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May 2019 | Volume 16 | Issue 5

May Hot Hunk Hunt!

The April “Hot Hunk” was on page 11.

Iain Glen Each month Voice will “hide” a picture of a “Hot Hunk.” If you find him, fill out this form, mail it in, and you could win tickets to Barter Theatre.

Congratulations to: Connie McCrady Damascus, VA as the winner in the April Hot Hunk Hunt!

Thanks to ALL for sending in your entry!

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HOT HUNK LOCATION: Where did I pick up my copy of Voice Magazine?

Mail this submission form to: Voice Magazine P.O. Box 701 Johnson City, TN 37605

Walking on Sunshine!

Spring Fashion

Summer Maintenance for Your Home

Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

Couture with a Cause

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Sheila Wandell, State Farm 16

YWCA 17

Charleston, South Carolina

Jan-Carol Publishing

Nancy Binder 10

New Releases 18

Arrington Schelin Proudly Welcomes Jeremy Wayne Hurley

Hooked on Books!

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or e-mail: hothunk@voicemagazineforwomen.com Deadline for submission is May 20, 2019.

PLEASE, ONE ENTRY PER HOUSEHOLD As the selected winner, you must contact Voice Magazine for Women at 423-926-9983 within 90 days to claim and receive your prize. After 90 days, winning becomes null and void and the prize cannot be claimed.

Church Basement Ladies at Barter Theatre Church Basement Ladies is a brilliant musical comedy about the women who are the backbone of the church, women you might recognize from your own congregation.

Playing at Barter Stage II, May 12–August 25. Starring Barter favorites like Tricia Matthews, Rick McVey, Paris Bradstreet and more!

The ladies of the local church fortify their flock with love, wisdom and, of course, the food they prepare in the church’s basement kitchen. Bringing their own special brand of humor, the story of the four women, as they organize the food and solve the problems of their church, mixes together

Attracting Pollinators to the Garden

Community Spotlight: Maria True 22

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wonderful music, endearing characters, and sidesplitting scenes to serve up a deliciously delightful journey. Funny and down-to-earth, you will recognize and embrace these ladies as they witness the church year unfold from below the house of God. Church Basement Ladies will have a performance during Barter Days this summer, which allows patrons to barter for a ticket to the show, and we will incorporate two Open-Caption performances. Please visit our website for more information on those special dates.

Tickets start at just $20. Book your seats now at www.bartertheatre.com or you can call our box office at 276-628-3991.

Church Basement Ladies is made possible by the generosity of Spectrum Reach and Voice Magazine for Women. Thank you to our sponsors.

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In honor of the event, I published a hand size book titled, Woman to Woman—A Beginner’s Inspiration Guide for Women Seeking to Start Their Own Business. In the book, I share some of my original quotes as well as a few of my favorite quotes from others with directive comments. The book is being offered half priced at $7.50 (includes shipping) for the month of May. Just call the office (423-926-9983) with a credit card or debit card, or mail a check, and an autographed copy will be shipped to you.

May is an exciting time of the year. Spring has sprung, and even though April snow showers are still making an appearance in some states, here locally, May flowers and the air promise warmer weather, inviting people outdoors with lots of activities. There are graduations, proms, and Mother’s Day. Another upcoming holiday is Memorial Day. With the overall political climate in our country, Memorial Day seems to be just another 3-day holiday. Why do we celebrate Memorial Day? It is a day on which those who died in active military service are remembered, traditionally observed on May 30 but now officially observed on the last Monday in May. This year, take a moment on that day to remember those who died serving their country. It was for you…and it was for me…it was for all Americans.

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For this special month–May–we wish all mothers, step moms, grandmothers and second moms, a very special Happy Mother’s Day! And for one very special Mother–Happy Mother’s Day to my mother!

I would like to say ‘Thank you’ to the lovely ladies gracing our front cover for this special Mother’s Day issue. Our Senior Graphics Designer, Tara Sizemore, her daughter (Maya), her mother (Kay Davis), and her grandmother (Charlotte Corbett) make the perfect Mother’s Day photo!

Thought of the month: “If someone is strong enough to bring you down, show them that you are strong enough to get up.” Author Unknown Verse of the Month: “Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” Proverbs 22:6 (KJV)

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ne fashion color that mimics the spring flowers’ pallet is yellow! The color yellow is very positive! It stands for freshness, happiness, positivity, clarity, energy, optimism, enlightenment, remembrance, intellect, honor, loyalty, and joy!

The color yellow also relates to acquired knowledge. It is the color which resonates with the left or logic side of the brain, stimulating our mental faculties and creating mental agility and perception. Being the lightest hue of the spectrum, the color psychology of yellow is uplifting and illuminating, offering hope, happiness, cheerfulness, and fun. In the meaning of colors, yellow inspires original thought and inquisitiveness. Yellow is creative from a mental aspect, the color of new ideas, helping us to find new ways of doing things. It is the practical thinker, not the dreamer.

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Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

M to express their love for the mothers in their any people give heartfelt gifts on Mother’s Day

lives. The perfect gift may focus on Mom’s interests and the things that make her truly happy. With that in mind, the following shopping tips can help anyone find the perfect Mother’s Day gift.

• Explore spa packages. What mother won’t benefit from some rest and relaxation with a little pampering thrown in? Salons and massage therapists typically put together Mother’s Day packages that cater to mothers. Packages may include massages, facials, hair treatments, manicures, and pedicures. Gift-givers can customize the services depending on their budgets.

• Dining out can be a treat. A meal at a favorite restaurant can be a welcome change from kitchen duty. Mother’s Day is a busy day for restaurants, many of which have limited menus to better handle the crowds. As a result, if dining out on Mother’s Day, Mom may not get the full menu she desires. To ensure mothers have full menus at their disposal, gift givers can cook a meal at home on Mother’s Day and then choose another day of the week to enjoy a meal in an upscale restaurant.

• Schedule a paint and sip. A paint and sip session is a unique gift. A session is typically two hours and includes step-by-step instructions.

Patrons are encouraged to bring snacks and their favorite beverages. With the right planning, well-intentioned children can turn the evening into a “ladies night out” and encourage other moms to join in the fun. Or the entire family can paint masterpieces together.

• Give tickets to a show or sporting event.

Whether Mom is a sports fan or she prefers the theater or live music, event tickets can make a wonderful gift. Unique gift ideas include tickets to Barter Theatre, Cirque du Soleil, Shen Yun, or a Broadway play.

• Give the gift of wine tasting. Wineries can be found across the country and frequently open their doors to wine tastings and wine pairing events. A Mother’s Day wine tasting can be special for the entire family.

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• The Crafter— Mothers who are avid crafters may enjoy a craft-themed Mother’s Day. A family crafting project can make for a fun afternoon and produce mementos that Mom will cherish for years to come. Dads and kids can plan the project in advance without Mom’s knowledge, arranging all of the materials ahead of time and setting up the crafting station the night before or while Mom is relaxing on Mother’s Day morning. Kids can even get a head start on the day by making their own craft for Mom and giving it to her as a Mother’s Day present.

• The Reader— Women read an average of 19.8 minutes per day, which can make a Mother’s Day focused on Mom’s love of books an ideal and unique way to spend the day. What a perfect gift and showing support to a local business—buy JanCarol Publishing books. JCP offers books in print and E-books. From historical fiction to romance to inspirational, JCP books are great gifts for all Moms!

• The Nature Lover— Fishing and other outdoor activities might have a reputation as predominantly male hobbies, but studies show that’s not really the case. If Mom is a nature enthusiast, families can plan a Mother’s Day enjoying the great outdoors, even giving Mom a new fishing pole, hiking gear, or other items that align with her favorite nature activity.

Surprise Mom with a Special Dessert in her Honor

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others selflessly devote themselves to their children from infancy into adulthood. A mother’s love never wanes, and she’s always ready and willing to step in and put her children first.

Mother’s Day is a great chance for men, women, and children to honor the special women in their lives.

Delicious homemade treats can show mothers just how much they’re appreciated and adored. Try this tasty recipe for “Cold Mango Soufflés Topped with Toasted Coconut” from “The Complete Mexican, South American & Caribbean Cookbook” (Metro Books) by Jane Milton, Jenni Fleetwood, and Marina Filippelli.

Cold Mango Soufflés Topped With Toasted Coconut (Makes 4) 4 small mangoes, peeled, pitted and chopped 2 tablespoons water 1 tablespoon powdered gelatin 2 egg yolks 1⁄2 cup superfine sugar 1⁄2 cup milk 1 1⁄4 cups heavy cream Grated rind of one orange Toasted flaked or coarsely shredded coconut, to decorate 1. Place a few pieces of mango in the base of each of the four 2⁄3-cup ramekins. Wrap a creased collar of nonstick parchment paper around the outside of each dish, extending well above the rim. Secure with adhesive tape, then tie tightly with string.

2. Pour the water into a small heatproof bowl and sprinkle the gelatin over the surface. Leave for 5 minutes or until spongy. Place the bowl in a pan of hot water, stirring occasionally, until the gelatin has dissolved.

3. Meanwhile, whisk the egg yolks with the superfine sugar and milk in another heatproof bowl. Place the bowl over a pan of simmering water and continue to whisk until the mixture is thick and frothy. Remove from the heat and continue whisking until the mixture cools.

Whisk in the liquid gelatin.

4. Puree the remaining mango pieces in a food processor or blender, then fold the puree into the egg yolk mixture with the orange rind. Set the mixture aside until starting to thicken.

5. Whip the heavy cream to soft peaks. Reserve 4 tablespoons and fold the rest into the mango mixture. Spoon into the ramekins until the mixture is 1 inch above the rim of each dish.

Chill for 3 to 4 hours, or until set.

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Charleston, South Carolina Magnolia Plantation and Middleton Place Article and Photographs

There were many nests in the trees, and there was a lot of activity, with parents flying back and forth with n early April, my niece and I visited fish to feed the young.

Charleston, South Carolina, for a long Further along the path, we weekend. This was my third visit and saw our first alligator, which was her first. We arrived at about noon and swimming. Later, we saw alligators quickly found Jim ‘N Nick’s Community on ramps, which were provided for Bar-B-Q for Low Country pulled pork with them out in the water. We learned a vinegar barbecue sauce and “the best” that you can estimate little cheddar biscuits. how big an alligator Fortified with barbecue, we headed is by visually measurto Magnolia Plantation. In 1676, Thomas ing from the tip of its and Ann Drayton built a house and small snout to its eyes and formal garden there. The original plantachanging the inches tion house was burned during the Civil to feet. We saw War, and John Drayton, in 1870, opened several 8 foot alligathe gardens to tourists to supplement his tors. The irises were income. A plantation house was reconblooming along the Great Egret Alligator on ramp at structed after the Civil War. shore. It was a lovely Magnolia The lovely drive into the grounds, walk in spite of the which is lined with live oak trees with light rain. The tram tour of the plantation Spanish moss hanging down, was a wonlasted about an hour. The guide was knowlderful welcome to the plantation. As we edgeable and informative. When the planwalked to the ticket booth, the wisteria was tations in this area were first started, they in full bloom. We considered which tours tried to grow cotton, but the soil was not we would take suitable. Many of the African slaves knew and started with how to grow rice, how to make the irrigathe Audubon tion ditches to allow water to flood fields Swamp Garden. and later drain them, and how to harvest It was overcast the rice. The plantation owners became Great Blue Heron and threatening very wealthy from raising rice and shipping rain, but we embarked on the it to England. The English government allowed the planone mile boardwalk in spite tation owners to sell their rice to other European counof the weather. Almost imme- tries without tariffs, except for France, which England diately, we came upon Great was at war with. All of the plantations were situated on Egrets, Snowy Egrets, Great Blue the river, as the waterways were the local “highways.”

Herons, and Tri-colored Herons. The plantation mansions faced the river. The day we We watched a Great Blue Heron were there, a wedding was taking place at the plantation stalk a fish, catch it, and turn it house, which had a large, wrap-around veranda. Peacocks around so it would go down his wandered on the property, calling out their plaintive cry. throat head first, with the fins Wisteria at Magnolia lying flat as it was swallowed. continued on next page Plantation

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South wing of house at Middleton Place That evening, we had reservations for dinner at Middleton Place, a restaurant on the grounds of another plantation about 8 miles from Magnolia Plantation. The road to the restaurant was marked with burning lanterns along the roadway. We arrived before sunset, which enabled us to view the ponds and gardens from our table. We enjoyed the she-crab soup, our beautifully presented dinners, and a Huguenot torte, which was dried apple slices, nuts, caramel, and a meringue. This several hundred year old dessert was so good. She-crab soup is made of Atlantic blue crab meat, a thick sauce similar to bisque with crab roe, and a dab of sherry placed in the bottom of the bowl. It was heavenly!

The next day, we returned to Middleton Place for a garden tour, which we did in the rain. The gardens are the oldest landscaped gardens in the U.S. The azaleas were in mass bloom, and a few camellias were still blooming. The formal gardens were modeled after the gardens in Versailles. Two ponds form the wings of a butterfly,

Live oak with Spanish moss and gardens above form the body and eyes. I’m sure an aerial view of it is magnificent. John Williams began building this plantation in the late 1730s and presented the plantation to his daughter as a wedding gift when she married Henry Middleton. The Middleton’s were very prominent people. Henry Middleton was the President of the First Continental Congress in 1774, and his son, Arthur Middleton, signed the Declaration of Independence. In 1865, toward the end of the Civil War, Union soldiers burned most of the house, and in 1886, a strong earthquake destroyed the walls of the main house and the north wing. The south wing, which had been used as guest quarters prior to the house’s destruction, is now the house museum, and tours are available. We enjoyed an hour long lecture at Eliza’s Place about the lives of the slaves at this plantation. As we walked through the stable yard, we enjoyed watching the lambs that had been born two days earlier. A wedding had taken place that morning, and the newlyweds were photographed with sheep in the meadow.

There are other plantations in the area to visit, but because of our limited time, we chose to visit only these two.

Lambs at Middleton Place

Azaleas at Magnolia Plantation

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WOMEN IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP

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On Wednesday, April 24, the event kicked off with Wynonah Dove Bush singing and sharing her uplifting story. The theme continued with enthusiasm and excitement! All presenters shared their inspirational stories and information that captured the essence of the event.

“The purpose and goal of the entire conference was to speak to the audience to encourage them to ‘step-to-the-plate’ and use your talents and skills to become successful in your life whether it be in a business or in your personal life—just become empowered to do what you want with your life. The event was a tremendous success,” stated the host of the event, Penny McCallum, Director of the Virginia Tech Southwest Center at the Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center in Abingdon.

“We’re already evaluating for next year’s event!”

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Proudly Welcomes Jeremy Wayne Hurley

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outhwest Virginia and Northeast Tennessee are called home for Jeremy Wayne Hurley. Graduating from Grundy Senior High School in 2011, Jeremy’s plans for the future would mean uprooting and leaving home and family to pursue a higher education.

Moving to Charlottesville, Virginia to pursue his undergraduate degree at The University of Virginia, Hurley found that he had a strong interest in practicing law. “I found that this profession is very unique in that lawyers have the ability to assist individuals in a broad area of ways while furthering the public good.”

With this vision of the profession, Hurley began his first legal clerkship while pursuing his bachelor’s degree. He decided that upon graduating from the University of Virginia that he would return to his roots and go to his hometown of Grundy, Virginia to attend Appalachian School of Law. “With my maternal and paternal grandparents born and raised in Grundy/Buchanan County area and my parents living in Grundy, as well as other relatives, I knew returning to my roots and attending Appalachian School of Law was the right decision for me. And in returning, I was very blessed to have received the Lion’s Pride Scholarship and the Leadership Scholarship to pursue my law degree.”

As Hurley pursued his juris doctorate degree, he found other opportunities for employment and professional development within the legal profession, holding several legal clerkships in Southwest Virginia. “In Grundy, my duties largely consisted of criminal work. I worked specifically assisting incarcerated individuals with post-conviction relief. Also, I was very fortunate to have an externship/clerkship under Virginia Supreme Court Justice Elizabeth A. McClanahan in her chambers in Abingdon, Va during the summer of 2016. I know that this clerkship was a huge turning point in my life. The wealth of knowledge and experience I obtained during this opportunity was invaluable and I will forever be grateful for that.”

After graduating from the Appalachian School of Law, Hurley knew that he wanted to seek full-time employment in the

legal profession that would be in alignment with his vision of the profession. “The idea of ‘giving back’ in the legal profession is what interests me…advocating for those who are unable to defend themselves. I am specifically interested in the more philanthropic areas of the law. Hence my interest in the Social Security Administration and passion for assisting the disabled individuals of Southwest Virginia and Eastern Tennessee with obtaining the benefits they rightfully deserve.”

As Hurley began seeking employment, his inquires took him to Bristol, Virginia. He wanted to work for an attorney with years of experience and who had a successful law practice. “I knew that Mr. Arrington was from Grundy and I knew that he had grown his law firm into a successful law practice in the region. I also wanted to become a part of a law practice that shared my vision. So, after I sat for the bar exam in July 2018, I was hired. I moved to Bristol, Tennessee with my fiancée to pursue a legal career, and joined the Arrington Schelin a Professional Corporation law firm on August 1, 2018. I received my passing results in October, 2018.”

As an associate at Arrington Schelin a Professional Corporation, Hurley has the opportunity to learn and study different areas of law, but his primary role is a Disability Specialist. “My primary focus is representing and advocating for disabled workers by gathering medical evidence, assisting with/filing appeals with the Social Security Administration, and representing claimants at their hearings before Administrative Law Judges. It means a great deal to me that I have an opportunity to learn, help others, and become an advocate for the disabled workers.”

With family and his faith in the Lord being his two biggest motivating factors, Hurley is excited about his career choice and coming back to his hometown roots. “I enjoy developing and growing as a young professional in this area and watching my beautiful fiancée do the same in the nursing profession. She and I are engaged to be married this fall, so I am excited about my future.”

Reach out to Mr. Jeremy Wayne Hurley or contact Arrington Schelin a Professional Corporation at their main office at 1315 Euclid Ave., Unit E Ste 1, Bristol, Virginia, (844) 458-4591. voicemagazineforwomen.com | May 2019 | 13

Attracting Pollinators to the Garden

By April Hensley

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s we plant our gardens, we try to make sure everything is perfect. A sunny area, well-fertilized soil, and adequate water are just a few things that make a garden grow. One of the most important things for plant and food production is pollinators. Without these tiny visitors to our gardens, a lot of plants won’t produce food and seeds. The friendly, fuzzy bumblebee that loves our flowers by the backdoor and the gentle but speedy hummingbird that visits our hanging baskets are both hardworking pollinators.

Sugary sweet nectar attracts pollinators to the blooms.

Pollinators travel from flower to flower, spreading powdery pollen that will fertilize the blooms and cause fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds to be produced. The nectar is also used by bees to make honey.

Pollinators include bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, wasps, ants, flies, mosquitos, moths, beetles, and even bats in some deep, southern areas of the United States. Anything that visits the blooms has the potential to spread pollen between the flowers.

Pollinators need pretty much the same things to thrive that we humans do—food, water, shelter, and a healthy environment.

Food • Use trees, plants, and bushes that will bloom at different times so pollinators have food through the whole growing season.

• Try some plants native to your area.

• Plant milkweed to attract monarch butterflies. They will lay their eggs on the milkweed, creating a new generation of monarchs.

• Use hummingbird feeders.

Water • Keep a birdbath filled with clean water to attract birds.

• Fill a shallow dish in a shady area to provide water for bees and other bugs. Small sticks placed in the bowl will give them rescue if they fall in.

Shelter • Trees and bushes give bugs and birds a safe and cool place to shelter during scorching summer days and severe weather.

• Bat houses, bee houses, and birdhouses help attract these beneficial creatures.

Healthy Environment • Wait as long as possible to mow in the spring so early pollinators have dandelions and other wildflowers for food.

• Try using organic sprays targeted for specific pests.

• Do not use a kill-all pesticide on your plants when dealing with pesky bugs. These kill the good bugs also. Good bugs help you battle pests and pollinate plants.

• Spray late at night or early morning before most pollinators visit plants.

• Avoid using artificial herbicides, which can contain harsh chemicals that are harmful to bugs, animals, and people.

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uring the cold months of winter, many people stare longingly out of the window, dreaming of spring and time spent outdoors. For those with green thumbs, images of tending to the garden and other aspects of their landscapes no doubt dominate such daydreams.

Employ these tips to prepare for the upcoming gardening season.

• One of the first steps is to apply a pre-emergent weed killer to get a head start on knocking out weeds that can plague the lawn during the growing season. Killing weeds at the roots early on can mean far fewer hassles in spring and summer, and it may prevent new generations of weeds from cropping up each year.

• While it may be tempting to take a prematurely warm day as a sign that spring is in full force and purchase a bunch of annuals, it’s better to know the last of the possible frost dates; otherwise, you may waste time and money planting flowers or vegetables, only to have them zapped by another frosty day.

• Amend the soil so that it is the right consistency—just crumbling when lifting it. Soil that is too muddy after spring thaw can harden, making it difficult for plants to flourish later on.

• Lawn and garden experts at The Home Depot suggest filling in bare patches of lawn by mixing a few shovelfuls of soil with grass seed. Then, apply this patch to the bare areas, water, and continue to care for the area until the spot fills in.

• Spend a day in the garage or shed tending to the lawn mower and other gardening equipment. Clean all tools and ensure that everything works, repairing parts as needed.

• Give outdoor entertaining spaces a good scrubbing, clearing away dirt and grime that may have accumulated over the winter. Use a leaf blower to blow away any leftover leaves.

• Check if the front porch, railings, or decking need painting and/or staining. Tackle these projects when the weather is cooler so everything will be ready for those peak spring days.

• Think about any annuals you might want to plant in the landscape that will complement any existing shrubbery or perennials. Come up with a theme so that the entire yard is cohesive.

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Summer Maintenance for Your Home Contributed by Sheila Wandell CLU, Agent, State Farm

Keeping cool inside: Energy efficiency is a top priority when electricity bills climb as high as the temperatures outside. Hopefully, you’ve had your air conditioning system checked in the spring, as repairmen are often busy in the summer and you may have to sweat it out until your appointment.

Ceiling fans provide an energy-efficient way of circulating cool air. Dust them if needed, and balance any wobbly blades by tightening loose screws. For additional energy efficiency, check windows and doors for air leaks and seal with weather stripping or caulk as needed. You’re paying for the cool air, so take steps to be sure it’s not escaping outdoors.

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Home exterior care and landscaping: Take advantage of the warm weather by washing the outside of your windows and cleaning the siding. While it might be tempting to use a pressure washer, a garden hose is best in order to avoid potentially damaging the exterior of your home. Apply a coat of fresh paint if needed, and repair any damaged vinyl or aluminum siding.

Be aware of termites while you’re outside inspecting your home. Termites can easily go undetected until significant damage has been done. Look for telltale signs, like flaking wood, mud buildup, or tunneling systems in the exterior wood of your home. Professional pest control inspections are recommended if you have any suspicions of possible infestation.

Well-tended landscaping and a trim and tidy house are as welcoming to guests as the smells of a barbeque. Garden beds look their best when mulched and weeded. Summer annuals can be induced to produce more flowers and bloom longer when you deadhead them. Removing spent flowers also prevents the plant from going to seed. Check garden plants, trees, and shrubs for insect infestations. Unhealthy plants should be removed so that others may thrive.

Lush, green grass is, of course, desirable; however, it is not always realistic or water-efficient. Encourage healthy grass growth with regular mowing, but remember: Keeping grass cut longer in the summer months will prevent roots from drying out as quickly.

Grass and plants should be watered in the morning to allow the water to soak through the soil throughout the day in order to completely nourish their root systems. Check to see if your municipality has water conservation

restrictions before watering your lawn or garden.

Trees provide shady ambiance and should be well cared for to avoid potential damage to your home. Keep their branches pruned and at a safe distance from your home to avoid storm-related damage. Inspect trees for signs of decay, such as cracks or hollowed limbs, and keep branches clear of your home and power lines. Arborists or tree care professionals can assist with the cutting and removal of large or high limbs.

Also, before planting additional trees and shrubs in your yard, take into consideration the plant’s size when mature and whether or not roots might intrude upon underground pipes or paved surfaces such as sidewalks and driveways.

Driveways and walkways: Inspect the pavement for cracks and holes, and remedy them. This goes a long way in preventing accidental slips, trips, and falls. It also works to avoid larger repairs or resurfacing in the future. If you see weeds popping up between cracks in the pavement, resist the urge to pull them up. You’ll remove the upper part of the weed, but the root system will remain intact and new growth will return within a few weeks.

For a cost-effective solution, boil water in a kettle, carefully carry the kettle outside, and pour the water on any weeds to kill them off for the season.

and glamour is a big part of what makes it memorable, the cost of formalwear is a fi impossibility for many families. Our regional YWCA is making sure every girl in north Tennessee and southwest Virginia has access to affordable formalwear fit for an un evening.

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3 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the Wiseand County School 628 Lake Stree Wise, Virginia. Volunteers are needed sales help to assist girls in finding All ofduring theseboth programs to improve the a go they feel confident and beautiful in.quality of life for women and families in our

f you are planning a wedding, be sure to shop first at the Bristol Bridal Station for your wedding gown and accessories. Not service area. only will you be saving up to 75% on new The YWCA accepts donations of like-new formalwear and accessories year round. G Bristol drop Bridal is are located sizes 14 and up are especially needed.The Additional off Station locations at the East wedding dresses and formal gowns from top Tennessee State University Women’s Resource Center and Wise County School Bo in the YWCA building at 106 State Street, designers, you will also be supporting the proBristol, Tennessee. Walk-ins are welcome, grams of the YWCA. Through partnerships Proceeds from the sales benefit YWCA programming and is a project of the YWCA appointments alsoof available.

For ages 2 with several bridal salons, the Bristol Bridal Board of Directors. The YW Juniorbut Board is a diverse are group young women the optimum shopping experience, or have a desire to acquire more leadership and service skills within thebring community.

Fo Station is able to offer new couture gowns information about the Prom Dress Sale or Junior Board, please contact Tammy Hen wear the type of shoes and undergarments from designers such as Dimitra, Oscar de la YWCA NETN and SWVA at 423-968-9444. you anticipate wearing with your gown.

Renta, Monique Lhuillier, Lula Kate, and Please consider the number of people in others. These gowns are donated from salons your shopping party, as groups larger than in Miami, Atlanta, Dallas, Denver, and other three crowd the intimate space of the salon. locations throughout the United States. Typ### Call 423-968-9444 for more information or ically, these new gowns are floor samples or to make an appointment at Bristol Bridal overstock from larger salons. A variety of dress Station. Couture With a Cause sizes are available as well as a considerable selection of colors, silhouettes, and lengths.

YWCA Bristol We have gowns suitable for every type of wedding, from a formal 106 State St., Bristol, TN, 37620 affair to a casual beach wedding. We even have a selection of P 423.968.9444 F 423.968.5937 new couture gowns for as little as $99. We also have a selection ywcabristol.org of formal wear for any occasion. The salon has staff and trained

Nine exceptional women, who actively better the quality of life for thousands in our region, were honored by YWCA Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia at an awards banquet on April 25, 2019, at the historic Bristol Train Station. Nominated by area organizations and chosen by an independent panel of judges, the nine award recipients exemplify those working to enrich the region, and were honored in categories which reflect the impact of the YWCA in our region: Nurture, Empower, and Transform. (Photos by YWCA NETN and SWVA) voicemagazineforwomen.com | May 2019 | 17

“every story needs a book�

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OUT NOW “Calling all fans of fantasy fiction! In Dylan Roche’s The Purple Bird, be prepared to embark on a magical, mystical, and perilous journey that will hold you spellbound from the first word to the last. Roche is a natural storyteller whose gift shines brilliantly in his beautifully crafted novel.� — MARTHA JANE ORLANDO, Author of The Glade Series and Adventures in the Glade Series

“Be prepared to battle dark magic and meet fantastical creatures in the land of Nalgordia!� — STACEY SCHLEGL, Author of MerMountain

No matter how long he has yearned to escape his boring life as an ordinary teenager, nothing can prepare James Shannassy for the afternoon when he meets a figment bird called Archit and the two of them set off for the world of Nalgordia to break a centuries-old curse. Being the hero of his own fantasy adventure isn’t exactly what James expected it to be, but when he finds himself caught up in an epic fight against a force of evil, he knows he might be the only one able to stop it. Archit’s fate now rests entirely in his hands‌and there’s no turning back now! Â

is a journalist, editor, actor, director, playwright, teacher, and marathon runner based in Annapolis, Maryland. The Purple Bird is his first novel.

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Written by Victoria Fletcher Illustrated by Tony Winegar A story of a girl and her beloved Basset Hound brought to life by charming illustrations.

A story of a girl and her beloved Basset Hound brought to life by charming illustrations.

Victoria Fletcher was a former teacher with the Washington County Virginia Schools.

She now runs her own publishing business, Hoot Books Publishing. She began writing when she was 13 when poetry entered her life. She published her first book, “The Bible Tells Me So: Old Testament Stories for Children,� in 2011. It won the Xulon Press Christian Choice Award for Children’s Books. Other books published by Jan-Carol Publishing are “Fletcher’s Fables� and “Fletcher’s Fables Too.� You can see her other books at her website: victoriafletcher.biz.

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Written by Dylan Roche No matter how long he has yearned to escape his boring life as an ordinary teenager, nothing can prepare James Shannassy for the afternoon when he meets a figment bird called Archit and the two of them set off for the world of Nalgordia to break a centuries-old curse. Being the hero of his own fantasy adventure isn’t exactly what James expected it to be, but when he finds himself caught DYLAN ROCHE up in an epic fight against a force of evil, he knows he might be the only one able to stop it. Archit’s fate now rests entirely in his hands‌and there’s no turning back now!

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Woman to Woman—A Beginner’s Inspirational Guide for Women Seeking to Start Their Own Business

Dylan Roche

Written by Janie C. Jessee Woman to Woman is written to inspire and encourage women to seek out their destiny. Author Janie Jessee shares simple truths in starting a business or pursuing a career dream. Presented in uncomplicated terms, quotes, and verses that will enlighten you, encourage you, and inspire you, this book is the perfect read for the beginning entrepreneur or the seasoned businesswoman needing to be uplifted in simple terms.

To Survive Divinity

“Be a collector of good ideas.

By Francisco Perez Keep a journal. If you hear The Wisdom Collector Journal was created a good idea, capture it, specifically to help you writewrite your ownDon’t quotes it down. trust and to collect those that inspire you your andmemory.� stimulate your Jim Rohn imagination so you never forget them. I want to encourage you to becomeThe aWisdom wisdom seeker, to Collector Journal was created specifically to help write your own quotes and to collect those that inspire you carry this journal with youyou anywhere you go,forgetand and stimulate your imagination so you never them. I to want to encourage you to become a wisdom seeker, to carry this journal with you anywhere you go, and toso share the wisdom share the wisdom you obtain with others they you obtain with others so they may benefit from it. may benefit from it. This journal will also be available in Spanish.

David M. McGee documents the remarkable career of one of the toughest drivers to ever wheel a dirt late model after conducting in-depth interviews with other legendary drivers from that era and an exhaustive review of decades of racing history. The author—who grew up watching Gilbert race and win—gives fans insight into one of auto racing’s most unique and successful characters.

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“Flyin’ Floyd� Gilbert was a blue-collar hero from the golden age of dirt racing. Hailed as an “icon of dirt track racing� during his induction into the National Dirt Late Model Hall of Fame, Gilbert earned some 500 feature race victories and 16 track championships during a 30-year career, all while racing door to door against other legendary drivers on rugged ovals across Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, and the deep south. “There was nobody like Floyd Gilbert,� said rival and fellow Hall of Fame driver Larry Moore. Stock Car Racing magazine dubbed Gilbert a “master� of dirt track racing. Hall of Famer Tom Helfrich hailed Gilbert as “one of my idols,� and Rodney Combs “learned a lot� from Gilbert.

In the steel body era, before touring series and fabricated race cars, Gilbert made a living driving over-powered, mostly home-built cars against that era’s greatest drivers—sometimes ruffling their feathers and wrinkling their sheet metal. Along the way, he cultivated a passionate fan base and scored one of the most dominant wins in World 100 history.

COMING SOON FLYIN’ FLOYD

Written by M.N. Henschen Seven hundred years after The Cataclysm, gods walk the earth and all the old religions have been banned. Every year, six women are given as Offerings to the gods of War and Death. Those who complete the Disciplines are made Brides for the god to whom they were offered. Those who do not are forever forgotten. Being Chosen is the honor of a lifetime, but for ďŹ ery Kaija, a non-believer, it is a prison sentence. Letting go of her old life as a free woman is difficult, and Kaija’s feisty spirit might get her into trouble. It will definitely get her noticed.

Carrying with her an illegal copy of a Holy Book, Kaija is on a mission to both survive and keep her faith in the face of very real, manifest If she “Flyin’gods.

Floyd� Gilbert, Master of the Dirt fails, she disappears forever. If she succeeds, however, it might just change the world. Does Kaija have what it takes to survive divinity?

FLYIN’ FLOYD

Written by David M. McGee “Flyin’ Floyd� Gilbert was a blue-collar hero from the golden age of dirt racing. Hailed as an “icon of dirt track racing� during his induction into the National Dirt Late Model Hall of Fame, Gilbert earned some 500 feature race victories and 16 track championships during a 30-year career, all while racing door to door against other legendary drivers on

rugged ovals across Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, and the deep south. In the steel body era, before touring series and fabricated race cars, Gilbert made a living driving over-powered, mostly home-built cars against that era’s greatest drivers—sometimes ruffling their feathers and wrinkling their sheet metal.

Along the way, he cultivated a passionate fan base and scored one of the most dominant wins in World 100 history.

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How Shadow Found the Light

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Rae Elizabethfeels Parsons He later learns to feel comfortable in his own feathers after visit from the most beautiful bird in his tree.

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ubmissions are open City, TN, 37605. A for JCP’s upcoming minimum of 1500 words Call for Submissions! in-house anthology, Snowy and a maximum of 3500 Trails of Appalachia, which words per story. The deadis scheduled for producline for submissions is May tion in August 2019!

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THIS MONTH’S FEATURED BOOKS

E. Louise Jaques

Dreams of Amelia

Ann El Nemr

Lisa Hall

Jake Koenekamp

Reads to Take to the Beach!

Lonesome Vagabond

Secrets, Lies, and Pies

Indian Summer

Love-at-first-sight sparks memories of a past love, blindsiding 17-year-old Norah James after her move to Amelia Island, FL, from Toronto, Canada.

Meeting Ryan Flynn, her rescuer from an ocean riptide—and the boyfriend of her new friend Ashley—unleashes her psychic abilities and prompts memories of a past life on the enchanting island. Norah’s nemesis from that life has also returned as Ashley’s brother, Elliot. An earthbound spirit, an ominous hurricane, and a missing child add to the complications of Norah and Ryan’s blossoming romance. Ultimately, Elliot’s violent actions lead to a life-threatening confrontation.

Will the knowledge of the past lead to a different outcome this time around?

Logan and Riker are twin brothers. They inherited an empire from their grandmother when she died. The brothers are complete opposites. Riker likes power and money. He is head of their company. Logan is an easygoing man who doesn’t want to be known for his wealth, and wants to be loved for who he is. He wants his brother to leave him alone. Logan is in Barbados when he meets Bailey and immediately falls for her.

When Riker unexpectedly meets up with his brother in the Caribbean Islands, he immediately despises Bailey.

She is simple and lacks social status. Riker schemes to break them up with lies, deceit, and murder.

This hilarious tale of Southern Appalachian sisterhood, takes place in the fictional Southwest Virginia town of Coleman, Virginia. Marlene Prescott is the beautiful and successful owner of Coleman’s premier pie shop, “Cutie Pies.” Unfortunately, Marlene is all too often the subject of gossip. The Coleman Canasta Club, or “The Hens,” as Marlene and her two childhood friends refer to them, have made Marlene their latest target. Marlene and Dorothy, who is one of Marlene’s best friends from kindergarten, join with their other best friend, Allison, to take on “The Hens.”

Together, these three girlfriends take the high road and watch “The Hens” trap themselves in their own lies.

Just as soon as the beautiful drifter, Heather, finds peace of mind among the majestic blue mountains of the great Northwest, it is stripped away.

Now, a familiar posse runs the town called Marigold and its mining community with their sharp and newly deputized claws. After finding out that this shot of evil has infected her life again and now rules everyone still left on the mountain, she quickly begins to search for the root source of its existence, before it poisons the people and the land itself forever. Does she find love? Do the werewolves infect her with their evil?

Next Summer

make a challenge that would engulf the whole senior class, but that’s exactly what he does.

This group of friends, however, backs down from no one. In their last year of high school and the mission trip that becomes their journey, they prove there is nothing that true friendship

cannot overcome. From school books to pranks, to lending a helping hand, to giving your life, these friends carve out a legacy that will propel them into the rest of their lives.

When lifelong best friends, Da Juan and Sterling, head to school on the first day of their senior year, they are excited to be the top dogs. They never expected their rookie history teacher to throw down the gauntlet on the first day and

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Hooked on Books

By Pam Blair

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’ve always loved to read, and as a child, I would hide under the covers at night with a book and a flashlight so I could keep reading when I should have been sleeping. I get nervous if I don’t have another book waiting for me as soon as I finish one, and I can’t sit in a waiting room without having something to read.

My friends swear by their Kindles, but I still like the feel of a book in my hand.

After high school, I worked for several years until I was ready to go to college, but I wasn’t sure what I would study.

Majoring in library science seemed like a natural choice, and fortunately, I lived near a university that had an accredited program. After interviewing with the dean of the university’s library school, I knew I had made the right decision. He was so passionate about the different paths you could take with a library degree, whether it was working in a public or academic library or working in special libraries that serve particular populations or collections, such as museums, law firms, government agencies, hospitals, and private corporations. I was hooked, and I pursued both bachelor’s and master’s degrees in library and information science at night while working during the day, first as a ward clerk and then as a library technician at the Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center library in Biloxi, Mississippi.

Becoming a medical librarian was my goal, but it is a specialized field, and no university can offer courses that cover all aspects of special libraries. If you wanted to be a law librarian, for example, you would benefit from gaining experience in a law library. The on-the-job experience of working as a ward clerk and a library technician proved to be invaluable and helped to prepare me for medical librarianship. Those early jobs introduced me to medical terminology, and even though it was like learning a foreign language, I quickly caught on, and it was exciting to be able to pronounce and spell words like esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD). I could also see why healthcare professionals use a lot of abbreviations!

After graduation, I became a medical librarian at a VA teaching hospital, where I attended surgical rounds and was tasked with linking the literature to cases that were being discussed. I loved the challenge of searching clinical databases for the surgical residents and staff, and when rare cases were presented at rounds, I relished in finding the most relevant journal articles that would help the team provide the best care for our patients.

My career took a different path when I transitioned to become a public affairs officer for the VA, but my training as a librarian proved to be an excellent background for knowing how to research and verify facts when dealing with the media and Congressional staff on issues pertaining to our nation’s veterans. It’s another example of how a degree in library and information science helps to develop skills that can be utilized in almost any career. Growing up, I never imagined I’d become a librarian who would specialize in the medical field.

I had dreamed of becoming a United Nations interpreter, but learning medical terminology is like mastering a foreign language, and I’m glad that I can readily translate medical terms and acronyms. While I didn’t end up working as a UN interpreter, I did learn how to master the language of medicine, which is so useful in an increasingly health-conscious world.

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COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT:

Maria True

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n 1956, a tiny AM radio station started above a drug store in Erwin, Tennessee. Around the same time, a young man was gaining popularity as a disk jockey under the moniker “Country Jim” on the radio in Southwest Virginia. When the Erwin station was only two years old, “Country” Jim True decided he wanted to do more than be a “voice,” so he took the helm at WEMB, and led the way as an innovator in the region.

Fast forward to 2014, and according to Jim’s wishes, Jim’s children assume responsibility for the station. The station now includes a wide-reaching FM station (WXIS) which came to be in the mid-sixties.

This is when Maria True became CEO and General It is rewarding and challenging. I’ve had Manager of the two stations. to deal with some ‘good ol’ boy’ mentality, and In just five years, Maria took I find that there’s still a lot of disrespect for the stations to new heights women in business. But, there has never been and re-branded the company a better time for a woman to be in business, as Jet Broadcasting. With because there is so much support from other the re-branding, Maria had women. a business vision for the stations. Her forward thinking —Maria True vision was to help people, keep the locals informed, and grow businesses by getting the word out in the Tri-Cities and beyond. She accomplishes that ongoing goal each day.

Maria True is a self-starter. With no radio training, it would seem to be a high hurdle to jump into becoming CEO and General Manager of the two stations. “I’ve had no training in radio. I did have some fantastic help and guidance along the way from radio professionals. And having owned a Merle Norman Cosmetic Studio, helped me in having the understanding of running a business that can correlate to any business. My father indirectly taught me the ups and downs of the radio business because radio was his life and that helped tremendously.”

When asked what it is like being a ‘woman business owner’ in a small town and in a field that once was male

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dominated, Maria enthusiastically answered, “It is rewarding and challenging. I’ve had to deal with some ‘good ol’ boy’ mentality, and I find that there’s still a lot of disrespect for women in business. But, there has never been a better time for a woman to be in business, because there is so much support from other women.”

At the time when Maria took the helm of the stations, one station was a classic country format and the other station was hip-hop. But Maria had a forward thinking vision of growth for the stations and that would mean change. “Our radio stations have always been progressive and we try to stay ahead of trends. We changed the formats about three years ago after observing nationwide radio trends and seeing big cities with all ‘news’ stations. People don’t listen to music on the radio as much as they used to, because there are better ways to listen to the specific music that you want to hear. However, radio is just as listened to as ever, but it’s for local news and information.

Sports talk is another big format and when we saw that we could provide the best lineup of any station, and include local sports, we knew that was what we wanted! And we knew it would be supported! And we were right!”

Along with changing the stations’ formats, Maria decided to change the name of the company. “I knew that we need to re-brand and we needed to have something that identified our growth. Because radio was my father’s life, I also wanted to do something that would show honor to him. My father’s name is James E. True, and when I saw his initials, it came to me...JET. That’s how I came up with the company’s name, Jet Broadcasting.”

Maria stays ahead of today’s trends. Knowing and seeing radio change, Maria keeps her eye on the future of radio.

“We live in a busy world and as I said, radio is just as popular as ever, listened by 270 million Americans a week. Yes—270 million people! People want to stay connected as well as informed and entertained. We do that every thirty minutes on Livewire 103.9…news, talk, information...local focus.

That is the future of radio! It is now! That’s what people want to hear and it is inter-generational. That is what we provide!”

The radio stations have proven strong in serving the region and beyond. “We get the word out about fundraising events, and each day we focus on a non-profit and how people can get involved. We want to encourage people to lend a helping hand and lend one ourselves. We’ve had food drives and more. We look for whatever ways we can help and we do.”

“We are different. Our stations, 1420 WEMB Sports Radio and Livewire 103.9 are progressive for our area!

Both inform people in their own way. We help businesses get noticed by keeping their business on consumers’ minds through repetition on a seamless talk format. This way, listeners don’t feel the need to change the channel when the commercials starts like on traditional radio formats.”

The radio stations are very proud of their commitment and dedication to non-profits and local charities. “We put our energies in our community and in organizations such as CASA, Kiwanis, Lucy Simpson, Seasons of Hope, Relay for Life, just to scratch the surface of non-profit awareness.

I have a passion about keeping kids fed and safe. I also see a problem with water issues and a lack of global awareness.”

With all her hard work and dedication and vision, where does Maria see herself in five years? “I see myself on a plane, traveling the US and the world. Of course I’ll be running the Tri-Cities most popular radio stations…and you never know, I may just run for president!”

Yes—and she just might do it!

If you have the pleasure of meeting Maria, be sure to ask her about her ‘Jolly Roger flag.’

Voice Magazine for Women would like to say ‘thank you’ Maria and her stations for all they do for the region!

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When Roles Reverse

By Cindy Sproles

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he thoughts of role reversal never crossed our minds. Our parents have served as babysitters, car repairmen, chief errand runners and in some cases, provided a secondary home for their own adult children. The thoughts of our time to care for them, hasn’t entered the picture.

When adult children come to a sense of reality that their parents are aging, it’s a harsh realization. Unfortunately, many baby boomers have become so dependent on their aging parents to assist in their own lives, giving up that help is difficult at best. Role reversal is a hard truth to swallow.

Statistics show baby boomer’s parents have become the baby sitters for their grandchildren, and though this is a task they’ve enjoyed, and one baby boomers have taken advantage of, there comes a time when the health and welfare of aging parents must be taken into consideration.

Mary, a divorced mom with three children, needed help providing care for her children. Her parents, Ed and Margaret opted to be the childcare providers. As Mary’s kids grew and became parents, Ed and Margaret continued to care for their great grandchildren, until Margaret fell carrying her infant great grandchild. Ed was in the garden for several hours and Margaret lay unconscious on the floor while the infant laid face down screaming.

This is reality and though Mary’s daughter was upset her grandmother had fallen, she did not opt to seek childcare on a grander level. Margaret’s hip was broken but her devotion to the care of her great grandchild made it hard to discontinue as a childcare provider. It’s time for the roles to reverse.

Learning to look and recognize the signs of aging parents, then accepting the responsibility that the roles are reversing is important. Aging parents may not want to give up their current responsibilities and pushing them into something they aren’t ready for is equally as detrimental. Start now recognizing the positions your elder parents might have and begin the process of role reversal.

Are they over age 70 or older? Though they may be in good health, is age a fair age for them to be managing the affairs of their children and grandchildren? Pay attention to their size and build. Aging parents generally begin to thin, and their bones become more brittle, their height shortens, muscles weaken. Look at their eating habits, and the amount of time they sleep. Then take note. Is it time to reverse the role and allow them the freedom to enjoy their golden years without risk of injury and frustration?

Talk with aging parents. Discover what you can do to assist them. Begin to introduce the idea of having them “pampered” a bit as they grow older. Perhaps allow someone to come into their home once or twice a month to help clean or run errands. Introduce them to outside assistance as their health begins to decline so they’ll be more apt to accept outside help when the need arises.

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The Risk Factors for Melanoma A

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

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

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

Moles The more moles a person has on his or her skin, the greater his or her risk for melanoma. There are two types of moles: normal moles and atypical moles. Normal moles are small, brown blemishes or beauty marks that appear in the first few decades of life. Many people develop such moles.

Atypical moles, known as “dysplastic nevi,” can be precursors to melanoma, and people with such moles are at greater risk of developing the disease. It can be difficult to distinguish between normal and atypical moles, though the SCF notes that atypical moles that itch, bleed, crust, ooze, swell,

or are elevated from the skin might be in particular danger of becoming melanomas. Atypical moles that are bluish-black in color or become persisting open sores are also at greater risk of becoming melanomas.

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

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

Family History The SCF notes that roughly 10 percent of people diagnosed with melanoma have a family member who also has been diagnosed. People whose mother, father, siblings, or children have developed melanoma are considered to be in families that are prone to melanoma. In fact, each person with a first-degree relative who has been diagnosed with melanoma has a 50 percent greater chance of developing the disease than someone with no such family connection. voicemagazineforwomen.com | May 2019 | 25

What is a Silent Stroke?

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ne of the more devastating things that can affect the brain is stroke. Stroke describes a sudden stoppage of blood from reaching the brain. Harvard Medical School states that if a large number of brain cells are starved of blood supply, they can die. With their demise, a person’s memory and ability to speak and move can be compromised.

While many strokes come on suddenly, certain factors may indicate a person is at risk. Such factors may include prior heart attacks, genetics, high blood pressure, smoking, or a prior stroke. However, in a particular type of stroke—a “silent stroke”—symptoms are far more subtle and difficult to spot.

Silent cerebral infarction, often referred to as “SCI” or “silent stroke,” is a brain injury likely caused by a blood clot interrupting blood flow to the brain, offers the American Stroke Association. Silent strokes increase risk for other strokes and can be a sign of progressive brain damage. A silent stroke is typically only noticed as a side component of an MRI of the brain. Many times, patients do not recall having a stroke and never felt any symptoms.

Researchers have found that silent stroke is associated with impairments in tests of cognitive function rather than movement-oriented performance tests like rising from a chair. Almost 50 percent of studied silent strokes affected

frontal circuit components of the brain, such as the frontal cortex, basal ganglia, and thalamus. Lesions in these brain structures compromised executive functions and were related to vascular dementia.

Another study showed associations between silent stroke and visual field deficits, weakness in walking on heels, history of memory loss, migraines, and lower scores in cognitive function tests.

Researchers say that, over time, the damage from silent strokes can accumulate, leading to more and more problems with memory. Collectively, silent strokes become silent no longer. There are certain ways to reduce the risk of any type of stroke. These include: • managing high blood pressure and high cholesterol levels • quitting smoking • reducing the risk of diabetes and effectively treating the condition if it is present • losing weight to prevent obesity • exercising and avoid a sedentary lifestyle • taking a low-dose aspirin or a drug that prevents blood clots.

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Delight

By Mike DeVries

“The LORD thy God in the midst of thee is mighty; he will save, he will rejoice over thee with joy; he will rest in his love, he will joy over thee with singing.” Zephaniah 3:17 KJV Interpretation: “The LORD your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in his love, he will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing.”

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had been having some less-than-stellar past few weeks.

In a conversation with a friend, he stopped me and said, “You know, since we’ve been talking, you’ve used the word ‘inadequate’ a half dozen times when talking about yourself. Why?” I realized I’d been having a hard time seeing what God sees in me.

Ever been there? Ever been in a place where you felt inadequate, incapable, and centrally flawed? Ever had the feeling of just not being able to move past something that is haunting you? Ever been in a place where you just felt so far from being anything God could ever love?

It seems that at the heart of the inadequacy issue, there is a deep sense that we just cannot freely embrace the person God sees in us. Why is it that we struggle with being loved?

The reality is that we are loved and have value, not because of what we do, or even what we could do if we wanted. We have value and are loved by our Creator merely and essentially because we are His. Much like parents love and value their children—not because they are obedient, but merely because they are—so it is with God and us.

You are God’s creation— embraced, loved, valued, cherished, and even delighted over.

Nothing will ever change this fact.

No amount of obedience will change it. No amount of disobedience will change it. This is grace. This is love.

When we embrace life in Christ, we actually are made new again, made whole again, made holy. The old has gone. The new has come.

I find it fascinating that when Paul addressed the communities of Jesus, he never opened his letters to them calling them “sinners.” Instead, he called them saints.

So, I guess the challenge for us is to be what we already are: holy, loved, and made whole and free. These are not things God merely sees us as…they are things we actually are. You are loved. You are valued. You are cherished. Is this not the Good News? www.homeword.com

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don’t believe in reincarnation or time travel. I don’t think so anyway. Back in junior high, I was a huge sci-fi fan, reading Asimov and Bradberry and tuning in to Star Trek and The Twilight Zone reruns, but as fun as it was to dream, I knew it was just an escape. Until six years ago.

A while back, my angel and I made a “bucket list” of places we wanted to visit. Key West. Alaska. Europe. Savannah. New Orleans. And it came to pass that she won—surprise!—and Savannah took first place, mainly because there was a Southern Living show home nearby. We made our plans and had a wonderful vacation! But my pick was next up. And because of that trip, I started believing in that “past life” business again.

I was asked to speak at a national conference, and the venue was New Orleans! So, we were set, with my top pick now a “work trip.” We rented an SUV for comfort, loaded my work team and their spouses—and enough luggage for an Atlantic crossing on a steamship—and off we went.

The drive was just over a dozen hours, and I was the road warrior pilot. There were only a minimal number of pit stops, but we were still arriving in the very late hours of the night. The crew was ready for bed. (I joked that the napping down the road must have made them tired!) But there we were in The Big Easy, blocks

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Recharged, I strolled over to Jackson Square. The alabaster walls of St. Louis Cathedral, softly washed in azure up lights, were in juxtaposition to the flickering candles on the card tables of the mystics that lined the other side of the sidewalk. Hushed voices almost whispered “Good morning, sir,” welcoming me, and as if on cue, a lone saxophonist began a midnight serenade that echoed across the cobblestones. And I was no longer there in that time.

Rather, I was there in times past, maybe during Hemingway’s day, smoking a Cuban with “Papa” over a daiquiri at the Hotel Monteleone. It was surreal, just the humid inky night broken by neon, the heavy stillness in symphony with the sax and soft voices.

My heart and belly full, I knew I’d fallen to the voodoo magic of this magical city. My soul city. Maybe I hadn’t been there before. But I’ll most certainly be back. Her sweet song calls me like a siren of old mariner tales, my memories carrying me over until I return.

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