Moments Magazine November 2014 by Statesboro Herald

November 2014

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Before I tell you about all the good stuff packed into this month’s issue of MOMents magazine, I want to express how indescribably thankful I am for Hunter McCumber, assistant editor and graphic designer, and Kelly Dailey, advertising manager, for stepping up in a huge way and completing last month’s issue without me. You guys are rock stars. On Monday, Sept. 22, my mom called me at work to tell me something I had been praying I wouldn’t hear — my precious aunt Nonnie was in the hospital in Germantown, Tennessee, and I needed to get there soon. We were losing her. Linsay and her aunt Nonnie About two years ago, Nonnie was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a type of cancer that caused an overgrowth of plasma cells in her bone marrow, which developed into tumors inside her bones. The disease progressed rapidly and seemed simply to laugh in the face of multiple rounds of grueling chemotherapy. Early last month, we received another crippling blow when we learned that Nonnie’s bone cells were 100 percent cancerous, knocking the option of a bone marrow transplant off the table. Still, the reality that it was time to say goodbye was excruciatingly painful to accept when Nonnie went into renal failure that Monday night. By Friday, she was in the presence of the Lord. Now November, a month in which we are reminded to be thankful, I am left with a huge, gaping hole in my heart — but I am indeed thankful. I’m thankful that at this very moment, Nonnie is rejoicing with her momma and daddy and our precious Lord. I’m thankful for the amazing legacy she left behind, the 48 years we had together and the immense love she shared with me. I’m thankful that she is now without pain and completely at peace. Most of all, though, I’m thankful — so very, very thankful — for my God’s promise that I will see my Nonnie again. This month’s cover features Janetta Alabi-Isama, who also remains thankful and hopeful despite a few curveballs life has thrown her way recently. Flip to page 12 to read Julie Lavender’s story in which Janetta candidly speaks about how she and her husband, Seni, continue to persevere in the direction of their dreams. Here’s to falling leaves, turkey dinners and always remembering to give thanks.

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Military Appreciation......................5 The Art of Lawncare......................7 Turkey Benefits..............................9 Hottest Toys................................10 Averitt Center..............................11 Feature.................................. 12–13 Prevent Sleepless Nights............15 Calendar................................ 16–17 Southern Fashion........................18 GoGirl ........................................19 Gator Bites..................................20 Bulloch County Schools..............23 Parks and Recreation..................24 Farmers Market Recipe...............27 Ellis Coloring Contest..................28 KidsActivityPage.........................29 Games........................................30 Coupons.....................................31

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How to Show Your Appreciation to Members of the Military

Special to MOMents of a local veteran or active-duty service member. Provide a forum in which a serviceman or servicewoman can share his or her story. Soldiers can offer unique insight on issues that affect civilians, and the community can benefit from servicemen and women who share their stories. When hosting a community event, ask a soldier to be a keynote speaker. Send gifts to active military. Make care packages or write cards and thankyou notes to stationed troops. Organizations including the USO, Military-Missions. org and AnySoldier.com can ensure your packages find their way into the hands of soldiers. Help an active-duty service member's family. Spouses of active-duty military personnel often must handle all of the chores that come with managing a household on their own. To show how much you appreciate a service member's efforts, offer to lend a hand around his or her house. This can make life easier on a soldier's spouse, and your companionship may provide a world of good. You can even go the extra mile by organizing a military spouse appreciation night at a nearby church or recreation hall, during which you can offer free babysitting and provide refreshments and entertainment. Assist with their pets. Some dogs and cats get left behind when troops are deployed or forced to move. Volunteering to foster a pet until a soldier returns is another way to give back. Also, some military service dogs can be injured or traumatized during battle and must be rehabilitated or adopted upon returning home. Publicly display your patriotism. Active-duty service members and veterans joined the military to defend our way of life, and you can show pride for your country and appreciation for their efforts by hanging a flag outside your home. Pick up the tab. Surprise a person in uniform by paying for his or her meal at a restaurant. It's a simple gesture, but it shows how much you appreciate that service member's sacrifice. Gestures that show military personnel how much you appreciate them need not be lavish. Any and all expressions of gratitude can make a world of difference.

Maximilian W. Hecht, MD, MPH, FACOG has joined the Ogeechee OB-GYN practice in Statesboro. Dr. Hecht completed his medical degree and master of public health degree at the University of Illinois. Dr. Hecht is a member of the AOA Medical Honor Society. Dr. Hecht has been board certified from the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology since 2011 and is a fellow of the American Congress of Ob/Gyn. Dr. Hecht served in the US Army stationed most recently at Fort Stewart, GA. Dr. Hecht and his family are excited to make their home here in Bulloch County and join the Ogeechee OB-GYN family. Dr. Hecht provides a full spectrum of women’s healthcare services including high-risk obstetrics • advanced laparoscopic minimally invasive surgery including laparoscopic hysterectomy • tubal ligation reversal surgery • Essure in office tubal ligation. Long acting reversible contraception including Nexplanon (3 year birth control alternative to Depo-Provera or IUDs) Most insurance is accepted, including Medicaid We will be seeing patients at our new location as of October 20th 2014. 1310 Brampton Ave Statesboro GA.

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ivilians who join the military find their lives change forever upon entering the service. The armed forces shape a person, teaching discipline, humility, bravery and many other life lessons. Joining the military often means making substantial personal sacrifices, as servicemen and women typically are called away from their families and the comforts of home. Many grateful men and women want to show their appreciation to those who risk their lives to defend their country, but they may not always know how. The following are a number of ways you can show your appreciation to members of the military. Thank a service member. If you see a person in uniform, thank him or her for his or her service to the country. Use the person's title if you can identify rank. Though a simple gesture, a verbal token of gratitude can go a long way toward brightening a soldier's day. Volunteer with a veteran's association. Volunteering is another way to show veterans and active service members how much you appreciate the sacrifices they have made. Volunteer at a veteran's hospital, or help organize an event to commemorate the efforts of local veterans and active service members. Donate to a veterans' charity. Many charities work to serve the needs of veterans. The Wounded Warrior Project provides rehabilitation, counseling and activities for veterans who were wounded during service, while Homes for Our Troops remodels homes or builds them for troops who were injured and need their homes remodeled as a result of their injuries. The USO provides a variety of services for veterans and always can use donations and volunteers. Propose an event to honor local service members. Petition the town council for a special parade to honor your community's military personnel, including veterans and active-duty members. Raise funds. Fundraisers are another way to show military members how much you appreciate their service. Collect money for a military-based scholarship, and ask a local high school or university to establish the scholarship in the name

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Broccoli is a cool-season veggie, just like spinach, so plan on sowing seeds in the early spring or fall. You’ll also want to space the seeds or transplants about 1 to 2 feet apart when in rows, with about 3 feet between each row. Caring for broccoli is easy, too. Try to fertilize several weeks after planting, and water the roots, not the tops. Light mulch is great and will help smother the weeds. At harvest time, plan on cutting early in the day to help preserve the broccoli’s taste, and do not let the heads begin to flower. (If you do see flowers emerging, pick it immediately.) To harvest, simply cut the stems about 6 inches down. You can wash and eat raw, or blanch and freeze it to use later. If you are worried about your greens wilting during a fall frost, kale is a great choice for you. Kale is easy to plant and easy to harvest, and it’s loaded with minerals and vitamins. Harvest it in handfuls at a time, being careful to avoid snipping off the main bud at the top of the middle stalk of the plant. De-rib the larger greens before cooking for the best texture, or serve the small, tender leaves raw in a salad or blended in a fruit smoothie. I hope you’ve gained some inspiration from these winter garden ideas. Happy gardening! 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. You can learn more and contact Ninja Lawns online at www.ninjalawns.com.

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hope that y’all have been able to find some great, colorful additions to your ‘round-the-house landscapes since last month. Now that you’ve gotten the hang of the flowers and blooms, let’s talk about gardening, because when it comes to the cool season here in Georgia, there are plenty of options for your gardens and raised beds, and they are all delicious and healthy, too! Spinach is definitely a well-loved vegetable at our house. There are so many uses for it. To grow your own, start out with fresh seeds when planting spinach in a bed or planter. Storing them from last year doesn’t work well and won’t give you the best results. Make sure the soil has a decent amount of nitrogen content, and till the ground about a foot deep (if possible) so the little seeds can easily send their tap roots deep into the dirt. Once the little seedlings have popped up, thin them out if they appear too crowded. Ideally, the sprouts should be 4 to 6 inches apart so they can spread. After the leaves have multiplied and are about 3 to 4 inches long, carefully snip them off, avoiding any damage to the stalks. When you’re ready for a full harvest, snip off the entire stalk just below the soil line. Then eat, eat, eat! My husband’s favorite way to eat spinach is sautéed, with just a little olive oil, salt and pepper. I prefer it raw in a salad or in baked pasta. Broccoli and I used to have a love/ hate relationship, but over the past few years, I have definitely grown to love this amazing vegetable more and more. Not only is it yummy, it is also packed with tons of nutritious goodness like dietary fiber, pantothenic acid, vitamin B6, vitamin E, manganese, phosphorus, choline, vitamin B1, vitamin A, potassium, copper, vitamin B1, magnesium, omega-3 fatty acids, protein, zinc, calcium, iron, niacin and selenium. Whew!

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Benefit From Nutritious Turkey Even After Thanksgiving owed by other meats in refrigerated display cases, but it remains an excellent source of protein in a low-fat package. A typical 3.4- to 4-ounce serving of skinless turkey breast (about the size of a deck of cards) contains around 30 grams of protein, providing about 65 percent of the average person's recommended daily allotment of protein. Protein helps you feel full and serves many essential functions in the body, including regulating the entry of nutrients through cell walls and helping the body grow and generate antibodies that fight against illness. Low in fat: A serving of turkey is only 161 calories and contains just 4 grams of fat, which is low in saturated fat. B vitamin benefits: Turkey is an excellent source of B vitamins, including B3, B6 and B12. Having enough B3, also known as niacin, is impor-

tant for overall health, and higher levels of niacin can improve cholesterol levels and lower a person's risk for cardiovascular disease. B6 is also called pyridoxine and is involved in the process of making certain neurotransmitters, including serotonin and norepinephrine, which transmit signals in the brain. Important for neurological health, B12 helps decrease levels of homocysteine, which can contribute to cognitive decline. Immune system effects: Turkey contains selenium, which is key to healthy thyroid function. It also helps boost the immune system by playing a role in the body's antioxidant defense system. Selenium may help eliminate free radicals in the body that could otherwise contribute to the risk of developing cancer. Relaxation: Many people are aware of turkey's ability to induce feelings of relaxation, particularly

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ome the holiday season, turkey is bound to show up in abundance on your lunch and dinner menus. As soon as the weather cools and the crispness of late autumn is in the air, thoughts turn to more hearty meals, and of course, the fall piĂ¨ce de rĂŠsistance: Thanksgiving dinner. Turkey takes center stage on many Thanksgiving dinner tables, even though history suggests it likely wasn't served at the first Thanksgiving. Despite this historical discrepancy, turkey and all the trimmings continue to be traditional fare for big holiday dinners. Much more than just delicious and filling, turkey boasts many nutritional benefits, making it a worthwhile addition to your diet, regardless of the season. Protein: Turkey is often overshad-

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Hottest Toys This Holiday Season

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arents often find themselves waiting in long lines to snag the most popular toys to give their children during the holidays. Shoppers arrive at retail stores in droves to grab the newest video game consoles or must-have dolls or action figures. From Cabbage Patch Dolls of the 1980s and the Elmo craze of the 1990s, every generation seems to have its own must-have holiday gift. This year, holiday shoppers may want to start shopping early if they hope to land any of the following items that figure to be this year's most wanted toys. "Frozen"-themed toys: Megaretailer Wal-Mart predicts that toys inspired by the smash-hit film "Frozen" will continue to be hot commodities this holiday season. To meet demand, the retailer already is stocking up on the popular characters and other products, banking on the popularity

of the film. If a special little girl in your life is still enamored with all things "Frozen," it's a smart bet to start your holiday buying early this year. "Hunger Games" athletic items: Fans of the "Hunger Games" trilogy, be it the books, movies or both, are familiar with lead character Katniss' prowess with a bow and arrow. Bows inspired by the movie are in demand and will appeal to both girls and boys who want to test their archery skills. Beats by Dr. Dre: Music lovers still consider these headphones must-have items, which are especially prevalent among the teen market. Available in a variety of colors, users can coordinate their Beats headphones with their clothing or accessories. Lego "Minecraft": It was only a matter of time before Lego got in on the action of one of the hottest games to sweep the Internet and video game console world. "Minecraft" is a digital building game that

has enthralled gamers of all ages. Now, "Minecraft" enthusiasts can recreate on-screen worlds in tangible Lego versions. Xeno: Xeno is a "friend-toy" that is neither robot nor doll but an interactive pet. Made from nontoxic elastic material that includes eight sensors, the creature is a moving, reacting companion. Xeno even can dance to music — and parents will love that Xeno does not need to be taken for walks. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: On the heels of a summer blockbuster inspired by these gifted turtles, fans of the weaponswinging shelled warriors certainly will want to surround them-

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Youth Programs Are Taking the Show on the Road

youth theater. The production will culminate in an over-the-top production of “The Twelve Days of Christmas,” arranged by Dr. Michael Braz, that features all 60 children performing on stage together. Individually, the Averitt Center’s youth programs are becoming powerful performers. The Statesboro Youth Chorale was invited to perform at Carnegie Hall this past summer, the Statesboro Youth Ballet was just featured with the professional dance company Neos in “Dracula,” and the Statesboro Youth Theater program has produced a number of sold-out summer blockbuster performances. Now, combining their efforts will produce a fabulous show that you won’t want to miss. Performing in a collaborative show truly extends the arts education that the children are receiving at the Averitt Center, allowing them to work together and learn about each other’s craft. “Having the opportunity to perform this show both here at home on the Emma Kelly Theater stage and in Glennville really enhances the arts education our children are receiving,” said Averitt Center director Tim Chapman. “Christmas around the World” will be performed Nov. 21 and Nov. 22 at 7 p.m. and Nov. 23 at 2 p.m. at the Emma Kelly Theater. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for youth. The show will travel to Glennville on Dec. 13. For more information about these or any of the Averitt Center’s programs and events, call (912) 2122787 or go to www.averittcenterfor thearts.org

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he youth programs at the Averitt Center for the Arts have put together a holiday extravaganza with a cast of 60 kids and are taking the show on the road! Presented locally just before Thanksgiving and in Glennville, Georgia, in mid-December, “Christmas around the World” will remind us all of how much we have to be thankful for. Directors of the youth programs decided nearly a year ago to combine forces to create a huge Christmas spectacular. This collaborative effort brings together youth ballet, chorale and theater in a brand new production. As planning for the show progressed, the Arts Guild of Glennville came to the Averitt Center looking for a holiday show to bring to their town. From a number of possibilities, they picked “Christmas around the World,” and in doing so have given the youth programs an opportunity to perform this unique show in another community. During the performance, the chorale and ballet programs will present pieces from around the world that celebrate the season. Dancers will perform new original choreography representing the winter holidays in different parts of the world, including the snow scene from “The Nutcracker.” The chorale will sing Christmas songs from different cultures and will accompany several of the dances. Jackie Gordon has adapted the folk tale “The Spider’s Gift” into an original play that will be presented by the

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Perseverance Brings Rewards and Satisfaction

ocal educator and restaurant co-owner Janetta Alabi-Isama believes perseverance helped her make it to where she is today. But during this season of gratefulness, Janetta also feels blessed to have had the encouragement and support of her husband and family throughout the years. “Something my husband’s always said to me, ‘If you want to do it, go for it,’” Janetta said of her husband, Seni (pronounced “Shaney”). The couple met in a 10th-grade class in Decatur, Georgia, but didn’t begin dating until shortly

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before their high school graduation. After high school, Seni came to Georgia Southern University first, and Janetta began her college career at Mercer. Two years later, she transferred to GSU and majored in child and family development. Upon graduation, Janetta continued working in the infant room on campus as a lead teacher and later became the store manager of Payless in Garden City, Georgia. Following that career stint, she worked as a special education paraprofessional at Mill Creek Elementary School for one year, then took a position at William James Middle School as a special education teacher, where she has been

for nine years. Nigerian-born Seni moved to the United States around the age of 6 and spent his early years in New York before moving to the Atlanta area. After graduating from GSU with a major in English and a minor in history, Seni worked for Viracon for a time, then opened his own computer shop. “He was very good at it, but he didn’t enjoy it,” Janetta said of Seni’s computer work. “He’d always had a passion for cooking,” she explained. “It relaxes him. ‘I need to cook,’ he would say after a stressful day at the computer job.”

However, the couple’s dream would turn into a nightmare on the evening of Aug. 26 of this year. “Seni’s friend from Chops called him and said, ‘Man, your restaurant’s on fire.’ I’d just headed to bed.” Seni and Janetta raced downtown to find their business engulfed in flames. Forced to stand back and watch while firefighters fought to control the blaze, the couple paced and questioned. “A fire is one of the most helpless things you can go through,” Janetta said. Though the couple received no immediate answers, investigations eventually determined the cause of the blaze was an electrical fire that started in the attic. Still trying to determine what steps to take next, Janetta and Seni struggle to regain what they lost that night. “Those first few weeks were hard,” Janetta said. “You have a daily routine. Seni was there every day, morning until night. I was there every afternoon and evening. We ate all our meals there.” Yet, the Alabi-Isamas persevere. Janetta remembers when she thought for a time that she might like to pursue acting in Hollywood. While her husband encouraged her love of the arts, he suggested perhaps she find a way to feed that passion somewhere closer to home, at least for now. She took his suggestion to heart and began acting with the local community theater, participating in about six plays at the Averitt Center for the Arts. “If you had ever told me I would stand on a stage in front of a crowd, I wouldn’t believe you. I started to hyperventilate just before my first show,”

she said. “You just never know where you’ll end up. You never know what you might do. If you’d told me three years ago that I’d own a restaurant, I’d have said, ‘No way.’ “There’s nothing you can’t do.” And with that attitude, Janetta and Seni press on toward the next part of their journey as a couple, wherever that happens to take them.

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Seni learned to cook beside his mother and grandmother and has been cooking since a young age. “He’d toyed with the idea of a restaurant for some years. He always thought that what he did was so easy. I told him, ‘People can’t cook like this,’” Janetta said. After much encouragement from his wife and their friends, who were in awe of his cooking skills, Seni began to realize he had something special and set forth to open a restaurant. Always supporting and helpful, Janetta taught during school hours, then helped Seni with tasks for the restaurant in the evenings. The perfect location in which to open the restaurant became available, she said, and she told her husband, “If we’re going to do this, now is the time.” There was much to do to get the business up and running, but neither of them tired of the work. “It was so exciting,” she said. “We opened boxes that had every plate, every utensil, everything we would need. “Seni wanted everything perfect. He had it in his head how he wanted it to look. He and our neighbor were building platforms for a booth just before we opened.” Finally, the couple’s dream became a reality with the opening of South & Vine Public House — and both husband and wife found that they enjoyed the restaurant business. Janetta would spend about an hour at home to unwind after teaching each evening before heading downtown to work at the restaurant until closing. “I may can’t cook, but I love the restaurant,” Janetta said. “I had no idea I’d love it that much.”

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6 Financial Moves to Prevent Sleepless Nights

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additional fees. Free checking accounts still exist, though you may have to look online to find them. 5. Create a pathway to debt freedom. At first, you only may be able to pay down debt in small handfuls, but project that out to determine whether you are on course to eventually eliminating your debt. Knowing the destination can help you feel better about the steps along the way. 6. Communicate the game plan. Talk to your family about what is going on. Financial stress often comes from trying to hide the truth from other members of the household. Everyone is going to have to be part of the solution, so you need to explain the problem fully. The first rule of getting out of financial distress is that there are no easy or instant answers. It is a process, but as long as you have mapped out the steps and go to bed each night knowing you have taken the steps you should be taking, you should start to sleep a lot better.

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ike car alarms that go off at 3 a.m. or those echoing drips in the bathroom sink, financial worries are costing many Americans sleep, according to a recent poll by the National Foundation for Credit Counseling. Here is the key thing to remember: The middle of the night is not the time to confront your financial fears. You need to work on them in the light of day, when you can do something constructive about them. Here are some positive steps you can take to put your financial worries to sleep: 1. Create a budget to get current expenses below income. Debt may be your most troubling problem, but you cannot think about reducing it until you stop overspending. Focus on the present by formulating a budget that brings your spending below your income. Only then can you begin to think about addressing

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Fall Fashion in the South

hen I want to find out something about just about anything these days, I use Google. I have found that a plethora of information is at my fingertips within seconds with the use of a few key words. However, if you want to know about what’s new in fashion and what people in Statesboro will be wearing in the coming season, I’m afraid Google won’t provide what you need. If you type in “fashion trends fall 2014,” you immediately will have some options. Your next click, however, will provide you with advertisements that won’t go away and photos of styles you would never be caught wearing — except maybe to a Halloween party! High fashion is just not reality in the south. Who really dresses like the runway styles, anyway? I think we can all agree that the average body size and style are not represented there, nor would it ever be practical to wear these pieces for the typical southern woman. We can, however, identify some parts of trends that we can expect to influence

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the clothing choices we will have in the coming months. While some of these edgier trends are much more evident in the contemporary apparel choices for a younger person, even missy clothing always offers choices that give a nod to the trending items. After being a buyer for our stores for 30 years now, there are a few things I’ve noticed about fashion and trends. First, a particular trend usually doesn’t last just one season or even one year. You can expect to see trends stretch out over a few seasons, and some hang on for years. For example, animal prints came on the fashion scene several years ago, and these designs are still running strong. In fact, leopard has

become a neutral of sorts, and it’s big again for fall 2014. In color, the Pantone color of the year always makes a big splash and changes the fashion direction after it is announced. In 2013, the color of the year was emerald, and this beautiful green is still big this year. For 2014, radiant orchid got the Pantone firstplace honor, and we’re seeing purples not only in clothing but also Lilly Pulitzer bags, gift accessory designs and even home décor. Orange always makes us think of fall, but it will have an especially large part of the fashion palate this year. Blue continues to make a comeback in a big way. Gray and neutrals will also be strong for the remainder of 2014, and the big-city runways were full of pastels. This trend is getting some pushback, however, so I don’t expect to see a lot of pastels in southern fashion. Even though we don’t see a lot of extreme cold weather in the south, sweaters and coats always headline the fall fashion lists, and we adapt with certain changes in our outerwear styles. Oversized, fluffy sweaters will be popular, with lots of fur and shearling, too. For us, little bits of these fabrics in some trim will be enough of a good thing.

We’ve already seen a surge in interest of oversized sweatshirts, and adding a monogram in the south is a must! Ponchos and blanket-type coats are the other top items for outerwear in 2014. Plaid is yet another trend that is gaining steam. Oversized plaid shirts with leggings will be perfect for our weather, but plaid will also be seen in outerwear. Denim never goes completely out of style, it seems, and we’ll see lots of it this fall, from leggings and tops to dresses and trim. Finally, other trends that made it to the top in lists for fall are animals and other graphic designs on clothing, midiskirts and matchy-matchy sets. We will see some of all of this in the south, but it will be mostly on the under-35 age group. A brand new wardrobe is never a necessity to stay in style. Basic, staple pieces should always remain a part of your closet, and by adding a few key pieces in new colors and styles — like a plaid scarf or leopard leggings — you’ll be ready to go in fashion for fall 2014! Local fashionista Devra Walker and her husband Lindsay are the owners of Walker Pharmacy & Boutique and Little Doses in Statesboro.

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and other volunteers. 19 “Seeing the smiles on faces” and the joy of people going through hard times really affected her, she said. One year, when there was a notable amount of food left over after deliveries, Kay drove past a crew of migrant workers in an onion field, and she knew what to do next. “They were so pleased,” she said. “They had been working all day and hadn’t yet eaten. It is so satisfying to know you can help people.” Kay has been married to Jimmy for 32 years and taught school for 30 years in Bulloch County at both Mattie Lively and Langston Chapel elementary schools. The couple has one adult son together, and Jimmy has two children from a previous marriage. They have eight grandchildren, two of whom Kay keeps during the day. She especially enjoys teaching her grandchildren. Three-year-old Melody learned her ABCs at age 16 months, and it’s likely that 1-year-old Daphne will do the same, Kay said. “They’re my heart,” she said. “It melts my heart when they say, ‘Grandma, I love you.’ I guess it’s the teacher in me, because I love seeing them learn, seeing the lights come on.”

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or well over 20 years, Kay Anthony has helped spread the true meaning of Thanksgiving by working with Feed the Boro. The local program that provides a Thanksgiving meal to those less fortunate was her husband Jimmy Anthony’s dream, but like all good wives, Kay worked beside him each year, helping in any way she could to see the program grow. When it first began, it fed just over 100 people. Today, “We feed thousands,” she said. Speaking while caring for two of her eight grandchildren, Kay recalled how Feed the Boro first started in the social hall at Gracewoood Baptist Church. Then, turkeys were kept iced down in coolers, and volunteers brought in home-cooked sides. The dinner was successful, but Kay realized that year that there were many less fortunate people who didn’t have transportation to come eat. So, the next year, meals were delivered, and it has been that way since. As the program grew, Kay continued helping each year, “doing all the jobs nobody else wanted to do, like washing dishes and cooking,” in the kitchen at Julia P. Bryant Elementary

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It is a Small World After all! Youth programs at the Averitt Center for the Arts have combined forces to kick of the Christmas season in style! Statesboro Youth Chorale, Ballet, and Theater will be presenting Christmas Around the World. Songs, dances, and short skits will illustrate how different cultures celebrate the holiday. The show will include an over the top production of The Twelve Days of Christmas.

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ovember is a time to give thanks, and Bulloch Academy does that in several ways throughout the month. On Nov. 13, the school will show its gratitude to heroes of foreign wars. Beginning at 6 p.m., music teacher Ashley Wren, the school’s fourth- and fifth-graders and the PTA will team up for the annual Salute to Veterans program in honor of Veterans Day. A short PTA meeting will precede the event, during which students’ patriotic artwork will be on display. The musical program touches all branches of the armed forces and includes a slideshow of students’ relatives who are or have been in the service. The program, which will be held in the gymnasium, is a touching reminder of the freedoms that we enjoy and the men and women who help preserve them. The monthly CLP performance will be held on Nov. 12 from noon to 12:30 p.m., as students and faculty members give thanks to God through song for the blessings and opportunities that he has bestowed. From Nov. 17 to Nov. 21, the PTA will thank the school’s faculty and staff during Celebrate Education Week. Each day, the PTA will provide break-

fast or lunch and other snacks for the school’s employees. There also will be daily drawings for donated prizes. Thanksgiving holidays are Nov. 24 through Nov. 28, when school is dismissed for students, faculty and staff to spend time with family and relatives to give thanks for their many blessings. Other activities and events during the month include Y-Club Junior Youth Assembly in Atlanta, Nov. 2 through Nov. 4; Bring It to the ‘Boro cheerleading competition, Nov. 4; clubs meet, Nov. 4; Alzheimer’s Walk for a Cure, Nov. 8; college tour for juniors, Nov. 9 through Nov. 11; Ebenezer sixth-grade trip, Nov. 10 through Nov. 12; progress reports, Nov. 12; Thanksgiving lunch, Nov. 12 for lower school, Nov. 13 for middle and high school; College Fair, Nov. 18 from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m.; middle school YClub meeting, Nov. 19 at 7:30 p.m.; and early release for students and faculty, Nov. 21 at noon.

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5. Set boundaries with your work, family, personal and social time. Learning to set boundaries can be a difficult thing to do. Generally, we end up discovering the importance of boundaries when we become overwhelmed and react in a way we normally would not. To avoid this situation, set clear boundaries now, then teach others about them by being consistent. Others will trust and respect you if you hold your boundaries because they know, in return, you will respect theirs. 6. Take breaks throughout the day. Take a moment to do something completely different from what you are doing so you can recharge. Our brains and bodies need this variation so we can focus better. For example, take a walk, eat a snack, change rooms or look out the window. 7. Don’t be afraid to ask for help when you need it. Asking for help is difficult for many of us, but it is important to recognize when something is beyond what you can handle. Figuring out how someone can assist the project is motivating, and the support makes it easier to focus on the work.

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he Bulloch County Regional Student Technology Fair, sponsored by Dabbs, Hickman, Hill & Cannon, LLC, is scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 31, from 8 a.m. until noon at Julia P. Bryant Elementary School. The deadline to register is Wednesday, Nov. 19. Hosted annually by Bulloch County Schools, the event is open to all third through 12th-grade home-school, public- and privateschool students from Bulloch, Evans, Candler, Jenkins, Screven and Effingham counties. Children who are students at one of Bulloch County Schools’ 15 campuses will register at their schools and compete in a school-level preliminary technology fair for a chance to qualify for the RSTF. A list of each campus’ contact person for the tech fair is available at www.bulloch.k12. ga.us/techfair. All other children — public-school students in another county or private- or homeschool students from a surrounding county — may register online. Interested individual students or two-person student teams may choose to compete in one or more of the 13 available project categories. A description of each category, along with a rubric of how the category will be judged, also is available online at www.bulloch. k12.ga.us/techfair. More than 100 volunteers from the school system, Georgia Southern University and local professionals in technology-related fields help coordinate the event and serve as judges at the local tech fair, which is the only one of the state's 16 regional tech fairs that is located south of Macon. The Bulloch County RSTF is also a preliminary event for the Georgia Student Technology Fair, so all first-place winners will advance to the state competition, which will be held on March 7 on the campus of Middle Georgia College & State University in Macon. Dabbs, Hickman, Hill & Cannon, LLC, a local accounting firm, has been the major title sponsor of the event for the past two years. This year, organizers also are pleased to welcome the Statesboro Kiwanis Club as a gold-level sponsor with its recent $1,000 donation.

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Statesboro Bulloch Parks & Recreation Monthly Events Winter Registration Nov. 1 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Statesboro Mall and online Nov. 3 2:30–5:30 p.m. Honey Bowen Building and online Golf School: Level 1 Tuesdays/Thursdays, through Nov. 4 6–7 p.m. $65

Golf School: Level 2 Mondays/Wednesdays, through Nov. 3 6–7 p.m. $65 Camp Adventure for Thanksgiving Break Nov. 10 7:30 a.m.–6 p.m. Old Julia P. Bryant Elementary School location

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The holiday season is upon us once again, and with it comes the season’s notoriously hectic pace. With crowded social calendars and the stress of holiday shopping, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed once the season hits full swing.

Unfortunately, many people have trouble staying healthy through the hectic holiday season. With so much to do, it’s easy to put health on the back burner during the holidays. But however hectic the holiday season can be, there are ways to keep the family happy and healthy this holiday season. • Encourage kids to wash their hands. Germs are often spread most quickly through our hands, which are in constant contact with hotbeds for germs, including doorknobs. Washing hands thoroughly is an effective way to ward off winter germs that attach to hands after we sneeze, cough or simply touch a doorknob. Encourage kids to be diligent about washing their hands, not only after they use the restroom but whenever they sneeze, cough or arrive home from school. • Keep indoor air crisp and clean. Bringing home airborne germs, such as sickness-causing bacteria and other contaminants, is inevitable during the holiday season. The kids’ school is a breeding ground for such germs, as is the nearby shopping mall filled with holiday shoppers.

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