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MHH is a laid back mostly country style publication promoting primarily mom and pop small businesses across the north Georgia and surrounding areas. Outdoor recreation, green ideas and home remedies are sprinkled among the map and advertisers... it's a new and evolving publication put together each month. The theme is outdoorsy, friends and family time... and hand made creativity. As it grows, so will the content in more categories.TRANSCRIPT
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Volume 1, Issue 6
September 2010
free Map inside includes emergency care
Blind Pig & The Acorn - p. 3 by “Tipper” Pressley
Lasting Marriage - p. 9by Carol Hatcher
Wildcrafting - p. 4 by Eve Miranda
Use our Map for Fun & Safety, In case of an accident & no cell service, find a Hospital nearby.
Have Fun. Be Safe.
MHH
ARTsMUSICcraftsLEISUREfestivalSmtn. BIKINGmotorcyclinghorseback ridingoUTDOOR SPORTING & More random stuff.
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Mountain Home & HobbiesDistributed inNorth Georgia & Surrounding Areas
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OPEN: Tuesday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am - 2:00pm
753 South Hwy 515, Jasper, GA 30143
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566 Murphy Highway Suite 102Blairsville, GA [email protected]
706-745-6905 - Offi ce706-781-9705 - Direct
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BACKS UP TO USFS w/year round mtn. views from this wonderful & spacious cabin with 3BR-2.5BA all wood interior & comes fully furnished. Just a shade over 3 AC and great privacy. GREAT RENTAL POTENTIAL Ask for MLS #201790 for only $234,900.
FOX LAKE S/D 2 LOTS which front Fox Lake & adjacent to prestigious Old Union Golf Course of Owen Glen where membership is an option. Enjoy the common area with community house, pavilion, and garden area. MLS #199370 for $104,900 each
2 DWELLINGS ON 4.74 AC w/nice � owing sm creek & plenty of privacy. Did Daniel Boone live in the rustic log cabin?? 2nd house is built over a travel trailer. Also has 20 � . storage bldg, muscadine & blueberry bushes among other hardwoods. MLS #201799 $149,900
GREAT REFURBISHED 3BR/3BA w/full bsmnt which is 99% � n-ished &could have mother-in-law suite. Conveniently located to Blairsville or Murphy, NC. Large family room o� big kitchen, brick-front � replace w/gas logs. MLS #202433 for $159,900.
MIXED TONGUE & GROOVE & drywall in this 2/2 on 1.04 Ac. Basement partially � nished w/one car garage, wood � oors throughout, real woodburning � replc, wrap-around porch, screened porch. Easy care yard with paved driveways. MLS #200924 only $259,900
ADD HORSES to this 13 Ac w/beautiful country home w/3 car gar, 2-story 6-stall barn w/tack rm, 3-bay equipt bldg, fenced pastures, 2 lg ponds, bordered X 2 creeks. Hardi-Plank siding & rock columns on house & exterior � replace. MLS #202055 only $695,000
COMPLETELY REFURBISHED HOME w/creek on 2.9 AC. Ev-erything new inside and out. New kitchen cabinetry w/granite counters, stainless appliances & htg.& air system, full � nished basement w/new laundry rm and paved driveway. MLS #200489 only $224,900
INCOME PRODUCING DUPLEX APARTMENTS. Finished new in 2008. Each side has spacious 2 BR/2BA, kit w/all appliances, gas log � replace, and laundry room. Hardi-Plank exterior, close to downtown & medical facilities. MLS #202862 only $189,900
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Mountain Home & Hobbies Magazine
MOUNTAIN HOME & HOBBIESis a Monthly Publication produced by
Rightsell Advertising, LLCCreated and Distributed by
Catherine “Cat” Rightsell & Ricky CarrollEmail: [email protected]
Deadline for Advertising:
NExt IssuE oct. DuE by 09/15/1010,000 copies printed/distributed in
N. Georgia for FREE pick-up. Not responsible for errors in advertisements. Opinions in articles may not reflect that of
publisher, advertisers or any affiliates. Advertisers to supply original art and content for published
articles and advertisements. Publisher retains the right to refuse any article or advertisement for print. For Entertainment only. No guarantee of
accuracy on information provided, nor warranty on any products or services, it is up to consumer to investigate for validity before purchasing any items
or services listed or advertised in the Mountain Home and Hobbies publication.
Call Rick to AdvertiseSales: 828-644-4093
Check us out! We’re trying something New! On the cover MHH (Mountain Home & Hobbies) we are hitting up the good city folk now for stories and advertising... No surprise that there are tons of outdoor liesure things to do in the city; outfitter stores, parks and recreation, as well. But my heart will alway be in the mountains, to help keep you mom & pops in the public eye as much as possible. And why not?! If you’re like me you’re kinda torn between city and country life... they both have their perks. Most country folk visit the city from time to time and the beautiful north Georgia mountain area is one of the best nature escapes for any city-dweller.Keep us in mind for your advertising needs, any kind of print or web work. Thanks for your support. Cat & Rick
64 Tocooa Ave Suite BMcCaysville, GA 30555 PO Box 64 | 706-964-6892
FISHING DECORGREAT GIFT FOR THE PERSON WHO HAS EVERYTHING!
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Over the past few days-a feeling of fall has arrived in the Southern Highlands of Appalachia. The time between the end of summer and when fall truly begins isn’t one of my favorite times of the year. Most of the gar-den-veggies and flowers-are at the end of their life cycle. The landscape takes on a look of death as it begins to die back for a season of sleep. As each summer ends, I find myself saving seeds just like Granny taught me. Although, I’ve read detailed instructions for seed saving-I use the simple method Granny did. For most of the flowers-I look for dried blossoms-pulling them apart to reveal the seeds. This method works well with Marigolds, Zinnias, Purple Coneflowers, Black-eyed Susans, and Cosmos. Read more online... by visiting:
www.blindPigandtheAcorn.com - By Appalachian Blogger, Tipper
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Tues - Fri 10-5Sat - 10 to 1
Closed Sundays, Mondays & Holidays
VILLAGE BOUTIQUE
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WILDCRAFTING With Eve Miranda
St. Francis of Assisi Church Women’s GuildAnnual Fashion Show Luncheon
Silhouettes of AutumnAug. 28, 2010 11am - 2pmMarian Hall at Parish Center2839 Young Harris Hwy. Blairsville, GA$15 AdmissionDoor prizes - Drawings
Pleurisy Root (Asclepias tuberosa)Butterfl yweed, Wnd Root, Tuber RootParts Used: Dried roots
This plant was named after the Greek God of Medicine - Asclepias, related to Apollo. The American doctors long ago gave great respect to this plant because of its ability to save lives. Its chief value is in bronchial and pulmonary complaints. Its powerful sweat inducing and expectorant properties have ensured that it continues to be used for colds, fl u, and respiratory problems. The native people still use it to treat pleurisy and deep chest infections. We use one teaspoon of chopped, dried roots to one pint of boiling water, for fi fteen minutes. Then we add some licorice, mullein, elderberry to the mix, and let it steep for another ten minutes. Strain and drink one cup twice a day till relieved. I also include this plant in my landscaping because of its brilliant orange fl owers and its ability to attract butterfl ies, hence another
common name, butterfl y weed.
If you have more questions about
old time herbal remedies, you may fi nd Eve at Serenity Shoppe in
Andrews where among other local hand crafted items are sold, you may fi nd some of the following:
SILK FLOWERS & ARRANGEMENTSSaddles with or without matching Urns, Urns, Funeral Sprays, and
Sprays on Bricks. Decorating Flow-ers now available.
compare our quality and prices against all other
shops and major outlets and you will discover that We
Are the best!We also decorate for 25th & 50th Wedding Anniversaries, Coming
out Parties, Showers, Weddings, etc. Feel free to stop in to see the selec-tions available or call to set up an appointment for special orders.
Located behind Darlene’s Produce at 19 Graham Street, Andrews NC
Open 11am - 5pm Mon - Sat.
828-557-7429
Serenity Shoppe in Andrews NC
Eve MirandaHerbalist Healer
Remedies here claim no cures nor substitue for medical/doctor care.
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Alpine HelenClose-Up Map
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**See Page 9
8537 Main St. Helen GA
Helen
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Owners, Benny & Jettie Cone [email protected]
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NICE CHAPS.
You’ll Look Sensational in Chattahoochee Biker Gear
Magic & MischiefMagic Tricks, Pranks & Novelties
Helen, GA 706-878-005 *See Back cover
Hofbrau Restaurant & Riverfront Hotel9001 Main Street Helen GA
1-800-830-3977(reservations)
www.riverfronthotel.com**See Page 8
Alpine HelenClose-Up Map
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All meals served with Baked Potato, French Fries, or Rice, Salad and
Home Made BreadHelen, GA
Helen map by White County chamber helenga.org
**See Page 9
8537 Main St. Helen GA
Helen
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As charcoal to embers and as wood to fire, so is a quarrelsome man for kindling strife. Proverbs 26:21 NIV “I can’t find the thing,” I spat into the phone. “Which thing?” my husband questioned me. “The thing. The thing! The thing that tightens the car seat!” My patience thin, I shouted into the phone while my husband tried to explain how to install my daughter’s car seat. I hunched in the back of the van, stepping on toys and castaway ce-real, heat dripping down my face, trying for the life of me to find the magical tightening strap for baby Grace’s seat. The temperature out-side was ninety-eight. I was sure it was ten degrees hotter in my ve-hicle. Later that afternoon when my husband came home, an apology was necessary for my short temper and blistering tongue. “It’s okay,” he told me as he kissed my fore-head, “I knew you were just hot.”Heat is one of my trigger factors. When tempers quickly flare in any relationship, trigger fac-tors are often the reason. They are
outside influences that can affect our temperament and lead to con-flict. Trigger factors vary for each person. Mine are heat and clutter. One of my husband’s is hunger. If he is hungry, he will often snap at me for no good reason. He isn’t actually mad at me; he just has a hard time controlling his emotions on an empty stomach. Think of a match. At first strike, it flares and fizzes, then settles down for a quiet but quick burn. You can do two things before you get scorched. 1. Drop the match and leave it alone, it will sputter out in a hurry. Or 2. Throw the match on something and start an even bigger fire. When your spouse hits a trigger factor, it’s like those matches. You can drop the issue and choose to overlook some harsh words know-ing you aren’t the true cause. Or you can start a rip-roaring fire by focusing on the quick flare. Identify trigger factors for both you and your spouse. Next time you sense a fight coming on, look for those tricky little nuisances and make a choice. Drop it or start a fire. Choose wisely.
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The Green Columnby Richard C. MacCrea,
Andrews Valley Initiative
Are you thinking of building or remodeling? the best time to start working on lower energy costs is before the plans are made. The greatest savings for the least cost starts with how the building sits on the site. By putting the most glass where the warm winter sun shines, the least where the hot summer sun shines, and designing the roof to keep summer sun off the house, heating and cooling costs can often be cut in half. Add protection from cold winter winds, allow cool summer breezes, and you have a building that not only costs much less to heat and cool, but it is much more comfortable. Is there more that can be done? yes. A little more money spent on good quality spray foam insulation, windows, and doors, and some homes hardly need heat or air conditioning at all. Air tight, well insulated buildings are much easier and less costly to keep comfortable. Following these principles first usually brings the greatest increases in efficiency for the least cost. It might also leave enough budget to afford some other green features. Everyone asks about solar and wind. In most areas of our mountains, the best of these options is a solar water heater with an electric tank water heater for backup. Attaching this system to radiant floor heating system can also be very efficient. The system is simple, very efficient, and might help you qualify for some tax credits. And everyone loves radiant floor heat! Geothermal heat pumps are also very efficient ways to heat and cool your home or building. They usually add thousands to the cost of a typical home. By using the ground temperature, they can extract heat all winter long. They are a great option where it is not possible to design the glass for solar. By adding spray foam insulation, the geothermal system can be smaller, and cost a little less. If you are buying new appliances, why not choose energy efficient models? Have you considered an induction stove, a smaller convection/ microwave oven instead of the standard oven? You might enjoy a basement root cellar too. You can also have a switch to shut off the outlets to your electronics. Many of these electronics use electricity even when they are not running. In some homes this can consume more than $20 per month. All of these are convenient ways to save energy. Another field being studied is energy efficient lighting. At this time fluorescent lighting is the best deal for most buildings. But this might soon be surpassed by LED lighting. Meanwhile the engineers have gone back to the laboratories and are developing some super efficient incandescent bulbs. Our next column will consider our Greening of Andrews Valley Program. Your question might be the perfect topic for a future column. Email me. Richard C. MacCrea is the director of The Greening of Andrews Valley, a program of Andrews Valley Initiative. He works in the field of energy efficient, green building.
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