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The YWCA NETN and SWVA During COVID-19

Simple Ways to Encourage Young Artists

Stay Connected with Customers While Social Distancing

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We all have loved ones, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who know someone who has tested positive, or maybe you have tested positive. However, when you hear of someone registering to take the test, leaving before doing so, and then getting results back in the mail indicating a positive test result…or when you hear that if you test positive and two weeks later test positive again, you are counted as a ‘new’ case, you have to ask the question, are the numbers really accurate? Nonetheless, it is here, and our region is being impacted.

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We hope that you find this month’s issue informative, and that it provides good ideas. With school schedules changing, and teaching children falling back on the parents, remember to check out JCP’s books for children, our chapter books, and our young adult readers and series. JCP has historical fiction, including some with a regional focus, that will entertain and educate.

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To Cut or Not to Cut at Home?

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he YWCA, much like many other organizations throughout the country, has found themselves in a moment of transition through much of this year. As a result of the COVID19 pandemic, many YWCA programs have made shifts in services in order to continue serving the communities of Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia with the same care and quality as they always have. We spoke with three employees of the YWCA about the transitions that have occurred on account of COVID-19 in their programs, and here is what they had to say: According to Jessica Tittle, Assistant Director of the YWCA Children’s Center, “Our educators continue to work diligently to ensure a safe and healthy environment for the children while in our care.” She explained that their class sizes have been modified to 10 or less in each classroom, including teachers to be in accordance with the CDC’s guidelines for child care centers.

They are not allowing visitors into the facility during this time, and are taking temperatures of all children and staff that enter the building, in order to limit exposure to staff and families. Jessica stated that social media has been a great tool to remain in contact with the fami-

lies about events and notable upcoming dates during this time.

Tonja Leonard, Director of the TechGYRLS Program, has been extremely creative in her ways of continuing contact with her students. Ms. Tonja holds weekly Zoom meetings with the students and has hosted a variety of virtual events for the girls including: show and tell, charades, and the read my lips challenge, to name a few. Ms. Tonja has also hosted social distancing walks with the students at the outdoor track at Tennessee High to encourage socialization, while still being safe.

Laura Roller, Victim Advocate with the YW CARES Program, stated that despite these difficult times, the YW CARES Program has really thrived.

They have been given the opportunity to find new ways to serve young adult victims of crime on virtual platforms to continue their support and empowerment. Laura stated that the program has continued to serve victims of crime 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, despite pandemic restrictions. According to Laura, “I believe that our biggest source of hope for getting through this pandemic is by working together as a community and supporting one another.”

Jessica Tittle taking the temperature of a child at the YWCA Child Care Center.

Tonja Leonard and the TechGYRLS on a weekly social distancing walk at Tennessee High.

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ocial distancing guidelines forced many businesses to change the way they interact with their customers. Businesses deemed non-essential may not have been forced to shutter, but many were no longer allowed to welcome customers into their facilities. The following are three ways for small businesses to stay connected with their customers.

1. Keep lines of communication open.

unteering in the community can be a great way to continue serving your neighbors. Sew masks for aging customers and neighbors who may not be able to do so on their own. Or organize an effort by local small businesses to provide meals for first responders. Volunteering is a great way for small business owners to make use of their extra free time and show their customers that they’re committed to the community even in the most difficult circumstances.

Social distancing has been hard on many small businesses.

But small business owners can take various steps to maintain connections with their customers until they can open their doors once again.

A recent 4A Research survey of 1,000 consumers found that 43 percent of respondents said it’s reassuring to hear from brands they know and trust during the pandemic.

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Benefits of a New Approach to Learning D ue to COVID-19, millions of students who once attended classes in-person were forced to transition to virtual learning instruction. The process showed just how flexible learning systems can be, and how virtual instruction may become more than an emergency protocol in the future.

Schools utilized systems like Google Classroom, Canvas, and virtual meeting apps to connect and learn.

While in-class lessons provide the socialization and one-on-one interaction that can be vital for students’ academic success, there are many different reasons why virtual instruction can be a key component of learning models as well. When virtual learning is used in conjunction with traditional teaching, students may have a more well-rounded experience. Here are some potential benefits that may unfold as more data is collected.

• Pace: Virtual learning affords students the chance to work on lessons at a pace that fits their individual needs. Students can go back and re-read or re-work problems until they’re satisfied they have learned their lesson. Lessons can be slowed down or sped up depending on proficiency, creating a customized educational experience.

• No more weather days: Many school districts include snow or extreme weather days into their calendars, adding on extra days at the end of school year to meet the specified number of educational days.

Remote learning can take over in these times and keep school districts from having to pad calendars.

• Convenience: The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that middle and high schools start at 8:30 a.m. or later to provide students the best chance to get the amount of sleep they need. Still, most adolescents currently start school before 8:30 a.m.

Remote learning enables students to complete their assignments when it works best for them. This may help them get more sleep, too.

• Apps: Learning apps are a new wave of educational tools that have helped buoy virtual instruction.

Primary school students or those with individual education plans may benefit the most from reinforced app skills that match their learning pace in fun ways.

Virtual home instruction may become a large part of the educational landscape even after it’s no longer a social distancing necessity.

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Prepare Kids to Go Back to School

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he end of summer can be a bittersweet time for students. While many students look forward to seeing their friends, few want to say goodbye to the relaxing days of summer. Parents know that getting their children back in the school day swing of things can be a challenge. The following are some ways to make that transition go smoothly.

• Introduce more structure as summer vacation winds down. In the weeks before the school year is slated to begin, start waking kids up a little earlier and reintroducing bedtimes for younger children who may have been staying up later over the last couple of months.

• Encourage children to read throughout the summer. A report from the education publishing company Scholastic found that 47 percent of parents are unaware of the “summer slide,” which refers to the loss of academic skills that occurs when school is not in session.

• Focus on the positive. Even kids who love school may be apprehensive about returning to the classroom. After all, summer vacation is fun. Parents can confront that apprehension by focusing on the positives of returning to school.

• Let kids do some of their own back-to-school shopping.

Let kids choose their own clothes, as an opportunity to wear clothes they picked themselves might make them excited for the new school year.

Parents can take various steps to make the transition back to school a successful one for their young students.

How Families Can Confront Remote Learning A

mid concerns of coronavirus clusters and efforts to stop the spread of COVID-19, and based on social distancing recommendations from medical professionals, schools across the country began to close their doors and adopt a remote learning model in March 2020. One of the largest communities affected was New York City, which closed schools across the five boroughs. The New York City school system is vast, with 1,800 schools servicing more than one million students.

School administrators and educators quickly scrambled to find a workaround to meet children’s educational needs.

Remote learning has been a part of many school curriculums for some time. While remote learning had predominantly been reserved for higher learning institutions, in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak, it became a necessity for grades K through 12 as well. Teachers have had to design curriculums and assignments virtually on the fly in an attempt to minimize disruptions that could adversely affect students.

Remote learning requires the cooperation of school staff and also parents and guardians. Patience is necessary, and parents and educators may need to completely transform their daily schedules. The following tips can be an asset as students continue to navigate remote learning.

• Record class sessions. Teachers can consider recording or “going live” with class instruction so that students can view the video and still have access to their teachers. This helps parents who may be unfamiliar with explaining the curriculum.

• Utilize chat features. Remote education software programs likely have a chat or “hangout” feature,

which enables classrooms to keep in touch and ask questions in real time.

• Keep a schedule. It’s easy to begin to sleep late and fall out of routine when not required to go to a school building. Families should make scheduling a priority, which can help students stay on top of lessons and complete their assignments on time.

• Ask questions. Everyone is learning as they go, and further clarification may be needed. Students should email or chat with teachers if they don’t understand an assignment or are unsure about instructions. Teachers may be able to clearly model a math problem or explain a concept via video chat for students who need help.

• Explore educational options. Many companies are offering free educational services while kids are home from school. Scholastic.com is offering online courses, Nat Geo for Kids, Fun Brain, PBS Kids, and Highlight Kids are other places to turn to for activities.

Remote learning has become the new norm as the world continues to navigate COVID-19 in an effort to keep the public safe.

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How College Students can Confront Returning to Campus

any colleges and universities are beginning the coming school year early in the hopes that students can continue their educations on campus but be safely back home by late November, when many scientists are anticipating a second wave of COVID-19 infections will arrive.

Schools that are reopening this summer insist that it is safe to do so, and have even indicated their intentions to implement new practices to ensure their campuses are safe and healthy environments in which to learn. For example, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is reconfiguring in-person course instruction to include physical distancing provisions. Small classes will meet in larger spaces, while lectures may be delivered remotely.

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Despite such measures, some students may still be hesitant to return to campus at a time when so much about the COVID-19 virus remains a mystery.

The following are some ways students can confront any nervous feelings they may have about returning to campus for a new school year.

• Determine your options. While many colleges and universities are returning to campus, some may be allowing students to learn remotely.

For instance, students with preexisting conditions that make them vulnerable to COVID-19 may be allowed to continue learning from home. Many schools’ roadmaps to returning are fluid, so students concerned about returning to campus likely have options that do not require them to sit out the semester.

• Learn about residential life. Many college students live in dorms that feature double or even triple occupancy rooms. Such an environment will compromise students’ ability to practice social distancing. Some schools, including Binghamton University in New York, are converting

triple occupancy rooms into double occupancy. Both Binghamton and UNC Chapel Hill also are designating one residential hall as temporary housing for students who test positive for COVID-19. In addition, some schools may be designating certain residential facilities for at-risk students. Students who want to avoid the dorms should inquire about off-campus, single-person housing.

• Ask about testing. Students have a right to know about COVID-19 testing protocols and should not hesitate to ask what those protocols will be. Due to the fluid nature of schools’ roadmaps to return, testing policies may not yet be set in stone, and are likely to evolve as the school year progresses. Students should look into the testing policy specifics and ask if they have any recourse if they feel the testing policy is inadequate.

Students who are hesitant to return to campus this summer or fall can do their due diligence to determine if they’re comfortable going back to campus.

5 Ways to Enjoy Life Right Now

By Pam Blair

1. Rock Me Gently. At least one major restaurant chain has rocking chairs for customers, which is a smart way to maintain calm while waiting for a table. There is something so soothing and relaxing about gentle movement while seated. I always wanted a glider, preferably one of those painted, vintage models found on most porches before air conditioning became the norm. I scoured antique malls and found several gliders from the ’50’s, but they usually had so much rust I did not trust them, even with a good paint job. Finally, I bought an all-weather wicker glider and the deepest cushions I could find. Now I am gliding with the greatest of ease! This is a wonderful time to hang a porch swing or get a glider or rocker, and let yourself slow down and relax.

2. Reach for the Stars. Sometimes we forget that a spectacular show is playing right above our heads every night. All you need to do is step outside on a clear night and gaze at the stars. Throw your head back and experience the utter peace of gazing at a vast horizon whose enormity is almost impossible to imagine. There’s something reassuring about seeing Venus hanging out by the moon and knowing it will be there the next time you look. How many stars and constellations can you recognize? Try using an app for your phone or iPad called Skyview Free that lets you identify stars, constellations, planets, satellites and more by simply pointing your device at objects in the sky.

3. Feed the Birds. There is so much going on in the bird world that we do not realize, unless you take the time to watch. Hang a feeder or two and get ready for the show as a constant stream of feathered visitors stop by. Some of the regulars at our feeders are cardinals, which are always beautiful to see. Recently, a pair of them brought their offspring that were so young they needed help to eat the sunflower seeds.

It was sweet to see the little birds that had just learned to fly as a cardinal parent fed them. A bird guide is handy to have nearby, like the time we identified a pair of rose-breasted grosbeaks that were migrating through the area. Hummingbirds are always delightful with their aerial ballet, and are curious as well. A real zen moment of connection is when they hover mid-air and take a close look at you before zooming off.

4. Get Glad. Gladiolas are one of life’s simple pleasures with their long stems and glorious blooms that create a riot of

color in the garden. If you don’t have the room to grow them yourself, buy a bunch at the grocery store and put them in a vase for an instant pick-me-up. One of the joys of spring and summer is the endless progression of things that bloom, starting with daffodils and then peonies and roses and so many others. Trees offer a parade of blooming color throughout the season as well, from redbuds and tulip trees to crepe myrtles and magnolias.

5. Keep it Fresh. With the abundance of fresh fruits and vegetables available at farmer’s markets and in produce aisles right now, it is hard not to buy everything you see. Who can resist fresh-picked corn, vine-ripe tomatoes, and new potatoes just plucked from the earth? The possibilities are endless for cooking with ingredients this ripe and luscious, and they often need less preparation than usually required to make them taste better. The colorful displays of summer’s bounty are not only visually appealing, but taste delicious as well.

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Transforming Politics: Art Made by Women

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ransforming Politics: Art Made by Women is an art exhibit taking place in The United Company Contemporary Regional Gallery at the William King Museum of Art (WKMA) in Abingdon, Virginia from August 20 through December 27, 2020. WKMA is a woman-led organization that boasts a predominantly female staff; an amazing group of women lovingly referred to as “alpha females.” The exhibit acknowledges the centennial of the Nineteenth Amendment by visually examining how women used the arts one hundred years ago to achieve the vote, juxtaposed with contemporary artworks, made by women, that aim to inspire social change today. The show features the works of contemporary artists Margaret Gregg, Laken Bridges, Kathleen Thum, and Alex Younger.

WKMA resident artist Margaret Gregg has created posters, collages, and quilts for various social campaigns within the Appalachian region. Gregg is a prominent artist of Abingdon, Virginia, and the surrounding area. Viewers will see examples of her quilts and posters that recount the story of her activism and the social change of Appalachia itself.

Laken Bridges is a beloved, regional artist that considers South-Central Appalachia her home. Bridges’ work explores topics of labor, economic class, and social stigmas. Bridges uses everyday objects as metaphors for the individual laborer

and utilizes satire to critique socio-political issues related to the working class.

Clemson University’s Associate Professor of Art, Kathleen Thum, is an esteemed draftsperson with an extensive exhibition record. Through her artwork, Thum investigates mankind’s relationship with the earth by depicting the expansion of industrial landscapes. Thum uses the imagery of the pipeline to critique global dependence on fossil fuels.

Artist and activist Alex Younger recently served as Artist in Residence at Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Younger uses textiles to weave, construct, and layer intricate, multifunctional works that point out the power of words. Younger explores the meaning of words when they are stripped of the common, blank, white page behind them.

It may surprise viewers to learn that several topics of social reform advocated by suffragists one hundred years ago are concerns that many still advocate for today. These topics include, but are not limited to, better working conditions, sexual misconduct laws, education reform, and healthcare reform. The artists in this show prove that the arts can be used as a tool to amplify one’s political voice. By acknowledging the centennial of the Nineteenth Amendment, this exhibition investigates a women-led movement that contributed to a continual transformation of politics.

Petroscape, ink and acrylic on hand cut paper, 84” x 252,” made in 2017 by artist Kathleen Thum.

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ABSTRACT SHADOW BOXES August 27, 2020

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Planting Privacy

By April Hensley

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s we are spending more time at home, we are looking for ways to make the season memorable and fun. Kids and adults alike are enjoying time camping in the backyard, swimming and sunbathing in newly purchased home pools, and bouncing on trampolines. There are so many activities to enjoy in our own backyards and gardens.

While we are out, we are also seeing how much pedestrian and vehicle traffic passes by our homes. Our neighbors are out in their yards too, taking advantage of the pleasant weather. Most of us have wonderful neighbors. But even when we have great neighbors, it’s nice to sit outside completely unaware of the outside world.

Privacy for our homes seems to be an important concept.

Having privacy increases property values. Not only does it cut down on unwanted views, but it helps muffle noises. Wood privacy fences work, but they can be pricey and eventually need to be replaced.

Chain-link fencing keeps pets and children safe, but does little to offer any screening.

Natural methods of privacy can seem like a better option.

Besides adding privacy, wind breaks from trees and shrubs help protect homes from destructive storms. The shade helps cool the yard and home by blocking the scorching summer sun, therefore lowering cooling bills.

Here are some quick and inexpensive things you can do to add a bit of privacy to your outdoor living.

• If you have a chain link fence, you can plant flowering vines at the base to grow up and fill in the holes.

• Vines can also be grown and trained to climb lattice. This could be on a deck or patio and the vines can even be planted in a pot.

• Bamboo creates a natural screen. Use non-invasive clumping types.

• Rose bushes and hedges are great around property lines or pools and hot tubs. Look for varieties that keep their shape to cut back on pruning.

• Situate plants far enough away from property lines so neighbors don’t get upset about overhangs. Let them know that they can trim anything that is hanging on their side so they don’t feel you are encroaching on them.

• Tall flowers like sunflowers planted around a seating or children’s play area can add a magical feel.

• Large plantings like trees and shrubs can be expensive. If planting on the property line, your neighbor may help pay if you ask them.

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Simple Ways to Encourage Young Artists

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Some students may love to read and naturally gravitate toward English class, while others may be fascinated by the world around them and find nothing stokes their academic passions quite like the study of physics. In the face of budget cuts, parents may need to take a more active role in support of their children’s passion for art.

The following are some ways parents can encourage that passion.

• Recognize the educational value of art. For example, art can help young children develop language skills, as creating art projects, even while just a toddler, often compels children to talk about their art. In addition, a recent report from

Americans for the Arts found that art education strengthens problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. If parents recognize the value of art, students are more likely to follow suit and reap all the rewards that art education provides.

• Allow children the freedom to create. While technique is important for artists, young artists can benefit from some space. Other subjects are necessarily structured, but art sessions can be a great time for kids to simply explore their creativity without much interference from parents or educators. A designated room for arts, including arts and crafts, can illustrate to children that their interest in the arts is important and worthy of exploration.

• Keep supplies well-stocked. Much like parents of young athletes enroll them in sports leagues or purchase the latest equipment, parents of children with a passion for art can indulge that passion by enrolling them in local art classes and keeping them well-stocked with art supplies. Even if the supplies are as simple as crayons and construction paper, their availability can send kids the message that their passion for art is not taken lightly.

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Delhi, India Capital of India

Article and Photographs

By Nancy Binder

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ithin the city of Delhi is the National Capital Territory of Delhi where the seat of government is located. This area is called New Delhi. Delhi has an estimated population of almost 17 million people and is the second most populous city in India, with Mumbai being the most populated.

I arrived in Delhi after 25 ½ hours in transit from Chicago. In spite of the fact that it was after midnight, my guide was waiting with a big smile and a welcome flower lei. We were delayed at the airport by a terrorist drill that occurs five times daily. At the hotel I was welcomed by more floral leis, a red bindi placed on my forehead and four exquisite tiny desserts in my room. After a good night’s sleep, I asked the hotel to hire a car and driver for Arriving at hotel in New Delhi me for the afternoon. The cost was only $15. The driver was very attentive and provided a mini tour as he took me to Lodi Gardens where I walked among tombs of former rulers. Unfortunately, none of the signs were in English.

I visited India in November and was surprised by how hot the temperature was. I met very friendly people while in the park. A young couple playing badminton without a net asked if I wanted to join in the game. I declined but had an interesting conversation with them. They had the afternoon off work as it was the start of Diwali, the 5 day Festival of Lights holiday. I was watching a young food vendor walking with his tray on his head and carrying the stand to set the tray upon, when I met four young ladies who were second year medical students at the university. They asked to have their photo taken with me. I was a bit surprised, but having my photo taken with total strangers became a daily occurrence during my three weeks in India. After a stroll around the lake, I visited Laxmi Narayan Temple, where I

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Burial tomb in Lodi Gardens was given a key to a locker to hold my shoes, my camera, and cellphone. No photos are allowed in the temples. All women wear scarves on their heads when they enter a temple. This temple is dedicated to Vishnu and his consort Lakshmi. It is on 7 ½ acres and has side temples dedicated to Shiva, Krishna, and Buddha.

It was built between 1933 and 1939 and was inaugurated by Mahatma Gandhi in 1939. It was an interesting visit and my first introduction to Hindu temples.

The next day I met the group that I was to travel with and boarded the motor coach that had both a driver and an assistant, along with our tour director and a local guide. Our first visit was to Humayun’s Tomb which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Our guide explained that the Mughal Emperor Humayun and all the male descendants are buried there. There are 99 members of the family buried on the huge site. It was built in 1547, 80 years before the Taj Mahal but of the same architectural design.

The Qutab Complex is another World Heritage Site. It is where the first mosque was built in India. The 238 feet tall Qutab Minar is believed to have been erected as a tower of victory for the Muslim rule that took over India in 1200 AD. It has elaborate, intricate carvings all the way to the top of the tower. The tower was hit by lightning three times. It now has a lightning deflector system on it.

Birla House is now a museum dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi. It is where he spent the last 144 days of his life. Mahatma continued on next page

Gandhi was the leader of the nationalist movement against the British rule. He is considered to be the “father of India.” He advocated non-violent protests. On his way to evening prayer on January 30, 1948 at the age of 78, he was assassinated by a young Hindu fanatic who was disturbed by Gandhi’s attempts to heal the scars between Hindus and Muslims. We went to Raj Ghat, which has a memorial slab that marks the place of Gandhi’s cremation pyre. An eternal flame burns there.

The Red Fort (pictured below) is located in old Delhi. This fort is made of red sandstone. The Muslim dynasty occupied the fort from the mid 1600s until the British took it over in 1857.

The Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1639 made treaties by marrying daughters of other rulers. He had 390 wives! The Mughal held court twice a day, once in the morning for the common people and in the evening for the upper class. The fort has a large moat surrounding it and large metal gates. It is a beautiful complex.

Delhi was very smoky making breathing and photo-taking difficult. The smoke was caused by air pollution, fields being burned off, and fireworks that were nightly during Diwali. We drove to where there is usually a gorgeous view of India Gate and could barely see it. We viewed the prime minister’s offices, military offices, and the huge round parliament or congress.

Driving through old Delhi provided us with a glimpse of daily life. Vendors were cooking on the streets, barbers were cutting hair under trees, unfortunately there very poor people were sleeping on the street, men were getting their pedi-cabs ready for the day’s work, workmen were loading bicycles and other convey-

Qutab Tower

Colorfully dressed tourists

ances with products for delivery, and people were selling flowers to decorate homes and cars for Diwali. The first day of Diwali, you buy gifts of metal. Many people think it is good fortune to buy your car and appliances on that day. We saw quite a few bicycles pulling carts with boxes marked LG washer, refrigerator, etc. On the second day of Diwali people give gifts of sweets. Our local guide passed out lentil flour candy that had been soaked in sweet syrup. It was a tasty treat and a nice way to end our visit.

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Nancy Binder is a retired application software developer turned freelance writer combining her love of travel with her desire to share her experiences. She is passionate about exploring the outdoors and has been “bitten by the African safari bug,” now her favorite travel destination. Contact her with comments or travel questions at nancybinder@sbcglobal.net.

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eventeen-year-old Jerrod has struggled with the guilt of his actions for an event that took place almost a year ago. His friends have abandoned him, his family ignores him, and he lost his best friend.

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Written by Courtnee Turner Hoyle Seventeen-year-old Jerrod has struggled with the guilt of his actions for an event that took place almost a year ago. His friends have abandoned him, his family ignores him, and he lost his best friend. To make matters worse, he was unable to access records that may have revealed his father’s whereabouts. His sister, Ella, guides Jerrod as he tries to learn and accept secrets his family has tried to hide.

However, a sinister spirit may be influencing Ella’s actions, and it has an agenda of its own.

Kodiak: King of the A Grizzlies

15-year-old city-boy moved into a remote forest cabin on Big Bear Mountain and realized his connection to nature after discovering the 100-year-old journal of a grizzly hunter. The California Grizzly Bear was hunted into extinction 100 years ago, and was the most terrifying monster the early pioneers had ever faced. The journal tells the untold story about the extinction of the bears and describes an epic final-battle between the grizzlies and the US Army. It even has a talking bear from outer space!

Kodiak was a fierce, giant grizzly with special powers who was sent by the Great Creator to help the bears survive their impending doom. Battles raged and the bears were pursued but one clan escaped total annihilation with some unexpected help.

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Callaghan draws from his background in environmental science and his love of nature—plus his wild imagination—to create a very rare and compelling story with plenty of surprises. As a protagonist, Cole possesses a sense of curiosity and adventure that can only be described as contagious, and I kept thinking about him, Uncle Bill, and Big Bear Mountain long after I finished reading.”

—Dylan Roche, author of The Purple Bird “Tom Callaghan intertwines a legendary pioneer story with the present-day intrigue of a bored 15-year-old to stir the hearts of readers. Detailed descriptions of life before and after humans developed the California wilderness draw readers into conflicting worlds, challenging them to rethink their own ideals and redefine the notion of hero. Can the great beasts of the wilderness coexist with humans? Some people—and beasts—thought so. The balance of nature and future of our ecosystem may depend on what you think, too.”

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PRAISE FOR Written by Jacqueline Krafft Illustrated by Abigail Schlegl It is the author’s hope that Buddy will serve as a learning tool. It is a book about seasons, science, color appreciation, and Buddy’s own struggle for patience and acceptance of his situation. He learns the importance of responsibility to his family.

This book is rich in vocabulary, as well. May little imaginations take flight, and their observance about the active world around them be greatly enhanced.

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Recently widowed, Lily Roberts leaves her Appalachian hometown seeking serenity in the Carolina coastal town of Eagle Hills.

Instead, she stumbles into a world of intrigue, murder, and passion. Lily’s encounter on the beach with a mysterious stranger arouses an unquenchable thirst. Will she satisfy her desires or fall victim to a secret political agenda? This fiction story is a fascinating tale of romance, murder, and mystery. Surprise twists and turns are woven with passionate love scenes, scandalous secrets, and an ending that’s sure to tug at your heartstrings.

Ron Rian’s sole desire is to marry his only son, Bernard, to another prominent family, to gain an heir to the Rian fortune. But Bernard has a different agenda—he falls in love with Gabrielle, a foreigner vacationing in the United States with a friend. Gabrielle is not Bernard’s social equal and is a mystery to Ron. He enlists his security officer to investigate and identify this woman. As Gabrielle returns to her work and life in Canada, Bernard uncovers his father’s spy tactics and confronts him. But who is this woman who has stolen Bernard’s heart?

Will his father put an end to their romance permanently? Can Bernard reach Gabrielle?

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Avie Williams Cole has a mission: take a quick trip to Georgia to settle her father’s estate. Too busy to go, her attorney husband, Michael, sends her off with their asthmatic son, Joseph, to keep her company. In tiny Taylor’s Crossing, Avie settles in but is soon thrown off course by overbearing and meddling family members and her son’s fascination with a legendary Cherokee Silver mine. Their search for the silver mine leads her up to Taylor’s Ridge and to a new friend, Will. As her stay lengthens, her life begins to unravel even as she begins to blossom and make new friends. For the first time in her life, she must learn to stand on her own and find her way.

Will she stay with her husband, or choose a new love? And how can she hold on to the red land she cherishes?

A heart donor delivery becomes a disaster, when the driver of the delivery van spots his girlfriend in the arms of another. Unable to resist he follows her through a succession of comic episodes and hurdles until he loses the heart completely and finds the mission, his love relationship and his sanity totally in jeopardy. An enraged cardiologist, the consummate professional, who accompanies him needles and prods him throughout for his foolishness.

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Marwin Gelstone, a divorced pharmacist with a unique practice, tries to get through the daily grind of pharmacy while simultaneously trying to understand his adolescent children. His life takes a drastic turn when his partner’s wife commits suicide. Madeline Montgomery is a well-known socialite in the Knoxville community who abruptly ends the life that so many have longed for. The senseless nature of her suicide leads Marwin to search for an answer to the age-old question of why a person takes their own life. As he explores Marwin becomes entrenched in a twisted plot that could cost him everything, including his life.

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BY KATHLEEN M. JACOBS

FOLLOWING IS AN EXCERPT FROM THE BOOK’S OPENING PAGES.

CHAPTER 1 CAROLINE SPRING, 1970

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y sister Lucy still thinks of our father every day. I know this about her without asking her, even though it has been almost four years since he was arrested by the Memphis police, as he lay semi-conscious for just a brief moment on the splintered hardwood floor in the small room we share.

Later he would be charged as an accomplice in the murder of two black, twin, teenaged boys, who lived ten miles from our house. And as unfathomable as that truth is, Lucy still finds it hard to believe that our father was so different from who she thought he was; and yet, that idea— that someone could do something or be someone completely different from who you thought they were—was an idea that she continues to encounter again and again as she gets older. It is a part of life, a part of growing up: the realization that most things are not what they seem.

Four years ago, for instance, she thought our mother non-judgmental, tolerant, and stalwart. And she was—in a way; but that changed, too—in a way.

And it was something that for me was

Honeysuckle Holiday centers on the life of twelve-year-old protagonist, Lucy. It takes place in the south, in the late 1960s. Lucy struggles internally to come to terms with her parents’ sudden and mysterious divorce. She finds herself thrust-almost overnight-from a world of comfort and privilege into one of near marginality. When her mother hires a black woman to help her, the situation intensifies. As the story progresses, Lucy learns the mystery behind her parents’ divorce—her father’s uncharacteristic, almost unforgivable immersion in the KKK. Lucy comes to shed her unknowing racism, taking her beyond the ideals of youth—her love of books and the trappings of childhood knit closely to her very fiber. She learns to peel back the layers of human frailty (her own included) painful piece by painful piece, while struggling to hold on to the comforts of innocence. Young adult to adult reading.

apparent early on. How could she not change, after everything that had happened in her seemingly-perfect world?

But it was different for Lucy. Lucy either didn’t see things clearly when they happened or, more likely, she didn’t want to see them. Lucy saw things as she wanted them to be, not as they were, until the clarity was as blinding as the scorching summer sun at noon. There is something very endearing about that quality, yet it’s also very unsettling.

Today we say Colored or Negro. And every now and then, we hear someone say black. But four years ago, when we, along with our newly-born baby sister Grace and our mother, left everything familiar to us behind in Germantown and moved to Raleigh without our father, Lucy called them Niggers. So did most everyone we knew. Sometimes I even said it. But whenever I heard someone else say it, I corrected them. And most people vehemently meant it, even if they didn’t know what it meant to mean it, what it felt like.

But that was before Petey and Lila and Bernie. Before Mark. Before those two sixteen-year-old identical twin boys were murdered. When our father was still Daddy. When he was still alive.

I wonder if Lucy will ever stop thinking about him. I say that I have, but that’s not entirely true. I mean, how do you completely forget about your father? Is

it even possible, no matter what he has done? I don’t know. I guess time will tell.

But it’s been a while now; like an annoying pimple that pops up on my face out of the blue, he still pops into my mind from time to time, even though I try very hard not to think about him. Mama never even allows us to talk about him. It is a mystery to all of us why we would even want to talk about him. And yet, sometimes we do. It just happens. But I have remained staunch in my refusal to say his name.

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Dancing on the Waves

By Leslie Snyder

“But straightway Jesus spake unto them, saying, Be of good cheer; it is I; be not afraid. And Peter answered him and said, Lord, if it be thou, bid me come unto thee on the water. And he said, Come. And when Peter was come down out of the ship, he walked on the water, to go to Jesus.”

Matthew 14: 27–29 KJV Interpretation: “But Jesus immediately said to them: ‘Take courage!

It is I. Don’t be afraid.’ ‘Lord, if it’s you,’ Peter replied, ‘tell me to come to you on the water.’ ‘Come,’ he said. Then Peter got down out of the boat, walked on the water and came toward Jesus.”

–Matthew 14: 27–29 KJV

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he story is told of a young boy who liked to jump into the arms of his father. The son would stand at the top of the stairs and leap gleefully into his dad’s secure arms. But, the rule was, the boy was only to jump after he heard his father’s voice inviting him to take flight. One night, the father changed the game. The boy, anticipating

Love

By Katina Rose

“And the greatest of these is love”...from one of my favorite verses and it is the key to so many actions, words, memorable moments, and deep emotions. We are instructed to love each other, so why is that difficult at times? It doesn’t mean we love when it’s convenient or when we think the feeling will be reciprocated. It really means we love the ones who hurt us or don’t appreciate it. It can be difficult and messy, but we are called to love everyone. The difficult and the easy ones, our supporters and those who challenge us.

I grew up in a church that, while the intentions were good, leaned towards loving those who acted, dressed, and presented a certain image. This in itself can influence others and create a dangerous mindset. That takes direct attention to intervene and change these beliefs. It requires reading scripture and staying in the word to discover that love is the central theme woven all throughout the teachings.

The Biblical definition of love​is ​sacrificial,​a love that gives first and expects nothing in return. Biblical love grants believers a peace that surpasses all understanding, which comes only from Christ.

Which part of this definition stands out to you or stays in your thoughts? For me personally, it’s the line, “expect nothing in return.”

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this nightly routine, stood perched at the top of the stairs waiting for the familiar voice of his father. But this time, the father turned off the hall lights and the boy could not see the face of his father or the strong arms that always caught him in mid-flight. “Jump!” the father shouted. “I can’t see you,” came the wary reply of the son. Again, the father gave the usual command, “Jump!” “But I can’t see you,” said the boy with fear rising in his voice. The father’s response was calm and sure. “Jump!” And with terror in his heart, the boy leapt into the air and landed safely and securely in his father’s arms.

This is a great story illustrating the concepts of faith and trust!

Most people are familiar with the biblical encounter of Jesus and Peter walking on water. Often the focus of this account is on Peter’s lack of faith as he begins to sink. What if, however, this story really isn’t about a lack of faith, but rather, what a person can experience if he or she takes the invitation of Jesus seriously?

Peter’s response to Jesus is, in itself, remarkable, “Lord, if it’s you, tell me to come to you on the water.” I’m not sure I would have been as bold as Peter in asking the seemingly impossible. Was Peter playing some ancient form of “Truth or Dare”?

While we may never know his motive, Jesus calls his bluff, inviting Peter to join Him. And with that invitation, Peter gets out of the boat and learns that Jesus can be trusted as he experiences the impossible.

Wherever you find yourself today, and you hear Jesus saying, “Come,” no matter how dark or impossible your situation seems, put faith into action and dance on the waves! Source: www.homeword.com

ment, and cast aside the views and opinions we have been exposed to through our early formation years?

I’m fairly confident each of us have experienced hurt and confusion by the actions of others. It’s easy to lash out or withdraw in those situations. In society today we tend to run to social media and air our grievances, we state our political views, and air our opinions.

Do we do this to seek confirmation of our feelings, think we’re going to change the way others think or do we share out of love for others?

Act, speak, and help others out of the love God gives us. He will provide all that we need.

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Rose lives by faith, hope, and prayer. She is the Program Development and Tech Manager at Upper East Tennessee Human Development Agency. Contact her at katinarose71@gmail.com.

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Laughter

By Deana Landers, Morningcoffeebeans.com

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y daughter reminded me one morning of the importance of laughter in our lives.

She was sitting on the floor playing and laughing out loud with her six-month-old daughter. I listened as her laughter and my granddaughter’s giggles filled all the space around me. She said she wanted to feel this kind of joy always and see the world through her child’s merry eyes.

We talked about the carefree laughter of childhood before we had bills to pay and so many responsibilities. I asked my daughter, “So what makes you laugh when you get older, and the children are grown, and you no longer have to leave cookies out for Santa?”

“I don’t know, Mom,” she said. “That’s what I’m expecting you to show me.”

That’s the thing about children, just when you think they are grown and you have set good examples for them, they remind you that they’re still watching.

Our children grew up in a pastor’s home with many different kinds of people coming and going in their lives in many different places. Teaching our children to have a sense of humor was just as important as teaching them to have a strong prayer life. One of my many favorite memories of laughing together as a pastor’s family was when a precious older member of our church, who was almost blind with cataracts, would prepare meals and bring them to us. She didn’t realize that she mixed all the food together on one big serving plate.

The fried fish was often on top of cottage cheese, and pineapple with beans and slaw on top of that. The children wouldn’t eat the food and didn’t know what to say when she asked them at church how their dinner was. A pastor friend suggested we name our garbage can “Spot.” So when the sweet lady asked the kids how the food was, they would say, “It hit the spot!” Laughter always made our lives fun and helped us get through stressful times.

We need laughter in the good times and the bad. Laughter makes us feel good, releases pressure in a bad situation, gives us energy, and makes the most miserable situation bearable at times.

In general, it gives us a sense of well-being and a sense of community.

Doctor Madan Kataria, author of the book, Laughter Yoga, said, “Children can laugh up to 400 times a day, but for adults, this frequency drops to barely 15 times a day.”

It may even be less this year with all the stress our country and families have been through.

In 1995 Dr. Kataria, a medical doctor from Mumbai, India, experimented with the therapeutic benefits of humor by approaching strangers in a park in Mumbai. He then invented a series of breathing and relaxation exercises that stimulate merriment for better health called Laughter Yoga. Since then, thousands of social

laughter clubs have been launched in 65 countries, including the United States.

There are physicians who prescribe laughter classes to the sick, elderly, young, and healthy for its stress-reducing effects because it is proven that voluntary laughter provides the same physiological and psychological benefits as spontaneous laughter. The physical benefits of laughter include reducing stress hormones, strengthening our immune system, cardiac conditioning, lower blood pressure (especially in women), and it cleanses the lungs, which can aid in respiratory problems.

Good reason to add laughter to our lives daily, right?

When I added up the amount of laughter in my life, I found that most of the people I spend time with are people who like to laugh. As inspiration, I look no further than my own friends and family. My neighbor and friend is one particular person who inspires me. She is engaged, curious, strong, beautiful, and fun at age 89— exactly the kind of woman I’d love to be when I’m her age, should I have the good fortune to live that long in fine health.

Listening to her share funny stories of stressful times in her life growing up during the great depression reminds me that there is a funny side to every situation. Spending any time with her reinforces the idea that we need a sense of humor to make it through the tough times in life and gives me new energy and hope for the future.

My sisters, who were all more than ten years older than me, inspired me the same way. They knew how to use laughter as a healing agent. When we get together, we talk about our life as children. There were sad and painful times for us, but we always managed to turn our shared stories and thoughts into laugher that brought tears to our eyes.

During the COVID-19 quarantine, I have had an amazing friend who sent me videos of funny things and attitudes to cope with the quarantine. She says we need more comedy in our lives and she is right. The videos were humorous, and they helped me laugh at myself.

Laughter doesn’t mean you can’t be serious or you are insensitive to the bad things that are happening in the world around us.

However, it can be the difference between a life of black-and-white and a life filled with color. Laughter may not add years to your life but it will add life to your years! It’s like a flower that blooms when it stretches towards the sun.

A Bible verse in Proverbs reminds us that joy is an important part of a healthy life. “A merry heart is good like a medicine, but a broken spirit saps a person’s strength.” (17:22, NLT) Laughing with our grandchildren is the most fun and we do it a lot. Sometimes when our grandchildren get into trouble we laugh and remind our children they did the same things when they were that age. But for some reason, they don’t always think that’s funny.

However, being a role model for our adult children has meant demonstrating to them how to live well and happy in good times and bad. I hope that teaching them to always have a sense of humor and a strong prayer life will be their guide to setting the same example for their children.

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Eldercare Benefits for Veterans

By Cindy Sproles

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eterans have benefits to help with the cost of in-home custodial care, and it is available to them through their local Veterans Administration. Benefits are available for war-time veterans age 65 and over through a tax-free benefit called Aid and Attendance.

Like any government benefit, applicants must swim through the wake of paperwork, but the reward is worth the effort.

Aid and Attendance can offer the veteran and even their spouse an additional monthly income to help provide for supplemental in-home care, medical assistance, and other physical needs. These benefits are also available to surviving spouses of veterans. The benefit payout can range from $500–$2000 per month (tax-free).

Please note, there are agencies and companies who specialize in helping veterans to acquire these benefits.

There is a charge and it sometimes requires veterans to purchase insurances through their companies. Applying yourself at your local Veterans Administration or online can be frustrating and time consuming, but the application process is free. You may feel it best to use an independent agency, but with the help of a family member or friend, your bank records, and some additional time, the services can be acquired.

Home-Based Needs—The Veterans Administration also provides Home-Based Needs which are two-hour visits by companies like Comfort Keepers to assist veterans with immediate short-term needs.

All benefits require you are seen by a VA physician but again, well worth the time and effort.

You can download a free benefits brochure from the Veterans Administration by visiting www.mentalhealth. va.gov/families or go directly to the application page and begin the process to apply.

Even if your veteran is deceased, benefits are available for surviving spouses. It takes time. It takes patience. But do the research and apply. Our veterans have earned this benefit in their valiant service to this country.

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Lead by example Children who witness their parents putting off going to the dentist or being apprehensive about visiting the dentist may develop their own fears. Always paint the dentist in a positive light and keep appointments.

Focus on the good aspects Talk up all the benefits of going to the dentist, such as having a squeaky clean and fresh mouth. Many hygienists will hand out small toys after a successful visit, or at the least a great new toothbrush and other fun products to try.

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August is National Goat Cheese Month!

If you have ever tried a Greek salad with Feta, you have tried goat cheese. The history of goat cheese goes back to Ancient Greece, circa 5,000 B.C. when the goat was first domesticated. Fresh goat cheese has about half the fat, cholesterol, and calories of commercial cheese made from cow’s milk. This cheese has a tangy, sweet/salty taste. Source: nationaldaycalendar.com

Baked Goat Cheese Dip

6 servings 1 10-ounce log goat cheese, at room temperature 4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing Freshly ground pepper 8 small cocktail tomatoes (about 10 ounces), quartered 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar 1 clove garlic, finely chopped Kosher salt Toasted baguette slices, for serving 1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Combine the goat cheese, cream cheese, Parmesan and 2 tablespoons olive oil in a food processor and season with pepper; puree until smooth.

Brush a 1-quart baking dish with olive oil, then spread the cheese mixture in the dish, mounding it slightly higher around the edge than in the middle.

Bake until golden and heated through, about 15 minutes.

2. Meanwhile, combine the tomatoes, chives, vinegar, garlic, the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl. Spoon the tomato mixture on top of the dip. Serve with baguette slices. Source: foodnetwork.com

until golden and crisp on all sides.

Remove with a slotted spoon, and place on paper towels to drain.

4. Arrange goat cheese poppers on a platter, drizzle with honey, and sprinkle with chives and red pepper. Serve immediately. Source: myrecipes.com

Goat Cheese Poppers with Honey

8 – 10 servings 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 large egg 3/4 teaspoon sea salt 2/3 cup panko 1 (11-ounce) log soft goat cheese, at room temperature 2 cups grapeseed oil or canola oil 1 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon minced fresh chives 1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper 1. Combine flour and black pepper in a small bowl. Whisk together egg, 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, and 2 tablespoons water in a second small bowl. Combine panko and remaining 1/2 teaspoon sea salt in another small bowl.

2. Roll goat cheese into 24 balls (about 1 tablespoon each). Roll each goat cheese ball in flour mixture, dip in egg mixture, and dredge in panko mixture.

Freeze 20 minutes or until firm.

3. Heat oil to 350° in a deep saucepan over medium-high heat. Fry goat cheese, in batches, 1 to 2 minutes or

Fluffy Scrambled Eggs with Goat Cheese 4 servings 1 handful chives 8 eggs 4 ounces goat cheese 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt Fresh ground black pepper 2 tablespoons butter

1. Thinly slice the chives. In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs together until well-beaten. Crumble the goat cheese and stir it into the eggs along with the kosher salt and plenty of fresh ground pepper.

2. In a skillet, heat the butter over medium heat. Tilt the pan to ensure the entire pan is coated in the melted butter, then pour in the eggs.

3. Keep the heat on medium. When the eggs begin to set, use a flat spatula to slowly scrape sections of eggs, creating folds. Scrape occasionally until the eggs form soft folds, then remove from the heat just before they fully harden. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped chives (if desired).

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Board Games as Boredom Busters B

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Many family-friendly board games that have been developed through the years are just as fun to play today as they were when they were first introduced.

• The Game of Life ®: The idea behind this game is to go through life making smart decisions. The player who retires first and with the most money is the winner. It can be a great way to teach youngsters about money management and sound decision-making.

• Scrabble ®: Players strategically place letter tiles on the board in a crossword puzzle format. These letters form words, and each letter is valued differently, creating a score for each word. Families can enjoy this fun competition while expanding their vocabularies.

• Clue ®: Clue is the original “who done it” mystery game. Players attempt to figure out which suspect was involved in the crime against Mr. Boddy,

naming the room in which it took place as well as the weapon used during the crime.

Although it’s somewhat macabre, the game can instill thoughtful problem-solving skills as players try to narrow down the possibilities.

• Monopoly ®: The first Monopoly game was released in 1935, and since then there have been various incarnations. The game involves buying and trading properties and requires both risk and luck. Monopoly is fun to play and teaches great lessons regarding real estate, budgeting and other financial skills.

• Battleship ®: What started out as a pen-and-paper game during World War I evolved into a successful strategy game. Two players attempt to target and sink their opponents battleships on a 10 x 10 grid.

• Chess: Players have to maneuver 16 pieces across a 64-square game board with the ultimate goal being to checkmate the opponent’s king piece.

This game has endured nearly 1,500 years and has many different fans.

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