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Contents

February 2016

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On the Cover:

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Senior Living Options for Loved Ones

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.......................... Perspective

............................. Calendar

....................... Business Life

................... Senator Speaks

.................... Mayorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Minute

................... Ribbon Cuttings

........................ Book Review

............... Community Partner

............................ Quotables

......................... Artist Profile

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Publisher’s Perspective

PUBLISHER/PHOTOGRAPHER Jack Tuszynski Jack@FamilyLifePublications.com EDITORIAL Julie Senger Editor@FamilyLifePublications.com ART Candice Williams Candice@FamilyLifePublications.com Laurie Litke Laurie@FamilyLifePublications.com

couple of months ago, I was enjoying one of our annual, southeastern meteor showers with friends. I was asked, “Why do stars twinkle?” I stumbled over my words, finding fault in what I was trying to say, as I was saying it, as I admittedly do sometimes. Growing up, I was told, “think before you speak, not as you speak.” Suddenly, I caught a twinkling planet out of the corner of my eye, which stopped my blundering explanation. So the very next day, after an extra cup of coffee, I went and scoured through the archives...and “Googled” it. As it turns out, somewhat to my immediate discouragement, I discovered that it had all been an illusion. Not the part about me being wrong, believe me, there was nothing illusive about that; one has to learn to get used to that, and I’ve managed quite well. What I found was that it wasn’t the stars that twinkled; it was literally the space between us and those celestial bodies that bent the light we saw that made it happen. So I took a long sigh, and with a content smile, I was okay with that knowledge, because even so... they are still beautiful objects of wonder that bring awe, enlightenment and inspiration.

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Often in our lives, day in and day out, we find ourselves learning surprising things about what may have seemed so simple before. More often than that, we may take what we think we know for granted and come to consider it as true. The truth may not be as it appears or as distant as you think. The next time we find our minds peering deep into the darkness, seek to find a point of light and focus on it. Hold on to that light, as it is that point in the vast emptiness that draws us nearer to the truth, and in turn, all seems brighter. On the flip side, remember: as our light bends over the miles and miles, we too, from a distance, are all stars.

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS State Senator John Albers, Mayor Mike Bodker, Kathleen Boehmig, Michael Consoli, Lisa Ethridge, Kevin Head, Amanda Kossick, Tracy Kowalski, Beth Major, Chris Miller, Vishant Nath, Christy Noll, Debra Robinson, Nick Roper, Mark Tolbert, Amanda Wiggins, Keely Woodford

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You Need More Than Just a Will By Debra Robinson If you have a Will, you’ve taken an important step. However, if all you have is a Will, you’ve left yourself unprotected for a significant risk — disability. The risk is more obvious for the elderly, but illness or an accident can happen to anyone, at any time. What would happen if you were suddenly disabled? Who would pay your bills, talk with your insurance company, or make medical decisions? If you are married, and have joint accounts with your spouse, then those accounts would be accessible. But your spouse has no legal right to access accounts that are held only in your name. Your insurance company, because of the HIPAA privacy laws, is not allowed to discuss

your coverage, unless you’ve given legal authority. Planning for incapacity is an essential aspect of a sound financial and estate plan. Without proper planning, families find themselves in court, filing for guardianship and conservatorship in order to make health care decisions and access and manage finances. In Georgia, the two essential documents to protect yourself and your assets in the event of incapacity are a Financial Power of Attorney and an Advance Directive for Health Care. A Financial Power of Attorney, sometimes called a General Power of Attorney, enables you to appoint someone as your agent, to manage your financial affairs. A Financial Power of Attorney can be effective when it’s signed, or it can be a Springing@ Power of Attorney that becomes effective only when triggered by a designated

event, such as a doctor’s certificate of incapacity or a panel of family members making a determination of incapacity. An Advance Directive for Health Care, which replaced the old Georgia Living Will and Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care, enables you to appoint someone to make medical decisions if you are not able to communicate your wishes. You can also provide instructions on your treatment preferences. The core documents that everyone should have include a Will, Financial Power of Attorney and Advance Directive for Health Care.

Debra Robinson is an attorney in Johns Creek. 770-817-4999, DebraRobinsonLaw.com

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Calendar FEBRUARY

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Roswell Roots Festival the City of Roswell celebrates Black History Month every February with the annual Roswell Roots festival. Roswell Roots is one of the largest and most comprehensive Black History celebrations in the state of Georgia and celebrates black history and culture by sponsoring a variety of art exhibits, history and cultural events. This event will take place at various times and locations in Roswell throughout the month of February. For complete events listing, visit RoswellGov.com/discover-us/ calendar

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Ever After, a Journey From Neverland to Wonderland, presented by Roswell Dance Starz — This enchanting show includes scenes from the beloved tales of Peter Pan and Alice in Wonderland, as well as Disney’s Cinderella, Descendants and many more memorable characters! Friday 7:00 pm, Saturday 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm, Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell. RoswellGov.com

Flying into the Future is a STEMfocused event that will introduce you to flight! Whether it’s a bird flying through

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the air, a plane gliding in the sky, or a rocket soaring to the moon, the mechanics of flight start with the basics. Explore the mechanics of flight, meet our wildlife rehabilitation staff, meet biologists and learn about conservation work, wonder about space, and view the sun with the Charlie Bates Astronomy Project, and visit local partner booths to learn how you can help the future of birds. 12:00 pm, Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. 770-992-2055. ChattahoocheeNatureCenter.org

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Peter and the Starcatcher, presented by Georgia Ensemble Theatre In this prequel to Peter Pan, you will be HOOKED from the moment you let your imagination take FLIGHT. Close your eyes and imagine a magical evening of madcap fun! You will marvel at the limitless possibilities of makebelieve, as a dozen brilliant actors play more than 100 unforgettable characters in this swashbuckling adventure. Fun for the whole family! Thursday-Saturday 8:00 pm; Sunday 2:30 pm, Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest Street, Roswell. 770-641-1260. GET.org

Northpoint Pediatrics Jog for a Cause — a 5k run benefitting the Colton Lee Norrell Fund, the Matthew Thibadeau Fund, and the Keira Grace Fund. 7:00 am, Freedom Park, Deerfield Parkway at Webb Road. CityOfMiltonGa.us

Alpharetta Restaurant Week — There is something to please everyone’s inner foodie during Alpharetta Restaurant Week. This week-long celebration of Alpharetta’s restaurant scene will take place February 2127. Restaurants have a variety of options on prix fixe menus for lunch and dinner. Menu prices are $15 for lunch and $25 for dinner. 11:00 am-9:00 pm, Alpharetta. 770-698-9292. Info@FlavorsMagazine.com

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MARCH

Stand in a Storm: Know the Signs and Be Ready! — Katie Walls, WSB-TV meteorologist, will describe how tornadoes and other storms are formed. Chris Cooper, Roswell Fire Department, and Zach Frommer, Roswell Police Department, will explain how the City of Roswell is prepared to handle any disaster and how you can prepare for the kind of weather emergencies we could experience in Roswell: Severe thunderstorms, hurricanes, tornadoes, ice storms, and snow storms. 7:00 pm, Roswell Visual Arts Center, 10495 Woodstock Road, Roswell. RoswellGov.com

Bulky Trash Amnesty Day — The City of Milton Public Works Department and Milton Grows Green are offering residents a bulky trash amnesty day, so gather your large items for disposal. Only City of Milton and Roswell residents will be served. Proof of residency will be required, and utility bills are preferred. 8:00 am-12:00 pm, City of Roswell Public Works Division, 1810 Hembree Road, Roswell. 978-242-2509. CityOfMiltonGa.us

28th Annual “Dare to Dream” Gala — The purpose of the black-tie optional event is to raise funds to support the vital programs offered by enAble of Georgia, Inc. (enAble), the foundation’s parent organization, helps individuals with developmental disabilities realize their dreams to lead productive and fulfilled lives. The “Dare to Dream” Gala will feature an exciting live & silent Auction, a fabulous dinner and entertainment provided by Party Nation. Visit EnableGa. EJoinMe.org/Gala2016 to become a sponsor, buy tickets or donate to this great event. Renaissance Atlanta Waverly Hotel, 2450 Galleria Pkwy, Atlanta. 770-6644347 x106. EnableGa.org

LIBRARY EVENTS

AFPLS.org ALPHARETTA

238 Canton St., Alpharetta, 770-740-2425

MILTON

855 Mayfield Road, Milton, 404-613-4402

NORTHEAST/SPRUILL OAKS

9560 Spruill Road, Johns Creek, 770-360-8820

OCEE

5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Johns Creek, 770-3608897

ROSWELL

115 Norcross Street, Roswell, 770-640-3075

EAST ROSWELL

2301 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell, 404-613-4050

Free AARP Tax-Aid Mondays and Wednesdays, February 1-April 13, 10:00 am–4:00 pm, Northeast/Spruill Oaks Free tax assistance and return preparation for taxpayers with low or moderate income, with special attention to those over 60. Must bring photo ID, Social Security cards of all claimed, copy of last year’s filed return, a check if you want to direct deposit any refund(s) and income/ deduction documents necessary. Registration required. Family Activity Night February 9, 5:00 pm, Roswell Special family activities: story times, movie nights, game nights and more. All ages are welcome. Nine-Week Financial Planning Class February 3, 10, 17, 24; March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 2:00-3:00 pm, Milton Marsha Spear, CFP, will facilitate this nine-week workshop, which focuses on your retirement years. Friends of the Alpharetta Library Book Sale February 6, 10:00 am-4:00 pm, Alpharetta Come support the library by shopping at the Friends’ Book Sale. All ages are welcome. The sale will be held on the library porch and at Friends Bookstore.

AARP Tax-Aid Saturdays, by appointment only. February 6– April 9, 10:00 am-1:00 pm, Ocee AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is offered in cooperation with the IRS and is available for free preparation of both Federal and Georgia tax returns to taxpayers with low and moderate income, with special attention to those 60 and older. For appointments, call 770-360-8897. Friends of the Roswell Library Book Sale February 4-6, 10:00 am-5:30 pm; February 7, 2:00-5:30 pm, Roswell Complementary and Alternative Therapies in Palliative/Hospice Care February 12, 10:30 am, Milton Courtesy of AmityCare, join us for explanations of alternative therapies available to those in palliative or hospice care. Love Your Family Day: “Ethical Wills Beyond Money: Leaving Values, Beliefs and Legacies” February 13, 10:30 am–12:00 pm, Northeast/ Spruill Oaks Atlanta Attorney/Author, Zoe Hicks, explains the difference between traditional wills and ethical wills, how to pass on what you hold most dear to the next generation, when you need an attorney to draft your will and what you can prepare on your own.

Little Known Black History Facts February 20 & 21, 1:30 pm, East Roswell There will be information on the amazing journey of African-Americans, with hands-on learning for children ages 6 and up. This will be presented by Israelite Nation History and Culture. Roswell Roots: Are You Smarter than the Griot? February 20, 2:00 pm, Roswell Who knows as much as the Griot, the history keeper? Come share! All ages welcome to test their knowledge of black history in the Q&A competition. Prizes awarded. Career in Transition February 22, 6:00 pm, Alpharetta Are you “F.R.E.D”? (Frustrated, Recently Retired, Entrepreneurial or Downsized?). Learn how to transition into a satisfying new career. Get Out of Debt in 9 Years or Less February 22, 6:00 pm, East Roswell Learn simple money management principles that banks and financial institutions don’t want you to know with Community Outreach for Financial Education.

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PART 2 } { Amazing New Ships By Michael Consoli

LIFESTYLE Last month, I shared information about two beautiful new ships, Holland America’s ms Koningsdam and the Norwegian Escape (which I have since sailed on and she’s awesome!). This month, I’d like to tell you about two new ships coming to the luxury market, Silversea’s Silver Muse and Regent Seven Seas’ Explorer. A muse is defined as a source of inspiration, and Silver Muse will indeed inspire those who choose to sail on her. Silver Muse will be Silversea’s largest ship at 40,700 tons, with a passenger capacity of 596. Although larger, she’ll still embrace the small-ship intimacy, exquisite service and all-suite accommodations for which Silversea is known. These cruises will be mostly-inclusive, with gratuities, room service, beverages, butler service and transportation into town all included. Silversea will shake things up on Silver Muse by replacing the traditional dining room with eight different

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dining venues, including La Grande Dame, by Relais & Chateau, a fine French dining experience and Asian cuisine at Kabuki and Hot Rocks, where guests will learn lava stone cooking. Silver Muse begins sailing April 2017, spending the spring and summer sailing Mediterranean itineraries before crossing “The Pond” for Atlantic journeys in North and South America. Regent calls the Seven Seas Explorer “The most luxurious cruise ship ever built.” Elegant and opulent from bow to stern, this ship will introduce a new class of suite, the Regent Suite, an extraordinary luxury experience at 3,875 squarefeet, larger than most Arezzo homes here at Vasari! This suite will have two sumptuous bedrooms, impeccable living space, a huge private balcony and will offer a host of special amenities, including free first class air for domestic flights, free business class air for international flights, private sedan transfers and unlimited in-suite

spa services. For dining, Seven Seas Explorer will introduce Chartreuse, with some of the finest choices offered in Paris restaurants and the Pacific Rim, providing a fine dining experience as guests explore some of the culinary traditions of Asia. In addition, Seven Seas Explorer will feature the Culinary Arts Kitchen, providing guests with personalized cooking instruction at eighteen cooking stations. Seven Seas Explorer launches in spring, 2016 with Eastern and Western Mediterranean itineraries and will reposition to Miami in November for Caribbean and Panama Canal sailings. A luxury cruise will exceed all of your expectations. L

Michael Consoli is a professional travel and cruise specialist and owner of Cruise Planners. 770-650-7667. PlanMyCruise.com

By Mark Tolbert Every month, parents ask me “Can you teach my child how to study? No matter how hard he works, he still does not do well on tests.” Effective studying requires mastery of high level critical thinking skills, such as identifying inferences, making conclusions and understanding cause and effect. Until these skills are mastered, students will continue to struggle in school. Once these skills are in place, it’s time to use a powerful study method used by successful college students worldwide: SQ3R.

What does SQ3R stand for?

Survey: Begin by pre-reading the text. Look at titles, analyze pictures and glance at introduction sentences, boldface words and footnotes. The point of surveying is to get a sense of what you are about to read, rather than just starting out blindly. Read questions in the margin of the textbook. Asking questions is an integral part of SQ3R. Question: Write questions based on your survey. Don’t just write fact-based questions; you should always ask “why” and “how” type questions. For example, if you are studying a chapter about the Underground Railroad, don’t just ask “Who was Harriet Tubman?” but also “What social conditions led to the creation of the Underground Railroad?” or “How did the Underground Railroad affect the southern economy?” Write questions on the left-hand side of your paper; later, you will write the answers on the right side. Read: Now read the text in a focused way, concentrating on the elements found during surveying and the questions you wrote. Instead of just getting lost in the text or daydreaming, you will now actively read the text as you try to answer the questions you wrote earlier. Write the answers on the right-hand side of your paper. Recite: Answer your questions out loud and in writing, with the book closed.

‘Rite and Review: Take Cornell Notes, and summarize your learning every night. As your understanding increases, add more questions to your list. What are Cornell Notes? Find out next month!

Mark Tolbert is executive director of Huntington Learning Center in Alpharetta. 678-240-9221. Alpharetta.HungtingtonHelps.com

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OUR MISSION: Your Successful Retirement

These days, there’s no shortage of firms, large and small, offering to help retirees navigate the tumultuous waters of retirement. It’s no wonder with more people retiring every day and more retirees living longer, healthier lifestyles. These longer life spans inevitably put additional stress on portfolios due to higher health care costs and a longer exposure to the rising cost of day-to-day living expenses. At Hill & Hill Financial, LLC, we view helping our clients to get to and through retirement successfully as more than a responsibility – we view it as a mission. This means that the quality of service we provide may exceed what is offered

at other financial institutions. For over 15 years, our family-owned business has been serving the communities of North Georgia. We pride ourselves in the longterm relationships we’ve forged with our clients, while always striving to maintain the highest standards in our industry.

Retirement is about more than just protecting or growing your money for later years. It’s about having a comprehensive plan to never outlive your income, a plan to manage risk, minimize taxes, and avoid losing control of your own choices and assets after you pass away. As a fullservice firm, we explore all the areas of your retirement goals and needs before Call 770-672-0402 or visit hillandhillfinancial.com

Offices in Woodstock, GA, Chattanooga, TN and Knoxville, TN.

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composing and recommending a plan for your retirement. We listen to you and look for every opportunity to help you maximize opportunities that’ll help you get to and through retirement successfully!

To learn about our firm, you’re invited to join us for our popular workshop, “Smarter Social Security and Retirement Income Planning” on March 8th and 10th, 6:30 pm at The Diner at Northpoint. Call 770-672-0402, or email morgan@ hillandhillfinancial.com for more details or to make an appointment for a complete review of your retirement plan. We look forward to learning how our services may be of benefit to you and your loved ones. Investment Advisory Services offered through Brookstone Capital Management, LLC (BCM), an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Securities offered through Center Street Securities, Inc. (CSS), a registered Broker-Dealer and member of FINRA, SIPC. Hill & Hill Financial, LLC and BCM are independent of CSS.

Business LGE Community Credit Union Donates Over $120,000 to Charities and Individuals in Need

fall on hard times. Not only is there a monetary contribution, but LGE staff members volunteer over 2500 hours in the community annually. Continued efforts show why LGE Community Credit Union continues to be a fabric of the community.

LGE Community Credit Union employees

profit organizations. Every dollar raised

recently gathered to give $120,000 to local

by the LGE Foundation is matched by LGE

charities and individuals in need through

Community Credit Union. Since 2010, LGE

the LGE Foundation. The LGE Foundation

has invested over $418,000 in the lives of

organizes and conducts fundraisers to

those in the community, including children,

raise money to contribute to local non-

homeless, abuse victims and those that

Charities that received donations: Racheal’s Rest, Must Ministries, Warehouse of Hope, Calvary Children’s Home, Next Step Ministries, Paulding CASA, City of Refuge, Safepath, 10 Women of Hope, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Love beyond Walls, The Giving Kitchen and Boys and Girls Club of Cobb County.

Cruise Planners Travel Advisor Named First-Ever Global Top Producer with Viking Cruises Michael Consoli, Cruise Planners franchise owner, received an

network of home-based travel agents who independently book

award in New York City at a Travel + Leisure event to celebrate

amazing vacation and travel experiences for their clients, and

Viking Cruise’s success as the world’s best river cruise

Consoli continues to be a leader within the network.

line. According to Travel + Leisure readers, Cruise Planners franchise owner in Roswell, GA., Michael Consoli, was the surprise recipient of the new award. In November, Consoli was awarded Top Producer for Viking with Cruise Planners at the company’s annual convention in Florida, but little did he know that he would also be honored as the first-ever Top Global Producer for Viking Cruises. “It was a surprise and quite an honor to be named Viking’s global top producer,” Consoli said. “I love working closely with the amazing team at Viking and have focused heavily on river cruise sales, promoting the line’s unique itineraries and learning about and experiencing their newest ships. Viking is growing, and I am happy to help support that growth.” This is the first-time ever the river cruise line has awarded a global honor to an individual travel professional. For the past few years, Consoli has focused on growing his river cruise business, and he plans to continue building on that niche. Consoli has been a Cruise Planners franchise owner for 13 years and started with no travel industry experience – just a passion for travel. Cruise Planners is the nation’s largest

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Senator Speaks

e are a nation of immigrants. A nation that was forged mostly by people fleeing Europe and looking for a place they could live freely, with a government of people elected by the people. We started with nothing but the ideals of the settlers who came here centuries ago. Those ideals have turned our nation into the strongest, most prosperous and most diverse in the world. Since then, people have continued to relocate their families to our great land to pursue the American dream. With the ongoing War on Terror and the recent attacks in Paris and San Bernardino, the very thing that has made our country so great is now becoming a source of fear and condescension. We are a welcoming nation of laws. We should not judge others, but we should also balance our nation’s security. In September of this year, President Obama announced our nation would be accepting 10,000 Syrian refugees in 2016. In November, Paris was attacked by a group of Muslim extremists. A few weeks later, two other Muslim extremists attacked the Inland Regional Center in San Bernardino, California. After a federal investigation following the San Bernardino attack, it was found that one of the shooters had been living in Saudi Arabia for more than 20 years and wished to join the fight for Islamic jihad. These events are not connected and deserve separate treatment. I do not believe the answer to help refugees is to move them half way around the world. Rather, let’s focus on the humanitarian and responsible efforts in their home country. This series of events and its ties to the Middle East has not only brought the War on Terror home again, it has caused us to reexamine the state of our national security and the ability to protect American citizens. 31 governors, including Governor Deal, have since announced they are opposed to accepting any Syrian refugees into their states. It’s crucial during this time of unrest in Europe and the Middle East that we do everything in our power to protect our citizens. We want to ensure we maintain our status as a safe place to live and work, for both our current and future citizens. We can do this by strengthening our vetting process when accepting refugees and immigrants, as well as improving the security measures at our borders. Our nation was created by immigrants who traveled here with the dream of finding freedom and safety. Without our founders, we couldn’t have grown into the nation we are today. We don’t want to deny this dream to others with the same intentions. However, new travelers should participate in a thorough vetting process in order to ensure the safety of our citizens. Keeping Georgia and America safe is a top priority for me at the Capitol, and I will continue to support legislation that protects our citizens and our nation’s borders.

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By Senator John Albers

Window Treatment Design

By Keely Woodford

LIFESTYLE To the outside world, your living room says a lot about you, your lifestyle and your personality. One of the most important decisions you’ll make about this room is how best to showcase your windows.

Of course, I recommend using a professional interior decorator, specifically a decorator who has vast experience in all aspects of unique window treatments. From selection, to measuring, to designing and installation, careful thought and consideration during pre-planning will be key to the success of your overall project. Whether you want a dramatic look or something a bit more understated, custom window treatments promise to add a fabulous design element to your entire room’s ambiance. So, as with every new design project, it’s important to start at the very beginning. Take a critical look at your windows, and then ask yourself these important questions: • Do you want your new window treatments to make a bold, decorative statement?

• Would you prefer window treatments that provide a soft backdrop to your room’s furnishings? • Is it important that your window treatment design hide an unpleasant view? • Would you prefer to have your room bathed in lots of natural light, or would you want the option to shelter your furnishings just a bit more? The answers to these important questions will guide you and your professional decorator toward making smart decisions — decisions that you will be pleased with from the very beginning of the process. L

Keely Woodford is a franchise owner of Decorating Den Interiors. 770-926-0383. Keely.DecoratingDen.com

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Community Feature Mayor and Council Authorize Pivotal Park Land Purchase The Johns Creek City Council authorized the Mayor to execute a purchase agreement for approximately 20 acres for park land. “We are pleased to have the opportunity to acquire this property, especially as it is located in the north central corridor of the city, in Technology Park,” stated Mayor Mike Bodker. “This property provides the city unique, passive recreation options in an area of the city in need of additional recreational and park opportunities.” The purchase aligns with the recommendations from the draft Recreation and Parks Strategic Plan and follows the recent purchase of 133 acres of land for recreation and parks. The property’s purchase price is $139,953 per acre, with an asking price of approximately $2.85 million. The 20-acre property is located adjacent to Medlock Bridge Road, stretching between Johns Creek Parkway and East Johns Crossing. The purchase of this property would increase total city park land to approximately 360-acres and provide recreation space in the north central section of the city, currently identified as being underserved by the Recreation and Park Strategic Plan. The final site plan has yet to be determined. The public will have input into the final usage of the property.

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City of Roswell Purchases Roswell Plaza Shopping Center Roswell City Council recently voted to approve the City’s purchase of the Roswell Plaza Shopping Center, located near the intersection of Alpharetta Street and Norcross Street. The City’s purchase will allow Roswell’s newly elected City Council members to weigh in on the best uses for the property. “Due to this property’s prominent location in downtown Roswell, near both City Hall and Canton Street, it’s vital to ensure that the City, the DDA and any potential developers are on the same page regarding future development,” said Roswell Mayor, Jere Wood. “The City’s ownership of the property will allow City Council to direct redevelopment of the property consistent with the goal of sustainable economic growth.” The DDA will continue to partner with the City on this project and lead the effort to seek redevelopment proposals. The DDA’s use of economic development tools will be aligned with the City Council’s goals for the property.

New Restaurants to Open in Alpharetta’s Avalon Alpharetta’s mixed-use development, Avalon, will soon be welcoming 2 new restaurants, Café Intermezzo and Farm to Ladle. Café Intermezzo, the European Coffeehouse, already boasts 3 metro Atlanta locations; its first Dunwoody location was established in 1979. They describe their menu as “holding a plethora of choices, including the Beverage Book, containing over 50 pages, with coffees, teas, many distinct beverages without alcohol, as well as liquors and liqueurs, wines and champagnes, and beers from many countries; pastry selections numbering over seventy on display at any given time, and 125 in total.” In addition, their breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night cuisine choices are all “house-prepared and originate from a variety of world cultures.” This will be Farm to Ladle’s 2nd metro Atlanta location. They are a European café and farm-stand who take pride in serving soups, salads and sandwiches that are made with locally sourced produce and herbs. They serve breakfast, lunch and dinner, and they also offer “grab-n-go” menu options. Café Intermezzo and Farm to Ladle are set to open by spring 2016.

Congratulations to our January “7 Differences” winner, Christine Davis!

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Community Feature 9 Fulton County High Schools Receive SADD Chapter Grants Fulton County School District is pleased to announce that it has received a Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) grant from the Georgia Office of Highway Safety to fund SADD chapter activities at nine high schools. The grant will enhance SADD chapters throughout the district with the idea that student input into the solution will help alleviate the problem of teen driver fatalities in Georgia. Drivers ages 15-19 have a higher rate of crashes, injuries and fatalities than adult and elderly drivers, with car crashes remaining the number one cause of death for teens. In 2012, there were an estimated 156 crash-related deaths of drivers ages 15-20. That number represents 13 percent of all traffic fatalities in Georgia and an overall decrease from 17 percent in 2007. The grant allows the District to receive up to $45,000 to fund SADD activities, including grants of $2,500 each to Alpharetta High School, Centennial High School, Chattahoochee High School, Creekside High School, Independence High School, Langston Hughes High School, McClarin High School, Northview High School and Roswell High School. SADD chapters are designed to address drinking and driving among teens in Fulton County high schools. The grant funds will help schools establish or maintain a SADD chapter, complete a minimum of two safety belt checks, host ghost-out, crash car event, or safe prom and graduation activities, provide leadership training to SADD chapter members and support drug prevention activities.

Scott Fowler received a pie in the face from his colleague, Tom Wickson. Fowler and Wickson, together, raised over $500.

River Trail MS’s “Pie Wars” Raise $1500 for Relay for Life Pie Wars, a student led initiative at River Trail Middle School, raised over $1500 for Relay for Life. Students and staff donated money all week. Six teachers and two assistant principals agreed to take a pie in the face if they raised the most money. The “winner” received the lesser amount of money and “pied” the opposing grade level teacher.

Principal Named for New Highway 9 School Adam Maroney, the current principal of Alpharetta Elementary, will lead the “Highway 9/West Roswell School,” which presently is the temporary home of Esther Jackson Elementary School. When the newly rebuilt Esther Jackson School opens in August, its students will move back to their Martin Road home, and Highway 9 Elementary will reopen under a new name and student body. In addition to staffing the new school, one of Maroney’s first priorities will be to form community committees for developing a unique school identity, such as an official name, mascot and colors. Maroney holds a bachelor’s degree in special education (speech pathology) from the University of Maine at Farmington, as well as a master’s degree in communication disorders from the University of Cincinnati. He also earned a specialist’s degree in educational leadership from the University of West Georgia.

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Mayor’s Minute

any of you may not be aware of a proposed tax increase to support a MARTA expansion further north on GA 400. Conventional wisdom might suggest such an expansion will significantly reduce traffic congestion and therefore, is a no-brainer. However, before we dig deeper into our pockets to support an investment in a heavy rail extension with a price tag of $1.6 billion, I believe we need to weigh the challenges we face and other available options. The fundamental problem with heavy rail in metro Atlanta is that we have many work centers that are spread out with a system that fails to connect them. According to a Brookings Institution study, only 3.6% of the jobs in metro Atlanta are readily accessible by mass transit. Even if you successfully move commuters from the suburbs via heavy rail, they still can’t readily reach their respective workplace. More than 53% of our traffic originates and ends outside our borders. This trend will continue as the population around us continues to grow. Johns Creek will remain a pass-through community for those looking to drive to a MARTA rail station or choosing to drive directly

to work. An expansion of MARTA rail won’t change those dynamics.

recommendations that should be considered.

Regardless of whether heavy rail is extended, we must make significant road improvements that are currently planned. Improving our road networks will be beneficial to any final transit solution. Every dollar taken away from road projects is a dollar lost to us.

We’re watching these technologies and approaches to mass transit take hold around the country. We shouldn’t be afraid to have this debate, and use what’s currently available to ensure that we’re on the leading edge of the future of mass transit.

So what are the options? There are many. Autonomous (driverless) cars are here and will become mainstream; ridesharing will become more commonplace, and businesses such as Uber and Megabus will grow in popularity among millennials and other demographics. Managed lanes, managed arterials and High Occupancy Toll lanes each contribute to reducing congestion and improving traffic flow. Improving the Intelligent Transportation System in the metro Atlanta area and synchronizing traffic lights will improve traffic flow on interior roadways, as well as for ingress and egress to highways and interstates.

We’re in the early stages of this conversation, and I’ve already met with MARTA about working together to develop a metro Atlanta mass transit plan we can all support.

Transit studies specific to metro Atlanta, such as the Georgia Public Policy Foundation’s, can be found at GeorgiaPolicy.org/issues/ transportation/. It outlines innovative

I’m also in the process of organizing a mass transit panel discussion to include notable think tanks, engineers, transit agencies, local governments and private sector representatives. We’ll alert you once the panel discussion is set. Before we increase taxes, we must be sure we’re going to invest those funds wisely. Please feel free to contact us with any questions, concerns or input at JohnsCreekGa.gov.

Mike Bodker is the mayor of Johns Creek. 678-512-3200. Mike.Bodker@JohnsCreekGa.gov, JohnsCreekGa.gov.

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Active, Crafty Ideas Your Children are Sure to By Christy Noll

Love!

Valentine’s Day is all about love, friendship and an opportunity to do fun things with your kids! There are so many ways to make Valentine’s Day special with the family, which often only require your time and a little construction paper! AlpharettaMoms. org offers suggestions, from outdoor activities to baking and crafts. Take a family bicycle ride or hike on the Big Creek Greenway. Visit Chattahoochee Nature Center or Autrey Mill Nature Center and participate in their family activities or hikes. Local recreation centers usually have a Valentine’s dance and/or craft activities to available.

Bake heart-shaped cookies and decorate with the kids to get in the holiday spirit! Fun and simple crafts to make with the kids are easy to find on Pinterest, or purchase items at Michael’s or JoAnn Fabrics. Some suggestions include: Use construction paper and decorate/ write notes to loved ones. Cut lace paper or other paper in a heart shape to glue on, and use simple paint for illustrations. Make a handprint heart on paper and place in a typography frame found at Wal-Mart for $2.50 (examples at B-InspiredMama.com). The kids paint their palms, place on heart-shaped paper decorated with rhinestones and glitter, and write their name and the year before placing in the frame. Flower pots with tulips and ribbon make a great gift. Paint and decorate the pot, or print out a family picture and glue it on!

Make a cute monkey Valentine craft. Use 4 strips of brown construction paper and fold back and forth. These will be the monkey’s arms and legs. Cut a body, face, ears, mouth and nose from paper. Glue them together. Use a black marker to draw the eyes and nostrils. Bring the arms together and glue them. Add a red heart to the monkey’s chest and one he’s holding. Write “I’m BANANAS 4 U!” on the heart. Add a monkey tail and two brown hearts to the feet (example at CraftyMorning.com).

Christy Noll is founder of AlpharettaMoms.org, a resource that connects North Fulton families with community organizations, programs and events.

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you will notice a clean, modern atmosphere, a vast line of professional products and fashionable, refined stylists who are diligently going about making their clients look amazing. Since 1999, the salon has provided a guest experience that most would expect to only receive inside the perimeter. As a member of Intercoiffure North America Canada, guests that visit Jyl Craven Hair Design can be assured to receive the best in quality and professional expertise.

What They Do Jyl Craven Hair Design serves guests of all ages. Designing hairstyles that KERASTASE SPECIFIQUE accentuate your personality, contains Arginine to stimulate benefit your lifestyle and the scalp for optimal hair growth. compliment your natural features is something the professionals at the salon do every day. Over the past few years, the salon has been caring for a growing number of women challenged with hair loss. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Women with fine or thinning hair who want added volume and density have many options at the salon,â&#x20AC;? says Jyl. By artfully crafting haircuts, the stylists can give guests added body, density and strength. In addition, dimensional color can be used to give the illusion of thicker hair. Jyl Craven Hair Design also carries an exclusive line of professional products that specifically target thinning hair.

Challenged with FINE or THINNING Hair? Nearly 30 million women in the U.S. experience hair loss, and 50% of women experience female pattern hair loss by age 50. The

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Jyl Craven Hair Design has the Solution Introducing the Evolve Volumizer. The Evolve Volumizer is a nonsurgical, integrated hair replacement system for women experiencing up to 50% hair loss on the crown or top of their head.

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your individual style and blowdried, ironed (curl and flat), dried naturally, braided, tucked behind your ear or put up into a pony or chignon for evening wear. The Evolve Volumizer addresses all of the needs and desires that a woman has for fuller, thicker, denser hair. It produces immediate results and requires no glue, no adhesives, and no chemicals.

Hear What Jyl Craven Hair Design Guests Are Saying: Since 2012, Jyl Craven Hair Design has been helping women both emotionally and physically with the Evolve Volumizer. Here’s what a few of the salon’s Evolve guests are saying:

Cheryl from Acworth said, “I have had my Evolve system for over a year. It’s hard to believe how much of a difference it has made for my self-esteem. The care is easy, just like working with my natural hair, only easier. I can’t imagine going without my Evolve. Love it!”

Betsy from Canton said, “It has changed my life. The Evolve Volumizer is easy to blow dry, easy to style, and some of my friends don’t even know I have it on. It’s the best thing I’ve ever done.”

Jeanne from Woodstock said, “I was very selfconscious about my thinning hair until Jyl showed me the Evolve. I was ecstatic when I saw the Evolve. My husband was so happy for me and loves it.”

Pat from Waleska said, “The Evolve system has given me confidence when meeting new people. They now listen to what I’m saying instead of being distracted by my previous lack of hair. With the Evolve System, I now get compliments from acquaintances on my beautiful hair all the time.”

The salon has eight Evolve Certified Stylists. Having many certified stylists provides the guests ease of scheduling and added assurance there will always be someone available to assist them. The EVOLVE Volumizer doesn’t change who you are; it changes how you feel about you. To schedule your confidential consultation and learn how you can get the added volume and density you desire, call Jyl Craven Hair Design today at 770.345.9411. 22

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Which Senior Care Option is Best for My Loved One? By Julie Senger

ccording to a recent report by the United Health Foundation and American Public Health Association, by 2030, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s projected that more than 20% of the U.S. population will be age 65 and older, up from 13% in 2010 and just under 10% in 1970. Therefore, finding appropriate living arrangements and care for an aging family member is something most everyone will have to consider at some point in their lifetime. With so many different options available for senior care in Georgia, it can be an overwhelming and daunting task to try and find the right facility or professional assistance for your aging loved one. All of the available options have much to offer, but the one that is best for your elder family member will greatly depend upon their individual needs and abilities, as well as the capabilities and amount of time others in the family can be involved in the care of their senior. In an effort to narrow down your search, here is an explanation of some of the different options:

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Home Health Care

Home health care is usually used on a more short-term basis in an effort to help an individual live independently again after an illness or injury. The care may be comprised of physical, occupational and/or speech therapy and is usually administered on a parttime or intermittent basis by a medical professional who comes into your home.

Respite Care

Respite care is a service that companies provide for seniors whose primary caretakers are usually family members. It is temporary, short-term care that can be contained within an assisted living facility or continuing care retirement facility, or eldercare professionals can be hired to come into your home. Respite care is usually utilized when family caretakers need a day off or are going on vacation.

Independent Living

Just as the name suggests, independent living communities/facilities are usually a good choice for seniors who require little or no assistance with daily life. The units may provide optional services for residents, such as housekeeping, laundry and meals. Residents of independent units may have some home health care services provided by in-house staff or an outside agency. The community may or may not provide hospitality or supportive services, but if it does, residents have complete choice as to whether or not they want to participate in those services or programs.

Assisted Living

If an independent living residence doesn’t provide the level of support that is needed, then assisted living may be the best choice. Assisted living provides long-term care that combines housing, support services and health

care. According to the National Survey of Residential Care Facilities, it is “the preferred alternative to nursing home care” and is “the fastest growing long-term option for seniors.” Assisted living facilities will assess residents’ needs when they move in and will reassess any time they have a change in long-term health or physical needs. They will then develop a personalized care plan based on the results of the individual’s assessment. The amenities will vary, but most facilities include meals, housekeeping and laundry services, transportation, 24 hour security, exercise/wellness programs and social and recreational activities. Personal care options usually include emergency call systems in each unit, medication management, access to health and medical services, as well as staff members who will respond to scheduled/unscheduled needs, which usually include help with eating, bathing, dressing, walking and/ or toileting. One local assisted living community, The Georgian Lakeside, which is set to open in North Fulton this spring, will be utilizing state-ofthe-art electronic health records and electronic medication administration records to provide its care staff with detailed schedules, instructions and documentation for the care of each of its residents.

Special Care Units (SCUs)

SCUs are assisted living communities for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia. They usually have additional security measures in place, such as cueing devices or specific architectural features, and they must be licensed by the state to ensure that programming specific to the needs of these residents is being provided. The staff members in SCUs are specially trained to work with individuals who have dementia. However, be sure to double check the specific facility’s acceptance regulations, as some will only accept residents who are in the early stages of the disease. SCUs are *Source: ALFA.org

often housed in a special wing of an assisted living facility.

Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC)

CCRC’s offer all of the different levels of care (independent living, assisted living and nursing home care). Often, there is a long-term agreement/ contract between the resident and the community that offers a continuum of the different levels of living arrangements/care, which is based on the individual’s needs at different stages of his or her life. The housing, services and health care system are usually all on one site and are covered by state regulations in Georgia.

Nursing Homes

Nursing Homes can be a short-term or longer-term residential option. They provide nursing or convalescent care for three or more persons unrelated to the licensee. They treat chronic conditions, or provide convalescent or rehabilitative care. Nursing homes are decidedly less private, but are often necessary following an injury or long illness, where the temporary or longerterm resident requires daily “nursing.” If you notice that your senior family member is having trouble maintaining their home, managing medication, feeding or bathing their self, using the restroom without assistance or if they are having memory loss or other long-term health issues, it may be time to consider one of the above options. For more information on how to find the eldercare option that is right for your loved one’s needs, you can visit N4A.org, or call the National Eldercare Locator by the U.S. Administration on Aging at 800-6771116. Additionally, a handy “Community Review Checklist” can be found on the Assisted Living Federation of America’s website at ALFA.org/alfa/Choosing_a_ Community1.asp. WWW. FAMILYLIFE PUBLICATIONS.COM

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Are You Aware of Electrical

Recalls and Hazards?

By Nick Roper

It seems that quite frequently the news channels will report on items from vehicle manufacturers, car seats and food products being recalled to protect consumers from danger. However, there are a lot more products that could pose an equal or greater danger to you and your family. The electrical components of your home are by far not immune to these recalls, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important for you to keep a regular check on these items to avoid personal injury, fire or explosions within your home. CPSC.gov is a reliable, government sponsored site that lets you sort through countless items. In the past few years, some of the most commonly used items that have

been recalled are Kidde Smoke and Combination Smoke/C02 Alarms, Legrand Under-Cabinet Power Strips and Eaton MBED 3042 series residential meter breaker. In regards to the Smoke and Combination Smoke/ C02 detectors, it was found that the units (originally sold JanuaryJuly, 2014) could fail to alert the occupants of fire or C02 danger. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recommended by manufacturers that these be replaced every 8-10 years, but if you have one of the recalled units, it should be replaced immediately. The Legrand Under-Cabinet Power Strips that were originally sold from February-August, 2011 were manufactured with the electrical wires reversed, which could put the owner at a risk of shock when using it. If you have one of these units, Legrand will issue a refund for your

purchase. The Eaton meter breaker with catalog numbers MBED3042B200BF, MBED3042B200BF6, MBED3042B225PV or MBED3042PV200BF were found to allow too easy of an access point to the components of the meter, also posing a shock hazard to owners. If you have one of these units, a licensed electrician can contact Eaton for you, and Eaton will send a replacement to be installed by the electrician. Please take the time to review the CPSC.gov website to protect your family, and make sure your home is safe. Nick Roper is manager of business development for H&H Electric and Security LLC. 770-735-1136. MyAtlantaElectrician.net

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hrive Senior Living, an innovative force in today’s senior living market, partnering with The Griffin Realty Management Group in California, is proud to call Roswell home to their newest endeavor. The Georgian Lakeside, ‘Assisted living like you’ve never seen before,’ is slated to open in the spring of 2016 and promises to be the premier property of its kind; offering luxury amenities, technological breakthroughs and resort style living. The vision includes constructing the tri-level community perfectly situated on the most tranquil and picturesque, peaceful lake cornering Hardscrabble Road and Woodstock Road. Roswell is fortunate to have Matt Griffin, President of the Southeast division of Griffin Realty as a resident of Roswell and developer of The Georgia Lakeside. He understands what is needed to lift the senior living sector out of the dark ages and is committed to making Roswell a successful flagship community. Thrive Senior Living was founded in 2008 with a mission to transform the traditional assisted living model into a new, fresh, and vibrant senior living experience. In fact, callers to the Thrive Senior Living service center, headquartered at Atlantic Station, are greeted with the message that they are “on a mission to destruct an industry stuck in ancient cultures.” Thrive employs only top professionals in the senior living industry and those who have proven records of excellence from without the industry. They do not have traditional titles or roles. Instead of the normal director of activities, we have a Director of Excitement. They don’t have a nurse supervisor, they have a Registered Nurse who is the Director of Health and Wellness. They pride themselves in providing a holistic approach toward meeting their residents’

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needs. This encourages seniors to maintain an independent lifestyle while providing assistance as little or as much as is needed. Don Clarke, the Executive Director, comes to us with over 20 years of senior living sector experience. A former VP of Operations in the industry, he has opened and successfully overseen operations in more than 18 communities. Having completed postgraduate work at Emory University and Georgia State University, he brings extensive training in gerontology, dementia care and creating connections between assisted living communities with local congregations.

Suzanne Foshee, a resident of Roswell, is the Community Relations Director. Suzanne has fourteen years in sales and marketing, eight of those in senior health care. She brings a special knowledge of hospice care and other transitional aspects of assisted living. She also brings personal experience as a caregiver to numerous loved ones and is known in the industry for treating her residents as though they were family. “I am excited to be a resident of Roswell and see such an amazing opportunity for our older adults. They certainly deserve the best, and I’m blessed to be a representative of this beautiful community and the excellent care we will provide.” Ruth Cantu, Director of First Impressions, has taught elementary and

high school Spanish and has spent time in the advertising and newspaper sectors. She skillfully transferred her marketing and sales savvy, attention to detail and consummate knowledge of customer service to the senior living industry almost five years ago. Her dedication to brightening each and everyone’s day is what makes Ruth the best fit for the Director of First Impressions. Under her direction, The Georgian Lakeside community will be the standard in the Roswell area. The Georgian Lakeside is proud to offer private living suites with accommodations for both independent/ assisted living and memory care. The Georgian Lakeside is truly a unique technological experience for our special aging population. The leadership team is poised to meet the needs of our local seniors and their families. “We are leading the industry and changing the way we deliver healthy living solutions for our seniors. My team is committed to excellence in the services we provide and integrity in how we provide them.” said Don Clarke, Executive Director. The Georgian Lakeside Welcome Center is located in the Super Target Center just across the street from the actual construction site on Hardscrabble Road, Suite 501. Roswell residents and their families are encouraged to stop by for more information. Winter events will include Terrific Tuesdays: a complimentary brunch prior to a questions and answers exchange between guests and team members and Fantastic Fridays: serving complimentary lunch and the opportunity to meet senior housing advisors who can assure smooth transitions into the community.

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101 Fun Things to Do in Retirement: An Irreverent, Outrageous, Funny Guide to Life after Work

After a lifetime of working, scrimping and saving, you have crossed the finish line into retirement. Free of bosses, timetables and long commutes, you have an exciting world waiting for you. With twenty, thirty, even a possible forty years of freedom before you, how do you choose what to do with the rest of your life? Stella Rheingold’s 101 Fun Things to Do in Retirement: An Irreverent, Outrageous, Funny Guide to Life after Work offers ideas ranging from the arts to extreme sports. No money? No problem! Rheingold suggests many alternative budget options.

This is an upbeat, hilarious, unconventional take on retirement. You have the freedom to do anything you want, so get out there and buck convention. Want to get into art? Throw paint at a canvas. Explore street art. Do you have minimal finances? Don’t worry. Some charcoal and paper will have you up and running, and you can find free online art classes. Not into the arts? Take up carpentry or mechanics. Start a club or meet-up group. Whatever you choose to do, Rheingold writes, “if your kids aren’t worried about what you are up to, then you’re probably not doing it right!” Sometimes we need permission to live a little, and Rheingold gives you carte blanche to follow your dreams. I’m in my forties, and I found this book

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chock-full of motivating ideas. Why wait until retirement? I plan to start now! Beneath the humor lies excellent suggestions and nuggets of truth, but be forewarned, this book is not for the easily offended. Whether you’re a little bit country or a little bit rock and roll, there’s something in this book for everyone. Hmm, maybe I’ll take up extreme ironing.

101 Fun Things to Do in Retirement is available on Amazon in both paperback and Kindle formats.

Amanda Wiggins is part of the team at Jera Publishing, your one-stop selfpublishing shop, located in Roswell. 770-642-6400. JeraPublishing.com

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Taking Patient Care from

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r. Brian Harley is dedicated to providing the highest quality of foot and ankle care possible. He is passionate about his work, which includes the diagnosis, treatment and management of disorders and injuries of the foot and ankle. Alpharetta Foot and Ankle Specialists, Dr. Harley’s practice, is part of the Northside Hospital system, one of the most highly respected healthcare organizations in the nation.

Dr. Harley received his medical education at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine and UCLA, with a fellowship in Ilizarov Advanced External Fixation in Kurgan, Russia. “We have advanced training to treat anything below the knee,” he says. “Ours is a well-rounded practice with a vast scope of capabilities.” Dr. Harley is a double board-certified expert in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery with over ten years of experience in the Atlanta area, and offers a range of surgical services including ankle arthroscopy, ankle joint replacement, foot and ankle fracture repair, and tendon transfers—everything from complex deformities to severe accidents—to return his patients’ feet and ankles to a highly functional level and restore their quality of life. He also treats sports injuries, diabetic ulcers, tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, bunion and hammertoe deformities, sprains and strains, and provides overall general foot and ankle care. “We are so fortunate to be affiliated with Northside Hospital,” Dr. Harley says. “They are constantly expanding and attracting the best doctors in the area. The whole team works diligently to do the right thing for each patient. We are able

to spend more time with patients, effectively communicate with them, and provide the best care available. At Alpharetta Foot and Ankle Specialists, we emphasize effective communication with each patient in order to ensure that there is an understanding of what they have, why they have it, and how I can best help them. I feel that it is paramount for doctors to spend as much time with each patient as needed, in order to ensure that understanding. I have designed our schedule to allow for prompt appointments, with enough time to properly treat every individual.” In addition to his busy practice, Dr. Harley travels the U.S. teaching other doctors how to perform procedures in which the tissue is either injected in the form of fluid or applied as a matrix onto the wound or surgical site. Dr. Harley performs minimally invasive and cutting-edge techniques involving regenerative healing, where naturally harvested human placental tissue is used for healing of surgical procedures or wounds.

This technology was originally used in ophthalmic applications, where minimization of scar tissue is crucial for proper vision. Its value is now recognized in a broad spectrum of medical applications. “We are still exploring different ways to use it, but it is far from being experimental,” Dr. Harley says. “There is vast potential for improved quality of life in patients fortunate enough to receive treatment involving this technique.” Dr. Harley provides the best in foot and ankle care to the Alpharetta area. “Although we are skilled at surgical intervention,” Dr. Harley says, “we want what is best for each patient, and we exhaust more conservative measures before recommending surgery. No patient should feel pressured into surgery. Many of our patients come from all over Atlanta for second opinions, and to not only seek better understanding of their condition, but to also understand the possible surgical implications.” Whatever treatment is ultimately recommended, patients can be sure that at Alpharetta Foot and Ankle Specialists, they will receive the highest caliber of care available anywhere.

“Placental tissue contains no blood products, so there’s no danger of rejection,” Dr. Harley says. “The tissue has no agents which could transfer genetic anomalies like high blood pressure or other negative qualities; instead, it enables the body to heal faster, with substantially less pain and inflammation, resulting in the use of fewer medications and faster recovery.” And it helps the body use its innate, 3400-A Old Milton Parkway, Suite 500 resilient healing properties Alpharetta, Georgia 30005 in a more efficient manner. www.alpharettafootandankle.com “Once the healing process Phone (770)667-4410 has completed, there are no Fax (770)667-4411 remnants of the placental tissue. It is completely dissolved,” he says. WWW. FAMILYLIFE PUBLICATIONS.COM

A Heart Healthy Diet By Northside Hospital

The body’s relationship with food can be one of friendship or one of conflict — especially when it comes to your health. Just because something tastes good, doesn’t mean your body will appreciate it later. What you eat can directly impact your risk for heart disease and other health complications. By making the right choices at the dinner table, you can improve your cholesterol levels and maintain a healthy weight, helping you have a healthier heart. Eat whole grains, fruits and vegetables, low-fat dairy products, nuts, lean meats and fatty fish at least twice a week, which are all good for the heart. Oils with high levels of mono-unsaturated fats, such as olive oil and peanut oil, are also a healthy addition to your diet. Flavonoids may help protect artery walls from heart disease and stroke, as well as help lower blood pressure. They are found in fruits, tea and soybeans. Limit foods with trans-fat and saturated fat, such as dairy and meat products that are high in fat and margarine. Many processed foods have trans-fat. Look at the nutrition labels when buying food so you know exactly what you’ll be consuming. Avoid foods that list “hydrogenated” and “partially hydrogenated” ingredients. Fiber can reduce your risk of heart disease. Sources of fiber include whole grain pasta, fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds. Set a goal to eat 20-35 grams of dietary fiber per day, then work to gradually achieve that goal. Make sure you drink plenty of water, too, as that helps fiber do its work.

Dining Out:

Eat Thi

Instead of: Cream and cheese-based soups Try: Broth-based soups, such as minestrone

Not Tha

Instead of: White bread with butter Try: Whole wheat bread dipped in olive oil

Every once in a while, most of us love to let someone else do the cooking. Here are some healthier options to try when in a restaurant.

Instead of: Pasta with cream, cheese or red meat sauce Try: Pasta with marinara sauce and grilled chicken

Instead of: Steak with mashed potatoes and deep fried onions Try: Broiled fish with steamed vegetables

Instead of: Crème brûlée with berries Try: Fresh seasonal berries with a dollop of nonfat whipped cream

Instead of: Flourless chocolate cake Try: Fresh fruit sorbet

Northside Hospital has been recognized by some of the nation’s leading health care organizations for providing a high level of expertise in treating patients with chest pain, heart attack symptoms, heart failure and stroke. For more information about how you can be heart healthy, visit Northside.com/heartandvascular.

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- Ingredients -

Savory Teriyaki 1 tablespoon sesame oil ¼ cup minced garlic ½ cup yellow onion, finely diced 1 cup soy sauce 2 cups Coca-Cola 1 tablespoon Sambal Oelek ¼ cup cornstarch slurry

Bowl of Brussels 1 quart Brussels sprouts, stemmed and halved 1 cup carrots, Julienned ½ cup crispy rice noodles ½ cup Macadamia nuts, toasted and chopped ½ cup cilantro and basil, torn 2 oz. Savory Teriyaki Sauce

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In a small pot, heat the sesame oil, onions and garlic, and cook until the onions are translucent. Stir in the soy sauce and Coca-Cola, and reduce by 25%. Add the Sambal Oelek and cornstarch slurry, and cook until thickened. Puree the mix with an immersion blender, and reserve for later use. Set a deep fryer to 350 degrees, and cook the Brussels sprouts until golden brown and tender. Toss the sprouts, rice noodles, carrots and Savory Teriyaki together in a mixing bowl. Place in a deep-sided, ceramic dish, top with the cilantro, basil, and finish with the chopped Macadamia nuts.

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Why Should We Remember

the Sabbath? By Kevin Head, Ph.D. Our family recently returned from a few days of vacation. It was a wonderful change of pace and a nice way to rejuvenate from the busy holiday season. We played games, shared some fun recreational activities and just relaxed. It was a time we all needed. In some ways, you could call our vacation a “Sabbath.” Though we usually think of the Sabbath as a day of worship, which it is, a Sabbath is also a time of rest and rejuvenation. The word “Sabbath” is the root word for sabbatical, which means “a break or change from normal routine.” The concept derives from the beginning of scripture, where we read in Genesis

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2:2-3, “By the seventh day, God finished the work; so on the seventh day He rested. And God blessed the seventh day and made it holy.” For Christians, Sunday is set aside as a “Sabbath” day—a day of worship and also rest and rejuvenation. Traditionally, Christians have emphasized the need to make this day different from every other day of the week. But it seems to me that over time, the “different-ness” of Sunday has slowly disappeared. In today’s world, Sunday seems to be just another day. I wonder what we miss because Sunday is not very different. “Remember the Sabbath day and keep it holy.” That commandment is not some random idea intended to impose unnecessary restrictions on us. Instead, this commandment helps us keep our sanity. We need a day of rest. Think of it this way—if God needed to rest after six days of work, how much

more do we need such a day? What happens to us when Sunday becomes just another day? Could it be that our stress levels skyrocket, our blood pressures increase, our hearts become heavy and tired, and our spirits are weary and worn? What might happen if we intentionally made Sunday a very different day? I can tell you that my perspective on life is different, and actually much better, because of our family’s brief “sabbatical” vacation. Wouldn’t it be great to have an intentional sabbatical every week? Blessings, Kevin

Dr. Kevin Head is interim pastor of First Baptist Roswell. 770-587-6980. KHead@FBRoswell.org

Don’t Go Into a Frenzy in February A string of nice days in February can ignite spring fever in homeowners. The nurseries and garden departments burst with plants and products, guaranteed to produce lush growth. Don’t allow the nice weather and plethora of products and plants to prompt untimely and expensive mistakes. Do not set out tender annuals/vegetables in February. Sowing and germinating seeds indoors later in the month can save money and provides plants to set out as soon as there’s no danger of frost. Pre-emergent should be applied this month, but wait until the Forsythia bloom to ensure the timing is right. Planting should be limited to hardy perennials, shrubs and groundcovers.

By Lisa Ethridge Fertilizing is an important part of landscape maintenance that can cause confusion for the homeowner. When dealing with landscape ornamentals, one also needs to know WHEN to fertilize; timing is everything. It’s important to know which plants in your yard are spring-blooming and which are summer-blooming. The purpose of fertilizer is to encourage growth of plant vegetation. Springblooming plants should be fertilized immediately after they bloom. Summer-flowering shrubs, like Crape Myrtle and Vitex, should be fertilized as the weather warms to encourage bloom production. Late February or early March is a great time to fertilize the summer bloomers.

Fertilizing at the wrong time can be detrimental to the plant. Spring-flowering and deciduous plants and vines do best when fertilized after they bloom in the spring. Use a 15-15-15 fertilizer. Camellia, Azalea and evergreens need a special acid fertilizer. Use about ½ lb. per 3’ of the shrub’s height before pruning. Distribute the fertilizer evenly on all sides. More is NOT better. When the crystals dissolve, the benefit is gone. Don’t apply fertilizer to all the plants in your yard on one day.

Lisa Ethridge is a certified master gardener with North Fulton Master Gardeners, part of the UGA Cooperative Extension Service. 404-613-7670. NFMG.net

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other Teresa once said, “The greatest disease in the west is not TB or leprosy. It is being unwanted, uncared for, and unloved.” In America, you don’t have to go far before you find someone who is in desperate need of love. Communities have been crushed by the addiction of drugs. Thousands of people sleep in the streets because they are without a home. Women and children cry themselves to sleep at night because they have been sexually exploited all day. The need for love becomes more and more apparent when seeing the absence of it. What if it was possible to put more love in the world? Could we create real change to today’s social issues? Could we start a movement that would change the world?

Could we, through love in action, change the reality of so many living without it? Project Live Love was born as an attempt to answer these questions with a “Yes!” Project Live Love is a non-profit organization designed to influence culture through love in action, by engaging, networking and mobilizing people who are motivated by love. They create space for individuals, organizations, and communities to come together to LIVE LOVE through meeting specific community needs by providing hands-on opportunities to put love in action. They partner with individuals, corporations, social organizations, churches, and schools that desire to put their love in motion, and they provide opportunities for them to do so by creating programs and projects that are based on local community needs and collecting projects from various 501(c)3 organizations that work

on today’s social issues. Some of Live Love’s ongoing projects include their THREE-OH-WE-GO program and their GET SET program. THREE-OH-WE-GO gathers volunteers every night the temperature drops below freezing from November through March. On GO-Nights, their team of volunteers assemble together at 9:00 pm at Safehouse Outreach, 89 Ellis Street, NE Atlanta, GA 30303. From there, they divide up routes and supplies, then take to the streets with hand warmers, blankets, winter items and LOVE. Their hope is to help those they encounter to make it through the night warm and safe. Project Live Love’s GET SET is a job training program designed to offer homeless veterans numerous opportunities to “GET SET” for employment, growth and advancement in Atlanta’s thriving industries. They currently have two tracks to the GET SET Job Program. Students can join the Hospitality/ Restaurant Worker track or the IT Quality Assurance (QA) track. If you are interested in partnering, donating or volunteering with Project Live Love, or for more information, please visit ProjectLiveLove.com, or call 404-664-8095.

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ArtistProfile BY NATALIE DEL VALLE

eginning when he was only 13 years old, Bill Moore discovered his talent for working with wood. After 71 years of fine tuning his talent, he can now turn old pieces of wood into stunning furniture. Bill Moore was born in a small town in Alabama, and he lived in the Chicago area for 25 years before moving to

Georgia in 2002. He started working with wood in the 7th grade when he took an industrial arts class at his school. That’s when he discovered his passion for woodworking. “I was given a saw and a planer and some wood,” he says. With these materials and basic tools, he created a footstool, a set of bookends and a hanging shelf. From that day on, he was hooked. Amazingly, other than his 7th grade class, Bill is completely self-taught. He uses several types of wood, including black walnut, maple, oak and cherry. He looks for pieces of wood according to the beauty of the lumber. “Just recently, I came across a scrap in the lumberyard. It was a

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Artistic Woodworking for More Than 7 Decades nice piece of black walnut. I bought it, and I turned it into a bench and table,” he explains. Even now, Bill only uses standard woodworking tools like saws, hammers, sanders and a lathe to create his pieces. Among his creations are shelves, bed frames and cradles. One piece of work he created years ago is now an heirloom in his family. “I made a cradle for my son when he was a newborn, and his sibling also used it. Now my son’s children have used it, and my great-grandchildren will use it in the future,” he says. Bill has created several memorable projects. “It’s hard to say which has been the most memorable. I’ve enjoyed all the pieces I’ve created,” he says, “but one of my favorites has to be a casual black walnut table.” He loves being able to envision what he can make from the wood and then

bring his vision to reality. He’s been selling his hand-crafted furniture for about 25 years, but in the last 10 years, he has doubled his effort in selling his work. Bill is constantly working on new pieces to sell between two different galleries. “I’m currently working on a half dozen different pieces,” he says. It usually takes him about 2-3 weeks to create a piece from start to finish. He takes pride in the finish, or the protective glaze that he uses on his pieces. “I take my time and sand my work down super smooth before putting on the finish,” he explains. Although he mostly focuses on creating pieces for the galleries, he also occasionally takes part in art and craft shows. To view his work or inquire about a custom piece, visit the Ann Art Gallery in Canton or the Westside Market in Atlanta.

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