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“I wish you the best for the coming year and hopeyou have a life filled with love and laughter.”

December has always been a time of celebration,a time when Families gather to reflect on the past year and

make plans for the New Year. Family and MWR are offering a variety of activities throughout the month of December to provide opportunities tospend time together this holiday season. To help you and your Family maximize all ofthe available holiday cheer, we have provided an extensive list of events happeningon Fort Campbell, and in the surrounding communities. Be sure to check pages 3and 4 to fill your holiday calendar.

Family and MWR are committed to keeping you and your loved ones safethis holiday season by providing you tips on safe winter driving on page 18, holidaysafety tips for your pets on page 16, and general tips on how to keep your homesafe this season on page 6.

Military Families experience unique emotional stressors throughout the year,and the holiday season is no exception. On page 21, Juanita Harris highlights howbeing resilient can help you and your Family bounce back from adversity.

Don’t miss the 101st Band “Rendezvous Groove” holiday concerts: December 9th, 7 pm, Clarksville Public Library; December 16th, 7:30 pm, APSUMMC Conert Hall; December 17th, 7 pm, Alhambra Theater in Hopkinsville. They are all FREE!

Happy holidays and best wishes for 2011!

EditorLisa Taylor

ContributorsErin AndrewsJoseph BakerJuanita HarrisAndrea LatimoreCharlene MazurTess PetersonLeila SchoepkeMelissa Wells

PhotographyDeborah YoungTara GoodsonU.S. Army Family and MWR CommandTennessee Tourism Department

fotoliasteve Collender pg 6Gary cover

istock.comAivolie pg 16caracterdesign coverDStamatelos pg 6Tiffany Hinnen pg 3 & 4Jeff McDonald pg 16

PublisherCreative ink

Creative DirectorSears Hallett

AdvertisingDavid LoosCreative [email protected]

Disclaimers:Fort Campbell’s MWR Life Magazine is a monthly magazine produced by the Fort Campbell MWR Marketing Department under the authority of AR 215-1.Facilities and activities publicized are open to authorizedpatrons.

The purpose of Fort Campbell MWR Life is to providecurrent information about Fort Campbell MWR activitiesand events; to share ideas which will help readers become educated about Fort Campbell MWR activitiesand motivate them to take full advantage of these programs that contribute to our Fort Campbell Soldiersand Military Families’ better quality of life. Views andopinions expressed are those of the authors. The mention or appearance of commercial advertisers, commercial sponsors and/or their logos does not constitute endorsement by the Federal Government.

The information in this issue is current at the time of publication; activities and events are subject to change.

MWR Marketing is located at 5663 Screaming EagleBlvd, Fort Campbell, Kentucky. For more information, call 270-798-7535 or log on to www.fortcampbellmwr.com.24 hr. event line - 270-798-3172www.facebook.com/fortcampbellmwr

My Holiday Wishfor our Readers

• Gently tap evergreen shrubs branches to remove snow. This prevents the branches from breaking.

• Minimize traffic on a frozen lawn to reduce winter damage.• Use caution and do not over water indoor rubber plants. Signs of

overwatering include yellowing leaves with dead spots on the edges. Bottom drainage helps remove extra water.

• Wash house plants with large leaves and smooth foliage with a damp cloth to remove dust.

• A home weather station that includes a minimum/maximum thermometer, a rain gauge and a weather log is a good gift for a gardener.

• Drain the fuel tank of the lawn mower or tiller before putting the machine away for the winter.

• Clean and sharpen lawn and garden tools and store them in a dry storage area.

• Start planning next year's garden. • Check fruits, vegetables, corms and tubers that you have in storage. Sort

out any that show signs of disease and dispose of them.

Lisa Taylor, [email protected]


Fort Campbell

December 1 – 3: “Letters to Santa”The North Pole has set up a special relay station atMWR Public Relations to make it easier for Fort Campbell Families to communicate with Santa. To receive a response from Santa along with a specialtreat, send your child’s letter to P.O. Box 475, FortCampbell, KY 42223 or drop it off in the special box at Taylor Youth Center. Remember, Santa is verybusy this time of year, so send your requests in early! For more information, call (270) 798-7535.

December 4:“Brunch with Santa”Brunch with Santa will be at Dale Wayrynen Community Recreation Center starting at 10 a.m.,and costs $3 for ages 12 and under, and $5 foradults. The menu includes pizza, fruit, and a drink.There will be door prizes, games, coloring contests,and a special visit from Santa. Bring your camera tocapture the moment! Purchase tickets by 12 noonon December 3 to receive discount pricing. For more information, call (270) 798-7391.

December 4:“Outdoor Recreation Challenge Course OpenHouse & Holiday Event Drive”Get your heart pumping and help out the HolidayHouse at this great event. Cost is $8 per person forthe course and donations (gift for youth ages 9 to 17)will be accepted to benefit Military Families. Due tolack of storage space we ask that no large gifts bedonated (example bicycles). For more information, call (270) 412-7855.

December 7:“Division Tree Lighting Ceremony”Help ring in the holiday season as USAA and FortCampbell MWR light up theholiday Christmas tree atMcAuliffe Hall located at2700 Indiana Blvd. The holiday festivities kick off withthe 101st Airborne

Division Band at 4:45 p.m. Of course no holiday celebration would be complete without a visit fromthe North Pole’s most famous resident. Have youbeen naughty or nice? For more information, call(270) 798-7535.

December 11:“Magic at Fort Campbell”Come join us at the Family Resource Center from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. A free event for all Military Familieswith food, prizes, entertainment and a special visitfrom Santa! This event is hosted by Hopkinsville Military Affairs Committee. For more information,call (270) 885-9096.

December 12, 18 & 19:“Santa Calls”Santa will be making specialcalls to all of those good littleboys and girls from 2 p.m.until 6 p.m. on December 12and18. On December 19Santa calls will be made 1p.m. until 3 p.m. Requestsfor calls will be taken startingon December 1. To requesta call from Santa or for more information, call (270) 798-7391.

December 16:“Children’s Christmas Parties”Enjoy Christmas parties at R.F. Sink Memorial Libraryat 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. in conjunction with story

time. A Christmas themed craft will be provided. For more information, call(270) 798-5729.

December 21:“Outdoor Recreation Challenge CourseWinter Social”Come sit by the fireplace and enjoy dinner and drinks as we watch a fewtimeless classics on the big screen at Waholi Pavilion at 6 p.m. Do not forgetyour favorite camp chair to take a breakand enjoy the outdoors by the campfirewith a cup of hot chocolate.

For more information, call (270) 412-7855.

December 25:“D.W. Recreation Center OPEN Christmas Day”There will be a variety of treats available from 11 a.m.to 8 p.m. For more information, call (270) 798-7391.

December 26:“White Elephant Bingo”Come play White Elephant Bingo at D.W. RecreationCenter. All ages are welcome. Participants 18 and under must be accompanied by aparent at all times. For more in-formation, call (270) 798-7391.

Christian County

December 4:“Christmas Parade”Enjoy this annual holiday eventas festive floats kick off the holiday season in style. Getinto the holiday spirit in Hopkinsville! The parade startsat 3 p.m. in downtown

Hopkinsville. For informationor to enter the parade, contact the Recreation Department at (270) 887-4290 or 1-800-909-9016.

December 4:“Christmas Tree Lighting”Join us as we enjoy live performances of holiday music amidst the decorations andlights at 9th & Bethel Street in Hopkinsville’sLittle River Park. For more information, call Division of Parks and Recreation at (270) 887-4290.

December 5: “Holiday Home Tour”The Annual Christmas Tour of Homes will be held onDecember 5 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. The tour ofhomes will be in the Novadell subdivision this year.For more information about the tour or homes, callthe Pennyroyal Arts Council at (270) 887-4295.

December 11:“Polar Express”Experience a magical afternoon of Christmas fun.Join Santa and Mrs. Claus on Saturday, December11 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. downtown at the L & NDepot. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be reading thebook “Polar Express”. Christmas activities will takeplace along E. 9th Street. There will be carriage ridesand mini train rides for the children. Hot chocolateand other refreshments will be available. Free fun for the whole Family. For more information call (270) 887-4270.


December 14:“Santa Visits the Park”When Santa visits our park, he spreads holidaycheer everywhere. Come and enjoy the festivities at Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park. 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.FREE pictures with Santa in the Lodge Lobby! For more information call 1-800-325-1711.

December 15:“Christmas Benefit Concert”The Story of Christmas, “Stars and Promises”

concert with Peter Mayer group andHopkinsville’s very talented violinistMaggie Estes. The concert will beheld at 7 p.m. at the AlhambraTheatre located at 507 South MainStreet, Hopkinsville, KY. For moreinformation and tickets, call (270)887-4295.

December 18:“Bravard Winery Holiday OpenHouse”Sample warm, spiced wine and complimentary tastings of Bravardwines including the new release of

“Chancellor” Wine. There will be prize drawingsthroughout the day with a gift basket give-away atthe end of the day. For more information, call (270) 269-2583.

Clarksville

November 23, 2010 – January 3, 2011:“Christmas on the Cumberland”McGregor Park Riverwalk will once again come alivewith the Christmas spirit for the 12th annual Christmas on the Cumberland. Come experienceover 1 million twinkling lights, beautiful Christmastrees, visits from Santa and several other sights andsounds of the Christmas season right here inClarksville. This free event is open to the publicnightly from 5 p.m. until 10 p.m.and 5 p.m. until 11 p.m. onFridays and Saturdays. Formore information, call (931) 645-7444.

December 3: “Christmas on the Cumberland, Visit with Santa Claus”Visit Jolly old Saint Nick from 6p.m. until 8 p.m. at McGregorPark Riverwalk. For more information, call (931) 645-7444.

December 10 & 11: “Christmas on the Cumberland featuring localdance academies”Come watch local dance academies put on a show 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at McGregor Park Riverwalk. For more information, call (931) 645-7444.

December 17 &18: “Christmas on the Cumberland, Choirs & Carolersand Visit with Santa”Enjoy the melodies of Christmas at McGregor ParkRiverwalk from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. as you listen tocarolers sing your favorite Christmas tunes. If youmissed Santa’s visit on December 3, here’s anotherchance to see the big guy! For more information,call (931) 645-7444.

December 4:“Downtown for the Holidays”Join us in downtown Clarksville for the 4th annualDowntown for the Holidays celebration. Familyfriendly events will be offered starting with the 3rdannual Jingle Bell Jog at 3 p.m. with festivities following at 4 p.m. and ending with the AnnualChristmas parade at 5pm. For more information,call (931) 645-7444.

December 4: “Downtown for the Holidays Christmas CookieBake Off”Prepare your favorite Christmas time goodies for achance to win a special prize. This event will be heldat 100 Strawberry Alley at 5 p.m. Entry fee is twodozen cookies that will be donated to local Familiesin need. Top three winners will receive prizes! For more information, call (931) 645-7444.

December 4:“Clarksville Christmas Parade”Join in the celebration at the 51st Annual ClarksvilleChristmas Parade at 5 p.m. Do not miss the spectacle of the glittering floats lit with twinkling

lights as they pass by in honorof the holiday season. For more information, call(931) 645-7444.

December 4:“Christmas Choral Concert,Hanging of the Greens Holiday Dinner & Show”Join the APSU-Clarksvillecommunity at the Hangingof the Greens Holiday Dinner and Show. This formal evening rings in theChristmas season withsounds, flavors, and festiveness with friends and

the APSU choral ensembles. The choirs and brass ensemble will feature Christmas standards, contemporary music of Eric Whitacre, and muchmore. Event will take place at the Morgan UniversityCenter Ballroom at 7:30 p.m. For more information,call (931) 221-7818.

December 5:“The Austin Peay Symphony Orchestra HolidayConcert”The APSU Symphony Orchestra invites you to celebrate the holidays with the 2nd Annual Vienna inClarksville Concert featuring the music of the Straussfamily in waltzes, overtures, and novelty pieces.Concert will take place at the Concert Hall at 4 p.m. For more information, call (931) 221-7818.

December 14:“VocalEase”VocalEase will bring you the lighter side of Christmaswith popular favorites in a pop-jazz vocal style. Concert will take place at the APSU Concert Hall at 7:30 p.m. For more information, call (931) 221-7818.


Holiday Lighting Safety TipsHoliday lights and other decorative lighting withline voltage were involved in an estimated average of 170 home structure fires per year inthis same period. These fires caused an average of seven civilian deaths, 17 civilian injuries, and $7.9 million in direct propertydamage per year. (Hall & Ahrens, 2009)

• Carefully inspect each electrical decoration.Cracked or frayed sockets, loose or bare wires,and loose connections may cause a seriousshock or start a fire.• Always unplug electrical decorations beforereplacing bulbs or fuses.• Follow the use and care instructions that accompany electrical decorations.• Never nail or staple light strings or extension cords.• Do not mount or support light strings in a way that might damage the cord’s insulation.

• When hanging decorations, do not connectmore than three light strings together.• Turn off all electrical decorations before leaving home or going to bed.

• To reduce the chance of an electric shock, use a wooden ladder when hanging lights.• Use caution when decorating near power lines.• Plug outdoor electric lights and decorationsinto circuits protected by ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) to prevent electric shock.• Never use electric lights on a metallic tree,which can become charged with electricity from faulty lights.• Avoid overloading electrical outlets, whichcan overheat and start a fire.• Protect all outdoor extension cords and lightstrings against weather conditions.

• Use lights that are approved for safe use by an independent testing laboratory, such as Underwriters Laboratories (UL).

• Never leave a stove unattended. Unattendedcooking is the leading cause of home fires in theUnited States.• Know the location of your fire extinguisher,and how to use it.• Choose holiday decorations made with noncombustible materials.• Before using any electrical decorations outdoors, make sure the product is approvedfor outdoor use.• Never allow children or pets to play with electrical decorations. Even small lights can produce a deadly electric shock if misused.

Fresh Cut Christmas Tree Safety TipsIn 2003-2007, U.S. fire departments responded to an estimated average of 250home structure fires that began with Christmas trees, including an average of 60per year with confined incident types.Christmas tree fires caused an average of 14civilian deaths, 26 civilian injuries, and $13.8million in direct property damage per year. (Hall & Ahrens, 2009)

• Displaying trees in water in atraditional reservoir type standis the most effective way ofmaintaining their freshness and minimizing needle loss problems.• Make a fresh cut to remove a¼” to 1” thick disk of woodfrom the base of the trunk before putting the tree in the stand.

• Don’t cut the trunk at an angle, or into a v-shape, which makes it far more difficult tohold the tree in the stand and also reducesthe amount of water available to the tree.• Once home, place the tree in water assoon as possible. Don’t bruise the cut surface or get it dirty.• If needed, trees can be temporarily stored

for several days in a coollocation. Place the freshlycut trunk in a bucket thatis kept full of water.• To display the trees indoors, use a stand withan adequate water holding capacity for thetree. As a general rule,stands should provide 1 quart of water per inchof stem diameter.

• Use a stand that fits your tree. Avoid whittling the sides of the trunk down to fit a stand. • Keep displayed trees away from sources of heat. • Check the stand daily to make sure thatthe level of water does not go below thebase of the tree. • Drilling a hole in the base of the trunkDOES NOT improve water uptake.• Use of lights that produce low heat, suchas miniature lights; will reduce drying of the tree.• After Christmas or if the tree is dry, remove it from the house.

For additional information on Holiday SafetyTips please contact the Fort Campbell FireDepartment at: 798-7171/7172.Works CitedHall, J. R., & Ahrens, M. (2009). Home ChristmasTree and Holiday Light Fires. Quincy,MA: National Fire Protection Association.

T he holidays are a joyous time of year, with decorations ranging from simple strands of lights to elaborateoutdoor displays. Whether entertaining guests, decorating the home, or shopping for gifts, it is easy to getcaught up in the holiday season. During this time, people are often at increased risk of becoming the victim

of a fire or electrical accident.

By Joseph Baker,Fort Campbell Fire Department

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By Charlene Mazur

“A Country Christmas 2010”:Gaylord Opryland Hotel in Nashville has transformed into a magical winter wonderland,with over a million lights and decorations and thebest in holiday entertainment for all to enjoy. Witness performances of the Radio City RockettesChristmas Show, ICE! Featuring “Santa Claus isComin’ to Town”, and Louise Mandrell‘s “The Gift”Christmas dinner show. New in 2010 SNOW! Allkindred spirits are invited to join in the blizzard ofactivities from igloo building to snowball throwing,snow maze, snowman building and so much more.It is truly a winter wonderland made of real snow!You can even have breakfast with a young KrisKringle, now that would be a treat! The frosty

festivities in the Ryman Auditorium are the Hall of Trees which showcases beautifully decorated trees to raise money for various charities. “Treasures

for the Holidays Craft Show” has

numerous vendors offering manycrafts and unique gifts from allover the world. Admission is required for both. There will alsobe photos with Santa, a HolidayKids’ Train and an outdoor Nativity scene. “A Country Christmas on the Cumberland”aboard The General Jackson ®

Showboat is offering a one-of-a-kind holiday experience.Tickets can be purchased at MWR Leisure Travel Services.

A Season of CelebrationCheekwood Botanical Garden and Museum of Art:November 26, 2010 - January 2, 2011Take pleasure in the sights and sounds of the holiday season with Cheekwood as they celebratetheir 50th anniversary as a part of their annual holiday merriment. Enjoy artfully embellished treesrepresenting the many sides of Cheekwood, fromart and gardens to music and education. Each specially designed tree will bring a different side ofCheekwood to life. Cheekwood is enchanting, entertaining and educational all year round—celebrate with us!

“A Victorian Christmas with the JacksonFamily-1883”:November 6, 2010 - December 31, 2010Travel back in time at the Belle Meade Plantation.As you tour the lavishly decorated Victorian mansion you will become a guest of William andAnnie Jackson and relish in thecelebration of the holiday season.Admission is required.

“A Christmas Story”Tennessee Performing Arts Center (In the Andrew Johnson Theatre):November 20, 2010 – December 18, 2010All the elements from the belovedmotion picture are here, including the Family's temperamental exploding furnace. This irresistiblepiece of Americana is guaranteed to warm theheart and tickle the funny bone. More holidayshows are listed on their website and our Holiday Newsletter.

“The Nutcracker”Nashville Ballet presents (In the Andrew Johnson Theatre):December 10, 2010 – December 19, 2010 This ballet tradition is the perfect way to kick offthe holiday season. NashvilleBallet brings to life the classic tale of Clara and her

magical Nutcracker doll that comes to life has acharming Tennessee Centennial setting.Tchaikovsky's classic score, performed live by The Nashville Symphony, sets the mood for an unforgettable family holiday tradition!

“Enchanted Garden of Lights” and “Deck the Falls”Rock City on Lookout Mountain, Chattanooga, TN:November 19, 2010 - January 1, 2011: 6pm-9pm (Closed on Christmas Eve)A holiday tradition in its 16th year, featuring theNorth Pole Adventure, where Families and friendscome together to create shared memories duringthe holiday season.

“Smoky Mountain Holiday Celebrations”Dixie Style:Pigeon Forge, TNExperience Christmas at Dixie Stampede and fall inlove with the fun and excitement of the grand performances during this spectacular extravaganza!Nothing compares to the Great Smoky Mountains

for the holidays as the snow-capped mountains create a winter setting youwill not find anywhere else.

MWR Leisure Travel Servicesoffers great prices for localholiday attractions and ourwebsite is bursting withwonderful events to fit

anyone’s budget. We hope you will find a treasurethat will fill your heart with the magic of the holiday season.

“Warmest Holiday Wishes to all of our Fort Campbell Families”-MWR Leisure Travel Services

T he hustle and bustle of the2010 Holiday Season is uponus. Take a minute to fuel your

holiday spirit with festivities and fun this season! I guarantee you will

be able to find something to enjoy with your Family. We

have found many exciting activities to pass on to our Fort Campbell Families and Community, this article offers some of the top annual

holiday celebrations and a few that are new to 2010.


Every holiday brings unique charm and new memories to treasure, but the end-of-year holiday season is surely the sweetest. Family and friendsoften await these festivities with great enthusiasm as they have been waiting all year for the chance to come together, unwind, share unforgettable moments, laugh and enjoy delicious homemade food. The holiday presents are awesome too, but what makes the celebrations particularly jolly are thosedelectable sweet treats prepared with love. For this holiday season, Chef Bob’s easy and creative desert recipes will be a perfect way to unite and involvethe entire Family in a fun activity that will leave everyone’s mouth watering in anticipation. Whether you invite Family and friends to join the party and helpyou prepare these delicious morsels or plan to make these sweet treats for gifts, you will definitely spread holiday cheer with Chef Bob’s wonderful recipes. Here are a variety of recipes for sweet holiday goodies that will delight a number of different taste buds and have many people talking, if not drooling.

Peanut Butter Pudding Dessert

1 cup all-purpose flour • 1/2 cup cold butter (cubed)

1 1/2 cups chopped cashews (divided)

1 (8 ounces) package cream cheese (softened)

1/3 cup creamy peanut butter • 1 cup confectioners’ sugar

1 (12 ounces) carton frozen whipped topping

(thawed and divided)

2 2/3 cups cold milk

1 (3.9 ounces) package instant chocolate pudding mix

1 (3.4 ounces) package instant vanilla pudding mix

1 (1.55 ounces) milk chocolate candy bar (coarsely chopped)

Place flour and butter in a food processor; cover and process until mixture resembles coarse

crumbs. Add 1 cup cashews; pulse a few times until combined. Press the mixture into a

greased 13-in. x 9-in.x 2-in. baking dish. Bake at 350 degrees for 25-28 minutes or

until golden brown. Cool completely on a wire rack. In a small mixing bowl, beat the

cream cheese, peanut butter and confectioners’ sugar until smooth. Fold in 1 cup whipped

topping. Spoon over crust. In another bowl, combine both pudding mixes with the milk and

whisk for 2 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set. Spread over cream

cheese layer. Top with remaining whipped topping. Sprinkle with chopped candy bar and

remaining cashews. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Yields: 12-16 servings.

Pecan Caramels

1 tablespoon butter (softened) • 1 cup sugar • 1 cup light corn syrup

2 cups heavy whipping cream (divided)

1 (14 ounces) can sweetened condensed milk

2 cups chopped pecans • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Line a 13-in x 9-in x 2-in pan with foil; grease the foil

with butter. Set aside. In a large heavy saucepan,

combine the sugar, corn syrup and 1 cup cream. Bring to

a boil over medium heat. Cook and stir until smooth and

blended, about 10 minutes. Stir in milk and remaining

cream. Bring to a boil over medium-low heat, stirring

constantly. Cook and stir until a candy thermometer reads

238 degrees (soft-ball stage), about 25 minutes. Remove

from the heat; stir in pecans and vanilla. Pour into prepared pan (do not scrap saucepan).

Cool. Using foil, lift candy out of pan; cut into 1-in. squares.

Wrap individually in waxed paper Yield; about 2 1/2 pounds.

Chocolate Hazelnut Truffles

3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar

2 tablespoons baking cocoa

4 milk chocolate candy bars (1.55 ounces each)

6 tablespoons butter • 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream 24

whole hazelnuts • 1 cup ground hazelnuts (toasted)

In a large bowl, sift together confectioners’ sugar and cocoa;

set aside. In a saucepan, melt candy bars and butter. Add

the cream and reserved cocoa mixture. Cook over medium-low

heat stirring constantly until mixture is thickened and smooth.

Pour into an 8-in square dish. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Using a melon baller or

spoon, shape candy into 1 inch balls; press a hazelnut into each. Reshape balls and roll

in ground hazelnuts. Store truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Yields: 2 dozen

Triple-Nut Candy

1 cup walnut halves • 1 cup pecan halves • 1 cup Brazil nut halves

1 teaspoon butter • 1 1/2 cups sugar

1 cup heavy whipping cream • 1/2 cup light corn syrup

Place the walnuts, pecans, and Brazil nuts in a single layer

on a baking sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for

4-8 minutes or until toasted and golden brown, stirring once.

Cool on a wire rack. Line an 8 inch square pan with foil;

grease the foil with butter and set aside. In a heavy

saucepan, combine sugar, cream and corn syrup. Bring to a

boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Stir in toasted nuts. Cook, without stirring,

until a candy thermometer reads 238 degrees (soft-ball stage). Remove from heat. Stir

with a wooden spoon until creamy and thickened. Quickly spread into prepared pan; cool.

Cover; refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Using foil, lift candy out of pan; discard foil.

Cut candy into squares. Store candy in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Yields: 2 pounds

Praline Chocolate Dessert

2 cups cream-filled chocolate sandwich cookie crumbs

1/2 cup butter (melted) 1 cup chopped pecans

Praline:

1 1/2 cups butter (cubed) • 1 cup brown sugar (packed)v

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Filling:

2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese (softened)

1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar • 1/3 cup brown sugar (packed)

Ganache:

1 cup (6 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips • 1/2 cup heavy

whipping cream

Pecan halves

In a small bowl, combine cookie crumbs and butter. Press onto the bottom of a greased 9

inch springform pan. Place on a baking sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes.

Cool on a wire rack. Sprinkle with pecans. In a large saucepan over medium heat, bring

butter and brown sugar to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for

10 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. Pour over pecans. Refrigerate for 1-2

hours or until set. In a large mixing bowl, beat filling ingredients until smooth. Spread

over praline layer. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours or until set. For ganache: in a microwave-

safe bowl, melt chocolate chips with cream; stir until smooth. Cool slightly; spread over

filling. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours or until set. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan

to loosen; remove sides of pan. Garnish with pecan halves. Refrigerate leftovers. Yields:

14-16 servings

By Leila Schoepke

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However, did you know that many holiday decorations and even guests can harm your pets?Items such as Christmas trees, gifts, mistletoe,holly, tinsel, ribbon, and friends and Family canpose potential hazards for your pets. You canminimize your stress this season and protect yourpet with a little advanced planning.

Real trees and artificialtrees can both be hazardous foryour pet. Whether it is the toiletbowl or the Christmastree stand, to your pet,there is something enticing about a novelsource of water. Unfortunately, most realtrees require chemicalsto keep them freshlonger, or have beentreated with fire retardants. This canpoison your pet so be

sure to read labels and choose pet-friendly products. Signs of possible ingestion includenausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

Tinsel and other ornaments are particularly interesting to pets and can make attractive chew toys but it can cause serious injury. Although the sight of your cat pawing atthe tree may be cute, ingestion of tinsel can bedeadly. Tinsel can get stuck in the intestines,causing the intestines to bunch up. Continued intestinal movement can cause the tinsel to saw

through the intestinal wall, often withfatal results. A pet that ingests tinsel becomes ill quickly withvomiting, diarrhea, belly pain, and possible fever. Surgery may

tbe the only option to correctthis problem.

Parties and Family gathering are perfect times foryour pet to sneak inappropriatetreats. Party guests may shareholiday foods with your pet resulting in nausea, vomiting,diarrhea, or worse. To avoidthis issue, consider confining

your pet prior to entertaining guests, or have special home-made pet safe treats ready for guests to provide your pet. Specific holiday foods to bewatchful of are any sources of chocolate, coffee, alcohol, avocados, macadamia nuts, fatty food,moldy or spoiled food, onions, raisins, grapes,salt, yeast dough, garlic, and artificially sweetened products. Some pets relish any attention received, while others just want to beleft alone. If your pet does not like big groups,be sure to provide a quiet space away from all thehustle and bustle. Holiday plants and potpourrican be hazardous as well. Poinsettias, if ingested, can result in mouth irritation, salivationand mild diarrhea. The effects of potpourri canrange from mild stomach upset to full-blownliver or kidney failure. Mistletoe is very toxic- seek veterinary care immediately if ingested.

No matter where you plan on spending your holiday season, remember “safety first”--pets included!

There is no doubtthat December is one of thebusiest months for holidayshopping. In fact, the averageFamily spends over $1500 in gift purchases thatare not the least bit personal and end up regretting the purchase afterwards. It is easy toget caught up in spending a fortune for the mostcommercialized products, when for a little extratime and creativity you can give gifts that arefrom the heart and will not leave you penniless.Save money this year, and check out these easyto make gifts with Guenette Arts & Crafts Center.

Hand Decorated CeramicsCeramics are inexpensive, lots of fun to createand make great gifts. At theGuenette Arts & Crafts Center, you can choosefrom over 4,000 molds.Using ceramic paint you can hand decorate or stencil your craft to add apersonal touch.

Personalized Photo AlbumCreating a collection of photos makes a greatgift, especially for friends and Family you do notsee often. Photo albums can be purchased atvery reasonable price or can be cut and madewith a few pieces of rag board. By adding fabricand stenciling the recipient’s initials on the front,you can add a unique flair to your gift.

Iris Folding Holiday CardsAnother great do-it-yourself idea is to make yourown holiday cards to distribute. Guenette Arts &

Crafts has a craft technique called Iris folding, used to create fascinating cards.Iris folding is a process where folded stripsof colored paper are taped into place over apattern, creating a spiraling design that resembles the iris of an eye. This is anextraordinary way to make cards for theholidays. You can personalize each card andchoose a pattern special to the receiver.

Cookies in a JarCookies in a jar is a fun and charming way toshare your favorite cookie recipes. You simplylayer all the dry ingredients in a clear mason jarfor an attractive presentation. Decorate the jarwith ribbon and fabric and attach the recipe witha bit of string. This is an excellent gift for anyonewith a sweet tooth.

A gift brings a smile to everyone’s face,especially when handmade with love. It will becherished by the receiver and your efforts will bepraised. Keep yourself from going bankrupt andthink outside box this holiday season. For moreinformation on how you can make these gifts andother crafts, visit the Guenette Arts & Crafts Center located on 89 Screaming Eagle Blvd. orcall (270) 798-6693/3625.

Happy Holidays!

By Erin Andrews


C hristmas is a time of joy andcelebration and many Familieslike to include their pets.

By Andrea Latimore


With all of planning that comes along withpreparing for the holidays, it is easy to forget to make sure your vehicle is ready forwinter. Advance preparation can help prevent many of the accidents we see happening around this time of year. Whentraveling this holiday season use extra caution. Here are some helpful hints to helpeveryone stay safe while travel this season.

Vehicle readiness is imperative.There are so many things that can be prevented when it comes to vehicle mishaps.To start with, do not put off scheduled maintenance. That point cannot be stressedenough. While maintaining you car, mechanics may find other little problems thatcould lead to potential disaster. It is always agood idea to stay on top of things with scheduled maintenance.

As for your engine, there areplenty of safety issues to be addressed. Be mindful of your coolant level; flush thesystem and replace coolant if needed.Check your battery; clean the batteryterminal ends and add water ifneeded. If the battery is more thanfour and a half years old, consider replacing it. Check the heater and defroster to make sure both are ingood working condition. It is generallya good idea to keep your gas tank atleast half full; you never know if youmight get stranded! A mostly full tank will help you get to where youneed to be.

When was the last time youchecked your tire pressure? Air contracts when it is cold, which causes

tire pressure to lower when temperaturesdrop. If you have a spare, make sure it hasair and keep proper tire-changing equipment in your car. Windshield wipersare another huge part of winter drivingsafety. Generally, if your wipers leavestreaks on the windshield when it is raining,they need to be replaced. Check your headlights. If one seems dim, replace it now rather than waiting forit to go out.

Deer and other animals canpose a potential threat during wintermonths. When driving on rural roads,pay extra attention to your surroundings especially at dawn anddusk. Nationwide, more than500,000 collisions occur betweendear and automobiles each year.Damage from deer and car collisionsaverage $2,000 per incident. Thebest piece of advice is to slow down.Be aware of your surroundings anddrive at a reasonable speed.

If travel is in your holidayplans, be sure your car is ready, too. Checkthe weather forecast before you start travelling and pack an emergency kit.Should your vehicle breakdown, having roadflares and warning triangles with you willallow you to alert oncoming motorists. Keep an extra blanket, set of clothes, and

boots in your car in case you become stranded. Even having snacks and bottledwater is a smart idea. A map of your travelroute is a good tool to have on hand just incase your GPS stops working. Keep a firstaid kit in your vehicle for any accidents thatmight occur. As always, do not drive underthe influence of drugs or alcohol, and

if you are tired, stop and rest.As drivers, we must all be attentive

to winter driving safety. If you find that perhaps you are on top of your vehicle’ssafety, you might check with your friend tomake sure their vehicle is winter ready aswell. When you are driving on the road

this holiday season, be sure to stay focused.

To get your vehicle readyfor the winter season, you can callthe Family and Morale, Welfare andRecreation Air Assault Auto CraftShop at (270) 798-5612. They canassist with maintaining your vehiclethroughout the year. If you have anyquestions about winter safety, callthe Fort Campbell Safety Office at (270) 798-7433.

Have a happy holiday and safe travels!

A ccording to the NationalHighway Traffic Safety Administration,

approximately 4,020 people in theUnited States die from car accidentsbetween Thanksgiving and NewYears Day each year.

By Tess Peterson


They have lost their fall color and now the branchesare bare in the stark winter light. At first glance, itwould be hard to know what these trees representor the tragic story behind their planting. If you lookclosely, at the base of each tree is a brick inscribedwith the name of a Soldier who lost their life in theworst military air disaster during peace time. Thisyear marks the 25th Anniversary of the GanderCrash. 248 Strike Brigade Soldiers and 8 crewmembers lost their lives when the plane they weretraveling in crashed just after take-offfrom Gander, Newfoundland. The Soldiers were returning from a six-month peacekeeping mission inSinai with the Multinational Forceand Observers.

December 12, 1985should have been a joyous day formany Families on Fort Campbell asthey prepared for the holidays andlooked forward to their Soldiers coming home. According to workersat the Gander Airport, the Soldierswere in high spirits, enjoying Christmas music and buying gifts fortheir Families while they waited forthe plane to refuel. The Soldiersfrom the 3rd Battalion, 502nd Infantry were returning from a peacekeeping mission in Sinai;

a six month deploymentstaffing observation postsand checkpoints to enforceCamp David Peace Treaty accords against Egyptian or Israeli military use of the region.

At Fort Campbell,over 200 people were gathered in a large gymnasium for a welcomehome ceremony to celebratethe battalions return. Families and friends assembled, anxiously awaiting the flight, lookingforward to spending the

holidays with their husbands, fathers, mothers,sisters, brothers, daughters and sons. Instead, they were met with tragic news that theplane had gone down soon after takeoff in Gander,with no survivors. At 9 a.m. Brigade CommanderJohn P. Herrling quietly verified the news. It was adark day for the 101st, our Eagles had fallen.

It is important to mark this date and remember these Soldiers who lost their lives as wellas their Families who experienced such profoundloss and grief. As you drive past the Gander Memorial take a close look at how they changethroughout the seasons and remember the Soldiers that they represent. The Don F. Pratt Museum on Fort Campbell has a large memorialdisplay regarding the crash and the Soldiers who

perished that day. Hopkinsville, Kentucky, alsohas a memorial established to honor the members of the101st Airborne who died inthe plane crash in Gander.The Hopkinsville MemorialPark is located on Fort Campbell Blvd near EdwardT. Breathitt/Pennyrile Parkwayand is sponsored by The Garden Club of Kentucky, in cooperation with KentuckyTransportation Cabinet, Hopkinsville City Council andFort Campbell Memorial ParkCommittee. There is a tree

planted for each Soldier, and their names are inscribed on the plaques in front of the statue.

An excerpt from the poem “Final Flight”, displayed at Gander International Airport, embodies the emotion of Family and friends left behind.

A grove of 248 Canadian Mapletrees stand as quiet sentinelsoverlooking the Gander

Memorial between Screaming Eagle and Normandy Boulevards.

By Melissa Wells

Memorial services will be held to recognizethe 25th anniversary of the Gander tragedy.

Fort Campbell Gander MemorialDecember 12, 2010, 1 p.m.

Hopkinsville Gander Memorial ParkDecember 12, 2010, 3:00 p.m.

There will be a reception for the Families immediately after at the Bruce Convention Center.

Please RSVP to Kelli Pendleton at (270) 885-9096 or

[email protected]

Services will also be held in Gander, Newfoundland and in the Sinai.


In contrast, if you lack resilience youtend to dwell on problems, feel victimized,become overwhelmed and turn to unhealthy coping mechanisms, such as substance abuse and high risk behaviors.Additionally, you may even be more inclined to develop mental health problems.

Resilience will not make yourproblems disappear, however resilience cangive you the ability to see past your problems, find enjoyment in life and handle stressbetter. Resilience is the ability to roll with thepunches. When you encounter stress, adversity,trauma or tragedy, resilience enables you to keepfunctioning, both psychologically and physically.

In 2008, both of my parents died withinthree months of one another. I loved both of myparents, but I was a mama’s girl all the way. Although I am in my 40’s, I felt orphaned. It was avery difficult time for me. I would walk into a roomand start to cry because I miss my mother so immensely. I did not know that losing my motherwould be this painful. At my mother’s funeral I said, “My mother lives in me, my sister, mybrothers, her grandchildren and great grandchildren, her body is no longer here, but her spirit is very much alive.” My mother was avery practical woman. Starting from the time I was11 years old, she talked to me about death andtold me that from the moment we are born, thedeath process begins; we do not know when,where or how, but it is coming. Rememberingthose words helped me put my parents’ death inperspective. I got up and went to work, took careof my children and I continued to live and function.I reached out to those people who love me and allowed them to care for me.

As tragic as my story is, I chose to shareit with you because death, loss, challenges, andstress are all part of life and reality. I want to beclear, resilience is not about toughing it out or

living by old clichés, such as “grin and bear it.” It does not mean you ignore your feelings. Whenadversity strikes, you still experience anger, griefand pain, but you are able to go on with dailytasks, remain generally optimistic and go on withyour life. Being resilient also does not mean beingstoic or going it alone. In fact, being able to reachout to others for support is a key component ofbeing resilient.

If you are not as resilient as you would like to be, you can develop skills to

become more resilient. The Army CommunityService Master Resilience Trainers are here to help you build or increase your ability to be more resilient by teaching you the resiliency competencies: self-awareness, self- regulation, optimism, mentalagility, strength of character, and connection.

You will learn that yourthinking style drives your emotionsand your reactions. Does your thinking style lead you to jump to

conclusions, engage in mind reading, or placeblame on others or yourself? You can learn toavoid these thinking traps that are not conduciveto problem solving by learning to accurately identify what caused a problem and identify solution strategies. By learning to avoid thinkingtraps you will be able to connect to others andbuild healthy, helpful relationships.

Active Constructive Responding (ACR)teaches you to respond to others with authentic,active and constructive interest to build strong

r elationships. You will learn to identifyyour strengths and the strengths ofothers to help you build on the best of yourself and the best of others toimprove teamwork and overcomechallenges. You will learn the IDEALmodel in order to communicate assertively so that you can communicate clearly and with

respect, especially during a conflict or a challenge.

You will learn these skills and others onthe road to becoming a better you!

W hen something goes wrong,do you tend to bounce backor fall apart? When you have

resilience, you harness inner strengths and rebound more quickly from setbacksor challenges, whether it is reintegration,deployment, illness, disaster or thedeath of a loved one.

By Juanita HarrisACS Master Resilience Trainer

For more information contact:Juanita Harris: (270) 798-0263 or [email protected] Alex Krohn: (270) 798-2063 or [email protected] Jayme Stalder: (270) 798-5518 or [email protected] Jacqueline Marsh: (270) 412-6004 or [email protected]

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