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Modern Day

JUNE 2018

APPALACHIAN WOMAN

APPALACHIAN LIVING

Welcome to Modern Day Appalachian Woman…

Appalachian Living!

(Sister magazine to Voice Magazine for Women)

Welcome to the new magazine, Modern Day Appalachian Woman…Appalachian Living!

We women from the Appalachian region know how our strength and determination supports our accomplishments. Appalachia is comprised of women who are trailblazers.

Those trailblazers are inspirations for other women as they create growth opportunities for their ‘sisters’ in this region. Our focus, with this brand-new digital addition to Voice Magazine for Women is to broaden the ‘voice’ of women in the Appalachian region.

Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc. is expanding our footprint to focus even more on women.

We invite you to be a part of our growth. Do you know a woman who has made a difference in the Appalachian region? Do you know a woman who has made a difference in the past, or is currently making a difference in the ‘voice’ of women in this region? Do you know a woman who deserves recognition for her contributions to enable the women in the Appalachian region through her work, her career, her business, her creativity, or her craft? Let us know! We want to feature her.

Contact us for details at publisher@jancarolpublishing.com.

Also, please share with us your favorite regional recipes, grandma’s medical remedies, or regional tips that have been passed down from generation to generation. Join us in introducing our Appalachian region globally and around the world. Our online magazine will be seen EVERYWHERE, so grow with us!

We are asking you for your feedback! Do we keep Modern Day Appalachian Woman…Appalachian Living as an online magazine, or do we make it print? Let us know your thoughts!

Janie C. Jessee, Editor

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What Triggers Migraines?

When a Headache Might be More

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common type of headache characterized by throbbing pain on one side of the head, migraines affect millions of people across the globe. Many people who suffer from migraine headaches get a warning that one is coming on.

That warning manifests itself in a series of symptoms known as an aura, or a group of vision disturbances. In addition, migraine sufferers may experience nausea, sensitivity to light, and vomiting. While such symptoms are well known among migraine sufferers or those closest to them, what exactly triggers these painful headaches is less widely known.

Per the United States National Library of Medicine, migraines may be triggered by the following factors: • Loud noises or bright lights • Alcohol • Stress or anxiety • Smoking • Caffeine withdrawal • Changes in hormone levels during the menstrual cycle or changes triggered by using birth control pills (migraines occur more often in women than men).

• Missed meals • Changes in sleep patterns • Certain foods, such as those that contain monosodium glutamate, or MSG, baked goods, chocolate, nuts, peanut butter, dairy products, onions. Foods containing tyramine such as red wine, aged cheese, smoked fish, certain beans, and certain fruits including avocado, banana, and citrus fruits may also cause migraines.

Contrary to popular belief, migraine headaches are not a byproduct of brain tumors or other serious medical problems. That misconception likely stems from the similarity of certain symptoms of a migraine to symptoms of brain tumors and other serious ailments. More information about migraines is available at www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov.

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lthough headaches can be painful, they often are harmless. Once a headache subsides, a person can resume normal activity. However, some headaches are indicative of a more serious condition and warrant further investigation. Should a headache fit the following criteria, it may be time to visit a doctor.

• Extreme pain: If the headache comes on very suddenly and is characterized by extreme pain, it may be a sign of an aneurysm. This occurs when a blood vessel in the brain tears and cuts off blood supply to a part of the brain.

Aneurysms are treatable if medical attention is promptly sought.

• Head injury: Headache following sports injuries or head trauma should be checked by physicians. Injuries can cause brain swelling and buildup of fluid inside of the skull.

• Neurological issues: If the headache is accompanied by neurological issues, such as slurred speech, problems moving your limbs, changes in vision, confusion, or memory loss, see a doctor.

• First-time headache for older adult: Headaches in adulthood following a lifelong pattern of headaches may be nothing to worry about.

However, if you are 50 or older and suddenly are experiencing acute headaches, it may be a sign of something serious.

• Headache and stiff neck: Bacterial and viral forms of meningitis can cause a headache along with a stiff neck and, in some instances, vomiting. If these symptoms all coincide, you should be tested.

• Headache type changes: If symptoms of recent headaches are unlike past symptoms, it may be wise to talk to a doctor about the changes.

Changes can include increased frequency, different pain locations, or any other new symptoms.

Headaches are often innocuous, but in some instances they may be signs of something serious.

Visit a doctor to rule out more serious implications of headaches.

Brain-Healthy Habits to Embrace C ognitive decline is a condition that is often associated with aging, but even middle-aged people can experience memory loss or cognition issues.

The Alzheimer’s Association says that more than five million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. By 2050, that number could rise to as high as 16 million people. More than 747,000 Canadians are living with Alzheimer’s or another dementia, says the Canadian Alzheimer’s Association.

Although there is no definitive way to prevent dementia, living a long, vibrant life may be possible by encouraging some healthy habits for the brain. It is never too late or too early to begin health and lifestyle changes.

Exercise

Becoming more active can improve brain volume, reduce risk for dementia, and improve thinking and memory skills. The journal Neurology found that older people who vigorously exercise performed better on cognitive tests than others of the same age, placing them at the equivalent of 10 years younger. Increased blood flow that occurs with physical activity may help generate new neurons in the hippocampus, an area of the brain involved with learning and memory.

Quit smoking

The Alzheimer’s Association indicates that evidence shows smoking increases the risk of cognitive decline. Smoking can impair blood flow to the brain and cause small strokes that may damage blood vessels.

Eat healthy foods

Foods that are good for the heart and blood vessels also are good for the brain. These include fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, fish-based proteins, unsaturated fats, and foods containing omega-3 fatty acids. Neurologists state that, while research on diet and cognitive function is limited, diets, such as Mediterranean and Mediterranean-DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension), may contribute to a lower risk of cognitive issues.

Consume caffeine

A Journal of Nutrition study found people ages 70 and older who consumed more caffeine scored better on tests of mental function than those who consumed less caffeine. Caffeine may help improve attention span, cognitive function, and feelings of well-being. Informa-

tion from Psychology Today also indicates caffeine may help in the storage of dopamine, which can reduce feelings of depression and anxiety. In addition, compounds in cocoa and coffee beans may improve vascular health and help repair cellular damage due to high antioxidant levels.

Work the brain

Engaging in mentally stimulating activities can create new brain connections and more backup circuits, states Dr. Joel Salinas, a neurologist at Harvard-affiliated Massachusetts General Hospital. Working the brain through puzzles, reading, and participating in social situations can stimulate the release of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), a molecule essential for repairing brain cells and creating connections between them.

A good way to combine these lifestyle factors is to take an exercise class with friends, mixing the social, stimulation and exercise recommendations together. Cognitive decline can come with aging, but through healthy habits, people can reduce their risk of memory loss and dementia.

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Minimize Dark Circles Under the Eyes R accoon eyes may be a side effect of forgetting to remove mascara and other eye makeup before retiring for bed. In such instances, dark eye circles are easily remedied with cleaning pads. For those whose dark circles that can’t be swept away with soap and water, dark, puffy eyes can be a cause for embarrassment or concern.

Dark circles under the eyes may be a byproduct of various circumstances. Getting to the root of the problem can help women (and men) look more awake and fresh.

Accept Genetics Genetics may be the biggest culprit in under eye circles. Some people simply inherit fair or thin skin around the eyes. This can make blood that pools in these

areas (from stretched or broken capillaries) more visible. While a person cannot change his or her skin tone, gently washing one’s face — paying careful attention to the sensitive eye area — can help reduce damage. Also, getting more sleep can increase circulation to this area and prevent blood pooling.

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According to Allergy & Asthma Care of New York, allergies and other sinus issues can cause puffiness and dark eye circles. Histamines, which are released when an allergen is present, can cause blood vessels to swell and inflame. Getting tested for seasonal allergies can help people identify some possible triggers.

Reduce Swelling Under eye bags can cause shadows to form and increase the appearance of dark circles. To remedy this, try to reduce fluid pooling in the face. Sleep elevated on a few pillows so that fluid flows away from the eyes.

Reduce consumption of alcohol and salty foods, which can exacerbate fluid retention. Cool compresses can be used to massage fluid gently away from the eyes as well.

Apply Sunscreen Dark circles may result from pigmentation changes that occur after exposure to the sun or some other type of UV light. Individuals who apply sunscreen on their faces, including around their eyes, may be able to reduce or prevent pigment changes.

Rely on Concealer Makeup can help counter the look of dark shadows and pigmentation around the eyes. Use a shade that is opposite the color of the circles to camouflage them.

Makeup artists also advise applying concealer in the shape of a triangle. That way, a person is creating a light arrow that draws attention to the bright part of her eyes.

Under eye circles and swelling can be alleviated when people get to the source of the problem. A combination of treating the sources and masking the issue can help. In severe cases, individuals should visit their dermatologists.

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The Risk Factors for Melanoma A

form of cancer that develops in the pigment-making cells of the skin known as the melanocytes, melanoma is a relatively rare form of skin cancer. Per the American Cancer Society, melanoma is more dangerous than basal and squamous cell skin cancers, which are the most common types of the disease, because it is likely to metastasize if not detected early.

No one is invulnerable to the potential threat posed by melanoma, though some people are at greater risk of the disease than others. The following are some of the risk factors for melanoma, courtesy of the Skin Cancer Foundation.

Sun Exposure

Exposure to the sun can increase a person’s risk factor for various forms of skin cancer, including melanoma. The SCF notes that blistering sunburns suffered in early childhood especially increase a person’s risk of developing melanoma, though sunburns later in life also can increase that risk. In addition, people who live in places that get substantial sunlight, such as Florida and Hawaii, tend to develop more skin cancers than people who live in areas with less sunlight. Tanning booths and beds also increase exposure to ultraviolet rays, which increase one’s melanoma risk.

Moles

The more moles a person has on his or her skin, the greater his or her risk for melanoma. There are two types of moles: normal moles and atypical moles. Normal moles are small, brown blemishes or beauty marks that appear in the first few decades of life. Many people develop such moles. Atypical moles, known as “dysplastic nevi,” can be precursors to melanoma, and people with such moles are at greater risk of developing the disease. It can be difficult to distinguish between normal and atypical moles, though the SCF notes that atypical moles that itch, bleed, crust, ooze, swell, or are elevated from the skin might be in particular danger of becoming melanomas.

Atypical moles that are bluish-black in color, or become persisting open sores are also at greater risk of becoming melanomas.

Skin Type

People with fair skin are at greater risk of various types of skin cancers, including melanomas. Such is also the case for people with light-colored hair and eyes.

Weakened Immune System

People whose immune systems have been compromised are at greater risk of developing melanoma than those whose immune systems are working at full strength. Chemotherapy, organ transplant surgery, excessive exposure to the sun, and diseases such as HIV/AIDS can weaken the immune system.

Family History

The SCF notes that roughly 10 percent of people diagnosed with melanoma have a family member who also has been diagnosed. People whose mother, father, siblings, or children have developed melanoma are considered to be in families that are prone to melanoma. In fact, each person with a first-degree relative who has been diagnosed with melanoma has a 50 percent greater chance of developing the disease than someone with no such family connection.

Melanoma is a potentially deadly form of skin cancer. People with a family history of the disease, or those who spend substantial time in the sun, should be especially vigilant about protecting their skin.

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Beginner’s Guide to Kayaking

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ayaking is a water sport that can be beneficial to the mind and body. Just about anyone willing to spend a day on the water can benefit from learning about kayaking and how to get started with this rewarding activity.

The history of kayaking is interesting. The word “kayak” means “hunter’s boat,” and the Inuit used to rely on these small vessels to catch food by sneaking up on their prey from the water’s edge. Some people still hunt and fish from their kayaks, but many are happy to use them for sightseeing and exercising.

“Paddle-sports are increasing in popularity among Americans who desire to connect with the outdoors,” said Christine Fanning, executive director of The Outdoor Foundation. The Outdoor Foundation and The Coleman Company, Inc., found in a Special Report on Paddle-sports that 21.7 million Americans enjoyed paddling on rivers, lakes, streams, and other waterways in 2014, the most recent year for which data is available.

Paddle-sports include canoeing, rafting, kayaking, and stand-up paddling.

Learning how to kayak does not involve a significant initial financial investment.

The outdoor experts at REI say there’s a good chance a novice kayaker will not go out and buy a boat immediately. It’s important to first get a feel for the sport and then go from there.

Although it’s not necessary, it’s recommended that novices take paddling lessons to hone their kayaking skills. Learning the proper technique can help people avoid strain on their neck and back, and safeguard their arms from fatigue.

Novices should practice on calm waters until their technique is honed. Lakes are a great place to learn, as rivers and places with mild currents can overwhelm those new to the sport.

One of the easiest ways to get introduced to kayaking is to go with an experienced paddler or tour company.

Such companies charge a set price for an excursion that will provide transportation to the drop site as well as the equipment needed for the voyage. Tours may include travel down several miles of a relatively calm waterway, allowing novice kayakers to get a feel for paddling and take in the scenery.

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Tea Traditions Around the World O

ne of the oldest beverages known to mankind, tea in its various forms is enjoyed across the globe. Believed to have originated in China, tea has been consumed for millennia. Some attribute its discovery and invention to Chinese emperor and herbalist Shennong in 2732 BCE. Legend says that the emperor liked his drinking water boiled so it would be free of pathogens. One day, on a trip to a distant region, a leaf from a wild tea bush fell unnoticed into the boiled water presented to the emperor. The emperor found the flavor refreshing, and tea was born.

Today, tea is consumed for pleasure, to ease sore throats and other ailments, and has even been used as a medicine.

It also has been ingrained in traditions and customs from around the world, with the beverage varying in significance from country to country.

China

The Chinese emphasize the flavor and preparation of tea.

The Chinese Tea Ceremony brings about peace, tranquility, enjoyment, and truth. The art of making tea is called “Cha do,” and the Chinese take tea seriously. Tea is served with the same care for service that is applied when serving wine in other countries.

Britain

Tea is often associated with England, and the British fervor for tea helped spread it to the New World. While tea only arrived in England in the 1600s, the country embraced it, making “afternoon tea” a popular tradition. The traditional tea hour was between 4 and 5 pm, when tea was served as a light refreshment between lunch and dinner.

Russia

Many Russians also love tea. Tea was once considered an upper-class product, but it is now enjoyed by Russians of various means. Zavarka, a very strong tea that can be enjoyed for several rounds, is very popular in Russia.

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The Japanese have their own tea ceremonies, also called “The Way of the Tea.” A ceremonial preparation of “matcha,” which is a powdered green tea, is as much about performance art as it is about the tea itself. The tea is served to a small group of people in popular teahouses.

Tea has won the world over with its appeal and versatility, earning its reputation as one of the world’s most popular social beverages.

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Cucumber In a small bowl, whisk together Tomato Salad 1 1/2 cups organic heirloom olive oil, vinegar, garlic, and sugar.

Add garlic and stir well. Drizzle tomatoes, cut into cubes mixture over tomatoes, etc, and 1 cucumber, sliced stir until well coated. Refrigerate Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 8 oz fresh mozzarella, cubed for 1 hour. Remove from refrigRoll puff pastry onto floured 4 tablespoons olive oil erator 30 minutes before serving. surface. Sprinkle olive oil onto a 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar Toss before serving. baking sheet. Place pastry dough 1 clove garlic, minced on oiled baking sheet. On top 1 tsp sugar of pastry, place sliced tomatoes, Salt cheese pieces, and basil leaves— Pepper 8 fresh basil leaves 2 tablespoons chopped garlic (optional) Salt and pepper to taste Olive oil

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How to Make Father’s Day

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More Enjoyable for Dad

ad gets to be king of his castle at least one day during the year. Come midJune, children near and far scramble for ideas to treat their fathers to a special day and award him with gifts for being a role model, provider, and confidante. Father’s Day activities should be centered around Dad’s interests. With that in mind, the following are some ideas to honor Dad or another special man in your life.

• Sports Sunday: If Dad is a sports fan, his idea of spending a fun-filled afternoon very well may be cheering on his favorite players. Whether your father enjoys golf, tennis, baseball, soccer, or another sport like hunting or fishing, chances are there is a television broadcast on that you can watch together.

Otherwise, you can surprise Dad by purchasing tickets to a sporting event and making a day of it at the ballpark.

• Beach bound: A relaxing day at the beach may be the perfect way to spend Father’s Day. Dad can enjoy the entire family while sitting back in his beach chair and watching the waves roll in. Pack a picnic lunch with his favorite foods and a cold beer, and Dad may just say this was his best celebration yet.

Changing Parenting Roles for Dads Parenting roles continue to evolve as families look for solutions that meet all of their needs. To meet the financial demands of raising a family, parents may be taking on less traditional roles. For example, many fathers are now stay-at-home dads.

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• Adventure seeker: If yours is a father who enjoys living on the edge, a Father’s Day activity built around action and adventure should be a winner. Take Dad base jumping, rock climbing, scuba diving, or race car driving. Any of these activities is bound to get Dad’s adrenaline pumping.

• R&R: Dad’s idea of the perfect Father’s Day may be an afternoon free of obligations and deadlines. A relaxing day in the yard swimming laps in the pool or hitting a few grounders to your waiting baseball mitt may be all the excitement he needs.

Toss a few steaks on the grill to give Father’s Day a truly perfect ending.

• Impromptu party: Some dads like to be the center of attention. A Father’s Day party thrown in his honor, complete with friends and family, can be an entertaining way to spend the day. If you are worried about interrupting others’ Father’s Day plans, host the gathering on the Saturday before Father’s Day and let Dad be the life of the party.

Finger foods, barbecue, a limited list of cocktails and other beverages, and some background music are all that you need to host a festive function.

Plan a Father’s Day celebration with your dad in mind. Cater to his favorite activities and opt for entertainment that he will enjoy.

so both parents can work would be a detriment to the family, it can make sense to have the higher earner be the sole breadwinner.

• Personalities: Some women simply see themselves thriving more in the workforce than as a primary caregiver at home, while some dads want to be home with their children and do not measure success in job titles or income.

These scenarios make the stay-at-home dad model more plausible.

• Open-mindedness: If the situation does not affect the children, and grandparents and other supportive people in the kids’ lives are amenable to the idea, then accepting less traditional roles can be successful.

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How to Pet-Proof a Home

necessary, make sure all foods are served on dinner tables or kitchen counters that are inaccessible to pets.

• Conceal all wires. Today’s homes are more connected than ever before, and that often translates to more wires around the house. Make sure all wires are bundled together and out of the reach and view of pets, who may be tempted to chew on them. Even wires that are out of reach may tempt pets if they can see them, so pet owners should make concerted efforts to conceal wires.

• Move or remove potentially poisonous plants. Prospective pet owners should research each plant in their homes to make sure they’re not poisonous.

Move potentially poisonous plants to places where pets cannot access them. Remove any poisonous floor plants from the home before purchasing or adopting a pet.

Pets, particularly puppies and kittens, tend to be curious.

Pet parents can protect pets from their own curiosity by pet proofing their homes.

Tens of millions of households throughout North America include pets. The American Veterinary Medical Foundation reports that more than 80 million households in the United States include companion animals, while the 2014 Canadian Pet Market Outlook reported that 57 percent of Canadian households owned pets.

Pets are a big responsibility, and responsible pet owners recognize that the work begins even before pets come home.

Pet proofing a home protects pets from accidents and injuries as they grow acclimated to their surroundings.

• Install childproof latches. Much like children after they learn to crawl and then walk, young pets tend to be curious, and that curiosity can put them in precarious positions. Pet owners should install childproof latches on low drawers and cabinets, especially those beneath sinks where potentially harmful cleaning products are typically stored.

Curious pet paws may be able to pry or pull open cabinets and drawers, but childproof latches can make that considerably more difficult, if not impossible.

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Buried Secrets

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CHAPTER 4

He ignored her. “The state is normally perpetually slow. Every time we’ve needed something approved or needed funding they’ve dragged their feet for six months or more.”

The way he said ‘we’ made Evelyn cringe. The ‘we’ they were now was much different than what they had been even a few hours ago. Where they had been good friends and coworkers, they were now begrudging partners in crime—their new relationship built on distrust rather than loyalty.

“I asked him to show me where he thought all these artifacts were buried and he circled a range of like three or four miles. Well hell, three or four miles is nothing, ya know?”

Evelyn could see Leo’s lips twitch into a smirk.

He must have thought he was so clever. She wondered if he still thought that now that he was backed Leo’s tale seeped into Evelyn’s ears along with into a corner and on the cusp of unemployment. the soft chirping crickets that surrounded them. It “I sent him to the Parks office; I was thinking I seemed as though even the trees were listening, processing, planning the next steps in this contorted had at least four or five months to find the treasure and cover my tracks back up. How hard could it and foolish adventure Evelyn was embarking on. be, right? But me and the guys,” Leo gestured to Two months ago, a man had scheduled a meet- the scraggly path leading back towards the main ing with Leo. He’d arrived at the Cavern Park Wel- park entrance, the direction that his buddies had come Center during a time when Evelyn and most all gone. “We’ve been out here for a month and we of the other employees were out to lunch. He car- haven’t found one damn thing. Not even some lost ried with him a binder of evidence to support his change! I’ve had like fifty ticks on me and at least belief that historical artifacts dating back to the ear- three close calls with snakes. Honestly, I’m kind of ly days of Prohibition were lost on park grounds. glad you’re here, Eve, you’ve always been better at According to Leo, the man’s credentials as a histo- knowing the land than I have.” rian were extensive and impressive.

There was that nickname again. He’d called her “I told him we couldn’t help him.” Leo shrugged. that so many times over the years they’d known “This is state property, whatever search he wanted each other that it almost slipped by her now. But to conduct had to be approved by the Parks and the way it sounded falling from his lips was different out here; his words were sickeningly sweet.

Recreation Department.”

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Leo continued in a sly tone. “The guy speculat“Oh but your search didn’t?” Evelyn rolled her eyes in disgust. She’d never known her boss to be ed there’s something like 450,000 dollars’ worth of crap buried out here, Evelyn. You know what we so slimy.

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could do with that?”

“And found nothing?”

Evelyn couldn’t help the humorless laugh that burst from her lips. “You won’t convince me to join your convoy of thieves and liars. Don’t expect my sympathy, Leo. If my plan works and we find even a little of what is supposed to be out here—if there is anything—you won’t see a penny of it. With any luck, it will be the peace offering I intend it to be, and the state will let me and the others keep our jobs. Whether you get to keep yours or not isn’t my problem. You brought this on yourself.”

“Not a thing thus far.” The response came through the trees and Evelyn looked over her shoulder to see Allen’s flickering flashlight beam as he approached them. She noticed he wasn’t returning from the same direction he’d left.

Leo’s face looked hurt for the briefest of moments, but Evelyn couldn’t be bothered to decipher whether or not his emotion was real or just another con. If her ‘plan’ as she called it had any chance of coming to fruition, she needed to figure out what her first steps were. Despite her powerful, no nonsense attitude, Evelyn was flying blind, just hoping that she could B-S her way back into a job and in the opposite direction of a jail cell.

“Just thought I’d look around a—” Allen’s words were cut off by the crunch of snapping branches.

Evelyn heard him curse sharply under his breath.

“Did the historian give you any idea of exactly what these artifacts are supposed to be,” she questioned.

“Get lost?” She tried to hide the suspicion in her voice, but she couldn’t deny her newfound mistrust of Leo and anyone that had joined up with him.

“All right, Allen,” Leo piped up in question.

“Friggin’ foot went through the ground! Some ditch or something…” his voice trailed off, replaced by sounds of struggle.

Both Evelyn and Leo started towards Allen’s light. They walked carefully at first, avoiding dug out holes and pooled rain water. But a shout of surprise and the thud of falling rocks and earth brought more urgency to their feet, and both Cavern Park employees stumbled up the small hill towards Allen as quickly as possible. When they reached him, Leo burst into chuckles.

“‘Historical artifacts’ is as specific as he got.”

Leo’s voice was no longer overly kind and manipulative. Instead, his words were hard and matter of fact, his anger over being caught and forced into Allen, along with the ground he’d been standan alternative course of action bleeding into his deing on, had collapsed into one of the many caves meanor.

Cavern Park was famous for. He sat on his behind Evelyn ran a hand through her hair. “Great.” some ten feet below them, brushing dirt off his face She glanced around at the over turned land. “How and scowling up at his heckler. much ground have you covered? Do you have a Evelyn stood a ways back from the sink hole, map?” looking over the map at all the little blue triangles Leo stiffly jerked a folded-up park brochure marking multiple cave entrances. They were just from his pocket and handed it to her. She unrum- west of the center of the red circle drawn by the hispled the pamphlet and flipped it over to the map torian, but there wasn’t a single blue triangle within on the back. Her eyes scanned the printed land- ten miles. She figured here was as good a place as scape, pinpointing on a circle drawn in red. any to start their search.

“We’ve covered a mile-ish,” Leo said finally.

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