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Play it Forward

pg 4

Children are inspired to spread kindness all over Virginia and beyond through the magic of wands.

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If Swords Could Talk pg 16 History and heritage inspire two local men to return a Japanese World War II artifact to its origins.

Daycation

pg 23

Explore history, food and art during First Fridays in downtown Lynchburg (complete with a fun scavenger hunt!).

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ABC’s of Back to School Bags

pg 35

Here are our top picks for gear that holds everything and stands up to the test of heading to school.

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Photo by Jeffrey C Gleason Photography

the girl’s guide to everything essential

Dear Friend,

PUBLISHER/EDITOR

VENDORS

Jennifer L Prince

Amazement Square 43

CREATIVE DIRECTOR Sabrena Deal

Anastacia’s 22

EDITORIAL ASSISTANT Whitney G Howard

The end of summer always evokes

DESIGN ASSISTANT

Bedford Columns 44 Bliss 39 Cardinal Camera inside cover

memories for me. I remember

Stephanie Budd

clutch connect 14

as a child savoring the last days

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Crystal George Studios 22

Christine Coffey

Farmbasket 22

of warmer weather while highly

Michelle M Duncan

Hill City Bride 25

anticipating the promise of getting

Crystal George

back into a routine. There was just

Sandy Gossler

something about that one last dip

Chelanne Green

J. Crew 12

Emily Garbee Harris

Retail Merchant’s Association 31

Heather Heppding

Runk & Pratt 44

in the lake or the trip to the store to pick up a new batch of notebooks.

James River Yoga 14

Whitney G Howard Andrea Hubbell

Even as an adult, there is still a

Rachel Guelzo McLean

sense of newness and anticipation

Joy L Niehaus

as summer comes to a close. This

Jennifer L Prince

year my excitement includes the

Steger Creek back cover Stone Blue Productions 28 Timberlake Christian Schools

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inside back cover Virginia 10 Miler 21

Michelle Wood

debut of clutch, the girls’ guide to everything essential, which is a highly personal project for me. I long to

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encourage women to live to their

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fullest potential, while offering them

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practical, creative ideas to guide them along the way.

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Whether you are motivated to try

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something new or your heart is

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touched by one of our stories, we

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hope that clutch will enrich your

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life in many ways. So, grab a cup of coffee, or sit on your deck with fresh squeezed lemonade, and prepare to

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45 THE EMBELLISHED LIFE pg 6

OFF THE BEATEN PATH pg 29

a creative girl’s take on adding spice

testing out a treetop adventure by zip lining

through accessorizing

CLUTCH GOES CULINARY pg 8 food and drink to accompany an end of summer fiesta

VINTAGE DIARIES pg 12 the tale of a couple and their 65+ years together

BACKPACK CHRONICLES pg 15 children’s books to prepare for the

FLOURISH pg 38 health for any age or stage of life

ONETOBER pg 40 one dress, one month, one cause

MISE EN PLACE pg 41 helpful apps for organizing your family

AMOUR BEBE pg 42 reflections of a first time mother

first day of school

BLISS & MAKEUP pg 45

URBANE FOLKLORE pg 20

two single mothers treated to a day of

art, fashion and music through the eyes of a city girl

beauty and pampering QUIPS 27, 34 CALENDAR 32 SNAP HAPPY 48

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PLAY IT FORWARD spreading kindness From the time we were children, we

comes from.” This statement sparked

three acts of kindness. The kids were

searched for magic in the eyes of

Salgado’s idea to spread magic

excited about the wands they found,

Santa Claus and the excitement of

through the world’s best agents of

and they were even more thrilled to

the Easter Bunny. As we grew older,

kindness ... kids. When choosing a

share their magical discoveries with

that magic lost its wonder to the

way to reach her community, Salgado

their friends, family, and neighbors.

sway of reality. Recently, the kids of

decided that there could not be a

The magic began with a small group

Richmond, Virginia were introduced

better way to spread magic than

of kids and made its way across the

to the magic we used to experience,

through a wand, and since their

city of Lynchburg to their summer

but this time the wonder took on a

humble beginnings over 1,000 wands

camps and family vacations. These

different type of wrapping … wands!

have been distributed in Richmond

wands are a brilliant reminder of

and beyond.

how magical kindness truly is, and

Patience Salgado launched The

we encourage our readers to spread

Magic Wand Project in response to a

Springboarding from the project in

conversation between her children.

Richmond, we here at clutch wanted

While running errands one day,

to spread kindness around Central

Salgado’s 5-year-old daughter “came

Virginia. To get started, we made our

You can follow our own project by

to the conclusion that magic must

own wands and headed to Riverside

heading over to www.theclutchguide.

not be real.” Her 7-year-old brother

Park for Lynchburg’s first experience.

com and searching “kindness wand.”

replied: “Magic doesn’t come from

Several “kindness wands” were placed

We can not wait to hear more stories

the world, it comes from people, and

throughout the park, along with

about acts of kindness. Here are a few

their kindness, that’s where magic

instructions on how to complete

to get started …

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kindness whenever the opportunity presents itself.


Elizabeth and Cayalee drew pictures

helped their family during July’s

for their grandfather to encourage

power outage. The girls completed

him when he had surgery. Their

their acts of kindness and passed

mother offered, “They were so

the wands to their friends, Sierra

excited to bring them to him, and the

and Xander.

pictures certainly brightened up

Would you like to participate in

We, here at clutch, are also

our project? If so, just send us

doing a nice thing by raising

Lilli’s mother encourages her to

an email at info@theclutchguide.

awareness for Beacon of Hope,

“leave things nicely so we can enjoy

com … we would love to help

whose purpose is “to instill

it again”, so she picked up litter

you “play it forward” and spread

in ALL Lynchburg City Public

near the Sprayground at Riverside

more kindness around Virginia

School students the aspiration

Park in Lynchburg. Lilli’s wand was

and beyond.

to pursue AND to provide them

his day!”

unfortunately stolen while she was at the park, but her mother had the opportunity to talk to her about when people are unkind.

with the tools and resources When Whitney isn’t writing for clutch or studying for classes, she loves to run and explore downtown Lynchburg with her new husband, Sean.

to attain a post-secondary education.” Check them out at beaconofhopelynchburg.org.

On a rainy day, Maddie gave a poncho to someone who had to stay outside

Photos by Bethany Saunders

all day, and she and her sister, Abi, made thank you cards for those that

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The Embellished Life

START AT THE VERY BEGINNING

I know there is a project you have had in your mind for a while, but you cannot find the motivation to get started, or you are afraid that the outcome will not be what you planned. Here are some tips...

Julie Andrews taught us long ago that starting at the very beginning was a very good place to start. She sang about ABC’s and Do Re Mi’s … a very easy way to remember to write or sing. When I was first asked to write an ongoing column for clutch, I was flattered, of course, but a little nervous. I mean, seriously, me? I don’t have any formal training for any project I have ever taken on, from sewing to decorating, cooking to … well, writing! I have primarily made up the rules as I went along. In fact, I follow very few of the “rules” of the aforementioned talents I luckily possess. It wasn’t until a friend of mine was asked if she was nervous about running her third half-marathon that things were totally put into perspective. Her response was perfect, and it provided me with much insight into why I am able to do what I do each day. She said, “Yes, I’m always nervous at the starting line, but then I look around at the hundreds of other [runners] and a calmness comes over me.” That’s it! You see, I love creating things for others, whether that means making them a custom handbag, helping them build a seasonal wardrobe, or decorating their home. So, what makes it possible? Those who surround and support me! Those who see my talent and love it! Those who don’t care what the “rules” say or what the “cool people” think … they just take me as I am. That is why I am the luckiest gal in the world. I get to do what I love every day, and now I get to share that with all of you. And, I have even been known to sing or “whistle while I work,” but that is another musical all together.

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enjoy View from the hallway, Photo by Katie Miller

on. There is nothing like the sense of accomplishment you feel from

START COLLECTING Learn the most you can about the

walking in a room that has your

item(s) you want to collect. Since

“mark” on it. By the way, hiring the

we live in the age of the Internet,

right decorator is a talent, so do not

start there. Places like Google,

worry if you do not fit any of the

Wikipedia, Ask.com, and other

talents mentioned. WHEN CHOOSING WHAT TO WEAR: Pick fabrics you LOVE. If

search sites provide a wealth of knowledge in seconds (or minutes if you are still sporting dial-up). Also, hit up ye ‘ole library. That’s right ... they still exist! There you

every piece of your outfit doesn’t

will find books and periodicals on

match exactly, who cares? Certainly

thousands of subjects.

not the designer! Pick things that are comfortable and make you smile when you look in the mirror. Throw

GET WITH THE EXPERTS. We live in one of the most amazing places for antique and collectible

on something that doesn’t necessarily

shopping, as well as home décor and

“go with it.” That way each part of

residential home shopping. There

your look will stand on its own. Ah …

are experts everywhere! Find out

now you get it!

who knows what. If you want to

WHEN BUYING FURNITURE:

to Yellow Door Interiors and ask

Choose the best you can afford and

Dianne Mowry. (I just happen

save until you can buy that. Furniture

know about majolica, head on over

to know that she has the 4-1-1 on this particular thing). If you want

is an investment, not something to Here is what I am saying to all of

to know about vintage/antique

be taken lightly. Good furniture lasts

furniture, call up Betty at Estate

you: “FORGET THE RULES … just get

a long time, and recovered vintage

Specialists on Commerce Street.

started!”

furniture has already stood the test of

If it’s Christmas décor you love,

I know there is a project you have

time, so go with it!

had in your mind for a while, but

WHEN CHOOSING WHERE TO

you cannot find the motivation to

START: The beginning! Remember?

get started, or you are afraid that

Whatever nags you in the night,

the outcome will not be what you

whatever gets you excited and makes

planned. Here are some tips:

nonetheless. If you love the feel

your head “sing”, whatever feels just

of your hair blowing back in a

WHEN DECORATING:

slightly scary but oh so exhilarating

vintage convertible, Melissa Jones

Know what you do and do not know!

… start with that!

is the gal to know! She and her

Seriously, if you know how to paint

I look forward to sharing more with

vintage wheels.

but not how to sew; paint the room,

you in the future in the pages of

and hire someone to make the drapes

clutch, and I am excited to be a part

and pillows. If you think recovering

When displaying your collectibles,

of this fantastic new journey for the

group them together. I learned this

a wing chair looks simple, take it

women of Central Virginia.

a long time ago while watching

from me, it is not. But if you try and fail, just throw it to the experts and hang a mural of photos instead. Most people can drive a nail in a wall. Whatever your talent may be, use it in the room(s) you are working

get to know Carter Bendall. I cannot give you her address, but if you show up at any yard sale or antique store with a Christmas sale, you will find her there. She is an aggressive shopper but approachable

husband have quite the collection of

GROUP, GROUP, GROUP.

Martha Stewart on TV. She was right! Nothing makes a great When Michelle isn’t planning and creating handbags for her company elle & anne, she enjoys decorating her own home where she spends time with her husband, David, and their three dogs.

grouping of milk glass, a mural of black and white photography, or vintage cars stand out more than putting those duckies in a row!

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END OF SUMMER

FIESTA

What better way to celebrate the end of summer and return to school than with a backyard fiesta? This menu is meant to be simple in preparation, so that you can enjoy the afternoon with family + friends. If you have two slowcookers, you can cook both the beans and carnitas overnight before the party ‌ making duties on the day-of very minimal. Alternatively, both can be made the day before and reheated. All Photos by Andrea Hubbell Photography

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This is a great dish even during the school year because it is so easy to prepare and takes care of several meals.

SLOW COOKED CARNITAS serves 8 (about 32 small tacos) Andrea Hubbell is a photographer with a passion for cooking at home. Andrea is the creator of Bella Eats, a food and recipe blog which shares stories from her kitchen.

INGREDIENTS

METHOD

(1) 6 pound bone-in pork butt (also

Trim the excess fat from the meat and discard. Place

called pork shoulder)

all ingredients in your slow-cooker and set to LOW.

2 tbsp coarse salt

Cook for 8 hours. Meat is done when it literally falls off of the bone. When it is cool enough to handle, lift

1 tbsp cumin

the meat from the juices and place on a large platter

1 tbsp fresh ground black pepper

or cutting board. Remove the bone and shred the meat to bite-size pieces.

1 tbsp dried oregano (preferably Mexican) 2 tsp ground cinnamon

Skim the fat from the juices and keep as a medium for re-heating the meat. To reheat, place carnitas in a baking dish and pour juices over top. Cover with

3 bay leaves

foil and re-heat in oven. The juices are also really

1 tsp cayenne pepper, or to taste

delicious as a sauce over the carnitas. It will be spicier than the meat itself, so be careful to taste-test.

8 whole cloves garlic, smashed 4 chipotle peppers (canned, in adobo sauce)

For tacos, serve with small corn tortillas, sour cream, lime, avocado, fresh salsa, and queso fresco.

1 can diced tomatoes 1 cup orange juice

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VEGETARIAN BLACK BEANS

CREAMY CILANTRO LIME SLAW

Serves 8

This coleslaw gets better as it sits. I

INGREDIENTS

recommend preparing it first on the morning

1 pound dried black beans, soaked

of the party, or the night before. Serves 8-10

overnight 1 onion, chopped

INGREDIENTS

3 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup mayonnaise

1 red bell pepper, chopped

1/2 cup sour cream

2 chipotle peppers (canned, in

3 tbsp (or more) fresh lime juice

adobo sauce)

1-1/2 tsp finely grated lime peel

1 can diced tomatoes

1 serrano chile, seeded, minced

8 cups vegetable broth

2 garlic cloves, pressed

2 tsp cumin

1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro

2 tsp Mexican oregano

8 cups thinly sliced green cabbage

3 bay leaves

4 green onions, minced (about 1/4 cup)

salt + pepper to taste

METHOD

METHOD

1. Make sure to soak your beans

Whisk mayonnaise, sour cream, 3 tbsp

overnight. Place all ingredients in a

lime juice, lime peel, chile, and garlic

slow-cooker and set to LOW. Cook for

in a large bowl. Stir in cilantro. Add

8-10 hours, until the beans are tender

cabbage and green onions; toss to

but not mushy. Add broth if needed.

incorporate evenly. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and chill for at

2. Serve in tacos or as a side with

least 1 hour.

saffron rice..

Season slaw with more lime juice, salt, and pepper, just before serving.

SPARKLING WHITE SANGRIA INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup cognac 1 mango, peeled, pitted, and thinly sliced 2 peaches, pitted and thinly sliced

METHOD In a large pitcher, stir sugar and cognac until well combined. Stir in fruit slices until fully coated, let stand, refrigerated, overnight. Add Cava to pitcher and stir until well combined. Serve sangria over ice.

1 granny smith apple, cored and thinly sliced 2 plums, pitted and thinly sliced 2 bottles (750 mL) Cava, chilled ice cubes, for serving 10

For a kid-friendly version, leave out the cognac, and substitute white grape juice and Sprite for the Cava.


DULCE DE LECE CUPCAKES

CUPCAKE METHOD

CUPCAKE INGREDIENTS

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking

1. Place racks in the center and upper third of the oven, and preheat to 350 degrees F. Line two cupcake pans with paper or foil liners. Set aside.

soda, and salt. Set aside.

3 cups all-purpose flour 1/4 cup cornstarch 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

3. In the bowl of an electric stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, add butter and sugars. Beat on medium speed until fluffy and pale brown, about 3 minutes. Stop the mixer, scrape down the sides of the bowl, and add one

1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda

egg. Beat on medium for one minute. Add the remaining eggs, one at a time,

1 teaspoon salt

beating for one minute between each addition. Stop the bowl, and scrape

3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter,

down the sides as necessary. Beat in vanilla extract.

softened

4. Add half of the flour mixture to the egg and butter mixture. Beat on low

1 cup brown sugar

speed, and slowly drizzle in the buttermilk. Beat until just incorporated. Stop

1/2 cup granulated sugar

the mixer, scrape down the bowl, and add the rest of the dry ingredients.

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Beat on low speed until just incorporated. Remove the bowl from the stand mixer, and finish incorporating with a spatula. Try not to over mix.

3 large eggs 1 1/2 cup buttermilk

5. Divide the batter between the prepared cupcake pans, filling each liner about 2/3 full. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center of one of the cakes comes out clean. Let rest in the cupcake pans

ICING INGREDIENTS

before removing to a wire rack to cool completely. Cupcakes should be

8 ounces cream cheese, softened

completely cooled before frosting.

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 3/4 cup dulce de leche 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 to 3 cups powdered sugar

ICING METHOD Place cream cheese in the bowl of an electric stand mixer. Beat on medium speed for about 30 seconds, until very soft and pliable. Stop the mixer, scrape down the sides of the bowl and add the butter and dulce de leche. Beat on medium speed until well incorporated. Stop the mixer and add the salt and powdered sugar. Beat on medium speed for about 3 minutes, until fluffy and lighter in color. Use a large frosting tip to swirl the frosting onto the tops of the cupcakes. Garnish with fleur de sel, or coarse sea salt.

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Vintage Diaries Reflections From Yesteryear

A VETERAN LOVE The Story of Charlie & Mary Basile

Sitting in her wheelchair wearing a simple button down dress of blue, Mary Basile is a small woman with a soft voice. As she adjusts her chair to accommodate her hearing aid, Mary sits, quiet and unassuming, surrounded by pictures of days gone by. Even her 1940’s wedding photograph graces a wall and shows her in a regal, Grace Kelly style gown, next to her young, veteran husband. Pictures of her family adorn the dresser top in the room she shares with her husband, Charlie, at a retirement community at Smith Mountain Lake. Born Mary Sciarabba, she grew up in a bilingual home. “To my mother we spoke Italian; to my father we spoke English,” she reminisces. Mary’s father went to night school to learn English and for citizenship classes, and she still remembers him coming home holding a small American flag. Her mother, however, did not become an American citizen until well after Mary’s father had passed away. According to Mary, “She was afraid of being interviewed.” Mary’s father died when she was 20, leaving her mother, two sisters, and herself to look out for one another.

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Mary and Charlie are first generation Sicilian/Italian. Their Italian roots are celebrated when they gather with their family, and their Christmas Eve dinner is full of traditions. According to Mary, the best part of marriage is “being together, with the children, with the grandchildren.” About a dozen times a year, Mary and Charlie get to see their family. The Basile’s celebrated sixty-five years of marriage this year. As childhood neighbors, they grew up next door to each other in Brooklyn, New York. They both graduated from Brooklyn Tech before joining the work force. Charlie joined the army, and his military service includes being on the Queen Mary and time in Omaha Beach and Normandy. Charlie states that there were, “a lot of battles ... fighting till the end of the war.”

He also crossed the Reine, saw the

Jobs were hard to come by after the

Black Forest in Belgium, and fought

war. Heroes looked for work that

in the Battle of the Bulge in France.

was often scarce. Charlie found a job

“We just kept on going until the end,”

making film cases, and eventually

says this military veteran. For Charlie,

became a partner in the company.

the end was Czechoslovakia, where

Mary stayed home with their two

he boarded the victory ship the Sea

sons, Philip and Robert, until they

Robin and finally returned home to

were ten and twelve and then went

Mary, who had been waiting for him.

back to work as a secretary.

The childhood sweethearts kept in

Despite the financial struggles, Mary

touch while Charlie was overseas.

and Charlie made a good life. Going

Mary describes the years Charlie

to the movies and visiting the city to

was gone as, “the most miserable

see Broadway shows were things they

days of my life. Everything was

enjoyed. They also traveled quite a

darkness.” “He came home right

bit. Mary’s favorite destinations were

before Christmas,” Mary remembers

Niagara Falls, which the couple visited

of his 1945 return. Charlie and other

twice, and Disney World. Mary loved

returning service men were greeted

it so much in fact they returned there

with signs and block parties. Mary

three times. “We were like two kids

offers, “All New York City was a big

running around,” she laughs. In all of

hullabaloo that the war was over.”

their travels, they never returned to

Once Charlie got home, the relationship continued to move forward, and the proposal was simple. “We were talking and just asked each other. We were close neighbors,”

their home lands of Italy and Sicily. “Mary doesn’t fly,” explains Charlie. Even during the war, Charlie never made it to Italy. “All of Europe, but I never made it to Italy,” he recalls.

says Charlie. They were married 18

When asked the secret to their life-

months after Charlie’s homecoming.

long romance, Mary advises couples

“I liked her. That’s it,” recalls Charlie.

to “go with the flow. I can’t say ‘do When asked what drew her to Charlie, this and it will work’, or ‘don’t do this Mary’s answer was just as quick and it won’t work.’ There are no special simple. “He was handsome,” she

rules.” Rules or not, Mary seems to

pauses, “and he had no money.”

have adapted to her circumstances and has a lifetime of love to show for it. In addition to writing, Joy enjoys crafting (including her handmade Waldorf dolls!) along with being a creative wife to Josh and mom to her two sweet little girls. Left: Charlie & Mary, Jennifer Prince

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Peace

& Pampering

Join us September 13th as the staff of James River Yoga relaxes and treats us to a fun night of peace and pampering.

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a beautiful and nurturing atmosphere to enhance your yoga experience right here in Lynchburg

Do your body good by improving your flexibility, strength and balance with classes taught by our experienced, certified yoga staff.

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Backyard Chronicles

This time of year, many families are getting ready to send their youngsters

FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL

to school for the first time. For some children (and parents), there is a mix

MY FIRST DAY AT NURSERY

WHAT DID YOU DO TODAY?

KINDERGARTEN COUNTDOWN

SCHOOL by Becky Edwards

by Toby Forward

by Anna Jane Hays

The narrative opens with a young

Mother and son pack their lunches

The countdown has begun: school

girl eating breakfast and thinking

together on the first day of school.

starts in one week! Each day,

about her first day of nursery school.

After one last hug, they separate. The

enthusiasm for kindergarten is

Despite the colorful environment

narrative shows the corresponding

built up as the child thinks about

and warm people, only one thing is

experiences of the pair. For example,

what she will learn and what she

on this young girl’s mind: “I want

while the child is learning his

will experience. The narrative is

my mommy,” but playing with her

classmates’ names, his mother is

written in a lively poetic form with

classmates quickly and positively

greeting her co-workers by name.

rhyming words and other sound

redirects her attention. Her longing

As their routines come to a close, the

devices that are foundational for

for mother continues to creep up,

mother rushes to pick her son up. It is

early reading skills. In addition,

each time with less intensity as those

clear that even though they are apart,

the days of the week, numbers, and

feelings are replaced with the wonder

the mother often thinks of her son

counting backwards are reviewed.

and energy of classroom exploration.

and she can’t wait to be reunited with

Kindergarten Countdown focuses on

This book beautifully depicts those

him. This depiction assures children

all there is to anticipate as the school

mixed emotions that many children

that they remain close in heart, if not

year approaches, offering listeners an

feel during this vital transition into

in proximity.

opportunity to share what they look

independence.

of emotions—both excitement and apprehension. Books are wonderful springboards for discussing these feelings and building up enthusiasm for the big day. Local public libraries have a large selection of books for this important milestone as well as other related areas. Topics to search in the card catalog are First Day of School, Nursery Schools, Schools, School Buses, and Kindergarten.

forward to learning and doing. Chelanne Green enjoys being a wife and a mom of two, which gives her even more motivation to review children’s books.

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BRAD CAUTIONED, “SURRENDERING WAS THE WORST THING THAT THEY COULD DO. THEY WOULD RATHER KILL THEMSELVES THAN SURRENDER. FOR THEM IT WAS A PERSONAL, SPIRITUAL THING. IT WAS AN HONOR TO DIE.”

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Swords, Adam Barnes Fine Art Photography

If Swords Could Talk THE JOURNEY OF AN ARTIFACT

From the time he was a young boy,

mask and a weapon, but before they

embraced being a quarter Japanese.

Paul Ufema had heard about the

knew it, Alex had sent the blade

I never really felt a part of the

four Japanese Samurai swords his

through his friend’s shoulder. “From

Japanese community until I heard

grandfather brought back from World

then on my dad hid the swords,” Paul

about this project. The inside of me

War II, yet he never imagined the

chuckled. It’s a good thing! Obviously,

really woke up this passion. I felt a

desire that would one day well up

those weapons were certainly meant

huge calling in myself to rise up to

inside of him to return the heirlooms

to serve a purpose.

the occasion and make it happen,”

to their rightful, Japanese owners. You see, these weapons that many World War II veterans brought home were not souvenirs purchased on the streets; they were possessions that were confiscated as Japanese soldiers surrendered, and many were handmade art pieces. Although his grandfather brought back the swords, these relics are heirlooms from another family … the family of the soldier who surrendered the weapon in the mid-1900s. “I found out about the swords before I was even allowed to touch them,” Paul reflects. What seemed perfect was that his grandfather had four grandsons (Paul and his two brothers, along with their cousin), so each boy was destined to receive one of these heirlooms. As a child, Paul remembers being curious. “My brothers and I would sneak downstairs into the basement when my dad was gone,” he reminisces. One story proves this point. Paul’s brother, Alex, was play fighting with a friend … each of them donned a monster

Years passed, and after serving in

confessed Brad.

the Navy, Paul returned and asked

In researching the weapons, they

his father about claiming his sword.

were taken to a sword expert, who

His dad agreed, and the actual

examined the pieces that were given

passing down seemed somewhat

to Paul and his brothers. What was

unceremonious. “I liked that I had

interesting about the one that was

it, but that’s all that it was,” he

given to Paul was that his had a

offered. In 2010, he asked his brothers

surrender tag, which contained the

if he could have their swords so

Japanese soldier’s name, which is

that he could return them to their

very unusual. How fantastic that the

Japanese owners.

one brother who had the desire to

With a background in filmmaking, Paul decided to document the process, but knowing where to start was overwhelming. “As soon as I started researching it, I did not know where to begin. There were so many different websites and links,” he recollects. It was then that Paul began to casually tell a fellow cinematographer, Brad Bennett, about his project. The potential for a documentary intrigued Brad, but what really piqued his interest was

return the sword was actually the owner of the only weapon with a tag that identified the owner! It was also handmade, which allows it to be returned to Japan. Brad advised, “Anything machine made during the war they will not allow back into the country. Handmade swords are considered art.” Burning inside Paul was the desire not to give up a piece of his family’s history, but to return this small piece of history back to the deserving Japanese family.

the heritage of the weapon itself. His

Brad’s grandmother was able to

maternal grandmother is Japanese,

read the name on the surrender tag,

which added a new dynamic to the

yet the last name is as common as

project. “Growing up, I never really 17


“Smith”, which makes finding the

rather kill themselves than surrender.

finally broke on finding out who this

family a bit more difficult. Ironically,

For them it was a personal, spiritual

mysterious Japanese soldier was. Brad

Brad’s grandmother was hosting

thing. It was an honor to die.”

was able to get in contact with the

a few Japanese exchange students who were able to unlock a bit more of the mystery while sharing some of the history of World War II from a Japanese perspective. It was also interesting to hear that the Japanese students were not taught much about World War II. “They [the Japanese] never really dealt with the war because it was a surrender. We have it plastered everywhere … movies, books and such, but World War II is not taught in great detail in Japan,” stated Paul. Brad cautioned, “Surrendering was the worst thing that they could do. They would

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Although both Paul’s grandfather and father have passed away, Paul’s uncle was able to enlighten him on the swords. Apparently these were coveted spoils from the war, and bringing them back was not an easy task with many of them being

former Vice Admiral in Japan, and he was able to find the inscribed soldier’s name at Wake Island, which was near Kwajalein Atol. Brad enlightened, “At this point, we know his full name, his rank and his regimen, and where he was in the war.”

smuggled, even to the extent of

The history of the battle at Wake

the soldier sleeping with the sword

Island is less than glamorous. Paul

to protect it. Imagine bringing

informed, “Wake Island was the

four home! As an officer, Paul’s

island where the first battle was.

grandfather was stationed on the

It was like the Alamo of World War

Island of Kwajalein Atol, which is

II.” Brad added, “At Wake Island, 98

between Hawaii and the Philippines.

American civilian contractors were

In doing further research of where his

murdered by the Japanese. We won

grandfather was stationed, ground

a small battle, and in retaliation


“ IT’S A VERY REALITY, HEART DRIVEN PROEJCT. IT IS GOING TO BE AS REAL AS POSSIBLE.”

Left: Swords, Adam Barnes Fine Art Photography Top Right: Brad Bennett, Kellan Studios Bottom: Paul Ufema, Adam Barnes Fine Art Photography

is scripted. It’s a very reality, heart driven project. It is going to be as real as possible. None of it has been staged, and we have no intentions for it to be either. They put those surrender tags on them because they wanted them back. That sword is a generational thing … they lost an heirloom.” “My brothers so easily gave me their swords. These swords were collecting dust. I feel like they need to be on display. We have relics from history that no one will otherwise ever know anything about. I can say to my kids, ‘Here is the story of the sword that your great grandfather brought back,’” assured Paul. So, armed with the sword and the support of their wives and families, the Japanese, machine-gunned the

responds to us returning the sword.

this team will set off later this year

contractors down. Our sword was

I am really excited to find out. This

to fulfill some of their dreams and

stationed there.” If only weapons

documentary will be fifty percent

embark on their journey ... one that

could talk, that one would surely have

American and fifty percent Japanese.

will be life changing for them and

a lot to say!

It will not be a one sided story.”

also for a Japanese family. For Brad, it

After the history of the sword itself

The actual process of getting to Japan

was confirmed, the project moved

seemed daunting and expensive.

forward, so the duo formed a team

By setting up a campaign through

consisting of themselves and Jonah

Kickstarter, which was a way for

Guelzo, who will be doing audio and

others to get involved in investing

sound effects. “The team that we have

in their project, they were able to

assembled is all heart, and no one

raise over $30,000 in 30 days to

is in it for money. Everyone stepped

cover their travel and documentary

up to the plate because they thought

expenses for the trip. What they will

the project was awesome,” informed

encounter when they arrive in Japan

Paul. “Something great can be born

is unknown, and how the family

out of this action. I realize that this

(barring that they are located) reacts

is not just returning a sword. We are

to the sword being returned is also a

anxious to see how our generation

mystery. Paul offered, “None of this

has become a very personal project, and he puts it perfectly, “You feel like you contributed to a healing of history. It’s kind of like closure. It’s just doing something with it. I wanted to be a part of something bigger. It’s something bigger than ourselves. I have always wanted to do a documentary. This is a dream for me, too.” Jennifer Prince’s interest was piqued by this project, and she looks forward to updating readers with a follow up story after the sword’s return.

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Urbane Folklore Virginia. My favorite state. Granted, I haven’t been to all 50 states, but Virginia has everything that I love. The gorgeous scenery alone will keep me here forever, not to mention the mountains, beaches, wildlife, history and old cities just to name a few. Sure, we may not have the biggest cities or be on the exact cutting edge of music, fashion, or art; but there are definitely still ways to enjoy those things in our small, homey towns. I’m here to share with you how I live my little life here in the heart of Virginia.

FASHION: I have always loved fashion. Creating my own style and wearing things that are different has been very important to me for a long time. Lately, I have been more interested in accessories, especially those with nature inspired items. As we have all seen, feathers have made a huge impression in fashion accessory

even some chefs have an amazing

trends in the past few years. I love

ability to take an idea in their mind

feathers just as much as everyone

and bring it to life in a positively

else, but maybe we should give the

entrancing way. Art is everywhere

rest of nature a chance. God has

and within such close reach. One

given us some of the most unique

thing I truly love is the mixture

and beautiful supplies for creating

of arts such as galleries having

one-of-a-kind statement pieces.

musicians play and local theaters

Try finding jewelry made from

using local musicians and designers.

wood, colorful raw cut crystals,

This month, I would like to direct

agate slices, and even antler slices

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you to all of the options in our

when they are paired with copper

ART: There is an artist community

and sterling silver metals or even

in every town, and our area is full

page 23 ... there is so much out there

some avian flair. There you have it ...

of it. Painters, sketchers, potters,

to discover!

nature inspired accessories that are

sculptors, jewelry makers, clothing

sure to make an impression.

designers, actors, musicians, and

Downtown Daycation article on

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explore MUSIC: Music sets the mood for any occasion. Have you ever noticed how certain songs take you back to specific moments in your life? Any time you hear it, it takes you back to where you were, what you were wearing, or who you were with. These albums do exactly that for me.

The Postal Service: Give up (2003)

Fleet Foxes: Self Titled Album (2008)

Other Lives: Tamer Animals (2011)

Comprised of Ben Gibbard of Death

This album is a perfect mixture of

Western Folk Dream Pop. That’s how

Cab for Cutie and Jimmy Tamborello

new and old music. This Seattle

my husband describes this band, and

of Dntel, this band compiled their

based band quickly became one

it’s a perfect description. Within the

album by sending each other music

of my favorites after a couple

first ten seconds of this album, I was

files through the United States Postal

listens. At times, their harmonies

entranced. We took a picnic one day

Service. Hence their band name. Full

are reminiscent of the Beach Boys;

up to the Peaks of Otter and listened

of electronic beats and textures, this

another one of my favorite bands;

to this album while taking pictures

album just makes me happy. The first

so obviously I fell in love quickly.

and soaking in the beautiful scenery.

time I heard this album was in

This particular album makes me

It was a perfect day.

a coffee shop close to 10 years ago.

think of riding through the Blue

It was the night that I met one of my

Ridge Mountains in my husband’s

best friends for the first time. She

Volvo on a beautiful day, windows

was so full of life, wearing green, and

down going towards one of my

I knew then that I wanted to become

favorite places, Cave Mountain Lake.

friends with her. The rest is history.

Absolutely perfect.

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DOWNTOWN DAYCATION: Discovering First Fridays On the first Friday of each month, historic Lynchburg comes to life with astonishing art and unique events, bringing out all of the local culture there is for us to enjoy. It is a fun way to get the whole family out to support our local community. What an opportunity for us to meet and talk with the masterminds behind the artwork, organizations, and performances that stay open

something new to see each month.

project in addition to offering live

late just for us, filling downtown

Within Riverviews Artpace you

music and wine.

Lynchburg with life.

can visit the rented studio spaces

This may be a small town to some, yet there is a host of places just waiting to be discovered for free. So, head on downtown, pick up the trolley (or walk if you would like) and join other locals in discovering

From there, you can walk to Commerce Street to

where you can find such things as

peruse history at The Buzzard’s Roost and enjoy

photographic art, paintings ranging

live performances at The Dance Theater

from landscapes to abstract art,

of Lynchburg.

and the occasional popup artists showcasing things such as jewelry and handmade cutting boards This

THE BUZZARD’S ROOST (718 Commerce Street):

building also houses the Omniterrum,

This unique antique shop carries

which is a museum dedicated to

unique, historic items showing off

preserving the art of globes … stop by

the culture of Lynchburg and beyond.

You may want to start your journey

their studio to see their vast collection,

They remain open later hours on First

on the corners of 9th and Jefferson Streets in

most of which is for sale.

Fridays, giving you the chance to go

Lynchburg’s hidden treasures between the hours of 5:30pm-8:00pm.

downtown Lynchburg, where you will find Riverviews Artspace and Amazement Square.

RIVERVIEWS ARTSPACE (901 Jefferson Street): This building is where various artists from the Lynchburg area invite you to come explore all of their art galleries and studios where you have the opportunity to see their workspaces and meet them personally. On First Fridays they switch out the artwork, giving you

AMAZEMENT SQUARE (27 9th Street): Although known locally as a hands on children museum, it is also the perfect place to head over to see a

in and have a look around before they close at 7:00pm. THE DANCE THEATRE OF LYNCHBURG (722 Commerce Street):

work of art in progress. In the lot

Providing a tour, refreshments,

across Jefferson, you can view the

door prizes, and entertainment is

CityArts Mosaic Mural, with an

the Dance Theatre of Lynchburg,

expected completion date of October

showing culture and art through

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their performances. In the month of

volunteer signups, and staff on

August there will be a guest artist

hand to answer questions about the

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In September they will be providing

pieces to see as they change their

After soaking in the art and music at

performances and more in the Get

exhibits every month. They feature

the Academy, the choice is yours as to which

Downtown festival.

artwork of notable artists, whether

Just a short jaunt from Commerce lies

local, regional, or national, some of

route you take as you explore our downtown and outlying areas below.

the Academy of Fine Arts on Main Street, which is

which are present to discuss their

CATALANO’S DELICATESSEN

a stop you may want to hit early

work and answer any questions that

(908 Main Street):

as it seems to attract more attention as

may come to mind. Their Main Street

the evening wears on.

gallery also offers live music and light

THE ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS (600 Main Street):

refreshments. In August, Ann White will be showcasing her artwork. In September, they will be putting on

The Academy of Fine Arts provides

a National Juried Photography

entertainment and education in

Exhibition and will be participating

the various visual arts, having new

in the Get Downtown event.

Visit this Italian deli, which serves up quality food while supporting the local arts community, often having live bands on First Fridays. In the month of September, they are participating in Get Downtown with events such as a meatball eating contest, a local band, skateboarding and more. ANASTACIA’S (209 9th Street): This small shop houses big art inspiration in the form of handpainted furniture, upcycled findings, and vintage clothing. Anastacia is on hand to help her customers pick out that perfect piece of art or antique jewelry to express their own personal style. THE LYNCHBURG MUSEUM (901 Court Street): From 5pm-8pm, this collection of Lynchburg history allows free admission while featuring a new topic each month. Staff members show artifacts as they talk with visitors. In August, they will be talking about hurricane Camille, and in September, they will focus on Lynchburg’s industry. THE LYNCHBURG ART CLUB (1011 Rivermont Avenue) As you enter the building, you are warmly greeted by guides and refreshments while you peruse the work of local artists. In August, they

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will be presenting local views from in and around Lynchburg, and in

GET DOWNTOWN

September, they will be participating

On September 7th, First Fridays is

in the art festival. You can even catch

combined with the annual event of

a bite to eat at nearby Magnolia

Get Downtown, where Main Street

Foods, which stays open until 7:00pm.

is closed (from 8th to 13th Streets) but thriving with local vendors. This

Hopefully, this has inspired you to

event is free and features downtown

take a peek at our local arts community

organizations, galleries, merchants,

by discovering our downtown area

restaurants, and retailers that extend

in addition to its events. From live

their hours and offer fun specials and

music and art to handmade wearables

sales. Many flock downtown to hear

and history, Lynchburg has so much

live music, see street performances,

to offer. This was a list of our favorite

and view new pieces of art that

haunts, but for more information

showcase the very best of Lynchburg.

and other First Friday events, we

Both on and off street parking is free

suggest searching “First Fridays

and available to the public, so mark

Lynchburg” on Facebook.

your calendars for this event, which

Coffee and chocolate make life even more enjoyable for Michelle Wood, who loves the beach and is a Southern girl through and through.

Don’t feel like walking from destination to destination? Catch the trolley! The art trolley runs from downtown to Rivermont Avenue, which takes about 30 minutes in its route. The art trolley is completely free and will provide its riders with an exciting new experience. Head on over to lynchslanding.com for more information on the stops and route of this historic vehicle.

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First Fridays is a great experience, and we want to make sure that families have fun, too. This little scavenger hunt is a fun way to occupy your time while discovering downtown Lynchburg. (Turn the next page upside down for answers, but no peeking until you are through!)

What Riverview Artspace Artist painted this piece?

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Which gallery greets you with this sign?

What is the name of the room where these globes can be found.

3 What street is this sign on?

4 Where do these hands make a grand entrance?

7 What color is this building?

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This leads you into which store?

1. RIVERVIEWS ARTSPACE 2. MICHAEL MEWBORN 3. OMNITERRUM 4. MAIN STREET 5. BUZZARDS ROOST 6. IVORY 7. DANCE THEATRE OF LYNCHBURG

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Quips:

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE MONEY SAVING TIP? FOR YOUR KITCHEN:

Make weekly menus. If I don’t, I end up eating out. If I already have my menu and the groceries to make it, I save a lot of money by cooking at home! — Galyn Never go grocery shopping without a list and menus! If I do a menu for the week or next 2 weeks, I know exactly what I need to buy, and when I go shopping I spend less then when run out 3 or 4 times a week. — Katie Buy flours, grains, rices, beans and spices from the bulk bins at the local health food market. — Judy

FOR YOUR FAMILY:

creativity and an open mind. — Erin

Most women are guilty of this type

Pay in full. Do not go into debt for a

of clutter: samples and trial sizes.

vacation. Budget wisely. Have a yard

After making sure nothing is

sale to de-clutter. — Kristen

expired, just start using them! This eliminates buying more,

I buy the best that I can afford. This

and you use what you have while

may sound counter-intuitive, but by

freeing up space. — Ursula

buying the best quality, I have to replace/repair it less often.

Buy second hand whenever you can.

— Allegra

Yard sales and Estate Specialists (downtown Lynchburg) are great

Using cloth nappies (diapers)

local resources. — Edwana

is quite doable and saves lots of money. Making your own baby

When possible, buy used through

food and wipes is cheaper and so

yard, thrift and estate sales.

much nicer for your baby than

This saves money and also requires

store bought. — Robin

Black Dog Salvage in Roanoke, Photo by Jennifer Prince

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I do not especially enjoy working out, but I do like being fit. So I have found a way to cheat that doesn’t involve a pill or any product that can be ordered from a late-night infomercial for three easy payments. Here’s my big secret: it’s having fun. I have found that if I am having fun and trying something new, I push myself harder than when I am doing the same old boring routine in the weight room while the meatheads around me ogle their flexed muscles in the wall-to-wall mirrors. Seriously, I think they would date their own biceps if they could. Anyway, my latest search for “funwith-a-side-of-fitness” led me to Williamsburg where a new treetop zip line adventure course recently opened called Go Ape. It sounded fun, plus it had the potential to heal one of my deepest childhood wounds. (Excuse me while I lay on the therapist’s couch with the back of my hand resting dramatically on my forehead for this next part of the story). Growing up, one of my dad’s many awesome ideas was to build the neighborhood’s greatest tree fort. And what kid doesn’t love a good tree fort, or any kind of fort for that matter? My sisters and I talked and dreamed about it so much that we had it all laid out in our heads. Unfortunately, we learned that my dad is more of a visionary than a doer, and year after year slipped by without the first plank being nailed up for our kingdom in the trees. We’ve been walking around (on the ground, sadly) with sequoiasized holes in our hearts ever since!

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ADVENTURE SNAPSHOT: GO APE A 2-3 hour treetop adventure course

WHAT IS IT? 37 crossings, 2 tarzan swings, and 5 zip lines, 2099 foot course

WHERE IS IT? Freedom Park 5537 Centerville Road Williamsburg, VA 23188

HOW MUCH? $55 for adults 18+ $35 for kids 10-17

RESTRICTIONS: Minimum height – 4’7” Maximum weight - 285 pounds Minors must be accompanied by an adult

PHONE NUMBER: 888-520-7322 WEBSITE: goape.com

Ok, ok, so maybe I’m being slightly

leave me unsupervised. Ever. Just ask

and a half hours of challenging

melodramatic about it, but I have

Fur Cat, my Hawaiian surf instructor

ourselves, facing some fears, and

found that was the best way to

who left me and my borrowed

swinging through the trees, we

guilt my dad into buying me nicer

board alone in the shallow waters of

skidded to our last landing onto

birthday gifts.

Hanalei Bay to grab something and

a soft bed of mulch, some of us

came back 10 minutes later to find me

on our feet, some on their backs.

a quarter mile away being slammed

There were a few rope burns and

against a lava rock by a giant wave.

some mulch covered backsides, but

Maybe a five-minute lesson in eight

everyone had a great time. More

inches of water didn’t quite qualify

importantly, I think I may have

me to paddle out to the 10-foot waves

filled the void left by my early tree

that looked much more exciting.

fort-less existence. But please don’t

Lesson learned.

tell my dad ... my birthday is coming

Well, once we arrived at the zip line course, and I saw people climbing, swinging, jumping, and whizzing through the sun-dappled forest, I knew this was going to be better than anything I imagined as a kid. I excitedly waited for our instructor, Cody, to tighten up my harness and give us a short safety spiel before

Luckily, the treetop course turned

we could get started. I was only half

out to be much safer than the

listening until he told us that once

Pacific Ocean.

we climbed the first tree, we would be spending the next two to three hours traversing the forest canopy on our own. It was up to us to hook ourselves safely onto each new set of crossings. It made me wish I had listened a little more closely, and I thought about mentioning what a bad idea it was to 30

up, and who knows? I may just get that tree fort after all. When she is not out seeking new adventures, Christine, a Chicago area native, enjoys exploring the shops and restaurants in downtown Lynchburg where she lives with her teenage son, Isaiah.

We went through a series of five sections comprised of rope ladders, tarzan swings, and crossings with names like “Trapeze” and “Spider’s Web.” Each section ended with a progressively longer zip line, the longest being 600 feet. After two

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Blacksburg Steppin’ Out 10am-10pm - This 32nd annual festival features music, artists, crafters, and local sidewalk sales.

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21st: lynchburg-hillcats.com 24th: avocamuseum.org 25th: bedfordareachamber.com 31st: devaultvineyards.com

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RiverFlick: Princess Bride 7pm - Meet across from Amazement Square for this fun, classic movie to be shown outdoors.

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Heritage Harvest Festival at Monticello This two day event includes demonstrations from local chefs, heirloom veggie tastings, seed swaps, and gardening lectures.

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Literary Lounge 7:30pm - Hear authors read their own work including poetry and prose at Riverviews Artspace.

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1st: peaksofotterwinery.com 3rd: lynchburgmuseum.org 7th: visitlynchburg.org 8th: oldesalemdays.com

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The Virginia 10 Miler In its 39th year, this race brings runners together for its races. Be sure to view their ad on page 21. Visit virginia10miler.com for information or to register.

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8th: amazementsquare.com 14-15th: heritageharvestfestival.com 18th: dday.org 20th: riverviews.net

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29 Bedford Centerfest Run the 10 Miler, then head to Bedford for their annual street festival full of crafters, art, vendors, food and more.

21-22nd: renaissancetheatre.info 23rd: gravegarden.org 28-29th: virginia10miler.com 29th: centertownbedford.com

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Photo by K.D. Burke Photography

Quips: WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE END OF SUMMER TRADITION? Driving all night to the beach just to see the sunrise one last time. — Chelsea Back to school shopping! The smell of a new roll of scotch tape, writing your name neatly on everything, color-coordinating your highlighters and notebooks, imagining the possibilities in a brand new binder... — Heather The last summer cookout. — Cindy Have lots of family and friends over, have a big cookout and enjoy the pool all day. Then get them to help put the pool furniture in the shed. Yeah, that’s the ticket! — Linda One last quiet family visit to the lake before school begins. — Amy

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It’s tradition for me and my dad to get a bushel of crabs and a case of beer. The family sits around at the table just reminiscing about the summer and all the good times we had. — Katie Going to the county fair with my family! — Brandyn I tend to see Labor Day as the end of summer. It also happens to be the time of my birthday. I didn’t used to like this because it meant school was starting and sometimes my birthday would be the first day of school. Now it means a family gathering by the lake, lobster, and competitive rounds of corn hole. — Janet Shopping for new and trendy fall clothing! — Brittany One last family vacation to the beach. We take a picnic lunch and lay on the beach and read all afternoon or play bocce ball. Can’t leave our vacation without eating crab legs at our favorite restaurant or getting ice cream cones and walking down the board walk. Good times! — Lou Ann


ABC’S OF BACK TO SCHOOL BAGS The last glimpse of summer is here, and although we

backpack for your elementary student or are a teacher

do not want to let the last inkling of it go quite yet,

looking for a sturdy tote to pull double duty, here are a

many of us are thinking about gathering items to

few of our picks for you to consider this year.

head back to school. So, whether you are in need of a

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From August 1-September 30 we will be doing our giveaway on our Facebook page ( facebook.com/ theclutchguide) and our blog (theclutchguide.com). Be sure to check both on how you can enter.

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durability is to their parents. Choosing the new Va Va

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FOR THE COLLEGE STUDENT:

FOR THE TEACHER:

Lugging bags from dorms to classes and even back home

Sometimes bags do double duty by housing papers to

again for the weekend really calls for pieces that can

grade along with holding essentials like snacks and lip

stand up to the toughest of conditions. These leather

gloss, yet having a coordinating bag to keep separate can

carryalls and accessories from Moore & Giles fit the bill

help make an educator feel that there is life beyond the

nicely and can tote everything to and from class or

classroom. These handmade, unique bags by Elle & Anne

hold all of your toiletries for a fun overnight trip to

feature storage pockets and style galore. Best of all is that

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you can choose these styles in a variety of fabrics and add

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Joanne Clutch with Embellishment $72

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FLOURISH

Photo by Russel Darnell

grow in health, thrive in life

Greetings! Summer is just about over!

begin an exercise program, consult

How? It may take a little planning at

Can you believe it? All of those

with your health care provider to

first to get more water, but it can get

summer activities will soon be only

make sure you are ready to make

easier the more you plan. Get a cup

memories, but what will you take

these changes.

or water bottle that you can easily

with you? Have you been active

transport (a sports bottle with a tight

during the summer, or did you eat

DRINK MORE WATER!

top or a regular spring water bottle so

more, sleep more, and just plain goof

This suggestion may seem very

it does not spill), and take your water

off? Are you feeling more tired

elementary, but you may be

with you. Before you get in your car,

instead of revved up? Well, let me

surprised at how much water you

fill the water bottle and when you

share a few things with you to help

are NOT drinking. Sorry, coffee

arrive at your destination, drink your

you feel a bit better. These are just

and tea don’t count!

water throughout the day and try to

small little changes that can make

drink at least two to three full bottles

a big difference in the way you feel

Why? Water is a great way to keep

of water during the day. Before you

and can help you grow in health and

your kidneys functioning appropriately

head home, fill your water bottle

thrive in life!!

(very needed to stay alive!), keep

again, and before you know it, you

moisture in your skin (you know,

will have increased how much water

that pesky dry skin?), and keep

you are drinking. Some people cannot

your tummy feeling good. More

stand plain water, but consider what

water means less constipation. Now

you may put in the water before

remember, do not make any drastic

you start mixing. It would be best

changes in your fluid intake without

to avoid chemicals (artificial

consulting your health care provider.

sweeteners and such), and try to

Small changes still make a difference.

drink water without additives.

These changes may seem rather minute, but it is usually better to start small. As you conquer the little changes, it can help you to realize that you can make changes that will have a positive impact on your life and health. Before you consider ANY major changes to your diet or 38


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GET UP AND MOVE!

and can prevent obesity. It also helps

breaths. Stand up at least once every

You may say, “I don’t have the time

with mental focus for school work

30 minutes (set a timer if you need

to exercise,” “I don’t have the right

and test taking. Exercise for children

to), and try to take a short walk every

equipment,” or “it is just too much

can be as simple as running back and

hour. A short walk could be to the

work!” There are so many health

forth from one play structure

end of the hall or just marching in

benefits to moving and exercising

to another. Jumping, running,

place in your office. If there are

that listing them all would and do fill

climbing, and stretching can help

stairs that you can access during your

books. I am sure you have seen and

build muscle for a stronger body

day, consider taking the stairs when

looked at the countless books on

for life. Video games that offer

you need to go up in the building.

exercise at the bookstore – there

movement are great for kids of all

Going down the stairs does some

seem to be hundreds!

ages, even for older adults.

good but can put lots of extra pressure

Why? You are physically stronger

How? There are multiple ways to get

when you get up and move. Being

additional exercise in during the day.

stronger affects your health from

Think about your day and what you

head to toe. Exercise is great for all

have to do. If you do a lot of sitting

ages, and it doesn’t have to be a

at a computer, there are exercises

structured, machine based workout.

you can do at your desk. Stretch your

Exercise for younger children and

legs, move your feet, stretch your

teens helps to strengthen their hearts

arms, bend side to side, and take deep

on your knees.

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More movement and more water – how much easier can it be to flourish?

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Sandy enjoys cooking and family gatherings. She is flourishing in her life biking, walking, and choosing to eat healthier.

1:30-5:30pm, $25 Tresca on 8th 724 Commerce Street Downtown Lynchburg

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Onetober

one month. one dress. one cause. starting October 1st . . . will you join us? Jeffrey C Gleason Photography

Join Us! October 1-31 2012

Christopher Breedlove Photography

Our cause: Blue Ridge Pregnancy Center, 1915 Thomson Drive - Lynchburg 434.528.4321 • blueridgepc.org • thecenter @blueridgepc.org

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The Blue Ridge Pregnancy Center exists to offer hope and answers to women with unplanned pregnancies by administering holistic care. That is quite a mission statement! They are a medical clinic, which provides free and confidential services such as pregnancy tests and limited obstetrical ultrasounds to verify pregnancy. The BRPC also offers peer counseling in addition to parenting and life skills classes, all at no cost to the women who utilize their services.

donning the same frock day after day). But, the more important journey is raising awareness for a cause, and for Onetober 2012, we are supporting the Blue Ridge Pregnancy Center. We are not collecting funds or soliciting in any way, but after our friends, coworkers and family members see us in the same attire day after day (when that’s not the norm!), the opportunity arises to acquaint others with our cause and the purpose of Onetober.

So what is Onetober? That is where you come in.

Sound fun? We hope that you will join us!

Imagine a month freed up from deciding what to wear ... 31 days where you resolve to wear one dress the entire month. Our staff has committed to participate in Onetober for a two-fold purpose. One being the personal journey to free ourselves from fretting over what to wear each day while also forcing creativity in making that one dress work for an entire month (I’m sure we will be adding cardigans, scarves and even brooches to alter the “humdrumness” of

Be prepared for a personal introspective while supporting a great, local organization.

Comedian Tim Hawkins Concert to benefit the BRPC October 21, 2012 - 3pm & 7pm showings Tickets: www.timhawkins.com Contact: jennifer@blueridgepc.org for more information about this fundraising event


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APPS TO HELP MANAGE YOUR FAMILY

Mise en Place: The Well Placed Home

Mise en place is a French term literally meaning “to put in place.� For me it simply means having a place for everything and everything in its place. This is one of the oldest organizing truisms around but so important to consider as we do our best to keep our homes running smoothly and efficiently. With the smart phones on the market today and the multitude of organizational apps available, our phones can be a true asset to us as we seek to manage our homes. As a wife, mother, and homemaker, my phone is fast becoming my virtual household binder. Juggling kids, family, friends, workouts, shopping, and household needs can be overwhelming. A good organizational system is the key to managing everything, and all that I really need to efficiently run my home is conveniently located on one mobile device. There are multitudes of apps available with calendars, schedules, to-do lists, and note capabilities, and many are accessible across multiple devices allowing several family members access.

THE FAMILY ORGANIZER

GROCERY LISTS

3 HELPFUL APPS FOR ON THE GO

One of the most basic

Ever made it to the

needs of every family

store just to realize

is scheduling, and the

that you left your list

As moms, we often find

use of a family calendar

at home? This is no

ourselves on the go running

makes this a breeze. Cozi is a free app

problem with the Grocery iQ (free)

errands and shopping for

for iPhone and Android phones that

application. Build lists quickly with

our families. We want to be

syncs with your home computer.

features like barcode scanning and

efficient and make the most

It allows you and other family

predictive search. Set up lists for

of our time and be conscious

members to keep track of your family

multiple stores as well as organize

of our family budget as we do

calendar. You can simplify and

your shopping by category or aisle.

it. Here are few free apps to

manage your schedule with a shared

You can even print lists and coupons

help keep us on track as we

calendar, lists, reminders, and even a

via WiFi. That forgotten list is a thing

dash around town.

family journal. By sharing all of these

of the past. Sending hubby to the

things, everyone stays in the loop!

store on his way home from work?

KEYRINGREWARD

You can even import existing internet

No problem! Add items to the

Organizes customer loyalty

calendars including personal iCals

grocery list and it will automatically

and membership cards

(Google or Yahoo calendars) or public

sync with his device.

iCals (sports and school calendars). Cozi also supports shopping lists,

RED LASER

TO-DO LISTS AND ROUTINES

Scans bar codes and

to do lists, and meal planning,

There are many apps

making it a great all-purpose home

available to organize

organizer app.

your to-do lists and

GAS BUDDY

routines. One that I

Finds the cheapest gas in a

As a busy wife and mom of three, Heather not only finds time to manage her home well, but she also enjoys running, being crafty, and testing out new recipes for her family.

like to use is HomeRoutines ($3.99).

compares prices

specified area

It allows you to take charge of household tasks by creating daily

* For more helpful apps from Heather

and weekly routines, as well as plan

visit our blog www.theclutchguide.com

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AMOUR BÉBÉ for the love of baby

We all know how the story goes: Boy meets girl. Boy and girl fall in love, get married, and live happily ever after. The end. But wait, there’s more: A few years later, girl is surprised by nausea and begins having unexplainable food cravings -- often insisting boy make midnight runs to the nearest Chic-fil-A for orders of milkshakes and chicken fingers. Nine months pass, and suddenly, baby makes three. Holding her beautiful, screaming babe in her arms, the girl anxiously wonders, “Oh my, what now?” And so, motherhood begins. On April 13 of this year, my life was forever changed as my husband and I welcomed our first child — a precious baby boy, Brock Eoin Douglass – into the world. After 17 (million or at least that’s how it felt) hours of intense, exhausting labor— my once-orderly world was turned upside down, leaving me with a beautiful mess of sleepless nights, midnight (2 AM, 4 AM, 6AM...) feedings, naptime snuggles, endless diaper changes, and laundry baskets overflowing with soiled baby onesies, burp cloths, and diapers (yes, I’m a proud, cloth diapering momma). I had set forth into motherhood confident in nothing except my desire to love this little boy with all of my heart, and to try and be the best mother I possibly can to my son, which I believe is ultimately all any of us can do. You’d think that the nine months of pregnancy preceding my child’s birth would have given me adequate time to prepare for this beautiful expansion in our family, but the truth is, I don’t believe that any amount of time — or my Nook library filled with the latest parenting “how to” best sellers I’d read —could ever have prepared me for the overwhelming feelings of love, exhaustion, pride, and yes, sometimes even pure frustration, that I would experience. Photo by Lora Lynch Photography

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Motherhood truly is the hardest job

practice patience and grow from

a woman could ever love; we are on

our mistakes.

“duty” 24/7, 365 days out of the year, and, as a dear friend once remarked, we are officially the last line of defense for our little ones. While the role of the child’s father is just as important in the years to come — and I am so very grateful for the support and help of my own loving husband through all of this — when our babies need immediate comfort, it is we as mothers who must provide and fulfill this need. While I have definitely experienced a few “what have I gotten myself into” moments — as I would imagine any new mom has — the immense joy of parenthood far outshines any moments of frustration, and I wouldn’t trade a single moment to return to a time before our son arrived. In my few, short months as a new mother, I have come to realize and embrace the fact that motherhood isn’t a destination, rather a journey strewn with failure and success; a role of honor and beautiful responsibility, and with each new day comes the opportunity to

I have also come to fully appreciate the fact that motherhood is a journey that shouldn’t be traveled alone.

SAGE ADVICE We asked Facebookers what was the best advice given to them as new moms. Here is a selection of their responses. The baby doesn’t know whether

There is so much to gain and

you’re doing it ‘right’ or not ... so

glean from the experience of other

stop worrying about it. As long as

mothers, not to mention receiving

you’re trying to meet their needs

much-needed encouragement or

and doing it the best that you can,

advice from someone else that can

you are doing it right! — ALISHA

relate to what you’re going through,

If someone gives you unsolicited

and it is truly priceless.

advice (and they will!) that you may or may not take … just say “that’s

My desire in the months to come

something to think about!”

is to encourage you in your own

— RACHAEL

precious journey through

Continue to date your husband after

motherhood, as I share what I have

the baby arrives. — BECKY

learned so far through the beautiful — and sometimes not-so-beautiful

Trust your gut. If you feel something is “not right” with your

moments — that comprise this

baby, you are most likely right.

wonderful new stage of the life that

— BRITTANY

I am so blessed to call my own. Don’t “mom it” alone. Ready, set, motherhood. Here we come. In addition to being a new mom to son, Brock, Rachel also manages her event company, RS Exclusive. She loves spending time with her husband, Chris, and is passionate about green living.

Be sure not to criticize how the dad does things. He is learning too, and his connection with baby is just as important! — AMANDA Your baby can sense anxiety and stress and may be fussier because of it, so relax and be chill. Your child will sense that security in you and relax as well. — STACIE

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thrive Eye Cream: For firming and rejuvenating eyes, try

Brush: An angled brush for liner and eyes is the

Repair System Restructuring Eye Contour Cream

most versatile of makeup brushes and can be

by Institut Esthederm, which can be purchased at

purchased from Sally’s Beauty Supply and also

Bodyworks Day Spa & Salon

from high end retailers like MAC.

Bliss & Make-Up

Tori & Kerissa

Makeover by Emily Garbee Harris of Bodyworks Day Spa & Salon

Photos by Crystal George of Crystal George Studios

There is a saying that goes “pretty is what you are, beauty is what you do with it”, which rings so true. After all, as a society we are always contrasting the physical, outward beauty with the more important inner beauty of a woman. Hence the purpose for, a column designated to taking ladies who shine from the inside and giving them a little lift on the outside. This issue, we are focusing on two ladies who are in a phase of life where taking care of themselves is not at the top of the list ... a single mom and a single mom-to-be, who are embarking on the most important job of all. Approaching this first edition of clutch, Emily and I wanted to do something really special to kick it off, so we decided to spoil two single moms with some pampering because every mom works hard, and single moms harder than most. Both girls received spa services (massages, pedicures and eye treatments!) and hair and makeup treatments in addition to a fun photo session afterwards. Here is what we did.

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Tori

2012 high school graduate expecting her baby boy, Preston, in September The direction for Tori’s makeover was a sophisticated and smoky urban look to be worn day or night.

SPA TREATMENTS: Tori was spoiled with a pregnancy pedicure, which used pressure points to alleviate swelling and pain, combined with a neck and shoulder massage.

MAKEUP:

HAIR:

Tori's makeup was applied in warm and medium to deep

Tori’s hair was color corrected to lighten her ends and deepen

foundation tones in a Swedish foundation.

her roots to get an overall deep cool ebony tone. A color wear

Cool toned, darker pink blush was applied on cheekbones,

clear coconut glaze was applied all over for shine and extra

and greys and jade green tones were used to create a very

conditioning of her hair.

subtle smoky look for her eye.

Her cut was a jagged edge razor cut for texture with lots of

Tori has a beautiful semi Asian cast to her eye and the liner

layers inside and outside. Layers were created for face framing

in soft black brought out it's exotic look. She has a subtle

dimension.

version of a smoky eye that she can wear day or night.

Individual angled panels of Keratin bonded, Italian, human

Because of the strength of her eyes, her lip color was

hair extensions in a teal color were set in on an angle around

softened, and, a light pink liner and a semi transparent,

her face. The extensions were a great option because Tori

cool toned lipstick with a subtle frost in pink were used.

wanted a creative color, and this was a non permanent, non

The liner was feathered all over the lip so as not to make

damaging solution.

her full lips look too full.

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Kerissa

mom to Levi, who is two years old The direction in Kerissa’s makeover was in a natural champagne color range with a Bohemian vibe.

SPA TREATMENTS: Kerissa was treated to a neck, back and shoulder massage along with having an eye treatment to lift and tighten while reducing under eye circles. MAKEUP: A Swedish foundation in a soft neutral/beige tone was

We had a fun day pampering Kerissa and Tori along with

applied all over.

a follow up day of makeovers and a photo shoot. Are you

Subtle cheek highlighting was done with a matte finish for summer, and white/pink/copper eye shadows were used to bring out her blue eyes. The eyes were lined with a charcoal grey. Lips were treated one shade darker than her natural color,

in need of a makeover, or do you know someone else who is? Just send us a short story along with a current photo to: info@theclutchguide.com. We are looking for real life ladies of all ages and ethnicities, and we can not wait to feature more of our Virginia ladies in our upcoming issues.

using a cool nude pink color lipstick with a light pink gloss containing a gold sparkle in it. HAIR: Kerissa’s hair was treated with a three color blend of champagne blondes, which were full European highlights set on a diagonal for a more natural and dimensional look. After the highlights, soft face framing layers were cut into the outer layers of her hair, and the length was trimmed. A few internal layers were added for fullness and texture, working

Crystal George of Crystal George Studios and Emily Garbee Harris of Bodyworks Day Spa & Salon always have something fun in the works as a creative “dynamic duo”. Whether it is a creative, stylized shoot or having fun with weddings, models or mothers-to-be, these two have hearts for awakening the real beauty inside.

with her natural wave.

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Overlook, Amber Sheppard,

Amhert County, Jennifer Prince

Blackwater Creek Trail, Alyson Russell

@ambersheppardlu

@hillcitybride

@aerussel3

Snap Happy

Where We Live Central and Southwest VA is full of history and beautiful scenery, and we have the Instagram photos to prove it. Enjoy this glimpse of our area through the eyes of the people who live and pass through our region.

American Flag Over The James, Jeremiah Guelzo @stonebluepro

Kayaking on the James, Glauco Lima

@glaucolima

Main Street in Lynchburg, Myles Katherine @myleskatherine

Washington Street in Lynchburg, Noah Edwards @nedwards

Sunset Breeze,Taylor Edds

Smith Mountain Lake, Sabrena Deal

@taylor_kathryn

@sabrena_deal

Want to get in on next month’s fun? Our theme for our October/November issue is “pets”. Have a cute and cuddly pet, or did you catch Fido doing something funny? Tag your Instagram photo with #clutchsnaphappy or send your photo to info@theclutchguide.com with the subject “Snap Happy” along with your pet’s name, your real name and your Instagram name by August 31st to be considered.

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