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FEATURES

22 Shortcuts to Homemade with Whitney Miller

25 How to Create a Holiday Budget Don’t Break the Bank at the Holidays

34 Hosting a Holiday Baking Party with Krista Ehret

45 Helpful Holiday Hints Avoiding Holiday Shopping Stress

56 Holidays and the Kids Educational Gift Ideas for Kids

59 Holiday Dining Miss Daisy’s Holiday Table

64 Holiday Entertainment Time for Some Festive Fun

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Letter from the Publisher 12

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Your Best Self with Connie Haley

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Let’s Get Physical with Alison Kanaby

Socially Yours 66

26 Interior Thinking

with Robin Meyer

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30 The Lady Entertains with Krista Ehret 32 From Our House to Yours Southern Living Idea House 37

Come Fly With Me Henderson Park Inn

Your “Bone” Vivant with Ollie

Did You Know?

20 Beauty Junkie

with Julie Jorgensen

SOCIAL

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Harvest Fest

13

A Country Christmas

16

Garlands & Glitter Fashion Show

21

Christmas Tree Elegance

14

Up the Road O’ Christmas Tree

42 In Your Backyard

A Lemon - Aid Stand 48 Your Community Partner Sumner Regional Medical Center 52 Days Gone By with Ryan Baker 54 Your Kids

with Ginger Jones

35 Mr. Sumner County 36 Main Street Festival 55 House on Haunted Hill

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58 Jingle Mingle

38 A Little Something Extra

Spice Up Your Holidays 39 A Spirited Conversation

Cheers to Being Festive 40 Eat, Drink & Be Merry

with Chef’s Market 62 Arts & Culture

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LIFESTYLE

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Your Social Secretary 31

COMMUNITY

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28 Your Real Estate

with Kari Powell 43 The Scoop

Sumner County in the News 44 Ribbon Cuttings

with the Sumner County Chambers of Commerce 46 It’s Your Business Two Men & A Truck 50 It’s Your Business Tile & Stone Design 51

We’re in the Money with Jonathan Walker

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Those Who Walked in Darkness, Have Seen a Great Light Dear Readers, And so, the holidays are upon us. As always, it is a season filled with both joy and angst! Presents to buy. Budgets to keep. Parties to plan and attend.

Houses to decorate. The list does go on and on. But as we all must do at some point during this festive time of chaos – remember the reason for the season.

My four-year-old has her Christmas Pageant coming up and she has a line to say as part of the program: “Those who walked in darkness, have seen a great light.” That pretty much sums it up, doesn’t it? For any of us caught up in the holiday hub bub - say that line to yourself each day - we say it out loud, as we practice daily our line. She already understands the meaning. And it is a daily reminder during this holiest of times, what it is a really all about; how the darkness of the world became light, for all of us, when a baby was born in a manger so many thousands of years ago. Merry Christmas, Sumner County, from all of us here at Robertson Media Group! May the true meaning of the season resonate in your home this season and all year round.

Shelly Robertson Birdsong Publisher shelly@robertsonmediagroup.com

MY YEARLY TRADITION OF SHARING A FAVORITE CHRISTMAS LETTER - ENJOY! Eight-year-old Virginia O’Hanlon wrote a letter to the editor of New York’s Sun, and the quick response was printed as an unsigned editorial September 21st, 1897. The work of veteran newsman Francis Pharcellus Church has since become history’s most reprinted newspaper editorial, appearing in part or whole in dozens of languages in books, movies and other editorials, and on posters and stamps.

DEAR EDITOR: I am eight years old. Some of my little friends say there is no Santa Claus. Papa says, ‘If you see it in THE SUN it’s so.’

Please tell me the truth; is there a Santa Claus?

VIRGINIA O’HANLON 115 WEST NINETY-FIFTH STREET VIRGINIA, your little friends are wrong. They have been affected by the skepticism of a skeptical age. They do not believe except they see. They think that nothing can be which is not comprehensible by their little minds. All minds, Virginia, whether they be men’s or children’s, are little. In this great universe of ours man is a mere insect, an ant, in his intellect, as compared with the boundless world about him, as measured by the intelligence capable of grasping the whole of truth and knowledge.

Yes, VIRGINIA, there is a Santa Claus. He exists as certainly as love and generosity and devotion exist, and you know that they abound and give to your life its highest beauty and joy. Alas! how dreary would be the world if there were no Santa Claus. It would be as dreary as if there were no VIRGINIAS. There

would be no childlike faith then, no poetry, no romance to make tolerable this existence. We should have no enjoyment, except in sense and sight. The eternal light with which childhood fills the world would be extinguished.

Not believe in Santa Claus! You might as well not believe in fairies!

You might get your papa to hire men to watch in all the chimneys on Christmas Eve to catch Santa Claus, but even if they did not see Santa Claus coming down, what would that prove? Nobody sees Santa Claus, but that is no sign that there is no Santa Claus. The most real things in the world are those that neither children nor men can see. Did you ever see fairies dancing on the lawn? Of course not, but that’s no proof that they are not there. Nobody can conceive or imagine all the wonders there are unseen and unseeable in the world.

You may tear apart the baby’s rattle and see what makes the noise inside, but there is a veil covering the unseen world which not the strongest man, nor even the united strength of all the strongest men that ever lived, could tear apart. Only faith, fancy, poetry, love, romance, can push aside that curtain and view and picture the supernal beauty and glory beyond. Is it all real? Ah, VIRGINIA, in all this world there is nothing else real and abiding.

No Santa Claus! Thank God! he lives, and he lives forever. A thousand years from now, Virginia, nay, ten times ten thousand years from now, he will continue to make glad the heart of childhood.

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SOCIAL | Harvest Fest Mark your calendars for HolidayFest’s upcoming events! Here are a few happening soon!

Photography by Haley Anthony Sumner County residents celebrated the last weekend of October at Durham Farms’ first Harvest Fest. Entertainment for both kids and adults included a petting zoo, bounce house, face painting, caricature artist, stagecoach rides, a costume contest and more. Tyler Brent and Megan Barker provided live music on a front porch while The Love Bus food truck and Kona Ice served food, drinks and treats. To learn more about Durham Farms, a lifestyle community in Hendersonville, visit durhamfarmsliving.com.

Aidan, Lance, Annabelle & Susan Smith

DEC 2

8:30am-11am Bluegrass Yacht & Country Club Enjoy a Buffet breakfast of pancakes, eggs, bacon, sausage, juice and hot chocolate. Santa, Mrs. Santa, Elves, Princes, the Grinch and many others come to entertain!

Individual photos with Santa are free.

DEC 2

Lacey Edwards & Kim Story

Hank & Mindy Knight, Laura & Mark Faucher

Mary Beth Tavernese

Annual St. Nicholas Ball

6pm-11:30pm Bluegrass Yacht & Country Club Seated Christmas dinner, silent auction and fun surprises. Elegant, special and a great way to make your holidays fun!

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Reece & Hayden Spalin, Maury & Ann Buchanan

Breakfast With Santa

Christmas Boat Parade

5:30pm-9pm Mallard Point Park This annual event attracts thousands of spectators seeking to enjoy the beautiful boats showcased with holiday decor.

Viewing at Mallard Park is free.

Appalachian

DEC Christmas Dinner 9-11 6pm-9pm Kim Miller, Jesse Shelton & Andrea Agrall

Makenzie & Jessica Mitchell, Kolton, Klayton & Kela Smith

Eve Hoyle, Paula Hood & Vicki Banyai

Madison Olive & Nic Tilton

Rock Castle State Historic Site Guests will feast on a traditional Appalachian dinner complete with moonshine, wine and stack cake. An acclaimed storyteller will be telling tales and music will be provided by Bluegrass musicians. 40 people per event.

Lori Towne & Kris Harnett

Roger Oliver, Charles Ihirg, Sammy Miles & Danica Oliver

Shannon & Jessica Jabr

Jasmine Jabr & Karis Ayer

Michael Davis, Sandy & James Oaks, Amanda Davis, Sandy Pullin, Blessing, Esperanza, Abram & Lenore Davis

Learn about these events, tickets and other upcoming happenings at holidayfesttn.org!

MONTHLY | Social Secretary

YOUR 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 Have you visited our friends at the Sumner County Museum? #GotHistory

St. Nicholas Ball

6pm-11:30pm | Bluegrass Yacht & Country Club holidayfesttn.org Kick off the holiday season with a night of music and magic! Join HolidayFest for a rocking evening benefiting the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Middle Tennessee. Begin your fun and festive evening with a cocktail hour and impressive silent auction to help you with your Christmas shopping. From there, enjoy an elegant dinner and dancing featuring the Nashville-famous 12South Band.

Appalachian Christmas Dinner

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6pm-9pm | Historic Rock Castle holidayfesttn.org

Guests will feast on an authentic Appalachian dinner complete with moonshine, wine and stack cake. Storytelling and music will be provided by Sparky and Rhonda Rucker. Space is limited to only forty people per event, so sign up soon for this festive and traditional HolidayFest event!

We are a pretty festive bunch! #Halloween

Sumner County Bridal Show

12pm-4pm | EPIC Event Centre sumnerbridalshow.com The sixth annual Sumner County Bridal Show will be back in January, presented by the Gallatin Chamber of Commerce and EPIC Event Centre. The Sumner County Bridal Show exists to expose, showcase and support the ever-growing options we have for events and weddings, right here in Sumner County! Meet face-to-face with numerous vendors in the wedding industry.

There’s al ways something going on in Sumner County!

YourSumner.com features an array of events in the area that makes it easy to fill your social calendar and be involved in the community. Don’t miss out on the latest events happening in Sumner County!

Visit yoursumner.com/social/community-calendar today!

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SOCIAL | A Country Christmas Photography by Melissa DelRossi In honor of the friends and staff of Sumner Regional Medical Center, Bagsby Ranch in Gallatin hosted “A Country Christmas.”

Beautiful Christmas trees filled the room with cheer and warmth, and during the evening, were auctioned off to some elated bidders.

A delicious dinner, carolers and great company set the tone for the night. Find out more about Sumner Regional Medical Center by going to mysumnermedical.com.

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COMMUNITY | Up the Road

O’ Christmas Tree

BY CATHERINE ROYKA

The countdown is on, my friends. The holiday season is upon us, and I could not be more thrilled!

I enjoy celebrating the Christmas season as early as October… yes, before Halloween (I watched White Christmas in October and people were not pleased with my choice), but I promise you, I don’t pass over Halloween and Thanksgiving. Many of you might disagree with my holiday habits, celebrating too early before it is “acceptable,” but, I’m excited to take this quest with you to find the perfect place to cut down your very own Christmas tree this year.

Before we dive into where you should go, you may be wondering what goes into this year-round job.

Yes, this is not just seasonal work! Justin Diel, owner of Christmas Tree Adventures explained the yearround process with us. It takes about seven years to grow an average size Christmas tree, but some may not survive to be a full-size tree. Many factors can affect how a tree will grow with weather and soil conditions.

• Late winter - small seedlings are planted.

• Spring - weed control methods are used, such as mulching and mowing.

• Early summer - trimming and shaping the trees, with the possibility of irrigation.

• Late summer - second round of shearing takes place on bigger trees that will be sold.

• Fall - this time brings lots of work, getting ready for the harvest season, this includes cleaning up the fields, sharpening saws, preparing balers, ordering supplies, scheduling workers and marketing efforts.

“It’s very busy for a few weeks as we provide a Christmas tradition for many families. Once we sell out of trees, we pack everything up and do it all over again next year,” says Justin.

Tip: Most of these farms only operate on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, so plan accordingly! Be sure to bring a blanket if you want to stay warm and cozy and definitely wear closed toed, comfortable shoes for walking around the farms.

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CHRISTMAS TREE ADVENTURES 1124 Kendall Farms Drive, Hendersonville | christmastreeadventures.com What started as a hobby in 1999 for outdoor enthusiasts, Justin and Lyn Diel, has now turned into a family business. They opened their eleven-acre Hendersonville farm in 2007, selling their trees and wreaths, serving customers in Tennessee and Kentucky. Along with cut-your-own trees, you can pick out a fresh wreath or greenery to decorate your mantel. And for the kiddos, they can be enticed to go with the free hot cocoa and coloring books! If you are looking to stay a while, they have a gift shop you can peruse or sit by the fire to warm up.

RHONDA & CHRIS’ TREELAND 2054 Beechlog Road, Watertown | treelandtn.com The drive could not be more scenic on your way to Rhonda & Chris’ TreeLand.

On your way to the ninety-acre farm nestled in the valley of Wilson County, you’ll pass streams and have some picturesque views of the countryside. Their first tree was planted in 1997, and they have since grown to planting thousands since then on fourteen acres. Trees available this year are Virginia Pine, White Pine and Leyland Cypress.

On a cold visit, a campfire will be burning for you to stay cozy and roast marshmallows. Hot spiced cider, hot chocolate and cookies are all available to you for free, too!

COUNTRY COVE CHRISTMAS TREE FARM 1189 Cut Off Road, Murfreesboro countrycovetrees.com Country Cove is a family operated Christmas tree farm, ornament and wreath shop located on thirty-five acres in Murfreesboro. They supply the saw, and you are free to roam the farm to find your tree. Choose from White Pine and Leyland Cypress (great for allergy sufferers they say). They will help shake, bale, load and securely fasten your tree of choice to your vehicle. Once you’ve selected your tree, you can enjoy complimentary hot cocoa and spiced cider, take a leisurely hayride around the tree farm (don’t forget a blanket) or sit by the outdoor fire pit to warm up.

WILDWOOD CHRISTMAS TREE FARM 286 La Paloma Road, Woodbury wildwoodchristmastreefarm.com/index.html If you plan to head to Wildwood, make sure to carve out extra time to enjoy their farm, as they have an array of activities.

Walk leisurely through the trees, take in the scenic hillside view from a rocking

chair on the front porch, paint ornaments, take a hayride around the farm and the kiddos can enjoy the Treehouse Play Area. This is their eighth year growing and they are offering White Pine, Canadian Hemlock and Norway Spruce Christmas trees, along with pre-cut Frasier Fir trees.

LAZY SPREAD CHRISTMAS TREE FARM 3682 Dailey Road, Clarksville | lazyspread.com Lazy Spread definitely has the family mentality.

The Lazy Spread dream began back in 1970 when Frank Trice purchased ten acres on Dailey Road and began planting pine trees and fencing his land. Since then, family members have been moving back to the area and building homes on the property to stay close to the business. They primarily grow White Pine Christmas trees, Leyland Cypress, Carolina Sapphire, Blue Ice and Norway Spruce. Frasier Fir trees are pre-cut and available for purchase as well. Pick up a wreath while you are there, with three different options – Frasier Fir, Pine or a Cedar mix, all with pinecones and a hand-tied bow.

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If I haven’t convinced you with the above, consider the environmental impact of cutting down a real tree, as opposed to putting up an artificial tree. It takes energy to produce artificial trees and they do not decompose well in landfills. They prevent erosion, provide habitat for wildlife and oxygen. Also, you can’t beat the activity or the memories you’ll experience from cutting down your own tree with family or friends. Maybe you’ll be making a new tradition!

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SOCIAL | Garlands & Glitter Sponsored Event

Photography by Melissa DelRossi The Newcomers and Community Club of Sumner County came together this year with Dillard’s to host the Garlands & Glitter Fashion Show. Held at the Bluegrass Yacht & Country Club, the event featured live entertainment, a silent auction and local vendors in support of the Sumner Teen Center. A fantastic fashion show entertained the crowd, as they enjoyed a beautiful meal with friends and community members. The Newcomers and Community Club of Sumner County puts together events like this to not only raise money for charitable causes, but to bring together it’s community members.

Darlene & Mike Rawls

Brenda Mortimer, Krys Kijakowska, Peter & Irene Erickson

Marvin & Peggy Threapleton

Maggie Smith & Kathy Rhoades

Joyce Varnhill & Billey Hawkins

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Maddy Woodson, Corin Bischoff, Sarah Freels & Jillian Garnett

Stacy Dale, Tracy Graves, Lynda Evjen & Kerri Hutton

Carrol Pitts & Teresa Ward

Cheryl Huber & Cameron Tucker

Barbara Clayton, Irene Kertchaval, Doris Barlow & Joan Hirsch

Marie Palazzolo & Mary Casey

Joann Michael & Fran Sargent

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Lori & John Molnar

Erin Coad, Bailey James & Nicole Zeller

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LIFESTYLE | Your Best Self

Simple Ways to Bring Joy Back to the Holidays

BY CONNIE HALEY

The planning, shopping and cooking. The steady stream of party invites. The endless to-do lists. It’s no wonder that some of us do not love our wonderful lives during the holiday season. If you feel that your holiday spirit is slipping into “Scroogeville,” don’t despair. Try one, or all, of the holiday survival tips below to get back on track.

“Sharing the holiday with other people, and feeling that you’re Get Crystal Clear. Decide giving of yourself, gets you what matters most to you past all the commercialism.” about the holiday. What do – Caroline Kennedy you want the holiday season to look like? You can do this solo, or incorporate family members. Pick three main things and put the majority of your time and energy there. If you love to bake, decorate and throw parties, then focus mainly on those activities. Get help with anything you don’t do well or don’t enjoy. If there is a family tradition you just aren’t loving, consider replacing it with a new one.

Stay focused on the reason for the season to avoid overwhelm.

Make Time for You. Calm your mind: a cup of tea, getting outside, deep breathing or sticking with your regular exercise routine.

Schedule time to replenish your own reserves and simply “be.” Selfcare isn’t selfish, it’s essential, especially during the holiday frenzy.

Once you have recharged, you are better prepared to take care of those you love and truly enjoy the festivities. Note: resentment is almost always due to a lack of self-care.

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Give Back. Giving to others is at the heart of the holidays. Planning a volunteer activity can reduce stress, model desired behavior for the kids and help the community. Focusing on other people will take you away from your own concerns, put the craziness in perspective and leave you with a big dose of gratitude.

Find the Humor. The holidays are about giving and receiving joy. If you are looking for what’s wrong in a situation, you will find it. You will also find yourself with a residual, grumpy disposition. Challenge yourself to find the positive or, at least, the ridiculous in the holiday mayhem. This applies to anything that gets your knickers in a knot this season. Yes, even that irritating relative.

Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa - however you celebrate this season, remember that the ability to enjoy the holidays resides in you, not the gifts, decorations or food. Don’t let anyone or anything steal your joy this year. Wishing you and your family a safe and Happy Holidays!

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LIFESTYLE | Let’s Get Physical

Don’t Remove Working Out from Your Holiday To-Do List

BY ALISON KANABY, D.O.

The holidays are upon us. This also means life is about to get CRAZY busy. The holidays are a time to spend with family and celebrate, but they are also the most hectic time of the year! And not only that, but they fall during the coldest months of the year. So the question becomes, how do I work out through the chaos of the season?

Even for the most disciplined athlete, the holidays pose a very trying season of getting exercise. For beginners, it can be even more of a challenge, but have no fear, because it CAN be done.

People will ask me how I manage to exercise with the holiday craziness, and I say “I just have to!” Exercise can be looked at as a hindrance or a benefit. Of course, no matter what, it truly is a benefit. I tell people to put it on their calendar just like you would a doctor or hair appointment. With those plans being on your calendar, you’d be more inclined to get up and go. You have your commitment scheduled, so just get it done. For some, this may not be enough. So that is when step two comes into play - phone a friend. Having someone else depending on you to be there usually adds a whole other level of commitment. It’s easy to let yourself down, but to let down a friend? No way! You and a friend can schedule your workouts, and having someone else to meet you makes it much easier to get out of bed in the morning or to meet after a very long day at work.

And then the holiday food… who can resist all that candy and dessert, right? It takes a ton of willpower, which is already usually lacking this time of year. That is where mental strength comes into play and also your workout dedication.

If you burned 200 calories at the gym in the morning, is it really worth eating that 400-calorie piece of cake?! It would take two workouts just to burn it off. That mentality makes it a little easier to have some holiday willpower. If I can’t get you thinking in terms of calories, we can always think about it as inches on the gut. You worked hard all summer to get into that adorable bathing suit, are you going to throw it all away now? All that hard work paid off, so we have to keep it going. That doesn’t mean you can’t have any dessert during the holidays. But instead, just be smart with what and how much you are eating. You can have a sliver of pie, but not a large piece of pie. And just not every day.

The holidays are a happy time of year. Fight the chaos and get in a workout. Resist temptation and eat a bit less dessert.

With both of these choices, you are bound to enjoy the holiday season even more.

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To stay motivated, make a goal to sign up for a race or benefit walk! Having a goal will keep you motivated throughout the holiday season.

FITNESS EVENTS IN MIDDLE TENNESSEE DECEMBER 2ND 12 S Winter Warm-Up 6k & 12k - benefiting Hands on Nashville (Nashville, TN).

FEBRUARY 17TH Hot Chocolate 15k/5k - benefiting Make-A-Wish (Nashville, TN).

DECEMBER 2ND Running of the Elves Christmas Fun Run (White House, TN).

MARCH 3RD 24th Annual Gupton Jeep Tom King Classic Half-Marathon & 5k Run (Nashville, TN).

DECEMBER 9TH Jingle Bell 5k Run/Walk and Children’s Fun Run - benefiting House of Hope and New Beginnings (Dickson, TN).

MARCH 10TH Shamrock Run 5k/10k - benefiting the Gallatin Chamber Foundation (Gallatin, TN).

DECEMBER 30TH Frostbite 5k/10k - benefiting YMCA of Middle Tennessee’s Annual Giving Campaign (Hendersonville, TN).

APRIL 28TH Rock n’ Roll Nashville Half Marathon, Marathon & 5k benefiting St. Jude (Nashville, TN).

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LIFESTYLE | Beauty Junkie

Look Your Festive Best Without Holiday Stress

BY JULIE JORGENSEN

Ohhhhhhkay, everyone take a deep breath.

The holidays are upon us. But, contrary to popular belief, this time of year doesn’t necessarily have to equate to endless amounts of stress and running around to this place and that. Finding your “holiday zen” is indeed possible with a little bit of planning and a deep breath - or maybe several! Are y’all ready? Okay, here we go: rapid-fire tips and info that will hopefully make your holidays a little more beautiful.

AMAZON PRIME IS YOUR FRIEND. Oftentimes items can be delivered the same day, and you can find almost anything under the sun. Funny combos of items purchased can even make for witty cocktailparty banter. Real-world example: I recently purchased a book about yoga, my favorite lip gloss and a connection cable for my new Apple TV. SEPHORA IS ALWAYS GREAT FOR GRAB-AND-GO MINIATURE SIZES. They are great sizes for your beauty faves and make delightful stocking stuffers. An awesome gift guide on the website allows you to organize by gift recipient, price point, and so forth. My go-to’s are the mini Becca Skin Perfector Pressed Highlighter, little Evian face-mist atomizers (I can never have too many), and adorable “must-have” travelsized makeup brush collections. Snag a few Shiseido eyelash curlers while you’re at it, and stuff stockings with the gift of a showstopping set of lashes.

DON’T LEAVE OUT OUR LOCAL BOUTIQUE-OWNER FRIENDS. A quick browse of your favorite shops on Instagram show that they’re lifesavers when it comes to tackling those gifts. Most will allow you to hold or purchase items on their 20 YOURSUMNER.COM | HOLIDAY 2017

respective feed by comment, direct message or a phone call, and will have them ready for pickup in a flash! Genius!

A little splurge for a loved one is never a bad idea, so hit your favorite med-spa or dermatologist’s office for “a little something” that will garner rave reviews. Havens of beautiful skin like Ren Dermatology, will fix you right up with a soothing moisturizer or even better - a gift card for an amazing facial.

Take a cue from yours truly and scoop up a HydraFacial gift certificate and a NeoCutis eye cream. Husbands and boyfriends, your significant others will all but DIE when they receive a gift firing on this level of fabulous.

MAKE SURE WE’RE GIVING OUR GIRL-BOSS ENTREPRENEUR FRIENDS PATRONAGE AS WELL! Innovative companies like DoTerra, Rodan + Fields, Young Living, Advocare and Beautycounter empower women (and men), to bring wonderful products directly to consumers, and its respective consultants can be invaluable resources when it comes to assembling gift collections at any price point.

whatever you think you’ll need to truly show that list exactly who’s in charge.

ARE YOU RUNNING OUT OF IDEAS? Don’t sweat it. Gift cards are certainly a steadfast go-to, but what about a charitable donation in someone’s honor, or going shopping for an Angel Tree child with a friend who’s normally on your gift list?

Opportunities to give kindness surround us this time of year, and doing something for someone in need can make a special memory that will last a lifetime.

DON’T NEGLECT YOURSELF THIS TIME OF YEAR (OR ANY TIME, FOR THAT MATTER).

Take a walk, book a yoga class, plan a “well” day, anything that helps keep you centered and focused on the big picture amid the hustle of the holidays. Plan a date night with your sweetie and don’t let anything get in the way of it. Host a last-minute gathering of girlfriends for a quick glass of wine and a laugh about just how crazy this time of year can get. . . if y’all let it. But we know better.

So, raise a glass to the holidays!

MAKE LIFE A LITTLE EASIER BY EXECUTING THE BULK OF YOUR HOLIDAY GIFT SHOPPING IN A SINGLE DAY. Try to go on a weekday if possible to minimize weekend traffic. Go by yourself armed with a plan, and stick to it. Have cash on hand for the mall valet, a motivating playlist downloaded, snacks in the car, JULIE JORGENSEN Beauty Junkie

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Shortcuts to Homemade

BY WHITNEY MILLER

The holidays can be stressful with shopping, entertaining guests and parties. It feels like you have no time for anything especially creating a gourmet spread for entertaining or simply putting dinner on the table. Have no fear because I am sharing some of my simple stress-free appetizers and go-to easy skillet dinner.

I believe more cream cheese is bought and consumed during the holidays than any other time of the year. Let’s be honest, it is good and easy to use to create appetizers and desserts. I use it to create delicious cheeseball appetizers. I elevate the typical cheeseball presentation by molding the cream cheese into different festive shapes. Be creative with your own shapes and toppings.

Who has time to spend hours in the kitchen, especially during the busy holidays? My Skillet Cheese Tortellini with Butternut Squash is my go-to for a quick and easy homemade dinner. The packaged cubed butternut squash and cheese tortellini are my shortcut ingredients. The browned butter and fried sage elevate the flavors of the store-bought ingredients in the dish. For a meaty version, add cooked sausage, chicken or shrimp.

Enjoy more time with your family and friends and less time in the kitchen with my shortcuts for homemade appetizers and dinner this Christmas season.

Mini Cream Cheese Bundt Cakes with Cranberry Chipotle Sauce 1 package (8-ounce) cream cheese, softened CRANBERRY CHIPOTLE SAUCE 1 (14-ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce 2/3 cup light brown sugar 1 chipotle pepper, minced 1 Tablespoon apple cider vinegar Pinch fine sea salt 1 Tablespoon chopped pecans Ritz crackers Place a piece of plastic wrap larger than the size of a mini Bundt cake cup. Press it into the cup. Spoon half of the cream cheese into the plastic wrap lined cup. With the back of the spoon, press the cream cheese into the cup and smooth the top. Cover with the

plastic wrap. Repeat with the additional cream cheese in another mini Bundt cake cup. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm.

To make the sauce, combine the cranberry sauce, sugar and minced pepper in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat for 6 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sugar melts. Remove from the heat and stir in the vinegar and salt. Transfer to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour.

To serve, unmold the mini cream cheese Bundt cakes onto a cupcake stand or dessert plate. Press the chopped pecans around the bottom sides of each Bundt cake. Spoon some of the sauce in the middle of each cream cheese Bundt cake. Serve with the crackers. Serves 4.

Cheesecake Cheeseball with Spiced Apples CHEESEBALL 1 package (8-ounce) cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup confectioner’s sugar 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract SPICED APPLES 1 medium granny smith apple, peeled, cored and cubed 1/4 cup light brown sugar 1 Tablespoon butter 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon Graham crackers In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Add the sugar and vanilla. Beat until combined.

To form a round, place a piece of plastic wrap bigger than the size of a 3-inch round cookie cutter on top of it. Spoon a heaping 1/3 cup of the cheesecake mixture in the middle. Press the mixture down to form into a 3-inch round. Cover the top with the plastic wrap and carefully remove from the cookie cutter. Transfer to a plate. Repeat the process one more time. Refrigerate both the cream cheese molds for about one hour or until firm. Reserve the remaining cheesecake mixture for later.

Star Cream Cheeseball with Pepper Jelly 1 package (8-ounce) cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup yellow or red pepper jelly Ritz crackers Place a piece of plastic wrap bigger than the size of a 4-inch star cookie cutter. Spoon half of the cream cheese into the star cookie cutter. Press the cream cheese down into the cookie cutter to create a star shape. Cover with plastic wrap and remove from the cookie cutter. Repeat with the rest of the cream cheese. Refrigerate the star cream cheeseballs for 1 hour or until firm.

To serve, unwrap the star cream cheeseballs and place on a serving dish or small wooden cutting board. Spoon the pepper jelly on each. Serve with crackers. Serves 4.

To make the spiced apples, combine the cubed apples, sugar, butter and cinnamon in a medium sautĂŠ pan. Cook over mediumlow heat for about 8 minutes or until the apples are soft. Allow to cool slightly.

To assemble, unwrap the cheeseballs. Place one of them on a cupcake stand or dessert plate. Top with some of the spiced apples.

Place the other cheesecake cheeseball round on top of the apples.

Spoon the reserved softened cheesecake mixture in a piping bag with a decorative tip.

Pipe decorative dots on top of the cheeseball round and on the sides of the bottom round if desired. Spoon more of the spiced apples on top. Serve with graham crackers. Serves 4.

Skillet Cheese Tortellini with Butternut Squash 1 (1-pound) bag fresh cubed butternut squash 1 (20-ounce) package three cheese tortellini pasta 4 Tablespoons butter 6 fresh sage leaves ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt Pinch ground nutmeg 2 Tablespoons toasted pecan halves Optional, shaved parmesan for garnish Steam the butternut squash in the bag in the microwave for 3 ½ to 4 minutes or until soft but hold their shape. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.

Fill a medium saucepan three-quarters full of water and bring to a boil over medium- high heat. Add the tortellini, and cook according to package directions or al dente. Drain well.

While the pasta is cooking, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

Swirl the pan occasionally and cook until the butter has turned caramel-brown and smells nutty, about 5 minutes.

Add the sage leaves to the browned butter and let them fry for a few seconds until crispy. Drain on paper towel.

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Add the butternut squash and tortellini to the skillet and cook on medium-high heat for 2 minutes or until lightly toasted on all sides. Stir in the salt, nutmeg and pecans. Transfer to a serving bowl.

Garnish with the fried sage and parmesan cheese, if desired. Serve warm. Serves 4.

Note: You can add cooked sausage, chicken or shrimp to create a one skillet meal.

FEATURE| Holidays

HOW TO CREATE A HOLIDAY BUDGET COURTESY OF MONEYCRASHERS.COM

It’s that time of year again when we begin to make the holiday shopping list. There are so many things on this list and they all cost money! If you are used to living on a budget and really even if you aren’t, creating a budget for holiday spending and adhering to it may just make life simpler and less stressful and also keep that postholiday let-down of the massive credit card bill being delivered come January!

According to the American Research Group, the average American family plans to spend more than $800 on gifts alone for the holiday season. And 37 percent of Americans use their credit cards to fund their holiday spending. If you don’t have it, don’t spend it. And don’t use a credit card!

Use cash. It’s important to remember that the holidays aren’t just about gifts. Parties, food, decorations and treats can all add up.

DETERMINE HOW MUCH YOU NEED TO SPEND Here are several of the categories you may need to budget for: • Family gifts.

• Work gifts or treats.

• Food (include baked goods and meals you may be hosting or contributing to).

• Clothing for holiday parties and events.

• Gasoline or airline tickets for traveling.

• New décor for your home.

• Charitable offerings.

• Gift wrap and postage.

• Holiday photos and greeting cards.

GET CREATIVE For example, instead of exchanging gifts with your group of girlfriends, go out for dinner. It’s a fun way to celebrate without having to break the bank and buy a gift for each of them.

CREATE A HOLIDAY ACCOUNT Start socking away each paycheck with amounts that match your budget. When the money is gone, you’re done!

START SHOPPING EARLY Here’s where you can save major money

- this is because retailers heavily discount merchandise several weeks before the official kick-off for the holiday shopping season.

By shopping sales and clearance items well before Thanksgiving, you can score great deals on gifts for your friends and family.

USE GIFT CARDS If you know you’ll do most of your shopping with one retailer, purchase a refillable gift card from it. Then, each time you’re at the store, add a little money to the card – and when you’re ready to do your holiday shopping, you can spend what’s on the card. Not only is adding $20 here and there to a gift card pretty painless, it can help keep you from overspending.

USE THE RIGHT CREDIT CARDS If you plan to do the bulk of your shopping at one particular store that offers a store credit card, it may make sense to use that card for purchases to nab the savings.

For example, the Target REDcard offers cardholders an immediate five percent discount and free shipping on all purchases.

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LIFESTYLE | Interior Thinking

Holiday Do’s and Don’ts of Decorating

BY ROBIN MEYER

With the arrival of the holiday season, many people are retrieving boxes of decorations from storage, untangling lights and dusting off their ornaments. I’ve gathered a short list of a few do’s and don’ts of holiday decorating that I have learned over my years as a designer.

Shopping Do take advantage of the extended shopping season.

Many stores put out decorations early and the new and unique items often get snatched up quickly. If you are like most, this can be overwhelming so get organized and take advantage of the pre-Thanksgiving sales. You will save plenty of holiday cash and won’t have to look at half-empty, glitter-sprinkled shelves after Thanksgiving.

Do buy storage bins now to pack all of your decorations. I know from experience, they are hard to find after the season ends. This will make your life easier when you are ready for cleanup. Make sure you label the containers with a list of contents so it will be a breeze to find them next year.

Do make a shopping list because you’ll need more than just garland and tree ornaments. The first thing on your list should be a “light keeper” repair tool. It’s a quick and easy to use tool that brings new life to strands 26 YOURSUMNER.COM | HOLIDAY 2017

of lights that have a few bulbs out. Also, add timers and batteries to your list. Having timers for your trees is much easier then having to reach behind a decorated tree to turn on and off every night. Batteries are for the beautiful candles that come with their own timers, so you don’t have to worry about wax spilling everywhere.

Don’t have regrets. If you see the perfect ornament or ribbon, get it then or it will be gone. Check the store return policy and save your receipt in case you get home and it doesn’t look as perfect as you thought.

Decorating Do have a plan of action. Decide what needs to be done and when. If you’re going to decorate outside, check the weather forecast and try to get that area done when the weather is mild. Whichever your preference, it is always best to have a timeline of expectations to avoid holiday fatigue.

Do ask for help. Have a “decorating party” and invite friends to join in the holiday fun by adding their special talents to the mix. Make your best pot of chili, provide plenty of desserts and cheerful holiday cocktails, while Bing Crosby sings “White Christmas” to set the mood. Who says you only have to throw a party after the place is decorated?

Don’t go craft crazy. With so many websites out there advertising fun craft ideas, you could easily get sucked into the never-ending rolls of tulle and burlap. Make one craft at a time and schedule extra time for it. They are rarely as easy as they look on Pinterest.

Don’t fall into the spellbinding world of inflatables. This is my favorite don’t, because I think the billowing poof of white nylon with arms and heads swaying uncontrollably have taken over neighborhood lawns with noise pollution and lackluster appeal.

Not to mention when they are not turned on you have blobs of fabric lying all over your front lawn.

The Tree Do think about having more than one tree. I find children love having one in their room’s or at least one that shows off the timeless treasures they made. If you already have the casual tree with the souvenir ornaments and kids crafts, think about doing a more formal tree to add a bit of elegance to your home.

Do decorate with more than just traditional ornaments. Be creative with your tree toppers. Adding glitter sticks and cute characters are inexpensive ways to mix it up a bit and freshen up the look of a tree.

Don’t decorate your tree before plugging it in to make sure the lights work. If you have a few lights out, use the light keeper repair tool I mentioned previously. If the tree is dead, restring with new lights or buy a new tree. When buying a new one, make sure you check whether it has LED lights, how many lights are in the tree and the color of the lights.

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Don’t expect a tree to last forever. Before boxing it up for next year, take a close look at it and decide if it’s time to throw it out at the end of the year. It’s hard to remember a year from now whether you need a new tree, so put a note on your calendar for November 1st next year to buy a new tree.

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Most of all, do have fun this holiday season! If you have a sense of adventure, get organized and have a plan, you will be sure to experience all of the joy that comes this time of year.

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WHY INVESTING IN SUMNER COUNTY IS A SMART MOVE

BY KARI POWELL

According to Nashville’s Chamber of Commerce, Sumner County, Nashville’s North Shore, is growing due to the large manufacturing and distribution operations, an outstanding mix of professional service companies and a rapidly expanding retail sector anchor in Sumner County’s business community. The county’s entire sixtythree-mile southern border meanders along Old Hickory Lake, which gives Sumner a unique claim within the area, to a major navigable waterway with lakeside living and unlimited water recreation.

We have seen a thirty percent population increase since the year 2000, rising to over 172,000 residents. Making Sumner County even more desirable for families that are looking for quality in education with its great mix of public and private school sector, which have the highest ratings of nine and ten reported by greatschools.org.

One of the fastest growing cities in middle Tennessee, Gallatin has experienced a fifteen-percent population increase over the last five years, and yet it’s retained a small community feel. Gallatin’s schools, infrastructure and natural amenities make it one of the best places to live in the Nashville Metro Area. The 35,000 people who live in Gallatin include Mayor Paige Brown, who moved away for a while and found her way back. “This is a great time to be in Gallatin with all of our smart growth,” Brown says. “There is an energetic vibe that is attracting everyone from millennial to the senior generation.”

Family Circle Magazine and other publications have long ranked the city of Hendersonville one of the top ten cities for families to live in the United States and Gallatin has “WON” the title of Nicest Place in America according to Reader’s Digest and was featured on the cover of the November issue.

While home prices remain relatively low compared to the rest of the country, Sumner County has seen a twenty percent increase on median priced homes which have risen from $233,000 in 2015 to $289,000 in 2017 (year to date). Sumner County has less than three months supply of inventory for single family homes which is fueling new home sales which are up over twenty-five percent from the last twelve months reporting from September 2016.

The Sumner County real estate market is thriving and accommodating to it’s mature and new residents alike, offering a diverse range of homes from new apartment complexes, single family homes, luxury lake homes to urban and walk-able town homes. The unprecedented growth we are seeing in Nashville makes surrounding suburb counties a strategic and sound real estate investment.

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Real Estate | karipowellgroup.com Kari is with the Kari Powell Group which is partnered with Scout Properties. Kari is our local expert on all things real estate. She will be sharing Sumner County real estate news and tips each issue.

Sumner County, the Best is Yet to Come!

Have you ever been given an opportunity that just felt right in your gut? Have you had butterflies because you couldn’t stop daydreaming about your goals and seeing a vision of what you want your world to look like?

Every day we are given an opportunity to do something meaningful with our lives that both provides for our families and offers fulfillment in accomplishing a job well done. At the Kari Powell Group, we truly believe that it is our responsibility and privilege to labor on behalf of our clients. Throughout the years, this labor has included home staging, professional photography, an eighteen-point marketing program, plus many additional services that have given our clients a leg up on their competition. We have always been inventive in finding ways to offer Luxury Service to all of our clients at every price point.

With those priorities continually driving us forward, we are excited to announce our next adventure! This past October, the Kari Powell Group officially partnered with a local, fastgrowing brokerage in Nashville known as Scout Properties. Together we will be collaborating our talents, marketing geniuses, customer service staff, and concierge service to allow our agents

to have more time to focus on real estate activities that provide clients all the attention and service they deserve.

For the last eight years, our team has built our business within a local brokerage of Keller Williams.

This has allowed us to grow, network, and make lifelong connections with other agents across the United States. The strong foundation built during those valuable years with Keller Williams has empowered us to move ahead and create even larger opportunities to not only serve our past, current and future clients, but to impact additional real estate agents, as well.

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Some in this area may be new to the “Scout” name, but we have known of this amazing company for the last several years. The founder, Jonathan Harris, set out on a mission five years ago to offer a different type of real estate company that truly labors on behalf of clients.

He and his team are passionate about creating solutions that reinvent the real estate industry.

Scout’s unique model is based on a team approach that includes a full-time staff for marketing, contract-to-close, administrative, client care and videography, which will allow the Kari Powell Group to service our clients with even more time and value.

In addition to this transition, we are also thrilled to share that our very own Kari Powell will be opening a new Scout Properties location in our amazing hometown of Hendersonville at the beginning of 2018. We are delighted to bring this company’s fresh approach to Sumner County as our team continues to seek out the best avenues to labor on behalf of our clients and community.

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LIFESTYLE | The Lady Entertains

Hosting a New Year’s Day Brunch

BY KRISTA EHRET

New Year’s Day is undoubtedly one of the most optimistic days of the entire year. It’s a time for fresh beginnings, resolutions and lots of new gym memberships. Before squeezing into the spandex, take some time to celebrate by hosting a healthy brunch. It’s the perfect way to kick off the year on a good note with those who mean the most to you.

Here are a few ideas to get you started:

Plan an Activity. After everyone has had time to eat, come up with something health-related to do together. Examples could be fitness oriented, like going for a walk or playing tag football or mentally healthy like trivia games or a scavenger hunt. Take it up a notch and challenge everyone to spend this time, or at least one hour, device-free.

Keep it Casual. Depending on where you are in life, New Year’s Eve may be an all-night extravaganza, or you may find yourself dozing on the couch hours before the ball drops. Either way, it’s nice to ease into the year without a lot of fuss. Invite friends to come over in their pj’s or comfy athleisure wear.

Discuss Goals. What are friends and family for if not to encourage us to live our best lives? Ask everyone who is comfortable sharing to announce their New Year’s resolution in a judgment-free zone.

Let the kids be part of this too. It’s nice to have a support system when working towards a goal and you may find that you and someone close to you are aiming for the same thing. A donut makes too perfect of a projectile, if your husband is asking you if “you really want to eat that?” To keep peace in a marriage, it’s really nice to have a person who’s not your spouse to hold you accountable.

Make it Healthy. It’s the official kick-off to diet season. While some said diets may only last a week, it’s nice to encourage everyone at the start gate. Omelets, quiche and frittatas are all great protein-rich main course options. Throw in some fruit, açai bowls, overnight oats or avocado on sprouted toast for a guilt-free and filling meal. It’s a historical moment, as this may be the only time that I recommend not serving alcohol. However, if that’s a deal breaker, consider Bloody Mary’s in lieu of sugary mimosas.

Set Some Dates. If your group is anything like my circle of friends, finding time to hang out can be a major feat. Babysitters, work schedules and prior engagements can make scheduling a get-together more challenging than a chess game with Bobby Fischer. Take this opportunity to put some dates on the calendar throughout the entire year. Rotate ideas like a date night out, supper club, football party, etc., and get them locked in.

Each new year is a blessing and offers a new chapter in our lives.

The hustle and bustle of everyday life makes the weeks go quicker and quicker. Remember that you never need an excuse to host a party. Dial in and make spending more time with those who bring you joy a priority in 2018. Cheers!

KRISTA EHRET

The Lady Entertains | yoursouthernsoiree.com Krista is an event designer and co-owner of Southern Soiree, a full-service event and wedding planning company.

She also enjoys bringing beauty into everyday life.

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Christmas Trees, Christmas Lights and Christmas Ornaments... Oh My! Ho Ho Ho, folks!

Did you hear? Santa Paws is coming to town! I am so excited about Christmas - I can’t help but wiggle my bottom when the holiday decorations go up! There are so many pretty, sparkly, perfectly chewable things around my house this time of year. But my momma says “No, Ollie!” and has taught me to not nose the shiny things hanging on the big smelly-good tree that goes in the den. I want to go see if I can play with all this new fun stuff, but she has rules and says Santa Paws is watching, so I try and try to be a good boy. I know she is just trying to keep me safe, too.

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If you have a pup and are decorating your home for the holidays, there are some safety tips to keep in mind. Not all decorations are safe to have around your pup - especially if they are curious like me.

Here are some decorations to be mindful about during the festive holiday season: Poinsettia Plant, Holly & Mistletoe - Toxic for dogs to ingest.

Christmas Trees - Any part of the tree is bad to chew or ingest and tree needles can cause gastrointestinal irritation or damage.

Christmas Lights - Your pet can get tangled up in them, burned or electric shock can occur if chewed. Best to keep these above the lower branches of the tree.

Ornaments - There are many dangers to glass ornaments, so make sure to keep them hung higher up or get the non-breakable kinds.

Tinsel - If ingested, it can cause intestinal blockage.

Tempting Decorations - Remember that placing out holiday décor will be new and tempting for your pet to check out. If it is potentially dangerous to ingest, then keep these pieces in safer spots where your pet cannot reach them. Metals, glass, wood, paints these can all be dangerous to your pet.

Keep this holiday season merry and bright - and safe! Avoid pet injury and harm by planning better placement and keeping hazards away from your pets. Hope you have a very Merry Christmas!

Wiggle bottom and slobbery smooches to you and yours!

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LIFESTYLE | From Our House to Yours

SOUTHERN LIVING IDEA HOUSE

BY CATHERINE ROYKA

If you are looking for a charming, southern and tranquil beach village, look no further than Bald Head Island in North Carolina. Located on the east side of the Cape Fear River, this beautiful 12,000-acre island is only accessible by passenger ferry from the town of Southport (unless you have your own boat of course). Few cars are actually allowed on the island, so the best way to get around the island is by foot, bicycle or electric golf cart.

It is a destination to unplug and simply enjoy the beach and the outdoors for what it is. And, Southern Living magazine agrees, as they created one of their southern-inspired Idea House’s on the little island. Not only do they have an Idea House, they have a Southern Living Inspired Community too and a Southern Living Inspired Event Weekend called Roast and Toast on the Coast. I had the pleasure of attending this year! This is the first year Southern Living has constructed an Idea House on an island.

Another neat aspect to coincide with the celebration of the Idea House on Bald Head Island, is that Old Baldy Lighthouse, the sole lighthouse on the island, is also celebrating 200 years. A portion of the proceeds from the Idea House ticket sales went toward the preservation of the iconic lighthouse.

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The highly anticipated 2017 Southern Living Idea House opened to the public on June 16th and has been available for tours through October. The Southern Living team chose a group of local builders and designers. This year, Whitney Blair Custom Homes, winner of the 2016 Southern Living Custom Builder of the Year award, helped create this idyllic, beachy home. The team included builder Jeff Sanderson of Whitney Blair Custom Homes based in Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina; residential designer Eric Moser of Moser Design Group in Beaufort, South Carolina; and interior designer Lindsey Coral Harper, who is originally from Cartersville, Georgia, and whose studio is based in New York City.

The Idea House is situated on a wooded lot in Cape Fear Station, just a short distance from the Southern Living Inspired Community. Southern Living constructs these homes annually as a platform for showcasing new design elements, ideas and inspiration.

For additional information or pictures about the Southern Living Idea House on Bald Head Island, please visit, southernliving.com/idea house and ideahousebhi.com.

Southern Living 2017 Idea House photos courtesy Southern Living, a division of Time Inc. Lifestyle Group, photographs by Laurey Glenn.

FEATURE | Holidays

Hosting a Holiday Baking Party

BY KRISTA EHRET

Baking goodies to send to family and friends is an annual activity for many. Remember how much you enjoyed your first year of doing this? You gathered festive tins and tags, dusted off the old cookbook, cranked up the Christmas tunes and finally got some use out of that stand mixer.

Fast forward a few years and something that started as a fun, seasonal tiding has probably gotten added to the “one more thing to do” list during an already busy time. If your Christmas apron feels more like a straitjacket, it’s time to rethink this ritual. Bring the joy back to baking and plan a get together with friends. There’s power in numbers and you can crank out those gingerbread men in record time while enjoying some social therapy as well. Here are some ideas for hosting a baking party.

MARK THE CALENDAR NOW One of the stressful things about the holidays is how quickly the days leading up disappear. This time of the year, I would set a date that works for you versus trying to find a time that works for everyone. You really only need two or three attendants, so don’t cast too wide of a net. Make a list of who you’d like to bake for and whether you’ll need to hand-deliver or mail the gifts. Get the mailed ones done first and you can always freeze any treats that need to be dispersed at a later date.

COLLABORATE ON THE MENU Once you have your guest list nailed down, ask everyone to send two recipe ideas of sweet or savory treats they’d be willing to make. Go through the list, select a varied assortment, and assign one of the options to everyone. Create a shopping list and then either offer to purchase all groceries or divvy up the items among the group.

Ask guests to bring their own bags, tins, boxes, etc. for packaging.

TAKE INVENTORY About a week before the party, look through your menu more

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closely and make sure you have enough kitchen supplies.

You’ll lose a lot of time if you’re washing one mixing bowl over and over. Bowls, measuring cups, whisks and baking sheets are easy to transport, so don’t be afraid to ask friends to bring their own if need be.

PREP THE PREP SPACE On party day, give the kitchen a good scrub down and clear the counters of any unnecessary small appliances or décor.

Make sure all needed gadgets, such as cookie cutters, are clean and accessible.

Print out the recipes and pull needed items out of the pantry. The kitchen table is the best place for treats that need to cool and for your packing station.

MAKE IT FESTIVE Even though this party isn’t entirely for socializing, you still want the environment to be welcoming. I envision this being a mid-morning gathering, so brew some fresh coffee and have some simple breakfast offerings to ward off the premature consumption of your goodies. Play some upbeat Christmas tunes, have some extra aprons available and light a holiday scented candle.

Everyone loves receiving homemade baked goods during the holidays. It’s the perfect way to spread cheer to neighbors, your mailman or family that lives far away.

Don’t let this be a tradition that falls by the wayside in lieu of less thoughtful endeavors. Carve out some time to spend with friends and encourage this timeless tradition.

KRISTA EHRET

The Lady Entertains | yoursouthernsoiree.com Krista is an event designer and co-owner of Southern Soiree, a full-service event and wedding planning company.

She also enjoys bringing beauty into everyday life.

SOCIAL | Mr. Sumner County

Photography by Melissa DelRossi The third annual Mr. Sumner County took place at Waterwheel at Bagsby Ranch. Hosted by the Junior Service League of Hendersonville, this Vegas inspired event featured some gambling fun, live and silent auctions, as well as great food and drinks. All proceeds went to benefiting Home Bound Meals of Hendersonville, an organization delivering nutritious, ready to eat, hot cooked meals for those unable to do so for themselves.

Fun and games ran on into the night, bringing together Sumner County residents and friends for a greater cause. To learn more about the Junior Service League of Hendersonville, visit jslhendersonville.org.

Cassie Venable & Sarah Russell

Kelly Riley, Barbara McGraw, Dawn & Alex Easton, Tanya & Chris McPherson, Amber & Chris Carlson

Rebeckah Dopp & Kathleen Hawkins

Tracy Pennebaker, Abby Eubank, Tiffany Brummett, Brittany Moore, Erin Cox, Katie Coker, Hilary Church, Amy Conyer & Jackie Crouch

Dawn Manning & Diane Montgomery

Amanda & Jerimy Smith

Wayne Jr., Wayne 3rd & Paige Holloway

Patty Copeland Stephanie Nystrom & Brittany Greenwood & Kari Rieger

SOCIAL | Main Street Festival

Photography by Haley Anthony Gallatin’s annual Main Street Festival returned for its thirty-fifth year, bringing vendors, live music from local bands, concessions, games and more to Gallatin’s historic downtown. It is a day to shop local, visit with friends and enjoy downtown. The festival has grown to more than 200 vendors and brings over 25,000 people to Sumner County. The event, along with Squarefest in the spring, are fundraisers for Greater Gallatin, to support downtown business.

To learn more about events happening in downtown Gallatin, visit downtowngallatin.com.

Henry, Amy & Sam Cole

Barbara Otte, Pat Tatro & Klazina Howard

Char Tillery

Ana Marzano

Brenda Ellison & Ayla Nelson

Jacob, Jolie & Sarina Deathridge

Danielle Shrum, “Miss Working Money”, Daisy Casey, Stephanie Anderson, Trish Cornwell, Hannah Souza & Charlotte Rose

Ileen Gruchot & Sara Bratten

Robin Dowell & Patricia Randolph

David & Brenda McCaleb

Dan Sutherland & Cindy Graham

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Kim Montgomery, Dale Reid, Diana Hernandez & Dawn Thompson

Janis Holton & Bob Wood

Kallan & Stephanie Stephens

Sarah Kelly & Kathy Ballinger

Natasha Jacobs

Kayla Savage & Autumn Patton

Stevie Eaton & Ashley Hicks

Melissa Whited & Jennifer Rodgers

Caitlyn Smith & Erica Richardson

LIFESTYLE| Come Fly With Me

THE HENDERSON PARK INN

Best Winter Getaway on the Emerald Coast Those who have been traveling to the Emerald Coast may remember when Destin practically shut down for the slower winter months.

Now, like the monarch butterflies that migrate every October, a steady stream of guests are enjoying the beach, warm temperatures and special events and festivals. Due to the moderate climate and almost daily sunshine, Destin provides the perfect place to get away during the winter. The winter season is also accompanied by invigoratingly crisp, azure blue skies highlighted by sparkling sunshine.

hideaway. Spacious guest rooms offer terraces overlooking the beach, and some include romantic fireplaces and whirlpool tubs. This unique boutique hotel offers complimentary wine, grapes, flowers and chocolates upon arrival, along with a full gourmet breakfast and picnic lunch. During the winter months, the sunsets almost always occur over water and are spectacular glistening over the gulf. These sunsets are a magnificent sight especially from the Henderson Park Inn’s veranda and tiki hut with their daily complimentary happy hour.

In and around Destin, now is the best time to enjoy a getaway at the Henderson Park Inn, a beachfront haven marrying the perfect blend of luxury amenities with a cozy, upscale atmosphere. While the Inn stokes romance in any season, the fall and winter months spark the desire to spend time with your significant other at this private and secluded adults-only

For those looking for a cultural experience, Destin’s Historic Harbor supports and celebrates local artists during the monthly ArtsWalk on The Harbor. Held the third Sunday of every month, this free event spotlights local and regional artists and craft vendors. The locals offer a host of food and wine events and festivals. . . just check with the Inn’s concierge for details. If retail therapy is your passion, start shopping for your spring wardrobe and take advantage of huge savings at internationally known designer stores at the Silver Sands Premium Outlet stores or visit the nearby Destin Commons, a European style open-air lifestyle center featuring more than ninety stores and restaurants.

One of the biggest benefits of visiting Destin in the fall and winter is the simple and fast access to your favorite restaurants and bars. You can breeze into places that had an hour or more wait in July and August, and get the same great food and attentive service. One great place to

find such an inviting atmosphere both inside and out, is BeachWalk Cafe, Destin’s only Gulf front fine dining, located at the Henderson Park Inn, with views right on the gulf and for those looking to add a little more romance, book the Inn’s signature “Toes in the Sand” dining experience.

So, if you’re looking for a romantic escape from the “winter blues” offering near perfect weather, plenty of activities, and a little more room to breathe during your stay, book your ultimate getaway at the Henderson Park Inn. According to Condé Nast Johansens on its website, “The Inn overlooks more than a mile of the most pristine and secluded white sandy beaches, and has the most gorgeous views in all of Destin. It is definitely the most romantic luxury boutique hotel on the Emerald Coast.”

For more information or to book your stay, visit hendersonparkinn.com.

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LIFESTYLE | A Little Something Extra

Spice Up Your Holidays

BY WHITNEY MILLER

Thanksgiving is the beginning of the holiday season that brings family and friends together to celebrate what they are thankful for and to gather over food.

I believe by having a stocked pantry, including your spice cabinet, will prepare you to be able to whip up an appetizer to dessert anytime the occasion arises. Before stocking your cabinet, do a little fall cleaning and check your current spices’ dates. A rule of thumb, if you can’t smell the spice then it is probably out of date and won’t add flavor.

Here is my list of essential spices and dried herbs to stock your cabinet.

SPICES AND HERBS Fine sea salt Kosher salt Cracked black pepper Garlic powder Onion powder Smoked paprika Ground coriander Ground cumin Worcestershire powder Cayenne pepper Dried dill

Dried parsley Italian seasoning Ground thyme Crushed red pepper flakes Ground mustard Cinnamon sticks Ground cinnamon Whole nutmeg Ground allspice Ground ginger Pure vanilla extract

Even something as simple as salt should not be overlooked in your spice cabinet. I prefer to use fine sea salt, and a little goes a long way. I love its intense flavor and use it in both savory and sweet dishes.

Along with having fresh, in-date spices, quality is key. My favorite spices are from Savory Spice Shop.

I love that you are able to smell and taste the spices before purchasing. Another great aspect of the store is the volume in which you can buy the spices from a small one-ounce bag to a large bottle. This is perfect for spices that you use infrequently, in small doses to every day, in large amounts. Tip: store your spices in four-ounce mason jars or small air-tight containers to keep the spices fresher longer.

Ground nutmeg is not only great to use in desserts like pumpkin pie, but in savory dishes as well such as my Roasted Butternut Squash Soup.

Just a pinch is all you need to add warmth and a slight sweetness. Serve this heartier version of butternut squash soup on a cold, fall night and your whole family will love it.

Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bread 4 Tablespoons unsalted butter 1/4 cup canola or coconut oil 1/2 cup pure cane sugar (granulated sugar) 1/2 cup light brown sugar 2 large eggs ¼ cup applesauce* 2/3 cup fresh pumpkin purée or canned pumpkin 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 1/2 cup Greek yogurt 1 cup brown rice flour ½ cup almond flour 1 Tablespoon ground flaxseeds, optional 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon Pinch ground nutmeg Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease 4 (5.5 x 3.5-inch) mini loaf pans or a 9-inch loaf pan.

In a microwave safe medium size bowl, melt the butter. Add the oil, sugar and brown sugar. Whisk to combine. Whisk in the

eggs until combined. Add the applesauce and pumpkin purée. Whisk in the vanilla and yogurt. In another bowl, combine both flours, flaxseeds, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg. Stir. Fold in the flour mixture into the wet. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan(s).

Place on the middle baking rack in the oven.

If making mini pumpkin bread loaves, bake for 30 minutes. If making one pumpkin bread loaf, bake for 1 hour.

Allow to rest for 5 minutes and then transfer loaves to a wire rack to cool. Enjoy warm. *If you don’t have applesauce, you can finely grate a small peeled sweet apple.

Tip: If you want to make a regular pumpkin bread, substitute all-purpose flour for the rice and almond flour.

Makes 2 1/2 cups.

Recipe from New Southern Table cookbook

Ground cinnamon is one of my favorite spices! But I don’t use just any cinnamon, my go-to is Savory Spice Shop’s Saigon Cassia Cinnamon. It has an amazing aroma and flavor of candy red hots. Cinnamon and spice and everything nice is my delicious gluten-free pumpkin bread. You can get this amazing cinnamon in my CrateChef curated box at cratechef.com.

Garlic powder, onion powder and ground thyme are just a few spices you will find in Southern fried seasoning. These spices not only give fried chicken it’s amazing flavor but try them on my Southern “Fried” Pecans. They make a quick and easy appetizer to serve at a holiday party.

Spice up your holiday with recipes for Southern “Fried” Pecans, Roasted Butternut Squash Soup and Fried Sage Leaves found at yoursumner.com WHITNEY MILLER

Eat, Drink & Be Merry | whitneymiller.net | facebook.com/WhitneyMillerH Whitney is the season one winner of Fox’s Masterchef, a chef, recipe developer and cookbook author. She will entertain readers with her Southern charm and treat them with her delicious recipes.

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You’ve got the tree. You’ve bought the gifts. Now, what about beverages? Choosing the right drinks for your holiday events and meals is an important task. Guests all have varying palates on what they prefer to drink. A good rule of thumb is to provide at least two options of wine with a red and a white to choose from, as well as a non-alcoholic beverage such as tea or punch. Here are some good go-to choices to consider.

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LIFESTYLE | Eat, Drink & Be Merry

Always Mix Business

BY JIM AND CHERYL HAGY

We’ve all heard the adage, “never mix business with pleasure.” At Chef ’s Market, we beg to differ. Recently we introduced a new BLT Station for our corporate clients who are looking to “think outside of the boxed lunch” for sales meetings or company-wide events. Our customizable, amped-up version of the bacon, lettuce and tomato sandwich has been a resounding hit and a great fit for any event from weddings to residential soirées. Let’s just say the business community has given it a solid reference, including strong motivational skills, morale building and a bright future.

As we deconstructed the ingredients for the classic BLT, each staple received an upgrade. Picture yourself as a guest about to partake. First you select from a variety of artisanal breads, such as sourdough, marble rye and ciabatta. Next are the condiments. While classic mayo is offered for the purists, there are more adventurous choices of basil or Dijon mayo, along with pesto and honey mustard. Now comes the most important element, the bacon. How about maple bourbon, candied brown sugar or peppered bacon? If your mouth is watering, we’ve had the same reaction and named it Bacon Utopia. Last but not just lettuce, you finalize your custom BLT with toppings. There are tomatoes of heirloom variety, gherkin pickles and hot and sweet peppers, along with a variety of lettuces from Boston Bibb to red leaf and romaine. Pair your sandwich with a side dish and a beverage (we suggest the potato salad and tango mint tea) and you’ve successfully mixed business with pleasure.

We’re letting you in on the secret to perfectly cooked bacon that you can make on your own. We love taking this Southern-inspired BLT station to corporate meetings as a fun, interactive lunch that breaks away from the deli doldrums and energizes everyone for a productive afternoon. Plus, this can add the same excitement and unexpected flair to a wedding or any other affair. If you love BLT’s and bacon alike, we hope this ignites your culinary creativity.

JIM & 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.

It was a breakfast tradition. Two eggs, toast and three slices of bacon. You retrieve the cold iron skillet, place the bacon in it, turn up the heat and wait for the hot spattering of grease you must dance around until the flat parts of the bacon are burned and the wavy parts are uncooked.

We have found a better way! It’s easier, cooks consistently and has less clean up. Here’s how - bake it! Heat your oven to 400°F, line a baking sheet with aluminum foil, arrange bacon in even rows and bake for 15 minutes.

You also use this oven cooking method for the flavored bacon recipes. Just make sure to follow the specific directions and cook times for each recipe.

with Bacon

Peppered Bacon

Maple Bourbon Glazed Bacon

1 ½ lbs lean sliced bacon, approximately 12-15 slices 2 ½ teaspoons coarsely ground black pepper

1/2 lb bacon, approximately 8-10 slices of regular cut bacon (optional: cut bacon slices in half ) 2 Tablespoons brown sugar 2 Tablespoons maple syrup 2 teaspoons bourbon whiskey

Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange bacon in either two shallow roasting pans or two jelly roll baking sheets, overlapping the lean edge of each slice with the fat edge of the next. Evenly sprinkle pepper over bacon. Place pans on two separate oven racks and bake 25 minutes, switching pans between upper and lower positions halfway through the baking time or until bacon is golden brown and crisp. Transfer bacon to paper towels to drain. Keep warm until served.

Preheat oven to 350°F. Mix together brown sugar, maple syrup and whiskey.

Place bacon strips in glaze mixture and toss until evenly coated. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a baking rack onto the baking sheet (note: a cooling rack can be used as long as it’s oven safe and not Teflon coated).

Arrange the bacon on the rack lying flat and evenly spaced. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until crispy, making sure to watch closely the last 5-8 minutes as it can burn quickly. Cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Candied Brown Sugar Bacon 20 slices thick cut bacon 3 cups light brown sugar 3 Tablespoons yellow corn meal Mix the brown sugar and corn meal in a bowl. Dredge bacon in brown sugar mixture. Place slices of bacon directly on the oven baking rack. Cook for 1520 minutes in a 400°F preheated oven. Cool completely and then cover. Candied bacon may be left at room temperature.

COMMUNITY | In Your Backyard

WHEN A LEMONADE STAND BECOMES A LEMON-AID STAND Cue the sugar and sliced lemons, and mix in some childhood nostalgia, and you have yourself a lemonade stand. The memories of hawking lemonade to passer-byers for a quarter and not giving up until you reached your dollar goal for that brand-new toy, are endless. We all logged hours and hours of “selling” lemonade with friends, but in hindsight, it was probably more about tasting the merchandise rather than selling the merchandise. Feel that? It’s the feeling of stickiness from spilled pink lemonade some years later.

Fast track to the year 2016, when a classic take on a childhood lemonade stand became a lemon-aid stand. Meet six-year-old Harper Wyatt, Texas transplant, now Hendersonville resident, and how she’s turned the classic childhood rite of passage into a way of helping those in need.

In August 2016, with over twenty inches of rainfall falling on parts of Southern Louisiana in record time, the Governor of Louisiana called a state of emergency.

Homeowners were losing everything and businesses were submerging underwater.

Thinking of ways to help, the idea of donating earnings from a lemonade stand

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was born. Cue the sugar and sliced lemons and set the price: $1 for a cup of cool lemonade and two delicious cookies.

That lemonade stand, on a hot Saturday afternoon, earned nearly $150, all while lessons of empathy and hard work were instilled. To add more motivation, her earnings were matched by her family - a total of $300 was donated to the charity Convoy of Hope (convoyofhope.com). Their mission statement: “A non-product organization with a driving passion to feed the world through children’s feeding initiatives, community outreaches and disaster response.”

And that was only the beginning. In April 2017, another lemonaid stand was scheduled. And this time, for an organization closer to home: Sumner County’s very own Mary’s Magical Place.

With the hope of helping to build a unique, all-inclusive playground for all ages to enjoy, Harper thought bigger and broader - she enlisted a “crew,” her neighbors, Dillon (seven) and Addison (four) Jackson, and with the help of her family, utilized the magic of social media to drum up excitement. Lo and behold, friends and family from across the country were gladly donating and this stand raised $250! With the help of an employer gift matching program with Sephora, a grand total of $500 was donated to Mary’s Magical Place. Mary’s mother even made a special appearance to purchase a glass of the best lemonade East of the Mississippi River!

In August 2017, over a four-day period, Houston and surrounding areas in Texas received over forty inches of rain causing catastrophic flooding. Hurricane Harvey became the wettest tropical hurricane on record, displacing more than 30,000 people and prompting over 17,000 rescues. Being a Texas transplant, and from the Houston area, all knew it was time to host another lemonaid stand, and this time outside of the standard driveway courtesy of G’s Meats N More.

On Saturday, September 9th, a table decked out in pink and yellow décor, complete with balloons and t-shirts reading “Lemonade for Harvey” (with Irma written with sharpie the morning of), the best deal one dollar could buy, was sold. From Facebook and Instagram shares, to a post on Positively Hendersonville, the community showed up to support Harper and her family’s efforts which included her RaRa (Grandma), Suzi Reese, efforts to support the victims of both. Kids emptied piggy banks to show support for victims of Hurricanes Harvey and Irma. This time, earnings were donated to Houston Texas’ very own JJ Watt’s partnership through You Caring (youcaring.com), and Samaritan’s Purse (samiritanspurse.org). With the help of social media, digital apps Venmo and PayPal, and the help of employer gift matching program with Sephora, a grand total of $3,880 was donated.

Not only does a lemonade stand allow a child to experience business and the beauty of economic freedom, it also teaches the importance of teamwork, compassion and hard work. American columnist Bob Tolbert said it best, “teaching kids to count is fine, but teaching them what counts is best.” When life gives you lemons... make a stand and donate! Be on the lookout for a lemonaid stand near you.

BUSINESS | The Scoop

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NEW DIRECTOR OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & MARKETING FOR CITY NAMED Mary Laine Hucks has been promoted to the position of Director of Economic Development and Marketing for the City of Goodlettsville. She has served the city for several years, most recently as the Marketing and PR Manager. Located within a twelve-minute drive to downtown Nashville, a fifteen-minute drive to Nashville International Airport and within a day’s drive to two-thirds of the country, the city of Goodlettsville has a desirable position for getting people and commercial goods to their destinations. Business recruitment and expansion for the City of Goodlettsville will be primary goals for Hucks in her new role.

GOLDEN APPLE EVENT The Golden Apple Event, an annual event to recognize and honor area teachers, was hosted by the Hendersonville Chamber Foundation and Hendersonville Area Chamber of Commerce this fall. This year’s event was the best to date with 182 teachers present and approximately $10,000 in educational grants awarded.

Mayor Clary proclaimed the first Tuesday following Fall Break “Golden Apple Teacher Celebration” and presented each school with a Proclamation. The Hendersonville Chamber Foundation has created a grant program to promote education in the greater Hendersonville area as served by the Hendersonville Area Chamber of Commerce. Founded in 1970, the Hendersonville Area Chamber of Commerce is the community’s premier advocate and champion for business.

NICEST PLACE IN AMERICA GETS REFRESHED SIGNAGE People driving into Gallatin from Hendersonville off Highway 31 will now drive past a much more attractive sign welcoming them into the Nicest Place in America thanks to the Gallatin Rotary Club. The Gallatin sign was in need of some TLC, and the Gallatin Noon Rotary Club decided to paint it as part as a service project. So, the club went to the Gallatin Chamber of Commerce and asked if they could touch up and refresh the sign. Rotarians got to work giving the sign a revamp, and the results made everyone happy.

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BUSINESS | Ribbon Cuttings

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

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FEATURE | Holidays

AVOIDING THE CHRISTMAS SHOPPING

STRESS We all have the images from Black Friday gone wrong, ingrained in our brains. The mobs of desperate shoppers pushing and shoving their way to snag the last of the great deal item, while on looking store clerks wish they could be home with their families. I pray that I am never so desperate for a Tickle Me Elmo that I would knock a senior citizen out of the way. Gift giving is a fun and wellintended part of the holiday season, but has unfortunately evolved into a greed-driven scheme of the marketing world. It arguably is also one of the biggest stress inducers as we circle the mall parking lot and break our budget to find just the right item.

While some genuinely enjoy the hub-bub, I think there has been a push-back in recent years by store chains and shoppers alike.

Many of us don’t want to shop on a holiday, and oppose the retailers who started this trend. Online shopping has definitely made the crowds no longer an issue. But what about the glorification of “stuff” that comes with this pricey territory? Do we really need all of the “stuff” to have a fun holiday? It’s not that

BY KRISTA EHRET

we care as adults about lots of gifts, but we want the kids to be happy. So, the question arises, how do we not deprive our children of a fun Christmas morning but keep the material goods at bay?

I believe that a balance can be found between the “stuff” and creating experiences. If you think about your childhood and your favorite Christmas memories, you may remember one or two gifts that were really coveted and exciting. The rest of the good times were likely traditions and fun things that you did with your family. Baking, caroling, watching your favorite holiday movies and decorating the tree. These are the moments we wish we could relive with our loved ones. However, in the moment you can’t very well explain to a five-year-old that these memories are so much better than that silly old doll house she wanted and didn’t get. As a new mom, I will be faced with this challenge for the first time this year; granted my six-month-old will be thrilled with the paper and lights and could care less about what Santa brought.

Still, the precedence of how we will do Christmas starts early. I know some parents who limit the number of gifts and tell their children to list three things that they really want and that’s what they get. Good in theory, the problem arises when the kid is sixteen and their short list includes a convertible and new Prada bag. I know other parents who do a few gifts but then ask family and friends to please refrain from sending additional items. That’s one that’s good in theory, but I’m not going toe-to-toe with my mom and her fun shopping for her first and only grand-baby. Others go on trips versus buying gifts. I love the idea of this as you are definitely creating memories for the family, but I am nostalgic and still get giddy waking up Christmas morning to gifts under a tree.

So unfortunately, we’re back to phase one with no universal solution.

Everyone has to find a system that works for them. Personally, I shop early and mostly online. I create a budget and do not allow myself to go over it. Items are not put on credit cards, because that makes overspending way too easy. I believe in quality over quantity especially for the adults you shop for. Baked goods are the only gifts given to friends and extended family and I stick to the same simple recipes. As new items come in, old items go out. Charity is very important and will continue to be a staple especially as I teach my daughter the true meaning of giving.

Experiences such as zoo memberships and tickets to sporting events, concerts or plays always make great gifts and give the recipients something to look forward to.

From my home to yours…wishing you all the warmth and joy this Holy Holiday Season has to offer. May your Christmas be merry and bright and your New Year filled with peace, prosperity and compassion for others.

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TWO MEN AND A TRUCK LOCAL MOVING SERVICE MAKES MOVING SIMPLE TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® is not a new name to the middle Tennessee area. In fact, they have been delivering moving services to this area for twenty years. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® is the largest and first franchised moving company in the country, but they still are very much a local business.

Gordon Shaffer and Nick Roerig’s roots run deep within TWO MEN AND A TRUCK, starting all the way back in 2003. Gordon and Nick both started their TWO MEN AND TRUCK® careers as movers in Columbus, Ohio. Believe it or not, seventy five percent of managers and franchisees within the moving company’s system begin their career as a frontline employee. Gordon and Nick held something different from even other successes. They have an extreme passion for customer service and continuously moving our customers and employees forward, and just after four months with the company, the two began working toward one day owning their own franchise. Whether this may be personally or professionally, these two individuals have a true drive to help others.

“We could not be more thankful for such a wonderful market, Sumner County fully supports our company, and we are happy to continuously meet the demand of the growth within our community.”

After showing a passion for the TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® brand, Gordon and Nick approached their boss in Columbus about more responsibility in the company. While, they continued to move forward in the Columbus location, both were offered positions in western states to help open new franchises in a brand new area. Gordon opened and managed Las Vegas, Nevada while Nick accepted the same task in Phoenix and Mesa, Arizona. After a few years of preparation, Gordon and Nick decided that middle Tennessee was the perfect place to flagship their continuously growing franchise. Since then, the team has expanded to Murfreesboro and Hendersonville and also opened another franchise in Atlanta.

Since taking ownership of the Brentwood location in 2012, the location has grown from six trucks to seventeen trucks, and they have no plans of stopping there. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® truly thanks this success to our growing community and fantastic development within Williamson and Sumner County.

“We could not be more thankful for such a wonderful market, Sumner County fully supports our company and we are happy to continuously meet the demand of the growth within our community,” States Nick Roerig, co-owner of TWO MEN AND TRUCK® Hendersonville.

TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® is excited to continue providing top notch moving services to the residents of Williamson, Sumner, and Rutherford County. For a free moving quote, call TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® at 615.595.5929 or visit their website at twomenhendersonville.com.

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MONTHLY | Socially Yours

The Art of the Napkin NAPKINS - A BRIEF HISTORY

The first napkin was a lump of dough the Spartans called ‘apomagdalie,’ a custom that led to using sliced bread to wipe the hands.

The sudarium, Latin for “handkerchief,” was a pocket-size fabric earned to blot the brow during meals taken in the warm Mediterranean climate. The mappa was a larger cloth spread over the edge of the couch as protection from food taken in a reclining position.

In the early Middle Ages, the napkin disappeared from the table and hands and mouths were wiped on whatever was available, the back of the hand, clothing, or a piece of bread. Later, the table was laid with three cloths. The first cloth, called a couch was laid lengthwise before the master’s place. A long towel called a surnappe, indicated a place setting for an honored guest. The third cloth was a communal napkin that hung like a swag from the edge of the table. An example can be seen in “The Last Supper” by Dieric Bouts.

The napkin was a part of the ritual at medieval banquets. The ewerer, the person in charge of ablutions, carried a towel the lord and his honored guests used to wipe their hands on. The French court imposed elaborate codes of etiquette on the aristocracy, among them the way to use a napkin, when to use it, and how far to unfold it in the lap. And although unacceptable today, fashionable men of the

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time wore stiffly starched ruffled collars, and this style was protected while dining, with a napkin tied around the neck.

Hence the expression “to make ends meet.”

The acceptance of the fork in the eighteenth century by all classes of society, brought neatness to dining. Today, the napkin is made in a variety of sizes to meet every entertainment need: large for multi-course meals, medium for simple menus, small for afternoon tea and cocktails.

NAPKIN ETIQUETTE 101 Here are a few basic reminders you may find helpful attending your next holiday meal.

• Within a few minutes of sitting you can unfold your napkin gently and place it on your lap. A dinner napkin does not need to be opened completely. You can place it on your lap folded in half. For lunch, brunch, breakfast or tea party, the napkin is usually smaller in size and can be placed on your lap completely open.

• Your napkin should not leave your lap throughout dinner, if you really must get up, place napkin left of your plate or fork gently unfolded. In a less formal dinner you may leave the napkin on your chair.

• Do not use your napkin to clean utensils, or to dip in water to clean a stain, or to blow you nose, to wash your face. (Um… please tell me you know this one already!).

• At a formal dinner, if your napkin falls to the floor, do not pick it up. Discreetly let the waiter or your host, know and someone will bring you another one.

• Never tuck your napkin in your shirt collar, like a bib. This isn’t France!

• Never spit food into your napkin.

• When dinner is over you place your used napkin unfolded on the left of you plate, never on your plate, or if table was cleared, leave napkin on the table where your dinner plate was placed.

Courtesy of goodmannersandetiquette.com

COMMUNITY | Your Community Partner

SUMNER REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER MORE THAN A HOSPITAL

BY CATHERINE ROYKA

Less than a mile from historic downtown Gallatin, you’ll come across Sumner Regional Medical Center (SRMC). The hospital has been a landmark in the community since 1959, providing exceptional health care services to their patients from Gallatin to Hendersonville and the surrounding areas.

They are more than just a hospital. They are part of the greater Sumner County community family, and are continually giving with their time and resources to their patients, staff and local charities and nonprofit organizations.

SRMC’s core is their staff that strives every day to make it an exceptional location for care.

“I think the most important aspect for this community is the dedication of the staff of this hospital since 1959,” says Susan Peach, CEO of Sumner Regional Medical Center and Market President of HighPoint Health Systems. “This hospital was built to serve a community that needed it. Having expert health care close to home is what every community needs and to do as much as you possibly can safely as the hospital grows.”

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SRMC has grown from just fifty employees and seven physicians back in 1959, to over 1,000 employees and 300 physicians today.

They operate a 155-bed healthcare facility and provide quality care in a variety of areas, including cancer treatment, cardiac care, same-day surgery, orthopedics, diagnostics, women’s health and rehabilitation services.

The hospital continues to expand, by adding driven staff members, new and improved services and offices to better serve the evergrowing Sumner community.

“I have been so impressed with the resiliency and the dedication of the staff,” says Susan.

They even have a staff member in the O.R. who was there when the hospital opened in

December of 1959. “There are numerous employees that have been with the hospital for ten, twenty and even thirty years. We celebrate those employees every single year.

They far surpass any of my expectations as far as loyalty to this community. They are treating their neighbors, and that is why they continue to do this. When you’re a patient here, you are not a number, you are truly a family member and a community member that we enjoy serving.”

GOALS & GROWTH The main focus for Susan and her team right now is building their clinical expertise and clinical resources at the hospital. They want to continue to build service lines to meet the

“This hospital was built to serve a community that needed it. Having expert health care close to home is what every community needs and to do as much as you possibly can safely as the hospital grows.”

–­ Susan Peach, CEO of Sumner Regional Medical Center and Market President of HighPoint Health Systems

needs of the community in the future.

“Our mission is to make communities healthier,” says Susan. “We want to offer services as close to our community residents as possible.” While Susan has been with SRMC, they have added Sumner Station, a new free-standing ER, the new Carpenter Cancer Center has opened with the addition of PET CT services and so much more. At the main campus, a helipad has been built for faster emergency transport and twelve new physician offices have been added. The list goes on and continues to go on for the exceptional growth and success of this hospital.

“Just like with any business, you have to be competent, have the resources, the equipment and the space to provide those services in a high-quality way. That is what we have been doing for the past five years here, we have been steadily adding building blocks to our clinical competency, to our quality and our resources, so that we can offer those services here safely,” explains Susan. Each year, you will see the building blocks and growth of SRMC, with the hospital adding a clinical service line or two that is based on data and growth in the community.

REFLECTIONS The excitement for the new beginnings at SRMC does not stop there. Though the growth is exceptionally important, Susan reflects on how this progression has impacted her and the community through the years.

There are three key elements she has been most proud of over her six years with the hospital, which have helped her continue to keep the momentum for development.

Susan is most proud of the reputation of the hospital. “I think people have a lot of confidence using our services and coming to our hospital and expecting great service and great care,” she says. “They are cared for by the people that they know and trust.”

Second, her task from LifePoint from the start has been to develop and mentor leaders.

Within their system, she has promoted ten people in five-and-a-half years into progressive executive positions, both inside the entity of SRMC and other LifePoint hospitals.

Finally, the impact the hospital has had on the local economy is exceptional. They provide over 1,100 jobs and are one of the largest tax payers. “We are also a very good community partner, we have strong philanthropy and donation history here at the hospital and continue to donate over $100,000 each year to local charities,” says Susan.

SRMC BY THE NUMBERS • 1,122 employees at SRMC, HighPoint Health Partners and Sumner Station • 66 percent of employees live in Sumner County • 330 physicians on staff • 155 beds – will add 15 in 2018 • 18 ICU beds • 730 admissions each month • 350 observation visits each month • 850 surgeries each month GIVING BACK SRMC is proud to partner with and support numerous local organizations in the area that provide greatly needed services and education to residents. In 2016, they provided more than $65,000 to support systems including the American Cancer Society, American Heart Association, Gallatin Rotary, Gallatin Shalom Zone, Historic Cragfont, Historic Rose Mont, Middle Tennessee Council of Boys Scouts

of America, Portland High School, Salvus Center, United Way, Vena Stuart Elementary and Volunteer State College Foundation.

SRMC is also passionate about helping out area schools. Sumner Regional Medical Center’s BodyGuard Sports Medicine department allocated resources and salaries totaling more than $300,000 for four fulltime certified athletic trainers to provide athletic training support to student athletes in Gallatin, Portland, Station Camp and Westmoreland high schools in Sumner County. In addition, they have worked with the Macon County High School, Red Boiling Springs School and Volunteer State Community College to provide assistance to the schools and to the student athletes.

BUSINESS & LIFE IN SUMNER COUNTY Life in Sumner County is pretty great, and Susan could not be more thrilled to do business and live in this wonderful area.

“Oh, I love Sumner County,” exclaims Susan. “I am probably one of the biggest advocates for Sumner County that you could have ever met. I have traveled the entire country – I have been to every state doing the work I did years ago. I would never want to live anywhere else.”

The middle Tennessee area has a plethora to offer, making it extremely ideal for a range of people. “We are so close to Nashville, you can go to a hockey game, you can go to the symphony, then you can come back and to the country and live a peaceful, quiet life. Great school systems, great shopping, places to eat and to work,” says Susan. “We have everything you could ever want to raise a family and have a lovely and wonderful family life in a safe environment. I love it.”

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TILE

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STONE DESIGN

The Art of the Home

BY CATHERINE ROYKA

Tile & Stone Design in Hendersonville, has been a mainstay in the local community for eight years. What started off as only a tile and stone showroom, has expanded to assisting builders, designers and all customers alike, with complete design services from hardwood to decorating to window treatments and so much more.

Owner and designer, Linsey Capps, has been in Sumner County for seventeen years, engaging with the community through her years of experience in interior design. Originally from Vermont, Linsey transitioned down south to Atlanta for design school and then was recruited by a company in downtown Nashville, where she put down her roots in the area.

“I am so fortunate to get up every day and do what I love. I take great pride in providing exclusive, unique and detailed conception and composition services to individual customers, designers and builders alike,” says Linsey.

Tile & Stone Design features a range of services and products to their clients across the area. From porcelain, ceramic, marble, glass tile and natural stone, you will find all that you need to complete your home or site to complete the look and personality you want to reflect. Customers can expect a personalized, focused experience with layouts created in the showroom or a visit to the customers’ home or job site to assist in creating spaces they have dreamed of.

“What sets us apart here at Tile & Stone Designs is that level of industry knowledge,” says Linsey. “Both Christina Cavin and I have over twenty-five years of experience under our belts. What we bring is a full design service. Whether it is a backsplash, a fire place, new construction project, we are able to go beyond the surface material and really guide people to help all of those phases come together.”

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can. She is very involved in HolidayFest, a nonprofit community service organization that helps bring together the Sumner County community during the holidays through events. Additionally, she is one of the founding members of Monthaven Arts & Cultural Center.

“Art is definitely a passion of mine and I am very excited about Monthaven,” exclaims Linsey. “They are in the beginning stages of creating a complete cultural center right here in Sumner County - with an outdoor amphitheater, continuing education center, a performing art center… places that can bring more culture to this area. In addition, they are bringing in incredible exhibits. It is great to have something like that locally, and I do as much as I can for them.”

The Sumner County community has been great to Linsey and her team. “One of the things I like most about Hendersonville is that it really is a very positive community and very supportive community,” she says.

“Having a group of people that want to help and support all the local businesses is so rewarding.”

The growth through the years in Sumner County has been great, seeing the area go from a small town to a bustling city with all the businesses moving in and the booming real estate. Linsey’s business is also experiencing a lot of growth. They have brought in an interior designer, along with an installation team. With this expanding team, they are able to complete full remodels - whether it is bathroom design, new carpets or hardwood, they can complete an array of projects to best fit the needs of their clients.

“I love the boutique type feel of our business, and I want to keep it very intimate and personal. It is important for me to see new clients, but also love seeing repeat customers,” says Linsey. “It is very rewarding knowing people can trust the business.”

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BUSINESS | We’re in the Money

WORKING IN GALLATIN

BY JONATHAN WALKER

When Paul Winkler Inc. decided to expand in the fall of 2014, it became clear to us that Gallatin was the perfect choice for our new office. We loved the transformation that was taking place near the courthouse and opened our office early 2015, just off the Square on North Water Avenue. It was the perfect choice!

If you live in Sumner County, and have not recently visited the Gallatin Square, you are missing out. The Square has a lot to offer.

There are many businesses, boutiques, the farmer’s market, several restaurants and coffee shops that add to the energy and upbeat vibe of a revitalization effort that is able to bring an urban feel, without sacrificing old town charm.

In addition to the storefronts in downtown Gallatin, the city is doing an excellent job bringing special events to the area. These events include Main Street Festival, live music concerts, community movie nights, fun-run fundraisers and so much more. In fact, every year on Halloween, the Square is crawling with miniature sized ghosts and goblins, eagerly collecting treats from the business, long before the sun goes down. In my experience, I believe the business owners actually enjoy this event more than the kiddos!

Possibly, because I was raised in a small town, I prefer to avoid the “hustle and bustle” of the big city. In the day of big box stores, Gallatin has excelled at maintaining a small town feel with an emphasis on local business. It is a town where people still say “hello” to folks they pass on the street, hold doors open for the person walking through behind them and where common sense and courtesy are still common. I am not surprised that Gallatin was recently named “Nicest Place in America 2017” by Reader’s Digest.

Our office has been on the Square for almost three years and we have seen and benefited from the ongoing growth as the area continues to regenerate itself into a small “urban” town culture. I feel blessed to be part of the growth in our area. Please stop by and say hi anytime and then, please take the time to enjoy some of what Gallatin has to offer.

If you have any financial questions at all, feel free to give our Gallatin office a call at 615.461.8653, or check us out at paulwinkler.net. We can set up a free initial consultation to determine if our office can help you with your current situation. You can also tune into our radio show on WTN 99.7 FM every Saturday from 3pm-6 pm.

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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The Lost Town of Cairo

BY RYAN BAKER

On occasion, my wife Kim and I like to jump in the car and take a ride around our beautiful county. All of the scenic highways like Highway 25, old Highway 109, 31E, Highway 52, Dobbins Pike, and all the old country back roads in between, make for a beautiful drive. While driving, you will pass through old communities like Graball, Cottontown, Bethpage, Castalian Springs, Oak Grove and many more. Like all of the major cities in Sumner County, each of these smaller communities has their own story to tell. But for now I would like to focus on one community in particular; the community of Cairo.

Unlike today, when I was in high school there was not much to do in Gallatin, so my friends and I would pile up in a car and hit the old back roads.

One stretch of road we always seemed to take was Cairo Road, which is off of Hartsville Pike.

One reason we frequented Cairo Road was because it dead-ended into the Cairo boat dock. This was the closest lake access to us and, during the summer months, there was a good chance we were getting out on one of our parent’s boats.

I never really thought too much about Cairo’s history back then, or why it was given that name. I just knew you could put a boat in there. I did notice the church and a few old buildings in the area, but that was about it. It was in recent years I discovered Cairo’s rich past and believe it is a past worth sharing and remembering.

The history of Cairo dates back to about 1790, when Zeigler’s Fort was built for the protection of settlers who were beginning to clear land and erect homes in the area. Tragedy struck and several were killed by Indians, many were captured, and the fort was burned. This led to the construction of another fort known as Walnut Field Station. Shortly after, peace was made with the Indians and this settlement near the Cumberland River would soon become a thriving town.

Cairo, originally called Ca Ira (meaning “it’s alright”), began growing in the late 1700s and early 1800s. Cairo, being located right on the Cumberland River, gave it a great advantage over other villages or towns in Sumner County. It was said to be one of the largest shipping ports along the river.

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COMMUNITY | Days Gone By

Cairo was incorporated in 1815 and failed to become the county seat, losing to Gallatin by one vote in 1801.

The story goes that on Election Day a man had gone across the river and that by the time he had returned the polls had closed, naming Gallatin the county seat; Even though at that time, Cairo was much larger than Gallatin and would be for several years to come because of its prime location on the Cumberland.

Products like animal skins, bacon, livestock, corn, wheat and other grains were being shipped to New Orleans among other places via steamboats and would return with commodities like sugar, coffee, farming supplies and other types of merchandise. Eventually, this would even include the finest mahogany furniture which has mostly disappeared. However, a few pieces can still be found in the area today.

When Cairo was incorporated in 1815 there were thirty families, two doctors, one school, one tavern, one cabinet maker, one machine maker, one church, one cotton and wool factory, one rope walk (a building where ropes are made), two blacksmiths, one gunsmith, two shoemakers, a silversmith shop, thirteen grocery and dry goods stores and one corn mill.

What happened to this once busy town full of commerce and trade? Well, as the threat of Indian attacks lessened, roads became safer for travel and railroads were on the rise, Cairo transitioned from a thriving business community to a prosperous agricultural community due to its rich river bottom farmland. At this point there were two schools and churches and a general store or two.

As farms continue to be sold and divided into lots, Cairo is now a desirable residential area with many lake front homes. Lifelong resident and “unofficial” mayor of Cairo, Homer Bradley, recalled memories of growing up there, saying, “Cairo was once a farming town and has always been a place of community.” There is still a community center there that has quarterly events for residents in the area, although Homer says that any and everyone is invited to these events. The next meeting at the Cairo Community Center is the Christmas Program in December.

Homer also recalled memories of electricity coming to Cairo, getting a cold drink and some peanuts for a dime at the General Store, getting weekly ice deliveries and storing it in the ice house, and World War II maneuvers in the area.

Happy Holidays From Our Family to Yours!

So the next time you are driving down an old county road or one of our scenic highways and you pass a small community or historic area, just think, not too long ago, that place may have been the place-to-be in its own time. I just wish I could go back and see for myself just what it was like way back when.

RYAN BAKER

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COMMUNITY | Your Kids

Holiday Baking Fit for the Whole Family

BY GINGER JONES

The holidays are known for being a time all about family togetherness - but does that always translate into preparing for the special days ahead? How do you get your kids, of any age, to help prepare for the big meal or having visitors? It can seem like a daunting task when you face it by yourself.

Here are a few things to try to get everyone involved.

Don’t assign them recipes, let them pick their own! If you’re very serious about your menu, you can offer your kids a list of possibilities to pick from. Or, you can just let their imaginations run wild. You may end up with Fruit Loop pie for dessert, but let’s be honest, doesn’t that sound kind of delicious? Instead of telling your kids how

“Instead of telling your kids how they have to help, this gives them a little freedom and a lot of room to be creative.” they have to help, this gives them a little freedom and a lot of room to be creative. They won’t feel forced into participating in the day - they may just be excited about trying something new!

Want to get them involved before the big day? Have them help with the shopping and the meal planning.

Plus, they will begin to build basic concept of how to take a big project and split it into smaller steps. Involve them in making the shopping list and helping you find the ingredients needed for the meal. When your kids have a job to do, it will make shopping with them go much smoother. Carry this theme a step further and let your kids decorate the kids table. Take them to a dollar store and show them all the decorations, then let them run wild. Not only will it get you out of setting one of the tables, but it’s probably going to make a hilarious Instagram post - #win.

If you don’t like the idea of having too many cooks in the kitchen, you can try getting your little ones (or not so little ones - teenagers can help too!) involved in the spirit of the holiday: giving. Let everyone pick a charity to donate time or money to during the holidays, so they can really understand what giving is all about. You can even make a family activity out of it by working on a service project together. That’s sure to make you memories that last a lifetime. There are tons of way to get your entire family involved in the holiday baking. The most important thing is that you all enjoy each other this busy season. Happy holidays!

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FEATURE | Holidays

Educational Gift Ideas for Kids

BY GINGER JONES

I thought Christmas was exciting as a kid; opening my presents, seeing cousins and family from out of town, plus all the treats and good food - it was a dream come true!

How could I have ever imagined that the best thing about Christmas would be watching my own children enjoy those same wonderful things that I enjoyed at their age? Nothing is better than seeing their excitement on Christmas morning as they open up gifts from mom, dad and Santa.

Something that’s always been important to me is getting gifts that aren’t just fun, but educational, as well. I want my kids to be learning, even when they don’t realize they are.

You know your kids better than anyone, so you know what’s going to pique their interest and keep them engaged. Plus, if it’s something the whole family can do together, that’s a wonderful bonus!

Happy Holidays to you and yours.

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ACTIVITY SETS Just search the term on Amazon or Overstock. These are great for working on cognitive and motor skills, and can be anything from LEGOs, to architecture sets or home baking kits.

BOARD GAMES These are wonderful for getting the whole family involved, and depending on what type of game you get, they can teach critical thinking and teamwork.

SCIENCE KITS Need I say more? Your kid is going to learn all about experimenting with all kinds of science and have a blast doing it.

ASTRONOMY If your kids are older, try a telescope or astronomy kit. It’s something fun for you to do with them, and you’ll probably learn a thing or two, as well!

ART SUPPLIES Don’t forget how educational being creative can be! For younger kids, coloring and drawing is great for motor skills, and for older, encouraging creative thinking will benefit them in all areas of life.

OUTDOOR GAMES A hockey set, a bike, or anything that encourages them to get out and exercise is wonderful for their overall health and happiness. Kids need to be up and moving now more than ever - so why not encourage that with a fun holiday gift?

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Photography by Melissa DelRossi The White House Chamber of Commerce recently hosted the Jingle Mingle; and it was definitely the place for holiday shopping!

Shoppers had the chance to win prizes and sample local foods, and also enjoyed the homemade crafts, jewelry and Christmas gift ideas. Learn more about the White House Area Chamber of Commerce and their events by visiting whitehousechamber.org.

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LIFESTYLE Eat, Drink & Be Merry FEATURE || Holidays

Miss Daisy’s Holiday Table

BY MISS DAISY KING

Welcome to the holidays with some of my family traditions and favorite recipes. This time of year, we turn our thoughts to December; to caroling in the snow, tinsel and sleigh rides.

This time of merriment is concluded with the ringing in of the New Year.

The Christmas season arrives with traditions of carols and food. “The Christmas Song” by Mel Torme and Nat King Cole, Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas,” popularized by Bing Crosby and the granddaddy of them all “We Wish You a Merry Christmas,” have become our favorites. These celebrate the sounds, smells and of course the tastes of the holidays. Figgy pudding is an English tradition from across the pond, but jam cakes, especially Blackberry Jam Cake, resonate with Tennesseans. I’m sharing a favorite I grew up with that you can enjoy too.

Sophistication and grandeur comprise the New Year’s Eve ideal; as seen in the film Holiday Inn, which gave us the aforementioned Christmas standard, White Christmas. If you are a certain age, New Year’s brings memories of Guy Lombardo and his royal Canadians bringing down the Times Square ball with big band elegance. One of our Southern traditions is that black-eyed peas must be eaten for luck on New Year’s Day. Often that dish is combined with rice and pork, known as Hoppin’ John, completing our recipe for “Cowboy Caviar.”

All of these recipes can be made easily and inexpensively. Moreover, these are recipes which are fun to make and share with friends... because love and togetherness are what the upcoming holidays are really about. Wishing a fun and happy holiday season from our family here at Miss Daisy’s Kitchen to yours!

Love, Daisy King

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Blackberry Jam Cake CAKE 1 cup butter, softened 2 cups sugar 6 eggs 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cloves 6 Tablespoons buttermilk 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 cups blackberry jam 2 teaspoons and vanilla extract Assemble ingredients and utensils. In a large bowl of an electric mixer, combine softened butter and sugar; add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. In a separate bowl, combine flour with spices. In another bowl, combine buttermilk and baking soda.

Add flour and spice mixture alternately with

buttermilk mixture to creamed butter, sugar and egg mixture, until well blended. Add jam and vanilla; mix well. Pour into 4 greased and floured 8-inch cake pans.

Bake at 350°F for 20 to 25 minutes until cake tests done. Yield: serves 16 FILLING 4 eggs 3 cups sugar 2 cups raisins 2 whole milk 2 Tablespoons flaked coconut

CARAMEL FROSTING 1/2 cup butter 1/4 cup whole milk 1 cup light brown sugar 2 cups confectioners’ sugar, sifted

In a large heavy saucepan, combine all ingredients. Cook and spread between layers and on top if desired or top with Caramel Frosting.

In a heavy large saucepan, melt butter and brown, but do not burn. Bring to a full boil for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add milk, bring to a full boil again. Cool to lukewarm, then add sugars, mix well and frost cake.

New Year’s Party Caviar 3 Roma tomatoes, seeds removed and diced 2 ripe avocados diced 1 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and diced 1 15-ounce can black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained 1 1/2 cups frozen sweet corn, thawed 1 bell pepper, diced (I use 1/2 green and 1/2 red) 1/3 cup red onion, diced 1 jalapeño pepper, seeds removed, diced into small bites 1/3 cup cilantro finely chopped DRESSING 1/3 cup olive oil 2 Tablespoons red wine vinegar 2 Tablespoons fresh lime juice 1 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder Assemble ingredients and utensils. Combine tomatoes, avocados, beans, peas, corn, peppers and cilantro in a large bowl. Toss well until ingredients are combined. Set aside.

In a separate bowl whisk all dressing ingredients. Pour dressing over combined ingredients. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Serve with tortilla chips. Yield: serves 6-8 60 YOURSUMNER.COM | HOLIDAY 2017

Thyme & Lemon Roasted Turkey Kosher Salt 1 Tablespoon crushed rosemary leaves Grated zest of 2 lemons 1 (12-14 pound turkey) 1 large yellow onion, quartered 2 lemons, quartered 10 sprigs fresh thyme 6 Tablespoons unsalted butter, melted A couple days before you roast the turkey, combine salt, rosemary and lemon zest. Rub the turkey inside and out.

Sprinkle inside of the cavity with some of the mixture and the remainder all over the outside of the turkey. Wrap with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to roast.

Assemble ingredients and utensils. Preheat oven to 450°F. Place the onion, lemon and thyme in the cavity. Tie the legs together with kitchen string. Brush the turkey with butter and additional salt and pepper.

Roast the turkey for 45 minutes. Lower the temperature to 325°F and roast for about another hour until 165°F for the breasts, the legs and thighs will be around 175°F. Remove from the oven and cover with foil. Allow to rest for 30 minutes. Yield: serves 8-10 MISS DAISY KING

Eat, Drink & Be Merry | missdaisyking.com Tennessee’s “First Lady of Southern Cooking,” Daisy was the founder and chef of the renowned Miss Daisy’s Tearoom and is now the proprietor and executive chef of Miss Daisy’s Kitchen.

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LIFESTYLE | Arts & Culture

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Holiday lovers, rejoice! A Country Christmas celebration is back for its thirty-fourth year. Between Christmas trees, holiday lights, dazzling shows and attractions, you’ll find all your festive fun for everyone in your family or group at Gaylord Opryland Resort.

CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE A new show to ring in the holidays this year is Cirque Dreams Holidaze, held at the iconic Grand Ole Opry. Experience this Broadway musical that showcases never-before-seen performances, singing, dancing, seasonal favorites and a gorgeous wonderland stage. Don’t miss this colorful, festive, innovative and imaginative show.

Dates: November 18th – December 27th Location: Grand Ole Opry Tickets & Information: 615.889.1000

DIAMOND RIO HOLIDAYS & HITS DINNER SHOW Also new this year is Diamond Rio Holidays & Hits Dinner Show. The Grammy Awardwinning six-man group will delight guests with festive favorites along with a feast prepared by some of the resort’s top chefs. A new event not to miss!

Dates: November 17th – December 25th Location: Tennessee Ballroom Tickets & Information: 615.889.1000

ICE! A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS The signature holiday attraction at the Gaylord Opryland returns with a charming feature of ICE! A Charlie Brown Christmas, by Charles Schulz from November 10th through PEANUTS © 2017 PEANUTS WORLDWIDE LLC January 1st. Bundle up when you go, as the exhibit is kept at nine degrees Fahrenheit. Creative artisans from Harbin, China sculpt these hand-carved scenes of everyone’s favorite Peanuts characters from the show.

Dates: November 10th – January 1st Location: Gaylord Opryland Events Center Tickets & Information: 615.889.1000

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Of course, the usual favorites will be there too; with snow tubing, ice skating, cookies with Mrs. Claus, strolling the decorated Gaylord Opryland hotel, carriage rides and General Jackson showboat holiday cruises. To make the holidays even brighter, the resort has added 500,000 more Christmas lights, bringing the grand total to three million. For more information on ticket prices and scheduling your visit to the array of events, visit christmasatgaylordopryland.com.

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STREET CORNER SYMPHONY, GABE DIXON AND FRIENDS CHRISTMAS SHOW Street Corner Symphony, a Nashville-based a cappella group that shot to stardom on NBC’s “The Sing-Off,” joins hit singer/songwriter and keyboardist Gabe Dixon and friends for an evening of holiday music, Christmas cheer and special collaborations at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center’s James K. Polk Theater on Saturday, December 2nd.

Street Corner Symphony has made their mark on the music world; recording albums, providing clinics for schools, giving benefits for cancer, performing across the country and around the world and even working with major artists including Ben Folds, Alison Krauss and Take 6’s Claude McKnight. Street Corner Symphony moves seamlessly between most styles of music, feeling at home in all of them. Their repertoire covers a wide range, from gospel and barbershop to rock and pop, appealing to the young and old alike.

With this being Music City, this performance is sure to be a hit! The two groups are coming

together for a family-friendly show of original and popular Christmas music, sing-a-longs and special guest surprises.

December 2nd at 7pm TPAC’s James K. Polk Theater tpac.org 615.782.4040

Street Corner Symphony will perform a variety of holiday classics, original Christmas music, classic rock, R&B/Soul, with some improv elements, including a special collaboration with Dixon and his band. Dixon will perform a spirited set of Christmas tunes and originals inspired by the season, including songs from his Christmas EP on Spotify, including “Don’t Want to Let Christmas Go,” “Drivin’ Around Town” and “Christmas Time is Here.”

of Loggins & Messina, Gavin DeGraw and Delta Rae, as well as held side-gigs as the keyboardist and vocalist for Paul McCartney, Alison Krauss & Union Station, O.A.R. and Supertramp.

Street Corner Symphony and Gabe Dixon are looking forward to their upcoming mashup. “I’m really excited to bring some holiday cheer, and play some of my songs with Street Corner Symphony,” Gabe says.

“We’re all big fans of holiday music, and we’re incredibly excited to be sharing the stage with Gabe,” says Jeremy Lister of Street Corner Symphony. “We’re thrilled to bring in the holidays with our friends and fans in Nashville. Plus, it’s a huge honor for us to be doing our first show at TPAC.”

Gabe Dixon released his sophomore album back in 2016, “Turns to Gold.” This album marks his first official collection as an independent artist. Throughout his career, many other notable artists have taken note of and supported Gabe’s immense talents.

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Time for Some Festive Fun! Park Place Holiday Brunch December 1st, 8:30am-10am Park Place Retirement Join the HolidayFest friends as they honor their friends at Park Place Senior Living Community with a homemade brunch and music full of holiday cheer.

City of Gallatin Annual Christmas Tree Lighting December 1st, 5pm-6pm Downtown Gallatin Help ring in the holiday season with the community as Mayor Brown lights the city Christmas tree on the downtown Square.

The event will happen rain or shine.

Breakfast with Santa December 2nd, 8:30am & 11am Bluegrass Yacht & Country Club Children and families will love this traditional breakfast which includes a keepsake photo of Santa as well as many of his friends, Mrs. Santa, Elves, Princes, the Grinch and many others come to entertain! This event benefits Bows & Ballcaps and the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt. The Nashville Suzuki Players, directed by Thornton Cline will perform. Enjoy a buffet breakfast, craft tables, goodie bags and a wonderful holiday experience for the whole family.

Merry Mantels December 2nd, 6pm-9pm Historic Rose Mont The Rose Mont Restoration Foundation plans and coordinates this festive, annual event with a tradition of fine wine and holiday hors d’oevures. Each room of the historic home will be adorned with holiday décor reminiscent of the period.

Oh, the holidays. Truly, it is the most joyful time of the year - celebrating time with family and friends, carrying on traditions and sharing what we are thankful for.

HolidayFest (holidayfesttn.org) events are for friends and families to gather and celebrate the holiday season together! They help bring together the Sumner County community, its people, businesses, government and service organizations. Come join in on the celebration!

St. Nicholas Ball December 2nd, 6pm-11:30pm Bluegrass Yacht & Country Club Kick off your holiday for a rocking night benefiting Make-A-Wish Middle Tennessee.

There will be a fun cocktail hour and impressive silent auction to help you with your holiday shopping. From there, enjoy dinner and dancing featuring the Nashvillefamous 12 South Band and The Nashville Suzuki Players, directed by Thornton Cline.

Hendersonville Christmas Parade December 3rd, 2:30pm-5pm Drakes Creek Park Bring your chairs and hot cocoa and get ready for one of Hendersonville’s most anticipated events of the year! Smile and wave as your whole family enjoys a parade of marching bands, horse drawn floats and of course your favorite Christmas characters brought together with love by local families, businesses and community organizations. This year’s theme is “A Star Spangled Christmas.” This event is assisted

by Kimbro Air and the Hendersonville Parks Department.

Tuba Christmas December 5th, 7pm-9pm First Baptist Church (Gallatin) This unique and spectacular event is back for its forty-fourth anniversary, with concerts and events presented throughout the world.

Delight in the holiday sounds of Christmas as professional tuba and euphonium players expertly perform to the awe of the audience in what is sure to be a memorable experience for everyone young and old.

Hendersonville Chamber Singers Christmas Concert December 5th, 7pm-9pm First Presbyterian Church Hendersonville Enjoy the sounds of the season with the Hendersonville Chamber Singers as they share their music and “Christmas Traditions” a family Christmas concert. The concert is free, but donations are appreciated.

Music City Bronze December 7th, 3pm-6pm Palace Theatre Enjoy an evening of enchantment with the holiday sounds of Nashville’s premier community hand-bell ensemble, Music City Bronze. Performers bring all size bells for a beautiful evening of music. Music City Bronze is fully affiliated with the Handbell Musicians of America and are a nonprofit organization. Their mission is to reach for higher levels of musicianship in handbells/ chimes, and to promote, educate and share the passion of handbell/chime music with the community.

Gallatin’s Annual Christmas Parade December 9th, 12pm-2pm Gallatin Public Square Enjoy a “Christmas in Toyland Parade” with family and friends during Gallatin’s annual Christmas Parade sponsored by the Gallatin Area Chamber of Commerce. The parade can be watched anywhere along the route.

If you want to get an up close and personal view, watch from the Gallatin Public Square.

Starting at 10:45am, Gallatin’s own, Danny McCorkle will be performing holiday music from the balcony of the Gallatin Public Library. As the parade begins, H.D. Wheeler,

with ServPro and Cathy Martindale, host of “Racing County,” will be their Master of Ceremonies. You will get a play by play of the parade as it passes by. Parade Route: Steam Plant Road to Hartsville Pike, down Main Street, Down Broadway and ends at Gallatin High School.

Deck the Hulls December 9th, 5:30pm-9pm Drakes Creek Marina The Sumner County “Deck the Hulls” Christmas Boat Parade brings a ton of family fun, excitement and is a holiday spectacular for all ages. This annual event attracts thousands of spectators seeking to enjoy the beautiful boats showcase. Parade begins at Drakes Creek Marina. Viewing at Mallard Park is free.

Appalachian Christmas Dinner December 9th, 10th, 11th, 6pm-9pm Historic Rock Castle Guests will feast on an authentic Appalachian dinner complete with moonshine, wine and stack cake. Storytelling and music will be provided by Sparky and Rhonda Rucker. Space is limited to only forty people per event.

Christmas 4 Kids Bus Tour December 11th & 12th, 5-9pm WalMart, 204 Anderson Lane N The Christmas 4 Kids Tour Bus Show features buses from some of today’s top artists, whose drivers graciously open their doors. For a small donation, fans can see what the artists’ home-away-from-home is really like. The best part is you never know who you’re going to meet! They will have twenty-thirty recording artists there to meet fans and sign autographs. Past artists have included Gretchen Wilson, Chris Young, Taylor Swift, Wynonna and Naomi Judd, Trace Adkins, Trisha Yearwood, Darryl Worley, Jeff Bates and Larry-The Cable Guy.

A Christmas Carol December 14th-17th (various times) Actors Point Theatre Enjoy a live performance of the classic, A Christmas Carol with dinner presented by the Actors Point Theatre in Hendersonville.

Performers include locally and nationally known professional actors whose stage, film, and television experience has brought new energy to professional theaters throughout middle Tennessee. Catch the performance December 14th-16th at 7:30pm, December 15th at 10am or December 17th at 2pm.

Enchanted Christmas Ball December 15th, 6:30pm-8pm Historic Rose Mont You are invited to be our guest this holiday season! Join your favorite princesses at the beautiful Historic Rose Mont for their first Christmas Ball. There will be live performances, singing, dancing, horsd’oeuvres, a raffle, and unlimited photo opportunities to capture the magic of your child at our biggest event of the year! After you purchase your ticket, you will be sent a royal invitation from one of our princesses!

Bring the invitation with you to the ball to be royally announced as the guest of your favorite princess! Parents and children alike, come dressed in your best royal attire.

Wreaths Across America December 16th, 10am-12pm Nashville National Cemetery Remember. Honor. Teach. Help place wreaths on veteran gravestones at Nashville National Cemetery.

If you would like to donate, please donate Under the Patriot Guard Riders (they get three for the price of two). Their code is TN0055. If you need a grave specific with your donation under this code, please send your information and grave specific to the coordinator, with a copy of your donation receipt, let the coordinator know if you plan on being there to lay your grave specific wreath.

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New Year Traditions Around the World In Denmark, residents keep a pile of dishes, all broken, in front of the door. For this they save old dishes and people usually throw these on the friends’ doors during New Year. This symbolizes friendship and brotherhood and they believe the one with the most dishes outside, has the most friends.

In Switzerland, they celebrate the New Year by dropping ice cream on the floor.

In Ecuador, they celebrate the New Year by burning paper filled scarecrows at midnight.

They also burn photographs from the last year. All in the name of good fortune.

In Colombia, they carry their suitcases around with them all day in hopes of having a travel filled year.

In Spain, eating twelve grapes is what you will expect on New Year’s Eve. Tradition has it that you have to eat them one by one, in time with the striking of the clock at midnight on December 31st. If you manage to eat all the grapes on time, you are in for a year of prosperity and good luck.

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