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COLUMBUS | WEST GEORGIA & EAST ALABAMA AUG/SEPT 2009 | VOL 6, NO 5

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Ranked Top in the Nation for Outstanding Patient Experience and Clinical Excellence

The perfect combination for outstanding outcomes!

Out of over 5,000 hospitals, Hughston Hospital in Columbus has been ranked as the Best Hospital in Georgia and among the Top 5% in the Nation for Joint Replacement. And now, Hughston Hospital in Columbus is recognized among the Top 1% in the Nation for Outstanding Patient Experience by HealthGrades, the independent leader in healthcare ratings.

No other hospital in the Columbus/Phenix City region achieved comparable recognition.

We’re #1 because of our remarkable staff and physicians, our investment in technology, and our commitment to quality care.

2004-2009 Hospital Quality Study and Ratings

SVM CONTENTS AUG/SEPT 2009

33 COLIN POWELL

66 5TH ANNIVERSARY

An interview with the former Secretary of State about his past, present, and keys to his successful career.

SVM is celebrating 5 years.

Take a look back at some of our favorite pictures.

81 SIXX DESIGNS

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THE SECRET GARDEN

Columbus born Courtney Novogratz and husband Robert transform abandoned buildings in Manhattan into multi-million dollar residences.

The trend of patterns and the abundance of floral prints continues this summer.

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85 THE CROWN JEWEL

HAND IN HAND At the Griffins Tudor home in Hilton Heights, the past lives hand in hand with the present.

The Canadian whisky Crown Royal produces a rare gem.

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89 CHEF OF THE MONTH

GEORGIA ON MY WINE

A look at Habersham Winery, who has been producing award winning wines since 1983 and is one of Georgia's oldest and largest wineries.

Jerome Bechard, Cottonmouth’s coach, gives us a recipe with a bite of Canadian flare.

ALSO IN EACH ISSUE…

5 FROM THE EDITOR Stand and Deliver

6 LETTERS TO THE EDITOR SVM gives readers a voice

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THE LAST PAGE A final word from guest writer Stacey Leebern.

SVM EDITORIAL

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Editor On the Cover Kelly Barrentine What made you decide to be a nurse?

I have always had the desire to work in the healthcare field. However, the birth of my brother, who was born premature, is what convinced me to pursue a career as a neonatal nurse. I cannot think of anything more rewarding than helping to care for babies that are born prematurely.

Besides being an athlete, what is a talent that you most covet? I have always admired people who have the ability to sing or play a musical instrument. I’ve grown up hearing my grandfather sing in church. He has a beautiful voice. Unfortunately, I do not feel like I inherited this gift.

What is one thing that no one knows about you? One thing that most people do not know about me is that I am still scared that something is under my bed!

What do you consider your most Southern characteristics? The Southern characteristic that people will find to be the most noticeable is my Southern accent.

Who would you pick to play you in a movieversion of your life? Reese Witherspoon will be a great choice! I really admire her as an actress.

She has the ability to make other people laugh and she has a great perspective on life.

According to Reese, her grandmother taught her to have strength and self respect. I believe these are two things that no one can ever take away.

Girls are always on the lookout for their knight in shining armor. But shining armor is a little outdated. What would a modern day knight wear? My “modern day knight” would definitely be wearing a uniform! I have always liked the way guys look in a uniform but I also admire the fact that they are willing to put their lives on the line fighting for our country or risk their own lives to save the life of someone else.

Which is the one event that has had the biggest impact on you and your life? The event that has had the greatest impact on my life is when I became a Christian. Even when I make mistakes, I know that there is someone there to comfort me and give me the strength to get through the difficult times in my life.

Stand and Deliver ive years ago my first editorial sentence read: “SVM is finally here and we hope to grow with you with style.” I think we accomplished both - we grew nicely and we kept our unique style.

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The degree of utility defines the nature of SVM content. We always try to deliver the best possible information about a given topic and present it in the most comprehensive and usable way. Whether we succeed in doing so or not is not our decision, but the decision you are making with every issue we publish.

The first issue may not have been quite as polished as it is today, but it is every bit as relevant. It made us what we are today. SVM has evolved, and will keep doing so, but there is a recognizable thread that holds the whole range of its issues together - the relevance, perhaps, of the past to the present and the future.

Though the magazine industry is not easy to be in, it's definitely an exciting ride. Even with all the challenges of the magazine world we were able to publish 34 very distinguished issues that definitely set us apart from any other publication in Columbus. We've published more than 200 articles, trying to address the most important events and issues of Columbus and the South.

We've heard a lot of criticism, but we've also received a lot of support. In fact, there is nothing more valuable than constructive criticism which is basically the only thing which makes our content better, our magazine more useful and our efforts worthwhile.

Since 2004 we made several aesthetic changes to the magazine and brought you the first online magazine in Columbus.

Our website was always a favorite destination for many of our readers and friends. Now most news breaks first on the Web, and Internet news sites are primary sources of information for young (and not-so-young) readers.

Thank you for reading SVM, sharing your ideas and suggestions, without which our existence would be futile. Every e-mail you've sent to us has an incredible value for us. Thank you to our contributors who make it so readable, to our advertisers—many of whom have become a familiar part of the magazine, which without you our existence wouldn’t be possible, and to all those who have given their support, advice and kind good wishes. Here’s to another five years!

Roberto Caligaris Editor-in-Chief

How would you describe yourself in three words: Outgoing, Spontaneous, & Witty HAIR AND MAKE UP: Lindsey Rae Howard for Salon NG, 6298 Veterans Parkway, Suite 2G, Columbus, 706.494.2940 SPECIAL THANKS: The Buzz, 2495 Airport Thruway, Columbus, 706.320.9070. COVER PHOTO: R. Caligaris 7

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SVM LETTERS

This Month’s

Letters Perfect Match

I want to congratulate you for a wonderful cover of the June/July 2009 SVM. The issue would have been amazing enough had there been only one cover girl but we welcome two. The photography is mesmerizing, so cheers to you SVM for your always modern, intelligent, exciting, and entertaining magazine.

JENNY M. COLUMBUS

River Fan

One of my favorites issues of your magazine was the “Homes on the River” issue (June/July 2009).

My husband and I fell in love with the backwaters about 15 years ago and it became our favorite weekend destination. It represents the comfortable, unspoiled and easygoing South of my dreams. I can’t wait until next year.

SUSAN F. VIA EMAIL

Twitter Craze

I read your editorial on Twitter with great interest (Twitter Me This, June/July 2009). For some people it is just another cool-social-network-ofthe-moment. For me Twitter is my water cooler, of sorts. I didn't invent this metaphor, but it's an apt one. Twitter gives me a chance to take a break and chat with folks informally, about serious and nottoo-serious stuff. Sometimes that's about business or marketing, sometimes it's not. Twitter allows me

EDITOR IN CHIEF Roberto Caligaris ASSISTANT EDITOR Sundi Rose GUEST EDITOR Nicholas Caligaris LAYOUT DESIGN George Adkins Melissa Moore Sammie Saxon

to "meet" them just the same, which in some ways is the allure of online generally, for me: it connects me with people, cultures, businesses and events outside of my physical world.

MARK V. VIA EMAIL

I'm a software entrepreneur and I enjoyed reading your article on Twitter (June-July 09). I started using Twitter just because it was there and I wanted to understand what it was. But in doing so, I've come to realize that it is an important part of our rapidly changing information landscape. It is part of the ongoing communication technology evolution. Like technologies before it--mail, telegraph, radio, TV, overnight delivery, fax, email, etc. Twitter is creating countless new value propositions. There is no one reason why it is important, but it is very important.

RAY G. ATLANTA, GA

Twitter is a fun tool to connect with people, but is it relevant? How do you follow thousands of people? I have trouble getting to a hundred emails a day. Not replying but just reading them.

You have to admit there's no way that you are reading all the posts from the thousands you are following. There is not enough hours in a day to do it. My productivity would go way down if I added another communication tool.

LEIGH ANN L. COLUMBUS

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SVM PEOPLE

SVM Contributors

If God were a woman what would be the one thing she would change about the world? I don’t think anyone could have done it better.

What university will you attend? Rhode Island School of Design Providence, RI. It was my first choice! I will probably be a Graphic Design major.

Who is your favorite author and your favorite book? I love all the classic female British authors: Emily and Charlotte Brontë, Frances Burney but Jane Austen is my favorite and her adored book Pride and Prejudice.

What is your favorite vacation destination: Paris.

I love the culture and feel of the city. As an artist there is so much to be inspired by and being in the place where so many artist were founded, makes it just a special place to be.

Where is your dream destination and why?

Italy. I’ve spent a lot of time in my Political Science classes studying their history and government, more so than any other country but our own, still I’ve never been.

What is your favorite name brand? Express! I love their modern edge they put on all of their clothes.

What's your favorite TV show of all time and why? Grey’s Anatomy. I started watching it the second season so I bought the first season on DVD and watched it in three days. I got hooked; I love it because there are several plots running at one time and it’s never boring.

What is your dream job? I would either like to be the editor of GQ France, a male model (haha!), or photographer of models. I shoot Jarrett, my twin brother, and a lot of my friends all the time so I have been practicing for that career, or just a full time artist.

Chelsea Lipocky Describe your personal style. I don't know if I would call it style, but I am usually pretty casual. I wear a lot of dresses because they are easy to wear, and I don't have to worry too much about matching. I love wearing fall clothes and colors.

What kind of music would you like to listen to when not working? I like any music you can dance to, but my favorite would be funk. I love songs like She's a Bad Mama Jama and Brick House. They never get old to me, and always put me in a good mood.

Do you have a favorite painter? I love all of the impressionist but my favorite is Henri de ToulouseLautrec. I love his posters! He is not as famous as Manet and Monet but, I think his work is just as beautiful.

What is your favorite movie? UP! by Disney-Pixar they make the best movies!. I love all their movies Finding Nemo, The Incredibles, Toy Story the list could go on. Oh and I really loved Taken!

What is your favorite television show? Desperate Housewives, Brothers and Sisters or Sonny With a Chance. Even though I am becoming addicted to Reality TV shows like NYC Prep and So You Think You Can Dance.

Which is your favorite childhood hero? My favorite hero when I was a kid was Superman. I always watched the series with Dean Cain and Teri Hatcher. I even tried to cut my Barbie's hair to look like Lois Lane, which did not end well for Barbie.

Lane Mobley Has a song ever made you cry? Yes many have, Ryan Adams In My Time of Need does every time. It’s funny because it’s the first song he ever wrote that was not autobiographic but it’s so raw and pure I believed every word. It reminds me of my Pawpaw.

Favorite store to shop? Anthropologie. It’s the perfect fusion of femininity and comfort.

Who is/was your favorite U.S President?

Ronald Reagan, because of his dedication to lessen the role of the national government in the United States and to halt the spread of Communism worldwide.

What is the one, single food that you would never give up? Chocolate.

If you could only achieve one thing in life what would it be? Only one? To be either a successful novelist or screenwriter.

Name one person that you would like to interview. President Obama.

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What is your biggest ambition in life?

Ultimately I want to have a family, but that is not really on my radar right now. Now I am focused on finding a place in sports media, preferably in television. My dream job would be working as a writer or reporter for a major sports news station.

What is your favorite shoes brand? My favorite brand would probably be Gianni Bini. I love their sandals, heels, and boots, and they always have great sales!

What's your favorite midnight snack? I love Oreos and peanut butter. Trust me, it is delicious.

Jonathan Giles Key

What's your favorite day of the year and why?

Super Bowl Sunday. There is always good food, great commercials, friendly competition and hopefully an exciting game.

Who is your favorite singer? Adele! She is a British singer with a jazzy neo soul vibe.

Do you cry at movies? I didn't usually cry at movies, that was until I saw Marley and Me. For some reason, I can watch 100 sappy movies and not shed a tear, but when there is a dog involved, I don't have a chance.

What are your hobbies? I love art, painting, drawing, photography. That’s what I like do mostly in my spare time. But I also enjoy singing, playing piano or just listening to music. Speaking of painting, I am on commission if anyone would like a painting done!

Do you scream on roller coasters? Of course.

Even if I tried, I wouldn't be able to help it.

Texting or calling? I actually prefer to text or BBM (Black Berry Message). It’s so much faster than calling.

I am addicted to texting. At one point, I was sending 10,000 text messages per month. I have slowed down now. That was a unhealthy addiction to have. svm

Would you get a tattoo for a loved one? My dad and I got matching UGA tattoos when I got into the University of Georgia. They are of UGA, our bulldog mascot, who I consider a loved one.

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BY ALESSIO CALIGARIS AND JONATHAN KEY

ith school’s launch in the fall, Southern Views is shining a light on some of the top schools in our community. Columbus has a thriving educational system that strives to provide the best schooling for our students. Our schools are setting ever-higher standards in pursuit of the quality education our students need and deserve.

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Ranging from elementary schools to college, there are various institutions for you to choose from. Profiling five of the area’s best schools: Brookstone, Calvary, St. Anne-Pacelli, St. Luke School, and Columbus State University, we hope to give you a glimpse of the educational gems Columbus offers. Differing in religious affiliations, location, and size, we want to help you uncover the endless educational opportunities available for the enrichment of your student.

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ew schools offer a learning experience as unique as Calvary Christian School. The purpose of Calvary Christian School is to give each student an opportunity to know God through Christ and to give students guidance into a positive Christian way of life. CCS seeks to provide a disciplined campus lifestyle and a stimulating curriculum that leads to a commitment to Biblical moral and spiritual values. As well as developing its students spiritually, CCS is committed to giving each student an exceptional academic education. Because CCS offers many different AP and honors courses, students are sure to have many opportunities to challenge themselves academically.

By having only 550 students between grades PreK-3 and grade 12, classes are small to ensure that each student can receive the individual attention that he or she may need. CCS is pleased to have Discovery School which is a program available for students who require additional academic support by giving them personal attention that is needed to ensure students are reaching their full potential.

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By requiring each teacher to maintain ACSI certification and have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree with many teachers having already obtained Master’s degrees; Calvary upholds its reputation of having some of the finest educators in the city. Calvary’s up and coming sports programs aid students in becoming better equipped for whatever life may hold trough the many different lessons that sports teach. As well as competing in GISA, Calvary also has an intramural league for elementary through sixth grade students. Other features that make CCS a unique school include: Spanish in all grade levels, Fine Arts taught in all departments, state of the art computer labs for all departments, extended care and summer camps for students, after school karate, tumbling, chorale classes, piano lessons, and more.

Sending its graduates to many different colleges around the state and elsewhere throughout the country, CCS equips graduates with the academic and personal tools needed to continue growing and learning outside of campus walls. w w w. s o v i e w s m a g . c o m

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pportunities abound on the campus at Brookstone School! As Columbus’ only Pre-K through 12 independent college preparatory program, students experience a challenging academic program with the benefit of numerous arts and extra-curricular activities including visual and performing arts, athletics, servant leadership, academic teams and service clubs. From the Lower School student who is greeted on the sidewalk each morning to the athlete who receives a high five from a teammate, students find a family atmosphere where faculty and staff are dedicated to helping each other find success.

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The educational journey begins in the Lower School’s Pre-Kindergarten class with enrichment programs in Spanish, computer, art, music, library skills, and servant leadership. The Lower School years are filled with wonder as teachers inspire students to explore and to be creative. In the Intermediate School the program emphasizes essential skills in writing and reading, mathematics, social studies, fine arts, and foreign language. Middle School helps students navigate the preadolescent years by giving them opportunities to develop mentally, physically, ethically, and socially. Characterized by an exceptional college preparatory curriculum and a close-knit, caring faculty, the Upper School provides students with opportunities to refine their critical thinking skills and pursue their areas of interest. Academically, students can excel in honors and AP classes and take courses not offered in many secondary programs.

Brookstone has shaped its program to encourage students to think beyond the confines of the School’s campus. Through state-of-the-art technology and a dynamic servant leadership program, the student body is involved in the local community as well as the community. Brookstone has a strong relationship with Ricks Institute in Liberia, and engages in numerous activities with them including video conferencing, hosting exchange students, and faculty and student trips to the Ricks campus. Locally, Brookstone students apply their unique abilities and talents to benefit others through service and mentoring. A variety of opportunities are provided to develop a “heart for service.”

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he mission of St. Luke School is to provide each student with an excellent academic education that is faith-based; by challenging and nurturing the mind, body and spirit; and by developing responsible servant leadership. The St. Luke School faculty and staff are deeply committed to ongoing efforts to improve all aspects of our instructional program. To do so, they have established specific goals which are based on beliefs about education. From believing all children can learn to being committed that every student develops a high self-esteem, rewards St. Luke’s student’s success.

Serving grades K- 8, St. Luke believes the whole child must be served including mental, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual aspects. Offering a wide range of extracurricular activities ranging from dance to basketball, and the recent addition of soccer, St. Luke offers nine competitive teams.

They also enrich their students in the Arts. From musical productions to chorus and art, students at St. Luke are well-rounded.

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The unique Project Oriented Curriculum offers students a unique handson experience of learning. St. Luke strives for the “application of curriculum through authentic learning experiences.” Beginning in kindergarten with the Media Festival Projects to eighth grade where students participate in National History Day, St. Luke School’s curriculum is rich and deep in project based learning.

St. Luke School differs from other schools in many ways; however, the most important variable is St. Luke’s private Christian School where everyone – teachers, parents, and students – are encouraged to praise and honor God. Every Wednesday students attend Chapel in the sanctuary and sing songs and hymns related to the curriculum. Furthermore through every grade level, teachers teach the importance of making Godly choices in daily lives. With the use of Prayer Journals, Bible Study, and silent or out-loud prayer, St. Luke offers a comfortable, non-threatening environment for Christian beliefs. w w w. s o v i e w s m a g . c o m

St. Luke School is obligated to rewarding students with the highest enrichment of education without regard to race, religion, creed, sex, or national origin, in hopes to develop the complete student.

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t. Anne-Pacelli Catholic School is named after St. Anne, the mother of Mary, and Pope Pius XII, Eugenio Pacelli. It’s history stretches back to 1868, with the present lower and upper schools being founded in 1952 and 1958, respectively. St. Anne-Pacellis is is the only PK4 through grade 12 Catholic School serving southwestern Georgia.

The faculty and staff of St. Anne-Pacelli have a great and noble mission; to serve God by building knowledge and character of young people. The curriculum is challenging and the teachers push the students to work hard, encouraging them along the way and helping them develop the skills necessary to be successful in life. The teachers are mentors, guides, disciplinarians, and cheerleaders for all students. The diverse student body comes from different areas of the city, and is comprised of different racial, economic, and religious backgrounds, a fact that only makes the school stronger. So strong that 99% of high school graduates are accepted into local and national colleges with an average annual college scholarship total of $1,700,000 for only 40 students. This same strong academic standard is upheld in the lower and middle school as well. The average total score of a lower school student at St. Anne-Pacelli is higher than 80% of the students who took the Terra Nova nationally. With the average class size for grades PK-8 being 18 students and student to teacher ratio 11:1 and the average class size for our high school being twelve students and student to teacher ratio 8:1, they give individual attention to students, which is a major factor that yields success.

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n the heart of Columbus, Georgia, Columbus State University offers an academically thriving student center environment. Enrolling more than 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students in fall 2008, CSU educates students for career and life success. Columbus State University, founded in 1958, has educated students who have gone on to become leaders at the local, state, and national level.

Recently developing the RiverPark Campus in Downtown Columbus, CSU has established the components of a world-class performing arts campus as well. The Corn Center for the Visual Arts, Schwob School of Music, and Theatre on the Park are only a few examples of the new editions to this expanding campus. Promoting research in the sciences as well, CSU is located near the Oxbow Meadows Environmental Learning Center, the Coca-Cola Space Science Center and the Carson McCullers Center for Writers and Musicians outreach centers extending CSU’s reputation as a teaching university, offering learning opportunities for students as well as the public.

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Boasting a stellar faculty, impressive facilities, and small class sizes, 20:1 on average, CSU offers a top-notch educational experience, including nationally accredited programs in art, nursing, music, theatre, and teacher education. The university also offers a variety of online offerings and an extensive continuing education program. Students in all majors have opportunities beyond campus to enhance their traditional learning through internships, clinical experiences, cooperative education, and field research alongside senior professors.

CSU offers valuable service to the community and "real world" experience to its students by collaborating on projects with a variety of business/industry, civic, arts, and governmental partners.

Additional educational opportunities are available through special programs for CSU students, such as the Honors Program, the heralded Servant Leadership Program, and study abroad curriculum.

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CSU expects its students to provide the effort, enthusiasm, and determination to make the most of their learning opportunities. The school promises challenges and inspiration, support and encouragement, and an experience from not only your formal education, but also extracurricular activities, lifelong friends, and an energetic and unforgettable college experience. svm AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2009

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SVM WEDDING

Keller-Willis Photos by W. Scott

Allison Paige Keller and James Robert Willis were united in marriage on May 16, 2009. • The ceremony took place at St. Luke United Methodist Church in Columbus, Georgia. • The bride is the daughter of Mr. John Steven Keller and Mrs. Cindy Allen Keller. • The groom is the son of Mr. James Lawrence Willis and Mrs. Elizabeth West Gilmer. • The Maid of Honor was Miss Kelly Ann Sinquefield. The Best Man was Mr. Richard Hamilton Gilmer. • Following the ceremony, the reception was held at the Columbus Convention and Trade Center. • After a honeymoon trip to Costa Rica the couple will reside in Savannah, Georgia. svm w w w. s o v i e w s m a g . c o m

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Eddie Norris, Kerry Norris, Ann Norris, Wesley Shirley, Charlton Norris and Amy Norris.

Ansley Alexander, Hallie White, Wesley Shirley and Taylor Weekley.

John, Sarah Frances, Lynn and Taylor Weekley.

Hallie White and Huel White

Hallie White and Wesley Shirley

Rainy Night

in Georgia THE OCCASION: The First Debutante party of the season took place at the Green Island Country Club on June 26, 2009.

Katherine Short, Hallie White, Britney White, Caroline Murphy and Ansley Spratlin.

THE THEME: The theme was Rainy Night In Georgia and was given by the parents of the debutantes. The large room at the Green Island Country Club was decorated to look like a rainy ballroom with boots and umbrellas.

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Julie, Lonnie and Ansley Alexander

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s a photographer, Kim Lane of Lane’s Creative Images specializes in portraits, weddings, headshots, and fine art—seeking moments with unique depth and sense of spirit. She has developed a keen eye, focusing on the essential power of moment— inviting and allowing it to unfold and play.

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She truly enjoys herself, and after being around Kim and seeing how she approaches her shoots I realized that her experience and technical skills make her work inspiring and always exciting. Kim sat down with SVM to tell us more about her career and her passion for photography.

Who or what initially influenced you to become a photographer? Photography was always important in my family when I was growing up. Someone was always taking snapshots, but I really became more involved in the photographic process when I became the yearbook editor in high school and college. I would have an idea for a layout that needed a certain type of photograph, so if the staff photographers did not shoot what I envisioned, I would just go shoot it myself. After my senior year in high school, I started assisting a studio photographer in Illinois. He was a great teacher; out of the four teenagers who worked for Mr. D’s Photography, all are now professional photographers. It started as a summer job, while in high school and college, but it became our professions.

When was Lanes Creative Images founded? Lane’s Creative Images was started in 1988.

What sparked you to start this business? It was definitely my husband and his business partner’s idea. My husband had been a successful photographer and was running Garrett and Lane Color Lab, a photographic processing lab for professional photographers across the country. I had managed the customer service department of Garrett and Lane, St. Louis, so I knew the industry as well as the studio side of the business.

I was very happy being a stay-at-home mom. Our daughter, was in fourth grade and very involved in dance, gymnastics, and cheerleading. Aside from being the chauffeur (a job my mother was thrilled to take over) I had a lot of free time. It was the consensus that I should open a studio despite my initial reluctance.

What is the key to the success of Lanes after all of these years? The key to success is to simply love what you do, that’s what I think propelled Lane’s success after all these years.

Studio Manager Cassie Fuller and Kim Lane.

What is the most important quality a photographer needs to have? Perhaps what you look for in your staff. In my opinion a photographer has got to be the total package. A good photographer must be creative and technically competent. It’s not about getting great images; it’s about the complete experience. I am extremely fortunate to have a diverse, well rounded staff that understands the importance of customer relationships. You are only as good as the people who work for you.

Lane’s varies in photographic projects ranging from senior and family portraits, themed shots, children to weddings, what do you think your favorite subject is to shoot?

Anything that is different. I love to have a consultation with a client, listen to their ideas, offer some suggestions, and together come up with an innovative portrait session that is customized to their unique personality.

Tell us Pico Lane Griego! How did Pico become your company’s “Mascot”? You’ve seen our website (www.lanescreativeimages.com)! Pico is my daughter Jamie’s Chihuahua. Even though Jamie now spends the majority of her time as a dancer/choreographer, her degree is in photography. She has worked with us at the studio for years. Currently she is living in Nashville, but continues to share ideas and direction for Lane’s Creative Images. Anyone who knows Jamie knows that Pico is never far away. svm w w w. s o v i e w s m a g . c o m

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Despite scorching heat and soaring humidity, close to 4,000 people attended the Grand Opening of the new National Infantry Museum and Soldier Center at Patriot Park.

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THE GUESTS: In attendance for the ribbon cutting ceremony were General Colin Powell, former Secretary of State and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Rep. Sanford Bishop, General (Ret) Jerry White and Mayor Jim Wetherington.

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The former Secretary of State in a candid interview with SVM talks about leadership, Ft. Benning and his love for America…

We are very excited to have you in Columbus for the Jim Blanchard Leadership Forum on August 31st. What does leadership mean to you?

Leadership is all about fellowship. It is getting a group of followers to get the job done. The art of leadership is to achieve a common purpose, and to do this followers must share this common purpose.

A leader’s responsibility is to ensure that followers have what they need to get the job done. A leader must show they are in control with discipline so people take them seriously.

Is there anyone in particular that has influenced the way you utilize leadership in your life? I think when people ask me this question they expect me to rattle off names of some general or president, but to tell you the truth, it is really my parents and family who have had the most influence on me. I was also influenced by the junior officers that I met early in my career, captains and majors in Fort Benning. In the field we learned at a detail level to prepare how to take care of each other. What you learn about leadership comes early in life, and then you train those skills later. I have completed the highest level of military schooling where I continued to train my leadership skills.

Segregation was not only a burden on blacks, but also on whites that knew better.

I understand you spent time in Fort Benning both in the late 1950’s during your Basic Infantry Training and a few years later for Infantry Officer’s Advanced Course while starting your family. How did living in the Columbus area impact your life? I arrived in Columbus in 1963 after my first tour in Vietnam with my wife and our first-born Michael, who was born while I was serving in Vietnam. We lived in Phenix City for a few months before moving to government housing on the post. We were there from 1963-1967, at a time of segregation and transition in America. I remember being thrown out of a drive-in hamburger joint on Victory Drive and of the difficulty on finding a place my family could live before moving on post.

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How do you think your family and cultural identity affected your journey the most? I came into the army at a time when it succeeded in desegregating itself, but at a time when the country had not. The Army told me to ‘just perform.’ They didn’t care about my immigrant parents or that I was living in the Bronx. I learned to see first through the prism of performance. When I became Chairmen of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, people would ask how it felt to be the first black chairman. I would respond that I am just the first chairman that happens to be black. Nevertheless, I never step away from being black or shy away from my culture.

When you decided to stay in the military and pursue it as a career, what was your family’s reaction? At first they were a little puzzled, scratching their heads at the idea. My family in New York became professionals doctors, lawyers, businessmen. I was expected to go into the military for a few years then come out to pursue a career, but I discovered this was my passion, not to mention I wasn’t too great at the rest of my college studies. The hardest ones to convince were my aunts. Once I told them that I would get a pension at the age of 41, they quickly warmed up to the idea and knew everything would be okay. My family was always supportive of me. My mom was there for my promotion, my father had already passed away at the time, but she was very proud.

In your opinion, what is the best thing about living in America? There are opportunities here that do not exist anywhere else. We fight with each other, but we have a remarkable ability to solve problems in an orderly manner. Despite the issues we face, we are still the hope and inspiration to the rest of the world. I look at American cities and see the diversity as the source of strength for this country. When people say America is not as good as it used to be, I think about all the people across the world that are still lining up to come here.

You are obviously a busy man. What do you like to do in your free time? My wife and I are very public people. We go to all the events we have to, but when we don’t, we prefer to stay at home. We really enjoy and value our privacy. I like to read, work on cars, and do chores around the house. This morning I was pressure-washing the lawn furniture and the first thing to interrupt me was you guys. Other than that we love spending time with our children and grandchildren. We have three children, Michael, former Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission, Linda, an actress, and Annemarie, a producer for ESPN. Last question. How would you describe yourself in three words? A good guy. svm

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& Drawing THE EVENT: The Columbus Contemporaries held an evening of Drinking & Drawing on July 16, 2009 at the Columbus Museum.

Guests had the opportunity to enjoy cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and to view and purchase works by local artist Nicolás Gracey.

THE HIGHLIGHT: A step-by-step drawing teaching class by Nicolás Gracey to all participants. Hors d’oeuvres provided by sponsor Wildwood Catering.

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ne would never guess that Betty and Gary Griffin’s two story Tudor hadn’t always been there.

However, it’s brand new. In December of 2008, the family home which was built in 1951 by Betty’s father T. Hicks Fort, was torn down and the present day home was finished in time for the holiday the family loves the best—Christmas. The original home was bought by Gary and Betty from her father in 1973 and they have lived there ever since. The couple raised their children there and welcomed seven grandchildren. As the family expanded the old house just didn’t work well for them anymore. Her sister Barbara, her husband Bobo and their two boys moved next door in 1977 and they became a crowd as everyone married and had children. They considered adding on to the house but it still would have been an “old” house with new areas.

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Fortunately, their youngest daughter, Christy, married architect Will Barnes, and because of that they knew that a tear down and rebuild was a very viable option. The family worked with Will for over a year. He knew she loved the house her grandfather had built in the 1920’s and Will designed the perfect exterior. Betty adds, “He designed some pretty good interiors, but none of them passed the ‘let your fingers do the walking test’ on the plans. So he just put all the rooms back where they were in the first place, except that the other three bedrooms are upstairs now.” svm w w w. s o v i e w s m a g . c o m

ABOVE AND LEFT The well decorated living room serves as a stage for good friends and lively conversation while gazing out to the pond. Work by local artists Teil Duncan, Helen Olnick and Alice Douglas punctuate the room with bursts of color.

An iron table from Scotts in Atlanta cozies up to an elegant but comfortable sofa from Hinson Galleries.

Other textures such as eyelash fabric on the club chairs, granite surrounding the fireplace from MegaGranite, hardwood floors from The Floorman, and the wool area rug from Flooring and More round off this inviting space.

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ABOVE The library is the heart of Gary and Betty’s home. It is where they come to read, talk, watch TV or play games. The antique mantelpiece was restored by their sonin-law Wade White and the bookshelves which were custom built by Andy Hall were stained to match it. If refreshments are needed, there is a bar in the corner that features black granite from Countertop Solutions. The grass cloth on the wall from Warner Paint and Decorating and an oriental rug tie everything together. BELOW LEFT The Griffin’s prefer traditional elements with a bit of surprise so they updated what might be expected in such a room. The upholstered slipper chairs surrounding an expandable mahogany table over a Turkish Oushak rug, set the stage for special family meals. A Venetian oil by Bruno Zupan is displayed prominently over the antique buffet. The china cabinet in the corner was a piece from the original home. BELOW RIGHT Master bathroom with granite and marble from Greenwood Tiles.

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ABOVE The kitchen is the hub of the house and the large island provides plenty of work and storage space.

Son-in-law Wade White crafted the mahogany island using reclaimed lumber and inlaid wood. It is a beautiful “Old world piece� in an otherwise traditional white kitchen. Andy Hall crafted the cabinetry giving it a custom built in look.

To ground the room, black granite countertops from MegaGranite are set against classic white subway tile.

RIGHT Adjoining the kitchen is the breakfast room with a mahogany farm table, reproduction Windsor chairs, and a Heriz oriental rug. The back wall features local artists such as Eddie Norris, Sally Bradley and Bruno Zupan.

All the artwork was framed by G&H.

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THE BACKYARD A view from the covered porch overlooking the pond offers unobstructed views of the well manicured gardens. The pond was designed and built by Jason Taft and is maintained by Lonnie Ward of Pond Keepers. Gary and Betty were especially happy with the way the backyard turned out thanks to Pete Page with enhancements by Missy Upchurch. Pete was able to create a landscape plan incorporating the new pond with the mature plantings that were a special part of the former home.

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A Historic Wildwood property with a spectacular view is transformed into an unpretentious but charming home in midtown Columbus

indy Woodsmall Jones purchased the Wildwood property in 1998 from Kyle and Sally Spencer. This acre lot was the site of the historic “Wildwood” built in 1831.

(Sally was actually born in the original Wildwood home and at one time she and Kyle dreamed of rebuilding it). The springs of Wildwood once furnished water for the City of Columbus.

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Cindy spent many years dreaming of house plans that would best suit the lot. In 2005, she and husband Matt reconnected after having met twenty years earlier – and the idea of building an extraordinary home became “their” dream. With help from architect, Jack Jenkins, they were able to bring their vision to life.

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Cindy and Matt’s main desire was to create a home that had the charm and grace of a house that had been here for decades. They chose a veneer of Tennessee fieldstone, trimmed with Crab Orchard flagstone and combined this with stained cedar shakes for a cozy, cottage feel. A contrasting Bluestone was used for the porches, terrace, and walkways.

In every step of the planning process, preserving the views of the Wildwood area was foremost. Cindy met with landscape architect, Jolly Roberts, the entire time the house was under construction. Their focus was to create captivating views from inside the home as well as out.

While many hours were spent working on the exterior, just as much time was invested in planning a sophisticated yet comfortable interior plan with Arden Cheney of William Huff Interiors.

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SVM HOME OPPOSITE PAGE: Many finishes and textures are used in the living room giving it a warm and inviting feel. Larry Duquette used an antiqued glaze to give the new cabinetry an aged look.

Arden Cheney picked fabrics that not only looked good but felt good such as cut velvet sofas in Schumacher, a custom bordered wool rug by Stanton, comfortable lounge chairs in Decorators Walk and damask draperies in Lee Joffa. The case clock was a new purchase from William Huff Interiors. Two fabulous paintings by Bruno Zupan, The Archduke’s Garden at Son Marroig and Antique Column Garden Beside Pond add the finishing touches to this special room.

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ABOVE LEFT Adjacent to the kitchen is the breakfast room. On a recent trip to Ravello, Italy, the homeowner found the dishes which became the color inspiration for this room. The custom blue and yellow draperies are in Boussac Fadini, the two custom plaid lounge chairs in Kravet fabric, the farm table and chairs are English reproductions. ABOVE RIGHT A self professed foodie Cindy loves to cook. The heart of this house, this kitchen is every cook’s dream. Tara Hutchens of Architectural Interiors and the homeowner got together to design a well planed, well organized kitchen that provides functionality. The cherry cabinets were crafted

by Larry Duquette of Duquette Cabinetry and Millwork Company and are a nice compliment to the Brazilian cherry floor. To give this kitchen a true European feel, marble countertops in Calcutta Gold from Took 4 Granite, a custom made cast stone oven hood, and Danish blue ice crackle tile from Renaissance Tile and Bath are used. The appliances were from Daniel Appliance and blend seamlessly into this timeless space. BELOW Tone on tone red striped Schumacher wall covering creates an elegant backdrop for the formal dining area. The antique English side board is from William Huff Interiors, and the oil painting entitled Spring Glory, is an original by Colorado artist Marilyn Hageman.

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WildwoodTREAT LEFT A Kohler pedestal tub from E&E Plumbing is the star of the master bathroom. The walls were faux finished by Barbara Lehman in a robin’s egg blue, the floor is polished Chateau marble from Jenkins Brick & Tile and the custom silk draperies are in Brunschwig & Fils.

RIGHT The bedroom boast a mahogany four poster bed with a quilted silk cover that coordinates with the plaid silk draperies. The custom lounge chairs in a floral print from Travis and Co. offer spectacular views out to a two tiered fountain and gardens. BELOW Pecky cypress installed by Larry Duquette gives the study a more masculine feel. The oil painting Lakebottom Park by Rani Garner was commissioned by the homeowner and is the focal point for this room. Arden Cheaney created a cozy area where Matt or Cindy can read their favorite book, watch TV, or just relax. The fireplace surround is Madeira marble installed my Mike Jenkins of Took-4-Granite, the plaid draperies as well as the Diamond Chenille fabric on the sofa are Kravet, the cut velvet on the lounge chairs and sofa pillows are Brunschwig & Fils.

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Jolly Roberts was the landscape architect for the beautiful gardens. She was commissioned to build a custom landscape garden that reflects the individual style of the homeowners. Her main focus was to create a Southern garden that transmits a sense of harmony, of rightness, and what so many of us are looking for in life today-balance. A prominent arbor, tulips, azaleas, forsythia and colorful border plantings creates a sweep of texture to the backyard. This enchanting setting is private and brings joy and happiness to all involved. svm

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Discover one of the hidden treasures of Georgia: Habersham Winery. Located in Helen, Habersham Winery has been producing award winning wines since 1983 and is one of Georgia's oldest and largest wineries.

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The appeal is obvious–small, family-owned, boutique wineries are neatly tucked away in the scenic rolling vineyards of North Georgia–discovered only by curious visitors who come for sampling of their sublimely flavored vintages. Home to more than twenty wineries, with more in the planning stages, Georgia’s wine industry is growing.

However, it wasn’t always so. Even though winemaking flourished here in the 1800s, by the turn

of the century, Georgia ranked sixth in production among U.S. states. Prohibition was its death knell. In 1907 the state adopted a full alcohol prohibition, 11 years before the policy was implemented across the rest of the nation. So, Georgia wines became a thing of the past. Georgia’s modern day wine history didn’t begin until the early 1980s when the state’s two oldest existing wineries, Chateau Elan and Habersham Vineyards were established. Steve Gibson of Habersham Winery talked with SVM about the different aspects of their vineyard and the wine industry.

How does Habersham compare with other Georgia wineries in terms of age and size?

Habersham Vineyards and Winery is one of GA's oldest and largest wineries. Production of Georgia wines began at Habersham in 1983. The original winery was located in the City of Baldwin in Habersham County and operated there until 1998 when a new winery was constructed in what has become Nacoochee Village, a 1/2 mile south of Helen in White County. Annual production is now approximately 15,000 cases, distributed by Georgia Crown Distributing Company here in the South.

Six acre Mossy Creek Vineyard in North Hall County was acquired in 1994 and is planted with cabernet sauvignon and merlot and yields about 15 tons annually. We also purchase other varieties from nearby vineyards and the native muscadine from growers in south Georgia.

When is the winery open and what can a visitor to the winery expect to find? The winery is open daily year round with hours of 10-6 Mon-Sat and 12:30-6 Sunday. We are one of the few wineries in north Georgia that still offers complimentary tastings. Views of the production area, tank room, barrel room and bottling line are available from the tasting room. We also have a large gift shop with unique wine related items and gourmet food products. There is also ample lodging nearby in the form of B&B's, cabins and hotels. The winery has two restaurants in Nacoochee Village which feature our wines

Where do your grapes come from?

Habersham has two company owned vineyards. Stonepile Vineyards located in Habersham County north of Clarkesville is our original vineyard with plantings dating back to 1980. Varieties grown include cabernet sauvignon, merlot, chardonnay, seyval, vidal and chambourcin. Twenty-five planted acres yield about 100 tons annually.

chardonnay and viognier. Habersham is our popular line of blends such as Scarlet and Cherokee Rose, but also includes vintage varietals of cabernet, merlot and chardonnay.

Our Southern Harvest wines utilize the native muscadine grape and also includes some blends using flavorings such as peach and blackberry. We like to think that we make a wine to suit just about anyone's palate.

and there is also an historic grist mill, pottery, antiques, fly fishing and shopping in the Village. For outdoor enthusiasts, Unicoi State Park is nearby along with national forest, waterfalls, hiking and fishing.

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What is unique about Habersham? One thing that makes us unique is the number and varieties of wine we produce which is about 20 wines under three labels. Creekstone is our premium brand which is vintage dated varietals such as cabernet sauvignon , merlot,

To find out more information, visit www.habershamwinery.com or call 706.878.WINE. svm

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n the last 5 years, Southern Views Magazine has become the best choice between traditional and mainstream urban culture with its innovative yet captivating editorial content. After more than 75,000 photographs later, we want to revisit our very first issue and span through the unforgettable memories of last five years, reflecting on all of our cover girls and renowned personalities that have graced the pages of our magazine. We want to reflect back on our past 34 issues and thank you, the reader, the advertisers and friends, for your undying commitment to our magazine and hope you will continue with us as we expand into the future. svm

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SALLY PRESSMAN INTERVIEW BY SUNDI ROSE

ot many shows on TV these days receive endorsements from Presidents, Senators and the United States Department of Defense, but Lifetime’s hit drama Army Wives did just that. A testament to the integrity of the show and among the cast of strong and driven women, is Sally Pressman. Her character, Roxy LeBlanc is a sassy, opinionated rebel that has little inhibition when it comes to saying what’s on her mind. Born in New York City, Sally is a classically trained ballet dancer and she graduated with honors from Yale University. Recently, SVM had a chance to talk to Sally about her character, what it means to be an “army wife” and the many things she loves about the South.

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You went to Yale University, were trained as a classical ballet dancer and performed with the Manhattan Ballet Company. How did you make the transition to TV and film? After high school, dance was my main focus. I was Gisele in Don Quioxte and I performed in the Nutcracker. It was the performance aspect that was so attractive to me and dancing is so physically demanding. I studied theatre as an undergraduate and participated in some student films and that is when I realized I preferred that to dancing.

The character you play on the show, Roxy, is pretty spirited and quirky. How did you know it would be a good fit? Were there any reservations about playing someone so different from yourself? Auditioning is a multi-step process, to say the least. It is a bunch of steps you have to go through so at first, I convinced myself this part just was not for me. Here I was this little blond girl from the Upper East side trying to take on this particular role… it was a little intimidating. But once I became more and more involved in the process, I began to see more and more of Roxy in me.

Do you find anything in her to which you relate? Is there anything that you have a hard time relating to? I think Roxy and I share a lot of personality aspects. She is fiercely loyal to her friends and the people she loves. She says exactly what is on her mind and expresses her opinion freely, often she says stuff before she has a chance to think it through (a lot like me.) She has an interesting sense of humor and she goes all out in everything she does. Sometimes it is hard to relate to her decisions, however, because I have already ready the consequences to her actions or her words and I see what the outcome is.

Army Wives seems to work toward authenticity. How do you stay so true to the experiences that women with military husbands have? The authenticity of the show is a testament to the brilliant writers. They work so hard to honor real situations and really want to write the characters honestly. We are lucky to be in a time when spouses are drawing a lot of focus. We can read their stories in the papers and even Michelle Obama has been outspoken about Army spouses, making it much easier to put a reality to their stories.

What kind of research did you do before you started filming? How did you decide to honor that authenticity when playing Roxy? I had it the easiest of all the ladies on the show because Roxy is the newest, freshest character. She doesn’t know anything about being an “army wife.” She is a bit naive so it made my research a little easier. I did get to know and spend some time with some actual wives because I want to be as honest and genuine no matter what kind of work I do. I was given the opportunity to visit some veterans at Walter Reed hospital and that gives you a particularly unique insight.

Have you had any encounters with actual Army Wives? What kind of feedback do you get from them? The feedback is always positive, thank goodness. It is such a great feeling to hear, “Good job. You really portray what we go through.” It gives you a confidence in your work. You hope, as an actor that what you do matters and it means something and to hear that kind of response is such a wonderful thing.

The show films in Charleston, South Carolina. Did you find you experienced some culture shock at first?

What were some of the hardest things to get used about this part of the country? I only live here part time so there was not any real “shock” but it was a big adjustment. The quality of life is just so different here. It’s calm and relaxed. There is a lot of smiling. It feels like everyone is a part of your life and that feels good. The hardest things to get used to are the heat and being away from my friends and family. The weather during the summer is completely brutal and the 100% humidity is the hardest part, I think.

What are some your favorite things about the South, now that you have been here for a while? One of the things that stands out is the friendliness of the people. Charleston is a beautiful city and I am trying to see everything it has to offer. svm

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THE COMPETITION: The 2009 Miss Georgia Pageant took place at the RiverCenter for the Performing Arts in downtown Columbus on June 27.

Since the first Miss Georgia–Kristina Higgings–gave up the crown almost as quickly as she received it, the new Miss Georgia–Emily Cook–was crowned on Sunday July 5 at the CSU Cunningham Center.

THE WINNER: Emily Cook, 22, won the title of Miss Cobb County. A 2005 graduate of Kennesaw Mountain High School, Cook graduated this May with a degree in music from the University of Miami, and will be pursuing a law degree this year at the University of Georgia in Athens.

THE HIGHPOINT: Cook will receive a $15,000 cash scholarship for law school (on hold), a new Kia and wardrobe for the Miss America pageant in January. Emily will compete for the title of Miss America in Las Vegas, Nevada. svm

Emily Cook Miss Georgia 2009, Miss Cobb County Platform: Breast Cancer Research and Awareness in Young Women Talent: Oboe, Carmen Fantasy

Laura Stone Miss Southern Heartland Platform: First Vote Talent: Piano, Toccata Scott, Laura Stone, Briana Jewett, Jessica y Herndon, Rachel Evans, Courtne ina Higgings.

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Georgia Miss Atlanta Platform: Art Cares: The Boys and Girls Clubs of America / Children's Miracle Network Talent: Vocal, Lately

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Briana Jewett Miss University of Georgia Platform: PEACE OUTside Campus Talent: Jazz Dance, I Stand

Courtney Herndon Miss Golden Isles Platform: Fighting Child-hood Obesity Through the Performing Arts Talent: Lyrical Dance, If I Were a Boy

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Miss Southern Empire Platform: Scoliosis Awareness Talent: Vocal, La Preggiera (The Prayer)

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estled amidst the trendy streets of Chelsea, New York is a Columbus, Georgia native who is responsible for turning funky into fabulous. Cortney Novogratz, daughter of Lamar and Sandra Beck from Columbus, and her husband Robert are the creative minds behind Sixx Design. Completely refurbishing old buildings, entire city blocks, and homes, this husband and wife team have been in the renovation business for the past decade. It all began with the purchase of the couple’s first home, a dilapidated town house in Chelsea, and from there they were hooked. These two are sticklers for detail, drawing from many different cultures for their inspirations but always keeping in mind that their space will be shared with their seven children. With a new book–Downtown Chic: Designing From Wreck to Ravishing–on the shelf, a television show in the works and of course their large family and booming business, SVM had the chance to catch up with Courtney to ask her about her company, her new book, her upcoming show with Bravo, and about growing up in the south.

You have renovated everything from home to business buildings, which renovation has made the biggest impact on you? I can’t say that any one project has had the biggest impact on us.

Every project brings information, and a chance to evolve, try something different, try some of the same things in different ways. With each project, our style has evolved, and it has also become recognizably Sixx Design. And every project has urged us to take more risks and be more adventurous. It has been a wonderful experience for us. And very satisfying from an artistic perspective.

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You grew up in Columbus but you’ve been living and working in New York for quite some time. Your company Sixx Design is getting rave reviews for its unique design style. How did you and your husband get involved in this business? We got our start almost by accident! We bought a dilapidated townhouse in Chelsea in 1996. It was a mess and we had no clue, but we figured out how to renovate the entire building on a very tight budget, learning as we went. And we learned quite a bit! We found our passion, or it found us!

Downtown Chic: Designing Your Home From Wreck to Ravishing, your new book which is already making a splash, gives great insight to your company’s design. What prompted you and Robert to release a book? We were lucky to work with a great publisher like Rizzoli, who has worked with so many iconic designers in all fields, like Ralph Lauren. We felt that our story is unique—we are selftaught, we have had a diverse group of experiences, and created both an amazing business and a very happy family. We wanted to tell our story in words and pictures to others who want to try their hand at changing their living spaces. And if not, we hope they enjoy our adventure!

In looking though your book, it’s evident that you pull from various places for inspiration. How did growing up in the South influence your designs? The old South has definitely had an impact on our design aesthetic. Our signature is mixing bold, modern pieces with fabulous vintage finds. And we have unearthed a lot o four favorite vintage pieces while traveling through the South. w w w. s o v i e w s m a g . c o m

You have 7 children, what are some strategies for keeping a home both chic and child friendly? We love to create chic, stylish interiors, but never at the cost of comfort. Having seven children has taught us that it is more than possible to have a great-looking living space, and still have it be kidfriendly. We take the kids with us all over the world looking for treasures, and get them involved in the hunt for their own treasures! And we always consider their needs in the design of their own spaces, to make them feel relaxed, and make sure their utilitarian needs are met, like a good place to do their homework. The advice I have to make any place immediately more kid-friendly–get rid of the clutter, and provide storage for the kids at a level where they can reach everything, and put everything away when they are done with it. We also make sure the art is in a place where it can’t be damaged, and then, tell the parents to just relax.

Sixx Design is in production with Bravo to feature a television show called Design Sixx. What does this new venture means to you and your husband? The television show has been a lot of work. We filmed 8 one-hour episodes, which is a busy schedule. Most of the show is about our design process and our business, and about a quarter of the show is about the kids and the family. It’s been a positive experience for all of us, fun and also a new adventure. We just got back from London, where we filmed with the kids at a book signing party. They had a great time. We are creating our own brand, and the whole family has just signed with Ford models. It will definitely help the brand with even more exposure when the show goes on to Bravo. It will make our work known to a lot more people, and that is a very exciting prospect.

If you could renovate any building in Columbus what would it be?

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The point is: do you really want your home to look like everyone else‘s?

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Cortney and Robert had fallen in love with modern design and wanted to build a house that had clean lines and a sleek contemporary look yet had the warmth of a home, not an office building. They had six kids after all, and they didn’t want to live in a museum.

As the couple had done in most of their projects, they combined vintage with contemporary, from hanging an old chandelier over a modern soap stone tub to arranging antique leather chairs around a new white lacquer table.

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Sixx Design was created in 1995, while Cortney and Robert were visiting Georgia.

Both from large families and both with parents who were decorating enthusiasts, the couple decided to move to the center of it all–NYC. They are the parents of seven children: Wolfang, 12, twins Bellamy and Tallulah, 10, Breaker, 8, twins Five and Holleder, 4, and the newest addition to the family, a son, Major.

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erome Brechard was born in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada on March 30, 1969. He has two sisters, a twin brother, and a younger brother. Jerome Bechard enters his thirteenth season as a Columbus Cottonmouth and his fifth as the head coach and general manager.

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A sixth-round draft pick by the Hartford Whalers in the 1989 NHL entry draft, Bechard’s career has spanned 851 regular-season games.

He began his career with Phoenix of the IHL in 1990-91. Bechard also spent time in New Haven of the AHL and Cincinnati of the IHL before joining the Birmingham Bulls of the ECHL. Jerome has made the Columbus area a permanent home where he resides in Harris County with his wife of 15 years, Rhonda, and their two daughters, Alex, 12 and Kylie, 8. After a recent visit to Canada, Jerome sat down with SVM to talk about his love of cooking.

How would you describe your culinary style? My style I guess is very adventurous; I like a lot spices and textures. Basically, I will try to cook anything and it usually comes out pretty good.

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Being Canadian born, what dish/recipe of yours is most representative of your style? I would say my hamburger soup recipe. To me, it’s the ultimate comfort food. It’s simple, but hardy, with lots of flavor and easy to make.

What are some of your favorite places to eat in Columbus? What are some of your favorite dishes to order? I love the quesadillas from Don Chuchos, the filets from Hunters Pub, and from Speakeasy, I can eat just about anything on the menu.

When you’re in Canada, what’s your favorite comfort food?

Cabbage rolls and perogies. I know you can get perogies from just about any store, but my mom’s are the best!

Is there a guilty secret—something canned, something hokey—in your arsenal of ingredients? Pickle juice and brown sugar. Is that a good start for a barbecue sauce?

What is one food you’ll never eat, and why? Bugs. Anyway you look at them, they will always be bugs.

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Name three personalities that you would like to invite to your table: Colin Powell, George Strait and Wayne Gretzky.

Which item is a must have in your refrigerator? I need at least one of everything, after all you never know what and when you are you going to need it. But the one thing I can live without is ketchup.

What do you enjoy most about coaching the Cottonmouths? To begin with, it has allowed me to stay in Columbus and stay involved in hockey—a sport I love and have played just about my whole life. More importantly, I can help my players become true professionals and hopefully show them what it takes to meet their goals. They must understand that hockey is just one aspect of their lives and they need to be prepared for life after the game. I like to get involved with the community. My home is now in Columbus and I want to make it a better place to live. By the way, have you bought your season tickets yet?

Wine Suggestion: Giuseppe and Pietro Simi founded Simi Winery in 1876.

The brothers had traveled from Tuscany, Italy, to California during the Gold Rush and by 1876 had settled in San Francisco where they began making wine. The word I use to describe this wine is "classy". From beginning to end it is obviously well made. It's oaked, but not overly oaked to the point of taking over the fruit. There is harmony and balance throughout. Simi Chardonnay is characterized by its excellent balance luscious fruit flavors and long elegant finish. Silky smooth in texture and accented by tropical fruit pear spice and toasty oak this wine is a true reflection of the Sonoma County appellation. $13-$25. Special thanks to Brad Bush, Georgia Crown Distributing Co. svm

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ChickenCordonBleu I love chicken cordon bleu and rarely make it because of the time involved. This was so quick and easy and it had all the flavor of the “real thing”. I especially liked that the breading was a one step process rather than three (flour, egg, and crumbs). I usually serve this with garlic mashed potatoes and you can include fried string beans for extra flavor. This recipe serves 4-6.

INGREDIENTS • 1 cup breadcrumbs • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper • 1 tablespoon butter • 1 tablespoon olive oil • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts • 8 ounces deli ham (sliced thin) • 8 slices swiss cheese INSTRUCTIONS Put the breadcrumbs, salt and pepper in a plastic bag and shake to blend. Heat the butter and oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Slice the chicken breasts in half to make them thinner and drop into bread crumbs. Shake to coat and place in the hot skillet. Cook until lightly browned on the first side, about 5 minutes or so. Turn and brown the other side, about 5 minutes or so. Turn the chicken back over to the first side and place the ham evenly over the chicken pieces. Top each one with a slice of swiss (fold it to fit). Cover and cook until ham heats up and cheese is melted, about 3 minutes.

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When you think of Canada you may think of Wayne Gretzky, Jim Carrey or even Pamela Anderson. But there is another product coming from our neighbors from the north that is making a splash in the U S: The Crown Royal XR. The man responsible for developing the exceptional taste of Crown Royal XR is Andrew MacKay, Master Blender. Working with the rarest whiskies from the legendary Waterloo distillery, he set out with passion and perseverance to create nothing short of the finest whisky ever made. The result is a sublime blend of extraordinary smoothness, a truly distinguished spirit.

Reflecting Canadian whisky’s ever-spiffier image and Diageo’s commitment to this historically important brand, the limited-release Crown Royal XR Extra Rare has been available since 2006. Crown Royal XR is probably the most widely known and certainly one of the more exquisite Canadian Whiskies available on the market.

Diageo’s Canadian flagship is still the elegantly styled Crown Royal, a blend of more than fifty individual whiskies (including corn, rye and malted barley), first created in 1939 to celebrate a visit to Canada by the King and Queen of England. In a marketing ploy, the presentation bottle rode across Canada with the monarch on the royal train, and the product still comes nestled in a royal purple pouch today.Currently, it's one of the top-selling Canadian whiskies in the United States and is distributed in Georgia by Georgia Crown Distributing Co. Presently, the sole site for distilling those spirits used in composing Crown Royal is the giant complex located at Gimli in Manitoba. Historically, there were many distilleries located across the breadth of Canada, amongst which the sites at Amherstburg and Waterloo in Ontario as well as at Beaupré and Lasalle in Québec were especially renowned. However, operational rationalization of the Crown Royal enterprise (particularly during the later years of Seagram ownership) led to dismantlement of these sites concurrent with centralization at the newer Gimli location.

Canadian Whiskey’s place at the bar is essential. It’s not a rock star but rather a solid session musician with the chops to hold its own in the fray. That’s not to say, however, that it can’t occasionally step into the limelight for a solo. Always high-profile and always dependable, this brand will continue to play its role in cocktail culture for a long time to come. svm

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Nita Yancey’s Crossroads, Silver Award.

Lance Duke, Dean Mitchell and Debbie Duke.

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Lauren Mescon, Michael and Elizabeth Ogie, Best Of Show Winner-Dean Mitchell, Alice Budge and John Greenman.

Dean Mitchell’s Waiter , Best of Show.

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Watercolor Exhibition Jim Thompson. Helen Lee, Pat Thompson, Linda and Jim Grimes.

THE EVENT: Columbus State University Department of Art hosted the 32nd Annual Southern Watercolor Exhibition at the Illges Gallery. The Department of Art is delighted to be working with the Southern Watercolor Society in bringing premier Southern artists to the Columbus community.

THE WINNERS: Best of Show was awarded to Dean Mitchell. Nita Yancey won the Silver Award, and Pat Langewis won the Bronze Award.

THE PEOPLE: Exhibition Co-Chairs: Geri M. Davis and Suzanne Reed Fine; Exhibition Co-Hosts: Columbus State University Friends of Art and Southern Watercolor Society; Exhibition Top-Tier Donor Awards: Columbus Regional Healthcare System. svm Pat Langewis’ Koi, Bronze Award w w w. s o v i e w s m a g . c o m

Geri Davis, Dexter and Pat Jordan, Timothy and Lauren Mescon, Margaret and John Page, and Max Burr.

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