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We women from the Appalachian region know how our strength and our 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 addition to Voice Magazine for Women is to broaden the ‘voice’ of women in this region and throughout the Appalachian region. Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc. is expanding our footprint to focus on even more 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 Appalachia 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! Featured on the cover this month are strong, Appalachian women that have been showcased in Modern Day Appalachian Woman previously.
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he availability of digital content has made it easy to forget how pleasurable it can be to pick up a good book and get lost in a story. In fact, a 2015 Huffington Post/YouGov poll of 1,000 adults in the United States found that 28 percent hadn’t read a single book in the previous 12 months. Researchers at the Yale School of Public Health analyzed 12 years of data from the University of Michigan’s Health and Retirement Study concerning reading habits. Among the 3,600 participants over the age of 50, those who read books for as little as 30 minutes per day over several years were living an average of two years longer than those who didn’t read. Studies have shown that reading improves fluency and story retention, while providing a host of additional benefits to young children. However, the perks do not end with the passing of adolescence. Data published in the journal, Neurology, found reading regularly improves memory function by working out the brain. This can help slow a decline in memory and other brain functions. Frequent brain exercise can lower mental decline by 32 percent, according to research published in The Huffington Post. Reading also can be calming, helping to reduce stress as a result. By losing oneself in a book, worries and stress
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can melt away, says research conducted in 2009 at the University of Sussex. Measuring heart rate and muscle tension, researchers discovered that study participants needed just six minutes to relax once they began reading. There are many other reasons why reading is good for the mind and body. The following tips can help men and women find more time to read. • Find small minutes to read. Busy people may think they don’t have the time to devote to reading, but if they read in small intervals, the amount of time will add up. Read during commutes (if you’re not driving), while in physicians’ waiting rooms, or during a lunch hour. • It’s okay to quit. If you’re a few chapters into a book and it’s not striking your fancy, it’s okay to trade up for a more interesting tale. Don’t feel obligated to finish a book if you are not engaged. • Read paper books. Reading printed books can be a welcome, relaxing change from looking at screens all day. This may inspire you to read more and for longer periods of time. • Join a book club. A book club in which you engage with fellow readers can motivate you to read more often.
Make Laundry Day More Eco-Friendly
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Renovating a Historic Home L
iving in an historic home can be a labor of love. The history and the distinct architecture of historic homes draw buyers to such properties, but what historic homes have in regard to history they often lack in the conveniences of modern life, forcing many historic-home owners to make renovations to bring their homes into the 21st century. Historic-home renovations differ from other types of modifications. According to the Victorian Preservation Association, renovation is getting a home back to where it may have been when originally built, but making concessions for today’s lifestyle. Preservation is the act of maintaining a structure in its current historic state, and restoration is returning a home to its original state. Unless a homeowner plans to use an outhouse or live without electricity, the majority of work done on historic properties is likely to fall into the category of a renovation. Renovating an aging structure can be fulfilling and help to make a home more functional. But make no mistake, such a renovation is a major undertaking. Before beginning, it pays to hire a professional consultant with expertise in renovating historic properties. He or she can inspect the property to determine which areas of the home are safe and which will need to be upgraded. A professional inspection also can determine if any deficiencies lie hidden in the structure. Potential concerns can be toxic paints and other substances, building code issues, rotting, and structural settling. Professionals will know what to look for and guide homeowners accordingly. Homeowners also may want to consult with a preservation association, community restoration group, or general owner-builder group. These people can refer homeowners to the craftspeople and materials that will be needed for a job.
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Homeowners can request to see other historic properties in the area and learn what those owners did to maintain the integrity of a home when using newer materials. Before any work is started, homeowners should find out if their home is listed with the National Register of Historic Places. According to the United States National Parks Service, property owners can do whatever they want with their property so long as there are no federal monies attached to the property. However, the property owner should also contact his or her state’s historic preservation office, or SHPO. The SHPO is the state agency that oversees historic preservation efforts in each state, and there may be state or local preservation laws that the owner should be aware of before renovating a historic property. Craftspeople should have experience with historic homes, and a sensitivity and appreciation of renovating older properties. Homeowners always should see examples of a craftsperson’s work and verify references from each contractor before hiring anyone to work on the property. Homeowners who want to include traditional hardware and other period details in their homes may be able to find quality replicas of historic milling materials, while others may want to scour antique shops or salvage yards for era-appropriate materials. Historic renovations can be costly and have a tendency to go over budget because of unforseen damage and hazards that have to be repaired so the building is up to code. Going into the project with this in mind can help soften the blow of extra costs down the road. Historic homes can be beautiful and appeal to buyers who appreciate the one-of-a-kind nature of older properties. Renovating historic homes may take time and money, but the results may be well worth the effort.
Miss Ruthie’s Old-Fashioned Peach Cobbler Soul food is beloved by many people across the globe. While certain main dishes garner the bulk of that love, soul food desserts, such as the following recipe for “Miss Ruthie’s Old-Fashioned Peach Cobbler” from Patty Pinner’s Sweets: Soul Food Desserts & Memories (Ten Speed Press), can complete a meal and keep friends and family coming back for more. Makes one 8-inch cobbler 1 unbaked double pie crust (see below) 8 cups peeled and sliced fresh peaches 2 cups granulated sugar 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1. 2. 3. 4.
Preheat the oven to 475 F. Lightly butter an 8-inch square glass dish. Set it aside. Prepare the pasty for a double-crust pie. Set it aside. Combine the peaches, sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice in a 4-quart Dutch oven. Allow the mixture to sit until the dry ingredients are dissolved and a syrup forms, about 15 minutes. Bring the peach mixture to a boil over medium heat. Decrease the heat to low and cook until the peaches are tender, about 10 minutes. Remove the mixture from the heat and add the butter. 5. Roll out half of the pie pastry, then cut it into an 8-inch square. Spoon half of the peach mixture into the prepared dish. Cover the mixture with the pastry square. Bake 12 to 14 minutes, or until lightly browned. Take the dish out of the oven and spoon the remaining peach mixture over the baked pastry. Roll out the remaining pastry, then cut it into strips about an inch wide. Arrange the strips in a loose lattice pattern over the peach mixture. Bake an additional 15 to 20 minutes, or until browned. Remove from the oven. Serve warm.
3. Being careful not to overwork the dough, form the dough into a ball with your hands. Wrap the ball in plastic, then chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. 4. Transfer the dough from the refrigerator to a lightly floured surface. Flatten the ball slightly and dust the top of it with flour before rolling it out with a rolling pin. Divide the dough into two portions before rolling. Begin rolling at the center of the dough and work outward. Roll the dough out into a circle about 4 inches wider than the pie pan it will be placed in.
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cups all-purpose flour, sifted teaspoon salt cup vegetable shortening, chilled egg, beaten tablespoons cold milk
1. In a bowl, combine the flour and salt. Cut the shortening into the dry ingredients with a fork or by pinching the shortening into the flour mixture with your fingers. The result should be coarse crumbs and small clumps the size of peas. 2. Add the egg and mix well. Add the milk 1 tablespoon at a time. Don’t be afraid to add more milk if necessary to achieve a dough that’s wet enough to form into a ball. moderndayappalachianwoman.com | April 2018 | 7
Banish Mosquitoes from Your Yard T
ime spent in the backyard on spring and summer afternoons and evenings contributes heavily to the popularity of these times of year. Many homeowners go to great lengths to make their outdoor living spaces as luxurious as possible, only to be bothered by uninvited guests: mosquitoes. Mosquitoes are not just pesky nuisances, but they’re also harmful. Per the American Mosquito Control Association, more than one million people across the globe die from mosquito-borne diseases every year. Such diseases include malaria, dengue, yellow fever, West Nile virus, and the Zika virus. The AMCA notes that many of the diseases transmitted by mosquitoes can be linked to travel to endemic areas. But mosquitoes in North America can still be harmful, and bites may result in severe skin irritation through an allergic reaction to mosquito saliva. Homeowners can employ several measures to prevent mosquitoes from invading their backyards this spring and summer. • Remove standing water. Stagnant water is an ideal breeding ground for mosquitoes, so homeowners must be diligent in their efforts to remove standing water around their properties. Mosquitoes can breed in bird baths, pets’ water bowls, and empty plant pots that collect rain water. Routinely tipping these items and refilling them with fresh
water can prevent mosquito infestations, protecting both humans and pets alike. • Inspect property for hidden pockets of water. While bird baths, pet bowls, and kiddie pools are easy to find, homeowners may be unknowingly hosting mosquito breeding grounds elsewhere on their properties. For example, tarps used to cover pools, automobiles, or grills that are not tightly secured can fold up, creating pockets where rain water can collect and give mosquitoes somewhere to breed. Mosquitoes also may use gutters to breed, so homeowners should routinely inspect and clean their gutters during spring and summer. • Keep a well-manicured lawn. Well-manicured lawns are less likely to be breeding grounds for mosquitoes. Because water plays such a crucial role in the mosquito breeding process, it’s necessary that all potential water sources in a yard be removed. Fallen leaves that are not removed and pockets of soil beneath trees and plants can collect rain water or water from lawn sprinklers, which can be just enough for mosquitoes to breed. • Use fans. Consumer Reports tested the efficacy of oscillating pedestal fans to keep mosquitoes from invading decks and patios, and found that such fans cut mosquito landings by 45 to 65 percent for those sitting closest to the fans. When hosting backyard barbecues, homeowners can set up several such fans on their decks and patios to keep mosquitoes at bay. ALL STATE PEST & TERMITE CONTROL Mosquitoes are unwelcome guests • All-State Pest & Termite Control is bonded and insured in both Tennessee & Virginia • All technicians are trained, certified and screened come spring and summer. But homeSCHEDULE AN INSPECTION TODAY! 3133 Hwy 126 Blountville, TN VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.weknockemdead.com owners can take steps to increase the 10% DISCOUNT Bristol: 423-279-9866 • Kingsport: 423-246-1901 likelihood that their properties stay FOR SENIORS AND VETERANS Johnson City: 423-274-3993 OR ACTIVE MILITARY Surrounding Areas: 1-888-850-0445 mosquito-free.
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Eco-friendly outdoor activities M
onths spent indoors avoiding the harsh weather outside makes winter a difficult season for people who love the great outdoors. While skiing, snowboarding, and other winter sports make it possible to get some fresh air even when that air is frigid, many people find it difficult to consistently get outside when temperatures drop. That difficulty no doubt contributes to the popularity of spring, a season widely seen as a time of rebirth and rejuvenation. Time spent in the great outdoors is often its own reward. But taking measures to be eco-friendly while spending time outside can make such leisure time even more rewarding. People who want to get out and be eco-friendly at the same time can try the following activities. • Cycling: Cycling is a fun activity that’s also great exercise and incredibly eco-friendly. While it’s certainly an enjoyable leisure activity, cycling also can provide a great alternative to more popular modes of transportation like driving. According to Bay Area Bike to Work Day, a movement dedicated to promoting cycling as a means of commuting to and from work, drivers of small vehicles (those that get 35 miles per gallon of gas) who commute 10 miles per day, five days a week can expect to consume 68 gallons of gas in a typical year during their commutes. During those commutes, their vehicles will produce 0.7 tons of CO2. SUV drivers will consume nearly double that amount of fuel while their vehicles produce nearly three times as much CO2 emissions. Cycling to work won’t consume any fuel or produce any emissions, and cyclists won’t be forced to sit idly in rush hour traffic. • Hiking: Hiking is another eco-friendly outdoor activity that can pay dividends for both the planet
and the people who call it home. Lawmakers in towns and cities with thriving hiking communities may be encouraged to support legislation that preserves hiking trails and parks, and prevent potentially harmful construction from taking place. And individuals can reap a number of benefits from hiking through the great outdoors. A study published in the journal Environmental Science & Technology found that outdoor exercise such as hiking can decrease feelings of tension, confusion, anger, and depression. In addition, hiking provides a great, full-body workout that might appeal to people who have grown tired of more traditional gym-based fitness regimens. • Fishing: Fishing devotees tend to be wildly devoted to their craft, but one need not be an expert angler to enjoy fishing and help the planet. According to the Virginia Department of Game & Inland Fisheries, fishing supports wildlife and fisheries management. The DGIF notes that anglers help to set seasons and creel limits, ensuring that wildlife populations remain stable and even flourish. Many anglers also find fishing is a great form of stress relief that provides a peaceful escape from the daily grind. • Running/walking: In lieu of running or walking on a treadmill indoors, men and women can get outside and do their jogging or walking in the great outdoors. While treadmills are not necessarily big energy consumers, running or walking outdoors consumes no energy and provides a great opportunity to spend time outside, especially for professionals who spend most of their days in office buildings. The great outdoors comes calling for many people when temperatures begin to climb. Answering that call can be a great way to reduce your carbon footprint and improve your mood. moderndayappalachianwoman.com | April 2018 | 9
Favorite Hiking Locales from the Modern Day Appalachian Woman Staff Laurel Falls Location: Hampton, Tennessee This is a wonderful family hike. The scenery is great, with the trail mostly following the Laurel Fork. The hike itself is part of the Appalachian Trail, and is more-or-less level for the first 1.0 mile as it uses an old railroad bed. The falls are large and impressive, with plenty of room to have a picnic lunch and let the kids explore. At left, drone photo taken on 2/19/2018 by Keaton Smith, after recent heavy rains at Laurel Falls. Source: Todd Bailey, Experienced Hiker
Buffalo Mountain Location: Johnson City, TN Buffalo Mountain is convenient to Johnson City for a quick afternoon hike. It has great views of Johnson City to Erwin. You can hike the dirt trail or the service road. The service road will get you to the top of Buffalo Mountain in about a one tough mile incline. It’s great for a quick afternoon hike! Photo at right, taken by Katie Wilhoit. Source: Katie Wilhoit
Rocky Fork Location: Flag Pond, TN The park is predominately Appalachian cove forest, one of the most biologically diverse habitats in North America. The well drained, loamy soil supports the growth of a variety of hardwoods and evergreens. Oak, hickory, beech, pine, hemlock, and rhododendron are just a few of the species found here. The diversity of tree species has historically made the area a desirable timber ground. The park and the surrounding Cherokee National Forest offers miles of old, unmarked logging roads. Source: tnstateparks.com/parks/about/rocky-fork
The Channels Location: Washington County and Russell County, VA The Channels are an area of significant high elevation forest, rock outcrop and cliff communities. The preserve name is derived from the maze-like system of sandstone crevices and boulders that occur near the 4208ft. summit of Middle Knob on Clinch mountain. The Channels State Forest is open from dawn to dusk and offers opportunities for hiking, wildlife watching, biking, horseback riding, hunting and picnicking. Source: dcr.virginia.gov/natural-heritage/natural-area-preserves/thechannel
DuPont State Park Location: Cedar Mountain, NC Trails through the forest are suited for casual and more serious hikers, with some trails specified for equestrian and mountain bike use. The large falls on the Little River offer stunning views while a couple of smaller falls on the Grassy Creek offer variety and solitude. At right, photo taken 11/5/2016 by Todd Bailey. Source: dupontforest.com/explore 10 | April 2018 | moderndayappalachianwoman.com
Go Green in your Lawn and Garden this Spring
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pring is a season of rejuvenation. As the cold days of winter drift away, spring blooms begin to sprout and grass regains its lush green look. Green is certainly a color that’s synonymous with spring. Gardening enthusiasts can find a way to make spring even more green by embracing several eco-friendly gardening practices as they bring their lawns and gardens back to life in the months to come. • Create a compost pile. Composting is an eco-friendly way to enrich lawns and gardens. Composting helps to conserve water because compost promotes moisture retention in soil, reducing homeowners’ need to water their lawns and gardens while also helping them to save money on their water bills. Composting also helps homeowners avoid the need to use potentially harmful chemical fertilizers because compost is a natural, slow release fertilizer. In addition, according to Canada’s Green Action Centre, compostable materials make up 40 percent of residential waste. So composting can dramatically reduce the amount of waste homeowners ultimately send to landfills. • Replace gas-powered mowers with reel lawn mowers. Reel mowers may seem like relics from simpler times, but today’s reel mowers, while just as eco-friendly as their predecessors, are unlike those of yesteryear. According to the Planet Natural Research Center, an online resource for organic gardeners, gas-powered engines emit more than 10 times the hydrocarbons per amount of gas burned than auto engines. But reel mowers are fuel-free and less expensive than gas-powered mowers. Planet Natural also notes that reel mowers snip grass like scissors, leaving finer trimmings that can serve as nourishing, weed-deterring mulch for yards.
• Water at the right times of day. Homeowners who water their lawns and gardens at the right time of day can help the planet and reduce their energy bills. As spring gradually gives way to summer, temperatures typically rise. Watering during the coolest times of the day means less water will be lost to evaporation, ensuring waterneedy soil will get all it needs to help lawns and gardens thrive. Early morning watering before the sun reaches its midday peak and/or evening watering as the sun is setting are typically great times to water lawns and gardens, rather than when temperatures are at their hottest. • Use a rain barrel. Rain barrels provide another great way to conserve water while tending to lawns and gardens. Rain barrels collect and store rain water from roofs and downspouts, keeping water from washing into sewage systems where it can’t be put to good use. Water collected in rain barrels can be used in various ways. Many homeowners can use water from rain barrels to water their lawns, gardens, and houseplants, saving money on their water bills along the way. Spring gardening season provides a great opportunity for lawn and garden enthusiasts to embrace a variety of eco-friendly practices that can save them money and protect the planet.
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Great Reasons to Adopt Your Next Pet
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here is no end to the companionship, love, and joy a pet can bring to one’s life. That is perhaps one reason why the number of pets surrendered to shelters each year so greatly upsets animal lovers. But the same places that house animals that were lost or abandoned can be the very locations where families find new pets to love. The ASPCA estimates that 6.5 million companion animals enter animal shelters in the United States each year. Animal shelters, rescue groups, pounds, and humane societies are great places to begin searching for new companion animals. The organization DoSomething.org states that, each year, approximately 2.7 million dogs and cats are euthanized because shelters are too full, and there aren’t enough adoptive homes. Homeless animals outnumber homeless people five to one. While private breeders and reputable pet stores may have purebred animals that make great pets, to relieve the problems of relinquished or homeless pets residing in crowded shelters, prospective pet parents are urged to first consider adopting shelter pets. The following are reasons why adopting shelter dogs or cats is such a great idea. • Well-behaved animals: The Humane Society of America says most shelter pets end up in facilities not because of behavioral issues or something they did wrong, but due to circumstances affecting their owners, such as moving or divorce. That means there are thousands of housebroken, behavior-trained pets just waiting for a new family. • Lower costs: When a person adopts a pet, microchipping, first immunization costs, neutering/ spaying, and some vet costs may be covered by the adoption fee. Plus, that adoption fee can be hundreds of dollars less than purchasing a pet from elsewhere. • Longer life expectancy: The Canine Journal says “mutts,” or animals whose genetic makeup are a combination of at least two breeds, tend to have fewer health problems and live longer than their purebred counterparts. But, shelters also house many purebreds for those who prefer to go that route. • Room for others: For every adopted cat or dog, room is freed up to take in more pets that need assistance.
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• Hurt puppy mills: Puppy mills produce pets in factory-style facilities that seldom take the welfare of animals into consideration. Adoption hurts puppy mills’ bottom lines and helps fight against their inhumane breeding techniques. Animal shelters can be the first and last stop for animal lovers looking to welcome companion animals into their lives.
Get to Know Your Feline Friend Cats are lovable but somewhat unpredictable. Ancient Egyptians revered cats for their companionship and ability to keep dangerous creatures such as poisonous snakes, rats, and scorpions at bay. The Egyptians were among the first peoples to domesticate cats, and now thousands upon thousands of people share their homes with feline companions. Cats are coveted for a variety of reasons, including their regal countenance and graceful movements. Many people are surprised to learn that cats boast several characteristics that make them wonderful pets. Those looking for vocal companions may be surprised to learn that cats can make roughly 100 different sounds, compared to the 10 sounds dogs make. Cats only meow to humans. In addition to purring, cats will rub up against people to show affection. This trait also serves to mark territory. Cats have scent glands around their faces, paws, and tail area. While cats are thought by many to be aloof and less feeling than dogs, science says otherwise. According to
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the book What Cats Are Made Of, by Hanoch Piven, a cat’s brain is biologically more similar to a human brain than it is to a dog’s. Both humans and cats have identical regions in their brains that are responsible for emotions. For those worried about a pet getting lost and running away, cats may be preferential companions. That’s because cats have an ingrained ability to find their way home known as “psi-traveling.” Experts think that cats use the angle of the sun or magnetized cells in their brains to act as internal global positioning systems. Contrary to popular belief, cats can be trained. Although they’re not likely to be as motivated by praise as dogs, cats can respond to food treats — particularly something soft and smelly. However, that may take some practice as, according to Petfinder, cats are less instinctively driven to work in partnership with humans. But those tasty treats may inspire them to stay and come, and even use a toilet in lieu of a litter box. People who welcome cats into their homes can expect a companion for a long time, as cats can live up to 20 years or more. Cats make wonderful pets. In contrast to dogs, cats have not undergone major changes since being domesticated, and their ancient characteristics still make them desirable companions to this day.
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• Not physically active: 2,000 calories • Somewhat active: between 2,200 and 2,400 calories • Active lifestyle: between 2,400 and 2,800 calories When choosing foods to eat, the NIA recommends eating many different colors and types of vegetables and fruits. Phytochemicals are substances that occur naturally in plants, and there are thousands of these substances offering various benefits. The Produce for Better Health Foundation notes that a varied, colorful diet incorporates lots of different types of phytochemicals,
which the PBH says have disease-preventing properties. The NIA also advises that men and women over 50 make sure at least half the grains in their diets are whole grains. Numerous studies have discovered the various benefits of whole grains, which are loaded with protein, fiber, antioxidants and other nutrients. Whole grains have been shown to reduce the risk for diseases such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease and some types of cancer. Another potential hurdle men and women over 50 may encounter is a change in their sense of smell and taste. A person’s sense of smell may fade with age, and because smell and taste are so closely related, foods enjoyed for years may no longer tantalize the taste buds. That can be problematic, as many people instinctually add more salt to foods they find bland. According to the U.S. Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, older adults should consume no more than 1,500 milligrams of sodium per day. That equates to roughly 3/4 teaspoon of salt. Older men and women should resist the temptation to use salt to add flavor to foods, instead opting for healthy foods that they can still smell and taste. In addition, men and women should mention any loss of their sense of smell to their physicians, as such a loss may indicate the presence of Parkinson’s disease or Alzheimer’s disease. Maintaining a healthy diet after 50 may require some hard work and discipline. But the long-term benefits of a healthy diet make the extra effort well worth it.
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Buried Secrets
A Modern Day Appalachian Woman Original Story Welcome to our Modern Day Appalachian Woman book! Headed up by Savannah, our staff is composing and writing a book, chapter by chapter for our readers. Each month, we will have a new chapter, with its completion by the end of the year. Join in the fun and share your thoughts on our Facebook. Follow each chapter as the story develops!
CHAPTER 2 By Savannah Bailey
“Evelyn, are you here?” Leo’s voice shattered the silence throughout the small, Cavern Park Welcome Center. Evelyn’s body jolted in fear. She closed the browser on Leo’s computer and shoved herself up from the chair at his desk, thankful she had at least closed the door behind her after slipping into his office. She hadn’t heard his truck or noticed his headlights coming up the hill to the center. Then again, she could hardly see anything but the constant replay of words in her mind’s eye. Nothing in Leo’s email from the North Carolina Parks and Recreation department had been what she’d expected. Dear Mr. Carter, it has been brought to our attention that there is reason to believe historical U.S. artifacts are buried somewhere on the grounds of Cavern Park.
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Evelyn held her breath as she crammed her body behind the two large, corner chairs in Leo’s office, ducking her head just as he stepped into the room. She expected him to call out for her again, or at least turn the light on. Instead, he crept across the floor like a thief. She heard him fumble in the dark at one of his desk drawers, and then the tell-tale jingle of keys before he snuck back out of his own office. He stepped on the only creaky floorboard in the Welcome Center as he exited through the front door.
The minutes passed like hours as Evelyn waited for the sound of Leo’s engine roaring to life, but the world around her stayed quiet. As we understand it, you or your staff are aware of the above-mentioned possibility and have been personally attempting to retrieve said artifacts. Evelyn cursed under her breath as realization struck her, and she’d bet what little time of her beloved job she had left that Leo had taken the keys to the Groundskeeper’s shed. For years Leo had been a man she trusted, someone who cared for Cavern Park as much as she did. But now, as she surged forward from her hiding place and followed her boss’s footsteps into the chilly night air, she questioned how long her faith in him had been misplaced. How long had he known about the possibility of historical artifacts – something she was sure translated to ‘treasure’ in the minds of the state and of Leo – being lost on park land? How long had he been searching for his big break in
the dead of night? While we appreciate your help in unearthing key pieces of U.S. and North Carolina history, it is our duty to inform you that Cavern Park is state owned property. As such, any significant construction, renovation, or excavation must be approved by the department of Parks and Recreation. The state’s email stuttered through her mind like a song played on a shaky Walkman. She pulled the hood of her jacket over her head to guard against the biting wind. Though the rain had paused briefly, every step she took squished through puddles and mud. The door to the Groundskeeper’s shed was flung open when she arrived. It knocked against the wooden walls in the breeze. Seeing the dilapidated building nearly empty of the few shovels, flashlights, buckets, and other tools the park had, Evelyn didn’t figure leaving the door unlocked made much of a difference. All current and future attempts to recover any artifacts from Cavern Park land are to immediately cease. Evelyn used the dim light of her phone to glance around the shed, hoping Leo had left at least one flashlight behind. Though she hadn’t seen or heard anyone besides her boss, the thought of one man needing four or more flashlights was absurd. In fact, it was almost as ridiculous as one man being able to locate and recover even one historical artifact on grounds this size in the span of one night. We feel it is best for everyone involved if the Parks and Recreation department reclaims the entirety of Cavern Park for further research into any historical artifacts or significance. Consider this email yours and your staff’s official layoff notice. You will have
until Friday, March 25, to collect your belongings and vacate the premises. A representative will be dispatched to Cavern Park on Friday, March 18, to ensure that the following week goes smoothly. Evelyn strained to listen for any sound of movement through the constant dripping of water from the forest above. Though she knew the park’s trails better than she did the layout of her own home, she wasn’t confident in her ability to scour the woods in the dark, after heavy rains, with the hope of dropping in on Leo and the group of half-assed treasure hunters she suspected he had gathered. Leo was no historian, and Evelyn doubted he was digging holes in the ground in search of glory. She wondered how much he knew about the supposed artifacts, and how close he was to finding them. How much money was Leo looking at if he found whatever was hidden out here? If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Parks and Recreation Department. Evelyn considered it. She could call the state police or the park ranger. She could clue the Parks department in first thing tomorrow morning. She could wait for Leo by his truck all night if she had to, and confront him about his betrayal of the park, of the whole staff, and of her. But before she could choose which road to travel, the tell-tale sound of heavy machinery rang out in the night. A blinding light shone broken and staggered through the trees, and Evelyn’s feet led her toward it all on their own. If whatever was out here was big enough that Leo thought he needed a digger, Evelyn was determined to see it for herself.
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Health Sayings and their Origins
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anguage is shaped by many different influences. Over time, certain phrases become part of the vernacular and are spoken to signify how one acts or feels, including phrases about health and well-being.Some phrases may inspire curiosity as to their origins. The following health-related phrases have some interesting backstories.
“Fit as a Fiddle” The phrase “fit as a fiddle” is often used to describe someone who is very healthy and full of energy. But what does fitness have to do with an instrument, anyway? According to The Phrase Finder, “fit” didn’t originally mean healthy. It was used to represent the words “suitable and seemly.” Therefore, something that is “fit as a fiddle” would mean it was suitable for its purpose. Now “fit” frequently refers to one’s physical shape, and the phrase has evolved.
“Survival of the fittest” Again, the word “fittest” initially did not represent physical strength or well-being. Rather, in this phrase, attributed to Herbert Spencer and later to Charles Darwin, fittest referred to those who were best suited to their environment, or more plainly, those who were best able to survive. Today, it can mean anyone who can rise above the odds against them or beat the competition.
“Strong as an ox” The idiom “strong as an ox” has long represented a person who is unusually strong and able to persevere. Because oxen are large beasts of burden that were used instead of horses by American settlers before railroads were created, anyone compared to an ox would have to be someone capable of strong physical labor and ability.
“An apple a day keeps the doctor away” Many believe this phrase to be a helpful rhyming device to remember to eat healthy food to maintain good physical health. However, according to Snopes, the first known version of this proverb comes from Wales in 1866 and stated, “eat an apple on going to bed, and you’ll keep the doctor from earning his bread.” Other sources trace the “Keeping the Comforts of Home” phrase to ancient Rome. Apples • Alzheimer's Care • Respite Care can have many health benefits, • Dementia Care • Companion Care but no research has confirmed • Hospital to Home • Hospice Care that eating an apple daily will • Personal Care safeguard individuals from any particular illness. A 2015 study published in JAMA Internal Medicine did find that people 1134A Moreland Dr. who ate an apple a day required Kingsport, TN fewer prescription medications 423.246.0100 kingsport-354.comfortkeepers.com than those who did not. 18 | April 2018 | moderndayappalachianwoman.com
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