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Iroquois Steeplechase Past and Present page 16

Time to Hit The Road! Full Time RVing page 18

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Charlie Mac: Sportscaster, and Musician “You gotta earn your spurs. Don’t think you’re going to step out of school into ESPN. Do your homework.” read more on page 12

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On the cover: Charlie Mac. His Life, His Way, CHarlie Mac’s Way! Article by Marelia Rocasco

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Charlie Mac: Sportscaster, and Musician “You gotta earn your spurs. Don’t think you’re going to step out of school into ESPN. Do your homework.” read more on page 12

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Two Horses Just up the road from my home is a field, with two horses in it. From a distance, each horse looks like any other horse. But if you get a closer look you will notice something quite interesting... One of the horses is blind. His owner has chosen not to have him put down, but has made him a safe and comfortable barn to live in. This alone is pretty amazing. But if you stand nearby and listen, you will hear the sound of a bell. It is coming from a smaller horse in the field. Attached to the horse’s halter is a small, copper-colored bell. It lets the blind friend know where the other horse is, so he can follow. As you stand and watch these two friends you’ll see that the horse with the bell is always checking on the blind horse, and that the blind horse will listen for the bell and then slowly walk to where the other horse is, trusting he will not be led astray. When the horse with the bell returns to the shelter of the barn each evening, he will stop occasionally to look back, making sure that the blind friend isn’t too far behind to hear the bell. Like the owners of these two horses, God

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does not throw us away just because we are not perfect. Or because we have problems or challenges. He watches over us and even brings others into our lives to help us when we are in need.

Word Search /Page 5 EVENTS /Page 7 brought to you by: Comprehensive Care Coordination Retiring in Middle Tennessee with Steve and Paula Scianna /Page 8 by Mary Bounds Charlie McAlexander: His Life, His Way, Charlie Mac’s Way! /Page 12 by: Marelia Rocasco Enjoy Spring Without Backstrain: 10 Steps to Pain-Free Gardening /Page 15 by Becky Rolland The Iroquois SteepleChase: Past and Present /Page 16 by Rhonda Smart

Sometimes we are the blind horse, being guided by the little ringing bell of those who God places in our lives. And at other times we are the guide horse, helping others to find their way.

Time to Hit The Road: From Retirement to Fulltime RVing /Page 18 by Becky Rolland Water: 5 Reasons to Never Neglect It /Page 20 by Travis Manny

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Editor Lana Walgamotte

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Contributing Writers: M ary Bounds, Michelle Carollo, Cheryl Culbertson, Miriam Hulett, Morelia Rococo, Jessica Valenzuela

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You Can Avoid Probate “Having an Estate Plan is essential”

Having an Estate Plan is essential to prepare for the future and provide for your loved ones. A big question that most clients have regarding their Estate Plan is whether they should choose a Will or a Revocable Living Trust to express their testamentary intent. This article discusses a few key aspects of a Trust compared to a Will. A Will goes into effect after you have passed away. It does not provide for management of any assets during your life. A Trust can be used as a management and consolidation tool for your assets while you are living and also distribute assets after you pass away. Assets will be transferred into your Trust to be managed by your Trustee. Much like an Executor manages assets under a Will after someone passes away, a Trustee manages the assets owned by a Trust. The Trustee of a Trust is typically the same person who sets up the Trust, and a successor Trustee will be named to take over after the original Trustee passes away or becomes incapacitated. A Trust can provide a mechanism for the ongoing management of a business, rental property, and many other types of assets.

A Trust can typically avoid the probate process. A Trust governs property titled in the name of your Trust. If all assets are properly titled in the name of your Trust at your passing, those assets will not have to go through Probate. Any property not titled in the name of your Trust is typically covered by a “pour over” Will. A “pour over” Will mandates that all of your assets at your death, whether or not titled in the name of your Trust, were supposed to be in your Trust, and thus “pours over” the assets into your Trust. Probate has to be opened to utilize the “pour over” Will, but the process is often less expensive and less time consuming than with a regular Will. A Trust can provide for a more private and less time consuming administrative process after your death than a Will. Trust administration is often easier on loved ones because probate typically does not have to be opened, and your successor Trustee can handle the Trust administration more on their own schedule without the necessity of going to court. When a Will is probated, it becomes part of the public record. Anyone can obtain a copy of your Will. A Trust does not become part of the public record after your death. This allows for privacy in the distribution of your assets.

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Nutrition May 2017

Superfoods for Diabetes, a Series The last of our Superfood series is Kale: Out of all the super healthy greens, kale is the king. It is considered one of the healthiest and most nutritious plant foods in existence. Kale is known to contain all sorts of beneficial compounds. This dark green vegetable looks something like lettuce with its ruffled leaves, but, just like a brussel sprout, it’s a member of the cabbage family. Fresh kale is noted for its coarse dark leaves. Kale can last three to five days in the refrigerator. Some supermarkets often have it cut and prepackaged ready to go.

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So what’s so SUPER about Kale? Kale is packed with vitamin C. (Two cups have twice as much vitamin C as a medium orange.) It’s also a good source of vitamin A (beta carotene), calcium, and potassium, which has been shown to lower high blood pressure. Kale contains very little fat, but a large portion of the fat in it is the omega-3 fatty acid called alpha linolenic acid. Kale is also a great source for vitamin K, which has clotting properties, be careful if you are on anticoagulant drugs as this may counteract your medications. Kale is High in Lutein and Zeaxanthin, powerful nutrients that protect the eyes

HOW TO COOK: You can eat kale raw, in place of lettuce in a salad, but the classic cooking method is braising. Place chopped Kale into a pan of turkey bacon sautéed in olive oil with onion, celery, and carrots. Kale can tend to have a bitter flavor, add lemon juice or cider vinegar to the mix, then steam the kale in the broth. Kale is great in salads; it can be roasted as chips or simply sautéed as seen here to the right.

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Remember: The more variety in your diet, the more chance you’re going to consume all the nutrients your body needs.

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Retiring in Middle Tennesse By: Mary Bounds

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More Americans are age 65 or older than at any other time in U.S. history. Plus, with approximately 8,000 Baby Boomers turning 65 each day, a growing number of older adults will soon be joining the ranks of the retired and begin to search for that perfect retirement destination. Gone are the days when Florida was the gold standard for retirement living. Today, the newly retired are pulling up stakes and venturing to other desirable locations, and among the latest senior savvy locales, is Middle Tennessee! What is it about the Tennessee hills that is so attractive to retirees? Besides mild climate and picturesque scenery, Middle Tennessee boasts small town charm packed with diverse cultural influences and a broad array of sports, music and entertainment venues. Add to that tax advantages, affordable housing, and first-rate healthcare, and its easy to see why seniors fall in love with this upbeat-butlaid-back, retirement friendly lifestyle. So it was with Steve and Paula Scianna, who found themselves staring in the face of Father Time. For the Sciannas, who hardly thought of themselves as “old folks,” retirement was just around the corner and finding that perfect place to spend the rest and best of their lives was high on their agenda. Like most American couples, the Sciannas had dreamed of their latter years, anticipating memorable moments with family and friends. Yet with four children and five grandchildren scattered over four states, the Sciannas feared their “Golden years” could be in jeopardy. In fact, with children living in Texas, Mississippi, Ohio and Illinois, one question was key to their quest, “Is there an ideal location central to us all?” Despite having lived in Texas for over a decade, the Sciannas are Mississippi homegrown, raised on Gulf Coast shrimp and Mama’s “nanner puddin’.” Plus they’re die-hard Mississippi State fans, who cheered for Dak Prescott when he played for the Bulldogs in Starkville. Yet as they looked for the perfect retirement home, these proud Mississippi natives were compelled to expand their

search. For the Sciannas, finding a home conveniently located for their four children was not a preference, it was a requirement. Paula explains, “To find a suitable retirement home centrally located for our adult children, we realized our search would have to expand beyond of our home state of Mississippi.” Truthfully, the retirement home the Sciannas dreamed of would need to meet other criteria as well. Easy access to a major airport and top-notch healthcare was non-negotiable. Steve and Paula were also interested in cultural arts, sporting arenas, good music and flavorful foods. In addition, they desired a strong church-based community and a house that blended character with modern conveniences. And just where did they think they’d find this personal utopia? In truth, Paula admits, “We had no idea!” Like many on the cusp of retirement, the Scianna’s started their search by means of the internet and travel magazines. Anticipating their hunt could take some time, they were surprised when almost immediately one area stood apart from other potential locations. In fact, within

Sciannas’ children lived only a short flight or drive from the Nashville area. After seeing the beauty and benefits of Middle Tennessee, it was safe to say that Steve and Paula were sold on the area. It has been several years since the Sciannas began their search, which culminated with the purchase of their dream retirement home near downtown Franklin. Their highly appointed Brownstone residence tastefully blends touches of yesteryear with today’s advancements and is an ideal setting for entertaining family and friends. Although they still proudly wear their Mississippi State attire, Steve and Paula are relishing in the quaint restaurants, shops and street festivals mere steps from their front door. Yet most importantly, by being centrally located to all of their chil-

a matter of months, Steve and Paula were making plans to visit Middle Tennessee. Once in the Nashville area, the Sciannas found it to be everything they had envisioned. In addition to the wellknown Music Row and Grand Ole’ Opry, they enjoyed local favorites such as Puckett’s Grocery & Restaurant and Franklin Theatre. Picturing a picnic on a sunny day? Steve and Paula discovered the Tennessee Central Railway Museum and its nostalgic rail excursion to the DelMonaco Winery. Steve also took note of unique Civil War attractions in the area while Paula scouted out shopping venues in Cool Springs. They even found a church to attend Sunday services. And when that sweet tooth kept calling for a treat, Ivey Cakes gourmet cupcake and cake boutique was just what the Sciannas ordered! And best of all, each of the

dren, the Sciannas can continue family traditions as well as make new memories in their amazing Tennessee home. Steve and Paula are quick to add that they’ve also found true treasure in the people they’ve met in and around Franklin. “We have made some wonderful friends who helped us enormously prior to and since our first visit,” Paula explains. “Through these friends and many other blessings, we’ve confirmed our selection of location was the perfect choice.”

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In an age dominated by easy imitations and cheap simulations, many of us long for the real deal. We all are somehow touched by what is unaffected, open, candid, and unpretentious. We feel more safe when in the presence of sincere. Maybe that’s because most of us grew up with real milk in our shakes, real potatoes for our fries, and spent a great deal of our childhoods exploring real, not virtual, trees. We talked face to face with friends. But how many of us today can equate ‘genuine’ with ‘celebrity’?

Recording Star TG Shepard and Charlie before taping of Miller & Company on WSMV. Those two descriptors coexist peacefully in Charlie McAlexander. That’s because his rise to fame never made him into someone he hasn’t always been. His authenticity is at the same time both the cause and the custodian of all his successes. Charlie’s frank mien met me right at the outset, as I sat across the table from this gentle-spirited former WMSV sportscaster and now a singer in his own Charlie Mac and the Madras Band, who has never lost his love of sports, music, and people. According to Charlie Mac, finding a career including those three lifelong loves provided the perfect livelihood for “that kid who was always lookin’ out the window in school—dreamin’ about sports”. A middle child, Charlie had a younger sister who became a scholar that ended up teaching French, and an older brother who was nominated for a Pulitzer Prize and has since written 15 books. Charlie, however, loved and played every sport available to him, and doesn’t remember a time when he didn’t love music. Sports and song would be the cogs that drove his path from there on.

Cmac and former UK Basketball Coach Joe B. Hall TV Broadcast....On WKYT TV Lexington KY colades than his own story. “I mean the guys I have now (in the Madras He also became keenly aware at a young age that at least in spirit band) they are incredible—these guys have played with the likes of Roy he most resembled his mother. On her deathbed she declared, “I’m Orbison, Delbert McClinton, Vince Gill, Percy Sledge, Little Anthony, not ready to go yet—there’s too many things left that I wanna do.” He Steve Cropper, Radney Foster, Steve Jarrell, and The Sons of the Beach, shared the same intense enjoyment of life and the drive to live without just to name a few! I’ll tell you when you work with musicians of that the regret of having missed something. caliber, everything comes out good.” Someone once summarized that outlook by saying “Wherever you are, After attending a couple of more schools, Charlie graduated from Delta be all there.” Charlie Mac absorbed his mother’s attitude which revealed State where he was a member of The Delta Blues Review band. “They had itself in a manner that made Charlie “all-in” in whatever some people a great horn section and a B-3 organ!!” he recalls. In 1969, after coachwould say he pursued. But really, it was sports and music that actually ing high school for a year, he married Betty, who is still his wife today, and caught him. “I wasn’t sure what I wanted to do—I just knew it would worked his first TV/Radio job Greenwood, MS. Charlie then went on to have to be a fit for me.” WLBT-TV in Jackson as an NBC affiliate High school found him on every sports after the anchor there died in a plane crash. team and singing in chorus and quartet, I wondered how it came about that he was whose members included Mike Smith hired there. Charlie replied, “I don’t know! (worked for Burt Reynolds Playhouse in I sent in a tape and they hired me.” Florida), and Curt Ayers (who to this day Charlie’s next job landed him at the still directs, acts, and performs in musical Memphis CBS affiliate WREG TV for productions around the world). two years. Thinking his TV and radio In college, starting out at Ole Miss, career would end there, Charlie wasn’t so Charlie joined the baseball team as a sure his friend (“Oh! Was he talented!”) freshman walk-on, yet still managed to Mims Wright’s idea of putting Charlie’s sing in The Ole Miss Wanted band. In name in the hat for the sports job at characteristic style, Charlie just stated WSM TV and Radio was a great idea. Johnny Vaught/Gulf Guaranty Golf Classic. Mississippi Gulf that fact, without reference to his musical It proved to be the best professional Coast.. Left to Right: Archie Manning, LSU football coach and athletic abilities. In college Charlie Charlie McClendon, Memphis State football coach Spook move of Charlie Mac’s life. also sang, first as tenor, then baritone. Murphy, Ole Miss football coach Johnny Vaught, Dr.Fazier WSMV-4 sported “a wonderful Had he had any voice training? “No—I Triplett, Indiana Basketball coach Bobby Knight, team—Dan Miller, Bill Hall, Lonnie was just your average singer, but I had a Ole Miss AD Warner Alford, Charlie Mac... Larnder, news director Mike Ketenring GREAT high school music teacher.” and Demetria Kalidemous. Charlie’s typical reply to any question Why did Charlie think they wouldn’t hire him? “Well, I had thrown away allowed perhaps one sentence for his achievements, while hurrying in the all my tapes-but I interviewed and got the job!” Charlie re-enacted his sursame breath to spend five minutes enthusiastically recounting wonderful prise: Hands lifted, palms upward, shoulders shrugged—with a smile. But people who were part of his world at the time. This characteristic is key what made that part of his career magic? “They would let me do things... to his enduring success: Charlie McAlexander has never lost sight of the they let us all do our own thing. We had the freedom to be our own personfaces that went along with the feats, the former always landing more ac-

Transportation Assistance Celebrity Waiters Charity Luncheon... Cmac with Rudy Gatlin ality, and that’s what worked. We ad-libbed a lot. We all got along so well together and I think that came through on camera—you can’t hide that.” Like Vin Scully, Charlie’s natural warm tenor, peppered with a perfect balance of report and retort, managed to present the facts yet insert commentary appropriately with impeccable timing and pace. It was easy listening. You couldn’t help being drawn in to create your own conclusions from his honest and unbiased observations that gave equal time to each team. Perhaps that’s why when Broadcast Magazine rated the top 5 news/ weather/sports personalities in all 50 states, three of them came from WSMV. Charlie didn’t mention he was one of them. “You know because we were allowed to click as a group, we came across as bonded, and we really liked being together. We had so much fun.” Charlie went on to recall, “all my life I was never a technician—I just FELT things. When I was younger and around people who were degreed from great name schools, all I knew was-- that wasn’t me. I had to pursue things that fit—I knew I always had to be me. Now don’t get me wrong—I got to meet some great personalities—and usually liked 95% of them. I don’t care if you’re a redneck or a Rhodes Scholar--if you’re a real human being, that’s what turns me on. And I was lucky to get advice from people I admired.” What advice would he give to rising sportscasters today? Hard work, the perspiration that enables inspiration, is a given. “You gotta earn your spurs. Don’t think you’re going to step out of school into ESPN. Do your homework.” Now Charlie has turned towards the last and only item on his bucket list: forming C Mac and the Madras Men. “What I’ve found out about music people in Nashville…there’s nothing like them. They become a friend for life.” He looks forward to living each day to the full, enjoying Betty and two daughters who both live here, as well as pursuing his latest opportunity offered by Prime Source Entertainment Agent Lee Maxcy, who is billing Charlie Mac’s gang as “a sho nuff, get-down, party band.” Surrounded by family, working as hard as ever, Charlie Mac has left one legacy in sportscasting to create another in music. His Madras band troupe sports polo shirts, collars up, no socks, and signature madras pants-- “incredibly stylish” wear. Those plaid pants patterns suggest nostalgia, charm, and energy—you can’t miss the brightness--an apt emblem of Charlie Mac, who is still the real deal.

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If you are not already hooked on gardening, you are missing out on one of the healthiest outdoor activities you can do this spring! Offering you fresh air, sunshine, exercise as well as a tableful full of fresh vegetables, herbs or flowers, gardening is a great hobby! But in order to spend hours stooping or bending over without back strain or hand pain, you need to do two things, do some warm up exercises and invest in the right gardening tools.

Warm Up Exercises

Before you dig into the dirt, loosen up your muscles first and get your heart pumping! The following exercises will strengthen your back, improve your balance and may save you from pain the day after gardening: • B ack Strengthener Lie face down with your knees bent and arms at your sides. Breathe in as you raise your head and chest and breathe out while raising your arms and legs as high as possible. Hold for three breaths before releasing. Repeat 3 times. • B ack Stretch Stand up and join your hands behind your back. Stretch your arms back and up behind you. Breathe in and move forward from your hips. Keep your hands clasped and stretch your arms overhead. Hold for one minute. • N eck/Spine Stretch Grip something solid and step back a couple of feet. Slowly lean backward from your hips until you feel yourself hanging. Adjust your feet to maximize the stretch in your back and shoulders. Hold for one minute.

Invest In the Right Tools

You can continue to enjoy outdoor gardening, even with arthritis or mobility issues! These ergonomically designed tools are built to make gardening chores easier while reducing back, wrist and hand strain! • Garden Kneeler Gardening can be tough on the knees so for those times that you need to get close to the ground, purchase a garden kneeler. Most feature a foam pad that is comfortable on the knee joints as well as comfortable hand grips that make it easier to get up from a kneeling position. Look for the ones that fold into a seat so you can sit while tending to plants. • Proper Pruning Tools In order to avoid wrist pain, make sure you hold your hand properly while pruning. Your wrist should be a neutral or straight position because that is the position that your grip strength is the strongest. Also, invest in a set of ergonomic pruners which are specifically designed to be easy on the hands. Most feature gears that make cutting easier and handles that rotate as you cut so that there is a reduced strain on your hand muscles. • Better Gloves Now there are specialty gloves that are designed to fit snugly and help your grip. Some also feature a mild compression that helps to reduce pain. • Garden Caddy Instead of running back and forth to your shed, this inexpensive canvas caddy slips around any-five gallon bucket, and holds nine larger and two pencil-sized tools. • Weed Remover For easier weed removal,

especially for people with lingering injuries, an upright weeder is the perfect tool! Recommended by the Arthritis Foundation, the Fiskars, 2-pound, 40-inch-tall, stainlesssteel weed eater is a best seller! Even with the right tools and equipment, it is essential to take breaks every now and then and to alternate your gardening tasks. For example, try switching from raking to pruning every 15-30 minutes in order to work different sets of muscles. You can avoid repetitive-motion injuries by dividing up each task into sections that allow you to change activities and stand up often. Finally, listen to your body! When you are hurting, your body is sending you a message to back off. By using these tips, you will be able to enjoy your garden this season, and for years to come.

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The Iroquois

Steeplechase Past and Present

By: Rhonda Smart

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One of Nashville’s oldest time-honored traditions returns, the Iroquois Steeplechase, which has been considered by many as Nashville’s Rite of Spring. For more than seven decades, Middle Tennesseans have enjoyed a celebrated grand Southern affair that continues to attract young and old today! Steeplechase racing first began in Ireland around the mid 1700’s, where the riders used church steeples as landmarks and thus the name was born. The Maryland Hunt Cup at the Meadow Brook, which eventually moved to Belmont Park, would run the first steeplechase in America in 1894. The beginning for Nashville’s Iroquois

Steeplechase was in the 1930’s, which came from the pasture races. In 1936, businessmen and race enthusiasts Marcellus Frost and John Sloan, Sr. collaborated about a proper racecourse that could be built in middle Tennessee on a hillside at Warner Park. Mason Houghland, Master of the Hillsboro Hounds (a local foxhunting club) along with other fellow foxhunters would help shape this dream into a reality. William du Pont, Jr. designed the Nashville racecourse. He was an American businessman, banker and a prominent figure in thoroughbred horse racing. He also developed and

This year, on Saturday, May 13, another chapter will be written. The Iroquois Steeplechase is turning 76! Proceeds from the Iroquois Steeplechase benefit Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt and other deserving organizations. Grab your hat and enjoy the tradition as the story continues to be written. designed several other racing venues. The Works Progress Administration (WPA) built the Steeplechase. This agency was one of FDR’s New Deal agencies. They also made overall improvements to the Warner Park. In 1941, the sanctioned American Grade I NSA steeplechase race would be held in Nashville and has been run each spring since then with the exception of 1945, due to World War II. The steeplechase run is both glamorous and exciting and it lauds a close relationship between the rider and the horse. An average steeplechase horse is a thoroughbred and weighs over 1000 pounds while the average jockey weighs 140 pounds. A steeplechase course is 3000 meters long, which equates to a 1.86 miles, and involves the horse navigating fence jumping and obstacles. History tells us that when the first American-bred horse, Iroquois won

the English Derby in 1881, Wall Street shut down temporarily for celebration! It was a big deal and it would be only fitting for Nashville to use this acclaimed horse as its namesake since Iroquois eventually would end up in Nashville. The distinguished horse originally belonged to New Yorker, Pierre Lorillard, IV, an American tobacco manufacturer as well as a Thoroughbred racehorse owner. Iroquois would be purchased in1886 by a former Confederate Civil War general, turned wealthy Tennessee cotton planter, William Hicks Jackson, and would eventually retire at the Belle Meade Plantation to stand at stud. The outstanding horse produced several successful winners– even though he only stood a little higher than15 hands high. He died at the age of twenty-two on September 17, 1899. Today, the Iroquois Steeplechase

course is regarded as one of the best racing surfaces in America and is one of the first courses of its kind to use an irrigation system. Because the turf is aerated and well maintained, it provides a bit of cushion to the horses, which has drastically reduced could-be injuries. The history of the Iroquois Steeplechase is rich and the future is bright! This year, on Saturday, May 13, another chapter will be written. The Iroquois Steeplechase in turning 76! More than 25,000 visitors will converge on the Equestrian Center at Percy Warner Park sporting fabulous hats and racers will race for some of the biggest purses. Proceeds from the Iroquois Steeplechase benefit Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt and other deserving organizations. Grab your hat and enjoy the tradition as the story continues to be written.

Time to Hit the Road! From Retirement to Fulltime RVing by Becky Rolland

Growing older means that you are allowed to make choices that involve doing more of the things you always wanted to do. And it seems as we age, there is a greater motivation and inclination to enjoy the outdoors, from gardening and walks in the park to travelling across country in a recreational vehicle (RV). With the boomers of the ‘60’s retiring or contemFulltime RV’ers want to live year-round in their recreational vehicles. With a freespirited approach to life that works well with this mobile style of living, fulltime RV’ers enjoy a fascinating and interesting lifestyle. Here are the three main reasons why fulltime RVing is becoming more popular:

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plating retirement, the road that once was filled with long haul truckers is now filled with wildly diverse recreational vehicles. Not only are more people taking their lives to the road, some are becoming “Full-timers RV’ers”.

• E arly Retirement For some, trading in their home equity for a rig that is filled with cutting-edge equipment and luxurious accessories is the perfect way to celebrate their new way of living

• F acing the Empty Nest Having family spread across hundreds of miles is so hard to bear for these folks. They embrace a mobile lifestyle so that they can visit family members whenever they choose in the a comfortable and cost saving environment

Care is in everything we do. • T ravel Some embrace fulltime RVing because they want the adventure of the open road. They want to visit new places and meet new people. There is a social to component to RVing as well. With an incredible network of RV clubs across the United States, each state has between from 1 to 100 RV clubs or associations. There are clubs based on RV makes (Winnebago, Airstream, etc.), and nation-wide affiliations (Good Sam, Coast to Coast, Presidents) as well as particular specialties (geographical areas, handicapped persons, military). These clubs offer travel information, RV purchasing and maintenance tips, updates on great locations to visit and job opportunities. Most importantly, some RV’ers say they value their friendships with other RV’ers most of all. The RV mobile lifestyle offers the best of both worlds, from finding a quiet spot in a natural setting to spending time in a social setting with fellow RV’ers. Isn’t it time to hit the road?

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Spiritual Maturity True Humility

Have you ever wondered what visible personality traits are found in a spiritually mature person? I believe one of the most apparent would be that of humility! A person who has grown spiritually understands the truth written by English poet John Donne “No man is an island entire of itself !” An intellectually honest person recognizes he or she did not get where they are without the help of others, and a spiritually mature person acknowledges the critical roll God has

played in helping them become the person they are. Being conscious of our dependence on God and others is both humbling and reassuring. Humbling to think of where we would be without the gracious help of God and others and reassuring to know that we are not in this alone! True humility, not false humility, creates an environment conducive to spiritual growth because a humble person realizes they haven’t yet “arrived”! The humble person realizes there’s always room for growth! God’s Word states it in Proverbs 15:31-33.…Whoever heeds life-giving correction will be at home among the wise. Those who disregard discipline despise themselves, but the one who heeds correction gains understanding.Wisdom’s instruction is to fear the Lord, and humility comes before honor.

WATER 5 reasons to NEVER

neglect it by Travis Manny

Water is the building block of life as we know it, and you should be proactive about keeping yourself hydrated even when you aren’t training or being active. The Mayo Clinic has found that an average daily water intake for a man is about three liters. But hydration isn’t the only benefit you’ll experience from drinking that much–your general health should improve as well. Helps You Maintain Normal Body Function 1) Water

Research has shown that water speeds up your metabolism, cleans the body of toxins and generally helps to make everything in your body run smoothly. Considering an adult male is usually sixty percent water, this all makes sense. You need that water to digest food, circulate blood, keep your mouth from drying out and do a number of other things we often take for granted. Don’t wait until you’re thirsty –be proactive about it.

Can Make You Feel Better In Your Everyday Life 2) Water

Earlier this year, scientists from the University of Maastricht in the Netherlands found that patients who suffered from severe headaches and migraines enjoyed an improved quality of life by drinking about seven glasses of water a day. Drink up and stay healthy!

Will Lessen the Urge For Empty Calories 3) Water

Some studies have shown that people confuse hunger with dehydration; others find that people eat less if they are vigilant water

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drinkers. Water won’t keep you from eating the food you need to be healthy, but it could help you stay away from the unnecessary junk food your body craves.

Increases Your Energy Level 5) Water

In general, dehydration leads to fatigue, which slowly eats away at your bodily functions you need to get through the day. The more water you drink, the more awake and alert you’ll feel. Also, opting for drinking water with a high pH [8.4 pH] helps the body detoxify and balance out acidity levels–resulting in better prevention of disease and illness.

is Almost Always Your Healthiest Drink Option 4) Water

A lot of popular beverage choices out there have no nutritional benefits. Soda is mostly liquefied sugar, and a lot of juices are surprisingly in the same boat. Everyone knows alcoholic beverages should only be enjoyed in moderation, and sports drinks are really only a good choice when you’re in the middle of some intense activity. In most cases, if you’re going to buy a drink, water is your best choice.

Extra Take-Away: Why risk cramps and discomfort when it can all be avoided with purified, bottled water? Next time you’re packing the gym bag, need a bottle for the office or grabbing something on-thego. Look for brands that are pulling water from the purest sources and distributing directly into their bottling plants. Also, check to see it the water supply is free of any local industry, farming or pesticides and ensures your water never touches outside air until you open the cap.

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Larry Wayne Gatlinisan American country and Southern gospel singer and songwriter.As part of a trio with his younger brothers Steve and Rudy, he achieved considerable success within the country music genre, performing on thirty-three Top 40 singles (combining his solo recordings and those with his brothers). As their fame grew, the band became known as Larry Gatlin & the Gatlin Brothers. Larry Gatlin is known for his rich falsetto singing style and for the unique pop-inflected songs he wrote and recorded in the 1970s and 1980s. Some of Gatlin’s biggest hits include “ Broken Lady”, “All the Gold in California,” “Houston (Means I’m One Day Closer to You),” “She Used to Be Somebody’s Baby”, and “Talkin’ to the Moon”. During this time, country music trended heavily towards slick pop music arrangements in a style that came to be known as Country politan. Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Brothers came to prominence and enjoyed their greatest success during this period with hit singles that showcased the brothers’ threepart harmonies and Larry’s poetic lyrics.

Steve Winwood May 10th @ 7:30pm

An English musician whose genres include rock, blue-eyed soul, rhythm and blues, blues rock, pop rock, and jazz. Though primarily a vocalist and keyboardist, Winwood also plays bass guitar, drums, acoustic and electric guitar, mandolin, violin, and other strings. Winwood was a key member of The Spencer Davis Group, Traffic, Blind Faith and Go. He also had a successful solo career with hits including “While You See a Chance,” “Valerie,” “Back in the High Life Again” and two US Billboard Hot 100 number ones: “Higher Love” and “Roll with It.” He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Traffic in 2004. www.ryman.com

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