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29 TAILGATE TRADITION
More than just a game, football provides one of the best parties in the South.
31 ELEMENTS OF STYLE Six looks to try now.
60 THE ESSENTIALS
7 trends to take you into the season in style.
71 KIDS’ FASHION
Keep them warm with ensembles of cozy layers and playful patterns.
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20 HUMANE SOCIETY PAW PRINTS PARTY 21 SHOOTING FOR AUTISM 23 SPITFIRE ACRES GRAND OPENING 24 SPIRIT OF SRVS 26 COCHON HERITAGE BBQ FESTIVAL 27 THISTLEDOME’S HONEYSUCKLE GRAND OPENING ON THE COVER AND THIS PAGE; PHOTOS BY AMELIA PATTERSON THIS PAGE: PHOTOGRAPHY BY AMELIA PATTERSON MODEL: TERRY GILCHRIST HAIR AND MAKEUP: GOULD’S SALON & DAY SPA DRESS $248, ON A WHIM. BRACELETS $20, LOLA B. NECKLACE $44, CENTER STAGE. HEELS $60, JANIE ROSE
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13 PROFILE Pat Mcree
Why battling breast cancer isn’t going to slow her down.
37 WOMEN’S HEALTH A Quick Guide
women’s health, fitness and lifestyle issues from the MidSouth’s leading healthcare professionals.
40 ON THE MONEY
Successful Wealth Transfer Building your family’s legacy and wealth across generations
42 READER RECIPE Pumpkin Bread
Dish courtesy of Susan Peterson of Olive Branch
44 DINING OUT
Memphis Street Café
A known local favorite earns national attention as well as escalating business.
52 AT HOME
Country Charm Lafayette County’s reclaimed history
80 TRAVEL
Mississippi’s Haunted Road Trip Great ghost hunting awaits with visits that offer history, mystery and intrigue.
87 ENTERTAINING
A Spooktacular Soiree Ensure your Halloween party is a success with these tips for a howl-o-ing good time.
96 OUTTAKE Elaine Hare
Executive Director of Memphis-MidSouth Chapter Susan G. Komen Foundation
IN EVERY ISSUE: Editor’s Letter 8 Contributors 10 Calendar 94
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ART & DESIGN Art Director Detric Stanciel Creative Design Director Crace Alexander
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HALLIE MCKAY
ALL THE LADIES As I write this month’s letter from the comforts of my second floor balcony, a brisk breeze enters, cooling the steam from my coffee and causing me to return inside in search of a sweater. Sitting back down, I am reminded of the many reasons why fall is my favorite season. For one, football season is in high gear, which means the reawakening of intense rivalries, SEC pride and some of the best parties associated with the South (be sure to check out “Tailgating Tradition,” page 29). Then, there’s the beauty of the season itself. As leaves change colors, I’m reminded that there are some things you simply can’t paint. Finally, fall, at least to me, has a scent uniquely its own. As the humid sunshine-filled days transition into brisk breezes and overcast skies, the smell of smoke begins to waft through the air. Whether roasting hotdogs on wire hangers or simply enjoying the fellowship of friends under the night sky, bonfires are one of my most favorite fall traditions. Fashion in the fall can be fun, too. After trailing through the outdoors and featuring all things dedicated to the sporting south, this month’s issue focused on fall fashion and women’s health comes as a welcome change of pace. Our cover story on fall fashion shows you how to mix and layer great autumn pieces and we scoured the racks of 22 local shops to bring you some of the best looks for fall. As with every issue, embarking on such an arduous task could not have been possible without the assistance of the many people who contribute to our magazine. More specific, I’d like to thank the many retailers who allowed us to pull apparel from their stores, models and photographers for their time and patience, and finally, I’d like to thank my two wonderful interns, Anna and Amanda. Without their help, I may never have been able to sleep these past two weeks. Yves St. Laurent is quoted as saying “Over the years, I have learned that what is important in a dress is the woman who is wearing it.” I think this is true for many reasons. It’s not just about being beautiful or stylish; it’s about spirit. True style comes from knowing what works for you, with clothes that express your personality and that you feel confident wearing. October is also Breast Cancer Awareness month. Be sure to read our inspiring interview “Always Something Hopeful,” on page 13 with breast cancer combatant Pat McRee. Also in this issue, our feature “Women’s Health,” on page 37 highlights several important topics concerning ladies. From nutritional and fitness information to some of the biggest health concerns for women—you’ll find a trove of expert advice from the MidSouth’s leading healthcare professionals. Write Us! I know you have an opinion. Tell us what you think about the issue. Complaints are as welcome as compliments. Really! Because knowing more about your reactions-whether positive or negative-- is what helps us make the magazine better. Email me at editor@Myclickmag.com or write to us at 2445 Hwy. 61 South, Hernando.
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As the event editor for Click magazine, Lisa Chapman oversees all the publication’s coverage of charity, cultural and social events in North Mississippi and the greater Memphis area. The Olive Branch resident brings with her years of experience as a professional photographer, as well as a thorough understanding of the dynamic and philanthropic social scene of the region. While her time is largely spent behind the camera, the photographer’s real passion is being a wife and a mother to two kids. Chapman specializes in photographing family and children’s portraits, as well as weddings and other special events.
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Photographs from our feature “At Home” on page 52, as well as this month’s dining out feature, “Memphis Street Cafe” on page 44, were shot by frequent contributing photographer, Terry Sweeney. With a career that spans over twenty years in the MidSouth, Sweeney’s areas of expertise include work for nearly all regional publications as well as commercial, advertising and architectural photography. Sweeney graduated from the University of Memphis with a BA in Journalism. He is the owner of Sweeney South Commercial Photography, a full-service photography studio in Olive Branch, Mississippi, which provides creative photographic concepts and solutions to local, regional and national clients.
Patterson
Photographer Amelia Patterson captured fall’s biggest trends in our style feature “The Essentials,” on page 60. A native of Horn Lake, Patterson graduated from Mississippi State University, and today, owns and runs a small business, Studio MJW, focusing on photography, art and design. You can check out her work at studiomillyjeanweakleg.com, where she specializes in weddings, as well as portraits. Among her favorite subjects to photograph are her husband and baby boy.
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A Southern-born writer, Thompson has spent most of her life between Nashville and the Mississippi Delta. Now, a contributing editor for Click magazine, Thompson writes frequently on matters related to life in North Mississippi and the greater Memphis area. Originally from Clarksville, Tennessee, Thompson is also the owner of The Tenth Muse—a local professional writing and editing service. When Thompson isn’t writing, she is usually traveling, spending time with her husband and children, or riding vintage motorcycles. Read her feature story “At Home” on page 52 of this issue.
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Owners and lead designers of Social Butterflies, LLC, Hope and Newsom have a combined 20 years of experience in the wedding and special events industry. Check out their latest party on page 87, “A Spooktacular Soiree,” for some great ideas at your next gathering. Together, Hope and Newsom have planned numerous notable events including celebrity weddings, charity galas and Super Sweet 16s for the hit MTV show. To see more of their work, visit sb-events.com
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For the October issue of Click magazine, Threadgill interviews Chef Chris Lee of Memphis Street Cafe in Hernando (page 44). Originally from the San Fernando Valley of Los Angeles, Threadgill now proudly calls North Mississippi home. When he’s not working on a story, you can find him either at a concert, cooking a delicious meal from scratch, or playing tennis. A graduate of the University of Mississippi, where he served as the Daily Mississippian sports editor for two years, Threadgill is now a reporter for the DeSoto Times Tribune, where he focuses on community and sports news.
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WHEN FACED WITH CANCER, HOW DO YOU RESPOND? WHETHER IT IS THE PLIGHT OF A FAMILY MEMBER, A FRIEND, OR YOURSELF, CANCER IS A PAINFUL AND OPPRESSIVE REALITY TO FACE. NOT ONLY THE CONDITION, ITSELF, BUT THE FINANCIAL, SOCIAL, AND EMOTIONAL COST MAY SEEM TOO MUCH TO BEAR. THIS DOES NOT MEAN YOU HAVE TO LIE DOWN AND ACCEPT IT. MORE THAN THAT, YOU DON’T HAVE TO DO IT ALONE.
Photos and story by Tim Summers Pat McRee of Memphis has recently finished her third round of cancer treatments, but the spritely, lively woman shines with a vitality and energy that is unequivocally honest. She sincerely seems to enjoy listening more than talking, and when she does talk, it is of how her attitude towards cancer has changed her outlook.
upClose “We’ve all watched a lifetime of Lifetime television, movies,” McRee says, reclining in a metal chair on the back brick porch of the Andrew Michael Italian Kitchen. “I think that fear is harder on people than the actual chemotherapy is. If you can help people get to the other side of that, I think they can tolerate any treatment that is thrown at them.” She mentions that for some, cancer can be a dark, morose time of brooding. “You don’t have to be looking over your shoulder,” McRee says. Diagnosed with breast cancer for the first time in 1994 at age 44, McRee says that for her, that moment led to counseling with others. This counseling led to collaboration with Dr. Kirby Smith, an oncologist out of Memphis, to create the Flying Colors Cancer Network two years later. “There is so much about loss,” McRee says of cancer, including some physical loss of hair or nails to weigh only heavier on the souls of the diagnosed. Flying Colors is an effort to lift this burden through community, support groups and workshops. “Our goal with Flying Colors is just to make people realize it is what you have left that counts, not what you lost,” she says. “What we did was to try and have a place of community.” Flying Colors, according to their Facebook page, is a network where people diagnosed with cancer can interact with other fighters and survivors and learn what they need to know to live life to the fullest, utilizing all resources to enhance the healing process. In McRee’s opinion, the group uses community to dispense one of the greatest medicines known to man: hope. “It is the belief that you can be well again, and belief means a lot. Ask anybody that does clinical trials,” McRee says, speaking of the power of placebo. “We also want to help people connect with the spiritual,” McRee says, “with God, and knowing that he is in control, and that when he is in control, you do not have to be afraid.” One of the activities that the organization takes part in is fundraising for those facing a cancer diagnosis. On October 1, Flying Colors will host a “Hair Raising Event” at the Andrew Michael Italian Kitchen to raise enough money to provide wigs for those who can’t afford them after their chemotherapy. These goals for the organization are a mirror of McRee’s personal philosophy. “The idea is that cancer doesn’t have to just be this sad, one-foot-in-the-grave thing that the movies make it out to be,” she states. “That there is a great deal of life and a lot of fun after a cancer diagnosis. The way I know that is that I just got done with my third diagnosis of can-
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cer and just finished chemotherapy.” Her attitude towards cancer and its subsequent reappearances is undaunted. “So far, so good,” she says of her recovery. “I have every intention to be 100 and lead the games at the nursing home.” Pat is not the only woman in her family who has had cancer. Her mother, she says, also passed from the condition, and when her daughter, Amber McRee Turner, was 36, she also was diagnosed with cancer. This is due to a gene the women share, BRCA-1, which greatly increases their chances of both breast and ovarian cancer. The gene that saved them, however, was a shared attitude. “We always say we got the gene that will probably give us breast cancer but we got the gene that absolutely lets us laugh in the face of cancer,” McRee says, with a chuckle. And laugh the two did, all the way to a publisher. McRee, when in her first round of cancer treatments, wrote a card series to help those in a situation similar to hers, Support to Go: The
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Unbook for the Journey through Breast Cancer. The book was subdivided into cards, McRee says, due to the “fuzziness” she said that typically accompanies the chemotherapy. Those undergoing treatment can pull a card and feel rejuvenated without compromising their limited focus. The second edition of the cards includes her daughter’s name on the bottom with hers, as during that point, they were both taking treatment for their cancers. Amber McRee Turner, first diagnosed at 36 in 2008, then wrote a novel called Sway, which was recently picked up by Disney. She is working on her second novel, set to be released in 2014. For the two, McRee says, it is a reflection of their attitude towards this dark problem to continue to write as well as develop the Flying Colors Network. “We just have to stay in the moment,” McRee says. Her motto? “Fears fall flat in a face-off with faith and fun.”
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The Humane Society of Memphis and Shelby County hosted their largest annual fundraiser on Saturday August 25 at the Clark Opera Memphis Center. The 2012 Paw Prints Party, a night of “bones, blues, paws and booze,� featured music by Front & Beale, as well as dinner and dancing for the 290 in attendance. The proceeds, a total of $61,274, went to benefit those animals cared for by the Humane Society. Through private donations, The Humane Society continues to provide training, affection and socialization to the animals in their care to help them be adopted successfully into new and loving homes. Photos by Lisa Chapman 20 OCTOBER 2012 | myclickmag.com
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SHOOTING FOR AUTISM A crowd of 50 gathered for the first annual Shooting for Autism benefit on August 26 at the Willows Hunting Center at Harrah’s Tunica. The event, sponsored by the Horn Lake Chamber of Commerce, the Landers Center and Lenny’s Sub Shop, supported the Autism Society of the MidSouth by promoting awareness for the neurodevelopmental disorder and donating a portion of the proceeds to the organization’s programs. Photos by Mike Lee
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PHOTOS: 1 Barry Simmerman and B.J. Simmerman 2 Chris Lodge and Nick Haynes 3 Paul Porter 4 Ron Scott, Jayson Scott, David Leake and Spike Treadwell 5 Jake 6 Andy Lacy and David Lomax 7 Tara Mohundro and Troy Glasgow 8 David Young and Barry Holbrook 9 Steve Kriese and Brian Cox
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SPITFIRE ACRES GRAND OPENING On August 23, Spitfire Acres, the newest event venue in Desoto County, hosted its Grand Opening at 5198 Tchulahoma Road in Southaven. Guests enjoyed wine and a barbeque dinner from Scotty’s, a local catering company. Musicians Johnny Parks and John Austin, as well as the band, Angel Down, played in the background while guests relaxed in the secluded atmosphere of the pool and five-acre retreat. Spitfire Acres’s CEO Barbara Murray and manager Ricky McIntyre were available to answer questions and provide tours of the home and property. Photos by Cassie Smith
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The Spirit of SRVS is the biggest fundraising event of the year for SRVS and is a premier party destination for Memphians. What started 14 years ago as an event with less than 100 attendees has grown to a huge event with an auction, delicious food from local vendors and wine tastings. This year, over 600 people attended and more than $130,000 was raised to benefit SRVS. The proceeds from this year will go towards building the SRVS Learning Center, a new center with expanded classrooms, a teaching kitchen, a model apartment, music and media rooms, a computer room, a library, a sensory stimulation room, and a therapy room. The center is part of SRVS new headquarters at 3971 Knight Arnold in Memphis, a facility that will allow SRVS to double the amount of people it can serve. More than 850 people with disabilities are supported by SRVS throughout all of its programs. Photos by Lisa Chapman 24 OCTOBER 2012 | myclickmag.com
PHOTOS: 1 Janet Schwarz, Leslie Hzddad and Tracy Agostin 2 Ana Belyeu and Tyler Gutherie 3 Donna Mulhern and Kathleen Grissom 4 Mickey and Patty Brigance and Lynola and Toney Dionne 5 Leslie Hactel and Denice Gore 6 Judy Gauthier and Kathy Sapp 7 Pam and Jim Crisplip 8 Debbie Candebat and Teresa Bennett 9 Otha and Teri Brandon
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COCHON HERITAGE BBQ FESTIVAL PRE-PROHIBITION ROOFTOP SOIREE The first annual Cochon Heritage BBQ Festival kicked off on August 31 with the PreProhibition Rooftop Soiree at The Peabody, presented by Duncan-Williams. Nearly 700 people came from across the country to celebrate this three-day, first-of-its-kind celebration of Memphis BBQ and National Bourbon Month. The competition pitted 24 local fine dining teams against each other to produce the city’s best heritage-bred pig BBQ, oysters, bacon and other delectable bites. Photos by Lisa Chapman 26 OCTOBER 2012 | myclickmag.com
PHOTOS: 1 Pat and Janie Mitchell and Jeanie Johnson 2 Camille Wurtz-Myers and Bess Flynn 3 Emilie Zanger and Kelsey O’Neill 4 Guests on the rooftop 5 Laura Werlin, and Billy Weiss 6 Linda Louks and Paula Rodriguez 7 Martha Rodriguez, Emily Pillars, Natalie Greene, Kayla Owens and Carey Paret 8 Harold and Dianne Cox 9 Tracy Dunah and Lisa Brantley
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The Byhalia Chamber of Commerce hosted the Grand Opening Celebration for Thistledome’s Honeysuckle Society in Byhalia, Mississippi on July 23. The owners, Todd and Jill Maxwell, have renovated and currently live in the 172 year-old home, a premier site for weddings and special events. The doors to the mansion were opened to the public during this event for people to explore the grounds, enjoy the fully catered dinner and chat amongst friends. In his welcoming speech, Mayor Phil Malone jokingly said, “The nice part of living in a small town is that when you don’t know what you’re doing, someone else does.” The evening included a ribbon cutting, reception and full-service dinner that were enjoyed by all. Photos by Amanda Linton
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FANS CELEBRATE THEIR TEAM—WIN OR LOSE—BEFORE AND AFTER THE GAME IN THIS TIMELESS TRADITION OF TEAM SPIRIT.
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To fight breast cancer, we normally target three receptors. Unfortunately, none of these receptors are found in women with triple negative breast cancer. On a positive note, this type of breast cancer is typically responsive to chemotherapy. Another difference is depending on the stage of its diagnosis, triple negative breast cancer can be particularly aggressive and more likely to recur than other subtypes of breast cancer. Doing monthly self breast examinations and getting an annual mammogram if you are over 35 are the recommended ways to look for warning signs, such as lumps or changes in tissue. Baptist Memorial Hospital-Desoto offers a wealth of cancer diagnostic and treatment services including digital mammography and the TrueBeam linear accelerator, an advanced tool that delivers care quickly and comfortably for patients.
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The Women’s Health and Cancer Rights Act (WHCRA) helps protect many women with breast cancer who choose to have their breast rebuilt (reconstructed) after a mastectomy. It was signed into law on October 21, 1998. The United States Departments of Labor and Health and Human Services oversee this law. Under the WHCRA, mastectomy benefits must cover: >>> Reconstruction of the breast that was removed by mastectomy >>> Surgery and reconstruction of the other breast to make the breasts look symmetrical or balanced after mastectomy >>> Any external breast prostheses (breast forms that fit into your bra) that are needed before or during the reconstruction Numerous studies have validated the physical and psychological benefits of breast reconstruction. The law not only covers reconstruction of the affected breast, but also procedures on the other breast to obtain a symmetrical appearance (breast lift, reduction or augmentation).
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There are multiple factors that contribute to depression in women, ranging from life stressors and environmental issues to genetic factors or chemical imbalances that predispose individuals to depression. Certain medical conditions, such as thyroid disorder, may mimic depressive disorders, so possible medical or organic causes need to be “ruled out.” Depression affects everyone differently. An accurate diagnosis from providers skilled in the diagnosis and treatment of depression is crucial. It’s important to recognize that even individuals who make healthy lifestyle choices may also suffer from depression. If you know someone who is suffering from what may be depression, then please seek treatment from a qualified provider. CNS Healthcare conducts research on new medication for the treatment of depression. There is no fee to participate in a research study and no need for health insurance. Call 901.843.1045 or visit cnshealthcare.com to learn more.
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Injures in the knee and lower leg caused by overuse tend to be among the most prevalent for active women of all ages. Inadequate flexibility and strength of the leg muscles, as well as high or low arches in the feet, can play a central role in causing these types of issues. It’s important to strengthen your core, increase flexibility in the hamstrings, and stabilize the feet through arch support or reduction to prevent leg injuries. Common signs of these knee injuries include increased pain while squatting, kneeling, or walking down stairs and moderate swelling. In addition to seeking orthopaedic evaluation and treatment, the best course of action is rest, elevation and ice/ compression.
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The solution to a woman’s busy lifestyle is to stay balanced. Having nutritional meals with the right amount of proteins, carbohydrates and good fats is important. Activities such as ball practice, karate, band, grocery shopping, paying bills and games twice a week, all contribute to poor eating. Nutritional supplements are a must. Cancer is on the rise because of poor eating habits. Sugars feed cancer. A good “B” complex is a necessity to Women. B3 and B6 help nervous system development and nerve repair. B12 helps with oxygen uptake to tissues. Also, CoQ 10 is a must. It takes out cardiac stress and gives nutrition to the body. Protandim is another great supplement to take. The ingredients take oxidative stress out of the body and reduce free radicals in the blood that lead to tissue breakdown and disease. Most important is clearing the nervous system so nerves can flow and function 100% to the tissue and organs. Chiropractic manipulation to the spine is one of the most beneficial ways to reduce these nerve interferences. Think about how much healthier a person would be if his/her nerves to the organs had no compression or interference. She would live a longer, healthier and happier life and perform better in activities. If you follow these simple suggestions, a longer, healthier, stress-free life will follow.
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ON THE MONEY Building Your Family’s Legacy How to pull off a successful wealth transfer scenario they face. Here are a few pieces of advice if your family is in any stage of a current or pending wealth transfer.
Fred Hiatt, Red Door Wealth Management
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o you have visions of your children someday taking over your family business? Have you worked hard all your life so that your children and heirs would have things easier and better than you did? Or perhaps you’re the son or daughter in this equation who will someday have the responsibility of the family business and/ or assets. Either way, it’s important to realize that it’s not as simple as passing it down and riding off into the sunset. A recent Forbes article cites that 70 percent of intergenerational wealth transfers fail, according to a 20-year study conducted by The Williams Group of 3,250 families who transferred wealth. That tells us that, the majority of the time, inherited wealth is depleted by heirs at an alarming rate and is totally lost in many cases. And it’s not because they didn’t have the help they needed in the form of attorneys, financial advisors and/or accountants. The answer is quite simple: They didn’t plan appropriately. Having a plan is the key to being successful in much of life, not least of which is your financial health. We stress the importance of planning to all of our clients, no matter the
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1. Talk about it! Our elders are often reluctant to talk about finances with us, their children and/or grandchildren, for a variety of reasons: They may fear being taken advantage of or worry that their kids will get complacent and fail to work hard because of what’s coming to them. But it’s so important to maintain open lines of communication. The study found that family wealth often causes friction and dispute among family members. Being more open with all parties will do more to help dissipate hard feelings than just about anything else. 2. Plan! The study found that the major reason for wealth transfer failure was that no post-transition planning had happened. Heirs need to be prepared for the new responsibilities they will face when taking over the family assets. 3. Collaborate. Determine what your family’s goals are, and even consider determining a family mission. If the heirs understand what is important to the people from whom the money came, that will help guide their decisions for how to use it. In fact, a key tactic of families who were successful with their wealth transfers was identifying a family mission and determining a strategy for working toward that mission. A little guidance goes a long way! 4. Implement. Having a plan is key, but a plan is only as good as its implementation. You must determine, based on your standard of living, how much you need to live off of and what amount of spending is realistic, and live within those boundaries. Having a trusted financial advisor is extremely helpful in this situation: Having someone help you put “bumpers,” so to speak, on the money, will ensure that it lasts as long as possible. The financial advisory can help you deal with any fears or concerns you have and prepare for hypothetical situations. 5. Give. Involve children and grandchildren in philanthropic and volunteer efforts. This type of activity, especially done together as a family, gives heirs the opportunity to be responsible for something important. No age is too young to make a difference through charity and volunteerism. Fred Hiatt is the chief operating officer at Red Door Wealth Management. He can be reached at 901-681-0018 or fred@ reddoorwealth.com. For more information about Red Door, visit reddoorwealth.com.
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Reader Recipe
Pumpkin Bread Pumpkin Bread
Recipe courtesy of Susan Peterson Olive Branch, MS
YEILDS 2-3 loaves
INGREDIENTS 3 eggs 1 cup oil 2 cups sugar 1-2 cans (15 ounce) Pumpkin puree 3 tsp. vanilla 3 cups plain flour 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. baking powder 3 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 cup chopped pecans
DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 350째F. 2. Beat eggs with a whisk. 3. Add oil, sugar, and pumpkin. Mix lightly. 4. Add vanilla. 5. Sift dry ingredients. Add to zucchini mixture, mixing well. 6. Add pecans (can add raisins, if desired). 7. Pour into 3 greased and floured 1 pound coffee cans or 2 loaf pans. 8. Bake at 350째F for 1 hour. Makes 3 loaves.
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DINING OUT | Photography by Terry Sweeney | Story by Jacob Threadgill |
Memphis Street Café From Hernando Eatery to the Food Network
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CAFE When Chris Lee and his wife, Natalia, made the decision to open Memphis Street Café in Hernando at the height of the financial crisis in 2008, they had to deal with a good bit of skepticism. Four years later, Memphis Street has been featured on the Food Network and become an establishment on the Hernando Square, and Lee is preparing to expand to open a meat and seafood market. “A lot of people thought we were crazy back in 2008,” Lee says. “I couldn’t be happier.” There was never any doubt for Lee when it came to operating his own restaurant. It is seemingly encoded into his DNA. Some of his
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CAFE earliest memories revolve around going to his Grandmother Ruth’s restaurant, Burkle’s Bakery, which was an institution in the Overton Square area of Memphis for over 40 years. The days when he would sneak into the kitchen at Burkle’s to steal a sweet treat had a profound impact on Lee’s career path. “It started with my grandmother’s restaurant,” Lee says. “I always wanted to be a chef. It was in my blood.” His formal culinary education began at Johnson and Wells in Charleston, S.C., and upon graduation, he was accepted into a graduate program at the prestigious Cordon Blue School in London, where he graduated in 1992. “At the Cordon Blue, we concentrated on classic French cuisine, sauces, stocks, and
preparation of meats,” Lee says. “It was more hands-on than the American school and the instructors were from all over the world.” During his time in London, Lee was able to travel into Europe, where trips to Holland and Belgium left indelible impressions on the 21-year-old for new cultural and cooking styles. He was eager to bring his new-found education back to the MidSouth. Lee’s first job was as an executive chef at Clarksdale Country Club in the Delta. He also worked at McEwen’s in Memphis, he was the first chef at Bonne Terre in Nesbit, and was a specialty chef at Fitzgerald’s Casino in Tunica until he decided to open Memphis Street. “I couldn’t sit in a cubicle for eight hours a day,” he says. “I like to be on my feet interacting
with people. I think that was a big reason for opening Memphis Street.” Customers enter Memphis Street Café, located on the North side of the Hernando Square, by walking down a set of stairs to find a warm and welcoming environment plastered with local art on the walls. The menu is primarily sandwiches, salads, soups and a few specialty entrees that showcase influences for Lee and his wife. The most popular item on the menu is a Reuben sandwich, which includes house-made sauerkraut and corned beef, using techniques Lee picked up at Cordon Blue. Entrees show the range from his time in Charleston (Shrimp and Grits) to his wife’s Russian upbringing (Stuffed cabbage rolls). 46 OCTOBER 2012 | myclickmag.com
Other popular menu items include: savory crepes, shrimp and catfish Po’ boys, manicotti, and roasted chicken salad served on a croissant. Open for lunch during the week, Memphis Street is open for dinner on Friday and Saturday night and always includes a few specialty dinner items. “We have a great customer base,” Lee says. “See a lot of the same faces, those regulars keep us open. We do a lot of catering, rotary club and weddings, dinner functions that has been really strong.” It is that set of regulars who Lee can also thank for Memphis Street’s appearance on the popular Food Network program, “Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives.” Producers from the show received enough emails from happy customers asking for an
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appearance on the show, they contacted Lee and asked him to submit recipes for consideration by the show’s host, Guy Fieri. Fieri selected Lee’s specialty desert, a banana bread fosters, to be the featured item in the segment. Film crews were at the restaurant for two days. “It was a great experience for us, laid back and down to earth and made it real comfortable for us.” The show’s host, Fieri, has become a celebrity since the show’s premier in 2006. He hosts two shows on the food network as well as a game show on NBC. “You would never know when you talk to him,” Lee says. “He really enjoys what he does; he has the greatest job ever and meets lots of people.” Memphis Street’s segment on the show first aired in early August but continues in syndication. Lee admits he might have underestimated the impact of a fourminute appearance on the Food Network. Our business picked up; it was good before, but it has increased. There are a lot of people coming down 55 and 40 because they saw us on TV. There is an iPhone app that shows where all of the DDD locations are across the country. It’s amazing to have people travel just to eat here.” Lee said he has met people from California, Florida,
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and Louisiana who have traveled to Hernando because of the show. The success associated Memphis Street’s involvement with the food network has given Lee the impetus to act on a long-standing desire to open a fresh meat and seafood market in Hernando. “It’s frustrating sometimes because it’s hard to find a good cut of meat or fresh seafood without going to Memphis,” Lee said. “Quality is going to be very high, but we will be able to keep prices competitive.” The plan for the still-unnamed market is to open by mid-October in the shopping center next to the UPS Store across from the McDonald’s on Commerce Street.
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Traditional meats like steak, pork, lamb and veal will be available in addition to quail and alligator. Fresh seafood will vary, depending on the catch, and there will be in-house made sausage. The market will also sell gourmet cheeses, oils, vinegars, and high-gravity beer. There will also be a quick lunch counter selling hot sandwiches, soups and salads. In between getting his new market ready to open, Lee says he is working on a fall overhaul for the menu at Memphis Street. He relies on locally grown vegetables over the summer and wants to incorporate as much winter produce as possible. He said the 60- to 75-hour work weeks have been rewarding. “I’m living the dream,” Lee says.
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Lafayette County’s reclaimed history | Photography by Terry Sweeney | Story by Tonya Thompson |
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home certainly needed a lot of work. With the help of designer Joe Tice of Joe Tice Interiors in Memphis, Jordan was able to achieve a re-imagined rustic charm that proved the value of up-cycling and offered all the conveniences of modern living. “I selected this location for several reasons, including its proximity to my home in Memphis, and to Oxford, which is only 15 minutes.” Jordan enjoys being close to Oxford due to its treasure trove of restaurants and other shops around the square, and is an avid Ole Miss fan. When he isn’t enjoying Oxford, he’s boot-deep in the vast natural resources his land has to offer. “I go nearly every week to fish in one of the four ponds that are stocked with Bream and Bass and are professionally managed, or to hunt the wild turkey.” He also mentions the abundance of deer and dove in season and his hunting and trapping skills are evident by the stuffed bobcat on the wall. “Bobcats are rather common in the country and are mostly nocturnal. We caught this rather large one that was wreaking havoc on our young turkeys and quail.” Besides the game on the wall, the dining room table gets the most compliments. It seats twelve comfortably and was handmade by master craftsman Harry
Reclaimed wood from the property’s original barn provides an up-cycled backdrop for a family heirloom clock on the mantelpiece.
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Above: A comfortable nook offers the perfect spot for reading the daily paper. Right: “The patio received the same up-cycled treatment as much of the wood and furniture within the home, and was built from handmade bricks from a brick yard in Holly Springs— bricks that are no longer being made and add the unique character of the place.”
Gayden from a beam of heart pine that pre-dates the Civil War and was retrieved from a gin in South Carolina. “Harry butterflied the cut to make the grain of the wood match beautifully,” says Jordan. “He used primitive tools and distressed the wood in the old tradition.” Anderson Hardwood Floors in Clinton, SC, whose local distributor is BPI in Memphis, manufactured the beautifully crafted cherry hardwood floors. Standing in contrast to the grey rock of the great room’s stone-faced fireplace, an 54 OCTOBER 2012 | myclickmag.com
antique clock commands attention as the centerpiece of the mantle. Jordan’s first memories of that clock are from when he was a young boy in 1932, as he watched it on his grandfather’s farm in Kosciusko. “There was no electricity or heat, except for a fireplace,” he says. “I would lay on the feather mattress in a room and watch my grandparents as they would sit and rock in front of a roaring fire, and I would listen to the old pendulum swing back and forth.” The rest of the property surrounding the home has been given the same attention as the main structure. The ponds, food plots, gardens and orchards sur-
rounding the farm were built and continued to be maintained by the owner’s friend, Sammy Bailey and his sidekick, Billy Bing. The patio received the same up-cycled treatment as much of the wood and furniture within the home, and was built from handmade bricks from a brick yard in Holly Springs—bricks that are no longer being made and add the unique character of the place. The results of hours of labor and loving restoration have made this historic, country farmhouse a unique portrayal of its owner, the heritage of Lafayette County, and the creativity of the people who settled there. The home and surrounding grounds hearken to a time when craftsmen built things to last and took a resourceful, sustainable approach in their work before it was even politically correct to do so.
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Left: Historic art graces the walls above antique furniture. Right: The porch invites a cool sip of lemonade.
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LEFT TO RIGHT: PUFFY COAT $68, GUITAR TEE $36, JEANS $46, JACK ANNA BEANSTALK. SHOES $48, LITTLE FEET. GRAY AND RED FLORAL COAT $104, JACK ANNA BEANSTALK. FLOWER BOW $11, TIGHTS $48, BOOTS $45, LITTLE FEET. STRIPED LONG SLEEVE TEE $16, FEDORA $14, JEANS $46, JACK ANNA BEANSTALK. SHOES $64, LITTLE FEET. FUR COAT $144, JEANS $48, JACK ANNA BEANSTALK. UGG BOOTS $93, LITTLE FEET. PUFF VEST $48, PLAID BUTTON-DOWN $34, RED AND BLUE STRIPED TEE $20, CARGO PANT $34, JACK ANNA BEANSTALK. SPERRY SHOES $28, LITTLE FEET.
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VISIT THESE MISSISSIPPI SITES FOR A HAUNTINGLY GOOD TIME THIS HALLOWEEN SEASON
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hen Halloween season arrives every year and stores start stocking their shelves with masks, plastic pumpkins and candy corn, it’s time to hit the road to search out all things haunted, and Mississippi offers some particularly spirited sites. While about one-third of Americans think ghosts exist, according to an Associated Press poll, you don’t have to believe to enjoy these sites, including a cemetery, antebellum homes and century-old ruins. With interesting tales and hauntingly beautiful scenery, these destinations are fascinating any time of year, but they are especially compelling when there’s a chill in the air and thoughts of specters in the night.
Friendship Cemetery Founded in 1849 on a five-acre plot of land, Friendship Cemetery in Columbus is on the National Register of Historic Places. This historical graveyard, which has grown to 65 acres, contains the gravestones of many important residents from Columbus’ history, as well as people who helped shape the history of Mississippi and the nation. Additionally, there are veterans of nearly every major conflict buried there, from the American Revolution to the Vietnam War. Many of the veterans buried include Civil War soldiers. In fact, an early memorial ceremony honoring the more than 2,000 Civil War soldiers entombed in Friendship Cemetery has been credited as the forerunner of the modern Memorial Day holiday. Situated on a scenic bluff overlooking the Tombigbee River, the cemetery offers a peaceful place to stroll. The marble and granite headstones, some of which are works of art, stand as quiet remembrances of those who came before. However, apparently not all of the occupants are resting. Legend has it that the ghost of a Confederate soldier has been seen patrolling the graves, guarding his fallen brethren. In addition, one of the most visited markers in the cemetery is that of Rev. Thomas Teasdale, whose headstone features a weeping angel draped over the monument. The angel, who is said to cross its arms differently at midnight, was added by his adoring congregation to demonstrate how distraught they were at his passing. Some visitors say that if you grasp the angel’s outstretched hand, it feels warm and soft like a person’s hands.
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During the Columbus Spring Pilgrimage, the cemetery hosts Tales from the Crypt, a dramatization put on by history students at the Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science. The authentically costumed students present monologues near the graves of those they are portraying to bring their stories to life. Columbus is located in east-central Mississippi. For more details about the cemetery, call (662) 328-2569 or visit thecityofcolumbusms.org.
Haunted Vicksburg Of all the cities in Mississippi, it is Vicksburg that is perhaps the most haunted. Some say that ghosts from the Civil War still march through its streets. Fighting in and around Vicksburg lasted nearly a year, and during the siege of Vicksburg from May 19 through July 4, 1863, Gen. Ulysses S. Grant’s armies converged on the city, entrapping a Confederate army under Lt. Gen. John Pemberton. On July 4, Vicksburg surrendered, but not before nearly 20,000 soldiers lost their lives from both sides. In addition to its Civil War strife, the city also saw its share of bloody duels, tragic steamboat sinkings, diseases, the lynching of gamblers and more. It’s not surprising, then, that many people believe the grievous incidents in the city’s history gave rise to a haunted future. Helping to shine a light on the city’s ghostly mysteries is Haunted Vicksburg, which offers narrated walking and driving tours. The Ghost Walk begins and ends at the small circle park at the corner of Monroe and Grove in Vicksburg, which is perched high on bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River. Offered on weekends from March through October, the tours explore about a dozen blocks of the town. During the tours, knowledgeable and enthusiastic guides regale visitors with the history of the
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WEEPING ANGEL IN FRIENDSHIP CEMETERY, Photo courtesy of Columbus CVB
city and tales of ghostly sightings and supernatural experiences. Among the sites are the Old Court House Museum, the McNutt House Bed and Breakfast Tour Home and a host of beautiful antebellum mansions with striking architecture. “There’s an incredibly layered amount of history in Vicksburg,” says Morgan Gates, owner of Haunted Vicksburg, adding that he participates as a guide and explains the city’s early years on the tours. “We call it ‘history, mystery and more.’ ” Tour guests report experiencing cold chills and the sensation of be-
These destinations are fascinating any time of year, but they are especially compelling when there’s a chill in the air. ing touched, Gates says. On one tour, an object fell off of a shelf, and after it was returned to its spot, it topped over again. On yet another tour, a door swung open without anyone standing near it. “You don’t have to be a believer (in ghosts) but a lot of people who come on the tours as nonbelievers end up believers,” he says.
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The walking tours are $20 for adults and $18 for children 12 and under. While the tours are offered on weekends only, groups of six or more can schedule any night with advance reservations. The driving tours, which take visitors to other sites in the city on weeknights, are offered year-round and cost $25 for adults and $23 for children. Additionally, a tour of Vicksburg National Military Park for $35 is offered once a month. Vicksburg is located in western Mississippi, about 60 miles west of Jackson. For more details, call 601.618.6031 or visit hauntedvicksburg.com.
Ruins of Windsor The skeleton of one of the state’s most lavish Greek Revival mansions is all that remains of Windsor, which Mark Twain once compared to a college because of its size. Located near Port Gibson in southwest Mississippi, the Ruins of Windsor are composed of 23 fluted Corinthian columns that stand as silent sentinels of the site’s rich history. Built before the eve
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of the Civil War, the magnificent mansion was constructed for Smith Coffee Daniell II, a wealthy planter. The plantation once contained more than 2,600 acres and the home was massive for its era, with 25 rooms and 25 fireplaces. Reflecting the height of Southern life at the time, the mansion had elaborate furnishings, wrought iron staircases and even tanks in the attic to supply water to the interior baths. Yet the home saw its share of strife. The region was a hotbed for Civil War troop movements, so during the conflict, Confederate troops may have used an observatory atop the house to watch for Yankee advances. Then, at one point during the war, the Union Army took control of the house and turned it into a hospital. While the mansion survived the war, a carelessly dropped cigarette led to a fire that reduced it to ashes in 1890. Descendants of the Daniells said the fire started at about 3 p.m., while they had gone to pick up the mail, and when they returned, flames were shooting from the roof. Today, the stately columns topped with elaborate cast iron caps rise from a quiet clearing off a gravel road—all remnants of the antebellum South. But some visitors have seen more than stone. Legend has it that a Union soldier who died there, possibly one of the patients in the hospital, still haunts the site. Some visitors have reported seeing the soldier in full uniform walking amid the columns. For more details, call the Mississippi Department of Archives and History, which oversees the site, at 601.446.6502. For directions or information about the area, call the Chamber of Commerce of Port Gibson at 601.437.4351 or visit portgibsononthemississippi.com.
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Whether you believe in ghosts or just believe in enjoying an autumn getaway, hit the road for some hauntingly good fun this fall. Even if you don’t experience the supernatural, you can experience some superb scenery, history and attractions. ________________________________ Dennis R. Heinze is regional editor of the AAA Southern Traveler magazine.
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all is a time of multi-hued leaves drifting to the ground, sweaters dragged out of storage, spells of hot and cold weather, Halloween decorations littering neighborhoods and costumes overflowing in aisles of supermarkets and drug stores. While the Halloween of childhood is filled with a single-minded desire to conquer local houses for candy plunder, grown-up Halloween is a holiday primed for party going. Parents socialize with each other as their children abandon them for the land of candy, whereas adults who find themselves without children have a completely different celebration.
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• Haunt your door. For a grand entrance, give your guests something to talk about with flying bats, ghosts or even a talking spirit. • Focus on Treats. After all, this is Halloween! Go over the top with lots of sweets and goodies. Have to-go boxes so guests can take home treats for later.
• Get creative. Have a mixology bar so guests can try different concoctions. Use an online bar calculator to help you figure out the proper amount of alcohol/ mixers needed and test out any recipes ahead of time. • Dress the part. Halloween is all about costumes so
vamp it up or declare a theme like “Groovy 70s” or “Rockin’ 80s.” The more you get guests involved, the more fun the party will be! Take it up a notch — have a costume contest with awards for best and worst costumes. • Host a Spooky Scavenger Hunt. Hide clues in gory places, outside and after dark.
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Give kids flashlights as a favor and be sure to have an adult helping each team. • Decorate Cookies. Make sugar cookies like the ones pictured and let kids have fun decorating them. Create a dÊcor station with icing, sprinkles and candy. Create gingerbread house haunted mansions for a fun extra.
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a RECIPES Candy Cordial
Adapted from FoodNetwork.com SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup candy corn 1 1/2 cup vodka 2 tbsp Grand Marnier Juice of 1 Lemon Lemon-Lime Soda Candy Corn, for garnish INSTRUCTIONS Combine the candy corn and vodka in an airtight container. Set aside for at least 3 hours. Strain. Combine the candy corn vodka, orange liquor and lemon juice in a large measuring cup. Add a splash of lemon-lime soda and stir. Pour into chilled martini glasses and garnish with candy corn.
Sugar Cookies
Adapted from JoyofBaking.com YIELDS 36 Cookies INGREDIENTS 3 cups all purpose flour 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp baking soda 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature 1 cup granulated white sugar 2 large eggs 2 tsp pure vanilla extract INSTRUCTIONS In separate bowl, whisk together flour, salt and baking soda. With electric (or 90 OCTOBER 2012 | myclickmag.com
hand) mixer, beat the butter and sugar until fluffy (about 3 minutes). Add eggs and vanilla. Beat until combined. Add flour mixture. Beat until smooth dough is formed. Divide dough in half. Wrap each half in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm enough to roll. Preheat oven to 350째F, placing rack in center of oven. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Take one half portion of chilled dough from the refrigerator. On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough to a thickness of 1/4 inch. (Keep turning dough as you roll, making sure it does not stick to counter.) Cut out desired shapes using lightly floured cookie cutter. Transfer cookies to baking sheet. Place baking sheets with dough in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to chill dough and to prevent cookies from loosing shape when baking. (Note: if you are not going to frost the baked cookies, you can sprinkle unbaked cookies with sparkling sugar). Bake cookies for 8-10 minutes or until edges start to brown. Remove from oven and let cookies cool for a few minutes before transferring to wire rack to finish cooling. Frost with royal icing, if desired. Be sure to let royal icing dry completely before storing. (This may take several hours or overnight.) Frosted cookies will keep several days in an airtight container. Store between layers of parchment or wax paper.
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Royal Icing with Meringue Powder Adapted for JoyofBaking.com
INGREDIENTS 4 cups confectioners’ sugar 3 tbsp meringue powder 1/2 tsp extract (vanilla, lemon, almond) 1/2-3/4 cup warm water INSTRUCTIONS With electric (or hand) mixer, beat sugar and meringue powder until combined. Add water and beat on medium/high speed until glossy and stiff peaks form (about 5 minutes). If necessary, add more powdered sugar or water. Add food coloring, if desired. Icing should be used immediately or transferred to an airtight to prevent hardening. HINT: To cover the entire surface of the cookie with icing, the proper consistency is determined by lifting the beater. If the ribbon of icing that falls back into the bowl remains on the surface of the icing for a few seconds before disappearing, the icing is the correct consistency.
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Here are just a few events you won’t want to miss!
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OCTOBER 4 OCTOBER 4 Salvation Army Wom- King Biscuit en’s Auxiliary’s “Leg- Blues Festival ends” of Memphis – fundraiser honoring many Memphis legends and benefitting The Salvation Army in the Greater Memphis Area. 6:30 p.m., Clark Opera Memphis Center. Linda K. Miller at 901.767.2878, miller_lk@ bellsouth.net
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11 A.M., HELENA-WEST ARKANSAS 870.572.5223, KINGBISCUITFESTIVAL. COM
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MidSouth Heart Walk 8 a.m., Autozone Park 901.383.5406, midsouthheartwalk.org
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35th Annual Olive Branch Octoberfest 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Olive Branch City Park Auditorium, 305 College St., Olive Branch 662.895.5219, obms.us
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Alan Jackson in concert 7 p.m. Snowden Grove Amphitheater, 6275 Snowden Ln., Southaven ticketmaster.com
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10:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Exceptional Foundation of West TN, Memphis 901.387.5003
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Shelby Farms Greenline Half Marathon
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Memphis Botanic Garden 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. 901.636.4187, memphisbotanicgarden. com
7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Old Towne Olive Branch, Pigeon Roost Rd. olivebrancholdtowne.com
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First annual 5K Walk/ Run Family Fall Fest benefitting Lupus Foundation of
America, Memphis Chapter 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Overton Park, Memphis lupusmemphis.org, 901.458.5302
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October 6 Great Bowls of Fire: First annual chili cook-off
October 4, 11 Fall Hootenanny Hoedown
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Autumn in the Park Fall Festival 4 p.m. Latimer Lakes Park, 5633 Tulane Rd., Horn Lake 662.342.3469
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October 5-7 2012 Mistletoe Merchants Friday: 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Saturday: 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Sunday: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Agricenter International, 7777 Walnut Grove Rd., Memphis themarketshows.com
Avett Brothers
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MUD ISLAND AMPHITHEATER, 8:00 P.M. 901.525.1515, TICKETMASTER.COM
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Minglewood Hall, Memphis 901.312.6058, minglewoodhall.com
ART ON FIRE DIXON GALLERY & GARDENS 5:00 P.M.- 10:30 P.M. 901.761.5280, DIXON.ORG
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8:00 P.M.-11:00 P.M., MEMPHIS BOTANIC GARDEN 901.636.4187, MEMPHISBOTANICGARDEN. COM
The American Cancer Society’s 12th annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 8 a.m. Laurelwood Shopping Center, Poplar and Perkins Extd. cancer.org, 901.729.3586
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Pumpkinfest & Chili cook-off 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Olive Branch Old Towne, Pigeon Roost Rd. DeeDee Erfurdt, 662.893.0888, olivebrancholdtowne.com
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OUTTAK Elain Hare
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF MEMPHIS-MIDSOUTH CHAPTER SUSAN G. KOMEN FOUNDATION
What inspired you to become part of the Susan G. Komen foundation? A good friend of mine was on the Board of Directors and contacted me when they began their search for their first Executive Director. She encouraged me to consider the position. I am a life-long volunteer and have had many friends affected by breast cancer so I understood the need. I did some research and learned that Susan G. Komen for the Cure was the leader in the fight against breast cancer and that a majority of the important strides made in research for better care, longer survival rates and finding a cure were funded by Komen grants. I also was amazed at the millions of dollars that the local affiliate has given to the MidSouth’s hospitals, health centers and education programs, and I was sold.
What is your favorite thing about fall in Memphis? The changing of the season from hot to cool and the wonderful colors of the leaves makes Memphis a lovely place to be in the fall. Memphis is as far north as I have ever lived, so to me, we have a beautiful autumn.
If you had a year off work with pay, what would you do? The same thing I am doing now! I have always volunteered and can’t imagine not being a part of a community project.
What is the one thing you look most forward to each day? My first cup of coffee and turning on my laptop: I check our fundraising thermometer first thing each morning and it is the last thing I do each night, so from April until December, I am happy watching us climb to our goal.
Do you have any advice for aspiring businesswomen? Not that I follow this very well, but take some time for yourself. It is like they instruct on airplanes—put the mask on yourself first so that you can help others. It really is okay to say “no,” and important to remember we can’t always be everything to everyone, so set your priorities and stick to them. Also, follow-through on commitment is everything, so saying “no” when you can’t fit something into your schedule isn’t a weakness; it is a sign of leadership.
What aspect of your work inspires you to continue working towards a world free of breast cancer? A breast cancer diagnosis is always sad, but seeing the young women in their 20s and 30s get it and fight to survive drives me daily. That there are women in our community who find a lump but have no funds or insurance to pay for a mammogram is something that keeps me focused to keep raising dollars. It really is all about how much we can raise so that we do two things: give funds to national breast cancer research and give the rest to our community for screening, treatment and education.
Whose leadership encourages you? Margaret Thatcher. She led with grace and purpose.
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