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January 2021 | Volume 18 | Issue 1

January Hot Hunk Hunt! The December “Hot Hunk” was Daniel Levy in the Barter Theatre ad on page 31.

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5 Ways to Stay Connected with Family & Friends Pam Blair 10

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oodbye to 2020! As we move into the New Year, it will be easy to carry the baggage from 2020 with us. With loss, death, and confusion, just changing from one day to another doesn’t mean that the pandemic ends on December 31, 2020. The year of dread, death, and anxiety will tag along as we try to find reasons to celebrate the New Year and 2021. Yes—we have just begun! However, there are reasons to celebrate the New Year! There is a ‘newness’ in 2021. Besides the election bringing a new presidency, we have a new vaccine that will soon be distributed to everyone. Our hopes can be renewed with new discoveries about ourselves, new designs in living and working, and new opportunities brought through new ideas. There are new things on the horizon for Jan-Carol Publishing and Voice Magazine for Women as well! This year, Voice Magazine for Women will resurrect our sister magazine, Modern Day Appalachian Woman. We are working out the details to bring back this reader favorite with regional articles, highlights of the community, and much more. We are looking for experts in coupon shopping, decorating, crafts, cooking, health, fashion, or topics of interest to women. Email: communications@jancarolpublishing.com for submissions guidelines, etc. Watch for more details and how you can show your support! Your feedback is much appreciated! Plans are tentatively set for the April (flip) issue debut. Working alongside our magazines, is our new podcast, set for a March debut. This podcast, Appalachian Living Today, will be bringing interviews, local information, and spotlighting businesses throughout the Appalachian region. Watch for more details and how you can show your support! What’s new for JCP in 2021? Our focus, continuing as in 2020, will be showcasing more audiobooks. Plus, this year we will be creating an online bookstore linked to our website! Our new and improved website and bookstore will offer book discounts, monthly specials, new releases, a book review club, and much more! JCP will fill direct book orders from our online bookstore with discounts not offered on Amazon. This is exciting for our authors and our readers! Once again, JCP will be publishing another in house anthology centered on fictional short stories of Appalachian women, titled Scattered Flowers. We are accepting submissions now through February 28th, email communications@jancarolpublishing.com for submission guidelines. Join in the fun of giveaways and other happenings. To request our e-newsletter offering recipes and updates, email communications@ jancarolpublishing.com. We want to hear from you in the New Year! We are excited about the new projects and events we have in the planning stages and the new products we will soon roll out. We are counting on all of you—our readers, supporters, advertisers, business owners, and fans to join us and be a supportive part of our continued growth! Thank you for being there! The year 2020 has set us all back, and we all need to support each other as we start our journey in 2021. From all of us to all of you—Have a safe, healthy, and happy New Year! Verse of the month: “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope.” Jeremiah 29:11 (NKJV) Thought of the month: “You’ll never find the right things if you don’t let go of the wrong ones.” Author Unknown

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Colors of the Year

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A marriage of color conveying a message of strength and hopefulness that is both enduring and uplifting. PANTONE 17-5104 Ultimate Gray + PANTONE 13-0647 Illuminating, two independent colors that highlight how different elements come together to support one another, best express the mood for Pantone Color of the Year 2021. Practical and rock solid but at the same time warming and optimistic, the union of PANTONE 17-5104 Ultimate Gray + PANTONE 13-0647 Illuminating is one of strength and positivity. It is a story of color that encapsulates deeper feelings of thoughtfulness with the promise of something sunny and friendly. As people look for ways to fortify themselves with energy, clarity, and hope to overcome the continuing uncertainty, spirited and emboldening shades satisfy our quest for vitality. PANTONE 13-0647 Illuminating is a bright and cheerful yellow sparkling with vivacity, a warming yellow shade imbued with solar power. PANTONE 17-5104 Ultimate Gray is emblematic of solid and dependable elements which are everlasting and provide a firm foundation. The colors of pebbles on the beach and natural elements whose weathered appearance highlights an ability to stand the test of time, Ultimate Gray quietly assures, encouraging feelings of composure, steadiness and resilience. Emboldening the spirit, the pairing of PANTONE 17-5104 Ultimate Gray + PANTONE 13-0647 highlights our innate need to be seen, to be visible, to be recognized, to have our voices heard. A combination of color whose ties to insight, innovation and intuition, and respect for wisdom, experience, and intelligence inspires regeneration, pressing us forward toward new ways of thinking and concepts.

tries, including fashion, home furnishings, and industrial design, as well as product packaging and graphic design. The Pantone Color of the Year selection process requires thoughtful consideration and trend analysis. To arrive at the selection each year, Pantoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s color experts at Pantone Color Institute comb the world looking for new color influences. This can include the entertainment industry and films in production, traveling art collections and new artists, fashion, all areas of design, popular travel destinations, as well as new lifestyles, playstyles, and socio-economic conditions. Influences may also stem from new technologies, materials, textures, and effects that impact color, relevant social media platforms and even upcoming sporting events that capture worldwide attention. Have fun with the Pantone 2021 Color of the Year! (Source: Pantone.com)

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Video Conferencing Security Tips

ideo conferencing apps like Zoom have helped people of all ages maintain connections with their families, friends and professional colleagues throughout the pandemic. In the rush to maintain those connections, security might have been placed on the back burner. But the Federal Trade Commission urges video conferencing users to implement some basic safety strategies so they can protect their personal information when speaking with their friends, families and coworkers via apps like Zoom. • Make each conferencing session unique. The FTC notes that some conferencing services allow users to use unique passwords and/or identification numbers for each conferencing session. These features are typically set up by session hosts and can reduce the likelihood of strangers entering meetings and accessing users’ personal infor-

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mation. If you are not hosting sessions, urge hosts to utilize features that make passwords unique for each session. • Install conferencing app updates the moment they become available. Updates are typically designed in response to vulnerabilities discovered since the most recent version of a software was made available. Installing updates when they become available is a good way for video conference users to protect themselves against cyber criminals.

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• Don’t open invitations you don’t recognize. The FTC notes that hackers are sending emails that mimic video conferencing invitations. When clicking on such invitations, users may unknowingly be downloading malware that can make their computers and personal information vulnerable to cyber criminals. If you receive an unexpected video conferencing invitation, contact the host separately before opening the invite. In addition, hosts can urge users to contact them directly if they receive an invitation but are hesitant to open it. • Protect your privacy at all times. Before using a video conferencing app, familiarize yourself with its privacy policies to determine how your information will be handled. Some apps may record conferencing sessions, so it’s imperative that users read privacy policies prior to using an app. Video conferencing apps helped people stay in touch during the pandemic. When utilizing such apps, users must prioritize security to avoid being victimized by cyber criminals.

Renovation Trends for the Year Ahead A

ll the time spent working from home and relaxing at home in 2020 gave millions of homeowners ideas about what they like about their homes and what they hope to change. The following are some renovation trends that various experts suspect could emerge in 2021. • Eco-friendly living: Climate change, and how to combat it, was a hot button issue during the 2020 presidential election in the United States. So it should come as no surprise that urdesignmag.com, a web magazine that showcases creative trends in design, architecture, art, technology, and fashion, predicts that eco-friendly living solutions figure to be hot commodities in 2021. Eco-friendly appliances, furniture and designs can help to conserve energy and reduce waste, which environmentalists and government agencies like the Environmental Protection Agency note are two critical components in the fight against climate change. • Large windows: Large windows can provide stunning views of the outdoors and allow ample natural light into a home. It may not be a coincidence if large windows prove to be a hot trend in 2021. The COVID-19 pandemic that dominated much of 2020 forced many people to spend considerably more time at home. Darker homes without much natural light can adversely affect mood, especially when people are spending more time at home. HGTV predicts that homeowners will seek ways to bring more

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natural light into their homes in 2021, and large windows naturally brighten homes while making rooms appear bigger, helping people feel less cramped. That’s an especially beneficial characteristic when spending more time indoors at home. Minimalism: The anticipated popularity of minimalism in 2021 may also be connected to the pandemic. As professionals were forced to work from home and many families spent more time together inside their homes then ever before, they may have recognized a need to cut back on clutter, including extra furniture.

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A minimalist approach is both simple and clean, which can make homes feel less claustrophobic. Multi-functional spaces: Homeowners asked a lot of their homes in 2020, as rooms were transformed into multi-functional spaces seemingly overnight. HGTV notes that spending more time at home showed homeowners that it may not make sense to dedicate entire rooms of a home to a single purpose. Renovations that can help homeowners transform rooms into multi-functional spaces figure to be hot commodities in the years ahead

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Tools that Can Keep You Safe at Home

omes should be sanctuaries for their inhabitants. Keeping homes safe and sound requires both maintenance and some caution designed to make homes less vulnerable to potentially costly issues. Promptly addressing maintenance issues around the house can reduce the risk of accident or injury. In addition, various items can alert homeowners to problems they may not otherwise recognize before issues jeopardize residentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; health or take a turn for the costly.

Auto shut-off features Who hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t left the house only to worry an hour or so later about whether the coffee pot was turned off or the straightening iron was unplugged? When shopping for personal care items or appliances, seek out models that have automatic shut-off features. This safety feature will power down the unit after a certain amount of time, which can reduce the risk of overheated products and house fires.

Flood and leak detector The financial information and wellness resource Canstar says leakages, burst pipes and other water-related issues in a home are one of the more common home emergencies. Water damage can cost between hundreds and thousands of dollars depending on how invasive the water problem is. Catching a leak or flood in a home early on is essential. Water leak detectors are designed to detect a potential flood or leak at an early stage so homeowners can take action. Sensors may sound an alarm or be connected to a WiFi system to send an alert to a mobile device.

Carbon monoxide and gas detection A 2019 study from researchers at the Joint Center for Housing Studies at Harvard University found that replacing floors and ceilings was the most popular home improvement project in the United States in 2017, the most recent year for which data was available at the time of the study.

It is vital that homeowners install carbon monoxide detectors in their homes. Carbon monoxide is odorless and colorless, and can cause poisoning that slowly suffocates a person. It also is combustible. Carbon monoxide devices cannot detect a gas leak, but gas detectors can. They are a wise addition for people who have a significant number of natural gas appliances, or those who have older, gas-powered appliances.

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5 Ways to Stay Connected with Family & Friends

By Pam Blair

he luxury of seeing family and friends on a regular basis was abruptly taken from us when the Covid-19 pandemic hit and now we are scrambling to stay connected. Research has shown that having a thriving network of friends and family makes you healthier because the support of other people reduces the harmful effects of stress. The following tips for staying in touch help me feel like I’m still able to connect with others in a meaningful way.

Send a text message. My family lives out of state, and we all started sending group texts last spring. We’ve never felt more connected as we share what’s going on in our lives with brief texts, sometimes adding a photo or a funny saying, and being supportive as we cheer each other through the ups and downs of daily life.

Write a letter. There’s nothing like a handwritten letter that someone took the time to compose. Sure, texting is immediate and a quick way of saying “thank you!” or “I’m thinking of you,” but a letter is a little gift you can hold in your hand and read again when you need a pick-me-up. Some letters are meant to be kept indefinitely, as they are so heartfelt and beautifully written. I learned this too late, as we tend to declutter when we move. I wish I still had some of my grandmother’s letters, written in her elegant script on blue stationery engraved with her name.

Mail a care package. Sending packages should not be reserved for birthdays and Christmas. If you find a little something you know your friend or loved one would enjoy, send it to them with a simple note, like the handstitched envelope containing a teabag and a sweet

message that a friend sent to me. Letting them know you are thinking of them might be the bright spot in their day, and it’s certain to make you feel good for doing it. The act of giving is still one of our greatest pleasures and it can’t be taken away.

Pick up the phone. Our phones are used for everything. It’s a camera, it’s a quick way to connect to the internet, and it’s a device loaded with apps that allow us to do so much, but it’s also the next best thing to being there when you want to say hello and hear the voice of a friend or family member. Phone calls are the best way for me and a dear friend to connect. She lives far away, but we catch up with each other’s lives every month or two, and we talk and laugh and commiserate about everything. We always agree that the simple act of talking on the phone makes us feel like all is right with the world again.

Exercise on Zoom. Yoga is so beneficial to good health and it’s something I have enjoyed for years. When in-person classes were shut down earlier this year, my long-time instructor started offering yoga classes on Zoom. I resisted at first, as I missed the personal connection of going to a class and seeing friends. I finally realized I was missing something that was important to my well-being and signed up for Zoom. It was so simple to do, and now I sign into our class in the comfort of my own home. I can see everyone, and we chat for a minute before and after class. For that I say, “Namaste!”

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By Jim Burns Then He came to Capernaum. And when He was in the house He asked them, “What was it you [a]disputed among yourselves on the road?” But they kept silent, for on the road they had disputed among themselves who would be the greatest. And He sat down, called the twelve, and said to them, “If anyone desires to be first, he shall be last of all and servant of all.” Mark 9:33-35 NKJV Interpretation: They came to Capernaum. When he was in the house, he asked them, “What were you arguing about on the road?” But they kept quiet because on the way they had argued about who was the greatest. Sitting down, Jesus called the Twelve and said, “If anyone wants to be first, he must be the very last, and the servant of all.” Mark 9:33–35

e live in a self-absorbed, self-centered world. That’s why there is so much unhappiness in the world. It seems to me that happy people are others-centered people and that unhappy people tend to be I-centered. The Bible constantly challenges us to be a servant, to think of others rather than ourselves. Albert Schweitzer was a person who knew a lot about serving. He was a missionary doctor in Africa for years. Here’s what he had to say about becoming a servant.

A young woman’s life turns upside down when her father, who was her best friend, suddenly dies. Throughout her pain, she decides to turn her tragedy into triumph by writing a collection of poems in memory of her father. Her faith in God gave her the strength to survive such a challenging time in her life. This collection of poems gives hope to people who suffered the loss of their father and will show how God brings restoration through hope and prayer. This collection is my poetry journey from pain to purpose for Christians who can identify with the loss of a loved one.

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“I don’t know what your destiny will be, but one thing I know—the only ones among you who will be really happy are those who have sought and found how to serve.” If you’ve been feeling unhappy and unfulfilled lately, perhaps it’s time to take an evaluation of your life. Are you I-centered or others-centered? Your decision will affect your destiny. The road to happiness is the road of service. Start the New Year with a new attitude…of service. (Source: homeword.com)

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uy local. It’s an often-heard phrase in advertising and the news. What exactly does buying local mean, though? It’s getting the things you need from small, family businesses in your community instead of huge corporations and big box stores. Buying local helps stimulate the economy in our areas and creates jobs for our neighbors. We often think of local businesses as restaurants, auto repair shops, and clothing stores, but don’t forget locally sourced producers of food, such as free-range eggs, dairy products, pasture raised meat, organic plants, fruits, and vegetables. If the agricultural business is small, they depend on selling directly to the public instead of grocery store chains like factory farms do. But while we may find listings and websites for local home builders and lawn care, it’s sometimes difficult to find where and how to buy from a farmer. I’ve put together a few tips to help get you started.

• The best place to begin is a local farmers market. Markets are usually organized by the city or county. You will find a variety of farm fresh items, sometimes picked that day. If you don’t see what you are looking for, ask one of the vendors. They love to help, and if it’s out there they probably know where to find it. • Produce stands sell locally and regionally sourced fruits and vegetables as well as seasonal products from other parts of the country. • Ask for information on social media. A friend or neighbor may know someone who grows what you need. • Some farmers sell their products in large quantities. The price for buying in bulk can sometimes be less than a small package in the grocery store. A gallon of strawberries or a bushel of potatoes is a lot of food to use before it goes bad, though, so many people avoid it even though it’s healthier and more economical. Look into learning to preserve foods by canning, freezing, and dehydrating. Preserved food keeps for many months if done correctly. • Consider joining a CSA or Community Supported Agriculture. It works similar to a subscription box where you pay a farmer directly and he delivers on a schedule you set up with him. The farmer uses the money up-front to plant and harvest, and the customer receives a dividend in products after harvest. Research CSA’s in your area online or by asking the organizer of your local farmers market.

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esolutions that focus on health and fitness are made each year. Numerous people are eager to lose weight, improve their physical fitness levels or even stop habits that can hinder their mental or physical wellness. As the new year ticks closer, individuals can explore these popular resolutions as they get on the path to better health. 1. Commit to quit. The American Cancer Society says about half of all Americans who keep smoking will die due to the habit. Smoking kills more Americans than alcohol, car accidents, guns, HIV, and illegal drugs combined. Smoking not only causes cancer, it also damages nearly every part the body, including the bones, reproductive organs, mouth, skin, eyes, and blood vessels. Quitting can help reverse the effects of years of smoking. 2. Limit alcohol intake. The phrase “everything in moderation” applies to alcohol consumption. Excessive consumption of alcohol can lead to liver and kidney damage. When these organs are not functioning properly, they cannot filter toxins out of the body, resulting in potentially irreparable damage. Resolve to cut down on alcohol consumption if you are drinking more than two drinks per day. 3. Address stress. It’s easy to underestimate the effects of stress on the mind and body. Left unchecked,

stress can contribute to heart disease, obesity, diabetes, and high blood pressure, says the Mayo Clinic. Resolving to reduce stress by adopting certain techniques can improve self-esteem and mood. 4. Exercise more readily. Physician Partners of America states that exercise can improve mood and sleep, help people control their weight, reduce the risk of heart disease, improve bone and muscle strength, and potentially extend their lives. Resolving to exercise doesn’t require drastic changes. Small steps can add up to big results. 5. Visit the doctor. Too often people put off going to the doctor until something is wrong with their health. It is much better to be proactive and avoid illness through testing and conversations with a physician. Doctors may be able to recognize symptoms and risk factors that could be indicative of future illness. Routine physical exams also will check cholesterol and glucose levels, monitor blood pressure and include other preventive care options. 6. Improve your diet. Eating more meals made at home and incorporating more fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains and lean protein into your meals can improve overall health. Healthy changes top the list of New Year’s resolutions each year. Certain resolutions can greatly improve overall health.

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ashville is one of my favorite places. From my radio days, it was the center of my universe for a huge hunk of my adult life. We visit often, from the very seedy days to the days when Gaylord bought up, cleaned up, and fixed up downtown. We’ve caught shows at The Ryman and the Ernest Tubb Midnight Jamboree. We’ve spent time with Mr. Acuff in his dressing room and Josh Leo in the parking lot of the arena before he hit the stage with Jimmy Buffett. From Printer’s Alley to Music Row to Opryland and Charlie Daniels’ beloved Twin Pines, we love the city and all its surroundings. It’s where I stood where Elvis stood in RCA Studio B, on that revered circle on the Opry stage, and where we won back-to-back national awards from the Country Radio Broadcasters. And yep, there were a couple of times when we were offered jobs and almost moved there. When I took a downtown job in 1994, my first national Main Street Conference was in Music City. I had a room on the 14th floor overlooking downtown. I pushed the rollaway bed they’d provided over to the huge picture windows and watched, mesmerized, as most of the city slept. We’ve walked those streets, been in those buildings. We’ve toured the Tennessee State House with my bruddah Jeremy Faison. And now, we too are heartbroken, hurt, confused, and angry. This malicious terrorist attack on that venerable southern city is an attack on us all. No, we weren’t there. We don’t

live in an apartment in downtown Nashville or own one of the businesses shuttered, we don’t own one of the historic buildings destroyed. But by attacking a city center, destroying historic buildings, homes, businesses, jobs, and opportunities, this attack is an attack on every American. It hits us in the gut, taking us to our knees, because it could have been any of our downtowns. It could have been our town. In the days, weeks, and months to come, we’ll know why. But I promise you, I won’t ever understand. Like the Oklahoma City bombing and the WTC attacks, I’ll never understand destroying innocent lives, historic buildings, and lively centers of communities for any reason. To my friends in Nashville and across Tennessee, know you remain in our prayers. You are strong—Nashville Strong. You’ve seen devastation before, and have risen from the ashes, better, stronger, more vibrant than before. And I know you’ll do it again. And to those responsible for this terror, I hope swift justice. Strong justice. Strong enough to make anyone else ever considering such hate pause, to cause them to stop before they start.

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aily life was upended in March of 2020, when most of the world was first introduced to the novel coronavirus COVID-19. People from all walks of life were adversely affected by the pandemic, and certain industries, including travel and tourism, had an especially difficult time as the pandemic wore on.

and the country has been transparent about its reopening conditions. Costa Rica and Caribbean islands have been cautiously reopening to tourists, starting with nations reporting lower infection levels. Anyone who chooses to travel is strongly urged to quarantine for at least 14 days upon returning home.

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Travel was largely restricted in early 2020, with some countries prohibiting tourism from travelers from critically impacted areas. As the second wave of the virus arrived in late 2020, many nations returned to full or partial lockdowns to combat virus transmission, further hurting the travel and tourism industry. According to the World Travel & Tourism Council, the tourism industry accounted for 330 million jobs in 2019. Estimates now suggest that approximately 121 million of those jobs have been eliminated due to the pandemic. Countries whose economies relied primarily on tourism either continued to stay open to travelers or have reopened to make ends meet.

Individuals who prefer to stay close to home may want to invest their vacation dollars into home renovations that can simulate getting away. While they may not serve as a substitute for a sandy beach, home renovations may make riding out the colder temps a bit more tolerable. Here are some ideas to make staycations more enjoyable. • Improve lighting. Increase bright, indoor lighting to simulate longer hours of sunlight. • Invest in a hot tub. You may not be able to swim outdoors in the winter, but sitting in a hot tub can chase away the chill and prove very relaxing. • Renovate a bathroom. Create a spa resort experience with a bathroom overhaul that includes multi-jet shower heads, towel warmers, and ultraplush linens. • Join a gym or indoor pool club. A chance to swim even when it is cold outside can be refreshing and make for great exercise. • Visit an indoor water park. Indoor water parks can include wave pools that recreate the conditions of beach resorts, but all in a climate-controlled environment. It’s the time of year to escape the cold, and people are weighing their options as they try to decide if they will travel or stay home this winter.

Travel considerations When the weather becomes colder and inhospitable, people often seek out warmer climates. Though travel figures to decrease dramatically in the winter of 2020–21, there may be some tourists who are willing to leave home for the promise of beaches and sunny skies. As of December 2020, Mexico had no entry restrictions for Americans, apart from limiting land-border crossings. Visitors can get a temperature check on arrival and will be schooled in basic information about social distancing. John Spence, president of the tour company Scott Dunn USA, says Kenya is a relatively safe East African destination to visit,

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Southeastern Kentucky Waterfall, Train, and Kentucky Fried Chicken Article and Photographs

By Nancy Binder

n early October several years ago, we visited the area around Corbin, Kentucky. Corbin is halfway between Lexington, KY and Knoxville, TN. The fall colors were just beginning, and the weather was perfect with lots of sun. Our first stop was 19 miles southwest of Corbin at Cumberland Falls State Resort Park. This beautiful park is home to the second largest waterfall east of the Rocky Mountains. The falls are on average 68 feet high and 125 feet wide. In the eastern United States, only Niagara Falls is larger. The park has 17 miles of hiking trails, horseback riding, rafting, swimming, bird watching, and mining for gemstones and fossils. Accommodations include campsites and cabins and the beautiful, historic, 51 room DuPont Lodge with its hemlock beams and knotty pine paneling. The biggest attraction happens during the full moon when Cumberland Falls produces moonbows sometimes called white rainbows or lunar rainbows. It is one of the few places in the Western Hemisphere where they can be regularly seen. Niagara Falls and Yosemite Falls are two other places where moonbows can be observed during some full moons. Light is refracted through droplets of water from the falls on clear nights, shortly after moonrise and again just before moonset. Unfortunately there was no full moon when we were there. The lodge was very busy when we stayed there, so we were fortunate to get a window seat in the dining room which overlooks the Cumberland River. A mother raccoon and four

of her offspring put on a show outside the windows, foraging for handouts during our dinner. Thirty miles from the park is Stearns, KY and the Big South Fork Scenic Railway. The railroad was originally built to bring logs and coal out of the area. Justus Stearns of Ludington, Michigan bought 30,000 acres of timberland in 1902. Soon after purchasing the land, coal was found and the Stearns Coal and Lumber Company was established. When the town of Stearns was built most of the buildings in the business district were painted with the company colors of green with white trim. The Company headquarters was painted white with green trim. The company empire grew to over 200 square miles and over 2,200 people worked and lived in 18 coal and lumber camps. The Kentucky and Tennessee Railway was built to service these camps and bring out the coal and lumber. In the 1950s the railway discontinued passenger service. By 1976 the vast land holdings were transferred to the National Forest Service, the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area and to some private owners. Coal mining ceased along the railway in 1987. Big South Fork Scenic Railway is a not for profit organization preserving the train and access to restored

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camps. When we visited we were able to purchase tickets to ride in the diesel locomotive, a first for me. Only two tickets were available to ride in the locomotive for each trip. The engineer introduced us to the controls, he blew the train whistle, and off we went. The train had both indoor cars and open gondola cars. The train had few empty seats as it was the beginning of the fall color season. As we rode along we had views of the Big South Fork River, forests, and rock formations. We disembarked upon arriving at the Blue Heron Mine. The mine is under the control of the National Park Service. They have restored the coal tipple. The coal tipple was used to sort coal by size and to load the coal into gondola rail cars as each car stopped under the tipple. There were excellent signs explaining the mining process and how the coal camp was organized. We had brought our picnic lunch and ample tables were available for the visitors. We spent about two hours there. Recently trains are going to Barthell Coal Camp, which is a recreated camp and tickets can be purchased for camp tours. We returned to Corbin, Kentucky to visit Harland Sanders Café and Museum. Colonel Sanders started his business with a gas station. In 1930 he added a café specializing in fried chicken and then built a motel. In 1956 when it was announced that the federal highway would bypass Corbin, Harland Sanders sold his café and took to the road selling his recipe for fried chicken, later he started franchising and the rest is history. Although you can eat in the café-museum, they serve the fast food version of KFC. We decided to try more local fare and had fried walleye at a recommended restaurant. Heading east the next day, we visited Cumberland Gap National Historic Site starting with the visitor’s center. At Pinnacle Point we could see where the gap tunnel goes under the road and the point where Kentucky, Tennessee, and Virginia come together. We drove on to Cumberland Gap, TN to the iron furnace trail. I walked a ways on the Tennessee Road, which was the old path through the gap, being amazed at the fortitude of the people who emigrated through the area. What tough going that must have been!

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Over his tenure, Alex Campbell has pushed the boundaries of schooling only to find that he has upset the traditional architecture of the public school world. His ideas often make him an outcast from the principal’s office to the superintendent’s office, yet he perseveres to do what young people need to be successful in their lives. He covers challenges for any teacher struggling with today’s red tape that teachers face in the public school system. With shared experiences, Ten Lessons That Will Get You Fired, is insightful and inspiring.

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The Various Types of Glaucoma and their Symptoms

yesight is important but easily taken for granted. Few people can imagine life without their eyesight, but hundreds of millions of people across the globe experience compromised vision every year. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness worldwide. In fact, estimates from the World Glaucoma Association indicated that 79.6 million individuals would experience glaucoma in 2020. By 2040, that figure is expected to rise to 111.8 million people.

What is glaucoma? Glaucoma is a disease that damages the optic nerve. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology®, glaucoma usually results from the buildup of fluid in the front part of the eye. As that fluid builds up, it increases the pressure in the eye, ultimately damaging the optic nerve.

Are all glaucomas the same? All glaucomas are not the same, and the AAO notes that there are two major types of the disease: primary open-angle glaucoma and angle-closure glaucoma. • Primary open-angle glaucoma: The most common type of

the disease, primary open-angle glaucoma develops gradually. Eyes affected by primary open-angle glaucoma do not drain fluid as well as they should, resulting in the buildup of pressure that slowly starts to damage the optic nerve. • Angle-closure glaucoma: Angle-closure glaucoma occurs when a person’s iris is very close to the drainage angle in his or her eye. The AAO says that this proximity can block the drainage angle, causing pressure to build up very quickly. However, the AAO also notes that many people with angle-closure glaucoma develop it very slowly and have no idea they have it until they’ve suffered severe damage.

What are the symptoms of glaucoma? The symptoms of glaucoma differ depending on which type a person has. According to the AAO, there are no obvious symptoms in the early stages of open-angle glaucoma. Blind spots develop in patients’ peripheral vision as the disease progresses. Because people often do not experience symptoms until the damage from open-angle glaucoma

has become severe, the AAO urges adults to schedule routine eye exams with an ophthalmologist so the disease can be found before any significant damage has occurred. Blurred vision, halos, mild headaches, or eye pain are some early symptoms of an angle-closure glaucoma attack. However, the AAO notes that people with angle-closure glaucoma do not typically notice any symptoms until the attack has started. As a result, the AAO urges anyone experiencing any of the aforementioned symptoms to contact their ophthalmologist immediately. Once an angle-closure glaucoma attack has begun, symptoms may include: • severe pain in the eye or forehead • redness of the eye • decreased vision or blurred vision • nausea • vomiting No one is immune to glaucoma, which can quickly rob otherwise healthy individuals of their vision. Learning to recognize the early signs of glaucoma and seeking prompt treatment can reduce the likelihood of substantial vision loss.

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Regional Vaccine Mistrust and Hesitancy Not New to Public Health By Brenna Robinson Outreach & Engagement Specialist for UVA Cancer Center

he U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently approved the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine against COVID-19. But many question the vaccine’s safety, even though the clinical trial data shows the vaccine is 95% effective in preventing COVID-19. Vaccine mistrust and hesitancy is not new. The World Health Organization (WHO) named vaccine hesitancy as a top-10 global health threat in 2019. According to the WHO, false and misleading information causes mistrust in the fight to eradicate or control any disease. The concern is that misinformation could undermine the COVID-19 vaccine and other important vaccines, such as the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine, that can help us get back to and preserve our daily routines. Sabrina Mitchell, Executive Director of Clinch River Health Services, says misleading information about vaccines and the pandemic has led to declines in HPV vaccination in Southwest Virginia. The HPV vaccine prevents a common virus that can lead to cancer later in life. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), close to 80 million American men and women are infected by HPV, causing close to 36,000 cases of cancer in the United States. Despite the vaccine’s success in significantly

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dropping HPV infections by 86 percent in teenage girls, many are not vaccinated due to misinformation. Mitchell reports misinformation plays a role in low HPV vaccination rates. False information that links vaccines to autism and claims only sexually active people benefit from the HPV vaccine discourages immunization. She encourages her patients to get the HPV vaccine by asking them to “take the steps now to protect yourself and your loved ones so that they never have to hear those words that you have HPV, cervical cancer, or oral cancer.” The pandemic has also caused a drop in HPV vaccinations in the region. Mitchell said there has been overall decline in well-child visits since the beginning of the pandemic. Clinch River Health System has taken several steps to encourage patients to bring children in for well-child visits, such as scheduling well-child visits in the morning before visits from sick children. Research from the University of Virginia (UVA) found health beliefs and questions of vaccine safety are barriers to people getting and completing the HPV vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccine, like the HPV vaccine, is a multi-step injection. There are concerns the two-step process of the COVID-19 vaccine could impact vaccination rates. UVA’s research shows a combination of strategies may improve vaccine completion, including reminders, education and scheduling follow-up appointments. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends families to stay up to date on all vaccines, even during the COVID-19 pandemic. Many clinics are making safety a priority by scheduling different times for well-child visits, providing additional waiting spaces, or offering drivethrough immunization clinics. If you have questions about a vaccine’s safety, such as HPV or COVID-19, it is important to ask your doctor for reliable information. This article is from the Office of Community Outreach and Engagement for the University of Virginia Cancer Center. Aimee Strong leads outreach with the Cancer Center Without Walls Southwest Virginia Community Advisory Board in addressing cancer disparities and access to care in Appalachia. For more information, visit the Cancer Center Without Walls’ website: med.virginia.edu/ccww/ community-advisory-boards-2/community-advisory-boards/.

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lasses may fog due to the formation of condensation on the lens surface, which happens when moving from a cold outdoor environment into a warm indoor one. This is a problem that has affected eyeglass wearers for some time, including health professionals who often wear masks. The issue has become even more widely known due to the sheer number of people who have been wearing face masks as a public health safety measure. So how does one counteract the condensation and fogging that occurs from both winter weather and increased mask usage? There are a few different methods, but eyeglass wearers should always consult with an optometrist to verify the safety and efficacy of any method before trying it.

Get a mask that fits tightly

Use soapy water

The AARP suggests placing a folded tissue between your mouth and the mask. The tissue will absorb the warm, moist air, preventing it from rising up to reach the glasses.

A 2011 study published in the Annals of The Royal College of Surgeons of England found that washing eyeglasses in soapy water and shaking off the excess can help reduce fogginess. Afterward, let the spectacles air dry before putting them back on. The soapy water leaves behind a thin surfactant film that reduces surface tension and causes the water molecules to spread out evenly into a transparent layer. This can help prevent fogging.

Use a commercial product Antifogging products are widely used to prevent fogging of scuba masks or ski goggles.

Make sure the mask fits securely over the nose, advises The Cleveland Clinic. Also, a mask with a nose bridge will help keep warm exhaled breath from exiting up to the glasses. Use your glasses to help seal the mask on your face by pulling the mask up higher on the nose.

Block breath with a tissue

Adjust the fit of glasses Choosing glasses that sit further away from the face can improve air circulation and reduce the formation of condensation.

Consider other options If these tricks seem like a lot of work, you also can speak to an eye doctor about contact lenses or eye surgery. Fogging of glasses has been a problem for some time, but has become more widespread thanks to the use of masks during the pandemic.

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Preventive Care and the Pandemic I

t’s understandable that many people postponed preventive care and wellness visits during the pandemic, but it’s also potentially dangerous. The National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion notes the power of preventive care is undeniable. In fact, the NCCDPHP points out that, while chronic diseases are among the most common and costly of all health problems, they’re also among the most preventable. Annual wellness visits and early detection efforts like routine screenings for at-risk populations can uncover problems before they escalate into something more serious. In addition, annual physicals, which are provided free of charge through many health insurance policies, provide great opportunities for doctors to advise patients on their overall health and how to improve it if exams and blood work turn up any red flags.

Visiting a doctor during the pandemic As vital as preventive care can be, it’s understandable if people are hesitant to visit their doctors during the pandemic. But patients can take certain steps to calm their nerves about booking preventive care appointments during the pandemic. • Schedule telemedicine appointments. The number of telemedicine appointments has skyrocketed during the pandemic. While the transition from predominantly in-person appointments to telemedicine might have been a reluctant and rocky one at the start of the pandemic, many doctors’ offices have since firmly established their telemedicine protocols. The Mayo Clinic

advises patients who have not yet tried telemedicine to contact their doctors’ offices to arrange an appointment. • Inquire about office procedures. Doctors try to keep patients healthy, not get them sick. Various medical organizations, including the American Academy of Family Physicians, have provided thorough checklists to help physicians prepare their offices to welcome patients during the pandemic. Patients can ease their concerns by contacting their doctors’ offices and asking them about their pandemic-related protocols. • Don’t hesitate to make requests. There’s no such thing as being too safe from COVID-19, so patients can work with their doctors to calm their fears even further. Ask to pay copays over the phone and request that the front desk call you when the doctor is ready so you don’t have to sit in the waiting room. Preventive care is an important component of health care, even during a pandemic.

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Breast Cancer Surgery My Breast Cancer Journey – Part 2 By Deana Landers, Morningcoffeebeans.com

wo days before I had surgery to remove a malignant tumor from my breast, I had a panic attack. I didn’t know whether to have a mastectomy or a lumpectomy. My doctor wanted to do a lumpectomy, but I have friends who had lived through this decision and still chose to later have a mastectomy. Research shows that a lumpectomy plus radiation to treat women diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer offered the same survival rates as a mastectomy. However, a lumpectomy has a slightly higher risk of recurrent cancer. Still, some women who’ve been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer in one breast choose to have that breast and the other healthy breast removed because of the fear that a new, second breast cancer might develop. Earlier studies suggest that more women, especially younger women, diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer in one breast, choose to have the breast affected by cancer and the other healthy breast removed. They can then have reconstructive surgery. A woman may also choose to have a mastectomy because of an abnormal BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene. Having one of these abnormal genes dramatically increases a woman’s lifetime risk of breast and ovarian cancer. If you have cancer in your family, you can talk with your doctor or oncologist about a referral to someone in genetics. I asked my husband what he thought I should do, and he said, “Honey, this is a decision you will have to make. It is your body, and I will love you and be there for you all the way.” Being diagnosed with breast cancer is a journey I never thought I would be taking. The biopsy report showed a malignant tumor that was not yet very big, so having a mastectomy to remove my entire breast was a little overwhelming for me. I know many women who chose a lumpectomy, went through radiation and hormone therapy, and the cancer

has never returned. I also know women who had the lumpectomy and later had to have a mastectomy. With the information I had, I was willing to take that chance. During the lumpectomy, the goal was to remove the malignant tumor and a few lymph nodes to determine if the cancer had already begun to spread. My surgery day started in radiology, where I had a surgical procedure called a sentinel node biopsy. This procedure can see whether cancer has spread beyond the primary tumor into my lymphatic system. The sentinel nodes are the first few lymph nodes into which a tumor drains. The biopsy involved injecting a tracer material that helped the surgeon locate the sentinel nodes during the lumpectomy later that morning. My doctor removed three sentinel nodes and sent them to the laboratory to be analyzed. It was almost two weeks before my follow up appointment. Yes, my breast was very sore, and not knowing if the cancer had spread was scary, but I’ve trusted God for my life since I was nine years old, and since then I have never felt alone. In the weeks of waiting, I was blessed with family and friends checking on me and sending me beautiful words of encouragement. A few days before the follow-up appointment, I decided to go to the hospital and ask for a copy of the surgery’s pathology report. I sat down alone in the cafeteria and held my breath while I read the information. It was good news, and I couldn’t wait to get home to my husband and call our children. The report showed no malignant lymph nodes, and the surgeon had removed all of the malignant tumor, leaving clear margins around the removal site. I didn’t understand everything in the report, but when I went in to see my doctor, I was able to ask questions. I felt more peaceful because I had done my homework and was able to have a more productive conversation with her about what she found and the next steps in my journey. Every step is important to recovery. An oncologist and a radiology oncologist will help create a plan to lower the recurrence of the cancer.

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The Positive Impact of Organic Agriculture

O Benefits of Quinoa

uinoa is one highly nutritious whole grain that’s easy to find and even easier to prepare. Quinoa is considered a complete protein, which means it includes all nine essential amino acids. Why is that important? To understand that, it’s best to first consider the importance of protein. Protein is comprised of 20 amino acids, 11 of which the body can produce on its own. For optimal health, the body needs all 20 amino acids. Diet is the only way to get the nine essential amino acids that your body cannot produce on its own. Complete proteins like quinoa provide all nine in a single food, making them especially healthy, convenient options for people looking to ensure they get enough protein in their diets. As noted, whole grains are good sources of iron, and quinoa is no exception. That’s a considerable benefit, as iron is an essential part of hemoglobin, a red protein that’s responsible for transporting oxygen in the blood. Quinoa also is a good source of magnesium. That’s another significant benefit of including quinoa in your diet, as the Office of Dietary Supplements notes low levels of magnesium have been linked to various ailments, including high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. Pregnant women or women hoping to become pregnant, as well as their male partners, also can discuss the benefits of including quinoa in their diets with their physicians. That’s because quinoa is high in the B vitamin folate, which is needed to perform various functions in the body, including the production of red and white blood cells in the bone marrow. Adequate folic acid consumption before and during pregnancy can protect against miscarriages and congenital defects. Whole grains like quinoa benefit the body in myriad ways, making them worthy additions to anyone’s diet.

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rganic produce can be significantly more expensive than non-organic fruits and vegetables, so it’s understandable if budget-conscious consumers cannot afford to go entirely organic. However, it’s important that consumers recognize the many ways that organic agriculture is having a positive impact on the health of humans and the planet they call home. • Organic produce reduces exposure to pesticides and antibiotics. That’s a significant benefit, as pesticide exposure has been shown to lead to neurodevelopmental issues and has been linked to higher cancer risk. Consumers shopping on budgets can pick and choose which organic foods they purchase, as UC Davis Health notes that certain foods have been shown to have higher pesticide residues than others. Apples, celery, grapes, spinach, strawberries, and tomatoes have high levels of pesticide residues, so choosing organic versions of these foods may be a wise choice. Avocados, broccoli, cabbage, and cantaloupe are some of the foods that typically have low levels of pesticide residue. • Organic agriculture reduces environmental degradation. The Organic Trade Association notes that synthetic pesticides and fertilizers used on some conventional farms can deplete the soil of valuable nutrients and increase environmental degradation. Organic farmers do not use such pesticides or fertilizers, instead utilizing such practices as composting, cover cropping and crop rotation, each of which can have positive, long-term effects on soil quality. Many grocery stores are increasing the availability of organic fruits and vegetables. Such foods can benefit human health as well as the health of the planet.

Foods that Can Positively Affect Mood

o one is immune to the occasional bad mood. Whether it’s the weather, waking up on the wrong side of the bed or another variable, various factors can have an adverse affect on a person’s mood. Food is one factor that can have a positive effect on mood. Certain foods have been found to positively affect mood, so incorporating them into your diet may help you stay positive even on those days when you get up on the wrong side of the bed. • Fatty fish: A study from British researchers published in the Archives of General Psychiatry found that a daily dose of an omega-3 fatty acid called eicosatetraenoic acid, or EPA, helped patients with depression significantly reduce their feelings of sadness and pessimism. Hackensack Meridian Health notes that salmon,

albacore tuna, sardines, trout, and anchovies are rich in omega-3 fatty acids. • Nuts and seeds: The minerals selenium, copper, magnesium, manganese, and zinc have all been linked to mental health, and nuts are rich in each of those minerals. Hackensack Meridian Health notes that almonds, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, walnuts, and peanuts are particularly good sources of the immune system-boosting minerals zinc and magnesium.

• Dark, leafy greens: Dark, leafy greens like kale, spinach and collards are rich in iron and magnesium, both of which can increase serotonin levels and help reduce feelings of anxiety. Dark, leafy greens also help the body fight inflammation, which can have a positive effect on mood. • Dark chocolate: Chocolate lovers may be happy to learn that dark chocolate can improve mood. A 2009 study published in the Journal of Proteome Research found that dark chocolate helped to reduce levels of the hormone cortisol, which has been linked to stress. Various foods can have a beneficial effect on mood, potentially helping people to stay positive when doing so proves challenging.

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1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, rinsed and drained 1 stalk celery, chopped 1 dill pickle, chopped (about 1⁄2 cup) 1⁄4 cup finely chopped red or yellow onion 1⁄3 cup vegan mayonnaise 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1⁄4 teaspoon salt Black pepper Whole grain bread Lettuce and tomato slices 1. Place chickpeas in a medium bowl. Coarsely mash with a potato masher, leaving some beans whole. 2. Add celery, pickle and onion; stir to mix. Add mayonnaise and lemon juice; mix well. Taste and add 1⁄4 teaspoon salt or more, if desired. Sprinkle with pepper, if desired; mix well. Serve on bread with lettuce and tomato, if desired. Source: “Chickpea Salad” from Vegan Cooking for Beginners by the Editors of Publications International

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