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Table of Contents Features 12| Dental Sleep Medicine Dr. Barbara Ford helps you understand sleep apnea.

16 | Take A Hike Some of Western North Carolina’s best hikes and walks.

17 | Backpacking Recipes Some simple recipes to satisfy your hunger and give you energy.

46 | Garden Bloomers Betty Sharpless shares her love of tomatoes, basil and zucchini. Oh my!

Beauty & Fashion 28 | Casually Polished Men redefine cool this summer in statement pieces.

30 | Blurring The Lines Carson Abernathy discusses how fashion is not just a “girly” thing.

36 |The Long and Short Of It Jacqui Perry gives Erica Redd a new look.

48 | Angle Antics Laura K. Sullivan adds character to a space by using angles in the design.

In Every Issue 10 | Quick Tips A variety of inspiration and information.

14 | So-Social Favorite picks from social media expert, Kirsten Fuchs.

30 | Real Men Read Sophie

18 | All About Paul Kline shares points for a memorable hiking experience.

32 | Tips For Summer Foot Care Make the most of warm-weather months with sandal-shopping and foothealth advice.

52 | Meg’s Movie Review Meg Hale Brunton gives her scoop on “Captain America: The Winter Soldier.”

21 | Crafty Girl Make the perfect, easy backpack.

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56 | Calendar of Events

22 | Outdoors in Comfort & Style How to be fashionable while enjoying your summer.

41 | Sun & Soil Kristina Urquhart explains how to you can help support our ailing bees.

26 | Chiming In Susan Reinhardt tells of her love of Bearwallow Mountain.

44 | Tried And True Strawberry Icebox Cake, a family favorite prepared by Jackie Brown.

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In the May 2014 issue, we unintentionally misspelled the author and photographer’s names on The Meaning of Medicine article, page 12. Kirsten Cutler wrote the article and the photography was by Charles Cutler.

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Contributor Question

ANGELA RAMSEY BETTY SHARPLESS

JACKIE BROWN

My dog, Cocoa Bean and I work hard all summer, so our hiking happens in the fall and winter. We go to Hunting Island State Park in South Carolina.

Good trails and good seafood.

Can’t beat that! She loves the tide pools the best.

My husband and I like to escape the noise and enjoy a private picnic at the Blue Ridge Parkway visitor center. Afterwards, we take a light hike together on the trails. Bag lunches taste even better when we are together!

CARSON ABERNETHY

My favorite place to hike is Craggy Gardens in Asheville, however, I backpacked across the Olympic Peninsula last summer in Washington which I loved. My best memory of hiking is certainly when I climbed Mount Rainier last summer.

I love to retreat to my in-laws place on the “mountain”. Sometimes our whole family goes up to the top to take in the view. It feels so far away from everything on earth, but so much closer to heaven!

Do you have a favorite place to hike?

If you are not a hiker, where do you go for peace and quiet, and to connect with nature?

KIRSTEN FUCHS

I am not a hiker; however, I love nature and spending time outdoors taking photos. I love searching for God’s surprises in a beautiful flower or unique bugs and butterflies.

MEG HALE BRUNTON I try to take one of my dogs with me every time I go hiking. It’s so funny how different their personalities are out in the wilderness. Bronte, who is normally kind of pushy and rude, gets very insecure and looks back at me whenever she is unsure about her footing. Vonnegut, who is the smallest and most neurotic, is convinced that he can conquer any obstacle when outdoors. Marlowe, the sweetie, will drag me up the side of a mountain, slip his collar and bolt if I’m not careful.

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KRISTINA URQUHART SUSAN REINEHARDT My favorite spot is Bearwallow Mountain in Gerton, but I’m ready to try new spots. I’ve always wanted to go to Max Patch. I love hiking in St. John, in the U.S. Virgin Islands, which has beautiful hikes that lead to the most gorgeous beaches for snorkeling and swimming.

I’m not really a hiker. I love the idea of hiking and my personality would seem to fit with hiking, but it just doesn’t. I find that I look at my feet while hiking instead of experiencing the place I’m hiking. I look to my garden for my time with nature and if I ever have down time, I use it sitting in our backyard or on our property, enjoying our bees and the Tulip Poplars.

DEBI MANFRE

There are so many wonderful places to hike around here. I pack a lunch, dog treats and enjoy the day with my husband and our dog, Jakester.

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his is one of my favorite places to be. Outside. Hiking in the woods.

There is something quite magical about being in a place like the forest where you can’t hear traffic noise, clicking keyboards, and your cell phone won’t work. I love it.

Hiking comes naturally for me because I’ve always been a walker.

Growing up, we lived on a brick-paved street and I can remember walking back and forth, from one end of the street to the other, over and over again. Often after dark. You could do that back then. There is something sacred about repetitively putting one foot in front of the other that influences your emotional state of mind. When you’re walking, you keep moving forward, one step at a time. Just like life.

Walking is a great escape for me. If I feel sad, I go for a walk. If I have a big decision to make, I go for a walk. If I’m working on a project and feel stuck, I go for a walk. If I just want to be outside and feel the breeze and sunshine, I go for a walk. Being outside and moving allow creative ideas to flow more freely. I’ve found walking to be the perfect way to clear my head from the chatter that continually runs amok in my mind. We live in a fast-paced world and walking slows me down long enough to clear my thoughts and allow problem solving skills to come into play.

Our bodies are made for moving and the health benefits abound for walkers. Walking helps to ward off heart disease, diabetes, and lowers high blood pressure. It reduces stress, burns calories, and helps you sleep better. Without a doubt, a daily thirty-minute walk will make you healthier, refreshed, and give you more energy. And there is no place I’d rather walk than along a quiet country road or out in the woods.

We’ve put together a great hiking section for this month’s issue of Sophie. We share places to discover, yummy food to eat while out on a trail, what to wear to be comfortable, survival tips and hiking etiquette, and a cute backpack to make and carry. I hope you will check out the trails this summer.

We’re fortunate to live in a region where there are endless winding paths, wildflower fields, and stunning waterfalls to discover.

When hiking, you can be at once with someone, and alone. Surrounded by the harmony of the forest, feeling the serenity, and mesmerized by the splendor of nature; it’s the perfect place to be.

JeanAnn Taylor editor@sophiemagazine.com

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Quick Tips FATHER’S DAY In the United States, Father’s Day is on the third Sunday of June. It’s an occasion to mark and celebrate the contribution that fathers and father figures make for their children’s lives.

The campaign to celebrate the nation’s fathers did not meet with the same enthusiasm–perhaps because, as one florist explained, “fathers haven’t the same sentimental appeal that mothers have.” On July 5, 1908, a West Virginia church sponsored the nation’s first event explicitly in honor of fathers, a Sunday sermon in memory of the 362 men who had died in the previous December’s explosions at the Fairmont Coal Company mines in Monongah, but it was a one-time commemoration and not an annual holiday. The next year, a Spokane, Washington woman named Sonora Smart Dodd, one of six children raised by a widower, tried to establish an official equivalent to Mother’s Day for male parents. She went to local churches, the YMCA, shopkeepers and government officials to drum up support for her idea, and she was successful: Washington State celebrated the nation’s first statewide Father’s Day on July 19, 1910. Slowly, the holiday spread. In 1916, President Wilson honored the day by using telegraph signals to unfurl a flag in Spokane when he pressed a button in Washington, D.C. In 1924, President Calvin Coolidge urged state governments to observe Father’s Day. In 1972, in the middle of a hard-fought presidential re-election campaign, Richard Nixon signed a proclamation making Father’s Day a federal holiday at last.

ROSES | fun flower facts Roses can be used to show your passion, feeling and emotion. You can choose red roses if you want to show the people’s romance, love, and passion. If you want to show empathy, happiness, and familiar love, you can give yellow roses. To deliver the poetic romance and gentleness, choose soft pink roses.

You can find roses growing in almost every country in the world for this flower can adapt well in any kinds of weather. Thus, this flower is considered as a universal flower.

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Keep Your Face Fresh!

If you are applying old or tainted makeup, you may get more than you expected. Follow these guidelines for the recommended shelf life of your makeup products: • Lipstick and Lip Gloss ~ six months to one year • Mascara ~ three to four months • Liquid Foundation ~ one year • Loose Powder ~ two years

COMBAT MOSQUITOES NATURALLY Summertime is full of fun stuff – sun, lemonade, hiking, and fun family get togethers – but there’s one part of summer that’s not so fun: the BUGS. It’s the season for mosquitoes and other biting insects to come out in full force, causing your fingers to frantically scratch away.

Many of us are always on the lookout for natural ways to repel those pesky little bitters. Here are a few natural alternatives instead of using DEET-based repellents: •

Herbs: Basil, lemongrass, sage, and rosemary are good for us, but not for them. While they taste delicious on our food, they’re also known to repel mosquitoes. Grow an herb next to your outdoor patio or deck.

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Marigolds: Not only will they make a lovely addition to your garden, their scent keeps mosquitoes at bay. It is suggested to potting them next to your front door or near windows to prevent the pests from entering your home.

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Garlic: Eating raw garlic or cooking with it can repel mosquitoes for up to 6 hours. Oil from the garlic masks your natural scent, deterring the pests. If you don’t want to offend others around you, pick up some odor-free garlic supplements.

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Bats: Did you know that they can eat HUNDREDS of mosquitoes a night? Consider investing in a bat house to attract these nocturnal creatures.

JUNE IS NATIONAL FRESH FRUIT AND VEGETABLE MONTH

What a better time to celebrate the season’s bounty? Summer in North Carolina means lots of fresh fruits and vegetables, whether bought at your local farmers” market or ones you might grow yourself.

The USDA recommends that an individual consume between 2 and 2 1/2 cups of fresh fruits and vegetables each day. Eating this amount of fruits and vegetables each day will add fiber to the body for good digestion, ensure a person receives their recommended daily allowance of vitamins and minerals, and improve overall health. Fruits and vegetables are also linked to the prevention of serious diseases such as strokes, Type 2 diabetes, and heart disease.

SWIMSUIT SHOPPING. OH THE HORROR. Don’t let this yearly task ruin your summer. Here are a few ways to take the fear out of swimsuit shopping.

When you go shopping, try to pick a time of the week and day when stores will be less crowded. Weekdays and mornings are usually the best time to find a little extra privacy and you may even come across a store clerk who has time to help you.

Give yourself plenty of time. Don’t expect the first suit to be “the one.” Try on several before deciding which one to purchase. When you find a suit you really like, try it on in several sizes to determine which one fits you the best.

Wear the appropriate underwear. If you have your granny-panties on under the swimsuit, you can’t get a true idea of how the suit will look at the pool. You may not normally wear thong underwear, but they will work best for this mission.

Even if it’s still cold outside, bring a pair of flip-flops along to try on with the suit. You can’t get a true idea of how the bathing suit will look if you are wearing socks and boots with the suit.

Find swimsuits with the same features as your lingerie preferences. For example, if you always wear an underwire bra, you’ll probably be more comfortable and confident in a swimsuit with an underwire top. The same goes for bathing suit bottoms. Whether you like high-cut or bikini, go with what you know.

For a suit that suits, keep these tips in mind: • Large bold prints can camouflage bulges • A skirt can hide a tummy • A deep V halter and high cut legs will give the illusion of shapely curves • Solid color bottoms will minimize hips • A halter-top will lift and support large breasts Sophie JUNE 2014 | 11

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leep Apnea occurs when you stop breathing during sleep.

Sleep apnea is usually accompanied by snoring and restless sleep, and often times it is the bed partner of the person with sleep apnea that will notice and report the problems.

Sleep apnea is a big problem because if breathing is interrupted during sleep the body’s tissues will become starved of oxygen.

Dramatic drops in oxygen levels can affect major organs including the brain and heart. Sleep apnea has also been associated with the following systemic problems: • High blood pressure • Stroke • Heart disease • Diabetes • Depression • Worsening of Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) • Poor performance in everyday activities/mental fog • Motor vehicle crashes • Academic underachievement in children, adolescents and adults • Decreased sex drive • Excessive daytime sleepiness Dr. Barbara Ford is a UNC – Chapel Hill Dental Graduate and has enjoyed practicing dentistry for 33 years. She is a member of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM) and can provide FDA approved CPAP alternatives for treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA).

If you have been diagnosed by a Sleep Physician with OSA, you may be a candidate for a custom oral appliance that helps maintain an open airway throughout the night, so you can obtain a restful and re-energizing night of sleep.

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If you or someone you know is having difficulty staying asleep at night, Dr. Ford is able to use high resolution pulse oximeters for patients interested in finding out if their snoring or sleep breathing concerns may have a more serious underlying condition.

The patient will take the wrist-band pulse oximeter home and sleep for a few nights having their oxygen levels monitored. Results are downloaded to a webbased program for a summary of oxygen levels during the night. This information is given to the patient and treatment with a sleep physician is coordinated to confirm a sleep apnea diagnosis.

For moderate to severe sleep apnea, the traditional treatment is the use of a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), which ‘splints’ the patient’s airway open during sleep by means of a flow of pressurized air into the throat. The patient typically wears a plastic facial mask, which is connected by a flexible tube to a small bedside CPAP machine that generates the required air pressure to keep the patient’s airways open during sleep. Although CPAP therapy is extremely effective in reducing apneas, not all patients are good candidates for the CPAP and some patients find it uncomfortable to use.

High-resolution pulse oximeter.

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According to the AADSM, oral appliances are a front-line treatment for patients with mild to moderate Obstructive Sleep Apnea. The appliance fits in the mouth during sleep similar to a sports mouth guard.

It helps prevent the collapse of the tongue and soft tissues in the back of the throat, keeping the airway open during sleep and allowing for adequate air intake.

Follow-up visits and post-adjustment sleep studies help sleep physicians and dentists determine if oral appliance therapy is effectively treating their patient’s sleep apnea.

Some patients may use both the CPAP and oral appliance at different times.

There are six dentists in a 25 mile radius of Asheville that belong to the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine. These dentists have committed their practice to the Sleep Physician’s standards from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine to provide oral appliance therapy.

For more information concerning OSA, you can visit the aadsm.org website.

The dedicated team of caring professionals at Fox Dental Associates are continually on the forefront of advanced dentistry. In addition to Dr. Ford’s oral appliance therapy for sleep breathing disorders, Dr. Kevin

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From left to right: Dr. Mark Armistead, Dr. Kevin Fox and Dr. Barbara Ford Fox and Dr. Mark Armistead provide general dentistry, dental implants, wisdom teeth extractions, and root canal treatment.

Call 252-2791 to make a Dental Sleep Screening or new patient appointment. You will find the type of dentistry you cannot wait to tell your friends about.

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So-Social (Sophie Online) Social Media Favorites From Sophie’s Social Empress: Kirsten Fuchs

FAVORITE PINTEREST FIND: BOX OF SUNSHINE FAVORITE BLOG: MADDIE ON THINGS This is a blog about a man’s journey across the USA with his best friend Maddie the Coonhound. The photos are adorable and the stories are clever.

Theron and Maddie can be found on Facebook, Tumbler and the web. maddieonthings.com

Do you need to find a gift for someone special for their birthday? Have a sick relative in the hospital that needs something to cheer them up? Want to send a gift off to a child in college? Put together a box of sunshine using everything yellow! Line with yellow tissue paper and voila! Who wouldn’t love to receive sunshine in a box? I know I would!

FAVORITE LOCAL RESTAURANT OF THE MONTH: MEDEA’S ESPRESSO & JUICE BAR

FAVORITE APP: MY TALKING PET

My family and I have had a great time this week playing with this fun new app! You use a photo of your pet (or husband) and place markings on the eyes, mouth and chin and record a message and viola! You have your pet talking in seconds! Post to Facebook or send to a friend. I usually do not spend money on apps, but I saw this and it was well worth the 99¢!

I found my new favorite hangout spot! After seeing a few posts from friends on Facebook about this new restaurant, I ventured in for lunch with my friend and after three hours, left feeling refreshed and excited to tell everyone about “my” new place! I enjoyed a fresh veggie wrap and a cold-pressed juice called the Red Zinger. The owner, Medea, greeted us with a warm welcome and told us all about her vision for this amazing cafe and juice bar.

Her passion is clearly to provide people with local, organic, glutenfree food and drinks. Not everything is gluten-free, but it is an option and a tasty one, at that. What she is becoming most known for are the organic cold-pressed juices that they produce daily. If you are in South Asheville, stop in and tell her you read about her in Sophie. Get a juice and sit a while.

Medea’s is located at 200 Julian Lane in Arden (The Overlook at Lake Julian Plaza).

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Downtown Asheville’s Urban Trail: This is a 1.7 mile self-guided, walking tour with 30 stops, each with public sculptures depicting the history of downtown.

Urban Trail maps are availble at Pack Place, many downtown stores, and information centers in town.

Take a Hike!

Chimney Rock State Park: Take a short hike to the top of the Chimney for breathtaking views of the gorge and continue up some stairs to see the Devil’s Head. Don’t overlook the Four Seasons trail which begins near the Meadows and takes you through a beautiful deciduous forest and boulder fields. For more info, visit chimneyrockpark.com.

POPULAR LOCAL HIKES

Mount Pisgah Summit: Pass the ruins of George Vanderbilt’s hunting lodge on your way to a terrific view of downtown Asheville. Moderate; 1.3 miles Fryingpan Tower: Avoid the crowds at neighboring Mt. Pisgah. Panoramic views include a close-up view of Cold Mountain. Mt. Pisgah is 2.5 miles to the north and Looking Glass Rock is south. Milepost 409.6 on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Moderate; 1.5 miles Historic Rattlesnake Lodge: A beautiful forested hike on the Mountains to Sea Trail. Named for the remains of historic Rattlesnake Lodge. Moderate; 2.6 miles

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estern North Carolina boasts some of the highest peaks in the East. Thanks to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and numerous other federal and state parks, there are miles and miles of both easily accessible and more remote trails. There really is something for everyone wanting to explore our vast surrounding wilderness.

EASY-TO-ACCESS HIKES & WALKS (Convenient parking)

The NC Arboretum & Bent Creek Experimental Forest: Just off Brevard Road, these two are the closest to downtown. Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the gardens and exhibits, or venture into the woods. $8 per carload.

Free admission the first Tuesday of each month. Visit ncarboretum.org for more info.

Pisgah National Forest: Attractions include picnicking, exhibits at the Cradle of Forestry, the Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education, Sliding Rock (a natural water slide), waterfalls, fishing, tubing, and many free classes. Visit fs.usda.gov/nfsnc for more info.

Mount Mitchell State Park: Visit the highest point east of the Mississippi at an elevation of 6,684 feet. The park offers several hiking options: a short loop (less than a mile), a ridgeline hike with spectacular views and, for the most rugged adventurer, a trail that goes all the way to Black Mountain Campground. Parking and picnic areas are right on the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Check updates online at ncparks.gov.

Botanical Gardens at Asheville: Perfect for an after-dinner stroll with a halfmile loop across streams, through meadows, and over a woodland ridge to a wildflower cove with an authentic log cabin. Located just three miles north of downtown beside the University of North Carolina at Asheville. Visit ashevillebotanicalgardens.org for more info.

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Lovers’ Leap on the Appalachian Trail: This route follows the legendary Appalachian Trail to an incredible view at Lovers’ Leap, before following a peaceful mountain stream back to the trailhead. Moderate; 1.6 miles Graveyard Fields Waterfall Hike: See two stunning waterfalls, and maybe even find a few blueberries on this one-of-a-kind WNC hike. Easy; 3.2 miles The Black Balsam High Loop: This is one of the most scenic and view-filled hikes in WNC. On a clear day, Black Balsam is beyond compare. Moderate; 5.1 miles Craggy Gardens: Self-guided nature trail passes through a high-elevation Northern Hardwood forest to a Heath Bald, and finally into a Grassy Summet. Park at the Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center. Easy; 1.4 miles

WATERFALL HIKES

These are just a few of the many waterfalls throughout the WNC area. Remember to be safe. Wet rocks are slippery!

Looking Glass: This is one of the most popular waterfalls in Pisgah National Forest. Roadside access, crowded. Moderate - Difficult; 3.1 miles High Falls & Triple Falls, Dupont State Forest: Nice waterfalls, and a Hunger Games film location. Moderate; 3 miles Moore Cove Falls: This plunge-type falls is located in one of the most popular areas of the Pisgah National Forest. Short hike to view falls. Easy; 1.4 miles Horsepasture River: Scenic nature trail that features five waterfalls and plenty of wildlife in the Nantahala National Forest. Moderate; 3 miles Catawba Falls: Locate in the Pisgah National Forest near Old Fort. Easy Moderate; 3 miles Grassy Creek Falls: Adjacent to the Blue Ridge Parkway in Little Switzerland (near Milepost 334). Easy - Moderate; 2 miles

Backpacking Recipes Here are some simple recipe ideas that will satisfy your hunger and give you energy while hiking the many trails in WNC. Chickpea Ginger Wrap

Makes 2 servings.

You can make it at home, or you can assemble it on the trail.

Ingredients: • 1 16 oz. can chickpeas, drained and rinsed • 1 bell pepper (any color or a combination), sliced • 2 tbsp. shallots, chopped • 1/2 tsp. dry ginger • 1 tbsp. ground cumin • 1 tbsp. sugar • 1 1/2 tbsp. lemon juice or 3 packets of True Lemon • Salt and pepper to taste • 2 flour tortillas or pita pockets Directions: At home: If making the wrap ahead of time, combine the chickpeas, bell pepper, and shallots in a bowl. Sprinkle with the ginger, cumin, sugar and lemon and stir well to combine. Place half of the mixture on each of the tortillas and roll up. Wrap in plastic wrap or foil.

If you are planning on making the wrap on the trail, combine the chickpeas, bell pepper and shallots in a zip locking plastic bag. In a second bag, place the ginger, cumin, sugar and packets of True Lemon. (If you are using lemon juice, put in a screw-top container.) Wrap the tortillas or pitas in foil and carry separately. Once you are ready to assemble, combine the two bags. Wrap the chickpeas mixture in the tortilla and eat.

Recipe courtesy of onepanwonders.com

Beefy Noodle Bowl

Makes 2 servings.

Ingredients: • 3 tbsp. beef jerky, shredded • 1 3-oz. package Ramen noodles • 1 1-oz. package instant onion soup • 2 tbsp. dried mixed vegetables • 1/4 tsp. garlic powder • 1/4 tsp. ground ginger • 1/2 tsp. dried cilantro • 1-2 packets soy sauce Directions: At home: Discard the flavor packet from the noodles, and combine all of the dry ingredients in a quart size, freezer zip lock bag.

On the trail: Boil about 2 cups of water. Add water to zip lock bag, then stir well until noodles are soft and vegetables are rehydrated. Season with soy sauce to taste.

Recipe courtesy of onepanwonders.com

Photo by Debi Manfre

No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Bars

Ingredients: • 1 cup peanut butter Optional added ingredients: • 3/4 cup honey • 1/3 cup of dried cranberries • 3 cups quick (instant) oatmeal • 1/4 chopped pecans Directions: Combine the peanut butter and honey in a medium saucepan and warm over low heat. Stir constantly until mixed thoroughly. Remove from heat and add in the oatmeal and any optional items. Press into a 9×9 inch ungreased pan and let cool. Cut into bars and store in plastic baggies. No need to refrigerate. Makes 16 (2x2 inch) bars.

Customize by adding dried fruit, nuts, coconut, protein powder, seeds, flax, or wheat germ.

Recipe courtesy of wildbackpacker.com

Gigi’s Granola

Ingredients: • 4 cups of old fashioned oatmeal • 1 & 1/2 cups of slivered almonds • 1 & 1/2 cups of chopped walnuts • 3/4 cup of golden raisins • 3/4 cup of dried cranberries • 1 cup of dark chocolate chips • 2 tsp. cinnamon • 1/2 cup olive oil • 1/2 cup of honey Directions: Preheat oven to 300 degrees.

Mix oatmeal, nuts, cinnamon, oil, and honey together. Spread onto cookie sheet. Bake for 15 minutes. Take out and stir. Bake for another 10 minutes. Take out and stir. Add raisins and cranberries. Bake for another 10 minutes. Cool before adding chocolate chips unless you like them melted in the granola. Store in an airtight container.

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All About | HIKING Written By Paul Kline Photograph by JeanAnn Taylor

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grew up in Minnesota where my two brothers and I spent many weekends hiking and camping in the woods and trails of the Boundary Waters. We still try to make a trip together every summer for some brotherly bonding and to experience the primitive, yet peaceful life only camping can offer. On our last camping adventure, we spent seven nights sleeping under the stars, and as it turned out, the rain. My wife says she loves camping, but after 17 years together, she still hasn’t camped overnight with me. We do however enjoy hiking and exploring new trails. As long as we’re home by nightfall, it’s all good.

Through the years, I’ve learned several tips and tricks to make a hiking experience one you will remember with fondness, rather than disappointment. Whether you are going on a short two-hour hike or a longer six-hour hike, you need to be prepared for the unexpected as well as the expected.

First, it’s important to wear the appropriate clothing and shoes.

Wearing hiking boots will offer the support your feet and legs need. Also, dress in layers. When you leave your home, it may be 75 degrees, but when you hike up to the top of a mountain, the temperature can drop 20 degrees or more. Stash a jacket in your backpack and don’t forget your hat! Sunscreen and sunglasses can also make your hiking trip more enjoyable.

Next, a backpack is essential. It should fit your body and be large enough to carry all of the necessary supplies. Water, is of course, the most vital thing to pack. Even though it’s heavy, bring enough to last for the entire hike. If you don’t drink enough water, your body simply can’t perform as well. You can actually become too weak to continue walking. Dehydration also leads to hypothermia and altitude sickness.

While you usually have a general idea of how long your hike will be, sometimes things just don’t turn out as planned. You may get lost, you may gaze at a stream or waterfall longer than anticipated, or you may fall asleep as you leave the cares of your world in the parking lot and become mesmerized at the beauty of nature. Bring extra food just in case your hiking trip lasts longer than expected and you need a little extra fuel to keep you going.

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Depending on the trail, you may or may not need a map, but sometimes a map can also inform you of rest stops and other pertinent information. I also suggest carrying a flashlight even if you don’t plan on hiking after dark, again, just in case. A first-aid kit, knife, blanket, and rain jacket may also be items you’ll be glad you have with you.

Now that you’re on the trail with everything you need for a safe and enjoyable hike, be aware that there are several unwritten hiking etiquette rules.

First, hike quietly. Most people hike to get away from civilization and to enjoy the sounds of nature, not loud voices. Keep your voice low to hear birds singing, water rushing, and the breeze blowing through the trees, as well as the silence of the forest.

I’m always shocked to see litter on a trail. Why someone who cares enough about nature to go hiking, would leave their trash there, is beyond my comprehension. If you pack it in, pack it back out. Period.

If you bring your pet, be sure to keep it on a leash. Un-controlled pets can disturb wild animals as well as other hikers. And don’t forget a plastic bag to pick up after your pet. You know what I mean.

Leave what you find. Those wildflowers are beautiful but if you pick them, they’ll most likely be dead by the time your hike is finished anyway. Leave them for others to enjoy and for nature to naturally progress. Take only photographs, leave only footprints.

Stay on the trail, even if that means walking through a mud puddle. If hikers consistently walk around a puddle, the trail will widen and compromise its sustainability. Walk in single file if the trail is narrow.

If you build a fire, use previously constructed fire rings and keep it as small as possible. Make sure it is completely smothered before leaving.

Keep in mind that you are in the home of wild animals. It’s you, not them, who is visiting. Deer will quickly flee when approached, but a bear is not as predictable, and is obviously an animal you don’t want to startle. My wife solves this dilemma by wearing a jingle bell on one of her hiking boots. It makes just enough sound to alarm the bears, but isn’t loud enough to be annoying. Well, not much anyway.

Hopefully we’ll have plenty of sunny days this summer so that we can get out and enjoy the trails. The waterfalls, spectacular views, and fresh air are calling my name. And, maybe this will be the summer we actually spend the entire night out under the moon and stars.

Paul Kline is the owner of North Star Construction. Visit nscbuilds.com.

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Crafty Girl

The Perfect Pack Created by JeanAnn Taylor

This sewing project is perfect for an experienced seamstress because it’s fun. And it’s perfect for a beginner because it’s easy! Place all of your hiking essentials in this backpack and you’re ready for a day on the trail.

Go to sophiemagazine.com for instructions on making this backpack.

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Explore the Great Outdoors in Comfort & Style Stay cool and fashionable this summer in colorful sportswear.

WATERSPORTS OUTFIT Patagonia R1 Fleece Pullover $129 Patagonia Meridian Board Shorts $49 Patagonia Capilene 1 Silkweight Tank $29 Chaco ZX/1 Yampa Sandals $100

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LIFESTYLE OUTFIT Horny Toad Samba Wave Tank Dress $79 Pistil Cecily Belt $38 Olukai Paniolo Hibiscus Sandals $85 Kavu Rope Sling Bag $49

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HIKING OUTFIT Arc’Teryx A2B Shirt $69 Arc’Teryx Rabat Short $89 Oboz Luna Low Hiking Shoes $125 Patagonia Atom Sling Bag $45

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RUNNING OUTFIT Moving Comfort Endurance Tee $45 Moving Comfort Flow Capri $68 Brooks Cascadia 9 Running Shoes $120

Photographer: Duncan Chaboudy duncanchaboudy.com 828-275-4774 Asssistant: Jared Andrews

Clothing & Accessories:

Model: Sarah Merrell Hair Stylist: Yulia Kuznetsov

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Chiming In

Falling In Love With Bearwallow Mountain Written by Susan Reinhardt

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he sun had just begun its early evening decent as a friend and I packed a cooler, leashed the dog, and drove about 20 minutes from my home to a place I’ve come to adore: Bearwallow Mountain, situated more than 4,000 feet above sea level in Henderson County.

It’s not a hike for the faint of heart or rapid beats, but a pretty steep, one-mile climb to the grassy summit where cows graze and pasture-land opens up like a greeting card to reveal the rewards of the journey.

The views are simply outstanding, and plenty of huge rocks and sprawling land provide the perfect setting to spend the day - vistas overlooking Mount Mitchell, Mount Pisgah and the Balsams. It’s almost as if one can view several states from the top.

Hikers are also treated to the waves of purple peaks over much of rural Buncombe, Henderson counties and Asheville as well.

Bearwallow is privately owned and rises above Hickory Nut Gorge, Chimney Rock and Lake Lure. It’s free and anyone is welcome.

The mountain has been a popular destination for those lucky hikers who’ve known about it for years. Because of a conservation easement on the land and a lovely trail leading to the pinnacle, Bearwallow is officially open to the public, according to hikewnc.info I’m surprised to have lived in this area for nearly three decades, and had never heard of Bearwallow until two years ago while scouting places to take my dog. I’m even quite ashamed to admit that unless one counts the occasional trip to Craggy Gardens or the trails near the Blue Ridge Parkway’s Visitor Center, I’d been a non-hiker.

All this beauty and nature that is ours for the taking, and I was too busy either working or raising children.

Hiking is not only excellent exercise, but is also so good for the soul.

This is the perfect season to duck from the gyms and lace up those boots and sneakers for some outdoor offerings.

As we made our way to Bearwallow’s summit, we stopped to study the unique plants and unusual growths of trees, the water trickling down rocks, and smells of the earth revealing itself to springtime.

Once we reached the top, we spread out a blanket and enjoyed a picnic while the dog roamed the pastures and easy breezes blew, relieving the sun’s domination.

“People would pay thousands of dollars to see a view like this,” I said to my friend, as we sipped from water bottles and nibbled breads and cheeses. “I can’t believe we live in a place where all of this is free.”

My college son and his friends are also huge fans of Bearwallow, just 19 miles from Asheville and on the way to Chimney Rock, its sweeping visions leading to a silence of pure appreciation.

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Susan and Buddy hiking in the Asheville Mountains.

gree view of mountains. It’s amazing, and I was perfectly content just sitting there for a couple of hours.”

While the mountain was named for bears wallowing in the meadows, cows are the predominate animal, and their pies are plentiful, so tread carefully.

For me and my little Mazda, the only drawback is the bumpy, unpaved road up the mountain for a couple of miles to reach this piece of paradise.

Parking is alongside the road, and to enter the hike, one will see a rusted gate and a sign marking the trail. The good news is that it’s a semi-shady hike, and once the mile to the top is reached, there’s a service road for descending the mountain.

After discovering the joys of a challenging hike, I’ll never toss a loving wink at a Stairmaster again. Ever.

For information go to hikewnc.info/trailheads/bearwallow-mountain/

Susan Reinhardt is the author of the hilarious and quirky novel “Chimes from a Cracked Southern Belle,” along with “Not Tonight Honey, Wait ‘Til I’m a Size 6,” “Don’t Sleep with a Bubba.” and “Dishing with the Kitchen Virgin.” susanreinhardt.com

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Casually Polished Men will redefine cool this summer. Impeccably tailored, casual is more dressed up. Dressed up is more dressed down.

A statement piece or two doesn’t have to be tricky, right?

Izod Bold Checks– Panes, plaids and gingham check shirts are both office worthy and weekend ready.

These are shirts that work as hard as you do.

Linen– Great style begins with spring’s favorite fabric. It is a seasonal staple that loves warm weather. Men will be stylish, comfy and confident.

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Ocean & Coast

Izod

Saddlebred

Suspenders– Ask the Brits who love their braces!

Weekend or workplace, a little old school flair goes a long way. Suspenders are re-emerging in whimsical patterns and preppy colors. Style guys are weighing in.

Spring Pant– Slim fit bottoms are a given, while new oxford cloth and washed down colors are an instant update.

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REAL MEN READ SOPHIE

We know that men read Sophie, so send a photo of your man reading Sophie to writer@sophiemagazine.com, and you may see your photo published in the magazine!

Judge Edwin D. Clontz, 28th Judicial District

Sharon Rankins’ grandson, Tyler loves Sophie

Blurring the Lines Written by Carson Abernathy The Fashion industry has been forever tattooed with the stereotype of a “female interest” prioritized business. Often, when people think of fashion, they often think of all things sparkly, frilly, or “girly.” I hate using the term “girly” as if an entire idea can be succinctly summarized as something that appeals primarily to women. However, this common automatic association is unfair.

Who says a guy cannot like fashion, or sparkles, or the color pink? Why perpetuate the gender stereotype that girls are so linked, or obsessed, with a princess and pink complex? Fashion is a field that is trivialized as female prioritized, therefore commonly dismissed, as if the entire fashion industry is just another “girly” thing.

However, fashion is not just another “girly” thing. It is not even another “frivolous thing,” or “superficial thing.” Fashion mirrors culture, and as culture changes around us, the fashion industry reflects that. While fashion has long been an industry directed towards female interest, the world is constantly modernizing. The 21st century is notable for less discrimination and more open viewpoints than any time in history. Likewise, the line between man and woman is being blurred and previous industries that prioritized one gender are beginning to incorporate both.

The fashion world is at the vanguard of these evolving attitudes. In years past, a man interested in fashion would commonly be seen as weird or gay.

But in the past two decades, it is much more common and acceptable to see a guy walking down the street wearing pink or purple. Fashion designers are embracing social changes, and reflecting those changing attitudes in their clothing lines. Starting with Annie Hall, women began wearing blazers, loafers, ties and traditional men’s clothing. Not only is this socially acceptable, it is fashionable. Through wearing clothing that is typically associated with men, women are defying the traditional standards they have to dress a certain way in order to remain attractive.

Additionally, it is now interesting and appealing for men to be into fashion. Men have obtained an increasingly large emphasis in the fashion world.

Metrosexual has lost some of the negative connotations. Fashion companies and magazines have been integrating menswear into their work more and more. Leading designers have made menswear a much more prominent part of their collections and shows. Not only are designers incorporating designer menswear, their efforts are paying off as more men are interested in a large proportion of their sales. Calvin Klein, one of the most renowned artists of the fashion world recently stated, “There has been a change in men’s attitudes toward their clothes. Men are more aware of fashion; they’re not afraid of it.”

The recent increase in popularity of menswear goes much further than fashion. It represents the progress that we are making as a society as we increasingly become a more liberal and open-minded culture. As the fashion world begins to emphasize more menswear, the view of what is acceptable continues to evolve. Slowly, the world is changing, one suit at a time.

Carson is a rising senior at Asheville School. She loves fashion and writing. She is looking forward to writing for Sophie Magazine this summer, and working for Yolos Ice Cream Shop in North Asheville!

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Tips for Summer Foot Care Written By Steven L. Haddad, MD

Make the most of warm-weather months with sandal-shopping and foot-health advice.

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ith summer around the corner, it’s time to cast off heavy socks and boots in favor of open-toed shoes and sandals. As your feet emerge from hibernation, consider these tips for summer foot care, courtesy of the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society.

your feet or ankles when wading. And if you’re taking to the woods or wild grassy areas, cover your feet and legs with shoes and socks to prevent ticks from attaching to bare skin. Some ticks carry Lyme disease, and covering up on hikes can protect you.

Sporting sandals? Stability, support and protection should be top-ofmind when you’re sandal shopping. Look for a sandal with a low, stable sole and a heel cup that allows the sandal to remain well-aligned on your foot while you walk. A toecap will keep your toes from being stubbed.

And don’t forget arch support, which helps distribute pressure evenly and makes sandals more comfortable.

Tips for kids: Foot hygiene can be challenging for children in summer, especially if they wear sneakers without socks. Going sockless can create a breeding ground for bacteria inside kids’ shoes. Encourage your kids to wear lightweight socks, or try light summer shoes with mesh uppers that can be washed easily to control bacteria growth and odor.

What about flip-flops? They’re everywhere, and while they may have a limited place in your warm-weather wardrobe, flip-flops should not be worn as an everyday summer shoe. Flip-flops provide zero support for your feet and ankles, and their structure leaves you open to toe stubs and ankle injuries. Limit your flip-flop use to the poolside or for short strolls up the block. Never wear them on uneven terrain.

Some pre-pedicure advice: Before heading to the salon, inspect your feet. If you find cracked skin, cuts or blisters, you should delay your visit until the skin is healed. These skin problems can provide an entry point for bacteria, which could lead to infection. Most nail salons are careful about cleaning footbaths between clients, but any bacteria that are left behind can cause infections in open skin.

Pass the sunscreen. When you’re slathering on sunscreen everywhere else, remember your feet need sun protection, too. The upper surface of the foot generally lies perpendicular to the rays of the sun when standing.

This positioning makes your feet susceptible to more ultraviolet radiation than other parts of the body. Rub sunscreen liberally over the tops and sides of the feet as well as in between toes. Remember to reapply sunscreen to feet and legs throughout the day, especially after swimming.

Open shoes equal dirt and dryness. Ever notice how much dirt and sand accumulate on your feet when you’re wearing sandals or going barefoot? Clean feet resist infections, so wash your feet carefully, including in between your toes. Dry thoroughly with your own towel, not one you share with others. If dryness develops, apply moisturizer to the soles and the tops of your feet.

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Steven L. Haddad, MD, is an orthopaedic foot and ankle surgeon with the Chicago-area Illinois Bone & Joint Institute and president of the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS). The AOFAS maintains a patient-education website, FootCareMD.org, which features articles on various foot and ankle conditions and their treatments.

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The Long and Short of It Makeover Written and Coordinated by Jacqui Perry | Photography by Kirsten Fuchs

Making a difference in someone’s life is a big deal for many of us and I find it so inspiring when I hear stories or meet individuals who make this a priority. Meet our June makeover model, Erica Redd, who does just that by donating her hair to Locks of Love.

Jacqui: Our readers can see you just had several inches of your hair cut. This would be a major thing for some but you grow your hair so that you can donate it to Locks of Love. Why is this important to you?

Erica: This is something I have done for ten years now. It is such a wonderful feeling knowing that you are helping someone in need. Hair is such a personal thing and when you don’t have hair this donation is huge! I’ve known women who have received wigs from Locks of Love and it makes such a difference with their self esteem. They are so appreciative and that makes it all worth while.

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Jacqui: Who or what inspires you?

Erica: My mom and grandmother! They are such strong women and I strive to be like them. We have such a strong family bond but we are also best friends.

Jacqui: I know you have a lot going on with work. Tell me what you do.

Erica: I am a freelance digital artist. I do on the computer what other artists do on canvas. I love fantasy characters and this comes through in my art. I also work at Mitchell’s Tuxedo and I am so thankful to the owner Kathy who has been so supportive of me and gave me a job.

Jacqui: Why a makeover?

Erica: I just needed inspiration to know that I am a beautiful person. It’s easy to become lazy and not do anything with yourself. This makeover has given me a kick start and is perfect timing.

Jacqui: What do you strive for each day?

Erica: No matter what always be nice to people and smile. Fake it if you have to because you don’t know what that smile might mean to someone. I am very openminded and optimistic about everything!

Erica’s new look shows that she is beautiful on the outside as well as inside. And yes, she has a big genuine smile on her face!

Clothes and accessories: Belk, Asheville Mall Salon Manager: Linda White for Carmen! Carmen! at Belk, Asheville Mall Hair: Paul Gallaher for Carmen! Carmen! at Belk, Asheville Mall Makeup: Tara Leammookda for Origins at Belk, Asheville Mall Photographer: Kirsten Fuchs

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Interested in a makeover? Send your photo and 75 words of why you need a makeover to info@luminousyouinc.com.

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Shannon White Sheila Dattilo Shelby Shields

A Convention of Celebration Photographs by Amanda Crompton Photography

The North and South Carolina’s 2014 Beta Sigma Phi Convention met during the weekend of April 25 at the Expo Center of the Crowne Plaza Resort in Asheville NC. Nearly 400 sorority sisters came together to celebrate the many accomplishments of the previous year.

Beta Sigma Phi is a non-academic international women’s sorority where women have the opportunity to serve their community with cultural programs and service projects. There are more than 200,000 members worldwide.

The room was delightfully decorated with yellow roses, the flower of the sorority. The sisters were honored to have JeanAnn Taylor as the inspirational speaker at the Saturday luncheon. Her encouraging story had them laughing out loud at times, and then holding back tears.

If you would like to learn how to become a member, please contact, 1stcoles@gmail.com or call Linda Rice at 828-645-7508.

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JeanAnn Taylor, Inspirational Speaker

Vivan Iddings, Kansas City, MA – International guest, Director of Services and Division Chairman for 22 states and Germany

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Plant These To Help Save Bees!

Bees are one of our most valuable pollinators. They are responsible for pollinating 80 percent of the world’s plants. Without the hard work of bees, our food supply would be dramatically decreased. You can help bees by planting bee-friendly plants.

HERBS

LAVENDER

CATMINT

SAGE

CILANTRO

THYME

FENNEL

BORAGE

PERENNIALS

CROCUS

BUTTERCUP

ASTER

HOLLYHOCKS

ANEMONE

SNOWDROPS

GERANIUM

ANNUALS

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SWEET ALYSSUM

POPPY

SUNFLOWER

ZINNIA

CLEOME

HELIOTROPE

Sun & Soil

“How Sweet It Is” Written by Kristina Urquhart

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he summertime is all about bees. It’s all about pollinators, really, but around our homestead, we have our antennas up, our wings ready and our pollen baskets filled. We’re hyper-focused on the honeybees, in part, because the next few months are their biggest season – and a good foraging season and nectar flow means a good amount of honey. And that can mean the difference between life and death in winter.

But let’s keep it upbeat, shall we? Whether you’re a beekeeper, a bee admirer, or a gardener, or just have a passion for pollinators, you can play your part to support ailing honeybee and native bee populations. First, let’s look at best growing practices for pollinators.

Say “no way” to spray. Many people don’t realize the connection between pesticides and honeybees. The word “pesticides” is a broad term that includes fungicides, herbicides and insecticides. While they are generally used to control “bad” bugs that may damage crops, they are poisonous to honeybees, native pollinators, and basically any living thing that comes into contact with them (that includes you!). The hands-down best way to support honeybee and native bee populations is to put the spray away – for good.

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Catmint Cilantro Cosmos Dill Echinacea Fennel

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Strawberry Sunflower Sweet Alyssum Thyme Zinnia

Follow Kristina Mercedes Urquhart’s homesteading exploits on her blog, kristinamercedes.tumblr.com.

A lot goes a long way. When a honeybee goes out to forage for nectar, she will only visit one type of plant per trip. As such, she’s likely to visit those plants only if there is an abundance of it nearby. For this reason, grow your bee-friendly vegetation in large patches or clumps, rather than a single flowering plant. Grow a variety of early, middle and late blooming flowers so that there is always something available for the bees staggered throughout the season.

Home Sweet (Bee) Home. Natives like leafcutter and mason bees like to lay their eggs and raise their brood in tunnels. You can attract them to your yard or farm by erecting ready-made, “artificial” housing on your property. Etsy (etsy.com) is a great place to find handmade wooden bee habitats made by artisans across the country.

And then of course, you need the plants. Here are some of the bees’ favorite flowers, herbs and fruits. Remember, this list is by no means complete. A quick online search will procure hundreds of flowering plants that honeybees and native bees will happily visit, pollinate and gather nectar from – and that you will enjoy planting, tending to and watching grow all season long. Happy Summer!

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Girls on the Run of WNC’s Volunteer Spotlight on Larissa Berberick -

Smoky Mountain Relay SoleMates Team Captain Under the leadership of Larissa Berberick, a team of 13 women set out on a 38-hour adventure that would take them from the Pink Beds in Pisgah National Forest to the Nantahala Outdoor Center near Bryson City, traversing some of the most beautiful, but challenging, terrain in the Southeast. This Smoky Mountain Relay (SMR) team committed to completing 212.5 miles, divvied up into 36 legs ranging from 2.5 miles to 10 miles, and from moderate to very difficult, some of which would happen in the dark!

As if the race itself was not challenging enough, these women also set a goal to raise $3,000 for the Girls on the Run of WNC scholarship fund! Berberick, a coach and advocate of GOTR since 2010, came up with the idea to pull together a SMR SoleMates team and dedicated countless hours over the past 9 months to recruit, train and lead this team across the finish line on April 26, 2014.

GOTR of WNC Board Chair, Angie Dorsey was a member of the SMR SoleMates team and shared, “Prior to the SMR, I had no idea how simply AMAZING Larissa Berberick is. I knew her as a dedicated GOTR coach & volunteer whose smiling face seemed to be at every race. When she approached me about the relay team she was organizing to raise funds for GOTR, she made spending 2 days in 2 vans with 12 other women running 212 miles sound like so much fun. (Really!)

She kept our team constantly informed and prepped us for our adventure, including how and what to pack. She devised our training plans and organized group long runs. It wasn’t

SMR SoleMates Team (left to right): Denise Lockett, Mindy Smith, Carrie Peterson, Lizzie Sager, Jody Grabowski, Christy Traylor, Larissa Berberick, Sarah McMillan, Lou McLean, Nakisha Fouch, Rhonda Cox, Cortney Love, and Angie Dorsey

until the actual race, when you see how many logistical details are involved with keeping the team safe, together, and locating each runner where she needed to be - whether at midnight on a county road or 5 am on a dark trail- that I truly realized how much of her time and energy she spent in the months prior to the race to get our team across the finish line. Under Larissa’s outstanding leadership, our team raised $5,315.00, all while experiencing an adventure of a lifetime. Thank you Larissa!”

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Register, Volunteer, and Learn More at gotrwnc.org or (828) 713-4290

Donate to GOTR of WNC If you would like to make a tax-deductible donation to Girls on the Run of WNC, checks can be mailed to 50 S. French Broad Ave, Suite 249, Asheville, NC 28801, or you can visit their website: gotrwnc.org/donate.

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Tried And True

Strawberry Icebox Cake Ingredients: • 16 oz whipping cream • 1/4 cup confectioner’s sugar • Box of vanilla wafers, graham crackers or gluten free animal crackers • 2 pounds strawberries, capped, washed and sliced • 3/4 cup milk or dark chocolate chips

A Berry Good Dessert Written and prepared by Jackie Brown

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hen I was a child I could not wait until strawberry season.

I could inhale the sweetness, feel the bumpy seeds pop on my tongue and watch the juices drip down my elbows. My mom would buy an entire flat of bright red berries at a nearby farm and attempt to save part of them for her favorite recipes. As an adult, I still love strawberries and pass this on to my children. My girls adore fresh strawberries and this icebox cake has become a family favorite of ours.

It’s fantastic served refrigerated or frozen and taken on picnics. When the berries are at their peak of ripeness and nutrition, you will need two pounds of perfect berries for this recipe.

The icebox cake dates back to World War I, taking popularity in the 1920’s and 30’s. It was a shortcut method of using premade ingredients.

Today’s healthier ingredients allow us to choose trans-fat free or gluten free options. Try varying this recipe with your favorite wafer, cracker or health concern ingredient.

Many stores carry gluten-free animal crackers which makes a fun children’s version. Graham cracker sheets create this cake in just minutes.

Finally, the piped chocolate takes the icebox cake to the next level and makes people think you spent a ton of time creating this masterpiece.

Don’t let the five ingredients fool you; combining these simple luscious ingredients will create the easiest, yet freshest icebox cake you’ll ever taste.

Now where are your berries?

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Directions: • Mix whipping cream with powdered sugar and whip until stiff peaks form.

Spread 1/3 of the whipped topping on the bottom of a 9×13 pan. Top with 1/2 of your cracker choice. Next layer 1/3 of the sliced berries. Repeat layering process one more time.

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The top layer will end with the whipped cream and strawberries.

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Measure 3/4 cup regular or dark chocolate chips in a small glass bowl. Melt 1 minute 30 seconds at 50% power in your microwave.

Continue warming for 30 seconds at a time until the chocolate is warm enough to stir and melt. Scoop into a quart size plastic bag and clip 1/2” on the corner.

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Pipe a zig-zag pattern on your fresh ice box cake.

This is the fun part!

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Refrigerate for company or freeze and take on a picnic in a cooler.

Enjoy with family or friends.

Are you looking for more wholelicious recipes for your busy lifestyle? Freezer Fairy is the answer!

48 wholelicious servings in 2 hours, visit freezerfairy.com Freezer Fairy, Jackie Brown

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Garden Bloomers

Tomatoes and Basil and Zucchini! Oh My! Written By Betty Sharpless | Photograph by JeanAnn Taylor

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hile I love every month of the year, June is just the best month of them all, not just because it’s my birthday month either!

June means strawberries from Leicester, tailgate markets every day, everywhere, Montford Park Players, late nights on the front porch…

What’s not to like about June!

All of these plants are easy to grow. Tomatoes and basil from plants, zucchini from seeds. Let’s get those plants in the soil, and next September we will talk about preserving them for wintry months ahead.

Hooray for June!

The most important thing about June is NOW it is time to plant tomatoes, basil and zucchini. These three easy to grow plants are the basis of everything that is tasty about summer, at least in my kitchen. I grow this trio, not just for summer eating, but also to preserve summer long into the winter months in the form of sauces, pesto and cakes. Planning now for fall preserves will ensure that one cold, windy January night, you will breath in the smell of summer in the form of pasta with roasted tomato and pesto sauce. This will give you enough hope to last until the following June.

Tomatoes come in many forms, but I would suggest you grow just three kinds if you are a beginner gardener or patio gardener. Of course you need a cherry sized tomato for immediate eating and roasting for next winter. While many people like a Sweet 100, for flavor and sturdiness, my favorite is called chocolate cherry. It has a larger fruit and seems pretty resistant to diseases. You also want a slicing tomato, like Better Big Girl for sandwiches. Most importantly, you want a saucing tomato.

My current favorite is San Marzano, which was not at all affected by last year’s blight. This tomato originated in southern Italy. Enough said.

Trying to pick a favorite zucchini is just impossible. As a single person household, I am very fond of Rond de Nice, a nice single serving zuke that grows on a bush type plant. Pick your zucchini when it is small and tender. Zucchini will adapt to any flavors so add it to everything, or just slice it into wedges and dip it into your favorite summer dips.

When growing basil, I would recommend three plants per person per household. You may think that is a lot, but once you have tasted fresh basil in your cooking, you will agree. This amount also allows you to put up pesto, one container for each cold month should do you. I grow my basil in the midst of my flowering containers on the front porch. It is a lovely plant and plays well with geraniums and petunias. By keeping it close to the kitchen, it will be that much easier to incorporate it into everyday cooking.

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Betty finds a spot for one more basil plant in her garden.

Betty Sharpless is a professional free-lance gardener who is looking forward to seeing what kind of tomatoes they grow in Scotland.

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Angle Antics Written by Laura K. Sullivan, Allied ASID, CAPS

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ngles give a dynamic or welcoming feel to the space. Visual interest is what you balance in design. Different colors, shapes, and sizes all create different degrees of interest. It is the distribution of this interest that you need to control, which adds characteristics to an interior space that are beyond the norm. This can be achieved in a space by taking some fairly simple measures without having to break the bank. One way this can be done is by creating angles with items you already have.

Furniture can be one of the quickest things to put on an angle, when you have the right plan. Before you get started on re-arranging your house there are just a few tips to keep in mind for when you begin, don’t worry about being perfect, don’t limit yourself, corners matter, you CAN over do it, and unity.

When creating angles most people have the preconceived notion that they have to be perfect triangles. Don’t worry about creating the perfect triangle with your sofa and two chairs. Balance is the key to making your angles give the appearance of being intentional and settled. Wider angles create a more welcoming and open feel.

Don’t limit yourself to only large pieces of furniture. Small accessory items can be put on an angle as well to show off specific pieces. Creating a focal point with them is a nice option. Experiment with different pieces in your home, and just have fun with it!

When thinking about corners most people have a difficult time knowing what to do with them. Placing a piece of furniture, such as a small book case, armoire, or floor lamp on an angle in a corner can create a great focal point as long as the size is proportional to the space.

Be careful when you begin placing items on angles because it can be addictive, and you can over do it! Steer clear of angling everything in your home because it will just feel chaotic and not grounded. Use this technique sporadically in your home in order to reduce that chaotic feel, but also because some pieces just aren’t right for angling.

Unity, along with balance, is key in implementing this technique. Placement is an important aspect when creating the necessary unity in the layout. Some items, when angled, may feel like they’re “outsiders” and just not part of the grand scheme of things, or may look un-planned. You want it to feel intentional and to flow well, so think of creating a cohesive grouping while angling away!

Visit idologyasheville.com for more information.

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Meg’s Movie Review

“Captain America: The Winter Soldier” Written by Meg Hale Brunton

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think what appeals to audiences about the comic book character of Captain America is that he is such a decent human-being, who started out as an average (even slightly below-average) guy. Since he was frozen in time during the 1940’s, then thawed out in the present, he has all the chivalry and sense of personal ethics that seem to have gone out of style with modernity. He’s like your grandfather, but with amazing abs and the shoulder-to-waist ratio of a Dorito.

Chris Evans (“Fantastic Four”) reprises his role in “Captain America: The Winter Soldier” as Captain America and his alter-ego Steve Rogers. The best parts of the movie for me were easily the little generation gaps that Rogers must suffer through, as he does his best to operate in the 21st Century. I loved the notebook he keeps of key modern-day things that people mention to him that he plans to look up later on the internet.

For this film, Rogers faces a new challenge: a mysterious assassin who has his sights set on SHIELD leader Nick Fury, played by Samuel L. Jackson (“Pulp Fiction”). This hit man, known as the Winter Soldier, seems to have the same unstoppable strength that Rogers has. Even worse, all signs point to SHIELD as being responsible for giving him his superhuman abilities.

Though Evans told Variety magazine that he plans to leave acting for directing following the release of this film, he really is excellent in the role.

He did promise to stay with acting long enough to complete his Captain America contract for all future films of the franchise. I certainly hope that his future directing endeavors are as good as this movie.

The supporting cast really shines in this film as well. Even Scarlett Johansson (“Lost in Translation”), whom I’ve never been particularly impressed by as an actress, is good. Johansson does a really nice job of showing the more sensitive side of her usually cold, disconnected character Natasha Romanoff, aka the Black Widow. Apparently, Johansson and Evans wrote most of the dialogue for their scenes together, and those scenes were actually some of my favorites. I guess I will have to stop referring to Johansson as ‘stunt-boob.’

Anthony Mackie (“The Hurt Locker”) steals nearly every scene he’s in as Rogers’ new friend Sam Wilson, who has a secret, extremely worthwhile skill. And naturally, Jackson’s performance as Nick Fury is appropriately intimidating and awesome.

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and extra-high strength superhero battles had me flinching in my seat and squealing out loud. The Winter Soldier has some sort of robotic arm made of the same material as Captain America’s shield. So, watching those sparks fly in the battle scenes was pretty awesome.

I found “Captain America: The Winter Soldier” to be an excellent installment to the Marvel comic series. It was fun, exciting and had real heart. I give it 8 out of my 10 stars.

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Concerning Our Community Daylily Sale To Benefit Child Abuse Prevention Services, Inc.

On Friday, June 27 from 3 to 8, and Saturday, June 28 from 9 to 3, Cheryl and Doug Alderman are opening their award-winning daylily gardens in Fairview to the public for a daylily sale to benefit Child Abuse Prevention Services, Inc. The MLNCFA garden is an official display garden of the American Hemerocallis Society. Their gardens are on Sharon Road off Upper Brush Creek Road (8 miles out 74A East from the Blue Ridge Parkway, right on Upper Brush Creek at the Fairview 66 station, 1 mile to Sharon Road). For more information contact Bill McGuire at 254-2000 ext. 102

8th Annual Art in Bloom

The Black Mountain Center for the Arts 8th annual Art in Bloom puts the “fun” in fund raising. This year’s Art in Bloom takes place June 12, 13, 14 and includes a Gala Preview Party, June 12 at 6 pm, with seated catered dinner, a gallery display of 22 Ikebana and Western floral designers interpretations of regional art work on loan from a dozen galleries.

A two-day Cottage Garden Tour will be on June 13 and 14 from 10 am-4 pm. Plein air painters will be in the gardens followed by a display of their works. Proceeds from Art in Bloom help fund the exciting, thought provoking arts programming and events that the Arts Center offers to the community.

For more information, call (828) 669-0930 or visit blackmountainarts.org

Womansong Wows With “Why Not Now!”

Womansong, Asheville’s long-established women’s community chorus, hits a high note with “Why Not Now,” their first public concert of the 2014 season at Warren Wilson College’s Kittredge Theatre, Swannanoa, Friday June 20 and Saturday June 21, 2014, at 7:30 p.m In addition to a show-stopping, toe-tapping lineup by Womansong, “Why Not Now” features guest performers Indigo Blue, a superb acappella quartet from Asheville’s Sweet Adelines Song O’Sky chorus, and Firefly, a four-member mother-daughter string band with shimmering vocal harmonies. It will be a fun-filled, heart-touching evening of entertainment that everyone can enjoy.

Director Debbie Nordeen says, “The title song of this season’s opening concert “Why Not Now!” is written by member, Sue Gladstone. It’s a fun song that inspires and challenges us all to live fully in the moment.”

Tickets will be available from Womansong members and the Womansong website womansong.org. General admission is $15; children 12 years and under, $7. Proceeds from the concert will benefit Womansong and the New Start Program, providing scholarships and financial assistance for women in transition.

Photo by morganfordphotography.com From left to right: Kelsey Anne Carter painted by Amy Williams, Olivia Baranowski dressed

by Royal Peasantry, Patrice Wilson dressed by Vintage Moon, Amy Thai, and Jessica Nielsen dressed by Charles Josef. All hair and makeup done by Ananda Hair Studio.

Ananda Hair Studio To Host “A Moment In Time” Fashion Show Benefiting HandMade In America

In an effort to illustrate the diversity of hair and fashion through time, stylists from Ananda Hair Studio will be teaming up with designers, makeup artists, and models for a dynamic fashion show that will benefit HandMade in America. The fashion show will take place June 15th at 7 pm at The Mill Room located at 66 Ashland Ave. in Asheville. The fashion show, called “A Moment in Time”, will feature categories that include Primordial Earth, Ancient Greece, War of Scottish Independence, Sail Age, Victorian Invention, and Punk Rock Glam. Stylists from Ananda Hair Studio are assigned to each team and collaborate with designers and makeup artists to create the overall look for their models.

HandMade in Ameria is a unique non-profit that plays a vital role in growing a sustainable, thriving economy in WNC by combining their two passions: handmade craft and asset-based rural creative placemaking. The organization inspires individuals and strengthens communities.

Tickets for the show are available at the door for $10 for standing room and $15 for seats, and seating will come on a first-come-first-serve basis, so attendees are encouraged to arrive early.

For more information, visit anandahair.com or call (828) 232-1017.

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3rd Annual Run For Shindig on the Green 5K Race & Fun Walk/Run June 28, 8:30 am A special fundraising benefit for Shindig on the Green at Carrier Park in Asheville, NC. 5K Race begins at 8:30 a.m. and the one-mile Fun Walk/Run begins at 8:35 a.m.

Register online at active.com until Thursday June 26. Day-of-race registration is 7:30 a.m. – 8:15 a.m. For more information visit folkheritage.org or call the Folk Heritage Info Line: (828) 258-6101 x345.

June GEM Fun-Raiser Party June 1, 4-6 pm Come celebrate and support the twelfth year of GEM/AAUW scholarship awards at UNC-A and AB-Tech. Savor the 19th century ambience at the historic Fernihurst Mansion on the AB-Tech campus. Meet some of the accomplished GEM Scholars while having fun sharing food, wine, and music. Take a chance on silent auctions and raffles of fine arts, crafts, goods and services. For more information, call 891-4521.

Us TOO of WNC June 3, 7 pm A prostate cancer support forum for men, caregivers and family members will meet at First Baptist Church of Asheville on 5 Oak Street. Dr. Ed Reilly will speak and discuss the benefits of chiropractic care.

No fee to attend. For information call (828) 338-0290.

The Laurel Chapter of the Embroiderers’ Guild of Amercia Meeting June 5, 9:30-12 pm We will begin the first of a two-part series on a surface embroidery project entitled A Tudor Rose. The meeting will be held at Cummings United Methodist Church on 3 Banner Farm Road in Horse Shoe, NC. If interested, contact Carol Foster (828) 6868298 or Janet Stewart (828) 575-9195.

Widows Peak Weekend Retreat June 6-8, 9-5 pm Transformative and uplifting, Widows Peak is a weekend retreat specially designed for anyone who has lost a life partner and wants to take a meaningful step forward.

Seven authors, experts and thought leaders will serve as mentors for the three-day immersion. Retreat will be held at the Art of Living Retreat Center on 136 Virgil Day Rd Boone, NC. For more information, widowspeakretreat.org.

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Potters of WNC June 6-20, Monday - Friday, 9:30 am - 4:30 pm The Transylvania Community Arts Council has invited Potters from Transylvania County and WNC to be in this art exhibit.

The TC Arts Council Gallery is located at 349 S. Caldwell Street in Brevard, NC. Brevard Blues Festival June 7, 2-11 pm This family-friendly event will include eight hours of blues, barbecue and brews with on-site food from Rollin’ Smoke Barbecue.

The Festival lineup features bands from throughout the region, including Doug Deming, Dennis Gruenling and The Jewel Tones, Anson Funderburgh, the Shane Pruitt Band, Dangerous Gentlemen, The Dubber, Riyen Roots and more. For more information, visit brevardbluesfestival.com.

Clive Carroll - Virtuoso Solo Guitar Concert June 7, 7 pm English guitar virtuoso, Clive Carroll, will present a solo concert at St. Matthias Church. Through his distinct acoustic guitar playing, Clive mixes altered tunings, renaissance and classical harmony to delta blues and jazz, making it all sound natural and effortless. St Matthias Church is located at1 Dundee St. in Asheville, NC. Tickets $10 at the door.

American Business Woman’s Association Meeting June 12, 5:30-7:30 pm Dinner meeting, cost is $25.00. The guest speaker will be Marian Hobson. Her talk will be “Take Off Your ‘I’M FINE’ Mask, Earn What You Are Really Worth!”. Join us at the Crowne Plaza Resort in Asheville, for networking, learning and fun! Email RSVP to sueaskew@mindspring.com

Fathers Day Garden Tour in Weaverville June 15, 1-4 pm For more information, please contact Rachel at info@ashevillegreenworks.org or call us at 254-1776.

Asheville Quilt Guild Meeting June 17, 7 pm Speaker - Paula Reid will present “The Ten Commandants of Successful Machine Quilting”. Often described as an “artist with a sewing machine,” Ms. Reid is a custom heirloom quilting specialist who has rescued quilt tops from many quilters’ sewing rooms, freeing up space for books, patterns and fabrics. Meeting will be held the Folk Art Center Auditorium. Guests welcome. Visit ashevillequiltguild.org for more information.

Friends & Fiberworks Summer Retreat June 20-22, 9 am-6 pm Three spectacular days of classes, workshops and free demonstrations.

Franklin Habit and Abby Franquemont will be our featured instructors. The retreat will be held at Enka Middle School located on 390 Asbury Road in Candler. Visit friendsandfiberworks.com/events for more information.

FATHER’S DAY June 21 “Secret” Garden Tour June 21, 9:30am-4pm The tour will feature four privately-owned residential gardens in South Asheville that are not open to the public. Two of them are owned by landscape designers.

Special attractions are garden “rooms,” an impressive potting shed with a heated floor, and a special water feature. Featured plants seen during the tour will be for sale at Bullington at the end of the day.

Tickets are limited. Registration deadline is Friday, June 13. For more information or to register for the tour, call (828) 698-6104.

Master Gardener Plant Clinic June 28, 11 am-2 pm The NCSU Master Gardeners Program offers plant clinics to assist the public in diagnosing and solving gardening questions. All clinics are free, and the public is encouraged to bring samples from problem plants or insects that need to be diagnosed and/or identified. The Master Gardener Program provides researchbased information on home horticulture.

Trained Volunteers are prepared to help with advice on growing plants, insect identification and managing disease problems. Clinic held at WNC Farmers Market at 570 Brevard Road in Asheville.

48th Annual Shindig on the Green June 28 July 5, 12, 19 August 9, 16, 23, and 30 A joyously spontaneous celebration of traditional and old-time string bands, bluegrass, ballad singers, big circle mountain dancers and cloggers on summer Saturday evenings in downtown Asheville. Stage show and informal jam sessions at Pack Square Park on the Bascom Lamar Lunsford stage. Bring your instruments, lawn chairs or blanket, family and friends. folkheritage.org

ON GOING Strength in Survivorship First and third Saturday of each month, 11am-12pm Meeting is free and led by cancer survivor and Licensed Professional Counselor, Julia Derouen, 808-7673. Meeting is held at the Mills River Library, 124 Town Drive, Mills River, NC

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