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SVM CONTENTS DEC/JAN 2009

53 SEASON’S BEST

23 TAYLOR SWIFT

Its never too late to shop for gifts for loved ones. Look through the Season’s Best for the most imaginative of holiday gift giving ideas.

Making her way up the charts and into our music library, Taylor Swift shares a little about what makes her tick.

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61 EXOTIC COMFORT

VICTORIA OSTEEN

With a new book on the shelves and a children’s series out soon, Victoria Osteen tells SVM how to balance the chaos and how to Love Your Life.

No need to board a plane to take in exotic locales. Explore the Waldrops’ home and take a tour of parts unknown.

75 EVENING SHADE

41 2008 STEEPLECHASE

The holidays are officially upon us. SVM shows you how to glam up this season with classic dresses and sparkling accessories.

The always exciting 24th running of the Steeplechase at Callaway Gardens.

47 CHASERS EVE

83 CHEF OF THE MONTH

Chasers Eve never disappoints.

This year, after a few obstacles, the event turned out to be the affair to remember; filled with Race Day anticipation.

5 FROM THE EDITOR New Year, New Look

St. Francis’ Mac Plummer lets readers in on how to prepare the most succulent of steaks with his recipe for Beefsteak Florentine for Two.

ALSO IN EACH ISSUE…

6 LETTERS TO THE EDITOR SVM gives readers a voice

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The people, places and faces of SVM

SVM EDITORIAL

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Editor On the Cover Taylor Swift What’s one of your favorite things to do? I love to write songs.

What do you like to write about?

LOVE of course!

Which artist do you admire?

Miranda Lambert and Tim McGraw What qualities do you seek in other people? Honesty and sarcasm What do you crave? Cheesecake - yum.

Favorite season of the year?

Summer all the way.

One of your favorite songs?

Can't Tell Me Nothin by Tim McGraw Fondest memory? Living on a farm What movie had an impact on you?

Love Actually What’s your lucky number?

Lucky 13 ,of course.

Favorite Holiday? Christmas is always fun.

Favorite Color? White. I know, boring (but, now, think a flowing white cotton skirt blowing in the wind).

Biggest Fear? I’m intimidated by the fear of being average.

Biggest wish? I wish teenagers could filter through music instead of turning to drugs and alcohol.

COVER PHOTO Melinda Norris Photography

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New Year, New Look

ecently, I was in a bookstore and happened to see an intriguing magazine among the many titles on the shelf in front of me. I felt old enough, brave enough, and experienced enough to handle the adventures within its covers. I picked it up and began reading.

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After the first few pages, I noticed the experience was much different from the one to which I'd become accustomed when reading, watching movies, or even running on the treadmill. At first I couldn't put my finger on what was so strange about this magazine. Then it occurred to me. I wasn't being entertained.

Over the centuries, through good times and bad times pop culture has been escapism for people.

We spend all day worrying about our jobs, our families, and the economy, when it comes time to engage in an entertainment routine, we need an anesthetic to the uneasiness. I call this the aesthetic to the anesthetic.

Since 2004, Southern Views has been a refreshing break from the anxiety of everyday life. When things are feeling less safe, people turn to our magazine for entertainment. Now, in these hard times, they may even enjoy it more than ever. For the readers that are weary of stories about the economy, or the world’s political crises, Southern Views offers a chance to pick up and enjoy a great magazine. Southern Views, however, is a work in progress and a redesign of the magazine, now, is an opportunity to nudge people in our direction and ask them to take another look at us.

With a sharper logo, a new tagline and a cleaner, more contemporary look we hope to create more excitement not only for our loyal Columbus readers, but also to our readers across the country.

The magic of the new look is solely in thanks to the creative efforts of the Southern Views Magazine staff.

Our cover girl has the market cornered on creativity. Taylor Swift was a fun artist to interview and her songwriting skills, the imagination in her lyrics and her ability to sing her songs with such conviction makes her one of the most successful country vocalists and songwriters of our time. Although I don’t follow country music much, I have to acknowledge the impact artists like Carrie Underwood, Faith Hill and Shania Twain made on the industry with their contributions. It is a true testament to her talent for someone as young as Taylor Swift to come out so strong and be able to attract listeners who typically don’t listen to country music. She is a truly remarkable young woman.

With the end of the year bringing so much to celebrate as well as so much to be concerned about, we are grateful for our readers and hope we can give back to you as much as you have given to us.

That’s our desire for 2009 and we wish our readers, advertisers and their families the best for 2009.

Roberto Caligaris Editor-in-chief

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SVM LETTERS

This Month’s

SOUTHERN VIEWS MAGAZINE EDITOR IN CHIEF Roberto Caligaris ASSISTANT EDITOR Sundi Rose

Letters Fun for All

I was very pleased to read your editorial on the Mythbusters (Oct-Nov 08).

My whole family loves this show including my wife and kids (4 and 10). I've watched this show for years and it keeps getting better every season. As far as my family is concerned, this is the best show on TV and I don't mean the best "educational" show. The best part about the show is that it educates without you even realizing it because its so fun to watch!

MICHAEL S. VIA E-MAIL

Loyal in Columbus

I have read your magazine since the very first issue—always a treat—and a entertaining magazine it is, too! Each new issue manages to amuse me especially your home section. The A Slice of Style Editorial (Oct-Nov 08) is no different. The house is unique, tasteful and above all is beautiful in its arrangement and classic in its design. Good work!

B. THOMPSON VIA E-MAIL

Better than Expected

I read every page of SVM and I was amazed you were able to do an editorial on my favorite show (Mythbusters, Oct-Nov 08) . I love this show so

LAYOUT DESIGN George Adkins Melissa Moore

much because they totally do stuff that most of us wouldn't even think of at all. I love how they take request from viewers about what they want to see happen! I like how they make science seem so droll!

JENNY P.

COLUMBUS

More, please!

I’ve tempted to write many times, and this is the right time since I saw your editorial on Practical Glamour (Oct-Nov 08) .The magazine is always packed with what drew me to SVM in the first place; beautiful traditional homes for real families.

This particular residence is a wonderful example of fine living on a smaller- than-mansion size home. You publish the most beautiful homes in Columbus, don’t let me down!

SHIRLEY V. COLUMBUS

Fashion Forward

I’m a woman in my late 20’s and I’m always excited seeing your choice of fashion editorials.

The fashion industry is what I always love. What I really like about it is how the fashion changes from one season to another. I enjoy seeing how clothes come alive on SVM models when they wear it.

Fashion should be fun, exciting and creative, never boring. Mission accomplished!

MELISSA Y. VIA E-MAIL

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LOCAL SPIRIT

By Sundi Rose • Photos by R. Caligaris and S. Saxon

his holiday season, dare to be different. The companies and individuals featured in this issue delivers unique products and services to people disinterested in looking like everyone else. The holiday season of 2008 may go down in history as one of the biggest nail-biters in the last few decades yet these companies continue to thrive in a very competitive and rapidly changing environment.

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These are tough times, but Flooring and More, Carmike Cinemas, CaraVail’s, Snapdragon and Christopher Jewelers are setting the shopping bar higher with every customer served.

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LOCAL SPIRIT limited release. In total, our theatres in Columbus play on average over 250 different movies a year.

Who are Carmike Cinema’s most frequent customers? Who’s going to the movies these days? Carmike Cinemas audience is based on a movie-by-movie basis. We target all audiences of all ages. For instance, on Friday our customers are typically the “date night” crowd. This is usually high school and college age kids out for a night at the movies and are geared-up to see action or horror pictures. The matinee crowd is usually family oriented and geared to see animated or family movies.

The time of year also influences our customer base. During the Holiday season the motion picture companies release family oriented movies and you will see a lot of action movies in the summer.

Historically, which genre performs better: summer block busters or holiday releases?

Historically larger movies come out during the summer excluding Titanic (the largest picture of all time), but there is more attendance per day during the holidays because the season is much shorter. The industry has a very promising line up for this year’s holiday season. I think the Keanu Reaves picture The Day the Earth Stood Still, Jim Carrey’s Yes Man and Disney’s Bedtime Stories with Adam Sandler are very promising and I expect they will do very well this December.

But as you can imagine, our busiest times of the year are in the summer months of June and July and in the holiday months of November and December.

CARMIKE CINEMAS, Wynn Patrick Being the area’s only movie exhibitor company, you play a large part in what Columbus watches at the movies. How do you decide what movies to show? Carmike is actually one of the largest motion picture exhibitors in the United States with over 250 theaters in 36 states. Each week we look at all the markets that we serve to best match the available product offering with the viewing preferences of each market. Since we are headquartered in Columbus, we give our hometown a little extra attention when it comes to making sure the best movies are available for showing here. We work closely

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You must have seen a great many movies in your life. Do you have a favorite? Why is it so special to you? Because of all the movies that I have seen it is hard to say which one is my favorite. I have noticed that my favorite has changed as I get older. When I was a kid, it was Star Wars. But now I would have to say

with each of the motion picture companies in Hollywood to make sure that Columbus gets the latest in entertainment offerings.

Over the course of a year, how many movies, on average, are shown in the Columbus market? On average, each week the industry releases two to four wide release films each week. A wide release picture is typically targeted for release in over three thousand screens nationwide. Often times there are limited release films that are released in less than one hundred screens across the country. Due to the demand for the pictures, we will play more wide release pictures versus

it would be Brave Heart. It has action, romance and is based slightly on a true story.

Who knows what it might be when I am older, but I am not a Driving Miss Daisy fan yet.

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LOCAL SPIRIT How did you get involved with the beauty and spa industry? I have always enjoyed aromatherapy and candles and ever since my children got old enough to be in school full time, I have thought about going back to work. Since I have always wanted to own my own business I started looking into opening a store that would showcase my personal interests and experience.

I played tennis with the previous owners of the spa at this location and she expressed and interest in getting out of the business. A Day Spa seemed like the perfect answer to what I was looking for; an opportunity to provide great products and spa services to Columbus. It seemed like a great match.

Does CaraVail’s cater only to women?

Absolutely not. We offer customized facials and waxing services for men only, and all of our massages are just as relaxing for men as they are women. Many men tend to enjoy the steam room as well.

How did you choose your product lines?

That was the easy part. I have always enjoyed some kind of aromatherapy or nice candles in my home. Over time, I have found products that I enjoy and felt certain that other people would enjoy as well. I wanted everything to be natural, including our facial products, bath products and our candles. I also wanted to carry products that were different from everyone else.

What makes CaraVail’s different from other Spas and Salons? I think our spa has so much character. It’s so unique in so many ways from the name, after my two daughters Caroline and Vail, to the welcoming décor. My staff is unbelievable, as well. We are extremely close and truly share the same philosophy: delivering quality customer service whether it be an express pedicure or a half day spa package. We want everyone to leave feeling great… not just better.

CARAVAIL’S, Mindy McGuire What other services can spa-goers find at CaraVail’s? Along with our unique product lines, which make wonderful gifts, we offer permanent make up by Wendy and make-up application for any occasion and eyelash extensions. CaraVail’s also delivers gift certificates of $100 or more within a 15-mile radius.

What services do you recommend for the Holiday stress? All of our services are relaxing and soothing. However, if time is an issue, someone could always come in and sit in the steam room with aromatherapy, listen to soothing music and just reflect, regroup, and relax. But if you have the time, any of our

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wonderful spa packages would take away even the worst holiday stress.

What’s the best part of your job? That’s a hard question. I love being a part of an environment that is calming and encouraging.

More importantly, though, I love to have clients come in and enjoy a spa service at a place that I named, decorated and stocked with products. I also love the staff I hired. The entire experience of being part of CaraVail’s gives me an incredible feeling, but hearing from other people how much they enjoyed my spa takes the cake.

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LOCAL SPIRIT hardwood, tile, laminates, rugs… all with expert advice and quality installation. So you see, we really can be a one stop flooring shop!

What, in your opinion, is the best innovation made by the flooring industry in the last ten years? Pre-finished wood products are phenomenal. Factory applied finishes including an aluminum oxide wear layer are superior to field applied urethane. Additionally, the wood colors, species and textures, such as hand scraped and distressed looks, are much broader today. And just as important are ‘engineered’ woods which perform well in basements and humid environments.

FLOORING & MORE, Al Gaston Columbus Flooring and More has been a mainstay of our community for many years.

What professional quality has helped you to differentiate from other similar companies?

Flooring and More/Carpet One has been in business as the Columbus Carpet Mill Store since 1964, with a long history of product value and service excellence to its customers.

As the Store evolved beyond its roots as the “store next door” to the Swift carpet mill, we added rugs, tile, hardwood, vinyl, laminates, and other flooring materials. Along with this expansion of products and services, we adopted a new name to reflect the variety of products beyond our carpet roots, while hanging on dearly to our mill store heritage of value and service. Just as important as product selection is expert advice from our sales force and quality installation from our service team.

We know that our customers expect quality, service and value. We provide all that backed with a satisfaction guarantee and our reputation… something we take very seriously. After all, we live here, too!

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What changes are taking place in the flooring and carpet industry? Product innovation without a doubt. One new development is the Silver Release technology introduced by Beaulieu in its Bliss Healthy Essence carpet line. The carpet itself actually contains antimicrobial agents creating a healthier environment in the home by killing many types of bacteria (this technology is similar to what is found in Curad-brand bandages). We are also seeing more polyester, an environmentally friendly fiber because of its recycled content. In addition to being better for the environment, this fiber is naturally stain resistant and has a great “feel” to the hand.

What can consumers look forward to in the future from Flooring and More? Flooring and More is committed to continuing its tradition of quality, selection and service started by the Swift family over forty-four years ago. Those mill roots helped establish our business and started us on the path beyond just carpet sales. We started as a mill store but have grown to become more, much more. In addition to carpet, we offer extensive selections in

What are some other products or services that you offer? We represent the largest mills, as well as specialty providers, allowing us to provide materials for budget-minded price and performance needs as well as harder to source, more unique floors. Additionally, we are able to install everything that we sell. With our products covering carpet, wood, tile and rugs, among other items, you could select wood for your entry and living areas, choose a few select area rugs, carpet your bedrooms, and tile the kitchen and the bathroom, all with just one stop at our store! We also provide custom tile work such as counter tops, backsplashes and bathroom showers. And to make it all more financially manageable, we continually look for creative and innovative financing programs such as interest free and same as cash alternatives.

The holidays are approaching and people are beginning to get ready for the season.

What do you guys do to help your clients ready their homes for the holidays? The holidays are the times that we traditionally gather with family and friends in our homes.

We offer items that make the home more livable. Flooring is a significant investment in your biggest investment (your home). We can help you with gift selections such as area rugs, free in home consultations for longer term flooring projects as well as relatively quick replacement for smaller near term projects.

And, of course, there are always gift certificates!

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LOCAL SPIRIT How did you come to start Christopher Jewelers and how did your family get into the business? Our family has always been in the jewelry business to some extent, as my mother, Joan Richmond designed and sold high fashion jewelry in the 80’s, working with a rep in Atlanta, who had her jewelry in eight states. We are deeply rooted in the industry, having family in the business for nearly 40 years in Houston, TX. Georgine Iloff of Iloff Jewelers, Victoria Osteen’s mother and my aunt, has been very instrumental in teaching and guiding us in the business. She is a long time graduate gemologist who is truly the best of the best.

You sell the most amazing out-of-the ordinary pieces of jewelry here in Columbus. How do you find them and how do you choose the pieces you sell? We search for one-of-a-kind and unique pieces that speak for themselves. We work a lot with European designers for the most part in search for the best in high- end jewelry at very affordable prices.

All our jewelry is 14 or 18 carat gold and platinum, gemstones galore, pearls, diamonds and more diamonds. Georgine plays a pivotal role in this process as well as helping in the selection of special pieces for the showroom.

How do you tell whether a piece of jewelry is high quality? Working with a jeweler who selects each piece with care and pride and having the knowledge of the product is beneficial. High quality jewelry will sell itself, especially with a personal/private jeweler such as Christopher Jewelers.

What is a good piece of jewelry for women who aren’t used to wearing much? A classic that never goes out of fashion are gold and diamond hoop earrings, they go with everything from formal attire to blue jeans.

They ease seamlessly from day to evening and always look stylish, a must have. Another suggestion that is timeless is diamonds by the

CHRISTOPHER JEWELERS, Rhonda Richmond-Boyd yard or a diamond pendant necklace; these are fun and beautiful and can be mixed with any and all other jewelry.

What makes Christopher Jewelers different from the rest of the retailers in our area? I love what we do, our showroom is quaint and elegant, so tastefully displayed, people gasp at our jewelry, it truly sells itself. People stop me all the time and ask, “Where did you get that.”

Each piece we feature in our showroom is unequaled in excellence and quality and our

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pieces appeal to everyone. Men especially like it because it’s a personal experience buying for that special someone as they don’t seem to get overwhelmed. Our jewelry runs the gamut from rings, necklaces, earrings to bracelets. A must see experience.

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LOCAL SPIRIT Is there a particular style of holiday stationery you specialize in or that clients ask for most? Although our customers love our large variety of photo cards and Christmas gift labels the most, we specialize in a variety of holiday stationary. We have paper lines that are fun and whimsical and others that are classy and elegant. Our creative customers come in and let us help them design their own cards or invitation. We carry a paper line that allows you to be as creative as you want. You can custom create everything from the size, style, shape and color or pattern of paper. We cater to all of our customer’s needs. We do very well with William Arthur, Crane, Odd Balls, Whitney English and Vera Wang, as well as over 100 other paper lines.

If you had $25 to spend on a Secret Santa gift for a co-worker at Christmas what would you give? We would give a co-worker personalized Vera Wang Stationary, a set of four engraved acrylic juice glasses, or a Thymes Frazier Fir candle or Room Spray. We try to think of gifts that people wouldn’t necessarily buy for themselves but would love to have.

Anything personalized makes a great gift.

What trends are popular in gift-giving this year? Customers love to give and receive anything that can be monogrammed. This day and time, creative people have come up with a way to monogram just about anything. Some great ideas along this trend are monogrammed wine glasses, bags, luggage tags, house slippers, nightgowns, robes, acrylic trays, ornaments, and the list goes on and on.

SNAPDRAGON, Kelly Hunter and Julie Miller How would you describe your professional philosophy and how do you apply that to Snapdragon’s everyday business? Our goal at Snapdragon is to use the good ole’ Golden Rule, “Treat others the way we would want to be treated.” We try to meet everyone’s individual needs so that they walk out of our store feeling confident about their purchase, whether it be birthday party invitations, Christmas cards, a gift for a friend, or a little something for themselves. Our goal is to hear people say, “You know that store, Snapdragon, they’ve got just the right idea!”

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What makes Snapdragon so unique? We think our customer service combined with our fun atmosphere, variety of gifts and invitations make us unique. We hope that just by walking into the Snapdragon our customers will feel a little happier inside. We enjoy getting to know all of our customers a little better each time they come in. We strive to find new and unique gifts, invitations, and stationary so our customers are choosing from the latest and greatest products. We think our family oriented staff, and the creative one-on-one personal service you receive also makes us very unique.

We like to call ourselves a family, and we work as a team to keep our customers happy and always coming back to see us.

What tips do you have for stress-free holiday shopping? Make a list, make a list, make a list. We have great holiday organizers for making your Christmas card list, your gift list, and thank you note list. It’s always good to go into your shopping day with a plan and a list for whom you need to buy and some good ideas of what you want to get them. svm

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Ross-Johnston

Photos by S. Saxon

Catherine Jennings Ross and David Wayne Johnston II, were united in marriage on June 21, 2008 at Trinity Church in Columbus, Georgia. • The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William D. Ross and the groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Brian John Bogart and Mr. David Wayne Johnston. • Maternal grandparents are Col. And Mrs. Robert S. Poydasheff (Ret.) and Mr. William A. Ross and the late Mrs. Dawna Ross. Paternal grandparents are the late Sgt. Major David D. Gifford (Ret.) and Mrs. Marie Gifford and the late Mr. Brian Morgan Johnston and Mrs. Doris Ann Johnston. • Following the ceremony the couple honeymooned during a week long Mexican Riviera cruise. • The couple now resides in Vienna, Virginia. svm

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Sissy Doll, Beth David, Elaine Gillespie, Bob David and Rob Doll.

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Tom and Carolyn Gates

Circle Dinner Photos by S. Saxon

Tom Buck, Herb Cawthorne and Madden Hatcher.

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Warren Foley, Barbara and Vince Hanneman.

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embers of the Board of Directors of the National Civil War Naval Museum at Port Columbus welcomed Thomas S. Gates into the Admiral’s Circle Monday, October 13, 2008. Thomas Gates was recognized for his continued support of the organization and the event is the largest yearly fund-raiser for the Naval Museum.

The black-tie dinner included a silent auction, featuring work by local artists and entertainment from The Cavaliers Orchestra led by George Corradino. Capping off the night of honors was the firing of the cannon outside the museum. The induction into the Admiral’s Circle is a way for Port Columbus to say thank you to the people that support the museum to an extraordinary extent. svm

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Donna McLaurin, John Mayher and Dwight McLaurin.

Martha Bouchard, Thacker Cargill and Sally Foley.

Ken & Sandy Coolik, Bob and Jane Holcombe.

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SVM INTERVIEW

TAYLOR

SWIFT The Princess of Country music is busting the Billboard charts with heart felt lyrics and a lively

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Interview by Sundi Rose

Photo by Sheryl Nields

Special thanks to Natalie Kilgore, Big Machine Records.

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aking the pop charts by storm, 19-yearold Taylor Swift has seen a great deal of success in her record-shattering career.

Recently making an appearance in Columbus, she filled the Civic Center from floor to rafters and provided a heartstopping performance for fans of all ages. Born in Wyomissing, Pennsylvania, Taylor began performing at age ten at karaoke contests and county fairs. She began playing the guitar and writing her own music at age twelve and would sometimes sit in her room, with only her paper and her guitar and play until her fingers bled. After much negotiation between the starlet and her parents, they moved to Nashville where she began to actively seek out music as a career.

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Once she signed with Big Machine Records, Taylor’s career began to pick up momentum and she has hit number one over and over again with her sweet and authentic brand of song. Recently, her album Fearless has rocketed to the top of Billboard’s Top 200 Albums Chart, making it the largest opening in U.S. sales in 2008 by a female artist in all genres of music.

Taylor routinely uses her experiences as inspiration for her songs and it is this honesty that resonates with fans of all walks of life. She certainly made an impression when she spoke with SVM to talk about celebrity, fame and her holiday plans.

You’ve been performing for most of your life. When did you know you wanted to do this professionally?

When I was little I thought about going to college and working in a big business building like my parents. I thought that was what I was supposed to do. But I just wasn’t drawn to business like I am to music. It was around eleven or twelve that I started to really think I could try to do this; to make doing what I love into a career. It was at eleven that I started bugging my parents to move to Nashville because I loved singing and playing so much and when I got here I realized I wasn’t the only one with this dream. But I kept singing and playing and it finally began to pay off. I thought to myself, “This is just too much fun to be a job.” I have so much fun on stage. I am the luckiest girl in the world to get to do this for my job.

You have a great deal of fame in a relatively short time. How do you stay so grounded amidst it all?

I try to surround myself with people who aren’t obsessed with my fame and who aren’t afraid of hurting my feelings when they need to or being brutally honest. When I walk into a room I don’t want everyone in it to be aware of my presence. I don’t want to show up with a bunch of body guards and stuff. I go out to eat with my family and friends and just do the things I like to do. I like to think I have the same life, just a different schedule. w w w. s o v i e w s m a g . c o m

In the next few years I will really try to hone in on the live show; growing it, making it bigger and better every year. I may want to write a book, branch out a little, but music is it for me. I am a musician first.

TOP Taylor Swift performs Our Song at The 41st Annual CMA Awards, on November 7, 2007 live from the Sommet Center in Nashville on the ABC Television Network. Photo courtesy of the CMA. MIDDLE Taylor Swift wins the Horizon Award at The 41st Annual CMA Awards, live from the Sommet Center in Nashville. Photography by John Russell / CMA. BOTTOM Taylor Swift posing for a publicity photo. Photos by Kristen Barlowe, courtesy of Big Machine Records.

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SVM INTERVIEW

TaylorSwift

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TaylorSwift

Our culture is so occupied with the lives of celebrities, with their whole lives playing out in the tabloids. How do you cope with the pressure of living your life in front of the world? Even if I wasn’t famous I wouldn’t be much of a party girl so there wouldn’t be much to write about anyway. I just focus on my career and what is important to me right now.

I surround myself with, and look up to people who don’t get caught up in that kind of stuff.

Are there any artists that you find inspiration from, past or present? I really admire Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman. They are two of the biggest stars on the planet but you don’t read a lot about them and their personal lives. They just focus on the music and the movies. The story is their work, not their personalities.

With such a hectic schedule, touring and doing publicity, how do you relax? What is something we would find you doing on a typical Saturday afternoon? Well, with the album out November 11, there aren’t many Saturdays that I have time to do much of anything except phone interviews and radio spots. Most of the time you will find me on the tour bus. It has been so wonderfully insane the closer we got to the album release. After December I may have some time to do some of the things I like to do like hanging out with my best friend Abigail. We really like to turn off all the lights, light some candles and bake. My favorite are cakes and cupcakes—the funfetti kind. I also like to spend time with my animals. Right now, my cat is lying over my shoulder, listening. They really miss me when I’m gone.

The holidays are almost upon us. What are some of your favorite holiday traditions?

Growing up on a Christmas tree farm, this time of the year is always a really big deal and my mom decks out the house with decorations.

We have a tradition where we open presents from the family on Christmas Eve and then open Santa’s presents on Christmas morning. svm ABOVE Taylor Swift's first single was entitled Tim McGraw. The concept of the song came to her in math class.

Her boyfriend had just moved away and she was thinking about all of the things that would remind him of her. Photo

by Melinda Norris, courtesy of Big Machine Records. RIGHT Taylor wrote the song A Place in this World when she was thirteen and had just moved to Nashville. She said that she knew where she wanted to be she just didn't know how to get there, and through the album, she had found that place. Photo courtesy of Big Machine Records.

There are positive and negative aspects about achieving your goals so young. Is there anything you feel like you are missing out on?

The one thing that I feel like I most miss is seeing my brother grow up. I get to see him every couple of weeks, sure, but it’s not the same. He gets to come on the road anytime he can, so we get to sneak some time in that way.

No matter what you do you have to make sacrifices. I can’t imagine the sacrifices I would have had to make if I didn’t get to do music.

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You have had so much success recently. How do you see you your career evolving in the future?

Any plans to do anything besides music? In the next few years I will really try to hone in on the live show; growing it, making it bigger and better every year. I may want to write a book, branch out a little, but music is it for me. I am a musician first.

Much later, I would like to find my place in songwriting, and of course, if Grey’s Anatomy called, I would have to say yes to them.

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Elizabeth Barker, Historic Columbus Executive Director

Bill Eavenson receiving his certificate fro m Phillip Adam s.

Jack Key III, Ken Thomas and Melissa Thomas.

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Susan and Tommy Lawhorne, Matt and Mary Lou Swift.

THE EVENT: The Forty Second Annual meeting at the CSU Cunningham Center on November 6.

THE AWARD: Historic Columbus Foundation was pleased to recognize the following groups and individuals who contributed to preservation efforts in the community this year: The Wynn House, Marjorie Thrasher Richardson, Mr. and Mrs. Jeremy Jeffery, Leah Braxton, Marjorie Newman, Bill Eavenson, The Columbus Museum, Columbus State University, The National Infantry Foundation, David Cummings, Dr. Joe Arnold and Wright Wade, Columbus Bank and Trust, Buddy Nelms, Teen Challenge International, Sia Etemadi, Toney and Cheryl Johnson, Christopher and Kathryn T. Coakley and Irene Thompson. THE SARAH BUTLER HERITAGE AWARD: This year’s honoree was Local Historian Mr. Ken Thomas. svm

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Victoria Osteen Interview by Sundi Rose

Love Your Life: Living Happy, Healthy and Whole

ossessing a passion for living life and an unyielding commitment to her family and her calling, Victoria Osteen’s enthusiasm is contagious. Co-pastoring the megachurch, Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas with husband, Joel Osteen and authoring the new book, Love Your Life: Living Happy, Healthy and Whole, Victoria wears many hats. The new book, out this fall, was born out of her desire to meet the needs of women and to strengthen and develop the lives of all types of women. Looking to her own life, fraught with the perils of balancing family, career and faith, for inspiration for the new book, Victoria strives to help readers love themselves first so that they can be of service to others. The book centers on sharing keys to a loving marriage and reinforces the importance of forgiveness, support and reasonable expectations within relationships. It’s about loving your life. Spending many childhood summers in Columbus, with much family still in our area, including featured jeweler Rhonda RichmondBoyd, Victoria was happy to sit down with SVM and tell us all about Friday night date nights, Columbus memories and how to love your life.

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Inheriting the very successful and popular Lakewood Church from your father-inlaw must have taken a strong commitment and an enormous obligation to your calling. Have you always wanted to be in the ministry or did you have other career aspirations? I was raised in church and my family was very spiritual. That was my background. When I married Joel, he was working behind the scenes doing the television ministry for his father. We traveled a lot with his father with the ministry so I’ve been in church my whole life. I used to want to be a psychologist but it didn’t exactly happen that way. I just love people and talking and encouraging them. This is a people industry, in a sense, and being involved with people is where my heart is.

It’s been a blessing these last ten years and we have had to really commit to it. It’s a big responsibility yet we continue to challenge ourselves to new levels.

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Your church has over 38,000 members and continues to grow every Sunday. How do you maintain a personal relationship with your congregants stay in touch with their lives? We do a meet and greet after each service. We end up shaking 1200 hands a week. We do it for about an hour after the first service and an hour and a half after the second and on Saturday night after the service as well. That keeps us in touch with the people. It’s amazing. You get to greet the visitors as well as the members. We do a lot with the people that volunteer at the church.

It brings a lot of cohesiveness. Also, in the evenings we spend time together and in the mornings I get the kids up and ready for school.

We make sure to spend family time and take family trips. Joel and I even do a date night once a week, every Friday night. Whether we go out, ride bikes, or bring in food we try to hang out together. That keeps our relationship grounded and together and offers “us” time. We make it a priority. We realize, just like everyone else, kids grow fast and it is only for a season. We have to make the most of it.

Whether its highs or lows, we are all very much alike so Joel and I try to tell stories from our own life to which people can relate. We try to keep it practical and useable.

Authoring a book is never an easy task. How did you find the inspiration for your recent book, Love Your Life - Living Happy, Healthy and Whole and the upcoming series for children? Right now when times are so uncertain its easy to be talked into being discouraged. With the economy down and the

With the economy down and the future not that bright, I feel like we need to remember the important things in life.

We have so much on the inside of us that has so much purpose that we can be the voice of change around us.

Victoria, front row in red, listening to husband Joel in a full house at Lakewood Church. The church has grown in every area of ministry and has become the largest, fastest growing and most diverse congregations in America today with over 38,000 attending weekly services

We get to spend time with them and encourage them and greet them on different occasions. I feel like we really stay in touch that way.

Leading a church of that size must consume a majority of your time and energy. How do you balance your family life with that of your church duties? How do you spend family time?

It is a matter of balancing things and prioritizing.

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Lakewood Church is located in Houston, yet your television ministry broadcasts nationwide and reached over 150 countries. How do you keep your messages relevant to all your viewers, while staying authentic to your Houston congregation? God’s word is very practical and applicable. We try to use the word and bring it into our everyday life. We continue to ask ourselves, “How do we apply this every day? How can I keep my thoughts at a higher level? How can I get along with people?”

Through everything that we face, we realize nobody gets out of challenges or difficulties.

future not that bright, I just feel like we need to remember the important things in life. We have so much on the inside of us that has so much purpose that we can be the voice of change around us. We need to build strong support systems around the important things. I just feel like when you have good relationships and a strong family to lean on you can make it thru the hard times and still enjoy your life. The book is about choosing to be happy, turning situations around to see the bright side or seeing what’s right, not what’s wrong. On the other hand, the children’s series is the Happy Heart books for ages one to four.

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They are all about being grateful and developing a grateful heart. It centers on the fact that you have to appreciate who you are and believe in yourself, understand that God has placed gifts and talents in you and that you may not be like someone else but you are special. We have to value each other. I just take simple themes such as these, that we live by day by day and put it in a kid’s dialect.

Victoria Osteen Victoria and Joel’s weekly television program can now be seen in nearly 250 million households in the US and in over 150 nations around the world.

How do you find your work as an author compares with that of co-pastor of one of the world’s largest churches? My children and my husband are my very first mission field. I think God wants us to make sure we don’t neglect those things he’s given us to pass on to the next generation: love, support and wisdom. I feel like I am so blessed to be able to work along side my husband to minister God’s word and hope to people. It is such an uplifting thing to be able to hear people’s stories and hear them say,“I was down and discouraged and I realized I can make it through, and I can have better days.” Its rewarding to hear the positive stories out there. It’s all important and I just feel really blessed about it all.

You have been married to your husband, Joel Osteen, for over 20 years. Can you offer any advice to the soon-to-be-married and newlyweds? I would say one of the greatest things we have done in our marriage is respect one another and allowed one another to be an individual. We realize no one is perfect and no one is going do it your way every time. We try to laugh a lot and don’t take ourselves too seriously. We are committed to each other, even when we don’t agree or see eye-to-eye. We allow ourselves to agree to disagree and we never stop supporting one another or loving one another. It’s amazing how one of us always comes to the others’ side.

We don’t settle everything right then in the heat of the moment — things take time. We let each other off the hook, and we enjoy one another.

Since your mother is from Columbus, you must have some significant ties to our area. What are some of your fondest memories of your time here? My mother has lots of brothers and sisters, so I have lots of cousins and aunts and uncles. We always come at Christmas and sometimes even Easter. I remember visiting here and in my mind I see the rolling hills. I remember going to my grandmother’s house on top of a beautiful hill. It was wonderful landscapes, great terrain. I have a lot of warm memories associated with Columbus. svm For more information on Victoria Osteen and her work, visit her website, www.voctoriaosteen.com Special thanks to Andrea Davis, Director of Public Relations Lakewood Church.

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One of the greatest things we have done in our marriage is respect one another and allowed one another to be an individual.

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Mason Lampton, Master and Neil Amatt, Huntsman with the Midland Fox Hounds.

Lila Lavigne and Leigh Bailey.

Tom Flournoy, Cardy Burdette, Lucile Flournoy and Lori Kennedy.

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Midland Fox Hounds

THE EVENT: The Masters of the Midland Fox Hounds held a festive evening of dinner and dancing to celebrate the Opening Hunt of the 2008 season. THE VENUE: Foxpatrick-Mason Lampton’s farm in Fitzpatrick, Alabama.

WORTH NOTE: Day attire—the scarlet coat (also known as Pink), light colored pants, tall black boots and black hats. The masters: H. Hardaway, III; Mason H. Lampton; George F. Seier; John F. Flournoy; and Mason Hardaway Lampton. A generations-old sport, the art of fox-hunting is still widely celebrated in Columbus and surrounding areas. All the Foxhunters demonstrate a deep appreciation for the environment and show respect for all other users, particularly the wildlife, which are seen as opponents in a game rather than as candidates for extinction. svm John Flournoy, Joint-Master of the Midland Fox Hounds.

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Tammy and Don Beck and Jennings Palmer.

Christy Stapleman and Jackie Thomason

Cecil Blanchard serving Julie McKee.

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Lulie Lampton, Mason Lampton, Whit Lampton, Mason Hardaway Lampton, Henry Lampton, Suzanna Lampton and Ben Hardaway

Gathering for the Blessing of the hounds.

Mary Lu Lam pton

The Field moving off for the hunt.

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Dr. George Seier, Joint Master of the Midland Fox Hounds, leading the Field.

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Helen Johnson, Henry McCoy, Claudya Muller, Gary Wortley and Constantina Tsolainou.

381 DAYS

Robin Shader and Gary Griesheim

Alonzo Whitaker

THE EVENT: 381 Days: The Montgomery Bus Boycott Story, a Smithsonian Traveling Exhibit which will be on display from November 2, 2008 through January 11, 2009. The exhibit commemorates the 50th anniversary of Rosa Parks’ arrest and the bus boycott that followed, and is dedicated to Mrs. Parks’ (1913-2005) enduring spirit and memory.

THE MESSAGE: 381 Days documents a key victory in the use of non-violent action to empower social and political changes that influenced subsequent powerful events such as the Woolworth lunch counter sit-in in Greensboro, N.C., the Freedom Riders, the Birmingham demonstrations and the eventual passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

THE PLACE: The Columbus Public Library on Macon Road. svm Photos by S. Saxon

Stephen Hyles, Vicky Allen, Meridith and James Jarrell and The Honorable John D. Allen.

Linda M. Hyles, Marketing Coordinator Chattahoochee Valley Libraries.

Ena Hunt

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Claudya Muller, Isaiah Hugley and Lula Huff.

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The Judges: Katherine Webb, Brooke Campbell, Chris Woodruff, and Tammy Beck.

Jane Wilson, Gabriela Caligaris and Abigail Pitts.

Mia Vongsavang, 1st Place Kids Division

Most Whimsical: Jack Burr, Victoria Henley winner and Kelley Adams.

Back: Joseph Speight, Cha rles Zach Gibson.

Front: Erika Ro Quirk, Kate Hooten and mano and Cha rlotte Quirk.

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THE EVENT: The SVM Hat Contest at The Steeplechase at Callaway Gardens is a mainstay of Infield entertainment as participants from all over the event insist on having their hat judged. THE JUDGES: Katherine Webb, Chris Woodruff, Tammy Beck, and Brooke Campbell. CATAGORIES: Contestants wearing hats of all shapes and sizes entered in one of five categories: Most Whimsical, Most Beautiful, Most Creative, Kids’ Hats or Red Hat. WINNERS: Taking home the winning prizes were: Ashley Davis, Megan Day and Liz Timmons for Most Beautiful; Victoria Henley, Jack Burr and Kelley Adams for most Whimsical; Melinda Strickland for Most Creative; Dorothy Rogers for Red Hat; and Mia Vongsavang, Lauren Bawell and Savannah Holder for the Children’s Division. PRIZES: Exquisite and extraordinary prizes were awarded to the winners and were generously provided by: Steeplechase at Callaway Gardens, Sunday’s Day Spa, Caravail’s, Salon NG, Vermillion, RiverCenter for the Performing Arts, St. Elmo Collection, Columbus Cooks and Columbus Symphony Orchestra. svm

Most Beautiful: Liz Timmons, Megan Day and overall winner Ashley Davis.

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Kids creativity always shines at the hat contest.

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Lauren Bawell, 2nd Place Kids Division

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Rogers (secon hy ot or D by won Contest was The Red Hat

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Savannah Holder, 3rd Place Kids Division

Megan Day and Jenn Agnew

Debbie Seeley and Becky Buck

The Judges posing with the winners of the Most Beautiful Category

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Ed Bostic of Sunny 100 ac ted as the emcee, here posing with SVM October cover girl Katherine Web b.

Missy and Abby Derr

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Steeplechase Photos by S. Saxon, R. Caligaris and Jessica Melton

THE EVENT: The 2008 Steeplechase at Callaway Gardens benefiting the Arts in our local community.

THE PURPOSE: To benefit the following organizations: The Columbus Museum, Columbus Symphony Orchestra, The Historic Columbus Foundation, Inc., Ida Cason Callaway Foundation, The Springer Opera House and the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine. THE VENUE: Lovely Callaway Gardens in Pine Mountain hosted the 24th annual Race Day amidst fall foliage and green, rolling hills. WORTH NOTE: Dressed to the nines, Steeplechase patrons enjoyed the height of equestrian sport, while taking in the many happenings along the track and beyond such as the Galloping Gourmet, McDonald’s Stick Pony Race, the SVM Hat Contest or the Sunny 100 Tailgate Competition. Family and friends gathered alike to experience the annual event that is the pinnacle of the local social calendar.

Mason Lampton presenting the Lampton Bronze to Mary Lou Lampton, Kyle Bair and Ken Coolik.

Jennifer Vatral and Allison Turner.

Keith and Kim Royal, Rhonda and Chris Miller, Jamie and Scott Moss.

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Whitni Waldrop and Amanda DeNamur.

ons, Kim Royal, Kelly Lewis, Missy Lem Rhonda Miller. and or onn Caroline O’C

Rachel Foor and Alicia Cail.

Beverly Callaway and Suzanne Hughston.

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Juley Miller, Liz O’Neal, Kelly and Neil Hunter.

Mayher, muller, Ginny y Sloan.

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Jenny, Hendley and Philip Badcock presenting the Collie Jennings Mullen Amateur Hurdle Award to the winning Jockey.

Katie Waldrep, Mia and Brooks Rice, and Mal Waldrep

Baili and Alee Morrison

Brent and Amber Carpenter, Kim Norman, Daphine McKenzie, Elena and Greg Allen.

Summer and Mark Baker, Laurie Waldrop

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Charlene Pearson, Tonci Little and Vicki Bush.

Brad Bush, Katherine Webb and Don Leebern III.

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Marla and Roberto Caligaris

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John and Ashley Holt

Lane and Chandler Riley, Sarah Hardaway Hughston, Dexter and Pat Jordan

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Betsy Flournoy

Jim Baker, Buddy Persall, Katherine Webb and Dan Shaker.

THE RACES: W.C. Bradley Maiden Timber Race, Collie Jennings Mullin Amateur Hurdle, Crown Royal Sport of Queens Maiden Hurdle and Suntrust Sport of Kings Maiden Hurdle. THE PURSE: The Steeplechase at Callaway Gardens is proud to carry the fourth largest purse in the nation—$215,000. This purse ensures quality horses with the best trainers and riders entering our Race.

HIGH HURDLE BOARD: Jenn Agnew, Roberto Caligaris, Shirley Cargill, Edie Evans, Peyton Farrar, Claudia Garrard, Gardiner Garrard, Gunby Garrard, Thomas Gristina, Richard Hare, Matt Jardina, Kim Jinks, Mason Hardaway Lampton, Mason Lampton, John Martin, Travis Miller, Heath Schondelmayer, Stella Shulman, Jack Turner.

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Ansley Kendall, John Waldrop, Bethany Wise and Brooke Campbell.

Lauren Averett, Jenny Adams, Liz Watson, Rebecca and Chris Sigman and Ian Watson.

Past Race Directors outside the Guarantors tent.

Tracy Gillette, Wick Garrard, Suzanna and Mason Lampton, Jamie Lemieux.

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Jinks Camp, Julie Bond Woodruff and Brooks Woodruff.

Beth Callaway, Kim Jinks, Jenn Agnew, Lisa Neal, Mary Lu Lampton, Mason Lampton, Hadley Scott and Claudia Garrard.

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CHASERS

Claudia Garrard, Travis and Crockett Miller.

Andrea Stevenson, George Sallee and Amanda Campbell.

THE AFFAIR: Every year, the night before Race Day, Steeplechase ticketholders gather to relish the anticipation of the next day’s events at the annual Chasers Eve event. This year’s theme, Harvest Moon, gave attendees the chance to strut their jeans and boots while still enjoying fine cuisine by Jaime Keating. THE VENUE: Due to the fire at the Bibb City Mill, this year’s Chasers Eve was moved from the RiverMill Event Centre to the Claudia Garrard’s residence in Green Island.

THE ENTERTAINMENT: Entertainment for the night’s festivities included Arista Records country recording artist, Jypsi and also featured a Silent Auction. Up for bidding this Chasers Eve were paintings by Steve Penley, time spent in an Italian Villa, a trip to Hollywood for a Red Carpet movie premiere, a weekend for two at The Cloister in Sea Island and items by private jeweler Jonathan B. Shapero THE COMMITTEE: Chairing this year’s Chasers Eve was Courtney Amos and Anna Flournoy and the Silent Auction was made possible by chairs, Amy Jardina, Amy Norris, Meg Perkins and Crystal Wing. svm 47

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eve 2008 Johnson Trawick and Crystal Wing.

Stacey Leebern and Joann Gristina.

A family band, Jypsi fiddle), Amber-Dawn consists of four siblings – Lillie Mae (lead vocals, guitar, vocals). All sea(fiddle, vocals), Scarlett (mandolin), and Fra family since youngestsoned musicians, Jypsi has been performinnk (lead sister Lillie Mae was only three years old. g as a

Jennings Palmer and Mac Plummer.

Debbie Lane and Jane Etheridge

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Betsy Leebern, Page Flournoy and Wynne Stevenson

Anna Flournoy, Suzanna Mason, Lisa Jeffery and Meredith Waddell.

Lance and Sophia Osborne.

Matt Jardina, Vad Yazvinski, Gunby Garrard and Trey Jinks.

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Chuck and Mary Lynne Cumiskey

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Cile Swift, Mary Lu Lampton and Jason Branch.

Jamie Keating, Dori Jones and Mary Patrick.

Martin. issa and John y Coolik, Mel nd Sa d an n Ke

Jake Flournoy, Rand Jones and Richard Hare.

Sam and Christy Stapleman, Mary Lu Lampton and Jennifer Mordic.

Mark Porter, George Atkins and Chris Harman.

PRESENTING SPONSOR: J. Smith Lanier Entertainment. ENTERTAINMENT SPONSORS: Coors Light and Miller Light. SHEDDING LIGHT SPONSOR: Warr Grading, Acura of Columbus, Crown Royal,Gourmet Events, Jones & Minear, RiverMill Event Centre and Standard Concrete Products. MEDIA SPONSOR: Southern Views. w w w. s o v i e w s m a g . c o m

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Crabtree & Evelyn Bath & Body Products, $12-$20 Dinglewood Pharmacy, 706.322.0616

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RX RELIEF Photos by S. Saxon and R. Caligaris

What’s the most common sports injury you see? Sprained ankles.

What’s the most common misconception about sports medicine? That the only patients are competitive athletes.

Doctors expect discipline in terms of the rehabilitation process. How important is that for the injured weekend warrior?

Rehabilitation is extremely important in the recovery process from most injuries. The patient should take an active role in their treatment whether in a home exercise program or under the direct supervision of a therapist or trainer.

ong established as the premier orthopaedic clinic in the Southeast, The Hughston Clinic boasts the finest physicians and surgeons in the world. Two recent additions to the superb faculty of the clinic include Dr. Champ Baker, III and Dr. Douglas Pahl.

Both doctors have long standing experience and education in their respective fields.

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Champ L. Baker III, MD

Dr. Baker specializes in arthroscopic surgery and sports medicine while Dr. Pahl specializes in orthopaedic spinal surgery with an emphasis on minimally invasive techniques.

Dr. Baker, a graduate from Brookstone High School, here in Columbus, did his sports medicine fellowship at Chicago’s Rush University Medical Center. While in Chicago, Dr. Baker worked as staff for the Chicago Bulls and the Chicago White Sox. He, his wife and son, now live here and help heal our local residents and athletes alike.

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What drew you to sports medicine originally? My father is an orthopaedic surgeon who also specializes in sports medicine. I was exposed to what he did at an early age and just grew up around it. I knew I wanted to be a physician, and as I went through medical school I liked orthopaedics the best. During residency you train in all aspects in orthopaedics, but I found taking care of athletes and active individuals of all ages to be the most rewarding.

There’s been a lot of innovation beyond this in the field of orthopedics, especially in recent years. Where do you see the most interesting areas of research as they apply to arthroscopic surgery? A lot of current research as been on how to improve the healing rates after rotator cuff repair. Recent advances in implants and their application in new repair techniques have stimulated further interest in this important topic. Another interesting area of research is in the treatment of cartilage injuries.

DURING RESIDENCY YOU TRAIN IN ALL ASPECTS IN ORTHOPAEDICS, BUT I FOUND TAKING CARE OF ATHLETES AND ACTIVE INDIVIDUALS OF ALL AGES TO BE THE MOST REWARDING. How do you account for the current exercise craze? People realize that physical activity and exercise are important parts of an overall healthy lifestyle and wish to either achieve or maintain a high level of fitness.

What’s the one piece of advice that you wish your patients would take? Very rarely is there a quick fix to their problem or injury.

Usually the recovery process takes considerable time and effort.

What gave you a special love of sports?

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WHILE THERE ARE NO PROVEN METHODS TO COMPLETELY PREVENT BACK PAIN, WE DO KNOW THAT FOUR OUT OF FIVE AMERICANS WILL EXPERIENCE IT AT SOME POINT DURING THEIR LIFETIME.

Douglas W. Pahl, MD

Dr. Pahl, a 12-year Army veteran, has served his country in two military conflicts, including commanding a detachment from the 14th Combat Support Hospital while in Afghanistan. He did his internship and orthopaedic surgery residency at Eisenhower Army Medical Center at Fort Gordon, Georgia and has previously served as Chief of Orthopaedic Surgery at Martin Army Hospital at Fort Benning.

After honorably serving his country with the military, he settled here in Columbus, with his wife and two children, to specialize in all our community’s spinal needs and beyond.

What made you decide to enter the field of Spine Surgery? During my orthopaedic surgery residency, I quickly realized that some of the patients with the most pain were those with back and neck pain. It became very evident to me that understanding the complex interaction of nerves, muscles, and the spinal column would help these patients immensely. Once I began learning about spine surgery, I thoroughly enjoyed it. w w w. s o v i e w s m a g . c o m

What types of spinal disorders do you treat? Essentially, I treat patients of all ages with any disorder involving the neck or back.

This includes disc herniations, degenerative disc disease, scoliosis (curvature of the spine), spine fractures, and previously failed fusion procedures.

What is a minimally invasive spinal fusion? Any procedure that does not extensively strip muscles away from the vertebrae to expose the spinal anatomy is “minimally invasive.” I use small tubes to gain exposure to the spinal column that ultimately decreases postoperative pain and speeds recovery.

How do we prevent back pain? How do we strengthen our backs? While there are no proven methods to completely prevent back pain, we do know that four out of five Americans will experience it at some point during their lifetime. Maintaining good abdominal strength offers the best method of preventative care.

Many people with back pain turn to chiropractic care. What is your opinion? I have personally met with quite a few chiropractors in Columbus in an effort to provide a cooperative approach to patient care. Many patients have informed me that chiropractors do help in the treatment of their pain. However, a number of patients will still require invasive and sometimes surgical intervention.

What do you enjoy doing when not in the operating room? I have learned about missing family after being deployed to war torn environments twice by the Army; so, this is an easy question! I love spending time with my wonderful wife, Deani. I enjoy playing baseball, basketball, and soccer with my son, Wesley, and watching my daughter, Ava, compete in gymnastics. My other true passion is playing soccer. svm

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TOP With its cypress cathedral ceilings, the living room is a testament to the Waldrops’ desire for wide open spaces. The antique Edwardian breakfront houses beloved books and keepsakes while the nature table in front of the window displays exotic treasures from the Waldrops’ time in Africa and beyond. The custom chandelier from Architectural Accents sheds warm light on the lush Persian rug sitting atop a white oak antique floor found by architects, Cole and Cole. BELOW The back staircase, with its wrought-iron railing, leads to loftier areas. Unique art work lines the stairway as the afternoon sun filters in from the perfectly positioned windows.

ittle else is as satisfying as space to roam and room to grow. Sited on 240 acres of precious green landscape, Laurie and John Waldrop built their four-bedroom Harris County home twelve years ago and since have relished all the amenities this type of country living allows.

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Waldrop, the Waldrops’ home has a unique French-English influence.

The distinctive European feel emanates throughout the property and lends a temporal flare to the sometimes old world feel of the house. Personal strokes throughout, executed solely by interior designer Jack Collins, convert this home into a true reflection of its owners.

Marrying charm and grace, John and Laurie Waldrop hand picked particular pieces for the home that would express their love for antiques as well as tell the stories of their many travels. Much of the furniture came from overseas and was made originally for the Waldrops to furnish their home in a exceptional and exclusive style. svm

OPPOSITE PAGE Italian, French and English furniture, covered in Cowtan and Tout and Scalamandre fabrics offer a softness that compliments John’s trophy Barbaree Sheep and Kudu from distant lands. The Vaisselier from Ainsworth and Noah and mirror is a precise punctuation for the arches on either side. w w w. s o v i e w s m a g . c o m

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TOP An inviting place to retreat, the library offers a warm welcome every time. The Booth Malone painting over the fireplace sets the tone for this engaging space. With fresh flowers by Michael Jarvis always lending a sweet fragrance, this is surely one of the coziest rooms in the house. BELOW LEFT The old world feeling is never more prevalent than in the cheerful and relaxed kitchen. The pine table, with its charming distressed finish, comes from That Added Touch and really gives the room a comfortable feel. Appliances from Daniel Appliance blend seamlessly into the stained cypress cabinets. BELOW RIGHT Striking meets elegant when guests enter through French doors into the entry hall to see the Louis XVI settee, an exotic welcome to this beautiful home. The Renaissance carved cabinet anchors the space and was the very first piece designer Jack Collins found for the home. It goes naturally with the painting from Dana Pond, a member of the Royal Academy.

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TOP Every element in the dining room works to make this room sing in harmony.

From the table constructed in France from old wood to the faux finish on the walls by Sue Boushka to the cobblestone floor from Traffenstadt, this room is unlike anything this side of the Atlantic. The antique Louis XVI dining chairs from William Word were found during the construction of the table and just could not be better together with the Beauvais tapestry on the wall. Tela, the Italian greyhound, finds this room most desirable as well. MIDDLE Brunschwig and Fils fabric on the inviting four poster bed adds cohesion to the floral chintz draperies. With a view over looking the immaculate grounds, Laurie likes to surround herself with a lot of photos of family and friends and especially loves the painting by Henry Nordhausen. BOTTOM John’s room is filled with the things he loves. The many shelved chests house his precious antique egg collection and the tortoise shell over the bed and the water buffalo painting are among his most prized possessions.

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TOP The slate roof and leaded glass windows offer a breathtaking view of the house at dusk. With illumination from Landscape Lighting, the English limestone parapet and herringbone chimney work together to create an allusion of a traditional European manor. LEFT At the center of the property in Harris County the estate reflects traditional european architecture, and offers visitors their first impression—a view that hints at the estate’s grandness. The view is softened by ample windows and a well lighted sun porch.

BELOW The beautiful view of the Waldrops’ 16-acre lake affords a stunning view of the vibrant foliage.

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With serene views on all sides a Columbus couple surrounded themselves with a piece of history. ith much anticipation surrounding the unveiling of the new loft-homes in the old Eagle and Phenix Mill, Gary Wortley and Constantina Tsolainou were thrilled to finally call it home when they moved in this summer. Among the first to move in at the Mill, Gary and Constantina love living in an “historic building with lots of character while having the conveniences of a new home,” says Gary. They adore the location, close to the arts epicenter of Columbus and take in the views from the two balconies every chance they get.

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With the help of Hecht Burdeshaw Architects, Inc. and with the W.C. Bradley Company, they designed their own floor plan and decorated the open space themselves. Enjoying the fluidity of five rooms in one, they have a living area, den, dining room and kitchen all in the same space. With an eclectic mix of antiques and contemporary pieces, Gary and Constantina cherish the fourteen-foot ceilings that are supported by nine large support beams and the ten-foot windows on the mill’s north side for their view of the Chattahoochee and beyond.

Gary and Constantina, who are originally from Dallas, Texas have only been in Columbus for two-and-a-half years. As a professor of music and director of choral activities at Columbus State University, Constantina couldn’t have chosen a better area to be closer to the arts. Gary, as Chief Operating Officer for the Chattahoochee Valley Libraries, hopes to take 71

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Facing north and overlooking the Chattahoochee River, the bedroom is the perfect retreat. With attached balcony outside, you are never far from a breath of fresh air or a spectacular view.

With exposed brick original to the historic Eagle and Phenix Mill, the common area has as much character as it does charm. With antiques collected from their domestic travels, Gary and Constantina added a fascinating Mediterranean touch with rugs from their time in Greece and Turkey.

GARY and CONSTANTINA love living in an HISTORIC BUILDING with lots of CHARACTER while having the CONVENIENCES of a NEW HOME. w w w. s o v i e w s m a g . c o m

With unusual pieces serving as living room accessories, the living room only adds to the spacious and airy feel of loft-living. With no doors to speak-of, the loft evokes fluidity of movement, welcoming any guest who enters.

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Morton Harris, Alexander Mescon, Carrie Allen and Timothy S. Mescon

Jeanne Swift, Regina Fernicola and Tammy Beck.

Sam and Jacq uie Rawls

Ann Burr, Marc OliviĂŠ, Steve and Kent Butler, Max Burr.

Mellie Fountain and Henry Swift

Doris and Tom Black

Dr. Pat Fernicola, Stacy Poydasheff, Jacquie Rawls, LTC David Fivecoat, Bob Poydasheff

Orpheus BALL

THE GALA: The Orpheus Ball, a fund raising dinner for the Schwob School of Music, is a unique affair that showcases the musical talents of over eighty students of the School.

THE PLACE: An elegant evening of fantastic music, fine dining and fabulous dancing was had by all at the Green Island Country Club, Thursday November 13, 2008.

THE RECIPIENT: A benefit for the Columbus State University Schwob School of Music. svm ift. u and Matt Sw addell, Mary Lo W d ar ch Ri d Katie an w w w. s o v i e w s m a g . c o m

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he favorite tried-and-true look for the holidays (or for any occasion) has to be the quintessential

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MODELS Jaima Dewey, Jennifer Vatral and Rebekah Byrd. CLOTHING by Bougie Boutique, 6 East Lafayette Square LaGrange, Georgia 30240, 706.882.7400. ACCESSORIES Christopher Jewelers, 233 12th St Uptown Columbus, Georgia. Suite 619, 706.332.9590 and 706.888.9320. HAIR STYLING and MAKE UP Lindsey Rae Howard and Samantha Reeves for Salon NG, 6298 Veterans Pkwy, Suite 2G, Columbus, 706.494-2940. HAIR PRODUCTS Strait Sexy Hair, TIGI, Catwalk, BedHead and Pureology. SPECIAL THANKS Margaret Schley, Curtis Rodgers and Justin Fields, H2O, 6499 Veterans Parkway, Columbus, Georgia 706-984-1917.

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Jacquie Rawls, Butch Botters, Kathy Burns and Sam Rawls.

BACK Jerry Newman, Libbie and Frank Kurinec, Janice Linsenbigler. FRONT Marjorie Newman, Harry Linsenbigler.

John Mitchell, Bob and Stacy Poydasheff and Ralph Puckett.

Candy and Major General Walter Wojdakowski, Richard Wojdakowski and Sam Rawls.

Randy Given and Cindy G s, Sissy Doll, Chuck Walls ivens.

Nancy Carlson and Seth Knight

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Bob Radcliffe, Faye and Steve Melton, Jeff Hardin.

Sherry Radcliffe and Mike Gaymon

Retirement PARTY

THE GALA: Retirement party for Major General Walter Wojdakowski who retired from the Army after 36 years of service.

Major General Wojdakowski graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point in 1972 and served as the Commander for Fort Benning since 2005.

THE HOSTS: Betsy Leebern, Sissy and Rob Doll, Bob and Stacy Poydasheff, Sam and Jacquie Rawls.

THE PLACE: Green Island Country Club, The Swan Room, November 20. svm

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nspiration comes in many forms. For this month's Chef-of-theMonth, Mac Plummer, Vice President, St. Francis Foundation, it came from beloved author, Pat Conroy. Having read and enjoyed several of his novels, including acclaimed best seller The Prince of Tides, Mac found his culinary motivation in Pat's new cookbook, Recipes of my Life.

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The recipe for this month's meal, Beefsteak Florentine for Two, comes directly from Pat's new book as well. Much to Mac's delight, Pat will appear as guest speaker at St. Francis' annual Dr. Clarence Butler Award Dinner, January 27th. This year's dinner will honor Dr. Rusty Simmons, also a fan of Pat's. Sharing his favorite recipe was only the beginning as Mac sat down with SVM and shared a little about his food favorites and meal-time rituals.

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What do you enjoy most about the ritual of preparing and eating a meal? Shopping for what I want to cook, the perfect steaks and vegetables to go with them.

Are there certain foods which you consider your signature dishes?

Beef. T-Bone, Tenderloin and Ribeye. I also enjoy cooking pork roasts.

Do you have any holiday specialties that you make every year?

Marinated and slow cooked whole beef tenderloin for Christmas.

Either in the oven, or on a grill (charcoal).

If you had the chance to give a dinner party and invite anyone you wanted, living or deceased, who would you want at the table? My two great grandfathers, Will Beeland and Gen. James B. Stanley. I would love to see their reactions to the world today.

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Beefsteak Florentine For Two

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2 teaspoons coarse or kosher salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 teaspoon granulated garlic Olive oil (only enough to moisten the spices) T-bone or porterhouse steak, approximately 2 1/2 pounds and 2 1/2 inches thick (my suggestion is to choose a T-bone with a good sized tenderloin) Lemon wedges or Balsamic vinegar

INGREDIENTS 1. Mix the spices together and add the olive oil drop by drop until a paste forms. Rub the paste on both sides of the steak. Use sparingly; excess paste will sit on the surface and make the meat mushy. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Which celebrity chef would you choose to prepare a meal for you?

Rachael Ray. I like Paula Dean, too, but my wife’s name is Rachel.

What is your most frequently used ‘secret’ ingredient? Sweet and sour sauce.

In all the world of fine cuisine, do you have a favorite restaurant? Where is it and why is it your favorite? La Petite Auberge in San Francisco. My cousin married a French lady named Brigitte, who was the northwest wine distributor for Seagrams. She was friends with the chef at this restaurant and he prepared the best seven course meal for us that was incredible. We started with Sweet Bread, which my wife didn’t really go for. The best one I go to fairly regularly is Hunt’s Dixieland BBQ in Kent, Alabama. Best fried catfish anywhere. svm

2. Light a hot fire in a charcoal grill or preheat a gas grill to medium-high. Place the steak on the grill, cover, and cook until done: 6 to 8 minutes per side for rare, 7 to 9 minutes per side for medium rare.

3. Transfer the steak to a cutting board and let it rest for about 10 minutes to let the natural juices redistribute.

Using a knife with a thin sharp blade, cut the meat away from the bone. Carve each section of the steak into thick slices and reassemble around the bone on a serving platter. Serve with lemon wedges or Balsamic vinegar for drizzling. Enjoy!

Wine Suggestion: Casillero del Diablo - Merlot 2006. Great Chilean wine from the Central Valley The wine is 90 % Merlot and 10% Carmenere. This thoroughly enjoyable Merlot features a color of deep, saturated purple and a bouquet of ripe black currant and black cherry touched with black olives and dried herbs. In the mouth, it’s juicy, solid and firm, built on layers of soft, grainy tannins and polished oak; 70 percent of the wine aged six to eight months in American oak barrels, the rest in stainless steel. Great with red meat and pastas. $11 Special thanks to Vic Hubbard, Georgia Crown Distributing Co.

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svm shots The people, place and faces of Southern Views.

Nellie Fields, Amanie and Shaun Benefield.

Marissa Yi, Georgia Kelley, Rachel Baribeau

Mark Davis, Leeanna Singleton, Lisha Hirsch and Matt Philllips.

Johnson Trawick, Crystal Wing, John McDowell, Candace Dockery and Kelsey Kennon.

John McDowell, Candace Dockery, Michael Singleton and Rachel Baribeau.

Brooke Taylor and Daniel Hopper

Crawford Land and Shannon Davis

Nicole Mansion of St Jude Children's Research Hospital with Carla Porter, St Jude patient and cancer survivor.

Matthew Holt and Sundi Rose

aising money for St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, Columbus Country Club teamed with sponsors Carmike Theatres, Triangle Beverage and Clear Channel Radio to host The St. Jude Celebrity Shootout, kicking off Sunday, October 19. The two-day event featured a swanky soiree on Sunday evening and a golf tournament Monday morning. Coordinating the event, Rachel Baribeau was pleased to offer a signed pen flag from Tiger Woods, an autographed stadium seat from Bo Jackson and many other amazing items for the Silent Auction. St. Jude is internationally recognized for its pioneering work in finding cures and saving children with cancer and other catastrophic diseases. svm

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Noris Medina and Mayra Santiago

Mimi Woodson, Natividad Mendez, Wane Hailes, Steve Melton, Christina Richards, Calvin Smyre and Helen Johnson.

he Third Annual Hispanic Heritage Month Breakfast was held on October 15th at the Columbus Convention and Trade Center. Presented

by The Eco Latino Newspaper, the event highlighted the contributions of the Hispanic Community to the area. Cristina Richards was the Chair of the event, Steve Melton-President & CEO of CB&T—was the keynote speaker and Gladiola Unzueta was this year’s recipient of the Elena D. Amos community service award.

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Kelli McManus and Amanda Chapman

Stephanie Barber and Ashley Alford

Steve Butler, Bill Turner, Steve Melton and Leah Braxton.

he W. C Bradley Company, Real Estate Division helped celebrate the 120th Anniversary of the Columbus Bank and Trust Co at the Eagle & Phenix City Mills on October 31, 2008. A plaque to commemorate this special occasion was unveiled by CB&T President and CEO Steve Melton. Some of the speakers included Mat Swift, President and COO of the W.C Bradley Co; Steve Butler, Chairman of the W.C Bradley Co; and Steve Melton.

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epresentatives of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital joined Grayhawk Homes to break ground on the Eighth annual St. Jude Dream Home. The four bedroom, two and one half bath house is valued at approximately $350,000 and is being built in the Crosswinds community. A limited number of chances to win the St. Jude Dream Home house and sixteen additional prizes will go on sale for $100 each beginning in January 2009.

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L-R Kathy Wert (volunteer), Jean Royer (volunteer), Dave Erickson (builder), Dr. Dave (Rooster 106), Brian Waters (Clear Channel), Michael Wright (The Jewelers Touch), Mark Cantrell (Dream Home chairman & Action Buildings), Ed Bostic (Sunny 100), Tom Bryan (JD Kinders), Alan Quin (Rooster 106), Jennifer Newman (Clear Channel)

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svm shots Wherever excitement gathers, SVM is on the scene.

Stan and Anne Hanna Merritt with Mary Boyd and JLC President-Elect Stacey Boyd.

Silent Auction Chairs Katie Waldrep and Kathleen Gilliam, JLC President Colleen Rustin, Attic Sale Chair and Co-Chair Lauren Briscoe and Emily Trotter, JLC President-Elect Stacey Boyd, and Preview Party Co-Chair and Chair Haley Arnold and Jennifer Mordic.

he Junior League of Columbus held their 54th annual Attic Sale, September 20th at the Columbus Civic Center. Proceeding the big day, there was the Bluegrass and Blue Jeans Kick Off Party held at the RiverMill Event Centre. Attic Sale Chair, Lauren Briscoe and co-chair Emily Trotter and all the whole Attic Sale Committee worked ‘round-the-clock to make sure this year’s event measured up to the success of previous years. The Junior League is an organization with a strong tradition of volunteerism and is diverse and dedicated to using women and their talents to achieve individual fulfillment while focusing on today’s critical social issues. svm Photos by Margie Richardson

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Gardiner Church, Sara Dismuke and Fitz Bickerstaff.

Amy and Matt Adams

Elizabeth Gross and Lee Norred

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Katie and Mal Waldrep

Bright Christopher, Kellie Alexander and Kelly McKinstry.

Margie Richardson and Meredith King

JLC President Colleen Rustin and her husband, Rusty.

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Dr. John Waldrop and Russ Carreker

n exquisite and regal portrait of Dr. Jack C. Hughston was unveiled at a ceremony held at the Columbus Chamber of Commerce Depot on Tuesday, October 21st. This particular hall is dedicated to honor business leaders who have been instrumental in our region’s business success. Dr. Hughston, who died in 2004, was and orthopaedist and pioneer in sports medicine. The portrait and ceremony is a way to acknowledge his tireless efforts toward our community.

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Edgar Hughston, Sarah Hardaway Hughston, Jack Hughston and Louise Hughston O’Kelley.

Dr. Carlton G. Savory

Mary Stewart Mullin, Jane Wilson, Wynn Mullin and Gabriela Caligaris.

Mac Strong and friends from the class of 1989.

Susan and Scott Wilson, Zoe Strong and Mac Strong.

Ashley Turner, Brooke Turner and Mac.

Jeff Hunt, Mac Strong and Coach Sam Gartman.

former NFL star and Brookstone alumni, Mack Strong, was in Columbus for a reception celebrating the national release of his the new biography, Unsung Heroes: The Mack Strong Story. Author Curt Simmons joined him in the Rotunda of his former alma mater on October 16 to greet fans and admirers. Drawing a big crowd, Mack Strong, Brookstone class of 1989, shook hands and reminisced about his time as a cougar.

A Joy Sloan, Lauren Champion, Tori Kennedy and Ginny Turner.

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