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52 Sports Injuries featuring Physician Alex Diamond

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55 A Different Face to Long-Term Care

ON THE COVER This months Health & Wellness cover features students Natalie Delval, Desiree Blakemore, Jarrett Shiavone, Sasha Street and Mackenzie Strickland of Gallatin High School. They are ready for the football season!

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Your Charitable Self The Hendersonville Arts Council Up the Road Labor Day Road Trips Your Community Partner TriStar Hendersonville Days Gone By Cragfont Mansion In Your Backyard The Grape Stomp at Sumner Crest Winery Your Education Scheduling Children Like Adults Your Kids with Ginger Jones

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It Takes A Village Dear Reader,

As summer draws to a close, we all begin setting up our tighter, more jam-packed schedules. We gather all the school supplies. We do the back to school check-ups.

We ponder our holiday plans (just for a second). We think about those cute suede boots we want as soon as the first chill of fall appears, and we just, in general, start shifting our brains from the summer slower pace into the next phase of the year.

As the children head back to school, we, as adults, continue our normal day to day, but with carpooling, after school activities and plenty of homework to added back to our plate. Anyone with a family knows, there are days when the ability to get it all done can seem daunting. It can seem super human sometimes.

I know that just when I am about to break, someone always seems to appear in my rearview ready to provide support, a shoulder, some childcare, some wine…. In general, support. I knew long before I was a mom (and yes I did read the book over a decade ago), that to raise a child, definitely does take a village. I can’t imagine anyone, no matter your political affiliation, disagreeing.

If I didn’t have family, friends and extended help to conquer some days, I think I might be in a ball in the bed with a starving, dirty child running around my disaster of a house. Just kidding. But in all seriousness, I applaud working dads and moms, parents of anymore than one child (one makes me think I have 20 sometimes), and I know that must be exponential!

I salute the grandparents, aunts and uncles, brothers, sisters, THOSE friends who are family too, and who all pitch in and help each other raise and nurture their families. I love my village. I would not survive without my village. And my daughter? Well she will be a better person for having many, many different, incredible and loving people in her life and in her upbringing.

So dust off the backpacks; sharpen the pencils; and cut the crusts off those pb&j’s. School’s back in session, and life returns to normal. The sweet summer has rolled on by yet again. Sigh.

Shelly Robertson Birdsong Publisher shelly@robertsonmediagroup.com

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Connie is a certified life coach that specializes in helping people love the life they have and from there, create the life they always envisioned. She will show readers ways to find peace and calm.

Katie is a graphic designer, photographer and stylist. She is the art director and creator of stylingmyeveryday.com, a food and lifestyle blog with a focus on styling, entertaining and DIY.

Ginger is a Speech-Language Pathologist and the owner of Jones Therapy Services, which provides speech-language, occupational, and physical therapy in 7 locations across Middle and East Tennessee.

JULIE JORGENSEN Beauty Junkie

Julie is our go-to gal for all things beauty - She scouts out the best deals and the best beauty tricks around. She treats readers to some hilarious insight into the world of what it takes to be fabulous!

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SOCIAL | White House Independence 5K Story & Photography by Erica Brown The city of White House recently hosted the 16th Annual Independence 5K. There were prizes in each category along with free 5K shirts and cups. Runners and walkers began at the White House greenway towards Veterans Memorial Trailhead and double backed around the Portland Road overpass, ending up at the White House High School Trailhead. Among the sponsors were Star Physical Therapy, Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation and Crossroads Medical Group.

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17th Annual Grape Stomp August 27, 2:30pm | Sumner Crest Winery

This family friendly event will have kids’ activities during the day, a contest to see who can make the most grape juice in a short time, sampling and then dancing in the evening. This is always a fun event! Get more information at sumnercrestwinery.com.

GET CONNECTED On July 20, we celebrated “Bone Vivant” - Ollie aka Ollie Pup’s 1st Birthday! He sure has brought a lot of wonderful features in the magazine and a lot of love to the community! Happy Birthday, Ollie!

Hendersonville Arts Sunset Fest August 27, 5:30pm | Monthaven Mansion

The Hendersonville Arts Sunset Fest is a family friendly event that will include a photography exhibit, wine and brew tastings, an inflatable kids’ zone and live music. The event will take place rain or shine. Find out more at hendersonvillearts.org.

Farm, Fork & Cork August 28, 7pm | Historic Cragfont

The most widely anticipated event of the summer season, The Gala at Cragfont, will have party goers talking again for weeks! The Farm, Fork & Cork event will headline a scrumptious meal, a signature cocktail, a live auction and dancing. Learn more at cragfont.net.

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Every day, every shift change, local church members have been going to the Hendersonville Police Department and praying with officers before they start their shift.

SOCIAL | Third Thursday on Main

Story & Photography by Erica Brown The beginning of Third Thursday on Main definitely started with a lot of excitement and not just because of the music. High wind and an incoming storm forced the community to seek shelter at the direction of the Gallatin Police Department. Then, as soon as the storm blew in, it was over, and a beautiful rainbow remained. Everyone started coming out of their hiding spots, and what looked like an event that was over, turned into the biggest turnout of any of the local communities for the community concert series. While The Parks put on a great show to a large audience, businesses on the Square opened their doors for locals to explore. The next event is July 21st in Gallatin and will feature Gary Morris. These events are free and are hosted by the local Chamber of Commerce in each of our local cities. Come out and enjoy a night of free music! More info can be found on your local Chamber of Commerce Facebook page.

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Ken & Debbie Clemmons

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SOCIAL | Goodlettsville Independence Day Celebration Story & Photography by Haley Anthony The City of Goodlettsville celebrated Independence Day in MossWright Park. The event included music by the Goodlettsville Community Band, a variety of food vendors, children’s games, face painting, pony rides and more. An annual crowd favorite, Fireman’s Foam, was offered by the Goodlettsville Fire Department and provided amusement and relief from the heat to both children and adults. The Activity Zone had a climbing wall, Euro Bungee, giant slide, obstacle course and games like baseball and football toss.

The evening concluded with a giant fireworks display set to music.

This year’s show was sponsored by Impact Pyro, a Goodlettsville company, for the third year in a row. For more information on the city of Goodlettsville and its events, visit goodlettsville.gov.

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LIFESTYLE | Beauty Junkie

“WELL, WELL, WELL…”

BY JULIE JORGENSEN

What does “health and wellness” mean to y’all? To me, it’s the concept of doing all that I can to take care of my body, mind and soul.

I’ve witnessed, personally, the toll that stress, emotions and life in general can take on us if we don’t take care of ourselves. We all have our go-tos: a long run or a good workout, a trip to the spa, a good laugh with friends, etc.

But sometimes even that doesn’t cut it. More and more so-called “alternative” methods in the realm of health and wellness seem to emerge on an almost-daily basis. But, are any of them actually legit? Fret not, lovelies, as I am an eager and willing guinea pig for almost any treatment out there, if nothing else out of curiosity. I’m ready to school on my favorite routes to Destination Wellness.

Since it’s still summer (still, still summer…), and we are already sweating all the time, why not sweat out toxins and inflammation in the process? That’s exactly the idea behind a “sweat session” in an infrared sauna pod.

This ain’t your dad’s gym-sauna session, y’all: it’s no steam and all heat. The theory behind an infrared sauna focuses on the resonance created by far infrared waves. According to the Sweat House in Green Hills, “when far infrared waves are applied to water molecules, these molecules begin to vibrate.

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into account the popular theory of sweating it out, regardless of what “it” may be: an oncoming cold, a long and stressful week, that pesky hangover, what have you. After a basic sweat session, I can say that I felt relaxed and “lighter,” but Lord-a-mercy, was it hot. It was difficult for me to lie still in the pod during the standard thirty-minute session (I’m a little claustrophobic), what with all of the sweating.

I continued to sweat for about an hour after my session, so don’t plan on going anywhere immediately following a stay in the sauna pod. That said, I slept like a baby that night!

Should you decide to venture into the other end of the temperature spectrum, check out cryotherapy. Dating back the ‘70s, cryotherapy was originally used to treat people with rheumatoid arthritis to reduce inflammation. Contrary to a session in an infrared sauna, a cryotherapy visit entails just three minutes standing up in an octagonal-shaped chamber with one’s head and shoulders above the chamber. The temperature is lowered to a staggering -140 to -170 degrees for just three minutes. During that time, the skin’s temperature is lowered, which in turn sends signals to the brain to activate “healing resources,” including those that fight inflammation, speed up recovery from surgery and strenuous exercise, and assess parts of the body experiencing pain.

Upon the end of the session, the body immediately reheats, resulting in a surge of energy. My personal experience with “cryo” has been great. That said, do y’all think that three minutes of waiting on your microwave to reheat those leftovers is a long time? Stand in a cryotherapy chamber and get back to me. I wiggle, I dance, I curse, I may or may not call out to our good Lord letting Him know of just how freezing it is inside of that chamber, but just as I think I can’t stand it any longer, my session has finished. I can’t describe the rush that I feel once my session has concluded. Think of waking from a delicious nap and having a cup of coffee, or of riding the most awesome roller coaster ever. I feel alive and ready to take on the world (or, more likely, my workout)! Plenty of Preds, Sounds, and Titans players all love a good cryo session, which tells me what I

need to know when it comes to resetting the body and triggering a recovery response on a regular basis. And, frankly, there’s not a better way to beat the end-of summer heat (if that’s your thing), than quite literally posting up in downright arctic temps for a minute… or three.

Now that we’ve sweat our faces off and frozen half to death, who’s up for turning oneself into a pin cushion? Despite its aura of mystery, acupuncture isn’t nearly as scary as it may seem, and it’s fascinating. Based on the belief that energy flows through meridians in the body, acupuncture works via very thin needles inserted into your skin in various places to unblock the energy, or Qi (pronounced “chee”). Acupuncture has been utilized in China for centuries and is widely practiced in the US to address everything from stress to physical injuries to infertility.

Another surefire way to feel better quickly is a trip to the chiropractor. Many doctors go beyond basic chiropractic care to provide massage therapy and even medical nutritional counseling. You wouldn’t think that lightly rubbing a metal bar across tight muscles and tendons would make you cry without tears, but it worked!

As I mentioned earlier, there’s no shortage of methods and treatments to better one’s overall health. It’s just a matter of being open to trying new things and deciding what makes you feel the best. Thankfully, we live in an area that offers plenty! Here’s to being well, friends!

LIFESTYLE | Your Best Self

NOT FEELING GREAT? It Might Be What You’re Thinking.

Exercise regularly. Watch your diet. Get eight hours of sleep. Eat kale!

Most of us have a good idea of what we need to do to have a healthy body and where we fall short. We understand the correlation between good health and longevity. We know being physically fit will improve the quality of our lives.

The importance of our mental health, however, is probably not on the top of our “to do” lists. We may have a working knowledge of the mind/body connection to our wellbeing, but we are too busy managing our weight to worry about managing our minds. We aren’t conscious that what we think about and focus on is driving our feelings and ultimately our physical health. Tension headaches, tight shoulders or a bout of insomnia are common physical symptoms of negative emotions. As humans, we can’t (nor should we) have a positive reaction to everything, but we can start to cultivate an awareness around this topic and start reducing the negative impact our thinking creates. To start, we can stop doing the following:

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Stop thinking our circumstances are the cause of our feelings.

They’re not. Our interpretation of what happened is responsible for how we feel. We assign meaning to something based on our unique experiences, childhoods, insecurities, etc. It’s not what happens to us. It’s what we make it mean that causes discomfort, or not. A text doesn’t get answered right away. Your sister thinks it’s because the person is busy. You think it’s because they don’t like you. Neither person’s assessment is right or wrong, but your sister’s outlook on the situation will create a better feeling. Starting with awareness, we have the ability to alter how we view things. Changing or softening our thoughts is always available. Start practicing this skill on the small things to prepare you for life’s bigger challenges.

Stop negative self-talk. The way we talk to ourselves influences our self-esteem. Most of us aren’t aware of the negative mind chatter we bombard ourselves with on a daily basis. Start paying attention to the times we berate ourselves and figure out why. Start to cultivate self-compassion. How would you talk to your child or a friend in the same situation? Be that nice to yourself!

Stop worrying what other people think. We are all hard-wired to care about other people’s opinions, but if we find ourselves stuck in this mindset, it needs to be addressed. It is our job to like ourselves.

Outsourcing our happiness to others opinions (even those we care about) is a recipe for disappointment. This isn’t permission for us to do be self-absorbed or behave badly. It is permission for us to show up honestly in our own lives and not be derailed by what other people think. Remember, you might be the biggest, juiciest peach, but there is somebody that doesn’t like peaches. And that’s OK! Be you. No apologies.

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LIFESTYLE | Effortless Style

Ways to Stay

CALVIN KLEIN DEEP V-NECK SHIFT DRESS This Calvin Klein shift dress in spicy orange is a perfect dress for this time of year. Wear it now with a black sandal or strappy heel. Later in the fall season, wear it with a pair of black ankle booties, and add a black moto jacket if you need a warm layer!

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BY KATIE RUSHTON

School is back in session this month, which means a lot of us are back in the grind of everyday life! The start of school brings on the excitement of fall. Football is around the corner. Fall foliage and cooler temps aren’t too far behind, and then of course there’s Halloween! As we start to drift into fall, it’s hard not to also think about fall fashion. Boots and sweaters in rich fall colors await us. There’s only one problem. It’s still super hot outside!

LAUREN RALPH LAUREN JERSEY A-LINE DRESS The jersey knit fabric of this dress makes it a perfect go-to for now.

Wear now with a pair of black open toe ankle boots and a long statement necklace. Later in the fall, take it up a notch by pairing it with some black heels and a statement earring or a pair of black ankle booties (with a taller heel). Layer on a black jacket for cooler weather days.

Since we know no one wants to wait until it’s cold out to wear our fall wardrobe, we wanted to share with you one of our favorite pieces for transitioning into fall…a lightweight dress. A dress, in a lightweight fabric, is a perfect piece for this time of year, and there are already several great options in stores that can work now and that can also work later in the fall season.

CALVIN KLEIN LEOPARD PRINTED SHIFT DRESS Animal print is a classic print that can be worn year around, and this particular dress is a perfect option.

This dress can be worn casually or dressed up for the occasion. It’s also a great go-to for the office. To wear now with, pair with a sandal or ballet flat. Later in the fall, this dress can be worn with heels and a blazer or with a great ankle boot for a more edgy look.

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ANNE KLEIN PRINTED A-LINE DRESS The print on this dress if fall perfection! However, the lightweight fabric makes it a great dress for wearing now. To wear now, pair it with a tan heel or strappy sandal.

This dress would also work great with a denim jacket layered over it!

For later in the season, pair this dress with black tights and black heels or ankle booties.

LIFESTYLE | Happily Ever After

Grace Burris & Matt Martino HENDERSONVILLE

BY HOLLIE DEESE

When Beech Elementary music teacher Grace Burris went on her first blind date with Matt Martino, director of operations for Chick-fil-A Glenbrook, in May 2015, she was blown away by all the effort he put in to make the night amazing, including dinner downtown at the Spaghetti Factory and dessert at the Melting Pot. But she was even more shocked when three months later he recreated the same magical evening with one major addition – an engagement ring served up on a plate with “Will You Marry Me?” written in chocolate.

“I must have said ‘Oh my goodness’ 150 times,” she says. “Everybody at The Melting Pot was so excited, and then we went on a carriage ride in downtown Nashville. Then, on our way home we had to go by McDonald’s because he was very hungry!”

On June 11, 2016 the Hendersonville residents tied the knot at the Barn on Willis Branch in Goodlettsville in a wildflower-filled rustic event that featured a heartwarming solo by one of Grace’s students singing “So This is Love” from Cinderella.

“This year will be my ninth year as an elementary music teacher, which is something that I’m hugely passionate about, and so I really wanted to honor that, and to have something of that in our wedding,” she says.

As for knowing Matt, 38, was the one after such a short time dating, Grace, 30, can only say it happened just like everyone always said it would – when you know, you know.

“I knew I wanted to wait until I found the man God had picked out for me, and I had kind of a long list of things that I wanted in a man,” she says. “A couple of months before I met Matt, I was talking with my parents, telling them what I was looking for. My dad said, ‘Grace, you are never going to find somebody that meets all of those things. That doesn’t exist.’

Three months later, here came Matt, and it was just a blessing. He was everything that I had wanted and everything that I needed.”

Grace Burris & Matt Martino June 11, 2016 at The Barn On Willis Branch Road Photos: Anjeanette Illustration Photography Attire: Bridal Warehouse, Men’s Wearhouse, David’s Bridal The caterer: Chick-Fil-A Glenbrook Hair: Southern Roots Salon Event planner: Tammie Giles Music: TCOB Productions First song: “If You Could See What I See” by Steven Curtis Chapman and Geoff Moore

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Fall’s First Impression JACK ANDERSON’S KINDERGARTEN TEACHERS SHOW OFF BACK-TO-SCHOOL STYLE

Styled by Effortless Style Photography by Andrea Davis There is nothing like experiencing school for the first time as a small Kindergartener. These teachers know it takes a special touch to keep them engaged, all while staying comfortable and stylish. They try on fall’s best back-to-school looks that work just right for the classroom, and beyond.

All styles can be found at Belk department store and at belk.com Belk - Sumner County 555 Village Green Drive Gallatin, TN 37066 Thank you to Jack Anderson Elementary for being our wonderful backdrop for our shoot.

ASHLEY WARNEMONT

Ashley teaches Kindergarten at Jack Anderson Elementary and is a Teacher Leader. In this bright look, Ashley shows off a Michael Kors Double Layer V-Neck Top in White with a fun Michael Kors Printed A-Line Skirt in Citrus, completed with an Erica Lyons Chambray’d Bars & Oval Pendant Necklace.

“I’m blessed to teach Kindergarten. I get the chance to watch these little learners come in with wide eyes and an excitement to learn. Their growth, in that one year, is incredible and watching the transformation happen, the love for learning blossom, is honestly the greatest thing about my students. Also, the things Kindergarteners say - it’s never boring!”

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LIFESTYLE | Fashionable You

ASHLEY WARNEMONT

Here, Ashley has on an Eileen Fisher Organic Linen Bateau Boxy Top in Yarrow paired with Eileen Fisher Crop Woven Wide Leg Pants and Lucky Brand Jewelry Abalone Shell Layered Necklace.

CASIE LEHMAN

Casie is a Kindergarten teacher at Jack Anderson Elementary. Here, she looks vibrant and comfortable in this State Fit & Flare Pleated Dress in Horizon Pink.

“I love seeing the ‘light bulb’ go off when they understand a certain skill.

The excitement on their face is priceless. I also love how much they love me. They are so excited to come to school and see their teacher every morning! Every day is different in Kindergarten!”

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LIFESTYLE | Fashionable You

CASIE LEHMAN

In this look, Casie is stylish in a Karen Kane Sagebrush Maggie Trapeze Dress and Trina Turk Chevron Pendant Necklace.

SHELBY PAGE

Shelby is a Kindergarten teacher at Jack Anderson Elementary. She looks ready to start the school year in this Vince Camuto Floral Asymmetrical Ruffle Hem Blouse paired with a Vince Camuto Pin Dot Midi Pencil Skirt.

“I love working with kids! My favorite part of the beginning of school is getting to meet all my new kids and experiencing their excitement for their first year of school. I love their joy of learning and also their honesty! Little kids have the best sense of humor.”

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SOCIAL | Songwriters Night Story & Photography by Erica Brown Historic Rock Castle hosted Songwriters Night in July. The event is to highlight local area songwriters and high school students. Director of Music Sam Gilbert and President of Rock Castle Jennifer Flanagan work together to host the event to bring awareness to local Sumner County artists and musicians. Songwriter’s night is the perfect date night or family night with the lake in the background, while the sun is setting in the distance. Tables and chairs are set out for you to bring your own tablecloth, dinner, snacks and enjoy a bottle of wine. They also have food vendors, if you forget to bring your own! Mark your calendars for August 20th the next event. For more information, go to historicrockcastle.com.

Canyon & Toren Gilbert

Katie St. Francis, Jill Berry & Kelly Brandon

Summer Cottrell & Kenneth Hampton

Gina, Jason, Brooke & Rush Lakatos

Dan, Gavin, Rylee & April Peters

Tommy, Jenny & Lynlee Decker

Sara & Nate Towne

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COMMUNITY | Your Charitable Self

THE HENDERSONVILLE ARTS COUNCIL

BY HOLLIE DEESE

The council, which has been nominated for the Governor’s Award in Arts Leadership, aims to increase opportunity through the arts and to engage the community by creating, educating, and promoting global arts and culture throughout middle Tennessee.

“We provide opportunities for the community to build the leadership skills necessary for future fulfilling careers,” says Daniel Titcomb, executive director of the Friends of the Hendersonville Arts Council. “University studies and tech business surveys concluded that creativity is the most important leadership competency for future careers and that children who engage in the arts have a significantly higher success rate in areas of innovation, entrepreneurship, and business ownership.”

That is the motivation behind their nine-month Arts After School program, eight different student art camps and classes for the adult community. The council also regularly partners with local area nonprofits like VSA Tennessee and Project 22, as well as area businesses for producing community programs, provides annual exhibiting opportunities in their five-parlor art gallery to local art students, provides additional employment, granting opportunities and cash awards to Sumner County school teachers and even regularly speaks to local community organizations like the General Federation Women’s Club and the City of Hendersonville Board of Mayor Alderman about the importance of the arts.

“The arts improve business, drive tourism, have social impact, improve healthcare, promote prosperity, strengthen the economy, improve academic performance and spark innovation,” he says.”

The council also manages the interior of historic Monthaven Mansion, taking care of light custodial duties, while the City of Hendersonville takes care of the exterior and more intense rehab projects.

“Because it is such a large house, and our budget is limited, we cannot afford regular housekeepers, so we rely on volunteers to help with the upkeep,” Titcomb says. “We formed a partnership with Tennessee Alliance and Tennessee Promise for college kids to fulfill their community service hour requirement with us.”

Additionally, if one receives a traffic violation in Hendersonville, the judge will offer the offender to perform community service at one of ten different places, including the Arts Council.

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GALLERY SHOWCASES CULTURAL DIVERSITY Titcomb says the onsite gallery rotates innovative and culturally diverse art every 6-8 weeks, and this year they hosted the first ever exhibit exclusively dedicated to Black History Month, which will now be a new annual exhibit every February. The exhibit featured artists who own Nashville art galleries, multiple art professors and curators from Fisk and Tennessee State Universities, as well as high profile artists in middle Tennessee.

“Also this year we hosted our 40th annual Best of Sumner County Student Art Show, which featured the best art from twelve Sumner County school programs,” Titcomb says. “It was judged by Nashville Arts magazine, and over $2,000 in awards were given to students and teachers.”

In August, they are hosting a photography exhibit, then SeptemberOctober is local Sumner County fine art from Monthaven Arts Society. And, starting in November, an exhibit featuring middle Tennessee contemporary artists will be curated by Zeitgeist Gallery.

SUNSET FEST, AN EVENING OF JAZZ AND WINE Titcomb says the council has been producing a summer concert series for the past decade but this year, instead of featuring one different performer every month, they decided to combine some of their most talented performers for one show, when the weather is hopefully a bit cooler.

The upcoming Sunset Fest on August 27th will be an evening of music on the lawn of Monthaven with performances from Hendersonville’s Vintage Mandolin Trio, featuring mandolinist Rob Haines, mandocellist John Hedgecoth and guitarist William Tiger Fitzhugh; vocalist Annie Sellick and her husband; and guitar virtuoso Stan Lassiter and his Trio Dee Force. The event is a fundraiser for the Hendersonville Arts Council, which manages historic Monthaven Mansion. The home recently got a fresh coat of exterior paint, and the artists will perform on the front porch.

Hendersonville Arts Council Sunset Festival Saturday, August 27, 5:30 -10 p.m.

Free for all ages, though a $10 ($20 for families) donation is suggested.

Live music includes Annie Sellick, Pat Bergeson, Stan Lassiter’s Trio Dee Force and the Vintage Mandolin Trio. Also featuring H.C.C. Photography exhibit and sale, a wine and gravity beer tasting from Center Point Liquors, and inflatable kid zone and more.

WANT TO VOLUNTEER? The arts council has a plethora of volunteer applications on site at the historic Monthaven and are always looking for more help. “Some of our best board members started out volunteering with us,” Titcomb says.

Volunteer applications are available at Monthaven Mansion in Hendersonville. Learn more at hendersonvillearts.org.

SOCIAL | Freedom Festival

Story & Photography by Erica Brown Hendersonville’s Freedom Festival was jam packed with great entertainment, a full baseball field of bounce houses, vendors, live auction and almost thirty minutes of beautiful fireworks. This was the first year the show was held at Drakes Creek Park, and it looks like that will be the tradition from now on! The crowd grew larger by the minute.

Even the creek that runs through the park was full of kayaks, and the trees were full of teenagers in their beloved Eno hammocks. The show was presented by The Hendersonville Chamber of Commerce. For more information, go to hendersonvillechamber.com.

Rilynn & Sterling Harley

Skyleigh & Drew Conrad

Kristen Bennett, Darby Carrico & Brinkley Bennett

Caylinne Webb & Channing Emmitt

Shelby Newton & Rachel Wheeler

Dylan Erwin & Gaylon Retledge

Georgiana Kennedy & Lucas Robinson

Ben, Nate & Allie Shingleton

Candace & Phaelan Shattles

Reese & Lexi Hudson, Audrey Merrill, Lyla, Rain & Khristie Hargrove

Vicky Anderson, Paige Anderson & Janet Bethea

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Abbey & Ella Kovalyesik

Jodie, Hunter & Michael Mihajlov

Kelly, Hannah & Everett Hoffman

Linda Hargrove, Khristie Hudson, Kelsie Hargrove & Cassie Hargrove

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COMMUNITY | Up the Road

Labor Day Road Trips

BY HOLLIE DEESE

Sure, the kids just got back to school after weeks of summer vacation, but it’s never too soon to plan that next family getaway. These quick road trips are just right for Labor Day weekend – packed with fun but not too far away to get back home at a moment’s notice.

CHATTANOOGA Distance from Nashville: 135 miles, 2 hour drive It’s almost as if the charming city was made for family getaways, with attractions that appeal to everyone from the outdoor enthusiast to budding marine biologist.

The revitalized riverfront has a 15-mile Riverwalk loaded with restaurants, riverboat, art shops and plenty of activities. You can even hope on some of the city’s bikes from Bike Share program to tool around town on. The Tennessee Aquarium has more than just amazing sea life, including interactive exhibits, so be sure to check out the hundreds of butterflies in the rooftop garden. And there is no age limit on good times to be had at Coolidge Park, with a water play fountain and 118-yearold carousel. Time for even more fun? Take the kids to the Creative Discovery Museum for the Lookout Tour that shows them an amazing view of downtown, or High Point Climbing and Fitness for outdoor adventure older kids will love.

LOUISVILLE, KY. Distance from Nashville: 175 miles, 2 hour, 45 minute drive Just along the Ohio River by the Indiana border, Louisville attracts families with a mix of sports history, outdoor attractions and even some artistic culture. The weekend before Labor Day the Speed Art Museum is airing the classic Albert Lamorisse film The Red Balloon (Le Ballon Rouge) in addition to their impressive 28 YOURSUMNER.COM | AUGUST 2016

array of exhibitions that includes pieces that go back more than 6,000 years. Switch gears for the animal lovers in the house at the Louisville Zoo where there are six geographic settings featured for more than 1,700 species of animals. Hop over to historic Joe Huber’s Family Farm and Restaurant (where kids eat free on Fridays) and fill up on from-scratch fare from the 8th generation of Hubers, like fried biscuits with apple butter. Later, teens will love checking out the Louisville Extreme Park and its standout 24-foot pipe, or even the Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory to learn more about the bat’s history and even come home with a personalized bat for each family member.

MEMPHIS Distance from Nashville: 210 miles, 3 hour, 15 minute drive Is a Tennessee childhood complete without watching the famous duck parade at the Peabody Hotel? Probably not, so hit up one of the daily marches that have been an institution since the 1930s, whether you’re staying on site or not. Continuing on the history theme, the National Civil Rights Museum is a must-stop. Newly renovated in 2014, the museum was built around the Lorraine Motel where Rev. Martin Luther King was assassinated and now features a replica of the court room where segregation in public schools was unconstitutional. For something a bit more lighthearted, the Children’s Museum of Memphis is ground zero for adventure and free play with indoor and outdoor exhibits and activities that can easily eat away half of the day. If there’s time, check out the recently updated Dome at the Sharpe Planetarium. The 145-seat theater-in-the-round immerses viewers with sound and visuals on a dome that is 50’ in diameter and reaches 32.5” offof-floor. In fact, the screen area is 3, 925 square feet, making it the largest projection screen in Memphis. Then, be sure to check out the Mud Island River Park, an immersive tribute to life on the Mississippi.

PIGEON FORGE Distance from Nashville: 215 miles, 3 ½ hour drive A weekend is not enough time to see it all in Pigeon Forge, so start with a day at the iconic Dollywood theme park, which not only caters to older kids and adults, but also thinks about tiny ones with plenty of rides made just for them – there’s even a little roller coaster for toddlers! After, take in one of the many dinner theater options, like the exciting Dolly Parton’s Lumberjack Adventure Dinner and Show that has real lumberjacks scaling trees and sawing logs while you eat and cheer on your team. A classic activity that takes families up the side of the mountain to play a little putt-putt is Hillbilly Golf, while right next door the latest attraction in the area, the one-mile Alpine Coaster, which sends families screaming around turns and curves down the longest downhill ride in the country. Want to see the mountains in a more serene setting? Head right into the Smoky Mountain National Park for trail hikes and creek walks at a slower pace, while those craving more speed can head over to Blake Jones Racing Center, touted as having the fastest go-karts in the whole county.

CINCINNATI, OHIO Distance from Nashville: 275 miles, 4 hour, 5 minute drive After the sun goes down, make sure to stop at the Cincinnati Observatory at the top of Mt. Lookout and look at the stars through the oldest public telescope in the country, considered the birthplace of American Astronomy. Also offering a great view is the Newport on the Levee, which not only offers a variety of activities and shopping opportunities, but is also the perfect place to watch boats go past along the Ohio River. Along the Levee is also the Newport Aquarium with sharks, exotic fish, crabs, local fish, penguins, otters and even the opportunity to pet stingrays and other sea creatures. And Kings Island, the largest amusement and water park in the Midwest, can really round out a weekend in Cincy. Teens can take turns riding the 5,282-foot, 80-mph Diamondback roller coaster or The Beast, which travels across a 35-acre site at 65 mph, while little kids can take in Planet Snoopy or the Dinosaurs Alive exhibit with 60 life-sized dinos spread across seven acres.

ASHEVILLE, N.C. Distance from Nashville: 295 miles, 4 hour, 20 minute drive First stop must be the iconic Biltmore Estate, America’s largest home built by George Vanderbilt on 8,000-acre estate. Completed in 1895, it remains one of the most prominent examples of architecture from the Gilded Age. Also embracing a bit of the past is the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad which takes passengers through a remote corner of western North Carolina into river gorges and through tunnels carved out of mountains with a variety of different excursions and packages. At Chimney Rock Park, hikers of all levels will love the variety of trails, including near the Devil’s Head balancing rock and 404-foot Hickory Nut Falls. The standout of course though is the 315-foot granite Chimney Rock. Accessible by elevator it provides amazing views of the park and surrounding land. For family members who prefer to avoid heights and keep their adventures closer to the ground Asheville’s Fun Depot has laser tag, go carts, and video games for some classic arcade fun.

ST. LOUIS, MO. Distance from Nashville: 310 miles, 4 ½ hour drive It wouldn’t really be a trip to St. Louis without visiting the Gateway Arch Riverfront, which offers up amazing views of the city 630 feet up in the air. Those who need to go higher can even book a helicopter tour to see the arch from above, which just celebrated a 50-year anniversary in 2015. Baseball fans will revel in the opportunity to see Busch Stadium up close on one of the arena’s tours, which are available year round and will appeal to more than just Cardinals fans with its access to the radio booth, dugout and field. At the playhouse City Museum, which is largely re-purposed architectural and industrial objects, it is an innovative mix of a children’s playground and architectural marvel innovation, where visitors are encouraged to play in the various exhibits. Later, stock up on sweets at The Candy Factory, then work off all the calories and excess sugar buzz at the Go Ape Treetop Adventure Course where zip lines and rope courses keep people on their toes, high off the ground.

PHOTO CREDITS: TENNESSEE AQUARIUM IN DOWNTOWN CHATTANOOGA COURTESY OF CHATTANOOGA CVB, COOLIDGE PARK INTERACTIVE WATER FOUNTAIN COURTESY OF CHATTANOOGA CVB, LOUISVILLE SLUGGER MUSEUM COURTESY OF HILLERICH & BRADSBY CO., NATIONAL CIVIL RIGHTS MUSEUM MONTGOMERY BUS EXHIBIT COURTESY OF NATIONAL CIVIL RIGHTS MUSEUM, CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF MEMPHIS COURTESY OF CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF MEMPHIS, DOLLYWOOD BARNSTORMER COURTESY OF DOLLYWOOD, CINCINNATI OBSERVATORY COURTESY OF CINCINNATI OBSERVATORY, KINGS ISLAND COURTESY OF KINGS ISLAND, BILTMORE ESTATE COURTESY OF THE BILTMORE COMPANY, GATEWAY ARCH COURTESY OF GATEWAY ARCH.

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COMMUNITY | Your Community Partner

SUMNER COUNTY GAINS QUALITY HEALTHCARE WITH TRISTAR

When it comes to exceptional healthcare in Sumner County, look no further than TriStar Hendersonville Medical Center which is a 148-bed facility providing quality healthcare to Sumner and surrounding counties for more than 35 years. Home of Middle Tennessee’s first da Vinci® Xi™ robotic surgical system, TriStar Hendersonville provides the latest technology in minimally invasive surgery.

The facility is the first Accredited Chest Pain Center in Sumner County and is a Certified Primary Stroke Center. The newly constructed Birth Center at TriStar Hendersonville features a six private room Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), spacious maternity suites and a lactation boutique for inpatient and outpatient breastfeeding services. For more information, call TriStar MedLine® at 615-342-1919. Visit us at TriStarHealth.com/Hendersonville, “Like” us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.

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SOCIAL | Bold Enough Rodeo Challenge Story & Photography by Kaila Maynard The Sumner County Anti-Drug Coalition and The Hedrick Rodeo recently hosted the Bold Enough Rodeo Challenge at the Triple Creek Park in Gallatin. The event featured Bronc Riding, Barrel Racing, Roping and even pony rides for the kids! It was a great event for friends and family of all ages. All proceeds went to benefit the Sumner County Anti-Drug Coalition. You can learn more about this event and the Anti-Drug Coalition at sumnercoalition.org.

Lillian Abernathy, Katie Brown, Kit Sinyard & Justin Sweatman-Weaver

Mike, Logan & Chantelle Mezias Hunter, Caden, Madison & Carolyn Mayes

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Megan & Fisher Ann Rinehart with Maverick

Katherine Carasipi, Kendyll Gutierrez & Vanessa Sheehan

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LIFESTYLE | Styling Your Everyday

Just Peachy SOUTHERN SUMMER’S SHINING STAR TAKES CENTER STAGE WITH TWO RECIPES TO WOW A CROWD

BY KATIE JACOBS

My family’s summer has been highlighted with trips to the Franklin Farmers’ Market, bringing home huge baskets of fresh produce and scouring the internet and magazines for recipes to use every last bunch of kale from my CSA. Weeknight dinners have become immersed with fresh tomatoes and basil straight from our garden - it’s hard to explain the pride that comes from growing your own food. While corn, tomatoes and okra are summertime treats, those Georgia peaches get me every time. There’s nothing quite like a perfectly ripened peach on a hot summer day.

Now, as summer draws to a close, I’m making the most of every last bite of those sweet summer peaches (before they’re gone for good!), eating them for breakfast on toast with ricotta cheese, for lunch in a Caprese Salad, for dinner with pork, and for dessert in these incredible Grilled Peach Sundaes.

Peach Caprese Salad This Peach Caprese Salad is summer’s quintessential dish. It highlights summer’s best bounty: Southern vine-ripened tomatoes, fresh Georgia peaches and basil from that herb pot on the patio that has grown exponentially in the last month.

Everyone loves a fresh Caprese salad. This Italian favorite is taken to a whole new level by the simple addition of sweet summer peaches.

Creamy mozzarella, sweet peaches, hearty tomatoes and crisp basil all compliment each other with a splash of balsamic vinegar and good olive oil followed by fresh cracked salt and pepper.

PEACH CAPRESE SALAD 4 whole ripe tomatoes, sliced thick 4 whole ripe peaches, sliced thick 12 ounces fresh Mozzarella, sliced thick Fresh basil leaves Olive oil, for drizzling Balsamic vinegar, for drizzling Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

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Arrange tomato, peach and mozzarella slices on a platter placing basil leaves between layers. Drizzle olive oil over the top of the salad, and then drizzle balsamic vinegar over salad, getting a little bit on each slice. End with a sprinkling of kosher salt and black pepper. Keep at room temperature (for up to an hour) until ready to serve.

Grilled Peach Sundaes with Pecans and Salted Bourbon-Caramel Sauce Grilling fruit brings out the natural sugars and adds a smokey sweet flavor to any dish. Plus it’s super simple, healthy and has that wow factor perfect for entertaining.

You can make the caramel sauce ahead of time, make some homemade vanilla ice cream (oh, sweet summertime) and throw the peaches on the grill, while everyone if finishing up dinner.

FOR THE SUNDAE: 4 ripe peaches 3 tablespoons canola oil sea salt toasted pecans vanilla ice cream

FOR THE CARAMEL: 1 cup sugar 1/4 cup water 2 tablespoons light corn syrup 3/4 cup heavy cream 4 tablespoons butter 1 teaspoon sea salt 1/4 cup bourbon

Cut the peaches in half and pit them. You can grill entire peach halves or cut them into wedges. Peeling the peaches isn’t necessary for the grill, but you certainly can peel them, if you like.

Brush the cut side of the peaches with canola oil. Sprinkle with salt.

Prepare a gas or charcoal grill to medium heat (you should be able to hold your hand about an inch above the cooking grate for 3 to 4 seconds). Cook the peaches on all cut sides until grill marks show (about 7 minutes) and the peaches are tender but not falling apart.

Make the caramel: Combine the sugar, water and corn syrup in a saucepan and bring to a low boil. Gently swirl the mixture in a circular motion (do not stir) and allow it to boil down until it is a deep amber caramel, at least 10 minutes.

Carefully whisk in the cream. Immediately whisk in the butter and continue to stir over low heat until mixture is smooth. Stir in salt and bourbon and whisk again. Remove from heat and allow to cool before using.

To assemble: Place peach halves in serving bowls or glasses; scoop ice cream into each pit, sprinkle with pecans and drizzle salted bourbon-caramel sauce.

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LIFESTYLE | The Lady Entertains

Host a Wine Tasting Party

The heat of the summer is officially upon us, and it’s a great time of the year to host more intimate indoor gatherings. For those who enjoy entertaining, it can be easy to slip into a routine of the same old monotonous dinner parties. I recently had the privilege of hosting my first wine tasting party and think it’s the perfect way to break up the dinner party funk. I used an awesome company that actually sends a host to your home to conduct the event and educate everyone about the wine. Unless you are a true wine expert, I would highly recommend going this route, as it is what sets this apart from simply hanging out with friends and drinking wine. Here are some other tips I picked up while planning this event: BY KRISTA EHRET

GET A FIRM RSVP. This isn’t the type of party where you want someone showing up unexpectedly or canceling last minute. Give your guests the date and time and ask that they please let you know yay or nay by a certain time. With the company that I used, you could only have up to twelve people. This is actually a great maximum number for that intimate vibe.

SEAT EVERYONE TOGETHER. Once you know how many will be in attendance, make sure you can all sit at the same table. Personally, I do not have a formal dining table for twelve people, so I brought in rented tables and chairs. This was actually fun, as it gave me the flexibility to truly style everything in a fun way.

CHEESE IT UP. I don’t think I’ve ever purchased as much cheese in one shopping trip as I did when prepping for this event.

While not the healthiest of snacks, almost every wine needed a certain type of cheese to bring out the flavor. My host sent over a list of exactly what food I needed to provide, and it was all very simple and easy to find. We also provided some extra snacks such as veggies, hummus and olives. However, we selected a slightly later time and let guests know that dinner wouldn’t be provided. This is an important detail so guests know to put a base layer of food in their tummies before arriving and the wine starts flowing.

DON’T FRET OVER THE STEMWARE. My host brought our wine glasses, which was super convenient. If you’re providing your own, don’t worry about having a different glass for each tasting, or even a white and red. If you start with the light wine and work your way to the dark, you can use the same glass throughout! The one tip that we received is that the type of glass does actually alter the taste of the wine, and crystal is the best choice.

CREATE A SMELL-FREE ZONE. I am an avid candle user.

I usually have at least one lit at all times. So when my host mentioned that it’s best to not use scented candles, I considered canceling. Not really, but it was definitely something I hadn’t considered. Apparently, certain aromas will affect the tasting experience.

It’s even best to not include any fragrant flowers in the centerpiece. Now you know!

The last great point about this type of party is that it’s not as expensive as it initially may seem. Don’t feel like you have to purchase vintage or really high-end bottles of wine. There are some great affordable options with lots of interesting notes to discover, which is really the point of the tasting. Cheers!

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MONTHLY| Your “Bone” Vivant

SOCIAL | Dog Daze of Sumner Story & Photography by Erica Brown The Holder Family Fun Center hosted Dog Daze of Sumner in July to raise funds to benefit the Humane Society of Sumner County.

Several local businesses donated gift baskets for a silent auction, and there was a raffle. The Van Brothers Band kept the event rocking with covers from several rock and roll bands. The Sumner County Humane Society is a nonprofit organization that provides temporary shelter, necessary medical attention and an avenue for the community to adopt their forever pets. A lot of the animals are given a second chance thru the Humane Society. When looking for a pet for your family, check there first. They also have a large selection of pet accessories that have been donated that you can purchase there for your furry friend. Visit sumnerhumane.org for more information.

Bone

Vivant

READing Paws HELPING KIDS LEARN TO LOVE READING....

4 PAWS AT A TIME Hello there, SC Dog Lovers!

Well, summer is coming to an end, and the kiddos are back in school.

I can’t believe it! I want to go to school with the kids, too! It sounds so fun. Some pups do get to go to school, and they have a very important job – helping children learn to read.

Mary Beth Duker & Cathy Folsom

Christie Cherry, Glenda Stone & Sandra Cherry

Pat Blake & Shirley Gebbes

Elaine O’Day

Jeff & Zora Warner

READing Paws is a program that helps make learning to read less scary, more fun and more achievable for children. They work to improve the literacy skills of children through the assistance of nationally registered therapy animal-owner/handler teams as literacy mentors. READing Paws is a nonprofit corporation. They are also the first affiliate program of R.E.A.D.® (Reading Education Assistance Dogs®), a program of Intermountain Therapy Animals® (ITA) of Salt Lake City, Utah, which was launched in 1999 as the first comprehensive literacy program built around the appealing idea of reading to dogs.

The therapy teams are all volunteers, and they go to schools, libraries and many other settings, as reading companions for children. The utilization of registered therapy teams is the foundation of READing Paws, in order to ensure that the animals have been trained and tested for health and safety, appropriate skills and temperament and have been insured for liability. Each team must complete a training course before they can be certified to do the visits, and they are evaluated every two years. The READing Paws program also makes sure that all participating teams have undergone national criminal background checks to ensure the safety of the children that they serve.

Over 5,000 Paws teams are actively involved in literacy programs throughout the nation; including Alabama, Florida, Georgia and Nevada, with 25 of the teams being right here in Middle Tennessee. The program is also in sixteen countries throughout Europe. How awesome is that?

You can learn more about READing Paws and get information about becoming a Paws volunteer team at readingpaws.org.

Wiggle bottom and slobbery smooches to you and yours!

Ollie Pup

Cathy Folson & Melissa Holmes

Ann Seybart

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COMMUNITY | Days Gone By

IT’S YOUR HISTORY CRAGFONT MANSION

BY HOLLIE DEESE

The frontier Cragfont mansion in Gallatin is one of the oldest homes in the area.

Work began on the home in 1798 and was complete in 1802, built on land grant property high on a limestone bluff overlooking Bledsoe Creek. The home of Gen. James Winchester, the stone structure was the work of stone masons and ship carpenter’s from Winchester’s home state of Maryland. Cragfont serves as the residence of the Winchester family - including his wife Susan Black and their 14 children - for more than 60 years.

“Gen. James Winchester was a Revolutionary War hero,” says Carlene Fox, president of Historic Cragfont. “He was in the War of 1812. He was the founder of Memphis, Tennessee. He was friends with Andrew Jackson and the Donaldsons.”

Winchester was Tennessee’s first speaker of the state Senate, elected in 1796. He represented Sumner County and gaveled the legislature into session for the first time.

During the War of 1812, Winchester and his son Marcus were held prisoner by the British for six months.

Winchester died in 1826, and two of his sons also went into politics later on. Marcus represented Shelby County as a House representative from 1851-1863, while Gallatin-based lawyer George represented Sumner County from 1853-1855.

One of Winchester’s daughters, Almira, married Alfred Royal Wynne and built the Castalian Springs home Wynnewood, now also owned by the state and open to tours.

“Those two houses have ties together,” Fox says of Wynnewood and Cragfont.

The Winchesters stopped residing in Cragfont in 1864 after matriarch Susan died, and the home fell into disrepair in the 1950s, after people stopped living there altogether. With the doors missing, the home was left open to the elements, including chickens roaming the rooms.

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According to a 1993 article in The Tennessean, the home was then abandoned

by Winchesters’ relatives and sold to the state in 1958 for $20,000. The site was turned over to the Sumner County Chapter of the Association for the Preservation of Tennessee and was reopened to the public for tours in 1962 after it was rehabbed.

Fox moved to Gallatin from the Midwest decades ago and as a fan of history was immediately taken by the beauty of Cragfont, a home so unlike what she saw growing up in central Indiana.

“I just have always loved old historical places. I read about it and knew it was out there, and that was before Fairview had been all developed too,” Fox says. “Then I researched the whole Castalian Springs area, and there’s just so much history for Middle Tennessee that began right there.”

Cragfont is one of the few Federal-style homes in the state and was called a “transition house” in a 1969 newspaper article describing its look reflective of the

stage between early log cabin period on the Tennessee frontier and the white-columned mansions built in the years leading up to the Civil War. The Historic Cragfont organization broke off from the APTA in the late 90s and works to raise money for the home in addition to the small grants they get from the state.

It’s not easy to maintain a structure that is north of 200 years old, so the annual Farm, Fork and Cork Gala aims to make up some of the maintenance cost. This will be the 39th year for the event.

“People like Juanita Gorley (former president of the Sumner County chapter of the APTA) and Annie Lou Perkins (former APTA spokesperson) were all part of the original group to realize that they were going to have to have some kind of fundraiser to generate money, and they used to call it A Summer Evening at Cragfont.”

It started as a garden party but each year it got more and more fancy. The event itself

underwent a rehab of its own in 2014 when a less formal, more fun version was introduced as a way to appeal to a new crowd of history buffs.

“Through the ‘90s and even clear up to 2012 it got real formal,” Fox says. “Fellas started wearing tuxes, there were a lot of gowns.

Then about three years ago the attendance fell off, and we decided that we needed to redo the whole thing. Farm-to-table events have become real popular, so we decided to go back to a much more casual event.”

Three years ago there were 400 people in attendance. Last year it was 500 and raised $14,000 for the upkeep of the home.

“It goes for everything from having to work on the pump to buying new lawnmowers,” Fox says. “We had a lot of rotted wood on some of the windows that we had to replace. Like anybody’s home, the upkeep’s a lot, and on older homes like that one is, it’s a whole lot.”

One future goal of Historic Cragfont is to bring back to life an old barn on the property. The state has been out to look at it to see what the renovations would entail to make it viable as an event space for weddings and events.

“We would love to have a raise-the-barn party, because that old barn is going to need a lot of work on it,” Fox says.

Farm, Fork and Cork Gala at Historic Cragfont Saturday, August 27 at 7 p.m.

Historic Cragfont, 200 Cragfont Road, Castalian Springs Tickets and more information at cragfont.net The evening’s meal will be served by Kate’s Catering, and the live entertainment is Rockin’ Pianos. A signature cocktail will be created just for the event with lemonade and Jack Daniel’s Honey whiskey. This year’s event will also include a live auction of experiences and items donated from friends of Cragfont.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY ZACH HARRISON PHOTOGRAPHY

COMMUNITY | In Your Backyard

The 17 Annual Grape Stomp at Sumner Crest Winery th

BY HOLLIE DEESE

If you’ve ever wondered what it would feel like to stomp juice from a pile of grapes, your opportunity is fast approaching. For this year’s 17th Annual Grape Stomp at Sumner Crest Winery in Portland, two tons of grapes are getting shipped in for the sole purpose of squishing.

In fact, the first three hours of the family-friendly event will be devoted to rewarding participants for their stomping skills with prizes and a unique experience.

“We give some prizes to who can stomp the most juice out of the grapes,” says Sherie Ellis, marketing and gift manager at Sumner Crest Winery. “And we do have a kids division, and the kids really seem to love it.”

After three hours of stomping, most people interested in participating will have a chance to do so, although there have been a few years where the demand has been too high because the free event has grown in popularity as kidfriendly activities have been added over the years.

“Everybody just brings their lawn chairs or blankets,” Ellis says.

“We have a dance floor and we kind of kick back, and after they stomp with their feet, then they’ll dance. The concert is always nice at night, and the band usually plays a little bit of everything, something that everybody can sing along to and knows.”

There is no charge for the stomp contest or the concert, and people may purchase and enjoy The 17th Annual a bottle of Sumner Crest wine on the lawn.

Grape Stomp However, no other alcohol is permitted. Food vendors will be on site, including plenty of Saturday, August 27 snacks, dips and Tennessee cheeses from the at 2:30 p.m. winery’s extensive gift shop, but everyone is Sumner Crest Winery welcome to bring a picnic lunch, too.

Sumnercrestwinery.com “By the end of the night, the lawn is 5306 S. Old Highway 52, completely packed, and it’s usually flowing over Portland into the parking lot too,” Ellis says. “We have 615-325-4086 a lot of customers that have come for years, but

“You’re welcome to bring your kids - it is not a barroom atmosphere at all,” Ellis says. “We give a donation to the Shriner’s Clowns to come and entertain, and it’s more of a family event than it used to be.”

Ellis says people come from all over middle Tennessee and many other states to spend the weekend for the stomp. “It’s really a big day for us” she says. “It’s probably our biggest day of the year.”

After the stomp, the Soul Soup Band will take the stage to perform

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from 6:30-9:30 p.m. covering classic songs from the 1960s through current hits on the radio.

then we have people that every year are coming for the first time and saying ‘I’ll be back.’”

And as for the juice created during the stomp, don’t expect to find it in next year’s vintage. After trying to use it once, years ago, it became clear it is just not worth the trouble.

“It’s just for fun and just having a good time with friends,” Ellis says. “Seeing it all happen, it’s just a nice atmosphere to be in.”

MONTHLY | Ms. Social Grace

Ms. Social Grace’s Guide to Being Nice Dear Ms. Social Grace:

Dear Nice in Hendersonville:

Our family is preparing for the school year, which begins the first week of August.

I applaud your daughter for wanting to be nice to her classmates. Here are a few suggestions:

Our youngest child will start in middle school, and and we’ve been talking about the issue of “bullying”. Our lovely child is excited about being nice in her classroom.

Keep the list the same.

As you know, the tween years are tough and being nice can sometimes be difficult.

I hope she enjoys her new adventure into middle school!

So, are there any things that we can do to help her prepare to be nice?

Have a great school year!

Respectfully, Nice in Hendersonville Ms. Social Grace uses several resources including the etiquette defining tomes of Miss Manners as a reference for all responses regarding appropriate behavior. You can get advice on questions of etiquette by writing to Ms. Social Grace at AskMs.SocialGrace@yourwilliamson.com.

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LIFESTYLE | From Our House to Yours

Welcome

THE STEWARTS

BY HOLLIE DEESE

The first time Lindsey Stewart, 26, and her husband walked into their Eagle Creek house in Gallatin, they knew they had found the place that would always be the first place they would remember as home.

“When we walked in the door it literally felt like home so much that my Mom and I got tears in our eyes,” she says. “It was so sweet because we ran into the previous owner and she actually said the same thing, that she walked in the door and she was like, ‘This is home.’ It just had a really nice, homey, welcoming feeling.”

The gut feeling made them decide to say no to a beautiful, openconcept townhouse with all the upgrades they were ready to make an offer on and instead go for the older option they would have to put some work into.

Built in 2000, the Stewarts purchased the home earlier this year in January from the first owners, a bit of history she loves that she will always be able to link with theirs.

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“They were a young couple there, and they raised their family there which was so sweet,” Stewart says.

Stewart grew up in Sumner County, after her family moved here when her father started a business with a family friend when she was a child. After college, she started teaching at Sumner Academy but left after the last school year to pursue a career in home design and has been steadily been busy building a clientele.

But, she has also had quite a bit of practice on their first house.

Finally able to experiment fully after five years of apartment living, she loves to open her home for loved ones to enjoy.

“It’s definitely a passion of mine, or it’s a growing passion,” she says. “I guess I really like making people feel relaxed and at ease and at home when they walk in the door. I think the feeling of being home is so important. Home should feel like a cozy sanctuary where you can just relax and be yourself and kick up your heels. I like to give everyone who comes over that feeling since we host a lot. That’s important to me.”

Stewart has repainted every room in the house, while adding her charming and totally affordable DIY touches everywhere, like reupholstering a prayer kneeler with remnant tablecloth fabric her dog Harley destroyed and clearance measuring tape ribbon.

“I have just been on a painting streak because I think it’s a really easy way to personalize the house,” she says. “It’s affordable if you’re willing to tape off and be meticulous, and it makes a big difference.”

And instead of re-tiling her backsplash right away, she just painted it white to give it a temporary subway-type feel to go with a daring and spontaneous kitchen makeover she took on one day to achieve a farmhouse look, even removing the doors off the cabinets.

“I liked the look of open shelving,” she says. “It was only like a few hours of time commitment, and I loved the change.”

And, because she has two dogs that she says destroy everything, the design in her house has to be indestructible, which is why the fact she has white couches shocks her guests, until she tells them her budget-friendly secret.

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“I actually chose white slipcovers,” she says. “Because they are cheap from Ikea, I can buy a whole new slip cover in case there is an emergency. In the meantime, if anything spills, I can bleach it. If they were suede or microfiber, I would have to really take care of it, and this one I can just rip it off and throw it in the washer. It’s really easy and low maintenance and easier to keep clean.”

The Stewarts have only lived in the home through two seasons, spring and summer, and Lindsey has had fun figuring out what all the greenery has been as it has bloomed or not in the yard after their winter move-in.

“Since we are new homeowners, we really didn’t know what was trees and what was dead, and so it was like really fun to see them sprout and bloom for the first time and come to life,” she says.

And she is especially looking forward to their first Christmas in the home this winter, not only because she is a huge fan of decorating for the holiday, but because her military husband will finally be home again to see all the work she has put in, while he has been deployed overseas, since they closed on the home.

“I am such a Christmas person,” she says. “I am really looking forward to welcoming him home. I like the idea of him coming home to changes and improvements.”

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I think the feeling of being home is so important. Home should feel like a cozy sanctuary where you can just relax and be yourself and kick up your heels.

SOCIAL | Parks Realty Ice Cream Social Parks Realty of Indian Lake held an Ice Cream Social this summer and raised money for Habitat Humanity of Sumner County.

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LIFESTYLE | 5 Sense Living

5

SENSE LIVING

DINING

HEALTHY RESTAURANT OPTIONS

Summer has a way of whispering sweet nothings to us about throwing caution to the wind, when it comes to eating right and staying healthy. But here’s the thing, staying healthy does not have to mean not going out or denying yourself delicious foods. We live right in the heart of a bursting culinary scene, and you can find palate pleasing nutritional choices.

THE SUNFLOWER CAFE IN BERRY HILL….BBQ SANDWICH The Sunflower Cafe is run by Kimber Saunders and her family, all who are lovers of food, the business of food and of health and wellness. Together they work with Chef Stephanie to create food that has no animal products, no cholesterol, no oil and mostly gluten free with soy free options, as well. Everything at this restaurant is vegan, unless you add cheese to it. But I promise you might not ever know. Their signature vegan BBQ recipe utilizes all of the flavors of traditional local Tennessee bbq sauce, their protein is rubbed with seasoning spices and then cooked to perfection and topped with an in house creamy coleslaw making each bite moist and delicious. You can get the bbq served in a whole wheat or spinach wrap or on a traditional whole wheat bun. I honestly couldn’t believe it wasn’t pork and can’t wait to get it again.

SWANEY SWIFT’S ON THE SQUARE IN GALLATIN….VEGGIE BURGER Enter a repurposed drug store, high ceilings, exposed pipes, long inviting retro bar and a vintage living room with Beach Boys music being piped in and sweet tea served in mason jars downstairs while craft beers and live music play upstairs on the weekends…it’s a high end burger joint with their mixologist specializing in milkshakes. They created The Tree Hugger because two of their daughters are vegetarians, and they know how difficult it is to find a choice for them that is tasty.

It’s a combination of quinoa and black beans combined with delicious spices and seared on the grill. Topped with sweet potato fries and drizzled with house made pesto mayo, it all sits upon a bun made from Provence Bakery in Nashville.

JUICE NASHVILLE Stephanie Waring was on a mission to heal when she began juicing. She went from having trouble getting out of bed to a juice mogul. Not only did she heal herself, she started on a journey that would turn her into a nationally recognized business owner. According to Stephanie, what makes them different is that they were the first to cold press juicing allowing their juices to retain more nutrients for absorption and to stay fresh longer (up to three days). Using the Norwalk press, and some creative juice mixology, they have created a tasty and healthy success story. I tried several juices and they were all tasty…they have some standards that you can get year round and some seasonal’s.

And you can mix and match them if you like. My favorite was the “heart beet” which blends orange, grapefruit, beets, apple and ginger and tastes like liquid candy. My daughter’s favorite was “sweet thang” which is watermelon, green apple and pineapple. Soak up life and wash it down with juice!

5 DAUGHTERS BAKERY 5 Daughters Bakery is found in both Franklin and the 12 South area. One might see this only as a devil’s den of confectionery pleasures and not a stop on the healthy train but oh contraire! The need for a healthy item on the menu grew due to one of Isaac and Stephanie Meek’s 5 daughters own gluten allergy, so they created the Paleo donut. They wanted to create a sweet treat that is also healthy. Paleo’s are made with no sugar, gluten, grain or dairy…sounds delicious right? Well I can tell you that I truly put them to the test and sampled them with my 12 year old daughter who came up with the word “decadent” to describe them. Her favorite was the Chocolate Orange. a moist chocolate donut glazed with a rich chocolate frosting and then topped with just a hint of orange zest which gives the donut an ever so slight citrus finish. My favorite was the S’more…a chocolate donut glazed in chocolate and topped with delicious cacao dusted marshmallows and then the bottom is coated with a graham crackeresque crumb. If you are looking for something to curb your sweet tooth but stay on the healthy wagon, it’s a must do.

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BUSINESS | Scoop

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JOINT EFFORT BETWEEN CITY AND CHAMBER PROVEN SUCCESSFUL The City of Goodlettsville and the Goodlettsville Area Chamber of Commerce recently joined together earlier this year to launch the Goodlettsville Ambassador Program. The program hosted its first training session in March and has since been going strong with 26 members who have already completed training. There are lifelong Goodlettsville residents in the group as well as people new to the area interested in becoming more involved in the community. This program is open to members of community organizations and others who would like to promote Goodlettsville in a unique and positive way. An Ambassador serves the community in a number of ways, including greeting the public at community events, promoting Goodlettsville during day-to-day activities, and assisting with managing projects based upon strengths and skills. Go to mygoodlettsville.com for more info.

CITY OF KINDNESS PROGRAM Park Place Retirement Community launched their “City of Kindness” initiative during a recent visit with Mayor Scott Foster at Park Place. Many of their residents not only receive care by the team of caregivers, but also from other valued professionals; such as Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Emergency Team Responders. In recognition of Park Place’s Hendersonville Area Chamber of Commerce’s Large Business of the Year Award, each month they will be rewarding these wonderful individuals with a gift card purchased from a locally owned Chamber business.

HENDERSONVILLE MEDICAL ANNOUNCES NEW CFO Jon Baker has been appointed chief financial officer of TriStar Hendersonville Medical Center.

Before coming to Hendersonville, Baker served as the division controller for TriStar Health, a comprehensive healthcare provider with facilities in Middle Tennessee, Southern Kentucky and northern Georgia, the release said. At TriStar Health, Baker worked closely with the HCA TriStar division chief financial officer to help 22 area hospitals add the latest treatments and technology to deliver the best care possible. Additionally, he has assisted with the establishment of three freestanding ERs and implementation of new services, including trauma care and wound care.

GAP INC. TO ADD 100 NEW JOBS IN GALLATIN Gap Inc. will expand its operations in Gallatin by creating more than 100 new jobs and investing $3.1 million over the next five years.

Most of the $3.1 million will go to technology upgrades at the campus on Gap Boulevard off Nashville Pike. The company is expanding its online fulfillment capabilities in Middle Tennessee, according to a news release. Located in Sumner County for nearly 20 years, Gap Inc. is one of Sumner County’s largest employers, with more than 750 workers. Gap operates more than 2.8 million square feet of distribution space in three warehouses in Gallatin, making the local center is one largest distribution facilities.

BUSINESS | Ribbon Cuttings

Ribbon Cuttings Congratulations to these new Sumner County businesses and Chamber members!

Green Chili Indian Restaurant 707 Rivergate Pkwy, Suite B Goodlettsville, TN 37072

Gallatin Greenway 210 Albert Gallatin Avenue Gallatin, TN 37066

Bledsoe Creek State Park Payground 400 Zieglers Fort Road Gallatin, TN 37066

Magnolia Home Gallery 117 French Street Goodlettsville, TN

Tennessee Flea 3012 Hwy 31 West White House, TN 37188

Tennessee Gymnastics Athletics Center 3511 Hwy 31 West White House, TN 37188

J & L Liquors 322 Hester Drive White House, TN 37188

Heroes Wanted Comics & Collectables 1190 Long Hollow Pike Gallatin, TN

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BUSINESS | We’re in the Money

TIME TO BE THANKFUL Given the recent things that have taken place in our country (police shootings, protest matchings, political debates, etc.), I found myself over the July 4th weekend realizing, even with all that’s going on, how fortunate we are to live in this country. The media is always promoting the negativity that is going on around us. I have small children that are asking questions about what’s going on, and it’s tough at times to maintain a positive outlook. Sound familiar?

One of our advisors, who is from the Philippines, wrote the following letter to her clients about what July 4th means to her and her family, and I wanted to share it here. The content speaks for itself.

Hello, Everyone. In the Philippines we celebrate July 4th as PhilippineAmerican Friendship day. During World War 2, my Grandfather and his youngest son were among the soldiers who marched with American soldiers during the famous ‘DEATH MARCH” of Bataan, while my Grandfather and his brother were guerrillas fighting the Japanese.

Thus, July 4th is celebrated in my family in a special way. When I was a child, we used to feast on SPAM, Corned Beef, and Tootsie Rolls as all of us Grandchildren listened as my Grandfathers or Uncles would take turns regaling us with their World War 2 escapades.

They always emphasized the kindness of their American comrades.

The story always ended with at least one of them in tears. As children we never could understand that. I have a vivid picture in my mind of my Grandfather chasing Japanese Soldiers with his long ‘BOLO’ (MACHETE). I thought my Grandfathers were crazy during these talks. Enough already! I just want my Tootsie Roll! As a child it was hard to understand the depth of pain and pride they felt from their WW2 experience.

As for me, every day is July 4th since the day I set foot in this country twenty-two years ago. I celebrate it with heartfelt Thanks! Thank you for the freedom. Thank you for the quality of life this adoptive country has afforded me. Thank you for the Freedom to live a beautiful life. Thank you that coming here was a vehicle to stop our family’s cycle of poverty.

As clients, I hold each one of you dear. I’m away from my family as I live the American Dream. So, each of you are my family now. I adopted you. And I say to you - Trust me, when I say the USA is the Greatest country in the whole, wide world. Believe me, when I say the ‘American Dream’ is not just a dream, it’s real. Let’s work together to keep it ALIVE! Enjoy this special weekend as we celebrate the 240th Birthday of our great country!

Let us help you with your American Dream. Feel free to give our Gallatin office a call at 615-461-8653, or check us out at paulwinkler.net. We can set up a free initial consultation to determine if our office can help you with your current situation.

Until next month, Jonathan

Jonathan Walker, CFP® Paul Winkler, Inc. Creating Confident Investors™ jonathan@paulwinkler.net 150 N. Water Ave. Gallatin, TN 37066 Tel: 615-461-8653 Fax: 615-851-4597

LIFESTYLE | Eat, Drink & Be Merry

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IN AWE OF

RAW

BY JIM AND CHERYL HAGY, OWNERS OF CHEF’S MARKET

Perhaps it’s the humid days in the South that seem to wane on, but there seems to be nothing quite like the fresh bounty of produce that inspires us to make no-cook meals in the summer. As the long summer days dwindle and your grill propane tank begins to run low, we wanted to share a few great raw recipes that will get you through the final heat wave. Each of these three recipes are healthy ways to use the great produce that’s available this time of year while doubling as dishes to throw in your kid’s lunchbox for quick, easy lunches as you adjust to the back-to-school grind.

This summer we’ve been eating a vegan diet, which has allowed us the opportunity to explore new recipes and utilize the freshest ingredients. One particular recipe we’ve loved all summer long is a raw pad thai that we affectionately call Rainbow Pad Thai for the appealing palate of colors its vegetable ingredients create. With the use of a spiralizer, you can create noodles from any fruit or vegetable. Some people are now calling these veggie noodles, commonly made from zucchini, “zoodles.” It’s a fun word to say, and the process is just as entertaining – a great way to involve your kids and pique their interest in eating their vegetables. Once you’ve made the spiral vegetable noodles from your pick of carrots, zucchini, squash and beets, you can toss the noodles with basil, scallions or even edamame before dressing it lightly with your homemade peanut sauce.

For extra servings of your fruits and vegetables, we’ve got fresh side dishes that pair nicely with the Pad Thai or can be served as an unexpected show stopper at any summer potluck. Our berry berry salad has been one of our restaurant diners’ favorites for many years, and we often incorporate it as a side dish for catered summer luncheons. Right now, blueberries are at their peak, which is reason enough to whip up a batch of cinnamon balsamic dressing to have in your fridge ready to dress the next pint you pick up. This dressing is light but excels at bringing out the natural sweetness of the berries. It’s easy to mix up in a mason jar and drizzle a small amount on fresh strawberries, blueberries, blackberries or raspberries.

RAINBOW PAD THAI INGREDIENTS 8 ounces prepared rice noodles (optional) 1 large zucchini 4 carrots, peeled 1 large yellow squash 1 beet 4 scallions, thinly sliced 1 small handful basil, chopped, plus extra for serving 1/2 cup of red cabbage, julienne cut 2 tablespoons black sesame seeds, plus extra for serving 4 slices of lime for garnish Cilantro, chopped for garnish PEANUT SAUCE: 1/2 cup peanut butter (adjust to allergies by choosing a different seed or nut butter) 4 tablespoons lime juice 2 tablespoons clear honey, preferably unheated 2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce 1 pinch ground cayenne pepper or more to taste 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger About 3 tablespoons water to thin PREPARATION Hydrate rice noodles per package directions.

Use a julienne peeler, mandolin, spiralizer or even a potato peeler to create noodles from the yellow squash, zucchini, beet and carrots.

Place veggie noodles in a bowl and add pasta and scallions.

Add basil and sesame seeds to the noodles and mix.

Stir together all the sauce ingredients in a separate bowl, adding more water if needed. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.

Pour sauce over the vegetables and toss to combine, making sure every single strand is covered in dressing.

Serve with a slice of lime, cilantro and sesame seeds.

While you are making vinaigrettes, go ahead and mix up another jar of our cilantro lime vinaigrette: the perfect garnish for our Corn and Avocado salad. You can use canned yellow shoepeg corn or grilled corn cut from the cob for a smokier flavor.

Paired with ripe avocado and grape tomatoes, it’ll quickly become a top-requested dish from your family. For those that aren’t a fan of the cilantro herb, consider trading it out for fresh basil instead. Either herb will have a great flavor with the citrus-based dressing. Enjoy!

Chef’s Market Catering & Restaurant is a full service catering company that continues to be celebrated as a leader in culinary skill and presentation, voted as Best Caterer in Nashville for the past five consecutive years. Chef’s Market offers catering and take-away options for both large and small events, from formal corporate galas to casual in-office gettogethers and outdoor affairs. Its Goodlettsville, Tenn. restaurant serves customer favorites for lunch and dinner Monday - Saturday. Visit chefsmarket.com for more information and menu selections.

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BERRY BERRY GOOD SALAD INGREDIENTS 1 pint capped and quartered strawberries 1 pint blueberries 1 pink blackberries 2 Tablespoons of cinnamon and balsamic vinaigrette* Wash and drain all berries. Gently toss with cinnamon balsamic vinaigrette.

CINNAMON AND BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE ½ cup balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 Tablespoon and 1 teaspoon honey Pinch of all spice 5 ounces canola oil Whisk together the first four ingredients. Beat in oil by droplets, whisking constantly; or place all the ingredients in a screw-top jar and shake to combine.

CORN AND AVOCADO SALAD INGREDIENTS 3 cups frozen corn, thawed 1 ½ cups packed fresh cilantro, chopped 1 pint grape tomatoes ½ cup chopped red onion 1 English cucumber, diced ½” cubes 2 limes, cut in half Zest of 1 lime 2 ripe Hass avocados, seeded, peeled, and ½-inch diced ½ cup good-quality extra-virgin olive oil 2 tsp Kosher salt 1 tsp fresh ground pepper PREPARATION Lay frozen corn on flat surface to thaw, and pat dry when thawing is complete.

Place corn in a large mixing bowl. Add grape tomatoes, onion, cucumbers and lightly toss.

In a small bowl, squeeze the juice from the limes, then whisk cilantro, olive oil, salt and pepper together in the juice.

Gently sprinkle avocados over the corn mixture and pour vinaigrette directly on avocados. Add lime zest, and toss well.

Refrigerate until ready to serve.

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FEATURE | Health & Wellness

BACK-TO-SCHOOL TIPS FOR GETTING KIDS TO BRUSH REGULARLY

Health & Wellness

Its time for another issue devoted to Health & Wellness. These two words encompass so many things. Whether it’s your physical well being, or something a little more spiritual; this issue is chock full of information to show you options on healthy eating decisions when dining out to the latest in robotic technology for surgeries. We are very lucky here in Sumner County to have first class health care available in our community hospitals – making the need to go to Nashville, or anywhere else, to receive incredible treatment options, virtually irrelevant.

So whether you have been contemplating acupuncture or wonder about the latest in long-term care planning, this issue is for you!

As the new school year moves near, many parents are left with the age-old struggle of how to get their child to brush their teeth regularly before heading off to the bus stop each day. The good news is that for those parents who put in the effort, their kids will usually develop good oral hygiene habits. Prior to the school year beginning, parents can start working on helping their child develop good daily brushing habits. “It’s important that parents get kids started young with good oral hygiene habits,” explains Dr. Bruno Sharp, a fourth-generation dentist who created a line of natural fluoride-free products called Dr. Sharp Dentistry, and is celebrating his 10th year as a Natural Oral Care provider. “For some families it may seem like a tall task, but it’s one that is important enough to keep working on.

Most kids will come around and stick with the habits that they are being taught.”

Here are some back-to-school tips for helping kids establish good morning oral hygiene habits: • Teach them why. Discuss the reasons why they need to brush regularly, so they know why they are doing it. You can make this easier and still keep it age-appropriate by picking up some kid’s books about brushing, too.

• Make it fun. When parents make brushing time fun, little kids are more likely to want to participate. Have a brushing song or fun routine that goes along with getting the job done each day.

• Give them rewards. Kids love to get rewards, even if it’s a sticker added to their sticker chart. Once they meet their brushing goals, take them to the store to pick out a book. This will help to keep reinforcing the habit.

• Praise their efforts. Rather than focusing on what they fall short of or miss, stick to keeping it positive and giving kudos for the parts they do well. They can always go back and improve areas missed, but positive reinforcement goes a long way.

• Help and hold accountable. Up until kids are around 8-9 years old, parents may need to keep going into the bathroom with them to ensure proper brushing is being done. While it may seem like a pain, it’s helping them to establish lifelong habits that will benefit them greatly in the long run.

For more information, visit the site at: www.drsharpcare.com.

Follow them on Facebook and Instagram @drsharpnaturaloralcare.

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FEATURE | Health & Wellness

Sports Injuries STUDENT ATHLETES FACE HEALTH CONCERNS THAT CAN HAVE LONG-TERM EFFECTS WITHOUT PROPER CARE

BY HOLLIE DEESE

As the medical director of the Program for Injury Prevention in Youth Sports at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and team physician for Vanderbilt University, the Nashville Predators and the Nashville Sounds, Alex Diamond is on the front lines of sports injuries daily.

He discusses the top concerns facing today’s young athletes and how coaches, parents and kids can work in concert to stay healthy and come back from injury.

CONCUSSIONS While there are some sports more apt to cause injury than others, head injuries are a concern that goes across all sports and all types of physical activity, from cheerleading to football to field hockey. Diamond says rates of concussions are skyrocketing, but most likely because medical staff and coaches are doing a better job recognizing and responding.

“The big thing is trying to keep the injury, when it happens, from becoming a more severe injury, and so we ask kids, their teammates and coaches and parents to be aware that if there is a hit to the head, or to the body that potentially whips the head, that you need to check on that person and see if they’re okay,” Diamond says.

Concussion symptoms will include a headache plus something else like nausea, lightheadedness or dizziness, not acting themselves, seeming in a daze or fog, and memory issues.

“If you are diagnosed with a concussion you are not to return at all in that same day to play, and you need to be evaluated,” he says. “You need to get clearance from either a physician or a nurse psychologist with special training in concussions, and those are the only people who can clear you.”

Diamond says athletes should not return to sports until all symptoms have cleared and they are back to their normal self in regards to physical, cognitive, behavioral and emotional function. And, that can really vary as to how much time that will take. About 85 percent of kids and teens recover within about three weeks from their concussion, while 15 percent will take longer than that.

“My general rule is that you have to be normal at home first and then normal at school, and then it’s a gradual progression back to sports and activities after that,” Diamond says.

Returning too soon can expose athletes to Second-Impact Syndrome, which is basically an uncontrolled swelling of the brain that can cause disability or even death.

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for returning to sports,” Diamond says. “If they’re pushing themselves athletically or mentally, they can exasperate their symptoms, so they could prolong their recovery.”

OVERUSE INJURIES While concussions are acute injuries that need to be addressed immediately, overuse injuries occur over a long period.

“It’s really become a hot topic because kids are beginning to specialize more and more in one sport, primarily for the purpose of thinking that gives them a better chance of becoming the best player on their high school team or getting a scholarship to college or becoming a professional athlete,” Diamond says. “There’s no data that actually supports that it actually happens, but intuitively, that’s what people think.”

Diamond says that when we exercise there is a normal breakdown of muscles and joints in the areas that you’re using, and usually that’s not a bad thing because we rest and those areas build themselves back up. However, if you’re not allowing for rest all you’re getting is the breakdown without the necessary buildup, which leads to weakness, imbalance and ultimately, injury.

“There is a balance, and understanding that you need a certain number of hours to hone your skills, but you can overdo it,” Diamond says.

“There are studies that show you can actually begin impeding your performance, so you’re actually doing the opposite of what you set out to do. Or you end up with an injury that keeps you out from your sport all together.”

Diamond says there are some general guidelines based on age and maturity, and when resting from a favored sport, kids can fill that time participating in a totally different activity.

LIFESTYLE | Keeping Score “There’s a great benefit for playing multiple sports, because it allows you to build other areas of your body, or learn other skills for that same area of your body,” Diamond says. “Cross training can help make you a better performer in your primary sport, so we’re not just saying to sit around not doing anything.”

CARDIAC INCIDENTS It might be surprising for some parents and athletes to learn that their heart is potentially more at risk than their head when it comes to athletics with unknown, underlying heart issues like an asymmetrically-enlarged heart or arrhythmia.

“Cardiac is actually the leading cause of death in young athletes,” Diamond says. “A lot of these things are issues that we don’t typically screen for, and often times, they don’t have a lot of preceding symptoms that alert you that someone does have a problem. Physical activity can be a sort of a trigger for this, not necessarily that the activity is bad, but because a condition affecting the heart can come out during exercise.”

Diamond says there is a big debate on whether we should be screening young athletes with electrocardiograms to pick up some of these issues before hand, which is not currently the standard of care. Currently, the recommendations are general history and physical exam on their pre-participation sports physicals.

And while there’s been a lot of new research pointing to adding an EKG, looking at an athlete’s results is very different than a regular person’s. Parents can push for an EKG at any time, but a specialist should be the one to read the chart, and even then a positive EKG can send people down a rabbit hole of further tests, some of which can be invasive and may not provide any concrete answers anyway.

“Regardless of what screening method you use, you need to be prepared, because something can still happen,” he says.

Diamond says having an automated external defibrillator accessible at every game can and will save lives, even if it isn’t one on the field.

“Oftentimes it’s the coach who actually has heart disease, or the referee who has heart disease, or a parent in the stand who has heart disease that actually ends up using it,” he says.

MENTAL HEALTH Diamond says that in the past mental health was treated as a separate entity but needs to be a part of care provided to athletes, especially young ones.

“Issues of burnout from over-training, issues of hazing, issues of anxiety, depression - all these things are huge factors that affect our young people and athletes are not immune to those,” Diamond says. “In addition, they’re under a lot of pressure in regards to other things that come with sports as well. Relationship with coaches, relationship with teammates, relationship with parents.”

FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS Catch some of the first home games of the football season.

Hendersonville Commandos vs. Wilson Central August 5 at 5 p.m. @Hendersonville High School 123 Cherokee Road, Hendersonville

Portland Panthers vs. White House September 2 at 7 p.m. @Portland High School 600 College St., Portland

Gallatin Green Wave vs.

Wilson Central August 12 at 6 p.m. @Gallatin High School 700 Dan P. Herron Drive, Gallatin

Station Camp Bison vs.

Hillsboro September 2 at 7 p.m. @Station Camp High School 600 College St., Portland

Beech Buccaneers vs.

Wilson Central August 19 at 7 p.m. @Beech High School 3126 Long Hollow Pike, Hendersonville

Pope John Paul II Knights vs. Brentwood Academy September 2 at 7 p.m. @Pope John Paul II High School 117 Caldwell Drive, Hendersonville Gallatin Green Wave vs.

Hunters Lane September 2 at 7 p.m. @Gallatin High School 700 Dan P. Herron Drive, Gallatin

Station Camp Bison vs.

Clarksville August 19 at 7 p.m. @Station Camp High School 600 College St., Portland Hendersonville Commandos vs. Siegel August 26 at 7 p.m. @Hendersonville High School 123 Cherokee Road, Hendersonville

Diamond says parents and coaches don’t need to become psychiatrists but do need to be aware of those issues and getting kids into the hands of the right care if something isn’t right.

Portland Panthers vs.

Greenbrier August 26 at 7 p.m. @Portland High School 600 College St., Portland

“When sports are done right, it’s an amazing thing that really props that person up to succeed in their life, but when it’s a bad relationship, or any of those things are done poorly, it can really affect them negatively,” Diamond says. “I think we need to be aware of those issues for athletes, and ask those questions.”

Pope John Paul II Knights vs. Coffee County Central August 26 at 7 p.m. @ Pope John Paul II High School 117 Caldwell Drive, Hendersonville

Hendersonville Christian Academy Crusaders vs.

Christian Community September 9 at 7 p.m. @Hendersonville Christian Academy 355 Old Shackle Island Road, Hendersonville Beech Buccaneers vs.

Hendersonville September 9 at 7 p.m. @Beech High School 3126 Long Hollow Pike, Hendersonville

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FEATURE | Health & Wellness

COPING WITH

ILLNESS

BY KRISTA EHRET

Having a close friend or family member diagnosed with an illness is one of those life altering moments.

Anxiety, worry, uncertainty and fear are all emotions that attack at once. It’s one of those times in your life that can really test and expose what type of person you are. While there are no magic words of wisdom that change what you and your loved ones are experiencing, there are a few tips that can help in keeping your sanity during these trying times.

Having a close friend or family member diagnosed with an illness is one of those life altering moments.

STAY OFFLINE. In our internet-crazed society, the first reaction during a time of uncertainty is to turn to Google. While some find peace in reading about others’ experiences, it’s very easy to get lost in a sea of misinformation with a side of doom and gloom. If you want answers, make sure you’re reading reliable information. Talk to doctors, nutritionists, health consultants, experts.

KEEP YOUR MIND RIGHT. This is probably the hardest part of the entire process. Negative thoughts have a way of relentlessly attacking our thoughts at any and every given moment possible. Find a way to turn them off. They don’t do you any good, and it’s proven that stress has an extremely negative affect on our health. Distraction is usually the best method.

As soon as those thoughts creep in, tell yourself “I’m not supposed to be thinking about this,” and then do something else. Watch a funny video, call a friend, go for a run. Anything to turn that negative energy around.

BE SUPPORTIVE. It’s so easy to think about yourself in a situation like this.

Remember that your role is not to play the victim or to worry. Be an active helper to the person who is being directly affected, whether this is being a shoulder to cry on, a companion to doctor’s appointments, or simply sending an upbeat text each morning. Stay positive. Say and do everything you can do lift your loved one’s mood. Good thoughts truly do help, and you need to be the cheerleader keeping the spirit up.

CRY. This may seem counter-productive to my number three tip, but sometimes you just have to let those tears out. Contrary to how you may feel, you won’t cry forever, and you’ll feel a sense of relief afterward. After losing my dad, I would break down several times each day and noticed a pattern of being happier for a little while after each waterworks session. It truly cleanses you, and you won’t feel the urge again for a little while.

REACH OUT. Don’t feel like you’re alone. There are so many support groups that will assist those who are going through a tough time, whether you need emotional help or physical help. There are organizations who will deliver meals to patients at home, drive them to their appointments, and offer counseling to family members.

If you’re lucky enough to know one of those unique individuals who is always happy, seek them out. They have a way of bringing sunshine into the darkest places, and you can learn a lot from them.

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FEATURE | Health & Wellness

A DIFFERENT FACE TO LONG-TERM CARE

BY ANNIE OSTEEN

Oftentimes it seems that when the world tells us that we have to feel a certain way, we just do it. The media certainly wants to contribute to the molding of our projected ideologies when, in actuality, a little education solely on our part goes a long way.

place for them to live.

Educating oneself on the different aspects of the long-term care industry is fairly simple, yet somewhat complicated because of rules and regulations with both the Federal and State governments. When most people think of a “nursing home,” they think of a dreaded place, which smells of urine where people

I do understand the universal reason as to why people don’t want to discuss long-term care. No one wants to think about their own aging process, let alone their parents or a loved one. Truth of the matter is that much of the information that the public obtains about long-term care is from unreliable sources on the internet. I loathe the term “nursing home.” We might as well reach back in to our back pocket from 1970 and call it a “convalescent home.”

These are antiquated terms, and to those of us that have worked in the industry, it’s nails to a chalkboard. Healthcare and business professionals have worked ceaselessly to introduce a new paradigm to replace the days of when a family put grandma in “a home,” but thanks to the opinions of those on chat sites and attorneys out for long-term care blood, the reputation still lingers as poorly as it started out. At the same time, I’ll be the first to admit that touring a nursing facility isn’t easy. It’s not. Just like speaking with a Hospice representative isn’t easy. There are things in life that just aren’t comfortable, and these are very two obvious examples. Although, once the questions are answered and the nerves have been calmed, the rest seems fairly simple. Simply stated, our aging population is growing rapidly. In 2010, there were approximately 40 million Americans ages 65 and older. In 2050, that number more than doubles to almost 86 million.

are left to die. No - not even close. For example, when a loved one breaks a hip, has surgery and is discharged from the hospital, they generally go to a “Skilled Nursing Facility” for rehabilitation until they are cleared from their physician to return home. If are not able to return home at that time, they transition into “long-term care.” It’s exactly what it means. The loved one will be cared for on a long-term basis. Furthermore, many facilities today have upgraded their outdated semi-private rooms to private ones; facilities offer one-on-one activities for residents that aren’t mobile or extroverted; meals are tailored to specific diet requirements, while physical, occupational and speech therapy can carry on for long-term residents, as well.

As much as many in our culture would like to see the long-term care nursing facility industry disappear, it won’t. It can’t. Americans are too busy with their schedules, especially those taking care of small children that also have aging parents (also known as the Sandwich Generation). Most families just won’t have the time, dedication or space required to help mom or dad at home and will need to find a

At the end of the day, the education piece is the most vital part of planning or understanding the long term care process as a whole.

Long term care facilities have changed and grown for the better over the last several decade. It’s up to you to decide whether the internetdriven information is more authentic than your own personal research.

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LIFESTYLE | A Little Something Extra

A NIGHT IN THE LIFE OF A NURSE AT TRISTAR PORTLAND ER

BY HOLLIE DEESE

Bryant Galbreath didn’t always know he wanted to be a nurse. Born and raised in Goodlettsville, he first went into the military, doing corrections work with inmates for more than a decade before he began to look for a career change.

Nursing seemed to be just the right fit. In addition to a better schedule and pay, he felt it would be a positive change.

“I was burnt out working and wanted to help more people than were in prison,” he says. “I wanted a change for myself. So here I am.”

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Center, offering residents of Portland and northern Sumner County emergency care that just wasn’t easily available close-to-home since the previous area ER closed years previous.

Before that Galbreath spent a decade at the ER department of NorthCrest Medical Center in Robertson County.

“It is a lot smaller,” he says of Portland’s facility. “We only have eight beds here in the ER and two or three nurses. Over there we had eighteen beds and multiple nurses. When you get a major emergency situation or when you get really busy, it can get hairy fast because there’s not that many people to take care of it.”

But since TriStar Portland is a department of TriStar Hendersonville Medical Center, once you are admitted you are part of TriStar Health Network.

“If you needed to be transported elsewhere, you are in our hospital system to receive that high level of care,” says Sarah Adell with TriStar.

The Portland emergency room features more than 10,000 square feet of treatment space that includes eight private treatment rooms, an isolation room for infectious diseases, a trauma resuscitation room and a decontamination suite with a dedicated exterior entrance.

The facility opened at 7 p.m. on January 6th and within fifteen minutes was helping two patients. At the end of the first twelvehour shift, eight patients had been helped.

“You just never know from minute to minute. There’s no rhyme or reason why we get a bunch of people at once. You never know when it’s going to happen.”

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“We’ll go from sheer boredom to full and overflowing and running wild in just a matter of minutes sometimes,” Galbreath says. “We see everything from ingrown toe nails and dental pains, all the way up to cardiac arrest and really everything in between.”

And while some predictors like severe weather can help Galbreath guess if it might be busy, there is really no way of knowing, other than each day is totally different from the next.

“If I could figure out a way to predict the flow in the ER, I’d be a rich man,” he jokes. “You just never know from minute to minute.

There’s no rhyme or reason why we get a bunch of people at once.

You never know when it’s going to happen.”

Galbreath likes the pace of the smaller ER too. “I like the fact that you can get in, take care of somebody and then get them situated fairly quickly.”

Still, there is downtime which Galbreath and his colleagues use to stock, clean and check equipment. “There’s always something to do,” he says. “I just like to stay busy.”

Don’t expect a visit to the ER to be your last interaction with the nursing staff. If you were seen today, then a few days later, expect a call from one of them to check on your well-being, even as things just keep getting busier, as every day more people learn about the facility.

“Word is still getting out that we’re here,” he says. “People thank us all the time for coming here. It’s a great career and great field to be in and it’s booming right now. “ AUGUST 2016 | YOURSUMNER.COM 57

LIFESTYLE | A Southern Gentleman Is...

LIVING A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

BY MICHAEL SMITH

As a gentleman in the South, it is easy to get caught up in the luxuries of life – dining, parties, events…But I also know to keep up with everything, I need to take care of myself. Some men tend to put health aside when they are running full steam.

With this being the Health & Wellness issue, I wanted to give some tips I found for men’s health.

Here is an excerpt from cdc. gov that was informative and a good reminder to take care of my health, so I wanted to share it with you.

Take care of yourselves, Michael

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GET GOOD SLEEP Adults need between 7-9 hours of sleep.

Insufficient sleep is associated with a number of chronic diseases and conditions, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, obesity, and depression. Also, poor sleep is responsible for motor vehicle and machinery-related accidents.

TOSS OUT THE TOBACCO It’s never too late to quit. Quitting smoking has immediate and long-term benefits. It improves your health and lowers your risk of heart disease, cancer, lung disease, and other smoking-related illnesses. Also avoid secondhand smoke. Inhaling other people’s smoke causes health problems similar to those that smokers have. Babies and kids are still growing, so the poisons in secondhand smoke hurt them more than adults.

MOVE MORE Adults need at least 2½ hours of moderateintensity aerobic activity every week, and muscle strengthening activities that work all major muscle groups (legs, hips, back, abdomen, chest, shoulders, and arms) on two or more days a week. You don’t have to

do it all at once. Spread your activity out during the week, and break it into smaller amounts of time during the day.

EAT HEALTHY Eat a variety of fruits and vegetables every day. Fruits and vegetables have many vitamins and minerals that may help protect you from chronic diseases. Limit foods and drinks high in calories, sugar, salt, fat, and alcohol.

TAME STRESS Sometimes stress can be good. However, it can be harmful when it is severe enough

to make you feel overwhelmed and out of control. Take care of yourself. Avoid drugs and alcohol. Find support. Connect socially. Stay active.

you have these or symptoms of any kind, be sure to see your doctor or nurse. Don’t wait! Keep track of your numbers for blood pressure, blood glucose, cholesterol, body

STAY ON TOP OF YOUR GAME See your doctor or nurse for checkups.

Certain diseases and conditions may not have symptoms, so checkups help identify issues early or before they can become a problem.

Pay attention to signs and symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, excessive thirst, and problems with urination. If

Certain diseases and conditions may not have symptoms, so checkups help identify issues early or before they can become a problem.

mass index (BMI), or any others you may have. If your numbers are high or low, your doctor or nurse can explain what they mean and suggest how you can get them to a healthier range. Be sure to ask him or her what tests you need and how often you need them. Get vaccinated. Everyone needs immunizations to stay healthy, no matter how old you are. Even if you had vaccines as a child, immunity can fade with time.

Vaccine recommendations are based on a variety of factors, including age, overall health, and your medical history.

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Exit/In’s Mural Artist,

BRYAN DEESE

I love it when music and art collide, and of course, Nashville is the perfect place for it to happen. Exit/In on Elliston Place in “The Rock Block” is celebrating its 45th anniversary, and to commemorate the milestone, the venue had a mural painted on the building by Gallatin resident Bryan Deese.

Born in Jacksonville and raised in Nashville, Bryan is an award-winning artist whose work has been exhibited across the U.S. and abroad. Known for his idiosyncratic style of black and white muralism and classic letter-based graffiti, Bryan’s work has been profiled in such critical publications as The History of American Graffiti and Graffiti World. Bryan was the creator of acclaimed “Show and Prove” magazine in the 1990s, as well as the current creative director and owner of “Concrete Magazine.”

Bryan was the perfect choice for the incredible task given

by Exit/In, and the result is the proof. Located on the left, outer wall, the mural includes detailed stencils of artists, comedians and more who have graced the stage over the years and made it one of the most legendary venues in Nashville. Ranging from Chuck Berry to Steve Martin, the stencils were carefully chosen for their contribution to the history of the venue and were made from photographs of the actual performances there.

The most prominent stencil is Jimmy Buffett. Bryan calls him the “patron saint” of the mural, since Buffett was the first ever performer at Exit/In. Other than the Ryman Auditorium, Bryan feels that there is no other venue as important to Nashville as Exit/In and is honored to have be chosen for the 60 YOURSUMNER.COM | AUGUST 2016

mural. “My favorite thing to paint is Nashville’s pop culture history,” Bryan said. “There aren’t many locations in Nashville with as rich a history as Exit/In. So this was a really fun project for me.”

If you have never been to a show at Exit/In (quite the contrast to what you see on Broadway) now is a great time to go, not only for the music but to see the astonishing mural. “I’m a proud Nashvillian, and I wanted to paint something Nashville would be proud of,” Bryan said. Well, I think Nashville certainly is, Bryan. Proud and in awe. You rocked it.

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COMMUNITY | Your Education

Scheduling Children like Adults

BY ANNIE OSTEEN

It’s no secret that some successful individuals call Williamson County home. So many from around the country flock to this area to give their children a great place to grow up and make memories.

The schools, the recreation, the atmosphere all of it is glorious in many ways.

When you choose to call Williamson County home, because of the highly sought-after nature of the area, are you also choosing as a parent to fall into immediate competition with other parents, when it comes to how you’re raising your children and the amounts of activities that they’re involved in?

and their parents twenty years ago. It then increased to three hours per week.

The survey also discovered that children’s unstructured free time went down by twelve hours per week, while homework time drastically jumped up 50%.

Since that particular survey was published, schedules have become even more crammed, transforming dinners at kitchen table with hurried trips through the Chick-fil-a drivethru or a quickly eaten PB&J on the way to a practice.

The conventional one practice and one game per week as little leaguers in the 1980’s is no longer the society-standard and little girls having a single weekly dance, and a recital at the end of the year has converted into out-of-state competitions, oftentimes during a school week. g creatin

In Williamson County, 52% of its residents hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Having said that, the precedent has clearly been set in this area to have our children follow along the same path. What parent Are we wouldn’t want that for their Is the ultimate lesson to ries for fond memo children? We want success teach our children to strive ing t a e r c and independence for them, to be the best in their r o them as they grow. However, activity or in life? Are we l a unintention aside from the educational fond memories ? creating s s e r t s requirements that have for them or creating d n anxiety a been placed on their backs, unintentional anxiety what about the additional and stress? In thirty years, expectations regarding extrawill our kids turn their curricular activities and sports? Do we become own children away from activities and sports desperate to fill any free time that may be because of negative memories of parental left in their schedule? Are we expecting our anxiety and dinners in the car? children to maintain the same overworked There’s certainly no doubt that playing on a schedules that most parents, working and sports team, taking piano lessons, or being non-working, have? on a cheer team adds an incredible amount According to a survey conducted by the of value to children and their growing University of Michigan in 2000, structured character. Numerous activities provide school sports and activities only required structure, discipline, and life lessons about ninety minutes a week from children teamwork and persistence. All children need 62 YOURSUMNER.COM | AUGUST 2016

these lessons and can sometimes be better absorbed from coaches and other teammates.

The vast majority of parents don’t have bad intentions when they over-schedule their kids, and many may not even realize it’s happened. We all want to give our own children a life that’s better than what we had growing up. And if we’re perfectly honest, with all that Williamson County has to offer our children, we want to take advantage of it for them. It’s hard to say no to it all.

Nonetheless, the new school year is upon us, along with the myriad of sign-up sheets and timelines for extra-curricular sports and activities. As a parent, what are some things to look for when it comes to recognizing if your child(ren) are over-scheduled?

First, are your children tired all of the time?

Do they show signs of depression or anxiety?

Are they missing meals or complaining of stomach and headaches? Certainly, these are general symptoms but not ones to ever ignore, regardless of the situation.

Balance has always been the key. As adults, we talk about the balance between work and family and the importance of it all.

Kids are no exception to the rule. They need it as much as anyone else. While playing on a soccer team can be rewarding and participating on a little league baseball team is exciting, slowing down to have a family dinner together a few nights a week can also be fulfilling. Telling a society, continuing makes us feel as if we need to go faster and faster, that it can wait while your kids take a breather, is something all parents should think about when filling out another activity form this season.

SOCIAL | Cruisin' 4 A Cause

Story & Photography by Haley Anthony Cruisin’ 4 A Cause was hosted again this year by the Hendersonville Cruise In. Classic cars and trucks filled the lot with entertainment in-between events like the silent auction, bake sale, cake walk, and music, music, music. All proceeds from the event went to the Arc of Cumberland Valley and their cause, Project 22, a social club for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Project 22 provides a bi-monthly place to meet new people and learn new skills. Individuals can experience and learn social skills, cooking skills, independent living, exercise, music/art activities, vocational skills and more in a group setting. Project 22 is sponsored by the Arc of Cumberland Valley, a private non-profit organization. To learn more about either of these organizations please visit cumberlandvalleyarc.org or project22.weebly.com.

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COMMUNITY | Your Kids

ARE YOUR KIDS GETTING ENOUGH

SLEEP?

BY GINGER JONES

In some homes, bedtime is a struggle. In others, it’s embraced with open arms. Whatever the case in your home we can all agree that the amount and quality of sleep our children get is crucial to their health. Their bodies and brains need the rest to recharge, to store information from the day and to replace chemicals used during the day.

When our kids are little, they’re learning so much so fast, and sleep is a crucial part of the learning process.

It is hard for children to retain new information if they’re not getting enough sleep, and this will almost certainly affect their school work.

So how do we make sure we’re maximizing night time for our kids?

ENFORCE SCREEN TIME CURFEWS. This can be difficult nowadays, but it’s so crucial to keep kids away from screens before bedtime. Put all technology, including the TV, away at least an hour or two before bedtime. The blue light emitted from screens tells your brain it’s time to be awake and active, and the closer to bedtime we continue to look at this light, the harder it is to fall asleep. Create a new bedtime routine that includes books, games and whatever else your little ones enjoy that keeps them away from screens. They’ll fall asleep easier and quicker.

LIGHTS COMPLETELY OUT AT BEDTIME IS ANOTHER GREAT THING TO TRY. Research suggests that the healthiest way to sleep is in complete darkness, as light pollution can disrupt hormone regulation and disturb your sleep. If your kiddos are afraid of the dark, try placing a nightlight in the hallway and turning it off once they’re asleep.

You can also try blackout curtains or sleep masks for kids who wake up unnaturally early from sunlight streaming into their rooms.

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of a child’s life, and bedtime is no different. If they know that the phrase, “Turn off the TV and change into your pajamas” begins the bedtime routine, over time, the resistance will stop. Throw in fun things like story time or a game they love, and even do small things like arranging their stuffed animals around them in the exact same way every night. Just make sure they know that at the same time every day, the same things signal bedtime. It will be familiar and comforting to them, helping them transition into sleep.

Mind how much sleep they’re getting, as well. Every age has different guidelines.

Newborns to 3 months sleep between 10.5 to 18 hours a day. Babies 4 to 11 months should start sleeping through the night for 9 to 12 hours at time with naps during the day ranging from 30 minutes to 2 hours. Toddlers 1 to 2 years need 11 to 14 hours a day, most at night. Children 3 to 5 should get 11 to 13 hours a night, and their naps should begin to get shorter and occur less frequently. Kids 6 to 13 need 9 to 11 hours of shuteye. This is when your kids start getting busier, and it’s harder to get those hours! Kids 15 and up need 8 to 10 hours of sleep, and their circadian rhythms being shifting around this time, so it might be harder to fall asleep.

There are a lot of different things to try to get your children asleep faster and for longer, and every child is unique. Give these and other tips a try, and find out what works best for your family. Bedtime can include a lot of fun and quality time for you and your kids.

Ginger Geldreich Jones, M.A., CCC-SLP, LSLS Cert AVT Speech-Language Pathologist, Certified Auditory Verbal Therapist Founder, CEO | Jones Therapy Services, LLC | 615.614.8833 jonestherapyservices.com

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