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26 | H O ME FEA T UR E Robin Selberg and Murphy Custom Homes bring a fresh update to their client’s Germantown home of 15 years.
40 | D ES I G N Take a look into the mid-century home by Lake Flato on the lake in the Splinter Creek community outside Oxford, Mississippi. 8 | At Home Memphis & Mid South • July 2021
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JULY 2021 home & design 26 HOME FEATURE A Home Reimagined
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A House On the Lake
64 ENTERTAINING Summer Bites
food & travel 54 GETAWAY
SoundWaves at Gaylord Opryland
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Avocado Deviled Eggs with Tomato & Bacon
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Mr. & Mrs. Miles Magness
74 HEALTHY YOU
Are You a Solarphobe?
79 ON A GOOD NOTE
No More Silence Foundation
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JULY 2021 • VOL. 20 NO. 4 PUBLISHER / EDITORIAL DIRECTOR MARGARET MONGER | mmonger@athomemms.com
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Back in February, I didn’t think the freezing temperatures, snow and ice would ever end—summer seemed so far away. In a blink, here we are. I feel like I am in the middle of a four-month-long hot flash and cooler temps are too far away to even think about. As I approach my 56th birthday this week, my “mature” self has a better appreciation for some of the odd habits our grandparents practiced and “closing the kitchen down” on hot summer afternoons is one of them. It’s simply too hot to go outside, much less cook. In this issue, Jim Norton shares another culinary delight with us and it is served chilled! I don’t know too many people, other than Guy Fieri, who don’t like eggs and here in the Mid South, many of us like ours deviled. The addition of avocado, tomato and bacon has got to bring this Southern favorite to the next level and I can’t wait to try it. Another “cool” idea we share with you this month is the water park, SoundWaves, at Gaylord Opryland Hotel and Resort. There you will find 117,000 square feet of cool-water bliss. Who doesn’t like a good waterslide and they have 11! I just might celebrate my birthday by meeting up with my imaginary BFF, Respusha from the movie Norbit. She and I can roadtrip to SoundWaves, snacking on those yummy deviled eggs and cool beverages. After some relaxing time in the lazy river, she will help me show you how this 56-year-old (and almost grandmother) goes down a waterslide! Stay cool, safe and forever young.
Margaret Monger, PUBLISHER
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It may have started with a small idea, as home renovations often do, but as the recently completed project at this Germantown home grew in size, it also gained approval from the homeowners, the designer and the contractor. “One thing we all agree on is that all the things we did we would do again,” says Michael Murphy of Murphy Custom Homes, who conceptualized and oversaw the job. “It became a bigger project as it went along, but it all turned out well.” Interior designer Robin Selberg recalls, “It all began with the homeowner telling me she thought she would need a new refrigerator before long and maybe she wanted to paint the kitchen cabinets.” Selberg had
worked with the couple when they built the house in 2006 and on subsequent projects, so she was happy to help her long-time clients and friends with another update. As the family had lived in their home for almost 15 years, their needs had changed. Says the homeowner, “We originally built the house to raise kids in. We wanted everything comfortable and I didn’t want to have to worry about people breaking things.” Now, with the children older and transitioning to adult life away from home, the time had come to make some adjustments in the house. Although those plans started small, Selberg and Murphy steered the homeowners to a major rework of their dining room, kitchen and laundry room, and they couldn’t be more pleased with the finished product.
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elberg knew the client had wanted to change the layout of her kitchen for a while, and this seemed the perfect time for a redesign. Murphy’s vision included a complete reimagining of the kitchen, as well as an adjacent bar area/ butler’s pantry which led into the dining room. On the other side of the kitchen, Murphy took out an oddly-shaped and seldom used home office to create a larger laundry room with all the bells and whistles, including an entire wall of storage space. “When the house was built, having a desk area around the kitchen was much more popular, but not anymore. People don’t work from desktop computers as much, so taking the office out made sense to get this amazing laundry room,” says Murphy. “This was one of the biggest ‘trust me’ moments we had with the clients in this project, but it worked out great.” The homeowner agrees that while it was initially a little difficult to give up existing storage space in the office, the original bar area and the butler’s pantry, the new layout has more storage than she could have imagined. Thanks to organizational help in the laundry room, kitchen and pantry from Trazo Design, there’s a place for everything, with room to spare. As the scope of the project expanded, it became clear that new cabinetry was a must-have. Murphy turned to Old City Millworks for the kitchen cabinets, storage wall and cabinets in the laundry room, and a unique piece for the dining area that became a game changer for that room, which is long and a bit narrow. The homeowner previously had a buffet for storage on the wall closest to the kitchen, but the placement caused a tight squeeze when guests were seated on that side of the dining table. The elimination of the six-foot wide butler’s pantry on the other side of the dining room wall opened up a perfect alcove for a custom built-in cabinet that is as beautiful as it is practical. “You wouldn’t see that in a design for a new home,” Murphy points out. “But sometimes when you undo walls in a renovation opportunities come up and this is a great example of that. It’s a special touch." 30 | At Home Memphis & Mid South • July 2021
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he cabinet is completed by custom monogrammed door knobs sourced from Graham’s Lighting, as is all the new hardware and lighting in the house. Selberg added new sconces, wallpaper, drapes and upholstery for the dining room chairs to complete the design. The rest of the space gained from the elimination of the butler’s pantry went into the reworked kitchen. Murphy’s plan recessed the refrigerator into the area to create more floor space in the center of the room. That enabled the addition of two center islands to open the kitchen more to the family room, a goal the client had had for some time. The new, more compact bar space pays homage to a feature of the original design that the homeowner always loved. Small square tiles in a glamorous mother-of-pearl tone cover the counter and backsplash. An original painting by local artist Pamela Hassler, set off by a handsome brass picture light, tops the area and plays well with a pair of modern brass-toned barrel pendants over the island that serves as the home’s casual dining spot. July 2021 • athomemms.com | 33
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elberg incorporated the family’s collection of works by Mid South artists including Paul Edelstein, Shelley Bolton, Leslie Perry and Hillary Butler and added a pair of contemporary abstracts on Tibetan paper by Lisa Weiss, sourced from L Ross Gallery, to the home’s newly designed entryway. Although she’s pleased with every part of the project that began with the need for a new refrigerator, the homeowner is thrilled with the cedar beams Murphy was able to restore to the family room. The home’s initial design included similar beams, but they had been reworked as part of another project a few years ago, and the second version had never measured up to the originals. To achieve the more open floor plan, Murphy needed to install steel beams to replace load-bearing walls. He called on master woodworker Wade Burrus to cover them with wood and to recreate the square pattern the client so missed. The handsome, rough-hewn cedar brings a cozy, lodge-style feel to the area where the family spends most of their time. July 2021 • athomemms.com | 35
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imilar skilled work shows throughout the project, literally from ceiling to floor. The renovation included changes in areas that were floored in antique brick. Fortunately, Selberg was able to locate matching pavers and have them laced in so seamlessly that they appear to be original to the house. That level of expert workmanship, the vision of the general contractor and the creativity of the designer combined to take this renovation from a small change in the kitchen to a whole new version of the home that is the ultimate blend of beauty and practicality.
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living on the lake is the fulfillment of a dream they didn’t even realize they had until it came to be as a result of a design process that underwent several iterations. That’s because their home is literally on a lake in Splinter Creek community eight miles west of Oxford. The husband and wife both hail from the area, and they knew they wanted their forever home to be near a college town, so building in Splinter Creek made sense to them. They were impressed with the work of Lake Flato, a Texas-based architectural firm that devised the master plan for the community, so they asked them to design their home. The homeowner recalls, “Their first iteration had the house sited along a ridge, running perpendicular to the lake. The screen porch, which was closest to the lake, was right on the water. My husband and I wanted to capture more views of the beautiful lake so we thought, ‘What if we flipped the house and made it parallel to the lake so that every room has a water view?’” The architects obliged, but still sited the structure on the shore. However, as the design process continued the home’s location moved to partially over water, then finally to completely on top of the water. “It’s connected by a small walking bridge from the land to the house,” the homeowner explains. “We didn’t set out that way, but it seemed like a good idea.” Good idea, indeed. The mid-century modern home is a stunning example of a concept central to the architectural guidelines of Splinter Creek—that all structures in the community “live lightly on the land.” With the emphasis on the land, the water and the view, the home is long and narrow, only 17 feet wide. That fact is barely noticeable, though. About 60 percent of the walls are glass, maximizing expansive views of the lake, and the interior floor plan Lake Flato created lends an open, roomy feel. July 2021 • athomemms.com | 43
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oomy, but intimate, says the homeowner. “Traditionally in Lake Flato’s portfolio, they’re very much about human scale. And there’s something about a room that’s not massive in any sense. You can have a conversation across the room...We have expansive views looking out of the house, but a real feel of intimacy as you sit in the living room or on the screen porch or in the kitchen.” The concept of scale was also crucial in the choice of furnishings for the home. While the owners have always been partial to contemporary design, this is their first mid-century modern style residence, so all the furnishings were acquired specifically to fit it. “We were pretty consistent when we began furnishing the house. Large, overstuffed sofas, for example, would have taken up half the living room, so we had to keep that in mind,” the homeowner recalls. To that end, she filled the house with pieces that not only respect its scale, but add an artistic element. Several tables are works by George Nakashima, an innovator in furniture design in the 20th century and a father of the American craft movement. “He really embraced live-edge pieces of wood and the scale is just perfect for this house,” she says. The couple has been collecting ceramics for years, and their lake home has heightened their interest in threedimensional art. “With so much glass in the house, we only have a few areas where we can hang art on the walls,” the homeowner points out. One of the pieces acquired for the home is a spectacular chandelier designed in the 1960s by Swedish glass artist Eric Hoglund. The homeowner spotted it in a New Jersey auction house on a trip to see ceramics while the house was still in the design phase. After some quick calculations, she found that its size would work perfectly in the dining room, so she bought it and had it packed and shipped to Mississippi. She recalls, “When we finished the house and got it out of the box 18 months later, it was like an unveiling! It really pulled the design together.” July 2021 • athomemms.com | 45
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he homeowner adds that the dining room is now one of her favorite spots in the house, but not solely because of the unique fixture. “I just love when we have friends or family around and the table is full at mealtimes,” she says. The other best spot in the house on the lake? The owner admits that it has to be the screen porch and deck on the lower level. "It sits just a little over two feet off the water. You’ve got water on all sides and the breeze blows through... it’s hard to beat that!”
SPLINTER CREEK IS A 650-ACRE COMMUNITY WITH A FOCUS ON NATURE AND SUSTAINABILITY. THE DEVELOPMENT IS NAMED FOR AN EXTINCT TOWN THAT WAS FOUNDED IN THE AREA IN THE EARLY 1800S.
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WEDDING
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Maddie Lawo & Miles Magness
M A RC H 6, 2021 | OX FO R D, M S PARENTS OF THE BRIDE: Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Schwenk Lawo & the late Mr. John K. Lawo, Jr. PARENTS OF THE GROOM: Mr. and Mrs. James Daren Magness WEDDING & RECEPTION: CASTLE HILL REHEARSAL DINNER: THE GRADUATE HOTEL EVENT PLANNER: EMILY BURTON FLORIST: THE TWISTED TWIG PHOTOGRAPHER: ELIZA KENNARD ENTERTAINMENT: MEMPHIS SOUL REVUE BAKER: LISA WHITEHEAD GROOM'S CAKE BAKER: SWEET T'S BAKERY INVITATIONS: MESH BY ALEX WEDDING DRESS: MAGGIE LOUISE BRIDAL MAKEUP: RIVERS COUNTISS RENTALS: DETAILS SPECIALTY RENTALS
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water and music with amenities and activities, SoundWaves offers an experience unique to the Nashville area. Four acres of indoor and outdoor water and dining attractions create an upscale modern oasis that redefines the “water park” concept. From exhilarating thrill rides to relaxing indulgences, SoundWaves has something for everyone from solo travelers to couples to the whole family, “We are proud to offer this premier water and music attraction you can’t find anywhere else. It’s one more reason to visit Nashville and Gaylord Opryland,” says Donny Wensinger, SoundWaves general manager. “Every detail of the design and guest experience was diligently crafted, from unexpected dining options to its exclusivity and ambience that families, couples and groups find both inviting and upscale.”
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attractions SoundWaves offers both indoor and outdoor recreation zones for all ages. Guests ages 18 and older will have exclusive access to adult-only indoor and outdoor pools, bars and lounging areas throughout the resort. Meanwhile, children, including the youngest visitors, can enjoy all the fun that SoundWaves has to offer. The 106,000-square-foot outdoor area, open seasonally, features a 315,000-gallon wave pool with giant LED movie screen, 45-foot slide tower with two body drop slides and a four-lane mat racer, multi-level play structure, adults-only pool and bars, private cabana rentals, food trucks and more. Adrenaline-inducing slide attractions include the Beat Drop, a near-vertical plunge into a tunnel and looping waterslide, and the Bass Drop, an openflume six-story freefall into water. The 111,000-square-foot indoor area includes three separate levels of water rides, activities, restaurants, lounging areas, party rooms and private cabanas. From the Down-Tempo Lazy River that takes guests through cavernous rock features with LED lighting and music, to the Up-Tempo Rapids River, complete with waterfalls and spray features, there is something for everyone to enjoy. The Crowd Surfer, Nashville’s only double FlowRider®, is a favorite attraction whether you want to surf or ride a boogie board. Rapid Remix™, Stage Dive™ and Record Launch™ water slides provide adventure and thrill. SoundWaves enhances each experience with paired musical components from country to pop—featuring attractions that incorporate music with music video programming on the giant LED screen at the outdoor wave pool. On select dates during summer, live entertainment brings the music of Nashville directly to guests.
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dining SoundWaves visitors can enjoy elevated dining experiences. Local offerings and signature cocktails, along with kid-friendly fare, ensure each palate is satisfied. Dining options inside SoundWaves at Gaylord Opryland offer something for everyone with unique, upscale menus inspired by the tastes, aromas, sights and sounds of classic fun-in-the-sun destinations. The distinctive adult beverage menu, designed around local craft brews, premium wine on tap, cold-pressed juices and the finest spirits, plays in perfect harmony with the food. Enjoy Opening Act appetizers, Headliner entrees, Encore desserts, and Intermission cocktails and mocktails at Decibels™, the 230-seat indoor restaurant with seasonal outdoor patio seating. Status Cymbal™ Adult Pool and Bar offers signature cocktails and mouth-watering dishes. Or, guests can grab a bite on-the-go at the seasonal food trucks while enjoying SoundWaves’ outdoor attractions.
party rooms Three party rooms (accommodating 10, 16 or 30 people) are available. A two-hour rental includes pizza, non-alcoholic beverages, parking passes and all-day access to SoundWaves. This amenity provides a unique experience for birthdays, reunions, graduations and bachelor/bachelorette parties and can be purchased without an overnight reservation.
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design & architecture SoundWaves is a first-of-its-kind water resort that blends water and music with amenities and attractions to create an experience unique to Music City. Sleek finishes and thrilling rides intertwined with living walls and plant beds create an alluring ambiance. As in Gaylord Opryland’s temperature-controlled indoor gardens, SoundWaves maintains a constant 84˚ tropical temperature. A uniquely designed roof permits natural light, giving guests the opportunity to sunbathe indoors year-round. BLUR Workshop spearheaded the overall facility design and architecture, while Aquatic Development Group (ADG) conceptualized and oversaw the design and construction for all water attractions. 62 | At Home Memphis & Mid South • July 2021
THE ONLY WAY TO GUARANTEE ACCESS TO SOUNDWAVES IS BY RESERVING THE OVERNIGHT SOUNDWAVES EXPERIENCE PACKAGE WHEN BOOKING A STAY AT GAYLORD OPRYLAND RESORT. FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO BOOK SOUNDWAVES PACKAGES, VISIT WWW.SOUNDWAVESGO.COM.
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Showers for all occasions are back! While gatherings might change venues or dates, we are still excited to get back to celebrating the big events in our lives. The moment my sister-inlaw told us she was expecting, I began planning her baby shower in my head. I pictured a sweet, Southern picnic in shades of pink and green. Moving the seating outside allowed for a large spread indoors of simple Southern classics (with a twist!). These recipes are easy to make and can be prepared ahead, so you can concentrate on celebrating the ones you love! STORY AUBREY ANN MONGER PHOTOS ANNABELLA CHARLES
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Everything Smoked Salmon Deviled Eggs Chicken Salad Croissants Smoky Pimento Cheese with Callie’s Hot Little Biscuits Caprese Salad Cups Antipasto Tortellini Skewers with Lemon Basil Vinaigrette Petit Fours Custom Cookies
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EVERYTHING SMOKED SALMON DEVILED EGGS Recipe from How Sweet Eats: howsweeteats.com Yield: 24 deviled eggs | Total Time: 1 hr
INGREDIENTS 12 large eggs
Add the egg yolks, mayo, Dijon, garlic powder, dill and a big pinch of salt and pepper to the food processor or blender. Alternatively, you can also mash with a fork. Blend until smooth, creamy and mousse-like. Taste the mixture and add more salt and pepper if needed. Scoop out the mixture and spoon it (or pipe it with a pastry bag) into the open egg whites. Slice a small strip of the smoked salmon and twist it or roll it, placing it on top of the deviled egg mixture. Sprinkle with a pinch of everything seasoning. Repeat with remaining eggs and serve!
½ cup mayonnaise
SMOKY PIMENTO CHEESE
1 ½ Tbsp. Dijon mustard ½ tsp. garlic powder
Recipe by Aubrey Ann Monger
¼ tsp. dried dill
INGREDIENTS:
kosher salt and pepper 2 Tbsp. Trader Joe's Everything Bagel Seasoning, plus more for sprinkling
4 slices cold smoked salmon INSTRUCTIONS To boil the perfect eggs, place them in a large pot and fill it with cold water. Bring it to a boil and let bubble for 1 minute, then turn off the heat and cover the pot. Let the pot sit for 12 minutes. Then place the pot in the sink and fill it with cold water to cool the eggs down immediately. You want the eggs to sit in cold water for 30 minutes or so, so you will need to dump the water and refill with cold water a few times. You can add some ice cubes too! After 30 minutes, peel the eggs and place them on a paper towel. Slice them in half and gently remove the yolks. The easiest way is to slice them in half vertically. If you want them to look a little fancy, you can carefully slice in half horizontally. Place the everything seasoning on a plate. Dip the flat side of each egg half into the seasoning.
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese ½ cup mayonnaise ½ tsp. garlic powder 1 tsp. black pepper ¼ tsp. onion powder 1 tsp. smoked paprika 1 4-oz. jar diced pimientos, drained
INSTRUCTIONS: Shred cheeses and combine in a large bowl. Note: the key here is freshly shredded cheese from the block, not from a bag. Combine other ingredients with cheeses and mix thoroughly. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
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ANTIPASTO TORTELLINI SKEWERS WITH LEMON BASIL VINAIGRETTE Recipe from Half Baked Harvest: halfbakedharvest.com
INGREDIENTS
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil 1 Tbsp. honey 2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
SKEWERS:
1 Tbsp. lemon juice
12 cups cubed ciabatta bread
kosher salt and red pepper flakes
2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil 1 pound fresh cheese tortellini, cooked 1 cup mixed olives, pitted 1 cup cherry tomatoes 1 cup marinated artichokes, quartered 1 roasted red pepper, cut into bite-size pieces 6-8 oz. thinly sliced prosciutto and/or salami 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls and/or cubed provolone 1 cup fresh basil leaves LEMON BASIL VINAIGRETTE: 1 ½ cups fresh basil leaves 2 Tbsp. fresh thyme leaves 2 Tbsp. toasted pine nuts
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INSTRUCTIONS 1. Preheat the oven to 375°. On a baking sheet, toss the bread with olive oil. Bake 8-10 minutes or until lightly toasted and golden. Season with salt. 2. Meanwhile, make the vinaigrette. Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor. Season with salt and red pepper flakes. 3. In a bowl, toss the tortellini and cheese together with a few tablespoons of the vinaigrette. 4. To assemble, thread the tortellini, olives, tomatoes, artichokes, red peppers, prosciutto/salami, cheese and basil onto skewers. You can mix and match skewers or make them all the same. 5. Arrange on a serving plate and serve drizzled with the vinaigrette and toasted bread.
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IN THE KITCHEN
Avocado Deviled Eggs with Tomato & Bacon
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IN THE KITCHEN I love deviled eggs any time of the year, but especially in the hot summer months! Here is a delicious recipe for a fun spin on
⅛ tsp. crushed red pepper flakes 10 grape/cherry tomatoes halved, for garnish crumbled bacon for garnish
traditional deviled eggs. INGREDIENTS: M A K E S 20 D E V I L E D E G G S.
10 hard-boiled eggs, halved with yolks separated from whites 2 avocados, chopped Juice from ½ lime 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro 1 Tbsp. chopped red onion ¼ cup mayonnaise ¼ tsp. salt ¼ tsp. ground pepper
DIRECTIONS: Boil eggs or use pre-boiled, peeled and readyto-eat boiled eggs. Cut eggs in half and place yolks in a medium-sized mixing bowl. Add all the above ingredients excluding the tomatoes and bacon, which will be used as garnish. Using a hand mixer, beat ingredients until well blended. Transfer mixture to a piping bag with desired tip. Fill each egg half with mixture and top with bacon and one half of a tomato. Serve immediately and enjoy! thenortonrecipe.com Facebook @thenortonrecipe Instagram @thejimnorton
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H E A LT H Y Y O U
Are you a Solarphobe?
STORY MICHELLE JOHNS
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Please note: The contents of this article are for educational purposes and are not intended to offer personal medical advice. You should seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or lifestyle changes. Resources for the content of this piece are available upon request.
it's summertime! The days are long and the sun is bright. It’s a time of year when we are reminded to lather up and cover our skin with sunscreen, leading many people to become “solarphobes” fearful of the sun. “Solarphobia” leaves many searching for answers to questions such as: - How do I prevent the sun from damaging my skin, causing premature aging and skin cancer? - Which sunscreen is the best for protection and contains the lowest amount of toxic chemicals? - How much sunscreen do I need? - How much natural sun is okay for my skin? - How might the sun be helpful to my well-being? The sun is a natural source of light, energy and vitality, however, as with anything else, too much can be problematic. For the purposes of this article, I have researched and sourced scientifically supported and published information from medical doctors at the American Cancer Society, the World Health Organization, Harvard Health, the FDA, the Cancer Council, and the Vitamin D Society. The American Cancer Society reports skin cancer is the most common type of cancer. The most frequently occurring skin cancers are basal cell, squamous cell and melanoma. Basal cell and squamous cell skin cancers are usually the consequence of lifelong
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exposure to the sun, according to the American Cancer Society. Melanoma, the deadliest skin cancer, may result from sun exposure, but that is not always the case. While skin cancer is most commonly a result of exposure to UV rays from sunlight, other sources of UV exposure, including laser devices used for medical and dental procedures, barcode scanners and other man-made laser devices can also contribute to the risk. The research is scant on how much of a role man-made, broad-spectrum UV rays play in skin cancer; however, the National Toxicology Program of the United States Health and Human Services Department reports they are human carcinogens. Cancer is usually the result of too much exposure to an environmental or chemical toxin or a combination of too much exposure to environmental or chemical toxins. Interestingly, the World Health Organization (WHO) reports Vitamin D is most easily absorbed from sun exposure. The WHO reports Vitamin D is helpful to prevent osteoporosis, rickets and osteomalacia. Additionally, according to the WHO, research examining the possible benefits of skin exposure to UVB rays from the sun in preventing some cancers and immune diseases is underway. According to the Cancer Council, the sun is the best source for Vitamin D and sunscreen inhibits the body’s ability to absorb Vitamin D. The lighter your skin tone, the shorter the amount of time you need of direct sun exposure. The fairer your skin, the easier it is for it to absorb Vitamin D from the sun. A good practice is to notice when your skin begins to change color. At this point, your body is no longer making Vitamin D and you are putting yourself at risk for skin cancer. This is when you should cover up and remove yourself from the sun.
H E A LT H Y Y O U Skin cancer is serious. The very rays we need from the sun, UVB, are the same rays that put us at risk for skin cancer. UVA rays cause wrinkles and accelerate aging. A broad-spectrum sunscreen guarding the skin from both UVB and UVA rays is best to protect skin from overexposure. The Environmental Health Perspective report published by the NBCI notes the body produces more serotonin during the day when exposed to the sun, which also increases the body’s ability to make melatonin. More serotonin corresponds to better mental health and more melatonin helps with sleep, which also benefits mental health. The same report noted that extensive sun exposure is a risk factor for malignant melanoma, but high sun exposure was related to higher survival rates in patients with early-stage melanoma. The study also noted that most melanomas occur in areas of skin least exposed to the sun. According to the Environmental Working Group, the following factors should be considered when selecting a sunscreen:
Just say no to: SPF above 50, Retinyl palmitate, aerosol spray and powder sunscreen, Oxybenzone which “penetrates the skin, gets into the bloodstream and acts like estrogen in the body. It can trigger allergic skin reactions. Some research studies, while not conclusive, have linked higher concentrations of oxybenzone to health disorders, including endometriosis in older women and lower birth weights in newborn girls.”, added insect repellent. Say yes to: Hats and shade in mid-day sun, Zinc Oxide or Titanium Dioxide as active ingredients, or Avobenzone (at 3%), SPF 15 to 50, depending on your own skin coloration, time outside, shade and cloud cover, using a lot and reapplying frequently. The bottom line is that the sun may be beneficial to your overall health and well being. Use common sense with exposure to the sun and sunscreens. Too much of anything can be a bad thing, but just the right amount can be helpful and healthy. See your dermatologist annually and have your skin and moles checked for defects.
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ON A GOOD NOTE
TEXT AND PHOTOS COURTESY OF NO MORE SILENCE FOUNDATION
No More Silence
is a public benefit nonprofit corporation organized and operated exclusively for charitable and educational purposes. LaTrossica Wilson founded the organization with the intent to provide coping mechanisms through the arts, using educational strategies to help with healing from sexual abuse trauma in multipurpose ways. Wilson also serves as the group’s executive director. The NMSF offers a variety of arts programs targeted toward low-income families to assist with youth development, leadership, rebuilding families and understanding the steps in preventing sexual violence. “Undoubtedly, the families we serve need support, yet, because our programs stem from a sensitive subject it can unintentionally turn valuable donors away,” says Wilson. The No More Silence Foundation gives presentations, classes and seminars to the public. Since the group started operating in the southeast Memphis area, the percentage of sexual violence against children decreased from 53 percent to 32 percent, according to the Juvenile Investigation Bureau data reports for 2018-2019. Says Wilson, “We are ending the silence culture one family at a time.”
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July 2021 HO M E F E AT U R E Special Thanks Robin Selberg Design robinselberg.com Ross Group Creative rossgroupcreative.com
DESIGN Special Thanks Sprouthouse Agency sprouthouseagency.com
ENTERTAINING Special Thanks Annabella Charles annabellacharles.com Garden District @gardendistrict_memphis
GETAWAY Special Thanks SoundWaves at Gaylord Opryland soundwavesgo.com
IN THE KITCHEN Special Thanks Jim Norton thenortonrecipe.com
HEALTHY YOU Special Thanks Michelle Johns mjohns@transformingwellness.com
ON A GOOD NOTE Special Thanks No More Silence Foundation nomoresilence.com
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