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October 2012--The monthly magazine for people, places and parties in the Mid-South.

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October 2012

fashionDINING

OUTMEMPHIS STREET CAFE WEARABLE LOOKS FOR

WINTER WARDROBES

Tailgatingtradition

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BUILDING YOURBACKYARD DREAMS

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SEPTEMBER 2012 • VOLUME 6 NO. 10

CONTENTS

29 TAILGATE TRADITION More than just a game, football provides one

of the best parties in the South.

31 ELEMENTS OF STYLESix looks to try now.

60 THE ESSENTIALS7 trends to take you into the season in style.

71 KIDS’ FASHIONKeep them warm with ensembles of

cozy layers and playful patterns.

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20 HUMANE SOCIETY PAW PRINTS PARTY

21 SHOOTING FOR AUTISM

23 SPITFIRE ACRES GRAND OPENING

24 SPIRIT OF SRVS

26 COCHON HERITAGE BBQ FESTIVAL

27 THISTLEDOME’S HONEYSUCKLE GRAND OPENING

| FEATURES |

| EVENTS |

ON THE COVER AND THIS PAGE; PHOTOS BY AMELIA PATTERSON

THIS PAGE: PHOTOGRAPHY BY AMELIA PATTERSONMODEL: TERRY GILCHRISTHAIR AND MAKEUP: GOULD’S SALON & DAY SPA

DRESS $248, ON A WHIM. BRACELETS $20, LOLA B.NECKLACE $44, CENTER STAGE. HEELS $60, JANIE ROSE

| DEPARTMENTS |

13 PROFILE Pat Mcree Why battling breast cancer isn’t going to slow her down.

37 WOMEN’S HEALTH A Quick Guide women’s health, fitness and lifestyle issues from the

MidSouth’s leading healthcare professionals.

40 ON THE MONEY Successful Wealth Transfer Building your family’s legacy and wealth across generations

42 READER RECIPE Pumpkin Bread Dish courtesy of Susan Peterson of Olive Branch

44 DINING OUT Memphis Street Café A known local favorite earns national attention as well as

escalating business.

52 AT HOME Country Charm Lafayette County’s reclaimed history

80 TRAVEL Mississippi’s Haunted Road Trip Great ghost hunting awaits with visits that offer history,

mystery and intrigue.

87 ENTERTAINING A Spooktacular Soiree Ensure your Halloween party is a success with these tips for

a howl-o-ing good time.

96 OUTTAKE Elaine Hare Executive Director of Memphis-MidSouth Chapter

Susan G. Komen Foundation

IN EVERY ISSUE: Editor’s Letter 8

Contributors 10

Calendar 94

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29OCTOBER 2012 • VOLUME 6 NO. 10

CONTENTS

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29 CLICK

Interested in having your next party featured in Click magazine? Submit your event by going to myclickmag.com or email us at

[email protected].

Publisher Jonathan Pittman [email protected]

Associate Publisher Angie [email protected]

Editor in Chief Hallie [email protected]

Event Editor Lisa Chapman

Contributing Editor Tonya Thompson

ART & DESIGN Art Director Detric Stanciel

Creative Design Director Crace Alexander

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Dennis Heinze, Tim Summers,

Jacob Threadgill, Tonya Thompson

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS Lisa Chapman, Lisa Cline, Peter Conrey,

Darlene Griffith, Michael Hensley, Mike Lee, Amelia Patterson,

Deteric Stanciel, Terry Sweeney

EDITORIAL INTERNSAmanda Linton, Anna Peterson

DIRECTOR OF SALES Advertising Director Lyla McAlexander

[email protected]

ADVERTISING ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES Jamie Boland

[email protected]

Melanie [email protected]

Jeannette Myers [email protected]

People | Parties | Places

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SUBMIT YOUR EVENT

©2012 P.H. Publishing. Click magazine must give permission for any material contained herein to be reproduced in any manner. Any advertisements published in Click magazine do not con ­stitute an endorsement of the advertiser’s services or products. Click Magazine is published monthly by P.H. Publishing, LLC. 2445 Hwy 51 South | Hernando, MS 38632 | myclickmag.comCustomer Service/subscriptions:

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ALL THE LADIES

As I write this month’s letter from the comforts of my second floor balcony, a brisk breeze enters, cooling the steam from my coffee and causing me to return inside in search of a sweater. Sitting back down, I am reminded of the many reasons why fall is my favorite season.

For one, football season is in high gear, which means the reawakening of intense rivalries, SEC pride and some of the best parties associated with the South (be sure to check out “Tailgating Tradition,” page 29). Then, there’s the beauty of the season itself. As leaves change colors, I’m reminded that there are some things you simply can’t paint. Finally, fall, at least to me, has a scent uniquely its own. As the humid sunshine-filled days transition into brisk breezes and overcast skies, the smell of smoke begins to waft through the air. Whether roasting hotdogs on wire hangers or simply enjoying the fellowship of friends under the night sky, bonfires are one of my most favorite fall traditions.

Fashion in the fall can be fun, too. After trailing through the outdoors and featuring all things dedicated to the sporting south, this month’s issue focused on fall fashion and women’s health comes as a welcome change of pace. Our cover story on fall fashion shows you how to mix and layer great autumn pieces and we scoured the racks of 22 local shops to bring you some of the best looks for fall. As with every issue, embarking on such an arduous task could not have been possible without the assistance of the many people who contribute to our magazine. More specific, I’d like to thank the many retailers who allowed us to pull apparel from their stores, models and photographers for their time and patience, and finally, I’d like to thank my two wonderful interns, Anna and Amanda. Without their help, I may never have been able to sleep these past two weeks.

Yves St. Laurent is quoted as saying “Over the years, I have learned that what is important in a dress is the woman who is wearing it.” I think this is true for many rea-sons. It’s not just about being beautiful or stylish; it’s about spirit. True style comes from knowing what works for you, with clothes that express your personality and that you feel confident wearing.

October is also Breast Cancer Awareness month. Be sure to read our inspiring interview “Always Something Hopeful,” on page 13 with breast cancer combatant Pat McRee. Also in this issue, our feature “Women’s Health,” on page 37 highlights several important topics concerning ladies. From nutritional and fitness informa-tion to some of the biggest health concerns for women—you’ll find a trove of expert advice from the MidSouth’s leading healthcare professionals. Write Us!I know you have an opinion. Tell us what you think about the issue. Complaints are as welcome as compliments. Really! Because knowing more about your reactions-- whether positive or negative-- is what helps us make the magazine better. Email me at [email protected] or write to us at 2445 Hwy. 61 South, Hernando.

Editor in Chief

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Michelle Hope& Jaime Newsom

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Terry Sweeney

Lisa Chapman Amelia PattersonAs the event editor for Click magazine, Lisa Chapman oversees all the publica-tion’s coverage of charity, cultural and social events in North Mississippi and the greater Memphis area. The Olive Branch resident brings with her years of experi-ence as a professional photographer, as well as a thorough understanding of the dynamic and philanthropic social scene of the region. While her time is largely spent behind the camera, the photogra-pher’s real passion is being a wife and a mother to two kids. Chapman specializes in photographing family and children’s portraits, as well as weddings and other special events.

Photographer Amelia Patterson captured fall’s biggest trends in our style feature “The Essentials,” on page 60. A native of Horn Lake, Patterson graduated from Mississippi State University, and today, owns and runs a small business, Studio MJW, focusing on photography, art and design. You can check out her work at studiomillyjeanweakleg.com, where she specializes in weddings, as well as portraits. Among her favorite subjects to photograph are her husband and baby boy.

Photographs from our feature “At Home” on page 52, as well as this month’s dining out feature, “Memphis Street Cafe” on page 44, were shot by frequent contributing pho-tographer, Terry Sweeney. With a career that spans over twenty years in the MidSouth, Sweeney’s areas of expertise include work for nearly all regional publications as well as commercial, advertising and architectural photography. Sweeney graduated from the University of Memphis with a BA in Jour-nalism. He is the owner of Sweeney South Commercial Photography, a full-service photography studio in Olive Branch, Missis-sippi, which provides creative photographic concepts and solutions to local, regional and national clients.

Tonya Thompson Jacob ThreadgillA Southern-born writer, Thompson has spent most of her life between Nashville and the Mississippi Delta. Now, a contrib-uting editor for Click magazine, Thomp-son writes frequently on matters related to life in North Mississippi and the greater Memphis area. Originally from Clarks-ville, Tennessee, Thompson is also the owner of The Tenth Muse—a local professional writing and editing service. When Thompson isn’t writing, she is usually traveling, spending time with her husband and children, or riding vintage motorcycles. Read her feature story “At Home” on page 52 of this issue.

For the October issue of Click magazine, Threadgill interviews Chef Chris Lee of Memphis Street Cafe in Hernando (page 44). Originally from the San Fernando Valley of Los Angeles, Threadgill now proudly calls North Mississippi home. When he’s not working on a story, you can find him either at a concert, cooking a delicious meal from scratch, or play-ing tennis. A graduate of the University of Mississippi, where he served as the Daily Mississippian sports editor for two years, Threadgill is now a reporter for the DeSoto Times Tribune, where he focuses on community and sports news.

Owners and lead designers of Social Butterflies, LLC, Hope and Newsom have a combined 20 years of experience in the wedding and special events industry. Check out their latest party on page 87, “A Spooktacular Soiree,” for some great ideas at your next gathering. Together, Hope and Newsom have planned numer-ous notable events including celebrity weddings, charity galas and Super Sweet 16s for the hit MTV show. To see more of their work, visit sb-events.com

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PEOPL

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PEOPL

WHEN FACED WITH CANCER, HOW DO YOU RESPOND? WHETHER IT IS THE PLIGHT OF A FAMILY MEMBER, A FRIEND, OR YOURSELF, CANCER IS A PAINFUL AND OPPRESSIVE REALITY TO FACE. NOT ONLY THE CONDITION, ITSELF, BUT THE FINANCIAL, SOCIAL, AND EMOTIONAL COST MAY SEEM TOO MUCH TO BEAR. THIS DOES NOT MEAN YOU HAVE TO LIE DOWN AND ACCEPT IT. MORE THAN THAT, YOU DON’T HAVE TO DO IT ALONE.

“We’ve all watched a lifetime of Lifetime television, movies,” McRee says, reclining in a metal chair on the back brick porch of the Andrew Michael Italian Kitchen.

“I think that fear is harder on people than the actual chemotherapy is. If you can help people get to the other side of that, I think they can tolerate any treatment that is thrown at them.” She mentions that for some, cancer can be a dark, morose time of brooding. “You don’t have to be looking over your shoulder,” McRee says.

Diagnosed with breast cancer for the first time in 1994 at age 44, McRee says that for her, that moment led to counseling with others. This counseling led to collabora-tion with Dr. Kirby Smith, an oncologist out of Memphis, to create the Flying Colors Cancer Network two years later.

“There is so much about loss,” McRee says of cancer, including some physical loss of hair or nails to weigh only heavier on the souls of the diagnosed. Flying Colors is an effort to lift this burden through community, support groups and workshops. “Our goal with Flying Colors is just to make people realize it is what you have left that counts, not what you lost,” she says. “What we did was to try and have a place of community.”

Flying Colors, according to their Facebook page, is a network where people diagnosed with cancer can interact with other fighters and survivors and learn what they need to know to live life to the fullest, utilizing all resources to enhance the healing process. In McRee’s opinion, the group uses community to dispense one of the greatest medicines known to man: hope. “It is the belief that you can be well again, and belief means a lot. Ask anybody that does clinical trials,” McRee says, speaking of the power of placebo.

“We also want to help people connect with the spiri-tual,” McRee says, “with God, and knowing that he is in control, and that when he is in control, you do not have to be afraid.” One of the activities that the organization takes part in is fundraising for those facing a cancer diagnosis. On October 1, Flying Colors will host a “Hair Raising Event” at the Andrew Michael Italian Kitchen to raise enough money to provide wigs for those who can’t afford them after their chemotherapy.

These goals for the organization are a mirror of McRee’s personal philosophy.

“The idea is that cancer doesn’t have to just be this sad, one-foot-in-the-grave thing that the movies make it out to be,” she states. “That there is a great deal of life and a lot of fun after a cancer diagnosis. The way I know that is that I just got done with my third diagnosis of can-

Pat McRee of Memphis has recently finished her third round of cancer treatments, but the spritely, lively woman shines with a vitality and energy that is unequivocally honest. She sincerely seems to enjoy listening more than talking, and when she does talk, it is of how her attitude towards cancer has changed her outlook.

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Photos and story by Tim Summers

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PROFILE

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cer and just finished chemotherapy.” Her attitude towards cancer and its subse-quent reappearances is undaunted. “So far, so good,” she says of her recovery. “I have every intention to be 100 and lead the games at the nursing home.”

Pat is not the only woman in her fam-ily who has had cancer. Her mother, she says, also passed from the condition, and when her daughter, Amber McRee Turner, was 36, she also was diagnosed with cancer. This is due to a gene the women share, BRCA-1, which greatly increases their chances of both breast and ovarian cancer.

The gene that saved them, however, was a shared attitude. “We always say we got the gene that will probably give us breast cancer but we got the gene that absolutely lets us laugh in the face of cancer,” McRee says, with a chuckle. And laugh the two did, all the way to a publisher. McRee, when in her first round of cancer treatments, wrote a card series to help those in a situa-tion similar to hers, Support to Go: The

Unbook for the Journey through Breast Cancer. The book was subdivided into cards, McRee says, due to the “fuzzi-ness” she said that typically accompa-nies the chemotherapy. Those undergo-ing treatment can pull a card and feel rejuvenated without compromising their limited focus.

The second edition of the cards includes her daughter’s name on the bottom with hers, as during that point, they were both taking treatment for their cancers.

Amber McRee Turner, first diagnosed at 36 in 2008, then wrote a novel called Sway, which was recently picked up by Disney. She is working on her second novel, set to be released in 2014. For the two, McRee says, it is a reflection of their attitude towards this dark problem to continue to write as well as develop the Flying Colors Network.

“We just have to stay in the moment,” McRee says. Her motto? “Fears fall flat in a face-off with faith and fun.”

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goPINK1. Quick Dry Sport Tank Top; $17 The Breast Cancer Site 2. Spark Baseball Hat; $10 The Breast

Cancer Site 3. Pink Ribbon Rain Boots; $20 The Breast Cancer Site 4. EMC Fall Winter Products; $15 for set of 3 Edward Marc Chocolatier 5. Pink Ribbon Cupcakes; $29/dozen Georgetown

Cupcake 6. Thinkin’ Pink Awareness Bundle; $56 organize.com 7. Sparkle Button Boots; $40 The Breast Cancer Site 10. “Love Life Hope” tee-shirt; $15 The Breast Cancer Site

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OCTOBER FINDS WHOSE PROCEEDS OR A PORTION THEREOF,BENEFIT BREAST CANCER AWARENESS AND THE SEARCH FOR A CURE.

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CLICK October IssuePhoto by Lisa Chapman

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SPIRIT OF SRVS

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HUMANE SOCIETYPAW PRINTS PARTYThe Humane Society of Memphis and Shelby County hosted their largest annual fundraiser on Saturday August 25 at the Clark Opera Memphis Center. The 2012 Paw Prints Party, a night of “bones, blues, paws and booze,” featured music by Front & Beale, as well as dinner and dancing for the 290 in attendance. The proceeds, a total of $61,274, went to benefit those animals cared for by the Humane Society. Through private donations, The Humane Society continues to provide training, affection and socialization to the animals in their care to help them be adopted successfully into new and loving homes. Photos by Lisa Chapman

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PHOTOS: 1 Anne Davis and Ramona Rork 2 Charles Wiemar and Amanda Ivy 3 Rob Harrison and Bonny Kinney 4 Live auction 5 Caiden Britt and Buddy Hart 6 Pam Walker and Alice Dean 7 Ryan and Chelsea Walker 8 Sarah Lusk wins a bag full of money at the auction 9 Tim Tenner and Cindy Austin

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SHOOTING FOR AUTISM

A crowd of 50 gathered for the first annual Shooting for Autism benefit on August 26 at the Willows Hunting Center at Harrah’s Tunica. The event, sponsored by the Horn Lake Chamber of Commerce, the Landers Center and Lenny’s Sub Shop, supported the Autism Society of the MidSouth by promoting awareness for the neurodevelopmental disorder and donating a portion of the proceeds to the organization’s programs. Photos by Mike Lee

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PHOTOS: 1 Barry Simmerman and B.J. Simmerman 2 Chris Lodge and Nick Haynes 3 Paul Porter 4 Ron Scott, Jayson Scott, David Leake and Spike Treadwell 5 Jake 6 Andy Lacy and David Lomax 7 Tara Mohundro and Troy Glasgow 8 David Young and Barry Holbrook 9 Steve Kriese and Brian Cox

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SPITFIRE ACRESGRAND OPENINGOn August 23, Spitfire Acres, the newest event venue in Desoto County, hosted its Grand Opening at 5198 Tchulahoma Road in Southaven. Guests enjoyed wine and a barbeque dinner from Scotty’s, a local catering company. Musicians Johnny Parks and John Austin, as well as the band, Angel Down, played in the background while guests relaxed in the secluded atmosphere of the pool and five-acre retreat. Spitfire Acres’s CEO Barbara Murray and manager Ricky McIntyre were available to answer questions and provide tours of the home and property. Photos by Cassie Smith

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PHOTOS: 1 Demetria Allen, Barbara Murray and Pam Black 2 Niki Miller and Mike Motta 3 Leigh and Kyle Cornish 4 Sue Edwards and Sara Ladeau 5 Kristi Carter and Ricky McIntyre 6 Mary and Waltrell Branch 7 Angel Down 8 Dee Dee Wells and Kelsey Lantrip 9 Patti Ray, Sam Witt, Heather Harrison and Kelly Pouliot

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SPIRIT OF SRVSThe Spirit of SRVS is the biggest fundraising event of the year for SRVS and is a premier party destination for Memphians. What started 14 years ago as an event with less than 100 attendees has grown to a huge event with an auction, delicious food from local vendors and wine tastings. This year, over 600 people attended and more than $130,000 was raised to benefit SRVS. The proceeds from this year will go towards building the SRVS Learning Center, a new center with expanded classrooms, a teaching kitchen, a model apartment, music and media rooms, a computer room, a library, a sensory stimulation room, and a therapy room. The center is part of SRVS new headquarters at 3971 Knight Arnold in Memphis, a facility that will allow SRVS to double the amount of people it can serve. More than 850 people with disabilities are supported by SRVS throughout all of its programs. Photos by Lisa Chapman

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PHOTOS: 1 Janet Schwarz, Leslie Hzddad and Tracy Agostin 2 Ana Belyeu and Tyler Gutherie 3 Donna Mulhern and Kathleen Grissom 4 Mickey and Patty Brigance and Lynola and Toney Dionne 5 Leslie Hactel and Denice Gore 6 Judy Gauthier and Kathy Sapp 7 Pam and Jim Crisplip 8 Debbie Candebat and Teresa Bennett 9 Otha and Teri Brandon

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AT WADFORDS,OUR PHILOSOPHY IS SIMPLE:Our guests are our friends, serve them great consistent food, andalways exceed what they expect.

where the south comes to relax, enjoy great food, great wine & drinks, special friends and a great cigar bar

Open Mic Night every Sat. Night. Great local

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COCHON HERITAGE BBQ FESTIVAL PRE-PROHIBITION ROOFTOP SOIREEThe first annual Cochon Heritage BBQ Festival kicked off on August 31 with the Pre-Prohibition Rooftop Soiree at The Peabody, presented by Duncan-Williams. Nearly 700 people came from across the country to celebrate this three-day, first-of-its-kind celebration of Memphis BBQ and National Bourbon Month. The competition pitted 24 local fine dining teams against each other to produce the city’s best heritage-bred pig BBQ, oysters, bacon and other delectable bites. Photos by Lisa Chapman

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PHOTOS: 1 Pat and Janie Mitchell and Jeanie Johnson 2 Camille Wurtz-Myers and Bess Flynn 3 Emilie Zanger and Kelsey O’Neill 4 Guests on the rooftop 5 Laura Werlin, and Billy Weiss 6 Linda Louks and Paula Rodriguez 7 Martha Rodriguez, Emily Pillars, Natalie Greene, Kayla Owens and Carey Paret 8 Harold and Dianne Cox 9 Tracy Dunah and Lisa Brantley

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THISTLEDOME’S HONEYSUCKLE SOCIETYGRAND OPENING CELEBRATIONThe Byhalia Chamber of Commerce hosted the Grand Opening Celebration for Thistledome’s Honeysuckle Society in Byhalia, Mississippi on July 23. The owners, Todd and Jill Maxwell, have renovated and currently live in the 172 year-old home, a premier site for weddings and special events. The doors to the mansion were opened to the public during this event for people to explore the grounds, enjoy the fully catered dinner and chat amongst friends. In his welcoming speech, Mayor Phil Malone jokingly said, “The nice part of living in a small town is that when you don’t know what you’re doing, someone else does.” The evening included a ribbon cutting, reception and full-service dinner that were enjoyed by all. Photos by Amanda Linton

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PHOTOS: 1 Bill Stone, Leah Grant, Sarah Sawyer and Phil Malone 2 Emma, Lauren Derrick, Ethan, Todd and Jill Maxwell 3 Sarah Sawyer and Montie Hamblin 4 Angie Cannon and Susan Bonds 5 Ethan and Emma Maxwell 6 Catering setup 7 Honeysuckle Society Special Events Hall 8 Ribbon cutting

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Tailgating traditionFANS CELEBRATE THEIR TEAM—WIN OR LOSE—BEFORE AND

AFTER THE GAME IN THIS TIMELESS TRADITION OF TEAM SPIRIT.

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women’shealthA quick guide

on women’s health, fitness and lifestyle issues fromthe MidSouth’s leading healthcare professionals.

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To fight breast cancer, we normally target three receptors. Unfortunately, none of these receptors are found in women with triple negative breast cancer. On a positive note, this

type of breast cancer is typically responsive to chemotherapy. An-other difference is depending on the stage of its diagnosis, triple negative breast cancer can be particularly aggressive and more likely to recur than other subtypes of breast cancer. Doing month-ly self breast examinations and getting an annual mammogram if you are over 35 are the recommended ways to look for warn-ing signs, such as lumps or changes in tissue. Baptist Memorial Hospital-Desoto offers a wealth of cancer diagnostic and treat-ment services including digital mammography and the TrueBeam linear accelerator, an advanced tool that delivers care quickly and comfortably for patients.

ROBIN SIMPSON, RADIOLOGY DIRECTOR BAPTIST MEMORIAL HOSPITAL-DESOTO 5699 Getwell Rd., Southaven, MS 38672 662.349.7743, baptistonline.org/desoto

The Women’s Health and Cancer Rights Act (WHCRA) helps protect many women with breast cancer who

choose to have their breast rebuilt (recon-structed) after a mastectomy. It was signed into law on October 21, 1998. The United States Departments of Labor and Health and Human Services oversee this law.Under the WHCRA, mastectomy benefits must cover:

>>> Reconstruction of the breast that was removed by mastectomy

>>> Surgery and reconstruction of the other breast to make the breasts look symmetrical or balanced after mastectomy

>>> Any external breast prostheses (breast forms that fit into your bra) that are needed before or during the reconstructionNumerous studies have validated the physi-cal and psychological benefits of breast reconstruction. The law not only covers reconstruction of the affected breast, but also procedures on the other breast to obtain a symmetrical appearance (breast lift, reduc-tion or augmentation).

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cal imbalances that predispose individuals to depression. Certain medical conditions, such as thyroid disorder, may mimic depressive disorders, so possible medical or organic causes need to be “ruled out.” Depression affects everyone differently. An accurate diagnosis from providers skilled in the diagnosis and treatment of depression is crucial.It’s important to recognize that even individuals who make healthy lifestyle choices may also suffer from depression. If you know someone who is suffering from what may be depression, then please seek treatment from a quali-fied provider. CNS Healthcare conducts research on new medication for the treatment of depression. There is no fee to participate in a research study and no need for health insurance. Call 901.843.1045 or visit cnshealthcare.com to learn more.

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The solution to a woman’s busy lifestyle is to stay balanced. Having nutritional meals with the right amount of proteins, carbohydrates and good fats is important. Activities such as ball

practice, karate, band, grocery shopping, paying bills and games twice a week, all contribute to poor eating.

Nutritional supplements are a must. Cancer is on the rise because of poor eating habits. Sugars feed cancer. A good “B” complex is a necessity to Women. B3 and B6 help nervous system development and nerve repair. B12 helps with oxygen uptake to tissues. Also, CoQ 10 is a must. It takes out cardiac stress and gives nutrition to the body. Protandim is another great supplement to take. The ingredients take oxidative stress out of the body and reduce free radicals in the blood that lead to tissue breakdown and disease.

Most important is clearing the nervous system so nerves can flow and function 100% to the tissue and organs. Chiropractic manipulation to the spine is one of the most beneficial ways to reduce these nerve interferences. Think about how much healthier a person would be if his/her nerves to the organs had no compression or interference. She would live a longer, healthier and happier life and perform better in activities. If you follow these simple suggestions, a longer, healthier, stress-free life will follow. BRIAN K. HENRY, D.C.Board Certified Chiropractic Physician | District 1 Representative M.C.A. 8220 Goodman Rd., Olive Branch, MS 38654 662.890.5454

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Building Your Family’s LegacyHow to pull off a successful wealth transfer

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Do you have visions of your children someday taking over your family business? Have you worked hard all your life so that your children and heirs would have things easier and better than you did? Or

perhaps you’re the son or daughter in this equation who will someday have the responsibility of the family business and/or assets. Either way, it’s important to realize that it’s not as simple as passing it down and riding off into the sunset.

A recent Forbes article cites that 70 percent of intergenerational wealth transfers fail, according to a 20-year study conducted by The Williams Group of 3,250 families who transferred wealth. That tells us that, the majority of the time, inherited wealth is depleted by heirs at an alarming rate and is totally lost in many cases. And it’s not because they didn’t have the help they needed in the form of attorneys, financial advisors and/or accountants. The answer is quite simple: They didn’t plan appropriately.

Having a plan is the key to being successful in much of life, not least of which is your financial health. We stress the importance of planning to all of our clients, no matter the

scenario they face. Here are a few pieces of advice if your family is in any stage of a current or pending wealth transfer.

1. Talk about it! Our elders are often reluctant to talk about finances with us, their children and/or grandchildren, for a variety of reasons: They may fear being taken advantage of or worry that their kids will get complacent and fail to work hard because of what’s coming to them. But it’s so important to maintain open lines of communication. The study found that family wealth often causes friction and dispute among family members. Being more open with all parties will do more to help dissipate hard feelings than just about anything else.2. Plan! The study found that the major reason for wealth transfer failure was that no post-transition planning had happened. Heirs need to be prepared for the new responsibilities they will face when taking over the family assets. 3. Collaborate. Determine what your family’s goals are, and even consider determining a family mission. If the heirs understand what is important to the people from whom the money came, that will help guide their decisions for how to use it. In fact, a key tactic of families who were successful with their wealth transfers was identifying a family mission and determining a strategy for working toward that mission.A little guidance goes a long way!4. Implement. Having a plan is key, but a plan is only as good as its implementation. You must determine, based on your standard of living, how much you need to live off of and what amount of spending is realistic, and live within those boundaries. Having a trusted financial advisor is extremely helpful in this situation: Having someone help you put “bumpers,” so to speak, on the money, will ensure that it lasts as long as possible. The financial advisory can help you deal with any fears or concerns you have and prepare for hypothetical situations. 5. Give. Involve children and grandchildren in philanthropic and volunteer efforts. This type of activity, especially done together as a family, gives heirs the opportunity to be responsible for something important. No age is too young to make a difference through charity and volunteerism.

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DINING OUT| Photography by Terry Sweeney | Story by Jacob Threadgill |

Memphis Street Café

From Hernando Eateryto the Food Network

When Chris Lee and his wife, Natalia, made

the decision to open Memphis Street Café in

Hernando at the height of the financial crisis

in 2008, they had to deal with a good bit of

skepticism. Four years later, Memphis Street

has been featured on the Food Network and

become an establishment on the Hernando

Square, and Lee is preparing to expand to open

a meat and seafood market. “A lot of people

thought we were crazy back in 2008,” Lee says.

“I couldn’t be happier.”

There was never any doubt for Lee when

it came to operating his own restaurant. It is

seemingly encoded into his DNA. Some of his

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earliest memories revolve around going to his

Grandmother Ruth’s restaurant, Burkle’s Bak-

ery, which was an institution in the Overton

Square area of Memphis for over 40 years.

The days when he would sneak into the

kitchen at Burkle’s to steal a sweet treat had

a profound impact on Lee’s career path. “It

started with my grandmother’s restaurant,”

Lee says. “I always wanted to be a chef. It was

in my blood.”

His formal culinary education began at

Johnson and Wells in Charleston, S.C., and

upon graduation, he was accepted into a

graduate program at the prestigious Cordon

Blue School in London, where he graduated

in 1992. “At the Cordon Blue, we concentrated

on classic French cuisine, sauces, stocks, and

preparation of meats,” Lee says. “It was more

hands-on than the American school and the

instructors were from all over the world.”

During his time in London, Lee was able to

travel into Europe, where trips to Holland

and Belgium left indelible impressions on

the 21-year-old for new cultural and cooking

styles. He was eager to bring his new-found

education back to the MidSouth.

Lee’s first job was as an executive chef at

Clarksdale Country Club in the Delta. He also

worked at McEwen’s in Memphis, he was the

first chef at Bonne Terre in Nesbit, and was a

specialty chef at Fitzgerald’s Casino in Tunica

until he decided to open Memphis Street. “I

couldn’t sit in a cubicle for eight hours a day,”

he says. “I like to be on my feet interacting

with people. I think that was a big rea-

son for opening Memphis Street.”

Customers enter Memphis Street

Café, located on the North side of the

Hernando Square, by walking down a

set of stairs to find a warm and welcom-

ing environment plastered with local

art on the walls. The menu is primarily

sandwiches, salads, soups and a few

specialty entrees that showcase influ-

ences for Lee and his wife. The most

popular item on the menu is a Reuben

sandwich, which includes house-made

sauerkraut and corned beef, using

techniques Lee picked up at Cordon

Blue. Entrees show the range from his

time in Charleston (Shrimp and Grits) to

his wife’s Russian upbringing (Stuffed

cabbage rolls).

Other popular menu items include:

savory crepes, shrimp and catfish Po’

boys, manicotti, and roasted chicken

salad served on a croissant. Open for

lunch during the week, Memphis Street

is open for dinner on Friday and Sat-

urday night and always includes a few

specialty dinner items.

“We have a great customer base,” Lee

says. “See a lot of the same faces, those

regulars keep us open. We do a lot of ca-

tering, rotary club and weddings, dinner

functions that has been really strong.” It

is that set of regulars who Lee can also

thank for Memphis Street’s appearance

on the popular Food Network program,

“Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives.” Producers

from the show received enough emails

from happy customers asking for an

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appearance on the show, they contacted Lee and asked

him to submit recipes for consideration by the show’s

host, Guy Fieri.

Fieri selected Lee’s specialty desert, a banana bread

fosters, to be the featured item in the segment. Film

crews were at the restaurant for two days. “It was a

great experience for us, laid back and down to earth

and made it real comfortable for us.”

The show’s host, Fieri, has become a celebrity since

the show’s premier in 2006. He hosts two shows on the

food network as well as a game show on NBC. “You

would never know when you talk to him,” Lee says. “He

really enjoys what he does; he has the greatest job ever

and meets lots of people.”

Memphis Street’s segment on the show first aired in

early August but continues in syndication. Lee admits

he might have underestimated the impact of a four-

minute appearance on the Food Network. Our business

picked up; it was good before, but it has increased.

There are a lot of people coming down 55 and 40 be-

cause they saw us on TV. There is an iPhone app that

shows where all of the DDD locations are across the

country. It’s amazing to have people travel just to eat

here.”

Lee said he has met people from California, Florida,

and Louisiana who have

traveled to Hernando be-

cause of the show. The suc-

cess associated Memphis

Street’s involvement with

the food network has given

Lee the impetus to act on

a long-standing desire to

open a fresh meat and sea-

food market in Hernando.

“It’s frustrating some-

times because it’s hard to

find a good cut of meat

or fresh seafood without

going to Memphis,” Lee

said. “Quality is going to be

very high, but we will be

able to keep prices com-

petitive.” The plan for the

still-unnamed market is to

open by mid-October in the

shopping center next to the

UPS Store across from the

McDonald’s on Commerce

Street.

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Traditional meats like steak, pork,

lamb and veal will be available in ad-

dition to quail and alligator. Fresh sea-

food will vary, depending on the catch,

and there will be in-house made sau-

sage. The market will also sell gourmet

cheeses, oils, vinegars, and high-gravity

beer. There will also be a quick lunch

counter selling hot sandwiches, soups

and salads.

In between getting his new market

ready to open, Lee says he is work-

ing on a fall overhaul for the menu at

Memphis Street. He relies on locally

grown vegetables over the summer and

wants to incorporate as much winter

produce as possible.

He said the 60- to 75-hour work

weeks have been rewarding.

“I’m living the dream,” Lee says.

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ississippi is a state that is especially gifted

in finding value in heritage and preserva-

tion, and nowhere is this more evident

than at Don Jordan’s turn-of-the century

farmhouse country getaway in Lafayette

County, Mississippi. Wood salvaged from the prop-

erty’s original barn was reclaimed to grace the home’s

walls and the dining room table was hewn from a

pre-Civil war tree—all examples of how this modest,

beautifully crafted home tells a story of times past.

After deciding to purchase the 220-acre farmland,

Jordan was looking for something more than just a

large home. “I was going to build a large house over-

looking one of the lakes,” he says, “but after inspecting

the little farm house and noting its old-time charm,

I decided to expand and improve it.” The farm was

owned by the Taylor family from Water Valley and it

was their sustainable building efforts that first at-

tracted Jordan to the property. “Part of the charm was

that the beams under the old section of the house

were hand hewn from sweet gum trees on the prop-

erty,” says Jordan.

Expanded and restored by Richard McLeran, a

carpenter and longtime friend of the owner, the 1905

home certainly needed a lot of work. With the help

of designer Joe Tice of Joe Tice Interiors in Memphis,

Jordan was able to achieve a re-imagined rustic charm

that proved the value of up-cycling and offered all

the conveniences of modern living. “I selected this

location for several reasons, including its proximity

to my home in Memphis, and to Oxford, which is only

15 minutes.” Jordan enjoys being close to Oxford due

to its treasure trove of restaurants and other shops

around the square, and is an avid Ole Miss fan.

When he isn’t enjoying Oxford, he’s boot-deep in

the vast natural resources his land has to offer. “I go

nearly every week to fish in one of the four ponds that

are stocked with Bream and Bass and are profession-

ally managed, or to hunt the wild turkey.” He also

mentions the abundance of deer and dove in season

and his hunting and trapping skills are evident by

the stuffed bobcat on the wall. “Bobcats are rather

common in the country and are mostly nocturnal. We

caught this rather large one that was wreaking havoc

on our young turkeys and quail.”

Besides the game on the wall, the dining room table

gets the most compliments. It seats twelve comfort-

ably and was handmade by master craftsman Harry

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Lafayette County’s reclaimed history

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Reclaimed wood from the property’s original barn provides an up-cycled backdrop for a family heirloom clock on the mantelpiece.

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Gayden from a beam of heart pine that

pre-dates the Civil War and was retrieved

from a gin in South Carolina. “Harry

butterflied the cut to make the grain of

the wood match beautifully,” says Jordan.

“He used primitive tools and distressed

the wood in the old tradition.”

Anderson Hardwood Floors in Clin-

ton, SC, whose local distributor is BPI in

Memphis, manufactured the beautifully

crafted cherry hardwood floors. Stand-

ing in contrast to the grey rock of the

great room’s stone-faced fireplace, an

antique clock commands attention as the

centerpiece of the mantle. Jordan’s first

memories of that clock are from when he

was a young boy in 1932, as he watched

it on his grandfather’s farm in Kosciusko.

“There was no electricity or heat, except

for a fireplace,” he says. “I would lay

on the feather mattress in a room and

watch my grandparents as they would sit

and rock in front of a roaring fire, and I

would listen to the old pendulum swing

back and forth.”

The rest of the property surrounding

the home has been given the same at-

tention as the main structure. The ponds,

food plots, gardens and orchards sur-

rounding the farm were built and con-

tinued to be maintained by the owner’s

friend, Sammy Bailey and his sidekick,

Billy Bing. The patio received the same

up-cycled treatment as much of the

wood and furniture within the home,

and was built from handmade bricks

from a brick yard in Holly Springs—bricks

that are no longer being made and add

the unique character of the place.

The results of hours of labor and lov-

ing restoration have made this historic,

country farmhouse a unique portrayal

of its owner, the heritage of Lafayette

County, and the creativity of the people

who settled there. The home and sur-

rounding grounds hearken to a time

when craftsmen built things to last and

took a resourceful, sustainable approach

in their work before it was even politi-

cally correct to do so.

Above: A comfortable nook offers the perfect spot for reading the daily paper. Right: “The patio received

the same up-cycled treatment as much of the wood and furniture within the home, and was built from

handmade bricks from a brick yard in Holly Springs—bricks that are no longer being made and add the

unique character of the place.”

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The dining room table comfortably seats 12 and was handmade by master craftsman Harry Gayden from a beam of heart pine that pre-dates the Civil War. Opposite page (right): The bobcat on the wall was trapped and killed by the owner, himself.

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Left: Historic art graces the walls above antique furniture.

Right: The porch invites a cool sip of lemonade.

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BradleeSloan2529 Caffey St., Hernando

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LEFT TO RIGHT: PUFFY COAT $68, GUITAR TEE $36, JEANS $46, JACK ANNA BEANSTALK. SHOES $48, LITTLE FEET. GRAY AND RED FLORAL COAT $104, JACK ANNA BEANSTALK. FLOWER BOW $11, TIGHTS $48, BOOTS $45, LITTLE FEET. STRIPED LONG SLEEVE TEE $16, FEDORA $14, JEANS $46, JACK ANNA BEANSTALK. SHOES $64, LITTLE FEET. FUR COAT $144, JEANS $48, JACK ANNA BEANSTALK. UGG BOOTS $93, LITTLE FEET. PUFF VEST $48, PLAID BUTTON-DOWN $34, RED AND BLUE STRIPED TEE $20, CARGO PANT $34, JACK ANNA BEANSTALK. SPERRY SHOES $28, LITTLE FEET.

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DUCK OUTFIT $43, SPECIAL DAZE. STRIPED SHOES $44, LITTLE FEET

LEFT TO RIGHT: DRESS AND BROWN POLKA DOT PANT $60, SPECIAL DAZE. SILVER SHOES $58, LITTLE FEET. FEATHER HAIR CLIP $5, SPECIAL DAZE. PATTERNED TOP WITH YELLOW COLLAR AND CUFFS $46, PINK PANT $32, JACK ANNA BEANSTALK. PINK SHOES $58, LITTLE FEET. PURPLE PATTERNED TOP WITH GREEN PANT $62, JACK ANNA BEANSTALK. FLORAL SHOES $56, LITTLE FEET. PINK FLORAL TOP $46, DENIM PANT $36, JACK ANNA BEANSTALK. FLORAL SHOES $56, LITTLE FEET

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| By Dennis R. Heinze | Photography courtesy of Morgan Gates |

southerncomfortdisVISIT THESE MISSISSIPPI SITES FOR A HAUNTINGLY GOOD TIME THIS HALLOWEEN SEASON

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hen Halloween season arrives every year and stores start stocking

their shelves with masks, plastic pumpkins and candy corn, it’s time

to hit the road to search out all things haunted, and Mississippi offers

some particularly spirited sites.

While about one-third of Americans think ghosts exist, according to

an Associated Press poll, you don’t have to believe to enjoy these sites,

including a cemetery, antebellum homes and century-old ruins. With

interesting tales and hauntingly beautiful scenery, these destinations

are fascinating any time of year, but they are especially compelling

when there’s a chill in the air and thoughts of specters in the night.

Friendship Cemetery Founded in 1849 on a five-acre plot of land, Friendship Cemetery in

Columbus is on the National Register of Historic Places. This histori-

cal graveyard, which has grown to 65 acres, contains the gravestones

of many important residents from Columbus’ history, as well as

people who helped shape the history of Mississippi and the nation.

Additionally, there are veterans of nearly every major conflict buried

there, from the American Revolution to the Vietnam War. Many of the

veterans buried include Civil War soldiers. In fact, an early memorial

ceremony honoring the more than 2,000 Civil War soldiers entombed

in Friendship Cemetery has been credited as the forerunner of the

modern Memorial Day holiday. Situated on a scenic bluff overlooking

the Tombigbee River, the cemetery offers a peaceful place to stroll. The

marble and granite headstones, some of which are works of art, stand

as quiet remembrances of those who came before.

However, apparently not all of the occupants are resting. Legend has

it that the ghost of a Confederate soldier has been seen patrolling the

graves, guarding his fallen brethren. In addition, one of the most

visited markers in the cemetery is that of Rev. Thomas Teasdale,

whose headstone features a weeping angel draped over

the monument. The angel, who is said to cross its arms

differently at midnight, was added by his adoring

congregation to demonstrate how distraught

they were at his passing. Some visitors say

that if you grasp the angel’s outstretched

hand, it feels warm and soft like a

person’s hands.

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city and tales of ghostly sightings and

supernatural experiences. Among the

sites are the Old Court House Museum,

the McNutt House Bed and Breakfast

Tour Home and a host of beautiful

antebellum mansions with striking

architecture. “There’s an incredibly

layered amount of history in Vicksburg,”

says Morgan Gates, owner of Haunted

Vicksburg, adding that he participates

as a guide and explains the city’s early

years on the tours. “We call it ‘history,

mystery and more.’ ”

Tour guests report experiencing

cold chills and the sensation of be-

ing touched, Gates says. On one tour,

an object fell off of a shelf, and after

it was returned to its spot, it topped

over again. On yet another tour, a door

swung open without anyone standing

near it. “You don’t have to be a believer

(in ghosts) but a lot of people who come

on the tours as nonbelievers end up

believers,” he says.

During the Columbus Spring Pil-

grimage, the cemetery hosts Tales

from the Crypt, a dramatization

put on by history students at the

Mississippi School for Mathemat-

ics and Science. The authentically

costumed students present mono-

logues near the graves of those

they are portraying to bring their

stories to life. Columbus is located

in east-central Mississippi. For

more details about the cemetery,

call (662) 328-2569 or visit thec-

ityofcolumbusms.org.

Haunted Vicksburg Of all the cities in Mississippi,

it is Vicksburg that is perhaps

the most haunted. Some say that

ghosts from the Civil War still

march through its streets. Fighting

in and around Vicksburg lasted

nearly a year, and during the siege

of Vicksburg from May 19 through

July 4, 1863, Gen. Ulysses S. Grant’s

armies converged on the city,

entrapping a Confederate army

under Lt. Gen. John Pemberton. On

July 4, Vicksburg surrendered, but

not before nearly 20,000 soldiers

lost their lives from both sides.

In addition to its Civil War

strife, the city also saw its share

of bloody duels, tragic steamboat

sinkings, diseases, the lynching

of gamblers and more. It’s not

surprising, then, that many people

believe the grievous incidents in

the city’s history gave rise to a

haunted future. Helping to shine a

light on the city’s ghostly myster-

ies is Haunted Vicksburg, which of-

fers narrated walking and driving

tours. The Ghost Walk begins and

ends at the small circle park at

the corner of Monroe and Grove in

Vicksburg, which is perched high

on bluffs overlooking the Missis-

sippi River. Offered on weekends

from March through October, the

tours explore about a dozen blocks

of the town.

During the tours, knowledge-

able and enthusiastic guides regale

visitors with the history of the

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These destinations are

fascinating any time of

year, but they are

especially compelling

when there’s a chill in the air.

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The walking tours are $20

for adults and $18 for children

12 and under. While the tours

are offered on weekends only,

groups of six or more can sched-

ule any night with advance

reservations. The driving tours,

which take visitors to other

sites in the city on weeknights,

are offered year-round and

cost $25 for adults and $23 for

children. Additionally, a tour of

Vicksburg National Military Park

for $35 is offered once a month.

Vicksburg is located in western

Mississippi, about 60 miles west

of Jackson. For more details, call

601.618.6031 or visit haunted-

vicksburg.com.

Ruins of Windsor The skeleton of one of the

state’s most lavish Greek Revival

mansions is all that remains

of Windsor, which Mark Twain

once compared to a college

because of its size. Located

near Port Gibson in southwest

Mississippi, the Ruins of Wind-

sor are composed of 23 fluted

Corinthian columns that stand

as silent sentinels of the site’s

rich history. Built before the eve

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of the Civil War, the magnificent mansion

was constructed for Smith Coffee Daniell

II, a wealthy planter. The plantation once

contained more than 2,600 acres and the

home was massive for its era, with 25

rooms and 25 fireplaces.

Reflecting the height of Southern life

at the time, the mansion had elaborate

furnishings, wrought iron staircases and

even tanks in the attic to supply water to

the interior baths. Yet the home saw its

share of strife. The region was a hotbed

for Civil War troop movements, so during

the conflict, Confederate troops may have

used an observatory atop the house to

watch for Yankee advances. Then, at one

point during the war, the Union Army took

control of the house and turned it into a

hospital.

While the mansion survived the war, a

carelessly dropped cigarette led to a fire

that reduced it to ashes in 1890. Descen-

dants of the Daniells said the fire started

at about 3 p.m., while they had gone to

pick up the mail, and when they returned,

flames were shooting from the roof. Today,

the stately columns topped with elaborate

cast iron caps rise from a quiet clearing off

a gravel road—all remnants of the ante-

bellum South. But some visitors have seen

more than stone.

Legend has it that a Union soldier who

died there, possibly one of the patients in

the hospital, still haunts the site. Some

visitors have reported seeing the soldier

in full uniform walking amid the columns.

For more details, call the Mississippi De-

partment of Archives and History, which

oversees the site, at 601.446.6502. For

directions or information about the area,

call the Chamber of Commerce of Port

Gibson at 601.437.4351 or visit portgib-

sononthemississippi.com.

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Whether you believe in ghosts or just

believe in enjoying an autumn getaway,

hit the road for some hauntingly good fun

this fall. Even if you don’t experience the

supernatural, you can experience some

superb scenery, history and attractions.

________________________________

Dennis R. Heinze is regional editor of the

AAA Southern Traveler magazine.

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• Haunt your door.

For a grand entrance,

give your guests something to talk about

with flying bats, ghosts or even a talking spirit.

• Focus on Treats. After all, this is Halloween! Go over the

top with lots of sweets and goodies. Have to-go boxes so guests can take home treats

for later.

• Get creative. Have a

mixology bar so guests can try

different concoctions. Use an online bar calcula-

tor to help you figure out the proper amount of alcohol/

mixers needed and test out any recipes ahead of time.

• Dress the part. Halloween is all about costumes so

vamp it up or declare

a theme like “Groovy

70s” or “Rockin’ 80s.” The more you get

guests involved, the more fun the party will be! Take it up a

notch — have a costume contest with awards for best and worst

costumes.• Host a Spooky Scavenger

Hunt. Hide clues in gory places, outside and after dark.

TricksorTreats| Photography by Peter Conrey | Story by Anna Peterson |

Fall is a time of multi-hued leaves drifting to the ground, sweaters dragged out of storage, spells of hot and cold weather, Halloween decorations littering neighborhoods and

costumes overflowing in aisles of supermarkets and drug stores. While the Halloween of childhood is filled with a single-minded desire to conquer local houses for candy plunder, grown-up Halloween is a holiday primed for party going. Parents socialize with each other as their children abandon them for the land of candy, whereas adults who find themselves without children have a completely different celebration.

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Give kids flashlights as a favor

and be sure to have an adult

helping each team.• Decorate Cookies. Make sugar cookies like the ones

pictured and let kids have fun decorating them. Create a décor

station with icing, sprinkles and candy. Create gingerbread house haunted mansions for a

fun extra.

A little bit spooky

a whole lot of fun

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RECIPESCandy CordialAdapted from FoodNetwork.comSERVES 4

INGREDIENTS1/2 cup candy corn1 1/2 cup vodka2 tbsp Grand MarnierJuice of 1 LemonLemon-Lime SodaCandy Corn, for garnishINSTRUCTIONSCombine the candy corn and vodka in an airtight container. Set aside for at least 3 hours. Strain. Combine the can-dy corn vodka, orange liquor and lemon juice in a large measuring cup. Add a splash of lemon-lime soda and stir. Pour into chilled martini glasses and garnish with candy corn.

Sugar CookiesAdapted from JoyofBaking.comYIELDS 36 Cookies

INGREDIENTS3 cups all purpose flour1/2 tsp salt1 tsp baking soda1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature1 cup granulated white sugar2 large eggs2 tsp pure vanilla extractINSTRUCTIONSIn separate bowl, whisk together flour, salt and baking soda. With electric (or

hand) mixer, beat the butter and sugar until fluffy (about 3 minutes). Add eggs and vanilla. Beat until combined. Add flour mixture. Beat until smooth dough is formed. Divide dough in half. Wrap each half in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm enough to roll.

Preheat oven to 350°F, placing rack in center of oven. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.

Take one half portion of chilled dough from the refrigerator. On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough to a thickness of 1/4 inch. (Keep turning dough as you roll, making sure it does not stick to counter.) Cut out desired shapes using lightly floured cookie cutter. Transfer cookies to baking sheet. Place baking sheets with dough in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to chill dough and to prevent cookies from loosing shape when baking. (Note: if you are not go-ing to frost the baked cookies, you can sprinkle unbaked cookies with sparkling sugar).

Bake cookies for 8-10 minutes or until edges start to brown. Remove from oven and let cookies cool for a few minutes before transferring to wire rack to finish cooling. Frost with royal icing, if desired. Be sure to let royal icing dry completely before storing. (This may take several hours or overnight.)

Frosted cookies will keep several days in an airtight container. Store between layers of parchment or wax paper.

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Royal Icing with Meringue PowderAdapted for JoyofBaking.com

INGREDIENTS4 cups confectioners’ sugar3 tbsp meringue powder1/2 tsp extract (vanilla, lemon, al-mond)1/2-3/4 cup warm waterINSTRUCTIONSWith electric (or hand) mixer, beat sugar and meringue powder until combined. Add water and beat on medium/high speed until glossy and stiff peaks form (about 5 minutes). If necessary, add more powdered sugar or water. Add food coloring, if desired. Icing should be used im-mediately or transferred to an airtight to prevent hardening.HINT: To cover the entire surface of the cookie with icing, the proper con-sistency is determined by lifting the beater. If the ribbon of icing that falls back into the bowl remains on the surface of the icing for a few seconds before disappearing, the icing is the correct consistency.

qSOURCESDesign:Social Butterflies, LLC 901.828.9321, sb-events.comPhotography:Peter Conreypfconrey.comCookies and Push-Up Cake Pops:Oh My Ganache Bakery901.854.7022,ohmyganachebakery.com

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qSOURCESDesign:Social Butterflies, LLC 901.828.9321, sb-events.comPhotography:Peter Conreypfconrey.comCookies and Push-Up Cake Pops:Oh My Ganache Bakery901.854.7022,ohmyganachebakery.com

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OCTOBER 2012

Here are just a few events you won’t want to miss!

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OCTOBER 4Alan Jackson in concert7 p.m.Snowden Grove Amphitheater, 6275 Snowden Ln., Southaventicketmaster.com

OCTOBER 4 Salvation Army Wom-en’s Auxiliary’s “Leg-ends” of Memphis – fundraiser honoring many Memphis legends and benefit-ting The Salvation Army in the Greater Memphis Area.6:30 p.m., Clark Opera Mem-phis Center. Linda K. Miller at 901.767.2878, [email protected]

OCTOBER 4 King BiscuitBlues Festival 11 A.M., HELENA-WEST ARKANSAS870.572.5223, KINGBISCUITFESTIVAL.COM

October 4, 11Fall Hootenan-ny Hoedown7 p.m. – 9 p.m.Old Towne Olive Branch, Pigeon Roost Rd.olivebranchold-towne.com

October 5-72012 Mistletoe Mer-chantsFriday: 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Saturday: 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Sunday: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.Agricenter Internation-al, 7777 Walnut Grove Rd., Memphisthemarketshows.com

Live at the Garden presents: Bonnie Raitt8:00 P.M.-11:00 P.M., MEMPHIS BOTANIC GARDEN901.636.4187, MEM-PHISBOTANICGARDEN.COM

October 6MidSouth Heart Walk 8 a.m., Autozone Park901.383.5406, midsouth-heartwalk.org

October 635th Annual Olive Branch Octoberfest9 a.m. – 4 p.m.Olive Branch City Park Auditorium, 305 College St., Olive Branch662.895.5219, obms.usOctober 6

October 6First annual 5K Walk/Run Family Fall Fest ben-efitting Lupus Foundation of America, Memphis Chapter10 a.m. – 3 p.m.Overton Park, Memphislupusmemphis.org, 901.458.5302

October 6Great Bowls of Fire: First annual chili cook-off10:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.Exceptional Foundation of West TN, Memphis901.387.5003

Passion PitMinglewood Hall, Memphis901.312.6058, minglewoodhall.com

Literacy MidSouth Super Gala

7:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m. 902 S. Cooper St., Memphisliteracymidsouth.org

October 11-13Autumn in the Park Fall Festival4 p.m.Latimer Lakes Park, 5633 Tulane Rd., Horn Lake662.342.3469

The American Cancer Society’s 12th annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer8 a.m.Laurelwood Shopping Cen-ter, Poplar and Perkins Extd. cancer.org, 901.729.3586

AvettBrothers

MUD ISLAND AMPHITHEATER, 8:00 P.M.901.525.1515, TICKETMASTER.COM

October 14Shelby Farms

Greenline Half Marathon

8 a.m. , Shelby Farms Green-line, 901.767.7275, nwilson@

shelbyfarmspark.com

BOTANICAL BIERGARTENMemphis Botanic Garden6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.901.636.4187, memphisbotanicgarden.com

October 6

27October 27Pumpkinfest & Chili cook-off

9 a.m. – 4 p.m.Olive Branch Old Towne,

Pigeon Roost Rd.DeeDee Erfurdt,

662.893.0888, olive-brancholdtowne.com

ART ON FIRE

DIXON GALLERY & GARDENS5:00 P.M.- 10:30 P.M.901.761.5280, DIXON.ORG

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Elain HareOUTTAK

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF MEMPHIS-MIDSOUTH CHAPTER SUSAN G. KOMEN FOUNDATION

What inspired you to become part of the Susan G. Komen foundation?A good friend of mine was on the Board of Directors and contacted me when they began their search for their first Executive Director. She encouraged me to consider the position. I am a life-long volunteer and have had many friends affected by breast cancer so I understood the need. I did some research and learned that Susan G. Komen for the Cure was the leader in the fight against breast cancer and that a majority of the important strides made in research for better care, longer survival rates and finding a cure were funded by Komen grants. I also was amazed at the millions of dollars that the local affiliate has given to the MidSouth’s hospitals, health centers and education programs, and I was sold.

What is your favorite thing about fall in Memphis?The changing of the season from hot to cool and the wonderful colors of the leaves makes Memphis a lovely place to be in the fall. Memphis is as far north as I have ever lived, so to me, we have a beautiful autumn.

If you had a year off work with pay, what would you do? The same thing I am doing now! I have always volunteered and can’t imagine not being a part of a community project.

What is the one thing you look most forward to each day? My first cup of coffee and turning on my laptop: I check our fundraising thermometer first thing each morning and it is the last thing I do each night, so from April until December, I am happy watching us climb to our goal.

Do you have any advice for aspiring businesswomen?Not that I follow this very well, but take some time for yourself. It is like they instruct on airplanes—put the mask on yourself first so that you can help others. It really is okay to say “no,” and important to remember we can’t always be everything to everyone, so set your priorities and stick to them. Also, follow-through on commitment is everything, so saying “no” when you can’t fit something into your schedule isn’t a weakness; it is a sign of leadership.

What aspect of your work inspires you to continue working towards a world free of breast cancer? A breast cancer diagnosis is always sad, but seeing the young women in their 20s and 30s get it and fight to survive drives me daily. That there are women in our community who find a lump but have no funds or insurance to pay for a mammogram is something that keeps me focused to keep raising dollars. It really is all about how much we can raise so that we do two things: give funds to national breast cancer research and give the rest to our community for screening, treatment and education.

Whose leadership encourages you? Margaret Thatcher. She led with grace and purpose.

Photo by Detric Stanciel

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