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Contents

Capturing One Moment at a Time Brook Hallmark and Brylee Cannon turn their passion for photography into a full-time business.

Once a Teacher, Always a Teacher Shelley Latta is a retired teacher and substitute who has a lifelong commitment to students.

Shelby’s Creations Henderson native Shelby Baird makes all-natural dog treats from scratch in her home.

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IN EVERY ISSU E 6 From the Editor 7 The Buzz 8 Parent Profile

M AKIN G IT 9 Valentine Treats Rev up some old classics for Valentine’s Day. 11 Recipe Stay warm this winter with this roasted red pepper, tomato, and smoked gouda bisque made in the crockpot. 12 Craft Time Make these adorable

pencil toppers with your kids this Valentine’s Day.

SPECIAL SECT ION

DISCOVER

26 What we LOVE about Henderson Businesses and individuals share the best thing about our city.

23 The Book Nook There is nothing better than reading with your child—here is a mustread list for the season.

FR OM OUR R EADERS

24 Parental Control Christina Dalton answers your most difficult parenting questions.

32 Valentine’s Day Cuties Photos submitted to our Facebook page

25 Kids Meal Deals When and where to take your kids to eat for the best deals.

34 Say What? Our readers asked their kids: “What do you love about Henderson?”

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EDITORIAL

from the editor

EDITOR

Lyndi Mauk

e are officially into 2021, leaving 2020 behind us. Although we are still living in a pandemic, my prayer for this year is that we do see the light at the end of the tunnel and are able to find our normal again. To be with those we love, go to the places we love and live our lives to the fullest. Last year was hard for everyone, and still continues to be. From work and school schedules being turned upside down, to family and friends losing loved ones, the thought of a new year can be difficult with the unknown. My hope is that Henderson Family can bring encouragement, inspiration and hope to each of our readers, as we share the positive and uplifting stories happening right here in our community. Speaking of positivity, in this issue we have featured stories about a young girl, who has built her own business making and selling dog treats, a retired teacher who has continued to be there for the students of Henderson County during the struggles of this school year, and two best friends expanding their photography business in the midst of the pandemic. Don’t miss our delicious Valentine’s Day treats and hearty soup recipe we have included, and a Love Bug Pencil Topper craft kids will have fun making, whether they are able to show them off at school or use them at home while doing schoolwork.

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Jamie Alexander Christina Dalton Kaycee Garner Amanda Waggener COPY EDITOR

Ashley Gleason Do you have a story idea? We want to hear from you! Email your suggestion to lyndi@tannerpublishing.com.

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To our readers, thank you for continuing to support us throughout a year none of us could have ever expected. We hope to bring more heartfelt stories, tasty recipes, creative crafts and more to you this year.

DESIGN & PHOTOGRAPHY GRAPHIC DESIGNERS

Andrea Roberson Monica Smith

Here’s to a happy and healthy new year! LY N D I M AU K Editor, Henderson Family Magazine

STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER

Jamie Alexander CONTRIBUTING

Lyndi's Top Picks

PHOTOGRAPHERS

Organizing

If there is one thing I realized while being stuck inside my house this past year, it is that I needed to declutter and reorganize. Whether it was toys my daughter no longer played with, clothes we didn’t wear or home decor I never use once we moved into our current home, it was time to clean out. Although I still have more to go through, it gives me a great feeling knowing my house isn’t as full of items we no longer needed and makes me happy that the items we do need and use have their own specific place to call home.

Women’s One-Year Devotional

I have always enjoyed starting the new year off with a daily devotional. I tend to spend a long time trying to decide which one to purchase, but I have never been disappointed with my choice. They bring encouragement, inspiration and hope to face whatever each day may bring.

Coffee Mugs

Since I have become more of a coffee drinker these days, I love looking for cute coffee mugs. I have found some adorable coffee mugs in some of our downtown shops here in Henderson. There is just something about drinking your morning cup of coffee out of a mug that tends to say it all. Cheers!

Darrin Phegley Chelsie McElfresh

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THE BUZZ

HENDERSON COUNTY FFA WINS GREEN RIVER REGION AGRICULTURAL SALES CONTEST

On Friday, December 4, Murray State University Hutson School of Agriculture hosted a virtual career and development event (CDE). The team consisted of four students: Ally Buchanan, Taylor Chambers, Jenna Byrd and Emily Marsh. It is meant for students to “gain experience and skills essential to the production and marketing of agricultural products.” This is the first year Henderson County High School is offering a Career and Technical Education pathway.

RETIREMENT PARADE HONORS SUPERINTENDENT MARGANNA STANLEY

On Friday, November 20, Henderson County Schools honored Superintendent Marganna Stanley with a retirement parade from 11am-1pm at the Thelma B. Johnson Learning Center. Henderson County Schools staff, students, family and friends all drove by to honk and wave at Marganna, showing their appreciation for everything she has done for Henderson County Schools over the years. We wish her all the best as she begins her new chapter of retirement.

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY VOLUNTEER RETIRES AFTER ALMOST TWO DECADES

After almost two decades in the trenches, Fred Lauver is officially retiring from active duty with Habitat for Humanity of Henderson, Ky! He has been instrumental in the affiliate’s success during his tenure. Many Habitat families have benefitted from his foresight and great wisdom on the Habitat build sites. For the first part of his journey with the affiliate, he was the foreman on the house builds. For the last part of his campaign, he has been the foreman of the crew that builds the yard barns that Habitat homeowners store their outdoor items in. He has done all of this as a volunteer. Fred Lauver will be greatly missed by the affiliate, but his legacy will live on forever. “Fly Tight & Bull Strong!”

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PARENT PROFILE

Britney Smith Photo by Darrin Phegley

TELL US A LITTLE ABOUT YOUR FAMILY (KIDS, PETS, ETC.) Our little family consist of my six-year-old son, Everett, my husband Andrew (who is an English Teacher with the EVSC), myself and our 3 cats (LouAnn, Toby and Millie.) We just recently moved back to Henderson. I am a Hendersonian myself and grew up here, but we had been residing in Newburgh for about seven years. My little boy is in the first grade at Holy Name and loves to play video games. WHAT DO YOU DO FOR A LIVING AND HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN IN THIS POSITION? I am the Executive Director at Habitat for Humanity of Henderson. I have been in my position a little over six years. WHAT IS MOST REWARDING ABOUT YOUR ROLE AND WORKING WITH HABITAT? WHAT IS THE MOST CHALLENGING? Most Rewarding—Working with families to help give them a safe, decent, affordable home. Most Challenging—We can’t control the weather, and with building houses, we are at the mercy of being in a midwestern state that has cold winters and hot summers. Our volunteers are great and never complain about the elements we have to work in to build homes, but sometimes I wish we had a nice 65 degrees year round. I am also challenged in my role because I do not have a construction background, as I did HR before coming to Habitat. Our many volunteers and two wonderful Foreman have been very patient with me and helped me learn many aspects of homebuilding that I had no idea about over my six years at the affiliate WHAT HOBBIES DO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ENJOY? My family and I enjoy going to State Parks. My husband is an avid bird watcher and has introduced me to many beautiful state parks that we like to hike in. My family also likes to visit Sandy Lee Watkins Park, Audubon Park and the Wetlands during the weekends.

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HOW HAS THE PANDEMIC AFFECTED THIS ORGANIZATION? The pandemic has made our organization more creative I believe. Our staff came up with great ideas on how to keep our ReStore running during the Spring 2020 retail shutdown. We were able to create an online ReStore and even did auctions during the shutdown. We also had to get creative with how we work with families we are building homes for. We paired with a company that offers online financial courses for our families, and did home visits through pictures and social media apps. We took advantage of the UK Extension Office take home bags and many of our partner families picked up the take home bags and got to learn new skills, such as making a door hanger, candle making kit and many easy and cheap dinner recipes. We found out how blessed we are as an organization with the outpouring of donations, prayers and well wishes from the community and our many volunteers. Our volunteer crews are the best. They have continued to volunteer their time to help us build homes because, especially during COVID, we know that many families need safe, decent, affordable homes now more than ever. WHAT ARE YOUR HOPES FOR THE FUTURE OF HENDERSON’S HABITAT FOR HUMANITY? Habitat for Humanity of Henderson is celebrating its 30th anniversary in January 2021. I have an amazing staff and volunteers, and with their help, we hope that we can build even more homes in the coming years. We are also working toward becoming a Certified Housing Development Organization—or as we call it— CHDO. We’d be the first housing organization in the Western part of Kentucky to hold this certification. The CHDO certification will help raise our capacity as an organization and create new opportunities to serve the Henderson community and its affordable housing needs. FOR THOSE COMMUNITY MEMBERS INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING AND GETTING INVOLVED, WHAT STEPS DO THEY NEED TO TAKE? We have volunteer opportunities for any and everyone who wants to become involved with Henderson Habitat for Humanity. We have a wonderful website www.hendersonhabitat.org where anyone interested in volunteering can click the volunteer link on the homepage and even send us a request to reach out to them. Our Volunteer Coordinator is always willing to hold one-onone meetings with anyone interested in volunteering. She can be reached at volunteer@hendersonhabitat.org or by phone at 270-826-0015. We even have opportunities for people who are not able to leave their homes to help us with our mission. HF

Making it

CRAFTS, RECIPES, AND ACTIVITIES FAMILIES CAN ENJOY TOGETHER

Simple Valentineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day Treats FOR KIDS

Photos and recipes by Jamie Alexander

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MAKING IT • RECIPE

Since Valentine’s Day can already be a day of indulging in some sweet treats, why not rev up some old classics to fit the theme of the day? With minimal prep and just a few ingredients, these sweet Valentine’s Day treats couldn’t be easier! Kids will love helping out and they’ll be ready to enjoy in no time at all!

Heart-shaped Rice Krispie Treats INGREDIENTS: ›› 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal ›› 3 tablespoons butter ›› 4 cups mini marshmallows ›› 1 pkg of white chocolate wafers ›› pink food coloring (optional) INSTRUCTIONS: ›› Melt butter in a large sauce pan over low heat. Add marshmallows and stir until melted, then remove from heat. ›› Fold Rice Krispies into the marshmallow mixture until everything is fully coated, then press the mixture into a 13” pan coated with cooking spray and let cool (using wax paper is recommended to press so it doesn’t stick to your hands!) ›› Use a heart-shapped cookie cutter to cut the treats, then set aside. ›› Using a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate wafers in the microwave by heating/stirring in 30-second intervals. Once melted, stir in food coloring. Dip the hearts in the chocolate mixture, then set on wax paper to set (around 10 min).

Cupid Floats INGREDIENTS: ›› 8 oz. strawberry soda ›› 1 scoop vanilla ice cream INSTRUCTIONS: ›› Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream to a cup ›› Fill the top with cherry soda ›› Drink up! HF

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Stay Warm this Winter

WITH A HEARTY SOUP Photo and recipe by Jamie Alexander

There is nothing better than entering your house after a long day out in the cold and smelling your warm dinner that’s almost done cooking in the crockpot. Soup and winter are a classic combination, and this comfort soup will hit the spot perfectly. Grab a bowl and curl up with some soup in front of the crackling fire (or virtual fire if you’re like me and don’t have an actual fireplace)!

Roasted Red Pepper, Tomato, and Smoked Gouda Bisque INGREDIENTS: ›› 16oz. roasted red peppers ›› 3 cups chicken stock ›› 2 14.5oz. cans fire roasted tomatoes ›› 1/8 cup tomato paste ›› 1 yellow onion, diced ›› 4 cloves garlic, minced ›› 1/8 cup butter ›› 8 oz. smoked gouda, shredded ›› 1/2 cup heavy cream ›› 2 tablespoons dried basil ›› 1 teaspoon dried oregano ›› salt & pepper to taste ›› additional garnishes in notes

INSTRUCTIONS: ›› In a medium pan on medium heat, saute the onion and garlic in butter until the onion is translucent. ›› Add sauteed vegetables and all other ingredients besides heavy cream into a crockpot. Cook on low for 4 hours ›› After 4 hours, use an immersion blender (or high-powered counter blender) to blend soup until smooth. Then pour back into the crockpot. ›› Stir in heavy cream and gouda and let cook for one additional hour. Serve warm! Notes: To make puff pastry hearts, cut your flattened puff pastry into your shape, then bake as directed! I used this as a garnish, along with fresh basil and parmesan. HF

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MAKING IT • CRAFT TIME

LOVE BUG

Pencil Toppers Written by Lyndi Mauk Photo by Jamie Alexander

WHAT YOU WILL NEED: ›› Pencils (Valentine colors) ›› Variety of Colored Poms Poms ›› Googly Eyes ›› Colored Pipe Cleaners ›› Hot Glue Gun ›› Valentine’s Day cards (store bought or homemade) WHAT TO DO: ›› Cut a pipe cleaner in half ›› Hot glue one pom pom to the top of the pipe cleaner. (You’ll want to make sure the pom pom is pressed tightly around the top of the pipe cleaner.) ›› Attach two eyes on the front of the pom pom ›› Take a different colored pipe cleaner and cut two small pieces off to make the antennas. Hot glue each piece to the top of the pom pom and curl the tops ›› Wrap remainder of pipe cleaner around the top half of the pencil ›› Attach pencils to Valentine’s Day cards to share with friends! HF

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Community

THE PEOPLE AND P L A C E S T H AT M A K E H E N D E R S O N G R E AT

Capturing One Moment at a Time Written by Lyndi Mauk

Photo by Chelsie McElfresh

Chasing your dreams can be scary. It takes strength and determination, and for Brooke Hallmark and Brylee Cannon, turning their passion for photography into a full-time business came with much more stress than they could have ever imagined due to the pandemic. Their decision to take a leap of faith was made exactly two weeks before we were put on lockdown in March, and it has taken them on the ride of their life ever since.

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The Women Behind the Camera Brooke was born and raised in Henderson County, and she bought her first digital camera when she was a senior in high school. She would drive around with her friends and have them model for photos just for fun. Right out of high school, she started taking photos as a hobby. Although she had grown to love the camera and built such a strong passion for it, she didn’t see herself making a future as a photographer. Between going to school to earn her degree in Early Childhood Education and working, she wasn’t able to dedicate the time to taking photos as she would like, so she pushed her passion to the side. She was blessed to work at Busy Bees and then left the education field to work with Farm Bureau for five years before picking her camera back up in 2017 and hasn’t put it down since. Brylee was born and raised in Henderson County. She is married to Brandon, and they have two kids, Bronsen

and

Brynlie.

Brylee

was

introduced to photography through Brooke. Brylee had worked in the banking industry since she was 21, and her passion for photography came about when Brooke asked if she would be interested in assisting her

The Start of B+B

with photoshoots back in 2018. Brooke

Brooke

would take photos of Brylee’s little girl,

years ago through Brylee’s husband,

such as holiday minis, in exchange

Brandon. He was in the same friend

for helping Brooke with her sessions,

group as Brooke. They instantly formed

Brooke and Brylee split sessions,

such as holding her reflector, helping

a friendship and became best friends.

but they take on engagements and

with poses, etc. Brooke taught Brylee

They are very similar, yet very different.

weddings together. It was hard for both

everything she needed to know about

After

assisting

of them in the beginning with their

the photography business, and she

Brooke with photoshoots in 2018, her

work schedules. Although they had

not only came to love it, but she had a

grandmother passed away. Brylee was

officially started their own business, it

natural talent being behind the camera.

given money. She used this money to

was something they did alongside their

She had found her true calling, too.

purchase her own camera, computer

regular 8-5 full-time jobs.

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and

Brylee

started

and other equipment she needed to

met

eight

come alongside Brooke, and they officially became B+B Photography in 2018.

Time for a Change

Brooke had recently went through a

tough year in her personal life and said she was going to focus on herself. She said, “I wasn’t my happy, bubbly self.

Brylee hit the second wave of lockdowns, but despite the challenges they have faced the last nine months, they feel very blessed.

myself. I was going to sink or swim,

Growing a Business During a Pandemic

and I took the risk.” In March 2020,

Brooke stepped away from her full-time

they had to cancel a lot of minis. “That

job with Farm Bureau to focus on B+B

was a huge loss for us,” Brylee stated.

Photography full-time. Brylee chuckled

From Easter minis being cancelled,

I said in 2020 I was going to work on

and said, “And we are swimming.” It takes strength and courage to start a business, making that business your only income. Brooke had no idea a pandemic was about to rock our world. She left her full-time job, had one full week of focusing on the photography business, went to Disney on vacation for a week and came back to the state being on lockdown. In October, Brylee made the decision to leave her full-time

At the beginning of the pandemic,

to weddings, to their fresh-48 birth packages, Brooke and Brylee’s business truly saw loss after loss with income. Clients are still having to cancel or push back shoots due to them or someone they know becoming sick with the virus or being exposed and having to quarantine. However, even though this year they have faced many challenges as entrepreneurs, they have still managed to grow B+B. “I still feel like we have been doing well,” Brooke said. “People

job, too. Brylee would edit on breaks at

are still getting married, having babies

work, but their photography business

and doing all these things. Their lives

had become very busy. Brooke needed

are still going on. We protect ourselves

her help, and if she wasn’t at work, they

and our clients and follow all protocols

could be getting so much accomplished

by sanitizing between sessions.”

with their business. It just so happened

Brooke and Brylee had been using a

studio space in downtown Henderson. It was an old, abandoned loft above a building downtown. It was beautiful with the floor to ceiling windows, but it came with its challenges. There was no heating or air, running water or a bathroom for them or their clients to use. It also had stairs, which was difficult with many of their clients having children. Their next goal was to get a new studio space. Brooke was walking downtown one afternoon and happened to see a rental sign. It was a space Nibby Priest and Greg Gibson and had up for rent. Brooke reached out to Nibby. He gave them a monthly rent price and the rest is history. Brooke and Brylee had their official grand opening of B+B Photography’s new studio in November. “We are thriving with the studio and blessed that we found that spot.” They were able to put new flooring in the studio, with new lighting, too. Brooke said her boyfriend, Tanner Martin, doesn’t get enough credit. He did all the work in their new studio for them. “He is the handyman for B+B and doesn’t hesitate to do anything and is such a good supporter,” the grateful photographer said. Brooke has also started making bracelets to sell at their studio. She has a setup in their storefront with bracelets and headbands. Tanner’s daughter, Hadley, likes to make things, so she is helping to make the jewelry. Brooke is teaching her how to save money to buy more merchandise. “I would love to have a store with boutique items,” Brooke said. They also have B+B merchandise their clients can purchase as well.

Dreaming Ahead The two photographers laughed and joked saying Brooke is the dreamer and Brylee just goes with it. But in all reality, the two have such big plans and dreams for the future of their business. “We February // March 2021 . HENDERSON FAMILY

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still aren’t where we want to be,” stated Brylee. Brooke’s dream has always been to be a wedding photographer. “I really want to get more into the wedding field and wedding planning, but with COVID, it isn’t the easiest.” They both want to continue to grow in their work. “It isn’t anywhere where I want it to be. I want us to better our education and our work,” explained the longtime photographer. B+B has so many ideas they want to pursue, but they are doing the best they can right now with the pandemic. Photography is truly their passion. They have met so many amazing clients throughout their journey and many of those clients have become friends. Brooke smiled as she said, “I am all about the memories. I am a big time memory lover.” Sometimes photoshoots with kids don’t always go as planned, and that’s okay. “You are going to

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look back and want to remember how they really were,” Brooke said. Brylee recalled a recent photoshoot with a little boy who wanted his Woody toy in all the family pictures. They absolutely love capturing those moments. “I say it all the time, I am so thankful for Brylee. She has helped me so much,” the ambitious photographer said holding back tears. “This year has been one of the worst years for people, but I would honestly say its been one of my best. I have accomplished so much with my dreams. I am much happier, and I am living my dream. I could cry thinking about it,” said Brooke. Brylee added, “People say you shouldn’t go in business together, but it has been great.” Brooke and Brylee are blessed to be where they are, despite the challenging year they have faced. Although they had many cancellations throughout

this year, they have been able to offer more shoots than ever as more and more have learned of their work and business. They know if they can do it anyone can. They want to encourage those within our community who might be on the fence about starting their own business during such a difficult time to take that leap. “Run with it.” Do whatever your little heart desires,” Brylee said. These two photographers did, and they haven’t looked back since.

Their new studio address is 233 N.

Main Street in downtown Henderson. Interested in scheduling a session? Follow and message them on Facebook, or give them a call at 270-844-3913.

LYNDI MAUK, editor of Henderson Family Magazine, was born and raised in the Bluegrass State. She is grateful to be going through life alongside her husband and best friend, Brandon, and being a mother to their two kids.

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ONCE A TEACHER

ALWAYS A TEACHER Written by Kaycee Garner // Photos by Darrin Phegley

hile primary teachers are

continue the lesson plans of a teacher

Henderson County, which was her

a vital part of a child’s

they may have never spoken to. It

husband’s hometown, shortly after

education, there are some

is not easy work by any means, but

graduating from UK. From there, she

members of the school system that

one teacher and substitute has been

went on to be a substitute for both

often go unrecognized for going above

educating for over 48 years and has no

Henderson City Schools and Henderson

and beyond their duties in their attempt

plans to stop any time soon.

County Schools before they merged

to nurture children and facilitate

Shelley Latta graduated from the

together. In 1975, she started to teach

environment.

University of Kentucky in 1971 with

science at what was then Henderson

Substitutes must be ready to take over

a Bachelor of Science in Elementary

County

for the primary teacher at a moment’s

Education, grades 1 through 8. In

moved to South Junior High before it

notice. They often find themselves in

1980, she received her Masters degree

transformed to South Middle School.

an unfamiliar classroom with students

from Murray State University. She

After the switch, she stayed at South

they have never met and are asked to

is a Lexington native, but moved to

and taught the 7th and 8th grades, but

positive

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Middle

School

and

then

most of her time was spent teaching 7th.

all assignments with the students so

range is her favorite. She has one son,

She also became the science coordinator

they had a better understanding of the

Chris, who is married and has three sons.

at South. She retired in 2005 but started

material. She said that it wasn’t unusual

They live in Charlotte, North Carolina

substituting after and has done so ever

to find her in the building at 10 or 11 PM

while her mother lives in Lexington.

since.

finishing up grades and lesson plans,

especially after her son went to college.

allowed to each year, but she has found

When Shelley began substituting,

it difficult to continue substituting

she most enjoyed meeting new students

during the pandemic, primarily because

At the beginning of the year when

and having older students remember

of her older, at-risk family members. She

Shelley was a full-time teacher, she

her from a previous time she subbed.

plans on continuing to sub during this

would always tell the students what she

Shelley wrote: “I enjoy substituting

difficult school year but staying as safe

expected of them. She expected them to

because I get to meet all of the middle

as possible, too. This is her 48th year

do their best, but she also made sure to

school students. I don’t always get to

of teaching in the Henderson County

emphasize that she knew that everyone’s

know them as well as I knew my students

best was not the same and that not

when I was a full-time teacher. However,

everyone would make an A+. As long as

there are always those students who

they did their work, stayed organized,

touch your heart and they are always

accepted responsibility, and followed

glad to see you! It’s so nice to think that

directions, Shelley promised to do her

you are able to help them feel better

best, too. She would often stay up late to

about themselves.”

return grades the day after the papers

Shelley substitutes at North and

were turned in and made sure to go over

South Middle Schools because the age

A Passion for Teaching

Shelley usually subs every day she is

School System, and she still really enjoys it. We thank Shelley for her lifelong commitment and wish her the absolute best as she continues to be a substitute in our schools.

KAYCEE GARNER has lived in Henderson her entire life and plans to keep it that way. She loves animals and movies, and enjoys drawing with charcoal and working on local political campaigns in her spare time.

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SHELBY’S CREATIONS Written by Amanda Waggener // Photos by Darrin Phegley

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“It was my idea. I have dogs,” Shelby Baird, a 27-year-old Henderson woman said regarding how her business began. She and her mother, Tammy Baird, initially began making dog treats for their own pet.

After seeing how much their

new customers that she wouldn’t

so much,” explained Tammy, as

dog loved the treats, they decided

have otherwise known. “It fits her

Shelby nodded in agreement. “She

to start making them for some of

personality,” Tammy added, “She

has a functional checklist every

their friend’s dogs. It grew from

loves one-on-one situations.”

day that includes chores, hygiene,

there into what is now known as

The treats, which are made

health, fitness, etc.

Shelby’s Creations. “We’ve done

of all-natural ingredients, come

these done every day of the week

greeting cards, lotions and dog

in the shape of a dog bone. They

then she gets to go shopping. If

treats,” Tammy shared while

are made from scratch in the

these things don’t get done then

acknowledging that dog treats

Baird’s family kitchen. “I run the

it won’t happen,” explained her

are their main focus.

Shelby,

KitchenAid and get it all mixed up

mother. Shopping is a motivating

with the assistance of Tammy,

and scoop it out. From there she

factor for the young woman as it is

then began branching out and

rolls it out, knows how to turn the

one of her favorite activities. The

selling the treats to help earn

oven on, sets the time, takes them

list of things Shelby shops for is

income. “Most of our customers

out.

not different from what would be

are business people,” Tammy

described.

It’s impressive,” Tammy

If she gets

on most any twenty-somethings

continued, “We stop by their

list. She shared that on her

office, we drop off the treats

next shopping day she was in

then they Venmo me or leave

the market for “lip stick and

an envelope.”

Chapstick.”

Shelby sat across from her

Working the Business

mother, petting the family

Shelby, who was born

outweigh

anything

you

with

have to go through.

The

genetic

dog,

as Tammy tearfully

gushed, “The blessings far

disorder

known as Cornelia de Lange

first thing people will say

Syndrome and a secondary

is I couldn’t do this.

diagnosis of autism, does

look at it as a hardship. It’s

most of the work on her own.

really not.” Shelby, displayed

“She is very business savvy,”

her business minded spirit

Photo by Darrin Phegley

boasted the proud mom.

They

by responding with simply

mouth and by seizing networking

Overcoming the Challenges

opportunities as she is about

Being

her day in the community. For

expanding

example, the young entrepreneur

special set of challenges. Having

enjoys taking strolls alongside the

Cornelia de Lange Syndrome and

river in downtown Henderson.

autism, Shelby’s challenges often

which are sold for $3 per bag.

There she often encounters locals

come in the form of behavioral

Orders can be placed by texting

taking their dogs on walks. She

and mood issues.

270-724-0837.

will confidently approach them to

she has a wide support system

ask if she may pet their dog. After

of family, friends and therapists

a bit of small talk, she then tells

that coach her through the rough

them of her dog treat business.

days. “She is so high functioning.

From these efforts she has gained

She can do so much. She’s grown

Shelby has successfully grown her business through word of

the

owner

business

stating, “I want to make more dog treats for the people I don’t know

poses

Fortunately,

yet.”

Shelby’s Creations makes dog

treats weekly and will deliver. There are five peanut butter flavored treats in each bag,

AMANDA WAGGENER is a blogger for the Huffington Post, author of No Grit No Pearl blog site and is a native of Henderson. She and her husband are the parents of two teenagers who they are raising with as much zeal as they can muster.

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Discover

ADVICE AND TIPS ON H OW TO M AKE PARENTING AN D L IFE EASIER

The Book Nook All of these books are available for check out at the Henderson County Public Library.

Ruby Valentine Saves the Day By: Laurie Friedman Ruby invites everyone to a grand Valentine's Day party at her mountaintop home, but when a blizzard keeps her guests away, she decides to take the carefully planned party into town.

Little Blue Truckâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Valentine By: Alice Schertle Join Little Blue Truck as he delivers Valentine's Day cards to all his farm animal friends. But as Blue beeps along, he starts to wonder: will he get any cards of his own?

Mr. Goatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Valentine By: Eve Bunting After reading in the newspaper that it's Valentine's Day, Mr. Goat sets out in search of very special gifts for his first love. But just what would a goat choose as the perfect gifts to show how he feels? Readers will be in for a surprise at Mr. Goat's nontraditional selections.

Happy Love Day, Daniel Tiger! By: Becky Friedman It's Love Day in the Neighborhood of Make-Believe. Daniel and his family find all kinds of ways to say "I love you" and show that they care. Daniel makes paper hearts for everyone he loves and Mom Tiger makes a heart-shaped pizza for everyone to share! This board book features red foil on the cover and flaps on each spread. Lift the flaps to see how Daniel and his family and friends show their love!

The Very Fairy Princess Follows Her Heart By: Julie Andrews & Emma Walton Hamilton Gerry makes beautiful cards for her friends at school, showcasing their special qualities. But when she forgets her folder at home, she needs to think of a new way to celebrate their inner sparkle!

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DISCOVER • Q&A WITH CHRISTINA DALTON, MSSW, CSW

parental control four kids ranging in ages from 5 to 14. One of “myI have biggest concerns during this pandemic is staying connected as a family. It feels like we are all stressed out with work, school and other activities and stuck behind our devices all the time. How can I connect with each of my children to help them to feel safe, heard, calm, and appreciated?

”

This is one of the most important

that certain ages are dramatic or exaggerate

questions I think I have ever received

everything (insert middle school age children). I

since I have been doing this work. Anxiety

challenge that type of thinking and I recommend

and stress can be so contagious, especially in our

that you try to replace it with listening. When

family unit. During this pandemic, I think that a

you see that your children are stressed about

sense of safety has never been more important to

something, you have to remember that what is

children and adults. The world does not look like

happening to them is stressful in their world and

it used to, even a mere eight months ago. Going

you can relate more if you just listen.

to school or into a store looks different.

Different can create stress in all of us

to play with them or simply watch them play. Get

and, in children, can come out in a variety of

the LEGOs out, get a puzzle or play a card game.

ways. Children, depending on where they are

I am always preaching on the fact that children

developmentally, may not understand or be able

model what we do and we can connect and de-

to express those feelings. We see this expressed

stress at the same time.

through fighting, arguing with siblings or other

behaviors. One of the most important things we

of self-care. When we take care of ourselves then

can do for our children is to try and provide a

we can take care of the ones we love with less

sense of safety, which can even make your home

stress. Never has self-care been more important.

environment calmer in the process.

Our mental health depends on it. The mental

When we see this stress in our children, a

health of our children depends on it. The good

really important piece of advice is to empathize with them and listen. When we are heard, we are seen. When we show empathy with our children, we share in their feelings. Sometimes we think

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Another way to connect with our children is

I have to include in this answer the importance

thing is, pandemics have an ending, but what we learn can last a lifetime.

CHRISTINA DALTON, MSSW, CSW is a Family Resource Center Coordinator for Daviess County Public Schools.

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