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Stylish Jeans— a Staple of Fall Fashion

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How to Talk to Children About Cancer

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Storing Root Vegetables April Hensley 12

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up! It is in the air! The calendar shows that the first day of autumn falls on September 23, 2019, and I am excited! That is my birthday! Two good reasons to love this time of year: my birthday and the change of the season. The cooler night temperatures and low humidity mean there is a change in the landscape. I find this time of the year to be my favorite season. It is a season of change and excitement!

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Stylish Jeans a staple of fall fashion D

enim jeans are an important fashion staple. Jeans can work as casual wear, but they also work when paired with a blazer or button-down shirt. While denim will always be a part of many people’s wardrobes, the styles of jeans come and go. Certain cuts and colors will always be popular. But by scouring the runways and keeping their eyes peeled on designers’ latest offerings, budding fashionistas may find they can have a lot of fun with denim.

Cropped

Cropped jeans, which end at or near the ankle, have been a fan favorite for a while. Cropped styles are available from designers, but DIYers can create this look themselves with a sharp pair of scissors. Showing some ankle is chic, and these jeans pair well with just about any shoe, whether it’s a ballet flat, sandal, stiletto, or sneaker.

Mom jeans

The mom jean trend is going strong. Mom jeans are midwash, non-stretch, straight-leg jeans that tend to have high waists. They’re just about everywhere right now. And because they’re timeless, investing in a pair means being able to pull them out every couple of years and being right on trend.

Full-length flairs

Remember the boot-cut jeans of the 1990s? Today’s incarnations are a little more flared and boast a groovy appeal, borrowing a little from the flower power styles of decades ago. These full-length favorites can work well with a little heel. And when done in a dark wash, they easily can be dressed up for a night out. Many straight-leg and flared varieties are now being embellished with high-rise waists and button flies for even more styling power.

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The Heat of the Steaming August

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he heat of the steaming August always seems to find a way to take me back four decades ago to my high school years, especially to memories of band. I was a trombone player. Okay, more truthfully, I was a “trombone holder” because I was terrible! But I loved band class. Even when those dreaded challenges left me in last seat, I was part of something very special to me.

Our band director, Roy Evans, was the leader of the band at my Alma Mater for a good while. He was there when I strolled into his office as part of the fifth grade curriculum to see if any of us had the talent—or more honestly, the interest—to be in the band. Mr. Evans patiently helped each of us try different instruments, from woodwinds to brass to percussion, hoping

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something would take. I liked the trumpet, but my dad thought the trombone was a better fit for a “husky” kid like me, so there I was, the next Tommy Dorsey…except I didn’t have an ounce of talent.

But that didn’t keep me from enjoying band. Even the annual door-to-door salesmanship fundraisers, which had lofty goals that would challenge any professional Fuller Brush man, didn’t slow down my passion for band class.

Finally, it was toward the end of my sophomore year, and Mr. Evans called me to his office. There were of bunch of seniors graduating the next year, and the band needed tuba players. Would I be interested? Of course…except I could barely read music. To admit to Mr. Evans—one of my heroes, a surrogate school dad—what I’d known for most of my life, terrified me. “Kenny, I know,” was his calm response. “I’ll teach you if you’ll help me.” And teach me, he did. Private afterschool lessons, just me and him, all throughout that summer.

During my junior year band camp, I was a new man. Shedding my trombone and joining the tuba gang, with newly mastered skills taught patiently and lovingly by such a caring man, I was even more proud to wear that Scarlet Hurricane uniform.

This August it was just as hot as it was twoscore ago. Band participation has dropped, with today’s entire bands not much bigger than the percussion sections of the bands of old. But those kids who get it, who love band and the band experience—they are our future. It’s my hope that they can spread that love we share to others, to bring their classmates to that field of dreams.

So on the last day of this year’s band camp, a couple of us rolled up to the high school. And in our little parade was our local ice cream truck. The band director, a young man who could easily be confused as a student, was in on the gig, so he called the band together, and we gave them free ice cream. Admittedly, it wasn’t much. But it’s a small way I can share the love Mr. Evans shared with me—making their band experience possibly as magical as mine so that, sometime down the road, they’ll think back to glory days of marching, singing, and celebrating their high school memories.

It’s up to us to take on the role of our own Mr. Evans, to do what we can to make a difference in the lives of others. Let’s not let them down.

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Ken Heath is a Marion, VA hometown boy who expresses his passions in his writings and through music. After his ‘real job’, Ken is owner of the legendary Cliffside Roadhouse, doggie dad to two yellow labs with his wonderful wife, and a professional mobile DJ with Bow Tie Pro Music and Sound. Follow him on Facebook and on Twitter at #kenheath.

Emerge Virtual Workshop Bridges the Generation Gap

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n October 16, the YWCA of Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia will host Jessica Stollings for a lunchtime virtual training. This Emerge virtual workshop will focus on bridging generation gaps and helping employees benefit from generational diversity in the workplace. The Emerge workshops are focused on the needs of professional women at all career levels.

Expert presenters in a variety of areas empower women to become better managers and employees.

Jessica Stollings, the trainer for this workshop, is a national speaker, author, and the founder of ReGenerations, a company providing resources to help bridge generation gaps in the workplace. Jessica Stollings has been recognized internationally for generational diversity training. She has written a book titled REGenerate on this topic. This virtual training will guide participants through challenging questions and provide a framework to view generational differences in a positive light.

Using best practices and real-life examples, participants will learn how to create strong workplace relationships between generations.

Through this Emerge training, participants will learn how to identify and resolve generational conflicts, view multi-generational offices in a more positive light, and make generational diversity in the workplace an advantage. Participants will also become aware of conscious and unconscious bias while learning how to embrace generational diversity and inclusion.

To find out more about the upcoming Emerge virtual workshop, contact Tammy Alls at YWCA Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia at 423-968-9444, or email at thenkel@ ywcatnva.org. Registration is $35 per person. A link for online

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There is a ‘Good Neighbor’ in the Neighborhood!

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anting to make a “Last year, my daughter findifference in peoished her master’s degree while ple’s lives, Sheila student teaching and being pregWandell, a graduate of Tusculum nant! My husband and I always University, has been a State Farm taught our children that you agent in Johnson City, TN, since finish what you start, and I was 1988. When she started college to inspired to set a good example for become a teacher, Shelia had the my granddaughter, Hadlynn. I got opportunity to work part time in up early and stayed up later than an insurance office. It was there my normal routine. I listened to she witnessed, on a daily basis, lectures in my car as I commuted what a difference insurance made hours to visit my dad in the in peoples’ lives. As a result, nursing home. I finally ‘found’ her career aspirations changed the time to finish.” direction.

The ChFC® program prepares “My late mother taught me professionals to apply advanced that happiness comes from giving skills to address the financial planto others, not just friends, but to ning needs of individuals, famibe a good neighbor. I can rememlies, and small-business owners in ber taking food and clothes to a diverse environment. They can Shelia Wandell has a registered ‘Little Free Library’ strangers when my mom heard help clients identify and establish located on the outside of her office. about a fire or flood in the comspecific goals and then formulate, munity. So really, I was in training at a young age to be an implement, and monitor a comprehensive plan to pursue insurance agent. I thank God every day for the opportunity those goals. Those who earn a ChFC® can provide knowlHe has given me to help people manage the risks of everyday edgeable advice on a broad range of financial topics, includlife by coping with the unexpected.” ing financial planning, wealth accumulation and estate Starting a career as a State Farm Insurance Agent, She- planning, income taxation, life and health insurance, business lia’s life’s journey had some twists and turns. Shelia, who taxation and planning, investments, and retirement planning is married to Elizabethton State Farm Agent Ken Wandell, with a focus on the practical application of concepts learned. found herself not only running her own business, but caring Living here in the Tri-cities region, Shelia embraces the for her children, Emily and Justin, and caring for sick parents. whole region as her family. “I love the Tri-cities area! We have Her life’s journey included constantly juggling responsibili- four seasons, the scenery of the glorious mountains, and beauties and commitments. tiful lakes. I love going to the grocery store and seeing the “As with most women, I felt there were not enough hours people I know. It’s the sharing that connects all of us. I see in the day and did not have the time or energy to study and people at their worst, after a house fire or car accident. My take tests.” But through her faith and persistence, Shelia office is usually the first to hear bad news—loss of job, sickness, never lost sight of her career goals. divorce. However, we are also the first to hear good news, like After 30 years in the insurance business, Shelia remained engagements, expecting babies, or first homes. We are all concommitted to her career. “I completed my CLU (Charter Life nected and like family.”

Underwriter) designation in 2003 and started on my ChFC Shelia is very proud to have a strong company structure, (Charter Financial Consultant.) and of her office team. “My team and I are here to listen as we “I have always wanted to be the best insurance agent I care about our customers and we are here to help them when could be for my customers, and that is why I have continued life becomes a challenge. I am blessed to have three fantastic, my education with professional designations.” As a result of licensed team members in my office. Michelle Nix has been Sheila’s determination and her commitment to her goals, with me 26 years of my 31 years, Aleshia Watson has 12 years she recently earned the Chartered Financial Consultant® with my office, and Meghan Wallen has 10 years of customer (ChFC®), a professional designation from The American experience. We love helping people!”

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Shelia Wandall will soon be celebrating a 60th birthday, and she is still accomplishing her life goals. She has become an icon of inspiration to women of all ages, encouraging them to never give up. “I hope my personal journey inspires other women to complete their goals. I will be 60 soon, so it is never too late. It has always been said that as you age, you regret what you didn’t do, not what you did do. I read the #1 New York Times bestselling book What Do You Want to Do Before You Die by Ben Nemtin, and it inspired me. Every time he and his friends accomplished a dream on their bucket list, they helped a complete stranger cross something off their list. They played basketball with President Obama, had a drink with Prince Harry, reunited a father and son, and surprised a girl with a much needed bionic arm. Their quest has inspired millions to believe the impossible is truly possible. They also had a television show The Buried Life, which explored the exciting wonders of human potential and the exhilaration of going after one’s dreams. By the way, Ben Nemtin is the commencement speaker for my American College graduation in October 2019! Timing is everything!”

Being very committed to the community she loves, Shelia has a registered ‘Little Free Library’ located on the outside of her office. People can give a book and get a book. With her ‘never give up attitude’ and her desire to always be the best insurance and financial services agent for her customers, Shelia‘s journey will soon include more excitement! Her daughter Emily is expecting triplets in the near future!

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QUEENSTOWN, NEW ZEALAND

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By Nancy Binder

e flew to the Southland after arriving in Invercargill. Our first stop was at a fairly unique hardware store called E. Hayes & Sons, where they have the motorcycle called “The World’s Fastest Indian” on display, which was built in Invercargill by Burt Munro. It held motorcycle land speed records at Bonneville Salt Flats in the 1960s. It is a 1920 Indian Scout.

A movie of the same name was made about it, with Anthony Hopkins starring as Munro. They also had other old cars, the usual hardware stuff, and lots of gift items, from souvenirs to wedding gifts. Here in New Zealand, they call car aficionados “petrol heads!”

We walked through the Botanic Gardens, where they had roses that had originally been propagated in the 1600s. We stopped at the museum, which is not open to the public because it doesn’t meet earthquake codes, to look in the window so we could see the living dinosaur, a tuatara, which they are breeding there. We went to a university professor’s lecture about the Southland. We were as far south as you can go in New Zealand. It typically rains two out of three days, usually an inch or more. The rain did not disappoint! We headed toward Te Anau, where we spent the night. New Zealand is big ranching country; sheep, cattle, and dairy cows are mostly all exported. Their biggest trading partner is China.

They also raise deer for venison, which is shipped to Germany and Switzerland.

We had an early start at six a.m. to get to Milford Sound. We stopped at The Chasm in Fjordlands National Park. Even though it Tuatara

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Waterfall in Milford Sound was lightly raining, it was just a 1 km roundtrip walk, and it was well worth the .5 km uphill trek to see the water that was rushing downhill over the rocks. Gorgeous! There were lots of fern trees and giant rhododendrons, and there was thick vegetation. In the parking lot, we saw a Kea bird. It is a large parrot, and the underside of its wings is a crimson red. We headed to the Milford Sound dock, with fingers crossed that it would stop raining. We drove on a hairpin road until almost the top of the mountain, where it then became a one lane tunnel.

It has a stoplight and a sign telling you how long the wait will be until it is your turn to go through the tunnel. Before the tunnel was built, the only ways to Milford Sound were by trekking over the mountain or by arriving by boat on the sea. As we boarded the huge sightseeing continued on next page

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View from cable car boat, it was lightly raining. As we left the dock, it looked like the sun might come out, but that didn’t happen. I stayed on the deck until it started to rain harder, and then I went below to our reserved tables. I had a nice boxed lunch while watching the high mountains and gushing waterfalls. From my seat, I had a nice view through the glassed-in roof and side windows. It was a nice cruise. We saw some young seals, but it was raining too hard to get photos. After the hour and a half cruise in the fjord, we were on the road again, tracing our route back to Te Anau, then going inland and north to Queenstown.

We passed many sheep stations and several deer stations.

They call ranches “stations.” The Remarkables, a mountain range, surrounded us until we arrived at Lake Wakatipu and followed the Devil’s Staircase Highway into Queenstown.

Queenstown has an area population of about 38,000 people.

It is known for its adventure tourism, including skiing, snowboarding, jet boating, whitewater rafting, bungee jumping, mountain biking, paragliding, and sky diving. I did not partake in any of those sports.

One morning we walked into town along Lake Wakatipu and went through Queen’s Garden, where the roses were all blooming. We walked past a bowling green; it was made of artificial turf, as most of them are now. It was a 3 km walk to the harbor. I heard a dog howling and found a man singing “Take Me Home, Country Roads,” and at the chorus the dog would sing along. We boarded a boat that would take us to Mt. Nicholas Station by crossing Lake Wakatipu. The lake is shaped like a lightning bolt, so the wind whips down the lake

and hits a mountain, then bounces off the mountain and hits the boat, which was a catamaran. The wheelhouse was open, so I went in and talked with the pilot. It was only his third day as a pilot. It was a pleasant crossing until we came around the point and hit the choppy water.

We visited a sheep station that has 29,000 Merino sheep, which they raise for wool, and 900 Hereford cattle. Watching a demonstration of how the herding dogs work the sheep was a real treat. In the shearing barn, we heard about the shearing, grading of wool, etc.; then we had a Ploughman’s lunch Herded sheep before boarding the catamaran back to Queenstown. Dinner was a late seating: nine p.m. at the Stratofare Restaurant atop Bob’s Peak. Of course it required a gondola ride to the top. Ugh! I hate heights, but I did it. What a stunning view it was from up there. The buffet tables were enormous and had so many selections. I think my favorites were green lipped mussels, prawns, baby octopus, venison, and artichoke hummus. It was so good.

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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. voicemagazineforwomen.com | September 2019 | 11

Storing Root Vegetables

By April Hensley

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ne of the most satisfying things about working in the garden is being able to dig into the soil and wrap your fingers around a big, juicy, homegrown onion. The size of root vegetables is often a surprise when harvested because, unlike produce that grows on a vine or a bush, you can’t see the growth.

Sometimes the shoulders peek through the soil to give us a hint as to what is secretly happening in the dark.

The wonderful thing about growing root vegetables is that we can harvest them at any size. If you need some small potatoes, onions, or a few tiny carrots for a recipe, the garden is your grocery store. Munching on them throughout the growing season also helps clear up space for ones growing larger in the ground.

At the end of summer, most garden plants begin to die back. It is time to prepare to harvest your root crops.

When harvesting at the end of the season, a large quantity of produce is suddenly available, and we are usually unable to eat it quickly before it spoils. Adequately storing helps to preserve it for several months. Most of what keeps vegetables fresh is what is done immediately after uncovering them from the ground.

• Some gardeners leave the crop in the ground as long as possible to slow down the aging process that leads to decay. Dig before the ground freezes, or it may turn roots like potatoes into mush.

• If leaving in the ground into frost season, cover with several inches of mulch, leaves, straw, etc. for protection.

• Use your hands or a dull shovel to gently uncover the crop. Wait for a warm, cloudy day with no rain in the forecast.

• Only store mature, healthy produce. Vegetables that are immature, older, or nicked, or those that have bad spots, should be put to the side so they can be used first. Don’t store them.

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for a few days so the skins will dry and harden.

Place in a single layer.

Don’t wash any of your produce. After it’s dry, lightly rub off any large clots of dirt. Only wash before using.

Store potatoes in the dark to prevent green skins.

Research to find out the ideal temperature and humidity to store each vegetable.

Use a cool, unheated basement, root cellar, or garage with good air flow to store the vegetables.

April Hensley works as an office manager and is an avid gardener, writer, and greenhouse hobbyist. April loves the outdoors and is passionate about animal welfare and the environment. She can be reached at aprils1105@embarqmail.com.

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BRISTOL RHYTHM & ROOTS REUNION ARTIST SPOTLIGHT:

Virginia West Cookin’ Up Country Swing with a Side of Pie (Bonus Recipe Included!)

By Guest Contributor Charlene Tipton Baker A throwback to the era of great country duets, Virginia West makes us nostalgic for the days when June made Johnny walk the line and Tammy and George were still lovin’ it all away. Add a little jazz and swing to those sweet harmonies and you’ve got a recipe for a two-steppin’ kinda party. While just emerging onto the local scene, Virginia West sweetens the pot with tasteful covers, heartfelt originals, and a vintage vibe. Virginia West is a must-see act now playing in local venues as a duo or with a full band, The Country Club. And then, there’s pie.

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irginia West is the combined talents of Toni Doman and KT Vandyke, who found each other through their shared love of traditional country music. Yes, they are a couple, and they are truly adorable.

Adorable in the way couples who love each other are when they make music together. They have a deep reverence for their Appalachian roots, and while they do tip a hat to the past, they don’t take themselves too seriously. Put simply, Virginia West is fun. And you can dance to it.

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towns; she’s from Cameron, West Virginia (population 871), and he’s from Whitewood, Virginia (population 485), in Buchanan County. The band’s name pays homage to their humble, country communities, where Toni taught herself the guitar and honed her skills with older musicians at square dances held in an old, one-room schoolhouse.

Later she would earn her Bachelor’s degree in Traditional Bluegrass Music from Glenville State College. KT is a graduate of the East Tennessee State University Appalachian Studies program and performed in the school’s Celtic and Country Pride bands.

I met Toni when she came to work at the Birthplace of Country Music (BCM) last year. She was first hired as front line staff at the Birthplace of Country Music Museum and production assistant at WBCM Radio Bristol. She started her own WBCM Radio Bristol show, Mountain Song & Story, and now holds the title of Grants Coordinator for the organization. To say she’s a valued member of the team is an understatement. Last year she invited me and some co-workers to a honky-tonk night she was hosting at Bloom Café & Listening Room, where she would open for a lineup of three acts; that was the first time I saw Virginia West perform, and I hate to sound cheesy, but I thought they were the cutest thing ever.

Toni and KT rekindled my love for those old-school country duets somethin’ fierce.

CTB: How did you two meet?

TD: KT and I really actually met through music. Both being in college music programs, we wound up knowing a lot of the same people. In fact, before we met, I was actually watching Song of the Mountains on PBS and saw KT performing. I remember thinking to myself, “I really love the song he’s singing; I think I should know this person.” Weird! I ended up moving down from West Virginia in early 2018 for my current job at the Birthplace of Country Music, and the rest is history!

CTB: What are your influences?

TD: Where do I start! We are both influenced by so much music, not just country and traditional music. We’re really inspired by country, western, and old-time sounds that are connected to this area, and that’s also seen in our name—taking Appalachian sounds from this region in a westward direction.

For us, Virginia West is a way to enjoy making music together and satisfies our interests in songwriting and song catching.

Some of our early influences include Patsy Cline, Hank Williams, Les Paul and Mary Ford, Willie Nelson, Dave Rawlings, and Gillian Welch, as well as more eccentric swing acts like Squirrel Nut Zippers, Bob Wills, Cab Calloway, Red Stick Ramblers, and Asleep at the Wheel. We have also recently become fascinated and inspired by jazz standards. As a duo we’re both really inspired by dance-friendly swing numbers, and our music follows a simple set-up combining rhythm guitar and tight vocal harmonies. When I first began learning guitar chords, I stumbled upon the fingerpicking styles of Chet Adkins (swoon) and, of course, the legendary Mother Maybelle Carter (double swoon). Between the both of us, KT and I have so many musical icons and inspirations to pull from. It’s always exciting to see what we’ll discover next.

CTB: What can fans expect to experience at a Virginia West show?

TD: If you catch us as a duo, you can expect to hear a wide range of songs, from old country and jazz standards to our own eclectic originals. Our full band sets feature The Country

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Club, and you can expect to spend most of the night on the dance floor (if you’re the dancing type, that is). We try to cultivate a lively dance hall atmosphere to our ensemble shows. The whole goal is to get people out there moving and having a good time.

CTB: Let’s talk about your show, Mountain Song & Story, on Radio Bristol. You take on a number of really fascinating topics. What are some of your favorite episodes so far?

TD: My program on Radio Bristol has been on the air for just over a year, and it’s one of my favorite parts about working at BCM! It tells the tales and folklore of the people who make up the rich cultural tapestry of Central Appalachia. One segment features interviews with the people of Appalachia—including artisans, musicians, craftspeople, and those who are striving to make a difference in the region. Each week I feature a theme relating to Appalachian culture and play songs and stories all about the topic. So far, show themes include hound dogs, square dancing, Appalachian murder ballads, the Moon, Appalachian Jack Tales, bears, quilting, and, my personal favorite, gravy (featuring an interview with Bristol native June Marshall, continued on next page voicemagazineforwomen.com | September 2019 | 15

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We couldn’t talk about pie and not offer up this heirloom recipe! From Toni Doman’s grandma’s kitchen to yours!

2 cups of flour 1 tablespoon of salt ⅔ cup of shortening ¼ cup of cold water 16 ounce can of cherries (about 2–4 cups of fresh cherries, pitted) 1 cup of sugar 1 teaspoon of milk Instructions for pie crust: In a mixing bowl, stir together all dry ingredients. Then add shortening to flour, cutting in with fork and gently mixing together. Gently work in the cold water until it holds all together. If it’s dry, it may need a little more water.

Using a rolling pin, roll out the dough between a few sheets of waxed paper or a lightly floured board or countertop. Fit in pan. You will roll out two crusts, one for the top and bottom.

Instructions for pie filling: If using fresh cherries, pit and remove seeds. Cook them down with a little bit of water, a little bit of sugar, and cornstarch to thicken them. Again, don’t really know how much to tell you here; my grandma says, “just until it looks right.” You can add almond flavoring or honey to sweeten them up if need be. If using canned cherries, no need to cook them down.

Place filling in bottom crust and seal with the top. You can use either water or milk to seal edges—crimp it down and make a vent in crust. Sprinkle loose sugar on the top before baking.

Bake at 400 degrees for approx. 45 min to an hour, or until golden brown. That’s it! *Note: Cherries in this recipe can be substituted for any other kind of fruit for a different fruit pie. Try it with blackberries or, my personal favorite, raspberries!

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who’s also a gravy expert). I’ve collected several interviews with artisans and interesting people over the past year, all with the goal of telling Appalachia’s story from the source. For me, it’s important to feature these interesting and sometimes lost or forgotten stories to a larger audience; I truly feel that in order to keep history and heritage alive, it needs to be shared with others to promote a greater understanding of this region. I’m always on the lookout for interesting tales—if you or someone you know has a story about this amazing region and you think it needs to be told, let me know!

CTB: You mentioned gravy; now let’s talk about your affinity for baking pie. It’s well-known around the office that it’s your fave.

TD: Ahhh, yes, now we’re talking! Pie! It’s probably my absolute favorite dessert and one of my favorite things to bake.

Recently on Radio Bristol’s Farm and Fun Time show, I was invited to do the Heirloom Recipe Segment, and I did a feature on my grandmother’s cherry pie.

I’m very inspired by my grandmother and her baking, which is where my love of pie originates from. Growing up with my grandmother, Helen Doman, I have a lot of memories of being in her kitchen and watching her make endless pies. Living next door, I spent most of my childhood days at her house. I grew up on a farm and have countless memories of picking berries with my Dad to take to my grandma’s house, where I’d watch the real magic begin. She would start by setting everything out in her spotless kitchen, then mix together ingredients to make the pie dough and roll it out. She’d make all kinds of pies from whatever was in season, from blackberry pie, raspberry, apple, peach, cherry—you name it, she can make it! A few years ago, for Christmas, I asked her to spend the next year writing down her recipes. Most of them just come from her head, so she often doesn’t measure anything or write anything down. All I wanted was just to have those recipes recorded;

if they don’t get written down, they may be lost. She wrote down some of her favorite everyday dishes in a small notebook that I use frequently to this day. I encourage this for everyone. If you have the chance to record your family’s recipes, it can become a treasured family heirloom.

CTB: Is Virginia West recording any original material soon?

TD: We have been writing quite a bit lately and hope to have a new single out by this fall—and a short EP by the end of the year.

CTB: Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion is Virginia West’s first big festival! How does that feel?

TD: We are more than thrilled to be a part of the official lineup for Bristol Rhythm and Roots Reunion this year!

It’s an honor and an incredible experience and opportunity for the both of us to be included. We are both connected to the region and both have a passion for history, so to be a small part of continuing the rich musical legacy in Bristol is a truly sensational experience!

To learn more about Virginia West and sample music, visit the band’s website at VirginiaWestBand.com. Be sure to follow them on Facebook @VirginiaWestBand. Fans will have two opportunities to see them at Bristol Rhythm; on Friday, Virginia West & The Country Club will perform a honky tonk and swing dance set at Shanghai Stage at 9:30 p.m. On Saturday, the duo will perform at Bloom at 2:00 p.m. Mountain Song & Story with Toni Doman airs on Thursdays at 4:00 p.m.

EST and can be accessed on WBCM Radio Bristol at 100.1 FM in the Bristol area, online at ListenRadioBristol.org, and through the station’s free mobile app.

The 19th annual Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion will be held on State Street in Historic Downtown Bristol, Tennessee-Virginia, September 20–22, 2019. Visit BristolRhythm.com for tickets and lineup information, and download the free festival app to create your own schedule!

"Who Am I" When Life Does Not Turn Out

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“And my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.” –Philippians 4:19 (NKJV) Interpretation: “And my God will meet all your needs according to His glorious riches in Christ Jesus.” –Philippians 4:19

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t’s not a stretch to say that most people have hopes and dreams for this life. I don’t personally know anyone who wants to live a bad life! I’ve never seen an advertisement for a seminar called “How to Have a Lousy Life,” have you? Still, for many Christ-followers, life doesn’t turn out the way they had hoped. Perhaps you have experienced the disappointment of dreams and goals that have gone unfulfilled. Life’s reality breaks through the front door of our lives—as an uninvited guest—and then must be dealt with as a new member of the family.

Let me share a personal example with you: some years ago, while in my early-forties, I had a heart attack. At the time, I was physically fit and had worked for years to minimize risk factors because of a family history of heart disease. My plans did not include dealing with heart disease during my forties, so my disappointment at this new reality of life hit me hard. Now, years later, although my life has regained its sense of balance, I live with the knowledge that in this life, I won’t have all that I wanted or envisioned.

I share this personal story with you because, like you, I am on the journey of being a Christ-follower, and the journey includes all of our life experiences—both good and bad. While we can’t have everything that we want, we can trust that God provides for what we need. God is in the business of providing opportunities for us to grow in faith daily. And it seems that these opportunities most often take the form of struggles and trials.

Painful life experiences may not be enjoyable, but they absolutely can be good and worthwhile if, in the midst of them, we allow ourselves to be molded into the likeness of Jesus! We are both able and responsible to choose our response to trials.

A time of trial forces a decision to be made, and our response, like facing a fork in the road, determines which road we take.

One road leads to despair and bitterness, and the other road leads to hope and developing Christ-like character.

Today, I encourage you to be mindful that we can’t always get what we want in life, but we can choose, even in the midst of disappointment, to trust that God will provide everything we need! Source: homeword.com

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id you know? There are 25 million chickens in the world, which gives them bragging rights as the most abundant bird species. September is National Chicken Month, and it’s a great time to try a new chicken recipe. According to the National Chicken Council, chicken is full of health benefits. When eaten Pam Blair without the skin, chicken is very lean.

It’s also carb-free and rich in vitamins B3 and B6, as well as two important minerals, phosphorus and selenium.

Why not try a chicken dish that checks all the boxes for a meal that’s family-friendly and company-ready? This one is easy to prepare, healthy, and delicious, and it just happens to be gluten-free. Make this recipe tonight, and you’ll be saying, “Winner, winner, chicken dinner!”

Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 30 minutes (total) Yield: 6–8 servings Ingredients • 2-1/2 lbs. chicken breasts or thighs, boneless & skinless • 1 large garlic clove, grated or finely chopped • 1 tsp. salt • Fresh ground black pepper, to taste • 1 medium onion, finely chopped • 8 ounces portobello mushrooms, chopped (brown mushrooms are more flavorful than white) • 2 large bell peppers, chopped (red and yellow or orange) • 2 tbsp. olive oil • 1 cup shredded mozzarella or other hard cheese, like Colby Jack Instructions 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. If using breasts, cut in half lengthwise. Coat a 13x9 baking dish with cooking spray or a little olive oil; add chicken, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat and spread chicken in a single layer. Cover with foil and bake for 20–25 minutes. If using chicken tenders, reduce the cooking time to 15–20 minutes.

2. Chicken is cooked when it’s pale and surrounded by clear juices, or when it reaches 165 degrees with a quick-read meat thermometer.

3. While the chicken is baking, heat a non-stick skillet on medium, add the olive oil, and swirl to coat the pan. Add onions and sauté for a few minutes, stirring occasionally.

Then add mushrooms and sauté for a few more minutes.

Finally, add bell peppers and sauté for 5 more minutes, stirring to combine everything. Adding the veggies one at a time prevents them from steaming and makes them more golden.

4. Remove chicken from the oven and turn broiler on high.

Top each piece of chicken with the vegetables, and then top with cheese. Broil for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.

5. Serve hot with rice, mashed potatoes, or zucchini spirals.

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Portobello Fajitas 3 large Portobello mushrooms (about ½ pound) 1 large sweet red pepper, cut into strips ½ large sweet onion, sliced ½ cup fat-free Italian salad dressing 2 tablespoons lime juice 4 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese Optional toppings: salsa, guacamole, and sour cream Instructions 1. Remove and discard stems from mushrooms; with a spoon, scrape and remove gills. Cut mushrooms into ½-in. slices and place in a large bowl. Add pepper and onion; drizzle with salad dressing and toss to coat. Let stand 10 minutes.

2. Transfer vegetables to a lightly greased grill wok or open grill basket; place on grill rack. Grill, covered, over medium-high heat 10-12 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally.

3. Drizzle vegetables with lime juice.

Serve with tortillas, cheese, and toppings as desired.

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Cheese and Mushroom Skillet Pizza 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon dried oregano ½ teaspoon salt 6 tablespoons water 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon olive oil, divided ½ cup pizza sauce 25 slices pepperoni 1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained 1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained 1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Instructions 1. Preheat broiler. In a small bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, oregano, and salt. Stir in water and 2 tablespoons oil to form a soft dough.

Turn onto a floured surface; knead 6-8 times. Roll into a 12-in. circle.

2. Brush bottom of a 12-in. ovenproof skillet with remaining oil; place over medium-high heat.Transfer dough to pan; cook 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Remove from heat. Spread with pizza sauce; top with pepperoni, mushrooms, olives, and cheese.

3. Broil 3-4 in. from heat 3-5 minutes or until cheese is melted.

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National Mushroom Month is celebrated each year throughout the month of September. During the time, the U.S. Depar tment of Agriculture takes advantage of the oppor tunity to educate people on the versatility mushrooms offer, including health benefits.

Scientifically, mushrooms belong to the fungi kingdom. Mushrooms contain a ton of nutrients. Because of this, mushrooms are an excellent source of vitamins. Eating mushrooms is a great way to naturally get copper, fiber, potassium, protein, selenium, vitamin B, and zinc into your body. As scientist continue to study mushrooms, there is hope to discover possible medicinal uses.

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Choose Your Battles

Depending on the severity of the dementia, your aging parent is aware their memory is not serving them efficiently. They grow frustrated and irritable when they cannot control the thoughts they once managed successBy Cindy Sproles fully. There comes a time when therapeutic fiblets are both appropriate and necessary. Therapeutic fiblets are he “golden years” of life should be those necessary lies that allow affected seniors to maina joyful and exciting time. If aging tain a high quality of life. Our nature pushes us to tell parents have planned well, their homes only the truth to our aging seniors. However, forcing are paid for, expenses are overall less, current information on a dementia patient who is menand this season of life should be a time tally living thirty years prior can force them into a state to relax and enjoy. But what happens of chaos. when the hopes and dreams of a well-planned retirement Quality of life is most important. It is vital that family shift? members understand that dementia is a progression.

According to the Institute for Dementia Research & Though simple word games and reading are good ways to Prevention, there are over “5 million individuals with help exercise and maintain the brain, they are not fixes. age-related dementias.” In an article from Helpguide.org, Learning to choose the important battles is necessary. dementia includes various symptoms, including memory Providing a stress-free environment becomes the primary loss, personality changes, and impaired intellectual func- goal so that patients are relaxed and comfortable. tions. Along with the decrease in memory, impaired judgAs loved ones slip deeper into themselves, recogniment, faulty reasoning, inappropriate behaviors, loss of tion fades and names seem to go to the wayside, but the communication skills, and disorientation accompany the love that they feel from a caring family never leaves. disease. All of these symptoms mean frustration for the • Develop good habits and routines early on, i.e. affected parent and the family members. putting the keys in the same bowl by the door It is still a mystery as to why our affected aging parents every time, using post-it notes for reminders, and become obstinate to those they love the most, but the key securing a personal emergency response button. to dealing with any form of dementia is learning to pick • Simplify choices by paring down clothing in your battles. Family members will continually correct closets or lessening dishes and kitchen utensils. facts for their seniors who deal with memory loss. For Rid the home of clutter. The fewer decisions that example, a senior may say, “Isn’t that yellow couch pillow must be made by your loved one, the better. beautiful?” when the pillow is actually blue. There’s no • Have an on-the-road driving evaluation made to need to correct the loved one, as the color of the pillow assure operating a vehicle is still a good choice. really doesn’t matter. The instinct to help the loved one • Chat with family and friends. This keeps the remember comes with good intentions. However, correctmind alert. Social interaction is vital to help ing a senior is frustrating and leads to agitation. maintain memory skills.

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n June of 2018, the deaths by suicide of two high-profile celebrities garnered substantial attention. Within days of each other, fashion designer Kate Spade and television host and author Anthony Bourdain took their own lives.

The deaths of Spade and Bourdain prompted many to inquire about suicide, its causes, and if there are any signs that might help them identify if a loved one is having suicidal thoughts. According to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, no single thing causes suicide. The AFSP notes that suicide is most often a byproduct of the convergence of stressors and health issues that, when coupled, create a sense of hopelessness and despair.

Depression and anxiety are two conditions most commonly associated with suicide. But the AFSP notes that most people who have been diagnosed with these conditions and actively manage them go on to engage in life. Undiagnosed depression and anxiety, as well as undiagnosed or unaddressed substance abuse, increase a person’s risk for suicide.

That’s why it’s so important for men, women, and young people to learn to recognize warning signs for suicide and put themselves in position to promptly address their own issues or those of a loved one.

SPEECH

The AFSP notes that people who take their own lives may speak about doing so prior to committing suicide. People should seek help if they, or a loved one, talks about feeling hopeless, having no reason to live, or being a burden to others.

People who speak of feeling trapped or feeling unbearable pain also may be exhibiting warning signs of suicide.

BEHAVIOR

Behavior, especially behavior that can be linked to a painful event, loss, or change, is another potential indicator that a person is having suicidal thoughts. Such behaviors include: • Increased use of alcohol or drugs • Looking for a way to end their lives, such as searching online for methods • Withdrawing from activities • Isolating from family and friends • Sleeping too much or too little • Visiting or calling people to say goodbye • Giving away prized possessions • Aggression • Fatigue

MOOD

Mood is alsos a potential indicator that a person might be having suicidal thoughts. In addition to depression and anxiety, people who are considering taking their own lives may exhibit a loss of interest in things they once enjoyed.

Irritability, humiliation, agitation/anger, and relief/sudden improvement are other moods the AFSP notes may be warning signs for suicide.

More information is available at www.afsp.org.

People who are in crisis or suspect a loved one may be in crisis are urged to call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255), or contact the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741.

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How to Talk to Children About Cancer N o parent wants to hear that their child has cancer, but such is the reality for thousands of parents each year. According to the nonprofit foundation CureSearch for Children’s Cancer, nearly 16,000 children are diagnosed with cancer each year.

Survival rates for childhood cancers have improved dramatically over the last half-century, increasing from just 10 percent to nearly 90 percent in that time period. Parents should be encouraged by such statistics, but many may still wonder how to speak to children about their cancer diagnosis. The National Cancer Institute notes that children will learn a lot from their parents’ tone of voice and facial expressions, so it’s important to remain calm when speaking to kids about cancer.

Openness and honesty are also important, as it will inspire children to trust and confide in their parents as they battle their illnesses. The NCI also notes that age-related suggestions may help parents speak with their children about cancer.

Less than one year old Children who are less than one year old won’t be capable of understanding they have a disease, so the NCI advises parents of such youngsters to comfort them by holding them and gently touching them. Skin-to-skin contact is ideal, and during treatment, parents can bring familiar items from home, such as toys or a blanket, to make kids feel more comfortable. Children less than one year old find their parents’ voices soothing, so speaking and singing to children during treatment sessions can comfort them as well.

bring along some items they can safely play with during treatment. In addition, let kids choose the flavor of their medicines when possible. Prepare kids ahead of time if treatment will involve something that hurts, such as an injection. Failing to prepare them in such instances may make them fearful and anxious throughout the rest of their treatments.

helps them heal, so such kids will likely want to cooperate when receiving treatment. Kids in this age group will want to know what to expect and will likely have many questions, so parents should try to have as many answers about their children’s disease as possible. Parents who are stumped by kids’ questions can look up answers together with their children.

3- to 5-year-olds

Teenagers

Help children in this age group better understand their treatment by asking doctors if kids can touch the models, machines, or supplies, including tubes and bandages, ahead of time.

Prepare kids beforehand for potentially painful parts of their treatment, and try to distract them by reading to them during procedures. Kids in this age group also may be comforted by holding a favorite toy or stuffed animal.

The NCI notes that teenagers who have been diagnosed with cancer may be preoccupied with how their disease has changed their lives and separated them from their friends. Parents can make an effort to ensure their teenage children stay as connected to their friends as possible. Teenagers also should be included in treatment decisions.

Parents can help children diagnosed with cancer understand their disease in various ways. More information is available at www.cancer.gov.

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Explaining Prostate Cancer Exams

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very three minutes, a man is diagnosed with prostate cancer. In fact, the disease is so common that one in nine men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during his lifetime. Fortunately, men have lots of tools at their disposal, including prostate cancer screenings, that can help them find prostate cancer in its earliest, most treatable stages.

The discussion surrounding prostate cancer screenings has changed in recent years. Whereas such screenings were once recommended for all men once they reached a certain age, the American Cancer Society now advises men to gather as much information as they can, including speaking with their physicians about the uncertainties and risks as well as the potential benefits of screenings, before making their decisions on their own.

There are two types of prostate exams that men can discuss with their physicians. The Prostate Cancer Foundation recommends men begin these discussions around the time they turn 50, or earlier for men with a family history of prostate cancer.

• DRE: During a digital rectal exam, or DRE, a doctor will lubricate a gloved finger and insert it into a patient’s rectum. The prostate is just in front of the rectum, and the DRE will let a doctor know if the prostate is enlarged or in irregular shape. Many men find the DRE uncomfortable, but the exam is brief and should not be painful.

• PSA test: The PSA test is a blood test that measures the level of prostate-specific antigen, or PSA, in the blood. PSA is a protein that’s naturally produced by the prostate. Rising PSA levels are often one of the

first signs of prostate cancer. However, the PCF notes that abnormally high PSA levels are not necessarily indicative of prostate cancer. So in order to fully evaluate the results of a PSA test, doctors will consider a patient’s age, the size of his prostate, previous PSA test results, and the patient’s medical history, including past and current medication use.

If test results show an irregularity or indicate an enlarged prostate, doctors may recommend repeating the tests after an interval of time. That’s because an enlarged prostate is not always indicative of prostate cancer, and sometimes it may just be symptomatic of a temporary condition that goes away before the next exam. If there are no causes for concern after an exam, doctors may advise repeating the tests at regular intervals of one to two years.

There are risks associated with prostate cancer screenings, and men should discuss these risks with their physicians and their families. More information is available at www.pcf.org.

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When Moles Are Worrisome

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According to the World Health Organization, one in every three cancers diagnosed is a skin cancer. As troubling as that may seem, it might not give the full picture as to the prevalence of skin cancer. The American Institute for Cancer Research notes that estimating skin cancer incidence is uniquely challenging because of the sheer volume of subtypes of skin cancer. The AICR says that non-melanoma skin cancer is often not tracked by cancer registries, and even when it is, many registrations are incomplete because most cases of non-melanoma skin cancer are successfully treated.

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kin cancer is one of the most pervasive types of cancer, and just about everyone is at risk of getting it. The American Cancer Society says that over the past 30 years, more people have had skin cancer than all other cancers combined.

Melanoma, while not the most common form of skin cancer, is the deadliest form of the disease. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, if melanoma is recognized and treated early, it is almost always curable. One way to detect melanoma early is to be aware of moles and new growths on the skin.

Brown spots, growths, and moles on the body are often harmless, but they may be indicative of skin cancer. Experts say that anyone who has more than 100 moles is at greater risk for melanoma than others. Knowing one’s skin and being aware of any changes is key to detecting skin cancer much more promptly.

Understanding the ABCDE’s of detecting melanoma and the “Ugly Duckling” sign are important strategies for detecting skin cancer. Here’s what a person should know.

Ugly Duckling sign This concept was introduced in 1998 and relates to the observation that nevi, or moles, on the body tend to look like one another — much like all the ducklings in a flock will resemble one another. However, a mole that is unlike the other, or an “ugly duckling,” may indicate the presence of melanoma. Nevi may present in different patterns, which are deemed “normal” to a particular person. An outlier, or a mole that doesn’t fit the pattern, could raise a red flag.

The outlier may be darker than surrounding moles or it may be smaller.

ABCDE The Ugly Duckling sign is often used with another diagnostic tool called ABCDE. This is an acronym for the detection steps: Asymmetry, Border, Color, Diameter, and Evolving.

• Asymmetry: If an imaginary line is drawn through the middle of the mole and the two halves of the mole do not match up, this could be a warning sign. Normal spots tend to be symmetrical.

• Border: The borders of early melanoma tend to be jagged or notched, while regular moles have even borders.

• Color: A mole with multiple colors might be melanoma.

• Diameter: Melanomas tend to be larger than the diameter of a pencil eraser. Large spots should be investigated.

• Evolving: If a mole starts to change all of a sudden by growing or changing color, or even if it simply feels different, see a doctor.

• “When in doubt, check it out” can be applied to detecting skin cancer.

It is better to be safe than sorry, especially when considering that early detection can save lives in the event of melanoma.

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