Your Sumner August 2017

BOLD ENOUGH RODEO CHALLENGE

WHITE HOUSE AMERICANA CELEBRATION

HENDERSONVILLE FREEDOM FESTIVAL

A DISTINCTIVELY SOUTHERN PLACE AUGUST 2017

GET ON BOARD

YOUR CHARITABLE SELF

Yoga Meets Paddleboarding

Salvus Center Offers Insurance to Those in Need

COME FLY WITH ME Serenity & Style Await Guests of the Henderson Park Inn

HEALTH & WELLNESS ISSUE

YOUR SUMNER | AUGUST 2017 . VOLUME II – ISSUE 18

FEATURES

22 Twelve Ways to Celebrate Success with the Sumner County YMCA

24 Empowerment Through Fitness Train Different with UFC GYM

26 Tick Bites Can be Serious TriStar Medical Center

30 The Healing Power of Salt Salt Use for Health with Salt MedSpa

32 Get On Board Yoga Meets Paddleboarding

34 Avoid Bad Habit Triggers with the Sumner County YMCA

36 Healthy Summer Sumner Regional Medical Center

50 Come Fly With Me Serenity & Style Await Guests of the Henderson Park Inn

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ON THE COVER Nashville SUP & Yoga Instructor Megan Wage at Old Hickory Lake Photography by Anna Robertson Ham

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Socially Yours

Eat, Drink & Be Merry with Chef’s Market 18 Beauty Junkie

with Julie Jorgensen 20 Let’s Get Physical

with Alison Kanaby 35 Your Best Self

with Connie Haley 42 Keeping Score Passing on the Tradition

of Archery 48 Interior Thinking with Robin Meyer 62 Arts & Culture Artist Bernadette Resha

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Your Social Secretary

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Nashville Symphony Summer Concert Series

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The GET Gauntlet Games

COMMUNITY

Letter from the Publisher

SOCIAL

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Your Community Partner Mary’s Magical Place Your Charitable Self The Salvus Center Days Gone By with Ryan Baker From Our House to Yours A Lakeside Oasis Your Education News from the Schools Your Kids with Ginger Jones Up the Road Holiday World

26 Back to School Expo 29 Highballs, Hops

& Hydrangeas

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43 Rose Mont Renaissance 47 Hendersonville

Freedom Festival 52 Bold Enough Rodeo Challenge 56 Hendersonville Chamber

After Hours 59 Heroes & Villains Fan Fest 65 Songwriters Night at

Rock Castle

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Did You Know?

25 Americana Celebration

BUSINESS

LIFESTYLE

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You in Business Modern Babies & Children 46 Your Real Estate

with the Sumner Association of Realtors 52 The Scoop

You in the News 54 Ribbon Cuttings

Welcome New Business 55 We’re in the Money

with Jonathan Walker 57 Your Business Partner

with the Hendersonville

Area Chamber of Commerce

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MONTHLY | Publisher’s Letter

Build It and They will Come Dear Readers, We hope you enjoy our annual Health & Wellness issue featuring content to keep you well and healthy. Health and wellness for me is more than making sure you had your annual physical or you are eating right.

It’s about a mental, emotional and spiritual wellness too. In my life, if my mind and soul are not right, then my entire physical world can be in chaos. Over the years, especially since I started my own business, I have adopted an inner voice that repeats to me – be positive, be kind, be better, work hard, enjoy people and places and most of all – love what you do for a living. Thankfully, I do love what I do. And I appreciate and value the communities and people we hope to be making a lasting and worthwhile contribution to with every issue we publish.

See, this isn’t just a job – Your Sumner isn’t just how we make a living. The team I have the God-given blessing to work with each day, care about you and your community. We believe in our product both as a microcosm of why Sumner County is incredible, but as a useful and effective advertising tool for other small businesses. We care about Chamber of Commerce, tourism and Main Street and all the amazing history Sumner County boasts.

We don’t just cover events, we care about them and the causes they fund. We observe and we participate and we feel what it means

to be a part of a place as we write about it each issue. I have had an opportunity in recent weeks to hear some negativity about our magazine from sources who shall remain nameless. While I appreciate and respect criticism when it is well intended for progress, growth and improvement – something I am always wanting to do – negative commentary most of the time, has little to do with the subject matter and everything to do with the person doing the smack talk.

While we can all get caught up in a negative attitude, if we know our goals are pure, our motives true and our effort without pause, then what do we care about negative talk from anyone, who has less than stellar motivations and emotions about what they do? We turn off the white noise and remember who we are, what we are. We are Your Community Magazine – telling the story of Sumner County, every issue, in a meaningful and pure way. We will never stop doing that. And we aren’t going anywhere.

We have spent almost two years building our brand here, creating a publication you can be proud of and yes, we do believe in “build it and they will come.” Your positive affirmation is all we need to continue. Come to us with anything and everything constructive – we are ALWAYS here, ready to hear from you! You, after all, are why we do it.

Bo and Keeling Birdsong enjoy summer vacation at the Biltmore.

“Even at your best, someone will always have something negative to say. Pursue greatness anyway.”

– Tony Gaskins August is always bittersweet as it signals the coming of the end of summer. Although, there is some comfort in that return to the norm, organized and scheduled days. There is still a sigh of dismay as we realize our lazy days have come to an end. I encourage you to savor every single moment of long evenings, fireflies, barbecues and the swimming pool. Maybe even a last-minute trip to the beach! Enjoy August, Sumner County – it may signal the end of summer but with it comes the promise of an always fabulous middle Tennessee fall!

Shelly Robertson Birdsong Owner | Publisher shelly@robertsonmediagroup.com

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BUSINESS | You in Business

ROBERTSON MEDIA GROUP ANNOUNCES THEY WILL PUBLISH MODERN BABIES & CHILDREN MAGAZINE We are excited to announce that we have acquired the existing Middle Tennessee publication Modern Babies & Children from Sumner County entrepreneur Kara Brumley and her company Keek Publishing.

“We are thrilled to add Modern Babies & Children to our publishing family. We knew we wanted to expand our publications and were just looking for the right existing publication or new ones to create. We are humbled Kara approached us to take over at a time when she was finding herself not in a position to continue to grow and expand as she wanted,” says RMG Owner and Publisher, Shelly Robertson Birdsong.

“For her to choose us is extremely flattering. As a ‘mommy’ publisher myself, I know how hard it would be to let your ‘baby’ magazine go and hope it continues to flourish. We intend to do her proud and to continue the great work she has started.”

Modern Babies & Children has been focused primarily in the Sumner County area where Keek is located. However, it does cover all of Middle Tennessee. “We are excited to get started on revamping this model and building our own brand of a high-quality children’s and parent’s services publication for all of Middle Tennessee,” says Vice President of Communication and Managing Publisher, Anna Robertson Ham. Plans include a more robust print product to enhance the already strong digital presence and to grow to the entire coverage

market including Davidson, Williamson, Maury, Rutherford and Wilson counties in addition to Sumner. “We look forward to including content, advertising and contributions from all of those areas very soon, while also continuing to work with the great existing clients and contributors who have made this publication what it is,” says Anna.

Modern Babies & Children Central Florida will become a part of RMG as well. “We hadn’t planned on running a magazine in Florida – yet – but definitely are looking forward to getting out of our comfort zone and learning a lot both as individuals and as a company, “says President of Sales and Development, Johnny Birdsong. “I know we will face challenges not being in our backyards, but we knew we wanted to look for new publishing opportunities. I look forward to growing the licensing and consulting branch of our business, which will give RMG the chance to grow our brands into new communities with the help of individuals who would like to have such publications in their own community. It’s a win win,” he says.

Modern Babies & Children Middle Tennessee will be on stands this fall.

For more information on advertising, contributing or on licensing and consulting information to start your own publication, contact Anna Robertson Ham at anna@robertsonmediagroup.com.

Robertson Media Group is pleased to announce that we will be publishing Modern Babies & Children!

Contact info@robertsonmediagroup.com for more information and to learn how to include your business.

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SOCIAL | Nashville Symphony Summer Concert Series Photography by Dan Hood Historic Rock Castle hosted the Nashville Symphony Orchestra on its grounds in Hendersonville. The concert was part of the Nashville Symphony Orchestra’s 2017 Free Summer Concert Series. The concert featured a pre-program performance from local musicians, an art show, an instrument petting zoo, family activities and refreshments. Music fans were encouraged to pack lawn chairs and a picnic dinner, or purchase refreshments from local businesses.

Boaters on Old Hickory Lake were able to enjoy the concert as the music was directed towards the water. The Symphony played a set of popular classics and modern tunes. It was a warm, magical summer’s night of music, fun and fireflies. For more information, visit nashvillesymphony.org and historicrockcastle.com.

The Capps Family

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Spencer Essenpreis, Dylan Ward, Andrew & Bill Seaver

Scott & Amanda Foster, Tiffany & Tim Dodge, Larry Philips Kristen Chance, Jessica Gilbert & Kim Chance

Sandy Akridge, Sharon Powers & Susan Taplin

Geri Moore & Sandy Beaver

Lynne & Bruce Patterson

Nicole Leonard & Conner Broom

Karen Jones & Mitzi Riley

Connie Johnson & Linda Boyd

Rick Moore, Kim Cunha & Johnel Brown

Kaitlyn Vild &The Childress family

Carol & Bill Cobb

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MONTHLY | Social Secretary

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Here are just a few events to add to your Social Calendar this month. Visit yoursumner.com for more events.

GET CONNECTED

Portland Farm to Table Dinner

Beautiful location for a photo shoot! Are you hitting the lake this weekend? #oldhickorylake

Portland Main Street | 7:30pm | portlandcofc.com The Portland Farm to Table Dinner will be happening under the beautiful Portland Main Street lights. Tickets are $75 a person. In case of inclement weather, the dinner will be moved to the Red Barn at Crafton Farms. All attendees will be notified if a change of location is needed.

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The Gallatin TN Eclipse Encounter

AUG 26

The Gala at Cragfont

Triple Creek Park | 9am-3pm | visitsumnertn.com Millions of Americans will see the sight of a lifetime when a rare total solar eclipse sweeps the nation from Oregon to South Carolina. Day turns to night for two minutes and the sky’s most beautiful spectacle, the Sun’s corona, reveals itself in grandeur. Gallatin, Tennessee, is right on that path for the longest duration of totality – approximately 2 minutes 40 seconds. The spectacular event will include music for all ages, food, eclectic programs, a children’s play area, and vendors.

Your Bone Vivant Ollie Pup shared a picture of his big sis and a few tips for dealing with the dog days of summer! #OlliePup

Historic Cragfont | 7pm| cragfont.net The Gala at Cragfont will have party goers talking again for weeks!

Guests of the Farm, Fork & Cork event will enjoy a scrumptious meal, Rocking Pianos to get you on your feet, and a signature cocktail that you will love! This year’s event will again include a live auction of great experiences and items donated from friends of Cragfont. Gather your best friends, pick out a great summer frock and plan to enjoy a beautiful summer evening at Cragfont!

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September Issue

The September Issue of Your Sumner will feature Real Estate & Home, including interior design, local homes for sale, home profiles, builders, neighborhoods and home and building services. We will also spotlight Arts & Culture in Sumner County and throughout middle Tennessee.

Contact us today with content or to place your advertisement!

COMMUNITY | Your Community Partner

Mary’s Magical Place BRINGING THE COMMUNITY TOGETHER WITH THE GOAL OF CREATING AN ALL-INCLUSIVE PLAYGROUND

BY CARRIE WINTERS

The dream started when Carol Ernst was visiting her close neighbors, Rachel and Tommy McAuley, after their daughter Mary passed away from complications from CP and seizures. Carol was looking at pictures of her and the McAuley’s children playing together with huge smiles on their faces but noticed there were no pictures of Mary on the playground having fun with her siblings Grant and Graham. That really bothered Carol. She couldn’t stop thinking about it.

A few days passed and God kept giving Carol nudges of affirmation that her dream needed to be a reality. So, Carol gathered their strong team of friends and told them about her dream of the all-inclusive playground. The ladies hit the ground running, spreading the news as much as possible. They had fundraiser after fundraiser and the word was out!

Over the next year and a half many of the city’s clubs threw wonderful events and functions with Mary’s Magical Place (MMP) as the beneficiary. Clubs such as Hendersonville Women’s Club, the Hendersonville Junior Service League, and the Hendersonville Morning & Evening Rotary are just a few that have joined forces. Now, businesses are joining the MMP team. Binks had a big part in the startup of the fundraising. First Tennessee stepped up to help community awareness with star-shaped banks to distribute throughout

the community. The Goddard School had a lemonade stand to “refresh” people about MMP. The Primrose School of Hendersonville is throwing their second annual half marathon to help with the playground costs as well as the Women’s Club having a huge BBQ festival called Pig in the Park, both on September 16, this year. Wonderful, anonymous donors have also given a large amount, too.

Even the kids in the community are having bake sales, lemonade stands and garage sales to help the cause! Right now, the fund is at $570,000. The total needed for the park is one million. The Liberty Swing (wheelchair swing) is $25,000 just by itself.

“We have done so much research all over the United States and found special equipment for everyone, including the flooring itself,” Carol said. “It is made from special materials so that if you have a cochlear ear implant, the ground will not send the static sound.”

PHOTO BY “MEMORIES BY MURRAY”

Carol and Jennifer Finlin have gone firsthand with their team and looked over twenty-five parks that are already inclusive. But Hendersonville’s will be different because it will be dedicated to Mary McAuley. If you are on crutches, in prosthetics, wheelchair bound, or have balance issues this will be the place to go. “We know that the playground will give every family or friend a way to play together no matter what the disability or situation,” says Rachel.

The team hopes the playground will be fully functional

by May 2018 thanks to Lowes LLC. It will be located at Veterans Park near the inline hockey arenas. The Hendersonville Parks department will be handling all of the upkeep after the park is built. This park is going to bring in people from all over and Sumner County will welcome all of them!

The MMP team is offering engraved bricks that will surround the playground for a donation. All donations are accepted on their website, marysmagicalplace.org.

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LIFESTYLE | Eat, Drink & Be Merry

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

Gone are the days that the bowls in your cabinet are limited to soup and cereal. Last year, there was a big rise in bowls as a culinary trend, mainly to the realms of açai and poke a diced, marinated ahi tuna salad common in Hawaiian cuisine, pronounced “po-kay.”

We’ve seen the bowl trend continue to expand, with breakfast bowls on several brunch menus around town, as well as smoothie bowls and power bowls popping up here and there. We’ve successfully featured healthy entrée options in the form of a bowl at a few corporate parties recently, offering guests their choice of protein toppings from grass fed beef, all natural chicken and sustainable salmon.

This month, we’re sharing the recipe for Mother Earth, an entrée that bowls over our event guests every time. It’s a layering of superfoods using ancient grains, avocado, sweet potato and portabella mushrooms. Then we crown Mother Earth with a broccoli pesto and chopped pistachios. It makes for a filling vegetarian entrée or an even hardier meal topped with a lean protein.

What’s even better about sharing this bowl recipe with you, is that we are also providing recipes for the ancient grains and broccoli pesto components, which are great recipes to mix up and use in your meal plan for the week in a variety of ways. Make your lunchtime salad more filling with ancient grains as a topping, or try the broccoli pesto as a glaze to a freshly grilled chicken breast or salmon filet.

By utilizing these components in different preparations, you can keep your healthy eating meal plans fresh while saving time, making it a bit easier to maintain overall wellness and peace of mind.

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 get-togethers and outdoor affairs. Its Goodlettsville, Tennessee restaurant serves customer favorites for lunch and dinner Monday – Saturday. Visit chefsmarket.com for more information and menu selections.

JIM AND CHERYL HAGY Eat, Drink & Be Merry chefsmarket.com

Jim and Cheryl are the owners of Chef’s Market in Goodlettsville. They offer catering and take-away options, from formal corporate galas to casual in-office get-togethers and outdoor affairs.

Mother Earth Bowls Serves: 4 3 cups cooked red quinoa (3/4 cup per bowl), recipe below 2 portabella mushroom caps, diced and sautéed 2 avocados peeled and sliced 1 large sweet potato, cubed and roasted with olive oil and kosher salt 4 ounces of pistachios (1 ounce per bowl) 8 Tablespoons of broccoli pesto (2 Tablespoons per bowl), recipe below Divide the warm quinoa into 4 bowls and arrange as follows. At 12 o’clock place the avocados, at 3’clock place the sweet potatoes, at 6 o’clock place the broccoli pesto, at 9 o’clock place the mushrooms. Garnish with pistachios.

At catered events, we offer the dish to be topped with either grass fed beef, free range chicken, or wild caught salmon.

ANCIENT GRAINS For the Mother Earth bowl recipe, we suggest red quinoa or substitute with your favorite grain. A mixture of red and brown rice would also be a good option.

1 cup of red quinoa 2 cups of broth (we use vegetable broth, but if you plan on adding beef, fish or chicken to the bowl, we suggest using the matching broth) To prepare the perfect quinoa, place the quinoa in a strainer and rinse vigorously under cold water turning the grain with your hand. Quinoa can be bitter, and this process removes the bitterness.

Place drained but wet quinoa in a medium sauce pan and drizzle with a teaspoon of olive oil. Cook stirring to let the water evaporate and lightly toasting the quinoa for about one minute.

Add the broth to the quinoa and bring to a rolling boil. Lower heat, cover and cook for 15 minutes.

Remove the pot from the heat, and let stand covered for 5 minutes before removing the lid. Remove the lid and gently fluff the quinoa with a fork.

BROCCOLI PESTO 1 head of broccoli, blanched, florets removed 1 cup of fresh basil 1 /2 cup of extra virgin olive oil 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan 1/4 cup of pine nuts 1 clove garlic, minced 1 teaspoon of fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon kosher salt In a food processor, combine broccoli, basil and oil, pulsing until blended. Add Parmesan, pine nuts, lemon juice, garlic and salt; mix.

Store for up to one week in the fridge.

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LIFESTYLE | Beauty Junkie

“EYE” LOVE YOU

BY JULIE JORGENSEN

They’ve been deemed “the windows to the soul.” They come in all shapes and sizes, and in a myriad of colors. To say that our eyes are a precious and essential part of ourselves is an understatement. Seeing as it is Eye Health Month, it’s only appropriate we take a “look” into what’s necessary for gorgeous, healthy eyes.

Y’all probably grew up like I did, hearing your mamas demand that you eat your carrots to help your vision. It turns out they were right, for the most part: the beta carotene found in carrots is converted in the body into vitamin A, which supports the health of our mucous membranes, skin, immune system and eyes! Taking care of our eyes via the foods we eat goes far beyond the whole Bugs-Bunny carrot thing. Salmon, eggs, leafy greens, whole grains like quinoa and brown rice, citrus fruits and berries have all been clinically shown to support and improve overall eye health. Additionally, WebMD suggests upping your intake of calcium, selenium, lutein, zinc and vitamin C to preserve eye health. Omega-3s play a crucial role as well. If you spend a fair amount of your day staring at a computer screen or driving, invest in some eye drops to prevent those orbs from becoming dry. Look for drops that offer lipid-based lubrication, and try not to freak out when you’re administering them to yourself. That’s never a good look.

What you apply onto the delicate skin around your eyes matters, so it’s important to do your research and invest in an eye cream. Yes, I said invest. My experience has always been that with eye cream, the saying “you get what you pay for” applies. Snag a formula that includes caffeine to alleviate puffiness and hyaluronic acid to plump up fine lines and wrinkles and is free of moisture-zapping alcohol.

The Neocutis Lumière eye creams are simply the best I’ve ever tried.

An airtight pump bottle will set you back about a hundred bucks, but will last you a few months and will have you fielding questions like “so where did you go on vacation?”

When it comes to beautification of your precious little eyeballs, it’s all about illusion. Now I don’t mean piling on makeup until you look like a drunken panda - I mean playing with shadows and light. A nude-colored eyeliner pencil applied to the lower inner rims of your eyelids will make your eyes pop like you’ve had twelve hours of sleep.

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Experiment with different hues of mascara: a cobalt blue will make the whites of your eyes look whiter and therefore bigger and more youthful, a deep plum shade makes hazel and green eyes come to life, but nothing makes your eyes stand out like a full fringe of black lashes. Cover Girl Lash Blast and Chanel Le Volume are my all-time favorites. You fair-haired lovelies with blonde eyelashes should stick to brown or a brownish black instead.

Dot a subtly-shimmery pale ivory or gold powder shadow at the inner corners and onto the brow-bones to really take things to the next level.

Invest in eye-makeup remover that won’t irritate your eyes. Bi-Facil

by Lancôme removes any trace of makeup while being sweet to your peepers.

There you have it - a back-to-basics rundown of what you should eat, take and apply for the most gorgeous eyes ever. Keep those “soul windows” healthy, and they’ll pay you back in spades! Cheers!

Love,

The Beauty Junkie 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!

SOCIAL | The GET Gauntlet Games Photography by Haley Anthony The GET Gauntlet Games was an “adult field day” where teams competed in a variety of events such as a sack race, tug-o-war, slip n’ slide, flip cup, a water balloon fight and more creative games.

Gallatin Emerging Talent (GET) is a network of people who come together to unite Sumner County professionals by empowering them to connect and be involved with like-minded people. The winning team received a goodie bag with prizes from Govan’s Salon and Coffee Cafe, NCG Cinema Gallatin, Broadway Discount Liquors and the Gallatin Tennessee Chamber of Commerce. Visit the Gallatin Emerging Talent Facebook page to learn more about their networking and events.

August 21, 2017 Triple Creek Park 9am-3pm DAY TURNS TO NIGHT FOR TWO MINUTES... and the sky’s most beautiful spectacle, the Sun’s corona, reveals itself in grandeur.

Gallatin, Tennessee, is right on that path for the longest duration of totality approximately 2 minutes 40 seconds.

Alex Vear, Ryan Connor, Anne Marie Vear & Rosemary Bianchi

Heather Trudeau & Jenny Goslin

Nick Brosche & John McEachen

Jazmin Mercer & Bethany Sullivan

Nickole Smith, Lindsey & Jon Harris, Becka Martino

Andrea Bagwell, Jessica Harris & Rebecca Stewart

Hannah & Ryan Kasperson, Davis & Bonnie Campbell

Come join us to witness the eclipse from the BEST viewing spot: Gallatin, Tennessee!

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LIFESTYLE| Let’s Get Physical

Beat the heat and stay in shape

BY ALISON KANABY, D.O.

Summertime in middle Tennessee can offer a great opportunity for outdoor activities. But in the heat and humidity of the summer, not everyone wants to get outside. You still want to stay physically fit during the summer months to keep your bathing suit body and get ready for your fall exercise programs. So, what are some things you can do to stay in shape and beat the heat?

The summer is a great time to focus on strength training. I know that for some athletes this is a forbidden word, but it really is a great way to keep yourself in shape when you don’t want to go outdoors to exercise.

There are a lot of opportunities with strength training, and you can do the exercises either at home or the gym with little equipment. It’ll help to tone your muscles and keep you fit. There are three basic areas to work on: upper body, lower body and core. You can then add some cardio to keep your fitness level up.

Upper Body Working out your upper body will allow you to not only tone your muscles, but get some definition to those arms!

PUSH-UPS There are regular push-ups and then modified push-ups.

Personally, I am a fan of the modified push-ups where you are on your knees rather than your toes, in the push-up position. It might be considered “easier,” but your distance down to the ground with that angle is greater, and I find I can repeat it more times than if I do a regular push-up, so I get more out of my workout. Start with sets of ten, and then build up the number of sets you are able to perform.

BICEP CURLS You can get some weights - start with five to ten pounds and then you can build up from there. Do ten curls, slowly bringing the weights up and then down as you flex and extend your bicep muscle. Do five sets of this. Increase to twenty curls at a time and increase the reps that you perform. Slowly, increase the weight you are using as well.

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Lower Body Your legs are often one of the easiest places on the body to strengthen because we use our legs all day long. But, in order to tone our legs, we need to use both body weight and sometimes machines to get those muscles built.

LEG LIFTS This doesn’t actually require a machine unless you want to work out at the gym.

I do leg lifts at home. Lay on your side with your legs straight out, slowly lifting the top leg ten times. Switch sides so you can lift the other leg.

Repeat this for five sets. Once you get good at this, you can put a band on your legs and try to lift your leg against the resistance of the band.

SQUATS One of the most important part of squats is to make sure that you are doing them correctly. Having good posture is extremely important. You need to stand with your feet shoulder width apart, toes facing forward, and then lower your buttocks straight down like you are sitting, not allowing your knees to go in front of your toes. Start with ten reps, and then you can build the number of sets that you do. When you are able to do five to ten sets, start adding weight. Hold a kettle bell (start with ten to fifteen pounds) in your arms - by your chest - and perform the same exercises.

CORE This is the most challenging part of the body to exercise (in my opinion). It’s not because the muscles are harder to train, but it uses so many of the muscles, that you definitely feel the fatigue much faster. You are using so many muscle groups at the same time. It is actually one of the most important areas of your body to work on and tone. Here are some exercises you can perform in the comfort of your own home:

Hendersonville Running Club PLANKS Planking works your entire core. But, if you do not plank correctly, you will miss a lot of those muscle groups. When doing a plank, make sure you are tensing your glutes and your abdominal muscles, while pulling your elbows toward your toes and your toes toward your elbows. By doing this, you now have engaged every muscle group that belongs to your core and you will start to shake within a couple of seconds. It’s okay if you can only hold it for ten to fifteen seconds. Start there, and repeat five times. Slowly build up length of time - maximum one minute - for max benefit. You can increase the number of repetitions as well.

GLUTE BRIDGES This is a fun exercise to do. Lay on your back with your knees bent and slightly spread apart. Lift your pelvis as high as you can without your shoulders coming off the floor, and squeeze your gluteus muscles.

Hold this position for fifteen to twenty seconds. Relax, and repeat. You can do sets of ten to fifteen reps. When you have mastered this basic version, take a ten-pound weight and hold it on your abdomen when you do the exercise. Guaranteed, that it will make you work harder. You can continue to build the weight that you put on your abdomen as you progress. Your glutes will be very happy that you do!

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Healthy eating With all of the strength training that you do, you want to make sure you compliment that with healthy eating. The summer is a great time to eat more fresh vegetables. You can visit your local Farmer’s Market and see what they have to offer. In Hendersonville, the Farmer’s Market is located at the Streets of Indian Lake every Saturday morning. One of my favorite meals to make is grilled veggies. It’s the easiest meal you can make with fresh vegetables!

I like to use peppers (varying colors), zucchini, yellow squash, asparagus and red onion. I will slice the vegetables thin (about 3mm in thickness) so that I can lay them on the grill and they will cook easily without falling through the grate.

Once I have all the vegetables sliced, I will sprinkle it with some extra virgin olive oil and then ground pepper. If I’m looking for extra taste, I will also put some balsamic vinegar over the vegetables. I will put them on the grill for about 5-7 minutes on each side and then eat away. It’s a really fast and delicious meal!

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WAYS TO CELEBRATE HEALTHY PROGRESS

BY LINDSEY JOE, YMCA REGISTERED DIETITIAN NUTRITIONIST

When you’ve been at this healthy living thing for a while, sometimes it’s difficult to know what the next step is in your journey. An often-overlooked step is celebrating your success. Now you may be thinking, “But I haven’t reached my ultimate goal yet.” While that may be true, progress is still worthy of celebration. The thing is, depending on your health goal, progress isn’t always apparent to the eye. But you don’t want to lose sight of how far you’ve come. Why? Because your progress pushes you to keep going!

HERE ARE TWELVE IDEAS TO HELP YOU CELEBRATE HEALTHY LIVING ACHIEVEMENTS 1. Share your success with your support system. Their reinforcement and kudos will help you recognize what you’re doing well.

2. Post your progress as a reminder of your recent win. Whether it’s a post on social media or a personal note jotted on a post-it, seeing your success written down will encourage you each time you read it.

3. Download a new workout playlist or music subscription. Feel-good tunes get you in the zone and give you something to look forward to.

4. Add a motivating app to your smart phone. Whether it’s a goal tracker, water keeper or food journal, these tools can up your game and enthusiasm for your progress.

5. Buy new workout gear. Consider something like earbuds, clothing, sneakers, shades or even a wearable fitness tracker.

6. Register for an active event coming up. The added challenge of a race or walk/run can put your new skills to the test!

7. Gift yourself items that make healthy eating easier. Think a reusable water bottle, Tupperware, lunch box, or a kitchen gadget or tool. Set yourself up for nutritional success.

8. Subscribe to a health-focused magazine or local CSA. 9. Take a mental health day. Set aside time for relaxing and rejuvenating activities on a twenty-four-hour staycation.

10. Give a “just because” gift to a friend, co-worker or family member; often, the most rewarding thing you can do for yourself is to make someone else’s day.

11. Up your game with a personal training or nutrition session.

12. Allow yourself to fully relax and recharge. Grab an extra hour (or two) of sleep, book a hair appointment or enjoy a massage.

No matter how you decide to treat yourself, no achievement is too small. Recognizing what you can do keeps you motivated, and giving yourself little rewards along the way is an effective catalyst for long-term change. Ready for a healthier lifestyle? Get more information on wellness port services and nutrition counseling offered at your center. Let us partner with you in reaching your goals! Contact the YMCA!

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EMPOWERMENT THROUGH FITNESS Sean Patton has always had a love of fitness, discipline and health, which is why when he decided to open a UFC GYM in Hendersonville. It was no surprise the great results that those who attended the gym started to see.

Patton grew up wrestling throughout school and attended college at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. From there, he went on to spend ten years as an Army officer, five years in the Infantry and five years in the Special Forces (Green Berets). He commanded combat units in both Iraq and Afghanistan earning two Bronze Stars during his service.

As he transitioned out of the military, Sean decided that he wanted to be part of a business that improved lives and community around him. “The obesity epidemic in America is out of control, and we wonder why our health care is so expensive? It’s because we are living unhealthy lifestyles.”

“Empowering others through fitness and healthy living, to have more energy and vitality, has always been something I’ve been passionate about. We only get one chance at life, so we need to maximize our time and experience,” says Sean.

In 2014, Sean purchased the franchise rights to Nashville, and while looking for an exact location to open, he fell in love with the Hendersonville community and the growth opportunities there.

Flash forward to January 2016, the gym was fully up and running. Now, it has more than 650 members and classes ranging from Fitness Kickboxing, Boot camp style circuit training, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, mixed martial arts, youth classes, to self-defense and weight lifting.

Soon after opening, Sean started to see results.

At UFC GYM, their motto is “Train Different.” What does that mean to Sean? “I would see people come in and… after thirty days they carry themselves differently, they hold their head differently. Part of it is the fitness and part of it is the empowerment that comes from real martial arts…part of it is the community, the closeness.”

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health of the everyday person. Real, true, sustainable healthy living.

Lose fat, build lean muscle, increase your flexibility, all while having fun in a supportive community atmosphere, that is what makes us different.”

Community is what separates this gym from the rest. Along with close-knit group classes, it offers kid programs so that the whole family can be involved.

Having adult and youth programs at the same time and location “creates a unique family community,” he says. “The whole family comes to one place to be healthy and improve themselves together. We have success because of that.”

UFC GYM also specializes in private coaching and personal training. “We have the best coaches in Sumner County. Our coaches are professional, educated, and motivating. Every successful person, from the CEO to the professional athlete has one or more coaches to help them achieve their potential and guide them through tough times. Everyone needs a good coach to help them reach their health and fitness goals, and we have a coach at UFC GYM that is the right fit for everyone.”

Outside of empowering members to live longer, healthier lives, UFC GYM has three main focuses for community service. They are an affiliate with the Rock Steady Boxing program. “Rock Steady Boxing is for those that have been diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease. This training has been proven to slow, stop, and in some cases can reverse the symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease.” UFC GYM Fitness Director George King is consistently impressed with this special member group. “They come in with an open mind and a determination to fight back against this terrible disease, and they are winning!”

In addition to Rock Steady Boxing, UFC GYM also hosts seminars and incorporates Self-Defense/ Sexual Assault Prevention training for women and Anti Bully training into their programs. “We have put hundreds of women in Hendersonville through safe, effective, and potentially life-saving self-defense training,” Sean says. In the last six months, three women have had to use their training, and they have been successful, including one member who had to use her training to get away from an attacker during her vacation to Paris, France. “We run a free and open to the public women’s self-defense seminar ten times a year. All you have to do is call and reserve your spot.”

Finally, bullying is on the rise and is becoming a serious problem. “We use a specific program that empowers our students to stand their ground, avoid physical contact whenever possible, but if necessary defend themselves without throwing a single punch or kick. It’s simple, proven and effective.”

Despite winning Small Business of the Year from the Hendersonville Chamber of Commerce, Sean is most proud of the people that frequent the UFC GYM. To learn more, visit ufcgym.com/hendersonville.

SOCIAL | Americana Celebration Photography by Rachel Gee The Americana Celebration was held at the White House Soccer Complex for an Independence Day celebration. The event featured a carnival with rides, games and fun for all ages, along with food from local businesses. The event was held to provide a fun summer experience for families. Live music from Sixwire and Rubiks Groove kept everyone out on the dance floor. For more information about the White House Chamber and their events, visit whitehousechamber.org.

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Photography by Haley Anthony In preparation for the quickly approaching school year, RiverGate Mall in Goodlettsville gave away 300 book bags full of school supplies at its fourth annual Back to School Expo. Children entering first through fifth grade were able to earn their book bags by having a punch card signed by each vendor. Live music, a face painter, a balloon artist, bounce houses and an appearance from Belle and Spiderman provided entertainment for children and their families in between visiting vendor booths. To learn more about events at RiverGate mall, visit rivergate-mall.com.

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TRI-STAR HENDERSONVILLE MEDICAL CENTER WARNS ILLNESS FROM TICK BITES CAN BE SERIOUS Tick borne illnesses are severe and serious. The short winter and increasingly warm weather has caused tick borne illnesses to become more prevalent this season. Arriving at the correct diagnoses can even be difficult for experienced medical professionals to recognize within themselves. Chad R. Swan, MD, Cardiac, Thoracic and Vascular surgeon knows all too well what can happen when one gets bit by a tick. “I thought I just had a case of the flu, but knew after days of prolonged illness, that this was something much worse,” he says.

What he thought was the flu; lead Dr. Swan to the ER and a three-day hospital stay. “I started to feel like I had the flu – with symptoms of fever, chills, aches, nausea, fatigue, loss of appetite and weakness throughout the body.

This went on for days until my wife asked, “Then why am I not sick, why aren’t the kids sick?” I then knew I had to get immediate treatment and headed straight to the Tri-Star Hendersonville Emergency Room. After numerous blood tests and CT scans, physicians in the ER discovered the severity of the bite. The diagnosis determined the illness was due to either a tick-borne illness or Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever. Due to the severity of both possible diagnosis, physicians empirically determined the approach for recovery. Thankfully, the treatment plan for both is technically one in the same. I received several rounds of fluids and doxycycline, and began to feel better. After three days in the hospital, I was able to go home to rest.”

“Living near a wooded area, my wife and I are very diligent about checking our children for ticks. I never would have imagined this illness was due to a tick bite. Honestly, I was complacent with my own precautions and did not use insect repellent. My family depends on me in many ways and my complacency almost lead to serious complications,” exclaims Dr. Swan.

“I want to remind everyone anytime you go into a wooded area, or even your backyard, to spray bug repellent, wear long sleeve shirts, long pants and socks with closed toe shoes. It is also extremely important to check for ticks when returning inside,” he says. What is easily mistaken as the flu could be a much bigger problem. Signs of a tick-borne illness include nausea, fatigue, weakness, red spots or rashes near the site of the bite, stiffness throughout the body, fever and muscle and joint pain. If you feel any of these symptoms, see your doctor for early treatment, as outpatient and oral antibiotics can be administered. If unable to see your general physician or symptoms persist, head to the closest ER for an evaluation and care, as it could be a situation between life and death.

The Tri-Star Hendersonville Emergency Room is located at 355 New Shackle Island Road, Hendersonville, TN 37075, 615.338.1000 and the Tri-Star Portland Emergency Room is located at 105 Red Bud Drive, Portland, TN 37148, 615.745.8000. In the case of emergency, dial 911. Visit them at TriStarHealth.com/Hendersonville.

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Next time you aren’t feeling well, consider heading over to Salt MedSpa in Hendersonville. Owners, Karen and Glenn Mitchell and their daughter Sarah, have made this destination spa a wonderful oasis.

When you are congested or just feeling run down, head over to see them and one of their Salt Rooms where you are completely surrounded by salt. The walls are salt and the floor is covered in crumbled Himalayan salt rock.

But it doesn’t stop there…salt is actually pumped into the air for you to breathe.

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The spa is the first “salt use” here in Hendersonville and has all types of different services, including derma-plane, multiple types of massages including prenatal massage, facials and hydro-facials. They also encourage you to take home a salt lamp for your home, a bar of salt for soap, or grab a Himalayan salt slab to cook with or as a chopping board.

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SALVUS CENTER MEETS MEDICAL NEEDS OF SUMNER’S WORKERS

BY HOLLIE DEESE

Salvus Center is a clinic that provides medical and dental care to the working un-insured in Sumner County, offering physical examinations, treatments, lab work, imaging procedures, and dental cleaning, extractions and fillings.

To be a patient at Salvus you need to live or work in Sumner County and not have medical insurance, TennCare or Medicare, or be enrolled in school or college for a minimum of twelve credit hours a semester. Salvus works with patients on a sliding scale for payment.

Jennifer Flanagan, Salvus President and CEO

Jennifer Flanagan is the new president and CEO of Salvus, and says many of the patients they see are between the ages of nineteen and sixty-one when they don’t qualify for TennCare or Medicare.

“We have the large group in the middle that may not be able to qualify for health insurance,” Jennifer says. “Their jobs, if they work hourly or part-time, they aren’t able or even have an option for health insurance. Maybe the marketplace doesn’t work for them. They can come here. We’re really that primary health facility for them.”

Jennifer says the focus at Salvus is on the patient’s wholeness, wellness and their well-being.

“So if we can have someone who has a cough come in at the beginning and get treatment, keeping it from progressing to something worse, is how we can keep people from feeling that the only recourse that they have is the emergency room,” she says. “Of course, if we have patients in an emergency situation, that’s the first place we send them. But we don’t want them thinking they don’t have an alternative because they can’t afford it. People are working hard to maintain their health, to maintain their quality and standard of living, to maintain their families.”

occurs for the working un-insured, that’s going to increase.”

Challenges are ahead for safety net clinics like Salvus who receive funding for patients that are at or just above the poverty level, to help offset their substantially-reduced costs.

Safety net funding is put into the state legislature as a budget line item, and prior to this year there was funding allocated on a perpatient basis, and whatever was left would roll over to Jennifer Wright Office Manager, MA, Toryn Sanchez LPN, Angel Baskerville MA, Keri Suter NP, Reyna Perez MA, the next year.

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Now the model has changed where reimbursements are to be a percentage of patients seen instead of per-patient. And that can reduce the number of patients Salvus would be able to see.

Salvus works with more than 200 medical specialists in the community who partner with them in various ways. Lifepoint, Sumner Regional Medical Center and TriStar Hendersonville Medical Center are their hospital partners, as well as the new ER in Portland, working with them to make lab fees, x-rays and procedures affordable and available.

Dr. Jeremiah Judkins with TriStar Hendersonville is the Medical Director for Salvus and Dr. Geoffrey Lifferth at the ER at Sumner Regional is the Chief of Staff.

“That synergy between the hospitals and our patients, all the way around, it’s treating patients with dignity,” Jennifer says.

At the moment, Salvus only works with the un-insured, though they are looking at the possibility of being able to help the under-insured as well. Someone is in office three days a week, and can even help patients explore whether they can be insured on the health insurance marketplace.

And Jennifer says the need in Sumner County is “tremendous.” As of this year more than 50,000 patients have been served by Salvus since it was founded in 2005.

“We’re a faith-based organization, and we’re looking at the whole person,” she says. “When you have people who already have economic challenges, or might have different challenges at 200-300 percent of the poverty level, we’re here for the whole person. We’ll pray with our patients, for good health. We spend a little more time in our appointments. We are not a replacement for insurance. We’re just here to help those adults who are in that gap.”

“We’re taking care of more than 1,000 patients a quarter,” says Jennifer. “We took care of just under 3,000 patients last year, and just under 4,000 visits. And as the population grows, and as the uncertainty with health care

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Get on Board!

BY SARA ARMS

While the summer heat threatens to take activities indoors, Sumner County has found a fun and challenging alternative to traditional outdoor activities - paddleboard yoga. Nashville SUP & Yoga rents out paddleboards as well as provide how-to lessons, yoga classes and group paddle sessions. Those who rent a paddleboard or take lessons can enjoy being on the lake cooling off with friends while learning how to paddleboard.

“Paddleboarding improves your balance, strengthens your body and calms your mind,” says Nashville SUP & Yoga instructor Megan Wage. “Adding yoga to your time on the board takes you back to the basic postures which build a strong foundation and teaches you to engage muscles that are sometimes hard to activate on solid ground. The added element of water and just being outdoors allows you to let loose, relax and have some fun, which is good for the soul. Stand up paddleboard (SUP) is the perfect way to connect with nature, challenge and work the body, and stay cool during the summer. Coming out to an Intro to SUP or SUP Yoga class you can expect a fun, challenging and relaxed experience. If you lose your balance a bit, well, falling in is half the fun!”

“Practicing SUP yoga and fitness on a stand up paddleboard is one more way to grow and expand your practice while not taking yourself too seriously,” says Megan. “You’ll get a great core workout as you experience balancing from a whole new perspective and take in the beautiful scenery and wildlife around you in a relaxing setting. Our World Paddle Association (WPA) certified instructors know both paddling and yoga. They are trained in everything from rescue techniques to modifying classes for a stand up paddleboard.”

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The goal when beginning paddleboarding and paddle yoga is to ease yourself into it in order to be able to relax and have fun while trying something new. “SUP yoga classes are open to all levels and can easily be modified or intensified based on the student,” says Megan. “We now also offer intermediate SUP yoga classes for those who have already completed at least one other class and feel comfortable

practicing at a faster pace. Small class sizes ensure safety and close interaction with the instructor.”

Megan hosts the majority of her classes conveniently between Hendersonville and Gallatin on Old Hickory Lake and provides a SUP Board and all equipment.

“Most classes take place at Avondale Access Area in Hendersonville which is tucked into a cove protected from boat traffic and waves. Nashville SUP & Yoga is a mobile business so classes can take place anywhere on the lake or even your own backyard if you live right on the water,” Megan explains.

Yoga classes are usually ninety minutes, including time for warm up and basic paddleboard instruction, yoga instruction and free paddleboarding time. Booking paddleboards and lessons in advance is required and you can go to their website to so see the schedule and book a time.

“The price includes all rental equipment and hands on guidance with a WPA safety certified instructor,” says Megan. “Class times vary depending on private events we have scheduled, but are mostly held on Saturday and Sunday. Paddleboard rentals are available if you already have board experience. If you don’t see a class on the schedule that works and you have a group that’s ready to get out on the lake, you can book a private class any day or time that works for you.”

“I moved to Sumner County about five years ago and love the community here,” she says. “Everyone has been so welcoming and receptive to trying a new activity. I love that I get to teach yoga while getting people out enjoying the beauty that Sumner County has to offer. I love teaching yoga and being out on the water; getting to combine them is a dream come true. Watching someone step foot on a paddleboard for the first time and seeing their nerves wash away as they laugh and learn, it’s just fantastic!

And of course, the excitement when the first person of a yoga class falls in is pretty delightful. But mostly I love giving people an experience they enjoy.”

Learn more about Nashville SUP & Yoga at nashvillesupandyoga.com.

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Gym etiquette 101

BY SHELLY ROBERTSON BIRDSONG WITH TIPS COURTESY OF LIFEFITNESS.COM

Sometimes you need to put your best foot forward, even in the gym! Don’t suffer from fitness anxiety because of the rules of etiquette in a group setting like a gym or fitness center – use some common sense and some basic 101 courtesies and you can own your workout AND the impression you leave behind. Well, don’t leave ANY kind of impression behind and you will come out smelling like… Well you know what I mean!

4. BRING A TOWEL. Use it. Gyms can be some of the most germ-ridden places you can go. One study found that sixty three percent of gym equipment showed the presence of rhinovirus which causes the common cold.

Viruses love nonporous surfaces such as steel weights in particular. So, for both your own sake and the sake of other patrons, use that towel. In many gyms, towels are provided so take advantage and be safe!

1. ALWAYS ASK. If someone is using a machine such as a treadmill or elliptical, or other piece of equipment and you need something nearby, ask if you can. Don’t walk up and grab a weight plate from the rack when someone is squatting!

5. CLEAN UP AFTER YOURSELF. If your workout leaves you, well shall we say, less than fresh as a daisy - thus leaving sweat on a piece of equipment - grab that towel and disinfectant spray to do your fellow gym-goers a solid. Hopefully all your fellow fitness kings and queens have done the same before you!

2. PUT YOUR WEIGHTS BACK. This should go without saying but it’s the number one rule broken in the gym. Related to this, don’t leave your weights on the ground. Ever tripped on a lazy fifty kilo dumbbell lying in the middle of the floor? My point exactly...

3. BE MINDFUL OF YOUR SURROUNDINGS. Gyms can be dangerous places if you’re not alert. On busy times, you should be mindful of other patrons; don’t start doing dumbbell kickbacks without checking behind you, for example.

bad. Don’t stand very close to someone who has one, ready to pounce. Seriously? Yes, I’m talking to you equipment creeper…

8. DON’T HOG THE EQUIPMENT. If you’re occupying a popular piece of equipment at a popular time of day, don’t sit there on your phone checking Instagram, oblivious to the waiting queue.

6. SELFIES. Try to be discreet about them.

Look, we know you want to take them and you should be able to. If nothing else, they’re a good way to track your progress. But come on, some people do not want their work out “do” shown to the masses on Facebook just because they happen to be cycling next to your body building prowess.

7. PERSONAL SPACE: RESPECT IT. Can’t get to a bench on Monday night? Too

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9. AVOID THE CHITCHAT. The gym is a place of solace for many people and, although it can be a great social setting, try to keep the gabbing to a minimum.

And, guess what, if someone is wearing headphones, it probably means they don’t want to be disturbed.

In the end, all these boil down to the same concept ‘be considerate of other people.’

If we could all do that, the gym would be a much friendlier - not to mention tidier place to visit.

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FEATURE | Health & Wellness

AVOIDING BAD HABIT TRIGGERS

BY LINDSEY JOE, YMCA REGISTERED DIETITIAN NUTRITIONIST

Let’s face it. Sometimes it feels like the whole world is against us when we’re trying to make healthier habits — the ease of the drive-thru breakfast, the candy dish within arm’s reach at work, or the cancellation of our favorite group exercise class because the instructor got sick.

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RECOGNIZING OUR RESPONSES First, we must recognize that the way we respond to a situation is often a habit.

Whether we realize it or not, certain scenarios trigger us to react in ways that influence our eating and physical activity.

For example: buying popcorn on impulse at the movie theater. The enticing smell could be the trigger that leads to the unplanned purchase. If this is something that commonly happens to you at the theater, you’ve built a hard-to-break habit.

STAY AWAY FROM YOUR TRIGGER. The old saying of “out of sight, out of mind” really can work for us when it comes to building healthier habits. For some people, this looks like taking an alternate route home that doesn’t go by their favorite doughnut shop. For others, it’s not turning on the TV after 9pm because they will be too tired to work out the next morning. Sometimes the wisest choice is to rid yourself of unnecessary temptations instead of trying to “beat” them. Just stay away!

REACT IN A DIFFERENT WAY. If staying away from your trigger isn’t realistic, brainstorm all of the options of how to deal with it. What will help you take a small step in the right direction? In our movie popcorn example, maybe it’s to opt for a soft pretzel instead or just go for a kid-sized popcorn. Progress!

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LIFESTYLE | Your Best Self

WHY CONTRAST IN OUR LIVES MATTERS

BY CONNIE HALEY LIFE COACHING

It’s back to school time in Middle Tennessee. When my children were school age, I always had mixed feelings about the transition from the lazy days of summer to the fast-paced beginning of a new school year.

On one hand, the kids were getting restless, but on the other side of things, the ease of a non-structured day was a parenting reprieve. If I had understood the concept of contrast back then, I would have welcomed the change without reservation. Contrast in our lives serves several purposes. The most prevalent are: Contrast is inevitable – Nature is chocked full of contrast: life and death, day and night, summer and winter. No matter how we try and curate our existence, contrast will show up in our personal lives as well. We will experience happiness and sadness, difficult times and times of ease. Periods where we feel on top of our game and phases that we aren’t sure which end is up. This is normal. It’s unavoidable.

Surrendering to what we are experiencing in the moment, without resistance, is the key to navigating the ups and downs.

Contrast is necessary for personal “What good is the growth – To evolve into a higher (or warmth of summer, more enlightened) version of ourselves, without the cold we must have contrast. It would be wonderful if we could mature during of winter to give it good times, but it doesn’t work that sweetness.” way. Humans have the most potential – John Steinbeck to learn and grow during challenges.

Overcoming struggles galvanizes us and increases our confidence to handle the next, inevitable life encounter.

These same struggles also offer us a chance to become more compassionate towards others. Realizing that we all are on the same planet, having the same experiences, fosters connection and empathy.

Contrast promotes appreciation – Without contrast, we can’t fully experience or appreciate the good things in life. A warm fire is comforting when we come in out of the cold. A hug from a loved one feels good because we know what loneliness feels like. How much more do we appreciate the sunshine after a week of cloudy, rainy weather? Noticing the contrast in our lives encourages us to value what we are currently experiencing. It offers hope that even if it is a cold, rainy, lonely day, it won’t be long until things change.

Regardless of how we feel about the transition to back-to-school, remember that living in a state of perpetual bliss would deprive us of texture and enrichment in our lives. Lean into the contrast and carve out some happiness in the moment.

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FEATURE | Health & Wellness

TIPS TO KEEP YOUR SUMMER FUN AND INJURY FREE

BY DR. RAY PINKSTON, MEDICAL DIRECTOR OF EMERGENCY MEDICINE AT SUMNER REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

Summer. School’s out, and so is the sun. With the days at their longest and brightest, many of us are taking advantage of the season, soaking up vitamin D and spending as much time in the fresh summer air as we can – whether that means planning a vacation to the beach, getting out on the water, organizing pick-up games in the park or embarking on early evening walks with the family.

While summer can be a wonderful time to get out and enjoy the great outdoors, Sumner Regional Medical Center is proud to share some key safety tips to keep your summer fun and free of injury and stress.

sugar fluids, and remember, water is best!

• Search out cooler areas, even when outside.

When the thermometer climbs above ninety, visit your local library or community center, or browse a fun store, especially if you don’t have access to air conditioning.

• Avoid enclosed places like cars or garages.

• NEVER leave children or animals in a car unattended.

• Break out your favorite loose-fitting, lightweight and light-colored clothing – summer is about dressing for comfort.

• Take breaks when exercising.

• Limit or avoid adult beverages; alcohol can impair your body’s ability to self-regulate its temperature.

Beat the heat this summer with these cool tips: • Stay aware of temperatures and humidity levels and modify your activity appropriately.

• Use an SPF-15 or higher sunscreen that protects against both UV-A and UV-B rays.

• Wear sunglasses when outside to protect your eyes from UV-A and UV-B rays.

• Limit outdoor activities when temps are highest – typically from 11am to 2pm • Stay hydrated. Drink plenty of low to no36 YOURSUMNER.COM | AUGUST 2017

If you have a pool, hot tub or live on a body of water, make sure you have reach and throw equipment, a cell phone, life jackets and a first aid kit handy at all times. For more water safety tips, check out redcross.org/ get-help/prepare-for-emergencies/types-ofemergencies/water-safety.

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TRAVEL SAFETY When the kids are out of school, for many, it’s vacation time. Summer can be the perfect chance to gather everyone together and hit the road for a quality family get-away.

Keeping in mind these hints will help ensure a smooth ride both before and during your time away – at least when you’re not on a roller coaster with “Screamin’” in the title.

There’s nothing that quite beats the heat like jumping in the water. Whether you’re poolside, lakeside or beachside, keep these tips from the American Red Cross top of mind to ensure a safe and fun time for everyone.

• Never post travel plans on social media, like Facebook or Twitter.

• Remember to have all home deliveries like mail, newspapers and packages stopped for the duration of your trip, or have a neighbor or friend you trust pick them up for you.

• Plan on taking minimal cash with you and use credit cards and traveler’s checks.

• Set up automatic timers in your home to switch lights and the radio or television on or off throughout the day.

• Ensure that all doors and windows to your home are closed and locked before leaving, and set the alarm if you have one.

• Take notice of stairwells and fire exits when you check into your hotel room.

• Ask the front desk clerk at the hotel if there are unsafe areas to avoid when sightseeing.

• Only take what you need with you for the day and avoid displaying large amounts of cash when making a purchase.

For more information on heat safety, check out nws.noaa.gov/os/heat/.

HEAT SAFETY Did you know that heat is the number one weather-related killer in the U.S.? Heat overexposure is especially dangerous for children and the elderly. The good news is that protection from the heat and the sun’s rays can be relatively easy to manage in contrast with some other weather-related dangers, so it’s crucial to know how to protect ourselves as we enter the height of summer.

“It’s essential to be heat smart,” says Dr. Ray Pinkston, Medical Director of Emergency Medicine at Sumner Regional Medical Center. “Whether you’re enjoying the outdoors or working in the heat, there are some simple steps you can take and tips to remember to prevent heat-related illnesses from becoming a problem for you and your loved ones.”

shoreline, rivers and lakes; currents and underwater hazards can make falling into the water dangerous.

• Wear a life jacket when boating (most boating fatalities occur from drowning).

• Avoid alcohol use.

• Only swim in designated areas supervised by lifeguards.

• Always swim with a buddy, even in lifeguarded areas.

• Never leave a child unattended near water or trust a child’s life to another child.

• Young children and inexperienced swimmers should wear U.S. Coast Guardapproved life jackets when around water.

• Refrain from playing around drains and suction fittings in the pool.

• Even when not swimming, be cautious near natural bodies of water like the ocean

These timely tips combined with a healthy dose of common sense will help ensure your vacation memories land squarely in the fun column! Learn more about Sumner Regional Medical Center at mysumnermedical.com.

FEATURE | Health & Wellness

HELP SAFEGUARD YOUR CHILD AND YOUR COMMUNITY’S HEALTH WITH VACCINATIONS AMANDA BARTON, FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER AT HIGH POINT HEALTH PARTNERS

In recent years, there has been continued debate about the risks and benefits of vaccination, but despite the noise, one thing remains clear: vaccines help prevent infectious diseases and save lives. And if that isn’t reason enough, childhood vaccinations are recommended by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the American Academy of Pediatrics.

measles virus, or they can be bacteria, like pneumococcus. Vaccines stimulate the immune system to react as if there was a real infection. The immune system fights off the ‘infection’ and remembers the organism so that it can fight the virus or bacteria quickly should it ever enter the body again.

“While some vaccines may cause mild reactions, including fever, rash, vomiting and swelling at the injection site, serious reactions are rare. In fact, according to the CDC, severe reactions occur in fewer than one in one million doses,” she adds.

“For parents, ensuring your child receives the appropriate vaccinations should be a priority,” says Amanda Barton, Family Nurse Practitioner at High Point Health Partners. “Vaccines not only help safeguard your child’s health, but also the health of the community in which you live.”

The CDC offers this timeline for getting your child immunized:

• The Hepatitis B vaccine should be administered to all newborns before being discharged from the hospital. After the first dose, a second vaccine should be given at one or two months of age. A final dose should be given at six to eighteen months of age, but not earlier than twenty-four weeks.

According to the CDC, early vaccination is encouraged against fourteen vaccinepreventable diseases, including: • Bacterial meningitis • Diphtheria • Hepatitis A and B • Influenza • Rubeola (red measles) • Mumps • Pertussis (whooping cough) • Pneumococcal disease • Polio • Rubella (German measles) • Tetanus (lockjaw) • Rotavirus • Varicella (chickenpox) • Human papillomavirus (HPV)

“Vaccines create immunity to certain diseases by using small amounts of a killed or weakened microorganism that causes the particular disease,” says Amanda.

“Microorganisms can be viruses, like the

• The first dose of the Rotavirus vaccine should be given between the ages of six weeks and fourteen weeks. The vaccine series should not be initiated if your child has reached fifteen weeks and, according to the CDC, the maximum age for the final dose is eight months.

• The Diphtheria and Tetanus Toxoids and Acellular Pertussis (DTaP) vaccine shouldn’t be given before the age of six weeks. The final dose to complete the series should be given between the ages of four and six years.

• There are two types of Pneumococcal vaccine. The minimum age for the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PVC) is six weeks; this type is recommended for all children under the age of five.

• The Polio vaccine shouldn’t be administered before the age of six weeks. The final dose to complete the series should be given at age four and at least six months following the previous dose.

• The Influenza vaccine should be given at six months of age or older, and should be administered annually thereafter.

• Measles, Mumps and Rubella vaccinations shouldn’t be administered before a child’s first birthday. The second dose should be given between the ages of four and six years.

• The Varicella vaccine shouldn’t be administered before a child’s first birthday. The second dose should be given between the ages of four and six years.

• The Hepatitis A vaccine shouldn’t be administered before age twelve months, but is highly recommended for all one year olds.

Older children can receive this vaccine if they live in an area that has a high risk of infection.

• The Meningococcal vaccine should be given to all eleven and twelve year olds, with a booster recommended at age sixteen.

• The HPV vaccine can be given in a twodose or three-dose series, beginning when a child is eleven to twelve years of age.

It is common for parents and caregivers to have questions about what is best for their children when it comes to vaccines. To learn more, talk to your pediatrician or visit cdc.gov/vaccines.

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COMMUNITY | Days Gone By

REMEMBERING

JOHN GARROTT

BY RYAN BAKER

Occasionally, someone comes along who makes such an impact on the area that they are from, that they are remembered for years to come, and sometimes even become a local legend. Last month we recalled the legend of Big Foot Spencer. This month we are going to remember the life of another local hero.

His name was John Garrott.

Now, if you have lived in Sumner County all your life or even just a short time, there is a good chance that you have your own stories or special memories of John. If not, I am sure that you have seen one of those giant Garrott Bros. concrete mixer trucks pass by a time or two. John and his father started Garrott Bros. in 1950, just three years after he graduated from Gallatin High School.

Along with starting a business, John developed a passion for historic preservation at an early age. It has been said that Sumner County has preserved its history better than any other county in Tennessee. A large part of this is due to the tireless efforts put

forth by Mr. Garrott. John was involved in numerous preservation projects across Middle Tennessee, but focused on Sumner County the most.

John was an avid collector. I like to say that he and his friend John Ramsey each had such a collection that their only option was to open a museum so that they would have a place to keep everything, but the truth is that John wanted to preserve it for future generations to enjoy and learn about their heritage.

Originally, artifacts were housed in Trousdale Place while the museum was being built. The museum is a three-story, 9,500 square-foot building that is located behind Trousdale Place. Around the same time the museum was getting ready to open, John purchased Stonewall, an antebellum home located just a few blocks from Gallatin’s historic downtown square.

Fast forward to 2015.

John had an idea for the future of the museum. Just next door to his residence sits the Carriage House, right next to East Main Street.

You cannot miss it if you are coming through town there. The building is yellow with a bright red door on the front.

This building has its own unique history, but

let’s save that for another time.

One of John’s biggest attributes was his generosity. In 2015, he raised the funds to purchase the Carriage House for the museum. He donated his home to the museum as well. With his home also came his workshop. John was a man of many talents, and one of those was hand crafted furniture.

John built hundreds of pieces of furniture in that workshop. Most of which he gave to local charities, civic clubs, and other nonprofit organizations for them to auction off to help raise funds. All John ever did was give back to his community, and he did that better than just about anyone.

During his lifetime John received more awards than one could count. I am just going to mention two of those here. In 2016, he received the Tennessee Historical Commission Preservation Leadership Award. Over the years, John was active in the preservation of Wynnewood, Cragfont and Rose Mont. He was involved with Bledsoe’s Lick Historical Association, the Sumner County Historical Society, the

“All John ever did was give back to his community, and he did that better than just about anyone.”

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Gallatin Historic District Commission and the Douglas-Clark House Advisory Committee. All of this on top of his efforts with the museum. The next award which I am told was his favorite, was the Silver Beaver Award. This is a council-level distinguished service award of the Boy Scouts of America. Recipients of this award are registered Scouters who have made an impact on the lives of youth through service given to the council.

I met John in 2016, shortly after I took a position with the museum. He wanted to know about my family history. He quickly linked our lineages and gave me some information on our ancestors.

A few weeks later he invited me to his house after a Rotary luncheon. It was that day I realized how tough of a man John was.

I was sure that I left the luncheon before John but when I arrived at his house, there he was, at eighty-seven years of age, mowing his grass, something he told me he loved to do. He took me into his workshop to show me a piece of furniture he was working on, even with parts of his fingers missing from previous accidents in the workshop.

As John’s health declined he was in and out of the hospital quite frequently. I knew this because any time he was admitted Mary Stone would call and let me know. She would also call me when he was released, and it would almost never fail that when she did,

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she would also tell me that he was on his way to the museum to give a tour. Sure enough, a few hours later, there was John, coming through the museum door. It did not matter if his head was bandaged or he had just broken his jaw, he would give a ninetyminute tour like nothing had happened. Fortunately, I was able to follow on several of those tours and can tell some of the stories like he did, because on this particular day, Monday, June 19, John did not come through those doors.

John Baker Garrott will be remembered as the concrete man, furniture craftsman and active preservationist. His generosity, enthusiasm and hard work enabled the creation of the Sumner County Museum.

To find out how you can help John’s vision become a reality, contact me at ryan.baker@sumnercountymuseum.org.

RYAN BAKER Days Gone By

Ryan Baker was born and raised in Sumner County and has lived here for more than thirty years. As Executive Director of the Sumner County Museum, he collects and preserves objects and artifacts related to Sumner County history, and provides educational programs and exhibits. Learn more at sumnercountymuseum.org.

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PASSING ON THE TRADITION OF ARCHERY

BY DANNY WILLOUGHBY | ARC OF THE ARROW ARCHERY, LLC

Fred Bear, one of the great American pioneers of archery, once said, “The history of the bow and arrow is the history of mankind.”

The bow and arrow are two of the oldest tools known to mankind, dating back to the Stone Age. As the bow and arrow became dominant, history began to change. Experts believe the bow and arrow are one of the three most important inventions in human history – right alongside the discovery of fire and the development of speech. Primitive cave paintings, such as those discovered in Eastern Spain, prove that man has hunted

“Archery is a lifelong sport that’s gaining popularity because people of all ages and skill levels can enjoy it together in various ways.”

with a bow and arrow for at least 12,000 years. Ancient arrowheads found at BirEl-Atir in Tunisia date back even further, some as early as forty thousand years ago.

Throughout the ages, archery has been handed down to the new generation.

Originally it was passed on as a survival and war tool, which developed into sport and competition. One of the first organized competitions were held in England around the 14th century.

This came about due to the English army’s longbow, which was considered one of their most important weapons. The first Olympic competition was in 1900. Although these factors were the incentive to pass on the skill, it became a sport just because it was...FUN! Archery is a lifelong sport that’s gaining popularity because people of all ages and skill levels can enjoy it together in various ways.

You do not have to have a certain physical makeup to be successful and have fun participating in archery. It is a year-round sport that can take place both outdoor and indoor. The passing on of a tradition does not happen without those that are willing to pass it on.

There are multiple types of archery including, traditional, compound, competition, hunting, target and 3D. Traditional archery is focused on the longbows and recurves, which can be made with more modern methods or utilizing

some of the original primitive methods. A selfbow, a bow made from a single piece of wood, is more of a primitive style bow.

A self-bow can easily be made by taking a log of good bow wood, then removing everything that is not a bow. To go with the self-bow would be wooden arrows fletched with turkey feathers.

Archery has had a tremendous increase in popularity over the recent years, but the competition of all the other sports seems to restrict the opportunities to get involved in an archery program. There is a great interest in archery, but it takes a joint effort of the community to create more opportunities to get involved. Just as with other sports, archery opportunities are created through the development of archery programs. USA Archery has programs that range from the first time you put your hands on a bow, all the way to Olympic/International competition and everything in between.

Happy shooting!

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SOCIAL | Rose Mont Renaissance Photography by Melissa DelRossi Historic Rose Mont held the Rose Mont Renaissance festival, showcasing local vendors and small businesses in Sumner County. Guests shopped the beautiful handmade crafts while enjoying cold treats from the ice cream truck. Community programs, such as Bass-n-Buddies, a nonprofit organization providing mentoring opportunities to disadvantaged and handicapped kids through fishing and other outdoor activities, got the opportunity to share their mission with fellow community members.

Reaching out to its community, Rose Mont has recently added adult painting classes held twice a month in their reception hall hosted by The Painted Lady. By popular demand, Rose Mont will soon be introducing children’s painting classes, as well. To learn more about historic Rose Mont and their events, visit historicrosemont.com.

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There isn’t a more idyllic spot or view than one on the lake, and the Dolinka family is lucky to call this lakeside location one of their homes. Perfectly situated in Gallatin on Old Hickory Lake, this waterfront property is nothing short of amazing. The 4,800 square-foot classic Americana style home was carefully designed and constructed for big family gatherings and celebrations.

Originally from southern California, the Dolinka family, who have one child in college and another who just graduated, wanted to find a second property that would be a great vacation home by the lake.

“We wanted to build a second home and wanted it by the lake,” says Michelle Dolinka. “My sister said, ‘If you want a lake home, Tennessee has beautiful lakes.’ On a weekend

trip to Nashville, we fell in love with the area and the people, and after that, I kept researching lake home properties in Tennessee near a country club that would have golfing for my husband.”

Fairvue Plantation in Gallatin kept popping up on her searches and she knew she needed to learn more about the neighborhood. Staying close to the city, having a lakeside home and being near a community that offered a country club and golf course were some of the top requirements on their list.

The Fairvue Plantation neighborhood they live in also boasts the community vibe they have in their other home and has numerous amenities to enjoy.

In the neighborhood, the Dolinka family can enjoy numerous amenities including dining in the clubhouse, twenty-four hour fitness facility, guest cottages, eighteen-hole golf course and pool.

The couple found their plot of land at Fairvue Plantation during a visit, but residing on the opposite coast, they needed a team to help them bring their vision together. Michelle and her husband, Benjamin, turned to Shaun Dougherty of SDI Interiors, Shane Holt of Botsko Builders Inc. and Michael Oakley of Oakley Landscapes Company.

A PLACE TO HOST One important aspect the Dolinka’s wanted in their home was to make it a home that could accommodate many guests comfortably for regular gatherings. Off the kitchen, they designed a banquet style dining area to fit numerous guests with a true family style sit down meal overlooking the lake.

“We created an uncomplicated environment, a space that allowed its guests to come in and kick off their shoes. Complete relaxation from their busy life in California,” says Shaun Dougherty of SDI Interiors.

When asked about her favorite room, it was hard for Michelle to pick a favorite, but with a desire to bring guests to the home and host she says, “We spend most of our time in the gathering areas like the kitchen and family room.”

The backyard is another central spot that was designed for hosting, footsteps from the lake, complete with a fire pit and adirondak chairs to sit back and relax with friends. Their landscaper

Michael Oakley from Oakley Landscapes Company constructed their fire pit out back by the lake. “We had this vision for this fire pit and I swear Michael is an artist the way he pieced everything together,” says Michelle.

PERSONALITY AND TASTE Shaun helped to bring out the family’s personality through various elements around the home. “We created a natural and organic element throughout the home with pops of turquoise, burnt umber and tangerine colors. We wanted to bring out the feel of the fun lake house living,” says Shaun.

“Thank goodness for Pinterest,” exclaims Michelle as she describes how she worked with Shaun on a lot of the looks, styles and elements she wanted to include around the house.

Shaun helped to piece elements together throughout the home with this tool. “Shaun knew my personality,” says Michelle.

“I didn’t have to work too hard to bring out Michelle’s style. She knew exactly what she wanted and it was up to me to create that story,” says Shaun. “Michelle has an amazing eye for design, which allowed me to really enjoy shopping with her. We did a lot of ‘Pinteresting’ because their primary residence is in California, we had to communicate this way. Visiting a handful of times, it was very important that the meetings were productive and the design was spot on for their desires.”

“I wanted every room in the house to be different,” says Michelle. “They all kind of compliment each other with style, colors and the vacation home and lake house kind of feel.

I wanted the home to be a place where people would be comfortable and come together.”

What started off as a vacation home, will soon transition into their primary residence, with their California home being their second residence. This beautiful retreat is a place the Dolinka’s can call home and a place that draws guests and in and makes them feel at home too.

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Prices in Sumner County real estate continue to impress, with June posting average singlefamily home sales over $300,000 for the first time ever, at $308,366. It’s eighteen percent higher than the June 2016 average sale price of $261,010.

Homes were spending an average of just twenty-two days on the market as well, the shortest amount of time in at least a decade.

Residential median home prices have been on a steady increase all year too, $30,000 more in June that in January at $279,900. And it is 17.5 percent higher than June 2016, when the median home sale price was $238,200.

“While these numbers look really great, everyone knows this kind of appreciation in values is not sustainable over the long haul,” says Oliver Barry, president of the Sumner Association of Realtors, of the June 2017 sales stats.

“I look for home prices to stabilize over the next few months as builders catch up a little with demand,” Oliver says.

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SOCIAL | Hendersonville Freedom Festival Sponsored Event

Photography by Haley Anthony The annual Hendersonville Freedom Festival, held at Drakes Creek Park, brings Hendersonville and surrounding Sumner County cities together for a day early Independence Day celebration. The festival began with the “Hendersonville’s Got Talent” competition where seventeen finalists, of all ages, competed for the prize. Jarren Blair won the competition and the $1,000 prize. Entertainment for the rest of the festival included a Kids Zone, food, music from Unlikely Suspects and Limitless and the grand finale of fireworks. All proceeds raised from this event will provide grants to outstanding teachers in the Hendersonville area. To learn more about the Hendersonville Area Chamber of Commerce and their events, visit hendersonvillechamber.com.

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On a daily basis, we all find ourselves going through our checklists; sending e-mails, replying to text messages, appointments, meetings, work, kids, shopping…the list goes on. However stressful and overwhelming our lists are, they are often still missing a very important item, RELAXATION. With our busy schedules and constant demands the need to escape is more important than ever. Where can we go for refuge from the non-stop frenzy that we call life? We need a sanctuary, a place to unplug and unwind.

Creating that place is easier than you may think.

First consider what helps you to relax; a bath, a book, meditation, or simply a moment of reflection. Your sanctuary should be where you feel most comfortable. Your sanctuary could be at home or at work. It could be a bathroom, bedroom, or something as simple as a reading nook or favorite chair. The key to turning a favorite spot into a sanctuary is simply creating a relaxing atmosphere.

"The key to turning a favorite spot into a sanctuary is simply creating a relaxing atmosphere."

EXAMINE THE VISUAL ASPECTS IN THE ROOM. Keep it clean and simple. Keep the area clean and clutter free. Remove unnecessary items from tables and counters. It’s difficult to take a break from electronics when they are sitting on the table next to you. Natural lighting is best, but if that is not possible, keep lighting soft. Light filtering shades and drapery help create soft lighting. Also, using hidden fixtures can help create the illusion of an airy and open space. Paint colors and inviting textures can help create a relaxing environment also. Wood floors usually add a warm feel to a room while tile offers a cool clean feel that some prefer. There are many choices so it helps to get the opinion of a professional designer to avoid costly mistakes later on.

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NEXT, BRING IN A LITTLE NATURE. Wall coverings such as grass cloth bring the feel of the outside into the space. Fresh cut flowers and live plants help create an atmosphere of calm and well-being. Live plants also produce oxygen and help clean the air. Plants that are aesthetically pleasing as well as fragrant will help create the right aroma for your sanctuary. Adding incense, oil diffusers, or candles can help calm the senses to achieve a more relaxing atmosphere.

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Creating a personal refuge doesn’t have to be an overwhelming task. By just making a few changes to your existing spaces, you can have your very own retreat. A sanctuary is a key ingredient to a healthy and happy lifestyle.

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AT A SECLUDED BEACHFRONT SANCTUARY IN DESTIN, FLORIDA

BY SHELLY ROBERTSON BIRDSONG

While there’s no shortage of beach front hotels in Florida to choose from when deciding where to book your beach vacation, if you’re looking for a romantic, adults-only getaway, look no further than the Henderson Park Inn in Destin, Florida. It takes a certain kind of special for me to personally rave about, without pause, a hotel. But from the very first time I visited the Henderson Park Inn, I have been entranced. For me it was an oasis at the end of a busy, hot, vacationerridden (mostly kids and teenagers), road.

A surprise amidst the high rises and stucco condo buildings - this was to become my favorite getaway of all.

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along the 30A and 98 coast of the Panhandle.

Straight out of Martha’s Vineyard or the Hamptons, it is in a word, picaresque, set against the turquoise sea. Its wide patio and veranda boast rocking chairs, yes thats right, rocking chairs, and a porch swing. I was in love! The Inn itself is best described as a modern luxury boutique hotel, but a step back in time in romantic beach ambiance.

A large veranda overlooks a long expanse of grass and the beautiful white sugar sands of the Emerald Coast. Guest rooms are elegant private sanctuaries and evoke a feeling of relaxation and serenity. It is adults only, so you are immediately met with the sound of... the waves, and nothing more. All rooms face the sea and are fully equipped with well,

really everything you need for your escape.

Don’t bring beach towels, they have them.

No need to haul that beach set- up - yours is complimentary with your stay. As for food; well they have you covered around the clock starting with a gourmet breakfast, perfect picnic lunch, endless array of snacks and beverages all day and the happiest of hours each afternoon on the back veranda for you and fellow guests as you watch the sun go down over the beautiful Henderson Park.

Oh, I forgot to mention that to one side of the Inn, there is nothing but a preserved beach and park - so, no buildings, no beach tents, no volley ball, nothing, except maybe a sea turtle or two.

You really don’t need to leave at all, even for dining out, with the exemplary restaurant on site. There are so many small touches that make it stand out from the fray - wine and fruit in your room upon arrival, a host of books and games to borrow, bikes if you are feeling like exploring, a fresh pitcher of lemonade and cookies as you come in from the sun. It is something out of a novel I have read, about beach trips in the long ago past to elegant and quaint inns where your every need and desire was immediately met, but in a calm, peaceful and unassuming way.

I have shared the Henderson Park Inn with so many people in the last fifteen years, sending my mother and stepfather their for their getaway, taking my very best girlfriends and sister there to celebrate my fortieth birthday and of course countless visits with my husband, including the visit when he got down on one knee with Henderson Park Inn as our backdrop and asked me to marry him.

NEW LUXURY AMENITIES On our most recent visit to the Inn, we specifically went to experience their newly added amenities. Just when you thought it couldn’t get any better, now the idyllic boutique hotel is on par with the finest small hotels in the world. Guests at the Henderson Park Inn can have the best of both worlds: the serenity of their beach-side luxury boutique hotel along with access to all of the wonderful amenities next door, at The Henderson, a Salamander Beach & Spa Resort. The Inn’s sister property, is home to two luxurious swimming pools. Couples will love relaxing at the Adults Only Pool, which features a luxury cabana with poolside beverage service. Guests who want to keep up with their workout routine can take advantage of The Henderson’s excellent fitness center and ongoing fitness activities. For the ultimate relaxation, Henderson Park Inn guests can book spa services including massages, facials, manicures, pedicures, mineral scrubs and more. All the things you didn’t even miss at the Inn, now are included as part of your incredible stay as well.

AN UNFORGETTABLE CULINARY EXPERIENCE The Henderson Park Inn’s on-site restaurant, Beach Walk Café, has built a reputation as Destin’s premier location for fine dining. With outstanding cuisine, personalized service and unparalleled views, Beach Walk Café is pure indulgence in romantic waterfront dining on one of the most breathtaking settings on the Gulf Coast. It’s no surprise that Beach Walk Café has been selected as one of the top 100 most romantic restaurants in the United States by OpenTable. For the most romantic dinner on the gulf and possibly of your life, reserve Beach Walk Café’s Toes in the Sand dining experience. Enjoy a private table at the water’s edge under the stars with a dedicated server and watch the sun set into the gulf for a truly memorable evening!

Now more than ever, the Henderson Park Inn is the perfect destination for a couple’s retreat. Voted the most romantic hotel in America by both the users of About.com and TripAdvisor.com, it is easy to see why the Henderson Park Inn has become a nationally recognized destination for honeymoons, anniversaries, and couples getaways.

Our beach memories made in this special place will never fade and we look forward to making so many more at our favorite, magical destination. Find the ultimate sanctuary for romance and serenity.

Visit HendersonParkInn.com for more information.

SOCIAL | Bold Enough Rodeo Challenge

BUSINESS | The Scoop

Photography by Dan Hood The Sumner County Anti-Drug Coalition held the ninth annual Bold Enough Rodeo Challenge at Triple Creek Park in Gallatin.

The two-night rodeo featured professional rodeo athletes from all over the southeast United States competing in a wide array of spectacles. The event also featured pony rides, refreshments, games and a mechanical bull ride. All proceeds benefited the Sumner County Anti-Drug Coalition, helping to raise awareness of the dangers of drug abuse, drinking and tobacco. For more information, go to sumnercoalition.org.

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NEW WORTHINGTON GALLERIES HOLDS GRAND OPENING The grand opening on July 14 at their Gallatin location celebrated Worthington Galleries’ extensive and growing fine art collection. The artwork on display is only a portion of what many consider to be the largest private art collection in the State of Tennessee. This expansive collection was amassed by a private collector over the course of a lifetime and from travels to over fifty countries. Worthington Galleries believes their collection can satisfy the needs of anyone seeking art from this uniquely varied selection of artwork. At Worthington Galleries: “We don’t just sell art, we sell history.” Worthington offers services that include private sales, consultation, restoration and conservation, auctions, and authentication. Contact their professional art team for a consultation on their many services at worthingtongalleries.com.

GOODLETTSVILLE HIRES CHAMBER CEO AS FIRST TOURISM DIRECTOR The city’s search for its first Tourism Director drew interest from some highly qualified candidates, but a local community leader emerged on top. City Manager Tim Ellis has announced the hiring of Kimberly Lynn to fill the recently created position. Lynn comes into the position from the Goodlettsville Area Chamber of Commerce, where she has served as President and CEO since 2011. She has also served as the Executive Director of Leadership Goodlettsville over the past two years. The Tourism Director position was created shortly after the City of Goodlettsville Board of Commissioners had the vision to establish a Visitors and Tourism Board. The purpose of the Board is to develop means in which to bring visitation and tourism to Goodlettsville. For more, visit goodlettsville.gov.

HERITAGE LAW GROUP TO HOST SUMNER COUNTY WILLS FOR HEROES Heritage Law Group, PLLC will host the Sumner County Wills For Heroes workshop on September 25, 2017 in Gallatin, for all Law Enforcement Personnel, Firefighters and EMS First Responders of Sumner County. The workshop provides essential legal documents to first responder heroes in Sumner County, with all fees waived. Legal documents include wills, living wills and powers of attorney. This workshop is open to all Law Enforcement Personnel, Firefighters, and EMS First Responders of Sumner County only. Attorney Jake Mason, owner of Heritage Law Group, PLLC, will be joined by other attorneys from Middle Tennessee. Attendees will enjoy complimentary food, entertainment and local vendors throughout the day. Any net proceeds or donations from the event will be donated to The 100 Club of Sumner County. Register and complete the online form at heritagelawtn.com.

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

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BUSINESS | We’re In the Money

At the beginning of each training camp, Vince Lombardi would tell his players, “Gentleman, this is a football.” Then he would say they wouldn’t see it again until they had mastered the fundamentals of the game. That point really hits what we do as advisors at Paul Winkler Inc. - which is to get you to focus, not on the short run, but what your overall goals are. While the market has been positive recently, it’s only a matter of time before we see down markets again. Here are a few steps to help you avoid sabotaging your portfolio.

Don’t lose your perspective. In the last forty-five years a globally allocated 60/40 stock/bond portfolio has never had a negative rolling five-year return. Resisting recency bias (i.e. thinking about what the market did in 2008) is the greatest struggle for most investors. You don’t have to be irrationally long-term, but focusing on the short-term is just as irrational. Remember why the portfolio allocation was structured, and realizing there are bumps (volatility) along the way. Continue to work closely with your advisor to make sure planning goals are on track.

Turn off the news. Most of the financial media isn’t there to help you. They are there to get your attention to earn a profit selling ad placements. There is no emotion more powerful than fear. This is why financial TV ratings surge during bear markets. You tune in, get scared, get caught in the hysteria, sell in, panic, rinse, wash, repeat.

Stop looking at your account. A research firm found that investors who don’t log into their accounts perform better than investors who login regularly. Logging in and incessantly focusing on your portfolio is about the best way to ensure you become a victim of recency bias. If you have a reasonable plan in place, you need to let time do the heavy lifting.

Focus on something else. Get your mind off the short-term swings in the market. There is nothing you can do to control the markets.

Excessive activity is the illusion of control during the course of creating inefficient portfolio frictions. Get your mind off your portfolio by focusing on hobbies or work.

Sound familiar? Feel free to give our Gallatin office a call at 615.461.8653, or check us out at paulwinkler.com. We can set up a free initial consultation to determine if our office can help you.

Until next month, Jonathan Walker, CFP®, RICP® *Advisory services offered through Paul Winkler, Inc. (“PWI”), a Registered Investment Advisor. PWI does not provide tax or legal advice; please consult your tax or legal advisor regarding your particular situation. This information is provided for informational purposes only and should not be construed to be a solicitation for the purchase or sale of any securities.

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SOCIAL | Hendersonville Chamber After Hours Photography by Melissa DelRossi The Hendersonville Chamber of Commerce held their monthly Business After Hours event to welcome a new business to the area.

This month, they welcomed Citizens Bank, located on Cinema Drive in Hendersonville. Members and guests came out and enjoyed food and drinks, raffles, a photo booth and good laughs with other community members and friends. The Hendersonville Chamber of Commerce strives to promote, advocate and support the businesses within the Hendersonville area. To find out more about the Hendersonville Chamber of Commerce and upcoming events, visit hendersonvillechamber.com.

Cheryl Sesler & Don Ames

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Rosemary Bianchi & Heather Currie

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Chip Cox & Stephen Sanders

Emily Birchall & Area Frondorf

Patti Corn & Linda Bolt

Daniel Sturdivant & James Branch

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THE HENDERSONVILLE AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE HAS A SEVERAL UPCOMING EVENTS THAT ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

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HENDERSONVILLE IS HIRING JOB FAIR Hendersonville is Hiring Job Fair is being hosted on Union University’s Hendersonville campus on August 16 from 10am–2pm. This event will have businesses in the area that are looking to fill positions, resume assistance, and interview technique guidance. This event has free admission.

WOMEN IMPACTING THE COMMUNITY LUNCHEON Women Impacting the Community Luncheon is a motivational speaker luncheon on August 17 from 11am–1:30pm at The Club at Fairview. Speakers, Shelley Ames and Cheryl Strichik, will be speaking on the topic “Honoring our Past & Celebrating our Future”.

Tickets are $25 for Chamber members and $30 for non-members at hendersonvillechamber.com. Seating is limited.

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TASTE OF HENDERSONVILLE Taste of Hendersonville is on September 28 in the Streets of Indian Lake from 5pm – 8pm.

There will be a variety of restaurants giving tastes of their featured dishes, live music, judging for “Best of ” awards, a Kids Zone, and much more! Tickets are on sale now at hendersonvillechamber.com under the events tab.

Cheryl Sesler, Julie White, Linda Bolt & Patti Corn

The Hendersonville Area Chamber of Commerce is Sumner County’s largest Chamber, representing the interests of its 800+ member businesses and 8,730 member employees throughout the area. The Chamber’s talented, professional staff works with hundreds of engaged member companies, volunteers and partners in an effort to create and sustain a dynamic Hendersonville. In addition to helping advance member businesses, the Hendersonville Chamber works in partnership with other chambers in the Nashville region in pursuit of success in today’s global economy. Learn more about the Chamber and their events at hendersonvillechamber.com.

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Backpack? Check. Lunchbox? Check.

Pencils and paper? Check.

Back-to-School time is here with the usual book and supply checklists for students.

Beyond that ritual, I recommend parents have a different sort of checklist in mind as their children and teens get used to classroom life again. It’s really a check-in list to help manage a child’s total wellbeing.

We know that any change – good or bad – causes some level of anxiety among students, and a new school year is full of changing routines. Different teachers, alternating combinations of classmates, maybe a new building; it all breeds nervousness in kids that you as a parent can help keep in check.

You won’t be graded on this, but take notes – here are three areas to monitor as classes begin.

Social Situation – Be aware of your child’s social comfort level once the new school year is under way. Does he or she have any of the same teachers from previous grades that they particularly like? What friends – new and old – are in their classes? As a parent, you want your child to have healthy social engagement from the start and look forward to seeing someone every day. Without that connection, kids may already feel lost.

Emotional Expression – Tired of asking, “How was school?” and then settling for the answer, “Fine” or “Good?” Try approaching the topic from angles that lead your child to describe whatever excitements (or disappointments) they may be experiencing in the first days and weeks. New schedule, new topics of study, maybe a completely new school –

there’s a lot to be processed and expressed there! Kids may roll their eyes, but keep showing your interest and be a welcoming destination for good conversation.

Physical Factors – If your child is in a new building this year, be sure he or she avoids undue stress by learning the physical layout before the bell rings on day one. Find out in advance where each class is located, how to get to the cafeteria and which hallway leads to the main office. If it’s uncool for mom or dad to show the ropes, a sibling or trusted neighborhood kid a few grades ahead may be able to help.

There’s also physical reconditioning that’s often necessary to prepare for being back in school. Encourage your child to reset sleeping habits days before classes start and set a plan for organizing homework and extracurricular activities back into the schedule. The sooner a routine returns, the better it is for everyone.

Keep checking that check-in list so your child starts the year off strong. If you want any guidance or added support along the way, Centerstone has child and family therapists in 250 schools and twenty outpatient locations throughout Middle Tennessee. We’re here to help at 888.291.4357 (HELP).

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NEW PRINCIPAL AT MILLERSVILLE ELEMENTARY Dr. Del Phillips, Sumner County Director of Schools, is pleased to announce he has named Tracey Carson as the new principal for Millersville Elementary. Tracey has served the district as a lead educator since 2014. Most recently, she has been the lead educator at Millersville Elementary. Prior to 2014, Tracey served the Portland community as an elementary teacher.

“I am excited to continue the great and impactful work already happening at Millersville Elementary. Our school community has a growth mindset that will propel our students to college and career readiness. Having been a lead educator at Millersville Elementary for the past two years, I already know and love the students, teachers, community, and parents,” Tracey said. Del stated, “Tracey is a natural fit for Millersville Elementary. She has already had an instructional impact on the school and community. We are anticipating a long and fruitful career for Tracey at Millersville.”

SUMNER COUNTY SCHOOLS WILL CLOSE ON ECLIPSE DAY Sumner County Schools have voted to close school on Monday, August 21 for the total solar eclipse, one of the long-awaited events in the Sumner County area, which is expected to draw a large number of visitors from all over. With this decision, Sumner County Schools have decided to shorten the spring break vacation by a day for this switch. Students will now attend school on Thursday, March 22 and Spring Break will be Friday, March 23 through Sunday, April 1.

SUMNER COUNTY SCHOOLS ARE HIRING If you are considering a career with Sumner County Schools, whether it is elementary, middle or high school, there are many jobs available on their online site throughout all the counties in Sumner. There are various and diverse openings for custodian staff, school nutrition staff workers, library clerks and a wide range of teaching positions for math, history and science, to name a few. If you are interested in pursuing a career within the Sumner County Schools, visit sumnerschools.org/index. php/careers-with-sumner-county-schools.

Stars of Comic television shows and movies along with their fans descended on the Music City Center in downtown Nashville for the Heroes & Villains Fan Fest. It was a two-day convention to meet stars of Guardians of the Galaxy, Legends of Tomorrow, Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. and Gotham. Guardians star Sean Gunn, the Walking Dead’s Michael Rooker and Supergirl Melissa Benoist along with other comic heroes and villains, delighted fans with autographs and photo ops. Fans came dressed as their favorite comic characters, practiced archery, climbed the velcro wall and tested their agility on the obstacle course. For more information on next year’s convention, visit heroesfanfest.com.

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LIFESTYLE | Your Kids

DOES YOUR CHILD HAVE A

Speech Problem?

BY GINGER JONES

It can be hard to identify whether your little one is just a bit of a late talker, says a few words in a cute and funny way, or has a need that may need to be assessed by a speech language pathologist (SLP).

Language disorders can affect vocabulary, grammar, comprehension, complexity of spoken language, concept development, reading and pragmatic (social) skills.

That’s why they’re so important to address early on. The brain becomes less “plastic,” meaning it is harder to learn new things after age seven, so early intervention is a key. As an SLP, I can offer a little advice.

Here are some other milestones to look for to help you identify an articulation or speech sound problem, from The American Speech-Language and Hearing Association.

BIRTH-THREE MONTHS Cooing Different cries for different needs Smiling when they see you

I have a great rule of thumb to help you identify an articulation or speech sound problem. At two-years-old, your child should be fifty percent intelligible to an unfamiliar listener. This means that someone who doesn’t hear your child talk every day like you do can easily understand half of the things they’re saying, without context. At age three, this goes up to seventy-five percent and at age four, 100 percent.

What kinds of activities can you be doing at home to encourage your little one to talk?

Here are a few: BECOME YOUR CHILD’S NARRATOR. Act as if you’re narrating the movie of their life. Point out everything they see, do, and every single move they make when you can.

It might feel silly, but it’s so beneficial for them to hear it.

If you’re concerned, talk to your pediatrician about getting an evaluation with a speechlanguage pathologist. An SLP will assess multiple areas of communication.

READ EVERY DAY. It seems simple, but it’s one of the easiest and most effective ways to encourage your child to talk.

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ENGAGE IN VOCAL PLAY WITH YOUR CHILD. When they’re very small, repeat back to them the babbling sounds that they’re making. Once they see you imitating them, it can encourage them to imitate back.

How is your child communicating?

Why are they communicating?

Are they using appropriate sentence lengths?

Is their vocabulary growing daily and weekly?

Can unfamiliar listeners understand what they’re saying?

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What is their non-verbal communication like?

Babbling noises begin to sound more like speech Vocalizing happiness and sadness Laughter

How are their imitation skills?

There is a broad range of normal when it comes to speech and language skills and children develop at different paces. However, it can never hurt to have an evaluation if you’re are concerned. For more tips please visit, jonestherapyservices.com.

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Ginger is a Speech-Language Pathologist, Certified Auditory Verbal Therapist and the Founder, CEO of Jones Therapy Services, LLC which provides speech-language, occupational, and physical therapy in nine locations across Middle and East Tennessee.

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COMMUNITY | Up the Road

Holiday World Offers a Great Way to End the Summer It’s 1941 and Louis J. Koch visits the town of Santa Claus, Indiana, and begins plans to open what is to become the world’s first theme park. In 1946, they celebrate opening day of the world’s first theme park, Santa Claus Land which includes The Freedom Train, still in operation to this day.

Flash forward to 2017 and Consumers Digest names, what is now known as Holiday World: ‘Top Value Park’ and TripAdvisor awards the park their Certificate of Excellence.

In its June issue, Consumers Digest states Holiday World earned the top “bang for the buck” ranking with its “charming retro holiday theme” along with free soft drinks, free parking and free sunscreen. The article also mentions the park’s Voyage wooden roller coaster as well as Mammoth, certified by Guinness World Records as the World’s Longest Water Coaster. Additionally, for the sixth year, Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari have received a Certificate of Excellence award from TripAdvisor.com. The accolade is given only to establishments that consistently achieve outstanding traveler reviews on TripAdvisor. TripAdvisor is the world’s largest travel website. “This award is a huge pat on the back for our wonderful hosts and hostesses,” says Matt Eckert, Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari’s president. “From our sweepers to our food-andbeverage crews, from lifeguards to ride operators and everyone else, our staff consistently delivers a memorable day of fun for our park guests – it’s our tradition!”

Recently USA Today and TripAdvisor teamed up to determine the Top Attraction in each state, based on reviews and ratings. Holiday World was named Indiana’s top-rated attraction. USA Today also named Splashin’ Safari the nation’s #1 Outdoor Water Park in May, following month-long readers’ poll.

If you are looking for some end of summer fun, there is still plenty of time to take the short trip up the road to Santa Claus, Indiana and experience Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari. How about a family pack of tickets courtesy of Your Sumner and Holiday World?

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LIFESTYLE | Arts & Culture

A Very Special Artist BERNADETTE RESHA PROVES DISABILITY IS NO BARRIER

BY JENNIFER EASTON

Bernadette Resha of Gallatin is a woman of many talents. She loves creating art.

Her vivid nature scenes - crafted slowly, deliberately, stroke by stroke - are currently available at Worthington Galleries in Gallatin.

Aside from being an acclaimed artist, Bernadette is an accomplished violinist, model, television and movie actress, winning athlete, national spokesman, and she’s performed magic on stage for thousands.

She was also born with Down syndrome, and at thirty-eight, continues to defy shortsighted doctors who said she would never live a meaningful life.

“My art makes me feel proud,” says Bernadette.

Down syndrome, caused by a chromosomal abnormality, comes with decreased motor and cognitive skills along with increased risk for heart defects, respiratory and hearing problems.

The life expectancy for a person with Down’s was twenty-five in 1983, according to the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) website, ndss.org. Today, it is sixty.

Prior to 1975, it was not mandated that children born with Down syndrome be educated. Quality education, better

healthcare, and living in a stimulating environment have dramatically improved the life of people born with Down syndrome in recent decades, according to the NDSS. There were very few resources and little support available for Gwenn and Louis Resha when their daughter was born in 1978. Doctors painted a bleak picture of what Bernadette’s future would look like.

“Medical professionals treated her like she was contagious,” says Gwenn Resha, Bernadette’s mother. “They told me to put her in an institution and quickly have another baby; they said she would never be able to do anything.” Gwenn and Louis didn’t take doctors’ advice.

Beginning from the day they brought her home from the hospital, they took her out in public and focused on creating educational opportunities for their daughter.

When Bernadette began showing interest in the arts as a toddler, they encouraged her to draw and enrolled her in violin classes.

“I expected her to do things like any other kid,” Gwenn says. “If she proved she couldn’t do something then that was okay, but I expected her to try.”

Bernadette not only exceeded expectations, ART BY BERNADETTE RESHA To see Bernadette’s art, visit Worthington Galleries 112 Public Square, Gallatin Monday-Fridays 9am-6pm Saturdays 10am-3pm 615.527.7970 worthingtongalleries.com Learn more about the artist at: bernadetteresha.com

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but surprised everyone when she excelled in many activities. She continued playing the violin in her teens and was on the swim team at Hillsboro High School, where she consistently won relay races.

When Bernadette discovered she liked the stage in her teens, she began studying drama.

Her interest resulted in an invitation to perform with a Nashville magic troupe made up of illusionists with intellectual disabilities, Merlin and the Court Jesters. As part of the troupe, Bernadette gave more than 275 performances in front of more than 55,000 people.

“Magic is something you do for makebelieve. You don’t tell the magic. It’s like acting,” Bernadette says.

Performing gave Bernadette the acting bug.

She appeared in the 1997 film Gummo and has since appeared in television shows, commercials and a music video. She also served as a paid national spokesman for Easter Seals and the Special Olympics.

“I would still like to do more acting, more drama. I want to be a movie star on the red carpet,” Bernadette says.

A FLOURISHING ART CAREER While she loves having an audience, her passion is painting. She has taken art classes from Pam Francis in Franklin for five years.

Her art career took off after she was invited to participate in a small art show at Green Hills Mall in 2002.

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WORLD PREMIERE The organizers said, “Make sure she knows she’s not going to sell anything,” Gwenn recalled. “She was the only one that sold anything that day.”

From there, Bernadette’s work was in demand. She began doing three to four art shows a month. “She was a top seller. She always sold out,” says her father Louis Resha.

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Galleries across the country came calling to exhibit Bernadette’s work. Bernadette received more attention when one of her paintings appeared nationwide on a Diet Pepsi can promoting Best Buddies International. Locally, Bernadette’s work is currently on display at Worthington Galleries in Gallatin.

INSPIRED BY NATURE When it comes to her art, Bernadette takes inspiration from nature. She enjoys painting scenes of the outdoors, plants and animals. Butterflies and flowers are her favorite.

Bernadette paints every day. Because Down syndrome limits handeye coordination, it takes her much longer than most artists to complete a piece. On average, she’ll work on a painting for at least a month, and up to three months on more complicated pieces.

She enjoys experimenting with different mediums, she said. She’s currently painting more with watercolors and learning techniques with pottery and glass.

Her goals for the future include becoming more independent and living on her own again.

Bernadette knows that, because of Down syndrome, certain things in life challenge her more than others.

Yet through her faith and the arts, she’s gained selfconfidence that’s helped her manage those challenges.

“God made me with Down syndrome. He gave me very special things to make me more independent,” Bernadette says. “I want to keep doing my art because God wants me to be happy.”

JENNIFER EASTON Arts & Culture

Jennifer is a freelance writer, public relations and media specialist from Sumner County. She is an enthusiastic art collector who writes about history and art for Worthington Galleries. Jennifer serves on the board of the Sumner County Historical Society.

Part of the Plan, a new American musical, is a powerful story spanning three decades, scored with the music and lyrics of the late, celebrated singer-songwriter Dan Fogelberg. Directed by Tony-nominee Lynne TaylorCorbett (Swing!), with a book

by Kate Atkinson & Karen Harris, the show interweaves 20 iconic Fogelberg songs arranged by Grammy Award winners Victor Vanacore (Ray Charles) and Laurence Juber (Paul McCartney), including “Leader of the Band,” “Longer,” Broadway Series sponsored by

and “Same Old Lang Syne.”

The original story follows the lives of an adopted boy and the teenaged girl who is forced to give him up. While exploring themes of love, loss, renewal, and how everything in life happens for a reason, Part of the Plan brings Fogelberg’s music to a new generation as well as to the many die-hard fans who long to hear his music in all forms.

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Bring a blanket or lawn chair and head to Centennial Park in Nashville for their annual Shakespeare in the Park performances from August 10 through September 17 to see Antony & Cleopatra and The Winter’s Tale. Enjoy some cooler weather outdoors as Shakespeare’s greatest works are brought to life. Food and drink vendors are there at 6pm along with “Talking Shakespeare,” with various special guests, pre-show entertainment at 6:30pm and the performance at 7:30pm.

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Held on both August 25 and 26 from 7:30pm-11pm at Cheekwood, the night will feature an evening of song and symphony on the idyllic grounds. Located on the Swan Lawn, you’ll hear music from the Music City-Hit Makers along with the Music City Symphony. Drinks and food from Edleys BBQ will be available for purchase.

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From September 8 through September 24 at Tennessee Performing Arts Center (TPAC), check out one of the new American musical’s, Part of the Plan, a captivating tale during the post World War II boom and the change and upheaval during the 1960s and 1970s.

Enjoy the music and lyrics of the late, celebrated singer-songwriter, Dan Fogelberg. The story follows the lives of an adopted boy and the teenaged girl of privilege who was forced to give him up.

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The evening of September 10 at 7:30pm, will be a wondrous evening of Tchaikovsky’s greatest hits performed under the stars at Ascend Amphitheater with fireworks. Notable songs you will hear will be the 1812 Overture paired with the stunning fireworks display, Capriccio Italien, Romeo and Juliet Fantasy Overture and the Piano Concerto No. 1 with sensational pianist Joyce Yang.

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The Hendersonville Performing Arts Center (HPAC) is presenting, My Fair Lady, from September 14 to October 1, with performances on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm and Saturdays and Sundays at 2pm. This wonderful and elegant classic will feature one of musical theater’s greatest scores like, “Wouldn’t It Be Lovely,” “I’ve Grown Accustomed to Her Face,” and “The Rain in Spain.” It will be a great start to the 2017-2018 season at HPAC!

SOCIAL | Songwriters Night

Photography by Dan Hood Historic Rock Castle continued their summer concert series with a “Songwriters Night” in Hendersonville, including a talented lineup of local and touring musical artists sharing the stage. Spectators were encouraged to pack a picnic or purchase food from local vendors. There were inflatable play castles, field games and popsicles for the children to enjoy. All proceeds benefited funding the series so that Rock Castle can bring the community together to enjoy live music. The upcoming dates are August 26 and September 23. Head out and enjoy one of the best music events and venues in Sumner County! For more information, please visit historicrockcastle.com.

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Dayna Wright & Jenny Forsyth

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Mike, Jordyn, & Janet Overton

Victoria, Rachael, Howell & Emory Hopper

Courtney & Connor Zuelsdorf

Susan, Atticus, Mike & Clare Deely

Kim Ark, Katie Rosenblatt, Joanna Justice & Adrianna Wright

Erica Taylor & Jodee Donaldson Hannah Carroll & Matthew Mathis

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Patrick Reed, Johnathan Woods, Preston Head, Kyle Dawes, Matt Mitchell & Hayden Hodge

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MONTHLY | Did You Know?

DID YOU KNOW?

GERM FACTS The bulk of germs are hiding where you least suspect -- playground equipment, the phone receiver, ATMs, and elevator buttons.

There may be hidden germs lurking in your mattress. On top of different molds or fungi that could be living in your mattress, even viruses such as the Norovirus that causes flu like symptoms can live in your bed for four to six weeks. To prevent this, clean your mattress according to the manufacturer’s instructions and add an additional layer between you and the mattress by using a washable mattress pad.

Our phones don’t just collect the bacteria from all the icky things we touch, they BREED bacteria! Our phones are always warm from the battery and we store them in tight, dark spaces like pockets and purses.

Your phone is where germs go to party.

Keep those pearly whites clean and safe! Place your toothbrush as far away from the toilet as possible, such as in a cabinet. Every time you flush, bacteria are released into the air – and you do not want that on your toothbrush!

Make sure you keep your computer keyboard clean too. Your keyboard can host potentially harmful bacteria including E. coli and staph – literally at your fingertips.

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