April 2015 Pride of Montgomery by The Pride of Montgomery

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April 2015

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Connecting You To The Capital City

A Word from Our Mayor

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Virginia Saunders Frank K. Rho

Operation's Manager Hallay Cagle

Creative Director Barbie O'Neal

Advertising Representatives Dear Friends, Virginia Saunders Last month we witnessed the culmination of the combined efforts of Donna Ellis our city employees, volunteers – including some from as far away as Michigan, community leaders, government officials and local universities during the commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the Selma-to- Contributing Photographers Nick Drollette Photography Montgomery Voting Rights March. This milestone commemoration placed Montgomery, Selma, Lowndes County and points throughout the Pet Pawtography by Diana Bunch River Region front and center in datelines for national and international Adrian Freeman Photography news organizations as thousands came to join the march in honor of the Dreamers Photography by Adrienne Quick brave foot soldiers of the civil rights movement. Swanke' Chic Photography Stories surfaced about the best of our community and the ingredients simmering in the Capital of Dreams that make it such an extraordinary place to live. And that’s not just fluff: we’ve been named an All-America City, the Best Historic City and continue leading our state in the Business Confidence Index, but we should be most proud of the stories shared about our neighbors and our city’s progress. These stories featured local business owner Nelson Malden, as he reminisced on his conversations with Dr. Martin Luther King – one of his best customers, and the Montgomery Police Department’s Policing in a History City program, which helps eliminate issues with race or class or any other differences. It wasn’t just Montgomery or Selma, but it was our neighbors, friends and family who were featured in prime time. The success of an event of this magnitude would have been nearly impossible without everyone’s patience, cooperation, hospitality and service. Thank you to each and every one of you who contributed to our success – whether you volunteered to clean-up the final leg of the Selmato-Montgomery Voting Rights National Historic Trail or spruced up parks and neighborhoods throughout our city. Our community united under a singular vision as we celebrated how far we have come as a city and a nation, while reflecting on what still needs to be done in our quest to becoming the embodiment of Dr. King’s beloved community. April offers warm weather, neighborhood concerts and Biscuits baseball, but we will continue our revitalization and beautification efforts in every part of Montgomery. We look forward to sharing an exciting month with each and every one of you. This community truly has come far, and through a sometimes difficult past, we have grown into a close-knit community dedicated to serving one another and helping our community achieve greatness. -

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Front Cover Photography Nick Drollette Photography

Contributing Writers Tasha Scott Geri Cronier Rebekah Edwards Henry Hernandez Dr. Frederick Jackson, O.D. Dr. Zeb A. King Dr. Kalai Mugilan Dr. Frank K. Rho Geoff Stough Dr. Wendy Coleman Thomas Kaufman

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For advertising information, contact Virginia Saunders at 334-462-9602 or virginia@theprideadvertising.com PO Box 11543, Montgomery, AL 36111 The Pride of Montgomery Magazine is published 12 times a year by The Pride Advertising, Inc. The entire contents of The Pride Magazine is copyrighted and may not be reproduced without the express written consent of the publishers. The Pride Magazine accepts no responsibility for the return of unsolicited manuscripts and/or photographs and assumes no liability for products or services advertised. The Pride Magazine reserves the right to edit, rewrite or refuse material and is not responsible for products.

In This Issue

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2 What's New in the City? 4 A Word from our Mayor 8 Sights To See 10 Health & Fitness 20 Life Lessons 22 workforce 26 Good Taste 32 Faith 36 Education Station 44 Meow Woof & Chirp 46 Insurance 101 48 Shopping Spree 56 Kid's Corner 60 Date Book

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Our teachers are eager and willing to challenge each child on their level and facilitate learning.

Green Gate School

Green Gate School is an independent private school founded on the belief that education is a significant influence in the life of a child. Our mission is to create a school community that inspires children to realize their full potential, while providing a safe and nurturing school environment. To support our mission, we bring together other principals, teachers, and parents who are passionate about education. Together, we provide the best possible learning environment for our students. Green Gate is operated by husband and wife directors, Kenneth Richardson and Yvonna Nail Richardson. Mr. Richardson is a retired Air Force officer with degrees in Engineering from Purdue, MBA from Indiana University and a Master’s in Education from Auburn University in Montgomery. He has served as Headmaster for 20 years. Mrs. Richardson is a Troy University graduate in Education and Theater. She has spent her career in Education at Green Gate serving both as a teacher and as Director of Education for 30 years. Both of their daughters are successful young professionals living in Atlanta, GA and Washington DC. Their experience and approach to teaching and strong family values make Green Gate the best program of its kind. Both Mr. and Mrs. Richardson are available to give a school tour or review school curriculum, policy,and future plans for the school whenever it is convenient for your family. Our program for children ages 12 months to Grade 8 is the perfect solution for working families. We offer convenient hours and educational experiences that will have your children wanting to come back day after day.

Alabama News Network 41 Alabama Shakespeare Festival 23 American Forest Management 24 Capitol Oyster Bar 30 Chris' Hot Dogs 26 Chick - fil - A Regions RSA Tower 29 Churchill Academy 40 Cronier's Fine Jewelry 48, 49 11 Dentistry for Children Deramus Hearing Aid Centers 33. Back Cover Doug's 2 Salon 50 Eastside Grill 28 Faulkner University 23, 36 Filet & Vine 31 House For Sale 9 Gerald Adams 55 Green Gate School 37 Grace Life Church 58 Harriott II 51 Lee & Lan Florist 43 Looney’s SuperSkate 56 Lush Makeup Art 50 McQuick Printing 24 Mela's boutique 54 Montgomery Humane Society 39 Nick Drollette Photography 42 Oak Grove Inn 15 Pediatrics at Twilight 13 Pet Pawtography by Diana Bunch 54 Phoenix Salon & Spa 15, 55 Primary EyeCare 16, 17 RezFIT 11, 12 River Region TV 21 Saza 59 State Farm, Henry Hernandez 46-47 Steak ’n Shake 27 SuperCuts 57 Tasha Scott, Life Coach 22, 25 Taylor Crossing Animal Hospital 44-45 The Center For Physical Medicine & Pain Management 19 The Space Walker 56 Tonya Speed 57 Troy University Montgomery 38 Two Blessings Gift Boutique 53 UPS Store 57

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Open Tuesday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Cronier’s Fine Jewelry is not your typical jewelry store. It offers services which sets them apart from other jewelers in numerous ways! This work family environment has two different types of businesses in one store. It offers a boutique-type sales floor with jewelry such as Tacori Designs that are “Ready to Wear,” but can still be modified. They also have a separate creative design department and are able to reinvent old jewelry as new relevant rings, necklaces, earrings, and bracelets at no extra charge. Cronier’s uses the “Ready to Wear” jewelry and creates a bridge to enable their customers to tweak and compile designs, effectively turning the buyer into the creator or artist. The design process uses the parts of ready-to-wear pieces, then Cadcam (computer aided design) is used to put the design from the sketch, to a computer blueprint, to a wax design that the customer can actually try on! Not to mention, Cronier’s gives the average person, such as a college student with a budget of $1,500, access to design their own special piece without the design learning curve and without an additional hourly rate. They help their customers make their jewelry more special by providing an exceptional experience. Lastly, the custom design department has the ability to take a $20,000.00 dream ring and create a $4,000.00 version that she will love, so you can still afford the wedding and the honeymoon! Stop by Cronier's Jewlery and meet one of the warmest, kindest and most efficient businesses in Montgomery!

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Sights To See

Historic Winter Place

by Geoff Stough

Montgomery is filled with many historic homes, but perhaps one of the most interesting is Winter Place. The complex is located in Cottage Hill and has a fascinating history. The complex comprises two homes connected by a breezeway, original slave quarters, and a unique courtyard design. Joseph Winter was a prominent businessman in early Montgomery. In 1841 he constructed the Winter Building on Dexter Avenue, in order to house the Montgomery branch of the Bank of St. Mary's. Many people associate this building as housing the telegraph office, which sent the telegram to fire on Fort Sumter. Joseph Winter's first home in Montgomery was a beautiful Italian ate-style home designed by noted Philadelphia architect Samuel Sloan in 1851. The home stood on the northwest corner of Perry Street and Madison Avenue. In 1855, the family moved from that home to the outskirts of Montgomery, in what is now Cottage Hill. Once again, Winter chose the Italian ate style for his home and it is believed this house was also designed by Sloan. In 1870, Winter added a home south of his house for his daughter Sally Gindrat Winter, who married Robert D. Thorington. There is some speculation an older home existed and was incorporated into the new structure. A breezeway was constructed which connected the two homes. The 1880 census shows the Winter family living in the North House and the Thorington’s living in the South House. Over the years, the north house was converted into apartments and rented. One of the slave quarters was also converted to an apartment and rented. Architect John Schaffer and his wife Dodgie lived in this apartment and it was John Schaffer who designed the unique brick design in the courtyard. The last of the Thorington’s to occupy the complex was Winter Thorington. He was raised in the house, went off to school and earned his law degree and returned to Montgomery in the 1950’s. There are many people who either lived in one of the apartments or were friends with Winter and tell of some of the wonderful parties given at Winter Place. Winter was best known for his Halloween parties where he had a medical skeleton in a casket on display in the basement. There is also the folklore regarding tunnels, which are said to run from the house to the river. Winter Place is where the song “Seven Bridges Road” was written and where Montgomery Aids Outreach was formed. South House - 2009 Eventually, the house fell into disrepair and it looked as hope was lost for the two grand structures. In 2006, Craig Drescher purchased the property and is responsible for stabilizing the structures and making great improvements to save the complex from demolition. While much work has been completed, there is still much to do. Craig is to be credited with saving the complex and commended for the work he was able to accomplish. Currently, the house is for sale and has been listed on the “Places in Peril” list comprised by the Alabama Historical Commission. The complex is on the Alabama Register of Landmarks and Heritage and the National Register of Historic Places. 8

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Health & Fitness

Dr. Rho Knows... Gums & Teeth!

Case of Sensitive Teeth??? As much as I love dentistry, there are some things about it that are necessary, but dreadful for me. We are always learning, studying and finding new, amazing things. There are some exceptionally smart people who dedicate their careers to advancing the knowledge in the dental field so that ultimately, you get better care. They spend years researching new materials, new technologies and compiling information from painstakingly thought out questionnaires. Then they put all of that fantastic and exciting knowledge into the most boring, sterile and painful to read dental journals and research papers for us dentists to sufferably decipher. Next time you see your dentist, pat him or her on the back, look at them with a sympathetic sad look on your face and say, “I’m sorry for you, Doc.” Here’s an example. I was reading about sensitive teeth yesterday. Here’s an excerpt: “The prevalence of dentin hypersensitivity was 12.3 percent; patients with hypersensitivity had, on average, 3.5 hypersensitive teeth... in participants with gingival recession than in those without gingival recession and in participants who underwent at-home tooth whitening than in those who did not. Hypersensitivity was not associated with obvious occlusive trauma, non carious cervical lesions or aggressive toothbrushing habits...” … habitsssszzzzz zzzz zzzz.... Are you awake? I fell asleep five sentences ago. So lets talk about sensitive teeth. It seems today that more people are suffering from "Can’t Eat Ice Creamitis" than before. Why is that? There are a number of reasons why teeth can be sensitive. Let’s talk about the most common reasons for tooth sensitivity. Probably the number one reason for true tooth sensitivity is from teeth clenching or grinding. We are moving into a new frontier of what’s socially normal. We juggle families, kids, jobs, school, school sports and functions. All which are calling for our attention. We are a lot more aware of international and world events and inundated with dramatized presentations of them. 10

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There is a new normal going on. That new normal is a higher level of stress. One of the relief valves for excess stress is to clench or grind your teeth. Most of the time this happens at night when you are asleep. The physical stress of the constant pressure on the teeth and the bone surrounding it will cause the nerve in the innermost part of the tooth to inflame and be hypersensitive. Clenching and grinding over time will cause your teeth to wear excessively and that can also cause sensitive teeth. Another reason for tooth sensitivity is tooth decay. A cavity starts when a protein in your saliva combines with sugar and carbohydrates from food particles left on and between your teeth to form plaque. Plaque is chock full of bacteria which pees and poos like anything else alive. Bacterial waste from plaque is highly acidic which will eat through the protective enamel of your teeth and then rapidly spread in the softer dentin of the tooth. When the cavity has become large enough to get close to the nerve bundle in the innermost part of your teeth, you will start to feel sensitivity from it. Left unchecked the tooth can become abscessed and the sensitivity worsens to become quite painful and even dangerous. Get regular checkups with your dentist. Since cavities are painless until they get pretty deep into the tooth, your dentist can detect and fix the tooth before it can become sensitive or painful. There are other reasons teeth can become sensitive. Trauma, abscess, bleaching, sinus infections, wisdom teeth impactions, and gum recession are just some of the many possible culprits. Sometimes the reason is temporary or easily treatable. Other times it can be an indication of a potentially serious problem that needs treatment right away. Make sure you see your dentist to find out what is causing your sensitivity. While you’re at it, bring him or her something more interesting to read than the dental journals we have to suffer through. He or she might enjoy a pop-up book. Even dentists have an inner child. Have a great month and smile often.

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So You Too Will See Results... I was 30, drinking my weight in beer, eating fast food often, and couldn't even run a half mile. In May of 2013, a friend of mine encouraged me to go with her to Resolution Fitness, and the journey began. I decided to take the classes and to change my eating/drinking habits as well. I have never liked fish, blueberries, asparagus, yogurt, etc. and now these things are a regular part of my diet and now I even crave them. I switched McDonald's out for Zoes and Chipotle. I went from eating chips with my sandwiches to pairing a banana instead. By changing my eating habits and working out at Resolution Fitness 5 days a week, I went from a 10/12 dress size to a 2/4 in 4-6 months and I've held that consistently for almost 2 years. For the first time since high school, I look good in a 2 piece swimsuit. For the first time ever, I ran 5 miles, but even more amazing I did it in 53 minutes! My waist decreased from 32 inches to 27. I went from a E (bra size) to a C without surgery! In the last two years, I've learned that not everyone will understand or respect your journey, but CONTINUE, because it's not about people. I've learned not to wait till Monday to get back on track. I've learned not to cheat the process; skip the reps and you don't get the results. I learned to eat for nutritional value and not always for taste. I've learned that working out will never get easier or feel good, but it always makes me feel damn good about myself. And finally, as Corey would say, it's MENTAL. Your body will perform in ways you never thought possible if you train your mind to believe that it can. The picture on the left is me celebrating my classmate's accomplishment of winning a fitness competition. We're the same age and I was clearly making different choices than she was. The picture on the right is me, a year after finally making the decision to get in shape.

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Hey, sweet cheeks! The sun is shining and it's time to warm up your looks. Pinker cheeks, with a radiant complexion, is a must! The key to this great look is correct application. Start by using a matte foundation as your base. One that I recommend is Smashbox速 Cosmetics Photo Filter Foundation Powder. Next, apply the blush. Be sure to sweep the blush from high point of the cheek apple to the top of the cheekbone - that's where it reflects the most light. If you apply bronzer and shimmer, use a small brush and dab (be sure not to swirl!) so it's confined to the bone area. (Great bronzers to try are Smashbox速 Soft Lights and Cushion Soft Lights). Apply a light application for daytime because shimmer can make the skin look dry. Jazz it up for night to create a evening glow. All Smashbox速 products are found at Dougs 2 Salon-Spa.

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Babies' Eyes and Visual Development by Dr. Fredrick Jackson Babies learn to see over time, similar to how they learn to walk and talk. They are not born with all the visual abilities they need in life. The ability to focus, move them accurately, and use them together as a team must be learned. Also, they learn how to use the visual input the eyes send to their brain in order to understand their environment and interact with it appropriately. Its important to know that vision and how the brain processes visual information are learned skills.

Parents Can Help With Visual Development

There are many things parents can do to help their baby's vision develop properly. The following are some examples of age-appropriate activities that can assist an infant's visual development. Birth to four months Use a night light or other dim lamp in your baby's room. Change the crib's position frequently and change your child's position in it. Keep reach-and-touch toys within your baby's focus, about eight to twelve inches. Alternate right and left sides with each feeding. Toys like building blocks can help boost fine motor skills and small muscle development. Five to eight months Hang a mobile, crib gym or various objects across the crib for the baby to grab, pull and kick. Give the baby plenty of time to play and explore on the floor. Provide plastic or wooden blocks that can be held in the hands. Play patty cake and other games, moving the baby's hands through the motions while saying the words aloud. Nine to twelve months Play hide and seek games with toys or your face to help the baby develop visual memory. Name objects when talking to encourage the baby's word association and vocabulary development skills. Encourage crawling and creeping. One to two years Roll a ball back and forth to help the child track objects with the eyes visually. Give the child building blocks and balls of varying shapes and sizes to play with to boost fine motor skills and small muscle development. Read or tell stories to stimulate the child's ability to visualize and prepare for learning and reading skills. Parents Instructions on First Eye Exam

Even if no eye or vision problems are apparent, the American Optometric Association recommends scheduling your baby's first eye assessment at 6 months. Things that your Optometrist will test for include: excessive or unequal amounts of nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism eye movement ability eye health problems (Dilation of Eyes is Standard) Call for Appointment to Dr. Fredrick Jackson received his undergraduate degree from see Dr Fredrick Jackson at Huntingdon College, and earned his Doctor of Optometry degree Primary Eyecare Associates from the Universiwwty of AL-Birmingham 1984. He has practiced in Montgomery at in the Montgomery area for over 27 years and his areas of specialty 8436 Vaughn Road includes treatment of dry eye syndrome and nutritional eye care, Phone (334) 271-3900. and management of refractive surgery patients. 16

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Life Lessons

You are not selfish!

by Kalai Mugilan

If you have been told that going to school is selfish, you are not selfish, you are looking after your mind and your future. The person who told you that you are selfish is probably feeling jealous and perhaps possessive of the time you used to spend with them. If you have been told that going to the gym and exercising is selfish, you are not selfish, you are looking after your body and your future. You are even saving money in the long run by not getting sick or lost pay due to sickness, not having to pay medical bills, and income that you could have because you did not call in sick. The person who called you that you are selfish is probably feeling jealous and perhaps hurt that you rather look after yourself than spend time with them. If you have been told that not going out to party is selfish because you have children or responsibilities you must attend to, you are not selfish, you are looking after your loved ones and responsibilities. Children and responsibilities stay with us until we die, and they both pay dividends money cannot buy. The person who told you that you are selfish just misses you, the person who used to be able to play and be silly with you. If you have been told that you are a selfish and a goody-tissue (weird word, but, you know what I mean) when you refuse an alcoholic drink, you are not selfish. You are probably refusing for all the right reason. There are far better ways to relax than to turn to drink alcohol. The person who told you that you are selfish just misses you playing and relaxing with you. We are sometimes accused of being selfish, when we begin looking after our well-being when we are often times doing the right thing. So, before you feel really bad when someone accuses you of being selfish, know what and why you are doing what you are doing. If you know the difference, whether you are really selfish, or doing the right thing by you, you will be okay. Selfish in general means that your action benefits you and you alone, and insinuates it hurts other people in the process. If the action is not intended to harm but to set you free, like going to school, exercising, looking after your children and responsibilities, and avoid a drink or two at the right time and the right place, you are certainly not selfish, your perhaps just woke up to your life. The ones who accused you of being selfish; divorce! Just kidding, maybe they do not know you as well as you think as you know them. Kalai Mugilan, Author: Reflections in a Broken Mirror. Get your copy on Amazon.com or in Kindle. Monthly Contributor: The Pride of Montgomery; Diversity Trainer: Varietas, LLC Cell Number (205) 243 - 7747 Kalai_Mugilan@yahoo.com 20

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How Children's Hospital Changed Our Lives Forever -JT & Leanne-

When we moved here 9 ½ years ago I never expected to utilize the services at Children’s Hospital. JT & I feel privileged to host the Children’s Miracle Network Radiothon on MIX 103.3 each Spring. We have met some amazing families and are always amazed at the generosity of our listeners! When Ashlee went to AllMed for her 3rd round of Walking Pneumonia they saw something on her lung. We were referred to get a CAT Scan here in Montgomery and then we were eventually referred to Children’s in Birmingham. It happened very quickly as she was diagnosed with an AVM on her lung. Basically it is a vein mass about an inch in diameter and if there was no blood flow, it would go away. We had to get a 2nd CAT Scan at Children’s with the dye so the doctor could get a better perspective. In the meantime, Ashlee had school, cheer tryouts (she made the squad at Prattville Christian Academy) and Kim and Beccah still had school and activities. All this going on as JT & I still had to work and make appearances. JT’s dad came for a visit as well from St. Louis that week. You want it all to stop so you can focus on your baby and all that comes with it, but life does keep moving! The day of surgery, JT handled everything, from Kim and Ashlee, his dad, 7 furbabies, a radio station to run and keeping in touch with Ashlee and me in Birmingham. Surgery was a little more complex than I expected. They had to go in through her groin with a catheter through her heart. That part scared me. All the staff and doctors were amazing, we felt like the only ones there. We had the surgery in the new part of Children’s and then spent the night in the older part of the hospital. She is doing amazing and enjoying Spring Break. Throughout the whole process my faith helped tremendously. I was so comforted by the phone calls, Facebook messages, text messages and emails from friends and listeners. I also realized, first hand, that we are very lucky to have Children’s Hospital in Birmingham. It is where miracles happen every minute. I am thankful that Ashlee’s surgery went so well and being at Children’s also helped me keep everything in perspective. Thanks again to our listeners who helped us raise over $60,000 this year for the kids at Children's. This hospital is always here for all of our area families and never turns anyone away, regardless of their ability to pay! It was a very successful 2015 Radiothon on Mix 103.3 thanks to you!

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Workforce

Four Key Lessons being an Entrepreneur has Taught Me

By Tasha M. Scott,

Personal Development/Business Growth Coach As a child in middle school with a paper route, I dreamed of owning a business. That dream became a reality over 11 years ago. I started a court reporting business, Scott Realtime Reporting, LLC. I hit the six figure mark the first year. I felt invincible. But I also learned some valuable lessons along the way.

#1: Fear can be a motivator

I was young, ambitious, and a little naive. I didn’t know anything about marketing. I didn’t have a business plan. I had a new skill, determination, and a mission to get as many clients as I could. Despite fear, I charged forward and let it fuel my motivation.

#2: Develop your target audience

You can’t serve everyone and be effective. You can do your BEST work when you focus on your target audience. Build solid, genuine relationships with people. Like you, others enjoy doing business with those they know, like and trust.

#3: Learn from your mistakes

In my haste to start a business, I missed some foundational steps. You should: • Write a business plan (I did this later). • Develop your target audience • Discover your niche in the industry • Take time to breathe! (Relax and set your priorities).

#4: Enjoy the journey

Don’t try to make everything happen in your first year of business. Success isn’t a 100-yard dash. It’s a marathon. And you can enjoy it. After 11 years in business, I’m surrounded by a dynamic team at Scott Realtime Reporting, LLC. That frees me to embrace my passion: helping women business owners with small, service-based businesses. I challenge them to make more money, get more clients, and own their freedom. They can enjoy life and business – not just endure it. Mentors and coaches have helped me along the way. Now I’m paying it forward.

Tasha is a Personal Development/Business Growth Coach in the Montgomery area. Visit her site at www.tashamscott.com to learn more about her as a speaker and coach. 22

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This will be a one day personal/professional development workshop that will inspire you to stay on the course of your dreams and grow personally through community and fellowship. • Understand the vital role of business relationships and productive interaction. • Learn to celebrate differences and grow through others' contributions. • Learn communication skills to advance your business/career. • Understand the vital role of mentors, peers, and apprentices. • Be encouraged to "pay it forward" in your life, career, and business.

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Be sure to register online at www.tashamschoo.com/workshops Registration Dates: March 2nd - April 8th Registration Fee: $67.00 Host Venue: Park Place Center 8650 Minnie Brown Rd., Suite #170 Montgomery, AL 36117

Good Taste American/Deli American Deli 971 Ann St 334-262-6122 Chappy’s Deli 1611 Perry Hill Rd 334-279-7477 2055 E South Blvd 334-286-9200 8139 Vaughn Rd 334-279-1226 Chick Fil A EastChase 6921 Eastchase Loop Montgomery, AL 36117 334-271-1095 Chick-Fil-A at RSA Regions Tower 201 Monroe St. Montgomery, AL 36104 334-293-4773

Chris’ Hotdogs 138 Dexter Ave 334-265-6850

Lunde’s 201 Montgomery St 334-265-3663

Tenda Chick 5951 Atlanta Hwy 334-260-8547

Mama’s Sack Lunch To Go 21 S Perry St 334-265-5554

Wings Xpress 5780 Woodmere Blvd 334-244-7898

MiMi’s Café 6814 EastChase Pkwy 334-271-0124 Momma Goldberg’s Deli 7960 Vaughn Rd 334-517-1071 Montgomery’s Café at Embassy Suites 300 Tallapoosa St 334-269-5055 Panera Bread 2998 Carter Hill Rd 334-262-0064 7224 EastChase Pkwy 334-274-9170

Courthouse Café 100 S Lawrence St 334-832-1684

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers 7005 EastChase Pkwy 334-396-1078

El Paso Chili Company 539 N Eastern Blvd 334-244-0118

Ruddle’s Pub Grill 3133 Bell Rd 334-277-8710

Five Guys Burgers & Fries 7220 EastChase Pkwy 334-239-7220

Schlotzsky’s Deli 5055 Carmichael Rd 334-409-9993

Flames Grill 142 Montgomery St 334-264-0100 Flips Uptown Grill 3900 Atlanta Hwy 334-244-8833 7900 Vaughn Rd 334-270-5559 Guthrie’s 5376 Atlanta Hwy 334-396-8300 7216 EastChase Pkwy 334-270-3331 Hamburger King 547 S Decatur St 334-262-1798 Honey Baked Ham 2816 E South Blvd 334-284-9100 Jason’s Deli 1520 Eastern Blvd 334-409-9890 26

Scott St. Deli 412 Scott St 334-264-9415 Shoney’s 850 Eastern Blvd 334-396-8533

Steak ’n Shake Prattville 2313 Cobbs Ford Rd. 334-290-0036 Steak Out 3271 Malcolm Dr 334-270-0747 2930 Carter Hill Rd 334-269-1800 Stop & Sip Coffee 981 Adams Ave 334-230-9989 Sundown East 3416 Atlanta Hwy 334-271-0501

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Wishbone Café 61 Bridge St 334-356-4175 7028 Atlanta Hwy 334-244-7270 Zaxby’s 3130 Taylor Rd 334-481-0406 6453 Atlanta Hwy 334-277-8066 2923 Eastern Blvd 334-420-3500 2675 Zelda Rd 334-293-9933

Asian/Indian Ala Thai Classic 963 Ann St 334-240-2549 Ala Thai East 6663 Atlanta Hwy 334-271-3141 Asia Bistro & Seafood 7839 Vaughn Rd 334-213-3628 Bombay Masala 109 Eastern Blvd 334-272-8510

Kabuki Steakhouse 7834 Vaughn Rd 334-273-8885

Saigon Deli 2323 Eastern Blvd 334-279-5921

Thai Gratiem 8868 Minnie Brown Rd 334-215-9960

Buffet City 5461 Atlanta Hwy 334-279-1678

King Buffet 2727 Bell Rd 334-273-8883

Satsuki 6534 Atlanta Hwy 334-239-7450

Top China 9160 EastChase Pkwy 334-270-1668

Choices Restaurant 80 Commerce St 334-262-0888

Korean Garden 2891 Vaughn Plaza Rd 334-277-5685

Shilla 3526 Eastdale Cir 334-354-3026

East China 8153 Vaughn Rd 334-279-1779

Lek’s Railroad Thai at Union Station 300 Water St 334-269-0708

Shogun Japanese 5215 Carmichael Rd 334-271-6999

Green Papaya 409 Coliseum Blvd 334-395-7654 Hibachi Grill & Supreme Buffet 6561 Atlanta Hwy 334-260-7799 181D Eastern Blvd 334-260-6111 India Palace 3007H McGehee Rd 334-281-1200

Lek’s Taste of Thailand 5421 Atlanta Hwy 334-244-8994 Midori 5824 Woodmere Blvd 334-593-1754 Ming’s Garden 1741 Eastern Blvd 334-277-8188 Miyako Japanese 8173 Vaughn Rd 334-215-2275

St. Café 2777 Eastern Blvd 334-396-2232 The Super Buffet 5831 Atlanta Hwy 334-215-0055

Bakery Cupcakes by Tish 1940 Mulberry St. 334-625-0999

Louisa's Bakery 1039 Woodley Rd 334-356-1212 Barbeque

Sushi Café 3004 Zelda Rd 334-819-7060

Country’s Barbecue 2610 Zelda Rd 334-262-6211 5761 Atlanta Hwy 334-270-0126

Sushi Yama 2070 Eastern Blvd 334-612-7800

Dreamland BBQ 101 Tallapoosa St 334-273-7427

Jim ’N Nicks Bar-B-Q 6415 Atlanta Hwy 334-213-0046

Cool Beans at Café d'Art 115 Montgomery St 334-269-3302

Chili’s 7355 EastChase Pkwy 334-270-1973

Nancy’s Italian Ice 7976 Vaughn Rd 334-356-1403

32 Degrees Yogurt Bar 7030 EastChase Pkwy 334-272-4773

La Jolla Restaurant & Bar 6854 EastChase Pkwy 334-356-2600

K&J Rib Shack 4255 S Court St 334-356-1368

Shashy’s Fine Foods 1700 Mulberry St 334-263-7341

City Limits Bar & Grill 3585 McGehee Rd 334-239-9130

True 503 Cloverdale Rd 334-356-3814

The Tipping Point 5015 Hampstead High 334-260-9110

Michael’s Table 2960 Zelda Rd 334-272-2500

Dreamz 511 E Edgemont Ave 334-239-7303

Ruby Tuesday Fine Dining 1310 Eastern Blvd 334-396-0224 Central Restaurant 6970 EastChase Loop 129 Coosa St 334-215-2285 334-517-1155

Sam’s Bar-B-Que 3510 Atlanta Hwy 334-279-0008 Sophia’s BBQ 1055 Adams Ave 334-269-1177 Varsity BBQ 5471 Atlanta Hwy 334-279-5444

Café Café Louisa 1034 E Fairview Ave 334-264-4241 Café M One Museum Dr 334-240-4333

Casual Dining All City Coney Island 701 Madison Ave 334-819-4100 Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar 3001 Carter Hill Rd 334-264-9064 3195 Taylor Rd 334-274-0009 6601 Atlanta Hwy 334-279-1902 California Yogurt Kraze 3010 Zelda Rd 334-356-3716 7730 Vaughn Rd 334-215-9135

Eastside Grille 6667 Atlanta Hwy 334-274-1200 The Exchange at Renaissance Hotel 201 Tallapoosa St 334-481-5165

Filet & Vine 431 Cloverdale Rd 334-262-8463 Island Delights 323 Air Base Blvd 334-264-0041

Sinclair’s 1051 E Fairview Ave 334-834-7462 7847 Vaughn Rd 334-271-7654 Smoothie King 7026 EastChase Pkwy 334-356-5621 Smoothies & Things 109 S Court St 334-241-0770 Sommer’s Place 7972 Vaughn Rd 334-279-5401

Greek Mr. G’s 6268 Atlanta Hwy 334-356-4662

Chophouse Vintage Year 405 Cloverdale Rd 334-264-8463 City Grill & Next Door 8147 Vaughn Rd 334-244-0960

Zoe’s Kitchen 7218 EastChase Pkwy 334-270-9115 Zoe’s Kitchen 2960C Zelda Rd 334-395-4698

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Garrett’s 7780 Atlanta Hwy 334-396-9950 The House Restaurant at Renaissance Montgomery Hotel 201 Tallapoosa St 334-481-5166

Carrabba’s Italian 1510 Eastern Blvd 334-271-7500 Cheezie’s Pizza 8125K Decker Ln 334-244-9496 2762 Bell Rd Bldg B

Open Sunday - Thursday 7 a.m. - 11 p.m. Friday & Saturday 7 a.m. - 12 a.m.

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Recipe of the Month: Pasta E Fagioli from SaZa Here's a quick & simple recipe for you that would make a great weeknight dinner for this time of the year. 1/4 pound bacon, (feel free to substitute with pancetta, ham or proscutto ) 1 medium onion chopped, about 1 cup 1 carrot peeled & chopped, about 1/2 cup 1 stalk celery chopped, about 1/2 cup 4-5 cloves of garlic 1/2 cup sherry (optioinal) 2 quarts chicken stock

1 small can diced tomatoes 2 cans of cannellini beans, drained & rinsed 1/2 pound spaghetti, broken in to 1 inch pieces 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive oil Salt & pepper Parmesan cheese Crusty bread

Heat a large pot, 6-8 quarts, over medium high 1-2 minutes or until hot. Add the oil & bacon & saute for 2-3 minutes or until some of the fat begins to render out of the bacon. Add the onion, carrot, celery & garlic. Season with 1 tablespoon salt & 1-2 teaspoon pepper or to taste. Cook 3-4 min until the vegetables begin to soften. Deglaze with sherry if using & reduce until almost gone. Add the chicken stock, tomatoes & beans. Bring to a boil & reduce the heat to simmer. Cook uncovered for 5-6 minutes stirring occasionally. Add the pasta & stir to keep it from sticking together. Cook for 3-4 minutes & check the pasta for doneness. You want the pasta to be a little under cooked since it will continue to cook as the soup cools. Serve with lots of crusty bread & parmesan. If you want to crank up the flavor, feel free to add a 2-3 inch sprig of rosemary, 1/2 teaspoon thyme & a bay leaf to the vegetables just before you add the sherry or chicken stock. 28

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April Show Times: Ronnie Baker Brooks - April 9th 7p.m. Johnny Rawls - April 12th 5p.m. Eddy Shaw - April 19th 5p.m. Zach Harmon - April 23rd 7p.m. Damon Fowler - April 26th 5p.m.

See you there!! 334-365-5423 1113H Perry Hill Rd 334-239-9263 CiCi’s Pizza 981 Ann St 334-386-3086 Corsino’s Italian 911 S Court St 334-263-9752 Hungry Howie’s Pizza & Subs 1712 Carter Hill Rd 334-262-8988 Marco’s Pizza 3171 Taylor Rd 334-356-6000

Pizza Perfect 428 Coliseum Blvd 334-244-7721

Ixtapa Bar & Grill 7157 EastChase Pkwy 334-277-7600

Sa Za’s Serious Italian 130 Commerce St 334-495-7292

Ixtapa Mexican Restaurant 6132 Atlanta Hwy 334-272-5232

Stevi B’s Pizza 5411 Atlanta Hwy 334-279-3112

Jalepenos Restaurant 8157 Vaughn Rd 334-277-2840

Tomatinos 1036 E Fairview Ave 334-264-4241 Mexican

Mellow Mushroom 7915 Vaughn Rd 334-213-6443

Cuco’s 11123 Chantilly Pkwy Suite A 334-271-3528

Midtown Pizza Kitchen 2940 Zelda Rd 334-399-0080

Cuco’s Express 31 S Court St 334-832-0081

Olive Garden 2700 Eastern Blvd 334-260-9220

El Rey Burrito Lounge 1031 E Fairview Ave 334-832-9688

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La Zona Rosa 2838 Zelda Rd 334-274-1153 Las Salsas Mexican 7921 Vaughn Rd 334-260-9096 Los Cabos Cantina 1801 Eastern Blvd 334-277-7571 Los Ranchos 127 Eastern Blvd 334-270-1509

Los Vaqueros 2195 Eastern Blvd 334-277-8339 Moe’s Southwest Grill 2900 Zelda Rd 334-273-9198 7028 EastChase Pkwy 334-356-3333

Tipico De Mexico 3441 Malcolm Dr 334-356-0459

Seafood Bonefish Grill 7020 EastChase Pkwy 334-396-1770

No Way Jose 5338 Atlanta Hwy 334-396-2222 Capitol Oyster Bar at The 8844 Minnie Brown Rd Marina 334-819-7363 617 Shady St 334-288-4217 Salsaritas 8015 Vaughn Rd Jubilee Seafood 334-356-5430 1057 Woodley Rd 334-262-6224 San Marcos Mexican 61 N Burbank Dr Red Lobster 334-279-6680 300 Eastdale Cir 334-277-0780 Santa Fe Express 15 Commerce St Ric & Mos 334-262-7676 3150 Watchman Dr 334-517-1140 Taqueria El Cantaro 1130 Ann St 334-356-7361

Wintzell’s Oyster House 105 Commerce St 334-262-4257

Eastbrook Café 520 Coliseum Blvd 334-272-2438

Young Barn Pub 5331 Young Barn Rd 334-819-7423

Farmers Market Café 315 N McDonough St 334-262-1970

Southern Style A Social Event/Bandanas 301 Jefferson St 334-265-911 Blue Moon Café 7725 Averritt Dr 334-356-0543 Cornerstone 5336 Atlanta Hwy 334-386-0449 Cracker Barrel 9191 Boyd Cooper Pkwy 334-244-1085 Davis Café 518 N Decatur St 334-264-6015

Farmhouse Kitchen 5251 Hampstead High St 334-284-8989 Fried Tomato Buffet 6050 Atlanta Hwy 334-244-6162 Gail’s Down the St. Café 2739 Zelda Rd 334-279-1009 Golden Corral 1480 Eastern Blvd 334-532-0020 Isaiah’s Restaurant 135 Mildred St 334-265-9000 Martin’s Restaurant 1796 Carter Hill Rd 334-265-1767

Odessa’s Blessings 726 Forest Ave 334-265-7726

Key Largo Bar & Grill 1343 Dalraida Rd 334-272-1402

Peyton’s Place 5344 Atlanta Hwy 334-396-3630

Rock Bottom American Pub 2430 Eastern Blvd 334-239-7625

Piccadilly Cafeteria 2610 Eastern Blvd 334-271-6189

Wingers Sports Grill 2773 Bell Rd 334-277-3379

Red’s Little School House 20 Gardner Rd 334-584-7955 Wagon Wheel Café 1961 Maxwell Blvd 334-265-9979

Pub & Restaurant

Steakhouse Charles Anthony’s Restaurant at the Pub 10044 Chantilly Pkwy 334-281-3911 Longhorn Steakhouse 4095 Eastern Blvd 334-613-7555

Baumhower’s Restaurant 2465 Eastern Blvd 334-271-1831

Outback Steakhouse 1040 Eastern Blvd 334-270-9495

Irish Bred Pub & Restaurant 78 Dexter Ave. 334-834-7559

Texas Roadhouse 7525 EastChase Pkwy 334-396-7774

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Faith

S t a y i n g i n t h e B l e ss e d Place

by Rev. Dr. Wendy R. Coleman

When I was a little girl, I remember my sisters and me sitting in our front room talking about where we were going to live when we grew up. We were discussing it with such enthusiasm that you would have thought we had crystal balls or had been allowed to peek into the future and see it for ourselves. One of my sisters said New York or California would be her home. Another said Texas for one reason or another. I, unlike my siblings, played it safe. My proclamation was that I’d always live in Mississippi. As a matter of fact, my house would be right across the field from our parents so I could see them anytime I wanted to. Yes, I would be the one who stayed close to home . . . Well, needless to say, all of us were wrong! The sister who was going to live in Texas now resides in North Mississippi near Tupelo. The one who would make the Big Apple or Hollywood’s state her home now lives in Atlanta, Georgia. And what about me? I had to be more wrong than either of them. Not only did I not stay at home after graduating from high school, I’ve lived in 3 different states and have only just moved close enough to my parents to see them quite often. But it’s still not right across the field! My sisters and I were like most of us. We usually envision our lives manifesting a certain way, going in a certain direction and having particular results. We create marvelous visions involving what we’ll accomplish, who we’ll marry (or not), the beautiful home we’ll live in, the fabulous cars we’ll drive . . . we dream of the best, most blessed outcomes simply because the human spirit is wired that way. But sometimes when life doesn’t follow the path we dreamed it would, we have to regroup. When the marriage doesn’t last… When the job comes abruptly to an end... When death slips in like a thief and carries a loved one away unexpectedly… When the house we worked so hard to make a home is swept away in seconds under nature’s wrath called a tornado. For most if not all of us, there comes a moment when we find ourselves standing with tear-filled eyes wondering, “What happened to my dream?” Those are the moments, my dear friends, when the Holy Spirit, God’s presence in the earth, leaps into action! With swift and unwavering precision, the Spirit of God begins to work showing us that despite how hard it is to remember the sweetness of the dreams we created for our lives, despite how much pain the current moment might hold for us, despite the difficulty we might have in just returning a genuine smile, the Holy Spirit comes to whisper in our spiritual ear, “You are still in the blessed place . . .”

Even though it’s not where you thought you would be, “You are still in the blessed place.” Even though others have walked away from you, “You are still in the blessed place.” Even though you can’t see what The Father is doing, “You are still in the blessed place.” If God’s Spirit is with you, wherever you are is . . . the blessed place. 32

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Rev. Dr. Wendy R. Coleman serves as Pastor of First Congregational Christian Church, UCC, and as Chair for the Department of Theatre Arts at Alabama State University.

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How One of our Nation’s Greatest Architects very likely influenced the Architect of our 1847 State Capitol From Charles Bulfinch to Stephen Decatur Button ~ by Thomas Kaufmann

Watercolor Architectural Illustration by Architect Stephen Decatur Button of the 1847 Alabama State Capitol (Image credit: Alabama Department of Archives and History)

Alabama has one of the most novel and unique state capitol buildings in the nation; it is agreed that it is not as grand as other state capitols, but it is certainly unique as a capitol which arose like the mythical Phoenix from it’s own ashes of the tragic fire which claimed almost all of the original Stephen Decatur Button-designed edifice of 1847. And what a grand building indeed the first one was; how magnificent, beautiful, and opulent was this building until flame became the enemy and destroyer of what would have been, very likely, one of Button’s greatest signature works, had it remained with us to our present day. But great credit must also be given to the others who rebuilt the Capitol on such a lean budget and a narrow window of time. Of interesting note, the Button-designed capitol had a dome that seemed to have been inspired by the work of the reknowned Charles Bulfinch, architect of the Massachusetts State House in Boston, and also architect of the post-War of 1812 United States Capitol ‘Midsection and Dome’; indeed, the first Alabama State Capitol seems to have drawn inspiration from both of the Bulfinch designs. 34

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Architect, Charles Bulfinch

Upon closer examination, one can also observe the compositionarrangement of Bulfinch’s design for how the central gabled pediment engages the domes in his solutions for the Massachusetts State House and the United States Capitol Midsection and Dome, and then can take note of how similar Stephen Decatur Button’s treatment is similar in his design for the 1847 Alabama State Capitol. In crowning the 1847 Alabama Capitol Dome, Button opted to utilize the ancient Choragic Monument of Lysicrates, a popular motif of that period, and for the better part of the late 19th and early 20th century, as the lantern-light well element to allow daylight into the rotunda space within. In terms of ‘archtype’, the 1847 Alabama State Capitol seems to be a direct progeny of the post-War of 1812 United States Capitol, including the earlier flanking wings by Benjamin Henry Latrobe.

It is here that an important question immediately arises; can we be certain that Button was indeed influenced by Bulfinch in his design for our first capitol building here in the then-new-Capital City of Montgomery? The simple answer at this writing is, no - we cannot be absolutely certain. It would be a welcome indeed to find some documentation which would support unequivocally for all time that Button was inspired by Bulfinch this would be extremely difficult to prove, as more research and fact-corroboration is needed. At the same time, if we simply compare notes on the very buildings we’ve been discussing, it is very hard - practically impossible - to dismiss the idea that Button was influenced by Bulfinch, as the evidence appears to be so very clear and overwhelming. Nonetheless, there is absolutely nothing wrong in commenting on how similar the 1847 Alabama State Capitol follows Bulfinch’s designs on the Statehouse at Boston, and the Midsection and Dome of the United States Capitol. I, for one, do feel very strongly that there was an admiration of Charles Bulfinch on the part of Stephen Decatur Button, and I believe that because of this, we are culturally the very richer for it.

Charles Bulfinch's 1798 Massachuessetts State House, Boston, and the United States Capitol Midsection and Dome, begun circa 1818 Thomas Kaufmann teaches design studio, architectural history, and historic preservation at the Robert R. Taylor School of Architecture and Construction Science at Tuskegee University, and was formerly the Designer of the Alabama Main Street Program at the Alabama Historical Commission. He is happily married to the former Ann Marie Majerick and they have one son, Tommy. Tom may be contacted at artisthistorian@gmail.com The Pride of Montgomery

Education Station Public Schools Montgomery Public Schools 334-223-6700

Lighthouse Christian Academy 334-271-4200

Private Schools Alabama Christian Academy 334-277-1985

Montessori Academy 334-262-8685

Calvary Christian 334-281-9633 Churchill Academy 334-270-4225 Eastwood Christian School 334-273-1164 Evangel Christian Academy 334-272-3882 Frazer Memorial 334-279-0271 Green Gate 334-281-3300

Holy Cross Episcopal School 334-395-8222

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The Montgomery Academy 334-272-8210 Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School 334-272-7220 SafetyNet Academy 334-277-1334 Saint James School 334-277-8033 St. Bede 334-277-8551 St. Jude Educational Institute 334-264-5376 Seventh Day Adventist 334-272-6437

Success Unlimited Academy 334-819-8005

Huntingdon College 334-833-4497

Trinity Presbyterian School 334-213-2100

Jones School of Law 334-386-7495

Special Needs Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind 334-262-0824

Prince Institute of Professional Studies 334-271-1670

Sylvan Learning Center 334-262-0043 Universities Alabama State University 334-229-4100 Amridge University 334-387-3878 Auburn Montgomery 334-244-3000 Faulkner University 334-272-5820 Fortis College 334-272-3857

South University 334-395-8800 Trenholm State Technical College 334-420-4200 Troy University 334-241-9506

Virginia College 334-277-3390

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Common Pet Myths by Dr. Zeb A. King

Regardless of whether you own a pet that barks or purrs, you still have probably heard a myth or two about them. Below are some truths, facts and falsehoods about some common myths about dogs and cats.

Cats MYTH: Cats are independent and do not need much attention. FACT: Although grown cats tend to sleep long hours each day, they still need daily exercise and mental stimulation to stay healthy. Pet stores have an array of options to fill this need. However, a wadded sheet of paper rolling across the floor can provide ample stimulation and exercise without the added expense. Other attention cats need daily is grooming. Cats are “self bathers” but it is impossible for them to remove all excess hair. For this reason, daily brushing is helpful. Removing excessive hair can also help with hair ball problems. MYTH: Cats rarely get sick. FACT: Cats do get sick; they just have a keen instinctual ability to “mask” pain. The genetic instinct to “protect” themselves from becoming a “predator” is much stronger in cats than dogs and many times it takes a well-trained eye from someone who daily deals with common feline illness to notice the change. MYTH: Cats have clean mouths. FACT: Cats can harbor over 300 species of bacteria in their mouths and can be a source of severe infection if humans and other animals are bitten. This is why cat bites are painful and should be treated to avoid infection. This bacteria also gives cats their on set of oral health problems which have a direct link to diabetes and kidney disease. To avoid problems caused by bacteria, have your cats teeth cleaned. MYTH: Cats purr because they are happy. FACT: It is true that most cats purr in the presence of their owners or when being petted. It is this association that founded this myth. However, cats also purr when they are sick, stressed, injured, frightened, or in pain. In fact, some even purr while giving birth and before death. Many veterinarians believe purring is an expression of a strong emotion and it can either be positive or negative.

Dogs MYTH: Happy dogs always wag their tails. FACT: Dogs do wag their tails when they are happy, but they also wag their tails when they are upset or challenged. There are several physical body motions and cues that help dogs communicate their intent. A wagging tail can mean either agitation or excitement. A dog that wags his tail slowly and moves his entire rear end or crouches down in the classic “play bow” position is usually demonstrating a friendly wag. Tails that are wagged when held higher, tails that “twitch,” or a wagging tail held over the back may be associated with aggression. MYTH: Dogs like tasty food like table scraps. FACT: Dogs have very poor taste buds and eat primarily based on their sense of smell. This being said, what dogs are primarily enjoying from the table scrap provision is the smell. Unfortunately, “fatty” scraps can cause digestive problems such as pancreatitis, while chunks of bone can obstruct the intestines. Bones are brittle and when they are chewed break into sharp fragments. The fragments can pierce the intestines causing a life-threatening emergency. MYTH: Dogs eat grass when they are sick. FACT: Many scientists believe grass was once part of dog’s normal diet and eating small amounts of grass is normal and can provide roughage to the diet. Occasionally, dogs do eat things that upset their stomachs. In this case, eating grass rapidly will induce vomiting. However, there is no sound evidence that suggest dogs eat grass primarily because they are sick. 44

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Insurance 101

Watch for These Credit Score Myths by Henry Hernandez, State Farm™ Insurance Agent Your credit score is complex, but your understanding doesn’t have to be. Take note of these six common credit score myths so that you can work to improve your rating, not hurt it. Myth #1: It’s impossible to improve credit score. The truth: You can rebuild credit over time with patience and good debt management. As you consistently make prompt payments, lenders will notice the negative marks on your credit history less. Learn more from State Farm® about improving your credit score. Myth #2: Checking your credit can hurt your credit score. The truth: Pulling your own credit report, also known as a "soft inquiry,” doesn’t affect your credit score. In fact, regularly checking your credit report is a responsible financial practice. You are entitled by law to one free report from each of the three reporting bureaus every 12 months. Keep in mind: If a lender pulls your score to approve a new line of credit, it is a “hard inquiry” and can lower your credit score. You typically have to authorize this process. Myth #3: Closing old accounts can boost your credit score. The truth: Closing an account lowers your available credit — which can raise your debt-to-credit ratio and therefore lower your score, especially if you carry balances on other cards. Myth #4: Closing old accounts can shorten your credit history. The truth: Accounts with no negative marks that are paid in full will remain on your report for 10 years after being closed. Myth #5: Co-signing for a loan or credit card won’t affect your credit score. The truth: You are just as responsible if the borrower misses a payment or exceeds his or her limit — and your credit score will be penalized. Myth #6: Paying cash is the best thing you can do for your credit score. The truth: A good credit score means a solid credit history — which can’t be built or maintained by paying for everything with cash. Henry Hernandez State Farm Agency Find us on Facebook and let us know what other topics you are interested in! 46

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Shopping Spree

No Longer Your Typical Diamond ... by Geri Cronier Graduate Gemologist, Jewelry Designer, and VP Croniers Fine Jewelry

The tradition of engagement rings have always included styles built around brightly colored gems. In the jewelry business, jewelry store owners and vendors meet at gemstone and jewelry "shows" around the world. These shows are similar to "fashion week" and runway shows that are done by the clothing industry to show off new designs and ideas. In Tucson, there is the most popular gemstone show and it was buzzing this year about sapphires and color in wedding rings. For years we have seen movie stars wearing fancy color diamonds and color in engagement rings. This is just a hint of a major shift in engagement ring design. Our clients in their 20's and 30's are throwing out the solitaire and many other expected images for engagement rings. They are often opting for stack bands with diamonds and sapphires like Audrey Hepburn's stack bands. Some recent actresses like Halley Berry, Jessica Simpson, and Elizabeth Hurley all went for impressive 3 stone rings with big emeralds, sapphires, or rubies as their center stones with diamond side stones. The stones that are hot are emeralds, rubies, yellow diamonds, and both tourmalines and sapphires in blue, pink, yellow, and green. In the south - we Love a sapphire with anything. It's like a monogram, we believe everything looks better with one added to it. If you want to design an engagement ring with color - remember hardness first. There is a scale called the MOHS scale and it tells you how hard a stone is and that should be weighed against the kind of abrasive wear the ring will receive. If you are rough on your jewels and wear them daily- a diamond, ruby, or sapphire of any color -are the hardest and best options. Cronier's Jewelry has a large custom design section with many beautiful mountings and loose diamonds and colored gemstones waiting to be set together. Our design center is set up to help clients to create for their own style and price. There is a one of a kind feeling to the jewelry that is made by Cronier's - each piece is special. 48

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Doug's 2 Salon - Spa has expanded! Doug’s 2 Salon-Spa is expanding! Doug's 2.5 offers salon only services. Come see us!! Doug’s 2.5 will open and this fall. Doug’s 2.5 will offer salon

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Sharing Support with Unique Scarf Party

by Minnie Lamberth

A little over a month into Ronda Walker’s journey with breast cancer, some friends had planned a “scarf party” to give her encouragement as she faced the loss of her hair from chemotherapy treatments. The plan was simple. The party was to be at a friend’s house on January 23 and everyone was to bring a scarf that could serve as a head covering. That would have surely been a nice thing to do for the 42-year-old wife and mother and member of the Montgomery County Commission. Yet, in the meantime, Donnie Sasser, owner of Two Blessings Gift Boutique, stepped in with an unusual idea that extended the party to include friends (and strangers) all the way from Montgomery to Washington, D.C. to Honolulu, Hawaii and many points in between. Donnie and Ronda had grown up together. “I don’t remember a time not knowing Ronda,” Donnie said. When he heard of her cancer diagnosis, which came on Dec. 17, 2014, he wanted to do something to show support. “It was one of those situations where you want to help but don’t know what to do,” Donnie said. A creative mind like his, however, would not be deterred. “I knew she was having a scarf party,” Donnie explained. “I knew there was no way her friends from all over could be there.” Indeed, Ronda’s friendships covered a wide geographical area beginning with her days at Lee High School and Troy University, then on to her time as a congressional staffer in Washington, D.C., and later from when she was earning a master’s degree from the University of Hawaii. To include more friends than those who could stop by in person, Donnie came up with a different plan. “We had a virtual scarf party,” he said.

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A week before the scarf party, the plan was shared publicly via Facebook but, through blocking features, was kept entirely secret from Ronda until the big day. The Two Blessings announcement began, “TOP SECRET! Many of you know Ronda McCaul Walker – we have been friends for 30 + years, and she is bravely and publicly fighting breast cancer. There are surely tough times ahead, and I have a way you can show your support.” Donnie had worked with vendors to select a lovely pink scarf that was large enough to wear on the head and he had named it the “Ronda Scarf.” Two Blessings was selling the scarf at cost to customers and shipping upon request to anyone out of town. Donnie asked participants to take a photo of themselves wearing the scarf and post it on Facebook on January 23. Many people eagerly responded. “On January 23, we sold over 100 scarves in a day,” Donnie said. The evening of January 22, Donnie casually made sure the honoree had her scarf too. Ronda said, “That night I had a voice mail from Donnie that he had left something at my front door.” She opened the package and found a beautiful pink scarf. “I woke up the next morning and saw on Facebook one picture after another of women in this same scarf,” she said. “They were calling it the ‘Ronda Scarf'." Friends who had purchased the scarf had posted their photos, tagging Ronda. Those who bought the scarves but didn’t know Ronda personally tagged Two Blessings or emailed the photos to Donnie, and he tagged Ronda. “As with all things being done for me now, it really is overwhelming,” Ronda said. “It was so unusual … and fun.” The Ronda Scarf was a sellout – and the company that supplied the scarves sold out too. “That’s why we did the Ronda II,” Donnie said. “We’re well over 200 scarfs now.” In another unusual twist for a business, because the scarves were sold at cost, Two Blessings didn’t profit from the sales. “It was just an opportunity to show support,” Donnie said. “I thought it was incredibly generous of Donnie to take up so much time to do that for me,” Ronda said. But she noted that this issue is much larger than her own battle. “Although it’s called the Ronda scarf, it is really not just about me,” Ronda said. “There are so many affected by cancer, so many women affected by breast cancer. It was something that I think people enjoyed doing in honor of someone they know.” She added, “Every time I look at the scarf, it represents all the people praying for me. When others look at their scarves, I hope it represents praying for someone they know who is sick.”

To learn more about Ronda and her journey please visit merrychristmascancer.blogspot.com

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Meet Gerald Adams... Gerald Adams was born and raised right here in Montgomery, Alabama and served in the Navy with the U.S. Marine Corps. Having graduated from Trenholm State Technical College at the top of his class, he began his career in Cosmetology at a high volume salon. Taking classes locally, in Birmingham and Atlanta. He then focused his training on multiple cutting techniques. Gerald joined the Phoenix Salon & Spa staff in March of 2014. Since then he has become an integral part of the team. He believes that continuing eduction sharpens his skills, and is one of the most important ways to remain on the cutting edge of fashion and style. Gerald is certified in the Global Keratin Smoothing System and is a certified CND Shellac Professional.

Online booking is available at www.styleseat.com/geraldadams or call the salon at (334)272-4247 to set an appointment.

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Kid's Corner

Family Owned & Operated!!

Zumba classes!!

Indoor Fun Center Party Rooms Gaming Cage Room Open Play

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Join us for our new series beginning on Easter

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Die

you wont be disappointed! Celebration Starts @ 9:45 one church, two locations Montgomery

2430 Eastern Blvd., 36117 At Rock Bottom American Pub or

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Prattville

972 McQueen Smith Rd., 36066 At YMCA

Call (334) 365-8672

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Datebook Riverfront Second Saturdays April 11, 2015

Tasha Scott Relationship Workshop April 11th, 2015; 9am-1pm Local Entrepreneur Tasha M. Scott presents “Relationships – The Fuel That Fires Up Your Success,” a workshop that will challenge women in business to commit to the process of

Car Show begins at 12 Noon, Food and Craft vendors, live music continues by Fly By Radio from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m.. The day ends with fireworks at 9 p.m..

JT & LeAnne - River Region TV/WSFA April 4th @ 7:30 a.m. • April 18th @ 12:p.m.

developing business relationships that enrich your lives and enhance your careers. Building a solid community of support through productive interaction with others will encourage you to achieve goals and have a positive mindset. Special Guest, Renee Williams, Assistant Casting Director for the movie, “Selma”, will share her personal

Don't miss joining JT & LeAnne for the latest

story.

and most updated events and informaion about

Being held at Park Place Center, Montgomery, AL.

Montgomery!

More registration info at: www.tashamscott.com/workshops

Capital City Master Gardener Annual Plant Sale Saturday, April 25, 2015, 7:30 - noon Alabama Shakespeare Theater (ASF) Performance of King Lear Playing April 10th - May 10th

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Held at Frazer United Methodist Church, Corner of 6700 Atlanta Highway/Burbank Their annual spring plant sale with terrific plants at bargain prices. Plants for sale include: heirloom plants, vegetables, herbs, annuals, perennials, ground covers, trees, shrubs and house plants. Garden items and potted container gardens also available for purchase. Children's gardening activities 9:00 - 11:00 Free Gardening Demonstrations at 9:00 a.m. Growing Tomatoes 11:00 a.m. Succulent Gardening

Rotary Ball April 2, 2015

Thursday, April 2, 2015 is the date of Montgomery Rotary First “Funnyraiser” Charity Event featuring comedian Henry Cho. The Charity Event will be held at The Davis Theatre with a VIP Reception held before the entertainment begins. All the proceeds to be used to help two wonderful organizations in our

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community.

Autism Crawfish Boil April 4, 2015 Thursday, April 2, 2015 is the date of Montgomery Rotary First “Funnyraiser” Charity Event featuring comedian Henry Cho. The Charity Event will be held at The Davis Theatre with a VIP Reception held before the entertainment begins. All the proceeds to be used to help two wonderful organizations in our community.

Capitol Sounds Concert Band Presents Spring Showcase Free Concert Held in Wesley Hall at Frazer United Methodist Chursh April 9th, 7 p.m. Featuring Young Artist Competition Winner, Salvador Hernandez. The “Spring Showcase” will treat the audience to a number of selections demonstrating the range and versatility of the concert band. Attendees will be treated to From Tropic to Tropic, Die Fledermaus, Deep River, and music from Oklahoma! among other pieces.

April Show Times: Ronnie Baker Brooks April 9th 7p.m.

Johnny Rawls

April 12th 5p.m.

Eddy Shaw

April 19th 5p.m.

Zach Harmon

April 23rd 7p.m.

Damon Fowler

SEE April YOU26th THERE 5p.m.

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