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October 2019
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Woodstock Pediatric Medicine
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Soup’s On! Savory Fall Recipes
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Add Pansies for a POP of Winter Color By Joshua Fuder [HomeLife] If you are looking to keep some vibrancy in your landscape during the winter, look no further than pansies. Pansies are a remarkable cool season annual that can take all that winter throws at them. Growing pansies is easy if you adhere to the following steps.
Plant Selection With over 300 varieties of pansies, a wide array of colors, petal shapes, and textures can be found. Plant quality at the time of purchase is extremely important. Make sure plants have deep green foliage and are free of insects and diseases. Avoid overgrown, leggy plants or plants that are root-bound. Pull a few pansies out of their containers to inspect their roots, which should look like an abundance of white fibers.
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Planting Planting time is critical, and it will vary across the state (sometimes from year to year) based on temperature. Pansies do best in soil temperatures between 45° and 65° F, which is generally between midSeptember and early October. Pansies must have well-drained soil. They cannot tolerate wet feet. When planting a new bed or revitalizing existing beds, it is best to incorporate compost or soil conditioner to 25% by volume. An elevated bed will help with drainage as well as showcase these compact plants. Pansies prefer a pH between 5.4 to 5.8, so avoid liming unless a soil test indicates a need. Spacing of at least 8 inches will allow plants to grow without becoming crowded, which can lead to disease and insect problems.
After Planting Immediately after planting, the soil should be thoroughly watered to remove air pockets around roots. A water-soluble fertilizer should also be applied during the first watering. Organic mulches like pine straw or wood chips should be spread to a depth of 2-4 inches over the entire bed. Fertilize plants with nitrate forms of nitrogen every two weeks in liquid form or every 4-5 weeks if using granular fertilizers. Pansies tolerate the cold very well, but it is good to have some pine straw on hand to cover plants if temperatures are expected to get below 20° F with wind.
Joshua Fuder is an agriculture and natural resources agent at the UGA Cooperative Extension Cherokee County. 770-721-7830. CAES.UGA. edu/extension/cherokee
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Little Shop of Horrors — Enjoy this classic horror comedy rock musical by composer Alan Menken and writer Howard Ashman about Seymour, a hapless florist shop worker striving to make his life better and impress his coworker crush, Audrey. Fridays and Saturdays 7:30pm, Sundays 2:30pm, City Center Auditorium, 8534 Main Street, Woodstock. 678-494-4251. ElmStreetArts.org
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Scarecrow Invasion — As you drive down Main Street this month, you will be welcomed by dozens of scarecrows lining the way. Each year, citizens and local businesses present straw people in a variety of designs that are sure to delight. Vote for your favorite scarecrow at the Woodstock Visitors Center, 8588 Main Street, Woodstock. Each vote costs $1; proceeds benefit INSeason, the IN WDSTK design committee that creates
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Friday Night Live — Thanks to the extended hours during this fun event, everyone has a chance to explore the variety of shops downtown. Events and live music at various locations create a street-party style atmosphere. 6:009:00pm, downtown Woodstock. 770-5926056. VisitWoodstockGa.com
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Next Step Ministries’ Run, Walk, or Roll 5K and Fun Run — Presented by PowerSecure, this race is a Peachtree qualifier/USATF certified event. By supporting this event, participants help Next Step Ministries further its mission of providing life-changing services to exceptional individuals with cognitive and physical challenges through programs that reinforce their inclusive place in society. 7:00am, First Baptist Church Woodstock, 11905 Highway 92, Woodstock. Active.com/ woodstock-ga/running/distance-runningraces/run-walk-or-roll-5k-2019
Creative Problem-Solvers — Every first and third Tuesday of the month, meet up with this gathering of local entrepreneurs and innovators dedicated to crowdsourcing solutions to their business problems in a community brain trust rather than alone. 7:00-8:30am, The Circuit, 1 Innovation Way, Woodstock. 770-345-0600. CircuitWoodstock.com
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Touch-a-Truck — This FREE event gives children the chance to put their imaginations in gear and go! Kids can get behind the wheel of their favorite vehicles, learn from their operators, and meet some of their hometown heroes. 10:00am2:00pm, Cherokee Veterans Park, 7345 Cumming Highway, Canton. 770-924-7768. LCollett@cherokeega.com. CRPA.net
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16th Annual Autumn Fest — Join the City of Holly Springs in welcoming fall. During this FREE family event, Barrett Park will be filled with more than 80 arts and crafts vendors, an entertainment stage featuring local dance and vocal groups, a free kids’ zone with games and activities, and food trucks. 10:00am-5:00pm, Barrett Park, 120 Park Lane, Holly Springs. 770-345-5536. HollySpringsGa.us
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Elm Street Arts Lantern Series Presents the Gina Furtado Project — Through innovative musicianship and songwriting, Gina Furtado makes a new musical statement that’s influenced by emotion, is played with the highest skill, and expresses an enormous verve and
Alzheimer’s Caregiver Meeting — Meet up with fellow caregivers of Alzheimer’s patients on the second Thursday of each month for support and to learn caregiving strategies. 11:00am, Little River United Methodist Church, 12455 Highway 92, Woodstock. Fritz Kupsky 678-471-6676 or Rich Seibert 770-712-2961.
October Is Learn About Mental Health Month — Lately, mental health and wellbeing have become an important topic in the U.S. Help raise awareness for others by educating yourself on the conditions that those with mental disorders live with. A little understanding can go a long way towards helping these individuals.
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vitality. 7:30-9:30pm, Elm Street Event Green, 113 Elm Street, Woodstock. 678494-4251. ElmStreetArts.org
times. FoxTale Book Shoppe, 105 E. Main Street, Suite 138, Woodstock. 770-5169989. FoxTaleBookShoppe.com
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Georgia Clay Council Exhibit — Enjoy works created by local artists in this unique medium. A kick-off reception will be held on 10/5 from 2:00-4:00pm. Tuesday-Friday 11:00am-5:00pm and Saturday 12:005:00pm, Cherokee Arts Center, 94 North Street, Canton. 770-704-6244. CherokeeArts.org
Encompass Ministries Presents A Night on the Town —Enjoy a silent auction and live music by the Andrews Brothers Dueling Pianos. Event benefits Papa’s Pantry/Encompass Ministries. Tickets are $100 per couple. 6:3010:00pm, Northside Cherokee Hospital Conference Center at the Bluffs, 1130 Bluffs Parkway, Canton. 770-591-4730. PapasPantry.org
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iThink Improv — Attend this live improv comedy show for a hilarious, fun time (rated PG). 8:00pm, Elm Street Cultural Arts Village, 8534 Main Street, Woodstock. 678-494-4251. ElmStreetArts.org
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Author Events — Bestselling authors in various book genres will present their latest releases. Check the website for author names, book titles, and event
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Blankets Creek 3 and 6 Hour Mountain Bike Race — The race course will be approximately 6.5 miles and cover a portion of the Dwelling Trail, including the new Flow Trail as well as a portion of the Van Michael Trail (VMT Race
AMPED in the Park — This monthly fitness series is presented by Woodstock Parks and Recreation and a local fitness partner. Every first Saturday morning of the month through November, join friends and neighbors for an hour-long fitness class featuring aerobics on the lawn, running stairs, yoga, you name it! 8:00am, Northside Hospital Cherokee Amphitheater, 101 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock. 770517-6788. WoodstockGa.gov
Rehearsals are every Thursday. 2:00pm, First Baptist Woodstock, 11905 Highway 92, Woodstock. SWCB.org
Southern Winds Concert Band Wants YOU! — Southern Winds is a community band for adult musicians (45+) of all skill levels. No audition is required. Just bring your instrument and sit in on a rehearsal.
Detachment 1311 — Every third Saturday of the month, veterans plan programs that benefit the community as well as help fellow Marines cope with situations that may arise in their lives.
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Cut, minus the Kevorkian Section and 420 Climb). None of the South Loop will be used in the 2019 event. Laps have been shortened to allow racers to complete more laps of the course in the six-hour time limit as well as add to the fun factor by having riders hit the Dwelling Flow Trail each lap. 7:00-9:30am registration, 10:00am start, 1:30pm awards ceremony for the three-hour race, and 4:10pm awards ceremony for the sixhour race, Blankets Creek Mountain Bike Trail, 2125 Sixes Road, Canton. MountainGoatAdventures.com/ blankets6hour
Papa’s Pantry Volunteer With Your Kids — Volunteer with your kids on the second Saturday of every month. Space is limited, and pre-registry is available. 9:30-11:00am, Papa’s Pantry, 6551 Commerce Parkway, Woodstock. 770591-4730. PapasPantry.org
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The Woodstock Detachment #1311 is chartered as a subsidiary organization of the Marine Corps League. 9:00am, Semper Fi Bar and Grille, 9770 Main Street, Woodstock. 770-672-0026. Facebook.com/MCLWoodstock IN Season Committee Meeting — On the third Thursday of each month, this committee creates projects that help activate and beautify the Woodstock community. Plantings, seasonal decor, tactical urbanism, and engagement events are discussed. 6:00-7:00pm, IN WDSTK office, 1 Innovation Way, Woodstock. 770592-6056. InWDSTK.org/events
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Georgia Zombie Fest Presents The Park After Dark — This year’s Cherokee FOCUS annual fundraiser will build on the ever-popular Zombie Fest 5K Walk, Run, Creep, or Crawl and 1 mile Fun Run by including the exciting Zombie Response Unit Show, a costume contest, and live music. 5:30-9:00pm, Etowah River Park, 600 Brown Industrial Parkway, Canton. 770-345-5483. GeorgiaZombieFest.com
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Fire Station 14 Open House — Enjoy fire truck displays, firefighter drills, tours, live extrication demonstrations, free lunch, bounce houses, and a hose line experience for the kids. 10:00am-2:00pm, Station 14, 225 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock. WoodstockParksAndRec.com
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CCWSA’s Annual River Clean-Ups — Give back to the community during
ONGOING Free CPR/AED Certification Class — On the last Saturday of each month, this fundraiser benefits the Hickory Flat Volunteer Association. Donations are appreciated ($75 value). Preregistration is required. 9:00am-12:00pm, Cherokee County Fire Station 23, 7625 Vaughn Road, Canton. 770-406-6657. HFVA.org/ Class-Registration.php Morning INfluence — On the last Friday of the month, breakfast is served! Enjoy this monthly morning networking event, which includes a brief presentation that focuses on updates given by greater Woodstock or Cherokee County officials on important
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CCWSA’s Annual River Clean-Ups. Participants enjoy coffee and breakfast before the clean-up, water and snacks during the clean-up, and lunch afterwards. Please wear old shoes, clothes, and heavy work gloves. Plastic gloves will be provided, but heavy gloves are recommended for pulling and carrying larger items. A limited supply of Rivers Alive 2019 T-shirts will be available. No registration required. 10/12 Little River Clean-Up, 9:00am-1:00pm, Olde Rope Mill Park, 690 Olde Rope Mill Park Road, Woodstock. 10/26 Etowah River Clean Up, 9:00am-1:00pm, Upper Etowah River Alliance Office, 180 McClure Street, Canton. 770-479-1813 x246. CCWSA. com/river-clean-up
issues or services offered that affect the community. 8:00-9:00am, Chambers at City Center, 8534 Main Street, Woodstock. 770-592-6056. InWDSTK.org/ events Business Accounting for Beginners — Every third Friday of the month, this interactive monthly meetup gathers to educate, inform, and encourage busy entrepreneurs on best accounting practices. 11:00am-12:00pm, The Circuit, 1 Innovation Way, Woodstock. 770-345-0600. CircuitWoodstock.com
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CCAC SPLISH SPLASH Camp — Camp includes lots of pool fun, arts and crafts, off-site field trips, and more! To attend camp, children must be able to pass a 25-yard, deep water swim test with no assistance. 7:309:00am drop off, 9:00am-4:00pm camp activities, 4:00-6:00pm pick-up, Cherokee County Aquatic Center, 1200 Wellstar Way, Canton. 678-880-4760. CRPA.net
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Portrait Drawing — Learn how to draw portraits in this creative class. 9:00am4:00pm, Cherokee Arts Center, 94 North Street, Canton. Please call or visit the website for pricing and info. 770-7046244. CherokeeArts.org
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Volunteer Aging Council (VAC) Fundraising Luncheon — Support VAC programs and get a wonderful lunch for only $5. Bring a friend, coworker, family member, or yourself, and enjoy a tasty lunch while supporting the seniors and veterans of Cherokee County. Stay and eat, or pick up and go. RSVP the location, so the amazing chefs can be prepared for all who come to support. 11:30am-1:00pm, Waterford at Hidden Lake, 3100 Hidden Valley Drive, Canton. VAC-CherokeeGa.org
Women Who Code — Every fourth Wednesday of the month, all experience levels and languages are welcome. This is a great place to dedicate quality time to learn a new language or work on a project. 6:00-8:00pm, The Circuit, 1 Innovation Way, Woodstock. 770-3450600. CircuitWoodstock.com Woodstock WordPress Meetup — Every first and third Wednesday of the month, meet up with fellow business professionals to discuss this popular internet tool. 11:30am1:00pm, The Circuit, 1 Innovation Way, Woodstock. 770-345-0600. CircuitWoodstock.com
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Gardener’s Seminar — The UGA Master Gardener Extension volunteers of Cherokee County present “Tree & Shrub Selection & Planting.” Selection is just as important as planting when it comes to trees and shrubs. 10:30am, Rose Creek Library, 4476 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock. 770721-7803. CherokeeMasterGardenersInc. WildApricot.org
Clubhouse, 800 Woodlands Parkway, Woodstock. 678-445-2441.
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Mastermind — This quarterly series of learning opportunities offered to IN WDSTK investors provides information and idea sharing for business leaders. If you are not currently an investor, please register as a guest. 8:009:30am, The Chambers at City Center, 8534 Main Street, Woodstock. 770-5926056. InWDSTK.org/events
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6th Annual Art on the Green — Local artists around north Georgia will gather to display paintings, mixed media, photography, handcrafted jewelry, and eccentric gifts. The event will also feature live acoustic music, free art and food demos, food trucks, and a kids’ area. 9:00am-5:00pm, Elm Street Event Green, 113 Elm Street, Woodstock. 678-494-4251. ElmStreetArts.org
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Woodlands Fall Festival — Check out local vendors and small businesses, food trucks, music, a raffle, and children’s activities (bounce houses, games, crafts, face painting, and a petting zoo). This FREE event is open to everyone. 11:00am-3:00pm, Woodlands
YPOW AM — Each Thursday morning, join Young Professionals of Woodstock for coffee and networking. 7:00am, Copper Coin Coffee, 400 Chambers Street, Woodstock. 770-592-6056. InWDSTK.org/events 1 Million Cups — The first and third Wednesday of the month, attend this FREE, nationwide program designed to educate, engage, and accelerate early-stage startups. The notion is that entrepreneurs can discover solutions and thrive when they collaborate over a million cups of coffee. Drop in on this community of innovators to connect with and support local startups. 9:00-
Breathe Better Cherokee — Pulmonary experts will offer no-cost lung function testing and blood pressure screenings, as well as a wide array of interactive and educational resources to learn more about lung health, smoking cessation, pulmonary rehabilitation, and chronic pulmonary obstructive disease (COPD). Flu vaccines also will be available at no cost to the first 100 who register. 3:007:00pm, Northside Hospital Cherokee, 450 Northside Cherokee Boulevard, Canton. 404-845-5555. Northside.com
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Halloween Hiking Scavenger Hunt — Wear your costumes and bring
your flashlights for this Halloween-themed scavenger hunt at night! 6:30pm, Lewis Park, 200 E. Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock. 770-924-7768. CRPA.net
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Watercolor Workshop — Perfect your watercolor painting technique in this fun class. 1:00-4:00pm, Cherokee Arts Center, 94 North Street, Canton. 770704-6244. CherokeeArts.org
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KidsFest — Younger ghouls and goblins enjoy Halloween trickor-treat activities including a moonwalk, DJ Ronnie, Tim the Magician, Adam the Juggler, games, the ever-popular stringed apple and pumpkin bowling games, face painting, a costume contest, and candy give-away. Costume contest begins at 7:00pm in front of the stage. Trophies and prizes for the funniest, scariest, cutest, and best costume. Vote for your favorite pet costume, too! 3:00-8:00pm, Northside Hospital Cherokee Amphitheater, 101 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock. 770-592-6000 x1592. WoodstockParksAndRec.com
10:00am, the first Wednesday is at The Circuit, 1 Innovation Way, Woodstock; check the online schedule for the location of the third Wednesday, which changes monthly. InWDSTK.org/events Square Dancing — On the second and fourth Friday of each month, enjoy square dancing with the Cherokee Squares. 8:00-10:00pm, Woodstock Jaycee Hall, 216 Rope Mill Road, Woodstock. 404-408-3180 or 901-3375330. CherokeeSquares.com
Woodstock Farm Fresh Market — Each Saturday through December, 8:30am-12:00pm, Market Street, Woodstock. 770-924-0406. VisitWoodstockGa.com [continued on page 12]
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LIBRARY EVENTS SequoyahRegionalLibrary.org HICKORY FLAT 2740 East Cherokee Drive, Canton, 770-345-7565 ROSE CREEK 4476 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock, 770-591-1491 WOODSTOCK 7735 Main Street, Woodstock, 770-926-5859 HARRY POTTER POTIONS CLASS October 14, 5:00pm, Woodstock Dive into a Harry Potter potions class using essential oils. This is for teens in grades 6-12. Registration is required. TEEN MANGA CLUB October 15, 5:00pm, Hickory Flat Read and discuss different manga series and related topics, draw characters, and compete in manga/anime-inspired group games. This is for teens in grades 6-12.
MUSIC & MOVES October 16, 10:30am, Hickory Flat Get moving and grooving! This program incorporates scarf play, music, gross motor skills, and storytelling in one action-packed hour. Children must be accompanied by an adult. TEEN PUMPKIN DECORATING October 22, 6:00pm, Rose Creek Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to the library to decorate pumpkins. A STAR WARS HALLOWEEN October 24, 4:30pm, Rose Creek Celebrate Halloween with Star Wars games, crafts, and snacks! Costumes are encouraged. HALLOWEEN AT HOGWARTS October 24, 6:30pm, Woodstock Celebrate Halloween Harry Potter style! Participants will be sorted into a Hogwarts house, make crafts, and play games. This is for all ages.
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Friday Night Live — Thanks to the extended hours during this fun event, everyone has a chance to explore the variety of shops downtown. Events and live music at various locations create a streetparty style atmosphere. 6:00-9:00pm, downtown Woodstock. 770-592-6056. VisitWoodstockGa.com
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2nd Annual Reformation Brewery 5K & Party — Proceeds for the 5K support Greenprints Alliance. Enjoy finisher medals, a commemorative glass, a beer garden, live music, two 12oz beers (ages 21+), hot food, and awesome raffle prizes. T-shirts guaranteed for online registrants only. While supplies last if signing up in person. 9:00am-12:00pm, downtown Woodstock/Noonday Trail. 678-341-0828. Facebook.com/ ReformationBrewery
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Great Pumpkin Fest 5K — Sign up for this fun fall race that benefits Papa’s Pantry/Encompass Ministries. Awesome race shirts, an over-thetop finish line festival, and awards to the overall M/F, masters M/F, grand masters M/F, senior masters M/F, as well as the top three in all the usual age groups 10 & under - 75+. 9:00am, Cherokee Veterans Park, 7345 Cumming Highway, Canton. RunSignUp.com/Race/GA/Canton/ TheGreatPumpkinFest5K
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The Great Pumpkin Fest — Enjoy this FREE family festival, featuring children’s activities, a petting zoo, food trucks, a craft show, and a DJ. Bring your old pumpkin to launch from a trebuchet. Helicopter rides will be available for an additional fee. 10:00am-2:00pm, Cherokee Veterans Park, 7345 Cumming Highway, Canton. 770-924-7768. CRPA.net
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Woodstock Notes
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No Election for Woodstock
Photo courtesy of Darleen Prem
By Rhonda Pezzello
(L-R) Council Member Warren Johnson, Ward 1; Council Member David Potts, Ward 2; Council Member Colin Ake, Ward 3; Mayor Donnie Henriques; Council Member Tracy Collins, Ward 4; Council Member Brian Wolfe, Ward 5; and Council Member Rob Usher, Ward 6.
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he City of Woodstock mayor and council serve four-year terms with staggered elections. Staggered elections mean that the mayor and council seats for Wards 1, 3, and 5 are elected in one election cycle, and council seats for Wards 2, 4, and 6 are elected during the next election cycle. Municipal elections are held in odd-numbered years, two years apart. This year is the election cycle for Council Member David Potts, Ward 2; Council Member Tracy Collins, Ward 4; and Council Member Rob Usher, Ward 6. Each of their terms expire December 31, 2019. The Municipal General Election to fill these
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seats was scheduled to be held November 5, 2019. However, no candidates registered during the qualifying period held the third week of August, which means the three incumbents seeking reelection had no opponents.
Woodstock’s next election will be held in 2021 when terms expire for Mayor Donnie Henriques; Council Member Warren Johnson, Ward 1; Council Member Colin Ake, Ward 3; and Council Member Brian Wolfe, Ward 5.
Therefore, the November 5 Woodstock Municipal General Election has been canceled, and the incumbents will take office for their new term January 1, 2020. In their honor, a special reception and swearing-in ceremony will be held January 13, 2020, at 6:00pm before the regular council meeting at 7:00pm at The Chambers at City Center, 8534 Main Street in downtown Woodstock.
For more information about the City of Woodstock’s elections, please call 770-592-6002 or email RPezzello@ woodstockga.gov.
Rhonda Pezzello is a certified municipal clerk for the City of Woodstock. 770-592-6000. WoodstockGa.gov
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Community MUST Ministries Donates Over 76,000 Lunches
CASA of Cherokee County Receives Innovative Program Award of Excellence
Thanks to generous supporters, MUST Ministries provided 76,608 lunches to Cherokee County children during the 24th Annual Summer Lunch Program. MUST expressed extreme gratitude to host sites including Hillside United Methodist Church, Canton First United Methodist Church, Heritage Fellowship, and New Life Church.
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Cherokee County, a program of The Children’s Haven, recently received the 2019 Innovative Program Award of Excellence from Georgia CASA for innovative practices in volunteer recruitment, retention, and appreciation.
In looking to the future, the summer lunch program will always need juice boxes, fruit cups, pretzels, granola bars, and other items to complete meals. Brown paper bags with riddles or decorations show the children others care. The organization also asks donors to bring food for the MUST Neighborhood Pantry program in the public schools.
With the help of a Georgia CASA grant, CASA of Cherokee County launched intensive volunteer recruitment and engagement efforts. The program leveraged volunteer and board member connections to diversify awareness and recruitment efforts. Target groups were identified while board members, volunteers, and staff developed attainable recruitment activities and goals. The campaign was a success with a 30% increase in volunteers, resulting in 131 active CASA volunteers.
For more information about how you can help, please visit MUSTMinistries.org.
Timothy’s Cupboard Needs You Timothy’s Cupboard (located at Timothy Lutheran Church at Arnold Mill Road and Barnes Road) needs your assistance. Established in 1991, this organization has been Cherokee County’s food bank for 28 years and has served tens of thousands of residents. As an organization run by volunteers, Timothy’s Cupboard needs help unloading food trucks on Mondays and Wednesdays, weighing and sorting food, and carrying boxes and loading clients’ cars on Tuesdays and Thursdays when they come in to receive food.
“We are proud to recognize The Children’s Haven, home of CASA of Cherokee County, as the recipient of the 2019 Innovative Program Award of Excellence for their deliberate and creative volunteer recruitment and engagement efforts that have resulted in dramatic increases in the number of volunteers serving children,” said Jennifer King, executive director at Georgia CASA.
After building up the volunteer base, CASA of Cherokee County turned its focus to volunteer engagement and commitment. The organization incorporated various immersion activities, including tours of local group homes and service providers in addition to intimate conversations between CASA volunteers and community leaders. CASA of Cherokee County also hosted relevant in-service trainings to ensure volunteers are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to best serve children in foster care, and CASA 2 CASA Connections engaged volunteers in roundtable discussions on a regular basis. CASA volunteers were invited to become further involved in the organization by participating with program and event committees. “Our organization could not complete the work of serving children in Cherokee County without our caring and dedicated volunteers and The Children’s Haven staff,” said Lewis Cline, board chair of The Children’s Haven. “This recognition by Georgia CASA is a testament to our staff, as they strive to recruit the best volunteers and engage with them regularly to further the goals of long-term retention and serving more children.” CASA is a nationwide and statewide organization of community volunteers who provide compassionate, one-on-one attention to children experiencing foster care. For more information about CASA of Cherokee County, visit CASACherokee.org or call 770-345-3274. For more information about The Children’s Haven, visit CherokeeChildrensHaven.org.
Please contact Jeannie Bernerth at 678-852-8498 to schedule a time to help the needy in Cherokee County and give back to the community.
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Community Mayors’ Recycling Challenge Winners Announced The Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce Going Green Committee recently concluded their Eighth Annual Mayors’ Recycling Challenge, which challenges cities in Cherokee County to encourage their residents to recycle during the months of June and July. A variety of sanitation services partnered with the Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce on this initiative by tracking curbside and large recycling container weigh slips within the participating cities. Woodstock collected the most recycling (847,273 pounds), followed by Canton
Waleska Mayor Mary Helen Lamb with the award for the Most Recycling Collected Per Capita.
(321,030 pounds), Holly Springs (277,853 pounds), Waleska (42,400 pounds), and Ball Ground (27,760 pounds). The combined total collected by all cities was 1,516,316 pounds. For the eighth consecutive year, Waleska collected the most recycling per capita (44.03 pounds per resident), which is based on 2018 U.S. Census population estimates. Woodstock was recognized for having the highest percentage increase of
collected recyclables over the previous year. This year, Woodstock collected 847,273 pounds, which is a 67% increase over last year’s 508,000 pounds. The Chamber’s Going Green initiative encourages the community to implement green practices that conserve resources while helping businesses thrive. To learn more about the Chamber’s Going Green efforts, or to participate in upcoming events, visit CherokeeChamber.com, call 770-345-0400, or email Jessica@ CherokeeChamber.com.
Woodstock Mayor Donnie Henriques (right) accepts the Mayors’ Challenge Award for the Highest Percentage Increase from Going Green Chairman Andrew Richard (left).
Northside Hospital Cherokee Environmental Services Named Department of the Year Northside Hospital Cherokee Environmental Services Department recently received the 2019 Environmental Services Department of the Year Award by the Association for Health Care Environment (AHE). This national award recognizes the hard work and contributions made by environmental services departments in achieving their health care organization’s mission. Northside Hospital Cherokee is a winner in the 1-250 beds category. The AHE award highlights Northside Hospital Cherokee’s outstanding environmental services teams who maintain high levels of performance in cleaning, disinfecting, infection prevention, environmental sustainability and stewardship, technology use, patient satisfaction, education, and training in critical areas.
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Three local gymnasts, Anslee McCauley (8), Kennedy Mainella (9), and Isabelle Roberts (9), have qualified for the Talent Opportunity Program (TOPs) National Testing. With over 5,600 gymnasts testing this summer, only the top 100 gymnasts in the country per age group qualify. The girls will be traveling to Indianapolis, Indiana, this month for the two-day competition. Testing will include strength elements such as handstand hold, press handstand, cast handstand, rope climb, flexibility kicks, leg-lifts, and sprints. After these tests, the girls will perform routines on vault, bars, beam, and floor. At the conclusion of the test, the top 105 gymnasts in total will be selected for National Camp in December. The girls train 20-25 hours each week to qualify for this event.
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Community Designed with families in mind, the new, state-ofthe-art, four-story, 112,000-square-foot Wellstar Cherokee Health Park at Holly Springs will provide Cherokee County residents with high quality services close to home.
WellStar Cherokee Health Park at Holly Springs Now Open
Patients have access to primary care services including family medicine, pediatrics, and OB/ GYN, plus a variety of medical specialties. The facility is also home to an urgent care center, imaging center, sleep center, cardiac diagnostics, lab outreach services, and OrthoSport physical therapy.
Local Clogging Team Wins National Championship PowerTaps Cloggers from Woodstock was recently named the Masters Traditional Clogging National Champions at the USA National Clogging Championships held at the Opryland Convention Center in Nashville, Tennessee. The team won the title with their Moving Traditional Line routine. Other highlights included a National Champion Challenge Contemporary Duo win for Addy Jordan and Samantha Ferrell and an Overall Amateur Choreographed Soloist title for Felisa Vazquez. The following dancers were honored with a spot on the Dollywood All-Star Team, which provides performance opportunities at Dollywood Theme Park: Sydney Auriemma, Haley Collier, Samantha Ferrell, Lachlan Hadley, Addy Jordan, Kate Kenney, Bailey Rickard, Riley Rickard, Haileigh Taylor, Felisa Vazquez, Carly Vernon, and Dagan Weathers.
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E.T. Booth MS PE Teacher Wins GAHPERD Award E.T. Booth Middle School teacher Debbie Krug has won the top honor from the Georgia Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (GAHPERD). One Georgia PE teacher from each level – elementary, middle, and high – is recognized each year as the best at ensuring students receive a complete and diverse PE education, by teaching with innovative and inclusive practices, and advocating for the importance of physical education in students’ lives. In its awards announcement, the Association applauded Krug’s service as an outstanding educator. The nomination letters submitted on her behalf “testify to her dedication to students, peers, and athletes in the school district.” Krug now advances to the regional level. The winner of the regional level then moves on to the national competition. “We’re so proud of this award, as it celebrates educating the whole child and Coach Krug’s dedication to caring for each student,” Superintendent of Schools Dr. Brian V. Hightower said. “Congratulations and best wishes to her as she advances in this competition!” A 16-year educator, Krug began her CCSD career at Arnold Mill Elementary School as a PE class paraprofessional prior to joining Carmel Elementary School as a PE teacher. During her tenure at Carmel, she was named Teacher of the Year in 2009, and joined the E.T. Booth Middle School staff in 2012. Krug has sponsored numerous school-based clubs and served as a swim coach for Etowah High School. She earned her bachelor’s degree in physical education from Clearwater Christian College. She will receive the award at the 2019 GAHPERD Convention in Athens this month. Krug was also recognized by the Cherokee County School Board and Superintendent of Schools at the School Board’s meeting last month.
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f your home is anything like mine, most mornings are filled with the question, “Are you ready?” to which “one more minute” can be heard in reply. If you can avoid the crossfire, the entire scene can be rather predictable but amusing. Almost like clockwork, the front door will open at 6:45am, and I will hear the garage door go up. Next, the breezeway door will open, and my wife will repeat, “Come on son. We are going to be late.” This request eventually becomes a plea just before the authoritative, “Let’s go now!” arrives. It’s hard to convince my 14-year-old that if you desire to avoid this, simply get everything in order the night before. He isn’t disorganized, but he’s definitely stuck in first gear. A few years ago, when our daughter Faith was still in high school, the same conversation could be heard, except the cause of her delay was having to navigate the jungle in her bedroom to get to the hallway that led to the door. She could organize her room every day, but a tornado seemed to hit it every night around 9:00pm, and the aftermath created chaos each morning. “Mom, have you seen my shirt? Dad, is my laptop next to yours?” That chaos would escalate into another storm of a different proportion if not kept in check. Eventually, she would make it to the car and be on her way, amazingly never arriving late to school. Sometimes, I could hear a muffled, “I can’t wait until I’m an adult and don’t have to hear ‘Are you ready?’ anymore.”
By Senator Bruce Thompson
Once we become adults, those three words seem to ring even louder. Recently, I was in Texas for a Homeland Security meeting, and the title of the class was — wait for it — “Are You Ready?” Our daughter is now at Samford University, and I recently had the privilege of having some daddy-daughter time with her. We discussed all kinds of things before our conversation turned to her grandfather, who we nearly lost earlier this year. He battled through cancer, but the treatment created so many other issues that we knew only God could change the outcome. Thankfully, our prayers were answered, but those six to eight weeks caused us to truly evaluate whether we were ready. The stress was extremely high, not because Pa wasn’t prepared to meet his maker, but because we had not truly prepared for the event. Faith’s question was seated in avoiding the anxiety and stress of a timeline — whether it be a term paper, song recording, or death. I reminded my daughter about Philippians 4:6, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” I also reminded her that we, as believers, have a part to play, too. We must be prepared, organized, and have our stuff in order to avoid the stress of the question “Are you ready?”
Bruce Thompson is a state senator for District 14, which includes Canton. 404-656-0065. BruceThompsonGa.com
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Book Review BY JESSICA ASBELL
Alicia Berenson, famous painter, killed her husband. That much is clear. But why? When the police found her at the scene of the crime, she was silent — and bleeding — because after killing her husband, she tried to kill herself. After doctors saved her life, she remained silent. But she did make a statement in a painting. While under house arrest and awaiting trial, Alicia painted a self-portrait titled Alcestis. A little-known Greek tragedy, Alcestis relates to Alicia more than her psychotherapist, Theo Faber, realizes. Theo has come with one intent: to help Alicia find her voice. Since her husband Gabriel’s death six years ago, Alicia hasn’t uttered a word. Fascinated by her case, Theo jumps at the chance to work with Alicia. Over time, Theo discovers the commonalities he shares with Alicia. As the line between doctor and patient is blurred, Theo becomes obsessed with making her speak. In between his sessions with Alicia and his “detective work,” readers learn that he cannot contain his own demons. Theo and Alicia seem destined for a crash. And when Alicia does start to speak, Theo learns much more than he anticipated. Alex Michaelides keeps the reader guessing throughout The Silent Patient. Is Alicia crazy? Is she paranoid? Or is she telling the truth? Why did she kill her husband? Who can be trusted? The Silent Patient is filled with twists and turns, as both Theo and the reader work to put together the clues of Alicia’s life.
Jessica Asbell is an avid reader and a children’s minister. She holds a BBA from Mercer and a Master of Divinity in Christian education from McAfee School of Theology. She’s also a frequent customer at FoxTale Book Shoppe. 770-516-9989. FoxTaleBooks.com
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Public Safety
By District Attorney Shannon Wallace According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 1 in 4 women and 1 in 10 men have reported sexual violence, physical violence, and/or stalking by an intimate partner during their lifetime. And over 43 million women and 38 million men have experienced psychological aggression by an intimate partner in their lifetime.
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ctober is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, making this the perfect time to talk about a very difficult subject. Domestic violence has most likely affected you or someone you know. For many years, violence within intimate relationships was kept behind closed doors and only considered to be “a family problem.” Fortunately, laws have started to change, making it harder for abusers to stay hidden. However, the dynamics of domestic violence have remained the same.
Criminal Prosecution Some victims of domestic violence do not wish to proceed with criminal prosecution because the person who is hurting them is someone they care about. These cases are
heartbreaking. However, without intervention, domestic violence often escalates, and typically, there are children involved. The role of the District Attorney’s Office is to individually review every incident of domestic violence that comes into the office to find a resolution that protects victims and society and prevents future violence. The DA’s office has a dedicated Domestic Violence Unit that specializes in prosecuting intimate partner violence, which enables victims to get the help they need. In 2018, this unit handled 106 total intimate partner cases in Cherokee County.
Often, intimate partner violence starts out as control and manipulation, steadily getting worse like a cancer slowly spreading, and the victim not recognizing how bad things are until it’s almost too late. For many reasons, victims choose to remain in these tumultuous relationships. For example, some hang on because it’s all they’ve ever known. Many believe it will stop, and this assault will be the last one. They don’t know how they will financially support themselves and their children. They fear the violence will get worse if they leave. They have religious beliefs that make it difficult to end a relationship, and the list goes on and on.
Domestic violence thrives in the dark. It takes a true act of bravery to break free from an abusive relationship and shed a light on this very real danger.
Shannon Wallace is the District Attorney of Cherokee County. 770479-1488. CherokeeGa.com/DistrictAttorneys-Office
WHERE TO GET HELP If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, help is available. 1. Victims of domestic violence who are in imminent danger should call 911 immediately.
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2. The Cherokee Family Violence Center offers services and housing in its Canton location. If housing is not available in Canton, CFVC will place families in a nearby location. CFVC.org. 24/7 Crisis Hotline 770-479-1703.
3. LiveSAFE Resources provides safety and healing to those impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault, and elder abuse. The organization offers services, creates awareness, and fosters support within the community. LiveSAFEResources.org. 24/7 Crisis Hotline 770-427-3390.
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On the Road With CCEF Contest Winners Announced By Lisa-Marie Haygood
[AcademicLife] Each summer, supporters of Cherokee County Educational Foundation (CCEF) are encouraged to travel with their CCEF T-shirts and capture photos near and far. They submit their travel pictures to the On the Road With CCEF contest, and the person who travels the greatest distance is awarded a $300 gift card. A drawing is held for an additional $100 gift card from all other entries. It’s fun to see the travel submissions from all around the globe, and there is usually a very clear winner. Last year, Cherokee HS Vice Principal Liz Spell won the contest with a photo of her holding a koala bear in Queensland, Australia.
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This year, the contest took a fun turn when two contestants submitted travel to two different countries, and the difference in the distance each traveled was a mere five miles. The Foundation decided to award both contestants a $300 gift card. Congratulations to Maria Knott and Anita Nations!
study abroad with Converse College, Maria took her CCEF T-shirt 8,680 miles away to Fiordland National Park, New Zealand. Anita is a special education facilitator at Macedonia ES and Ralph Bunche Preschool. She traveled to Manila, Philippines, carrying the CCEF message to “Make the positive so loud the negative can’t be heard.”
Lisa-Marie Haygood is the executive director for the Cherokee County Educational Foundation. 770-704-4213. CherokeeCountyEducationalFoundation.org
Maria is a graduate of Creekview HS (2015), and the daughter of Ruth Knott, gifted resource teacher at Avery ES, and Doug Knott, principal at Liberty ES. During a
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COVER STORY By Ellen Samsell Sales
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or almost 20 years, Woodstock Pediatric Medicine, P.C. (WPM), in the hub of Woodstock, has provided comprehensive and compassionate care to children from birth to age 21. And just as the community’s population has continued to grow, so too has the practice, adding practitioners, a second building, and new technology. Now again, the practice is growing to better serve patients and families. By early 2020, three more practitioners will have joined the WPM family; more treatment rooms will be available; current spaces will be renovated; and new state-of-the-art technology will better serve patients and families.
Growing To Serve Patients Better “Every part of a patient’s life is important,” says Dr. Chineye Iheme. That shared belief is manifested in the anticipated addition of a lactation consultant, a nutritionist, and a child psychiatrist and/or counselor. “We see such a need in our county for these specialists, and resources seem to be getting smaller and smaller due to the problems of location and acceptance of insurance,” explains Kelly Marulanda, practice administrator. WPM’s doctors agree that adding these specialists will enhance the team’s ability to address patients’ needs. WPM’s medical professionals see themselves not as individual providers but as a family treating other families, according to Dr. Iheme. “We feel like a big family,” she said. “I felt it when I first interviewed.” Together, they work to provide the best, most comprehensive care to patients. Exchanging ideas, discussing treatments, and knowing what their colleagues are treating are part of each day according to Dr. Ferdinand Yates.
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“O ur patients and parents see us as part of their families” “Everyone is willing to help,” added nurse practitioner Milan Wade. “We want to have all the resources needed to be successful in treating our patients.”
Trusted Experience The new staff members will complement the current team of six pediatricians and two nurse practitioners: Jordana Heaven, M.D.; Thanh Tam Le, M.D.; Adriana Rzeznik, M.D.; Frini Shah, M.D.; Ferdinand Yates, M.D.; Shannon Dobson, C.P. N.P.; and Milan Wade, C.P. N.P. While each of these practitioners has areas of specialization, including newborns and breastfeeding, diabetes and nutrition, asthma and respiratory medicine, adolescent medicine and behavior issues, depression, and parenting, all work together to provide compassionate care to their patients.
Facilities To Expand and Improve “Patients can look forward to larger waiting rooms, more treatment rooms, and renovation of current spaces — all geared to create a more comfortable environment for patients,” Marulanda said. The additional space will also serve as both an education and a support center providing areas for group meetings where specialists can share guidance about significant medical concerns including lactation, nutrition, and depression. “Because today’s parents have access to so much information,” Dr. Yates explained, “Woodstock Pediatric Medicine recognizes that it is vital that professionals help parents filter and understand that information. We provide guidance and focus on what is germane to their case.” As part of WPM’s dedication to promoting good health, space will be dedicated to nutrition and diabetes treatment. Having
a nutritionist on the team will allow one-on-one education and counseling of children and parents, so that they are equipped to make healthy eating choices. Likewise, respiratory medicine and asthma treatment will be given designated space for exams, consultations, and education. “With complicated conditions, such as asthma, that can manifest in many forms, ongoing education will improve parents’ and children’s ability to manage their conditions,” said Dr. Yates. New space will also be available for lactation consultations where soon-to-be and new mothers can meet one-on-one with a lactation specialist, and where lactation support groups can meet and share their questions and experiences.
Technology To Improve Health New hardware and software will mean quicker and more accurate laboratory tests and results for problems such as strep throat. “The results will come back faster, with more detailed information,” said Marulanda. The new technology can help to keep children from becoming ill and speed up the recovery time for those who are sick. “We are doing this so our patients will come to us rather than exposing their children to viruses and illnesses from urgent care facilities and emergency rooms,” Marulanda added. [continued on page 26]
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Patient-Centered Teamwork The changes in personnel and facility improvements are further evidence of the dedication that has earned WPM the loyalty of the Woodstock community. “Our patients and parents see us as part of their families,” said Dr. Iheme. “They come to us for advice.” Having established long and trusting relationships with families, Dr. Heaven, who joined WPM in 2002, is even welcoming children whose parents she treated early in her practice.
On-Going Education To Serve Patients A less tangible improvement is the continuing education that staff members undergo, so that they remain up to date on current research, medications, and treatments. “Wisdom is knowing what is right today may change tomorrow,” said Dr. Yates. “We have to do anything we can to forearm our parents and patients, to be proactive, to be on top of current trends, rather than playing catch-up.” Responding to patients’ needs also means the practice takes steps such as adding expanded hours. For those families who struggle to make an appointment by 5:00pm, the practice is now open till 7:00pm on Mondays and Wednesdays, and Saturday from 8:00am-12:00pm. When Saturdays are especially busy, a second doctor is added to the schedule. “If a child needs to be seen, he or she is seen. No one is turned away,” said Wade. And, if necessary, doctors and nurses adjust their daily schedules to better serve their patients.
“We don’t force our patients into a time slot,” said Dr. Iheme. “We don’t watch the clock; we give each patient the time needed.”
Treating the Whole Child WPM’s mission does not stop at seeing and treating their patients for medical concerns. In their dedication to serving the whole child, the practice has partnered with the national Reach Out and Read program. This means that at every well child visit, from six months to 5 years old, each child receives a developmentally appropriate book. And so that the older children are not left out, the staff makes certain that they have extra books on hand for them. As a vital member of the Woodstock community, giving back is integral to the practice’s philosophy. Active throughout the region, the team provides education booths at events and partners with Woodstock Elementary School by adopting a Woodstock family each holiday season and providing gifts and food that help make the family’s holiday brighter. Patients and parents can also enjoy seeing artwork by local schoolchildren displayed at the practice. Whether they are seeing a newborn for a first checkup, counseling an adolescent who is suffering with a weight problem, or discussing diabetes treatment with a parent, the practitioners at Woodstock Pediatric Medicine are dedicated to the health and well-being of their patients and families. “You have to have heart a for pediatrics — a heart for children and for their parents,” Dr. Yates said. “You sense that when you meet our doctors.”
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Grandparents on the Go — Senior Transportation Options By Tim Morris
[Lifestyle] Cherokee County Senior Services receives calls daily from seniors and family members looking for transportation options to appointments and grocery shopping. Though Senior Services has a Transportation Voucher
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Program and a Volunteer Driver Program, both services have a long waiting list. Over the last year, Cherokee Area Transportation (CATS) has added about 20 new riders for Demand Response, which still isn’t enough. Hopefully, this will improve, as the director of transportation and staff continue to push for more funds and buses. While there is a plan in place for the future, something is needed now. But it takes time to cultivate a program despite the constant increase in demand for it.
The Senior Services staff continues to look for other affordable options. Uber was one resource, but many seniors don’t own a smartphone. After some research, staff members discovered GoGoGrandparent. com, which is simple to use. A person can call 1-855-GoGo-USA from a cell or home phone to schedule a ride. Lyft/ Uber drivers pick up seniors from their home and take them to their desired location. Call or visit the website for more information. Another option is M.Uber.com, which is like GoGoGrandparent. com, but rides must be scheduled from a home computer. If you need more assistance, please contact Cherokee Senior Services. L
Tim Morris is the director of Cherokee County Senior Services. 1001 Univeter Road, Canton. 770-479-7438. www.CherokeeGa.com/ Senior-Services
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Dental Implants — What Is the Cost of Non-Treatment? By Steven Anderson, D.M.D.
[HealthyLife] Losing an adult tooth often has significant, long-term, damaging effects that many people do not realize until it is too late. If you have lost a tooth for whatever reason, decide today to speak to your dentist about dental implants and how they can improve your quality of life. In many circumstances, dental implants are the optimal method to restore lost function and prevent serious jawbone disease in the future. Your dentist will restore the complete tooth with the implant, which will allow you to chew,
brush, and floss as you normally would with your natural teeth. Dental implants also look very natural. In fact, people won’t know you have implants unless you tell them. Does implant surgery hurt? The short answer is it’s not that bad of a surgery. The dentist will certainly make your jaw numb (just like if you were having a filling or other treatment). You should not feel any pain during the surgery. Any post-surgical pain or discomfort can be effectively managed by your dentist. There are certainly other common life events (non-dental related) that are clearly more painful. Bottom line — dental implant surgery pain is very manageable. Fear of pain should not be a limiting factor. Is implant surgery expensive? Cost is almost always a relative thing. What is the cost of non-treatment? Patients sometimes overlook the significant
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financial costs associated with nontreatment. Yet, all costs must be clearly understood. What is the actual cost savings when you prevent gum and bone disease by choosing to replace a missing tooth with an implant? Priceless. And you maintain a healthy, functioning mouth during your lifetime as an added benefit Your dental health should be personalized care that meets your needs and exceeds your expectations. Make time to talk with your dentist about your desires to have healthy, functional teeth, and collectively come up with a plan to ensure your success. After all, you deserve the best, and great dentistry is all about you.
Dr. Steven Anderson is owner/ dentist with Anderson Dental of Woodstock and East Cobb. 650 Claremore Professional Way, Suite 200, Woodstock. 770-384-8505. DrStevenAnderson.com
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The Importance of Vein Disease Treatment By Peter Wrobel, M.D. [HealthyLife] If you have tired or achy legs, varicose veins, spider veins, skin discoloration, swollen legs, night cramps and/or restless leg, you may be suffering from a medical condition called venous insufficiency. Your legs have veins that have hundreds of oneway valves that help return blood back to the heart. When these valves become dilated or leaky, blood flows backward, causing blood to pool in the legs. This condition is called chronic venous insufficiency. The veins dilate, causing varicose veins, spider veins, and other issues like the ones previously listed. Many of people believe that varicose veins are strictly a cosmetic issue. This
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is false. Venous insufficiency is a medical condition that affects an estimated 40% of people in the United States. It occurs more frequently in people over the age of 50 and more often in women than in men. You are more likely to have this condition if you have a family history of the problem, are overweight, are pregnant or have had children, or have had damage to your leg due to injury, surgery, or previous blood clots. All vein procedures are performed in an office setting with no need for hospitalization or extended recovery periods. Patients can usually resume normal activity immediately after procedures with little to no downtime or pain. And best of all — insurance typically covers vein treatments.
Vein disease treatment is important because varicose veins and chronic venous insufficiency sufferers have an increased risk of blood clots, vein inflammation/phlebitis, and potentially life-threatening pulmonary embolisms. Rashes, discoloring and scarring of the skin, and wounds can result from untreated vein disorders. If you want to find out if you are suffering from vein disease, a simple ultrasound of your legs is all you need. Your symptoms and a complete vein mapping will answer your questions and help start your journey to getting your legs healthy.
Dr. Peter Wrobel is a physician at North Georgia Vein & Wellness, with offices in Canton and Cumming. 678513-1600. NorthGeorgiaVein.com
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[Lifestyle] There is something about autumn that brings an air of magic and mystery. Now that the summer heat has faded away, fall offers the opportunity to find new and enchanting ways to transform your hair. One way to do that is with hair extensions. The different types of hair extensions now available provide unique looks for everyone.
What are hair extensions? Hair extensions are single strands of hair that are bundled together. The hair can be synthetic or a synthetic-human blend, but most salons use Remy cuticle hair, which is authentic human hair with the cuticle kept intact and aligned unidirectional. This allows for the extensions to be natural-looking, shiny, and soft.
your existing color. Blended colors are also an option, which are great for balayage or highlighted hair. Do you want a pop of color without dying your hair? Extensions are a fast and simple way to achieve this look. Hair extensions also come in a variety of fun, vibrant colors such as pink, blue, green, and purple. They are a great temporary way to celebrate the upcoming holidays, sports season, or special event.
The different types of extensions offer options for everyone. Most people are familiar with clip-in extensions, but K-tip and beaded extensions are also great choices.
Whether you want a few hair extensions to fill in your sides or a full head for a more voluminous style, extensions are a fabulous way for a fast, beautiful hair transformation. With the flexibility and limitless options available, including hair extensions in your beauty regimen has never been easier. However, because of the versatility and style choices available, always consult with your stylist for the option that’s best for you. Make this season a magical one and add some flair to your hair with hair extensions. L
K-tip extensions are bonded into the hair with a keratin tip. Keratin is protein that naturally occurs in hair and nails. Using a keratin bond will seamlessly connect the natural hair and the hair extension.
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Beaded hair extensions come with connection points, where the natural hair is pulled through and secured into place. These offer no damage to the natural hair while allowing for a seamless application.
Who can wear hair extensions? Extensions are for everyone. They work fantastically with thin or thick hair as well as with all different textures. Most hair extensions come in either a straight or wavy option. They can be used for adding volume, length, or a combination of the two.
Hair Extensions By Savanna Morrison
Will they match my hair color? Your hair stylist can color match your extensions to your current color or to the new hair color you’re having done. Hair extensions come in a wide range of vibrant and natural looking colors that will blend beautifully with
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Savanna Morrison is an experience coordinator at Jyl Craven Hair Design of Canton. 770-3459411. JylCraven.com
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ArtistProfile BY JOHN MIDKIFF
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ody Bolden is as American as they come — a fan of country music, tasty pie, and good whiskey. He grew up in Georgia but spent every other weekend with his father on his family’s property in Alabama, affectionately referred to as “the farm.” When asked what that was like, Bolden said, “Georgia is home; it always will be, but it was nice to get back there. It was like camping with power, sitting at the pond, which was backed up to the Talladega National Forest. It was just pure.” Some of his music draws its roots from those Alabama trips. His feature song, “Yonderway,” is a callback to a simpler time when there was nothing to worry about except what was in front of you. Bolden didn’t grow up in a typical music household. His mom sang along with the radio. His dad did karaoke and would sometimes take him along. It wasn’t until Christmas of 2014 that Bolden considered playing music. That year, his wife bought him a guitar and five 30-minute lessons. Admittedly, he didn’t get a lot out of those lessons. By the time he got in the room and got his stuff unpacked, the lesson was nearly over. A few years later, Bolden’s wife enrolled him in a guitar class at Kennesaw State University. That was when the guitar started to make sense. The class length and the weekly repetition helped solidify things for him. Even so, the path to performing hasn’t been a straight one for Bolden. He doesn’t draw income solely from his music. He and his wife also own Pie Bar in Woodstock. After a new music venue opened next door to Pie Bar, Bolden performed at their undiscovered artist event. This performance was the first time he had ever played for an audience, and it inspired him to get serious about his music. He started writing songs and enjoying the artistry of it. In 2017, he played his first paying gig and never looked back. When Bolden decided to record his first track with a full band, he had never recorded with a group of musicians or that many instruments. He told the musicians to do their own thing around the acoustic guitar, to let the song develop organically. Bolden wanted the song to be as much an act of creation for them as it was for him. Bolden’s new EP dropped in July and is available on iTunes and Spotify. For more information about him or his upcoming shows, visit CodyBolden.com.
John Midkiff is a student in the MFA creative writing program at Reinhardt University, 7300 Reinhardt College Circle, Waleska. 770-720-5582. Reinhardt.edu/ Graduate/MFA-CW
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Italian Sausage Tortellini Soup Laurie Litke, Graphic Designer
Ingredients • 2 links sweet Italian sausage, casings removed • 1 cup onions, chopped • 2 cloves garlic, minced 5 cups beef stock • 1/3 cup water • 14 oz. can diced tomatoes • 1 cup carrots, chopped • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano • 1 cup tomato sauce • 1 zucchini, chopped • 8 oz. cheese tortellini • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped • Grated parmesan cheese for garnish Instructions - Place the sausage in a large pot over medium-high heat and saute for 10 minutes, or until browned/cooked through. - Drain the fat, reserving about 1 tablespoon in the pot. - Add the onions and garlic to the pot and saute for 5 minutes. - Add the beef stock, water, tomatoes, carrots, basil, oregano, and tomato sauce and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, skimming any fat that may surface. - Add the zucchini, tortellini, and parsley. Simmer for 10 minutes, or until tortellini is fully cooked. - Serve with a parmesan cheese garnish.
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Brazilian Shrimp Soup Julie Senger, Editor
Ingredients • 2 tablespoons olive oil • 1 medium onion, chopped • 1 bell pepper (any color), chopped • 4 cloves garlic, minced • 1/2 cup long-grain rice • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes • 1 teaspoon salt • 28 oz. can crushed tomatoes • 4 cups water • 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk • 1 lb. medium shrimp, shelled/deveined and cut into 1-inch pieces • Juice of 1 lime • Salt & pepper to taste • Fresh parsley, cilantro, or lemon balm for garnish Instructions - In a large soup pot, heat the olive oil over low heat. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic, stirring occasionally until the onion and pepper are soft. - Add the rice, red pepper flakes, salt, tomatoes, and water to the pot and bring to boil. Cook until the rice is almost done (about 10 minutes). - Stir in the coconut milk and bring to a simmer. - Add the shrimp and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp is done (3-5 minutes). - Add lime juice and salt and pepper to taste. - Serve garnished with parsley/cilantro/lemon balm and additional freshly ground black pepper to taste.
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Garbanzo Bean Soup
Homemade Soup Stock
Ingredients • 4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed • 2 large onions, chopped • 1 large green pepper, chopped • 4-5 cloves of garlic, minced • 2 Spanish chorizos, sliced thick • 1 ham bone • 1 lb. ham, precooked and cubed • 8 cups water • 1 tablespoon olive oil • 1 package Vigo flavoring & Coloring (for yellow rice and chicken)* • 3 cans garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained • 2 bay leaves • Salt & pepper to taste
This recipe takes some forethought. It’s especially useful after Thanksgiving when turkey bones and kitchen scraps are plentiful. Rotisserie chicken bones left over from easy meals throughout the year would also work. Keep a labeled bag in the freezer to collect the following broth items:
Janet Ponichtera, Sales & Marketing Director
*6-7 strands of Saffron and 1/4 teaspoon paprika can be used instead of Vigo seasoning. Instructions - Saute onions and green pepper in olive oil for 4-6 minutes in a 4-quart soup pot. - Add ham bone and water (If the ham bone isn’t completely covered, add a little more water). - Add potatoes, garlic, seasonings, and beans and bring to a boil. - Once boiling, reduce heat to a simmer for 30 minutes, stirring frequently. - After 30 minutes, remove the bone from the soup and cut the ham from it. - Discard the bone and add all ham and chorizo to the pot. - Add salt and pepper to taste and cook on low for another 20-30 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
Mandy Marger, Graphic Designer
Ingredients - Bones from poultry, ham, and beef - Leftover carrots, celery, onions, or other aromatic vegetables Instructions - Place bones and scraps in a large pot and cover with water. - Bring to a boil then reduce to the lowest temperature on your stove. Allow the scraps to simmer in a pot with a tight lid for at least 24 hours. - Allow the broth to cool then pour it through a fine strainer. - Store the broth in multiple small freezer-safe containers for ease of use. - Keep some in the fridge for a quick warm snack, or as a base for your favorite soup, such as matzoh ball, as shown.
Victorian Oyster Stew Jack Tuszynski, Publisher/Photographer
Ingredients • 1/2 cup boiling potatoes, peeled and diced • 1 tablespoon olive oil • 1/4 cup onions, chopped • 2 pints freshly shucked oysters with their liquor, the liquor drained off and reserved • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced • 2 tablespoons garlic, minced • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper • 28 turns freshly ground black pepper • 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce • 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce • 1 cup heavy cream • 2 green onions or scallions, finely minced • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Instructions - In 3 cups of boiling water, cook the potatoes until firm-tender (al dente). - Heat the oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the onions and saute for 30 seconds. Add the reserved oyster liquor and cook 30 seconds more. - Add the parsley, garlic, potatoes, salt, white pepper, and 20 turns of the black pepper, and bring to a simmer. - Stir in the hot sauce and Worcestershire sauce and simmer for 1 minute. - Add the cream and cook for 3 minutes. - Fold in the green onions and the oysters and cook until the edges of the oysters start to curl (about 2 minutes). Stay with it to be sure the oysters are not overcooked. - Ladle 1 1/2 cups of the stew into each of 4 shallow soup bowls and top each with 2 turns black pepper. - Serve, Louisiana style, with hot mini biscuits.
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Mommy Makeover – A Plastic Surgery Trend? By Drs. Petrosky, Harkins, and Depew
[HealthyLife] What is a mommy makeover? It is a phrase used to describe a group of procedures a woman uses to regain her pre-pregnancy body — and possibly even improve it. Usually done in a single surgical session, it typically involves a tummy tuck to tighten the belly and repair muscles; a breast augmentation, with or without a breast lift, to raise sagging breasts or replace lost fullness; and liposuction to help with body contouring. It may also include vaginal rejuvenation or a Brazilian butt lift. Months after delivery, many new moms have been asked when their baby is due. Realizing your body has lost its original shape can be upsetting. No amount of exercise can tighten ripped fascia, rejoin separated muscles, or remove loose skin. Pregnancy and breastfeeding can cause major changes in the shape/ size your breasts. A mommy makeover can help reverse the effects of childbirth. You should do
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it for yourself, not to fulfill society-imposed ideals. You may be a candidate if… • You are in good medical health. • You are at your ideal body weight. • You have a positive outlook and realistic expectations. • You are finished with childbearing. Recovery time depends on what combination of procedures are performed, but it’s safe to assume that you’ll need at least two weeks off work (up to six weeks if your job is highly physical). Swelling will start to subside in two to three weeks, though full results take up to six months. Results should last a decade or more, provided you maintain a healthy lifestyle and don’t gain a lot of weight. Feel like a new person, wear that twopiece bathing suit again, and regain your confidence. As with any surgery you are considering, make sure you consult with a specialty trained boardcertified plastic surgeon.
Drs. Petrosky and Harkins are board-certified plastic surgeons, and Dr. Depew is a board-eligible plastic surgeon at Plastic Surgery Center of the South. 770-421-1242. PlasticSurgeryCenterOf TheSouth.net
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By Julie Senger While you may love to carve pumpkins to decorate your home during the month of October, chances are you don’t enjoy the messy clean up. And unless you wait until a few days before Halloween, your jack-o’-lantern is likely to transform into a moldy holiday nightmare long before trick-or-treaters come knocking. If you want your star decoration to last until it’s time to hand out candy to all the little pirates, princesses, superheroes, ghosts, and goblins, check out these no-carve pumpkin decorating ideas that are sure to put your family in the spooky-cute holiday spirit.
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Recycle Old Crayons
Did You Say “Applique?”
(You know you have some lying around.) - Unwrap the paper from the crayons. - Cut crayons into small pieces (the smaller the pieces, the easier it will be to melt them). - Put the pumpkin on top of cardboard or old newspaper. - Place the crayon pieces around the stem area of the pumpkin. - Use a hair dryer to melt the crayons and watch them drip and roll down the sides.
(You can glue interesting things to your pumpkin to create unique designs.) - Glue letters to your pumpkin to deliver a haunting message or one large monogram letter to represent your family’s last name. - Create character faces on your pumpkin by using googly eyes and eyebrows/beards/mustaches cut from furry fabric. - Use ribbon, glitter, lace, sequins, colorful pom-poms, fringe, faux flowers, feathers, or fancy applique pieces to create a decorative pumpkin that matches your personal style or your home’s decor. - Attach plastic spiders, gauze, and other creepy items to your pumpkin for a more traditional Halloween theme.
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Retro 80s Neon Splatter Paint (It’ll be “funky fresh” if you change your regular porch light to a black light.) - Spray paint your pumpkin solid black or white and allow it to dry completely. - Mix water with multiple neon colors of acrylic paint until the paint thickens to maple syrup consistency. - Dip a small craft brush in the paint, hold it 4-6 inches from the surface of the pumpkin, and lightly flick the handle near the brush repeatedly, moving the brush over different spots until the surface of the pumpkin is splattered to your liking. - After the splatters have dried, place the pumpkin under a black light for a glowing effect.
Duct Tape and Temporary Tatts (You’ll have the edgiest pumpkin on the block!) - Select temporary tattoos and transfer them to your pumpkin the same way you would adhere them to your skin. - Purchase duct tape in different colors and designs. Cut the duct tape into pieces and shapes, then stick the tape to your pumpkin in fun designs and patterns. Added bonus — you can use any leftovers for temporary home repairs.
The Puncture and Drill Team (Like outpatient surgery, these options are minimally invasive, but still involve no precise surgical carving skills.) - Purchase tacks/pushpins with colorful or decorative heads, such as the ones used on maps to mark places you’ve visited or other shapes and colors. Stick thumbtacks into your pumpkin to create strategic or whimsical designs. - Use a portable drill to burrow holes in your pumpkin near the stem area, so you can plug in small berry-covered branches or slightly larger branches to hang fall-hued leaves, tiny fairy string lights, or paper bats and ghosts.
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Community Partners
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nly one metro Atlanta organization focuses exclusively on breast cancer survivorship. TurningPoint Breast Cancer Rehabilitation is a game changer for female and male breast cancer patients on a shared, common journey to feel better faster, return to activities enjoyed before a breast cancer diagnosis, and ultimately, become cancer free. This nonprofit organization provides myriad critical services under one roof, including physical therapy, massage therapy, counseling, exercise classes, and education programs. TurningPoint launched in 2003 when Jill Binkley, a trained physical therapist and two-time breast cancer survivor, saw firsthand the void in survivorship care that existed when one completes treatment, be it chemo, radiation, or surgery. With less than 10% of all breast cancer patients being advised of the importance of participating in exercise/rehabilitation in order to regain full range of motion and strength, Binkley had a vision to make a difference in this area. For the past 15 years, over 4,300 patients of all ethnic, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds have visited TurningPoint. Roughly a quarter of all patients depend on financial assistance in the form of reduced fees or complimentary services.
“I vividly remember first hearing about TurningPoint from the volunteer nurse at my chemotherapy treatment,” said Ashley Franks, a former TurningPoint patient and mother of three. “During that very first physical therapy session, I was able to lift my arms above my head. One memory I will never forget was when the therapist told me that I could start to slowly hold my son, Hudson. I sat in that office just crying tears of joy. I obviously hurried home and picked him up, spinning him around in that remarkable moment.” Five years ago, TurningPoint moved from a 1,000-square-foot office in Johns Creek to a clinic nearly three times larger on Roswell Road in Sandy Springs. The new location is more accessible to patients by car and public transportation. A loyal, compassionate, and talented staff of 15 full-time and part-time employees, all of whom have some personal connection to breast cancer, welcome visitors to TurningPoint with open arms and friendly faces. All are eager to help, assuage many concerns, and provide hopeful answers to lots of questions. “As I began my breast cancer experience feeling both scared and broken, I had heard from a few friends about TurningPoint and just filed it away until finally, in October 2015, I entered the glass doors that would change my life forever,” said former patient Stephanie Scalise. “Each person I came in contact with helped me — from my physical therapist to all those fellow patients joining in weekly Pilates classes. TurningPoint, as my husband and daughters so proudly say, ‘gave us back our mom.’” The organization raises funds for its operations from individuals, corporate donors, and foundations. Also, be sure to save the date for TurningPoint’s annual signature fundraiser, the Pink Affair, which will be held March 28, 2020, and draws a diverse crowd of over 500 attendees.
TurningPoint Breast Cancer Rehabilitation 8010 Roswell Road, Suite 120 Atlanta 770-360-9271 MyTurningPoint.org
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[InGoodFaith] In the time that I have spent in ministry, I have been part of many changes. Sometimes, change includes friends leaving for different jobs, or loved ones being called into full-time Christian service overseas. Change is an integral part of living. The seasons, technology, and culture are constantly shifting. As humans, we tend to view change with hesitance and fear. We dislike uncertainty and the unknown because it can often be intimidating. Recently, I was asked how I felt about a particular change. The individual asked, “It’s pretty bittersweet, isn’t it?” It struck me that the transitions and trials of life don’t have to be considered both good and bad. For example, look at James 1:2-4: “Dear brothers and sisters, when troubles of any kind come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. For you know that when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow. So, let it grow, for
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when your endurance is fully developed, you will be perfect and complete, needing nothing.”
Change Is Sweet
Not all change is bad. Our perspective of trials, once viewed through the lens of God transforming us, By Pastor Johnny M. Hunt can shift from bitter to sweet. The passage promises growth and that change, you’ll be able to share your strength, even when life feels like a trial, testimony of God’s goodness. when we don’t know what the next day will bring, and even when we do know what we Then, when someone asks you if it’s are up against. He promises it. “bittersweet,” you can say there’s nothing We are all facing change, whether known or unknown. If it’s something that seizes your heart with fear or anxiety, go to God. Pray for him to show you direction and guidance. View it as an opportunity and boldly ask him to grow you and strengthen you. He will, and he is faithful to his promises. On the other side of
bitter about it. Change can always be “sweet sweet.”
Johnny Hunt is senior pastor of First Baptist Church Woodstock. 770-9264428. FBCW.org
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Which Foods Cause the Most Tooth Decay? By Vishant Nath, D.M.D.
[HealthyLife] Even for those who try to get their children to eat a balanced diet, it is difficult to eat healthy all the time. Proper nutrition is beneficial to many parts of the body, the mouth included. There are some foods that are more likely to cause tooth decay than others. Knowing the best way to eat those risky foods can protect the tooth surface in the long run. The most obvious culprit is sticky foods. Gummies and other chewy candies can lead to tooth decay because they stick to tooth surfaces. The sugar stuck to your teeth attracts bacteria, which feeds on it, and in the process, breaks down the tooth’s protective enamel. Sugary drinks (sodas and fruit juices) can also attract bacteria, which causes tooth decay. Even starchy snacks like potato chips can leave bacteria-loving debris on the teeth.
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The most important thing to remember with sticky foods and drinks is that it isn’t how much of these items your child consumes, it is how often they consume them. These types of foods/drinks should be limited to once or twice a day at a most (i.e., no sipping on fruit juice all day). When finished, be sure that your child thoroughly rinses his mouth with water if he isn’t in a place where he can brush his teeth. This will rinse away the sugar and help avoid tooth decay. And don’t forget about sports drinks as an alternative to juice, which are lower in sugar and can lessen the chance of developing tooth decay.
This information is important to remember when packing lunches for school. If your child really enjoys a small bag of chips with lunch, try packing a crunchy apple for her to eat afterward to help clean the debris off her teeth. The sooner children can get into the habit of rinsing/cleaning their mouth after eating, the better. These habits will help them maintain healthy teeth for a lifetime.
Dr. Vishant Nath is the owner of Canton/Alpharetta/Roswell Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics. 678-352-1090. KidsHappyTeeth.com
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