sisco, Pam Wolfe, and Dianne Wrenn.

consumer/masgar/should.html) and return it to Mary

Those in the Extension Master Gardener program help

Helen Ferguson, NC Cooperative Extension, 112 W. Walker

North Carolina Cooperative Extension provide education

Ave., Asheboro, 27203. Bilingual individuals are welcome.

to the public about growing edible and ornamental plants. For accommodations for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact Mary Helen Ferguson at 336-318-6000 (phone), 336-318-6011 (FAX), maryhelen_ferguson@ncsu.edu, or in person, no later than ten business days before the training begins.

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Randolph County Special Olympics

Special Olympics has been a vital and important part of Randolph County for many years. Various sports and events attract a myriad of athletes from across the county to compete and make new friends in the process. The purpose is to promote a positive, encouraging environment for the athletes, parents, and all involved. Swimming is one sporting category that local athletes participate in, and the event is housed at the Randolph-Asheboro YMCA. Many schools, from elementary age to

high school age, practice in the RandolphAsheboro YMCA pool in preparation for the games, which are held in February. Athletes, who are terrified by the water, feel comfort and ease by the end of the swim lessons. Beginner swimmers are able to swim the length of the pool by the end of the lessons. Progress is individual and is measured on an individual basis.

that local athletes participate in. For some athletes, they have always relied on a wheel chair for their mode of transportation. They have never walked on their own or stood on solid ground; however, some of these same athletes are able to swim on their own, unassisted, in the pool. It is an accomplishment like none other. They are free to move on their own, independently, and this “freedom” gives them such a sense of accomplishment. With the collaboration of the school systems, Special Olympics, and the Randolph-Asheboro YMCA, these athletes have (Special Olympics’ motto) new doors and opportunities opened to them, that Milestones are congratulated regardless of otherwise, may never occur. the level. All progress is positive. Bubble The swimming portion of the Randolph blowing, walking, individual events, and County Special Olympics competition is relays are some of the swimming events named after Andy Hancock, a long-time

“Let me win, but if I cannot win, let me brave in the attempt.”

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supporter and coach for Special Olympics. Hancock, who passed away in 2002, left a legacy for all – the importance of continuing an event that allows athletes of all abilities the opportunity to participate in a wide-array of sporting activities. This legacy also continues in Hancock’s son, who is an active swimmer and participant in Special Olympics. Hancock was a positive influence and model for all involved with Special Olympics, and it is only fitting that the swimming portion be named after such an influential supporter of the games. February 14-15, 2012, will be the dates for the swimming portion of the local Special Olympics. These swim competitions are

being hosted at the Randolph-Asheboro YMCA. The middle and high schools will participate on February 14. There are also athletes from Randolph Community College who will also participate on February 14. The local elementary schools will participate in February 15. Opening ceremonies are set to begin around 9:30 a.m. each day. The community is welcome and encouraged to attend the festivities. Spectators will receive just as much of a blessing as the athletes do. These athletes and their parents, teachers, and coaches have worked hard in preparation for these games… let’s show them how much we love and appreciate their efforts!

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"The zoo's bears, like this grizzly, are especially more active in the colder winter months."

NC Zoo Provides Respite From Winter's Chill Story & photos by Tom Gillespie, NC Zoo Staff

anuary is seldom thought of as a time for leisurely strolls through the park and stops to smell flowers blooming or watch animals scampering around natural habitats. But at the North Carolina Zoo, that’s exactly what’s in store for the savvy zoo-goer. If fact, winter visits could be the park’s best-kept secret. Although most visitors come in summer, when children are out of school and families are often vacationing, the winter months have much to offer—particularly for those visitors who prefer to see the plants and animals at a more leisurely pace. During the winter months, zoo visitors will see a noticeable absence of crowds. This means better viewing of the animals, since there will be fewer people at the overlooks. And many of the zoo’s outdoor animals are more active in the winter months. They are more likely to be moving about in their exhibit areas and more likely to be in an area where visitors can see them. Bears and other cold-climate North American animals are especially more active in the cooler months. The zoo’s R.J. Reynolds Forest Aviary, one of four climatecontrolled indoor exhibits, recreates the wonders of a tropical 56 | ASHEBORO & MORE Magazine

rain forest. Inside, visitors can enjoy more than 3,000 tropical plants and dozens of exotic birds. USA Today selected it as one of the 10 best natural-habitat exhibits in American zoos. Few other places in North Carolina can offer winter temperatures in the 70s, chirping birds and blooming flowers in a green, lush environment. In the park, visitors are never far from an indoor exhibit, where temperatures are constant and comfortable year-round. And since visitors are usually closer to the animals inside, this often means better viewing. Like the tropical Forest Aviary, the African Pavilion offers a warm respite where visitors can now leisurely stroll through the Tropical Plant Walk and view plants representing a variety of Africa’s major ecosystems. Additionally there, visitors can view, year-round, the largest collection of baboons in any accredited zoo in the United States—in both the indoor and outdoor exhibits. The zoo’s Sonora Desert habitat is another indoor escape from the winter chill. The 14,000-square-foot re-creation of the desert Southwest U.S. offers tarantulas, Gila monsters, JANUARY 2012

roadrunners, ocelots and a host of other desert creatures and plants. The exhibit’s three separate plant communities represent the desert’s Sonoran Flats, the Saguaro Uplands and the Desert Canyons. Another indoor exhibit, Streamside in the North America region, is the most North Carolina-oriented of the zoo’s exhibits and was designed to present a look at life in and along the streams that flow through our state. The 17,000-square-foot complex houses a diverse collection of many of North Carolina’s plant and animal species, including otters, bobcats, songbirds, reptiles and a 27,000-gallon aquarium with many of the state’s game fish. More than five miles of wooded trails await the more adventurous souls who want to be outside. But keep in mind that there are temperature and humidity limits for exhibiting some of the animals outside. Some, for example, are brought inside if the temperature is below about 45 degrees. Central North Carolina’s mild winters mean relief from the sultry days of summer. So see the zoo without the summer Inside the Forest Aviary exhibit, visitors can see dozens of exotic birds and more than 3,000 tropical plants.

Visitors can get 'up close & personal' with one of the largest collections of baboons in America."

crowds, where fewer park visitors mean shorter lines, not only to see the animals, but also for the restaurants, gift shops, ticket booths and free transportation system. Few places can offer a day’s worth of entertainment and education at such a low price—and give visitors an escape from winter’s chill.

These crevice lizards are just a few of the many desert creatures visitors can view at the Sonora Desert exhibit, an indoor re-creation of the desert Southwest U.S.

The park's Streamside exhibit houses many of our state's plants and animals, including otters, bobcats, reptiles and game fish in a 27,000-gallon aquarium.

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The Bare Beauty of Winter By Faylene Whitaker of Whitaker Farms

ee the fog from your breath in front of you, feel the chill all around you and breathe the cold air and you know winter has arrived. It is still great to be outside though, maybe just for a little bit at a time. The fresh air really is good for us and there is still so much beauty around us. The bare branches on the trees are alive with winter birds looking for food and drink.You will also find them in the conifers finding shelter. I actually have them still hiding in my half dead hanging basket ferns where they had their little ones this past spring. (Guess I really need to replant them soon). Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget this is the time of year to keep those birdfeeders full because there are not a lot of insects for the birds during this time of year. You also want to break the ice in the birdbaths or put a warmer in your birdbath so the birds have plenty to drink during the winter months. There are some really interesting bare 58 | ASHEBORO & MORE Magazine

branch trees for the winter. My favorite is the coral bark maple especially when it has some evergreens behind it, then to really show it off put some uplighting on it. The sight is spectacular. Red twig dogwoods are also a real showoff in the winter but in order to get bright red wood you must cut them back each year because only the new wood is the bright red. Sparkleberry Holly has beautiful red berries but has to have a pollinator such as Ilex Apollo. Not to be outdone in beauty is Hamamelis (Witchazel) which blooms in several different colors. There are many wonderful trees and shrubs for the winter months. Electric Blue Cedar Deodora is a beautiful blue toned conifer; and Magnolias keep their great leaves all year. Winter blooming camellias come in great reds, pinks, and white and can keep you with blooms all winter into spring according to which variety you choose.

Then of course there are always the pines of North Carolina. There are few perennials that bloom in winter but one of the best is Helleborus common name is Lenton Rose with Ivory Prince being a great one. Palace Purple Heuchera is also a good perennial for cold weather keeping its great purple color. As you drive down the road or take a walk after it rains and the sun starts shining take a look at those beautiful bare branches it looks like they are alive with dew drops from heaven. So donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just see bare branches on the trees imagine what they look like with snow on the limbs painted white or ice that makes them glisten like silver, then remember they give the birds a place to land, the squirrels a place to make a home and come summer they will provide you with cool shade. Bare branches are a little like me some days it adds a little glamour to just imagine me dressed a little different or with a little JANUARY 2012

more makeup but underneath the leaves and makeup, the trees and me are very much alike: we are well rooted and provide something for those around us. So though their branches are bare, the trees are still alive and serving their purpose on earth. I hope that I too am serving the purpose that God put me on this great earth to fulfill. So remember you too have a special purpose and strive to fulfill it to your fullest the same way the tree does whether its branches are bare or whether, they are fully clothed with leaves.

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February 10 – Father/Daughter Valentine’s Dance, AVS Banquet & Catering Center, 2045 N. Fayetteville Street, Asheboro, 6 to 9 pm. For more details, please call 336-626-1240.

January 20 – Asheboro/Randolph Chamber’s 86th Annual Meeting Dinner & Awards Ceremony, Pinewood Country Club. The evening begins at 6:30 pm with a social and dinner is served at 7:00 pm. The cost is $65 per person.

February 17 – Friday Night Bluegrass featuring “Solid Foundation”, Sunset Theatre, 234 Sunset Avenue, Asheboro. Doors open at 6:30, show begins at 7:00 pm. Tickets are $5 in advance, $7 at the door.

January 22 - Randolph Community Concerts Association presents "Paul Saik," Asheboro High School Performing Arts Center, 1221 S. Park Street, Asheboro, 3 pm. Paul Saik concerts include a variety of music including opera, Broadway, piano and vocal solos. January 26 – NC Live Lunch & Learn, The Exchange, 204 S. Fayetteville Street, Asheboro. 11:30 am to 1:00 pm, Cost is $15 and includes lunch. Tim Rogers, Executive Director for NC LIVE talks about the program. Designed for at-home use, NC LIVE eBooks, magazines, newspapers, journals, media, and other online materials are available from any Internet connection via library websites, and through www.nclive.org. January 26 – “Living Healthy,” Randolph Hospital, Home Health Large Conference Room, 341 N. Fayetteville Street, Asheboro, 1:30 to 4:00 pm. Living Healthy is a FREE series of six workshops that will help you take control of your ongoing health condition rather than letting it control you! If you have diabetes, arthritis, heart disease, COPD, fibromyalgia, or any other chronic disease, Living Healthy is for you. Dates are January 26, February 2, 9, 16, 23, & March 1. January 31 – Archdale-Trinity’s Chamber’s Annual Meeting, Colonial Country Club, Sponsored by Duke Energy. Reception starts at 6:30 pm, dinner will begin at 7:00 pm. The cost is $50 pp, and a reserved table for eight is $450. Please join them in celebrating the 30th anniversary!

February 18 – Randolph County Bridal & Prom Show, AVS Catering & Banquet Centre, 2045 N. Fayetteville Street, Asheboro, 2 to 6 pm. Check Facebook for more information at www. facebook.com/rcweddings. February 18 & 19 – Winterfest, Seagrove Area Potters, 10 am to 5 pm. Winterfest is a good time to break the grip of cabin fever with a visit to Seagrove, the largest potter's community in the Southeast. Participating potters' shelves will be newly stocked following the busy holiday season with many shops debuting exciting new shapes and colors for the new year. Participating potters may also serve refreshments and give demonstrations of pottery production. For more information visit www.seagrovepotteryheritage.com. February 18 - Randolph Community Concerts Association presents "Small Town Gossip," AHS Performing Arts Center, 1221 S. Park Street, Asheboro, 7:30pm. Storytelling is such an art form in small towns that it's often hard to decipher the simple truth from the embellished legends. But that unique quality fosters some awesome tales. Their sweet sound is a rumor waiting to be spread.

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Happy New Year and Happy Decorating!

ow that the New Year is here, it is a great time to focus on your home. Many of us make improvements to our homes throughout the year and one element that is so important in your space is the lighting. A room filled with sunlight streaming through the windows is beautiful; however during the winter months when the days are shorter, most of us are at home during the evening. The right lighting sets the tone for the space. Most homes are equipped with direct lighting overhead placed in the center of the ceiling whether it is a ceiling fan with a light or a plain fixture. Some homes have no lighting in the center of the room and they may half a switch that controls the outlet in which you plug your lamps into. Indirect lighting which is achieved by using table lamps and in some cases recessed or eyeball lights creates a warm and inviting atmosphere in any space. An overhead light used by its self can create harsh lighting in a room if used alone. If a task is not being done in a space, then the warmth of the lamp lighting can create an ambience in the atmosphere. A good rule of thumb for placing lamps is to place them beside furniture that is used the most such as sofas and chairs. If you have a space in the room that is appearing to be dark, then add a lamp.

By Molly McClean

Lamps are tricky as to achieving the right look. Make sure you buy a lamp that is large enough for your space that will not appear lost in the room and you may need two or three for a good balance. If you have a space that only has a switch that controls the outlet, which is often found in bedrooms, then more lighting may be necessary besides the table lamps on each side of the bed, which leads me into the chandeliers. My personal favorite lighting element is the chandelier and if you have a space that needs an additional light overhead, then they are pretty easy to wire up to a an extension cord and plug them into your outlet and have them come on and off with the switch at the entrance to the room. The cord can be hidden by a cord cover. Chandeliers neednâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be left to the dining space, as they create a beautiful sense of elegance in bathrooms and bedrooms as well.You can find inexpensive ones at consignment shops that may be brass, but a can of spray paint can make that chandelier any color your choose. Dress them up with magnetic prisms found at craft stores. Lighting is important in any space whether it be an area that task are performed or simply a space that needs a little atmosphere. During the winter months, a cozy environment can be created by the use of lamp lighting and other indirect light sources. Spring will soon be here and once again we can bathe in the beauty of the sunlight streaming in our windows. Have a Happy New Year and Happy Decorating! AsheboroAndMore.com | 61â&#x20AC;&#x192;

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