August 2015

MUSIC & MEMORIES

WILLIAMSON INC.

GOLF CLASSIC

STUDIO TENN GALA

A DISTINCTIVELY SOUTHERN PLACE AUGUST 2015

TOO COOL FOR SCHOOL

Kindergarten Fashion

EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY The Return of Football Season

HEALTH & WELLNESS GUIDE

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YOUR Community Partner

Fashionable You Too Cool for School

SEI Healthcare - Proactive Care for Seniors

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Welcome Home

Fairytale Setting in Leiper’s Fork

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Health & Wellness

Osteo Strong: A Better Way to Healthier Bones

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Williamson Medical Center Sponsored Health & Wellness Guide Children’s Hospital, Breast Health, Stop Smoking, Overactive Bladder Treatment, Robotic Orthopaedic Options

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Trends in Exercise Fitness

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Health & Wellness Back to School 101

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Health & Wellness Super Foods for Super Health

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Juice Bar - Top 5 Foods to Keep You Cool

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The Middle Tennessee Basin of Allergies

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Happy Tales - Simple Acts to Overall Health COVER PROFILE This month’s cover features Beau and Kimberly Brothers with their daughter Bella, joined by their staff - Pam Kahre, Lori Pickard, Sherry Smith and Rena Lenon - at SEI Healthcare, a division of Sitters, Etc. Their multi state company is located in Brentwood, Tennessee and they are seen here at the historic Moreland Mansion also in Brentwood.

Photography by Andrea Davis.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS YOUR Social 16 YOUR Williamson Summer Mixer 18 Pretty in Pink Fashion Show 20 Hammers and High Heels 21 6th Annual Ladies Only Charity Golf Tournament 26 Studio Tenn Gala 30 Nashville Symphony Showhouse Patrons Party 33 Franklin Tomorrow Exemplary Volunteer Awards 34 Williamson Inc. Golf Classic 41 Vintage Base Ball 48 Town & Country Tour of Homes 50 Juneteenth 54 Fork & Vine 59 African American Heritage Society Prom 62 Franklin on the 4th 68 An Evening for the McGavock Confederate Cemetery 72 Music and Memories 6 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | August 2015

76 WMC Children’s Hospital Grand Opening 92 Franklin Kid’s Art Festival 93 Nashville Walk for Children 94 Porchfest YOUR Community 26 A Little Something Extra Seriously Seersucker

32 YOUR Charitable Self

Franklin Tomorrow Exemplary Volunteers

70 Days Gone By

Medical History in WC

85 In YOUR Backyard Smile Spotters

90 YOUR Education

Start the School Year Off Right!

YOUR Business 36 It’s YOUR Business

with Wheelhouse Marketing

37 YOUR Real Estate

with Williamson County Association of Realtors

38 Scoop

You in the News

39 Open for Business

Ribbon Cuttings with Williamson, Inc.

YOUR Lifestyle 19 YOUR Best Self with Connie Haley

22 Beauty Junkie

with Julie Jorgensen

24 Happily Ever After

Kate Yeager & Adam Delk Bridal Profile

40 Keeping Score

Bowlability Hits the Lanes

42 A Southern Gentleman Is... with Jeffrey Gray

44 Eat, Drink and Be Merry with Miss Daisy King

52 Interior Thinking

with Eric Ross Interiors

60 Styling YOUR Everyday with Katie Jacobs

66 The Lady Entertains with Southern Soiree

92 YOUR Kids

with Ginger Jones

95 5 Sense Living

with Lauryn Gilliam

YW MONTHLY | Your Staff

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MONTHLY | Atticus, YOUR “Bone” Vivant

MEET ATTICUS AND DR. LOONEY Hello, Williamson County! My name is Atticus Maximillian Ausbrooks and I’m the new columnist for YOUR Williamson.

I am of course a Bone Vivant ( a canine having cultivated, refined, and sociable tastes especially with respect to food and drink) and a five year old Zuchon, a cross between Bichon Frisé and Shih Tzu. I help my Mama, Dana, at her office. She is a lawyer. I let her think she is in charge, but she would be lost without me. I help her with all the “ruff” cases. All my work at the office is done pro-bone-o...what a bargain!

In my free time, I love car rides, eating peanut butter from a spoon, music by R.E.M. and Taylor Swift, strutting around the block, taking naps, rolling around on plush carpet and getting belly rubs. Before i found my forever home, I lived at Williamson County Animal Center for a little while. After Mama adopted me, she bought me a new dog bed to keep at the law office. I love my bed so much I wanted all the doggies at WCAC to be able to sleep on new dog beds while they are waiting to meet their human. So, I worked hard during the month of July and won dog beds for WCAC! After seeing how hard I worked, 8 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | August 2015

some of Mama’s friends donated dog beds too. Mama says the people in Williamson County are the best and I agree.

Mama likes to tell me how important it is to get an education. She even enrolled me in obedience classes! She says I graduated at the top of my class and she told me I could take more classes since I am so smart and a good listener. This month I started working on my Master’s Degree in obedience at Project Reward in Thompson’s Station. I love going once a week and working with the trainer and director of Project Reward, Charlotte Blake. She is fantastic and Mama says I am the best behaved dog after spending an hour a week with Miss Charlotte. While we were driving to class, Mama told me the human puppies will be going back to school soon. I didn’t know the human puppies had to take obedience training too and I had lots of questions. Mama couldn’t answer all of my questions, but she knew someone who could. We went to the central office for Williamson County Schools and I met with Sperintendanct Dr. Looney. He let me ask him all kinds of questions about the human puppies and our great schools. He must have at least a Master’s Degree in obedience because that man is smart! Want to see what Dr. Looney has to say? Well, then check out my interview with Dr. Looney, online at yourwilliamson.com and stay tuned for more columns, interviews and puparazzi pictures from Williamson County’s Bone Vivant!

YW MONTHLY | Publisher’s Letter

HEALTHY, HAPPY & WISE Dear Readers,

century. We are excited to provide this important and relevant information on fitness, food, diagnostics, and more to help you be well!

Ahh the dog days of summer are upon us. Speaking of dogs…. welcome to our newest columnist Atticus Ausbrooks. Atticus will be interviewing local “celebs” and normal people (or four legged friends) too, covering events and in general providing the nose to the ground news for you, our readers. He is a true “Bone” Vivant August has no official holidays of Williamson County! Also welcome to our new Marketing and that I am aware unless of course Events Coordinator, Chris Arthur and our new Director of Creative parents you celebrate the first day Services, Michelle Bailey, who join us this month on our seemingly of school! But there are plenty ever-expanding staff! As we continue to grow; (gearing up for the new of events going on this month Daniel and Shelly Robertson, YOUR Sumner launch in September)! We also give a congratulatory including Bootleggers Bash to First day of school 1980 shout out to our friends at Williamson Medical Center who benefit Historic Carnton have expanded this summer with the addition of the Plantation and the Carter House, Bowlability to benefit Monroe Carrell Jr Children’s Hospital wing at WMC. our friends at BrightStone, everyone’s favorite poker What an incredible new addition to our medical and night - Jokers and Jackpots for BRIDGES and a new healthcare community! Like so many other reasons and seriously fabulous event hits the grounds at THE to live here, this is just one more feather in our cap O’More College at the end of the month; Seriously and what makes our community so amazing!

Seersucker. Get your tickets and enjoy some more GREATEST fun in our always entertaining county. Wait til you Our annual Health & Wellness Guide offers you see the cutie pies featured in our Too Cool For WEALTH IS some valuable insight into the many programs of School fashion spread. These kindergarteners are HEALTH. -Virgil our featured sponsor Williamson Medical Center. ready to hit the books and the rest mats as they start No longer do you have to travel outside of your their educations off right in the BEST school system zip code to receive top-notch care, services, testing in the country! Thank you Superintendent Dr. Looney and more. It’s all right here in the WC. Companies like and our incredible teachers and school system staff! I don’t our cover business, SEI Healthcare, are at the forefront know about you but the month of August is so busy I may of identifying and serving the needs of the emerging largest age need a vacation…..! Enjoy Williamson County – see ya in the fall! demographic in our country – senior citizens. Proactive healthcare options for living longer, happier and of course healthier lives are Shelly Robertson Birdsong - Owner, Publisher the mantras of most any health and wellness provider in the 21st Shelly@robertsonmediagroup.com

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YW MONTHLY | Your Contributors

Jeffrey Gray Jeffrey Gray is as southern as sweet tea and fried chicken at a Sunday picnic.

This Southern bon vivant, decorator, event planner, painter, food slinger and drink pourer gives advice to the men of Williamson County on all things “Southern gentleman.”

Connie Haley Connie Haley Life Coach is a certified life coach that specializes in helping people love the life they have and from there, create the life they always envisioned. Every issue she will show readers ways to find peace and calm in their lives and in themselves.

Miss Daisy King Tennessee’s “First Lady of Southern Cooking,” Daisy King 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 at Grassland Foodland Market in Franklin, Tennessee. Daisy will be the new YOUR Hospitality and Cooking Contributor both in our monthly print edition and online at www.yourwilliamson.com.

Katie Rushton Fashion stylist and owner of Effortless Style, a personal shopping and wardrobe consulting company in Brentwood. She provides a variety of services including Closet Audits, Styling Sessions and Personal Shopping.

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Julie Jorgensen A self proclaimed Beauty Junkie, Julie is our go-to gal for all things beauty - She scouts out the best deals and the best beauty tricks around.

She treats readers to some hilarious insight into the world of what it takes to be fabulous!

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

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

Lauryn Gilliam Lauryn Gilliam is a seeker of fun, student of life and lover of exploring mindful ways to enlist the 5 senses in all her experiences.

Join her in every issue as she takes us on a sensory tour of all things arts, culture and dining.

Margie Thessin Franklin on Foot owner and Williamson County historian. Author of Ghosts of Franklin, Tennessee’s Most Haunted Town and Lizzie’s War. Margie is seen throughout Franklin giving historical walking, biking and southern food tours.

Krista Ehret As an event designer and co-owner of Southern Soiree, a full service event and wedding planning company, Krista collaborates with discerning brides to bring their vision to fruition. With a degree in interior design and a passion for all things domestic, she also enjoys bringing beauty into everyday life.

Joel & Carol Tomlin Your monthly book review of great reads, local, regional and beyond is provided by this unique bookstore in historic downtown Franklin. Owners Joel and Carol Tomlin will share insight and knowledge of literature both current and old and encourage our readers to read, read, read.

Joe Harkins Co-founder of Wheelhouse Marketing Advisors after spending the previous six years as Vice President, Group Director at J&A. Joe has more than 25 years of experience in both consumer and business-to-business marketing.

Wheelhouse will provide business and marketing insight monthly through their own expertise and that of their clientele via the It’s YOUR Business column.

Eric Ross Eric Ross Interiors specializes in full service residential interior design and interior decoration for homes and provides truly unique, luxury design solutions for any room in your home. From design concept to installation and presentation, Eric Ross Interiors manages every aspect of your project and leaves no detail unattended.

YW MONTHLY | Your Social Secretary

YOUR SOCIAL SECRETARY: AUGUST 8

August brings a host of fabulous events we can’t wait to attend! Here are just a few to add to the Social Calendar.

Visit YourWilliamson.com for more events.

AUGUST 10-11

Bootlegger’s Bash

BrightStone Bowlability

AUGUST 22

16th Annual Jokers & Jackpots

Saturday, August 8th Carnton Plantation

From 7-11 p.m.

Inspired by Williamson County’s unique history of bootlegging, this event allows guests to taste local whiskey and moonshine, enjoy a delicious supper and be entertained by a swanky band.

Reservations required. Purchase tickets at boft.org/events/bootleggers-bash.htm.

Mon, August 10th - Tues, August 11th Franklin Family Entertainment Center

5 – 7 p.m. and 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.

“Team up” with families, friends and co-workers to support BrightStone!

Visit brightstone.org/event-info/ bowlability/ to register or donate.

Saturday, August 22nd Jamison Hall, The Factory at Franklin

From 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Step back in time and join us for an evening from the Roaring 20s! Purchase tickets at bridgesdvc.org/jokers---jackpots.html.

YW MONTHLY | Ms. Social Grace

Dear Ms. Social Grace:

Dear Baffled:

My husband and I have been invited to a wedding of two middle-aged folks. We know these folks fairly well and have been in a Sunday school class with them. This is a second marriage for both spouses. They each have two children. The service will take place on a Saturday morning and our entire congregation is invited to witness the marriage and participate in the nuptial mass. On to the practical things, what in the world do we give as a wedding gift? Not only are we newly Catholic, but, we are also aware that a household is already set up and waiting for the two families after they become one. We want to honor this sacred commitment but are at a loss. We also want the couple to know how much we applaud their courage and how hopeful we are for their future. I hope you can give me some gift giving wisdom.

Signed, Baffled in Bellevue

This sounds like a wonderful opportunity for you and your husband. It is a lovely thing to be included in a wedding like this one. A second wedding is often an much more intimate event than a first wedding. A Saturday morning will likely make it a small crowd. However, those who are in attendance will have made an extra-special effort to be at the wedding. The inclusion of a mass denotes the couples desire to be viewed as belonging to the Catholic faith.

I suggest a gift that honors both the combining of the two families and an acknowledgment of their religious commitment.

A family bible – inscribed to the new couple (with names as appropriate) including the wedding date and the children’s names – makes a wonderful wedding gift for this type of occasion.

Congratulations and blessings to the newlyweds!

Ms. Social Grace

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

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SOCIAL | Your Williamson Summer Mixer Sponsored Event

Story & Photography by K York YOUR Williamson held their summer mixer with co-hosts, H Clark Distillery and Circa, at H Clark Distillery in Thompson’s Station on a beautiful evening in July. Jim Hayden entertained the crowd with his musical stylings and despite the threat of thunderstorms, it was a lovely, cool summer evening in the country. H Clark Distillery’s repurposed old grainery, houses the still and a tasting room for the creation of Tennessee Bourbon, Dry Gin, Rye Whiskey and New Whiskey. Circa restaurant located next door, provided scrumptious appetizers to everyone’s delight. Your Williamson’s mixers are always a great time to catch up with friends and enjoy the beauty of what our community has to offer. Thanks everybody for making it so special.

Darrin Buswell, Shelley Moeller & Corey Napier

Pat & Dianne Petty

Becky Clark & Sarah Williams 16 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | August 2015

Denise Andre & Richard Cash

Jen Nichols & Alan Sims

achel Marble & Cheryl Brehm

Morgan Dent, Josh & Lee Ragland

Kathryn York & Nate Gaw

Heath Clark, Nancy Smith & David Garrett

Nancy & Rick McEachern

April Randle, Carmen Boone & Madeline Cross

Peyton Gilliam, Ryann McDougal, Todd & Lauryn Gilliam, Liz McDougal

George Clark, Daisy King, Danny Anderson & Cathi Aycock

Margie & Paul Tirey

Tommy Wolosin

Emily Barker & Amy Parman

Anna Robertson & Emily Fordice

Dee Settle & Tracie Dycus

SOCIAL | Pretty in Pink Fashion Show Story & Photography

by Sarah Bailey The Pretty in Pink Fashion Show celebrated breast cancer survivors and featured sixteen women from the 2015-16 calendar showcasing survivors. The afternoon included lunch, music and a wonderful fashion show with clothes courtesy of Macy’s.

Barb Nigretto & Patty Harman

Brenda Reagan, Lila Baker, Betsy Wright & T Corlew

Audrey Campbell & Julie Boswell

Julie Farris & Brandi Maige

Karin Moughler & Jen Niederwerfer

Byron & Jackquie Glover

Dana Lutz & Debbie Jordan

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LIFESTYLE | Your Best Self

GIVE PEOPLE PERMISSION TO JUDGE YOU Most of us are not that mindful of how to fix or improve our mental state. There are numerous things wreak havoc on our emotional well-being. Worrying about what other people think is one of the most common examples that I see.

Brooke Castillo, in her book, It Was Always Meant to Happen That Way, wrote a great article on this subject. So good that I decided to share.

“If you can allow for others to have judgments of you with no resistance back, you will taste a freedom most people will never experience. Other people’s judgments are about other people. Their opinions tell us about them, not you.”

Byron Katie taught me that pretty much any judgment anyone makes about me is somewhat true. I can usually find where they are right and be okay with it. It doesn’t mean there is something wrong with me or that I need to change. It just means that I am human.

Human beings are a wonderful mixture of qualities, some good and some bad, depending on who is doing the judging.

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I have learned to give people the space they need to judge me, to doubt me, to criticize me, to dislike me, to fight against me, to ridicule me, to complain about me, to mock me, and to disagree with me. I don’t have to fight against it or talk to them about it or make a case for myself. I can just be in the allowing of it, which feels so much better.

When the holidays come closer, I have many opportunities to practice this new-found skill. It seems that family members judge each other the most. I find myself doing it. I feel somewhat entitled to judge my sister and brother and mother. Why is that? Because I love them more? Because I have known them longer? I am not sure why — but I do know it feels crappy when I do it. Even so, I give myself and my brain the freedom to judge them. I act like the Watcher. I notice how I feel when I think the judgmental thoughts.

I notice how I feel when I don’t.

This helps me immensely when I hear them judging me. I know from their place of judgment, they don’t feel good. I know from their place of judgment, they are missing out on the connection that is so wonderful to feel. I know their judgment has nothing to do with me, and yet I allow the room for it. I agree with it when I can see where it is true. This allowance, I have noticed, dissolves it.

It takes any fuel it has and extinguishes it.

And from there, we can get to the good stuff that lies beyond the judgment. The connection that makes us ALL family beyond any judgment our minds can think up.”

Be you. No apologies.

Connie

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SOCIAL | Hammers & High Heels Story & Photography by Sarah Bailey Hammers & High Heels was held recently benefiting the 2015 Women Build organization. This year’s Women Build partner family is single mother Jennifer Aric and her nine children. Jennifer is a caregiver for seven of her children who still live at home, including a son and daughter who each have a disability. The event was held at Williamson County’s newest event venue, Homestead Manor, a 50-acre plantation, historic home and event barn located in Thompson’s Station. Live music was provided by four sisters that make up The Redhead Express, a country and bluegrass band. Puckett’s, Puckett’s Boathouse and Homestead Manor provided the food. The silent auction included over 100 items: original artwork, specialty items from downtown Franklin, restaurant gift certificates and more. For more information, go to www.hfhwm.org.

Tom Dolan & Debbie Watts

Nicole Matthews & Jesse Hitzing

Robert & Saye Blythe

Billy Whipple, Becky & Heath Clark

Laura & Chris Czarka

SOCIAL | 6 th Annual Ladies Only Charity Golf Tournament Story & Photos Submitted Brentwood Country Club hosted the 6th Annual Ladies Only Charity Golf Tournament on June 29th with women coming together to play golf and to raise money to benefit Morning Star Sanctuary. Morning Star is a safe haven for women and their children in middle Tennessee who are victims of abuse. Although no one won Land Rover’s Jaguar with a hole in one, all the women were winners for helping those less fortunate. Mr. John Pugh, director of Morning Star Sanctuary, received a check for $16,000 at this year’s event.

Amy Cottrell, John Pugh & Jeanie Frautschy

Sandy Arevalos & Kathy Bierl

BethAnn Burns, Malene Grant, Missy Tucker & Sandra Kemp

Julia Pickard, Laura Wittenaur & Nancy Perna

Patti Slamon, Cheryl Stephenson & Kim Tonnies

Marcella Harris, Mary Phillips, Paula Uhlir & Mary Marable

Desteni Nordstrom & Kim Watkins

LIFESTYLE | Beauty Junkie

PRETTY on the inside

BY JULIE JORGENSEN

Did y’all ever hear this phrase growing up: “Well, she’s pretty on the inside, where it counts”? It could be taken as sweet or searing, depending on who said it – am I right? Of course I am. But as we focus on health and wellness this month, it’s worth exploring when it comes to what we put into and how we treat our bodies, and the impact it has on our outward appearance. Can one be pretty on the outside without treating oneself well? Hardly. Is healthy beautiful? Absolutely! There are no doubt a few key notions when it comes to putting healthy in and getting pretty out. I like to refer to them as Sweat, Eat, Rest and Recharge. Let’s go! wreaks on your body (both inside and out) recently, so make sure to minimize or eliminate it completely. Your skin will thank you.

It’s not difficult to break a sweat in middle Tennessee in August (dang, I’m starting to “glow” just typing this). But I’m talking about real-deal exercise that gets your heart pumping, regardless of the weather. Study after study show that a regular exercise routine will not only improve your insides, but also your outside. Sweat carries toxins to the skin’s surface and can have an overall cleansing effect. Consistent exercise (particularly weight-bearing activity) boosts metabolism, even when resting – hello, calorie burn! The endorphins released during sweatinducing workouts have been proved to reduce stress, ease depression and anxiety, boost self-esteem and even improve sleep. Have you ever seen a depressed, exhausted person and thought, “wow, she looks like her healthiest, most beautiful self ”? Me either. So get yourself to the gym. Go for a run (avoid the hottest time of the day, please). Dance with your kids. Hit the lap pool. Break a sweat.

In order to have smooth skin, pretty hair and healthy nails, you have to eat. Mind you, I’m talking about a healthy diet with appropriate supplementation, but you have got to eat, honey! The antioxidants in fruits and veggies (especially superfoods like berries and kale) will make your skin glow. Don’t skimp on water, as hydrated skin is healthy skin. Aim for a bare minimum of eight eight-ounce glasses per day, more if you exercise. Healthy fats like the omega-3 acids found in fish make for bouncy hair and resilient nails. Branch-chain amino acids (Google it) protect precious muscle tissue and force our bodies to use fat as its primary energy source. We truly are what we eat, so don’t reach for anything cheap, fast or fake! What we eat is literally either our medicine or our poison. Don’t skip meals, ever, don’t let yourself go more than a few hours without eating something, and keep that metabolism going by reaching for healthy snacks like raw nuts or fruit in between meals. I’ve talked about the havoc sugar 22 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | August 2015

Rest is a precious commodity in the era of constant busy-ness, isn’t it? And that’s a shame. During sleep, our bodies are on an all-out mission to repair the wear and tear we put onto ourselves on a daily basis, doing everything from neurologically processing the events of the day to performing a detox clean-up of our organs. I mentioned the essential role that exercise plays in our overall well-being, but a proper “rest day” or two is a big part of that idea. Your body needs time to recover from physical activity and the stresses of the day to be ready to go when that alarm sounds the next day. Shoot for seven hours a night if at all possible and set yourself up for sleepy success by making your bedroom a sanctuary: no blaring TV or hyper music, and no work-related stuff. Go with soft lighting and the best mattress you can possibly afford. Take a relaxing bath or shower before bedtime and diffuse some essential oils once you hit the hay (a blend of lavender and peppermint is my current fave). Make sure that head is properly supported when it hits the pillow, and off you to go la-la land.

Recharge those batteries, sweet pea. Relaxation is just as important as sweating, eating right and sleeping when it comes to dealing with all that life tends to throw at us. Taking time out of our hectic lives to do what makes us happy feeds our souls like healthy food feeds our bodies. The end result? A stronger sense of clarity, calm, and peace – and that shows. It can be as simple as a few deep breaths throughout the day or kicking back with a good book, or as big as a weekend away with girlfriends or a dedicated meditation practice. Any and all are beneficial to your overall well-being. If you’re unsure of how to properly recharge, write down a list of the activities that make you the happiest. There’s your perfect jumping-off point.

When you’re able to balance the stresses of life with the activity, nourishment and recuperation that serve you best, you’ll be your healthiest (and therefore most confident and beautiful) self. It’s all connected, y’all. If you put good in, you’re going to get good out, so focus on the good. Take care of yourself, and find a way to squeeze in some down time. You’re a precious commodity, and there’s only one you! Cheers!

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LIFESTYLE | Happily Ever After

Happily

Ever After YEAGER-DELK WEDDING

PHOTOGRAPHY nyk + cali

PAPER

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WEDDING PLANNER firefly events

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On April 24, 2015 at 5:30pm, Laura Kate Yeager, daughter of Janie and Bob Yeager, wed Adam Russell Delk, son of Karen and Rusty Delk at Mint Springs Farm in Nolensville, Tennessee with Don Finto officiating. Grateful Bluegrass Band provided the music for the ceremony and Jenny Van Valkenburg sang a special solo. The reception was also held at Mint Springs Farm and Synder Entertainment was the DJ for the evening.

The bride wore an ivory fit-and-flare dress by Essence of Australia made from rich Regal Satin with asymmetrical pleats on the bodice that gave way to a A-Line skirt with swirling cuts of mixed fabric detailing. She also wore a beaded belt and chapel length veil accented with beading.

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FOR WHERE YOUR TREASURE IS, THERE YOUR HEART WILL BE ALSO. -LUKE 12:34

The groom wore a three piece medium grey suit from Men’s Warehouse with a navy tie. His groomsmen wore the same two piece suit and navy tie.

Gregory Delk served as Best Man, with Joe Haddix, Austin

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Jennifer Dunn served as Maid of Honor, with Amy Crossland, Katie McDaniel, Sarah Walsh, Cristina Simpson, Lisa Handly and Ashley Roberts serving as bridesmaids. Each bridesmaid chose a navy, chiffon Bill Levkoff gown in the silhouette of her choice. Honor Attendants were Taylor Rainey, Calli Beth Schlick, Gracey Goodwin, Molly Kate Yearwood and Molli Kate Schlick. Flower girls were Anna Carver, Avery Dunn, Presley Haddix and Ryan Kolka.

Maddux, Carter Fitzgerald, Hunter Yeager, Chris Handly and Cooper Yates serving as groomsmen. Wilson Yearwood and Daniel Rainey served as ushers and Jake Rainey and Hutton Fitzgerald were the ring bearers.

Kate is a summa cum laude graduate of the University of Tennessee and Washington and Lee University School of Law and is an Assistant District Attorney in the 21st Judicial District. Adam also graduated from the University of Tennessee and co-owns Southern Styles Landscaping, LLC. The couple began their honeymoon in Los Angeles attending a Dodgers baseball game. They then flew to Oahu and continued on to Maui.

The couple will reside in Franklin.

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COMMUNITY | A Little Something Extra

IT’S SERIOUSLY SEERSUCKER! New York Times bestselling author Robert Hicks will pay homage to that most serious of gentleman’s summer attire – Seersucker with the Inaugural Seriously Seersucker event that gives a nod to the truly Southern summer lifestyle. The event will be held Saturday, August 29th on the lawn of O’More College of Design to benefit the Student Scholarship Fund.

“Like New Orleans, where seersucker suits, cocktails and seersucker parties were all first invented, it’s an occasion to have fun, swank around in your seersucker and enjoy local music, food, cocktails and dance. It’s an appropriate farewell to the beloved seersucker summer as we rapidly approach the fall,” says Hicks. He adds, “Kentucky may have invented bourbon, and Tennessee perfected whiskey, but New Orleans gave us the cocktail. The only rule is that our guests wear seersucker and I’m looking forward to seeing what that means to each person. It’s time to be daring and Southern.”

Cool Café will provide a truly southern buffet dinner

Sponsored Event

and guests will enjoy the music of The Exotics who have a great following of their cover songs ranging from the Beatles and Rolling Stones to Motown. Garden & Gun Magazine, which celebrates the best of the South, is a sponsor of the event and is providing a mystery crate to be auctioned off that evening to benefit O’More College. A silent auction touting all things Franklin and all things Southern will be another highlight of the evening.

Patron tickets are available at $500 and include a pre-party at Historic Abbey Leix Mansion from 5 – 6 p.m. with Robert Hicks and provides an opportunity to purchase a bottle of the hard-tofind Battlefield Bourbon which is made from the spring water of the Franklin battlefield and signed and numbered by Robert Hicks, as is a piece of fine art. Seriously Seersucker will be held on the grounds of O’More College of Design located at 423 South Margin Street in Franklin, TN. The event starts at 6 p.m. and individual tickets to the event cost $100 per person and can be purchased online at www.omorecollege.edu.

O’More College of Design is a four-year, not-for-profit institution offering Bachelor of Fine Arts degrees in Fashion Design, Fashion Merchandising, Graphic Design, Interactive Design and Interior Design. For more information visit www.omorecollege.edu.

SOCIAL | Studio Tenn Gala

Story & Photography by K York Studio Tenn’s 2015 “One Night Only” fundraising gala took place in Liberty Hall at the Factory.

Patrons were held in suspense as to who would be the evening’s surprise special guests. Studio Tenn veterans Laura Matula, Libby Hodges and JohnMark McGaha, along with other musical guests put on an amazing show. It was an incredible night of music and entertainment to raise money for the 5th season of the Studio Tenn theatre company. For more information, visit www.studiotenn.com.

Jim Johnson & Gloria Houghland

Erin Parker & Cori Laemmel

Jake Speck, Candy Sullivan & Laura Westbrook

Micah, Ayla & Anna Williams

Bella Higginbotham & Julie Franklin

Jim & Chandra Adkins

LIFESTYLE | Fashionable You

BUT NOT FOR KINDERGARTEN!

PHOTOGRAPHY BY ADAM SANNER STYLING BY KATIE RUSHTON ALL ITEMS COURTESY OF BELK, COOLSPRINGS GALLERIA

LEIGHTON HAMER Pearre Creek Elementary Lilly Pulitzer Olivia T-Shirt Dress, $48

RHYS HOLMES Oakview Elementary Ralph Lauren Blair Woven Oxford, $45 Ralph Lauren Salem Blue Ripstop Geller Cargo Shorts, $35 High Sierra Crimson Access Daypack, $120

MATTHEW HOLMES Oakview Elementary Ralph Lauren Colorblock Hoodie, $55 Ralph Lauren Classic V-Neck Tee, $18 Ralph Lauren Slim Fit Jeans, $45

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SOPHIE ABBOTT Pearre Creek Elementary Ralph Lauren Navy Plaid Madras Cargo Dress, $55 Ralph Lauren White Gauze Pullover Shirt, $39.50

ELLIE ABBOTT Pearre Creek Elementary Ralph Lauren White Crewneck Tee, $22.50 Ralph Lauren Navy Solid Drapey Pants, $39.50

JOSEPH LUNNY Walnut Grove Elementary Ralph Lauren Red/Blue Plaid Button Down, $45 Ralph Lauren Boating Khaki Preppy Chino Short, $35

These kids are too cool for school, but not kindergarten! They will all be arriving in style to start their school year off right at Williamson County Schools. Thank you to all of our models, Belk and to New Hope Academy for hosting the photo shoot.

Belk of CoolSprings Galleria 1800 Galleria Blvd Franklin, TN 37067 belk.com New Hope Academy 1820 Downs Blvd Franklin, TN 37064 nhafranklin.org

JOSH STRIBLING Scales Elementary Ralph Lauren Solid Pima Polo Shirt, $29.50 Ralph Lauren White Maritime Chino Pants, $45

JULES STRIBLING Scales Elementary Lilly Pulitzer Little Loranne Dress, $68

SOCIAL | Nashville Symphony Show House Patrons Party Sponsored Event

Story & Photography by Anna Robertson The Nashville Symphony Show House 2015 had its Patrons Party in June offering a preview of the extraordinary home to guests and sponsors and kicking off the Show House tour held June 12-28. Castle Homes and top interior designers had much to be proud of as guests went from room to room taking in the stunning architecture, dĂŠcor and unique custom elements the Show House displayed. The evening also provided a special performance by the Nashville Symphony ensemble and a silent auction. For more information on the Nashville Symphony Show House, visit www.castlehomes.com.

Ginny Garrett, Glen Oxford & Roxanne Jackson

Bob Mueller, Nancy McNulty & Daisy King

Steve Brosvick, Alan & Jan Valentine, Alan Looney

Carol & Ken Evans

Hanna Hall, Heather Looney & Patty Martin

Brett & Deborah Wright, Chris & Jen Gray

Wade Weissman, Alan Looney, Page & Brian Weissman

Coburn Jablonski, Rachel Guy & Julie Couch

Jessica & Frank Rogers, Robbie Brooksmoore

Scott & Andrea Farr, Troy Marden & Jerome Farris

Rebecca Lindros, Lydia Stone & Cynthia Despot

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Brandon Guy & Mark Couch

Kim & Clay Teter

COMMUNITY | Your Charitable Self

FRANKLIN TOMORROW

VOLUNTEER AWARDS PHOTOGRAPHY BY DEBBIE SMARTT

The lifeblood of any community is the people who live there and give back.

Franklin Tomorrow’s annual Volunteer Awards, recognizes people here in Williamson County who are feeding the soul of our amazing community everyday through their generosity of time, sprit and funds.

Jerry and Frances Bozeman of Franklin were honored with the 2015 Anne T. Rutherford Exemplary Community Volunteer Award for their dedicated service to My Friend’s House Family & Children’s Services. Weekly, the couple provides milk, orange juice, apple juice and vegetables from their garden to ensure the boys’ have a healthy diet. The couple also participates in Meals on Wheels, sends care packages to soldiers overseas, and responds to needs in the community as they arise.

Receiving Business Legacy Awards were Ralph Drury for A Vintage Affair, and Calvin and Marilyn LeHew for their dedication as community philanthropists. In the 15 years since Drury started A Vintage Affair, it has raised almost $1.5 million for charities helping women and children in Williamson County. More than just lending his name and funds to the effort, Ralph has worked tirelessly to create first an event, A Vintage Affair, and then transforming an event into an organization. In honoring the LeHews, emcee Tom Lawrence pointed to the variety of organizations the couple 32 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | August 2015

has supported and the positive impact of their support.

Volunteer Spirit Awards were given to Mike Jones for his work in founding First United Methodist Church’s The Giving Garden, which to date this year has produced more than 13,000 pounds of fresh produce and vegetables to families and organizations in need. Also receiving a Volunteer Spirit Award was Judy Moser, nominated by Graceworks Ministries, who used her self-declared talents of interior decorating and shopping to assist in the Boutique of Graceworks. Youth Initiative Awards were presented to all three nominees in the category — Gracie Pfaff, Harvest 107; Barrett Patton, High Hopes; and Miller Garrett, Franklin’s Charge.

Receiving the Corporate Volunteer Achievement Award was Stacey S. Watson of Stites & Harbison. Over the course of nearly 15 years as Director of Community Development for Stites & Harbison, PLLC, Stacey Suzanne Watson has assisted dozens of non-profit organizations from start up through major initiatives that have had a major impact on the quality of life in Franklin and Williamson County. More than $20 million has been raised through public and private partnerships, 30 new non-profits have been developed, and many others have been cultivated and enhanced with Stacey’s involvement. Jackson National Life’s Internet Technology Team received the Corporate

Team Award for using the combined skills and talents in helping promote female roles in career paths related to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, also known as STEM. The department helps interact with local youth and connects interested girls with women in the career field through the annual Tennessee Women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Research, or TWISTER, conference. The Civic Group Award was presented to Brentwood Photography Club, which was nominated

by BrightStone. The group of photography volunteers has provided photography services for several events and occasions and has helped enormously by relaying important, heartening messages in professional quality photographs.

The late Tommy Murdic and the late Clint Callicott were remembered for their lives of service with Ned Lea Lifetime Achievement Awards. Family members of both men were present to receive the awards.

In 2007, Franklin Tomorrow established the Exemplary Community Volunteer Awards to honor the decades of service and tremendous impact of Anne T. Rutherford, a founding member of Franklin Tomorrow and an active volunteer for many community organizations. Franklin Tomorrow is a nonprofit community organization that engages the community, fosters collaboration, and advocates for a shared vision for the future of Franklin.

SOCIAL | Franklin Tomorrow Exemplary Volunteer Awards

Story & Photography by K York The ninth annual Franklin Tomorrow Exemplary Volunteer Awards were held at the historic Franklin Theatre in July. The awards were established in honor of Anne T. Rutherford to recognize volunteers who have shown dedication and service to the community. Anne’s work has been immeasurable to the community through her dedicates of service. Jerry & Ann Bozeman were honored with the 2015 Anne T. Rutherford Award. The Business Legacy Awards given to Ralph Drury & Calvin & Marilyn LeHew. The late Tom Murdic and the late Clint Callicott were remembered for their lives of service with Ned Lea Lifetime Achievement Awards. Franklin Tomorrow makes a donation in each award recipient’s name to the nonprofit of their choice.

Mike Jones & Judy Moser were honored with Volunteer Spirit Awards. Youth Initiative Awards were presented to Gracie Pfaff, Barrett Patton & Miller Garrett. Stacey Watson received the Corporate Volunteer Achievement Award.

Jackson National Life IT Team received Corporate Team Award. Civic Group Award was presented to Brentwood Camera Club.

Brenda & J. Edward Campbell

Scott Black, Ron Crutcher & Dan Ryan

Kathie Moore, Tim Murphy & Gena Ryan

Angie Murphy & Patti Bearden

Karen Rowland & Julie Roberts

Pam Chandler & Debbie Smartt

Aaron Lowe, Cindy Davenport, Ashley Strader & Susan Sistrunk

Judy Moser & Kristi Sylvester

Stacey Watson, Marianne Schroer & Mindy Tate

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SOCIAL | Williamson Inc. Golf Classic Sponsored Event

Story & Photography by K York Williamson Inc.’s third annual Golf Classic teed off at the new golf course - Hideaway at Arrington.

Players enjoyed golfing the 170-acre world-class course with its distinctive topography and breath taking views. At the day’s end golfers and guests attended an awards mixer where they enjoyed Corky’s BBQ and Granite City Brewery cocktails.

Proceeds support the Chamber’s educational and business programs and the Williamson Chamber Foundation leadership programs.

Johan Kok, Nicole Smart & Michael Persall

Melody & Jim Sipes

Elaine Wells & Christina Livingston

Grant Scoble, Chris Stephens, Michael Havens, Gunter Lugg, Mark & Jadrian Crowell

Shelia Cleveland, Amy Smith & Renee Shafer

Angie Plantz, Todd & Christy Ice

Doug Lindroth, Megan & John Parma

Kelly Gilfillan, Gary Buchanan, Cheri Hammond & Derby Jones

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BUSINESS | It’s Your Business

WHY THE “BACK-TO-SCHOOL” SEASON IS A GREAT TIME TO START PLANNING AHEAD FOR YOUR BUSINESS. By the time you read this column the summer “slow season” for your business will be behind you. Did you take advantage of the “slow” time to plan ahead? Are your plans for the remaining months in place and ready to execute? It is time to do some “back-toschool” planning for your business.

Here are 4 suggested lesson plans for this Fall.

LESSON #1: GET YOUR “BOOKS” IN ORDER We’ve passed the mid-year point, so how your business is performing? Are you happy with your sales? Is your business profitable? Is it on pace to achieve its financial goals (assuming you set them to begin with) for 2015? Are your year-to-date expenses in line with expectations, or is it time to cut some fat? Now is the time to analyze your efforts and make adjustments to keep thing humming forward for the rest of the year.

LESSON #2: DO YOUR NEW BUSINESS HOMEWORK You need to finish this year strong, so what are your marketing plans for the remainder of the year? Do your current customers need to hear from you too? Remember, making new sales to existing customers is considered “low hanging fruit” and it may be just what you need to hit your goals for this year.

Getting your marketing plans are in synch – your email blasts, your website, your in-store materials, and your public relations – is the best way to get the most out of your marketing budgets.

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LESSON #3: STUDY THE COMPETITION Observing your competitors is work that never ends. What are they offering? Are they targeting your customers? Make sure you look at their websites, read their ads, keep a file of their offers, drive by their locations, and shop them whenever you can. The more you know about them the smarter you’ll be when you are making decisions for your business. Remember the Bell Curve in school?

You don’t want the competition to set the pace for your business.

LESSON #4: CLEAN OUT YOUR LOCKER The year is half over and some things for your business may have worked well, and some not so well. But pull out the eraser and start the second half of the year with a clean slate. You can finish strong if you just study hard, do your homework, hit the books, and define your goals. Of course, you actually have to do the work too.

Joe Harkins, Wheelhouse Marketing Advisors www.wheelhouseworks.com

BUSINESS | Your Real Estate with WCAR

WILLIAMSON COUNTY SEES DOUBLE DIGIT HOME SALES INCREASES

There were 624 home closings in June, according to data from the Williamson County Association of REALTORS® (WCAR). That is an increase of nearly 20% from the 522 closings reported in June 2014. The June closings rounded out a strong second quarter (Q2) that saw 1,496 closings, a 14.7% increase from last year’s 1,304. The year-to-date numbers are 12.6% higher, with 2,381 closings through June 30 compared to 2,115 during the same period last year.

Median price for June 2015 was consistent with last year’s $409,065 number, a difference of only .5%. Median price has exceeded $400,000 every month in 2015, something that only happened two out of the first six months last year and in no prior year.

Total June inventory levels remain low, down to 1,906 from last year’s 2,031. Days on the market for residential homes fell from 65 in 2014 to 61, while condos dropped from 50 in 2014 to 45 days. “Inventory remains a problem for an area with some of the highest demand in the state. Single family homes are moving from listing to close in a two month timespan, while condos are moving on and off the market at breakneck speeds,” said Chip Kerr, WCAR President.

With 2,000 members, the Williamson County Association of REALTORS® provides support and services for area real estate professionals and is the leading voice in the community for its members, as well as residential and commercial property owners.

REALTOR® is a registered trademark which may be used only by real estate professionals who are members of the National Association of REALTORS® and subscribe to its strict Code of Ethics.

For more information, go to wcartn.org.

June 2015 Closings

BUSINESS | Scoop

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WESTHAVEN FOUNDATION PROVIDES COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS TO LOCAL TEENS The Westhaven Foundation has awarded two area high school seniors with scholarships to help them continue their education plans. The Westhaven Foundation Scholarship was provided to Olivia Anne Hawkins, who graduated from Independence High School, and whose family lives in the Westhaven community. The Westhaven Lift Scholarship was awarded to Colton Spivey who recently graduated from Page High School. Each scholarship is for $2,000, and three additional runner-ups’ received $100 donated to their favorite charities. One mission of the Foundation has been to support educational excellence at all levels, while fostering volunteerism within the Westhaven community and Williamson County as a whole. Olivia Anne Hawkins has been accepted to Florida State University and will have the opportunity to participate in FSU’s Study Abroad Program, planning to spend her freshman year in Florence, Italy. Colton Spivey will head to Georgia Tech University to pursue a degree in Biomedical Engineering. Upon that, he will seek additional education in research and prosthetic development and hopes to one-day work with returning veterans who have suffered a loss of limb while serving our country. The Westhaven Foundation is a 501-c3 non-profit organization, established by the residents of Westhaven, with full support of the community’s developer, Southern land Company. The mission of the Foundation is to promote lifelong learning, leadership, preservation, philanthropy and environmental awareness with Westhaven and the greater Franklin community. Over $700,000 has been raised by The Westhaven Foundation for various community events and organizations, including student scholarships and Franklin 4 the Cure.

COOL SPRINGS ROTARY NAMED CLUB OF YEAR The Rotary Club of Cool Springs was named Small Club of the Year on June 20 during the Rotary District 6760 Conference in Nashville. Club President Amy Cross Nance (right) accepted the banner Saturday from Rotary District Governor Kim. Kim, who had earlier in the day presented the club with a Presidential Citation for its accomplishments during this Rotary year. Those accomplishments included achieving status as a 100% Paul Harris Club, meaning each of the Club’s members have donated at least $1,000 to the Rotary Foundation.

The Club meets on Mondays at noon at the Pinnacle Financial Center, 7040 Carothers Parkway, next door to the Franklin Marriott. For more information about visiting or joining the club, visit www.coolspringsrotary. org or call (615) 661-4033.

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THE REFUGE CENTER CELEBRATES 10-YEAR ANNIVERSARY, UNVEILS NEW LOGO The Refuge Center for Counseling is celebrating 10 years of offering affordable, professional counseling services to individuals, couples and families in need in the Middle Tennessee area. Founded in 2005 by executive director Amy Alexander and Jennifer Gillett, the nonprofit organization has grown from serving just 90 clients in its first year of existence to serving more than 1,800 clients in 2014. As a way to honor its rich history and look toward its dynamic future, The Refuge Center is commemorating its anniversary by unveiling a new logo. For more information about The Refuge Center and its services, visit therefugecenter.org.

HABITAT WILLIAMSONMAURY RAISES OVER $21,000 FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING AT 5TH ANNUAL HAMMERS AND HIGH HEELS FUNDRAISER On Thursday, June 25, 220 supporters came out to support Habitat for Humanity’s 5th Annual Hammers & High Heels event, which was held at the beautiful new event barn at Homestead Manor. In just three fun-filled hours, guests raised $21,745 for the “bricks and sticks” of Habitat’s 2015 Women Build home, surpassing the event’s goal of $20,000. The night also included the unveiling of Habitat wrapped High-roof Nissan NV Cargo Van from Nissan North America.

Every dollar raised went straight to the home build for the Aric family. Jennifer Aric is a single mother who has nine children, including a son and daughter who each have a disability. Habitat’s Women Build program educates and inspires women all over the country to build and advocate for affordable housing in their communities. Hundreds of local volunteers, alongside partner family Jennifer Aric, began constructing and fundraising for the affiliate’s sixth annual Women Build home in April. Anyone wanting to help can donate online at www.hfhwm.org.

Those wanting to volunteer on future builds (including one that starts in July) can contact Volunteer Coordinator Emma Couch at (615) 550-5619.

BUSINESS | Ribbon Cuttings Congratulations to these new Williamson County Businesses ABRA Auto Body & Glass 244 Seaboard Lane Franklin, TN 37067

Homestead Manor 4683 Columbia Pike Thompson’s Station, TN 37179

Skin 2NV 103 International Dr #106 Franklin, TN 37067

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FEATURE | Keeping Score

BY ANNA ROBERTSON

Did you know that the first forms of bowling date back to the Roman Empire and Ancient Egypt? It has since evolved over the years and established rules.

Bowling is now one of the most popular leisure sports and family activities there is.

You can’t beat combining the exciting game of bowling along with giving back and that is exactly what BrightStone gave to the community when they started Bowlability. BrightStone is an organization that provides a comprehensive work, social support and future residential community for adults with special needs, expanding their potential and helping them develop mentally, physically, socially, emotionally and spiritually. Their mission states, BrightStone gives each adult a reason to get up in the morning and something of value to do.

Bowlability is a chance to bowl and raise money benefiting BrightStone. The event is in its 7th year and takes place over a twonight stretch of fun for all ages – because, who doesn’t love bowling? Serving on the

Bowlability committee this year is Christi Lassen, Kellum Ferree and Aldi Scott Newell.

BrightStone hopes to have 75 teams this year not only to compete against each other, but each team member has an individual goal to raise a minimum $100.

The sky is the limit for how much a team member or their team can raise. Their top individual fundraiser last year was Kellum Ferree, who raised over $4000 and their top team was APCOM, who also raised over $4000! APCOM, Avenue Bank and The DA’s office run a tight competition each year!

>> BrightStone Bowlability August 10-11 | Games at 5pm & 7:30pm >> To learn more about BrightStone and to register your team for Bowlability, go to brightstone.org.

So, are you ready for a little friendly competition for a great cause? Then resigister your team and reserve your lane for this year’s event. Show off your signature bowling moves and talents to that coworker, or get a team together and beat that other business down the road! Now is a chance to have a little fun competition, and help bring awareness about this amazing organization.

Kellum & Catherine

Avenue Bank Team

APCOM

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SOCIAL | Vintage Base Ball Story & Photography by K York It was a very special Father’s Day as the Tennessee Association of Vintage Base Ball played America’s favorite past time on the grounds of the Historic Carnton Plantation. Players and spectators were transported back to the Civil War era as the game was played by the rules and traditions of the 1864 edition of Beadle’s Dime Base Ball Player. All players have a deep respect for the game and a love of history. It was a day enjoyed by all! Check out our Franklin Farriers at farriers.tennesseevintagebaseball.com and make sure to take in a game next time they play.

Rednecks Team

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Christina Conn, Michael Colavecchio & Bryce Conn

Rebecca Maloneue & Sue Kauflie with Luther

Oak Hill Travelers

Judy Jones with Charlie

Meatball Morgan, Skeeter Wells & Hooligan Boyle

LIFESTYLE | A Southern Gentleman Is...

As southerners, most of us inherently understand embracing a sporty, active lifestyle full of activities and the outdoors. We may be hearty, whole and have good color, but what’s hiding inside surprises us.

Men as a whole are much less likely to make appointments for regular physicals. We keep that stiff upper lip and remain stoic until there’s blood or a protruding bone. A lady friend of mine describes her husband as “a stubborn old goat who just makes excuses, but that’s simply to cover up his fears.” It appears that most men do not wish to acknowledge they might have a weakness or convey the appearance that they are not strong enough to prevent any illness that may be occurring.

It’s time to buck up, suck it up and do our duties. Make (and keep) the appointment for a yearly check up - the full physical.

As we age, there are certain tests that should be administered to help prevent the unseen things around the bend. Once we hit 40, it’s time for the colonoscopy. Please take this responsibility seriously and consult your doctor on which tests you need.

Individual tests and times may depends on family history.

As Southern Gentlemen, we want to take care of those we love and care about. We may also have a hard time recognizing that we are not invincible. It’s important to remember that if we want to be there for and continue to provide for our families then we must look to keeping our health. Make it a priority and a duty to get a physical once a year. Be frank and forthright with your doctor. Stay ahead of the game, and you will stay healthy and able to provide a wonderful future for those you love.

Now, turn your head and cough. Just kidding!

Be well!

Has a Physical STORY BY JEFFREY GRAY // PHOTOGRAPHY BY ANDREA DAVIS

A Southern Gentleman prides himself on being respectful and taking care of those he loves. Duty, responsibility, and a sense of what is right guides a gentleman’s actions. I myself, have had to realize that sometimes there is a chink in this armor of honor – a blind spot that many gentlemen have. Going to the doctor. It’s such a simple thing, but many of us will put it off until it becomes a necessity. Do we feel invincible or do we simply block out the warning signs and make excuses?

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LIFESTYLE | Eat, Drink & Be Merry

RETURN OF FOOTBALL SEASON

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DINING WITH MISS DAISY August is the lone month on our calendar without a holiday, but it brings something many Americans look forward to almost as much as Christmas – the return of football season.

Football, in the South, brings a unique dining and libation experience known as “tailgating.”

In Williamson County we are smack in the geographic epicenter of that tradition, surrounded with the heritage associated with our favorite teams. Even though football was played north of the Mason-Dixon line, the American South is credited for the invention of tailgating.

Tailgating, as we know it, likely has its roots in Jacksonville, Florida where in 1933 the first neutral site game between the Universities of Florida and Georgia was played. Fans of both teams gathered for the excitement and the “Worlds Largest Cocktail Party” was born.

There are some elements in common wherever you go, but most schools have developed their own tailgating traditions, such as the “Volunteer Navy” pregame boat parties at the University of Tennessee, made possible by Neyland Stadium’s riverfront location; or the “Cockaboose” private rail party cars positioned on the railroad tracks near the University of South Carolina.

Tailgating at “The Grove” at Ole Miss is considered to have an elegant high style of Southern gentility without compromising any of the fun at a place that boasts of “never losing a party.”

Just down the road at Sewanee, on the beautiful campus of the University of the South, is tiny Hardee-McGee Field, which despite its three thousand seat capacity is regularly ranked as one of the best places to watch a football game.

The uniqueness of the regions, set the schools apart with their own style of food and drinks.

Georgia is known for its pimento cheese based recipes including a Pimento Cheese Reuben popularly served in squares at Atlanta Braves games. The phenomenon of tailgating isn’t merely relegated to just football. “Dingertown” at the College World Series in Omaha, Nebraska where our Vanderbilt Commodores have made two consecutive appearances, makes many lists as a great tailgating experience. Alabama and Texas A&M share a coaching heritage of the late Bear Bryant and a love of Barbecue. Alabama serves it Barbecue with white sauce Texas chooses red sauce.

The electric anticipation of the game coupled with the camaraderie of the fans makes tailgating a uniquely fun and special experience. As you don your school colors and head down to the field, the following recipes will help assure you of being a winner at your tailgate party.

Happy Tailgating, Daisy King 44 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | August 2015

SLOW COOKED BARBECUE CHICKEN INGREDIENTS • 2 teaspoons salt • 11/2 teaspoons paprika • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper • 1 (3-31/2 pound) cut up whole chicken

• 2/3 cup Coca Cola • 1/3 cup ketchup • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar • 2 tablespoons bourbon • 1 lemon sliced

INSTRUCTIONS Assemble ingredients and utensils.

Stir together first 4 ingredients.

Sprinkle over chicken. Place chicken in a lightly greased 6-8 quart slow cooker. Whisk together next 5 ingredients.

Slowly pour mixture between chicken pieces, being careful to remove spice mixture from chicken. Place lemon slices in a

single layer on top of chicken.

Cover and cook on high for 5 hour or on low 7 hours until done. Remove chicken and let cool. Remove fat and shred.

Remove fat from pan juices and pour over chicken. Serve chicken over Sweet Potato Cornbread.

Yield: 8 servings.

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CRANBERRY PECAN COLESLAW INGREDIENTS 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard 2 tablespoons honey 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup canola oil 2 (10-ounce) packages shredded coleslaw mix 1 cup chopped pecans 3/4 cup sweetened dried cranberries 4 green onions, sliced 2 celery ribs, sliced INSTRUCTIONS Assemble ingredients and utensils. Whisk together the first 5 ingredients. Gradually add oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking constantly until blended. Stir together coleslaw mix and next 4 ingredients in a large bowl; add vinegar mixture tossing to coat.

Yield: 8 servings.

Miss Daisy’s Kitchen 2176 Hillsboro Road Franklin, Tennessee 37069 615.599.5313 MissDaisyKing.com facebook.com/MissDaisysKitchen

SWEET POTATO CORNBREAD INGREDIENTS 2 cups self rising white cornmeal mix 3 tablespoons sugar 1/3 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice 5 large eggs 2 cups cooked mashed sweet potatoes 1 (8-ounce) container sour cream 1/2 cup butter, melted INSTRUCTIONS Assemble ingredients and utensils. In a large bowl, stir together first 3 ingredients. Make a well in center of mixture. Whisk together next 3 ingredients in a small bowl. Add to cornmeal mixture, stirring just until moistened. Spoon batter into a lightly greased 9-inch square pan. Bake in a 425 degree oven for 35 minutes or until golden brown.

Yield: 6 servings.

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SOCIAL | Town & Country Tour of Homes

Story & Photography by K York The Heritage Foundation of Franklin & Williamson County held the 40th Annual Heritage Foundation Town & Country Tour of Homes in June. This summer’s tour featured ten homes and properties, many of which were within walking distance of the Square in downtown Franklin. The Heritage Foundation’s annual fundraiser brings awareness to the importance of preserving our community’s architectural and cultural history. It was an extraordinary tour so fitting of its name: “Experience History Beyond the Door.”

Jeannie Bankins with Kora, Jim & Sue Milles

Joan Lewis, Victor Patterson & Pam Lewis

Taryn & Jay Ruffin

Debra Crowell & Denise Sawyer

Cathy Hardcastle

Liz Smith, Pamela McClure & Dee Gunderson

Keiaire Tate, Diane Cutshaw & Mary Denton

Mike Christian & Stephanie McGarth

Eric & Ruthann Ross

Jennifer Ickes Janelle Ickes, Erica Block & Sandra Block

Judy Miller & Amanda Miller

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SOCIAL | Juneteenth

Story & Photography by K York The 11th annual Juneteenth celebration hosted by the African American Heritage Society and Hard Bargain Association was held at the McLemore House Museum in June. Juneteenth is a day of reflection and celebration of African American Emancipation. The day began with the American Legion Post 215 raising the American flag and acapella songs from the Middle Tennessee Soul Winners and Spring Hill’s Unity group. Several cakewalks were held throughout the day with two very special cakes given in honor of the late Tom Murdic and the victims of the Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church shooting in Charleston, South Carolina recently. The cakes were donated by many supportive individuals including Governor Bill Haslam.

Brant Bousquet, Stacey Watson, Alma McLemore & Kenneth Hill

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LIFESTYLE | Interior Thinking

Sweet Dreams I get asked by a lot of my clients what’s my favorite room to decorate.

I guess it’s a client’s way of prioritizing the order of her design projects. Many clients can’t decide where to start in their new home, so they ask me where I’d like to start. Well, I can unequivocally state that my favorite room to decorate is a Master Bedroom and bathroom suite. And, in every house my wife and I have lived in, it’s the first room I decorate.

I cannot sleep in a space that isn’t conducive to sleep. The way my mind works, fortunately or unfortunately, depending on how one looks at it, I have to have everything in its place and lovely to look at.

That’s just how I’m wired. When I lay my head down at night, I can only drift off to sweet dreamland if my draperies are neatly pulled and the duvet is in a French style fold at the foot of the bed…blessing or curse, you decide.

So, when I visited a new client who had an entire home to decorate, they asked me the same question: “So, Eric, where should we start?”

I gave them my standard answer that I would start in the Master, but clients rarely do. I can tell you in over 17 years of decorating homes, the client typically starts in the public rooms—the ones visitors see.

But to my delight, she said I agree, that’s where my husband wants to 52 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | August 2015

CREATING A BEAUTIFUL MASTER BEDROOM EN SUITE WITHOUT A TOTAL RENOVATION

BY ERIC ROSS

start. Kismet!

Why do I love Master Bedrooms? Well, I personally love beautiful things. And, in an era in design where the popular fad is “eclectic” or “vintage” or “industrial,” that’s a hard sell to clients. However, I find that clients are more open to pretty fabrics and finishes in a bedroom, where the whole experience is focused on rest and relaxation. Men become more flexible on painted finishes and floral fabrics in a zone meant for romance and sleep. Women are more willing to give into their soft side without fear of repercussions from a macho husband.

For this client I went full throttle into a garden theme. The client’s house sits on a golf course with the most beautiful view of the greens.

In fact the strong grass green color was my inspiration. The sticking point was their dismal bathroom. Ugh! Almost all projects have a few “sows ears” that need to be turned into silk purses. This bathroom!

It had black and tan checkerboard floors, black cabinets and mirrors everywhere. Oh, and a shower you could drive your car through…my personal pet peeve. The homeowner asked if we could just “gut” it, but I said, let’s see what some simple decorating can do.

I started my search for finishes with the wallcovering. I love

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Bathrooms are inherently blocky. You have a vanity cabinet…block. You have a tub, shower…block, block. You get the idea. To help counter-act this, I look for patterns that have a fluid movement to contrast the harshness of all the block shapes.

Once I had selected the perfect paper, grass green was the perfect choice for the walls allowing me to pull other fabrics that played into the garden theme. I chose to use the fabric that matched the wallpaper as the lead print for the master bedroom.

By using the matching fabric, I created the feeling of continuity between the two spaces, which reinforces the en suite or spa hotel experience, which is what I am always trying to do with bedrooms. wallcovering. I call it the great unifier.

I have seen many interior spaces with contradicting finishes and styles made whole by the perfectly selected wallcovering. I knew I wanted the garden theme, so I went to looking for the perfect floral. The trick with selecting paper is to pick up colors that are used in the existing finishes. This helps pull all the elements together, creating a more unified discourse among finishes.

For this bathroom, I wanted the paper to have beige and grass green with a touch of black. As I scanned through my extensive library of wallcoverings, I stumbled across a garden themed collection that had this exact color combination. It was a floral, which I thought would be perfect to help soften all the hard edges in the bath. This leads me to another reason I love wallcovering in a bathroom. It adds an incredible amount of softness to an otherwise hard space.

Another reason I selected a print for all of the windows was to create a more intimate feeling for the room. The bedroom was incredibly large and I find that it is difficult for people to feel comfortable in vast spaces.

In order to combat this, patterns create more visual interest and look larger than solids. This choice was very effective for this bedroom and creates a more intimate feeling. One more trick for bedrooms, add traversing sheers (sheers you can open and close) behind the main window treatment.

What does this do? Not only does it give you a layer of privacy without blocking out all the daylight when privacy is desired, but is creates the most beautifully filtered light.

Again, creating that sense of romance… perfect for a bedroom!

When it came to laying out the furniture, that was pretty straight-forward; the bed, night stands, dresser, bench at the foot of

the bed…you know the drill. But remember that view to the golf green? The room had a sitting area that has 3 walls of windows overlooking the green. So, I imagined this space as a conservatory of sorts. When you are in that space, with the plethora of floral drapes surrounding you, it’s as if you are in a rose garden overlooking the most beautiful green. I placed a daybed (or some people call it a backless sofa) and a small French style bergere chair all upholstered in coordinating fabrics with the floral. I placed a marble top iron bistro table as an end table to continue a relaxed mood, as if you could take a light breakfast from room service. Tres chic!

I asked my client what their favorite part of the new room was. “The fact that we didn’t have to renovate the bathroom is astounding.

We can’t believe you were able to make the bathroom beautiful with just some wallpaper, new lights and accessories.” They also love how the bedroom feels smaller and more intimate. Luckily for me, the wife AND husband both love flowers and gardening, so it played into their already traditional sensibilities and hobbies.

By allowing me to show the possibilities of working with what the clients had instead of replacing all of it, we were able to create something beautiful and use the money saved from a full bathroom renovation to decorate other spaces. That’s a win and the thing that sweet dreams are made of.

Eric Ross Interiors 220 Lewisburg Avenue, Franklin, TN 37064 615.472.8236 | EricRossInteriors.com August 2015 | YOURWILLIAMSON.COM 53

SOCIAL | Fork & Vine Story & Photography by K York S.A.F.E. (Serving Foster Youth and Foster Families) held their largest fundraising event, Fork & Vine in the beautiful countryside of Williamson County at Gratidude Ranch.

It was an evening of simple elegance and delectable dishes from Nashville’s finest caterers paired with premium wines. Live music in the barn included a performance

by Chris Carmack of the television series Nashville. It was a beautiful summer evening for a very special cause. To learn more about the services for foster and disadvantaged youth, visit www.safehouseforall.org.

Sean & Melanie McLellan, Jessica Alvey & Melissa Vines

Franklin Privette & Patti Moore

Tanya & Bobby Marks

Penny Wardlaw & Sarah Summers

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Jason Warner, Kara & Rich Teising

Darrin Otto & David Kyles

Cameron Hack & Britton Hilliard

Christine Schroeder, Angela Trainor & Sherri Carr

Stephanie Kisselburg & Bonnie McCliss

Courtney Bala & Susan Bala

Neil Graney, Kim & Justin Pitt, J.T. Landry

LIFESTYLE | Welcome Home

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Williamson County has some of the most beautiful landscapes and homes in the country, however, there are some places that look like something out of a fairytale.

Eric and Samantha Coghlan found their fairytale home off of Old Hillsboro Road in Leiper’s Fork, TN. They live there with their children Ozzy and Cash along with their dogs Bella and Ilsa.

The Coghlans originally discovered the home online about six months prior to actually ever looking at it. When they moved to Leiper’s Fork about two years ago, they purchased an early 1900’s home, which later became their first vacation rental, Tin Roof Cottage. This cottage began the business of providing accommodations for people visiting the area and the beginning of Pot N’ Kettle Cottages – Leiper’s Fork premier vacation rentals owned by the Coghlans.

Fairytale Setting in Leiper’s Fork

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There is such an eclectic feeling in our home that makes my heart sing, from modern, to antique, to just plain funky. This home is truly where I feel I have done it right, it is the home where we are happy every time to come back to, where our kids light up and feel safe. This is it for us. We can not imagine another home like it that would suit us any better.” - Samantha Coghlan

Eric and Samantha came to Williamson County because it was a place Eric was very familiar with. He grew up just down the trace in Kosciusko, MS and visited Williamson County often in his youth. Eric and Samantha met at the Gemological Institute of America in San Diego and where married in 2007 and had their first son, Ozzy, there. After a few years in San Diego, they decided to move to Santa Barbara, which is where they began their venture of being business owners together. They purchased a vineyard in Santa Ynez, CA and opened a wine tasting and jewelry store in Los Olivos, CA to combine their passions. After the untimely death of Samantha’s mother in 2012, they decided that they wanted their children August 2015 | YOURWILLIAMSON.COM 55

to have grandparents closer. “We visited Leiper’s Fork July 4th of 2013 and moved here July 25th of 2013. Leiper’s Fork is magical. I know a lot of people say this, but I saw that my husband was home, back to his southern roots and the way of life here called out to me being originally from Sun Valley, ID. It reminded me of home,” Samantha explains.

Moving to middle Tennessee allowed them more time spent with Eric’s parents, who at time still resided in Kosciusko, MS. Unfortunately, a year later Eric’s father passed away. Samantha shares how the community supported her family during the difficult time in their life; “Although it was a terrible blow to our family, the way that this wonderful community supported us made us realize that no matter how much or how little family we have next to us, this is home.”

When the Coghlan family outgrew their sweet little farmhouse, Tin Roof Cottage, they began looking again and just kept coming back to that home they saw online six months before. Eric and Samantha both grew up on land, so they both wanted to have a bit more space

for their children to grow up on and this property would give them that. When they first looked at their current home, Eric fell madly in love with it while Samantha took a bit more time to come around, then she began to envision the potential of the home and then fell in love, too. “In the end I believe this home chose us, we did not chose it. We truly feel like this beautiful, unique, Greek revival home has come to life and is breathing in life again,” Samantha says.

Their fairytale home in Leiper’s Fork is a unique hilltop 1840’s Tennessee vernacular architecture built in 1997 as a “Functional Antebellum”. The home was originally built by architect William Powell for himself and his family to reside and he long collected the materials that he later used to construct the house. The Coghlans purchased it in December 2012.

When they moved in, they knew the house needed some TLC in décor and remodeling and the kitchen was the first space to start with. “We felt like it needed a bit more spirit and wonder pumped into it. When we found the 1800’s Fish Camp Sink we knew that we could just go from there. My concept was clean and simple; let the unique pieces speak for themselves. We have this amazing 1800’s sink, whimsical bird lights, neon sign and vintage Marilyn Monroe poster that truly bring out our personality,” says Samantha.

The master bath was kept with the ‘keep it clean’ moto with Carrera marble floors, mosaic tile details and farmhouse sink to mix in some modern. Light fixtures are one of Samantha’s favorite things to find for a home. “I feel like the light fixture is the icing on the cake, it is something that is often overlooked when designing a space. Each and every one of our fixtures is unique and unusual. I love all of them.”

They also repainted the entire interior of the home because color is an element that is very important to them. “I feel like it sets the mood, it is the backdrop for the setting. We removed all the Faux Finishing in place of a more natural look, something that looks like it was always here.”

The entire house, itself, it truly a work of art, but there are certain pieces in the home the Coghlans love like the zinc 1800’s Fish Camp sink they picked up at City Farmhouse for their kitchen. Samantha explains, “As soon as I laid eyes on it, I knew that this was going to be the beginning of our new kitchen. A lot of people thought I was crazy for wanting this as our kitchen sink but I knew once finished, it would be the statement piece needed for the project. It turned out better than

I could have ever hoped.”

Another unique element in their home is the Watusi skull, which hangs as the focal point above their mantel in the family room. When they had their vineyard and ranch out west, they had a number of unusual animals that they shared it with, including several African Watusi Cattle and bison. Samantha shares the reason behind the skull; “The Watusi were majestic creatures that we still miss having around today.

The skull is that of Gwenever, a female Watusi, who unfortunately passed away during her time on our ranch. We keep this beautiful memory of her as a keepsake for where our lives truly blossomed into what they have become.”

They also have a hand drawing by Eric’s father of a diamond, which sits in their home’s entrance. They feel that this artwork is a particular special piece of Eric’s history that they are grateful to have in their home.

A family portrait done in watercolor of Samantha, her brother brother and their mother also hangs in home’s entrance. “It is an artwork that is priceless to me as it captures a moment from my history that I will always hold near to my heart,” Samantha explains.

Samantha’s mother, Verna Harrah, of Harrah’s Hotels and Casinos, was always her biggest advocate when it came to Samantha’s creative spirit and attention to detail. “My mother always had the most beautifully decorated homes one could ever imagine. There was never a detail over or under-looked. She had a passion for real estate and taught me a wealth of knowledge when it came to those ventures. She was a bit of a gypsy and loved finding homes to redo and move into and then begin again, because of this I was able to express my creativity in my room many times over.”

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Samantha feels that the home they now reside in is the culmination of all those designs that have finally come together over the years and guidance of her mother. “There is such an eclectic feeling in our home that makes my heart sing, from modern, to antique, to just plain funky. This home is truly where I feel I have done it right, it is the home were we are happy every time to come back to, where our kids light up and feel safe. This is it for us.

We can not imagine another home like it that would suit us any better.”

This love and passion for the home and for making people feel welcome is the root behind their business, Pot N’ Kettle Cottages.

Their three vacation rentals, in the heart of Leiper’s Fork Village, provide what Samantha’s mother taught her about being a good host and understanding the quality of guest hospitality. The Coghlans enjoy hearing about how happy their guests are and how much they love the decor, which makes them feel at home and welcomed.

“This home has our names written all over it, there are so many unusual pieces that all have a wonderful story behind them. There is so much of my history and Eric’s history intertwined that it truly has become the pinnacle of our lives together. It showcases our children whom are the most important part of our lives together, it also honors our pasts of the family that we have loved and lost, and the family that we are fortunate to have. It has a bit of a funky flair to it, that speaks to our personality but most important, it is welcoming to anyone that spends time here.”

SOCIAL | African American Heritage Society Prom

Story & Photography by K York The African American Heritage Society hosted Prom Night 2015 “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” at the Embassy Suites Cool Springs. The fundraising event kicked off the Tom Murdic Educational Scholarship which was established

by The African American Heritage Society of Williamson County. The $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a 2016 Williamson County high school senior’s college education in honor of beloved local volunteer Tom Murdic, who passed away earlier this year. Friends, Eric Jacobson, Pearl Bransford Mary Walker, Eleanor Bright and Brian Beathard spoke of Tom’s smile, his humor, his love of astrology, history and how much he believed in the importance of education. He was described as a star among stars who never tried to outshine anybody; A tower of the community. Brian Beathard summed it up best saying this scholarship will ensure Tom’s star shines for all time. Nick Murdic thanked the guests for this tribute in honor of his family. It was a very special evening as Venus beamed like a lighthouse in the presence of the waxing crescent moon.

Donnell & Sue Lane, Emma & James Witherspoon Murdic Family

Dave & Kelli Gilfillan

Melanie & Floyd Hughes

Nick Murdic

Emma & James Witherspoon

LIFESTYLE | Styling Your Everyday

spa party by the pool

BY KATIE JACOBS

Skip the endless errands and really relax this weekend by pampering yourself with a spa-theme gathering by the pool for you and your girlfriends. Bubbly cucumber water and light flavorful snacks along with an appetizing menu of at-home spa services ranging from manicures and reflexology to heavenly neck and shoulder massages. Need more convincing? If not, sit back, pop a couple cucumbers on your eyes, and start distressing and beautifying by the pool.

Invite your closest friends with invitations in watery hues. Ask guests to bring flip flops and a robe or their favorite nail polish shade. Greet them at the pool with chilled lime hand towels and let everyone sip on infused sparkling water: think cucumber mint, strawberry lime, or orange basil. Serve a light lunch of cucumber tea sandwiches with sprouts, berry bowls, chilled asparagus-leek soup, and vegetable salad cups. Fruit smoothies or sorbet parfaits make perfect mini desserts to help everyone cool off during pampering.

Hire a masseuse, manicurist and reflexologist to truly pamper your friends.

If there isn’t enough time (or budget) to book several aestheticians, set out callus removers, nail files, and a selection of polishes for guests to do their own manicures and pedicures. Send everyone home with homemade foot scrub in glass jars as favors.

VANILLA OLIVE OIL BROWN SUGAR SCRUB Life needs balance, and silky smooth skin; so mix up a batch of this Vanilla Olive Oil Brown Sugar Scrub. It’s the perfect way to pamper yourself in the comfort of your own home.

1/2 cup granulated (white) sugar 2 cups brown sugar 1 Tablespoon honey 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 1 Tablespoon Vanilla extract (or your favorite essential oil) Combine the two sugars in a bowl and mix to incorporate. Add olive oil and stir. Mix in honey and vanilla. Store in an airtight jar and enjoy!

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SOCIAL | Franklin on the 4th

Story & Photography by K York It was a sea of red, white and blue in downtown Franklin.

Main Street was lined with antique cars and people were dancing in the streets to the music of bands like the Eric Blue Band. The smells of popcorn and funnel cakes filled the air as vendors offered food to please any palate. Kids enjoyed the pony rides and the petting zoo. The crowds gathered downtown as if there was no forecast of rain on the horizon, but eventually the rain came and the firework show at Harlinsdale Farm had to be postponed.

Franklin celebrated the 4th AND the 5th with a bang!

The Franklin Lions Club and the City of Franklin gave everyone a patriotic weekend to remember.

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Rachael, Carmine & Jolane Grassi

Ashley Hartman, Kevin & Rachel Riley

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Jake, Tom & Chris Beck

Angie & Olivia Hays

Laura & David Reckman

SOCIAL | Bethlehem UMC Fish Fry

Story & Photography by K York The 41st annual Bethlehem United Methodist Fish Fry brought about 4,000 people to the Grassland area for the tastiest catfish meal around. More than 1,600 pounds of pond-raised catfish, hushpuppies, white beans, cole slaw and wedged tomatoes were served. The Bethlehem Bluegrass Band and the Big Band 5 Points Swing played for the crowd as they gathered under the shade trees to eat. Hands made products were sold and there was a silent auction.

The proceeds support several church missions; including the River of Life youth mission project and Kathy’s Backpacks program.

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LIFESTYLE | The Lady Entertains

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AT HOME PRODUCT PARTIES

THAT YOU’LL WANT TO HOST

We all have experienced the heart palpitating moment when a good friend assaults you with the request of hosting a “product party.” A product party is how I refer to the events in which an independent sales representative sets up shop in your living room and hands out order forms to your begrudging guests as they narrow their eyes at you. Everything from kitchen items, to makeup, to tote bags, these super sellers are everywhere and it can be daunting to sort out which products are worth the hype. In honor of our health edition, I have selected some of my personal faves that are not only good for you, but these companies have perfected their pitch so that it’s not like a time bomb to see who can write a check the quickest.

BY KRISTA EHRET

sample the products. Pressure is super low and each lady is given a brochure to take with them instead of the common tapping foot and “deal of the night.”

1. doTERRA. We’ve all heard of essential oils. They’ve been around for centuries.

They have numerous health benefits and can be used in a multitude of ways from aroma therapy, to germ killing, to skin care. doTERRA prides itself on producing top grade therapeutic oils and teaching users how to incorporate the oils into everyday life. The parties are actually quite informative and allow each participant to learn about and interact with many different oils. If alternative forms of health care interest you, or you’re just looking to cut some chemicals out of your family’s routine, this is a great way to start.

2. BEAUTYCOUNTER. The founder of Beautycounter was a wife and mom that when educated about the numerous personal product lines and their ingredient lists that included a wide variety of toxins, was appalled and decided to do something proactive. She developed a line of products ranging from skin care, to makeup, to bodywash that are free of more than 1500 harmful ingredients. This is the line for those that want to get rid of the chemicals, but still want that upscale feel. The parties are hosted similar to a girl’s night where there are hors d’oeuvres, wine and the ladies can smell and 66 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | August 2015

3. PAMPERED CHEF. This one has been around for years, and most of us have attended a party. The gadgets and kitchen essential are constantly evolving, but the old stand bys that everyone loves will still be available. I consider this a healthy party because it encourages us to cook at home. It renews the idea that home prepared meals are not only better for you, but will save money. Diet and budget friendly, two birds with one spatula!

4. HEALTHY HOME COMPANY & MELALEUCA. Cleaning products contain

some of the worst chemicals that we can bring into our homes. We would never allow someone to store a bag of toxic waste in our kitchen, but we have no problem sticking every chemical known to man right under the sink. Both of these companies offer a wide variety of cleaning products that can replace the old stand-bys and still get the job done. You can create your own membership

after being referred by an existing member.

Throw a party and just let your friends come clean your house for you. You’re welcome.

5. WILDTREE. Ok, so I have not had experience with this company directly, but I have read several reviews and it seems to be a winner! This company was founded in 1996 after a mom discovered both of her children had medical conditions which required special dietary restrictions. She developed a product line of pantry staples such as herbs, spices, bread mixes, jams and oils that are organic and free of additives, preservatives, and fillers. These “tasting parties” are more of a cooking class for you and your friends where you will actually prepare freezer meals that each guest takes home with them. There is quite a bit of prep involved, but having a week’s worth of healthy dinners, plus getting to spend a fun day with friends is a win-win!

No matter what parties you decide to host, here are a few things to remember: • Ensure your guests that this is a nopressure night. You just wanted to get everyone together and learn about this new product.

• Communicate to your party host that you don’t want anyone to feel like they must purchase something. They may not want to hear that, but this is on your terms.

• Offer snacks and beverages.

• Make the room cozy, not like you’re in a business meeting.

• Know how long the party will last and set the date and time accordingly.

SOCIAL | An Evening for the McGavock Confederate Cemetery Story & Photography by Rachel Weishaupt The Battle of Franklin Trust hosted a special event at the Carnton Plantation Fleming Center in June to raise funds for the McGavock Confederate Cemetery. The evening program featured a catered dinner, presentations from Rod Heller, Nancy Bassett and Eric Jacobson and concluded with a sunset tour of the cemetery. The event highlighted the significant history of the memorial cemetery and those who lost their lives during the Battle of Franklin. All proceeds will benefit the McGavock Confederate Cemetery Corporation for the restoration and upkeep of the historical landmark. For more information on this and other upcoming Battle of Franklin Trust events, visit www.boft.org.

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COMMUNITY | Days Gone By

DOCTORS AND MEDICAL CARE IN WILLIAMSON COUNTY HISTORY

BY MARGIE THESSIN

An early well-known Franklin doctor was Dr. Thomas Henderson, who left a diary that was published in 2002. He wrote in 1834 about bleeding and purging a feverish patient, and also giving her quinine, which seemed to do the trick. Another patient with a “debilitated constitution” was “bled freely.” Opiates took care of the pain, apparently. As the years wore on, Dr. Henderson wrote about illnesses such as bilious fevers, typhoid fever, cholera and measles - common and deadly.

Dr. Daniel McPhail was another early Franklin doctor. Born in Scotland, he emigrated to the United States with his family in 1800, later setting up shop on Main Street in the building now housing Early’s Honey Stand. If the office seems small for a doctor’s office, it was. Back then doctors made house calls. Dr. McPhail was one of the original Tennessee Volunteers, joining 30,000 other Tennesseans in the Mexican War and dying while serving there.

Dr. McPhail is often credited with using anesthesia for the first time in Tennessee.

Dr. Harry Guffee (Photo courtesy Rick Warwick)

Reading about 19th century medicine can give rise to shock and amazement, as we learn about bizarre-seeming practices from the past. Common treatments such as blood-letting, purging and dosing with mercury appear to modern minds not only unhelpful but often dangerous. Knowledge of how disease and infection spread was rudimentary. Most doctors and scientists believed in the miasma theory of infection, absolutely certain that many diseases were transmitted through foul-smelling air. It was a while before germ theory was accepted, which changed almost everything.

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However, one early Franklin doctor was later credited with a huge breakthrough for modern medicine, saving thousands of lives in the process.

Dr. John Sappington was one of Williamson County’s earliest doctors, living in Franklin just a few years before moving to Missouri in 1819. He achieved fame for developing an effective treatment for malaria, having derived quinine from tree bark. Ok, he wasn’t a Franklin doctor at the time, but surely we can bask a little in his reflected glory.

Anesthesia was a huge breakthrough for surgery. Prior to anesthesia, the primary concern for a doctor was speed, not accuracy. Anesthesia gave a doctor time to be careful where his scalpel cut. It also made possible invasive surgeries in the body, although infection and the inability to treat it led to many unhappy outcomes. One myth of the Civil War is that surgeons were “butchers.” Not true. They learned how to do an effective, albeit unsightly amputation.

It was said a good surgeon could amputate an arm in 10 minutes and a leg in 20 minutes. Another myth is that soldiers “bit the bullet” during surgery. Both chloroform and ether were available and used here in Franklin after the Battle of Franklin.

Medicine took a big leap forward in the 20th Century, germ theory being the biggest advancement. Another was the growth of hospitals.

Franklin’s first was a private one established by Dr. Dan German in 1938 on the corner of Church Street and 4th Avenue South. Dr. Harry Guffee, who was well known for making “horse calls,” later joined the practice.

Ten years later, two more hospitals opened, one by Dr. Walter Pyle called the Pyle Clinic on Church Street and another by Dr. Claudius Johnson, an African-American Iowa native who came to Franklin after graduating from Nashville’s Meharry Medical School. His hospital catered to the African-American community, and was next door to his home on Columbia Avenue across from the current police station. All three hospitals closed in 1958 with the establishment of the Williamson Memorial Hospital on Carter’s Creek Pike. In 1985, the current Williamson Medical Center opened on Curd Lane, with doctors’ office buildings sprouting around it.

Today, Williamson’s growth seems unstoppable, and its medical community is growing along with it. Williamson Medical’s website lists hundreds of doctors with staff privileges, for whatever ails you. A doctor friend of mine from high school recently sent me a piece from a website for doctors with a story about the best places for doctors to set up practice. Yep, you guessed it. Tennessee is the best state and Franklin (tied with Murfreesboro) the best city. But we could have figured that…

Dr. Claudius Johnson (Photo courtesy of Bob Canaday)

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SOCIAL | Music & Memories Sponsored Event

Story & Photography by K York Songwriter, television personality, philanthropist, Dove and Grammy速award winner Amy Grant performed for the 10th Annual Music and Memories concert at the Franklin Theatre.

The concert benefited the FiftyForward Martin Center of Brentwood. Special ticket holders attended a reception at the Center where they met Amy for autographs and photos. The FiftyForward Martin Center is a place where older adults go for fellowship and fun. Visit www.themartincentertn.org for more information.

Doug & Cheryl Kidd

Fred Durham, Debbie & Skip Herbert

Jillian Clark, Brenda Lasher & Vee Lasher

Darlene Kemp & Darrell Green

Paige Thompson, Linda Hirsch & Debbie Martin

Tammy & Kip Paxton

Lil Cook & Carol Austin

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FEATURE | Osteo Strong

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Ten year’s of research and results are making this one of the most talked about breakthroughs in bone medicine.

And best of all, it is safer and more affordable than any other treatment approach.

Osteogenic loading consists of brief, but intensive, trigger events that stimulate the body’s natural impulses to rebuild, prompting the tissue growth that builds bone density. Once triggered, the body continues to develop bone density and muscle strength throughout the following days.

As with all general health and wellness, the regime combined with a well-balanced diet is beneficial for your bones, especially if you are getting enough calcium, minerals and Vitamin D, in addition to eating a healthy, non-acidic diet, i.e. drop the soft drinks!

In a health care world where medication rules, it is encouraging that there is a non-invasive process available to build bone mass, muscle strength and balance, preventing osteoporosis and its progression. This is why I have become an advocate for bone health, and have dedicated my time and career to spreading awareness and facilities throughout Middle Tennessee through OsteoStrong franchises.

OsteoStrong locations across Middle Tennessee house the patented bioDensity machine and system that stimulates the body’s natural bone generation process. The muscular-skeletal strengthening and rehabilitation system is appropriate for all ages and conditioning levels and was designed to improve bone density, muscle strength, balance, coordination and stability. Even competitive athletes have benefitted from our system, especially golfers, baseball players and runners.

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A BETTER WAY TO HEALTHIER BONES DIANE MILLER MULLOY

The thought of breaking a bone is cringe worthy no matter what age you are, but the unfortunate truth is that as we age, bone injuries become more painful, expensive, prevalent and life threatening.

According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation, one in two women and one in four men over age 50 will have an osteoporosis-related fracture in their lifetime, In fact, more than 40% of women over 50 who are hospitalized are treated for osteoporotic fractures.

Osteoporosis, the deterioration of bone mass and structure, is the most common bone disease, but is considered a “silent disease” because most people are not diagnosed until after a bone is broken. This “silent disease” affects 54 million Americans, causing an estimated two million broken bones each year. Sadly for some seniors, an osteoporotic fracture from a fall can cause hip fractures and even serious head injuries, leading to a decreased life expectancy.

The numbers are startling, both in how many people are affected by this disease and the health care costs associated with it. The long-term medical care expenses associated with osteoporotic fractures cost the nation billions each year, and for the individual, these costs can accrue to be tens of thousands, if you factor in surgeries, medication, rehabilitative care and post-acute care, not to mention the impact osteoporosis has on independence and quality of life.

The statistics and costs associated with osteoporosis are two of the many reasons why I am not silent about this disease, however, being a first hand witness to my mother’s struggle through years of illness as a result of weak bones is what truly drives my passion.

This is why I want to share with you the most important fact of all – bone loss and osteoporosis are preventable and reversible thanks to the technology at OsteoStrong centers.

The most successful approach to bone loss prevention and reversal at any age is called osteogenic loading, based on long-held medical knowledge Wolfe’s Law, which states that bones grow denser and stronger with impact.

Even the Surgeon General’s Report on Bone Health and Osteoporosis supports this approach.

Using our advanced, patented technology at OsteoStrong we can safely emulate impact by taking you through a session in less than 10 minutes once a week, and you won’t even break a sweat or be sore the next day. It sounds too good to be true, but it is true and it yields results.

There are OsteoStrong locations in Cool Springs and Brentwood, so I highly encourage Williamson County residents to stop in your local center for a free bone density scan and to learn more about how you can improve your bone health and prevent osteoporosis.

Diane Miller Mulloy is the owner of six OsteoStrong centers in middle Tennessee, her newest ones opening in Brentwood in August and in Green Hills in September.

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FEATURE| YOUR Community Partner

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HEALTHCARE PROACTIVE HEALTHCARE AT WORK

Williamson County has numerous options for the care of our elderly, which can make narrowing down the right choice for you and your loved one’s care a daunting task. There are so many things to consider when finding proper care for an at home loved one from location to experience, reputation, cost and so on. With SEI Healthcare, a division of Sitters Etc, you can find all of your answers and the relief of knowing that their caregivers will provide your loved one the dignified care they need and deserve.

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needed a helping hand. SEI Healthcare is a division of Sitters Etc., which is intended to be a more proactive approach to the health and well-being of our elderly population. Their new division of services will be more encompassing and provide programs like fitness and nursing staff in senior care facilities. All of this with the goal of providing more services to their patients. SEI Healthcare is partnering with other organizations in the area to assist in the implementation of this plan with Williamson County being the community chosen to launch their new division. Being involved with the community has been very important to SEI over the years and as they expand their services, this will be even more important. Brothers adds, “As

we expand this program over the next few years, SEI will be serving clients throughout the Midwest, Southeast and the East coast.

We are very excited about our future and always improving how healthcare services are provided at the highest levels and at lower costs.”

The philosophy of SEI is to provide the highest level of service with caregivers, who are experienced, trained and managed Beau Brothers on a daily basis. Over Founder of SEI Healthcare the past 13 years, they have developed a program, which allows SEI to hire the right caregivers, motivate them to go above and beyond, and also staff them with clients based on personality and their skill level. “This is very important especially caring for individuals with dementia or Alzheimer’s, because you have to be consistent with your caregivers and each one must have the highest level of experience to care for these individuals,” explains Brothers.

“SEI is always improving its current services and adding new services to provide our clients with the complete care which they need.

In the near future, we will be adding transportation services, care management and other services so we can pro-actively keep our clients healthier and out of the emergency rooms and hospitals.”

Family plays an important role in the services that SEI provides. SEI realizes that their clients are not only the persons they are caring for, but also the sons and daughters. “Our services bring peace of mind that your loved one is receiving the highest levels of care so other family members can be confident their loved one is being taking care while they are at work, out of town, or in another part of the country,” says Brothers. This kind of business doesn’t happen without passion and compassion. Brothers explains his feelings when he states, “One of the most important reasons SEI has been providing services for over 13 years is the dedication of my wife, daughter and especially the SEI employees. This is what has made SEI what it is today and what will allow SEI to be a better company in the future. As the CEO, I could not have ever imagined having such a special group of people working together to ensure our clients receive the highest levels of care.”

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SOCIAL | Children's Hospital Grand Opening

Story & Photography by K York Hundreds of adults and children along with a few super heroes, Disney characters and one of country music’s favorite couples were in attendance for the official grand opening of the Monroe Carell Jr. Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital at Williamson Medical Center. After a ribbon cutting featuring Brad Paisley and Kimberly Williams Paisley, tours were given of the three story pediatric tower which is now home to a children’s emergency room, twelve in-patient beds and four observation beds. The halls and rooms have colorful murals and uplifting and inspiring paintings through-out the facility with neon lights illuminating the patient rooms. With the care of top notch Vanderbilt pediatric doctors and Williamson Medical Staff; this facility will be a calming and healing place for Williamson County’s youth in need of pediatric care.

Ashley Mayorquin (Elsa), Caroline Spradin (Cinderella), Shelly & Keeling Birdsong, Caroline Sandrell (Anna)

Alexis Burgos, Elizabeth Burgos & Rachel Calhoun

Mason O’Hair, Austin Hill (Superman) & Jazarian Tate

Larry Westbrook, Jamey Parker & Jim Cross

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Don Webb & Dana Ausbrooks

Bode, Amber Hadlee & Levi Kaeser

Donna Choates & Lucas Cooper (Captain America)

Debbie Laffey, Dob Webb & Lou Guardino

Gary & Nancy Haverstock, Lanette Hunt, Kathy Long, Gaye & Van Haverstock

FEATURE | Children’s Hospital at WMC

CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL AT WILLIAMSON MEDICAL CENTER NOW OPEN AND FOCUSED ON OUR CHILDREN preps them for what is about to happen. They will prepare them for sutures or an injection and they will stay with the child when they go to the scary CT scanner. Utilizing this person alleviates the child’s fears, but also the parents’ fears as well.

We know we have to get on the child’s level.

We back away and think what is this child thinking being in a different environment.

We have to look in their eyes. We squat to their level, hold their hands in the hallway.

We try to do the things they are used to at home and we mimic that in the hospital.

There are many things that will set the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital Vanderbilt at Williamson Medical Center apart from the main Williamson Medical Center.

Among the most important differences are stickers and popsicles. Grape ones are the flavor of choice.

I have been a pediatric nurse for six years and have worked on pediatric trauma teams and in pediatric ICU. I also have experience in adult emergency and acute care, but I love pediatrics because it’s a place where a popsicle, a Band-Aid and a sticker can fix so many problems. To see the innocence of a child is so rewarding and to work on a multi-disciplinary approach that includes the parent, the child, the doctor and the child life specialist adds a unique layer to what we do. It’s a total team approach.

CHILD FOCUS In treating pediatrics, we utilize a child life specialist. This is something that isn’t part of a traditional adult ER, but is vital to having successful outcomes with children. This specialist talks to the child and psychologically

PLAY THERAPY When treating children, we also utilize toys.

We have activity toys that are used to divert a child’s attention away from an arm being set or an X ray being taken. It really works.

When you get a child on board with what you are doing, it’s one hundred percent rewarding.

Then you can give them a sticker and make things better for the child. It’s the little things that make such a big difference.

BRINGING IT HOME Being a part of opening this children’s hospital is really special to me because I grew up in this community. Coming back is absolutely wonderful. A lot of the staff here I know from my church family and I feel like I am able to give back to the community I grew up in. That is super exciting to me.

When I first heard about this when it was in the planning stages years ago, I knew this would be my dream job.

IN THE DETAILS The other thing that excites me so much about this amazing facility is that the resources in this hospital are amazing.

Everything from the activity room, to the lighting, and the art are so well thought out.

It’s a state-of-the-art facility. For children to get to come here is awesome for the community.

Patients can choose the color of the lighting in their rooms and will be transported to procedures in wagons. We have special pediatric wheelchairs. We have pediatric nurses who will be doing lab draws. They are skilled in doing this on children, so this won’t be their first experience working with children.

EMERGENCY ROOM Our children’s emergency room has two fully equipped trauma bays and everything we would need to handle a pediatric emergent situation.

We are enabled to have pediatric patient focused care. When in the waiting room of the ER, you will be with people who have kids birth to 17 years old. There’s a play area for siblings in the ER and another play room up on the inpatient floor.

HOMETOWN FEEL The feel of this hospital mimics downtown Franklin. If you have grown up in this community like I did, you can really appreciate this. The atrium looks just like a scene you’d see in Franklin. There are hot air balloons and horses. Williamson County is incorporated into everything.

I think having this hospital here will open up a door and a resource to the community we’ve never had before. To be able to have pediatric specialized care that is within and arms distance to your house is very valuable.

The way the building is designed, it does not feel like a hospital. I think it involves all of your senses. Everywhere you turn, there is something to see, something to hear and something to comfort you when you feel bad.

Brittany Youngblood, MSN, RN, is the nurse manager for the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital Vanderbilt at Williamson Medical Center.

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

INTRO | Health & Wellness

FEATURE | WMC Breast Health Center

FEATURE | HEALTH & WELLNESS

BREAST HEALTH CENTER NOW OPEN IN NEW LOCATION One recurring theme I hear from the women we treat at Williamson’s Breast Health Center is that they want to be sure they can have the same procedures performed at the same level of expertise here that they could at some of the bigger facilities in Nashville. I am happy to tell them that yes, everything we do here is the same thing that’s being done at other medical centers nationwide – only with a more personal touch. We are accredited by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC), which is a subsidiary of the American College of Surgeons, and our Breast Imaging Center was designated a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence by the American College of Radiology. Those are huge accolades.

2015 Health and Wellness Guide presented by Williamson Medical Center features plenty of information for you to see better ways to live. Our community abounds with businesses providing services and options for a healthier lifestyle and medical choices for prevention, treatment and care from birth to the end of life. No more do we have to rely on facilities outside of our county. Our community medical center has programs and services for all of your healthcare needs and when medically necessary can provide referrals and partnerships with the other incredible health care facilities and networks within our area. One such collaboration truly worth celebrating in our community is the opening of the pediatric hospital at WMC. As part of their “Close to Home” campaign, the Williamson Medical Foundation will fundraise for health care specifically for our children. Young families choose Williamson County to live in and raise their children and Williamson Medical believes it is their responsibility to provide first-rate pediatric health services. Kids need to be cared for by pediatric experts in an environment built for families. That’s why they have built a new pediatric children’s tower at Williamson Medical Center and are staffing it with a full health care team provided by Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt. It now offers seamless care with the main Children’s Hospital campus located in Nashville.

Now, right in our own backyard! For more information on how to donate to the Foundation and in particular campaigns like the Closer to Home campaign, please contact Foundation Director Steve Smith at ssmith@wmed.org or 615-435-5170. See more at: williamsonmedicalcenter.org.

Whether you are a newborn or a senior citizen, as in so many other ways, Williamson County is a wonderful place that provides for overall health and wellbeing. Consistently ranked as a “healthy” place to live – Williamson County takes its well-being seriously in all they do. Farm to table organic dining choices, plenty of fitness options from cross fit to barre, a strong park system with lots of outdoor play and activity as well as walking trails, first class facilities of all kinds for all your medical choices!

Be well Williamson!

Because we are always looking to expand our offerings and improve the experience our patients have while they are here, we are excited to announce we are growing Williamson’s Breast Health Center and moving into a beautiful new space at 4601 Carothers Parkway. This move will combine all of our breast health services from consultations to biopsies to imaging into one convenient location. We are also adding some new technology, such as digital tomosynthesis, which creates a 3-D image of the breast using X-Rays and can produce clearer, more accurate images when used in conjunction with mammography.

It would be easy for someone to look at our smaller size and assume that is a disadvantage for us, but in reality it’s the exact opposite. We have the technology and the skilled staff just like the bigger facilities, but we are able to offer very personalized service. We know you and your family when you come here. We get very involved not only in your medical treatment. We will have our breast health navigator on site and she will be available anytime you need her. She’s like having your own personal patient advocate. Patients know exactly who they can call and that’s a great asset when you are dealing with something like breast cancer.

Breast cancer, when caught and treated early is a very treatable disease and we want women to know that. It doesn’t have to be a death sentence. The fact is now we have a lot more options with surgery and medical treatment. There is more testing now that can tell us what the risk is for your relatives and more of it is covered by insurance than in years past. Depending on the stage of cancer, in many cases we are able to put a woman’s mind at ease and educate them that breast cancer can be treatable and manageable.

For more information, visit www.williamsonmedicalcenter.org.

Bernie Burgess, M.D., is a board-certified surgeon with Williamson Medical Group. He is also a breast health specialist with Williamson Medical Center’s Breast Health Center 615-595-4570.

FEATURE | How to Quit Smoking

SMOKING CESSATION CAN ADD YEARS TO YOUR LIFE AND LIFE TO YOUR YEARS it can also be a great way to help stop the bad habit of smoking by replacing a routine “smoke break” with a routine brisk walk around the block.

At Williamson Medical Center’s Cardiopulmonary division, we see mostly patients with mid- to late-stage chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD as many know it. I would say that 80 percent to 85 percent of the patients we see are having problems as a result of smoking.

As many as 15 percent of our patients are second-hand smoke patients who have maybe never smoked themselves, but live with someone who smokes.

That one statistic right there should be enough to make anyone who is still smoking put down their pack.

IT’S NOT TOO LATE It was once thought that smoking does permanent, irreversible damage to your lungs, but about 10 years ago, some studies showed that if you stop smoking, you can recoup some of the lung capacity you have lost. For a person who stops smoking in their 40s or 50s and maintains an active lifestyle, it is possible to get back the lung function of a non-smoker. But that level of activity goes hand-in-hand with quitting smoking as being a key factor in having good success.

GET OUT Exercise not only helps keep you in shape,

When you quit smoking, there is an addiction you are dealing with. So if 2 p.m. everyday triggers a smoke break, we recommend you pick an activity that should take the place of those urges.

Exercise releases the same endorphins that smoking would, but without any of the negative side effects.

WALK THIS WAY We recommend a good fast-paced walk or run for anyone who is healthy enough for exercise. You should always get clearance from your doctor first. If you can monitor your heart rate and get it up 40 beats per minute above your resting heart rate, can release the good endorphins. It can make you feel good about your day and it takes your mind off wanting to smoke.

BE A QUITTER We offer regular smoking cessation classes here at Williamson Medical Center and the most common reasons we hear that people want to quit smoking are for the health benefits, because they want to be around to see kids or grandchildren grow up and the cost.

The science of it shows a person can smoke for one year and it can do the same damage as someone who started smoking 25 to 30 years ago. The toxins from the nicotine you are inhaling are going into your bloodstream, which affects every part of your body, in addition to your lungs.

All sorts of carcinogenic cancers are being

found all over the body. Even in places like the kneecaps, kidneys, bladder and mouth.

QUALITY OF LIFE If a smoker lives to be 70 years old, for the last five to 10 years of their life, breathing for them is going to be like breathing through a straw. They will most likely spend the remainder of their life on and off of a ventilator, coupled with regular hospital admissions because of smoking’s detrimental damage to the lungs.

Not to mention the fact that this person could have lived to be 85 if they hadn’t smoked. We know now that people can lead a healthier life if they quit smoking.

QUIT IT The biggest question we hear is “how do I quit?” We recommend establishing a “quit day.” Start there and then decide if you want to use some nicotine replacement therapy like the gum or patches. If you choose one of these you absolutely cannot smoke while using them. If you opt for one of the pill forms of replacement therapy, smoking can be tapered.

Once you’ve established your quit day, come up with a plan for urges and cravings. When the cravings come, have something to take the place of a cigarette. It can be anything from a crossword puzzle to a brisk walk to calling a friend and having a conversation.

It comes down to changing your behavior.

Clean out your house and your car. Get rid of ashtrays and take on the persona of a nonsmoker. You have to believe it.

Success depends on how committed a person is to changing. If you are committed and ready to take back control of your life, I say go for it!

Twan Lansden, RRT, MSHA, is a respiratory therapist and the director of Williamson Medical Center’s Cardiopulmonary division.

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FEATURE | WMC Urology Associates

OVERACTIVE BLADDER IS A COMMON MEDICAL PROBLEM WITH MULTIPLE SOLUTIONS I hear on a daily basis from patients who suffer from a common ailment called overactive bladder (OAB). Overactive bladder consists of symptoms including urinary urgency, frequency and nocturia (having to wake up at night and go to the bathroom). Some people can also have incontinence, or leakage of urine. Overactive bladder is a very common problem. In fact, it is one of the most common healthcare problems affecting both males and females in the aging population. Over 37 million Americans suffer from OAB. Many people think the symptoms of overactive bladder are part of the normal aging process and they just have to live with it. But that isn’t true. There are many treatment options available. In many cases we can completely eliminate the symptoms with simple behavior modifications. Beverages with caffeine or alcohol work as diuretics and can cause the increased production of urine. Caffeine can also cause bladder contractions, which lead to the symptoms of overactive bladder. In many cases altering behaviors will treat the symptoms.

If changes in behavior and medications don’t work, there are also a few surgical procedures I can do that have been proven to be effective.

Initially, bladder function testing called urodynamics is performed.

This helps determine whether the OAB is a muscle or nerve problem.

That leads to our three procedure options. The first procedure is an Interstim, which is like a small pacemaker for the bladder. It controls the nerve that goes to the bladder, decreasing the symptoms. If testing is positive, I proceed with implanting the Interstim device. It’s an outpatient surgery that is done with sedation. It is a permanent implant that is underneath the skin.

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Another possible solution involves injecting Botox into the bladder muscle through a cystoscope. This can be done in the office or hospital. Much like when used in the face, Botox is temporary and has to be repeated typically every six to 12 months. The final procedure we can do is called posterior tibial nerve stimulation, or PTNS. I place a small needle in the ankle and stimulate the nerve that shares the same origin in the spine as the bladder nerve. This involves a half-hour visit once a week for 12 weeks and then we taper the frequency Oveactive bladder can be an embarrassing subject for many people.

But it is a very common problem that has multiple successful treatment options. I encourage you to come see me or another physician when the symptoms become a bother.

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William Tissot, M.D. , F.A.C.S., is a board-certified urologist with Urology Associates in Franklin. He is also a credentialed physician with Williamson Medical Center. He can be reached at 615-790-1660.

FEATURE | Orthopedics at WMC

NEW ROBOTIC-ASSISTED ORTHOPAEDIC TECHNOLOGY IMPLEMENTED AT WILLIAMSON MEDICAL CENTER

BY MELONEE HURT FOR WILLIAMSON MEDICAL CENTER

Cory Calendine, M.D., orthopaedic surgeon with Vanderbilt Bone & Joint Clinic in Franklin describes the new leading-edge surgical robotic technology at Williamson Medical Center as being like a GPS for a hip or knee joint.

That’s about the best way to explain exactly what the RIO®, the Robotic Arm Interactive Orthopaedic System, is doing for orthopaedic surgeries at WMC. “With this technology, we are able to do specialized images of the joint before we start a surgery and that allows us to plan better,” Calendine said. “It enables the surgeon to do a more thorough pre-operative evaluation, plan the most effective procedure and then execute it more precisely than ever.”

Williamson Medical Center is leading the way in the Nashville region with orthopaedic robotic technology, being the only area medical center to offer the RIO® system.

“We have a very successful orthopaedic surgery program here, so having a piece of technology like this helps solidify Williamson Medical Center as the place to come for these types of surgeries,” said Don Webb, CEO of WMC. Orthopaedic surgeon Brian Perkinson, M.D., said the need for the technology is driven by people having higher expectations for their lifestyle, especially as they age.

“The robot allows us to address their joint issues at a less-advanced stage. Specifically, this technology improves the accuracy of a partial

knee replacement and makes the surgery much easier, so we don’t need to wait until a full replacement is warranted,” Perkinson said.

An ideal candidate for a partial knee replacement is someone who has been diagnosed with osteoarthritis that has not progressed to all three compartments of the knee. Benefits of these robotic-assisted partial knee replacements include a smaller incision, less pain and scarring, a shorter hospital stay, improved range of motion and the ability to return to normal everyday activities much sooner than with traditional knee replacement surgery.

In addition to pre-operative planning, during surgery, RIO® provides real-time information and images that allow the surgeon to control accurate implant placement, which is more difficult using manual techniques.

According to a Duke University study, 90 percent of candidates for hip or knee replacements decline surgery because of perceived complications. With the RIO® System, people don’t have to be apprehensive about the results.

“With this type of technology, we can do partial knees or full hip replacements with unparalleled precision,” said orthopaedic surgeon Christopher Stark, M.D. Orthopaedic surgeon Paul Thomas,

M.D., said it’s a unique process from start to finish that is focused on faster recovery and better outcomes.

“It showcases Williamson Medical Center’s commitment to embracing proven new technology, so that we can always deliver excellent patient care resulting in better outcomes,” Thomas said.

Although RIO® has been in use at Williamson Medical Center since January, it isn’t brand new technology. It has been widely used. The Robotic-Arm Assisted system, created by Mako, was FDA approved in 2006 and has been commercially available in the U.S. since 2009. Thousands of successful knee and hip replacements have been performed using this technology.

“It’s important to note that this is an interactive system,” Calendine said. “It’s a tool that the surgeon is in control of, so the robot aids the surgeon.”

Colin Looney, M.D., orthopaedic surgeon, said this new robotic technology is a great way to showcase Williamson Medical Center and the joint program that’s been developed here.

“We have this great arthroplasty program that does a thousand joints a year right here in our own community with local surgeons and staff,” he said.

Williamson Medical Center and the Vanderbilt Bone and Joint Clinic orthopaedic surgeons who will be using the RIO® robotic system exclusively at WMC will be hosting a free lunch and Q&A session in meeting rooms A, B and C at Williamson Medical Center on Thursday, August 27 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. We invite you to come with questions and bring a friend! Please RSVP by calling 615-435-6780 or visiting www.williamsonmedicalcenter.org/calendar.

FEATURE | Fitness Guide

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FEATURE | Back to School Health 101

BACK-TO-SCHOOL HEALTH CHECKLIST COURTESY OF WEBMED.COM

Shuffling your child back to school these days takes more than a new wardrobe and a shiny apple. What about the dizzying array of immunizations? Hearing and vision tests? Special instructions for the school nurse? And tips for buying and loading a backpack that won’t turn your precious offspring into an achy, whiny pack mule?

THOSE DREADED SHOTS The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) web site fully explains childhood vaccinations, advising you what is needed at what age.

Your school district or local health department will also make this clear, and you can consult your pediatrician as well.

CAN YOUR CHILD SEE CLEARLY? As many as one in 20 children can’t see out of one of their eyes.

Experts recommend vision testing by your pediatrician. A younger child can ‘read’ the chart by turning a hand in the direction the “E” is facing. School-aged children, even kindergartners, probably can identify letters or at least numbers.

OTHER ADVICE Some important information parents should tell the school about their child includes:

• Above all, make sure your child’s emergency telephone number card is accurate and kept current.

• The school nurse and/or school secretary also needs to know what medications your child takes.

• Any health problems should be made known to the school.

Allergies are a good example.

• Also inform the school of physical restrictions. Does the child have asthma, a scoliosis brace, or a heart murmur? How should this affect physical activity?

WHAT ELSE CAN PARENTS DO? • The American Academy of Pediatrics also advises that parents not strap a jumbo backpack on their children – never more than 20% of the child’s body weight (those books can add up)!

• If children are hanging back or seem anxious about the first day, explain that their friends are waiting to see them again. Maybe another child in the neighborhood could come along the first day.

• Parents must also be sure the child has sufficient sleep, usually eight hours for a growing child and even more for a teen. And the child should go off with a good breakfast. Sometimes kids can eat at school, too, but nutrition helps the child to focus and concentrate.

COMMUNITY | In Your Backyard

Smile SPOTTERS STORY BY KRISTA EHRET PHOTOGRAPHY BY STEPHANIE JOHNSON, HENPECK LANE PHOTOGRAPHY

Early morning and end of the day are two of the worst times to convince a sleepy child to do much of anything, let alone scrubbing their teeth for two minutes.

With the exception of paying a hefty dentist bill, what’s a parent to do? Franklin mom and former school teacher, Wren Smith Anderson and her husband, Travis, were in this exact predicament with their three young children in 2012. “There should be an elf or a fairy that watches children brush their teeth and reports brushing habits to the Tooth Fairy,” Travis suggested. He was inspired by the popular Christmas book and knew this was something the kids would love. Two years later, Wren retired from her marketing teacher position at Independence High School to be a stay at home mom. She immediately began working on a storyline and illustrations for the book. After throwing around different titles, “Smile Spotters” was the ultimate winner because “someone’s smile is usually the first thing you notice about a person. A nice smile can really brighten someone’s day,” Wren explained. The Smile Spotters are the Tooth Fairy’s helpers that are sent to make sure the kids are following brushing protocol and then deliver progress reports back to the boss. The Spotters, with cool hairdos inspired by toothpaste, use their book to remind kids that they must brush to fight away the bad fairies, Sugar Buggs, Ginger the Gingivitis Fairy, and Hal (Halitosis) the Bad Breath Fairy. The Smile Spotters’ usual spot is attached to your child’s bathroom mirror, but they come equipped with a pocket for when your child loses a tooth.

There are some major perks that come with these fairies, versus a famous elf we’re all familiar with. The Smile Spotters have wings to fly, so children can

touch and play with them with no fear that they’ll lose their magic. This means they can also travel with you to ensure proper dental care even when on vacation. Also, they are much less mischievous, so there is no need to create elaborate scenes late at night or even move them around. Wren does include a part in the book that states “If you start to doubt that the Tooth Fairy is real, you’re Smile Spotter might act out and that is the deal.” This way parents can still do silly things with the Spotters from time to time if they want to.

When I asked Wren what her favorite part of this development has been, she told me that she has loved working from home and being able to include her family in the creative process. Her oldest daughter, Olivia (6), even helped with rough sketches of what the cast of fairies would look like. Even though they understand that mommy created the Smile Spotters, they still believe that the fairies are very real and have taken their brushing much more seriously.

Daughter Molly (4) always wants to make sure her gums are pink and not red, to ensure she’s keeping Ginger, the Gingivitis Fairy, away. Wren and Travis have watched how the story has benefited the children by instilling important lessons, but with fun instead of nagging.

Make sure you come out to Brilliant Sky Toys and Books on August 22nd for National Tooth Fairy Day. Wren will be there for a book signing joined by the Smile Spotters, the Tooth Fairy and a visit from Dr. Buzz’s Pediatric Dentistry. The kids can enjoy messy art painting using dental floss and tooth brushes, Smile Spotter Bingo, story time, and pictures with the Tooth Fairy and Smile Spotters.

Books will be available on a first come first serve basis with more copies shipping in September. Look for this great story at Brilliant Sky Toys and Books, Amazon, Learning Express Toys and Nolensville Toy Store.

Travis, Wren, Olivia (6), Scott (2) & Molly (4) Anderson

For more information, visit www.SmileSpotters.com.

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FEATURE | Superfoods for Health

SUPER FOOD? What’s That?

COURTESY OF WEBMED.COM

You’ve heard it a million times: The best way to stay healthy is to eat a wide variety of vitamin-rich foods. But eating a wide variety of foods can sometimes be difficult in our on-the-go culture.

Enter super foods. These are the Michael Jordans of the food world. They’re packed with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, which minimize the cell damage that may lead to heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer’s and other diseases. Eating them can help you feel more assured that you’re getting what you need from your diet.

Nutrient-dense super foods offer a better bang for your buck. Most of our top 10 are healthy foods that also have hidden benefits. Eat them every day to boost your intake of vitamins, minerals and other key nutrients that benefit the body and the immune system.

SUPER FOOD 1: PURPLE, RED AND BLUE GRAPES Grapes, especially dark-colored ones, are loaded with phytochemicals, antioxidants that may help protect against cancer and heart disease.

Two of those phytochemicals, anthocyanin and proanthocyanidin, may be especially good for your immune system. Grapes also contain vitamin C and selenium.

SUPER FOOD 2: BLUEBERRIES Recent animal studies suggest that blueberries may help protect cells from damage and lower inflammation. Blueberries contain many of the vitamins and minerals known to strengthen the immune system, along with key phytochemicals that may help protect against cancer and heart disease.

SUPER FOOD 3: RED BERRIES Berries, especially raspberries and strawberries, contain ellagic acid, another phytochemical that may help protect against cancer-causing agents in the diet and the environment.

SUPER FOOD 4: NUTS Nuts are one of the most balanced foods on the planet. They offer a 86 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | August 2015

good dose of “healthy” fats along with a smaller amount of protein and carbohydrate. Most nuts also contain phytochemicals such as resveratrol and plant sterols, which help lower cholesterol.

SUPER FOOD 5: DARK GREEN VEGGIES Popeye had a point: It’s tough to compete with the nutritional muscle of broccoli and spinach. Kale and collard greens are also members of the esteemed dark green vegetable group. These super veggies are high in nutrients that help fight disease, including vitamins C, E, and A and calcium. They’re also loaded with magnesium and potassium.

Need another reason to go green? These veggies are brimming with antioxidant phytochemicals such as kaempferol, which may help dilate blood vessels and may have cancer-fighting properties.

Leeks, lettuce and kale provide lutein and quercetin, both strong antioxidants.

SUPER FOOD 6: SWEET POTATOES AND ORANGE VEGETABLES Move over, russet potatoes. There’s a new tuber in town. All across America, sweet potatoes are creeping onto menus. Sweet potato fries are nudging traditional fries off restaurant plates. Other orange vegetables are nutrient-rich and packed with phytochemicals, as well.

Carrots are famously high in vitamin A, while butternut and acorn squash are tops in vitamins A and C. SUPER FOOD 7: TEA With one sip of tea, you get two potent phytochemicals – anthocyanin and pro anthocyanin. Both are antioxidants that help fight inflammation. Add to that a healthy dose of catechins, antioxidants that are thought to block cell damage that can lead to cancer.

SUPER FOOD 8: WHOLE GRAINS Making this one dietary change may significantly improve your health: Switch to whole grains. For example, eat whole grain bread instead of white bread, wild or brown rice instead of white rice, corn tortillas instead of flour tortillas. Whole grains deliver zinc and selenium, in addition to phytochemicals thought to help protect against heart disease and cancer.

SUPER FOOD 9: BEANS The lowly bean is tops in antioxidant activity. It offers an amazing package of nutrients, including many vitamins and minerals. Green soybeans and soy provide vitamin C, calcium, zinc and selenium.

Lentils and black-eyed peas are rich in folate and zinc. Black beans and kidney beans also offer a good amount of folate.

SUPER FOOD 10: FISH Fish provides powerful omega-3 fatty acids. Evidence suggests that omega-3s, particularly those coming from fish, may help prevent inflammatory diseases, such as coronary heart disease.

FEATURE | Juice Bar

TO COOL YOU OFF IN THE HEAT

BY SARAH MOORE, NUTRITIONIST FOR I LOVE JUICE BAR

cleansing benefits and aids in digestion with its high fiber and water content. It is great in reducing bad cholesterol and pulling bad estrogens from the body.

4 Have you noticed that as the season change our body craves different things. It can be as simple as wanting warmer foods like soups and hot tea in the winter and wanting cooler foods such as salads and ice tea in the summer.

You may not realize you are craving these things based on the seasons and the weather but it is because our bodies are super smart and guide us if we listen. If you are living in the south or a region where the seasons change dramatically, we can also be guided by what food is in season.

In Tennessee, it’s August and it is hot. Whether you are in the pool playing in the sun, working in your garden or moving your workouts outside, I am sure you have noticed your body needs to stay hydrated more than ever. Of course, you can be drinking water, but it can get old after a while and you need some ways to mix it up. Here are my top 5 cooling foods you can begin adding to beat the heat and cool your body internally.

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CUCUMBERS:

FRESH GREENS, SWEET GREENS, GINGER GREENS, SUPER GREENS

COCONUTS/COCONUT WATER: YOUNG COCONUT IN GRAB & GO

Coconut water straight from the young coconut is one of the most refreshing liquids for your body outside of water. It is full of potassium and electrolytes. It is perfect for after a hard workout or run. It provides the body with essential sugars we need and it is very alkaline. Perfect recovery aid for our body The complete inside of the coconut can be used with the meat being a great source of fat for the body.

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LEMONS:

ALL JUICES, GREEN SMOOTHIE & BERRY GOOD

Another wonderful food to alkalize the body.

It is great juiced, added to our water or on a salad to aid those who have trouble breaking down raw leafy greens. Lemons are full of vitamin C which combats, fatigue, inflammation and boosts our immune system.

What are your favorite cooling foods? We would love to hear from you and how you use your favorites and the 5 we listed above. If you are on social media use #ilovejuicebar #coolingfoods

Seems pretty obvious huh? They are full of water, very cooling and crisp. Cucumbers are also full of B vitamins that aid in natural energy but also help us combat stress. They can also help freshen our breath and work as a good digestive aid.

If you are a juicer, they are a wonderful base in any juice combination.

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WATERMELON: SEASONAL FRUIT CUP AVAILABLE IN GRAB & GO

This is such a summer time favorite. Like cucumbers, easy to juice and provide a lot of liquid. The color red in watermelon indicates it contains lycopene which is wonderful for our blood and heart. It contains amino acids that aid in reducing muscle soreness and inflammation. Although hard to find, watermelon with seeds are your healthiest option.

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CELERY: FRESH GREENS, SUPER GREENS, WHAT’S UP DOC

I am a big fan of celery, although I do not like to eat it in raw, stalk form I do love to juice it and finely chop it to add to my salads. Celery contains so many liver

Photo by Debbie Smartt

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FEATURE | Allergies in Tennessee

on recent studies, almost 1 in 3 people are affected by allergy-related problems and these numbers are seemingly increasing. One can assume that because of the change in our culture, the environment around us with more sophisticated measures of building homes and cars, new hypersensitivities have emerged as well. For instance, the heating and air conditioning in our homes have greatly improved since the 1970’s which can be a breeding ground for dust mites, a very common indoor allergen, that enjoy confined humidity and peak during the summer months.

THE

BASIN

BY ANNIE OSTEEN

RESIDENTS OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE KNOW A FEW THINGS TO BE TRUE. FIRST, COUNTRY MUSIC RULES THE SCENE IN THIS AREA. SECONDLY, WE RESIDE IN THE ALLERGY CAPITAL OF THE WORLD. FOR BOTH NATIVE TENNESSEANS AND THOSE WHO TRANSPLANTED TO THIS REGION, ALLERGIES ARE COMMONPLACE.

The questions that commonly arise are those of why allergies, in general, seem to be so universal in Middle Tennessee as compared to other places in our country? What are the best preventative measures to combat them and what seems to be the best solution to them?

Unfortunately, everyone is different and since there are many variations of seasonal allergies, there never seems to be one concrete answer to those looming questions that most families ask one another or their doctor.

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Where did allergies come from and were they just as bad, let’s say, in the 1950’s?

Perhaps allergies were just as much as plague back then as they are now but because the media wasn’t as widespread and the internet wasn’t in existence, it hadn’t been researched extensively like it is today. From what we do know about allergies at the moment, numbers have grown rapidly over the last forty years.

In the early 1970’s, only 5% of industrialized countries were found to have allergy sufferers. Now, based

In Middle Tennessee, external factors for allergy sufferers play just as an important role as do the allergens found inside of the home due to pet dander or dust mites. Many believe that allergy season in our area is a year-round ordeal. However, allergy season tends to ramp up in March and doesn’t slow down until October, or until the first hard frost of the season. Anyone moving to our vicinity or simply just visiting during this seven-month stretch will surely get a taste of the aggravating symptoms which generally consist of itchy and watery eyes, coughing, sneezing, headaches and just an all-around uncomfortable feeling that won’t recede until one leaves town or consumes some potent Benadryl. Summer months, like spring and fall, seem to carry their weight in excessive allergies, especially when weather conditions tend to be dry allowing pollen to settle. The higher the pollen count, the worse the symptoms. A summer without considerable rain means more family trips to the drug store for antihistamines, nasal spray or in severe cases, antibiotics.

Since allergies can be so widespread, there are copious avenues to take to remain one step ahead of the pollen, grass and ragweed. We live in an era where being preventative can keep a family out of the walkin clinic or on bedrest. Staying hydrated with water and electrolytes is one. Keeping hydrated is vital for numerous reasons but in the case of allergy sufferers, it can thin mucus and support sinus drainage, lessening unpleasant symptoms. Additionally, chiropractic care or the on-going use of essential oils can also play a key role in being preemptive. For the suffering that has already transpired and seems to be inevitable, oral antihistamines, eye drops, nasal spray and the use of a Neti Pot, which flushes out the nasal cavity with a saline solution, are straightforward remedies to help resolve irritating and uncomfortable symptoms.

Living in this part of the country means succumbing to the idea that you or someone in your family will most likely suffer from seasonal allergies. The pollen, and everything along with it, seem to love our Middle Tennessee basin as much as we do, which means we will have to find a way to co-exist together.

HEALTH & WELLNESS | Happy Tales

HAPPY

T A L E S

SIMPLE ACTS TO OVERALL HEALTH

Studies have shown that pets can improve not only physical health but also emotional well-being. Connecting with a beloved dog or cat can help lower anxiety, help with the blues or feelings of loneliness,

“Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains unawakened.” - Anatole France and help reduce stress. Most pet owners agree that interacting with their animals improves their overall mood and makes them laugh.

Did you know that owning a pet can improve one’s health and wellness?

Pets need physical activities, and walking or running with your dog, playing catch or tug of war all benefit the dog and your own body as well.

The simple act of petting your cat or dog can improve your overall health.

According to Animal Planet.com, “having a pet in the home can actually lower a child’s likelihood of developing related allergies by as much as 33 percent….and children exposed early on to animals tend to Kent Smith with Abe develop stronger immune systems overall.” Having a pet can also help the heart; The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the National Institute of Health (NIH) have conducted heartrelated studies on people who have pets in their home. Their findings were significant on the level of benefits that pet owners experience, including “decreased blood pressure, cholesterol and triglyceride levels – all of which can ultimately minimize their risk for having a heart attack down the road. For those who have already experienced a heart attack, research also indicates that patients with a dog or cat tend to have better recovery rates.”

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Your health and well-being are important, and owning a pet can have many benefits. There is nothing quite like the devotion, love, and loyalty of a pet, and they can help humans as well. Animal shelters and rescues are overwhelmed with animals that need fosters and homes. Consider these organizations if you are planning to add a pet to your household.

Berry Farms & Boyle Investment Co. are proud sponsors of the Happy Tales Humane Organization, which is located in the Berry Farms Town Center. Kent Smith, who works for Boyle and is the Property Manager for Berry Farms, recently adopted Abe and Timber from Happy Tales. Stop by the Farmers Market at Berry Farms on Tuesdays from 3:00-6:00 pm or visit them online at BerryFarmsTN.com.

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COMMUNITY | Education

TEEN

IE OS

BY ANN

August is here. For many, it means summer is in full swing. For the rest of us, it means school is about to begin for our children. When we still have so much sunlight in the evening hours, the pool is still warm and flip flops are on our feet, preparing to go back to school can be a tough task for kids and their parents. In the same breath, teachers are having to say goodbye to their own short summer break, enjoying time with family and begin worrying themselves weekly with test scores and the consequences that come along with them.

Internally resisting the idea of a rigorous schedule is common in all of us. How do we get past it? How do we truly get our kids, and ourselves, ready for getting back into the classroom?

Anyone who knows me knows that I do love structure and consistency. I love summer breaks and all of the fun times that come with it but I am a sucker for calendars, especially color-coded ones with details. Towards the end of July my calendar emerges and I begin working with information from the school district calendar. The kids see it and realize that school is rounding the corner. I try and balance it off with the continued trips to the pool and late ice-cream cones on our back porch. It’s still summer and I get that. At the same time, I realize that hearing the alarm go off for the first time since May, is going to be a rude awakening if I’m not prepared for it.

As a rule, I’ll begin my formulation for the first day of school by getting them into a consistent bedtime routine. This can be one of the toughest habits to form. During the summer months, my four older kids will generally have daily opportunities to stay up later. Watching movies with their neighbor friends, swimming at the pool, catching fireflies...it’s what makes summer so awesome so we allow it.

About a week before school begins, regular bedtimes emerge and isn’t usually welcomed by anyone. After the pouting and a few tears, my kids surrender to the idea that an earlier bedtime is reality.

For those parents that struggle with the idea of a more routine bedtime, incorporating reading time, while kids are getting settled always helps the process along. It not only calms children down, but gives them the power of choice on what they’re going to read. If kids have to give up what they perceive to be “fun” during the summer by 90 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | August 2015

getting into bed earlier than they’ve grown accustomed to, allowing them the opportunity to choose a book for themselves, gives them some control that they don’t realize they have.

Healthy eating tiptoes into our home before school begins. Not to say that we constantly feed our kids junk because we don’t.

However, there’s usually more hot dogs, ice-cream cones, pizza and sometimes soda. Again, it’s summer. I want my kids to have incredible memories of doing things during the summer months that we don’t always do while they’re in school. I begin to incorporate foods into their daily lunches that I might pack for them when they’re going to school. More fruit, veggies and water make their way onto my kids’ plates. As a mother, I make this more of a subtle transition as to not hear so much complaining at one time.

School supplies have been made extremely easy for me because of the PTO where my children attend school. We are afforded the opportunity to pre-purchase school supply boxes that are already put together and coordinated to end up in my child’s classroom for their arrival on the first day of school. For me, heading to Walmart to garner school supplies for four different children might as well have been written into one of the levels of Dante’s Inferno.

This process, if not already, needs to be incorporated into every school district in the nation. If you are a parent and unsure if your children’s school offers this, you can check with your local school office to get that information. Since the school supply boxes are a fundraiser for our school, the price of purchasing a box is a little higher than if you were to just take your class list and battle the chaos at the store, but it’s worth it. Completely worth it.

There are certainly some beneficial habits that parents with schoolaged children can start incorporating into their daily routine to make the inevitable transition smoother. Not every house can run on schedules and nor does every house want to give up one day of their summer freedom. Simple suggestions to get children prepared to engage in their new setting for a new year can prove to be helpful to everyone involved when that first, early day finally rolls around.

SOCIAL | Franklin Kid’s Art Festival Story & Photography by K York The first Franklin Kids Arts Festival of Tennessee sponsored by the City of Franklin Parks Department and Williamson County Cultural Arts Commission took place in June at Pinkerton Park.

Live music, theatre and dance were performed by local youth and the surrounding communities. Art stops were available for kids to create unique pieces as well as exhibits of kid’s art for sale. Shuffs Music provided different instruments for kids to play. It was a free festival open to the public that you will want to put on your calendar for next year!

Shirin Goray, Sahaana Joshi, Saanvi Narayan, Anika Narayan & Arav Goray

Memory McCord, Yuvonda & Jace Vaughn

Jonah Zumback

Tristan, William, Tahnia & Marcia Wilson

Emeline, Kate, Matt, & Elise Lasseter

Angel Vargas

COMMUNITY | Your Kids

TEACHING YOUR KIDS TO BE ORGANIZED

BY GINGER JONES

It’s back to school time. Things can get a little hectic for everyone trying to adjust back into the routine of the school day and school year. Many of you have things you routinely do to stay on top of schedules and tasks that have proven to work for you over time.

No matter who you are or what you do, there is no arguing the benefit of being organized. For some people, the skills of organization come easily. For others, it is a chore, but they know they can’t live without it. And then some people resist it completely.

But where and when do we learn these skills? Some children won’t be exposed to these skills in the home and will learn some tools in school. Some children will figure things out after failing at something they may not have if they had been more organized. If you knew you could put a few small things in place to set your children up for maximum success this school year, wouldn’t you want to do it?

Here are some easy ways you can help your children with learning organization skills.

PREPARE FOR THE NEXT DAY THE NIGHT BEFORE You never know what a morning will bring, especially when children are involved. Take time the night before to pack lunches and backpacks. Have your children help with this to the extent they are able.

HAVE A FAMILY CALENDAR VISIBLE IN A COMMON PLACE IN THE HOME Encourage your older children to put their activities, sports and big events on the calendar themselves. This will help them to see how their schedule impacts the family as a whole.

LET YOUR CHILDREN HELP YOU SHOP FOR ORGANIZATION TOOLS Your children may be more likely to use a planner that they picked out. Splurge on some fun stickers or colored pens that will make writing that dreadful homework assignment a little more pleasurable.

TEACH THEM ABOUT TO-DO LISTS There are limitless apps that help with remembering and prioritizing tasks. Some people still love that feeling of marking through something or checking the box on paper. Regardless of your preference, this is a great skill to put in place.

Start this school year off on the right foot by being prepared and organized and while you are at it, teach your kids these skills as well.

You won’t regret it.

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SOCIAL | Nashville Walk for Children with Apraxia of Speech Sponsored Event

Story Submitted & Photography by Heather Tune, Three Little Birds Photography The 2015 Nashville Walk for Children with Apraxia of Speech was held at Centennial Park on June 20th. This family fun event featured special appearances

by Disney princesses, face painting, games and more. The walk benefits the Childhood Apraxia of Speech Association of North America (CASANA).

CASANA is the only national 501(c)3 nonprofit public charity exclusively dedicated to children with apraxia of speech and their families. Last year’s walk had over 200 participants and raised $10,000 for CASANA. Their mission is to strengthen the support systems in the lives of children with apraxia so that each child is afforded their best opportunity to develop speech. To learn more about CASANA and the event, go to www.apraxia-kids.org.

Apraxia Stars Caleb Spires & Adrienne Golden

Jonah White & Bryan Terry

Denise Koutsoukos & Sheree Koutsoukos

Jones Therapy Services

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SOCIAL | Westhaven Porchfest

Story & Photography by K York The 4th Annual Westhaven Porchfest rocked! Over 100 musicians from every musical genre, played on twenty-six porches throughout the Westhaven community. Musical fans walked, rode their bikes and drove golf carts to meander throughout the neighborhood, stopping here and there to listen to their favorite sounds. Food trucks offered delicious treats, artisans sold their wares and there were plenty of activities for the kids. The evening ended when the music moved to the stage by the lake and Boy Named Banjo along with Tim Akers and The Smoking Section and surprise special guest Amy Grant, played for the thousands in attendance. If you enjoy good music and lots of fun Porchfest is an event you do not want to miss.

Raina & Courtney Fullum

Heather, Alya & Tony Gerber

Leo, Lucia, Zosia & Antonia

Emily, Vivian & Scott Gill Jeffrey Trent

Brian & Erica Stoltzfus, Stephanie Odom, Matt Bowling, Bonnie Kearns & Jordan McNicholas

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Season Houghton & Jordan Stivers

Kristen & Ben Rosario, Carol Cushran

Traci Scheer, Josh & Rebekah Cook & Tricia Forethich

Craig, Janet & Sophie Haworth

LIFESTYLE | 5 Sense Living

WITH LAURYN GILLIAM Bringing you the 411 on the sights, sounds, smells and tastes of what touches you in Williamson County.

Carpe diem y’all!

Pasta Primavera (photo by Amy Whidby)

DINING

HOMESTEAD MANOR www.homesteadmanor.com Facebook: HomesteadManor

Williamson County is no doubt one of the richest places for history.

It’s a destination desired by history buffs from around the world. It is also known for its arts and entertainment and is certainly coming into its own with the growing culinary scene.

Buttermilk Panna Cotta with Blackberry Harvest is located at Coulis (photo by Lauryn Salassi Gilliam) Homestead Manor. an antebellum home that sits on the site of the Battle of Thompson’s Station during the Civil War. When you walk up to the majestic home you are shaded by huge oaks and provided brick walk ways to stroll upon. Designed by City Farmhouse, each room has its own theme highlighting a different component of that era. When you are seated, each server will describe to you the meaning behind the room decor. I sat in the Alice Thompson room and immediately got goosebumps by the story of the room my server, Morgan, delivered. There is a large hand sewn statement in a frame

that states “Boys, a woman has your flag,” and refers to 17 year old Alice Thompson who became a heroine that day. I will save the rest for you to uncover as you must go so that you hear the story in this place of history. They have built a magnificent floor to ceiling window conservatory which houses the beautiful “Glass Bar.” It allows you to view some of the organic herbs they are farming while listening to jazz and sipping a hand crafted cocktail, fresh sangrias or a choice from their extensive Italian wine list.

Harvest at Homestead Manor is a Tuscan-inspired farm to fork concept blending Italian and Southern traditions, “It’s Italian inspired with a dollop of Southern.” The restaurant offers 75 types of vegetables, herbs, flowers and fruits, grown under strict accordance with USDA Organic Certification Regulations. Executive Chef Carlos Garcia and Donny Counts partner up to bring stunning seasonal dishes for families and friends to savor. While there was so much to make your mouth water, the dishes I settled on started with a Bruschetta that was different than any I have had before. All of the breads and pastas are made in house and this bread bruschetta was perfectly fire grilled in their authentic brick oven. Lightly charred on the outside for a nice crunch but soft and pillowy on the inside soaking up the delicious balsamic reduction drizzled over chickpeas, fresh corn, zucchini, squash, red onion, basil, tomato and both pecorino and blue cheeses. Having just returned from a trip to Italy, I was stunned by the authentic flavors of the Arugula Pizza and the Pasta Primavera. The pizza was thin crust and crunchy, balanced with the sweet creaminess of the cheeses, the saltiness of the baked prosciutto and the bitterness of the fresh arugula. The pasta served with a pappardelle was melt in your mouth fresh and light combined with ratatouille, garlic, fennel, zucchini, squash, mushrooms and sage, along with fresh thin shavings of parmesan cheese. The buttermilk panna cotta blackberry coulis has been described by patrons as “show stopping” and served with a fresh french press coffee, was a great way to end my visit but, no doubt, I will be back to try more.

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ART

JIMMY MOORE PHOTOGRAPHY

Jimmy at O’More show (photo by Ava Moore)

CULTURE

Rolling Stone Magazine named Waylon Jennings album, “Honkey Tonk Heroes,” 9th of 50 Country Albums Every Rock Fan Should Own. The cover photo… yep.. that’s by Grammy nominated Jimmy Moore. With a broken camera from his grandmother, Jimmy’s been telling stories through a lens almost his entire life and oh what stories he can tell. Working in the Murray bike factory wasn’t for him, so he utilized his passion for photography to make a living. He’s most well known for his work with country music legends. “Many of the people that I have taken pictures of over the year were of country music stars here in the Leiper’s Fork and Franklin area,” he says. Introduced to the famous Chet Atkins by John Loudermilk as “the best photographer in the world, and if you don’t use him, you’re a dang fool,” Chet responded, “Well, I don’t want to be a dang fool,” and the rest is history. After that, he did covers for Chet, John, Jerry Reed, Willie Nelson, George Hamilton IV, Dolly Parton, the Oak Ridge Boys and more.

COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME

Dylan, Cash & The Nashville Cats Exhibit

This exhibit is steeped in not just history of people or music, but of a movement. It profiles the history of a genre of music that produced songs that give everyone goosebumps because of the lyrics portraying the time…fear, anger, regret and an ignition of a way of living. Nashville became a part of this movement because of it’s roots in authentic storytelling music and talented musicians who were open to making new sounds. People of all geographic and musical inclinations would come here to make music and that sound was merged into different genre’s, making the sound both natural and intense. Offering stories, antidotes, musical instruments and costumes of some of our greatest musical heroes and with a touch of a finger, in one of sixteen listening booths, you are offered the unique ability to hear the sounds of the some of the most well known musicians of all time such as The Steve Miller Band, Neil Young, The Beatles, Joan Baez, Leonard Cohen and Gordon Lightfoot. The Nashville Cats were the studio musicians who to this day can be heard on many albums, some of them becoming frontliners themselves such as Charlie Daniels, Jerry Reed and Charlie McCoy. From New York, San Francisco, to Canada, music was morphing into hybrids of sounds never heard before. Johnston, Dylan’s producer in New York, was from Nashville. Johnston hired Charlie McCoy to play in the studio sessions and upon Johnston’s invitation, McCoy visited one of Dylan’s New York sessions. Dylan was so impressed with McCoy 96 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | August 2015

While Loudermilk, Atkins and Hamilton IV were his biggest supporters/friends, he also tells stories about riding around town in a jeep with Jerry Reed looking for photo opportunities and hanging with Willie, Waylon and the boys then later became the official photographer for “The Johnny Cash Show.” He’s worked for NASA as a research photographer, trained soldiers on how to document using cameras and from September 11-21, 2001 lead the National Guard Bureau Documentation Mission Team at Ground Zero, NYC. According to Jimmy, when you find your passion, work hard and do the right thing, success is inevitable. Look for his book by Simon & Schuster coming soon.

he had him play guitar on “Desolation Row”. Dylan came to Nashville where he recorded the great Blonde on Blonde. Johnny Cash was making a difference with his show being recorded at the Ryman Auditorium bringing in new talent from across the country and also rewarding those who followed Dylan here.

Cash and Dylan forged a friendship that would later inspire the recording of many duets, most well known being “Girl from the North Country” on Dylan’s Nashville Skyline album.

Photo by Rick Diamond Getty Images, Courtesy of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

MUSIC

ON CALL

Photo by Stefanne West

What do you do with a group of musicians who all work in the medical industry? Start a band, of course, and name it On Call! Notoriously someone’s pager would go off during practice, signifying one of them was on call that night and the name stuck. When orthopedic surgeon Dr. Dave West moved to Nashville about 8 years ago, he met Dr. Ralph LaNeve’s wife Carol who was an O.R. nurse at the surgery center and she introduced the two. The boys formed the band with Don Cason, Johnny Mills, Denis Goodwin and Dr. Vince Novak and look forward to playing together as often as possible. According to Dr. LaNeve, “Of course we’ve heard of the healing properties of music for our patients, but full disclosure….it’s healing for us too.” According to Dr. West, “We just want to play and hopefully impact someone in a positive way.” The guys all love playing live and feel what’s most exciting is to see someone in the crowd moved by the music. Each member of this band is a tenured professional at what they do. With “Type A” personalities they are “meticulous at emulating the original recordings and not taking much liberties. They trained hard to become the professionals they are in their “day jobs” and they lend the same approach to their music. Don Cason, not in medicine, has been a music executive, publishing stars like Keith Thomas and Amy Grant, and says, “We work at playing songs that are familiar to the audience, that they connect with but not the same thing that everyone else is playing.” Set lists include artists such as The Doobie Brothers, Steve Miller Band, The Eagles, The Commodores and more. All 6 band members reside in Williamson County and they can be found playing at their next performance at Puckett’s Franklin on August 28th.

YW MONTHLY | Williamson County Did You Know?

DID YOU KNOW? WEIRD AND WACKY HEALTH FACTS

There are up to

1000

An adult has fewer bones than a baby. We start off life with 350 bones, but because bones fuse together during growth, we end up with only 206 as adults.

different types of good bacteria living in our skin.They help with our skin cell turnover and immunity, and we leave remnants of them wherever we go.

For years, MAGGOTS and LEECHES have been used for medicinal purposes.

Despite the pharmacological and technological advances that have been made, nothing seems to match the way leeches can promote circulation and the ability maggots possess to remove dead cells from seriously infected wounds.

The small intestine is about four times as long as the average adult is tall. If it weren’t looped back and forth upon itself, its length of 18 to 23 feet wouldn’t fit into the abdominal cavity, making things rather messy.

The air from a human sneeze can travel at speeds of 100 miles per hour or more – another good reason to cover your nose and mouth when you sneeze – or duck when you hear one coming your way.