August is ‘back to school’ month. Back to school, for many people, means their children are back on a routine, teachers and professors are back to work, and college students are headed back to the classrooms. Traffic is heavier in the mornings and afternoons. And a ‘tax free weekend’ means retail is busier. So, the ‘back to school’ month seems to affect everyone in some way. But no matter what the start of the school year may mean to you, it is a clear indication that the hot days of summer are fewer, and a change of the season is near. And don’t be surprised to see Christmas trees on display in the department stores! Change is in the air! Yes–we here at Voice Magazine accept change! In fact, we create change! Our most recent change is the merging of Mountain Girl Press, Express Editions and Little Creek Books with JanCarol Publishing, Inc. This continues to bring exciting opportunities. In the next few months, we will be scheduling monthly events for our readers to meet our authors. (Coming soon is our new website - www.jancarolpublishing.com with dates, schedules and times of author signings.) Also, Voice Magazine for women is very active in the fall with sponsorships and community activities. Join us in our events promoting our authors, our advertisers and watch for our new TV show highlighting the Appalachian Region. (Planning is for September.) One event Voice Magazine is proud to promote and be part of is the 19th annual Women in Business Conference, held at the Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center in Abingdon, VA on Wednesday, Sept 12, 2012. Very special speakers are confirmed and this is a wonderful opportunity to network (See ad on page 27.) Hope to see you there! Be sure to call and confirm your reservation! Thank you goes to all of you for your continued support! We could not do it without all of you! Please shop local and support our advertisers, their services, our authors by purchasing their books and the many businesses that show their support to the magazine. We all help each other! We could not do any of it without all of you! Be sure to get involved and show your support in the many activities and fundraisers we sponsor and/or support. Thank you! We hope that you enjoy our August issue! Visit our website, www.voicemagazineforwomen.com, and follow us on Facebook for our giveaways. Please ‘like’ us! Send your emails, inquiries, and/or your letters with your comments and suggestions to comments@voicemagazineforwomen.com.
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“Teach me to do thy will; for thou art my God: thy spirit is good; lead me into the land of uprightness.” Psalm 143:10 KJV While on a vacation, my family and I worked on a jigsaw puzzle. It was a mystery puzzle, so there was no picture on the box to follow a pattern. Once the puzzle was put together, you used the picture to solve the mystery. We started working and quickly found that some of the pieces connected easily and we could tell right away where they fit. Others were much more difficult. The last section we worked on was navy blue with no pattern. We would think we had found a match with certain pieces, only to find out the pieces were slightly off. It was frustrating for the final twenty-five pieces to take a half hour to fit together. We had to try each piece in every spot, since they were all a fairly uniform shape and color. Even though they looked alike, each piece was different and slamming our fists on the puzzle trying to make it fit never worked! We would just try somewhere else, and it would slide in effortlessly, finding its perfect spot. Each one of us has a perfect fit. For some it is easy to figure out what their purpose and role in life is. These people seem at ease, always pursuing the goal they know the Lord has for them. But many of us are more like the dark puzzle pieces. We think we have found the right spot, we try to squeeze ourselves in, but something doesn’t feel quite right. We know we are close, but something is off. As I worked on our jigsaw puzzle, I realized that the best thing we can do is continue the search to find the right spot. Likewise, in our lives, we get in trouble when we try to make ourselves fit somewhere because we think (or someone else thinks) we should, when in reality, God’s perfect plan is waiting around the corner. The Lord has something special planned for each person. He has something special planned for you. You have a spot in God’s plan. You have a special purpose. Take the time to explore your gifts and abilities to see how you fit.
Budget-Friendly Fashion By: Sloane Trentham Uphoff Saving money can be hard, especially with the cost of living rising every day. Going into department stores can be discouraging when you look at the price tags, and if you have a whole family to shop for, the expense can easily put you over your budget. Voice Magazine has a solution! It’s no secret that thrift stores carry less expensive, second-hand (but new to you) clothing and items, but sometimes it can be overwhelming if you have never shopped at one. Here are some great tips to help save you and your family money and stay fashionable at the same time. BEFORE YOU GO: Make sure you schedule plenty of time to shop. Unlike department stores that have everything strategically laid out for you to see, sometimes at thrift stores it takes time to sort through the junk to find the treasures. Even though it takes more time, it is much more rewarding to find a great deal. Bring cash. You might want to call and ask if the thrift store takes credit cards, because a lot of times they don’t. Know your style. That way, you won’t buy clothes that you will end up not wearing. Also, wear clothes that are easy to change in and out of so it won’t be a hassle to try clothes on. WHILE YOUʼRE THERE: ll Have patience. Sometimes thrift stores can seem & Se Buy We have sizes and styles to fit disorganized and chaotic, anyone who loves the most Scan this code but if you take your time and join us on current and popular fashion! facebook!! and dig (and dig and dig,) 100 Over Labels!!! Get all of your favorite brands r you will almost always and styles in one place!!! Popula find that perfect item. 4411 North Roan Street * Johnson City * TN * 423.282.3388 Fully inspect the Monday - Friday sell clothes 10 - 6, shop until 7 Saturday sell clothes 10 - 5, shop until 6 items. There is nothing worse than getting home and realizing there is a big stain on the front of the shirt you just bought, so look everything over carefully before purchasing anything. Most thrift stores do not allow returns. Know what to look for. Look for name brand clothes because they are high quality and made to last a long time. Look for clothes with the SEAMSTRESS SERVICES original store tags because that means they were AND MONOGRAMS never worn. Baby clothes and 423-335-9307 children’s clothes are good to buy 528 E. Elk Avenue, Elizabethton, TN Shop Day t f i Located in the back of The Dressing Room r h at thrift stores, too, because kids T l a n is Natio grow so fast and need new clothes August 17 before the old ones wear out. d Secondhan l a n WHEN YOU GET HOME: o i t a N is Wash everything before you August 25 Day Did you know? wear it. For obvious reasons. Wardrobe You can use an emery board as a stain Hire a tailor. If something doesn’t remover. Remove small stains from suede by gently rubbing the file across the problem area a fit quite right, find a tailor to customize few times to get rid of the splotch and it to your measurements. Most of the refresh the nap. time, it is still less expensive than buying new clothes.
Catch the trio’s act at Bristol Rhythm and Roots Reunion By: Sloane Trentham Uphoff On a late-October night in 2011, three girls who all happened to play guitars, write songs and sing, took the stage to perform an unrehearsed three-part harmony at O’Mainnin’s Pub and Grille in Bristol, Tenn. Although it was originally intended as a one-night performance, the girls, who called themselves Girls with Guitars, sparked more interest than they had intended. Each with their own style, Kim Lyons, Beth Snapp and Annie Robinette will join together again at Bristol Rhythm and Roots Reunion.
KIM LYONS Kim Lyons has played the guitar since she was ten years old, and she has been writing songs since she was 16. While her music has always been a hobby, it was only in the past 10 years that she became serious about it. “I have found that music is a good tool to use for fundraising,” said Kim. “So I do a lot of charity work and am involved in several organizations, including the American Cancer Society.” In fact, for the past seven years, she has coordinated a cancer support group and played at several Relay for Life fundraisers and survivor dinners, including one last year in Alaska. Her song, “Real Men Wear Pink” was inspired by the support group. “A lot of times when women get breast cancer, their husbands don’t really know what to do,” she said. “I have had a lot of men tell me that song actually changed their relationship with their wife.” Kim recently started a new job that she loves at Victory Orthotics and Prosthetics. “What I like about it is that we help people,” she said. “We also do prosthetics for the women that don’t have reconstruction after breast cancer and wear mastectomy bras.” Music and supporting cancer patients, said Kim, are the two things in her life that she is most passionate about.
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enjoys her career as an occupational therapist. Her job consists of a variety of different roles, including helping children with developmental disabilities with academics, self-care and play. “I get paid to play,” she said. “It’s pretty cool.”
ANNIE ROBINETTE Annie Robinette said nothing is normal about her life. Music is her career, and she writes songs during the day and stays up all night working on current projects. “I’m a real vampire,” she said. “Sometimes I don’t get to sleep until four or five in the morning.” Right now, she is working on her second album titled Closet Pilgrim. Two of the songs that will be on her new album, “She Won’t Be Like Me” and “Bite My Tongue” are about her oldest daughter, Emma. “I saw things as she was growing up that worried me and reminded me of myself,” said Annie. “‘She Won’t Be Like Me’ is almost in prayer form: ‘Promise me, Lord, she won’t be like me.’ It actually applies to all four of my kids. I don’t want them to go through what I had to go through.” Annie was born in Bristol and moved to North Carolina after she graduated from Tennessee High School. In North Carolina, Annie worked various jobs while she pursued her music career. She got married and had children, but she never was able to completely forget about her best friend from high school, Paul Robinette. When she came back to Bristol for a class reunion, she reconnected with Paul, and that is when she told him she had been crazy about him for the past 17 years. After they each got a divorce, they found each other single. “That is when I moved back to Bristol to be with him,” she said. It’s a great story. “We want to write a book.” Paul is the main supporter of her music, she said, and one of the most important people in her life.
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With each of the girls gathering a fan base, it was not Four to six times a month, Beth Snapp sets up with her long before the girls were brought together by a mutual PHOTO BY NINA RIZZO AND NEIL STAPLES guitar in front a group of people and sings. The one song fan. The owner of O’Maininn’s, Dave Manning, called she gets the most requests for is “Fast Car” by Tracy (Top to Bottom) Annie Robinette, Beth Snapp and Annie and pitched the idea to her, and they all jumped at Chapman. “I play originals sometimes, too,” she said. “But the opportunity. Kim Lyons make up the local trio, Girls with Guitars. those are kind of tough to play in front of crowds because, Although the group is new, the girls are old friends. you know, you’re singing you’re story.” “Annie and I have played together quite a bit,” said Kim. When she first started playing in public, Beth suffered In fact, Annie said Kim is like a mentor to her. “Kim from stage fright. She said she was afraid to let people hear her sing. is very important to me,” said Annie. “She was one of the first people to hear my original “It’s still hard,” she said. “I still get nervous, but it has gotten easier in the last couple of music and be sincere in liking it.” years.” In July 2011, Annie hosted a songwriter’s round at Main Street Café in Abingdon. That is What helped her overcome her fear the most was playing at places that were loud. where Annie and Beth met. “People can’t hear you as well as you’d want,” she said. “But at the same time, that is a “The first time I heard Beth, she made me speechless,” said Annie. “She made me want to great time to try out an original because they aren’t completely listening. It gives me practice just quit music because she is so good. She sings like a bird and writes like Hemingway!” for when I am in a more intimate environment.” “I got to play alongside Annie that night,” said Beth. “Through her, I met Kim, but I didn’t Beth wrote the song “Something Tells Me” for her boyfriend as a two-year anniversary get the opportunity to play with her until Girls with Guitars. When we finally all got on stage present, with lyrics, “If I try to make you dance/In front of people you don’t know/I just want together for the first time, it just kind of came naturally to us.” to show you off/Cause I might not have you for so long.” They recently celebrated their six The girls are scheduled to play together again at the world renowned Bristol Rhythm and year anniversary. Roots Reunion for two one-hour sets. All three said they are excited and honored to be a part “He is the best roadie on the face of the earth,” she said. “He comes to most of my gigs, of this event. To find them at Bristol Rhythm and Roots Reunion, go to helps me set up and he hangs out and listens. He’s a good one.” www.bristolrhythm.com or look for a stage with three Girls with Guitars in their hands. A typical day for Beth consists of constantly being on the go. Besides music gigs, Beth also
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Step Right Up! By Crystal Robertson, UT Extension Agent- Unicoi County With the start of school nearing, families often attempt to fit in one last summer tradition: county/state fairs. Fairs provide industrial exhibits, demonstrations and competition aimed at the advancement of livestock, horticulture, agriculture and family and consumer sciences. Special emphasis is placed on educational activities such as 4-H, Crystal Robertson FFA and similar youth development programs. While enjoying these high-minded pursuits, fair visitors are also able to see, hear, touch, smell and taste the richness and variety of what our region has to offer. The sights, sounds and aromas of fairs create memories for patrons that can last a lifetime. This fun experience is almost magical for people of all ages. Practicing a few safety principles can ensure that summer’s last hurrah is a joyful one. Dress appropriately. Resist the temptation to wear flip flops or sandals, choosing instead comfortable walking or athletic shoes and socks. Heat exhaustion and sunburn
can occur, so consider wearing sun visors or hats, and make certain everyone is “outfitted” with sunscreen. Supervise children closely. In a crowded park or fairground, it is very easy for parents and young children to become separated. Children’s senses are tantalized by sights and smells, and their excitement may cause them to stray. Demand that older children travel in pairs and maintain communication via cell phones. Hydrate and take frequent breaks. Heat and exercise call for water—and plenty of it. Take advantage of opportunities to get out of the sun when you can. Observe all safety precautions on rides. Always keep body parts inside rides. Use all safety restraints, and consult the ride’s operator if something doesn’t fit as snugly or close as securely as it should. Do NOT ride if anything feels unsafe to you. Familiarize yourself with the location of the first aid station. Make certain all family members know where the safety office is upon entering the park. This station is also commonly used as a haven for lost children and will make announcements until your child is found. Wash your hands often. Being able to touch and experience a variety of animals, handmade items and rides means our hands come in contact with many different surfaces. This makes hand washing critical. Know that animals can carry germs that can make people sick. Never eat, drink or put things into your mouth in areas where animals are displayed. Wash your hands with soap and water right after touching animals or their surroundings. If soap and water is not readily available, use hand sanitizer (look for hand sanitizer stands close to areas where livestock and other animals are held.) UT Extension supports the strong tradition of county and regional fairs. Meeting new people, sharing fair stories and creating new and exciting experiences for all ages are the most important aspects of a fair. Make certain the memories are happy and healthy ones. It's fair time in Tennessee, so hold on tight and enjoy the ride!
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August is National Peach Month Spicy Peach Chutney Ingredients 4 pounds sliced peeled peaches 1 cup raisins 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup chopped onion 5 ounces chopped preserved ginger 1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder 1 tablespoon mustard seed 1 teaspoon curry powder 4 cups packed brown sugar 4 cups apple cider vinegar 1/4 cup pickling spice
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Located off the Bristol Highway, Bellagios offers delicious, authentic Greek/Italian food. I chose to try the Mediterranean Spaghetti ($9.99,) a different type of spaghetti with light marinara juices, all white meat grilled chicken and fresh cut red and green peppers all mixed in with the noodles. Spaghetti will never be just ‘spaghetti’ at Bellagios. With choices like the Mediterranean spaghetti, Greek spaghetti (noodles tossed in olive oil and feta cheese) and the spaghetti combination (noodles tossed in marinara sauce with green peppers, mushrooms, meatballs and sausage,) they easily surpass the simple spaghetti with marinara sauce or meat sauce. Bellagios also offers Chicken and Lamb Gyro Platters, which are served with a Greek salad and homemade Greek dressing. Actually, all the dressings are homemade. Lasagna, Greek Meatballs, Chicken Parmesan and Calzones are just a few of the famous entrees that are served with salad and garlic bread. And the plentiful portions of the entrees are very filling, and don’t hesitate to ask for a “to-go box!” So, for delicious unique food, whether Greek or Italian is your preference, Bellagios offers a wide variety of choices with excellent service and great prices. Most recently introduced on the menu is Gluten free pizza. Also, pizza specials include buy one pizza, get the second one half off, including any size. Don’t leave without dessert! For dessert, there are a variety of choices including cheesecake, lemon cake, coconut cake, Baklava and Burma. The Baklava and Burma are two famous Greek desserts and samples are available to try. I chose to try the cheesecake. It was amazing - rich and sweet with a crumbly crust. I ate it slow to savor every bite. The owners, Alex and his wife Elaine, have established a restaurant with tasty food in a quiet and relaxing atmosphere with the soothing sound of a running water fountain, where children enjoy tossing coins into the water. If you are in the mood for delicious, unique food, Bellagios offers a wide variety of choices with excellent service and great prices. Tell’em that Voice Magazine for Women sent you!
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Directions 1.In a large heavy pot, stir together the peaches, raisins, garlic, onion, preserved ginger, chili powder, mustard seed, curry powder, brown sugar and cider vinegar. Wrap the pickling spice in a cheesecloth bag, and place in the pot. 2.Bring to a boil, and cook over medium heat uncovered until the mixture reaches your desired consistency. It will take about 1 1/2 hours to get a good thick sauce. Stir frequently to prevent scorching on the bottom. 3.Remove the spice bag, and ladle into hot sterilized jars. Wipe the rims with a clean moist cloth. Seal with lids and rings, and process in a barely simmering water bath for 10 minutes. The water should cover the jars completely. (allrecipes.com)
Peach Cobbler Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup white sugar 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 3/4 cup milk 1/2 cup margarine, melted 1 (29 ounce) can sliced canned peaches, drained 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Directions 1.Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. 2.In a large bowl, combine flour, sugars, baking powder, salt and vanilla. Pour milk into dry ingredients and then stir in melted margarine. Mix thoroughly. 3.Pour mixture into a 9x13 inch baking pan. Arrange peaches on top and sprinkle with cinnamon. Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes. (allrecipes.com)
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Touch-a-Truck Aug 3, 2012 - 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Itʼs First Friday in Johnson City and Hands On! is hosting Touch-a-Truck! Bring your kids down to Main Street to climb aboard and explore a
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Reiki I Workshop August 19, 2012 Instructed by Jonna Rae Bartges Reiki can be learned and used by anyone, regardless of experience or spiritual belief. Reiki I focuses on self healing and spiritual growth. Once learned, Reiki can be used to facilitate healing for yourself and for others. Reiki complements all other healing modalities, both conventional and alternative.
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Get Ready For Kindergarten Month Granny GathersSharon Griffith Lost Creek SagaMelissa Peagler
A granddaughter visits her grandmother for fun, engaging lessons and look back on Appalachian culture in this sweet, entertaining and colorful picture book for children.
Dixie Mason and her family and friends from Lost Creek, Tennessee, discover the truth behind their Quaker roots as they become a driving force of encouragement for peace around the world in Lost Creek. Keep an eye out for Lost Creek Rising, Lost Creek Against the Current and Lost Creek Outfall.
The Adventures of Little DooeyKim Rohrer Join fun-loving monkey, Little Dooey and all of his friends on several adventures that include chasing a run-away kite, a visit to the veterinarianʼs office and a wonderful birthday surprise!
Forever, Marty SeriesJessica Hayworth The insightful books aimed at “tween” readers, Marty Matters and Marty Mayhem address important but tough issues adolescents face in middle school, such as bullying and the death of a loved one.
Moondance of the FirefliesTamela Wheeler This multi-cultural story, told through the eyes of two young boys, one from Northeast Tennessee and the other from Southeast Asia, shows how children around the world are more alike than different.
The Tale of Two Sisters SeriesRebecca Williams Spindler and Madelyn Spindler
Willy the Silly-Haired SnowmanConnie Clyburn
Sara Jane is a Pain and Life According to Liz, written by mother-daughter team Rebecca and Madelyn Spindler, focus on pre-teen narrator Liz McCormick and her up and down relationships with middle school, middle school boys and her family, especially her self-centered teenage sister, Sara Jane. Definitely a must-read!
What happens when Willy the Silly-Haired Snowman arrives in the Snowman Capital of the World? Join Willy, Molly and Mayor Sigmund in Willy the Silly-Haired Snowman to find out!
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The Battle Against Bullying By: Jessica Bledsoe Hayworth We all know that bullying is an ongoing problem that affects millions of students every year in schools, but because bullying ranges so drastically in severity, many parents and persons in the educational field overlook it. Many times, quite possibly, it is because he or she is not positive the actions that have occurred Jessica Bledsoe Hayworth could be categorized as bullying. The Webster’s Dictionary defines bullying as “being treated in an overbearing or intimidating way, especially to smaller or weaker people.” Everyday our children experience others who intimidate through words. They are made to feel inferior. In many cases this complex of being inferior follows the child through his or her life, making it just as harmful as physical bullying. Just as being intimidated through physical harm is difficult to ever forget, emotional harm is just as difficult to forget. The United States Government website, www.stopbullying.gov reports that 56 percent of students have personally witnessed some type of bullying at schools. For those that do not feel it is a pervasive problem, that indicates that one in every two students has either watched someone be bullied or they have
been the target of a bully. So what you say? The same government website also reports the effects of bullying, all of which are detrimental to society, not just students. For one, student achievement in our schools suffers. Students find themselves worried about the next bullying incident instead of school work. Secondly, the adult-student relationships in and out and school suffer. For the adult who does not recognize the student’s experience as harmful, he or she portrays an attitude to the student that “nothing can be done.” Therefore, trust is gone. Lastly, parent confidence and trust in schools eventually erode. If parents and students report the incidents and schools do nothing, trust is no longer there that children are being taken care of. You, as an adult might be asking, what can I do? We can all educate ourselves on what bullying is and how detrimental its effects are. We can teach our children to speak up against bullying. Although it’s difficult for children, we should teach them that walking away is the best tool for squashing bullying incidents. Sticking together in groups also deters bullies. You might ask: what if my child has already been bullied? Remember to tell them that they are not alone, it’s not their fault, and above all, to not let the bully win! Bullying should not be allowed to ruin his or her life. We can all work together in the battle against bullying. Again, we must first educate ourselves on it, how to deter it, its effects and how to recover from it. It is an issue our society cannot afford to ignore. Author Bio: Jessica Hayworth is a Southwest Virginia native and currently lives in Northeast Tennessee with her husband, son and two dogs. She has been a teacher in the public school system for twelve years. Her love of writing brought her to write for the young adult reader. In Jessica’s young adult series, Forever, Marty, she tackles a subject relevant to every child who is the “new kid” in school. Written in the first person narrative, the reader is immediately drawn into Marty’s anxieties, frustrations and triumphs in his new school setting. For more information about Jessica Hayworth and/or to purchase her books, Marty Matter and Marty Mayhem, visit: jessicahayworth.wix.com/jess#! Or email: jessicahayworth@hotmail.com www.LittleCreekBooks.com www.JanCarolPublishing.com (coming soon)
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Psoriasis is an immune-mediated, genetic disease manifesting in the skin and/or the joints. According to the National Institutes of Health, as many as 7.5 million Americans have psoriasis. In plaque psoriasis, the most common type, patches of skin called "lesions" become inflamed and are covered by silvery white scale. Psoriasis can be limited to a few lesions or can involve moderate to large areas of skin. There are various forms of psoriasis. The severity of psoriasis can vary from person to person; however, for most people, psoriasis tends to be mild. Psoriasis is associated with other serious medical conditions such as heart disease, diabetes and hypertension. There are many myths and misperceptions about psoriasis. It's nobody's "fault" they have psoriasis. Is psoriasis contagious? No, psoriasis is not contagious. It is not something you can "catch" or "pass on." The psoriatic lesions may not look good, but they are not infections or open wounds. People with psoriasis pose no threat to the health or safety of others. What causes psoriasis? No one knows exactly what causes psoriasis, but it is believed to have a genetic component. Most researchers agree that the immune system is somehow mistakenly triggered, which speeds up the growth cycle of skin cells. A normal skin cell matures and falls off the body's surface in 28 to 30 days. But a psoriatic skin cell takes only three to four days to mature and move to the surface. Instead of falling off (shedding,) the cells pile up and form the lesions. Is there a cure for psoriasis? There is no cure, but many different treatments, both topical (on the skin) and systemic (throughout the body,) can clear psoriasis for periods of time. People often need to try out different treatments before they find one that works for them. Can psoriasis affect all parts of the body? Psoriasis most commonly appears on the scalp, knees, elbows and torso. But psoriasis can develop anywhere, including the nails, palms, soles, genitals and face (which is rare.) Often the lesions appear symmetrically, which means in the same place on the right and left sides of the body. What are psoriasis triggers? Triggers can include emotional stress, injury to the skin, some types of infection and reactions to certain drugs. Stress can cause psoriasis to flare for the first time or aggravate existing psoriasis. Psoriasis can also be triggered in areas of the skin that have been injured or traumatized. This is known as the "Koebner phenomenon." Vaccinations, sunburns and scratches can all trigger a Koebner response. The Koebner response can be treated if it is caught early enough. Certain medications, like antimalarial drugs, lithium and certain beta-blockers, are also known to cause people's psoriasis to flare. Other triggers may include weather, diet and allergies. Triggers will vary from person to person and what may cause one person's psoriasis to flare may produce no reaction in another individual. For more information, visit National Psoriasis Foundation and/or speak with your physician.
Cataracts Awareness Month More than 50 percent of Americans over the age of 80 have or have had cataracts, and while it is more common in older people, it is possible to be born with them. Here are some things you need to know about this vision-affecting condition. • A cataract is the clouding of the lens of the eye, affecting vision. Cataracts can be in only one eye or spread to both. • Cataracts can develop after surgery from other eye problems, from a previous eye injury or even after exposure to radiation. • Common symptoms for cataracts include blurred vision, faded colors, persisting glares, poor night vision and double vision. • People who smoke, who are overexposed to the sun and who have certain diseases such as diabetes are more likely to develop cataracts.
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• To cut the risk of cataracts, stop or do not start smoking, wear sunglasses or hats when in the sun and get the recommended amount of nutrients with a healthy diet. • Symptoms can be treated with a new eyeglasses prescription, but the only way to get rid of cataracts is surgery to completely replace the affected lens. However, studies are being conducted to further our understanding of cataracts.
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NHC and NHC Partners will honor their patients and families by: • Always being honest and truthful in what we say. • Showing kindness in our touch, our voices, and our body gestures. • Being efficient in our service. • Allowing the patient and family to feel confident that we will do the right job each time. • Showing a positive attitude whenever we are with or around patients and families. • Recognizing each patient as an individual, with specific likes and dislikes, and we will diligently work to serve and please each one. • Having fun and bringing joy during the time we talk and interact with patients, families and our fellow team members. NHC Johnson City is a 160-bed Skilled and Intermediate Care facility located on Bristol Highway in Johnson City, TN. NHC is fully licensed by Medicare and Medicaid. (See ad below)
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Bristol, TN/VA Weekend Package at Bristol Motor Speedway Wednesday, August 22 - Saturday, August 25, 2012 Witness History! Purchase an August Weekend Package today and get a ticket to both the Food City 250 and the Irwin Tools Night Race for one price! The Night Race of the Sprint Cup Series. Just reading those words probably gave you goose bumps. It is to race fans what Sturgis is to Harley riders and Augusta is to golfers. If you consider yourself a race fan, this is an event that must be experienced. Car and Driver Magazine called it "one of the 10 events to see before you die". See for yourself, there's racing... then there's Bristol. Tickets for the IRWIN Tools Night Race are included as part of August Weekend packages. Check the 'Tickets' tab below to learn more about your seating options. Click the “Purchase Weekend Package” button below to be taken to the online ticketing page or call us at 866-415-4158 to reserve your tickets today!
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Bacon, or as it is more commonly referred to: “meat candy,” is becoming a cultural phenomenon. So why not host a Bacon Festival to celebrate the love of this iconic food? Well, that’s just what the owners of Positive Approach Events in Johnson City, Tennessee, have decided to do on September 1, 2012. For three years, Brandi and Travis Woodall watched as the nation’s obsession grew and bacon festivals continued to crop up in several cities. “I stumbled upon this idea for an event years ago, and thought, ‘Now that’s interesting,’”said Brandi. “Travis and I love bacon, and so I began to ask others about how they felt and was amazed at the positive feedback we kept receiving for the idea.” So they began researching. And found that not only is bacon loved nationally in the US, but it is also an international marvel as well. And coincidentally the date they chose just happens to be International Bacon Day. “It was like a sign!” exclaimed Travis. “And as we are a very community minded company, we began to think of charities that could benefit from an event of this magnitude and put in a call to Bristol Motor Speedway.” “We are thrilled that the great people hosting the TriCities Bacon Fest wanted to make us part of the excitement as well,” said Claudia Byrd, Director of Speedway Children’s Charities-Bristol Chapter. “We are honored they chose Speedway Children’s Charities to benefit from the proceeds of this extremely unique event. I hope everyone will come out and have a wonderful time on September 1st! Doing so will allow us to help more deserving children in our region.” TriCities Bacon Fest will be held on September 1, 2012 at Bristol Motor Speedway. The event will feature music, arts/craft vendors, and of course, bacon! Tickets will be on
sale this summer and are sure to move fast as most bacon festivals in the nation sell out within minutes. For more information fans can visit them online at www.tricitiesbaconfest.com or find them on facebook at http://facebook.com/tcbaconfest. Elizabethton, TN Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park will host the annual Sycamore Shoals Celtic Festival in Elizabethton, TN September 7-9, 2012. Celebrate Appalachia’s Celtic heritage! For more information visit www.shoalsceltfest.com. Greeneville, TN Have you ever noticed a spiderweb because the morning sun reflecting the evening dew highlighted its detail? Then you know what it is like to see a Bob George painting. George's paintings will be on exhibit in the Artists' Showcase at the James-Ben: Studio and Art Center in Greeneville, Tenn., through Sept. 29. The Artists' Showcase is designed to introduce new artists to the community. George's East Tennessee Smoky Mountain wildflowers are amazingly detailed and precise portraits utilizing watercolor, oil and acrylic. After a career in the Washington, D.C., area as an illustrator, commercial artist and art director, George relocated to Tennessee in 2002. A Key West, Fla., native, he studied fine arts at the University of Florida and Ringling School of Art. After two tours of duty in Vietnam with the U.S. Army's First Infantry Division and later as a combat artist, George was honorably discharged after a final assignment at the White House. Throughout his time in Washington, George's artwork was featured at the Smithsonian's National Air & Space Museum, the White House, Pentagon and U.S. Park Service Visitor Centers. Notable credits include the Ernie Pyle portrait and design of the War Correspondents Memorial Hall at the Pentagon, design of the U.S. Army's bicentennial logo, murals at the U.S. Navy's Surface Warfare Center and his painting "The Spirit of the Carabao" now on display at the Army & Navy Club in D.C. Since retiring from the commercial scene and moving in Sevierville, Tenn., his wife Geri's hometown, George is engaged in painting and drawing the scenery, history and lore of the Great Smoky Mountains. His trail impressions and photos are the source of a multitude of subjects ranging from wildflowers to the remnants of early settlement in the local area. His pen & Ink drawings of the life and times of Greene County's most famous public servant, President Andrew Johnson, chronicle an irresistible vision and a historically accurate documentation of this complex, frequently controversial, yet devoted American. George was honored to be chosen as the Smoky
Johnson City, TN Dinosaurs – they’re monstrous, glamorous and have long been the subject of Hollywood blockbusters. New research emerges almost daily in the field of paleontology, causing the scientific community to rethink the way we’ve perceived these titanic creatures that once ruled the Earth. Beginning Sept. 22nd, visitors to Hands On! Regional Museum can slip back in time and walk among the Dinosaurs in a lush, prehistoric setting. Dinosaurs features six half-sized roaring, robotic dinosaurs including the king of dinosaurs – Tyrannosaurus rex – Triceratops, Pachycephalosaurus, Dimetrodon, Stegosaurus and a mother Apatosaurus protecting her newly hatched babies. Go beyond the bones and see how these prehistoric creatures may have looked and sounded when they roamed the Earth millions of years ago. The exhibit offers interactive opportunities to learn about the lives of dinosaurs and prehistoric reptiles. Learn about late Permian, late Jurassic and late Cretaceous periods, as well as where these prehistoric creatures lived and what their diet included. For more information visit www.handsonmuseum.org or call (423) 434-HAND (4263). The Appalachian Fair in Gray, TN will be held August 20 – 25, 2012. Main Stage Entertainment Tickets go on sale on Saturday, July 28th at 9:00 a.m. (423) 477-1420 - Ticket Office Hours: Monday – Friday 11am - 6pm & Saturdays 9am – 6pm. Ticket Office Will Be Closed Sundays Except For August 19th from 11am - 7pm. ADMISSION FEES General Admission - $8.00 - Children 6-11 - $3.00, Children 5 & under - Free when attended by an adult. SPECIAL PROGRAMS - School Day - Monday, Aug.20 All grade and high school students admitted FREE until 6:00 p.m. Senior Americans Day - Thursday, Aug .23 $4.00 for seniors 60 & over TN Family Community Education Clubs Day -Thursday, Aug. 23 - Free Admission with FCE - Card until 6:00 p.m. ETSU Pride Day- Friday, August 24th. For the complete list of activities, performances or booth rental, visit appalachianfair.com or call Appalachian Fairgrounds 423- 477-3211 or email: appfair@embarqmail.com Mountain States Health Alliance Health Resources Center Classes The Sweet Life! Taking Control of Your Diabetes Saturday, September 22 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. A day full of interesting, informative FREE classes, screenings, displays and giveaways for all ages at the HRC located in The Mall of Johnson City.
Sit and Be Fit- Chair Exercises Wednesday, August 15 from 12 p.m.- 1 p.m. at the Annex Speaker: Darlene Hatley, RN, MS, JCMC Chair exercises can be used for strength training, cardiovascular conditioning or improving flexibility. Come “sit a spell” and improve your health! FREE! Mommy’s Milk Club-Breast Feeding Group Monday, August 13 & 27 from 1p.m.- 2:30 p.m. at the Annex Speaker: Chasta Hite, RNC, IBCLC, MSHA Get to know other moms who are breast feeding and learn, share and support each other. Topics are, “When Mom & Baby Get Sick,” and “Breastfeeding, Sexuality and Contraception.” FREE! Self Defense for Women-Through the eyes of an attacker Thursday, August 16 from 6 p.m.- 7 p.m. at the Annex Speaker: Lt. Patrick Johnson, Carter County Sheriff’s Department Learn behaviors and methods of distraction that make you vulnerable to an attacker. An “eye opening” experience as you see yourself as an attacker sees you. Safety tips that YOU can use to save your life! FREE! CPR- Health Care Provider Saturday, August 11 from 8 a.m.- noon or 1 p.m.- 5 p.m. at the Annex For health care workers and includes CPR for adult, child and infant victims, plus AED training and foreign body airway obstruction. Includes new AHA guides. There is a fee for the class. Gynecological Cancers- What Women Need to Know Monday, August 6 from 6 p.m.- 7 p.m. Speaker: Mark Doherty, MD There are 5 different types of gynecologic cancers, each unique and possessing different signs and symptoms. Early diagnosis is the key! Join us to learn about testing and treatment options including minimally invasive robotic surgery. FREE! All classes are held in the HRC Classroom unless Annex Classroom location is specified. Please call (423)915-5200 for more information.
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Mountains National Park's 2010 "Wildflower Artist of the Year." His winning entry "Bloodroot," was selected as part of a national juried competition and was used as the pilgrimage's promotional image for 2010. According to Karen Green, gallery coordinator for the Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts which showcased his watercolors, acrylics and pen & ink drawings in conjunction with the competition, "Bob's skill as an illustrator and a painter are exquisite. It is evident that he has a strong relationship with and has mastered his media. His work brings the beauty and composition of nature to life on paper—the rendering of a simple stone becomes a captivating visual."
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