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The Mo’ Southern Collection

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It's Not a Place. It's

an Attitude

orris Southern grew up on a farm

known as Mo Southern. After retirement,

The Mo’ Southern Collection

in rural southeast Georgia, and

the nickname followed him, where it

celebrates the South. Where Magnolias

more than anything he wanted to

wound up on his desktop nameplate.

bloom, where farming is an art, and no one is a stranger.

see the world. Then he learned about the

Soon he started getting strange requests.

U.S. Air Force. Case closed. He signed up.

People wanted his nameplate. One of

We think it’s a privilege to live in the

The Air Force didn’t disappoint. He

them wanted to put it on his truck. “Why

South, and we want to share that idea

saw lots of Europe, the Middle East

would the name “Mo Southern” have

through our gifts, apparel and style. We’re

and Pacific on his way to their second

meaning to folks? he wondered. But then

hoping to help you express your own

highest enlisted rank, Senior Master

he got it. Because it represents everything

individuality and pride in your Southern

Sergeant. Then, his career highlight—

we, along with our friends and neighbors,

community.

acceptance into the ultra-selective USAF

love about the South. Mo’ Southern is

Thunderbirds. As Line Chief, he traveled

more than a brand. It’s an attitude.

to air shows all over the United States,

Having grown up in the rural south,

babying those F-16 fighter jets to insure a

Morris learned about the value and the

safe and spectacular performance.

power of community. More importantly,

When Morris finally retired after 22

his travels helped him appreciate the

years, he began a civilian career in (where

uniqueness of the American South and

else?) the aerospace industry. And that

knew that, in spite of having traveled the

led to the birth of a brand.

world, there was no better place than the

Early in his Air Force career, fellow

American South – with its shared values…

airmen started calling him Mo. He didn’t

love of nature, simple pleasures, the joy

particularly like it. Truth be told, he hated

of living, love of neighbor and the value of

it. But he couldn’t escape it. He became

friendship. These things are real, but too often they’re lost or under appreciated.

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And finally, thank you for using some of your valuable time to visit with us. In return we promise we’ll continue to be…

…Mo’ friendly …Mo’ respectful …Mo’ welcoming

Mo’ Southern

We Celebrate the South.

Where Magnolias

bloom, where farming is an art, and no one is a stranger.

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42 ABOUT THE COVER Nevaeh’s infectious smile, her studious poise and her mature-beyond-her-years attitude captivates you. It’s hard to believe that at eight years old, doctors diagnosed her with desmoplastic small round cell tumor (DSRCT), an aggressive and rare type of cancer. Read more on page 10.

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Riding into Education

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MEET THE TEAM Jami Brannen

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is originally from Effingham County and now resides in Pembroke. Jami is a busy mom to two teenage girls and two fur babies. She has been the owner of A Shot in Time Photography since 2009 where she specializes in engagements, weddings, events, families, and her favorite subjects of all – children. In her spare time she loves to hang out with her girls, travel and attend drag racing events with her dad.

has been photographing for over 45 years, starting in journalism and finally retiring from being a non-profit director. His passion now is capturing wildlife with his camera.

Kelly Harley

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Michelle Holloway

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is a writer and social media strategist for businesses navigating the world of online marketing. She founded Social Creative, a social media management company dedicated to helping businesses effectively use social media. Kelly believes every one and every business has a story worth sharing. From her early days as a television news reporter, her experience in storytelling and social media spans nearly 15 years. Kelly is married with two children and lives in Bloomingdale.

is a lifestyle photographer who studied photojournalism and public relations at Northern Arizona University, where she was awarded the Scripps Photojournalism Scholarship. During her time at NAU, she worked as a staff photographer for the Lumberjack school newspaper. She moved to Georgia with her husband three years ago after he accepted an engineering position with Gulfstream. They have since welcomed two beautiful children into their family.

Barbara is a freelance writer who loves for people to tell her their stories. She has had over 100 articles published in local and regional publications as well as national horse magazines. She is a riding instructor certified with the British Horse Society, and she has been an English teacher and a flight attendant, but her greatest joy is being a mom and a grand mom.

She is currently writing a young adult horse novel.

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Tonya Perry Tonya Chester Perry is a married mother of two children and several animals. She is a full time photographer based out of Rincon, Ga. Tonya is the volunteer photographer at the Effingham County Animal Shelter in Springfield, Ga. where she photographs the adoptable animals in hopes of getting them adopted. She graduated from college with a degree in business. She is originally from Louisiana. She is an animal, family and high school senior photographer. When not homeschooling & working, her favorite thing is to spend time with her husband, kids and dogs.

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is a freelance writer and tour guide who lives in Rincon with his wife and son. A native of New Jersey, he has a journalism degree from Georgia State University and worked as a newspaper sports editor on Hilton Head Island and editor for two community newspapers in Colorado. His hobbies include running, tennis, Frisbee and writing.

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ow's that New Year's Resolution coming along? If you are like many of us, life has gotten in the way and our resolve to keep those commitments has waned a bit. What I have learned is that a commitment to self care is one of the most critical resolutions we can make to ourselves and our families – as is the determination to perservere, no matter what our circumstances or what challenges come our way. This is illustrated in our cover story about Nevaeh Williams –a little girl with the spirit of an angel and the resilience to which we can all aspire.

The stories and images in this Health and Jan Southern Wellness issue are uplifting reminders of what keeping our commitments to ourselves and those around us can do for the quality of life and the feeding of our spirits. I am so happy to share them with you.

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NEVAEH WILLIAMS “Your Current Situation is Not Your Final Destination” Story by Kelly Harley | Photos by Michelle Holloway

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t’s Saturday, and 11-year-old Nevaeh Williams is enjoying a movie with her best friend, Rosie. Like any typical fifth-grader, spending time with her friends is a weekend highlight. What’s not typical is the way Nevaeh thinks. Most kids her age don’t understand how precious each day is because most don’t know what it’s like to learn you have a 15-percent chance of living five years.

A Force to Be Reckoned With Nevaeh’s infectious smile, her studious poise and her mature-beyond-her-years attitude captivates you. It’s hard to believe that at eight years old, doctors diagnosed her with desmoplastic small round cell tumor (DSRCT), an aggressive and rare type of cancer. Her mom, Alana Williams, remembers when they noticed something wasn’t right. “Nevaeh was doing

a cartwheel, and her shirt came up, and I noticed her stomach was really big. It was as hard as a rock,” says Alana. After a second opinion in Atlanta, her family learned what it was and just how serious it was.

In less than two years, Nevaeh endured

“She knows how to pray, and she knows God healed her and will keep her healed” 14 cycles of chemotherapy, 20 cycles of radiation, six surgeries and 11 blood transfusions. “I didn’t cry when I found out. I can beat it,” smiles Nevaeh. You can’t help but think it’s her perseverance that

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has played a role in her health. “She knows how to pray, and she knows God healed her and will keep her healed,” says Alana.

Nevaeh’s strength is amazing, and her love of sports even more. She once scored 16 baskets in one game. “My favorite part of basketball is being aggressive and stealing balls,” says Nevaeh. A valuable member of the Rincon recreational basketball team, she rules the court. Her resume includes travel softball, student council president at South Effingham Elementary School, and class spelling bee champ.

She is also a proud member of honor roll and has never made anything less than an A. Her cancer was the reason she was homeschooled for about a year and a half. Her immune system was weak because of chemotherapy, and so being around other children wasn’t an option.

“I was ready to get back to school. I love

Fewer than 200 cases of DSRCT have been reported, about 85 percent of them in Caucasian people. Boys and young men are about four times as likely to have DSRCT as girls and young women.

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school, and I like math the best,” says Nevaeh. Her mother did not doubt her abilities. “She is always a high achiever.

She came back still above average.”

A Family Support System Nevaeh isn’t in this alone. Her family is by her side every step of the way. She has three sisters and one brother, and their bonds are tried and true. Her brother was three days old when her mother noticed her protruding abdomen. “Her brother was her distraction. She didn’t have a dog; she had her brother Draidyn. They have a special bond,” says Alana.

Alana admits at the beginning it was hard for the entire family including her husband. Between work, a new baby and the active lifestyles of the other children, keeping it all together was a huge challenge. Alana says for a while there was little stability for the children. She had to be in Atlanta with Nevaeh during her treatments and spent much of her time commuting. “We were a close family before, but this brought us closer together,” says Alana.

The family is also pledging to live a healthier lifestyle to support Nevaeh. They cut out dairy, beef and sugar, and eat more fruits, vegetables and seafood. Alana says they are taking an all-natural approach to Nevaeh’s care instead of having her take an oral chemo pill. Between diet, essential oils, Epson salt baths and vitamins, Nevaeh

has 18 months of being cancer-free. It isn’t common to remain cancer-free this long for people with her type of cancer.

Making a Difference Nevaeh is an inspiration to so many people. Her mother maintains her Facebook page, Nevaeh’s Victory Against Cancer, which has more than 8,500 followers. It journeys her fight against cancer, her inspiring moments and her courageous endeavors. During the holidays, Nevaeh made it her mission to help a child going through cancer. She

and have other children dancing with her.”

Her mother says she even has plans to help children in another way. Not only did Nevaeh lose her gallbladder, pancreas and spleen, but the chemo also damaged her reproductive organs.

She likely will never birth children.

“She is going to adopt. She loves children and is good with them,” Alana says with a heartfelt smile.

Nevaeh is a leader not only in sports and in school but in life. She never wore wigs when she lost her hair and still keeps her hair short. In 2018, she signed with the Georgia Southern softball team.

She trains with them, has her own locker in the locker room and gets pointers from some of the best players around. She traveled to Jamaica with her family last June thanks to Make-a-Wish. She’s even rubbed elbows with famous musicians and celebrities. “I got to do a radio show with Ludacris.

I met Fifth Harmony, Nick Jonas, Carly Pearce and Brandon Spink,” says Nevaeh. The Atlanta Falcons wore cleats in her honor during Childhood Cancer month.

Despite all she has been through, Nevaeh says she still feels like a kid. Her innocence shines through and her love of life is evident in how she carries herself.

“Your current situation is not your final destination,” she says. What’s fascinating is how humble she is; she has no idea the impact she has on others.

“Her doctors were amazed at how she inspired people. She would dance her way through chemo and have other children dancing with her.” raised money and bought Christmas gifts for the four-year-old boy and his family.

“It makes me sad when other kids are diagnosed with cancer. I want to be a nurse so that I can help others.”

She also wants to be a professional YouTuber. Her mother says she has a good chance because she is always an inspiration to other children. “Her doctors were amazed at how she inspired people.

She would dance her way through chemo

Follow Nevaeh’s journey on her Facebook page:

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hen you drive into the long treelined driveway, a sense of peace comes over you. This is Lucy Belle Farm. A captivating expanse of tranquility located just 30 minutes from downtown Savannah, Pooler, Rincon, Springfield, Hinesville, Claxton and Statesboro, it is the ideal space for weddings, special occasions, showers and family reunions where memories of a lifetime are made.

Farm owner Sarah Williams says, “There is something magical about this property.

It’s gorgeous, elegant country living within minutes of the city.”

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the country, I had always lived in a city or a suburb.” But when her family found the farm almost twenty years ago, Sarah says they fell in love with the land and knew it would be a perfect place to raise her children. Within months, she sold her house on Isle of Hope, her parents sold their home on Dutch Island and her grandparents moved from North Carolina to join them, making it a true family compound. It was an idyllic place where they enjoyed many happy years. But as time went by, changes were inevitable.

After working at their family business, G & C Fertilizer, for 15 years with her father “Mr. Eddie,” Sarah left the business to take care of her mother, who eventually passed away from early on-set Alzheimer’s.

By this time, her grandparents had also passed away, her children were grown and

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Sarah, her husband and her youngest son were living in her parents’ home on the property.

New Beginnings and a New Name With her former home empty amid beautiful scenic landscapes, Sarah agreed to let friends use the property to host weddings and other events. But it wasn’t long before Mr. Eddie convinced her to turn the farm into an events business. Sarah had one condition—to make the large hay barn into a party venue. Mr. Eddie was skeptical at first, but not after it quickly became a popular event space. At the same time Mr. Eddie renovated an existing barn on the property and made it the ultimate man

cave and home. Sarah says, “If he’s on the property, he loves to give guests the grand tour, perform a card trick or two, drink a beer, and tell a good joke.”

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as the new business name, ‘Lucy Belle’ immediately popped into my head.” says Sarah, “So the farm became Lucy Belle Farm.”

Lucy Belle Events Today, Lucy Belle Farm includes multiple indoor and outdoor event spaces for parties, ceremonies, events and receptions. There is a beautiful Coastal Georgia home, an enclosed barn, a party house, a European style patio and pergola on site.

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“There is something magical about this property. It’s gorgeous, elegant country living within minutes of the city.”

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a chance to spend time with family and friends” says Sarah. From bar services, caterers, musicians, officiants, florists to photographers, they have you covered.

Tables, chairs, linens, centerpieces, signage, chalkboards and decorations are on-site, and they handle set up and cleanup. They have a fabulous staff, picturesque areas for photo ops and three friendly dogs, Max, Andy and Remy!

They recently partnered with Sarah Wright of Everlasting Memories to assist in wedding and event planning and booking. Sarah Wright and her coordinator, Amanda McIntyre, have been in business in Coastal Georgia and South Carolina for over 12 years and their experience and reputation are outstanding. It was also important for Sarah to partner with a group that enjoys working with all people because, “My motto at Lucy Belle Farm is that EVERYONE is welcome. We want people to come to our venue and relax and enjoy their special occasions.”

tell them!” Sarah has merchandise with her famous saying, “You are wonderful!” because “I don’t want people to forget it!”

Visit www.thelucybellelife.com, which highlights the Lucy Belle lifestyle and where you can purchase Lucy Belle Farm merchandise, visit Sarah’s blog and find tips on how to make life more fun. Sarah says," I love sharing our lifestyle with other people—even if only for a day. “

a member of numerous local chambers (she recently finished her reign as the President of the North Bryan Chamber of Commerce), the Statesboro BNI Chapter, a sponsor of Pride and Tybee Equality Fest, a member of the Savannah Wedding Vendors, Statesboro Wedding Vendors and the Low Country Wedding Vendors groups, and more.

Her oldest two sons are grown: Chris is a speech pathologist and Charles will begin practicing at a Savannah law firm this summer. Her third son, Jack, is a senior at Georgia Southern and her youngest son, Eli is a senior at Savannah Christian. Always busy, Sarah is working on a wedding etiquette book and has a few other irons in the fire.

But her heart is at Lucy Belle Farm. “Whether people come for the sunset, a cocktail, an event or some quiet time, we always want them to have that moment— that moment where they are just so glad to be alive, in this place, at this time!”

To make an appointment to visit the farm, call 912-484-1449 or email lucybellefarmga@gmail.com.

“Whether people come for the sunset, a cocktail, an event or some quiet time, we always want them to have that moment where they are just so glad to be alive, in this place, at this time!”

Lucy Belle Lifestyle “I want people to enjoy life every day.

I believe all people are wonderful—and I

Community & Family Sarah continues to volunteer and participate in civic organizations throughout the area. One of the first women inducted into Savannah’s downtown Rotary Club years ago, Sarah sees it as an honor and a duty to give back to her communities. She continues to be

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RIDING INTO EDUCATION Equine-facilitated Learning—It’s Not a Pony Ride Story by Barbara W. Russell | Photos by Tonya Perry

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hen founder of Faith Equestrian Therapeutic Center, Bonnie Rachael, was a teenager, she had no idea that through her love for horses, her life would be used to help others, but seeds for service were planted in her at an early age.

“I was just a wayward child who loved horses,” she said, and that love led her to Wicklow Stables in Savannah, where two women who cared for her would give her life direction.

“Mary Heard and Barbara Lingle were great ladies who taught me about responsibility,” said Rachael. “They said if I cleaned stalls that I could ride, and that was all I needed to hear. They told me if I wanted to buy a horse that I needed to get a job. I got a job at Burger King and bought an untrained horse and boarded him at Wicklow, and they taught me how to train him. That was the seed that was planted about responsibilities.”

As a young adult Rachael began her life of service to others, and she became a police officer­—a mounted police officer, of course! While she and her police horse, Buster, protected Savannah’s streets

another of her dreams came true—in 1992 she acquired five acres in Effingham County and she now had two horses.

“God had a vision for my five acres,” said Rachael. “While I was still a police officer I read an article about a therapeutic center and I thought that was something I could do. I learned about PATH (Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship), and I got their book about how to get started, and that’s how it all began,” she said. “I wanted to do things professionally, and the book taught me the things I needed to know.”

She and Buster retired from the police force, and she began her serious quest to build a therapeutic riding center.

“In 2006 I had a small barn, three horses and two students. My first student was Daniele Collins; she had spinal bifida and had no feeling from the waist down. My second student was Michael Holton who has Downs Syndrome, and he continues to ride with me today. People volunteered to help, and an Eagle Scout, Alex Partain, built a work station for my barn. Another Eagle Scout built the original office building,” she said. “I always

“God had a vision for my five acres.”

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called it ‘The Little Red Schoolhouse, and now it’s used for the Pony Pal Camp and other educational tasks for the kids.”

That was the beginning, and Rachael had no idea that God’s vision for Faith Equestrian was much larger.

Fast Forward to Today: Faith Equestrian Therapeutic Center is celebrating 13 years of service to our community using Therapeutic Riding and Equine-Facilitated Learning (EFL) to work with young individuals with disabilities. The results and growth of the program have been outstanding. Faith hired a program director, Hallie Myers, who has been instrumental in developing the school program: • They currently work with eight local public schools that bus their children with special needs to Faith Equestrian’s equine assisted learning program weekly throughout the school year.

• They serve over 160 children annually including summer camp programs, therapeutic riding, and participation in local and state Special Olympics of GA horse shows.

• They provide job training for young individuals with disabilities. Their mission is to help children thrive in our community and beyond using the power of the horse!

“I always want to be sure I do the right thing, but this, Faith Equestrian, has always been God’s plan” “Growth is one of God’s blessings,” said Rachael. “I always want to be sure I do the right thing, but this, Faith Equestrian, has always been God’s plan, and the facility just took off! Now we have 12 therapeutic horses, serve over 160 kids, an education center, a covered arena and housing for employees!

“I’ve always just walked in faith, and I’ve felt that I’ve just been along for the ride!”

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At times Rachael would ponder a vision for the facility, and somehow seemingly impossible tasks would be performed by volunteers. It seemed like Faith Equestrian was being put together like a puzzle.

When the EMD Chemical Corporation wanted to donate a three piece, twentyone hundred square foot portable office building to Faith, Rachael wanted the building, but she had doubts: How would they get it there? The space to put it would require removing about 25 trees; how could that be accomplished? And it needed to be refurbished—another: how could that be accomplished? And, how would they use the building?

But by faith she accepted the generous offer. A volunteer with a back hoe removed all the trees, and Faith Equestrian won a generous inkind grant from Gulf Stream that involved over 100 volunteers who would refurbish the building. Before work was begun on the building, and volunteers put side walks around the grounds for wheelchair use, and new fences for the horse enclosures were constructed.

Then, in two days, the building itself was completely refurbished. It was repaired and painted inside and out, and at the end of the two days it was furnished and ready to go! It was an “Extreme Makeover” at Faith Equestrian! The building was furnished with a sofa and chair, office desks and a board room table. Shelves lined one wall and contained many needed supplies: everything from copy paper to cleaners!

“It was a miracle!” said Rachael, “and I immediately knew what it would be used for—an educational center for Equine-facilitated Learning!”

Equine-facilitated Learning (EFL) is an educational approach to equine-assisted activities. The primary intent is to facilitate personal growth and development of life skills through equine interactions. “Through riding and interacting with the horses, students develop strong work ethic, selfesteem and self-confidence,” said Rachael, “and we’re all about giving them selfconfidence and self-esteem! They learn work skills and life skills so they can gain inclusion in society.”

Rachael knew that Equine-facilitated Learning would be extremely beneficial to students with special challenges, but “It was really hard to break into the school system,” said Rachael. “Teachers thought,

‘It’s a nice field trip. It’s a pony ride.’ They couldn’t comprehend how these students could greatly benefit from the horses.

But seeing is believing, and teachers saw their kids open up with the horses.

“Students who would not do physical therapy would look up to see a horse, and those students with constricted joints in their hands would let us open their fingers and put a brush in their hands, and teach

them to use their muscles to brush a horse.

The teachers were amazed! It was an eye opener, and the teachers became our advocates in the school system.”

School Superintendent Randy Shearouse also became an advocate.

After he was invited to watch some of the students interacting with the horses, he allowed a budget for bus transportation to bring the students to Faith.

But God wasn’t finished with the facility. Next door to Faith Equestrian is a house on five acres that had been for sale for nine years, and you guessed it—it became part of Faith Equestrian. The house was refurbished and is used as housing for the program director.

A most recent blessing is a covered riding arena has been built on the property. Money for the arena had been raised by the parents of Rachael’s first student Daniele Collins, who had passed away earlier that year. “She had been a really good friend,” said Rachael, “and we had dreamed about having a covered arena. It was built in her honor. The arena has been a catalyst for our growth—it was hard to get people to volunteer in the hot sun before the cover, and without volunteers the dream of Faith Equestrian could not have become a reality. The Faith staff, donors, volunteers, and of course the horses make it all happen.”

FAITH EQUESTRIAN CENTER is the only Premier Accredited Center in our Region.

Faith Equestrian Center is focused on Equine-facilitated Learning, and eight Effingham County schools bring 70 students for weekly Equine Facilitated Learning sessions.

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IN IT FOR THE SHORT RUN Rincon Woman Steps Up to Become Top Local Runner Story by Stephen Prudhomme | Photos by Jami Brannen

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ibby LeTourneau has never done a marathon, yet her life remains a series of challenges that she has attacked with the strength and determination of the runner she is and bodes well for her, if and when she takes on the 26.2-mile distance that marks the ultimate achievement for many pursuing the same avocation.

As it turns out, the road back to running featured many steps and, fittingly, started with some steps at LeTourneau’s Rincon home.

A native of Woodbury, Ga., LeTourneau, 47, is the Panel coordinator and DFCS liaison for the Chatham County Juvenile Courts. She is also the mother of a teenaged boy and girl who both play travel soccer.

LeTourneau, though never a soccer player herself in school, did well competing in basketball, softball, tennis and track. Possessing excellent speed, she ran the mile and two-mile distances in track and still holds her high school records for both distances.

LeTourneau discontinued her athletic pursuits while attending Georgia Southern University. She developed an eating disorder toward the end of her sophomore year after a comment was made about her weight. Initially, she lost some weight but then it became a game of how much could she drop. After losing about 20 pounds, LeTourneau said she could not stop and eventually had to drop out of school for a short time due to hospitalizations. She returned, however, and graduated on time.

Shortly after graduating with a BBA, LeTourneau was again hospitalized due to weight loss, bottoming out at 64 pounds. Following another hospitalization and treatment, she began a slow recovery and gained weight. Strong enough to leave treatment, LeTourneau got a job and moved to Savannah, where she met her future husband in 1996. They married in 1998 and moved to Rincon.

Busy starting a family and career, she did little exercising and continued to battle her eating disorder on and off.

In 2010, LeTourneau, concluding she needed to do something to reduce her “agitation,” started running the stairs at her home until her husband bought her a treadmill. With encouragement from her husband, she signed up for her first 5k, the Daniel Defense Run 5K in Pooler, and finished in around 24 minutes. That awoke her inner athlete, and for the

next year LeTourneau stayed in shape by running the steps or treadmill at her home until her husband suggested she enter some more races.

The improvised stair master workouts paid off the following year when LeTourneau placed in her age group at the Daniel Defense Run. She had rediscovered the pleasure of running from her youth.

“I found something I enjoyed,” LeTourneau said. “I enjoyed the social aspects of the training and the races. It also helped with my eating disorder. I

“Libby is an amazing master runner,” said Brittany Dino of Richmond Hill.

“Not only is she climbing the top to final five finishing woman, but she improves each race. With her full-time job and getting her high school kids to their traveling games, it is impressive the way she handles her training. It's a true honor to run aside this speedy mama and always try to chase after her during races.”

LeTourneau's fast pace caught up with her once again in 2016. She had three stress fractures that derailed her training on and off that year, yet, in the true style of the dedicated runner she is, LeTourneau continued to train and race and turn in fast times.

It was also during this time she realized that perhaps she needed to change her eating habits. A big help in her recovery has been the people she has met through running. Le Tourneau stated, “I’ve learned that no matter my size or how fast or slow I run, they are always there cheering me on.” She has a couple of close friends, Pam Howe and Leanne Irivine, fellow runners who know about her eating disorder and, without realizing it, have helped her greatly in her recovery. Through such friends, LeTourneau noted, she’s learned food is fuel for her body and it’s okay to eat a cookie or whatever that she’s craving at that moment.

“It's a true honor to run aside this speedy mama and always try to chase after her during races.” learned for me to do well, I had to eat properly so I could run.”

LeTourneau continued to run for the next three years and compete in races, but she still dealt with her eating disorder. Generally, she would place among the top three in her age group.

LeTourneau remained on the fast track until 2013, when she had her first running injury, a stress fracture in her tibia, and had to stop running.

LeTourneau, upon recovering from her injury, hit the ground running and hardly missed a beat; in fact, few in her age group could beat her in local races.

She inspires fellow runners.

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“My days use to be consumed with In December, LeTourneau ran a 21:07 what could I eat or could not eat today,” to place third overall among the women LeTourneau said. “Now my days are in the Savannah Bridge Run. By placing about my family, friends and when is the in the top three overall in that race, she next run. My husband, kids, neighbors fulfilled a longtime goal of making it to and running family have really been the the podium as a top three female. recovery I’ve needed all these years. It “I’m getting faster,” LeTourneau said. “I took me sometime to realize food was don’t know what’s going on. I’m a short, okay and not a punishment for me.” fast runner. The 5K is my race.”

It may be hard for those who have LeTourneau’s husband, Craig, deserves never struggled with food to understand, much of the credit for bringing his wife LeTourneau added, but for those back to running. Quick to admit he with eating disorders, whether it be doesn’t like the sport, perhaps the result anorexia, bulimia or binge eating, food in part of being left behind when the two is punishment and is something that ran together, Craig focused on supporting you use to control things you otherwise his wife and getting her to tap in on her can’t control. Although it’s taken a while, physical and mental skills and knowing LeTourneau has come to accept her body when to apply the brakes. as it is and said without she could not run “She’s so driven,” Craig said. “She had like she does.

Libby's older sister, Linda Bell, watched her sister battling an eating disorder and the misperception she was overweight. Following years of doctor and hospital visits, she noted, Libby received some crucial help through a program in Columbus, Ga. Bell recalled her sister running up and down the steps when she was staying at her home and graduating to runs in the neighborhood and is not surprised by her impressive racing resume. She said, “Libby has always been competitive and she tends to set goals for herself to reach “Her love of running pours out and I never doubt she will reach them all. Her competitive when you need her advice nature,” she added, “always makes her on training or even beginning work harder every day, and as long as she continues to set goals for herself your running journey. ” she will continue to succeed.”

“Running gives Libby time away from the daily stresses in life and she to learn not to run all the time. That is loves being able to break through the what led to injuries. Now she does the tape at the finish line,” Bell said. “All of elliptical and spin bike. Libby’s learned to this running does take a toil on her body listen to her body.” and she suffers with plantar fasciitis Following the birth of her son in and some joint pain but because she is 2005, Libby, upon the suggestion of her tough and has the strongest will power of husband, started running the steps at anyone I know she will continue to push home until she “wore them out.” She herself every day. I know that Libby has progressed to a treadmill and stayed with accomplished great feats in racing, but I that for about a year before deciding to do think beating the eating disorder is the her first race. Her performance convinced one I'm most proud of because I get to Libby she wasn’t too bad at running still have my little sister in my life.” and, 15 years and many steps later, 32 February/March 2020 | www.EFFINGHAMMAGAZINE.com

she’s outrun the eating disorder from her college years and shows few signs of slowing down.

“Libby’s come a long way,” her husband said. “She’s self-motivated and very competitive. She has to win at everything— board games, running and watching the kids play soccer—that’s her release.”

Craig said he has no doubt Libby could run a marathon and do quite well. He is advising her against it, however.

“The 5K is really where it’s at for her,” Craig said. “I’ve told her that if she wants to be successful to focus on the 5K. Running a marathon is opening herself up for injuries.”

Denise Burdick has lived next door to LeTourneau for 15 years. The mother of three does not do races but runs several miles a week for exercise.

She marvels at LeTourneau's willingness to help other runners while working and parenting.

“She works full time, has two beautiful kids that are active in travel soccer and still carves out time to run, either on her own or in races throughout Savannah,” Burdick said. "In the 15 years I've known her, she has encouraged countless people to start running. She is the ‘Gusteau’ of the running world who truly believes ‘Anyone Can Run’.

Her love of running pours out when you need her advice on training or even beginning your running journey.

She took my son to a 5k when he was about nine years old and he was hooked. He currently runs for South Effingham's varsity cross country team.”

Describing LeTourneau as small but mighty, Burdick said her success is based on her determination and quest to be a top runner.

“Libby's her own biggest critic,” Burdick said. “She has had several injuries that have kept her from running but once healed back she’s at it again ready to run and ready to win. She always wins. I am in complete awe of her perseverance.”

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Happy Valentine's Day. Are You a Member of the Lonely-Hearts Club?

Valentine’s Day is Friday, February 14th. If you already have a Valentine, you may be a recipient of one of over 190 million Valentine’s Day cards or 50 million e-cards sent each year. Or perhaps you will receive a dozen of the 224 million roses grown just for Valentine’s Day. Yes, expressing love on Valentine’s Day is a major source of economic activity, with total expenditures in 2017 topping $18.2 billion or over $136 per person.

If, however, Valentine’s Day evokes a different reaction, and you identify with the Lonely-Hearts Club, you are not alone.

According to U.S. Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA) there’s an “epidemic” of loneliness in the U.S. and it’s taking a mounting toll on public health.

You are probably asking yourself that with Facebook, Instagram, video calling and all the technological innovations for connection, how can we be disconnected or lonely? Unfortunately, these virtual opportunities may create a junk connection through junk values, like how many likes we get or how many “friends” we have.

Meaningful connection is linked to our very survival. Our ancestors formed tribes to hunt, protect ourselves from the elements, survive attacks from prey and create families insuring our survival as a species. The 2010 census data indicates more of us are living alone, marriages are down, and we are having fewer children. As humans, we need community and physical presence for our brains to register connection.

Why is this a health issue? Research shows that your brain associates being alone or lacking social connection as a threat and temporarily increases inflammation. Our brains haven’t had time to adapt and evolve to the new ways. As loneliness continues, we are at greater risk of long-term inflammation. Long term inflammation is linked to impairment of the immune system and increased susceptibility to heart disease, insulin resistance and even Alzheimer’s.

Modern day loneliness is defined as the gap between what you want your relationships to be and what they currently are. It is not just being alone. The divorce rate is over 50% and even higher for subsequent marriages. Being in a relationship does not prevent loneliness. Loneliness is a habit.

9 ways to break the habit of loneliness and isolation: • • • • • •

Look at patterns that create your feelings of loneliness and change Practice self-compassion by limiting negative self-talk Get out of your comfort zone; put yourself in one new social situation In public situations, turn off your phone and make eye contact or smile Create connection. Be kind to everyone you meet (think Mr. Rogers).

Instead of sharing emotions through a virtual connection, call a friend (don’t text) and make a date to share.

• Connect with your “tribe.” Set aside one hour a week to meet in-person.

• Create a new tribe. (think Meetup) • Nourish the relationships you have with honest, non-blaming and vulnerable communications • Be curious. Discover your feelings and beliefs about relationships and how you “believe” they “should” look.

This article is designed to inform and entertain NOT provide medical or mental health advice.

You should always consult your physician when it comes to personal health or before starting any self-directed or new treatment. source: https://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2019/08/03/the-loneliness-epidemic.aspx

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But that attitude is changing, and the Lost Plantation Golf Course is a perfect example of the affordable golf experience right in your own backyard.

Located in Rincon, Georgia, Lost Plantation Golf Course (LPGC) is the only course in Effingham County, and is a Public Course owned by the City of Rincon. The course is open to the public and is available for anyone to enjoy. It is a Joe Lee designed Championship 18- hole, 6,800-yard, Par 72

The City of Rincon and its Council were responsible for the recent “Transformation” at LPGC. The Club House was completely renovated, a brand-new fleet of golf carts was added to the course and the biggest change is the addition of the new “Fairway Bistro” restaurant on premises. These exciting updates are bringing the club and course forward into a Effingham’s only 18-hole more contemporary experience. golf course, club house Nancy Head, LPGC Operations and restaurant.

Manager says “Without the city Everyone is welcome. and council’s support, confidence and investment, this project would not have been possible.

It is truly amazing and will be enjoyed as their home course! The maintenance by everyone for many years to come. crew that has been here over 10+ years, Residency is not required to utilize our know their fairways and greens and facilities. Natives to the area or out of state work diligently on the course to meet the visitor are always welcome. Anyone can everyday needs of a golfer. layout and is considered by golfers to be an exciting course to play. The lush fairways are nestled into a beautifully landscaped subdivision, and the tree lined holes are not to be missed. It is a challenging course but not out of reach for the novice golfer.

In fact, the local high schools use LPGC

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play the course, shop the Golf Shop, enjoy a drink and a meal at the Bistro, and become a member via one of our myriad of membership choices!” Nancy says, “Everybody is welcome. Stop by and see what we have to offer.”

Dine, Shop & Golf Discover the Lost Plantation Golf Course and enjoy the full “Golf Experience.” Hit a bucket of balls at the Driving Range, practice on the Putting or Chipping green. Take one of their new carts out and enjoy a ride through 18 holes of Georgia beauty.

Visit the Golf Shop, where you can purchase the “gift of golf” via special promotions such as golf packages, golf and merchandise bundles all year long.

Browse the fine array of products and clothing that arrives monthly. While you

are there you can make your gift buying easy by purchasing gift certificates for that golfer in your life!

The Fairway Bistro Come out and enjoy the new restaurant (with full bar), named appropriately, the “Fairway Bistro.” Golfers have the option of calling in their order while “making the turn” and the Bistro will have it ready upon their arrival.

Already known for their great "Rockin Brunch" on Sundays, Chef Ryan Newburn has created an inventive and diverse

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menu. Try the crab cakes, shrimp & grits, or Bruschetta for starters and move on to the extensive lunch and dinner menu.

Check out the “Rincon Burger” – 8 oz.

Black Angus ground beef, lettuce, tomato, onion, chipotle mayo, jalapeno, onion straws and pepper jack cheese served with pasta salad and chips for only $9.95- wow!

That leaves sandwiches, subs, grinders, dinner entrees of pasta, steaks, seafood and more. There is even a menu for little ones, so it is perfect for the whole family.

Make LPGC a destination day trip and experience a day of “Dining Shopping & Golfing”! It is a day of outdoor fun, in non-intimidating surroundings, that you will really enjoy.

Membership Drive Although the course is city owned, they have had members since the inception of the club from all over Effingham County.

Operations Manager Nancy Head says, “Our valued members are involved, concerned and act with the utmost integrity with offers of help and advice for the club, that they love.” She says, “We strive at making golf an enjoyable, affordable and family friendly place to be.”

LPGC is currently running a membership drive and as Rincon and the surrounding area grows, and look forward to adding new members. The 2020 New Membership Drive gives new members a 20% discount off their membership (non-seniors, seniors, super seniors) and they offer free Junior Memberships

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and affordable Range Ball Plans, with numerous perks. Seasonal memberships are offered for the snowbirds and winter friends. Being a resident is not required to enjoy the benefits of membership!

Junior Golfers- Family Friendly LPGC really is a community resource and is the host course for both Effingham & South Effingham High Schools and their tournaments. As part of their participation, students partner with the course by performing maintenance and other activities. In addition to the high school teams, any youths under 15 can walk the course for free. Riding is optional if playing with paid adult supervision. The family friendly feeling comes through at every level.

Blitzes & Tournaments Weekly Blitzes (competition between a large group of players) are organized by the course on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. They gather a group of people, 10 to 25, for competitive play and have a blast. Women, men and juniors are welcome to all blitzes. A “Ladies Only” Blitz is forming to have women, novice and advanced players join in the fun of golf.

LPGC is also a great place to have your local business host tournaments and fundraisers. They have a full-service tournament coordinator to plan and execute your event.

Affordable Rates Very competitive rates for nonmembers. Prices below include carts and green fees:

Golf Specials Every Tuesday - $25

Monday – Thursday Before 1 p.m. - $35.00 (Senior rate $32) After 1 p.m. $30.00

Rental clubs are available for $20.

Monday - Sunday - 9 holes for $20

Corporate rate for military and Gulfstream employees with proper ID.

Friday – Sunday & Holidays Before 1 p.m. $40.00 (Senior rate $35) After 1 p.m. $35.00

Get Your Game On! Book a tee time and play today or simply drive out and try the Fairway Bistro, walk around and experience the beauty of the course. Nancy Head says, “Lost Plantation Golf Course is a hidden gem here in the Coastal Empire. We are an oasis of nature tucked away in a lovely small town. Come play with us - we look forward to seeing you at Lost Plantation Golf Course.”

WANT TO GET THE LATEST ON DISCOUNTS AND PROMOTIONS? Join the LPGC Email Club!

Email us at: LPGCRincon@gmail.com

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INDEX OF ADVERTISERS Please thank these advertisers for contributing to our community and making this publication possible. If you want to be part of this list, email Jan@ JDelSURMarketing.com or call 912.295.5406.

COMMUNITY SPONSORS Animal Hospital of Rice Hope Farmer's Home Furniture Effingham Health Systems The Mo' Southern Collection Rincon Recovery Resources, LLC South Fork Provisions Total Services Heating and Air Conditioning Amazing Grace Cafe & Boutique_____________________________ 29 B and R Handyman Services_________________________________ 33 Beau Dossey Roofing______________________________________ 40 Burns Outboard Service____________________________________ 34 Coldwell Banker Intercoastal Realty____________________________ 3 Dentistry at Godley Station__________________________________ 33 Dozier Law Firm__________________________________________ 14 Effingham Health Systems___________________________________ 2 El Real Mexican Restaurant__________________________________ 28 ENT Associates of Savannah_________________________________ 26 Fairway Bistro____________________________________________ 47 Faith Equestrian Therapeutic Center___________________________ 26 Fusion Coffee Roasters____________________________________ 28 Gastroenterology Consultants of Savannah_____________________ 34 Golden Hours Senior Services_______________________________ 40 Habitat for Humanity Effingham County________________________ 27 Habit Healing Transformations_______________________________ 35 HarLawn Lawn Services____________________________________ 26 Harolds Body Shop________________________________________ 20 Hester Business Solutions___________________________________ 34 Howard Family Dental _____________________________________ 41 Lost Plantation Golf Course_________________________________ 44 Lucy Belle Farm__________________________________________ 16 Melissa Rhodes CPA_______________________________________ 34 Miss Southern Pageant_____________________________________ 14 Moo McGinn's Magic Creamery______________________________ 29 The Mo Southern Collection_________________________________ 4 Oral & Facial Surgery Group_________________________________ 37 Phillips Flooring__________________________________________ 48 Rusty Pig BBQ___________________________________________ 29 South Fork Provisions______________________________________ 29 Thomas C. Strickland and Sons Funeral Home___________________ 34 Towne Pharmacy__________________________________________ 4 Wiley's Home Center______________________________________ 15 46 February/March 2020 | www.EFFINGHAMMAGAZINE.com

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Lost Plantation Golf Club has a fabulous new restaurant and it’s open to the public – no golfing or membership required!

Conveniently located at the golf course, the Fairway Bistro offers a delightful menu that covers everything from light appetizers to dinner entrees. The full bar serves refreshing cocktails and a rotating beer menu with craft beers and IPAs. The bar sources local spirits and beers from Savannah, North Carolina, Florida and Georgia.

The menu at the Fairway Bistro, serving new dishes in house weekly, reflects a whole food, locally sourced ethos that plays out in the food’s integrity. Chef Ryan says, “Our customers love our food and word is getting out about what we are creating here at the Bistro.”

Rockin’ Brunch with Chef Ryan – Sundays 10 to 4 The Sunday Brunch, also known as “Rockin’ Brunch with Chef Ryan” is already famous. Enjoy any delectable item from the Al a Carte menu such as: Eggs Benedict, avocado toast, scratch made pancakes & amazing french toast with berries and house made whipped cream. There are inventive new brunch offerings each week such as house made smoked bacon on a BLT. And, there are half priced Mimosas and Bloody Marys starting at noon every Sunday!

Midday Fare Made Extraordinary Their daily menu is fun, fresh and inventive. The Starters include the awesomely delicious crab cakes, shrimp and grits, a meat and cheese board, stuffed mushrooms or bruschetta. On the ‘must try’ list are the stuffed mushrooms –filled with the house crab cake, baked, and finished with bearnaise sauce. Serious yum! Lunch includes salads, soups, sandwiches, subs and burgers.

Dinner Deliciousness Classic American dishes are complemented by Italian specialties including two of what Chef Ryan calls “customer favorites,” the Seafood Diaviola and their classic Chicken Alfredo. Other popular entrees include: Winner Winner Chicken dinner –half of a chicken roasted with chicken gravy or the Plantation Seafood Platter. For the steak folks there is the hand cut Ribeye Steak and Ribeye Supremo.

Beautiful Setting It’s not just the fab food; it is also the equally fab setting. The Fairway Bistro takes advantage of the magnificent golf course view, the dazzling sunsets and the tree framed emerald green fairways. It’s Southern Charm at its best and just the place to go for a relaxing meal or refreshing cocktail.

The Fairway Bistro at Lost Plantation Located at the LPGC golf course at Lost Plantation subdivision on Willowpeg Way in Rincon (912) 826-0155 | www.facebook.com/fairwaybistro Closed Mondays | Tues, Wed, Thurs 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. | Friday & Saturday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

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