MOMents Magazine by Statesboro Herald

August 2017 ANNIVERSARY ISSUE

ALSO INSIDE Backyard Superheroes Recipe: Pineapple Lemonade Sweet Tea Bulloch County Births

Life Marches On Moments Catches Up with Previous Cover Moms

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This month, we're all celebrating the seventh birthday of Moments magazine, and I'm personally celebrating the third anniversary of my work as editor of the publication. I took the reins exactly three years ago, and I remember wondering whether I — a woman whose only child is a 4-year-old rescue pup named Tallulah — could manage a magazine for moms, a topic on which I'm not exactly a veteran. This year I'm feeling a little differently, however, as I have big news to share: I'm pregnant! Matthew and I are expecting our sweet baby girl to arrive in mid-September. Over the past seven months, I've come to appreciate how God has designed a woman's pregnancy to last 40 weeks. I spent the first few of mine overcoming the initial shock, and a few after that wondering how in the world we were going to afford/nurture/raise a child. There were weeks when it seemed more like an alien than a little human was growing inside of me, and there were those when I felt gripped by fear Photo courtesy of Katrina when I gave thought to the major life changes to come. Barrow Photography; floral halo by Colonial House of Flowers But then I felt her move. I saw her little face, hands, feet during my ultrasounds, and I heard her heart beat. I've seen the awe in my husband's face as he's watched my belly grow, and I've heard the sheer joy in my parents' voices when they tell people they're going to be grandparents. Finally, after all these weeks, anticipation has taken the place of anxiety. Excitement has replaced the worry, faith has overcome the fear, and I'm all at once able to fully embrace this most precious blessing — all thanks to God's perfect timing. In the 36 months since I became editor of Moments — and of course in the 48 months before that — we've featured some incredible women. I've been honored to hear their stories and have valued the opportunity to glean some priceless motherhood wisdom that I hope will stay with me as I embark on this new journey into parenthood. In this issue's feature story, Julie Lavender catches up with five beautiful moms who have graced the cover since the very first issue back in August 2010: Maria Sowell (September 2010), Casey Hurst (September 2011), Rori Redding (November 2011), Melanie Lewis (April 2012) and Rikki McBride (October 2013). Flip to page 14 to read what's happened in their lives since they first appeared in the magazine. Here's to an incredible eighth year of Moments! ADVERTISING DIRECTOR Jan Melton • jmelton@statesboroherald.com

Bulloch County Schools......... 5 Pineapple Lemonade Tea........ 6 Ty's Counselor Corner............ 7 The Art of Lawncare............... 8 Averitt Center......................... 9 Quality Child Care................ 10 Bulloch County Births........... 11 Calendar..........................12–13 Feature............................14–16 Parks and Recreation......18–19 Farmers Market Recipe........ 20 Coupons.............................. 21 Kids Activity Page................ 22 Games................................. 23

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Special thanks to cover moms Melanie Lewis, Rori Redding, Casey Hurst and Rikki McBride.

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Ashley Whittemore www.averittcenterforthearts.org Ty Johnson refocus123@gmail.com Michelle Smith Lank www.kidsworld1statesboro.com Julie Lavender lavenders@bulloch.net Azure Rountree • Like "From the Kitchen of Azure Rountree" on Facebook

Thank you, ladies! © Statesboro Publishing. All rights reserved. No part of this issue may be reproduced without permission of the publisher. Neither participating advertisers nor the publisher will be responsible or liable for misinformation, misprints or typographical errors. The publisher reserves the right to edit any submitted material. Statesboro Publishing is not responsible for unsolicited manuscripts, artwork or other material.

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Free Breakfast for All Students Bulloch County Schools offers free breakfast for all students through a grant from the United States Department of Agriculture. No child should start the school day hungry, and tight budgets, busy morning routines, bus schedules and children who just don't have an appetite when they first wake up are all reasons that some students come to school on an empty stomach. By planning and preparing traditional and some grab-and-go breakfast options to eat in the classroom, the school system is helping to ensure more children receive their recommended daily values of protein, calcium, iron and vitamins. National studies show that eating a healthy breakfast helps children pay attention in class, improve memory, perform problemsolving tasks, reduce tardiness and absences and improve behavior. Local Farmers, Ag Students Help Supply Dairy, Produce and Grains The School Nutrition Program is using more locally grown foods by area farmers and encouraging edible gardens grown by high school students in agricultural education programs. Last year the school system spent more than $59,000 with local and area farmers to buy grains, fresh produce and dairy products, which helps introduce healthier options to students and supports the area's agriculture economy. The program also supports the high school agriculture education pro-

grams, which grow fresh produce and herbs for use by some cafeterias and culinary arts programs. MySchoolBucks Payment for lunch is due at meal time, so Bulloch County Schools offers parents an easy online tool to automatically fund and monitor students' lunch money accounts. It can also alert parents when the balance falls below the amount they set. The service has a mobile application available to download on digital devices. To enroll, go to www.myschoolbucks. com to sign up and set up an account. Your child's information is safe, and your personal and payment information is protected by the most advanced online security. Charging Meals Paying in advance for lunch is required either through the MySchoolBucks service or payments at school. Elementary and middle school students without cash or money on their accounts may be allowed to charge for only five days. At that point, the account must be paid before allowing additional charges. Negative-balance letters are sent home weekly. All account balances are transferred to a child's new school if the child transfers schools within the system. USDA Requires Slight Increase in Lunch Costs Breakfast is free for all students; however, the USDA's National School Lunch Program is requiring our school system to increase lunch prices. Elementary school lunches are now $2, and middle and high school lunches are $2.25. The reduced lunch price is .40 cents for all grades. A full schedule of meal prices by the month is available in the 2017-2018 Bulloch County Schools Student Handbook, which will be given to students at open house or the first day of school.

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ulloch County's School Nutrition Program invites students to participate in school breakfast and lunch services this year. Cafeteria staff plan and prepare nutritious meals each day that meet current dietary guidelines. The following are some updates on what to expect for the new school year.

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Place tea bags in a microwave-safe bowl and add 3 cups water. Heat in the microwave for 5 minutes. While tea is cooking, add the sugar and County Time mixture to the bottom of a pitcher. With oven mitts, remove the cooked tea from the microwave and carefully pour into the pitcher. Stir until the sugar and powdered lemonade are dissolved, then add the additional 4 cups of water and the pineapple juice. Serve over crushed ice. Note: If using regularsize tea bags, you will need 4 to 5 bags, depending on your preference. Azure Rountree, a wife and mother of four beautiful kids, has a love of cooking and sharing recipes. She

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Tips on Making Your 'Meantime' Count

Ty Johnson Ty's Counselor Corner

for preparation and the building of our character. I encourage you to use your meantime moments not to become bitter but to become better. A dear friend once said, "It's not always about what's in the far future or in the distant past but what's going on in the meantime!" Be sure that while in your meantime, you are preparing and becoming equipped to handle the destination that's ahead. Oftentimes, we are in a rush to get married, to have a child, to change careers, but

we are not soaking up all the knowledge needed to maintain that blessing when we receive it. We are often very busy begging for the rain (blessings), but we forget about the mud that will accompany it. This means that even when something great occurs, it will take work to keep it great. If your heart desires to get married, use your meantime learning ways that you can be a great spouse, inside and out. Utilize your meantime to become your best self. Ask yourself, "Am I spending this time whining or preparing for what's to come?" Don't get stuck where you are; instead, prepare for where you wish to go. Remember, it's what we do in the meantime that will allow us to stand the test of time. Ty Johnson is cofounder of Refocus Counseling and Consulting Services LLC, a program that teaches people how to focus on the positive. Email her at refocus123@gmail.com.

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want to share with you some tips on making your "meantime" count. When we look outdoors, we can sense the changing seasons. Often, it's in the color of the leaves, the warmth of the sun or the breeze in the air. We are able to recognize a change approaching. Life is similar to weather; it's full of transitions, and each of us has experienced the ending and beginning of different phases of life. How do you spend your time preparing for the next phase or season? What are you doing in the meantime? The word "meantime" is defined as the time between one event, process or period and another; an interval. You can spend your meantime complaining, worrying and fearful, which are all natural responses, or you can spend that time preparing, expecting the best and looking forward to a bright future. Meantime moments in life are essential, as they are needed

Superheroes in Your Backyard

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o you ever wish that you could find hardy plants that can stand the stress and still look beautiful, even when you don't have a lot of time to spend on them? I know I do! My favorite question to ask when purchasing plants at the nursery is, "Is it hard to kill?" because I have a knack for watching plants shrivel up or rot away before my very eyes. Sigh. Not a good thing if you marry a landscaper! But I've learned over time â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and after many a plant funeral â&#x20AC;&#x201D; that there are a good number of perennials out there that really do hold up well under the strain of heat, drought, pests, space confinements and lots of rain. Let's get to it! Lantana is the king of summer perennials around here, and the reason it's such a popular shrub is that it's incredibly easy to grow. It is heat and drought tolerant, so just let the rain water it when it comes along, save for the very hottest, driest stretches of summer, when you may need to give it a drink from the hose. Lantana attracts butterflies and resists those nibbling deer as well. Use it in containers, on a steep slope that needs some erosion control or in a hot, sun-drenched spot that could use a splash of color. As a side note, lantana is toxic to dogs if ingested, so take that into consideration when making your selection. This year, I experimented with globe amaranth, or gomphrena, planting the seeds in early spring from some dried flowers I received from a friend. Talk about an easy grow! Amaranth's clover-like flower heads are supported by tall, sturdy stalks that are wonderful for cutting and sharing. The flower "petals" are the seeds and will self-sow after the flowers die once a hard frost comes in the winter. The seeds can be propagated in containers or in the ground, and they have

Erinn Cowart The Art of Lawncare

stood up to the dry, 105-degree heat index in spectacular fashion. When all else fails, I know these little gems will stay strong, attracting butterflies and staying brilliant through the fall. You will seldom see a tougher low-maintenance perennial than daylilies. Winter, spring, summer and fall, they pretty much care for themselves, sprouting beautiful trumpetlike blooms in the spring. Give them a little TLC in the fall and pull out the dead spear-shaped leaves, clipping the spent flower stalks right down to the ground. They will keep coming back and flushing out with ease, and all you have to do is enjoy. Last but not least, you just can't go wrong with wildflowers like Blackeyed Susans or coneflowers. These cultivars have thrived in their native landscapes with only the rain that God sends to keep them watered, and they are excellent choices for home landscapes as well. Wildflowers attract bees, butterflies and hummingbirds, too, providing both color and a show. Say hello to these amazing, doit-all plants that will save the day in the best and worst conditions! You'll thank yourself later. Erinn is part of the professional team at Ninja Lawns who seek to serve the Statesboro community and make a positive difference in the world around them.Contact Ninja Lawns online at www.ninjalawns.com.

Helping Communities Thrive through the Arts

Ashley Whittemore values, nurtures creative potential and expression, strengthens collective cultural identity and fosters a strong, healthy youth culture and community," he said. As the Blue Mile continues its revitalization efforts, memberships serve as additional support for the longevity of the Averitt as a thriving arts center focused on providing quality art opportunities to Statesboro and surrounding communities. "Investing in the arts is an investment in the community," Grady said. "When an individual promotes the arts by investing into one of our programs, they are essentially recognizing the importance and significance of the arts in the development and sustainability of their city — promoting a strong, unified community." Often without realization, cultural art impacts daily life, building pride in a community's heritage and breaking cultural barriers. As an art center that strives to include art programs, performances and exhibits from a variety of cultures throughout the seasons — from the annual African Heritage Series to the 2016 art exhibit "Juan Granados, In Time/En Tiempo" — the Averitt Center utilizes the powerful medium of art as a way to express, share and understand culture. Averitt Center Program Director Tony Phillips said that the exploration of culture through the arts also celebrates the variances within Statesboro, building a strong sense of self, community and belonging. "Our diverse programming gives community members and visitors the chance to become more familiar with

a variety of cultural art experiences," he said. "We appreciate that these types of experiences allow sharing, conversation and a sense of connection." The arts provide a platform to discuss and discover unique cultures, both locally and globally. By developing an understanding of other cultures, Statesboro has the opportunity to be immersed in community culture, forming relationships with others through the arts and empowering others through the inclusivity and sense of place created by the Averitt Center. Regardless of your specific interest in the arts, you are appreciated. Your membership supports the Averitt's core values to bring diversified arts education and programing to its patrons. Each year, members support a variety of professional and community theater performances, six professional art exhibits and nearly 3,000 local students in art education programs and allow for community-oriented gather-

ings and special events supporting the arts and several local businesses. With the start of the new season, the Averitt hopes to continue delivering year-round access to educational, inspirational and engaging community programs and events, as well as to provide performing arts experiences and educational encounters through a variety of outreach and engagement programs for educators, community partners, families, students and adults. To have a vibrant, thriving community, you have to be involved. Your participation in the arts community is what makes the city of Statesboro a lively and happening place to live. Be a part of the Averitt's mission to help the arts thrive in our community by becoming a member today. Memberships are year-round, and benefits start now! For more information about becoming a member, visit averitt centerforthearts.org/membership or call (912) 212-2787.

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community's culture depends on the values and beliefs of its people, defining principles and giving its residents a sense of belonging. Carrying the power to engage, educate and enrich the quality of life, culture gives meaning to the past, present and future of each city. When a community taps into the power of culture, embracing the diversity it brings, it thrives. The Averitt Center for the Arts explores culture through artistic expression — a universal language bridging divides within a community — acting as a vessel to share stories, bring awareness and celebrate diversity. Coinciding with the Averitt's vision of strengthening communities through the arts, annual memberships benefit both the community and the patron. Benefits include discounts on classes, workshops, camps, performance tickets, VIP event invitations and special post-performance receptions with guest artists. Additionally, memberships endorse a sense of community and sustain a cornerstone of downtown Statesboro, providing the public with the opportunity to indulge in multiple disciplines of the arts, including theater, chorale, dance, strings, literary and visual arts. Averitt Center Executive Director Jamie Grady encourages parents to take advantage of the discounts offered for members, citing research that suggests art programs stimulate creativity, positive self-worth and social development and improve skills in coordination, math and reading. "Involvement in the arts promotes

10 Tips to Tame Your Child's Tantrums

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ost parents wish they could disappear or become invisible when their child has a tantrum in public. Onlookers can be very judgmental, thinking that the child is spoiled and unruly or the parents are doing a poor job, but neither of those notions are true. Tantrums are common in children 1–4 years old. They don't happen because the child deliberately |wants to cause a scene or because the parents have been lax in disciplining the child. Rather, the usual cause is the child's frustration in not being able to express what he or she want. A child throwing a tantrum can become quite animated, literally throwing himself on the floor, flailing his arms and legs, pinching, scratching, hitting or biting. He has lost the ability to express what he wants and temporarily loses all control. Dealing with temper tantrums takes persistence, patience and consistency. The following are 10 tips to tame your child's tantrums: Ignore the tantrum. In the middle of a tantrum, emotions have taken over; that's why trying to reason with the child won't work. Usually children reach a level 10 when they are emotionally overloaded. Do not allow yourself to match their level. Once the child calms down, then you can talk. If the tantrum is happening in public or someplace other than your own home, try to isolate the child in a quiet place.

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Give them space. Sometimes a kid just needs a way to get his anger out, so let him. Remember that it is OK for our children to have emotions, we just need to assist them in expressing them appropriately. Make sure there's nothing in the area on which he could hurt himself; otherwise, don't get involved. Once he gets his feelings out, he will be able to calm himself and regain self-control. Create a diversion. Act quickly to help your child forget the meltdown he just had. Whether it's pulling out toys from your purse, offering a snack or quickly changing activities, creating a diversion can help head off a tantrum or calm a child after the fact. Learn what may be a trigger for your child, and know what activities can redirect him. Discipline without spanking. Spanking doesn't teach a child what he did wrong or what behavior is acceptable. After the child has had time to calm down, explain why his behavior was unacceptable, and suggest other ways he can make his needs known. Discipline is guidance. Know what type of guidance works

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for your child. Find out what's really frustrating the child. Kids younger than 2 usually have about a 50-word vocabulary, so it's often hard for them to express what they want. They may be tired, hungry, feeling ill or just trying to get a certain toy. Teaching your child how to sign a few basic words such as "food," "milk," "more," "tired," "Mom," "Dad" and "all done" can help your child express his needs when he can't speak them. Learn to get to the source of the frustration instead of simply reacting. Hug the child. It may seem like the last thing you'd want to do, but a good, firm hug is very reassuring to a child and can really help settle him down quickly. Don't talk; it might turn in to a battle of wills. Just wrap your arms around your child in a sturdy hug. Consider whether the child needs a snack or a nap. Two of the biggest tantrum triggers are being tired or hungry. When a child is in this state, any little thing can send him or her over the edge. If you see this happening around the same time every day, it might be wise to schedule a snack or nap during that time to reduce tantrums. Offer incentives for good behavior. Sometimes kids are more inclined to be on their best behavior if they know a reward is involved. Recognizing that some situations are difficult for kids, like being quiet in church, staying seated at a restaurant or not whining at the grocery store, and offering a "bribe" ahead of time will often result in good behavior. The time for negotiations, however, is before the event, not in the middle of a full-blown tantrum. For example, say, "If you can stay in your seat and behave at the restaurant, Mommy will watch a video with you when we get home." Try not to use food items as a reward for good behavior.

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Speak calmly. This is difficult in the heat of the moment, but it's the best thing you can do during a child's tantrum. If you lose your cool, the situation will only escalate into a power struggle that no one wins. What your child wants at this point is 100 percent of your attention. Talking calmly shows your child that you're not going to let his behavior get to you. Surprisingly, if you speak in a calm manner, it will help you remain calm, when what you'd really like to do is yell right back. Remember, do not match the level of your child. Change locations. Quickly getting your child away from the scene of the tantrum can often snap him out of it. If your child starts melting down over something he wants at the store, take him to a quiet corner of the store or outside until he calms down. If he does it again, remain calm and follow the same strategy.

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Michelle Smith Lank is the owner and director of Kid's World Learning Center, a three-star Quality Rated and National Association for the Education of Young Children accredited child care program in Statesboro.

Bulloch County's Babies

Compiled from information supplied to Moments by East Georgia Regional Medical Center • Remy was born to Tarkia Shernell Prescott and Derell Ramirez Walker of Sylvania Dec. 1. • Jayden was born to Cassandra Shaolin Lawson and Jeffery Ward Calhoun of Statesboro Dec. 2. • Brielle was born to Whitney Deanya Smith of Statesboro Dec. 2. • Lanier was born to Mr. and Mrs. Josh Lanier McDonald of Statesboro Dec. 3. The mother is the former Christi Jenkins. • Tyler was born to Mr. and Mrs. James Michael Copeland of Statesboro Dec. 4. The mother is the former Maura Conley. • A'Liannah was born to Gussie Mondellar Lee and Allen Germaine Harper of Millen Dec. 5. • Kaelyn was born to Mr. and Mrs. Jose Eulogio Hernandez Osorio and Lessly Caricia Martinez Hernandez of Metter Dec. 5. • Liam was born to Mr. and Mrs. Brian Lee and Stacey Rayne Hodges of Brooklet Dec. 5. • Paxton was born to Emily Anne Moroz and Jonathon Tyler Horseman of Statesboro Dec. 5. • Lynnix was born to Berniesha Shariece Cooper and Victor Jermaine Mercer of Statesboro Dec. 5. • Demarious was born to Chasidy Dai'Jonna Singletary of Statesboro Dec. 5. • Tahj was born to Marlysha Dianna McCallum and Clinton Emmanuel Walker of Statesboro Dec. 5. • Emmary'Mae was born to Ias-

mone Shamke Byrd of Claxton Dec. 6. • Gunner was born to Mr. and Mrs. Rene Guerrero of Metter Dec. 6. The mother is the former Meghan Bryant. • Tehran was born to Quoshondra Nicole Hughes and Tehran Olanda Labon of Swainsboro Dec. 6. • Charlotte was born to Brittany Diane Wilkinson and Taylor Andrew Roberts of Statesboro Dec. 6. • Benjamin was born to Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Albert Smith of Statesboro Dec. 6. The mother is the former Amanda Childs. • Paislee was born to Tyronica Aebreona Washington and Jarvez Rashad Kareem Watson of Sylvania Dec. 6. • Desmond was born to Janika Alexis Gray and Desmond Ke'Von White of Sylvania Dec. 6. • Lawson was born to Gabriel Michelle Brantley of Swainsboro Dec. 7. • Kinsley was born to Alexia Marie Hopkins of Savannah Dec. 7. • Robert was born to Mr. and Mrs. Carmine David Palumbo of Swainsboro Dec. 7. The mother is the former Jessica Newberry. • Emilee was born to Vanessa Araceli Varela of Claxton Dec. 7. • Ava was born to Dominique Shaquaile Edmond and Jontavious Benard Carswell of Swainsboro Dec. 8. • Brelan was born to Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Terry Lamb of Swainsboro Dec. 8. The mother is the former Robyn Boatright. • Bailey was born to Mr. and Mrs. Nathaniel Joshua and Tamara Sue

Tatakis of Statesboro Dec. 8. • Keagan was born to Whitney Dennetta Rock and Demarial Tramon Johnson of Statesboro Dec. 9. • Eleanor was born to Mr. and Mrs. Robert Alan and Mary Elizabeth Yarbrough of Statesboro Dec. 9. • London was born to Tenita Lashay Woods and Ryshon Rymell Buford of Swainsboro Dec. 12. • Smith was born to Mr. and Mrs. Clay Edward Conner of Brooklet Dec. 12. The mother is the former Megan Smith. • Trinity was born to Vanessa Hochai Gordon of Millen Dec. 12. • Kylie was born to Lacy Nicole Harrelson and Kevin Chet Howard of Reidsville Dec. 12. • Jaceon was born to Kamelia Renee Relliford of Statesboro Dec. 12. • Joseph was born to Mr. and Mrs. Joshua Joseph and Hannah Elizabeth Burgess of Brooklet Dec. 13. • Cadian was born to Mr. and Mrs. William Derek and Montine Louise Stokes of Brooklet Dec. 13. • Adelyn was born to Tabitha Christine Dills and Joshua Nicholas Atkinson of Statesboro Dec. 14. • Gabriel was born to Mr. and Mrs. Michael Jonathan and Ashley Marie Flint of Sylvania Dec. 14. • Deontre was born to Diandria Nicole Walker and Matthew Huff of Statesboro Dec. 14. • Peyton was born to Mr. and Mrs. James Leroy and Codie Danielle Summerlin of Statesboro Dec. 14.

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• Pauline was born to Ambreail Michelle Davis and Paul Raymond Eller of Guyton Nov. 28. • Zane was born to Brooke Amanda Little and Leon Matresela Floyd of Statesboro Nov. 28. • Everly was born to Mr. and Mrs. James Kenneth Ford of Statesboro Nov. 28. The mother is the former Ashley Tew. • Michael was born to Kirsten Blair Smith and Michael Lorman Green of Pembroke Nov. 28. • Hillary was born to Mr. and Mrs. Ivory Marcel and Becky Shonta Hunter of Statesboro Nov. 28. • Brantley was born to Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Benjamin and Sara Caitlyn Moore of Register Nov. 28. • Cedrick and Cedrionna were born to Antoinette Le'Shay Tierra McNair and Cedrick Quintez Wilkerson of Statesboro Nov. 28. • AdaGrace was born to Mr. and Mrs. Robert Dickerson Mooney of Statesboro Nov. 29. The mother is the former Cynthia Inez Underwood. • Cooper was born to Alexis Nicole Shytle and Sean Patrick Swope of Glennville Nov. 28. • Sanylah was born to Tracy Lavern Johnson of Statesboro Nov. 30. • Dominique was born to Mercy Lorena Hernandez-Gutierrez and Wesley Omar Thomas of Reidsville Nov. 30. • Serenity was born to Crystal Markeeta Roberts and Curtis Lavon Brown of Sylvania Dec. 1.

"The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" auditions Averitt Center • sign up for time

Statesboro Youth Chorale auditions Averitt Center • 3–5 p.m.

Kids' Art Class (ages 8–12) Statesboro Regional Library • 5:30 p.m.

Coffee with a Cop Statesboro Regional Library • 11:30 a.m.

Brooklet Peanut Festival Downtown Brooklet Peanut Run at 7 a.m., parade at 10 a.m., Street Dance at 7 p.m.

Basic Drawing 3 Statesboro Regional Library • 2 p.m.

Solar Eclipse Family Program Statesboro Regional Library • 2 p.m.

Makers Fair Statesboro Regional Library • 2 p.m.

Homeschool Crochet Club Main Street Statesboro Statesboro Regional Library • 3 p.m. Farmers Market 52 Weeks of Giving Sea Island Bank parking lot Statesboro Regional Library • 4 p.m. 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Farmers Market Sea Island Bank parking lot 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Basic Drawing 2 Statesboro Regional Library • 2 p.m. Chess Club (all ages) Statesboro Regional Library • 3 p.m. Lego Club (ages 5–12) Statesboro Regional Library • 2 p.m. 52 Weeks of Giving Statesboro Regional Library • 4 p.m. Main Street Statesboro

Just Move! Bollywood Dance Statesboro Regional Library • 5 p.m.

Beginning Aug. 12, Splash in the Boro will be open only on Saturdays from 10 a.m.–6 p.m. and Sundays from noon– 6 p.m. The waterpark will be closed Aug. 7–11.

Statesboro-Bulloch County Parks and Recreation Department is open Aug. 2–4 from 2:30–5:30 p.m. at the Honey Bowen Building, the Portal rec office and the Brooklet rec office; and Aug. 5 from 9 a.m.–noon at the Honey Bowen Building. You may also register online.

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Main Street Statesboro Anime & Manga Club Farmers Market Genealogy Online Sources 52 Weeks of Giving Sea Island Bank parking lot (ages 12–18) Statesboro Regional Library • 5 p.m. Statesboro Regional Library • 6 p.m. Statesboro Regional Library • 4 p.m. 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Homeschool Geography Chess Club (all ages) Teen DIY Club (ages 12–18) Toddler Time (ages 2–4) Club (all ages) Statesboro Regional Library • 4 p.m. Statesboro Regional Library • 4:30 p.m. Statesboro Regional Library • 10:30 a.m. Statesboro Regional Library • 2 p.m.

Maker's Monday (ages 10–16) Statesboro Regional Library • 5:30 p.m.

Adult Cooking Series Job Readiness: with Chef Patrick White Create a Resume Statesboro Regional Library • 6 p.m. Statesboro Regional Library • 6 p.m.

Reading to Rover (for new and developing readers) Kids' Craft Night (ages 6–11) Toddler Time (ages 2–4) Statesboro Regional Library • 5 p.m. Statesboro Regional Library • 5:30 p.m. Statesboro Regional Library • 10:30 a.m.

Homeschool Eclipse Viewing Statesboro Regional Library • 2 p.m.

Anime & Manga Club Paint-N-Party Homeschool STEM Averitt Center for the Arts (ages 12–18) Statesboro Regional Library • 5 p.m. Statesboro Regional Library • 2 p.m. $35 • 5:30–8 p.m.

Adult Managers' Meetings Flag football — 6 p.m. Genealogy Talk: Toddler Time (ages 2–4) Soccer — 6:30 p.m. Ancestry.com Honey Bowen Building Statesboro Regional Library • 6 p.m. Statesboro Regional Library • 10:30 a.m.

Intro to Genealogy Statesboro Regional Library • 2 p.m.

Maker's Monday (ages 10–16) Statesboro Regional Library • 5:30 p.m.

Kids' Book to Movie Club (ages 8–12): Toddler Time (ages 2–4) "Tuck Everlasting" Statesboro Regional Library • 4 p.m. Statesboro Regional Library • 10:30 a.m.

Teen Advisory Group TAG Job Readiness: Cover Letters Meeting (ages 12–18) Statesboro Regional Library • 5:30 p.m. Statesboro Regional Library • 6 p.m.

"The Nutcracker Ballet" auditions Statesboro Youth Ballet studios Meet the Eagles Fan Fest $5/dancer • times vary by age Paulson Stadium • 5 p.m. Basic Drawing 1 First Friday: Downtown Statesboro Regional Library • 2 p.m. Pep Rally Main Street Statesboro Downtown • 5:30–8 p.m. Farmers Market Game Night (ages 10+) Homeschool Art 52 Weeks of Giving Sea Island Bank parking lot Statesboro Regional Library • 5:30 p.m. Statesboro Regional Library • 2 p.m. Statesboro Regional Library • 4 p.m. 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

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"The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" auditions Averitt Center • sign up for time

Statesboro Youth Chorale auditions Averitt Center • 3–5 p.m.

Kids' Art Class (ages 8–12) Statesboro Regional Library • 5:30 p.m.

Coffee with a Cop Statesboro Regional Library • 11:30 a.m.

Brooklet Peanut Festival Downtown Brooklet Peanut Run at 7 a.m., parade at 10 a.m., Street Dance at 7 p.m.

Basic Drawing 3 Statesboro Regional Library • 2 p.m.

Solar Eclipse Family Program Statesboro Regional Library • 2 p.m.

Makers Fair Statesboro Regional Library • 2 p.m.

Farmers Market Sea Island Bank parking lot 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Just Move! Bollywood Dance Statesboro Regional Library • 5 p.m.

Beginning Aug. 12, Splash in the Boro will be open only on Saturdays from 10 a.m.–6 p.m. and Sundays from noon– 6 p.m. The waterpark will be closed Aug. 7–11.

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Maker's Monday (ages 10–16) Statesboro Regional Library • 5:30 p.m.

Adult Cooking Series Job Readiness: with Chef Patrick White Create a Resume Statesboro Regional Library • 6 p.m. Statesboro Regional Library • 6 p.m.

Homeschool Eclipse Viewing Statesboro Regional Library • 2 p.m.

Anime & Manga Club Paint-N-Party Homeschool STEM Averitt Center for the Arts (ages 12–18) Statesboro Regional Library • 5 p.m. Statesboro Regional Library • 2 p.m. $35 • 5:30–8 p.m.

Intro to Genealogy Statesboro Regional Library • 2 p.m.

Maker's Monday (ages 10–16) Statesboro Regional Library • 5:30 p.m.

Kids' Book to Movie Club (ages 8–12): Toddler Time (ages 2–4) "Tuck Everlasting" Statesboro Regional Library • 4 p.m. Statesboro Regional Library • 10:30 a.m.

Teen Advisory Group TAG Job Readiness: Cover Letters Meeting (ages 12–18) Statesboro Regional Library • 5:30 p.m. Statesboro Regional Library • 6 p.m.

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Life Marches On Moments Catches Up with Previous Cover Moms

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eo Tolstoy, philosopher and Russian novelist, once said, "True life is lived when tiny changes occur." Miniscule or mammoth, change happens, most certainly, and life marches on. Every August, Moments magazine commemorates another anniversary and recognizes recent life events of women who have graced the cover of the magazine in the past. Some of the changes for the following former cover beauties were celebrated and welcomed, though a few turned out to be uninvited guests. Rikki McBride, cover mom back in October 2013, moved from Statesboro to Evans, Georgia, almost three years ago with children Amirah, TJ

Julie Lavender and Ava, now 9, 6 and 4. Rikki now works as the lead preschool teacher at Marvin Methodist Preschool and says she absolutely loves her job. She also holds various leadership positions in numerous organizations in Columbia County. "Being a Girl Scout troop leader, as well as a cheer coach, my first years here in Augusta kept me quite busy," she said. "Last year I was Coach of the Year for Greenbrier Pop Warner, and this year I am the cheer and dance coordinator and the new president for Greenbrier Pop Warner." In addition to her weekday teaching, Rikki also leads little ones at Grace Baptist Church in Evans, where she teaches the 3-year-old Sunday school class twice a month. She also manages to find time to

maintain her personal business, Pink Rose Monograms. "I don't take on as much as I used to with my Etsy shop, website and craft fairs, but I am still kicking out orders," she said. "Between my three kids, work and volunteering, life is great!" The update for April 2012 cover mom Melanie Lewis spotlights two new little men in her life. She last appeared on the cover with granddaughter Norah Taylor, who is now a rising first-grader at Trinity Christian School. Since that photoshoot, Melanie gained a beautiful grandson, Oliver Thomas Taylor, who is now 4 years old and a rising pre-kindergartener at Trinity. "Ollie is a lot like his MelMel â&#x20AC;&#x201D; he is very spontaneous and loves music

and never slows down," Melanie said. "His energy is endless. "Then God had an incredible plan for our family as he brought Theo Everett Peay into this world to our daughter and son-in-law, Alaina and Justin Peay. We didn't even know about him until he was 1 day old!" she said. "He is beautiful, with the most beautiful brown eyes and a head full of curly brown hair. So, now I am MelMel to three beautiful grandbabies." Melanie's passion for dance ranks almost as high as the joy she holds for her grandchildren and family. She continues to manage N Shape Fitness, where she also works as a fitness instructor, and is a dance teacher at Statesboro School of Dance, where she's had the opportunity to teach Norah for four years. That passion also shines brightly through her involvement with the Dancing with the Statesboro Stars fundraiser to benefit Safe Haven, a local shelter for victims of domestic abuse. "This has touched my heart so much because I longed to give back to others in some way," she said. "I prayed and prayed about it â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a lot. Finally, I realized God had given me the gift of dance to help others. It was in me all the time, I just had to be patient and let him show me." Melanie danced in the inaugural show in 2011, and in 2012, she and partner Cy Young won the Judges Choice Award. The next year, Melanie helped with the show, handing out awards. "This event changes so many lives and helps so many in our community," she said. "I was asked to be on the committee and was honored to become producer of the show. I've danced every year with amazing stars and pros from our community. This year, I'm honored to have Sgt. Rey Rodriguez as my dance partner." Melanie says one of the highlights of the event, beyond the money raised, is the transformation of the participants, "not only on the dance floor. They become family and truly embrace the meaning of giving back to our community." Hoping to top last year's proceeds of $120,000, Melanie says

robe, but the businesswoman also has a never-ending supply of determination. "I get my drive from my mom and dad," she said. "My mom is going on 50 years of teaching dance, and my dad (Jimmy Redding) just retired from the store that his dad started 75 years ago." Part of Rori's drive is what she calls her "why" â&#x20AC;&#x201D; why does what she does â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and she encourages her business teammates to find their "why" as well. For Rori, she is driven to become more successful and to help others feel better about their appearance and to have more confidence. "I want to make a difference in their lives," she said. Since appearing in the magazine in September 2011, Casey Hurst experienced perhaps one of the most difficult storms any mom can face when she and her husband, Jason,

lost their son Tucker to MPS II in June 2016. MPS II is a genetic disorder that primarily affects males. Tucker was 15 when he passed away, and his younger brother, Dylan, was 13 at the time. "The two years leading up to that, Tucker went through a lot of losses due to his condition, including losing the ability to walk and talk. He also lost his ability to do simple things like hold a cup or feed himself," Casey said. "We grieved those losses and learned to live with him being more like a newborn. We held him a lot and stared into his beautiful eyes, because he never lost eye contact with us. It made us fall more and more in love with him. "He taught us to truly enjoy the little things in life," she said. "He taught us strength we didn't know we had, and most importantly, unconditional love."

The Hursts were understandably devastated and moved to the country in search of peace. "We were very worried for Dylan, because they were extremely close," she said. "Losing a child is the worst thing you could ever imagine. Your whole world gets flipped upside down as you watch the rest of the world move forward." Casey said the three grew even closer as they grieved, and often, Dylan was the one to comfort the adults in their sadness. Their grief took a toll on Casey and Jason's photography business as they took time to comfort one another, but their business is now moving forward, and Jason Hurst Photography won Best of the Boro in 2016. Now more than ever, they recognize the importance of their work in capturing memories for their clients. "Everyone calls us strong, but we don't feel very strong," she said. "Through our faith, we are surviving. We are able to face the days a lot better now. We are now living with a broken heart, but we are living. We can smile and have fun, and still hurt on the inside. "We want to represent everything that Tucker was and what he taught us in our lives. We want to carry on the legacy that Tucker created, remember him and continue to keep him present in our lives. We want Tucker to shine through us now." Maria Sowell, cover mom with her twin boys, Luke and Wyatt, now almost 9 years old, graced the front

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she is humbled and appreciative of the community's support and looks forward to the seventh year's event on Oct. 5 and Oct. 8. Rori Redding made a couple of geographical changes since last appearing on the cover of the magazine in November 2011, as well as business and professional changes, and has just landed back in Statesboro this past spring. Statesboro and Bulloch County residents most likely remember Rori's business, The Sugar Plum Fairy, outfitted dancers and youngsters for more than 10 years. The energetic entrepreneur worked at a high-end furniture store next, then taught dance classes with her mom, Helen Redding, of Helen W. Redding School of Dance, and coached young girls who were interested in modeling and pageantry. "Every girl I coached was some kind of titleholder," Rori said proudly of those she mentored. With a move to Columbus, Georgia, and later just across the bridge to Alabama, Rori was a jewelry representative for a mobile merchandising company. Most recently, she returned to her native Statesboro and began work with Nu Skin, a direct sales company with hundreds of products, including a popular whitening toothpaste. She's worked less than three months with the company and has already earned a couple of promotions, and she now has a team of 60 working under her. "It's where God wants me to be. I'm so blessed," she said. "I can't believe what it's done in a short time." The products may sell themselves, according to the woman who wears a beautiful smile as part of her ward-

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Continued from page 15 phone's GPS to navigate her way to of the magazine during its very first year of production in September 2010. Comparing that photo with one from today, however, sheds no light on the traumatic incident that took place this past spring. (Editor's note: Maria was not able to make the photoshoot for this month's Moments cover image.) A combination of life changes, including the declining health of her dad, led Maria to accept a job in Hinesville and a new residence in Savannah. She wasted no time getting involved in the community, joining forces with the local chapter of the American Cancer Society and chairing the Relay for Life event to honor her father. She also graduated from Leadership Liberty, sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce, and was recognized as one of the top leaders in the community. On a lunch break in mid-April 2016, Maria was relying on her

a new location. "My phone voiced the word 'recalculating,' and I took my eyes off the road for what I thought was a brief moment and glanced at my phone," she said. Maria admits her mistake and hopes it will help others. With her eyes diverted, she rear-ended an immobile 18-wheeler and became trapped underneath. Though she remembers no details after that, she learned more about the accident when she awoke from a coma five weeks later. "My face was crushed in the accident," she said. "I had numerous broken bones in my face; my jaw was broken in three places, other broken bones in my body." Her face and head swelled almost immediately from the trauma. Paramedics used the Jaws of Life to extract Maria from underneath the truck and then from her vehicle, and a helicopter arrived to transport her

to the hospital. Unbeknownst to the medical staff working diligently to save her life, Maria was allergic to certain medications, so when paramedics intubated her, she went into respiratory arrest. "I didn't have family to speak up for me," she said. "I knew these things, being in health care 20-something years, but you never think it will happen to you." Maria said she wears her medical alert bracelets faithfully now. "My reactions to the pain medication and other medication were in line with a brain injury," she said. "My actions mimicked the same aggression that is displayed from a brain injury. No one thought I would survive." Maria's coma was medically induced to allow her body more time to heal. She had a feeding tube; her mouth was wired shut, and she'd had pins and metal plates inserted in her body. When the medical staff began to lift her from the coma after

nearly five weeks, because of the after-effects of the medication, she continued to show signs of a brain injury, even though testing, surprisingly, revealed no such damage. "I was told I would have to live the rest of my life in a nursing home," she said. But by the second day after waking, with the medicine out of her system, Maria showed drastic changes and was released later that day. "The medical staff told me there was no reason I should be alive. They couldn't explain it," she said. "I told them, 'God is the reason I am alive. God showed up and showed out, and I never want him to be disappointed in me.'â&#x20AC;&#x2030;" Although she returned to work just one week after leaving the hospital, Maria, now blind in her left eye, says her recovery is ongoing, as she faces further surgeries and needs more time to heal. Still, she takes nothing for granted and praises God for his faithfulness.

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Statesboro-Bulloch County Parks & Recreation Department Monthly Events Fall Sports and Programs Registration Aug. 2–4, 2:30–5:30 p.m. Honey Bowen Building, Portal Rec office, Brooklet Rec office and online Aug. 5, 9 a.m.–noon Honey Bowen Building and online Splash in the Boro open weekends only Beginning Aug. 12 (waterpark closed Aug. 7–11) Saturdays, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Sundays, noon–6 p.m. Adult Flag Football Managers' Meeting Aug. 14, 6 p.m. Honey Bowen Building Adult Soccer Managers' Meeting Aug. 14, 6:30 p.m. Honey Bowen Building Around the Horn Travel Softball Tryouts Aug. 5 Ages 10 and under: 9 a.m., Field 3 Ages 12 and under: 9 a.m., Field 4 Ages 14 and under: 11 a.m., Field 5 Ages 16 and under: 11 a.m., Field 1 Ages 18 and under: 11 a.m., Field 1 (Age control date: Jan. 1, 2018) Mill Creek Park Around the Horn Travel Baseball Tryouts Aug. 19 Ages 8 and under: 9 a.m., Field 8 Ages 10 and under: 9 a.m., Field 9 Ages 11 and under: 11 a.m., Field 8 Ages 12 and under: 11 a.m., Field 9 Ages 13 and under: 2 p.m., Field 6 (Age control date: May 1, 2018) Mill Creek Park Sport on the Move: Soccer Learn the basics of soccer Aug. 25, 6–7:30 p.m. free Grady Street Park Youth Tennis Lessons (ages 5–8) Aug. 18–Sept. 8 Level 1: Fridays, 4–5 p.m. Level 2: Fridays, 5–6 p.m.

$35 Mill Creek Tennis Complex Youth Tennis Lessons (ages 9–12) Aug. 15–Sept. 11 Level 3 (Beginner/Intermediate): Tuesdays/Thursdays, 4–5 p.m. Level 5 (Advanced): Mondays, 4–6 p.m. $45 Mill Creek Tennis Complex Youth Tennis Lessons (ages 12–17) Aug. 15–Sept. 7 Level 4 (Beginner/Intermediate): Tuesdays/Thursdays, 5–6 p.m. Level 5 (Advanced): Wednesdays, 4–6 p.m. $45 Mill Creek Tennis Complex Adult Tennis Lessons (ages 18+) Aug. 16–Sept. 6 Wednesdays, 6:15–7:30 p.m. $45 Mill Creek Tennis Complex Men's and Women's Tennis Leagues Aug. 14–Nov. 2 Mondays/Thursdays, 6–8:30 p.m. $45/person Mill Creek Tennis Complex Middle and High School Tennis League (includes mixed doubles) Aug. 15–Oct. 31 Tuesdays, 6–8:30 p.m. $45/person Mill Creek Tennis Complex Horseback Riding Lessons (ages 5–18) Aug. 21–Sept. 29 Monday–Friday, times vary (choose day and 45-minute time slot) $150/four-week session Fletcher Memorial Park Evening Line Dancing Mondays/Tuesdays, 5:30–7 p.m. $5/class Honey Bowen Building Lap Swim Mondays/Tuesdays/Thursdays, 7–8 p.m.

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Aqua Fit (Shallow Water Aerobics) Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays, 8:30–9:30 a.m. $5/visit or $125/30-visit pass Splash in the Boro

Arthritis Therapy Tuesdays/Thursdays,1–1:45 p.m. beginning Aug. 8 $5/visit or $125/30-visit pass Splash in the Boro

Deep Aqua Fit (Deep Water Aerobics) Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays, 7:15–8:15 a.m. Tuesdays/Thursdays, 8:30–9:30 a.m. $5/visit or $125/30-visit pass Splash in the Boro

Walking & Sit Fit Tuesdays/Fridays, 9:45–10:30 a.m. $2/session Honey Bowen Building

Bingo with the Lunch Bunch Tuesdays, 11–11:45 a.m. (lunch at noon) free (must be a member of the lunch bunch) Honey Bowen Building Learn to Play Bridge Tuesdays, 3–5 p.m.

Aqua Zumba Tuesdays, 7–8 p.m. $5/visit or $125/30-visit pass Splash in the Boro

Silverliners Line Dancing Thursdays, 1:30–3 p.m. Beginners' lesson at 1 p.m. $2/session Honey Bowen Building Parent and Tot Swim Monday–Friday, 6 a.m.–2 p.m. beginning Aug. 7 $2/person (free for ages 2 and younger) Splash in the Boro

♥ Your Library: Beating Heart of the Community

Manga & Anime, what are or “Looney Tunes”, anime has a very different artwork k thhey?? Anime is an abbreviation of the word animation and used in reference to all Japanese animation and is typically based off of manga. Manga is the term that refers to Japanese graphic novels and comic books which tend to be longer and with more complex plotlines then what is commonly seen in its American counterpart; it also encourages children who are reluctant readers to read more. Unlike the American cartoons that we grew up with such as “Spider-Man”

style that even in its most basic renditions is visually striking. You are never “too young” or “too old” to watch and enjoy it. At this time, the library has a Teen Anime & Manga Club that meets twice a month to allow teens to connect with other fans, watch new anime and participate in animerelated activities such as games and crafts. There are plans to eventually create an Adult Anime & Manga Club.

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Monday–Friday, 6–10:30 a.m. until Aug. 4; 6 a.m.–2 p.m. beginning Aug. 7 Saturdays, 8–9:30 a.m. until Sept. 2; 9 a.m.–noon beginning Sept. 9 $2/visit or $50/30-visit pass Splash in the Boro

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August may be hot, and the peak summer produce may be down, but you can always count on there being okra at the Market in August and lots of it. Make the most of it with this recipe inspired by Southern Living that is a little less labor intensive than the standard fried okra. Make sure you choose smaller okra that are less woody. Save the woody ones for decorations or Christmas ornaments.

1 pound fresh okra from Market

Salt and Pepper to taste

1-1/2 cups buttermilk

Canola oil

2 cups yellow cornmeal from Market

Use meat mallet or other flat tool to flatten okra, starting from the tip and moving to the stem end. Pour buttermilk into dish; put cornmeal and desired amount of salt and pepper in a plastic bag. Dredge okra in buttermilk, then place in bag and shake. Remove okra. Pour canola oil into a heavy deep skillet or Dutch oven to a depth of about 2 inches. Heat to 350 and fry okra in batches, about 2 minutes, turning once. Remove with slotted spoon and drain on paper towels

CouponTips Dear Jill, I got a coupon in the paper for "[Brand name] Cosmetics lip or eye product." Now, I think this coupon means that I can use it on any cosmetics product, not only lip or eye, because it says "cosmetics, lip or eye." What do you think? —Marla P. The brand name of the product is actually "[Brand] Cosmetics." The word "Cosmetics" is part of the brand name, and the coupon is only valid on lip and eye products from this brand. The fact that there isn't a comma separating "cosmetics" from lip and eye is another clue. Dear Jill, I have a coupon for $1 off toothpaste, but it excludes the 4.6-ounce size and a bunch of the lower-priced varieties. Of course those are the ones on sale right now. I would like to use this to get free toothpaste, but darn it if they haven't excluded every single sale-priced variety. What to do? —Cal H. This manufacturer clearly is trying to boost sales on its premium varieties of toothpaste. While we love getting things free with coupons, your only option is to purchase the premium varieties of toothpaste with this particular coupon. Dear Jill, I often use coupons on bags of

little candy bars. I have noticed these coupons say they are good on "snack size," but the candy bars I actually want to buy are called "miniatures." I think the mini candy bars are a snack, and a "snack size" coupon should be OK on miniatures or any candy bar that is a snack. (Isn't that all of them?) —Ginger C. It's true that candy bars come in myriad sizes these days — everything from "bites" to "snacks" to "minis." However, the fact that all candy can be snacked on does not necessarily mean a "snack size" coupon is valid on anything that could be considered a snack. The simplest answer here is the correct one: Use the coupon on items marked "snack size" on the packaging, and nothing else. Dear Jill, A friend told me that if a coupon has the word "any" on it, it is good on any size of the product, even if there's other sizes listed. Like, I have a coupon that says "when you purchase any 30ct or 50ct." Is it true that if it says "any," you can then buy a smaller size? —Rory F. No, this isn't true. The presence of "any" is referring to the different varieties of the product — flavors, scents or other differentiating features. When the coupon lists specific sizes, those are the sizes that the coupon's intended to be used on — no others. The word "any" is not a green light to use the coupon on whatever sizes you'd like. I realize some consumers do try to push the limits and attempt to use coupons on as many items as possible, even if it means stretching the limits beyond the wording specified by the manufacturer.

The best advice on coupon usage is always to follow what the wording specifies. It's not necessary to look for loopholes or other items the coupon "might" work on. Remember, cashiers also are wise to this kind of coupon fraud. Dear Jill, I work at a bigbox retailer and have people trying to use coupons incorrectly. One tried to use a $3 coupon that was for one 3-pound bag of dry dog food while buying an 8-ounce tub of wet dog food. When I refused to allow it, the customer said to "let it go, as it's called coupon balancing."

We have so many like this who also try to buy trial or travel sizes, even though coupons say they're not valid on these. I've gotten to the point of hating coupons because seven out of 10 people seem to want an argument. Could you please explain again that this is coupon fraud? —Jolen K. Jill Cataldo, a coupon workshop instructor, writer and mother of three, never passes up a good deal. Learn more about super-couponing at her website, www.jillcataldo.com. Email your own couponing victories and questions to jill@ctwfeatures.com.

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