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Jill Long, Co-owner, with employees mixing up spices Photo by: stephanpruittphotography.com

Baked Pie Company: Eat Pie and Smile!

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Written by Kirsten Fuchs

ren’t they funny, our memories? How can I remember moments from elementary school, song lyrics I haven’t sung in 40 years, and names of my childhood friends; yet, I can’t remember what I had for lunch yesterday? One of those memories is of me and my best friend sitting on a bench outside our high school in South Florida, talking about what we aspired to do when we were older. I specifically said that I wanted to own a small general store in North Carolina.

I left Florida twenty-two years ago and headed north. My husband and I brought our kids to South Asheville and found our new home in Fletcher. I worked for several companies in those first twenty years, yet something was always missing.

I became tired of working for others and knew I wanted to build my own business and create something that my family would be proud of.

One day in 2016, my daughter and I were driving around in Arden looking for a place to get a slice of pie and cup of coffee. It wasn’t exactly a lightbulb that flashed above my head, but more like a fire in the pit of my stomach. Could I possibly open a pie shop? Would other people want pie and coffee too?

I’m almost 50, what are you thinking? I have never worked in a restaurant, but I remembered sitting with my friend in high school and thought, “You know what? This is it! This is going to be that general store.”

A year and a half later, I opened Baked Pie Company.

Our pies and our shops will bring back memories to you, as well. All homemade, all freshly baked and all delicious, our pies will remind you of times when the world was a little quieter, a little nicer and a whole lot sweeter. Come see for yourself. I look forward to meeting you. continued on page 5 June 2019 | 50+ Living | 3

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CONTENTS 3 7

Baked Pie Company: Eat Pie and Smile!

Business Spotlight Kristy Wilson

16 Dreams of Flying

28 “An Apple a Day” More

18 Taylor’d with Style

29 Why a Sense of Humor

What Do They Mean?

Fashion in the Fast Lane

10 Sandy’s Food for Thought 21 Whoo...Are You? Ganache Strawberries

Dr. Zachary Holcombe

13 Celebrate 4th of July with 22 Using Color in Low-Calorie Cocktails

Feng Shui

14 Thunder and Fireworks 24 Disease Prevention for Keeping Your Dog Calm

15 Summer’s Outdoor

Adventures -- And Ticks

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Alzheimer’s & Dementia

26 Quotes for Father

Than a Silly Rhyme is a Great Quality

30 Advertisers Index 31 June Activities to Enjoy in WNC

Cover photo: Kirsten Fuchs, Baked Pie Company Photo by: Jon Shaner

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“The smell of fresh baked pies,

the vintage decor and the smiling faces behind the counter lets one know that this is indeed a special place.�

Bob Long, Co-owner

Photo by: Jon Shaner

We have two locations: Arden | 4 Long Shoals Road (828) 333-4366

Woodfin | 50 N. Merrimon Ave. (828) 210-9544

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PUBLISHER / OWNER Al Sheppard ART DIRECTOR Kimberly P. Anderson WEB DESIGN Alphie Hyorth FOR ADVERTISING INQUIRIES Mike Demos 828.273.0098 mikedemos@aol.com Rose Lunsford 828.243.5686 rlunsford@rewnc.com Jon Shaner 508.954.7143 jonshaner89@gmail.com Tammy Sheppard 828.230.7537 tsheppard@rewnc.com CONTRIBUTING WRITERS JeanAnn Taylor Sandi Tomlin-Sutker Sandy McCall

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It is critical to provide the latest estate planning tools to achieve these objectives.

We were one of first law firms in Western North Carolina to use family limited partnerships (FLPs), limited liability companies (LLCs), and revocable living trusts to protect people’s estate plan. Other ways to protect assets and avoid unnecessary tax liability include: Business succession planning | Medicaid planning for nursing home care |IRA planning Charitable planning |Estate tax and gift tax planning |Asset protection

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SPOTLIGHT

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ADVERTORIAL

Franny’s Farmacy is an environmentally conscious community of farmers practicing sustainable agriculture to cultivate top of the line hemp products. For centuries, hemp has been referred to as a “miracle crop� because it is so vastly purposeful.

Today this ancient miracle plant has become wildly popular for its role in holistic health. Hemp is used to produce CBD, the most current,relevant and emerging shift in natural healthcare.

Due to 80 years of cannabis prohibition, there has been no advertising or big business to market & sell to the masses.

For years people of every age, race and reach have taken healthcare into their own hands with cannabis. With the recent passing of the Farm Bill, everyone in the US now has legal access to cannabis.

Although derived from the same plant as THC, CBD is a non-psychoactive cannabinoid and does not cause a high. CBD delivers a wide range of health benefits but most popular with the senior community is it’s breakthrough advances in pain relief.

Studies have shown that CBD can reduce inflammation and alleviate pain from conditions such as Arthritis, Joint pain and Multiple Sclerosis as well as potentially assist in treating neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s.

In addition to 100% natural pain relief, CBD benefits people of all ages in more ways than one.CBD has been known to: • Help strengthen bones • Aid injury recovery • Improve sleep quality • Boost heart health • Brighten mood and ease mood-related disorders • Alleviate stress • Enhance cognitive functions • Combat addiction 8 | 50+ Living | June 2019

Why does it work? Every person has an endocannabinoid system in our body with over 300 receptors designed to uptake and metabolize cannabis and deliver it throughout the body.

The family-like team at Franny’s Farm is dedicated to cultivating quality products from seed to shelf and just like any other wellness routine, consistent use of the product produces the greatest results. The 100% natural benefits of Franny’s line of CBD tinctures, topical oils, and creams can be experienced using a couple of different applications. You can hold a sublingual dose under the tongue for 30-60 seconds, recommended for fastest absorption. The oil can be applied topically to your skin, directly to a problem area or mixed with your favorite moisturizer. You can even blend a few drops into a health-conscious smoothie. Further dosing instructions will be provided with each individual product. Additionally, CBD can be enjoyed through Franny’s chocolates, candies, teas, vapes, capsules.

The hemp used in Franny’s Farmacy products is grown, sown, processed and packaged locally in the lush mountains of Western North Carolina. Products can be purchased online and shipped anywhere in the U.S at no charge. Better yet, stop by!

Franny’s original Farmacy dispensary is located just 10 miles from the farm in Asheville, NC. Happily, thanks to the quick popularity of hemp products nationwide, additional dispensaries have opened shop in Hendersonville, NC and Johnson City, TN. When you make a purchase from Franny’s Farmacy, not only are you supporting a growing community– you are helping to promote sustainable farming! We look forward to providing you with products cultivated with love to best enhance your natural health experience! www.FrannysFarmacy.com

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When Love Gets Tough

Everyone vows they will never put their loved one in a nursing home. We all hope we can keep that promise, and that our lives may be enriched for many years.

Making the Decision

But the reality is that age and decline often take their toll, leaving us unable to manage alone, and placing an overwhelming burden on our extended family and friends to help us get through the day. It is then that we must decide who we can trust to help us care for our beloved.

your family becomes our family, carrying on our family tradition of a family serving families for over three decades. That’s the true spirit of mountain living! • The only family owned facility in Buncombe County operating for over 50 years. • The third generation of RNs and administrators now dedicate themselves full time to continuing the tradition of excellence. • Offering short- and long-term care for Skilled Nursing Care, Assisted Living and Respite Cars. • On-site physical, occupational and speech therapy. • Ideally located between Asheville and Hendersonville minutes from WNC’s finest hospital systems. • On-site services provided: Psychiatric, Dental, Optometry, Podiatry, Dietitian and Wound Care Services.

• All inclusive rate includes: laundry, cable, Wi-Fi, housekeeping, activities and outings, three nutritious meals a day and snacks, 24-hour nursing services, and medical and incontinent supplies (small fee for transportation and barber/beauty services). • Group activity outings: Cherokee Casino, fishing, baseball games, County Fair, circus, movies, shopping, zoos, Parkway rides and picnics. • A Medical Team of geriatric and family practice physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants who take personal interest in each resident and make routine weekly on-site visits and are on call 24 hours a day.

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Sandy’s Food for Thought Ganache Strawberries

By Sandy McCall

These beautiful Ganache Strawberries are not for the faint of heart! Why you say?

Sometimes folks are surprised that they are not the flavor and/or sweetness of milk chocolate. If you love the flavor and possible health benefits of dark chocolate, you will love these.

I use organic cacao because of the flavor and possible health benefits, but pure unsweetened cocoa powder works just fine.

“The cacao bean is full of antioxidants, fat, carbohydrates, protein, polyphenols like flavanoids that are antioxidants, minerals like calcium, magnesium, sulfur, copper, iron, zinc and potassium, oleic acid which is a heart-healthy essential monounsaturated fat, fiber and vitamins E, B2, B1, B5, B3, and B9.There are also small amounts of vitamin A and C in raw cacao. The maximum nutrients are found in raw cacao beans before any kind of processing.” (https://healthyy.net/superfoods/cacao-nutritional-facts) As soon as the spring strawberries are available, I am ready to make these each year. They are great for taking to gatherings, and also as my own “sweetness” snack each day. They don’t seem to last long at my house. Enjoy!

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Ganache Strawberries This recipe is dairy and sugar free. Always use organic ingredients when possible.

It also has a strong dark cacao/cocoa flavor, not to be confused with milk chocolate.

Strawberries 15-20 nicely formed large ripe strawberries You can use smaller strawberries so they are bite-size or use larger strawberries for a more lasting experience.

Prepare strawberries by removing tops by cutting evenly across top so that berries sit straight on a plate.

Coco-Nuts 1/4 cup slightly salted or unsalted cashews Enough maple syrup to lightly cover nuts 1/8 cup coconut flakes (unsweetened) Preheat oven to 300° Put chopped nuts in a bowl and drizzle with enough maple syrup to just cover nuts. Stir to coat. Put coconut in high-powered blender or food processor and process until coconut is powder. Sprinkle coconut powder on top of nuts and mix thoroughly. Spread nuts in one layer on parchment lined baking sheet. Toast in oven until lightly browned, stirring if necessary. Takes about 10-15 minutes. Watch them carefully.

Cool on baking sheet for an hour or more. As nuts cool completely, they will become crisp.

Assembly:

Ganache 1/8 cup coconut oil, melted 1/8 cup cacao or cocoa powder 2-3 teaspoons honey 2 tablespoons coconut milk Melt coconut oil in a small pan, whisk in honey until melted.

Whisk in cacao or cocoa completely. Add coconut milk and whisk until combined. Ganache will become thicker as it cools. Set aside.

This recipe will make more ganache than needed for 15-20 strawberries but you will need more ganache in order to be able to dip the strawberries into a deep enough vessel of ganache. Ganache keeps well in the refrigerator for your next batch of ganache strawberries or eat the extra by the spoonful as a wonderful ganache snack.

Chop nuts into small pieces and spread onto a plate. Put ganache into a small but deep container for dipping. Dip each strawberry into ganache and then roll into nuts. Set berries on a serving plate until ganache is cooled thoroughly and/or refrigerate.

I hope you enjoy these ganache strawberries and make them often. They are one of my spring and summertime favorites.

Sandy McCall’s day job is working as the Broker/Owner of Southern Life Realty. When she’s not being the “mad scientist” in the kitchen or loving-up her cat, dogs or chickens, she enjoys being a Food Writer …

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ADVERTORIAL

More than a decade has passed since the wine snob, Miles, played by Paul Giamatti in the movie “Sideways,” responded to an offer of a glass of Merlot saying: “If anyone orders Merlot, I’m leaving. I am not drinking any (expletive) Merlot!”

Many Merlot fans laughed but many, who were unfamiliar with this splendid varietal, followed Miles.

So, life was good for me, very good, until that day in 2004.

I just didn’t see it coming. Who would have thought that a movie, an indie movie at that, could derail an extraordinary, centuries old, honorable career? How could a simple movie with an unknown lead actor turn me into a dreaded has-been overnight?

Years later, we find Merlot still fighting to regain its status as a noble grape, has written this letter to us and we share it with you here.

Damn you “Sideways!” You sent me swirling through space like Sandra Bullock in “Gravity.” I lost my status, my name on the A-list, my name at the top of the A-list! I lost my grounding. I lost my own gravity. I maintained a loyal audience but I lost prestige, the respect I had earned through the centuries, the respect I deserve.

What happened to me? I am from Bordeaux. I am Merlot. Hear me roar!

Because of my flexibility, my softness, my fleshiness, and amiable personality, I have always been a bit of a blender, perhaps more often than I might have liked. But I was also a powerful varietal performing solo all over the world.

I am a runway model, a beautiful inky purple color living glamorously, gorgeously and stunningly amidst a chaise lounge of leaves. Even my name is spectacular. According to many, “Merlot” is a derivative of “merle,” French for blackbird.

I know what you are thinking. You think of me as the first runner up and not the winner. Cabernet Sauvignon always had more star power, more clout than me. I accept that. I know who I am. I was happy to stand back and let Cabernet go through the door first, take credit. I could do that because I always knew who was really in charge. I am the most widely grown grape in France! And in Bordeaux, Cabernet is nobody, nowhere without me. I am Merlot. Hear me roar!

But no more. This madness stops now. I am the Joan d’ Arc, the Harriet Tubman, the Susan B. Anthony, the Audrey Hepburn, the Sacajawea, the Serena Williams, the Princess Diana of the wine world. I am Merlot. And I am back.

Hear me roar!

We stand with Merlot @MetroWines. We recommend Jason Stephens Merlot from California as a reminder to Merlot fans of the depth and character of this noble grape and as an excellent representation of this varietal to newcomers.

On the nose, you find hints of chocolate, sugar plum, raspberry and incense. On the palate, expect blueberry and cherry flavors.

This is Merlot! Hear the roar!

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Celebrate the 4th of July with These Low-Calorie Cocktails

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ndependence Day is just around the corner, and dieters everywhere are gathering up the willpower to turn down calorie-laden alcoholic beverages. While it’s true that most sugary margaritas and other fruity summer drinks are high in calories, sticking to your diet does not have to mean sipping diet soda while your friends enjoy their favorite mixed drinks.

Mix up a batch of these crowd-friendly, low-calorie cocktails, and join in the 4th of July fun.

Red and Refreshing Punch This festive recipe makes eight, 120-calorie servings and is easy to mix in a large pitcher. Start with one liter of diet grapefruit soda, add one cup of light cranberry juice cocktail, one cup of raspberry vodka, and ¼ cup of triple sec. Stir in plenty of ice, and serve in your favorite cocktail glasses with paper flags as garnish.

Maraschino Margaritas Classic margarita recipes call for a lot of high-calorie, sugary ingredients, but this contains just 170 calories per serving.

A touch of maraschino cherry juice adds just enough sweetness and a festive red color. To make two margaritas, combine

2 tablespoons of maraschino cherry juice, 2 shots of light tequila, 3 ounces of lime juice and a splash of Grand Marnier over ice in a shaker. Shake until moisture beads up on the outside, and strain into salt-rimmed martini glasses.

True Blue American Similar to a Blue Hawaiian, this cocktail will remind you of the tropics. You’ll need a blender for this recipe, but it makes enough to share amongst six friends. Each serving contains approximately 160 calories. In your blender, combine ½ cup of light rum, 1 ounce of cream of coconut, ½ cup of pineapple juice, ½ cup of sugar-free lemonade, and ¼ cup of Blue Curacao. Add 10-12 ice cubes, and blend until smooth.

Garnish your glasses with maraschino cherries for the full red, white, and blue experience.

The key to keeping your calorie intake in check on Independence Day is moderation. Though the recipes above are lower in calories than most cocktails, the calories can still add up quickly if you aren’t careful. Keep your intake under control by drinking a glass of water between cocktails. This will also keep your alcohol intake in check, so you can have a safe and enjoyable holiday. Ee June 2019 | 50+ Living | 13

Thunder and Fireworks How to Keep Your Dog Safe and Calm How to calm your dog further

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s your dog terrified of the loud crashes and bangs made by fireworks and thunder? Storms and sparkling rockets are the bane of many dogs. The racket petrifies them. However, you can keep your pet safe and calm when whistles and explosions fill the sky.

Safety first Scared dogs are likely to flee given half a chance during noisy episodes. Keep your pal safe. Go for your walk together during daylight hours when you know you won’t encounter fireworks. Also, is your dog microchipped? Get your vet to install a tiny chip to make finding your dog easier if he or she disappears.

Even if a microchip is in place, you still need to ensure your pet’s tags are up-to-date. Check that your address and telephone number are easy to read. People who find strays always look at the animal’s tags. You’ll reclaim your dog sooner than if you rely on microchips alone as a means of identification.

When indoors, ensure windows and other means of escape are secure. Ask anyone who shares your home to keep doors shut and not let your pal in the garden. Muffle the noise of thunder and fireworks with the sound of the TV or radio too, and close the curtains - dogs associate flashes of light with the hullabaloo they hate, and window coverings reduce the brightness in rooms.

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Talk to a vet about potential solutions to aid calm when loud noises abound. You are likely to be offered pheromone sprays, thunder-shirts, and other means of inducing relaxation in canines. Calming supplements in tablet or liquid form may also be available.

Help your pet before loud thunder or fireworks cause problems as well. Introduce sounds like those they will hear during festivities at a low level via a CD and increase them over time to teach your pal to accept loud noises. Train your dog with sound therapy over months, though, rather than expect miracles in a short period.

When fireworks whizz and crackle or thunder booms, provide a secure, cozy area where your dog can hide. Frightened canines feel safest if they can snuggle in small, dark places. Areas beneath beds or open cupboards are ideal, especially if blankets to nestle into are provided.

How you conduct yourself also affects your dog because you are the pack leader. If you are excited, you send the message that danger is approaching. The less fuss made, the better. Let your composure signal all’s well. Hold back excessive sympathy, but remain thoughtful.

It’s tough to witness your dog shake and drool with fear, but you can improve the situation. Keep your pal safe. Follow necessary precautions and offer a secure place to shelter until thunder and fireworks abate. Ee

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icks are out and about. Unfortunately, if you spend much time outdoors this summer, chances are you will pick up at least one of the nasty little creatures. Ticks are a type of arachnid, related to spiders. Unlike spiders however, ticks prey on your blood to complete their life cycles. Although most tick bites are mildly annoying and perhaps itchy, some ticks can transmit serious diseases to humans and animals. If you have been bitten by a tick, look out for the following symptoms: Nausea • Fever • Vomiting • Heart palpitations Rash • Joint Pain • Swelling • Numbness Confusion • Weakness If in the days or weeks following a tick bite, you experience unusual fatigue, joint pain, fever, weakness, or general malaise for no obvious reason, you should go to the doctor. Also, pay attention to the area surrounding the tick bite. A large bulls-eye shape around the bite could indicate Lyme disease, although there are numerous other tick-borne illnesses, including Rocky Mountain spotted fever and ehrlichiosis.

There are precautions you can take to minimize your chances of being bitten by a tick. First, try to avoid areas of tall grass, since this is a likely tick habitat. If you must venture into the weeds, wear light-colored clothing so that ticks will be noticeable. You should wear long sleeves and pants when possible, and tuck your pants legs into your socks so that ticks can’t crawl up your legs. Be sure to wear insect repellent when outdoors. Repellents with DEET work well on both ticks and mosquitoes, so this is a two-for-one deal. Always follow directions on whatever repellent you choose. Pay special attention to age appropriateness of the repellent. Those with a high concentration of DEET or other pesticides should not be used on children. Finally, remember to do a thorough head-to-toe scan of yourself and your loved ones afterward. Tick-borne illnesses can usually be treated with antibiotics, although the recovery is easier with early diagnosis. Don’t let ticks deter you from enjoying your summer. Mindfulness and extra caution are all you need to keep you and your family healthy. Ee

Quality Patient-Centered Dental Care Whatever dentistry you’re in need of, you’ll feel comfortable with Dr. Zachary S. Holcombe, and his team.

Being “patient-centered� means that your positive experience, in every detail, is our primary concern.

Our team offers a wide variety of services and procedures to accomodate all your dental wants and needs. • DIAGNOSTIC & PREVENTATIVE • COSMETIC DENTISTRY

Dr. Holcombe is a native of Greenville, NC who attended North Carolina State University for undergraduate studies before earning his DMD from East Carolina University. He is married to his wife Amy and they have one child. When not practicing dentistry he enjoys spending time out doors with his friends and family.

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Dreams of Flying

What Do They Mean?

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o you sometimes dream you’re flying over roofs and chimney tops or soaring above mountains in the sky? Most people experience flying dreams at some point in their lives and enjoy them. If you fly when dreaming, your emotional state is positive, and you have a sense of liberation, so you probably want to repeat the experience. However, you might wonder how to interpret your night-time imaginings. Various theories exist to explain the phenomenon; see if one feels right to you.

Freedom from anxiety

Wish fulfillment

If you’ve gone through a difficult time lately, your flying dream might indicate your troubles are passing and a time of ease is occurring. Just as stress can be expressed during nightmares, relief can show up in dreams. When you glide through the sky, you’ve got no worries to tie you down.

Psychoanalyst Freud believed dreams are often about wish fulfillment. Flying dreams may express the desire for greater freedom in your life. You might wish to rise above your problems and be liberated from the shackles of stress. In such a case, the dream is your mind’s way of telling you something’s got to give for you to be happy.

Joy One way to determine a dream’s meaning is to recognize how you feel while dreaming. Most people experience great joy as they zoom and play above the clouds. This predominant emotion reflects a truth about your circumstances in waking life. Perhaps you’re in love with life or a person, or you’re simply having a good time.

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Freud suggested wish fulfillment dreams arise when people repress their desires since they don’t think what they want will be looked upon favorably by others. If you’ve hidden the need for liberty, the chances are you believe you must shoulder a burden of responsibility that restricts your free will.

Lucid dreaming Flying dreams are sometimes associated with lucid dreams, in which you have control over what happens while you’re dreaming. If you can fly wherever you want during your dream, you may be in a state of semi lucidity, where you’re partly unconscious and partly conscious. Research shows during lucid dreaming the frontal lobes of the brain are active. This brain region is linked with thinking and logic, which is why decisionmaking is possible when you’re in a lucid dream.

Flying dreams are usually fun. It’s likely they represent actual liberation from stress or the desire for fewer responsibilities that limit the need for freedom. Additionally, they might indicate you’re in a lucid state and can take control of your dream, so, if you find yourself hovering in the sky, check to see whether you can steer what happens next. Ee

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Taylor’d wi Style

Fashion in the Fast Lane

By JeanAnn Taylor

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hope you are not disappointed to learn this present-day fact of the clothing industry: not all apparel designers and manufacturers genuinely care about your exquisite sense of style. In fact, many care solely about your wallet—and they want what is in it. The mindset of today’s fashion industry has reshaped the way we perceive fashion, the way we shop, our options for clothing purchases, and in fact, our whole clothing culture. The term “fast fashion” is used to describe the quickly manufactured, cheap clothing created by mass-market retailers.

Once upon a time, with each new season, fashionistas flocked to fashion shows in New York, Paris, and Milan to be the first to see avant-garde fabrics, colors, and silhouettes. The majority of us waited for our favorite fashion magazine to arrive in snail mail before getting a glimpse of the newest trends. Now, thanks to the Internet, we have immediate access to new runway fashions, and many of us want to be the first lady on the block seen wearing those hot new designs.

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To accommodate our desires (and their bank accounts) imitations of catwalk designs are hurriedly mass produced.

In an effort to produce these garments as swiftly as possible, shortcuts are taken. In an effort to produce them as cheaply as possible, poor quality materials are used. The low-quality, poorly constructed garments are then quickly shipped to stores to sell to the mass market while images of skinny, sexy models are fresh on consumer’s minds.

Fast-fashion chain stores receive new shipments each week, some several times each week, and they need to sell their inventory as quickly as possible. To meet their goals, they conspire to convince consumers that the blouse purchased last week is already out-of-fashion and needs to be replaced.

If that strategy doesn’t work, their next tactic will. The cheaply made clothing is literally designed to fall apart, often within one or two washings. This makes it necessary to buy more clothing . . . which will fall apart, or pill, or tear . . . making it

necessary to buy more clothing . . . and so the circle of cheap fashion continues.

While fast fashion may seem frivolous, it doesn’t appear to be detrimental—until you learn a few facts. To begin, these low-quality garments are typically worn less than five times and only kept for one month before they are discarded. The average American contributes over 60 pounds of clothing to landfills each year. Many of the fabrics used to make these clothes are petroleum-based polyester, acrylic, spandex, and nylon which take hundreds of years to decompose.

Cotton can be a wise fabric choice but you must be a savvy shopper to discern high quality from low quality. Every cotton boll contains approximately 250,000 cotton fibers or staples.

Short cotton staples are 1 1/8 inches long, long staples are 1 1/4 inches long, and extra-long staples are 2 inches long. This small difference in length makes a big difference in the softness, durability, and strength of cotton products; the longer the staple, the higher the quality. Cheap clothing uses the less expensive short cotton staple making it susceptible to quickly pill, tear, and lose its shape. Cotton plants also require large amounts of water and pesticides in order to produce the abundance of cotton necessary to make enormous amounts of clothing. The negative environmental impact of fast fashion affects our water, air, and land.

This fast-paced industry employees workers, mostly women, who are often paid extremely low wages and work in degrading environments. Their poor working conditions may not equal the NYC Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire in 1911 where 146 workers died, but it’s sad to think that after 108 years, garment workers are still not valued.

Jerseys and other elasticized materials are the fabrics of choice for fast fashion because the garments easily stretch to fit more shapes and sizes. These “one-size-fits-most” styles often require fewer design pieces frequently consisting of only a front, back, and maybe a sleeve. Sewing two or three simple pieces together can be done quickly and cheaply. These stretchy, knitted fabrics don’t always require hemming to keep the edges from

unraveling—saving the designer time in construction, and money in thread.

This ultracasual style influences our society in ways not immediately obvious.

The term “enclothed cognition,” addresses the influence our clothing has on how we think, act, and are treated. It’s been observed that we actually take on the characteristics of our clothing, which affects our demeanor, mindset, and success. All too often, the lackadaisical, don’t-care attitude about clothing transfers into a don’t-care attitude about work ethics, dignity, and life.

“Slow fashion” is a new movement in which garments are designed and created for quality and longevity. The emphasis is quality over quantity. Slow fashion advocates a smaller carbon footprint, a clean environment, and fairness to both workers and consumers. Most slow fashion fabrics are natural fibers of cotton, linen, wool, cashmere, silk, and rayon.* To recognize quality clothing, look for finished seams and small, strong stitches that aren’t loose and don’t unravel, pucker, or pull apart. Clothing constructed with darts, tucks, and pleats indicate a design that doesn’t aim for the one-size-fits-all mass market. Metal zippers will last longer than plastic zippers. When extra thread and buttons are included with a garment, you know the designer expects the piece to last longer than two wearings.

Buttonholes should be neat with no loose threads. Buttons should be sewn on securely, slide into the buttonhole easily, and remain there without unintentionally slipping out. Pattens such as checks or stripes should line up at the seam. Attention to detail can be found in quality garments.

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Woven fabric is created with threads interlaced in lengthwise and crosswise directions. When garments are cut out correctly, they are cut “on-grain” meaning the straight line of the threads are lined up with the straight lines of the garment pieces.

When a garment pattern is placed on the fabric crooked, it will be cut “off-grain.” If you have ever owned a pair of pants where a pant leg kept twisting around your leg despite your repeatedly straightening it out, you bought a garment that was cut offgrain. In the push to mass produce, attentiveness is not always taken to cut out the clothing pieces correctly. Another short cut is that pant legs and sleeves are often cut just a bit too short.

When shopping for quality, look for clothing that hangs straight on your body with adequate lengths.

I’m a passionate supporter of home sewing. I believe we made a big mistake when home economics was removed from high school curriculums. Many adults now don’t know how to hem a pair of pants or sew on a button! Fortunately, these skills are making a comeback. Hobby stores and quilt shops are influencing a new generation by offering classes that teach basic sewing skills. With this skill set, you can choose quality fabrics and create your own slow fashion designs. Learning to

appreciate the process of cutting fabric, measuring carefully, pressing seams, and sewing straight stitches will not only give you quality clothing, you will have garments you can be proud of, all while expressing your unique style.

You may have noticed that your clothes don’t seem to last as long as they did just a few years ago. Now you know why.

I like fast fashion as much as I like fast food, which is not at all.

It’s easy to fall into the trap of buying clothes you don’t need because they are often so cheaply priced. Whether you buy your clothing, or you buy fabric to make your clothing, it just makes sense to buy high quality, keep your items longer, and in the long run buy less. Choosing well-made clothing is an investment in your appearance, bank account, and our planet. Why wear clothing designed to fall apart? Slow fashion is smart fashion. Ee *Rayon is manufactured from wood pulp and not considered to be a synthetic.

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Whoo. . . Are You? Art by: Jean Ann Taylor

How will you celebrate Father’s Day? For the past 36 years, my dad’s family has had a tradition of going to Sunset Beach, NC. There will be about 30 family members there.

What do you put on your pizza?

Pepperoni, sausage, banana peppers, and jalapeños. But the truth is, I never turn down any kind of pizza.

Where is the farthest place you have traveled?

In 2010 we went to London to see the Olympics. While there we visited Paris.

I am Dr. Zachary Holcombe.

I grew up in Greenville NC. I attended North Carolina State University for my undergraduate studies and then went to East Carolina where I earned my DMD. I met my wife at NC State. We have one little boy who will be two in July, and another little boy on the way. My favorite thing about being a dentist is that I get to use my hands and my head.

I also love working with people.

My practice is a close-knit group.

We treat our patients as family.

What was your first car?

A white, 95 Ford Explorer that had been passed down through the family.

When you were a young boy, what did you want to be when you grew up?

A paleontologist.

How do you spend lazy, summer days?

On the water whenever possible.

Do you say “fireflies” or “lightning bugs?”

Fireflies.

Who is your favorite band?

Need to Breathe.

Do you have pets?

We have a Chiweenie named Tuffy. Chiweenies are a dachshund and Chihuahua mix.

Zachary S. Holcombe, D.M.D. ParkSouth Office Complex 1944 Hendersonville Road, Suite B-2 Asheville NC 28803 828.684.3839

If you could have one exotic animal, what would it be?

A big tiger.

Do you believe in the Tooth Fairy?

Well, I know the Tooth Fairy still visits kids although the rate has gone up since I was a child. Most kids now get $1.00 for each tooth!

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3 Diseases That May Ultimately Lead to Tooth Loss

Using Color in Feng Shui

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ne of the easiest ways to get started with feng shui is to play with color. Color is very important in feng shui, but don’t worry, there is no need to use colors you do not enjoy. That is the beauty of feng shui. In order to be good feng shui, it has to feel good to you.

Red increases the energy in any room. Add red anywhere you want to liven things up or draw attention. Red in the bedroom can spice up your love life. Too much red, however, can create too much energy interfering with relaxation and sleep.

Purple – Feng Shui’s Favorite Color

Orange – The Social Color

Purple is the color of wealth and prosperity and is good to place in almost any area. It is used to enhance luck, prosperity, and bring opportunities into your life. Purple can also be used to bring love into your life, or to ramp up the romance if you are already in a relationship. Purple can help if you are seeking wisdom, personal growth, or peace.

Orange encourages communication and cooperation.

It helps with focus and motivation. Orange is a fire element color and livens up the space creating warm, playful energy. It encourages conversation, and can diffuse arguments. Orange can help if you are stuck creatively, increasing both creativity and concentration.

Red – Fame and Reputation

Yellow – Go Easy, but Don’t Fear It

Red is the color of the fame and reputation corner. Red is a powerful and useful color in feng shui. Use it to activate good luck charms and other items. Tie a red ribbon around your phone cord to attract more business or social opportunities. Use a red wallet or purse to attract money.

Yellow is a tricky color. It can be very beneficial when used in small doses, but too much yellow can cause anxiety and crankiness.

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Yellow is considered both a fire and an earth element color. It is the color of digestion in Chinese medicine. Yellow

is stimulating to both the digestive system and the mind. It promotes learning and mental clarity. It encourages self-esteem and improved health and well-being.

Green – New Beginnings and Wealth Green represents the wood element. It is the color of good health and vibrancy. Adding green to your fame and reputation area feeds the fire element and can bring you recognition. Green is also useful for renewal and new growth. If you are having trouble moving forward or making changes, green can get you moving in the right direction.

White can be used in the travel and helpful people area if you want to travel, or if you need the help and support of others.

Putting It To Use When using colors in feng shui, choose the colors and shades you love. Try to achieve balance, using a little bit of each color. Remember that intention is a powerful feng shui tool.

Choose and place your colors with a clear intention. When it is all said and done, it should feel good. Ee

Of course, green represents money and can help your money grow when used in the wealth and prosperity sector. If you are low on energy, adding green, especially healthy plants, can help boost your energy levels. Green is calming, relaxing, and refreshing so you don’t have to worry about over-energizing when using this color.

Blue – Generate Wealth Blue represents water, and in feng shui, water generates wealth. Blue enhances healing and meditation, and is the color of knowledge and wisdom, making it a good color to use in rooms where you or your children study.

Blue is also a calming and relaxing color that can help reduce anxiety and aggression. Overuse of blue may lead to depression. Blue can help lower your pulse and body temperature, and decrease your appetite.

Black – Money and Protection Black is another water element color.

Black attracts money and income. It is the color of protection, power, and mystery.

Black is very grounding.

Black is a good color to use in your career sector to draw wealth-generating career opportunities. If your front door is in the career or wealth sector of your home, try painting it black to start generating money.

White – Creativity and Children White represents metal in feng shui. It is the color of the creativity and children sector. White can help restore youthful energy. When used in the creativity and children corner, it can help you overcome writer’s block and infertility.

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Disease Prevention for Alzheimer’s and Dementia

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lzheimer’s and dementia prevention is a continuous learning process for medical researchers. While some prevention methods for these diseases show positive results, there still are many factors to consider. Below are some possible ways to help prevent these diseases as early as possible, before they occur. While they are two different conditions, dementia can sometimes be a symptom of Alzheimer’s. Improving memory and brain function can aid in prevention of both.

Exercise the Body Studies have shown that physical movement can strengthen memory and cognition. Activities such as playing basketball, swimming, hiking, yoga, and bike riding all are forms of vigorous exercise. Other options include taking fitness classes, going for walks or playing at the playground with children or grandchildren.

Doctors or caregivers may recommend another form of exercise, depending on a person’s current well-being.

Exercise the Mind Not all exercise is physical; the brain needs stimulation as well. Reading, writing, doing math problems, playing board games, card games, and word puzzles are several ways to keep the brain working. Consider going to school or taking an educational class on any point of interest. This could mean either hobbies, possible career ventures, or even both.

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Stay Social Any time spent interacting with others in a positive way can aid in the prevention of Alzheimer’s and dementia. In addition to continuing education classes, social events, group camping, and get-togethers with family and friends are all good ways to stay social.

Eat a Healthy, Balanced Diet

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Talk to your doctor and nutritionist about the types of foods you should be eating and stick to the plan. Maintaining a healthy diet is necessary to take care of your body and health in general. Omega-3 fatty acids, vegetables, and fruits are all especially good for this purpose.

Take Vitamins Regularly Taking the appropriate vitamins daily as directed can aid in disease prevention.

Alzheimer’s and dementia are no different in this regard. Folic acid, B6 and B12 help lower homocysteine levels and slow the progression of Alzheimer’s Disease. Ee

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Quotes For Father

By Susan M. Keenan ©2006

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athers are often viewed as the strongest part of any family. Certainly, in many cases, fathers are seen as the breadwinners and the protectors. Many quotes have been spoken of the strong, silent type known as father. A few of the most popular are included here.

“The most important thing a father can do for his children is to love their mother.”

-Henry Ward Beecher

“It is easier for a father to have children than for children to have a real father.”

-Pope John XXIII

“It is a wise father that knows his own child.”

-William Shakespeare

“Life was a lot simpler when what we honored was father and mother rather than all major credit cards.”

-Robert Orben

“A father is a banker provided by nature.”

“Americans are like a rich father who wishes he knew how to give his son the hardships that made him rich.”

-Robert Frost

“When I was a boy of fourteen, my father was so ignorant I could hardly stand to have the old man around. But when I got to be twenty-one, I was astonished at how much he had learned in seven years.”

-Mark Twain

“I cannot think of any need in childhood as strong as the need for a father’s protection.”

-Sigmund Freud

“Fathers should be neither seen nor heard. That is the only proper basis for family life.”

-Oscar Wilde

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-French proverb

“It is a wise child that knows his own father.”

-Homer

“A man knows when he is growing old because he begins to look like his father.”

-Gabriel Garcia Marquez “A father carries pictures where his money used to be.”

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-Charles Wadsworth “It doesn’t matter who my father was; it matters who I remember he was.”

-Anne Sexton “There must always be a struggle between a father and son, while one aims at power and the other at independence.”

-Samuel Johnson “When one has not had a good father, one must create one.”

-Friedrich Nietzsche “It is not flesh and blood but the heart which makes us fathers and sons.”

-Johann Schiller “It now costs more to amuse a child than it once did to educate his father.”

-Vaughan Monroe “Blessed indeed is the man who hears many gentle voices call him father!”

-Lydia M. Child “What you have inherited from your father, you must earn over again for yourselves, or it will not be yours.”

-Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

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-J. August Strindberg “By profession I am a soldier and take pride in that fact. But I am prouder- infinitely prouder- to be a father. A soldier destroys in order to build; the father only builds, never destroys.”

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“An Apple a Day” More Than a Silly Rhyme

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he statement, “an apple a day keeps the doctor away” is more than just an old wives’ tale.

Apples contain several things that contribute to good health and may actually help to stem obesity, heart disease, Alzheimer’s disease, and colorectal cancer.

Eating an apple 30 minutes before a meal is one of the best appetite suppressants available. Apples contain a soluble fiber known as pectin. Pectin becomes gelatinous when heated, and it is the substance instrumental in firming jelly and jam. When pectin is ingested, it creates a gooey coating within the digestive tract that fools the body into feeling full and decreases the production of the hunger hormone, ghrelin. This pectin coating also prevents the sudden release of sugars into the bloodstream.

Blood sugar spikes contribute to a cycle of fatigue and overeating that are related to obesity and the onset of type 2 diabetes.

Acetic acid is another chemical compound found in apples.

Research done in Japan suggests that ingesting acetic acid regularly triggers genes in the body to oxidize fatty acids more quickly. This suggests that people who ingest acetic acid while on a calorie-restricted diet will burn body fat more quickly. As the oxidation of fatty acids takes place in the liver, ingestion of acetic acid also affects blood lipid (cholesterol) levels in a beneficial way. The physical reaction to acetic acid is the basis of the “apple cider vinegar” diet. Acetic acid also tends to slow gastric emptying, thus blunting blood sugar spikes after a high carbohydrate meal.

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The antioxidant quercetin is found in abundance in fresh apples, and according to researchers at Cornell University, this chemical appears to help protect brain cells from neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease.

Quercetin is found primarily in the skin of the apple, so eating unpeeled fresh fruit is the best source of this chemical.

Finally, apples are a terrific source of the fiber, cellulose.

Cellulose is an indigestible fiber and its presence in the diet has been linked to reduced rates of colorectal cancer. Cellulose keeps a person regular, and regularity without drug usage not only increases a person’s feeling of well-being in general, it also minimizes gastrointestinal disorders such as diverticulosis and irritable bowel disease. There is also an inverse relationship between fiber intake in general and the growth of polyps in the digestive tract.

According to the 2011 International Food Information Council, only 3% of adults follow a diet that meets their daily fiber needs. Adding an apple a day is a safe, delicious way to reverse this trend, improve health and if purchased directly from an orchard or farmer’s market, support local business. Ee

Why a

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eople like to laugh. It’s a general rule of mankind. People will often seek out funny things and funnier people.

Humor is good for you. Not only is it good to laugh, it’s good to make people laugh. It’s no coincidence that people often say they like funny people as friends or as significant others.

and you don’t want that. Sometimes you may run into a person who simply doesn’t care for joking; they’re rare, but these people do exist. It may be best to cut your losses and move on to someone who can appreciate your efforts.

Everyone has it in them to make others laugh. You just have Being able to make people laugh is often seen as a sign to find the way that works for you. Ee of intelligence. It implies that not only do you understand people well enough to know what they will like, but you also have the means and know-how to present it to them. People are drawn to intelligent people but are often intimidated by them. Humor breaks the ice while letting a shimmer of your intelligence shine through. It can make The Lodge at Mills River a great first impression when it A leader in Short term Rehabilitation takes works correctly. pride in excellence. We promise to serve

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Laughter is therapeutic. People need a break from the stress of their everyday lives. They are often so wrapped up in the mundane nature of things, a good joke can throw them for a loop in a delightful way.

It can feel like finding a way to get your head above water, even if only for a much-needed breath.

Having a sense of humor shows people your lighter side. It’s good to let people know that you’re a person just like them.

No matter what position you hold, people will almost always respect you more when they recognize your humanity. Be careful though; too much humor may cause people to think you don’t take anything seriously. Balance is key to success.

You should try not to laugh at the expense of others; people may find it funny at that moment, but they will also remember the capacity you have for cruelty,

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Events happening this month in the WNC area to enjoy!

Angel Pets Expo

Farm Tour

Saturday, June 8, 2019

Saturday, June 22 to Sunday, June 23, 2019

Angel Pets Vendor Expo: Open to the public, June 8th, 2019 10 AM-6 PM at Renaissance Hotel (Salon B/C). 45+ vendors specializing in services and products for Senior pet care needs, End-of-life, caregiver support, grief healing and other pet supportive topics. Select featured vendor presentations throughout the day. $5 at door or in advanced through Eventbrite.

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Visit 20 farms in the Asheville area that are not normally open to the public and see what happens behind the scenes. Presented by the Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project (ASAP), farms are located in many counties. Connect with our region’s farmers and get a behind-the-scenes look at local food. 12-5 PM. Passes $30/car in advance, $40/car day of. For more info visit:

VeganFest

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Sunday, June 9, 2019

Saturday, June 1 to Sunday, June 2, 2019

Asheville is one of the top USA cities for vegan living. It’s the fifth annual Asheville VeganFest.

Outdoor festival features vegan food, beer, lifestyle vendors and educational speakers in Pack Square Park 11 AM-6 PM. Free admission.

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On the first weekend in June, Go to the Western North Carolina Air Museum in Hendersonville for their big annual open house, airplane rides, children’s Ornithopter rides and antique cars and motorcycles.10 AM-5 PM each day. Free parking and admission.

Cherokee Voices Festival Saturday, June 8, 2019

Experience the 11,000-year old Cherokee culture through dance, music, storytelling, arts and crafts. Held at the Museum of the Cherokee Indian, 10 AM-5 PM, with a blowgun contest at 11 AM. Traditional food available for purchase. Free admission. For more info: cherokeemuseum.org

National Get Outdoors Day Saturday, June 8, 2019 The Cradle of Forestry celebrates with free admission and plenty of outdoor activities in Pisgah National Forest near Sliding Rock, including hikes, demos, historic buildings, and kid’s educational fun. Explore the beautiful grounds, of the first forestry school in America 10 AM-4 PM. For more info: cradleofforestry.com

Asheville Art in the Park Repeats every week 3 times.

Saturday, June 15, 2019, June 22 & June 29 See and buy fine arts and crafts from dozens of local artists at Pack Square Park in downtown. Visit with talented artists that exhibit their creations – including glass, ceramics, woodworking, metalsmithing and the fabric arts. From pottery to jewelry to sculpture and two-dimensional art, the market promises a bouquet of contemporary and traditional mountain art and crafts. Plus, dozens of art galleries are a short walk away. 10 AM-5 PM. For more info: ashevilleartinthepark.com

Brevard Music Center Festival Friday, June 21 to Sunday, August 4, 2019 One of the country’s premier summer music festival with 80+ performances by 500 students from around the world - joined by faculty and visiting artists for symphony, opera, pops, chamber, cabaret, Americana, and jazz.

Artist Director is Keith Lockhart (Boston Pops).

The Center’s 500 gifted young musicians perform alongside an artist faculty from world-renowned orchestras and universities plus some wellknown headliners.

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Hola Asheville Saturday, June 22, 2019 Experience the sights, sounds, music, pageantry, colorful costumes, food, art and extraordinary talent of Latin America. Pack Square Park, Downtown Asheville. Come hungry for a big variety of food, including Mexican, Peruvian and Venezuelan-inspired favorites. 12-8 PM. Free admission.

Slow Flow Yoga Thursday, June 27, 2019 “Slow Flow Yoga,” yoga class adapted for all ages and abilities. 2:30-3:30 PM Senior Opportunity Center, 36 Grove St., Asheville. Free.

Brevard’s 4th Friday Gallery Walk Friday, June 28, 2019 5-8 PM. Walk with open galleries, art stores, restaurants, live music and refreshments. Held in Downtown Brevard. Free.

The Grey Eagle 25th Anniversary Celebration at Lake Eden Saturday, June 29, 2019 Join us as we celebrate The Grey Eagle’s 25th anniversary at Lake Eden in Black Mountain, NC with a full day of music, food, and fun.

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