Showcase Magazine September 2012 by Andrew Brooks Media Group

HEALTH TALK EDITION

presented by Danville Regional Medical Center

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Children’s Health: our stressed-out kids health & wellness: the pediatrician’s office isn’t just for sick children

vaccinations & immunizations: help safeguard your child and your community’s health with vaccinations

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smiling from start to finish: the paynes the big day: the delivery the big day: after delivery defeating breast cancer: early detection is the best protection

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defeating breast cancer: there is hope fredia martin: her spirit carries her

women & children

FOCUS ON HEALTH begins on page 19

Contents

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feature S

teach a man the benefits of locally-raised fish And He’ll Eat Healthier for a Lifetime

changing lives one donation at a time

sections

The Art of Cleaning Together By Larry Oldham & Dena Hill

11 The teaching tree

Your Developing Child

By Caroline Jennings-Arthur

The Money Club

GREEN THUMBS UP

Goodwill Industries of South Central Virginia

HE SAID SHE SAID

Also Inside

Free Publicity Mystery Revealed By Todd Boaze

Gardening: A Win-Win Situation By Kathy Cropp

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From the publisher

Area Events Guide

chef paul

Fresh Peach and Shrimp Kabobs

Paws for a Cause By Paulette Dean

Fun and Games

Crossword, Word Seach & Sudoku

A Better you

Let’s Get Real About Healthy Living!

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By Dave Gluhareff

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MYSTIFIED

What Was I Doing Again? by Misty Brooks

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FRO M THE P U B LIS HE R

– M A G A Z I N E –

This issue is about the health and wellness of women and children. While pulling the information together

SEPTEMBER 2012

over the last couple of months, I learned more about

STAFF

the female body than I imagined was possible to

Publisher Andrew Scott Brooks, scott@showcasemagazine.com

know. I learned how a woman’s body changes during pregnancy and how to do a self-breast exam.

Editor Paul Seiple, paul@showcasemagazine.com

But, more than anything, I learned that women are the chief health care decision makers for the family.

Creative Designer Katherine Miraldi, katherine@showcasemagazine.com

Women often spend much of their time taking care of their children, partners, and parents, and sometimes put everyone else’s needs above their own. But when tragedy strikes and a woman finds herself facing a health issue, she rises to the challenge like

Danville Regional’s New Freestanding Emergency Department opening in 2014

a true champion. I was so inspired by the story of

Their loyalty to the community has been eye

Fredia Martin that it brought tears to my eyes as

opening. Through their partnership with Duke

I wrote the article about her that you’ll find in the

Medicine, Danville Regional has helped give our

Health Talk Section. Her story of fighting breast cancer

community access to world-class health care.

while taking care of her kids and working full-time is

And they are opening neighborhood urgent

inspirational and indicative of how millions of other

care centers throughout our community, making

women have approached their own challenges. We

access to health care even more convenient.

too often label athletes and entertainers as heroes when the true heroes live right down the road from

My wife and children are frequently utilizing

us. You can find them walking the halls of Danville

Danville Regional’s network of healthcare

Regional Medical Center in both the staff and

centers. The doctors at Children’s Healthcare

patients.

Center saved my stepson from a potentially life threatening condition when they discovered

I’ve also been inspired by the leadership at Danville

his extremely low platelet count. A few months

Regional who have been on a step-by-step

ago, my mother, who is a cancer defeater, who

program of upgrading every aspect of the health

also happens to be the accounting manager

care services they provide. Life moves at a rapid

at Showcase, had spinal surgery at Danville

pace and sometimes things happen that require

Regional. My mother-in-law, who also happens

an emergency response. And many of us judge the

to be a nurse taking care of the newborns at

entire hospital by the Emergency Department only. In

Danville Regional, had heart surgery at the

addition to a new ED physician management group

hospital about a year ago. I’m happy to say that

and new ED medical director at the hospital-based

all three of them are healthy today because of

Emergency Department, Danville Regional is investing

the team at Danville Regional Medical Center.

six million dollars to set up an additional Emergency Department on Executive Drive in the offices that

To everyone at Danville Regional Medical Center,

currently house the Danville Orthopedic Clinic.

thank you for all that you do.

This bold move really shows that Danville Regional is

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investing in this community.

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cooking

Fresh Peach & Shrimp Kabobs ingredients 4 FRESH PEACHES (WASHED AND QUARTERED) 8 MEDIUM SHRIMP (PEELED AND DEVAINED) 8 PIECES OF FRESH PINEAPPLE (CUT 2â&#x20AC;? PIECES) 8 PIECES OF GREEN PEPPER 8 PIECES OF RED PEPPER 8 SMALL WEDGES OF SWEET ONION

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directions Place all ingredients on skewers, alternating with each piece. Brush basting sauce on both isdes of kabobs. Place on medium-high grill and cook (turning every 2-3 min.) basting each time. When shrimp turn pink, remove from grill and serve. NOTE: When using wooden skewers, soak in water for 2-3 hours and place in freezer the night before to prevent burning.

She Said...

All of the things that WE accomplished

You would probably do the same thing I

this summer should make US proud. I

did without you. I have never met such a

really think that everything that WE did

self- centered person who does nothing

will enrich OUR lives and make US better

and expects all the praise. I say this in the

people. The house certainly will be in

kindest of words and with the deepest feeling

better shape after all the work that WE

in my heart, “ WHERE DID YOU LIVE THIS

did on it. I was just trying to sort out all

SUMMER?”

the things that WE did and I was making this list and thought maybe you could think

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of something that I left out that WE did.

Yes, all of those things that you mentioned did

get done, but what does the word WE and US mean in your vocabulary? I mean really, WE didn’t do anything this summer

WE got a new ceiling in the kitchen since you didn’t like those

but eat together. All of the aforementioned work was done by

beams. WE painted the foyer and hallway with that fancy

one of us and it wasn’t you. I paid carpenters to do the work

striped pattern that WE like. The living room and dining room

in the kitchen that I couldn’t do. All of the plans, gathering

hardwood floors are waxed and spit polished. WE put a new

of materials, hauling in the fixtures, doing all the work from

microwave in the kitchen and had a special cabinet built into

sunrise to sunset on a daily basis, plus all the cleaning was done

the wall that looks really nice. WE put in new kitchen counters

by me. Let me see if I can recant exactly what you did do. I

that are more up to date and WE painted all of the cabinets

remember one day you opened the door and let the dog go

and walls in the kitchen with brand new colors. WE made new

out to do her thing and then forgot to close the door back

window treatments for the dog’s room that brighten it up

letting in eight- hundred flies that I had to track down and kill.

tremendously. WE put up that new bowed out thingy whatcha-

You had meeting after meeting even on Saturdays and Sundays

ma- call- it that you hang the shower curtain on. (I don’t

that didn’t allow you to help me.You couldn’t help move the

know why because the tub certainly didn’t get any bigger).

furniture when I waxed the floor because you had a strange

WE re-grouted the tile in the shower. WE bought new lamps

pain in your back that mysteriously went away after I finished

for the living room so I can finally see what I’m reading. WE

the job. It took two days to pressure wash and all you asked me

put up several new bird feeders so those cute little birds that

was “who helped you get the pressure washer out of the car?”

fly backwards can drink that sweet stuff. WE sanded the front

You didn’t even notice that the sidewalk was black with dirt

porch columns and gave them a new coat of paint. WE even

beforehand. And I did all of this while preparing your breakfast

pressure washed the sidewalk, drive way, and house so it’s nice

or having dinner on the table when you arrived home from

and clean. I would say that all in all WE had a pretty successful

work.Yes, I would say, all in all, the house looks and feels like a

summer getting the house back into shape and I just wanted

cleaner home thanks to all of the work that went into it. It’s a

to say thank you for all the help that you gave to me to get

shame that you couldn’t have been a part of it.

these summer jobs finished before you went back to school. I really don’t know what I would have done without you.

Be sure to read She Said He Said in Evince.

he said...she said...

The Art of Cleaning Together

by Larry Oldham & Dena Hill

he Said...

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Intellectual Development • Children at this age learn by exploring with their hands and mouth. They bang, throw, drop, shake, and put items in their mouths. • Hiding things will get more difficult when your child starts to look for hidden objects. By 24 months, he can find things hidden under two or three other items. • Learning how to use everyday objects is an important development at this age. Kids learn how to use a spoon. They learn to drink from a cup. They learn to comb their hair. • By age 2, a child typically will have a vocabulary of 50 words. As he learns to speak, he’ll use two- and three-word sentences, like “More juice,” “Me want cookie,” and “Up, up.”

Social and Emotional • Copies others, especially adults and older children • Gets excited when with other children • Shows more and more independence • Shows defiant behavior (doing what he has been told not to) • Plays mainly beside other children, but is beginning to include other children, such as in chase games This is a good time to model appropriate behavior such as putting toys back in the toy chest when finished with them or showing him how to wipe his mouth when eating. Imitation is a great teacher.

Language/Communication • Points to things or pictures when they are named • Knows names of familiar people and body parts • Says sentences with 2 to 4 words • Follows simple instructions • Repeats words overheard in conversation • Points to things in a book Hopefully you’ve been reading to your baby before now so when you pick up a familiar book, he will anticipate pictures of familiar objects and point to them when asked. He can name people close to him and repeat words he overhears. He is beginning to communicate by putting two word sentences together, so be on the lookout for demands such as “go out” when he walks toward the door.

Cognitive (learning, thinking, problem-solving) • Finds things even when hidden under two or three covers • Begins to sort shapes and colors • Completes sentences and rhymes in familiar books • Plays simple make-believe games • Builds towers of 4 or more blocks • Might use one hand more than the other • Follows two-step instructions such as “Pick up your shoes and put them in the closet.”

• Names items in a picture book such as a cat, bird, or dog Memorization is fun at this age. Start with short nursery rhymes or Christmas songs and say/sing them over and over. Trips in the car are an ideal time since you have a captive audience and it delays inevitable restlessness from being constrained in the car seat.

Movement/Physical Development • Stands on tiptoe • Kicks a ball • Begins to run • Climbs onto and down from furniture without help • Walks up and down stairs holding on • Throws ball overhand • Makes or copies straight lines and circles What a sight to see your toddler begin to run while wearing thick diapers...maybe I should say waddle quickly, but he thinks he’s running.You may breathe a little easier if you have stairs in your home because he can walk up and down while holding on to the railing. A quick way to get down is to teach him to slide down on his tummy feet first.You’ve probably already noticed that he can throw a ball over hand if you’ve witnessed toys flying across the room. Your baby’s first two years are filled with wonderful surprises -- for him and for you. Try not to worry about whether he’s smiling, crawling, or walking “on time,” and offer him gentle encouragement. And most of all- enjoy the ride! SM

the teaching tree

frequently because he is so busy testing his new limits. Terrible twos should be renamed the terrific twos since his world is so full of wonderment. Babies develop milestones differently, but a few of the stages that most babies reach during their second year are:

Your Developing Child

Wow! You have a beautiful, bouncy, babbling, baby boy who is now two-years-old. Can you believe all of the things that he has learned and that you have taught him since you brought him home from the hospital? If he is still nursing, it’s a lot less

by Caroline Jennings-Arthur caroline@ showcasemagazine.com

Note: ParentFurther was used as a source of reference for this months’ column.

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Free Publicity Mystery Revealed

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Business owners around the globe continually search for ways to obtain more publicity with smaller than normal budgets. It has been a mystery to some, but to others letting thousands, even millions of people know about your service, your store, or your new products without spending a dime is fascinating. Any business can set common sales goals for more sales through special offers; however, some go above and beyond to attract attention. Sending up hot air balloons with your logo, Website, or phone number exceeds the highest level on the risk meter. Ingenious thought must go into monetizing through free publicity. A successful business owner must ask, â&#x20AC;&#x153;What product or business am I involved with that needs more clients or customers?â&#x20AC;? For example, you own a store in Danville or Pittsylvania County, or you are helping a local talent to become famous one day. Or, perhaps you have a new invention that requires sophisticated marketing, or you have recently released a new line of designer clothes that you want to increase sales on. How are you presently getting to customers? You may be advertising in newspapers and magazines or trade journals. Or, you may be relying on a distribution agreement to retail the products your plant manufactures. Perhaps you are an author that depends on a publishing house to promote your book. Or, you could be a young, talented comic trying to get some more acts to further your stage career. Regardless of your business or enterprise, free publicity is available to you. In addition, any particular background or training is not required. The secret is to believe in yourself and your product or service with perseverance to continue when one idea does not work. Free publicity is available at all times.

by Todd Boaze todd@showcasemagazine.com

Money management tips, small business strategies and a variety of other financial concepts. Facts and information contained is not intended to provide specific legal, financial or tax advice, or any other advice for any individual or company and should not be relied upon in that regard.

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To put this into a different perspective, publicity is nothing but making something known to the public by spreading information around to local or national markets. It is information with a news value to attract public attention or support. Everybody utilizes publicity whenever the time is right. Politicians, manufacturers, celebrities even car makers use publicity to further their causes and gain attention. Systematically speaking, publicity is not limited to large organizations. Small committees and enterprises use local media outlets to publicize events. Publicity differs from advertising due to its free nature. Although some groups or individuals do trade services for free mention in publications, general publicity is newsworthy to any publication that produces media channels with a broad audience. Publicity is also a form of promotion, although promoting a product or service may require alternate efforts that will cost money.

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Before any business can gain publicity, it is wise to become familiar with the product or service that you want to promote. If the business belongs to you then you are the best one to describe the benefits and features. If you want to publicize something else, talk to everyone involved to get all facts and details. Consider the radius of your market. If you have a local business, such as a small store or service shop, most of your customers will be located within a five-mile radius. If you are located in a large city, you may have a larger radius, but at the same time, competition will be present.Your business might be regional or statewide and your clients are located hundreds of miles away. They stay in contact by phone, Internet, or stop by in person to purchase your products or services. If you are a large manufacturer, you might have a worldwide audience where your customers are required to travel. One of the most priceless assets any business can have is market research data. Setting up a profile of your customers is a longterm marketing and strategy management process. Who are they and what do they do? If you have a service, how often is this service used? If you have a product, is it something that is bought again, and again, or is it a lifetime purchase? How much do your customers pay for your products and are you competitive with the other manufacturers of the same products? If you have an unusual product, are you reaching your total audience? What do the customers want? Sometimes, the least expensive price is not the most important element. With todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s packaging, many customers expect and will pay for things elaborately packaged. Where do these people go to buy your products? Are they sold at retail outlets or through trade publications or magazines? Or, are they special items available from online Websites or from certain regions of the nation or the World? Additionally, why do your customers buy this particular service or product, or use the particular business you have? For example, an architectural design company produces blueprints for contractors to construct buildings for homeowners, industrial and commercial facilities.Your product may be aimed at a less precise group of people whereby that is somewhat hard to define.You can also discover what consumers want from surveys.You can get copies of surveys from special companies that conduct marketing surveys, or you can do your own. The best methods to conduct a survey are at trade shows, at your checkout counter, your own email list, or offline mailing list. You might run a drawing and ask people to fill in information. You can have cards printed with boxes to check easily so people will spend the time to answer your questions. For example, manufacturers use surveys with warranties. Appliance makers often include a few questions along with the warranty that the consumer sends back. Most major manufacturers have their own teams of product testing. Toy makers bring in children and watch their reactions. Book publishers have people look at covers and decide which one they recommend buying. Even the car manufacturers run surveys and opinion testing on style and pricing. Before seeking publicity, know your product first. Be familiar with the people who purchase from you, and have a full understanding of the general competition with a full scope of your market. SM

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Gardening: A Win-Win Situation

green thumbs up

by Kathy Cropp

Ask the Gardeners! Email your gardening questions to g4generations@ gmail.com

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We keep reading about all of the fitness initiatives in the region, so this month we will carry on that theme and share with you some of the many healthy benefits of gardening. Gardening has always been a popular hobby in America because of the countless benefits it provides – it is good for our nutrition, mental and physical health, and our earth, just to name a few. The benefits of gardening have also seen their share of globalization. Many Asian countries are realizing the importance of green space in more urban environments as it pertains to the mental health of their people. For example, South Korea recently sent a delegation to the International Master Gardener College in West Virginia to explore how a Master Gardener Program could help to educate its citizens about the benefits of gardening. Even our own American studies have shown that people’s overall health - mental and physical - is better when they are interacting with nature through gardening.

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Being in the sunshine also benefits us with the amount of Vitamin D that we absorb naturally and presents the opportunity to inhale clean, fresh air, not conditioned air. One important benefit to gardening many of us have forgotten is the value it provides in the form of exercise. I recently saw a 15 minute video on the Horticulture magazine website (www.hortmag.com) where a woman demonstrates ways to get the most exercise out of all the movements that you make in gardening with bending, stretching, and lifting.You can burn a lot of calories by carrying a watering can due to the weight of the water, or by carrying a can of garden debris from one place to another. Even weeding has its benefits. We have a lot of excuses, but the garden industry has given us tools that don’t hurt our hands or that can keep us off our knees. There are stools so we can sit and work or even ones that help us get up once we are down on the ground. They have even gone so far as to give us lighter weight bags for soil, mulch, and fertilizer. However, our biggest challenge in all of this is to condition ourselves to being outside without air conditioning, television, or even our cell phones. It is being willing to cover up, spray, or find other ways to deal with the mosquitoes of summer. It’s about hearing the birds, the wind in the trees, getting our hands dirty in the soil, or even sweating a little bit.

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While gardening is a good way to get exercise it also provides an added benefit if we grow our own food. People have grown their own food all over the world for centuries, but we have moved away from that and instead have gone with the concept of growers who provide a lot of what we eat. We have also moved to more processed food, which has impacted our weight and overall health. Because we are eating less homegrown food, there have been more scares where food we have ingested has been found to be tainted in some way and made people sick. But, there is now a big movement to bring us back where we used to be in growing our own fruits and vegetables. In America, the horticulture industry as a whole is doing everything it can to educate us and make it as simple as possible for us to grow our own food. The industry has created vertical gardening, container gardening, raised beds, and window gardening to entice us to grow something whether we live in an apartment, on a city lot, or in the country. Breeders and growers are also hybridizing plants that are more pest and disease resistant in order to give us the greatest amount of success possible. The only thing they can’t control is our weather, or our willingness to stick with it, and I promise they would do that if they could! I hope this article entices you to into your garden for some fresh air and exercise. And if you’re like my neighbor who loves hot weather, whistle (or sing) while you work. When I hear his song while he’s mowing or gardening, it reminds me there are a lot of positive things about being out in the garden. I can guarantee you gardening will lift your spirits, and give you a sense of accomplishment when you see something flower or eat something you grew yourself. SM Here’s to exercise, fresh air, and the sounds of nature.

Gardeners Four Generations Emily, Darcy, Erick, and Kathy Visit Kathy’s garden school, Garden How To University at www.hortmag.com/ghtu

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Fall 2012

FOCUS ON Women & Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s HEALTH

The HealthTalk Edition written and produced by Andrew Scott Brooks All content reviewed by Dr. Saria Saccocio, Chief Medical Officer, Kelly Fitzgerald, Director of Marketing and Leslie Smith, Director of Community Relations for Danville Regional Medical Center www.showcasemagazine.com

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HEALTH TALK EDITION Children’s Health Fall 2012

Our Stressed-Out Kids We’ve all felt the effects of stress at one time or another. Often, we associate stress with the responsibilities of adulthood. Unfortunately, a stress-free childhood is a thing of the past, perhaps even a thing of fantasy. Our children experience an ever-increasing amount of stress and it’s one of our jobs as parents to teach them early how to handle it. An added bonus of learning to deal with your children’s stress levels is that it will help you manage your own stress levels.

What is stress? Stress has come to be an umbrella that covers a multitude of the worries and pressures of life. Stress is our body’s reaction to the demands we allow to be placed on us and our ability to handle those demands. Stress gets identified as everything from issues at work, school, and home, to feelings of anxiety over the outcome of our favorite sports. It’s also common to associate stress with the feelings we have from anything that doesn’t go exactly as planned. Stress affects our mood, our job performance, our parenting, and very importantly, our health. Some types of stress are good and some are bad. Learning the difference is part of growing and maturing.

Are our children at risk? According to pediatrician, Dr. Kyla Berreth, “The simple answer is yes, our children are at risk. But, some stress is normal and can have a positive impact on our lives. It can be motivational and helps us learn to make the gut decisions.” Differentiating good stress from bad stress isn’t always easy. So, taking the steps to minimize the most obvious unnecessary sources of stress is a good first step. Young children under the age of six haven’t developed enough to understand their stress and adults have a different type of response to stress than children. Bridging that gap so that our responses are proportional in the child’s eyes is very important. Stress in children can lead, in the short term, to the most obvious reactions such as crying, headaches, stomach pains, toileting accidents, and sleep issues. It can manifest itself with fine motor responses such as hair twirling, fingernail biting, and excessive chewing, as well as sucking, licking, and biting of others. These types of responses are often directly related to immediate and direct sources of stress. Dr. Berreth is even more concerned about reoccurring stress. “Prolonged and more hidden sources of stress can lead to behaviors such as depression and shyness which can lead to the child freezing up in social situations. Stressed children may worry excessively about things that have already happened while also dreading things to come. These children may become obsessed with routines or ritualistic behaviors, food, and objects.” Many experts find a correlation in the increase in childhood stress to the increase in childhood obesity. The effects of less than ideal eating habits are

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multiplied by the stress in a child’s life and can lead to excessive weight gain or malnutrition, similar to an adult’s response to stress. The results can have lifelong negative effects on their health. The eating habits developed as a child can potentially extend into adulthood.

What are the sources of stress? In children, pressure comes from every direction. Some of the sources of stress are needed. Being forced to clean his or her room may make a child feel stressed by the sheer number of toys and clothes in the floor. But, it is a positive and necessary stress that helps teach them responsibility. In contrast, arguing parents causes stress in children whether the child feels directly responsible for the argument or just worries that their parents will “break up”. This is a negative and unnecessary stress that tends to make children withdraw. Common sources of stress are pretty obvious if you take a few minutes to look for them. In preschoolers, separation from parents can cause stress. For school-age children, academic pressures can cause stress. The schedules we set for our children with extracurricular activities can become overwhelming to both the child and the parent. Many children don’t have time to play creatively or simply relax. The social environment at school where children feel pressure to fit in can be a source of good stress or bad stress depending on the individual child’s personality. Dr. Berreth says, “Many times, this type of stress can lead to bullying. A lot of attention has been placed on the effects of being bullied. It is a wholly unnecessary and painful source of stress for a child, and one that should be eliminated. But, it’s also important to realize that the bully is usually also a child and the act of bullying is often a manifestation of the stresses of that child’s life.” Parents’ conversations about such things as bills, work

HEALTH TALK EDITION Children’s Health Fall 2012 troubles, illnesses in the family, and relationship issues are heard by children as though spoken through a bullhorn. Simple things like being friends with your children on Facebook, where they have access to your adult rants and raves, exposes them to potential stress, so it’s vital to lead by example on how you use Facebook. It is very important to monitor your children’s online activities. (One good (and free) solution for limiting what your children can access on the Internet is K9 Web Protection. Find out more at K9WebProtection.com) The news is a potential source of stress for kids. Disturbing images of war, terrorism, natural disasters, crime, and the state of the economy become more and more stressful as a child matures into a member of “the world”. Even forms of entertainment can be sources of stress.Violent video games, harsh movies and television shows, and the lyrics of some music, each can inject a certain amount of unneeded stress into a child’s life. Watch your child playing a questionable video game. If the child’s reaction seems filled with stress and anxiety, it’s probably not a good idea for them to be playing it.

What are some ways to reduce stress? Dr. Berreth says, “Managing stress is like a waitress walking through a crowded restaurant with a tray of sixteen beverages. It looks extremely difficult, but once you get the hang of it isn’t actually that hard.”

How to Identify Results One of the great things about children is their ability to adapt quickly. If you gradually implement lifestyle changes that will help minimize stress, the children will likely not even notice the difference. But, you will. Your children will be happier and healthier. Their grades may improve and their attitude will definitely improve. You will get less pushback and more cooperation. And one of the best side effects, you will have less stress in your own life. Perhaps you’ll even implement some of the

Start with proper nutrition and good eating habits. Is fast food really that cost effective when factoring in the true costs in terms of health? Simple things like having designated eating times and replacing snacks with fruit will make a big difference. Get rid of the sugary drinks and instead serve water or milk. If there is only healthy food in the house, then by default, the children will only eat healthy foods. Rest. Sleep is a tremendously important part of our lives. Teaching our children to respect sleep is vital. Toddlers to school-age children should get at least 10-14 hours dependent upon their age.

Age Group Recommended Amount of Sleep

Dr. Kyla Berreth

Infants Toddlers School-age Children Adults

14 to 15 hours 12 to 14 hours 10 to 11 hours 7 to 9 hours

point, if there’s only healthy food in the house, you’ll only eat healthy foods, too (at least when you’re home). Children are more likely to develop good habits if you lead by example.

Where to Turn? Parents likely already have all the tools and skills needed to reduce and manage their children’s stress. But, when

Source: MayoClinic.com

Talk to your kids directly and individually. When your day has been stressful, playing with your younger kids or talking to your older kids should be a mutually beneficially de-stressing moment. If it isn’t, there may be reason to look deeper into why it isn’t. Eating dinner together as a family is a great way to de-stress. Something as simple as everyone sharing the best parts of their day helps to focus on the positives. Anticipate potentially stressful situations and diffuse them in advance. For example, if you are stressed about your child’s first day at school, the child will also be stressed about it. If you are excited and can’t wait for it, well, your child will likely feel the same way. Be reassuring and don’t over-talk it.

things get overwhelming, it’s smart to seek professional guidance from a team that understands that every question is important. Children’s Healthcare Center offers a full range of healthcare services for children including routine wellness checkups and

Participate in aerobic activities with your children.

sick care. Their staff of four pediatricians

Evaluate the number of activities in which your children participate. Some children are so busy with activities, most of which require racing all over town to meet schedules, that this can actually increase stress by reducing their downtime. Additionally, it adds to parents’ stress levels. Figure up all the time spent driving and waiting and imagine that time being spent with the child one-on-one in a parent-child activity.

and two nurse practitioners will answer any questions about the health of your children. If questions come up in the middle of the night, you can take advantage of their twenty-four hour

Provide supportive environments that encourage creativity.

nurse hotline at 434.799.2111. Their office

Teach your children how to name and identify their emotions. Give them techniques to handle each emotion as it comes up. It’s easy to teach a child to scream if a stranger approaches. It takes more work to show the child how to ask for help if they’re being teased at school. Be positive. This is the most important tool.

general concepts for yourself. Case in

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Health and Wellness

The Pediatrician’s Office Isn’t Just for Sick Children Parenting isn’t easy. Sometimes, it can turn into one appointment after another and moms and dads can start to see themselves as more of event coordinators and taxi drivers than parents. There is no doubt that weekly dance classes and sports practices and after school activities can become overwhelming. But, parents find a way to make sure their kids make it to every event on time and prepared. The annual check-up, though, can sneak up on you. According to Dr. Nada Owusu, “Most parents are good about bringing their children for their checkups…when they are babies. But, once they start kindergarten, and there are fewer reasons to come for things like immunizations, parents often only take their kids to the doctor when they are sick.” Just like periodic dental checkups help ensure your child’s smile is perfect, an annual physical checkup can help make sure your child is growing normally. “These checkups give us an opportunity to make sure everything is good,” Dr. Owusu says. “Sometimes a child may look well, but when we check their blood, we realize they are anemic. We may notice they aren’t seeing or hearing as well as they should be.” Children are literally changing every day and it’s vital to make sure that potential problems are caught early, when solutions are simpler. Dr. Owusu is proud of the times a routine wellness checkup has saved a life. “I’ve had patients come in for routine check-ups and have significant heart conditions. I’ve scheduled them for heart surgery the next month.” It’s hard for a parent to know what to listen for to detect a heart murmur or what to feel for to detect a swollen lymph node. But parents nowadays are experts at scheduling their children’s activities, so getting a child to an annual checkup can be as simple as plugging a date into your cell phone or coordinating a ride. With regular checkups, the doctor establishes a health baseline that makes an abnormality easier to catch. By checking your insurance benefits, you may find that a wellness visit is completely covered or has a small co-pay. “There is a lot of education involved. We do check out the child, but we also inform the parents to help them take care of their child.” At Children’s Healthcare Center in Danville, the doctors are committed to being a true community resource and becoming a part of the family. “Everybody loves their children,” Dr. Owusu says, “and when your child is sick, no matter who you are, you act like everyone else and get worried. So when you call the doctor you need someone to soothe your anxiety.You need a place where you know your child will be taken care of. Children need someone who knows them so that they feel safe and are comfortable expressing their feelings.” Dr. Nada B. Owusu is one of the pediatricians at Children’s Healthcare Center at 201 South Main St, Suite 2100 in Danville. Call 434.799.2111 to chedule your child’s check-up.

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Dr. Nada Owusu

Sports Physicals are just like physicals. The child gets examined from head to toe

to ensure they are fit to participate in the sport. Although it’s a great opportunity to make sure a child is healthy, it isn’t

a substitute for a regular annual checkup.

HEALTH TALK EDITION Children’s Health Fall 2012

Vaccinations & Immunizations Help Safeguard Your Child and Your Community’s Health with Vaccinations

There’s a lot of debate about the risks and benefits of vaccination, but despite the noise, one thing remains clear: vaccines help prevent infectious diseases and save lives. Among others, they’re recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the American Academy of Pediatrics and many are required by schools and the law. “For parents, ensuring your child receives the appropriate vaccinations should be a priority,” says Dr. Nada Owusu at Children’s Healthcare Center. “Vaccines not only help safeguard your child’s health, but also the health of the community in which you live.” “Vaccines create immunity to certain diseases by using small amounts of a killed or weakened microorganism that causes the particular disease,” says Dr. Owusu. “Microorganisms can be viruses, like the measles virus, or they can be bacteria, like pneumococcus.Vaccines stimulate the immune system to react as if there was a real infection. The immune system fights off the ‘infection’ and remembers the organism so that it can fight it quickly should it ever enter the body again.”

There are two types of Pneumococcal vaccine. The minimum age for the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PVC) is six weeks; this type is recommended for all children under the age of five.

The Polio vaccine shouldn’t be administered before the age of six weeks. The final dose to complete the series should be given at age four and at least six months following the previous dose.

The Influenza vaccine should be given at six months of age or older, and should be administered annually to age 18.

Measles, Mumps, and Rubella vaccinations shouldn’t be administered before a child’s first birthday. The second dose should be given routinely between the ages of four and six years.

The Varicella vaccine shouldn’t be administered before a child’s first birthday. The second dose should be given routinely between the ages of four and six years.

The Hepatitis A vaccine shouldn’t be administered before age 12 months, but is highly recommended for all one year olds. Older children can receive this vaccine if they live in an area that has a high risk of infection.

The Meningococcal vaccine shouldn’t be given before age two. It is common for parents and caregivers to have questions about what is best for their children when it comes to vaccines. To learn more, talk to your pediatrician or visit www.cdc.gov/vaccines. Danville Regional Medical Center is committed to the health of the community and as such sponsors and participates in numerous health and wellness events throughout the year. Visit DanvilleRegional.com to see upcoming events.

“While some vaccines may cause mild reactions, including fever, rash, vomiting, and swelling at the injection site, serious reactions are rare. In fact, according to the CDC, severe reactions occur in fewer than one in one million doses,” she adds.

According to the CDC, early vaccination is encouraged against 14 vaccine-preventable diseases, including:

The CDC offers this timeline for getting your child immunized:

• Bacterial meningitis

The Hepatitis B vaccine should be administered to all newborns before being discharged from the hospital. After the first dose, two additional rounds are recommended, with the second vaccine given at one or two months of age.

The first dose of the Rotavirus vaccine should be given between the ages of six weeks and 14 weeks. The vaccine series should not be initiated if your child has reached 15 weeks and, according to the CDC, the maximum age for the final dose is eight months.

The Diphtheria and Tetanus Toxoids and Acellular Pertussis (DTaP) vaccine shouldn’t be given before the age of six weeks. The final dose to complete the series should be given between the ages of four and six years.

• Diphtheria • Hepatitis A and B • Influenza • Rubeola (red measles) • Mumps • Pertussis (whooping cough) • Pneumococcal disease • Polio • Rubella (German measles) • Tetanus (lockjaw) • Rotavirus • Varicella (chickenpox) www.showcasemagazine.com

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Smiling from

Meet the NEW OB/GYNs

Start to Finish Chris Payne is a local dentist with Danville Dental Associates who spends many of his days making sure local children have healthy smiles. Recently, he and his wife, Han, welcomed a new child into the world. “We planned on having a scheduled delivery,” Chris said. “But our daughter Olivia decided she was coming early.” After having two previous children, both parents were calm and collected as they arrived at Danville Regional Medical Center. “I was supposed to go that morning for preadmission at 9 am to fill out paperwork,” Han said, “but before we could go to the hospital, my water broke.” Han was so calm. In fact she told the intake person, “Do you want me to fill out the paperwork while my husband parks the car?” The nurse said, “It’s okay. I think you better go on up to Labor and Delivery.”

Dr. Ema Kulwa Healthcare for Women 159 Executive Drive, Suite E Danville, VA 24541 434.791.2629

“Really? It’s not a problem,” she said, but they took her up to the labor and delivery room and left the paperwork for later. “The nurses made it the best experience,” Chris said with a big smile. Han agreed. “They were a big part of our great experience with Danville Regional. The nurse who took care of me after I delivered made sure my needs were taken care of before I even realized I had any.” They stayed in the hospital for two days. “It was like we were on a cruise,” Chris said. “They pulled out menus for room service and the nurse said that once Han could eat solid foods again, there would be a celebratory steak dinner. Turns out it was so good, I asked for the leftovers.” “They really made it feel like home,” Han said. With flat screen televisions and newly remodeled maternity rooms, Danville Regional has created a memorable environment for the miracle of life. “Did I mention they made sure we were well fed?” Chris said for the third time. “For him, that is a really big thing,” Han said and laughed.

Dr. Jonelle Haigh Healthcare for Women 159 Executive Drive, Suite E Danville, VA 24541 434.791.2629

“I liked the customer service aspect.” Chris said. “People want to feel like they are being taken care of. I liked how Danville Regional paid attention to how we felt and they made sure that we had everything we needed. We definitely do the same thing in our Dental office. But when you’re the patient and you are in that situation, especially in a hospital setting, you pay attention to how you are treated.” Han summed up the experience very well when she said. “Everyone was very encouraging and the nurses were charming. You spend most of your time with the nurses and because they have such a positive attitude, it makes the experience something to cherish.” To look at the happy face of young Olivia, and the ear to ear smiles of her parents, you can see that positivity is contagious. The Paynes were very satisfied with their experience at Danville Regional Medical Center.

Chris is a Dentist at Danville Dental Associates located at 5011 Riverside Drive in Danville. Han is a pharmacist at Walgreens. They are both active in the community and are very excited about the Give Thanks for Smiles program in which local dental professionals and their patients raised $5,000 for God’s Storehouse in 2011. They look to raise even more in 2012.

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Dr. Ellen Brown OB/GYN Associates of Danville 101 Holbrook Street Danville, VA 24541 434.792.7765

HEALTH TALK EDITION The Big Day Fall 2012

The BIG Day

Labor and Delivery Room

The Delivery Danville Regional Medical Center has a wonderful women and children’s center whose primary goal is making sure a new mom has the most comfortable and safe birthing experience possible.

Patient Room

Amy Beard, Clinical Manager of DRMC’s Women and Children’s Center, says, “When people first arrive, they are quickly taken to our Labor and Delivery suite where one of our obstetrics (OB) technicians completes paperwork and admits the patient right at the bedside. There’s no waiting period.”

The lactation consultant offers classes before the big day for expectant moms on breastfeeding, child birthing, and infant safety and CPR. These classes help an expectant mom prepare for her big day. For more information on classes or to contact our lactation consultant, call 434.799.4486.

Taking care of moms is second nature to the sixteen registered nurses who work in Labor and Delivery. Together they have more than three hundred years of combined experience. Soon after being registered, mom is placed on a fetal monitor that closely watches her baby’s heart rate and mom’s contraction pattern. She is given a physical exam and meets with her doctor to decide on a plan of care. During labor and before delivery, jet baths are available to help mom be as comfortable as possible, up until the time of delivery. Whether she wants to use birthing balls or get an epidural, she has access to whatever she needs. “The patient is a vital part of the team that decides the plan of care,” Amy says. Each delivery room has a comfortable and cozy feel with flat screen televisions. After delivery, comfort continues to be a major focus. “We have a modified room setup where the parents can keep the baby with them in their room as much as they like,” Amy says. “And we have a lactation consultant on staff to help moms learn to breastfeed.”

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The BIG Day’s 10 Questions to Ask When Trying to Conceive 1. How long should I be off birth control before trying to conceive? 2. How do I know I’m ovulating? 3. Am I really ready to have a baby? 4. Are there ways to increase fertility? 5. How will my current over-the-counter or prescription drugs affect my efforts at getting pregnant? 6. Are there any lifestyle changes I need to make in order to get my body ready for being pregnant? 7. What are the vitamins or supplements I should start taking? 8. Is my family’s health background important? 9. Are there any vaccinations I need to consider? 10. How will my emotional health affect my ability to conceive?

10 Common Physical Changes During Pregnancy 1. You may experience more runny noses and congestion. 2. You will feel the need to urinate more often. 3. If you don’t adjust your calcium intake, your body may steal it from your teeth and bones. 4. Your breasts will feel tender and may be larger. 5. You will experience aches and pains as your body adjusts to carrying a child.

An ovulation calculator can help you find the days when you are most likely to get pregnant.

6. As your pregnancy progresses, you may feel shortness of breath. 7. You may feel constipated more often. Drink lots of water and consider a stool softener. 8. You may feel more heartburn and gas. 9. You may experience sudden leg cramps which can be caused by low iron or potassium. 10. You will likely experience stretch marks and skin changes that often fade after delivery.

10 Things to Take with You to the Hospital 1. Your birth plan, if you have one.

2. Lip balm because your lips may get extremely dry. 3. Men’s Crew socks are comfortable. 4. Loose pajamas and slippers will come in handy. Some women may prefer clogs. 5. Hair bands or clips to keep your hair out of your face during delivery. 6. Your own pillow from home will be extra comfortable. 7. Bring your own toiletries like a toothbrush, toothpaste, hairbrush, deodorant, shampoo, lotion, and soap. 8. A nursing bra and nursing pads that you select ahead of time will help you be prepared. 9. A change of clothes and flat shoes for the trip home and an outfit and blanket for the baby. 10. A handheld back massager and massage oils may give Dad a way to help keep Mom as relaxed as possible prior to delivery.

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You simply enter the date of your last period and your normal menstruation cycle in number of days and it quickly charts out a calendar for you. Search Phrase: Ovulation Calculator

HEALTH TALK EDITION The Big Day Fall 2012 Delivery Options

One of the biggest decisions about the big day is how mom will choose to have her baby. Will it be a vaginal birth or a cesarean section delivery? Will there be an epidural or not? It’s important to discuss all of the options with your doctor before the big day so that whenever possible, you can make the right choices for yourself and plan ahead for your delivery. With proper planning and effective medication, mom can be as comfortable as possible.

Vaginal Birth Pain Management Options

• Narcotics such as Demerol, morphine, Stadol, Fentanyl, and Nubain are given by injection and help take the “edge” off of the pain. • An Epidural is the most common form of anesthesia and is injected into the area around the spinal cord. DRMC has 24/7 anesthesia coverage, so the epidural is always available. • A Spinal Block is a less common procedure where narcotics are injected directly into the spinal column. • A Pudendal Block provides quick pain relief to the perineum, vulva, and vagina as the baby moves through the birth canal. • Local anesthesia is primarily used at the end of labor to provide pain relief for an episiotomy (a cut in the perineum to help in delivery). • Patterned breathing can calm and relax you while providing a sense of control during contractions. • Relaxation techniques such as listening to music or having your partner massage you can help sooth you.

TOP 5 Things Dad Should Bring to the Hospital

1 The Pregnant Mom 2 The insurance card, identification, and all necessary paperwork

Video or digital cameras with backup batteries and chargers and memory cards

Understanding Cesarean Section

During a cesarean, the baby is delivered through an incision in the abdominal wall and uterus. It’s important to know the differences between a cesarean and a vaginal birth as each has its benefits and risks.

Cell phone and contact list

Here are 5 important facts about cesarean deliveries: 1. Anesthesia. Unless there is no time, you are usually given an epidural or spinal block as anesthesia. That means you can stay awake for the delivery, although the surgery itself will be blocked from your view. 2. Recovery. A cesarean is major surgery which will require a longer hospital stay and recovery time. 3. Blood Loss. You lose more blood during a cesarean and as such may leave you more tired and in some cases you may require a transfusion. 4. Scar Tissue. You will have a scar on your abdomen and you may have scar tissue that could affect future pregnancies and deliveries. 5. The Baby. The baby may have some breathing problems but don’t worry. The delivery room staff will rub the baby to restore color and movement and perhaps provide supplemental oxygen.

5 Entertainment for the

waiting periods, such as: laptops, MP3 player, iPad, etc. (Remember, this isn’t really a good time to catch up on work or sort out your emails. Focus on Mom!)

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After

Delivery Healing Your Body Although pregnancy is very rewarding, it is a tough time for the mother. Your body is going through many different changes. Dr. Ema Kulwa says, “Everybody needs to be supportive of the mother, especially the father.” Yes, fathers do play a role in the health of the mother. But it’s the mothers who are going to spend the next two months getting back to normal.You will experience “afterpains” (cramps), vaginal discharges, and many other conditions that may cause some discomfort, but definitely aren’t unbearable. Search Phrase: Physical Changes and Healing After Birth But as your body heals from the delivery of your child, it’s important to focus on you. It’s a time to heal. HealthyWomen.org has a good list of important tips:

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Sleep when Baby sleeps – it might be the only time you get to sleep Do your chores with Baby – babies love watching their moms do anything Get out of the house every day, if only for a short walk Give in to take-out food occasionally – nobody expects you to be Paula Dean Forget perfection – the house does not need to be spotless Take care of your perineal area – sitz baths are vital Eat right – you are what you eat and if you’re breast feeding, so is Baby Seek help if you experience – heavy bleeding, breast infections, pelvic pain

The Emotional Rollercoaster The “baby blues” are real. The miracle of childbirth is a tremendous emotional high. Once it wears off and the lack of sleep sets in, along with plummeting hormone levels, you may very well feel down, or sad. If this condition lasts more than ten days, or becomes intense, you may be developing a condition called Postpartum Depression. Dr. Kulwa says, “It’s important to pay attention to the signs of Postpartum Depression. The condition can affect the mother’s ability to take care of the newborn. The new mom needs to be emotionally healthy so she can connect to her baby and provide the best care for her newborn and any other children in the home.” It’s important to talk to your doctor and discuss your options. If you’ve been visiting your doctor for all of your prenatal visits, she or he will have a baseline understanding of your personality and will be better able to recognize substantial changes in your emotional well-being.

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Dr. Kulwa says, “Being pregnant can be very stressful for the mother and the family in general. It is possible for any existing mental illness to become exacerbated when the person is pregnant.” And because of the increased level of medical attention during pregnancy, it’s also common for mental health issues to be identified for the first time while pregnant. There are many different treatments for mental health related issues. One of the most effective treatments for depression in general is exercise. And exercise after childbirth can have the added benefit of helping get your body back to where it was before childbirth. Dr. Ema Kulwa is an OB-GYN at Healthcare for Women located at 159 Executive Drive, Suite E in Danville. You can schedule your appointment by calling 434.791.2629.

Signs of Postpartum Depression » » » »

Feeling restless, irritable, or anxious Loss of interest or pleasure in life Loss of appetite Less energy and motivation (not related to sleep)

» Problems falling asleep or waking up too early

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Feeling worthless, hopeless, or guilty Feeling like life isn’t worth living Showing little interest in the baby Unexplained weight loss or gain

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HEALTH TALK EDITION Defeating Breast Cancer Fall 2012

Women’s Health Cancer Prevention

Early Detection is the Best Protection Educating Can Be Key to Preventing and Diagnosing Breast Cancer

Each year, nearly 200,000 women and 2,000 men in the United States are diagnosed with breast cancer, making it one of the most common types of cancer among women in our country. “While there is no way of guaranteeing that a person won’t develop breast cancer, there are certainly steps that can be taken to reduce risk,” says Dr. Timothy Brotherton, at Danville Hematology and Oncology. “Learning to recognize the symptoms of breast cancer, understanding what puts a person at a high risk of developing the disease, and actively monitoring breast health can be key.”

What Are the Symptoms of Breast Cancer? In its early stages, breast cancer often has no symptoms. However, the following symptoms may be present as a tumor develops: • A lump in the breast or underarm that persists after your menstrual cycle • A marble-like area under the skin • Swelling in the armpit • Persistent breast pain or tenderness • Any change in the size, contour, texture or temperature of the breast

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• A noticeable flattening or indentation on the breast • A change in the nipple, such as an indrawn or dimpled look, itching or burning sensation, or ulceration • Unusual discharge from the nipple

Who Is at Risk of Developing Breast Cancer?

• Women with a history of breast cancer have a 3- to 4-times increased risk of developing a new breast cancer, unrelated to the first one, in the other breast or in another part of the same breast. • Women with a family history of breast cancer. Having a mother, sister, or daughter who has (or has had) breast cancer increases your risk for developing the disease. The risk is even greater if your relative had cancer in both breasts or developed the breast cancer before menopause. • Women over age 50. About 77 percent of women diagnosed with breast cancer each year are over age 50, and almost half are age 65 and older. • Women with a previous breast biopsy result of atypical hyperplasia, or those with a previous abnormal breast biopsy indicating fibroadenomas with complex features, hyperplasia without atypia, sclerosing adenosis and solitary papilloma. • Carriers of alterations in either of two familial breast cancer genes called BRCA1 or BRCA2. • Caucasian women are at a slightly higher risk of developing breast cancer than are African-American, Asian, Hispanic, and Native American women. • Women who have their first child after age 35 or never have children.

HEALTH TALK EDITION Defeating Breast Cancer Fall 2012 • Women who started menstruating before age 12. • Women who begin menopause after age 55. • Overweight women, with excess caloric and fat intake (especially post-menopause). • Women who have 2 to 5 alcoholic beverages a day are 1.5 times more likely to develop breast cancer than women who drink no alcohol. • Those exposed to excessive amounts of radiation, especially before age 30. • Women who use Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) for an extended period of time. (Risk seems to return to that of the general population after discontinuing use for five years or more.) • Those with a history of cancer in the family. A family history of cancer of the ovaries, cervix, uterus, or colon increases your risk of developing breast cancer.

What Steps Can Be Taken to Prevent Breast Cancer? “Maintaining a healthy lifestyle can prove powerful in preventing breast cancer. It’s important to eat right, stay active, and maintain a healthy weight,” says Dr. Brotherton. “Women should also perform self-breast exams at home every month and make scheduling annual exams with their gynecologists a priority. Most importantly, if you notice a change in your breast, talk to your doctor immediately. Like most forms of cancer, early diagnosis and treatment can be critical.”

Pictured above is a digital mammography unit at Danville Diagnostic Imaging Center. If you are over 40, call and schedule your screening today.

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What About High Risk Patients? Danville Diagnostic Imaging Center has the area’s only accredited MRI mammography. According to the Mayo Clinic, Breast MRI is a relatively new, highly specialized test in which a powerful magnet is used to obtain hundreds of images of the breasts. The advantage of breast MRI is that it is extremely sensitive, which means that it can detect both cancerous and non-cancerous lesions. When used prudently and appropriately in high-risk patients with dense breasts, breast MRI can be advantageous.

your doctor if you feel anything else out of the ordinary. Use each pressure level to feel the breast tissue before moving on to the next spot

How to Perform a Breast Exam at Home

Repeat the exam on your left breast, putting your left arm behind your head and using the finger pads of your right hand to do the exam.

Lie down on your back and place your right arm behind your head. The exam is done while lying down because, when lying down, the breast tissue spreads evenly over the chest wall, making it much easier to feel all the breast tissue. Use the finger pads of the three middle fingers on your left hand to feel for lumps in the right breast. Use overlapping dime-sized circular motions of the finger pads to feel the breast tissue.

While standing in front of a mirror with your hands pressing firmly down on your hips, look at your breasts for any changes of size, shape, contour or dimpling, or redness or scaliness of the nipple or breast skin.

Search Pattern

Use three different levels of pressure to feel all the breast tissue. Light pressure is needed to feel the tissue closest to the skin; medium pressure to feel a little deeper; and firm pressure to feel the tissue closest to the chest and ribs. It is normal to feel a firm ridge in the lower curve of each breast, but, you should tell

Examine each underarm while sitting up or standing and with your arm only slightly raised so you can easily feel in this area. - Courtesy: American Cancer Society

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HEALTH TALK EDITION Defeating Breast Cancer Fall 2012

Defeating Breast Cancer

who is a radiation oncologist at Danville Regional’s Center for Radiation Oncology says, “We have all of the newest, cutting edge equipment, like onboard imaging, to precisely target tumors on a daily basis.”

There is Hope

When a doctor tells a woman she has breast cancer, her first thought may be “Why me?” But often her second thought is “I will beat this.” And for 2.6 million women who have defeated cancer and are living life to the fullest, they were right. Deaths from breast cancer have decreased every year since 1990 and with the ever-growing list of treatment options, it’s important to discuss with your doctor every option available to you and then choose the path that is best suited for you.

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The normal courses of action may include some combination of: surgery to remove the cancer, radiation treatment, or chemotherapy treatment. Radiation treatment uses a powerful x-ray to shrink a tumor before surgery or reduce the chance of cancer returning after surgery, or in place of surgery. The goal of radiation is to stop cancer cells from multiplying while sparing as much healthy tissue as possible. Chemotherapy treatment uses drugs, or chemicals, to kill rapidly dividing cells. It kills both cancer cells and healthy cells. The goal is to kill more cancer cells than healthy cells. Typically this is given intravenously. A tiny catheter is inserted into a vein, usually in the hand or lower arm, and removed at the end of the session. There is an upswing in the use of pills to deliver the chemotherapy and there are various other delivery systems a doctor may employ. Danville Regional Medical Center has a state-of-the-art radiation oncology center, a leading chemotherapy unit, and on-staff surgeons. No matter where you receive your initial treatment for cancer, you can undergo your radiation or chemotherapy regimens close to your home and family and in many cases you can continue going to work with minimal interruption. Dr. Peter Leider

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Surgery -

Surgery is often the first line of attack against cancer. A lumpectomy is where only the tumor is removed and the breast tissue remains. A mastectomy is the removal of all of the breast tissue. Dr. Aaron Haigh who is a surgeon and the newest member of Danville Regional Medical Center’s team says, “There are many different surgical treatment options. It’s vital to understand the personality of the cancer, and the life goals of the patient, in order to choose the absolute best course of action.”

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Patients often have misconceptions about radiation therapy. “People think it makes you sick and throw up. In reality, most treatments are provided in an outpatient setting with the patient able to drive themselves to and from treatment. By doing the treatments locally, we help minimize the upheaval in a patient’s daily life,” Dr. Leider says. In fact over a normal, five-week, 25-treatment program, the major side effect experienced by most people in the first three weeks is that of feeling tired. A couple of weeks after treatment ends, the patient usually starts feeling better. “Since radiation treatments are localized, the side effects are usually limited to the region being treated.”

Chemotherapy - Chemotherapy, on the other hand isn’t a localized treatment, so the side effects will likely be more visible throughout the body. But, it isn’t at all like the movies make it seem. Dr.Veshana Ramiah who is a medical oncologist at Danville Oncology and Hematology says, “The reality is that 9 of 10 patients tell me the same thing. Nausea and vomiting and being sick all the time are no longer parts of chemotherapy. We are very good at managing these kinds of side effects and the quality of daily living is a high priority.” For doctors like Dr. Haigh, Dr. Brotherton, Dr. Ramiah, and Dr. Leider, treating cancer patients is a calling. “I love my job. I think it’s really a privilege that we are able to help patients through such a personal and often terrifying journey and give them hope and help them heal. I feel like I’m making a difference,” Dr. Ramiah says. “The people I’ve trained with and others in this field all have similar attitudes. It’s something sacred.” Local Resources: Danville Regional Center for Radiation Oncology and Danville Oncology and Hematology treat patients and coordinate care with their surgeons and other healthcare providers. You can contact Danville Regional Center for Radiation Oncology at 434.799.4592 and Danville Oncology and Hematology at 434.799.0044.

HEALTH TALK EDITION Defeating Breast Cancer Fall 2012

Fredia Martin Her Spirit Carries Her Fredia Martin is a beautiful thirty-something-year-old woman in the prime years of her life. She lives her life to the fullest, with a great job at a supportive company and has two boys, ages nine and fourteen. Like most people, she’s taking life day by day. Her life has challenged her and made her a stronger young woman. Her sons keep her on her toes and she’s learning every day how boys grow up a little differently than girls. She works every day to teach her boys the life lessons she’s learned. She leans on God to keep her motivated and moving forward and revels in the glow of her family.

And she’s fighting breast cancer. A week after her thirty-first birthday, she learned of her diagnosis. “Happy Birthday to me,” she jokes, well knowing that cancer is no laughing matter. But, one thing she truly knew was that it was going to take the strength of God’s hands to overcome this newest challenge in her life. Her first choice was to tackle the challenge on her own without burdening her family. She had one-day surgery performed by Dr. Gary Lahti at Danville Regional Medical Center. “Oh my goodness,” she says, “I was in and out the same day. The hospital has been great. From the point of being diagnosed, everybody has been great.” The success of the early steps, including surgery and support, gave Fredia the strength to know things were going to work out for the best. Three weeks later, when the weight of carrying the burden alone became heavy, she showed her boys the scar and told them what was going on. “When I was discouraged, my family came and rescued me. My family is a spiritual family and they reminded me that I needed to keep the faith. And I did.” Her parents have passed and her sister and brother have genuinely helped her keep her faith. “It was God watching over me, and I realize that.” Through her fight, because of the support of her employer, Abingdon Place and her co-workers, she was able to continue to take care of her family. “My job is like a big family. They have really supported me. My general director had a family member go through cancer, so she was very supportive. She understood what my family and I were going through. Everything that I needed she said, ‘No problem,’ so I really thank her for that.” She has worked together with the team at Danville Regional in every stage of her fight. “Danville Regional has been amazing to me. I was really scared before I went in for surgery, but Dr. Gary Lahti eased my fears which relaxed me a whole lot and helped me calm down. I’m so happy I’ve had great doctors through this whole thing.” After the surgery, Fredia tackled her condition with chemotherapy and radiation therapy. “Dr. Timothy Brotherton (at Danville Hematology and Oncology) was extremely nice. When I had questions about chemotherapy, he answered everything. I never felt rushed or hurried.

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HEALTH TALK EDITION Defeating Breast Cancer Fall 2012

Above: A slogan you will see inside the hospital.

He wanted to make sure I knew exactly what was going on. And Dr. Peter Leider’s staff (at the Center for Radiation Oncology) is great. I can’t pick just one. Everyone has been great.” Now that’s she’s completed her treatments, she sees Dr.Veshana Ramiah at Danville Hematology and Oncology. “She is wonderful.”

“I know cancer can be a gloom and doom word but understanding what my options for treatment were helped me make good decisions. It is definitely not like it was back in the day. Treatment has come a long way.” She attributes some of her strength to asking questions and paying attention to the answers. “I know cancer can be a gloom and doom word but understanding what my options for treatment were helped me make good decisions. It is definitely not like it was back in the day. Treatment has come a long way. At first I was in shock, but once I came out of shock I was like, What’s next? I didn’t think, Oh I’m going to die.” Freida’s proactive approach to her surgery helped her keep a positive outlook because she felt like she was in charge of the fight against her cancer. “I knew exactly what was going to happen before I went in and how I would feel afterwards. They explained how I would feel during the chemo.You know, everybody is different. Their body goes through different things.” Because of localized treatments, “I didn’t get as sick as some people. That was a blessing in and of itself, because I still needed to work.” Overcoming such a traumatic phase in one’s life isn’t easy. “There were moments where I thought what is going to happen with my kids if something happened to me. Those thoughts crossed through my mind, but they didn’t linger. I leaned on my faith and I tried to chase any negative thoughts from my mind.” Today, in the later recovery phase of her battle, that positivity emanates from her like a sunrise on a cloudless day. Her smile is contagious and her spirit is heartwarming. “The more positive I was the better I felt,” she says. These are words to truly live by.

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by Dave Gluhareff In the late 1990s David Gluhareff lost over 100 pounds. Dave then became a certified personal trainer with the International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) and began his career as a personal trainer. In March of 2009 David earned the elite status of Master of Fitness Sciences (MFS) by the ISSA, their highest level of personal training qualifications. As a personal trainer, Dave has been helping people take charge of their physiques to help them feel, look, and move better through life. Visit www.VirginiaBootcamp.com for more information.

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Let’s Get Real about Healthy Living! Two Healthy and Non-Healthy Scenarios:

If I were to set out two tables in front of you, one spread out with lean meats, fruits, vegetables, whole grains, dairy, and water and the other table full of potato chips, doughnuts, candy, sodas, pre-packaged processed meals, plastic bags full of high sugar and high sodium snacks, greasy steak and cheese subs, French fries, high-sugar fruit juices, cheeseburgers, and cookies, we would all be smart enough to know which table is the healthiest. Right? If I showed you two pictures, one of someone or a family out walking in nature, biking, playing at a playground together, jogging by the river, exercising in a class, a dad and sons shooting basketball on the driveway, a couple doing yoga, and the other picture was of a person or family sitting for hours on a couch in front of a TV, sitting for hour after hour surfing the Internet, sitting hour after hour at a restaurant eating and talking late at night, we all be smart enough to know which picture is a healthy lifestyle and leads to a more positive outcome. Right?

We are playing Naïve?!

In my opinion we are being naïve and expecting someone to enable us when we reach for calorie counting plans, point systems, pre-packaged so-called health foods sent by mail, etc. We should eat the right foods at the right times in moderation to begin with. Listen loud and clear…NO ONE gets overweight or obese eating healthy foods! I didn’t get overweight then obese (305lbs) eating healthy foods and leading an active and healthy lifestyle! No, I was snacking on junk food. When I ate a real meal it was usually high fat and the wrong calories late at night and in large amounts right before I sat stagnant in front of the TV then fell asleep. This is what most of America does and now the World is on track to do the same. As a personal trainer and writer for nearly 16 years I have always had the healthy solutions to help people, but only those people/clients/readers that were willing to make serious changes and stop making excuses. The ones that call me and say “I don’t know what foods are healthy” or “I have bad knees, I can’t exercise” well they are not serious and are still making excuses. They are playing naïve.

What is Your Healthiest Weight Loss Solution?

Your healthiest weight-loss solution is to begin by putting down the junk food and leave the lazy lifestyle behind. Get outside for a walk or bike ride. Call up a friend or take a family member with you to go on a hike or visit a fitness center. Go for a swim. Take a jog. Roller Blade. Attend a Yoga or Tai Chi class. Play outside with your kids! Do something active and healthy to immediately get your (Feel-Good) chemicals in your body flowing again and let them make their magic by releasing anti-fatigue and anti-depressants throughout your body to give you an energy boost and to feel better right away!

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Dave and his sons, Dylan and Matthew

If we eat junk, are lazy, make excuses, plead nutrition ignorance, and wallow in self-pity then we are on a path of self-destruction. In all honesty with the majority of Americans doing just this …well it is a grim outlook! Most of Americans with health problems such as high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, acid reflux, minor aches/pains, and obesity are so doped up on meds and relying on being preserved by modern medicine to make it a few more years. The problem with relying on modern medicine to pickle YOU and keep you alive a few more years is that you WILL NOT have a positive and healthy quality of life. Life will be painful and depressing and full of more debilitating aches, pains, sickness, illness, stress, and sadness. Right now take action. Do something about this and to take back control of your life! Get back on the right path of positively being and leading a healthy lifestyle which will be contagious to those around you. Get active and put a guilt trip on your stomach and brain to train them to expect only healthy foods in moderation all day and every day. If you work hard and serious on an active lifestyle you WILL NOT blow it with junk and you will put a guilt trip on your brain and stomach. SM For more detailed Exercise, Nutrition, and Rest tips, plus sample meal plans from Dave visit www.showcasemagazine.com and click the A Better You tab.

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Locally-Raised Fish

(And He’ll Eat Healthier for a Lifetime)

Aquafarming takes center stage on September 28 at the Olde Dominion Agricultural Complex in Chatham, Virginia. The Virginia Natural Fish Company and the ODAC are teaming up to bring the First Annual Freshwater Festival to Pittsylvania County. The Freshwater Festival is an opportunity for the community to sample some of Virginia’s finest homegrown fish. On the menu will be prawns, raised from the local ponds of Jay Calhoun and Kevin Owen and David Ingram. David Ingram will also supply rainbow trout. Catfish from other localities such as Farmville will be served. Local corn, slaw, and hushpuppies complement the menu. Beer and wine will be available, and Bob Turner, well-known local deejay, will be there to help you dance the night away. Chris Moore, of Virginia Natural Fish Company, hopes the Festival will bring awareness of two important things to the residents of Danville and Pittsylvania County. One being the Olde Dominion Agricultural Complex itself, the Complex is a huge asset to the County. Moore says, “The county and surrounding areas have been looking for something like the Agricultural Center for a long time and now they finally have it.” Just in the short amount of time that it has been open, the Complex has hosted many successful events such as the SOVA Wine Festival and the 4-H Livestock Show. The Freshwater Festival will be will be a perfect opportunity for those not familiar with the Complex’s mission to witness firsthand the great things happening agriculturally in Pittsylvania County. Moore also hopes the Festival brings awareness to the benefits of naturally-raised fish. The taste and nutritional value are far superior to that of fish raised on hormones and antibiotics. Moore says, “We want to let people know they have a choice. They don’t have to buy everything from the supermarket. For the people that want to eat healthy, the choice is there.” The Freshwater Festival is sizing up to be a night of great food and fun. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to learn about the “home-grown” philosophy. SM

What is Aquaculture? Aquaculture, also referred to as aquafarming, is the process of cultivating freshwater and saltwater populations under a managed environment. Aquatic organisms such as fish, crustaceans, and mollusks are often aquafarmed. Fish in a dietary sense are a valuable source of nutrition. Being high in protein, minerals, and fatty acids (even in small portions) Fish are an essential component to a healthy diet. Shopping for naturally-raised fish gives the buyer an added sense of relief in knowing the fish are a clean and healthy food source.

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In Virginia, the Virginia Aqua Farmers Network or VAN is a system of aquaculture farmers, predominately in Southside Virginia. VAN farmers raise channel catfish, rainbow trout, hybrid striped bass, and freshwater prawns. The product is then sold under the Virginia Natural Fish Company brand.

For more information visit www.aquafarmers.com

What is the Olde Dominion Agricultural Foundation? The Olde Dominion Agricultural Foundation was established in 2008 with the mission of promoting and supporting local agriculture. To make this possible, the Olde Dominion Agricultural Complex was built. The Complex at 19783 US Highway 29 South in Chatham, Virginia is home to the Virginia Grown Farmers’ Market during the growing season. The Complex will also host the first annual Freshwater Fish Festival on September 28 from 5 pm to 10 pm.

For more information about the Complex and the Freshwater Festival, visit www.theodac.com or call 434.432.8026.

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by Paulette Dean

Executive Director, Danville Humane Society

It seems that the news now has a report every day of natural disasters: earthquakes, fires, floods, tornadoes, etc. It is also within the realm of possibility that a fire, a chemical leak,

or other emergencies could affect your house or neighborhood. Everyone can benefit from having a household emergency plan in place. Your disaster plan must include your companion animals. If you must evacuate, take your pets with you! Your animal’s best protection is to be with you. But, taking a pet requires special planning. Locate a safe place for your pets before disaster strikes. Evacuation shelters generally do not accept any animals. Call hotels and motels a reasonable distance from your home and ask if they accept pets, under what conditions, and whether there are any restrictions as to the size and number of animals. A few simple steps can protect your pets. Keep up-to-date identification on your dog or cat at all times. Make sure the collar is properly fitted (avoid chain link collars for dogs and use breakaway collars for cats). Keep current color photos of your pet, showing any distinguishing marks, with your emergency supplies. If you and your pet become separated, these photos will help identify him/her. If you know a disaster is imminent, bring your pets inside immediately! (The obvious exception to this is in the case of a house fire.) Get your animals under control as soon as possible, either on a leash or inside a carrier. Disasters often strike while you’re away from home. You can improve your pet’s chances for safety if you leave him/her inside while you’re away, with collars and tags on. Consider an arrangement with a neighbor who would be willing to evacuate your pet in your absence. My church teaches us to be personally prepared for emergencies, and we are counseled to have an emergency supply kit available for each member of the household. An emergency kit for each of your pets’ needs is also essential. Include in this kit at least a three-day supply of food and water, food/water bowls, regular medications, a first aid kit, a carrier (essential for cats), leashes, and a litter box and litter for cats. Small mammals and birds must have cages. The only time to prepare for an emergency is before it happens, and plans must include all your companion animals. SM

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Changing Lives One Donation at a Time

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Have you ever wanted to be a part of something that made a difference in the local community but felt as though you couldn’t? Well, every time you make a donation to or shop at your local Goodwill you are making a difference by giving opportunities to hundreds of people in our area. Goodwill Industries of South Central Virginia, Inc. is a non-profit agency which serves the people of our community, and has been here since 1972. While meeting the membership standards set by Goodwill Industries International and stringent accreditation requirements of the Commission on the Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) our local Goodwill is able to provide programs and services that our area needs. Gary Cotta, President and CEO, stated, “We have this saying at Goodwill, if you’ve seen one Goodwill, you’ve seen one Goodwill. We are free to serve the community in the way it needs to be served by providing programs and services that our community really needs.” And that is just what they are doing. The local Goodwill territory includes the city of Danville and nine counties in the South Central portion of Virginia. With locations in Danville, Chatham, Altavista, South Hill, Chase City, Farmville, Blackstone, and South Boston, they are providing jobs to many people in the community. One of the things that Goodwill Industries is known for is working with individuals with barriers to employment, and helping them learn job skills while providing training. Those barriers could be physical barriers, intellectual barriers, or other kinds of disadvantaging conditions. “Our environment is what we call an integrated setting,” said Cotta. “When clients are placed in our stores or in the main warehouse where

most donations are processed, those individuals work alongside other regular employees who may not necessarily have the barriers they have. Most of the people we serve have an intellectual disability, but I believe there is a real need within the community to start branching out and serving people who have a wider range of disabling and disadvantaging conditions.” The programs and services provided by Goodwill include Work Adjustment Training which is a short-term, paid work experience program to help individuals improve their ability to attain and maintain community based competitive employment, long-term paid work opportunities for individuals with the most severe disabilities who may be unable to work in a competitive work environment, OSHA certified forklift operation and certification training, and a prisoner reentry program that provides transitional employment and other post-release services to help former prisoners successfully reintegrate into the community. Goodwill also provides a place for individuals who need to work off community service hours whether or not they are court ordered, or through an agency such as social services who may require individuals to work a certain amount of hours to keep receiving benefits such as Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF). Mr.

Cotta pointed out, “We don’t just let them sit in a corner somewhere, but rather have them do productive work while we are teaching them not only specific work skills, but also proper work behavior skills that will help them obtain and maintain employment in the future.” Three years ago Gary Cotta moved to Danville, Virginia, after living in California up to that point what had been his entire life. “My predecessor had been here for 28 years, so when I came to town I had what was really a well-respected agency.” Like any visionary, Cotta could see the potential of what this already great agency could become. “My main goal was: how could we do things better and more efficiently? That’s what I’ve been doing over my time here, making a lot of changes, improving our services, and making the agency more efficient and effective,” stated Cotta. One of the key assets Goodwill has that many non-profits don’t is its retail model. “One of the things we are focusing on right now is building up our donation base. As we can grow donations

we can grow the number of stores while also growing our net profit,” said Cotta. Unlike many businesses that create a profit to be returned to investors, Goodwill creates profit to be returned to the people of this community through the delivery of programs and services which are partially funded by referral agencies, but largely supported with its retail profits. Goodwill has recently added more attended donation centers. While not full retail centers, they are places where you can drop off any amount or size of donations during the hours that someone is there to collect. The locations include the Ballou Park Shopping Center, Kings Plaza, Tuscarora Shopping Center, The Brosville Station, and another facility near the Food Lion by the airport in Danville.

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While some attended donation centers are new to the area, one thing that has been around for a while is the Goodwill blue donation boxes. Unlike the attended centers no one needs to be there to collect.You simply drop off your donation in the box, and continue on your day. These boxes can be found in different areas around town and other parts of Goodwill’s territory, but before you drop in your donation, always make sure it has the “Smiling G” logo or the Goodwill name if you want to ensure that your donation will benefit local needs. It is important to note that the local Goodwill provides a $7.2 million economic output to the communities it serves. It is also a “green” company, helping to recycle and repurpose many items that would otherwise end up in a South Central Virginia landfill. In 2011, Goodwill diverted more than 3.2 million pounds of material from our landfills. Goodwill’s partnership with the Dell Reconnect program also benefits the community by making it free, easy, and convenient to dispose of your unwanted electronic equipment, working or not, and regardless of brand. What Goodwill can’t refurbish and sell in its stores is recycled through Dell, keeping thousands of pounds of electronic waste out of our landfills. SM

Goodwill Industries of South Central Virginia’s main branch and Danville store 512 Westover Drive Danville, VA 24541 Call 434-792-2511 for retail store and attended donation center hours.

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6,15 – Outdoor Movie Night: Ballou Park: 8pm: 434.799.5215: www. playdanvilleva.com. 7 – Fridays at the Crossing: Carrington Pavilion: 6pm: 434.793.4636: www.danvillevaevents. com. 7 – Country Boys Gone Too Soon: North Theatre: 8pm: 434.793.7469: www.thenorththeatre.com. 8 – Magic of the Masters Close-Up Magic Show: North Theatre: 8pm: 434.793.7469: www.

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thenorththeatre.com. 13 – Senior Movie Day: Danville Public Llibrary: 11am: 434.799.5195: www.playdanvilleva.com. 13,14,15 – Jungalbook: Averett University, Pritchett Auditorium: 7:30pm/2:30pm: 434.791.5712: www. averett.edu. 15 – BBQ for Broadway - Fundraiser and Street Festival: Union Street Theatre: 10am-2pm: 434.791.4747: www.UnionStreetTheatre.com. 15 – Fall Festival: Fairview UM Church: 9am-4pm: 434.251.6107 or 434.251.6848. 15 – Goats Galore! Family Fun Day: Halifax Co. Ag. Center: 9:30am3pm: www.svmga.org. 18 – Authors on Campus Series - Poet Grey Brown: Averett Blount Chapel: 7:30pm: 434.791.5600: www. averett.edu. 18 – Comedy Juggler - Mark Nizer: Averett, Pritchett Auditorium: 7:30pm: 434.791.5600: www.averett.edu. 21 – Downtowner Block Party: Downtown Danville, Union Street: 5:30-8:30pm: 434.251.2237. 21,22,23 – Run For Your Wife: Little Theatre of Danville: Mt. Hermon Courtyard Theatre: 7pm/2pm: ww.danvillelittletheatre.org. 22 – Frank Sinatra Tribute Show: North Theatre: 8pm: 434.793.7469: www.thenorththeatre.com. 22,23 – Old 97 Rail Days: Danville Science Center: 11am–5pm: 434.791.5160: www.dsc.smv.org. 23 – Light Memorial Concert - Pianist Elyane Laussade: Averett, Pritchett Auditorium: 2:30pm: 434.791.5600: www.averett.edu. 27,28,29,30 – Winnie the Pooh Kids: Union Street Theatre: 7:30pm/11am/3pm: 434.791.4747: UnionStreetTheatre.com. 28 – Chili and Jus’ Cauz Funraiser: DMFAH: 434.793.5644: www. danvillemuseum.org. 28 – Freshwater Festival: Olde Dominion Ag. Complex: 5-10pm: 434.432.8026: www.theodac.com. 29 – Playing with Time Exhibit: Danville Science Center: 434.791.5160: www.dsc.smv.org.

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Thru Sept. 3 – Wild Music Exhibit: Danville Science Center: Free/$6/$5: M-S 9:30am–5pm: Sun 1–5pm: 434.791.5160: www.dsc.smv.org. Thru Sept.30 – Father/Sons Art Exhibit - Featuring Phil, Curt and Wyatt Ramsey: Danvillian Gallery: 434792-1860: www.danvilliangallery.com. Thru Oct. 1 – Hubble Space Telescope Exhibit: Danville Science Center: Free/$6/$5: M-S 9:30am–5pm: Sun 1–5pm: 434.791.5160: www.dsc. smv.org. Thru Oct. 8 – Damsels, Dragons and Ladies Exhibit: Danville Science Center: Free/$6/$5: M-S 9:30am–5pm: Sun 1–5pm: 434.791.5160: www.dsc. smv.org. Thru Oct. 13 – Butterfly Station and Garden: Danville Science Center: 434.791.5160: www.dsc.smv.org. 1 – Bob Ross Painting Class: Ballou Park Annex Building: 10:30am-3:30pm: 434.797.8848: www.playdanvilleva.com. 5,12,19,26 – Art with Flo: Times/ Locations Vary: 434.797.8848: www. playdanvilleva.com. 10-Oct. 2 – Art with Judie: Ballou Park Annex: M/TU, Times Vary: 434.797.8848: www.playdanvilleva.com. 14-Nov. 11 – Carson Davenport Exhibit: Danville Museum of Fine Arts & History (DMFAH): 9/14-Opening Reception, 5:30-7pm: 434.793.5644: www.danvillemuseum.org. 29-Oct. 7 – Textile Heritage Week: Schoolfield Museum & Cultural Center: 540.589.5395. 29 – Playing with Time Exhibit Opens: Danville Science Center: Free/$6/$5: M-S 9:30am–5pm: Sun 1– 5pm: 434.791.5160: www.dsc.smv.org.

playdanvilleva.com. 4-26 – Koates Kids Pre-School: Coates Rec. Center: T/W 9:30am12pm: 434.797.8848: www. playdanvilleva.com. 4-27 – Y Kids:YMCA: T/W/TH 4:30pm: 434.792.0621: www. danvilleymca.org. 5,12,19,26 – Moms, Pops & Tots Outdoor Hour: Ballou Park: 10-11am: 434.799.5215: www. playdanvilleva.com. 6,13,20,27 – Curiosity Corner: Coates Rec. Center: TH 9:30am12:30pm: 434.797.8848: www. playdanvilleva.com. 6,13,20,27 – Fly into Fall: City Auditorium: 10-10:45am: 434.797.8848: www.playdanvilleva.com. 12 – Polliwogs & Science Stars: Danville Science Center: Polliwogs, Ages 3–5, 1–2pm; Science Stars, Ages 5-7, 3:30–4:30pm: $3/$6: 434.791.5160: www.dsc.smv.org. 13 – Teen Movie Night: Danville Public Llibrary: Ages 13+: 4pm: 434.799.5195: www.playdanvilleva.com. 15 – Kids with Kites: Ballou Park: 10-11:30am: 434.799.5215: www. playdanvilleva.com. 15 – Family Movie Matinee: Danville Public Llibrary: 10:30am: 434.799.5195: www.playdanvilleva.com. 21 – Back to School Dance: Coates Rec. Center: 7-9pm: 434.799.5150: www.playdanvilleva.com. 22 – Safari Adventures: Coates Rec. Center: 8am-5pm: 434.799.5200: www. danvillevaevents.com. 29 – Micro Soccer:YMCA: 434.792.0621: www.danvilleymca.org.

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1 – Tunstall Band Fundraiser: Westover Food Lion: 434.710.4408. 1,8,15 – Senior Community Market Trip: 7am: 434.797.8994: www.playdanvilleva.com. 1-30 – Tax Relief & Reduced Refuse: Ballou Rec. Center: 9am-2pm: 434.799.5216: www. playdanvilleva.com. 1-29 – Virginia Grown Farmer’s Market: Olde Dominion Agricultural Complex: 8am12pm: www.oldeagfoundation.org. 3-26 – Blood Pressure & Body Mass Index Checks: Times/Locations Vary: 434.799.5216: www.playdanvilleva.com. 4 – The Network September Luncheon: Institute for Advanced Learning and Research: 12-1:30pm: www.danvillevaevents.com. 4 – Building The Foundation for Your Business: DCC Campus: 4pm: 434.797.8442: www.virginiasbdc.org. 5 – Nutrition Tips: Ballou Rec. Center: 12:30pm: 434.799.5216: www.playdanvilleva. com. 6 – Yack & Snack Book Club: Main Public Library: 12-1pm: 434.799.5216 or 434.799.5195: www.playdanvilleva.com. 6 – Dan River District Boy Scout Leaders Roundtable: St. Luke’s UM Church: 7-8pm: 434.710.4408. 6,20,27 – Road to Wellness Begins Here: Danville Public Library: 5:30-7pm: 434.797.8848: www.playdanvilleva.com. 6-Oct.11 – Tai Chi Class: Ballou Rec. Center: 5-6pm: 434.799.5216: www.playdanvilleva.com. 7 – CROP Hunger Walk: Mount Vernon United Methodist Church: 2:30pm: 434.793.6824. 8 – Spaghetti Dinner: Riverbend Volunteer Fire Dept: 5pm-7pm: 434.792.2312. 10-Oct. 15 – Sign Language Classes: Ballou Rec. Center: M 2-3pm: 434.799.5216: www. playdanvilleva.com. 10-Oct.1 – Plein Air Painting Class: Ballou Rec. Center: 10am-12pm: 434.799.5216: www. playdanvilleva.com. 11 – Trip to Castle McCulloch, Jamestown, NC: Ballou Rec. Center: 6am: 434.799.5216: www.playdanvilleva.com. 11 – Wellness Party: Ballou Rec. Center:10am-12pm: 434.799.5216: www. playdanvilleva.com 12 – Diabetes and You: Ballou Rec. Center: 10am: www.DanvilleRegional.com. 12 – Medicare Decisions Made Easy: Ballou Rec. Center: 1-2pm: 434.799.5216 or 800.967.9386. 13 – Fall & Winter Gardens: Danville Public Library: 6:30pm: 434.797.8848: www. playdanvilleva.com. 13 – Tunstall Band Booster Meeting: Tunstall High School: 6:30pm: 434.710.4408. 15 – Danville Area Humane Society Dog Wash: Community Market: 9am-12pm: 434.799.0843: www.dahsinc.com. 15 – Avant-garde Writers: Danville Public Library: 10am: 434.251.1062: editoradams@ gmail.com. 17-Oct. 9 – Writing Gallery Competition: DMFAH: 434.793.5644: www.danvillemuseum. org. 19 – Creating a Family Tree: DPL-Westover Branch: 3:30-4:30pm: 434.799.5152: www. playdanvilleva.com. 20 – Library Bingo: Danville Public Llibrary:

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11am-12pm: 434.799.5195: www.playdanvilleva. com. 20 – Keeping Well in Mind, Body & Spirit: What Do You Know About Colon & Rectal Cancer?: First Presbyterian Church: 11:30am1pm: 434.766.6650. 20 – The Moral of the Story: AU Riverview Campus: 6:30-8pm: 434.791.7189. 22 – Breakfast with the Farmers: Community Market: 7:30am: 434.797.8961: www.danvillevaevents.com. 22 – Riverview Rotary Golf Ball Drop: Anglers Park: 4:30-6:30pm: www. riverviewrotary.net. 22 – Boy Scout 2012 Popcorn Sale Begins: 7-8pm: 434.710.4408. 22-29 – Fall Roadway Clean Up Week: Throughout Pittsylvania Co.: www. danvillevaevents.com. 24-28 – All–Star Scholastic Book Fair: Sacred Heart School: 434.793.2656: www. sheartschool.com. 30 – Bridal Expo: Cloverdale Quarters: 25pm: 434.222.5258.

Hobbies/Sports

3,5,17-19 – Bingo: Times/Locations Vary: 434.799.5216: www.playdanvilleva.com. 4-27 – Cardio Step Class: City Auditorium: TU/TH: 8:45-9:45am or 12-1pm: 434.797.8848: www.playdanvilleva.com. 4,11,18,25 – Urban Line Dance Class: Ballou Rec. Center: 6-7pm: 434.799.5216: www.playdanvilleva.com. 4,11,18,25 – African Dance Ensemble: Coates Rec. Center: TU 6pm: 434.797.8848: www.playdanvilleva.com. 4,11,18,25 – Sewing Classes: Coates Rec. Center: 6:30-8:30pm: 434.797.8848: www. playdanvilleva.com. 4,11,18,25 – Master Swim Class:YMCA: 8pm: 434.792.0621: www.danvilleymca.org. 5 – Senior Bowling Tournament: Riverside Lanes: 10am-12pm: 434.791.2695: www.playdanvilleva.com. 6 – Kayak For Beginners: Abreu/ Grogan: 5:30-7:30pm: 434.799.5215: www. playdanvilleva.com. 6,13,20,27 – Kuumba-West African Dance: City Armory: TH Kids, 6-6:30pm; Adults, 6:30-7:45pm: 434.797.8848: www. playdanvilleva.com. 6-27 – Prime Time Fitness: Ballou Center: M/TH 9:30-11am: 434.799.5216: www. playdanvilleva.com. 7 – Schoolfield Preservation Foundation Golf Tournament: Tuscarora Country Club: 11am: 434.713.9788. 10,17,24 – Belly Dance Class: Pepsi Building: Mon. Intermediate-5:30pm, Beginning, 6:45pm: 434.797.8848: www.playdanvilleva.com. 10,17,24 – Boogie Mondays: Ballou Rec. Center: 7–8:30pm: 434.799.5216: www. playdanvilleva.com. 10,17,24 – Dancing in Heels: Pepsi Building: 8-9pm: 434.797.8848: www.playdanvilleva.com. 10-Oct. 8 – Classical Guitar for Adults: AU’s Grousbeck Music Center: 6:45-8pm: 434.791.7189. 11-Oct. 16 – Zumba Classes: Times & locations vary: 434.797.8848: www. playdanvilleva.com. 11-Oct. 16 – Belly Dance Class: Pepsi Building: W 6:30pm: 434.797.8848: www.

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playdanvilleva.com. 12 – Fall Bingo: Ballou Rec. Center: 1-3pm: 434.799.5216: www.playdanvilleva.com. 13 – Senior’s Sunset Stroll: Anglers Park: 5:30-7pm: 434.799.5215: www.playdanvilleva. com. 13 – Stand Up Paddle Board: Abreu/Grogan: 5:30-7:30pm: 434.799.5215: www.playdanvilleva. com. 13,14,15 – American Le Mans Series: VIRginia Interanational Raceway: 434.822.7700: www.VIRnow.com. 15 – Ballou Yard Sale: Ballou Rec. Center: 7am-12pm: 434.799.5216: www.playdanvilleva.com. 15 – Kids in Kayaks: Abreu/Grogan: 1-3pm: 434.799.5215: www.playdanvilleva.com. 15,16 – SPEC Throwdown: Southside Power & Endurance Co.: 434.770.7461. 19-Oct. 3 – On the Rocks Climbing Series: Coates Rec. Center: 5:30-7pm: 434.799.5215: www.playdanvilleva.com. 20 – Low Ropes Course & Zip Line Demo Day: Dan Daniel Memorial Park: 1-4pm: 434.799.5215: www.playdanvilleva.com. 20 – Sky Watchers: Danville Science Center: Nightfall: 434.791.5160: www.dsc.smv.org. 21 – Bingo: Ballou Rec. Center: 2-4pm: 434.799.5216: www.playdanvilleva.com. 22 – Puzzle Pins & Earring Class: Student Center, Averett: 9am-12pm: 434.791.5638. 22,23 – CCS Fall CycleFest of Speed: VIRginia Interanational Raceway: 434.822.7700: www.virnow.com. 25 – Creating Fall Planters: Ballou Rec. Center: 11am-12:30pm: 434.799.5216: www. playdanvilleva.com. 28 – Ed Steffey Memorial Education Open Golf Tournament: Goodyear Golf Course: 11:30am: 434.836.6990: www.dpchamber.org. 29 – Trash to Treasures Sale: Glenwood Community Center: 7am-2pm: 434.799.5150: www.playdanvilleva.com. 29 – Shag Line Dance Workshop: Ballou Rec. Center: 11am-2pm: 434.799.5216: www. playdanvilleva.com. 30 – Crazy Creek Crawling: Anglers Park: 13pm: 434.799.5215: www.playdanvilleva.com.

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Thru Nov. 3 – Rocks to Racing Exhibit: Virginia Museum of Natural History: 276.634.4185: www.vmnh.net. 4-Oct. 2 – Wheel Thrown Pottery: The Artisan Center: 5:30-8:30pm: 276.656.5461: www.TheArtisanCenter.org. 4 – Bob Ross Technique Workshop: Piedmont Arts: 9am: 276.632.3221: www.piedmontarts.org. 5-Oct. 3 – Basic Glass Fusing: The Artisan Center: 5:30-8:30pm: 276.656.5461: www. TheArtisanCenter.org. 7 – First Friday Art Walk: Studio 107: 5-7pm: 276.638.2107: www.piedmontarts.org. 15-Oct. 27 – PAA Exhibits: from then until now... and Works by Carole Bryant: Piedmont Arts Association: 276.632.3221: www. piedmontarts.org.

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14 – TGIF Concert Series: Uptown: 710:30pm: www.martinsvilleuptown.com. 15 – PHCC’s Big PHive-Oh Celebration: PHCC Main Campus: 9am: www.ph.vccs.edu. 15 – Craft & Collectible Fair: Spencer-Penn Centre: 9am: 276.957.5757: www.thecentreatspencerpenn.com. 28 – Gin & Jazz: Piedmont Arts: 7:30pm: 276.632.3221: www.piedmontarts.org. 29 – Live @ the Rives - YARN: Rives Theatre: 8pm: www.rivestheatre.wordpress.com.

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11 –Getting Started as an Artist Entrepreneur: The Artisan Center: 6-9pm: 276.656.5461: www.TheArtisanCenter.org. 13 – Book Discussion: Spencer-Penn Centre: 7pm: 276.957.5757: www.thecentreatspencerpenn.com. 18 –The Art of Social Media: The Artisan Center: 6-9pm: 276.656.5461: www. TheArtisanCenter.org. 20 –eVa Update and Report Training: PHCC Frith Building: 9am: 276.403.5940: www. yesmartinsville.com. 21 – Book Signing - Kristen-Paige Madonia: Piedmont Arts: 6pm: 276.632.3221: www. piedmontarts.org. 25 –Entrepreneurs, Artists and Taxes: The Artisan Center: 6-9pm: 276.656.5461: www. TheArtisanCenter.org.

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3-27 – Classes at the Centre: Chair Aerobics, Boot Camp/Power Sculpt: SpencerPenn Centre: Days/Times Vary: 276.957.5757: www.thecentreatspencerpenn.com. 4-Oct. 2 –Sewing Techniques: The Artisan Center: 5:30-8:30pm: 276.656.5461: www. TheArtisanCenter.org. 5,12,19,26 – Ballroom Dancing: SpencerPenn Centre: 6pm:-4pm 276.957.5757: www.thecentreatspencerpenn.com. 6 – Photography Club: Spencer-Penn Centre: 6:30pm: 276.957.5757: www.thecentreatspencerpenn.com. 6,13,20,27 – Seniors in the Know: SpencerPenn Centre: TH 10am: 276.957.5757: www.thecentreatspencerpenn.com. 6,13,20,27 – Nuts and Bolts of Digital Photography: The Artisan Center: 5:308:30pm: 276.656.5461: www.TheArtisanCenter. org. 6-Oct. 4 –Woodturning: The Artisan Center: 5:30-8:30pm: 276.656.5461: www. TheArtisanCenter.org. 11-Oct. 9 –Creating Beaded Jewelry: The Artisan Center: 5:30-8:30pm: 276.656.5461: www.TheArtisanCenter.org. 14 –VMNH Golf Tournament: Westlake Golf & Country Club: 11:20am: 276.634.4166: www.vmnh.net. 15 – Cruise In: Uptown: 4pm: 276.340.9144: www.martinsvilleuptown.com. 22,23 –Advanced Fused Glass: The Artisan Center: 12-4pm: 276.656.5461: www. TheArtisanCenter.org. 29 – Bob Ross Painting Workshop: Spencer-Penn Centre: 10am-4pm 276.957.5757: www.thecentreatspencerpenn.com.

Sml/Bedford Entertainment

Thru Sept. 15 - Escapes Art Exhibit: Bower Center for the Arts: 540.586.4235: www. bowercenter.org. Thru Sept. 30 - Old Jail Hill Art Space Exhibit: Goose Creek Studio: 540.586.8482: www.goosecreekstudio.com. Thru Oct. 30 - Farmers Market: Bedford Farmers Market: T-F 7am-2pm: 540.586.2148: www.centertownbedford.com. Thru Oct. 31 - Wildlife Wednesday Cruises: Virginia Dare: 12-2pm: 540.297.7100: www. vadarecruises.com. 1 - Appalachian Heritage Concert: Peaks of Otter Amphitheater: 2-4pm: 540.586.4496: www. visitbedford.com. 1 - Music Competition: Camp Karma: 540.297.5762 or 540.297.5067: www. campkarmavirginia.com. 1 - Sunset Saturdays Music Series: Hickory Hill Vineyards & Winery: 540.296.1393: www. smlwine.com. 1,23 - Virginia Carolina Concert: Peaks of Otter Amphitheater: 6:30pm/2pm: 540.586.4496: www.visitbedford.com. 2-30 - An Apple a Day Open House Open House: Peaks of Otter Winery: Sat/Sun 12-5pm: 540.586.3707: www.peaksofotterwinery.com. 7-16 - Purlie: Bedford Little Town Players: Times Vary: www.littletownplayers.com. 8 – Bedford Genealogy Fair: CVC College: 9am-3pm: 540.466.4247: www.bedfordgensociety. org. 8 - Music and Art in the Mountains: Blue Ridge Parkway: 434.377.2377: www.visitbedford. com. 8 - Country Fair: Sedalia Center: 10am-5pm: 434.299.6463: www.sedaliacenter.org. 8 - Make Your Own Trough: Poplar Forest: 10:30am-3pm: 434.525.1806: www.poplarforest. org. 8 – Music Jam: Camp Karma Primitive Camping: 7-10pm: 540.297.5762: www.visitbedford.com. 8,23 - Riddle on the Harp Concert: Peaks of Otter Amphitheater: 6:30pm/2pm: 540.586.4496: www.visitbedford.com. 9 – Grandparents Day: Poplar Forest: 10:30am3pm: 434.525.1806: www.poplarforest.org. 9 - Sunnyside Band Concert: Peaks of Otter Amphitheater: 2-4pm: 540.586.4496: www. visitbedford.com. 11 - Community Ecumenical Prayer Breakfast: National D-Day Memorial: 8:30am: 540.587.3619: www.dday.org. 11 – National Day of Service: SML State Park: 11:30am-2pm: 540.297.5998: www.dcr.virginia.gov. 14 - 2nd Fridays: Centertown Bedford: 540.586.2148: www.centertownbedford.com. 15 – Antique and Classic Boat Festival and Show: The Pointe at Mariners Landing: 540.297.9202: www.woodenboats.net. 15 – Harvest Jubilee and Wine Festival: Avoca Museum, Altavista: 12-6pm: 434.369.1076. 15 - Trifolkal Concert: Bower Center for the Arts: 7:30pm: 540.586.4235: www.bowercenter. org. 18 - Writers and War: National D-Day Memorial: 7pm: 540.587.3619: www.dday.org. 21 - POW/MIA Awareness Ceremony: National D-Day Memorial: 11am: 540.587.3619: www.dday.org. 21 – 3rd Friday Dance - ChaCha: The New

London Ruritan Club: 7pm: usadance6042.idnet.org. 21,22 - Caravan of Thieves The Funhouse Concert: Bedord Public Library: 7:30pm: 540.586.8911: www.friendsofbedfordlibrary.org. 22 – Bedford Humane Society Walk for the Animals: Goose Creek Studio: 10am-12pm: 540.586.6100: www.visitbedford.com. 22 - Harvestfest: Peaks of Otter: 10am-3pm: 540.586.4496: www.visitbedford.com. 22 - Harvest Time: Booker T. Washington National Monument: 10am-4pm: 540.721.2094: www.nps.gov/ bowa. 22 – National Public Lands Day: SML State Park: 11:30am-2pm: 540.297.5998: www.dcr.virginia.gov. 27,28,29 - Staurolite Exhibit: Bower Center for the Arts: 10am-6pm: 540.586.4235: www.bowercenter. org. 28 - Centerfest Kick Off Gala: Centertown Bedford: 6-9pm: 540.586.2148: www. centertownbedford.com. 28-30 - Civil War 150 HistoryMobile: Bedford Welcome Center: 540.587.5681: www.visitbedford. com. 28-Nov. 10 - Wildlife, Pets & Strange Creatures: Bower Center for the Arts: 540.586.4235: www. bowercenter.org. 29 - Centerfest: Centertown Bedford: 540.586.2148: www.centertownbedford.com. 29,30 - SML Wine Festival: Lakewatch Plantation: 540.721.1203. 30 - Cultural Reflections: Bower Center for the Arts: 3pm: 540.586.4235: www.bowercenter.org. 30 - Gold Star Mother’s Appreciation Day: National D-Day Memorial: 7pm: 540.587.3619: www. dday.org.

Roanoke Entertainment

8 – Gabriel Iglesias Concert: Roanoke Civic Center: 7pm: 877.482.8496: www.roanokeciviccenter. com. 14,15,16 – Roanoke Greek Festival: Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church: 540.362.3601: www. roanokegreekfestival.com. 15,16 – Home Show: Salem Civic Center: 800.745.3000: www.salemciviccenter.com. 20 – Impact Wrestling: Salem Civic Center: 7:30pm: 800.745.3000: www.salemciviccenter.com. 23 – Greater Virginia Bridal Show: Roanoke Civic Center: 1-5pm: 877.482.8496: www. roanokeciviccenter.com. 28 – Veggie Tales Live: Roanoke Civic Center: 2 & 6pm: 877.482.8496: www.roanokeciviccenter.com.

North Carolina Entertainment

1 – DRBA First Saturday Outing: Jacob’s Creek to Eagle Falls: 10am: www.danriver.org. 1-29 – Art Exhibit - White: Kirby Gallery, Roxboro: Reception 9/7, 6-8pm: 336.597.1709: www. kirbytheater.com. 5 – Tisha Duncan Reading & Book Signing: Person County Public Library: 10:30-11am: www. personcounty.net. 15 – Fall Crappie Classic: Mayo Lake, Roxboro: 7am-12pm: 336.597.7806: mayo.personcounty.net. 15 – Canoe & Kayak Trip: Mayo Lake, Roxboro: 9am-4pm: 336.597.7806: mayo.personcounty.net. 15,16 – Farm Tour: Person County: 1-5pm: 336.597.2884. 15 – Apple Fest: Historic Bethabara Park, WinstonSalem, NC: 10:30am-4:30pm: 336.924.8191: www. bethabarapark.org. 22 – Fall Bass Classic: Mayo Lake, Roxboro: 7am-

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3pm: 336.597.7806: mayo.personcounty.net. 22 – John Thorpe and Co.: Kirby Theater, Roxboro: 7:30pm: 336.597.1709: www.artsinperson.com. 29 – Fall Youth Fishing Derby: Mayo Lake, Roxboro: 9am-12pm: 336.597.7806: mayo.personcounty.net.

south Boston Entertainment

1,15 – Auto Racing: South Boston Speedway: 877.440.1540: www. southbostonspeedway.com. 6 – Red Clay Ramblers: The Prizery: 7:30pm: 434.572.8339: www.prizery.com. 7 – Friday Night Jams: South Main Street, Halifax: 6pm: 434.470.1602: www. gohalifaxva.com. 8 – Walk For Hope: Halifax Co. Fairgrounds: 10am-4pm: www.gohalifaxva.com. 8 – Shrimp & Wine Festival: Sans Soucy Vineyards, Brookneal,VA: 12-6pm: www.sanssoucyvineyards.com. 9 – Yoga Aid Challenge: Halifax Marketplace: 11am-1pm: www.yogaaid.com/ usa. 22 – Banister River Rally: Halifax Sportsman’s Club: 11am-4pm: susi. robbins@gmail.com: www.gohalifaxva.com. 29 – Harvest Festival: Downtown South Boston: 9am-5pm: 434.575.4208: www.soboharvestfest.com.

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11-19 – Marvelous Wonderettes: The Prizery: 7:30pm/3pm: 434.572.8339: www.prizery.com. 27 – October Halifest: Farmers Market, Halifax: 11am: 434.470.1602: www. gohalifaxva.com.

Martinsville

1 – Beginners’ Line Dance Workshop: Ballou Rec. Center: 11am-2pm: 434.799.5216: www.playdanvilleva.com. 2 – Authors on Campus Series - Toby Smith: Averett Blount Chapel: 11:15am: 434.791.5600: www.averett.edu. 3-Nov. 7 – Beginner Shag I & II: Ballou Rec. Center: 7-8pm/8-9pm: 434.799.5216: www.playdanvilleva.com. 4 – Authors on Campus Series - Toby Smith: Averett Blount Chapel: 7:30pm: 434.791.5600: www.averett.edu. 5,6 – River District Festival: Newton’s Landing: 10am: 434.799.2166: www. riverdistrictfestival.org. 5,6,7 – Heacock Classic Gold Cup:VIRginia Interanational Raceway: 434.822.7700: www.virnow.com. 6 – Imagine Children’s Festival: Carrington Pavilion: 10am-4pm: 434.793.4636: www.playdanvilleva.com. 9 – Hospice Volunteer Training: Ballou Rec. Center: 2-4pm: 434.799.5216: www.playdanvilleva.com.

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4 – Bob Ross Technique Workshop: Piedmont Arts: 9am: 276.632.3221: www.piedmontarts.org. 4,11,18,25 –Basic Glass Fusing: The Artisan Center: 6-8pm: 276.656.5461: www.TheArtisanCenter.org. 5 – First Friday Art Walk: Studio 107: 5-7pm: 276.638.2107: www. piedmontarts.org. 9-Nov. 6 – Hand-Building Pottery: The Artisan Center: 5:30-8:30pm: 276.656.5461: www.TheArtisanCenter.org. 9-Nov. 6 – Wearable Art: The Artisan Center: 5:30-8:30pm: 276.656.5461: www.TheArtisanCenter.org. 11 – The Rise and Fall of the Great F. Scott Fitzgerald: Piedmont Arts: 6pm: 276.632.3221: www.piedmontarts.org.

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4 – Alive After Five: Merritt Commons: 5:30-9:30pm: 336.599.0918. 11 – Shrimp Fest: 336.599.8333: www.visitroxboronc.com.

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What Was I Doing Again?

mystified by Misty Brooks Photograph by Kendall Cook

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Month to month you will find Misty stating the outrageous or ridiculous truths in her day-to-day life, and you will realize that you are not alone in this maniacal concept known as parenting. Yes, welcome to 5150 Lunatic Lane- Where skills and tactics are tried, tested, and often fail. But she keeps doing it anyway! Misty’s children Jason- 20, Corey-11, Spencer-10, Tucker-10, and Kendall-8 know all too well the joy and sorrow of being a big family. And new husband Scott is still waiting for the punch line.

Happy Birthday, Tucker! The house was quiet. Jason was gone to a softball game. Scott took Spencer and Corey to get some video games buffered. Tucker and Kendall were finishing up a snack, about to head up to Tucker’s room to play a game on his Xbox. Ahhh. What was I going to do with myself? I had at least an hour before Tucker and Kendall would be arguing. And even longer before anyone else would be home. I had some towels to put in the dryer, and then maybe I’d watch TV. I hardly ever watch TV. I’m mostly uninterested in it. I don’t like the sitting still part. In the washroom I found a cup that was tossed down the laundry shoot and mixed in with the towels. I washed it. Oops. I tossed the cup into the kitchen sink. It ricocheted, bouncing off the dirty dishes in the sink! Ugh, I’m reminded that I have a sink full of dirty dishes to put in the dishwasher. I can’t stand it, so I leave the laundry to knock out the dishes. I open the dishwasher to load them, and find clean dishes in there waiting to be put away. Nice. That is the story of my life. There is always a sink of dirty dishes waiting on a dishwasher full of clean ones to be put away. So I began. The clean tea pot reminds me to make tea. I put a pot of water on. Now to load the dirty dishes. Question....why would someone put a plate in the sink that still had food on it? (This was not done by a child.) Thank goodness for the handy little food disposal thingy in the sink. I love that thing. Except when it leaks underneath. That thought reminds me to change the bowl I have under the sink catching the water. It was nearly full. I tried as carefully as possible, while irritated, to make it up to the sink without spilling it. I wasn’t irritated that it was full. I was irritated that it still was not fixed. Of course, I spilled some. Gross. I sopped it up. I threw the soiled dishtowel in the washroom and caught a glimpse of wet clothes falling out the washer that I abandoned during the transfer to the dryer. Just great. Back to laundry duty. As I loaded the washer with towels I thought, I bet there are some clothes upstairs in the kids’ bathrooms. I went to check. Sure enough, everything they had on the day before was on the floor near the shower.

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Since I was close by I peeked in to check on Tucker and Kendall. Tucker was standing on his pillow, with his shoes on! What? I slid him off of it and took the pillowcase. His eyes never left the game. I thought, while I’m taking the pillowcase, I might as well go ahead and take the bedding and wash it. My mind wanders, I can’t believe how messy Corey’s room is. And I know he cleaned it just yesterday. What happened in here? I’m complaining to myself as I’m stripping the bed, and speaking of stripping... I had a desk sitting out on the breezeway that I started stripping the paint off of two days earlier. I needed to finish the job. When I say I started stripping it two days earlier, I really mean I started stripping it again two days earlier. I originally started last summer. I pinky-promised Kendall three weeks ago that I’d have it finished by the end of the summer. I had until September 21. Which reminded me....Tucker’s birthday is on September 22, as is my 20th Class Reunion. I need to plan a party, and find a sitter. I was going to plan the party first. That would be more fun. I opened the kitchen drawer looking for a pen, and then I saw the dishwasher standing open waiting on dirty dishes. OK, back to the dishes. Naturally, everything didn’t fit, so again, I had dirty dishes sitting in the sink waiting to be washed. Nope, not this time. I decided to wash them by hand. Just as I was drying the last dish, I thought I heard a little bickering coming from Tucker’s room, but I ignored it. Maybe it’ll just go away. I went back to party planning. I love making lists. I really just love to write. With pencils. The black ones, that come already sharpened. Halfway through my list, which took a while because I started making a regular grocery list off to the side of my party list, the dryer buzzer went off. The towels were dry. (Apparently the bickering was right on cue, the towels dried for 60 minutes.) I love folding towels. It’s my favorite thing about laundry. Matching up socks is my least favorite. I wish they were disposable. Since I already had the washer half full of clothes I couldn’t start on the bedding.Yay. I pulled the comforters and sheets out into the hallway. This is my normal routine, but this time it seemed like more of a chore. Usually when I wash bedding it’s planned. On this day it was sort of a spur of the moment thing. I sorted the bedding into its piles. The clothes were washing. Quality couch time was long due. Mama is going to watch some TV! Just as I got comfy, Kendall shows up; Tucker kicked her out. Figures. Usually he won’t even let her in his room. So, Kendall and I sat and watched TV together. Just as tranquility took over another little round of bickering broke out. Evidently Kendall and I don’t agree about what to watch. Phineas and Ferb is not my idea of relaxation. I searched the Guide until I realized there was nothing on TV that I cared to watch. I checked on the laundry and the dishes, and both were underway. I had nothing to do until the dryer buzzed again... SM