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Community Character

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Publisher's Letter

Ask the ExpertReal Estate

top 10 reaSonS to LiSt your home during the hoLidayS

Community News26th annuaL hoLiday gift

invitationaL

Community NewsartfuL traveLerS to See

tranS-Siberian orcheStra

Community NewsWood turning

demonStration at captain graham houSe

Cover StoryfirSt caLL cLeaning &

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BUSINESS NEWStriad foot center

WeLcomeS neW diabetic Wound care & Limb SaLvage

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Restaurant Reviewumami - a deLiciouS taSte

Seasonal FeatureitS a chicken, itS a duck, itS a

turkey ... it'S a turducken??

Ask the ExpertChiropractic Care

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Feature Storymy brother

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Melody McBridePublisher

Welcome, readers, to our fifth issue. As the leaves fade from brilliant reds and yellows to brown, and gather in crunchy piles under foot, we find ourselves contemplating the things we are grateful for.

This time of year brings us many things for which to offer our thanks. November 11 is Veterans’ Day, formerly known as Armistice Day. Walter Boyd writes about the 95th anniversary of the end of the First World War, and what was happening here in Burlington during that war.

The Alamance County Service League’s annual Holly Days Bazaar is right around the corner. This event raises money to assist local folks here in Alamance County, and it provides a great way to support our community, and complete some holiday shopping at the same time.

Our Community Character this issue, is Steve Lynch. Steve has lived quite an interesting life, and has helped many people along his path. He is truly quite a distinguished character.

Be sure to check out our restaurant review. We dined at Umami Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar. I had no idea there were so many visually attractive sushi selections, not to mention sparkling and flavored sake! Dinner that night was definitely a delight for the senses.

Our Zen Chick article in this issue talks about making sure to let the people who are important to you, know that you are grateful for their presence in your life.

On a very personal note, I ask that you please read the article about my brother, Chris, and his wife, Debbie. They received recent news that she has stage three breast cancer, and requires a mastectomy as well as chemo and radiation. I humbly ask for your prayers during what is a very frightening time for my family. Your kind support is greatly appreciated.

Thank you all so much for your continued support of the magazine. You, our readers, make it possible to keep on growing, and sharing positive, local stories. We want to get you involved in a contest!

Christmas is right around the bend. One of my favorite things to do after Thanksgiving, is to ride around, and see all of the many ways folks decorate outside for the holidays. My favorite yards are the ones with the most stuff. I love to see yards full of all kinds of lights, icecicles, animated scenes, inflatables, and even music! Perhaps it is the kid in me that these displays call out to, but they are just so much fun to see.

If you would like to participate in our contest, please take a photo of your house and yard, preferably as the sky is getting dark. Make sure the photo shows off all of your decorating efforts; and remember, the more fun stuff in your yard, the better! The photo must be of your own yard – no using a picture of your neighbor’s awesome display! Email the photo, with your name, address and telephone number to [email protected]. Participants must reside in Alamance County. Entries must be received no later than midnight on December 31 to be considered. We are currently collecting gifts from local merchants to bestow upon two lucky winners. We will post the prizes on our FaceBook page. The winning photos will also be posted. Now, get

out there and start stringing some lights!Good luck, and thank you all for your enthusiasm

and support. Remember as we sail into this holiday season, to hug the ones you love, and to be grateful for the blessings in your life.

Melody

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Christmas time is fast approaching and ushering in an abundance of holiday cheer. Spirited activities will be taking place at the Captain White House in Graham this holiday season including woodturning demos, ice skating, Christmas crafts, and orchid picking!

Start your Black Friday shopping in style with a delicious breakfast at the Captain White House from 8-11 a.m. November 29. The cost is $15 (prepaid reservations are required). Buy a ticket for breakfast and get 20% off one item at the Captain White House that day.

Picasso's Gift Shop, located in the Captain White House, offers a unique selection of original and handcrafted gifts by local, regional, and international artists for all occasions. Sales made through Picasso's help support the artists in and around our community.

The Holiday Invitational featuring 100 exceptional artists from throughout the Alamance region

will be on-going at the Captain White House from November 23 until

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When disaster wreaks havoc on your property, whether it be flood, fire, or water damage, there is a local company who cares.

In 1989, Bill Stewart started First Call Cleaning & Restoration out of his home. First Call began as a one man carpet cleaning company. Many of his first jobs included water extraction from flooded carpets, and occasionally fire damage clean ups. Due to growth, First Call had to relocate to larger

hen disaster wreaks

by Sherry Johnson


facilities on multiple occasions. The company’s most recent relocation took place six years ago. The company purchased the 11,000 sq. ft. P. N. Thompson Printing building on highway 62. The building is equipped with a training facility, office space, and large warehouse area.

Over time, First Call has expanded not only its number of employees, but also the services provided

to the community. First Call now offers air duct cleaning, mold remediation, sealed crawlspaces, moisture control, carpet cleaning, upholstery cleaning, tile cleaning, accident/crime clean up, fire/smoke/water damage, and contents cleaning.

Among the twelve current employees of the company, Josh Moore, Bill’s son and current operations manager, has worked with First Call for

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15 years. During the past 15 years, Josh has worked in many areas of the company. His certifications include: unlimited general contractor, IICRC certified in water, fire, mold, lead, carpet cleaning, and advanced structural drying.

First Call takes pride in keeping its employee’s education and certifications up to date. They have their safety director come in quarterly to do training. Apart from employee certificates, the company is also certified. First Call is an IICRC certified firm, meaning that they have pledged

to implement advanced training programs and courses of study that lead to the certification of all on-site operators, who are involved in cleaning and restoration. First Call also holds a membership with the Dunn & Bradstreet Credibility Association, Alamance- Caswell Home Builders Association, Alamance County Chamber of Commerce, Mid South Professional Cleaning Association, Crawford Contractor Connections, Veterans Administration and Angie’s List.

First Call is a customer oriented

company. After a job is completed, a survey is sent out so customers can provide feedback about their experience with First Call. These surveys, per customer’s permission, are posted on the company’s Facebook page for public view at www.facebook.com/FirstCallCleaning and the company website: http://firstcallnc.blogspot.com/.

If disaster strikes, Josh Moore and his team should be your First Call, a local company with over 25 years of experience, and a company you can count on!■

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Despite what you have seen in stores around the area since late September, there is still a holiday in between Halloween and Christmas called Thanksgiving. It is my favorite holiday because it is based entirely around

eating and enjoying time with your family and friends.

For something a little unusual this holiday season, a Turducken is a great substitute for turkey or roast at Thanksgiving or Christmas. Far from traditional, a Turducken is a chicken, stuffed inside a duck, which is then stuffed inside a turkey. Between each bird is a layer of stuffing, which ranges from the mild and traditional cornbread stuffing to other Cajun fare, such as andouille sausage stuffing, oyster stuffing and even shrimp étoufée. The entire trio is then either deep friend, Acadian-style, or slow-cooked by braising, roasting, grilling or barbecuing. A Turducken is a great option for those who are looking for a new and exciting alternative to the run-of-the-mill turkey this holiday season, especially if you are feeding a large group. Offer this unusual “bird” at your table, and your friends and family will be talking about the meal for years to come.

The origins of Turducken are a bit foggy, as two claim to have invented it – Paul Prudhomme and Hebert’s (pronounced Ay-Bears) Specialty Meats in Maurice, Louisiana. I don’t know who invented it; in fact, nesting birds together can be traced back to medieval times. The largest recorded nested bird roast is 17 birds, attributed to a royal feast

in France in the early 19th century. This dish could not be legally recreated in the modern era as many of the birds used are now protected species. All I know is that a chicken stuffed inside a duck stuffed inside a turkey just has to be good. It can also make for a labor-intensive day of prep if you are not familiar with deboning poultry. If you want to try it at home, there are several cookbooks on the market or videos on youtube.com that offer detailed instructions.

Whatever you decide to have for your holiday feast, enjoy the time spent with your family and friends, as that is the best part of the Holiday Season! ■

It’s a Chicken, It’s a Duck, It’s a Turkey … It’s a Turducken???

| SEASONAL FEATURE

by Sherry Johnson


| ASK THE EXPERT

Heather McAndrew and her husband fell in love with Central NC, moved here in 1983 and raised two daughters. As the overall real estate team leader, she spearheads the management, marketing and financial operations of the local Keller Williams Triad to Triangle real estate team. Her emphasis is listing property, working with Sellers, Buyers and referral clients, negotiating contracts and coaching team members. As a Realtor and Broker for over 20 years, she built her business through referrals from years of satisfied clients. By using her expertise, she delivers performance, not just promises.

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Top 10 Reasons To LisT youR home duRing The

hoLidays1. People who look for a home during the holidays tend to be more serious about buying.

2. Serious buyers have fewer houses to choose from during the Holidays which in turn, means less competition and more money for you.

3. Starting in January, the amount of listings will dramatically increase. With more properties on the market there will be less demand for your particular home.

4. Houses show better when decorated for the Holidays! Buyers are more emotional during the Holidays, so they are more likely to pay your price if it’s something they really want.

5. Often, buyers have more time to look for a home during the Holidays than during a regular work week, especially during winter vacations!

6. Many people want to buy before the end of the year due to tax reasons.

7. Traditionally, January is the month for corporate transferees to begin new jobs. Since these transferees cannot wait until Spring to buy, you must be on the market now to capture that market.

8. You can be on the market and still have the option to restrict showings during the Holidays for your special family occasions!

9. You can sell now for more money and I can help you plan a delayed closing or extended occupancy until next year!

10. By selling now, you may have the opportunity to be a non-contingent buyer during the Spring, when many more houses are on the market for less money! This will allow sell high and buy low! ■


Become an Artful Traveler for an evening of unforgettable holiday music in Greensboro on Sunday, November 24. Leaving the Captain White House at 4 p.m., we will travel to Greensboro and dine at Ham's Restaurant then head to the Greensboro

Coliseum Complex to see the world famous Trans-Siberian Orchestra.

Trans-Siberian Orchestra is an American progressive rock band ranked by Billboard Magazine as one of the top ten ticket-selling bands since 2000. Their elaborate concerts include a string section, a light show, lasers, "enough pyro to be seen from the international space station," moving trusses, video screens, and effects synchronized to music.

Tickets are $60 for Arts Council members and $65 for non-members (which does not include dinner). Please call Karen at 336-226-4495 to reserve your spot on the motorcoach. ■

Artful Travelers to see Trans-Siberian Orchestra!

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BUSINESS NEWS

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The Triad Foot Center, a leading podiatric practice in Greensboro, Burlington and Asheboro, North Carolina, is pleased to announce that diabetic wound care and limb salvage expert Tamika

Gooden, DPM has joined the practice. Dr. Gooden completed her surgical

residency at the Baltimore VA Medical Center, where she obtained training in Rearfoot and Forefoot reconstruction surgery, diabetic wound care, limb salvage and general podiatry. Dr. Gooden received her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine and completed surgical rotations at Washington D.C. VA Medical Center; the Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics, the Kimbrough Army Medical Base and the North West Hospital in Baltimore, Md. Gooden also is a member of the American Podiatric Medicine Association (APMA). “We are very happy to have Dr. Gooden

join our team here at Triad Foot Center,” said Dr. Norman Regal, DPM. “Dr. Gooden’s specialized training in limb salvage and diabetic wound care is a

perfect fit in continuing our effort to always provide comprehensive and skilled foot care for our patients.”

Dr. Gooden will be accepting patients at the Greensboro office, located at 2706 St. Jude Street. To schedule an appointment, please call (336) 375-6990. n

TRIAD FOOT CENTER WELCOMES NEW DIABETIC WOUND CARE & LIMB SALVAGE EXPERT

Triad Foot Center is a leading podiatric medical practice serving the Piedmont Triad at their Greensboro, Burlington and Asheboro offices with Drs. Norman Regal, Richard Tuchman, M. Todd Hyatt, Jeffrey Petrinitz, Richard Sikora and Kathryn Edgerton. Triad Foot Center prides themselves on having a team of highly trained and skilled medical and surgical podiatry experts, who are all certified by the Board of Podiatry Examiners. Triad Foot Center is an innovator in general foot, ankle and leg healthcare, who provide state of the art treatment for Plantar Fasciitis, Extracorporeal Pulse Activation Therapy.

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INDUSTRY NEWS

“Leading Piedmont Triad North Carolina podiatry practice welcomes Dr. Tamika Gooden, DPM to their team of highly skilled podiatric doctors.”


Dr. Chris Hussey studied at High Point University and graduated with a B.S. in Biology, before entering Palmer College of Chiropractic in Florida. He is also trained in Radiology, Functional Rehabilitation, Nutrition and Spinal Decompression. He has been a patient of Chiropractic since his childhood with phenomenal results and enthusiastically delivers Chiropractic care to his own patients to improve their lives!

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Patients often come to my office complaining of headaches and as we eliminate the headache pain, there are several tips that we offer them to help prevent headaches in the future.Today 90% of adults are affected by headaches. Causes can cover a broad range including diet,

muscular tension, allergies, poor posture, stress, or can be symptoms of an underlying disease.

There are several “tips” that we recommend to help avoid headaches. • Avoid caffeine (chocolate, coffee, sodas). For some

caffeine can be a headache trigger – this is a surprising tip since many of the current headache medicines contain caffeine. If you are still wondering about this, talk to one of our doctors.

• Avoid food with high salt/sugar content (most fast foods and snacks) – the trouble with high sugar and high salt is that it can increase the heart rate, and this can often cause an increase in pain associated with headaches.

• Seek to identify and eliminate any food allergies (a common cause) – people are often allergic to foods they

crave. When they intake these foods, they can become a trigger for headaches.

• Get regular exercise - most important if you have sedentary job – the cardiovascular component of exercise can help keep your body in an optimum state, thus reducing headache issues.

• Drink 6 to 8 glasses of purified water daily – we are made up of water, so it is important to keep hydrated.

• Reduce or eliminate alcoholic beverages – alcohol is often a trigger for headaches.

• For migraines - feverfew, ginkgo biloba, cayenne, or ginger may help. There are several homeopathic formulas that can help – again talk with one of our doctors if you have more questions.

Chiropractic care has also been very beneficial for people with headaches. Relieving muscular tension and alleviating stress can be achieved by spinal manipulation. And chiropractic advice on posture, exercise, supplements and relaxation techniques puts patients on the road to eliminating headaches once and for all. If you are suffering from headaches, today is the day to get them stopped. n

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I met Steve Lynch the first month we published Burlington Magazine. My daughter, Lauren and I were hand delivering the magazines and happened

to be in Steve’s neighborhood. He was standing in his garden, keeping a close eye on us as we drove slowly down the street. We stopped and handed him a magazine, explaining about the new publication and discovered that he is friends with our publisher, Melody McBride. One thing led to another and we

ended up visiting with him for over 30 minutes.

Steve was born and raised in Mebane, NC. Until he graduated from high school, the farthest he had ever traveled was an occasional trip to the beaches or mountains of North Carolina. As a senior in high school, he sent a letter to J. Edgar Hoover, telling him that he was interested in working for the FBI. Before he knew it, two agents showed up at his school and he was called to the principal’s office. He was interviewed, and administered a test, and received a job offer when he graduated from high school.

Five days after graduation, Steve went to a pawn shop where he purchased a cardboard suitcase. Across the street, he purchased two sports coats,

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a couple pairs of pants and some collared shirts. Armed with his new wardrobe, he hopped on a bus and headed to Washington, DC. He had no idea what position the FBI had for him. He assumed he would start in the mail room. Upon arrival, Steve was sent to school to become a fingerprint technician, where he began working with other teenagers from all over the United States.

He rented a room at a boarding house for a few weeks when he first arrived in Washington, before moving to Maryland and getting an apartment. Working for the FBI at his young age was a tremendous experience. Steve worked there for two years before deciding that it was time to come home to North Carolina.Shortly after returning home in 1969, he received his draft notice, and was sent to Vietnam for a year. When his tour of duty was at an end, he knew that all he wanted to do was come home to live and work here in Alamance County.

On returning to the area, he joined the Burlington Police Department. In working with several police officers who he particularly admired, Lynch learned that these officers were also Freemasons. In 1976, he became a Mason himself. His great grandfather had been the First Master of the Lodge in Mebane. Steve is currently a proud member of Bula Masonic Lodge in Burlington, as well as a 33rd Degree Scottish Rite Mason.

He spent 27 years as a member of the Burlington police force, and retired as Captain in 1999. Staying involved with the justice system, Steve then accepted a job as an investigator for the DA at the time, Rob Johnson, and continued to work there for eleven years.

After leaving the DA’s office, he had a lot of time on his hands. “I enjoy being around people,” he told me. After attending a funeral at McClure Funeral Home in Mebane, Steve mentioned to a friend that he would enjoy working there

part-time. He now works at the funeral home, and assists with w h a t e v e r needs doing. Many times, he drives the family in the limousine to and from the services.

As a Mason, Steve began coaching Ken Hinshaw and Dave Burton, who were learning their Masonic Catechisms. They would meet at his house at 6:30 am and work together for half an hour. Once they learned their material, and the coaching was at an end, they continued getting together early in the mornings. Steve now hosts a Masonic breakfast the third Wednesday of every month. The number of attendees has grown from the original three fellows, to anywhere between 30 to 40 Masons from Alamance and bordering counties. They can be found enjoying each other’s company and positive social fellowship at the ‘Lynch Lodge’ over ham biscuits and coffee. “It blesses me to be able to do this,” Steve says.

His wife Betsy gets up at 5 am to start the coffee for these monthly meetings. They have known each other since the 3rd grade. When Steve was 16 years old, he drove the

school bus every day that Betsy rode to high school. During his time as a police officer, he would often stop by the florist shop on his beat, as Betsy was working there. Life led them in different directions, but over time, they reconnected and have been happily married for ten years. “I wish every man had a Betsy in his life. She is one delightful lady,” Steve told me with a twinkle in his eye, and a wealth of affection in his voice.

Breakfast is held in an outbuilding on Steve’s property, which is referred to by many as the Lynch Lodge. Over the years, he has expanded the building to accommodate the growing


number of breakfast guests, as well as his fantastic collections. Proudly displayed in the front of the building is an array of George Washington memorabilia. His most recent acquisition was a George Washington dog iron for a fireplace that he picked up at an antique store in Taylorsville, North Carolina. Additional collections include military items, Masonic and religious artifacts, and even several items that belonged to the first person born in the city when it was renamed Burlington, C. Freeman Neese. I could spend hours poring over the interesting and unique artifacts Steve has collected over the years, and listening to the stories of how he acquired each item.

Steve has led a fascinating life and thoroughly enjoys serving his community and fellow man. I’ve never met anyone quite like him. I look forward to taking him up on his invitation to attend one of the Lynch Lodge breakfasts in the very near future. As I was leaving his home, he offhandedly showed me a document and explained that he was descended from Thomas Lynch, Jr. – one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence. Yes, Steve Lynch is definitely a character in the community. n

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James Duxbury is an expert woodturner who has presented workshops in Virginia, Utah, and

California. Jim is known in part for crafting one-of-a-kind kaleidoscopes and owns Elegant Creations, a gallery of handcrafted wooden items.

Jim will present a woodturning demonstration on November 30 from noon to 2 p.m. He will discuss the history behind woodturning and will craft objects right before the eyes of his audience. ■

Woodturning Demonstration at the Captain White House in Graham

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By Sherry Johnson

Umami is borrowed from the Japanese, umai meaning “delicious” and mi meaning “taste”. It’s a ‘savory taste’, one of the five basic tastes, which also include sweet, sour, bitter and salty.

Roger Pelayo is no stranger to successful restaurants. He owned and operated Umami

Asian Bistro, a Sanford restaurant that was very popular until it was damaged in a tornado two years ago. Rather than rebuild there, he turned his sights toward Burlington. He opened Umami Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar in January, 2013 after spending time renovating, revamping and cleaning the existing building. Before taking over the space, he did a lot of market research and “secret shopping” to find out exactly what Burlington needed in the way of a Japanese restaurant.

When you first walk in you are offered a choice, sitting on the bar side which has wonderful fresh sushi and limited lunch and dinner menu offerings, or the steakhouse side where they provide high quality teppanyaki-style dishes in a vibrant casual environment. Their chefs will entertain you while you

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watch them cook fresh seafood and premium steaks on a hibachi grill right at your table. For this review, we chose to sample the sushi they had to offer, so we sat where we could watch the chef prepare each roll behind glass near the bar.

Mike Harka, the manager, welcomed us to the restaurant and showed us to our table. He gave us a quick rundown of the menu for the evening, and then offered us a light sparkling sake, served cold, to kick off our dinner. It was very much like a light sparkling moscato wine, with just a hint of sweetness and was very palatable. While I am not a sake drinker, I enjoyed this and would definitely order it again. Mike told us they make a Sake Mojito using this same sparkling sake. I’m definitely trying one of those on my next visit. They have many different sakes, served both hot and cold, and a nice selection of flavors including white peach, lychee, green apple, apricot & plum sake.

For our first course, we tried a Seafood Breeze, which is a bowl of striped bass, blue fin tuna, salmon and escolar fish. The fish is raw, chopped and served on a bed of seaweed salad, with pickled radish, orange segments, avocado and sesame seeds for garnish. It was very easy to pick up the pieces with chopsticks and the flavors were amazing.

Our next course was the Umami Special, which is thinly sliced blue fin tuna, with fresh sliced wasabi (no powder or paste here!) and ponzu sauce. I could eat this all night, it was so delicious. While we were enjoying this one, RD, the sushi chef (who is also Roger’s brother), was busy starting on our first roll of the evening.

The Oya Roll is a fresh roll, made with tuna, salmon, snapper with radish and Japanese mint all wrapped up in thinly sliced cucumber and served with a soy lemon-vinaigrette. Next we tried a Rainbow Express roll, which

is one of my favorites. This was crab, shrimp and avocado slices wrapped with salmon, yellowtail and blue fin tuna, with more fresh wasabi to spice it up a bit.

The last roll we tried was the Outer Banks, a fried tempura roll with spicy tuna, avocado, spicy mayo and a teriyaki drizzle. This was one of the highlights of the evening, and disappeared quickly! I think we might need to order a couple of those on our next visit.

While we waited for dessert to arrive, we chatted with Mike and learned that Umami now supplies a grocery chain with fresh packaged sushi rolls to take home from some of their local stores. This is something they would like to expand and offer to more businesses, as many of the fish on their menu is flown in fresh from Hawaii each week. In order to keep this level of high quality seafood available, they need to maintain a steady volume of business. I can say, it’s definitely less expensive than a weekend trip to Hawaii yourself.

Dessert was presented with a flourish, a fresh warm brownie with marscapone cheese baked in the middle, and a raspberry drizzle on top. Served with fresh whipped cream and a fresh orchid blossom, this dish was visually appealing. From the first bite I was in chocolate heaven. The second dessert was a coffee caramel crème brulee. Garnished with a strawberry, it was rich and delicious.

On my next visit to Umami, I will make sure that I haven’t eaten all day so I can really enjoy the wonderful offerings on both the hibachi and the sushi sides of the restaurant. If you haven’t tried Umami, make a point to indulge yourself. Roger Pelayo chose well when he named this restaurant – it is full of delicious flavors.

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Breast cancer is the most common cancer among American women, except for skin cancers. About 1 in 8 (12%) women in the US will develop invasive breast cancer during their lifetime.

The American Cancer Society's estimates for breast cancer in the United States for 2013 are:

• About 232,340 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in women.

• About 64,640 new cases of carcinoma in situ (CIS) will be diagnosed (CIS is non-invasive and is the earliest form of breast cancer).

• About 39,620 women will die from breast cancer

Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in women, exceeded only by lung cancer. The chance that breast cancer will be responsible for a woman's death is about 1 in 36 (about 3%).

Breast Cancer. One of the most frightening phrases a woman can ever hear. Being told one has breast cancer tends to knock the wind right out of the patient. It also sparks a great many concerns, in addition to anxiety over the disease itself: Will I recover? Will I lose my hair? Will I

lose a breast? Will I need chemo and radiation? What if it comes back?

Every one of these concerns is valid. Facing one’s own mortality is not an easy thing. There is also the additional worry over losing some of the physical attributes that help define us as women. But on top of these worries, there is too often the concern over finances.

My brother's wife, Debbie, just learned that she has Stage 3 Breast Cancer. Their doctor appointment was frightening and devastating, as she and my brother, Chris, found out that she will have to undergo a mastectomy, chemo and radiation. My brother currently has a job, after being laid off for almost a year. Debbie also has a job, but will physically be unable to work for some time. Neither of them has health insurance. With the medical bills already beginning to pile up, many more are sure to follow.

Cancer is a costly illness. It can take a toll on one’s health, emotions, relationships, and bank account. There will be unforeseen and

unexpected charges, and even the best health insurance cannot cover all of the costs. Women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer and do not have insurance will have difficulty paying for treatments. The cost for breast cancer treatment can range from around $50,000 to nearly $100,000 depending on the type of treatment that is required.

Folks, when a person has to go through surgery and cancer treatment, little things like a full tank of gas, or even a pack of crackers in the pantry can suddenly become luxuries. Even patients who can afford health insurance can have a hard time juggling extra medical expenses with the every day costs of life. The additional and sometimes overwhelming stress of trying to figure how to make ends meet while coping with treatment, makes it more difficult to concentrate on the healing process.

I want to help my family. I would ask each of you reading this to please keep Chris and Debbie in your prayers as they begin this lengthy ordeal. The only other means of help that I can offer them, is to humbly ask for your kind donations. Even five dollars would be helpful.

This fundraiser was created without asking either Chris or Debbie for their permission. There is a difference between pity and compassion. When one is on the receiving end, sometimes it is hard to make the distinction. No one wants to be humiliated or feel as though they are being

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pitied. Sometimes it can be very hard to accept help, much less ask for assistance, regardless of the level of need. But we all need a little help at some time in our lives. And there are people out there who feel the need to help others. This fundraiser can fill both needs.

A website has been created specifically to receive donations to help them through this crisis. For those of you who know Chris and Debbie, please respect their privacy, and do not disturb them. This is all still very new and raw for them both, and they are trying to find a way to cope emotionally with everything that has been thrown at them.

Many heartfelt thanks in advance for your kind wishes, prayers, positive energy and of course, your donations. Please feel free to share this information with friends and family, and anyone else who might feel inclined to help.

http://www.gofundme.com/Breast-Cancer-Help-Fund

Things a breast cancer patient might need: WalMart gift cards. Slipped inside a greeting card, gift

cards are sometimes less awkward than another gift to present to her, and she can send someone to get the things she needs with them.

• Warm, tight fitting soft knit cap. Being bald at night makes one more cold than you can possible imagine. She will need to cover up that noggin to stay warm.

• New movies for her to watch – make them funny! She’s got plenty of serious stuff going on, she doesn’t need to see it on her television.

• Silk scarves, or hats - pretty. Bald is hard. Help her out.• Button-front pajamas, long sleeved. She will be sitting

up in bed quite a bit, so will need to stay warm on top. She won’t be able to lift her arms, so pulling on a shirt over her head isn’t an option.

• Tall, reusable thermal cups with lid and straw. Again, lifting hands to any degree will be difficult initially. This will make sipping drinks a bit easier.

• Thick, warm socks, pashmina, sweaters, etc. Chemo makes the patient cold, too, so this will help her not only during infusion but for the rides to and from. Does she have good winter boots, if applicable? She may be moving slowly, and getting in and out of the cancer center might take more time, so make sure she has proper gear for snow, rain, etc.

• Unscented lip balm and lotion. These treatments are very harsh and drying , but she wont be able to tolerate heavily scented items. Unscented is best.

• Tote bag. She will be given many items every time she visits the center and for check-ups, so this is quite important.

• Journal. Not for her thoughts, but for practical reasons. Have her write out ALL questions she has for the doc, and

then leave room for the answers. Memory will be a slippery

commodity during chemo, so this will be a great reference

point. Have her use the first for pages for her specific

diagnosis, treatment plan, doctors info (including emergency

number), etc. This will be a handy guide for anyone lending

her a hand as well – a pick up and go reference with all you

need to know.

• Emergency card. Her specific diagnosis, doctors info

and all medication she is on, including infusions, should

be listed on a small card. Have 2 copies laminated, one to

carry with her always and one to have taped to the dash or

window of her car. If she is in an accident, this will be helpful

for the medical staff assisting her at the site.

• Meals for her family, child and pet care.

• Housekeeper. For the DURATION of her treatment and,

by golly, maybe a year afterwards. She will be exhausted,

and it will require more than usual energy just to do basic

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This November 11th marks the 95th anniversary of the end of the First World War. Although it was the third deadliest war in American history in terms of casualties (after the Civil War and World War II), it was actually the bloodiest in terms of soldiers killed per month since most American troops didn’t see combat until just a few weeks before the war ended.

Troops from Burlington and Alamance County weren’t committed to battle until September 29, 1918 and thus suffered relatively few combat deaths during World War I. But while local soldiers were fighting Germans on the battlefields of northern France, the folks back home were fighting a deadly strain of influenza, the so-called “Spanish Flu,” which was one of the deadliest pandemics in human history. It arrived in Burlington on or about October 1 and

before long, people began dying in large numbers. Schools, theaters, churches, and even the textile and hosiery mills were shut down to prevent the spread of the virulent flu. On October 23, the Alamance County Board of Health banned all public gatherings, indoors and out. People other than medical personnel were prohibited from going in and out of homes where someone had the flu unless they were on some errand of mercy or necessity. Those who had the flu were barred from leaving their homes unless a physician cleared them. Healthy individuals who had to deal with the public refused to shake hands and began wearing face masks.

Although the local economy suffered since people refused to venture outside their homes, the Burlington Coffin Company prospered. It couldn’t keep up with the demand for its “burial boxes” and they were stacked like cordwood on the freight platform at the end of Spring Street. No one knows how many in Burlington may have died as a result of the Spanish Flu, but it seems safe to say that there were between one and four deaths per day in town directly attributable to during October alone. Before the pandemic ran its course an estimated 50 to 100 million people worldwide died from it.

At around 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 7, the citizens of Burlington finally receivedsome good news when word

Armistice Day

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came that Germany had agreed to sign an armistice and that all fighting would cease the next day. The town went wild. Church bells rang, mill whistles blew, and everyone was out dancing in the streets—despite the danger of catching the flu. Unfortunately, word soon came that the report was false.

The sadness at the so-called “False Armistice” was short-lived, however. A real armistice was soon signed and hostilities ceased at 11:00 a.m. on November 11, 1918. From 1919 until 1954 (when it was officially renamed “Veterans Day”), November 11 was celebrated as “Armistice Day” throughout the country. But because it took several months to get all of its soldiers back home, Burlington’s World War I victory celebration did not take place until Memorial Day, May 30, 1919. A giant wooden “Victory Arch” was erected at the intersection of Main and Davis streets and the local veterans marched under it to adoration from wildly cheering crowds. Everyone was confident that the “War to End All Wars” had finally been fought and won. n


By Gay Barefi eld

This is Chyanne and David. They are the perfect example of the simplicity of love. Chyanne who is David's grandaughter gave the perfect answer to his "I love you", her response, "I know you do because you bring me surprises and shrimp!"

David's takeaway from Chyanne's response was this, "In all of my 50 some years, I finally know what love really is."

Could love be any more simple?We all want to be loved and we long to know why we

are loved but sometimes the simplicity of that love is what means the most. Whether it's the love of a child, a parent, a partner, a friend or whoever you love in your life, we want it to be simple and to the point. But most of all we want to know why we are loved.

My friend Lisa gave me the most wonderful gift for Christmas, a beautifully framed print with the words "I love you because....." in raised lettering on the print itself. Using the attached marker, you list your reasons of why you love

someone on the glass, erasing and changing your reasons as often as you wish. Since that picture has been in our bedroom, my husband and I have taken our turns writing our reasons and I'm amazed at what will touch you the most. It's not the profound and lengthy pledges of love but the simple and most heartfelt.

On Valentine's Day it read, "You share my insanity for Tarheel basketball and just because." Simple, powerful and the best gift ever!

Do you make it a habit to share those simple sentiments with the people you love?

Love is one of those emotions that can have so much baggage attached that you can quickly lose the reasons of why you love someone. There can also be conditions such as, "I will love you if or I will love you when" and this dilutes the simplicity of that love. We humans are very complicated beings and if something

I Love You Because......is not complex then we have trouble deeming it worthy

of our attention. We crave those really complicated and profound declaration of love (or we think we do) and if we can't give them in return then we don't feel we measure up.

Who wants to follow the infamous "You complete me"line with a "I love you just because?" Someone who speaks from the simplicity of their heart and soul. Words are just words without feeling and trust me you can feel the difference.

So what holds you back from making simple declarations of love? Or just making sure that the people around you know how you feel?

Break down those barriers and useless reasons and......• Write a note and tell someone how much they mean

to you. Keep it simple and give true heartfelt reasons.• Make sure you say, "I love you" often and to all the

people in your life.• If you have trouble saying what you feel, use action

instead. Flowers, a lunch or coffee date, a hug or kiss, an afternoon spent together, a movie, etc.

• Remember small things mean just as much as loud pronouncements.

Make sure everyone in your life knows how much they are loved and how grateful you are to have them. You will see it returned in amazing ways

Gay Barefield has been a massage therapist for more than 20 years. Zen Chick is where she shares her wisdom on how to slow down, simplify, and live a life you love. Gay offers "Living Room Sessions" for groups to brainstorm and fine tune their lives, as well as one on one work, to help you kick old habits and thought patterns that may be keeping you from living your life to its fullest. Find out more at ZenChick.com. n

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The Alamance County Service League’s annual Holly Days Bazaar is a must-attend event for many residents of Alamance County. Vendors from across the area and state off er great deals on holiday gift s and décor, shoppers can enjoy a great lunch and pick up a homemade cake, pie, cookies

or other dessert to serve to family and friends, and even Santa makes an appearance to listen to children’s wishes and have his picture made with them.

Th is year’s event is Saturday, December 7, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Th e Burlington School, 1615 Greenwood Terrace. Admission is $3, and raffl e tickets also are available for $1.

But the most important aspect of the event is the impact the money raised will make in the community. Last year, the Alamance County Service League donated more than $26,300 to the community. Some of that money is given to area non-profi t organizations, and some goes directly to help individuals and families in need, through the Service League’s Special Services Fund. Th e Service League raises this money through corporate and personal donations as well as fundraisers, such as Holly Days.

“We all watch the news and know there are people suff ering in this county, people who do not have a home, or food to put on the table, or live paycheck to paycheck and are blindsided by unexpected expenses. Th is is where our community’s non-profi ts come in to help, and it is where we do what we can for people in need,” said Kellie Kirkpatrick, co-chair of Special Services. “We work with other nonprofi ts and social workers to identify people who are behind on their rent or utilities or need a helping hand aft er the death of a loved one or another catastrophic event, such as a fi re or losing a job.”

“Holly Days is a great way to support our community, and get your holiday shopping done at the same time,” said Erin Stedman, co-chair of Holly Days for 2013. “Many of our vendors have been at Holly Days before or are a local shop, and have a loyal following. Our shoppers know they will fi nd unique gift s for their entire list, whether they need a special gift for a family member or friend, or something fun for a teacher or co-worker.”

Holly Days features around 30 vendors and artisans, off ering baby gift s, home décor, jewelry, purses, monogrammed items (some monogrammed while you wait), wreaths, ornaments, picture frames and other great gift s. Th is year, more local stores are participating, including Sara-Anne Photography, BJ’s Gift s & Accessories, Juliepatoolie’s, Mary Katherine’s, York Photography Studio and AddieRae and Ives.

Another big draw to Holly Days is the bake sale. Every item is homemade by Service League members – no cake mixes are allowed. For sale will be specialty cakes, pies, cookies, fudge and spiced nuts. Cakes available include three-layer Hummingbird, Brownstone and chocolate cakes. Pies include chocolate, pecan, and other favorites. Cookies, fudge and nuts are packaged in

decorative boxes and tins, making them the perfect hostess gift . Cakes and pies are packaged in plastic cake and pie domes with beautiful bows on top, so they are ready for your holiday party or family gathering.

“Our baked goods look and taste like something your grandmother would have made,” said Susan Davis, co-chair for Holly Days. “We do the work, and you get to enjoy a homemade dessert with your family!”

A tasty homemade lunch also is sold at Holly Days. Shoppers place their order for a sandwich or salad plate, or cup of vegetable or vegetable beef soup, a drink and dessert, then wait in our dining area for their order to be delivered. Lunch time is a great time to catch up with friends, take a rest aft er shopping, or get your energy up before you shop!

Holly Days also features Santa’s Village, where children of all ages can give Santa their wish list and have their pictures taken with him. Santa will be there from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Bring your own camera – there is no charge for pictures – or let us take your picture and view and order prints from Camcor the week aft er Holly Days.

Admission to Holly Days is $3 per person, and tickets are available at the door. A raffl e also will be held during Holly Days, and tickets for the raffl e are $1 each. Th is year’s raffl e includes several themed Christmas trees decorated by Service League members.

Everyone is asked not to wear high-heeled shoes to protect Th e Burlington School’s gymnasium fl oor. Limited parking will be available in the school parking lot. Additional parking will be available on the street, as well as overfl ow parking at Hillcrest Elementary School and Brookwood Church.

If you have any questions, feel free to email the Alamance County Service League at [email protected], fi nd us on Facebook, or visit our website at www.acsleague.org. ■

� e Alamance County Service League, a non-pro� t women’s organization, serves the community in two key ways: by volunteering time to area non-pro� t organizations and by donating funds to non-pro� ts and individuals and families in need. Our 2013 projects include: making lasagna for ARC’s annual sale, purchasing items for Christmas Cheer families and Alamance ElderCare clients for Christmas, organizing and purchasing items for date nights for breast cancer patients with Little Pink Houses of Hope, helping with the Legs For Life 5K at Alamance Regional Medical Center, picking up donated food and preparing food at the Good Shepherd Kitchen, delivering meals for Meals on Wheels, helping with a cra� at the Friendship Center quarterly, providing a meal for doctors volunteering at Open Door Clinic once a month, performing puppet shows for third graders at all Alamance County schools with Family Abuse Services, and reading to PreK students at Alamance-Burlington Public Schools.

Making a Difference (and Doing Some Shopping!)At the Holly Days Bazaar

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Blades are ready to slice through the synthetic ice of Downtown Graham's Ice Rink. Come strap on a pair of skates and glide to your heart's content from December 7-21. It's only $5 for a 45-minute session in

an outdoor ice skating rink located on the front lawn of the Captain White House. It's all the fun of ice skating without the bitter cold. n

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COMMUNITY COLLECTION DAYSunday, November 24th • 1pm - 3pmFor All Ages This is a great opportunity to support our wonderful local nonprofits by providing them with a wide variety of much needed items! Needed items include non-perishable food, school, classroom & art supplies, pet food, gently read books, paper products, cleaning supplies, toiletries, linens, formula, diapers & baby wipes, and much more! For a complete agency wish list please visit events atwww.ShopBOV.com.Cosponsored by the United Way of Alamance County and the Times-News, Community Collection Day will be held at Burlington Outlet Village (BMOC) at 2397 Corporation Parkway.

DECEMBER

Y SILENT AUCTIONDecember 6 - 10Each year in December the Y has a silent auction, with proceeds going to support our Financial Assistance Program...where no one is turned away based on an inability to pay! If you have anything you can donate for this cause....please call 395-9622 and ask for Dominique...or comment below. Thanks for your support! Oh, and come out and shop...great Christmas gifts!

NC Food Rodeo Grove is pleased to host the NC Food Rodeo. Food trucks from across the state meet at Grove Winery on the 2nd Sunday of each month from noon until 4:30 pm.Admission is free. There are covered dining areas and local wine & beer are available. This is an all-ages event and there are games and activities for kids. To get the latest on which trucks will be attending, follow @NCFoodRodeo on Twitter. A limited number of reserved VIP tables are available for this event.


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An Everyday Alternative for a Company on the Rise

T he Guayacan Robusto is an often overlooked cigar, especially for those who are unfamiliar with the “boutique” cigar producers. I found one of these resting in my humidor at Twin City Cigar Company and had to try it. With a finger of scotch at the ready and my favorite leather

recliner in place, I began my review. I was not displeased. The Guayacan is the product of former Cuban- cigar-roller

Noel Rojas. Rojas has combined an Ecuadorian Habano wrapper, Nicaraguan Corojo ’98 binder and Nicaraguan Corojo ’98 filler to create this “at the ready” cigar. I could easily see this becoming the “go to” for the everyman smoker. The Ecaudorian Habano wrapper that is used on the Guayacan looks excellent set against the rising sun on the band. There are very few veins, minimal tooth, and the wrapper is uniformly smooth. Tobacco is packed evenly throughout the cigar making for a consistent smoking experience. The expert blending of Rojas is apparent as soon as you smell the unlit foot. The spice and rich tobacco aroma envelope the lucky owner of this stick. A straight palio cut on the triple cap of this cigar coupled with a competent footing from my flame reveals the truth: an excellent draw and a

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rich beginning. My interest was piqued. The first few puffs of the Guayacan produces a very rich,

sweet tobacco taste that persists the entire length of the cigar. There was a unique spice about the Guayacan that caressed the back of my throat after each draw leaving a mild taste of cinnamon. While the burn of the cigar is just average it is otherwise not notable. The cigar emits smoke surprisingly well. It is not to the famed “Liga Privada level”, but this cigar certainly puts off enough smoke to let you know the oily Ecuadorian wrapper is performing as it should. As the Guayacan progresses, the aforementioned rich, sweet tobacco flavor persists with the spice picking up noticeably.

“Balanced” is the best word to describe the Guayacan. Rojas has created a cigar that is a great mixture of sugar and spice. It isn’t a master of a single category but, rather, an afternoon in Hanes Park: a jack of all trades offering something for everyone. There are very few cigars at this price point ($7) that come to mind that offer the same level of competence. For its steady complexity, for its competent construction, and for its worthy presentation, the Guayacan Robusto receives 3 out of 5 stars. n


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