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Deviled Eggs: A Summertime Treat

4 Common Reasons People Lose Their Hair

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chool bells are ringing—or maybe not! Going back to school has a new meaning for parents and their children this school year. But a personal consensus shows that children are excited to get back into the classroom. All teachers are to be commended for their endless effort and boundless creativity in working through the pandemic challenges. We wish a safe and healthy year to you all!

As school reopens, restaurants and businesses are reopening too, and hoping to get back to full operating schedules. It’s important that we spend our dollars locally to help them stay in business and provide jobs. Many of you know that it was reported that the Tennessee Governor did not appropriate airport tourist building dollars to our Tri-Cities Airport, but to the Memphis, Knoxville, Chattanooga, and Nashville. This means that our local Tennesseans’ tax dollars are being used to support other regions’ tourism. Let’s show our support to our tourism both in Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia, and play tourist in our backyard. You can always find something fun and exciting to do with the many hiking trails, boating events, festivals, and all that is offered here.

It’s almost the holiday season! Yes—retailers—plan for the holiday season now.

Scheduling book signings can increase your foot traffic and it’s a perfect way to rebuild loyal customers returning. We are now planning for holiday shopping and purchasing. Call us today for the Holiday Specials for your advertising and seasonal marketing (423-926-9983). JCP offers different genres written by many talented authors from the region and around the world. If you are interested in hosting a book signing and receiving free advertising, please call for details.

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ardrobe influencers model an ongoing rotation of designer looks. The latest designer looks may not be within everyone’s budget, even for those who routinely update their wardrobes. The average adult between the ages of 35 and 44 spends $209 per month on clothing, according to Credit Donkey, and the average family spends $1,800 per year on clothing. Style seekers can rest assured that it’s possible to build stylish wardrobes without going broke.

• Make a list of essential pieces. Certain wardrobe items, particularly office essentials, are staindividuals’ bodies can look like designer clothes. ples. A crisp white shirt, a well-fitted blazer, black • Purchase one or two statement pieces. When trousers, a sheath dress, a tailored suit, and some indulging on a statement piece, choose items that classic jeans are all worthy of inclusion in your will stand the test of time. A quality handbag or pair closet. When you know which items to update, of shoes can be a splurge, provided they are well you can shop sales until your list is checked off. made and durable.

• Shop discount retailers. Certain stores sell • Consider “cost per wear.” The wardrobe resource discounted, overstocked items from department What to Wear suggests asking yourself questions stores or other retailers. Others fill the racks like: “Will I wear this multiple times?” or “Is this with last season’s finds. Even if these offerings item driven by a fleeting trend?” or “Will this go are not completely current, many are still trendy. with items in my closet?” These considerations will In addition, such stores frequently feature popumake it easier to determine if a particular item is lar manufacturers and designer items. worthy of your hard-earned dollars.

• Browse consignment shops. Consignment A great closet is not built overnight, but a budstores can be found in towns all over the coun- get-friendly wardrobe can be built by shopping the try and online. For example, The Real is a lux- right stores and making a list of priorities. ury consignment sales outlet for preowned designer items that are authenticated by experts. Many of these items are very gently used and still have a lot of life in them.

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Hormones

4 Common Reasons People Lose Their Hair

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Hair loss can result from hormonal changes that occur when going on or off hormonal birth control methods or changing products. In addition, pregnancy causes surges in estrogen that cause hair to grow rapidly without falling out. However, after pregnancy, hair patterns return to normal growth cycles and mild to intense hair shedding for a few months may occur.

puts people at risk for a number of health problems, including hair loss.

f a person is suddenly seeing more scalp or if hair feels less thick than it once did, he or she may be losing more hair than is normal, according to Francesca Fusco, M.D., a dermatologist and assistant clinical professor of dermatology at Mount Sinai. Getting to the root of the problem may take some time, but people can learn about common causes of hair loss to determine what might be the issue.

Stress The National Institutes of Health reports that long-term or chronic stress

Genetics

Vitamin deficiency or overabundance

Both men and women are susceptible to hair loss due to genetics. The American Academy of Dermatology says hair loss is more likely to affect men along the hairline. In women, hair loss is usually concentrated at the crown of the head, especially noticeable at the hair part. There is no way to prevent this type of hair loss, but there are topical treatments that may slow down hair loss and make hair appear fuller longer.

According to the AAD, overconsumption of supplements that contain vitamin A or certain medications may trigger hair loss. People who are not getting enough protein also may experience unwanted hair loss, as well as those who have low iron levels.

Hair loss can be unsettling. Though it’s often natural, certain instances of hair loss should be brought to the attention of a physician.

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The Bristol Train Station is a historic landmark located on the Virginia-Tennessee state line in the heart of Bristol. The depot is the ideal venue for memorable weddings, corporate parties, meetings, and special events. Built in 1902 and meticulously restored, the elegant Bristol Train Station features indoor and outdoor accommodations for events large and small.

Customize your event and stay on budget with the flexibility to choose your vendors. The use of tables and chairs is included in each rental, as well as accessible onsite parking. Handicap accessible indoor and outdoor spaces can also accommodate almost any size gathering. With multiple spaces and over 7500 square feet of indoor event space available, the Bristol Train Station is the perfect backdrop for a wedding, party, or business event.

The main hall features 36 ft. high ceilings and is nearly 3,000 square feet of event space. Timeless architecture and beautiful chandeliers compliment the integrated audio visual equipment.

A spacious balcony, perfect for small groups or photos, overlooks the hall. Access to large patios offer additional space for mingling or guest seating areas.

Upstairs, the exposed beams, natural lighting, and original floors of the Engineer’s Quarters creates the perfect space for wedding ceremonies and business meetings alike. On the lower level, the Rock Room features exposed rock walls, a private entrance and restrooms and outdoor patio. This intimate and very unique space is perfect for a micro wedding or other small gatherings of 50 or less.

The Bristol Train Station Foundation is a non-profit dedicated to maintaining the history of the building. Income from event rentals helps support this mission and preserve the historic building for future generations. For more information please visit www.bristoltrainstation.org. To schedule a time or check availability please call 276-644-1573 to speak to one of our experienced event managers. voicemagazineforwomen.com | August 2021 | 7

DESIGN IDEAS TO GIVE YOUR HOME A

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armhouse style homes are having a moment. A 2020 survey from Homes.com asked more than 5,000 adults across the United States about their favorite house style from a list that included bohemian craftsman, mid-century modern ranch, French chateau, and Tudor, among others. Modern farmhouse was the runaway winner, as participants in 42 of the 50 states indicated this simple, cozy style was their favorite.

Home renovation projects can help homeowners put their own unique stamp on their homes, and such projects can be both aesthetic and functional in nature. The following are some farmhouse design elements homeowners can consider as they look to transform their home interiors with this popular style in mind.

• Exposed beams: Exposed beams instantly evoke images of a farmhouse. The home improvement experts at BobVila.com note that this rustic renovation project can utilize real wood or faux beams that look like the real thing. Decorative beams that have nothing to do with a home’s structural integrity can be installed by skilled do-it-yourselfers. However, even faux beams are heavy, and BobVila.com recommends homeowners have an engineer assess their existing structure prior to installation.

• Distressed wood finishes: Distressing is designed to make something look less than perfect.

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many farmhouse style homes. Furniture and picture frames can provide the distressed look farmhouse fans are looking for. This is a relatively inexpensive project that many homeowners can tackle on their own after watching some online tutorials that recommend the right tools and techniques to get the job done right.

• Kitchen sink: Many components combine to create a truly classic farmhouse kitchen. But perhaps no component is more essential than the classic farmhouse sink. The renovation experts at HGTV note that a classic farmhouse sink features a deep, wide basin. Farmhouse sinks are large enough to handle all the dishes that come after a big family meal. Old-fashioned porcelain sinks are worth consideration by homeowners who want their kitchen sinks to evoke a traditional farmhouse feel.

• Countertops: HGTV recommends butcher block countertops for homeowners who favor European farmhouse style. Homeowners overhauling their kitchens to create a farmhouse feel should consider installing a large island with a walnut butcher block countertop for an authentic farmhouse feel.

Farmhouse style homes are wildly popular. Some simple renovations can help homeowners with a fondness for farmhouse style bring this classic look into their homes.

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Tomato Tips

By April Hensley

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he August heat will soon bring an abundant harvest of fresh delicious tomatoes.

There are so many ways to eat a tomato.

On a biscuit, in a BLT sandwich, on a salad, canned, or just plain with a little salt —each way brings out a different, individual flavor that is hard to resist in a homegrown tomato.

Tomatoes are one of the easiest vegetables to grow in the garden. But sometimes your lush green plant can get temperamental. There are a few bumps that can happen along the way to stump even the most experienced gardeners.

• Too much water can cause tomatoes to crack on the side. Keep a watch after heavy rains and pick any fruits that start to burst. Use these for fried green tomatoes or other green tomato recipes.

• Sometimes cracks appear on the shoulders around the top stem end of heirloom and large beefsteak tomatoes. These cracks are perfectly normal and won’t hurt the tomato or you.

• Too much rain or watering can also cause blossom end rot. It appears as a black or brown spot on the bottom or blossom end of the fruit. It is caused by water leeching too many vital nutrients from the soil.

Treat with blossom end rot spray. Also, add Epsom

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The tomato hornworm moth lays its eggs on eggplants and tomato plants. Hornworms will eat the leaves and fruit and sometimes decimate the whole plant. They are big and green so they are hard to miss. The best thing to do is pick them off. Move them to an area away from your garden or dispose in soapy water.

Wildlife like tomatoes too. Use netting and an electric fence to protect your garden if they become problematic.

If a tomato plant gets too hot or dry, it can cause the plant to drop its blooms and stop growing. Keep the plants watered evenly during dry weather. Usually when the weather cools off a little, the plant will begin producing blooms again.

Growing tomatoes in a pot usually works great, but sometimes with big tomatoes, the plant has a large root system. If the pot is too small the plant can become root bound. The leaves will begin to droop and stop blooming. Try to move the plant to a bigger pot or into the ground.

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Time Management Tips for Single Working Mothers

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eing a single mom can be challenging—especially for women who also are trying to juggle a career. Single mothers often must lift themselves up and discover ways to manage all on their own. These tips may help single mothers not only survive but thrive as they seek out balance.

• Form a support system. Single mothers may not have spouses to rely on, but they can commit to building a solid support system of friends and family members— even neighbors—for those times when they need help.

Never refuse help if it’s offered with good intentions.

• Prioritize organization. Figure out an organizational system that works for you and put it into effect. Utilize a calendar on which you jot down tasks and appointments or the notes app on your smartphone to stay organized. Check your schedule at the start of each week to see if you need to reach out to your support system for help at any time in the coming days.

• List your achievements. It can be easy to feel overwhelmed by what you didn’t accomplish, but why not shift focus to what you achieved? This can include all the mundane tasks (that second load of laundry) to the exceptional (you scored a new client). Count your successes, as they can continue to provide motivation.

• Stick to a budget. Single moms may struggle with finances as a good percentage earn less than the average two-income family. Ask for help analyzing your income and spending patterns to find ways to stretch your money further. Make lists and do not shop on a

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Headlining Women

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fter a pandemic-induced pause in 2020, Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion is back this September with a fantastic lineup that includes a number of powerful female headliners. From classic country and bluegrass to pop and indie-rock, this diverse group of multi-talented ladies should top your must-see list of artists at this year’s milestone event.

Tanya Tucker At 62 Tanya Tucker reigns supreme as the Queen of outlaw country, having achieved her first hit, “Delta Dawn,” at the tender age of 13. Though she’s had a string of Top 10 and Top 40 hits over the course of her decadeslong career and numerous nominations, it wasn’t until 2019 that she would receive her first Grammy. In fact, she earned two. While I’m Livin’ received the Grammy for Best Country Album and Tucker received a shared songwriting Grammy for Best Country Song with the single “Bring My Flowers Now,” further proving that, at any age, Tanya is a force of nature and country music royalty.

second album, Walk Through Fire, achieved the U.K. Album of the Year at the U.K. Americana Awards and earned Yola the U.K. Artist of the Year in 2020; she also received four Grammy nominations here in the U.S. Yola’s third album Stand for Myself was just released, and she is set to play the role of singer Sister Rosetta Tharpe in director Baz Luhrmann’s untitled film about Elvis Presley. It goes without saying, this is a must-see act at Bristol Rhythm in 2021—her first performance in Bristol will be legend!

Rhonda Vincent If Tanya Tucker is the Queen of outlaw country, Rhonda Vincent is the monarch of bluegrass—and she rules with the sweetest of vocals and a mighty hand at mandolin. Also a Grammy winner, Rhonda and her band, The Rage, is the most awarded bluegrass act in the history of the genre with a slew of trophies on her mantle from the International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) and the Society for the Preservation of Bluegrass Music of America (SPBMA). This year she was finally inducted into the Grand Ole Opry after the pandemic forced the ceremony to take a gap year in 2020. It’s been a few years since Rhonda has performed at Bristol Rhythm, so her appearance at the festival’s 20th anniversary celebration promises to be very special; Rhonda is known to be especially attentive to fans and the crowds in Bristol just love her!

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Yola From our sister city across the pond, Bristol, England, Yola has taken the world by storm with her powerful country-soul and classic pop sound. Her 12 | August 2021 | voicemagazineforwomen.com

Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion

Johnson City-based singer-songwriter Amythyst Kiah is well-loved by fans in our region, as we have witnessed first-hand this star’s meteoric ascension

for the past decade. It is here that she developed her craft, performing in local venues before going on to tour internationally. In 2019 she earned a Grammy nomination for her song “Black Myself,” which she wrote for Our Native Daughters—a collaborative project with other strong, black female artists Rhiannon Giddens, Allison Russell, and Leyla McCalla. Her third album and first label release, Wary + Strange, dropped this year on Rounder Records and has placed her in the national spotlight—earning her high praise in major publications like Rolling Stone and Garden & Gun, and national TV guest slots on Jimmy Kimmel Live! and CBS This Morning. Amythyst Kiah returns to her home festival, Bristol Rhythm, this September where she has performed annually since she first started gigging. There is nothing more gratifying than seeing a hometown performer getting such amazing, well-earned recognition and celebrating with them on their own turf. Don’t miss this set!

her father presided as pastor.

In 2017 she joined the cast of American Public Media’s show Live from Here, presented by Chris Thile, with whom she frequently collaborates. Her album Who Are You Now earned a Grammy nomination in 2020 and the attention of pop star Harry Styles, who sent her a private message on Instagram asking if she would be part of his upcoming tour; Madison is slated to be his opening act at Madison Square Garden in October. Madison Cunningham has all the makings of a mainstay artist. Do not miss the opportunity to see her perform at Bristol Rhythm in September!

Katie Pruitt

Morgan Wade

Born in Atlanta and now based in Nashville, Katie Pruitt has established herself as an indie-rock force with the disarming ability to speak honestly and openly about topics like mental health issues, religion, and struggles facing LGBTQ youth. She has said in interviews that she hopes her music makes young people struggling with their sexuality feel less alone. In 2020 Katie was awarded the Buddy Holly Prize from the Songwriters Hall of Fame and signed with Rounder Records. This year Expectations, her first studio album, earned Katie the Emerging Artist of the Year at the Pop Awards and a nomination in the same category at the Americana Music Honors & Awards in 2020. The record has also received rave reviews from Rolling Stone, NPR, American Songwriter, and Paste Magazine. This will be her first performance in the region and definitely one to witness; her live shows showcase her vocals recordings just can’t capture—and that’s saying something because her voice on the album is nothing short of amazing.

Another example of the immense talent coming out of our region is Morgan Wade. Don’t let the fact that she’s covered in tattoos give you the impression she’s hard, perhaps it’s just the armor this Floyd, Virginia singer-songwriter needs to mask a bleeding heart.

Morgan’s vocals, delivered in a distinctly Southern drawl, are achingly raw with emotion, and her songs evoke all the passion, longing and desire of a woman carrying a heavy torch. A chance discovery by Sadler Vaden, Jason Isbell’s guitarist in the 400 Unit, led her to collaborate with him on the release of her new album Reckless and thrust her into the national spotlight. Suddenly she’s in Rolling Stone, appearing on CBS This Morning, and filling her tour schedule with dates across the country. Morgan Wade is the real deal, and this is her first time appearing at Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion where she’ll perform two sets, one Saturday and another Sunday. We highly recommend making room in your schedule to see both.

Madison Cunningham

Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion takes place on State Street in Historic Downtown Bristol, Tennessee-Virginia September 10–12, 2021, with a special kick-off concert on Thursday, September 9 with Cruz Contreras & Friends. Weekend and single day wristbands are on sale now. For lineup, schedule, and ticket information visit BristolRhythm.com.

Somewhere between folk-pop and jazz, 24-year-old California native Madison Cunningham emerges as a seasoned artist with “vocal precision” (NPR). She started playing guitar at age seven, and grew up singing in church, where

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Deviled Eggs: A Summertime Treat Deviled Eggs Ingredients: 12 eggs ½ cup mayonnaise 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard 1 tsp. apple cider vinegar or pickle relish juice Kosher salt and pepper Smoked paprika

By Pam Blair

1. Place eggs in a single layer in a saucepan and cover with 1 1/2 inches of water above the eggs. Heat on high until water begins to boil, then cover, turn the heat to low, and cook for 1 minute. Remove from heat and leave covered for 14 minutes, then rinse under cold water continuously for 1 minute. Add some ice to the water and let sit for a few minutes, then drain.

2. Crack egg shells and carefully peel under cool running water. Gently dry with paper towels. Slice the eggs in half lengthwise, removing yolks to a medium bowl, and placing the whites on a serving platter. Mash the yolks into a fine crumble using a fork. Add mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar or pickle juice, a little salt, and pepper, and mix well.

3. Place teaspoons of the yolk mixture into the egg whites. Sprinkle with paprika.

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ho doesn’t love deviled eggs?

Whether they show up at a picnic or a party, there’s always a buzz of excitement when they’re on the menu and they disappear quickly.

A crowd pleaser any time of the year, deviled eggs are a special summertime treat, like corn on the cob and sliced tomatoes. I decided to make some on a hot summer day and was glad for the opportunity to use my carnival glass egg plate. They looked beautiful and too pretty to eat, but that didn’t last long. Like potato chips, nobody can eat just one.

Do you like traditional deviled eggs made with mayo, mustard, pickle relish, and a sprinkling of paprika on top, or do you enjoy getting creative with toppings like bacon, shrimp, olives, or jalapeños?

There are dozens of ways to prepare them and many variations for the filling, so start with a good method for hard-boiling the eggs and then let your imagination soar.

What’s the best way to hard-boil eggs? It depends on who you ask! You can boil them or steam them, and the variations on the amount of cooking time, water level, and whether to add vinegar or not is enough for a long afternoon’s debate. One recipe even calls for adding a teaspoon of baking soda to the boiling water to make the eggs easier to peel. I tried that one time and didn’t notice a great difference. I found an easy method on the Food Network that works just fine.

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Optional toppings: crumbled bacon pieces, grilled or boiled shrimp seasoned with Old Bay, sliced olives (green or black), thinly sliced radish, jalapeño, hot sauce, chopped chives.

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By Kelly McFadden “And he said to them all, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me. For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: but whosoever will lose his life for my sake, the same shall save it.”

–Luke 9:23–24 KJV Interpretation: Then he said to them all: “If anyone would come after me, he must deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me. For whoever wants to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for me will save it.”

–Luke 9:23–24 NKJV

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raditionally, the white flag has been a symbol of peace or ceasefire. In a battle, usually the weaker party raises the white flag as a means of requesting negotiation or surrender. In the rules of war, the person approaching with the white flag is not to be fired upon nor is he to fire on anyone else. It is a symbol of surrender.

To surrender is to give up or yield to the power of another.

To wave your flag means you have left all your armor and protection behind. In essence, you lose and the other person wins. It is that simple.

Jesus tells the crowd that to be His follower they will need to pick up their crosses daily. It is a symbol of surrender. In those days, many Galileans died at the hands of the Romans by carrying their cross up to where they were to be crucified. They lost; the Romans won. Jesus told the crowd that to follow Him, they must surrender. Jesus asks us to do the same today. We need to daily lift our cross. In doing so, we cannot hold tightly to our lives, jobs, money, identity, control, or our hearts. Why? In the words of Jesus, in surrendering to Him, we lose them.

In the world’s view this is backwards. The world says, “Fight to the end, come out on top!” Jesus says give up, surrender to me, leave your armor behind. Trust me with your life, your worries, your money, your family, your heart, your job, and your identity.

For believers, He wants us to understand that we are His. He wants us to know that we have purpose, His purpose. The Christian life does not promise comfort, but it does promise fulfillment.

When you put up your white flag for Jesus, you must walk to Him with open arms. No hidden weapons or plans and agendas.

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Havana

Cuba’s Capital

Article and Photographs

By Nancy Binder

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avana is located on the northwest side of the island of Cuba, just 90 miles from Key West, Florida. Havana was founded by the Spanish in 1519. The city is named after a local Taino chief named Habaguanex.

The British captured Havana in 1762 during the Seven Years’ War. Less than a year later, the Peace of Paris Treaty gave Florida to Britain in exchange for returning the city Ministry of Interior Building with image of Havana to Spain. In 1898 during Cuba’s War of Indepenof Che Guevara dence from Spain, the U. S. Navy ship, the “Maine,” exploded in Havana harbor and sunk. This prompted the three month long Spanish American War. In 1902 the United States ended the occupation of Cuba and at that time it became a republic. During this period, Cuba thrived and became a wealthy country Old cars used as taxis with the third largest middle class in the hemisphere. Havana became an exotic airport on a motorcoach, there was praccapital especially during Prohibition in the tically no vehicle traffic. When there were United States. Organized crime moved in vehicles it was predominately cars from the during the 1930s, and gangsters and celebearly to mid 1950s, some motorbikes, lots rities mixed in with the nightlife. In 1958, of old bicycles and horses and wagons.

300,000 American tourists visited Havana.

Our first stop was at Plaza de la RevoAfter the revolution in 1959, the new lucion. The plaza is huge (780,000 sq ft).

Plaza de la Revolucion government under Fidel Castro became This is where Fidel Castro addressed more Jose Marti Memorial a communist country modeled after the than one million Cubans on special occaSoviet Union. It was intended to improve sions. His speeches were hours long with social services and housing for the majority of the people. people standing in the very hot sun. It is also where Pope John However, Castro’s expropriation of all private property and Paul II and Pope Francis held large Masses during their papal industry in May 1959 followed by the United States embargo visits. The 358 feet tall tower with a 60 feet statue of Jose Marti hit Havana especially hard. The Soviet Union propped up the dominates the square. Jose Marti is a national hero who proCuban economy until the Soviet Union collapse in 1991 and the moted liberty from Spain in the late 19th century. Opposite the subsidies stopped. After many years of the Cuban people suffer- Marti Memorial are two government buildings that have steel ing extreme hardships, the government finally turned to tourism memorials of the faces of two deceased heroes of the Cuban Revfor income, allowing foreign investors to build hotels and attract olution, Che Guevara and Camilo Cienfuegos. tourists.

We checked into the fashionable Hotel Nacional de Cuba, Cuba had been on my bucket list from watching news a 500 room luxury hotel, built in 1930 in the Vedado district of reports of the “rich and famous” partying in Havana in the early Havana facing the sea. The hotel has been restored to its former 1950s. When the opportunity arose to go to Cuba on a “people beauty. In December 1946 the hotel hosted the Havana Conto people” program, I quickly signed up. ference of notorious gangsters which was depicted in the movie Upon landing at the Havana airport I noticed the lack of crowds one normally sees at a capital city airport. Leaving the continued on next page

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View from my room of ocean and El Malecon

Castillo de la Real Fuerza

Godfather Part II. Many famous people and like so many other buildings in were guests at the hotel and posters Cuba, it had fallen into disrepair. We abound in the meeting rooms, bar, and did not tour the inside of the building. restaurant showing photos of guests About 15 miles from Havana is the such as Winston Churchill, the Duke 1886 Finca Vigia (Lookout Farm) occuand Duchess of Windsor, Frank Sinatra, pied by Ernest Hemingway from 1939 Ava Gardner, Errol Flynn, John Wayne, to 1960. While there he wrote most of Ernest Hemingway, and more recently For Whom the Bell Tolls. He also wrote Vladimir Putin, and President and First The Old Man and the Sea about a fisherLady Obama. The hotel gardens were man who lived in a nearby village. After lovely, and it was delightful to sit after a the Cuban Revolution, Hemingway day of sightseeing sipping on a cold drink remained friendly with the new governbefore dinner under the shade of large ment but as his depression and illness trees with a beautiful ocean view. got worse he left Cuba in July 1960.

We visited Old Havana which The Cuban government took over became an UNESCO World Heritage Finca Vigia in the fall of 1960. HemTrumpet playing street performer site in 1982 to try to protect the buildingway never returned and committed ings. At Plaza de Armas, the oldest plaza suicide on July 2, 1961. The house fell in Havana, a memorial to firefighters was taking place. Politicians into disrepair. In recent years the Cuban government restored the spoke, school children sang songs, and fire engines were on display. house and re-opened it as a museum in 2007.

The Castillo de la Real Fuerza (Castle of the Royal Force) borders The Havana Cathedral (Cathedral de San Cristobal) held the Plaza de Armas. It is a fort surrounded by a moat and it is the remains of Christopher Columbus from 1796 to 1898 when considered the oldest stone fort in the Americas. The first stones they were returned to the Cathedral in Seville, Spain. It is now were laid in 1562 but it was not completed until 1577. After it the seat of the Archdiocese of Havana. was finished it was determined that it was too far from the harbor There is so much to view in Havana, which is trying to entrance and too far inland to be useful, so it became residence of restore itself to its former luster. Havana has been in the news the Governor of Havana. It is now the Maritime Museum. recently with unprecedented mass protests against the governPlaza Vieja (Old Plaza) originated in 1559 and was called Plaza ment for lack of food, medicine, and housing. I am hopeful that Nueva (New Square). It was built after Plaza de Armas and Plaza like the Soviet Union, Cuba communism will collapse and life San Francisco. Wealthy people lived on the plaza where they could will improve for the people. view executions, processions, bullfights and fiestas from their balconies. It is currently being restored.

Nancy Binder is a retired application software developer turned freelance writer combining her love of travel with her desire to share her experiences. She is passionate We viewed El Capitolio, the National Capitol Building. It was about exploring the outdoors and has been “bitten by the African safari bug,” now her favorite travel destination. Contact her with comments or travel questions at nancybuilt from 1926 to 1929. Prior to the 1959 Cuban Revolution, the binder@sbcglobal.net.

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s I mark my 59th trip around the sun this month, I’m realizing more and more what’s truly important in life. There are only 86,400 seconds in a day, and we’re not promised the next one. I’ve lost dear friends, and will always keep their memories close in my heart.

I’ve lost fine, fine dogs, and they will always fill a huge part of my soul.

I’m blessed far more than I deserve, with my best friend as my forever, our home in my hometown I adore, two faithful pups, family by blood and by choice, and my Savior Jesus Christ. I’ve lost and gained weight, slowed down with bones and joints that creak, and find myself enjoying life on my own terms more and more. These bits of life advice would have echoed without making a mark to me just a few short years ago, but today ring true.

Slow down. Enjoy every moment. Never casually cast aside those that care about you, nor concern yourself over those that choose not to. Enjoy this precious gift called life, and do all we can to love one

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another, forgive but not forget, let those carrying the weight of their anger, bitterness, jealousy, and envy against you bear it alone—and never lower yourself to return it. Live to show God’s amazing grace He’s shown us all.

I found this today, and it’s worth repeating.

1. After loving my parents, my siblings, my spouse, my family, and my friends, I have now started loving myself.

2. I have realized that I am not “Atlas.” The world does not rest on my shoulders.

3. I have stopped bargaining with vegetable & fruit vendors. A few pennies more is not going to break me, but it might help the poor fellow save for his daughter’s school fees.

4. I leave my waitress a big tip. The extra money might bring a smile to her face. She is toiling much harder for a living than I am.

5. I stopped telling the elderly that they’ve already told that story many times. The story makes them walk down memory lane & relive their past.

6. I have learned not to correct people even when I know they are wrong. The onus of making everyone perfect is not on me. Peace is more precious than perfection.

7. I give compliments freely & generously. Compliments are a mood enhancer not only for the recipient, but also for me. And a small tip for the recipient of a compliment, never, NEVER turn it down, just say “Thank You.” 8. I have learned not to bother about a crease or a spot on my shirt.

Personality speaks louder than appearances.

9. I walk away from people who don’t value me. They might not know my worth, but I do.

10. I remain cool when someone plays dirty to outrun me in the rat race. I am not a rat & neither am I in any race.

11. I am learning not to be embarrassed by my emotions. It’s my emotions that make me human.

12. I have learned that it’s better to drop the ego than to break a relationship. My ego will keep me aloof, whereas with relationships, I will never be alone.

13. I have learned to live each day as if it’s the last. After all, it might be the last.

14. I am doing what makes me happy. I am responsible for my happiness, and I owe it to myself. Happiness is a choice. You can be happy at any time, just choose to be!

I decided to share this for all my friends. Why do we have to wait to be 60 or 70 or 80, why can’t we practice this at any stage and age?

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Time is of the Essence

By Cindy K. Sproles

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he clock on the wall continues to tick.

Each round of the second arm brings about another minute and then…it has passed. We could fill this article with clichés like time is of the essence, or time waits for no man, but in reality, all we can do with time is take advantage.

My mother resides in assistive living. She is in excellent health.

Her mind, short of a few slip-ups, is good and her ninety-fifth birthday rolls around in a few weeks. She is healthy and happy, content to spend her days doing the things she is passionate about—quilting amazing quilts and reading. But time continues to tick away and each day it steals away another moment my brother and I have with her.

It’s easy to claim the frustrations of doctor’s appointments, memory issues, stubbornness, or just plain aging quirkiness as something to contend with daily. Making sure the appointments are met, the day-to-day needs are there, and their safety and well-being are managed, are all full-time jobs.

Still, I have my mother while others do not and with each passing day, we realize that time grows shorter and shorter. That is why it is vital that everything is in place for that day when our loved ones are gone.

It’s not the advance directives, living will, or funeral arrangements. It’s not the power of attorney or even the desires of our parents’ last wishes that are so important. These things are important, but what far outweighs the legal aspects of these, is the time.

Once it passes, it can no longer be retrieved.

Some families struggle with hardships and disagreements, ill feelings, and grudges. Sadly many never move past those issues.

There comes a time to lay down the hatchet and take up a heart of compassion. Here are some of the realities of time that come with our aging parents.

In a hard relationship: • Regret is an ugly bedfellow — An adage that carries a lot of weight and speaks to making amends. Regardless of the past with our parents, there will always be the physical connection of family. Whether your parents were topnotch or bottom dwellers, once they are gone it is those left behind who suffer unresolved issues. It is not only in the best interest of your loved one, but it is in your future best interest, to make an effort to make amends. It doesn’t mean everything ends neatly tied in a happy bow, but verbalizing those hurts, can be healing. It is always better to say, “I’m glad I did,” than to wish you had.

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giveness, but you do. It’s a matter of letting go of the things that have haunted you and taking control of what your future holds. Find forgiveness, even if it is small Any step forward leads to securing your happiness and it lays aside, for a time, the rough patches.

In a good relationship: • Make more memories — Most aging parents require little of us other than our time. After all, they spent their younger years raising you and, maybe, helping raise your children. Make memories while you can.

• Enjoy their history — Many times our aging parents spend a good deal of thought in the past. Enjoy their times of sharing. Soak in their history because this, too, is your history. Learn from their mistakes. Grow from their successes. Love to the fullest. It was once said, a person who doesn’t know their history cannot learn from past mistakes. Wise information.

• Talk — Spend time talking. Maybe you talk about the same thing over and over. It doesn’t matter, you are spending time, soaking in the essence of who your loved ones are.

• Take heed to their advice — This probably is one of the most important things you can do with your aging parent.

Listen to their advice. It doesn’t mean you take it, but the life lessons learned from their mistakes and misgivings will offer you a strong platform to stand on when you face difficulties.

There is no perfect family. Each one has good and bad. Some are amazing, others unrepairable, but either way, time is of the essence. Make the best of the time remaining with your loved ones.

It may be hard to see the value now, but the day will come when you will hold that time close to your heart.

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Living Without Fear of Colorectal Cancer

“If you want to live for the people you love, which I do, then get the screening.”

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ver 149,500 people will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer by the end of 2021, which will directly impact their families. While this form of cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer deaths in the United States, it is a highly preventable disease. Professor Michael O’Donnell, 78, a devoted husband and esteemed traveler, has taken steps to prevent this disease and has become a community advocate for screening.

Born and raised in Pennsylvania, O’Donnell spent part of his college years as a member of the Peace Corps stationed in Africa, where he found his love for travel. He has been a foreign language professor specializing in French at the University of Virginia, College at Wise, for 54 years. He spends his summers traveling the world without worrying about colorectal cancer.

“Colorectal Cancer has not affected me directly, but I knew the screening was something I needed to do to stay healthy,” said O’Donnell.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, colorectal cancer screening can help detect polyps that can be removed before turning

cancerous. Individuals between 45 and 75 years old are encouraged to partake in regular screenings.

However, it is encouraged to screen earlier if you have a family history or have inflammatory bowel disease.

According to the CDC, about one in three adults falling into that age range has not been tested. Since age 50, O’Donnell says he has done at least six screenings as a method of prevention. He says he is “glad to get it done and happy with the results every time.”

Many are wary of the screening process itself due to the preparation that takes place before the procedure. O’Donnell feels that the prep has gotten better over the years he has been screened and advises people to schedule their procedures in the morning.

“When it’s all over, you’re going to be alive.

Nobody is going to make it nice for you. If you want to live for the people you love, which I do, then get the screening.”

This article is from the Office of Community Outreach and Engagement for the University of Virginia Cancer Center. The Cancer Center Without Walls Southwest Virginia Community Advisory Board addresses cancer disparities and access to care in Appalachia. For more information, visit the Cancer Center Without Walls’ website: https://med.virginia.edu/ccww/ community-advisory-boards-2/community-advisory-boards/.

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Debunking Myths About the COVID-19 Vaccines

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accinating a high percentage of individuals against COVID-19 is a key component of the global strategy to diminish the effects of the virus that first appeared in late 2019.

As vaccine eligibility continues to open up and now includes children as young as 12 for certain vaccines, public health agencies are urging eligible people to get vaccinated.

However, with myths continuing to circulate, individuals may need a little more reassurance that vaccination is the smart and safe choice. The following information, courtesy of Johns Hopkins Medicine, the CDC, the Cleveland Clinic and the Mayo Clinic Health System, can clear up some misinformation about the COVID-19 vaccines.

Myth #1: Because COVID-19 vaccines were rushed, they’re not safe and can’t be trusted.

Fact: The vaccines were developed in record time but not because there were shortcuts in the process. Certain red tape was navigated more efficiently than it had been with past vaccines. Plus, the new technology at the center of the mRNAbased vaccines has been in development for more than three decades. The vaccine developers put the vaccines through rigorous clinical trials involving tens of thousands of volunteers.

Myth #2: The vaccines affect fertility.

Fact: COVID-19 vaccines encourage the body to create copies of the spike protein found on the surface of the coronavirus and teach the immune system to fight the virus that has that specific spike protein. There was confusion when this

spike protein was mistakenly reported as the same as another spike protein that is involved in the growth and attachment of the placenta during pregnancy. During the Pfizer vaccine tests, 23 female study volunteers became pregnant. The only one to suffer a pregnancy loss had received the placebo and not the vaccine.

Myth #3: COVID-19 vaccines will change my DNA. Fact: Both mRNA vaccines and viral vector vaccine, which is the technology for the Janssen vaccine, deliver genetic material to cells to start virus protection. The material never enters the nucleus of the cell, which is where DNA is stored. That means these vaccines do not alter or interact with DNA in any way.

Myth #4: These vaccines have severe side effects.

Fact: Side effects to the vaccines are short-term, mild or moderate reactions that often resolve without complication or injury and include things like headache, body aches, fatigue, or mild fever. The Janssen/Johnson&Johnson vaccine has been linked to blood clots in a very small percentage of vaccine recipients, but the risk was so minimal that the vaccine was cleared for use after a brief pause.

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Millions of people have been vaccinated against COVID-19. To continue this public health initiative, people who may still be wary about the vaccines can learn more about them by speaking with their physicians.

Connecting with Our Children in the Kitchen

By Deana Landers www.morningcoffeebeans.com

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ur kitchen was two steps down from the rest of the house. You took two steps down into the kitchen when you walked through the living room and dining room. My favorite place to sit was on those steps.

As a little girl, I would sit and talk with my mother or watch her move about the kitchen with flour on the front of her dress and at the edge of her hairline where she wiped her forehead with the back of her hands when she was making bread.

Some mornings I stepped down into the kitchen and sat on the stool beside the butter churn. Then, with the wood plunger in both hands, I would try pushing the rotating paddle up and down frantically until my arms felt like they were going to fall off my shoulders.

She would tell me to stop churning so fast. “You must get a steady rhythm going,” she’d say. Then she would stop what she was doing and take the wood stick that went through the round hole of the lid from my hands and move it up and down with a little twist in a methodical motion for a few minutes. Then, after a while, she handed it back to me and covered my hands with hers and helped me get a rhythm going.

I don’t think I ever churned long enough to make butter by myself, but I marveled at the creamy substance floating on top when she took the lid off. She would dip the butter out of the churn with a wood spoon, wash it with cold water, add a little salt and then fill the butter molds to be placed in the refrigerator to become firm.

We spread the homemade butter on hot bread at breakfast, and I can’t even tell you how good it was. Some of our best memories and greatest lessons are learned in the kitchen.

My children hung out in the kitchen when they were little too. Their favorite activity was standing on a chair at the kitchen sink filled with suds while cooking.

Later, when they actually got big enough to wash the dishes, set the table, and butter the rolls, they would talk

to me about their day and their friends while we worked together in the evenings after school. I am sure they shared more with me during those moments than any other time when I asked them questions.

Kitchens are warm and inviting, and a place where good memories, good food, and important decisions are made. It can be a place where the usual distractions, such as television, cell phones, and computers, do not come between parents and their children, couples, or friends spending time with each other.

One of the girls where I work told me that time in the kitchen is how she and her husband bond with each other. “He is a policeman,” she said. “He works different shifts, and when he is home, we like to cook together in the kitchen. We talk, and it keeps us close.”

Serious conversations and important decisions are sometimes made in the kitchen. If something was going on in the living room and my husband or I said, “Could I see you in the kitchen,” our children always knew something important was being discussed.

I have seen the family’s best snapshots and most creative artwork displayed proudly on their refrigerator in almost every home I have ever visited. The kitchen is the heart of the home for most families. It is also a place where examples can be set for our children.

Our middle son didn’t like helping with the dishes when he was in high school and balked at having to take his turn.

Finally one day when I insisted, he said doing dishes was a woman’s work. “You never see dad doing the dishes,” he complained so his dad could hear him.

My husband was quick on his feet as he placed a towel around his waist and said, “Well, maybe it’s time I start helping with the dishes, too.” I didn’t hear that many complaints about doing the dishes after that.

Our kitchen was a place where our children learn to be thankful when we taught them to say the blessing, and the place they had fun when we played board games with them around the table.

It’s nice to see our granddaughter sitting on a stool when my daughter works in the kitchen. She is just a toddler, but her mom gives her something to do, and they talk and laugh and sing together while she works.

I am sure it would be easier to send her out of the kitchen sometimes, so my daughter could get the work done quicker, but I believe my mother was right when she said we need to slow down and develop a little rhythm. Memories are made that way.

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Preheat the oven to 325°. In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise with the sour cream, buttermilk, mint, parsley, chives and vinegar and season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate.

Grilled Peach, Onion, and Bacon Salad with Buttermilk Dressing Serves 8 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup sour cream 1/4 cup buttermilk 2 tablespoons chopped mint 2 tablespoons chopped parsley 2 tablespoons snipped chives 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar Salt Freshly ground pepper 1 pound thick-sliced bacon 1/4 cup light brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper 3 pounds Vidalia or other sweet onions, cut into 1-inch-thick slabs Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing 4 large ripe peaches, cut into 1/2-inch wedges

Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange the bacon slices on the sheet in a single layer and sprinkle with the brown sugar and cayenne. Bake for about 25 minutes, until caramelized (the bacon will crisp as it cools). Let cool, then cut the bacon into bite-size pieces.

Meanwhile, light a grill or preheat a grill pan.

Brush the onions with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill over moderate heat, turning occasionally, until softened and browned, 10 minutes. Separate the onions into rings. Brush the peaches with olive oil and grill over moderately high heat until tender, 2 minutes. Transfer to a plate.

In a large bowl, toss the onions with the peaches and bacon. Add the buttermilk dressing and toss to coat. Serve right away.

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How School Shopping Has Changed in the Pandemic Era

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ack-to-school shopping sales have long been indicators that the summer vacation season is coming to a close.

Students and their parents may visit area stores or browse online looking for items to make the coming school year a success. Those lists have looked similar for decades, but shopping for school supplies in the pandemic era may prove to be a unique experience.

Though hundreds of millions of adults and adolescents have now been vaccinated against COVID-19, there figures to be some lingering effects of the pandemic during the upcoming school year. That could affect which school supplies families buy in the weeks to come. Here’s a look at some of the latest trends.

• A shift from physical stores: According to data from IBM’s U.S. Retail Index, the pandemic has accelerated a shift away from physical stores to digital shopping by about five years. It’s likely that

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school shoppers will turn to the internet for their supplies, which means local brick and mortar shops should increase their web presence and digital shopping capabilities to reach online shoppers. This includes omnichannel fulfillment, such as buy online and pickup in store (BOPIS) options.

• Reassessment of what’s essential: The pandemic may have changed which items consumers consider essential. For example, clothing became less significant as a greater number of students were enrolled in virtual learning. Back-to-school shoppers may purchase less clothing and focus more on tech items, among others.

• Traditional supplies become less necessary: In 2020, Deloitte forecasted that a shift in preferences and intentions would result in parents buying fewer traditional supplies, such as notebooks and office supplies, as they chose to invest in digital resources to supplement children’s education. That shift likely will continue into this school year.

• Support for local retailers: Community spirit grew in the early days of the pandemic and continues now. Many people prefer to shop in locally owned stores. Eighty percent of customers surveyed feel more or as connected to their communities, according to the business industry consultant company Accenture.

• Customers are trying new brands and products: Shoppers are trying new products out of curiosity as well as necessity. Back-to-school shopping may include novel brands and other items that may not have been readily purchased in years past.

Back-to-school shopping may continue to look a bit different than in previous years, spawning trends that may ultimately become the new normal.

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