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WINC. DECEMBER 2014

Celebrating 10 years

Winter Wonderland salter christmas home

Inside: Holiday Coupon Book

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WINC. Celebrating 10 years

Publisher Zach Ahrens Editor Lori Quinn

Creative Director Sara Rachel Contributing Writers Detra Clark Andrea Lennon Jill McCollum Susan O’Keefe Rachel Parker Dickerson Jennifer Stanley Chief Photographer Brandy Strain Contributing Photographers Lindsey Faith Watson Eric White Videographer Eric White Advertising Sales Director Betsey Barham Advertising Coordinator Molly May Advertising Sales Executives Sarah Allen Tara Mallett Lisa Licht Advertising Artists Jay Prince Tyler Rachel Editorial Advisory Board Donna Benton Detra Clark Nicolle Fletcher Haley Crafton Fowler Sarah Frost Mary Harlan Nancy Jackson Cate Ketcheside Leslie Kostecky Caroline LaVan Velda Lueders Candace Meeks Misty Morse Carol Patty Amy Reed Lori Ross Mary Margaret Satterfield Katherine Thomason Stefanie Holt Vann Jessica Zimmerman Women’s Inc. is published by the Log Cabin Democrat.

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W EL C OME LETTER FR OM T H E E D I TO R Lori Quinn

Merry Christmas!

The Centennial Valley home of Brent and Ashley Salter lends a modern flair to an indoor winter wonderland. Ashley, who does her own decorating, has used the homes neutral color palette, clean and modern design influence, and natural elements to create a Christmas style that is “modern and over-the-top.” Her overall color scheme throughout the main rooms of the home include silver, white and turquoise. The home also features a pink tree in the guest room with a dog theme, and the game room features a Razorback themed tree. The Salter family’s love for Christmas is apparent in every room of their home.

Everything that is old is new again. This sentence describes perfectly what Tina Falkner with American Jane Vintage is trying to portray to her customers. She takes antique, old and sometimes broken ornaments and gives them new life by creating funky, beautiful and colorful vintage wreaths. She has a booth in the new expansion of Jenifer’s Antiques on Oak Street in Downtown Conway. Check out her most recent creations on pages 12-15.

White Goat and Tickled Pink are both great additions to our downtown. White Goat recently expanded their Little Rock location into Conway.

Owner Anna Dickinson could not be more pleased with the welcoming response she has received in Conway. The store offers a bridal registry, gifts, furniture, and home décor. They offer classes on how to use chalk paint, which they sell in their store as well. And Tickled Pink is pleased to offer a “Southern hospitality experience” to customers who shop in this downtown boutique. Stacy Vondran, owner of Tickled Pink, says that she wants her store to be a “fun, girly place to shop.”

The store has a great collection of clothing, jewelry and handbags for women of all ages. Shop local and visit one of these fantastic new stores when you are completing your holiday shopping.

And finally, on Christmas morning add a little new flavor to your holiday traditions with Chef Jill McCollum’s recipes for French toast, pumpkin bread and banana nut bread featured on pages 44-47. And the banana nut bread and pumpkin bread will make a great gift to wrap up and deliver to your friends and neighbors this holiday season.

Wishing you and your family a very merry Christmas!

Until Next Month, Lori Quinn

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on the cover The Salter Christmas Home

FEATURE STORY

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American Jane Vintage

16 DOWNTOWN CONWAY Downtown – White Goat

20 RETAIL THERAPY 26 MISTLETOE MADNESS Tickled Pink

Shopping downtown

28 EVENTS

36 IN THE NEWS

38 SHOPPING columns

44 FOOD

CASA Festival of Chairs; Conway Downtown Partnership; Shakespeare Theatre Membership Event

It’s all in the details

Simmons Bank pumpkin collection; Tribute Tree; Kitchen Store raises funds

French toast, pumpkin bread, banana nut bread

38. spirituality

42. book reviews

45. cooking tips

48. wellness

Jesus changes everything

by Andrea Lennon

Quick and easy Christmas breakfast ideas

by Chef Jill McCollum

Hey Santa! Let’s read!

by Susan O’Keefe

10 strategies for preventing holiday sadness

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Salter icy shades 6 Ashley WOMEN’S INC. /used DECEMBER 2014 of silver, turquoise, and white to decorate the dining room in her Centennial Valley home.

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by Jennifer Stanley photos by Brandy Strain By her own admission, Ashley Salter does Christmas in a big way! The Centennial Valley resident is married to Brent, and the two are parents to daughter, Sutton. Her goals for her Christmas décor are seamless incorporation with the theme of her home and to ensure each room is festive in some way.

Ashley does her own decorating, calling her Christmas style “modern and over-thetop. Christmas is my chance to go all out!”

The main focal point is the 12-foot tree in the home’s entry, which can be seen from both the road and the back yard. “The palette of our home is neutral, and we use natural elements, such as a rock wall. I also wanted to take advantage of the open concept,” shares Ashley. “I used shades of silver, white and turquoise on the main tree to complement the home’s colors. My goal was a white winter wonderland theme.” The tree also features three different size mesh ribbons, twisted together and fanned throughout the tree. She also used decorative sticks as filler.

To create space for more ornaments, Ashley wires her ornaments to the tree; this also prevents falling.

The colors of the main tree are utilized throughout the home’s primary living area and are featured on the sideboard, dining table, and mantle. “I wanted to keep the cohesive theme throughout the rooms. With such an open f loor plan, everything had to blend with the focal point,” says Ashley. The impressive pieces on the front door are also in shades of silver, turquoise, and green and were handmade by Ashley. “I took four inexpensive wreaths, bent them, and tied them together. I then decorated them with mesh ribbon and large ornaments,” she shares.

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“I used shades of silver, white, and turquoise to compliment the homes colors.”

- Ashley salter

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Ashley changes up her décor a little each year, to keep it interesting.

She also displays “fun” trees in other areas of the home.

The couple’s bedroom features a silver and gold tree. Sutton’s room includes a white tree in keeping with her own décor. “I really had fun with that one, and I knew I wanted something different. There is a little white elephant on her shelves, so I added that in the tree. I also included felt balls purchased on Etsy, and I spray painted pinecones to use on her tree. It is a good mix of handmade and purchased,” says Ashley. Also included on Sutton’s tree are felt animals and colored lights.

Ashley plans to add to her tree as she grows. There is also a Razorback tree in the game room to celebrate the family’s favorite sports team. Ashley even has a pink tree in the guest

This pink dog-themed tree has ornaments representing the Salter family’s two yorkies, Emma and Sage.

Sutton, the young daughter of Brent and Ashley Salter, has her own tree covered with felt animals and colored lights.

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room for her two yorkies, Emma and Sage, which includes ornaments in their likeness and personalized, bone-shaped toppers.

Ashley smartly shops for new Christmas items after each sea-

son. A favorite shopping destination is Silks A Bloom. Her family enjoys the decorations each year during their own family get togethers and occasionally while hosting gatherings, where Ashley’s love for the Christmas holiday is on full display.

“The palette of our home is neutral, and we use natural elements, such as a rock wall. I also wanted to take advantage of the open concept.”

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Tina Falkner is /the owner 2014 of America Jane Vintage.

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America Jane Vintage

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Everything old is new again

by Jennifer Stanley photos by Brandy Strain Conway resident Tina Falkner is bringing quirky to Christmas in the form of vintage wreaths!

Tina has a wonderfully full plate. She has been happily married for 14 years and is mom to three amazing and energetic children, all under age 10. She began creating the wreaths, which feature vintage ornaments, around four years ago. “In the late 90s I was in Mississippi with my sister, helping care for her twins. I went into a store there and saw the most gorgeous wreath made with vintage Christmas ornaments,” shares Tina. She filed it away in her memory because she loved the idea.

Years passed. Tina married and moved around, even living overseas for a time.

Eventually, she began visiting garage sales to find things for her children. “I ended up finding great vintage items that I hadn’t seen since I was in my grandma’s house,” she says. Among those found objects were vintage ornaments. “By the first Christmas after becoming an avid junker, I got so excited about the ornaments, because I had enough to create wreaths.”

As she embarked on their creation, she got more than just Christmas décor from the process. “It became a wonderful experience for me of taking something someone had cast off and turning it into something beautiful. That whole process became an act of worship for me.

It was remembering what The Lord has done with me. Everyone feels cast off at times, but He can make something beautiful from us,” shares Tina. “I thought of this during moments while making the wreaths. I would think, ‘this ornament may be broken, but if I turn it this way, it is still beautiful.’ I am not trying to make it bigger than a wreath, but for me there are moments where it was.”

Now the beautiful, old-fashioned pieces are available for purchase through

“We watch people walk up and see an ornament in a wreath their grandmother had or they had at one time. It is the coolest thing ever!”

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“It became a wonderful experience for me of taking something someone had cast off and turning it into something beautiful . That whole process became an act of worship for me. It was remembering what The Lord has done with me. Everyone feels cast off at times, but

He can make something beautiful from us.”

Wreaths by America Jane Vintage offer a funky, throw-back flair to anyone’s Christmas decor.

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Tina’s business, America Jane Vintage. The name derives from a distant ancestor. “My husband did a genealogy study around four years ago. [We learned that] three or four greatgrandmothers ago, his grandmother’s name was America Jane. She was Native American, and she married George Washington Blackwell,” says Tina. She loved the name immediately. “We were done having kids, but I kept the name in my back pocket. When we were brainstorming a business name, it floated to the surface. It was perfect, since much of what we have is made in America.”

America Jane Vintage has a booth in the new expansion at Jenifer’s Antiques on Oak Street in Downtown Conway. “I am so happy to be there. Folks like Donna Benton from Waterhouse Market, who has been a great friend and mentor in this process, are also located there. Truly every dealer I have met from Jenifer’s has been so gracious in helping me learn the ropes. I am happy to be part of the family,” she says. Fittingly, her booth will offer wreaths during the holidays but will also have quirky vintage items year-round, such as paint-by-numbers, velvet paintings, toys, and accessories. Tina describes it as “a menagerie of fun and quirky.”

Her business will also feature a booth at Antique Alley, which will be held at the Conway Expo Center in January.

She also offers pop-up shows for her vintage clothing. The next of those is scheduled for the Hendrix College holiday bazaar on December 9. The best way to keep up with Tina’s whereabouts is by liking her Facebook page: America Jane Vintage.

For now, she will continue creating and curating her vintage items; she is constantly on the hunt for good pieces.

Tina also credits friend, Page McKelvy, for her administrative assistance and support, saying, “She helps with my deficits” and “Page is amazing!” The two work shows together, selling America Jane Vintage wares. “We watch people walk up and see an ornament in a wreath their grandmother had or they had at one time. It is the coolest thing ever!”

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white goat Anna Dickinson, owner of Downtown Conway’s newest addition, White Goat, is excited to have a second store location in Conway.

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Anna Dickinson with store manager, Anne Stocks.

DOWNTOWN CONWAY WHITE GOAT

by Rachel Dickerson photos by Brandy Strain Anna Dickinson of White Goat in Downtown Conway attributes her success to a unique sense of style.

About four years ago, she started the store’s first location in The Heights in Little Rock with her sister-in-law, Eleanor Dickinson. The two had always shared a similar style in furniture and décor. They imported a selection of expensive Swedish and French furniture, and within a few months of opening, they realized their first plan was not going to work.

“We listened to our customers, sold everything at a discount and went back to market. The second time went much better. We learned who we are as a store and picked up a line of paint,” Dickinson said. “Our goal is to be very different.

You won’t see our stuff in other stores.”

The name White Goat stuck, though. Dickinson said she and her sister-in-law were trying to choose between several sophisticated French names and started joking about calling the store White Goat. For some reason, it just seemed like the best idea.

“It’s a quirky name, and Eleanor and I are both very quirky,” she said.

White Goat carries Annie Sloan Chalk Paint™, which is the original product that all other chalk-like paints are modeled after, Dickinson said. White Goat offers classes on how to paint furniture using said paint, and all employees are trained to use it and to teach others to use it.

In addition to furniture, the store offers a variety of home décor items as well as bridal registry, bath and body products, etc.

“We have a really unique style. I think that’s what makes us so successful,” Dickinson said.

In the past year, Eleanor decided to follow her passion and work on her art full time. However, Dickinson said her sisterin-law is still very much a part of the store’s creativity.

“It is what it is because we built it together,” she said.

She made the decision to open a new location in Conway because of the amount of business she received from Conway.

She said, “We considered Hot Springs, but we just listened to our customers. Every third or fourth person that came through our door was from Conway. After doing our research and finding out how supportive Conway is of their local businesses, we were so appreciative of that. Already, we haven’t even had our grand opening, and the response has been overwhelming. Everyone has been so supportive. We love our neighbors.”

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The bridal registry is new to the Conway store, which opened in October.

The registry includes Skyros Designs, a line of Italian-made dishes; Maraposa, a line of pewter serving ware; and Golden Rabbit enamel ware. Bath and body lines include Thymes, Archipelago, Lollia and Tokyo Milk.

The store has an in-house designer who will visit customers’ homes and decorate using what they have as well as new items from the store.

“We incorporate old and new. We like to say ‘In with the old and the new,’ because that’s life,” Dickinson said.

Annie Sloan Chalk Paint and classes on how to paint furniture using this paint are offered at White Goat.

White Goat offers a bridal registry for couples planning their wedding.

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The store also has an in-house painter. Customers may send photos of their furniture, and White Goat will present them with a quote for the price of painting the piece.

“We’ve found that service is great for people who love this look, but maybe they work full-time, so they hire us to

do it for them.”

The company just launched whitegoatstyle.com. Dickinson said she and her husband, Thomas, would love to open a new location every three years.

Perhaps in the future they will even have their own line of home décor, she said.

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Pin k 20 WOMEN’S INC. /owner DECEMBER 2014 Pink in Downtown Conway.

Stacy Vondran, of TIckled

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by Rachel Dickerson photos by Brandy Strain Tickled Pink boutique in downtown Conway is all about offering a Southern hospitality experience, says owner Stacy Vondran.

A nurse for 16 years, running a boutique was a big career change for Vondran, but one she had thought about for quite a while. She purchased the shop in April.

“It was previously owned by my friend, Anita Ward,” she said. “Anita and I met when she moved here 20 years ago and almost instantly became friends. Our friendship began to grow and develop as a result of shopping together.

When she opened the store last October, I spent a great amount of hours helping her with the grand opening as well as several store events. I really enjoyed the time spent at the store. I was fully aware of the time it takes to make a retail business successful and was ready to take on the challenge.”

She said when Ward was thinking of a name for the

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Tickled Pink and their staff offer excellent personalized customer service to customers visiting their store.

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Brighton watches make excellent Christmas gifts. TIckled Pink has a great selection of different styles and sizes.

shop, she considered a variety of Southern sayings before settling on “Tickled Pink.” She said she hopes not only will the name convey that it is a “fun, girly place to shop,” but also that it has good customer service.

“My hope is that each customer who shops with us will receive a true Southern hospitality experience,” she said.

The boutique carries sizes 4-18 in lines that include Multiple, Slimsation pants, NYDJ, Mavi jeans, Renuar, LBisse, Cheryl Nash and Alisha D/Lior. Vondran said she will add two lines, Escapada and Mezmerize, in the spring.

“At Tickled Pink, we specialize in finding the right fit for every body type. We also work to maintain exceptional quality at great prices. We want this to be a fun place to shop with personalized attention,” she said.

The store also has a large, still-expanding selection of Brighton merchandise.

“In August, we became a Brighton Specialty Retailer — with a large assortment of Brighton handbags, jewelry, charms and other products. We are still working to expand Brighton in the store. Our Brighton assortments consumes approximately one fourth of our retail space.”

Vondran said she enjoys being around her customers and getting to know them.

“It’s always fun to help women complete an outfit with that one special item or find a whole new outfit. I know how those shopping trips go when you can’t find anything. I love to hear ladies talk about all the compliments they receive on their Tickled Pink purchases.”

Vondran said she loves the atmosphere of downtown Conway.

“We have shoppers from all over the state, and even a few from other states, who enjoy the shopping experience that Conway has to offer. It’s a nice area that Conway has put a lot of work into.”

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Balloon Sinuplasty Procedure

Question & Answer with “The Sinus Guy”

As we quickly move into Fall many people will notice that the change in weather brings on frequent sinus issues. After numerous treatments of antibiotics and nasal sprays you find frustrated with no relief. Dr. Doug Stroud has been performing a procedure called the Balloon Sinuplasty in both the Conway Regional Out Patient Surgery Center as well as in the office at Conway ENT Clinic. He sees an average of 12 patients a week for persistent sinus issues. The following are frequently asked questions about the Balloon Sinuplasty procedure: • HOW LONG DOES THE PROCEDURE TAKE? IN OFFICE- Less than 15 min after anesthetic spray is used to numb the nasal cavity.

HOSPITAL- 30-60 minutes. Usually when done in an outpatient setting it is an additional procedure; for instance with a Septoplasty, which is the straitening of the septum in the nasal cavity • IS GENERAL ANESTHESIA REQUIRED? Only if it is performed as an outpatient procedure along with additional sinus surgery such as a Septoplasty and/or Turbinate Reduction.

• HOW QUICK CAN I RETURN TO DAILY ACTIVITIES? Because it is a minimally invasive procedure, most patients can return to normal activities within 24 to 48 hours

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• HOW DOES THE SINUS STAY OPEN? The balloon device dilates the sinus permanently by micro-fracture of the thin bone surrounding the sinus opening.

• HOW LONG WILL THE SINUS STAY OPEN? 98% of patients have permanent results and a small number that close back are simply redilated.

• WHAT LEVEL OF POST OP PAIN? On a scale of 0 to 10 most patients will experience 0-2 for a period of a few hours after the procedure.

• IS THE BALLOON SINUPLASTY RIGHT FOR ME? If you suffer from recurrent sinusitis, and medication alone has not been effective in relieving your symptoms, you may be a perfect candidate for the procedure. To find out if you are a candidate for the Balloon Sinuplasty please contact our office for an initial consultation.

• ARE THE BALLOON SINUPLASTY DEVICES SAFE? The Balloon Sinuplasty technology is minimally invasive and has been clinically demonstrated to be safe by leading Ear, Nose and Throat specialists. Unlike other surgical methods used to clear blocked sinuses, the Balloon Sinuplasty procedure does not remove bone or tissue.

• HOW LONG WILL I EXPERIENCE BLEEDING? Most patients will experience a small amount of dripping for 24 to 36 hours.

• HOW DOES IT WORK? A small flexible balloon is inserted into the nose and into the blocked sinus passage.

The balloon is then slowly inflated, which widens and restructures the walls of the sinus passage.

Dr. Stroud grew up in central Arkansas; he graduated from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville and the University of Arkansas Medical School in Little Rock. He interned at Emory University and has been a licensed medical doctor for over 30 years.

WHITE GOAT Get your home ready for the holidays

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Mistletoe The lights are all strung and there’s music in the air…

The sights and sounds of Christmas are all around!

Please join with friends and family at our Downtown Conway Mistletoe Madness

“Mistletoe Madness” is a one stop Christmas shopping extravaganza. Downtown offers it all: art, jewelry, home decor, clothing, toys, foods and more. Saturday, December 13 kicks-off the “12 Days til Christmas” countdown. Merchants welcome shoppers with holiday incentives that you will not want to miss. Downtown Conway boosts over 40 local merchants that will be participating in this event.

• Saturday, December 13, 2014 • 10:00am – 9:00pm • Downtown Conway

Our shops and restaurants will welcome visitors with special Holiday treats that will surely delight not only the senses but the pocket book as well! Plus in Rogers Plaza, there will be carolers from Theodore Jones and Carolyn Lewis Elementary schools, as well as performances by Blackbird Academy of Arts & Preston Palmer Studios.

Go to DowntownConway.org for performance schedule.

And a special Holiday Handmade Arcade in Rogers Plaza starting at 10:00am – 2pm.

The Holiday Handmade Arcade is for artists and crafters that allows downtown customers a unique shopping experience.

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Madness D O W N TO W N C O N WAY

Conway Christmas Parade Saturday, Dec. 13, 6pm

The annual Conway Christmas Parade finishes off the day with a themed parade that stretches from south Front Street to North Front. The parade is hosted by Relay for Life of Faulkner County with all proceeds from float sponsorships going to the American Cancer Society. The Parade starts at the south end of Front Street and heads north to Smith Street.

Conway Christmas Tree Lighting @ Rogers Plaza TBD Visit Downtown Conway to take part in the lighting of the Conway Christmas Tree, standing at over 3 stories high. You and your family will not want to miss this fantastic event, that lights up all of Downtown Conway!

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ev e n t s

Shelley Youngblood, Amanda Bright, Natalie Hall, Debbie Lewis, and Donna Townsell

Melissa Dunbar-Gates and Brad Lacy

Antonio Jones and Melissa Moore

Laura Kruger and Lindsey Sward

Sherrye Craig and Jeff Craig

Jamie Gates, Jeremy Gardner, and Chad Russell

Laci Booth and Andrew Booth

Bill Parsley, Michelle Parsley, and Elizabeth-Parsley Tucker

Minza Spradlin and Amy Fulmer

Courtney Mallett and Tara Mallett

Karen Deaver, Laura Simpson, and Marsha Joyner

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casa festival of chairs

Sara Goodman and Sherry Smith. Sara won the ring donated by Fletcher Smith’s in the raffle drawing.

Pam McDowell and Michelle McDowell

Tyler Pearson and Melissa Kordsmeier

Frank Evans and Natalie Hall

Jason Smith and Stephanie Smith

Velda Lueders, Jonna Shaw, and Tim Shaw

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casa festival of chairs cont .

Freda Lawless, Kelli Small, and Kelly Burroughs

Whitney Cummings and Leo Cummings

Lauren Rivers, David Isom, Chelsea McFadin, and Sam McFadin

Michelle Hoyt and Nick Hoyt

Karla Braswell, Karen Fulmer, and Shannon Wilcox

Kelly Sublett, Cody Sublett, Betsey Barham, and Bob Barham

Fletcher’s Smith’s Jewelers staff and friends. Fletcher Smith’s donated a $10,000 diamond ring for the events raffle.

James Ryken, Brian Odom, Jen Ryken, Michelle Odom, Yanci Gibson, Brandon Gibson

Keith Bell, Zanette Bell, and Erik Sward

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Patrick Jamerson and Josh Epps

conway downtown partnership ann u al meeting

Janette Covington and George Covington

George Covington was presented the Downtown Award of Distinction by Kim Williams, Conway Downtown Partnership Executive Director

Brent Salter, Gene Salter, Nathan Salter, and Jay Salter

Johnny Adams, Brad Lacy, Sherri Pillow, and Greg Pillow

New Urbanism Panel discussion at the CDP Annual Meeting

Carol Adcock, Bunny Adcock, Jeanne Smyers, and Tricia O’Connor

Logan Phillips, Joannie Shearer, Tom Nelson, Candace Meeks, Maret Cahill, and Ritchie Howell

Vance Strange, Steve Strange, and Doug Strange

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shakespeare theatre membership event

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the arts

Arts Scene Holiday Shopping Outside the Box I absolutely LOVE the holiday season. For as long as I can remember I have waited anxiously for Thanksgiving break to arrive so I could pull out the family Christmas tree, string the garland on the mantle, and turn the radio to non-stop carols. But as much as I love those traditions, my truly favorite part of Christmas has always been trying to find the perfect gifts for my family and friends.

While I believe it should be considered a sin to put up tinsel and lights before November (Come on, Hobby Lobby, do we have to display the Christmas décor in July? How can you possibly get in the holly, jolly spirit when its 102 degrees?), I have to admit I start picking out gifts as early as August. I love to comb through flea markets and boutiques searching for unique presents I know my mom or aunt would adore but never find or buy for themselves.

As you finish up (or start!) your holiday shopping, why not think outside the box of bustling chain stores like Target and Best Buy? In our own budding little town you can find original hand-made gifts of all kinds, in a variety of price ranges, created right here in Conway.

Not only will you be supporting locally owned businesses with your tax dollars, but you’ll also be helping to sustain local artists who add so much value to our community. Plus, it sounds a lot better to say “Hey Mom, I saw this one-of-a-kind necklace and thought

of you!” then to say “Hey Mom, here’s a $20 gift card to Wal-Mart – love you!” So… it’s pretty much a win-win for everyone.

To get you started, here are just a few of the many Conway stores stocking their shelves with unique, local items: Art on the Green (501) 205-1922 1100 Bob Courtway Drive Paintings, photography, sculptures, woodworking, and glass fusion by local artists ranging in price from $50$10,000. Christmas prints of original art also available for $50-$200.

Branch Out (501) 205-1280 1116 Oak Street Local handmade jewelry, knit hats, paintings, and photography ranging from $20-$60.

Carmen’s Antiques (501) 327-6978 1022 Oak Street Original artworks in pastel, watercolor, oil pastel, acrylic, oil and mixed media; $20-$1,200.

The Locals (479) 259-1727 1024 Van Ronkle Ceramics, stamped silverware, mugs, magnets, music albums, jewelry, paintings, hand-made cards, knitted apparel, and home goods created by local artists and musicians; prices range from $5-$80.

Jennie Strange is the founder and Executive Director of Blackbird Academy of Arts, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing quality performing and visual arts education. She lives in Conway with her husband, Statler, and a random assortment of dogs, goats, and chickens. To submit your arts calendar events, email Jennie@blackbirdacademy.org

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Artist Highlight Nicheyta Raino Owner of Be Free Designs

December Arts Events

Please check out the event website for more information and pricing. december 2: UCA Wind Ensembles and Symphonic Band Concert @ Reynolds Performance Hall; 7:30 p.m. www.uca.edu/music/calendar/ (G) december 2-4: Festival of One Act Plays produced and directed by UCA 2014 Directing Class @ UCA’s Bridges/ Larson Theatre; 7:30 p.m. www.uca.edu/theatre/season/ (Appropriate audience age varies by show)

How did you get started making jewelry?

I’ve been making jewelry for fun since I was 12 years old. I started seriously designing jewelry about 3 years ago. I couldn’t find any jewelry that felt like “me” so I just made it myself!

What type of products do you make?

I make hand-stamped pieces, post earrings, bracelets and necklaces. I have recently started making jewelry dishes and knit scarves, as well as headbands for children. I also take custom orders for individuals and for large events.

What are you working on right now?

Right now I’m gearing up for the holidays! I have several orders for my Etsy shop and hope to soon be working on a large order for the US Lacrosse Teamit’s really exciting!

What inspires your designs?

Oh definitely the power of

words and also simplicity. I believe words have the ability to bring life and I believe in finding the beauty in the simple things in our world. Each piece of my jewelry that I send out has a handwritten note by me for the recipient. It’s my way of showing love and speaking life over each person.

Where can we find your jewelry?

Go to my website, www.befreedesigns.com to find out more and link to my Etsy store.

december 3: UCA Jazz Ensembles Concert @ Snow Fine Arts Recital Hall; 7:30 p.m. www.uca.edu/music/calendar/ (G) december 4: • Jura Margulis, Guest Piano Recital @ UCA Snow Fine Arts Recital Hall; 7:30 p.m. www.uca.edu/music/calendar/ • Jura Margulis, Guest Piano Recital @ UCA Snow Fine Arts Recital Hall; 7:30 p.m. www.uca.edu/music/calendar/ december 5: UCA Honor Band Concert @ Reynolds Performance Hall; 7:30 p.m. www.uca.edu/music/calendar/ (G) december 6: • Acting Workshop: Getting Your Act Together: Audition Techniques @ Blackbird Academy of Arts; 1:00-4:00 p.m. www.blackbirdacademy.org (Ages 12-18) • Nutcracker Sweets- Join the Tinsel and Tutus dancers for preshow sweets! @ Brewer-Hegeman Conference Center; 6:00 p.m. www.conwaysymphony.org (G) • Conway Symphony Orchestra presents Tinsel and Tutus holiday concert @Reynolds Performance Hall; 7:30 p.m.

www.conwaysymphony.org (G) •Hieronymus Bogs, One Man Troupe @ The Locals; 7:00 p.m. www.thelocals.be (PG13) december 6-7: Glass Fusing and Jewelry Workshop for Beginners @ Blackbird Academy of Arts; Sat 10-2, Sun 1:30-5:30 p.m. www.blackbirdacademy.org (Ages 12+) december 7: • UCA Concerto Competition @ Snow Fine Arts Recital Hall; 10:00 a.m. www.uca.edu/music/calendar/ (G) • A Christmas Carol @Reynolds Performance Hall; 3:00 p.m. www.uca.edu/reynolds (G) december 8: Voices of Central Arkansas Concert @UCA Snow Fine Arts Recital Hall; 7:00 p.m. www.uca.edu/music/calendar/ (G) december 11-13: Conway Community Arts presents Pvt. Wars @The Lantern Theatre; www.conwayarts.org (A) december 13: • Weaving on a Shoe String workshop @ The Locals; 12:00 p.m. www.thelocals.be (PG) • Winter Arts Showcase @ Blackbird Academy of Arts; 2:00-5:00 p.m. www.blackbirdacademy.org (G) • Musicians, poets, authors, dancers, and performance artists show off your talents! @ The Locals; 7:00 p.m.; www.thelocals.be (PG) december 20: Glass Etching Workshop @ The Locals; 1:00 p.m. www.thelocals.be (G) Rating key: G – Suitable for all ages PG-Suggested for ages 7+ PG13- Suggested for ages 13+ A- Suggested for Adults 18+ WWW.WOMENSINC.NET 35

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Simmons Bank Pumpkin Collection

Benefitting the elephants at Riddle’s Elephant and Wildlife Sanctuary Simmons Bank is collecting pumpkins now through December 12th at the Conway Commons branch located at 1005 East Oak Street in Conway next to TGI Fridays. There is a large receptacle behind the building with a banner that says “we are accepting pumpkins for the elephants”. Please drop off pumpkins in the receptacle. This is the 5th year for Simmons Bank and their employees to participate in this “recycling” of the community’s fall pumpkins. They will collect the pumpkins and then deliver them to Riddle’s Elephant and Wildlife Sanctuary in Guy. These pumpkins will be a special treat for the elephants living there.

Don’t throw your pumpkins away this year as you are decorating for Christmas.

Recycle them and make a rescued elephant very happy this holiday season.

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Tribute Tree – a long tradition of Lighting the Way for our future

Holiday shoppers looking for a more meaningful gift this year can give a gift that truly gives back.

Since 1999, the Conway Regional Tribute Tree has provided the community an opportunity to pay tribute to someone who has shown comfort, support and love all year long. For as little as $25, donors can dedicate a light in honor or in memory of someone special to them. A beautiful acknowledgement card will be provided to the honoree and their names will be displayed in the lobby of the medical center and on the Conway Regional website at www.conwayregional.org through the season.

Tributes also light up our community by funding scholarships for students pursu-

ing a degree in a health-related field, such as Mallori Kunkle. Mallori, a second generation nursing student, is the recipient of one of the ten scholarships awarded by the Foundation. She follows in the footsteps of her mother, Lori Reynolds, a longtime oncology nurse at Conway Regional.

“This scholarship means so much to me because nursing school is very demanding.

I have very little time to work and being newly married, our finances were tight,” said Kunkle. “It allows me to pursue my dream of becoming a nurse, like my mom.”

The Conway Regional Health Foundation has awarded more than $200,000 to area students since the program started.

Donors and honorees are invited to kick off the holiday season at a special tree lighting ceremony on December 4 at 6 pm

Mallori Kunkle received a scholarship from the Conway Regional Health Foundation. Contributions to the Tribute Tree help provide scholarships to students entering a health related field.

in front of the Conway Regional Women’s Center. The tree will remain lit throughout the holiday season. For details call 501.513.5778 or visit Foundation@conwayregional.org.

The Kitchen Store raises funds for perinatal bereavement

From left to right: Lori Ross Scroggin, Chief Development; Jim Lambert, President and CEO, Mary Salazaar, Women’s and Infants Director; Jacqueline Wilkerson, Chief Nursing Officer; Marla Hambuchen, Special Event Coordinator; Dot Welch, Associate Director of Health Foundation.

The Kitchen Store & More raised more than $17,000 for the Conway Regional Perinatal Bereavement Program, during their Holiday Preview Event on Oct. 23. The store was decorated for the holidays, as shoppers took advantage of the opportunity to shop while supporting a worthy cause. The Perinatal Bereavement Program supports families after the loss of an infant during pregnancy or immediately after being born. Store owner Jeanne Smyers and her daughter, Tricia O’Connor, store manager are shown presenting the funds to members of the Conway Regional team.

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Jesus changes everything

by Andrea Lennon

‫ ‏‬E ach morning I drive my youngest son to school. I love the fifteen minutes of‫ ‏‬talk time that Andrew and I have in the car. Recently on our drive, I asked Andrew this question, “What is your favorite part of Christmas?” Immediately Andrew gave me a funny look. You have to understand that my kids grow up with a mom who is a Bible teacher. As a result, they are sensitive to questions that should be answered with the response of “Jesus.” (I type the last sentence with a smile on my face.) My boys love Jesus and Jesus is central in our home. However, as Andrew looked at me, I reassured him that any answer to my Christmas question was acceptable and that a “minisermon” would not follow. ‫ ‏‬A ndrew thought about my question for a few seconds.

He then shared his favorite part of Christmas. He loves waking up in the morning and peeking under the tree to see the gifts. Andrew likes the surprise of opening a gift that he did not ask for or a gift that he waited a long time to receive. Something about Andrew’s response touched my heart. It was an honest response that communicated deep ties to the memories that are made each Christmas morning in our home. ‫ ‏‬A fter I dropped Andrew off at school, I thought about our conversation. I thought about how Jesus provides everything that Andrew shared in his answer. When we enter into a relationship with Jesus we have no idea the adventure that lies ahead. As a result, each day we wake up and live a life that is vastly different than anything we could accomplish in our own strength. This results in surprises along the way. These surprises are things we

never dreamed possible. Maybe it is a restored marriage, a financial burden that is lifted, or a call to help someone during their time of need. When we love Jesus and live our lives to honor Him, our values, dreams, goals, and desires change. Life becomes an adventure that is full of wonderful surprises. ‫ ‏‬A s we follow Jesus, we have the opportunity to wait on His timing in our life. We all know what it is like to get in a hurry and try to make things happen in our own strength or according to our own plan. I regularly have to watch this tendency in my life. One of my constant goals is to never rush ahead of Jesus. I want to honor Jesus in the way that I live. This desire often requires me to wait.

Waiting is hard especially when we are waiting on something that is extremely important to us like a new job, a sweet baby, a cure for the disease, or a wayward child to come home. Waiting requires trust. However, when we wait on God and His timing in our life, the outcome is always sweeter than if we tried to make things happen on our own. ‫ ‏‬T hink about this verse of scripture in light of Christmas, “Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.” (James 1:17, New International Version) As we think about God and the teachings found in the Bible, we can conclude that anything of eternal value finds its way back to the manger and was ultimately provided through the cross. Jesus was born and He lived a perfect life. Jesus died a cruel death in order to conquer sin and the grave. Jesus rose again and offers the only way for you and me to have a relationship with God. Jesus is God’s gift to us. He is the

“Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights , who does not change like shifting shadows.”

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perfect gift that came from heaven and was sent by His loving heavenly Father. This Christmas season, take time to celebrate Jesus. If you do not have a relationship with

Jesus, you can. Right now ask Jesus to save you from your sins. He will and your life will be forever changed. It is true—- Jesus changes everything.

Andrea Lennon lives in Conway, Arkansas, with her husband, Jay, and sons, Jake and Andrew. Andrea ministers to the women of Arkansas through a speaking and writing ministry called True Vine Ministry. To learn more about this ministry, access Andrea’s website at www.andrealennon.net.

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IT’S ALL IN THE DETAILS

s h o p p in g Wooden tray $27.99 Bottle brush trees $5.99-$6.99 Mitten ornament $5.99 Small wooden sign $1.99 Merry Christmas kitchen towel $7.99 Flatware (5 piece setting) $22 Sophie Conran dinner plate $16.99 and salad plate $14.99 Espresso cup and saucer set $9.99 Available at The Kitchen Store

“Ooh La La” purse $290 “Pretty Tough” large wallet $100 Lipstick case $30 “First Kiss” coin purse $48 Charm pen $23 – All items by Brighton Available at Tickled Pink

Lucchese tassel tobacco boots $360 G. Spinelli lion’s tooth with gold nugget necklace $225 and druzy with bar necklace $125 Available at Grand on Oak 40 WOMEN’S INC. / DECEMBER 2014

Reactor men’s watch; 2 tone chronograph with blue dial $400 Jude Frances 14kt gold and diamond hoop earrings with signature charms in 14kt gold, diamonds and white topaz $1,280 and 14kt gold and diamond ring with white topaz in the center $2,590 Available at Fletcher Smith’s

Capri Blue mercury glass candle $19.99 Conseula small cosmetic bag $29.99 Gloves $16.99 Flower hat $22.99 Scarf $24.99 Consuela classic tote $179.99 Available at Grand on Oak

Martin Dingman wallet $75 Smathers and Branson key fob $28 Hand needlepoint belt $165 Leather Razorback wallet $35 Robinson Lane cufflinks (handmade in Arkansas) $50 Moonshine after shave $40 and cologne $76 Available at Bell & Sward

Pandora bracelet and charms-unforgettable moments for Christmas (price available upon request-each bracelet is unique) PJ Salvage “Party Time” ref flannel pajamas $65 Estee Lauder Holiday gift set $59.50 with any Estee Lauder fragrance purchase (collection valued over $350) Available at Lefler’s WWW.WOMENSINC.NET 41

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Hey Santa! Let’s read!

by Susan O’Keefe

Take your mark. Get set. Read.

Whether reading on your kindle, ipad, or an old fashioned piece of papyrus, reading ranks as a vital skill in nearly all walks of life. It develops the mind. It allows for adventure. It serves as a favorite pastime for many. And it can be done almost anywhere, anytime.

Author and humorist Garrison Keillor said, “A book is a gift you can open again and again.”

As Christmas lists are penned, and parents search for the perfect present, consider the gift that can be recycled, reused, and re-read; a book, of course.

To help shoppers jumpstart their purchases, use the following suggestions as a springboard.

All the Light We Cannot See – Anthony Doerr My mother-in-law, an avid reader, and gold member of two book clubs, suggested this one. She calls it one of the 42 WOMEN’S INC. / DECEMBER 2014

most beautifully written books in which the author uses artfully constructed sentences, similes, and metaphors. It takes place before and during World War II. One main character is a blind French girl who is interested in natural elements especially seashells. The other main character is a young German orphan boy who is gifted in electronics.

It is surprising how the two youngsters connect at the end of the story. The title conveys a number of meanings which can be discovered while reading the book. Check The New York Times Best Seller List for this one. It’s drawing rave reviews.

in the ’36 Olympics. Zamperini’s story is told in the book, Unbroken which will be released as a movie Christmas Day. It is another remarkable story.)

The Boys in the Boat – Daniel James Brown For anyone to read, of course, but mainly targeting a male audience, The Boys in the Boat will leave a lasting impression.

This inspiring true story chronicles the success of the working-class University of Washington rowing team versus the elite teams of the Northeast like Harvard and Yale. The Washington team beats the odds to attend and win gold at the 1936 Olympics in Berlin. (Jesse Owens and Louis Zamperini also competed

The Art of Racing in the Rain –Garth Stein For the one who loves to laugh, here’s a sure winner. This warm-hearted tale is told from the perspective of a race car driver’s dog. Enzo, the canine companion, learns about racing cars because his master always tunes the television to the racing channel. When the man of the house leaves, the tube stays on. Enzo is totally devoted to his master, Danny, and his family. Enzo helps Danny through

Rowing was a popular sport in the late 1800s to mid-1900s. It enjoyed a similar status as football does today. Thousands of fans would watch rowing practices and meets. As a sport, rowing requires great strength, coordination, trust, and a unique ability to maneuver the vessel as a unit. All rowers must be in tune to the sound of the coxswain.

a few low spots in his life. Through laughter and dog slobber, there are life lessons to be learned, a few tears, and certainly a few laughs.

The Eat-Clean Diet; Recharged – Tosca Reno For that special someone on your list who enjoys avoiding the extra holiday helping of stuffing, or who strongly desires to know how to make wiser choices at the grocery store, this book gets two thumbs up. It’s colorful. It’s easy-to-read. It has recipes and remedies, plus principles and plans providing even the novice nutritionist a guide to better food choices. From hydration to metabolism as well as cellulite and sickness, Tosca Reno packs a powerful punch.

For teens, tweens, and children, check school reading lists, or browse www.scholastic.com. Public libraries usually offer advice for specific ages. Some families are choosing a genre a month in 2015 and will focus on the classics, mysteries, and comedies. Family read aloud time promotes togetherness no matter the age of the listeners.

To keep your shopping manageable, think R-E-A-D. Think B-O-O-K-S. And consider the gift that keeps on giving. Mr. Keillor would be pleased.

Susan O’Keefe recently moved to Augusta, Georgia, with her husband, Jack, four children, and enthusiastic black Labrador puppy, Oxford.

Susan plans to continue reading and reviewing as books create a window and relationship to thousands of lives and adventures. Drop Susan a line or suggest a book by emailing her at womensinc@womensinc.net.

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french toast, pumpkin bread, and banana nut bread

...oh my!

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french toast , p u mpkin bread , banana n u t bread

quick and Easy breakfast ideas for christmas morning Christmas morning is a busy time with all the gift exchanging and unwrapping of presents. Instead of fussing over a hot stove and missing all the fun, prepare breakfast the night before so everyone can enjoy the holiday AND a hot breakfast.

Quick and easy ideas: • Egg Casserole-prepare the night before, add the eggs the morning of and place in the oven • Assorted breads-these can be made weeks in advance and placed in the freezer • Ask each family member to bring a dish for “pot luck style” • Set up a “build your own omelet” station, everyone can prepare their own Chef Jill McCollum, CC is the Caterer and Food Service Director for Central Baptist College. Jill is the owner of Jill McCollum Catering in Conway. She can be reached at jmccollum@cbc.edu or (501) 730-4422

French Toast 1 cup cream ¼ cup milk 4 eggs ¼ teaspoon cinnamon 1 ½ teaspoon granulated sugar Dash salt Approximately 14 slices bread Mix all ingredients; dip bread into mixture, turn once.

Put in buttered skillet, brown on both sides, serve with syrup or powdered sugar.

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Pumpkin Bread 3 ½ cups all purpose flour 3 cups granulated sugar 2 teaspoons soda 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 ½ teaspoon salt 2 cups pumpkin (small can) 4 eggs 1 cup vegetable oil 1 cup pecans Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix dry ingredients till smooth, then mix in remaining ingredients. Grease 3 loaf pans, pour batter into pans half way full. Bake for 45 to 60 minutes.

Banana Nut Bread ½ cup butter 1 ½ cup granulated sugar 2 eggs 1 ½ cup all purpose flour, sifted ½ teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon soda in ½ cup buttermilk 1 cup mashed bananas ½ cup chopped nuts In a bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs, flour and salt. Mix. Add buttermilk mixture and beat. Mix in bananas and nuts. Pour into a greased and floured loaf pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour or until done. Makes 1 loaf.

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10 strategies

Holiday cheer or holiday blues?

10 strategies for preventing holiday sadness

by Detra Clark, LCSW We have entered the season for spreading excessive holiday cheer! While it’s my favorite time of year, we all know it can come with its own set of challenges if we are not intentional in focusing on what matters most. A little more giving, a lot more spending, an overwhelming amount of comparison, and a partridge in a pear tree. For many, the holidays can often be a struggle emotionally for a number of reasons.

• Grieving the loss of a loved one or relationship • Loneliness • Financial stress or limitations • Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) also referred to as seasonal depression • Stress • Fatigue • Over commercialization and social media • Unrealistic expectations

Recognizing the Signs (M.D. Stoppler, 2014): • Excessive drinking • Insomnia • Crying more than usual • Headaches • Overeating It is important to maintain perspective and balance during this time of year. The holidays are about making memories and

being present in the moment. The key to maintaining your health both emotionally and physically is to keep yourself in check.

10 Strategies for preventing Holiday blues: • Create a budget and manage your spending. If you can’t afford to buy a new 20ft Christmas tree to keep up with your neighbors, don’t. Keep the old 7.5ft, and put a few new ornaments on it. Perspective: Yes everyone would ooh and aah at the new tree, but that won’t help you replace the money for bills that you used to purchase it. So be wise in your spending… after all there is life after the holidays, and it would probably be great if you had something left to help you live it.

• Limit your alcohol consumption.

Alcohol is a depressant and if you are already a little down, excessive drinking could certainly worsen your symptoms of depression.

• Say no! Shopping til you drop, house guests, and making an appearance at every holiday celebration is guaranteed to wear you out.

• Consider limiting your time on social media and watching television. Remember commercials are marketing designed by professionals to get your attention and your cash. Also of note, people usually

only post what they want you to see on social media. Please avoid comparisons. Everything that glitters is not gold.

• Soak up some sun when you can. No closed blinds and curtains. Sunlight or exposure to bright light at least 30 minutes a day is particularly helpful for those suffering from SAD or holiday blues in the fall and winter months (M.D. Stoppler, 2014).

• Surround yourself with positive friends and family. It may also be helpful to add a layer of support by seeking therapy to work through feelings of loneliness, sadness or being overwhelmed.

• Enjoy being in the present.

• Take a day off, and make time for yourself.

• Be honest with yourself and others about what you can and cannot do, and be okay with it. No apologizes are needed.

• Maintain a healthy diet and continue exercising. Holidays are not a vacation from making good choices. Continue to pay attention to what you put into your body, and how we take care of it. Enjoy mom’s turkey and dressing and Grandma Betty’s pie in moderation.

References M.D. Stoppler, M. C. (2014, 04 29). Retrieved from MedicineNet.com: http://www. medicinenet.com/holiday_depression_and_stress/ page3.htm

Detra Clark is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She has been Children’s therapist at Counseling Associates Inc. since 2008. She lives in Conway with her husband, Bryan, and three children, Kayla, Micah and Channing.

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mix & match kids fashion dress all your little ones this season with easy to wear mix & match fashions from Lexi, Hodge podge, & sado. These lines make pairing outfits easy for kids & parents. Simply sweet kids offers monogramming and applique, free gift wrapping, and awesome customer service. baby registry and layaway are also some services that make us unique in Conway.

“it’s easy to create several outfits from only a few pieces of clothing by mixing and matching” – samie pew, owner

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FeelingOverwhelmed ?

MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM THE KITCHEN STORE & MORE

“Our lists are long during the holidays. Finding ways to slow down and spend quality time with family and friends means even more. A home cooked meal, game night and reading Christmas stories will make the holidays memorable. Limit your shopping time by checking more gifts off under one roof. Find a special gift for everyone on your list at The Kitchen Store & More” - owner, Jeanne Smyers

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