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LIFESTYLE LETTER
DECEMBER 2020 PUBLISHERS
Clay Morris | clay.morris@lifestylepubs.com Jana Morris | jana.morris@lifestylepubs.com
Christmas Bells are Ringing... IT'S THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR! And I don't know a year that we've needed it more: the sweetness of family, the joy of the season, and the cheer that it all brings can make so many things right when we allow ourselves to focus on what matters most to each of us.
EDITOR
Lydia Kaye Clothey | lydia.clothey@lifestylepubs.com ACCO UNT MANAGERS
Kathy Kelley | kathy.kelley@lifestylepubs.com Lisa Story | lisa.story@lifestylepubs.com AD DESIGNER
Evan Deuvall L AYO UT DESIGNER
For those of us who love having everything just right, we’re here to keep you calm
Jayme Emery
and inspired. While there might be a lot to do, there are plenty of ways to simplify
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS
the season as you celebrate.
Lydia Kaye Clothey, Aaron Hayes, Nicolette Martin, Michelle W. Parnell
This month’s issue includes our Christmas 2020 Gift Guide, a quick peek at some of the best locally sourced presents for the folks on your list. Find gifts for friends
CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS
Adrion Bell, Estée Janssens, Don Lechner
from Kings Creek, surprises for employees and neighbors from The Pie Hole, gifts for your sweetheart at Windsor Fine Jewelers, and on goes the list. We believe in supporting local here in Augusta, so what better way to kick off the season than an inside look at the expansion and growth of our very own Windsor Fine Jewelers? And don’t worry; we wouldn’t leave you without some winter decorating tips and recipes. Brandon May of Brandon's Haus of Flowers is sharing tips for turning your entire home in to the perfect holiday house, and Vance's Bakery Bar has created the perfect treats to leave behind for Santa and his helpers.
CORPORATE TEAM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson
This holiday season is going to be wonderful, and we hope that it is filled with
AD MANAGER Chad Jensen
countless moments that warm your heart and bring you closer than ever to loved
REGIONAL SALES DIRECTOR Eric Williams
ones around you. And if you're in the search of ways to give, check out the Toys for
WEB APPLICATIONS Michael O’Connell
Tots Auto Show. We'll share a little about that near the end of this issue. After such a unique year, I bet the holidays will be more cherished than most years before, and I pray that it does all of our hearts some good. Merry Christmas and happy holidays, Augusta. We can’t wait to see you next year!
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INSIDE THE ISSUE DECEMBER 2020
FEATURES 12 Windsor Wonderland This landmark local business is growing inside and out
18 Santa’s Boozy Milk & Cookies Treats Santa will really enjoy
20 Holiday Haus Custom Christmas décor is all in the details
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34 Trucks and Toys for Tots Help bring smiles to children’s faces this Christmas
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Lifestyle Letter
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Good Times
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Around Town
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Hot Spot
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Culinary Creations
20 Open House 24 Local’s Choice 26 DIY 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Giving Back
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GOOD TIMES
GLM2 Celebrates a Busy Autumn GLM2 finished its 2nd Annual Courage to Rise Fun Run/Walk. It was a successful virtual event that many participated in. GLM2 would like to thank all who participated and sponsored the walk. GLM2 was also sponsored by Aspiring Admins to have a tee box at the AAGA Tee Off Fore Tatas Golf Tournament to raise money for breast cancer awareness.
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AROUND TOWN
SECOND ANNUAL TOYS FOR TOTS AUTO SHOW Join us at the Columbia County Exhibition
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Saturday,
December 5th at 3pm for this spectacle of an event presented by Never Satisfied Builds. Trucks and cars of all kinds will be there, and auto enthusiasts of all ages will love this show! Bring unwrapped, new toys to donate to Toys for Tots, and for each toy, get five raffle tickets to win prizes like a rectec ICER cooler! Have fun discovering vendors like the Beefed Up food truck, the Props and Heroes team, and more! For info, visit NeverSatisfiedBuilds.com.
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JOIN THE GREEN BOX HUNT WITH WINDSOR FINE JEWELERS For the fourth year in a row, the
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WONDERLAND
ARTICLE MICHELLE W. PARNELL | PHOTOGRAPHY ADRION BELL
THE WELCOMING LOCAL LANDMARK THAT MAKES WISHES COME TRUE
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Sarah Lord (left) and Cassie Hensley (right)
TWO ICONIC GREEN ITEMS TRACE THEIR
10, 20, or even 30 years,” says Shane. “They’ve been
ROOTS TO AUGUSTA; ONE IS A JACKET, AND
through the trends; they’ve seen styles that have
THE OTHER A SMALL BOX. Any occasion to
worked and things that haven’t worked. They are
receive either one is most definitely memorable. This
incredible guides to the inventory here.”
holiday season, we’re focusing on the small green
Over the years, the physical building locations
box that has captured the affection and loyalty of
have changed, but the current store sits within a few
shoppers from Augusta and beyond.
hundred feet of the original store site, which was in
Third generation jeweler and marketing director
National Hills shopping center next to J.B. White.
for Windsor Fine Jewelers, Shane Thompson, says,
“Windsor went from being a tiny store amongst
“It’s what’s behind the green box that’s so import-
a bunch of other stores when it first launched, to
ant, which is superior customer service, competitive
growing so much with such a large inventory that
pricing, and the highest quality of goods. All of those
it put us on the national map for the top 10 largest
together make the experience that the green box
jewelers in America.”
represents.” It’s that overall experience that brings customers back year after year.
With such a large inventory, space at the store has been tight. In 2020, Windsor added a two-
"[The] customer service is outstanding! I have
story expansion to the current building. “The
been shopping here every year for 20 plus years,”
expansion downstairs will give us room to bring
says Graham Wood. “My wife would not know it was
over the entire bridal line; all those rings will now
Christmas without a green box under the tree!”
move over to that new section,” says Shane. “We
Windsor has been locally owned and operated for
also have a couple more viewing rooms where
over 40 years. “We’re a family of knowledgeable and
people can learn about the stones they are pur-
experienced staff, many of whom have been here for
chasing and the engagement rings themselves.” CONTINUED >
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Windsor boasts a collection of 7,000 engagement rings, the largest selection of engagement rings in
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Windsor with the same customer experience… everything will be as it has been, only greater.”
the Southeast. It’s the ultimate place to try a variety
A holiday tradition for the last few years, the Green
of styles and find the perfect ring. “We talk about
Box Hunt has returned with all the excitement and
engagement rings all the time,” says Shane, “but
anticipation of exploring the city and finding these
you really don’t know what it feels like to put a style
hidden gems. “This will be the fourth year for the
on that you've seen in a picture until you come into
Green Box Hunt," says Shane. For eight weeks lead-
the store, see something that resembles what you’re
ing up to Christmas, people hunt the CSRA to find
looking for, try it on, and see if you like it.”
the green box. Whoever solves the clues and finds
In addition to what you see in the showcase when
the box wins a prize from the featured designer of
you enter the store, Windsor has a significant under-
that week. "It can be found anywhere in the CSRA,"
stock, and Shane says that will continue to be the
Shane continues, "usually in locations that have
case during the Christmas season. “Even as the days
some sort of significance we feel is important to the
get closer to Christmas and you see other stores
locals and is a challenge to find. There is no cost to
with bare shelves, you can come here on Christmas
participate. We just love integrating with our com-
Eve, and we will still have the showcases packed
munity and giving folks a reason to get outside and
out,” he says. “As we sell through things, we con-
share time with one another.”
tinue to bring out new items. This Christmas, we’ll
The hunt for the green box continues through
have more room to bring out our understock and
Christmas week, giving locals and visitors incen-
start filling out the rest of the new expansion and
tive to learn more about the history of Augusta
the store. I’m excited about that. This is the same
and the CSRA.
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As the holiday season wraps up and we look towards 2021, the main showroom at Windsor will take on a new look. “In the next year, several of our big brands will come in and start creating their own atmosphere within our showroom,” says Shane. “They will bring in their own showcases and lighting to create their brand footprint within our showroom.” Already a destination store for shoppers throughout the southeast, the renovations and expansion of the showroom space will provide an even grander experience. “If you haven’t been in the store, you need to visit,” encourages Shane. “You don’t have to purchase something; we just want to see and meet you and show you around. The amount of product we have is an experience within itself.” Whether you’re just beginning an Augusta tradition of sharing a treasured green box gift with someone special, or you’re a longtime customer looking to add to your collection, be sure to stop by this holiday season to explore the new expansion and say hello to the Windsor Fine Jewelers family. Windsor Fine Jewelers is located at 2635 Washington Road. To explore their large inventory online, visit WindsorFineJewelers.com.
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CULINARY CREATIONS
S a n ta ' s BOOZY MILK & CO OKIES
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SA N TA’ S M I L K PU N C H
ARTICLE LYDIA KAYE CLOTHEY PHOTOGRAPHY ADRION BELL
Serves 2
INGREDIENTS + 4 ounces milk + 2½ tablespoons half & half
LEAVE THESE SPECIAL TREATS OUT FOR SANTA AND YOU'LL BE ON THE NAUGHTY AND NICE LIST
+ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract + 2½ ounces bourbon + 4 teaspoons powdered sugar (10X) + Nutmeg INSTRUCTIONS Mix all ingredients (minus nutmeg) in an ice-filled mixing glass. Cover with mixing tin and shake for several pumps. Strain drink into ice-filled rocks glasses. Sprinkle top of drink with nutmeg. Serve with swizzle stick. Leave for Santa with a boozy mint chip cookie.
SA N TA’ S B O O Z Y MINT CHIP COOKIES Makes about 18 cookies
INGREDIENTS + 2 cups all-purpose flour + ½ teaspoon baking soda + 1 cup granulated sugar + ½ teaspoon salt + ½ cup sour cream + 1 box (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix + ½ cup salted butter (one stick), softened + 1 egg at room temperature + 1 teaspoon mint extract + 2 tablespoons of your favorite whiskey + 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips + 4 drops green food coloring (optional) + 10 Andes Mint candies, unwrapped and chopped with a knife to the size of a mini chocolate chip INSTRUCTIONS Set oven to 375°F. Cream together sugar and butter in mixer (about two minutes). Mix in egg, sour cream, and pudding mix until incorporated. In a separate small bowl, combine flour, salt, and baking soda. Slowly mix flour mixture into pudding mixture until just combined. Mix in mint extract and whiskey. If you would like green cookies, mix in food coloring. Add semiWHEN SANTA IS DONE DELIVER-
sweet chocolate chips and Andes Mints, mixing by hand to incorporate.
ING ALL OF THOSE PRESENTS,
Measure cookie dough out into rounded tablespoons (suggestion: use
SURPRISE HIM WITH SOMETHING
a small 1½ tablespoon cookie scoop) and place onto cookie sheet covered
THAT’S GOT A LITTLE TWIST: THIS
with parchment paper or silicone mat. Bake in preheated oven for about 11
21-AND-OVER VERSION OF MILK
minutes. Remove from oven and let cookies rest on cookie sheet for about 5
AND COOKIES, COMPLIMENTS OF
minutes before transferring to cooling rack. Serve on a festive plate for Santa.
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HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE
ARTICLE MICHELLE W. PARNELL | PHOTOGRAPHY DON LECHNER
HAUS CUSTOMIZE YOUR HOME’S HOLIDAY DÉCOR
IT’S FINALLY HERE! We’ve been waiting
wrapping the gifts and positioning them
all year for this joyous holiday season to
under the tree.”
arrive! Some of you put up your Christmas
Kenny and Judy Roland, owners of this
trees in September…it’s okay, you can
warm feature home, look to Brandon each
admit it. We understand. The rest of us
year to decorate their home for holiday fes-
are still working on it. Or we're hoping
tivities. “About seven years ago, Brandon
someone else will show up and work on
started doing my decorations,” says Judy.
it for us because as much as we love all
“He’s very versatile and can do different
the beautiful things, it’s hard to decide
looks. The first year he did my tree, it was
exactly how to get the look we desire.
absolutely breathtaking. I’ll never decorate
For years, Brandon May, owner of
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another tree as long as he is in my life.”
Brandon’s Haus of Flowers, has been help-
In the Roland home, Brandon showcases
ing clients prepare their homes for the hol-
how inspiration for decorating is limitless.
idays. ”I do everything for Christmas,” says
When it comes to choosing holiday décor
Brandon, “from the wreaths to the trees to
and accessories, Brandon says, “The best
think it should be. Go around and look at different places to get an idea of what you like.” To Brandon, it’s important that each home’s decorations reflect the personality and style of the homeowners. “We’ve all got our own preferences,” explains Brandon. “So I like to use a mixture of
THE PE ACOCK SITTING ROOM
thing to do is to not be scared to use different things. You don’t have to stick to one idea of what you
STYLE TIP Look past the dominant color of the focal point and pull out the less obvious colors. It will add depth to the design.
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INTO THE WILD BE DROOM what they love and have in their home that I can pair with new things that are trendy and up to date.” With so many ideas and areas to decorate, it’s difficult to decide exactly where to begin. Brandon suggests a few areas on which to focus. “Decorating the door is the biggest thing,” says Brandon. “Then my suggestion is to focus on the higher-traffic areas, like the informal living room or den and the kitchen.” Equipped with Brandon’s suggestions, tips, and encouragement, we can confidently create our own holiday wonderland...or, if we so desire, bring in 22
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STYLE TIP Be brave and try something new; you don’t have to stick with one idea of what you think something should look like year after year or even from room to room!
the professional, asking Brandon to stop by and create it for us.
STYLE TIP
Brandon’s Haus of Flowers strives to enhance any occasion. For more information on their services or to contact
Instead of overloading with ornaments, use ribbons
Brandon about holiday and special occasion decorating,
and other accessories, like decorative picks, to add
visit BrooksHavenFloral.com.
depth and interest to trees and garland throughout
CL A SSIC FORMAL LIVING ROOM
your home.
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LOCAL’S CHOICE
gift guide CHRISTMAS 2020 FIND THE PERFECT LOCAL GIFT FOR THE ONES ON YOUR NICE LIST
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g i f t s fo r
A G R E AT N E W Y E A R
01 INTERLUDE This oil and gold leaf on canvas by Janibeth Outlaw Art creates a graceful focal point and lovely gift, $700, Janibeth.com | 02 STACK BANDS Express your unique style with a ring stack created exclusive to you, prices vary, Windsor Fine Jewelers | 03 RT-700 WOOD PELLET GRILL Right out of the box, recteq wood pellet grills allow you to become a true pit master with the push of a button, $1,199, recteq.com | 04 KC PUFFER VEST Look sharp, keep warm, and be ready for anything, $55, KingsCreekApparel.com | 05 AUTO UPGRADE Surprise them with tint, kits, and more, prices vary, All About Trucks and Autos | 06 PORCELAIN BOUQUET Hand made in Florence, Italy, this gift is one of a kind, $271, Luxury Tapestry Frames and Capodimonte | 07 FRESHLY BAKED PIE Derby, blueberry, pumpkin and more...bring these along as host/hostess gifts or give to your very favorite neighbor, prices vary, The Pie Hole | 08 FRESH SCENTS Southern Tide Blue and Royall Vetiver Noir eau de toilette, $55-$65, Low Country Clothier | 09 SOOTHING SELF CARE SET Includes locally crafted hemp balm, hand cream, elderberry syrup, with non-CBD options available, $39, ABECANaturals.com CityLifestyle.com/Augusta
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DIY
bullet journaling 101
Let’s face it—in today’s so-much-to-do-
and-so-little-time cultural mindset, it can be hard to keep track of everything we need to do. Wake up—did you get enough sleep? Brush your teeth. Feed the kids. Feed the dog. Get ready for work. Make your lunch. Those are just six things to think about in the span of 15 minutes after your alarm goes off. With all of these things to keep track of and
our lives moving a mile a minute, anything we
THE BASICS YOU NEED TO KNOW TO START ORGANIZING YOUR LIFE + ACCOMPLISHING YOUR GOALS
can find to streamline our obligations (and our thoughts) can be a lifesaver! Enter: bullet journaling. It’s equal parts calendar, meal tracker, diary, self care and, well, really anything else that you want to keep tabs on! The “mindfulness practice disguised as a productivity system,” coined by creator Ryder Carroll, can help you master the art of intentional living—any way you want to.
ARTICLE NICOLETTE MARTIN | PHOTOGRAPHY ESTÉE JANSSENS
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how-to how - to
page styles t ypes of pages in a bullet jour nal + Mood tracker
+ Spending log
+ Activity tracker
+ Bucket list
+ Exercise tracker
+ Reading list
+ Ideas list
+ Yearly goals
+ Chore list
+ Happiness log
+ Budget tracker
+ Sleep tracker
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what you need There’s so much you can do here with just a notebook (you’ll probably want one with a dotted grid) and a pen! If you want to add some creative flair, consider incorporating markers, stickers and washi tape.
start simple When you start searching for bullet journaling on Pinterest, it can get really overwhelming really fast. Decide what is most important for you to keep track of and start with that! If you try to do too much at once, you’ll be less likely to stick with it.
make it your own The most important thing to remember is that it is for you and not anyone else. Use your favorite colors, doodle things that help
symbols s ymbol char t
A bullet journal really becomes what you make it. Use symbols that speak to you! Here are some basics to start with:
Task
Event Note
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5 SECOND ANNUAL TOYS FOR TOTS AUTO SHOW
Columbia County Exhibition Center, 212 Partnership Drive, Grovetown
Never Satisfied Builds presents the Second Annual Toys for Tots Auto Show. Bring new, unwrapped toys for the chance to win prizes, including a recteq ICER cooler. Find vendors of all kinds, including the Beefed Up food truck and Props and Heroes. Bring your family and auto enthusiasts for this fun, free event!
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Phinizy Swamp Nature Park, 1858 Lock & Dam Road, Augusta
Swamp Treks brings nature to life for 3rd – 8th grade children. Focused on making the outdoors exciting, Swamp Treks makes it fun to gain respect for the environment and to enjoy wildlife. Split into two age groups, children will explore art in nature. Admission is $10 per person. Call 706-396-1426 for more info.
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Merry Christmas from the Augusta Lifestyle team. We hope that your day is filled with love, hope, and wonder!
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GIVING BACK
TRUCKS AND TOYS FOR TOTS
THIS YEAR, HELP MAKE A DIFFERENCE WHILE MAKING FUN FAMILY MEMORIES
AS THIS UNIQUE YEAR HAS TAKEN ITS TOLL ON MOST OF THE WORLD, MANY HAVE FACED A GREAT DEAL OF HARDSHIP. But with the holidays now here, it gives us a sense of hopefulness and cheer. For local families that might be struggling to provide their children with gifts this Christmas, Toys for Tots joyfully lends a hand. This year, Toys for Tots will be having its Second Annual Auto Show at the Columbia County Exhibition center, sponsored by Never Satisfied Builds and its owner, Merk Stopher. The event is a special one - not only because it’s a chance to bring smiles to children during the holidays, but because children will also be the judges of the event! While this event will be somewhat different due to health precautions, it will certainly not be short in love, cheer, and positivity. “The kids are having a hard time, especially this year,” Merk says, “so if we could do our part as the ones that can afford it and give back, then we can make these kids kind of forget [such a tough year] ever existed.” The variety of autos and their owners participating in the event will make quite the spectacle, and they are ready to bring great memories. “If you look around, there are a lot of things going on in the world right now…” says Stan, a participator in the event. “This year has been a lot about loss…Children don’t understand that. We are not meant to be a vessel to store blessings…but a pipeline to let those blessings flow.” We are so thankful that so many people throughout our community want to bless our local children by partnering with ARTICLE AARON HAYES | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED
Toys for Tots and putting on such a family friendly event. The holidays will certainly be happy!
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