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ABOUT THE COVER

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Lynne Robinette

ust like Martin Luther King, Jr, my mom’s dream was to see a world where all people had an equal opportunity to live in a world with equality. She had a dream to make day to day life easier on individuals with physical challenges.”

-Robin Cheatwood

Meet Lynne Robinette, mother of two and founder of the Wishes 4 Me Foundation, a non profit organization that provides information and resources to help those with disabilities live safer, healthier, and fuller lives. “I have two children, Robin and Steven Cheatwood. My daughter passed away 2 years ago, and my son is 27 years old,” Robinette said. “At ages 12 and 13, they were both diagnosed at the same time with Friedreich’s ataxia which is a progressive neuromuscular disease. I started the Wishes 4 Me Foundation because of my own personal situation and the challenges that I continue to be faced with in finding resources for my children as well as putting them in a position to be successful in the community if I were no longer around to oversee their care.”

Robinette started Wishes 4 Me in 2002. She believes in the importance of an individual’s independence, whether they are disabled or not.

“Robin was in a wheelchair for 9 years before she passed away, and Steven has been in a wheelchair for 3 years, but they have both been very active in the community and very sociable,” she said.

“Steven does volunteer work for the Foundation as well as for the First United Methodist Church of Lawrenceville. He is a volunteer in the bimonthly blood drive, he tutors children in the after school program and he plays board games three times a week with his friends.”

Robinette and the Foundation have even purchased homes so that those choosing to live on their own may do so.

“We provide housing for disabled adults; we currently have two homes in Lawrenceville,” she said.

“We help individuals with disabilities find resources, caregivers, doctors, etc. I’ve also assisted families in assessing their homes to make them more accessible as well as providing families with different options to meet the needs of their disabled family members.”

“I am a single mother, and we have no relatives in Georgia. I was trying to find resources to take care of my children while I worked during the day, but it was very hard to find these resources. Over time, I did find Medicaid waiver programs that provided caregivers for my children while I was at work so that I would not have to quit my job to take care of my children,” she said. “With the disability that Robin and Steven had, if someone was not with them, then they were at risk for going to a nursing home; that was not an option for me. They needed to be very active in the community.”

“My mom wants the best for me. She wanted me to be around other people because she knows that I love to be around other people. I thrive on being around others; living with others, growing with others, and learning from others. This is not an option... it’s just my way of life.” -Robin Cheatwood To help put in perspective just what sort of finances it takes to maintain a household for an individual with a major disability, Robinette shared some numbers: $4,000-$5,000 = the monthly cost of a 24 hour caregiver, which is not always covered by Medicaid waiver programs $40,000 = the cost of a wheelchair accessible van, required to transport individuals confined to a wheelchair, which (unlike the wheelchair itself) is not covered under Medicaid or Medicare $47,000 = the cost of in home renovations to allow for an individual’s disabilities (power lift, handrails, etc.), which the average family cannot afford. $674 = the maximum amount of monthly income a disabled individual can receive from government assist programs

“Most young people cannot wait to turn 18. This is every young person’s dream. It just took a while for this dream to come true for me.

But I am just like any young person moving into their own space and place. I want to be away from my mom.” -Robin Cheatwood “I have taken my daughter’s death and my children’s disabilities and tried to make something positive out of the community with it. The position that I work with the Foundation is a volunteer one; I have a full time job. Wishes 4 Me is something that I do after hours. So if I can do it, anybody can do it,” Robinette said. “I think giving back to community is something we all need to look at; not just financially but with time and helping people that are not able to take care of themselves.”

If you know someone who is disabled, contact Wishes 4 Me at admin@wishes4me.org so that they can receive an evaluation to make sure they are receiving all the benefits they are entitled to. Lynne Robinette is a volunteer with the State of Georgia Developmental Disabilities Group, a co-leader of the Greater Atlanta Ataxia Support Group, and has spoken at several support group meetings both to people with disabilities and to their caregivers.

Ten to fifteen percent of Americans have a major disability. So how can we help?

“I would like to say thank you to the many many people who have helped make this dream come true. My mother, who had this dream; all the way down to the people who keep this dream in the future. Even the smallest things people can do to help will mean the world to me and others who have it just a bit tougher. Thank you so much!”

-Robin Cheatwood

“Financial donations are definitely needed; we need another automobile- an additional one to help transport residents who do not need a wheelchair accessible van,” Robinette said. “We always need volunteers to help do yard work or maintenance on the homes. We desperately need financial funding for our homes because the cost of the rent which we charge our residents does not cover the full cost of maintaining the home.”

This article includes excerpts from “Robin’s Speech” which Lynne Robinette’s daughter, Robin Cheatwood read on the day the first Wishes 4 Me Foundation home for disabled adults was completed. I encourage you to read the whole thing. Her full speech can be found on the website www.wishes4me.org. Click the link “Our First Private Residence for Disabled Adults” and then click “Robin’s Speech.”

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The homes are equipped with necessities such as roll in showers, handrails adjacent to the toilets, and power lift equipment. Most recently, the Foundation was awarded a wheelchair accessible van.

“It’s a 2010 Ratan, which we got through AMS Vans in Norcross,” Robinette said. “The grant for the van was funded by the Gwinnett County Community Development Program. So we are now able to provide transportation to disabled individuals in the community.”

These are major milestones for the Foundation, and they did not come easy. Robinette knows firsthand just how difficult it is to support an individual with a disability- she supported two!

The Foundation’s goals for the new year include building additions to the homes in order to accommodate more residents as well as purchasing more homes in the area.

Writer, Cassidy Johnson

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e’ve crossed over into a new year which can bring a sense of renewed hope in changing our lives and our world. The last few years have been difficult for many people, and yet reflecting back, it’s important to take inventory of the successes, no matter how small.

This helps create a sense of hope for the future as it allows you to build upon any positive momentum that has occurred.

In opening the door to this new year, what do you want for yourself, your family, your life? Do you want a rerun of last year? I’m a great believer in setting intentions and creating a plan as you’ll have a better chance of getting what you want than if you just wishing and hoping things will change. Do you want to take what comes along or create your future?

In order to create something new in our lives, it’s important to open yourself up, to think outside the box of where you’ve been. To get you into this frame of mind, consider the word expansive. The Webster’s Dictionary definition of expansive: to unfold, to pen, characterized by a free and generous nature. I’ve noticed that when I stay open to other ways of looking at things, my world expands as new people, ideas, prosperity, work, creativity shows up.

in our thinking creates rigidity; it’s tight, constrictive, and doesn’t allow anything new in. When we open up and consider other ways of looking at something or even someone, we open to new possibilities. Consider how the world was thought to be flat at one time. Someone had to think bigger! And when they did, many new discoveries began to appear.

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JANUARY Calendar Christmas Lighting Show January 01 – 02, 2011 Location: Gwinnett County Fairgrounds Address: 2405 Sugarloaf Pkwy, Lawrenceville, GA 30045 http://www.gwinnettcountyfair.com/ Shadracks Productions presents A Christmas Lighting Show.

Snow Mountain January 01 – March 6, 2011 Location: Stone Mountain Park Address: 1000 Robert E. Lee Blvd., Stone Mountain, GA 30083 http://www.snowmountainpark.com/ Covered with acres of snow including a 400’ tubing hill and a 30,000 square foot play area, this fantastic family attraction has plenty for your whole family to do!

Finalists Exhibition for The Hudgens Prize January 02 – February 19, 2011 Location: Hudgens Center for the Arts 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy, Duluth, GA 30097 http://thehudgens.org/ Juried exhibit of works by the Finalists for The Hudgens Prize Competition.

“Biggest and the Best” Winter Nationals January 07 – 09, 2011 Location: SGAA Dual Deck Arena/South Gwinnett Park 2115 McGee Rd., Snellville, GA 30078 http://www.2hot4ice.com/ Inline Hockey Food & Shopping January 8, 2011 Location: Gwinnett Enviromental & Heritage Center 2020 Clean Water Dr., Buford, GA 30519 http://www.gwinnettehc.org/ We eat every day, so small adjustments to what and how we eat can make a big difference. Learn the meaning behind product labels that can help you make informed decisions and avoid greenwashing when you shop for food and other household items.

Winter Bridal Show January 9, 2011 Location: Gwinnett Historic Courthouse Address: 185 West Crogan Street, Lawrenceville, GA 30046 http://www.gwinnettcounty.com Includes a fashion show, dance exhibitions and up to 50 vendors. Door prizes also, register in adavnce.

World Spirit Federation Cheerleading: A- Town Championships January 9, 2011 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy, Duluth, GA 30096 http://www.gcvb.org Cheerleading competition Sirens January 13 – February 6, 2011 Location: Aurora Theatre 128 Pike Street, Lawrenceville, GA 30045 http://www.auroratheatre.com/new/ After twenty-five years of marriage, the passion in Sam & Rose’s marriage has ebbed. The cure seems to be a romantic

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cruise to the mythical Greek Isles. That is, until washed up songwriter Sam hears a siren calling, and chucks himself overboard. Embark on this captive comedy about finding one’s muse.

“ABC’s of Planning a Family Reunion” January 14, 2011 Location: Atlanta Marriott Norcross Address: 475 Technology Parkway, Norcross, GA 30092 Planning session on how to plan a successful family reunion in Gwinnett County. Vendors, overview of facilities and more - complimentary lunch and reunion planning materials included.

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory January 14 – 23, 2011 Location: New London Theatre 2485 E. Main St SW, Snellville, GA 30078 http://www.newlondontheatre.org/ Walk Like a Gwinnetian...People and Places January 20 – April 25, 2011 Location: Gwinnett Historic Courthouse Address: 185 West Crogan Street, Lawrenceville, GA 30046 http://www.gwinnettpark.com/ Artitst TJ Haugh brings his love of Gwinnett to life on canvas using local faces and places in and around Gwinnett County. Meet the artist at a reception prior to his exhibit on January 19, 7pm-9pm

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The Princess and the Pea, Y’all January 22, 2011 Location: Aurora Theatre 128 Pike St, Lawrenceville, GA 30045 http://www.auroratheatre.com/new/ Children’s Playhouse. Puppeteer, Lee Bryan Pride of Dixie Antiques Market January 22 – 23, 2011 Location: North Atlanta Trade Center 1700 Jeurgens Ct, Norcross, GA 30093 www.northatlantatradecenter.com/ Shop hundreds of booths with antiques, collectables, unique home decor, estate & costume jewelry, furniture, artwork and more, all in one large climate controlled building.

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FINANCE Halcyon Times– Helping you enjoy smooth financial sailing.

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ears after the movie “Wall Street” came out, the line everyone still remembers from it is “Greed is good!” That may have fit into the context of the movie and its storyline, but it does not fit into the context of real life for individuals or families (or corporations for that matter).

What is greed? Greed can be defined as “excessive desire for more of something than is needed, especially for wealth or possessions.” So having things or wealth is not bad in and of itself. What is bad is when the desire for things or wealth is excessive or out of control, when it overwhelms common sense and good judgment. What is one of the outcomes of greed in our personal lives? Debt.

“Debt is bad!” I doubt there will be a blockbuster movie that causes that phrase to be on everyone’s lips. Maybe I should say too much debt is bad. One of Socrates’ famous phrases is sometimes rendered “the unconsidered life is not worth living.”

Let’s rework his phrase to say “the unconsidered debt is not worth taking on.”

For most of us there is some point in our lives where we have to take on debt - debt such as a mortgage to buy a house, an auto loan to buy a car or student loans to pursue higher education. These are debts with a clear purpose or need in mind (usually).

Trouble comes when we do not properly consider how we will go about managing debt or paying off debt. The trouble is often worse when we take on debt to survive or debt that is not connected to a clear need or purpose. There are plenty of nightmare stories in the news about people with thousands of dollars in credit card debt or home equity lines of credit for which there is no overriding or longterm benefit and no plan or ability to pay the debt.

How can we avoid getting into debt trouble? By making hard choices when necessary. Save up for things instead of buying impulsively then wondering how to pay for what you just bought. Force yourself to take time to reconsider before completing purchases. Be committed to long-term financial stability and stay away from the short-term thinking that leads to avoidable debt. Have a financial plan and financial goals. Be committed to the plan and to achieving the goals. Include a savings program in the plan so that there is money available to meet unexpected or unplanned expenses instead of having to go into debt.

If you have debt issues, get started on dealing with them. Figure out which debt is smallest or can most quickly, easily or beneficially be eliminated. Work on eliminating that debt. Go for the small victory and show yourself you can do it!

Then get to work on the next debt. If you need help with debt, get help!

In the best of all financial worlds we would not need to take on debt. The next best thing is being able to handle the debt we do have and being able to pay it down and, in time, eliminate it altogether. If you want a minor thrill on a Friday afternoon, tune in to the Dave Ramsey radio program and listen to folks tell Dave how they have eliminated ALL their debt. Then listen to them yell over the radio “WE’RE DEBT FREE!!!” That is an achievable goal in many cases. Achieving the goal, however, requires commitment, focus and discipline.

I heartily encourage you to strive to one day be able to say to family and friends “I’m Debt Free!”

Today’s Ancient Wisdom: Solomon said “the borrower is slave to the lender.”

Feedback and topic suggestions are welcome - HalcyonTimes@HalcyonFP.com, or comment at www.HalcyonFP.com/halcyon-times. Tweet @halcyonplanning.

Glenton Ashby is the founder and owner of Halcyon Financial Planning, LLC, a fee-only financial planning and Registered Investment Advisor firm. Visit HalcyonFP.com.

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#2 Set a positive example of discipline and consistency for your children as it pertains to their school work and other areas of their lives. Remember, they mirror your attitudes and actions! If you find yourself being frustrated with their lack of academic priority, you must examine the messages you may be sending them about their education. For example, if you openly criticize a teacher whether warranted or unwarranted, it provides an excuse for them to not work up to their potential. They will likely blame the same teacher you are criticizing for their lack of success, rather than accept personal responsibility. If you tell them they must earn the privilege to participate in sports by working to their potential, and then they don’t, and you allow them to participate anyway, you have sent a message that sports is more important than their education. The discipline your children develop and demonstrate in their academics will “spill” over into other areas of their lives. The most disciplined students are usually reliable, responsible, and respectful in the classroom and even in their communities and involvement with others outside the realm of their academics.

#3 Set parameters; i.e., rules, for your academic expectations and clear consequences for their lack of being responsible, and then adhere to these parameters. Children need discipline and boundaries. Having these provides a sense of security for children, while developing their own ability to rationalize and problem solve.

Expect that they will step out of the boundaries you have set at times as this is a normal part of development; however, they need you to stop them if they step outside of what is considered the safety zone. Teenagers have actually shared with me that they were grateful their parents did not allow them to make bad decisions and demonstrate poor judgment because, if left to follow their own inclinations, they would have and then suffered the consequences! Remember, the frontal lobe of a person’s brain, which is responsible for decision making, judgment, and problem solving, does not usually fully develop until one reaches his or her mid to late 20s!

I hope 2011 is a most successful year for your children as they live with greater intent, set academic goals and priorities, follow your example in action and attitude, and adhere to the parameters set in your home regarding educational priorities and expectations! Happy New Year!

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Over the last couple of years, though, I’ve noticed a trend away from New Year resolutions. Why? Various rationales exist, but I can’t help thinking about the popular phrase – “A failure to plan is a plan to fail.”

But, is the problem really with the resolution or with the parameters around the plan? Maybe a little of both in some cases, but I’ve decided that, overall, we need a totally new approach to our concept of setting yearly goals for self-improvement.

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Think back on resolutions you created for yourself in past years. Evaluate which ones you succeeded in achieving, which ones are still in process, and which ones didn’t make it past March.

Examine and record why each resolution fell into the category of success, in process, or mission aborted.

All of the items listed in the first two categories of success and in-process should be your focus areas to continue in 2011. Write them down, say them to yourself daily or weekly, and read about other’s successes in this same area. You don’t want to lose what is already working for you by focusing solely on what isn’t.

The reasons listed in your “mission aborted” category are the items for you to work to overcome while you continue to pat yourself on the back in step #3. Don’t worry about the overall resolution, look to overcome the obstacles that prevented your success in the past - one at a time - and the end result will be achieved without your realizing it.

In January 2009, I decided to 1) be more attentive to my business accounting, 2) clean up the clutter in my house, and 3) spend more time with my kids. I succeeded in #3, #1 was a work in process for two years, but #2 – house clutter – simply could not be achieved.

Three months ago, I decided to analyze WHY I couldn’t eradicate stacks of old receipts, bank statements, bills, kids’ school work and papers, pamplets, CD covers, shoe boxes, etc. from around my home. I listed 3 very good reasons: 1) Not enough time to do it, 2) Every time I clean up, mess comes back, and 3) lack of support.

Therefore, I made up my mind to clean up a small area of the house – a corner of the kitchen table for instance – every day. It only took 5 minutes each day and over the course of 3 months, I could see major improvements around the house. I also set daily activities for the kids to handle their paperwork and designated storage bins for school work, magazines, and the mail. I didn’t try to tackle all the clutter at once, I simply created systems to overcome the obstacles to my success.

Take time each day, week and month in 2011 to revel and bask in your strengths and successes while you seek to overcome – one thing at a time – the obstacles to self improvement. That’s the best resolution.

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Five Forks Academy engages in something very special every Holiday Season. The center chooses a community service project that will benefit our less fortunate neighbors living in Gwinnett County. With the help of the parents and staff, we teach our children about the “Gift of Giving.” We incorporate the concept and practice into our daily lesson plans by talking about different charities, ways that family’s practice stewardship and what other ways a child can be “charitable” to others. Parents assist by allowing their child to choose a toy or valued item to give to another child. We set out a large decorated Donation Box where children can put the item they are donating. We teach our children

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1. The highest degree of personal values, ethics and integrity. Superior ethics may not always win the marketing battle but most always win the marketing war.

2. Continual positive outlook and enthusiastic vision. This is a key separator between great, good and poor marketers.

3. Use of creativity to differentiate yourself from the competition. When products or services appear the same to the customer-- creativity by the top marketing professional in approach and positioning makes all the difference.

4. Reliability, consistency and dependability. These three traits separate the average marketer from the superstar marketer. Enough said!

5. A sense of being “human” that builds brand loyalty. Being human and using humor makes your efforts and campaigns likable, and people like brands that make them warm and fuzzy.

6. Unyielding belief in your organization and yourself. Real winners KNOW there are no shortcuts and that they will “win” in the end by doing the little things correctly.

7. Creative posturing that differentiates you and makes you clearly known by all of your stakeholders. Superior positioning reduces competition-- which is a great and value added bonus for doing your job well.

8. Passion to excel and to be the best at what you do. This is a personal characteristic that is evident to others. There is no sense in striving for second best. So… don’t!

9. Push the envelope. The marketer who appreciates the past, is dedicated to the present AND pushes the envelope with a vision for the future is the one that will achieve success.

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our dog or puppy needs a safe space where he can play, exercise and roam around. One way of ensuring the safety of your pooch while he’s outside your home is by using a dog playpen.

Most playpens for pets are easy to mount and assemble. Some are made of light materials, which allow you to move it from one place to another whenever necessary.

Dog playpens come in a wide array of sizes, designs and models. The type of playpen you choose should match the size of your dog. Ideally, the height of the structure must be about 2 meters higher than the height of your dog or puppy. This will prevent your dog from jumping over the playpen and escape.

Various benefits can be acquired from using dog playpens. One primary benefit is that it provides your canine a spacious area for exercise. It can serve both as a safe shelter or a spacious play area for your dog. Your dog will get all the necessary physical activity and exercise while he’s staying inside the pen. Dogs, like any animals, need to move and run around.

Playpens can provide a comfortable and airy space for your doggy to roam when you don’t have time to take him for a walk.

A playpen can act as a protected zone of containment. So even if you leave your dog in the yard alone, you don’t have to worry about his safety and the possible dangers in the surroundings. It’ll prevent your doggy from crashing through your neighbor’s lawn or getting attacked by wild animals.

Another benefit of using dog exercise pens is that it can be an effective tool when teaching your dog the proper way of urinating or pooping. With the use of a playpen, you can train your puppy to hold his urge to defecate until he is outside of the enclosed area.

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Moreover, a dog that is kept in an enclosure usually has a well-mannered behavior. Boredom and the inability to get out and follow natural instincts are the usual causes of dog behavioral problems. Since you can carry the playpen anywhere you go, your dog will be able to run and run around and feel that he’s part of the family. Most dogs who enjoy spending time in these dog playpens tend to have fewer behavioral problems such as excessive barking or chewing.

So whether you need a safe place for your dog or simply prefer a spacious area in which you’ll be able to leave your pooch while finishing off an important task outside, then buying a playpen is the way to go!

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RecipeS Chicken & Corn Chili

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Prep Time: 10 Min Cook Time: 15 Min Ready In: 25 Min Servings: Yield 4 servings

Ingredients 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 1 (16 ounce) jar salsa 2 teaspoons garlic powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon chili powder salt to taste ground black pepper to taste 1 (11 ounce) can Mexican-style corn 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans Directions Place chicken and salsa in the slow cooker the night before you want to eat this chili. Season with garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook 6 to 8 hours on Low setting.

About 3 to 4 hours before you want to eat, shred the chicken with 2 forks.

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Ingredients 4 (6 ounce) bone-in center cut pork chops 1 cup Sargento® Fancy Shredded 6 Cheese Italian Cheese 2 tablespoons crushed garlic croutons or Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves or parsley 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon paprika or smoked paprika 1/4 teaspoon pepper or hot paprika Directions Cut a horizontal pocket in the side of each pork chop (or ask your meat retailer to do this for you). Combine 3/4 cup cheese, croutons and thyme; stuff into pockets and pinch edges together to close pockets. Combine salt, paprika and pepper; sprinkle over chops.

Heat a 12-inch ovenproof skillet (wrap handle in foil) coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat until hot. Add chops; cook 3 minutes per side or until browned. Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup cheese over chops. Transfer skillet to a preheated 375 degrees F oven. Bake until chops are no longer pink in center, 8 to 10 minutes depending on thickness of chops.

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