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COVER STORY
Mia’s Story One woman’s story of control and determination
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FEATURES 12: 16: 25: 33: 35:
Second Chances It’s SWELL A Community Recipe: Flavors of Forsyth Want to Sell? Need to Market! Assessing Your Child’s Report Card
LIFESTYLE 22: 23:
What is your bliss? Surviving Student Loans
MY HOME 14:
Colorful Shady Spaces
FORSYTH FOODIE 18: 19:
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Caribbean Flavors: Caribe Café Youth Foodie: Baba’s Gyro
Growth, By the Numbers RaceTrac: Our New Neighbor
HEALTH & WELLNESS 26: How Daily Habits Impact Your Sleep 30: Waist Loss, Weight Loss, Health Gained 32: Eye Allergies and Contact Lenses FAITH 37: 38:
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Choosing to Love Three Words that can Change Your Life
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Forsyth County Government News News Around Forsyth Book Review: The Aviator’s Wife The Country Preacher
About the cover: Meet Mia Tsirigos-Ferrell, who by age 48 years old had two children, a heart attack, weighed 298 pounds, and faced life and death decisions head on.
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Finding S Who
I’ve met several young men and women that spark an interest in me to be better and find the who in me. So, “Who am I?” Rachel, our editor, recently asked herself that very question. My colleague Nadine expressed a similar sentiment the same day – finding the Holy Grail: happiness. And then it hit me: whether you are in your twenties or your fifties, life is to be lived in the fulfillment of who we are for the better of our fellow man and woman, and ourselves.
Rachel wrote: “As a twenty something, American woman, I can’t help but be consumed with the ideas of ambition and productivity. The expectation that I must have a well defined career has been echoing in my mind for the eight years I’ve been bouncing around community colleges and majors. As the big 30 inches closer, it grows louder and louder. But then, my mind switched gears. Was I getting my life’s career path mixed up with my life’s purpose and meaning? Are they two different things? Was my true self trying to find a job title to wear as a mask? Has the American culture fooled my generation into thinking our careers and life purpose are one in the same, sitting at a table together, having tea, the best of friends!?!? Have fat paychecks and dental plans been whispering in our ears that we define our purpose when we pick a major or accept a promotion? Let me tell you something right now! If a career equals purpose, I have none, which of course, isn’t true. So if I’m not defined by my career (or lack thereof ), hobbies and social media image then again, “WHO THE HECK AM I?”
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Nadine wrote: “Wouldn’t it be great if there was a formula we could follow to become happier people? If we take our cues from TV commercials and slick magazine covers, we might buy into the premise that money, position, beauty, marriage or our geographical surroundings equate to happiness. But it’s not that simple. Science has taught us that other factors such as faith, friends and strong family relationships can play important roles. While research supports that our genes influence our life satisfaction, it turns out we can take ownership and increase our happiness by focusing on the three components of happiness identified by psychologist Martin Seligman in his book Authentic Happiness. The three components of happiness are pleasure, engagement and meaning. Of those three, pleasure was the least consequential. His strongest recommendation for lasting happiness is to figure out your strengths and discover new ways to deploy them. He offers tools on his website to help with this quest.” However you choose to define yourself, if that’s something you need to do, just remember that who you are is of your own doing. Happiness can be found in many places – often not noticeable in an instant but perhaps in succession of actions that lead to a smile in your heart. Why we do what we do, who we chose to align our lives with, and what we choose to do with our relationships is strictly a matter of choice. There’s not a rule book to happiness; yet there is a blank canvas where our story shall be written. I’m grateful there are colors to choose. Visit myforsyth.com/Blog to read the full text of Rachel’s and Nadine’s stories. By: Julie Brennan
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ver the past three years, I’ve grown accustomed to inter viewing people, learning from their experiences and sharing their stories with our readers.
Julie Brennan is the Publisher of My Forsyth magazine. She is a native of Vieques, Puerto Rico. Julie may be reached at julie@marketcomplete.com.
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Oh Yes I Can!
Mia’s Story of Courage and Perseverance
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y the time Mia TsirigosFerrell was 48 years old, she had two children, a heart attack and weighed 298 pounds. The 5’4” registered nurse was faced with life and death decisions she often helped others deal with during her work.
“I went to my doctor’s appointment with no idea what was going on inside my body,” Tsirigos-Ferrell recalled. “I knew I was overweight and was being treated for high blood pressure. But that I was within a week of atrial fibrillation…that I wasn’t ready to for.” Mia’s doctor performed a Cardiac catheterization (also called cardiac cath or coronary angiogram), an invasive imaging procedure that tests for heart disease by allowing your doctor to "see" how well your heart is functioning. And Mia’s wasn’t doing too well. “I was told I needed to change a few things in my life – less stress, exercise more, and lose weight. Certainly, I thought,” Mia remembered thinking to herself. Mia survived her heart attack and returned to life as usual. Except things had changed a bit; realizing that she almost lost her life and that she needed to do something about her weight, Mia did what she often told her patients. “I talked to my doctors and was told that basically my metabolism had shut down.” Mia chose to attend an informational seminar about weight loss surgery with her husband and son. “My family supported my decision to have
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weight loss surgery and I did,” she recalled. Mia credits her heart attack and her weight loss surgery with saving her life. “I had lap-band surgery and have lost 100 pounds since the surgery. My blood pressure is under control – I don’t have to take medication to keep it normal anymore. My confidence level is higher and I trust I’ve done what I needed to do to become a healthier me,” Mia stated with a lively smile. Her surgery took place at Northside Hospital Forsyth. “It was an easy decision to have my surgery at the same hospital where I work,” Mia confided. “As a nurse I know the remarkable team of nurses and healthcare providers that work there. I also knew that Dr. William Johnson was the right doctor for me, so I chose him to take care of the initial steps on my course towards a healthier me.” Mia recalled how after her surgery and recuperation time, riding a bicycle became fun again; she had more energy when taking care of her patients, and her cardiologist was happy with her progress as well. “My kids were very proud of my decision and supported me all the way. Today I feel better, am able to participate in more of their events, and have so much to look forward to in my life,” Mia concluded. Mia’s son is an assistant coach at Kennesaw State University, where he graduated with a degree in Sports Management. Her daughter earned a softball scholarship and currently attends Indiana University. The family now enjoys a healthier lifestyle and the benefits it brings.
"Today I feel better, am able to participate in more of their events, and have so much to look forward to in my life"
Clinical Diagnosis of Obesity Obesity is a rapidly expanding problem in the United States. Current research suggests that over 127 million Americans are overweight, and over 34% of Americans are obese. This means three out of every five Americans are either overweight or obese and the percentages have doubled over the past 20 years. In the United States, up to 300,000 deaths per year can be linked to obesity. Morbid obesity was originally defined as any individual weighing twice their ideal body weight or greater than 100 pounds over their ideal body weight. The current definition of obesity is based on body mass index (BMI) which is a mathematical formula that compares a person’s height and weight. A value less than 25 kg/m2 is considered “normal”.
Overweight individuals are classified as having a BMI between 25 and 30 kg/m2. Obese patients have a BMI over 30 kg/m2 and individuals who are morbidly obese have a BMI over 40 kg/m2. It is now estimated that over 12 million Americans are morbidly obese.
is connected by tubing to an access port. The access port sits on the rectus muscles (six-pack muscles), but below the skin and fat. Using the access port, saline can be injected into the inflatable inner ring within the band to narrow the upper portion of the stomach.
What is the LAP-BAND?
What is the Sleeve Gastrectomy?
The LAP-Band or Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding procedure is the least invasive and safest of all the procedures done for weight loss. The procedure works by limiting the amount of food the stomach can hold after eating, erasing hunger and allowing the patient to be full eating only a small amount of food. This is why it works better than any diet you’ve ever tried. It involves placing an inflatable silicone band around the upper part of the stomach. The band
The Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy procedure is one of newer procedures used to treat obesity. It became an approved bariatric procedure by the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery in 2009. Most studies show 60–70% excess weight loss with this procedure at one year. Information courtesy of Dr. William Johnson | atlantabariatrics.com
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FORS Y TH COUNT Y GOVERNMENT NEWS 110 E. Main Street, Suite 210 TV Forsyth – Comcast Channel 23 forsythco.com
Attention Campers: Shady Grove Campground Open for the Season
properly. Flags can be dropped off at the following Forsyth County Recycling Convenience Center locations:
The 2014 camping season in Forsyth County is officially underway as Shady Grove Campground is now open for use. The campground will remain open until November 2.
• Coal Mountain Center, 3560 Settingdown Road • Old Atlanta Center, 3678 Old Atlanta Road • Tolbert Street Center, 351 Tolbert Street
In addition to the more than 110 campsites for campers to enjoy, the 109-acre campground’s amenities include a beach and swim area, boat ramp with courtesy dock, group campsites with picnic shelters, playground, tent camping areas and campsites with water and 30 and 50 amp power hookups.
The recycling convenience centers are open Monday through Saturday from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and are closed on Sundays and county holidays.
Shady Grove Campground is located at 7800 Shadburn Ferry Road in Cumming on the shores of Lake Lanier. For more information, visit www.forsythco.com/parks or call 770.205.6849.
Citizens can also utilize the flag retirement drop-box available at Forsyth County Fire Station 1 at 234 Castleberry Industrial Drive. This drop-box is also a joint effort of Forsyth County and the American Legion.
Celebrate a Special Event at Sawnee Mountain Preserve Create a birthday party experience your child will never forget at Forsyth County’s Sawnee Mountain Preserve. Party themes feature crafts, games, nature walks, and natural science exploration. Nature themed parties are available for ages three and up, and include ‘Buggy Birthday Bash’ and ‘Animal Encounters.’ Tree climbing birthday parties are also available for children ages eight and up. These parties allow attendees to experience a bird’s eye view high in the trees of the Sawnee Mountain Preserve. All equipment is provided.
Properly Retire Worn-Out American Flags: Four Drop-Off Locations Forsyth County residents seeking a way to properly retire their worn out American flags can do so at four locations throughout the county—the county’s three recycling convenience centers and Forsyth County Fire Station 1. At the three Forsyth County Recycling Convenience Centers, worn out flags can be given to the center’s attendant. The American Legion Post 307 will then collect the flags from the recycling convenience centers and ensure they are retired
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The Sawnee Mountain Preserve is also a great location for office retreats, scout events and family reunions. Programs are tailored to meet each group’s needs, and can include such activities as rock climbing and the canopy walk. For additional information and pricing, or to schedule a party or event at the Preserve, call 770.781.2217.
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Hike 4 Hyde set for April 26 at Sawnee Mountain When the Hyde Talbot, now 7, was diagnosed with Atypical HUS (Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome), a rare, fatal hereditary autoimmune disease that requires lifelong treatment, his family decided to do all they could to help him fight this disease while making sure others knew about it. The Talbots have, along with family and friends, hosted the Hike 4 Hyde, now in its sixth year. This year the hike will be in honor of two tough little guys, Hyde and Bryan. This day of family fun benefits Children's Healthcare of Atlanta and The Foundation for Children with Atypical HUS research efforts. The event features a hike up beautiful Sawnee Mountain along with many children's activities including a bounce house, giant slide, face painting, scavenger hunt, tiedyeing, and much more. The event runs from 9 am to 3 pm. Participants are encouraged to hike/walk/run at their own pace and times convenient to them. To learn more Hyde and Bryan, details on the event and to register, please visit Hike4Hyde.com. The hike has raised over $123,000 since it began. Sawnee Mountain Preserve Park is located at 4075 Spot Road in Cumming.
platform. The custom assembled flight package gives the crew the ability to capture stunning aerial footage of their fly-fishing adventures. Tim stated “Right out of the box the new Phantom 2 flew like a dream after having the Atlanta Hobby staff preassemble all the data links and flight controls to allow us to see what we are filming from the air in real time on the ground. Having the DJI Phantom 2, GoPro Hero Black 3+, along with the expertise of the Atlanta Hobby crew is the ultimate combination. We are very glad to have them onboard to help with the aerial production side of our show.” Cliff Whitney, owner of Atlanta Hobby and Atlanta UAV said, “ I have been involved in the Photography and Television industries since 1978.
Recycling Convenience Center tours, interactive class offered Keep Forsyth County Beautiful invites residents to celebrate Earth Day 2014 at Forsyth County’s Coal Mountain Recycling Convenience Center, located inside Coal Mountain Park. Residents can learn more about how recycling works in their community through tours of the Coal Mountain Recycling Convenience Center. No registration is required for the tours, which will be offered on the following dates and times:
Hyde and Bryan at the 4th Annual Hike
Chasing waters AtlantaHobby.com and Atlanta-UAV.com announced today a partnership with the “Toad Fly Crew” from the new hit TV series, “Chasing Waters” (www.chasingwaters.com). This new show airs every Monday at 10 pm eastern on the Pursuit Channel (Direct TV and Dish) and follows a group of buddies as they fish their way through the south, conquering major fly-fishing destinations.
• Monday, April 21 at 4 pm • Tuesday, April 22 at 5 pm A special tour entitled “Homeschool Special” is scheduled for Tuesday, April 22, at 11 a.m. The “Homeschool Special” invites homeschooled students to tour the center, bring a sack lunch to enjoy in the park, and participate in an interactive class about the dangers of water pollution. Registration for the class is preferred but not required to attend. For more information on any of these events or to schedule a tour for your group, call Keep Forsyth County Beautiful at 770.205.4573. Coal Mountain Park is located at 3560 Settingdown Road in Cumming.
Tim Bull is the star of “Chasing Waters” and the owner of “The Toad Fly”, a full service fly shop located in Conway, AR. Tim was introduced to fly-fishing at an early age, and has a passion for sharing the adventures it provides. Atlanta Hobby provides the cast with Aerial video consulting services as well as the necessary multi-rotor helicopter video Community
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Second Chances It was Friday, January 17 of this year that I attended a special event at the Forsyth Conference Center. It was a celebration of the tenth anniversary of Forsyth County’s Felony Drug Court. This was a vision of Superior Court Chief Judge, Stan Gault. While he passed away suddenly and before this court could be established, his longtime friend, Superior Court Chief Judge Jeffrey Bagley made his vision a reality. Drug Court was established for several purposes; ending the cycle of substance abuse for addicts who are serious about changing their lives, enhancing public safety, and reducing the caseload in the criminal justice system. If caught using drugs, these offenders are going to stop using drugs in one of two ways; they can spend time in jail or they can choose to participate in the Drug Court substance abuse treatment program. Not all offenders are eligible to participate in the program and not all of those given the opportunity to participate, accept the terms of the program. This program is not a quick fix, the minimum length of time in the program is 2 years. Judge Bagley has a very specialized treatment team made up of attorneys, probation officers, drug treatment providers, law enforcement, District Attorney, Penny Penn and Drug Court Coordinator, Jennifer Johnston. In 2013, Drug Court graduated 38 sober, clean and productive members of society to our Forsyth County community. They were all employed at graduation and some obtained their GED while in the program. To the many who graduate Drug Court and continue to live a life of sobriety believe Drug Court did, in fact save their life. I have heard that declaration time and time again from graduates of the program. Addicts have many different faces, but the most inspiring images to those who are successful are the “before” Drug Court and the “after” completion of Drug Court pictures they are presented with at graduation. Drug Court gives people second chances to those who want a better life for themselves and their families. Our mission: To improve lives in our community by mobilizing the caring power and spirit of our citizens.
By: Ruth Goode
United Way of Forsyth County P.O. Box 1350 Cumming, GA 30028 770.781.4110 unitedwayforsyth.com
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Ruth Goode is the Executive Director of United Way Forsyth. She may be reached at 770-781-4110 or ruth@unitedwayforsyth.com.
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Great color for shady spaces can be achieved with foliage and leaf color. The go-to plant for years has been Walleriana Impatiens. They have become unviable due to the Downey Mildew Fungus that has invaded the U.S. The fungus lives on the bottom of the leaves and kills the plant slowly. Symptoms include but are not limited to discoloration, slow growth, no blooms and dropping leaves. So far no fungicides can kill this new fungus. This is a dilemma that can be overcome if you are willing to shift gears and try some different plant material. There are many different plants that work well in the shade and will give your shady areas lots of color. You don't have to have blooms to have color. Caladiums are a great way to add color to shady spaces. They are easy to grow and come in a variety of sizes and colors.
Lamium is great in shade as well. It has a trailing habit and comes in several variegated leaf patterns and flower colors. It works well in baskets and planters. When planted in larger containers it is almost always perennial and usually only needs thinning from year to year. It is a very easy plant to grow if you don't have lots of experience or time to spend in the garden.
The Spider Plant is a great spiky texture for shade containers. With a dark green edged leaf and a white center they help amplify all the other colors. They work well indoors as well as outside in the summer. They are very easy to grow and help clean the air as well as produce oxygen when used indoors.
drought tolerant and can also provide a trailing effect to your baskets and planters. The last and final plant in the shade lineup is the New Guinea Impatient. They come in lots of colors and a green or bronze leaf. They have feather shaped leaves and large blooms that add loads of flower color to your shade planters and beds. They do like a little more water than other plants but are well worth it if you need a flower for the shade.
Don't be trapped into buying the regular old Impatiens for your shady spots this year. The fungus comes in on the wind and there is no cure for it as of yet. Do yourself a favor and look at a few of these options to replace them. These are as easy to grow and are not affected by the fungus. I hope this helps you in the garden this season. Good luck and happy gardening!
The different types of Setcrecias work well in the shade. They come in purple, white with green and lime green. They are
By: Casey Norris
Colorful Shady Spaces
Casey Norris may be reached at Ladyslipper Rare Plant Nursery at 770-345-2998.
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SWELL, (Solutions for Well-Being through Education of Local Resources for a Better Livability), Forsyth County’s first community prosecution program was organized by SolicitorGeneral Donna Gopaul. “SWELL was developed to resolve community issues before someone falls victim to crime. Knowing that crime in our area detracts from quality of life and private economic development, SWELL strives to maintain and enhance our community's reputation as a leader in Georgia,” Gopaul explained. The program functions by bringing together a network of existing community resources, law enforcement and the Solicitor’s office in order to present alternate solutions to community issues before they end in the courtroom. “These entities work together through SWELL to embrace tools other than criminal prosecution to address a variety of issues ranging from vandalism to a need for speed bumps and stop signs in your neighborhood,” stated Gopaul. “This collaborative effort is designed to educate our community on how to use the resources that already exist to enhance our quality of life.” “With your help, the SWELL program can provide solutions to community issues that ultimately enable Forsyth County to be a safer place to live, work, raise a family and retire,” added Gopaul.
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If you need assistance with a situation or have concerns about a particular issue within our community, please contact the SWELL program. A SWELL team member may be reached by phone at 678.372.9339 or email at swell@forsythco.com. To learn more about SWELL, please visit the website at www.SWELLForsyth.com. By: Rachel Buckley
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key building block of livable communities is sustainability. Sustainability focuses on planning, resource-use, design, and development policies and strategies that meet today’s needs, but do so without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. The movement also relies upon using a sustainable planning, design and development approach that integrate the principles underpinning livability—and maintaining those principles over time as community issues emerge.
Rachel Buckley is the editor of My Forsyth Magazine. She can be reached at rachel@myforsyth.com
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In 2011, I adopted Baby Girl at the Humane Society of Forsyth County. It’s the best decision I’ve ever made. She is a part of our lives and has brought joy to our entire family. I can’t imagine life without her.
Adopt. Foster. Volunteer. Advocate. Donate. There’s always something you can do for the Humane Society of Forsyth County! 4440 Keith Bridge Road, Cumming GA 30041 770-887-6480 | www.forsythpets.org rescue@forsythpets.org
All HSFC pets are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and up to date on all vaccinations at the time of adoption.
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A little Caribe in Forsyth
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sland cuisine is one of my favorites—a mixture of herbs and spices to delight one's palate. Discerning tastes can feast on the aromas of cilantro, recao, and garlic combined with root vegetables, meats, and seafood; bursts of flavor that simply make me smile. Rice and beans–black or red–are staples kitchens. Sort of like potatoes in America. I grandmother serving rice, beans and pasta. overload! Café Caribe’s tastes are as close to as I’ve had in a while.
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Appetizers include empanadas (turnovers), yucca (cassava), croquetas (breaded ham paste) and papas rellenas (stuffed mashed potatoes). Plantain chips are also available. Plantains are a member of the banana family. They are a starchy, low in sugar variety that is cooked before serving as it is unsuitable raw. It is used in many savory dishes somewhat like a potato would be used and is very popular in Western Africa and the Caribbean countries. It is usually fried or baked. This vegetable-banana can be eaten and tastes different at every stage of development. The interior color of the fruit will remain creamy, yellowish or lightly pink. When the peel is green to yellow, the flavor of the flesh is bland and its texture is starchy. As the peel changes to brown or black, it has a sweeter flavor and more of a banana aroma, but still keeps a firm shape when cooked. There are several dishes to choose from as the menu at Café Caribe is extensive. I’ve tried several dishes and have enjoyed every one of them. Even my Rochester born friend was impressed with the cuisine; island food was something she had not tried until she met me. She’s ready to go back and try their ox tail. Now back to plantains. Another dish I really enjoy is mofongo. Fried green plantains are mashed together in
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a wooden mortar and pestle with broth, garlic, pork bits and olive oil. Mofongo can be served with garlic shrimp, Creole sauce, shredded flank steak, or by itself. I hope you’ll give island cuisine a try sometime soon. And if you’ve tried it before and enjoyed it, check out the offerings at Café Caribe. Sabroso! Café Caribe 3455 Peachtree Pkwy Suwanee, GA 30024 678.455.7404 • gocafecaribe.com Open daily at 11 am
Youth Foodie: Baba’s Gyros and Kabobs Now, for the food. First, I’ll start with kids. They have a kids menu, but I beg you, if you are a kid, don’t get a grilled cheese or chicken tenders here. To try something Greek, order a gyro. What’s in a gyro you might ask? Meat, which can be lamb or chicken, tsasiki sauce, tomatoes and lettuce all in soft pita bread. The sauce really compliments the meat and creates a tornado of flavor in your mouth. For kids favorites like pizza, I recommend flat bread pizza. Pepperoni is my favorite, but there are other flavors, too. My mom likes the Mediterranean with gyro meat. For adults, I asked my parents what they like. My mom likes the chicken tandoori and the chicken kubideh, which is chicken meatballs on a skewer. Dad loves the braised lamb shank or filet kabobs. For a side dish, I like the Greek potatoes.
They remind me of French fries but have Greek seasoning and are shaped like potato chips. Mr. Izadi, loves the kabobs but says the gyros are the most popular menu item. There are also great Greek salads and great homemade desserts like a warm fudge brownie with ice cream or a plain brownie, and many more homemade desserts like tiramisu. Go out and get a great Greek or Persian dinner because it will be a good treat to try something new. If you like it, go back and try a brand new entrée and dessert – it will make you feel good! By: Ava Clavijo
Hey, it’s me again. Last time I wrote, I talked about the Chocolaterie. I really hope you tried it and got one of their delicious chocolates. Today, I’m writing about Baba’s Gyros and Kabobs a very homey and fancy place but still kid friendly. “Baba” means Daddy in Persian, which makes sense because the owner, Fraidoon Izadi, is Persian himself. You might think that the only thing they have is Persian food, but he puts Greek and Persian flavors together because they are similar. A Persian kabob is basically the same as Greek souvlaki. If you like Greek food, you may want to give something new a try. The restaurant is off of 141 next to a Shell gas station and convenient store, but don’t let the appearance dissuade you from going in and giving it a try.
Ava is a student at Cumming Elementary School. She enjoys trying new foods and restaurants. Ava is ten years old. She may be reached at ava@myforsyth.com.
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Growth, By the Numbers Since the economic downturn of 2007 Forsyth County and the City of Cumming have continually ranked among the fastest growing and most affluent communities in the nation. Many experts forecast that this trend will continue for years to come. According to The Nielsen Company’s Claritas database, by the end of 2014 Forsyth County’s population will reach 196,079 residents—resulting in a growth rate of 11.7% between 2010 and 2014. Comparatively, the population of the United States of America is forecasted to grow by 3.5% during the same time period. A recent study commissioned by The Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce suggests that the recent influx of new residents will have a positive impact upon Forsyth County’s residential housing market. According to the 2014 Demographic Analysis of Forsyth County “the number of households in this area is estimated to change from 59,433 to 65,798, resulting in an increase of 10.7% between 2010 and the current year. Over the next five years the number of households is projected to increase by 10.2%. By comparison over the next five years the number of households in the United States of America is projected to increase by 3.7%. Although the rapid growth of Forsyth County and the City of Cumming’s population has positively impacted the community’s residential market, it has also created a long-term challenge for the sustainability of the community’s tax digest. According to the Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce’s 5-year economic development plan entitled “Business First”, “Forsyth County homeowners on average pay $1,441 in property taxes and use $2,904 of services, thereby creating a $1,463 gap. The Chamber of Commerce plans to address this issue by increasing the commercial segment of the community’s tax digest from its current level of 20% to 25% over the next 5 years. By doing so, the community will gain $870 million in new capital investment. Local experts maintain that the community is on track to achieving this goal. During the 2014 Economic Outlook Breakfast real estate expert Frank Norton stated "if you look at the office market statistics you'll see that 60 percent of all the office leasing in the last three years has taken place within a five-mile radius of GA 400 and the Perimeter.
By: Randall Toussaint
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Randall Toussaint is the VicePresident of the Cumming Forsyth Chamber of Commerce. He may be reached at 770.887-6461.
Welcome to RaceTrac: Our New Neighbor
RaceTrac’s American roots run deep. Beginning in 1934, at the young age of 23, Carl Bolch, Sr. purchased his first gas station in St. Louis, Missouri. He named his first station Bolch Trackside Service Station. Twenty-five years later, in 1959, Mr. Bolch found his next opportunity in Opp, Alabama where he purchased the Oil Well Company of Opp, Alabama. The combination of his experience with Bolch Trackside Service Stations and the Oil Well Company of Opp, Alabama laid the foundation for the emergence of one of America’s largest and greatest privately held companies. From proud and humble beginnings, this “Made in America,” company we now know today as RaceTrac In 1967 Carl Bolch, Jr. joined forces with his dad in Montgomery, Alabama. The two Bolch’s would make their mark via their innovations and soon the retail gasoline business would never be the same. Working together the father and son duo would open the first self-service gas stations in Alabama and Georgia in the early
1970’s. During America’s Bicentennial year of 1976 RaceTrac established their headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia. By 2012 RaceTrac and their owneroperator company RaceWay, together with 6,300 employees, had grown to over 600 convenience gasoline retail stores throughout 12 southern states. RaceTrac serves over 400,000 guests each day. The Bolch family’s innovative personalities steered them into new opportunities. During a recent interview for a national publication, Allison Moran, RaceTrac CEO stated “We’re not afraid to try anything new, and we’re willing to take risks.” Ms. Moran earned her stripes over the past eighteen years working at RaceTrac alongside her dad, Carl Bolch, Jr., who is the Chairman of the Board. Besides being “risk takers” the Bolch family and their finely honed team at RaceTrac also have a keen eye for a real estate opportunity. This eye for success brought them to Forsyth County where they acquired the most desired “Boardwalk of Corners” in the county, across from The Collection and South Forsyth High School. RaceTrac has been named a “Top Workplace” Honoree by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution for the past three years and their Forsyth store will provide twenty new jobs for the local community. There will be 24 fueling stations along with more than 4,000 retail and food service items. Freshly brewed coffee is a big winner with RaceTrac’s customers. RaceTrac sells over 25 million cups of coffee a year coffee. Coffee lovers will have an expansive coffee bar with six blends of freshly brewed coffee. A variety of mouth-watering
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hen you step-in into Forsyth’s new RaceTrac, located at the corner of Ronald Reagan Parkway and Peachtree Parkway, you will be experiencing eighty years of gas station evolution. The early days of just a barebones gas station have given way to the twenty first century 6,000 square foot, state of the art, “Convenience Store of Choice.”
freshly baked goods will be available to go along with your coffee. RaceTrac’s tea drinkers who will enjoy 12 freshbrewed iced teas to enjoy. A thirsty customer, desiring a beverage drink, will be able to choose from all their favorite soft drinks plus 24 frozen beverage flavor drinks. At the new Swirl World frozen yogurt bar, one can choose from 10 different yogurt flavors with over 40 toppings. Indoor and outdoor seating, along with free Wi-Fi, will provide the customer ample opportunity to enjoy one of Nathan’s Famous Hotdogs. Hotdogs are a big business at RaceTrac with RaceTrac selling enough hotdogs to lap around Atlanta on I-285 ten times. That’s 650 miles of hotdogs. Eighty years after the f irst Bolch’s Trackside Service Stations, Forsyth County’s newest neighbor is posed to make a positive impact on our community. RaceTrac’s Community Marketing Managers will make sure RaceTrac is partnering with groups, schools and causes important to their guests. When you have an opportunity please visit our new neighbor. A neighbor whose core values, of honesty and respect, are like those of other American families. The Bolch family and the thousands of employees of RaceTrac are proud to call their “Convenience Store of Choice” their new home in Forsyth County. Katielee is a senior at South Forsyth High School. She may be reached at katieleekaner@myforsyth.com.
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It’s a brisk morning; the sun radiates its warmth on my face. My body is in a rhythm as I hit mile two, only one point two miles to go. A favorite song of mine blasts through my ear buds, my pace picks up as I get lost in the music. It is a feeling of pure bliss! Memories flash back to my life when all I had to do was take care of myself. Running, especially, in races for various causes was such a big part of my life. I realize how much I miss this piece of me.
Was there a time when taking that spin class not only exercised your body but left you feeling strong and powerful? Maybe it’s that drawing or painting hobby that allowed you to enter into a mindset of creativity? Or was it getting out for a hike and breathing in all the energy of nature which refreshed and revitalized your spirit? It could be building model cars or restoring furniture? We all have something that brings out our inner child and generates tremendous joy.
Do you ever feel this way? What is your bliss? The activities that brought you
Identify what it is for you. What is
The Aviator’s Wife By Melanie Benjamin A Book Review by Allie Smith The Aviator’s Wife by Melanie Benjamin is a fictional version of Anne Morrow Lindbergh’s life, focusing on the years she was married to Charles Lindbergh. It was a very turbulent forty-five years, for both the Lindbergh’s and the world in general. I found myself fascinated by these “characters” and needing to know more. I’ve since ordered biographies of Anne and Charles, as well as books authored by each of them. Anne Morrow was a shy college senior when she was introduced to the heroic, world-renowned aviator in 1927. After a quick courtship and marriage, the newly weds traveled the globe by air. Charles taught Ann how to fly and she became the first licensed female glider pilot in the country, as well as an expert radio operator and navigator. Together, the first couple of the air set a number of aviation records. They had it all, until the 1932 kidnapping and murder of their first born child, Charles A. Lindbergh Jr. Following the conviction and execution of the kidnapper, the Lindberghs
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Our lives can be full in many ways; we can love our family but still yearn for that “something” that is just for us. Give yourself permission and go for it. A happier and fulfilled you will provide a better role model to everyone.
Christine Roberts is a volunteer with Mentor Me-North GA. She is also an author, motivational speaker, certified child advocate, former corporate manager, wife and mother of two children. She may be reached at christine@cmrobertsllc.com.
fled to Europe where they lived in self-imposed, heartbroken exile for a number of years. It was during this time that Charles became an “isolationist” with extremely controversial ideas that many believed were anti-Semitic. The hero was no more. Running away did little to heal the grief of the bereaved parents. The marriage slowly splintered apart and never fully recovered. Once back in America, both became celebrated authors and their images were somewhat rehabilitated. Anne focused on raising their five children, while Charles traveled the world for “work.”Charles Lindbergh was an expert pilot with unwavering bravery, but he was not necessarily a good man. His family suffered because of his “greatness.” The characteristics that enabled him to make history also kept him from being the man his family needed. This beautifully written novel paints a glamorous and complicated picture of a vagabond couple who was hunted by the press and who paid the ultimate price for their fame and fortune, without ever really recovering their hearts or their glory. The ending, which my research verified as historically accurate,is a game changer that will make you question how we, as a society, worship our heroes. By: Allie Smith
What is your bliss?
your bliss? Think back about what aspect of you has taken a back seat. Make time in the next five days to bring him or her to the forefront. Research that sculpture class, sign up for the running club, figure out where there’s a cooking school to learn some new recipes, pull out those hiking boots and find a trail nearby. Take action, you deserve it!
By: Christine Roberts
delight have been pushed aside by family, career, and other obligations. There’s a void that you can’t put your finger on. Your mind is so cluttered with all the “noise” of life that you aren’t even conscious of the fact that you haven’t’ taken a moment to indulge in something that is just for you.
Allie Smith is an avid reader, traveler and the mother of four children. You can follow her on Goodreads or her blog www.thelatchkeymom.com. She can be reached at asreadsforsyth@gmail.com.
When people speak today about higher education for their children it often brings up the thought of student loans. It seems that almost everyone you run into today has a student loan. I meet many parents that approach the only option for their child to go to college is if he or she uses a student loan and, essentially, mortgages the rest of their life. There has to be, and there truly are, better options. Don’t convince yourself and your child that the only way to college is to finance that opportunity. Doing so will leverage their financial future and possibly yours. You have options. Some of them may not sound appealing, but they are options that will help avoid school debt and the sooner you start the better. Has the thought ever occurred that you could pay for their education? That is a frightening and ridiculous thought when you begin to add up what that would cost over a four year period. But think
for a minute – if you did not have a car payment, or a credit card payment, or a house payment – could you handle the expense of college? The answer is likely yes, but that would means changing the way you live now.
Here in our state, the Hope Scholarship is one that can help most young people to achieve a college education and the requirements to obtain and sustain the benefit are not overwhelming – if your student applies themselves.
As part of or instead of footing the bill, at the right time in your plan you can begin to save in the proper accounts and amass a good stash to cover the education expense. Again, two things play into the success of having enough – having the financial means (the right approach) and starting early. Great investment options are available.
Another option that most students tend to forget about is their ability to work through college. While not at the top of their list, having some financial skin in the game will help ensure that the years in college are definitely spent obtaining the degree versus some other adventure students tend to wonder down.
Another option that is rarely considered is the educational merits of a scholarship. This year our third will graduate and I am amazed at how some parents start looking at the child’s scholarship ability late in the high school years. Preparing them for college and instilling into them the ex-pectations of a solid education is something that needs to start when they first start school.
Finally, recognize that college is not for everyone. We still need people who know trades. We still need entrepreneurs. Do not be alarmed or disappointed if your child does not line up to be the college student you expected.
By: Parkey Thompson
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Parkey Thompson is a personal financial coach. He may be reached at 678-648-9940. Visit www.myfinancialfocus.com for more information about his services.
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Founded by Judge Charlie Smith and Buddy Lang, Bald Ridge Lodge is a state licensed child caring institution whose mission is to provide a safe haven and counseling in a therapeutic environment for boys who are in need of protection, direction and supervision. We strive to nurture the child and strengthen family relationships. Since its founding, Bald Ridge Lodge has served hundreds of youth from the Forsyth County community and the surrounding area. Without your generous support Bald Ridge Lodge would not be able to protect our young men and deliver these essential services.
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A Community Recipe One beautiful Saturday. Hundreds of tasty treats. Thousands of people. Mix all the ingredients and you get Flavors of Forsyth!
carries us a step closer to fulfilling our vision of creating a community where all people have the opportunity to engage, thrive and achieve a better quality of life,” Goode explains.
Kids Zone and Artist Market
United Way’s one-day event, filled with fun activities for kids of all ages, music, and a large sampling of treats from area restaurants is North Georgia’s most tasteful event!
Flavors is not just about food; there’s also an area dedicated to kids’ events, including bouncy houses, face-painting and other activities for the young festival goers.
“This Festival of food benefits nonprofit organizations and programs throughout our community,” explains Ruth Goode, Executive Director of United Way of Forsyth County.
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This year the event will be held at the Forsyth Conference Center, located on the campus of Lanier Technical College.
Saturday, May 10 4:00 – 8:00 pm Forsyth Conference Center “We want to make sure the event has something to offer everyone,” states Lindsay Bohannon, United Way’s Administrative Assistant. “There’s also an area for artists to showcase their work,” explains Melissa Corliss, United Way’s Director of Community Impact.
For Attendees Imagine local chefs showcasing some of their restaurant’s favorites-from appetizers to entrees. “The variety of delicacies is fantastic,” Goode adds. Attendees have an opportunity to vote for the restaurant they believe is the best at Flavors of Forsyth. The winner earns the coveted “People’s Choice Award.” “Flavors of Forsyth offers an opportunity for restaurateurs, businesses and artists to gain exposure, but equally as important, the event provides an occasion to celebrate the generosity of our community. Flavors of Forsyth
BB Boys Scouts BB CASA BB Children's Center for Hope & Healing BB Challenged Child and Friends BB Family Haven BB Forsyth County 4-H Council BB Forsyth County Child Advocacy Center BB Georgia Highlands Medical Center BB Girl Scouts BB Jesse’s House BB Literacy Forsyth BB Mentor Me North Georgia BB The Place of Forsyth County BB Bald Ridge Lodge
Food and drink items will range in price from $.50 to $3 per sample and tickets may be purchased on-site during the event. Admission into the event is FREE and parking will be available around the conference center with shuttle service. Vendor and volunteer opportunities are also available for the event. For those interested, call 770.781.4110 or visit www.UnitedWayForsyth.com. You can also check their Facebook page (www. Facebook.com/FlavorsofForsyth) for continuous updates.
A chalk walk is also included, with prices awarded to the top three artists.
The Purpose of Flavors While promoting some of Forsyth’s great restaurants, the event raises funds for community organizations. “The generosity of our sponsors, participating restaurants, vendors and volunteers allow us to raise funds for various organizations in our community,” Goode explains. Among the organizations assisted by United Way are:
With your support, United Way of Forsyth County serves the community every day. Come join them on Saturday, May 10 and let them serve you the best Forsyth County has to offer.Don’t miss out! Mark your calendars and get ready to enjoy the magnificent tastes at Flavors of Forsyth!
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How Daily Habits Impact Your Sleep
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good night’s sleep is important to your health for many reasons. Chronic lack of sleep has been linked to such health problems as obesity, diabetes, depression and cardiovascular disease. It decreases attentiveness and reaction time, and may cause you to lose focus at work. It also has been linked to a rise in motor vehicle accidents, involving drivers who fall asleep at the wheel.
Here are some simple solutions to help you catch more Zzzzz’s this year.
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Limit technology
Watch your weight
How often do you bring your laptop to bed? Do you watch television before turning out the lights and going to sleep? Studies show that chronic light from TVs, cell phones and other electronic devices decreases your brain’s production of melatonin, the hormone that promotes sleep onset.
Being overweight can impact your sleep by affecting your breathing and your ability to get comfortable. By exercising to lose the extra pounds, you also are increasing your metabolism and tiring yourself out. Working out in the morning is good and late afternoon even better (six hours prior to bedtime). However, if you work out at night, try to finish at least three hours before your planned bedtime.
Avoid any source of bright light in the evenings and make your bedroom a technology-free zone and your sleep quality will improve.
Travel smart Jet lag results from an imbalance in your body’s natural 24-hour cycle. To help fight it, select a flight that lands in the early evening, then stay up until your usual bedtime, local time.
Limit caffeine By consuming caffeine during the day, you may be making it more difficult to sleep at night. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends limiting your caffeine consumption to about 300–400 milligrams per day (about three to four 8-ounce cups of coffee), and avoiding it altogether in the late afternoon and evening.
Relax Stress impacts your ability to sleep if it goes unmanaged. To help overcome stress, try various bedtime rituals— listen to relaxing music, focus on deep breathing to slow your heart rate and reduce muscle tension, and keep a journal to write down thoughts that keep you up at night. If sleep problems persist for a few weeks, it is important to talk to a healthcare provider, as you may have a sleep disorder. Call the Northside Hospital Sleep Disorders Centers—in Atlanta, Cherokee and Forsyth—at 404.851.8135, or visit Northside.com/Sleep for more information. To watch videos and learn more about this and other health care topics you care about, visit Northside.com.
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Sugar and Heart Health
In a recent study by the Journal of the American Medical Association, it was revealed that added sugars doubled the risk of heart related premature death. Added sugar is sugar that is found in sweetened beverages and desserts. Added sugars are found in processed foods. The study suggests that one reason added sugar may contribute to cardiovascular disease is development of hypertension, which is a risk factor of cardiovascular disease. Secondly, the increased amount of fat in the liver can promote dyslipidemia (an abnormal amount of lipids such as cholesterol and/or fat in the blood). 1
So how much sugar should we have? The 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends limiting added sugar intake to 5 to 15 percent of daily total calories. Additionally, American Heart Association suggests limiting your added sugar to no more than half your discretionary calories. For women, that would be no more than 100 calories a day (6 teaspoons of sugar) and for men 150 calories (9 teaspoons of sugar). Lastly, always pay attention to the Nutrition Facts Label and ingredient list on food products. On the ingredient list, added sugar could be called any of the following: molasses, honey, invert sugar, high fructose corn syrup, brown sugar, nectar, and maltose. 1. Yang Q , Zhang Z, Gregg EW, Flanders W, Merritt R, Hu FB. Added Sugar Intake and Cardiovascular Diseases Mortality Among US Adults. JAMA Intern Med. 2014;():. doi:10.1001/ jamainternmed.2013.13563.
Julia Lott has a Master of Science in Nutrition and a BBA in Marketing from Georgia State University. She enjoys creating meals that are both nutritious and delicious for health conscious individuals. She may be reached at 678-208-0341.
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Furthermore, individuals who consumed more than seven servings a week of sugar sweetened beverages were 29% higher risk of death from heart disease than those who consumed one serving or less.
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Heart disease is one of the major causes of death for both men and women in the United States. 600,000 people in the United States die of heart disease every year. According to the CDC, between 2007 and 2009 deaths due to heart disease were the highest in the south. Many of us are trying our best to stay active and eat healthy to prevent heart problems among other health issues. However, some people may not realize that not only sodium and cholesterol are things to look out for in our diet. There is new research that has revealed our sugar intake can affect heart health as well.
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Waist Loss, Weight Loss, Health Gained
The net result of all of this is an increase in obesity, diabetes ,hypertension and subsequently heart attacks, strokes and renal failure. We need to make a change! There are a lot of societal changes that can and should be made such as improving food labeling, restricting salts, teaching children and rewarding healthy choices by adults. However while these societal changes slowly evolve, each one of us has the ability
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to make changes within ourselves right now. There are two body measurement that one should be familiar with. The first is BMI (body mass index = your weight in pounds x 703 divided by your height in inches squared) A BMI less that 18.5 is considered underweight, 18.5-25 is ideal, 25–30 is overweight, and greater than 30 is obese. The second measurement is WHR (waist to hip ratio = your waist size at the belly button divided by your hip size at the top of your pelvic bone). Ideal in men is < 0.95 and in women < 0.80. Ratios greater then 1 significantly increase your risk of cardiovascular disease. Most of us turn to various diets and supplements. In general these are of limited value and much of the weight loss or inches off the waist will return all too soon. Consequently I don’t endorse any but don’t dissuade people from trying one as a way of kick starting their efforts. Sustained benefits will only be seen when caloric restriction (decreasing portion sizes and snacks) is coupled with healthy food choices (less carbohydrates, more Mediterranean diet) and increased energy expenditure (aerobic exercises and sports). By: Narendra Singh, MD
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s American we have the dubious distinction of being the most overweight country in the world. Much of this can be attributed to a “toxic” lifestyle we have become accustomed to. We eat too much (super sizing and unlimited buffets) yet we exercise too little (drive thrus and remotes). We worry too much (finances and appearances) yet we relax too little (overscheduling and forfeited vacations).
Weight loss drugs are available but all have some side effects, significant expense and only modest benefits. Two new weight loss drugs are being currently evaluated for cardiovascular benefit by our research team (Belviq and Qsymia) . Bariatric surgery is limited to those that are obese. While the three forms of this surgery (banding, gastric bypass and duodenal bypass) all carry increasing levels of risk, they are relatively safe in experienced centers. Unlike drugs and supplements, bariatric surgery has been shown to reverse diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and improve survival. Many excellent resources are available through my website (www.heartdrsingh. com) or the AHA (www.heart.org) to help you get started on a path to a slimmer and healthier self!
Narendra Singh MD FRCPC FACC FAHA, is a Clinical Assistant Professor, Georgia Regents University in Augusta, and the Director-Clinical Research, Atlanta Heart Specialists, LLC. Dr. Singh studied at the Dalhouse Medical School in Halifax, Nova Scotia and went on to complete a residency and cardiology fellowship at the University of Toronto. He may be reached at 678-679-6800.
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â&#x20AC;&#x2030;Eye Allergies and Contact Lenses Even if you are generally a successful contact lens wearer, allergy season can make your contacts uncomfortable. Airborne allergens can get on your lenses, causing discomfort. Allergens also can stimulate the excessive production of natural substances in your tears, which can bind to your contacts and cause blur and additional discomfort. Make sure you wear wrap around sunglasses to help shield your eyes from allergens, and drive with your windows closed during allergy season. Also, look at the dayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pollen count map. It can help you determine when allergens are present. Ask your eye doctor about eye drops that can help relieve your symptoms and keep your contact lenses clean. Certain drops can discolor or damage certain lenses, so it makes sense to ask first before trying out a new brand. Another alternative is daily disposable contact lenses, which are discarded nightly. Because you replace them so frequently, these types of lenses are unlikely to develop irritating deposits that can build up over time and cause or heighten allergyrelated discomfort.
By: Mira Sivan, O.D., COVD
Allergies will irritate your eyes, and can certainly irritate your contacts. Be cautious and keep your contacts allergen-free.
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Dr. Mira Sivan is an optometrist with a private practice located at The Vickery in Cumming. She may be reached at 678-648-5185. Visit her web site at www.fyeo-eyecare.com
Want to Sell? Need to Market! Unfortunately there’s a common perception among writers that getting their book listed for sale on Amazon or with other retailers means sales will automatically start to come in. Unfortunately, that’s not the case. If no one knows about your book, no one will buy it! This means that marketing the book is even more important than writing it. Many authors are so focused on the writing, editing, and production of their book that they don’t start thinking about the marketing until the very end, when it’s almost too late. Whether an author uses a professional book publicist or does all their own marketing, there are several steps an author can take, while the book is still in the publishing process, to set the stage for marketing. Here’s where to start: First, define the value proposition of the book. What is the purpose/goal of the book, and what will someone who buys it get out of reading the book? This should be done before writing, to make sure your manuscript delivers on the value proposition. Next, identify the book’s target audience. Who are you trying to reach? Narrow down the sex, age range, level of education, buying habits, etc. of your target buyer. Unlike many authors think, not “everyone” is going to be interested in the topic of your book. Figure out who will and write it for, and market it towards, them. Third, do your research! What are the other books in your genre/topic? How much are they selling for? How can you make your book different from the competition? What tactics will work best to reach them? These are all things an author should know before they publish a book. Develop a marketing plan. In the plan, include your target audience and budget, then detail the steps and tactics that will be taken to reach the target audience and promote the book. There are many tactics in this digital age that are used to promote books: social media, blogging, paid ads, press releases, book signings, and more. Determining which ones are best for each book will vary depending on the target audience and genre. All of the marketing and finances in the world won’t make your book sell if it’s not a quality product. Be sure your book is professionally edited by a book editor, and that you have an attractive and professionally-designed cover. These are things that will definitely make a difference in book sales.
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Assessing Your Child’s Report Card
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eport cards can be a source of stress for many parents and students, especially if your child is struggling in school. While the intent is to keep parents apprised of their children’s progress and learning, a report full of poor grades may just be shocking and upsetting. Good or bad, it is important for ever parent to take a step back from the detailed information provided in a report card and use it as a tool to help the child. Here are a few tips on how to best assess your child’s end-of-year or end-of-semester report card: Look for patterns
Address behavioral issues.
No matter what the format of your child’s report card, reading it carefully will reveal specific areas where your child is struggling or excelling, whether it is numbers and operations or reading comprehension. Identifying obvious patterns will be helpful when talking to your child’s teacher about concerns or seeking tutoring or other assistance for your child.
Report cards may not always mention problems with your child’s work habits or interactions with classmates. Good communication with your child and your child’s teacher will help you uncover other issues affecting his or her education, such as those related to listening skills, attention span, and temperament of self-esteem.
Focus on both the good and the bad
Talk with your child
Clearly, parent will want to address poor grades, areas where their child is struggling and comments from the teacher that may indicate inconsistent (or lack of) progress toward gradelevel standards. However, students who finish homework quickly and easily and consistently receive advanced report card grades may be unchallenged in certain subjects. Remember that no two children learn the same exact way. Your child may shine in some areas and have difficulty in others.
Children who are struggling in school may feel frustrated, angry and disengaged. It is important to let your child know that you want to help him or her improve, and that poor grade do not change your love for him or her. Gently ask your child why he or she dislikes certain subjects. The answers may offer insightful information.
Report cards are important milestones, but they aren’t the only measurements of your child’s learning. Ask to see your child’s homework and school projects after they are graded. What kinds of comments does your child receive from his or her teacher? Address problems as they arise, not just at report card time.
Schedule a time to meet or talk on the phone with your child’s teacher to address troubling issues. Teachers utilize comments on report cards as a way to communicate with parents; but a positive parent-teacher relationship should exist beyond those remarks that are issued every few months. Ask your child’s teacher for suggestions on how to help your child. Create a plan for the next semester of year. If your child is having problems in school, or recently received a less-than-spectacular report card, remember that you don’t have to tackle these problems alone. Call Huntington today to learn how we can design an individualized instruction program to address your child’s needs
By: Marc Turk
Check in year-round
Talk with your child’s teacher
Marc Turk is the Executive Director of Huntington Learning Center in Cumming. He may be reached at 770-292-8994.
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ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Big Creek Elementary 1994 Peachtree Parkway, (770) 887-4584 Principal: Sherri Black sblack@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Brookwood Elementary 2980 Vaughan Drive, (678) 965-5060 Principal: Kathie Braswell kbraswell@forsyth.k12,ga.us
Chattahoochee Elementary 2800 Holtzclaw Road, (770) 781-2240 Principal: Barbara Vella bvella@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Chestatee Elementary 6945 Keith Bridge Road, Gainesville, (770) 887-2341 Principal: Polly Tennies ptennies@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Coal Mountain Elementary 3455 Coal Mountain Drive, (770) 887-7705 Principal: Debbie Smith dsmith@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Cumming Elementary 540 Dahlonega Street, (770) 887-7749 Principal: Pam Pajerski ppajerski@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Daves Creek Elementary 3740 Melody Mizer Lane, (770) 888-1223 Principal: Eric Ashton eashton@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Haw Creek Elementary 2555 Echols Road, (678) 965-5070 Principal: Dr. Amy Coker arcoker@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Johns Creek Elementary 6205 Old Atlanta Road, Suwanee, (678) 965-5041 Principal: Alyssa Degliumberto adegliumberto@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Kelly Mill Elementary 1180 Chamblee Gap Road (678) 965-4953 Principal: Mr. Ron McAllister rmcallister@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Mashburn Elementary 3777 Samples Road, (770) 889-1630 Principal: Tracey Smith tbsmith@forysth.k12.ga.us
Matt Elementary 7455 Wallace Tatum Road,
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(678) 455-4500 Principal: Charley Stalder cstalder@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Midway Elementary 4805 Atlanta Highway, Alpharetta, (770) 475-6670 Principal: Todd Smith tsmith@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Sawnee Elementary 1616 Canton Highway, (770) 887-6161 Principal: Dr. Eileen Nix ecnix@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Settles Bridge Elementary 600 James Burgess Road, Suwanee, (770) 887-1883 Principal: LeeAnne Rice lrice@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Sharon Elementary 3595 Old Atlanta Road, Suwanee, (770) 888-7511 Principal: Amy Bartlett abartlett@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Shiloh Point Elementary 8145 Majors Road, (678) 341-6481 Principal: Rebecca Johnson rjohnson@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Sliver City Elementary 6200 Dahlonega Highway, (678) 965-5020 Principal: Paige Andrews pandrews@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Vickery Creek Elementary 6280 Post Road, (770) 346-0040 Principal: Kristan Riedinger kriedinger@forsyth.k12.ga.us
North Forsyth Middle
Forsyth Academy
3645 Coal Mountain Drive (770) 889-0743 Principal: Jeff Hunt jhunt@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Forsyth Academy at Night 770-781-3141
Otwell Middle 605 Tribble Gap Road (770) 887-5248 Principal: Steve Miller stmiller@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Piney Grove Middle 8135 Majors Road, (678) 965-5010 Principal: Terri North tnorth@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Riverwatch Middle 610 James Burgess Road, Suwanee (678) 455-7311 Principal: Kathy Carpenter kcarpenter@forsyth.k12.ga.us
South Forsyth Middle 2865 Old Atlanta Road (770) 888-3170 Principal: Sandy Tinsley stinsley@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Vickery Creek Middle 6240 Post Road, (770) 667-2580 Principal: Kathy Rohacek krohacek@forsyth.k12.ga.us
High Schools Forsyth Central High
Liberty Middle 7465 Wallace Tatum Road (770) 781-4889 Principal: Connie Stovall cstovall@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Little Mill Middle 6800 Little Mill Road, (678) 965-5000 Principal: Connie McCrary cmccrary@forsyth.k12.ga.us
iAchieve Virtual Academy 678-965-4970
Private Schools Covenant Christian Academy 6905 Post Road, (770) 674-2990 Headmaster: Johnathan Arnold www.covenantrams.com
Fideles Christian School 1390 Weber Industrial Drive (770) 888-6705 Directors: Jonny and Ellen Whisenant www.fideles.net
Friendship Christian School 3160 Old Atlanta Road, (678) 845-0418 Vice-Principal: Butch Quinn www.friendshipchristianschool.us
Horizon Christian Academy (K-6) 2160 Freedom Parkway (7-12) 433 Canton Road (678) 947-3583, (678) 947-0711 Headmaster: Heather Marshall www.horizonchristian.org
Ivy League Montessori School 1791 Kelly Mill Road, (770) 781-5586 School Director: Becky Carty www.ilmsnet.com
Lambert High School
Montessori Academy at Sharon Springs
805 Nichols Road (678) 965-5050 3655 Castleberry Road, (678) 965-5090 Principal: Dr. Gary Davison Principal: Dr. Lynne Castleberry gdavison@forsyth.k12.ga.us lcastleberry@forsyth.k12.ga.us
2565 Echols Road, (678) 965-5080 Principal: Debbie Sarver dsarver@forsyth.k12.ga.us
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520 Tribble Gap Road (770) 887-8151 Principal: Mitch Young myoung@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Whitlow Elementary
Middle Schools Lakeside Middle
Gateway Academy
North Forsyth High 3635 Coal Mountain Drive (770) 781-6637 Principal: Beth Hebert bhebert@forsyth.k12.ga.us
South Forsyth High 585 Peachtree Parkway, (770) 781-2264 Principal: Jeff Cheney jcheney@forsyth.k12.ga.us
West Forsyth High 4155 Drew Road (770) 888-3470 Acting Principal: Heather Gordy hgordy@forsyth.k12.ga.us
2830 Old Atlanta Road, (770) 205-6277 Head of School, Kathy Lindaman www.montessoriacademygeorgia.com
Montessori at Vickery 6285 Post Road, (770) 777-9131 Head of School, Kathy Lindaman www.montessorivickery.com
Montessori Kids Academy 3034 Old Atlanta Road, (678) 208-0774 School Admin., Maureen Danbury www.montessoricumming.com
Pinecrest Academy 955 Peachtree Parkway, (770) 888-4477 Head of School: Fr. Robert Presutti www.pinecrestacademy.com
School Information www.forsyth.K12.GA.US
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t’s easy to love people who treat me well. But I’ll just go ahead and admit it: I have a hard time loving people who mistreat me and are downright rude. Maybe you can relate. Just when I’m feeling sorry for myself and justified in holding onto my bad attitude, I remember the example of David. He was nothing but loyal to King Saul. But Saul’s jealousy led him to despise David, and plot to kill him. Talk about being mistreated!
On the run David had no choice but to run for his life. Saul and his army didn’t give up easily; they were determined to capture David.
What kind of impact could you and I have if we made the same decision when faced with difficult people? No, it’s not possible in our human nature, but when we submit ourselves to Christ’s authority the impossible becomes possible: “Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you,”(Matthew 5:44).
Your turn How do you treat those who mistreat you? What step will you take today to do things God’s way?
Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You for reminding me to love others even when they mistreat me. Help me remember David’s example and do things Your way. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
David’s words revealed what was in his heart: “The Lord forbid that I should do this thing unto my master, the Lord’s anointed, to stretch forth mine hand against him…” (1 Samuel 24:6).
Love for hate Instead of revenge, David chose to love his enemy. No doubt this supernatural decision had an influence on those around him. Instead of clinging to his rights, David chose to submit to God’s plan—confident that the Lord would take care of him.
By: Maria Morgan
Twice, while David was on the run, he came into close contact with Saul. David’s men saw it as God delivering Saul into their hands. Didn’t Saul deserve to pay? Maria I. Morgan is an inspirational writer and speaker. She’s passionate about sharing the truths of God’s Word with today’s generation. She lives in Georgia with her husband and daughter. Visit her on the web and download a free copy of her eBook God Speaking @ www.mariaimorgan.com
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Why should you voice these words? Even the most loving of husbands, wives, friends or coworkers cannot read your mind. Even the most observant of husbands, wives, friends or coworkers cannot see struggles or stress that you hide so well. Let’s face it. If we actually ask for help, we will get it, and feel better. It doesn’t hurt to ask, but it can hurt a lot to keep silent. I do not have depression or PTSD. I have many friends who do. I have friends who have asked for help early and some that have not. Some have gone on to even more serious problems than depression or PTSD into alcoholism, drug use, violence and even suicide. For the person, it seems that no one understands— and we don’t, not really. For the people who love them, we wonder why we didn’t know what was going on, when they became so sick, and why didn’t they see our love and support. Especially after a suicide, the most common question is why. Why didn’t I see it, why didn’t I know it was this bad? I have friends that fight this battle every day. A family friend has PTSD after three deployments to the Middle East. It is still
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such a stigma to ask for help in dealing with the stress that he hasn’t said those words yet. Most nights, his wife will find him sleeping under their bed where he feels safer. He talks to his wife some. He talks to me a little more, but still holds most of it in because of his desire to protect the ladies. Even though I am a veteran, he still holds back. He needs to say these words. I pray that he does soon. PTSD is not only for the military. Persons who have been in accidents, assaulted, or victims of any crime can have PTSD. Depression is a real disease. It breaks families. It breaks health and well-being. It breaks abilities to function in jobs, social activities and life. This is not the middle ages where sin was the cause of any ailments. This is an enlightened age where we have come to understand disease. It is time to erase the stigmas that keep people from asking for help. Before they snap and open fire on children or coworkers. Before they drink themselves to death or overdose on drugs. Before they kill themselves and leave us to wonder why—what did we miss? If you need help, please contact Depression Understood at 404.730.1600. If you are a veteran or active duty, please contact the Veterans Crisis line at 1-800.273.8255 and press 1. I pray that everyone can learn to say “I need help” for any reason! By: Neida Streit
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here are three little words that can change your life. What are they? I need help. These words are all that is needed to get any help you need from carrying the groceries to relieving stress in your daily life to combating depression or post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Neida Streit is a native of Cumming, GA and writes about southern daily life and her faith journey. She may be reached at neida.streit1@gmail.com.
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Non-Denominational Eastgate Church 2820 Brookwood Road, Cumming 770-888-8852 Sunday Morning Worship Times: 9:00 & 11:00 am Wednesday Night services 7:00 pm Pastors: David & Robin Houtsma www.eastgatechurch.org
Baptist Antioch Baptist Church 2465 Antioch Road (770) 887-6900 Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Service: 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. AWANA: Sunday at 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study: 7 p.m. Pastor: Travis Bridgeman www.welcometoantioch.org
Cumming Baptist Church 115 Church Street, (770) 205-6699 Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship service: 10:50 a.m. Pastor: Dr. Barry Crocker www.cummingbaptist.net
First Baptist Cumming 1597 Sawnee Drive, (770) 887-2428 Sunday Services: 9:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service & Bible Fellowship Groups 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service & Bible Fellowship Groups Wednesday: 6:15 p.m. AWANA Pastor: Dr. Bob Jolly www.firstbaptistcumming.org
First Redeemer Church 2100 Peachtree Parkway, (678) 513-9400 Sunday Services: 9:15AM – Contemporary Service (Auditorium) 10:45AM – Blended Service (Auditorium) 9:00AM & 10:45AM; 6:30PM Bible Fellowship Jeff Jackson, Senior Pastor www.firstredeemer.org
Greater Heights Baptist Church 3790 Post Road, (770) 887-4802 Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.
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Sunday Evening: 5 p.m. Wednesday Evening & AWANA: 7 p.m. Pastor: Chris Grinstead www.ghbcc.org
Longstreet Baptist Church 6868 Campground Road, (770) 889-1959 www.longstreetchurch.com Sunday School: 10 a.m. Worship Service: 11 a.m. Wednesday night adult and youth activities
North Lanier Baptist Church 829 Atlanta Highway, (770) 781-5433 Church service times: 9:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Bible Studies 11 a.m. Celebration Worship Service (main auditorium) Hispanic Service is at 10:30 a.m. in our Activities Center
Refuge Baptist Church 3525 Pilgrim Mill Road, (678) 807-7746 Sunday Bible Study: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Services: 10:45 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Service: 7 p.m. www.refugebaptistchurch.org
Episcopal St. Columba’s Church 939 James Burgess Road, Suwanee, (770) 888-4464 Wednesday Services: 6:30 p.m. Saturdays Service: 5:30 p.m. Sunday Service: 7:45, 9 & 11:15 a.m. Rector: Father Tripp Norris Curate: Father Daron Vroon www.saintcolumba.net
The Episcopal Church of the Holy Spirit 724 Pilgrim Mill Road, (770) 887-8190 Services: Thursdays 12 noon, Sundays 8:30 and 10:45 a.m. Rector: Keith Oglesby www.ecohs.net
Greek Orthodox Saints Raphael, Nicholas, and Irene Greek Orthodox Church 3074 Bethelview Rd., (770) 781-5250 Divine Liturgy every Sunday at 10 AM Pastor: Fr. Barnabas Powell www.stsrni.org
Lutheran Living Faith Lutheran Church, LCMS 103 Buford Dam Road, (770) 887-0184 Sunday School: 9:00am, all ages Sunday Worship: 10:15am, 12:30pm (Korean) Wednesday Evening Fellowship Meal 6:00pm Bible Study for all ages 7:00pm Pastor Tim Droegemueller livingfaithoffice@bellsouth.net www.livingfaithlutheran.com facebook/livingfaithlutheranchurch
Christ The King Lutheran Church (Evangelical Lutheran Church In America) 1125 Bettis-Tribble Gap Rd. Cumming, Ga. 30040 770-889-5328 ctklutheran.com Sunday Worship Service 8 & 11 AM – Traditional 9 AM – Blended 10 AM – Discipleship Hour (Sun. School)
OTHER Baha’is of Forsyth County 1-800-22-UNITE www.forsythbahais.org Crossroads Church of the Nazarene 6160 Southard Trace Cumming, GA 30040 (678) 977 0328 www.mycrossroadschurch.net
Castle Christian Church 3149 Old Atlanta Road, Suwanee (678) 648-5248 www.castlechristianchurch.com Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study: 7 p.m. Senior Minister: Jason Rodenbeck jason@castlechristian.com
Family By Faith Worship Center 4805 Atlanta Highway, Alpharetta (Midway Elementary School), (678) 230-4800 Small Groups: 9:30 a.m. Worship: 10:30 a.m. Nursery available Pastor: Randy Grimes www.familybyfaith.com
First Christian Church 1270 Sawnee Dr., Cumming, (770) 887-5542 Pastor Stan Percival www.fccga.org
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 510 Brannon Road, Cumming, GA (678) 455-5290 – Hall Phone Worship Service: 9 am, 11:30 am, and 2 pm Visitors Welcome Nursery available
LifePoint Christian Church 3140 Old Atlanta Road Cumming, GA 30041 Sunday Small Groups: 9:00 a.m. Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. Childcare available Pastor: Chris Stovall www.lifepoint.org
NewSong Community Church 433 Canton Road, Suite 306, Located across from Ingles, behind the National Guard in Building 300, (770) 888-5212 Sunday Worship Service at 10:30 a.m. Pastor Case Koolhaas www.newsongweb.org
Rameshori Buddhist Center 130 Allen Road, Unit B Sandy Springs, 30328, (404) 255-1585
Presbyterian Deer Creek Shores Presbyterian Church 7620 Lanier Drive, (770) 887-6801 Sunday School all ages: 9:45 am Sunday Traditional Worship Service: 11 a.m. Childcare available Pastor: John S. Martin www.deercreekshores.org email: dcspres@comcast.net
Chalcedon Presbyterian Church 302 Pilgrim Mill Road, 770-205-9390 www.chalcedon.org | www.rpcus.com Sunday Worship: 11:00 am Pastor, Dr. Joseph C. Morecraft, III.
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rading travel on Georgia’s scenic two lane roads for the monotonous ribbon like interstate asphalt introduced me to a new friend. The conversations of my traveling companion began with “Now for the rest of the story”. At noon, or before 6 pm, I scanned radio stations for little known stories about American heroes, free enterprise success stories and even emotional accounts of unnoticed acts of love or kindness. I miss you Paul Harvey!
The Devil was evil before tempting Eve. As an angel he was more powerful than man, his evil came from within not from another. He refused to submit to God’s authority and Isaiah 14:12-17 details his rebellion. God offered man a test. He could willingly obey but like the angels that followed the Devil he didn’t. As the most powerful angel the Devil is knowledgeable of the Scriptures quoting them at the temptation. He knew if man sinned he must die, Romans 6:23. Jesus, though He is God and sinless, must die as one of us and “taste death for every man” to “destroy him that had the power of death, that is, the Devil”, Hebrews 2:9, 14. The ultimate penalty for sin is death. However many sins we are guilty of we can die but once. That’s all the law requires. “For by one offering He hath perfected for ever them that are sanctified.” Hebrews 10:14.
More fascinating than anything Paul Harvey shared with us is the Biblical account of “the rest of the story” about the resurrection and its meaning to us.
At Christmas Paul Harvey often told the story of an unbeliever who stayed home as his family went to the Christmas play. He built a fire in the fireplace and settled in for a relaxing evening with a book. After a short time his attention was drawn to some birds that were flying against his patio door to get out of the cold. Several times he went to the door and shook a cushion from the couch at the glass to frighten them away but each time they returned. Finally he got his jacket and gloves and went outside but his efforts were still unsuccessful. He thought if only I were a bird. “For since by man came death, by man came also the resurrection of the dead.” I Corinthians 15:21.
By: David Hill
Man began life on earth with his creation from dust. Adam means “red” referring to soil. He was put in what we would call a gated community. Later we’re told angels guarded the entrance, Genesis 3:24. Enjoying God’s protection, he was offered the possibility of immortality and commissioned to subdue, have dominion (sometimes translated “kingdom”) or rule and keep (guard) the garden. Created with the ability to communicate, Adam named the animals. The woman God made for him he called Eve. God simply called the couple by the man’s name, Adam, Genesis 3:20, 5:2. God had made him king of the earth, Genesis 1, 2. In Luke 4:6 the Devil offered Jesus the world’s kingdoms. Did the first Adam fail to recover the earth from the Devil’s power? I Corinthians 15:45 calls Jesus “the last Adam” and I John 3:8, “For this purpose the Son of God was manifested that He might destroy the works of the Devil”.
Without “the rest of the story” life does not make sense. No resurrection, no new body, no eternal life and no hope, I Thessalonians 4:13.
Rev. David Hill is a Cumming resident and frequent guest preacher at Antioch Baptist Church. * Biblical quotes are from the King James Version of The Bible.
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Parkway Presbyterian Church 5830 Bethelview Road, (678) 889-8694 Traditional Worship: Sundays 9:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship: Sundays11:00 a.m. Brazilian Ministry Sunday Services: 7:00 p.m. (The service is in Portuguese.) Rev. Bill Ford, Senior Pastor Rev. Cido Araujo, Assoc. Pastor of Brazilian Ministries
Parkway Church 5830 Bethelview Road, (770) 889-8694 (½ mile west of GA 400 exit 13) Sunday Traditional Service: 9 a.m. Sunday Contemporary Service: 11 a.m. Childcare available for both services Senior Pastor: Bill Ford parkway-church.org email: info@parkway-church.org
The Vine Community Church 4655 Bethelview Road, (678) 990-9395 Sunday Services: 9 & 10:45 a.m. Wednesday: Middle and High School youth meet at 7:15 – 8:30 p.m. Pastor: Jon Adams thevinecommunitychurch.com
Roman Catholic Church of Good Shepherd 3740 Holtzclaw Road (770) 887-9861 Mass: Saturday Vigil, 5 p.m.; Sundays,7:30, 9 & 10:30 a.m. and 12 noon; 5:30p.m. Spanish Mass, 1:30 p.m. Weekdays: 9 a.m Pastor: Father Frank goodshepherdcumming.com
St. Brendan Catholic Church 4633 Shiloh Road, (770) 205-7969 Mass: Saturday Vigil: 5 p.m. Sunday: 7:30, 9 & 11 a.m. & 5 p.m. Spanish Mass: 1 p.m. Weekdays: 8:30 a.m. Pastor: Fr. Matthew Van Smoorenburg, LC
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Parochial Vicars: Fr. Joseph Ramos, LC and Fr. Juan Guerra, LC stbrendansatl.com
United Methodist Bethelview United Methodist Church 4525 Bethelview Road, (770) 887-4888 Sunday Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. bethelview.net (child care available) Pastor: Rev. Deborah Griffith
Cumming First United Methodist Church 770 Canton Highway, (770) 887-2900 Sunday Services: 8:45 and 11 a.m. - traditional worship services 9:51 a.m. – contemporary worship services 1:30 p.m. – Hispanic/Latino worship service en Español 9 a.m. – lake service (May-August) Senior Minister Dr. Jeff Ross
Lanier United Methodist Church 1979 Buford Highway, (770) 887-0615 Sunday Traditional Service: 8:45 a.m. Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Contemporary Praise Service: 11 a.m. Nursery available for both services Pastor: Ted Miller lanierumc.org
Midway United Methodist Church 5025 Atlanta Highway, Alpharetta (770) 475-5230 Sunday Traditional Worship: 8:30 a.m. Sunday Children’s Church: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School all ages: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Contemporary Worship: 10:45 a.m. midwayumc.org
Piedmont United Methodist Church
The Inspiration Network of Cumming
1170 Dahlonega Highway, (770) 887-0770 Sunday Services Bible Study 10 a.m. Traditional Service 11 a.m. Bible Study 5 p.m. PiedmontUMC@bellsouth.net
Meeting: Third Wed. from 7 – 8:30 p.m. Location: The Nurturing Nook, 205 Pilgrim Mill Road Contact: Leanne Temple, (678) 965-5969
Member Power Networking Lunch
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Business Networking Central Forsyth Leads Group Meeting: Second & fourth Tues. 11 a.m. — 1 p.m. Location: The Columns at Pilgrim Mill Apartments Contact: Nancy Wright, (770) 886-0500 or nancyw@ecigroups.com Information: No fees. Open to all
Forsyth County Newcomers and Women’s Club Meeting: Third Thurs. of each mo. at 11:00 a.m. – $22 lunch Location: Windermere Golf Club Contact: Linda Fitzwater 678-947-6156 davlinfitz@yahoo.com Information:Membership is open to all women of Forsyth and surrounding counties Program includes group activities, information and more. Website:newcomersclubofforsyth.org
Forsyth Network for Business Professionals Meeting: Thurs.11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Location: Bello Italian Restaurant 101 Meadow Drive Contact: Tiffany Allen at tiffany@servpro8378.com or 770-887-1962 Information: $50 membership fee and $10 monthly. Visit twice for free. No occupation overlap. Call first.
Meeting: Every Tues. at 12 Noon Location: Various chamber member restaurants Contact: (770) 887-6461 or cummingforsythchamber.org Information: $15 for members and $30 for non-members
South Forsyth Leads Group Meeting: 2nd and 4th Wed. at 11:30 a.m. No fees Location: Starbucks-141 and Ronald Reagan – John’s Creek, 435 Peachtree Parkway Cumming, GA 30041 Contact: Robin Grier 770) 887-2772 rgrier@harborfs.com
Women Who Mean Business Meeting: First Tues. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. Location: Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce Event’s Facility 513 W. Maple Street Contact: (770) 887-6461 Information: Free for members; $30 for non-members Register online at cummingforsythchamber.org.
Charitable Organizations Health Center (CHC) Serving the medical needs of North Georgia since 1979.
Horse Rescue, Relief & Retirement Fund, Inc. Contact: (770) 886-5419 Website: savethehorses.org
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Humane Society of Forsyth County No-Kill Shelter
Recreation & Hobbies Cumming Garden Club
Location: 4440 Keith Bridge Road Contact: (770) 887-6480 Information: Non-profit, no-kill shelter for cats and dogs. Website: forsythpets.org
Contact: (770) 844-7061 Meeting: Held second Tues. of each month from Sept. until May at 10:00 AM Information: Non-profit organization with the purposes of educating members & the community in gardening, conservation & creative expression.
There’s Hope for the Hungry Contact: (678) 513-9400 Information: Non-profit organization partnering with churches across North Georgia to feed those in need. Website: thereshope.org
Whispering Hope Resource & Pregnancy Center Location: 133 Samaritan Drive, Suite 306 Information: Non-profit organization dedicated to informing, educating, and providing an outstretched hand to women who face an untimely pregnancy Contact: (770) 889-8302, whisperinghope4u@bellsouth.net Website: WhisperingHope.org
Civic Organizations Ducktown Chapter #460 – Order of the Eastern Star Meeting: Location: Contact:
2nd & 4th Fri at 7:30 p.m. 4655 Canton Hwy (770) 887-8147
Rotary Club of South Forsyth Meeting: Wed. at 12:15 p.m. Location: 6300 Polo Club Drive Website: southforsythrotaryclub.org
Location: Land of a Thousand Hills Coffee House 5095 Post Road, Cumming Contact: Ann Linke at parkway-chruch.org holisticmomforsyth@yahoo.com Website: holisticmoms.org
Labrador Friends of the South, Inc. Location: Contact: Website:
PO Box 933, Cumming labfriendinfo@gmail.com labradorfriends.com
Cuong Nhu Martial Arts Club
Moms Club of Cumming – North
Contact: (404) 423-3524 Meeting: Every other Wed. at 7 p.m. Location: Central Park Website: meetup.com/North-Atlanta-CuongNhu-Martial-Arts-Club/ Information: No fees, open to 16 yrs +
Monthly meetings with informational speakers, park play days, holiday parties, fieldtrips, playgroups and a monthly MOMS Night Out. Contact: momscummingnorth@yahoo.com Website: momsclub.org
Piecemakers Quilt Guild
Moms Club of Cumming – Southwest
Meeting: Location: Website:
2nd Tues. of each month; 4th Tuesday is “sewcialbee” (community quilts, classes or just getting together) Christ the King Lutheran Church 1125 Bettis-Tribble Gap Road, Cumming piecemakersga.netw
Support Organizations AA Cumming Meeting: Meets four times daily Location: Ingles Shopping Center at 432 Canton Highway (Hwy 20) Second suite on far left. 24/7 Line: (770) 886-0696 Information: Group of Alcoholics Anonymous located in Forsyth County Website: aacummingga.org
Holistic Moms Network – Forsyth County Monthly meetings with informational speakers, yoga group, play groups Meeting: 2nd Tues. of each month at 6:30 p.m.
Meeting: Contact:
Single Mom Meeting Connect with other single moms, learn about paths to higher education and get links to community resources. Light dinner provided and free on-site childcare/ homework help provided. Meeting: 2nd Thurs.every month at 6:30pm Location: 210 Dahlonega St., Suite 203, Cumming Contact: Valerie Daniel Faith’s House, Inc. 770-205-6311 Website: faithshouseinc.org
SMART Recovery Meeting: Location: Website:
Every Tues. at 6:30 p.m. Professional Recovery Counseling, LLC. 107 W. Court house Sq., Suite 274 smartrecovery.org
Last Tues. of each month momsclub.org
NAMI Forsyth Dawson Lumpkin Meeting: Second and fourth Thurs. of each month 7PM-8:30PM (excluding major holidays). Two support meetings (for consumers and family members) held the second Thursday of each month Educational meeting on the fourth Thursday of each month Location: Forsyth County Senior Center, 595 Dahlonega Highway, Cumming, Ga. 30040 Information: Two support groups (family & peer) meet every Thurs. except the last when there is a speaker. Contact: Flo Giltman lgiltma1@gmail.com Website: namifdlga.org
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Since January of 2014 the Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce has successfully attracted 4 companies to Forsyth County and the City of Cumming. The companies are collectively forecasted to generate nearly 90 new jobs and approximately $9.2 million.
Creative Interiors & Craftworks
(678) 402-8386
“The axis has shifted from Downtown and Buckhead up to Ga. 400” stated Norton, “and it is headed further this way."
Art Gallery | Furniture Store Interior Design
Memorial Garden
The Leadership Forsyth Class of 2014 will construct a memorial garden on the campus of the Cumming Regional Rediness Center to honor Georgia National Gaurdsmen. Our project will give family, friends, and those who appreciate our freedoms a place to visit and remember the sacrifice of all who fought in defense of our Country but did not return.
For information on sponsorship opportunities, visit leadershipforsyth.org
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Administrative services
JEWELRY STORE
REAL ESTATe
Southern Admin – pg. 34 – 770-609-0904
Gems In Art – pg. 5
The Dinsmore Team – pg. 14
SoutheasternAdmin.com
770-844-8005 – GemsInArt.com
770-712-7789 – DinsmoreTeam.com
AUTO REPAIR/CAR CENTER
Lance’s Jewelry – Inside Back Cover, pg. 7 770-781-5500 – LancesJewelry.com
RESTAURANTS /FOOD SERVICES
678-947-4040 – ScottsAutoCenter.net
Martial Arts
770-475-9100 – CasaNuovaRestaurant.com
BOOK PUBLISHERS
Mende's ATA Martial Arts – pg. 24 770-886-8833 – MendesMartialArts.com
Cuoco Italian Table – pg. 13
PET ADOPTION/RESCUE
Fresh ‘n Fit Cuisine – pg. 29
Scott’s Auto Center – Back Cover
BookLogix Publishing Services, Inc – pg. 33 770-346-9979 – BookLogix.com
DANCE ACADEMY/INSTRUCTION
Humane Society of Forsyth County – pg.17
Casa Nouva – pg. 19
678-807-7472 – CuocoItalianTable.com 678-208-0341 – FreshnFit.com
Lenny’s Sup Shop – pg. 13
Cumming Dance Academy – pg. 7 770-781-4922 – CummingDanceAcademy.com
770-889-1365; 770-887-6480 – ForsythPets.org
678-947-0336
PHOTOGRAPHY
Norman’s Landing – pg.17
DENTISTS /Dental CAre
Kim Bates Photography – pg. 37
Jordan Dentistry – pg. 27 770-888-6262 – JordanDentistry.com
EDUCATION /INSTRUCTION Huntington Learning Center – Inside Front Cover 770-205-2800 – HuntingtonLearningCenter.com
ELECTRICIAN Arc Angel Electric – pg. 3 770-889-9243 – ArcAngelElectric.com
Home moving/construction/ Remodeling Hercules House Movers – pg. 15 770-235-7999 – HerculesHouseMovers.com
770-886-0100 – NormansLanding.com
770-617-7597 – KimBatesPhotoArt.com
Summer Camps
Adam Pendleton – pg. 20 678-208-7077-AdamPendleton.com
Pinecrest Academy – pg 24 770-888-4477 – PinecrestAcademy.com
PHYSICIANS/MEDICAL SERVICES
Willow Brook Academy – pg 23 678-455-6761; 678-455-0555 WillowBrookAcademy.com
Northside Hospital Forsyth – pg. 1, 27 770-844-3200 – northside.com
Narendra Singh, MD – pg. 31 678-679-6800; 770-622-1622 HeartDrSingh.com
North Atlanta Ear, Nose, & Throat (NAENTA) – pg. 28 770-292-3045 – naenta.com
Obstetrics & Gynecology of Atlanta pg. 28 – 404252-1137 – obgynofatlanta.com
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ELEC TED & APP OINTED OFFICIALS
United States Government President Barack H. Obama (D) (202) 456-1414 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, fax: (202) 456-2461 Washington, D.C. 20500 Website: whitehouse.gov e-mail: president@whitehouse.gov
Senator Saxby Chambliss (R) (202) 224-3521 Atlanta Office: 100 Galleria Parkway Suite 1340 GA: (770) 763-9090 Atlanta, GA 30339 fax: (202) 224-0103 Website: chambliss.senate.gov e-mail: use contact form on website
Senator Johnny Isakson (R) (202) 224-3643 Atlanta Office: One Overton Park, Suite 970 GA: (770) 661-0999 3625 Cumberland Boulevard Atlanta, GA 30339 Website: isakson.senate.gov
Rep. Tom Graves (R), District 9
Rep. Mark Hamilton (R), District 23 (770) 844-6768 e-mail: mark.hamilton@house.ga.gov
Rep. Mike Dudgeon (R), District 24 (770) 887-0400 e-mail: mike.dudgeon@house.ga.gov
Rep. Amos Amerson (R), District 9 (404) 657-8534 e-mail: amos.amerson@house.ga.gov
Forsyth County Government Forsyth County Board of Commissioners 110 East Main Street, Suite 210, Cumming, GA 30040 (770) 781-2101 Website: forsythco.com fax: (770) 781-2199
(678) 513-5881 e-mail: rjamos@forsythco.com
(678) 513-5882 e-mail: brtam@forsythco.com
Todd Levent, District 3 (R) (770) 781-2101 e-mail: tlevent@forsythco.com
Cindy Mills, District 4 (R) (678) 513-5884 e-mail: cjmills@forsythco.com
Jim Boff, District 5 (R)
(404) 656-5030 Website: gov.state.ga.us
Senator Jack Murphy (R), District 27
Forsyth County Tax Commissioner
Senator Steve Gooch (R), District 51 (678) 341-6203 e-mail: steve.gooch@statesenate.ga.gov fax: (770) 844-5821
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(770) 781-5222 e-mail: KMorrisey@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Tom Cleveland, District 3 (R)
(770) 887-0678 e-mail: DLight@forsyth.k12.ga.us
(678) 513-5885 e-mail: jjboff@forsythco.com
(770) 887-1960 e-mail: jack.murphy@senate.ga.gov fax: (770) 205-0602
Kristin Morrissey, District 2 (R)
Darla Light, District 4
Brian R. Tam, District 2 (R)
Lt. Governor Casey Cagle
(770) 490-6316 e-mail: ACrow@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Doug Derrer: (770) 781.2101 fax : (770) 781.2199
Rep. Rob Woodall. (R), District 7
(404) 652-7003 Website: gov.state.ga.us fax: (404) 652-7123
Board of Education Ann Crow, District 1 (R)
(770) 657-0810 e-mail: TCleveland@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Commissioners R.J. (Pete) Amos, District 1 (R)
State Government Governor Nathan Deal (R)
(770) 887-2461 1120 Dahlonega Highway Cumming Website: forsyth.k12.ga.us 1092 Tribble Gap Road, Cumming, GA 30040 Website: forsythco.com
County Manager
(202) 225-5211 Georgia Office: Wachovia Center GA: (770) 535-2592 500 Jesse Jewel Parkway, Suite 301, Gainesville, GA 30503 Website: tomgraves.house.gov
(770) 963-2420 Email: woodall@mail.house.gov Website: woodall.house.gov
Forsyth County School System Superintendent, Dr. L.C. (Buster) Evans
Matthew C. Ledbetter (770) 781-2110
Nancy Roche, Chairperson, District 5 (R) (770) 889-0229 e-mail: NRoche@forsyth.k12.ga.us
City of Cumming Mayor Henry Ford Gravitt Cumming City Hall (770) 781-2010 100 Main Street, Cumming, GA 30040
Cumming City Council Members: Quincy Holton, Lewis Ledbetter, Ralph Perry, John Pugh and Rupert Sexton
City Administrator Gerald Blackburn (770) 781-2010
City Clerk Jeff Honea jhonea@cityofcumming.net
COMMUNIT Y NUMBERS
Emergency — 911
Hampton Park Library
YMCA
Hotlines — 24 Hour Help Lines
(770) 781-9840 5345 Settingdown Road
(770) 888-2788 6050 Y Street
Battered Women Hotline
Sharon Forks Branch
(770) 479-1703
Poison Control Center — Atlanta
(770) 781-9840 2810 Old Atlanta Road
(404) 616-9000
Outside Metro Atlanta (800) 222-1222
Rite-Call (Child Medical Problems) (404) 250-KIDS
Sexual Assault & Family Violence Center (770) 428-2666
Medical Georgia Highlands Medical Services (770) 887-1668 260 Elm Street ghms-inc.org
Parks and Recreation City of Cumming Main Number: (770) 781-2030 410 Pilgrim Mill Road
Central Park Office (770) 781-2215
Neighborhood Healthcare Center (770) 844-7494 2825 Keith Bridge Road (770) 886-7135
Health Department (770) 781-6906 428 Canton Highway
(770) 886-2388 525 Tribble Gap Road
UTILITIES City of Cumming (770) 781-2020
Water & Sewer
Central Park Recreation Center
Forsyth County Water & Sewer Department (770) 781-2160 110 East Main Street forsythco.com
(678) 455-8540 2300 Keith Bridge Road
Solid Waste
(770) 781-3491 235 Castleberry Road
Advanced Disposal/Eagle Point Landfill (770) 887-6063 8880 Old Federal Road, Ball Ground advanceddisposal.com
Windermere Park
Olde Atlanta Recycling LLC
Cumming Fairgrounds
(770) 781 – 2215 3355 Windermere Parkway
Northside Hospital — Forsyth (770) 844-3200 1200 Northside Forsyth Drive northside.com
POST OfFICE
(770) 205-6912 2535 Ivy Street East
Waste Management, Inc. Golf Clubs Chestatee Golf Club (706) 216-7336 777 Dogwood Way, Dawsonville
Country Land Golf Course (770) 887-0006 6560 Mayfield Drive
(770) 751-1304 774 McFarland Road, Alpharetta wm.com
Recycling Keep Forsyth County Beautiful (770) 205-4573
Polo Golf & Country Club Fire and Law Enforcement City of Cumming Police Department (770) 781-2000 301 Veterans Memorial Boulevard cummingpd.net
(770) 887-7656 6300 Polo Club Drive
Telephone AT&T
Windermere Golf Club
Residential (888) 757-6500 Business (866) 213-6300 att.com
(678) 513-1000 5000 Davis Love Drive
Forsyth County Fire Department (770) 781-2180 3520 Settingdown Road forsythco.com
Georgia State Patrol (770) 205-5400
Libraries Forsyth County Public Library
Forsyth County Marinas Habersham Marina (770) 887-5432 2200 Habersham Marina Road
Port Royale Marina
Electricity Georgia Power 888) 660-5890
Sawnee Electric Membership (770) 887-2363
(770) 887-5715 9200 LanMar Road, Gainesville
(770) 781-9840 585 Dahlonega Road forsythpl.org
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